Talking not Ranting

The band is back together. After some time off and transition Greg and Allister return to the studio. Join the crew as they discuss their experiences, thoughts, and observations about being a contractor and hiring one. There is great back and forth around this topic. Who are you talking to? Lighthouse 9 where Greg hangs out: https://lighthouse9.ca/ Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Reach out if you and your crew would like a complimentary session with Greg and Allister about an old or new topic. We appreciate our listener's support. Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg: greg@kgregsmith.com Allister: allister.field@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

With the summer almost over our hosts meet to have a Summer check-in about everything happening. What is going on with your summer? Have you checked in with your people? Great conversation back and forth about a variety of topics. Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Reach out if you and your crew would like a complimentary session with Greg and Allister about an old or new topic. We appreciate our listener's support. Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg: greg@kgregsmith.com Allister: allister.field@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join Greg and Allister as they talk about being an "experienced" person in the workforce. Good conversation around how they and the people they work with approach their working stage. Good learnings for every generational group. How do you get along and relate with the various people in your work environment? Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Reach out if you and your crew would like a complimentary session with Greg and Allister about an old or new topic. We appreciate our listener's support. Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg: greg@kgregsmith.com Allister: allister.field@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In this episode Greg and Allister talk about their experiences going through transitions. Our hosts share personal thoughts, observations and questions around this sensitive subject. Whether leaving on your own or being shown the door this episode is so relatable for anyone who has experienced a transition. Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Reach out if you and your crew would like a complimentary session with Greg and Allister about an old or new topic. We appreciate our listener's support. Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg: greg@kgregsmith.com Allister: allister.field@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In an extension of last week's podcast, Greg and Allister talk about their positive relationships with peers and those above. They also talk about those situations where the situation is not so positive and steps to deal with it. How is your work environment? How do you bring positive aspects to the group? Who are you talking to in your journey? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Reach out if you and your crew would like a complimentary session with Greg and Allister about an old or new topic. We appreciate our listener's support. Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg: greg@kgregsmith.com Allister: allister.field@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister discuss working with other managers and leaders on a project, file, or case. How does that work? Who is in charge? Who are these people? Our hosts parallel working on the podcast to their past experiences. Greg and Allister share their thoughts, experiences, and questions. Who are you talking to in your journey? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Reach out if you and your crew would like a complimentary session with Greg and Allister about an old or new topic. We appreciate our listener's support. Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg: greg@kgregsmith.com Allister: allister.field@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister take on the subject of "Honesty." Do we walk the talk? Not a simple topic but there are probably a few simple things to keep in mind. It is a difficult conversation but one worth having. Who are you talking to? The great Sufi poet, Rumi, believed that before we speak our words should pass through three gates. “Is it true? Is it necessary? Is it kind?” Greg's addition: Is it necessary now? Reach out if you and your crew would like a complimentary session with Greg and Allister about an old or new topic. We appreciate our listener's support. Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg: greg@kgregsmith.com Allister: allister.field@gmail.com Some of the factors in deciding whether to push back: Results Risks Relationship Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister talk about their experiences and thoughts around those situations when you might have to push back for clarification or to challenge. How healthy is your working situation, and do you feel comfortable in pushing back for clarification or to challenge? Who are you talking to in your journey? Reach out if you and your crew would like a complimentary session with Greg and Allister about an old or new topic. We appreciate our listener's support. Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg: greg@kgregsmith.com Allister: allister.field@gmail.com Some of the factors in deciding whether to push back: Results Risks Relationship Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In a follow-up to "the Interviewer" episode Greg and Allister talk about listening—great back and forth which once again celebrates our host's different experiences. This is the podcast's 4th anniversary...who would have thought that a discussion at the diner would have led to this 4-year journey? Thanks for supporting us. Who are you talking to in your journey? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In this episode, our hosts discuss one of Allister's favorite things...interviews. Join Greg and Allister as they talk about their experiences around this topic and surprisingly they agree on most points. How are you conducting interviews and what resources are available to assist you in conducting a good interview? Who are you talking to in your management journey? Possible resources suggested by Allister: Interviewing and Investigation 4th Edition by Kerry Watkins: https://emond.ca/Store/Books/Interviewing-and-Investigation-4th-Edition?