Play the Game You're In

We've been out doing 2020, literally. We've both upended our lives and hit the restart button on our games. So we decided to do the same with the show. Wanna know why- read the show notes!

Enjoy your commute, workout, solitaire playing, drinking with Brian and Jaclyn. Complete with TicTok news, opinions, and life stories. We discuss the blowback of the infamous He's a Marine video, how to move forward when your last f*&k flew out the window, and how celebrating losses and wins is absolutely necessary!

Accountability: We’ve talked about it before and it has been brought up several times through our various episodes. What are people taking accountability for in their lives? This was a FB Live- if you haven't yet, follow us @TheGameYoureIn

Brian and Jaclyn tried Google Games- a made up on the spot during our live last week! Haven't witnessed a live cast from us- you are missing out. We talked business but google definitely took us down other paths.

We talk with Chantal Gerardy, Facebook Strategist on her journey from moving into a saturated Health & Wellness industry in a new country with 3 kids under the age of 5 and rebuilding her business and her brand from the ground up. We dive deeper into understanding how she not only became the leader in her industry but how she transitioned into coaching across all industries, helping others do the same.

Lindsey specializes in inbound Marketing and Growth Strategies, Consulting, Social Media and Reputation Management, Content Creation & Copywriting, Event Marketing and Planning. She is a trail-blazer that has forged her own path and mastered her game!

Play the Game welcomes Jackie Coban, dual certified Life and Enneagram Coach. Enjoy this fun, witty, crazy episode- we know we did. Check out Jackie's full bio in the show notes and listen to her Podcast The Table for 9- you'll be happy you did!!

Just so happens all of our anniversaries of podcasting fall around the same time period. So...instead of episode swaps or cross promotions- how about a good old fashioned podcast crossover! All three podcasts in one place-

Jaclyn & Brian were talking, like most, about what it going on in the world. We decided to go live and talk how leadership qualities can help. We wish all of you health and please stay safe. Follow us on Facebook to catch our lives @thegameyourein

You know that person- the smartest person, the one with all the answers and the authority to make that shit happen. Well, what if their idea is exactly that....shit?? How to tell upper management without getting fired. We got side tracked a few times and brought up two...that's right two...impromptu guests. These folks give you golden nuggets of wisdom!!

As Brian travels and settles in- enjoy the re-release of how exhausing middle management truly is!! We'll be growling at all of you next week!!

Wondering if you can change the rules of the game or the whole game entirely? You sure as hell can. Jaclyn and Brian felt so strongly about this- they did a special live this week to share their own personal stories in changing the game. Enjoy the wisdom and hilarity throughout. AND FIND US ON FACEBOOK so you can join the fun, too. @thegameyourein

Did you catch our live on Facebook? A lot of others did- interaction was great and the laughs were rolling. Enjoy and join us every 5 weeks @thegameyourein on the books of face.

Bosses wasting your time? Wondering how to make the jump to Executive? Thinking that Middle Management is waste of space and energy? We got you! We answer all these and share exciting news!

We all go through this- your game changes because new players arrive on the scene. Jaclyn and Brian discuss personal experiences with pushing through and navigating a changing game- through the fear, the chaos, and the high blood pressure.

This week Jaclyn and Brian talk leadership military vs. corporate, ability & traits, is she born with it, maybe and maybe not! Also- we announce a new drinking game we will all be playing on our next live!

Just in case you missed it the first time around: Play the Game You're In hosts are answering your management and leadership questions. So...before you tell the boss to F&!# Off...maybe give it a listen. 6 questions are being asked about leading...here's a sneaky peak....how to lead without authority and what to do when you boss reaches pushes past competence.

This week we was our live cast week on Play the Game and we are talking about nightmare employees. Don't miss a live follow us @thegameyourein on Facebook.

Jaclyn and Brian had way too much fun on this week’s Question and Answer episode. Listen- just so you are prepared- this is not a polished, professional jargon filled, business podcast. This is a Comedy Business Podcast. The effective leaders in business are not having conversations speaking in buzz words and affirmations. These questions prove it, well at least one does.

