Straight Talk on Leadership with Dean Crisp

Straight Talk on Leadership with Dean Crisp

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Episode:147 Team vs Work Group

In this episode of Straight Talk on Leadership, Dean breaks down a powerful leadership truth: Not every group is a team.Are you leading a unified team committed to a shared mission — or simply managing a group of individuals focused on their own success?Dean shares practical, no- ...  Show more

Episode 146: The Mojo Effect- How Leaders Keep Their Edge

In this episode, Dean Crisp and JP Harvey discuss the mojo effect—how leaders keep their edge when motivation fades and pressure rises. A practical conversation on mindset, discipline, and leading yourself through frustration, growth, and challenge.© 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL ...  Show more

Episode 145: Direction Before Motivation

On this episode, Dean Crisp and Daniel Richard discuss why motivation fades without direction—and how leaders can create clarity through listening, accountability, and intentional action. A practical conversation on leading yourself and others with focus and purpose as the new ye ...  Show more

Episode 144: The Dos and Don'ts of Leadership

On this episode, Dean discusses the many dos and don'ts for leaders in leading yourself, leading others, and leading the organization. © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED). 

Episode 143: The Power of the Sticky Note

On this episode, Dean is joined by, Mekenzie Craig, who is the Director of Operations / Marketing Director for LHLN. They discuss the importance of appreciation in the workplace and why it matters. They also discuss a few generational differences in how things are viewed and/or p ...  Show more