People Centric Podcast

We have all been there. You are thinking about another job: A fresh start, a new adventure, growth, opportunity, a different leader. Whatever the reason, we have all the tips to help you decide when it is time to leave and how to do it well! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We all could use some tips and tricks to get more out of our day and seek to find a better work / life balance. Also, our blog has some wonderful resources on this topic that we referenced in this episode, so here they are: https://blog.peoplecentric.com/blog/people-centric-smart-goals https://blog.peoplecentric.com/blog/we-get-it.-youre-busy.-who-isnt.-part-2 Write to us at [email protected] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Our team sat down with Mark Kinsley. Mark Kinsley is a #1 Amazon best-selling author and President and CEO of Englander, a top-15 US mattress company founded in 1894. Furniture Today called him one of its “20 People to Watch,” and Home Furnishings Business recognized Mark as one of its “Forty Under 40.” We chatted with him about culture, pirates, and being a light in your organization. You can check out his book here, and his website here. Write to us at [email protected] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Even if you don't OWN a business, knowing key components about the financial of a business will help you understand how the company is doing! And help you understand when you might, or might not, want to ask for that raise... Send us questions about this episode or topics you want to hear more about to [email protected]

Do you ever wonder if you are winning at your job? Do you ever think that you just don't know the score at all? This episode explores what it means to keep score at work. We discuss the importance of knowling where you are and where you want to be and how keeping score can help you determine if you are winning or losing! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Delegating is difficult for many people. We discuss why delegation is hard to do, why it is important, and we give tips about how to recieve delegated information better from your boss and how to effectively delegate to someone. If you want to write to us, email us at [email protected]. You can learn more about us at www.PeopleCentric.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We hear a mix of opinions about workplace friendships. What is "professional" and what isn't? In this week's episode we discuss the pros and cons of friendship with your co-workers and even your boss. Email us at [email protected] Share your anonymous questions here. Learn more about People Centric Consulting Group here. How to leave us a review!

Breaking old habits and creating new habits is hard! So many of us start out strong and quickly the new thing fades out and we can't understand how some people stick to stuff long-term, and why we can never do it. Maybe you want to create a new habit of working out, getting more organized, calling your mom, leaving work on time, etc. Whatever it is, it's not too late! Join our conversation about ways to stick to those habits whether it's at work or in your personal life. Email us at [email protected] Share your anonymous questions here. Learn more about People Centric Consulting Group here. How to leave us a review!

In this episode, Don Harkey interviews Carrie Richardson, Executive Director of Leadership Springfield, about effective ways their team and program went virtual, using tools like the Great Game of Business and doing Contingency Planning. Carrie also shares some of her tips for engaging virtual groups and events in the year ahead. Leadership Springfield seeks to inspire, develop, and connect leaders to serve the Springfield (Missouri) community. They provide community leadership programs for area professionals of all ages and stages and local students, unlocking the potential the community and plugging in people to meet real needs in Springfield. Email us at [email protected] Share your anonymous questions here. Learn more about People Centric Consulting Group here.

None of us are perfect! We have all made mistakes at work. We let our emotions get the best of us, we speak out of turn, we don't communicate well, and we handle situations poorly. In this week's episode, our team shares our own fails at work and lessons we have learned from them. Do you have an embarrassing work story and what you learned from it? Email us and maybe we will share it on the show. Don't worry, we will keep your identity a secret. Email us at [email protected] Share your anonymous questions here. Learn more about People Centric Consulting Group here. How to leave us a review! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Tony Corpin is Publisher of School Transportation News. Matt Griswold talks with Tony about how their business changed when the pandemic hit our nation, and how their team rallied around the change. Matt and Tony talk about making the decision to change a business model, what to consider, and how you can effectively lead a team in that transition. Learn more about Tony and STN: https://stnonline.com/ Podcast: School Transportation Nation Email Tony: [email protected] Tony's LinkedIn Email us at [email protected] Share your anonymous questions here. Learn more about People Centric Consulting Group here.

We get it, goal setting is not a new thing when it comes to the new year. It takes you away from your actual job, 2020’s goals may have laughed in your face, nobody really sticks to their goals anyways (right?). It's a yearly ritual for a reason, and maybe you just need a little pep talk as you think about your goals for the new year. Email us at [email protected] Share your anonymous questions here. Learn more about People Centric Consulting Group here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We have talked about narrative paradigms, we have talked about assigning intent, now lets talk about how that plays out in the work place and how you can actually fight at work. We believe the conflict is good! It moves stuff forward and forces conversations and innovation...so what is the best way to do this? Join us on this episode to learn how to handle conflict effectively. Email us at [email protected] Share your anonymous questions here. Learn more about People Centric Consulting Group here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Our very first guest is psychologist, Dr. Jennifer Baker. Dr. Baker is the Founder and Executive Director of Good Dads; a nonprofit that exist to encourage all fathers by providing inspiration, resources, and events to help dads be the best they can be. On this episode, Don and Dr. Baker discuss how to keep yourself mentally healthy during this unique holiday season in the midst of work and an ongoing pandemic. Email us at [email protected] Share your anonymous questions here. Learn more about People Centric Consulting Group here.

