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What if one sign of good leadership is that your team needs you less?In this episode of The Management Minute, Dr. Donita Brown reflects on a lesson she has experienced both as a mother and as a leader: doing your job well sometimes means becoming less necessary.After recently dropping her daughter off at college, Dr. Brown found herself thinking about the strange tension that comes with watching someone become more independent. As a parent, the goal was never to remain the answer to everything. It was to teach, support, and eventually trust her daughters to handle more on their own.Leadership follows a similar pattern.When you first take responsibility for a team, people may come to you for decisions, approvals, answers, and direction. Being the person everyone needs can feel good. But effective leadership isn't about keeping people dependent on you.It's about developing people who can make decisions, take ownership, handle responsibilities you once carried, and even make a few safe mistakes along the way.Because the manager who stays in the middle of everything may feel important, but the manager who develops a team that can operate without constant involvement is building something that can last.Who on your team needs less of you than they did a year ago? And can you let that actually be the win?If your organization is working to develop stronger, more independent leaders and teams, Dr. Donita Brown leads in-person and virtual workshops on leadership, followership, and resilience.About The Management Minute:Practical leadership and management ideas you can actually use. The Management Minute with Dr. Donita Brown delivers short, actionable conversations on leadership, communication, resilience, workplace culture, and professional growth.Bring The Management Minute to Your OrganizationDr. Donita Brown leads in-person and virtual workshops designed to help leaders and teams communicate better, build resilience, and strengthen the way they work together.Interested in bringing a workshop to your organization? Learn more or get in touch here: [https://www.management-minute.com/workshops]Connect with Dr. Donita BrownLinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/donitabrown] Management Minute: [https://www.management-minute.com/]
Hour 2: The guys are discussing the upcoming press conference with Buster Posey, Zach Manazzi, and Tony V, where they'll be addressing the team's disappointing season. But before that, they're diving into the topic of the Giants' ownership and their commitment to winning. The conversation gets heated as they discuss the team's lack of urgency and the need for a change in leadership. The guys are questioning whether the Giants are truly committed to winning, or if they're just trying to stay relevant. They point out that the team's payroll is 13th in the league, and that they're not spending enough to compete with the likes of the Dodgers and other top teams. They also discuss the team's minor league system, which they believe has the potential to be a game-changer. But with the team's current leadership, it's unclear if they'll be able to capitalize on this talent. Larry Kruger joins the show today, filling in for Marcus Boucher, who's out sick. Kruger brings his signature Midwestern toughness and humor to the conversation, and the guys have a great time discussing everything from the Giants' ownership to the team's prospects. They also take calls from listeners, who share their thoughts on the team's performance and what they want to hear from Buster Posey during the press conference. If you're a Giants fan, you won't want to miss this episode. The guys are passionate and honest about their opinions, and they're not afraid to speak truth to power. Tune in to hear their discussion on the team's future and what they think needs to change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2: The guys are discussing the upcoming press conference with Buster Posey, Zach Manazzi, and Tony V, where they'll be addressing the team's disappointing season. But before that, they're diving into the topic of the Giants' ownership and their commitment to winning. The conversation gets heated as they discuss the team's lack of urgency and the need for a change in leadership. The guys are questioning whether the Giants are truly committed to winning, or if they're just trying to stay relevant. They point out that the team's payroll is 13th in the league, and that they're not spending enough to compete with the likes of the Dodgers and other top teams. They also discuss the team's minor league system, which they believe has the potential to be a game-changer. But with the team's current leadership, it's unclear if they'll be able to capitalize on this talent. Larry Kruger joins the show today, filling in for Marcus Boucher, who's out sick. Kruger brings his signature Midwestern toughness and humor to the conversation, and the guys have a great time discussing everything from the Giants' ownership to the team's prospects. They also take calls from listeners, who share their thoughts on the team's performance and what they want to hear from Buster Posey during the press conference. If you're a Giants fan, you won't want to miss this episode. The guys are passionate and honest about their opinions, and they're not afraid to speak truth to power. Tune in to hear their discussion on the team's future and what they think needs to change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you just stepped into a leadership role and your team keeps avoiding the one task that actually moves the needle, there's something simple and concrete you can do to start motivating people the right way. In this episode, I walk through the exact reframe I taught a sales manager client to get her team motivated without micromanaging, making ultimatums, or losing her own voice in the process.You'll walk away with the one sentence that turned dreaded work into shared ambition, and the mindset shift behind it you can use in your very next team meeting.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy a system that wasn't built for you can make you feel like the problem, when you're over-performing yet under-earning How to reframe the work your team dreads so they run toward it instead of away from itWhy moving people toward a win beats moving them away from pain, and how to discern what precisely to say as a managerWhat happened in one coaching consultation that made my client say, "That just blew my mind. I'd never seen it that way!"How to book your free 1:1 consultation for executive coaching with me here: www.jamieleecoach.com/applyText me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with meBook a free hour-long consultation with me. You'll leave with your custom blueprint to confidence, and we'll ensure it's a slam-dunk fit for you before you commit to working with me 1:1. Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
Dr. Sunita Sah asked nurses in a large hospital what stopped them from speaking up about medical errors. They gave her two answers. They were afraid of the repercussions, and they had learned that speaking up changed nothing. Then she asked their managers the same question. The managers did not name fear or effectiveness. They said the nurses were not taking responsibility, and did not have the skill set. Same floor, two completely different stories. That gap is why near misses go unreported in your plant. Sunita is a physician turned organizational psychologist, a professor at Cornell, and the author of Defy, a USA Today national bestseller. She joins Trevor to talk about insinuation anxiety, the reason we go quiet because speaking up would imply someone else is wrong, and about the piece almost every plant skips. We train for safety and we never practice the conversation. As she puts it, under duress you do not rise to the level of your expectations, you fall to the level of your practice. Trevor tells the story of a termination he carried out because he did not say no, and it is still the worst one of his career. Her line to sit with: compliance might be our default, but it is not our destiny. Defy is available in hardcover as Defy: The Power of No in a World That Demands Yes and in paperback as Defy: How to Speak Up When It Matters. Find Sunita at sunitasah.com. Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe at manufacturinggreatness.com/subscribe and get bonus content in our newsletter! Connect with Trevor: LinkedIn
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Frustrated CEO, we continue our Hidden Dynamics Killing Execution series by unpacking a common, and often overlooked, organizational dynamic: “The Voice of the People.”Who speaks for your team when leadership isn't in the room?Every organization has someone who takes it upon themselves to tell leadership what “everyone” is thinking, feeling, or saying. Sometimes, this person is genuinely trying to help. They may care deeply about the team and believe they are providing leadership with valuable insight.But when this dynamic goes unchecked, it can create a very different outcome.Gossip can replace direct communication. Assumptions can become “facts.” Leaders can begin receiving filtered versions of what employees actually think, and team members may become increasingly comfortable communicating through a representative rather than having the conversations that need to happen directly.In Episode 112, we explore:What the “Voice of the People” dynamic looks like inside an organization.Why people step into this role, even when their intentions are good.How this behavior can unintentionally fuel gossip and distorted information.The impact it can have on trust, accountability, and execution.How leaders can recognize and redirect the behavior.Why employees may feel they need someone to speak for them.And the bigger leadership question: Why does your organization need a “Voice of the People” in the first place?If your organization relies on informal messengers, hallway conversations, or one person to tell leadership what the team “really thinks,” this episode is worth a listen.Strong execution requires more than getting people to communicate. It requires creating an environment where people feel safe, responsible, and empowered to communicate directly.
In part two of my chat with Staci Millard, host of The Small Business School Podcast, we dive into visibility, leadership, personal growth and what it really takes to show up well in business. We talk about how your season of business can shape the way you approach social media, growth and where your energy is best spent. We also get into the behind-the-scenes of building something new, managing imposter syndrome and becoming a stronger leader, while creating habits that help us show up as the best version of ourselves. Catch part 1 if you missed it here! Tune in to hear more about:• Why visibility matters, but should still align with the season your business is in.• How Staci is navigating the uncomfortable process of building software and learning to hold belief in a bigger vision.• Why leadership starts with how you regulate yourself, communicate and show up for your team.• The self-development practices we both prioritize, from sleep and nervous system regulation to movement and mindset.• Why creating energy, confidence and consistency can have such a powerful ripple effect in business and life.Growth asks us to become a different version of ourselves along the way. Whether that means stepping into stronger leadership, sharing more of the journey, protecting our energy or simply believing in ourselves before everyone else can see the vision, the work starts with us. I'd love to hear what stood out most to you from this convo! Send me a DM on Instagram @AlliArruda and let me know!Instagram: @staci.millard /// @thriveaccountingPodcast: The Small Business School PodcastThrive Accounting WebsiteLet's Connect!• INSPIRE + MOVE EVENTS• Instagram• Private Coaching• BENCHMARK FITNESS• Website• Facebook• TikTok
Hour 3: This episode of The Sports Leader is a must-listen for all 49ers fans, as Murph and Marcus sit down with the team's president of football operations and general manager, John Lynch. The conversation is filled with insights into the team's preparation for their upcoming international game in Australia, as well as updates on key players like Nick Bosa and George Kittle. The episode kicks off with a hilarious story about actor Nick Turturro, who drops by the show with a tray of chicken tenders and shares his love for the food. The conversation then shifts to the 49ers' decision to play their first game of the season in Australia, and John Lynch explains the reasoning behind this choice. He discusses the team's research and consultation with experts, including sports scientists and rugby players, to determine the best approach for their players. John also shares updates on the status of key players, including Nick Bosa and George Kittle, who are both working towards a return to the field after injuries. He talks about the team's defensive coordinator, Raheem Morris, and how he's brought a fresh approach to the team's defense. Additionally, John discusses the recent changes in the team's leadership, including the departure of Parag Marathe and the promotion of Al Guido to CEO. If you're a 49ers fan, you won't want to miss this episode of The Sports Leader. John Lynch shares valuable insights into the team's preparation and strategy, and the conversation is filled with humor and personality. Tune in to hear the full conversation and get ready for the upcoming season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3: This episode of The Sports Leader is a must-listen for all 49ers fans, as Murph and Marcus sit down with the team's president of football operations and general manager, John Lynch. The conversation is filled with insights into the team's preparation for their upcoming international game in Australia, as well as updates on key players like Nick Bosa and George Kittle. The episode kicks off with a hilarious story about actor Nick Turturro, who drops by the show with a tray of chicken tenders and shares his love for the food. The conversation then shifts to the 49ers' decision to play their first game of the season in Australia, and John Lynch explains the reasoning behind this choice. He discusses the team's research and consultation with experts, including sports scientists and rugby players, to determine the best approach for their players. John also shares updates on the status of key players, including Nick Bosa and George Kittle, who are both working towards a return to the field after injuries. He talks about the team's defensive coordinator, Raheem Morris, and how he's brought a fresh approach to the team's defense. Additionally, John discusses the recent changes in the team's leadership, including the departure of Parag Marathe and the promotion of Al Guido to CEO. If you're a 49ers fan, you won't want to miss this episode of The Sports Leader. John Lynch shares valuable insights into the team's preparation and strategy, and the conversation is filled with humor and personality. Tune in to hear the full conversation and get ready for the upcoming season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Karin Lindner has spent fourteen years trying to make manufacturing attractive to the people who work in it, and she says it is still not there. Her new book, Making Manufacturing Sexy, argues that most manufacturing leaders are not leading. They are surviving, stuck in a system that rewards firefighting. Karin and Trevor both worked at Magna. In this conversation they get into what actually changes a plant, and it is not the equipment. Karin shares the coaching tagline she uses with every client, be curious rather than furious, and the story of a general manager who described himself as passionate when what he meant was that he lost control under pressure. Trevor tells the story of the whiteboard he once wrote on, and the shop floor leader whose feedback stopped him cold. They walk through the five non-negotiable shifts from the book, starting with the way you open your very next production meeting, and finishing with the one every leader avoids: stop tolerating what hurts performance. Karin's line to sit with: we judge ourselves by our intentions and we judge others by their actions. Making Manufacturing Sexy by Karin Lindner is available now. Find Karin on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/karinlindner and at karicosolutions.com. Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe at manufacturinggreatness.com/subscribe and get bonus content in our newsletter! Connect with Trevor: LinkedIn
Every leader has a plan — until the road closes. The question isn't whether you'll hit a detour. It's whether you've been honest enough about which ones you could have seen coming. In this episode, Jamie sits down with Matt Stobb, CEO of Your Health, for a candid conversation on what detours really cost healthcare leaders — and what they can teach us. Drawing on real moments from the frontlines of healthcare leadership, Jamie and Matt explore the difference between detours we create and detours we inherit, and what we owe our teams when we hit either one. Key topics covered: The critical difference between avoidable and unavoidable detours — and how leaders confuse the two Why "there's no lesson in the second kick of a mule" is the most underrated leadership principle in healthcare A leader's real job when the detour hits: take responsibility, communicate openly, and run toward the fire — not away from it How navigating hard moments together is one of the most powerful team-building forces in healthcare Why the detour sometimes becomes a better route than the one you originally planned If you're in the middle of a detour right now — or just past one you're still processing — this episode will meet you there.
