Podcasts about five behaviors

In this insightful episode of HR Like a Boss, John sits down with Erich Kurschat, owner of Harmony Insights LLC and passionate HR leader, to explore the human side of human resources. Eric shares his journey and dives into how emotional intelligence, effective communication, and tools like the DISC assessment can transform workplace relationships. Learn how conflict can catalyze growth, why intentional questions matter, and how HR professionals can lead with heart and strategy. ABOUT ERICErich Kurschat of Harmony Insights LLC helps companies and consultants build high-performing teams... and revenue streams... around the Everything DiSC and Five Behaviors assessments. A self-proclaimed "DiSC nerd" of 18+ years, Erich is especially passionate about equipping individuals to communicate meaningfully and productively with diverse stakeholders.

In the second half of their conversation, Edward J. van Luinen, Ed.D. and Tricia Cerrone reveal the system behind their decade-long collaboration—and the framework that became their book, Collaborate to Compete.But this isn't just theory. It's a Gen X playbook for how to lead, design, and scale collaboration that actually sticks. Grounded in five core behaviors—generosity, resourcefulness, co-creation, action, and gratitude—and powered by a noble purpose, their method flips the script on outdated workplace thinking. For Gen Xers who've quietly led with trust and integrity, this episode validates everything you've practiced—and gives you the language to teach it forward.>>Start With Self, Scale With Systems“Collaboration isn't a team sport—it's an individual practice.”They explain why collaboration isn't about tech or tools, but behaviors—and why it must be designed into people first, not platforms.>>Five Behaviors, One Noble Purpose“Generosity. Resourcefulness. Co-creation. Action. Gratitude.”Edward and Tricia walk through the five behavioral anchors of collaboration—and why the ‘how' must come before the ‘what.'>>Why the Old Workplace Models Are Failing“We're still running on 1900s bonus structures—and wondering why collaboration breaks down.”They unpack how outdated incentive systems kill trust and team performance—and how leaders can redesign for shared wins.>>The Disney Story That Brought It Home“I watched a father put his arm around his son—and almost cried.”Tricia shares the moment that reminded her why collaboration must be human-centered—because when it's done right, it doesn't just produce results. It heals.>>From High Concept to DIY“Take the five behaviors and run a self-check. Which ones are you already living?”They offer tangible steps for leaders, founders, and managers to assess and apply collaborative behaviors today—without waiting for a reorg._____________________Connect with us:Host: Vince Chan | Guests: Tricia Cerrone and Edward J. Van Luinen  --Chief Change Officer--Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligencefor Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.14 Million+ All-Time Downloads.Reaching 80+ Countries Daily.Global Top 3% Podcast.Top 10 US Business.Top 1 US Careers.>>>140,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.

Staffing expert Mike Cleland joins Brad Bialy to break down why the staffing industry is underperforming despite strong GDP. They explore the breakdown of sales accountability, the danger of a complacent culture, and how to rebuild a resilient, growth-minded team. Discover how executive leadership, peer accountability, and strong sales systems can reignite performance in today's staffing landscape. Mike also shares real stories and proven frameworks from decades of consulting experience. If you're leading a team or trying to scale your staffing firm, this episode is your blueprint.   5 Key Takeaways from This Episode: ✅ Who is accountable for the staffing industry's underperformance?   ✅ Become a sales team, not order takers ✅ How should you address toxic high-performers? ✅ Common traits of a company poised for growth ✅ Can small firms compete with the Goliaths in the room?   Chapters & Key Moments 00:00 – Why the staffing industry is underperforming 01:25 – The accountability gap in staffing 03:56 – From order takers to proactive sales teams 06:31 – Sales rejection, resiliency, and realignment 08:05 – Leadership's role in resetting accountability 09:53 – Coaching high-performers and learning from them 11:28 – Top-down and peer-to-peer accountability 13:41 – Culture and the power of peer influence 15:13 – Addressing toxic high-performers 18:17 – Red flags in staffing firm culture 20:45 – Traits of a company poised for growth 26:32 – Can small firms compete with Goliaths? 28:21 – About Charted Path and Mike's work 29:29 – The book that changed Mike's business mindset 34:06 – Advice for those starting in staffing    About the Speakers Brad Bialy has a deep passion for helping staffing and recruiting firms achieve their business objectives through strategic digital marketing. For over a decade, Brad has developed a proven track record of motivating and educating staffing industry professionals at over 100 industry-specific conferences and webinars. As a visionary leader, Brad has helped guide the comprehensive marketing strategy of more than 300 staffing and recruiting firms. His keen eye for strategy and delivery has resulted in multiple industry award-winning social media campaigns, making him a sought-after expert and speaker in the industry. With over 30 years of experience in the staffing industry, Mike Cleland helps executives achieve their growth goals through leadership development and organization design.  As the founder of Charted Path, Mike has worked with owners and executives on optimizing organizational structure, company governance, business planning, sales strategy, process improvement, performance management, and compensation plan development.   Mike has worked with over 140 companies ranging from start-up to $600 million in every major staffing vertical. As a former president of a $60 million IT staffing company, Mike understands the practical challenges of execution and helps clients develop focused and feasible solutions that management teams can implement. When not working with his clients, Mike shares his knowledge through various articles and speaking engagements.  His latest book Breaking Through: Leadership Disciplines from Top Performing Staffing Firms,  was co-authored with Barry Asin, President of SIA, as a follow-up to Behind the Wheel: Driving Excellence in Staffing Operations. Mike was named to the Staffing Industry Analysts Top 100 in Staffing for many years. He is also an Everything DiSC and Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team Partner as well as a Certified Contingent Workforce Professional through Staffing Industry Analysts.    

