Tackle Tuesday

SUMMARYWe are thrilled to launch our third season of Tackle Tuesday! This season, we will be exploring the topic of “Creating Brave Spaces” and how leaders can facilitate difficult conversations, work through conflict, and foster psychological safety. We will be exploring research and theory, sharing personal experiences, and providing leaders with practical steps in fostering a brave space.  In the first episode, Katie Allan and I unpack the term “safe space” and the reality that we mainly function in brave spaces, not safe spaces. A safe space is when there is 100% trust, you can open your mouth and say anything, and the concern that you will be judged negatively and lose credibility is minimal to nonexistent. It promises to be an enriching learning journey. Be sure to listen this season.*Timestamps are listed below .LINKSGet the 'creating brave spaces' course here.Sinogap Solutions Website Instagram @sinogap_solutionsConnect with Johanna on LinkedIn  ARTICLEFrom Safe Spaces to Brave Spaces ~an article written by Brian Arao and Kristi ClemensTIME STAMPS[1:10] Welcome to season 3[2:05] Introducing Katie Allan [7:25] Exploring season 3  [12:0] What does a brave space look like in your workplace? [16:55] Johanna's experience on the 'one step forward and one step backward' activity [18:38] Katie shares her experience  [23:44] The distinctive difference between a safe space and a brave space  [26:48] Are safe spaces better than brave spaces? [28:49] What does it feel like being in a brave space? [35:02] Steps to take in creating a brave spaceSinogap Solutions Leadership Consulting We help you achieve your company's mission by maximizing the human potential across your workforce.Support the show

SUMMARYIn this month's episode, I hosted a round table style interview with Mohammad Anwar and Jeff Ma, senior leaders at Softway Solutions a software tech company and co-authors of the bestselling book, Love as a Business Strategy. Mohammad and Jeff shared that after years of continued growth and success the company reached a point where their aggressive growth strategies failed them, and they began to lose clients and profits in an almost fatal downward spiral. After rethinking their business culture and hoping to reverse the downward trend, they were inspired upon Mohammad hearing a football coach who used love as a strategy to help support the whole team. Mohammad was astonished that the team embraced love in this way and began to make small changes to shift the culture at Softway to put love at the heart of the business.Listen in to discover Softway Solution's Platinum Rule and how empathy has been the necessary element to increased diversity and inclusion in their teams.*Timestamps are listed below links.LINKSLove as a Business Strategy websiteSoftway SolutionsLove as a Business Strategy podcastCulture+Mohammad Anwar on LinkedInMohammad Anwar on FacebookMohammad Anwar on InstagramJeffrey Ma on LinkedIn TIMESTAMPS[03:17] Mohammad explains the origins of Love as a Business Strategy[06:41] The culture of love[09:56] Jeffrey's story of joining Softway[12:41] Redefining what an expert is [13:47] The before and after of using love as a business strategy[18:23] The six pillars of love in the workplace [22:57] What is empathy in the workplace?[27:48] How empathy leads to greater diversity and inclusion[30:42] The Platinum Rule[33:12] What is empowerment and how does inclusion lead to empowered employees? [37:56] What's the ROI on using love as a business strategy? [41:37] Writing a book with four authors[47:27] What is Culture+?Support the show (https://paypal.me/sinogapsolutions?locale.x=en_US)

