Do you want to f***ing improve individual and team performance in your workplace? Do you think mediocrity f***ing sucks and you shouldn't have to put up with it? Do you aim to be more than a good boss and aspire to be a great leader?Then join Ken and Russell for thoughtful and at times f***ing irreverent conversation on the topics of leadership and organizational culture. Sometimes difficult conversations suck, but you need to have them. Sometimes you may even need to have them with yourself. This podcast lays out how you can be an even better leader and not simply a ‘boss’.
Ken Cameron & Russell Stratton
In this candid episode, Russell speaks with Monica Harris, Executive Director of the Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism (FAIR). They discuss the implications of identity politics and dive into the turbulent reaction following peak “woke” policies and the inevitable backlash of post-DEI initiatives demonstrating Newton's third law—"Every action has an equal and opposite reaction".Monica explains how, in these polarized times, “the adults have re-entered the room.” She offers her unique perspective on reclaiming balanced, common-sense approaches to systemic problems based on our shared values.Links:Website: https://www.fairforall.org/FAIR's American Experience curriculum: https://www.fairforall.org/american-experience-curriculum/Book: The Illusion of Division, is available on Amazon.Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/monica_harris_the_labels_that_divide_us?subtitle=enSubstack: The Bigger Picture https://monica697.substack.comSubscribe & Share:If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments!— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
In this episode of I Need To F**ing Talk To You*, we sit down with Neil Twa, CEO and Co-Founder of Voltage Holdings, a powerhouse behind launching and scaling successful Amazon FBA brands. Neil brings 17+ years of entrepreneurial wisdom and shares a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most difficult conversations he's ever had as a leader in the fast-paced world of e-commerce.Neil opens up about navigating a tense situation with a business partner that put trust, strategy, and long-term goals to the ultimate test. We explore how communication breakdowns can derail even the most promising ventures—and how he turned a high-stakes confrontation into a growth moment.Along the way, Neil shares insights into the world of automated income, how to build and exit eight-figure businesses, and why tough conversations are critical to leadership, whether you're running an online empire or managing a small team.In this episode, you'll learn:How to handle business partnerships when sh*t hits the fanThe mindset needed to steer difficult conversations toward resolutionLessons Neil has learned from mentoring thousands of entrepreneursTips for building scalable and automated e-commerce businessesDon't miss this one if you're a leader navigating high-pressure conversations or an entrepreneur scaling up in the digital space.Special Offer:Download a free copy of Neil's eBook using the code FING at checkout!Subscribe & Share:If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments!— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
In this episode of "I Need To F***ing Talk To You," Ken Cameron sits down with Diane Taylor, Founder and Principal Consultant of Glow Leadership. With over 30 years of professional experience across various industries, Diane is a speaker, strategic leadership coach, and facilitator. Her first book, "Elevate Potential: A Conscious Approach to Success," debuted as a #1 Bestseller in Hot New Releases and Leadership. What You'll Learn in This Episode:The Importance of Conscious Leadership: Diane shares her insights on how self-awareness and intentionality can transform leadership practices, leading to more engaged and effective teams.Overcoming Barriers to Success: Drawing from her extensive coaching experience, Diane discusses common obstacles leaders face and practical strategies to overcome them.Integrating Well-Being into Leadership: Learn how prioritizing personal well-being can enhance professional performance and why it's crucial for sustainable success.Resources Mentioned:Glow Leadership WebsiteGlow online - 16 week programThrive: Women's Leadership MasteryConnect with Diane Taylor:LinkedInInstagramSubscribe & Share:If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments!— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
In this candid episode, we sit down with Yosi Kossowsky—a seasoned coach with over 17 years of experience and a 30+ year multinational career. Yosi has held top leadership roles including Chief Technology Officer and Senior Director of Talent Management, and he now leads K-Tor Consulting. His deep insights into global leadership and the modern hybrid business environment make for a compelling conversationFrom Technical Expert to Leader:Yosi discusses his personal journey transitioning from being a highly skilled technical professional to stepping into leadership roles. He shares the challenges of letting go and trusting others to get things done—a process that many professionals find both exhilarating and daunting.Embracing Vulnerability:Drawing from his LinkedIn bio, Yosi explains why “going from being great at your technical work to leading a team” involves not only skill but also emotional growth. Discover how embracing the vulnerability in leadership—acknowledging that space between “I want to” and “I'm gonna”—can lead to more authentic and effective management.The Value of Venting to a Coach:Ever felt the need to “bitch, whine & moan”? Yosi breaks down how expressing your frustrations to an impartial coach can crystallize issues and pave the way for real change. This raw, no-holds-barred discussion highlights the importance of processing emotions as a leader.Contact Yosi Kossowsky:LinkedInMentioned in this episode: Episode 62 - Lessons from the f***ing Tech Industry, a conversation with Limor Bergman: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Subscribe & Share:If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments!— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
