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Hanratty’s Huddle!Hanratty’s Huddle!HANRATTY'S HUDDLE 6.26.25Terry, Dave, and Rob are on the road this week, from Dave's Class at CT State Norwalk!2025-06-2637 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Leadership MentoringsummaryIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the transformative power of mentoring in leadership. He shares a poignant story about a cafeteria worker, Denise, who mentored a struggling student, Maria, helping her realize her potential and achieve her dream of becoming a nurse. The conversation emphasizes that mentoring is about investing in others, building confidence, and fostering relationships rather than merely providing advice. Rob outlines key habits for effective mentoring, encouraging leaders to notice potential in others, ask insightful questions, and maintain consistent support.takeaways...2025-06-2409 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Leadership CoachingsummaryIn this micro-podcast, Rob Adams discusses the transformative power of coaching in leadership. He emphasizes that coaching is not about fixing people but unlocking their potential and fostering growth. Through the story of Coach Taylor and Eli, he illustrates how trust and presence can lead to significant change. Adams distinguishes coaching from managing, highlighting the importance of intentionality and empathy in coaching practices. He shares practical habits for effective coaching and underscores the human element of coaching and mentoring in developing future leaders.takeawaysCoaching is about...2025-06-2111 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Leadership CoachingsummaryIn this micro-podcast, Rob Adams discusses the transformative power of coaching in leadership. He emphasizes that coaching is not about fixing people but unlocking their potential and fostering growth. Through the story of Coach Taylor and Eli, he illustrates how trust and presence can lead to significant change. Adams distinguishes coaching from managing, highlighting the importance of intentionality and empathy in coaching practices. He shares practical habits for effective coaching and underscores the human element of coaching and mentoring in developing future leaders.takeawaysCoaching is about...2025-06-2111 minHanratty’s Huddle!Hanratty’s Huddle!HANRATTY'S HUDDLE 6.12.25Terry and Dave catch up on sports while Rob is "on vacation" (or working feverishly elsewhere).2025-06-1425 minHanratty’s Huddle!Hanratty’s Huddle!HANRATTY'S HUDDLE 6.5.25Terry, Rob, and Dave are talking Thibs and other sports items of the day in their weekly smorgasbord of topics.2025-06-0526 minHanratty’s Huddle!Hanratty’s Huddle!HANRATTYS HUDDLE 5.22.25Terry, Rob, and Dave are talking hoops, football, baseball, and NORM!2025-05-2330 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 22 - Leadership DisciplinesummaryIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams explores the transformative power of discipline in leadership. He emphasizes that true discipline is not about rigid control but about mastering oneself to lead others effectively. Through the inspiring example of Serena Williams, he illustrates how discipline can drive success in various fields, including business and advocacy. The episode concludes with practical strategies for building sustainable discipline, encouraging leaders to create systems that support their priorities and foster accountability.takeawaysDiscipline is often misunderstood as rigid control...2025-05-2008 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 22 - Leadership DisciplinesummaryIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams explores the transformative power of discipline in leadership. He emphasizes that true discipline is not about rigid control but about mastering oneself to lead others effectively. Through the inspiring example of Serena Williams, he illustrates how discipline can drive success in various fields, including business and advocacy. The episode concludes with practical strategies for building sustainable discipline, encouraging leaders to create systems that support their priorities and foster accountability.takeawaysDiscipline is often misunderstood as rigid control...2025-05-2008 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 21 - Leadership ReflectionsummaryIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams delves into the transformative power of reflection in leadership. He emphasizes that reflection is not merely looking back but involves deep analysis and insight extraction that can significantly enhance decision-making and leadership effectiveness. Through historical examples, particularly Abraham Lincoln's reflective practices during the Civil War, Adams illustrates how structured reflection can lead to strategic insights and improved leadership outcomes. He also provides practical frameworks for incorporating reflection into daily leadership practices, highlighting the importance of creating rituals, engaging in triple-loop reflection...2025-05-1308 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 21 - Leadership ReflectionsummaryIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams delves into the transformative power of