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Vitamin Lead

By TJ Reid

Your healthy dose of leadership. Join this community of leaders sharing principles and stories to help each other grow. Email us at vitaminleadteam@gmail.com
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Episode 089: Building a Predictable Calendar

Vitamin LeadSep 17, 2019

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Episode 197: Dog Training Part 2

Episode 197: Dog Training Part 2

Bite off more than you can chew
Feb 15, 202209:38
Episode 196: Dog Training Part 1

Episode 196: Dog Training Part 1

TJ shares some lessons he has learned by having a new puppy in the house and reflects on early leadership lessons he learned.
Feb 08, 202209:00
Episode 195: I Got 99 Problems and a New Year Ain't One

Episode 195: I Got 99 Problems and a New Year Ain't One

This week we talk about starting 2022 understanding the problems we need to solve and the tensions we need to manage.
Jan 05, 202208:02
Episode 194: Travel as an Exercise in Empathy

Episode 194: Travel as an Exercise in Empathy

This week, TJ shares thoughts from the road and ways for us to connect with others. Feel what it's like to walk a mile in their boots.
Dec 08, 202108:51
Episode 193: Gratitude that Goes

Episode 193: Gratitude that Goes

TJ shares an exercise he is using to look back on the last year with gratitude, and look forward with anticipation
Nov 23, 202108:37
Episode 192: Keeping Your Virtual Team Pulse

Episode 192: Keeping Your Virtual Team Pulse

We draw on the exercise of The Rose this week to learn how to keep a pulse on our virtual teams.
Nov 17, 202106:43
Episode 191: Collaboration Overload Pt 3

Episode 191: Collaboration Overload Pt 3

Today we talk about the modalities in which we communicate with one another virtually and how we can reduce frustration there.
Nov 10, 202107:09
Episode 190: Collaboration Overload Pt 2

Episode 190: Collaboration Overload Pt 2

In this week's episode we look at the different needs between in office and work from home collaboration.
Nov 03, 202108:45
Episode 189: Collaboration Overload Pt 1

Episode 189: Collaboration Overload Pt 1

This week we focus on some insights from Rob Cross on Collaboration Overload and what we can do about that.
Oct 27, 202106:38
Episode 188: Revisited - Comediology w/Chris Tabish

Episode 188: Revisited - Comediology w/Chris Tabish

In October we will be revisiting some of our favorite episodes of Vitamin Lead. Today, check out this episode with Chris Tabish. We really enjoyed this one.
Oct 20, 202132:48
Episode 187: Revisited - Who is a leader?

Episode 187: Revisited - Who is a leader?

In October we will be revisiting some of our favorite episodes. Today, we share one of the episodes we have gotten the most feedback about. We would love to hear which type of a leader you are.
Oct 13, 202112:16
Episode 186: Revisited - Pumpkin Spice is So Predictable

Episode 186: Revisited - Pumpkin Spice is So Predictable

In the month of October we will be revisiting some of our favorite episodes. This week we start off with a conversation around predictable rhythms.
Oct 06, 202105:05
Episode 185: Mental Health in the Workplace w/Stephane Grenier

Episode 185: Mental Health in the Workplace w/Stephane Grenier

This revisited episode is so pertinent to the world we are in right now. Take a listen to Stephane's advice on caring for your team's emotional health.
Sep 29, 202101:01:22
Episode 184: The Diminishing Resource of Leadership Attention Part 2

Episode 184: The Diminishing Resource of Leadership Attention Part 2

In Today's episode we share part 2 of this series and the resources that leaders should be focusing their attention on.
Sep 22, 202110:20
Episode 183: The Diminishing Resource of Leadership Attention Part 1

Episode 183: The Diminishing Resource of Leadership Attention Part 1

Today we tackle the first of a 2 part series on leadership attention and how we can ensure we are not being distracted by the wrong things.
Sep 15, 202111:05
Episode 182: How to CARE for Weary Workers

Episode 182: How to CARE for Weary Workers

Today, we share some practical tips for caring for weary team members.
Sep 08, 202112:57
Episode 181: A Vision for Division

Episode 181: A Vision for Division

TJ tackles the monstrous question of our day, "Is it possible to lead people forward who believe so differently?" We would love to hear your thoughts. Text us at 757-354-1543, email us at vitaminleadteam@gmail.com, or send us a DM on Instagram.
Sep 01, 202113:29
Episode 180: Super Mario Supervisors

Episode 180: Super Mario Supervisors

How can we as leaders help people feel progress and level up in their work?
Aug 25, 202109:59
Episode 179: Goldfish Gigs

Episode 179: Goldfish Gigs

What happens when you free a goldfish from a bowl and put them in a lake? They become massive. This week we share some thoughts about goldfish and the work we do.
Aug 18, 202108:54
Episode 178: 4 Rare Habits - #1 Remain Relational