You were good at your job, and NOW you are a manager! You may feel lost about where to place your priorities. Is it on you normal job tasks or is it on the people you are managing? And how exactly do you manage people anyways? Most managers don't ever get prior training on what that looks like. Listen in on this episode as our team gives managers tips for how to effectively lead people. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Recent engagement studies show that when the pandemic hit in March, engagement levels went way up. However, in the last few months engagement levels are at an all time low. On this episode, the People Centric team talks about what may have happened and why we are seeing such a striking level of disengagement. Join us, as we discuss ways leaders can jump-start engagement! Email us at [email protected] Share your anonymous questions here. Learn more about People Centric Consulting Group here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

When you have a disagreement or feel offended, it’s easy to start assigning intent to someone. But what if we step back and think, “what if this person isn’t out to get me?” We all struggle with this! It happens a lot at work, but it happens in all kinds of relationships outside of work as well. Join our discussion about how we so easily fall into this trap, and how to move out of it. Email us at [email protected] Share your anonymous questions here. Learn more about People Centric Consulting Group here.

Do you have tons of ideas but nobody seems to be listening to you? On today's episode, we are talking about having a voice inside of your organization, and what to do if you don't feel like you're being heard. Email us at [email protected] Share your anonymous questions here. Learn more about People Centric Consulting Group here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

You may read the title for today's episode and feel a little confused, but once you listen in it will all make sense. In this episode we are talking about how to be a humble leader. These two words might sound conflicting to you. However, when we really understand what humility is and what it is not and put it into practice you will be amazed at your effectiveness. Not only do people want to follow a humble leader, they want to advocate for their cause as well! Email us at [email protected] Share your anonymous questions here. Learn more about People Centric Consulting Group here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode, our team discusses what it looks like to set boundaries and create work-life balance. 2020 in particular has disrupted our lives and routines. Many of us work from home now, and the risk for burn out is higher than ever. We are able to be connected to work all the time - even more than we were before. So how do you appropriately set boundaries for yourself and on your team? Whether you are a front line staffer or a high level executive, it is important for everyone to set proper boundaries at work. If you have tested out some of our tips, shoot us an email and let us know how it went! [email protected]. And if you want to submit an topic suggestion or question anonymously, click here. We love hearing from listeners!

Today's topic is on emotional intelligence or EQ. Did you know that having a high EQ is a key indicator for success? Some say that your EQ is more important than IQ when it comes to long-term success. There are several components to EQ, including self awareness, empathy, social skills, self motivation, and self regulation. Tune in, as our team helps you navigate how to grow in emotional intelligence. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Conflict exists in the workplace. It just does. One thing that contributes to conflict is what we refer to as narrative paradigms. Narrative paradigms are really just the stories that we tell ourselves. Sometimes there is truth to them and sometimes there isn't, but either way it's how we think. So, it's important for us to understand that so we know how to deal with conflict more effectively. If you have questions that you would like us to answer in future episodes, email us at [email protected] or if you would like to submit an anonymous question you can do so here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Do you know your strengths? We love talking about strengths, and what happens when employees are allowed to work within their strengths. It's really good when you get to flex those muscles and do what you're good at, but it's also possible for those strengths to actually become a weakness. Tune in and learn how to effectively use your strengths and build a stronger team too! If you have questions for us, shoot us an email at: [email protected] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We all have to sit in meetings. It has become a part of work in every environment. Now, many of us are sitting in meeting after meeting on video calls. So.many.meetings! Meetings are where things are supposed to happen, communication is supposed to be intentional, and projects are supposed to move forward. In reality, that's not always how it goes. That's why in this episode we are talking about how to spice up your meetings and knowing when a meeting is unnecessary. Reach out to us at [email protected]. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Let's be honest, there is a lot of miscommunication happening in our world, in our work, and even in our homes. When we start looking at the root of it, we realize that it's probably due to the fact that we each have different styles of communication. In this episode, we will talk about how you can recognize the different communication styles, and tips for how to work with people you just don't understand. Click here to download our free communication styles quiz! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Engaged at work? No, we aren't talking about love and marriage. But we are talking about commitment! Being engaged at work is how committed, connected, and passionate someone is about their work and their company. On this episode, our team talks about identifying engaged, disengaged, and toxic employees and might just help you see where you fall. The answer may surprise you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Have you ever worked in a job where you liked the position, but you just weren't on-board with the company? Chances are, you were misaligned. Let's talk about alignment and what that could look like within your organization. We will even talk about what you should do if you realize you, in fact, are not aligned with your company. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's more than work, it's your success.

Welcome to the More than Work Podcast! Sit down with our team for a quick break in your work day and learn a little bit about who we are and what we are going to cover on future episodes. There is something for everyone! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app