Podcasts about collaborative culture

Entrepreneurs often ask: When do I know it's time to scale? Or, how do I lead when I wasn't the original founder? In this week's Founded & Funded, Madrona Partner Chris Picardo sits down with Eleanor Lightbody, CEO of Luminance, who shares how she took a promising AI product and built a company culture, go-to-market motion, and product strategy that's scaled 6x in just two years. Eleanor's candor and tactical insights on hiring, selling, and navigating founder dynamics make this a must-listen. Transcript: https://www.madrona.com/building-ai-that-sells-scaling-smarter-with-luminance-ceo-eleanor-lightbody/ Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:29) Eleanor's Career Journey (03:22) Joining Luminance and Initial Challenges (05:46) Navigating CEO Role and Company Dynamics (11:01) Transforming Luminance's Growth Trajectory (19:03) Balancing Innovation and Core Product Delivery (24:42) Building a Collaborative Culture (28:44) Challenges and Rewards of Scaling a Company (34:57) Future of AI

Educator Patty Gómez used a question formulation technique to cultivate a collaborative culture of curiosity at work. Theme music by Sean Balick; “Entrance Shaft 11” by The Depot, via Blue Dot Sessions.

Hey humans! I was absolutely thrilled to have a fascinating conversation with Alison Coward joining us all the way from across the pond (as I finally got to say!) Alison shared her incredible human experience, tracing her journey through the worlds of fashion promotion, supporting creative practitioners, and ultimately diving deep into the power of collaboration. We kicked off by exploring Alison's path, from her early fascination with the creative industries to her pivotal Master's research focused on collaboration within that sector. This led to the birth of her business, Bracket, which initially aimed to connect creative freelancers for collaborative projects.  Alison also sheds light on the application of design thinking principles to foster more human-centered and collaborative ways of working within teams. It was truly an insightful discussion that left me pondering how we can all be more intentional about fostering collaboration and creativity in our daily work. Stacie More episodes at StacieBaird.com. Alison Coward Bracket Website Alison Coward LinkedIn Alison Coward's new book, Workshop Culture

Jason's FB post in which he shared his disappointment with the type of communication he's witnessed at recent school board meetings caught my attention. Here's not the first to complain about the disrespect and dysfunction but may be the first to be public about it. In meeting with him, he shared his determination, if elected, to be a positive force--like one he effected in his career in the Coast Guard--convinced that his example will be contagious. I'd vote for that, and I hope voters in Region 2 will do the same. Change is needed.

Most startups bolt AI onto old products.  ⁨@ravennahq⁩  reimagined the entire workflow.  When we first met Kevin Coleman and Taylor Halliday, it was clear they weren't just chasing the hype cycle. They were pairing AI-native architecture with deep founder-market fit, and rebuilding how internal ops work — from first principles. Their new company, Ravenna, is going after a $160B+ market dominated by legacy players. But instead of being intimidated by incumbents, they got focused, making some smart moves that more early-stage teams should consider: 1) Speak with 30+ customers before writing a line of code 2) Define a clear ICP and pain points 3) Build natively for Slack — where support actually happens 4) Prioritize automation, iteration, and real workflow transformation 5) Stayed radically transparent with investors and early customers At Madrona, we love backing teams that combine ambition with discipline — and Kevin and Taylor are doing just that. In this episode of Founded & Funded, they sit down with Madrona Managing Director Tim Porter and talk through their journey, what they'd do differently the second time around, and how they're building a durable, agentic platform for internal support. If you're a founder building in AI, SaaS, or ops — this conversation is full of lessons worth hearing. Transcript: https://bit.ly/4ju2Cml Chapters:  (00:00) Introduction (00:23) Meet the Founders: Taylor Halliday and Kevin Coleman (02:05) The Birth of Ravenna: Identifying the Problem (03:05) The Concept of Enterprise Service Management (04:02) The Journey from Idea to Execution (04:31) Customer Insights and Market Fit (06:42) Building a Next-Generation Platform (10:43) Slack Integration and AI Automation (14:37) Partnering with Slack: A Strategic Move (17:13) Leveraging Slack for Knowledge Management (20:13) Balancing Focus and Vision (21:07) Discovering ITSM: A Hidden Market (21:40) Expanding Beyond IT: The Universal Help Desk (24:30) ServiceNow and the AI Revolution (27:03) Building a Transparent and Collaborative Culture (29:37) Recruiting Top AI Talent (31:59) Navigating Market Realities and Customer Focus (37:59) Advice for Aspiring Founders

What's the secret to scaling a pharmacy while keeping customers first? In this episode of the Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast, Gifthealth's Amy Edzkowski and Erin Simmons share how their platform has grown from start-up to serving over 200,000 patients. Joined by co-host Hemal Desai, they discuss how Gifthealth uses smart technology, direct-to-consumer delivery, and API automation to make complex medication regimens simpler for patients and providers. Plus, they share insights on managing rapid growth, handling hiring surges, and maintaining personalized patient care in a fast-paced business model. If you want to thrive in pharmacy's fast lane, don't miss this one. 00:40 – Why Gifthealth Is a Unique Guest 02:15 – Meet Amy & Erin: Gifthealth's Operations & Product Leads 06:15 – What Is Gifthealth? Business Model & National Reach 10:18 – Helping Patients Access High-Cost Meds Affordably 13:52 – Scaling Fast: APIs, Automation & Efficiency 18:05 – 200K+ Patients & Building a Collaborative Culture 21:15 – Hiring in Hypergrowth: How They Staff Quickly 25:00 – Solving Last-Mile Delivery with Tech 27:30 – Keeping Patients Connected Through Notifications 31:45 – Prescribables  Hosted By: Mark Bivins | Chief Growth Officer, RedSail Technologies Guest: Amy Edzkowski | Vice President of Operations & Erin Simmons | Senior Product Manager, Operation Technology  Looking for more information about independent pharmacy? Visit https://www.redsailtechnologies.com 

Not sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://makemathmoments.com/grow/ Math coordinators and leaders – Ready to design your math improvement plan with guidance, support and using structure? Learn how to follow our 4 stage process. https://growyourmathprogram.com Looking to supplement your curriculum with problem based lessons and units? Make Math Moments Problem Based Lessons & UnitsAre your Math PLCs (Professional Learning Communities) or teacher collaboration meetings feeling unproductive? Do they often turn into extra prep time or casual check-ins rather than meaningful discussions that drive student learning? In this episode, we dive into how to reclaim and refocus your Math PLCs so they become a powerful force for improving math instruction. From defining the facilitator's role to structuring meetings for maximum impact, we'll share practical strategies to ensure collaboration leads to better student outcomes. If you're ready to transform your PLCs into high-impact learning spaces, this episode is for you!Key Takeaways:Shift from informal meetings to intentional, goal-driven collaboration focused on student learning.Ensure facilitators, teachers, and leadership teams have clear expectations to maximize efficiency.Implement a predictable meeting structure with data analysis, lesson planning, and instructional reflection.Focus discussions on instructional strategies and student outcomes rather than just operational tasks.Encourage open dialogue, shared decision-making, and accountability to ensure continuous improvement.Show NotesLove the show? Text us your big takeaway!Get a Customized Math Improvement Plan For Your District.Are you district leader for mathematics? Take the 12 minute assessment and you'll get a free, customized improvement plan to shape and grow the 6 parts of any strong mathematics program.Take the assessmentAre you wondering how to create K-12 math lesson plans that leave students so engaged they don't want to stop exploring your math curriculum when the bell rings? In their podcast, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr—founders of MakeMathMoments.com—share over 19 years of experience inspiring K-12 math students, teachers, and district leaders with effective math activities, engaging resources, and innovative math leadership strategies. Through a 6-step framework, they guide K-12 classroom teachers and district math coordinators on building a strong, balanced math program that grows student and teacher impact. Each week, gain fresh ideas, feedback, and practical strategies to feel more confident and motivate students to see the beauty in math. Start making math moments today by listening to Episode #139: "Making Math Moments From Day 1 to 180.

Companies invest millions in tech projects every day. Some deliver remarkable returns while others crash and burn, wasting fortunes and careers. The deciding factor? Rarely the technology itself—it's the disconnect between technical implementation and business objectives. In this episode, you'll learn a proven system for bridging this expensive gap. You will see how to diagnose misalignment, quantify its impact, and implement frameworks that create genuine understanding between technical and business teams. You'll get lessons you can use at work today. This episode is for you if you: Want make sure you get the best ROI on your tech innovation projects  Need to become the translator who can align technical realities with business goals Work in tech and are tired of business stakeholders changing requirements every week   For the transcript, go to: https://www.techfornontechies.co/blog/247-million-dollar-misunderstandings-how-to-fix-tech-business-disconnect   Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 00:56 Digital Transformation Failures 02:50 Tech and Business Misalignment 06:09 Diagnosing the Disconnect 09:03 Importance of Communication 11:59 Creating a Collaborative Culture 15:11 Taking Action on Survey Results     Resources mentioned in this episode: Harvard Business Review: Coding Isn't a Necessary Leadership Skill — But Digital Literacy Is FREE download: Anonymous Survey on the Tech–Business Divide    For more career & tech lessons, subscribe to Tech for Non-Techies on: Apple Spotify YouTube Amazon Podcasts Stitcher Pandora   FREE COURSE: 5 Tech Concepts Every Business Leader Needs To Know Growth Through Innovation If your organisation wants to drive revenue through innovation, book a call with us here. Our workshops and innovation strategies have helped Constellation Brands, the Royal Bank of Canada and Oxford University.

On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Ryan sits down with Elevation Association's Managing Partner, Ryan Passey, to discuss his experience moving from retail to the dental industry and the unique challenges dentists face in managing their practices. He highlights the significance of leadership emphasizing the importance of establishing a clear vision and core values to build a collaborative team environment. Finally, he discusses the importance of leaving a lasting legacy through service and the opportunities for engagement and growth within the dental community. Book a free consultation with a CFP® advisor who only works with dentists. Get an objective financial assessment and learn how Dentist Advisors can help you live your rich life.

In this episode, Ray Sclafani discusses the importance of effective communication in business, particularly within financial advisory teams. He outlines a four-step approach to enhance communication practices, which includes analyzing current communication channels, identifying gaps, building a communication framework, and strengthening communication through practice. The episode emphasizes the ripple effect of improved communication on team dynamics, client experiences, and overall business success.Key TakeawaysEffective communication is crucial for employee retention and profitability.Identifying gaps in communication can lead to significant improvements.Building a shared communication framework fosters collaboration.Training in communication can lead to higher team satisfaction.Clear agendas in meetings keep discussions productive.Clients notice and appreciate aligned and collaborative teams.Creating a culture of trust enhances overall business performance.For more information click here to visit The ClientWise Blog.Find Ray and the ClientWise Team on the ClientWise website or LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeTo join one of the largest digital communities of financial advisors, visit exchange.clientwise.com.

Change is inevitable in the workplace, but how it's managed can make or break your organization's culture. In this episode, we unpack the concept of “socializing change”—an approach that transforms uncertainty into opportunity by putting people at the center of the process. Here's what we cover: • The impact of rapid technological and societal changes on workplace dynamics. • Why engaging employees early in the change process fosters trust and collaboration. • Lessons from real-world examples: a salary shift that failed and a digital transformation that created resistance. • Actionable strategies for leaders, including transparent communication, empathy-driven problem-solving, and creative storytelling. We also spotlight Humans Are Underrated by Geoff Colvin, exploring the human traits—empathy, collaborative creativity, and storytelling—that are essential for shaping a positive workplace culture during times of change. Whether you're a leader navigating transformation or someone passionate about workplace culture, this episode is packed with insights to help you lead with purpose and build a stronger, more connected team. Try our free Culture Transformation Starter Kit!

Meghan Kelleher, Founder and CEO of Corner Market Communications, discusses the significance of a people-first culture and how it drives her business forward. She reflects on the core values her team developed. Meghan also emphasizes the role joy plays in fostering a thriving work environment.

In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt Boudreau welcomes back audio engineer David, initially featured in WCA #210. David dives into his journey since his last interview, sharing updates on his Portland-based studio move, reflections on the city's music scene post-COVID, and how the pandemic shifted industry dynamics. David offers insights on balancing live sound with studio recording, the adaptive approaches required in today's music landscape, and how Portland's music community is showing resilience in challenging times. David has worked with fourhundred, Lucid Aisle, Storm Large, Kelly Koval, Joshua Lowe and the Juncos. In This Episode, We Discuss: Relocating Studio Spaces and Adapting to New Work Environments Post-COVID Shifts in Portland's Music Scene and Industry-Wide Changes Balancing Live Sound, Studio Recording, and Creative Roles Community Support, Artist Resilience, and Collaborative Culture in Portland Freelance Audio Strategies: Workflow Tips, Gear Decisions, and Client Relations Navigating New Music Production Trends and Managing Technical Challenges Challenges in Sustaining a Music Career in a Changing Industry Landscape Matt's Rant: Refuse to Giveup Links and Show Notes: David's First Appearance on WCA Justin Phelps from Hallowed Halls David's Site Credits: Guest: David Streit Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell

Guest: Eric Brotman, CFP®, AEP®, CPWA®, is a Principal and the Chief Executive Officer of BFG Financial Advisors. Eric began his financial planning practice in Baltimore in 1994, and founded Brotman Financial Group in 2003, which later became BFG Financial Advisors. He and his team focus on supporting families and individuals by providing comprehensive financial planning and wealth management services. Eric is also the author of Don't Retire... Graduate!: Building a Path to Financial Freedom and Retirement at Any Age. In a Nutshell: As a founder/advisor, how does your role evolve over time? I frequently have these conversations with my coaching clients where we discuss what does the advisor want their role to be. In the early stages of your career, you have to do everything, but as the business grows, you have to decide what you're going to double down on and what you're going to let go of. There's no one answer that fits every advisor. Some advisors naturally and easily segue into a leadership role and give up most, if not all of their lead advisor client relationships. Other advisors do not enjoy the management role of running the business, managing people, and they prefer the relationship side of the business and business development. Regardless of which route you want to go, you have to figure out how to build the team and the infrastructure around you so that every function within the organization is getting taken care of at a high level such that you can focus on what you do best, what you enjoy the most, and that moves the needle for the company. On today's show, Eric Brotman and I have a wide-ranging conversation that touches on evolving your role over time, succession planning, transitioning clients, teamwork, scalable processes, and how to accelerate organic growth without losing a human touch.

