Right-side Up Leadership Podcast

On this episode, former pastor, coach and author, Sean Nemecek, joins us on the podcast to talk about what he's learning about burnout, where he's encouraged by leaders and where he's discouraged. Check out Sean's book The Weary Leader's Guide to Burnout and his podcast About Sean Sean Nemecek is the West Michigan Regional Director for Pastor-in-Residence Ministries (pirministries.org), where his primary focus is on coaching pastors through burnout and recovery. Before joining PIR, Sean served as a pastor in a local church for almost 18 years. He and his wife, Amy, have been married for 24 years and have one son, Benjamin. Connect with Sean Website: https://seannemecek.com/ Hope Renewed Podcast The Weary Leader's Guide to Burnout  

On today's episode Alan interviews CEO, coach, positive organizational psychologist, and best selling author, Dr. Jamie Shapiro about the severity of burnout and how to lead from a place of health to avoid falling into a cycle of burnout.   About Dr. Shapiro   Jamie Shapiro is a CEO coach, positive organizational psychologist and the bestselling author of Brilliant, Be the Leader Who Shines Brightly Without Burning Out. She is a Master Certified Executive Leadership Coach, professional speaker, researcher, facilitator, and nutritionist. Having experienced burnout in the corporate world, she understands the incredible pressure we face in our lives and the difficulty in staying connected to professional and personal goals in demanding environments. Through her corporate career, she realized the toll that high pressure, stressful and demanding roles can take. She left the corporate world with a mission to make changes for people and organizations.  Jamie has been coaching and developing high performing teams sin

We hate to break it to you; summer is almost over.  This is an interesting time of year. Summer is winding down and the fall push is beginning to ramp up. As demands increase, and the overall pace of your life and leadership increases it's important to ASK, IDENTIFY, and PRIORITIZE what you need to be thinking about this fall. On today's episode, Alan unpacks crucial things you need to be thinking through this fall in order to continue leading from a place of health.   Register for our fall Effective Leaders Cohort https://effective.stayforthcoaching.com  

On todays episode, Alan and Jonathan look back at key moments from our summer series and why they are important to remember as we head toward the fall.   Speaking of fall, there are crucial things you need to be paying attention to if you want to continue leading on a healthy trajectory. On Tuesday August 22nd, Alan will be hosting a free group call where he will share questions he is asking, what he's paying attention to that you should too. Sign up below.   What should I be paying attention to this fall? https://training.stayforthcoaching.com EFFECTIVE Leaders Fall Cohort Https://effective.stayforthcoachingcom  

Health multiplies health and un-health, well it multiplies the same unhealthy results.    On today's episode We guide you through a framework to help you take serious steps to identify where you are neglecting your own health as a leader and what to do right now to switch gears and move in a healthy direction.

On this weeks episode we get very practical. If you're a leader then you ARE a communicator. Listen as Alan guides you through understanding the importance of context, the importance of clarity, and how to move FROM context TO clarity so that you can lead with increased effectiveness.    Our fall EFFECTIVE leaders cohort is filling up fast! to learn more and to register click below. Https://effective.stayforthcoaching.com  

On today's episode we unpack the idea of team, misconceptions many of have when it comes to teams, and why teams matter for long-term effective leadership. Jonathan also offers a hot take on a definition of team that we have all heard before. If you or your team are looking for ways to increase your effectiveness then join us for our fall EFFECTIVE Leaders Cohort. Sign up now before spots fill up.  Learn more and sign up: https://effective.stayforthcoaching.com

It's no secret that we live in an age where speed and quickness dictate how we live and lead. Bottom lines and deadlines and how efficiently we operate push us toward reactivity, reduced clarity, and more overwhelm. Something has to change.   On today's episode, Alan and Jonathan explore the crucial topic of Effectiveness and guide you through a coaching journey of understanding the importance of effectiveness, identifying where you need to invest in pursuing effectiveness, and how to take those crucial next steps.   If you or your team are looking for ways to increase your effectiveness then join us for our fall EFFECTIVE Leaders Cohort. Sign up now before spots fill up.  Learn more and sign up: https://effective.stayforthcoaching.com

On this weeks episode, we continue in our summer series #wordstoliveandleadby with a sort of part two from last week. Today we're diving into the topic of IMPACT and how we should pursue impact in light of our identities as leaders. Alan shares a crucial process for creating impact goals that are the fruit of our identity.    Email Alan@stayforth.com for your Growth Game Plan tool. reference this podcast episode in your message!

Who you are matters more than what you do... On today's episode, Alan and Jonathan discuss the topic of identity and why we need to consistently remind ourselves that what we do, who we lead, the impact we create are not what defines us.

