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In this episode of 10x Your Team, Camden and Otis McGregor are joined by Marc Fitzwater to explore the importance of values and grace in leadership. Marc shares his insights on how personal values shape leadership styles and the significance of allowing grace in professional relationships. The discussion delves into the challenges of aligning values within a team, the impact of diverse perspectives, and the role of open communication in fostering a collaborative environment. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, this episode offers valuable perspectives on building a cohesive and values-driven team.More About Marc:Marc Fitzwater, a retired Green Beret with 23 years in the U.S. Army (16 in Special Forces), served in high-stakes roles across Central and South America, Afghanistan, Iraq, and Eastern Europe. He held key leadership positions, including Team Sergeant of a modern Jedburgh Team and NCOIC of FIRES for the 10th Special Forces Group, overseeing JTAC training. Marc also worked at the strategic level with SOCNORTH, coordinating Special Operations and interagency efforts. Academically, he holds a Mathematics degree and a Master's in International Relations. Today, he runs I68 Consulting Group, offering defensive shooting training and community events like the Hounds & Hollow Points competition, which supports veterans through Victory Service Dogs. Marc's post-military mission focuses on empowering individuals and fostering veteran community engagement.Chapter Titles and Times:Introduction to Marc Fitzwater [00:00 - 05:00]Overview of Marc's background and expertiseIntroduction to the episode's themesThe Importance of Values in Leadership [05:01 - 15:00]Discussion on how personal values influence leadership stylesThe challenges of aligning values within a teamAllowing Grace in Professional Relationships [15:01 - 25:00]The significance of grace in fostering collaborationExamples of grace in action within teamsDiverse Perspectives and Open Communication [25:01 - 35:00]The impact of diverse perspectives on team dynamicsStrategies for encouraging open communicationBuilding a Cohesive Team [35:01 - 45:00]Tips for creating a values-driven team environmentMarc's insights on leadership and team cohesionClosing Thoughts and Takeaways [45:01 - End]Final reflections from Marc and the hostsKey takeaways for leaders looking to enhance their team dynamics#10xYourTeam #CamAndOtis #MarcFitzwater #LeadershipWithValues #GraceInLeadership #SpecialForcesLeadership #GreenBeretWisdom #TeamAlignment #ValuesDrivenLeadership #OpenCommunication #CollaborativeLeadership #VeteranLeadership #EmpowerYourTeam #DiversePerspectives #LeadershipChallenges #BuildingStrongTeams #I68Consulting #LeadershipJourney #MissionDrivenLeadership #VeteransEmpoweringCommunitiesMarc FitzwaterWebsite: https://www.i68consulting.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/i68consultinggroupFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/I68consulting/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-fitzwater-476686178/

Jimmy Mack and Daniel Kooser react to Sporting Kansas City making roster changes, break down the match against FC Cincinnati, discuss whether the team is improving, preview SKC's upcoming home match against LA Galaxy and more!—We are living in the Good Ole Days (celebrate accordingly!) https://shopkcsn.com/  —The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now!  Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id...Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...—Subscribe to the KCSN Daily substack for film reviews, exclusive podcasts, KC Draft guide, discounts and access, giveaways, merch drops and more at www.kcsn.com—Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetworkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetworkSubstack - https://kcsn.substack.com

In this episode of Fintech Chatter, Dexter Cousins interviews Julian Fayad, CEO of LoanOptions.ai about the challenges and advantages of bootstrapping a fintech company from the ground up. LoanOptions.ai aims to revolutionise the loan application process. Julian shares insights into how they're using AI to build a mobile first loan application process.Julian first appeared on the show in 2023. We chat about his progress and the lessons he has learned over the past two years. Julian also talks about the transition from a broking business to a technology-focused company, and the launch of Synapses, the API services hub for Fintech! We also discuss the launch of HAILO and LoanOptions.ai, expansion into New Zealand and future plans for market expansion into the US and UAE.Find out more: https://loanoptions.aiChapters00:00 The Bootstrap Journey of a Fintech Founder02:12 Innovating the Loan Application Process10:45 Transitioning from Broking to Technology18:04 Launching New Products and Partnerships25:49 Building an API Services Hub for Fintechs26:48 Navigating B2B Partnerships and SaaS Pricing Strategies32:05 Transitioning from Brokerage to Tech: Lessons Learned35:21 Building a Cohesive Team and Company Culture39:47 Innovative Talent Acquisition Strategies41:45 Valuable Lessons in Business Partnerships46:22 Expanding Horizons: New Markets and Future PlansSend us a textSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

Today's episode is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and tools to help you elevate every aspect of your life. Joining me is Lisa Conners, a powerhouse keynote speaker, executive coach, and the founder of Ever Better® Speaking and Coaching. Through her Generative Powers™ program, Lisa empowers individuals and teams to unlock their full potential, blending years of leadership experience with transformative tools like Everything DiSC and Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team. Lisa's career journey is as diverse as it is inspiring—spanning finance, insurance, non-profits, and even running a 24,000-square-foot children's play facility! She's also deeply committed to continuous growth, holding an MBA, certifications in executive coaching, and affiliations with organizations like the National Speakers Association and Citrine Angels, where she champions women-led businesses. When she's not helping others, Lisa's passions include golf, pickleball, Pilates, painting furniture yellow, and spending time with loved ones. Get ready to learn from this dynamic, fearless leader as we dive into her story and how she helps others live their best lives.

Join HR expert Colene Rogers on HR Like a Boss as she dives into what it takes to be a proactive, strategic HR partner who drives organizational success. In this episode, Colene shares practical insights on shaping workplace culture, having tough conversations, and developing a strategic approach to talent acquisition. Discover how HR can go beyond traditional functions to make a measurable impact on company growth and ROI. This podcast is your guide to making HR a pivotal part of your organization's long-term goals. ABOUT COLENE Colene Rogers is a speaker, executive coach and talent management expert with over 20 years' experience in human resources and consulting. During this time, she has helped organizations grow and develop their most important asset: people. As a Senior Certified HR Professional, specializing in talent acquisition and management, Colene helps organizations to effectively recruit and manage top talent, increase employee engagement, improve critical communication and limit the high cost of turnover. Colene identifies turnover as not just an issue, but “the issue” facing all organizations. For how well you retain your employees influences every other facet of your business. Colene's fresh take on this most important topic has made her a highly sought-after keynote speaker and consultant with her company Retention Architects. As a Keynote Speaker Colene adds stories and authenticity to encourage personal and professional growth. Colene is a graduate of the University of Central Florida with degrees in Organizational Communication and Public Speaking. She has worked for Walt Disney World Entertainment, Hyatt Hotel Sales, and as an HR professional in nonprofit, private and state government. Colene is the author of Retention: Key Mindsets That Retain Top Talent; a certified speaker, trainer, and coach with the John Maxwell Team; a certified trainer for Vital Smarts Crucial Conversations; a senior certified HR professional (SHRM-SCP) and a partner with Wiley and the 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team.

