Podcasts about strategic conversations

In this episode of Durable Value, Joe and Ryan weigh in on the essential role of investment committees in making sound investment decisions. They discuss how investment committees serve as a system of checks and balances, ensuring alignment with overall objectives and providing a platform for objective critique and strategic approval. The conversation covers various topics, including the structure of their investment committee, the importance of experience, the dynamic nature of investment committees, and real-life scenarios illustrating their decision-making process. 00:00 Introduction 00:03 Role and Importance of Investment Committees 00:10 Functioning of Our Investment Committee 01:48 Team Experience and Responsibilities 03:04 Investment Committee Memo and Data Points 04:48 Dynamic Nature of Investment Committees 06:46 Pre-Flight Process and Strategic Conversations 09:00 Case Study: Evolving Deals 12:02 Final Thoughts

In this episode of The Innovation Show, host Aidan McCullen welcomes back esteemed guest Gary Hamel, celebrated business strategist and co-author of the revolutionary article on core competencies. They dive deep into the concept of competence-based competition, discussing the origins, importance, and modern applications of core competencies. Gary shares insights from his extensive work alongside CK Prahalad and reflects on how their ideas shaped corporate strategy. Using historical and contemporary examples, including Tesla and HAIER, they explore how focusing on deep skills can lead to enduring competitive advantages. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in innovation, strategy, and the future of business in a rapidly evolving world.   00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:23 The Concept of Competence-Based Competition 01:24 Historical Context and Development 02:26 Core Competence and Strategic Implications 05:03 Challenges and Misinterpretations 13:37 Modern Examples and Applications 28:23 Strategic Conversations and Future Focus 35:12 The Danger of Viewing Companies as Product Sets 35:33 Intel vs. TSMC: A Strategic Misstep 37:56 Bounded Innovation and Core Competencies 38:49 Uber's Broader Vision Beyond Ride-Hailing 42:23 Amazon's Evolution from Online Retailer to Logistics Giant 43:21 US Car Makers' Myopia and Missed Opportunities 44:24 Historical Examples: Honda and Sony 47:01 Tesla: An Energy Company, Not Just a Car Maker 48:08 Microsoft's Myopic View and Missed Opportunities 56:00 The Importance of Organizational Flexibility 01:02:26 Encouraging Internal Innovation 01:08:42 Conclusion and Next Steps

Host Landon Miles discusses the critical challenge of effectively collaborating with executive leadership teams in IT. He emphasizes the importance of understanding executive perspectives, communicating IT needs in business terms, and presenting well-thought-out options. The episode provides a checklist for IT professionals to engage executives successfully, highlighting the need for clear communication, metrics, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

Follow the show:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Everywhere else If you've been curious about how to approach your employer for sponsorship or wondering how to advocate for yourself, this week's episode is for you. I'm breaking down 3 essential tips to help you confidently ask for support and pay for your coaching - even if your company doesn't usually cover this kind of expense. Trust me, this is going to be a game-changer, both for you and your company. You won't want to miss this one! Topics in this episode:How to ask your company to pay for coaching. Believing in the value of coaching. Highlighting company benefits. Using stats to support your case for company investment. Empowering women to invest in work-life balance. Show Notes & References:Click here for more information on the Ambitious & Balanced group coaching coming this fall! https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced Book your FREE 30 minute Ambitious and Balanced Connection Call: https://shorturl.at/bKS4b You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg Learn more about coaching with me by clicking here: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/aligning-motherhood-program Enjoying the podcast? Make sure you don't miss a single episode! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or where ever you listen to podcasts. Leave a rating and review in Apple Podcasts or Podchaser.

In this episode of "Leveraging Leadership," Phil Burns talks about the crucial role of the Chief of Staff and the risks of not defining it properly. He and Emily discuss the differences between an Executive Assistant and a Chief of Staff, emphasizing strategic thinking and rebranding for those transitioning roles. Phil also shares about the Chief of Staff Roundtable, a community providing resources, peer learning, and discussions on key topics like executing business rhythms and solving big problems.Links Mentioned:Chief of Staff Roundtable WebsiteConnect with Phil Burns on LinkedInClarity Call with EmilyFree Resources:Strategic Planning Checklist Chief of Staff Skills Assessment ChecklistA Day in the Life of a Chief of StaffChief of Staff ToolkitGet in touch with Emily:Connect on LinkedInFollow on YouTubeLearn more about coaching Sign up for the newsletterClarity Call with Emily Who Am I?If we haven't yet before - Hi

