We live in a microwave society where everyone wants things NOW. As business leaders, are you developing talent to do the right thing day after day, or are you relying on talent alone to help the cream rise to the top? EPISODE NOTES www.raiseyourbars.ca/guideBởi Al Ruttan

Shortcuts may be good when on a road trip, but they don't always work in business or life. Have you been operating with a shortcut mindset?Bởi Al Ruttan

Is a weak commitment to your goals, dreams and desires holding you back? Listen in as Chris and Al discuss that very topic.Bởi Al Ruttan

In this episode - Part 4 of the Top 10 Reasons People Fail, we discuss the issue that Al personally struggles with - a lack of focus. (Note: we apologize for the poor audio quality)Bởi Al Ruttan

In this week's episode, Chris was away, so I'm joined by a very special guest - Ezequiel Terol Rivas, President of the Maxwell Leadership Team Francophone, and we discuss the entrepreneurial journey.Bởi Al Ruttan

Continuing our top 10 reasons people fail - we come to reason number 3. Maybe it's just a bad fit for you, or you are a bad fit for that company. Find out more as Chris and Al discuss this, sharing real-life examples.Bởi Al Ruttan

Sometimes, we can be our own worst enemies. This is part 1 of a multi-part series on the top 10 reasons why people fail - and our thoughts on how to avoid these pitfalls. Connect with us at www.raiseyourbars.caBởi Al Ruttan

EPISODE SUMMARY It is said that on average we use less than 10% of our mind's capacity. Imagine what we could do if we could increase this by just 1% per year? Our aim is to help individuals and organizations to raise their bars and be on a journey of continuous improvement. Therefore it is important that you know your own values and align yourself…

Join Chris and I as we dive into a discussion about discovering our purpose and the idea of living a stagnant or abundant life.Bởi Al Ruttan

EPISODE SUMMARY Desire is arguably the reason behind everything we do. It is the foundation of all our achievements. Without desire few if any accomplishments will be seen in our life. It is one of those intangible items of life. EPISODE NOTES Part #2 of our discussion on Desire really challenged us all. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did recor…

EPISODE SUMMARY Napoleon Hill says that the starting point of all achievement is DESIRE. Keep this constantly in mind. Weak desire brings weak results, just as a small fire makes a small amount of heat. EPISODE NOTES We all met studying Think and Grow Rich, a classic book by Napoleon Hill. In part one of our discussion we dive deeper into what desi…

Chris and I are in Toronto to do some planning for 2024 and to work with one of our clients. So this was recorded at our hotel - we decided to sit down and discuss values and the importance of knowing what your top value is.Bởi Al Ruttan

As a leader you should always be looking to ask yourself challenging questions in order to grow yourself. Even if you don't classify yourself as a leader, you influence others, so you are a leader.Bởi Al Ruttan

John Maxwell says: "Leaders face the danger of contentment with the status-quo. They need to keep growing." What are your thoughts on this statement?Bởi Al Ruttan

When you have an emotional connection to your goals, dreams, and desires, you are far more likely to succeed in reaching them. We unpack this concept during this episode as an introduction to effective goal setting and, more importantly - goal achieving.Bởi Al Ruttan

An abundance mindset is really a choice that you need to make. Listen in as we discuss 2024 and teach you to live on the other side of yes! www.raiseyourbars.caBởi Al Ruttan

Join Chris Bake and I as we discuss our wins and our learns from 2023 and what lies ahead in 2024.Bởi Al Ruttan

Join Chris Baker and myself as we talk about the Leaders Greatest Return. Do this, and you will grow your organization. Join us in January for a deep dive into this topic - www.alruttan.com/returnBởi Al Ruttan

In 'Leadership Trust Unveiled, join Al and Chris as they explore the pivotal role of trust in organizational leadership and its profound impact on employee engagement. Through insightful research from industry experts and real-world examples, this podcast delves into the strategies and practices that leaders can adopt to cultivate trust, fostering …

What does it mean to show sacrifice as a leader? True leadership is about moving from "Me" to "We" and therefore we have to sacrifice our own ego, in order to promote the growth of the individuals and team that we work with. EPISODE NOTES Benjamin Disraeli says: “The secret of success in life is for a man to be ready for his time when it comes.” We…

This week, Chris Baker and myself talk about how leadership is a process, not an event. We base this episode on John Maxwell's Law of Process from the 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership.Bởi Al Ruttan

Join us as we discuss the importance of leading as a Servant Leader and talk about common misconceptions around being a servant leader.Bởi Al Ruttan

Chris and I could talk about this all day. What level of leader are you? Listen in and then come over and join us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/raiseyourbars/?mibextid=oMANbwBởi Al Ruttan