When you read about our guest this time, Lisa Kohn, the first thing you read is “The best seats Lisa ever had at Madison Square Garden were at her mother's wedding, and the best cocaine she ever had was from her father's friend, the judge.” Lisa's mother's wedding was a group affair with 4,000 marriages taking place. It wasn't nearly as romantic as one might think as you will discover. You will also get to read about her childhood drug use caused by her father in The Village in New York City. More important, you get to travel with me on Lisa's journey as she eventually overcomes these and other challenges.   Lisa did get to attend college and obtain a degree in Psychology and later an MBA in business.   Lisa's journey has been a hard and long one, but you will see just how unstoppable Lisa became and is today. She started her leadership consulting and life coaching business, Chatworth Consulting Group, in 1995. The business has thrived and grown.   Lisa shares with us her thoughts on life and how easy it can be for all of us to fall into traps that can take our lives in what she would call bad directions and down not good rabbit holes. This episode contains a lot of relevant content we all can use. I hope you enjoy it and, of course, feel free to reach out to Lisa.       About the Guest:   Lisa Kohn is a transformational keynote speaker, leadership consultant, executive coach, and award-winning author of The Power of Thoughtful Leadership and to the moon and back: a childhood under the influence, a memoir that chronicles her childhood growing up in the Unification Church (the Moonies) with her mom and a life of “sex, drugs, and squalor” in New York City's East Village with her dad.   Lisa's unique background has given her a perspective on life, people, and leadership, as well as an expansive array of tools, mind-shifts, and best practices she's found and created, that help her clients find their own paths to powerful, authentic, Thoughtful leadership. With over 25 years of experience supporting senior leaders in areas such as leadership, managing change, interpersonal and team dynamics, strategy, well-being, and life-fulfillment, Lisa partners with her clients as they not only uncover core issues to implement real changes in themselves and their organizations, but also successfully address their own inner challenges and effectively connect with others to ensure the changes stick.   Lisa has been described as “leading with love,” and she's honored to teach C-suite leaders of not-for-profits and Fortune 50 organizations about the compelling impact of self-compassion, self-love, fun, delight, and Thoughtful Leadership – being more present, intentional, and authentic. She works with organizations across a broad range of industries, in companies such as New York City Department of Education, GroupM/WPP, Verizon, World Wrestling Entertainment, American Civil Liberties Union, and Comcast. Lisa brings insight to clients that transforms the way organizations develop and manage their people and the way leaders lead their people and live their lives.   Lisa earned her BA in psychology from Cornell University and her MBA from Columbia University's Executive Program. She has taught as an adjunct professor at Columbia University and New York University's Stern School of Business and has been featured in publications addressing topics on leadership, communication, effective teaming, authenticity, selfcare, and, of course, healing from trauma. She has been awarded the designation of Professional Certified Coach by the International Coach Federation. Lisa is an Accredited Facilitator for Everything DiSC®, The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team™, The Leadership Circle™, and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator®.   Lisa lives in Pennsylvania but will always tell you that she is “from New York.” Ways to connect with Lisa:   Instagram and X @lisakohnwrites LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisakohnccg/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lisakohnwrites My websites are www.lisakohnwrites.com and www.chatsworthconsulting.com       About the Host:   Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog.   Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards.   https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/   accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/   https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/       Thanks for listening!   Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!   Subscribe to the podcast   If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can subscribe in your favorite podcast app. You can also support our podcast through our tip jar https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/unstoppable-mindset .   Leave us an Apple Podcasts review   Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.       Transcription Notes: Michael Hingson ** 00:00 Access Cast and accessiBe Initiative presents Unstoppable Mindset. The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us.   Michael Hingson ** 01:21 Well, hi, once again, you are listening to another episode of unstoppable mindset, and today, we get to speak with Lisa Kohn, who is the founder of the Chatsworth Consulting Group. She leads with love. Many people say she deals with nonprofits, C suite, people and others, and dealing with business coaching, life coaching, and I'm not going to tell you anymore, because she's going to spend the next hour telling us all about it. So Lisa, welcome to unstoppable mindset. We are really glad you're here.   Lisa Kohn ** 01:55 I'm thrilled to be here. Thank you for having me, Michael,   Michael Hingson ** 01:58 now I do have to tell everyone. I'm going to tell on you that we were talking before we started this. Lisa's had to postpone a couple times because she had a concussion, which in in a way, relates to skiing. And having never skied myself, I love to spread the rumor that the trees are out to get us all the time. So one of these days I'll probably ski but but in the meanwhile, my brother in law is as a great skier, and was a certified mountain ski guide for years, and I always tell him that the trees are out to get us, and he can not convince me otherwise, no matter what he says. And he says, No, it's really you the skier. And I said, That's what you say. So you know, that's my conspiracy theory of the day,   Lisa Kohn ** 02:37 but I will tend to believe it, because not this concussion, but the last concussion I did, ski into a tree, and I don't know how. I really don't know how. So I am convinced maybe to come out to get me. That makes sense. See,   Michael Hingson ** 02:51 there you go. I rest my case. Everyone. You're welcome to let us know what you think, but it is fun to tease about it. My brother in law used to take tours to France, and was, as I said, a certified mountain ski guide, and has done it for years in the winter in Ketchum, Idaho, where he lives, it is all about skiing first foremost and always, and everything else comes second. So that's fine. Well, Lisa, why don't we start by you telling us a little about the early Lisa, I love to start that way. Learn a little bit about you growing up and all that stuff and going to college or whatever you did and anything like that that you want to tell   Lisa Kohn ** 03:31 us. Well, I will do that. It's it's not the simplest story. So I'll give you the overview and the highlights, and then we can move on or go deeper, or whatever works for you. So I love lines, right? I have a line that describes my childhood. I say the best seats I ever had at Madison Square Garden were at my mother's wedding because my mom got married in 1982 with 4074 other people in a mass wedding. I was raised Unification Church, the Moonies. I was raised in a cult. So that's that's my life with my mom. And on the other hand, the best cocaine I ever had was for my father's friend, the judge. Because my dad, I lived with my dad and my dad. Life with my dad was, as I like to say, sex, drugs and squalor in New York City's East Village in the 1970s so I am, I am like this true child of the 60s and 70s, because both my parents were involved in the, you know, the hippie culture and then the cult culture of that era. So very short. You know, very long story, very short. After that synopsis, my parents got married way too young. Had my brother had me split up. We lived with my mom for a number of years, and when I was in third grade, we were about to we lived on the East Coast. Of America. We lived in Jersey, and we were about to move drive across country to California to move on to a commune. And my grandmother, my mom's mom, got sick with cancer, and so instead we moved, instead of cross country, moved across state and moved in with my grandparents and lived there. My grandmother died. My mom stayed with we stayed with my grandfather. My mom was taking care of the house and of him. And in 1974 my mom went to hear, actually, the person she with whom she said, hitchhik, cross country with every year, called her and said, You have to go hear Reverend Moon speak. And my mom went to hear Reverend Moon speak and came back a changed person, just enthralled with what she'd heard. And not much happened. And then a couple months later, members of the Unification Church convinced my mom to go up for a weekend workshop, and my mom went away for the weekend and came back and went back up for a week and came back and went back up and basically spent the summer being indoctrinated into the unification Church's ideology. And then, you know, somewhere that summer, my mom took us, my brother, I have an older brother, took my brother, and I have with her, and we the estates called barrytown, New York. We pull up to this estate. This this huge building. It used to be a Christian brother school, and we go down into the gymnasium, and all the women, the sisters, are sitting on the floor on the right side of the room, and all the brothers, the men, are sitting on the floor on the left side of the room. And with moments Moon Reverend Sam young moon walks in and begins speaking with his interpreter, and that was it. I had a Messiah, and we were Moonies, and again, synopsized down. Within about six months, my mom sat my brother and I down and said, kids, I really feel called to be more involved. What should I do? And we said, you should leave. And so she left, and we were with my grandfather, and I was in sixth grade and running the household. And then my grandfather, due to a variety of different things, was put in the hospital on the verge of a nervous breakdown, and we got shuffled around for a little while. And finally, my father came to get us, and we moved in with him in New York City, disease village, the life of sex, drugs and scholar, and live this dual life of like living the outside world with Satan and believing in a Messiah and a puritanical cult. And that continued for a number of years, until I can go into the details at some point. But through this whole soap opera experience, I started to eventually question. And we were literally taught if that, if we ever questioned, it was Satan inside of us, but I fully questioned and pulled away, and over the space of many years, kind of left it all behind. And yeah, went to college. I was, you know, I started questioning in my last year of high school, and then I went up to college. I was at Cornell University, and, you know, it's surrounded with gorges, and nearly jumped off the bridge into the gorge as I kind of self destructed having when I left the church. And, you know, went on to get worse and worse and worse in kind of my own psyche, until I really crashed and burned, and someone pointed me in the direction of getting help in the mid to late 80s, and it's been a journey ever since. So there, that's the that's the 10 minute version of, you know, what's in my memoir?   Michael Hingson ** 08:14 What a story. What's your memoir called   Lisa Kohn ** 08:18 to the moon and back the influence, yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 08:21 yeah. So what about your brother?   Lisa Kohn ** 08:22 My brother? My brother, uh, he so I, my brother likes to say, I never actually left, I just slowly drifted away. And that was, you know, from like 1980 through 1985 my brother, who's a year and a half older than me, a year ahead of me, in school, he, when he was in college, he was in a place that was truly surrounded with with there were Moonies there who knew him. So he could not leave. But as soon as he got out of college, he went to Drew University. He literally sat my mom down and said, That's it. I'm out. So he he announced being out. I still haven't told anyone I'm out. And he is, you know. So he's also happy and thriving. And he lives in New York City, you know, very eager to get out of the city. I got out of the city years ago. Yeah. So we're still, well, there's a lot Go ahead. Go ahead. No, go ahead. No. He's the only person who experienced the weird dichotomy going back and forth between these two crazy worlds that I did. So, yeah, we're very close.   Michael Hingson ** 09:18 There's, there's a lot to be said for the city, and there's a lot that the city can contribute. But on the other hand, there are so many other parts of the country. I met a woman when my wife and I moved back to New Jersey, I stayed at an apartment for a while in Linden. I'm sorry, no, where was it? Not Lyndon, well, anyway, it was north of Springfield in New Jersey, and this woman, well, we met her because we were staying at a Holiday Inn in Springfield at the time, and she was one of the people who worked there. And she also. Then came to help me in just making sure my apartment was good and clean until Karen moved back and we had our house, and one of the things that we learned from her was that her whole life, she lived in the Springfield area and had never been to New York City, less than 40 miles away.   Lisa Kohn ** 10:20 Yeah, people   Michael Hingson ** 10:21 are afraid of it. Yeah, there's elizabeth new jersey, where I lived until Karen came back, and then we we had started and built a house in Westfield. But I'm always amazed, and I know of people who live in the city who have never been out.   10:35 That is true as well. Yes, and there's   Michael Hingson ** 10:38 so much more to the world, and I just love the fact that I've had the opportunity as a speaker to travel all over this country and enjoy going and meeting new people and seeing new places and seeing so many different aspects of our whole US culture. It's great,   Lisa Kohn ** 10:55 absolutely true. There's so much to be said for a lot of different places and and I will always be a New Yorker at heart.   Michael Hingson ** 11:01 Well, there you go. There you go. And there's nothing wrong with being a New Yorker at heart. No, I was born in Chicago, but I grew up being a Californian and and I am, and I'm a Dodger fan, but you know, there you go. Of course, there are those who say that the Dodgers, one day will move back to New York,   Lisa Kohn ** 11:19 back to Brooklyn. We'll   Michael Hingson ** 11:20 see what happens. Yeah, hasn't happened yet. So what did you major in college?   Lisa Kohn ** 11:26 I was a psychology major.   Michael Hingson ** 11:27 Ah, okay, so now, where do you live?   Lisa Kohn ** 11:31 I live in Wayne, Pennsylvania, outside of,   Michael Hingson ** 11:34 okay, I know where that is. So that's, that's pretty cool. So you, you certainly had a life that has had a lot of experiences. And I would think that you probably would agree that, yes, there were a lot of things that weren't necessarily great, but they taught you a lot, and it certainly helps you to be able to step back and think about all that and put it in perspective   Lisa Kohn ** 12:01 that is true, you know, I am. It's not quite the point you're making. But alongside that, similar to that, you know, when, again, when the memoir came out, people started reaching out to me. And some, you know, late teenager, young adult, I don't really remember, the age, Stranger reached out to me and was kind of giving me the lowdown of a situation, which was, you know, hard, lot of trauma, a lot of lot of tough stuff. And I said, What I often say is, like, I wouldn't wish difficulties and struggles or trauma on anyone, sure, but I do know that when you get through, you know, if you can get through, when you can get through, you have an appreciation of life that people who haven't experienced hardship don't really have so, like, I can look outside, I mean, I love the little gold finches. I can look outside and see a little yellow bird, or actually have about 40 in the house at this point, because people keep sending them to me, right? And I am just filled with joy because I've learned, like, I know how, how low can go. And so even just just okay is really great at times. So so it's a similar thing to what you said, right? You have a perspective. You have a you have, you know, coping mechanisms, some that are wonderful and some that are you really could let go of and be done with. But yeah, I do. I feel like I have more of an appreciation for life and joy and love than some people have who haven't had to go through things.   Michael Hingson ** 13:25 I spoke to a life coach on the podcast a couple of days ago, actually. And one of the things that she said, and it's really kind of what you're saying, is that the fact is, she's much better at what she does because she has had a number of life experiences and things happen in her life, and if she hadn't done some of the things that she did and experienced some of the things that she experienced, she would never have been able to be nearly as effective as she is,   Lisa Kohn ** 14:02 yeah, you know, before my memoir was published in 2018 I generally never brought up my background in my work, because it, once you say cult, it literally, it sucks the energy out of the room like nothing else matters when you say I was raised in A cult and but once it came out, and if you Google me, you know, before I walk in a room, if you look me up, you know my story, because I'm very public with it at this point, I now get to use it in all of my work, and I get to use what I've experienced, and the multitude of tools and practices and mindsets and positive psychology and neuroplasticity and mindfulness and all of the things I have learned over the years to be okay and to thrive. I get to use it in in like in the most corporate work I do, I'm still bringing up, you know, teaching people. To take care of themselves and love themselves and love themselves first. Most, you know, always, like, is tattooed on my arm, like, really, to change their perspective of themselves, to start and off in the world. So yeah, if I, if I hadn't gone through what I gone through, I wouldn't be who I am, and I wouldn't get to share some of the things I get to share. So yeah, that's and that's why I do it. If sharing my story helps other people, then it's all worthwhile. And yeah, that's why I do it.   Michael Hingson ** 15:26 And I I hear that very well. And going back to what we were discussing the other day, Mary Beth and I, she starts her story by saying she took her first drink at the age of 11, and she decided that she liked the taste of alcohol and was an alcohol for alcoholic, or was a drunk for many years. And actually she's near 50, and she only quit four and a half years ago, she became, she became a life coach six years ago, although she was always interested in helping people, but she began to make that her business, and did so six years ago, and she is very clear that having adopted that philosophy and process and undertaking that career, even though it was much later in life, the bottom line is that it did lead to her finally recognizing that she shouldn't drink, and that's not a good thing, and she has not had a drink in four and a half years. Good for her. That's so it is all about what you experience and what you choose to do with it. So I hear you, you know, I   Lisa Kohn ** 16:33 hear her. Yeah, last so this is 2024, so two years ago, what you experienced, I was diagnosed by cancer, and you never think you're going to be one of the people who have cancer, until they say cancer to you, and you're thinking, aren't you talking to the person behind me? And I heard, you know, when I was going through the process and going through chemo, which I do not recommend to anyone, unless you absolutely have to do it, I heard a saying from a dialectical behavioral therapy, therapist who did pass from cancer, but the saying was, I will take more from cancer than cancer takes for me. And that, that that just carried me through, right? And I you can look at that with everything, like all the all the different things we experience, I will. I remember when I was first diagnosed, a practitioner said to me, why do you think you got sick? As in, like, what hadn't I healed that caused the cancer? And I, I stopped going to that practitioner, and I very clearly, I've looked at this and I thought, it's never going to help me to think, what did I do wrong, that I had cancer, that I got cancer, I got sick, but it will help me to say I did get sick. And what do I want to learn from that, and how do I want to change and shift and grow from that? So exactly right,   Michael Hingson ** 17:45 yeah, and like I always say to people, I'm my own best teacher. I've dropped saying I'm my own worst critic, because such a negative thing, and you don't necessarily have something to criticize, but I'm my own best teacher. I can look at anything I do and go, can I improve on it? How can I improve on it? And adopting the mindset that takes that approach really makes us stronger?   Lisa Kohn ** 18:11 Yes, it's called a growth mindset, right? And when we have a growth mindset, when we know that we can grow, when we know that we can learn, when we and yeah, when we stop being so hard on ourselves, like so many of us are,   Michael Hingson ** 18:23 yeah, and we learned that, and that's unfortunate that that's what we're taught, and it's so hard to break that cycle, but if you can, you're all the better for it,   Lisa Kohn ** 18:33 absolutely and to, you know, I'm, I mean, I teach this stuff. I've been teaching this stuff for a long time. I've been using it for decades, and just today, I was watching my mind go down a rabbit hole of some negative thinking and thinking and thinking that wasn't going to help me and also. And I pause. I'm like, I was driving. I'm like, I put my hand on my leg. I'm like, Lisa, you're right here. You're right now. You're in the car. Look the sky. Pay attention to the road. You don't have to think that right now. You can just be in this present moment and feel better and poof, like magic, the crazy thinking stops, and you're like, Oh yeah, it's actually okay. I don't have to worry about that right now. But, um, yeah, our brains, our brains, we have that, like we have a negativity bias. Our brains are trained, have evolved to, like, look for danger. Focus on danger. Really think about the bad. Play it over and over. See it bigger than it is. Never look at the good. We're as Rick Hansen likes to say, Velcro for the bad and Teflon for the good. But we have a choice to shift that. So I feel like I'm preaching. Sorry, but I get excited about   Michael Hingson ** 19:34 it is it is perfectly okay to preach, and it is all about choice, as I tell people all the time, we had no control over the World Trade Center happening. No one's ever convinced me that we could have really foreseen it and not have it happen. But what we all, each and every person in the world, has a choice about, is how we deal with what happened at the World Trade Center, absolutely and how. We move forward or choose not to. And I've seen all sides of that. I've seen people who talk about the conspiracy of the World Trade Center. It really didn't happen. The government did it in so many different things. And I met one guy who had been a firefighter, and he decided to change careers and become a police officer because he wanted to go kill terrorists who were trying to deal with our country would not be the reason I would choose to go to often be a police officer. He did it because his brother was killed in the World Trade Center. But still, there were so many more positive reasons to do it, but that was his goal at the time, and I don't know, having never seen him since, whether that has changed, but it is still just always a matter of we can choose, and do have the right to choose. God gives us that right. That's why we have free will to choose how we want to deal with things or not.   Lisa Kohn ** 20:55 It is what it is, and what will I do with it, and how will I be with it? And yeah, yeah, and I can accept it, and then what do I want to do about it? Yeah? Yeah. All true. All true.   Michael Hingson ** 21:06 So what did you do after college? So you got a degree in psychology, so I got a degree in psychology, started to psychoanalyze gold finches, but, okay,   Lisa Kohn ** 21:15 you started to psycholize goldfinches. I just love my gold finches. Yeah, it's funny because when I when I was when I was writing the book, and there was a in my town, there's a author who lives here, kind of took me under her wing, and at one point she turned to me, she said, Do you realize, like, everything you experienced as a child and then you majored in psychology, and like, yeah, never dawned on me that I needed to cycle analyze myself, but I did. I got out of Cornell, and on the personal side. I very soon got engaged to someone who my dad, at that point, owned a restaurant, a French restaurant, and I got engaged as someone who worked for him and drank with him, and drank a heck of a lot, and was very not nice when he drank. And you know someone your cousin lovingly pointed me in the direction of the direction of the 12 step programs and to Alan on the 12 step program. For those of us with our arms, class Brown, the alcoholic and I crawled into my first meeting practically on my hands and knees, thinking like, tell me if he's an alcoholic, there's no way I would ever be with an alcoholic. I'm too smart for that, only to realize that there were tons of reasons why I would be and so that's that started my healing growth trajectory and journey. And on the professional side, I did a six month stint in direct mail, back when there was direct mail, a direct mail company, and then a six month stint in address, you know, do in advertising, the advertising agency, and then after that, got a job doing entertainment advertising for a small division of gray advertising, which I dearly, dearly loved. It was fun, it was exciting, it was a lot of good things, but I ended up getting I was running the Good Morning America account, and I ended up there wasn't enough work to fill me, but my boss wouldn't take me off the account because the client adored me, so they didn't want to move me. So I got really, really bored, and I decided to go to business school. And I somehow convinced my boss to convince his boss, the head of the whole agency, to send me to Columbia's Executive MBA Program, which you had to be sponsored by your A by your company, and they had to pay for part of it. And that just wasn't, didn't happen in the advertising world. I remember one of my professors once said, You're they eat, they're young in your industry, don't they like you. Just you did not, and they did not invest in you, but they did. They invested in me, and I went, I got my MBA in Columbia's Executive MBA Program, and there, found the disciplines where I now work in leadership and organizational behavior and organizational development, and began to have confidence in my own voice, business wise, and what I knew, and this is maybe why they don't invest you. I got out of the program, and within not too many months, quit, and I went to work, actually, for a large not for profit fundraising organization, which, you know, because I was like, I'm good, I'm smart, I'm going to go do good for the world. And I ended up in a job where, once again, I just it didn't engage me enough. And I literally had a boss who liked to fight with me, because he thought I was good at fighting, and I was just really not happy. And so then in 1995 I, you know, talked to a couple of so long ago, in 1995 I was talking to a couple of my professors saying, you know, I want to do leadership, and can I be a consultant? And they said, Yeah, go ahead, you can do it. And gave me a few gigs to start. And I, I was three months pregnant with my first child, and I hung out a shingle with Chatsworth Consulting Group and started doing leadership, not actually knowing what that was, and do it, a lot of training and different, different jobs. So I actually, I was, like, hugely pregnant, and I was, I almost. Took a job teaching computer skills for American Express at a very low rate, because I was just I was like, I say, I'm a consultant, but I'm not actually doing anything. And I luckily didn't take that job, that gig. And soon thereafter, I started getting different projects from former professors, and I've been doing and growing the business ever since, and of the 1998 I think I was in front of a client doing, you know, teaching leadership skills or doing some sort of program, and the head of the head of the agency, came over to me and said, I want to be you. Do you coach? And I said, Yeah, I coach. And I went and got coach. I got certified as a coach in the late 90s, before anyone was coaching. And yeah, I've been doing it ever since. And I say, you know, when I am not working, I never want to work, and when I am working, I never want to stop. So I'm that was actually true. That's true since I got sick. So I'm either certifiable or I figured something out. I happen to love what I do. I happen to get to make a difference in people's lives. And yeah, that's, that's my those are my stories   Michael Hingson ** 26:02 where the name Chatsworth consulting came from. Yeah, so   Lisa Kohn ** 26:06 when I founded the company, that is a good question. The funny thing is, when I founded the company, every good name I thought of was already taken, which is actually good, because the what I do and how I do it has so evolved over the years, over the decades, but I lived on Chatsworth Avenue. That's where I lived at the time. And what makes it extra special is, at that point, my you know, someone I met, I literally met my business partner on our first day going to Columbia's executive program. We met on the subway because I introduced myself to her, and she lived in the same building as I did on Chatsworth Avenue. She wasn't my partner at the time, and then number of years later, she said, Can I join you? And so she joined me in 2002 but so now it has even more meaning, because we were both Chatsworth, but it just it was the street on which I lived, because I couldn't come up with any other names, and I didn't want to say Lisa Conan associates. So that's it.   Michael Hingson ** 26:55 Hey, man, that works.   Lisa Kohn ** 26:56 Hey, what else   Michael Hingson ** 26:57 you said? You said you're the guy you were engaged to, drink. Is he still your, your your husband? No,   Lisa Kohn ** 27:03 I managed. Wondered about that. Yeah, no. You know, I was a I can tell you I was sitting in an Al Anon meeting. You know, I postponed the wedding, but I was still sticking it out. And I was sobbing my way through some lunchtime meeting in St Patrick's Cathedral in New York City. And someone came over to me at the end of the meeting, and he said, you know, there are no victims, there are only volunteers. And I was like, Oh, I don't actually have to do this. And so, you know, when you're raised like I was, if I start talking about religious trauma and extremist thinking I was raised, I literally we were raised to live for the sake of others, to sacrifice everything for God and our True Parents, Reverend and Mrs. Moon, and saving the world. And that if we didn't, if we didn't, you know, live to the expectations we were supposed to, we would break God's heart. So I was raised to be a heavenly soldier. You know, when again, my mom left, and, you know, I couldn't cry, I couldn't miss her, couldn't be sad, couldn't be mad. It was all for God. So I just learned that I would do no matter what. And I till this day, I say, if you put something in front of me, I will do it. I will do it extremely well, even if it takes me down in the process, which isn't as true, because I've learned a lot since I got sick. But that used to be me, and so I was engaged to this man, and it was miserable, but I was gonna like, I have Al Anon. I can marry him. I can do it. And when this person came up to me and said, there are no victims, only volunteers, it's kind of was like crack that said you can do it. I just said this to a client the other day, you can do it, but just because you can do it, it doesn't mean you have to do it, or you should do it, and at luckily, at 24 I was able to say, I deserve a life that's easier and has more happiness than choosing to be with someone who was he was just really, he was really mean when he drank. So, so no, I didn't marry him. I didn't marry him. Think, you know I, you know people look at my life and it's like I, I've skirted disaster. I am, I am lucky. I have a steel rod for a spine. I don't know. I, you know, got out of the church. I almost jumped off a bridge, but I didn't I, you know, I became anorexic. And I can tell you, I am not heavy now, and I was almost 30 pounds less, you know, I was 82 pounds. I'm not tall, but I was really quits growing at 82 pounds. But then I started eating again. When I started doing cocaine with my dad, I did a heck of a lot of cocaine, and all of a sudden, every day, I was doing it. And then I just stopped doing that. And then I got into really more and more destructive and mildly or abusive relationships, and I stopped doing that. So I've, I've, I've managed to, like, avoid disaster numerous times. I'm incredibly lucky. So, yeah, well,   Michael Hingson ** 29:47 and your mind has, uh, has helped you progress from all this. So did you, did you ever find someone and get married, or have a husband, or any of that kind of stuff   Lisa Kohn ** 29:56 I did. I found someone, I my one of my best friends from high. School, set me up with one of his best friends from college as a joke, and we've been married 30 years. Where are you kids? Oh, yeah, we have two kids. So yeah, that's cool. Yeah, yeah. Well,   Michael Hingson ** 30:12 congratulations. Well, thank   Lisa Kohn ** 30:13 you very much.   Michael Hingson ** 30:14 I met my wife a friend introduced us, and he was actually my friend was dating this person, sort of even though he was married, and she said, you said you were gonna leave her, and he didn't, but he was, he was the kind of guy that always had a girl in every port. Well anyway, he introduced her, this, this lady to me. And 11 months or 10 months later, we were married, and it took for 40 years until she passed away in November of 2022 and yeah, as I tell people, she's monitoring me somewhere, I am absolutely certain, and if I misbehave, I'm going to hear about it, so I have to continue to be a good kid.   Lisa Kohn ** 30:55 There you go. Well, I   Michael Hingson ** 30:56 gotta do Yeah, you know, but I've got 40 years of memories, and can't beat that, yeah, yeah,   Lisa Kohn ** 31:02 that's good. I'm glad you did. Yeah. So   Michael Hingson ** 31:05 you you formed Chatsworth, which is really pretty cool. I'm curious, though. So you didn't really have when you were growing up, at least early on, as much say about it, why do people join cults? Yes,   Lisa Kohn ** 31:20 yes. Why do people join cults? They're in the wrong place at the wrong time. So I used to say everyone is susceptible to extremist thinking. I was not everybody believes that, but I do believe it to be true. I was once corrected and someone said, unless you're a a sociopath, a psychopath, or already in a cult, you're susceptible. Or as there's two cult anti cult activists who were in Nixie and the sex cult a couple years ago, and what they say is, if you think you're not susceptible, you're even more susceptible. Why? Why? Because, as human beings, we crave purpose, certainty and community and having a messiah, believing anything that extremely is absolute certainty, it is, let me tell you, it is the most powerful drug to know that you have the truth, like the Absolute Truth, you have purpose. You know why you're here. You know what you need to do. There's not Sunday, Sunday night, Monday morning, blues, because you have a purpose for your life, and as long as you don't leave or disobey, you have absolute community. So it's you know. As humans, we want to know. We want to understand, right? We make up theories and reasons in our brains, even people who say they don't, they do right? Our brains crave it. And so as you know, I heard someone say a long time ago, I repeat, all it takes is being in the wrong place at the wrong time, being the wrong person and being in the wrong state of mind, where you're just going to be a little bit open to something, and you're susceptible. And so the ones that are really successful, they know how to work with the brain to keep you in so again, as I said, we were literally taught that if you ever question anything, it's Satan. So as soon as you start to think for yourself, you you know, you do a 21 minute prayer, you fast for three days, you take a cold shower, you're being invaded by Satan, so you're afraid to think. And when you know when they're when they were first bringing people in to my cult, right? They would, one of the things they did so you would go to, they would get you away to, you know, a workshop. They would keep you not give you enough to eat, not give you enough sleep, keep you surrounded by people so you don't have time to think. And they would give you all the teachings. And then at night, they would say, just write one thing you agree with. Write it down in this journal, just one thing. And so you just want them to shut up. So you write one thing. And then you look back three days later, and your brain goes, Oh, I wrote that down. I must have believed it. So you like your brain. They work with the ways your brain wants to believe something, to get you to believe something. And as well, I don't know if you want me to curse, so I won't curse, but I'm going to quote mark Vicente on the vow, which is also about the the next scene cult. He says, No one joins a cult. They really they join a really good idea, and then they realize they were messed with because they join one human kind, under God, they join, you know, self exactly, actualization. They join some positive idea, and only exactly what they think is positive, or what's sold as a positive idea. And by the time you look back your brain, your brain wants to you. We want to think that we know what we're doing. So our brain starts to convince ourselves that we knew what we were doing, like it's just our brains crave, and you work with it, you can, you can get people to believe anything. You can get people to believe anything. It's the   Michael Hingson ** 34:58 same. I hear you. It's just. Same thing as just there's so many conspiracy theorists today, yes, and it's the same exact sort of thing. They get you to believe it. They make it sound plausible. There's a woman who is a physicist who has written a book about why the World Trade Center wasn't something that was caused by terrorists or anything like that. It was really the US government, because the the amount of of ground shaking when the buildings collapsed wasn't appropriate, and all sorts of things she brings into it. And she she says it in a very convincing way, unless you look deeper, unless you know what to look for, and but, but she talks about it, and the bottom line is that it wasn't a conspiracy. And my immediate response whenever anyone says that it is and talks about what she talks about, is, I just say the difference is, I was there. I know, yeah, yeah. And you can say what you like, but I know, yeah, and, and I think that it's, it's the usual thing some people say, you know, figures can lie, and liars can figure, and it's very unfortunate that that some people just have to fulfill their lives by by doing some of these things, rather than using that knowledge and using their skills in a much more positive way. So yeah, cults, conspiracies, it's all sort of the same thing, isn't   Lisa Kohn ** 36:26 it? It's all extremist belief is extremist belief is extremist belief. And once you believe, once you believe this person's conspiracy theory, then it you can believe the next things they say, like you, you, you keep going like Moon would preach things and do the opposite, and then say was providential, that God told me how to do the opposite, and then you believe. Because, again, we want to believe what we already believe. I was just ot occupational therapy for my concussion this morning, and I was just saying to the occupational therapists, right? We have a we have so many biases in our brain. I love the brain, and we have a bias that tells us we're not biased. So I have a bias that says I'm not biased. I know how objective I am. I'm careful and I'm reflective, but the rest of you are biased, but I'm not biased. So one of our biases is that we're not biased, right? And so once you believe it's you know, people saying, How could people do X, Y and Z, and how can they believe that? And I'm like, once you've chosen to believe, or you've been forced to believe, or you've been tricked to believe, you keep believing, and to break that belief is dangerous. I mean, it's just hard to leave extreme believing is extremely hard. It really is, and   Michael Hingson ** 37:37 it's dangerous because somebody told you it wasn't you believe it,   Lisa Kohn ** 37:40 yes, exactly, exactly yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 37:44 which is so unfortunate, but just so unfortunate, yeah, but it is, it is what we face. It's   Lisa Kohn ** 37:50 human nature. So how do we what do we do about it? Yeah, exactly, yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 37:53 which is always that Yes. So with your life and all that is has happened, What messages do you want to share with people? What do you want people ultimately to know and to take away from today?   Lisa Kohn ** 38:07 Well, I will always start with extremist. Situations exist, and we're all susceptible. They're there. They're intoxicating. They're, you know, a slippery slope. And so beware. And there's places to learn. And if you are, I always say, if you are in what you think might be a cult of any sort, there is help. When I left, I never knew there was help. I never knew there was a community. There is a community. There are a lot of online places and therapists to go to. So   Michael Hingson ** 38:32 that's grown a lot over the years, hasn't it? Oh, it's   Lisa Kohn ** 38:35 grown so much. I did not know. Yeah, I did not know was there at all. When I left, I left cold turkey, when my book came out in 2018 I found the cult survivor community, and my mind blew open. It's, it's definitely grown. Awareness of it, concept of religious trauma, has grown, like a lot. It's, there's, there's so much more awareness of it now in so many places to get help. The other thing I would say, I always say, if you think you're damaged or there's no hope, you are not damaged, and there is hope. There is always hope. I, you know, when I in my memoir, my my older child read my memoir, and she got to the part where I wrote about meeting their father, and it said something like, I shared my stories and my demons, and I was afraid he would not, you know, he would be able to stay because of how damaged I was, and my kids said, Wait, what's this? And I just look at I think, well, that's, I literally believe that for a very long time, but there was something wrong with me, and there is hope, and you are not damaged. There are, I call them the lies in my head. There are lies. There are lies that were put in my head intentionally to control me, and there are ways many of us have been taught, like you said, to think poorly of ourselves. So there's hope, and there's a way out of that. And I truly believe that, you know, we all need a lot more self love and self care. I do have tattooed on my arm first most, always to remind myself to love myself first most and always, um. Them, because I just think as a, you know, they do call me I lead with love. They call me love embodied when I took my positive psychology course. But really, we, all, many of us, need a huge dose of self compassion, self love, self care, kindness and gentleness, first to ourselves and then to the rest of the world. So those are, those are probably the you know, and whether it's in like, individually, or in an organization or in an offer, profit, like all of that, it is true, we're human, and we make mistakes, but there's an opportunity to really connect on a deeper, truer level, and there's an opportunity to to, it's called Post Traumatic Growth, right to heal from the trauma and heal from the things that have happened to us. And I know there are people with a lot harder stories than mine, and they're people who have gone through things like I have, and there's always, there's always a way to get help and reach out. So yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 40:53 tell me about, if you would, your journey in Chatsworth consulting. You teach leadership, you teach people to lead, and you you go to leaders and or they come to you. And how do you how do you help them? Tell us a little bit more about all of that, if you would.   Lisa Kohn ** 41:09 So we do a couple of different things. We do executive coaching, one on one coaching, you know, again, one client came up to me and said, do you coach? And I said, Yeah. And I got trained to be a coach back in the late 90s. I was in Al Anon at the time, and I realized it's kind of like being a sponsor only professionally. So it's our coaching is really it's based on a lot of self awareness, self knowledge. We do a incredible there's an incredible online 360 we use with people called the leadership circle profile, which helps us not only look at what like what I'm doing that's working and not but a lot of my thought patterns and beliefs and where they come from. So they call them, you know, they call them the Protect, control and wow, comply behaviors. That's the concussion kicking in. And I call them fight, fight and freeze. But like looking at the ways I coped in the world that get in my way. So we work with leaders, one on one. I'm trying to help them see what they're doing that's effective, what they're thinking that's effective, how they're connecting with other people. That's effective, and what's not we do. We work with a lot of in tech teams, leadership teams, executive teams, helping them have the hard conversations, the strategic conversations, the emotional conversations. You know, we are all human, and we all have triggers, and we all get upset, and we all have agendas, and we all have so much that gets in the way of actually just connecting, one on one with each other. So I get to sit with a group of people and help them find ways to connect more effectively and to more really, more vulnerably, more authentically, you know. And I also, I teach all the general management and leadership skills, you know, connecting with others and giving feedback and authentic leadership and all of that stuff. But truly, what ignites me in the work we do now is really kind of the feel. It's kind of like systems thinking, right? What are the systems within our organization that are operating? Then, how do you look at it, and how do you shift them to be more positive? And what are the systems that's that are operating within me, the belief systems, the you know, the ways I was trained to act, whom to act, and how do I keep the good and shift the ones that are getting in my way. So I am very lucky to do the work I do. I feel very lucky to do it   Michael Hingson ** 43:25 and that, you know, that's great, and it's great to have that kind of attitude and to bring that kind of philosophy to it. What are some of the patterns that you see that a lot of leaders and so on bring to you and want fixed, or that you discover that they need to deal with. I mean, they're, they're probably a few at least, that you see a lot.   Lisa Kohn ** 43:48 So yeah, I would say, well, one thing that I see so often, right, human nature? So you do a 360 or you gather feedback for someone, and all they focuses on is the constructive feedback. All they focus on is what's wrong, looking for the problem. Again, that's the negativity bias in our head, and a lot of other things. But one thing that comes off so clear is, in general, almost all the time, right people, if they're good at something, that thing that they star a star at, that thing that is like second nature to them, the thing that people so admire about them, they think it's not a big deal anybody could do that, and the thing that they are that isn't their greatest skill, that's the thing they think that's important. And it's it just, I see it over Yeah? People, my clients, be like, Well, yeah, anybody can do that? I'm like, no, nobody does that. Like you do that. Like you do that, you do that in a different way. So it's, you know, I just see that over and over and over. I see so many people like and you talk about leadership, right? So we, we so often in the business world, we promote people for being really good at what they do. And being good at what you do as an individual contributor is very. Very different than actually being able to manage other people or lead other people. And so to a lot of leaders just have a hard time getting out of the details, getting out of the weeds, actually delegating, actually letting go. We we coach our leaders to be dispensable. Our clients not said that to one client. She said, indispensable. And I said, No, dispensable. And she she literally started to cry. She said, Lisa, I spent my whole career trying to be incredibly indispensable. And she was a senior, senior leader at a major Fortune 50 company. She was powerful, she was amazing, but it gets in your way, right? We coach our clients to you know you have to be so dispensable that the people who work with you can do your job so you can go do the bigger, better stuff, more like the next stuff you need to do. Yeah, so it's, it's really, and then, you know, so many of us, right, have, unfortunately, so many people have some sort of trauma in their background. And even people who don't have major trauma in their background have had hardships or whatever, and so it's really people get so caught in their own thinking that they can't even realize that it's their own thinking in their way. So I, you know, I learned to say for my own learning and growth, right? When my brain does its wonky, silly things, it says, I've learned to say, that's the cult talking like, that's the cult. That's the cult. That's what I was trained to believe. That's not true. That's the cult. And I heard a class I'm like, take the word out cult and put in alcoholic father, you know, narcissistic first boss, you know, you know, I had a client who no harm, no blame to her parents. She had immigrant parents. They both ran, they both worked three jobs in order to support the family. And so she was taking care of her siblings when she was six. Six, she was caring for other kids, right? So she was able to say, that's that's that. And my brain, like the helping people being able to see, you know, we're so close to our brains that we don't see the kind of loopy things that we do and why we do it, but helping clients see those loopy things, right? And two, again, honestly, I spent a lot of time with seniors, senior executives, talking about self care, self compassion, being kinder to yourself, that kind of stuff.   Michael Hingson ** 47:15 So that woman, who was six taking care of siblings, did she ever get to the point where she could say things like, I really learned a lot, or I value that experience because it helped me in this way or that way,   Lisa Kohn ** 47:32 absolutely, absolutely. And she but, and she also got to the point where she can say, I don't have to keep doing that. I don't have to keep sacrificing myself for everybody else, right? I can, you know, I can self selfishly in quotes, in air quotes, right? I can selfishly go home earlier, at the end of the day, and actually take care of my body, because I'm about to have a baby, you know, yeah, it was so so yes and right? It's not about Yeah, it is yes. And not about like, this is awful and it's all bad. It's it is what it is. It made me who I am, and how do I want to choose to be to go forward with it?   Michael Hingson ** 48:07 I was very fortunate when I started in sales. I took a Dale Carnegie sales course. The company I was working for sent me to it, because either I went from the job I was doing for them into sales, or I had to leave the company, and I, at the time, didn't want to go look for another job, especially as a blind person, with an unemployment rate among employable blind people in the 70% range, that's a real challenge. So I went into sales and took this course. And I don't even know where it came from or when I first started doing it, but one of the things that I learned as I became a manager and started hiring people and working with people, was to say, you have skills. I have skills, and my job is not to boss you around. If I'm hiring you, I'm hiring you because you convinced me that you can do the job that I'm hiring you to do, but at the same time, what I need to do is to work with you to figure out how I can enhance what you do, because my job as your boss is to enhance what you do and to make you success, or help make you more successful. But we have to do that together now, the people who really got that were successful and, and we found that there are a lot of ways that we could blend our skills together. The people who didn't get it and didn't want to do it ended up not working for the company very long. Yeah, but it was because they weren't successful, they weren't able to sell and, and I know that I have some skills that a lot of other people don't have, but it's my life upbringing, and it's my environment that taught me those things. So that's fine. It isn't to say that other people couldn't get them, and a few people would ask me from time to time, how do you do that? And we talk. It, and they got better at it too, which is fine,   Lisa Kohn ** 50:02 yeah, yeah. I mean, that is, that's brilliant, right? But not every manager, not every leader gets that or knows that. So that's your role, is to enhance them, and your role is also to kind of block and tackle, right? What's getting in their way that you can what are the obstacles you can remove, what are the bridges you can build for them to go forward? But yeah, so often again, we get promoted. We get promoted for doing something well, and then we think everybody should do it our way. And it's a huge learning to realize you can do it your way, and as long as it's successful, that's great, as opposed to trying to force other people to do it my way. But I quote, I love tower Brock. Tower Brock's a mindfulness a teacher, and the quote I saw recently was, the world is divided between people who think they're right. Exactly yeah, right. We are going around thinking we're pretty right and what we're doing and yeah. So yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 50:56 The other part about that, and the approach that I took, was that I was always so amazed, impressed and pleased when I was able to work with people who, as I said, Got it how much I learned, and I learned some of their skills, which helped me do my job even better, and We had a lot of fun doing it. I   Lisa Kohn ** 51:23 my clients, yeah, my clients as I hope they think they learn from me, yeah, and have a lot of fun doing it exactly. People together can be it's just a generative, beautiful process when you let it be absolutely   Michael Hingson ** 51:37 Well, I think that it's, it's important to do that. And as I tell people, if I'm not learning at least as much on this podcast and all the things that I get to do and interacting with people, if I'm not learning at least as much as other people, then I'm not doing my job very well. It's fun to learn, and it's fun to be open to exploring new ideas. And I sit back at the end of the day and think about them, think about what I like and don't like, but I base that on everything that I've heard, not only from a particular guest on a particular day, but everyone. So it's it's such a fun learning experience, I can't complain a bit.   Lisa Kohn ** 52:18 Yeah, that's good. Yeah, life. Life can be, life can be truly joyful when you are open to learning and seeing new things. Absolutely true.   Michael Hingson ** 52:25 So what do you love most about being a leadership consultant and an executive coach, you clearly sound like you're having fun.   Lisa Kohn ** 52:32 I definitely have fun, and fun is hugely important. Um, you know When? When? When you see a difference in your clients, when they get something that they needed to get, or they understand, or they move ahead in a way that they hadn't, or when they're, you know, finally standing up for themselves, or finally taking time for themselves, or finally, you know, working better with it, like when they're finally doing those things they set out to do, it is it? Is it is such a gift, right? It is such a gift. And similarly, you know, when you when we're working within tech teams, and you see them connect in ways they haven't connected, or move organization forward, or the team forward, or we were just working with a we're working with one client where there's a department in this organization, and the three areas in the that department are kind of at war with each other. And when you can get them in a room where they can actually start, you know, hearing each other and listening to each other and finding ways to move together forward, it's an organization that does a heck of a lot of good in the world, so they're going to be more effective on what they're doing, even more good is going to be done in the world. So it's, it's very ratifying to be able to be someone who can, I'm told, I inspire people, but I support people. But it's, it's very it's such a gift to be able to give people something that helps them feel better and therefore live and lead better. So   Michael Hingson ** 54:02 yeah, and what? And when you see the results of that, when you actually see them putting into practice the kinds of things that you talk about, and maybe they take it in a different direction than you originally thought. But of course, seeds get planted, where they get planted, and so it's the ultimate results that really count. But by the same token, when you start to see that happening, that has to be a wonderful feeling to experience,   Lisa Kohn ** 54:30 hugely gratifying. And it's the concussion brain kicking in, because I know there's an example just recently where a client told me of a conversation they had or something that happened. And we have a we have a whole conversation about how you realized six months ago, when I first met you, you never would have done it in that way. You never would have shown up in the way. But I can't remember what it was, but it did happen recently, but it's my short term memory that's the most messed up right now, but we'll get there.   Michael Hingson ** 54:55 Well, yeah, as I said, You just never know about seeds. And I've I've told. The story a couple times on the podcast, when I was doing student teaching in at University High School in Irvine, and I was in the teaching program, teacher credentialing program at UC Irvine, I taught high school freshman algebra is one of the two courses I taught. And there was a young man in this course. His name was Marty. He was from the eighth grade, but was very bright, and so he was accelerated for this class and a couple of things to go to a high school algebra class. And we were in class one day, and he asked a question, and it was a very easy question, and I didn't know the answer. Now, mind you, I didn't have a concussed brain. I just didn't know the answer. And immediately I thought, don't try to blow smoke with this kid. Tell him you don't know. So I said, Marty, I gotta tell you I should know the answer. I don't, but I'm gonna go find out, and I will tell you tomorrow. Okay? And he said, Yeah. So the next day, I came into class, and one of the things I love to do as a student, teacher, well as a teacher in general, if we back in those days, we use chalkboards, since I don't write, well, I would always have one of the students come up and be the official writer for the day. Everyone wanted to be the teacher's writer on the board on any given day. Well, I I came in, and I decided, because he hadn't done it for a while, that I'd have Marty come up and write when we started class. And I said, Marty, I got the answer. And he said, I do too. I said, Great, you're the Blackboard writer of the day. Come up and show us. Well, he had it right, and I had it right. So that was a good thing. But 10 years later, Oh, well. So the next thing that happened is, right after class, my master teacher, Jerry Redman, came up, and he said, you know, you absolutely did it the right way. Don't ever try to blow smoke with these kids. They'll see through it every time. Well, 10 years later, we were my wife and I at the Orange County Fair, and this guy comes up, and in this deep voice, he goes, Mr. Hingson, do you remember me? Well, if you didn't sound at all like Marty, and I said, well, not sure. Who are you? Said, I'm Marty. I was in your class 10 years ago, and I remember the algebra thing, you know, you never know where seeds are going to be planted. But that stuck with him all these years. And I didn't, I didn't think about it other than I was glad that Jerry Redman told me I did it the right way, but it was so wonderful to hear that he remembered it. So if I had any effect on him, so much the better.   Lisa Kohn ** 57:32 Absolutely. Yeah, absolutely.   Michael Hingson ** 57:35 So what did you learn from cancer? What did I learn from other than, chemo is a pain. Chemo   Lisa Kohn ** 57:41 is not fun. I learned. I learned to slow down even more, like that, that again, the the amount My brother used to call me the little engine that will, no matter what you know, and I've learned to, and maybe this does, doesn't sound positive to people, but to go slower, to be gentler, to do less, to lower, you know, the push that was still in me. I mean, push is good, but too much pushes, too much of anything, is not good. I learned to appreciate life even more, nothing like a cancer diagnosis to kind of make you do that li

Are you struggling to build a cohesive and high-performing team? Look no further! In this video, I share my 5 essential lessons for creating a winning team culture. Discover how to foster trust, respect, and collaboration, improve communication and teamwork, and unlock your team's full potential.CONNECT WITH PETER BOOLKAH:--------------------http://www.Boolkah.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Boolkahhttps://www.instagram.com/pboolkah/https://www.linkedin.com/in/boolkahhttps://twitter.com/boolkah--------------------ABOUT PETER BOOLKAH--------------------Peter Boolkah (AKA The Transition Guy) is the World's #1 Business Transition Coach whose main passion in life is to work with talented and high performing business owners who are in the process of creating exciting, high growth businesses. Peter helps you to navigate and transition through the crucial growth pains that all growing businesses experience making it as painless and exciting as possible.It is important to remember that businesses do not just grow and develop on their own, it is up to us and our teams to make this happen by making every day purposeful. As businesses grow some parts of the journey will be easier than others and most owners do not have all the answers. Starting a business is one of the most exciting things we get to do and we all have aspirations of achieving great things. In fact Peter is yet to meet someone who started a business with the intention of failing.Peter's ultimate life goal is to inspire and empower over 100,000 Entrepreneurs to create long term thriving businesses resulting in the creation of 1,000,000 jobs.So if you are scaling up your business, you're in a bu...

