The Front By Lead The Team With Host Mike Phillips

Today I am talking about listening to each other and having meaningful conversations. It's important that when someone is wanting or needing to connect that we make the time. This can be for management or leadership, listening to their people. Vice-versa this is important from an employee perspective when you need to connect with someone else. One of the keys is not just to listen, but to truly hear what it is that the other party is trying to communicate. Tune in today and let's talk about having meaningful conversations. https://youtu.be/KmTmcdP1qcs PLEASE SUBSCRIBE! For more motivational tips, increasing your influence, and leveling up your leadership - Check out http://LeadTheTeam.TV Thanks for watching, and thanks in advance for the shares and subs! Download This Episode Now! Thanks! Did you check out the YouTube yet at http://LeadTheTeam.TV? If not... click it now!

This week my guest is David Villa! With me, this week on The FRONT is a multi-talented businessman, speaker, and author... David Villa! David Villa is the founder and CEO of iPD, a marketing, media and training firm that works with companies of all sizes and industries across the United States. He has over 20 years of national sales and executive management experience that he brings to his company. David is a highly sought-after motivational speaker that brings innovation, excitement, and fire to any stage he is on! https://youtu.be/f_dTy3AmR5Y David shared that great leaders have three phases: Motivation. These are the things we see outwardly, such as on social media or other outlets, maybe if you don't know them.  Inspiration. This happens when we can actually engage with other people and be impactful. Influence. This is a high area of leadership when you can really affect other peoples lives. I asked David what are three characteristics of great leaders, or leaders he is looking for in his organization.

With me, this week on The FRONT is the talented and brilliant, Glenn Pasch Glenn Pasch is CEO of PCG Companies, an Inc 5000 agency that specializes in helping dealerships generate qualified shoppers. As an expert in digital marketing, he’s been featured in CBT News, Dealer Marketing Magazine, Auto Success, and Automotive News.  He’s the co-author of two books including Selling Cars in the Digital Age and The Power of Connected Marketing. Make sure and check out this great addition to the “Live Leadership Lesson Series” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JDEcSwEETM --- What a great conversation and a great interview with my new friend Glenn Pasch. He is most proud to be a husband and father, and he is an accomplished and successful businessman. You'll see throughout the conversation Glenn is a hands-on leader and trainer, and an absolute expert in business processes. He is all about building people up, coaching, and then continuing to build and establish accountability. Part of the conversation that stood out to

Are you pursuing perfection? You may not be likely to achieve perfection. So many people that are successful are chasing perfection. https://youtu.be/Eb9UrlyyeUk Pursuing perfection isn’t about being a perfectionist, or even ever catching it. It’s about checking your work though, and then double checking your work. I think that everything that you are chasing should be a pursuit to make the physical world as good as the amazing things that we have in our heads. It’s hard for many people to ever achieve and match the visions that are in their head, to what is real life. Part of the advantage of chasing that imagination and that perfection is it creates an unbelievable journey. Me right now with video - I get a lot of compliments on the productions I create. I had someone comment the other night about how every time I get new equipment that those shows always have a ton of engagement and views. The thing is, I am just pushing a little bit more each time to get the type of message and production out in the video

This week my guest is the amazing and ever humble, Matt Raymond! Matt is a boots-on-the-ground leader working within the Auto Industry as the BDC Director of the Team Auto Group. Matt was many years in law enforcement which gave him a multitude of skills in working with the public. After law enforcement, he has 10 years in the auto industry and has become a well-respected member of the automotive community, an amazing leader, and industry expert in many areas within the dealership. Make sure and check out this great addition to the “Live Leadership Lesson Series” https://youtu.be/BYOtMr00v28 --- Matt is truly one of the most genuine and real leaders you will ever meet! He embodies the attitude of servitude and really wants his people to succeed. He even made the comment that he would love to see them go on to a level of success so that they could be in his position! When I asked him about his favorite three characteristics of a good leader, he had a simple and to the point response. First, Matt said, "Let me

Today I am sharing some thoughts on kindness. You know I have either been involved in, or watched some unkind things happening around me lately. So I thought I would just share this reminder today. How does it fit in with the FRONT - It’s hard sometimes to stay kind to people or situations that we disagree with. https://youtu.be/CZROs4Dc1qI Nice is pleasant; agreeable; satisfactory, fine or subtle Kindness is the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate.  Kindness takes grace. They are not the same. And there are benefits to being kind. Everyone is affected by an act of kindness. Kindness is contagious and you never know just how big of an impact a small gesture of kindness can have. Kindness improves our quality of life and It brings people together. One of the unique things I have been thinking to myself about kindness is this: contrary to popular belief, kindness is not weakness. It is the ability to stay nice and considerate even when difficulty arises. It’s not sacrificing your values for ano

