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In this episode, host Nils Vinje welcomes back guest Jackie Ferguson to explore the evolution and significance of inclusive leadership in achieving organizational success. During their discussion, Nils and Jackie delve into the transformative impact of inclusive leadership. They emphasize its role in fostering innovation, boosting productivity, and creating a sense of belonging among employees. They also explored key aspects of inclusive leadership, including effective decision-making, acknowledging employee contributions, and the overarching impact of creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Tune in to discover how inclusive leadership drives organizational success! Podcast highlights: 0:17 - The big news 4:10 - Creating an inclusive leadership handbook 9:15 - Leadership development and shortcuts for success 13:38 - Creating a culture of belonging 17:23 - Leadership, productivity, and inclusive work environments 25:55 - Acknowledging employees' efforts 31:42 - Inclusive leadership and decision-making Connect with Jackie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejackieferguson/ This episode is brought to you by the Leadership MBA. The Leadership MBA is a 12-week comprehensive program that will give you all the practical tools you need to turn your leadership challenges into success. The product of more than a decade of leadership coaching Managers, Directors, and VPs at companies like Apple and Oracle, the Leadership MBA will show you exactly how to crack the leadership code through a proven step-by-step process. Click here to download the Leadership MBA Program Guide

In this episode, host Nils Vinje welcomes back Maranda Dziekonski for a wide-ranging discussion on leadership practices and challenges currently facing the tech industry. They tackle the impact of the current economic uncertainty on hiring, discuss how layoffs are affecting organizations, and give insights into key program cuts in the industry. Nils and Maranda also delve into the long-term implications of leadership decisions and the importance of investing in DE&I and Learning and Development programs. Have a listen and get equipped for leading in uncertain times. Podcast highlights: 1:50 - Current State of the Tech Sector and Its Challenges 2:52 - Hiring Side: An Insider's Perspective 4:00 - Impact of Layoffs on the Tech Industry 5:42 - Overwhelming Process of Handling a High Volume of Applicants 10:33 - Importance of Fairness in the Hiring Process 11:27 - Consequences of Cutting Key Programs in Organizations 23:23 - Importance of Continuous Learning and Development 31:06 - Long-Term Impact of Current Decisions on Organizations Connect with Maranda at https://www.linkedin.com/in/marandaanndziekonski/ This episode is brought to you by the Leadership MBA. The Leadership MBA is a 12-week comprehensive program that will give you all the practical tools you need to turn your leadership challenges into success. The product of more than a decade of leadership coaching Managers, Directors, and VPs at companies like Apple and Oracle, the Leadership MBA will show you exactly how to crack the leadership code through a proven step-by-step process. Click here to download the Leadership MBA Program Guide

In this episode, host Nils Vinje interviews guest David Karp, the Chief Customer Officer at DISQO. They discuss the journey and transition from a VP role to the C-suite, the professional mindset and approach needed at the executive level, and the importance of fostering a constant learning attitude and authentic connections across all departments. David emphasizes the significance of being customer-oriented, nurturing one's curiosity, and maintaining a customer-centric lens as a Chief Customer Officer. Furthermore, he shares insights about his journey, personal anecdotes, and the valuable lesson of focusing on helping others succeed. Podcast highlights: 0:22 - David's Background 2:38 - Creating Value for Customers and the Business 5:54 - Power of Asking the Right Questions 8:46 - Transitioning from VP to CCO 12:56 - The Journey to Customer-Centric Leadership 19:28 - Working on the Business vs. In the Business 32:35 - David's advice to himself Connect with David at https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidalankarp/ This episode is brought to you by the Leadership MBA. The Leadership MBA is a 12-week comprehensive program that will give you all the practical tools you need to become a true leader and the CEO of your career. The product of nearly 2 decades of leadership coaching Managers, Directors, and VPs at companies like Apple and Oracle, the Leadership MBA will show you exactly how to crack the leadership code through a proven step-by-step process. Click here to download the Leadership MBA Program Guide

Ever wondered if your career could be more than just a path directed by others? In this episode, Nils Vinje discusses leadership development with guest Derek Squires. They delve into Derek's background, his career progression, and lessons learned from investing in himself as a leader. Derek shares how embracing the idea of being the CEO of his career has enhanced his clarity, confidence, and ability to tackle any challenge. He also shares his experience in the Leadership MBA program and how it has increased his productivity and brought him tangible results in his work. Ready to take charge of your career trajectory? Join the conversation now and discover how investing in yourself can lead to a more empowered, confident, and successful professional journey. Elevate your skills, tackle challenges head-on, and become the CEO of your own career. Podcast highlights: 0:47 - Derek's Background 4:58 - The Need for a Leadership Framework 12:40 - The Impact of Improved Productivity 14:13 - Becoming the CEO of Your Career 19:54 - Taking Control of Your Career 21:52 - Power of Self-Investment 24:21 - ROI of Self-Investment 30:44 - The Continuous Journey of Self-Investment 35:55 - Embracing the CEO Mindset Connect with Derek at https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-squires/ This episode is brought to you by the Leadership MBA. The Leadership MBA is a 12-week comprehensive program that will give you all the practical tools you need to become a true leader and the CEO of your career. The product of nearly 2 decades of leadership coaching Managers, Directors, and VPs at companies like Apple and Oracle, the Leadership MBA will show you exactly how to crack the leadership code through a proven step-by-step process. Click here to download the Leadership MBA Program Guide

In this episode, Nils Vinje welcomes returning guest Catherine Blackmore to discuss diverse topics around leadership development, especially focusing on women leaders. They delve into the concept of personal leadership, the prevalence of the 'inner critic' that tends to impede individuals' progress, explaining that this is seen more in women. In addition, they reflect on biases in the workplace which often create hurdles for women. Tune in for a lively discussion on self-confidence, strategic acumen, and personal branding, all keys to fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace. Discover how to navigate career challenges and the power of asking for help. Don't miss this empowering episode! Hit play now and level up your leadership game! Podcast highlights: 1:02 - The Notion of Employee Success 4:56 - Understanding Personal Leadership and Team Leadership 11:30 - The Role of Mentorship and Sponsorship in Leadership 19:45 - Addressing the Inner Critic in Leadership 28:23 - The Misconception of ‘Working Harder' for Success 30:59 - The Evolution of Employee-Employer Relationships 36:34 - Overcoming Inner Critic 46:26 - Working Harder is Not the Answer Connect with Catherine at https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherineblackmore/ Check the "Mastering Your Inner Critic" book here  Check out these TED Talks mentioned in the show:  The career advice you probably didn't get by Susan Colantuono  Your body language may shape who you are by Amy Cuddy This episode is brought to you by the Leadership MBA. The Leadership MBA is a 12-week comprehensive program that will give you all the practical tools you need to become a true leader and the CEO of your career. The product of nearly 2 decades of leadership coaching Managers, Directors, and VPs at companies like Apple and Oracle, the Leadership MBA will show you exactly how to crack the leadership code through a proven step-by-step process. Click here to download the Leadership MBA Program Guide

