Podcasts about great teams

Go to www.LearningLeader.com to learn more... This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. www.InsightGlobal.com/LearningLeader My Guest: Mike Deegan just led Denison University Baseball to their first College World Series appearance in program history. He's been named Coach of the Year in back-to-back years and is the all-time winningest coach in school history. In this conversation, Mike shares how he uses Mudita to build culture, how to help people get out of slumps, and why discipline and consistency are superpowers. Key Learnings (in Mike's words) Mudita is a vicarious joy. Can I be happy for another's success as if it's my own? To me, that is like the secret sauce of life. Obviously, in a sports team, not everyone can be the star. One of the biggest misconceptions is that the star rotates. Yeah, you need a superstar to compete at the highest levels, but to win, you're going to need pinch runners, you're going to need the guy laying a big block. It's going to take everyone. It's really celebrating everyone's contribution. In recruiting, I ask parents: Can you be happy for another kid's success as if it's your own? If your neighbor gets a new car, are you happy for them? Or do you say, "Oh, I wish. I bet his parents bought that for him." There are just different ways to show up for people, where you can just have joy. By pouring yourself into others, especially in sports, I think it frees you up to perform your best.  Envy is a natural feeling. I don't want anyone to feel that envy from me. I think what we're saying is that envy is a natural feeling. Wanting to do great yourself, those are very natural, and I want people to live in that space. But can we just stop it and be a little bit more intentional and just celebrate what other people are doing well? Spot the good first. As a consultant, there are two ways you can do things. One is to find the negative, and that's really easy to do. But I try to go and spot the good first. There's plenty of time to nitpick later on. Find some opportunities to help people grow.  People love to talk about themselves. My wife is very quiet, a great listener, and people love her. She has a million best friends, and no one knows it because she doesn't talk a whole lot. She just listens. If you can just listen and get people to talk about what they're passionate about, it's a life secret. You can tell when someone's really passionate about what they're doing, and you can tell when they're on the fence because they speed up when they talk, they get a little excited. Curiosity is a great way to show love. If you approach it from envy, we don't unpack the cool story. But if you lead with curiosity and not envy, it unpacks everything. I do think it takes a level of self-awareness and comfort in your own skin.  How to build self-awareness: Read, write, and get around wise people. If you read a decent amount, if you write (and that was my forcing function, to actually write and put thought to paper), and then get around wise people and just have conversations, I think you'll start building out the awareness of who you are and what you value.  A systems thinker builds frameworks that outlast individuals. It's someone who can build out frameworks that are built to put people and the organization in the best spot to win and be successful. It's a framework that outlasts individuals. Coaches may leave or players may leave, but if you have a system built out that it can sustain losing certain individuals, because things are cranking and you can repeat the work. You can do iterations and quickly test if you're getting closer or further from your goals. I almost try to talk people out of coming here. The most underrated thing in our recruiting is when they sit with me, I almost try to talk people out of coming here. I'll say, "Hey, what's the main driver?" If they say playing time, I'm like, "Hey, that's great. That's an awesome goal, but I wouldn't come here for that. We're going to play our best players. But that's not why you come to Denison. You come to be a part of something bigger than yourself, and there are all these other places where you're going to have a much better shot at that." I'm always listening in on what they value and trying to challenge it. Almost get people to self-select out. The better your culture is, you can take chances on people. It's like Randy Moss and the New England Patriots. Tom Brady was an alpha, and you could bring people in and take a risk and see if they can conform to the culture a little bit. When you have things in place, our locker room was phenomenal. People would say, "Hey, I don't know, this kid has some red flags." I'm like, "Red flags, like he's a serial killer? Or like red flag,s like he's super competitive?" The locker room would take care of a lot of that. If there's something built out that you feel pretty strongly about, I think you can take in some of these high-risk, high-reward people because they can't damage the culture like you would think they can. Early on in that tenure, I was very, very careful with this. But now we can take some chances on people if the DNA is right. The lack of seriousness pushed people out. When I took over, I'm the opposite of the guy I played for. And every time someone quit, I would just say thank you. And I meant that too because we were going in a certain direction. There was talent. It needed more seriousness. We had enough talent that it was going to allow us to compete at a conference level. I think it's amazing when you can just put boundaries and guardrails and point people in the right direction. We just provided a little structure, a little discipline. The DNA of great teams: Roles, sacrifice, discipline, leadership, joy. Everyone has a role and to beat objective expectations. When good meets good, you have got to understand that every role is essential to the cause. Status goes away. Second, we're in this together. There's no prima donna. I think that's what happens with championship teams. For us to compete on a national level, our guys do miss out on a lot. Grades may suffer. There are trade-offs with this thing. Then I hear discipline. Discipline and consistency is a superpower. The people that I see that really excel in the professional baseball world they seem to have a maturity about them at a much younger age. And that comes with discipline and consistency. Then leadership. There's going to be someone that's navigating the ship. In my beautiful world, it would be where that person's not an egomaniac. They're not in front. They're just waiting for everyone to get out. The last thing is joy. People tend to enjoy what they're doing. They do it with a smile on their face.  "Don't hire for when you think times are good. Hire for the person you wanna be around when times are bad because they're coming." An example of a great team outside of sports: The Chilean miners found roles quickly and stuck together. They had food for two days but rationed it out. They had a spiritual leader, medical guy, someone to keep them on task. Everyone had a specific role and they performed it. How you talk to your teammates is how you should talk to yourself. I had a conversation with a kid that I really admire on our team and I said, "Hey man, I never hear you talk to your teammates like you talk to yourself. Give yourself some grace." Being really hard on yourself can also be a cop out because there are ways to channel that. Sometimes people will say "I'm a perfectionist, or that's just who I am." Come on man. A perfectionist to me, they put an insane amount of work to earn the right to be. I think we use that term pretty lightly sometimes. Confidence is built through evidence. Ryan's self-talk before a keynote sounds like this, "What an opportunity to create some evidence."  How to help a hitter get out of a slump: Simplify and control the controllables. When a player's in a slump, they're probably working harder than they've ever worked in their life. But I think it's almost like they're working aimlessly. So what I try to do is simplify. I had a hitter once, he's trying everything.  I gave him one swing thought for two weeks. Just get the barrel to the ball. Don't worry about launch angle, don't worry about exit velo. Can you just put good wood on the ball? We're going to control what we can control. And slowly you start seeing some results and that evidence starts compounding and you get your mojo back. You gotta be intentional with your energy before high performance. As a coach, how you show up is going to be really, really important. I saw Texas A&M's coach say you have to be the opposite of what the moment requires. While everyone's excited, you need to be the calm. And then when the proverbial is hitting the fan, you have to be the one with optimism. Getting yourself in the right mental frame to handle high performance is required of a coach and a leader. Baseball teaches you to stay calm for three hours. You don't play baseball at 130 heartbeat. It's more of Can you get that thing down? And anything I do to increase it myself, I'm going against what it takes to be a successful player. People can think baseball is boring, but what you're seeing is people trying to stay calm for three hours.  Does that intensity actually lead to results? It's just basic stoicism. Baseball is the ultimate controlling what you can control and releasing what you can't. I don't know if this next ball's coming to me, but what do I do now? I can control my breathing. I control my first pitch prep step. What can you control? And I would challenge you to think, does that intensity or that emotion, does it actually lead to results or not? If it's helping you be the best version of yourself, go ahead and do it. But sometimes that overstimulation, that over emotion, it's probably just putting a lot of anxiety on your people. Just regulate, stay calm and execute. What does the team need from you right now? I think a good analogy is a cornerman in boxing. My dad used to always say, Watch a cornerman in boxing because some people you gotta smack. Some people say, "Come on champ. You're the best. You're the best. You're the best." When you're walking out there, you're trying to think, what does the team need from you right now? What message? If I'm a mirror, what do they need to see? Do they need to see calm, they need to see reassurance? Are we playing a little timid and scared? And maybe you're trying to jolt them a little bit with some energy and some choice words. There's an intentionality to it. You're trying to speak some stuff into existence, even if you're making stuff up. You acknowledge it, and then you also try to point them in a direction for improvement. Life throws haymakers at you all the time. I think that's the greatest gift that we can give people through sports. Most of us experience adversity along the way. It's this unique ability to just keep moving. You reflect, you try to get better. You give yourself some grace, you move on. You just keep working through that process. As simple as it may sound to us, I don't think many people can get there.  "Setbacks are temporary. I bounce back quickly." I write this down in my lineup card. You're creating evidence. It's something very simple, but I'm going to take a punch and I'll bounce back quickly. I think those are just good reminders in life. This happens. We're going to respond. Reflection Questions Mike practices Mudita by being genuinely happy for others' success without envy. Think of someone in your life who recently had a big win (promotion, new house, achievement). Were you genuinely happy for them, or did envy creep in? What would it look like to celebrate them more fully? He says "Don't hire for when you think times are good. Hire for the person you wanna be around when times are bad." Who on your current team would you want in the foxhole with you during a crisis, and what qualities make them that person? Mike asks himself before big moments: "What does the team need from me right now?" rather than just reacting emotionally. Think about a high-pressure situation coming up in your life. What will your team/family/colleagues need from you in that moment, and how can you prepare to show up that way? More Learning #217 - JJ Reddick: You've Never Arrived, You're Always Becoming #281 - George Raveling: Eight Decades of Wisdom #509 - Buzz Williams: The 9 Daily Disciplines Audio Timestamps: 02:11 Implementing Mudita in Teams 06:22 Curiosity and Spotting the Good 14:54 Recruiting and Hiring Philosophy 20:36 Building a Winning Culture 24:46 DNA of Great Teams 27:55 The Importance of Team Sacrifice 28:53 Leadership and Joy in Tough Times 29:42 Handling Adversity in Sports 31:06 The Role of Self-Talk in Performance 36:52 Staying Calm Under Pressure 42:26 Lessons from Sports for Life 46:12 The Value of Resilience and Bouncing Back 48:29 EOPC

