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Today, we continue our series on the skills needed to lead a team. We started with building trust in episode 178. In this Magic in the Room episode, Hannah, Chris, and Luke discuss a new skill: creating an environment of commitment and accountability. The core idea in this conversation is that people can only be accountable if they know what they are committed to. People can hold themselves accountable once we have a common understanding of commitments. To download the free guide that goes with this episode, subscribe below:

In today's episode of Magic in the Room, we continue our series on leading a team with the foundational skill leaders must have: the ability to build trust. It may sound cliche, but trust is the foundation of a high-performing team. In fact, Luke and Hannah argue that dogs have better lives and fewer people die when teams have high trust! When teams don't have trust, the result is lower performance, lower well-being, and ultimately, people leave. If you focus on one thing as a leader, it should be building trust. In today's episode of Magic in the Room, we continue our series on leading a team with the foundational skill leaders must have: the ability to build trust. It may sound cliche, but trust is the foundation of a high-performing team. In fact, Luke and Hannah argue that dogs have better lives and fewer people die when teams have high trust! When teams don't have trust, the result is lower performance, lower well-being, and ultimately, people leave. If you focus on one thing as a leader, it should be building trust. To download the free guide that goes with this episode, subscribe below: 

Welcome to Season 5 of Magic in the Room! In this episode, Hannah, Chris, and Luke introduce the topic we will focus on this year: Lead a Team.  Everyone’s leadership journey starts with leading themselves, which was the topic of Season 4 of Magic in the Room. The next step on the journey may be having formal leadership over a team of people. As you make this leadership shift, you must change your definition of success from focusing on individual accomplishments to equipping your team to be effective. The transition is not easy! In this episode, we discuss what that transition is, how to make it, and the practical skills you need to develop to be an effective team leader. To download the free guide that goes with this episode, subscribe below:

Today, we are wrapping up our season on Intentional Leadership. We believe everyone is a leader because they can notice something that could be better choose how to change things for the better and act to make the change. This simple idea has much depth, and we have spent the last year talking about it! In this episode, Chris, Hannah, and Luke wrap up the season by reflecting on the most significant things they have learned and hope listeners apply to their lives. If you want to catch up on the whole season on Intentional Leadership, check out magicintheroom.com/lys .

The rise of nihilism, the rejection of all moral principles, or the belief that life is meaningless can be challenging to discuss. However, if we are going to be Intentional Leaders, we must be willing to notice changes in the world around us. The good news is that once we see nihilism, we can use the principles of hope to bring about change in ourselves and our organizations.

Today, we continue our series on hope by replaying one of our favorite episodes, which lays the foundation for much of our thinking. Hope may seem intangible, but leaders can intentionally nurture hope in the people around them. In this episode, Chris, Hannah, and special guest Dr. Chan Hellman discuss the three elements of hope: Goals, Pathways, and Willpower. Leaders can develop hope by ensuring these three elements are present. Chan M. Hellman is a professor of social work at the University of Oklahoma and Director of The Hope Research Center. He has written over 100 scientific publications and presented at numerous national and international conferences worldwide. Chan's research is focused on hope as a psychological strength, helping children and adults overcome trauma and adversity. Chan's book "Hope Rising: How the Science of Hope Can Change Your Life" with his co-author Casey Gwinn is published by Morgan James.

Citizen Potawatomi Nation (Shawnee, OK), a recognized leader in Native American community development and cultural preservation, is excited to announce its groundbreaking partnership with Purpose and Performance Group, LLC to design a transformative leadership development curriculum inspired by the teachings of the Seven Grandfathers. This initiative represents a pivotal step toward strengthening indigenous leadership and fostering sustainable growth within tribal communities. Background The Citizen Potawatomi Nation has long been committed to preserving and passing on the traditional wisdom of its ancestors. The Seven Grandfathers, revered figures in Native American culture, embody essential values such as wisdom, love, respect, bravery, honesty, humility, and truth. By integrating these timeless teachings into a contemporary leadership framework, this partnership aims to empower tribal members and team members who impact our tribal healthcare, education, government and enterprise. The Partnership This innovative curriculum will encompass a diverse range of leadership topics, including effective communication, conflict resolution, and community engagement. By merging indigenous wisdom with modern leadership principles, participants will gain a profound understanding of how to lead with integrity, compassion, and resilience. Citizen Potawatomi Nation Vice Chairman, Linda Capps, expressed her enthusiasm for the project, stating, "Our collaboration with Purpose and Performance Group is a testament to our commitment to cultural preservation and community development. By drawing from the wisdom of the 7 Grandfathers, we hope to inspire and equip a new generation of leaders who will champion positive change within tribal communities and beyond." Purpose and Performance Group, renowned for its expertise in leadership development, is honored to contribute to this visionary project. Their team will work closely with tribal leaders, elders, and subject matter experts to create a curriculum that is both culturally relevant and universally applicable. Employee Engagement & Advocacy Program Mrs. Capps also shared, “The Citizen Potawatomi Nation began the Employee Engagement and Advocacy program in the fall of 2022 under the direction of professional CPN staff member Kelley Francen . The program has given our employees a morale lift as Kelley’s program developed strategies to show appreciation and support to employees at all levels of employment -from senior management to entry level. I believe the program will attract widespread attention as CPN job satisfaction and retention surfaces to an all-time high within the community.” As this partnership unfolds, Citizen Potawatomi Nation and Purpose and Performance Group are excited to embark on this journey toward transformative leadership, bridging the wisdom of the past with the aspirations of the future. Together, they envision a world where indigenous leadership values play a central role in building stronger, more vibrant communities. For media inquiries, please contact: Nicole M. Casey Email: ncasey@purposeandperformancegroup.com Phone: 702.354.5203 About the Organizations About Citizen Potawatomi Nation : Citizen Potawatomi Nation is the 8 th largest federally recognized Native American tribe headquartered near Shawnee, Oklahoma and represents over 38,000 Tribal members. With over 38 enterprises, cultural and governmental departments, CPN is the largest employer in Pottawatomie County and has an economic impact of over $700 million. CPN’s businesses and Tribal programs further the success and prosperity of the Nation, its Tribal members, and the local community alike. Citizen Potawatomi Nation embraces the teachings of the Noék Nmeshomesek (Seven Grandfathers) of Love, Respect, Wisdom, Bravery, Honesty, Humility and Truth, fanning the flames of the Seventh Fire for the next seven generations. About Purpose and Performance Group : Purpose & Performance Group is a Native American-owned agency that helps leaders transform organizational performance by operationalizing purpose. We exist to ignite the power of purpose within people & systems to drive transformational performance. We tap into the science of the human condition to evolve individuals and the systems in which they work. Our team engages in a powerful, real, and deeply human way to initiate and support change. Our commitment to modeling new behaviors and mindsets encourages teams to embrace community and value themselves and others. Our solutions align people and systems with the purpose of the organization and include strategic planning, operational project support, leadership development, internal and external communications, marketing, and implementing progressive people processes.

Today, we start the final series in our season on Intentional Leadership by diving into the topic of hope. Hope is not just wishful thinking; instead, hope is the belief that the future will be better and you have the power to make it so. This requires three things to be true: you must have goals, pathways, and agency. The good news is that you can develop hope for yourself and your team by intentionally building in those three areas.

Today we continue our conversation about wellbeing and self-care with Nicole Casey. In this episode, Luke, Hannah, and Nicole talk about why being intentional about our wellbeing matters and how to overcome some obstacles to taking care of ourselves.