Podcasts about team culture

Coach Danny Zarzutzki, Head Cross Country Coach at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW), joins Airey Bros Radio to discuss building an NCAA Division II cross country program from the ground up, recruiting student-athletes, developing championship culture, and why GSW is one of the best values in Division II athletics.Coach Zarzutzki shares his unique coaching journey, transitioning from basketball to cross country, growing a new program, recruiting high school runners, creating an unforgettable student-athlete experience, and helping athletes succeed in the classroom, on the course, and in the community.Whether you're a high school runner, cross country coach, parent, recruiter, or student-athlete exploring NCAA Division II opportunities, this episode provides valuable insight into college recruiting, scholarships, academics, and what it takes to build a successful collegiate cross country program.Topics CoveredGeorgia Southwestern State University Cross CountryNCAA Division II Cross Country RecruitingCollege Running Recruiting TipsBuilding a Cross Country ProgramStudent-Athlete DevelopmentNCAA Transfer PortalTeam Culture & LeadershipScholarships & Financial AidHope ScholarshipCommunity EngagementAcademic SuccessNursing & Business ProgramsCoaching PhilosophyCross Country TrainingRecruiting High School Runners

What if the very thing that made you a great lawyer is the thing preventing you from building a great firm? On this special mashup episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Michael Mogill sits down with Justin Chopin of Chopin Law Firm, Alex Limontes of Hurst Limontes LLC, Lawrence LeBrocq of Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq, and Charlyn Ho of Rikka Law Group. Together, they share how they stopped trading time for dollars and built scalable, multimillion-dollar firms on their own terms. From ego checks and data-driven marketing to AI adoption and community-first branding, these law firm owners reveal the mindset shifts and systems that set them apart. Here's what you'll learn: Why removing yourself from day-to-day operations is the fastest path to firm growth How data-driven marketing and strategic community activation outperform gut-feeling ad spend What proactive AI adoption looks like (and why firms that ignore it risk extinction) (00:00:00) Introduction (00:02:44) Justin Chopin: Betting on Yourself and Building a Firm from Scratch (00:09:38) Growing Through Leadership, Hiring, and Team Culture (00:18:45) Leading Through Crisis and Investing in Your People (00:29:42) Alex Lamontes: Building a Mission-Driven Brand (00:42:10) Scaling with Data, Partnerships, and Community Impact (00:56:31) Lawrence LeBrock: From Trial Lawyer to CEO (01:07:35) Creating a High-Performance Culture Through Accountability (01:13:26) Embracing AI and Leading Organizational Change (01:20:36) Charlyn Ho: Building an AI-First Law Firm (01:35:26) The Future of Legal Innovation and Entrepreneurship (01:45:44) Final Thoughts and Takeaways ---- Links & Resources: Justin Chopin, Chopin Law Firm Alex Limontes, Hurst Limontes LLC Lawrence LeBrocq, Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq Charlyn Ho, Rikka Law Group ---- Learn what sustainable growth can look like for your firm at crispcoach.com. ---- Do you love this podcast and want to see more game changing content? Subscribe to our YouTube channel. ---- Past guests on The Game Changing Attorney Podcast include David Goggins, John Morgan, Alex Hormozi, Randi McGinn, Kim Scott, Chris Voss, Kevin O'Leary, Laura Wasser, John Maxwell, Mark Lanier, Robert Greene, and many more. ---- If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like: 477. Mike Brown - The Nitty Gritty of AI 431. Rory Baden - Branding Secrets Your Firm Needs to Scale 451. Firm of the Year Winners - Growth Secrets From the Best of the Best

"In today's attention economy, high-impact leadership isn't about massive annual corporate initiatives; it's built through tiny, intentional interactions that lower stress and build genuine trust." Workplace wellbeing strategist, executive coach, and keynote speaker Ally Meyers joins host Josh Seldin to break down her signature approach to creating resilient, high-performing teams through her "Flourish at Work" methodology. Ally brings a rich background in positive psychology and executive coaching to show leaders how micro-habits—rather than sweeping, surface-level perks—are the real engine behind employee retention, focus, and long-term performance. Josh and Ally unpack five practical micro steps every manager can start implementing immediately to protect employee mental bandwidth and combat workplace burnout. They explore how to normalize flow state focus blocks, structure meeting buffers to prevent cognitive overload, and set healthy boundaries around after-hours communication. Additionally, Ally reveals the neuroscience behind starting meetings with "broaden-and-build" questions and explains how managers can bridge cross-generational communication gaps between Boomers and Gen Z. This episode serves as an actionable blueprint for any leader looking to build a connected, human-centered culture while protecting their team's sustainable productivity. Key Takeaways: ✅ Micro-Steps Over Sweeping Initiatives: Why small, daily managerial interactions create far more sustainable cultural support than once-a-year corporate perks. ✅ Protecting Flow State: How encouraging dedicated focus blocks helps employees achieve "effortless productivity" and deep fulfillment in an attention-scarce world. ✅ Meeting Palate Cleansers: Utilizing buffer times and shortened schedules to avoid back-to-back cognitive fatigue and preserve mental clarity. ✅ Clarifying After-Hours Boundaries: Establishing explicit off-hours communication protocols to avoid the trap of the "infinite workday." ✅ Broaden-and-Build Meetings: Leveraging positive emotion at the start of team check-ins to build psychological safety, deepen trust, and improve problem-solving. ✅ Navigating Generative Workstyles: Practical approaches for managing different generational communication habits and reframing flexibility across your team. Connect with Ally Meyers: LinkedIn: / ally-meyers Website: http://www.allymeyers.com/ Free Resource : Five Scripts for Uncomfortable Manager Conversations (Stress-Free Feedback) https://subscribefivetothrive.myflode... Broaden & Build Questions: https://subscribefivetothrive.myflode... Contact Josh: leadinquarters@gmail.com Follow Leadership in Quarters: @leadinquarters on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Artwork: Adam Powell Music by: bensound.com License code: UHFXJTJFDYJNHZRN Artist: : Benjamin Tissot #LeadershipInQuarters #AllyMeyers #WorkplaceWellbeing #EmployeeRetention #PositivePsychology #ResilientLeadership #CorporateCulture #ExecutiveCoaching #TimeManagement #JoshSeldin #FlourishAtWork

In this episode, we sit down with Joel from Heidi Build and Andrew “Hoppo” from Hoppo Construction for a no-script, no-agenda chat.It starts with what makes tradie creators actually work online: being approachable, having an opinion, and showing up as yourself. Joel breaks down why the polished, curated Instagram approach did nothing for him, then the one raw timber-quality rant that finally cut through.From there, we get into the stuff people don't always say out loud. The stigma that tradies aren't intelligent, why that stereotype still lingers, and the moment Joel's own brother hit him with the line: “I'm not one of your dumb tradie mates.” We talk about what that does to your confidence, especially when you come from a culture where university is seen as the only “good” path.It also turns into a proper Mindful Builder conversation about bullying, body image, and parenting. Hamish shares what it's like watching your kid go through it, and Joel talks about how he handles it at home by listening, asking questions, and helping his kids feel heard.We also cover the real side of “influencing” in the trades: DeWalt vs Makita, how brand partnerships actually work when they're not forced, why you shouldn't monetise too early, and what happens when you say yes to something that doesn't align.CHAPTER MARKERS00:00 Introduction00:18 What Makes Tradie Creators Work: Confidence and Being Approachable01:22 Why Curated Instagram Content Failed03:00 DeWalt vs Makita: How Tool Sponsorships Actually Work09:33 Feeling Valued: Why DeWalt Support Helped Them Lean Into Content11:22 Quick Tradie Eats and the Misconceptions About Tradespeople13:12 “Tradies Are Dumb”: The Stigma and Why It Still Exists24:10 Confidence, Bullying, and Being the Overweight Kid at School26:25 Parenting Through Bullying: Listening, Questions, and Helping Kids Feel Heard31:50 Team Culture and Leadership: Honesty, Vulnerability, and Check-Ins37:00 The “Wellness Survey” Debate: Corporate Systems vs Trade Reality45:27 Influencer Goals: Cars, GM, and Brand Partnerships That Fit Your IdentityOur Sponsors:Pro Clima - https://mindful-builder.captivate.fm/proclimaMEGT - https://mindful-builder.captivate.fm/megtConnect with Andrew - Hopkins Construction Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopkinsconstruction/?hl=enConnect with Andrew Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joel_heidibuild/?hl=enConnect with us on Instagram: @themindfulbuilderpodConnect with Hamish:Instagram: @sanctumhomesWebsite: www.yoursanctum.com.au/Connect with Matt: Instagram: @carlandconstructionsWebsite: www.carlandconstructions.com/Mentioned in this episode:Proclima Sponsor

