In this episode of *The Leap Hour*, Steve Farber welcomes Steve Dealph, the original creator and Master Trainer of the Extreme Leadership Workshop. With over 30 years of experience in Leadership and Organizational Development across industries such as higher education, corporate, healthcare, and pharma, Steve brings a wealth of expertise to the table.
Graduating into a job market where both hiring and firing are slowing can feel unsettling. Today’s college grads are entering the workforce at a time when budgets are tight, AI is reshaping job roles and employers are prioritizing skills that often take time and experience to develop…
Whether they’re about giving tough feedback, addressing conflict or navigating sensitive issues with stakeholders, having difficult conversations is an inevitable part of leadership. How you handle those moments can either build trust and alignment or quietly erode them over time…
We recently had the chance to connect with Steve Dealph and have shared our conversation below. Steve, really appreciate you sharing your stories and insights with us. The world would have so much more understanding and empathy if we all were a bit more open about our stories and how they have helped shaped our journey and worldview….
Being caught in a cycle of negative thinking can diminish not only one’s energy levels, but also the ability to make clear decisions. Thankfully, as the members of Forbes Coaches Council know, there are a number of helpful books available that can serve as practical guides to reframe a pessimistic outlook.
Hiring an internal bench of talented individuals doesn’t automatically translate into having a cohesive, high-performing team. In fact, strong personalities and individual goals can sometimes clash rather than complement each other.
Becoming a successful leader requires clarity, humility and guidance from other successful leaders. Thankfully, the wisdom of a trusted mentor can help a professional who aspires to lead uncover blind spots, develop critical skills and gain confidence in navigating complex challenges.
Pursuing certain unconventional career paths—entrepreneurship, law enforcement or military service, for example, among many others—can feel daunting. However, these professions can also deliver growth, impact and satisfaction that so-called “safer” options may not offer.
As an employee, “managing up” can help you work more effectively with your manager and other leaders in your organization. In practice, it might look like anticipating leadership’s needs, aligning communication styles and positioning yourself as a trusted partner.
Whether you’re aiming for a leadership role, planning a career pivot or simply want more clarity into which direction you want to grow, setting intentional goals is key to long-term success. However, you need more than ambition to execute the most effective career plan—it also requires structure, reflection and strategy.