reflection in leadership. He emphasizes that reflection is not merely looking back but involves deep analysis and insight extraction that can significantly enhance decision-making and leadership effectiveness. Through historical examples, particularly Abraham Lincoln's reflective practices during the Civil War, Adams illustrates how structured reflection can lead to strategic insights and improved leadership outcomes. He also provides practical frameworks for incorporating reflection into daily leadership practices, highlighting the importance of creating rituals, engaging in triple-loop reflection...2025-05-1308 minHanratty’s Huddle!Hanratty’s Huddle!HANRATTYS HUDDLE 5.8.25Terry, Rob, and Dave step up to the smorgasbord of sports for a roundtable of topics. Yes, the name "Shadeur Sanders" is included.2025-05-0825 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 19 - Leadership AuthenticitysummaryIn this episode of the Micro Podcast, Rob Adams explores the transformative power of authentic leadership. He emphasizes that authenticity is not about perfection but about genuine self-awareness and transparent humanity. Through the story of Howard Schultz at Starbucks, he illustrates how authentic leadership fosters trust and innovation. The episode also presents practical strategies for cultivating authenticity in leadership, including creating authenticity anchors, developing a personal leadership narrative, and building connections with team members. The episode concludes with an action challenge for listeners to practice authentic leadership in their own contexts.2025-04-2908 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 19 - Leadership AuthenticitysummaryIn this episode of the Micro Podcast, Rob Adams explores the transformative power of authentic leadership. He emphasizes that authenticity is not about perfection but about genuine self-awareness and transparent humanity. Through the story of Howard Schultz at Starbucks, he illustrates how authentic leadership fosters trust and innovation. The episode also presents practical strategies for cultivating authenticity in leadership, including creating authenticity anchors, developing a personal leadership narrative, and building connections with team members. The episode concludes with an action challenge for listeners to practice authentic leadership in their own contexts.2025-04-2908 minHanratty’s Huddle!Hanratty’s Huddle!HANRATTY'S HUDDLE 4.25.25Wait. A SECOND Show this week? Well, yeah! The draft was last night so Terry and Dave break it down (with Rob's blessing).2025-04-2625 minHanratty’s Huddle!Hanratty’s Huddle!HANRATTYS HUDDLE 4.24.25Terry, Rob, and Dave are joined by Tom Lemming for an interesting converstaion on what goes into his process of scouting and recruiting talent, the impact the current world of college football has on it, driving 50,000 miles a year, and being a movie star!2025-04-2428 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 18 - Leadership ListeningsummaryIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams delves into the transformative power of active listening as a critical leadership skill. He discusses how leaders can unlock potential and foster innovation through strategic listening, illustrated by Satya Nadella's approach at Microsoft. The episode also provides practical strategies for enhancing listening skills, emphasizing the importance of intention and creating spaces for deep understanding.takeawaysTrue listening goes far beyond hearing words.Active listening creates space for understanding and connection.Strategic listening is a powerful differentiator for...2025-04-2208 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 18 - Leadership ListeningsummaryIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams delves into the transformative power of active listening as a critical leadership skill. He discusses how leaders can unlock potential and foster innovation through strategic listening, illustrated by Satya Nadella's approach at Microsoft. The episode also provides practical strategies for enhancing listening skills, emphasizing the importance of intention and creating spaces for deep understanding.takeawaysTrue listening goes far beyond hearing words.Active listening creates space for understanding and connection.Strategic listening is a powerful differentiator for...2025-04-2208 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 17 - Leadership TrustIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams delves into the critical role of trust in leadership. He emphasizes that trust is not just a skill but the foundation of effective leadership, enabling vision, delegation, and influence. Through the example of Angela Merkel's leadership during crises, he illustrates how transparency and ethical decision-making foster public trust. The episode outlines strategies for building trust within teams and organizations, including practicing vulnerability, creating trust rituals, and systematic trust-building practices. Adams concludes with an action challenge for listeners to assess and strengthen trust in their leadership...2025-04-1509 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 17 - Leadership TrustIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams delves into the critical role of trust in leadership. He emphasizes that trust is not just a skill but the foundation of effective leadership, enabling vision, delegation, and influence. Through the example of Angela Merkel's leadership during crises, he illustrates how transparency and ethical decision-making foster public trust. The episode outlines strategies for building trust within teams and organizations, including practicing vulnerability, creating trust rituals, and systematic trust-building practices. Adams concludes with an action challenge for listeners to assess and strengthen trust in their leadership...2025-04-1509 minHanratty’s Huddle!Hanratty’s Huddle!HANRATTYS HUDDLE 4.10.25Dave, Rob, and Terry are early this week but they have a full slate of items to discuss!2025-04-1028 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 16 - Leadership EmpowermentIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams delves into the transformative practice of empowerment in leadership. He emphasizes that true empowerment goes beyond mere delegation; it involves creating an environment where individuals feel confident taking initiative and making decisions. Using Indira Newey at PepsiCo as an example, he illustrates how empowerment can lead to significant organizational transformation. The episode also outlines strategies for cultivating a culture of empowerment and provides actionable steps for leaders to implement in their teams.TakeawaysTrue empowerment goes far beyond simply...2025-04-0808 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 16 - Leadership EmpowermentIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams delves into the transformative practice of empowerment in leadership. He emphasizes that true empowerment goes beyond mere delegation; it involves creating an environment where individuals feel confident taking initiative and making decisions. Using Indira Newey at PepsiCo as an example, he illustrates how empowerment can lead to significant organizational transformation. The episode also outlines strategies for cultivating a culture of empowerment and provides actionable steps for leaders to implement in their teams.TakeawaysTrue empowerment goes far beyond simply...2025-04-0808 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 15 - Leadership DelegationIn this episode, Rob Adams delves into the critical leadership skill of delegation, emphasizing its importance in fostering team development and organizational success. Through the example of Howard Schultz at Starbucks, he illustrates how effective delegation can empower teams, enhance innovation, and create a culture of trust. The episode also provides practical strategies for improving delegation skills, highlighting the need for clear success parameters and building partnerships for mutual growth.TakeawaysDelegation is an art that involves identifying potential.Effective delegation fosters growth and builds a culture of trust...2025-04-0108 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 15 - Leadership DelegationIn this episode, Rob Adams delves into the critical leadership skill of delegation, emphasizing its importance in fostering team development and organizational success. Through the example of Howard Schultz at Starbucks, he illustrates how effective delegation can empower teams, enhance innovation, and create a culture of trust. The episode also provides practical strategies for improving delegation skills, highlighting the need for clear success parameters and building partnerships for mutual growth.TakeawaysDelegation is an art that involves identifying potential.Effective delegation fosters growth and builds a culture of trust...2025-04-0108 minHanratty’s Huddle!Hanratty’s Huddle!HANRATTYS HUDDLE 3.27.25Terry, Rob, and Dave talk transfer portal chaos, quarterback moves, college basketball, baseball's opening day, and even hockey! 2025-03-2731 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 14 - Leadership GratitudeIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the transformative power of gratitude in leadership. He emphasizes that gratitude is not merely about saying thank you but creating a culture where individuals feel valued and appreciated. Through the example of Alan Mulally, former CEO of Ford, he illustrates how intentional gratitude can lead to organizational success and employee satisfaction. The episode also highlights research showing that gratitude can significantly enhance team performance and offers practical strategies for leaders to integrate gratitude into their leadership style.TakeawaysGratitude is a powerful catalyst for building...2025-03-2508 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 14 - Leadership GratitudeIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the transformative power of gratitude in leadership. He emphasizes that gratitude is not merely about saying thank you but creating a culture where individuals feel valued and appreciated. Through the example of Alan Mulally, former CEO of Ford, he illustrates how intentional gratitude can lead to organizational success and employee satisfaction. The episode also highlights research showing that gratitude can significantly enhance team performance and offers practical