In this episode, we explore the role of teachers in building a culture of collaboration with parents. Mary Broadsmith shares her insights and practical tips on fostering open communication, building trust, and engaging parents as active partners in their child's learning journey. Mary also emphasizes the importance of virtue education and the responsibility teachers have to model professionalism and character for their students.    Key Topics:  Creating a Collaborative Culture with Parents  Benefits of inviting parents into the classroom  Strategies for open communication and trust-building  Effective Communication Techniques  Building rapport with parents during meetings  Handling difficult conversations and emails with professionalism  The Role of Virtue Education  Integrating virtues into the classroom environment  Encouraging students to make positive choices and take responsibility        Join the Conversation:    Follow us on Instagram @theparentteacherproject  Find out more about the Pared Foundation: visit our website   Discover our schools by visiting: pared.edu.au/openday   Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes  

James Cooper, Tracy Roberts and Elly Colvin explore the Challenge Continuum, a powerful framework that shifts the narrative from conflict to healthy challenge, enhancing psychological safety and team dynamics. Through engaging discussions and real-life examples, we uncover strategies to deliver and receive feedback effectively, even in high-pressure environments. Learn how to establish a culture of open communication, build trust, and foster growth in your organisation. Useful Links: ​⁠⁠⁠Trans2 Performance Website⁠⁠⁠ - See what we do! ​⁠⁠⁠Socials⁠⁠⁠ - Follow for a whole range of content Chapters Introduction and Setting the Stage (00:00 - 02:00) Introduction of the hosts including T2's newest Consultant, Elly Colvin followed by an overview of the episode's topic. Understanding the Challenge Continuum (02:01 - 07:00) Explanation of the Challenge Continuum and its relevance in leadership and communication. From Conflict to Healthy Challenge (07:01 - 15:00) Discussion on how to reframe conflict as a challenge and the psychological benefits. Building Psychological Safety in the Workplace (15:01 - 23:00) Strategies for fostering an environment where employees feel safe to express concerns and give feedback. Real-Life Scenarios and Examples (23:01 - 30:00) Hosts share real-life examples of managing feedback and challenges in professional settings. Effective Communication Techniques (30:01 - 37:00) Practical tips on how to communicate effectively, even in difficult situations. Cultural and Contextual Considerations (37:01 - 42:00) Discussion on the impact of cultural differences on communication styles and conflict resolution. Final Thoughts and Takeaways (42:01 - 43:32) Summary of key insights and actionable steps for listeners to apply in their own work environments. Recommended Listening: Conducting Cultural Surveys: Turning Insights into Tangible Change  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1wxvCEWom6oX6caPn92dEj?si=HuNvSsrWTiimULcdTIH10g Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-t2-hubcast/id1452086746?i=1000638146450 How to Build a High-Performing Team: Attributes, Dynamics & Communication Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1wxvCEWom6oX6caPn92dEj?si=HuNvSsrWTiimULcdTIH10g Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-t2-hubcast/id1452086746?i=1000658124940 The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team Dissected: Conflict Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4NoAu3XQC3HcC0j6T8ouLc?si=Upqig7vtRw2O1nAcuxnIGw  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-t2-hubcast/id1452086746?i=1000547870515 Active Listening Techniques You Need To Silence Advice Monsters Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/33asvUApu3yZCGY65h2ZDA?si=0iLm_I2dQki99ODH74_V2w  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-t2-hubcast/id1452086746?i=1000650644299

In this episode, Jimmy Purdy and Travis May highlight social media's growing importance for attracting customers and increasing business visibility. They discuss the benefits of collaboration among competing shops rather than cutthroat competition, emphasizing the need for mutual support in addressing industry challenges. Additionally, Travis shares his experiences navigating regulatory changes and the complexities of making crucial business decisions, particularly in separating his towing and repair divisions. 00:00 Family history of the shop in Wrightwood, California.05:41 Understanding mistakes and adapting to change mindset.10:35 Limited knowledge of taxes, focusing on towing.18:13 Brand BDG group as a unified, supportive entity.22:46 Unity and support make a powerful force.30:48 Community outreach through soapbox derby race planning.35:21 Shift from niche shops to all-in-one shops.38:28 Deep customer conversations lead to tough decisions.45:44 Unidentified issues lead to expensive repairs.49:08 Charging for warranty, overlooked details, feedback vital.55:16 Learning from each other, staying ahead.59:18 Dispatching tasks and instructions to technicians effectively.01:05:15 Unexpected power of personal experience and impact. Thanks to our sponsor, Shop Boss! See how they can simplify your auto shop HERE

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Jeremy Neisser interviews Kassidy Ellenby, the Executive Associate Athletic Director for Marketing and Communications at DePaul University, about an open role for the Associate Athletics Director for Marketing and Fan Experience. They discuss the duties and expectations of the role, including overseeing marketing efforts for men's basketball, managing a budget, and coordinating sponsorship activations. They also talk about the game day atmosphere at Wintrust Arena, the importance of fan engagement, and the strategies for increasing student attendance at sporting events. The conversation highlights the collaborative culture at DePaul and the opportunities for growth and development within the athletic department.TakeawaysThe open role at DePaul University is for the Associate Athletics Director for Marketing and Fan Experience, with a focus on men's basketball.The role involves overseeing marketing efforts, managing a budget, and coordinating sponsorship activations.The game day atmosphere at Wintrust Arena is top-notch, with pyro towers, immersive video boards, and engaging in-game entertainment.Increasing student attendance at sporting events is a priority, and partnerships with campus organizations and targeted communication strategies are used to promote events and offer incentives.DePaul University offers a collaborative and supportive culture, with opportunities for growth and development within the athletic department.Chapters00:00 - Introduction and Overview of the Open Role03:02 - Creating an Engaging Game Day Atmosphere at Wintrust Arena05:48 - Increasing Student Attendance at Sporting Events08:51 - Collaborative Culture and Opportunities for Growth at DePaul UniversityTo review the job posting and apply - DePaul UniversityConnect with Kassidy on LinkedIn or through DePaul Athletics. Sports Marketing Machine on LinkedInSports Marketing Machine on InstagramBook a call with Jeremy from Sports Marketing Machine

Today we are speaking with Chris Dyer, CEO and acclaimed company culture expert, consistently guided organizations to become recognized as "Best Places to Work" and achieved five- time recognition as the fastest-growing company by Inc Magazine. As the #1 Leadership Speaker on Culture and author of three bestselling books, including "The Power of Company Culture and Remote Work, Chris stands as a Top 50 Global Thought Leader. ___How Prepared is Your Team for the Next Big Disruption? Future-proof your team with Malosiminds.com Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life Connect with Marc >>> Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show!Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet!*A special thanks to MONOS, our official travel partner for Behind the Human! Use MONOSBTH10 at check-out for savings on your next purchase. ✈️*Special props

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise------Team-First LeadershipGet inspired by Kirsty Bozlee, VP of Operations at UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising,She shares a powerful moment when she stood up for a team member and this single action boosted engagement, loyalty, and team morale.It not only highlights the organization's core values but also sets a strong example of leadership in action.You'll hear me even gasp because her story is so awe inspiring. It's really something that we can strive to instill in our teams and cultures!-------Kirsty brings over a decade of experience at UnCruise Adventures, starting from a steward aboard the Legacy to her current role as VP of Operations.With a background rooted in hospitality and a passion for customer service, Kirsty has held 8 different roles within UnCruise, showcasing her versatility and dedication to the company.------UnCruise is a favorite company of ours, and you're going to love them and their entire team.We've cruised with them to Alaska and Baja, and they both were remarkable and so unique.So much so that I've hosted the founder Captain Dan Blanchard, The Cruise Line CEO Leading a Revolution, and three of their guides on the show...She Leads in the Dangerous Wilderness, Mareth GriffithHe's Lead Over 100 Alaskan Expeditions, Ben MarolfThe Expedition Leader Behind 800 Epic Wilderness Treks, Kelly Sutter...and now they've even become a sponsor!.You'll Also Discover:When Happened When Should Stood Up for an Employee.The Biggest Misconception About Cruises.A Tip for Fostering a Collaborative Culture.The Advice Her Father Gave Her that's Fueled her Career.Her Biggest Source of Inspiration.Her Most Memorable Moment on at UnCruise..The Magic You Can Expect.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

In this episode, Sven and Daniel interview Aakash from Pixxel, a company that is launching a constellation of the world's highest resolution hyperspectral satellites. Aakash shares his journey into the space industry and explains the importance of hyperspectral data in monitoring and analyzing various vital indicators on Earth. He discusses the challenges of selling a product that is still in development and the need for customer education. Aakash also highlights the unique culture and collaborative nature of the space industry. The conversation covers topics such as the differentiation of hyperspectral data from multispectral data and the future impact of hyperspectral data on Earth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast 05:34 Selling a Product in the Space Industry 10:01 The Culture and Collaboration in the Space Industry 16:05 Advancements in Hyperspectral Technology 24:43 Specialization and Differentiation in the Earth Observation Industry 32:23 Market Development in India 36:20 Data Downlink and Distribution Challenges 39:47 The Future Impact of Hyperspectral Data on Earth Aakash is the Chief Commercial Officer at Pixxel, a space data company building the world's first and highest resolution commercial hyperspectral constellation. He heads the growth and revenue functions, including global sales, marketing and customer success. Aakash has set up programs to provide government and commercial customers with access to Pixxel's hyperspectral datasets as well as Aurora - Pixxel's Earth observation studio.  Aakash has spent the past decade in frontier technology sales and is passionate about bringing breakthrough innovations to new markets. Before joining Pixxel, Aakash led business development in international markets for various startups in the AgTech and PropTech domains. Aakash has completed several courses in data science and remote sensing to supplement his business background. Follow Aakash and Pixxel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aakashparekh https://www.pixxel.space/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/pixxelspace/ Follow NewSpaceVision: https://de.linkedin.com/company/newspacevision https://twitter.com/newspacevision https://www.instagram.com/newspacevision/ https://www.facebook.com/newspacevision/ https://www.meetup.com/de-DE/newspace/ This podcast is sponsored by LiveEO. For more information on how Earth observation can help your company, contact: info@live-eo.com podcast@newspace.vision podcast@live-eo.com

When faced with monumental business decisions, how can leaders navigate the intricate balance between personal fulfillment and professional success? Lindsey Epperly is the CEO of Jetset World Travel, which she has scaled from a one-person operation into a team of over 80 dedicated members, recently recognized on the Inc. 5000 List of fastest-growing companies. She has been named to the Forbes Next 1000 List and was most inspired by navigating her industry's greatest crisis while expecting her first child, a season she affectionately refers to as the “MBA I never wanted.” Lindsey is dedicated to fighting burnout and imposter syndrome while teaching others how to turn obstacles into opportunities on her podcast, Who Made You The Boss? In this episode of the Crown Yourself podcast, host Kimberly Spencer interviews Lindsey Epperly, CEO of Jetset World Travel. Lindsey shares her journey of navigating the travel industry during the global pandemic, scaling her business, and the personal challenges she faced, including balancing motherhood and leadership. She discusses the emotional aspects of entrepreneurship, the importance of intentional leadership, and fostering a collaborative workplace culture. Lindsey also highlights her significant achievements, such as landing on the cover of Luxury Travel Advisor and making the Inc 5000 list, and emphasizes the value of diverse perspectives and personal growth. What you will learn from this episode… Challenges and transformations faced by Lindsey Epperly as a leader in the travel industry during the global pandemic Emotional and personal decisions made by Lindsey, including balancing business and personal life Lindsey's struggles as a leader, feelings of burnout, and the need to let go of control to grow Influence of Lindsey's parents, who were entrepreneurs, on her approach to business Importance of understanding one's calling and empowering individuals on the team Impact of societal conditioning on gender roles and the need to celebrate and honor the superpowers of both men and women Fostering a culture of collaboration over competition within the workplace Lindsey's journey in the travel industry and the shift to a service-based model in her agency Importance of embracing diverse opinions and backgrounds within the company Lindsey's pivotal moments in her business journey and her commitment to personal and professional growth Enjoy, sovereigns! Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or your favorite podcast listening platform. You can also watch the episode on Youtube. Moments of Note: Navigating the Pandemic (00:00:00) The impact of the pandemic on the travel industry and the challenges faced by leaders in the midst of global crisis. Scaling a Travel Agency (00:02:28) The seemingly crazy decision to scale a travel agency during a pandemic and the support system required to achieve such growth. Leadership Challenges (00:04:15) The personal and business decisions faced by a leader during a crisis, including the impact on family and the business. Emotional Struggles (00:07:36) The emotional toll faced by a leader during challenging times and the struggle with burnout and control. Motherhood and Leadership (00:10:35) The transformational impact of motherhood on leadership and the shift from being a martyr to being a model. Lessons from Previous Generations (00:14:10) The influence of parental role models on entrepreneurship and the need to break free from generational thinking in business. Identity and Business (00:16:35) The co-dependency between personal identity and business success, and the need to establish a healthy dynamic with the business. Lessons Learned (00:18:43) The growth and maturity gained through the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the distinction between capability and calling. Leadership and Entrepreneurship (00:19:01) Discussion about leadership, entrepreneurship, and the importance of identifying one's calling. Business Maturation (00:20:11) Comparison of business growth to raising a child and the challenges of letting go of one's creative projects. Gender Differences in Business and Creativity (00:21:43) Exploring the differences in approaching business and creativity between men and women. Visionary-Integrator Dynamic (00:23:45) Discussion on the visionary-integrator dynamic between the speaker and her husband in both personal and business settings. Travel Agency Experience (00:25:22) The speaker's experience of traveling while building her travel agency business. Service-Based Mentality (00:26:45) Transitioning to a service-based model and the importance of separating self-worth from the service provided. Personal and Professional Development (00:28:31) Comparison of personal development in entrepreneurship and parenthood. Female Relationships and Leadership (00:30:03) Importance of women celebrating and supporting each other, and healing the sisterhood wound. Fostering a Collaborative Culture (00:33:01) Intentional creation of a collaborative and supportive culture in the workplace. Challenges of Leadership (00:34:40) Reflecting on moments of silence and missed opportunities in leadership. Hiring and Diversity (00:37:03) Recognizing the initial mistake of seeking miniature versions of oneself and the importance of diversity in leadership and managerial roles. Hiring for Diversity (00:37:28) Lindsey discusses the importance of diverse opinions and backgrounds in creating a positive culture within the company. Leadership vs. Management (00:38:18) Lindsey talks about her transition from managing people to empowering them, and the strategy behind filling specific roles in the company. Letting Go of Control (00:39:17) Lindsey discusses the ongoing process of letting go of control and the concept of "monsters that save us" in relation to personal and business growth. Empowering Others (00:41:06) Lindsey shares her insights on empowering her team and moving towards her own calling, emphasizing the importance of leadership and empowering others. Zone of Excellence vs. Zone of Genius (00:41:57) The discussion revolves around identifying activities that were excelled at but were not aligned with Lindsey's zone of genius, particularly in the context of her entrepreneurial journey. Navigating Anxiety (00:44:17) Lindsey talks about her realization that anxiety is not necessary for ambition and how she listens to her gut to navigate through anxiety-inducing situations. Balancing Roles (00:46:50) Lindsey discusses the challenges and strategies for switching hats between being a mother, a leader, and a creative, emphasizing open communication and understanding personal needs. Support Network (00:48:55) The conversation delves into the support network within the business and at home, highlighting the importance of having a supportive partner and childcare. Zone of Genius as a Mom and at Work (00:51:26) Lindsey shares her experiences in embracing play as a mom and her zone of genius in nurturing and teaching, as well as her passion for motivating and inspiring in her work. Lessons and Reflections (00:54:01) Lindsey shares a heartwarming lesson from her daughter about handling trolls, highlighting the beauty of motherhood and the moments that move her. These are the timestamps covered in the podcast episode transcription segment. Setting and achieving business goals (00:55:39) Lindsey discusses exceeding her business goals, including landing on the cover of a prestigious magazine and making the Inc 5000 list. Amplifying the company's vision (00:56:16) Lindsey talks about setting the goal to amplify the company, getting out of the industry's echo chamber, and sharing the Jetset story. Favorite female character and morning routine (00:58:01) Lindsey discusses her favorite female character and shares her morning routine with two little girls. Evening routine and current reading (00:59:39) Lindsey talks about her evening routine with kids and shares the book she is currently reading. Defining queendom and self-reflection (01:00:41) Lindsey defines her queendom and talks about the importance of self-evaluation and self-growth. Connecting with Lindsey (01:01:21) Lindsey shares how to connect with her through her podcast, travel company, and personal social media accounts. Mentions + Additional Resources: "Untamed by Glennon Doyle": "00:11:36" "Who Made You The Boss?": "00:12:53" "Founder's Dilemma": "00:18:25" "Project Slimfast": "00:08:14" "Jetset World Travel": "00:00:00" "Crown Yourself Podcast": "00:01:23" "Bob Goff": "00:00:00" "Up Early Travel": "00:03:41" "Michaelides' Book "All In: How Obsessive Leaders Achieve the Extraordinary"": "00:19:51" "Elizabeth Gilbert's Quote on Marie Forleo": "00:20:57" "Prophet First by Mike Berkowitz": "00:20:57" "Theresa's Podcast Launch Party": "00:30:26" "Silence Breeds Insecurity Quote by Jeremy": "00:34:40" "Book Mentioned: "The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership"": "00:41:57" "Book Mentioned: The speaker's upcoming book": "00:40:41" "Acton Children's Business Fair": "00:54:49" "Podcast Role Lesson": "00:53:04" "Teresa's Podcast": "00:41:57" "The speaker's Instagram Stories": "00:52:58" "The speaker's Podcast": "00:52:58" "The speaker's Writing": "00:52:58" "The speaker's Sales Role": "00:42:50" "The speaker's Business Coaching and Advice": "00:39:13" "The speaker's Leadership Role": "00:40:37" "The speaker's Business": "00:39:13" "The speaker's Independent Contractors": "00:38:18" "The speaker's Team Building Strategy": "00:38:18" "Luxury Travel Advisor Magazine": "00:55:39" "Forbes": "00:55:39" "Inc 5000 list": "00:56:16" "Glennon Doyle's book "Untamed"": "00:58:31" "Peloton": "00:59:19" "The Setback Cycle by Amy Lowenthal": "01:00:17" "Who Made You the Boss podcast": "01:01:27" "Jetset World Travel website": "01:01:54" "Lindsey Appley's Instagram and LinkedIn": "01:01:54" "Crown Yourself Now": "01:02:16" Connect with Lindsey Epperly WEBSITE: https://www.lindseyepperly.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/jetsetworldtrvl INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lindseyepperly/ LINKED IN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseyepperly/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@WhoMadeYouTheBoss.Podcast APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/who-made-you-the-boss/id1719538527 Transcript: For a full episode transcript, it can be found here. 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Rob Salvato is joined by Daniel Fusco (Crossroads Community Church) and Zach Vestnys (Calvary Petaluma) to talk through building a flourishing culture of partnership and collaboration amongst our church and ministry and teams. --- Crossroads Community Church - ⁠crossroadschurch.net⁠ Calvary Petaluma - ⁠calvarypetaluma.org

