SuperManager

A lot of people realize after 10, 15, 20+... years in their career that they're just not happy. So what do you? Listen in as our panel of SuperManagers who have taken that leap, talk about their experiences, stories, and suggestions.Host:Samantha Naes - CN Video ProductionGuests:Kristen Edens - kristenedens.comTara Gregor - BreakWellVicky Wors - Wors Consulting

Did you always know what you wanted to do as a career? So many people realize after several years in a job that they're just not satisfied. But what does it take to make that leap?Listen in as our panel discusses how people end up in unsatisfying jobs and what happens in part 1 of this 2 part episode:Host: - Samantha Naes - CN Video ProductionGuests - Tara Gregor - BreakWell - Kristen Reed-Edens - Kristen Edens LLC - Vicky Wors - Wors Consulting

When you mention preparing for retirement people typically think about financial planning. But what about the emotional life changing aspects of retirement? What do you plan to do with yourself? What about your friends and co-workers?Listen in as our panel discusses a wholistic approach to planning for retirement. With:Host:Samantha Naes - CN Video Production Guests:Tara Gregor - BreakWell Kristen Edens - kristenedens.com Vicky Wors - Wors Consulting

Are your work life, home life, and spiritual life in balance? Take a listen to these well balanced (sort of) SuperManagers discussing work and life balance:Host:Samantha Naes - CN Video ProductionGuess:Joel Emery - Ignite StrategiesMary Kutheis - MCK CoachingTheresa Phelps - Rosenblum, Goldenhersh, PCKristen Reed-Edens - Kristen Edens LLC

So many managers are promoted because of their skills at doing the job. But is management the right path to take, or are there other options. What are the pros and cons of taking a promotion into management?Listen in on our supermanager panel:Host:Samantha Naes - CN Video ProductionGuests:Joel Emery - Ignite StrategiesKristen Reed Edens - Kristen Edens LLCMary Kutheis - MCK Coaching

How much you and your team enjoy coming to work can depend on the company culture and whether or not your team is a good fit. What is your company culture and what do you look for in a new employee to ensure it's a match?Listen in on our discussion with:Host:Samantha Naes - CN Video ProductionGuests:Kim Baker - Vivid Performance GroupMary Kutheis - MCK CoachingVictoria Wors - Wors Consulting

It's surprising how many people have Imposter Syndrome. So let's talk about it. What does it mean, how does if affect you, and what can you do about it.Find out by being a fly on the wall for this discussion with:Samantha Naes - CN Video ProductionMike Kitko - Mike Kitko CoachingAngie Kitko - Mike Kitko CoachingJeff Koziatek - Core Authenticity

Do you fear being found out at work? On the outside everything seems like it's going great. But on the inside, you're a mess up away from the boss knowing you're a bad fit for the job? Listen to this week's SuperManager podcast in which our panelists discuss Imposter Syndrome.Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes - CN Video ProductionJeff Koziatek - Core AuthenticityMike Kitko - Mike Kitko CoachingAngie Kitko - Mike Kitko Coaching

We've talked about the emotional aspects of presenteeism and how it affects the office. Now we're continuing our discussion with illness and presenteeism and what to do about it.Listen in by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes – CN Video ProductionVictoria Wors – Wors Consulting Joel Emery – Ignite Strategies Midwest Kim Baker – Vivid Performance Group Maggie Peterson – C6 Solutions, LLC

Wouldn't it be great if everyone in the office got along? Tune in to SuperManager for this week's episode "Building a Community at Work" in which we'll discuss ways to make the office a place that works for everyone. Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with: Samantha Naes – CN Video Production Kim Baker – Vivid Performance Group Mary Kutheis – MCK Coaching

Have you ever had an employee have a meltdown at work? Presenteeism is defined as the problem of employees who are not fully functioning in the workplace because of an illness, injury or other condition. It is a growing problem that is costing employers billions of dollars. Listen in as we discuss possible solutions for presenteeism in the workplace.“Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:”Samantha Naes – CN Video ProductionVictoria Wors – Wors ConsultingMary Kutheis – MCK Coaching Joel Emery – Ignite Strategies Midwest Kim Baker – Vivid Performance Group Maggie Peterson – C6 Solutions,LLC

Does everyone now have a side hustle? You know, some way of earning revenue besides the traditional full-time job. Why is this so popular? Listen in like a super-fly on the wall as our team finds the answers.· Samantha Naes – CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)· Amy Narishkin - Empowering Partners (HR Services)· Rick Shore - Legal Shield· Joel Emery – Ignite Strategies· Natalie Meyer/Shaw – Hoopayz

