Coaching for Leaders

Amy Edmondson: The Fearless Organization Amy Edmondson is the Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management at the Harvard Business School. She has been recognized by the Thinkers50 global ranking of management thinkers for many years and was honored with their Talent Award in 2017. Amy is the author of several, highly regarded books on teaming and psychological safety, including her newest book, The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation and Growth*. Key Points Psychological safety varies a lot even inside of an organization. More effective teams may appear to make more mistakes, but it’s likely those teams are just more comfortable reporting mistakes. Instead of calling it an error, call it an accident. And rather than calling it an investigation, call it a study. It’s fine to say, “I don’t know” when appropriate because it signals to others that it is okay to admit when they don’t know something. If somebody shares a problem, say thank you and then ask how you can help. Leaders should be concerned if they’re not hearing bad news. Resources Mentioned The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation and Growth* by Amy Edmondson Amy Edmondson faculty page Book Notes Download my highlights from The Fearless Organization in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Find Courage to Speak When It Matters Most, with Allan McDonald (episode 229) Turn Followers Into Leaders, with David Marquet (episode 241) The Path of Humble Leadership, with Edgar Schein (episode 363) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Gretchen Rubin: Outer Order, Inner Calm Gretchen Rubin explores happiness and good habits and is the author of several books, including the block-buster New York Times bestsellers, Better Than Before*, The Happiness Project*, Happier at Home*, and The Four Tendencies*. She is the author also of the new book Outer Order, Inner Calm: Declutter and Organize to Make More Room for Happiness*. Key Points When people have control over their stuff, they feel more in control of their lives. If you need a physical reset, do 10 jumping jacks. Your physical needs will override your emotional needs. Resources Mentioned Internal Time* by Till Roenneberg Book Notes Download my highlights from Outer Order, Inner Calm in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Make Deep Work Happen, with Cal Newport (episode 233) The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing, with Daniel Pink (episode 332) How to Reclaim Conversation, with Cal Newport (episode 400) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Bonni Stachowiak: Teaching in Higher Ed Bonni Stachowiak is the host of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast, a professor of business and management at Vanguard University, and my life partner. Prior to her academic career, Bonni was a human resources consultant and executive officer for a publicly traded company. She joins me monthly to respond to listener questions. Listener Questions Peter asked about how to support a team member going through a difficult situation. Mike wondered what strategies he could use to avoid being a micro-manager. Roger asked about advice on next steps after an executive role didn’t work out. Ali asked for input on assessments for executive presence. Thomas wanted input on how to better design surveys. Resources Mentioned Hope for the Flowers* by Trina Paulus Double Loop Learning The Look & Sound of Leadership podcast by Tom Henschel Related Episodes How to Delegate Work Effectively (episode 117) The Way to Lead After a Workplace Loss, with Andrew Stenhouse (episode 142) Get ROI From Professional Associations, with John Corcoran (episode 209) How to Move From Victim to Victor, with John Sanei (episode 366) Get Smart About Assessments, with Ken Nowack (episode 371) Unconscious Mistakes Women Make, with Lois Frankel (episode 386) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Sheila Miller-Nelson: Midian Sheila Miller-Nelson is owner of Midian Consulting. She’s dedicated to helping people learn how to truly connect to create better relationships and enhance leadership. She’s a former trainer with Dale Carnegie and her experience in communication and leadership coaching spans more than 25 years. Key Points We will often learn a lesson but because it seems trivial, we don’t remember it for the next time. The way you practice determines how you perform. Write down what you want to be known for and then share that with others. The ability to humble yourself and admit when you’ve missed the mark will give you compassion for others when they fail. Resources Mentioned Midian Consulting Related Episodes How to Become a Champion, with Jeff Spencer (episode 186) Leverage StrengthsFinder for Your Team, with Lisa Cummings (episode 293) The Truth and Lies of Performance Management, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 361) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Cal Newport: Digital Minimalism Cal Newport is a computer science professor at Georgetown University who studies the theory of distributed systems. In addition to his academic work, he writes about the intersection of technology and culture. He’s the author of six books including Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World and Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World. Key Points The human brain is very sophisticated in how it navigates social dynamics using voice and visual cues. Digital interactions bypass the brain’s ability to see these cues. Social media interactions might make you think you’re being social, but you can still lonely because your brain doesn’t count these interactions the same as person-to-person interactions. Digital interactions are not bad, but they can crowd out more important real-world interactions. Make sure tech is serving the things that are important in your life, rather than just using it as an escape from your life. Small steps tend not to work when transitioning to digital minimalism. A better way is to take a 30-day break from consuming digital content and then rebuild your digital life from scratch. Resources Mentioned Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World* by Cal Newport Reclaiming Conversation: The Power of Talk in a Digital Age* by Sherry Turkle Alone Together: Why We Expect More from Technology and Less from Each Other* by Sherry Turkle Book Notes Download my highlights from Digital Minimalism in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Make Deep Work Happen, with Cal Newport (episode 233) The Power of Solitude, with Mike Erwin (episode 308) Have Conversations That Matter, with Celeste Headlee (episode 344) How to Create Meaningful Gatherings, with Priya Parker (episode 395) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Dan O’Connor: Life Unscripted Dan O’Connor is a multi-faceted actor, improviser, writer, and director. He is the founder and Producing Artistic Director of the critically acclaimed Impro Theatre. Dan is the author, with Jeff Katzman, of Life Unscripted: Using Improv Principles to Get Unstuck, Boost Confidence, and Transform Your Life*. Key Points When we meet someone for the first time, there is a narrative that happens between us. “If you’re interested, you’re interesting.” Oftentimes, people in meetings aren’t engaged in the conversation and are only waiting for the other person to stop talking. If you make the effort to really listen to your customers, you’ll be able to engage in customized sales because you’ll truly understand what their needs are. Resources Mentioned Life Unscripted: Using Improv Principles to Get Unstuck, Boost Confidence, and Transform Your Life* by Jeff Katzman and Dan O’Connor Dan O’Connor Impro Theatre Book Notes Download my highlights from Dan’s book in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes The Four Critical Stories Leaders Need For Influence, with David Hutchens (episode 148) How to Increase Your Conversational Intelligence, with Judith Glaser (episode 271) How to Close the Power Distance Gap, with Jordan Harbinger (episode 343) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Julia Taylor Kennedy: Coqual Julia is Executive Vice President and Director of Publications at the Coqual. She has co-authored Disabilities and Inclusion, Mission Critical: Unlocking the Value of Veterans in the Workforce, and The Power of the Purse: Engaging Women for Healthy Outcomes, on women and health. Coqual recently released a new report, titled, The Sponsor Dividend. Key Points A sponsor actively advocates for the career of their protege. If you’re looking for a sponsor, be very clear on where you want to go in your career. Sponsors want to be sure they can trust the protege to deliver on the opportunities the sponsor presents. Sponsors do better when they have a protege who has complementary skills to their own. Resources Mentioned The Sponsor Dividend: Key Findings Related Episodes How to Help the Underdog Thrive, with Terry Lipovski (episode 275) How to Make Inclusion Happen, with Deepa Purushothaman (episode 307) How to Connect Personal Growth to Business Outcomes, with Jonathan Raymond (episode 373) Why Men Are Heard and Women Are Liked, with Lois Frankel and Tom Henschel (episode 392) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

