Episode 48

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13th Oct 2025

Move Beyond Intention: Master Strategic Leadership through Planning

Today, Nick argues that while decisiveness is praised, it can lead to failure without a solid plan in place.

In this episode of Scaling New Heights Leadership, he tackles the myth of equating busyness with productivity.

With listeners, Nick explores common reasons leaders avoid planning, such as fear of accountability, addiction to crisis management, the illusion of flexibility, and the comfort of winging it.

He introduces the Eisenhower Matrix as a tool to help leaders prioritize effectively and emphasizes the importance of protecting 'important but not urgent' tasks to achieve long-term success.

Tune in to learn how to create a 90-day plan that provides focus, builds credibility, and inspires your team to follow your lead.

 

00:00 Introduction: The Myth of Decisiveness

00:18 The Importance of Planning

01:18 Common Excuses for Avoiding Planning

03:00 The Eisenhower Matrix: A Tool for Effective Leadership

05:17 The Impact of Planning on Leadership

06:51 Balancing Planning and Flexibility

07:35 Practical Steps to Effective Planning

08:54 Conclusion and Weekly Challenge

09:37 Subscribe for More Leadership Insights

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About the Podcast

Scaling New Heights: Leadership at the Next Level
Taking Leaders Beyond Limits, One Step at a Time
In Scaling New Heights: Leadership at the Next Level, we guide business leaders and entrepreneurs from overwhelm and “stuck” to new heights of success and achievement. Through insightful interviews, expert advice, and actionable strategies, this podcast is your go-to resource for breaking out of chaos and elevating your leadership. Whether you’re navigating tough decisions, managing fast growth, or striving for work-life balance, we help you unlock your potential and develop the mindset needed to excel. Join us as we share stories and insights from executive and business coaching, and learn how you can take your leadership to the next level.

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Nick Sellers

Even leaders need a helping hand to achieve their potential. I bring decades of corporate experience and a keen interest in people to my coaching and mentoring activities. And I really like to help those who want to grow and develop.
For more information, you can find me on LinkedIn and schedule a quick call.