The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher
The Champion Forum Podcast is dedicated to raising up leaders who know that they are not only called to grow an organization, but to help their team members become the best that they can be. Join Jeff Hancher weekly as he challenges and inspires his listeners to reach their full potential by laying out complex leadership principles in a step-by-step approach.
Episodes
333 episodes
4 Outdated Leadership Habits That Are Holding You Back
We all know that what got us here won’t get us there—but knowing it isn’t the same as living it. The truth is that some of the leadership skills that made leaders successful 10 years ago are now liabilities. We hold onto skills, behaviors, and ...
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Where Do You Need Support (4 Phrases Leaders Need to Know Part 4)
“Where do you need my support?” It’s a question every leader should be comfortable asking because it builds trust, uncovers hidden challenges, and moves the team forward faster. However, many leaders shy away from asking this question bec...
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15:00
That's Not Who We Are (4 Phrases Leaders Need to Know Part 3)
Every team, company, and even family has moments when something happens that violates the culture. So, what do you do when someone cuts a corner, speaks disrespectfully, or acts in a way that is inconsistent with your team's values and standard...
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15:53
Heres What I Need From You (Four Phrases Leaders Need to Know Part 2)
Have you ever felt confused about what your boss wanted you to do? Perhaps you were navigating a new project or a company-wide initiative, and you found yourself wondering, "What is my role to play?" Today, I’m going to teach you a high-impact ...
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Tell Me More (Four Phrases Leaders Need to Know Part 1)
Leaders often have bad habits, including rushing to respond, diagnosing before they understand, and giving advice before asking questions. Today, I’m teaching you the first of four high-impact leadership phrases to help you break this habit and...
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Stop Being Your Team's Emotional Dumpster
Have you ever ended a workday feeling completely drained, not because of the tasks, the meetings, or the workload, but because you spent the whole day absorbing other people's problems? Today on The Champion Forum Podcast, we discuss the unnece...
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15:41
Stop Cheering, Start Leading
Have you ever left a meeting excited about where your team was going, but over time, you became increasingly confused about how to get there? Endless motivation without clarity causes frustration and disengagement. Leaders must balance inspirat...
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The Problem With Always Being Available
Many people believe being a "good leader" means being constantly available. Over-availability is not a virtue; it's a trap. And the more accessible you make yourself, the less effective you become. Today, we're discussing the hidden cost of bei...
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15:25
Turn Meetings into Momentum: What Great Leaders Do After the Meeting
Your meeting may be high energy, but what happens after? Most meetings result in no ownership, no follow-through, and no deliverables. Meetings don’t move the needle. Leaders move the leader. In this episode, we’re diving into what great leader...
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The First 5 Minutes of Leadership
You don’t have to be a perfect leader. But when it comes to interacting with your team, you do have to be intentional. Whether you’re walking into a meeting, kicking off a project, or starting your day—those first five minutes will either build...
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Why do most new businesses fail? - Tax and Financial Insight with Stan Kleja
Most businesses don't fail because the founders are lazy — they fail because the math doesn't work. In this episode, CPA and business strategist Stan Kleja breaks down the hidden traps that take down even the most passionate entr...
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Leading a Defensive Peak Performer
Have you ever had an employee who consistently delivered excellent results, but the moment you give them feedback, they get defensive, justify their actions, or even shut down? Here's the truth—if you don't address this kind of behavior, it can...
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Mastering Uncertainty with Rich Diviney
What would it look like for you to perform at your best? For Navy SEALs, success isn’t only a result of relentless training in shooting, skydiving, or combat—though they are experts at those things. The real secret is that they use their innate...
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Adapting to the Future of Leadership
The landscape of leadership is evolving faster than ever. AI, automation, and data-driven decisions are reshaping how businesses operate, while leaders must balance the expectations of a multigenerational workforce. With flexibility becoming a ...
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41:28
When Mentorship Goes Wrong
We've all heard the saying, 'When the student is ready, the teacher will appear.' But what happens when the teacher isn't the right one? What if the mentor you were excited to learn from turns out to be disengaged, misaligned, or not that helpf...
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How to Set Healthy Leadership Boundaries
Every great leader wants to be there for their team. But here’s the hard truth: it backfires if you make yourself too available. Your time gets stretched too thin, decision-making slows down, and—ironically—the people you’re trying to help may ...
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30:47
Keys to Growing and Scaling Your Business with Pallavi Golla
Have you ever felt like your business was hitting a ceiling? How am I going to get to the other side of this? Many business leaders and entrepreneurs want to increase predictability, get additional clarity in their business, and decrease chaos....
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59:04
Hanch's How-To's 25.0 | How to Level Up Your Leadership
Sometimes the secret to knowing how to level up your leadership is just being willing to take action. You have probably dealt with an awkward silence after a tough call or that gut feeling that something needed to change. I work with leaders fa...
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15:50
The Dark Side of Charisma
Charisma is often celebrated as a hallmark of great leadership, but it is also a double-edged sword, causing people to overlook a leader’s mistakes or flaws. Left unchecked, charisma can stop being productive and instead compromise a leader’s a...
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21:29
Building and Scaling a Business with Sarah Nuse
Entrepreneurs face various challenges, from growing a business to leading people. Today, I sit down with friend and CEO of Tippi Toes, Sarah Nuse. Famous for her appearance on Shark Tank, Sarah Nuse has grown her business from one studio to ove...
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Forgiveness as a Leadership Strategy
Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher! How do you feel when you say, "I'm sorry?" It takes courage to not only admit you're wrong but also allow other people to choose to forgive you (or not). However, when lea...
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23:25
Why Leaders Should Be Followers
Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher! Leadership is often associated with taking charge, making decisions, and leading from the front. However, outstanding leadership also means knowing when to step back, list...
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The Power of Micro-Actions in Business Leadership
If you've ever wondered how to elevate your leadership without a complete overhaul, this episode is for you. Leadership isn't just about big speeches or bold strategies; it's the small, intentional actions leaders take daily that shape culture,...
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