Soar Higher With Jason Ballard
Welcome to Soar Higher with Jason Ballard. A Podcast developed for leaders by leaders to motivate you to reach your highest altitude possible by providing you with proven strategies, resources, and expert business advice that will accelerate your personal and professional success beyond what you thought was possible. This podcast is hosted by Jason Ballard, one of the top-rated business & executive coaches in the U.S. From growing up in the family construction business, to serving in the military, to leading 12 organizations all over the world to award-winning success, Jason’s passion is to empower the next generation of leaders to achieve more and make a positive impact in the world. Join Jason each week as he explore the “ins and outs” of running a business, creating winning cultures, developing aspiring leaders, solving workplace challenges, and helping people achieve their career aspirations.
Episodes

Monday Aug 26, 2024
E122: Imposter Syndrome
Monday Aug 26, 2024
Monday Aug 26, 2024
Join Jason Ballard in this episode as he explores the phenomenon of imposter syndrome, a psychological struggle affecting many, including some well-known figures. Discover what imposter syndrome is, its impact on personal and professional life, and hear intriguing statistics that shed light on its prevalence. Plus, gain practical tips on how to overcome these feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy. Tune in to better understand and address this challenge.
3:08 - Statistics On Imposter Syndrome
4:45 - What Is Imposter Syndrome?
11:19 - The Effects Of Imposter Syndrome
23:23 - List Of Famous People That Feel They Have Imposter Syndrome
30:33 - Ways To Deal With Imposter Syndrome
Show Links/ Social Links
Get in touch with me:
LinkedIn: 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/soarhigherjasonballard
Soar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_A
www.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com

Monday Aug 19, 2024
E121: The Art Of Being Lazy
Monday Aug 19, 2024
Monday Aug 19, 2024
In this episode, Jason Ballard chats with Jim Schleckser, CEO of The CEO Project and author of How To Be Lazy. They explore unconventional leadership strategies, discussing the role of a CEO, the benefits of strategic laziness, and practical tips for achieving more by doing less. Tune in to discover how embracing a "lazy" mindset can revolutionize your approach to leadership and productivity.
2:40 -Expanding Traditional Views About Leadership
3:18 -Jim’s Background
4:31 -What Is The CEO Project?
13:49 -Being Challenged As A Leader
16:04 -What Makes A Good CEO?
19:40 -Jim’s Book
22:32 -Definition Of A Lazy CEO
25:06 -What Can People Do To Be More Lazy?
39:04 -75% And Move On
44:59 -Top 3 Ways To Become Lazier
47:45 -Jim’s Socials
Show Links/ Social Links
Get in touch with me:
LinkedIn: 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/soarhigherjasonballard
Soar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_A
www.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com
Guest Links
Want To Learn More About Jim? Check Out His Links Below.
Website: https://theceoproject.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IncCEOproject/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theceoproject/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CHS10804
Email: jim@theceoproject.com

Monday Aug 12, 2024
E120: Crafting Success Through Storytelling
Monday Aug 12, 2024
Monday Aug 12, 2024
Are you effectively sharing your story? Do you fully understand and connect with it? How authentic is your narrative?On this week's episode of the Soar Higher Podcast, Coach Jason Ballard is joined by Craig Dehut, a multifaceted talent in filmmaking, cinematography, keynote speaking, and Co-Founder of Appian Media. Craig specializes in telling the stories of Non-Profits and God's story through film. Together, they delve into the emotional power of films, the strategic use of media, the importance of a storytelling mindset, and how to portray your story with accuracy. Tune in for an inspiring and enlightening conversation.
2:56 - Meet the guest
9:08 - Challenges of media
13:52 - Breaking through mindset
17:56 - What makes a good story
23:32 - How to prepare
31:39 - The story
Get in touch with me:
LinkedIn: 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/soarhigherjasonballard
Soar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_A
www.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/
Interested in watching Craig's films? Reach out:
Website: https://www.appianmedia.org/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@appianmedia
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdehut
RightNow Media: https://app.rightnowmedia.org/en/publisher/18825
Faithlife TV: https://faithlifetv.com/items/560279

Monday Aug 05, 2024
E119: Empowering Non-Profits with Technology
Monday Aug 05, 2024
Monday Aug 05, 2024
Today we head off the beaten path on this episode of the Soar Higher Podcast with guest John Del Bello. Your host Jason Ballard introduces John Del Bello, the founder and CEO of BGiving, a software technology platform to help Non-Profit organizations. Together they discuss the importance of Non-Profits being transparent, being innovative and creative, the positive neuroscience impact, and the new mobile app for participants to find all the necessary information about Non-Profits launching in September!
2.56 - Meet the guest
16.15 - What Non-Profits to pick
17.51 - How technology is helping
22.23 - The new app
32.31 - Neuroscience impact
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Get in touch with me:
LinkedIn: 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/soarhigherjasonballard
Soar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_A
www.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/
Want to know more about John? Reach out here:
Website: https://bgiving.one/
Landing Page: https://bgiving.one/soarhigher
https://app.hubspot.com/documents/6016032/view/845804296?accessId=d9966b

