Jeff Oak에서 제공하는 콘텐츠입니다. 에피소드, 그래픽, 팟캐스트 설명을 포함한 모든 팟캐스트 콘텐츠는 Jeff Oak 또는 해당 팟캐스트 플랫폼 파트너가 직접 업로드하고 제공합니다. 누군가가 귀하의 허락 없이 귀하의 저작물을 사용하고 있다고 생각되는 경우 여기에 설명된 절차를 따르실 수 있습니다 https://ko.player.fm/legal.
The world often feels rigged. And this episode is a wake-up call to recognize the barriers that exist for those who don’t fit the traditional mold. In this episode, which is a kind of tribute to my dear departed Dad, I recount some powerful lessons from the man who was a brilliant psychiatrist and my biggest champion. He taught me that if something feels off about the environment you’re in, it probably is—and it’s absolutely hella-not your fault. We dare to break into the uncomfortable truth that many workplaces are designed for a very specific demographic, leaving neurodivergent individuals, particularly those on the autism spectrum, feeling excluded. I share three stories in which my Dad imparted to me more than my fair share of his wisdom, and I'm hoping you to can feel empowered. You'll learn that we can advocate for ourselves and others to create a more inclusive work culture. Newsletter Paste this into your browser if the newsletter link is broken - https://www.lbeehealth.com/ Join our Patreon - https://differentnotbrokenpodcast.com/patreon Mentioned in this episode: Sign Up For Our Newsletter Stay updated on all the things! Get added to our newsletter mailing list. Newsletter…
Jeff Oak에서 제공하는 콘텐츠입니다. 에피소드, 그래픽, 팟캐스트 설명을 포함한 모든 팟캐스트 콘텐츠는 Jeff Oak 또는 해당 팟캐스트 플랫폼 파트너가 직접 업로드하고 제공합니다. 누군가가 귀하의 허락 없이 귀하의 저작물을 사용하고 있다고 생각되는 경우 여기에 설명된 절차를 따르실 수 있습니다 https://ko.player.fm/legal.
Welcome to my podcast, Taking Care of Your Business. This podcast is geared toward Humble, Hungry and Smart Business Leaders.
Jeff Oak에서 제공하는 콘텐츠입니다. 에피소드, 그래픽, 팟캐스트 설명을 포함한 모든 팟캐스트 콘텐츠는 Jeff Oak 또는 해당 팟캐스트 플랫폼 파트너가 직접 업로드하고 제공합니다. 누군가가 귀하의 허락 없이 귀하의 저작물을 사용하고 있다고 생각되는 경우 여기에 설명된 절차를 따르실 수 있습니다 https://ko.player.fm/legal.
Welcome to my podcast, Taking Care of Your Business. This podcast is geared toward Humble, Hungry and Smart Business Leaders.
Join me for a candid LinkedIn Live interview with Susie Japs, founder of Wejungo and a nationally recognized leader in talent strategy. With 100+ companies under her belt, Susie knows what it takes to attract, hire, and retain exceptional talent—even during downturns and crises. If you're rethinking your workforce strategy or looking for fresh ideas to stay competitive, this is the conversation for you.…
In this video you’ll learn about executive presence, what it is and why it matters for leadership effectiveness. I recently returned from Santa Fe, New Mexico where I visited the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum. O’Keeffe is well known as the artist who created the painting that commanded the highest price ever by a female artist: $44M in 2014. What I didn’t know about her until I visited the museum is that at her prime in the 1930s she was one of the most photographed women in the US, recognizable to millions and millions of Americans. Most of the museum was dedicated to her paintings, but there was a small room containing some of the photographs of her. Her powerful image jumps off the wall, and draws you in. Confident. Composed. Authentic. But executive presence isn’t just about how you look. Listen in, to find out the other secret ingredients of a strong presence.…
For three generations, Phil Kouffman has crafted some of the most exquisite dream homes in the Hamptons. He provides a full spectrum of professional construction services for the East End, including custom homes, spec building, design-build, major renovations and commercial construction. Join us for a conversation about his work and what led him to Vistage Worldwide, Inc. !…
There’s something magical about gathering around a small campfire on a chilly night with friends. My most memorable campfire experience took place next to a lake on a retreat several years ago in the Berkshire Mountains with the members of my CEO peer advisory group. That evening each person took turns sharing an artifact, a physical object, that had special meaning for them. It was remarkable. There were tears and laughter and long silences. We learned things about each other that we otherwise never would have learned. In this blog you’ll learn what created the conditions for such an extraordinary evening, which displayed the power of peers.…
I’ve heard it said that “nothing focuses the mind like contemplating your own death.” Ron Shaich, the entrepreneur and former owner of Panera, has been doing this every year for the last two decades. Contemplating his own death! In this video you’ll learn more about what Shaich calls his “favorite annual ritual.” It’s the most productive—and inspiring—thing he does all year. You’ll also learn how to put this idea into action for yourself, to get things right with the grand project that is your life and your work. It might just be the most important and productive thing you do this year too.…
At a recent party someone asked me, “What do you do?” And she followed up with this: “Why do you do it?” The first question I get alot. But the second one—the “why”—got me thinking about my journey. I came to realize that the things that have had the greatest impact on me as a leader are not what you might expect: my parents’ roots and the activities I did as a kid; two elections in school; the insight not to be intimidated—nor seduced—by prestige; and what I learned from firing an entire Board of Directors and navigating a $120 million financial fraud. In this podcast you’ll learn a little about me, about what I do, and most importantly, why I do it. Perhaps these reflections on my journey will prompt you to think about your own.…