Teresa Caro is the founder and CEO of Liminist, a coaching firm dedicated to empowering leaders and teams to achieve transformative growth. As an ICF PCC credentialed executive and teams coach, Teresa specializes in helping C-suite executives, senior leaders, and high-performing teams embrace change, build resilience, and drive strategic impact. Teresa brings over two decades of leadership experience in high-stakes industries, including CPG, Retail, Fintech, and B2B SaaS. She is an Authorized Partner for The Five Behaviors® by Wiley, PXT Select certified, and a Positive Intelligence Coach. Through bespoke solutions, she helps clients cultivate agility, foster trust, and align their actions with purpose. Beyond her professional achievements, Teresa is an avid golfer, yoga enthusiast, and devoted family member. She believes in the power of unapologetic prioritization and encourages her clients to focus on what matters most in every stage of life and career. Learn more about Teresa and Liminist.

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

The guest this time is Erich Kurschat, the owner of Harmony Insights LLC, a company that helps companies and consultants build high-performing teams and revenue streams around the Everything DiSC® and The Five Behaviors® assessments. He is also the founder of HRHotSeat, an inclusive mastermind community of real HR pros solving real HR problems. Erich draws from a broad range of experiences as a corporate HR professional, a public speaker, a classical musician, and a proud introvert to inspire others toward meaningful work and productive workplace relationships.Discover how to transform workplace communication - Eric reveals his innovative methods for building high-performing teams through the use of DISC personality assessments and the Five Behaviors model. Dive into the world of effective communication as Eric discusses the importance of bridging diverse personality and communication styles to overcome misunderstandings. Explore how the inclusive Disrupt HR community is making waves by championing diverse voices and thought-provoking presentations, and why inclusivity holds the key to thriving HR networks.Bill and Erich also discuss their experiences at the recent DisruptHR party for Jennifer McClure in Chicago. ---Message from our sponsor: Looking for a solution to manage your global workforce?With Deel, you can easily onboard global employees, streamline payroll, and ensure local compliance. All in one flexible, scalable platform! Join thousands of companies who trust Deel with their global HR needs. Visit deel.com to learn how to manage your global team with unmatched speed, flexibility, and compliance.---Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

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

Neste episódio falamos sobre como nas organizações que aprendem os membros compartilham informações e conhecimentos, ajustando estratégias e processos para se adaptarem aos desafios e oportunidades. Discutimos sobre a importância da aprendizagem em equipe fazer parte da linguagem comum e tornar-se um procedimento e a expectativa da forma para apoiar uma cultura de trabalho colaborativo e sobre como ela está intimamente ligada à confiança dentro de uma equipe e à construção de times de alta performance. Conversamos com Cecilia Pinaffi, que é Psicóloga, com 30 anos de atuação como consultora e executiva de People, trabalhou em empresas de publicidade e mídia e tecnologia no Vale do Silício, e é certificada nas metodologias Strengths Finder da Gallup e Five Behaviors do Patrick Lencioni. Siga no Instagram para mais conteúdos https://www.instagram.com/ambidestra.sou Assista a este EP também no You Tube. #ambidestrasou #ambidestria #desenvolvimento #learningorganization #gestaodemudancas #mudar #aprendizagemcoletiva #floworganizacional #flow #organizacoesqueaprendem #confiança #altaperformance

Neste episódio falamos sobre como nas organizações que aprendem os membros compartilham informações e conhecimentos, ajustando estratégias e processos para se adaptarem aos desafios e oportunidades. Discutimos sobre a importância da aprendizagem em equipe fazer parte da linguagem comum e tornar-se um procedimento e a expectativa da forma para apoiar uma cultura de trabalho colaborativo e sobre como ela está intimamente ligada à confiança dentro de uma equipe e à construção de times de alta performance. Conversamos com Cecilia Pinaffi, que é Psicóloga, com 30 anos de atuação como consultora e executiva de People, trabalhou em empresas de publicidade e mídia e tecnologia no Vale do Silício, e é certificada nas metodologias Strengths Finder da Gallup e Five Behaviors do Patrick Lencioni. Siga no Instagram para mais conteúdos https://www.instagram.com/ambidestra.sou Assista a este EP também no You Tube. #ambidestrasou #ambidestria #desenvolvimento #learningorganization #gestaodemudancas #mudar #aprendizagemcoletiva #floworganizacional #flow #organizacoesqueaprendem #confiança #altaperformance

