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On this episode of The Leadership Toolkit podcast our host Mike Phillips interviews Adrian Koehler, the no-nonsense leadership expert and Senior Partner at Take New Ground. Adrian has a powerful track…

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On this episode of The Leadership Toolkit podcast our host Mike Phillips interviews Adrian Koehler, the no-nonsense leadership expert and Senior Partner at Take New Ground. Adrian has a powerful track record of guiding fast-moving entrepreneurs and executives, helping them break through barriers and create transformative outcomes.Transforming Leadership starts with the courage to Engage, Elevate, and Empower—not just others, but yourself. In this dynamic episode, host Mike dives deep with leadership expert Adrian Koehler, a no-nonsense engagement coach and senior partner at Take New Ground…

Join host Mike Phillips on this week’s Leadership Toolkit as he welcomes Adrian Koehler, a no-nonsense leadership engagement expert and senior partner at Take New Ground. Adrian is known as the go-t…

Join host Mike Phill…

Join host Mike Phillips on this week’s Leadership Toolkit as he welcomes Adrian Koehler, a no-nonsense leadership engagement expert and senior partner at Take New Ground. Adrian is known as the go-to guide for fast-moving leaders across various sectors. Prepare for an electrifying conversation filled with insights on leadership, management, entrepreneurship, and the remarkable journey from Nursing to radically transforming lives in and out of prison. Dive deep into the mindset that distinguishes effective leaders and entrepreneurs, the philosophy of playing to win versus playing not to lose,…

In this episode of The Leadership Toolkit Podcast, host Mike Phillips uncovers the 5 Leadership pitfalls you MUST avoid … and how to fix them! Everyone makes mistakes... In today's show, we talk abo…

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In this episode of The Leadership Toolkit Podcast, host Mike Phillips uncovers the 5 Leadership pitfalls you MUST avoid … and how to fix them! Everyone makes mistakes... In today's show, we talk about some proven ideas and strategies to overcome them! 🔥 Struggling with communication? 🔥 Avoiding tough conversations? 🔥 Micromanaging instead of leading?Mike Phillips breaks down the most common mistakes leaders make that can derail their success and team performance. From lack of clear communication to resistance to change, these pitfalls apply to leaders across all industries—wheth…

Welcome to this special episode of The Leadership Toolkit, where we're taking a deep dive into the critical leadership pitfalls to avoid. Hosted by Mike Phillips, your guide on this journey to leaders…

Welcome to this spec…

Welcome to this special episode of The Leadership Toolkit, where we're taking a deep dive into the critical leadership pitfalls to avoid. Hosted by Mike Phillips, your guide on this journey to leadership excellence, we're exploring insights gleaned from conversations with global leaders across various industries. This week, we focus on learning from the challenges and missteps that even the most seasoned leaders face. Prepare to uncover the five leadership traps that could hinder your progress and how to sidestep them, enriching your leadership journey.🧰 The Workbench: My Key Takeaways From…

This week on The Leadership Toolkit Podcast, host Mike Phillips sits down with an elite force in leadership—none other than Rob “Chief” Roy, a former SEAL Team Six veteran turned high-impact exe…

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This week on The Leadership Toolkit Podcast, host Mike Phillips sits down with an elite force in leadership—none other than Rob “Chief” Roy, a former SEAL Team Six veteran turned high-impact executive coach! 💥With over two decades of experience in covert operations, Rob knows what it takes to lead under pressure, make split-second decisions, and build unshakable trust—and now he’s bringing those battlefield-tested lessons to the business world.💡 In this episode, Rob shares: ✅ How to build trust & resilience in high-stakes environments ✅ The Execute with Discipline L…

This week on The Leadership Toolkit Podcast, host Mike Phillips welcomes an extraordinary guest—Thomas Knoll!🔹 6x Founder | 4x Startup Employee | 2x Exits 🔹 100+ Products Shipped | 1000+ Fai…

This week on The Lea…

This week on The Leadership Toolkit Podcast, host Mike Phillips welcomes an extraordinary guest—Thomas Knoll!🔹 6x Founder | 4x Startup Employee | 2x Exits 🔹 100+ Products Shipped | 1000+ Failures & Lessons Learned 🔹 1200+ Mentor Sessions | 300+ Long-Term Coaching ClientsThomas’s journey from website builder in the 90's to Zappos and into becoming an executive coach is a testament to the power of adaptation and finding profound purpose. His commitment to helping leaders navigate through their internal and external mazes to achieve Clarity and concrete outcomes is both inspi…