John Stepper: Working Out Loud John developed Working Out Loud, a practice that helps people be more effective, access more opportunities, and feel happier at work. Over several years, a small movement has formed based on his self-published book*, TEDx talk, and a peer support method that’s spread to over 40 countries and companies like Bosch, Daimler, BMW, and Siemens. Key Points Behavior change is about small steps, peer support, celebration along the way, and continual feedback. Changes start with only one tiny step. Do that until it gets easy, then take the next step. Peer support is a major part of habit change. Peer support gives you structure, shared accountability, and emotional support. Resources Mentioned Start a Working Out Loud Circle Martha Beck Drive* by Daniel Pink Everybody Matters* by Bob Chapman and Raj Sisodia Book Notes Download my highlights from Working Out Loud in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Be a Non-Conformist, with Adam Grant (episode 238) The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing, with Daniel Pink (episode 332) Six Tactics to Achieve Extraordinary Performance, with Morten Hansen (episode 337) How to Become the Person You Want to Be, with James Clear (episode 376) How to Create Meaningful Gatherings, with Priya Parker (episode 395) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Jill Schlesinger: Jill on Money Jill Schlesinger is the Emmy-nominated Business Analyst for CBS News, the host of the Jill on Money podcast and of the nationally syndicated radio show, Jill on Money, which won the 2018 Gracie Award for Best National Talk Show. She has been recognized as a Top 10 LinkedIn Influencer and a Top 10 LinkedIn Voice. She’s the author of The Dumb Things Smart People Do with Their Money: Thirteen Ways to Right Your Financial Wrongs*. Key Points Not all financial professionals are looking out for you. Make sure they are held to the fiduciary standard at all times. Before seeing a financial professional, make sure you’ve already paid off consumer debt, you’ve built an emergency reserve fund, and you’re maximizing your retirement fund contributions. Prioritize your own retirement savings before setting aside money for your children’s tuition. Make sure the cost of a degree is worth the expected income. Resources Mentioned The Dumb Things Smart People Do with Their Money: Thirteen Ways to Right Your Financial Wrongs* by Jill Schlesinger Mark Kantrowitz Jill On Money Book Notes Download my highlights from The Dumb Things Smart People Do with Their Money in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Improve Your Financial Intelligence, with Joe Knight (episode 244) How to Manage Your Money, with Jill Schlesinger (episode 322) How to Approach Corporate Budgeting, with Jody Wodrich (episode 355) Four Rules to Get Control of Your Money, with Jesse Mecham (episode 356) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Priya Parker: The Art of Gathering Priya Parker is a facilitator, strategic advisor, and founder of Thrive Labs, at which she helps activists, elected officials, corporate executives, educators, and philanthropists create transformative gatherings. She is the author of The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters*. Key Points What creates meaning in a gathering is conversation, not the functional details of the event. We’re often not totally clear on the purpose of our gatherings. We don’t need to gather more often, but we need to do a better job when we do gather. Resources Mentioned The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters* by Priya Parker The Modern Manager podcast Book Notes Download my highlights from The Art of Gathering in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Use Power for Good and Not Evil, with Dacher Keltner (episode 254) Have Conversations That Matter, with Celeste Headlee (episode 344) How to Plan Meetings That Get Results, with Mamie Kanfer Stewart (episode 358) The Path of Humble Leadership, with Edgar Schein (episode 363) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Kevin McCurdy Kevin McCurdy is the Chief Operating Officer of Auto-Chlor System and a longtime listener of the show. Key Points Think about the impact you’re having on people and if it’s really the impact you want to have. Don’t always show up with your own solution, come with the intention to learn and discover the best solution together. Truly listen to people instead of just thinking about what you want to say to back to them. Resources Mentioned The Look and Sound of Leadership The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier* Related Episodes Three Steps To Soliciting Feedback with Tom Henschel (episode 107) How to Tame Your Inner Critic, with Tara Mohr (episode 232) The Way to Stop Rescuing People From Their Problems, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 284) Executive Presence with Your Elevator Speech, with Tom Henschel (episode 316) A Useful Mindset for New Leaders, with Mark Ipaviz (episode 375) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Bonni Stachowiak: Teaching in Higher Ed Bonni Stachowiak is the host of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast, a professor of business and management at Vanguard University, and my life partner. Prior to her academic career, Bonni was a human resources consultant and executive officer for a publicly traded company. She joins me monthly to respond to listener questions. Listener Questions Evelyn asked if you need to be a caretaker first before moving to become a rainmaker. Samantha wondered if you should always try to save someone who has elected to leave. Tammy wanted to know our advice for managing along with peers who have different styles. David asked for our advice for managing student workers. Resources Mentioned Drive* by Daniel Pink Employee Resignations: Counter Offer or Say Goodbye? When Talent Quits, Don’t Be A Jerk Related Episodes An Astronaut’s Guide To Life On Earth with Chris Hadfield (episode 149) How To Lead The Millennials, with Chip Espinoza (episode 158) How Superbosses Master the Flow of Talent, with Sydney Finkelstein (episode 236) What to Do When Somebody Quits, with Molly Moseley (episode 251) How to Lead Part-Time Staff, with Chris Deferio (episode 289) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Lois Frankel: Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office Lois Frankel is the President of Corporate Coaching International, a bestselling author, executive coach, and an internationally-recognized expert in the field of leadership development for women. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling books Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office*, Nice Girls Don’t Get Rich*, and Nice Girls Just Don’t Get It*. Tom Henschel: The Look & Sound of Leadership Tom Henschel of Essential Communications grooms senior leaders and executive teams. An internationally recognized expert in the field of workplace communications and self-presentation, he has helped thousands of leaders achieve excellence through his work as an executive coach and his top-rated podcast, The Look & Sound of Leadership. Key Points You can’t control anyone but yourself. What women contribute to the workplace is different but equal to what men contribute. Things are slightly better for women these days, but not by much. Men must be advocates for women in the workplace. Bonus Audio Why you shouldn’t coach a woman to act more like a man Resources Mentioned Lois Frankel on LinkedIn The Look & Sound of Leadership podcast by Tom Henschel Keynote: Why Men Are Heard and Women Are Liked Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office* by Lois Frankel The Confidence Code* by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman Related Episodes How Women Make Stronger, Smarter Choices, with Therese Huston (episode 255) How to Connect Personal Growth to Business Outcomes, with Jonathan Raymond (episode 373) Unconscious Mistakes Women Make That Sabotage Their Careers, with Lois Frankel (episode 386) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Daniel