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

The conversation explores the concept of leadership and its application in dental practices. It discusses the misconception that leadership is solely the responsibility of the owner or manager, emphasizing that leadership is a collective effort. Takeaways Leadership is a collective effort and not limited to the owner or manager. Setting clear expectations and providing tools are essential aspects of leadership. The term 'leader' is often overused and misused, and individuals need to earn their leadership roles. Effective communication, transparency, and trust are crucial for building a successful team. Dentists face challenges in developing leadership skills, but the younger generation shows a strong desire to improve. Work-life balance is important to millennials and younger professionals, who prioritize a different style of work and life. Culture in the workplace is subjective and can vary from one office to another, but it is important to define and align with the values and goals of the business. Setting clear expectations and holding team members accountable is crucial for maintaining a positive work environment. The process of hiring and firing should be done with dignity and open communication, focusing on the needs and goals of both the employer and the employee. Creating a strong culture starts with defining the vision and values of the business and aligning behaviors and goals with those values. The firing process can be made easier by using tools such as the Arch template and radical candor to have difficult conversations and set clear expectations. Bio: Meet Geri Gottlieb, founder and CEO of GG Practice Coaching & Development, a seasoned coach, communications expert, and speaker. With over three decades of experience in dental practice management and leadership development, she brings a unique blend of expertise to drive sustainable growth. From owning two successful periodontal practices with her husband Dr Bob Gottlieb, to being a lead coach with ACT Dental Practice Management and Motivational Speaker Kirk Behrendt to launching her own venture in 2019— she knows what it takes to build a thriving business from scratch. With a passion for continuous education and a deep sense of empathy, Geri is dedicated to helping dental professionals grow and succeed. With a wealth of experience and a thirst for knowledge, she bridges the gaps between clinical expertise, leadership, management, and ownership. Armed with certifications in Adult Learning, Behavioral Therapy, The Five Behaviors of a Team®, DiSC® Behavioral Assessments, and her newest addition—The Working Genius—Geri is equipped to delve into the individual needs of every leader and team member. Website: https://ggpracticecoaching.com/  Shortcuts: (0:00) - Podcast Intro  (00:12) - What is Leadership  (01:40) - Is “Leadership '' over-hyped in dentistry?  (08:53) - Difference between Well Oiled Machine Practice and a practice that needs work?  (11:59) - What are the boundaries for transparency in the dental practice?  (20:28) - Why are people afraid of conflict at work?  (22:40) - Ability to read the room?  (23:28) - What would “Hell yea” look like?  (27:03) - DISC  (27:35) - Does the new generation of dentists struggle with leadership?  (30:45) - Misconception of work-life balance  (34:45) - Where to start with the Culture?  (39:39) - Mastering the skill of firing  (44:10) - How you fire is more important than how you hire!  (48:50) - The first time you feel you need to let someone go, you should let them go!  (51:04) - 5 Appreciations in the workplace  (53:45) - When is the right time to call GG

Join me on this candid solo episode if you're struggling to be patient when it comes to your career dreams and the things you really really want - like yesterday.In this episode, we discuss the importance of playing the long game in your career and the five key behaviours to make that happen. I'll take you through three common traps that you may be falling in to in finding a quick fix, an instant win or a job promotion that's gonna make you look really good on Linkedin - but may not be what you want in the long run.Tune in for an honest take on what makes career success work & how to play the long game with ease.Hannah Schmidt (Host):Awfully Quiet PodcastSubtle CareersTikTok

Can you imagine a fist-fight breaking out in the middle of your Sunday church service? That's what happened at a church in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and sadly--- the brawl made national news. Internal strife and open conflicts are so harmful to the church's testimony and the spread of the gospel, which is why the Bible continually calls us to protect our togetherness. In Philippians chapter 4, Paul gives similar advice to a group of Christians who needed to stand together.  What are five key behaviors that make for a fantastic church?  (Blueprint for Joy, part 12)

My special guest is Steven English Steven English is an experienced professional who has navigated the world of personal growth and self-discovery. With a background in corporate life, Steven underwent a period of introspection and evaluation, questioning his purpose and seeking a more fulfilling path. Through sobriety and self-reflection, he gained clarity on his passions and embarked on a journey to explore his true calling. With a meticulous approach, Steven invested in executive coaching training and developed a skill set to support his transition into the coaching and consulting industry. Leveraging platforms like LinkedIn, he connected with clients and shared his expertise, while also teaching effective presentation and meeting skills. Steven's story serves as an inspiration for those seeking to find their own path and align their work with their true passions. I am doing what I set out to do and having a positive impact on the lives of others. - Steven English In this episode, you will be able to: Unlock your true potential for personal growth and self-discovery to live a more fulfilling life. Overcome the challenges of comparison and self-doubt to boost your confidence and embrace your unique journey. Gain valuable insights and guidance from mentors and coaches to accelerate your personal and professional growth. Successfully navigate a career change and discover new opportunities that align with your passions and goals. Find your purpose and experience a greater sense of fulfillment by aligning your life with what truly matters to you. Steven's BIO: Throughout his 22 years in engineering, Steven served as a trainer to Fortune 500 organizations as well as influencing and managing company-wide change management activities. Steven is an ICF Professional Certified Coach, a TEDx speaker, a trained DiSC and Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team Facilitator along with Founder of multiple Toastmasters public speaking clubs. Steven empowers engineering executives and their teams with potent leadership skills, catalyzing innovation, boosting engagement, and curbing turnover. Steven has served over 150 one on one coaching clients and corporate clients such as BlackLocus (Home Depot Innovation Lab), Neighborly, RRC, Texas A&M Engineering, San Antonio River Authority, and Qualcomm. The key moments in this episode are:00:00:00 - The Power of Purpose 00:03:08 - Introduction to the Podcast 00:04:17 - Steven's Midlife Transition 00:08:06 - Preparing for Change 00:17:27 - The Comparison Trap 00:18:19 - Embracing Differences 00:19:50 - Recognizing Progress 00:22:08 - Developing a Personal Style 00:25:04 - Letting Go of the "Right Way" 00:32:41 - Introduction and LinkedIn as Home 00:33:14 - Contact Information 00:33:27 - Website Troubles 00:33:43 - Unique Names 00:34:02 - Closing Remarks Connect with Steve: http://linkedin.com/in/steveenglish2 https://www.facebook.com/steveoandthegiantcountryhorns?mibextid=LQQJ4d Connect with me: https://www.twitter.com/thedougthompson https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedougthompson/ https://www.youtube.com/@thedougthompson https://www.youtube.com/@thedougthompson https://thedougthompson.com https://www.facebook.com/thedougthompson --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-doug-thompson/support