Tune in to this week's "Leadership Toolkit" as host Mike Phillips, alongside guest Thomas Knoll, a seasoned founder with a colorful entrepreneurial background and a mentorship mind at heart, dives dee…

Tune in to this week…

Tune in to this week's "Leadership Toolkit" as host Mike Phillips, alongside guest Thomas Knoll, a seasoned founder with a colorful entrepreneurial background and a mentorship mind at heart, dives deep into the essence of successful leadership. Thomas, with his journey from building websites to becoming a leadership mindset coach, shares unparalleled Wisdom in turning small moments into big outcomes in leadership and life. Don't miss out on an enlightening conversation that's equally insightful and engaging, tailored for anyone looking to elevate their leadership game.🧰 The Workbench: My Ke…

Join Mike Phillips on The Leadership Toolkit Podcast as he sits down with John D. Marvin, a visionary entrepreneur and CEO of Texas State Optical—a company generating over $110M in annual revenue! W…

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Join Mike Phillips on The Leadership Toolkit Podcast as he sits down with John D. Marvin, a visionary entrepreneur and CEO of Texas State Optical—a company generating over $110M in annual revenue! With 25+ years of leadership experience, John has mastered the art of mentorship, organizational turnarounds, and building thriving professional communities. In this episode, he shares:🧰 The Workbench: My Key Takeaways From This Episode 1️⃣ Embrace Continuous Learning: Leadership is not a destination but a journey enriched by constant Growth and learning. 2️⃣ Apply Your Knowledge: Unde…

Welcome to the Leadership Toolkit, hosted by Mike Phillips, a space dedicated to those seeking growth in leadership, entrepreneurship, and beyond. Today, we're honored to have John D. Marvin, the visi…

Welcome to the Leade…

Welcome to the Leadership Toolkit, hosted by Mike Phillips, a space dedicated to those seeking growth in leadership, entrepreneurship, and beyond. Today, we're honored to have John D. Marvin, the visionary entrepreneur and influential leader behind Texas State Optical, a powerhouse generating around $110 million in annual revenue. John's journey from marketing to CEO showcases his adeptness at merging business acumen with a passion for personal growth. Dive into an enriching conversation that spans leadership philosophies, Personal Development, and the power of mentorship, all underscored by J…

In this episode of the Leadership Toolkit, we dive deep into the pitfalls of leadership. Mike Phillips sits down with Ian MacLeod, a powerhouse in leadership development, friend of the show, and the w…

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In this episode of the Leadership Toolkit, we dive deep into the pitfalls of leadership. Mike Phillips sits down with Ian MacLeod, a powerhouse in leadership development, friend of the show, and the world's "illest" boss! With 15 years of leadership experience and a track record of managing teams of 80+ high-performing professionals, Ian advocates for servant leadership, employee experience, and modern management techniques. He’s trained and mentored countless leaders, proving that leadership isn’t just about driving results—it’s about support, accountability, humor, and auth…

Dive into a riveting discussion on the pitfalls of leadership with Mike Phillips and special guest, Ian MacLeod from Gro Up Leadership, on this week’s episode of The Leadership Toolkit podcast. Toge…

Dive into a riveting…

Dive into a riveting discussion on the pitfalls of leadership with Mike Phillips and special guest, Ian MacLeod from Gro Up Leadership, on this week’s episode of The Leadership Toolkit podcast. Together, they explore leadership practices that need to be overhauled, shedding light on what separates good leadership from bad. From the dangers of not backing your employees to the superficial band-aid solutions like corporate self-care, this episode is packed with insights on fostering true growth and support within your organization.🧰 The Workbench: My Key Takeaways From This Episode1️⃣ E…

🔥 This week, host Mike Phillips sits down with Ian MacLeod, a powerhouse in leadership development, friend of the show, and the world's "illest" boss! 🔥With 15 years of leadership ex…

🔥 This week, host…

🔥 This week, host Mike Phillips sits down with Ian MacLeod, a powerhouse in leadership development, friend of the show, and the world's "illest" boss! 🔥With 15 years of leadership experience and a track record of managing teams of 80+ high-performing professionals, Ian is an advocate for servant leadership, employee experience, and modern management techniques. He’s trained and mentored countless leaders, proving that leadership isn’t just about driving results—it’s about support, accountability, humor, and authenticity.💡 If you’re ready to level up your leader…