Summary In this episode, Andy sits down with Gustavo Razzetti, culture consultant and author of Forward Talk. Gustavo makes a case that surprises a lot of leaders: fear is only part of why people stay quiet at work. The bigger driver is what he calls the pointlessness paradox, the belief that speaking up will not change anything. Andy and Gustavo talk about conversational debt and how it compounds over time, why silence is so often mistaken for alignment, and the subtle signs that a team is drifting into avoidance, blame, or groupthink. Gustavo unpacks the difference between backward talk and forward talk, offering practical ways to turn an objection into a question that opens possibilities. You'll also hear about conversational agency, why the second person who speaks up matters more than the first, and how the CPR approach of courage, perspective, and responsibility plays out under pressure. Along the way, Andy shares stories from Alfred Sloan at GM and Alan Mulally at Ford, and Gustavo shares a memorable one about his son and a crashed car. If you're looking for a more confident way to raise the issues your team keeps avoiding, this episode is for you! Sound Bites "However, fear only explains part of why people don't speak up. At some point, people feel nothing will change." "I like to say that agreement happens in the room, alignment happens after the meeting." "When you become the team leader, the number of people giving you feedback reduces, and when you become a senior executive, no one gives you feedback.  Or if they do, it's not honest." "But what you want is people to challenge your perspective, to show you what you're missing, to see the things you're not seeing or maybe you stop seeing." "The problem is when we put being accepted, being respected over the outcome." "So forward talk is when can we frame that objection into a question." "So you're not being difficult. You're being realistic, but trying to find a solution, and you're giving the other person options." "Most people don't regret the difficult conversations they had. What we regret are the ones that we never had." "There's research that shows that the person who speaks up first is not the most important person. The second person who reciprocates is actually the one that creates the change. That moment when two people are talking about the same issue, it gives permission to the other people to jump in and also participate." "Staying silent also backfires, not only because it hurts the company, but if you're seeing the problem and you're staying silent, you become part of the problem." "It's not the absence of conflict that makes us a good team. It's that we can do it and we can work through it." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:05 Start of Interview 02:17 Growing Up in a Family of Nine in Argentina 05:18 Learning New Ways Beyond Your Family Culture 06:16 Why Fear Is Not the Whole Story 09:06 Why Waiting for Perfect Psychological Safety Backfires 10:37 Explaining the Pointlessness Paradox 11:37 Mistaking Silence for Alignment 13:35 Alfred Sloan and the Value of Disagreement 15:32 Subtle Signs You Are Drifting Into Groupthink 17:58 Backward Talk vs. Forward Talk 19:43 The Way to the Sun Is Through the Storm 21:05 How Organizations Quietly Reward Avoidance 23:08 When Speaking Up Gets You Labeled 25:09 Alan Mulaly, Ford, and the Power of the Second Voice 27:39 Alignment Debt, Belonging Debt, and Collaboration Debt 29:11 Why Conversational Debt Compounds 30:05 Surrendering Conversational Agency 32:40 Complaining, and the CPR Approach 36:31 You Get What You Tolerate 37:42 Applying These Ideas at Home 40:06 Conflict Is Fuel When You Channel It 41:07 End of Interview 41:37 Andy Comments After the Interview 45:10 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Gustavo and his work at GustavoRazzetti.com. For more learning on this topic, check out: Episode 284 with Peter Boghossian. He wrote a book about how to have impossible conversations, and it's full of ideas Andy still uses almost every week. Episode 148 with Daniel Shapiro. Dan is the author of Negotiating the Nonnegotiable, an insightful guide to dealing with difficult conversations and influence situations. Episode 371 with Amanda Ripley. Her book High Conflict offers practical guidance on navigating even the most challenging of conflicts in an empowering way. Chat with PMeLa You can chat directly with PMeLa, the podcast's AI persona, to get episode recommendations and answers to your project management and leadership questions. Visit PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/PMeLa to chat with her. Join Us for LEAD52 I know you want to be a more confident leader–that's why you listen to this podcast. LEAD52 is a global community of people like you who are committed to transforming their ability to lead and deliver. It's 52 weeks of leadership learning, delivered right to your inbox, taking less than 5 minutes a week. And it's all for free. Learn more and sign up at GetLEAD52.com. Thanks! Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Power Skills Topics: Difficult Conversations, Conversational Debt, Psychological Safety, Groupthink, Team Culture, Leadership, Project Management, Conflict, Alignment, Accountability, Communication, Speaking Up The following music was used for this episode: Music: Summer Morning Full Version by MusicLFiles License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Tropical Vibe by WinnieTheMoog License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Data innovation isn't about buying better tools. As Dallas and Cleveland show, it's about how leaders listen, support risk-taking, and work alongside agencies. The result? A culture where innovation thrives, and scales. Host Stephen Goldsmith speaks with Brita Andercheck, Chief Data Officer in Dallas, and Liz Crowe, Chief Innovation and Technology Officer in Cleveland, about how they drive transformative change across city governments. From reporting structures to how you listen to agencies to going out into the field yourself, they share the unglamorous work that actually drives transformation. In this episode, you'll learn: How to strike the balance between centralization and decentralization Why a problem-first approach beats technology-first Why data teams should measure their ROI The importance of collaboration and relationships How to create psychological safety so teams "fail smart" Guest: Dr. Brita Andercheck – Chief Data Officer and Director of the Office of Data Analytics and Business Intelligence, city of Dallas Dr. Liz Crowe – Chief Innovation and Technology Officer, city of Cleveland Listener Survey: bit.ly/datasmartpod Music credit: Summer-Man by Ketsa About Data-Smart City Solutions Data-Smart City Solutions, housed at the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University, is working to catalyze the adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials. Our research focus is the intersection of government and data, ranging from open data and predictive analytics to civic engagement technology. We seek to promote the combination of integrated, cross-agency data with community data to better discover and preemptively address civic problems. To learn more visit us online and follow us on LinkedIn.

What happens when a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst brings behavioural science into competitive athletics? In this episode, Ben Reiman welcomes N'Kayah Kersey, BCBA, former Division I basketball player, athlete wellness consultant, and founder of Practiced. N'Kayah shares her journey from mentoring at-risk youth at Boys Town to building an innovative consulting practice that helps athletes, coaches, parents, and organizations improve performance through behavioral systems. The discussion explores athlete confidence, leadership development, team culture, video modeling, coach education, parent behaviour, organizational systems, and the growing role of behaviour science in sports. Along the way, N'Kayah explains her Practice Method framework, the Athlete Wellness Ecosystem, and her collaboration with WNBA star Brittany Sykes on the Return to the Brick Athlete Wellness Experience. Whether you're a behaviour analyst, coach, parent, educator, or athlete, this episode demonstrates how behavioural principles can create meaningful and measurable change far beyond traditional ABA settings.   What You'll Learn How N'Kayah discovered behaviour analysis through Boys Town Why leadership should be explicitly taught How confidence can be operationally defined and strengthened The role social skills play in athletic performance Using video modelling to improve confidence and leadership Why culture is built through reinforcement rather than slogans How parent behaviour influences athlete development The Practice Method framework The Athlete Wellness Ecosystem Opportunities for behaviour analysts outside traditional practice settings Watch on Youtube:  https://youtu.be/DxWgJMIClds Contact N'Kayah: https://www.instagram.com/yayakersey/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nkayahkersey/ https://www.instagram.com/wearepracticed/ https://www.wearepracticed.com/ Links: Transforming Basketball https://transformingbball.com/about-us Boys Town https://www.boystown.org/

What if the most powerful growth strategy in hospice and primary care had nothing to do with your clinical protocols, your technology stack, or your marketing budget — and everything to do with who shows up, and how often? In this episode of The Disrupted Podcast, Scott Middleton — founder and Chief Disruption Officer of Your Health — unpacks the real-world lessons shaping how your Health is staffing, growing, and rebuilding trust as it integrates the newly merged TCPA and Providence Care organizations. Scott spent the week in the field — Monroe, Georgia; Beaufort, South Carolina; Atlanta and beyond — sitting in care team meetings, talking to nurses, watching exercise classes, and rethinking everything from staffing ratios to personality matching. What he found is both a warning and a blueprint. In this episode: Why minor service failures — a nurse who didn't show up once — can cost you an entire facility relationship, and what it actually takes to earn it back The strategic case for pulling a nurse off a shared caseload and planting her full-time in a single building — even when the numbers don't fully justify it yet The story of a nurse so embedded in one facility that an administrator told Your Health: "I will cut you if you move her" How DISC personality profiles should determine which staff member walks into which building — and why getting it wrong creates friction that kills referrals Why the best talent you'll ever hire is already living in the community you serve — and why your recruiters will never find them on Indeed The centralize-then-decentralize model Your Health deploys every time it launches something new — and why it's the only way to scale without losing quality If you lead a care team, run a hospice program, manage a building, or are trying to grow in any direction in healthcare right now — this episode is your field guide. www.YourHealth.Org

