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The Lead Up Podcast

The Lead Up Podcast

By: Mike Harbour
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You are looking for quick answers and shortcuts. You want better results as a leader. All leaders desire better performance out of themselves and their teams, but you don't have time to waste. The Lead Up Podcast is your place for quick, actionable leadership lessons to get on the express lane of leading others. Great leaders know the way, show the way, and go the way. The best leaders step up to lead, they don't wait on others, they never stop working to make themselves better. They understand that everything rises and falls on leadership. The Lead Up Podcast exists to share ideas we have learned along the way and best practices in our interviews of thoughts leaders from around the globe.© 2025 Mike Harbour and Harbour Resources Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership Personal Development Personal Success
Episodes
  • Episode 442 Fearless Leadership: Embracing Challenges and Inspiring Courage
    Jun 20 2025

    In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour dives into the topic of fearless leadership and how leaders can overcome fear while embracing challenges.

    Mike emphasizes that fear is a natural part of leadership and shares three actionable steps to harness it for growth and resilience. He recounts personal stories and examples of leaders who faced fear head-on, offering insights into the power of mindset shifts, focusing on mission, and celebrating progress over perfection.

    Give this episode a listen, and leave encouraged to reframe fear as an opportunity, use vulnerability and authenticity, and inspire courage within your teams.

    If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: Mike@harbourresources.com to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future.

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    23 mins
  • Episode 441 Get Your Ship Together with Mike Abrashoff
    Jun 12 2025

    In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour engages in a compelling conversation with Captain Mike Abrashoff.

    Captain Abrashoff shares his journey of transforming one of the worst-performing ships in the Navy into the best within two years by implementing innovative leadership techniques and fostering a culture of respect and curiosity.

    The discussion delves into the principles of servant leadership, the importance of self-awareness, and actionable strategies for driving engagement and retention in any organization.

    If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: Mike@harbourresources.com to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future.

    You can learn more about Mike Abrashoff here.

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    45 mins
  • Episode 440 The Power of 90 Days: Steps to Transform Onboarding
    Jun 6 2025

    In this episode of The Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour delves into the significance of the first 90 days for new hires in any organization.

    Mike discusses tactics to engage and retain top talent, emphasizing the importance of a structured onboarding process he refers to as 'activation.' He shares actionable strategies for leaders to transform their onboarding stages, from pre-boarding to integration, and highlights the critical role of setting clear expectations and celebrating small wins.

    Drawing from his book 'Quit Losing Talent,' Mike provides insights on how investing time in new hires during their initial 90 days can significantly enhance their long-term productivity and engagement.

    If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: Mike@harbourresources.com to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future.

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    23 mins
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