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The Leadership SparqGetting Ready For Next Year (Strategically Speaking)In this episode, we share a strategic framework we use at Wildsparq to help us get ready for the next year.
2025-11-1704 minThe Leadership SparqAn Easy Way To Get Insights That Unlocks Your LeadershipIn this episode, we share a strategy we have at Wildsparq that could unlock your leadership impact.
2025-08-2104 minThe Leadership SparqUGA Football Models Wildsparq! Their Invisible Secret WeaponIn this episode, we talk about how implementing skull sessions changed the UGA football program. What's a skull session? Listen in to find out.
2025-08-0805 minThe Leadership SparqEveryone On Your Team Needs Encouragement! Don't Hold BackIn this episode, we discuss the power of encouragement and how everyone on your team needs it consistently. We share one way we protect encouragement at Wildsparq and encourage you to create your own system for encouragement.
2025-04-1705 minThe Leadership SparqLeader, You Set The Standard!In this episode, we discuss how the accountability for setting the standard lands 100% on the leader. Assuming your team "gets it" is a risky approach, so listen in to learn how we do this at Wildsparq. We even share some of the standards we have for how our teams engage each other.
2024-06-2505 minThe Leadership SparqEveryone On Your Team Needs Encouragement! Don't Hold BackIn this episode, we discuss the power of encouragement and how everyone on your team needs it consistently. We share one way we protect encouragement at Wildsparq and encourage you to create your own system for encouragement.
2024-04-0205 minThe Leadership SparqNeed A Leadership Management System? Steal Ours!!In this episode, we share our Wildsparq leadership management system. Every leader needs a system to sustain momentum. If you don't have one, listen in and steal ours!
2024-01-0904 minThe Leadership SparqPlanning Next Year's Strategy...Or Next Week's!In this episode, we share a strategy framework we use at Wildsparq that we use to plan our years, quarters, weeks, etc. You can use this as you think about planning your next year.
2023-11-1604 minThe Leadership SparqWant To Give Effective Feedback? Celebrate, Champion & ChallengeIn this episode, we introduce a feedback model we use at Wildsparq - The Celebrate, Champion, Challenge feedback model.
2023-09-1204 minThe Leadership SparqDo you know your team's career dreams? In this episode, we introduce a practice we do at Wildsparq called Dream Sessions. These are conversations we have with everyone to better understand their career and life aspirations and ensure we are aligned on the journey.
2023-09-0605 minThe Leadership Sparq360° Leadership DevelopmentIn this episode, we introduce one of our Wildsparq core values and why it's important for a leader to focus on 360° Leadership Development within their organization.
2023-08-2904 minThe Leadership SparqThe Sigmoid Curve - How to Keep InventingIn this episode, we introduce the Sigmoid Curve and practical ways you can drive sustained success on your team.
2023-08-2505 minThe Leadership SparqWhat To Do When You Don't Know What To DoFirst time manager? Don't know what to do? We got you! In this episode, we give you one thing you should do when you don't know what to do.
2023-08-2405 minThe Leadership SparqHow to Delegate as a LeaderIn this episode, we tackle the topic of delegation. Delegation is a critical skill leaders need to develop but often struggle to know how. In this episode, we talk about where delegation starts and how you can implement a system to make you a great delegator.
2023-08-2305 minThe Leadership SparqWhere Vision Goes To DieIn this episode, we talk about the place in an organization where vision goes to die. As the leader, you can prevent this and actually activate the vision to action on your team.
2023-08-2204 minThe Leadership SparqHow to Maximize Your Team's Time OffIn this episode, we talk about ways you can maximize your team's time off so they feel they can actually take time off. Listen in for tips on how to lead your team in a way personal time off it truly personal time off (not work on your time off!)
2023-08-2105 minThe Leadership SparqTwo Dates Every Leader Should Never ForgetIn today's episode, we introduce two dates every leader should never forget. Tune in to make sure you're not forgetting these!
2023-08-1803 minThe Leadership SparqThe Power of AffirmationsIn this episode, we talk about how creating space where affirmations happen often can elevate the engagement and performance of your team. It's free but has a HUGE return on investment.
