Best Shaun Smit Podcasts (2024)

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Your Leadership Influence 9:39

1y ago9:39

9:39

Influence refers to the ability to have an effect or impact on something or someone. It is the power to shape or change the thoughts, feelings, behaviors, or actions of others.

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Navigating the Development Path of Your Leadership Career 15:05

1y ago15:05

15:05

Career development is about taking an active role in managing and advancing your career, rather than simply letting it unfold passively. Your career development leads to greater job satisfaction, increased earning potential, and a sense of fulfillment and purpose. Career development for you as a leader is the ongoing process of managing and advanci…

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The Power of Team Responsibility 10:02

1y ago10:02

10:02

I'm discussing some parallels between my college rugby coaching, our championship tournament, and your leadership.

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Dealing With Negativity In A Team Member As A Leader 10:39

1y ago10:39

10:39

Negativity can be detrimental to a team's success and can have many negative impacts. Dealing with negativity in team members can be challenging, but it's important to address it as it can have a negative impact on team morale and productivity.

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Managing Team Conflict As A Leader 14:10

1+ y ago14:10

14:10

Conflict is a natural part of any team dynamic, but when it's not addressed, it can lead to negative consequences. So, how can leaders overcome team conflict and build a strong, high-performing team? Let's dive in.

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Leaders Building Team Acknowledgement 12:58

1+ y ago12:58

12:58

We've all heard the saying, "There's no 'I' in team," and it's true that teamwork is essential to achieving success. However, sometimes teams get so focused on the end result that they forget to take the time to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of individual team members.

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The Importance of Open, Honest Communication for Team Success 14:26

1+ y ago14:26

14:26

The importance of effective communication in achieving clarity and understanding within a team. As a leader, it's your responsibility to build this bridge by fostering a culture of open, honest communication within your team.

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The Purpose of Your Leadership 10:53

1+ y ago10:53

10:53

What is it all about? What is my philosophy? Why leadership? Why the Leadership Boost?

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Anticipating Risks for the Team - What Might Go Wrong, and How Can You and Your Team Be Prepared? 10:13

1+ y ago10:13

10:13

As a leader, it's your responsibility to anticipate potential risks and prepare your team for potential challenges. Anticipating risks and developing contingency plans can help your team be better prepared to handle unexpected situations and maintain their momentum toward their goals.

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Unleash the Power of Early Wins For Your team As A Leader. 9:31

1+ y ago9:31

9:31

As a leader, an important role is to help your team build momentum and achieve success. And one of the best ways to do this is … create early wins. Early wins are small, achievable goals that your team can accomplish quickly and easily, and they're essential for setting the stage for long-term success.…

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The Leader as a Project Manager: Setting and Maintaining the Course 9:48

1+ y ago9:48

9:48

Welcome to the Leadership Boost podcast, where we equip leaders with practical strategies to help them build high-performance teams. In today's episode, we'll be continuing our series on Building a High-Performance Team by discussing how a leader must sometimes take on the role of a project manager to guide their team.…

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Building Team Chemistry As A Team Leader 13:35

1+ y ago13:35

13:35

Chemistry in a team refers to the intangible but essential connection between team members that leads to effective collaboration, communication, and overall team performance. It is a sense of shared purpose, trust, and mutual respect that creates a positive team dynamic. When there is good chemistry within a team, team members are able to work toge…

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Handling Expectations As A Team Leader 8:04

1+ y ago8:04

8:04

As a leader, it's essential to understand that everyone on your team comes with their own set of expectations, both personally and professionally. And it's your job to ensure that these expectations are being met to the best of your abilities.

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Leading Talent and Character. 5:17

1+ y ago5:17

5:17

Skills and talent can be learned and developed but character cannot be taught.

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Leading With Team Goals 3:17

1+ y ago3:17

3:17

Setting team goals is crucial for achieving success. By making them specific, achievable, and measurable, you'll give your team a clear target to work towards and a roadmap for success. So set those goals, establish a deadline, and keep track of progress. Your team will thank you for it.

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Huge Changes in Your Leadership Start With One 4:25

1+ y ago4:25

4:25

Today, we're talking about the power of taking one action every day to make huge changes in your leadership. It's easy to get caught up in the big picture and forget that it's the small steps that lead to significant progress.

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Succeed In Your Role: Making A Great Impression 14:06

1+ y ago14:06

14:06

In this episode we discuss: Why developing an action plan is so important for you if you are stepping into a new role or if your role has changed. Remember: Making a great impression as a new manager can have a significant impact on the success of the team and the organization as a whole. Thanks for tuning in and listening to this episode and to th…

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Succeed In Your Leadership Role: Avoid The Politics 12:28

1+ y ago12:28

12:28

Avoiding office politics as a leader is crucial to your success. So, what should you do? We will look at the following in today's episode: Observe the dynamics of your workplace, wait for the right time to address issues, and focus on your role and responsibilities. Don't get involved in gossip or office politics, and always approach issues with a …

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Relationship Saturday: Prioritizing Your Relationships 11:39

