Episode 116: Leading Through Adversity In this episode of the Instinctive Influencers Podcast, host Brian explores the essentials of “Leading Through Adversity.” He discusses how authentic leadership is defined not by avoiding challenges, but by responding to them with resilience, adaptability, and authenticity. Through real-world stories and actionable strategies, Brian covers how leaders can inspire teams, communicate effectively, empower others, and turn setbacks into opportunities for growth. The episode wraps with a call to action, encouraging listeners to reflect on their leadership during tough times and commit to personal development. Please tune in for practical insights on thriving as a leader when it matters most.   Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UnAQ0pdWMBA Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review our show on the Facebook page and on any platform you listen to podcasts. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow. The show’s content is the opinions of Brian Webber & James Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views or anything said on this show represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.

Episode 115: The Power of Authenticity Episode 115 of the Instinctive Influencers Podcast explores the transformative role of authenticity in leadership. Host Brian delves into what it means to lead authentically, aligning internal values with external actions and bringing your authentic self to every situation, whether at work, home, or personal growth. The episode highlights how authentic leaders foster trust by being open about their strengths and weaknesses. Real-world examples illustrate the impact of admitting mistakes, sharing credit, and genuinely supporting team members’ growth. Brian also addresses the challenges leaders face in embracing authenticity, such as the fear of appearing weak, cultural resistance in traditional organizations, and the importance of maintaining healthy boundaries. Practical strategies for overcoming these obstacles are shared, emphasizing the importance of modeling authenticity to create a supportive and open culture. The episode concludes with a reminder that the most influential leaders are honest, relatable, and genuinely invested in the people they lead. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nIBZKfD9AUo You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review our show on the Facebook page and any platform you listen to podcasts. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow. The show’s content is the opinions of Brian Webber & James Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views, or anything said on this show, represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.

Episode 114 – Addictive Influence Join Brian Webber and his brother Jeremy Collins for a powerful episode of the Instinctive Influencers podcast, “Addictive Influence.” In this candid conversation, Jeremy shares his personal journey through addiction, the challenges of their turbulent childhood, and the turning points that led him to recovery. Together, they explore the impact of family, faith, and community support, offering hope and practical insights for anyone struggling with harmful habits. Jeremy’s story concerns resilience, transformation, and the importance of reaching out. Whether you’re facing addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode is a must-listen. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eigUs0nvxIM You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review our show on the Facebook page and any platform you listen to podcasts. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow. The show’s content is the opinions of Brian Webber & James Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views, or anything said on this show, represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.

Join Brian and James as they dive into the essentials of empowerment and delegation in team development. This episode discusses how leaders can build trust, boost motivation, and enhance productivity by empowering team members and delegating tasks based on individual strengths. Discover practical strategies for fostering open communication, encouraging creative problem-solving, and supporting professional growth. Whether you're a team leader or aspiring manager, this conversation offers actionable insights on creating a collaborative environment where everyone thrives and contributes to shared success. Tune in for expert tips to elevate your team's performance and drive continuous improvement. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nIMQ9tZE2ro?si=SiTscH2fsrBKNHI9   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review our show on the Facebook page and any platform you listen to podcasts. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow. The show’s content is the opinions of Brian Webber & James Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views or anything said on this show represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.

Episode 112: Building High-Performance Teams In this episode, Brian and James explore an area all leaders must constantly address because teams continuously evolve, grow, and sometimes shrink. Join them in understanding some tools and techniques anyone can employ to help build high-performance teams.   Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3IOTuC4nKeM You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and any platform you listen to Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show’s content is the opinions of Brian Webber & James Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views or anything said on this show represents the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons – Attribution 3.0 Unported – CC By 3.0:        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk

Episode 111: A Continuous Growth Mindset Leaders can encourage a growth mindset within their teams by championing learning and development, repositioning how they think about failure, stretching beyond comfort zones, creating a feedback culture, and showing genuine care for their team members. They can also model and reward behaviors that promote learning and growth. Join Brian and James on this journey to explore the challenges to growth mindset and possible means to overcome.   You can see more about the instinctive influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow. The show’s content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show. Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0):        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk

Brian and James are back. These guys have a new season of interesting topics, and this is a preview of what they will discuss this season. We are ready to bring you some new content to help you become the leader you aspire to be. Let us know what your thoughts are in the comments, or send us a message on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter (X).

Episode 109 – Personality Types You may be an introvert or an extrovert. How about intuitive or observant? Then there is thinking or feeling, judging or prospecting, and assertive or turbulent. These are the five areas of analysis that will be evaluated when taking the Myers-Briggs personality type indicator. Generally speaking, you will be one of 16 personality types. But how does this play into your daily interactions at work, home, with friends, or with those you do not know? Have a listen to our take on it as we dissect our personality types. You would be surprised at what you can learn about people when looking at their personality type.   If you are interested in taking the assessment, you can find it at: https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test   You can see more about the instinctive influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show’s content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0):        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk  

Episode 108 – Treat People Good One of the most missed opportunities within leadership is the ability to treat people good. Sometimes the minimal effort needed to treat people well will contribute exponentially to the organization's ability to accomplish its mission, vision, or task. In this episode, Brian covers five simple rules to follow to help create leadership capital by paying the price of treating people well. Give it a listen and let us know what you think!   You can see more about the instinctive influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show’s content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0):        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk  

