Chris Failla's guest appearances

Chris Failla

The Leadership Habit

40 Plus: Gay Men. Gay Talk.

The Speaker Lab Podcast

Lead the People

Rick Clemons

Brad Montgomery

Chris Brogan

Mike Michalowicz

John Jantsch

Jim Kukral

Buck Angel

Chris Tompkins

Matt Marr

Stephen Warley

Grant Baldwin

Mark Sanborn

Neen James

Mike Kim

Erick Rheam

OwlTail

Chris is a husband, father, people and idea person. He helps energize people and teams through reframing stress, uncovering strengths, and cultivating connection. He’s been to 50 countries, worked with leaders on every inhabited continent, and hopes to get to Antarctica someday! Top 3 Takeaways  Create space. Our organizations and relationships at work have the potential to be places we go for healing and reinforcement. Making this a reality requires a new leadership approach. Be present. When you’re holding space with another person, do the little things that let them know you’re fully present with them. Turn off the phones, face them, and be all about them in that moment. Learn to love again. We don’t use the “L” word often enough at work. When we care deeply about those around us, we don’t have to make it awkward. We need to find our own way to let our love shine through.  From the Source “Essentially, it's this sense that all of us are longing for wholeness, right? All of us are longing for integration, and every interaction is an opportunity to move closer to that or move further from it.” “So what if we could use that to create and cultivate these healing spaces? And the workplace is ready for it. As humans, we’re ready for it. So I guess the question is, are our organizations ready for it?“ “The more that we can be those people that see the value, that see the importance, the significance of the person right in front of us, that in and of itself is strengthening.” “We have these assumptions that people can compartmentalize so well. The reality is that it's incredibly draining to try to compartmentalize these things that we all carry this emotional weight, these griefs, on a small scale to a large scale and to act like that's not affecting our capacity or to try to disregard it and just go on with business as usual, that's not sustainable.“ “So do we even notice the nuance and the contours of somebody's world? And that has to do with slowing down, right? Paying attention and being fully present. So often we're just moving so fast, or we're so, so focused that we don't even notice those little opportunities, right? To lean in and invite somebody to be seen.“ “I love what you talked about, the live wire, that spark of joy. One of the things that I really try to pay attention to—I actually have a post-it note underneath my monitor, right underneath you, purple, that's appropriate, it's on brand with Matt—and it says, ‘Am I having fun right now?’ And that's a simple, simple barometer for me of, ‘Do I want to continue in this? Is this where I want to be right now? And, what kind of presence, what kind of energy do I want to bring to it?’” “Things just go so much better when I put love first and then results follow. When I try to lead from results and then kind of like, squeeze in a little bit of love where possible, usually, A) there's no room and B) it doesn't really work.” “One of the things that I try to help people see is that, usually, as a leader, we're dealing more with polarities and paradoxes than we are problems. And so, making that distinction and seeing that, ‘Look, this isn't an issue of do you value him as a human or do you get him to do his work, it's yes, AND.’” “Then I realized, wait a minute, one of the reasons that self care doesn't really happen is because we think about it in an over individualized way. But if you emphasize belonging, self care follows, but if you emphasize self care, it doesn't stick.” “It's really about setting that container of love, results happen within the context of love, but results brought without that container of love result in alienation, right? Separation, frustration. It's counterproductive. It backfires.” “So I like to try to reframe stress for people, and self care around stress doesn't mean you're not stressed because you're inadequate, you're stressed because you care. And the invitation is to actually include yourself more in all of that caring that you do. So self care isn't caring less, right? For others, it's actually just expanding the circle of care to include yourself in it.” “I think it's so important for leaders to do the work to excavate and reflect on what fills your tank.” Connect with Chris LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisfailla/ Website: http://www.christophersparks.com References Where in the World? https://www.watercoolertrivia.com/trivia-questions/geography-trivia-questions

