The Craig and Greg Show

Sometimes effectively leading can be tricky. What works in one circumstance might be ineffective down the road. In this episode the guys talk about how your approach to leadership must change as you navigate through different seasons of leadership. To learn more about how Maximize can help you grow and develop as a leader visit maximizeleadership.com

If leaders are obsessed with a mistake-free environment, they may actually be hurting their organization. The guys discuss the value of mistakes on this episode of The Craig And Greg Show

On this episode of The Craig And Greg Show, the guys talk about what empowerment is and isn't, and why so many leader think they are empowering their team when they are instead just trying to keep themselves in power. 

It is inescapable: leaders will have to deal with problems. On this episode, the guys discuss four types of problems leaders will face, and the strategies for solving those problems.  Watch more episodes by clicking here. 

On this episode of “The Craig And Greg Show,” the guys explain how leaders can be more effective by eliminating some priorities.

On this episode of “The Craig And Greg Show,” the guys talk about the the most important place we need to lead: In our homes. 

On this episode of The Craig And Greg Show, the guys discuss the huge benefits for leaders who cultivate both personal gratitude and corporate thankfulness. 

Craig and Greg offer a special salute to veterans on Veterans Day, and they discuss all of the lessons other leaders can learn from the members of the US Armed Forces. 

Fear can limit a leader’s effectiveness and can cripple a team’s motivation. Leaders have to transparently address their own fears before they can help their teammates overcome their fears. As Craig says, “Bravery begins when we admit the fears that we want to overcome.”

On this episode, Craig and Greg discuss the importance of hope, how leaders can instill hope in themselves, and how they can pass hope along to their teammates.  At the beginning of the episode, Greg presents a special gift to Craig to commemorate the release of his book Shepherd Leadership: The Metrics That Really Matter. You can get more information on that book by clicking here. 

We have an ongoing series of leadership builders and killers. The leadership killer we discuss in this episode may surprise many people. 

On this episode of “The Craig And Greg Show,” we discuss the importance of leaders becoming and staying mentally healthy. 

On this episode of “The Craig And Greg Show,” we discuss how leaders can avoid the “it’s lonely at the top” pitfall.  Get more information on our coaching huddles by clicking here. 

In this episode of “The Craig And Greg Show,” Greg interviews Craig about the making of his book “Shepherd Leadership: The Metrics That Really Matter.” You can find out more about this book by clicking here.

Even though "freedom" and "liberty" are used interchangeably regarding the United States and the Fourth of July, these words aren't the same. As leaders, we can be free and struggle. In this episode, learn the difference between the two and how it can help you and your teams grow. 

Craig and Greg discuss how patriotism and leadership both teach us valuable lessons.  How does patriotism equate to leadership? [0:45] What are the differences between patriotism and nationalism? [1:35] Greg explains how leaders need to lead inside out [2:42] Craig shares one surefire way for leaders to evaluate potential new leaders, and how this relates to patriotism [3:27] True leaders can change the culture even without a title or a position [4:25] the value of team building [5:10] Chuck Colson said politics is always downstream from culture, so what happens in your backyard will ultimately affect Washington, D.C. [5:45] how Craig's grandfather changed his business culture [6:43]  gratefulness and patriotism are directly related [8:13] wherever you are, you can make a difference—your daily choices have a cumulative effect [12:43]

There is a huge difference between conflict management and conflict leadership, especially when it comes to personnel issues. The guys discuss topics like: leaders empower teammates to solve their own disagreements  3 tips to prepare for a meeting with team members how to look beyond the triggers of conflicts  taking personality and past experiences into account when leading through problems  what it really means to have peace in your organization  how Craig & Greg can help you lead better

Craig and Greg discuss Greg’s book “The Shawn Effect” and share how you can get a free copy.

April showers bring May flowers, but showers are also vital for leadership growth. 

There’s no way around it: Leaders have to deal with problems. The guys discuss the best (and worst) ways to handle these issues.