Rob Salvato is joined by Daniel Fusco (Crossroads Community Church) and Zach Vestnys (Calvary Petaluma) to talk through building a flourishing culture of partnership and collaboration amongst our church and ministry and teams. --- Crossroads Community Church - crossroadschurch.net Calvary Petaluma - calvarypetaluma.org

Get subscriber-only episodes and email-exclusive insights at RealEstateTeamOS.com/subscribeEvery week you meet and learn from a different leader on Real Estate Team OS. Typically, you meet a visionary or an integrator, an owner or an operator, an entrepreneur or an intrapreneur. This week, you get both in the same episode! Jose Samano and Jeffery McGonigle are co-owners of Power Real Estate Group in Orange County, California. Jose is the visionary; Jeffery is the integrator and operator.Together, they bring you inside their journey of attracting, onboarding, and empowering the right people - after initially trying to recruit everyone. You'll learn what a collaborative culture looks like and how it operates. And you'll understand how and why they're turning new agents into “sales athletes” in a real estate industry that's embracing professionalism.Watch or listen for Jeffery's and Jose's insights into:- The shift to a more professional industry and the grit and love of fundamentals that success in it requires- How one started in the industry as a teenager and the other came from corporate management- Tips and tactics for more effective SOPs (it's easier and more important than you think)- How they've structured their 140-person team to deliver lower-funnel leads and lots of support systems to agents- Why they celebrate VAs' birthdays just like they do every other team member- Why “We don't want to change people. We want to enhance them.”- Why everyone is in-office by 830am, role-playing by 9am, and on the phones by 930am- Why “You don't have to be a new agent, but you have to be willing to take on new ideas.”- Why “The North Star has to be the client.”- How their agent advisory board process works and what makes it successful- How their 30-day onboarding and 12-week training programs work and what makes them successful- How they do collaborative call listening and coaching - spending 45 minutes on a 5-minute call- Specific tips to work more effectively with VAsAt the end, learn what the Orlando Magic have in common with The Laughton Team, just how inexpensive a unique dining experience can be in LA, and how a book can pour into you, your office, and your agents.Check out our previous two-guest episode:- https://www.realestateteamos.com/episode/ryan-rodenbeck-john-mccarthy-spyglass-leadership-structureConnect with Jeffery, Jose, and Power Real Estate Group:- https://www.instagram.com/jeffery_mcgonigle/- https://www.instagram.com/joserobertosamano- https://www.pwregroup.com/Learn more about Real Estate Team OS:- https://www.realestateteamos.com- https://linktr.ee/realestateteamosFollow Real Estate Team OS:- https://www.instagram.com/realestateteamos/- https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateteamos

If you're enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey's weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/ This week we are joined by renowned psychologist and researcher, Michael Muthukrishna, as he explores the fascinating topic of mental health in the context of a rapidly changing world. In this thought-provoking video, Michael challenges the traditional Western interpretation of mental health and offers innovative perspectives on how we can foster well-being in our personal lives and society at large. Through discussions on social sciences, personal culture, flow state, positive-sum relationships, and collaborative culture, he provides actionable insights on creating a more mentally healthy and fulfilling modern world. ==== 0:00 Intro  3:08 Michael's Story: The Theory of Everyone 9:27 How the Western World Interprets Mental Health  14:51 Social Sciences & Personal Culture 19:23 Innovating Our Perspective on Mental Health  21:47 The Prepared Mind: What we can Do 25:51 Flowstate While Being in the Modern World  27:26 Cultivating Positive-Sum Relationships 34:48 Truth is Collective, Not Individual  35:48 A Collaborative Culture  41:25 Michael's Mental Health Practices  44:23 Conclusion ==== Michael Muthukrishna is Associate Professor of Economic Psychology at the London School of Economics. He is also Affiliate of the Developmental Economics Group at STICERD, Affiliate of the LSE Data Science Institute, CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar in the Boundaries, Membership and Belonging  programme at the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research, and Technical Director of The Database of Religious History. He is also a board member of the One Pencil Project. Website: https://www.michael.muthukrishna.com/ A Theory of Everyone: The New Science of Who We Are, How We Got Here, and Where We're Going: https://www.amazon.com/Theory-Everyone-Science-Where-Going/dp/026204837X ==== Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/ Website: https://drewramseymd.com

Co-dependency is having a moment. You've probably heard of co-dependency from social media, or perhaps you've heard of support groups that help people with co-dependency. People with codependency at work often form or maintain relationships that are one-sided and emotionally destructive. This behavior is not new. It's been in the workplace probably as long as we've had workplaces and relationships. I've spent over 25 years working with people and these types of support groups and in this episode I discuss: Understanding the Core of Co-dependencyRecognizing the Continuum: From Being Nice to CodependencyThe Dance of the Giver and the TakerTips for What to Do if You Find Yourself in These Roles Show Notes: Learn more about Codependency: Codependent No More: Melanie BeattieThe Career Refresh Episode 39: People Pleasing and the Misuse of Your Strengths Codependents Anonymous, CoDA.orgAl-Anon Family Groups Support the Show.Jill Griffin is committed to making workplaces more successful for everyone through leadership training and development, team dynamics workshops, and employee well-being programs. Her executive coaching, workshop facilitation, and innovative thinking have driven multi-million-dollar revenues for top agencies, startups, and renowned brands. Collaborating with individuals, teams, and organizations, Jill fosters high-performance and inclusive cultures while facilitating organizational growth. Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for more details on: Book a 1:1 Career Strategy and Executive Coaching HERE Gallup CliftonStrengths Corporate Workshops to build a strengths-based culture Team Dynamics training to increase retention, communication, goal setting, and effective decision-making Keynote Speaking Grab a personal Resume Refresh with Jill Griffin HERE Follow @JillGriffinOffical on Instagram for daily inspiration Connect with and follow Jill on LinkedIn

Get subscriber-only episodes instantly, plus email-exclusive insights and guest previews every week - sign up at https://www.realestateteamos.com/subscribeGo inside a top-ten team in the nation ($1B in sales volume and nearly 2,500 transaction sides in 2023) in this Inside The Team episode with Tony Tramontozzi, Team Leader of The Tozzi Group inside The Laughton Team in Phoenix, Arizona.Hear how Tony transitioned from property management to become a real estate agent, how he stepped into and then back from a regional team leader role before starting his own team within The Laughton Team (timing is everything), and what the next steps are for him and his six-agent team.  You'll get a look into his bi-weekly accountability calls with agents and a hands-on, human-to-human practice he'll always maintain even though some people automate it.  You'll also understand the benefits of building a team inside a team - and what it takes to attract new agents and make them successful. Watch or listen for Tony's insights into:- What a collaborative culture looks like in action- How he shifted from property management and joined The Laughton Team back when they had just a half dozen agents- Why the timing of a leadership role makes all the difference (one he stepped into and stepped back from before starting his own team within the team)- The big shift a new team leader has to take - both as a mindset and in day-to-day practice- How to make your team attractive to new agents- What his bi-weekly accountability conversations with agents look like and why he asks “what got in the way?” more than “why?”- What specifically gets in the way of new agents meeting their commitments and goals- How he leverages tech and what he keeps as a hands-on, human-to-human, and in-the-moment video texting practice (even though some people automate it)- How he's thinking about potentially hiring his first staff member, assigning a co-team-leader, and stepping back a little from sales production to be more available to his agentsAt the end, learn why he loves a team with haters and a team that's had some down years.Connect with Tony Tramontozzi and The Laughton Team:- https://myphoenixhomesearch.com/team/tony-tramontozzi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonytramontozzi/ - https://www.instagram.com/laughtonteam/ - https://www.facebook.com/laughtonteam/ Follow Real Estate Team OS: - https://www.instagram.com/realestateteamos/ - https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateteamos Learn more about Real Estate Team OS: - https://www.realestateteamos.com/subscribe/ - https://linktr.ee/realestateteamos Get subscriber-only episodes instantly, plus email-exclusive insights and guest previews every week - sign up at https://www.realestateteamos.com/subscribe

So you want to lead your team toward innovation. Does that require that you know where you're going? Not according to Linda Hill.Hill is a professor of business administration at Harvard Business School whose research focuses on leadership and how organizations achieve innovation. When it comes to generating breakthrough ideas, Hill says it's less about a creative vision and more about stepping into the unknown. “Innovation [is] not about an individual coming up with a new idea,” she says. “Instead, innovation is the result of the collaboration of people with diverse expertise and diverse perspectives coming together, being able to collaborate, being able to experiment together and learn.”In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Hill and host Matt Abrahams discuss how leaders can foster cultures and environments where innovation thrives — where teams use communication and collaboration to “co-create the future.”Episode Reference Links:Harvard Business School Profile: Website Linda's books: Collective Genius: The Art and Practice of Leading Innovation Being the Boss, with a New Preface: The 3 Imperatives for Becoming a Great Leader Becoming a Manager: How New Managers Master the Challenges of Leadership Linda's article on the value of collaboration & conflict: Collective Genius Communicator Linda admires: Vineet Nayar + Employees First, Customers Second Connect:Email Questions & Feedback >>> thinkfast@stanford.eduEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn Page, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInStanford GSB >>> LinkedIn & TwitterChapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionHost Matt Abrahams introduces guest Linda Hill, an expert in leadership development and innovation from Harvard Business School.(00:01:10) Leading for Innovation vs. Leading for ChangeFundamental differences between leading for innovation and for change, and the unique challenges required for innovation.(00:02:53) Creating a Culture of InnovationThe essential components of a culture that promotes innovation, with focus on communication and collaboration.(00:06:21) The Role of Shared Values and Purpose in InnovationShared values, and the distinction between vision and purpose within innovative organizations.(00:09:43) Communication's Impact on InnovationHow effective communication facilitates innovation, including strategies for engaging diverse teams and the significance of storytelling.(00:14:30) Conflict and Creativity in Collaborative EnvironmentsThe value of conflict in innovation, and how managing disagreements and diverse viewpoints can lead to more creative solutions.(00:16:06) The Final Three QuestionsLinda Hill shares practices to foster collaboration with others, a communicator she admires, and her ingredients for successful communication.(00:19:54) ConclusionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How does interdisciplinary learning help enchance creative thinking? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett speak with interdisciplinary educator Alyssa Matuchniak and School Principal Cathleen Scott about the innovative approaches at Three Springs High School. The discussion highlights how creativity and flexibility in curriculum design can address diverse student needs and foster an environment where every student thrives. Alyssa shares inspiring examples from her teaching experience, including projects where students explore health topics through various art forms, such as songwriting and video game design, demonstrating the school's commitment to student-led learning and expression. The hosts and guests emphasize the significance of fostering a "culture of yes" within schools, where staff are encouraged to be both prepared and willing to adapt based on student feedback and interests. This philosophy not only supports educational engagement but also builds trust, allowing students to feel valued and understood. The conversation points out the crucial role of collaboration among educators and the importance of principals and teachers working together to cultivate a creative and inclusive school culture that embraces all students, regardless of their backgrounds or challenges. Further exploring the operational side of creativity in education, the episode covers the logistical and strategic frameworks that support innovative teaching methods at Three Springs High School. Challenges such as scheduling, interdisciplinary collaboration, and maintaining dynamic teaching approaches are discussed. Principal Cathleen Scott elaborates on the strategies for overcoming these challenges, emphasizing the school's community-centric approach that nurtures belonging and care among students and staff. About our guests: Catheleen Scott is the principal at Three Springs High School. Her work marries the disciplines of social work and education to create a student-centered learning environment, where kids who need something different from the traditional model of schooling can thrive. In her years since becoming the TSHS principal, Catheleen has spearheaded several significant changes, including a shift from online credit retrieval to project-based learning, a move towards consistent co-teaching, and a shift to interdisciplinary coursework. An advocate for the voices of students at the fringes, Catheleen strives to create a school culture and climate rooted deeply in community, belonging, and care for others. Alyssa Matuchniak is a multidisciplinary educator-poet at Three Springs High School in Cheney, WA, with six years experience in teaching and professional writing. A South Bay Teacher of the Year award recipient, Alyssa's pedagogy embodies project-based learning, culturally responsive education, and principles of Universal Design. When not teaching, she slams at open mics and promotes her book, Small Wars, Little Revolutions. She earned her M.A. in Teaching from UC Irvine and her B.A. in Literature from UC Santa Cruz.     Eager to bring more creativity into your school district? Check out our sponsor Curiosity2Create.org and CreativeThinkingNetwork.com What to learn more about Design Thinking in Education?  Do you want to build a sustained culture of innovation and creativity at your school? Visit WorwoodClassroom.com to understand how Design Thinking can promote teacher creativity and support professional growth in the classroom.  Subscribe to our monthly newsletter!

In this episode, Tacey is joined by the Founder of Dignity Leadership Consulting & Author of "You're Doing It Wrong, Stop Managing & Start Leading," Rich Levene.  Rich discusses his journey from being a high producer to learning what true leadership is through his master's program. He emphasizes the importance of trust, hope, humility, and empathy in leadership and how building a culture of leadership within a business involves everyone, not just those in formal leadership roles. Tune in to hear more about Rich's rich insights and experiences in leadership and personal growth! Timestamps: 3:17: The Importance of Doing It Right 5:56: Leader vs. Manager Distinction 6:36: Leading People, Managing Things 9:48: Collaboration vs. Cooperation 10:05: Fostering a Collaborative Culture 17:26: Addressing Authoritarian Leadership 19:07: Creating a Culture of Leadership   Rich's Contact Information: Website: www.richardlevene.com Instagram: @dignityleadership LinkedIn: @richlevene Link to Book: You're Doing It Wrong   Tacey's Contact Information:  Website and Social Media Links: www.taceyatkinson.com  @taceyatkinson Thank you for tuning in, and Tacey looks forward to having more valuable conversations together in the future. Remember: Customer Centric Cultures Create Magical Customer Experiences. Now Go Spread the Magic!  

Seth Streeter, Founder and Chief Impact Officer of Mission Wealth, has some very clear principles. He wants to help clients redefine wealth, and has created a service model that places inspiration, balance, and purpose at the center of a holistic process. For advisors, this means creating a collaborative culture backed up by custom tech. The goal is to ensure that clients feel a sense of shared mission that goes beyond planning, especially for clients facing transitions.  Seth and Derek touch on a lot of areas on this episode, but you'll want more from this very thoughtful industry leader. Here's where you can find it:  Seth Streeter TEDx Talk www.sethstreeter.com

While collaboration isn't exactly some new cutting-edge concept, it is arguably more important than ever before. You don't have to scan the news for long to see that there are significant challenges facing society - challenges that we have been poorly tackling. And you don't have to reflect for long to see that there are impacts for organisations - including threats to viability - if they do not commence successfully managing these challenges soon. How to create a Collaborative Culture Economic uncertainty. Extreme weather events. Supply chain issues. The impact of digital disruption. Geopolitical conflict. Whatever the issue, few organisations have been successful at dealing with the complexity and uncertainty faced. That is where collaboration comes in. It not only improves our ability to be better informed about the context faced and therefore, make better decisions, but it also helps grow the resources that we have at our disposal to deal with our challenges. The opportunities available - innovative solutions, improved reputation, and trust, enhanced staff engagement - are significant. Too often, however, our collaborative efforts are too superficial, going nowhere. So, how can collaboration be embedded within the "way we do things around here?" Pull the Levers To increase the potential for collaboration to become successfully embedded within your organisation, it is worthwhile appreciating that there are numerous levers that you have, internally, at your disposal. Rather than taking a narrow cast view, you have a far better chance of success if you take a holistic approach, particularly as all levers reinforce one another: There are many ways that you can call on each of these levers but let's now look at some of the common means to build a collaborative culture. Strategy: But Why? Don't jump into collaboration just because you saw an article spruiking it in the Irish Tech News. As a team, you need to be very clear why you would want to implement a collaborative culture in the first place. Is collaboration necessary for innovation? Do you wish to enter a new market through collaborative means? Or improve relationships with outraged customers or other stakeholders? Whatever the answer, clarity around how collaboration will support your corporate strategy or vision is the key; without it, collaboration just becomes another fad function like sustainability that never gets the resources, training, or executive support necessary to be anything more than something superficial for marketing purposes. And make no mistake, your stakeholders see right through that every day of the week. Structure: Who Really Is Calling the Shots? The main point to make about structure is that it sends signals to staff about who has control and the ability to make decision. In hierarchical structures, for example, decision making is centralised, establishing boundaries as to what is acceptable. Consequently, even if your new strategy raves about the benefits of collaboration, that doesn't mean that staff will suddenly change established norms. Critical to good collaboration is strong relationships and trust in each other and trust in the ability to collaborate. So, how can structure enhance collaboration? Do you have good spaces at work to stimulate collaboration? What are you implementing to stimulate cross-team or cross-divisional collaboration? If collaborators are based in separate cities or countries, what needs to be implemented to ensure not only that a safe space exists, but also that strong relationships are enabled. People: Fulfilling Their Potential People will often respond very well to the opportunity to solve problems and make decisions, individually or collectively, if they feel supported. That then opens up a number of questions that you need to consider; namely: What training is necessary? Certainly, there may be courses on collaboration that are appealing to your organisation. However, it is critical to facilitate a culture of o...