In this one we introduce the Legacy Creators, which we developed to help men over 40 find their purpose and move towards a life of financial freedom while creating a legacy they are proud of.Bởi Al Ruttan

We are back with our series of Leadership Lessons from Ted Lasso - today, we talk about how well he uses Emotional Intelligence to connect with his team.Bởi Al Ruttan

We are taking a break from the series on Leadership lessons from Ted Lasso to bring you what we feel is a very important lesson on unveiling the power of knowledge and practice. This is primarily around sales but applies to all aspects of life and work so we hope you enjoy it. We will be back with Ted next week!…

Join Chris Baker and I as we dive into episode 1 of our Leadership Lessons from Ted Lasso Series.Bởi Al Ruttan

Join Chris Baker and I as we start are series on "Leading with Ted: Unleashing the Power of Leadership Lessons from Ted Lasso."Bởi Al Ruttan

Join Chris Baker and I as we talk about The Importance of a Clear Positioning Statement for Your BusinessBởi Al Ruttan

Join Chris Baker and I as we discuss the importance of mindset in an entrepreneur's journey.Bởi Al Ruttan

Do you set clear expectations for yourself, your team, your business, and what you expect from life? Join us as we delve into the transformative power of clarity, communication, and accountability, revealing how these vital elements pave the way for success in various aspects of life.Bởi Al Ruttan

Failure is a part of life and most people see it as bad, whereas in fact it is essential for your growth. Learning how to reflect, review, reset, and move forward by turning adversity to your advantage is a huge benefit. We aim to help individuals and organizations to raise their bars and be on a journey of continuous improvement. Therefore it is i…

While Chris is on his honeymoon, I tapped my good friend and local business owner Kurtis Fox, on the shoulder and asked him how he's had to raise his BARS in his life.Bởi Al Ruttan

Join Chris Baker and myself as we have a conversation with Chris Robinson, the Executive Vice President of the Maxwell Leadership Team.Bởi Al Ruttan

Join Chris Baker and myself as we discuss the importance of following your dream. https://www.facebook.com/groups/3274519992820990 -> join our community.Bởi Al Ruttan

We are 20 days into the new year - this is the time when statistics say 30% of people have given up on their New Year's Resolution. Have you? I hope not. Listen in as we discuss sticking to our goals in 2023.Bởi Al Ruttan

Anxiety and excitement come from the same emotion, how we see it determines whether it is a pain or a pleasure. Being able to identify these feelings and channel them in a positive way will set you up for an amazing life.Bởi Al Ruttan

Join Chris and myself as we discuss our words and goals for 2023. What's your word?Bởi Al Ruttan

Success is in the journey, not the destination. Do not wait until you arrive to celebrate; instead, it is essential to celebrate the small wins along the way so that you remain motivated toward your ultimate goal.Bởi Al Ruttan

The latest episode of our podcast has been released and this week we share more thoughts about Shift #2: Raise your B.S (Belief System) Are you ready to rise up??Bởi Al Ruttan

Join Chris Baker and Al Ruttan as they introduce Raise Your BARS - Personal Growth Solutions And be sure to head over and join our BARS Facebook Group.Bởi Al Ruttan

Join Chris Baker and I was we talk about our Raise Your BARS program for business owners.Bởi Al Ruttan

In today's episode Chris and I talk about what employees are looking for in a company during these uncertain times.Bởi Al Ruttan

Join Chris Baker and me as we welcome special guest Christian Del Rosario. In this episode we discuss how he is living the tri-fector of his passions. https://www.cdrgallery.com/Bởi Al Ruttan

This week Chris Baker and myself talk about avoiding the Mediocrity Multipliers.Bởi Al Ruttan

After a two-week vacation break Lead From the Drivers Seat podcast is back! This week Chris Baker and I talk about self-discipline and how it can massively impact your life in a positive way!Bởi Al Ruttan

Join Chris Baker and I as we discuss Legacy and the Queen.Bởi Al Ruttan

Here is the latest episode of Lead From the Drivers Seat. This week Chris Baker and myself are sharing part II of our Raise Your BARS webinar teaching as we expand on last weeks lesson. Do you know your core values? Are you able to effectively prioritize tasks in your life? Listen in as we discuss ways to do both and then get ready for exciting new…

Chris and I hosted a webinar this week talking about Behaviours & Actions = Results & Success - this was part 1, go to www.raiseyourbars.com to register for part 2.Bởi Al Ruttan

It's time to raise your bars - Join Chris Baker and me as we discuss this important topic.Bởi Al Ruttan