For the first time in human history, five generations are working side by side in the workplace. It’s a challenge I hear about a lot from the CEOs I work with. Dr. Katherine Jeffery is a researcher and consultant who helps organizations navigate the challenges of a multi-generational workforce. I recently heard her speak, and what she said was eye opening for the 300 Vistage CEOs in the audience. You can get her generational chart by clicking here: https://www.katherinejeffery.com/generational-chart . In this podcast you’ll learn what’s really going in the workplace, and how the best leaders are leveraging this as an opportunity in a highly competitive marketplace.…
Mark Shivers is Founder and President of Ignite IPA, a consulting and software implementation firm. In this interview you’ll learn about an amazing program that helps employees accomplish their “bucket list” dreams, and a recent HIA-LI award highlighting Ignite’s commitment to strengthen the Long Island community. As 3 year Vistage founding member, Mark also shares personal examples of how Vistage has impacted his leadership, both personally and professionally.…
Bob Gronenthal is Owner and CEO of Island Tech Services, a leading provider of advanced technology, mobility and vehicle solutions to business professionals, first responders and public sector employees nationwide. Bob is a member of my Vistage CEO peer advisory group. And from my very first conversations with him early in 2024, he talked about the importance of developing and investing in his leaders to help improve their effectiveness, support company strategy and drive results across the organization. And he is enrolling two of his direct reports in my Vistage Key Executive Group. Bob is a visionary who is deeply committed to developing his most trusted advisors and direct reports, by expanding their leadership tool kit, and equipping them to make better cross-functional decisions. His vision is compelling. With his deep, strategic investment he is developing key executives who: -Are more effective, aligned and proactive decision makers -Have diverse perspectives to spur new approaches to solving business challenges -Are committed to developing their own executive presence, confidence and accountability The Key Executive program is the gold standard for developing C-suite executives. Monthly meetings with key executives from non-competing industries Coaching and ongoing, real-time support from a seasoned Chair Issue processing to address and overcome challenges. This interview provides a rare glimpse into the mind of an exceptionally talented and visionary CEO, to understand the thought process around sponsoring his direct reports to participate in the Vistage Key Executive program.…
I live on a small harbor on the eastern end of Long Island, where osprey are abundant. Also known as fish hawks, osprey have an extraordinarily majesty when they soar over the water. They are not only beautiful, they are also ruthless hunters. Osprey hunt fish and with their stealth, their vision and their ability to adjust their flight they do it with extraordinary precision. In this podcast you’ll learn about two special qualities of osprey, and their direct applicability to high performance leadership. Learning from this breathtaking creature can take your leadership to new heights!…
I'm excited to launch a Key Executive group this September. Join my and Grayce Carson to discuss what all the buzz is about! You’re striving for excellence while navigating a complicated corporate landscape. The Vistage Key Executive Program connects you with an elite peer group focused on one goal: empowering one another to achieve greater results. Confidentially address personal and professional challenges with the guidance of an accomplished business leader. Leverage new insights and powerful resources to hone your leadership skills and push your career forward.…
Willie Mays was one of the greatest all-around players in the history of baseball. He was exceptional in all aspects of the game. And he was also one of the most charismatic players of his generation: exuberant, passionate and full of joy, both on and off the field. In this video you’ll learn what his passion can teach us about leadership. You’ll also learn one of the little secrets he used to energize the crowds and pump up his teammates!…
Current Vistage member, Dee Smith, has a unique vision around cultivating organizational needs with strategic solutions through the use of technology. She has spent the past 15 years servicing clients to get their messages out to their audience and would now like to use her knowledge for good in this world. Dee is the CEO at Linx Communications, a Strategic Marketing Technologies company.…
I recently returned from a biking trip to Spain and Portugal, where I learned some things about Christopher Columbus I didn’t know. Columbus provided the inspiration that led to the discovery of America. But without his partner, Martin Alonso Pinzon, who was a brilliant strategist and navigator, Columbus might never have made it. Columbus was the visionary and Pinzon the pragmatist, and from a leadership perspective you need both styles. In this podcast you’ll learn why high performing teams need both visionary leadership and practical execution.…
