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In this episode, I talk with communication coach Ellyn Wulfe from efactor consulting about how to improve your professional presence. We'll discuss why presence matters for leaders, what qualities and skills are associated with a strong presence, and look at how you can start refining the way you show up for conversations and meetings at work. Related Content: How to Improve Your Video Presence Leadership Presence is More Than You Think  

In this episode, we'll continue our “leadership in the movies” series with a discussion of the Marvel film Black Panther. To listen to the previous episode in this series, go here to check out episode 49 about Guardians of the Galaxy. Joining me for this episode about Black Panther will be fellow leadership coach Tim Harrison who had come on the show previously in episode 45 to talk about influence through creative expression. He's an entrepreneur, spoken word artist, and nonprofit founder. Together we'll discuss what the Black Panther movie can teach us about leading.  Related Content: #49. Leadership in the Movies: Guardians of the Galaxy Leadership Lessons from Video Gaming  

I welcome back humor engineer, author, and consultant Drew Tarvin from Humor that Works. In this episode, we'll explore what stand-up comedy can teach leaders. We discuss some of the skills and mindsets that stand-up comedians use that might also be helpful for leaders in the workplace. Related Content Tips for Using Humor at Work More with Drew Tarvin

In this episode, I interview Mosheh Poltorak about leadership challenges at startups. Mosheh runs a marketing consultancy that specializes in working with startup companies, and we'll discuss some of the common leadership challenges and mistakes that crop up in the startup environment and what leaders can do about them. Related Content Leading Change How to Encourage Innovation

In this episode, I interview organizational consultant and jazz bassist Gerald Leonard about a concept he's coined called “workplace jazz.” We'll explore what workplace teams can learn from jazz ensembles about how to best communicate, collaborate, improvise, and innovate. Related Content Leadership Tips from Lady Gaga & Adele Advice from an Orchestral Conductor

In this episode, I interview Allie Danziger about how to lead Gen Z employees. Allie is the CEO and co-founder of Ampersand, a career readiness platform, and she's an expert on Gen Z professionals now entering the workforce. We'll discuss some of the values and perspectives held by the Gen Z cohort and how that shapes their views about work. And Allie will give us some tips for effectively leading these young professionals. Related Content What Makes a Good Team Leading through Play

This episode kicks-off a new series of discussions that'll appear periodically in the mix of this podcast called “leadership in the movies,” focused on highlighting leadership lessons present within popular films. Today, I'll be joined by fellow coach and pop culture fan Michael Conteh to explore one of our favorite superhero films, “Guardians of the Galaxy 1,” to see what it tells us about leading and collaborating within a team. Related Content Leadership and video gaming Holiday movie leadership lessons

I interview orchestral conductor Robert Franz to discover what he's learned about how to effectively lead and influence others while on the conductor's podium guiding large ensembles of talented musicians and engaging with thousands of audience members. Robert is the Music Director of the Windsor Symphony Orchestra, Artistic Director of the Boise Baroque Orchestra, and has served as Associate Conductor of the Houston Symphony, in addition to guest conducting at multiple orchestras across the US, Canada, and beyond. Related Content Lead Like an Artist Promote Creativity and Innovation

I talk with Jason Jesko, President of the company The Urban Foresters, about how he created a tabletop game for his leadership team as a way to gamify annual business planning. We'll explore how various elements from Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop games can be used as creative tools for employee engagement, team communication, and goal setting. Related Content Gamifying Business Leading Through Play

I interview Daniel Williamson, Managing Director of the Education Nonprofit Startup, OpenStax. Daniel will share some strategies they've been experimenting with to strengthen team culture and boost connection in the new normal of virtual work.

I talk with spoken word artist, entrepreneur, nonprofit founder, and leadership coach Tim Harrison. We'll be discussing how leaders can increase their influence through creative expression. Tim will share how his move to share more of his authentic creative voice – through writing and performing rap and spoken word poetry – led to an increase in support and momentum around his nonprofit EPOG Academy.

I interview musician and marketer Joel Luks about how to lead like an artist. Joel has a background as an orchestral musician, an arts & culture media reporter, and now as a marketing/communications consultant at the CKP Group. We'll be talking about what leaders can learn from the artistic process, and how the things that make for good artists and creatives also translate to impactful leadership.

I welcome on fellow leadership coach and video game nerd Sean Bittner for a conversation about leadership lessons from video games. We'll explore how some of the core characteristics that make video games so popular tell us something about human motivations and how to lead and inspire others.

I interview Dr. Andrea Hetrick, an Assistant Professor of Organizational Studies at the... The post #42. The Costs of a Bottom Line Culture with Dr. Andrea Hetrick appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

I interview Dr. Andrea Hetrick, an Assistant Professor of Organizational Studies at the University of New Mexico, about the costs of fostering a bottom line culture. We discuss what Andrea has discovered in her research about the qualities and downsides of a bottom line focused work environment, and how leaders can create a more positive culture.

I speak with conflict coach Pattie Porter, President of Conflict Connections, about what leaders can do to facilitate conflict resolution when there's tension between employees. We'll explore the types of conflict that can arise in the workplace, and look at some essentials skills, structures, and strategies for facilitating effective conflict resolution discussions.

