Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your leadership skills so you can build the best team to drive productivity and profitability. Listen in as Jennifer Takagi, founder of Takagi Consulting, 3X time Amazon.Com Best Selling-Author, Certified Jack Canfield Success Principle Trainer, Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst and Facilitator of the DISC Behavioral Profiles, Certified Change Style Indicator Facilitator, and Certified Coaching Specialist - leadership ...
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The Exceptional Leadership podcast with Anita Brooks
Anita Brooks
We all influence someone, but the question is, "Are we influencing well? Exceptionally well?" As an international speaker, award-winning author, and high-demand business coach who founded P4 Power Coaching, host Anita Brooks brings her passion, expertise, and front-line insights to The Exceptional Leadership podcast. She takes great joy in helping people and organizations identify and plug the invisible drains stealing their time, energy, and money, and now, she's sharing her wisdom with you ...
For most women, when we are invited to study leadership the teachers, scholars, authorities and models are primarily… men. We are indoctrinated from the time we are born that men are the leaders and that natural male characteristics are the strengths you must also possess to be a good leader. Powerful. Strong. Authoritative. Direct. Assertive. Decisive. These and so many more are attributes that are typically associated with the male model of a leader. And so, for the better part of the last ...
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Episode 54 Plugging Common Business Money Drains
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Every business, regardless of size, needs to keep its finger on the pulse of its finances. Money drains don't just disappear or magically resolve themselves. Plugging common business money drains requires leadership intentionality--to bravely acknowledge what the issues are, to clearly see where the true, core issues originate, and to bravely do wh…
Sometimes you just need to be reassured: You are incredibly important, you are amazing, you are worthwhile. But I know you question from time to time. And you permit things in your life that aren't in your best interest. That's why I’m here to remind you of the truth of your worth. As I’ve spoken into the lives of women over many years, I’ve always…
Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. You might have caught on to the fact that I do energy healing work. It is magical and amazing. Let’s talk about it! In this episode you will learn: Basics: Albert Einstein is credited w…
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Episode 53 Leading with The Joseph Factor
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Anita Brooks brings an ancient secret into her business coaching scopes that might surprise you. But this commitment in practice undergirds everything she does. Not only does she bring the heart and soul along with the practical and tactical into the work she does for her clients, but she also carries a little "secret sauce" that ensures a big impa…
Growing in leadership involves asking yourself: Where did I learn those things that aren’t really right? Especially as women. For instance, where did we learn to basically shut off our prefrontal cortex when it comes to making decisions? Particularly when leadership is involved? And where did we ever get the idea that we just need more templates, m…
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People Like Me and Don't Compare Yourself: Life Lessons | DFS 233
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Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Let’s look at lessons from Dr. Amanda Crowell and Kelly Cardenas! In this episode you will learn: New supervisory bootcamp – sharing my past experiences to help new supervisors become t…
Feeling bored, unmotivated, even lazy in building our businesses is normal. We hit inflection points in which we need to make and implement decisions that will change the course of our business – and often ourselves. Some things may need only slightly tweaking, some need almost completely retooled, and some need to be retired altogether. This is th…
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Episode 52 What Goes Into A Business Coaching Scope?
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Many people ask Anita what she does as a business coach. In this episode, insights, tips, and ideas for strengthening business can help organizations increase their income, raise net profits, sustain themselves for the long term. At any time, but especially in tight economic climates, every dollar counts! To find out more about Anita Brooks, busine…
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Dr. Amanda Crowell Talks Mindset | DFS 232
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Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Dr. Amanda shares amazing stories about mindset, expertise and Great Work! In this episode you will learn: People want to belong People like me do this Great Work is a choice Connect wi…
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And What Pray Tell are you Waiting For | S06E12
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As we go through life, we are given time to accomplish what we’re supposed to accomplish. Some get more time given to them than others. But every person’s fulfillment of what they were to do is valuable and special. In this episode, I want to encourage you to look at what you are spending your time doing. Are you fulfilling your promise of a lifeti…
Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Entrepreneurs don’t always know the benefits of having an EIN. Tracey Terry shares her expertise. In this episode you will learn: What’s your EIN Use your business credit Connect with T…
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Episode 51 - Intentionality and a Leadership Mindset
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Exceptional leadership begins in your mind, and exercising intentionality about what you allow your self-talk to tell you can make all the difference in what kind of influence you have. In this episode, Anita Brooks will provide practical tips to help your thinking support your leadership goals and profitablity targets. P4 Power Coaching has a miss…
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Live Podcast: How to CEO Your Business When It's Time for Massive Change | S06E11
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I almost called this episode, How Do You CEO Your Business When You Wanna Burn the Whole F-ing Thing Down? Because, let’s be honest, sometimes it seems like it would just be easier to wash your hands of the whole thing, right? If you resonate with this feeling even a little bit, you’re in the right place. In this episode, I discuss the three bigges…
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Jeff Klein experiences a series of fortunate accidents | DFS 230
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Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Jeff shares his experience that led to his successful business. In this episode you will learn: Create a 20 minute talk Perfect is the enemy of great You are an expert Connect with Jeff…
