People Centric Podcast

We have all heard "No" throughout our lives - from our parents, teachers, and bosses. We have probably all pitched a good idea, asked to update a process, asked for a raise or promotion and got rejected. And it is generally frustrating. Knowing that we are going to continue to have to say no and also accept no, how can we as both employees and leaders do no better. In this episode of the People Centric Podcast, the team discusses how to give and receive a no. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

As leaders, I am sure you have run into those people who just DO NOT want to be led. They resist everything, they aren't motivated, they don't seem to care about their jobs or the company, and they are simply just taking up space! We hate it when that happens! So, on this episode of the People Centric podcast we break down what you can do about it and how best to lead even the most unleadable people. Listen now! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

We hear from listeners all the time that they wish their colleagues had better email etiquette. When we ask them what they mean by that, we get everything from "complaints about reply all" to "grumbling about sending emails after business hours." But in this episode we leave those comments unread and talk about the real reasons your email communications are failing you. Listen now! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Just saying the words Performance Improvement Plan gives so many people the Ick. As an employee getting a PIP can feel punitive and scary. As a manager giving an employee a PIP can feel punitive and scary. On this episode of the People Centric Podcast, the team discusses the right way to give and receive a Performance Improvement Plan to stave off the Ick. Listen Now. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Have you heard us use the phrase, "Great Managers Play Chess?" Well, today we are exploring and comparing the difficult task of managing people to the unique characteristics of the game of Chess. We will use our background of working with a variety of different teams to help paint a picture of effective leadership from which, we believe, everyone can benefit! What are some other ways or ideas we can use to compare with our work lives? Let us know! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Have you ever considered shifting priorities around to see if you get a more positive, overall outcome? Do you wonder if policies and accountability go hand-in-hand? In this episode, the People Centric Team shares some of their firsthand impacts, experiences, and outcomes that this shifting has had on them. Take a listen! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

If you are a manager that is looking for talent, you may be thinking it doesn't exist! The reality is that we are in the middle of what we are calling, The Perfect Storm. Two things are happening at the same time and it is making work more difficult! Boomers are retiring earlier than we anticipated and that leaves a significant experience gap on our teams. Also, throw in the fact that there is a worker shortage and viola, chaos ensues. But wait, there is hope! Listen as Don and Matt uncover some tips to help you ride this storm out and even achieve some pretty awesome things in the meantime. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Hey! Listen Up! I am kidding, that is not how listening works. Listening is intentional. It is a practiced skill that is honed over time. And we are here to help you learn how to be a better listener and thus a better communicator! The People Centric Team has put together an episode for you that has some great tips for both being an effective listener and asking others to listen better. Listen now. Really, listen. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website: www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Have you ever wondered how decisions to hire are made and how it is decided if you promote someone or hire an external candidate? Well, spoiler alert - sometimes it is never talked about beforehand. So, the People Centric team is here to talk through it for you! In this episode, we talk through why companies would choose to hire internally vs externally, how to prepare internal candidates for promotions or new roles, and the pros and cons of each type of hire. Listen Now. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

It is often looked down upon to have negative emotions at work. Emotions like frustration, regret, tension, or sadness can be misconstrued in many ways. It is generally accepted that at work you must be positive and bring solutions - but what if you are simply having a human moment and show that you are frustrated? Is this good? Can negative emotions be positive? In this episode, the People Centric team discusses negative emotions at work, how to recognize them, how to use them, and how to turn them into leadership moments. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

If you have been listening to the podcast for a while now, you know that the People Centric Team talks a lot about conflict. We believe that conflict can be healthy and it is a cornerstone for building trust. But what happens when people at work disagree with each other? What happens if you disagree with your boss? In this episode, we break down key elements of disagreeing better at work. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

We have seen bad managers get hired time and time again - and we are sure that you have had a bad manager at some point in your career. In this episode the People Centric Team breaks down what each level of manager should be doing (and we did a full podcast on this, which you can find here: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-fdcac-1353205) and how to evaluate if a leader is any good at leading before being put into that position! Listen now to hear more about what it takes to be a great leader at every level. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

It has almost become a cliche phrase and people begin to roll their eyes when they hear, "you have to meet people where they are", but at People Centric this phrase is a key tenant of how we do what we do. In this episode, the team discusses why this is such an important principle and how you can do it too. Listen Now. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

