Leading Your Team: A Small Business Podcast

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Through solo episodes and interviews with industry experts, The Leading Your Team podcast provides commentary on what it takes for small businesses to find and grow effective teams. This podcast discusses what's happening in the leadership and HR world, so you can find what works for your company.

Sarah Torres-Ferrick


    • Mar 30, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    Crypto and Your Retirement

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 37:50


    Join Sarah in a discussion of this week's business news. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worktea/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worktea/support

    Inflation, Starbucks, and Discrimination

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2022 23:15


    Join Sarah in a discussion of this week's business news. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worktea/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worktea/support

    Lawsuit against the NFL

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2022 52:27


    Jack tells Sarah about a lawsuit against the NFL regarding discrimination and a rule that hurts her HR head. They chat about the rule, the lawsuit, and what it means to you. Join the conversation on Instagram @sarahtorresferrick --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worktea/message

    Just give us the numbers already

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 42:49


    Review the news from the previous week with Sarah and Jack. Join the conversation on Instagram @sarahtorresferrick. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worktea/message

    Welcome to Work Tea

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 1:01


    Welcome to the rebranded Work Tea podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worktea/message

    You Don't Have to Fear Feedback

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 13:15


    No judgement here. It's normal and common to fear giving feedback. In this episode we discuss why that is. And more importantly, we talk about why you don't need to fear giving feedback, so you can feel comfortable being a leader. Mini Course "Get Out of Your Head and Master Team Member Feedback Already" https://hrcircle.thinkific.com/courses/teamfeedback DM with questions Instagram: @sarahtorresferrick --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    SOPs are Killing Your Business

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 13:53


    Sorry, but it's true. The overuse of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and templates are killing your business and also draining your time and energy. SOPs and templates were supposed to save you, but we both know they aren't working. Or at least, they aren't working in the way conventional thinking tells us to use them. In this episode we discuss how SOPs are killing your business and what you should do instead. Get the free HR Toolkit: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Instagram: @sarahtorresferrick --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    How to Motivate Employees for Free

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2021 18:06


    Motivation doesn't have to break the budget. Who got it in our heads that money and expensive gifts were the only way to get a motivated staff? Don't buy into that. You can - and should - motivate your team with the free methods we discuss during this podcast episode. Get the free HR Toolkit: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Instagram: @sarahtorresferrick --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Tackling Conflict Within Your Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 21:30


    Conflict on teams hurt. Knowing what to do about the conflict can be daunting. In this episode, we tackle what to do when there is a conflict on your team. We discuss how to rise as the leader of your business to resolve conflict in a way that helps your team members and supports your business. Get the free HR Toolkit: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Instagram: @sarahtorresferrick --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Simple and Effective Performance Management Systems

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 7:06


    Enjoy the first lesson in our Listenable course "Winning Leadership: Simple and Effective Performance Management Systems" during this episode. When it comes to running my business and my team, I live for an effective performance management system. Taking the time to set up a system helps me down the line. I don't have to stress about how to deal with a performance issue or agonize over whether I am being fair to all my high-achieving employees. This course is perfect for you if you manage a team and need to finally set up a performance management system. Don't worry, no MBA required and no fancy HR talk. The course cuts to the basics so you can get back to running your business. Get the full course here and enjoy a 7 day free trial (that's enough time to take this course and try more courses from Listenable). https://listenable.io/web/courses/395/winning-leadership-simple-and-effective-performance-management-systems/ Get the free HR Toolkit: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Instagram: @sarahtorresferrick --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Steal These Tips from Negotiators

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 27:05


    Negotiators are not those slimy people you want to avoid. You can actually learn from negotiators to make your communications more effective. In this episode, we talk about what tips you can steal from negotiators. Instagram: @sarahtorresferrick Get the free HR Toolkit: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    How to Motivate Employees to be High Performers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 22:11


    Oh the big question... How do you get your employees to do their best work? You pay them right? Well, there is actually more to it. In this episode we talk about how to motivate your employees to be high performers. Get the free HR Toolkit: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Three Phrases You Should Never Say When Giving Constructive Feedback

