On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek The Original Series, The Deadly Years (Season 2, Episode 11). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Kirk and Commodore Stocker. Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performance-review  Starfleet Leadership Academy Online Store: www.starfleetleadership.academy/store  Starfleet Leadership Academy Consulting https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/p/consulting/  Follow the Academy and connect through: Website: https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/SFLApodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefftakin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebdT7xtm2237q0f857BBuw Got friends who are fans of Star Trek or interested in topics on leadership? Don't forget to share the podcast! Support the Starfleet Leadership Academy Podcast on: https://patreon.com/sfla And if you visit the episode page at https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/, you'll find a transcript of this episode. The Starfleet Leadership Academy is a proud member of the ElectraCast Media Best Business Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Voyager, The Fight (Season 5, Episode 19). He will examine the leadership approach of Captain Janeway. Not only do we get into some philosophy with Epicetus, but we also breakdown why combat sports are the most pure form of human expression. Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performance-review  Starfleet Leadership Academy Online Store: www.starfleetleadership.academy/store  Starfleet Leadership Academy Consulting https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/p/consulting/  Follow the Academy and connect through: Website: https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/SFLApodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefftakin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebdT7xtm2237q0f857BBuw Got friends who are fans of Star Trek or interested in topics on leadership? Don't forget to share the podcast! Support the Starfleet Leadership Academy Podcast on: https://patreon.com/sfla And if you visit the episode page at https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/, you'll find a transcript of this episode. The Starfleet Leadership Academy is a proud member of the ElectraCast Media Best Business Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Jeff Akin shares an incredible episode of the Deep Leadership Podcast (Check it out here https://jonsrennie.com/) Jacob Morgan is a professionally trained futurist, keynote speaker, and best-selling author of 5 books including Leading with Vulnerability: Unlock Your Greatest Superpower to Transform Yourself, Your Team, and Your Organization. Jon S Rennie interviews him and this is one you do not want to miss! Deep Leadership is also a member of ElectraCast Media's Best Business Network and one of my all-time favorite podcasts! Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performance-review  Starfleet Leadership Academy Online Store: www.starfleetleadership.academy/store  Starfleet Leadership Academy Consulting https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/p/consulting/  Follow the Academy and connect through: Website: https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/SFLApodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefftakin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebdT7xtm2237q0f857BBuw Got friends who are fans of Star Trek or interested in topics on leadership? Don't forget to share the podcast! Support the Starfleet Leadership Academy Podcast on: https://patreon.com/sfla And if you visit the episode page at https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/, you'll find a transcript of this episode. The Starfleet Leadership Academy is a proud member of the ElectraCast Media Best Business Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek The Animated Series, The Practical Joker (Season 2, Episode 3). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Kirk. In this episode, Jeff discusses the importance of distinguishing between what is critical and what is urgent or routine. The crew faces escalating pranks and a treacherous from the ship's computer. He highlights the need for leaders to prioritize effectively and maintain composure, using Captain Kirk as an example. Jeff also touches upon the hero's journey in modern media and emphasize the importance of making wise decisions in leadership. Additionally, he introduces an exercise for categorizing tasks and discuss the freedom that comes with understanding established systems to handle emergencies. Points to Consider for Task Prioritization: How does the task benefit the team? What are the consequences of not completing the task? What is the time sensitivity? Does the task serve short- or long-term impacts? How does the task align with your personal and organizational values? Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performance-review  Starfleet Leadership Academy Online Store: www.starfleetleadership.academy/store  Starfleet Leadership Academy Consulting https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/p/consulting/  Follow the Academy and connect through: Website: https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/SFLApodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefftakin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebdT7xtm2237q0f857BBuw Got friends who are fans of Star Trek or interested in topics on leadership? Don't forget to share the podcast! Support the Starfleet Leadership Academy Podcast on: https://patreon.com/sfla And if you visit the episode page at https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/, you'll find a transcript of this episode. The Starfleet Leadership Academy is a proud member of the ElectraCast Media Best Business Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek The Next Generation, The Icarus Factor (Season 2, Episode 14). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Picard. "Great leaders create more leaders." As Commander Riker considers accepting a promotion and his own command, Captain Picard gives us the opportunity to examine what it means to do this. Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performance-review  Starfleet Leadership Academy Online Store: www.starfleetleadership.academy/store  Starfleet Leadership Academy Consulting https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/p/consulting/  Follow the Academy and connect through: Website: https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/SFLApodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefftakin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebdT7xtm2237q0f857BBuw Got friends who are fans of Star Trek or interested in topics on leadership? Don't forget to share the podcast! Support the Starfleet Leadership Academy Podcast on: https://patreon.com/sfla And if you visit the episode page at https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/, you'll find a transcript of this episode. The Starfleet Leadership Academy is a proud member of the ElectraCast Media Best Business Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Enterprise, Anomaly (Season 3, Episode 2). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Archer. The Enterprise is not doing well in the Delphic Expanse and neither is Captain Archer. Faced with a near-impossible situation, he chooses to react in...a way. Jeff talks about the importance of controlling your reactions as a leader. Jim Rohn Talk Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performance-review  Starfleet Leadership Academy Online Store: www.starfleetleadership.academy/store  Starfleet Leadership Academy Consulting https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/p/consulting/  Follow the Academy and connect through: Website: https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/SFLApodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefftakin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebdT7xtm2237q0f857BBuw Got friends who are fans of Star Trek or interested in topics on leadership? Don't forget to share the podcast! Support the Starfleet Leadership Academy Podcast on: https://patreon.com/sfla And if you visit the episode page at https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/, you'll find a transcript of this episode. The Starfleet Leadership Academy is a proud member of the ElectraCast Media Best Business Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Jeff Akin talks about Ted Lasso, the WGA/SAG-AFTRA Strike and The Trek Snack Squad Info on Snack Squad: Claire Willett Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performance-review  Starfleet Leadership Academy Online Store: www.starfleetleadership.academy/store  Starfleet Leadership Academy Consulting https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/p/consulting/  Follow the Academy and connect through: Website: https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/SFLApodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefftakin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebdT7xtm2237q0f857BBuw Got friends who are fans of Star Trek or interested in topics on leadership? Don't forget to share the podcast! Support the Starfleet Leadership Academy Podcast on: https://patreon.com/sfla And if you visit the episode page at https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/, you'll find a transcript of this episode. The Starfleet Leadership Academy is a proud member of the ElectraCast Media Best Business Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this special episode, Jeff Akin reviews The Orville, Old Wounds (Season 1, Episode 1). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Ed Mercer. Leaders MUST process their emotions. Stoicism may play a role, from time-to-time, but strong leaders are emotionally intelligent, and a part of emotional intelligence is taking the time, and doing the work, to process emotions. This a special episode from Red Squad! The bonus episodes from the Starfleet Leadership Academy Patreon. Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performance-review  Starfleet Leadership Academy Online Store: www.starfleetleadership.academy/store  Starfleet Leadership Academy Consulting https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/p/consulting/  Follow the Academy and connect through: Website: https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/SFLApodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefftakin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebdT7xtm2237q0f857BBuw Got friends who are fans of Star Trek or interested in topics on leadership? Don't forget to share the podcast! Support the Starfleet Leadership Academy Podcast on: https://patreon.com/sfla And if you visit the episode page at https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/, you'll find a transcript of this episode. The Starfleet Leadership Academy is a proud member of the ElectraCast Media Best Business Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Deep Space 9, Vortex (Season 1, Episode 12). He will examine the leadership approaches of Commander Sisko. Jeff delves into the importance of setting clear expectations in the workplace. He emphasizes that having a clear understanding of what is expected is crucial for both employees and managers. Clear communication about what constitutes a good job is essential for correcting and coaching employees. Jeff also touches on the topic of termination, emphasizing that clear expectations and communication are crucial in such situations. Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performance-review  Starfleet Leadership Academy Online Store: www.starfleetleadership.academy/store  Starfleet Leadership Academy Consulting https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/p/consulting/  Follow the Academy and connect through: Website: https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/SFLApodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefftakin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebdT7xtm2237q0f857BBuw Got friends who are fans of Star Trek or interested in topics on leadership? Don't forget to share the podcast! Support the Starfleet Leadership Academy Podcast on: https://patreon.com/sfla And if you visit the episode page at https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/, you'll find a transcript of this episode. The Starfleet Leadership Academy is a proud member of the ElectraCast Media Best Business Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Lower Decks, Moist Vessel (Season 1, Episode 4). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Freeman and Ensign Mariner. If we only did things we love to do at work, they wouldn't need to give us money to show up. But that doesn't mean you can't enjoy those things that make you feel like you're earning your paycheck. As Freeman continues to mismanage her crew, Mariner decides to find joy in the garbage tasks she is being given. Jeff breaks this down and shares how you can do the same. Nir Eyal article: https://ideas.ted.com/want-to-be-less-distracted-try-this-find-the-fun-in-tedious-tasks/ Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performance-review  Starfleet Leadership Academy Online Store: www.starfleetleadership.academy/store  Starfleet Leadership Academy Consulting https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/p/consulting/  Follow the Academy and connect through: Website: https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/SFLApodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefftakin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebdT7xtm2237q0f857BBuw Got friends who are fans of Star Trek or interested in topics on leadership? Don't forget to share the podcast! Support the Starfleet Leadership Academy Podcast on: https://patreon.com/sfla And if you visit the episode page at https://www.starfleetleadership.academy/, you'll find a transcript of this episode. The Starfleet Leadership Academy is a proud member of the ElectraCast Media Best Business Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices