Things Leaders Do
Things Leaders Do is the go-to podcast for leaders who want real, actionable strategies—not just theory. Whether you're a new leader stepping into management or a seasoned executive refining your skills, host Colby Morris delivers practical tools and processes you can start using today to lead with confidence, clarity, and impact.
Each episode breaks down key leadership topics with humor, insight, and real-world application, covering:
✅ How to communicate effectively and build trust in your team
✅ The secrets to high-performance leadership and team culture
✅ Handling setbacks and leading under pressure
✅ How to be a people-first leader without losing accountability
✅ Mastering the balance between strategy, execution, and influence
No fluff. No vague concepts. Just tactical advice that helps you grow as a leader and drive real results in your business or organization.
Subscribe now and join thousands of leaders leveling up their skills. Because leadership isn’t about what you say—it’s about what you do.
🔑 Keywords: leadership, leadership development, new managers, executive coaching, team culture, business growth, personal development, management strategies, communication skills, success, accountability, productivity
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 14 minutes
- Episodes
- 102
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Conflict IQ Part 3: The Courage Conversation – How to Invite Conflict Instead of Avoiding It
How do leaders invite productive conflict? Most leaders avoid workplace conflict, then wonder why teams never bring them the truth until it's too late.
In this final Conflict IQ episode, discover the …
Episode 100: Conflict IQ, Part 2 – Reading the Room Before Hidden Conflict Explodes
Welcome to Episode 100 of Things Leaders Do! I can’t believe we’ve hit this milestone together. Thank you to every listener who’s been here along the way—your feedback and stories keep pushing me to …
Conflict IQ 101 – Why You Need It Yesterday
Ever walked out of a meeting thinking everyone was aligned—only to realize the real conversation started in the hallway? That’s not alignment. That’s avoidance. And it’s killing your team’s potential…
Your Gen X Boss Decoder Ring: A Field Guide for Millennials and Gen Z
Ever wondered why your Gen X boss seems to speak in code? Why they get weird when you ask "why" or seem obsessed with how many hours you work? This episode flips the script—giving Millennials and Gen…
What Gen X Gets Wrong About Leadership
If you’ve ever said, “Because I said so” in a meeting, you might be leading like it’s still 1989.
In this episode of Things Leaders Do, Colby Morris calls out his own generation—Gen X leaders—for the …
The Gen X Leader's Guide to Managing Millennials and Gen Z
Ever get frustrated trying to lead someone who sends emails in lowercase with no punctuation... but somehow they're your top performer? If you're a Gen X leader, you're sandwiched between generations…
The AI Bridge: Why Gen X Leaders Are Perfectly Positioned for the Next Big Shift
Gen X leaders have seen it all—floppy disks, dial-up, the rise of email, and the shift to remote work. So why does AI feel like such a curveball? In this episode of Things Leaders Do, Colby Morris ex…
What Gen X Gets Right About Leadership
What Gen X Gets Right About Leadership
Episode Summary
Gen X leaders don’t always get the spotlight—but they’ve been holding organizations together with grit, practicality, and quiet confidence for de…
Respond Like a Leader, Don't React Like a Boss
How People-First Leaders Handle What Bosses Just React To
Episode Description:
It’s easy to lead when everything’s running smoothly. But real leadership shows up in the messy moments—the missed deadli…
You Don’t Have a Succession Plan. So What Happens When Your Top Performer Leaves?
You Don’t Have a Succession Plan. So What Happens When Your Top Performer Leaves?
Episode Description:
If your top performer walked out tomorrow… would you have someone truly ready to step in? Most or…
Delegating Isn’t Leading—Until You Let Go of Control
Delegating Isn’t Leading—Until You Let Go of Control
Episode Description
Are you delegating… or just redistributing your to-do list?
In this episode of Things Leaders Do, Colby Morris breaks down the d…
Drowning in Decisions? You’re Leading the Wrong Way
Drowning in Decisions? You’re Leading the Wrong Way
Podcast Description
If your team can’t move without your input, you’re not leading—you’re bottlenecking.
In this episode of Things Leaders Do, Colby …
Being People-First Doesn’t Mean Being Passive—It Means Being Proactive
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Being People-First Doesn’t Mean Being Passive—It Means Being Proactive
Episode Description:
Too many leaders confuse being people-first with being conflict-avoidant. In this episode, Colby Morr…
The One-on-One Series Part 2: The Four Quadrants Every Leader Needs to Cover
The Secret to Great One-on-Ones: The Four Quadrants Every Leader Needs to Cover
If your one-on-ones are starting to feel routine—or worse, like a waste of time—this episode is for you.
In Part 2 of the…
The One-on-One Series: Why Your One-on-Ones Aren't Working
Why Your One-on-Ones Aren’t Working—And How to Fix Them
Episode 1 of the One-on-One Meeting Series | The Things Leaders Do Podcast with Colby Morris
Most one-on-one meetings aren’t working—and deep dow…
The Conflict Series, Episode 3: Managing Up — How to Disagree with Your Boss Without Killing Your Career
Managing Up — How to Disagree with Your Boss Without Killing Your Career
Disagreeing with your boss doesn’t have to be career suicide. In fact, it might be your most powerful leadership move—if you do…
The Conflict Series, Episode 2: How to Say Hard Things Without Burning Bridges
Struggling to have tough conversations without damaging relationships? You’re not alone—and this episode shows you how to lead with clarity and care.
In Part 2 of The Conflict Series, Colby Morris bre…
The Conflict Series: Your Team is Not a Family
The Conflict Series: Your Team is Not a Family
Is your workplace really a family—or are you avoiding the tough conversations your team actually needs?
In this episode of Things Leaders Do, Colby Morris…
How to Build Backup Systems That Scale — Without Creating Bottlenecks or Burnout
How to Build Backup Systems That Scale — Without Creating Bottlenecks or Burnout
Show Description:
If your business relies on one person to keep a process running, you don’t have a system — you have a …
Eliminating Single Points of Failure
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Eliminating Single Points of Failure | Things Leaders Do Podcast
Episode Description (Show Notes):
What happens if the one thing holding your organization together suddenly falls apart?
In…