Steve Dye is a lifelong Texan who received his Bachelor of Science degree from Sam Houston State University and his Master of Criminal Justice from Tarleton State University. He began his police career with the Houston Police Department in 1984 and also served with the Arlington and Garland Police Departments in various assignments including Patrol…

Steve Dye is a lifelong Texan who received his Bachelor of Science degree from Sam Houston State University and his Master of Criminal Justice from Tarleton State University. He began his police career with the Houston Police Department in 1984 and also served with the Arlington and Garland Police Departments in various assignments including Patrol…

Steve Dye is a lifelong Texan who received his Bachelor of Science degree from Sam Houston State University and his Master of Criminal Justice from Tarleton State University. He began his police career with the Houston Police Department in 1984 and also served with the Arlington and Garland Police Departments in various assignments including Patrol…

In today's show, Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel have a discussion with Dawn Golightly on the "Attitude of Gratitude". Dawn Golightly is a director and technical assistant for a Fortune 500 Company. Dawn has an undergraduate degree in industrial engineering and a graduate degree in business. She loves being on the journey of what good leadership looks …

In today's episode Kurtis Jetsel and Mike Self interview Nikki Elieson. Nikki shares her stories of servant leadership and how we have to consider our emotions and reactions when serving our teams. Nikki Elieson is a Business Operations Director for a Fortune 500 Company. Nikki has Graduate Degrees in both Business and Organizational Management. Sh…

In todays episode Mike and Kurtis interview Kennan Walker about his approach to Leadership and focusing on Leadership Debt. You can view the video version at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQDSVYUuWDk Share your thoughts in the comments below, and don't forget to subscribe! Find previous Episodes at anchor.fm/leadershiptraittalk Website: www.learn…

In todays episode Mike and Kurtis discuss leadership practices in a virtual world. Especially now with COVID-19, leaders have to reshape their approach.Share your thoughts in the comments below, and don't forget to subscribe! Find previous Episodes at anchor.fm/leadershiptraittalk Website: www.learnitliveitleadit.org Instagram: @LeadershipTraitTalk…

In todays episode Mike and Kurtis interview Ed McGowan (Mac) and discuss best practices in hiring. Mac shares a perspective and talks about the importance of opening up to all possibilities and how you’re always interviewing for your next role. Share your thoughts in the comments below, and don't forget to subscribe! Find previous Episodes at ancho…

In todays episode Mike and Kurtis discuss current events with special guest and co-leader Joey Drake. Joey shares a new perspective and talks about the importance of discourse within our teams during times of social upheaval. Join us for a candid discussion, share your thoughts in the comments below, and don't forget to subscribe! Find previous Epi…

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #19 - #6 for 2020 - Dealing with Emotions - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel have advice for leaders on dealing with that one thing we all have in common...emotions. If you'd like to see the video version of this, please connect to our YouTube channel below. If you enjoyed the episode, rate and review us on your podcast p…

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #18 - #5 for 2020 - Starting Your Day to be an Effective Leader - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel have advice for leaders on setting yourself up for an effective day. If you enjoyed the episode, rate and review us on your podcast platform. You can also find us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvohPieqkM3aCy…

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #17 - #4 for 2020 - Advice for New Leaders - Relational Leadership - Mike Self and Kurtis JetselMike and Kurtis have advice for new leaders. If you enjoyed the episode, rate and review us on your podcast platform. We'd also love to hear suggestions for future episodes and even possible leaders to interview.If you’d l…

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #16 - #3 for 2020 - Dealing in Times Like COVID-19 - Mike Self and Kurtis JetselMike and Kurtis discuss the stresses associated with uncertain times, like during the COVID-19 outbreak, and methods to deal with the stress and uncertainty in those times. Mike opens up about his personal struggles. If you enjoyed the ep…

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #15: 2nd for 2020 Season - Interview with Brian Brooks on Effective Leadership - Mike Self and Kurtis JetselMike and Kurtis interview Brian Brooks - a Global Supply Chain Leader for a large corporation. Brian discusses how to be an effective leader through balancing culture and performance. He gives insights on how t…