In this conversation, ⁠Chuks Ejechi⁠, a product leader, discusses the journey of a product from vision to execution. He explains the process of translating a business vision into a product vision and the importance of defining what, who, and why in the product vision. Chuks also highlights the challenges faced in executing ideas, such as resistance from stakeholders, shifting markets, resource limitations, and competition. He emphasizes the need to start small and iterate quickly, using minimum viable products to gather feedback and make improvements. The conversation explores the challenges of building a product from vision to execution, with a focus on the importance of identifying unique selling propositions and avoiding unnecessary features. The discussion also touches on the challenges of working with engineering teams, including the need for clear communication and coordination between front-end and back-end developers. The impact of geographical diversity on product development is also discussed, emphasizing the importance of understanding and appreciating different cultures and backgrounds. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the challenges faced by product teams and the importance of building a happy and cohesive team. Takeaways Translating a business vision into a product vision involves defining what, who, and why. Challenges in executing ideas include resistance from stakeholders, shifting markets, resource limitations, and competition. Starting small and iterating quickly with minimum viable products allows for gathering feedback and making improvements. A minimum viable product should have an element of usefulness and relate to the original vision. Identify and focus on the unique selling propositions of your product to avoid building unnecessary features. Clear communication and coordination between front-end and back-end developers is crucial for successful product development. Understanding and appreciating different cultures and backgrounds is important when working with geographically diverse teams. Building a happy and cohesive team is essential for effective product management and development. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 04:51 The Process of Translating Vision into Product 12:21 Challenges in Executing Ideas 17:02 Starting Small and Iterating Quickly 20:54 The Importance of a Meaningfully Small Product 24:10 Building a Product: From Vision to Execution 26:06 Identifying and Focusing on Unique Selling Propositions 29:12 Challenges of Working with Engineering Teams 32:36 The Impact of Geographical Diversity on Product Development 39:23 Building a Happy and Cohesive Team

In this episode of the Spencer Gellise Collective, hosts Heather and Adreanne dive deep into the significance of team building for salon success. They discuss why creating a cohesive team is crucial not just for a positive work environment but also for enhancing the salon's brand and customer experience. Through anecdotes and practical advice, they offer listeners a variety of strategies to strengthen team dynamics both within and outside the salon setting. From maintaining open communication channels like Slack to organizing team outings and celebrating personal milestones, the hosts share how these efforts contribute to a supportive and enthusiastic salon culture. They also explore innovative approaches like taking ‘field trips' to other salons to ensure continuous improvement and empathy from the customer's viewpoint. This episode serves as a comprehensive guide for salon owners who aim to foster a vibrant, united team that drives business success and employee satisfaction.   Connect with Spencer Gellise at Spencer Gellise Salon Instagram Heather's Instagram Adreanne Gellise-Budzinski Instagram   A Spencer Gellise Salon ADDRESS: 1719 3rd St, Bay City, MI 48708 EMAIL: info@spencergellisesalon.com CALL: 989-895-6255   www.SpencerGelliseSalon.com  

Looking to elevate STEAM learning in your classroom? Discover TinkRworks — the evidence-based STEAM learning system designed for K-8 educators. TinkRworks engages students in unprecedented ways through innovative, STEAM Project-based Learning. The easy-to-implement program focuses on the hands-on application of STEM concepts and deepens cross-curricular connections to computer science, language arts, engineering, math, science, and the arts. Developed by a team of educators and engineers, TinkRworks provides comprehensive resources that enhance lesson plans, support project implementation, and ensure alignment with educational standards. Join the growing community of TinkRworks educators. Visit TinkRworks.com/podcast for special pricing. In this episode, I sit down with Laurie Deithelm and Randi Economou. Laurie is the Senior VP of Product at Capstone and Randi is the CEO of Capstone. We discuss the latest updates that are coming to the PebbleGo platform. There are some great additions to immerse our K-2 students into the research world without them being bogged down by incorrect data or even going to the wrong site to get bogus information. But what happens when they enter the upper elementary grades and miss PebbleGo? Well, they're updating with PebbleGo Next, a research solution for 3rd-5th graders. This is a great episode with great guests. If you're ready to see where PebbleGo is heading Next, give it a listen. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Threads: https://www.threads.net/@edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites About Randi Economou Randi originally joined Capstone in 2010 as the Vice President of the West where she was instrumental in building our Go To Market strategy for seven years. In July 2022, Randi returned to Capstone as Chief Executive Officer. She is a seasoned executive with over 2 decades of leading and contributing to the vision and strategy within EdTech organizations within the US and internationally. Beginning her career as an educator and staying true to her passion for teaching and learning, Randi believes that education is key and has dedicated her career to advocating for life-long learning opportunities for all children. She has held a variety of leadership positions within TeachMaster Technologies, PLATO Learning, myON, and most recently, Renaissance. Randi has been successful in positioning organizations as market leaders through driving the business strategy, operations, and innovation, while focusing on growth and building and maintaining a positive culture. Randi holds an undergraduate degree in English and she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Master of Education from Grand Canyon University. About Laurie Diethelm Laurie Diethelm has 20+ years of experience creating educational products ranging from software-as-a-service (SaaS) learning and development platforms to content-rich, multimedia learning experiences. Prior to joining the Capstone team, she worked with brands including For Dummies, Everything DiSC, Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, The Leadership Challenge, PXT Select, CrossKnowledge, and RMC Learning Solutions. She is a firm believer that the team is the most critical ingredient in the product development process—people from different perspectives and skill sets working together in creative tension will craft something much greater than any individual can create alone. Laurie is a graduate from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities campus. Connect With Capstone and PebbleGo Capstone Website: https://www.capstonepub.com Capstone On Twitter: https://x.com/CapstonePub Capstone On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capstonepub/ Capstone On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapstonePub/ Capstone On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/capstone-publishers/mycompany/ PebbleGo Website: https://www.pebblego.com/ The Book Is Officially Out! My first book “Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons” is officially out! A HUGE shout out to Lumio for helping sponsor this book. I'm super excited about this project. It's filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones! Click Here To Purchase Your Copy On Amazon

In this episode of Exit With Ease, Diana and Janise focus on the critical steps business owners should take when anticipating an exit or sale. They emphasize the importance of assembling a dream team of expert advisors, including attorneys, bankers, CPAs, wealth advisors, and insurance professionals, to navigate the complexities of the process.  Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Janice illustrates the benefits of having the right people in place, fostering efficient decision-making, and safeguarding long-term relationships with existing advisors.   Diana and Janise offer valuable insights for business owners on preparing for a smooth and successful business transition.   00:00 Welcome to The Leader's Table 00:48 Introducing the Dream Team Concept 02:50 Key Advisors for Business Success 08:35 The Importance of a Cohesive Team 12:15 Navigating Advisor Transitions 23:55 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes

Lindsay Bjorklund interviews Mike Campion on the topic of the importance of building a strong company culture and core values in your cleaning business. Many owners overlook this aspect, not due to a lack of value, but because they don't know how to create it. Mike emphasizes that real culture goes beyond nice gestures or posted values; it involves living those values consistently. When employees align with these values, the workplace becomes more cohesive and motivated. They also address common misconceptions, highlighting that even in low-paying jobs, shared values enhance employee retention and satisfaction. By maintaining clear standards and living your values, your cleaning business can thrive. Love the idea, but find it overwhelming? Want to learn the next steps like, what to actually say on the call? Jump on a call with one of our coaches and learn strategies on how to grow your cleaning company and start loving your job every day! Book here

Scaling Up   Take away: Putting the right people systems and processes in place is critical for reducing the burden on the business owner, improving profitability, and allowing the business to run more smoothly and successfully. Implementing these structured people management practices is key to achieving sustainable growth.   Money Learnings: Corwin's early childhood was marked by financial abundance - his father was very successful in agricultural sales and lived a lavish lifestyle with private planes, a car collection, and more. However, when his father's company was sold and he lost his job, the family then went through periods of extreme "famine or feast" as his father's subsequent business ventures failed. Corwin's mother worked full-time in low-paying jobs, but her income was not enough to provide financial stability for the family. This upbringing of oscillating between wealth and scarcity instilled in Corwin the perspective that money is hard to come by and that financial situations can drastically change, despite his father's entrepreneurial efforts. It taught him that money has an inherent insecurity and unpredictability to it.   Bio: Corwin J. Smith is a Valuation Growth Coach, certified in Scaling Up/The Rockefeller Habits by Verne Harnish since 2016. He possesses expertise in diverse methodologies including Spiral Dynamics, 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, and Metronomics. Currently, Corwin specializes in aiding companies across sectors like medicine, professional services, cannabis, and manufacturing, with a focused effort in recent years on blue-collar industries and trades. His clients typically achieve substantial results, including a 40% reduction in management time, doubling of net profit, and a 500-800% increase in business valuation. Corwin's entrepreneurial journey began at the WP Carey Business School, where he founded a Fire & Water Damage restoration company, rapidly growing it to 45 employees in less than four years. Prior to this venture, he made significant strides in medical sales for a local diagnostic imaging firm, setting records in new patient and doctor acquisition. His tenure at Rocky Mountain Restoration was marked by high praise and media coverage in the Arizona Republic and Success Magazine, reflecting the impactful culture and work of the organization. On a personal front, Corwin is deeply invested in his family life, alongside his wife, dedicating themselves to raising their four sons to be productive and fulfilled members of society. An avid outdoorsman, Smith relishes mountain biking, hiking, and hunting in the wilderness of Arizona. He is also a devoted supporter of his children's sporting activities. Further extending his commitment to the community, Corwin offers his expertise through unpaid mentorship to upcoming business owners in the local Entrepreneur's Organization chapter.   Highlights from this episode: The importance of having a clear vision, mission, and values for your business that align with your life purpose and goals. Strategies for reducing the time required to manage the day-to-day operations of your business, such as implementing structured meeting rhythms and delegating tasks you don't enjoy. The value of proper hiring practices, including assessing candidates for cultural fit, skill set match, and motivational drivers using behavior assessments. Techniques for improving profitability, such as implementing a salary cap based on profit targets and addressing underperforming team members. The benefits of creating a comprehensive life plan that harmonizes your personal goals across relationships, health, spirituality, and business. The importance of decisiveness and taking action, rather than getting stuck in analysis paralysis when making tough business decisions. Wisdom for younger entrepreneurs on following their passion and unraveling the programming and fears instilled by parents/upbringing.   Links: Website: culturetocash.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/corwinjsmith Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corwinjsmith/   Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom!   Thanks for listening!   Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/   Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes   If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul   https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com   Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast   Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

Roger is a certified Mental Skills Coach and an accomplished Powerlifter working with college and high school teams and athletes. He has a passion to coach anyone who wants to achieve greatness. "Most people don't wake up each day and try to accomplish something greater than themselves," Roger says. "I want to inspire teams and athletes to "go for it," dream BIG, get after it, and not have any regrets," he adds. ​ Roger trains athletes and teams to: ​ Perform Under Pressure Overcome Adversity Adapt in Stressful Situations Increase Self Confidence Improve Focus BA Speech Communications. Minor: Public Relations. Kutztown University of Pennsylvania MA Christian Management and Leadership. Trinity Theological Seminary Mental Performance - Brian Cain Peak Performance Adaptability Certified Coach - AQai Inc. Mental Performance - Mental Performance Golf Academy (MPGA). Dr. Mat Park Human Behavior - DiSC. Wiley and Sons Team Cohesion - Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team. Wiley and Sons Emotional Intelligence - Lynn Leadership Group Education:Certifications: For more information on Roger visit https://www.powermentalperformance.com Follow on Instagram @Roger_kitchen_jr Host/Interviewer: M. Troy Bye, Owner, Our Town Podcast Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://ourtownpodcast.net ⁠⁠⁠  Spotify Channel: ⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/3QtpT8z⁠⁠ Audio available on all platforms - just search for "Our Town Podcast" Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/41rlgTt ⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/ourtownpodcast ⁠⁠ Instagram: h⁠⁠ttps://www.instagram.com/ourtownpodcast/⁠ Episode Timeline: 00:00 Start 02:07 Coach Parker 07:24 Intro to Mental Performance 12:20 Cyber School 15:20 Mental Prep 19:10 Word-of-Mouth 21:00 Sports Movies 24:58 Testimonials 32:48 Adam Brazil | Breathing 36:45 Powerlifters 39:50 Training Consultants 43:09 Class Offerings 47:00 Demand for Training 51:15 Uncontrollables 55:13 Assessing Recruits 01:01:09 Transfer Portal 01:05:40 Documentary Uptick 01:09:44 Roger's Power Lifting 01:19:45 Final Thoughts --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m-troy-bye/support

`Cultivating a successful chef mindset isn't just about what happens in the kitchen. It's about embracing a mindset of growth, resilience, and positivity that will elevate every aspect of your culinary journey. - Adam M LambIf you're curious about how your current mindset compares with my list, take the Successful Chef Mindset Challenge and download your free scorecard here.Do you want to enhance your adaptability and leadership skills in the kitchen? Looking to level up your culinary career? Join me as we explore the solution to achieving enhanced adaptability and leadership skills in the kitchen. Together, we'll delve into practical strategies and actionable takeaways to thrive in the culinary world. Let's embark on this transformative journey and unlock the mindset of a true culinary champion.In this episode, you'll learn:Mastering Adaptability: Stay ahead of the game by learning how to adapt to any situation in the kitchen.Leadership Development: Discover the secrets to becoming a respected and influential leader in the culinary world.Lifelong Learning: Uncover the power of continuous learning and how it can transform your culinary career.Resilience Building: Learn how to bounce back from challenges and thrive in the dynamic culinary industry.Effective Team Communication: Elevate your kitchen team's performance through clear and impactful communication strategies.The key moments in this episode are:00:00:05 - The Importance of Adaptability 00:02:22 - Chef's Personal Experience 00:06:56 - Adaptability and Resilience 00:08:37 - Building a Cohesive Team 00:11:48 - Developing a Growth Mindset 00:13:10 - Embracing Adaptability 00:13:54 - Cultivating Strong Communication Skills 00:14:24 - Direct and Simple Articulation 00:15:14 - Reflecting on Adaptability 00:16:51 - Building Leadership Skills If you're curious about how your current mindset compares with my list, take the Successful Chef Mindset Challenge and download your free scorecard here.Learn more at Chef Life Radio.

Follow me @samirkaji for my thoughts on the venture market, with a focus on the continued evolution of the VC landscape.We are excited to bring on Brendan Wales and Kellan Carter, Co-Founders and GPs of FUSE. Founded in 2020 with a thesis centered around the growth of the Pacific Northwest ecosystem, a geography both of our guests know well. With its just-announced close of a $250MM Fund 2, FUSE has a total AUM of just over $420MM. During our conversation, we covered the strategic nature of LP composition and how venture funds should think about their servicing model to founders. It was a great conversation and I hope you enjoy it. About Brendan Wales:Brendan Wales is a Founding Partner at FUSE. Prior to FUSE, Brendan served as a Partner at e.ventures (now Headline) for nine years, where he collaborated with founders of high-impact startups like Shipt (acquired by Target), Fetch Rewards, and Shopmonkey. His earlier career also includes being an early employee at zozi, showcasing his hands-on experience in startup growth.Brendan studied finance at the University of Georgia.About Kellan Carter:Kellan Carter is a Founding Partner at FUSE. Previously, as a Partner at IGNITION PARTNERS, he focused on enterprise software investments, contributing significantly to the firm's strategy and growth. His earlier career includes roles in technology sector mergers and acquisitions at Mooreland Partners and structured finance at KPMG Advisory.Kellan holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Finance focus from The University of Montana.In this episode, we discuss:(01:22) Start of Fuse and Pacific Northwest Ecosystem(03:00) Raising Fund During COVID and LP Composition(06:34) Activating LPs for Strategic Advantage(09:40) Learning from Raising Funds in Challenging Times(17:00) Building a Cohesive Team and Operating Partners(24:33) Defining the Product Offered to Founders(26:10) Importance of Sourcing and Winning in Venture Capital(31:42) Seattle's Unique Position in Technology and Startups(38:25) Personal Advice for Venture Capital CareersI'd love to know what you took away from this conversation with Brendan and Kellan. Follow me @SamirKaji and give me your insights and questions with the hashtag #ventureunlocked. If you'd like to be considered as a guest or have someone you'd like to hear from (GP or LP), drop me a direct message on Twitter.Podcast Production support provided by Agent Bee  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ventureunlocked.substack.com

Welcome back to another episode of The Remarkable Coach Podcast. In this episode, Darren Kanthal shares insights from his silent meditation retreat in Baja and how it impacted his coaching approach. We delve into the power of embracing constraints, the importance of personal fulfillment, and the impact of reconnecting with activities that bring joy. We also explore the role of meditation as a problem-solving tool and touch upon key leadership books and tips. We discuss Darren Kanthal's experiences with silent meditation, the concept of guardrails in coaching, and the impact of personal interests on well-being. We also touch on the different approaches to meditation, incorporating constraints for creativity, and the importance of embracing enjoyable activities. Additionally, we delve into leadership books and tips, emphasizing the significance of setting clear expectations and communication. A bit about Dan:Darren is an avid mountain biker and snowboarder, lover of live music and great food, and proud papa of a 15-year old cattle dog mix named Marvin. In his spare time, he works with industry leaders to gain more confidence, find their voice, and thrive in their career and life. Where to find Dan: Website: https://www.candidcareercoaching.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenkanthal/ Books Mentioned:"A Beautiful Constraint" by Adam Morgan and Mark Barden "Positive Intelligence" by Shirzad Chamine "Atomic Habits" by James Clear "The 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team" by Patrick Lencioni "The Leadership Challenge" by James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner

In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Corwin J. Smith, a renowned Valuation Growth Coach and Business Growth Expert, known for his work in various sectors. As a certified Scaling Up/The Rockefeller Habits expert, Corwin brings a wealth of knowledge in methodologies like Spiral Dynamics, 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, and Metronomics. Our conversation dives into the crucial drivers of business value and explores how owners can significantly enhance their company's worth without compromising their family life. Corwin shares his unique insights drawn from his remarkable journey, beginning at the WP Carey Business School and leading to the successful growth of his Fire & Water Damage restoration company. We'll also reflect on his impactful tenure at Rocky Mountain Restoration, celebrated in the Arizona Republic and Success Magazine. Delving into today's pressing issues, Corwin addresses the increasing challenges in finding quality employees, offering practical solutions and identifying common hiring mistakes business owners make. We also tackle the timely questions many entrepreneurs face: When is the right time to prepare for a sale? Is there an optimal moment to sell your business? What does life look like post-sale? Furthermore, Corwin opens up about his personal life, discussing his passion for outdoor activities and his commitment to family and community, including his role as a mentor in the local Entrepreneur's Organization chapter. Join us for this insightful discussion with Corwin J. Smith, where we unravel the complexities of business growth, family balance, and the evolving landscape of hiring, providing you with actionable strategies to elevate your business and personal life. To connect with Corwin, visit his website: https://culturetocash.com/ Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show. Do your due diligence. Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd We couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd Venmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4 Buy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx Thank you to our sponsor, CityVest: https://bit.ly/37AOgkp Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p Follow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357 Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphd Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drchrisloomddphd Follow the podcast on Spotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo⁠ Subscribe to our Substack newsletter: https://substack.com/@drchrisloomdphd1 Subscribe to our Medium newsletter: https://medium.com/@drchrisloomdphd Subscribe to our email newsletter: ⁠https://financial-freedom-for-physicians.ck.page/b4622e816d⁠ Subscribe to our LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6992935013231071233 Join our Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87512799 Join our Spotify Community: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/subscribe⁠ Thank you to our advertisers on Spotify. Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2024

This is my framework for leading a team of instructors so everyone teaches the same principles - but maintains their individual style.Resources mentioned in the episode: Follow Raph on Instagram Learn more here. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyAdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Welcome to another Consulting & Coaching Insights Series episode on the Success InSight Podcast! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Tim Hast, a trainer and executive coach who co-founded Encore Life Skills. Tim and his team offer various organizational training, development, and coaching services, focusing on leadership, communication, conflict management, and team building.Throughout our conversation, Tim shares his passion for helping others succeed and discusses his work with a behavior healthcare company. We explore how they utilize online modalities like Zoom, as well as the reuse and repurposing of recorded content from these conversations. DISCUSSION TOPICS How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected communication and civility in workplaces? What are some strategies for engaging employees and reducing turnover? How can emotional intelligence and awareness improve communication outcomes? How have virtual meetings and webinars changed our engagement with audiences? What are some practical methods for keeping participants engaged during virtual seminars or webinars? How can organizational leaders be developed and prepared for future leadership positions? What are the advantages of shorter, more focused training sessions compared to longer ones? How can understanding different communication styles and preferences enhance our interactions with others? What are the benefits of repurposing recorded content, like podcasting, for learning and development opportunities? How has technology, such as Zoom and online modalities, transformed how we approach coaching and consulting?LEARN MORE Join us as we dive into virtual coaching and professional development and discover the impact these practices can have on individuals and organizations alike. Be sure to visit Tim's website, Encore Life Skills,  to learn more about him, his wife Ruthie, and their incredible team.Tim also invites you to connect with him on LinkedIn.NEXT STEPSIf you enjoy podcasts dedicated to personal and professional development, find us online at www.SuccessInSightPodcast.com. We welcome likes and comments, and if you know someone who is also a professional development enthusiast, go ahead and share our site with them, too.KEYWORDSTim Has, Encore Life Skill, Leadership, Listening, Communication, Conflict management, Meditation, Team building, EverthingDisc, The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, Success InSight Podcast, Howard Fox#SuccessInSightPodcast #LeadershipDevelopment #VirtualTraining #CommunicationSkills #Engagement #Coaching #EmotionalIntelligence #Civility #TimHast #EncoreLifeSkillsPodcast produced using DescriptPodcast hosted by BuzzsproutShow Notes powered by CastmagicWebsite powered by PodpageNote: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

In this week's Quick Fire Friday (QFF) episode, Michael Denehey interviews Matt Galt of EOS Australia, based in Torquay, Victoria. They delve into the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), a toolkit and set of practical disciplines that help businesses achieve their goals. Matt's personal journey with EOS started when he was a CEO facing rapid growth and burnout. His mission was to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses while avoiding the pitfalls he experienced. EOS centers around three core components: Vision, Traction, and Health. Vision ensures the entire leadership team shares a common goal, Traction instills discipline and accountability in the team, and Health focuses on fostering a functional and cohesive team culture. Through EOS, businesses focus on measurable indicators and leading indicators that predict future results. Data becomes crucial for informed decision-making and steering the business toward its goals. The outcomes of working with EOS include not just financial success, but also personal fulfillment. Business owners can regain their passion for their business, see growth, and achieve better work-life balance. However, for this transformation to happen, a willingness to change is crucial. Matt recommends reading "Traction" and "Rocket Fuel" by Gino Wickman, with the order depending on the size of the business. These books provide a foundational understanding of EOS principles, helping entrepreneurs kick-start their journey toward business improvement and personal satisfaction. Ready to dive deeper into this topic? Tune in to this week's podcast episode, where we tackle the importance of business structures and the implications for tax. Link to listen now! Don't miss out on this game-changing insight.