In this episode, host Jeremy Hitchcock sits down with RDML Mark Haigis, a seasoned Navy Reserve Rear Admiral and veteran of the defense industry, to explore his unique journey across military and civilian roles. Mark shares his experience growing up as a Navy brat, his education at the United States Merchant Marine Academy, and his active duty service, including his transition into the Navy Reserve and his leadership roles within the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC).Mark offers an in-depth look at how his dual roles in the Navy and at BAE Systems have given him a unique perspective on the intersection of defense, technology, and innovation. He discusses the evolving strategic landscape, the importance of readiness in a rapidly changing global environment, and the cultural shifts necessary to prepare for future conflicts. Additionally, Mark delves into the role of technology in both the military and private sectors, highlighting the increasing importance of unmanned systems and artificial intelligence.Join us as Mark provides valuable insights into leadership, change management, and the critical role of the Navy in safeguarding national and global security. Whether you're interested in military strategy, defense industry innovation, or leadership development, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge from a leader who has navigated both worlds with distinction. 

Welcome to The KYLO Show with your hosts Danny Silk and Brittney Serpell! This week we answer your questions and tackle an important topic: how to create a game plan for a confrontation conversation! This week's episode is sponsored by Pro- Life Coffee Roasters. Get 15% off by going to www.prolifecoffeeroasters.com/KYLO Make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or the Loving on Purpose Youtube channel to make sure you never miss an episode!

Unlock the transformative power of dialogue in tech and avoid the rabbit hole of unnecessary complexity with insights from Douglas Squirrel. On our latest Scaling with People podcast episode, we're joined by the tech conversationalist extraordinaire for a masterclass on steering your engineering teams toward success. With Squirrel's quarter-century of wisdom, we traverse the terrain of tech pitfalls, shining a light on how founders can employ effective communication to align complex technology with true customer needs. His strategies are not just theories—they're practical tools for any founder looking to scale up without losing sight of what their customers really want.Ever wondered how to elegantly slice massive projects into success stories? Listen in as we introduce the 'elephant carpaccio' strategy—a game-changer for dealing with intimidating endeavors in tech and beyond. We discuss how this method brings products and customer needs into harmony, starting with minimal viable features and expanding through direct feedback. This episode isn't just about improving products; it's an education on choosing the right customers who are open to evolution and growth, fueling both customer satisfaction and your competitive edge. This podcast isn't just about the tech; it's about the people behind it. We delve into the sensitive topic of managing underperformers during critical growth spurts, offering actionable strategies for startups to foster skill development and set clear expectations. Discover the importance of hiring individuals aligned with the startup mindset and the art of 'back briefing' to keep projects on track and teams in sync. Douglas Squirrel brings his trademark insights to bear on these challenges, and by the end of our conversation, you'll be equipped with a toolkit for ensuring your startup thrives with the right tech and talent. Join us for this enlightening discussion that's as much about human conversations as it is about technological innovation.

On this episode, our host, Mary Vandenack, CEO, Founder, and Managing Partner at Vandenack Weaver LLC, and her guest, Mitchell Hockenbury, a multifaceted individual, with roles as an accomplished author, motivational speaker, financial planner, and former military professional, focus their discussion on his book “Tactical Influence, How I Countered an Insurgency with Words.” Mitchell shares insights into the principles outlined in his book and sheds light on how these tactics can be applied to achieve positive outcomes for attorneys and their clients. Join us as we uncover the secrets behind Mitchell Hockenbury's journey, offering a unique perspective that transcends military strategy and finds practical applications in the legal field.This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  This is a deeply reflective episode where I consider my 53 years on this planet and share some non-obvious introspective questions that will help you to look at where you are, where you came from and where you want to go next. As well as contemplating what the book of your life would be titled! I also get into the importance of addressing long-term strategic questions and not just focusing on urgent priorities. That's my mission as a leader - to help others navigate both the present and the future. I have an upcoming event around strategic conversations where I encourage leaders to ask those challenging questions and find solutions. Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/future-leadership-reflections Key Moments  Luminaries App and Copyright Concerns [00:01:14]   AI Avatars and the Future of Service Professionals  [00:04:48]   The tactical overrides the strategic and leadership priorities [00:10:27]   Asking challenging questions for personal reflection [00:11:40]   Identity and aspirations for the future [00:12:41]   Strategic Conversations for the Future [00:21:27] Upcoming webinar or in-person option about discussing big picture topics and generating desired outcomes. Find out more