SUMMARYOn this month's episode of Tackle Tuesday, I invited professional speaker Jeff A.D. Martin onto the show to talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Jeff is familiar with loss and hardship due to the tragic death of his cousin Omar, who was killed in 2005. Today, he is a community advocate who provides programs on self-worth, leadership, diversity, and inclusion. Jeff and I discussed how you can foster an inclusive atmosphere in the workplace, beginning with active listening and empathy. *Timestamps are below the links. LINKSJeff A.D. Martin websiteJeff A.D. Martin on InstagramJeff A.D. Martin on TwitterJeff A.D. Martin on FacebookJeff A.D. Martin on YouTubeKNew Me on AmazonBrothers From The 6 bookTIMESTAMPS[02:38] I welcome guest Jeff A.D. Martin onto the show and ask him to talk about his book, ‘KNew me'[05:17] Jeff's origin story[06:19] The worst moment of Jeff's life[08:19] “I'm going to be a part of the change that this world needs to see”[09:45] How Jeff gained the courage to share his story[11:29] Your story is the key to somebody else's lock[15:48] What are diversity, equity and inclusion? [17:45] “Treat people the way they want to be treated”[20:10] How can you bring inclusion into the heart of your workplace?[21:48] The importance of listening[23:39] The role of empathy in the workplace[26:46] Demonstrating empathy, even when it's hard to relate[27:35] When Jeff had to empathize with someone different from him[33:29] Going into a difficult conversation with a curiosity mindset[37:16] How can you support someone who discloses personal information to you?[40:36] What are the benefits of diversity, equity, and inclusion? [43:20] Implicit bias training from Harvard University[44:30] How to handle the fallout from saying something culturally insensitive [46:49] Jeff's plans for the future [47:50] Jeff's forthcoming book on diversity, equity, and inclusion for middle school-aged childrenSupport the show (https://paypal.me/sinogapsolutions?locale.x=en_US)

SUMMARYOver the last year and a half, women have made important strides in gaining representation in senior leadership, but the pandemic continues to take a toll as women are significantly more burned out than their male counterparts.In this month's episode of Tackle Tuesday, I discuss some of the challenges I faced as a female leader in a male dominated industry and how that led me to designing the Woman Up! program. I also discuss the confidence gap and imposter syndrome theories and why I believe these theories create more challenges for women seeking entry into leadership positions.I have experienced lack of confidence throughout the years, even with the launching of Woman Up, but my stepson recently reminded me how important it is to be a role-model and woman up myself. So that is what I am doing!I hope you enjoy this month's episode and the personal stories I share.LINKSWoman Up! Complimentary Webinar: https://awesome-designer-1283.ck.page/cc769b884f Woman Up! Ignite the Leader in You 8-week Program: https://learn.sinogapsolutions.com/courses/womanup Contact Johanna:  https://calendly.com/sinogapsolutions/conversation Support the show (https://paypal.me/sinogapsolutions?locale.x=en_US)

SUMMARYIn this episode, we dove into the difference between compliance and commitment and the importance of creating a culture of commitment to achieve due diligence in our safety management systems.We touch on some key points for how employers can get at the heart of culture to nurture a safety-orientated workplace.Chris and I have been working together over the past two years developing a revolutionary program that give supervisors the skills in creating a culture of commitment. We are so excited to launch Moving Beyond Compliance this coming October!​For more information about the course, check out the course page here!​If you have any questions feel free to send us an email to info@sinogapsolutions.comLINKSMoving Beyond Compliance F2 Legal CounselChris' LinkedIn ProfileSinogap Solutions Leadership Consulting We help you achieve your company's mission by maximizing the human potential across your workforce.Support the show (https://paypal.me/sinogapsolutions?locale.x=en_US)

I remember when I decided to launch my podcast. I wasn't sure what I was doing or if anyone would actually listen to it. Over time I not only got the hang of it, but I also discovered I had a true passion for interviewing thought leaders and experts in the field of leadership and organizational learning. When it came to selecting content for the show, I reached out to others to ask what they wanted to learn more about.   So, it goes without saying that as my team and I develop our Season 2 schedule, we would love to learn more about what is meaningful and relevant to you. What are pressing issues you are dealing with in your organization that you need support with? Are there influential leaders you think we should interview? Click on the feedback button below to share your thoughts. Your input could shape our Season 2 rollout!SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK NOW!Connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn to stay up to date with our second season's launch date!Thank you once again for all of your support and listening to the show.You can also listen some of my favourite episodes from Season 1 now! Episode 3: Power of Coaching Episode 5: How One Police Service Modernized Recruiting with Mentoring Episode 8: Taco Tuesday: Authentic Leaders Episode 10: Innovation - Experimenting in the Margins Sinogap Solutions Leadership Consulting We help you achieve your company's mission by maximizing the human potential across your workforce.Support the show (https://paypal.me/sinogapsolutions?locale.x=en_US)

SUMMARYFor this week’s Tackle Tuesday episode, I was joined by Life & Wellness Coach and Yoga & Meditation Instructor, Elyse Cathrea. Elyse helps folks go from feeling disconnected and stuck, frustrated in life, wondering things like “is this what it’s supposed to be like” to feeling excited about creating a life they are connected to. Through yoga and mindfulness Elyse helps clients reconnect to their bodies and themselves in order to build a life they love. In this episode we dove into the concept of radical acceptance and how to ground your feelings through coming home to yourself. We discussed how important it is to allow ourselves the opportunity to feel all of our feelings, accept them, and them use them to make us stronger and happier. Our conversation had lots of eye-opening moments for me, and I have no doubt it will be the same for you. LINKShttps://www.cathreacoachingandwellness.com/Instagram Business: Cathreacoachingandwellness Instagram Personal: ElyseCathreaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elyse-cathrea Sinogap Solutions Leadership Consulting We help you achieve your company's mission by maximizing the human potential across your workforce.Support the show (https://paypal.me/sinogapsolutions?locale.x=en_US)

SUMMARYFor this week’s Tackle Tuesday episode, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Dan Edds who is the CEO of Praxis Solutions, a management consulting firm. Dan is the author of Leveraging the Genetics of Leadership - Cracking the Code of Sustainable Team Performance. Dan’s book reveals a new approach to leadership development, which some have called revolutionary. I have read his book and I can attest that it is definitely an amazing book! During our conversation we explore and tackle how important love is, yes you read that right, love is in creating cohesive and inclusive teams. I have no doubt this episode will get you thinking about what leadership is, and new methods of developing your leaders in a very different and revolutionary way. LINKSLinkedInPraxis Solutions Purchase Dan’s BookSupport the show (https://paypal.me/sinogapsolutions?locale.x=en_US)

SUMMARYThis week I interviewed Cindy Clark who is one of the original members of the Women in Supply Chain (WISC) initiative. Cindy is now managing WISC as an independent not-for-profit initiative that supports individuals and organizations in the supply chain industry.During our conversation, Cindy shared her entrepreneurial journey and what it was like to be one of the only women to be a business owner of a logistics, procurement, and warehouse company. Cindy discussed the challenges she faced in her industry and the opportunities she created for women in the chain supply industry. LINKSWISC websiteLinkedInSupport the show (https://paypal.me/sinogapsolutions?locale.x=en_US)Sinogap Solutions Leadership Consulting We help you achieve your company's mission by maximizing the human potential across your workforce.

SUMMARYKnowing what your values are and how they guide your leadership approach is a critical component in your leadership development journey. During my conversation with Justin Yaassoub, Director at All Around Consulting, we explore what values-based leadership is, how to identify what your core values are, and how they become a part of your identity. Justin and I also discussed how living your values contributes to developing an authentic and credible leadership style.If you are seeking ways to develop and/or improve your leadership approach, listen to Justin’s words of wisdom and his perspective on what it means to lead in an authentic way. LINKSAll Around ConsultingLinkedInSinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYSuccession planning involves having the right people at the right time to fill critical positions in your organization, but yet many organizations don’t have a succession management process in place.From my experience, I have witnessed organizational cultures degenerate to toxic levels because when the CEO left, they took their workplace culture with them. They didn’t think about or plan for a successor, which left the organization exposed to incompetent leadership. Succession planning doesn’t have to be a complex and multi-layered process. Even the simplest design can have a positive return for a company. This week’s Tackle Tuesday episode focuses on just that!Beth Armknecht Miller, CEO of Executive Velocity, and I discussed how to build leadership pipelines that are integrated into a succession management process that will ensure your company can fill critical positions at the right time to ensure strategic outcomes are achieved. *This episode was recorded in November 2020. Comments made regarding "this year" was in reference to 2020. LINKShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/betharmknechtmiller/https://executive-velocity.com/ https://www.instagram.com/executivevelocity/https://twitter.com/SrExecAdvisorhttps://www.facebook.com/ExecVelocitySinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYFor this week’s episode I had the opportunity to interview Christina Eanes, a former FBI violent crime analyst and senior manager. Christina is on a mission to help others achieve more in life – mainly by getting out of their own way. In the past, I have openly shared my struggles as a new entrepreneur and how important it has been to develop my resiliency. That is why I was so excited to have Christina on my podcast. Christina has a unique take on how to develop resiliency in self and others – through escape rooms. Christina quickly discovered that the skills necessary to work through an escape room translated well into being successful in life and becoming better human beings. We talked about what an escapelete is and how someone can use escape rooms to develop a grit and growth mindset. If you are seeking support in shifting how you perceive and experience life’s challenges, you have to listen to this week’s Tackle Tuesday. I have no doubt you will want to sign up for an escape room experience and put your new learnings to the test!LINKSChristinaEanes.comLifeIsAnEscapeRoom.comSecretToSuperProductivity.comQuitBleepingAround.comYouTube.com/c/christinaeanesSinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYOne of the most positive experiences I had in 2020 was launching my podcast. It gave me an opportunity to meet with amazing thought leaders, executives, authors, and coaches who have dedicated their life to unlocking the human potential. That is why I was excited to interview Julian Roberts for this week’s Tackle Tuesday episode. Julian is an ICF trained Executive and Leadership Coach who loves working with people and watching them achieve what they can’t yet see, but deep down really want. Although many people say they want to be happy and live a meaningful life, evidence shows us this is not the reality for many of us. That is why my campaign, Leading with Heart – Ignite Your Inner Purpose, is focused on helping others develop a clear vision of their authentic self through the discovery of their purpose. So, when I interviewed Julian, I knew our conversation would not only ring true to me, but to many others as well. Julian and I discuss how to develop a clear understanding of your purpose and the steps you need to take to discover your path for continuous growth. Julian also discusses how to develop the intrinsic motivation necessary to sustain yourself during the most challenging moments in your life. CAMPAIGN LINKLeading with the Heart - Ignite Your Inner PurposeJULIAN ROBERTSWebsite: https://julianrobertsconsulting.comLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/julesroberts/ Instagram: htttps://Instagram.com/julesroberts45/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCCLKBJ8Q5ZgM8foS9bqlkow Sinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYIn this week’s episode, I interviewed Dr. Robert Barrett and Dr. Louis Francescutti, who are the authors of Hardwired: How Our Instincts to be Healthy are Making Us Sick.The book focuses on how as a human species we have evolved to survive, but in our modern world our survival instincts have created a health paradox. The things that are meant to keep us alive are in fact killing us. For the first time in thousand years, Americans are experiencing a reversal in lifespan. LINKSdrlou.ca www.drrobertbarrett.com@drrobertbarrett (Twitter) Purchase the book

SUMMARYHow can we combine psychology and play in our lives and workplace? How do we find fulfillment in our lives, personal and professional? Is it possible to love what we do? How many of us can say that we do? How many of us see our job as a means to an end…collecting a paycheque? If you are seeking a dose of inspiration, motivation, wisdom, and fun, listen to my conversation with Jeff Harry from Rediscover Your Play. It couldn’t come at a better time.LINKSWebsite: RediscoverYourPlay.comInstagram: @jeffharryplaysTwitter: @jeffharryplaysLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-harry-6991a94/Medium: @jeffharryplaysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jchucheTikTok: @jeffharryplays Sinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYFor this week’s episode I had the opportunity to interview Sheri Benson, who is the principal owner of Thrive Safety Consulting. From the beginning of her career, she believed strongly that a thriving health and safety system requires strong leadership, a clear culture, and the trust in management that comes from consistent support and development of employees.We had our conversation in October, but many of the concepts we discuss are especially relevant to what we are experiencing today as we are now in the second phase of closures and restrictions. Our conversation went beyond what safety is, we discussed…What do you do when your values no longer align with your organization’s?What it was like to launch her own business?But my favourite part of our conversation was when we discussed how to change a company culture that is focused on compliance, towards creating a culture of commitment. LINKShttps://www.thrivesafety.ca/LinkedInSinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYWhat is transformational leadership versus transactional leadership?How do you measure employee productivity?How does leadership influence productivity?These are the questions I explore and answer in today’s Tackle Tuesday episode. I have received so many questions on this topic that I thought it would be best to answer them in one of my episodes. This conversation is the first part of a two-part series. In the first part we explore the balancing act managers play when trying to meet the needs of their organization with the needs of their employees and how we should be measuring employee productivity.In the second part, which I will air in December, we will explore and discuss the Five Principles in Creating an Engaging Team Environment.LINKSYoutubeLinkedInWebsiteBlog

