Have you wondered how some companies are able to remain strong and seemingly able to withstand almost any external pressure like rising costs and even the threat of a global recession? Do these companies have some sort of secret formula? And ho

67. The Can't Miss Formula for Employee Engagement

Nov 18th, 2022 52m 46s

You’ve probably heard that people don’t leave bad jobs; they leave because of bad bosses, poor management, and a lack of appreciation of their worth.It’s cliche, yet it happens all the time and exit interviews confirm it.Just because you’re in

66. Empathy Without Courage?

Nov 11th, 2022 5m 7s

Comments, questions or feedback? Send James an email or initiate a conversation using this link: https://calendly.com/mayhew/connectContact James directly by calling (319) 929-2604.There’s a lot of talk about #empathy as one of the most importa

65. Does Investing In Culture Actually Pay Off?

Nov 11th, 2022 9m 13s

Comments, questions or feedback? Send James an email or initiate a conversation using this link: https://calendly.com/mayhew/connectContact James directly by calling (319) 929-2604.Investing in your company culture will always pay off…But only

64. Four Behaviors That Influence Communication On Your Team

Nov 4th, 2022 9m 50s

Have you ever considered how you come across to others? Is it possible that the way you communicate might be creating some unintended issues between you and other’s? On today’s episode I’m going to walk you through the 4 communication styles th

63. Plugging A $1 Million Leak In Your Company

Nov 3rd, 2022 15m 22s

Call James at (319) 929-2604 Connect with James on LinkedInLearn more about how James helps companies attract and retain great people, improve how teams work together, increasing employee engagement at JamesMayhew.comOn today's episode...A tril

62. What Value Are YOU Bringing Today?

Nov 2nd, 2022 4m 21s

Have you ever asked yourself this?What value am I bringing to this conversation today? Hey, Team welcome back to Lead Thru Values.This podcast exists to help you ensure that every person on your team has the skills, knowledge and confidence to

61. The KPI's That Drive Employee Engagement Deeper

Nov 1st, 2022 7m 25s

When you want engaged employees, but you only focus on metrics, you’re missing hundreds of opportunities through the course of the year to actually cause higher engagement. Hey, Team welcome back to Lead Thru Values.This podcast exists to help

60. Building People While Building A Business - With Special Guests, Kevin Wormwood & Kyle Steele

Oct 3rd, 2022 1h 11m

Hiring. Managing people. Leadership. Communication. Building a business through people.Kevin Wormwood and Kyle Steele join James Mayhew on Episode 60 of Lead Thru Values to share their thoughts on the idea of building up people while building y

59. True Grit with Melissa White

Aug 26th, 2022 55m 12s

In episode 59, James speaks with Melissa White, founder of Balanced Fitness and Health on the topics of grit, resilience and determination.Melissa reveals how multiple tragic elements from her past shape her dedication to serve her clientele wi

58. The whole truth and nothing but the truth?

Aug 25th, 2022 22m 35s

If you’re in any kind of leadership role, there’s a reality check you need to be aware of, and it’s something I see a lot of leaders struggle with.The reality check is this: there’s a strong chance you’re not getting the full truth from people

57. This Is Us

Aug 2nd, 2022 17m 40s

Contact James:(319) [email protected] want to speak with you today about your company’s DNA. This message is really focused to business owners and founders.So if you’re a business owner - even if you’ve been a business owner before

56. 100% Responsibility with Curt Mercadante

Jul 27th, 2022 55m 47s

“Every minute you worry about external stuff is a minute that you’re not free.”— Curt Mercadante This is one of those episodes to listen to closely. I mean really listen because taking 100% responsibility for your choices, for your attitude, fo

55. What OUTCOMES Are You Responsible For?

Jul 19th, 2022 9m 13s

Have you ever had someone ask you for the outcomes that your company is counting on you to deliver in your job?Well that’s a question I ask my clients.And you know what I’ve found?Most people really struggle to answer what seems to be a fairly

54. It's The Little Things That Cause Culture Drift

Jul 12th, 2022 21m 18s

Today I want to talk with you about the word “drift.”Here in the midwest we have snow drifts in the winter that can be both beautiful and dangerous on the roads.If you’re into motorsports and racing - especially the virtual type - then the word

53. The 4 Most Powerful Words You Can Say To Another Person

Jul 1st, 2022 2m 29s

I want to share the four most powerful words you’ll ever say to another person.These words will…Boost confidenceBuild self esteemGive encouragement Empower creativityEnhance decision makingDeepen rapportIncrease trustAnd as a result, you’ll see

52. Is There More To Life Than Making Money? with Mike Henry, Sr.

Jun 22nd, 2022 52m 1s

In this conversation between Mike Henry, Sr. and James, the two men discuss how faith has impacted their careers. Mike shares his thoughts on feeling stuck, limited and aiming too low at work, and how he found new energy by aiming higher and se

51. Stand In Your Power – a conversation with Zach Messler

Jun 8th, 2022 57m 40s

Contact Zach at https://zachmessler.com or connect with him on LinkedInBe Perfectly Understood. Those 3 powerful words summarize how Zach Messler helps his companies explain their unique solutions to their client's problems in a clear, concise

50. Five Ways To Improve Employee Engagement With Your Manufacturing Team

May 14th, 2022 21m 9s

There’s a wall between people who work on the production floor — and those in the office.That wall is a barrier in both the literal and figurative sense.I want to address how that wall creates separation between employees in unintended ways tha

49. 100% Employee Engagement?! Is that even possible?

May 7th, 2022 18m 4s

Have questions for James? Send James an email.Several years ago I was siting across from the company owner and he told me…"Your goal is that all of our employees are fully engaged."I remember how I was taken aback by that statement. I thought,

48. The Doctor Whisperer – an interview with Ann Richardson

Apr 20th, 2022 48m 35s

Today I have a very special guest for you, Ann Richardson.Ann is a visionary and transformative health care consultant. She is often referred to as “the doctor whisperer” because of her tenacious commitment to improving the healthcare industry.

47. A New Form of Currency During The Great Resignation

Apr 16th, 2022 13m 58s

What if this structured training system — a system that’s been in place for generations in various trades — became part of your company’s formal recruiting-hiring-development process?As the employee you receive a comprehensive education about t

47. Apprenticeship: A New Form of Currency During The Great Resignation

Apr 16th, 2022 13m 58s

46. Find Gems When You Dig Deeper

Apr 13th, 2022 9m 24s

I’m helping a client discover and define their core values and behaviors. This week we dug deep and uncovered some absolutely fascinating attributes of their culture. People around the room are in various roles. Some are executive level. Some a

45. Five Ways Your Core Values Are Just 'Words On the Wall'

Apr 8th, 2022 13m 37s

Contact James at (319-929-2604) or email your questions, comments and feedback to James at 'coach @ james mayhew.com'This might be one of my most important episodes of this podcast. I touched on this subject briefly in episode 14 which is actua