Time is the most valuable commodity we have. You can't make more, but you can be more productive to make better use of your time. And that starts with measuring how your time is being used, and how to better use it. Listen in as our team of super managers discuss measuring productivity (part of a series on productivity), with:· Samantha Naes – CN Video Production· Joel Emery – Ignite Strategies· Mary Kutheis – MCK Coaching· Cathy Sexton – The Productivity Experts

Ever noticed a correlation between how much you care about your job and how much stress you feel? Well there are ways to really care about doing a good job, without all the unnecessary stress.Listen in as our un-stressed SuperManager panel discusses how and why:Samantha C. Naes - CN Video ProductionVictoria Wors - Wors ConsultingJoel Emery - Ignite StrategiesKim Baker - Vivid Performance GroupMaggie Peterson - C6 Solutions, LLC

What makes someone a good leader? Are you a good leader? Listen in on this discussion regarding our favorite leaders, the characteristics that make them great, and what we can do to be better.· Samantha Naes – CN Video Production· Joel Emery– Ignite Strategies.· Art Snarzyk III – Inner View Advisors Inc.· Theresa Phelps – Rosenblum, Goldenhersh, PC

Time is one of our most valuable resources... So how do we make more? This week our super panel discusses strategies for better time management and ways to help others that aren't spending their time on the most important tasks.Check out what our SuperTimeManagers have to say:Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Joel Emery - Ignite Strategies (Sales Systems)Mary Kutheis - MCK Coaching and Training (Business Coaching and Confidante)Cathy Sexton – The Productivity Experts (Speaker and Coach)

Is the solution to "shame and blame?" Or is there another approach that produces more tangible results in the work environment? Has progress even been made at all on the issue over the last several decades? This week, our super panel discusses what they believe the solution is to issues of gender bias in the work place in the finale of our three part series on Equal Pay and Gender Bias.Listen in like a super equal fly on the wall to this week's discussion with:Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Victoria Wors - Wors Consulting (HR Services)Joel Emery - Ignite Strategies (Sales Systems)Amy Narishkin - Empowering Partners (HR Services)Gerald Richardson - Evans & Dixon, LLC. (Legal Services)

SuperManager: Equal Pay and Gender Bias - Part 2 (Overcoming Bias)So how do we get past Gender Bias? Does the law provide the solution? Or is there another, more personal approach that employers have to take in order to overcome their unconscious bias? This week our super panel discusses overcoming bias.Listen in like a fly on the wall in this week's discussion with:Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Victoria Wors - Wors Consulting (HR Services)Joel Emery - Ignite Strategies (Sales Systems)Amy Narishkin - Empowering Partners (HR Services)Gerald Richardson - Evans & Dixon, LLC. (Legal Services)

Equal Pay and Gender Bias - Part 1 (Unconscious Bias)There are laws in place to help reduce gender bias and unequal pay in the workplace, but is that the solution? From the hiring process to unequal pay, unconscious bias creates a large difference in the experiences of men and women in the workplace. This week our super panel discusses "Unconscious Bias" in Part 1 of this 3 part series on Gender Bias and Equal Pay.Listen in like a super fly on the wall to this very heated discussion with:Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Joel Emery - Ignite Strategies (Sales Systems)Amy Narishkin - Empowering Partners (HR Services)Natalie Meyer - HooPayz (Employee Benefits)Victoria Wors - Wors Consulting (HR Services)Gerald Richardson - Evans & Dixon, LLC. (Legal Services)

Employee enthusiasm and loyalty is an important element for keeping your team productive. On this week's episode of SuperManager, our panelists discuss the obstacles and solutions to inspiring employees and gaining their loyalty.Samantha C Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Vicky Wors - Wors Consulting (HR Services)Sally Bowles - PreFix Technologies (IT Solutions)Natalie Meyer - Hoopayz (Benefit Services)Joel Emery - Ignite Strategies (Sales Systems)Curt Kinney - Alliance Technologies, LLC (Managed IT Services)

When a key part of your team leaves, there is a responsibility for the manager to make sure every one has a smooth transition. Listen in on this discussion as our panelists find solutions to these problems as they talk about what the impact has when someone leaves. Samantha C Naes - CN Video Production (corporate video production)Sally Bowles - Prefix Technologies (IT Solutions)Joel Emery - Ignite Strategies (Sales Processes)Victoria Wors - Wors Consulting (HR Services)

Most businesses and industries benefit from employees continuing education on their skill. The employee becomes more valuable to the company, and maybe become more loyal. In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons to the individual and the business, some of the best methods for continuing education, and how to make it happen. And of course, a horror story!Find out by being a super fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Sally Bowles - Prefix Technologies (Information Technology)Joel Emery - Ignite Strategies (Sales Systems)

