reVisionary

The last post here I noted that 2020 had been the strangest year of my life, well in case there wasn't the perfect way to encapsulate it, how about with the fact that I never hit publish on the podcast in December! (And that's not even touching on what's happening in the world of politics in the US this week. The terrorism in DC has been awful to watch as an outsider, I can only imagine what it's like on the inside. I'm thinking of all of my American friends and I'm her...e for you). So here I am, at the start of 2021, actually publishing my reflections on 2020 and plans and thoughts for 2021 in podcast form. I totally get that many of us have different priorities this week, but if you get a chance, I'd love it if you give it a listen and let me know what you think of some of the ideas I share about format, guests, etc. I'm always interested in feedback as I want to make this as valuable as possible for my listeners. And, as always, if you know anyone who would be a good fit for the show, please tag them in this post. Here's to moving forward in 2021.

I feel like I’ve said this a dozen times this year, but 2020 has officially been the strangest year of my life. I’m so grateful to those of you who have listened to the podcast this year, I’m thankful for the incredible guests I’ve had on the show, as well as for everything I’ve learned as a result of putting together this conversation series. This week’s episode is a bit different than usual, and I hope you enjoy the format. For the last episode of the year, I wanted to rea...lly focus on reviewing some of the things I learned from the conversations on this podcast, setting the stage for what’s to come in 2021, and explaining a bit more about the origin of the idea for Leading Through Crisis. There are a few factors that I believe have really enabled the leaders who have made it through the year successfully. I talk about some of those things in this podcast, and reflect on the conversations I’ve had with my guests around those topics. One of the biggest takeaways from the year for me is that we really can’t overemphasize the importance of putting people first. Whether you’re a small business or a large organization, when you show your people they matter, anything is possible. I am committed to continuing to evangelize this idea in the work that I do and the conversations I have because I think it matters now, more than ever. While there are already many great conversations planned for next year, I welcome your feedback and suggestions about what you’d like to see more or less of or who you’d like for me to speak with, and would love for you to reach out with your thoughts.

My guest this week on Leading through Crisis, is an international best-selling author, host of the #1 podcast for thought leaders, the creator of the Thought Leader/Heart LeaderTM Designation and co-founder of eCircle Academy, Nicky Billou. He has helped dozens of business owners, coaches and consultants become esteemed thought leaders and expand their business by six to eight figures a year. Nicky has studied business growth and ethical persuasion for decades. He spent t...he last 20 years learning the mindset of a champion. At eCircle Academy, he runs a yearlong Mastermind & Educational program working with coaches, consultants, corporate trainers, clinic owners, realtors, mortgage brokers and other service-based entrepreneurs. His No.1 international best-selling books are Finish Line ThinkingTM: How to Think and Win Like a Champion, and The Thought Leader’s Journey: A Fable of Life. He is an in-demand and highly inspirational speaker to corporate audiences, such as RBC, Lululemon, Royal LePage and TorStar Media. On The Thought Leader Revolution podcast Nicky has interviewed over 200 of the world’s top Thought Leaders, including astronaut Chris Hadfield; George Ross of the Hit TV Series The Apprentice; Barbara Corcoran from Shark Tank; supermodel and business mogul Kathy Ireland and many others. In this episode, we talked about the importance of growth and the capacity to lead yourself in times of crisis or change before you can lead other people. Nicky says that in order for you to lead yourself, you have to be open to growing. Right now, we’re going through this craziness and everyone of us needs to be thinking about growth, he says. Challenging yourself by reading more books, taking courses and hanging out with people who can sharpen you are some of the things he suggests. Love is the reason why we are here, he says, adding that love may not only be romantic but also love of life or love of going through a journey. He also underscores the importance of contributing to a community, saying If we’re not here to give to other people, then why are we here? He adds that by helping others, you’re going to grow as a person and become bigger than your problems or a crisis. Nicky also shares about the importance of freedom and free enterprise to your business success, as well as how to position yourself as a thought leader so that clients come to you. If you are interested in thought leadership for your company or career advancement, and you want to learn how to win in business and in life, this episode is for you! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicky.billou

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