Ryan Pineda sits down with Michael James to unpack how a 42-day bike ride across America helped him rebuild his life, develop the resilience to scale a remodeling business from $900K to over $5M, and create a blueprint for sustainable entrepreneurial growth.⁣⁣Connect with Michael - ⁣https://michaeljamesremodeling.com/⁣https://www.instagram.com/themichaelgjames/⁣https://www.instagram.com/michaeljamesremodeling/⁣https://www.instagram.com/themichaeljamesway/⁣https://www.youtube.com/%40TheMichaelJamesWay⁣__________⁣If you'd like my team to run your marketing & sales department to scale your business apply here https://www.pinedapartners.com⁣⁣Join our private mastermind for elite business leaders who golf. https://www.mastermind19.com⁣⁣Want to be featured on the Wealthy Way Podcast? Apply here https://www.wealthyway.com⁣⁣If you want to start your real estate investing business, we'll give you 1:1 coaching, seller leads, software, & everything you need. https://www.wealthyinvestor.com⁣⁣Tired of paying so much in taxes every year? We'll give you strategy, tax prep, and accounting all in one place. https://www.taylor-tax.com⁣⁣Join free Bible studies and workshops for Christian business leaders. https://www.tentmakers.us⁣__________⁣Chapters: ⁣00:00 - Financial Breakthrough⁣00:52 - Biking Across America ⁣07:59 - Resilience & Business Mindset⁣15:01 - Telluride Crash Story ⁣23:30 - Crossing Kansas⁣24:18 - Finish & Life Lessons⁣30:05 - Scaling the Business⁣31:01 - Mentors & Growth⁣37:46 - Team Culture & Purpose⁣45:13 - Business Mindset⁣48:15 - Remodeling Business Growth⁣53:54 - Luxury Remodel Strategy⁣1:00:23 - Renovation Costs & Delays⁣1:02:16 - Risk & Coaching⁣1:03:03 - Where to Find Michael

Lucas Sherraden speaks with top real estate agent Cynthia Quarentello about her journey in the industry. Cynthia, who transitioned from a New York City family business to Raleigh, North Carolina, shares insights on building a successful team, the value of cultivating relationships, and breaking into the luxury market. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive culture, leveraging support systems, and remaining present in personal and professional life. Learn about her strategic approach to business growth, attracting the right talent, and maintaining balance while achieving significant success. Connect with Cynthia at https://www.cqrealtygroup.com/ ---------- Be sure to leave a rating and review and don't forget to go to www.builthow.com and register for our next live or virtual event. Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

How Exceptional Independent Practice Owners Think In this episode, Conor is joined by Dr. Erika Morrow, owner of Forsight Unique Eyewear and Eyecare in Savannah, Georgia, to explore the mindset, attitudes and beliefs that underpin exceptional independent practices. Together, they explore why the most successful practice owners never stop learning, actively seek out people who challenge their thinking and continue taking action long after others have become comfortable. If you've ever wondered how exceptional independent practice owners think differently, this conversation is for you. In this episode, you'll discover: Why the best practice owners never stop learning, even when they're already successful What separates practice owners who continue to grow year after year from those who plateau Why the most successful business owners deliberately seek out rooms that challenge their thinking How exceptional practice owners develop the mindset to take action faster, create momentum and accelerate their growth

She's recently taken on a bigger leadership role and with that shift comes a new challenge: how to lead a team where one person's style doesn't seem to fit the culture she's worked so hard to build. Host Muriel Wilkins coaches her through how to manage a difficult dynamic while addressing the larger team leadership issues it raises.For further reading: More on the DISC assessment: https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/8692-disc-assessment.htmlDifficult People: https://hbr.org/podcast/2018/02/difficult-peopleStop Hiring for Culture Fit: https://hbr.org/2018/01/how-to-hireHow To Handle Employees Who Don't Fit Your Culture: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/handandassociates_what-should-you-do-if-current-employees-don-activity-7299836392640020480-nzc0/How to Support a New Employee Who Doesn't Seem to Fit In: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/ca/resources/manage-employees/employee-doesnt-fit-in-corporate-culture/Connect with Muriel:Website: murielwilkins.comLinkedIn: @Muriel Maignan Wilkins Instagram: @CoachMurielWIlkins Join the Coaching Real Leaders Community: coachingrealleaderscommunity.comRead Muriel's book: LeadershipUnblocked.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CLUES TO SUCCESS | An unexpected journey through Mary Kay and roofing sales led Michelle Erickson to real estate. She shares how those experiences built her confidence and why serving people has been the foundation of her success.   In this episode:  00:45 Meet Michelle 01:15 Family Life Update 03:02 Kids Growing Up Fast 05:32 Confidence Breakthrough 07:47 Mary Kay Lessons 09:53 From Mary Kay to Roofing 13:17 Joining Real Estate 16:06 People First Selling 18:06 Early Success Metrics 20:08 Lead Gen and Referrals 22:32 Team Culture and Events 23:36 Team Vibe Support 25:12 Simple Client Care 26:22 People First Philosophy 28:37 Trust Over Sales 31:01 Referral Flywheel 31:22 Rental Investing Sprint 32:49 Managing Short Rentals 36:01 Mentoring Young Entrepreneurs 37:09 Freedom Through Teamwork 40:16 Raising Entrepreneur Kids 42:56 Parting Wisdom   Subscribe to the More Than More Podcast for new weekly episodes as we discuss building meaningful and impactful businesses, careers, and lives through real estate. Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube  

Invisible forces in your organization are shaping your culture every day, whether you're aware of them or not. In this episode, Dennis and Lisa discuss the blind spots that weaken trust, ownership, and performance, and share practical leadership shifts that can build a healthier, more productive team culture.The Leadership Development Group is a consulting firm led by Dennis and Lisa McIntee that exists to help you create a better work culture through drama free strategies, leadership coaching, and training. Since 2005, they have helped over 2,000 companies become drama free and significantly increase their productivity as a result. Discover the freedom of a better work culture today at leadershipdevgroup.com.Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Free Download: 10 Blind Spots When Leading Teams™⁠The 8 Qualities of Drama Free TeamsMy Top 25 Interview QuestionsExplore Customized Workshops and Trainings

The Angels dropped two of three at home to the Detroit Tigers, and the biggest story wasn't the pitching—it was an offense that simply disappeared. ToddFox and Courtnee break down a frustrating series in which the Halos managed just four total runs over three games, continuing a season-long trend of inconsistent hitting, poor situational baseball, and an offense that struggles to make adjustments. While the pitching staff did enough to keep the Angels competitive throughout the series, the lack of offensive production once again proved to be the difference. Is this simply a hitting slump, or does it point to a deeper issue within the clubhouse? On this episode, ToddFox and Courtnee discuss: Why the Angels' offense has become one of the biggest concerns on the teamHow scoring just four runs in three games isn't enough to win consistentlyWhether the team's culture and approach at the plate are contributing to the strugglesThe lack of in-game adjustments and situational hittingPlayers who need to step up offensivelyThe positives from the pitching staff despite the series lossWhat needs to change if the Angels hope to stay competitive Is this roster underachieving, or are the problems much bigger than talent alone? Join ToddFox and Courtnee as they break down another frustrating series and discuss what has to change moving forward. Be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications for more Halos in the Infield coverage, postgame reactions, interviews, and Angels baseball discussions all season long! Hashtags #Angels #LosAngelesAngels #ToddFox #Courtnee #HalosInTheInfield #HITI #AngelsBaseball #DetroitTigers #MLB #BaseballTalk #MLBRecap #TeamCulture #Offense #Hitting #AngelStadium #HalosNation #GoHalos #BaseballPodcast #SportsTalk #MLBNews #AngelsFans #PostgameShow #MLBAnalysis #BaseballCommunity Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Four high school volleyball standouts open up about the real transition from club and high school to college volleyball—physically, mentally, and emotionally. From injuries and position changes to parents, pressure, and team culture, they share what the highlight reels never show.Episode SummaryToday's episode goes behind the scenes of what it actually takes to move from high school and club volleyball into the college game. Adam Lane sits down with four young athletes heading off to play collegiate volleyball, digging into the anxiety, excitement, and identity shifts that come with recruiting, role changes, and starting over on a new team.The Fab Four talk candidly about injuries, playing through pain, switching positions, and the mental battles that come with doubt, comparison, and parents' expectations. They also break down why team culture and coaching style can make or break an athlete's experience, and how they chose schools that align with their values—not just their volleyball goals. It's a raw, honest look at the college volleyball journey for athletes, parents, and coaches who want the full picture.Key TakeawaysYou'll Learn:Why the jump from high school/club to college volleyball is more of a mental transition than just a physical one.How athletes can handle the uncertainty of playing time, depth charts, and competing with older players.The impact of switching positions (middle, outside, libero, DS) on confidence, identity, and long-term development.Why “you get to, you don't have to” is a powerful mindset for training, sacrifice, and missing social events.How parents' comments—good or bad—shape an athlete's confidence more than most realize.The hidden cost of playing hurt and why strength training and rehab matter for long-term health.How to evaluate college programs for culture and coaching style, not just level, logo, or facilities.Why playing multiple sports can build better movement, reduce burnout, and improve performance.Practical advice older athletes would give their younger selves about gratitude, perspective, and enjoying the journey.How team chemistry, cliques, and leadership shape the day-to-day experience more than the win–loss record.Episode Chapters00:00 Welcome & Fab Four introductions02:00 College volleyball plans & early nerves06:30 Playing time, roles & competing with upperclassmen11:00 Confidence, mindset shifts & club experiences17:00 Position changes, shoulder issues & overuse23:00 Parents, pressure & sideline feedback31:40 Gratitude, sacrifice & “you get to, not have to”36:30 Injuries, able bodies & pushing limits40:40 Multi-sport debate & burnout48:00 Culture, coaching style & choosing the right school56:30 Health, lifting & sending athletes to college strong59:00 Final thoughts & where to follow the Fab FourResources MentionedField of Dreams – classic baseball movie referenced during the Iowa conversation.Rockford Half Ironman – local triathlon used as an example of endurance, suffering, and confidence.Central College (Iowa) – destination for two of the athletes.UW–Stout (Wisconsin) – college one athlete is attending.Mount Mercy University (Iowa) – another destination school mentioned.St. Ambrose University – referenced via a multi-sport recruit example.Connect with the GuestsThe Fab FourCamryn Hilliard – @camryn.hilliardNatalie Vaupel – @natalie_vaupelLaney Block – @laneyblockkkMolly Fell – @mollyfell_About the PodcastWelcome to Oak Performance Radio, where the focus is on what it really takes to perform at a high level. The show digs into training, preparation, and decision-making through real athletes, coaches, and experiences—on and off the field.Listen & SubscribeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/oakperformancelabInstagram: @oakperformanceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@oakstrength

