MIND-BLOWING Leadership Hacks With The RULE OF THIRDS

Too many leaders burn out trying to convince the wrong people to change. This episode shows you how to focus on the right people to lead lasting, positive culture shifts.Welcome to another inspiring episode of Knack 4 Business, where hosts Bernie Franzgrote and Wayne Pratt sit down with leadership expert Dr. Jim Salvucci, founder of Guidance for Greatness, to unpack his powerful "Rule of Thirds" strategy.From his early years as a university professor to navigating the complexities of higher education leadership, Dr. Salvucci shares how the struggles of managing disengaged teams led him to a breakthrough insight — one that applies across industries.This episode is for anyone trying to build a strong organizational culture, struggling with team alignment, or simply leading change in difficult environments.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:The three categories of team members — and why focusing on the wrong group can sabotage your effortsHow to lead and motivate the "muddy middle" who are most open to influenceWhy trying to “fix” recalcitrants can cost you your best peopleHow Dr. Jim applied these ideas across education and business environments — with real resultsLeadership blind spots, including ego and poor communicationHow to reset a broken culture — or know when it's time to move onJim’s journey to delivering a TEDx Talk and writing his book Greater Than Great🎧 Watch the full podcast episode on YouTube: MIND-BLOWING Leadership Hacks With The RULE OF THIRDS🔗 GUEST LINKS & RESOURCES:Email: [e-mail]: guidanceforgreatness.comLinkedIn: Dr. Jim SalvucciSubstack: On Leading With GreatnessBook: Greater Than Great (Amazon)Podcast: Guidance for Greatness 💼 FEATURED SPONSORS:1. DescriptEdit audio & video like a doc. Save time. Create smarter content. Ideal for podcasters and marketers.2. NotionhiveWebsites that actually convert. Built to perform, not just look pretty. A must for solopreneurs and SMBs.3. East Trade WindsJoin free networking calls that deliver real results. No fluff. Just meaningful business connections.We may earn a small commission — at no cost to you — when you use these links. Thank you for your support! 🙏 Acknowledgements:Special thanks to our podcast champions and behind-the-scenes heroes:Carl Richards of Podcast Solutions Made SimpleFred Crouch, aka the Property WizardJovan Strika of @Hive CoworkingMelanie Webber, K4B business partnerWayne Pratt of Motive8U Inc, co-host and leadership coach 📬 Contact Us:Have questions, feedback, or want to be a guest? Reach out:📧 [e-mail] 🌐 Visit our website👉 Explore more episodes: Knack 4 Business Podcast Archive Disclaimer: Please note that the Knack 4 Business podcast episodes are meant solely for educational and general informational purposes. The information and opinions contained within are not intended to be professional advice on any subject matter. The thoughts, views, and opinions expressed by the participants are their own beliefs and do not represent the views of the podcast hosts or any affiliated organizations.It is important to note that this podcast is not a replacement for consulting with certified experts in your area who possess knowledge of your unique situation. The hosts of the podcast, along with any participants or affiliated groups, do not take responsibility for any actions taken or not taken based on the information presented in this episode.It is highly recommended that individuals seek guidance from their advisors in fields such as accounting, law, or other pertinent areas prior to undertaking any actions or making decisions that may impact their financial, legal, or other aspects of life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.