TheNelsons Podcasts

LeadYoung 109: The Big Five

Dr. Nelson explains one of the most researched explanations of qualities that make strong team members. Leaders benefit from understanding these, along with recognizing the one characteristic most of them probably lack. 

LeadYoung 108: The Attribution Theory

Dr. Nelson explains one of the primary theories on how people perceive themselves, others, and how this can impact their relationships, decisions and attitudes. He offers great insights to leaders for helping their team avoid these gaps.

LeadYoung 106: How to Motivate the 3 People on Every Team

Dr. Nelson introduces McClelland's Needs Theory, focusing on three distinct motivators: achievement, power and affiliation. Leaders need to understand these three leanings on their team. 

LeadYoung 104: Why People Quit Your Team

Dr. Nelson explains why people give up on you as a leader. Instead of taking it personally, you can address their primary needs in following you.

LeadYoung 103: The 2 Things People Seek in Leaders

Dr. Nelson talks about the two primary things that people look for in their leaders. When they fail to provide these, others will lack commitment. 

LeadYoung 102: Sitch Leading

Dr. Nelson explains the concept of situational leadership to young leaders, helping them understand that one size doesn't fit all. Instead, they need to change between four different styles. 

LeadYoung 101: Herzberger’s Two-Factor Theory

Dr. Nelson explains one of the most significant motivational theories that looks at satisfaction from two angles. It offers young leaders a perspective on gaining commitment. 

How to Be a Five-Star Boss in Senior Living

Dr. Alan Nelson and Nancy, share insights from Alan's book (The Five Star Boss), illustrated by Nancy from a senior living facility. This audio track is from a seminar they did for CALA (California Assisted Living Assoc.). You can see a video of this webinar on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/BHBQ9Y9jO3Y 

For more info on Alan's book, go to Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Five-Star-Boss-Becoming-Manager-Others/dp/1080222596/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1R8L154HH4N43&keywords=The+Five+Star+Boss+Alan+Nelson&qid=1683146685&sprefix=the+five+star+boss+alan+nelson%2Caps%2C188&sr=8-1 

KidLead 109: Does Nature or Nurture Make Leaders?

In this podcast, Dr. Nelson offers more research-oriented insights into the combination of talent versus development, looking at the capacity of children and teens to learn leadership. He pushes back on the idea that everyone can be a leader (depending on how you define it). 

Here's a link to Dr. Nelson's audiobook, My Kid Leads!

https://www.audible.com/pd/My-Kid-Leads-Audiobook/B0BF7MFDC6?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp 

KidLead 108: Four Developmental Stages of Young Leader Development

In this podcast, Dr. Nelson describes four age-and-stage opportunities to develop leadership skills for ages 3 through 18. Each one offers a unique approach to focus on character and competence. 

Here's a link to Dr. Nelson's audiobook, My Kid Leads!

https://www.audible.com/pd/My-Kid-Leads-Audiobook/B0BF7MFDC6?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp