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The Leadership Quicktake:

Brief, Insightful Thoughts On All Things Leadership

Apr 23, 2025

The Leadership Void: Why We’re Failing the Next Generation of Leaders

Welcome back to The Leadership Quicktake, where we unpack powerful leadership insights in under five minutes.

This week, we confront a sobering reality: 77% of organizations say they suffer from a lack of leadership—and the consequences are mounting. Even more troubling? Only 18% of supervisors feel confident in developing leadership in others, and a staggering 63% of millennials say they’re unprepared to lead.

In this episode, I break down the stats and spotlight the leadership crisis quietly unfolding in workplaces everywhere. We’re not just missing leaders—we’re failing to create them.

If you're a leader—or aspire to be one—this quicktake will challenge you to rethink how you develop yourself and those around you. Because if we don't start closing the leadership gap now, the future of our organizations could be in serious jeopardy.

👀 Watch now. Reflect deeply. Then ask yourself: What are you doing to lead better—today?

The Leadership Void: Why We’re Failing the Next Generation of Leaders

Apr 10, 2025

Who Comes After You?

Who Comes After You? | The Leadership Quicktake

🌱 Legacy is not about what you leave behind—it's about who you leave behind.

In this week’s episode of The Leadership Quicktake, Dr. Neal McIntyre poses a powerful question every leader must confront: Who comes after you?

Drawing insight from this short but impactful session, you'll explore why succession planning is more than a corporate checkbox—it's a moral and strategic imperative. Many leaders want to leave their organizations better than they found them, yet far too few take the necessary steps to ensure future leaders are ready to carry the torch.

📉 The cost of poor succession planning? Financial losses. Team instability. Lost momentum.

💡 The opportunity? A lasting legacy of empowered, prepared leaders who continue the mission long after you’ve stepped away.

🎯 Whether you’re leading a business, a team, or a movement—this episode challenges you to invest in tomorrow’s leadership today.

👇 Watch now and reflect: Are you building a legacy… or leaving a void?

Who Comes After You?

Mar 20, 2025

Leader of Leaders

🚀 Are You Leading Followers or Creating Leaders? 🚀

The latest episode of The Leadership Quicktake dives into a game-changing distinction: leading followers vs. leading other leaders.

John Maxwell says, "He who thinks he leads, but has no followers, is only taking a walk." But what if true leadership isn’t just about having followers—it’s about developing leaders?

✅ Leading followers = Slow, incremental growth.
✅ Leading leaders = Exponential, transformational impact.

In this episode, we explore how investing in others' leadership potential creates a ripple effect—one that can revolutionize teams, organizations, and entire communities.

Are you content with small steps, or are you ready to ignite radical growth?

🔥 Watch now and start leading at a higher level!
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Leader of Leaders

Mar 12, 2025

When to Lead

📢 New Episode of The Leadership Quicktake: "When to Lead" 🎬💡

In this episode, we break down a powerful leadership lesson inspired by Remember the Titans. Leadership isn’t just about taking charge—it’s about knowing when to step in and when to step back. Using the film’s defensive coordinator as an example, we explore how great leaders create space for their team to develop, grow, and step into leadership themselves.

The key takeaway? The best leaders don’t just lead; they build future leaders. Tune in to discover how strategic restraint can empower your team and strengthen your leadership impact!

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When to Lead

Feb 26, 2025

What Matters Most?

🔹 The Leadership Quicktake: "What Matters Most?" 🔹

Are you leading—or just staying busy? In this episode of The Leadership Quicktake, we break down the difference between checking boxes and making a real impact. Too many leaders confuse packed schedules with productivity, but true leadership isn’t about juggling deadlines—it’s about investing in people.

Effective leaders empower their teams, align goals with purpose, and create lasting motivation. When you shift your focus from completing tasks to building up those around you, you don’t just drive success—you sustain it.

💡 So, what really matters in leadership? Watch now to find out!

What Matters Most?

