THIS Leader Podcast
Episode 02: Setting Your Leadership Standards
February 17, 2025
In this powerful episode, we dive into one of the fundamental secrets of high-impact leaders: setting clear leadership standards. Discover the 5 Cs of leadership that can transform how you show up as a leader, even in the most challenging situations. Learn practical ways to define and live by your own leadership standards to create more meaningful connections and drive better results.
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As leaders, we often find ourselves caught in the daily whirlwind of putting out fires and supporting our team, while trying to maintain our own high standards.
In this episode, I share a powerful framework - the 5 Cs of Leadership - that will help you show up as your best self, even during challenging moments.
Whether you're dealing with difficult team dynamics or feeling overwhelmed by competing demands, these leadership standards will serve as your north star.
Discover how to build stronger connections, create crystal-clear communication, use curiosity to develop your team, find courage in tough situations, and maintain the consistency that builds trust.
This isn't about adding more to your plate - it's about having clear standards that make decision-making easier and help you lead with greater impact and fulfillment.
"When you decide what YOUR standards are, they become guidelines that help you make better decisions, and know how to behave and interact with others - especially in challenging times. When things are hard, our leadership needs to shine - those are the most important moments."
Highlights from this episode:
In this episode, we explore:
- The hidden power of setting leadership standards (and why they matter most when everything feels chaotic)
- How the 5 Cs of Leadership can transform your impact without adding to your workload
- The connection secret that helps you stay grounded when everyone needs something from you
- A practical approach to maintaining self-awareness when you're pulled in multiple directions
- The clarity framework that prevents misunderstandings and saves hours of cleanup time
- Why asking questions is more powerful than having all the answers (and how to do it effectively)
- How to overcome conflict avoidance and address difficult situations with confidence
- The simple strategy that builds trust and psychological safety in your team
- Why unpredictable leadership kills team motivation (and how to avoid this common trap)
- Three powerful ways to share your leadership standards that actually inspire change
- The reflection exercise that helps you define your own authentic leadership standards
Links mentioned in this episode:
Share your leadership standards with Claire on Instagram @ClaireLaughlinConsulting
Learn more and access free resources at:Â www.clairelaughlin.com
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About your Host
Claire Laughlin, MA, Organizational Development Consultant
Hi! I'm Claire Laughlin, and I love helping leaders like you create workplaces where people truly thrive.
For over two decades, I've been rolling up my sleeves alongside teams and organizations, using hands-on methods that actually work (because let's face it - theory only gets you so far!).Â
I specialize in teaching leaders how to engage their teams, helping managers become more effective facilitators, and showing people how to work better together.
I'm also a master facilitator for the Six Types of Working Genius® - a fantastic tool that helps you understand and leverage your natural talents.
When I'm not helping leaders like you build happy, high-energy workplaces, I'm enjoying a hike in the forest with my dog Fiona, spending time with my family or curled up with a great book.
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