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Episode 50 Creating an Exceptional Mindset
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Exceptional leadership begins in the mind. In this episode, host Anita Brooks shares coaching exercises and results from her work with real P4 Power Coaching™ business clients. Learn some of the pros and cons people see about their managers and supervisors, and the things people would like to thank their leaders for. Anita also discusses how you ca…
If you’re like so many business owners, you absolutely love what you’re doing, what you’re bringing to the world… But managing people? Not so much. In fact, if you could do everything without needing to lead others, you would. Unfortunately, you have to have help. You simply can’t do it all alone. Regardless of where you feel you land on the capabi…
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Episode 49 Exceptional vs Mediocre with Liz Kislik
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Full Bio: Liz Kislik is a management consultant and executive coach, and a frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review and Forbes. Her TEDx “Why There’s So Much Conflict at Work and What You Can Do to Fix It” has received more than 400,000 views. She specializes in developing high performing leaders and workforces, and for 30 years has helped f…
In my definition, addiction is doing anything against your own will, knowing it’s not good for you. After all, if you weren’t addicted, you wouldn’t do it. I believe people do things they know aren’t healthy for them because it’s a distraction from disquieting and distressing emotions. Yet, in our society, being busy, hustling, going after it are a…
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Make the conscious choice to have fun with Deb King | DFS 229
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Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Deb King is an amazing Life Coach and shares her wisdom on leadership and personal growth. In this episode you will learn: Play sparks genius Questions open possibilities Slow down to s…
The feminine CEO formula. What does it entail, exactly? How do you go from being kissed with an idea to having a thriving business with an incredible team? How do you transition from making so many decisions yourself to ascending into the next level of yourself where you’re not as involved anymore? Such transformation takes time and intentionality.…
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Live YOUR life not your parents | DFS 228
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Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Quit living on autopilot! You can choose the life you live! In this episode you will learn: Pick what to embrace, don’t follow the pack Decide what doesn’t work, and throw it out! Be co…
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Why Female Entrepreneurs Struggle with Support | S06E07
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Being supported is a vital need but we struggle with seeking and accepting support. We know, intellectually, that leadership is an inside job yet we resist. The insights and changes that must take place in order for us to be more competent and confident women stay on a surface level. Let’s call it out: female entrepreneurs struggle with support. Wh…
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Heather Abbott discusses having a wealth mindset | DFS 227
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Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. If you ever wondered why this person was wealthy and that person was not, Heather will share insights on WHY! In this episode you will learn: How big is your container Who taught you ab…
With calling comes responsibility. In order to fully embrace your calling, you first must know what it is – not just generally, but specifically. Then you must be ready to fully embrace the responsibility that comes with that calling. Yet, in order to embrace responsibility, it’s integral to identify the influences of your calling. Who we are and w…
Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Let’s explore your gifts and talents so you can show them to the world! In this episode you will learn: What do you do well? What do you enjoy doing? Own your own magic! Listen in as Je…
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Episode 47 Plugging Your Invisible Drains
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Are you paying the price for your business's invisible drains? Even if you are aware of the issues, are you ignoring or avoiding them? Plugging the drains stealing money, time, and energy from your organization will not only keep you sustainable, but will also restore the piece of mind for you and your people. Learn what to do as a leader, how to s…
What are you all in on? Does it show? What happens to you when you think about going all in on what matters to you most? What precious things… and, more importantly, what discomforts… come to mind? That's really the crux of the whole thing, isn’t it? Making the lasting behavior changes necessary to move through, to work in spite of, the discomforts…
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Steve Lowell helps you craft your message | DFS 225
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Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Steve Lowell is a master at helping craft messages. He’ll help you identify the first major pieces at messaging. In this episode you will learn: Credentials matter What’s your story Giv…
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Episode 46 10 Inspirations & Motivations for Exceptional Leaders
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Get inspired by great leaders whose insights and experience can motivate 21st century leaders to reach greater heights. In this episode, you will glean exceptional leadership philosophies from in-demand business coach, Anita Brooks. She's at the front line and in the trenches, allowing her to teach you strategies and tactics that truly work. Discov…
Firing people is extremely uncomfortable, to state the obvious. What may not be quite as obvious, however, is exactly why you’re not firing them, why you should and why you should right now. Don’t drag the same problems you’ve been having into another year. To help you, I’ve gathered several thoughts I hope are enlightening, empowering and freeing.…
Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Great leadership advice from Queen Adalah was that she’ll always, “Pass that test.” How can you pass that test? In this episode you will learn: What is your commitment How do you act/re…
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Episode 45 Measuring the Cost of Disorganization and Micromanagement
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Untold amounts of money, time, and energy are lost to two slippery, stealthy thieves: leadership disorganization and micromanagement. In this episode, you will hear about real-life business situations driving hard-number, avoidable costs at astronomical figures. Learn what to do as a leader, how to save money, time, and energy through effective lea…