Reach Out Via Text!In this episode, Jeremiah sits down with Sam Rankin of Etch Outdoor Living to unpack what it really takes to build a high performing team through culture and accountability. Sam shares how Etch has scaled in a highly competitive market, why leadership integrity matters more than any handbook, and how small daily standards create long term excellence. They walk through core values, meeting rhythms, language changes that drive accountability, and practical ways to keep teams engaged. Sam also answers rapid fire questions on hiring, labor challenges, language barriers, discipline, vehicle tracking, and how to manage outcomes without micromanaging.Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com Growing Green Website- https://www.growinggreenlandscapes.com/

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Gregg Altschul, Vice President of Technology at FanDuel, shares a clear and practical look at how leaders can create real alignment across personal, team, and company goals. He explains why transparency drives trust, how to build a path for growth at every level, and why the best managers help people pursue their long term North Star while still delivering for the business. This is a thoughtful and modern blueprint for tech leadership and team development.Key TakeawaysTeams move faster when the company goal is translated into a simple set of objectives that every level can understand and act on.Transparency is the anchor for healthy goal setting and creates the space for honest conversations about career direction.Managers should encourage long term North Star thinking since it keeps people growing even after short term milestones are reached.Succession planning should be an active part of how teams operate so progress never depends on a single person.People can stay committed to their work even if they have long term plans outside the company, and supporting those plans often improves retention.Timestamped Highlights02:19 How top level business goals get distilled into specific team and personal goals that engineers can act on.04:57 The role of transparency in helping teams understand the why behind each objective.07:34 Helping ICs tie personal development to broader company needs while still honoring their ambitions.09:28 Creating a safe environment for honest career conversations in a world of hybrid and remote work.15:14 Why knowing a person's long term plans makes succession planning easier for everyone.17:45 How Gregg works with his own manager on growth even when the title ladder narrows at the VP level.A standout idea from Gregg“As long as you have a North Star you will grow. Whether you ever reach the exact role you picture is not really the point. The point is growth.”Call to actionIf this conversation helped you rethink how goals work inside your team, share it with a colleague who will appreciate it. Follow the show so you never miss new episodes and connect with me on LinkedIn for more conversations with leaders shaping the future of engineering and data.

On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured: Shamin Walsh of BAM Ventures Alexander Niehenke of Scale Venture Partners Aaref Hilaly of Bain Capital Ventures We asked guests to discuss the most visionary founder that they've worked with and what makes them so special. The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. We're proud to partner with Ramp, the modern finance automation platform. Book a demo and get $150—no strings attached.   Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter.

Welcome to episode #1011 of Thinking With Mitch Joel (formerly Six Pixels of Separation). We tend to romanticize leadership as an act of personal brilliance, but the deeper story is often about the people who understand what truly moves human beings toward one another. Jon Levy has built a career around that question. A renowned human behavioral scientist, consultant and creator of the long-running Influencers Dinner - a global, invitation-only experiment where guests cook together anonymously to dissolve status cues and foster authentic connection - Jon has spent over fifteen years studying why people bond, collaborate and trust. His work has brought Olympians, Nobel laureates, astronauts, CEOs, creators, and even political leaders into the same kitchen, all guided by his curiosity about what helps human beings unlock their best collective instincts. Jon is also the author of The 2 AM Principle and You're Invited, books that explore adventure, belonging, and the science of human connection. His newest book, Team Intelligence - How Brilliant Leaders Unlock Collective Genius, extends this exploration into the workplace, challenging long-held assumptions about leadership, performance, and why great teams succeed. In this conversation, Jon talks through the surprising behaviors that shape genuine relationships, the role anonymity plays in reducing status pressure, the misconceptions organizations hold about star performers, the importance of emotional intelligence, and why bonus structures often undermine collaboration. He touches on the future of hybrid work, the psychology of status, the gap between individual excellence and team effectiveness, and the small but essential habits that allow groups to think more clearly and solve problems more intelligently. Above all, the discussion offers a window into the mind of someone who has spent his career studying how people come together, and how leaders can create the conditions for teams to do their best thinking. Enjoy the conversation… Running time: 55:34. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Listen and subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe over at Spotify. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Thinking With Mitch Joel. Feel free to connect to me directly on LinkedIn. Check out ThinkersOne. Here is my conversation with Jon Levy. Influencers Dinner. Team Intelligence - How Brilliant Leaders Unlock Collective Genius. You're Invited. The 2 AM Principle. Follow Jon on LinkedIn. Follow Jon on Instagram. Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction to John Levy and His Unique Dinners. (02:54) - The Art of Inviting Extraordinary Guests. (06:07) - The Power of Anonymity in Social Interactions. (09:04) - The Impact of Status on Connections. (11:59) - Exploring Team Dynamics and Human Connection. (14:28) - The Future of Work and Employee Expectations. (17:39) - Rethinking Leadership and Team Intelligence. (20:27) - The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Teams. (23:10) - Challenging Conventional Wisdom on Talent. (26:13) - The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Team Success. (29:48) - The Allure of Status and Leadership. (31:43) - Lessons from the Military and Sports. (33:37) - Understanding Team Dynamics and Player Contributions. (36:19) - The Role of Glue Players in Team Success. (40:32) - The Nature of Team Intelligence. (44:35) - The Impact of Corporate Structures on Teamwork. (52:08) - The Future of Team Intelligence in the Age of AI.