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw1emzBhB8EiwAHwZZxVFjdOSBm6lvknEAmNNt6FNCM7E98ArI6PLzDOnYnFUOFXXgKRJ3pxoCzm4QAvD_BwE The Interview Group: http://theinterviewgroup.com/ Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister discuss creating chemistry or connecting with those we work with. This discussion once again highlights our host's different work and life experiences. Great back and forth about being present, knowing the people you work with, and respect. Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join our hosts, Greg and Allister, for a casual speed round on some questions and ideas. This is a great conversation on what is going on, the podcast, and how our hosts deal with life. Who are you having conversations with? We all need a buddy. Matthew House Website: https://www.matthewhouse.ca/ Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In this episode, Greg and Allister discuss their observations, experience, and thoughts around giving and receiving recognition. Our host's diverse backgrounds play a part in the episode. How do you and your organization approach awarding good work? Who are you talking to during your management or leadership journey? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join Greg and Allister as they talk about one of Greg's favorite words "Crunchiness." How do you feel, handle, and deal with yourself and others when there is anxiety, irritability, anger, frustration, and other emotions? Great discussion on understanding the people and the situation to have a good conversation. Who are you talking to during your management journey? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join Greg and Allister as they discuss their thoughts and experiences around "the Check List” mentality. This conversation showcases our hosts' differences in experience and background. Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join Greg and Allister as they zero in on their thoughts and experiences around being a manager reporting to a senior manager or executive. How does that change being a manager when you are like an employee? There are a couple of funny fails as the crew discusses this topic. Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Neal returns to the podcast to discuss what he has been up to and his new book "Giving a $#!+: How A Willingness to Be Inconvenienced Can Transform Your Business, Work, and Life." Great discussion about how we approach work. Are we focused on wealth creation versus value creation? Do we focus on the things we can easily measure rather than those that are hard to measure? Who are you talking to? Neal Woodson: Website: https://nealwoodson.net/ Books: 1. " Giving a $#!+": https://nealwoodson.net/gas/ 2. "The Uncomplicated Coach": https://nealwoodson.net/theuncomplicatedcoach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nealwoodson/ X (Twitter): @NealWoodson (https://twitter.com/NealWoodson) Instagram: @NealWoodson (https://www.instagram.com/nealwoodson/) Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister are joined on the podcast by Mark Wall to discuss his variety show of a leadership journey. Mark is currently leading a start-up-type situation as the pastor of Westside Church (Burlington). Great back and forth with our guest turning the tables on the crew and asking them questions. The nerve! This was a great conversation that is so relatable. Our guest: Mark Wall mark@westsideburlington.com Westside Church: https://www.instagram.com/westsideburlington?igsh=eWEzMjJrcDdvazRs http://www.westsideburlington.com Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister discuss the tendency to make meetings so formal with lengthy memos and PowerPoint. The crew talks about their favorite meeting style "the Catch-Up." How do you provide updates to the people around you? It was a great conversation and a reminder that the relationship coming first is a great driver. Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg's borrowed philosophy comes centre stage in the TNR Crew's discussion. How do we set up the situation to have a good listen and then get across what we need to? What do we do with the feelings and emotions we experience during these situations? Greg and Allister have a great discussion as they bring in their thoughts, observations, and experiences. Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In this episode, Greg and Allister share their observations, experiences, and questions about being "online." Our crew talked about what they find helpful or not about LinkedIn and some of the others. The episode finishes by talking about online learning with resources like LinkedIn Learning, Harvard ManageMentor and LumiQ. What is your relationship with the online and who are you talking to in your journey? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join our hosts Greg and Allister as they discuss the importance and some practical tips on deciding to and stepping into a new job, new team, a project, or a side hustle. There are lots of experiences and observations in this discussion. Who are you talking to in your journey? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister jumped on this topic from last week's interview. Our crew takes the "walk that line" concept into various management scenarios from their experience, observations, and failures. A lot is going on in this episode. Who are you talking to in your journey? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In this episode, Allister jumps on an interview with Sean Merat, the founder and CEO of the Insurtech startup Owl.co. Sean shares his experience and lessons about living in the startup world. It was a great conversation about not only leading others but also about winning and losing. So good! Who are you talking to about your journey? Sean Merat: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-merat-49444617/ Owl.co: https://www.linkedin.com/company/owldotco/mycompany/verification/ https://www.owl.co/ Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

