Craig T. Owens

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When you’re trying to accomplish a task it’s natural to want to search for the quickest way to get it done. But what if that’s not the best way? In this episode Greg and I discuss why rejecting shortcuts and persevering through struggles will make you a better leader, and also allow you to help your team get better as well. Join us for some powerful motivation to kick off the new year!

• [0:23] The shortest distance between two points is ____?
• [1:04] Why do we want things done so quickly?
• [2:36] When difficulty makes us slow down, our natural inclination is to bail.
• [3:40] Sometimes slowing down enriches our lives.
• [5:22] Leaders have to prepare their team for upcoming hardships, and be willing to fight through them with the team.
• [7:12] Greg discusses how going the extra mile separates you from the crowd.
• [8:29] Failure informs your success.
• [9:27] Greg and I discuss our personal experiences with “shortcut culture” in today’s society.
• [13:11] We discuss why we love grit and stick-to-it-ivness.
• [16:02] Greg shares a story from his time coaching football that illustrates how a leader can push the team farther.
• [18:43] We share action points for leaders to implement this new year.
• [22:35] A leadership coach will help you improve and be better equipped to lead your team.

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