It's that time of year again! Time to start thinking about your strategic plan for 2023. There are hundreds of experts out there touting their expertise in helping in the strategic planning development process. So, what is unique about what we present today in Episode #34 of Charged Up Studio? First and foremost, we focus our attention on the Small Business Owner. Secondly, the concept of Strategic Planning is the same across the globe. Fellow Strategist Michael Haynes, with Listen, Innovate, Grow joins host Danna Olivo with MarketAtomy LLC to discuss the challenges, lessons learned and solutions encountered over more than 15 years in the industry working with small and micro business owners. This podcast is a must-listen for any small business owner who wants to get a leg up on their competition and start planning for a successful 2023! Michael's focus and passion are empowering CEOs of Small and Medium-sized service-based companies to acquire larger business (B2B) clients and achieve the growth they seek through a combination of strategic marketing, BUSINESS innovation, and sales. His book, Listen, Innovate, Grow: A Guidebook for Start-Ups and SMEs to Acquire and Grow Business (B2B) Customers is available now. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhhaynes Website: https://listeninnovategrow.com/ November B2B Growth Planning Workshop: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/driving-sme-growth-thru-b2b-tickets-438806230247 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff sits down with the legendary Bob London to discuss Strategic Conversations. Bob has over 2600 customer conversations analyzed among sales and CS, and has put together a framework for talking to customers called the Five Customer Love languages. Jeff and Bob dive deep into the 5 love languages and talk about how to use the framework to get your customers to open up about what's important to them. We discuss how these interact with customer calls, 45 minute zombie QBR's, and also how to overcome imposter syndrome. Additional topics include: working with Covid, schadenfreude as a Red Sox fan, getting fired and finding your own path. You can find more about Bob here - https://www.strategiccustomerconvos.com/

Board members often resist change. By creating a proper Road Map, combined with some Quick Team Building, nonprofit coaching expert, RoseSnyderConsulting.com, shares how  Strategic thinking results can be amazing and fast!Watch this episode on video: https://vimeo.com/723475141This is a recent episode of The Nonprofit Show --the Nation's daily live streaming broadcast where the Nonprofit and Social Impact Community comes together. Each weekday the hosts and their guest experts cover current topics-- from money to management to missions. Thanks to our generous nonprofit sector supporters you will find over 300 special learning episodes focused exclusively on nonprofits and social impact. Nonprofit Technology and Apps topics: https://bit.ly/Nonprofit-Technology Nonprofit Fundraising and Development topics: https://bit.ly/Nonprofit-Fundraising Nonprofit Marketing and Communications topics: https://bit.ly/Nonprofit-Marketing-and-Comms Nonprofit Boards and Planning topics: https://bit.ly/Nonprofit-Boards Nonprofit Management and Staffing topics: https://bit.ly/Nonprofit-Management Connect to The Nonprofit Show: https://bit.ly/The-Nonprofit-Show Listen to us on your favorite podcast channel: https://bit.ly/NonprofitShow-Podcasts  The American Nonprofit Academy  https://bit.ly/AmericanNonprofitAcademy  provides our Nation's nonprofit social impact community collective News, Inspirations, and Training.If you lead or work for a registered nonprofit 501(c)(3), social impact or service organization, or are thinking of starting a nonprofit--, The Nonprofit Show is an excellent resource of current nonprofit information and operating strategies to make your social impact amazing. Each weekday there are new guest experts and thought leaders on the fast-paced 30-minute LIVE show—with topics ranging across nonprofit boards, foundations, grant funding, volunteer managers, donor relations, fundraising experts, NPO marketing, grant writers, philanthropy donors, nonprofit legal and tax professionals, CFRE info, nonprofit software and nonprofit apps providers, Nonprofit CRM programs, charity tax expertise, virtual galas, charity auctions, online nonprofit charity event programs, social impact strategic planning, fundraising and fund development, fiscal sponsorships, capital campaigns, community impact analysis, donation management, nonprofit jobs, nonprofit HR, nonprofit classes and training, global NGO organizations, as well as nonprofit sector Thought Leaders.#fundraising #nonprofit #socialimpact 