Mistakes happen in veterinary practice, but what defines a great team is how they respond to them. This week on The Veterinary Viewfinder, Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, tackle one of the toughest and most universal realities in veterinary medicine: what to do when something goes wrong. From small slip-ups to serious medical errors, Ernie and Beckie explore the importance of mindset, communication, and compassion when addressing mistakes. They outline how leaders can create a clinic culture where errors are discussed openly rather than hidden, and where accountability doesn't come at the cost of psychological safety. Listeners will learn how to recognize when an error stems from system failure, training gaps, or human fallibility, and how to approach each one with fairness and consistency. The hosts also address how to rebuild trust, both within the team and with clients, after something goes wrong, and when a private conversation versus a public learning moment is appropriate. This episode challenges veterinary professionals to replace shame with systems thinking, silence with coaching, and fear with empathy. Whether you're a practice owner, manager, or team member, this conversation will change the way you handle, learn, and grow from mistakes in veterinary medicine. #VeterinaryPodcast #VetMed #VeterinaryProfession #VeterinaryLeadership #ClinicCulture #LearningFromMistakes #PsychologicalSafety #VetTeamGrowth #HealthyWorkplace #GrowthMindset #VeterinarySupport

Today I am joined by Mark Kingston Jones and Chris Hales of Team Building with BITE. The discussion covered the impact of their team-building activities on corporate participants, the expansion of their business into enclosure design and construction ("bite builds"), and the importance of prototyping and risk-taking in creating enrichment devices. Key talking points also included the value of external collaboration and communication for keepers, the challenges of team dynamics within the zoo industry, and the company's future goals. Resources:  https://teambuildingwithbite.com https://www.facebook.com/TeamBuildingWithBite https://www.instagram.com/teambuildingwithbite/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/team-building-with-bite/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/markkingstonjones/

When you ask someone to recall something from deep in their memory, watch their face — they'll probably do something that actually helps them remember. You might do it too without realizing it. Listen as I reveal what it is and why it works. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/ulterior-motives/201110/why-do-you-close-your-eyes-remember Have you heard of the winner's curse or the sunk cost theory? These are strange but predictable ways our brains can trick us when we take risks — especially with money. My guest, Alex O. Imas, Professor of Behavioral Science, Economics, and Applied AI at the University of Chicago, has studied these “behavioral anomalies” with Nobel Prize winner Richard Thaler. Together they co-authored The Winner's Curse: Behavioral Economics Anomalies, Then and Now. (https://amzn.to/48gycBj) . Listen to how these things work, because understanding these anomalies can help keep you from falling victim to them. We've all had to work in groups, whether it's a team we are assigned to at work, or a neighborhood committee or parents' group. Sometimes they run beautifully. Often… they don't. Why do so many groups struggle, and how can we make them more effective? Colin T. Fisher, Associate Professor of Organizations and Innovation at University College London, joins me to share insights that can help any team excel. Colin is author of the book The Collective Edge: Unlocking the Secret Power of Groups.(https://amzn.to/48WcuCT). Whether you cook or not, at some point you find yourself in the kitchen putting food away and you run into the problem of – sometimes the plastic wrap clings to the container and sometimes it does not. Listen to hear the secret of how to get it to stick every time. https://lifehacker.com/run-a-wet-finger-across-surfaces-to-make-plastic-wrap-s-1728185077 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!!! INDEED: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Indeed.com/SOMETHING⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ right now! DELL: Your new Dell PC with Intel Core Ultra helps you handle a lot when your holiday to-dos get to be…a lot. Upgrade today by visiting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://Dell.com/Deals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ QUINCE: Layer up this fall with pieces that feel as good as they look! Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Quince.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns! ON POINT: We love the On Point podcast! Listen wherever you get your podcasts! ⁠https://www.wbur.org/radio/programs/onpoint⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach, Alex, and Nick regroup after 6 weeks of NFL football and 5 Packers games to do basically what we've done every week for 8 years, debate how we feel about this team relative to the rest of the league. You'd think it'd be clearer by now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Busy isn't the same as valuable. Too many data teams fall into the trap of endless activity chasing the next tool, migration, or hype, without ever proving their impact. In this episode of Hub & Spoken, Jason Foster, CEO and Founder of Cynozure, sits down with Maaike van den Branden, former Chief Data Officer at Compare the Market and Mumsnet, to uncover what truly makes a data team successful. Drawing on two decades of experience, Maaike shares the practical ingredients for teams that deliver real value: clarity of purpose, balanced skills, open recognition, and strong culture. Together, they explore how leaders can: Build happy, high-performing teams that last Avoid over-promoting tech at the expense of people Prove business impact without getting lost in the noise If you've ever wondered what separates a high-performing data team from a busy one, this conversation is your answer.

Get your copy of Kate's book, Beyond Potential:  A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Career.  In today's episode, Kate sits down with author and executive coach Charlie Gilkey, founder of Productive Flourishing, to unpack the truth about why teams struggle — and how to fix it. Charlie explains how small, everyday team habits can make or break performance, belonging, and joy at work. Together, he and Kate explore how power dynamics show up in every team (from Fortune 100 companies to small nonprofits), why “broken printers” are the real enemy, and how leaders can stop being the bottleneck in their own organizations. Whether you lead a team or are part of one, this episode will help you build healthier, more productive relationships that actually make work work. You'll learn: Why every dysfunctional team is doing something to each other — not to them. The three kinds of power that exist in every organization. How to use “interpersonal power” to make things better — even if you're not the boss. Why meetings aren't really the problem. How belonging habits create happier, more resilient teams. Resources Mentioned: Team Habits: How Small Actions Lead to Extraordinary Results — by Charlie Gilkey Start Finishing: How to Go from Idea to Done — by Charlie Gilkey Take the free Team Habits Quiz at productiveflourishing.com Sign up for The Weekend List: Your perfect Friday pick-me-up: smart insights, fresh finds, and a dose of creative inspiration—delivered every week And come and say hello on Instagram or LinkedIn Grab my free Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide to Plan out Your Next 90 Days

The first female team that we are breaking down on the "The Great Teams" podcast is a terrific one! Pat Summitt's last national championship team in 2008 finished the journey of going "back to back" with one of college basketball's greatest players, Candace Parker. We break down the roster, the schedule and the journey of this squad with Nate Wall and Jacob Brindle; enjoy!

Mike Johnson and Ali Mac spend some time with long time college football writer and reporter Tony Barnhart! Mike, Ali, and Tony discuss if Penn State Head Football Coach James Franklin or Texas Head Football Coach Steve Sarkisian had a worse Saturday, how many SEC teams Tony thinks will make the College Football Playoff this year, Alabama fans having a week to week relationship with Kalen DeBoer, if Tony thinks Georgia can make it to the National Championship game this year, if Tony thinks Florida Head Football Coach Billy Napier saved his job with their win over Texas on Saturday, Texas A&M being a dark horse team in the SEC, and what Tony thinks about Bobby Petrino potentially taking over the Arkansas Football program again as Head Coach.

