On this episode, Dean discusses the many dos and don'ts for leaders in leading yourself, leading others, and leading the organization. © 2024 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

On this episode, Dean is joined by, Mekenzie Craig, who is the Director of Operations / Marketing Director for LHLN. They discuss the importance of appreciation in the workplace and why it matters. They also discuss a few generational differences in how things are viewed and/or perceived. © 2024 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

The first of the year always propels us to set new (and sometimes old) goals. The problem with "resolutions" is that we can easily lose track if we do not find a way to create the momentum that will create the habits that help you achieve your goals. In this podcast, I breakdown my three P's of what it takes to create and build the momentum each of us needs to see our goals achieved. Setting goals is easy, but achieving them is not. Goals are meant to be hard and are meant to push us out of o...

Dean is back on air with a podcast near and dear to his heart - how to be a doer and not a feeler. Too often, we wait for a "feeling" or a "motivation" to take action. Dean says each of us battles this in some aspect of our lives, but to be significant in any thing of importance, you have to learn to become a doer! Dean outlines the 6 things it takes to become a "Doer" and leave your "waiting-on-a-feeling" ways behind! Enjoy! Be sure to register for one of our upcoming classes in January 202...

In a world where the hustle and bustle of daily life often takes precedence, it's a rare gem to come across a company that not only values its employees but also takes the time to pass along invaluable wisdom. Recently, I had the privilege of striking up a conversation with a young Chic Fil A employee while waiting in line at their counter. What I discovered in that brief encounter left a lasting impression and prompted me to ponder why more companies don't follow suit. The question I posed t...

In this episode, I use a quote from a student in our Master Leadership class to offer 7 tips on how to become more resilient as a leader. Everyone of us goes through personal and professional crises. It's the nature of human existence. Those of us who choose to be significant, tackle adversity head on and find ways to build your personal resilience. Dean talks about some of his own challenges during his 30+ year career and how he overcame the feeling of "brokenness." We are not born wit...

A new phenomena called Quiet Quitting has been noticed since Covid19 in all industries, but the impact on law enforcement since the combined events of Covid and the anti-police protests of 2020 is having significant consequences for police and their effectiveness. In this episode, I define what quiet quitting is and what it looks like in policing especially. We then dive into the consequences of it and offer actions that leaders can can take to combat this problem head on. Be sure to g...

In this episode, Dean dives into what it means to provide hope to your people as a leader. When your people lose hope, they lose purpose and intent. As a leader, it is incumbent upon you to understand and see the need to provide hope to your employees. In doing so, your employees look toward the future and have a positive outlook on their job. Today's law enforcement profession is losing hope. It's important that their chief executives and command staffs understand that they must provi...

This episode of Straight Talk on Leadership with Dean Crisp where Dean articulates his 10 tips for leaders to act significantly and, in the process, bulletproof their leadership in the process. Significant Leadership is the key to leading in today's workplace. It requires a Next Level of leadership that goes beyond the traditional model. It asks that Significant Leaders commit to their own personal growth as well as the growth of others who will someday be the leaders of the organization.&nbs...

The Significant You is a concept that can transform your leadership. It's a shift in your mindset with the goal that your actions dictate the kind of leadership you exude. When you lead with intention and connection, you focus on the most important things: providing clarity of purpose, providing direction and building resilience. When you do those things consistently, you create a legacy of leadership. You begin to see things that others do not see. You understand that the people you lead giv...

Dean dives into a topic that any leader or professional can learn from...the importance of emotional regulation. Taken from the concept of emotional intelligence, it's the ability to recognize your emotional triggers and tips on regulating your reaction. The ultimate goal of any professional is to manage one's emotions for maximum effectiveness in professional (and personal) relationships. When we "react" we tend to lose control of the situation; where when we take the time to "respond" ,&nbs...

Every professional dreams of success. They understand that promotion is the key to that and that a big part of those promotions are leading and managing others. Often, many are great at managing tasks and not so great at managing people. Leadership is an art as much as a science. In the second part of the LHLN team discussion on Dean's new book, The Leadership Recipe, Dean talks about some of the real meat of the book. Having Tough Conversations; What the biggest mistake most leaders make; Th...

Dean returns to the podcasting world with a team discussion around his new book The Leadership Recipe! This episode is jampacked with information about the book and the real leadership actions readers can take away from the book. The Leadership Recipe is Dean's second Amazon bestseller and is available in all formats eBook, paperback and hardback. Just as you follow instructions when cooking or assembling a piece of furniture, new supervisors and leaders also need a simple-to-follow 'recipe'...

Dean discusses his observations and thoughts on the Tyre Nichols case in Memphis and how law enforcement must become servant officers. In many ways, this case was more egregious than George Floyd because America saw that it is the culture within departments and not necessarily race that is driving these types of responses among law enforcement. Dean calls for the creation of new types of officers who balance the heart of a servant with the mindset of a warrior. What we need are servant office...

Dean welcomes back his listeners after a brief break and talks about the leadership lessons he's been learning while on the road. In this podcast, he talks about his 5 B's of Leadership that help any leader focus on what is important. Please check out our website at www.lhln.org and offer us feedback on the podcast by liking, subscribing, and/or sharing your favorite episodes! Happy Thanksgiving week, everyone! © 2024 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

In this discussion, Dean facilitates a discussion of what all levels of law enforcement can learn to help make our schools as safe as the airways. While the Uvalde report is referenced, all guests focus on a proactive path forward from what can be learned so that this type of incident never happens again. His special guest is Chief Joseph Paulino, a long-tine friend of Dean's and career-long leader in safety programs and initiatives in schools, hospitals, and other public spaces. They are joi...

Dean continues his discussion of his four pillars of leadership focusing on Self-healing and Emotional Intelligence. Be sure to listen and share both episodes to help put your leadership into action everyday. Learn more about LHLN at our website www.lhln.org © 2024 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Dean talks about the four pillars of leadership that have really helped him become the best leader possible. This week's episode covers the first two pillars: Mindset and Self-Reflection. Dean encourages every leader to keep a leadership journal to learn from the positive and the not-so-postive things that happen to them daily as leaders. It is only through this process, that you become a master of self-management. Part II will air July 15th and will discuss Pillars 3 and 4: Self-Healing and ...

Dean wants to bring a new series to the Straight Talk podcast entitled "Lessons from the Classroom". Periodically, we will interview or have a group discussion on lessons our instructors are learning from our students. This week, Dean and JP Harvey talk about their classroom experiences and how connection with students is at the heart of both transformational learning and transformational leadership. Be sure to subscribe, like, and share this + other episodes from our "Straight Talk on...

In an effort to continue to grow future leaders, Dean wanted to hear from some of our students in a new series we are incorporating into Straight Talk. This episode features Sgt Andrew Coville who IS a millennial, but not your stereotypical one - at all. He joined the Marines out of high school, served in Afghanistan, and came home to serve his hometown community of Yarmouth, MA as a police officer. His leadership philosophy and ideas on law enforcement will give all listeners a new paradigm ...