What makes people genuinely love where they work?In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, Robin Bailey is joined by special guest co-host Ashlea DesRoches for an inspiring conversation with Stephanie Crombie, Employee Experience Manager at HeyOrca, about the power of creating workplaces where people truly feel they belong.Drawing from a career that began in hospitality and took her around the world aboard cruise ships, Stephanie shares how memorable experiences, intentional leadership, and personalized employee journeys can transform workplace culture, especially in fully remote organizations.Rather than relying on generic perks or one-size-fits-all programs, Stephanie explains why today's most successful organizations create meaningful moments that help employees feel seen, valued, and connected from their very first day. From onboarding new hires to recognizing everyday contributions, she reveals practical strategies leaders can implement to improve engagement, retention, and long-term business success.Robin, Ashlea, and Stephanie also discuss remote culture, personalization, employee recognition, onboarding, belonging, leadership, workplace happiness, and why the way leaders make people feel will always matter more than any KPI.Whether you're a CEO, founder, HR leader, people manager, or someone passionate about building stronger workplace cultures, this episode offers actionable ideas for creating organizations where people thrive.You'll hear about:Why employee experience extends far beyond perks and benefits Creating meaningful workplace moments that employees remember Building a culture of belonging in fully remote teams The connection between employee happiness and business success Why personalized recognition outperforms generic rewards How intentional onboarding increases engagement and retention Practical ways leaders can make employees feel seen and valued Recognizing effort throughout the journey, not just outcomes Voice and choice as the foundation of great employee experiences How small moments create lasting workplace cultures Why human connection remains leadership's greatest advantageWe talk about:00:00 Welcome and introduction to Stephanie Crombie02:00 From hospitality to employee experience leadership05:45 Why people remember how work made them feel10:20 Building belonging in fully remote organizations15:30 Spotting culture shifts before they become problems17:30 Creating unforgettable onboarding experiences22:20 Personalization versus automation in employee experience27:00 Why generic perks no longer create engagement28:15 The power of "Voice and Choice"30:00 Happiness, belonging, and leadership culture32:00 Planting trees for future employees35:00 Final leadership lessons and closing thoughtsConnect with StephanieLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-crombie14/ Website: https://www.heyorca.com/ Connect with UsLinkedIn: Robin Bailey and Al McDonald Website: Aria Benefits and Life & Legacy Advisory Group

Starting a new job, stepping into a new role, or joining a new organization? Your first few weeks can shape how people see you and how much influence you are able to build. In this episode, Pastor Q explains why the best way to make an impact is not to walk in trying to prove yourself. It is to learn, listen, build relationships, and consistently help the team move forward. In this episode: Why first impressions happen faster than you think The fastest way to build influence in a new organization Why relationships should come before recommendations How to contribute in meetings without overstepping The importance of learning the culture and its unwritten rules Why broken systems still require relational leadership How to create small wins early Why your job description is the baseline, not the limit The value of keeping a “yes” on your lips How to build a track record that leads to greater opportunity Key takeaway: Crush what you are responsible for, build strong relationships, and look for opportunities to help beyond your job description. That is how trust grows and influence is earned. Subscribe to the Just Lead podcast, leave a rating and review, and share this episode with someone stepping into a new role.

On the Contacts Coaching Podcast, Justin interviews Kevin Fox, a Salinas native and longtime Midland, Texas resident who serves as character coach for Grant McCasland at Texas Tech. Fox shares his path from UC Davis and early ministry work to building relationships in junior college basketball at Midland College, where he connected with coaches like McCasland, Ross Hodge, and others. They discuss West Texas sports culture, the importance of encouraging multi-sport athletes, and how character coaching works best through organic relationships, clear boundaries, and accountability. Fox addresses how NIL has increased pressure and outside pull on athletes, the value of JUCO coaching experience for today's roster turnover, and practical ways teams define and measure culture, including tracking “positive touches.” He also reflects on humility, continuous learning, and stepping out from behind the scenes.00:00 Welcome and Introductions01:06 From Salinas to Midland01:53 Hoops to Coaching Network04:38 Character Coach Role05:15 West Texas Football Culture07:06 Multi Sport Debate10:37 Organic Mentorship Model14:40 NIL Pressures and Protection17:39 JUCO Mindset at Tech21:16 Calling to Ministry25:16 Teaching Faith and Coaching28:44 Coaching Meets Ministry30:21 Learning to Say I Don't Know31:53 Humility and Adaptation34:26 Boundaries and Accountability39:03 Preacher vs Minister41:15 Coaching Across Levels47:12 Defining Character Culture51:12 Changing Minds and Showing Up53:57 Closing Story and Farewell

Leadership development is not about checking boxes. It is about building the awareness, communication, trust, and consistency required to help people grow, perform, and feel safe enough to do meaningful work. LaTonya Wilkins brings a powerful conversation on what it really means to lead below the surface. From psychological safety and culture to coaching, delegation, community, and connection across differences, this master class challenges leaders to stop treating leadership like a static skillset and start looking at how leadership is actually experienced by the people they serve. Learn how to honestly rate your leadership by asking better questions: • How clear is your communication? • How do people experience you in meetings, emails, and difficult conversations? • Are you giving people the guardrails they need without making them too tight? • Are you creating hope, trust, compassion, and stability? • Are you developing people, or just expecting them to perform? • Are burnout, churn, poor delegation, and low trust signs of a deeper leadership problem? This conversation also explores why many leadership development programs fail because they rely on outdated models, performative culture work, and initiatives that were never truly embedded into the organization. Real culture cannot be reduced to perks, titles, slogans, or temporary programs. It has to show up in how leaders communicate, make decisions, build teams, manage change, and create belonging. LaTonya also brings a needed perspective on coaching and community in a noisy market where too many people sell quick fixes without doing the real work. Strong leadership, real coaching, and healthy culture are all relationship businesses. They require trust, self-awareness, accountability, and the right people around you at every stage. For executives, founders, HR leaders, coaches, consultants, people managers, and anyone responsible for leading others, this conversation is a reminder that real leadership still wins when it is rooted in trust, development, culture, coaching, and community. Beyond The Episode Gems: Learn More About Leading Below The Surface Book Buy LaTonya's Book, Leading Below The Surface Learn more about LaTonya's offerings for executive coaching ChangeCoaches.io Connect with LaTonya on LinkedIn Explore Change Coaches Relational Coach Training Buy Troy's Book, Strategize Up: The Blueprint To Scale Your Business StrategizeUpBook.com Discover All Podcasts On The HubSpot Podcast Network Get Free HubSpot Marketing Tools To Help You Grow Your Business Grow Your Business Faster Using HubSpot's CRM Platform Support The Podcast & Connect With Troy:  Rate & Review iDigress: iDigress.fm/Reviews Follow Troy's Socials @FindTroy: LinkedIn, Instagram, Threads, TikTok Subscribe to Troy's YouTube Channel For Strategy Videos & See Masterclass Episodes Need Growth Strategy, A Keynote Speaker, Or Want To Sponsor The Podcast? Go To FindTroy.com

