The Haniel HOW2 Podcast

In this episode, Daniel and Matt explore how to close chapters and embrace new beginnings. They dive into the realities of sunk costs and the courage it takes to move forward, offering insights to overcome the comfort of the familiar and stepping into the potential of the unknown. With engaging stories, this episode highlights the importance of reflection, learning, and growth in both personal and professional spheres. Whether you're at a crossroads or simply seeking inspiration to forge a new path, this episode is a must-listen!

In this episode, Matt starts off with the questions why for some people 1-1 turn out to be a burden or even turn out boring. What you get from this episode, are some essential ingredients for good 1-1 meetings, some pitfalls, where we often get them wrong and you here about some practical things Matt and Daniel want to improve in their meetings (and maybe that connects to you as well). In our day-to-day work looking after key relationships is truly important and 1-1 meetings are of great help to look after them.

In this episode, Matt and Daniel delve into the concept of paradigms, the ideas and frameworks that shape our understanding of the world. Using examples like Pluto's reclassification and concepts like the Red Queen Effect, they explain how our beliefs shape our actions and results, and why changing deeply rooted perspectives can be both challenging and necessary. Tune in to uncover the hidden lenses shaping your life and learn how to navigate change in an ever-evolving world.

In this episode, Matt and Daniel diving into the world of workplace silos, the invisible barriers that limit growth and block creativity. Join them for a discussion on breaking down these barriers, with tips and strategies to enhance collaboration, boost morale, and get everyone on the same page. If you're ready to level up your organization's communication and teamwork, don't miss this episode!

In this episode, Matt and Daniel explore the art of storytelling, showing how you can transform even the most complex information into memorable, engaging stories that resonate with your audience. Whether you're working with data, strategy, or team dynamics, this episode provides practical advice on using storytelling to elevate your message and make a lasting impact. If you're a leader or communicator looking to make your communication more compelling and effective, this episode is for you!

In this episode, Matt and Daniel take a moment to reflect on the journey of HOW2 podcast, from its initial purpose of supporting leadership training to becoming a part of the organization's continuous learning culture. They dive into the challenges they've faced, how the podcast has evolved, and the rewarding feedback from their listeners. Tune in and listen through to the end as they share insights and their thoughts on why they keep going, even when the path wasn't always easy!

In this episode, Matt and Daniel dive into the fear of failure, exploring why it's so common and how it impacts both individuals and organizations. They discuss the fine line between embracing failure as part of the learning process and the potential overemphasis of it in 'failure culture'. Tune in and join for this discussion that might change how you view setbacks!

In this episode of the HOW2 Podcast, Matt and Daniel bring the spark back to your post-summer slump! Join them as they explore how to stay motivated as the seasons shift. Whether it's mastering self-talk or harnessing the power of small habits, this episode is packed with inspirations to keep your motivation strong. Tune in for insights on keeping your energy and enthusiasm alive, even as the seasons change.

Before entering a summer break Matt and Daniel discuss one of the foundational elements to their job - learning. Everyone learns one or the other way, but is there an effective way of learning? Listen in follow the discussion on the old model of learning styles (and the question of it`s relevance and accuracy today), some learning best practices, and ultimately some recommendation of resources that Matt and Daniel are looking into at the moment.

If you're planning an offsite and want it to be more than just another meeting, this episode is for you. Join Matt and Daniel as they explore the essentials of a successful offsite, covering strategic planning, team bonding, creative activities, and the importance of a well-chosen location. So, tune in and learn how to transform your next offsite into a memorable and impactful experience.

Ever wondered why some leaders just can't seem to get it right? Join us as we dive deep into the timeless concept of the Peter Principle, which suggests that employees are promoted based on their success in previous roles until they reach a level where they are incompetent. Inspired by the work of Dr. Lawrence J. Peter from the 1960s, this principle still resonates in today's corporate world.