Ever wondered about the core elements of effective leadership? In this episode, Nils Vinje hosts Eddie Christian, founder, and CEO of Athfluency Consulting Group. Eddie shares his leadership style, emphasizing trust, transparency, and a clear vision that binds a successful team. Explore the dynamics of internal and external customer relationships and the crucial role of alignment for enhanced customer experiences. Tune in for valuable insights on supporting teams through challenges, creating a safe space for expression, and the pivotal role of one-on-one meetings in fostering a supportive workplace! Podcast highlights: 0:21 - Eddie's background - Eddie shares what Athfluency Consulting Group is about. 3:31 - Building an army - What is one of the most important things critical to inspire a team or for a leader to consider and think about to inspire their team? 5:00 - Internal vs External customers - What are the differences and similarities between working with internal and external customers in a customer success role? 9:54 - Building a vision - Eddie shares the importance of starting with a clear vision and breaking down individual contributions to achieve the goal. 15:25 - Gaining confidence - Eddie talks about encouraging team members to have confidence in their expertise and knowledge, even when communicating with higher-level executives. 19:01 - Building a supportive team - Why is it crucial to genuinely support your team in challenging situations, and what kind of influence does such support have on their motivation and loyalty? 26:42 - Carving out time for one-on-ones - Eddie shares advice on prioritizing regular one-on-one meetings with team members to address their concerns, unblock obstacles, and show genuine care and support. 29:50 - Creating a safe space for venting - Why is it important to create an environment where team members feel comfortable expressing their frustrations and concerns, free from the worry of judgment or repercussions? Connect with Eddie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddie-christian/ This episode is brought to you by the Leadership MBA. The Leadership MBA is a 12-week comprehensive program that will give you all the practical tools you need to become a true leader and the CEO of your career. The product of nearly 2 decades of leadership coaching Managers, Directors, and VPs at companies like Apple and Oracle, the Leadership MBA will show you exactly how to crack the leadership code through a proven step-by-step process. Click here to download the Leadership MBA Program Guide

In this episode, Nils Vinje and Cameron Marijosius continue their discussion on emotional intelligence. They delve deeper into the pillars of emotional intelligence, focusing on motivation, empathy, and social skills. They share personal stories and insights related to motivation in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of having a positive attitude and being connected to one's work. They explore the concept of empathy, discussing the ability to understand others' emotions and dynamics. They also talk about social skills, highlighting the importance of self-awareness, self-regulation, and empathy in social interactions. Tune in and seize the opportunity to enhance your emotional intelligence. Podcast highlights: 1:07 - Motivation and its importance - Cameron discusses the meaning of motivation in the context of emotional intelligence and its significance in the workplace. 2:10 - Overcoming hurdles - How does Cameron overcome her struggles with motivation? 5:24 - Recognizing lost connection and taking action - Cameron shares the importance of recognizing when motivation is lost and taking the necessary steps to find a new path that aligns with one's values and goals. 8:49 - Pillar number four: Empathy - Cameron explains the meaning of empathy in the context of emotional intelligence. 13:03 - Power of empathy - Why is it important to strive for understanding and empathizing with the world of others? 17:36 - Social skills and behavior - Cameron discusses the misconception around social skills and the importance of behavior and actions in social interactions. 22:24 - Creating a positive social contract - Cameron shares the importance of establishing a social contract when starting a new team or working with a group of people. 28:26 - Building trust and open communication - How does establishing a foundation of trust and open communication from the outset contribute to fostering more meaningful conversations and facilitating the handling of difficult discussions? Connect with Cameron at https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-marijosius This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy. The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje interviews Nadia Carta, Head of Data Transformation at Google. Nadia is a powerhouse of inspiration, known for her ability to spark zeal in others. In our conversation, Nadia shared three key lessons from her 14-year tenure at Google: curiosity, authenticity, and aiming for big things. She believes that curiosity opens doors to new environments and genuine connections. Authenticity and vulnerability, she says, are the building blocks of trust. And aiming for the impossible? That's what drives her to tackle challenging projects. But it's not all about success. Nadia opened up about a recent experience of not getting a role she had prepared for. Despite the initial disappointment, she used this as an opportunity for self-reflection and growth. This led her to launch the "Spark Your Zeal" movement, write a book, and start her own podcast on leadership. Nadia's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the beauty of turning setbacks into stepping stones. She believes that by fully putting herself out there, she is giving others permission to do the same. This approach to business, which she calls "business with grace," focuses not only on numbers and plans, but also on building a next generation of humans who find fulfillment in meaningful work. We also discussed the importance of being the CEO of your own career and taking charge of personal growth and development. Nadia emphasized the value of having a coach and engaging in daily practices like journaling and mindfulness meditation for self-awareness. I hope Nadia's story inspires you as much as it inspired me. Remember, in life, there are only three answers: yes, not yet, and something better is coming. So, keep sparking your zeal and pursuing your dreams! Podcast Highlights: 3:41 - Lessons learned from 14 years at Google Nadia reflects on her 14-year tenure at Google, highlighting the importance of curiosity, authenticity, vulnerability, and aiming for big things in her leadership style. 8:19 - Dealing with rejection and learning from it Nadia shares her experience of not getting a role she had prepared for, discussing the initial disappointment and the lessons she learned from the experience. 10:36 - The power of "something better" Nadia reflects on her rejection in a job interview and how it led her to discover the concept of "something better" in life. 13:35 - The gift of rejection Nadia explains how the rejection she faced allowed her to pause, ask herself tough questions, and give birth to her biggest dreams. 20:31 - The importance of putting oneself out there Nadia shares how putting herself out there fully has given others permission to bring themselves more and has created a sense of belonging and thriving in the corporate world. 21:49 - Business with grace and creating an inclusive environment Nadia discusses how she inspires her clients by not only focusing on tech and ads, but also on building a better future and creating a next generation of humans who fulfill themselves while doing meaningful work. 24:12 - Being the CEO of your career and leading oneself first Neil and Nadia talk about the importance of being in charge of one's career, figuring things out, and leading oneself first in order to have a meaningful life and make a positive impact on the world. 30:29 - The importance of having a coach Having a coach can provide external perspective and keep you honest with yourself. 31:51 - The power of journaling and mindfulness meditation Journaling and mindfulness meditation can bring awareness and help align with your true desires. Connect with Nadia on Linkedin.