7/10/2026 THE ATTITUDE HACK: RE-ENGINEERING TEAM CULTUREEPISODE 1821“There's only one thing more contagious than a common cold… and that one thing is mostly responsible for your organization's culture.” J Loren NorrisThe Attitude Hack: Re-Engineering Team CultureAttitude Hack is a mental framework for shifting low-performing mindsets. By listening to the common phrases, conversations and flippant expressions an astute leader can determine under lying attitudes and address them swiftly. I would like to provide just a few concrete exercises leaders can use to audit and adjust team morale.Make a list of expressions and phrases used repeatedly by team members. Make specific note of phrases used by multiple people and multiple teams. Use the Attitude Hack checklist to identify prevailing attitudes which drive your organization culture internally and brand externally. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:

How do great leaders build teams to become who they're capable of becoming, and prepare them to handle their emotions when the pressure is highest?Eddie Jones is one of the most accomplished coaches in world rugby. He has led Australia, England, and Japan on the international stage, and guided Japan to one of the greatest upsets in rugby history at the 2015 World Cup. He has built a career on turning teams around, creating pressure, and challenging more from the people he leads. There is a fine line in that work. Too little challenge and we never understand who we can become. Too much and we create the wrong conditions to explore. That line has not always been easy to walk. Eddie's demanding methods have drawn criticism over the years, and his exits from England in 2022 and Australia in 2023 came under intense public scrutiny... a chapter he alludes to here when he describes the mistake of letting the noise come down on top of him.In this conversation with Dr. Michael Gervais, Eddie walks through how he builds team identity, starting with a picture in his head of how a team could play and then closing the gap between that vision and the group in front of him. He explains why he keeps training about 70% successful, so the 30% of failure becomes the learning, and why training should always be harder than the game. He makes the case that immediate, private feedback beats public humiliation every time, and that the best coaches ask far more questions than they answer.Eddie also talks about understanding the individual, why coaching has shifted from team-based to one-on-one, and how a single moment of feeling important from a coach 30 years ago still moves him today. He opens up struggles he has faced with his own emotions, the mistakes he has made, the generation that taught him to never show vulnerability, and why he is still learning to make room for joy. In this conversation, we explore:How great coaches build a team identity and close the gap between vision and realityWhy training should be about 70% successful, so the failures become the learningThe value in training harder than the gameWhy the best coaches ask more questions than they answerHow understanding the individual has become central to modern leadershipWhy you should never assume, and always confirm by knowing the personThe thinking time every leader needsBy the end of the conversation the two land on a question every leader should ask: would you want to be coached by yourself?Links & ResourcesSubscribe to our Youtube Channel for more conversations at the intersection of high performance, leadership, and wellbeing: https://www.youtube.com/c/FindingMasteryGet exclusive discounts and support our amazing sponsors!Go to: https://findingmastery.com/sponsors/Subscribe to the Finding Mastery newsletter for weekly high performance insights: https://www.findingmastery.com/newsletterDownload Dr. Mike's Morning Mindset Routine: findingmastery.com/morningmindsetFollow on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and XEddie Jones' Books: My Life and Rugby: The Autobiography and Leadership: Lessons from My Life in RugbySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if failure isn't the opposite of winning — but the gift that makes it possible? In Part 2 of this two-part conversation, Your Health CEO Matt Staub opens up about the present he gave himself at 40: permission to fail. Then he shows what that looks like when life tests it — walking Jamie through a 2025 that brought prostate cancer, his daughter's surgery, the loss of his father, and professional hardship, and the quiet strength it takes to look back and say, "That was a good try. I'm still here. I'm hard to beat." In this episode, you'll hear: How Matt reframes a loss into a "fall forward" — and the simple habit he uses to do it The agonizing leadership question of when to let someone you care about fail Why accountability, done right, is one of the best gifts you can give a friend The danger of only celebrating big wins — and how complacency quietly creeps in Why the only voice that truly matters is the one inside your own head If you missed Part 1, start there for the full arc. Then settle in here for the deeper, more personal half — and walk away with a new relationship to the losses in your own life.

Bethany's sister-in-law is back!! Amanda has been a manager for many years now. She recalls a time when she felt, “If I want to have something done right, I have to do it myself.” This mindset led her to burnout, fatigue, and frustration. She and Bethany discuss her delegation mindset. Amanda shares how she strives to create a collaborative environment where delegation, teamwork, and equality is the norm. She also shares her mindset when hiring and managing team members. There are so many wonderful nuggets of advice in this episode. Don't miss it! Only a few spots remain for the Leadership Summit! Don't miss out on this open dialogue day of sharing leadership problems and developing solutions together. Register TODAY to secure a spot for you and your key team members. Friday, September 18, from 8:30 - 4:30 at a hotel approximately 15 minutes from DFW airport. See you there!  ->   www.hellobethany.com/leadership HUB HIGHLIGHTInsurance Bundle Support your team through insurance changes with practical resources designed to make patient conversations easier. Bonus Bundle Motivate your team with practical bonus plans that encourage productivity, accountability, and a positive office culture. Don't forget to check out our social media for moreManaging Dental Drama FBManaging Dental Drama IGConnect with the Managing Dental Drama Community!Managing Dental Drama Membership Club Sign UpWait! There's More!We want to hear YOUR voice!Text a 2-minute voice memo to 214.326.4605 with your questions, comments, real-life examples, or tips for a chance to have YOUR voice on the air!Interested in the Leadership Summit?Join Us! Friday, September 18, 20268:30am - 4:30pmIn The Colony, TXInquire or register TODAY!HelloBethany.com/Leadership

In this episode: Why Rob always asks for the team nobody wants and what the turnaround process actually looks like (00:31 - 02:10) From sleeping in his car at 18 to Fortune 500 executive, and the kindness from strangers he still carries with him today (02:10 - 04:32) What a successful team turnaround actually looks like, including eight leaders in ten years and what changed (04:32 - 07:00) Servant leadership, why career leaders almost always fail, and the power of coming in with a partial idea instead of a completed thought (07:00 - 09:33) The truth about the cybersecurity job shortage and why open jobs almost never mean what you think they mean (09:33 - 11:37) Why communication skills matter more than technical ability and what happens when a technical score of 10 meets a communication score of two (11:37 - 13:22) Cyber is a marathon, not a race, and why passion got Rob a job at Disney over people with far more experience (13:22 - 15:27) Neurodiversity in the workplace, getting diagnosed with autism at 40, and why really smart doesn't get jobs anymore (15:27 - 17:51) The colleague who told Rob everyone thought he was a jerk, the boss who explained why, and the apology tour that followed (17:51 - 21:31) Getting laid off from Disney, becoming a ghost on the internet, and accidentally building the BowtieSecurityGuy brand (21:31 - 25:47) Tying self-worth to career, crying before job interviews, and the four words his wife said that changed everything (25:47 - 27:40) The 3am LinkedIn message from India that made Rob realize he was in this for life (27:40 - 29:40) Zero expectations, zero conditions, and why Rob messaged Rex about a hat with absolutely nothing to gain (29:40 - 31:40) Immersion therapy, D&D every Monday, and why a bad public speaker is more memorable than a good one (34:03 - 37:16) Rejection sensitivity dysphoria, masking, and why setting the tone in a room changes everything (37:16 - 39:23) The 3,000 manual LinkedIn messages, the algorithm daddy slap, and pricing yourself where you want to be (39:23 - 40:43) Zero expectations as a life philosophy and why people don't quit jobs, they quit bosses (40:43 - 42:27) Learning to walk three times, leg braces, and why cutting through grass almost brought Rob to tears (42:27 - 44:40) What Rob tells job seekers who have been at it for two years: you are ten nos away from your dream job (44:40 - 47:09) The cybersecurity salary reality check and why 3,500 to 4,500 people graduate with cyber degrees every single month (47:09 - 48:50) Rob's thank you to the people who know who they are, his battle buddies, and why vulnerability is a strength (48:50 - 51:28) Fail with style, the Walt Disney Haunted Mansion story, and why Rob never took no for an answer at Disney (51:28 - 56:39)   Timestamp Highlights: (00:31) Give me the team nobody wants (02:10) Homelessness at 18 and the kindness that stayed with him (07:00) Servant leadership and the power of a partial idea (09:33) The real reason there are so many open cybersecurity jobs that never get filled (11:37) Stop applying. Start connecting. (13:22) How passion got Rob hired at Disney over NSA agents (17:51) Getting diagnosed with autism at 40 (21:31) Getting laid off from Disney and accidentally building a brand (27:40) The 3am message that changed everything (34:03) D&D, immersion therapy, and why bad public speakers are more memorable (42:27) Learning to walk three times and why Rob doesn't take anything for granted (51:28) Walt Disney, the Haunted Mansion, and failing with style   Resources & Links: BowtieSecurityGuy — Rob's brand across all platforms ThreatLocker — Presenter of No Password Required Breakout Room Cyber Florida — The Mother Ship  

