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Patty and Brandi discuss Ryan Holiday's book Stillness is the Key, a NY Times bestseller that describes how to stay steady and draw on inner peace while the world is anything but quiet.  We go over the book's main concepts, historical examples, and practical applications, in the hopes that you'll find at least two or three ways that you can increase your own clarity, calm, and happiness.  We learned much from Holiday's book and hope you will, too! See also:   Stillness is the Key (summarized by the author) Stillness is Key (on the Daily Stoic)

Vice President for Finance Melody Bianchetto will retire from UVA on February 3 after 26 years of service. She sat down with Patty and Brandi to reflect on her career and her pursuit of diversity, equity, and inclusion in UVAFinance.   Resources Mentioned:  UVAFinance Mission, Vision, Values Melody's Brown Bag Series (under "Resource Library") Melody's Career Reflections Podcast  

Vice President for Finance Melody Bianchetto will retire from UVA on February 3 after 26 years of service.  She sat down with Patty and Brandi recently to reflect on her career.    Resources Mentioned:  UVAFinance Mission, Vision, Values Melody's Brown Bag Series (under "Resource Library") Melody's DEI Podcast

Our fight or flight response kicks in when we perceive a situation as potentially dangerous or threatening.  It's an automatic and unconscious impulse that stems from caveman days (thanks, evolution!) and could be causing you to burn out, make bad decisions, and all around feel pretty crummy at work and at home.  Patty and Brandi talk to Augie Maurelli, James Gorman, Gretchen Kriebel, Sarah Fleming, Addie Coe, and Stacey Rittenhouse about what they've learned about managing this response and prioritizing competing demands without letting their brains kick into overdrive.  Resources mentioned:  The Eisenhower Matrix Steven Covey Time Management Matrix More about Fight or Flight

Two of the Business Analysts who joined the Change Management team during Finance Strategic Transformation share their perspectives on change, big projects, and what sets UVA and FST apart from other projects they've been a part of.  Featuring guests Derrick Carter and Detria Thomas.   Resources Mentioned:  The Change Curve

Six members of UVAFinance's first summer intern cohort are here to talk with Patty and Brandi about their experience in Central Finance at UVA.  Thank you to Luke Blair, Samyukhtha Venkateswaran, Karly Fuentes-Parades, Raymond Costa, and Amanda Lin (all UVA students), and Maheswar Ghimire (Piedmont Virginia Community College student) for taking the time to join us.  What an inspiring group!

In this episode, we welcome members of UVAFinance's Inclusive Excellence Committee and Equity Action Team to discuss the trajectory of diversity and inclusion efforts in UVAFinance.  Our guests are Melody Bianchetto, ToShun Campbell, LaVerne Harris, and James Cobb. Resources Mentioned:  More on the UVAFinance blog about Inclusive Excellence activities: http://uvafinance.blogspot.com/search/label/Inclusive%20Excellence More on the UVAFinance Website about DEI (scroll down and click on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion): https://uvafinance.virginia.edu/about-uvafinance DEI at UVA: https://dei.virginia.edu/inclusive-excellence  Previous Pods featuring Inclusive Excellence and Brave Space discussions: https://uvafinance.blogspot.com/2020/10/new-on-finance-matters-brave-space-in.html A Sampling of Previous Sprint Discussion Topics:  Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, ft. White Allergies Rioting for Injustice, ft. Trevor Noah addressing protesting and rioting, plus Kimberly Jones interview Covert/Overt White Supremacy ft. Reverse Racism and Race vs. Religion Book Discussion:  Master of the Mountain:  Thomas Jefferson & His Slaves Colorblind Ideology:  CBS News: MLK's “content of character” quote inspires debate PBS: Why Colorblindness is not the right approach to race Traci Ellis TEDx: The Exceptional Negro: Fighting to be Seen in a Colorblind World Oprah Magazine: Being “Color Blind” Doesn't Make You Not Racist – In Fact, It Can Mean the Opposite. History of Race at UVA with Professor Kirt von Daacke: UVA and The History of Race UVA Group Honors Unknown Slaves at Burial Site, Sets Stage for Future Work From Kitchens to Gravesites: Commission Explores History of Slavery at UVA Racial Equity Task Force Releases Report, 12 Key Recommendations for Action Inclusive Mindset for Committed Allies (LinkedIn Learning) 1619 Podcast Lovecraft Country Defund the Police discussion with UVA Chief of Police Tim Longo:  Brookings Institute: What does ‘defund the police' mean and does it have merit? CNN: There's a growing call to defund the police. Here's what it means A Capital Insurrection An interview with UVA historian, Caroline Janney: The Dark Familiarity of Trump's Lost Cause Time Magazine: The 1898 Wilmington Massacre Is an Essential Lesson in How State Violence Has Targeted Black Americans NPR: The Lies We Tell Ourselves About Race Charles Blow: The greatest threat to our democracy Reveal News: Remembering a White Supremacist Coup Annette John-Hall: The Capitol insurrection was never about the election. It was about white supremacy The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett Viruses don't see race, right? Johns Hopkins COVID-19 Map  American medicine was built on the backs of slaves.  UVA and the History of Race: Eugenics, the Racial Integrity Act, Health Disparities-integrity-act-health-disparities  The Tuskegee Study Meet Onesimus the Enslaved African Who Saved Boston from Smallpox For Black Americans, COVID-19 is a reminder of the racism of US healthcare Why African American communities are being hit hard by COVID-19  