We have been told recently that the way People Centric approaches problems is weird. The way we teach others to find solutions is weird. But successful! So, we thought we would break down why we address problems and obstacles the way that we do and share how you can do it too. We say that successful people don't have different problems, successful people think differently. Listen now to hear more about how to think differently and move things forward better. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Have you ever been doing a great job at work only to find out later that your boss didn't think that you were doing a great job? In our work, we have found that oftentimes managers think their employees are working on (or should be working on) things totally different from what they are actually working on. This leads to frustration on both sides and sometimes leads to employees quitting or managers firing employees. In this episode, the People Centric Team talks about why this happens, how to prevent it, and what to do if you think it is happening to you! Listen Now. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Do you have a best friend at work? This is one of Gallup's famous G12 Survey Questions that helps determine if an employee is engaged, disengaged, or toxic. Because having friends at work matters - but it is also tricky. In this episode, the People Centric Team breaks down the upsides and downsides of relationships at work. Listen Now. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Most of us have given or received snarky feedback at some point. In this episode, you'll hear some confessions from the People Centric Team. Do you think it is ever OK to use even a touch of humor or sarcasm to convey feedback in a memorable or engaging way? Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Have you ever thought about not taking a promotion? In this episode the People Centric team talks through the pros and cons of promotions, how different generations view growth and promotions, and how the workforce is changing its mind when it comes to moving up the corporate ladder. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Is it an employer's responsibility to help its employees? It is a question that we have been pondering lately. So, the People Centric Team unpacked it more in this episode a discussed when employers should care, how they should care, and what happens if they don't. Part of this discussion was inspired by this article from Forbes.com. Employee Engagement Has Failed So Focus On Individual Human Needs (forbes.com) Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

In our careers, all of us will learn and grow over time. So what happens when you want to learn and grow but feel stuck in the same position? Or worse, what happens if you are a manager of someone who wants to grow but you can't afford to lose them in the position they are currently in? We see this scenario for both managers and employees all the time. In this episode, the People Centric team talks through both sides to share advice and tips on how to grow or leave gracefully. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

We have heard managers say, "don't bring me problems without solutions" but what if the solution is difficult, requires some brainstorming, or needs some more people involved? In this episode, the People Centric team breaks down the times when employees and managers need each other for effective problem solving and how to do it best. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

It is the new year! And as we often hear phrases like, "New Year, New You!" and "Tell everyone your resolutions!!" the team at People Centric decided to give practical advice for goal setting. In this episode, we talk about the goals we need as humans, including rest and fuel. We discuss goals in which we have succeeded and goals in which we have failed and how each of those can be a good thing if we remember to follow our core values. Listen now to learn more! We also shared a previous podcast if you want to do your own Goal Setting with our planning guide. Here is a link to that episode. https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-4pm5d-13531fa https://open.spotify.com/episode/7dZInWf9pxeLOns92kMkNy?si=xo2MujwPQTSeSGArrlozcA Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

In this episode, we delve into the captivating realm of narrative paradigms and their profound influence. Stories aren't just confined to books or movies; they play a pivotal role in organizational dynamics, shaping how teams collaborate, leaders inspire, and employees engage. How do different narratives influence decision-making processes within teams? Share with us the impact a narrative paradigm has had on your life! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

The holidays are here again and everyone is building their wishlists! We decided to build the ultimate workplace wishlist - the things that all managers and employees wish for. Listen now to hear what you can do to make those wishes come true! Here are the links to other podcasts mentioned in this episode: Communication Styles The Culture Grid Mission, Vision, and Values Making Motivation Empowerment Movement Does Engagement at Work Actually Matter Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Just go talk to them! It sounds like an easy solution - and it is a solution the advisors at People Centric use often. We are firm believers that communication is the key to solving almost any cultural or interpersonal conflict. But what happens when you actually have to go and have a difficult conversation when you are upset, or when you don't like the other person? HOW are you supposed to do that? In this episode, the People Centric Team gives you the tools and insights you need to muster up the courage and energy to conduct difficult conversations. Listen now. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

This is an interview that People Centric CEO and Founder, Don Harkey, did with a local radio station. Don shared his insights on the workforce in 2023, everything from Quiet Quitting to burnout. Don discusses how organizations responded, what employees are thinking about that response, and how 2023 will shape the workforce of 2024. Listen Now. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Let's talk about burnout in the US. Some studies state that 89% of employees have experienced burnout in the past year. That is alarmingly high! That is almost the entire workforce has felt burnt out! So, the People Centric team does a deep dive about what it is, how to recognize it on your team, how to combat it, and what to do if you are stuck in it too long! Listen now. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