2023-08-1705 minThe Leadership SparqFeel Stressed as a Leader? We Got You!In this episode, we talk about a practical way you can leverage gratitude to attack the stress you feel as a leader. Listen for pragmatic ways you can activate this idea to action. It's hard to be stressed when you reflect on how much you are blessed.
2023-08-1603 minThe Leadership SparqUGA Football Skull SessionsIn this episode, we talk about how implementing skull sessions changed the UGA football program. What's a skull session? Listen in to find out.
2023-08-1505 minThe Leadership SparqKirby Smart and the Cost of LeadershipIn this episode, we discuss great leadership content we recently heard from Kirby Smart, the University of Georgia head football coach. Whether you're a Bulldog or not, the leadership principles will challenge you to be a better leader.
2023-08-1405 minThe Leadership Sparq15 Leadership Lessons from the New Zealand All Blacks: Part 5In this episode, we wrap up our focus on the 15 leadership lessons learned from the New Zealand All Blacks. Today we cover the final three lessons.
2023-08-1105 minThe Leadership Sparq15 Leadership Lessons from the New Zealand All Blacks: Part 4In this episode, we unpack lessons 10-12 of the 15 leadership lessons learned from the New Zealand All Blacks.
2023-08-1004 minThe Leadership Sparq15 Leadership Lessons from the New Zealand All Blacks: Part 3In this episode, we cover lessons 7-9 of the 15 leadership lessons we learned from the New Zealand All Blacks.
2023-08-0904 minThe Leadership Sparq15 Leadership Lessons from the New Zealand All Blacks: Part 2In this episode, we continue our conversation about the 15 leadership lessons we learned from the New Zealand All Blacks. We unpack 4-6 today.
2023-08-0804 minThe Leadership Sparq15 Leadership Lessons from the New Zealand All Blacks: Part 1In this episode, we kickoff a conversation about the 15 leadership lessons we can learn from the New Zealand All Blacks rugby team. These lessons come from James Kerr's book Legacy and today we'll cover lessons 1-3.
2023-08-0705 minThe Leadership SparqHow to Make Meetings BetterEver been to a bad meeting? Silly question, right? Today we provide two pragmatic things every meeting needs. You should include these in all your meetings and require those creating meetings to include these in all their meetings.
2023-08-0403 minThe Leadership SparqThe Anatomy of Trust: Part 3In this episode, we wrap up our conversation about what trust is and why it's important for a leader to cultivate trust on their team. Today we provide pragmatic tips for leaders to implement to help build intent, ability and execution.
2023-08-0305 min
Multifamily Collective PodcastJosh Swing | Wildsparq | Collective ConversationsIn this episode of CollectiveConversations, I sit down with Josh Swing, a respected expert in the leadership development industry, to discuss the importance of leadership development. We explore various aspects of the topic, sharing valuable insights, personal experiences, and actionable strategies to help you thrive in business and life.
Drawing from a recent article published on the @wildsparq blog, we take a deep dive into the following key discussion points:
1. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT INCREASES RETENTION
2. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT INCREASES COMPANY CULTURE
3. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT INCREASES ENGAGEMENT
Based on their extensive leadership knowledge and expertise, we share practical tips and advice throughout the co...
2023-08-0251 minThe Leadership SparqThe Anatomy of Trust: Part 2In today's episode, we continue our conversation about trust and introduce what "low trust" and "high trust" teams look like. Tune in to learn characteristics of low and high trust teams.
2023-08-0203 minThe Leadership SparqThe Anatomy of Trust: Part 1In this episode, we start a conversation about trust and why it's important for a leader to ensure this is cultivated on teams.
2023-08-0104 minThe Leadership SparqThe Imposter Syndrome: Part Three - Replace & ReframeIn this episode, we share two practical tips you can use to fight against the Imposter Syndrome.
2023-07-3105 minThe Leadership SparqThe Imposter Syndrome: Part Two - What is the Imposter Syndrome?In this episode, we define the Imposter Syndrome and share examples of what it could like in your life as a leader.