Chris is a husband, father, people and idea person. He helps energize people and teams through reframing stress, uncovering strengths, and cultivating connection. He’s been to 50 countries, worked with leaders on every inhabited continent, and hopes to get to Antarctica someday! Top 3 Takeaways <ol> <li>Create space. Our organizations and relationships at work have the potential to be places we go for healing and reinforcement. Making this a reality requires a new leadership approach.</li> <li>Be present. When you’re holding space with another person, do the little things that let them know you’re fully present with them. Turn off the phones, face them, and be all about them in that moment.</li> <li>Learn to love again. We don’t use the “L” word often enough at work. When we care deeply about those around us, we don’t have to make it awkward. We need to find our own way to let our love shine through.</li> </ol> From the Source “Essentially, it's this sense that all of us are longing for wholeness, right? All of us are longing for integration, and every interaction is an opportunity to move closer to that or move further from it.” “So what if we could use that to create and cultivate these healing spaces? And the workplace is ready for it. As humans, we’re ready for it. So I guess the question is, are our organizations ready for it?“ “The more that we can be those people that see the value, that see the importance, the significance of the person right in front of us, that in and of itself is strengthening.” “We have these assumptions that people can compartmentalize so well. The reality is that it's incredibly draining to try to compartmentalize these things that we all carry this emotional weight, these griefs, on a small scale to a large scale and to act like that's not affecting our capacity or to try to disregard it and just go on with business as usual, that's not sustainable.“ “So do we even notice the nuance and the contours of somebody's world? And that has to do with slowing down, right? Paying attention and being fully present. So often we're just moving so fast, or we're so, so focused that we don't even notice those little opportunities, right? To lean in and invite somebody to be seen.“ “I love what you talked about, the live wire, that spark of joy. One of the things that I really try to pay attention to—I actually have a post-it note underneath my monitor, right underneath you, purple, that's appropriate, it's on brand with Matt—and it says, ‘Am I having fun right now?’ And that's a simple, simple barometer for me of, ‘Do I want to continue in this? Is this where I want to be right now? And, what kind of presence, what kind of energy do I want to bring to it?’” “Things just go so much better when I put love first and then results follow. When I try to lead from results and then kind of like, squeeze in a little bit of love where possible, usually, A) there's no room and B) it doesn't really work.” “One of the things that I try to help people see is that, usually, as a leader, we're dealing more with polarities and paradoxes than we are problems. And so, making that distinction and seeing that, ‘Look, this isn't an issue of do you value him as a human or do you get him to do his work, it's yes, AND.’” “Then I realized, wait a minute, one of the reasons that self care doesn't really happen is because we think about it in an over individualized way. But if you emphasize belonging, self care follows, but if you emphasize self care, it doesn't stick.” “It's really about setting that container of love, results happen within the context of love, but results brought without that container of love result in alienation, right? Separation, frustration. It's counterproductive. It backfires.” “So I like to try to reframe stress for people, and self care around stress doesn't mean you're not stressed because you're inadequate, you're stressed because you care. And the invitation is to actually include yourself more in all of that caring that you do. So self care isn't caring less, right? For others, it's actually just expanding the circle of care to include yourself in it.” “I think it's so important for leaders to do the work to excavate and reflect on what fills your tank.” Connect with Chris LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisfailla/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisfailla/</a> Website: <a href="http://www.christophersparks.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.christophersparks.com</a> References Where in the World? <a href="https://www.watercoolertrivia.com/trivia-questions/geography-trivia-questions" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.watercoolertrivia.com/trivia-questions/geography-trivia-questions</a>

#46: The Well-Traveled Leader with Chris Failla

Play to Your Team’s Strengths with Strengths Performance Coach, Chris Failla Jenn DeWall: It’s Jenn DeWall, and on this week’s episode of The Leadership Habit podcast, I sat down with Chris Failla. As a Gallup Certified Strengths Performance Coach, speaker, and trusted advisor. Chris helps unlock you and your team’s full potential through strengths. Chris […] The post Play to Your Team’s Strengths with Strengths Performance Coach, Chris Failla appeared first on Crestcom International.