Consistency is something we long for. Consistency in our organizations. Within our teams. With our routines and rhythms. Within our relationships. The funny thing about consistency, though, is that you don't have to create it. You're already consistent. Good, bad, or indifferent. Put another way, Healthy, unhealthy, or headed toward burnout, you are already consistent. The challenge is finding where your consistency lies and HOW to take steps toward becoming more consistent with the things that matter most in your life and leadership.  On today's episode of our summer series, Alan and Jonathan jump into the topic of consistency and why consistency is something we need to cultivate in order to live and lead healthier, more effective, and with more impact.

If you've ever felt like you're drowning in your responsibilities, you're not alone. Many people struggle with overwhelm. So how do you manage overwhelm and avoid burnout? The answer lies in clarity.   On today's episode, we'll break down how being specific, taking action, and recognizing your own strengths can help you gain clarity and take crucial next right steps in your life and leadership. 

Failure is a big word. Leaders deal with failure all the time. We help those we lead overcome failure, we help them learn, adapt, and move forward. But, how often do we lead ourselves through a failure and toward the next opportunity?   On this episode of our summer series, Alan and Jonathan guide you through an interactive episode all about failure, why it's actually important, and a process for "feeding backwards to feed forward"

 Change is interesting. it's one of those words that we hear over and over and if you lead in any capacity then you've most likely helped someone else navigate some sort of change. But what about you? How do you deal with change?  On today's episode of our summer series, We focus on the word change, what happens when we neglect it, how to identify something that needs to change within our life and leadership, and why change is necessary.

  On today's episode Alan and Jonathan as they kick off our summer series "Words to Live and Lead By," a transformative journey that challenges leaders to apply powerful words to their lives and leadership. While we often use words to inspire and influence others, we tend to neglect their application in our own journey. Join us as we uncover the transformative potential hidden within words we hear on a regular basis. These words may have become mere buzzwords in our busy lives, but it's time to embrace them as catalysts for personal growth and sustainable leadership impact. What to expect Throughout the series, we encourage an interactive approach to listening. Step out into nature, go for a walk, or engage in an activity while reflecting on the words discussed. Remember, change of place and pace can lead to a change in perspective. Join us on this immersive and coaching-like experience, as we set the stage for a summer of exploration, reflection, and actionable insights. Get ready to unlock the power of word

The importance of emotional and mental health is often overlooked in the pursuit of success. However, emotional and mental well-being is crucial to being an effective leader. Leaders must pay attention to their emotions and strive to be whole.   On this episode, Alan sits down with author, leadership coach, speaker, and clinical mental health expert Dr. Mark Mayfield. Mark shares about his new book The Path to Wholeness and why our emotional and mental well-being are crucial if we are to live and lead from a health and wholeness. About Dr. Mayfield   Dr. Mark Mayfield is an author, speaker, leadership coach, counselor, and professor. He has extensive experience in executive leadership as former founder and CEO of Mayfield Counseling Centers a 501c3 non-profit in Colorado Springs which serves over 25,000 appointments a year. Dr. Mayfield is an executive leadership coach, helping churches and organizations navigate the complexities of their mental and emotional health. Clinically, Dr. Mayfield is an expert in w

In this episode Alan shares four common phrases leaders say that are indictors that they need coaching. Alan also shares our five step process for coaching leaders through the fog into clarity and a new future. We've seen these work time and time again. If you resonate with these you're normal, but you can't stay there! Reach out for a free Breakthrough Coaching Conversation at hello@stayforth.com

On today's episode, Alan sits down with author, coach, speaker, and songwriter Justin McRoberts. Alan and Justin discuss growth and maturity and how both are rooted in ones knowledge of their belovedness in Christ.  About Justin Justin McRoberts is an author, coach, speaker, and songwriter. He is the author of six books, including the upcoming, Sacred Strides (May 2023). For over 20 years, Justin has helped artists, ministers, and entrepreneurs find their way. From the stage, through his stories in books or during coaching sessions, he leans on his years of work and expertise as a minister and artist to help individuals and teams solve problems in their creative processes.  When he’s not writing, speaking, or coaching, you can find him as the host of the At Sea Podcast. He lives in the East San Francisco Bay Area. Connect with Justin Books: http://justinmcroberts.com/books/ Social Media: @justinmcroberts

It's one of the oldest and most important questions known to man. The truth is only the hungry change, you can't force anyone to change if they aren't hungry. On this episode, Alan walks you through a process of how to change that's simple, but effective. Get ready to take notes on this one!   Grab The Wheel Of Transformation: Send an email to hello@stayforth.com and mention this episode. 

We often believe a myth that great leaders are born. The truth is great leaders are developed. You can grow your leadership through practicing essential skills. On todays episode in part two of our Leadership Skills Not Pills Series, Alan discusses a second round of leadership skills that are essential for healthy, effective, leadership and why practicing skills is essential for long term success. If you haven't listened to Part 1, Click here and listen   Free Breakthrough Coaching Session https://www.stayforth.com/coaching/