1+ y ago11:39

11:39

Priority changes relationships, and time changes priorities,

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Succeed in Your Leadership Role: The Key Players 12:04

1+ y ago12:04

12:04

In this episode of the Leadership Boost podcast, we discuss a critical aspect of succeeding in a new role: getting to know and aligning with the key players in your organization. We explore the two types of power players, formal and informal, and why it's crucial to identify both. We also provide tips on how to build positive relationships with key…

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Succeed in Your Leadership Role: Understanding the Organizational Culture 13:43

1+ y ago13:43

13:43

In this episode of the Leadership Boost podcast, Shaun delves into the importance of understanding organizational culture and values for succeeding in a leadership role. Shaun explains that organizational culture is the set of shared values, beliefs, and practices that shape how things get done within an organization. To fit in and succeed as a lea…

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Succeed In Your Leadership Role: Understanding Your Team 13:11

1+ y ago13:11

13:11

In this episode, we'll explore the importance of taking time to know and understand each of your team members. This is an essential element of your success in your leadership role. By meeting with and understanding your team members, you'll be able to delegate tasks more effectively, create a positive and supportive team culture, and ultimately ach…

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Succeed in Your Leadership Role: Manage Your Manager 8:50

1+ y ago8:50

8:50

In this episode, we delve into the importance of managing up in any job or industry. Our discussion covers the key aspects of building a positive relationship with your manager or leader, understanding their working style and preferences, and aligning your goals and priorities with theirs. We also explore the benefits of knowing your manager or lea…

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Aligning Vision and Engagement: The Key to Leadership Success 11:47

1+ y ago11:47

11:47

"Strategic planning is worthless - unless there is first a strategic vision." - John Naisbitt. In this episode of the Leadership Boost podcast, we explore the critical link between employee engagement and successful strategic planning. We discuss the various ways in which engaged employees can contribute to the strategic planning process. This incl…

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Relationship Saturday: Reasons Why We Don't Communicate 19:23

1+ y ago19:23

19:23

Communication in marriage starts with understanding. Understanding starts with communication. Communication is necessary for trust, friendship, and intimacy.

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Overcoming Life's Challenges 16:49

1+ y ago16:49

16:49

Laugh at challenges! The truth is that confronting challenging issues and discovering answers to them is a crucial step on the path to success.

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The Importance of Accountability in Leadership 10:06

1+ y ago10:06

10:06

In this episode of the Leadership Boost podcast, host Shaun discusses the importance of accountability in leadership. He defines accountability as taking ownership of actions and decisions, being transparent, and accepting the consequences of one's actions. He emphasizes the importance of accountability in creating a culture of trust and respect wi…

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Why Your Leadership Is Important? 9:02

1+ y ago9:02

9:02

Leadership is crucial because it encourages, inspires, and sets an example for others to make the world a better place

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3 Ways to Improve Your Stakeholder Relationships as a Leader 11:57

1+ y ago11:57

11:57

In this episode of Leadership Boost, we discuss the importance of building strong stakeholder relationships and provide three practical ways to improve these relationships. As a leader, you need to understand the needs and concerns of your stakeholders, including employees, customers, investors, suppliers, and the community. By actively listening t…

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5 Steps for Creating a More Productive Work Culture 10:49

1+ y ago10:49

10:49

In this episode of The Leadership Boost, the focus is on creating a more productive work culture in a business. The episode presents five actionable steps that leaders can take to achieve this goal, including Leading by example, Effective communication, Recognizing and rewarding success, Encouraging collaboration, Prioritizing work-life balance. Th…

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Relationship Saturday: Small Steps, Big Impact: Strengthening Your Marriage Daily 18:01

1+ y ago18:01

18:01

Welcome to "Small Steps, Big Impact: Strengthening Your Marriage Daily," where we explore practical ways to strengthen the foundation of your most important relationship - your marriage. Your marriage relationship is the cornerstone to all other relationships in your life. It influences and affects so many areas of your life, including your childre…

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Leading From Within: Why Leadership is More Than a Title 7:13

1+ y ago7:13

7:13

Welcome to the Leadership Boost podcast, where we explore the nuances of leadership and what it takes to be an effective and inspiring leader. In today's episode, we delve into the idea that leadership is not just about external aspects such as position, title, or responsibility. Effective leadership requires a deep understanding of oneself and the…

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Leaders Build With Daily Habits 6:46

1+ y ago6:46

6:46

As the saying goes, "Excellence is not a single act; it's a habit." This quote by Aristotle reminds us that our actions, not just our intentions, define our success. As leaders, it is our duty to provide an example of excellence. We should develop good habits that motivate and encourage the performance of our teams. By committing to a daily habit, …

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Why Ego is the Enemy of Great Leadership 6:45

1+ y ago6:45

6:45

A leader who is more concerned with the success of the team than their own personal glory is a leader who will inspire others to do great things. When a leader is able to put their ego aside and focus on the big picture, they are able to make decisions that benefit everyone. But when a leader is focused solely on their own success, they become blin…