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

0:00 Season topics, upcoming programs, Everything DiSC; and direction the podcast is going in Season 4.  0:28 Welcome by the podcast host, Vickie Maris. 1:20 What is an Authorized Partner - Everything DiSC and The Five Behaviors? Vickie Maris is an Authorized Partner and explains what she can provide in this role. You can reach out to Vickie for access to the personality assessments such as Everything DiSC "Workplace," "Productive Conflict," "Agile EQ," "Work of Leaders," and others. 3:00 You can also enroll for facilitator training if you would like to become a certified facilitator of Everything DiSC or The Five Behaviors. Give yourself a couple months of lead time for getting enrolled in one of the virtual sessions. They fill pretty quickly. 3:44 Vickie mentions upcoming interview with Paul Slaggert who is instructor of Day 1 of the 2-day short course, Frontline Leadership. It is hosted by the Kelley School of Business and takes place in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Fall 2023 session is full. The program will be offered again in Spring 2024. 4:20 Developing the Effective Technical Leader is coming up in October 17-18, 2023. It is taught by Dr. Pete DeLisle. Registration is open via the Kelley School of Business website (see link in previous sentence). 6:27 Contract work in the process documentation area and doing process improvement as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. Upcoming interviews with my colleagues in the areas of process improvement and project management. 7:27 Thank you for sharing the podcast out and for subscribing to the show (it is free to subscribe). 7:48 You also might see upcoming episodes in this season about shifting the daily routine to include silence and meditation. Vickie shares how that practice helped her with the songwriting for her recent album, Another Universe. Here is the link to the album in Spotify. The music is available in the many other music streaming services as well. 8:51 Introduction of the other podcast, Making of the Album - Another Universe. It is co-hosted by Vickie Maris, Michael Kelsey and Scott Greeson. We talk about the inspiration for the songs and the behind-the-scenes of the recording process for each of the songs. Enjoy the laughter and insider perspectives of three recording artists! Check out the podcast here: https://sites.libsyn.com/446118 10:23 Date of the concert by the Kelsey Greeson Project is Oct. 7, 2023. Artists: Michael Kelsey, Scott Greeson, Vickie Maris and Courtney Von Drehle. Tickets for the show at the TAF Theatre in Lafayette, Indiana are available in Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/617699384487?aff=oddtdtcreator 10:57 Wrap-up      

Today we're talking about something with significant consequences for your leadership at work and home; something that if you do not have it can lead to things like strained relationships, ineffective leadership, less authenticity, and less resilience. What are we talking about? Self-awareness. The key to meaningful, impactful leadership at work and home is more than competency, you also need self-awareness.In this episode we'll talk about:What self-awareness isFive Ways a Lack of Self-Awareness Holds You BackTools to grow in self-awarenessMentioned in this episode:• Feelings Wheel• Lencioni's Five Behaviors of Team• the Relational Enneagram assessmentHow you can support us:• Leave us a 5-star review on iTunes or Spotify• Become a patron on Patreon• Share this episode with a friend• Send a question for a future Office Hours episodeYou can work with us at Relational Leadership.

We all want strong investment returns. But what are the things that usually get in the way of that? It's not what you think.

Podcast Description: In this Dentistry's Growing with Grace event, Grace Rizza sits down with Geri Gottlieb, founder and owner of GG Practice Coaching & Development, to have a bold conversation about boundaries, employees, and creativity in dental leadership. As the dental industry undergoes rapid changes, it is crucial for leaders to embrace change and foster creativity to drive growth and innovation. Grace and Geri share their insights on how to set clear boundaries and the importance of embracing change in the dental industry when it comes to hiring. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve and learn how to drive positive change in your practice. Meet Grace Rizza: Grace Rizza is the CEO and founder of Identity Dental Marketing, which serves practices nationwide with ethical, effective marketing solutions. Today the company has helped to propel over 1,500 businesses to new levels of success. In her tenure as a business owner, Grace has authored countless industry-specific articles, podcasts, and blogs. She has spoken at dozens of dental meetings, including the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting, The Hinman Dental Meeting and the Greater New York Dental Meeting. Meet Geri Gottlieb: With a total of 28 years in the dental industry, Geri has useful experience in everything from practice management to administration and leadership. Having owned two large periodontal practices herself, she knows what it takes to successfully grow a business from the ground up. This experience gives her a better understanding of the multiple silos in our industry; clinical, leader, manager, and owner.  Always looking to accumulate more knowledge and understanding, Geri is certified in the Five Behaviors of a Team and DiSC Behavioral Assessments, allowing her to generate unique insights into the personal needs of each member of your team. 