Every team has its own heartbeat — and it changes faster than you think.In this bite-sized clip from Episode #147, performance psychologist Dr. Scott Goldman, who's worked with NFL and NBA teams, explains why no two teams, not even year to year, are ever the same — and how his process of learning before leading helps unlock their true potential.Find out more about AIQ: https://aiq.team/Connect with Dr Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottgoldmanphd/Listen to the episode with Michael Gervais: https://performanceintelligence.transistor.fm/episodes/140-dr-michael-gervais Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details.Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/If you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

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The Commanders drop to 2-2 on the season, losing 31-24 to the Falcons. Former Redskins receiver, Anthony Armstrong and Scott Jackson discuss what went down in Mercedes Benz Stadium on Sunday, and what needs to be done to get back in the win column. 1:14 Great Teams vs Average Teams 2:50 Washington's Script for Success 4:50 Don't be overly negative 6:08 Defense Talk 12:12 Need urgency from the offense 14:44 Physical kickoff play 18:16 Should Washington unleash Jacory Croskey-Merritt (Bill) roll? 20:50 Chargers Week 23:28 40-40 Tie 24:11 Should the NFL do away with ties? 25:43 Should MetLife Stadium go to natural grass? If you made it this far, YOU are a superhero, and I hope you have a great week! Brought to you by FanDuel and presented on the BLEAV Network Follow Scott @jacksonsports Follow Anthony @ratedarmstrong #RaiseHail Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Summary In this episode, Andy talks with Bree Groff, transformation consultant, speaker, and author of Today Was Fun: A Book About Work (Seriously). Bree challenges the idea that work must be draining to be valuable, offering a refreshing and practical vision for how leaders can help teams thrive, and even enjoy, their workdays. They explore how her upbringing shaped her perspective on work, why so many teams normalize burnout and busyness, and how leaders can model a healthier, more joyful approach. Bree introduces rituals, such as user manuals and daily check-ins, that foster trust and psychological safety, and she explains what it means to build “cozy teams” that perform through connection. You'll also hear her take on performative professionalism and how to lead without losing your humanity. If you're looking for ways to lead with more energy, authenticity, and yes, fun, this episode is for you! Sound Bites “Most work, most days, should be fun.” “Being busy is not the same as being brilliant.” “Cozy teams are teams that trust each other enough to tell the truth.” “We've confused being professional with looking professional.” “You can either be consumed by your calendar or create space to consume ideas.” “Even shoveling tough work can be joyful if you like your co-shovelers.” Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Start of Interview 02:03 Bree's Background and Family Influence 05:47 The Normalization of Burnout 10:54 Optimizing for Good Laughs with Good People 17:50 Performative Professionalism vs. Authenticity 26:26 Creating Fun and Cozy Work Environments 33:08 Building a Trusting and High-Performing Team 34:42 Practical Tools for Team Cohesion 35:15 The User Manual: A Quickstart Guide to Teamwork 37:01 Daily Check-ins: Enhancing Team Communication 38:28 The Fast Food Rule: Effective One-on-One Communication 40:38 Prioritizing Personal Well-being for Better Work 46:24 Milton Glaser: Finding Pleasure in Work 49:45 Applying Team Principles in Family Life 51:39 End of Interview 52:12 Andy Comments After the Interview 56:52 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Bree and her work at BreeGroff.com. For more learning on this topic, check out: Episode 458 with Elizabeth Lotardo, about finding joy in the job you have Episode 333 with Bob Nelson and Mario Tamayo, on how to make work more fun Episode 82 with Bill Catlette, about how contented teams deliver better results Pass the PMP Exam This Year If you or someone you know is thinking about getting PMP certified, we've put together a helpful guide called The 5 Best Resources to Help You Pass the PMP Exam on Your First Try. We've helped thousands of people earn their certification, and we'd love to help you too. It's totally free, and it's a great way to get a head start. Just go to 5BestResources.PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com to grab your copy. I'd love to help you get your PMP this year! Join Us for LEAD52 I know you want to be a more confident leader–that's why you listen to this podcast. LEAD52 is a global community of people like you who are committed to transforming their ability to lead and deliver. It's 52 weeks of leadership learning, delivered right to your inbox, taking less than 5 minutes a week. And it's all for free. Learn more and sign up at GetLEAD52.com. Thanks! Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Power Skills Topics: Leadership, Work Culture, Team Rituals, Burnout, Psychological Safety, Joy at Work, Authenticity, People Management, Communication, Employee Engagement, Project Management, Emotional Intelligence The following music was used for this episode: Music: Summer Morning Full Version by MusicLFiles License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Fashion Corporate by Frank Schroeter License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

0:00 - As Howie Day once said, "even the best fall down sometimes." But the mark of a great team is how you answer adversity. The Broncos loss a heartbreaker last week. Can the respond with an important divisional win this week?14:19 - The Chargers won't have Khalil Mack this Sunday. He's out with a dislocated elbow. The Broncos need to capitalize on that opportunity. Also, the Brewers just clinched a playoff spot. Brewers Manager Pat Murphy wrote a letter congratulating the team from the perspective of Bob Uecker...who passed away earlier this year. He wrote the letter as if Uecker was penning it from heaven. Is that cool, fun, and inspiring? Or is that weird?34:17 - Coach Sanford had ChatGPT write an inspiring speech to pump up his Valor Christian Eagles from the perspective of Abraham Lincoln. And it was pretty damn good. Strap in, folks. This is the new AI-driven world we're living in. 

Mike Schopp and The Bulldog talk to Bills fans about the game last night and the type of penalties that were called on the Ravens.

Will the Huskers cover tomorrow?

Many church leaders think of their staff as family. But if they're family, can you fire them? Jon Gordon has coached hundreds of professional sports teams and companies and explains what it takes to make the tough calls, including firing people you see as family.  

Tulane head football coach Jon Sumrall joined Sports Talk. Coach Sumrall shared his thoughts on Tulane's rushing attack, the Green Wave's secondary, and their brutal non-conference schedule. He also previewed the Green Wave's season opener vs. Northwestern.

#224: As an award-winning keynote speaker, eleven-time New York Times bestselling author, host of the top-rated Corporate Competitor Podcast, executive leadership coach, and longtime Associate Editor for Sports Illustrated, Don Yaeger has built a career as one of America's most compelling and influential thought leaders.Widely sought-after for his powerful insights on achieving greatness, Don draws from first-hand experiences working alongside some of the most legendary figures in sports and business. He has been engaged by leading organizations to coach executives on cultivating a culture of excellence, leveraging his proven framework developed through an extensive study of “Great Teams” in both athletics and corporate life. Known as a world-class storyteller, he has earned high praise from leadership icons such as John Maxwell and Simon Sinek, who have called him the best storyteller they have ever worked with. His expertise and charisma have earned him invitations to every major talk show—from Oprah and Good Morning America to Fox Business News and CNN.In 2020, Don launched the Corporate Competitor Podcast, which Podcast Magazine named one of America's Top 50 Podcasts. By 2022, Spotify ranked it among the top 5% of the most followed and shared podcasts worldwide. His guest list reads like a who's who of leadership and innovation, including former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, along with CEOs from Disney, Delta Airlines, Bank of America, Hendrick Motorsports, KPMG, FanDuel, Chick-fil-A, Insight Enterprises, Topgolf, Mayo Clinic, BET Media, and The Ritz-Carlton.Don's newest book The New Science of Momentum shares how the best coaches and leaders build a fire from a single spark. You can find the book across all platforms where books are sold and also the Amazon link below. For more on Don check out social media as well as donyaeger.com Enjoy the show!Book:https://www.amazon.com/New-Science-Momentum-Coaches-Leaders/dp/1400247136/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=ZjHup&content-id=amzn1.sym.0fb2cce1-1ca4-439a-844b-8ad0b1fb77f7&pf_rd_p=0fb2cce1-1ca4-439a-844b-8ad0b1fb77f7&pf_rd_r=147-1714889-6514833&pd_rd_wg=KNm2d&pd_rd_r=6bb490c6-f2ca-4cd2-9107-756b3e2e3e2f&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk 

Trust isn't just a nice-to-have; it's the foundation of every high-performing team. In this episode, we explore why trust and reliability are inseparable—and how leaders can intentionally build both.  From creating psychological safety to demonstrating authenticity and consistency, we break down practical steps to foster stronger team connections, improve engagement, and boost results.  Whether you're leading a Scrum team or guiding cross-functional projects, these insights will help you transform relationships and elevate performance.