SUMMARYThis week I had the opportunity to interview Paula Campkin, Vice-President of the Safety Centre of Excellence for Energy Safety Canada.Paula shares her experience as to what it is like to work in a male dominated industry, the challenges she faced and how she overcame them. Paula identified there was a gap, other women were experiencing it too, so she did something about it! Paula co-founded the Women in Occupational Health & Safety Society (WOHSS), an organization with the mission to foster the advancement of women working in health and safety in Canada, to build better futures for women in OH&S. WOHSS is dedicated to support, educate, and help facilitate the advancement of women in the Health and Safety field.Paula openly talks about some of the sexism she experienced and the things she did to create awareness in her male colleagues that certain behaviours are not acceptable! This is a great episode for women and men alike. We discuss how men can become authentic allies in the movement towards eliminating the leadership gender gap.LINKSWOHSSLinkedInSinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYHave you ever wondered what innovation actually is? Is it a big idea that transforms life as we know it, or can it be something small that makes life easier? My conversation with Simon T this week provides much needed insight into what innovation is and what it looks like at an individual and organization level. We explore the relationship between innovation, failure, and creativity, and what people can do to nurture their innovative side.LINKSYouTube: Simon T. - Elevate Your Greatness LinkedIn: Simon Trevarthen Instagram: simon_trevarthen Facebook: Elevate Your Greatness -EYGCONTACT SIMONe: simon@elevateyourgreatness.comt: 647 535 1945w: elevateyourgreatness.comSinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARY:Brenden is the founder of MasterTalk, a YouTube channel he started to help the world master the art of public speaking and communication. He coaches purpose driven entrepreneurs on how to master their message and share their ideas with the world. When I met with Brenden, I thought our conversation would focus mostly on the skills and confidence to master the art of public speaking, but in actuality what we discussed went a lot deeper than that. Brenden explains how our ability to be successful in our relationships and our businesses is grounded in our ability to communicate. Brenden also provides tangible actions we can all take to start improving our communication skills today. I learned so much from my short conversation with Brenden, as I am sure you will too. I hope you enjoy this week’s Tackle Tuesday episode.LINKSWebsite: https://www.mastertalk.ca/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendenkumarasamy/YouTube: masteryourtalkInstagram: masteryourtalk