In this episode we are going to continue our discussion from last week's episode #47 and explore the top things confident and secure people do in their lives and relationships.  If you'd like help with this or any other topic feel free to reach out to me- you can email me at coaching@angieday.com or you can easily and very quickly drop me a Voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheLoveConnectionPodcast  

Most psychometric tools are created by researchers in the West. These tools are shaped by cultural human beings with Western biases.  Are these tools viable in non-Western settings?How do you avoid marginalizing non-western team members if you do use those tools?Listen as Linda Berlot shares deep insights to help managers and facilitators alike use psychometric assessments to help their intercultural teams thrive. Learn how to bring cultural agility into the valuable tools you already use.Linda Berlot is the CEO of Berlot Group and works with executive teams to address intangible hurdles that exist around trust, conflict, communication, and intercultural issues, to adopt a better, more collaborative, and united way of working together.You can reach out to Linda Berlot at: berlotgroup.comSign up for a DiSC Certification through KnowledgeWorkx to understand how to bring cultural agility into the way you use DiSC at: knowledgeworkx.com/certifications-discSign up for an Inter-Cultural Intelligence Certification at: knowledgeworkx.com/certifications-iciIn this episode, you will learn:- How to use western psychometric assessment tools on intercultural teams.- How to build the psychological safety in teams necessary to make psychometric assessments helpful.- The biggest mistakes to avoid when facilitating psychometric assessments interculturally | Articles and Resources -- Two Spotlights for Illuminating Human Behavior (http://kwx.fyi/two-spotlights-for-human-behavior)--  DiSC Certification –The KnowledgeWorkx Way (http://kwx.fyi/disc-knowledgeworkx-way)-- KnowledgeWorkx.com/framework -- Brought to you by KnowledgeWorkx.com

Most people think of insecurity as a personality trait something you're born with that dooms you to a life of chronic anxiety and low self-esteem. And while it can certainly feel that way to people who have been insecure most of their lives, the real reason we feel chronically insecure is typically more subtle and often comes down to our habits and behaviors.  If you'd like help with this or any other topic feel free to reach out to me- you can email me at coaching@angieday.com or you can easily and very quickly drop me a Voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheLoveConnectionPodcast

Today, we talk about behaviors that we do that can directly impact the people closest to us in our lives, our friends and family.

Faith Roots was created to help you build a deeply-rooted, unshakeable faith. Listen or watch each week to grow your knowledge–and confidence–in God's Word. Support Faith Roots with a one-time or recurring tax-deductible donation here: https://bit.ly/3ByACel About Pastor Willie George: https://myfaithroots.com/about/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Willie_George

Faith Roots was created to help you build a deeply-rooted, unshakeable faith. Listen or watch each week to grow your knowledge–and confidence–in God's Word. Support Faith Roots with a one-time or recurring tax-deductible donation here: https://bit.ly/3ByACel About Pastor Willie George: https://myfaithroots.com/about/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Willie_George

Faith Roots was created to help you build a deeply-rooted, unshakeable faith. Listen or watch each week to grow your knowledge–and confidence–in God's Word. Support Faith Roots with a one-time or recurring tax-deductible donation here: https://bit.ly/3ByACel About Pastor Willie George: https://myfaithroots.com/about/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Willie_George

Faith Roots was created to help you build a deeply-rooted, unshakeable faith. Listen or watch each week to grow your knowledge–and confidence–in God's Word. Support Faith Roots with a one-time or recurring tax-deductible donation here: https://bit.ly/3ByACel About Pastor Willie George: https://myfaithroots.com/about/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Willie_George

Faith Roots was created to help you build a deeply-rooted, unshakeable faith. Listen or watch each week to grow your knowledge–and confidence–in God's Word. Support Faith Roots with a one-time or recurring tax-deductible donation here: https://bit.ly/3ByACel About Pastor Willie George: https://myfaithroots.com/about/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Willie_George

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

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

In this episode, Kelly and Jackson discuss vulnerability and how it shows up in work, relationships, family and friends.Find your way to more info ...- Disc Profile "The Five Behaviors"- Agile Retrospectives- Google Trends- Live Your Legend, Scott Dinsmore- Brené Brown- Bill Burr: Live at Red Rocks- 12 Rules for Life, Jordan PetersonFind us and submit your questions on Instagram at @WayfindingMedia

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

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

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

The book of Acts is the story of the first church. By the 8th chapter of Acts we find the first church experiencing their first wave of persecution. God squeezes glory out of tragedy due to the death of Stephen and the scattering of the Christians that further perpetuates the gospel. In this sermon, we are going to learn from both Philip the evangelist and the unnamed Ethiopian who has a God-encounter. To continue to support this ministry so we can reach people all around the world, visit www.givetofocus.com