In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje interviews Spencer Polk, a member of the B2B Leaders Academy. They discuss Spencer's experience in the academy and his previous management training.  Spencer shares his dissatisfaction with a two-day seminar he attended and highlights how the academy's self-directed and collaborative approach changed the game. They also discuss the importance of progress in learning and skill development, the concept of being the CEO of one's own career, and Spencer's growth in confidence through the academy. If self-doubt is holding you back, Spencer highly recommends the B2B Leaders Academy for personal growth. Tune in to this episode and get inspired to overcome your challenges and embrace your leadership potential. Podcast highlights: 1:16 - Spencer's background - Spencer explains his role and shares his experience with traditional management training. 2:53 - Self-directed approach - Spencer shares his experience coming into the academy and what he saw as being different and how it worked for him. 5:32 - Mastermind sessions - What value did Spencer get out of these weekly mastermind sessions inside the academy? 9:03 - Progress is key - How important is progress in staying committed and not quitting? 12:47 - Being the CEO of your career - This mindset changed Spencer's perspective toward his career. 17:36 - What's next for Spencer - Spencer shares taking a proactive approach to his career development. 20:42 - Advice to others - What advice would Spencer share with others if they were on the fence thinking about joining the B2B Leaders Academy but not 100% sure if this might be right for them? Connect with Spencer at https://ca.linkedin.com/in/spencer-polk-099b5720 This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy. The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

Do you want to foster a culture of collaboration in your workplace? In this episode, Nils Vinje and Christine Lavery discuss six tips for creating a collaborative environment. They emphasize the importance of creating a psychologically safe environment, having clear roles and responsibilities, being able to compromise, aligning goals, setting clear expectations, and focusing on relationships. By following these tips, organizations can create an environment where everyone feels valued and included, and where collaboration is the norm rather than the exception. Listen to this episode to learn more about fostering a culture of collaboration in your workplace. Podcast highlights: 2:04 - Psychological safety - Christine explains the importance of creating an environment of psychological safety to foster collaboration. 6:21 - Clear roles and responsibilities - Why is this so important in fostering collaboration? 9:46 - Compromise - Christine talks about how it can be challenging to truly be good at compromising. 14:40 - Alignment of goals - If you want to drive productivity and efficiency, and the getting to the end result, it comes down to this. 19:48 - Expectation setting - Christine shares the importance of setting clear goals and expectations to achieve greater collaboration in the workplace. 25:10 - Focus on relationships - How building relationships with everyone in the organization, regardless of their background, personality, or objectives can foster a culture of collaboration? Connect with Christine at https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-lavery/ Learn more about AgentSync at https://agentsync.io/ This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy. The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

Have you ever felt like you were in the wrong job? In this episode, leadership coach, Nils Vinje shares a valuable lesson he learned from his experience as a Xerox sales rep. He emphasizes the importance of checking for alignment in one's work and being honest with oneself about whether the work is truly fulfilling and aligned with one's values and strengths. Nils learned that no matter how bad your brain wants something, if it doesn't align with who you are or who you want to become, it's not going to work. Tune in to hear more about Nils' personal experience and his successful career as a leadership coach and consultant after this difficult job, which is aligned with who he is as a person. Remember to continuously check for alignment and ask for help. This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy. The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

Do you struggle with self-belief as a leader? In this episode, Nils Vinje shares a personal story about his early days as a leadership coach and the importance of believing in oneself. He recalls working with a photography business owner who was going through a rough patch in her personal life and business. Despite Nils' initial lack of confidence, he developed a 12-week program for her based on their discussions. Nils emphasizes the significance of setting clear intentions and visualizing the desired outcome.  He highlights that even though the coaching journey can be uncertain and challenging, having self-belief and a clear destination in mind are essential. It is important to believe in yourself in order for others to believe in you. Remember, while the journey may get messy, having a destination and the right set of tools can help you reach any destination. Nils' story serves as a reminder that self-belief is crucial for leadership success. This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy. The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

Do you want to inspire and empower your team? In this episode, Nils Vinje and Sara Barnes share valuable insights on how to do it effectively. One of the most important lessons is to recognize and celebrate employees' strengths. By observing and identifying what truly inspires and energizes them, leaders can help their team members achieve their full potential. Tune in to learn more about these strategies and how to implement them in your organization. Podcast highlights: 1:11 - Empowering employees - Sara shares a couple of things on how to empower employees. 7:19 - Balancing long-term and immediate needs - When it comes to inspiring your team, why is it important to take a long-term view while balancing immediate needs? 9:55 - Fostering a culture of innovation - How does this makes employees feel valued? 12:28 - Building a team identity - How important is building a foundation for a team to operate off of? 19:47 - Psychology and tactics - This is so important but often overlooked. 20:35 - Fostering a collaborative environment - One of the things Sara learned early on working with Nils. 25:04 - What's in it for me? - WIIFM. Everyone's favorite radio station. 29:36 - Promoting continuous growth and learning - Sara shares the importance of observing employees and recognizing their strengths to empower them and provide growth opportunities. 31:13 - StrengthsFinder assessment - The language to describe what you're naturally talented to do. Connect with Sara at https://www.linkedin.com/in/saracbarnes/ Learn more about Verifiable at https://verifiable.com/ This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy. The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

Are you truly driven and passionate about leadership? In this episode, Nils Vinje shares his personal experience of discovering his passion for coaching and how it helped him become a more effective leader. When you are truly driven and passionate about something, you are willing to do whatever it takes. Nils' story shows that investing in yourself and acquiring new skills can lead to discovering your passion and becoming a more effective leader. This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy. The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje talks to Paul Piazza, VP of Customer Success at Webex Events, about how to handle difficult conversations in a leadership role. They discuss the value of difficult conversations in building relationships and achieving growth, both personally and professionally. Podcast highlights: 0:28 - Early ties at Gainsight - Paul shared how he met Nils. 2:37 - Importance of difficult conversations - How can difficult conversations lead to growth and realization? 4:00 - Listening and asking questions - Not having the answers is far more valuable than having the answers. 7:36 - Difficult conversations categories - What are some general categories of situations where a difficult conversation was warranted that leaders should be aware of and should be looking at? 9:20 - Emotional side of difficult conversations - Paul shared some advice for someone dealing with fear and hesitation in addressing a behavior they've observed, despite having other pressing matters. 13:06 - Surfacing up the why - The first step that a leader needs to go through in being able to get to the successful outcome that they ultimately want to achieve. 16:36 - Setting up the game plan - Paul shared the importance of outlining a game plan for a successful outcome in difficult conversations. 19:10 - Setting up milestones - How important is it to establish milestones for executing agreed-upon plans in difficult conversations? 24:07 - Learning from adjustments - Paul shared the benefits of being flexible and allowing people to try new things, even if they don't execute the plan perfectly. Connect with Paul at https://www.linkedin.com/in/successforlife/ Learn more about WebEx Events at https://socio.events/ This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy. The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje shares his personal experience of taking time off to acquire new skills and how it helped him get promoted. He discusses how he convinced his boss to let him take time off for leadership coach training and how he used the tools he learned to add more value to his organization. This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy. The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Beth Ladd, VP of Innovation at the American Supply Association about fears that individuals face at different stages of their leadership careers. Podcast highlights: 0:55 - Human-centered design - Beth explains what human-centered design is and how it is used to solve problems. 3:31 - Early-stage career fear - What are some common fears that individuals in the early stages of their careers often experience? 6:08 - Imposter syndrome throughout career - Beth shares her perspective on this. 10:43 - Fear of change -  Beth talks about this fear that can arise in mid-career. 15:52 - Dealing with cynicism later in career - How cynicism can be detrimental to innovation and growth within a team. 22:43 - Differences in fear between genders - How men and women approach fear differently in their careers. 27:38 - Leadership and giving back - Beth talks about the importance of giving back and how some people never reach a point where they want to offer help to others. 33:33 - Getting to know yourself - Beth shares the importance of getting to know oneself and one's peers, and provides tools and frameworks to help young professionals in this process. Learn more about American Supply Association at https://www.asa.net/ This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