We've got a panel of creative folks from the UVAFinance team in today's episode, talking about the benefits of creative pursuits on them as individuals and also as professionals on the Finance team.  Join Patty and Brandi as they talk with Jay Gallimore (musician), Matt Bonham (photographer, graphic artist), and Mary Wagamon (artist, writer), and get inspired to pursue your own creativity! Resources Mentioned: https://lillstreet.com/7benefitsofcreativity https://www.forbes.com/sites/ashleystahl/2018/07/25/heres-how-creativity-actually-improves-your-health/?sh=7f1d199313a6 Hear Jay in action:  https://profile.virginia.edu/jpg8x See Matt's Work:  www.bonhamcreative.com and www.mattbonham.com  

There are now FIVE generations in our workforce, ranging from our Traditionalists in their 70s to the newest members, Gen Z, in their early twenties.  (And all the Millenials cheer, because they're no longer the babies!)  Today we have UVAFinance's Jack Sherwood, a rising UVA 4th year and member of the FST project team and Gen Z extraordinaire, for a discussion on how his generation participates in the workforce.   Resources Mentioned:  Intergenerational Workforce discussion with Lisa Harris:  https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/bridging-the-generation-gap-in-the-workplace-finance-matters/ Info on Gen Z: https://www.purdueglobal.edu/education-partnerships/generational-workforce-differences-infographic/ Read more about Jack Sherwood: https://uvafinance.blogspot.com/2021/08/jack-sherwood-joins-fst-change.html   

Change Team Leader Angela Knobloch visits to discuss practical tips for managing yourself during times of change, including the dreaded "valley of despair."     Resources Mentioned: Gartner Report Engage for Change:  Clarify Purpose, Honest Reflection, Assess Opportunities, Note progress, Grow Skills, Exhibit Flexibility

How confident are you that you won't be retaliated against if you admit to a mistake at work?  The answer to this question is one of the biggest indicators of psychological safety in the workplace.  Listen in to learn more about psychological safety and its role in creativity, belonging, and productivity. Resources Mentioned:  Fifteen Ways to Promote Psychological Safety in the Workplace (Forbes) Deloitte's 2020 Global Human Capital Trends Report Amy Edmonson's Work on Psychological Safety:  https://web.mit.edu/curhan/www/docs/Articles/15341_Readings/Group_Performance/Edmondson%20Psychological%20safety.pdf https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhoLuui9gX8 

Do you ever look back on your past self and think about how much you didn't know then?  We all learn as we go through life, and we should get comfortable with the fact that we'll never know as much as we think we know.  Being aware of how much you don't know can actually make you a better manager and human being.  Listen in as Patty and Brandi discuss a book they admittedly haven't read full of good ideas on this very topic! Resources Mentioned: The Dunning Kruger Effect Think Again:  The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant Adam Grant Interviews:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbqqIYTHuwM https://www.goodlifeproject.com/podcast/adam-grant-think-again/ https://www.ted.com/talks/adam_grant_what_frogs_in_hot_water_can_teach_us_about_thinking_againhttps://www.wsj.com/articles/think-again-review-moderately-condent-11612480886 Finance Matters:  Crucial Conversations (4 part series)