How much control do your employees have over their own success, and the success of your organization? How much should they have? What are some of the best ways to empower employees to be their best, so you can be your best?Find out by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Rick Shore - Legal Shield (Business Solutions)Mad Underhill - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Tara Gregor - Breakwell (Workplace Wellbeing)

We've talked about on-boarding, everyone has talked about on-boarding... but what about department on-boarding? How do businesses help employees transition not only into the company, but the specific group they'll be working with. What are some of the best ways to help employees understand the role of their department and how it fits into the grand scheme of things?Find out by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with: Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Sally Bowles - Prefix Technologies (IT Firm for Small to Medium Sized Businesses)Natalie Meyer - Meyer Group (Employee Benefits)Victoria Wors - Wors Consulting (Human Resources)

Communication is essential for an organization to be successful. What are some ways that managers can help communication flow efficiently within an organization? How can miscommunication be avoided? How important is it that information gets shared with employees?Found out by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Les Landes - Landes & Associates (Employee Engagement and Marketing Communications)

Everyone hates deadlines, but it's the reality of the job. What do you do when your department doesn't meet them? Push back the deadlines? Work overtime? How important is it that deadlines are met? And are there easier ways to meet them?Find out, by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Mary Kutheis - MCK Coaching and Training (Business Coaching and Confidante)Rick Shore - Legal Shield (Business Solutions)Tara Gregor - BreakWell (Workplace Wellbeing)Mad Underhill - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)

Achieving goals in an organization requires having the right team. However, finding the right person to fill the missing link can be difficult. What are some best practices for attracting the right employees? How can you make your organization a place that qualified and skilled individuals would want to be a part of? What do employees look for in a job?Find out, by being a super fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Art Snarzyk III - Interview Advisors (Hiring and Team Development)

Drama, drama, drama... We'd like a drama-free work environment, but it keeps happening. Gossiping, conversations about instead of with co-workers, personal issues... Let's talk about why it happens, and how to reduce the drama for a more calm (and trusting) work environment.Find out by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Mary Kutheis - MCK Coaching and Training (Business Coaching and Confidante)Katie Magoon - People's Solution Center (HR Consulting)

Technology has made it easier to apply for employment, but has YOUR process improved? What's the employee experience? How easy (or difficult) is the process for management?Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes – CN Video Production – Corporate Video ProductionMary Kutheis – MCK Coaching - Business Coach and ConfidanteKatie Magoon – People Solutions Center - HR Consulting Firm

In this episode, we discuss how emotional well being (personal baggage and stress) can affect performance at work. What's the difference between presenteeism and absenteeism? How effective are EAP Programs? Can taking the time to understand emotional wellness improve work environment.and employee satisfaction?Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Tara Gregor - BreakWell (Workplace Wellbeing)Rick Shore - Legal Shield (Business Solutions)Rod McCann – McCann Consulting (Pharmacy Benefit Management)Victoria Wors – Wors Consulting (HR Consultant)

It's a beautiful thing when you hire just the right employee, but that doesn't always happen. In fact, we're going to discuss those office horror stories where the employee and the organization were definitely NOT a good fit.Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes – CN Video Production – Corporate Video ProductionSally Bowles – Prefix Technologies – IT services for small to medium sized businessesGerry Richardson – Evans & Dixson, LLC – Labor and Employment LawyerVickie Wors – Wors Consulting – HR Consultant

If I could write a book about all of the weird and unusual things that have happened during job interviews (from both sides of the table)…Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:” Samantha Naes – CN Video Production – Corporate Video ProductionSally Bowles – Prefix Technologies – IT services for small to medium sized businessesGerry Richardson – Evans & Dixson, LLC – Labor and Employment LawyerVickie Wors – Wors Consulting – HR Consultant

The Me Too movement has really shaken things up in the news, in our lives, and in the workplace. What once seemed harmless (to some) is now very publicly unacceptable. What does this mean to everyone? Do employees understand the rules? Do they know what to do if they feel something isn't right? How do you handle it?Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with: Samantha Naes – CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Mary Kutheis – MCK Coaching (Business Coach and Confidante)Rick Shore – Legal Shield (Business Solutions)Gerald Richardson – Evans & Dixson, LLC (Lawyer)Victoria Wors – Wors Consulting (Human Resources Consulting)Sally Bowles – Prefix Technologies (IT Firm for Small to Medium Sized Businesses)