2023-07-2805 minThe Leadership SparqThe Imposter Syndrome: Part 1 - The Story You Tell YourselfIn this episode, we kick off a short series focused on the Imposter Syndrome. As a leader, the most important story you tell is the story you tell yourself. Tune in to understand why.
2023-07-2704 minThe Leadership SparqWhat Mr. Miyagi Teaches Us About Leadership: Part 2In this episode, we continue talking about what Mr. Miyagi teaches us about leadership. We dive into the Bonsai trees Mr. Miyagi famously prunes as you watch The Karate Kid. Enjoy part two of this series.
2023-07-2604 minThe Leadership SparqWhat Mr. Miyagi Teaches Us About Leadership: Part 1Remember Mr. Miyagi? Wax on, wax off? Yes, that Mr. Miyagi! In this episode, we introduce a leadership lesson we learned watching Mr. Miyagi mentor Daniel.
2023-07-2504 minThe Leadership SparqTwo Questions Every Leader Should Ask FrequentlyIn this episode, we introduce two questions you should consistently ask as a leader. Asking these questions might sound simple, but what you do with the answers could elevate your leadership impact.
2023-07-2403 minThe Leadership SparqWe Are All ContagiousNo, this is not a COVID 19 podcast! In this episode, we talk about how we are contagious as leaders. What was pass on to others is our choice - be a germ or be Vitamin C.
2023-07-2105 minThe Leadership SparqWho is the Leader Behind You?In this episode, we talk about the importance of investing in the leader behind you. We call this successional leadership and hope to inspire you to identify and invest in the leader behind YOU!
2023-07-2005 minThe Leadership SparqHow to Choose a Growth MindsetIn this episode, we unpack why it's important for a leader to choose to have a growth mindset.
2023-07-1905 minThe Leadership SparqLeaders are Learners. Are you learning?In this episode, we double-down on the need for leaders to choose to invest in themselves as learners. The best leaders are always learners.
2023-07-1803 minThe Leadership SparqBuild a Culture People Never Want to LeaveIn this episode, we talk about how to build a culture people on your team never want to leave. Regardless of the overall health of your organization, you can be a leader who build this type of culture for those around you.
2023-07-1704 minThe Leadership SparqDon't Derail Your Team's InnovationIn this episode, we unpack ways a leader could accidentally derail their team's innovation and share tips on how to prevent this from happening on your team.
2023-07-1405 minThe Leadership SparqTwo Words Every Leader Should MasterEvery leader should learn to master two words. In this episode, we introduce these two words and provide a practical way to make this actionable today.
2023-07-1303 minThe Leadership SparqWe Can Go Further, Faster Together!In this episode, we talk about how Belgian Draft Horses teach us the power of going further together.
2023-07-1203 minThe Leadership SparqWho Says You Are A Leader?In this episode, we answer the question, "Who says you are a leader?". How would you answer that question?
2023-07-1105 minThe Leadership SparqListening...Who's on your Top 5 list?In this episode, we talk about the power of being a great listener and ask a question that will get your thinking about your top 5 listener list.
2023-07-1002 minThe Leadership SparqHow to Lead Gen ZIn this episode, we talk about leading Gen Z and provide some tips about how to engage this generation in a way that brings out their best.
2023-07-0705 minThe Leadership SparqAre you Swen Nater? The Ideal Team PlayerWho’s Swen Nater? Great question! In this episode, we introduce you to Swen Nater and talk about why he was an ideal team player.
2023-07-0605 minThe Leadership SparqAttributes of the Ideal Team Player In this episode, we talk about the three attributes of an ideal team player from Patrck Lencioni’s book The Ideal Team Player. Do you know the ideal team player attributes you want in people on your team?
2023-07-0505 minThe Leadership SparqA Sign You Have a Bad BossIn this episode, we talk about a recent research study that uncovered one trait that will make you a bad boss. This is one behavior you want to stay away from if you want to be a great leader.
2023-07-0303 minThe Leadership SparqThree Questions Everyone Should Ask Their BossIn this episode, we introduce three questions every leader should ask their boss to set themselves and their team up for success.
2023-06-3005 minThe Leadership SparqTough Conversations Part TwoIn this episode, we continue our conversation about how to approach having tough conversations. We’ll unpack two additional ways to think about preparing for your next tough conversation.