We're excited to reissue this episode featuring Israel Beck—titled "AI Is Here for F-ing Good, with Israel Beck"—to mark the relaunch of his company, CraticAI.Israel Beck is an entrepreneur, speaker, and consultant whose life took a transformative turn about seven years ago during a night out in San Francisco. That pivotal encounter with an AI company sparked a passion that has since driven his journey. Today, Israel is at the helm of Cratic, a tech startup that blends artificial intelligence with team culture. He's uncovered an innovative synergy between AI and therapeutic techniques, enabling people and teams to communicate more effectively. This breakthrough not only enhances collaboration but also paves the way for improved business outcomes and enriched personal lives.Join us as Israel shares his compelling vision for a future where machine learning tools empower us to think, work, and live our best lives.For more information, visit CraticAI.Subscribe & Share:If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments!— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
Ever wondered what an economist actually does? (And let's be honest, who hasn't?) Then you absolutely need to F-ing listen to this episode!We're diving into the archives to revisit our conversation with Todd Hirsch—author, VP/Chief Economist at ATB Financial, and host of The Future Of … podcast. Todd breaks down the art and science of economics, reveals the best film featuring an economist as a lead character, and shares how to forecast effectively.Should economics and storytelling be hardwired together? How does Todd reinforce ATB's famous corporate culture? And most importantly—should you trust a hamster's financial projections?Tune in for a mix of deep insights and surprising connections.Subscribe & Share:If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments!— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
In this episode, Russell sits down with Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld, founder of Retain, LLC, to explore the critical role of HR in helping businesses scale effectively. Lisa-Maree is a seasoned HR leader with experience across startups and Fortune 500 companies. Her passion for supporting early to mid-stage startups led her to create Retain, a firm dedicated to helping founders build strong HR foundations while providing managers and executives with dynamic training, Enneagram coaching, and executive coaching.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How HR serves as a clearer of obstacles and risk analyzer, allowing businesses to move fast without unnecessary roadblocksWhy companies need strategic HR from the beginningA cautionary tale about a free bar, hot tubs, and a founder who didn't listen—and why HR's advice should never be ignored!Lisa-Maree shares insights from her vast experience, offering practical advice for startup leaders looking to build a strong, people-focused foundation.Contact Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld:LinkedInRetain HREleven AppSubscribe & Share:If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments!— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
In this episode of I Need To F**ing Talk To You*, Ken and Russell sit down with Eric Charran, visionary technology executive and author of Have You Ever Had a Boss That…: Succeeding in a Dysfunctional Workplace.Eric's book offers practical strategies for navigating challenging workplace dynamics, helping professionals not only survive but thrive in the face of difficult managers and dysfunctional environments. Drawing from over 25 years of experience leading digital transformation, data-driven strategies, and AI innovation across global enterprises, Eric shares insights on:The different types of difficult bosses you might encounter.How to tailor your approach to thrive at every stage of your career.Building resilience and maintaining focus in challenging work cultures.His experiences of working for a 'Firefighter Boss'Connect with Eric Charran:Website: PRByTheBook.comLinkedIn: Eric CharranBook: Have You Ever Had a Boss That…: Succeeding in a Dysfunctional Workplace available on AmazonSubscribe & Share:If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments!—We hope you enjoy the episode! Don't forget to subscribe, share it with your colleagues, and reach out to us with your thoughts at info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
In this episode of I Need to F**ing Talk to You*, Ken and Russell sit down with Tiffany Petite, CEO and Co-founder of Virtuous Circle Counselling. With over 15 years of experience as a registered clinical social worker, Tiffany is on a mission to redefine how mental health services are delivered. She shares her journey of co-founding Virtuous Circle Counselling and how her evidence-based, client-centered approach is breaking down barriers to mental health care.Tiffany talks about the importance of tailoring therapy to meet the unique needs of every individual, fostering resilience, and promoting personal growth. She also discusses the challenges and rewards of leading a counselling organization in today's rapidly changing world. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about creating transformative mental health services and how businesses can incorporate empathy and mental wellness into their leadership practices.Connect with Tiffany Petite:LinkedIn: Tiffany PetiteWebsite: Virtuous Circle Counselling—We hope you enjoy the episode! Don't forget to subscribe, share it with your colleagues, and reach out to us with your thoughts at info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
In this special F-ng New Year Edition of I Need to F***ing Talk to You, Ken and Russell take a moment to remember and celebrate the lives of four figures from the world of show business who passed away in 2024. From comedy legends to music pioneers and media visionaries, they reflect on the impact these individuals had on their respective industries and on popular culture.Join Ken and Russell as they share their thoughts and memories of:Bob Newhart: The beloved comedian whose dry wit and unique brand of humor left an indelible mark on television and stand-up comedy.Paul Di'Anno: The original lead vocalist of the iconic heavy metal band Iron Maiden, whose influence on the genre can still be felt today.Dr. Ruth Westheimer: The pioneering sex therapist who made sexual health and relationships mainstream and accessible, breaking barriers with her candid advice and warm, approachable personality.Norman Jewison: The renowned film director and producer whose body of work includes timeless classics like Fiddler on the Roof, In the Heat of the Night, and Jesus Christ Superstar.In this episode, Ken and Russell reminisce, laugh, and reflect on the legacies of these cultural trailblazers, celebrating their contributions to entertainment and beyond. Tune in for a heartfelt and humorous tribute to an eclectic group of very different talents.Clips mentioned in this episode:Bob Newhart 'Bus Drivers School' Paul Di'Anno with Iron Maiden 'Remember Tomorrow'—We hope you enjoy the episode! Don't forget to subscribe, share it with your colleagues, and reach out to us with your thoughts at info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