Episode 178: 4 Rare Habits - #1 Remain Relational

This is the final of our 4 Rare Habits of Leading People series and focuses on Remaining Relational
Aug 11, 202110:25
Episode 177: 4 Rare Habits - #2 Act Like Yourself

Episode 177: 4 Rare Habits - #2 Act Like Yourself

This episode focuses on the work we need to do to have a healthy sense of self identity and share our contribution with the world.
Aug 04, 202109:47
Episode 176: 4 Rare Habits - #3 Return to Joy

Episode 176: 4 Rare Habits - #3 Return to Joy

This episode covers return to joy, the number 3 rare habit for a leader. TJ compares it to the Fast and Furious movies.
Jul 28, 202108:38
Episode 175: 4 Rare Habits - #4 Endure Hardship Well

Episode 175: 4 Rare Habits - #4 Endure Hardship Well

We look today at the first of four rare habits of leaders - enduring hardship well. This is based on Marcel Schwantes Inc article found here: bit.ly/3wEUgPn
Jul 21, 202110:17
Episode 174: 4 Rare Habits for Leading People

Episode 174: 4 Rare Habits for Leading People

This is an introduction into the 4 Rare Habits of Leading People. It's based on an Inc article which can be found here: bit.ly/3wEUgPn
Jul 14, 202105:40
Episode 173: Don't Put All Your Eggs in One Basket

Episode 173: Don't Put All Your Eggs in One Basket

The future is multi basketed.
Jul 07, 202108:53
Episode 172: What's My Age Again? Part Two

Episode 172: What's My Age Again? Part Two

What do you do when you have confidence deficiency as you get older? Here are some helpful tips from TJ to help in this next phase of your life and work.
Jul 01, 202110:09
Episode 171: What's My Age Again? Part One

Episode 171: What's My Age Again? Part One

As you go on in your career you've got to be willing to look up, speak up, and ask for help. People will reach out in your 20s,but in your 30s and 40s it's up to you to reach out to others.
Jun 30, 202107:19
Episode 170: The Normalcy Dip

Episode 170: The Normalcy Dip

On today's episode TJ shares his thoughts on the normalcy dip and what will happen once summer vacation is over and we get back into a new rhythm. There's some practical tips on how to support your team during this time.
Jun 23, 202108:03
Episode 169: The Afternoons of Life

Episode 169: The Afternoons of Life

"The second journey begins when we know we cannot live the afternoon of life according to the morning program." - Brennan Manning
Jun 16, 202108:47
Episode 168: Post Pandemic - People over Process

Episode 168: Post Pandemic - People over Process

Join us on this episode as we talk about the new world of work and how we can value our people over our processes.
Jun 09, 202109:36
Vitamin Lead is back!

Vitamin Lead is back!

We are excited to announce that new episodes will be released on a weekly basis as we seek healthy leadership in this new world. Join us!
Jun 04, 202101:01
Till We Meet Again

Till We Meet Again

TJ shares the news that Vitamin Lead is going on hiatus. Listen in and join us in celebrating this new chapter.
Jul 10, 202006:09
Episode 136: Fierce and Charming w/Marion Renoux

Episode 136: Fierce and Charming w/Marion Renoux

Vitamin Lead: Your healthy dose of leadership. Amazon executive, Marion Renoux, joins us in this podcast to share how she is working to coach women toward executive positions in companies. Listen in for tips on how your company can push for more women in leadership, as well as some of the mindsets that keep women from moving toward greater positions.
Connect with Marion and get her free 6 step guide to standing out at www.fierceandcharming.com
Jun 26, 202021:27
Episode 134: Inverted Leadership w/Joel Hawbaker

Episode 134: Inverted Leadership w/Joel Hawbaker

Vitamin Lead: Your healthy dose of leadership. Joel Hawbaker shares about the work he does as a history teacher, coach, and leadership speaker. He is passionate about helping young adults overcome obstacles and develop in 3 key areas: Courage, Confidence, and Humility. Buy Joel's book, Inverted Leadership and connect with him at joelwhawbaker.com/
Jun 19, 202023:16
Episode 133: Thought Leadership w/Rachel Allen

Episode 133: Thought Leadership w/Rachel Allen

May 29, 202020:02
Episode 132: Hot Mess w/Laurie Palau

Episode 132: Hot Mess w/Laurie Palau

May 22, 202027:49
How I'm processing COVID

How I'm processing COVID

Some brief thoughts on how TJ is processing COVID and trying to grow and be healthy in this time.
May 15, 202013:32
Episode 131: Powerful Voice with Cynthia Zhai

Episode 131: Powerful Voice with Cynthia Zhai

May 15, 202022:29
Episode 130: Thriving Healthcare Leadership Lessons w/Sabrina Runbeck