This week on The Leadership Toolkit Podcast, host Mike Phillips sits down with friend of the show, Ben Cosh— the Pro Vice Chancellor for Education and Modernization at the University of Kent. He is …

This week on The Lea…

This week on The Leadership Toolkit Podcast, host Mike Phillips sits down with friend of the show, Ben Cosh— the Pro Vice Chancellor for Education and Modernization at the University of Kent. He is a mathematician, university professor, and seasoned leader who’s gone from managing a team of one to leading departments of 300+ and sitting on executive boards!📖 Ben is the author of Leadership from A to Z: Words for Leaders to Lean On and has a NEW book on the way: Lead Well: Live Well. His insights are forged from 20+ years of hands-on leadership experience, helping people and teams get …

Today Mike Phillips and his guest, Ben Cosh, in a revealing episode of the Leadership Toolkit podcast. Ben, the Pro Vice Chancellor for Education and Modernization at the University of Kent and a seas…

Today Mike Phillips …

Today Mike Phillips and his guest, Ben Cosh, in a revealing episode of the Leadership Toolkit podcast. Ben, the Pro Vice Chancellor for Education and Modernization at the University of Kent and a seasoned leadership expert, returns due to popular demand to share his substantial experience in academia and leadership. Drawing from his journey from a mathematician to an executive board member and beyond, Ben discusses the essence of leadership, the importance of understanding and connection within teams, and provides sneak peeks into his leadership philosophies and published works. This episode p…

Are you ready to elevate your leadership game? This week on The Leadership Toolkit Podcast, host Mike Phillips sits down with friend of the show, Ben Cosh—mathematician, university professor, and se…

Are you ready to ele…

Are you ready to elevate your leadership game? This week on The Leadership Toolkit Podcast, host Mike Phillips sits down with friend of the show, Ben Cosh—mathematician, university professor, and seasoned leader who’s gone from managing a team of one to leading departments of 300+ and sitting on executive boards!📖 Ben is the author of Leadership from A to Z: Words for Leaders to Lean On and has a NEW book on the way: Lead Well: Live Well. His insights are forged from 15+ years of hands-on leadership experience, helping people and teams get things done.💡 In this episode, we’ll d…

Today on the Leadership Toolkit Mike Phillips sits down with Brandy Burch, the unstoppable Founder & CEO of benefitbay, who transformed her journey as a single parent in the accounting department …

Today on the Leaders…

Today on the Leadership Toolkit Mike Phillips sits down with Brandy Burch, the unstoppable Founder & CEO of benefitbay, who transformed her journey as a single parent in the accounting department to an industry innovator in employee benefits and health insurance.Brandy has amassed 20+ years of expertise spanning Finance, tech, and human capital, Brandy is leading the charge in revolutionizing how businesses optimize benefits with solutions like ICHRA—empowering both employees and employers.In today's episode, we unlock many powerful leadership secrets. In this dynamic conversation, B…

Today, onThe Leadership Toolkit, we dive into the heart of leadership and Innovation with Mike Phillips and his exceptional guest, Brandy Burch, the trailblazing founder and CEO of benefit bay. In thi…

Today, onThe Leaders…

Today, onThe Leadership Toolkit, we dive into the heart of leadership and innovation with Mike Phillips and his exceptional guest, Brandy Burch, the trailblazing founder and CEO of benefit bay. In this episode, we explore Brandy's unconventional journey from being a single parent to becoming a pioneer in employee benefits and health insurance. With over 20 years of experience in finance, tech, and human capital, Brandy shares her insights on leadership, managing complex problems, and the significance of navigating employee benefits for both employers and employees. Her story is a masterclass i…

Join Mike Phillips as he sits down with Brandy Burch, the unstoppable Founder & CEO of BenefitBay, who transformed her journey from single parent to industry innovator in employee benefits and hea…

Join Mike Phillips a…

Join Mike Phillips as he sits down with Brandy Burch, the unstoppable Founder & CEO of BenefitBay, who transformed her journey from single parent to industry innovator in employee benefits and health insurance.💡 With 20+ years of expertise spanning finance, tech, and human capital, Brandy is leading the charge in revolutionizing how businesses optimize benefits with solutions like ICHRA—empowering both employees and employers.Brandy's ability to simplify complex topics makes this a must-watch for leaders, entrepreneurs, and HR pros!👥 What’s in it for you? Let's talk about i…