Laura Brusca, Chief Communications Officer at Forbes, discusses her team's strategies for success when promoting and protecting the brand. Laura talks about her involvement with New York Women in Communications (NYWICI). Laura also explains the important role of relationship-building.

This week our host Brandi Starr is joined by returning guest, Avnita Gulati, Head of Marketing at Genasys Inc. Avnita is a B2B enterprise marketing executive with experience leading revenue-based marketing organization that delivers new business pipeline and expands footprint within the customer base. As a change agent, Avnita leverages data, technology, and analytics to deliver successful, scalable marketing programs that drive company growth. Avnita drives transformation by leading the vision for global go-to-market planning, steering cross functional collaboration through alignment, and building a multi-channel marketing strategy. She empowers and motivates the team by creating a culture of innovation and growth to support the company's evolution and develops a long-term strategy that's rooted in program performance, scalable models, and analytics. On the couch in this week's episode of Revenue Rehab, Brandi and Avnita will tackle Two Leaders, One Vision: The CEO & CMO Alliance That Transformed a Brand. Links: Get in touch with Avnita Gualti on: LinkedIn Genasys Inc. Episode 10 - Celebrate Your Small Wins - Leading to Create a Collaborative Culture  Subscribe, listen, and rate/review Revenue Rehab Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts , Amazon Music, or iHeart Radio and find more episodes on our website RevenueRehab.live

What does it take to prosper in a market where laws and rules are mostly favorable to the tenants? Let's hear it from Edward Ring, who built a thriving real estate investing company in California and put experts together within this team.This chat with Edward focuses on investor risk factors, the things to consider before investing in a specific market, some real estate regulations in California that people must be aware of, and leveraging team members' expertise in an organization.Key Points & Relevant TopicsEdward's story of growing up in a family with a real estate backgroundInvestors' mistakes, risks, and challenges in the multifamily spaceThe importance of understanding real estate rules and regulations in the tenant-friendly market of CaliforniaEffective ways for people to succeed in the real estate investing businessThe power of having a culture of collaboration within a real estate teamPotential challenges in the real estate business in 2024Tips on managing time-consuming tasks, day-to-day operations, and problems in real estateResources & LinksApartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive InvestorAbout Edward RingEdward founded New Standard Equities or NSE in 2010 and serves as its Chief Executive Officer.  He has ultimate responsibility for NSE's investment strategy, operations, risk management, and investor relationships. He has over 25 years of real estate and financial consulting experience, with 16 years of dedicated investing and operating experience in the multifamily sector.   Mr. Ring received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Berkeley, a Master of Fine Arts degree from New York University, and a Master of Business Administration degree from the Anderson School of Management at the University of California, Los Angeles. Get in Touch with EdwardWebsite: New Standard EquitiesBecome an investor: https://www.newstandardequities.com/investor-registration/ Email: ering@newstandardequities.com To Connect With UsPlease visit our website www.bonavestcapital.com and click here to leave a rating and written review!

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with Dr. Stephanie Gregson who currently serves as the Deputy Executive Director for the California Collaborative for Educational Excellence (CCEE). Stephanie's focus is on school turnaround centering on improving teaching and learning aimed at equitable access, opportunity, and outcomes for students. Stephanie has more than 24 years of experience in public education and started her career as an elementary school teacher but has also served as a principal and a district leader.  Dr. Gregson has anchored her decision making upon the belief that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive in an ideal learning environment.Guest Website:  https://ccee-ca.org/

This FUBCON Session of Real Estate Team OS features Melissa Sofia, Broker at The Avenue Home Collective serving all of San Diego County.In this conversation, she shares helpful details on her journey from 8 agents to 40+ and from $40M to $250M in annual sales.Watch or listen to this Session of Team OS for insights into:- Why a collaborative, in-person culture helped the team “blast off” at the onset of the pandemic- Ways to generate and capitalize on “teachable moments”- How her team started, despite her intention to stay solo- Refining processes round SOI and referrals as your primary lead source- Partnering with Side Real Estate for increased leverage, even though she earned a broker's license- What it means to deliver service that makes you wonder whether you've ever had service- What she does to consistently deliver that level of service across a growing team of diverse agents- What her role looks like today and why it continues to include sales production (and we're not just talking the cherry-picked best listings)At the end, hear directly from a self-described “leftover queen.”Follow Melissa Sofia:- https://www.instagram.com/melknows/Learn about The Avenue Home Collective:- https://theavenuehc.com/- https://www.tiktok.com/@theavenuehomecollectiveLearn more about Real Estate Team OS:- https://www.realestateteamos.com- https://linktr.ee/realestateteamosFollow Real Estate Team OS:- https://www.instagram.com/realestateteamos/- https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateteamos

In this podcast episode, Troy Trewin interviews Drew Lyon from Focused Energy, a small business owner who has grown his business with a focus on accountable leadership, cultivating a collaborative culture, and navigating challenges. Drew shares his insights on finding the right people, embracing simplicity, and maintaining personal growth while managing a growing business. He also discusses the importance of listening to feedback and aligning values in building a kickass company culture. Drew's experiences and advice provide valuable lessons for small business owners seeking to achieve impactful growth. Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here. Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions: Drew suggested that the hardest thing in Growing a Small Business is finding and retaining the right people for your team, both in leadership and across the entire organization. His Recommended business book: is "Leadership and Self-Deception." This book delves into self-awareness and how we often deceive ourselves to feel more virtuous than others. It offers valuable insights for personal and professional growth. Drew's recommended top online learning resource is A marketing course called "The Marketing Plan Formula," emphasizing the importance of understanding your customers thoroughly before investing in marketing. Logical and impactful advice! He emphasizes that the must-have tool for small business Growth is a simple cash flow tool that projects finances for at least 13 weeks and reflects your business's dynamics. He would advise himself on day one of starting out is to be more ruthless with yourself and others while maintaining accountability. It's about being firm but fair in your journey to success. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.

A collaborative culture fosters synergy by encouraging teamwork, open communication, and collective problem-solving to achieve shared goals and foster innovation. Elliot Koolik, the head of the rapidly growing Koolik Group at Compass, a leading real estate company, joins podcast host Jaclyn Beck for an insightful conversation and emphasizes the significance of listening and understanding different perspectives while fostering a culture that values people's well-being and personal growth.  They explore the keys to success in real estate, from harnessing passion to embracing change and technology. Elliot shares his journey from accounting to a thriving real estate career, highlighting the importance of building a diverse and collaborative team. The conversation touches on the evolving landscape of work, the blend of high tech and high touch, and the power of building meaningful connections with clients. Discover how this approach to business and leadership is redefining the real estate industry and driving success.Connect with Jaclyn Beck on LinkedIn, follow along on Instagram @jaclynbeckconsulting and check out Jaclyn Beck Consulting for strategic advisory and/or executive coaching inquiries.

Patti welcomes Cathy Saunders, Head of Corporate Sustainability and Public Policy for Putnam Investments, again into the studio to discuss the “building blocks” for designing an outstanding client experience. Cathy identifies four key standards that have stood the test of time in delivering excellent service to enhance any client experience. These standards are not necessarily industry disrupters or require innovative technology, but if performed consistently, are almost guaranteed to result in increased customer/client loyalty and satisfaction. Whether you are part of a small team or large organization, adopting these four standards could significantly improve your clientele's experience and satisfaction.  

In this episode, we dive headfirst into the topic of entrepreneurship, with Katy Sensenig Schilthuis who began her journey of building brands in 2016. Katy shares her inspiring journey of highs and lows while pursuing her goals through several business ventures over the years. Prepare to take notes as we unravel the secrets Katy found along the way that led her to success, and her valuable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship. Whether you're an aspiring business owner or simply looking to glean inspiration from someone who has walked the walk, this episode is sure to leave you eager to explore your own entrepreneurial journey.  Listen in as we speak about: Katy's Creative Journey The Loneliness of Entrepreneurship  Nurturing a Thriving Creative Ecosystem    And much, much, more!   Connect with Katy: Website Podcast  Marketing Agency Small Business Coaching & Community   Connect with Ninety Five Media: Website  Instagram Join us inside our FREE course, Master Your Marketing Apply to work with us - Podcast Management Apply to work with us - Social Media Management  

“The greatest leaders are people builders.” - Ronaldo HardyThank you for tuning in to episode 167 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your host, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight.com. This episode is brought to you by PSCU, the nation's premier payments CUSO and an integrated technology solutions provider. Visit PSCU.com to learn more and discover PSCUTV, a new thought leadership platform hosted by PSCU Chief Growth Officer, Brian Scott. Each episode explores top-of-mind insights in the credit union industry.My guest on today's show is Ronaldo Hardy, President & CEO at NACUSO. Ronaldo shares his career journey in financial services that led him to where he is today. Ronaldo describes NACUSO as a unique experience and opportunity for credit unions, CUSOs, fintechs, and credit union service partners to come together to advance collectively. The team works to drive innovation and collaboration for the credit union industry.During our conversation, Ronaldo and I talk about how collaborating is the pathway for progress. Ronaldo explains how CUSOs can help the industry leverage opportunities collectively. He shares the lasting impact mentors have had on his career, and gives advice to those working towards a leadership role. Listen as we discuss recent trends, community impact, and relationship building and management.As we wrap up the show, listen in as Ronaldo shares how excited he is for his new role and the future of the movement, how he keeps his bond with his wife and children strong, and why his mom is his inspiration. Enjoy my conversation with Ronaldo Hardy!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher Books mentioned on The CUInsight Experience podcast: Book List How to find Ronaldo:Ronaldo Hardy, President & CEO at NACUSOronaldo@nacuso.orgnacuso.org         Ronaldo: LinkedInNACUSO: LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Michelle Vu's leadership style, encapsulated by her six pillars, highlights the importance of empathy, inclusivity, and adaptability in fostering a robust team culture.  She emphasizes understanding individual motivations, ensuring every voice is heard, celebrating victories, and balancing responsibilities in unique, resonant ways. It's about achieving goals and cultivating an environment where each member can thrive.  Highlights include: Michelle's Journey and The Importance of a Positive Culture in Sales (2:10), From Peak Performance to Valley Performance (5:20), Building a Space Where Culture can take Place (10:00), "You Can't Force Culture" (13:15), And more... Are you looking to create repeatable, scalable, and predictable revenue? We can help! ► https://bit.ly/predictablerevenuecoaching

“Collaborate to create a future where credit unions are thriving.” - Mara HumphreyThank you for tuning in to episode 166 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your host, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight.com. This episode is brought to you by PSCU, the nation's premier payments CUSO and an integrated technology solutions provider. Visit PSCU.com to learn more and discover PSCUTV, a new thought leadership platform hosted by PSCU Chief Growth Officer, Brian Scott. Each episode explores top-of-mind insights in the credit union industry.My guest on today's show is Mara Humphrey, President & CEO at the Minnesota Credit Union Network. Mara shares her career journey that started in politics and led her to where she is today. The Minnesota Credit Union Network is the state trade association for Minnesota's credit unions. Mara is focused on creating a culture of collaboration within the credit union industry and evolving to stay ahead.During our conversation, Mara and I talk about the bright future of the credit union industry. She shares the lasting impact mentors have had on her career, and gives advice to those working towards a leadership role. Mara expresses the importance of a collaborative culture so credit unions can be more nimble and continue to meet the needs of the changing financial services landscape. Listen as we discuss ways to invest in credit union culture and stay true to a vision.As we wrap up the show, listen in as Mara talks about her amazing team, how her family keeps her grounded, and what hobby helps her relax. Enjoy my conversation with Mara Humphrey!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher Books mentioned on The CUInsight Experience podcast: Book List How to find Mara:Mara Humphrey, President & CEO at the Minnesota Credit Union Networkmhumphrey@mncun.orgmncun.org         Mara: LinkedInMNCUN: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

In this episode, Anique Drumright shares invaluable insights from her experience, covering topics like establishing collaborative team culture across time zones, implementing efficient brainstorming techniques, creating async stand-ups, crits, and sprints, and utilizing top agile remote team tools. Aspiring and current PMs will gain real-world knowledge and actionable takeaways to build their own high-performance async product teams.Get the FREE Product Book and check out our curated list of Product Management resources here.

Yana Ludwig is one of our most beloved guests on the Inside Community Podcast. In honor of her new book, Building Belonging, we are re-releasing episode 004 of Season 1: Finding Co-Founders and Creating Cooperative Culture with Yana Ludwig. The episode focuses on creating a cooperative culture when starting an intentional community, finding your people, and coming together with the like-minded visionaries that will be your co-founders. Her new book Building Belonging takes this conversation a step further. The book is both a practical guide for how to start a residential intentional community and is a collective framework for addressing the racial, social, ecological, and economic disparities affecting all aspects of the living experience for humans, land, and its co-inhabitants. Building Belonging is now available for pre-order at www.ic.org/building-belonging. Get your copy today! Yana Ludwig is cooperative culture pioneer, group process trainer, and consultant and anti-opression activist who has lived in community for 25 years. She is the former Executive Director of both the Center for Sustainable and Cooperative Culture at Dancing Rabbit Ecovillage, and Commonomics USA, an economic justice organization, and currently serves as the Executive Director  of Leadership Eastside in Washington. Yana is a dynamic, compassionate and thoughtful speaker and teacher, committed to creating a world that supports the well-being and vibrancy of all beings. Her writing includes ⁠Together Resilient: Building Community in the Age of Climate Disruption⁠ (published under the name Maikwe Ludwig) , ⁠The Cooperative Culture Handbook⁠ (co-authored with Karen Gimnig), and numerous articles in Communities magazine. She has spoken on Tedx and hosted the Solidarity house podcast which centers on policy, culture and law. She was also a candidate for US Senate in 2020, ultimately placing 2nd in a crowded Democratic primary field. You can learn more about Yana and her work at  ⁠www.yanaludwig.net⁠. Podcast listeners get 20% of Yana's books and other ⁠FIC bookstore ⁠purchases with code  INSIDE20 Yana's online course, ⁠Starting an Intentional Community⁠, has been made into an on-demand course ideal for people just getting started with a community project or dreaming of starting one. Podcast listeners get 30% off FIC courses with code INSIDE30 If you want to learn more about finding YOUR people or any aspect of building community check out the Inside Community Podcast sponsor, The Foundation for Intentional Community.   FIC is an incredible resource center with weekly events, online courses, classified advertisements, an extensive bookstore and lots of free educational materials. You can learn more about FIC and access show notes at ⁠ic.org/podcast⁠. Your financial support of Inside Community helps us to continue to create meaningful and exciting content and I hope you'll consider donating through our website while you are there. Follow the show and see inspiring images and videos of community life on Instagram ⁠@InsideCommunityPodcast⁠ - I'd love to hear from you there!  If this content has been meaningful or useful to you, please subscribe, rate and review, and share with your friends and folks you know who are curious about living Inside Community.