Patty and Brandi welcome Lisa Harris back to Finance Matters to discuss the Six C's of Inclusive Leadership as identified by Dr. Shirley Davis.     Resources Mentioned:  Dr. Shirley Davis' 6 C's of Inclusive Leadership More about Dr. Davis Valerie Kaur, Revolutionary Love (See No Stranger book) More of Lisa Harris on Finance Matters: Find Your True North The Importance of Resilience Bridging the Generation Gap in the Workplace      

During times of stress, it's important that we as managers and as teammates pay attention to our own well-being and that of our colleagues.  Here are six practical strategies that work both in and out of a pandemic.   Resources Mentioned:  The original blog post UVAFinance Shoutout board

The Challenging the Status Quo Panel Series was designed to show you different perspectives from UVAFinance employees who aren't afraid to challenge the status quo and share their thoughts and ideas with you.  Today's session focuses on the UVAFinance Service Model Project Plan, with guests Andrew Sallans, Scott Adams, and Raegan Harouff Gaye.     Want to watch the webinar?  Log in to the Continuous Improvement Community (behind NetBadge)

Volunteering:  it's great for networking, skill-building, and soothing your soul.  Tune in to this conversation with Brandi and Patty to learn more!   Resources Mentioned:  UVA Public Service:  https://publicservice.virginia.edu/service-opportunities/volunteer UVAHR Volunteer Center:  https://hr.virginia.edu/covid-19/volunteer-center UVA Health:  https://uvahealth.com/services/volunteer VolunteerMatch (choose your community for opportunities): https://www.volunteermatch.org/covid19   

Let's talk about questions:  asking questions of others, asking questions of yourself, and asking questions for better collaborative results. Angela Knobloch joins Patty and Brandi to share how asking better questions can lead to improved relationships and better results. Resources Mentioned: UVAFinance Blog (Video):  Sharpen your questioning skills. Warren Berger's work:  https://amorebeautifulquestion.com/  Angela's previous pod:  https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/brene-browns-call-to-courage-finance-matters/ Our pod on President Ryan's book:  https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/finance-matters-wait-what/ TED Talk on asking questions:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ro9vDEZdQLk 

The Challenging the Status Quo Panel Series was designed to show you different perspectives from UVAFinance employees who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo and share their thoughts and ideas with you​.  Today's panelists are Amy Nolasco, Jonathan Agop, and Mara Hilliar.   RESOURCES MENTIONED: Watch the webinar on the Online Community in the CI space:  https://communityhub.virginia.edu/videos/1416?ru=2104&sr=stream (netbadge required) Listen to past webinars on Finance Matters! https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/challenging-the-status-quo-managers-panel-finance-matters/ https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/challenging-the-status-quo-webinar-finance-matters/

UVAFinance's Continuous Improvement Committee recently hosted a webinar on Challenging the Status Quo, featuring members of the FST team.  This webinar featured Lisa Shuler, Josh Breeden, and Phil Hamlett. Access the Continuous Improvement space in the online community (behind NetBadge):  https://communityhub.virginia.edu/community/uva-finance-transformation/continuous-improvement  More CI Webinar content on Finance Matters:   https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/challenging-the-status-quo-leadership-panel-2-finance-matters/ https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/challenging-the-status-quo-managers-panel-finance-matters/ https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/challenging-the-status-quo-webinar-finance-matters/  

This episode is a companion piece to our recent Brave Space discussion, found here: https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/brave-space-in-uvafinance-finance-matters/.   This pod contains a brief exploration of many terms we refer to in our Brave Space discussion, terms that are frequently used when racial equity is discussed.  In this episode, LaVerne Harris Grant joins Patty and Brandi to go over the basics.    Resources Mentioned:  https://vpdiversity.virginia.edu/inclusive-excellence Racial Equity Tools Glossary:  https://www.racialequitytools.org/glossary Implicit Bias test: https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatest.html LinkedIn Learning "Inclusive Mindset for Committed Allies" https://www.linkedin.com/learning/inclusive-mindset-for-committed-allies/becoming-a-true-ally?u=2203468  Articles on the effects of bias:   https://www.americanbar.org/groups/crsj/publications/human_rights_magazine_home/the-state-of-healthcare-in-the-united-states/racial-disparities-in-health-care/ http://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/paying-price-human-cost-racial-profiling/effects-racial-profiling https://www.centerforhealthjournalism.org/2017/11/08/how-racism-and-microaggressions-lead-worse-health  

