Soar Higher With Jason Ballard

E48: The Next Right Answer w/Justin Patton

No, great leaders do not have the world all figured out. To quote the infinitely quotable Justin Patton, great leaders just know the next right answer.This week, Jason reunites with Justin, the former teacher turned author, coach, and keynote speaker who helped Jason make his own transition into business coaching. According to Justin, YOU are a leader, whether you're in the C-Suite or a sea of cubicles. He and Jason talk about the importance of showing up, how you influence those around you, and how Justin's study of body language and his experience as a teacher completely transformed his perspective on leadership. All this, plus:Why authenticity is a risk worth taking.Does everyone need to change, or does the best version of you already exist?Justin’s past career as a high school teacher taught him how to capture the attention of a room. What skills do you have that could be an asset to your leadership style?Show LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/Guest LinksWebsite: https://www.justinpatton.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JPinspiresTwitter: https://twitter.com/JPinspiresLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpinspires/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jpinspires/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/JPinspires

E47: Your Brand Is Not Your Logo

Does your title say V.P., but your branding says J.V.? This week, we take a hard look at personal branding with expert Coral Abood, founder of Willow Tree Imaging. Coral works with professionals of all stripes to cultivate consistent, persuasive brands that can stand out from the crowd. Key takeaways include:-Branding goes way beyond signage and uniforms. It is expressed through everything your business does, both for clients and for employees.-The #1 Rule of creating a personal brand-How’s your footwork? Jason shares one bad habit that could lead to you starting meetings on the wrong foot, pun intended.Show LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/Guest LinksWillow Tree Imaging: https://www.willowtreeimaging.com/Phone: 502.612.9286

E46: I Got Promoted! Now What?

Michael Scott was Dunder-Mifflin’s best salesman. Bar none. Nobody could sell reams of paper quite like this mulleted maverick. However, he was not ready to be a leader. As funny as it was to witness on TV, the scenario of someone being promoted to their incompetence is uncomfortably real. Do you know a Michael Scott? Are you afraid of becoming him?Coach Jason can help. This week, he lays out nine key steps for entering a position of leadership. It’s not easy. From the example you set for your team, to how your at-work mentality needs to change, there's a lot to learn. This week, Jason breaks each step down to help new leaders make the most of their role.Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/

E45: Building a Winning Culture w/Marcy Young

There is no such thing as a business without a culture. If you don't build one, your team will create their own. To effectively lead, you must take initiative in building a culture that wins.This week, Jason interviews Your HR Alliance Founder Marcy Young to break down:-Why stronger cultures can help you weather market disruption.-4 key components of building culture.-Where do I start?-How to establish expectations (and communicate them!) with your team.Tune in to hear one of the best in the business outline some simple, practical steps you can take to push your culture to the next level!Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/Guest Links - Learn more about Marcy and her work:Website: YourHRAlliance.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcy-young-phr-57134722/FB: https://www.facebook.com/yourhrallianceEmail: Marcy@yourhralliance.comPhone: 502-689-6009

E44: Don’t Climb Alone w/BELAY’s Lisa Seal

Belay is a mountain climbing term, used by climbers to coordinate their efforts while navigating dangerous terrain. On Belay! means that your climbing partner is ready to hold the rope tight so you can climb safely. While some climb alone, most climbers travel in groups for a safer, more consistent, and easier journey. Sound familiar?This week, Jason talks with BELAY CRO Lisa Seal about the elusive art of delegation. If you are a leader, how do you decide what to do and what to pass along? Are you doing the work you imagined you'd be doing, or are you finding your time eaten up by menial tasks? This week, both Lisa and Jason weigh in with some easy ways to make your journey to the top of the mountain a little easier. Enjoy!Special thanks to Lisa for being part of the show, learn more about her and about BELAY's work at the links below.Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/Guest LinksLearn more about BELAY: Belaysolutions.com/delegateMain Website: https://belaysolutions.com/Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-seal/

E43: You Can’t Win if You Don’t Keep Score

Can you imagine what would happen if NFL coaches didn't think the score mattered? According to Coach Jason, that's the exact mistake lots of business leaders are making right now. Now that we're a month into 2023, how is your team doing? If you're looking to turn the game around - or are looking for an easier way to measure your success - Jason's deep dive into The Four Disciplines of Execution by Sean Covey could help. This book outlines four key tenets that will help you not only define and achieve goals, but will help your team better understand your playbook. Coach Jason breaks it all down in this week's episode. Check it out!Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/

E42: The Science of Performance

According to Dr. Carla Fowler, business coaching is an exact science. Since founding THAXA Executive Coaching in 2013, Dr. Fowler has been using her background as an MD & Ph. D. to help leaders around the world improve their performance in business. This week, she joins Coach Jason to share what she has learned about performance science. Learn about how you can leverage the same motivational principles utilized by professional athletes to achieve your goals. Topics featured include:-Brutal Focus: How do we buckle down without losing perspective on our projects?-The 90/90/90 Rule: Why failure is the norm and why that isn’t always a bad thing.-How to overcome the immense hurdle of Step 1 in any plan.-How to utilize business coaching for the maximum benefit of yourself and your team.-And much more!Thank you for listening. Learn more about Carla and her work in the links below:Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/Guest LinksConnect with Carla on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-fowler/Learn more about THAXA: https://www.thaxa.com/

E41: Starting Off the New Year Right

As we head into a new year, it's the perfect time to reflect on the past year's accomplishments and set new goals for the future. But how do you ensure that you start the new year off on the right foot and set yourself up for success?In this podcast, we'll be going through coaching strategies that will give you insights and strategies on how to set achievable goals, create a plan of action, and stay motivated throughout the year.Coach Jason will cover topics such as:How do you motivate staff in the new year?How do you build highly productive teams?How do you attract top talent workers?Join us as we kick off the new year by learning how to set yourself up for success and make the most of the opportunities that lie ahead. Whether you're a small business owner, entrepreneur, or working professional, this podcast will provide you with valuable insights and actionable advice to help you achieve your goals in the new year.Tune in and subscribe for new episodes every week, and don't forget to share this podcast with others who are looking to start the new year off right!Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/

E40: Just Open One Door

Four years ago, Jonathan Klunk knew little about real estate. Today, he's Louisville's top Realtor.On this episode, multi-hyphenate Jonathan Klunk joins Coach Jason Ballard to talk about embracing his identity as an entrepreneur - and the lessons he's learned on his way to the top of Louisville's real estate market. In this episode, Jason and Jonathan offer insights on:-Building confidence in yourself and your brand.-Recognizing and seizing opportunities.-Why you need to sell yourself before you can sell anything else.-and much, much more!Thank you for listening!Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/Guest LinksCheck out Jonathan's books & podcast: https://www.gokeysource.com/Jonathan's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/top.louisville.agent/?hl=enJonathan's brokerage: http://sixdegreesre.com/

E39: Motivation is a Mindset

No one can give you a “fix” for a lack of motivation. You have to look within. This week, Jason welcomes Rob Johnson back to the show to talk about one of the most popular (and misunderstood) topics in the business sphere: motivation. Both Rob and Jason have built businesses and today, instead of vague advice, they break down what motivates them, and the kinds of questions that could help you find what it is you’re really motivated to do:-Jason describes extrinsic vs. intrinsic motivation, and the role each plays in life.-Rob shares his mindset for maintaining motivation through life’s ups and downs.-Jason talks about why caffeine and loud music will only ever get you so far, and how to take the next steps in building discipline.Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/Guest Linkshttps://www.speakeasynetwork.com https://waynemedia.com