2023-06-2903 minThe Leadership SparqTough Conversations Part OneIn this episode, we tackle the topic on every leader’s mind - how to have a tough conversation. We will introduce four questions you can ask that will help you prepare for your next tough conversation.
2023-06-2805 minThe Leadership SparqThe Leader and VulnerabilityBrene Brown says “leadership - vulnerability = disengagement.” Wow! No leader wants a disengaged team. In this episode, we talk about why vulnerability is important for a leader and provide practical ways you can put it into practice today.
2023-06-2704 minThe Leadership Sparq2 Fundamental Things Your Team Needs From YouWe talk about the two fundamental things your team needs from you, their leader. If either of these two are missing, you’ll have an uphill climb as a leader.
2023-06-2604 minThe Leadership SparqMaking Communication StickIn this episode, we unpack five practical steps you can take today to make your next communication stick.
2023-06-2304 minThe Leadership SparqThe Power of Storytelling in Work CommunicationHere’s a sobering fact for leaders— your people forget most of what you say! In this episode, we unpack the importance of using story when communicating and how using story will help you communicate in a way that moves people.
2023-06-2205 minThe Leadership SparqHow to Master the 4 C's of CommunicationWe introduce the 4 C’s of communication. Implementing the 4 C’s will help you communicate in a way that moves people to action.
2023-06-2103 minThe Leadership SparqHow to Have the Best Employee RecognitionWe talk about the one thing people on your team will never forget. They will most likely forget a lot, but this one thing will be remembered forever.
2023-06-2003 minThe Leadership SparqWhy You Should Be Interested Over InterestingImplementing this one idea might radically change your leadership impact. In this episode, we talk about the need for leaders to be interested over interesting.
2023-06-1904 minThe Leadership SparqThe Importance of the Say-Do RatioWe talk about the say/do ratio for leaders and how many leaders get derailed because this ratio gets out of whack.
2023-06-1603 minThe Leadership SparqThe #1 Communication KillerThis one thing might be killing your communication effectiveness. In this episode, we introduce the #1 communication killer and share ideas on how to minimize its impact.
2023-06-1504 minThe Leadership SparqHow To Be So Good You Can't Be IgnoredIn this episode, we introduce four actions you can take today that will make you so good you can’t be ignored.
2023-06-1405 minThe Leadership SparqMore YodaWe introduce the idea that your team needs you to be more like Yoda and less like Superman. Yes, your team needs more Yoda (but not baby Yoda).
2023-06-1304 minThe Leadership SparqThe "Who" Not "What" LeaderWe talk about why “who” you are as a leader is more important than “what” you do. People will follow your “who.”
2023-06-1204 minThe Leadership SparqLeaders, Caring is Not Optional!Caring is not optional as a leader. It’s a non-negotiable. In this episode, we talk about why caring is not optional and introduce the CARE acronym to help you put caring into action.
2023-06-0905 minThe Leadership SparqWhat's Your Leadership "Why?"Is your leadership “why” compelling enough to get you through the hard times as a leader? We unpack this idea in this episode and share insights into our leadership “why.”
2023-06-0805 minThe Leadership Sparq5 Pillars of Extraordinary Teams: Part 5 - Harness the Brilliance of Everyone in the RoomWe wrap up unpacking the five pillars of extraordinary teams by discussing the need for leaders to harness the brilliance of everyone in the room.
2023-06-0704 minThe Leadership Sparq5 Pillars of Extraordinary Teams: Part 4 - Turn Excellence Into a HabitIs excellence a habit on your team? Does your team know what excellence looks like? In this episode, we talk about the next pillar of extraordinary teams and unpack why you need to turn excellence into a habit and not just a value.
2023-06-0605 minThe Leadership Sparq5 Pillars of Extraordinary Teams: Part 3 - Pursue Healthy ConflictWe continue to unpack the five pillars of extraordinary teams. Today we focus on the need to create an environment where teammates pursue healthy conflict. No, that’s not a typo. You need to PURSUE healthy conflict.