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

It's not easy signing on a new commercial cleaning client, that's why it's important to realize the little things matter through the sales process. In this episode we list out five crucial behaviors that are needed to absolutely crush it when it comes to your janitorial sales. These five behaviors are sales principles 1v1 but 100% can be applied to commercial cleaning. More so, we've seen our best performing janitorial partners from ALL across the country implement these, and next thing you know, it's followed up with more cleaning sales! In this cleaning episode you will learn: Why you need to focus on having a big picture plan.How daily planning and activity is key to more cleaning sales. Why asking tough questions will allow you to become more honest and clear. In this podcast, we also mention a training we did on commercial cleaning goal setting, which you can view here. If you're in commercial cleaning and want to increase your sales, become part of our community today and get the best cleaning sales content and data in the industry. Apply to be a DayPorter Premium PartnerFollow Our DayPorter YouTube Page - Training, sales, cleaning contracts. Join Our Private Profitable Cleaner FB GroupIf you enjoyed this podcast, you can help us out immensely by sharing it with a colleague and giving us a rating. We appreciate you!

Tired of asking questions and receiving surface-level answers? This episode is for you. Over the past three years, Dan has listened to 100s of recorded prospect conversations, and behavior trumps skill. Yes, it's critical to prep your questions before any conversation so you have a roadmap of what you want to learn. But it's your ability to become self-aware and self-regulate five specific behaviors that forever changes the effectiveness of your questions – what you learn and how those questions build trust between you and your prospects. Listen in as Dan and Kiley blow the lid off of asking better questions and out-pacing your competition.

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

Kirsten Meneghello is the CEO and Founder of Illumination Coaching, a company that provides executive coaching, training, and development resources for leaders — with a strong focus on communication skills. Kirsten is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), attorney, frequent speaker, and former member of the Forbes Coaches Council. She is also an award-winning partner for Wiley Workplace Learning Solutions, Everything DiSC® Solutions, and The Five Behaviors™. While Kristen's career spans several industries, her passion for helping people maximize their potential has been her driving force. In this episode: Are you struggling with planning and maximizing your time as a leader? If so, there may be something that can help you leverage your time more wisely: the Eisenhower Matrix tool.   Kirsten Meneghello says that being able to allocate your time to urgent and important needs wisely and effectively is fundamental to success. As an experienced leadership coach, she shares tips on how you can use the Eisenhower Matrix tool to have more time to invest in the success and growth of your business.  In this episode of the Systems Simplified podcast, Adi Klevit sits down with Kirsten Meneghello, the CEO and Founder of Illumination Coaching, to discuss the best time management tool for leaders. They talk about the benefits of the Eisenhower Matrix tool, the importance of having well-documented processes and procedures, and how you can use each Eisenhower Matrix quadrant to create intentionality and focus. Tune in to learn how you can have the greatest impact with your time.

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

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

Sophie Bechu, Executive Vice President of Operations for Philips, talks with Ken Banta about company culture and behaviors that matter. She lays out five key behaviors for operational success and shares how they can influence culture, which in turn drives performance.

Once again Podcast Host, Matthew Forbes, continues on with Part 2, which includes: exploring the Five Behaviors of Personality, creatively discussing Case Studies from Comedians to Boredom, from the fundamentals of Agreeableness to the depths of Neuroticism. The Episode also features a link between inheriting Personality traits and the impact of our environments. With a conclusion talking about Finding Your Signature Strengths of Character. Stay tuned until the end because we made a break through with Self-esteem and how defeating boredom can alleviate depression! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anamericanpoetpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anamericanpoetpodcast/support

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

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

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

In this episode, we've got the Founder of High Impact Leadership, Laura Johnston. Laura has spent the last 20 years supporting and partnering with entrepreneurs. She is passionate about helping business leaders navigate the important steps to realize sustainable growth using proven models. While raising five children, she realized that real-life shows up in business and how prioritizing and building systems can allow business leaders to be more present in all of the things important to them! Laura is a Master Certified Coach of the Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching Program as well as a partner with the Everything DiSC and The Five Behaviors. She is an ardent fan of the philosophies and tools available within these programs and delights in helping her clients accurately identify their leadership strengths and gaps and assist in developing a plan of action to gain rapid insight into operational health and boost value. We talk about the 4A's they work with their clients, where the 3rd one is ACTION, Laura talks about why it's important to understand your tendencies while working with other people, and Laura finishes on why you need to create a follow-up system to continue your success. Check it out! [00:01 – 02:18] Opening Segment I introduce our guest, Laura Johnston with Travis Rohrer I briefly talk about the great values that await you in this episode Connect with Laura and Travis. See links below [02:19 – 08:56] Laura's learning journey and Masterminds Laura talks about how her learning changed from her early years vs today Getting into communities with experts helped me do bigger and really change my learning and thinking  Laura talks about her mentors and the masterminds she's been in Paying to play and take you to a different level How masterminds helped Laura in resetting and getting herself unstuck [08:57 – 17:41] Self-Education and Laura's reality Laura's thoughts about the Parallels on Self-education and Traditional Education Chance for our youth to look outside of the box and find ways to jump the traditional education system What people can expect when they enter Laura's reality and High Impact Leadership The 4A's of High Impact Leadership Awareness Assessments Action Achievement Success stories from people who joined her mastermind/group/event [17:42 – 25:00] Creating Success The key ingredient when it comes to being successful Exciting things that Laura has in store for the next 12 months Surrounding ourselves with people who found success despite the 2020 crisis Creating a follow-up system that's focused more on customer engagement not just customer service  Tips/Tactics Actionable Items from Laura Johnston Having a follow-up system is a huge key If you need help with setting up a follow-up system. Connect with Laura! See links below Final Thoughts Tweetable Quotes: “I'm a mother of five, and I've always encouraged my children to have experts in their life trainers, coaches, and tutors.” - Laura Johnston “Getting into communities with experts helped me to do bigger, and really changed my learning and thinking.” - Laura Johnston “Nothing's ever going to change unless you put those things and plans into action.” - Laura Johnston Resources Mentioned: https://www.highimpactleadership.us/ (High Impact Leadership) Connect with Laura on https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-johnston-hil/ (LinkedIn) or email her at Laura@highimpactleadership.us Connect with Travis on https://www.linkedin.com/in/travis-rohrer-hil/ (LinkedIn) or email him at travis@highimpactleadership.us  Be one of the first adopters of The Success Finder when it releases! Email me at brandon@thesuccessfinder.com You can connect with me, Brandon Straza, onhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonstraza/ ( LinkedIn),https://www.instagram.com/brandonstraza/ ( Instagram), or send me an email athttps://my.captivate.fm/brandon@thesuccessfinder.com ( brandon@thesuccessfinder.com). I'd love to...