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Leading Your Team With Value Centered Behavior 9:05

1+ y ago9:05

9:05

Behavior is closely tied to values, because our values influence our beliefs, attitudes, and actions. Our values are the fundamental principles and beliefs that guide our decision-making and behavior, and they can vary from person to person, and from culture to culture. For example, if one of your core values is honesty, you are more likely to beha…

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The Values You Set as a Team Leader for the Team 11:17

1+ y ago11:17

11:17

Welcome to the Leadership Boost podcast, where we help you unlock your leadership potential. I'm your host, Shaun Smit, and today we'll be discussing a topic that's essential to any leader's success: Your core values. As a leader, your values are the foundation of your leadership style, and they guide your decision-making in all aspects of your wor…

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Relationship Saturday: Prioritize Your Relationships As A Leader 10:28

1+ y ago10:28

10:28

As leaders, we know how important it is to prioritize relationships, especially at home. I mean, think about it. We spend so much time at work, dealing with deadlines, meetings, and all that jazz. But at the end of the day, the people we come home to matter. Our loved ones – our spouses, our children, our parents – are the ones who truly know us an…

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Are You A Strategic Leader? 10:23

1+ y ago10:23

10:23

"Strategy is about making choices and trade-offs; it's about deliberately choosing to be different." - Michael Porter This quote emphasizes the importance of strategic decision-making. Strategic decision-making involves the need to make deliberate choices in order to differentiate yourself from your competitors. As a strategic leader, you must be w…

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Defining Success in Your Leadership Role 13:14

1+ y ago13:14

13:14

What exactly does success mean in your new role? It can vary for everyone, which is why we're going to delve into three areas of insight to help you understand what success means in your new job. Being clear about what success looks like in a particular circumstance can help you accomplish your objectives more successfully and with greater satisfac…

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I Confess … I'm An Introvert 7:43

1+ y ago7:43

7:43

Today, I want to talk about a topic that may resonate with a lot of you. It’s something that I’ve struggled with for most of my life and I have come to terms with: being an introvert. I confess I’m an introvert. Did you know that it's estimated that introverts make up around 30-50% of the world's population? "Quiet people have the loudest minds." -…

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Mastering Communication: How Improving Your Skills Can Boost Your Leadership Presence 8:46

1+ y ago8:46

8:46

Learn the Art of Effective Communication and Transform Your Leadership Style Today! As a leader, effective communication is essential to your success. It's how you inspire and motivate your team, how you convey your vision and goals, and how you build trust and rapport with those around you. Without strong communication skills, it's challenging to …

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Leadership Lessons: Learning from Your Best and Worst Manager 8:33

1+ y ago8:33

8:33

We've all had managers throughout our careers, and chances are, we've had both good and bad experiences. While it's easy to focus on the negative, it's essential to reflect on both your best and worst managers to learn from their experiences and grow as a leader.

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Relationship Saturday: Moving from Damage to Delight 11:01

1+ y ago11:01

11:01

A successful marriage can provide us with the emotional support, stability, and confidence that we need in our personal and professional lives. It can also serve as a great example for our family and friends and help us create a positive impact on our community.

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From Setback to Comeback: How to Regain Clarity and Direction After a Layoff 11:56

1+ y ago11:56

11:56

"Success is not final; failure is not fatal; it is the courage to continue that counts." - Winston Churchill Being laid off can be a devastating blow to anyone's career and identity. But even in the midst of the shock, sadness, and uncertainty that accompany a layoff, there is an opportunity for growth, reflection, and renewed purpose.…

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How to Shift Your Perception as a Leader and Why 8:28

1+ y ago8:28

8:28

In this episode, we explore the importance of shifting your perception, why it can be difficult, and how to do it effectively.

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Your Leadership And Your Perception 9:50

1+ y ago9:50

9:50

In this episode, we are exploring the right and wrong perceptions of a leader, what perception is, and how it affects your relationships with your team. We'll also discuss how your perception can connect or disconnect you from your team, how it affects your behavior and habits, and how it affects your attitude as a leader.…

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Addressing the Global Leadership Crisis: Why Leaders Must Prioritize Skill Development 8:54

1+ y ago8:54

8:54

Leadership is a skill that is essential for success in today's fast-paced business world. The importance of developing and refining these skills is crucial for any leader to achieve high-performance results, employee engagement, increased influence, and ROI. However, the global leadership crisis due to incompetent leaders has become a major concern…

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Where Does Burnout Originate, And To Deal With It 13:20

1+ y ago13:20

13:20

Our antidote to burnout is not necessarily less work ...

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Relationship Saturday: Choosing Your Friendship 13:42

1+ y ago13:42

13:42

A strong marriage requires two people who choose to love each other.

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Leading with Purpose: Understanding Your Core Values 8:41

1+ y ago8:41

8:41

As a leader, it's crucial to have a clear understanding of your personal values and beliefs. Your values serve as the foundation for your decision-making and guide your actions, both in and outside of the workplace. When you know your values, you have a better understanding of what motivates you, what you stand for, and what you're willing to compr…

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