Episode 130: Thriving Healthcare Leadership Lessons w/Sabrina Runbeck

Vitamin Lead: Your healthy dose of leadership. We have heart PA and keynote speaker, Sabrina Runbeck on the podcast to share her lessons from healthcare and finding the things that you are passionate about, along with great tips for changing your mindset.
To access Sabrina's free quiz go to: sabrinarunbeck.com/assessment/
May 08, 202030:26
Episode 129: Passionate Engagement at Work w/Jaqueline Throop-Robinson

Episode 129: Passionate Engagement at Work w/Jaqueline Throop-Robinson

May 01, 202036:07
Episode 128: Leading Globally w/Matt Barnett

Episode 128: Leading Globally w/Matt Barnett

Vitamin Lead: Your healthy dose of leadership.  Join our conversation with Matt Barnett of Bonjoro, a video sales funnel tool.  Hear about the mistakes that he made with his first business and how he has pivoted to work better at Bonjoro.  They even have new team members dress up in a bear costume.  Lots of great lessons to learn in this episode.   

Connect with Matt and his team on Bonjoro.com 

Apr 24, 202020:39
Episode 127: Advocate for Your Audience w/Fred Ashman

Episode 127: Advocate for Your Audience w/Fred Ashman

Vitamin Lead: Your healthy dose of leadership. Fred Ashman has been a writer, director, and producer for film, video, and live event production. He has worked for decades with companies like American Airlines, Sony, Pizza Hut, Wells Fargo, Coca Cola, and cruise lines. He has created award-winning documentaries and IMAX films, along with a feature film that was distributed on 750 screens nationally.
Connect with Fred and order his newest book, Advocate for the Audience at www.fredashman.com
To see the video clip we talked about on the episode, please check out our YouTube channel.
Apr 17, 202040:37
Episode 126: Purposeful w/Artisha Bolding

Episode 126: Purposeful w/Artisha Bolding

Vitamin Lead:  Your healthy dose of leadership.  We are joined this week by Artisha Bolding of TBold Media.  Artisha shares about the life-changing trauma of being in the ICU in 2018 and how it led to her journey of helping people discover their purpose.  

To connect with Artisha, visit her site at www.tboldmedia.com  

Apr 10, 202026:03
TJ on Stockdale Paradox and Current Reality

TJ on Stockdale Paradox and Current Reality

Vitamin Lead:  Your healthy dose of leadership.  In this special podcast, TJ shares his heart on what's going on in the world and how the idea of the Stockdale Paradox can help us in the current reality of our world.   

Apr 10, 202010:27
Episode 125: Vet Pivot w/Matt Kuchera

Episode 125: Vet Pivot w/Matt Kuchera

Vitamin Lead:  Your healthy dose of leadership.  We speak with Matt Kuchera of the Vet Pivot podcast as he shares about his experience as a drill instructor, what he learned about blockchain at MIT, and how he's helping veterans transition to civilian life through his podcast.  

Apr 03, 202024:22
Episode 124: Diversifying Your Network w/Amy C Waninger

Episode 124: Diversifying Your Network w/Amy C Waninger

Mar 27, 202028:42
Episode 123: Charisma and Presence as Leaders w/Michelle Barry Franco

Episode 123: Charisma and Presence as Leaders w/Michelle Barry Franco

Vitamin Lead:  Your healthy dose of leadership.  We are excited to welcome Michelle to the podcast today.  In her work as a speaking coach she has learned much around the ideas of presence over performance, charisma, and surrendered speaking.  Join us in this conversation today.  

Connect with Michelle at:  www.michellebarryfranco.com 

Get her free ebook at:  www.michellebarryfranco.com/freebook

Mar 20, 202029:27
Episode 122: One Year Anniversary of Vitamin Lead

Episode 122: One Year Anniversary of Vitamin Lead

Vitamin Lead: Your healthy dose of leadership. We celebrate one year of the podcast this week and we'd love to hear from you if this podcast has meant something to you. Text us your story at 757-354-1543 or email us at vitaminleadteam@gmail.com
Would you review and share this podcast with a leader in your life today?
Mar 13, 202010:56
Episode 121: Highly Sensitive Entrepreneurs w/Heather Dominick

Episode 121: Highly Sensitive Entrepreneurs w/Heather Dominick

Vitamin Lead:  Your healthy dose of leadership.  We are joined today by Heather Dominick of the Highly Sensitive Entrepreneurs movement.  We talk about the process of self-discovery, sales, and running your own business as a highly sensitive person.    

Find out where you score on the HSE quiz and to get resources go to:  www.hsequiz.com

Mar 06, 202033:35
Episode 120: Restore Sanity to Your Schedule w/Paul Casey

Episode 120: Restore Sanity to Your Schedule w/Paul Casey

Vitamin Lead:  Your healthy dose of leadership.  Joining us this week is Paul Casey from Growing Forward Services.  We talk about time management values, how different personalities adjust to time management, and Paul answers TJ's question:  If time were an animal, which animal would it be?

Get the free "Control my Calendar checklist" at takebackmycalendar.com or text "GROWING" to 72000.

Mar 01, 202026:35