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Excited to be with YMCA leaders across Pennsylvania next week for the State Alliance of Pennsylvania YMCAs Webinar: Build a Team You Love on October 15th!
At the Y, we’re committed to building teams that serve others well — and that starts with creating environments where people can thrive together.

In this session, we’ll explore practical ways to:
- Lead through challenging team dynamics
- Build alignment and unity around your mission
- Strengthen team culture through the proven Thrive Factors

If you are part of the PA State Alliance of YMCAs - hop on to learn more about these factors and discover what it takes to build a team you love — and love to work with.

👉 [Registration link below]
https://lnkd.in/gMHtJmes

Imagine you’re sitting at your desk, staring at the clock. The meeting is in 10 minutes, but still, you don’t feel ready. You’ve rehearsed the conversation in your head 100 times, but your stomach is still in knots.
Today, you need to talk to a team member about their performance. It’s not just a regular chat but a tough conversation you’ve dreaded for weeks. You know it needs to happen, but you’re worried about how it will go.

Will they get defensive? Will the discussion strain your relationship?

As a leader, having these difficult conversations is part of the job, but it doesn’t make them any easier. With the right approach, you can turn these challenging moments into opportunities for growth and understanding.

Check out our latest blog where we talk about HOW.



https://leadwell.com/difficult-conversations-leader/

🌱 Ready to grow your people and your impact with Leadwell? It's as simple as 1, 2, 3!

1️⃣ Meet with our team.
2️⃣ Pick a plan that's right for you.
3️⃣ Grow your organization, meet your goals, & receive the support you need.

Schedule a call TODAY at the link in bio! 📞✨

📚 Dive into an inspiring journey with "Redefine Your Servant Leadership".

Check out what Mark has to say! He says that this book offered him valuable insights on achieving the perfect balance of Character, Relationships, and Skills. Guided by values and faith, to discover how to go "all-in" as a servant leader. 💡

What is Executive Coaching like with Leadwell?

With a Leadwell Executive Coach, you receive the guidance of a coach who brings both real-world leadership experience and professional coaching training to the table. This powerful combination ensures that you get a trained practitioner who can effectively help you:

🔍 Gain awareness of your strengths and areas for improvement
🛑 Identify the obstacles holding you back
📝 Build actionable, strategic plans
💼 Apply your strategies and skills in a principled and practical way

Our approach is designed to amplify your leadership impact.

Ready to take your leadership to the next level? Schedule a call for Executive Coaching TODAY at the link in bio!

🌟 Small, Smart Steps Serve Well.

In Redefine Your Servant Leadership, Jon talks about taking small, smart steps as a leader.

We've all faced high stakes and challenges head-on—and failed many times.

This might make you think... Can I really do this? Is this who I want to be?

While sometimes diving into the deep end is necessary, starting small with manageable challenges is often better. Repeated small, smart actions lead to progress, and progress brings dramatic change over time.

What small step can you take today?
→ Schedule the meeting you've been avoiding
→ Set a specific time to leave work
→ Tell the Kind Truth to a trusted colleague
→ Say “That doesn’t work for me”

To learn more, check out the book at link in bio.

🎉 From all of us at Leadwell, Happy 4th! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate freedom. Let's cherish the values that unite us and continue striving for a brighter future together. Have a safe and joyous Independence Day! 🎆

Do you want to know how to lead well in 6 simple steps?

Download your FREE guide to help you align your team, develop your leaders, and build a winning culture.

Download here > https://mailchi.mp/leadwell/6simplesteps

The "shoulds" weigh heavy on servant leaders.

People often say servant leaders should always be selfless, always putting others first. They should be completely sympathetic, understanding every team member's needs and emotions. They should be available 24/7, never missing a chance to support their team. They should be perfect role models, setting the bar high in every aspect.

But this kind of "should-ing" can guilt them into submission, reinforce perfectionism, increase the fear of negative responses, and add social pressure. ❗️

Get your copy of Redefine Your Servant Leadership at the link in bio.

An important skill of leadership: Equipping new hires with the tools, resources, and support they need to thrive in their roles.

Create "onboarding buddies" – your culture champions – to guide and assist new team members as they settle in.

📄 Don’t forget the essentials: I-9s, W-2s, W-4s, background checks, payroll/direct deposit, and system access. These steps are crucial for a smooth onboarding process. ✅

And most importantly, integrate them into your workplace culture – not just as spectators, but as active contributors!

Whether it's a half-day with the founder, a weekly/monthly lunch with the CEO, or culture champions lunching with new hires, make sure they feel welcomed and part of the mission, vision, values, and behaviors. 💼

💬 My earliest lesson in leadership was around age 12 from a heart-to-heart with my Dad in the car🚗

I can't recall the activity, but we were on the way home from a sporting activity. I asked him about one of the other dads who took up a lot of the air in the room. You might say he was loud, pushy even.

🗣️ My Dad's response? “You don’t need to be the loudest one in the room to be the leader.”

Even at 12, this made sense to me. Being loud doesn't make a leader.

My dad's wisdom, mixed with intuition, set the stage for my future leadership.

I still think about this conversation...

Want to hear more stories about my journey into leadership and the life lessons that followed?

Check out Redefine Your Servant Leadership at the link in bio.