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 30:46


    Nobody goes into business because they love constructive feedback and not-so-nice conversations. In this episode we make this process a little easier, by highlighting three things you should never say and then what to say instead. Connect on IG: @sarahtorresferrick Get the free HR Toolkit (to include the FUN Feedback Cheat Sheet mentioned in the episode): www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Virtual Learning with Heather Burright

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 29:47


    It doesn't have to be awkward or a pain. In fact, it can improve your business. In this interview, Heather talks virtual learning in a way that is approachable and makes you want to put down your earbuds and get to it. Get Heather's Virtual Facilitation Formula at https://mailchi.mp/skillmastersmarket/three-tips-for-virtual-facilitation Connect with Heather: LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-burright/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Why Leaders Should Love to Fail

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 11:19


    Failure is one of best things that could happen as a leader. It is a tool you can use to show that innovation and thus failure is valued at your company. In this episode we discuss why failure is important, and how leaders can use it to improve innovation. Connect on IG: @sarahtorresferrick Get the free HR Toolkit (to include the New Hire Checklist): www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    What to Do With Your New Employee

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 30:19


    You did the hard part, and now it's time to welcome your new employee to the company. From new hire paperwork to team introductions and acclimation, we talk how to make the most of the critical first few days. Get the free HR Toolkit (to include the New Hire Checklist): www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Employee Handbook Updates for the New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 24:31


    It's the time of year to look at your employee handbook. I know it sounds horrible, but if you take a few hours each year to do this, then you are saving yourself time and stress down the line. In this episode we discuss the 6 areas to update to get your employee handbook ready for the new year. Get the free HR Toolkit (to include the anti discrimination policy to add to your Employee Handbook): www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Join the community Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 33:05


    The EEOC issued new guidance on vaccinations in the workplace. In this episode we talk about what the guidance means while tackling when to require vaccinations and what to do when employees refuse. EEOC: https://bit.ly/3nyP7Ux Get the free HR Toolkit: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Join the community Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    DOL Clarifies Definition of Independent Contractor - Kinda

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2021 27:59


    DOL issued a new final rule that clarifies the definition of an independent contractor. In this episode we talk about what that means and what you should do as a business owner. News Release: https://bit.ly/2LynrC8 Final Rule: https://bit.ly/3hXixdK Get the free HR Toolkit that includes a contractor checklist: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Join the community Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Where to Find Team Members

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 26:18


    Finding team members is a struggle. In this episode, we discuss three places to find team members so you are not bombarded with unqualified people. Register for the Soloprenuer to CEO Roadmap webinar: www.hrcircleonline.com/roadmap --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Things to Do Before Hiring Your First Employee

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 21:40


    Growing in business does not always been more. Sometimes it means cutting back and being strategic. In this episode, we discuss things you can do to grow business before hiring employees. Register for the Soloprenuer to CEO Roadmap webinar: www.hrcircleonline.com/roadmap --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    The Simple Business Setup Roadmap

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 34:21


    As much as we love all the frills of having a business, a business is a business when we have clients and customers. But it is not all about selling products and services or taking care of customers (though those are critical). At some point, hopefully early on, every business needs to get the guts of the business setup. In this episode we break it down in a simple roadmap. We talk business entities, legal stuff, tax stuff and more. If you ever debated about the LLC or S Corp or Sole Prop question, then this episode is for you. Get the free HR Toolkit discussed in the episode: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Join the community Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    So Many Laws So Little Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 22:01


    Reading and caring about new laws is the last thing you want to think about, but it is important for the health and security of your business. In this episode we chat about recent updates in Virginia and California and touch on trends we are seeing across the country. Get the free HR Toolkit discussed in the episode: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Join the community Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup Sources: https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/legal-and-compliance/state-and-local-updates/pages/7-steps-virginia-employers-should-take-in-light-of-new-laws.aspx https://www.forbes.com/sites/kellyphillipserb/2020/11/05/california-votes-to-keep-drivers-classified-as-independent-contractors/?sh=69fb7b254376 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    How Systems Can be the Foundation for Growth with Tracy Lynn Morgan