One of the world's leading cricketers, England spinner Sophie Ecclestone, joins us on the Why Golf podcast to talk about her passion for a game that's quite different to the one she competes in professionally!Fresh from being named a Wisden Cricketer of the Year, Sophie reflects on her remarkable rise in the game, England's hopes of lifting a World Cup on home soil, and what it's like playing in front of packed crowds around the world.She also opens up about a difficult period away from the cricket pitch, why golf became her "safe space" during that time, and the friendship she found through the sport when she needed it most.Plus, Sophie reveals how she first caught the golf bug during the covid pandemic, why she feels more nervous standing on the first tee than bowling for England, and why she thinks golf might actually be harder than cricket!00:00 Introduction06:00 Playing for England, The Hundred, IPL & More08:23 England's T20 World Cup and Home Crowd Advantage10:27 Life on Tour and Travelling the World11:22 Why Business Class Has Made Sophie a Snob!12:25 Cricket Role Models and Inspiring the Next Generation13:25 How Sophie Fell in Love with Golf During Covid15:02 Why Sophie Has Banished Her Driver17:21 Why Golf Is the Hardest Sport She's Ever Played20:58 Why So Many Athletes Become Obsessed with Golf21:53 Golf as a Safe Space22:34 Mental Health, Recovery and the Friend Golf Gave Her25:55 Why Golf Creates More Pressure Than Playing for England26:58 First Tee Nerves and Watching the Solheim Cup28:55 What Cricket and Golf Can Learn From Each Other29:37 Team Culture, Friendship and Winning30:14 The Best Golf Courses Sophie Has Played Worldwide32:37 If Sophie Could Play Golf Anywhere Tomorrow...33:05 Dream Fourball: Justin Bieber, Michael Jackson & More35:24 Sophie's Dream Golf Superpower36:46 Solheim Cup Predictions37:29 Sophie's Why Golf?

This week I welcome Alexandra Suchman, CEO and Co-Founder of Barometer XP, for a powerful conversation on transforming workplace culture through the power of play.“Culture is part of the operating system.” ~Alexandra Suchman In this episode, you'll learn how intentional, research-backed games can eliminate hidden pressures, build psychological safety, strengthen belonging, and dramatically improve team performance, all while making work more human and enjoyable. Learn More 

Why Your Team Stops Telling You the Truth As companies grow, leaders often face an invisible challenge: they hear less of what's really happening. This isn't because employees are dishonest. It's because people naturally filter information when speaking to someone who holds authority over their career, compensation, and future opportunities. In this episode, Allison explores: How growth changes a leader's information environment Why teams begin filtering information The role power plays in workplace communication How leadership blind spots are created Why people stop raising concerns The hidden cost of operating on incomplete information Why asking for honesty isn't enough How to create psychological safety inside organizations The importance of trusted peers outside your business Key Question: When your team gives you an update, do you believe you're getting the full picture? If not, what have you done to make honesty truly safe? Resources: Think First: Stop Being the Bottleneck, Start Building Thinkers Deliberate Directions Leadership Development & Executive Coaching Think First

Whoever scores the most goals wins. Simple — until you leave the field and try to keep score in your actual life, where there's no referee and no final whistle. So how do you know if you're winning? In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Your Health CEO Matt Staub sits down with Jamie Preston to redefine what a win actually is. Matt opens with the daily ritual that grounds him — making it to the gym — and the moment he realized the win wasn't the scale or the heavier lift, but the discipline of showing up at all. In this episode, you'll hear: Why the heaviest weight at the gym is the front door — and what that teaches about every goal The hidden cost of only celebrating the big wins (hint: it's called burnout) What a humbling match-play golf loss taught Jamie about changing the goal instead of the game Why Matt believes pressure is a privilege — and how he leans into it Who actually decides what counts as a win, and what to do when there's no scoreboard This is the half where winning gets redefined from the outside in. Press play, then come back next week for Part 2 — where it gets personal.

Most leaders think psychological safety means everyone gets along. This week, a Father's Day pickleball game with players aged 9 to 96 sparked a different idea: what if more conflict — not less — is actually the sign you're doing it right? Bernadette digs into what psychological safety really looks like, why silence on your team should worry you more than disagreement, and what leaders can do this week to make room for the real thing. Takeaways: Silence is not safety. When your team never disagrees, they haven't found common ground — they've learned it's not safe to speak. The stakes are higher at work. Low-stakes conflict on a pickleball court is easy. Real psychological safety means people trust that disagreement won't cost them something they can't afford to lose. Your team is watching, not listening. They don't believe your open-door policy. They believe what happens the moment someone actually pushes back. Being wrong out loud is the practice. The moment you genuinely change your mind because of something a team member said — that's when psychological safety becomes real. Connect with Me The Newsletter: This week in the newsletter, I wrote about Japan's first-ever LGBTQIA+ education program, Nepal's historic equal marriage ruling, Delaware's new parentage protections for LGBTQ+ families, a tech startup helping 70 million Americans clear criminal records, and the Obama Presidential Center's community-first model on Chicago's South Side. Subscribe to the 5 Things Newsletter here. Work with Me: Let's talk.Watch 5 Things on YouTube. Join thousands of readers by subscribing to the 5 Things newsletter. Enjoy some good vibes every Saturday morning. https://5thingsdei.com/

Send us Fan MailWhat does leadership look like when 108,000 people are watching your every move?In this episode, we sit down with Jay Paterno, author of Blitzed and long-time Penn State coach, to explore what it takes to lead under intense pressure, make critical decisions in real time, and build a culture that remains strong when circumstances change.Drawing on decades of experience at one of America's most iconic football programmes, Jay shares lessons learned from his father, legendary coach Joe Paterno, and reveals why credibility—not authority—is the true foundation of leadership. We discuss the importance of values, consistency, and character, and why the pursuit of excellence matters more than chasing external success.The conversation also takes us behind the scenes of elite sport. Beyond the packed stadiums and game-day headlines lies a world of preparation, resilience, emotional management, and relentless attention to detail. Jay explains how great teams are built long before they step onto the field and why sustainable performance requires balancing ambition with wellbeing.We also explore the challenges facing young athletes today. From NIL deals and social media pressure to financial responsibility, gambling, mental health, and the rise of artificial intelligence, Jay offers a thoughtful perspective on preparing the next generation for a rapidly changing world.Whether you lead a business, coach a team, manage a family, or simply want to perform at your best under pressure, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom on leadership, culture, communication, and staying grounded when expectations are high.✨ In this episode:• Why credibility is the true currency of leadership• Lessons from legendary Penn State coach Joe Paterno• Making decisions under pressure and uncertainty• Building a culture that withstands success and failure• The hidden psychology behind elite performance• Social media, NIL, and the changing reality of college athletics• Mental health, resilience, and preparing young people for the future• Why character matters more than talent over the long termIf you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, share it with someone who values leadership and personal growth, and leave a review to help support future conversations.Support the showThank you for listening

Every leader talks about team culture. Very few are actually building it the right way. This week Jon and Coach Jim bust four of the most common myths about team culture, and at least one of them is probably something you believe right now.If you have ever bought the team lunch and wondered why morale did not improve, this one is for you.

What happens when the pace of AI makes even the most recent college graduate's knowledge obsolete within six months? In this episode of the CPO Rising series, hosted by Products That Count Resident CPO Renee Niemi, Salesforce EVP and GM of Agentforce Service Kishan Chetan speaks on what it really takes to drive AI adoption at scale, why adoption is fundamentally a social phenomenon, and how he thinks about product success through one simple lens: do customers buy it, use it, and love it? Leading a product line approaching $10 billion in revenue, Kishan brings a grounded, practical perspective on what the best product leaders are doing right now to stay ahead of a world that will not slow down for anyone.

Pastor Q talks about what happens when leaders care deeply but start carrying more than they should. He explains why leaders often feel the weight before everyone else does, and how that can turn into frustration or resentment if they take it personally. The episode focuses on healthy ownership: carrying what is yours, helping others own their piece, and not trying to control everything. Pastor Q reminds leaders that not everyone carries responsibility the same way, and leadership is not about making everyone think or feel exactly like you. The big takeaway: don't let caring deeply turn into carrying everything by yourself. Lead with care, trust people with responsibility, and stay connected to the team while helping them grow.