I do not believe that the strongest, loudest or most commanding are necessarily leaders. While there are some with great ideas or charisma, those qualities don’t automatically equate with leadership. And in many cases, there are people who are influential, even powerful, but their motivations for leading aren’t pure. What, then, is a true leader? F…
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Queen Adalah says, “I’ll pass that test” | DFS 223
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Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Queen Adalah shares her amazing experiences in leadership positions and in life. In this episode you will learn: Go from fizzle to fire Humanize hard things Everything is on you Connect…
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Strategic Planning with Tanya Dalton | S06E02
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This week I’m featuring my friend Tanya Dalton on the Leadership is Feminine Podcast and I’m so excited! You see, Tanya is the yin to my yang. She helps my crazy visionary brain settle down and find the simplicity of what I want to create. She’s able to do this so well, because she totally gets it. She is, after all, a very successful CEO of severa…
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What does success look like to you? | DFS 222
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Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. I’ve interviewed some amazing people over the past several years. I’ve been asking the question, “How do you define success”. Let’s look at some of the responses and question how you de…
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Why CEO's Should Train Up Their Management Team | S06E01
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Operations managers (or similar) often go into the work field and do great work for a CEO with training in things like operations, business management, and similar. And yet, they lack training in how to lead, how to manage people, and how to make decisions in challenging situations. As CEOs, it’s easy to overlook this integral component. What we th…
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Jessa Carter Shares the Diving Heart Dynasty | DFS 221
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Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. The passing of Jessa’s fiancé led to major shifts in her life. Let her share her story. In this episode you will learn: Inner world creates outer world Clutter is a reflection of what’s…
Straightforward advice on what to do to manage people is invaluable, especially since typical management discussions center around how hard it can be. But there actually are some ways to make managing people easier. The trick is to not over-complicate issues. And the trick to not over-complicating issues is to recognize the ways in which you might …
Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Let me share my journey over the past several years transforming myself and my business from strictly leadership development coach into an intuitive leadership coach. In this episode yo…
No business, non-profit, company, or organization can sustain itself without net profits. And I don't know many leaders who would hold a lighter to tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars a year, or throw that cash in the trash. Yet, so many allow that level of loss to slip away due to inefficiencies, disorganization, and micromanagement. If you w…
From time to time, we need a reset. We may even need to burn it all down, let it all go and see what remains. But because many of us are healers and providers in one way or another, this can be difficult. As leaders, we consider how things will affect others. We find ourselves continuing things because we don’t want to cause potential harm to other…
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Importance of Websites with James Hipkin | DFS 219
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Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. After building websites for large corporations, James Hipkin has found a way to pivot those skills to help entrepreneurs. In this episode you will learn: Website is most important digit…
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Episode 43 Boosting Productivity with Go Gang Go Meetings
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Boosting morale and employee engagement are evergreen issues smart leaders stay in tune with. Of all the leadership actions that work, this one jewel could make one of your biggest impacts. Brief "Go Gang Go meetings boost morale, increase employee engagement, and strengthens team bonds. If you wonder whether something like this is worth the invest…
We all go through periods of uncertainty about the direction of our business, about decisions, even about ourselves. Second guessing yourself is part of business. It’s part of life. But to build a business that both supports the life you love and can run without you, you must find a way through those times of doubt. And in order to find your way th…
Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Let’s dive into stress and how much we begin to live life and make decisions from a place of stress. Listen in as Jennifer Takagi, founder of Takagi Consulting, 5X time Amazon.Com Best …
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Episode 42 The Power of a Positive Personal Brand
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Too often, we take our personal brand (otherwise known as our reputation or how others view us), for granted. But when we are intentional, consistent, and laser-focused on what we project, we can reach greater heights. When I say, "We all lead someone, the question is, are we leading well? Exceptionally well?" Our personal brand is a perfect exampl…
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What Do You Do When All Your Dreams Come True? | S05E11
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This question is so interesting to ponder. What do you do when all your dreams come true? And here's another to go with it: Have you had a dream come true but haven’t fully reveled in it? Because we should. It’s important to stop and savor the victories in our lives, to recognize all that went into making that dream a reality. Along with that, it’s…
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Dot Campbell Shares First Steps to Create Love and Peace | DFS217
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Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Are you looking for more peace and love in your life? Then Dot Campbell can help - listen in to find out how to make this happen. In this episode you will learn: Subconscious picks up o…
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Women, Leadership, and Self-Worth | S05E10
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There is tremendous value in each woman but so many of us have felt unseen, suppressed and overlooked. In relation to this, recently the truth struck me that women are half the world but we birth the entire world. Take a moment to ponder that. It is inspiring. As women, we have such amazing worth and we are chosen to bring even more worth into the …