3 Tips for Live Streaming Success This is not my normal type of show for “The FRONT” however since I am often doing a lot of Live Streaming, I thought I would share some tips that I use to have successful shows. What better way to have this discussion than through a live stream! If you have questions pop them in the sidebar or the YouTube comments. So here we go. https://youtu.be/jXigAuJlAHY Test your equipment. Includes whatever it is that you are using. Camera’s, lights, phone, mic, etc Be prepared. You don’t need a script, but you do need a plan. Be consistent. Just like uploads, people need days or times that you plan to post so they can participate. Bonus - Don’t worry about labels. Just be yourself and carry your message. My message is always training, motivation, and leadership. What are your suggestions for a great live stream session? Download This Episode Now! Thanks for listening! Please SUBSCRIBE to the podcast here or on my YouTube channel at http://LeadTheTeam.TV  Check out the Lead The Team

Here are 7 success facts that you should know! (Or at least that I would like to share with you!) These are business principles that I have learned throughout my time in business, as a youth sports coach, and in leadership. So tune in and check them out! https://youtu.be/64z2mLZ4U0A 7 Success Facts Success will not depend on your education, but on your attitude and the actions you take. You are either rich or you are poor. It’s a mentality. There is no in between. True freedom comes from more than a 40-hour work-week. Entrepreneurs understand this. Real success is that you work while you are awake. No one else truly cares if you succeed or fail. Your view of success and someone else’s view of failure may be much closer together than you think. You must learn how to sell, whether you like it or not, you will always be selling, yourself, your product, your company. You will never get paid what you deserve unless you sell. You must negotiate it. Be confident in yourself and what you have to offer. You'll get pa

This week my guest is Evan Carmichael! If you are not previously familiar with Evan, he is like a motivational DJ of video content on YouTube! His channel is truly inspiring and Evan and his team have fresh remixes of leadership, motivation, innovation, and growth every day on his channel. Evan believes in entrepreneurs. At 19, he built then sold a biotech software company. At 22, he was a venture capitalist helping raise $500k to $15mil. Evan now runs the biggest YouTube channel for entrepreneurs with 1.5M+ subscribers. He breathes and bleeds entrepreneurship. He aims to help 1 billion entrepreneurs and unlock human potential. He's set 2 world records, uses a stand-up desk, rides a Vespa, raises funds for Kiva, wears 5-toe shoes and created Entrepreneur trading cards. He speaks globally but Toronto (#EntCity) is home. He loves being married, his son, salsa dancing, DJing, League of Legends, and the Toronto Blue Jays.  Evan is the author of Your One Word, the powerful secret to building a life and business th

Today, I have a simple conversation and remind you to... Do what you love! I just decide to record this off the cuff. No agenda, no bullet-points, just conversation from my head with what's on my heart and this reminder. So here it is. https://youtu.be/wi-IZRpbeAE Hope you enjoyed today's episode. Please SHARE this episode!  Hope you have an amazing day! Download This Episode Now! Please SUBSCRIBE on the YouTube channel here - https://www.youtube.com/c/LeadTheTeamTV?sub_confirmation=1 And check out the shop - http://www.LeadTheTeam.net/shop

This week my guest is Ben Gay III! I am blessed for this episode to have an amazing coach, an amazing salesperson, and an amazing leader, with me this week on The FRONT, and they are all the same person... Mr. Ben Gay III Ben has authored more than 12 books on selling and living successfully. He was nicknamed "The Attitude Coach" by Commander James Erwin of Apollo 15. His accomplishments over an amazing career spanning more than 50 years include being the top salesperson for the LARGEST network marketing company in the world at the time, and in fact, crushing his goals and being #1 in every sales organization he worked in! Make sure and check out this great addition to the “Live Leadership Lesson Series” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbfUBG_g1j0 Ben has shared his knowledge with millions of salespeople around the world - THIS WEEK IT'S A MUST WATCH EVENT! --- Ben has a truly unbelievable and colorful background and history! He is an unbelievable salesperson first of all. He has worked with some of the most

This week my guest is Sean Kelley! Bringing straight awesomeness this week with my guest Sean Kelley #TheCarBizCoach! Sean has a proven track record of performance coaching with managers and executives to improve business volume and profitability. He is currently utilizing his self-developed coaching framework, "D.R.I.V.E.C3", to help automotive groups, software companies, government employees, financial advisers, nonprofit organizations and other many other companies obtain big results.  Sean helps his clients succeed through building on many "coaching wins" over time, which cascade into massive victory. Sean has documented hundreds of coaching wins. From increasing employee engagement, career growth, lowering turn over, increasing sales, profit, and bolstering many other key performance indicators. Make sure and check out this great addition to the “Live Leadership Lesson Series” https://youtu.be/wx7tC9tRzi4 --- Sean is one of the most kind-hearted humans I have had the pleasure to speak with. You MUST wat