In this special Christmas edition of I Need To F***ing Talk To You, Ken and Russell take a break from their usual workplace conversation tips to recommend some must-read books that will make the perfect addition to your holiday stocking. Whether you're looking to level up your communication skills, sharpen your strategy, or dive into some thought-provoking ideas, these books are sure to inspire you in the year ahead.Books Discussed in This Episode:The Invisible Asset: How Good Communication Can Fix Almost Everything by Simon HeathLearn how improving your communication can solve problems, enhance relationships, and lead to success in both personal and professional settings.This Is Strategy: Make Better Plans by Seth GodinA must-read for anyone looking to make smarter decisions and craft more effective strategies, with insights from one of the world's top marketing experts.Honey Trap Marketing: The 5-Step Formula to Magnetizing Your Ideal Buyers in Less Than 2 Hours Per Week by Deirdre TshienDiscover the secrets behind creating marketing strategies that attract and engage your ideal customers—without spending endless hours on outreach.The Parasitic Mind: How Infectious Ideas Are Killing Common Sense by Dr. Gad SaadIn this fascinating read, Dr. Saad explores how certain ideologies spread like viruses and challenge common sense, offering a critical perspective on the importance of rational thinking.Join Ken and Russell as they discuss how these books have shaped their thinking, how they can benefit your personal and professional growth, and why they make the perfect gifts for anyone looking to get ahead in 2025!Resources Mentioned in the episode:https://www.sethgodin.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-saad-truth-with-dr-saad/id1516343565—We hope you enjoy the episode! Don't forget to subscribe, share it with your colleagues, and reach out to us with your thoughts at info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
Rob Lion shares how he botched a performance feedback conversation with his team member: AND, on a better note, how called out a “constant complainer” on his team. Rob is the Co-Founder of Black River Performance Management and a professor of human resource development at Idaho State University where his teaching and research focus on organizational psychology and behaviour. Rob is an experienced business owner himself in the food and beverage, personal fitness, and business development industries and has over a decade of work in economic development. In those roles, he says, he saw too many people leaving pieces of their soul in the workplace. And that's what drives him to nurture better leaders. If you're enjoying this conversation with Rob and your looking for a good place to start, you might try # 93 with Carlos Alvarenga (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)#25 with Todd Hirsch (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)#99 with Adam Kolozetti (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)You can find out more about Rob and Black River Performance Management at BlackRiverPM.comAnd connect with him on LinkedIn here—We hope you enjoy the episode! Don't forget to subscribe, share it with your colleagues, and reach out to us with your thoughts at info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
In this episode, Russell sits down with Cher McArthur, the founder of Humming Bee, to discuss the complexities and challenges of human resources. With over 20 years of HR and leadership experience across various industries, Cher and her team at Humming Bee specialize in helping leaders navigate potential minefields such as performance management, conflict resolution, training and development programs, and work distribution.Cher's approach to HR is anything but one-size-fits-all. She believes that each organization has its own unique needs, and she is dedicated to developing customized solutions that are not only effective but also sustainable in the long term. Tune in to hear her insights on how to tailor HR strategies to fit the specific dynamics of any business and how leaders can foster a more harmonious and productive workplace.Cher McArthur - Founder of Humming Bee, a consulting firm dedicated to guiding leaders through HR challenges with tailored solutions. With expertise in multiple HR disciplines, Cher's approach is rooted in understanding the unique needs of each organization to drive success.Connect with Humming Bee:Website: Humming BeeLinkedIn: Cher McArthur—We hope you enjoy the episode! Don't forget to subscribe, share it with your colleagues, and reach out to us with your thoughts at info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
Katelyn tells us about the difficult conversation she had with a colleague who touched her inappropriately in the workplace … and why she chose not to escalate to HR. She also tells us how she almost lost her company during the pandemic but instead grew her business 5X over the next three years through the power of social media connection. Most importantly, she tells us why it's important to be friendly at the Tim Horton's drive thru. Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Don't call people out - call them in—We hope you enjoy the episode! Don't forget to subscribe, share it with your colleagues, and reach out to us with your thoughts at info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on: AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
Join Cheryl Crumb as she shares wisdom form her career as a trainer, a coach and a guide who works with clients to bring the voice of the customer into their organizations. Machines tend to be predictable and don't get mad at you, but human beings are unpredictable and emotional. Producing a cohesive team dedicated to creating an Extraordinary Customer Experience requires rigorous processes, an empowered workforce and enlightened leadership. This magical combination doesn't happen by accident… it's both a top down and bottom up approach. Cheryl also shares her most difficult conversation: a clean up conversation with a close friend that she let down. If you have a relationship that you've left dangling, you'll find the ease with which she repaired bridges to be inspiring. —We hope you enjoy the episode! Don't forget to subscribe, share it with your colleagues, and reach out to us with your thoughts at info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