I learned a very powerful leadership lesson long before I became a people leader. It was my senior year in college and I was ready to be done with school and start working in the professional world. I already had a job lined up that I would start at the end of the summer so things were good. However, I had to give a presentation in one of my classes that represented a big part of my final grade and that was a challenge. It was a challenge because I was extremely nervous and anxious about presenting in front of the class. I had done some presentations as part of projects in other classes but it wasn't something I was comfortable with. I was mediocre at best on the outside. But inside, I was a mess. In the days and weeks leading up to the presentation, I scripted everything I was going to say and rehearsed it over and over again to get ready. Despite all my practice, I was still terrified. When it was my turn to present, there was one mindset shift I made that changed everything and allowed me to feel calm and confident. Want to know what I did to overcome presentation anxiety? Tune in to find out. This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to ⁠b2bleadersacademy.com⁠ and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach, Nils Vinje, shares 5 essential steps to prepare for moving from an individual contributor to a manager. Podcast highlights: 1:39 - The most difficult shift - Why shifting from an IC role to a manager is one of the most difficult shifts? 5:06 - Importance of acquiring skills in advance - How acquiring the skills needed before getting into the next role can set you up for success? 8:25 - Five things to success - Nils shares the skillset that continues to be one of the most powerful and impactful tools in his leadership toolbox. 9:43 - Building relationships - Why is building relationships across the organization important to be recommended for a leadership position? 13:05 - Demonstrating initiative - There's no better way to prove that you are ready for the next role than by doing this. 16:55 - Expanding knowledge - How can this set you apart from others? 20:02 - Seeking feedback - How to ask for it in order to take actionable steps towards improvement. 22:29 - Summary of five things to get promoted to manager - Put these into action and it will help you prepare for your promotion to manager. This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

On this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje explains how you can get promoted to the VP level and the specific strategies, tricks and skill sets you'll need to focus on along the way. Podcast highlights: 0:47 - Quick testimonials - How have leaders benefitted from the B2B Leaders Academy? 2:02 - Hesitation and fear - Are you comparing yourself to other leaders? 6:22 - Build and demonstrate your expertise - What does this process look like? 8:36 - Demonstrating leadership skills - This is what the core of B2B Leaders Academy is all about. 9:23 - Communicate your goals and aspirations - If you want a promotion, you have to make it clear. 10:33 - Seek feedback and be open to criticism - We all have improvements to make. 14:23 - Time management - What systems can you implement as a VP to master your time? 20:27 - Skip levels - What does this mean, and why is it necessary to understand before landing a VP role? 22:14 - Leading with communication - How can you communicate your team's value outside of your team? This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

On this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Don Schmincke, Strategic Growth Advisor, Author and Keynote Speaker at Schmincke Research Alliance. What started with a story about being shot off an aircraft carrier evolved into a discussion about the 4 common myths that every leader should challenge. Podcast highlights: 0:31 - Being shot off an aircraft carrier - Don explains the backstory behind this wild event. 2:12 - Ineffective leadership strategies - Why is the implementation of leadership strategies from books so low? 6:04 - Leadership myths - Don shares why leadership behaviors often don't change. 10:17 - Sticking with a plan - Don dispels another common leadership myth. 14:33 - Prioritizing problems over plans - Advice for how leaders can shift their thinking on this idea. 18:23 - Being the CEO of your career - Don shares his thoughts on why individuals are responsible for their own success. 22:06 - The myth of happy employees - Why employees should focus on winning more than on happiness. 25:37 - "I don't have enough time" - Don dispels this leadership myth. This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

Employees leave bosses, not companies! The hard costs associated with an employee leaving are generally 1.5 - 2X the employee's salary. The costs associated with lost time, opportunities, and productivity are much greater. When it comes down to it, you better be thinking about how to retain your best employees. On this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje explains how leaders can retain their best employees by focusing on four key areas of growth. Podcast highlights: 0:11 - First job out of undergrad - From excitement to resentment in a couple of months. 4:00 - Gallup poll results - This research measures the cost of psychological detachment. 6:42 - Four key areas of growth - Focus on these areas to keep your employees engaged. 11:52 - Leadership environment - What role does environment play in retaining your best employees? 16:16 - Employee compensation - It's not always the most important thing to focus on, but many people think it is. 20:03 - Employee recognition - Recognize and reward the performance that you want to see more of. 22:30 - A short recap of the four key areas of growth - These engagement strategies will help you retain your best employees. This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

There is one thing your team wants more than anything else… And, it doesn't require any monetary investment… It's Feedback! The reality is that most leaders do not give enough feedback or enough of the right kind of feedback. My hypothesis on why this happens is that leaders don't have a reliable system to give their team members the feedback they want and deserve. On this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje discusses common myths about giving feedback as a leader.  He provides a simple feedback formula for asking the right questions to help your team grow. Follow these 3 steps, and you will be consistently giving the high-quality actionable feedback your team is craving. Podcast highlights: 1:19 - The importance of feedback - Just how important is giving feedback? 5:05 - Common misconception about giving feedback - Avoid taking this approach. 10:55 - A three-step feedback made simple - This system will show you exactly how to give the most effective feedback possible. 11:43 - "Here's what I observed..." - Preparation before you give feedback is more important than anything. 14:22 - "Here's the impact that had..." - Most people have no idea what the impact of their actions really are. 16:50 - Negative or corrective feedback - Why is it so important to ask a question during this part of your feedback? 18:58 - A common feedback myth to dispel - Sometimes empty feedback is worse than none at all. 22:19 - Putting the Feedback Makeover into action - Members of the B2B Leaders Academy were blown away by this process. Get FREE access to the 5-Minute Feedback Makeover at www.b2bleadersacademy.com/feedback This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader

James Swanwick is interviewed by B2B leadership expert, Nils Vinje. Listen in as James compares his drinking days to his non-drinking days at the Playboy Mansion, and how working professionals can make more money by being alcohol free. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule ★ - (Free Guide) The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast

When you get promoted from manager to Director level, the game changes… You are now going to be responsible for the performance of multiple teams… And, you will also be managing managers as well… How do you get yourself ready for this promotion? How do you end up as the #1 choice for Director when the time comes in your company… Or, how do you positing yourself as the best possible candidate while interviewing? On this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje discusses the roadmap you can follow in order to get promoted from a manager-level to a director-level position. Podcast highlights: 0:42 - Previous podcast story - This previous episode of the podcast provides a great example of how to get promoted to a director position. 2:09 - Using a roadmap - The easiest way to identify the skills you need to grow. 4:24 - The four pillars - This framework is the backbone of the B2B Leaders Academy. 5:28 - Leading yourself - The more you grow, the more stress you will take on. 9:37 - Leading others - How do you engage and interact with your team? 13:35 - Managing managers - How does managing managers differ from managing individual contributors? 16:13 - Leading with communication - How do you communicate your team's value outside your immediate team? 20:36 - Leading with metrics - As you grow, the importance of metrics starts to increase. #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be.