There's an ongoing debate about religion in schools, and where it is and isn't to practice or even discuss religion. But what about the workplace? How do you handle employee's religious needs, while being fair and respectful to everyone?Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes – CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Mary Kutheis – MCK Coaching (Business Coach and Confidante)Rick Shore – Legal Shield (Business Solutions)Gerald Richardson – Evans & Dixson, LLC (Lawyer)Victoria Wors – Wors Consulting (Human Resources Consulting)

This is a part technical / part company culture discussion on how to deal with employees working from remote locations. This conversation includes technology ideas and best practices, as well as methods for making them feel like a part of the team, even if they're not on site.Find out by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes – CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production) Sally Bowles – Prefix Technologies (IT Firm for Small to Medium Sized Businesses)Tasha Knight – Web Design by Knight (Web Design and Security)Bryan Cavanaugh - Cavanaugh Law Firm (Labor and Employment Lawyer)

An employee's wellbeing can seriously affect their performance at work... whether it's a poor diet, emotional distress, financial problems, or even a combination of all three. So what do we do? Yoga during lunch? Healthy snacks in the break room? How can we as managers ensure our employees are healthy, happy, and successful?Find out by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:Tara Gregor – BreakWell (Workplace Wellbeing)Samantha Naes – CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)Natalie Meyer – Meyer Group (Insurance and Investments) Rod McCann – McCann Consulting (Pharmacy Benefit Management) Gerald Richardson – Evans & Dixson, LLC (Lawyer)

We will be discussing different ways of keeping company data secure, from a technology standpoint (antivirus/malware software...) to company and department best practices and policies. Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with"· Samantha Naes – CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)· Sally Bowles – Prefix Technologies (IT Firm for Small to Medium Sized Businesses)· Tasha Knight – Web Design by Knight (Web Design and Security)

It's safe to assume that employees find value in recognition like Employee of the Month or yoga during lunch, but there's more to it than that. What do employees truly value? Have you ever asked? How do you create a good company culture where all people feel comfortable?” Find out by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:· Samantha Naes – CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)· Tara Gregor – BreakWell (Workplace Wellbeing)· Steve Finkelstein – Experience on Demand (Management Consulting Firm)· Jon Floyd – LeadValets (Advisor on Brand Reputation and Visibility)· Rod McCann – McCann Consulting (Pharmacy Benefit Management)

Everyone knows someone affected by the opioid crisis. But how does this affect the work environment. And what can you, as a manager or co-worker, do to help?Find out by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:· Tara Gregor – BreakWell (Workplace Wellbeing)· Samantha Naes – CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)· Natalie Meyer – Meyer Group (Insurance and Investments)· Rod McCann – McCann Consulting (Pharmacy Benefit Management)· Gerald Richardson – Evans & Dixson, LLC (Lawyer)

In an office things go wrong, personalities collide, poor decisions are made. It can be a real horror story... or it can be great listening, when it's happened to someone else!Listen in on other organizations employment horror stories, why they happened, and ideas for dealing with similar situations. With:Samantha Naes - Owner at CN Video Production (corporate video production)Tara Gregor – BreakWell (workplace wellbeing)Rodney McCann - McCann Consulting (pharmacy benefit management)Lisa Oxenhandler – Recruiting for Growth (recruiter)Natalie Meyer - Meyer Group (insurance and investments)Mary Kutheis – MCK Coaching (business coach and confidant)

Today's workforce wants to give back to their community and look for employers who support this endeavor. Why is social consciousness so important in the work environment? Can it increase employee loyalty? What are other organizations doing and how has it worked out for them?Find out by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:Tara Gregor – BreakWellMary Kutheis – MCK CoachingSamantha Naes – CN Video ProductionLisa Oxenhandler – Recruiting for GrowthRod Mccann - Mccann Consulting

How will the legalization of marijuana for medical and recreational use affect the office environment? Won't it affect performance? What about drug testing? If marijuana is taken for medical purposes, can you fire someone for using? Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:Samantha Naes - Owner at CN Video ProductionTara Gregor – BreakWellRodney McCann - McCann ConsultingNatalie Meyer - Meyer GroupGerald Richardson - Evans & Dixson, LLC

It's quite a challenge being responsible for the success of your company or department, and your team. Laws, people and technology are constantly changing. I wasn't the best manager in the beginning, but by making friends with various experts, I've improved tremendously. We get together once a week and talk about current topics related to hiring, leadership, management, employment... and invite you to be a fly on the wall. You can also participate (ask questions, give feedback, and share stories) in our SuperManager LinkedIn group, or our SuperManager Facebook group. Both can be found at http://cn-video.com/SuperManager