In this episode, Ken and Russell sit down with Heather Andrews, the dynamic founder of Get You Visible and the Empire Authors Academy. After a successful career in healthcare, Heather made a bold move to pursue her passion for storytelling and founded Get You Visible, a publishing company dedicated to helping individuals share their unique stories with the world. Heather's belief that everyone has a story worth telling is at the heart of her work, and she has empowered countless authors to bring their narratives to life.Ken and Russell also share their experience working with Heather on their latest book collaboration, The Culture Revolution, and discuss the profound impact storytelling can have on culture and leadership.Connect with Heather Andrews:Website: www.getyouvisible.comLinkedIn: Heather Andrews—We hope you enjoy the episode! Don't forget to subscribe, share it with your colleagues, and reach out to us with your thoughts at info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on: AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
While Ken is out of town, Russell takes the reins and sits down with Alison Geskin, Founder and CEO of The Art of Strategy.Alison is a globally recognized leader in strategy, organizational development, and people performance. Her innovative approach to connecting strategy with people development has consistently driven powerful performance and positive outcomes for organizations worldwide.In this episode, Alison talks about her work in practically supporting strategic change with the 'how' and not simply the 'what'. She also shares one of the most difficult conversations she experienced as an executive—one that may resonate with many leaders. She also adds a bit of humor by referencing imaginary spinach on Russell's teeth to highlight a crucial learning point 'Clear is Kind'. Want to know what that's all about? Tune in to find out!Resources:https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisongeskin/https://www.theartofstrategy.ca/—We hope you enjoy the episode! Don't forget to subscribe, share it with your colleagues, and reach out to us with your thoughts at info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.— Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on: AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com
Join cohosts Russell Stratton and Ken Cameron for their 100th addition and really looking forward to this special conversation today as a discussion with returning special guests Marcy Fortnow, Meridith Grundei from Grundei Coaching, and Jonathan White from Hiro Studio.Marcy Fortnow's company is called Engaging Play with a focus on team development work, team training, facilitation, to get all the group working together get more done and focus on areas of connection, communication and collaboration.Marcy believes that when people are in sync with those items they are more effective or positive and more productive and her secret sauce is play.Meredith Grundei of Grundei Coaching in New York City is a global public speaking and presentation skills coach. She works for dominantly with technical teams so in leadership with people who present technical information. She teaches them how to simplify their messaging, so they're reaching their customers and they actually leave understanding what their products and solutions are.Meredith uses improvisational theatre to help people get out of their heads and into their hearts.Jon White is the founder and CEO of Hiro Studio where he splits his time between being a lean management consultant, helping companies to do things better faster and more cost-effectively and helping organizations identify the waste and their business and getting it removed to make things a lot more easy and profitable for folks.Jonathan's other focus is on remote collaboration, using powerful tools to create experiences together to solve complex problems without getting in the way as much, such as improv and visual storytelling techniques.Links:Marcy Fortnow - Engaging PlayJon White - Hiro StudioMeredith Grundei - Grundei Coaching—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode, Ken and Russell are joined by the dynamic Adam Kolozetti, Co-Founder of Enta Solutions, self-proclaimed Culture Ninja, and host of the Culture Hack podcast on YYC Business.Adam has a fascinating background as an Aerospace Engineer with a private pilot's license, and he's had a successful career in both the Oil and Gas and Construction industries. However, Adam took a bold leap from those fields to co-found Enta Solutions with Katelyn Bullock. Together, they built a company founded on the notion of EPICness—encouraging people to Be EPIC. Do EPIC. And do it perpetually.In this episode, we dive into:Adam's journey from aerospace to entrepreneurshipHow Enta Solutions is transforming company culture with their EPIC approachThe importance of leadership and culture in business successResources from this episode:Culture RevolutionMeditation PodcastTeam building Escape Room in a box—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Ken Cameron and Russell Stratton are back together co hosting again after what seems like forever and we need to F**ing talk to Judith Virag, after building a successful career within the corporate world as an executive assistant at corporations such as Citibank, PriceWaterhouseCoopers and the Calgary Flames took a leap of faith and her residential and commercial cleaning company Clean Club Calgary.We've had the pleasure of working with Judith's team and she's also a co-writer with us in our new book collaboration The Culture Revolution.Contact Judith Virag | Clean Club Calgary:FacebookInstagramLinkedInYouTubeTikTok—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode I need to talk f***ing talk to Brad Smith of Stellar Insight Inc. Brad is a business growth consultant, CEO and executive coach facilitator for strategic thinking planning and R&D. Brad is interested in working with CEOs and companies who are ambitious, curious and courageous enough to want more insight for their company and more sales with less effort, companies poised for significant growth, executive culture, animated for success for leaps of magnitude, and executive effectiveness.Links & Resources from this episode:CEO and business group coachingDeep Intuition MasterclassBooks Brad recommends in the interview:Atomic Habits - James ClearCEO Excellence - Dewar, Kellar, MalhotraQuestions of Question Based Selling - Thomas FreeseBrad's offer:Email Brad and say you heard Brad on this podcast and he will offer 2 FREE coaching sessions with