2023-06-0504 minThe Leadership Sparq5 Pillars of Extraordinary Teams: Part 2 - Commit to a Common GoalWe continue to unpack the five pillars of extraordinary teams. Today we focus on the need to get your team to commit to a common goal.
2023-06-0203 min
Wake Up and Lead#69 - Hampton's 3-Year Work Anniversary @ Wildsparq // What I learned (Bonus)Today, June 1 of 2023, marks 3 years of me working at Wildsparq.
I chose to make this episode to share 10 things that I've learned while thanking some people along the way.
2023-06-0110 minThe Leadership Sparq5 Pillars of Extraordinary Teams: Part 2 - Develop Authentic RelationshipsWe start unpacking the five pillars of extraordinary teams by focusing on the need to develop authentic relationships. This is the starting point of all extraordinary teams.
2023-06-0103 minThe Leadership Sparq5 Pillars of Extraordinary Teams: Part 1 - The IntroNo leader sets out with the ambition to build an ordinary team. We all want to be part of something EXTRAOrdinary. In this episode we introduce why building an extraordinary team is important and the five pillars that will get you there.Download the overview of the 5 pillars: https://bit.ly/3q9WFnM
2023-05-3105 minThe Leadership SparqHow to Give Effective Feedback at WorkWe're tackling the big topic of feedback. We introduce the FAST Framework and how you can use this model to help you develop your feedback skills.Get the free feedback ebook: https://bit.ly/430TWvD
2023-05-3004 minThe Leadership SparqIs Your Work Culture by Default or Design?You never drift to your desired outcome, right? In this episode, we talk about the two results a leader always gets and how to be intentional to build a culture by design.
2023-05-2604 minThe Leadership Sparq3 Things A Leader Always ControlsWe don’t control much as leaders but we do control these three things. In this episode, we unpack the EAT acronym and how you can implement it as a leader.
2023-05-2503 minThe Leadership SparqHow to Lead Through ChangeChange is hard but leading change is the norm for all leaders. In this episode, we’ll introduce the Change Equation and the key ingredients you need to make your next change a raving success.
2023-05-2404 minThe Leadership SparqAre You Accidentally Diminishing Your Team?Leadership is ultimately about your impact on others. Are you aware of how others experience you? In this episode, we’ll introduce Liz Wiseman’s Accidental Diminisher idea and how to protect against accidentally diminishing those around you.Link to assessment: https://bit.ly/43ltnRELink to worksheet: https://bit.ly/3IALU4m
2023-05-2304 minThe Leadership SparqWhat to Do When Leading Something NewWe unpack a framework you can use when taking on something new. Whether you're a first time manager, taking on something new in your organization, or starting a new position in a new organization, these three steps will put you in a position to drive success.
2023-05-2204 minThe Leadership SparqAre Your Work Relationships Empty?It’s hard to influence those around you if your relationship bank account is empty. In this episode, we unpack this metaphor and why a leader’s #1 currency is relational currency.
2023-05-1904 minThe Leadership Sparq2 Actions Every Leader Needs To Take TodayMost leaders fail because they neglect one or both of these foundational actions. In this episode, we unpack these two “must dos” to help you maximize your leadership impact.
2023-05-1805 minThe Leadership SparqThe Fatal Leadership AssumptionWe introduce the fatal leadership assumption all leaders are tempted to make. This assumption can diminish your leadership influence, but there are ways you can avoid it.
2023-05-1704 minThe Leadership SparqHow to Build a Team Where the Best Idea WinsAre you creating a culture where the best idea can emerge and win? In this episode, we talk about what can happen on teams when no one cares who gets the credit.
2023-05-1603 minThe Leadership SparqMyth: Leadership is a PositionWe attack the myth that leadership is a position. We can often be tempted to think the leaders are those with a title. Nothing could be further from the truth and we unpack this idea in this episode.
2023-05-1505 minThe Leadership SparqWhere Does Accountability Start?We have a conversation about where accountability starts. If you want to have a team that is accountable and delivers the results you expect, then it all comes down to getting this starting point right.
2023-05-1202 minThe Leadership SparqWhat is a Leader's Kryptonite?We unpack two temptations that are a leader’s kryptonite. These are two results you want to avoid as a leader and need a plan in place to protect yourself from these two pitfalls.