Goleman: Emotional Intelligence In 1995, Daniel Goleman published the blockbuster bestselling book Emotional Intelligence*, a book that now has more than 5 million copies in print worldwide in 40 different languages. He’s the author of a series of primers for the competencies of emotional and social intelligence, titled Building Blocks of Emotional Intelligence* and he’s the founder of the Emotional Intelligence Coaching Certification. Key Points The three types of empathy: Cognitive empathy – you can sense what people are thinking Emotional empathy – you can pick up on other people’s emotions Empathic concern – people can tell you care about them Resources Mentioned Emotional Intelligence* by Daniel Goleman Building Blocks of Emotional Intelligence* by Daniel Goleman et al. A Force for Good* by Daniel Goleman and the Dalai Lama Emotional and Social Competence Inventory Emotional Intelligence Coaching Certification Book Notes Download my highlights from the Empathy primer in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Get the Ideal Team Player, with Patrick Lencioni (episode 301) Have Conversations That Matter, with Celeste Headlee (episode 344) Enhance Your Self-Awareness, with Daniel Goleman (episode 353) The Power of Vulnerability in Leadership, with Jason Brooks (episode 385) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

May Busch: Accelerate May Busch enjoyed a 24-year career at Morgan Stanley, most recently as Chief Operating Officer for Europe. She chaired the firm’s European Diversity Council and was a member of Morgan Stanley’s European Management Committee. She is the author of the book Accelerate: 9 Capabilities to Achieve Success at Any Career Stage*. She’s also the host the Career Mastery Kickstart summit*. Key Points Steps to move from caretaker to rainmaker: Identify the organization’s most important outcomes. Figure out what you can take action on. Create a safe space. Learn from your network what will move the needle the most. How to find the organization’s values: Observe Listen Ask Bonus Audio How to help others become rainmakers Resources Mentioned Career Mastery Kickstart Summit* Accelerate: 9 Capabilities to Achieve Success at Any Career Stage* by May Busch Eisenhower Grid Related Episodes How to Succeed with Leadership and Management, with John Kotter (episode 249) Three Steps to Great Career Conversations, with Russ Laraway (episode 370) Leverage Your Defining Moments, with Lynne Whiteford (episode 372) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Tom Henschel: The Look & Sound of Leadership Tom Henschel of Essential Communications grooms senior leaders and executive teams. An internationally recognized expert in the field of workplace communications and self-presentation, he has helped thousands of leaders achieve excellence through his work as an executive coach and his top-rated podcast, The Look & Sound of Leadership. Listener Questions Caroline asked about whether she should appease a peer by interviewing someone she doesn’t think is a good fit. Jane asked for suggestions on team diversity. Susan asked about promoting engagement with her team when there is lots of reluctance. Mariah wanted our advice on creating an orientation program for her team leads. Resources Mentioned StrengthsFinder (Gallup) Leading Change* by John Kotter Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson Influence* by Robert Cialdini Three Steps to Great Career Conversations with Russ Laraway Being the Boss * by Linda Hill and Kent Lineback First, Break All the Rules* by Gallup Related Episodes Essentials of Adult Development, with Mindy Danna (episode 273) StrengthsFinder Leadership Demands, with Lisa Cummings (episode 320) Six Tactics for Extraordinary Performance, with Morten Hansen (episode 337) How to Become the Person You Want to Be, with James Clear (episode 376) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Sharone Bar-David: Trust Your Canary Sharone Bar-David is a leading Canadian expert on workplace incivility and author of Trust Your Canary: Every Leader’s Guide to Taming Workplace Incivility*. She is particularly passionate about her work with abrasive leaders — the highly talented people whose interpersonal style rubs people the wrong way and creates distress in the work environment. Key Points The three contexts that pose a risk: Routine (To mitigate risks, Cultivate) Sensitive (To mitigate risks, Calculate) Problem (To minimize damage, Compensate) Bonus Audio How to not cross the line Resources Mentioned Trust Your Canary: Every Leader’s Guide to Taming Workplace Incivility* Hey (We’re Not All) Guys! Why I Don’t Use “You Guys” Related Episodes How to Tame Workplace Incivility, with Sharone Bar-David (episode 210) Use Power for Good and Not Evil, with Dacher Keltner (episode 254) How to Manage Abrasive Leaders, with Sharone Bar-David (episode 290) How to Make Inclusion Happen, with Deepa Purushothaman (episode 307) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Corrinne Armour: Leaders Who Ask Corrinne is an accredited Master Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation and a certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner. She’s the author and co-author of several leadership books, most recently Leaders Who Ask: Building a Fearless Culture by Telling Less and Asking More*. Key Points You’re not developing your people if you’re constantly giving them all the answers. If you don’t have an awareness of something, you can’t change it. Ask your reports, “What have you tried so far, and what do you think I’m going to tell you to do?” Bonus Audio Why being clever doesn’t always make you a better manager Resources Mentioned Leaders Who Ask: Building a Fearless Culture by Telling Less and Asking More* Special book offer for Australian listeners (Use code: COACHINGFORLEADERS) Free resources for leaders from Corrinne Corrinne’s Leaders Who Ask program Book Notes Download my highlights from Leaders Who Ask in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Improve Your Coaching Skills, with Tom Henschel (episode 190) These Coaching Questions Get Results, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 237) The Way to Stop Rescuing People From Their Problems, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 284) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Lois Frankel: Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office Lois Frankel is the President of Corporate Coaching International, a bestselling author, executive coach, and an internationally-recognized expert in the field of leadership development for women. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling books Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office*, Nice Girls Don’t Get Rich*, and Nice Girls Just Don’t Get It*. Key Points Women often back off when they see things get competitive. Don’t confuse other people in the workplace with relationships you’ve had in the past. When negotiating, women should focus more on the relationship. Bonus Audio Behavior has changed, attitudes haven’t Don’t be the company’s conscience Resources Mentioned Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office* by Lois Frankel Nice Girls Don’t Get Rich* by Lois Frankel The Male Factor: The Unwritten Rules, Misperceptions, and Secret Beliefs of Men in the Workplace* by Shaunti Feldhahn “Ask Liz” with Liz Weston Connect with Lois Frankel on LinkedIn Book Notes Download my highlights from Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Handle Workplace Bullying, with Jill Morgenthaler (episode 172) How to Tame Your Inner Critic, with Tara Mohr (episode 232) How Women Make Stronger, Smarter Choices, with Therese Huston (episode 255) How to Help the Underdog Thrive, with Terry Lipovski (episode 275) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Jason Brooks Jason Brooks is a member of the Coaching for Leaders Academy and principal of a high school in Los Angeles. Key Points People respond to honesty from a leader. Admitting that you don’t know all the answers helps build bridges and gets your team working together. Deciding what not to do can actually be harder than deciding what to do. Working out a vision for your life can reduce the constant anxiety of wondering whether you’re making the best use of your time. Resources Mentioned Racism in America, with Jason Brooks The Power of Vulnerability, with Brené Brown Related Episodes How to Get the Ideal Team Player, with Patrick Lencioni (episode 301) How to Deal With the Diminishers, with Liz Wiseman (episode 305) How to Create a Vivid Vision, with Cameron Herold (episode 345) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Howard “H” White: Believe