Get the Book, Stop Leading, Start Building!: Turn Your School into a Success Story with the People and Resources You Already Have Follow Robyn on Twitter @Robyn_Mindsteps Visit Robyn's Website, Mindstepsinc.com About the Authors Robyn Jackson, PhD., is the founder of Mindsteps and the host of School Leadership Re-Imagined, the podcast for school administrators, instructional coaches, and teacher leaders. She's the award-winning author of 11 books including the best selling The Instructional Leader's Guide to Strategic Conversations with Teachers and Never Underestimate Your Teachers, which was chosen as an ASCD Member Book.

Joanie has a conversation with Angelo Ponzi, a marketing architect at The Ponzi Group. Angelo has more than 25 years of marketing experience in and outside of companies in industries ranging from semiconductors to financial to restaurants to beverage to ice cream. As a fractional Chief Marketing Officer (and marketing nerd!) he helps define market … Continue reading Angelo Ponzi: Strategic Conversations About Marketing →

In this episode, Lisa Kay Solomon from Stanford University’s Institute for Design, explains her role as a futurist, shares why developing a futurist mentality is critical for heads and trustees to support their school communities, and how independent school boards can design and engage in strategic conversations. Lisa is a well-known thought leader in design innovation with a focus on helping leaders learn how to be more creative, flexible and resilient in the face of constant change. Lisa is the founding Chair of Transformational Practices and Leadership at Singularity University. She coauthored the Wall Street Journal bestseller, Moments of Impact: How to Design Strategic Conversations that Accelerate Change, and more recently, Design a Better Business: New Tools, Skills and Mindset for Strategy and Innovation. Lisa is a frequent keynote speaker on innovation, design thinking and leadership at global conferences and business schools. A passionate educator, Lisa is a “Designer in Residence” at Stanford University’s Institute for Design and has taught at the revolutionary Design MBA program at California College of the Arts.

Now is not the time to stay silent but speaking up is HARD. Especially when we disagree with those we love. This week we talk about having those conversations strategically. Join us to learn more...

On this third episode of the Walks With a Young Professional Podcast, Brandon discusses a rule of thumb for effectively framing strategic conversations to drive the desired result.

Robyn Jackson is a former high school teacher and middle school administrator. She is the founder and president of Mindsteps Inc., a professional development firm for teachers and administrators that provides workshops and materials designed to help any teacher reach every student.  Jackson is the author of Never Work Harder Than Your Students and Other Principles of Great Teaching, The Differentiation Workbook, and The Instructional Leader’s Guide to Strategic Conversations with Teachers, as well as the how-to guides in the Mastering the Principles of Great Teaching series.   Show Highlights Learn Robyn’s practice on how to take the first steps towards your true calling  Ensure you have the right “why” so you're driven by the right intentions  When your brain is fresh, your brain tells you the truth  Create a bold vision with 100% impact  How to write a vision and mission to fit you and your district  Reimagine traditional school leadership. Go from being a boss to a leader using Robyn’s Builders lab Why you need to find your zone of genius and operate on the edges “One of the reasons I love this concept of being a Ruckus Maker, it's I think more of us should be making a ruckus. Education is in trouble. More of us should be making a ruckus about how we're teaching students, how we are running schools, how we're building schools, but instead we're just kind of blindly following a path and a model that no longer serves us.” -Robyn   Full Transcript 249:Robyn Jackson Transcript   GUEST’S NAME Resources & Contact Info: Mindsteps Inc.: Home Builders Lab Office  1 888-565-8881   The Artist's Way Morning Pages School Leadership Reimagined on Apple Podcasts Robyn's books: https://amzn.to/2WGkAJ3 (@Robyn_Mindsteps) | Twitter LinkedIn   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a "Fitbit for teachers" that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   Copyright © 2020 Twelve Practices LLC

Imagine how your life would change if you had a clear and consistent approach to having conversations that would strengthen relationships, resolve conflict, and expand future possibilities? Conversation expert Dr. Cheri Torres and I cover those topics and more in this episode. We also talk about the key principles in her book, Conversations Worth Having, and the philosophy and practice of appreciative inquiry.  If you are a leader, coach, or consultant, or someone curious about shifting any local or national conversation, I highly recommend this episode, as I was immediately able to apply what I learned to my coaching work with leaders. Show Highlights: Dr. Cheri Torres explains “appreciative inquiry” [2:22 ] and “generative questions” [3:54] The nuances of creating a positive frame for a conversation [5:33] Dr. Cheri Torres provides examples of “generative questions” [7:53] How these practices may manifest during under-performing employee reviews [9:12] How to run effective meetings [16:40] Workshops: “Conversations Worth Having” and “Strategic Conversations” [20:19] What the “appreciative conversation” with yourself might sound like [22:16] Identifying and addressing fear and other emotions upfront in conversations  [24:00] Broadening conversations with your neighbor to create positive change [27:51]   Resources:   Book - Conversations Worth Having by Jackie Stavros and Cheri Torres   Have effective conversations, EVEN with your kids! FREE Conversation Toolkit can be downloaded here: https://www.conversationsworthhaving.today   Article - “Business As An Agent for World Benefit” https://www.huffpost.com/entry/business-as-an-agent-of-w_b_2091045   https://www.rhinomind.com   Follow Todd on Twitter: @rhinomind

This is part two of a five-part podcast series on leading Strategic Conversations so you can improve your results and relationships at work. Check out the first episode here. In this episode, I explain what's at the root of all behavior. When you understand what drives people's behavior and what drives your behavior, it is so powerful, because now you know how to influence yourself and others. What drives your actions? What drives the behavior of your negotiation counterpart? You'll learn: 1. What emotion is and the role it plays in driving our behavior 2. The difference between neutral circumstances and thoughts, and how we become biased 3. The thinking that generated $50K then $100K in income for me If you enjoyed this and would like to learn more about my six-week coaching program, please apply here to set up a quick consult over Zoom.

I coach smart women to get promoted and better paid without throwing anyone under the bus, manipulating people, or burning themselves out. How? I teach simple but powerful concepts that help my clients engage in strategic conversations with a mindset of self-confidence and authentic power. Over five podcast episodes, I'll be teaching each of these five simple but powerful concepts that you can immediately implement into your life and career so you can get bolder, braver, and better paid. This episode is about the first and most important concept: Planning with Future Focus. Three questions I ask my clients to help them with Future Focus is: 1. WHO are you in the process of becoming? 2. WHAT results do you want in the future? 3. HOW can you be your Future Self now? If you enjoyed this and would like to learn more about my six-week coaching program, please email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com to set up a quick consult over Zoom.

Gameweek 30's episode of the Fantasy Weekly podcast sees us look ahead to the penultimate week before the first big blank gameweek. We reflect on Gameweek 29's fixtures, including penalty misses, closely fought derbies and Mark's misplaced faith in Paul Pogba. Also, James quizzes Mark on his clean sheet knowledge, we take a helicopter view of FPL tactics going into the business end of the season, and we use the bookies odds for Gameweek 30 to look ahead to the weekend. All of this and more on this episode of the Fantasy Weekly podcast.

Interview Notes, Resources, & LinksGet the book, Never Work Harder Than Your Students & Other Principles of Great Teaching (2nd Edition)Follow Robyn on Twitter @Robyn_MindstepsVisit the Mindsteps webisteListen to the School Leadership Reimagined podcastAbout Robyn Jackson PhDRobyn Jackson, PhD., is the founder of Mindsteps and the host of School Leadership Re-Imagined, the podcast for school administrators, instructional coaches, and teacher leaders. She's the award-winning author of 10 books including the best selling The Instructional Leader’s Guide to Strategic Conversations with Teachers and Never Underestimate Your Teachers, which was chosen as an ASCD Member Book. 

In today's episode, John Di Lemme Says Strategic Conversations Moving Forward at 1MPH Are Deadly to Fear! Do not be afraid of your goals, go after them!   Subscribe to John Di Lemme's Motivation Plus Marketing Podcast to receive daily teachings on success, motivation, and marketing.   To Discover More about John Di Lemme and How He is Changing Lives Worldwide, Call or Text (561) 847 - 3467 or Email Team@GiantGoals.com to Speak with One of John Di Lemme's Elite Team Members.