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2020 27:38


    Good systems are critical for every business, but they are especially critical for businesses that want to grow. In this Interview, Tracy talks business systems in a way that is approachable and makes you want to put down your earbuds and get to it. Get Tracy's Well-Planned Week Starter Kit at https://tracylynnmorgan.kartra.com/page/WellPlannedWeekSignUp. Connect with Tracy: IG - https://www.instagram.com/tracylynnmorgan/ LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracylmorgan/ Join the community Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Stop Doing This When Talking to Employees

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 12:11


    Communication is hard, and it's not something that comes naturally to most business owners. In this episode we talk about one thing you can stop doing that will sky rocket the effectiveness of your conversations with employees. Take the SkillShare Course "Navigating Difficult Conversations with Employees" at https://www.skillshare.com/classes/Navigating-Difficult-Conversations-with-Employees/25458417?via=teaching If you don't have a membership get a 2 month free trial with my link. https://www.skillshare.com/r/profile/Sarah-Torres-Ferrick-HR-Circle/395580 Join the community Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Amazing Work Culture with Jacqueline Martinez

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 28:36


    Amazing work culture always matters, but it is increasing important in the current times when companies are working hard to just stay open let alone create and foster an amazing work culture. In this interview with Jacqueline Martinez, we learn real world steps for getting an amazing work culture. The best part is that it won't cause you more stress. When talking about communication she says the leader needs to "only do 20% of the talking." This is doable. Listen to Jacqueline's podcast From Coffee to Wine at https://fromcoffeetowine.bar/. Connect with Jacqueline on IG. https://fromcoffeetowine.bar/?page_id=692 Get the free feedback checklist at www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Join the community Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Are They Sucking the Life Out of You

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 14:14


    She asked us how to stop her employees from sucking the life out of her. We all half laughed as we recalled the times we too felt that way. This episode talks about how we all sometimes feel this way, then dives into what to do about it. Get the free feedback checklist at www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Join the community Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Handbook Must Haves

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 12:08


    Employee handbooks are important. Get nerdy with me as we talk about what to put in your handbook. Get the Equal Opportunity and Commitment to Diversity Policy Template to put in your handbook at www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Join the community Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Payroll Tax Deferral

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 15:13


    Guidance on the new payroll tax deferral is here. Well, kind of. Treasury Press Release: https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sm1110 Get the free HR Toolkit for Small Business: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Join the community Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Mindset and Energetics with Erin Porter

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 23:11


    Join my interview with Erin Porter on mindset and energetics for your business. She shares information to help you become a better leader. Erin is a Spiritual Business & Mindset Coach, Trainer of NLP, Breathwork Facilitator, and Host of the Energetics of Business Podcast. She enjoys coaching women in subconscious mind work, somatic healing through breathwork, and the energetics of business! Learn more about Erin: www.erinnicolecoaching.com. Get the free HR Toolkit for Small Business: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit Join the community Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Women Fired for Disruptive Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 29:00


    A woman sued her former employer in southern California, claiming she was wrongly fired because her kids were heard while she was working. Article mentioned in the podcast Get the free HR Toolkit for Small Business Join the Facebook Group --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Equal Opportunity and Commitment to Diversity Policies

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2020 19:51


    We've talked a lot about how to eliminate workplace discrimination and create an organization that is diverse and inclusive. This week make sure you have an equal opportunity and commitment to diversity policy. Create your first policy or update your current policy with the information from this podcast episode. Read the blog post Get the free template --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    3 Things to Stop Doing if You Want a Diverse Workforce

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 23:58


    Improve your company's diversity by stopping these three things. Take a screenshot of your listenting to the podcast and share on IG. Tag @sarahtorresferrick. Facebook Group Free Tools from HR Circle --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Scaling Your Business with Kimberly Olson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 23:25