What does it take to lead one of the world's premier military aerobatic teams?In the final chapter of our three-part series, Major Maciej "Match" Hatta takes us inside life as "The Boss", aka Snowbird 1 and Team Lead of the Canadian Forces Snowbirds. From the demanding selection process and culture of trust that defines the team to the responsibility of leading eight other pilots in close formation, Match shares what it means to lead the team.We also explore the remarkable people behind the scenes who make every performance possible, the legacy of the CT-114 Tutor, and why the Snowbirds continue to inspire Canadians more than 50 years after their first season.Join us as we conclude the story behind The Boss.Chapters(00:00:58) Introduction and welcome(00:03:34) What led you to the Snowbirds?(00:04:50) Deferring Test Pilot School for the Snowbirds(00:07:01) Why the Snowbirds were turning away jet pilots(00:08:33) Can you become Snowbird 1 as a first-year Snowbird?(00:10:07) Going through Snowbird selection(00:17:23) Snowbirds formation cues(00:23:34) Are you looking at your instruments during formation flying?(00:25:58) What was harder than you expected on the Snowbirds?(00:28:02) Match's mid-air collision(00:37:33) Did they lose trust in you?(00:38:54) Lessons from the first tour that still shape Snowbird 1(00:40:58) Why return to the Snowbirds?(00:44:42) What did it mean to become Snowbird 1?(00:46:25) Does it feel different to be the boss?(00:51:31) Selecting Snowbird 1(00:53:19) The three qualities of a successful Snowbird(00:55:14) Why Snowbirds have to be "always on"(00:59:28) The people behind the scenes who make it happen(01:03:55) What makes this season special?(01:05:55) Why preseason flying went so well(01:08:11) What can audiences expect this season?(01:12:19) The canopy-to-canopy roll(01:14:49) The legacy of the CT-114 Tutor(01:17:51) What should Canadians take away from this season?(01:20:20) Thanks and what's next!CONTINUE THE FLIGHTEXPLORE THE LOGBOOKMore stories from RCAF and mission aviation pilots.https://podpilotproject.transistor.fm/episodes
Hello, Voices of the Bench community. This is Casey Baldwin with Ivoclar. If you've been curious about fast-firing zirconia to improve efficiency but aren't convinced it can deliver predictable, high-quality results, I'd encourage you to connect with us. Our new IPS emax Zirconia, offers multiple fast-fire protocols designed to help you save valuable production time while maintaining consistent outcomes. Time is money in every lab. Don't wait. Reach out today and discover how IPS emax Zirconia can help streamline your workflow. As full-arch dentistry continues to grow, so do the demands on today's dental laboratories. That's why Knight Dental recently launched SimplyARCH Studio, a dedicated production environment built exclusively for full-arch restorations. To support this specialized workflow, Knight invested in an XTCERA milling system and carefully evaluated multiple CAM software solutions before choosing hyperDENT. The decision came down to exceptional milling quality, minimal hand finishing, and impressive production efficiency. But what truly set hyperDENT apart was the implementation process. From the very beginning, the team provided more than software training—they shared the knowledge and experience needed to build an optimized workflow for complex full-arch cases. With proven expertise in advanced milling strategies and laboratory production, hyperDENT helped ensure SimplyARCH Studio was designed for long-term success from day one. Join us at the Race For the Future 12 to raise money for the Foundation For Dental Laborary Technology. September 27th in Valley View, Texas! https://dentallabfoundation.org/news-events/race-for-the-future/ Shawn Nowak from Nowak Dental Supplies joins Elvis and Barb to talk all things NOLA LabFest October 15-17th, including the welcome addition to the speaker lineup: martial arts instructor and business coach Jude Grayson. After Jude's keynote at last year's LabFest, the response was strong enough to bring him back for another keynote and a breakout session. The conversation starts with the obvious question: what the heck does a karate instructor know about the dental laboratory industry? As Jude explains, quite a bit. Having practiced martial arts since he was five years old and built a career around teaching, competition, entrepreneurship, and business coaching, Jude draws a surprising number of parallels between martial arts and business. He talks about discipline, competition, confidence, risk, and his “five-year-old board break moment”—the idea that sometimes the ability to succeed is already inside us, and the right coach simply helps unlock it. He also explains how those lessons translate into working with business owners and helping them recognize opportunities they may not see themselves. The conversation then turns toward one of the biggest challenges facing dental laboratories today: knowing when it's time to pivot. With technology, AI, 3D printing, changing doctor workflows, and the evolving DSO landscape continuing to reshape the industry, Jude's NOLA LabFest keynote will focus on how business owners can recognize when change is necessary, decide when to act, and understand the risks that come with being an early adopter. He also shares some great perspective on failure, competition, and why making a bad business decision doesn't necessarily mean you've lost—the real loss comes when you stop competing altogether. Shawn also gives us a look at what else is happening at NOLA LabFest, including education on AI, social media marketing, employee culture, DSOs, and other topics affecting dental laboratories right now. And, of course, there's plenty of the NOLA LabFest fun mixed in, from the masquerade party and distillery tour to the return of Family Feud. It's a conversation about business, leadership, taking risks, and finding ways to keep dental laboratories moving forward—and it all starts with a karate instructor walking into a dental show.Special Guests: Jude Grayson and Shawn Nowak.