When folks are exited from the workplace what attention do we give to those left behind? Join Greg and Allister as they discuss their experiences, observations, and learnings about "left behind." Who are you talking to about your journey? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister tackle the use and need for agendas in meetings. Great back and forth as the crew discusses the simplicity and power of using these great tools. How are your meetings going? Is it a good team-building exercise or one full of frustration? Who are you talking to in your management journey? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister talk about their observations, thoughts, and experiences around being Insular sometimes. The crew goes back and forth about getting out of our heads. Who do you talk to or draw on to navigate our tendencies to get into ourselves? Who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister jump into a discussion about working in healthy partnerships and groups. Working with others is so important in helping people feel apart of what's going on and in getting things done. Who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

The crew discusses "Transitions" and how they affect the people and our workplaces. Greg and Allister share thoughts, observations, and personal transition experiences. What are your experiences in this area and who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

We have probably all experienced what happens when the change agent comes into the organization or a new direction or process is introduced disrupting our lives. Join Greg and Allister as they discuss their experiences and observations on Disruption. Who are you talking to? If you are interested in the disruption in a start-up check out Ep#132 with Michael Kravshik. https://on.soundcloud.com/TKKTV Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

The Crew tackles one of Greg's favorite words "Ripple." Join Greg and Allister going back and forth on this important topic as they share some of their experiences and observations. Who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join Greg and Allister in their year end and new year show. Great conversation that we should all be having. Who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join our hosts as they discuss Burnout. This topic came up in the most recent “the five big rocks” episode. Great discussion on some of the causes of burnout and ways to prevent it. How are you dealing with the pressures of home and work? Who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister talk about “the 5 Big Rocks” as promised in Ep#156. Our hosts then take the conversation into "the Purge," A great discussion about sorting out what we want and should be doing in this busy world that most of us are experiencing. Greg's 4 Questions (he actually suggested five): 1. What am I good at? 2. What is important? 3. How best do I work? 4. What is in the way? 5. Where do I want to go? Who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join our hosts, Greg Smith and Allister Field, as they once again try and jump into multiple questions and issues in one episode. Great back and forth as they try to make sense of their, and others, journeys during our present times especially on how and where we work. There is also a great discussion about the podcast and the importance of having balance and creativity in our lives. Who are you talking to? Allister's side project- the Fictional Crime Drama Podcast's most recent episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ejeM3NA0LAYSYJfgn4aAX?si=36b4db92531042fc Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister discuss those situations where you know what hits the fan. How do we show up, deal with others and what do we do at the conclusion of these types of situations? Who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join Greg and Allister as they talk about another of Greg's favorite words "Connection." Great back and forth as our hosts talk about definitions and the reality of a good conversation. Who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join Greg and Allister as they talk about one of their most favorite topics "Storytelling." Yes and with the name....they tell stories about telling stories. Great back and forth about this valuable tool for making connections. Who are you talking to about your experiences and stories? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

How often do we find ourselves drawn away from the matter at hand? Join Greg and Allister as they discuss their experiences in the journey to stay in the moment and get things done. Great back and forth. Who are you talking to about your experiences and stories. Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In this episode, Greg and Allister talk about their experiences and observing others making a Faux Pas. Great back and forth in a very relatable conversation. Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join Greg and Allister as they talk around the subject of "Expectations." Great back and forth regarding this deep and impactful aspect of our lives. What are my expectations, what are yours? Have we talked about these things? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister have a long-awaited conversation about volunteering for extra opportunities at work. Great back and forth about those opportunities and the benefits of getting involved. Are you stuck in a rut, looking to take on new challenges and meet new people? Who are you talking to? Matthew House https://www.matthewhouse.ca/ Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister are joined by Jimmy Rushton (Pastor@TMH) to discuss Jimmy's leadership journey. In this discussion, Jimmy shares incredibly relatable stories about his experiences with our hosts. Great conversation which anyone in leadership, or looking to move up, needs to pull up a chair to the diner table and listen in. Jimmy Rushton https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-rushton-330420123/ https://www.themeetinghouse.com/ Instagram: @jimmaiy Beyond the batter: @beyondthebatter Home beyondthebatter.com pfavico.ico Smalls coffee: http://smalls.coffee/ Who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister are joined by Tom Atkinson to discuss his leadership journey and lessons learned. Great discussion as Tom talks about everything from being an Assistant Crown Attorney on one of Canada's most high-profile criminal cases to his current foray into being an author. Good insights brought out by great stories. Tom Atkinson https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-atkinson-0666a217/ "Into the Kingdom" News Article: https://shorturl.at/dkpQS Kindle eBook https://lnkd.in/gzV8s55G Paperback https://lnkd.in/gmqVVMjc Who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join Greg and Allister as they have a conversation around one of Greg's favorite words "Curiosity." Great back and forth. Are you curious? Who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join Greg and Allister as they talk about thankfulness and the healthy need to embrace it. Great back and forth as one of the crew deals with a personal loss. What are you thankful for even during trying times of change or loss? Who are you talking to? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister take on CONFLICT. Join the crew as they talk back and forth on this topic which people often shy away from. How do you and your organization deal with conflict. Who are you talking to in your management and professional journey? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister return to the podcast after two weeks off to discuss the subject of "confidence." Great back and forth highlighting our host's different skill sets and experiences. What are your experiences in this area? Who are you talking to in your management and professional journey? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister take up a discussion on Culture which follows up their talk about Community and Office Politics. Great back and forth which hopefully creates conversations in your world. Also check out the related topic "Hollowed Words" Ep#34. Who are you talking to in your management and professional journey? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In a companion piece to last week's episode on "Office Politics," Greg and Allister jump into a discussion about "Community" within the workplace. Yes, we get to hear about Greg's "bubble period" and Allister's paramilitary background which hopefully between the two of them brings some familiar perspective to this topic. Who are you talking to in your management and professional journey? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Greg and Allister discuss "office politics" on the eve of the 3rd anniversary of the launch of Talking not Ranting. Join our hosts as they discuss this difficult subject. Great back and forth as they share their experience and thoughts. Who are you talking to, especially about serious and sometimes difficult subjects? Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com/other-tnr-projects website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Greg's Instagram SBS profile: https://instagram.com/safebravespaces Greg's new release-Safe Brave Spaces book: https://cutt.ly/5QWFKmn Safe Brave Spaces website: https://www.safebravespaces.com/ Allister's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/