The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

<p>Do people consider you a warm person? Or do you rely more on your competence than your likability? Which trait matters more? After searching our database we wanted to know if leaders should aspire to develop warmth or competence. Connect with Jack Zenger: LinkedIn Twitter Webinar Zenger Folkman hosts an exclusive live webinar every month, where you can meet Jack Zenger and … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-20-should-leaders-aspire-to-warmth-or-competence/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-20-should-leaders-aspire-to-warmth-or-competence/">Episode 20: Should Leaders Aspire to Warmth or Competence?</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>Our research shows that as women’s experience increases over time, so does their confidence. But at the beginning of a woman’s career, there is a significant gap in confidence between men and women that may be causing women to miss out or wait too long to the advantage of opportunities they are ready for. Today … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-19-the-confidence-gap-in-men-and-women/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-19-the-confidence-gap-in-men-and-women/">Episode 19: The Confidence Gap In Men and Women</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>Leaders who know how to set stretch goals correctly are perceived as significantly more effective leaders, and they also raise the level of employee engagement. In this episode, we will discuss three essential skills that will keep you on the right path to achieve your STRETCH goals. Connect with Joe Folkman on LinkedIn, Twitter, or … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-18-achieving-stretch-goals-push-pull-and-problem-solve/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-18-achieving-stretch-goals-push-pull-and-problem-solve/">Episode 18: Achieving Stretch Goals– Push, Pull, and Problem Solve</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>In 2020, companies were forced to change, and that transformation exposed the vulnerabilities of leaders and organizations that lack agility. Agile leaders can thrive even in rapidly changing and unpredictable circumstances. In this episode, Joe Folkman shares the four skills that will successfully advance your response to change. Register for this month’s live webinar Leading Agile … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-17-agility-4-steps-to-advance-your-response-to-change/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-17-agility-4-steps-to-advance-your-response-to-change/">Episode 17: Agility– 4 Steps To Advance Your Response To Change</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>With a full-time job, adults spend a third of their life asleep, a third at home, and the last third of their life at work. The hope for everyone is that the third of your life (or more) spent at work is doing something that means something to you. In this episode, we share a … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-16-3-steps-to-make-your-job-more-meaningful-and-indispensable/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-16-3-steps-to-make-your-job-more-meaningful-and-indispensable/">Episode 16: 3 Steps To Make Your Job More Meaningful and Indispensable</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>David Sturt is an executive vice president at the O.C. Tanner Company and author of “Great Work: How To Make A Difference People Love.” He has been a driving force and voice of business publishing and management sciences throughout his entire career. Webinar Zenger Folkman hosts an exclusive live webinar every month, where you can meet … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/bonus-episode-doing-great-work-with-david-sturt/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/bonus-episode-doing-great-work-with-david-sturt/">Bonus Episode- Doing Great Work with David Sturt</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>Josh Bersin is the founder and CEO of Bersin & Associates, leading industry research and advisory firm in enterprise learning and talent management. In this episode, he joins Jack Zenger and Joseph Folkman to discuss his research on bold leadership. Download the eBook of the full interview here. Guest Bio: Josh Bersin is a world-respected … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/bonus-episode-bold-leadership-with-josh-bersin/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/bonus-episode-bold-leadership-with-josh-bersin/">Bonus Episode- Bold Leadership, with Josh Bersin</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>In the words of Jacob Marley, “Business, business—mankind was my business.” That is our Holiday message to our clients and friends. Whatever it is that our firm makes, or whatever service we provide— ultimately it should be that mankind is our business. The betterment of mankind has to be our purpose. View video message here.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/the-90th-percentile-podcast-holiday-message/">The 90th Percentile Podcast Holiday Message</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>Despite all research about the nature of leaders, practitioners and scholars still acknowl­edge that many aspects of leadership remain a mystery. In this episode, Jack Zenger addresses one of the key mysteries that seems to consistently defy traditional analysis —how to be an inspiring leader. Download Chapter 1 of The Inspiring Leader. Connect with Jack … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-15-the-science-behind-what-inspiring-leaders-do/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-15-the-science-behind-what-inspiring-leaders-do/">Episode 15: The Science Behind What Inspiring Leaders Do</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>The companies that focus on teamwork and collaboration are the companies that maximize the strengths of individuals as well. Why? Because being a part of an effective team can bring forth wonderful increases in the work ethic and strength attributes of the individuals. In this episode, we are talking about teams and what leaders can … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/the-power-of-teams/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/the-power-of-teams/">Episode 14: The Power of Teams- A Leadership Lesson From My Siberian Husky</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>Do you think your boss is judging you fairly? What effect does their opinion have on your performance? Today we are diving deep into our data to prove that if your boss thinks you’re awesome, you will become more awesome. Connect with Joe Folkman on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Facebook. Sign up for our Newsletter for … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-13-if-your-boss-thinks-youre-awesome-you-will-become-more-awesome/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-13-if-your-boss-thinks-youre-awesome-you-will-become-more-awesome/">Episode 13: If Your Boss Thinks You’re Awesome, You Will Become More Awesome</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>It is becoming apparent that the best leaders are good coaches. Assuming that most of us would like to become better leaders, what lessons can we learn from those seen by their colleagues as outstanding coaches? In this episode, Jack Zenger shares six down to earth lessons we can learn from the most effective coaches. … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-12-six-lessons-from-the-most-effective-coaches/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-12-six-lessons-from-the-most-effective-coaches/">Episode 12: Six Lessons From The Most Effective Coaches</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>The work at home revolution resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic has brought about some of the most dramatic changes ever thrust on leaders. Moving from seeing and speaking personally to direct reports almost every day to occasionally connecting on-line, in conference calls, or on Zoom is a significant change. In this episode, Jack Zenger offers … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-11-the-checklist-of-excellent-virtual-leadership-practices/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-11-the-checklist-of-excellent-virtual-leadership-practices/">Episode 11: The Checklist of Excellent Virtual Leadership Practices</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>Leaders are under pressure. Are there certain skills that can even make a difference in a crisis? In the episode, we cover a Zenger Folkman study that compared leadership 360-degree assessments before and after the pandemic that revealed five essential skills needed for this new era. Questions: Do I balance getting results with a concern for … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-10-leaders-under-pressure-5-essential-skills-for-the-new-era/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-10-leaders-under-pressure-5-essential-skills-for-the-new-era/">Episode 10: Leaders Under Pressure-5 Essential Skills for the New Era</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>Joe Folkman interviews Dorie Clark about her research on how leaders can stand out and get noticed. Download our eBook to read the full interview. Dorie Clark, a consultant and keynote speaker, teaches executive education at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School, and she is the author of Entrepreneurial You, Reinventing … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/bonus-episode-standing-out-with-dorie-clark/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/bonus-episode-standing-out-with-dorie-clark/">Bonus Episode- Stand Out and Get Noticed, with Dorie Clark</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>

<p>It’s obvious that business is moving faster and faster and that to keep up, leaders at all levels need to know how to pick up the pace. Is there a correlation between speed and perceived leadership effectiveness? Today we will discuss Joe Folkman’s Harvard Business Review article, based on his book Leadership Speed. Connect with … <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-9-the-1-growing-competency-leadership-speed/">Continued</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com/episode-9-the-1-growing-competency-leadership-speed/">Episode 9: The #1 Growing Competency- Leadership Speed</a> first appeared on <a href="https://zengerfolkman.com">ZENGER FOLKMAN</a>.</p>