UVAFinance's Continuous Improvement Committee recently hosted a webinar on Challenging the Status Quo, featuring UVAFinance leadership.  This webinar was the second of a series and featured a discussion with Steve Kimata, James Gorman, and Julie Richardson.  Listen to Part One  https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/challenging-the-status-quo-webinar-finance-matters/  Listen to the Manager Panel https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/challenging-the-status-quo-managers-panel-finance-matters/ 

We're joined today by members of the Inclusive Excellence Advisory Group from UVAFinance, with a discussion of why fostering a brave space within the workplace is so important.  Guests on the panel are Melody Bianchetto, Steve Kimata, LaVerne Harris, and Jenn Bari.   Resources Mentioned:  Inclusive Excellence at UVA: https://vpdiversity.virginia.edu/inclusive-excellence Inclusive Excellence work within  UVAFinance:  http://uvafinance.blogspot.com/search/label/Inclusive%20Excellence  Previous Brave Space Podcasts: https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/brave-space-part-one-finance-matters/ and https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/brave-space-part-two-finance-matters/ 

Last week the UVAFinance Continuous Improvement Committee hosted the second "Challenging the Status Quo" webinar in that series, this time featuring three UVAFinance managers.  You can view the full webinar in the CI space in CommunityHub, or listen in to the discussion on Finance Matters.  We'll continue presenting the webinar series as a special edition run of the podcast.   Panelists:Isaiah Behnke – Director, Student Accounts Operations with SFSJenn Glassman – Director, Procurement & Supplier Diversity ServicesBrian Logwood – Managing Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

UVAFinance's Continuous Improvement Committee recently hosted a webinar on Challenging the Status Quo, featuring UVAFinance leadership.  This webinar was the first of a series, and was full of such inspiration that we couldn't help but share it with you here on Finance Matters.  Tune in to hear Melody Bianchetto, Bill Ashby, and Augie Maurelli discuss continuous improvement.   More information on the UVAFinance blog: http://uvafinance.blogspot.com/search/label/Continuous%20Improvement

Patty and Brandi discuss a book by Patrick Lencioni (not Leoncini, Brandi), “The Truth About Employee Engagement.”  Everyone has a time in their career where they dread going to work.  This book addresses the three root causes of job misery and how they can be remedied.  Resources Mentioned: The Truth About Employee Engagement: https://www.amazon.com/Truth-About-Employee-Engagement-Addressing/dp/111923798X Patrick Lencioni Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5EQW026alY Finance Matters “Start with Why” Podcast: https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/start-with-why-finance-matters/ The Stay Interview:  https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/tools-and-samples/hr-forms/pages/stayinterviewquestions.aspx

You're invited to the Finance Matters party!  Share your stories from this wild ride that has been 2020:  what have you learned in quarantine?  What has changed in the way you work?  What's been most challenging or most interesting?   Share your thoughts via audio recording or the written word and send them to Brandi at bv8h@virginia.edu.  Need any help? Email Brandi and she'll be glad to assist.   We can't wait to hear from you.

Science has proven over and over again that rest is necessary for both physical and mental recuperation.  Still, many of us don't take the time we need to rest, to enjoy our hobbies, and to replenish ourselves.  Now more than ever, in this stressful time of the pandemic, it's important that we make time to rest, not only to maintain and even increase productivity but also to avoid burnout.  Patty and Brandi talk through the work of Alex Soojung Kim Pang, taking walks, taking naps, and the paintings of Winston Churchill. Resources Mentioned:  Pang: http://www.strategy.rest/?page_id=8643 https://www.theguardian.com/money/2017/jan/22/alex-soojung-kim-pang-interview-rest-why-you-get-more-done-when-you-work-less https://www.nytimes.com/2016/12/12/books/review/arianna-huffington-rest-alex-soojung-kim-pang.html https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/q-a-with-alex-soojung-kim-pang/ Churchill:  https://www.artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-making-history-winston-churchill-made-paintings Dark:  https://www.netflix.com/title/80100172  

We've been in quarantine for quite some time now, and it can be tempting to despair a bit at this "new normal."  Patty and Brandi discuss the pleasant additions this season can bring to our lives, as well as the mindset that will keep us sane as we move forward, even when we don't know how or when the pandemic will resolve.    Resources Mentioned: Todd Henry's article from The Accidental Creative UVAFinance's Quarantine Viewing Recommendations