2023-05-1105 minThe Leadership SparqWhy Knowing Your People’s Story is ImportantMr. Rogers says “There’s not person you can’t learn to love once you’ve heard their story.” In this episode, we unpack the power of story and why it’s important for you, the leader, to understand the personal stories of those you lead.
2023-05-1003 minThe Leadership SparqThree Words Every Leader Needs to Learn to SayWe tackle a common leadership myth every leader is tempted to buy into. We combat this myth by learning to say the three words introduced in this episode. Learn to say these three words and you’ll unlock the power of the people around you.
2023-05-0902 minThe Leadership SparqTwo Questions Every Leader Should Ask ThemselvesWe introduce and unpack two questions every leader should themselves. These two questions might just rock your world but you’ll be a better leader as a result. Take the challenge. Ask yourself these two questions.
2023-05-0804 minThe Leadership SparqA Leader’s Most Powerful ToolWe introduce the most powerful tool in a leader’s toolbox. If you commit to using this tool every week, you’ll see immediate impact on your leadership impact and the performance of those around you.Download our free ebook on leading one-on-one meetings: https://bit.ly/3VcmJdz
2023-05-0505 minThe Leadership SparqWhat Math Teaches Us About Leadership: Part 3We wrap up our conversation about what elementary math teaches us about leadership by unpacking the third and final step in the leadership Order of Operations — Deliver Business Results.
2023-05-0404 minThe Leadership SparqWhat Math Teaches Us About Leadership: Part 2We unpack Step 2 in the leadership "Order of Operations" — Develop Your Team. When learning to do math in elementary school, you learned the importance of the Order of Operations. If you want the right answer, you solve the math problem in the right order. The same is true in leadership.
2023-05-0304 min
The Leadership SparqWhat Math Teaches Us About Leadership: Part 1When learning math in elementary school, you learned "Order of Operations." If you want the right answer, you solve the math problem in the right order. The same is true in leadership. If you want to be a great leader, you follow the leadership order of operations. In this episode, we unpack this idea and talk about the first step in the leadership order of operations.
2023-05-0205 minThe Leadership SparqWhat Every Leader DeservesEvery person showing up for work today deserves a great leader. In this episode, we spotlight that truth but also unpack what every leader deserves so they are equipped for greatness.
2023-05-0105 min
Evoke Greatness PodcastCord Sachs: CEO and Chief Inspiration Officer for Fireseeds & WildsparqSend us a textCord is a purpose drive, servant hearted leader who has woven a philosophy of "board room to family room" within his companies. With an incredibly high caliber team it is clear that his leadership and the culture he has crafted are why they are where they are and love what they do. In this episode, he shares:· The point in his life when he began focusing on cultivating a deep sense of community and culture.· Some of the powerful lessons he learned from his mentors along the way....
2023-02-1758 min
Evoke Greatness PodcastHampton Dortch: LinkedIn Maven and Emerging Wildsparq LeaderSend us a textAt only 24 years old, Hampton Dortch is an impressive young man making big waves in the world. Sales people, I hope you are paying close attention. There is a mantra for you to repeat daily in this episode. If not, you're going to get your lunch eaten.In this episode, Hampton shares:The most valuable lessons that his parents instilled in him growing up.How leading in college as Sigma Chi Fraternity President began laying the pavers for leading in life.The story of how he went all in on...
2022-08-1242 min
The 20% Podcast with Tyler MeckesCoffee Chats Episode 1: Hampton Dortch, AE @ WildsparqWelcome to The First Episode of Coffee Chats! In this series, I will be interviewing the top individual contributors across the entire sales world to share their stories, and discuss current trends in their role and industry, all in 30 minutes or less.
This week’s guest is Hampton Dortch. Hampton is currently an Account Executive at Wildsparq. In this episode, we discussed:
Failure and Hard Times Mould You
Develop Your Skills, Whether You’re Paid or Not
Leadership in “Non-Leader” Roles
Shifting From A Fixed to Growth Mindset
Why Lead Before You Are A Leader
Be Interest...
2022-07-2128 min