In a world overflowing with opportunities and demands, saying no is essential for maintaining focus, integrity, and well-being. Join Matt and Daniel as they delve into the challenges of saying no, and their discussion on how clear values and goals can guide our decisions, making it easier to choose when to say yes and when to say no. They also explore the corporate implications, highlighting how effective leadership often depends on tough decisions about which opportunities to pursue or decline. Tune in to discover how mastering the skill of saying no can enhance your life.

In this episode, join Matt and Daniel as they explore the dynamics of creativity in the workplace. As always, Daniel brings a fascinating model with four distinct phrases to explain the essence of the creative process. Meanwhile, Matt offers a unique perspective, comparing creativity to a cocktail shaker, where diverse ideas mix together to create innovative solutions. Moreover, they explore how culture, environment, brain function, and mood shape creativity in the workplace. Listen to this podcast and explore more about fostering creativity in the workplace!

Join Matt and Daniel in this insightful podcast as they dive deep into the concept of flow, exploring its significance in the workplace context. Drawing from their own experiences, they explore the characteristics of flow and its profound impact on productivity in the workplace.

Think about relationships that you have. How do you look after of those relationships to sustain and deepen them? Now what if you'd think of all dimensions of self care - nurturing your mind, treating your heart, strengthening your body and cultivating the soul - as relationships. How can you look after each of them. The idea of balance is sometimes misleading, because somehow we think of an equal weighting. In this episode Matt and Daniel share, what they do to cultivate each of these relationships and also what they sometimes struggle with. Hey - unfortunately we often forget to look after some of these relationships, so take some time to invest in Heart, Mind, Body & Soul!

If leadership is all about enabling and developing the team to achieve outstanding performance - wouldn't every great leader then be a great coach as well? This is the fundamental question for Matt and Daniel on this episode. Picking up the conversation from the last episode on grit, they start with the need for coaching. Cause the piece that differentiates us from humanity 30, 50 or 100 years ago, is not our human capability that evolved, but our progress in all scientific and practical fields coupled with improved education, teaching and coaching. So, for our personal growth a coach is essential to accelerate, to have another pair of eyes and ears and the feedback that we need to improve. If you are not convinced of the need for coaching or for having a coach yourself, then listen to this episode!

The starting point for this episode's discussion was triggered through TED talks and ultimately a book with the concept of grit. For the author Angela Duckworth this is the special ingredient in people that indicates success and can be basically summarized in passion and perseverance. Matt & Daniel discuss their thoughts on the topic, they share about their own "grittiness" and elaborate on how to grow grit. Somewhere within these topic the number of 10.000 hours appears and the idea of deliberate practice. You want to dive into the topic of grit together with us? Have a listen!

Listen in for a special episode! What's special you'll ask? You can here Matt speechless on the episode. Now whether this was because Daniel outsmarted him or he just couldn't handle the situation you probably need to find out yourself. So this became an interesting conversation about some pieces of advice Daniel and Matt received, but also what had a significant influence within their life. One important take away of this episode definitely is that their is so much advice and wisdom out there for all of us - the thing just is: Are you open, curious and unbiased enough to receive it? PS: Looking for seconds of silence (to hear Matt speechless) - jump to minute 24:50

Join Matt and Daniel on the journey as they unravel the secrets to workplace happiness. Find out why they make measuring happiness a balance sheet. On the way you can follow along insightful discussions on fostering happiness at work, including the impactful 'Bring Back Happiness' campaign. Get ready to discover the keys to a fulfilling and joyful work environment!

As the first guest on the HOW2 Podcast in 2024, Svenja Otten joined Daniel and Matt, a guest that for a long time was on their wish list. Svenja is the Head of Strategy within Haniel and together with her Matt (and Daniel, who speaks up after minute 18 for the first time) discuss what's the essence of Strategy. Why does everyone need a strategy or a plan? What makes strategy work or "being strategic" difficult? And how can strategy build confidence? We had great fun and learning - enjoy the episode!