It is that time of year again - the hustle and bustle is here. And we get busy with life and family and parties and presents and WORK. It is a busy time for everyone in all aspects of our lives. So, the People Centric team is helping you take a minute to find your thankful mindset - so you don't become the office Grinch. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Psssst... Want a pro tip: Not everything is important. Not everything is Urgent. Not everything needs attention right now. We can say that, but what happens when it starts to feel that way? Or when a manager starts to act like everything is on fire all the time? In this episode, we discuss how we can determine what is urgent and important versus what is just noise. The People Centric Team gives their expert advice on combating the false sense of urgency we have all experienced at one time or another. Listen now! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

We know that communication is the thing that all companies, managers, and coworkers struggle with. It is the number one thing that employees say needs improvement in all the organizations we work with. But if you think about it, simply saying that we need to improve communication is pretty vague. There is no real "communication standard" that people work within, there are no real communication expectations or even really best practices out there. So, how can people know if communication is good or not? And what happens when communication is not good? Listen now to hear the People Centric team discuss what we see when communication breaks down and some things we see from the best communicators. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

"The people we are interviewing these days are SO ENTITLED. They demand things that we NEVER had at their age." We have heard some growing frustrations from hiring managers and company leaders and their feelings about entitlement. In this episode, the team breaks down what we think it means to be entitled, how different generations react to entitlement, and how to turn entitlement into engagement. Listen now. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Think about your first really impactful boss or leader. How did their leadership style influence how you choose to lead now? We all have things from our past that impact how we work and how we lead. In this episode, Don and Diana break down why looking to our past leaders might help us decipher why we do what we do now. Listen now to learn more about the leadership shadow that follows all of us. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Giving feedback is always a challenge for leaders - but RECEIVING feedback is just as difficult. No one wants to hear the things they are doing wrong, but most people do want to do good work. One of the best ways to ensure that you are able to receive and apply the feedback you are given is to build a coachable mindset. On today's episode of the People Centric Podcast, Bethany Taff and Diana Royalty discuss the traits that limit or excel a person's willingness to be coached. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

It should come as no surprise to you that People Centric has our own definition of leadership. We say that leadership is, simply, influence. And that means that everyone is a leader because everyone is influencing someone all the time - whether you realize it or not. Furthermore, most people hear the words "Influence" and "leadership" and we instantly think they are positive things. But on this episode of the People Centric Podcast we examine how people can lead others positively and negatively. We break down the moments in which negative leadership happens and what it looks like to Lead Well. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

In our episode about transparency (and when to not be totally transparent), we touched on the topic of a manager oversharing information with employees. Your manager is just a person, and people get overwhelmed, or conflict avoidant, or have a bad day, or are unconfident about how to move something forward - and people can start to overshare things with people that have no power or authority to fix them. And that is what the People Centric Team talks about in this episode of the People Centric Podcast. When a manager brings problems to an employee in an unhealthy way, what is the expectation of that employee, how should that employee react, and what can managers do to avoid this situation entirely? Listen now for our thoughts on this all too common interaction. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

People Centric are advocates for transparency in the workplace! We say that communication should go top to bottom, bottom to top, side to side, and everywhere in between. We say that employers should be open, and vulnerable, and even share financials with employees. But we admit that there are times when total transparency is a bad idea. So, in an effort to be transparent with you all, the People Centric team laid out the times when a company or manager can't or shouldn't be totally transparent. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Adults learn differently than kids. When we are kids we absorb information, and since we have little experience with the world, we need a lot of guidance and supervision. As adults, we need so much more: we need to be able to connect our past experiences to the new ones, we need autonomy to problem solve, we need the ability to process and take time away from learning to absorb and solidify the information in our minds, we need the information to be relevant and timely - and the list goes on. In this episode of the People Centric Podcast, the team breaks down how adult learning theory affects our training at work and even how we feel about learning new things at work. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

It is currently estimated that about 2/3 of all jobs will be exposed to AI or Automation to some degree. That is a lot of employees that will be affected by AI or Automation in their careers. In this episode, the People Centric team talks about their predictions for work and integrating this new tech. The team also explores best practices for installing, implementing, and using AI and Automation. And of course, since we are People Centric, we discuss how these innovations impact the employee and the team and how to best integrate these for a People Centric approach to technology. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Have you heard someone complaining about how no one is "Loyal" these days? In the US the average length a person stays in a job is 4 years. This average decreases when you look specifically at Gen Z and Millenials - whose average is 2 and 2.5 years, respectively. In this episode, the People Centric team explores what it means to be "loyal" to a company in today's workforce and the implications of loyalty on an individual and a team. Listen now! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Most of us know that a key to success is having a great mentor. In this episode we explore the idea that the people being mentored have a significant value to the person doing the mentoring. Today, the People Centric Team shares their advice on approaching, addressing and reacting to the conversation. Listen now to hear more about how you can get the best out of your mentoring relationships! Share with us the impact a mentor (or mentee) has had on your life, we can't wait to hear it! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

