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The Reload with Sean Hansen
A podcast for high performing leaders looking to optimize their leadership capacity while staying connected to the things that make their life worth living.
Episodes
223 episodes
Overcoming the Pitfalls of Fear-Based Leadership: Building Positive and Collaborative Work Environments - 223
Can fear-based leadership really cripple an organization's success? Join me as we unravel the complexities of fear-driven tactics in leadership and their counterproductive impact on team morale and productivity. Drawing from my experience as a ...
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Episode 223
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41:59
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Navigating Leadership: Curbing Hubris, Embracing Professionalism, and Fostering Two-Way Communication - 222
What if your biggest asset as a leader could also be your greatest downfall? Imagine the sharp edge of intelligence being dulled by the subtle creep of overconfidence. In this compelling episode of The Reload, we scrutinize the perilous sway of...
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Episode 222
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Transforming Organizational Culture: Insights on Embracing Change - 221
Unlock the secrets to transforming organizational culture and embracing change with insights from renowned therapist Esther Perel and neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman. Discover how leaders can foster a culture of flexibility and adaptability,...
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Episode 221
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Enhancing Teamwork through Structured Decision Frameworks - 220
Curious about how to turn your team's creative chaos into clear, effective decision-making? Discover the key strategies that can transform your brainstorming sessions from endless discussions to decisive actions. This episode reveals the vital ...
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Episode 220
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34:54
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Transformative Power of Embracing All Emotions - 219
What if embracing the emotions we often label as 'bad' is the key to unlocking personal and leadership growth? This episode of The Reload promises to explore just that. As a performance mindset coach, I share insights from my own life, includin...
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Episode 219
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37:48
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From Shaving Mistakes to Leadership Wins - 218
Who knew that the simple act of shaving could teach us profound lessons about leadership and communication? Join me, Sean, as I share personal stories revealing how the quest for efficiency can sometimes lead to painful mistakes, both literally...
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Episode 218
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40:01
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Elevate Your Leadership through Emotional Literacy - 217
Unlock the secrets of emotional literacy and transform your leadership style with insights from my years as a performance coach. Ever wondered why some leaders excel in logical thinking but stumble when it comes to emotional awareness? Discover...
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Episode 217
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39:00
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Mastering Team Conflict: Transforming Tension into Productivity - 216
Have you ever wondered why conflict within teams sometimes spirals out of control, while other times it propels the group to new heights of productivity? Join us on this episode of "The Reload" as we unpack the intricate dynamics of team confli...
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Episode 216
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From Silence to Solutions: Enhancing Team Dynamics - 215
Ever wondered why your team isn't talking to you about the real issues? This episode promises to transform how you understand and address communication barriers in leadership. I'll walk you through the four major signs that your team may not be...
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Episode 215
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Being the "Extra Mile" Person - 214
Ever wondered if admitting weakness could be a sign of strength? In this episode of The Reload, I recount a powerful encounter with a respected influencer during a training event in Idaho. His heartfelt revelation about battling isolation in th...
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Episode 214
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Breaking Free from Work Addiction: A Cautionary Tale of Failing to Learn - 213
What happens when high-performing executives place their entire identity in their work? Join me as I recount the harrowing story of a friend and former client whose relentless work addiction led to severe health issues and major medical setback...
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Episode 213
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Building Trust and Elevating Team Performance: Insights from Nick Norris - 212
Can genuine trust really elevate team performance to new heights? In this episode of The Reload, we promise to uncover the essential elements of building trust and vulnerability within teams, guided by the insights from episode 211 and our last...
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Episode 212
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38:44
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The Power of Vulnerability in Team Building with SEAL Veteran Nick Norris - 211
Have you ever wondered how to balance high performance with finding deeper meaning in life? Join us as we chat with Nick Norris, a distinguished SEAL veteran and entrepreneur, who shares his incredible journey from the rigors of special operati...
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Episode 211
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The Impact of Appreciation on Professional and Personal Bonds - 210
Can the simple act of showing appreciation transform your relationships? Discover the profound impact of gratitude as we unpack the often overlooked habit of taking others for granted. We explore how our biases and double standards can lead to ...
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Episode 210
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48:06
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Achieving Productivity Through Intentional Actions - 'Find Time' vs. 'Make Time' - 209
What if everything you thought about managing your time was wrong? Welcome to The Reload, where we help unconventional leaders reshape their lives through challenging conventional thinking. In this episode, we dismantle the myth that short task...
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Episode 209
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How Do You Know You Have a Problem? - 208
Do you ever wonder why high achievers struggle with personal fulfillment despite their success? Today, we promise to uncover the hidden challenges that even the most accomplished individuals face. Join us on "The Reload" as we explore the trait...
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Episode 208
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33:54
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Balancing the Burden: Empowering Leadership Through Trust and Teamwork - 207
Does the weight of leadership ever feel overwhelming? Today, we dissect the burdens and responsibilities that come with leading, both personally and professionally. Drawing insights from a compelling text message from an executive client, we de...
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Episode 207
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Redefining Success: The Hidden Costs and True Rewards of Winning - 206
What does it mean to truly succeed? Is winning worth the emotional and relational costs? Join me, Sean, as we question the societal norms of success often dictated by external pressures from parents, bosses, and mentors. We'll uncover the tangi...
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Episode 206
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Conquering Performance Anxiety: Strategies from Boardrooms to Martial Arts Arenas - 205
Performance anxiety is a universal challenge that even the highest achievers face. Imagine being on the brink of a crucial board meeting or stepping into the ring for a Muay Thai fight and feeling paralyzed by anxiety. This episode of The Reloa...
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Episode 205
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Mastery as a Continuous Dance of Discovery - 204
What if mastery isn't a final destination, but a lifelong journey filled with continual growth and discovery? In this episode, we explore the compelling nuances of mastery through a conversation with a former client eager to deepen his understa...
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Episode 204
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Navigating Regret: Closure, Meditation, and Living Effectively - 203
Ever wondered why it's so hard to let go of regret, even when we know better? Discover the profound impact of life's endings in our latest episode of The Reload. We examine the weight of closure in various forms, whether it's the loss of a love...
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Episode 203
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Grace and Grit Steering Through Leadership Challenges - 201
Ever grappled with the weight of your professional identity overshadowing your personal life? You're not alone. My friend Nick Norris, an ex-Navy SEAL turned entrepreneur, joins me for an in-depth exploration of how leaders can maintain their c...
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Episode 201
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Turning Blind Spots into Bright Spots: Learning and Sharing for Personal Growth - 200
Ever wondered how the missteps of others could be your stepping stones to success? This episode sheds light on mining the gold in others' blind spots for your personal development adventure. We navigate the nuances of learning from the actions,...
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Episode 200
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From Combat to Calm: Unpacking Anxiety and the Quest for Resilience - 199
Struggling with anxiety often feels like waging a silent battle, one that even high performers and seemingly unflappable individuals face. My own journey, from the frontlines of combat to the home front has taught me this lesson all too well. T...
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Episode 199
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Peeling Back the Layers of Shame for Personal Enlightenment - 202
Have you ever felt the sting of shame so acutely that it seemed to define you? We're peeling back the layers on an emotion that's as common as it is misunderstood, guiding you through the murky waters of shame and its influence on those who str...
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Episode 202
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