Put First Things First – Time Management Strategies for High-Performing Leaders

By John Burt, Executive Leadership Coach If you’re in a senior leadership role, chances are your days are filled with meetings, decisions, and competing demands. Time is your most limited—and most valuable—resource. But here’s the truth:…
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Coach or Trusted Advisor?

What Executives Really Think About Coaching Let’s face it. Most senior executives don’t think that they need (or want) a “coach”.  Coaching is something they may have received earlier in their careers if at all, like one executive…

The Power of an Abundance Mindset in a Competitive World

We live in a hyper-competitive world where results often seem like the only thing that matters. Whether it's winning, gaining a competitive edge, or simply attracting more attention, likes, or followers, the pressure to succeed can be overwhelming.…
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Leading Change: What Executives Need Most

Leadership at the executive level often comes with a perception of invincibility—an expectation that those at the top have all the answers. However, the reality is far from this belief. Even the most accomplished executives need…

Seeing Through Privilege

Everyone has some privilege. Regardless of your background or life experiences, you were likely born into or had access to resources, and opportunities that others have not. The problem with privilege comes from not being aware of your privilege…

Critical Decision-making: The Role of Values and Core Purpose

I’ve been a leader for most of my life.  Whether it be Boy Scouts or my school sports teams growing up, or professional roles in business and community organizations as an adult.  I’ve gravitated toward leadership positions with a strong…
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The Secrets of My Success with Liz Hector

What a privilege to connect with a good friend and former colleague from PwC and IBM, Liz Hector, and be part of her acclaimed podcast “The Secret of Your Success”. In addition to being an awesome executive consultant, Liz is now a Director…

Become a Self-Aware Leader

BECOME A SELF-AWARE LEADER “I’m good” or “I’m all set”. These are some comments you’ll hear from leaders when asked what they’re doing to improve their leadership abilities. These static answers suggest a leader that is not…

Introverts: Leverage Your Strengths to Become a Great Leader

Introverts: Leverage Your Strengths to Become a Great Leader “We don’t need giant personalities to transform companies. We need leaders who build not their own egos but the institutions they run.” – Susan Cain Experts estimate that 33%-50% of…

John Burt Shares His Leadership Insights with KTLA-TV

John Burt Shares His Leadership Insights with KTLA-TV John Burt, executive leadership coach based in Pasadena, CA, was recently featured on Los Angeles’ KTLA 5 News, where he shared some useful insights on leadership qualities. In a segment…