SUMMARYAs more women enter the workforce and into formal leadership positions, we find ourselves searching for a way to lead that is authentic to our true selves. Authentic means to live your life according to the needs of our inner being, rather than the demands placed on us by someone else. Your authentic approach to leading yourself and others has to align with your passion and purpose. In my interview my interview with Emily Lopez, Global Head of Talent Strategy and Development at ConocoPhillips, she shares her career journey and the discoveries she made along the way in regards to embracing her strengths and using them to help others, inside and outside her organization.LINKSThe Emotionally Intelligent Leader Online Course Discout Code: tackletuesday10CONTACT INFODr. Johanna PagonisEmily Lopez contact informationSinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYHow many of us actually explore why we want to become a manager before leaping into the role? In today's episode, we will explore five critical questions that we all need to answer before going for that promotion.FIVE CRITICAL QUESTIONS1. I am an individual contributor who has fulfilled my potential and I am looking for a new challenge that will support my personal and professional growth.2. I am someone who wants to inspire and motivate others in working together to achieve a common goal.3. I know what my strengths are and my personal areas of growth.4. I am clear on why I want to become a formal leader/manager.5. I am clear on what my values are and how they guide my behaviour.LINKS Check out the solutions we offer to help emerging leaders achieve their leadership aspirationsMY BOOKChoose to be a Leader others would Want to Follow: purchase the book here.DISCOUNT CODEtackletuesday10Sinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYThis is our first episode in our special segment series, Taco Tuesday. Taco Tuesday is devoted to highlighting women in business and their efforts and achievements in creating inclusive and equitable societies. When reviewing stats on where the world is at with gender parity, we can see that no single society has achieved total equality between women and men. And although, women are increasingly entering the workforce, gender inequality still exists. It exists in our pay, in leadership positions, funding for new ventures, and mentoring opportunities. My guest today, Christine Channer Auguste, is all too familiar with gender and racial inequities. In spite of those challenges, Christine has achieved over 15 years of success in a variety of industries. Christine shares her experiencers in the corporate world and what led her to move from employee to CEO. Christine’s resilience, belief in herself and ability to pivot, will be inspirational to both women and men alike.SPECIAL THANKSI would like to give special thanks to my stepdaughter, Emily Nash, who came up with the idea of Taco Tuesday and inspired me to launch it! The series is dedicated to her. WOMAN UP! IGNITE THE LEADER IN YOU PROGRAMTo learn more about how we can customize the Woman Up! Ignite the Leader In You Program click HERECHRISTINE CHANNER AUGUSTE'S CONTACT & LINKSChanner Consulting & TrainingChristine Channer Auguste LinkedInBusiness LinkedIN Podcast The Fab CollectiveTwitter: @FabChannerinfo@thechannergroup.comSheOSinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYTaco Tuesday is a special segment series devoted to highlighting women in business, leadership, and their efforts and achievements in creating inclusive and equitable societies. And yes, the double entendre is intentional.If you don’t want to miss out on the next Taco Tuesday episode, be sure to follow me on social media...links are below. SPECIAL THANKSI would like to give special thanks to my stepdaughter, Emily Nash, who came up with the idea of Taco Tuesday and inspired me to launch it! The series is dedicated to her.CONTACT INFOCheck out our website to learn more about what my company does and how we partner with organizations in developing employee and leadership development strategies that will contribute to a company’s ability to continually grow and achieve its mission.LinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubeSinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYIn response to the Me Too and Black Lives Matter movements, we have seen a number of organizations rushing to tick the “Diversity & Inclusion” box, which mostly encompasses unconscious bias training. But when diversity and inclusion strategies do not go beyond basic compliance training, we miss an opportunity to truly to assess how diverse groups may experience our policies, programs, products, and services. The only way we can uncover inequities is to ensure we include diverse perspectives into our decision-making. But many organizations still struggle in figuring out how to integrate diversity, equity and inclusion within their systems and processes. One organization that has successfully integrated D&I into their recruitment strategy, is the Edmonton Police Service, which saw a 61% increase in women recruits and a 118% increase in diversity overall. And one way they accomplished this was with their Recruit Mentoring Academy, which is the only one of its kind in North America! WOMAN UP! IGNITE THE LEADER IN YOU PROGRAMTo learn more about the Woman Up! Ignite the Leader in You program and how it can be customized for your organization, click here. FOR A CUSTOMIZED MENTORING PROGRAMClick here.EPS MENTORING PROGRAMTo learn more about Edmonton Police Service's Recruit Mentoring Program, click here.Sinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYBringing someone in to simply fill a job isn’t enough. The contributions made by an employee's skills and experience will only get your organization so far. By developing a strong workplace culture, which involves knowing and communicating your company's vision and values, will help you achieve success in two bottom lines: people and profits! In this week’s episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Corina Ludwig, President of FunctionFox, where she shared six steps for achieving a strong workplace culture despite working in different industries on different continents and during challenging times. If you are enjoying the podcast, please encourage one other person to subscribe and feel free to leave your feedback!SINOGAP SOLUTIONSCheck out the solutions we offer to leaders and organizations in developing employee and leadership development strategies that will contribute to a company’s ability to continually grow and achieve its mission. CORINA LUDWIG CONTACT INFO AND LINKShttps://www.functionfox.com/ https://douglasmagazine.com/functionfox-presidents-6-secrets-to-success/https://advantagemagazine.ca/2013/functionfox/http://www.iwist.ca/Sinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

