Season 2, Episode 14: Tia Graham

Let me introduce you to today’s guest: Tia Graham. Tia is the author of a book called Be a Happy Leader, a recent release and Amazon bestseller. She is an international keynote speaker, best-selling author and leadership trainer on positive psychology, positive work cultures, and business growth. She has worked with dozens of global companies such as Hilton Hotels, Hewlett Packard, and The American Heart Association. With multiple certifications in neuroscience, positive psychology, coaching, and employee retention, and over 14 years of leadership experience, Tia is widely regarded by business leaders in her field.

In today’s episode you will hear:

• What led Tia to her passion for happiness…and happy leaders

• Tia’s eight step methodology to being a happy leader (and remember, we’re all leaders)

• Tia’s answer to the question HOW…How do you make the choice to be happy?

This episode is packed full of wisdom so be sure to take notes and identify some things you’ll begin applying in your own life…so jump in and give a listen to my conversation with Tia.  

QUOTES:

“Everyone is a leader.” - Tia Graham

“Strategies are what help us get out of a lower level of happiness and satisfaction to your desired higher level.” - Danny Bader

“The goal is to have more pleasant emotions than painful ones, not to feel no pain.” - Tia Graham

“Our world would be much more gentler, calmer, full of love if more people took the time to be still.” - Danny Bader

“Research shows about 40% of our happiness comes from our choices.” - Tia Graham

“The number one predictor of happiness is human connection.” - Tia Graham

“One strategy to happiness is to connect with what's giving you meaning and purpose in your life.” - Tia Graham

“Common sense is not always common action.” - Tia Graham

“There is a big distinction in that language between need and want.” - Danny Bader