to Achieve Howard “H” White was an NBA draft pick until knee injuries put a stop to his basketball career. Today he is vice president of Jordan Brand and has been with the company for thirty-five years. With Nike’s support, he founded the Believe to Achieve program, an innovative traveling seminar designed to encourage youth to believe in themselves and adults to mentor them. He’s the author of the book by the same name: Believe to Achieve: See the Invisible, Do the Impossible*. Key Points We often set our sights too low. Others often see things in us that we don’t see ourselves. How do you make others see the best in themselves? Everybody wants something in life, but there are very few who are willing to give up anything to get it. Bonus Audio Developing realistic expectations Resources Mentioned Believe to Achieve: See the Invisible, Do the Impossible* by Howard “H” White Book Notes Download my highlights from Believe to Achieve in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Sin by Silence, with Olivia Klaus (episode 103) Find Courage to Speak When It Matters Most, with Allan McDonald (episode 229) The Way to Grow Your Leadership Career, with Ron Wallace (episode 267) The Choice for Compassion, with Edith Eger (episode 336) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Bonni Stachowiak: Teaching in Higher Ed Bonni Stachowiak (web) (Twitter) is Dave’s life partner and best friend, business professor, past executive leader, and the host of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Listener Questions Andrew asked about dealing with change on a personal level. Katie asked about inspiring movement for more recognition in her organization. Thomas asked for suggestions on his new role overseeing two related, but different, departments. Loveleena was looking for a suggestion for an article on executive presence. Paul asked for ideas on leading a full commissioned sales team. Resources Mentioned Transitions: Making Sense of Life’s Changes by William Bridges* Managing Transitions: Making the Most of Change by William Bridges* Leading Change by John Kotter* Our Iceberg is Melting by John Kotter* Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink* That’s Not What I Meant!: How Conversational Style Makes or Breaks Relationships by Debra Tannen* The Look & Sound of Leadership podcast episodes on executive presence from Tom Henschel Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown* Related Episodes Benefits You Get from a Recognition Program, with Michelle Smith (episode 79) Ten Steps to Create a Recognition Program, with Michelle Smith (episode 80) The Four Unique Types of Teams, with Susan Gerke (episode 138) How to Create Team Guidelines, with Susan Gerke (episode 192) Start with Why, with Simon Sinek (episode 223) How to Succeed with Leadership and Management, with John Kotter (episode 249) Enhance Your Executive Presence, with Tom Henschel (episode 316) How to Lead Top-Line Growth, with Tim Sanders (episode 299) Executive Presence with Your Elevator Speech, with Tom Henschel (episode 316) The Path to Start Leading Your Team, with John Piñeiro (episode 349) Three Steps to Great Career Conversations, with Russ Laraway (episode 370) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Dan Schawbel: Back to Human Dan Schawbel is a New York Times bestselling author, a partner and research director at Future Workplace, and the founder of both Millennial Branding and WorkplaceTrends.com. He is the bestselling author of two career books, Promote Yourself* and Me 2.0*, and now his newest book, Back to Human: How Great Leaders Create Connection in the Age of Isolation*. Key Points We have to learn at the speed of business. Make learning a central part of what we do. The best source of knowledge is our coworkers. People learn by doing. Make learning a part of your daily routine. In addition to traditional things like pay and benefits, many prospective employees are also interested in what they’ll learn on a job. Resources Mentioned Back to Human: How Great Leaders Create Connection in the Age of Isolation by Dan Schawbel * Related Episodes Promote Yourself (and Others) Through Intrapreneurship, with Dan Schawbel (episode 163) How Superbosses Master the Flow of Talent, with Sydney Finkelstein (episode 236) Essentials of Adult Development, with Mindy Danna (episode 273) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Seth Godin: This is Marketing Seth Godin was recently inducted into the American Marketing Association’s Hall of Fame and is the author of one of the most popular blogs in the world. He founded TheMarketingSeminar.com and the altMBA. Seth is the author of eighteen best‑sellers that have been translated into more than thirty‑five languages, including his newest book, This Is Marketing: You Can’t Be Seen Until You Learn to See*. Key Points The world is fragmented into many groups; there is no more mass market. Each of us has the ability to market the work we are doing through our actions. The hard work begins by choosing the smallest group of people you can live with and ignoring everyone else. Pick ten people. Find something that will amaze and delight the ten. And if you can’t, then start over. Resources Mentioned This Is Marketing* by Seth Godin Tribes* by Seth Godin Permission Marketing* by Seth Godin First, ten by Seth Godin Book Notes Download my highlights from This is Marketing in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Getting Things Done with David Allen (episode 184) Start With Why Featuring Simon Sinek (episode 223) How to Be a Non-Conformist, with Adam Grant (episode 238) How to Succeed with Leadership and Management, with John Kotter (episode 249) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Kwame Christian: Negotiate Anything Kwame Christian is a business lawyer and the Director of the American Negotiation Institute. His TEDx Talk, Finding Confidence in Conflict, was the most popular TED Talk on the topic of conflict of 2017. Today, he’s working extensively with procurement departments within companies to help them make better deals. Kwame hosts the top negotiation podcast, Negotiate Anything and is the author of the book Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life*. Key Points Three points to the breakdown of communication: The Frame (the storyline) The Pace (how fast) The Direction (what issues you’re talking about) Three steps of compassionate curiosity: Acknowledging emotions Getting curious with compassion Joint problem solving Resources Mentioned Kwame’s Negotiation guide Negotiate Anything podcast by Kwame Christian Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life* by Kwame Christian Anchoring episode on Negotiate Anything Book Notes Download my highlights from Finding Confidence in Conflict in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It, with Chris Voss (episode 262) Negotiation Tactics for Results, with Kwame Christian (episode 311) Have Conversations That Matter, with Celeste Headlee (episode 344) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Bonni Stachowiak: Teaching in Higher Ed Bonni Stachowiak is the host of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast, a professor of business and management at Vanguard University, and my life partner. Prior to her academic career, Bonni was a human resources consultant and executive officer for a publicly traded company. She joins me monthly to respond to listener questions. Listener Questions Samantha asked about what to do if you have a problem employee that is affecting the team. Pat asked about how to show respect for difficult work while also setting clear boundaries for ethical behavior. Ashish asked about using buzzwords and complexity vs. keeping language simple. Craig wanted to know how to influence people whom you have no direct control. Resources Mentioned Theory in Practice* by Chris Argyris Temple Grandin Double-loop learning Team of Teams* by General Stanley McChrystal Related Episodes What Search Dogs Can Teach You About Engagement (episode 25) Use Power for Good and Not Evil (episode 254) How to Challenge Directly and Care Personally (episode 302) Five Steps to Hold People Accountable (episode 306) Executive Presence with Your Elevator Speech (episode 316) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Parker Palmer: On the Brink of Everything Parker Palmer is the founder and senior partner emeritus of the Center for Courage & Renewal and is a world-renowned writer, speaker, and activist who focuses on issues in education, community, leadership, spirituality and social change. He is the author of the newly published book, On the Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity, and Getting Old*. Key Points “The unexamined life is not worth living.” —Socrates Encourage people to examine the fears they have about looking inward. When we befriend what we are afraid of, it will become our friend. “If you can’t get out of it, get into it.” —Outward Bound motto Focus on building goodwill in your business because it repays many times over. Resources Mentioned On the Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity, and Getting Old* by Parker Palmer The New Better Off: Reinventing the American Dream* by Courtney Martin Outward Bound Book Notes Download my highlights from On the Brink of Everything in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Tame Your Inner Critic, with Tara Mohr (episode 232) The Power of Solitude, with Mike Erwin (episode 308) The Path of Humble Leadership, with Edgar Schein and Peter Schein (episode 363) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Tom Henschel: The Look & Sound of Leadership Executive coach Tom Henschel of Essential Communications grooms senior leaders and executive teams. An internationally recognized expert in the field of workplace communications and self-presentation, he has helped thousands of leaders achieve excellence through his work as an executive coach and his top-rated podcast, The Look & Sound of Leadership. Key Points An offsite doesn’t have to actually be offsite, but it needs to be treated like it is. What do you want the team to know that they don’t know now? Or what do you want them to be able to do that they can’t do now? An offsite is a great way to just talk and have experiences together that you don’t normally have time for. Really skilled facilitation is an art, not a science. Think about the why before the what. A good offsite is the start of a process, not the end of a process. If the offsite is really productive, it creates more work. Leaders should adopt the language of the offsite and use it repeatedly so people don’t forget. Bonus Audio How to balance fun versus professional in an offsite Resources Mentioned Fieldbook of Team Interventions: Step-by-Step Guide to High Performance Teams* by Harry Eggleton and Judy Rice Liberating Structures Overcoming the Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Field Guide for Leaders, Managers, and Facilitators* by Patrick Lencioni The Thiagi Group Leading Offsites episode from The Look & Sound of Leadership Related Episodes The Four Unique Types of Teams, with Susan Gerke (episode 138) How to Create Team Guidelines, with Susan Gerke (episode 192) How to Lead Through Uncertainty and Change, with Jacqueline Farrington (episode 224) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

James Clear: Atomic Habits James Clear is an author and speaker focused on habits, decision-making, and continuous improvement. He is a regular speaker at Fortune 500 companies and his work is used by teams in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. He’s the author of the new book, Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones*. Key Points Goals are great for deciding what direction you want to head, but to actually get there it’s all about your systems. Results aren’t what needs to change; the processes and habits are what need to change. Start with the identity you want for yourself and build your habits to reinforce that identity. Your habits are what prove your identity to yourself. Habits are like compound interest for self-improvement. Bonus Audio How habits reinforce your identity Resources Mentioned Atomic Habits* by James Clear James Clear on Annual Reviews Related Episodes Getting Things Done with David Allen (episode 184) Create Behavior That Lasts With Marshall Goldsmith (episode 196) The Best Way to Make New Habits Reality (episode 217) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Mark Ipaviz: ELEVEN Australia Mark Ipaviz is a member of the Coaching for Leaders Academy and National Sales Manager at Ozdare where he manages the brand ELEVEN Australia. Key Points Create an environment where people come to work absolutely loving every second of their day. If you create an environment where everyone feels loved, you create a family. If you take care of your people, they will take care of your customers. Resources Mentioned ELEVEN Australia How to Win Friends and Influence People* by Dale Carnegie The 7th Habits of Highly Effective People* by Stephen Covey The 5 Levels of Leadership by John Maxwell The Coaching Habit* by Michael Bungay Stanier Related Episodes These Coaching Questions Get Results (episode 237) How to Get the Ideal Team Player (episode 301) Your Permission to Fail (episode 338) Three Steps to Great Career Conversations (episode 370) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Scott Harrison: charity: water Scott is the founder and CEO of charity: water, one of the most visible non-profit organizations in America. He’s author of the new book Thirst: A Story of Redemption, Compassion, and a Mission to Bring Clean Water to the World. Key Points If you’re chasing the wrong things there will never be enough. To do remarkable things you must have remarkable clarity of vision. Pick one thing and focus all of your energy on it. Resources Mentioned Thirst by Scott Harrison* Video: The Spring Thirstbook.com The Spring Related Episodes How to Be a Non-Conformist, with Adam Grant (episode 238) Four Steps to Get Unstuck and Embrace Change (episode 297) Six Tactics to Achieve Extraordinary Performance (episode 337) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Jonathan Raymond: Good Authority Jonathan Raymond is the founder of Refound, where he and his team work with organizations to create a company culture based in personal growth. He’s the author of the book Good Authority: How to Become the Leader Your Team Is Waiting For* and the creator of the The Good Accountability course*. Key Points People often separate their career goals from the personal development goals, and it doesn’t have to be that way. Leaders often have a quick chat and then leave the conversation without actually making any deep connections. We often don’t ask a question and leave it enough time to breathe. Employees get lots of feedback, but it’s often not helpful feedback. Think about feedback as a diagnostic tool. Leaders no longer need to be the problem solvers — they need to help make space for others to solve problems. Employees are looking for emotional transparency. Bonus Audio Emotional Intelligence and Women in the Workplace Resources Mentioned The Good Accountability course* Good Authority by Jonathan Raymond* Refound Book Notes Download my highlights from Good Authority in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Five Steps to Hold People Accountable (episode 306) The Path of Humble Leadership (episode 363) Three Steps to Great Career Conversations (episode 370) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Lynne Whiteford: Defining Moments Lynne Whiteford is a talent management executive who’s led in many capacities, including a focus in learning, leadership development, success planning, and organizational design. Most recently she served as vice president at Disney ABC Television Group. Key Points Recognize and leverage your defining moments. Realize that careers are not straight lines. It’s okay to not know the next step and to experiment. Careers get messy for all of us, at least sometimes, along the way. Related Episodes Growth Mindset Helps You Rise From the Ashes (episode 326) How to Be a Happier Person (episode 334) Three Steps to Great Career Conversations (episode 370) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Ken Nowack: Envisia Learning Ken Nowack is a licensed psychologist and President and Chief Research Officer of Envisia Learning. Ken also serves as Chief Learning Officer of Organizational Performance Dimensions and is a member of the Consortium for Research on Emotional Intelligence in Organizations and is a lecturer at UCLA’s Anderson School of Management. Key Points The three types of assessments: Personality and style-based tools Skills and abilities Interests, values, and motives Resources Mentioned talenttools.org Clueless* by Sandra Mashihi and Kenneth Nowack Envisia Learning Finding the Career That Fits You* The Ultimate Guide to Using Your Strengths to Get Hired* Related Episodes Susan Cain on The Power of Introverts (episode 44) Leverage StrengthsFinder for Your Team (episode 293) How to Leverage Your 360 (episode 341) Activate Your Free Coaching for Leaders Membership Get immediate access to my free, 10-day audio course, 10 Ways to Empower the People You Lead. Give me 10 minutes a day for 10 days to get the most immediate, practical actions to become a better leader. Join at CoachingforLeaders.com.