EPISODE CORRECTION"A person who takes our program does not qualify for an ICF credential. When they complete our program they have the training and mentoring they need to apply to the ICF to be considered for the ICF credential". For more information about CCA's program and the steps to become ICF certified, please visit https://www.canadacoachacademy.com/ SUMMARYEver wonder why some people get stuck and challenged in moving their life and career forward? Sometimes, the way we think and feel about ourselves, our lives, and our work can prevent us from progressing. Coaching is a thought-provoking and creative process that supports individuals in exploring their personal and professional potential. In today's episode, I interviewed Nathalie Blais, co-founder of Canada Coach Academy, to explore what coaching is, what is it not, and how coaching can help individuals achieve their full potential. If you are enjoying the podcast, please encourage one other person to subscribe and feel free to leave your feedback!SINOGAP SOLUTIONSTo learn more about how we can partner with your organization in developing employee and leadership development strategies, visit our website or contact us today.CANADA COACH ACADEMYhttps://www.canadacoachacademy.com/ Sinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SMMARYFor the first episode, I decided not to use this as an opportunity to formally introduce myself and talk about why I started this podcast series. Initially this was a live webcast, but I decided to convert it into a podcast to make it more accessible for my listeners. Some of the episodes you will hear are from the original webcast series and others will be new. At times I will be interviewing experts and entrepreneurs whose companies are leading the way in transforming workplace cultures, and other times, it will just be me, talking about a topic that I am passionate about that is relevant in today’s workplace context.CONTACT INFOCheck out our website to learn more about how we partner with organizations in developing employee and leadership development strategies that will contribute to a company’s ability to continually grow and achieve its mission.LinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubeSinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

SUMMARYPart of my role is to educate organizational leaders about the benefits of creating positive and resilient work cultures, which is the primary reason why I started Tackle Tuesday. My mission is to improve people’s lives by transforming one workplace at a time. Moving away from a climate of command and control, towards a climate of possibility. But how do you transform workplaces into environments that are inspiring, motivating, and engaging? Listen to find out.FIVE PRINCIPLES IN CREATING AN ENGAGING AND PRODUCTIVE WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT Employees are encouraged to reflect on previous knowledge and experiences and contribute them into projects and decision making. Employees have the freedom to approach work in their own way.Employees are encouraged to experiment and approach their work in a new way (e.g. try out the new skills in an environment that is risk/failure supportive). Employees regularly and frequently receive feedback on their performance so that they can improve.The work environment is positive and encouraging.CONTACT INFOCheck out our website to learn more about how we partner with organizations in developing employee and leadership development strategies that will contribute to a company’s ability to continually grow and achieve its mission.LinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubeSinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization

PODCAST STORYWelcome to Tackle Tuesday! My name is Johanna Pagonis and I am your host for this podcast series. I have am a founder, author, and international speaker, educating leaders of today and tomorrow. I see my role as educating organizational leaders about the benefits of creating positive and resilient work cultures. I call it leading with the heart. So, I thought that one of the best ways to educate is through a podcast! So grab a coffee, go for a run, or drive to work, but be sure to join me on Tuesdays where we will explore topics such as, leading with emotion, diversity and inclusion, and how to create resilient and agile work cultures. Together we will explore issues people within organizations are tackling today and strategies that will support them in creating workplaces that are filled with possibility. Be sure to subscribe today so that you never miss an episode.CONTACT INFOYou can check out our website to learn more about how we partner with organizations in developing employee and leadership development strategies that will contribute to a company’s ability to continually grow and achieve its mission.Contact us today if you have any questions.LinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubeSinogap Solutions Working with emerging leaders and companies to develop leadership capability across the organization