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Executive and Leadership expert Akua is wrapping up her mini-series on expectation setting and goal setting in the workplace. In this episode, you'll also learn about the different resources that Akua has on the subject of expectation setting, including valuable blog posts and podcast episodes where you can just dip your toe or dive head first into the deep well of insights on expectation setting. As a leader or manager, it is important to set realistic and achievable goals and to provide the resources and support that others need to meet them. Perhaps most importantly, leaders must remember to provide feedback and to continuously communicate their expectations so all team members can be on the same page.Highlights in this episode: Remember, there is nothing more demotivating for team members than being given an unrealistic KPI or expectation. We don't have to like everything we do. Don't give in to toxic positivity. Be real about your feelings.When setting expectations for yourself, realize things are not always going to be perfect, and sometimes you'll need to ask for help. You and your team need to take breaks and vacations so they rejuvenate and come back motivated and excited to hit their goals.Creating time and space to provide timely feedback, and to reflect and give yourself feedback, is critical. If you've enjoyed the Open Door Conversations podcast, please leave a review.Links Mentioned In This EpisodeEp 71:  Learn Akua's 3-step frameworkEp 93: The Final Step to Leadership Success: Setting Expectations Ep. 94: A Leader's Guide To Setting ExpectationsEp 95: 3 Overlooked Secrets for Setting Effective ExpectationsBlog Post: We Are Never 100% Happy or Excited to Do Our JobsBlog Post: The Top Six Limiting Beliefs That Sabotage Successful DelegationBlog Post: 4 Reasons You Won't (and Can't) Take a VacationBlog Post: Let's Give Better Feedback Connect with Akua Nyame-Mensah:Instagram: @akua_nmWebsite: www.akuanm.comLinkedIn: @akua Nyame-MensahTwitter: @akua_nmGet the secrets to break burnout and overcome overwhelm weekly: www.akuanm.com/newsletterWork with Akua one-on-one: www.akuanm.com/workHire Akua to speak at your organization: www.akuanm.com/speaking

Sarah Wallace and I discuss ways to build a cohesive team through use of the Enneagram test. We also analyze different ways to approach hiring new team members. 

Courageous leadership is a choice. Deseri Garcia is a coach and faculty member here at The Change Architects. Because she's been in the trenches as a leader, she knows what it takes to have hard conversations, lead with clarity and vision, and adapt to those around you while maintaining authenticity. Deseri's experience is now in teambuildng and coaching. Specifically she creates teambuilding experiences that build connection, problem solving skills, and shared results. Listen in to this episode to hear about Deseri's coaching success, approach, and how she gets as much as she gives as a coach, trainer, and facilitator. Also, you'll hear how we met and why everyone should have a happy dance! See the full blog post at: https://stefaniekrievins.com/courageous-leadership-with-deseri-garcia/ About Deseri Garcia Deseri Garcia works with top-level executives, directors, managers, and business owners to provide transformational coaching, team building support, and leadership development. Her goal is to genuinely connect with people and identify with them in an effort to improve both team and personal effectiveness. Deseri is an accredited facilitator of 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, certified in ACCT (Association for Challenge Course Technology) certified and holds a certificate from the Coaching Clinic–Corporate Coach U and Predictive Index.  She has a bachelor's degree in small business and entrepreneurship. Deseri began coaching and leadership development work in 2004. Prior to that, she spent nearly 20 years in Corporate America, where she gained invaluable insight into the value of building relationships in the business world. She worked in International Business Development for Langham Transport Services for over 13 years and in operations and sales for Roadway Express for over 5 years. Her Pro Troublemaker skill is straight talk: “I won't step over much. I make direct requests. I give straight advice and I expect your best.” Deseri is a multi-sport adventure racer/endurance athlete and has completed seven marathons, including the Boston Marathon in 2000 and 2002.

Joining us today is Dr. Reese Ochoa, the head doctor at Sandstone Health and a chiropractor, discusses his path in healthcare, his leadership responsibilities, and the fundamental elements for fostering passion and purpose within the healthcare field. Dr. Reese highlights the significance of discovering intrinsic motivation and purpose, effective leadership strategies, individual development, and establishing harmonious teams in the healthcare setting. Additionally, he shares her method for assembling a team in her practice, placing emphasis on personal qualities and potential rather than solely focusing on experience.Episode Timeline:[00:00:03] - Healthcare Transformation[00:02:28] - Dr. Reese's Inspiration [00:07:01] - Leadership and Sacrifice at Sandstone Health[00:09:36] - Work hard and play harder [00:11:34] - Making every moment count [00:15:14] - Challenges in leadership and culture [00:16:09] - Building a Cohesive Team [00:21:36] - Hiring Based on Personal Character [00:23:45] - Breathing and Personal Growth [00:28:03] - Balancing Professional and Personal Life [00:28:35] - Leadership in Healthcare [00:30:08] - Personal GrowthLinks and Mentions:Website: Sandstone HealthListen

Joining us today is Dr. Reese Ochoa, the head doctor at Sandstone Health and a chiropractor, discusses his path in healthcare, his leadership responsibilities, and the fundamental elements for fostering passion and purpose within the healthcare field. Dr. Reese highlights the significance of discovering intrinsic motivation and purpose, effective leadership strategies, individual development, and establishing harmonious teams in the healthcare setting. Additionally, he shares her method for assembling a team in her practice, placing emphasis on personal qualities and potential rather than solely focusing on experience. Episode Timeline: [00:00:03] - Healthcare Transformation [00:02:28] - Dr. Reese's Inspiration  [00:07:01] - Leadership and Sacrifice at Sandstone Health [00:09:36] - Work hard and play harder  [00:11:34] - Making every moment count  [00:15:14] - Challenges in leadership and culture  [00:16:09] - Building a Cohesive Team  [00:21:36] - Hiring Based on Personal Character  [00:23:45] - Breathing and Personal Growth  [00:28:03] - Balancing Professional and Personal Life  [00:28:35] - Leadership in Healthcare  [00:30:08] - Personal Growth Links and Mentions: Website: Sandstone Health Listen

Join our host James Mackey and his guest, Janine Yancey, Founder & CEO at Emtrain as they delve into the key lessons learned on how to attract the right people and help them to become valuable contributors to the organization. They discuss best practices for creating a supportive and growth-oriented work environment, dive into the professional journey of employees and what is the right balance between public praise and private feedback.Ultimately, they explore the concept of "clarity is kindness" and emphasize the importance of clarity and anchoring employee development to the needs of the business and the team.   2:05 Key lessons learned on how to attract the right people and help them become valuable contributors to the organization   8:13 The social fabric and team dynamics16:55 What is the right balance between public praise and private feedback18:53 The concept of "clarity is kindness" and why is important25:22 Scaling your business Our host James Mackey, SecureVision CEO Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!

Rosyln Ranse explains how you can incorporate travel within your company to build strong teams.  

What if we had more effective and impactful leaders? Today's guest nerds out about all things leadership, and we have a wonderful discussion about leadership, when to get leadership training, what makes good leaders, and how some folks are put on this earth to show us what NOT to do! It's my pleasure to share my conversation with Cheryl Bonini Ellis on today's episode of The Meaningful Revolution! ----- Cheryl Bonini Ellis is the author of Becoming Deliberate: Changing the Game of Leadership from the Inside Out. As a former senior executive turned entrepreneur, she has helped countless leaders achieve breakthrough success. She is a Certified High-Performance Leadership Coach, specializing in helping growth-minded business owners and executives build fully engaged, cohesive, high performing teams. Cheryl is a senior faculty member at the Leadership Development Institute at Eckerd College, a network associate of The Center for Creative Leadership. She is also a Founding Member of John Maxwell's Team of Coaches, Trainers and Speakers, and a Certified Facilitator for 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, Everything DiSC, and Productive Conflict. She is an amateur photographer and avid traveler who currently resides in St Petersburg, FL. Follow up with Cheryl below: www.cherylboniniellis.com https://linktr.ee/cabonini Want to start YOUR Personal Meaningful Revolution? Imagine waking up and feeling EXCITED for the day, because you knew that today was going to be filled with things you found fulfilling. How do you know? You took the Meaningful Revolution Challenge to get clear on your purposeful impact and fulfilling transformation, build your plan, and got into action leaning into what you found fulfilling. Join us for our next FREE three day Meaningful Revolution Challenge, by clicking the link below: https://www.shawnbuttner.com/personal-meaningful-revolution-series Want a more accelerated, advanced, and personalized experience? Save your spot by clicking on the best option for you below: Apply for a FREE 60-minute coaching session, to be shared on YouTube, here: https://www.shawnbuttner.com/free_coaching_session_on_youtube Apply for a private 1-hour high performance strategy session here ($200 offer): https://www.shawnbuttner.com/your-strategy-session

I am fascinated with the number of people who seem to work from a reaction versus a proactive perspective when it comes to business.  I also see how some leaders are feeling stuck with all the shifts over the past 2 plus years. My personal style is to move fast, move forward, and approach my business from that proactive vantage point.  My challenge is sometimes I move too fast!  Don't get me wrong, I understand slowing down to be in the present and reacting to the situation as it unfolds is important too. So how do we find the balance of moving forward with what is the reality of business today versus reacting to the situations as they unfold? Can we become better leaders by making this slight shift in perspective and approach?  It's all a balancing act, isn't it?   Connie's motivational quote for today is by – Amit Ray, “Your mind is a flexible mirror, adjust it, to see a better world.”   YouTube: https://youtu.be/QTjuvlLRlrU   About Cheryl Bonini Ellis:   Cheryl is the author of Becoming Deliberate:  Changing the Game of Leadership from the Inside Out.  As a former senior executive turned entrepreneur, she has helped countless leaders achieve breakthrough success.  She is a Certified High-Performance Leadership Coach, specializing in helping growth-minded business owners and executives build fully engaged, cohesive, high-performing teams.  Cheryl is a Founding Member of John Maxwell's Team of Coaches, Trainers and Speakers, a Certified Facilitator for 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Teamä, Everything DiSCä, Productive Conflictä, and PXT Selectä.  She is a senior faculty member at the Leadership Development Institute at Eckerd College and a network associate of The Center for Creative Leadership. . How to Get in Touch With Cheryl Bonini Ellis:   Email:  cheryl@ellisbusinessenterprises.com Website:  www.cherylboniniellis.com Fee Webinar - 6 Secrets of the World's Most Successful People: https://bit.ly/6Secrets2022  Free Book:  Becoming Deliberate:  Changing the Game of Leadership from the Inside Out is available (only pay S&H) on the first page of my website: www.cherylboniniellis.com   Stalk me online! LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/conniewhitman Download Free Communication Style Assessment: https://www.changingthesalesgame.com/communication-style-assessment  All-Star Community:  https://changingthesalesgame.mykajabi.com/All-Star-Community Enlightenment of Change Facebook group: tinyurl.com/EOCFacebookGroup   Subscribe and listen to the Enlightenment of Change podcast on your favorite podcast streaming service or on YouTube.  New episodes post every week - listen to Connie dive into new sales and business topics or problems you may have in your business. 

In this episode, Brandon will break down the role of utilizing a personality test to build a cohesive team. He will highlight 3 common personality tests that many organizations utilize, and share real feedback from each test and the impact it would have on Brandon if he were to hire or manage himself as a team player based on the results of each test. http://www.wellnessworksmp.com

This type of teamwork doesn't happen overnight.  It starts with a few people who set the standard and ground rules for team cooperation.   Try these techniques to build an extraordinarily cohesive team.

HR professionals are often tasked with managing other people. But what about managing yourself? As an HR professional, it's important to develop strong time management skills and set healthy boundaries. It can also be helpful to give yourself regular affirmations and find a mentor or role model who can offer advice and guidance. Listen in as Valerie Grubb and host Shari Simpson talk about how HR professionals can do a better job of taking care of themselves. Guest: Valerie Grubb, Keynote Speaker, Corporate Trainer, Executive Coach Valerie Grubb is an innovative, visionary operations leader with an exceptional ability to zero in on the systems, processes and human capital issues that can hamper a company's success — and a strong history of solving those problems with maximum buy-in and minimal disruption. With extensive corporate experience, including founding the Oxygen channel and InterActiveCorp (parent company to Expedia, Home Shopping Network and TicketMaster), and senior leadership roles in NBC Universal and Rolls-Royce, she can translate complex skills such as leadership, inspiring accountability and motivating others into actionable steps that resonate with new managers to senior executives. Valerie is certified as a Marshall Goldsmith Executive Coach, and she is an Everything Disc® and Patrick Lencioni 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team authorized partner and facilitator. Valerie obtained her mechanical engineering degree from Kettering University and her MBA from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business. Val's book, Clash of the Generations: Managing the New Workplace Reality (Wiley), helps leaders manage multiple generations in the office. She is particularly adept at helping people acquire the needed skills in areas such as developing existing employees, recruiting new talent, and forming cohesive teams — all critical for long-term organizational growth.

Five Behaviors of A Cohesive Team Welcome to episode 144 of the Grow Your Law Firm podcast, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode Ken sits down talks about building a great team. Ken Hardison, is known as the “Millionaire Maker” for a reason. He has helped lawyers across the country triple or quadruple their law practices and income by bringing them the insights, knowledge, and critical strategies of Legal Marketing and Management that can only be learned in the trenches of real law firm success. With over 30 years of legal experience, Ken has personally grown and sold two seven-figure law firms and has shared his knowledge and experience with attorneys, helping them experience exponential growth, increased profits, and ethical market preeminence.   What you'll learn about in this episode: How trust works within a team Why you need conflict and not a group of “yes” people This importance of clarity and being committed to a decision What accountability looks like Creating incentives for teams instead of individuals   Resources:   Book: The Five Dysfunctions of A Team by Patrick Lencioni   Additional Resources: PILMMA's Super Summit https://learn.pilmma.org/pilmma-super-summit-2021 The Mastermind Effect: https://www.pilmma.org/the-mastermind-effect/ PILMMA's Free Resources: https://www.pilmma.org/free-resources/ PILMMA Join Page: https://learn.pilmma.org/join-pilmma  

A team leader is tired of kerfuffles. In conversation with her coach, she learns to use a simple chart that generates almost miraculous results.The chart is available to you here. Please, help yourself.Other tools for leading your team that Tom mentioned in this episode include The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni. You can download a sample of the team development tool based on the book that Tom mentioned. The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team assessment is available to you here.If you're looking to pick Tom's brain a little more, all his interviews are available to you in Conversations.His conversation on Keys to the Shop is available here. His conversation on Next Gen Leadership is available here. This month's episode is tagged in the Podcast Library under LeadershipLeading TeamsManagement Skills Related episodes you might listen to are: 91   Facilitating Open Dialogue149 How Teams Fight181 Inviting Dialogue175 Leading Offsites148 Taming Meetings195 The Intentional Leader As ever, we cannot give enough thanks to those of you who post reviews. Thank you for your support and kind words.Got a question about your career and how coaching might help? Get in touch with us here. Until next month, stay healthy and be well.Tom and The Look & Sound of Leadership team. 

Brian Townsend is a recognized leadership professional with extensive experience in a variety of settings. Most recently, he was a Special Agent with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). For 28 years, Brian has served in law enforcement roles at both the local and federal levels. First, he served as a police officer in Joplin, Missouri. After five years in Joplin, he earned a position with the DEA where he spent 23 years and held a variety of roles with increasing responsibility. Brian is experienced in developing and delivering training and has collaborated with other people, schools, and organizations to implement leadership and other training programs to foster growth and communication tools that improve successful education programs. Utilizing his background and experience as a law enforcement officer and educator, Brian founded Eagle 6 Training to deliver speaking, training, and consulting services around the world. In episode 286 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Brian chose Missouri Southern State University, what was special about the men of Sigma Pi that made him want to join, what makes Brian give back as Chapter Director for the Alpha-Rho Chapter of Sigma Pi at Missouri State, how he infiltrated a transnational organized crime network, what we can learn from his training program called Leading from the Front Line, why public speaking is an important skill for college students to have, why media training is important, how we can improve morale in our fraternity or sorority, and how we create a more cohesive team in our fraternity or sorority. Enjoy! Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUaZ6fJJQvw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUaZ6fJJQvw

Building a working team is easy. All you need is a budget, and you can go after anybody you want. However, there is a massive difference between a team and a cohesive team. First, you can assemble the best people to work on a project together, but that alone does not guarantee they'll function as a unit.A cohesive team is one that has the ability to effectively work as one towards a common goal. It also means that individualism is almost non-existent and is instead replaced by trust, commitment, accountability, and results.Unfortunately, cohesiveness does not come naturally to most people. This is why in today's episode, Lewis explains the meaning of team cohesiveness, the key attributes of a strong, cohesive team, and the steps you can take to improve cohesiveness among teams.[00:55] Introduction[01:50] The Scientific Models That Define Cohesion[03:05] Factors That Influence Cohesion in Teams[04:58] The Difference Between Cohesion and Teamwork[07:00] Cohesive Versus Dysfunctional Teams[09:16] How To Build Cohesive Teams[11:13] The Most Important Step to Building Team Cohesion[15:41] Cultural Behaviors That Strengthen Cohesive Teams[18:12] Accountability: The Backbone of a Cohesive Team[20:10] The Benefits of Having Leaders Who Uphold Team Values[23:58] Parting Thoughts This episode is brought to you by Athletic GreensGet your FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. To claim, visit athleticgreens.com/rygThis episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi.Available on iOS & Android Connect with Lewis at:TikTok: @lewis_hatchettInstagram: @lewishatchettFor more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcastContact the show at podcast@lewishatchett.comGet your MindStrong Journal here

You can develop leadership skills in any situation. Model great leadership regardless of your role and you'll find yourself developing other leaders as a result. ----------------------------------------------- Welcome to Ever Better Today: the daily podcast for creating your optimal business, career, or overall life in ten minutes or less. I'm Lisa Conners Vogt, Executive and Leadership Coach and founder of Ever Better Coaching and Consulting. Let's jump in! ----------------------------------------------- Tips on how to develop great leaders… Coach them up! Tailor your mentorship approach to fit each person you're working with. Use assessments. The DISC assessment and Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team are two types of assessments that help individuals understand themselves and those around them. As they become more emotionally intelligent, their effectiveness as leaders will increase. Involve your team in leadership discussions. Involve everyone on the team in discussions to ensure that each person contributes and practices articulating their thoughts.   Resources for developing your leadership skills and those of your team members. “Five Levels of Leadership” by John Maxwell Josh Christy, CEO, and Founder of Codelation, used this book to help elevate his leadership team.   “Co-Active Leadership” by Karen and Henry Kimsey-House This book teaches that anyone who has a team reporting to them is in a position to exercise leadership. It doesn't matter what your position in the company is—you're responsible for your behavior. If you're an individual contributor, you can take initiative and develop your leadership skills. ----------------------------------------------- To learn more about working with Ever Better, send me an email here or book a complimentary call with me here.

