Staffing & Recruiter Training Podcast

In this episode of The Rainmaking Podcast, host Scott Love speaks with Lee Coffee, executive coach, professional speaker, and former senior military leader, about building high-performance teams. Lee shares his leadership insights from his experience in the military and corporate environments, emphasizing the importance of trust, communication, and emotional intelligence in driving team success. He explains how leaders can create a psychologically safe environment where team members feel valued, motivated, and empowered to perform at their highest potential. Key topics include fostering trust as the foundation of leadership, managing ego to encourage collaboration, and leading with emotional intelligence to navigate difficult conversations effectively. Lee introduces the concept of putting stress between the person and the task—not between the leader and the person—when addressing performance issues. He also shares strategies for managing uncertainty, holding difficult conversations, and coaching team members