Building a successful business is all about the art of collaboration, and harnessing the varied and empowering talents of others in order to build strength. With this in mind, Lucinda welcomes Deb Mashek, the author of 'Collabor(h)ate', to explore the importance of effective collaboration, and how we can work to create a culture that encourages rather than divides. KEY TAKEAWAYS Some are more naturally collaborative than others, and seek to work alone. We should reframe it as a resource for sharing, rather than a divisive experience. When looking at collaborative individuals, there are three parts to consider - skill-sets, positives mindsets regarding collaboration, and historical learnings. Interdependence is the extent to which our outcomes are dependent on other people's behaviours. This is about how work is structured measured and rewarded. To move projects forward, we have to figure out what we're trying to do, which voices we're generally hearing from, and making sure that we're including others who don't usually get heard. BEST MOMENTS 'I'm a social psychologist on a mission to make wonderful collaborations in the workplace' 'There are so many ways of working together' 'We can learn from each other in a way that makes it easier to do better work' 'Partnerships and collaboration helps us all to be more successful' VALUABLE RESOURCES The HR Uprising Podcast | Apple | Spotify | Stitcher   The HR Uprising LinkedIn Group How to Prioritise Self-Care (The HR Uprising) How To Be A Change Superhero - by Lucinda Carney HR Uprising Mastermind - https://hruprising.com/mastermind/   www.changesuperhero.com www.hruprising.com            Deb Mashek - https://www.debmashek.com ABOUT THE HOST Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up' together. “If you look up, you rise up” CONTACT METHOD Join the LinkedIn community - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/ Email: Lucinda@advancechange.co.uk Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucindacarney/ Twitter: @lucindacarney Instagram: @hruprising Facebook: @hruprising HR podcast, The HR Uprising, Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, Learning and Development, Culture & Change: https://hruprising.com/hr-podcasts/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Shlossman is the SVP, DIgital + Growth @ sweetgreen. He leads marketing, product, and digital channels. In his three years at sweetgreen, Daniel has been focused on enabling customer growth through channel expansion and improvement, including the launch of sweetgreen's off-premise business, via Outpost and delivery. Daniel's incredible background includes roles at Uber (as Head of West Coast Operations & Marketing) and at NFL (as their Director of Product for Fantasy Football). Disruption in any market starts with passionate founders who see opportunities to scale in all domains and are not limited by a particular mode or channel of growth. Don't think that you need to build a mobile app because “everyone else is doing it”. A mobile app gives you the opportunity to use your resources to add value to your customers' lives and grab a huge chunk of the market in the process. Even with a great product-market fit, your team is the most crucial aspect of building a mobile app. A collaborative culture among people who love to work together allows for that facilitation across different departments and different channels and is crucial to make growth happen. You should identify opportunity areas and really go after them. Even if you don't know something - you will make mistakes and learn from them. It's important to have candid conversations to get better with each decision. Follow a detailed diagnosis process within your team to learn from your mistakes as well as projects that were fully or partially successful. Sometimes, the best ideas come from taking something your customers already love and making it even better. One great way to turn such commonplace ideas into massive growth opportunities is to combine a few popular features that customers are experiencing in your app or your competitors. Also, look at enhancing key features to add something new to the app. Successful pivots in tough times like the pandemic require nimbleness and agility in executing a response to the new situation. At sweetgreen, they found this opportunity via shifting operations to donations to frontline medical workers in need. They repurposed and adapted their existing processes to respond to this opportunity. Personalization allows you to get close to the customers. At sweetgreen, Daniel thinks about personalization from the perspective of the customer. This way, personalizing a service goes far beyond small changes that give customers some control over the product you create for them. It means letting them care about the product in a way that grants them ownership of the product resulting from the service, including full customization of chosen ingredients.

There are a few factors that can help you stand out In the highly competitive working world; exceptional leadership strategies, an attractive company culture that offers both freedom and responsibility, and a leadership style that allows people to tap into their “genius.” Tune in to this episode to hear from Maxwell Reed about the effort that has gone into turning Kingdom of Something into the irreplaceable production partner it is today.About Maxwell Reed:Maxwell is a Swedish-Canadian creative entrepreneur based out of Amsterdam. Having worked for one of the biggest companies in the creative advertisement industry, he quit his job and founded his own motion design company in 2016 with four former classmates (one of whom he now runs the company with). With the amazing talent on the team and clients like Adidas, KFC, Nike, and Panda Express, he often looks forward to returning to the office on Monday morning.Episode highlights: Find your genius because that's where you will create magic for your business; and then delegate the rest. Your genius is the skill set that comes naturally to you; the things you can do exceptionally well without needing to try too hard. For Maxwell, it's networking. For you, it might be anything from organizational skills to coding. (09:25) A strong, healthy company culture is essential for attracting and retaining great people. Maxwell's approach has been to create a safe environment that gives people freedom with responsibility (people can take as much time off as they want to, as long as they are delivering high-quality work on time). (14:55) As a leader, it's important to find the right balance between being a boss and being a friend. This will help to cultivate a good atmosphere in the work environment and motivate your team members to give their best selves to the company. (22:20) As a leader, don't think of yourself as being better than your team members. Flatten the hierarchy in your company by not asking your team members to do things you aren't willing to do yourself (cleaning the coffee machine, for example). (26:40) Be a problem-solver, not an order-taker. This approach will get the creative juices flowing, keep you and your team members feeling inspired, and set you apart from your competitors. (28:13) You don't have to say yes to every opportunity that comes your way. But if you say no, always try to give clients another solution. This will allow you to avoid burning out and delivering sub-part work while sustaining relationships that may result in more work in the future. (43:20) Maxwell's best advice for entrepreneurs:“One of our main cornerstones and mantras is freedom with responsibility.” (16:20)Connect with Maxwell: Website Instagram Creative (K)Nights Podcast Resources Mentioned: RevThink Joel Pilger Follow Beyond 8 Figures: LinkedIn Twitter Website

Summary: Welcome to another great episode of Startup Junkies! On this episode, hosts Caleb Talley, Jeff Amerine, and Victoria Dickerson sit down with Randy Wilburn, founder of I Am Northwest Arkansas, a website that showcases business, culture, and life right here in the Ozarks. Additionally, Randy hosts the I Am Northwest Arkansas podcast, an informative interview-based show that highlights everything that makes NWA one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country. As an unexpected transplant to the area, Randy embraced the community and he embarked on a mission to share its vibrancy with everyone. Throughout the episode, Randy discusses some of the most memorable moments he's had on air, shares why podcasting is good for businesses, and gives insight into why NWA is a great place to live.   Show Notes: (1:02) Introduction to Randy (1:37) Randy's Origin Story (9:19) About the I Am Northwest Arkansas Podcast (12:16) Podcast Strategy Consulting (13:19) The Importance of a Podcast's Digital Footprint (19:22) What Makes the NWA Community Special (22:47) What's Next for I Am Northwest Arkansas (25:08) Maintaining a Collaborative Culture (28:14) Experiencing NWA (39:32) Memorable Guests (47:06) Advice to Younger Self (48:39) Closing Question   Links: Caleb Talley Jeff Amerine Victoria Dickerson Randy Wilburn I Am Northwest Arkansas   Quotes: “The one thing I can say about podcasting is that it's such a powerful medium that allows you to shift and listen and consume really great information that is either really wide open or super narrow and hyper-focused.” - Randy Wilburn, (5:22) “I think the technology's there, and from a marketing standpoint, that's the beauty of something like a podcast, and that's why anybody listening should consider creating this type of content…you can take it and chop it up into different pieces.” - Randy Wilburn, (16:12) “The thing I really appreciate about the people here is that they take you at face value…they're going to take you for who you are right then and there. And so you don't have to wait for an invitation to sit at the table, the table's already open.” - Randy Wilburn, (19:03) “We're not only trying to build what we have right here, but we're also trying to export it to other places and build relationships that matter in the same way.” - Randy Wilburn, (25:26)

In this episode, you'll hear four simple steps to set the stage for your students to collaborate effectively in online spaces. You'll also learn about how to create a collaborative culture as students work together using digital tools for consumption, creation, and conversations. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/03/07/collaborative-culture-205/  Sponsored by my new webinar on ChatGPT: https://classtechtips.com/chatgpt/  Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/  Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/     

Today on the podcast we welcome our dear friend and respected colleague, Sindye Alexander. Tune in to hear how we all met and the moment I knew we were kindred spirits. You won't want to miss our big collaboration announcement during this podcast! As a young mother, Sindye started an in-home child care center that eventually expanded to a large facility due to popular demand. Many years later Sindye sold her successful child care business as she transitioned into a new role "behind the scenes" in the child care field.    Sindye discovered she had a talent and passion for marketing and mentorship.  For several years we worked alongside each other for one of our mentors.  With her career shift Sindye believes she is still "making a difference, in a different way."  She's definitely made a difference in our lives.  We both have dealt with health issues over the years. Sindye doesn't let her medical diagnosis bring her down or deter her goals in any way. We admire Sindye's strength and perseverance. Her positive mindset is infectious.  Sindye is the author of Relationship Roadmap, Real-World Strategies for Building a Positive, Collaborative Culture in Your Preschool. Sindye vehemently states "I think it's so important as a leader that you have a growth mindset. And by that, I mean you're always working on yourself. You're always learning. You're always growing."  Listen in to hear Sindye touch on some strategies for improving workplace culture. Her book is a valuable tool for anyone trying to improve workplace culture in their business.  Without further ado, we have some exciting news to share with everyone. We are thrilled to announce Sindye will be joining our team as Vice President of Operations and Marketing at Child Care Genius. She is looking forward to being a part of our team. We are just elated to have her! Sindye is eager to make a positive impact not only on child care owners and staff but indirectly on the lives of the children they care for. We look forward to making a difference in the child care industry together! Mentioned in this episode: ALEAF Insurance (Official Child Care Genius Podcast Sponsor), Specializing in child care insurance) Contact Blake Sanders for more information: (972) 866-4065, blake@aleafinsurance.com  https://www.aleafinsurance.com/child-care If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Submit a Podcast Question Here Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources  

On today's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Allison Singer, Clinical Director for ABA Insight, Applied Behavior Analysis Services for Autism Spectrum Disorder. They belong to SBAM's Leadership Council and have also been recognized as a Michigan 50 Company to Watch, an SBDC Best Small Business and an SBAM Certified Small Business. The Small Business Association of Michigan is the only statewide and state-based association that focuses solely on serving the needs of Michigan's small business community. We have been successfully serving small businesses like yours in all 83 counties of Michigan since 1969. We're located in Lansing, just one block from the Capitol. Our mission is to help Michigan small businesses succeed by promoting entrepreneurship, leveraging buying power and engaging in political advocacy. When small businesses band together through the Small Business Association of Michigan, they achieve more than they could on their own.  Our 30,000+ members are as diverse as Michigan's economy. From accountants to appliance stores, manufacturers to medical, and restaurants to retailers, what unites the SBAM membership is the spirit of entrepreneurship…a spirit that drove you to start and continue to operate your own business because you believe you can do something better than anyone else is doing it! (music licensed from www.jukedeck.com)

Join Nick Williams and Sindye Alexander to discuss Building a Positive Workplace Culture in Your Child Care Center and Guiding Your Team Through Conflict..Sindye has over 25 years of experience in the child care field. She owned and directed both home and commercial child care centers. While working with several business coaches, Sindye experienced tremendous growth and success, and found it necessary to move to a larger building. She, with the help of her amazing team, was able to grow her small child care center of 32 children to 120 children, just three months after relocating.Experiencing such massive results during her time working with a business coach caused Sindye to fall in love with marketing. She sold her center in 2016 and began doing marketing work full-time. She currently provides digital and content marketing services for private clients with businesses related to the child care industry.Sindye has a particular passion for inspiring child care leaders to create a positive workplace culture which will impact the industry by reducing staff turnover rates and by contributing to increased program quality. Her book: Relationship Roadmap: Real-World Strategies for Building a Positive, Collaborative Culture in Your Preschool is dedicated to providing owners and directors actionable tips and tactics for doing just that.Sindye's education and experience are in early childhood education, staff management, digital marketing, graphic design, and content creation. Sindye resides in northern Michigan with her husband, Chad. They have four grown children and three grandchildren. Sindye values time with her family and enjoys traveling - especially cruising! She loves helping other child care business owners and directors grow and succeed. To inquire about having Sindye speak at your upcoming workshop, conference, or other event: email: sindyealexander88@gmail.com (You can also find her on Facebook and LinkedIn.)www.childcarebusinessgrowth.comwww.childcaretoptips.comsupport@childcarebusinessgrowth.comLIKE & SUBSCRIBE  @Childcare Business Growth  

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In this podcast Shane Hastie spoke to Yiftach Shoolman of Redis about the Redis community culture, nurturing a large open source community and enabling great developer experiences. Read a transcript of this interview: https://bit.ly/3MFNmmH Subscribe to our newsletters: - The InfoQ weekly newsletter: https://bit.ly/24x3IVq - The Software Architects' Newsletter [monthly]: https://www.infoq.com/software-architects-newsletter/ Upcoming Events: QCon San Francisco: https://qconsf.com/ - Oct 24-28, 2022 - Oct 2-6, 2023 QCon Plus online: https://plus.qconferences.com/ - Nov 29 - Dec 9, 2022 QCon London https://qconlondon.com/ - March 26-31, 2023 Follow InfoQ: - Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoQ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/infoq - Facebook: https://bit.ly/2jmlyG8 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infoqdotcom/ - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/infoq

Aaron Christy graces us with his presence for Episode 18! Aaron is the President and Founder of Indy Roofing Company - which is thriving with over 900 5-star Google reviews! We talk encouraging a strong company culture, supporting other local roofers, and getting your social media going strong. This guy is a powerhouse in the space and you don't want to miss this advice - along with some seriously fun stories!

People often talk about the idea of community, but the word can have a different meaning for everyone. In this episode of Magic in the Room, Hannah and Luke talk with guest Greg Robinson about what community means and the challenges of creating organizations where people have a sense of belonging.  Dr. Greg Robinson is currently the Associate Professor of Outdoor Leadership Ministries at John Brown University. Previously, he was the Program Director for HoneyRock, the Outdoor Center for Leadership Development of Wheaton College, as well as President of Challenge Quest, LLC in Pryor, Oklahoma, the Managing Member of Adventure Quest Recreation, LLC.    Dr. Robinson has a Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and Leadership from The Union Institute and University in Cincinnati, Ohio. He also has a M.S. in Counseling from John Brown University.   Dr. Robinson's professional career has concentrated in the areas of experiential learning, team development, leadership development, facilitation and consulting with organizational change efforts.  He is the author of A Leadership Paradox: Influencing Others by Defining Yourself; Teams for a New Generation: A Facilitator's Field Guide;  Adventure and the Way of Jesus, Lessons of the Way: Using experiential activities to explore the way of Jesus; and Leading from Where You Are: How Every Person Can Help or Hinder a Collaborative Culture.  His family includes his wife of 28 years Jeannie, his daughter Keely and her fiancée Nick LaTurner, his sons Kobe and Kyle, as well as two grandsons Lucas and Max.    Links mentioned in this episode:   Homeboy Industries - homeboyindustries.org  A Bit of Optimism - simonsinek.com/podcast/  The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups by Daniel Coyle            Get a free Magic in the Room hat by posting a review and sending a screenshot to info@purposeandperformancegroup.com    Music by evangrimmusic.com  Recorded at storycatcher.studio  Support from techblogwriter.co.uk 

The Dunayer Teplitzky team is #1 in transactions for Douglas Elliman with 207 transactions for $174M in volume in 2021. With a focus on expansion, they've added a team in the South FL market. Listen to these team leads explain why it's important to have a plan when starting in Real Estate. ---------- VIsit www.buithow.com to sign up for our next live or virtual event.   Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

As regulations around data continue to shift and companies adapt, many have struggled to find success while also keeping up with new regulatory obligations. Uday Kamath is expertly navigating this field, leading the highly collaborative and productive data and analytics team at Smarsh as the Chief Analytics Officer. Uday has 20 years of experience in data and analytics, alongside extensive experience leading teams. His wide range of technical knowledge, includes Statistical Learning techniques, Machine Learning theory and practical implementation, Optimization techniques, Fraud Detection, Bioinformatics, and more. Hear about Uday's work as the CAO of Smarsh and get the answers to these questions: How to achieve success while managing regulatory obligations with data What it's like to manage expectations across departments and fostering a collaborative culture How current analytics trends that are driving added value for analytics professionals How to build a high-quality team with high growth, collaboration, and productivity More information about Uday and today's topics: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/udaykamath/ Smarsh: https://www.linkedin.com/company/smarsh/ Check out Uday's recently published books: Transformers for Machine Learning: A Deep Dive Explainable Artificial Intelligence: An Introduction to Interpretable Machine Learning Additional Resources Read & Watch: Data Lake Opportunities: Rethinking Data Analytics Optimization [VIDEO] Read: 10 DevOps Tools for Continuous Monitoring Read: Differentiate or Drown: Managing Modern-Day Data Read: Inside DataOps: 3 Ways DevOps Analytics Can Create Better Products

Ruben welcomes SNT JMS, an MC, artist, and hip hop cultural advocate, to talk about overcoming the fear of judgment, embodying love, and maintaining your passion and creativity as an artist/entertainer.  SNT JMS sheds light on his life as an entertainer and creator, describing how he navigates the entertainment industry and how he stays connected to the people he works with. He shares his mission in the world, his vision for the future, and why he's focusing on letting go of control without letting go of his passion. The pair also speaks on Kendrick Lamar's new album and the opportunities for growth they see in the hip hop community. “Give yourself a little more patience, a little more grace, a little more compassion. You'll start to learn more about yourself and not judge so harshly about your mistakes and times you've tripped.” - SNT JMS Plus, you'll gain exclusive insight into the Live Through Love x SNT JMS collaboration, coming in the form of a song, and the creative process behind it. Then, SNT JMS talks about his journey to becoming an artist and MC along with his core components of love.  Be sure to listen to the end so you don't miss out on a fire freestyle from SNT JMS! “To live through love is to live through knowledge; knowledge of oneself and knowledge of others.” - SNT JMS SUBSCRIBE to Live Through Love so you never miss an episode & RATE/REVIEW!   About the Guest: SNT JMS is a Costa Mesa based MC, musician, designer, hip hop cultural advocate, and Founder of NBDYVLLE cultural collective. He is creating with the ambition to push hip hop culture forward. Visit SNT JMS's website Follow him on Instagram    About the Host: Ruben Rojas is a Los Angeles based artist, designer, speaker, and entrepreneur who uses art to inspire others to see through the lens of LOVE. By using the urban landscape as his canvas, Ruben encourages communities to change for the better through optimism and collaboration. Once vacant walls, and now this podcast, are vibrant reminders created to inspire you to dream big, feel beautiful, live in possibility, and to love. Ruben's murals can be seen in cities across the country and around the world from Paris to New York and Florida to Mississippi. You can also bring love home by buying his art.  Follow Ruben on Instagram Visit his website This is an Operation Podcast production.  For more information, please contact us at info@operationpodcast.com. Follow Operation Podcast on Instagram.

