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The Champion Forum Podcast is dedicated to raising up leaders who know that they are not only called to grow an organization, but to help their team members become the best that they can be. Join Jeff Hancher weekly as he challenges and inspires his listeners to reach their full potential by laying out complex leadership principles in a step-by-step approach.
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We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. When was the last time someone at work told you something you genuinely did not want to hear? As uncomfortable as it can be, hearing uncomfortable truths is necessary if you want to be a successful leader. Silence is not a sign that everything is going well! The more positional authority you have, the more people feel like they should be cautious and deferential around you. Today’s episode is about why leaders struggle to get feedback, how i...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. “We’re a family here” sounds caring, but is it actually hurting your workplace culture? On this episode of The Champion Forum Podcast, we explore why calling your company a family creates unrealistic expectations, weakens trust, and masks unhealthy power dynamics. You’ll learn practical, healthier alternatives leaders can use to build respect, collaboration, and a culture people actually want to be part of.
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Hard work alone doesn’t close deals, and that’s a tough truth for a lot of sales professionals to hear. If you’re making the calls, sending the proposals, showing up prepared, and still losing deals to competitors you know you’re better than, the problem isn’t your effort. It isn’t your product. And most of the time, it isn’t price. It’s process. In this episode, we break down why hardworking salespeople stay stuck, why buyers stall and hide...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Most leadership conversations today revolve around speed, scale, efficiency, and performance. But as burnout rises and trust erodes at work, leaders are starting question if the most powerful leadership advantage is the very thing we've been taught to downplay: our humanity. In this episode, we sit down with Claude Silver, the world's first Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX, and author of the book Be Yourself at Work, to explore why authenticit...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Most leaders believe that they are responsible, excellent, and hands-on. But what many leaders see as confidence can often mask insecurity, particularly a need to take control. Left unchecked, this need for control will cause your team to disengage, stop giving input, stop taking initiative, and eventually find a new job. In today's episode of The Champion Forum Podcast, we'll talk about how to let go of control without losing influence and ...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Adding new talent can accelerate growth or quietly undermine everything you’ve built. Leaders today face a critical challenge: how to hire high performers without sacrificing the culture that drives long-term success. In this episode, we break down five proven principles for adding talent while protecting your culture, helping you hire with intention, onboard with clarity, and integrate new team members in a way that strengthens, not erodes,...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. What separates people who want success from those who actually create it? In this episode, we unpack how to rise to the top of your field, become a respected expert, and build a life that reflects your actual goals—not just your obligations. Inspired by Chapter 8 of Lead the Field, we explore the core elements that determine long-term success: clarity, attitude, a worthy objective, and the discipline to grow into the person who can achieve i...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. What do you think the world needs most right now? The good news is, whatever it is, you have the power to make an impact. In this episode of the Champion Forum Podcast, we sit down with Chris Cooper, a global voice in leadership, culture, and business elevation. With over three decades of experience working with international brands and leaders around the world, Chris shares powerful insights on authentic leadership, creating cultures where ...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Most teams don't fail because they lack motivation, vision, or talent. They fail because they lack leadership. Mascot leaders bring energy, encouragement, and positivity, but over time, charisma without accountability erodes standards, drives away high performers, and stalls momentum. In this episode, you will learn the three key differences between mascots and true leaders, why over-inspiring can damage team culture, and how avoiding hard c...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Every leader has blind spots that shape their results, relationships, and reputation. Leadership growth does not happen by accident. Growth happens when you shine a light on your bad habits and incorrect assumptions. The challenge is that it is difficult to recognize these issues in yourself. Leaders who confront their blind spots expand their influence and earn their teams' confidence and trust. In today's episode of The Champion Forum Podc...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. AI isn’t replacing leaders, it’s redefining leadership. AI can optimize tasks, but it cannot replace influence, empathy, emotional intelligence, or human connection. In this episode, we unpack how the rise of AI is reshaping expectations for leaders and why soft skills are becoming the new hard skills. We discuss the risks leaders face when they over-automate communication, rely too heavily on data, or substitute human presence with digital ...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Is it burnout—or boredom? In this episode of The Champion Forum Podcast, we break down the top signs of leadership boredom, workplace disengagement, and low motivation. Discover why leaders feel unchallenged, how boredom impacts team performance, and proven strategies to reignite curiosity, increase engagement, and elevate leadership growth. Learn how to set bigger goals, raise standards, mentor others, and create new challenges that boost p...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Delegation isn’t about stepping back; it’s about scaling your impact. Too many leaders confuse handing off tasks with handing off ownership, but true delegation doesn’t erase responsibility; it elevates your influence. In this episode, we break down the myth that delegation gets you “off the hook” and show why your fingerprints should still be on the outcome, even when your hands aren’t on the work. We’ll walk through the three most common c...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Are you constantly jumping into new ideas, goals, or routines—only to abandon them when the excitement wears off? If you (or someone you know) live in a cycle of starting strong but never finishing, you’re not alone. In today’s episode of The Champion Forum Podcast, we’re diving into the hidden reasons people keep starting over, how this pattern sabotages your credibility and momentum, and what you can do to finally break the habit. In a wor...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. What does it take to turn tragedy into triumph? In this episode of The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher, we sit down with Eric McElvenney—Marine veteran, Ironman athlete, Paralympian, and international speaker—who shares his incredible story of resilience, faith, and purpose. After losing his leg to an IED explosion while serving in Afghanistan, Eric faced a life-altering choice: let that moment define him, or define what came next. ...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Gen Z now makes up over a quarter of the global workforce, but are leaders really listening to them? In this episode of The Champion Forum Podcast, Jeff Hancher sits down with generations expert Dr. Tim Elmore to challenge the myths about Gen Z and uncover what they can teach us about leadership, loyalty, and the future of work. Learn why empathy, communication, and adaptability are key to leading this dynamic generation.
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Servant leadership isn’t a trendy management buzzword. It’s a timeless principle that transforms teams and organizations from the inside out. At its core, servant leadership is about empowering your people. But when leaders confuse service with softness, they slip into passive leadership, avoiding tough conversations, lowering standards, and calling it humility. In this episode, you’ll learn how this subtle shift destroys culture, erodes tru...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Last time, attorney and entrepreneur Rocco Cozza showed us how to avoid the legal traps that can quietly sink a business before it even gets started. But here’s the thing — even if you check every legal box, your company can still stall out. Growth isn’t automatic. Scaling takes more than hiring fast or chasing revenue — it takes healthy systems, a clear mindset shift, and the courage to let go. In today’s episode, Rocco’s back — not just as...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Most entrepreneurs don’t fail because they lack vision. They fail because they didn’t protect their vision. In this episode, Jeff Hancher interviews Rocco Cozza, managing partner of Cozza Law Group and TEDx speaker, to reveal the most common legal mistakes founders make. Discover why your business entity matters, the danger of using online contracts, and how to safeguard your brand with proper trademarks and copyrights. Rocco’s insights will...
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. Toxic high performers are one of the toughest challenges leaders face. On paper, they deliver results. Behind the scenes, they erode trust, morale, and your company culture. In this episode, you’ll learn why protecting your culture matters more than protecting short-term numbers — and how to make the courageous call as a leader. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why leaders hesitate to confront toxic high performers (fear + short-term thi...
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I could not be more excited to have launched The Champion Forum! Thank you all for listening in. I see it as a great privilege to be a part of your pursuit to success. - Jeff
wow great message, Jeff! Definitely a lot to sit back and chew on. Inspires me to rise up and do more to be a better leader in every area where leadership exists!