In a leadership position, what you say matters… Not just some of the time, all of the time. One statement can have the power to completely change someone's day, week, month, year, or career. It is for this reason that any leadership position needs to be treated with the highest level of respect. On this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Patrick Mirza, Director of Content Marketing and Publications at WorldatWork. Patrick was on the receiving end of one statement that left him feeling discouraged and hollow. This conversation opened up a discussion about the importance of giving effective feedback. Podcast highlights: 0:16 - Patrick's background - Patrick explains his role at WorldatWork. 1:28 - Inclusive leadership - How does this play a role in receiving benefits at work? 4:25 - First leadership position - Patrick's first job out of college. 5:28 - Managing freelancers - What challenges did Patrick face while he was managing freelancers? 7:33 - In-house and freelancer overlap - How did Patrick's management with freelancers differ from managing a salaried team? 10:48 - Shielding freelancers from management - How was Patrick able to manage pressure from management? 17:21 - Freelancer vs. employee - How has Patrick's leadership evolved after these different experiences? 19:35 - You don't own the company - Patrick explains how one phrase from management discouraged him. 27:05 - Feedback using facts, not emotion - Patrick shares his thoughts on this philosophy. 34:00 - Patrick's advice to himself - What advice would Patrick give his younger self? Learn more about WorldatWork at https://worldatwork.org/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.b2bleadersacademy.com/ #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be.

Nils Vinje has shaped the leadership style of many with his organizational leadership training. Here he offers his best tips for leading well.

How do you transition from a completely non-technical field to a successful leader inside a SaaS business? That's what best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje sat down with Simon Cundall, Head of Customer Experience at CampMinder to find out. Discover the pivotal moments in Simon's career as he reveals his path to leadership in an industry he loves. Podcast highlights: 0:19 - Simon's background - Simon explains his role at CampMinder. 1:18 - Summer camp software - How summer camps have evolved with the use of software? 6:27 - First leadership position - How Simon fell into sports leadership. 8:33 - Navigating unfamiliar territory - How Simon managed his new camp counselor position? 13:17 - From the camp world to the tech world - Simon explains how he made the transition. 19:03 - The organization's vision - Was Simon's path to leadership intentional or suggested by another leader? 21:35 - Integrating systems - Simon's approach to integrating systems. 26:55 - Repeatable processes - Advice for leaders who need to create processes in their companies. 31:31 - Evolving customer success roles - How has Simon's approach to leadership shifted? 37:03 - Simon's advice to himself - Advice that Simon would give to his younger self. Learn more about CampMinder at https://campminder.com/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.b2bleadersacademy.com/ #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be.

On this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje discusses how to choose a leadership coach and why you would hire a leadership coach in the first place. Podcast highlights: 0:55 - Speeding up success - The mindset that goes into why you would hire a coach. 2:19 - The stigma around coaching - Why do people only think coaching is for executives? 4:45 - What exactly is leadership coaching? - The term “coaching” has been twisted in a lot of different ways. 8:44 - What leadership coaching isn't - What ideas should NOT be used to define leadership coaching? 11:17 - Coaching qualifications - What are the criteria for a qualified leadership coach? 13:22 - Coaching reputation - Does your coach have a good reputation? 21:53 - Going through the process of coaching - Has your coach been through a coaching program themselves? 26:01 - Four pillars of leadership - What four pillars do you need to master to become an elite leader? 29:22 - Types of leadership coaching programs - What types of programs are available? 36:31 - Live workshops - How does this intimate setting impact the coaching experience? #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be.

A leader's job is to do everything possible to make sure the people that work for them are successful. Success means different things to different people… And success might come in their current role, another role in the same company, or another role in a completely different company. Taking this approach builds a lot of trust. But, not every leader thinks or operates this way. In my opinion, this is one of the best strategies to build trust and a long-term relationship. In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Sam Gurdus, Senior Director of Customer Success at Mezmo about creating new opportunities for others. To find out how to do it, tune in to this episode. Podcast highlights: 0:19 - Sam's background - Sam explains his role at Mezmo. 3:29 - Amazing success story - Sam talks about joining an organization that exited at $3.2 billion. 8:52 - First leadership position - Sam began his journey as an individual contributor. 11:14 - The advertising space - Did Sam have an innate passion for this space or was it just a requirement of his role? 16:39 - Empowering your team - What would Sam do with people who weren't quite ready to grow yet? 20:57 - Setting up checkpoints - When should you check in with your team to make sure you're still aligned on the same goals? 27:40 - Being the CEO of your own career - What does Sam think about this philosophy? 35:35 - Sam's advice to himself - What advice would Sam give his younger self? Learn more about Mezmo at https://www.mezmo.com/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.B2BLeadersAcademy.com/ #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be.

What you say as a leader may not be what is received by the person you are speaking to. Sometimes, things said with good intentions can have negative consequences. This is why communication skills and emotional intelligence need to be at the top of every leader's list. In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Melissa Benua, Senior Director of Engineering at mParticle. Melissa went through a conversation with her boss early in her career that demotivated her despite the fact that what her boss said was intended as a compliment. There are always two sides to every conversation and if you are a leader who only thinks about your side, you're going to run into trouble. Tune in to this episode to find out how Melissa overcame this challenge with her manager and went on to become an amazing leader. Podcast highlights: 0:19 - Melissa's background - Melissa explains her role at mParticle. 1:17 - Solving specific problems - What does mParticle do better than anyone else? 2:44 - First leadership position - Melissa got her start at Microsoft. 6:17 - Sticking with your values - How did Melissa respond to demoralizing feedback from management? 9:43 - Company No. 2 - How did Melissa's leadership journey progress with a new company? 12:37 - Lack of alignment - Melissa gives an example of how her leadership ideas didn't match with the company she worked within. 17:19 - Reflecting on past experiences - Is there anything Melissa would have done differently in her previous roles? 21:44 - Working for mParticle - What was her first impression of joining mParticle compared to her previous companies? 27:34 - Setting expectations early on - How did setting early expectations positively impact Melissa's role within mParticle? 30:06 - Staying aligned with expectations - How was Melissa able to stay on the same page as her organization after returning from maternity leave? 34:56 - Melissa's advice to herself - What advice would Melissa give her younger self? Learn more about mParticle at https://www.mparticle.com/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.B2BLeadersAcademy.com/ #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be.