himbrad.smith@stellarinsightinc.com—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Rebecca is the VP of operations at FMO media out of Atlanta and steers the helm of operations at FMO Media with an eagle eye for efficiency and a maestro's touch in digital strategy. She's the backbone of the production and marketing teams, pioneering systems that transform challenges into seamless workflows. When she's not innovating the next big thing in marketing automation, Rebecca cherishes life in rhythm with her husband, their two Shiba Inu rescues, Kit and Kuma, and Blue, the cat with eyes as deep as the ocean.She spent her early career working with theatre and nonprofit arts organizations. When I found that she was interested in our podcast and had a background in theatre and working in non-profit organizations, I jumped at the chance to have her on because I also have a theatre background and work with non-profits. Rebecca says that she thrives on coaching her team and she is a firm believer in empowering others, and her goal is to foster stronger leaders, cohesive teams and well-rounded individuals. Rebecca is 100% in alignment with the theme of this podcast.Contact Rebecca Vickers:FMOmedia.com/about-us—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Liz Weber is a speaker and the author of 'Something Needs to Change Around Here' and 'What Women In Leadership Need to Stop Doing'. Liz has written a total of ten books, has supervised business activities in 129 countries, and has consulted in over 20 countries. Liz helps her clients focus on the right things at the right time to get the right impact. As a result, her clients measurably improve their performance, profits, and workplace culture.Links & Resources from This Episode:Company website: www.WBSLLC.comLeadership Insights Blog: https://www.wbsllc.com/blog/FREE Leadership Stage Assessment: https://www.wbsllc.com/leadership-quiz/—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Erin is a business and leadership success coach. She's got over 20 years of hands-on experience. She's got a portfolio spanning 40 industry lead brands in global companies. Erin‘s leadership skills have transformed mindset, elevated brand profiles and driven unprecedented performance, all while fostering, authentic and respectful relationships. And as you know, that's the core of our podcast and that's why we're excited to chat with Erin.Erin is the author of the award-winning practical strategy guide, "From Purpose to Profit." With a dedication to ethical practices and a customer-centric approach, and a portfolio spanning 40 cross-industry leading brands in global companies, Erin is as real as it F-ing gets.Find Erin Andrea Craske's Linketree here, including:A gift of two full coaching sessions to the listenersA 50% discount on the strategy guide - all-in-one marketing toolbox - using EFFORTLESS code at the TGBBS checkoutFreebies: business surveys, marketing frameworks, quotes, and strategy guide materialshttps://linktr.ee/eacraske—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Meet Carlos Alvarenga, the author of “The Rules of Persuasion". His book explains exactly how persuasion works in all forms of human communication. It uses insights and examples from art to history to literature to hip-hop. Carlos tells us about an uncomfortable conversation in which he refused a promotion because he was the only Latino at the firm.Contact Carlos Alvarenga:CarlosAlvarenga.comCarlos Alvarenga's Book: The Rules of Persuasion: How the World's Greatest Communicators Convince, Inspire, Lead―and, Sometimes, Deceive on Amazon—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Tom is literally the guy who wrote the book on compliance with the international compliance best seller “The Compliance Handbook, 5th edition”.. along with 30 other books and just as many podcasts on the award-winning Compliance Podcast Network and hosting or producing multiple award-winning podcasts. Who knew that Tom could make compliance so F-ing interesting? Tom also tells us about how he failed in the most challenging conversation of his working career, and what we can learn from his experience. Contact Tom Fox:Compliance Podcast NetworkTom's Book: The Compliance Handbook—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Randy is the founder of National Best Financial Network, one of the most innovative, independent Life Insurance brokerages in Canada for sole proprietors or incorporated professionals. In addition, Randy has facilitated over 250 workshops and training courses in his career … and through his free monthly workshop, he teaches others how to network properly.Randy runs several meet-up/networking/education workshops:Calgary Networking and Referral Business Training Forum on the 4th Tuesday of every monthThe Calgary Northwest Business NetworkThe Calgary Investors Education ForumContact Randy McCord:National Best: Randy McCordRandy's Book: The 8 Step Dream Business Plan : Achieve Your Dream Life and Business—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode Russell needs to f***ing talk to Kari Lotzien. Kari specializes in personalized coaching and leadership training tailored to help entrepreneurs regain control of their time and find their spark again. Her mission is to assist you in creating a business that not only thrives in the present but can survive for years as your life changes.Contact Kari Lotzien:Anchored Leadership AcademyLinkedInKari Lotzien's podcast: Be the Anchor – Strategies and Support for Small Business Owners—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode Russell talks with Jessica Belbin. Jessica is a facilitator, improviser, performer and writer. She facilitates workshops that use improv to help evolve the soft skills of people. A former broadcaster, she understands the power of great communication and believes the world should take improv classes to better their communication skills.Contact Jessica Belbin:JBelTraining.com—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode Russell talks to Ken about his recent work at a strategic board retreat when Ken utilized one of Chris McGoff's tools from his book 'The Primes' relating to Perimeters. When individuals convene, they erect boundaries. These boundaries delineate topics deemed acceptable for discussion, effectively constraining the discourse within a predefined realm. Such conversations invariably yield predictable results.However, when a collective broadens its scope to encompass the 'uncommon' or 'extraordinary,' it fosters an environment where novel perspectives can emerge—perspectives typically stifled within the confines of conventional discourse. This shift towards expansive dialogue fosters innovative, transformative thinking, enhancing the group's capacity to tackle challenges effectively.Links:The PRIMES: Perimeter—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Dr. Liora Elias is a college professor at University of Minnesota, a communication and sexuality subject expert, and an enneagram consultant. Dr Elias works with the enneagram to help clients and therapists build their capacity to be more themselves. She is also a six on the anagram which means she is playful and curious and has a tendency to overthink everything. Contact Dr. Liora Elias: TheEnneagramDr.com—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