strategies for leaders to integrate gratitude into their leadership style.TakeawaysGratitude is a powerful catalyst for building...2025-03-2508 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 13 - Leadership ConfidenceIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the foundational quality of effective leadership: confidence. He emphasizes that true confidence is not about arrogance but about trusting one's abilities while acknowledging limitations. The episode features the inspiring story of Ursula Burns, the first black woman to lead a Fortune 500 company, who exemplified confidence during her tenure at Xerox. Rob shares actionable steps for building authentic confidence, including preparation, openness to feedback, and learning from experiences. The episode concludes with a challenge for listeners to identify and overcome situations where a lack of confidence has held them back.2025-03-1808 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 13 - Leadership ConfidenceIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the foundational quality of effective leadership: confidence. He emphasizes that true confidence is not about arrogance but about trusting one's abilities while acknowledging limitations. The episode features the inspiring story of Ursula Burns, the first black woman to lead a Fortune 500 company, who exemplified confidence during her tenure at Xerox. Rob shares actionable steps for building authentic confidence, including preparation, openness to feedback, and learning from experiences. The episode concludes with a challenge for listeners to identify and overcome situations where a lack of confidence has held them back.2025-03-1808 minHanratty’s Huddle!Hanratty’s Huddle!HANRATTY'S HUDDLE 3.13.25In this episode, Rob gets an important question answered: Can Terry take over at QB for the Steelers? Plus Yankees injuries, college basketball, and other football concerns.2025-03-1327 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 12 - Leadership AdaptabilityIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams emphasizes the critical leadership skill of adaptability. He shares personal insights from his leadership journey and highlights the importance of flexibility in a rapidly changing world. Through the example of Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors, he illustrates how proactive adaptability can lead to innovation and success. The episode concludes with actionable strategies for leaders to enhance their adaptability and an action challenge to implement them in their leadership practice.TakeawaysAdaptability is the ability to adjust to change and uncertainty.Mary...2025-03-1110 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 12 - Leadership AdaptabilityIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams emphasizes the critical leadership skill of adaptability. He shares personal insights from his leadership journey and highlights the importance of flexibility in a rapidly changing world. Through the example of Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors, he illustrates how proactive adaptability can lead to innovation and success. The episode concludes with actionable strategies for leaders to enhance their adaptability and an action challenge to implement them in their leadership practice.TakeawaysAdaptability is the ability to adjust to change and uncertainty.Mary...2025-03-1110 minHanratty’s Huddle!Hanratty’s Huddle!HANRATTY'S HUDDLE 3.6.25Terry and -- wait, is that Rob? -- talk quarterbacks, baseball, Pete Rose, and lots more. And where's Dave?2025-03-0725 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 11 - Leadership CuriosityIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams explores the vital role of curiosity in effective leadership. He discusses how curiosity drives innovation, enhances decision-making, and strengthens relationships. Through the inspiring story of Sarah Blakely, founder of Spanx, he illustrates how questioning conventional wisdom can lead to groundbreaking ideas. The episode also provides practical tips for cultivating curiosity in leadership, emphasizing the importance of asking open-ended questions and embracing diverse perspectives. Adams concludes with an action challenge to approach organizational challenges with curiosity, reinforcing that curiosity is essential for growth and...2025-03-0406 minA Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!A Student of Leadership - Where Great Leaders are Made, One Habit at a Time!Episode 11 - Leadership CuriosityIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams explores the vital role of curiosity in effective leadership. He discusses how curiosity drives innovation, enhances decision-making, and strengthens relationships. Through the inspiring story of Sarah Blakely, founder of Spanx, he illustrates how questioning conventional wisdom can lead to groundbreaking ideas. The episode also provides practical tips for cultivating curiosity in leadership, emphasizing the importance of asking open-ended questions and embracing diverse perspectives. Adams concludes with an action challenge to approach organizational challenges with curiosity, reinforcing that curiosity is essential for growth and...2025-03-0406 min