Interview Notes, Resources, & LinksGet the book, Never Underestimate Your Teachers: Instructional Leadership for Excellence in Every ClassroomFollow Robyn on Twitter @Robyn_MindstepsVisit the Mindsteps webisteListen to the School Leadership Reimagined podcastAbout Robyn Jackson, PhDRobyn Jackson, PhD., is the founder of Mindsteps and the host of School Leadership Re-Imagined, the podcast for school administrators, instructional coaches, and teacher leaders. She's the award-winning author of 10 books including the best selling The Instructional Leader’s Guide to Strategic Conversations with Teachers and Never Underestimate Your Teachers, which was chosen as an ASCD Member Book. 

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome ASCD author http://twitter.com/Robyn_Mindsteps (Robyn Jackson) on the program to discuss her new book: Never Underestimate Your Teachers: Instructional Leadership for Excellence in Every Classroomhttps://www.teachercast.net/product/1416615288/US/teach00-20/?cart=y (). In this episode, we discuss: How she came to the profession Her experiences seeing teachers be underestimated in their jobs and the impact of that on their craft Any teacher can become a master teacherFeedback mistakes leaders can make How to give effective feedback If being a master teacher is instinctive … can you teach instinct? Tools for finding the strengths in teachers How can we help other teachers become master teachers?During the school year? During our pre-service years? After we have become a veteran teacher What strategies can be used for teacher motivation if you are not in a leadership position? Advice for educators when seeking a leadership path for themselves Follow our PodcastThe TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) Follow our HostJeff Bradbury | http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury (@JeffBradbury) About our Guesthttp://twitter.com/Robyn_Mindsteps ()Robyn Jackson is a former high school teacher and middle school administrator. She is the founder and president of Mindsteps Inc., a professional development firm for teachers and administrators that provides workshops and materials designed to help any teacher reach every student. Jackson is the author of Never Work Harder Than Your Students and Other Principles of Great Teaching, The Differentiation Workbook, and The Instructional Leader's Guide to Strategic Conversations with Teachers, as well as the how-to guides in the Mastering the Principles of Great Teaching series. Follow Robyn on Twitter http://twitter.com/Robyn_Mindsteps (@Robyn_Mindsteps) Subscribe to Robyn's Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/school-leadership-reimagined/id1355191009?mt=2 (School Leadership Reimagined!) Explore these ResourcesIn this episode, we mentioned the following resources: http://www.ascd.org/Publications/Books/Overview/Never-Underestimate-Your-Teachers.aspx (Never Underestimate Your Teachers: Instructional Leadership for Excellence in Every Classroom) http://www.ascd.org/publications/books/110028/chapters/Introduction.-Any-Teacher%C2%A2.aspx (Read the Introduction) http://www.ascd.org (ASCD) Join our PLNAre you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/educational-podcasting-today/id972444781?mt=2 (commenting on iTunes) today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. Please Support our Sponsorhttp://www.teachercast.net/principalcenter ()Let's Work TogetherHost: Jeff Bradbury http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) | http://twitter.com/jeffbradbury (@JeffBradbury) Email: info@teachercast.net Voice Mail: http://www.teachercast.net/voicemail (http://www.TeacherCast.net/voicemail) YouTube: http://www.teachercast.net/YouTube (http://www.TeacherCast.net/YouTube) iTunes: http://www.teachercast.net/iTunes (http://www.TeacherCast.net/iTunes) Check Out More TeacherCast ProgrammingTeacherCast Podcast (http://www.teachercast.net/tcp (http://www.teachercast.net/tcp)) Educational Podcasting Today (http://www.educationalpodcasting.today/ (http://www.educationalpodcasting.today)) The https://www.teachercast.net/tep (TechEducator Podcast) (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com/ (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com)) Ask The Tech Coach (http://www.askthetechcoach.com/ (http://www.AskTheTechCoach.com)) View LIVE Professional Development from TeacherCastJoin us LIVE every Tuesday at [8:00] PM EST: http://www.teachercast.tv/ (http://www.TeacherCast.tv) Need a Presenter?Jeff Bradbury http://www.teachercast.net/twitter ((@TeacherCast)) is available as a...

Strategic Conversations is about having specific conversations with specific students in your ministry. Often, students get overlooked by leadership. The students that are the most vocal & outgoing tend to get the most face time with leaders. Quieter students that are more introverted (or maybe just new) will get less face time with leaders. This can cause a greater separation in the relationship between you and your students.

Have you ever wished there were some magic words you could say to help teachers instantly take more ownership and accountability? Well, I’m sorry to tell you, there isn’t. But, there is something ALMOST as good. Today, we’re talking about 4 Strategic Conversations you can have with teachers to help them be more accountable. You’ll learn how to conduct all four and plus you can download a really cool freebie this week that will show you when you should use each type of conversation depending on your situation at www.schoolleadershipreimagined.com/episode3.

A recent Harvard Business Review piece by Martin Reeves and Simon Levin laid out the case. It’s titled “The Biology of Corporate Survival.” Numbers explain why it matters: After reviewing the histories of more than 30,000 U.S. public firms over 50 years, the authors found that “Businesses are disappearing faster than ever before.”

Leaders face an onslaught of new challenges that demand increasingly innovative solutions. Yet their approaches to finding them often get stuck in either blue-sky brainstorming or bottom-line decision making. Instead, leaders need a path that blends these two approaches -- a middle road that engages not only the minds of their teams, but also their hearts. To address these challenges, Lisa Kay Solomon co-authored the book, Moments of Impact: How to Design Strategic Conversations that Accelerate Change. Lisa is an innovation, leadership, and design expert and Principal Faculty and Managing Director of Transformational Practices at Singularity University. Her writing has been featured in BusinessWeek, the Wall Street Journal, and Forbes. In this interview, we talk about: Why we need to bring the human side -- our hearts and minds -- to strategic conversations How designing strategic conversations is an important leadership skill How strategic conversations differ from brainstorming and decision making Why strategic conversations are about more than getting the right answer Why these kinds of conversations are about the future of our organizations, of challenging the status quo, and of multiple perspectives, whether that involves new products and services, entry into new geographic regions, new business models, or new ways of staffing How strategic conversations can help us build understanding and help us see what success looks like The power of staying in the exploration space, staying expansive in our thinking Why these conversations are about mindsets, emotions, new ways of thinking, and new possibilities versus logic, right over wrong, or defending particular points of view Why strategic conversations require leaders to develop greater self-awareness and an understanding of their biases Why strategy is emotional How our education and schooling tees us up to think of strategic planning as all about the correct, numeric answer The important role design thinking, empathy, and supposed soft skills play in strategic conversations Why designing strategic conversations is a craft, not a crapshoot The importance of engaging multiple perspectives rather than just identifying participants -- paying attention to diverse ages, people outside the organization, visualizations, etc Why we should prepare participants before bringing them together, so that we set them up for success How background readings, information on who else will be in the room, meeting goals, etc, can help participants do their best work Why we want to design backwards when bringing people together for strategic conversations The importance of asking what participants will be thinking or saying to friends before, during, and after strategic planning meetings Why framing the issue of the strategic conversation is so important and so challenging How framing the issue is like providing the picture on the puzzle box because it is about setting the parameters How we can reframe discussions of market competitors by asking who is delivering value in new ways to our customers Why a school considering adding a high school asked should we do it versus can we do it Why leaders need to get comfortable bringing emotion into the room How setting the agenda is about making it an experience, getting people invested, and engaging emotionally, rather than just about getting things done Why we should value discussing our fears, what we care about, and what makes us nervous about the issues we are discussing Addressing the yeah but of long-term vs short-term thinking and planning Being able to speak to the reality of organizational politics and turf wars Having empathy for knowing how to engage with one another in these ways -- with visualizations, storytelling, conversations, and new ways of thinking Recognizing that strategic thinking can be learned and that it is a set of skills we are not taught and that probably did n...

Next month, eastern business officers and university representatives decend on Philadelphia for EACUBO’s 2015 Annual Meeting. Howard Teibel will be there, this year joining incoming EACUBO chair Lynne Schaefer hosting a conversation on Facilitating Strategic Conversations. How do you engage your team to take on complex projects? How do you rally around objectives that are handed down to you? How do you adjust your course when you realize your group is mired in old thinking? This week on the show, Lynne joins us for a conversation on all this and more as we gear up for another terrific conference. The EACUBO 2015 Annual Meeting takes place October 11-14, 2015 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. For more information, visit EACUBO.org.

In today’s podcast, Rebecca examines in depth the first of three executive actions critical to preparation for major market shifts.