This episode, we need to f***ing talk to Lindsay Tsang. Lindsay is a registered psychotherapist and executive coaching expert. He brings unique blend of psychological insight and practical business acumen. He specializes in guiding CEOs and business owners of small to medium size enterprises to create sustainable, happy and effective workplaces.Contact Lindsay Tsang: LindsayTsang.com—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Simon is the author of “The Invisible Asset: How Good Communications Can Fix Almost Everything”. He is an Executive Communications Coach who has been delivering communications coaching to executives since 1996. And most importantly, he was Ken's coach and mentor, who taught him to speak in front of a crowd.Resources from this episode:SimonHeath.caSimon's book, The Invisible Asset: How Good Communication Can Fix Almost EverythingSimon on Instagram: @simonheathpottery—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
We talk about online and remote collaboration with Jonathan White a Designated Miro Expert. If you haven't explored the online whiteboarding platform at Miro.com (or one of its knock-offs) during the pandemic, Jon is here to tell you all about it. If your question is ever “What do we do with our meeting?”, his response will definitely be “Create a Miro board!”Resources Mentioned in this Episode:HiroStudio.coFind the latest Miro Board ImprovConnect with Jon on LinkedIn—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode Shannon Phillips and Tristan Ham co-founders of Unbounded Thinking share the stage to talk innovation, why an entrepreneur is just a pissed off intrapreneur and how leaders can prevent their best employees from leaving out of frustration. Shannon Phillips, co-founder of Unbounded Thinking and co-creator of Unbounded's Human-Centered Innovation Management (HCIM) Framework; ATLAS Organizational Change Process; and Unbounded Thinking Profiles (UTP). Originally from Australia, where he studied biomedical science, Shannon is now based in Calgary, where he is helping organizations and communities nurture innovation.Tristan Ham, also a co-founder at Unbounded, is an experienced program manager/facilitator/coach/storyteller and is focused on building community innovation ecosystems with Unbounded Thinking. Tristan also shares our interest in adult learning techniques and workshop tools and is a pitch expert for entrepreneurs. Tristan began his facilitation career with Child Services both in Canada and in Australia... and has had his fair share of difficult conversations.—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
It's our first episode of 2024, so a Happy New Year to you all. Russell and Ken wish you a very Happy F**ing New Year.Russell and Ken are going to discuss the most difficult workplace conversations that each of them has encountered and they are gonna talk about what we learned from those experiences.Hopefully you can learn from their mistakes and hopefully their successes.Ken and Russell offer workplace training in difficult conversations. Perhaps this might be something for your workplace in 2024?—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this special Holiday episode, we need to f***ing talk to …. Ourselves. Because it's the holiday season and everyone is forced to attend an office holiday function whether they want to or not. Don't you hate having to make small talk at these things? We do too. So we have a series of quick-fire questions that you can use at your Merry Christmas party … er, Happy Holiday office party.—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Israel Peck is an entrepreneur, speaker, and consultant. About 7 years ago, his life took a big turn during a night out in San Francisco, when he had his first encounter with an AI company. It captivated him and he was hooked. Now Israel runs a tech startup called Cratic, focused on AI and team culture. He has found an exciting link between AI and therapeutic techniques to help people and teams talk and communicate better. This improves businesses and lives through cool uses of machine learning. Israel talks about a hopeful future — and a World where we all have machine learning tools helping us think and work and live our best lives. —We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode we need to F***ing talk to Claire Chandler. Claire is a corporate and cancer survivor turned entrepreneur. She helps senior leadership teams work together more effectively in less time with less cultural resistance all so that they can accelerate their business growth.She is the President and Founder of Talent Boost. Claire gets results because she's insanely easy to work with cuts through the corporate clutter and has a simple proven approach. Claire holds a certificate in strategic HR leadership from Cornell's School of Industrial and Labor Relations, a master's degree from the New Jersey Institute of Technology, and a bachelor's degree from Fairfield University. She has appeared as a guest on over 150 podcasts, is the author of several books on leadership and business strategy, and is a contributing writer for Forbes.Resources:Claire's upcoming book in 2024Talent Boost: Claire ChandlerTalent Isn't Born, It's Boosted - Talent Boost—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode I need to F***ing talk to Kerry-Ann Powell. Kerry-Ann Powell has varied experience of over 20 years as a Washington, DC attorney, lobbyist, and fundraiser. After raising $120 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial she launched her strategic business and consulting firm, Trafalgar Strategies. About Kerry-Ann Powell:Kerry-Ann Powell has varied experience of over 20 years as a Washington, DC attorney, lobbyist, and fundraiser. After raising $120 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial she launched her strategic business and consulting firm, Trafalgar Strategies. She is committed to spreading the gospel that running a small and medium-sized business is vital and important to our economies, yet it doesn't have to feel like trying to manage a chaotic tornado. And business owners can run their businesses smoothly and feel confident that they will thrive.Resources:Kerry-Ann Powell: Leadership Coach | Life Strategist | SpeakerAudio Book - The 9 True Culprits That Are Causing Chaos in Your Business with Kerry-Ann T. Powell—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