According to a recent Bankrate survey, 56% of the workforce is looking to change jobs in the next year. That is up from 51% in 2022. This means that whether you are looking to leave your job or you are the one looking to attract new talent - you need to understand some basic hiring red flags! In this episode, the People Centric Team talks through red flags like poorly defined company values, wonky org charts, and strenuous interview processes. The team also dishes out some green flags you should be looking for or incorporating in your hiring process! Listen now and tell us, what ones did we miss? Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS And don't forget to hit that subscribe button to deep dive with us into leadership development, teamwork, organizational culture, and much more. People Centric creates workplaces where people are happier, healthier, aligned, and empowered. Because, even in this rapidly evolving workforce landscape, business is personal.

We have all seen someone who we KNOW is just playing solitaire on their computers, but they use a focused face and LOOK super engaged in their "work" - and let's face it, you have probably done that a time or two yourself. It is human nature. But, we work with leaders who are constantly trying to measure or quantify how productive the employees are. They often use things like, "my employees look busy" as a measure of this productivity. In this episode the People Centric team talks through why managers would want to measure productivity, how to do this best, and the pitfalls of wanting humans to be 100% productive 100% of the time. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Hey, we get it: work never stops, the assembly line is always moving, the order has to be filled and the widget has to be made. But is it healthy to continue to push, with no pause to invest in your people with things like team builders, team meetings, performance evaluations, ongoing training, etc? Listen how the People Centric team discusses the benefits of taking a "time out" to invest in YOUR team. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Trust is the glue that holds teams together, enables open communication, and fosters collaboration. Gaining the trust of your fellow team members, other leaders, and stakeholders is crucial for achieving organizational goals and creating a positive work environment. In this episode, the People Centric team shares how we build trust through empathy, authenticity, and logic. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS And don't forget to hit that subscribe button to deep dive with us into leadership development, teamwork, organizational culture, and much more. People Centric creates workplaces where people are happier, healthier, aligned, and empowered. Because, even in this rapidly evolving workforce landscape, business is personal.

With so many work options out there, we thought we would take a minute to discuss the difference between big business and small business. Whether you are looking for something new, deciding if you want to scale, or curious about how the other side lives, this episode is for you. Listen now. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

We have seen a surprising number of articles saying that the key to good management is "creating buy in," but these articles leave out how to do that!! It is like we always say, the science is there, but the engineering is not. In this episode we are telling you all of our tips for HOW to create buy in. Listen now. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

We have heard managers say, "I am not a micromanager, I just know how I want it done" or "no, I don't micromanage, I just help my team because I have done this for so long..." The truth is that most managers have no idea when then are micromanaging. On this episode of the People Centric Podcast we break down what it means to be a micromanager, what it means to manage, and how you might need to do both to be an effective leader. Listen now! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

The phrase "executive presence" probably conjures up images of someone standing at the front of a table or at a large wooden desk wearing a dark grey suit. You might even think that this person is decisive, or an innovator. These traits are often assigned to someone with "executive presence", but did you know that a study of executives' characteristics by Gallup Strengths Finder showed that there is not a magical combination of traits that make up an executive? We discuss this and what the People Centric team has seen that makes up a good executive on this episode. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Bad ideas exist. We would venture to guess that you have been in a meeting where a bad idea was dropped. OR you have had to execute an idea that you think is terrible. A bad idea refers to a concept, plan, or decision that is considered unwise, ineffective, or potentially harmful. It may be based on flawed reasoning, insufficient information, or a lack of consideration for potential consequences. We discuss that what may be considered a bad idea in one situation could potentially lead to positive outcomes in another. Ideas can be subjective, and the assessment of whether an idea is good or bad often depends on the specific circumstances, goals, and values involved. Listen to this episode to find out more! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

In the field of psychology, "the shadow" refers to a concept developed by Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung. Jung believed that the human psyche is composed of various components, including the ego (conscious mind) and the personal unconscious. Within the personal unconscious lies what he called the shadow. The shadow represents the aspects of our personality that we tend to reject, deny, or repress. It consists of the parts of ourselves that we deem unacceptable, undesirable, or socially unacceptable. These can include our fears, insecurities, aggressive tendencies, selfishness, and other traits that we find difficult to acknowledge or integrate into our conscious identity. In this episode of the People Centric podcast we share how the Shadow shows up at work and what you can do to avoid these negative connotations and work toward the brightest version of yourself. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:[email protected] Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS