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.
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Monday Nov 06, 2023
Monday Nov 06, 2023
According to Tim Yurek, finance is like golf: buying better, more expensive tools may help, but not if you don’t know how to use them.
Welcome back! This week, Coach Jason is joined by Tim Yurek, Founder and CEO of Tier 1 Capital. According to Tim, two thirds of business owners are not in control of their cashflow and, therefore, not in control of their company. On this podcast, we want to arm you with the tools to soar to your highest potential and with a lot of help from Tim, we are expanding your financial toolkit:
Should I replace one type of debt with another? Tim gives counsel for those working through multiple repayments.
It’s not what you buy, it’s what you pay for it. Tim tells us that where the money comes from can be even more important than how much you spend.
Whoever controls your cashflow controls your life. If you do not control the repayment process on your debts, you cannot freely operate.
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://tier1capital.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-yurek/
Monday Oct 30, 2023
Monday Oct 30, 2023
Mario Lanzarotti has a special gift for Soar Higher listeners: Check out Mario's free 30-minute training and TEDX talk here: https://www.mariolanzarotti.com/welcome-soarhigher/. A big thank-you to Mario for sharing these resources with our community!
What you perceive, you will create, according to business coach and entrepreneur Mario Lanzarotti. Our imaginations are so powerful, Mario argues, that they can either free us or trap us in our thinking. If you are an entrepreneur who believes that business is a constant, chaotic slog that rarely pays off… you’ll be right.
But, for those who can recognize the potential in challenges (and see the potential within themselves), business suddenly gets fun!
In this episode, Mario sits down with Coach Jason to talk about the keys to perspective in business. After burning out as a Lufthansa pilot, Mario’s soul searching took him into the world of coaching, where he helps clients all over the world find peace in leadership. In this episode, we dig deep into topics that every leader grapples with:
Are you, as a leader, filling the wrong roles in your organization? Mario talks about finding out where your intelligence is best spent.
Recognizing the signs of burnout: as someone who has been through burnout, Mario explains the consequences of being out of alignment.
Mario gives three easy takeaways that you can start using today to help be more confident and self-aware.
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
Check out Mario's free training & other resources: https://www.mariolanzarotti.com/welcome-soarhigher/
Website: https://www.mariolanzarotti.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mario.lanzarotti/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/M_Lanzarotti
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanzarottimario/
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Want a shortcut to being a more resilient leader? Today's guest, Jason Shen, is sharing some wonderful free resources with you on how to be more adaptable in business and in life. Check it out: https://www.jasonshen.com/soarhigher/
Pivot isn’t a buzzword, it’s a skill. According to business coach Jason Shen, a leader’s ability to pivot is rooted in their resilience. Jason has pivoted enough times - from Stanford gymnast to Meta employee to entrepreneur - that he literally wrote the book on the subject (Path to Pivot, available in beta here: https://www.jasonshen.com/).
This week, Coach Jason (and, well, the other Coach Jason) discuss how leaders today can build resilience and shift their business - and their vision - effectively. Key takeaways include:
The four skills of resilience.
Resilience is NOT self-reliance. According to Jason S., many entrepreneurs need to unlearn the willingness to do everything themselves.
Are you in need of a pivot and are afraid to take the first step? Coach Jason may be able to help. Check out the links below to learn more about how we help leaders everywhere soar to their highest potential.
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.jasonshen.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasonshen
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jasonshen
Monday Oct 16, 2023
Monday Oct 16, 2023
Do you find problem solving to be an uncomfortable process, or do you thrive in the action?
Welcome back! This week, Coach Jason is flying solo to share the 5-Step Problem-Solving Process he uses to make decisions in life and in business. As an Air Force commander in Iraq, and as a leader in the C-Suite, this framework has served him for decades. Today, Coach Jason distills his secrets into a simple, actionable framework you can start using today. Big takeaways from this episode:
Every problem in life can be boiled down to one of eight categories. Jason talks about understanding the root cause of the problem before taking action… and why lesser leaders are afraid to do either!
Jason relates a story of leadership during crisis, and walks you through how he dealt with a tense situation.
When a crisis breaks out, how do good leaders keep their cool? We break it down.
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
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Today's guest is sharing a great resource with all Soar Higher Listeners! Check out Jeff Bartsch's free strategic storytelling checklist here: https://www.storygreenlight.com/soarhigher/
Jeff Bartsch learned to play the piano at age 5. He learned Mozart and Bach, and practiced until he could hit every note. But it wasn’t until he got older that Jeff realized the notes weren’t as important as the story they told.
Welcome back! This week, we are joined by Story Greenlight’s Jeff Bartsch, a consultant, creator, and storyteller with experience in Hollywood. Jeff joins us to share the power of strategic storytelling, and to encourage you to always (always!) tell your story to create a living brand. If you have ever felt that you lacked the kind of story that would elevate your brand, Jeff says differently; a story does not need to be epic, but it does need to be effective. In this show, we talk about how to make that happen:
If you understand why your story matters, then telling it gets a whole lot easier. Why do you do what you do?
Jason breaks down a story from his late Uncle Jim, considered by the family to be a master storyteller. If you’re ever wondered why some storytellers are so captivating, Jeff reveals the secrets to an effective story.