This one is a GREAT replay of one of my most popular shows! Get motivated and stay motivated with these five tips! When someone says, “Wow, that person is highly motivated!” We think of someone with limitless energy, and a positive attitude. But, how did they get that way? Where does the energy and the non-stop positivity come from? https://youtu.be/-iPSs_46Rp4 Here are 5 tips in about 5 minutes to get motivated and stay motivated! Define your want or need (WHY do you want or need this goal?) Some people say to find a “WHY” or at least a large enough “WHY.” Write things down. Keep a list of notes. Write down and continue to evolve strategies Focus on the goal every single day. Look at it, repeat it to yourself. Tell other people about it. And then, keep going until you hit it RE-check your “WHY,” regularly. Make sure it’s still important to you. Check to see if it has evolved. Re-define and re-strategize. Repeat.   Thank you for watching and listening! ▶️ PLEASE Subscribe to My Channel Here! Please check ou

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This week my guest is Jonathan Liebert! Jonathan Liebert is a mover and a shaker in the Colorado Springs Community. He is a grassroots leader that leads by example and is the tip of the spear on some really exciting movements and projects! Both in the local community and headed potentially onto a national stage! This man is a force of innovation! I am excited to be talking with Jonathan this week and bringing a solid Live Leadership Lesson on The FRONT! Make sure and check out this great addition to the “Live Leadership Lesson Series” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6nMQ6_Hms0 --- Jonathan is an innovative, inspired, and face-forward leader! Jonathan is exposed to and engaged with multiple levels of leaders in the business community, because of his work with the Better Business Bureau. When we were talking about leadership qualities, he immediately pointed out what he thought to be #1 - TRUST Trust is an absolute must for people in the business at so many levels. He brought many more great pieces of the conv

From @DeionSanders on Instagram today FEAR is a LIAR https://youtu.be/ZuayWwryPgw Oftentimes those things you fear the most are those things that seem to overtake you. God does not promote Fear of people, places, or things. Be brave, be courageous, accept the challenge, stand up, get your slingshot & stones & look at your enemy eye to eye with confidence that God has your back! FEAR is a LIAR! You're built for this. Hold on baby your best days are on the other side of that FEAR. #Truth (Also mentioned in this episode @GaryVee) Download This Episode Now! Please check out and SUBSCRIBE to http://www.LeadTheTeam.TV 

This week my guest is Robb Holman! Robb is the author of "Lead the Way: Inside Out Leadership™ Principles for Business Owners & Leaders" Over the last 20 years, Robb has successfully led countless business owners, executives, and leaders through his exclusive and proprietary method of Inside Out Leadership™ Coaching. In helping his clients learn how to connect with their unique life’s purpose, they are finding success in a way they never expected - from the inside out! I am very excited to spend a few minutes interviewing Robb this week and having a really strong Live Leadership Lesson on The FRONT! Make sure and check out this great addition to the “Live Leadership Lesson Series” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fctHaUngonU --- Robb always has such a great energy and is right on-point with his insights and information! I asked the question, " What are 3-5 strong leadership characteristics?" Robb shared some great wisdom by listing these:  One who walks in humility. It's not about them. It's about lifting

Are you welcoming in things that don’t grow you or others? https://youtu.be/k4zw71kEeYU I think often times, this is a question of more than just “what are you inviting in,” but, what are you actually WELCOMING into your life? See inviting is extending an invitation - welcoming is actually being excited when that person or thing shows up in your life, or in your space. For example… you have relatives show up at the house. What is the natural reaction… we welcome them into our home. But we have all have people that have “overstayed their welcome” - right? So what started out as a friendly gesture, or an opportunity to connect becomes something undesirable and frustrating. We've all been there for more than just somebody showing up at the house. This happens in so many different areas of our lives that sometimes we don't even realize it. So even though this is a maybe a short and simple message this afternoon I would ask yourself you can assess this in many ways. You may ask yourself: What am I welcoming into

This week my guest is Elise Kephart "The YouTube Diva!" Elise has been an innovator in the automotive space for over a decade! She was an early adopter of Video and YouTube which has transitioned to Video Email platforms today. She is an absolute beast on the phones and in building Automotive Internet Sales Processes and BDC. I am honored and excited to visit with Elise this week. If you are a business person and want to learn to stretch yourself and better communicate with your customers... YOU MUST WATCH THIS ONE! Make sure and check out this great addition to the “Live Leadership Lesson Series” https://youtu.be/PyyIJJTldNY --- Elise and I had a great conversation and we went overtime! She shared some really great insight. She has had an opportunity to visit and engage with Dealer Principals, General Managers, GSM's, Directors and executives at many levels throughout many automotive organizations. We talked about leadership characteristics and she pointed out these: Top-Down Leadership. Leaders have to pra

Football season is back! So is this episode!!! (By Popular Demand) https://youtu.be/vlthxgwv7yU An excellent coach isn’t in the huddle. They let their players play! When it is game time. In business also, you must trust your people to execute. The coach is not on the field with the players, so let the leaders lead in the moment. And, vice-versa, as a top performer, you know what to do… DO IT! The job needs to get done and you need to be able to be counted on to do it and to make the play! The same goes for business, if you are a staff member, maybe a middle-manager, and you have been trained and you know what to do. You know what needs to be done by others to execute. THEN DO IT! Download This Episode Now! Thank you for tuning in and watching or listening! Please check out my other episodes at http://www.LeadTheTeam.TV