Play to Your Team’s Strengths with Strengths Performance Coach, Chris Failla Jenn DeWall: It’s Jenn DeWall, and on this week’s episode of The Leadership Habit podcast, I sat down with Chris Failla. As a Gallup Certified Strengths Performance Coach, speaker, and trusted advisor. Chris helps unlock you and your team’s full potential through strengths. Chris […] The post <a href="https://crestcom.com/blog/2021/06/25/play-to-your-teams-strengths-with-strengths-performance-coach-chris-failla/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play to Your Team’s Strengths with Strengths Performance Coach, Chris Failla</a> appeared first on <a href="https://crestcom.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crestcom International</a>.

Play to Your Team’s Strengths with Strengths Performance Coach, Chris Failla

At the heart of every guy there is a man who want's to be his own man, his way. A guy who wants to be seen, heard, and understood...on his terms. And, almost every man struggles with finding his masculine identity that fits him and his soul. So just how do you find that inner man, that strength, and that energy to be who you are, regardless of what others think of you.Chris Failla joins me for a candid conversation about manhood, father son relationships, and find your own masculine vibe in a world where masculinity is often contrived by societal expectations. During this conversation we invite you to step into the soul of your own manhood and give yourself permission to be you.About ChrisChris Failla is a Gallup-certified Strengths Coach, speaker, facilitator, and coach. He helps people and teams activate and steward their strengths, their values, their relationships, and their energy. Chris has a Master's Degree in Global Leadership, and spent 5 years doing community development in China. He has been to 40 countries and has worked with people on every inhabited continent. Chris has been married to Sarah for almost 18 years, and they have three boys. He is also the Community Architect of a local faith community called Coastlands (www.coastlandsvineyard.org). When he's not play-working, you can find him mountain biking, snowboarding, teaching, or adventuring with his family.Connect With ChrisWebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInHey Guys, Check This Out!Are you a guy who keeps struggling to do that thing? You know the thing you keep telling yourself and others you’re going to do, but never do? Then it’s time to get real and figure out why.Join the 40 Plus Men's Chat's. Learn about about - Click Here!Break free of fears. Make bold moves. Live life without apologiesP.S. get your free My Bold Life Manifesto, right here - rickclemons.com/manifesto/You can also listen to the podcast on…

At the heart of every guy there is a man who want's to be his own man, his way. A guy who wants to be seen, heard, and understood...on his terms. And, almost every man struggles with finding his masculine identity that fits him and his soul. So just how do you find that inner man, that strength, and that energy to be who you are, regardless of what others think of you.Chris Failla joins me for a candid conversation about manhood, father son relationships, and find your own masculine vibe in a world where masculinity is often contrived by societal expectations. During this conversation we invite you to step into the soul of your own manhood and give yourself permission to be you.<h2>About Chris</h2>Chris Failla is a Gallup-certified Strengths Coach, speaker, facilitator, and coach. He helps people and teams activate and steward their strengths, their values, their relationships, and their energy. Chris has a Master's Degree in Global Leadership, and spent 5 years doing community development in China. He has been to 40 countries and has worked with people on every inhabited continent. Chris has been married to Sarah for almost 18 years, and they have three boys. He is also the Community Architect of a local faith community called Coastlands (<a href="http://www.coastlandsvineyard.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.coastlandsvineyard.org</a>). When he's not play-working, you can find him mountain biking, snowboarding, teaching, or adventuring with his family.<h2>Connect With Chris</h2><a href="https://www.chrisfailla.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="http://www.facebook.com/cpfailla" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a><a href="http://www.instagram.com/chrisfailla" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisfailla/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a><h2>Hey Guys, Check This Out!</h2>Are you a guy who keeps struggling to do that thing? You know the thing you keep telling yourself and others you’re going to do, but never do? Then it’s time to get real and figure out why.Join the 40 Plus Men's Chat's. Learn about about - <a href="https://rickclemons.com/40-plus-mens-chats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click Here!</a>Break free of fears. Make bold moves. Live life without apologiesP.S. get your free My Bold Life Manifesto, right here - <a href="https://rickclemons.com/manifesto/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rickclemons.com/manifesto/</a><h2>You can also listen to the podcast on…</h2>

101: Finding Your Soul Center As A Man – Chris Failla