Likilia Lebeau, B Dynamic Inc., chats with us about how a vision board has helped her find focus, obtain her goals, and find success in her life. She believes that a vision board can help your children can find the same success. After listening to this episode, I bet you will believe too. Lakilia, describes how to build the board and how to use it to maintain your focus on achieving greatness. This is a great episode for parents who have kids that seem to lack direction or drive to succeed. B Dynamic: B Dynamic Inc. an organization to help clients be the BEST version of self. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our customers by focusing on essential life skills needed to be successful. Specializing in workforce development for any size team. Topics include: Team Building, Leadership, Implicit Bias, The Five Behaviors of Effective Teams, Goal-Setting, and more! Tailored professional development available! You can find more information about Lakillia on her Facebook Page B Dynamic, INC. Check out our Facebook Group for parents just like you CST Nation

 Hear how Andy Bryars, Director of Customer Success at Okta is partnering with the Amplified Group to invest in his teams future, his team was already in a good place but Andy recognised as a leader that you cant take fitness of any kind for granted, especially when you are going through hyper-growth as an organisation. Download a sample of a Five Behaviors model Team Assessment HERE

Want to know the magic behind Softcat's phenomenal success?  Softcat's story is proof that you can scale at speed, go through a successful IPO and  still keep the magic. Colin gives us a valuable insight into the ‘Softcat way' where keeping the strategy simple to ensure the leadership team can invest their time in maintaining their incredible culture really is their recipe for success. Sam, our host describes Colin as the Custodian of Culture - (Sam should know as he was Softcat's CTO!) Enjoy - we certainly did recording it

On this Facebook Live series converted into a podcast, Len sits down with Geri Gottlieb to discuss how we mange life both inside and outside the practice. Having systems in place for open and honest communication was very important before the pandemic, and even more so now.   Takeaways from this episode include:  Communication Rhythm Stress and Importance of Trust Collaborative Tension Watching teams and leaders feel the stress of the continued Pandemic and the affect on team morale and communication.    With over 28 years in the dental industry, Geri has useful experience in everything from practice management and patient treatment to administration and leadership. In addition to having owned two large periodontal practices with her husband Dr. Bob Gottlieb. Launching her own business in 2019.  Geri now understands even more so what it takes to successfully grow and develop a business from the ground up. This experience, and her continuous education gives her a better understanding and empathy of the multiple silos in our industry; clinical, leader, manager, and owner.   Always looking to accumulate more knowledge and understanding; Geri has certifications in adult learning, Behavioral Therapy, The the Five Behaviors of a Team and DiSC Behavioral Assessments. These allow her to generate unique insights into the personal needs of each member of your team. She also spent 4 years as a lead coach with ACT Dental Practice Management and Motivational Speaker Kirk Berhendt. Geri's passion for organizational health, team and leadership development are the foundation of her coaching philosophy, and are some of the necessary ingredients for sustainable growth and development of any business.

When it comes to health, we’re our own worst enemies. Whether it’s regularly exercising, eating healthy, making that doctor’s appointment you’ve been putting off, creating the changes necessary to reduce your stress and make you happier, we all know how life can get in the way. What I’ve found is that there are five key behaviors that will help you reach any goal. The more of these you can start doing in your life, the more energy you’ll have, and the happier you’ll be in all areas of your life.   Resources talked about in this episode: Blog mentioned - Create a Virtuous Cycle with Gratitude Blog mentioned -  Stop Blaming Your Genes (and Your Parents) Blog mentioned - Create a Virtuous Cuyle with Gratitude  Product mentioned - Sleep Relief Book mentioned - The Happiness Advantage: How a Positive Brain Fuels Success in Work and Life   Visit our social media for more information: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter If you want the latest news and tips to improve your health, visit the NBI website.    