I speak with conflict coach Pattie Porter, President of Conflict Connections, about what leaders... The post #41. How to Facilitate Conflict Resolution with Pattie Porter appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

I speak with guest Stephanie Pertuit, a leader in online marketing and customer... The post #40. Adapting Your Leadership Style with Stephanie Pertuit appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

I speak with guest Stephanie Pertuit, a leader in online marketing and customer experience at The Home Depot, about adapting your leadership style. We'll discuss why and how someone might shift their leadership approach based on managing different types of employees.

I interview two PhD researchers and experts on workplace wellness, Patricia Grabarek and... The post #39. Fostering Workplace Wellness with Workr Beeing appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

I interview fellow leadership coach Stephanie Judd, cofounder of the firm Wolf &... The post #38. Lead Through Storytelling With Stephanie Judd appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

I interview Alex Poe and Gabriela Constantinescu, cofounders of the company Playlearn, about... The post #37. Gamifying Business with Playlearn appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

I interview Fleurette Fernando, Director of the Master’s in Arts Leadership program at... The post #36. Leadership in the Arts with Fleurette Fernando appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

I chat with Carey Kirkpatrick, CEO and founder of CKP, an award-winning communications... The post #35. Staff Development with Carey Kirkpatrick appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

I interview Colin Hunter, CEO of Potential Squared, about why we should all... The post #34. Be More Wrong with Colin Hunter appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

I talk with 3 partners from Method Architecture about how they set out... The post Creating an Ego-Free Culture with Method Architecture appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

I interview Humor Engineer Drew Tarvin from Humor that Works about using humor... The post Using Humor in the Workplace with Drew Tarvin appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

In this episode, I interview psychologist and coach Dr. Maya Libben about unhelpful... The post Unhelpful Thinking Styles to Avoid as Leaders with Dr. Maya Libben appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

In this episode, I’ll be talking with the two founders of MisFit Communications,... The post How to Be Awesome on Camera with MisFit Communications appeared first on Skybound Coaching and Training.

I talk with social psychologist and leadership researcher Dr. Ryan Brown, Managing Director... The post Leadership Lies We Should Unbelieve with Dr. Ryan Brown appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

In this episode, I’m talking with Dr. Lily Cushenbery, an Associate Professor of Management... The post Episode 028: Leading Innovation with Dr. Lily Cushenbery appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I talk with Juliana Ashley, a leadership coach with a background as an... The post Episode 027: Improv Comedy Lessons for Leaders with Juliana Ashley appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

In this interview with Dr. David Day, a leadership researcher and scholar, we... The post Episode 026: Own Your Development as a Leader with Dr. David Day appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

My guest for this episode is Chris Kenney, a sales and business development... The post Episode 025: The Power of Mindsets with Chris Kenney appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I talk with Kim McGaw, a leadership coach and consultant with a background... The post Episode 024: Creativity and Play at Work with Kim McGaw appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I talk with author and leadership coach Sally Helgesen, who cowrote the recent... The post Episode 023: Do You See Yourself as a Leader? Leader Identity with Sally Helgesen appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I talk with Dr. Marcia Reynolds, a behavioral scientist, master coach and author,... The post Episode 022: Navigating Difficult Conversations with Dr. Marcia Reynolds appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I interview bestselling author and leadership researcher Jim Kouzes. We examine the idea... The post Episode 021: Learning Leadership with Jim Kouzes appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I talk with Master Certified Coach and former IBM leader Sara Smith about... The post Episode 020: Taking a Coach Approach to Leadership & Creating a Coaching Culture with Sara Smith appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I interview leadership and organization development consultant Charlee Garden about receiving feedback —... The post Episode 019: Receiving Feedback: How to View It, Get It, & Make it Effective with Charlee Garden appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I talk with leadership coach, author, and teacher John Schuster about purposeful living... The post Episode 018: Purposeful Living, Life Transitions & Leadership with John Schuster appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I interview leadership expert and author Mike Erwin about personal character, positive psychology,... The post Episode 017: Character, Introversion & Solitude in Leadership with Mike Erwin appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I talk with executive coach Kim Moore all about influence, what it looks... The post Episode 016: Strengthening Your Influence as a Leader with Kim Moore appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I talk with consultant and growth expert Dirk Van Slyke about career advancement... The post Episode 015: Career Advancement, Communication & Productivity with Dirk Van Slyke appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I speak with branding and marketing expert Robin Tooms about clarifying the purpose... The post Episode 014: Purpose, Values & Your Personal Brand with Robin Tooms appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

The episode features an interview with Dr. Elizabeth Slator, a professor, consultant &... The post Episode 013: Mindful Leadership & Increasing Your Mindfulness with Dr. Elizabeth Slator appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I interview leadership consultant & trainer Drew Bird about emotional intelligence – what... The post Episode 012: Emotional Intelligence & Leadership with Drew Bird appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

In part 2 of an interview with General Tom Kolditz, we discuss his... The post Episode 011: Ineffective Leaders, Leadership Challenges & Failures. Part 2 with Dr. Tom Kolditz appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

This episode features part 1 of an interview with leadership expert, speaker, author... The post Episode 010: What Makes a Leader with Dr. Tom Kolditz, Part 1 appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

I talk with graphic design experts and entrepreneurs Jennifer Blanco and John Earles... The post Episode 009: Personal Brand Design, Websites & Resumes with Graphic Designers Jennifer Blanco & John Earles appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.

In this discussion with consultant, start-up advisor and investor Daniel Cotlar, we’ll explore... The post Episode 008: Team Culture, Managing Others & Getting Promoted with Daniel Cotlar appeared first on Skybound Coaching & Training.