Growth Think Tank

By: Gene Hammett is a Speaker Executive Coach Inc Columnist and Host of "Gr
  • Summary

  • Develop leadership skills and understand leadership development from expert interviews with transformational leaders. Growth Think Tank provides discussions that dive deep into new strategies to accelerate your company growth and your leadership abilities. What makes us different is the focus on interviews with founders and CEOs from the Inc 500 leaders. Learn from their failures and discover the finer elements of significance that will impact your company. This show was formerly known as "Leaders in the Trenches."
    2014-2021
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Episodes
  • Shift Your Mindset for Leadership with Gene Hammett
    Feb 20 2025

    Your mindset shapes how you lead, make decisions, and inspire those around you. In this episode, I explore why shifting your Mindset for Leadership is crucial to driving success and growth in your organization. I’ll share insights from my years of coaching high-level executives on how adopting the right Mindset for Leadership can help you overcome challenges, build stronger teams, and unlock new levels of performance. It’s not just about strategies—it’s about thinking differently to lead effectively. Join me as we dive into the power of a transformational Mindset for Leadership and how it can elevate your impact.

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    7 mins
  • CEO Leadership Habits with Gene Hammett
    Feb 17 2025

    In this episode, I explore the key habits that CEOs should adopt to improve their effectiveness and leadership within fast-growing companies. I underscore the significance of daily practices like praising employees specifically to enhance morale and foster a culture of recognition. Weekly, I recommend reviewing calendars to optimize time management and reduce unproductive meetings. For monthly routines, I stress the value of one-on-one meetings that serve both as check-ins and coaching sessions, emphasizing the need for active listening to support employee development. Lastly, I discuss quarterly reflections on organizational goals, advocating for regular business reviews to assess progress and adaptability. My insights aim to guide CEOs towards refining their leadership style and strengthening their company culture.

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    6 mins
  • How Leaders Have Effective Tough Conversations - The Encouragement Meeting with Gene Hammett
    Feb 13 2025

    In this episode, I explore the critical skill of effective communication for leaders, particularly in managing tough conversations that can significantly shape a company's direction. Drawing from my experience as an executive coach, I discuss observed challenges faced by CEOs in guiding their teams through uncertainties and aligning efforts around new opportunities. I introduce the concept of the "encouragement meeting" from my book, which emphasizes the importance of follow-up communication to reinforce progress or re-align team objectives. Additionally, I highlight the necessity of maintaining an ongoing dialogue that encourages continuous improvement. Ultimately, this episode highlights that courageous leadership and proactive communication are key to fostering accountable and high-performing teams.

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    4 mins

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