One of your greatest leadership secrets has been with you for your entire life. It was celebrated when you first started to use it and then it just became “normal”... It is something you use each and every single day, but you probably don't think about it very much… It is your VOICE! In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with John Henny about how leaders can tap into the incredible potential they have in their voice. John is an all-star vocal coach and has experience working with some of Hollywood's biggest stars. Tune in to this episode to discover an entirely new side to your voice and how big of an impact your voice has in leadership. Podcast highlights: 1:59 - Tuning and using your voice - What role does your voice play in leadership and communication? 5:06 - Engaging tone of voice - What is it that makes pitch and range more engaging to listeners? 7:02 - Speaking with intention - John explains the different types of intentions and why intention is important. 9:17 - How to approach intention - Should intention be thought of as a whole or in segments? 14:28 - A voice with no tone - What are the ramifications of not paying attention to your voice? 16:24 - Vocal health awareness - Why is it that only a small percentage of the population understands tonality? 17:59 - Taking better care of your voice - John shares the common pitfalls of losing your voice. 22:57 - A healthy balance - How to balance taking care of your voice and having fun, without going overboard? 24:20 - A mature voice - What role does age play in your voice? 28:53 - Vocal coaching in groups - John details what it's like to get involved with a company or organization. 32:37 - Working with John - How to get in touch. Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.B2BLeadersAcademy.com/ #Leadership #B2BLeadership #BusinessLeader This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be.

Have you ever wondered why people don't meet your expectations? Maybe the reason is that you didn't set the expectation properly or maybe the other person didn't know it existed at all! Expectations are misset all the time and it causes real frustration and trouble for leaders and their teams. On this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Francois Dellea, Senior Director of Engineering at Archipelago, about managing expectations and relationships as a leader. Podcast highlights: 0:21 - Francois's background - Francois explains his role at Archipelago 3:52 - First leadership position - Francois's first leadership role happened by mistake. 5:00 - Shifting into leadership - What had to change for Francois to adjust to his leadership role? 8:16 - From IC to leader - What tools did Francois need to take on a new leadership role? 12:28 - Tailoring leadership to different people - Francois shares advice on how to get more out of team conversations. 18:17 - Managing expectations down the chain - How would Francois approach this kind of communication? 25:09 - Keeping everyone on the same page - How does Francois set and agree on expectations with his team? 30:42 - Francois's advice to himself - What advice would Francois give his younger self? Connect with Francois Dellea: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francois-dellea/ Learn more about Archipelago at https://www.onarchipelago.com/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.30dayleadership.com/ This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2bleadership #BusinessLeader

What's the point of A/B testing your leadership? The point is to get valuable data to inform decisions that will help you improve. This is the same thing that expert marketers do to bring awareness of a product to a target audience. In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Can Ozdoruk, VP of Marketing at Netomi. Can has an incredible ability to break down the complex world of OKRs into simple steps that have allowed him and his team to consistently hit 90% of their targets every quarter. Want to know how he does it? Tune in to find out. Podcast highlights: 0:21 - Can's background - Can explains his role at Netomi. 6:50 - First leadership position - Can got his leadership start in engineering. 8:39 - Managing a team for the first time - How did Can navigate the transition from going to individual contributor to being responsible for a team? 10:20 - The engineering world vs the marketing world - Can explains the parallels between the two industries. 12:26 - Explaining OKRs - How long has Can made OKRs a success inside his organization? 20:05 - Consistent OKR goals- How does Can make sure that OKRs become part of the fabric of the team? 23:41 - Managing team coordination - How does Can stay close to the team members who are several layers removed from him? 30:13 - Can's advice to himself - What advice would Can give his younger self? Learn more about Netomi at https://www.netomi.com/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.30dayleadership.com/ #Leadership #B2bleadership #BusinessLeader This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be.

A lot of people get into leadership roles by accident. Someone excels as an individual contributor and then is offered the opportunity to lead the team. What happens when the star performer takes over the team? It can be an incredible move and produce amazing results. Or, it can end in failure with relationships destroyed. What's the difference between these two outcomes? The difference comes down to leadership skills. Leadership skills are not something you are born with, despite what some may think. They are skills that are learned and developed over time. In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Sarah E. Brown, Vice President of Marketing at Sastrify and author of Lead Upwards about leadership roles, coaching, ownership, and much, much, more. Podcast highlights: 0:20 - Sarah's background - Sarah explains her role at Sastrify. 2:50 - “Lead Upwards” - Who is Sarah's book for? 4:25 - Sarah's first executive role - What inspired Sarah to hire an executive coach? 8:18 - Fast tracking your leadership development - Sarah shares advice on how to accelerate your leadership career. 18:06 - Expanding access to leadership training - Sarah unpacks how organizations can benefit from giving leadership training to more individual contributors. 22:24 - Putting people first - Most organizations champion people first but don't actually invest in them. Sarah shares her thoughts on that. 24:54 - Investing in your own leadership skills - How much of investing is on you versus your organization? 31:23 - Taking control of your life - How big of a role does the mindset of being the CEO of your career really play? Learn more about Sastrify at https://www.sastrify.com/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.30dayleadership.com/ #Leadership #B2bleadership #BusinessLeader This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be.

If you were to leave your position as a leader tomorrow, what would happen? Would everything continue running as normal because you built repeatable systems that are designed to run without you? Or would everything fall apart because the systems you have in place rely on you running them? This is a really important area where I spend a lot of time working with leaders in the B2B Leaders Academy. In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Austen Asadorian, Senior Vice President of Sales at SevenRooms. Before getting into the tech world, Austen ran restaurants for the Hillstone group and learned the incredible power of systems that can run without you. Tune in to this episode to get all the juicy details. Podcast highlights: 0:41 - Austen's background - Austen explains his role at SevenRooms. 1:24 - Guest management software - How is SevenRooms different from a generic reservation system? 5:46 - First leadership position - Austen got his start in the restaurant industry. 8:25 - Battlefield promotion - How did Austen transition into managing a restaurant? 11:18 - Balancing criticism - How does Austen approach positive and negative feedback? 15:02 - From restaurant manager to the tech world - Austen explains how he got his foot in the door on the tech side of things. 20:35 - The restaurant/showroom commonalities - What are the parallels between running a restaurant and running a showroom? 24:22 - Working yourself out of your own job - Austen gives his response to the statement made by Nils. 27:09 - Finding the gaps - How does Austen feel about actively seeking challenges? 29:33 - The tough decision to move on - Austen left Peloton before it became a household name. 36:16 - Austen's advice to himself - What advice would Austen give his younger self? Learn more about SevenRooms at https://sevenrooms.com/en/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.30dayleadership.com/ #Leadership #B2bleadership #BusinessLeader This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be.

