Once you think that you are irreplaceable its time to hang up the cleats and move on to retirement.   Arrogant leaders divide organizations, destroy sustainable growth and are a detriment to the overall mission of any organization.  The reality is that everyone is replaceable. Unfortunately, many leaders believe something different. Once you realize that you are only a temporary caretaker for the organization the sooner you can start having a truly positive impact on your team.  Today, we...

Welcome to Bold Leadership.  Today we are going to discuss all of the nonsense surrounding our younger generation.  Are they really any different than you were at their age?  Are they good for your company?

In today's episode we discuss tips to improve your growth potential and have some great advice from John Warrillow founder of Value Builder.

To all of you true blue red-blooded Americans out there and more importantly happy Fourth of July to those men and women sacrificing their time to defend our great nation overseas for all you and your family thank you for your service and thank you for your sacrifices have a happy and safe 4th of July.   Today we are discussing Financial Performance. But first, let’s talk about valuations.  If you have a business and you want to sell it you will go through a valuation process. A typical...

We are back for the new season I have been in the vault, we've been in training getting certified on other things to help you grow your business. We are now value builder certified. If you want to build a business, grow the value, have a great exit and make lots of money Value Builder is your ticket to success. So, in the next few episodes were going to discuss Value Builder in-depth. We're going to provide a webinar here shortly for you to download and learn more about how to create...

Do you have a BHAG?  If not, you should. I know that we all love to talk about SMART GOALS Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Time bound They are the rage, but you can never do anything BOLD with just SMART goals.   John F Kennedy set a goal to put a man on the moon...this is not a SMART Goal ELON Musk set a goal to build a resuable rocket...at the time...not a SMART Goal Elon Musk went so far as to fire over 400 employees who could not or would not meet the his expectation for...

So you like your coach, Honestly I loved all of my coaches in life, but I didn’t really like them.  They pushed me. They challenged me and they made me better. Is your current coach doing the same? I am Dave Evans, a business consultant and coach.  I have been privileged to lead thousands of people into combat operations and helped small business owners define their path to success. If I ever stop learning and embracing change, please find a nice pasture to send me to.  People that don’t...

Today we have the privilege of sitting down with an incredible leader, mentor, and coach. George Glover is quickly becoming the go-to coach for leaders in Oklahoma. He and his team at Vistage are helping leaders solve tremendous challenges with their organizations. George believes that everyone knows the solutions to their most difficult challenges and he strives to help leaders find solutions. He has served as a CFO and CEO and some of the largest manufacturing companies in the world. Today...

We all know that the cost of a bad hire is expensive. Career builder states that these costs can exceed $50,000. None of us can afford that. Fast Company recently released an article interviewing the CEO of Zappos, Tony Hsieh. It's a fast read and the link is below. https://www.fastcompany.com/3028628/infographic-how-much-a-bad-hire-will-actually-cost-you So how do small companies afford a hiring process that enables success? It's simple to develop a hiring combine much like the NFL. You...

Its times like these when we need to work together to solve challenges. We need to act locally to solve problems nationally. Today we discuss the importance of doing something. We challenge you to stop acting like pigeons and dropping your problems without solutions on your favorite social media site to garner support for your opinion. Work with leaders locally and finds ways that work in your community to protect your children and families. I have to admit, I came off of the top rope on...

Today we have the pleasure of interviewing Greg Dowty. A former marine and now a scientist, his company's goal is to change the way we handle tough mental challenges. A passion... We represent a new force in the behavioral sciences that reverses the flow of information. Until recently, clinicians have been in a trickle-down economy when it comes to applying research in their practice. Our goal is to create a torrent of activity that directly feeds the efforts of those on the front line....

Negative feedback may be the most important feedback you ever receive as a leader so long as there is a proposed solution. In this episode, we discuss This is Why Your Boss Deserves Your Negative Feedback by Jane Claire Hervey. The article is shared below. This Is Why Your Boss Deserves Your Negative Feedback Jane Claire Hervey, WOMEN@FORBES I romanticize my work. I love to solve problems. I want to be the change I wish to see in the world. (I'm also a millennial—what can I say?) So, when...

We summarize Bill Zip's article in our latest episode...Do Metrics Matter.  I have included his article below.   I’ve never met a business leader who’d actually say, “Oh no, metrics don’t matter to me.” Have you? I didn’t think so. So why ask the question, “Do your metrics matter?” Because I’ve found the way most business leaders operate is like they’re practical atheists when it comes to metrics. I know, I know that’s an odd phrase. A practical atheist is someone who believes in God, but...

