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okay folks this is the "official" last episode of the verbal judo series. However, as i was recording these episodes i realized that there were three other smaller techniques that i wanted to cover but they didn't warrant episodes on their own. And i don't like doing an even numbered series so no episode 8! However, if you want this off the books episode, if you join my mailing list at Developing Leaders I will send it to you. All you need do is send me an email at ronh@developingleadersinc.com with off the books VJ episode in the subject line. I will take care of the rest!I invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course. Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

Continuing our series on verbal judo, today we discuss the idea of abstracting up. Language is funny. There is concrete tangible language (words like dog, sidewalk, tree, table) and then there are these words that are abstract more idea or category based (canine, walking routes, forest, furniture). Where you can picture the first category of words in your mind easily, the second not so much or at least less so. Knowing the difference here is incredibly helpful when you face a problem in a conversation where you reach an impasse or roadblock. Often it feels impossible to solve the problem, navigate the conversation. However, if we learn to move up a level of abstraction, we gain the ability to engage with a wider conversational field. This wider field is still talking about the very same topic, it just offers us the ability to find new ways to navigate the conversation. I invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course. Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

In this episode I offered you two special bonuses.1. A pdf worksheet on how to navigate the process of changing the tense. To get this email me at ronh@developingleadersinc.com with Change the Tense worksheet in the subject line. I will add you to my mailing list and send you the worksheet. 2. I included a special cyber monday offer to receive 4 hours of goal setting coaching to help you prepare for 2024 and set a plan for transformational results. I priced this at a 50% discount! To take advantage of this offer set a meeting with me through the link below.https://calendly.com/ron-hurst/30-min-strategy-call I invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders I invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

In this episode I offered you a special cyber monday offer to receive 4 hours of goal setting coaching to help you prepare for 2024 and set a plan for transformational results. To take advantage of this offer set a meeting with me through the link below.https://calendly.com/ron-hurst/30-min-strategy-call I invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

In part 3 we explore how introducing process can not only save time and aggravation, it can provide you the ability to influence the effectiveness of the people and groups you interact with. This technique done well requires preparation as it is a highly proactive approach to communication. Trust me practice it and you will see a significant benefit in your group interactions

In our continuing series on verbal judo, this week we examine how to leverage we, us, and our to connect ourselves with another person in conversation. This simple subtle technique will help position your language as a collaboration rather than a confrontation and is incredibly powerful. Fortunately it is also very easy to practice and see results quickly

I invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

As always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

I am including the reference to the book this series is inspired by below on amazonThe first 90 DaysAs always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

As always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

I referenced a few books in the cast, i highly recommend them all. Links to them on amazon belowThe first 90 DaysWhat Got You Here, Won't Get You ThereOrganizational Culture and Leadership As always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

I referenced 2 books in the cast, i highly recommend both. Links to both on amazon belowThe first 90 Days4 Disciplines of ExecutionAs always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

I referenced 2 books in the cast, i highly recommend both. Links to both on amazon belowThe first 90 Days4 Disciplines of ExecutionAs always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

As always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

This is such an important topic that if you have been accused of favoritism we need to talk. Included below is a link to my calendar please set up a complimentary strategy session with me so we can build a plan to address this situation.https://calendly.com/ron-hurst/accelerator_callAs always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

As always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

As always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

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The book I mentioned in this cast can be found on Amazon here: How to get better at almost anything by Pat Flynn

In the cast i offered you a free PDF download of a learning resource I created. Feel free to reach out to me directly at ronh@developingleadersinc.com to get yours.As always you are encouraged to join our linking group Mentoring Leaders where we discuss all things leadership development.Be certain to come to the Developing Leaders website and check out the wealth of articles we have published on leadership in addition to this podcast.Ron

As always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

the article that inspired this cast can be found here:InsiderAs always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

In this cast I invited you to schedule a 30 minute conflict strategy call with me. If you want to do this, please be ready to maximize the value of our time together. Here are some questions to use in preparationwhat is a leadership conflict situation we can examine?Is this conflict task, process or interpersonal?What actions did you take when faced with the conflict? Schedule your strategy call hereRon's scheduleNote I am only opening Jun 29 and 30 for these free strategy sessions. Do not delay.Ron

As always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

In this episode I evaluate my initial experience in dealing with an Artificial Intelligence that i nickname Skippy. I examine what AI can do in support of a leadership coach and podcaster such as myself. I also consider what the benefit to you, an operational leader, might be.

Here is a TRIZ resource for innovative problem solvingTRIZ Innovation and Inventive Problem SolvingMy favorite right brain brainstorming resourceThe Creative Whack PackAs always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

In my continuing series collaborating with my AI buddy Skippy, this cast digs into the second form of fear of failure, not meeting the standard. i am sure we have all felt this one at one time or another. Your manager calls you into their office to have a serious chat. Maybe there is an HR representative present. They look you in the eye and say, "there is no easy way to say this so i'm just going to put it out there. You aren't meeting the standards of the role". What do you do? Your worst nightmare is becoming real. How do you work through this? What so you say? How do you solve the challenge? This cast will walk you through the process of either ensuring you never have to face this conversation or how to work though it if you do.