This week our host Brandi Starr is joined by Avnita Gulati to discuss The importance of Celebrating Small Wins and how it leads to Creating a Collaborative Culture. Avnita is the Sr. Director, Global Marketing Ops and Strategy at Visa, Inc. Avnita is a forward thinker that has transformed the marketing organization to scale by developing frameworks for cross-functional alignment, campaign management, content strategy and MarTech investment. Brandi and Avnita discuss the connection between work culture, celebrating wins and team dynamics. And the diagnosis is positive and optimistic! By the end of this episode, you'll be ready to implement this simple but powerful tool using Avnita's three categories to boost your team's performance and improve their dynamic. Links: Get in touch with Avnita on LinkedIn Subscribe, listen, and rate/review Revenue Rehab Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts , Amazon Music, or iHeart Radio and find more episodes on our website RevenueRehab.live.

In the podcast, Michele Moore, Director of Ohio's State Support Team Region 5 in Northeast Ohio, shares insights regarding the model of leadership used by educators in Ohio and how this model relates to issues of equity. The model has four components: Promoting Systemwide Learning, Prioritizing Teaching and Learning, Building Capacity through Support and Accountability, and Sustaining an Open and Collaborative Culture. Michele will explain the four parts of the leadership model and how they are evaluated through the Systemic Improvement Practices Review, one of the new resources house on the OLAC website. This podcast features Michele Michele Moore, Director of State Support Team Region 5. Jim Gay, OLAC Co-director, moderates the session.

This week on Product Marketing Insider, Lawrence Chapman welcomes Harish Peri, Head of Product Marketing at Salesforce.Harish discusses how product marketers can establish a collaborative culture in their team.Harish is a growth-oriented SaaS CMO & GM with 20 years of cross-industry product management & product marketing experience. Harish has a proven track record of growing sustainable revenue and is passionate about the business of technology.

Organizational goals are more attainable when teams work together in one accord. As the chief operating officer at Frontpoint, a do-it-yourself home security system, Derek Carder set up systems to foster collaboration and prevent the formation of silos within the team. He adopted a servant leadership style to understand employees' pain points and identify loopholes […] The post Cultivating a Collaborative Culture to Achieve Common Goals appeared first on SweetProcess.

Is your organization leveraging collaboration for success?  After joining a team of nine partners at AO, a full-service architectural services firm, Brendan Farrell's top priority was to synchronize the organization's operations. He created opportunities for the partners to combine their expertise through effective collaborations toward accomplishing the organization's goals.  Brendan Farrell is the guest in this […] The post Cultivating a Collaborative Culture in Your Team for Greater Success appeared first on SweetProcess.

In this episode of Giant Talk we're delighted to be joined by Dr Harley Phoenix. Harley is Learning & Development Manager at Benchmarx and has a PhD in behavioural science. Harley talks to us about behaviours in leadership and how you can use behaviours to create a collaborative culture.   Enjoy the episode!

In this episode, I discuss how by implementing the Gratitude Matrix, you can achieve higher retention and a more collaborative culture for your school. After 30 days of implementing the Gratitude Matrix, one of the executive directors in our Membership Program, Kerstin, went from 17 callouts in September to 4 callouts in August. What did she do? She implemented the Gratitude Matrix in her school, and saw an almost immediate shift because her staff felt valued and appreciated. This is why I am so excited to share the Gratitude Matrix with you; a very powerful, yet very simple system, that I teach to all of the owners and directors that I work with. This is a re-air of one of our most downloaded episodes for the Schools of Excellence Podcast.    As I mentioned in the last episode, during this time I am committed to creating valuable content for the upcoming Summit of Excellence that will be taking place on March 1-2, 2022 in Boca, Florida. While I do that, I'd love to bring back some important conversations and also practice what we preach:  focusing on our priorities, creating margin for things that come up, and creating space to do what matters most. Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Schools in Transition: https://discovered.thrivecart.com/schools-in-transition/ Sign up for the Summit of Excellence here: https://schoolsofexcellence.com/summit The Summit of Excellence is a two-day in-person experience on March 1-2, 2022 in Boca, Florida. Learn how to master interpersonal dynamics, foster kindness, and establish your school as a beacon of light in your community. If you want to… Drive more impact in your community. Be inspired by a network of peers. Deliver higher quality care. Or build a team of leaders.   Imagine your team… Doing and thinking “outside the box,” and trying new methods. ​Pushing out of their comfort zones without anxiety. ​Feeling a sense of community and connection at work. ​Treating conflict and change as an opportunity for growth.  … all so you can be equipped to tackle any challenging situation that comes your center's way. Let's be honest: To truly impact our kids and create a healthy, engaged, and successful next generation, we need to be better leaders.  And that requires real collaboration—moments where we come together to share our wisdom in order to create healthy, productive learning communities. Sign up for the Summit of Excellence here: https://schoolsofexcellence.com/summit If you would like to have a conversation about if the Summit of Excellence is right for you, your team, and your center, please email me at cw@chanie.me.   More about the show: If you are an Early Childhood director or owner, prepare to transform your school and life with the Schools of Excellence podcast. Tune in each week to learn from Chanie Wilschanski, the founder and host of the Schools of Excellence Podcast and a mom of 4 little kids. Each episode will be packed with tools and strategies – equipping you to build schools with higher staff retention, teacher motivation, parent partnership, collaborative culture, and a beautiful quality of life.    Every week, Chanie shares the truth about the journey to excellence, the strategies that are working TODAY, and the mindset about the critical decisions and choices that you make every day which impact yourself, your teachers, parents, family, and children who you serve every day.  

How do people become leaders? In this episode of Magic in the Room, Luke, Chris, and special guest Greg Robinson discuss what it takes to build leaders in today's organizations. Greg believes that developing leaders is deceptively simple. You have to teach them to listen inwardly and challenge their assumptions, mindset, and emotion, so they become the kind of person who does the right thing naturally. However, this is not easy work and requires courage, perseverance, and wisdom.   Dr.Greg Robinson is the Associate Professor of Outdoor Leadership Ministries at John Brown University. His experience includes working as the Program Director for HoneyRock, the Outdoor Center for Leadership Development of Wheaton College, as well as President of Challenge Quest, LLC in Pryor, Oklahoma, the Managing Member of Adventure Quest Recreation, LLC.     Greg has a Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and Leadership from The Union Institute and University in Cincinnati, Ohio and an M.S. in Counseling from John Brown University.   Greg is the author of several books, including A Leadership Paradox: Influencing Others by Defining Yourself; Teams for a New Generation: A Facilitator's Field Guide;  Adventure and the Way of Jesus, Lessons of the Way: Using experiential activities to explore the way of Jesus; and Leading from Where You Are: How Every Person Can Help or Hinder a Collaborative Culture. Research in this episode:   Servant Leadership   Turn the Ship Around!: A True Story of Turning Followers into Leaders by L. David Marquet Find our latest online learning courses at www.purposeandperformancegroup.com/online-learning   Get a free Magic in the Room hat by posting a review and sending a screenshot to info@purposeandperformancegroup.com   Music by evangrimmusic.com Recorded at storycatcher.studio Support from techblogwriter.co.uk  

David Diaz is the Executive Director of Active San Gabriel Valley who has recently transitioned his organization from fiscal sponsorship to being an independent 501c3. He details how and why his organization made the leap. For him, it's a matter of building the collaborative culture that best serves his community and his staff. "We really try to mirror the approach that we want to see in our communities, that we want to see by government, that we want to see from other places or institutions, and so we really take a collaborative approach to how we do the work." From 32 hour work weeks, flexibility in schedules, and sharing power, learn how Active San Gabriel Valley runs. For a transcript please visit: https://goodwaysinc.com/podcast-David-Diaz-fiscal-sponsor

Do you know the importance of building relationships to help your agency scale faster? Brian Cosgrove was doing well at a big agency but felt it kept him from doing what he really wanted to do, which was starting his own business and bringing innovation to the way the services are provided. Once he founded BrainDo, they started scaling and, within a year, had already grown from two to eight employees. In this conversation with Jason, he talked about the important role that building relationships & collaborative culture played in getting his agency off the ground, why he was always confident that they could run a big program, and what bringing value to his clients really means for him and why it is one of the guiding principles for everyone working at his agency. 3 Golden Nuggets What contributed to their growth. Once he and his partner hired their first employee, figuring out how to get benefits for their staff, how to do payroll, and making everything official with the agency made it a lot easier. They ended up going after a big contract, and that led to them getting at least 8 more workers, which allowed them to build out a lot of different services. What contributed to their faster growth? Brian credits the importance he places on maintaining good relationships with past clients, team members, and employers. He left his position at a big agency in good terms and, thanks to this, they still wanted to contract him afterward. Also, they were always confident that they could run a big program and positioned themselves to be ready for it. Building relationships & collaborative culture. Other agencies started reaching out to partner with them because their expertise. This helped them start to build relationships with local agencies that could refer clients. Also, former clients that were working at different companies started calling them. So Brian highlights the importance of these connections to get his agency off the ground. The importance of building the type of network where everyone is willing to help one another and believe they can all rise together. Of course, good work is a big part of it. “Because of that relationship, I don't want to leave the client in a worse place,” he says, “I refuse to do it.” The chain of value. After signing a contract, the agency will usually deal with the company's manager on a day-to-day basis. One of the guiding principles at Brian's agency is to make sure that that manager is benefitted from this relationship with them. They want to see that person get promoted and fully engaged. They should love what they're doing and help break down barriers within the organization to provide value. “The way I see it,” Brian says, “is I need everybody on my team to say everything that we do has provided value.” The principle is to make sure that what they do brings value to the customer, but also helps them help their team, their whole company and organization. And make sure all of that ends up helping their end customer. Sponsors and Resources Wix: Today's episode is sponsored by the Wix Partner Program. Being a Wix Partner is ideal for freelancers and digital agencies that design and develop websites for their clients. Check out Wix.com/Partners to learn more and become a member of the community for free. Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Radio FM Building Relationships that Will Help You Scale & The Guiding Principle of Providing Value Jason: [00:00:00] What's up, agency owners? Jason Swank here and I have another amazing guest for the podcast so you can grow your agency faster. We're going to talk about building relationships and creating a collaborative culture within your agency so you can scale faster. So let's go ahead and get into the show. Hey Brian, welcome to the show. Brian: [00:00:25] Hey, how are you? Jason: [00:00:26] I'm excited to have you on. So this is your first podcast. I'm honored you picked me to be your first podcast. But, uh, for the people that have not heard of you yet, tell us who you are and what do you do? Brian: [00:00:39] Yes. I'm Brian Cosgrove. I'm the owner of BrainDo Interactive Consulting, and we do a lot of work across the board, uh, focusing in analytics development and different areas of digital marketing. Jason: [00:00:53] Great. And so how did you get started? Brian: [00:00:55] Interesting story. I was in aerospace engineering and I was looking for as some side money during the holiday season and I applied for warehouse job. And found out I wasn't the best at doing packing boxes, but I was a bit overqualified. And the owner of the company asked if I could help out with some things related to their SEO program. So I read a bunch of like white papers. I read a bunch of like academic papers on people that were actually developing these engines. I tried to figure out, okay, who's the talent? Like how they did it? And then figure out what we should do and came up with a plan. And implemented it and started ranking top. In my other career I was like, okay, I can see where I'm going to be at in 10 years. And that's cool. But this is like amazing growth and I'm able to have a huge impact and I'm still in my early twenties. So I got into that and that kinda got me to crossover into this digital marketing thing. Worked in that space for a little while, went to my first agency Razorfish and started off in SEO. And then I had to fix analytics. Was there for about three years and then went into another company another comp company to help them build out their digital practice when they were doing all kind of like direct mail TV, pretty much all traditional marketing. I went there with some, you know, one of my colleagues from Razorfish. And then that went really well and kind of grew that. And then struck out with a good friend of mine on our own in 2013. Jason: [00:02:38] What made you want to leave? Since the one agency was going really well and you were leading that. What was that itch? Brian: [00:02:44] I already knew, like, I kinda knew since I was young, that I wanted to kinda like start my own thing or make my own thing. I always kind of had a sense of, you know, we could do things a little bit differently. We could innovate a bit in how these services are provided or culture. So for me, it was kind of like I liked doing what I was doing. But it was almost like a trap because it was keeping me away from what I really wanted to do, which was kind of start something fresh. Jason: [00:03:10] Gotcha. Awesome. And when you started the agency, how long did it take you to really kind of start bringing on and building a team? Brian: [00:03:20] So it was just myself and my partner for, I guess, February to November. And then we hired our first employee in November. And at that point we figured out how to get benefits for them. We figured out how to do payroll. We figured it out, we made everything official and we got all that squared away and that made it a lot easier. And then we went after a kind of big contract to kind of do all many different digital channels in, you know, a year two and ended up hiring eight more people that year. That kind of allowed us to build out a lot of different services that we needed someone to run point on. So I'd say within a year and a half, we were at 10 from, you know, two. Jason: [00:04:05] That's great. So what do you think contributed to that growth? Like how did you have that fast growth? Because a lot of people for a couple years, they're just kinda, it's kinda them, their business partner, maybe a couple of contractors. Brian: [00:04:18] It's an interesting thing. So while I was still working, before I even started, I really cared about the relationships with my clients, with my colleagues, with my management, with team members, with vendors. So I had a pretty big network at that point. And it was… You know, there's an interesting thing that happens when you kind of let people know like, okay, I'm going out to do this on my own, you know. People that you've built relationships with that care about you they kind of want to figure out how to work with you. So it helped out tremendously just to kind of lean into that. As soon as we left the place that we were working on asked if we could do some contracting with them. And I was like, we can, but you know, it's gotta be at our contracting rate. You know, it will give you somewhat of a discount for a period of time, but this is how we have to work for our business. And we were able to end up converting our former employer into our client, which was based on the fact that it maintained good relationships. We also took a lot of care in transitional work. Backfilled our roles sort of before we left. We left them in a good place to be like, okay, they're good. All of our big retainers are renewed. Our team they're fully staffed. They can run without us. And then they still wanted to contract with us afterward. Other agencies reached out, they wanted to partner with us because they knew that just individually, myself and my business partner had some expertise in certain areas. And they said, hey, we need help there. Can you guys help us out? So we ended up building relationships with other agencies that were in the area, you know. And then it was like someone who was a former client, you know, went to another agency, brought us in. I'd say a lot of it was kind of just relationships that got us off the ground. I think a big thing for us is we're kind of confident we could run a big program, like an enterprise program. And so, while we took on some smaller clients, we kind of just always positioned ourselves to be ready for that. Like we always kind of really played that role that we're ready to do enterprise work at a moment's notice. And we knew that that would get us a six-figure contract or something like that from a client, which again is sort of like a game-changer when it comes to hiring employees and say, I already kind of have your salary on contract. Like I can afford to pay you in the future without worrying about that. Jason: [00:06:37] Yeah, I think so many lessons in there that I want to make sure people don't skip over. It's you know, the one is you gotta be really good at what you do. Like a lot of people are like, how do you, how do you create a successful agency that's growing? And I'm like, well, you have to know how to do something better than most. And to actually get people results. That's rule number one. But I also liked that you talked about building relationships and really not just going, you know, what's in it for me, you know, like a lot of our mastermind members, they do this amazing… where they're like, look, I don't have any problem today, I just wanted to show up and help. Like help other members, right? And then when they do need help, everyone will… Here, here's the shirt off my back. Here it is. And it's not like I'll do this for you, if you do this. Like we get, you know, all those slimy emails that you get? Like, oh, you have my audience, can you just blast this out? Brian: [00:07:43] Yeah, there's a lot of that going on. Honestly, it's, it's building a tighter circle with people that you don't have to… You know, there's no fakeness to it. There's a lot less agenda. It's sort of like let's all rise together, to me has always been important. Jason: [00:07:59] Yeah, iron sharpens iron, right? Brian: [00:08:04] And I also really care about doing good work. So that point, and so I think that was another thing was that we were kind of committed to making sure we did great work no matter what. It wasn't like, uh, maybe we'll do well, maybe we won't. It was like, we're going to do great work no matter what, because of that relationship. I don't want to leave the client in a worse place. I refuse to do that. And that, and that was just sort of a… an important lesson, I think Jason: [00:08:34] When you're an agency partner with Wix you unlock an entire digital ecosystem for creating, managing, and growing your agency. Get the full coding and design freedom to create anything your clients need, along with the tools to manage and collaborate with your team seamlessly from anywhere. And when it comes to growing your agency, you can get matched with new leads every day and earn revenue share for every website you guys create. They're backed by the Wix industry-leading security and site performance. You'll also have a dedicated account manager on standby 24/7 so you can reach your goals and start setting new ones. See for yourself, head over to wix.com/partners and re-imagine what your agency can accomplish. And I think a lot of people forget that, you know, we kind of ring the bell. Or the gong, you know, ring the gong when you sell a deal and you're like, yeah, that's good for you. But you know, the client is already thinking, like having buyer's remorse, like you should be thinking about… Like, I was chatting with Darby, our agency scale specialist yesterday, and he's been bringing on a lot of really amazing members. And he's like, look, I'm so invested because I want them to have the best experience because it's, it's my word of what they went on. And I'm like, that's why we get along so well, we will do anything to move people along rather than like yeah. You gave us money. Yeah. Good luck. Brian: [00:10:10] Yeah, exactly. I mean, the way that I've seen it. So usually when we take on a contract, there's occasionally if it's smaller company, we might be dealing with the owner or upper executives. But usually when it comes to day-to-day, we're dealing with the manager that they have on their end. That's managing the relationship with us. And I've always told my team and, and this is kind of been a guiding principle… I want to see that person be in a position to get promoted. Just for working with us, they're doing so well, but they're now getting promoted. They're fully engaged. They love what they're doing and they're helping break down barriers within the organization to provide value. On top of that, the way that I see it, especially in the bigger organizations is I need everybody on my team to say everything that we do has provided value. Obviously, like it provides value to the brand that we're doing this work for… We're, we're billing for it. And that works out and ultimately it should be contributing to our culture. But after that, the client, that first person, that first line of contact or the person on the front lines, make sure that we're doing everything we can to help them. Make sure that what we're doing not only helps them, but helps them help their team. Make sure what we're doing not only helps them and helps their team, but helps their whole company and organization. And make sure all of that ends up helping their end customer. Because like, if you can follow that, that thread all the way through, and there's no conflict anywhere along the way, let's proceed. Let's move forward with this project and give it everything you've got. If there's a conflict on the way, maybe that's project we don't want to take on. Maybe there's a different reason that we, you know, maybe we want to propose something else. But if you can't follow that all the way along the way, then you can't have confidence that what you're doing is going to provide value. Another thing, I think that was important for us is... And this came up after working in other agencies was, you know, I remember a gentleman said to me said, look, I want to be able to be proud of who I see when I look in the mirror. I want to be able to be proud to tell my kids, the clients and the projects that I work on. And so another thing that we took on very early on was like to be picky. And so it's picky not just on the clients and the projects we work on. We want to do things that provide value to the world, but we also care about kind of like… Are we providing value to that organization? And so the how is just as important as like specifically what we're doing. And I would say, I want to add too, that team members put a lot more energy into it. Jason: [00:12:26] Oh, yeah. I think a big part of why you've gotten to grown so fast too, is you have belief in your team and you. And you said that we knew right away we could take on enterprise clients, right? There's so many of us that didn't start that way, right? We didn't start with at a big agency, like a Razorfish or go to... Like me, I was accidental. I remember I joke with people. I'm like, my first client asked me for an invoice. I didn't even know what an invoice was. I didn't know all these terminologies. And so for many years I had kind of that, um, imposter syndrome. That I could do a website, but I can't do anything else. And I see a lot of people that way. So I just want everybody listening, even if you have that… Look, I even feel like the imposter syndrome too. And I've been in the agency space since 98. And so you got to kind of go look, I'm really good at this and I can dominate this part and go do it. And build relationships like Brian has talked about… Correct me if I'm wrong, if you make all your managers and all those people rockstars, they get promoted and where do they go? Other companies, and then they bring you along. Don't they? Brian: [00:13:43] Yes, exactly. And so, in fact, I just received an MSA for a sneaker brand I'm super into, you know, like huge brands that I liked already loved are now like our client base. And I feel like… This morning, just from work, doing, working hard with some people while they worked in other companies before that. And so the way that I say it is just, that should almost be the end goal. That should be the expectation. Like we're all kind of in our careers together. We are all sort of like at certain points in certain stages. Our clients should be going to other companies, and when they do, they should want to come into work with us. And we should be sort of a secret tool that they bring to the table. Is that it bring that success along with them. Jason: [00:14:26] Exactly. Yeah. Cool. Awesome. Well, this has all been amazing. Brian, is there anything I didn't ask you that you think would benefit the audience listening in? Brian: [00:14:34] I just want to touch briefly on the collaboration part. One thing that helped out was that a lot of our brainstorming sessions early on, and what helped us grow is that we, you know, this person was a graphic designer. This person is doing SEO. This person is an analytics and that person's doing paid media. We would do a lot of like collaborative work early on to say, you know, kind of all hands on deck. Like how do we solve this client's paid search need? And get ideas from a lot of different people and made sure that everybody on our team knew Google analytics, knew kind of some of the mechanics of how the other channels worked. And that went a long way to them building relationships, them doing sort of cross-channel collaboration. And then being able to offer solutions to clients that were kind of like a bit more thought through. A bit more holistic or integrated, and a bit more defensible, maybe from different angles. So I would just say like, if you have a few different disciplines, like make sure to figure out how those two go together to be better than if you only worked on just one discipline alone. Jason: [00:15:38] I love it. I love it. What's the website people go and check your agency out? Brian: [00:15:43] Uh, brain.do. Jason: [00:15:44] Awesome. Well, everyone go check that out. Thanks so much, Brian, for coming on the show. Lots of amazing stuff. And if you guys want to be around amazing agency owners and you believe that iron sharpens iron, where other agencies are sharing the strategies that are working for them, and they're able to see the things you might not be able to see. I want to personally invite you all to go to digitalagencyelite.com. This is our exclusive mastermind just for experienced agency owners. We only take a few every couple of months. So go there now, fill out an application and maybe we'll chat if we feel it's right for you. So go to digitalagencyelite.com and until next time have a Swenk day.

In one of his interviews at his current company, our guest said this to the CEO: “If we're going to build an organization that truly earns the love of the customer by providing a consistent experience, we need to put the entire customer journey under one umbrella. We also need to train the team to be maniacally focused on the customer — to understand the market, the industry, and the players' wants, needs, and wins — by training as a whole, not in silos.” In this episode, I interview Mark Rosenthal, COO at HqO, about executing his vision to create a culture of collaboration. Why workers need to return to the city How Mark transitioned from VP to CRO to COO How an argument helped shape his defining moment as a leader What Mark does to stay engaged with the customer team What the three keys to a collaborative culture are at HqO Check out these resources we mentioned: Mark Rosenthal on LinkedIn HqO Waze Subscribe, listen, and rate/review the Customer Experience Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play or Google Podcasts, and find more episodes on our blog. Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for the Customer Experience Podcast in your favorite podcast player.

Sal Bolaños, Design Director at TransUnion, which is a global information and insights company that makes trust possible between businesses and consumers, by ensuring that each consumer is reliably and safely represented in the marketplace. Sal shares his organic journey fed by curiosity and hunger to keep learning and improving. In his role as a design leader he involves business leaders early in the design process which makes the immediate and long term value more real for all the stakeholders.

For many boards, defining their unity of purpose is still just as relevant as when this episode debuted in July 2020. The 2021 school year is underway and school boards continue to face unique challenges brought forth by the pandemic. These challenges are made more difficult when board members are not working as a cohesive team. A unified board aligns its efforts with the vision, mission and values of its district, making it easier to address district concerns with one voice.

One of the followers from our social accounts posed Andrew the question of “How do I create a more collaborative culture within the workplace?” A great question. Hear what Andrew's thoughts are about this in this clip.

Regina Collins is the Principal of the Global School at the Florida Virtual School.  Florida Virtual School is a national organization serving K - 12 students in online education for over 23 years.  She has 20 years in education and 11 of them in virtual education.  In her role as the Global School Principal, she collaborates with a diverse group of people to work towards the common goal of increasing student achievement and retention in an online setting.  She has a way of encouraging students and staff to remain positive and persevere while adapting to change.  And boy has the last 13 months or so really tested that skill! She believes partnerships with parents and school districts are essential to enriching the experience at FLVS Global School.  Prior to joining FLVS in 2010, she also has experience teaching at the elementary level where she passionately pursued strategies to reach the individual needs of each of her students. Teaching is an art and science Organization Development Manager National Standards for quality online instruction Ongoing multi-step process Targeted professional learning sessions Very large school, considered their own district informal and formal observations pre/post observation conferences classroom walkthrough meetings mid-year evaluation EOY Evaluation How do you monitor if someone is working? It doesn't matter, what matters is that kids are learning. Heat map shows when kids are working. Students need to find the model that works for them. how to be a transformative principal? 1. Think outside the box 2. Collaborate - join Jethro's Mastermind Topics: Questions from other leaders: How to evaluate when they are remote? How do you make sure a teacher is working contract hours? Collaborative Culture in online environment String of little things I do on a consistent basis. Sponsors InControl SEL for Middle School In Control created an effortless social and emotional, character development video curriculum for your students that's ZERO-TEACHER-PREP AND it's so cool looking- it feels like a Youtube or Netflix Series- and that's purposeful, they meet students right where they're at. The videos are 5–6 minutes, kids love them, teachers love them, and you will too. There's no guesswork in the program because there's a 21-video progression for each grade level. They've thought of everything– because it's a group of award winning counselors, teachers, and principals that came up with this thing. It'll help you save tons of time and headaches. Take it from me, it's time to check that social-emotional learning box, the empty one that's been keeping you up at night–and it's time to do it in a meaningful, measurable, magnetic way. If you go to www.InControlSEL.com/jethro you can check out some of the videos and even receive 20% off if you pre-order for next school year John Catt Today's Transformative Principal sponsor, John Catt Educational, amplifies world-class voices on timeless topics, with a list of authors recognized globally for their fresh perspectives and proven strategies to drive success in modern schools and classrooms. John Catt's mission is to support high-quality teaching and learning by ensuring every educator has access to professional development materials that are research-based, practical, and focused on the key topics proven essential in today's and tomorrow's schools. Learn more about professional development publications that are easy to implement for your entire faculty, and are both quickly digestible and rigorous, by visiting https://us.johncattbookshop.com/. Learn more about some of the newest titles: - The Coach's Guide to Teaching by Doug Lemov The Feedback Pendulum: A manifesto for enhancing feedback in education by Michael Chiles Putting Staff First: A blueprint for revitalising our schools by John Tomsett and Jonny Uttley 10 Things Schools Get Wrong (And How We Can Get Them Right) by Jared Cooney Horvath and David Bott Let's Talk About Flex: Flipping the flexible working narrative for education by Emma Turner A Parent's Guide to Powerful Teaching by Patrice Bain John Catt is also proud publisher of the new book from Transformative Principal host Jethro Jones: SchoolX: How principals can design a transformative school experience for students, teachers, parents – and themselves Visit this page to learn more about bulk orders and how to bring John Catt's research-based materials to your school: https://us.johncattbookshop.com/pages/agents-and-distributors

Daniel Shlossman is the SVP, DIgital + Growth @ sweetgreen. He leads marketing, product, and digital channels. In his three years at sweetgreen, Daniel has been focused on enabling customer growth through channel expansion and improvement, including the launch of sweetgreen's off-premise business, via Outpost and delivery. Daniel's incredible background includes roles at Uber (as Head of West Coast Operations & Marketing) and at NFL (as their Director of Product for Fantasy Football). Disruption in any market starts with passionate founders who see opportunities to scale in all domains and are not limited by a particular mode or channel of growth. Don't think that you need to build a mobile app because “everyone else is doing it”. A mobile app gives you the opportunity to use your resources to add value to your customers' lives and grab a huge chunk of the market in the process. Even with a great product-market fit, your team is the most crucial aspect of building a mobile app. A collaborative culture among people who love to work together allows for that facilitation across different departments and different channels and is crucial to make growth happen. You should identify opportunity areas and really go after them. Even if you don't know something - you will make mistakes and learn from them. It's important to have candid conversations to get better with each decision. Follow a detailed diagnosis process within your team to learn from your mistakes as well as projects that were fully or partially successful. Sometimes, the best ideas come from taking something your customers already love and making it even better. One great way to turn such commonplace ideas into massive growth opportunities is to combine a few popular features that customers are experiencing in your app or your competitors. Also, look at enhancing key features to add something new to the app. Successful pivots in tough times like the pandemic require nimbleness and agility in executing a response to the new situation. At sweetgreen, they found this opportunity via shifting operations to donations to frontline medical workers in need. They repurposed and adapted their existing processes to respond to this opportunity. Personalization allows you to get close to the customers. At sweetgreen, Daniel thinks about personalization from the perspective of the customer. This way, personalizing a service goes far beyond small changes that give customers some control over the product you create for them. It means letting them care about the product in a way that grants them ownership of the product resulting from the service, including full customization of chosen ingredients.

Today on #CloudNClear, we're excited to host special guest Dave Duvall, CIO at Discovery—one of the top media & entertainment companies in the world. Discovery partnered with SADA to rollout #GoogleWorkspace globally. Dave joins our host Tony Safoian, CEO at SADA, to share their journey to Google Workspace, discuss the partnership with SADA, and give insights into the lessons learned by taking on a project of this caliber during a global pandemic. Dave also shares his 18-year journey at Discovery, highlighting how he's helped navigate the company's impressive growth through many changes. Dave explains Discovery's approach to change and the underlying culture that has enabled success. Tune in on-demand now to learn why Discovery chose SADA and #GoogleWorkspace to boost global collaboration and move at a faster pace.   Host: Tony Safoian Guests: Dave Duvall   Connect on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cloudnclear https://twitter.com/SADA https://twitter.com/safoian https://twitter.com/duvs   Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/safoian/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveduvall/ To learn more, visit SADA.com.