The author Margaret Atwood use to roll her eyes when doctors told they wanted to be an author when they retired - as if it was that easy. Well, here comes Gary Simonds, an actual brain surgeon-turned-author. Gary has cared for tens of thousands of critically ill patients AND he has written three non-fiction books on burnout and wellness and writes blog posts for Psychology Today Online. In the realm of fiction, he has recently published a medical/psychological thriller with a paranormal twist entitled, Death's Pale Flag. Resources and References:Website:Garyrsimonds.comDeath's Pale Flag—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
"Am I F***ing Black or am I F***ing White?" asks Michael Fosberg. “F***ing Hell,” said Russell upon first hearing the story of Michael Fosberg from his own lips. A Chicago native, Michael has spoken at nearly a thousand high schools, colleges, government agencies, corporations, law firms and not-for-profits since 2005. He uses his award winning autobiographical story - the journey to find his biological father and the discovery of his Black heritage - told in the form of a one-man play, as an entry point for meaningful dialogues on race and identity. BiographyChicago native Michael Fosberg has been working to create a national dialogue on race and identity since 2001 when he launched his one-man autobiographical play Incognito. The author-activist has used the unique presentation, along with engaging interactive training sessions and speeches, to embrace diversity in an effort to change corporate and organization cultures.He has been a frequent guest in the national media speaking as an expert on race and identity issues. His travels have taken him across the country facilitating meaningful conversations at educational institutions, corporations, government agencies and military bases. His highly praised memoir; Incognito: An American Odyssey of Race and Self Discovery was published in 2011 and his newest book, Nobody Wants to Talk About It: Race, Identity, and the Difficulty in Forging Meaningful Conversations addresses his efforts to provoke conversations about race over the past fifteen years.His work with organizations such as United Way Worldwide, the FBI, The Boeing Company, The Dept of Homeland Security, Harvard College, Purdue University and others, is reshaping the way organizations converse about race, identity, diversity, and inclusion. He has given Keynote addresses at conferences, conducted workshops and trainings for the “C” suite, and has spent time in classrooms modelling courageous conversations with students and teachers.His early career work in the fields of acting, writing, teaching and directing prepared him expertly for a life of prolific storytelling. He has worked at a number of prestigious theatre companies including the Chicago-based Goodman and Steppenwolf Theatres, and has had small roles in film and television over the years. In addition he has taught theatre-based classes at Northwestern and Carnegie Mellon University, as well as an assortment of high schools across the country.References:Nobody Wants to Talk About It: Race, Identity and the Difficulties in Forging Meaningful ConversationsIncognito: the PodcastMichael's website: IncognitoThePlay.com—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode, we need to F***ing talk to my co-author and cohost Russell Stratton about some of the work that he's been doing at the Calgary Remand Centre with individuals who have been incarcerated. For those of you who are either new listeners or for those of you who have been listening a longtime and just never really cottoned on to the background and the depth of experience that Russell brings onto the show, here is Russell's background: Russell is a certified trainer, leadership coach and conference speaker with a masters degree in human resource management.Russell has a passion for developing leaders including those transitioning into management roles by building their capacity and confidence using a blend of simulations, dynamic, experiential learning and workplace coaching. And of course Russell is not only the cohost of this podcast, he is also the co-author of our book, “I Need to F***ing Talk to You: The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations.” Resources in This Episode:I Need to F***ing Talk to You: The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsGreyston BakeryClyde's, by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Dr. Taryn is the Founder and Chief Resilience Officer (CRO) of Resilience Leadership Institute. Her TEDx talk, How Resilience Breaks Us Out of Our Vulnerability Cage, went viral with more than 1.3 million views within a months. Her bestselling book, The 5 Practices of Highly Resilient People: Why Some Flourish When Others Fold, is endorsed by Arianna Huffington, Daniel Pink, Marshal Goldsmith and many others.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:The Five Practices of Highly Resilient PeopleTed Talk: How Resilience Breaks Us Out of Our Vulnerability CageResilience-Leadership.comResilience Institute Courses—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Donna is Director of Client Operations at (un)Common Logic. (un)Common Logic's digital marketing experts are relentless in their pursuit of optimization, meticulous in their approach, and authentic in their customer service. Donna's background includes managing national broadcast media buys for multi-million dollar clients, lobbying, and overseeing government appropriations funding. Donna has been a featured speaker at Digital Summit Portland, Hero Conf in Philadelphia, STAT Crawl in Vancouver, and Healthcare Internet Conference in Austin.Donna's conversation with Ken and Russell covers building high performance culture, inclusive leadership and of course navigating some difficult workplace conversations.Contact Donna Lagow:LinkedIn: Donna LagowUncommonLogic.com—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode, co-hosts Russell and Ken sit down with Isis Fabian, a renowned Call Out Coach, to discuss the challenges of bias, backlash, and sociocultural change in today's ever-shifting cultural landscape. Isis