What is the difference between a great story and forgettable content? We help make the the distinction.
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
Free Resources!: storygreenlight.com/soarhigher
Connect with Jeff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-bartsch-0265934/
Podcast: https://www.storygreenlight.com/podcast/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=guesting+welcome&utm_campaign=marketing+mistakes
Website: https://www.storygreenlight.com/
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Discover the key to thriving in the competitive business landscape! This week, Coach Jason is joined by fellow veteran and renowned angel investor Jeb Jarrell to unveil the secrets to securing angel funding and avoiding the 72% business failure rate.
Explore the critical differences between Venture Capital and Private Equity, and learn how to mitigate risk while investing in your business growth. Find out if angel funding is the right fit for your entrepreneurial journey, and gain valuable insights into what investors truly expect when they invest in your business.
With actionable tips and Jeb's top resources for entrepreneurs, this episode is your guide to navigating the world of angel funding successfully. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your business to the next level and ensure financial security. Tune in now and soar towards your business dreams!
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.plentifulwealth.com/
Angel Network: https://www.render.capital/angel-network
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jebjarrell/
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Jeff Russell is a rule follower… but he always knew he never quite fit into the corporate ladder. So, when he was laid off, he traded the politics of corporate America for the frontier of entrepreneurship… and he hasn’t looked back.
Now, twenty years later, Jeff has founded several companies, become a best-selling author and an in-demand speaker, and helped thousands of other leaders start businesses. In this episode, mild-mannered maverick Jeff Russell tells Jason his story, from discovering that he wasn’t a very good employee to realizing he was a very effective leader, and what it’s all taught him:
Looking for easy advice you can start applying today? Jeff says follow the easy money: when you begin your business, try starting with the easiest available route, then specialize from there. This will help you get a sense of what possibilities (and expectations) come with working directly for clients.
Jeff didn’t do it alone. Nobody does. Jeff has consulted, trained, and studied with coaches of all kinds for decades. Who is helping you Soar Higher in your endeavors?
Just because you’re good at something doesn’t mean you should be doing it. When you run a business, sometimes you have to take off the specialist hat and be, as Jeff puts it, “the dumbest person in the room.” Lead on, and let the specialists inform your decisions.
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.fireyourselffirst.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejeffrussell/
Monday Sep 18, 2023
Monday Sep 18, 2023
If Steph Curry considered basketball a numbers game, he never would’ve made it off the bench. According to Jeremy Miner, sales is (or, should be, at least) a skills game. Jeremy estimates that high-pressure tactics account for nearly three quarters of all sales, and he has dedicated himself to helping tip the scales back towards effective, emotional strategies.
Welcome back! This week, Soar Higher cruises into the realm of behavioral science, emotional intelligence, and much, much more. Jeremy takes us through the science - not the motivation, but the science - of how to prospect. In this conversation, we explore:
Are you hooked on hopium? Jeremy talks about taking action.
Jeremy explains neuro-emotional persuasion questions, and how to utilize them in your business.
The science speaks: hard-selling is scientifically proven to make you worse at persuasion. Jeremy explains all three sales methods and which one you should be doing.
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
Get started with Jeremy: Salesrevolution.pro
Website: https://7thlevelhq.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JeremyLeeMiner/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyleeminer/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/7thlevelhq/
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Franchising can be a comfortable off-ramp from the corporate hustle… or it can be an expensive nightmare. According to expert Bob Bernotas, many are simply not cut out for the franchise game. But, for those that are, franchising opens up a world of possibilities.
In this episode, Jason and Bob explore the larger world of franchising: what does it entail? How much work is involved? And is it really as easy as Chic Fil-A makes it look? Takeaways include:
Bob describes how franchising actually works: we explain the 3 types of franchising and how to find the right one for your talents.
Is franchising right for you? Bob lays out the ups and downs of going down the rabbit hole.
"Where do I start?" Don't worry, Bob explains the first steps.
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://franchisewithbob.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-bernotas/
Free consultation: https://bookings.franchisewithbob.com/#/customer/franchiseoverview
Monday Sep 04, 2023
Monday Sep 04, 2023
Have you noticed that work has become more personal? Employee expectations for work culture, work-life-balance, and... well, everything really, have been turned upside down in recent years. What does this mean, and is bringing faith into the workplace the sign of a healthier organization?
Welcome back! This week, we are joined by two returning guests, Alex Sezer Jr. and Marcy Young. They are proudly Christian and believe that their faith is intrinsic to what makes their businesses work. Together with Jason, the three dive into a topic that was previously taboo: faith-based workplaces.
What does it mean to “bring the whole person to work?” According to today’s guests, the pandemic had a profound impact on what we want from our jobs.
What if employees or clients disagree? Alex and Marcy share how they SHOW the positives of their beliefs.
Could remaining silent on the issue be hurting your organization? We weigh in on why it's sometimes not enough to "keep it to yourself."
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 - Alex
Alex's Website: https://www.alexsezer.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/alexsezerjr/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-sezer-b313337b/
Guest Links - Marcy
Website: YourHRAlliance.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcy-young-phr-57134722/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/yourhralliance
Email: Marcy@yourhralliance.com
Phone: 502-689-6009