"It’s easier being in each other’s presence, or in each other’s absence, than in the constant presence of each other’s absence." --Gianpiero Petriglieri Many of us are more connected to our colleagues than ever as we work remotely during the Coronavirus Pandemic.  Thanks to Zoom, we may now see our colleagues more than we ever did when we worked in the office.  If Zoom calls are the same as meetings, then why are so many of us so much more exhausted than we ever were after a day full of physical meetings?  As it turns out, there's a very real psychological reason why . . . and there are things we can do to make staying connected on Zoom a more healthy experience for all of us. Resources Mentioned:  https://www.chronicle.com/article/Why-Is-Zoom-So-Exhausting-/248619?cid=wcontentgrid_hp_1b

UPDATED WITH CORRECT AUDIO!    We're joined this week by seasoned remote workers JT Peifer of Student Financial Services and Jessica Rafter from the FST project to talk not just about working remotely, but further, working remotely during a pandemic.  JT and Jessica talk about how the unique challenges and rewards of telecommuting change shape during a crisis situation, the natural tension between work and home life, and how we can all "human" (yes, we're using it as a verb now) a little better during this time of upheaval.     Resources Mentioned:   Ed Hess: https://ideas.darden.virginia.edu/leading-virtually-is-emotional   NYT article: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/19/smarter-living/coronavirus-emotional-support.html   https://remoteyear.com/blog/top-8-remote-work-tips https://time.com/5801725/work-from-home-remote-tips/

  As we work remotely during the Coronavirus crisis, our communication channels have changed but best practices still apply.  It's more important than ever to be intentional about your communication. Check out this episode of Finance Matters for some guidance on sending emails that don't get ignored, connecting with colleagues when you aren't physically together, and more! Resources Mentioned: http://uvafinance.blogspot.com/2020/03/communication-best-practices-during-our.html http://blog.japanesecreations.com/no-sew-face-mask-with-handkerchief-and-hair-tie

For most of us, working remotely due to COVID-19 related restrictions has been an adjustment, to say the least.  Not only are we coping with a new way of getting things done, but also, the complications that come from being in close proximity to our family members and finding new ways of connecting with our colleagues.  Today, Patty and Brandi get together (remotely of course) to discuss ways to navigate this new world we're working in -- from engaging with your team members to working with Zoom and Office 365.     Resources Mentioned:  Marcus Buckingham's post:  https://www.marcusbuckingham.com/rwtb/if-you-lead/ FOC's Telecommuting guidelines:  https://foc.virginia.edu/telecommuting-resources Communication Best Practices:  https://communityhub.virginia.edu/community/uva-finance-transformation  

After studying the behavior of thousands of children and adolescents, researcher Carol S. Dweck noticed that some children seemed eager to learn and grow, while some seemed more satisfied with the status quo, fearing failure.  Dweck's resulting work introduced the "growth mindset," describing those individuals who view talent and natural ability as only the starting point that can be built upon through dedication and hard work.  Whether we have a growth mindset or a fixed mindset affects how we deal with change, with failure, and with opportunity, whether that is in our work lives, raising children, or in our relationships.   Listen in as Patty and Brandi discuss the basics of Dweck's theory and how we can develop a mindset that enables us to grow.   Resources mentioned:  Learn more about Carol Dweck:  https://www.ted.com/speakers/carol_dweck 25 ways to develop a growth mindset: https://www.opencolleges.edu.au/informed/features/develop-a-growth-mindset/

Is there a voice in your head telling you that you don't know what you're doing at work?  That you're not qualified for the job you have?  If you've ever been riddled with doubt about your ability to fulfill a role (whether it's work, family, or anything else), then you've experienced Impostor Syndrome.  This detrimental thought pattern affects up to 70% of us at one time or another.  Tune in to our conversation with Michelle Braden, President and CEO of MSBCoach, for more on how to identify damaging self-doubt and how to manage it.     Resources Mentioned: Dr. Valerie Young, leading researcher on Imposter Syndrome: https://impostorsyndrome.com/ "Own the Room" by Amy Jen Sue and Muriel Maignan Wilkins: https://www.amazon.com/Own-Room-Discover-Signature-Leadership/dp/1422183939 "The 8th Habit" by Stephen R. Covey: https://www.amazon.com/8th-Habit-Effectiveness-Greatness/dp/B0006J23YQ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1UYM3C41V765K&keywords=the+eight+habit&qid=1581092641&s=books&sprefix=The+Eigth+hab%2Cstripbooks%2C137&sr=1-1 More about Michelle and MSBCoach: https://msbcoach.com/michelle-braden The 5 Types of Imposter Syndrom: https://www.themuse.com/advice/5-different-types-of-imposter-syndrome-and-5-ways-to-battle-each-one