    Join my chat with Kimberly Olson from Goal Digger Girl where we discuss scaling your business. Check our Kimberly Olson's new book here. https://amzn.to/3hm1oK6 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup Free Tools from HR Circle: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Is Disney Retaliating Over COVID-19 Testing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 21:18


    Disney World is opening during controversy over treatment of unionized workers. Union Press Release: https://www.actorsequity.org/news/PR/DisneyGrievance/ Forbes Article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2020/07/09/actors-equity-claims-disney-retaliating-against-performers-in-new-grievance/#574a1a121149 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup Free Tools from HR Circle: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Facebook Work Trauma Settlement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 17:27


    Let's talk Facebook's $52 million settlement of a work-trauma class action case. Learn what happened and what your takeaways should be. Article Sarah mentions: https://bit.ly/2WfJkJ1 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    New OSHA Return-to-Work Expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 18:59


    ​The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued guidance for reopening businesses that addresses hazard assessments for all positions, temperature checks, coronavirus testing, and face masks. OSHA Guidance on Returning to Work: https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA4045.pdf Returning to Work Checklist: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    How to Lead a Remote Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 18:21


    Leading a remote team is a little scary, especially if it is new. In this episode we talk actionable tips to make the most of remote work. If there is a performance issue, then use the free Constructive Feedback Checklist which is part of the HR Toolkit. www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    LGBTQ Discrimination is NOW Illegal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 12:18


    The Supreme Court issued a landmark decision to give LGBTQ workers protection from discrimination under Title VII. Decision: https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/19pdf/17-1618_hfci.pdf Article Sarah mentions: https://www.cnn.com/2020/06/15/politics/supreme-court-lgbtq-employment-case/index.html Podcast episode Sarah mentions - "Washington Bans Hairstyle Discrimination:" https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/episodes/Washington-Bans-Hairstyle-Discrimination-ef7vlq --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Washington Bans Hairstyle Discrimination

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 9:33


    Washington State becomes the latest state to ban hairstyle discrimination. This is a great next step in the movement to eliminate systematic racism in employment practices. We discuss why these types of laws are necessary and what you can do in your business. Article Sarah Mentions: https://ogletree.com/insights/washington-amends-its-law-against-discrimination-to-provide-protections-for-hair-textures-and-styles-as-traits-associated-with-race/ Get the free HR Toolkit for small businesses: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Ford Age Discrimination

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 15:25


    A former employee could show age discrimination pretext for his removal. This case shows us how a company can go wrong. There is hostile work environment, disciplinary process mistakes, and management inaction. We talk about the case, and how you can protect your company from having the same issues.  Join the community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup/   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    How to Return Employees to Work after Furlough or Layoff

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 15:08


    Furloughs and layoffs are hard times for companies and employees. When you can return an employee to work after a furlough or layoff you might rush to implement the good news. However, care is needed to get this right. This episode talks about how best to return employees to work.  Templates (to include a return to work memo): www.hrcircleonline.com/template  Free Toolkit: www.hrcircleonline.com/toolkit CDC return to work decision tree: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/community/workplace-decision-tree.pdf  Join the community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup/  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Drug Testing in NYC

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 12:12


    Pre-employment marijuana drug testing is no longer possible in NYC. What does this mean and what do small businesses need to know?  Article Sarah mentioned: https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/talent-acquisition/pages/nyc-ban-drug-testing-job-applicants-takes-effect.aspx Join the community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup/  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Tech is Going Remote

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 18:24


    Making remote work a standard practice is long overdue. In this episode Sarah discusses her journey in advocating for remote work. Sarah made little progress, but she is optimistic after seeing news report of several tech companies implementing remote work.  Read the article Sarah mentions: https://www.forbes.com/sites/zackfriedman/2020/05/08/google-facebook-amazon-work-home/#747e2823eaea Join the community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadingyourteamgroup  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

    Welcome to Leading Your Team

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 1:24


    Welcome to Leading Your Team: A Small Business Podcast where we chat about leadership and HR, so you can have a growing business. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leadingyourteam/message

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