Send us Fan MailYour strategy is solid. Your offer is dialed in. But something inside your growing team is quietly fracturing, and if you can't name it, you can't fix it.In this episode, I sit down with Jenni Catron, bestselling author, speaker, and culture strategist, and founder and CEO of the 4Sight Group, who has spent over 20 years helping leaders in corporate, nonprofit, and ministry environments build the one thing that determines whether everything else works: a real team culture system.Jenni unpacks why the pressure of growth exposes every clarity gap your organization has, and why culture left to chance will always drift toward dysfunction. She shares her five-phase culture framework, the counterintuitive power of building a cross-functional culture team, and why the Gallup data is unambiguous: when your team culture system is healthy, every metric you care about goes the right direction.If you've been putting culture on the back burner while you chase revenue, this episode is your course correction.Books MentionedThe Four Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership by Jenni CatronCulture Matters by Jenni Catron (USA Today Bestseller)Just Lead by Jenni Catron Connect with Jenni and start with her free Culture Blind Spots Assessment at get4sight.com. It's right at the top of the page and will give you immediate clarity on where your culture may have gaps. You can also find her at @JenniCatron across all social platforms, and I highly recommend her podcast as well.Check out Dr. William Attaway's new show, The Appreciation at Work Podcast!  Join Dr. William Attaway on the Catalytic Leadership podcast as he shares transformative insights to help high-performance entrepreneurs and agency owners achieve Clear-Minded Focus, Calm Control, and Confidence.Free 30-Minute Discovery Call:Ready to elevate your business? Book a free 30-minute discovery call with Dr. William Attaway and start your journey to success.Special Offer:Get your FREE copy of Catalytic Leadership: 12 Keys to Becoming an Intentional Leader Who Makes a Difference.Connect with Dr. William Attaway:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTube

John Maytham speaks to Neil Manthorpe, cricket writer and analyst, about the latest controversy surrounding England Test captain Ben Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson. They discuss the ECB investigation into an alleged curfew breach, questions over England's team culture, the possibility of stricter disciplinary measures, and what the saga could mean for Stokes' future as captain. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hiring offshore staff can transform a law firm, but only if it's done intentionally.   In this episode, Zack Glaser sits down with Raquel Gomes, co-founder and CEO of Stafi, to discuss the most common mistakes law firms make when hiring remote offshore team members. Drawing on her background in psychology and experience supporting hundreds of law firms, Raquel explains why the term "virtual assistant" may be holding firms back and how successful firms build engaged, high-performing remote teams.  Zack and Raquel explore the importance of defining roles before hiring, creating effective vetting processes, building structured onboarding systems, integrating remote staff into firm culture, and continuing to invest in team members after they are hired. They also discuss how law firm owners can move from working in the business to leading the business by building teams they trust.  Listen to our previous episodes on hiring, delegation, leadership, and building stronger law firm teams:  #616: From Solo to CEO: Letting Go of Legal Work to Grow Your Firm, with Ellen Williamson Apple | Spotify | LTN  #615: How to Stop Being the Bottleneck and Build Stronger Teams, with Debbie Foster and Stephanie Everett Apple | Spotify | LTN  #523: Financial Red Flags: Are You Hiring Too Soon?, with Bernadette Harris Apple | Spotify | LTN    Links from the episode:   https://getstafi.com    Have thoughts about today's episode? Join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X!   If today's podcast resonates with you and you haven't read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Looking for help beyond the book? See if our coaching community is right for you.   Access more resources from Lawyerist at lawyerist.com.     Chapters / Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction  01:26 Why "VA" Is the Wrong Mindset  04:21 Mistake #1: Hiring Reactively Instead of Strategically  06:02 Mistake #2: Weak Vetting and Screening  09:29 How Stafi Evaluates Candidates  11:41 Mistake #3: Poor Onboarding Processes  13:19 Creating SOPs Through Training  15:20 Mistake #4: Failing to Integrate Remote Staff  18:51 Investing in Team Culture and Communication  20:39 Mistake #5: Giving Up Too Soon  22:58 What Makes Stafi Different  24:45 Immigration Case Outsourcing Explained  26:34 The Benefits of Getting Offshore Hiring Right  27:28 Where to Learn More About Stafi 

Dr. Lenny Luchetti serves God as a local church pastor, preaching professor at two seminaries, guest speaker, author, preaching coach, and church consultant. Lenny is a popular speaker at camps, colleges, conferences, and churches. He has written four books and numerous articles to serve the church. His passion is to make Jesus famous and empower people to live the God-saturated life.

Jaguars C Robert Hainsey joins The O-Zone Podcast to share insight on leadership, offensive line play, Trevor Lawrence's growth, and team chemistry. Later, John Oehser and Kainani Stevens break down Jaguars OTAs, WR Brian Thomas Jr.'s progress, WR Parker Washington's consistency and the impact of a healthier roster. All this and more on The O-Zone Podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We hear consistently that life as a restaurant owner is so hard... but as diners, we can't fully understand what that reality is really like. On this panel, Ben Maides (Au Courant), Paul Urban (Block 16), and Katina Talley (Sweet Magnolias Bake Shop; Know Good) pull back the curtain, tell stories, and lay bare why the restaurant industry is so hard... and why they love it so much that they keep coming back! This episode is raw, honest, and deeply human—giving you a new perspective on the people behind your favorite restaurants.

What to listen for:"If you are not doing search and rescue for the right reasons, you need to look in the mirror. Because it is not about you, and it's not about your dog."Today, our hosts, Stacy Barnett and Robin Greubel, have set the dogs aside (mostly!) to talk about something that affects every handler who has ever posted a training video, shown up to a webinar, or scrolled too far down a comment thread. They're calling it the “toxicity tax,” and they've come to argue it's being paid at every level of the canine world, from nose work titling to search and rescue callouts.The online world, particularly on social media, strips away tone, facial expression, and social consequence, leaving text that people read with whatever emotional state they're already carrying.Robin references the book Don't Feed the Elephants! when she explains that “Avoidaphants” are everywhere in teams that have never sat down to agree on how they want to communicate.Stacy offers sport as a mirror for SAR. The moment you start watching other dogs instead of your own, you've already lost the run. Comparing your dog's time, your team's reputation, your cert against someone else's is a fast road to a distracted, ineffective search.The mission has to be bigger than the handler.Robin and Stacy agree that training is not a recipe. Dogs are individuals, methodology debates serve nobody, and a perfect run every time is evidence of stagnation.What serves the dog, and the missing person, is efficient, effective teamwork built inside a culture that gives grace when the wheels come off. Key Topics:●      Why We Eat Our Own: Social Media in the Canine Community (02:40)●      Staying Humble, Hungry, and Smart (08:32)●      Why Watching Other Dogs Costs You Your Own (15:29)●      Posting Mistakes: Safe Groups vs. the Public Feed (24:25)●      Principles Over Methodology (32:59)●      Constructive Feedback vs. Criticism (37:28)●      Coaching Someone Who's a Hot Mess (41:49)●      Protecting the Volunteer Pipeline (46:30) Resources:·      Don't Feed the Elephants: Overcoming the Art of Avoidance to Build Powerful Partnerships https://amzn.to/4wFYFlk (affiliate link)·      Be the Ideal Team Player: How to Recognize and Cultivate The Three Essential Virtues https://amzn.to/4tJq8jq (affiliate link)We want to hear from you:Check out the K9 Detection Collaborative FB page and comment on the episode post!K9Sensus Detection Dog Trainer AcademyK9Sensus Foundation can be found on Facebook and Instagram. We have a Trainer's Group on Facebook!Scentsabilities Nosework is also on Facebook. Here is a Facebook group you should join!You can follow us for notifications of upcoming episodes, find us at k9detectioncollaborative.com to enjoy the freebies, and tell your friends so you can keep the conversations going.And don't forget to check out the YouTube Channel!

In this episode of Mission Admissions, host Jeremy Tiers has a conversation with longtime Higher Ed leader, Jennifer McCarrel, who shares insights on building and maintaining a strong team culture. Jenn talks about the importance of authenticity, clarity, adaptability, small acts of appreciation, and more! Guest Name: Jennifer McCarrel, Vice Chancellor for Communications and Marketing, The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Guest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifermccarrel/ Guest Bio: Jennifer McCarrel, APR, is a communications and marketing strategist driven by a simple belief: when you tell the right story the right way, you create momentum that changes what's possible. As Vice Chancellor for Communications and Marketing at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke, she leads how the university shows up, connects and grows—overseeing brand, enrollment marketing, media, digital and creative strategy. Jennifer is known for building strong teams, asking the right questions and bringing a clear, intentional approach to aligning storytelling with enrollment, reputation and long-term institutional success. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Jeremy Tiershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremytiers/https://twitter.com/CoachTiersAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Mission Admissions is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3YliqB3qyqg Culture, mentorship, and a willingness to embrace new challenges can open the door to unexpected opportunities. In this episode of Stories from the River, Charlie Malouf welcomes David Kirby, Home Furnishings Associate at the newly opened Spokane Ashley Store and Outlet. David shares his unique career journey from serving 20 years as an Air Force inventory manager to working in warehouse operations, flooring, and sales before finding his way to Broad River Retail. He reflects on what attracted him to the organization, the excitement surrounding the Spokane grand opening, and the support he received from leaders and fellow Memory Makers as he transitioned into his first commission sales role.   Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.    Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com    Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail 