Building cohesion can be difficult, but it's even more arduous under distressing circumstances like that of urban warfare. Our guest today writes in a forthcoming book about the benefits of primary group cohesion on performance and how it can be applied throughout the non-military world. Col. John Spencer is the Chair of Urban Warfare Studies with the Madison Policy Forum. Spencer has served over 25 years in the Army and has held ranks from Private to Sergeant First Class and Second Lieutenant to Major. He's also the author of the upcoming book Connected Soldiers: Life, Leadership, and Social Connections in Modern War. He joinedthe podcast to talk about his book and creating and managing a cohesive team. *** Join GovExec Daily on Clubhouse! https://www.clubhouse.com/club/govexec-daily-group

Nicole Wipp is an expert in helping business leaders get even better results through personal and performance development. Nicole is passionate about helping individuals and teams break the cycles of pervasive energy problems that keep people, teams, and their businesses stuck, so that they can scale their time and freedom.As an experienced entrepreneur and small business consultant, she is the founder of The Results Catalyst, a consulting and training firm that provides a range of leadership, team creation, team building, and retention services to companies large and small. She also leads highly successful boutique elder law firms in Michigan and Hawaii.Nicole has trained hundreds of people in both corporate and entrepreneurial settings on how to build powerful teams and has been a speaker for companies and groups such as the Great Lakes Women's Business Conference, Lawyers With Purpose, Wealth Counsel Symposium, Rare Lung Disease Consortium, and Cross Border Business Symposium. She is also a frequent guest on top podcasts and has been a featured expert in well-known business books like Clockwork by Michael Michalowicz, Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy, and Women with Money by Jean Chatzky.She is a highly experienced Kolbe trainer as well as a certified solutions provider and authorized partner for the entire suite of Everything DiSC products as well as Five Behaviors of A Cohesive Team.Nicole splits her time between Michigan and Hawaii with her husband Marcus, son Marek, dog Heath and her two horses, Chaka and Nani.Learn more about Nicole here.Find out more about the Path to Podcast Success here!

On Today's Podcast This week I sit down with Anna Weselak. Anna Weselak is a seminar trainer, consultant, and owner of Weselak & Associates in Lombard, IL. She is a member of The Association for Talent Development, the Association for Supervision and Curriculum and Development, the Oak Brook Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Lombard Chamber of Commerce. She is a past president of the Illinois and National PTA. Anna is currently the Past President of the Zonta Club of Oak Brook and serves as the District 6 Governor of Zonta International. Weselak is the Northern Illinois University 2009 College of Education Outstanding Alumni and was recognized as a 2014 Woman of Distinction in DuPage County by the Suburban Life Newspaper. She is married to her husband Kevin and has three married children and seven grandchildren. Anna holds a variety of certifications, including Group Coaching, Everything DiSC, The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, 12 Driving Forces, and Emotional Intelligence.   How to Connect with Anna www.weselak.com www.facebook.com/search/top?q=weselak%20%26%20associates www.linkedin.com/in/aweselak   Get Anna's Gift Below

Iris Culp is the Principal at IC Growth, a marketing consulting and business growth firm. She has more than a decade of marketing experience and has helped clients double their top line revenue in less than 24 months. Prior to the current focus of marketing strategies for solopreneurs & micro-business owners, she worked professionally as a writer, as well as 20+ years in HR and organizational development. Iris worked in HR leadership roles at American Airlines, Sabre where she led several nationwide initiatives. She earned a master's degree in adult education and holds multiple HR certifications. Additionally is an authorized partner for Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team ®, and a certified Everything DiSC ® facilitator for leadership and sales. Currently her firm, IC Growth, is focused on helping small business owners leverage the power of LinkedIn to organically grow for a consistent and full sales pipeline. She has developed a signature program in that space titled, “LinkedIn for Business: 6 Weeks from Questions to Confidence”. She describes herself as a “creative analytic” who loves research and data and blends that with a creative twist. She finds it particularly fun to support entrepreneurs who happen to be “fellow introverts” “find an authentic way to tell their own story” and find their ideal audience. In her spare time, she loves to dig in her flower garden, create landscapes, ride motorcycles, and read. Click here to connect with Iris on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet Brett CooperBrett Cooper and his partner, Evans Kerrigan, help professionals like you build work relationships that really work. Over the last twenty years, they've influenced thousands of people in government, non-profits, and corporate America to work together in more productive, more effective, and more human ways. Through Integris Performance Advisors—the firm they co-founded—Brett and Evans have helped clients increase employee engagement, improve efficiency, and generate hundreds of millions in financial benefit. Brett and Evans are widely recognized thought leaders and popular speakers on team dynamics, leadership, and operational excellence. Their keynotes always leave audiences inspired and ready to make a real impact. Find Brett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettmcooper/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettmcooper/) Over the last 20 years, I've had the honor of influencing thousands of people in government, non-profits, and corporate America to work together in more productive, more effective, and more human ways. My book—Solving the People Problem—shares these ideas through personal stories and research-based insights. Through Integris Performance Advisors—a firm I founded with Evans Kerrigan—I provide organizations with the assessments, services and guidance they need to develop exemplary leaders, build cohesive teams, increase employee engagement, and improve financial performance. ➤HOW I CAN BE OF SERVICE ★ Are you an HR/L&D/OD professional? I support the self-sufficiency of people like you. I can give you access to proven leadership development assessments and products, and provide you with the “train-the-trainer” tools and Certifications you need to serve your own team or clients. Need hands-on support for live or virtual workshops? My team includes some of the most accomplished facilitators you'll find anywhere. We specialize in DISC-EQ, Everything DiSC, The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, The Leadership Challenge, Lean Six Sigma. ★ Are you a CEO or other senior leader in a small or mid-market organization? I can help you build a healthy and high performing culture. The ideas in my book—Solving the People Problem—and the services provided by my company—Integris—have helped hundreds of companies improve leadership behaviors, team cohesion, employee engagement and overall organizational performance. ★ Are you planning a live or virtual event? Are you a podcast host? I love to share what I've learned about human interaction in fun and engaging ways. I'd be thrilled to be a keynote or guest on your podcast. ★ Are you an individual leader? Please read my book—Solving the People Problem. ➤ON A PERSONAL NOTE I coordinate “Stand Down” events that serve homeless Veterans in the San Francisco area. I'm on the board of Partners in Sustainable Learning, a nonprofit bringing childhood education to marginalized communities in the developing world. I'm married to the love of my life Maxine, and I have two fantastic daughters, Sophia & Olivia. - DiSC Style: iD - MBTI type: ENFP - Top Values: Family—Freedom—Service ➤CONTACT | LEARN MORE - Brett.Cooper@IntegrisPA.com - SolvingThePeopleProblem.com - IntegrisPA.com

While more and more Americans are returning to restaurants, theaters and sporting events they are resisting the return to the office. Employers are reluctant to push the return given the labor crunch but, still, it's important to be able to build a cohesive team even if working remotely. Meet returning guest Liz Cooney from Tero International as she talks about ways managers and owners can encourage team building even when everybody isn't in the office.  Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

0:00 Welcome to Season 4 of Agile Digital Business podcast. Introduction by the host, Vickie Maris. Topics of leadership, personal development, team development and team communications. :34 Insight about the music for the podcast and the accordion in the mix. 1:37 Upcoming leadership and team development programs; and music events 2:12 Frontline Leadership, April 6-7, 2022 - taught by Gar Trusley and Paul Slaggert; hosted in Indianapolis, Indiana by the Kelley School of Business Executive Education (this leadership program was previously named Supervisory Development when it was offered in South Bend, Indiana) 2:30 Developing the Effective Technical Leader, April 5-7, 2022, is taught by Dr. Pete DeLisle. The program is held in Bloomington, Indiana and is also hostsed by Kelley School of Business Executive Education. This program was previously called Engineering Leadership when it was offered in South Bend, Indiana. 3:22 Take the Everything DiSC "Workplace" assessment & participate in a 90-minute facilitated discussion (virtual), "What's your style in Everything DiSC?" 4:35 Learn about the custom program you can bring to your team - an experiential learning event with an acoustic rock band about team communications 4:56 Music dates 5:02 Scott Greeson, Vickie Maris & Brady Joseph - music via a FB Live; 8:30 pm EST from the Facebook page 5:35 Concert at TAF on May 7, 2022; 7:30 pm EST - Scott Greeson, Michael Kelsey, Vickie Maris and Courtney Von Drehle 6:47 Notes about the new version of the introductory episode for Agile Digital Business. 7:44 Mention of a possible new show name in the works for the podcast. 8:02 In Season 4, host Vickie Maris is exploring the topics of leadership, personal development, team development and team communications. 8:10 Vickie Maris is a certified facilitator of the DiSC Profile, or more specifically, the "Workplace" profile in the portfolio of content from Everything DiSC. She also facilitates The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team. Both these are Wiley brands.  8:21 The podcast was on hold in 2021 as the business was being launched: Teach. Inspire. Connect.  8:47 Several speaking engagements occurred in 2021 and several more speaking and facilitating engagements are on the books in the new year. 9:11 Background about Vickie Maris 10:51 Feeling grateful for the podcast medium. 11:02 Capturing nuggets of wisdom in leadership, team development and team communications. 11:32 Information about the opportunity to take the Everything DiSC Workplace assessment and to participate in the virtual, 90-minute discussion. 12:33 Information about the team experiential learning event with an acoustic rock band 13:12 In the program, you can select which assessment you would want to have your team take. A few of the options include Everything DiSC Workplace, Everything DiSC Productive Conflict, Everything DiSC Agile EQ and more. 14:40 What is an Authorized Partner - Everything DiSC and The Five Behaviors 15:15 How to enroll in facilitator certification for Everything DiSC or The Five Behaviors 15:45 Thank you for checking out Episode 37 of the show 16:20 How to set up a call for talking about how any of the To join the email newsletter list, text DISCPROFILE to 855-797-1558. 17:18 Include the hashtag #teachinspireconnect when you share out the podcast in your social media channels. 18:07 Let's go out and Teach. Inspire. and Connect!

3 Keys to Being a Successful Leader in Your Practice - E64 Highlights from this episode: 3 Keys to Being a Successful Leader in Your Practice (00:39) Office Talk: Referrals, Cohesive Team, & Office Causes (15:40) If you want a successful, thriving practice, you have to do what it takes to create such a thing! There are 3 basic things I think good practice leadership boils down to and I list them all out in this episode and share how I put these things into practice in my own office. Let's get our ducks in a row and keep on growing my friends! (00:39) In this week's office talk I have updates on how my referrals are going for my specialty lens clinic as well as how my team is doing as a cohesive team. We are also starting in on supporting different causes as a practice leading into the holiday season. Hear how my staff is reacting to it and how it's all going so far! (15:40) Join in the fun and subscribe to the podcast to keep up with all the great content coming down the pipe! For exclusive content, be sure to register your email on our website and I will be sending out newsletters and other great bonuses as we go. I love getting feedback, questions, suggestions, etc. so contact me at www.theultimateod.com, on social media (click here for -> Twitter, Instagram, Facebook) OR, just shoot me an email at drlillie@theultimateod.com and I'd be happy to chat!

Ideas for Exercises for team meetings D1 presentation by the team leader – include drawing and explaining the behaviors on triangle, conflict continuum and hub and spoke for accountability. Do a deep dive on why politics are the enemy of D1 – remember the idea of “changing the conversation when someone else walks in the room” is a clear indicator of politics Have a discussion around collective results and the importance of recognizing and supporting Team 1 Have a discussion with your team about the team's specific rules of engagement for conflict and accountability – is everyone aligned and comfortable with the criteria for accountability and having difficult conversations. 

Back to The Leadership Challenge (TLC) we go, as Amy mentions that TLC is also the book she would highlight for this series, as I did in Episode 1. After a walkthrough of how TLC has impacted her, she then breaks down Everyday Leaders, Extraordinary Leadership, the follow-up to TLC targeted specifically to those who are not yet in titled, formal leadership positions. In this episode, Amy and I talk about how the book has impacted us, how we got into our fields as a result of being introverts, and how out of the 5 Practices of Exemplary Leadership covered in TLC, she and I are both drawn to Challenging The Process. She'll break down how the books have impacted her work as the founder of Dunn Talent Consulting which is a leadership and organizational health consultancy. Amy offers leadership coaching, team building, and training workshops designed to optimize capability and effectiveness at the individual, team, and organizational level. Amy is a Certified Master of The Leadership Challenge® which is an evidence-based approach to leadership development. She also leverages programs and assessments such as The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team™ and DiSC®. Her work spans several industries including insurance, financial and professional services, high tech, telecommunications, academic, healthcare, and government organizations. Amy's approach to her consulting is shaped by her experience as a successful Vice President of Human Resources and Talent Management in a Fortune 50 company. She led a nation-wide team of 50+ HR and training professionals, supporting a $7 Billion business that was driving explosive growth and change inside a complex corporate structure. This experience keeps her grounded in the real-world challenges and pressures leaders face. Amy combines this practical experience and powerful development tools to help people and organizations reach their full potential. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyelizabethdunn/ Website: www.dunntalentconsulting.com Email: amy@dunntalentconsulting.com

In their first listener requested episode, T&T open a new season of TBTG (and a new school year), by examining what goes into a well-functioning and cohesive grade-level team. By providing specific strategies that are actually in your control, they offer advice to help you level up the way in which your team collaborates. In typical TBTG fashion, much of what they share goes beyond the classroom, and can be applied to any professional setting…even personal relationships.

Authors Neil Howe, Jane Bishop and Brian Prince on Author Talk Show Neil Howe Best selling author and entrepreneur, Neil Howe, helps professionals leverage their knowledge to gain authority status in their industry, then uses “Authority Marketing” to get them national media attention. Neil is a contributing writer for Small Business Trendsetters and Business Innovators Magazine. He has been featured in major media outlets including FOX, ABC and CNN. Neil also hosts Business Authority Radio, Expert Profiles Atlanta podcast, and The Trust Factor Radio shows. Brief Description of Product or Service: Authority Positioning The #1 problem is Obscurity Topics to Discuss: How to Capture Attention Convince You're The Trusted Authority And Close With No Pressure. Industry trends Video/Story Business Model: Convert stories via interview format to Best Selling book and TV appearance. Web Site / Linkedin / Social Media Links http://TheAuthorityArchitect.com http://NeilHoweTrustFactor.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/howeneil https://www.facebook.com/TheTrustFactor Jane Bishop Take The Next Step I am passionate about investing in others to help them move forward and achieve their "It" so they can be a greater influence to those around them.  I listen, learn and connect through individual and group coaching, training (on site and virtual), consulting, and speaking. When we work together, I leverage 25+ years of experience, education and training to help you achieve your desired outcome. Highlights of my "tool kit" include deep listening, leadership development, team development, how to shift mindset, coach approach training, emceeing events and project development. What you will receive when we work together is a customized plan/approach, encouragement, accountability, and someone who is invested in your success. What you will not receive from me is a plug-n-play template approach. We will work intentionally and have fun in the process. Brief Description of Product or Service: I work with individuals, teams and organizations to close gaps and go for their it. I work with clients from the inside out (mindset, character, values, emotional intelligence) knowing that our input determines our output; i.e. behavior. When the gap is closed, people can be a greater influence to those around them. Topics to Discuss: What it takes to become a published author Event Speaker Leadership Development/Coaching Business and Life coaching DiSC assessment tool for understanding how behavior impacts work and relationships The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team assessment tool facilitator A Coach Approach to Leadership Trainer Web Site / Linkedin / Social Media Links: www.takethenextstepcct.com www.facebook.com/takethenextstepcct twitter.com/rjanebishop https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-bishop Brian Prince I make quality creative content inspired from my life experiences, with the purpose of telling a story. Sequential Art graduate (Savannah College of Art and Design) from Atlanta, GA, SAG-AFTRA Stunt Actor, MomoCon Director, people person and 6-Feet 10-Inches tall. Website:  baprince.com Blog:  thebaprince.tumblr.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/theBAPrince Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebaprince Linkedin:  linkedin.com/in/brian-a-prince-35384a29 Author Talk Show Interviews with authors about their journey of writing a book, the mission, story and what they learned during the process and more! Live from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta. In addition to the live broadcast, content is in distribution across multiple syndicated platforms with more than 500,000 downloads. Show Host: Rich Casanova, Chief Visionary Officer Pro Business Channel Rich Casanova began his broadcasting career in California's central valley at KSKS-FM. While in California he also ran a successful entertainment company whose staff and crew entertained over 100,

Deseri Garcia works with top-level executives, directors, managers, and business owners to provide transformational coaching, team building support, and leadership development. Her goal is to genuinely connect with people and identify with them in an effort to improve both team and personal effectiveness. Deseri is an accredited facilitator of 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, certified in ACCT (Association for Challenge Course Technology) certified and holds a certificate from the Coaching Clinic–Corporate Coach U. She has a bachelor's degree in small business and entrepreneurship. Deseri began coaching and leadership development work in 2004. Prior to launching Vida Aventura in Indianapolis, Deseri spent nearly 20 years in Corporate America, where she gained invaluable insight into the value of building relationships in the business world

Building trust has always been important in business, and COVID-19 has served to highlight it, according to leadership and workplace culture expert Liz Lugt. In this interview, Lugt sets out the elements of “vulnerability-based trust” and how finance leaders can focus on being effective rather than only efficient. Lugt is speaking at the upcoming AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE EUROPE conference on 19 May on the topic of “Expanding Your Sphere of Influence”.

Today we’re going to talk about understanding “Energy Leadership” as it relates to communication and mastering buy-in.  Today’s return guest, Greg Ballard, is a Certified Professional Coach, an expert in Patrick Lencioni’s Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, an authorized Partner for Everything DiSC, and a Master Practitioner in “Energy Leadership”…which is designed to help clients discover their “filters” and how those filters influence their results and achievements.

I've had the privilege to work with several mentors over the years, and I can personally attest to the power of having someone in your corner who can help you find the clarity you need to navigate life's choices.  If you have anyone who looks up to you (and you should have at least one person), then this episode is for you!Find out:The difference between a coach and a mentor What it takes to be a great mentorHow Greg navigates different coaching scenariosHow to know if you have a good coach About Today's Guest: Greg BallardGreg has held many unique titles in his professional career and has seen many ups and downs in his life. During these transitions, he discovered his passion for mentoring and leadership development. As the CEO and founder of Five C Consulting, Greg works with CEOs to small business owners to improve their mindset, business habits and overall approach in order to improve productivity, communication, strategic decision making and many other challenges leaders face.  With Greg’s help, clients are more prepared and better equipped to deliver difficult feedback, navigate politics and influence their peers. Greg helps to pave the way for personal development with his clients as well. He serves and supports his clients by offering the right tools and insight to set them on a clear path and helps them understand how to maintain their progress. Greg is a Certified Professional Coach, Professional Certified Coach, Authorized Partner for Everything DiSC, Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, PXT Select and Energy Leadership Master Practitioner. "I love to serve people through coaching, and believe each and every person possesses a unique and powerful gift."LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwballard/Website: https://five.consulting.comInstagram: @greg.ballrdFacebook: https://facebook.com/fivecconsultingEmail: greg@fivec.consultingAbout the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.

Today we’re going to talk about Aligning Your Teams with Your Organization’s Mission and Ability to Grow.  Our guest is Greg Ballard, Certified Professional Coach and expert in Patrick Lencioni’s Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, an authorized Partner for Everything DiSC, and a PXT Select and Energy Leadership Master Practitioner. Listen while Greg dives deep into the purpose and intent of your organization’s mission, and how that feeds into growing your teams

Connie's motivational quotes for today is by – Brian Tracy “Leaders are innovative, entrepreneurial and future oriented.  They focus on getting the job done.” Check Out These Highlights:  Is your team working from home?  Have you been able to shift your skills to accommodate this new landscape of business and leadership? I think an even bigger question may be, are you prepared for what is yet to come?  Are you curious and innovative enough to continue to shift your sails now to remain relevant? About Cheryl Ellis: Cheryl Ellis is the author of Becoming Deliberate:  Changing the Game of Leadership from the Inside Out. Cheryl is the Deliberate Leadership Expert and Culture Coach. She is a Certified High-Performance Coach & Founding Member of John Maxwell's Team of Coaches, Trainers and Speakers.  Cheryl is also a Certified Facilitator for 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, Everything DiSC, Productive Conflict, and PXT Select. How to get in touch with Cheryl Ellis: http://ellisbusinessenterprises.com/ cheryl@ellisbusinessenterprises.com 5 Free Gifts:   http://bit.ly/5giftsforyou Stalk me online! Website:  https://whitmanassoc.com/ Apple Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heart-centered-sales-leader/id1543243616 Connie's #1 International Bestseller Book - ESP (Easy Sales Process): 7-Step to Sales Success:  https://whitmanassoc.com/resources/ Download Free Communication Style Assessment:  www.whitmanassoc.com/csa Connie's ESP (Easy Sales Process) MasterClass:  https://whitmanassoc.com/espmasterclass/   Subscribe and listen to the Heart-Centered Sales Leader Podcast on your favorite podcast streaming service or on YouTube.  New episodes post every Monday on webtalkradio.net - listen to Connie dive into new sales and business topics or problems you may have in your business. 

In this episode, Coach Langan speaks with Frank Viscuso about building and sustaining championship-caliber teams. Chris Langan has been Felician University’s head baseball coach since the 2004 season. During that time he has turned their program around, leading the Golden Falcons to 12 Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference Tournament Berths and two Championships, along with four […]

Picture this – you were hired to do one job only to find out later that you also have many unexpected "other duties as assigned". What do you do when you are expected to manage tasks and team members in a deadline and priority-driven environment, yet many other tasks and meetings continue to creep up on your calendar? In this session, we discuss key strategies, tools, and tricks to help you feel more in control of your time so you can manage your projects and programs more effectively. You will walk away with tools and techniques you can use immediately so that your project management role is contributing 100% to your mission. Topics: Identifying internal and external factors that impact our completion of key deliverables Strategies to reduce surprises, and maintain greater work efficiencies Ideas to balance and prioritize what is currently on your plate with new and unexpected changes Tips you can use immediately to take better charge of your time Speakers: Linda Howard, PMP, CMC | Founder, https://howardconsultingllc.com/ (Howard Consulting, LLC) Linda helps nonprofit leaders who want to improve the performance of their projects and teams so they can have greater mission impact. Linda is also a Project Management Professional, a Certified Management Consultant, and an Everything DiSC and 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team facilitator. On a personal note, Linda is absolutely in love with the outdoors and can often be found wandering in the woods, kayaking on a lazy river, or searching for a quiet place to enjoy the next sunset. Rachel Werner | CEO, https://www.rbwstrategy.com/ (RBW Strategy, LLC) Rachel provides grants and project management consulting support to nonprofits, government and business entities. If you are interested in learning how RBW Strategy can maintain and build your organization’s charitable investments through fundraising or project management, please contact us at info@rbwstrategy.com or check out our https://www.rbwstrategy.com/ (website). Want to see additional resources? https://resources.foundant.com/ (Visit resources.foundant.com) https://grantseekers.foundant.com/events/ (Register for a webinar) and your question might be heard in a future episode! Brought to you by Foundant Technologies.

Nationally recognized expert in communication, leadership, character development, and team building, Steve Shenbaum shares his insights on the power of building trusting and enduring relationships through authentic and empathetic engagement.   ------------------   ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:    Dr. Erik Korem's podcast “The BluePrint" focuses on High Performance - a science-based, holistic process of achieving excellence in every field. He explores the methods and mindsets that build and sustain High-Performing humans through his experience as a sports scientist working with the NFL, Olympians and other elite athletes. In The BluePrint, he invites athletic champions, entertainers, entrepreneurs, and other exceptional people to discuss their resilience through struggles and triumphs while educating and motivating listeners about their High-Performance Journey.    Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer on a mission to help The BluePrint listeners learn how to use stress to perform at their best across a number of fields. He has implemented sports science and athlete tracking technologies with collegiate and professional football teams, working with the NFL, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Dr. Erik Korem is also an expert in sleep and stress resilience and the Founder and CEO of AIM7.    ------------------   If you find this episode valuable, would you please help us by providing a review at ratethispodcast.com/blueprint Follow Erik Korem on social media:   Twitter Instagram Facebook   Hot Pie Media is an on-demand digital audio/video entertainment network with interests primarily in the creation of original, relevant and entertaining podcasts.   ------------------   QUOTES: John Danaher on high performance mindset and resilience:  “Whenever you are sparring, your mind will have a given direction of focus. The most basic division is between self focus and focus on the opponent.” - John Danaher on high performance mindset and resilience   Blue Print host Dr. Erik Korem on high performance mindset and resilience:  “In sport, our goal is to develop the most adaptable athletes with the most resilience who can consistently obtain their high performance mindset and potential.” - Dr. Erik Korem on high performance mindset and resilience, host of The Blue Print   John Danaher on high performance mindset and resilience:  “Philosophy was crucial because it is among the best means of developing a problem solving mindset.” - John Danaher on high performance mindset and resilience   Blue Print host Dr. Erik Korem on high performance, performance mindset, and resilience:  “The key is using that stress and being able to adapt to it to improve. That's what high performance to me is: the ability to adapt rapidly so you can achieve your potential.”  - Dr. Erik Korem on high performance, performance mindset, and resilience, host of The Blue Print   John Danaher on high performance mindset and resilience:  “The greatest determinant of the outcome of your matches over time by a landslide is your training and lifestyle mentality. This is the high performance mindset you carry every day as you train and progress.” - John Danaher on high performance mindset and resilience See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With recent events and the resulting protests due to social injustice, the current moment has shaken many of us in a way that inspires us to shape a better future. In this episode, I speak to Diversity and Inclusion Strategist Kristina Smith about diversity, race and the importance of having the ability to be exactly who we are in our work and in the world.   Kristina's Bio: Professional Background: Kristina Smith, CDP (she, her) has spent the bulk of her career in training and development.  This laid the foundation to develop performance improvement strategies for corporations.  She has been successful at helping organizations build stronger teams through specific team development activities, strategic planning with leaders and designing programs to develop bench strength in companies.  Coaching C-Suite and mid level managers was a large part of her success ensuring businesses met their goals and objectives. Kristina has worked with corporations, government, and non-profits.  Her greatest strength is her ability to communicate with all stakeholders.  She facilitates conversations between frontline team members and management. These conversations make it possible to find solutions to some of the organization’s toughest challenges.  Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: While working to help teams improve performance, she frequently uncovered data which led to devising and implementing diversity and inclusion (D&I) strategies to exceed expected business results.  She has hosted conversations about race, how to create more equitable workspaces, and how leaders in the C-Suite can mentor women and people of color to assist in their advancement, retain them and create inclusive environments. Sometimes, diversity training is not the answer to solving a workplace dilemma.  Facilitating a structured conversation is what allows teams to express where an organization may be missing an opportunity to use the employees’ talents and strengths.  By tapping into this unused potential organizations are often amazed at how this benefits their company.  Facilitating, Coaching, and Conversations: Kristina has trained teams to lead large scale change initiatives as change agents.  Teaching facilitation techniques empowered front line leaders to have a dynamic impact within their teams.  She is adept at coaching C-Suite and mid level managers to bring out the best in their employees, thereby creating more desirable workplaces.  As a Conversational Intelligence (C-IQ) Coach, Kristina facilitates difficult conversations about race, racial inequity, and creating equitable workspaces for all.  Kristina shares tools that can help team members navigate difficult conversations with people who are different. Education: Kristina earned a B.S. in Communication Disorders at Emerson College.  She attended Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School and received a graduate certificate in Managing Change in Organizations. To better understand individuals, couples, and teams she received a certification from the Relationship Coaching Institute.  Expanding on the concept of understanding different groups of people she participated in workshops at the Multi-Cultural Institute.  This training eventually led her to become a Certified Diversity Professional (Institute for Diversity Certification).  Kristina is certified to deliver the DiSC and the Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team.  The DiSC is a Behavioral Assessment that allows individuals to know themselves and work with others better.  She is also certified in Conversational Intelligence (C-IQ).  This is the neuroscience of how the brain works when people are in productive and unproductive conversations. She received continuing education credits in Executive Coaching and is currently enrolled in the Purpose Development Coaching program. Volunteer Work: Emerge, Inc – non-profit organization that serves people with disabilities – Past President Emerson College (Boston, MA) – Alumna Board of Directors   Resources: McKinsey Reports https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/diversity-and-inclusion/diversity-wins-how-inclusion-matters# https://www.mckinsey.com/~/media/mckinsey/business%20functions/organization/our%20insights/why%20diversity%20matters/diversity%20matters.ashx   Harvard Business Review https://hbr.org/topic/diversity   Diversity in tech https://www.wired.com/story/five-years-tech-diversity-reports-little-progress/   Google memo: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/07/business/google-women-engineer-fired-memo.html https://assets.documentcloud.org/documents/3914586/Googles-Ideological-Echo-Chamber.pdf   Movies/Documentaries about race: Netflix documentary: Thirteenth https://www.netflix.com/title/80091741   I Am Not Your Negro https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5804038/   Just Mercy https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4916630/ https://justmercy.eji.org/   Black Lives Matter: blacklivesmatter.com Equal Justice Initiative :https://eji.org/   The views discussed in this episode are those of Rebecca Scott and her guest, and do not reflect those of any employer or client.   Music by Ryan Sullivan.  Contact: sullybmusic@gmail.com

Are you running a truly cohesive team or teams in your business? That’s the topic of conversation this week with: Hannah Haffield of Make More Noise PR  Clare Vale of Sign Solutions. It takes effort to build a cohesive team, but there are practical things that you can do - it does not have to be complicated and the rewards are great. There are many examples of the power of effective teams and with some the effectiveness of the team becomes a distinct competitor advantage – indeed with small and medium sized business competing against larger ones this is sometimes a real opportunity to differentiate. We discuss amongst other things: ·         What do we mean by cohesive teams ·         What are the fundamentals of a cohesive team ·         How can we: o   Build trust o   Master conflict o   Achieve Commitment o   Embrace accountability o   Focus on results ·         What is a ‘Shit Sandwich’? You can read up more on Cohesive Teams in the best-selling book: The Five Dysfunctions Of A Team by Patick Lencioni: https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-five-dysfunctions-of-a-team/patrick-m-lencioni/9780787960759 Clare Vale’s previous appearance on ScaleUp Radio - From Accountancy To Assistance For Deaf People Hannah Haffield’s previous appearance on ScaleUp Radio - Behave Like The Business You Want To Be  Hannah Haffield can be found here: www.makemorenoise.co.uk hello@makemorenoise.co.uk @makemorenoisepr Clare Vale can be found here: www.signsolutions.uk.com www.interpretedlive.co.uk clare.vale@signsolutions.uk.com Scaling up your business isn't easy, and can be a little daunting. Let ScaleUp Radio make it a little easier for you. With guests who have been where you are now, and can offer their thoughts and advice on several aspects of business. ScaleUp Radio is the business podcast you've been waiting for. You can get in touch with Kevin here: kevin@biz-smart.co.uk

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss the dysfunctions and behaviors of cohesive teams with certified coach Laura Hayes. Topics include what the five behaviors of a cohesive team are, what's at stake if teams don't work on those behaviors, and slowing down to speed up. Visit www.getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-90-the-five-behaviors-of-a-cohesive-team for full show notes and links. This episode is sponsored by MJ Insurance. MJ's proprietary analytics solution, APERTURE, transforms data into solutions, giving insight into the future that helps you make smart, forward-thinking decisions about your business.

Lisa Bennett is the Vice President of Corporate Marketing for Kaltura, a company that powers video experiences for thousands of organizations across a multitude of industries and markets. She is a great and purpose-driven leader and communicator who does incredible things in communications all around the world.  In this episode… There's no question about it. When a team is able to work seamlessly together there is virtually nothing that can stop them from achieving one goal after another. But bringing cohesiveness into teams can be a challenge especially when you're working with diverse personalities who are working remotely. Lisa Bennett says entrenching organizational purpose plays a critical role in bringing any team together and aligning their values to drive profit to your company. Lisa, who leads a global team as the VP of Marketing of Kaltura, says from her experience, in order to build team cohesiveness, an organization must have a strong organizational purpose and have a vision that everyone can focus on. And the key to making everyone stay aligned with your values and purpose? Accountability. In this episode of Drive Profit with Purpose, Fran Biderman-Gross interviews Lisa Bennett of Kaltura about how purpose helped build their brand's global image, how she maintains focus and keeps her team engaged despite working remotely, and the best ways to encourage accountability within the team. Stay tuned.

Today's guest is Melissa Haveman, an executive coach, author, certified trainer for Everything DiSC ...and an accredited facilitator for The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team. As an award-winning educator, she loves helping emerging leaders develop their leadership skills, facilitating vision and strategy sessions and retreats, and working with nonprofits and businesses to create and nurture people-centered, cohesive teams that achieve extraordinary results. Melissa is also the creator of Delete the Doubt, a program that helps writers delete their doubt and fear and finish their creative projects.Tune in as she shares specific tactics on deleting doubt and fear from your life!She profoundly says, "I'd like to think my story is one that may encourage others to believe in their strengths and to value themselves. My key takeaway has been that sometimes you have to leap and take the risk in order to grow and be true to you."Learn more and connect with Melissa here:www.creativelycentered.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-haveman-4956a7172/https://www.instagram.com/creativelycenteredcoaching/https://www.facebook.com/creativelycenteredcoaching/https://twitter.com/Cr8tivecenter See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You spend, on average, 8 hours a day at work. That is 40 hours per week, 160 hours per month, and 1,920 hours per year. If you are working in a toxic environment, or are the leader of a toxic environment/team, that is way too many hours being stressed out and miserable. Pre-Contagiously Positive days, I spent 10 years working in a corporation and have spent the last 7 facilitating corporate workshops. I’ve seen a lot about what makes a team work together cohesively, and also what creates a toxic environment. In this podcast, I’m going to share two perspectives to create a positive work environment and put the HUMAN back into human resources. 1. What the leaders (those who make the decisions and policies) can do. 2. What you (and your team) can do. I talk about toxic barriers, like gossip, and turf protecting and what you and the company can do, and what it means to fully take on the responsibility of leader. Contagiously Positive Website Instagram Facebook

Jay’s story is worth a listen. In his own words, he describes hitting a train going 60 miles an hour while driving drunk, in an accident that killed his father, left Jay physically and emotionally damaged, and landed him in jail. Then he tells about his long, tumultuous journey back, turning his personal life and career around, and how he found the will to lead others through tremendous times of change while also coming to grips with who he is as a leader. No matter what your worst days are at work or how big the challenge, you have to admire a guy with this much tenacity, understanding of self, grit, and courage to speak the truth.Executive coach and director of Coughlan Consulting, Jay Coughlan prepares CEOs for the challenges and uncertainty that lie ahead. Whether Jay’s clients are new CEOs or experienced CEOs facing everyday challenges, they benefit from his first-hand experience. For 12 years, Jay served as CEO of two highly-successful, fast-growing companies: Lawson Software and XRS. He also acquired 30 years of experience in corporate leadership and serves as chairman and director on several well-known boards. Jay has established a proven track record of CEO coaching success. Leveraging his FASTER achievement framework, he helps CEOs break free from barriers and realize their personal and professional potential. He is also the author of “Five Bold Choices,” and a Patrick Lencioni, “The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team” authorized partner. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaycoughlan/ https://www.linkedin.com/groups/86447/ https://www.facebook.com/HighTechPrayerBreakfast/

Building an Effective and Cohesive Team might be the most important strategy to ensuring the organization or team you lead is successful. This lesson, No Trust, No Unity, No Progress is the first step of seven a leader must take to Build an Effective and Cohesive Team. Download a copy of the accompanying Worksheet and notes: chttps://www.dropbox.com/s/qbnvyewowdyppxq/Trust%20Lesson%20Worksheet.pdf?dl=0 Learn more about the program:https://www.leaders-building-leaders.com/Build-a-team Use promo code Trust for a limited time and save big on our Seven Step program.

An advocate of passive income, our guest today, Rich Fettke, is a licensed real estate broker, business coach and author who still has time to enjoy his many other interests, including a wide range of adventure sports. He and his wife Kathy believe in growing the kind of business that allows you to live life on your own terms and that does far more than produce a large revenue. 

A productive and cohesive team makes better decisions, leverages the skills and ideas of all team members, avoids wasting time and energy on politics and destructive conflict, and is more fun to be on. Listen as the Water Brothers discuss the 5 Dysfunctions of a Team and give some tips on how to overcome them with the 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team.

Transformation coach Kerri Balliet joins Patina Talks to discuss how to build a high-performance team. She addresses the difficulties of managing teams whose participants may have different goals and how to use the “Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team” as the key to successful results. Listen to Kerri’s 20-minute episode to gain advice on how to overcome the challenges of building a high-performing team. 

Trust is the foundation of any great team.  If you want to build a successful team you must create an environment of trust.  You must be vulnerable and willing to listen and you must eliminate behaviors that force a lack of trust in the organization. If you don’t trust your teammates or your leadership you are destined to fail.   Today we are going to discuss the five behaviors of a cohesive team and give you some tips on how to build a stronger organization. The five behaviors of a cohesive team include: Trust, Conflict, Commitment, Accountability and Results How does trust or a lack of trust impact an organization? Is conflict within an organization a good thing? Is the team committed to the goals for a company and why does this matter? Do you hold yourself and teammates accountable and what is the impact Do your results align with your goals and what are you doing to ensure that this happens.

In this episode, Andy Davis talks to Melanie Colton, Senior Director of Product & Engineering at Equinox. On the show, they discuss the difference between structure and bureaucracy in large businesses. Andy asks Melanie how she emphasises her company’s vision to her team. They also chat about the DevOps space. Melanie tells Andy about some of the exciting trends happening in her sector right now. Melanie is a leader with a background in both Product and Technology, she leads organizations with a strategic technical product vision. Melanie is skilled in developing and delivering with revenue and the user in mind, but also has the long term maintenance and operationalizing that's required to run a successful business. Melanie also has experience in building and maintaining teams who are creative problem solvers that use data to make compelling decisions.