Here is the article that inspired this castMortality Retirement and Family BusinessAn important entrepreneurial bookThe E-Myth RevisitedI referenced Edwards Deming in the cast and one of his 14 points of quality. If you want to read more check this book outOut of The CrisisAs always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

In this cast I mentioned a number of previous casts. First growing your self awarenessNuts and Bolts: Growing Your Self AwarenessThen we discussed your development. There are three relevant casts here.Developing Leaders Part 1Developing Leaders Part 2Developing Leaders Part 3As always i invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course.Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click this link and join us at Mentoring Leaders

In this episode i reference nicknaming ChatGPT's AI as Skippy. This name comes from the Ancient AI one of my favorite fiction series called Expeditionary Force by  Craig AlansonThe article that inspired this episode can be found here: Robot Decisions As always come to the website Developing Leaders and join our mailing list and receive my ebook on delegation.And finally you can join our LinkedIn mentoring leaders group here

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Join Developing Leaders mailing list here and receive a free course in leadership development you can join our LinkedIn mentoring leaders group here

Grab your copy of my delegation E-book with the template i discuss in this episode.www.developingleadersinc.com you can join our LinkedIn mentoring leaders group here

You are going to need the form to maximize the benefit on this cast. Yes I am asking for your email address. No I won't spam you. My goal is simple I want to help you realize the performance your business process is capable of. That is it.www.developingleadersinc.com you can join our LinkedIn mentoring leaders group here

Join Developing Leaders mailing list here and receive a free course in leadership development you can join our LinkedIn mentoring leaders group here

there are two primary reasons to delegate; to build capacity and to build competence. In this cast we dig deep into the building capacity reason. The challenge for many managers is that they believe that there is already too much to do and they think that by delegating they will overburden their direct reports. This is false. What we need to consider is that by stopping non value added activities you free your employees up to do the important work. This is a critical component in the delegation process.

In our continuing series on how to become an excellent delegator, we now dig into how to prepare yourself and the project you are leading for the process of delegation. This cast walks through two examples of how the work breakdown structure informs the work that can be delegated. When we understand the project milestones, major activities, and daily tasks we can then make informed decisions on what and how to delegate. This cast also explores the two major reasons why we delegate; capacity and development. Remember to come to www.developingleadersinc.com to get your free copy of my delegation workbook.

ResourceOne of my favorite management podcasts Manager Tools

The book i love on EQ and leadershipPrimal Leadershipthe Budweiser commercial i referencedBudweiser Superbowl Commercial  

Recently I was thinking about change and the disorientation and emotionality that comes up when significant events overtake us. This cast offers a perspective on how to work through the emotion of change. We as leaders need to be able to normalize change to a point where we can navigate the complexity and maintain a sense of direction and purpose.

https://weareherose.com 

in this cast we explore many of the questions that come up around goal setting and achievement and how to overcome some of the inevitable barriers you may face.

its one thing to set a quality goal, its wholly another to achieve it. Many people ultimately fail in their goal aspirations because they don't understand how to translate the idea of a goal into an action plan whereby you can achieve a goal. We explore in this cast the project management approach of the work breakdown structure and how through this logical approach you can stack the odds of success in your favor. We walk through two examples of exactly how to break a goal down to build an action plan in this cast.

In our continuing series on goal setting and achievement this episode starts to look at how you can integrate goals into a successful life and career enhancing process. We feature a tool for setting professional goals when your organization lacks a formal strategic process or leadership in the form of a clear vision and values.

Books I referred to Charles Duhigg The Power of HabitBrian Moran & Michael Lennington The Twelve Week Year John Doerr Measure What MattersThe daily goal journal I use and recommendPhoenix Journal  

This cast was conceived on January 1 when i considered what i wanted to achieve this year. It seems to me that we all could benefit from a conversation around how to set and achieve goals. In this first cast of this series we will explore professional goals. What should you consider in setting goals that will enhance your professional success.

Books I recommended on this castJust listen by Mark GoulstenVerbal Judo by George ThompsonPositive Intelligence by Sharzard CarmineLove is Just Damn Good Business by Steve FarberThe Secret Laws of Success by Noah St John

In this episode friend of the show and leadership coach extraordinaire, Shelli Hendricks and I explore the presence required to enter a room as a leader. We cover self awareness, intention, executive presence as well as the practical where to put and how to contribute. I know you will find this show infinitely practical as you consider the standing meetings you are are part of. Side note my audio engineer Brad has accepted a new position as a producer and will be departing the show. I wish him nothing but the best and completely appreciate his dedication and work ethic in making this show what it has become. Between this news and the recent Thanksgiving holiday i was thrown for a bit hence the two week hiatus in shows. Resta assured I have a full slate of shows planned for you and am back on the case. Also excited that I found Brad's replacement and hope to be back in regular production within the next two weeks. Ron

Note: If you listened to the cast early you might have noticed i uploaded the pre-edit file. Apologies for that... In this cast we explore the idea of adversity and how to address it. For me adverse circumstances, situation, and relationships are the very problems we as leaders face every day. With this in mind we can apply a problem solving mindset and work our way through. This cast offers a process for doing so.

in this cast i quoted "Plans are useless, planning is everything" This quote comes from the 34th President of the USA Dwight D Eisenhower