In this Contacts Coaching podcast episode, former guest Bre Smedley, co-founder of Elite Competitor and a championship high school volleyball coach, shares how her mental performance framework has evolved into plug-and-play tools for coaches and resources for parents. She explains key skills—failure recovery (the “snapback routine”), self-talk, and visualization—and describes how the snapback routine (breath, reset word, reset signal) helped her team stay composed in a state championship comeback. Reflecting on a season that ended in third after four straight titles, she discusses how pressure can reveal cracks in culture and the need to systemize values, communication, and accountability. Bre also covers parent influence, including avoiding badmouthing coaches/teammates, improving car-ride conversations, and supporting athlete autonomy, plus guidance on aligning college-sport goals with habits and recruiting effort.00:00 Welcome Back And Reintro01:10 Bre's Coaching Origin Story02:55 From Framework To Coach Program05:10 Snapback Routine Explained09:18 State Title Pressure Test13:02 After The Streak Lessons16:46 Culture Cracks And Systems19:49 Parents Coaches Athletes Triangle22:30 Parenting Mistakes To Avoid25:38 Postgame Parent Mindset26:07 LOVE Talk Framework27:05 Autonomy Over Pressure28:34 College Dream Reality Check31:17 Coach Truth Without Crushing34:40 Parents Driving The Dream37:45 Female Coach Double Standard43:39 Systems To Prevent Drama45:56 Delegation And Injury Lesson49:30 Resources And Wrap UpPrevious Episodes: Bre Smedley Pt. 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1zipbClx90G2u2vOkkYt3c?si=72dca5bf8abb4f3cBre Smedley Pt. 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ba0v7bdGmrI28ziyZ7xjc?si=445b608c271e40f2

What if your team's biggest problem… ISN'T behavior? What if it's belief? Seriously. Because in this conversation, workplace culture expert Dr. Jessica Kriegel drops one of the most important leadership truths we've heard on DREAM THINK DO in a LONG time: "People act in alignment with their beliefs." BOOM. And once you hear her unpack that idea… you'll never think about leadership, accountability, workplace culture, or even your own behavior the same way again. Jessica is the Chief Strategy Officer at Culture Partners, former VP of Workplace Culture at Oracle, keynote speaker, podcast host, and co-author of the upcoming book Surrender to Lead. She's spent years helping organizations—from Fortune 100 companies to hospitals to manufacturing plants—transform culture from the inside out. But what makes this conversation so powerful isn't just the research… It's the honesty. Because Jessica doesn't just talk about culture. She talks about fear. Control. Burnout. Micromanagement. Faith. Surrender. And the exhausting pressure so many leaders quietly carry every single day. Including a moment where she made a radically transparent leadership decision during company-wide layoffs… and it completely changed the outcome. (Seriously… this story alone is worth the listen.) This episode is practical, deeply human, and packed with powerful insights on: Why most leaders are stuck in "The Action Trap" How fear quietly shapes workplace behavior And why surrender—not control—often leads to the BEST results If you've ever felt overwhelmed trying to lead people, influence culture, or carry responsibility well… this conversation is going to hit home. Read the full show notes here: https://mitchmatthews.com/453

Summary In this episode, Andy welcomes back Marcus Buckingham, bestselling author and researcher, to discuss his new book, Design Love In: How to Unleash the Most Powerful Force in Business. For 25 years, Marcus studied the most productive teams, loyal customers, and effective leaders in the world, and the word that kept appearing in his data was one he kept changing: love. Andy and Marcus explore what love actually means in a business context, including how leaders are really experience makers whether they know it or not. You will hear the remarkable story of Josh D'Amaro, the CEO of Disney, and what his leadership reveals about designing love into a team's daily experience. Marcus unpacks the five feelings that lead people to say they love working for a leader, starting with something counterintuitive: control. The conversation also covers tough love, AI's limits as an experience maker, and how these principles can transform how we lead our families too. If you're looking for a fresh, evidence-based look at what drives sustained high performance, this episode is for you! Sound Bites "I kept hearing that word (love) and shame on me, but I did keep changing it because I felt like it was a careless exaggeration of the word like or something." "Don't keep changing the word (love). The word's the word. The question really should be why and how do we replicate it?" "You're paid to change behavior. That's all you're paid to do. You're not paid to run a project. You're paid to change behavior as a leader." "When you send an email, it's not an email. It's an experience for the person on the other end. When you call that team meeting, it's not a team meeting. It's an experience." "You join a company and then you quit your boss." "Undesigned experiences lead to unpredictable outcomes." "It's cowardly, not loving. It's cowardly to leave them in that job." "I am for you. I am for you. That doesn't always mean that I am going to tell you what you wanna hear. It means I want you to flourish." "Loving's an ingredient, right? Loving isn't, 'Be nicer.' Loving's like, 'What are you trying to do for me?'" "The beginning of love is rules. The beginning of love is clarity." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:48 Start of Interview 01:57 Why Marcus Spent Decades Avoiding the Word "Love" 05:47 Misconceptions About Love in Business 11:29 Inside the "Josh Effect" 18:02 What Great Leaders Don't Do 22:13 Local Leadership and Variation in Team Experience 27:54 When Senior Leaders Couldn't Say the Word 31:04 Applying the "Is This Loving or Unloving?" Lens 37:43 Tough Love and Difficult Performance Conversations 46:20 Practical Takeaways: The Five Feelings of Love 50:25 AI and the Role of Love in Leadership 56:34 Designing Love Into Parenting and Family 1:01:26 End of Interview 1:01:57 Andy Comments After the Interview 1:05:03 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Marcus and his work at BuckinghamInstitute.com. For more learning on this topic, check out: Episode 252, which is our earlier interview with Marcus Buckingham. That book still impacts how Andy leads years after having Marcus on the first time. Episode 332 with Kevin Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel. A discussion about keeping your teams engaged and connected, even if they're not co-located. Episode 324 with Jim Harter. Jim is the Chief Scientist at Gallup and they have an insightful discussion about building resilient and thriving teams. Chat with PMeLa You can chat directly with PMeLa—the podcast's AI persona—to get episode recommendations and answers to your project management and leadership questions. Visit PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/PMeLa to chat with her. Pass the PMP Exam If you or someone you know is thinking about getting PMP certified, we've put together a helpful guide called The 5 Best Resources to Help You Pass the PMP Exam on Your First Try. We've helped thousands of people earn their certification, and we'd love to help you too. It's totally free, and it's a great way to get a head start. Just go to 5BestResources.PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com to grab your copy. I'd love to help you get your PMP this year! Join Us for LEAD52 I know you want to be a more confident leader–that's why you listen to this podcast. LEAD52 is a global community of people like you who are committed to transforming their ability to lead and deliver. It's 52 weeks of leadership learning, delivered right to your inbox, taking less than 5 minutes a week. And it's all for free. Learn more and sign up at GetLEAD52.com. Thanks! Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Power Skills Topics: Leadership, Love in Business, Team Culture, Employee Engagement, Customer Experience, Project Management, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Parenting, Organizational Culture, Experience Design The following music was used for this episode: Music: Summer Morning Full Version by MusicLFiles License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Tuesday by Sascha Ende License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

What happens to workplace culture during the summer? In this episode, Jenni Catron explores how leaders can work with the rhythms of summer instead of fighting against them. Learn practical ways to improve employee engagement, prevent team disengagement, and strengthen organizational culture through intentional leadership. Jenni shares five simple but powerful strategies including flexible schedules, smarter meetings, summer team activities, and prioritizing high-impact work that can help leaders boost morale and maintain momentum during the busiest vacation season of the year.Download the Summer Engagement Conversation GuideWe need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us:Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we're available wherever you listen to podcasts.Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

Team culture does not come from compensation packages, slogans, or performance metrics alone. It comes from the way people experience leadership every day. In this episode, we discuss why motivation often breaks down when people lack clarity, meaning, or trust in the environment around them.Ryan and Heidi explain a framework they use with businesses, sports teams, and families that starts with identity and moves into mission, standards, and accountability. The conversation focuses on helping people understand their role, feel connected to the purpose of the environment, and know what is expected of them.The episode also explores why younger generations respond differently to leadership, how psychological safety affects communication and performance, and why culture influences retention more than most leaders realize.If this episode resonates, subscribe, share it with a leader or coach, and leave a review.

In this episode, Larry Krueger and Silver discuss the Giants' surprising turnaround with former Giants GM Ned Colletti. They dive into the team's recent wins and the Dodgers' struggles, with a focus on Shohei Ohtani's impressive performance. Ned shares his insights on the importance of getting the best out of your best players and the value of a strong team culture. The conversation also touches on the Giants' past, including a humorous anecdote about AJ Pierzynski, and the Dodgers' ownership, with a special mention of Mark Walter's driving force behind the team's success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.