Soar Higher With Jason Ballard

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

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/

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/

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/

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/

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/

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

There’s a strong correlation between businesses that fail and New Years Resolutions that fail, says Wayne Media Founder & CEO Rob Johnson. We all know most resolutions go bust (as do most businesses), but today, we are going to dig into why. To ring in 2023, Rob joins Jason for a talk on how to create, attack, and follow through on your goals. Plus:-Jason shares 5 major components for achieving your goals.-Why everyone on Earth needs a coach.-How to build habits and embrace difficulty in your endeavors.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.comGuest Linkshttps://www.speakeasynetwork.com https://waynemedia.com

As we turn the page to 2023, we stop to reflect on some of our favorite conversations from the past year. In this episode, we present the very best of Episodes 19, 21, and 29 of Soar Higher, including two interviews with Wayne Media's Rob Johnson, and a look at the venerated must-read Lincoln on Leadership: Executive Strategies for Tough Times. Jason offers insights on creating an effective, simple brand, 5 common business mistakes and how to avoid them, and how one of America's most celebrated leaders used his management skills to win the Civil War... and what we can learn from his example.Thank you to everyone who tuned in during our first year. We have big plans for 2023, and we can't wait to see you again next year!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

The season of giving continues as Jason welcomes USA Cares' Trace Chesser to the podcast. USA Cares is a Louisville-based organization that offers financial assistance and skills training to veterans who are looking to re-enter the workforce. Together, Jason and Trace explore the struggles of veterans transitioning back into civilian life, and offer a few suggestions on how we all can help.Be sure you check out the links below and consider giving back to service men and women this Christmas. In this episode:-Jason shares his own experiences, and talks about the unique difficulties military men and women (and their loved ones) face in the wake of deployment.-Trace explains why the military prepares excellent job candidates... and how the disconnect between success in the military and success as a civilian sometimes happens, and how USA cares is working to bridge the gap.-Do you want to give back this season, but aren't sure where to start? Trace also invites listeners to explore Charity Navigator (link below), a tool to help connect you with effective, reputable charities.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 LinksUSA Cares Website: https://usacares.orgPhone: 1-800-773-0387Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/usacaresorgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/usacares/Charity Navigator: https://www.charitynavigator.org/