Join Patty, Brandi, and their guests Sarah Doran and Danielle Hancock as we discuss the importance of prioritizing workplace culture. In this episode, we talk about what culture is and how to create a positive workplace culture.  The benefits of participating in creating a healthy culture are great for the organization and for employees as individuals.   Tune in for a great discussion!  

This episode of Finance Matters is about something that doesn't actually exist.  That's right -- multitasking is a myth!  So what are we talking about the whole episode long?  How trying to multitask affects our productivity, our creativity, and our enjoyment of life (hint:  it's not good), as well as what to do instead of multitasking.  If you've ever answered emails during a meeting, you need to listen in.   If you've never checked emails in a meeting  . . . be honest with yourself; you have.   Resources Mentioned: Getting Things Done Focus at Will app More productivity tools

Gobble Gobble!  In this pod, we identify the things that make us most thankful at work.  Taking a moment to identify what you appreciate is a great exercise to boost your sense of well-being -- listen in and take a moment for gratitude!   Resources Mentioned: Start with Why Podcast Brene Brown Call to Courage Podcast The Importance of Resilience Podcast Bridging the Generation Gap Podcast A Re-Introduction to FEAP Podcast       

Aaaand we're back!  After a few months' hiatus,  Patty and Brandi are back in the podcast saddle with special guest Lisa Harris of UVA HR's Talent Development team.  In this episode, they discuss Bill George's book, "True North:  Discover Your Authentic Leadership."  We all have an internal compass, and when it's followed closely, we can become authentic, outstanding leaders.  If you've wondered what "leadership style" might suit you best, whether you're in a managerial role or not, check out this episode (and the book!).  Self-discovery, no matter where you are in life, is the first and best step on a path to a meaningful and fulfilling experience.  Resources Mentioned:   https://www.billgeorge.org/true-north/  https://hr.virginia.edu/career-development/talent-development    

Aaaand we're back!  After a brief hiatus, Patty and Brandi get together to discuss Simon Sinek's popular book Start With Why.  Hopefully, we all know what we do for a living, but have you give much thought to why you do what you do?  Tuning in with your WHY can help you prioritize, make better decisions, and generally have a happier, more productive career.     Resources Mentioned:  Start W/Why Shortened Ted Talk on YouTube (5 min)  Start W/Why Longer Ted Talk on YouTube (18 min) The Golden Circle  More about Simon Sinek on his website

Coaching involves teaching people and helping them to grow.  It's different than managing, mentoring, or problem-solving, and it's a leadership style that can change your relationships and your organization.  In this episode of Finance Matters, co-host Patty Marbury and Erika Priddy of Finance Outreach and Compliance talk about Coaching, which is an area of their expertise.  Learn what coaching is, and how some simple coaching questions can change the way you interact with colleagues, supervisees, and even family.   Resources Mentioned The Coaching Habit, by Michael Bungay Stanier Contact Patty and Erika via FOC UVAForward

Vulnerability isn't about winning and it's not about losing -- it's about having the courage to show up even when you can't control the outcome.  On this episode, Brandi and Patty are joined by Angela Knobloch and Erika Priddy to discuss Brene Brown's Netflix special "The Call To Courage."  Forbes Magazine recommends viewing Brown's special "immediately."  Whether you have tuned in or if you're just interested in what all the fuss is about, we hope you'll join us to glean some important concepts that can improve your life.   Resources Mentioned:  Transcript of "Call to Courage" The Man in the Arena, T. Roosevelt Brene Brown's website Check out Brene on YouTube  