Russ Laraway: When They Win, You Win Russ has had a diverse 28 year operational management career. He was a Company Commander in the Marine Corps before starting his first company, Pathfinders. From there, Russ went to the Wharton School, and then onto management roles at Google and Twitter. He then co-founded Candor, Inc., along with best selling author and past guest Kim Scott. Over the last several years, Russ served as the Chief People Officer at Qualtrics, and is now the Chief People Officer for the fast-growing venture capital firm, Goodwater Capital, where he is helping Goodwater and its portfolio companies to empower their people to do great work and be totally psyched while doing it. He’s the author of the book When They Win, You Win: Being a Great Manager Is Simpler Than You Think Key Points The three career conversations: The life story The career vision The career action plan Questions to help ask when career visioning: What size company What industry What title Four steps of the career action plan: Develop your role Get news skills through training Develop your network Talk about next step in your career Resources Mentioned When They Win, You Win: Being a Great Manager Is Simpler Than You Think by Russ Laraway Radical Candor* by Kim Scott Radical Candor Related Episodes An Astronaut’s Guide To Life On Earth (episode 149) How Superbosses Master the Flow of Talent (episode 236) How to Challenge Directly and Care Personally (episode 302) What Great Technical People Leverage From Leadership (episode 312) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Steve Schroeder Steve Schroeder is a member of the Coaching for Leaders Academy and is a clinical practice manager in the pharmacy industry. Key Points Listen to what the other person is saying instead of trying to come up with an answer for what they’re doing. Don’t worry about solving all the problems — just ask yourself if you asked the right questions to help people solve their own problems. In some cases, by not holding people accountable you’re actually hurting their future career. Resources Mentioned The Coaching Habit* by Michael Bungay Stanier Leading Change* by John Kotter Success Talks podcast: Shawn Achor on the Secret to Reaching Big Potential Related Episodes These Coaching Questions Get Results, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 237) How to Succeed with Leadership and Management, with John Kotter (episode 249) The Truth and Lies of Performance Management, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 361) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Tom Henschel: The Look & Sound of Leadership Tom Henschel of Essential Communications grooms senior leaders and executive teams. An internationally recognized expert in the field of workplace communications and self-presentation, he has helped thousands of leaders achieve excellence through his work as an executive coach and his top-rated podcast, The Look & Sound of Leadership. Listener Questions Jennifer asked about how to not take criticism personally when she receives it. Matt wondered if highly emotional intelligent leaders experience self-doubt. Lillian asked how she could influence the work that is being delegated to her. Amber wanted to know what she could do to address organizational change fatigue. Resources Mentioned Jennifer Garvey Berger at Growth Edge Coaching How to Stop Worrying and Start Living* by Dale Carnegie Leading Change* by John Kotter Our Iceberg is Melting* by John Kotter Start With Why* by Simon Sinek The EQ Edge* by Steven Stein and Howard Book Difficult Conversations* by Douglas Stone, Sheila Heen, and Bruce Patton Thanks for the Feedback* by Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen Who Moved my Cheese* by Spencer Johnson Related Episodes The Seven Steps You Follow To Delegate Work (episode 117) How to Get Way Better at Accepting Feedback, with Sheila Heen (episode 143) Start With Why, with Simon Sinek (episode 223) Turn Followers Into Leaders, with David Marquet (episode 241) Essentials of Adult Development, with Mindy Danna (episode 273) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Nada Wentzel: The Jonah Group Nada Wentzel is Global Solutions Director at the Jonah Group. She is a master coach, facilitator and international speaker, with qualifications in mechanical engineering, neuroscience, and organizational psychology. Key Points In terms of decision-making, the brain doesn’t actually know the difference between imaginary and real. The thought of something bad happening can shift our direction. Pain is an 8x stronger motivator than pleasure. We’re designed to respond well to stress, but we are not designed to be in a chronic stress mode. This about a 2-degree shift and how far a little adjustment can take you. Create an optimal stress level that keeps people engaged but not burnt out. Discuss the three H’s: Heartache, hero, highlight Resources Mentioned Nada Wentzel The Jonah Group Related Episodes The Path to Start Leading Your Team, with John Piñeiro (episode 349) The Value of Pivoting for Growth, with Beth Garrison (episode 351) How Personal Clarity Engages Others, with Jeff Phipps (episode 357) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

John Sanei: What’s Your Moonshot? John Sanei is a trend specialist, business strategist, keynote speaker, author, entrepreneur, and a Singularity University faculty member, working with clients across industries and around the world. He’s the author of the book What’s Your Moonshot?: Future-proof yourself and your business in the age of exponential disruption* and also the newly released book Magnetiize: Stop the chase. Understand the change. Take control of your future*. Key Points The lens we use to look at the world and ourselves is actually how the world reacts back to us. What we look for is what we find. When you finish complaining and moaning, are you empowered or disempowered? We have an incredible privilege of choice to either take responsibility or to blame. The 3 types of victims: Martyr victim – the victim who feels sorry for themselves Arrogant inferior victim – the person who cuts others down so he or she can feel better about themself Arrogant superior victim – the person who thinks all problems are below them, that everybody else is a fool who can’t do anything right Bonus Audio The Importance of Kindness Resources Mentioned What’s Your Moonshot?: Future-proof yourself and your business in the age of exponential disruption by John Sanei* Magnetiize: Stop the chase. Understand the change. Take control of your future by John Sanei* John Sanei’s site Book Notes Download my highlights from What’s Your Moonshot? in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Ten Ways to Pick Yourself Up When You’re Beaten Down (episode 85) How to Tame Your Inner Critic, with Tara Mohr (episode 232) The Power of Solitude, with Mike Erwin (episode 308) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Michelle Maldonado: Mindfulness Michelle is Founder and CEO of Lucenscia, a human potential and business strategy firm dedicated to developing leaders and organizations with positive impact in the world. Michelle is a faculty member and Meta-Coach for Daniel Goleman’s inaugural Emotional Intelligence Coaching Certification Program. Her work has been featured by the Human Capital Institute, the