• 424: Bullies in the Workplace: Improve them or Remove them
    Nov 1 2024

    Mack Story shares some thought-provoking content on workplace bullies and how they impact those they work with or report to.

    Most often, bad bosses are nothing more than bullies that have made it into leadership positions.

    If you're following a bad boss, why?

    If you're a boss and allowing bullies to be on your team at any level, why?

    Become a leader worth following! Preview 5 minutes samples of our audiobooks at TopStoryLeadership.com/audiobooks

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    31 mins
  • 423: More thoughts on more quotes with Mack Story
    Oct 25 2024

    Mack Story continues where he left off last week sharing some of the latest personal growth and leadership quotes that he's added to his collection. He'll also share his own thoughts related to the quotes to help provoke additional thought and to raise your awareness.

    Preview 100+ pages of excerpts from Mack and Ria Story's books at BlueCollarLeadership.com/download

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    31 mins
  • 422: Thoughts on the most recent quotes Mack Story has collected.
    Oct 18 2024

    Mack Story shares some of the latest personal growth and leadership quotes that he's added to his collection. He'll also share his own thoughts related to the quotes to help provoke additional thought and to raise your awareness.

    Preview 100+ pages of excerpts from Mack and Ria Story's books at BlueCollarLeadership.com/download

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    31 mins
  • 421: High impact leaders create and maintain momentum!
    Oct 11 2024

    When high impact leaders create momentum, they don't rest upon it. They build upon it.

    When momentum (Big Mo) shows up, he doesn't travel alone. He travels with his friends: High Speed, High Impact, High Energy, Big Advantage, Big Return, and Big Time. Big Mo doesn't just show up. Someone must invite him to the party.

    Note: This is episode is based on content from "10 Values of High Impact Leaders" by Mack Story. You can learn more about this leadership development resource at BlueCollarLeadership.com/10Values

    #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #leadershiptraining #bluecollarleadership

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    31 mins
  • 420: He believes every individual has the potential to rise from the ashes of their experiences.
    Oct 4 2024

    In this interview, Tanner Lyons discusses:

    • His early years growing up as a teen in foster care
    • Being homeless as a teen and as an adult
    • Meeting his wife at an early age and how important she is to him
    • His journey of personal growth and transformation
    • How Blue-Collar Leadership books helped raise his awareness
    • Being diagnosed with Complex PTSD
    • What it means to live with purpose
    • Starting his non profit “Ascending Phoenix”

    Tanner Lyons is a man on a mission. He has brought his mission to life through his non-profit “Ascending Phoenix.” Learn more at MissionAscendingPhoenix.org

    Tanner understands the importance of raising awareness about Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) cannot be overstated. He believes many individuals remain unaware that their struggles are rooted in complex trauma, leading to feelings of isolation and hopelessness.

    By advocating for greater recognition and understanding of CPTSD, Tanner not only validates the experiences of those affected but also strives to provide a supportive community that promotes healing.

    Don't miss the 31st episode of the "Real People Getting Real Results!" interview series featuring Tanner Lyons interviewed by Mack Story.

    You can also watch the video recording of this episode by visiting the Blue-Collar Leadership YouTube channel at ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@bluecollarleadership⁠ where you can check out this interview and previous interviews in this series. Both can be found under the playlist titled "Real People Getting Real Results!"

    Be sure to subscribe while you're there, and tap the 🔔 to be notified of future releases in this series.

    #leadershiptips #leadershippodcast #leadershipmindset #success #resultsdriven #successmindset #leadership #bluecollarleadership #growthmindset #PTSD #CPTST #PostTraumaticStress #personaltransformation #personalgrowth #overcomingadversity

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 419: This high impact CEO is growing his company and the 6,000+ people in it!
    Sep 27 2024

    In this interview, Mike Hough discusses:

    • Starting out working at McDonald’s
    • Being told early in his career that he wasn’t meant to be in a leadership role
    • How he ended up in the airline industry
    • How he has used book studies consistently for 5 years to develop his leadership team
    • How book studies are cascaded through the entire organization
    • The top character traits he looks for in others
    • His personal transformation and his passion for helping others transform themselves
    • How his transformation has impacted his team and his family

    Mike Hough has been the CEO at GAT Airline Ground Support since 2017 and is Founder at LifeByDesignForMen.com Connect/Follow Mike on LinkedIn at LinkedIn.com/in/MikeHough

    Mike is a high impact blue-collar leader who started at the bottom loading luggage onto planes. Today, he leads the team of ~6,400 team members at GAT as they constantly and consistently grow each other and GAT. Learn more about GAT at WeAreGAT.net

    Mike’s mission with Life by Design for Men is to provide a safe and uplifting space for men to inspire, support, and empower each other on their journey to becoming the best version of themselves. Guided by the principles of positivity, respect, and continuous self-improvement, he focuses on the Core 4 pillars—family, faith, finance, and fitness. His goal is to cultivate an environment where every member is dedicated to being 1% better each day, fostering a community that uplifts, motivates, and celebrates the achievements of each individual.