Most leaders try to manage a crisis with logic; it rarely works. In this episode of Leading Through Crisis, host Céline Williams sits down with Doug Noll — a former trial lawyer, peacemaker, and author of De-Escalate — who spent over a decade teaching maximum-security inmates how to stop fights before they start. Doug breaks down the neuroscience of conflict: why 95% of the brain is emotional (not rational), why the prefrontal cortex shuts down under threat, and why leading through logic during a crisis is fighting biology itself. He introduces a simple, research-backed technique called affect labeling (saying "you feel" and naming someone's emotion) that can calm a nervous system in under two minutes, whether you're in a boardroom, a family crisis, or a prison yard. Along the way, Doug shares one of the most powerful stories from his 10 years working in California and Connecticut prisons: a woman serving a 25-to-life sentence who used this exact skill to reconnect with the son she had relinquished 18 years earlier. If you're a business owner, executive, or leader who wants practical tools for leading through change, conflict, and crisis — not just theory — this conversation will change how you show up in every hard conversation you have next. — Douglas E. Noll, JD, MA, is a lawyer-turned-peacemaker. He is an award-winning author, teacher, trainer, and highly experienced mediator. Doug's work carries him from international work to helping people resolve deep interpersonal and ideological conflicts. His training has included everything from teaching life inmates to be peacemakers and mediators in maximum-security prisons to training analysts at the Congressional Budget Office how to de-escalate members of Congress and staff. You can learn more at https://dougnoll.com. The special site with resources for our listeners, https://dougnoll.co/crisis, goes live August 17th. You can also connect with Doug on... LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougnoll/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DouglasNoll Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/douglasenoll/ Or subscribe to his YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtAHXdBT1Y0Pl7SGrM_HcFw Doug's new book, Empathy Leadership, comes out at the beginning of September. Pre-order here: https://dougnoll.com/books/empathy-leadership
Change is inevitable and, these days, seemingly constant. The responsibility to manage change effectively is a large one that can weigh heavily on the shoulders of a conscientious leader. There are many ways to get it right and many ways to get it wrong when it comes to guiding your team or organization through change. What I see too often is leaders announcing a new direction, initiative, or process without helping employees understand the larger context (what I call “the why behind the what”), or recognizing and honoring the impact the change will have on the people closest to the work. When leaders aren't intentional and strategic in leading change, employees can be left carrying confusion, frustration, and an ever-growing workload. Over time, the costs of poorly managed change can undermine trust and organizational integrity, resulting in anything from decreased morale to a mass exodus of high-performing employees. In this episode, I'm breaking down five common change-management mistakes that may be exhausting your team. I'll talk about the key and critical difference between communicating change and managing change, what leaders miss when they underestimate the frontline experience, and why resistance isn't necessarily a sign that employees are unwilling to adapt. Sometimes, what looks like resistance is actually a request for more information, more involvement, or more time to process what is being lost. I'll also share how leaders can create more thoughtful and sustainable change by communicating the bigger “why,” involving employees earlier, making space for questions and grief, and honestly assessing the team's capacity before introducing another initiative. If your organization is navigating ongoing change - or your employees seem increasingly disengaged, cynical, or depleted - this episode will help you lead the transition with greater clarity, empathy, and intention. Links Mentioned: Early Bird Enrollment is open for my Aligned Leadership Incubator! Save $500 if you apply by June 30th: saradean.com/aligned Hire Sara to speak: saradean.com/speaking Coach with Sara: https://saradean.com/executive-coaching-services Connect with Sara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saradeanspeaks Watch Shameless Leadership episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@saradeanspeaks Thank you to our sponsor, Ironwall. Stop online threats before they become real-world attacks. Visit ironwall.com/SHAMELESS and request a free Risk Assessment to see exactly how exposed your executives are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send us Fan MailThe leadership pressure test reveals what a leader has already practiced. In this episode, I sit down with Jon Sheldon, founder of BelleauWood Coaching, to explore the leadership pressure test through lessons he learned as a Marine squad leader and Fortune 500 sales executive.Jon explains why clear decisions begin with knowing yourself. His professional blueprint centers on purpose, vision, the environment where you thrive, and what motivates you. Then he pressure-tests those answers against real behavior. Courage is more than a value on paper. A leader has to show where courage held and where it gave way.We also talk about radical honesty, the cost of making firm calls, and the discipline of keeping the mission in view when emotion runs high. Jon shares a simple framework for those moments: define the mission, name the obstacle, and choose the first action. If you lead a team through growth or uncertainty, this conversation offers a grounded way to respond with clarity.Chapter Breakdown00:00 Meet Jon Sheldon: Marine Leader and Executive Coach02:29 How Responsibility Forged a Leader05:12 Why Mistakes Are Inevitable Under Pressure06:40 Learning to Think 13 Moves Ahead08:54 The Mission, Obstacle, Actions Framework10:06 Build Your Professional Leadership Blueprint13:33 Pressure-Test the Leader You Claim to Be15:26 Why a Four-Hour Seminar Cannot Build a Leader17:49 Radical Honesty and the Courage to Be Unpopular20:35 The Cost and Loneliness of Leadership24:20 Protect Time to Keep Growing as a Leader29:19 Books That Make Leadership PracticalBooks MentionedThe Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan HolidayLeadership Strategy and Tactics: Field Manual by Jocko WillinkNever Split the Difference by Chris VossBecause I Said I Would by Alex SheenYour Desired Future by Dr. Henry CloudA Return on Failure by John C. MaxwellConnect with Jon SheldonVisit BelleauWood Coaching, connect with Jon on LinkedIn, or follow @belleauwood_coaching on Instagram.I want to invite you to check out the Committed Mastermind, a community I help lead along with world-class leaders like JC and Karen Hite, Vinnie Fisher, and Jonathan Mast, plus incredible mentors like Dr. Gary Chapman, author of The 5 Love Languages, and many others.This is for entrepreneurs who want to build a thriving business without sacrificing their faith, their family, or their health.Check out the Committed Mastermind at https://committedmastermind.com/---- 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.Connect with Dr. William Attaway:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTube
Send us Fan MailIn Part 2 of our series, Hidden Dynamics That Are Killing Execution, Patrick and Patsy unpack one of leadership's most overlooked patterns: The Rescuer.While rescuing often comes from a place of genuine care, it can quietly create dependency, stifle growth, and leave leaders exhausted. In this episode, you'll learn how to recognize this hidden dynamic, shift from solving every problem yourself, and build the capability your team needs to think critically and take ownership.Discover practical strategies to break the cycle of dependence, empower your people, and create the conditions for sustainable execution—without always having to step in and save the day.If you're a leader who wants to develop stronger, more self-sufficient teams, this conversation is for you.Topics covered:-The hidden cost of the Rescuer dynamic-Why good intentions can undermine execution-How to build capability instead of dependency-Practical ways to empower your team to solve problems independently