Continuing our series on Douglas School District's successful recognition strategies, Dr. Janet Pilcher welcomes School Nutrition Coordinator Jennifer Garner. Jennifer shares her heartfelt approach to staff appreciation, from personalized notes and engaging team activities to transparent communication. Learn how her dedication creates a culture where every team member feels deeply valued, driving remarkable results like 100% staff retention.This episode addresses questions such as: How can leaders communicate effectively with their teams, especially when they are spread across different locations?Why is it important to tailor recognition to individual staff preferences?How does showing staff appreciation ultimately benefit students as well as district goals?Recommended Resources:  Elevate School Culture Through Appreciation, Strengthen Your District with Rounding and Recognition

Continuing the conversation of the Eagles transitioning into a pass heavy offense. Tom Kelly, filling in for Joe Giglio, notes all the great recent dynasties such as the Chiefs and Patriots evolved different aspects of their game. And, the Eagles must do the same in order to have a chance at repeating next season.

Details In today's episode, we're unpacking new research from Zenger Folkman that reveals what truly separates high-performing teams from the rest. After analyzing 171 teams—many of which were struggling with negative customer feedback—we identified 10 key behaviors that predict whether a team will turn things around or stay stuck. If you're leading teams or responsible … Continued The post Episode 169: 10 Leadership Behaviors That Set Great Teams Apart first appeared on ZENGER FOLKMAN.

Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueledWe all want great teams, but most shop owners don't realize that a high-performing team doesn't start with talent; it starts with culture. In this episode, I sit down with my right-hand man, J.R. Portman, and we unpack the real story behind building and keeping a team that not only performs but thrives.JR's been instrumental in shaping the culture here at Shop Marketing Pros, and together we walk through what it takes to build a team from scratch, the brutal cost of hanging on to the wrong people, and how to create an environment where your team steps up even when you're on vacation.We'll get into hiring for character vs. capability, how tools like EOS and DISC can transform your business, what “core values” actually mean in the real world, and the moment when your team starts running the business better than you do.This isn't fluff. It's real talk about what culture is, what happens when you get it wrong, and how it feels when you finally get it right. This episode is sponsored by Shop Boss, manage and grow your shop with top features like integrated payments from 360 Payments. Are you ready to convert clients to members? AppFueled specializes in creating custom apps tailored specifically for auto repair businesses. Build client loyalty. Get started today with your own customer loyalty app. Visit Appfueled.comLagniappe (Books, Links, Other Podcasts, etc)EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System)Shop Marketing Pros - Core ValuesThe Five Dysfunctions of a Team BookDISC AssessmentsShow Notes with TimestampsIntroduction and Sponsor Acknowledgments (00:00:01) Brief intro to the podcast, host, guest, and sponsor messages.JR's Role and Team Building Philosophy (00:00:56) JR's background, importance of team and culture, inevitability of workplace culture.Hiring for Character vs. Skill (00:02:38) Challenges in hiring, value of character over skill, teachability, and long-term impact.Personal Stories: Hiring for Character (00:04:34) Examples from Shop Marketing Pros, hiring people with no marketing background, teachability.Culture Forms with or Without You (00:08:14) Unintentional culture, negative environments, and the need for intentional leadership.Long Road to Positive Culture (00:09:48) Building culture takes time, sometimes requires hard choices, removing toxic high performers.Impact of Hiring for Culture (00:10:50) How hiring for culture affects retention, team performance, and broadens hiring pool.Employee Growth and Retention Stories (00:12:30) Michelle's journey from assistant to SEO lead, training and internal growth.Using Assessments in Hiring (00:14:10) DISC, Kolbe, and other assessments to understand and hire for character.Sponsor Messages (00:15:24) Additional sponsor messages and product features.Defining Company Culture (00:17:18) What culture really means, how it's perceived internally and externally.Culture's External Impact (00:19:41) How culture affects customer experience and business...

Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueledWe all want great teams, but most shop owners don't realize that a high-performing team doesn't start with talent; it starts with culture. In this episode, I sit down with my right-hand man, J.R. Portman, and we unpack the real story behind building and keeping a team that not only performs but thrives.JR's been instrumental in shaping the culture here at Shop Marketing Pros, and together we walk through what it takes to build a team from scratch, the brutal cost of hanging on to the wrong people, and how to create an environment where your team steps up even when you're on vacation.We'll get into hiring for character vs. capability, how tools like EOS and DISC can transform your business, what “core values” actually mean in the real world, and the moment when your team starts running the business better than you do.This isn't fluff. It's real talk about what culture is, what happens when you get it wrong, and how it feels when you finally get it right. This episode is sponsored by Shop Boss, manage and grow your shop with top features like integrated payments from 360 Payments. Are you ready to convert clients to members? AppFueled specializes in creating custom apps tailored specifically for auto repair businesses. Build client loyalty. Get started today with your own customer loyalty app. Visit Appfueled.comLagniappe (Books, Links, Other Podcasts, etc)EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System)Shop Marketing Pros - Core ValuesThe Five Dysfunctions of a Team BookDISC AssessmentsShow Notes with TimestampsIntroduction and Sponsor Acknowledgments (00:00:01) Brief intro to the podcast, host, guest, and sponsor messages.JR's Role and Team Building Philosophy (00:00:56) JR's background, importance of team and culture, inevitability of workplace culture.Hiring for Character vs. Skill (00:02:38) Challenges in hiring, value of character over skill, teachability, and long-term impact.Personal Stories: Hiring for Character (00:04:34) Examples from Shop Marketing Pros, hiring people with no marketing background, teachability.Culture Forms with or Without You (00:08:14) Unintentional culture, negative environments, and the need for intentional leadership.Long Road to Positive Culture (00:09:48) Building culture takes time, sometimes requires hard choices, removing toxic high performers.Impact of Hiring for Culture (00:10:50) How hiring for culture affects retention, team performance, and broadens hiring pool.Employee Growth and Retention Stories (00:12:30) Michelle's journey from assistant to SEO lead, training and internal growth.Using Assessments in Hiring (00:14:10) DISC, Kolbe, and other assessments to understand and hire for character.Sponsor Messages (00:15:24) Additional sponsor messages and product features.Defining Company Culture (00:17:18) What culture really means, how it's perceived internally and externally.Culture's External Impact (00:19:41) How culture affects customer experience and business...

Read Jayson Stark's article with us: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6477300/2025/07/07/mlb-season-first-half-takeaways/Wake n Jake dives deep into the biggest takeaways from the first half of the 2025 MLB season, breaking down all the action, surprises, and standout players featured in The Athletic's latest article. Whether you're searching for the latest MLB news, season highlights, or expert baseball analysis, this episode covers it all with optimal keywords to help you stay ahead of the game!Go to kushydreams.com and use Promo Code JOMBOY at checkout to get 20% off your next order!Get a free hat when you add one to your cart and use code JOMBOY at https://outwest.us on any hoodie, QZIP, or polo purchase!++++0:00 Intro1:15 Weekend Thoughts5:15 Seiya Suzuki & Michael Busch UNDERRATED6:55 Jayson Stark Article  10:10 Complicated Trade Deadline  19:20 Buster Posey is Fearless & Red Sox Need to Figure It Out  22:05 Are There any GREAT Teams?25:20 Tigers are LEGIT  29:05 The Orioles are the Most Disappointing Team of Modern Times  33:20 Rays Doing Rays Things  36:15 Which Free Agents Made Themselves the Most Money?40:00 We're Tracking For the Most Shutouts in a Season EVER  43:40 NL Cy Young Odds

This is the Engineering Culture Podcast, from the people behind InfoQ.com and the QCon conferences. In this podcast, Shane Hastie, Lead Editor for Culture & Methods, spoke to Natan Žabkar Nordberg about how effective leadership requires treating people as whole humans, giving trust first, implementing guided autonomy with clear boundaries, and building diverse teams through shared experiences. Read a transcript of this interview: https://bit.ly/4lq91Q0 Subscribe to the Software Architects' Newsletter for your monthly guide to the essential news and experience from industry peers on emerging patterns and technologies: https://www.infoq.com/software-architects-newsletter Upcoming Events: InfoQ Dev Summit Munich (October 15-16, 2025) Essential insights on critical software development priorities. https://devsummit.infoq.com/conference/munich2025 QCon San Francisco 2025 (November 17-21, 2025) Get practical inspiration and best practices on emerging software trends directly from senior software developers at early adopter companies. https://qconsf.com/ QCon AI New York 2025 (December 16-17, 2025) https://ai.qconferences.com/ The InfoQ Podcasts: Weekly inspiration to drive innovation and build great teams from senior software leaders. Listen to all our podcasts and read interview transcripts: - The InfoQ Podcast https://www.infoq.com/podcasts/ - Engineering Culture Podcast by InfoQ https://www.infoq.com/podcasts/#engineering_culture - Generally AI: https://www.infoq.com/generally-ai-podcast/ Follow InfoQ: - Mastodon: https://techhub.social/@infoq - X: https://x.com/InfoQ?from=@ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/infoq/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InfoQdotcom# - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infoqdotcom/?hl=en - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/infoq - Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/infoq.com Write for InfoQ: Learn and share the changes and innovations in professional software development. - Join a community of experts. - Increase your visibility. - Grow your career. https://www.infoq.com/write-for-infoq

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with the Head Coach of Daemen University, Mike MacDonald! In this terrific conversation the trio dive into Coach MacDonald's thoughts on the ingredients of great teams, handling success, and discusses offensive rebounding and the two-guard offense during the always entertaining "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"To join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

Ali Mac, Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan spend some time with long time college football writer Tony Barnhart! Mike, Beau, Ali, and Tony discuss the result of the house settlement being predictable, how the House settlement will affect Title IX, what a Georgia vs. Alabama night game will be like, what to expect from Alabama under Kalen DeBoer in year two, what Tony thinks about what's going on with Bill Belichick in North Carolina, the SEC and college football being more wide open being the new normal because talent is more spread around now, Bryan Seely and what the new College Sports Commission will look like, this being Tony's last year of covering college football and how he's writing a book around his final journey.

David shares more from our What Great Teams Do Great series, based on the book of the same name.  This time, what to do when your team disagrees with the organizational direction

David talks about what to do when a member of the team has low morale and is starting to bring the others down.  Part of the What Great Teams Do Great series based on our book of the same name

In this episode Patrick and Shelli talk with Firasat Hussain, the Chief Product and Technology Officer at SnapCare. Firasat shares his 25-year journey through various technology leadership roles at companies like Ticketmaster, Orbitz, and RR Donnelley, emphasizing the significance of thoughtful leadership and iterative innovation. He describes his transition to SnapCare, where he is leading the integration of new AI tools and modern tech stacks to transform healthcare staffing. The discussion delves into Firasat's leadership philosophies, the importance of trust and influence over demands, and his commitment to growth and learning, both personally and professionally.(00:00) Welcome to Firasat Hussain, CPTO at SnapCare(01:23) From Accounting to Technology: Firasat's Early Career(04:32) Transition to Healthcare Tech: Joining SnapCare(05:26) The Role of Technology in Healthcare Staffing(07:11) Personal Insights: Leadership and Growth(12:03) The Importance of Travel and Broader Perspectives(14:41) SnapCare's Mission and Operations(20:13) Balancing Leadership in Work and Family Life(24:18) The Power of Trust and Kindness Over Demands(27:07) Building Trust Through Honest Conversations(30:05) The Importance of Active Listening(32:23) Establishing Priorities and Reducing Cognitive Overload(37:59) Reflecting on Personal and Professional Growth(41:50) Final ThoughtsFirasat Hussain is the Chief Product and Technology Officer at SnapCare, a technology-driven healthcare staffing firm. His 25+ year career has spanned varied industries and organizations at a range of stages, from established global tech firms to promising startups. He was Chief Technology Officer at arrivia, VP of Software Engineering at Ticketmaster, and VP of Enterprise Architecture at RR Donnelley. He spent 10 years growing and leading at Orbitz Worldwide, with six years as Director of Hotel Product Development. He launched his early career at Cysive and Oracle.If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to Innovation and the Digital Enterprise in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts. It really helps others find the show.Podcast episode production by Dante32.

Your team is smart. You have happy customers (even if not enough). Your product delivers value. So why does execution still feel scattered? Why does your team default to chaos, gut feel, and endless feedback loops?This is Part 1 of a 3-part series for founders who are frustrated with how their teams are making decisions—and feeling like everything is stuck in guessing mode.In this episode, Georgiana breaks down the uncomfortable (but fixable) reason why—even inside talented teams—execution feels like spaghetti at the wall. She explains why this isn't a people problem, it's a system problem, and how a lack of strategic clarity keeps founders stuck in firefighting mode.This episode sets the foundation for the series, naming the real issue behind the frustration—and how Customer-Led Growth can be the first step to solving it.In this episode of the Forget the Funnel Podcast:Why execution feels chaotic, even inside great teams.The strategic clarity gap that keeps founders as the bottleneck.What founders get wrong about their team's ability to make better decisions.How systems (not heroics) create clarity and confidence for your team.Key Moments:00:03:20 | Why your team feels like they're smart but still guessing—what's missing is a clear system, not more talent or hustle00:06:35 | The uncomfortable truth: It's not a skills gap—it's a strategic clarity gap that keeps founders in firefighting mode00:09:15 | How AI and "vibe marketing" make it even harder for teams to focus, leading to reactive, scattered growth efforts00:12:05 | Red flags your team is stuck in guesswork: You're still the bottleneck, feedback loops never end, and campaigns lack a clear anchor00:15:30 | What happens when you give your team a system: Customer-led growth gives them a shared language and removes the guesswork00:18:45 | The clarity your team needs: Who they're building for, what matters most, and how their work drives customer valueLinks & ResourcesFollow Georgiana on LinkedInForget The Funnel on YouTube As always, you can learn more about Forget The Funnel here: Read the Forget The Funnel Book Check out Forget the Funnel's website

David Burkus is a highly sought-after international speaker and bestselling author. Since 2017, Burkus has been ranked multiple times as one of the world's top business thought leaders. His insights on leadership and teamwork have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, USA today and many more. David also has a Ted Talk that has over 2 million views.Topics-How to create culture beyond core values -Strategies to create buy-in and common understanding -David's go-to team building exercise-Why and how to become a question asking leaderDownload my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/masterclassDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: www.djhillier.com/40booksSubscribe to our NEW YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MindsetAdvantagePurchase a copy of my book: https://a.co/d/bGok9UdFollow me on Instagram: @deejayhillierConnect with me on my website: www.djhillier.com

Send us a textIn this episode of The Sports Marketing Machine, host Jeremy Neisser explores one of the most underrated tools in sports marketing: service recovery. Mistakes at games are bound to happen — a missed giveaway, a ticketing issue, a long concession line — but how your team responds can turn frustration into fierce loyalty.Jeremy shares memorable examples from companies like 1-800-FLOWERS and Disney, illustrating how proactive, empowered customer service can create “wow” moments that stick. You'll walk away with real strategies to help your team not just fix problems, but build fans for life.✅ Key Takeaways:Mistakes are inevitable — recovery is optional. Great brands aren't perfect. They're prepared.Fans remember how you made them feel. Especially when things didn't go right.Your frontline staff is your brand. Empower them with tools, autonomy, and encouragement to turn tough moments into memorable ones.Service recovery is a marketing opportunity. A fan who had a problem and a great resolution will tell more people than one who had a smooth experience.Train for the unexpected. Small gestures in high-stress moments = lifetime loyalty.