Mindful Leadership Summit, Leadership Excellence, and Chief Learning Officer. Key Points Mindfulness is paying attention to what’s happening in the present moment — in the body, in the mind, in the external environment — with an attitude of curiosity and kindness. What are you thinking, and how is that impacting your interaction with the person before you? There is a different quality of experience when you’re paying attention to what’s happening. The easiest way to get started with mindfulness is to focus on your breathing. Bonus Audio Michelle on Clarity and Resilience Resources Mentioned Emotional Intelligence Coaching Certification Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute Lucenscia (Michelle’s firm) Flourish by Martin E. P. Seligman* In Group vs Out Group with David Eagleman * Recommended Reading Unconscious Bias: Turning Discovery and Awareness Into Action and Impact Finding the Space to Lead: A Practical Guide to Mindful Leadership* by Janice Marturano Search Inside Yourself: The Unexpected Path to Achieving Success, Happiness* by Chade-Meng Tan The Emotional Life of Your Brain: How Its Unique Patterns Affect the Way You Think, Feel, and Live — and How You Can Change Them* by Richard Davidson and Sharon Begley Mindfulness for Beginners: Reclaiming the Present Moment — and Your Life* by Jon Kabat-Zinn The Mindful Day: Practical Ways to Find Focus, Calm, and Joy From Morning to Evening* by Laurie Cameron Creating Mindful Leaders: How to Power Down, Power Up, and Power Forward* by Joe Burton Related Episodes Have Conversations That Matter, with Celeste Headlee (episode 344) Enhance Your Self-Awareness, with Daniel Goleman (episode 353) The Path of Humble Leadership, with Edgar Schein and Peter Schein (episode 363) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Bonni Stachowiak: Teaching in Higher Ed Bonni Stachowiak is the host of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast, a professor of business and management at Vanguard University, and my life partner. Prior to her academic career, Bonni was a human resources consultant and executive officer for a publicly traded company. She joins me monthly to respond to listener questions. Questions Garfield asked about how to lead a team that doesn’t have enough to do. Kevin wondered how his disability might be affecting his ability to lead his team. Roland asked for advice on working for a disengaged leader. Jane wanted to know if she should stay with her organization if there’s no clear path forward to make things better. Resources Mentioned The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People* by Stephen Covey Scrum Seth Godin’s blog Leading Change* by John Kotter Our Iceberg is Melting* by John Kotter and Holger Rathgeber Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway* by Susan Jeffers Related Episodes How to Tame Your Inner Critic, with Tara Mohr (episode 232) How to Succeed with Leadership and Management, with John Kotter (episode 249) How to Actually Move Numbers, with Chris McChesney (episode 294) How to Create a Vivid Vision, with Cameron Herold (episode 345) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Edgar Schein and Peter Schein: Humble Leadership Ed Schein is Professor Emeritus of MIT’s Sloan School of Management. He is the author of many books and publications, including the new book Humble Leadership*. Peter Schein is the cofounder and COO of the Organizational Culture and Leadership Institute and co-author of Humble Leadership*. Key Points The problems today’s leaders face are becoming more and more complex, and leaders can no longer be expected to know all the answers. All people are vulnerable in one sense because nobody knows everything. The value systems of many companies do not incentivize managers to get the most out of their teams, instead of rewarding managers for playing up to management. Bonus Audio Transparency, Openness, and Safety Resources Mentioned Humble Leadership* by Edgar and Peter Schein Organizational Culture and Leadership Institute Related Episodes How to Be a Non-Conformist, with Adam Grant (episode 238) Turn Followers Into Leaders, with David Marquet (episode 241) How to Increase Your Conversational Intelligence, with Judith Glaser (episode 271) How to Be a Happier Person, with Neil Pasricha (episode 334) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

John Corcoran: Rise25 John Corcoran is a recovering attorney, writer, and former speechwriter to both President Bill Clinton and the Governor of California. Throughout his career, John has worked in Hollywood, the heart of Silicon Valley, and ran his own law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area catering to small business owners and entrepreneurs. He is also the creator of Smart Business Revolution, Rise25, and the Smart Business Revolution podcast. Key Points You have to place a premium on relationships, no matter what industry you’re in. Many people resist pivoting because of the relationships they might leave behind. If you’re not hearing No very often, you’re not trying hard enough. If you get No’s, it means you’re on the cusp of a new level. Resources Mentioned Rise25 Smart Business Revolution Smart Business Revolution podcast Related Episodes How To Create Your Personal Networking Plan, with John Corcoran (episode 106) Six Ways to Recover From a Bad First Impression, with John Corcoran (episode 169) Get ROI From Professional Associations, with John Corcoran (episode 209) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Michael Bungay Stanier: The Coaching Habit Michael Bungay Stanier is the founder of Box of Crayons, a company best known for teaching 10-minute coaching so that busy managers can build stronger teams and get better results. He’s the author of The Coaching Habit*, a Wall Street Journal bestseller that’s been the #1 coaching book on Amazon since its release. Key Points If you become more coach-like, you’ll be able to have more impact without working as hard. Every culture is different, so they’ll require different systems. Focus less on performance appraisals and more on coaching conversations. There is a natural tension between the organization as a machine and the human beings who work there. Resources Mentioned The Truth & Lies of Performance Management report The Coaching Habit* by Michael Bungay Stanier Report Notes Download my highlights from The Truth & Lies of Performance Management in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes These Coaching Questions Get Results, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 237) The Way to Stop Rescuing People From Their Problems, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 284) Five Steps to Hold People Accountable, with Jonathan Raymond (episode 306) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Dave Stachowiak: Coaching for Leaders Dave shares relevant dialogue from recent interactions with Coaching for Leaders listeners. Key Points “The beginning of wisdom is the definition of terms.” -Socrates “You can have everything in life you want if you’ll just help enough other people get what they want.” -Zig Ziglar Leadership is where you are going. Management is how to get there. Mentoring should be a two-way street. The mentor should be getting as much insight and wisdom as the mentee. Real selling is providing solutions to problems and