We've got two very different guests joining us on today's episode to talk about productivity and workflow:  Jessica Rafter, who works remotely managing our online community, and Mara Hilliar, Executive Assistant to the VP of Finance.  Together we work through strategies we've adopted to keep ourselves organized and productive:  what's worked, modifications we've made, and ideas we'd like to try.  The key thing we've learned?  Experiment with different strategies until you find something that feels comfortable!  There are lots of ideas in this pod, and we hope some of them will work for you!   Resources Mentioned: Jessica's Previous Pod on Collaboration Fatigue Our Previous Pod on Organizational Tips Getting Things Done - David Allen Trello.com  

Brandi and Patty welcome Theran Fisher back to the podcast, this time to discuss Chip and Dan Heath's immensely useful book "Switch."  As a part of his role with UVA's Talent Development department, Theran has used "Switch" to help many professionals understand how to understand and motivate themselves and their teams during times of change.  Get on your elephant and listen in!   Resources Mentioned: UVA Talent Development Heath Brothers resources on Switch (and their other books, too!) Power of Habit Podcast   Theran's previous pods:   Self Awareness and Self- Leadership Self-Awareness and Work Relationships  

On this edition of Finance Matters, we welcome Lisa Harris, Senior Learning & Development Consultant with UVA's Talent Development Department, back.  This time, we're talking about resilience:  what it is, why it matters, and how we can cultivate it in ourselves and our teams.  We cover a lot of ground in 35 minutes:  "embracing the suck," mindfulness, and jello shots.  Tune in and learn the power of bouncing back!   Resources Mentioned: UVA's FEAP Program UVA Talent Development Hunting the Good Stuff Embracing the Suck   Lisa's previous pod:  Bridging the Generation Gap in the Workforce

Patty and Brandi are joined in this episode by Angela Knobloch from UVA's Organizational Excellence Department.  Beyond her depth of training and breadth of experience in change management and continuous improvement, Angela just gets the human side of change.  Join us for a lively, interesting discussion of the particularities of practicing change in the academic environment.   Resources Mentioned:   Organizational Excellence at UVA   More about Angela / Contact   What is Lean Six Sigma?   What is DMAIC?

We're back for part two of our two-part series on Jeffrey M. Hiatt's book "The Employee's Guide to Surviving Change."  This pod focuses on the ADKAR method, and how we can assess where we are in the process:  Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Ability, and Reinforcement.  ADKAR is a practical framework for working through change yourself and helping your team to navigate it.   Resources Mentioned: The Employee's Guide to Surviving Change Information and resources on the ProSci ADKAR model Applying ADKAR

Coming to you from Patty's dining room table, it's part one of a series on Jeffrey M. Hiatt's book The Employees Survival Guide to Change.  The book is a short, pithy read with lots of great insight into change and change theory.  We'll walk you through the book's practical suggestions for succeeding in times of change.  Thanks to our special guests Thor and Mickey Marbury for the cuddles as we recorded ;)

Patty and Brandi are joined by guest host Chris Doran to discuss Charles Duhigg's groundbreaking book Power of Habit.  Do you have habits you want to break?  Or do you want to start a new, healthy habit? If so, check out this discussion -- Duhigg outlines a practical framework for understanding your habits and changing them.     Resources Mentioned: Power of Habit Charles Duhigg TED Talk  (this has the cookie story in it!) Power of Habit summary  -- See especially the Chapter 1 section on the Habit Loop Nudge, by Richard Thaylor The Wellness Wheel Coursera:  The Science of Wellbeing  

Excuse the ambient noise -- we recorded this episode live from EACUBO in Boston!  Tune in for tips on how to use your yearly performance evaluation time most effectively.  

Part two of our two-part series on Self-Awareness, with guest Theran Fisher.  Join Patty and Brandi as they discuss with Theran self-awareness' role in the workplace.  You'll learn how who you are impacts how you work with others, the pitfalls of lack of self-awareness in the workplace, and how to better work with people who aren't self-aware. Resources Mentioned: True North by Bill George Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman Disc Assessment Meyers-Briggs Talent Management Site Emotional Intelligence Class from Talent Development

What does it really mean to be self-aware?  Do you know why you behave/respond the way you do?  Understanding your thoughts, feelings, and values can make you more effective as a leader and a colleague, and in life in general.  Join Patty and Brandi for part one of a two-part discussion featuring Theran Fisher of UVA's Talent Management department.   Resources Mentioned: True North by Bill George Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman Disc Assessment Meyers-Briggs Talent Management Site Emotional Intelligence Class from Talent Development