The secret weapon of high-performing leaders isn't what you think.

Gratitude isn't just for Thanksgiving anymore. It's becoming the cornerstone of effective leadership.

In this episode of Get Unstuck & On Target, host Mike O'Neill sits down with David George Brooke, known as "That Gratitude Guy," to unpack how a simple shift in mindset can transform your leadership style and your life.

Brooke, a former Nordstrom store manager turned gratitude expert, shares his journey from corporate America to becoming a bestselling author and speaker. He reveals how a tragic personal loss became the catalyst for his mission to spread the power of gratitude.

Key insights from the conversation:

• The science behind gratitude: It's not just feel-good fluff. Brooke cites research showing how practicing gratitude can lead to improved health, reduced anxiety, and increased happiness.

• The 5-minute habit that's changing lives: Brooke breaks down his daily gratitude journaling practice and how it's impacted thousands.

• Why listening might be your most underrated leadership skill: Mike and David discuss the transformative power of truly hearing your team.

• The Golden Rule of management: Brooke shares his no-nonsense approach to leading by example.

• How gratitude can pull you out of a downward spiral: Real-life examples of people finding hope through thankfulness.

Mike O'Neill brings his executive coaching expertise to the table, asking probing questions that get to the heart of how leaders can implement these practices for tangible results.

Whether you're a seasoned CEO or an aspiring team lead, this episode offers practical strategies to create a more positive, productive workplace culture through the power of appreciation.

Don't miss Brooke's challenge to listeners at the end - it might just be the nudge you need to start your own gratitude practice today.

Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.unstuck.show/193