In this episode, we share three questions great teams always ask. These are easy to implement and will help you drive more consistent results.

In this interview, veteran game designer Stuart Maine shares his 28-year journey in the gaming industry, detailing his humble beginnings in a cyber café to becoming a senior designer at Two Desperados, a mobile games company in Serbia. Stuart recounts his early days at Bullfrog and his time at renowned companies like Acclaim and Blitz, working on notable projects such Warhammer Combat Cards, Epic Mickey 2, and Angry Birds Transformers. He offers insights on remote work, the importance of team dynamics, and the lessons he has learned about people skills and communication. Stuart also discusses his latest venture, a book titled 'Designing Video Games,' which aims to guide newcomers through the complexities of the industry. Alongside this, he has authored two books on the history of first-person shooters, 'I'm Too Young to Die' and 'Hurt Me Plenty,' with a third in the works. He touches on the challenges and rewards of game development, reflecting on the necessity of taking risks, the difficulties of maintaining work-life balance, and the evolving landscape influenced by technological advancements like AI. The conversation wraps up with Stuart sharing anecdotes from his career, advice for aspiring developers, and his excitement for current gaming projects, highlighting his ongoing passion for the industry. Bio: Stuart Maine has been a game designer and writer for 28 years across console, PC, and mobile. He's worked on licensed titles at studios large and small, and co-founded and later sold the indie studio Well Played Games. Stuart also writes books, including two on the history of first-person shooters (I'm Too Young To Die, 2022, and Hurt Me Plenty, 2025, with Bitmap Books) and Designing Video Games (2025, with White Owl), a guide for breaking into the industry. He also tutors on John Yorke's Story for Video Games course. Show Links: * Two Desperados: https://twodesperados.com * Well Played Games: https://www.wellplayed.games * John Yorke's Story for Video Games course (Stu's a tutor): https://www.johnyorkestory.com/course/story-for-video-games/  * White Owl Books: https://www.whiteowlbooks.co.uk/  * Designing Video Games: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1399038664 or https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Designing-Video-Games-Hardback/p/52503  * Bitmap Books: https://www.bitmapbooks.com * I'm Too Young to Die: https://www.bitmapbooks.com/collections/video-game-history/products/i-m-too-young-to-die-the-ultimate-guide-to-first-person-shooters-1992-2002  * Hurt Me Plenty: https://www.bitmapbooks.com/collections/video-game-history/products/hurt-me-plenty-the-ultimate-guide-to-first-person-shooters-2003-2010  * Warhammer Combat Cards: https://www.combatcards.com * Atomfall: https://store.steampowered.com/app/801800/Atomfall/  * Love & Pies: https://www.loveandpies.com * G-Police: Weapons of Justice: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G-Police:_Weapons_of_Justice * Epic Mickey 2: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epic_Mickey_2:_The_Power_of_Two * Blitz Games: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blitz_Games_Studios * Bullfrog Productions: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bullfrog_Productions Connect With Links: * Stuart Maine on Twitter/X: https://x.com/maine_stuart * Stuart Maine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-m-280155205/  Game Dev Advice Links:  * Website: show notes, links, stuff - https://www.gamedevadvice.com  * Patreon: career coaching through the Gain Wisdom membership - https://www.patreon.com/gamedevadvice  * YouTube: main channel link - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvkY8LxjGyOPqlQKuRlObhg    * Game Dev Advice hotline: (224) 484-7733* Email: reach out - info@gamedevadvice.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  If you're feeling like your team is losing to the competition and you can't figure out why, then you are not alone! Your efforts to build a great team might not be working as expected, and instead of improved performance, you might be experiencing disengagement and frustration among your team members. It's time to turn things around and create a winning team culture that drives success. Uncover the surprising twist that takes employee engagement to the next level. You won't believe how a simple shift in perspective can transform teams from average to extraordinary. And the best part? It's a game-changer for any business, regardless of industry. Stay tuned to find out how this unexpected approach leads to exceptional team performance and leaves your competition in awe. You won't want to miss this! Build Great Teams with Collaboration Creating a culture of collaboration within teams fosters innovation and productivity. By encouraging open communication and teamwork, organizations can leverage the diverse skills and perspectives of their members. Collaborative efforts lead to enhanced problem-solving and creativity, driving the team towards success. This week's special guest is Don Yaeger Don Yaeger, a distinguished journalist and accomplished author, boasts an extensive background in sports and business. As the author of 40 books, including 12 New York Times bestsellers, Don's expertise is widely recognized. With a focus on team dynamics and leadership, his insights are particularly valuable for business leaders and managers seeking to optimize team performance and engagement. Don's in-depth research and comprehensive understanding of high-performance principles make him a respected authority in the realm of team building and organizational excellence. His wealth of experience positions him as a leading figure in providing practical strategies and actionable advice for enhancing team effectiveness and driving overall success in the business landscape. This is his story: Don Yaeger, a seasoned journalist and author, shares his journey of discovering the elements that make great teams in business. With a career spanning big newspapers and Sports Illustrated, Don's insatiable appetite for learning led him to write 40 books, with 12 becoming New York Times bestsellers. His relentless pursuit of knowledge didn't stop there; he also hosts the Corporate Competitor podcast, where he delves into the wisdom of successful individuals. Don's immersion in the world of great teams didn't happen overnight. Over a decade, he meticulously studied top-performing sports teams like Nick Saban's Alabama football team and the mid-90s Chicago Bulls, as well as outstanding businesses like Delta Airlines and Chick Fil A. This deep dive culminated in his book "Great Teams," where he identified 16 key differentiators of exceptional teams. Don's journey is a testament to the power of continuous learning and the relentless pursuit of excellence, inspiring leaders and managers to cultivate a culture of growth and engagement within their teams. Great teams are committed to things that average teams aren't. They're committed to things like creating an environment where employees believe that they're locked into each other and that they're beholden to each other, that they're better because of each other. - Don Yaeger In this episode, you will be able to: Uncover the secrets to building great teams that drive business success. Explore the crucial role of culture in achieving outstanding team performance. Implement powerful strategies to boost employee engagement and motivation. Harness the impactful leadership techniques that drive exceptional team performance. Discover invaluable insights from success stories in sports and business.   The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - The Importance of Having a Sense of Purpose 00:07:36 - What Makes Great Teams Great 00:11:49 - Building a Team Others Want to Join 00:13:07 - Overcoming Complacency 00:14:28 - The Power of Coaching and Success Principles 00:16:06 - Success Leaves Clues 00:17:56 - The Role of Team Behavior 00:21:36 - Culture, Behavior, and Habits 00:27:02 - The Power of Purpose 00:29:14 - The Importance of Team Commitment 00:30:43 - Making a Difference in Business 00:34:48 - Employee Engagement and Impact 00:36:35 - What Makes Great Teams Great 00:40:26 - Don Yaeger's All-Time Favorite Movie Timestamped summary of this episode: 00:00:00 - The Importance of Having a Sense of Purpose Don Yaeger emphasizes the importance of not just knowing, but feeling the sense of purpose within a team. He discusses how the best teams believe they are part of something bigger than themselves. 00:07:36 - What Makes Great Teams Great Don Yaeger shares his insights on what makes great teams stand out, highlighting the importance of continuous learning, mentoring culture, and a strong sense of purpose as key factors in achieving greatness. 00:11:49 - Building a Team Others Want to Join Don Yaeger discusses the significance of being the team that others aspire to join. He emphasizes the importance of being the organization that people are working to figure out how to join, rather than the team losing people to competitors. 00:13:07 - Overcoming Complacency Don Yaeger addresses the issue of complacency and its impact on organizations. He discusses how human nature can lead to complacency, and the importance of staying vigilant and continuously improving, even during times of success. 00:14:28 - The Power of Coaching and Success Principles Don Yaeger shares how he coached his son's losing team and emphasized success principles to turn the team's performance around. 00:16:06 - Success Leaves Clues Don Yaeger discusses the importance of studying successful individuals and teams to learn from their experiences and apply those lessons to achieve greatness. 00:17:56 - The Role of Team Behavior Don Yaeger emphasizes the significance of team behavior, communication, and camaraderie in achieving success, rather than solely crediting coaching for a team's victory. 00:21:36 - Culture, Behavior, and Habits Don Yaeger explains how culture shapes behaviors, which in turn form habits leading to sustained excellence, highlighting the importance of intentionally designing a positive culture within organizations. 00:27:02 - The Power of Purpose Don Yaeger shares how a sense of purpose and belonging to something bigger than oneself is crucial for team success, using the example of USA Basketball's transformation under Coach Mike Krzyzewski. 00:29:14 - The Importance of Team Commitment Don Yaeger discusses the importance of basketball players respecting and honoring members of the United States armed forces, emphasizing the responsibility they have as representatives of their country. 00:30:43 - Making a Difference in Business Yaeger shares a story about Medtronic, showing how bringing in families to thank employees for their work makes them realize the impact they have on people's lives, fostering a sense of purpose in their work. 00:34:48 - Employee Engagement and Impact The conversation highlights the significance of employees believing that their work makes a difference and the impact it has on their engagement and satisfaction, ultimately leading to better outcomes for the organization. 00:36:35 - What Makes Great Teams Great Yaeger emphasizes that great teams are committed to creating an environment where employees feel connected and responsible for each other, believing that their work changes lives and treating them differently than other organizations would. 00:40:26 - Don Yaeger's All-Time Favorite Movie Yaeger shares his favorite sports movie, "Hoosiers," emphasizing the idea of coming together to achieve amazing things, reflecting the themes of teamwork and commitment discussed in the episode. Importance of Culture in Teams Culture forms the foundation of a team, shaping behaviors, attitudes, and values. A positive and inclusive culture cultivates trust and unity among team members, fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose. Leaders play a crucial role in shaping and nurturing a culture that empowers individuals and drives collective success. Effective Employee Engagement Strategies Engaged employees are more productive, motivated, and committed to the organization's goals. Implementing strategies that recognize and value employees' contributions fosters a sense of ownership and loyalty. By soliciting feedback, offering growth opportunities, and promoting a healthy work-life balance, leaders can create a work environment where employees thrive and contribute their best work. The resources mentioned in this episode are: Connect with Don Yaeger on LinkedIn for more insights and inspiration on building great teams. Visit Don Yaeger's website at donyaeger.com to explore his work, books, and speaking engagements. Check out the Corporate Competitor Podcast at corporatecompetitorpodcast.com for valuable leadership and team-building content. Explore Leadfeeder for real-time website visitor tracking and lead engagement to revolutionize your lead generation and sales efforts. Download Fly Message for free to save time and increase productivity with a personal writing assistant and text expander.