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #14: First Episode of 2020 - VUCA and VUCA' - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel Mike and Kurtis discuss a how to lead in difficult times. The world is Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous, and knowing how to lead in these times in particular is what they discuss. If you enjoyed the episode, rate and review us on your…

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #13: Learning Leader - Final Episode of 2019 - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel Mike and Kurtis discuss a how leadership is a lifelong journey and we never cease to be a learner. If you enjoyed the episode, rate and review us on your podcast platform. We'd also love to hear suggestions for future episodes and even possibl…

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #12: Unconscious Bias - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel Mike and Kurtis discuss a difficult leadership topic - unconscious bias. We all have biases and blind spots when dealing with others. In this episode we discuss the awareness of bias and opening yourself to the differences around us. If you enjoyed the episode, rate…

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #11: Mindfulness and Meditation - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel Mike and Kurtis discuss the differences with Mindfulness and Meditation and how to use these as techniques to adjust ourselves in any emotionally charged setting. If you enjoyed the episode, rate and review us on your podcast platform. We'd also love to he…

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #10: Leading Up - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel Thank you so much for tuning in!!! In this episode, Mike and Kurtis discuss a popularly requested topic - leading up. We can't always pick our leaders, but we can work with them. We all have challenges - connecting and relating to our upper leadership can be one of those.…

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #9: Fixed vs Growth Mindset - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel Mike and Kurtis discuss a how important it is as leaders to have a growth mindset. We're all better leaders when we focus on improving ourselves. If you enjoyed the episode, rate and review us on your podcast platform. We'd also love to hear suggestions for fu…

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #8: Leadership and Efficiency - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel Mike and Kurtis discuss a how it is very difficult to be efficient as a leader. Many times we have to put in additional effort and time when dealing with each other, our teams, our company, and our customers. If you enjoyed the episode, rate and review us on…

Leadership Trait Talk Podcast #7 Emotional Intelligence - Kurtis Jetsel and Mike Self discuss how Leaders can improve their abilities to connect with people and enhance their abilities in establishing trust. If you'd like to provide us feedback on this or any other episodes, please email us at learnitliveitleadit@gmail.com. You can also follow us o…

Leadership Trait Talk Podcast #6 Trust - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel discuss how Leaders can connect with people and establish trust quickly. If you'd like to provide us feedback on this or any other episodes, please email us at learnitliveitleadit@gmail.com. You can also follow us on Twitter - @TraitTalkIf you’d like more information please visit …

Leadership Trait Talk Podcast #5 Discomfort - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel discuss how Leaders can deal with that ever present factor- Discomfort. If you’d like more information please visit our website www.learnitliveitleadit.org or reach us at learnitlivitleadit@gmail.com. Music in this episode - Magic Mountain by Jahzaar--- Support this podcast: …

Leadership Trait Talk - Episode #4 Giving and Receiving Feedback - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel. In this episode Mike and Kurtis discuss feedback, both giving and receiving. Feedback is difficult at times, in both directions and keeping an open mind and knowing your state of mind thru the process is the key to success. When giving feedback, focus on…

Leadership Trait Talk Podcast #3 Resilience in Leadership - Mike Self and Kurtis Jetsel discuss a key attribute to strong leadership - resiliency. If you’d like more information please visit our website www.learnitliveitleadit.org or reach us at learnitlivitleadit@gmail.com. Music in this episode - Magic Mountain by Jahzaar www.learnitliveitleadit.…

Podcast #2 Leaders as a Coach • Anchor; in this episode Mike and Kurtis discuss how Leaders are Coaches and the mindset associated with taking your team to the next level. If you’d like more information please visit our website www.learnitliveitleadit.org or reach us at learnitlivitleadit@gmail.com. Music in this episode - Magic Mountain by Jahzaar…

Mike and Kurtis discuss a leader’s biggest stumbling block...EGO. If you’d like more information please visit our website www.learnitliveitleadit.org or reach us at learnitlivitleadit@gmail.com. Music in this episode - Magic Mountain by Jahzaar--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leadershiptraittalk/support…