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

Bruce Tulgan discusses how to build real influence and become the go-to person in your workplace. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The mindset that makes you indispensable 2) Why you shouldn't stick to your speciality 3) How to stop juggling and start finishing tasks Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep582 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT BRUCE — Bruce Tulgan is the best-selling author of It's Okay to Be the Boss and the CEO of RainmakerThinking, the management research, consulting and training firm he founded in 1993. All of his work is based on 27 years of intensive workplace interviews and has been featured in thousands of news stories around the world. Bruce's newest book, The Art of Being Indispensable at Work, is available July 21 from Harvard Business Review Press. You can follow Bruce on Twitter @BruceTulgan or visit his website at rainmakerthinking.com. • Bruce's book: The Art of Being Indispensable at Work: Win Influence, Beat Overcommitment, and Get the Right Things Done • Bruce's website: RainMakerThinking.com • Bruce's LinkedIn: Bruce Tulgan • Bruce's Twitter: @BruceTulgan — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Previous episode: 275: How to Manage Your Manager with Mary Abbajay • Previous episode: 302: Curing the Under-Management Epidemic with Bruce Tulgan — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Build your team's learning library–the fast and fun way–with Rise.com/awesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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

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

Our good friend Terry Cralle has returned for another dive into Energy Habit #3: REST and the importance of sleep on the road. Terry Cralle, MS, RN, is a certified clinical sleep educator based in Washington, DC. She is the coauthor of Snoozby and the Great Big Bedtime Battle (Rowe Publishing, 2015), the first nonfiction book directly messaging the benefits of sufficient sleep to young children and Sleeping Your Way to the Top (Sterling Publishing, 2016), the ultimate guide to success through sufficient sleep. Her bio goes on and on. In this episode Terry and I will break down the Five Behaviors That Effect a Bad Night of Business Travel Sleep and the Sleep Road Key Concept: Improve then Increase.If you're new to the show, every episode has a physical or mental energy habit focus that we'll highlight and many will have a corresponding article (see show notes and the ERW website).Extended Show Notes

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

Sandi and Jen take about trends. They discuss Teams, Trust, Courage and Vulnerability, Communication, Recognition and tools like the PXT Select and Five Behaviors.

250 students were expected to register for Yale University Professor Laurie Santos’ class “Psychology and the Good Life”. Instead it became a mass phenomenon with 1,200 registered students. She later offered her class “The Science of Well-Being” online, and it went viral around the world. Why? Because human beings have spent thousands of years searching for happiness, to no avail. “Something that the science teaches us is that although we all search for happiness, we don’t tend to do it well. We have preconceived ideas about the things that could make us happy, but we are often wrong. I think that’s where the science can help us, because it suggests that there are very simple things we can do to improve our well-being, such as imitating five behaviors of happy people: socializing, being altruistic, showing gratitude for what we have, practicing healthy habits and meditating,” says the researcher. Psychologist Laurie Santos is the Director of the Comparative Cognition Laboratory and Canine Cognition Laboratory at Yale, where she participates in scientific studies on emotional well-being, positive psychology and behavior. She maintains that “me culture” has not made us happier, but taken us farther away from this goal. Comparing ourselves to others, not being objective when valuing what we have, and losing the traditional values of our predecessors makes us more unhappy than they were. However, all is not lost. “By recognizing that we live well and only need to change our attitude, we can obtain that happiness and resilience needed to solve our problems. A universal recipe for finding happiness could be summarized as taking time to think of others and the here and now, and adding a bit of exercise and hours of sleep,” concludes the expert.

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

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

Communication is the key to effective leadership.  Do you understand your personality tendencies and how they affect your interaction with others?  As I was once told you must know yourself to be yourself. More importantly, you must know how you are perceived by others and how they receive information to communicate effectively. If you don’t know how to effectively communicate you are never going to be a great leader.   Over the next 4 episodes, we are going to help you understand your personality tendencies, how they impact your culture, your sales team, and your leadership.  In the final episode in this series, we are going to provide you with the Five Behaviors of a cohesive team. There are multiple personality assessments you can utilize to understand your tendencies, but we have found that DiSC is the easiest to leverage with your team, customers and suppliers. What is DiSC D - Dominance I - Influence S - Steadiness C - Conscientiousness Are they Fast and Outgoing or are they Deliberate and Reserved? Are they Details and Results or are they People and Process focused? How can you quickly identify another person’s personality tendencies How do personality tendencies impact relationships How do different personalities respond to one another Why does any of this matter

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

Sometimes we think other people block us from achieving our dreams. Have you considered that you may be the one stopping yourself from achieving your dreams?  In this lesson, you will learn the five behaviors that may actually be preventing you from realizing your dreams.

Vincent Ketchie, LPC and Laura Ketchie, LPC talk about ways that conversations are harmed:  talking too fast or over someone, not considering the other person's point of view, closed body language, and device distractions.  They give helpful tips and describe ways to improve your conversations.

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

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

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

This Episode is Sponsored in Part by Help Me Move On.com Nita Lapinski has been a working clairvoyant-medium for over three decades and offer’s meditation classes and workshops on forgiveness, releasing judgment and finding one’s intuition. She is a certified hypnotherapist and has studied integrative breath work and bio-energy. Both are modalities of healing emotional issues using breath and moving energy. Nita resides in Arizona with her husband. The Knowing is her first book. Nita is writing her second book, Five Behaviors that Heal.

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