building relationships. At the root of every human conflict is unclear expectations. Bonus Audio How to Manage a Sales Organization Resources Mentioned Getting Things Done* by David Allen Todoist Things OmniFocus LearnOmniFocus.com* Full Focus Planner* Steve Jobs Stanford Commencement Address How I Became The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Financial Intelligence* by Joe Knight The 100 Best Business Books of All Time* by Jack Covert, Todd Sattersten, and Sally Haldorson* Youtility* by Jay Baer Law 101* by Jay Feinman Let’s Get Real or Let’s Not Play* by Mahan Khalsa and Randy Illig The Coaching Habit* by Michael Bungay Stanier Dave’s GoodReads Dealstorming* by Tim Sanders (Bonus Audio) Related Episodes What Is Coaching and Why It’s Different From Other Development Tools (episode 4) To Sell is Human, with Daniel Pink (episode 84) Getting Things Done, with David Allen (episode 184) How to Create Team Guidelines, with Susan Gerke (episode 192) How to Make Deep Work Happen, with Cal Newport (episode 233) These Coaching Questions Get Results, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 237) How to Succeed with Leadership and Management, with John Kotter (episode 249) The Way to Stop Rescuing People From Their Problems, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 284) How to Actually Move Numbers, with Chris McChesney (episode 294) How to Lead Top-Line Growth, with Tim Sanders (episode 299) The Path to Start Leading Your Team, with John Piñeiro (episode 349) The Value of Coaching Certifications (MemberCast 5) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Bonni Stachowiak: Teaching in Higher Ed Bonni Stachowiak is the host of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast, a professor of business and management at Vanguard University, and my life partner. Prior to her academic career, Bonni was a human resources consultant and executive officer for a publicly traded company. She joins me monthly to respond to listener questions. Questions Emily asked about how to deal with the overwhelming feeling of wanting to improve on everything at once that’s discussed on the show. Bartel asked about what he could do to keep his boss from stealing his ideas. Colin asked how he could develop and maintain a growth-oriented mindset without the formal support of his organization. Resources Mentioned Coaching for Leaders Academy FeedForward from Marshall Goldsmith Life Styles Inventory from Human Synergistics The Empowered Manager* by Peter Block Related Episodes Ideas Worth Stealing From Top Entrepreneurs, with Dorie Clark (episode 318) How to Deal with Opponents and Adversaries, with Peter Block (episode 328) Six Tactics to Achieve Extraordinary Performance, with Morten Hansen (episode 337) Seven Steps to Landing Professional Development Funding (MemberCast 7) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Mamie Kanfer Stewart: The Modern Manager Mamie Kanfer Stewart is a managerial excellence expert, executive coach, author of Momentum: Creating Effective Engaging and Enjoyable Meetings*, and host of The Modern Manager podcast. She loves helping managers apply the best thinking on human behavior and flourishing in how they lead themselves and their teams. Key Points There are six reasons to have meetings: connect, align, decide, ideate/brainstorm, plan, and/or produce. Set an outcome for the meeting and structure the agenda accordingly. Approach other leaders for clarity when the purpose of the meeting is not apparent. Consider the impact of unnecessary participants in meetings and decide in advance who needs to be consulted, informed, and engaged. Maximize all attendees time by providing clear meeting invitations and concise instructions on pre-work or pre-reading to be completed. Resources Mentioned Momentum: Creating Effective Engaging and Enjoyable Meetings* by Mamie Kanfer Stewart and Tai Tsao The Modern Manager podcast Related Episodes How to Lead an Offsite, with Tom Henschel (episode 377) How to Create Meaningful Gatherings, with Priya Parker (episode 395) Moving Towards Meetings of Significance, with Seth Godin (episode 632) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

Jeff Phipps Jeff Phipps is the Managing Director and General Manager for ADP in the UK and Ireland. He’s used what he’s discovered from this podcast to deliver business results, not just in financial terms, but in significant improvements to associate engagement. Key Points Jeff’s three pillars of management: Have a lifelong journey of learning. Commit to diversity. Be clear about the role your business plays in society. Related Episodes Create Behavior That Lasts, with Marshall Goldsmith (episode 196) Start With Why, with Simon Sinek (episode 223) How to Make Deep Work Happen, with Cal Newport (episode 233) Turn Followers Into Leaders, with David Marquet (episode 241) How to Engage With Humor, with David Nihill (episode 245) How Women Make Stronger, Smarter Choices, with Therese Huston (episode 255) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Jesse Mecham: You Need a Budget Jesse Mecham is the CEO and Founder of You Need A Budget* (YNAB). He’s on a mission to help people stop living paycheck to paycheck, get out of debt, and save more money. He recently released his book by the same name, You Need a Budget*, a Wall Street Journal Bestseller. Key Points Be as vigilant with your money as you are with your time. Constraints allow us to be creative. When your options are endless, you’re frozen. Most people’s monthly budgets underestimate actual long-term expenses. Your emergency fund should be for more than just things you forgot to plan for. Budgeting is about looking forward and actively adjusting. The Four Rules for Budgeting: Give Every Dollar a Job Embrace Your True Expense Roll With the Punches Age Your Money Bonus Audio Handling allowances with your kids Resources Mentioned You Need A Budget* (YNAB) A Beautiful Constraint* by Adam Morgan and Mark Barden* The Opposite of Spoiled* by Ron Lieber Book Notes Download my highlights from You Need A Budget in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Transform Your Limitations Into Advantages, with Mark Barden (episode 207) How to Manage Your Money, with Jill Schlesinger (episode 322) Six Tactics to Achieve Extraordinary Performance, with Morten Hansen (episode 337) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Jody Wodrich: Corporate Budgeting Jody Wodrich is an executive leader in Southern California and has served his organization for over 20 years. On this episode, he shares some of the key leadership skills and considerations when creating an organizational budget. Key Points When budgeting, think about the big picture. Start off simple with the fixed and flexible expenses. Money is the foundation behind what you do, but people are the ones implementing them. Think about the people when making budgets. If you don’t budget your money, it will just seem to evaporate and you’ll have no idea where it went. Don’t just examine your budget once a year. Think about how closely you’re watching your money. Related Episodes Improve Your Financial Intelligence, with Joe Knight (episode 244) How to Benefit From Conflict, with Susan Gerke (episode 263) Negotiation Tactics for Results, with Kwame Christian (episode 311) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.