Doing the work as a leader is not enough!! You must market your leadership. You must tell the story of you, your team, and your accomplishments. If you don't, nobody will truly know what you do. In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Anu Shukla, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman at Botco.ai. We discussed how leaders need to market themselves to be heard, seen, and recognized. Anu has been recognized as one of the top B2B Marketers in the world. Buckle up and get your notepad ready for this episode! Podcast highlights: 0:24 - Anu's background - Anu explains her role at Botco.ai. 1:14 - The speed of marketing - How does this idea play into Botco.ai's automation? 7:18 - First leadership position - Anu got her start in leadership after graduating with an MBA in Ohio then immediately heading over to California. 11:49 - Navigating gray areas - How Anu learned skills that weren't a part of her background. 14:33 - Making yourself available - Anu tells a story about when she went back to Ohio. 19:14 - Anu's startup advice - Anu shares the most impactful stories and advice for individuals who are early in their journey. 26:30 - Sharing your story and results - Anu shares advice for how leaders can share their stories without feeling like they're bragging. 30:24 - Anu's advice to herself - What advice would Anu give her younger self? Learn more about Botco.ai at https://botco.ai/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.B2BLeadersAcademy.com/ This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2bleadership #BusinessLeader

If you are a leader and you are the center of your team, you're doing it wrong. Many leaders think that this is the right place to be, after all I am the “leader” right? The simple answer is no. If it's your team, your ideas, your direction, it's a “you” show. In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Jerome Placido, Sr. Director of Engineering at Coursedog about how to take the emphasis off of you and put in on your team. When you get this strategy right, the whole team dynamic changes. Podcast highlights: 0:19 - Jerome's background - Jerome explains his role at Coursedog. 2:07 - First leadership position - Jerome wasn't looking for leadership when the opportunity presented itself. 3:55 - Shifting career gears - What was Jerome's experience like pivoting his focus towards being a manager? 6:14 - Navigating the shift - How did Jerome navigate the transition from an engineer to a people leader? 8:44 - Managing your former peers - What advice would Jerome give to individuals who have to evolve relationships with the peers they now manage? 12:28 - Building Team Awesome - How does Jerome make his work environment a team effort that isn't about him? 15:18 - Engineer culture - Jerome explains how typical engineers work and how to include them in company culture. 17:45 - Measuring ROI - How does Jerome quantify ROI for tasks that aren't necessarily quantified? 22:25 - Creating an efficient team - Jerome explains why an organization should never rely on a leader to function. 28:16 - Color coding your calendar - How can you keep yourself up to date with company updates without filling up your entire calendar? 31:49 - Jerome's advice to himself - What advice would Jerome give his younger self? Connect with Jerome Placido: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerome-placido/ Learn more about Coursedog at https://www.coursedog.com/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.30dayleadership.com/ This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2bleadership #BusinessLeader

If you have a surface-level relationship with your employees, you're going to get a low level of engagement. If you have a relationship built on top of a strong foundation of mutual respect and trust, you're going to get a drastically different level of engagement. The best part is that as a leader, it's your choice. Nobody is going to tell you what to do, you have to decide which type of relationship you want and ultimately which level of engagement you want from your team. In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Katie Pocklington, Director of Customer Success at Opal about this very important leadership topic and much, much, more. Podcast highlights: 0:22 - Katie's background - Katie explains her role at Opal. 2:33 - Marking processes - Is Opal designed for companies that need a templated process or a custom process? 5:06 - First leadership position - Katie got her start in leadership with Nike. 7:53 - The impact of a good manager - How did Katie's manager have such an important impact on her? 13:15 - Taking on responsibility - Katie explains a situation that pulled her out of her comfort zone. 16:14 - Different levels of responsibility - How does responsibility change when it comes from somebody who supports you? 22:08 - Taking maternity leave - What made Katie decide to part ways with a successful career? 27:46 - Taking a step back with Opal - Katie knew the transition to Opal would be hard, but what motivated her to try something new? 32:44 - Reigniting your passion - What advice would Katie give to people who are looking for a new way to challenge themselves? 37:30 - Katie's advice to herself - What advice would Katie give her younger self? Learn more about Opal at https://workwithopal.com/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: http://b2bleadersacademy.com/ This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy, you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2bleadership #BusinessLeader

Nils Vinje is a leadership coach and head coach of the B2B Leaders Academy, and he says that leading diverse teams effectively requires more than just leading the way you'd like to be led. In this episode, hear the top mistakes to avoid as an emerging leader and Nils' best advice for experienced leaders to stay up to date on inclusive leadership best practices. Diversity Beyond the Checkbox is brought to you by The Diversity Movement, hosted by Head of Content Jackie Ferguson and is a production of Earfluence.

Getting promoted to a Director level position in a B2B Business requires the element of building trust. But, it's not just about building trust with your team, or your direct manager… It's also about building trust cross-functionally. In this episode of the B2B Leadership podcast, Yaswanth Reddy, Senior Director of Customer Success at Bidgely, and best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje dig into the topic of building trust and much, much, more. Podcast highlights: 0:27 - Yaswanth's background - Yaswanth explains his role at Bidgely. 2:07 - Better end-user experiences - How can customers have better interactions with utility companies? 3:13 - First leadership position - Yaswanth comes from a consulting background. 5:26 - Establishing trust - Yaswanth explains how building trust helped him get promoted to a director position. 9:23 - Defining cross-functional trust - How does this differ from regular trust and what are the best practices? 12:20 - The superpower of asking "why?" - Yaswanth explains what asking "why?" means to him. 16:41 - Defining outcomes - What does it take to define an outcome before jumping into doing the work? 23:15 - A career transition - Yaswanth explains his progression into his director role and why he had to take a step back into an IC role to get there. 31:03 - Yaswanth's advice to himself - What advice would Yaswanth give his younger self? Connect with Yaswanth Reddy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaswanthreddy/ Learn more about Bidgely at https://www.bidgely.com/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://b2bleadersacademy.com/ This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be. #Leadership #B2bleadership #BusinessLeader

Good leadership is not simply about having the ability to take charge or make decisions. Nils Vinje, Leadership Coach, Founder, B2B Leaders Academy has been working with leaders from different organizations. He frames leadership as the ability to be able to empower others and create an environment where their abilities can blossom into something greater than themselves. In this [Un]churned conversation, with Josh Schachter, Nils throws light on topics likeGaining the belief to market yourself confidentlyDifference between therapy & coaching, consulting The coaching style of leadership, identifying a good coachLeading with curiosity Captivating the audienceAbility to market leadership as a CS leader“You have to market your leadership. No matter the level you belong to, just doing the work as a leader, is not going to be enough. " - Nils VinjeGet tips and insights from top leaders of the Customer Relationship world in your inbox each week. Subscribe to the Unchurned weekly newsletter at www.update.ai/unchurnedAbout Nils VinjeAfter completing an MBA in Management and Organizational Behavior, Nils Vinje got into his first role in Customer Success as a Customer Success Manager. Nils' alignment and passion for Customer Success enabled him to rise quickly from CSM to Team Lead to Director and VP. During his rise, he established a track record of orchestrating record-breaking renewals and up-sells.  Get a copy of the 30 Day Leadership Playbook- https://www.b2bleadersacademy.com/bookThank you for tuning into the Unchurned podcast! If you enjoyed the episode, please subscribe to the show and leave us a fantastic rating & review. Josh would love to connect to hear your feedback & suggestions. Get in touch with him on Linkedin & Twitter. Follow UpdateAI for the latest news on the unchurned podcast on Linkedin & TwitterUpdateAI presents Unchurned

In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Tony Fisher, VP and Senior Director of Customer Success, and SaaS Director at Centercode. Podcast highlights: 0:25 - Tony's background - Tony explains his role at Centercode. 2:24 - Platform and process combination - Tony explains a concept not seen often in the CS world. 6:00 - First leadership position - Tony's leadership position was an organic growth into his role. 8:04 - Organic growth principles - What has helped Tony through the tough days of the journey? 12:10 - Wearing multiple hats - Tony elaborates on which roles he focuses on and how he prioritizes where to spend his time. 18:32 - The handoff process - How does Tony transition from IC to leader, both mentally and tactically? 24:06 - Unified core values - How does Tony foster an environment where his team is comfortable bringing new ideas to the table and pushing back on other ideas? 30:03 - Tony's advice to himself - What advice would Tony give his younger self? Connect with Tony Fisher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyfisher42/ Learn more about Centercode at https://www.centercode.com/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.b2bleadersacademy.com/ This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be.