Dr. Gregory Gardner, Jr. began his educational career in 2007 in the Griffin-Spalding County school system at Carver Road Middle School.  He spent seven years there as a Language Arts, Social Studies, and remedial reading teacher.  Over the course of those seven years, he helped to pilot the Positive Behavior Intervention System program and served as a member of the leadership team. In 2014, Dr. Gardner completed his doctoral studies in Curriculum and Instruction, and he began the transition process to become an assistant principal.  Later that year, he was promoted within the same school, where he spent four years as an assistant principal.  During those times, Dr. Gardner was a part of the administrative team that lead Carver Road Middle School to recognitions from the International Center for Leadership in Education (ICLE) as a Model School for 2016 and 2017, and the team continued to exceed performance measures through the use of a transformative model that led to a shift in instructional practice and a focus on teaching and learning. In 2018, Dr. Gardner was named principal of Kennedy Road Middle School, also in the Griffin-Spalding County school system, and he was tasked with turning around the school, which historically was underperforming based on the targets set by the Georgia Department of Education.  Dr. Gardner rebranded the school with #CougarAccountability and put a clear set of expectations which were pulled from the Learning by Doing Framework where there was a Focus on Learning, Collaborative Culture, and a Results Orientation.  This led to a huge culture shift, and at the end of the year 30% of the staff either resigned or were not offered a contract. The work was hard, and everyone wasn't committed to doing the work.  The efforts Dr. Gardner and his leadership team put in place, however, led to a huge increase in the school's College and Career Readiness Performance Index (CCRPI) from a 57.3/F to a 71.2/C, a 14.9 percentage point increase overall, and there were notable recognitions in the school's focus on closing gaps in subgroup performance, which increased by 28.7 percentage points.  The school also was deemed a 2020 Model School due to 1) professional learning community, 2) high expectations 3) collaborative leadership 4) data-driven decision making, and 5) meeting all students' needs. Dr. Gardner is currently in his 3rd year of his principalship, and has a focus on building the team around him.  Ultimately, his goal is to prepare a member of his team to take the reigns of the school once it is time for him to move to his next opportunity, and he also has ambitions of starting his own business and tackling the challenges of becoming a published author. Post Pandemic Planning What do I need to do differently? What do I need to do to serve my students? Engagement during the summer. Start of School Task force - separate virtual academy Kids are resilient Kids that have succeeded. Find those kids who are successful in online environments and support them. Some people aren't comfortable doing something new. What are some things that you are going to take away? Simultaneous teaching method. What are you going to keep? Recording videos & leveraging technology how to be a transformative principal? I got out in classrooms to see what is going on, what kids would you like me to work with? Sponsors InControl SEL for Middle School In Control created an effortless social and emotional, character development video curriculum for your students that's ZERO-TEACHER-PREP AND it's so cool looking- it feels like a Youtube or Netflix Series- and that's purposeful, they meet students right where they're at. The videos are 5–6 minutes, kids love them, teachers love them, and you will too. There's no guesswork in the program because there's a 21-video progression for each grade level. They've thought of everything– because it's a group of award winning counselors, teachers, and principals that came up with this thing. It'll help you save tons of time and headaches. Take it from me, it's time to check that social-emotional learning box, the empty one that's been keeping you up at night–and it's time to do it in a meaningful, measurable, magnetic way. If you go to www.InControlSEL.com/jethro you can check out some of the videos and even receive 20% off if you pre-order for next school year John Catt Today's Transformative Principal sponsor, John Catt Educational, amplifies world-class voices on timeless topics, with a list of authors recognized globally for their fresh perspectives and proven strategies to drive success in modern schools and classrooms. John Catt's mission is to support high-quality teaching and learning by ensuring every educator has access to professional development materials that are research-based, practical, and focused on the key topics proven essential in today's and tomorrow's schools. Learn more about professional development publications that are easy to implement for your entire faculty, and are both quickly digestible and rigorous, by visiting https://us.johncattbookshop.com/. Learn more about some of the newest titles: - The Coach's Guide to Teaching by Doug Lemov The Feedback Pendulum: A manifesto for enhancing feedback in education by Michael Chiles Putting Staff First: A blueprint for revitalising our schools by John Tomsett and Jonny Uttley 10 Things Schools Get Wrong (And How We Can Get Them Right) by Jared Cooney Horvath and David Bott Let's Talk About Flex: Flipping the flexible working narrative for education by Emma Turner A Parent's Guide to Powerful Teaching by Patrice Bain John Catt is also proud publisher of the new book from Transformative Principal host Jethro Jones: SchoolX: How principals can design a transformative school experience for students, teachers, parents – and themselves Visit this page to learn more about bulk orders and how to bring John Catt's research-based materials to your school: https://us.johncattbookshop.com/pages/agents-and-distributors

In this podcast Shane Hastie, Lead Editor for Culture & Methods, spoke to Pato Jutard, CTO of Mural, about the challenges of maintaining a collaborative culture as they have grown from under 100 people to over 450 through the pandemic. Read a transcript of this interview: https://bit.ly/3hrdqml Subscribe to our newsletters: - The InfoQ weekly newsletter: bit.ly/24x3IVq - The Software Architects' Newsletter [monthly]: www.infoq.com/software-architects-newsletter/ Upcoming Virtual Events - events.infoq.com/ InfoQ Live: live.infoq.com/ - July 20, 2021 - August 17, 2021 Follow InfoQ: - Twitter: twitter.com/InfoQ - LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/infoq - Facebook: bit.ly/2jmlyG8 - Instagram: @infoqdotcom - Youtube: www.youtube.com/infoq

As an advocate for responsible, purpose-driven, evidence-based, and human-centered design, Natan has been in the industry for over 20 years working in impressive companies like Lazada and now, AirAsia. He has dabbled in a variety of roles in the industry from being a Web Designer, to a Product Designer, UX Lead, R&D Specialist and even an Innovation Advisor. He has moved from being a team member to a leader and has plenty to share from his experience on both ends of the spectrum. Tune in to hear Natan share about the blunders he has witnessed during culture change or digital transformation and learn how to avoid these common mistakes. He will also be sharing his practices on how he builds a collaborative team culture that learns as the current Head of Design in AirAsia. #LeaningIntoChange Online Webinar Series graced with a Guest Interviewee of a current experienced UX practitioner, hosted by Daylon Soh, Founder & Design Educator at CuriousCore (ex-eCommerce Architect at Razer)

In this episode (recorded in December 2020) I chat with leading author and collaboration expert, Jim Tamm. Collaboration has become such an essential component in an organisation's success, yet still many people struggle to collaborate effectively. Online tools alone will not work without a collaborative mindset, skills and behaviours. Drawing on his research and extensive experience, Jim provides us with insights and tips on how to create and embed a collaborative culture in your organisation. He also reveals what's new in the 2nd edition of his book Radical Collaboration. Meet your host, Gerry MurrayShow LinksJim Tamm at Radication Collaboration Radical Collaboration by Jim Tamm and Ron LuyetWide Circle Performance Solutions

After 30 days of implementing the Gratitude Matrix, our executive director Kristen went from 17 callouts in September to 4 callouts in August. What did she do? She implemented the Gratitude Matrix in her school, and saw an almost immediate shift because her staff felt valued and appreciated. This is why I am so excited to share the Gratitude Matrix with you; a very powerful, yet very simple system, that I teach to all of the owners and directors that I work with. If you loved this episode, come join me in our private Facebook lounge where we offer accountability, support, and massive amounts of value. Click the link below and request to join for free: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1320019694692592 Be sure to download the Teacher's Language of Appreciation framework here: Chanie.me/gratitudematrix

In this podcast, Alicia Olsen will explain her journey in the teaching world. She will explain the differences and challenges from elementary to high school. She believes in relationships and demonstrates emotional intelligence. She has read many books in her quest to become a better teacher. One of the books she refers to is "The Four Tendencies" by Gretchen Rubin, which explains the 4 types of expectations. BIO Alicia Olsen is a cross-categorical special education teacher and case manager at James Madison Memorial High School in Madison, Wisconsin. She has 11 years of experience teaching at the elementary level and is currently in her first year working with high school students. Alicia is making this transition to her new role during the COVID-19 pandemic which requires her to build connections with her new colleagues and students in a virtual environment while schools are closed. Alicia lives in Madison with her husband and two-year-old daughter.

With co-located working almost a thing of the past, the need for a collaborative workplace culture is now more urgently felt than ever before. To find out more about how this can be created, we sat down with author, speaker, and Columbia Business School professor, Adam Galinsky. The post Creating a collaborative culture with Adam Galinsky, Columbia Business School appeared first on HRD.

Competition is all around us, and we learn about it from a very early age. Although there are negative connotations surrounding competition and conflict, Sejar Thakkar argues that a little conflict can actually be very productive. Competition can be healthy or divisive, and understanding the difference can mean understanding how to progress in both a competitive and a collaborative environment. Thakkar describes how competition can challenge you to do better and move forward - especially within an organization - but also how collaboration can promote a higher morale and diversity and inclusion. *** If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving us a short review? It takes less than 60 seconds, and could make a huge difference in spreading the word of these inspiring/courageous conversations.
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At the 20th annual LCI Congress, James Pease and Brittanie Campbell-Turner present on the topic of “How to Increase Adoption of the IPD Model by Using Blockchain.” In this presentation, James and I talked about how it's unquestionably the future to incorporate blockchain and smart contracts with construction contracting. In this presentation, we focus on integrated project delivery contracting although blockchain can impact / streamline any contracting model pending the algorithms are built correctly. James and I decided to focus IPD specifically because of the similarities of transparency contracting with both IPD and a distributed ledger technology. Find out more about James Pease: James Pease, Regional Manager of Facility and Property Services with Sutter Health, and integrated health system in Northern California spends between between 500M and 700M on their annual capital program. James is an experienced practitioner of the IPD model for 11+ years at Sutter Health. James also developed an education platform at http://LeanIPD.com (LeanIPD.com), where he has been sharing through webinars and blog posts different elements about how to be successful in running lean projects. Last year, James participated in the development of an IPD guide that shares how to carry out an IPD projects, you can find the guide at http://leanipd.com (leanipd.com). https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamespease/ (LinkedIn) https://twitter.com/leanipd?lang=en (Twitter) https://leanipd.com/ (Lean IPD) https://leanipd.com/integrated-project-delivery-an-action-guide-for-leaders/ (IPD An Action Guide for Leaders) Previous Podcast Episode with James Pease: http://How to Develop a Collaborative Culture on Every Project with James Pease (How to Develop a Collaborative Culture on Every Project with James Pease) Music By: Epic Music Supervision

Frank Barnes, Eric Ahlstrom, Rex Miller (Left to Right) Topics Covered in this Episode: Capturing the Millennial Generations into AEC with Lean How to Implement Lean in Organizations Lean Tools Lean Behavior High Performance Teams Future of Construction / Lean Implementation How to get a Lean Mindset How to Get the Best Out of the next Lean Construction Institute Congress Resources: http://leanconstruction.org (Lean Construction Institute) Frank Barnes - http://www.udecott.com (UDeCoCTT) Eric Ahlstrom - http://www.amgen.com/ (Amgen ) http://rexmiller.com/ (Rex Miller) - http://gomindshift.com/ (mindSHIFT) https://www.amazon.com/Commercial-Real-Estate-Revolution-Transforming/dp/0470457465/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1512432781&sr=1-4&keywords=real+estate+revolution (Commercial Real Estate Revolution) - by https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=Rex+Miller&search-alias=books&field-author=Rex+Miller&sort=relevancerank (Rex Miller) (Author),‎ https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_2?ie=UTF8&text=Dean+Strombom&search-alias=books&field-author=Dean+Strombom&sort=relevancerank (Dean Strombom) (Author),‎ https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_3?ie=UTF8&text=Mark+Iammarino&search-alias=books&field-author=Mark+Iammarino&sort=relevancerank (Mark Iammarino) (Author),‎ https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_4?ie=UTF8&text=Bill+Black&search-alias=books&field-author=Bill+Black&sort=relevancerank (Bill Black) (Author)  https://www.amazon.com/Change-Your-Space-Culture-Transformation/dp/1118937813/ref=pd_sim_14_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1118937813&pd_rd_r=X8HW2J5H8XY3HCRJB4M4&pd_rd_w=hfSJJ&pd_rd_wg=NpXHI&psc=1&refRID=X8HW2J5H8XY3HCRJB4M4 (Change Your Space, Change Your Culture) by https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=Rex+Miller&search-alias=books&field-author=Rex+Miller&sort=relevancerank (Rex Miller) (Author),‎ https://www.amazon.com/Mabel-Casey/e/B00O6Y1DCK/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_2 (Mabel Casey)  (Author),‎ https://www.amazon.com/Mark-Konchar/e/B00O6Y1CGM/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_3 (Mark Konchar)  (Author) Similar Episodes: http://www.constructrr.com/ep28/ (How to Create High Performance Project & the Benefits of IPD/Lean Projects - Part I ) http://www.constructrr.com/ep29/ (How to Create High Performance Project & the Benefits of IPD/Lean Projects - Part II) http://www.constructrr.com/ep36/ (Be A Continuous Improvement Junkie with John Pemberton) http://www.constructrr.com/ep22/ (How to Develop a Collaborative Culture on Every Project with James Pease ) http://www.constructrr.com/ep32/ (Key Things Owners Should Being Paying Attention in this Economy – w/ Economist Anirban Basu) http://www.constructrr.com/ep42/ (How to Increase Performance in Your Capital Project with Stephen Mulva) Show notes: http://constructrr.com/ep52 (constructrr.com/ep52) Music By: Epic Music Supervision

David DeYarza, CEO at Builderbox Find David DeYarza at: Builderbox.io David@builderbox.io https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddeyarza/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddeyarza/) https://twitter.com/David_Bldrbx (https://twitter.com/David_Bldrbx) If you want to hear more about IPD, Lean, listen to http://www.constructrr.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=1622&action=edit (How to Develop a Collaborative Culture on Every Project with James Pease) on constructrr.com/ep22. Music By: Epic Music Supervision Show Notes: www.constructrr.com/ep31

Renee Cheng, Professor and Associate Dean of Research at University of Minnesota. Find Renee Cheng at: http://arch.design.umn.edu/directory/chengr/ (University of Minnesota Faculty Website) Find the research Renee Cheng has contributed to: http://z.umn.edu/ipdcasestudies2012cheng (AIA/AIA MN IPD Case Studies) http://z.umn.edu/teamsmatterreportgsa (GSA Teams Matter) http://www.gsa.gov/collaborativepractices (GSA Integration at Its Finest) https://www.leanconstruction.org/learning/research/ (Lean Construction Institute – Learning)The research report can also be found here along with other LCI Sponsored Research: https://www.leanconstruction.org/learning/research/ (Motivation and Means: How and Why IPD and Lean Lead to Success) IPDA website at ipda.ca/research-performance/case-studies If you want to hear more about IPD, Lean before we get to part two and haven't listened to this episode and http://www.constructrr.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=1622&action=edit (How to Develop a Collaborative Culture on Every Project with James Pease) on constructrr.com/ep22. James Pease is with Sutter Health was part of this IPD & Lean research. Music By: Epic Music Supervision www.constructrr.com/ep29

Renee Cheng, Professor and Associate Dean of Research at University of Minnesota. Find Renee Cheng at: http://arch.design.umn.edu/directory/chengr/ (University of Minnesota Faculty Website) Find the research Renee Cheng has contributed to: http://z.umn.edu/ipdcasestudies2012cheng (AIA/AIA MN IPD Case Studies) http://z.umn.edu/teamsmatterreportgsa (GSA Teams Matter) http://www.gsa.gov/collaborativepractices (GSA Integration at Its Finest) https://www.leanconstruction.org/learning/research/ (Lean Construction Institute – Learning)The research report can also be found here along with other LCI Sponsored Research: https://www.leanconstruction.org/learning/research/ (Motivation and Means: How and Why IPD and Lean Lead to Success) IPDA website at ipda.ca/research-performance/case-studies If you want to hear more about IPD, Lean before we get to part two and haven't listened to this episode and http://www.constructrr.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=1622&action=edit (How to Develop a Collaborative Culture on Every Project with James Pease) on constructrr.com/ep22. James Pease is with Sutter Health was part of this IPD & Lean research. Music By: Epic Music Supervision   www.constructrr.com/ep28

AEC Software Specialist and Podcaster, Bill Debevc. He is the Host of these podcasts: http://BiMThoughts.com (BIMThoughts.com) http://CADThoughts.com (CADThoughts.com) http://podcast.revitoped.com/ (Revit OpEd) the Shared Coordinates Network At LPA where Bill works, everyone is a designer – including the IT group where he works. We talk about the difference between BIM Managers at the executive level, middle management, and project specific managers. How each person impacts the organization and the success of the projects through standardization. AEC Tech conversation covers: BIM Iterative Design Generative Design Energy Analysis Virtual Reality: Revit Enscape HTC Vive Lumia Augmented Reality – Microsoft Hololens – looking at the same model at the same time. Check out BIM Thoughts episode with – Paul Auben. BIM Caves – Bill explains what it is and why it helps for the design teams collaborate. We discuss how Lean teams with trades talk through and update the models. Lastly we take hold of Bill's words of wisdom regarding the pursuit of innovation. Find Bill Debevc at: BIMThoughts.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billdebevc/ (Bill Debevc) Twitter handle: @BillDebevc If you want to hear more about BIM and haven't listened to episodes International BIM and IPD with Nathan Wood at constructrr.com/ep15 and http://www.constructrr.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=1622&action=edit (How to Develop a Collaborative Culture on Every Project with James Pease) on constructrr.com/ep22 Music By: Epic Music Supervision Show Notes: http://www.constructrr.com/ep25 (www.constructrr.com/ep25)

James Pease, practitioner with 8+ years in using Lean Integrated Project Delivery (LIPD)/ Integrated Form of Agreement (IFOA). Subscribe at http://LeanIPD.com (LeanIPD.com) to get a sample IFOA Contract and learn more about IPD. Contact James Pease at: james@leanipd.com Find James on https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamespease/ (LinkedIn) Find out more about Integrated Project Delivery at http://leanconstruction.org (Lean Construction Institute) Find University of Minnesota case studies for IPD http://rp.design.umn.edu/resources/documents/IPD-Case-Study-Matrix-2012_corrected02.pdf (here). Music by: Epic Music Supervision Show Notes: www.constructrr.com/ep22