What if the stability you're working so hard to protect is actually what's holding your team back? In this episode, we explore the Stability-Stress Paradox — the idea that too much comfort can quietly stall innovation, weaken resilience, and prevent growth. If you want your team to not just survive adversity, but bounce forward because of it, this conversation is for you.Download the guide here: https://www.leaderfactor.com/resources/the-resilient-team-playbook-5-steps-for-managers

This week, we're talking about something that can make or break your business: developing a great team. Gain valuable insights on leadership and team dynamics with host Chip Gray. Join us each week for a brand new bonus Extra Point episode. In less than 5 minutes, you'll get additional insights about the psychology of leadership and management from the producers of the Manage Smarter podcast. Find all of the Manage Smarter episodes on ManageSmarter.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird are two of the greatest athletes of all time — Megan is an Olympic gold medalist and was named the best soccer player in the world by FIFA. Sue has won five of her own Olympic gold medals in basketball and four WNBA championships. Now that the couple have each retired from their legendary sports careers, they host a podcast together, a Touch More, and continue to play a major role in the meteoric rise of women's sports. They talk with Adam about how to make a team great and leadership lessons from sports. They also discuss their difficult decisions to retire, and how to know when it's time to let go and move on.FollowHost: Adam Grant (Instagram: @adamgrant | LinkedIn: @adammgrant | Website: adamgrant.net/) Guests: Megan Rapinoe (Instagram: @mrapinoe) Sue Bird (Instagram: @sbird10) Linksyoutube.com/@atouchmoreSubscribe to TED Instagram: @tedYouTube: @TEDTikTok: @tedtoksLinkedIn: @ted-conferencesWebsite: ted.comPodcasts: ted.com/podcastsFor the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/rethinking-with-adam-grant-transcripts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird are two of the greatest athletes of all time — Megan is an Olympic gold medalist and was named the best soccer player in the world by FIFA. Sue has won five of her own Olympic gold medals in basketball and four WNBA championships. Now that the couple have each retired from their legendary sports careers, they host a podcast together, a Touch More, and continue to play a major role in the meteoric rise of women's sports. They talk with Adam about how to make a team great and leadership lessons from sports. They also discuss their difficult decisions to retire, and how to know when it's time to let go and move on.FollowHost: Adam Grant (Instagram: @adamgrant | LinkedIn: @adammgrant | Website: adamgrant.net/) Guests: Megan Rapinoe (Instagram: @mrapinoe) Sue Bird (Instagram: @sbird10) Linksyoutube.com/@atouchmoreSubscribe to TED Instagram: @tedYouTube: @TEDTikTok: @tedtoksLinkedIn: @ted-conferencesWebsite: ted.comPodcasts: ted.com/podcastsFor the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/rethinking-with-adam-grant-transcripts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, I sit down with Hall of Famer Thurman Thomas, a legendary running back who helped define an era for the Buffalo Bills. We talk about the mindset that separates great players from Hall of Famers, the tight-knit bond that made that group of players so unique, and the lessons he carried from the locker room into business. Thurman shares how leadership, character, and accountability shaped his career and continue to drive his work today. We also talk about his latest business ventures, his passion for giving back, and why authenticity matters when choosing partnerships.

Scott Tannenbaum is an organizational psychologist, researcher, and author known for his work on team effectiveness, leadership, and workplace performance. He's advised over 600 organizations, including fortune 500 companies, military special forces, and healthcare teams. Scott is also the co-author of Teams That Work: The Seven Drives of Team Effectiveness.Topics-Myths and misconceptions of great teams-How to build psychological safety-The power of the debrief-Task vs. Team focus-Why team building exercises don't improve teamworkDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: www.djhillier.com/40booksSubscribe to our NEW YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MindsetAdvantagePurchase a copy of my book: https://a.co/d/bGok9UdFollow me on Instagram: @deejayhillierConnect with me on my website: www.djhillier.com