EP415: Leon Barnes — Controlling the Narrative, & Shining as a Leader by Always Displaying Honesty & Vulnerability

Leon Barnes is the Director of Member Results at The Collective Genius. He has a background in the corporate world and real estate and shares some of his insights that he's learned as a leader in the industry for many years. Times are tough for many people, but it's important to be honest with your team members and to really try your best to hold onto the rockstars. In this week's episode, Leon shares his insights on how to create a winning culture so that everyone is pulling together! Key Takeaways: Find a coach or mentor that will help guide you through the tough challenges. Be honest with your team. If money isn't coming in, they're going to know. People get inspired when they see their leaders in the trenches with the rest of them. There is a lot of fun in grinding with your team. When it comes to leadership, transparency and vulnerability are the new currency. When something is out of your control, it doesn't matter. Focus on what you CAN control! How can you "control your own narrative"? Be the optimist to your team. Winning is a habit and so is losing! There is a culture within your organization, whether intentional or not. Empower your team to lead and succeed. Leon knew he had the right person on his team when they were smarter than him or have the potential to replace him. How can you get buy-in from your team? It's critical to have check-ins with your team. When you know too much about a manager or a boss, it can end up backfiring. It's important to keep a professional relationship. It will take you a long way when you don't burn bridges. The world is a small place! Mentioned in This Episode: Do you see the value in a High-Level Mastermind Community of Successful Entrepreneurs? Do you believe the right Coaching can help get you to where you want to go? Learn more about ASCEND, and let's have a conversation to see how we can help you ascend your LIFE & BUSINESS! Connect with Leon: Thecollectivegenius.com, and mention you were referred by Alex Pardo from The Flip Empire Show LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts: http://www.flipempire.com/podcast SUBSCRIBE TO ALEX PARDO'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW: https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo How To Grow Your Business, Expand Your Impact, and Experience Your Perfect Life Don't Wait To Enjoy Your Life Tomorrow, Live It Today: https://www.AscendYourSuccess.com/ Access to Online Course: 5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less): http://www.flipempire.com WHO IS ALEX PARDO? https://flipempire.com/about/ FOLLOW ME ON: INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/alexpardo25 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pardoYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo Tweetables: "Be vulnerable, too. Here's something I did that we can all learn from and continue to grow." "It's your story with your business. It doesn't matter what's happening outside, the message they have with their team is good." "No matter how bad it is, you have to be a forever optimist to your team as well." Ask Alex A Question: Have a question you want featured on an upcoming Flip Empire Show? Head over to the Ask Alex page, and record your question. We've made it super easy for you, so let us know what challenges you are having, and Alex will answer it personally! Did you get your FREE Online Course? Head over to FlipEmpire.com and get instant access to the "5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less)" video module training course. Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!