Lars is coaching his second season as the head coach of UVa Men's Lacrosse. He comes to Virginia with 12 years of coaching experience. He spent 10 years at Brown, his alma mater. His final year at Brown he led the Bears to a final four appearance and 16 - 3 record. During his time at Brown his teams won an Ivy League title in 2008, 2010, 2015, and 2016. Tiffany was the New England Coach of the Year in 2008, 2009, 2015, and 2016 and was the Ivy League Coach of Year in 2015 and 2016. As of the launch of this episode, UVA is currently 6 - 1. They're ranked 9 in the nation. In this interview Coach Tiffany and I talk about his journey to becoming a coach. The lessons he learned along the way. Taking over as head coach at UVa. How he's trying to make his team more cohesive, and how he's attempting to make his players smarter on and off the field. The GameChanger Lacrosse Podcast is about talking to people who have dedicated their life to the game of lacrosse and learning about who they are, how they got to where they are today, and what they do to improve themselves and their teams. Be sure to follow us on twitter, @GCSports. And, if you're a coach, a parent or you run a travel or club team, check out GameChanger Team Manager in the app store. Its the essential, all-in-one, scheduling and communication app for lacrosse coaches and parents. Unlike other team apps, GameChanger Team Manager is free, easy to use, and doesn't serve ads. Learn more at GC.com/TeamManager

Ashlii shares her tips and best practices for strategy and leadership, including: The importance of employee culture building and tools, like DISC, that can be used to build self-awareness around personal behaviour and communication styles, as well as learning about how to relate to others. These same tools can help leaders understand how to encourage their team members to contribute in their own styles. For example, those who are focused on accuracy and precision may be less likely to share their new ideas that they are uncertain about. If a leader is aware of this, they can encourage this type of employee to share their ideas during meetings and brainstorming sessions. Culture and communication have been extensively studied and there can be costs to your bottom line if you ignore these essential areas of business – Take the time to understand your team and to assess how cohesive you are. Learn about her best practices for leading strategy and developing teams. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/the-importance-of-developing-a-cohesive-team-interview-with-ashli-komaryk Working on your strategic plan? Get your complete starter kit here: http://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-starter-kithttps://www.smestrategy.net/blog/the-importance-of-developing-a-cohesive-team-interview-with-ashli-komaryk

We review the definitive study on team building and explore strategies to strengthen team bonds. ROMcast provides bite-sized chunks of health, happiness, fitness and performance. Presented by Exercise Physiologist and Scientist, Coach and Director of Range of Motion, Dan Williams. Enjoy ROMcast? We'd love if you could rate or review our show on iTunes or Stitcher, and don't forget to subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher so you don't miss future episodes!

Treat them with respect, involve them in problem solving, and grow together. Ned Parks joins me to talk about this very important subject. Ned Parks is a business consultant who draws on his background as a U.S. Army Warrant Officer helicopter instructor pilot and business owner to provide owners and management-level executives strategies to improve their operations and strengthen their business goals. In 2000, Ned opened Aegis 360 Consulting, a firm focusing on corporate culture, leadership development, and business strategy. Certified as a Registered Corporate Coach, Ned’s expertise includes the areas of strategic planning, leadership development, and coaching. He guides leaders to connect with their teams and combine personal and organizational objectives to achieve their goals, offering proven business strategies with creative approaches, practical methods, and unique execution applications. Ned is a Lean 6 Sigma Green Belt training. He is also certified in Everything DiSC®, The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team program, and PXT Select. Ned is the author of The Simple and Easy Manager. Today's show is sponsored by Audible.com. Audible.com is a leading provider of spoken audio entertainment and information. Listen to audiobooks whenever and wherever you want. Get a free book when you sign up for a 30-day free trial at audibletrial.com/businessgrowth.

Lars is coaching his second season as the head coach of UVa Men's Lacrosse. He comes to Virginia with 12 years of coaching experience. He spent 10 years at Brown, his alma mater. His final year at Brown he led the Bears to a final four appearance and 16 - 3 record. During his time at Brown his teams won an Ivy League title in 2008, 2010, 2015, and 2016. Tiffany was the New England Coach of the Year in 2008, 2009, 2015, and 2016 and was the Ivy League Coach of Year in 2015 and 2016. As of the launch of this episode, UVA is currently 6 - 1. They're ranked 9 in the nation. In this interview Coach Tiffany and I talk about his journey to becoming a coach. The lessons he learned along the way. Taking over as head coach at UVa. How he's trying to make his team more cohesive, and how he's attempting to make his players smarter on and off the field. The GameChanger Lacrosse Podcast is about talking to people who have dedicated their life to the game of lacrosse and learning about who they are, how they got to where they are today, and what they do to improve themselves and their teams. Be sure to follow us on twitter, @GCSports. And, if you're a coach, a parent or you run a travel or club team, check out GameChanger Team Manager in the app store. Its the essential, all-in-one, scheduling and communication app for lacrosse coaches and parents. Unlike other team apps, GameChanger Team Manager is free, easy to use, and doesn't serve ads. Learn more at GC.com/TeamManager

On this episode of 'Real Estate 2020' we take you to Sibbach Team's HQ in North Scottsdale where Phil Sexton and Jeff Sibbach discuss Sibbach team members working more cohesively moving forward.

This week, we review the trip to Jacksonville to pick up Chris and Chrissy's NSX, Jeff fixes some watches, we talk about how to run an effective and successful crapcan racing team, should we run at NOLA, and just the tip on inspecting safety gear. 

Tommy Hackenbruck is the owner of UTE CrossFit. He is a former CrossFit athlete and current professional coach. Tommy gives us a short timeline of his life leading up to his CrossFit and coaching careers. Doc asks him what his drive is at the present, as well as what excites him as a coach. Tommy talks about the difference in coaching newbies vs. seasoned athletes. He also goes into the topic of putting together winning teams and how to get them working together. Another episode down! It was great to have this legend on the show, and it’s great to hear some in-depth talk on coaching. We hope you guys have plenty to take away from this one. Quarsh Creative is an Elwood-based freelance design firm that helps solve business challenges in the digital world with a touch of creativity.Whether it be a website, logo, or marketing strategy, Quarsh Creative is here to help your business become stronger and create a better overall experience for your customers.As a special offer from ADVF Radio and Quarsh Creative, we're offering a free, basic SEO report on your website, and/or constructive feedback for your existing brand. Start the conversation via email at: hello@quarshcreative.com This podcast is supported by Audible. Audible is home to the widest selection of digital audiobooks, including best-sellers, new releases, exclusives and much more. Listen anytime, anywhere on your tablet, mobile or desktop with our free app. Audible is offering listeners of AdventureFit Radio a free audiobook download with a free 30-day trial to give you the opportunity to check out their service. To download your free audiobook today go to audibletrial.com/advfradio. This podcast is proudly supported by AdventureFit Travel. AdventureFit Travel is an adventure travel company for the fitness community. Head over to www.adventurefittravel.com to check out all our trips, all our blogs from our blogging team, special offers and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Creating a cohesive team makes life and work easier, but how does an organization cultivate a cohesive team? On this episode of Culture Change In A Box, Judy Ryan from LifeWork Systems and Chris MacLellan from the Whole Care Network describe some of the positive impacts of teamwork in overcoming challenges and conflicts and creating high levels of caring and kindness.

Creating a cohesive team makes life and work easier, but how does an organization cultivate a cohesive team? On this episode of Culture Change In A Box, Judy Ryan from LifeWork Systems and Chris MacLellan from the Whole Care Network describe some of the positive impacts of teamwork in overcoming challenges and conflicts and creating high levels of caring and kindness.

Creating a cohesive team makes life and work easier, but how does an organization cultivate a cohesive team? On this episode of Culture Change In A Box, Judy Ryan from LifeWork Systems and Chris MacLellan from the Whole Care Network describe some of the positive impacts of teamwork in overcoming challenges and conflicts and creating high levels of caring and kindness.

We have a new logo and a totally new approach to an episode!   CompassCast goes on the road for Episode 17!   Join me as we travel down I-49 South in Northwest Arkansas with Region 9 RDO, Kim Jones and Region 9 DM, Nathan Grosse.  We talk about the staffing challenges in NW Arkansas, how R9 has come together as a team, how to be approachable as a multi-unit leader when visiting restaurants, and you'll want to hold on to your hats as we survive a close encounter with a freight train...sort of.  :)   Let me know what you think of the new logo:  CompassCast@gmail.com Here are a few of the links I mention in the episode:   Prime Choice Program:  www.USBCPrimeChoice.com Learning Unlimited:  www.learningunlimited.com 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team: http://www.fivebehaviors.com/About.aspx Thanks for all that you do!  Keep listening and sharing!   Cheers everybody! BD

Abraham Lincoln, Nelson Mandela, Steve Jobs, Oprah Winfrey – some of the greatest leaders of all time. But what makes each of these individuals such a remarkable leader? And how do we define great leadership? We may be apt to hold on to the traditional notion that leadership is defined by rank and order. But your position or title alone does not qualify you as a veritable leader. Think about it, how many CEOs are there in the world that hold a position of great power, but have a nominal impact on their employees? How many managers aren’t even respected by those that they manage? Even brilliant and innovative individuals can stumble when it comes to finding their voice. Because leadership is not defined by a position, nor it is even defined by intellectual prowess or natural talent – leadership is the skill of influence, something that you can use to impact the thoughts, feelings, emotions and actions of others. And it is the most important skill that anyone of us can master. Yet as important as leadership is, in today’s world, it’s a rarity. And that’s not because there is a scarcity of natural born leaders. In fact, leadership can be cultivated. Many of us suppose it’s an innate talent, but anyone can become a leader in something that they decide to become masterful in. You could be the leader in your business, the leader in your class, the leader in your own family. You could even decide to become the leader of your own life. There are different types and different styles of leadership. But real leadership starts with the capacity to discipline your disappointment. Because along any journey worth taking, you are going to encounter obstacles, and odds are, you are going to fail. But if you can find a way to connect to yourself, and connect to others, and if you can find a way to break through those challenges, you can become a true leader. And when you strive to serve the greater good – something greater than yourself – that’s when you can become a truly great leader. Tony and Mary Buckheit recently sat down with General Stanley McChrystal and Chris Fussell to discuss what great leadership looks like today and how to cultivate an infrastructure for success in any organization. General Stanley A. McChrystal has been called “one of America’s greatest warriors” by Secretary of Defense Robert Gates.  A retired four-star general, he is the former commander of U.S. and International Security Assistance Forces (ISAF) Afghanistan and the former commander of the premier military counter-terrorism force, Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). He is best known for developing and implementing the current counter-insurgency strategy in Afghanistan, and for creating a comprehensive counter-terrorism organization that revolutionized the interagency operating culture. General McChrystal now serves as a senior fellow at Yale University’s Jackson Institute for Global Affairs where he teaches a course on Leadership in Operation.  And he co-founded the McChrystal Group in January of 2011 where he is currently a partner.  McChrystal Group’s mission is to deliver innovative leadership solutions to American businesses to help them transform and succeed in challenging and dynamic environments. Chris Fussell is a former Navy SEAL Officer, where he spent 15 years leading SEAL elements in combat zones around the globe. He served as Aide-de-Camp to Lieutenant General McChrystal during McChrystal’s final year commanding JSOC, becoming an integral part of the team that made the Special Operation’s transformation into a successful, agile network possible. Fussell is also a partner at the McChrystal Group, where he leads the McChrystal Group Leadership Institute, where he brings his Special Operations experience and his expertise in leadership development to organizations of all sizes. In addition to being a New York Times bestselling author, he regularly does media interviews, gives keynotes speeches, and speaks to business leaders at roundtables and panels. In this episode of the podcast, you will hear Tony, General McChrystal and Chris delve into the reasons that leadership no longer comes from a command and control model, but from creating relationship-based change throughout the entire organization and by empowering every single person that is part of your business. And they examine the importance of building trust, remaining flexible, practicing empathy, and creating a culture of shared consciousness. By breaking out of the traditional sense of leadership, business owners can create a more cohesive and more powerful team that is not only more unified, but more efficient, and ultimately, more effective.

Taro Fukuyama is Founder & CEO @ AnyPerk. Born and raised in Tokyo, Taro is a Y Combinator graduate with AnyPerk and part of the first Japanese team ever to be admitted to YC. He was also named one of Business Insider’s “Silicon Valley 100 Coolest People in Tech Right Now.”Fun fact, Taro co-founded AnyPerk in a Taco Bell car park! What a story! They also have investment from the likes of DCM, YC, Gary Vaynerchuk, previous SaaStr guest Nick Mehta and many more incredible people. I would also like to say a huge thanks to Jason lemkin for the intro to Taro today. In Today’s Episode You Will Learn: How did Taro make his way to San Francisco and come to found AnyPerk? As a first time founder, how did Taro look to build out the management team? What were the inherent challenges and what did Taro look for in his core executive? What are the 6 questions that will determine whether you have clarity in your organisation? Why is clarity so important to unify the team? What does this clarity allow? What are the 5 steps to building a cohesive team? How can CEOs be both vulnerable and authoritative as a leader? How should founders approach offsites? What is the necessary preparation? How should they be structured for optimal productivity? What can be done to ensure they produce meaningful outcomes? 60 Second SaaStr Favourite SaaS reading material? What does Taro know now that he wishes he had known at the beginning? The biggest mistake companies make with employee happiness? If you would like to find out more about the show and the guests presented, you can follow us on Twitter here: Jason Lemkin Harry Stebbings SaaStr Taro Fukuyama

Jennifer Hill talks to Dr. Pearl Hilliard about how to reinvent your career. She asks Pearl what one can do when you are not passionate or fulfilled by your job and how one can leverage their passion into a new career. Pearl offers resources on how to make a career transition and identify what will bring you lasting happiness. Dr. Pearl Hilliard is the founder of Hilliard Performance Solutions, a company that provides consulting, coaching, leadership development and training services. Pearl is an independent consultant/coach who focuses on performance solutions and results, using appreciative inquiry strategies. Her passion is employee engagement, with an emphasis on a strengths-based approach. Her clients include individuals, and small and medium-sized businesses in various functional areas, as well as UCLA, USC and other non-profits. Pearl experienced her own career transition in 2011 and since then has developed several career/life transitions courses and focuses on career development and transitions for people moving into their second or third-act careers. She delights in supporting her clients as they move into a new field, a different organization, and/or into a new phase of life. Pearl has extensive experience implementing and directing a variety of programs that facilitate the improvement and optimization of performance. She has a successful track record in strategic organizational development, leadership development, learning, talent management and coaching. Pearl provides executive, career management and life transitions coaching. She specializes in developing and facilitating workshops and retreats. Each client is unique, and Pearl will customize her services to fit the client’s needs, ensuring they achieve their desired results. Pearl received her doctoral degree (Ed.D.) in Human Performance at Work from the University of Southern California. She also received an M.S. in Counseling from California State University at Northridge, a B.A. (Honors) in Applied Psychology from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa, and a B.A. in Business Studies from Manchester Polytechnic, England. Her training certifications include Achieve Global, Coaching (ACC, BCC & CPC), Connecting With Others, DiSC, Emotional Intelligence, Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team and Myers-Briggs (MBTI). CONTACT INFORMATION Email: pearl@hilliardps.com Website: hilliardperformancesolutions.com Joyce Fernandez: Email: jfernandez310@aol.com Maria Bereket: Email: mbear88@gmail.com Website: designbearmarketingdotcom.wordpress.com Information about our up-coming webinar series, “Reinventing Your Career at 40+”: webinars.yournextstepcareers.com BOOKS LifeLaunch: A Passionate Guide to the Rest of Your Life by McLean and Hudson (2011) Second-Act Careers by Nancy Collamer (2013) What’s Next? Finding Your Passion and Your Dream Job in Your Forties, Fifties and Beyond by Kerry Hannon (2014) URLs encore.org (An organization that taps into the skills and experience of those in midlife and beyond to improve communities and the world) pivotplanet.com - you pay $50 per hour to talk to someone about their career; they have over 300 career types. rgp.com - A consulting firm that employs professionals, on a project-by-project basis. taprootfoundation.org (provides volunteering opportunities) volunteermatch.org (also provides volunteering opportunities)

Jennifer Hill talks to Dr. Pearl Hilliard about how to reinvent your career. She asks Pearl what one can do when you are not passionate or fulfilled by your job and how one can leverage their passion into a new career. Pearl offers resources on how to make a career transition and identify what will bring you lasting happiness. Dr. Pearl Hilliard is the founder of Hilliard Performance Solutions, a company that provides consulting, coaching, leadership development and training services. Pearl is an independent consultant/coach who focuses on performance solutions and results, using appreciative inquiry strategies. Her passion is employee engagement, with an emphasis on a strengths-based approach. Her clients include individuals, and small and medium-sized businesses in various functional areas, as well as UCLA, USC and other non-profits. Pearl experienced her own career transition in 2011 and since then has developed several career/life transitions courses and focuses on career development and transitions for people moving into their second or third-act careers. She delights in supporting her clients as they move into a new field, a different organization, and/or into a new phase of life. Pearl has extensive experience implementing and directing a variety of programs that facilitate the improvement and optimization of performance. She has a successful track record in strategic organizational development, leadership development, learning, talent management and coaching. Pearl provides executive, career management and life transitions coaching. She specializes in developing and facilitating workshops and retreats. Each client is unique, and Pearl will customize her services to fit the client’s needs, ensuring they achieve their desired results. Pearl received her doctoral degree (Ed.D.) in Human Performance at Work from the University of Southern California. She also received an M.S. in Counseling from California State University at Northridge, a B.A. (Honors) in Applied Psychology from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa, and a B.A. in Business Studies from Manchester Polytechnic, England. Her training certifications include Achieve Global, Coaching (ACC, BCC & CPC), Connecting With Others, DiSC, Emotional Intelligence, Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team and Myers-Briggs (MBTI). CONTACT INFORMATION Email: pearl@hilliardps.com Website: hilliardperformancesolutions.com Joyce Fernandez: Email: jfernandez310@aol.com Maria Bereket: Email: mbear88@gmail.com Website: designbearmarketingdotcom.wordpress.com Information about our up-coming webinar series, “Reinventing Your Career at 40+”: webinars.yournextstepcareers.com BOOKS LifeLaunch: A Passionate Guide to the Rest of Your Life by McLean and Hudson (2011) Second-Act Careers by Nancy Collamer (2013) What’s Next? Finding Your Passion and Your Dream Job in Your Forties, Fifties and Beyond by Kerry Hannon (2014) URLs encore.org (An organization that taps into the skills and experience of those in midlife and beyond to improve communities and the world) pivotplanet.com - you pay $50 per hour to talk to someone about their career; they have over 300 career types. rgp.com - A consulting firm that employs professionals, on a project-by-project basis. taprootfoundation.org (provides volunteering opportunities) volunteermatch.org (also provides volunteering opportunities)

Did you know that EQ generally trumps IQ in the job market? Today's guest is Gale Mote. Gale is a Trainer & Organization Development Consultant at Gale Mote Associates, a Certified Coach and Facilitator for EQ-i 2.0®, an Authorized Partner with Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team™ and Everything DiSC®, and an Adjunct Lecturer at University of Iowa. You can find Gale at http://www.galemoteassociates.com In this episode, you will hear about: How Gale got to where she is now. What is EQ and why is it important? Gale’s thoughts on Team Building and Building Trust. The biggest fish Gale has ever caught! www.Chris-Molina.com Intro/Outro Music: AShamaluevMusic

Creating the life you love is possible for all of us, especially when we create a cohesive care team. On today's show, we'll discuss Judy Ryan from LifeWork Systems will discuss seven steps that will help you create the cohesive care team that we all need to help us transform our day.

Creating the life you love is possible for all of us, especially when we create a cohesive care team. On today's show, we’ll discuss Judy Ryan from LifeWork Systems will discuss seven steps that will help you create the cohesive care team that we all need to help us transform our day.

Creating the life you love is possible for all of us, especially when we create a cohesive care team. On today's show, we’ll discuss Judy Ryan from LifeWork Systems will discuss seven steps that will help you create the cohesive care team that we all need to help us transform our day.

Got Grumpy? Today's podcast offers tips to creating a cohesive team that reaches (or exceeds) sales goals. The post Creating a Cohesive Team first appeared on Colleen Francis - The Sales Leader.

Got Grumpy? Today’s podcast offers tips to creating a cohesive team that reaches (or exceeds) sales goals.