Episode 107 – Spiritual Fitness w/ Dudley Daniel People tend to search for their deeper meaning, and some do it by seeking answers to questions they arrive at over years of thought. In many cases, people develop a spirituality about themselves that enables their ability to become better. This episode is not like ones we have done in the past. Instead, it takes a small glance at spiritual fitness, or the beliefs and practices that strengthen their connectedness with a source of hope, meaning, and purpose. Fundamentally, spiritual fitness is critical to developing overall wellness and should be personal. Brian takes on this challenge by looking at the life of his father-in-law, Dudley Daniel. He opens up the book of Dudley’s life and explores what it was that allowed him to constantly seek spiritual fitness. Maybe there is something in the message that will help you. Let us know.   You can see more about the instinctive influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show’s content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0):        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk  

Episode 106 – Networking Building a network takes time and you have to put in effort to develop a network. However, a solid network of people can help you build relationships, share opportunities, create new connections and cultivate existing connections. Brian and James dive into an assortment of aspects to look at when building a network and how it might help you when you do so. Listen up and then share this information with others, because being an Instinctive Influencer is not about keeping it to yourself but instead leading others with the knowledge you gain.   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show’s content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons – Attribution 3.0 Unported – CC By 3.0:        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk  

Episode 105 – Talent Management Tips Talent management is a never-ending strategy that changes all the time based on who is involved in the organization. The organization 's performance hinges on the talent management activities you implement and your capacity to promote and empower the whole workplace. Join Brian and James as they cover multiple tips found within all types of industries regarding talent management.   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show’s content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons – Attribution 3.0 Unported – CC By 3.0:        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk  

Episode 104 – Leadership Lessons from Vimy Ridge We can take lessons from so many before us and many of those lessons are simple when you think about them. In this episode, Brian and James tackle the battle endured by the Canadian Army at Vimy Ridge in 1917. Julian Byng and Arthur Currie were before their time in developing tactics that enabled the Canadians to take the ground that the British and French before them failed to conquer. These leaders established maneuvers that are still used today and they did so under the know-how of leadership ability. Give it a listen and let us know your thoughts!   Watch this episode on YouTube!!!   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show’s content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons – Attribution 3.0 Unported – CC By 3.0:        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk

Episode 103 – 5 Things to bring to the table as a Leader This episode is a spin-off topic generated at the end of the last episode with John Bonilla. It’s all about answering the question “what do you bring to the table as a leader”. So many times, Brian and James give advice on what leaders can do to become better, well this one enables them to accomplish this by knowing what you bring to the table before even learning to adapt to new leadership methodologies. Give it a listen and let us know what you think in the comments!!!   Watch this episode on YouTube:   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show's content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons – Attribution 3.0 Unported – CC By 3.0:        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk

Episode 102 – Being Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable w/ John Bonilla John Bonilla is a well-respected leader in the world of Army Aviation. Also, he is a longtime friend of Brian. So, Brian invited him on to talk about a topic that so many people need to hear and understand. The topic is about learning to become comfortable with the uncomfortable things in life. The growth one can gain from this concept enables furthering themselves and others around them. Give it a listen and let us know what you think!!!   Watch this episode on YouTube:   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show's content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons – Attribution 3.0 Unported – CC By 3.0:        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk

Episode 101 – Leadership Lessons from The Battle of the Bulge In this episode, Brian and James dive into some history dealing with the 101st Airborne Division during World War II. Both men truly enjoy talking about this topic and you can tell when you hear their voices. This is a can’t miss episode to learn a little about the history and combine it with leadership lessons. Give it a listen and let us know what your think in the comments.   Watch this episode on YouTube:   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show's content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons – Attribution 3.0 Unported – CC By 3.0:        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk

Episode 100 – The BIG 100 This is the 100th Episode…we wanted to do it with those who have been by our sides the whole way. So far it has been an adventure…can’t wait to see what the next 100 will bring.   Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/goHX1fLuIaM   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons – Attribution 3.0 Unported – CC By 3.0:        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk

Episode 99 – A Better Me w/ Justin Kline This episode’s guest is Justin Kline, who has become Brian’s good friend and workout partner. Like many others who have been on the show, Justin has a unique story that has allowed him to make himself better and those around him. Enjoy this remarkable story of someone who understands how to defy odds and become a better me.   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons – Attribution 3.0 Unported – CC By 3.0:        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk

Episode 98 – Leadership Lessons: The Battle at Gettysburg The Battle at Gettysburg is one of many sad events to have to take place for Americans, but the good thing is we can learn from those events and hopefully never revisit a Civil War again in the United States.   Watch this episode on YouTube:   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons – Attribution 3.0 Unported – CC By 3.0:        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk

Episode 97 – As the Rotors Turn Today is a special show with 3 guests who will talk about leadership from their perspective. We really hope you enjoy the show.   Watch this episode on YouTube:   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/ Our Twitter Link - https://twitter.com/101Influence   Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, and Review our show on the Facebook Page and Apple Podcast. This is how we will continue to create, broaden, and amplify content for all to learn from and grow.   The show content is the opinions of Brian Webber & Ed Haley. These opinions do not represent the US Army or the United States in any manner. The views of anything said on this show individually represent the person making them. At no point does the US Army or the United States sponsor this show, thus having no connection to the show.   Intro & Outro Music: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu: https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons – Attribution 3.0 Unported – CC By 3.0:        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/U4wXUdhNxZk