Feb 20, 2025

The Hidden Force Behind Every Winning Team

Momentum is the game-changer that separates great teams from average ones—but most leaders overlook it. Instead of constantly fixing problems and bombarding their teams with negativities, winning leaders focus on celebrating small victories to build unstoppable forward motion. In this episode, we explore why momentum matters more than you think, how it fuels high performance, and why ignoring it could be holding your team back.

The Hidden Force Behind Every Winning Team

Jan 29, 2025

Are You Building Teams or Committees?

🌟 "Are You Building Teams or Committees?" 🌟

In this thought-provoking episode of The Leadership Quicktake, Dr. Neal McIntyre dives into one of the most pressing challenges in modern workplaces: the difference between teams and committees.

🤔 Are your colleagues working as a true team, or are they just a group of individuals thrown together with no real sense of unity? Dr. McIntyre explores how unequal treatment in rewards, bonuses, and promotions can quietly sabotage teamwork, leaving behind fragmented committees instead of thriving, cohesive teams.

💡 Key Insights:
✔️ What makes a real team versus a corporate committee.
✔️ Why true leaders ensure that victories and losses are shared equally.
✔️ The critical role of leadership in fostering an environment where every member feels valued.

This episode is a must-watch for anyone who wants to break free from outdated leadership styles and create teams that succeed together.

💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Are you building teams—or committees?

🎥 Watch now and transform your leadership approach!

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Are You Building Teams or Committees?

Jan 15, 2025

The Difficulty of Vision Acceptance

New Episode Alert! In this edition of The Leadership Quicktake, we tackle a powerful topic: "The Difficulty of Vision Acceptance."

Leaders often struggle to get their teams on board with their vision—but why? It's not the vision itself; it's the leader behind it. Teams resist when they haven’t fully bought into the leader as a person.

This episode explores a critical truth: trust and rapport are the foundation of leadership. Before asking your team to believe in your vision, you need to earn their belief in you. When trust is established, your vision becomes a shared mission—driving engagement, alignment, and organizational success.

Ready to discover how trust transforms leadership? Tune in now!

The Difficulty of Vision Acceptance

Dec 18, 2024

The Responsibility of Leadership

What’s the true measure of a leader’s success? In this week’s episode of The Leadership Quicktake, we dive into the most critical responsibility of leadership: mentoring and developing the next generation of leaders.

Drawing from a powerful perspective, we explore why some leaders hold back—fearing they’ll be outshined—and how this mindset stifles organizational growth and societal progress. True leadership isn’t about self-preservation; it’s about selflessly investing in others to ensure the legacy of leadership thrives.

Are you fostering future leaders, or are you holding them back? Tune in to reflect, challenge your mindset, and discover how leadership rooted in reproduction can transform the world around you.

The Responsibility of Leadership

Dec 11, 2024

Are You A Secure Leader?

New Episode: Are You a Secure Leader?

Do you really know what it means to be a secure leader? And more importantly—do the people around you see you as one?

In this episode of The Leadership Quicktake, we’re diving into the traits of secure leadership and why it’s a game-changer for your personal and professional life.

🌟 Key Highlights:

Power Check: Are you lifting others up—or holding them back?
Empowerment Essentials: Discover why empowering others is the hallmark of true leadership.
Transformational Leadership: See how secure leaders impact their teams, families, and entire communities.
This is your chance to reflect, grow, and lead with confidence. Hit play and unlock the secrets to becoming a leader who inspires and empowers!

🎥 Watch now and start leading securely!

Are You A Secure Leader?

Nov 20, 2024

The Magnetism of Leadership

Discover the Power of Leadership Magnetism!

In this episode of The Leadership Quicktake, we uncover how leaders naturally attract individuals who mirror their qualities. Challenging the cliché that "opposites attract," this insightful episode reveals how shared mindsets, thought patterns, and even attitudes shape your circle of influence—for better or worse.