Nils Vinje's corporate leadership training program now makes a million dollars a year. Hear how he reached his latest milestone in this interview.

In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach Nils Vinje speaks with Colleen Barraclough, Vice President of Operations - North American at DaXtra Technologies. Podcast highlights: 0:21 - Colleen's background - Colleen explains her role at DaXtra Technologies. 1:13 - VP of Operations - What does this title involve? 2:14 - First leadership position - DaXtra Technologies is Colleen's first leadership role. How did she land it? 4:27 - Nuggets of leadership advice - What experiences shaped Colleen's leadership beliefs? 6:02 - Talker by nature - Colleen shares advice for talkers who stand to benefit from listening. 8:33 - The question/answer balance - How does Colleen determine which questions to answer directly versus using the discovery process? 15:13 - First female executive at DaXtra - What has Colleen's experience been like? 18:18 - Speaking up as a female - How did Colleen get the courage to speak up when her voice felt minimized around male colleagues? 20:52 - The power of the VP title - How would Colleen describe her relationship with her colleagues today? 23:07 - DaXtra culture - What is at the core of the organization's beliefs? 24:40 - Colleen's advice to herself - What advice would Colleen give her younger self? Connect with Colleen Barraclough: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleenbarraclough/ Learn more about DaXtra Technologies at https://www.daxtra.com/ Learn more about your own leadership style at: https://www.b2bleadersacademy.com/ This episode is brought to you by the B2B Leaders Academy The cost of not consistently developing your leadership skills is enormous. At the B2B Leaders Academy you can gain access to monthly leadership training and live coaching. Being a great leader isn't hard, you just need a guide and the right set of tools. Head on over to b2bleadersacademy.com and become the leader you have always wanted to be.

Nils Vinje is the founder and CEO of 30DayLeadership.com. He is a respected leadership coach, consultant, speaker, and author. Nils' clients range from early-stage startups to Fortune 100 companies. His specialty is B2B leadership - specifically a leadership framework for highly effective organizations.   For the first 7 years of Nils' professional career, he bounced from job to job not knowing where he fit. He even became an apprentice for an artisan who made high-end custom furniture at one point. After being an apprentice, Nils returned to graduate school and earned an MBA in Management and Organizational Behavior. In this MBA program, Nils discovered his passion for management and leadership. In 2012, Nils became a certified coach and began working with clients and using the skills with his teams inside the companies he worked for. Each team Nils led became a high-performing team and earned him recognition and promotion. He accelerated from an individual contributor to a Vice President in 30 months! After partnering with hundreds of leaders across many industries, he learned one important fact - to become the leader you have always wanted to be, you need a playbook. As a result, Nils has authored the "30 Day Leadership Playbook" - a compilation of 20 years worth of leadership training. In this episode, he shares how we can build on a playbook and the 4 pillars of leadership to drive growth. Insights he shares include: Why invest in leadership development and the learning of soft skills of leadershipWhat is a leadership development programHow leadership development programs that build on soft skills of leadership benefits the entire organizationWhat elements are important in a leadership development programThe 4 pillars of leadershipWhat soft skills of leadership need to be developedHow to set up an effective leadership development programWhy be the CEO of your careerHow to set yourself up for success as a leaderand much much more ...

Today, we are joined by Nils Vinje, Leadership Coach and Founder, CEO of 30 Day Leadership. Nils helps us understand the importance of clear definitions of both the role of the CS team and CSMs specifically. Nils clarifies the important role the CS Leader plays in establishing the expectations for the team within the organizational needs and focus. You can find more about Nils here More about 30 Day Leadership --- Gain Grow Retain exists to connect people, knowledge, and ideas to advance the state of customer success.   We're on a mission to connect B2B SaaS customer success leaders so that we can learn from one another. Check out more at GainGrowRetain.com! Or follow our GGR LinkedIn page.   GGR was co-founded by Jeff Breunsbach and Jay Nathan - be sure to follow for customer success content.

Last time Nils Vinje was with us, he'd generated over $100,000 revenue in just nine months. That's become $330K since, and he's back to tell how.

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Nils Vinje about becoming the CEO of your career by applying ‘The 4 Proven Pillars of Leadership'. See the video here: https://youtu.be/88Zzn0miaWI. Nils Vinje (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nilsvinje/) is a 3X 'Top 25 Customer Success Influencer in the World'. Founder of 30DayLeadership.com and author of 30 Day Leadership Playbook. Nils has helped create internal transformation for hundreds of companies from early-stage startups to Fortune 100.  But he wasn't always the secret sauce that companies hire to experience massive growth. For the first 10 years of his professional career, he bounced from job to job not knowing where he fit.  After being frustrated, Nils invested in himself by getting an MBA in Management and Organizational Behavior. In 2012, Nils became a certified leadership coach and began working with clients to put his newly found wisdom to the test.  The results were astounding. Every team Nils led witnessed a drastic change and he earned a reputation for extracting the born leaders in every organization.   He's on a mission to reveal the tremendously untapped leadership in companies and create a ripple effect of transformational change.  Because behind every successful company is a team of powerful passionate leaders.  Please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts! Please consider supporting the HCI Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69688020. Check out the Human Capital Innovations (HCI) Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work! https://hciacademy.talentlms.com/. Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/alchemizing-human-capital-6884351526333227008/. Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership, here: https://www.innovativehumancapital.com/bluerthanindigo. Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership, here: https://www.innovativehumancapital.com/leadershipalchemy. Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine, here: https://www.innovativehumancapital.com/hci-magazine. Ranked #6 Performance Management Podcast: https://blog.feedspot.com/performance_management_podcasts/ Ranked #6 Workplace Podcast: https://blog.feedspot.com/workplace_podcasts/ Ranked #7 HR Podcast: https://blog.feedspot.com/hr_podcasts/ Ranked #12 Talent Management Podcast: https://blog.feedspot.com/talent_management_podcasts/ Ranked in the Top 20 Personal Development and Self-Improvement Podcasts: https://blog.feedspot.com/personal_development_podcasts/ Ranked in the Top 30 Leadership Podcasts: https://blog.feedspot.com/leadership_podcasts/