Are leaders trained or developed?  Today we will answer this question with some help from an article written by Matt Myatt.  The short answer is this...leaders are developed.  It is a continual process that requires a plan.  A 3-hour training session does not really build great leaders.    Its a lifetime of education.  Below are 20 differences between training and development from Matt Myatt. The following 20 items point out some of the main differences between training and development: ...

Our nation is struggling to find leaders who can negotiate like adults and find a way to yes. Today we discuss the challenges our nation faces with the recent the government shutdown. Leaders continually draw battle lines based on party affiliations with no conscious to do what is right for our nation. Great leaders find a way to yes. It's time that we reflect on our own leadership style. We must shift from selfish to selfless leaders. I challenge all of our listeners to forward this podcast...

In this episode, we have the privilege of discussing leadership with Christoph Szakowski. He serves as a managing partner for Logcon East. To say he understands the challenges associated with leadership is an understatement. He has lived through some challenging times and his views on leadership will make us all better leaders. Tune in and broaden your leadership perspective. Its time we start growing our relationships across the globe. Be Bold Dave

Today we have the privilege of discussing leadership with one of the founders of High Five Media, Earle Haggard.  High Five Media is the hip place to go in OKC if you need help with Digital Marketing.  This is no surprise if you know Earle.  He is an amazing father, husband and all around good guy.  Today Earle is going to discuss leadership at High Five Media, challenges, fears and successes.   We hope you enjoy his insight into entrepreneurial leadership as much as we did. As Earle says...

Over the past few weeks we have learned of events that have disappointed and discouraged many of us. Thanks to one young woman's brave #metoo hashtag we are working together to solve problems and promote a sense of equal values. As you grow as a leader sometimes your values get challenged and in some instances you will be tempted to make incredibly poor choices. Realize that there is real value in your values. It is the core of who you are. Remain humble and approachable, don't ever mistake...

Happy Early New Year to everyone. It is time to celebrate all of your wonderful accomplishments for 2017. Take a look back and enjoy what you have done. In this episode Phil and I discuss the importance of looking at where you have been and enjoy your success as you head into the new year. Happy 2018 All the Best BE BOLD Dave

We live in a world where many leaders do not walk the talk. In this episode Phil and Dave discuss the importance of doing what you say and the impact to the team when you don't. We know that people respond better to leaders who know they are not perfect. Life and challenges change everyday and no one has all of the answers. Leaders must demonstrate performance. When you admit to your team that you don't have all of the answers your team will find solutions. This applies specifically to every...

Ethics drive everything we do in work and life.  What is your work ethic, business ethic and family ethic? Do you value a dollar more than doing what's right? It seems that this is more true today than ever.  Are we creating a society of workers that are not being held accountable to a strong work ethic?  If so, this is a huge challenge for tomorrows business owners.  Phil discusses lesson learned on the farm bailing hay and mending fences.  Time proves that if you give people a hard...

December can be an especially nerve-wracking month at work, not only because the year is ending but because the winter holiday season can create extra stress and unpleasantness -- even between co-workers. Some people celebrate holidays at this time of year, some people don't and everybody has their own feelings and expectations about the end-of-year period. Some people are excited about it, and others aren't. During December people can easily stumble over appropriate seasonal greetings,...

Can you will yourself to success? The answer is simple and it is yes. It is your choice. As a leader are you driving positive outcomes in your organization? Is your attitude impacting performance. Visualization and positive thinking are two of the most important aspects driving success. Do you have a vision board and if not, why not? Visualizing success will help you find success. Your vision board is your greatest asset, it gives you a reminder everyday of your goals and keeps you on...

Your attitude is by far the most important driver for your business. It impacts everything you do. Many times when an organization is failing just look to the leader and their attitude. It is typically the number one driver for success or challenges. Today we are going to discuss the impact attitude has on leadership and the team. We will answer the following questions and ensure that you have the tools to keep you attitude in check - What is the negative impact that a bad attitude has on...

Today’s Topic: All I Really Need To Know I Learned In Kindergarten, by Robert Fulghum   Most of what I really need To know about how to live And what to do and how to be I learned in kindergarten. Wisdom was not at the top Of the graduate school mountain, But there in the sandpile at Sunday school. These are the things I learned: Share everything. Play fair. Don't hit people. Put things back where you found them. Clean up your own mess. Don't take things that aren't yours. Say...