    Don't miss the 30th episode of the "Real People Getting Real Results!" interview series featuring Mike Hough interviewed by Mack Story.

    You can also watch the video recording of this episode by visiting the Blue-Collar Leadership YouTube channel at ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@bluecollarleadership⁠ where you can check out this interview and previous interviews in this series. Both can be found under the playlist titled "Real People Getting Real Results!"

    Be sure to subscribe while you're there, and tap the 🔔 to be notified of future releases in this series.

    #leadershiptips #leadershippodcast #leadershipmindset #success #resultsdriven #successmindset #leadership #bluecollarleadership #growthmindset #personsaltransformation #CEO #teambuilding #airlineindustry #groundsupport #airportsoperations

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    54 mins
  • 418: He’s leading multiple teams without a formal leadership position!
    Sep 20 2024

    In this interview, Brandon Kluthe discusses:

    • How discovering the Blue-Collar Leadership Podcast impacted him
    • Why he feels it’s so important to be developing yourself and your team
    • How he began applying what he was learning
    • Seeking support from his leaders to begin developing others
    • Stepping up as a front line team member and leading multiple book studies without being in a formal leadership role
    • Why he wanted to lead book studies in the first place
    • How his co-workers responded to the book studies
    • How he plans to continue developing himself and his team moving forward

    Brandon Kluthe is in a Safety Coordinator role in the electrical division within the City of Grand Island Utilities in Nebraska.

    Brandon spent most of his 20+ year electrical career working on the front lines, literally in the trenches doing the hard, hot/cold, and dirty work. For 14+ years, he installed and replaced high voltage underground cables, transformers, and related equipment while also operating trenchers, backhoes, cranes, etc.

    Connect with Brandon on LinkedIn at LinkedIn.com/in/BrandonKluthe

    Don't miss the 29th episode of the "Real People Getting Real Results!" interview series featuring Brandon Kluthe interviewed by Mack Story.

    You can also watch the video recording of this episode by visiting the Blue-Collar Leadership YouTube channel at ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@bluecollarleadership⁠ where you can check out this interview and previous interviews in this series. Both can be found under the playlist titled "Real People Getting Real Results!"

    Be sure to subscribe while you're there, and tap the 🔔 to be notified of future releases in this series.

    #leadershiptips #leadershippodcast #leadershipmindset #success #resultsdriven #bluecollarleadership #safety #safetyindustry #electricalindustry #teambuilding #leadershipvideos #utilities #successmindset #leadership

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    56 mins
  • 417: This Sr. Operations Manager is focused on developing himself and his team.
    Sep 13 2024

    In this interview, Carlos Cody discusses:

    • His passion for personal development
    • How intentional development has impacted him personally and professionally
    • The impact of personal development on his income
    • How leading book studies has benefited him and his team
    • How he’s learned to deal with toxic team members
    • How personal development will make you stand out when applying for jobs
    • Many of his favorite books and why reading is so important

    Carlos Cody is a seasoned operations leader with a track record of driving efficiency, profitability, and operational excellence. He thrives on optimizing supply chain processes and leading high-performance teams that exceed organizational goals. With a solid background in managing multi-site operations, P&L optimization, and implementing Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Carlos has consistently delivered results that enhance business growth and customer satisfaction.

    Carlos is committed to developing others and fostering a culture of engagement which always leads to significant improvements in employee morale and retention. He also publishes the “Leadership Operating System” newsletter biweekly on his LinkedIn profile.

    Connect with Carlos on LinkedIn at Linkedin.com/in/CarlosCody

    Don't miss the 28th episode of the "Real People Getting Real Results!" interview series featuring Carlos Cody interviewed by Mack Story.

    You can also watch the video recording of this episode by visiting the Blue-Collar Leadership YouTube channel at ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@bluecollarleadership⁠ where you can check out this interview and previous interviews in this series. Both can be found under the playlist titled "Real People Getting Real Results!"

    Be sure to subscribe while you're there, and tap the 🔔 to be notified of future releases in this series.

    #leadershiptips #leadershippodcast #leadershipmindset #success #resultsdriven #successmindset #leadership #bluecollarleadership #growthmindset #warehousemanagement #supplychain #logistics #teambuilding #culturaltransformation #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipvideos

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    1 hr and 24 mins