In this episode, Dan and Lauren are joined by Dr. Laura Greenhaw, Assistant Professor of Agricultural Leadership in the Department of Agricultural Education and Communication at the University of Florida. Laura's path to the leadership classroom ran through a ranching family in rural New Mexico, years teaching high school agriculture, and a Ph.D. at Texas Tech — where she first watched a fellow doctoral student weave film clips into teaching and never looked back. The conversation explores how Laura has turned film into a deliberate, evidence-based tool for teaching team leadership and group development. Students arrive already knowing what leadership and teamwork feel like, she argues, but they rarely share the same mental model of the words — and film creates a shared experience the whole class can debrief together. Laura walks through the research arc she has built with collaborator Matthew Gold: applying Tuckman and Jensen's stages of small-group development to Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, examining how Hogwarts house identity shapes team decision-making, and comparing inductive and deductive sequencing with The Imitation Game. Along the way, she and the hosts trade the practical craft of film-based teaching — student choice, "REEL" analysis papers, showing full-length films as students' viewing habits change — and talk candidly about navigating sensitive content with intention. Dan connects it all to his own long-running "Leadership in Film" assignment and the Collegiate Leadership Competition's curated clip library. Resources and works mentioned in this episode include: Gold, M., & Greenhaw, L. L. (2024). Harry Potter and the Leadership Educator: Using Film to Teach Team Leadership. Journal of Leadership Education, 23(2), 121–127. Dyment, M. A., Gold, M., & Greenhaw, L. (2026). The Science of Sorting: Analyzing Team Decision-Making in an Agricultural Communication and Leadership Course Using Hogwarts Houses. Journal of Agricultural Education, 67(1), Article 18. Gold, M., Greenhaw, L. L., & Bunch, J. C. (2025). Decrypting Enigma: Utilizing 'The Imitation Game' to Analyze the Impact of Abstraction Order on Team Development Comprehension. Journal of Leadership Education, advance online publication. UF/IFAS Leading Teams series — Greenhaw's Extension publication series on the stages of group development Tuckman, B. W., & Jensen, M. C. (1977). Stages of Small-Group Development Revisited. Group & Organization Management, 2(4), 419–427. Wimmer, G., Meyers, C., Porter, H., & Shaw, M. (2012). Learning Vicariously: Students' Reflections of the Leadership Lessons Portrayed in The Office. Journal of Leadership Education, 11(2), 52–71. Collegiate Leadership Competition — Dan's curated film-clip library Dr. Gaea Hock — Professor of Agricultural Education, Kansas State University Matthew Gold — Ph.D. student, The Ohio State University
"When there's a gap between our intention and our impact, we diminish others and our communication."The best leaders don't succeed because they have all the answers—they succeed because they bring out the best thinking in others. Liz Wiseman, executive advisor, CEO of the Wiseman Group, and author of the million-copy bestseller Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter, has spent years studying why some leaders amplify the intelligence around them while others unintentionally hold people back. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Wiseman joins Matt Abrahams to explore the habits of multiplier leaders, the subtle ways well-intentioned managers accidentally diminish their teams, and how curiosity, trust, and thoughtful communication create environments where people can do their best work. Together, they share practical strategies for leading with greater impact by aligning your intentions with the experience you create for others.Key Takeaways:Great leaders multiply, not diminish. Create trust, ask more than you tell, and challenge people to do their best thinking instead of stepping in with the answers.Good intentions aren't enough. The most effective communicators pay attention to the impact of their actions, ensuring their support empowers others rather than unintentionally holding them back.Activity:Ask the multiplier question. At the end of your next one-on-one or team meeting, ask: "What do you need from me to do your best work?" Listen without jumping in to solve the problem. Focus on understanding what will help others think, contribute, and perform at their highest level.To listen to the extended Deep Thinks version of this episode, please visit FasterSmarter.io/premium.Episode Reference Links:Liz WisemanLiz's Book: Multipliers147. Disrupt Yourself: How to Innovate Who You Are and Become Who You Can Be212. Break It to Make It: Disrupt Your Way to the Perfect Job FitConnect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (00:55) - Multipliers vs. Diminishers (02:26) - The Habits That Hold Teams Back (03:54) - Safety, Stretch, & Trust (05:12) - Curiosity Over Control (06:56) - The Most Important Leadership Question (09:14) - Becoming an Impact Player (12:20) - When Good Intentions Backfire (15:54) - Accidental Diminishing (19:47) - The Final Three Questions (25:07) - Conclusion
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
As a dental leader, it can be easy to mistake team members with different goals, communication styles, and values as underperformers.In this episode, Michelle Affanato, from Affinity Management, shares her journey of embracing individuality within her team. She came to the realization early in her career that not everyone is wired the same, and this single shift in perspective allowed her to enhance her leadership skills dramatically. Listen to Michelle's secret to flourishing relationships with your staff along with improved results for your dental practice. Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover how empathy and high expectations can co-exist, propelling you and your practice towards your best year yet.Listen to Michelle's Other Episodes Here:471: Startup Staffing Strategy: How Do You Solve the Opening Day Dilemma? | Michelle Affanato – The Dental Marketer PodcastHost: Michael AriasJoin my newsletter: https://thedentalmarketer.lpages.co/newsletter/Join this podcast's Facebook Group: The Dental Marketer SocietyLove the Podcast? Follow on Your Favorite App! https://lnkfi.re/TDMPod
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
What separates great leaders from everyone else? In this episode of Everything Is Personal, Len May sits down with Terry Mendez, CEO of Safe Harbor Financial, to discuss leadership, entrepreneurship, business transformation, financial innovation, team building, AI, technology, and the future of business. Terry shares lessons from his career at Deloitte, Arthur Andersen, Fortune 500 companies, and high-growth businesses. The conversation explores leadership, communication, innovation, customer experience, financial services, entrepreneurship, business strategy, and how successful leaders build organisations that continue to grow. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, business owner, or someone interested in leadership and innovation, this episode offers practical insights that can help you think differently about business and success. EndoDNA: Where Genetic Science Meets Actionable Patient Care EndoDNA bridges the gap between complex genomics and patient wellness. Our patented DNA analysis platforms and AI technology provide genetic insights that support and enhance your clinical expertise. Click here to check out to take control over your Personal Health & Wellness Connect with EndoDNA on SOCIAL: IG | X | YOUTUBE | FB Connect with host, Len May, on IG Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
"If these masters are still continually trying to improve their own craft, I don't have any excuses."The world's best don't reach the top and stop learning—they keep refining their craft. David Rogier, founder and CEO of MasterClass, has spent years sitting across from elite performers, athletes, artists, and entrepreneurs—and he's discovered that excellence is less about talent than a relentless commitment to growth. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, he joins Matt Abrahams to share lessons from building a company around learning, persuasion, and communication. From earning the trust of high-profile talent to leading creative and technical teams, Rogier reveals why curiosity, adaptability, and authentic relationship-building are essential communication skills.Takeaways:Lead with curiosity. Build trust by asking thoughtful questions and focusing on the other person's needs, not your own. Never stop improving. The world's top performers continuously seek feedback, refine their skills, and embrace lifelong learning.Activity:Study an expert. Watch a communicator you admire—a speaker, leader, or interviewer—and identify three techniques they use to engage their audience. Try incorporating one of those techniques into your next presentation or meeting.Printable Extended Takeaways & ActivitiesEpisode Reference Links:David RogierMatt's MasterClassConnect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (00:39) - The Power of Learning (01:28) - Building Trust (04:21) - Creating Great Content (07:23) - Leading Different Teams (09:45) - Learning from Masters (10:54) - Communicating with a Stutter (14:00) - The Final Three Questions (17:39) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors. These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.To see what Scribe could look like for your organization, head to scribe.how/thinkfast and mention Think Fast for your first month of Scribe Capture free.