Monday Jul 29, 2024
E118: Closing the Gap: Tackling Talent Shortages
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Join Jason Ballard as he discusses the critical issue of workforce talent gaps with Chris Harris, Chief Revenue Officer at Tech-Labs. In today's competitive business environment, they explore how targeted training programs are essential for filling these gaps and ensuring companies remain competitive. From the evolving dynamics between college education and trades to impending skill shortages, Chris shares insights that every business leader needs to hear to navigate the changing landscape of talent development effectively.
1.03 - Today’s Topic
1.27 - Meet the Guest, Chris Harris
3.40 - Misunderstood Terms Used Interchangeably
11.48 - New Technology vs. People Investment
16.35 - Workforce Shortage Statistics
23.12 - Mike Rowe College vs. Trades
30.27 - What Tech-Labs Does
32.25 - Average Starting Salary in Texas for a 4 Year Degree vs. the Trades
36.19 - How Tech-Labs are Filling Work Gaps
40.45 - DOD Labor Numbers and Jobs
47.21 - Past Consulting Work Advice
Show Links
Get in touch with me:
LinkedIn: 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/soarhigherjasonballard
Soar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_A
www.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/
Guest Links
Interested in working with Chris Harris? Reach out here:
Website: https://tech-labs.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TechLabsEDU
Twitter: https://x.com/Tech_Labs
Email: chris.harris@tech-labs.com

Monday Jul 22, 2024
E117: Revitalize Growth As A Leader
Monday Jul 22, 2024
Monday Jul 22, 2024
Are you a leader with a clear philosophy? Looking to drive continuous business growth?
In this week's episode of the Soar Higher Podcast, Coach Jason is joined by Mike Murphy, the Managing Director of Sunstone Management Advisors, who brings 30 years of executive leadership experience. Together, they share transformative tips to soar your business to new heights. Discover strategies like securing the fundamentals, experimenting with new approaches, and how to out-earn your pay. It's time to stop saying "No because..." and start saying "Yes if..."
1.53 - Meet the guest, Mike Murphy
11.21 - Words of Wisdom
22.34 - Mike's Leadership Journey
26.00 - Mike's Success Story
31.27 - Proven Strategies for Success
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Get in touch with me:
LinkedIn: 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/soarhigherjasonballard
Soar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_A
www.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/
Interested in working with Mike Murphy? Reach out here:
Website: https://sunstonemanagementadvisors.com/soarhigher/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelf-murphy?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F

Monday Jul 15, 2024
E116: Scaling Your Business with Strategic Funding
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Want your business to be successful without using your own money? Did you know your business has an EIN number? Do you know what to do with that EIN number?
Join us on this episode of the Soar Higher Podcast, where we dive into essential strategies for building financial independence for your business. Our guest, Shawn King, a Veteran of the Marine Corps and partner and senior consultant at Guardian Chamber Business Solutions, brings a wealth of expertise in guiding businesses towards self-sufficiency. From separating business finances from personal assets to the strategic use of an Employer Identification Number (EIN) and establishing strong business credit, he shares actionable insights that every entrepreneur needs to know. Tune in tomorrow for this insightful episode.
Show Links/ Social Links:
LinkedIn: 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/soarhigherjasonballard
Soar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_A
Website: www.soarhighercoaching.com
Guest Links:
Website: https://guardianchamber.com/
Phone Number: (586) 201- 5927
Email: sking@guardianchamber.com

Monday Jul 08, 2024
E115: Building A High Performing Culture
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Are you investing in the long game? Can't find "good" people? Want a high performing business culture?
Talent acquisition is more important that client acquisition. In the week's episode, Coach Jason Ballard is joined by a returning guest, HR Huntsman. HR is an Air Force Veteran as well as the founder and president of Your Leaders Edge. Together they dive deep into the critical importance of creating an attractive culture to recruit and retain talent. HR shares his 5 key elements to building a high performing culture:
Practice radical clarity
Authentic connection
Set high expectations
Willingness to debate and disagree respectfully
Reinforce a profound purpose
Want to hear more from HR Huntsman, check out his first debut on the Soar Higher Podcast on Episode 95! Also stay tuned for his own podcast, Leader Edge, coming soon!!
Show Links/ Social Links:
LinkedIn: 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/soarhigherjasonballard
Soar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_A
Website: www.soarhighercoaching.com
Guest Links:
Email: hr@yourleadersedge.com
Website: https://yourleadersedge.com/

Monday Jul 01, 2024
E114: Leveraging Technology to Maximize Business Effciency
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Monday Jul 01, 2024
On this week's episode, we explore strategies to leverage cutting-edge technology to optimize systems across accounting, warehousing, manufacturing, and project management with Greg Williams. Greg is the Vice President of Strategy at Western Computer, a nationwide software and cloud solutions company. Together, Jason and Greg delve into practical tips on navigating software packages and platforms, ensuring seamless integration and interoperability across your enterprise. Learn about the benefits of Microsoft technologies in streamlining workflows and harnessing the potential of AI for predictive analytics and automation. Discover how integrating these functions can maximize the power of data, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.
Show Links/ Social Links:
LinkedIn: 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/soarhigherjasonballard
Soar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_A
Website: www.soarhighercoaching.com
Guest Links:
Website: https://www.westerncomputer.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwill

Monday Jun 24, 2024
E113: How to Combat Aging
Monday Jun 24, 2024
Monday Jun 24, 2024
Are you dreading getting older? Do you want to know how to age well? Do you not know your next steps in life? Want to rewire how you think about aging?
On this week's episode all those questions will be answered. Coach Jason Ballard is joined by Corinne Auman, the president of Choice Care Navigators, an aging and elderly care management and consulting firm based out of North Carolina. Corinne is also an author of the book "Keenagers" that outlines getting the most out of life while aging. Together Jason and Corinne discuss a few helpful notes that can rewire your view on aging. They also discuss the struggle of being an entrepreneur with no prior experience. A few key notes are:
How you view your own aging, positive or negative, affects how well you age.
If you love your job there is no need to retire, but if you don't love your job, think about what your next step will be.
Retirement planning is not all about money, you have to plan for social and emotional aspects of life.
Show Links/ Social Links:
LinkedIn: 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/soarhigherjasonballard
Soar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_A
Website: www.soarhighercoaching.com
Guest Links:
Website: https://corinneauman.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Keenagers/61558512157337/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keenagersbook/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corinneauman