brings her expertise in navigating high-sensitivity topics and failures of communication across identity groups, providing leaders and teams with the tools to address these issues effectively. Isis shares her background and journey in becoming an expert in bias and failures of communication across identity groups. Isis explains the concept of Call Out Coaching and how it helps individuals and groups navigate bias, backlash, and sociocultural change. Isis provides insights into the common pitfalls, the failures of communication that occur during these conversations and the emphasizes the importance of empathy, active listening, and creating a safe space for dialogue.Isis Fabian is a Call Out Coach, helping groups and individuals navigate bias, backlash, and sociocultural change. With ten years of experience speaking publicly on high-sensitivity topics and conducting nationally representative research on experiences ranging from race & ethnicity, to disability, to LGBTQ identity, as well as in countries from Brazil to Poland to Hong Kong, Isis is an expert in bias and failures of communication across identity groups. Whether it's an urgent moment of crisis or a proactive need for broad interpersonal skill building, Isis provides leaders and teams peace of mind in today's ever-shifting cultural landscape.Resources:IsisFabian.comTiktok: @isis_fabianLinkedIn: Isis Fabiean—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode, we need to f***ing talk to Marcy Fortnow. Marcy is the owner of Engaging Play, a team building and training company that delivers workshops and programs through traditional training, active facilitation and of course, engaging play. She develops and delivers experiential learning programs for corporate groups, organizations and boards to raise their leadership level, improve teamwork, enable better communication and problem-solving, and increase productivity.Prior to beginning her entrepreneurial ventures, Marcy accumulated more than twelve years in the business software world, in training and development, change management, and implementation and consulting, for both domestic and European clients. She has a BS in Psychology, and an MBA from Boston University. Marcy is a certified John Maxwell Leadership Trainer and is a certified Disc consultant in Advanced Behavioral Analysis. Marcy is also certified as a LEGO® Serious Play® facilitator, working with clients around alignment, innovation and problem solving. She is a Certified Corporate Culture Shift Facilitator, helping her clients explore individual and corporate values, and is training with ORSC™ - working towards her certification in Organization and Relationship Systems Coaching.Marcy is an extremely involved community member serving in leadership on several boards, including the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), SEAF, PFLAG, and more. Marcy loves what she does – using play to help her clients do more.ResourcesEngagingPlay.com—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode, we need to talk to Meridith Grundei. Meridith is an award-winning theatre director, producer, and former Second City Improv teacher. She is also a speaker, coach and host of the podcast “Are You Waiting For Permission?” who helps presenters and speakers not be boring. Past clients include Merck, Amazon, Mercer ,CenturyLink, Google, Survey Gizmo, and a whole raft of other clients. Resources:MeridithGrundei.comTiktok: @GrundeiCoachinglinktr.ee/MeridithCGrundei—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
In this episode Ken and Russell talk with Anne-Marie Pham CEO at the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, which is celebrating its 10 year anniversary. And host of the Leader Talk podcast. Anne-Marie has worked with diverse communities and workplaces for over 25 years as a diversity and inclusion lead for Spectra Energy and the City of Calgary, and as a trainer and facilitator for Human Resources and Skills Development Canada. In 2013, she received the Queen's Diamond Jubilee award for her community service. Anne-Marie is a member of the Board of Directors of the Canadian Race Relations Foundation, and as of October 2020, a member of the City of Calgary's Anti-Racism Action Committee.Anne-Marie shares valuable insights and practical tips, including her unique D.I.N. model (Describe, Interpret, Navigate) for promoting understanding and empathy. The conversation also explores strategies for depolarizing discussions on sensitive topics, promoting healthy dialogue, and fostering a harmonious work environment. Don't miss this engaging episode that provides actionable advice for building bridges and embracing diversity in your organization.Resources:Seth Godin's blog Avoid false proxiesCCDI Website www.CCDI.caCCDI Podcast Leader Talk https://ccdi.ca/podcast/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/annemariepham/—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Just in time for Pride, we feature Victoria Pelletier, the the co-author of the book “Unstoppable” and Managing Director at Accenture and LGBTQ+ advocate. She is recognized across North America as a dynamic, captivating keynote speaker and dynamic executive. She was a COO at age 24, President by 35, CEO at 41. —We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Show Notes:This year, Alberta became the first province in Canada to regulate the use of psychedelic drugs for people in therapy. But psychedelics have been used by humans in various ways, for hundreds of years. What makes them innovative now? In this episode Russell interviews fellow host Ken Cameron, founder and “Facilitator of Thinking Differently” of Corporate Culture Shift, and the boys discuss the compelling case for how psychedelic-executive leadership development allows innovators, creators and entrepreneurs to expand the upper limits of their potential to create workplace cultures that are inclusive and equitable, to forge authentic engagement with their employees and to be models of emotional intelligence for their peers.Ken Cameron is one of Canada's foremost minds, with a résumé that includes visual art, arts administration, theatre corporate coaching and is now working with a new program to help leaders gain an expanded perspective through Embodied Psychedelic Leadership.Ken will be speaking further on this subject on June 14 at Avenue Innovation Event 2023.Tickets are on sale now at https://www.showpass.com/avenue-innovation-event-2023/ Use the discount code: CULTURESHIFT15 for 15% off of tickets.—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
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