Learn why effective leaders actively diversify their circles, seeking fresh perspectives to counter their own blind spots and create dynamic, balanced teams. Plus, get actionable tips on analyzing your current circle and aligning it with the qualities you aspire to attract.

Tune in for a quick dose of leadership insight that could reshape your approach to influence and growth!

The Magnetism of Leadership

Nov 13, 2024

Do You Have A Leadership Perspective?

In this episode of The Leadership Quicktake, Dr. McIntyre dives into the essential question: Do you have a leadership perspective? Explore how the most effective leaders maintain a proactive mindset, focusing on the bigger picture and preparing for long-term success—even when immediate outcomes seem uncertain. Learn how being a forward-thinker and proactive problem-solver can set you apart, allowing you to identify and resolve challenges before they even appear. Tune in to gain valuable insights that will help you lead with confidence and inspire those around you to trust in your vision!

Do You Have A Leadership Perspective?

Oct 30, 2024

Leading with Strength: Earning Respect When It Matters Most

In this episode of The Leadership Quicktake, Dr. McIntyre explores why people naturally gravitate toward leaders who demonstrate strength and stability, especially in challenging times. Discover how true respect is earned through resilience and how showing calm under pressure can set you apart as a trusted leader. Tune in for practical insights to inspire your leadership journey!

Leading with Strength: Earning Respect When It Matters Most

Oct 23, 2024

The Importance of Trust in Leadership

🎬 Welcome back to another episode of The Leadership Quicktake! Today, leadership expert Dr. Neal McIntyre dives into the heart of leadership: Trust.

💼 Leadership begins with a decision—the decision to become the kind of leader who inspires, guides, and grows others. But here’s the truth: leadership without trust is like building on quicksand.

In this episode, Dr. McIntyre challenges you to ask yourself some tough questions: Do people trust you? Are you actively giving others a reason to trust you? And what can you do today to make trust easier to build?

✨ Whether you’re just starting your leadership journey or refining your skills, this quick take will give you valuable insights to elevate your influence. Let’s dive in!

The Importance of Trust in Leadership

Oct 16, 2024

The Quiet Leader

Welcome to The Leadership Quicktake, where we explore simple but powerful insights that can shape your leadership journey.

In this episode, we’re talking about 'The Quiet Leader'—the person who may not have an impressive title or formal authority but commands attention the moment they speak. This kind of leader doesn’t need to talk over others or dominate a room. They’ve earned the trust and respect of their peers, and when they finally speak, everyone listens—because their words carry real weight.

So, what makes their voice so powerful? Let’s dive in.

The Quiet Leader

Oct 9, 2024

Is Your Ladder Leaning On The Right Wall?

In this episode of The Leadership Quicktake, we ask: "Is Your Ladder Against the Right Wall?" Leadership isn’t just about getting things done—it’s about making sure you’re heading in the right direction. Leaders with vision don't just focus on tasks; they chart the course for success, ensuring their efforts (and those of their teams) lead to meaningful outcomes. Management is about checking boxes, but leadership is about knowing which boxes really matter. Tune in to discover how having the right vision separates leaders from managers, and why it’s the key to long-term success!

Is Your Ladder Leaning On The Right Wall?

Oct 4, 2024

The Path To Reaching Your Leadership Potential

Feeling impatient on your leadership journey? 🌟 In this quick video, Dr. Neal McIntyre breaks down why becoming a recognized leader takes time—and why daily commitment is key to unlocking your full potential. Leadership isn’t an overnight success; it’s a process. Ready to embrace the grind and level up? Watch now!

The Path To Reaching Your Leadership Potential

Sep 23, 2024

Influence

Have you ever thought what exactly is "leadership"? Many people associate leadership with titles and positions because of the power and authority that they bring. In reality, that's far from what true leadership is. In this episode, learn why and find out what real, authentic leadership is.

Influence

Sep 21, 2024

Effectiveness Redefined

We've been viewing effectiveness incorrectly. In this short video, I present an alternate, more realistic and impactful way to measure and determine effectiveness.

Effectiveness Redefined
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