The JUST LEAD Podcast with Mark Quattrochi is all about challenging leaders to take action in every situation. Whether it's your life, family, or organization, the time is now! JUST LEAD. Mark Q is a Brooklyn native, baseball fanatic, & former music industry leader. Now, he's the Lead Pastor at theChapel in Tampa Bay, Florida.
There’s a quote attributed to Orlando Aloysius Battista. It says, “The best eraser in the world is a good night's sleep.” Wait too long and the momentum you have can slip away before an action is tak…
Think about any great athlete on game day. The preparation is done, it's all execution from here. The truth is, for every minute you spend planning, it has the potential to save 10 minutes of executi…
Everything in life & leadership fits into 1 of 3 buckets. Bucket #1 is "things I can control." Bucket #2 is "things I can't control." And Bucket #3 is "things I can influence." The troubles and stres…
This week's episode wraps up a 3-part conversation we did on excellence. Make sure to check out the first 2 episodes below! In the pursuit of excellence, it's important to not confused with perfectio…
Booker T. Washington once said, “Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way.” In other words, it's all about the details! You've heard that phrase that says, “The devil is in the details” …
One of the values that sets world-class organizations apart is the value of EXCELLENCE. But it's more than a business thing, or even an experience. Excellence at it's core is a lifestyle, not a momen…
In the past couple of years, we’ve seen a phenomenon in the United States — The Great Resignation. People are leaving low-paying, low-respect jobs, or transitioning careers altogether. Regardless of …
We've all seen that photo of the iceberg where only the tip is above the surface, while the substance is below the surface. We tend to celebrate the 10% above the surface --- talent, skills, charisma…
Yikes! 91% (why not 90?) of what you and I say will be forgotten. But don't be discouraged. Whether you're an entrepreneur, barista, employee, or a mom, there's ways to make your message stick. Let's…
It’s safe to say that education provides some level of training in reading, writing, & even speaking. However, studies show that 45% of our communication is spent LISTENING! It's a skill that every l…
Sometimes the best decisions are the most unpopular ones. But that's what leadership is all about; living by vision and values and not simply in the feedback loop of others' opinions. Sure, take in t…
After 22 years, Tom Brady has retired from professional football. The receipt of accolades & records broken is too long to list, but Brady aptly sums up his career with one word: COMMITMENT! That's a…
President Harry Truman was famous for the sign on his desk, “The buck stops here.” In other words, the final decision rests with the leader. But healthy leaders don't just make decisions because they…
As leaders, we LOVE to start things, launch things, & inspire our teams towards success. However, sustainability is a huge part of healthy leadership. How do we avoid being a “flash in the pan?” Past…
Great leaders have big dreams & expect the best from those they are leading. But sometimes, employees or volunteers underachieve, underperform, or completely miss the most important values. However, …
The biggest advantage a leader has is not what they do, but how they think. When you change how you think, all kinds of healthy actions, habits, & results follow. But if we are to change how we think…
Meetings are part of every leader & employees' work life. Unfortunately, most meetings are ineffective, unproductive, and a waste of valuable time. But when meetings are done right, everyone wins. Th…
Thanks for an incredible year! Take a look at our show notes below for a curated list of our favorite episodes in 2021. Maybe you missed one, or just want to refresh your memory. Just tap the link to…
Tough conversations don’t have to be complicated! Just remember, be kind & be clear. Healthy leaders are able to communicate both, and their teams are healthier because of it. Drop-in on this convers…
As culture changes & new generations emerge in the workplace, it's more important than ever to learn healthy communication to bridge the gap. The values of your organization are too important to toss…