Join Matt and Daniel in this insightful podcast as they explore the intersection of the past and the future, guiding you through the realm of New Year Resolutions by providing you with practical insights for a successful start. They dive into setting goals for the upcoming year, keeping it simple and purposeful and share tips and stories to make your resolutions stick in 2024. It's all about learning from the past and making a plan for a successful new chapter!

Here it is - our Christmas special. What's not so special are the speakers on this episodes, because Matt and Daniel keep it between themselves for this episode. They both share things that stand out for them when thinking about Christmas and pulling from these thoughts - what could we take away in our everyday life from it.

After 2 episodes just talking to each other, finally a guest came for a visit. Babette Naglé from CWS joined their conversation on workplace loyalty and the question: "Is there still such thing of loyalty in today's workplace?". Together the three find new angles to loyalty, discuss the right approach to recruiting and of course dive into leadership.

After a long break and one episode Matt and Daniel are bouncing back with another episode, breaking already a promise. Because of flight cancellations and busy end of year season, the two are on their own again, still looking forward to a guest on the podcast. But still they had a good time talking about resilience in today's time, tools and strategies to strengthen resilience and a lot more.

Daniel and Matt are back with a fresh episode after a 6-month break, and this time they're giving their podcast a new purpose. In this engaging discussion, Daniel and Matt delve into the multifaceted concept of purpose, exploring its significance for individuals, organizations, and leaders alike. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of personal purpose and the impact of purpose-driven organizations. Join the conversation and discover the essence of purpose in this episode!

After Rafael, with Rhiannon we have our second guest from BekaertDeslee North America on the HOW2 podcast. Rhiannon is responsible for Sales and engaging all employees plays a big role for her. Therefore we talk about the importance of small wins, making KPIs and budget targets meaningful full everyone and about the concept and challenges of foreboding joy.

With beginning of the new year Matt and Daniel look back on what happened in 2022, share some of their favorite records, give the last year some book title and start to look forward to 2023 with all the things coming, ideas in the making and podcast guests to come. Have a great start into the year!

This time HOW2 or rather HOW1 got on tour to visit BekaertDeslee North America. Matt had the chance to talk to Rafael Rodriguez, General Manager of the North American Business. They spend a whole week together with leaders working on the ongoing change. And fortunately they got some time for our podcast. Have a listen!

After a rather long break we are back with our sixth episode and we had again a guest joining us. This time we talked to Daniela Uhrmann, Talent Business Partner from our HOW team. In the conversation we explored everything around Performance Management. Have a listen!

For the holiday season Daniel and Matt meet for a conversation with Victoria, working in the HOW Sustainability Team. Together they exchange on some of their favorite books, movies, podcasts and series they can recommend for the summer season.

Again, Daniel and Matt stay with themselves. This time Daniel interviews Matt about Engagement, as Matt just delivered a keynote: "Engagement: A Leader's Priority". The two dive into the topic, first exploring what engagement is, why you want to have an engagement team and then how you can work on the team's engagement. They also refer it back to their work in the academy, where they strive to engage people on learning.

In our third episode, we had again a guest joining us. This time we talked to Pieter Beelen, Senior Manager Lean from our HOW team. In the conversation we explored everything around Daily Performance Management. What is it? How does it work? Why is it so important to us? What are the benefits of it? And much more. Have a listen!

For the second episode Matt brings a question he often gets asked: What is the secret of teaching? In a conversation Daniel and Matt share some of their tips, but also some of their own experiences. Have a listen and figure out why you need to become a teacher/facilitator yourself.

In the first episode, Matt and Thomas talk about the enkelfähig academy, Thomas own learning journey, about teaching as a leader, writing books, the impostor syndrome and much more. Make sure you listen until the end, it's worth it!

In this trailer episode Daniel & Matt explain the why, how and what of the HOW2 podcast.