Ever had a day- or a few too many days in a row- where you've walked away wondering WTH is their problem? We all have had a day like that here and there. Jaclyn and Brian take troubleshoot it down to 5 reasons this could be happening.

Feeling more than undervalued? Are you feeling like there is a lack of trust for you to make decisions and do you job with autonomy? Is there a good reason- or could it be......you are playing your game in a culture of distrust.

What is in a name? What does a title truly mean in an organization? How does this impact authority and changes within the organization? Is it only for show, for ego, incentives, or is having multiple levels of leadership in an organization necessary? Size probably matters, structure has some impact. Justification of roles and levels of leadership and authority has to be obvious. If it isn't- redesign your management structure.

The Game giving good advice in managing, leadership, getting out of middle management, leadership traits...... and then this happens…….. Jaclyn decides to unload everything!

The Game welcomes Chad Kneller, author of Finding Happy on our weekly live cast. Here's the audio! Don't miss another live with us- head on over to Facebook and follow us @thegameyourein

Jaclyn and Brian are talking with Army Veteran, CEO, and Author of Finding Happy, Chad Kneller.

Jaclyn and Brian are talking about the Eric M. Anicich and Jacob B. Hirsh article in the Harvard Business Review 'Why Being a Middle Manager Is So Exhausting' If you are in middle management you know how true this statement is. We are talking the why's, the how's, and the what to do if you are so exhausted you are burning out.

Does power corrupt? According to a professor of psychology at UC Berkeley Dacher Keltner the very traits that get us into leadership positions are the same ones we throw out the window when we get there. This week Jaclyn and Brian talk about Dacher Keltner's article. Article link is in the full show notes.

Jaclyn and Brian finish Paul Robinson’s article, The Chameleon Leader this week discussing change. Change in ourselves, others, and organization. If you are in an organization, you are human, you delegate or lead other humans than you need to listen to this episode.

Still reviewing Paul Robinson's article from Team Leadership Services from the land down under- Jaclyn and Brian dive into Chameleon Leadership and how to be adaptable and resilient. We also talk exit strategy if you've found that you are chameleon in a rain forest when you really need to be in a savanna.

Leadership Adaptability- how important is it? Super important! This week Jaclyn and Brian continue their insight on the coburgbanks 'Reveal True Leadership Potential' article.

Most people can lead. But do they want to lead? Jaclyn and Brian talk about the choice most of leadership that is very rarely discussed. On the other side,those that want to lead....should they?

Play the Game You're In hosts are answering your management and leadership questions. So...before you tell the boss to F&!# Off...maybe give it a listen. 6 questions are being asked about leading...here's a sneaky peak....how to lead without authority and what to do when you boss reaches pushes past competence.

Every game has fundamentals. Life, business- no different. Here are your 4 fundamentals to Play the Game You're In: Inventory, Accountability, Clarification, Communication. Jaclyn and Brian discuss all 4 fundamentals as it pertains to middle management, parenthood, leadership, and military.

How do you take on a leadership position that is brand new. Brand new company, new industry, new team..... How does the existing leadership need to show up to support you? Listen to navigate your new, uncharted waters. Be a Shark!!!

Level up or down? You'll be surprised at what Jaclyn and Brian breakdown this week to keep building and leveling up, even when you are on shaky foundation and you're out of boosters.

Empowering others doesn't mean you give up your power! Aaand...if you have given up your power then it is a hard road on the way back. We are talking about this from all angles: leadership, middle management, and employee.

Knowing perfection to lie beyond the grasp of any mortal hand, I shall set strive to attain perfection that I may ever be aware of my needs and capabilities to improve myself.

Haters gonna hate. Let them- let it keep you warm and fuel your fire to keep moving upward and onward!

Your perception is your reality- the other person...well their perception is their reality. How do you find some common ground.

Brian Demo and I had so much fun "Talking Live...." and the feedback we received from you guys really left us no other choice but to expand the ANBRWY podcast offering. Every week Brian and I will be bringing you a comedic spin on living your best life...even when it's at it's worst. Go check out his page Our_Never_Ending_Summers on Facebook and follow the Demo Family Adventures. Never miss our episodes by following Anbrwy on Facebook and the podcast stream.