When's the last time you said yes when everything in you wanted to say no? Every yes is a no to something else, usually the work that mattered more, and we end up drowning in our own yeses. Trevor breaks down the hidden math of saying yes, why productive beats busy, and how to say no without burning the relationship, even when it's your boss asking. You don't refuse, you reframe: I want to help, here's what I'd have to move, which option works best. It comes down to capacity and priorities, the heart of manufacturing team leadership.
Celebrating 300 episodes with listener questions from around the world. In this special 300th episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, host Matt Abrahams celebrates a major milestone with a live Ask Matt Anything session featuring questions from listeners around the world—and a few from the team behind the show. He introduces a new communication framework, PREP (Point, Reason, Example, Point), before tackling topics ranging from word recall and public speaking nerves to storytelling, AI's impact on communication, giving difficult feedback, and using gestures more effectively. Along the way, he shares practical strategies, favorite communication techniques, and lessons learned from 300 episodes dedicated to helping people communicate with confidence, clarity, and connection.To listen to the extended Deep Thinks version of this episode, please visit FasterSmarter.io/premium.Episode Reference Links:Ep.250 How to Navigate Conflict: Tools For Productive Communication Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (01:13) - PREP Framework (04:13) - Improving Word Recall (07:10) - Public Speaking Nerves (11:35) - Concise vs. Detailed Communication (13:39) - AI & Communication Skills (16:12) - Storytelling Fundamentals (18:51) - Lingo vs. Jargon (20:22) - Difficult Feedback Conversations (22:36) - The Power of Paraphrasing (25:07) - Effective Gestures (29:28) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors. These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost. Upwork is a one-stop platform to find, hire, and pay expert freelancers. Visit upwork.com right now and post your job for free.
With the Giants' leadership is under scrutiny, Dieter and Todd welcome Susan Slusser of The San Francisco Chronicle to attempt to ascertain what is happening with the organization. We discuss the team's communication issues, and what it means for the future of the franchise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What does it take to build a team that trusts each other enough to go through hard things together... not around them?Mike Macdonald is the head coach of the Seattle Seahawks and one of the youngest head coaches in modern NFL history to win a Super Bowl. His path is an unusual one. He grew up with almost no family pipeline into football, a baseball kid in Georgia who fell in love with the strategy of the game watching his dad's home video of his eighth-grade football games. When an injury ended his playing days in high school, he didn't walk away. He filmed practice, coached the linebackers his senior year, and discovered the itch that would carry him from the pressure cooker of big-time college football at Georgia to the Baltimore Ravens, and eventually to Seattle.At the center of how he leads is a principle his team lives by: through, not around. Earn what you achieve. No excuses. Work the problem together, and in a way that's matter of fact rather than personal. Mike tells the story of the biggest adversity of his NFL career, a blown multiple-score lead as Baltimore's new defensive coordinator, and the decision that followed: no blame game, name himself the common denominator, and square up with the problem alongside his players. When the players felt the coaches were in the fight with them, the buy-in came, and the defense turned.This conversation is also a rare one for Finding Mastery: Dr. Michael Gervais has spent the past year working alongside Coach Mike and the Seahawks, and that shared history opens avenues for discussion most interviews never reach. They dig into why confidence and self-efficacy are trainable skills, even for a Super Bowl winning head coach, why clarity is one of the deepest forms of respect a leader can offer, and the Harvard baseball dream a young Coach Mike let slip because, in his words, he played it too safe. Mike Gervais opens up about recognizing that same story in his own life... the fear of looking like you don't have what it takes. They close with imposter syndrome on the way to a Super Bowl, a graduation photo full of badges, and what it means to hand the trophy back to the team.In this conversation, we explore:Why “through, not around” is the foundation of the Seahawks' cultureHow confidence and self-efficacy become trainable skillsWhy clarity from leadership is one of the deepest forms of trustHow taking responsibility in front of the room earns buy-inWhy players always know which leaders are authenticHow fear of failure quietly keeps us playing it safeWhat imposter syndrome looks like on the way to a Super BowlIf you've ever been tempted to go around a hard conversation, a hard problem, or a hard moment, this conversation offers a way to go through it... together.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 XSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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.
In this episode of The Real Build, I sit down with Stefanie Schied to discuss her journey, leadership philosophy, and the path that brought her to RK Reiman Construction.Starting her career in administration, Stefanie shares how those early experiences helped shape her understanding of business operations, team culture, and what it takes to support a growing company. From learning the fundamentals to taking on greater responsibilities, she reflects on the lessons, challenges, and opportunities that fueled her professional growth.Whether you're an aspiring leader, business professional, or simply interested in the people behind luxury homebuilding, this conversation offers valuable insights on growth, perseverance, and creating impact through your work.
Welcome to Episode 391 of the Worship Probs Podcast - We're glad you're here! In this episode, Brian is joined by Heath Bottomly and Brenna Pavkov to talk about team leadership. Plus, they share some hilarious Prayer Concerns and valuable resources for your ministry. Check it out - and like, comment, subscribe, and share with a friend! Learn more and stay connected with - Worship Probs (instagram.com/worshipprobs) // Brian Tabor (instagram.com/briantabor) // Heath Bottomly (instagram.com/heathmichaelbottomly) // Brenna Pavkov (instagram.com/brennapavkov) Special thank you to Ally at Ally B Creative for editing the podcast [Follow @allybachanos and visit linktr.ee/allybachanos], and our great friend Scott Hoke for the voiceover intro [Visit www.scotthokevoice.com].
What you'll learn in this episode: ● Why leadership levels change depending on relationships and trust ● How leaders can operate at different leadership levels with different people ● The role adaptability plays in effective leadership ● Why some successful organizations lose their direction over time ● How ego can quietly sabotage leadership growth ● The importance of understanding people before trying to lead them
What you'll learn in this episode: ● The key difference between leading and managing ● How your words can carry more weight than you realize ● Why great leaders attract people seeking guidance ● How to empower your team through influence, not authority ● The mindset shift that transforms management into leadership
Marketing leaders are being asked to drive more growth with less budget, fewer resources, tighter timelines, and more pressure from every direction while AI is being treated like the shortcut to replace entire marketing teams. But AI will not fix bad strategy, weak alignment, poor customer understanding, or broken marketing fundamentals. In part two of this master class conversation with Matt Hummel, CMO of Pipeline360, the focus moves into what it really takes to become the kind of CMO AI cannot replace. Not by chasing every new tool, adding more MarTech, or hiding behind automation, but by understanding the business as a whole, building trust across departments, speaking the language of revenue, and creating alignment between marketing, sales, product, leadership, and the customer. To lead marketing in a volatile market where expectations keep rising and the old playbook is no longer enough, you need to know how to: • Make sales an ally instead of your bitter rival • Build shared pipeline ownership across marketing and sales • Communicate risk without becoming defensive • Connect marketing decisions to the larger goals of the business • Set clearer expectations with your team and leadership • Understand resource constraints without using them as excuses • Stay close to customers while leading strategy • Create momentum without pretending there is an easy button The best marketing leaders are not just managing campaigns, tools, reports, and dashboards. They are translating complexity into strategy the business can trust. The reminder is clear: AI will not fix bad strategy. More MarTech will not fix bad marketing. The CMO AI cannot replace is the one who understands the business, earns trust, aligns with sales, leads the team, knows the customer, and gets back to real marketing when everyone else is hiding behind tools. (P.S. If you haven't, listen to Ep. 149 for part one of this masterclass episode) Beyond The Episode Gems: Connect With Matt Hummel on LinkedIn Listen To Troy On Matt's Podcast, Pipeline Brew: The Evolving Role of CMOs & Community Building Visit Pipeline360 website to learn more about how they solve B2B marketers' biggest headaches 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
What it takes to lead as a communicator and communicate as a leader.Leadership isn't just about making decisions — it's about how you communicate them. As Matt Abrahams puts it, “Communication is operationalized leadership.”At a recent Me2We event, in connection with Stanford GSB's Executive Education LEAD program, Abrahams held a live discussion with four of the podcast's most popular guests: Celine Teoh, facilitator of the GSB's famous Interpersonal Dynamics course; Huggy Rao, organizational behavior professor and co-author of The Friction Project; legendary Stanford basketball coach Tara VanDerveer; and Dave Dodson, lecturer and author of The Manager's Handbook.In this special live episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, the panel shares frameworks and lessons for leading and communicating more effectively. From Teoh's five A's for inviting dissent to Rao's warning against “jargon monoxide,” from VanDerveer's relationship-first approach to Dodson's case for leading like a teacher, this conversation explores what it takes to communicate as a leader — and lead as a communicator.Episode Reference Links:Celine TeohTara VanDerveerHuggy RaoHuggy's Book: The Friction ProjectDavid DodsonDavid's Book: The Manager's HandbookEp.194 Live Lessons in Levity and Leadership: Me2We 2025 Part 1 Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (04:18) - Encouraging Dissent (06:40) - The Addition Bias (09:57) - Coaching Through Encouragement (12:12) - Leadership in the AI Era (16:24) - Teaching vs. Managing (17:46) - Making People Feel Appreciated (19:06) - Slowing Down Decisions (21:24) - Listening More (24:24) - Avoiding Jargon (26:31) - Giving Better Feedback (28:53) - Preparing for Communication (29:44) - Using Communication Frameworks (31:15) - Skills for Future Leaders (37:47) - Conclusion
Jeff Dudan's free digital copy of his book What does it actually take to build a culture that scales - one that doesn't collapse the moment you add a new layer of management or hire your 25th employee? In this episode, Jeff Dudan sits down with Chris Dyer, bestselling author and CEO culture expert, to unpack the seven pillars of high-performance culture that work for startups and Fortune 100 companies alike. Chris shares why most founders accidentally destroy their culture by day 50, why your meetings are a direct mirror of your company's values, how to use a "cockroach meeting" to solve problems in 15 minutes or less, and the counterintuitive hiring rule he used to drive real innovation inside a 4,500-person organization. They also dig into the critical difference between mistakes and errors, why public recognition can backfire on introverts, and how the Gallup StrengthsFinder data revealed that his company was hiring the same person over and over - killing innovation from the inside out. Whether you're building your first team or scaling a franchise, this conversation gives you the frameworks, language, and tools to build a culture that attracts the right people, retains them, and makes them extraordinary. Topics covered: company culture, startup culture, employee recognition, meeting frameworks, hiring strategy, innovation, psychological safety, franchise ownership, leadership development, StrengthsFinder, remote teams, cultural uniqueness, tribal language, mistakes vs errors. Guest: Chris Dyer Guest YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisDyer Guest Website: https://chrisdyer.com/ Guest Socials: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdyer7/ #CompanyCulture #LeadershipDevelopment #StartupGrowth #EmployeeEngagement #FranchiseBusiness #TeamBuilding #HiringStrategy #CultureCode #RemoteWork #BusinessLeadership #ChrisDyer #JeffDudan #WorkplaceCulture Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jeff Dudan's free digital copy of his book What does it actually take to build a culture that scales - one that doesn't collapse the moment you add a new layer of management or hire your 25th employee? In this episode, Jeff Dudan sits down with Chris Dyer, bestselling author and CEO culture expert, to unpack the seven pillars of high-performance culture that work for startups and Fortune 100 companies alike. Chris shares why most founders accidentally destroy their culture by day 50, why your meetings are a direct mirror of your company's values, how to use a "cockroach meeting" to solve problems in 15 minutes or less, and the counterintuitive hiring rule he used to drive real innovation inside a 4,500-person organization. They also dig into the critical difference between mistakes and errors, why public recognition can backfire on introverts, and how the Gallup StrengthsFinder data revealed that his company was hiring the same person over and over - killing innovation from the inside out. Whether you're building your first team or scaling a franchise, this conversation gives you the frameworks, language, and tools to build a culture that attracts the right people, retains them, and makes them extraordinary. Topics covered: company culture, startup culture, employee recognition, meeting frameworks, hiring strategy, innovation, psychological safety, franchise ownership, leadership development, StrengthsFinder, remote teams, cultural uniqueness, tribal language, mistakes vs errors. Guest: Chris Dyer Guest YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisDyer Guest Website: https://chrisdyer.com/ Guest Socials: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdyer7/ #CompanyCulture #LeadershipDevelopment #StartupGrowth #EmployeeEngagement #FranchiseBusiness #TeamBuilding #HiringStrategy #CultureCode #RemoteWork #BusinessLeadership #ChrisDyer #JeffDudan #WorkplaceCulture Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Why “easy to work with” can become a leadership liability How small acts of avoidance create cultural drift The hidden relationship between accountability and trust Why high performers notice inconsistent standards first How unclear expectations frustrate teams over time The concept of “autopilot leadership” from Think First Learned helplessness and what it does to workplace culture The difference between Firefighter leadership and Architect leadership Why avoiding hard conversations creates bigger problems later A practical question leaders should ask themselves regularly:“Am I protecting this relationship, or avoiding discomfort?” How deliberate leaders create clarity without sacrificing compassion Why strong cultures are built through consistency, honesty, and accountability Think First
85% of business leaders suffer from "decision distress" - and it's not because they fail to delegate. It's because they're delegating the wrong thing. In this Leadership Espresso Shot, Tanveer Naseer shares the mindset shift leaders need to make around delegation - and a practical framework to protect your cognitive energy while helping your team grow, find purpose, and thrive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailAre you being told that AI can replace people, but something about that strategy doesn't sit right with you? Are you wondering what happens to leadership when organizations prioritize efficiency over human judgment, trust, and connection?In this episode of Communicate to Lead, Kele Belton explores why human leadership still wins in a world increasingly shaped by AI. Through a real-world story about Oracle, current workforce trends, and practical guidance for both leaders and individual contributors, Kele makes the case that replacing people with AI is not a leadership strategy — it is a short-sighted cost-cutting move.This episode is for the leader in the middle: the person asked to implement decisions they didn't make, while still trying to protect their team and their own career. It is also for any professional who wants to stay valuable in a world that is becoming more automated. Kele explains why relational leadership, contextual judgment, and human connection are skills AI cannot replicate — and how to make those strengths more visible.What You Will Learn:Why AI can process information, but cannot build trust, read the room, or lead people.What recent workforce trends reveal about the risks of replacing employees with AI.Why middle managers face a particularly difficult leadership challenge in AI-driven change.How to communicate honestly when you are asked to deliver decisions you did not make.Why your relational intelligence and contextual judgment are professional assets.How to make your value visible in ways that go beyond metrics and documentation.Book your Leadership Strategy CallSchedule your complementary session so we can explore how best to support you.Your Action Step:Identify one professional relationship you have been meaning to invest in but haven't. Reach out this week without an agenda — just to connect, check in, and show up as the kind of leader AI never can.About Your Host:Kele Belton is the CEO and founder of The Tailored Approach LLC. She is a leadership communication coach and consultant who specializes in helping women develop impact through practical leadership frameworks. Her podcast, Communicate to Lead, is ranked in the Top 10% of podcasts globally.Connect with Kele for more leadership insights:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com/
Send us Fan MailThere's a disconnect in the salon industry.Salon owners often feel like they're leading, building, and protecting a business, while stylists often feel controlled, underpaid, or misunderstood.In this episode, we break down why that disconnect exists and why neither side is completely wrong.We talk about money, communication, expectations, structure, fairness, and the real differences between what owners experience and what stylists see day to day.We also share real examples from our own salon, including how small misunderstandings turn into bigger problems, why transparency matters, and how better communication can completely change a team dynamic.Your business should serve you, so that you can serve others.And that starts with understanding both sides.Key TakeawaysMost salon conflict comes from misunderstanding, not bad intent. Stylists often misunderstand how money flows in a business. Owners underestimate how unclear communication creates frustration. Commission is not “giving money away,” it's structured compensation. Fairness does not mean everyone is treated the same. Structure is meant to create clarity, not control. Freedom without systems leads to burnout and inconsistency. Owners carry significantly more financial and operational risk. Small unresolved issues eventually become major culture problems. Explaining the “why” builds trust and team alignment.Time Stamps00:00 — Intro + opening takes 01:00 — Team outing + yoga night takeaway 03:00 — Helping vs enabling in business 05:00 — Why owners and stylists misunderstand each other 06:30 — Communication breakdown between both sides 07:30 — Money misunderstandings explained 09:00 — Commission vs “giving money away” mindset 11:00 — Owner expenses most stylists never see 13:00 — Why most salons are just surviving 15:00 — Explaining money builds trust 18:00 — Fairness vs equality in salons 20:00 — Why some stylists get more opportunities 23:00 — Structure vs feeling controlled 25:00 — Why freedom without systems leads to burnout 29:00 — Effort: what owners vs stylists actually do 30:30 — Risk differences between owners and staff 33:00 — Small problems become big culture issues 37:00 — Why leaders must address issues early 39:00 — Explaining the “why” creates buy-in 42:00 — Final thoughts: bridging the gapLinks and Stuff:Our Newsletter Mentoring InquiriesFind more of our things:InstagramHello Hair Pro Website
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What if the difference between a chaotic clinic and a high-performing team came down to just 10 minutes every morning? In this episode, we unpack Dr. Noel Lloyd's powerful training on Super Simple Shift Huddles That Inspire — a proven framework designed to eliminate stress, improve communication, align your team, and create a smoother patient experience from the moment your doors open. Inside this episode, you'll learn: Why most chiropractic morning meetings fail The hidden leadership mistakes creating clinic chaos The “4 Wins” framework that inspires your team daily How to use a “traffic report” to prevent schedule bottlenecks The psychology behind building team ownership and accountability How to train staff without exhausting role-play sessions Why consistency in leadership matters more than motivation How great clinics engineer culture instead of reacting to problems If your mornings feel reactive, stressful, or disorganized, this episode gives you a blueprint to build a calm, focused, and high-performing chiropractic team. Ready to streamline your practice? Book a FREE strategy call with Dr. George Birnbach: https://myfivestar.com/book-consultation/ Register for Five Star Management's LIVE Chicago Event:Streamline • Scale • Succeed July 26–27, 2025: https://myfivestar.com/events/streamline-scale-succeed-2/
What happens when you leave corporate and suddenly have to do everything yourself? New Livestream guest- Lisa Even I'm happy to have Lisa join me on a live broadcast. Lisa works with business leaders and teams, helping them navigate leadership challenges, build strong cultures, and manage the realities of running small teams. Tune in as we discuss the transition from corporate to small business, what it really takes to manage a team where everyone wears multiple hats, and how to handle common challenges like family dynamics, promotions, and team culture. This is a ‘must see event' for anyone managing a small team or growing a business. Find Lisa online at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-even-have-good-ripple-effect-0778b112/ or https://www.LisaEven.com Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero . Terms & Conditions apply.* See the video of my Xero story here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Sign up for David's email list at https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY
In this episode, Jill Griffin explores what real leadership vision looks like and why teams lose direction, covering: • Why teams become overly reliant on their leader • The difference between supporting your team vs. being led by them • How lack of clarity creates uncertainty and disengagement • What it means to lead as the “rudder” and guide direction consistently Support the showJill Griffin, is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and host of The Career Refresh. She works with senior leaders to navigate complexity, strengthen teams, and lead with greater clarity and intention.With 20+ years of experience at companies like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton, and Martha Stewart, Jill brings a practical, real-world lens to leadership, decision-making, and career strategy. Visit GriffinMethod.com to learn more about working together:The Next Era Leader An 8-week cohort for women leaders ready to expand their capacity and lead through complexity with clarity and intentionExecutive Coaching & Leadership Advisory 1:1 strategic partnership for leaders navigating growth, transition, and what's nextConnect with Jill for Leadership Development for Organizations and Speaking & WorkshopsInstagram: @JillGriffinOffical
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