Cael Sanderson might be the only athlete—in any sport—never to have lost a single competition in their entire intercollegiate career. His career record in college wrestling was 159-0, winning 4 individual national championships. He has brought his brilliance to Penn State wrestling team, which has won 11 out of the last 13 national team championships. What’s Sanderson’s secret?” The answer is Mindset. Sanderson uses the term “permanent beta” to describe a growth mindset to his wrestlers. Practicing “permanent beta” means seeing your whole life as continuous beta testing, continuous learning and improvement. In this podcast you’ll learn about the power of a growth mindset, and how to incorporate it into your leadership.…
Abe Lincoln is always at or near the top of the list when people are asked, “Who are the greatest leaders in history?” The genius of Lincoln was the team he assembled around him. His entire leadership team had all previously been his political rivals. When asked why he chose them, Lincoln replied it was because they were “the strongest leaders” he could find. In this podcast CEOs and Owners will learn how to follow Lincoln’s lead by doing two critically important things. The first is surrounding yourself with the strongest leaders you can find. And the second is developing their strengths. The Vistage Key Executive Program helps CEOs and Owners do exactly that.…
Current member, Sin Senh, and I discuss what led him to being CEO of Roux, and what led him to Vistage. Sin Senh is a registered Professional Geologist with over twenty years of experience in environmental site assessment, remediation, and risk management. He holds Bachelor’s degrees in Geology and Environmental Studies and a Master’s degree in Hydrogeology from Binghamton University. He is currently the Chief Executive Officer and a Principal Hydrogeologist at Roux (1999-Present). Mr. Senh has served as the Project Principal on hundreds of sites within the New York City metropolitan area, including investigation and remediation of landfill sites, manufactured gas plant sites, underground storage tank release sites, E-designation sites, and former industrial sites in support of site redevelopment. He has also been retained as an expert witness in cases that include allocation of remediation costs among multiple parties (including allocation to determine the additional cost, responsibility, and liability of contamination due to spills, leaks, discharges, or releases occurring after transfer in ownership), soil and groundwater contaminant fate and transport, and determining timing of releases…
Getting perspective in the midst of action is an essential leadership skill. Elite athletes have it, as do great military leaders and inspiring spiritual leaders. Walt Whitman called it “being both in and out of the game.” The horizontal dimension of leadership is all the stuff you have to do, it’s putting your head down and getting it down. The vertical dimension is lifting your head up and asking, “what’s really going on here?” For most leaders the vertical is the hard part. In this video you’ll learn more about why the vertical dimension of leadership is so critical, and some tips for how to practice it.…
Kym Laube is the Executive Director of Human Understanding Growth Services, Inc., HUGS, Inc., located in Westhampton Beach, NY. In this position she brings over 30 years of substance use prevention knowledge and expertise, leading the organization to provide a full array of multidimensional prevention services. Kym is a national trainer and speaker, working with notable leaders in prevention including CADCA. She is also a current member of our Vistage Peer Advisory Group…
Join me and Long Island business leader, Scott Passeser. Scott is a proponent of the insights from Vistage’s CEO Confidence Index, and their applicability for business leaders. Each quarter he invites me onto his show, “Radio Jobline 103.9,” where I do a deep dive into these insights. We discuss national and Long Island trends in the report, and bring them to life by discussing how Long Island CEOs are leveraging the information to make better decisions and get better results in their business. Scott has over 25 years of strategic recruitment experience on a local, regional and global scale as both a manager and individual contributor. He is recognized for content creation to increase web and social media traffic, capture of new verticals, account development, training, team-building and full life-cycle recruitment. He also has a strong record of achievement in corporate recruiting working for OSI Pharmaceuticals, Henry Schein, Inc. and CA Technologies. Former Staffing and Career Columnist for National Business Employment Weekly, Newsday and Long Island Business News.…
Caitlin Clark plays basketball for the University of Iowa. She recently took over the top spot as the all-time scoring leader in the history of women’s college basketball, and also broke the men’s college basketball career scoring record that has been on the books for over 50 years. Clark has been described as “unstoppable….a supernova….a tsunami of impact!” People also talk about her swagger: the confidence, boldness and aggressiveness that she demonstrates on the court. Recent research on leadership highlights 22 behaviors of leadership effectiveness, and one of these dimensions is called “dominant,” which is the hunger we see in the best leaders. In this podcast you’ll learn what this essential leadership behavior looks like, and how Iowa’s “basketball supernova” exemplifies all that it means.…
How do you make decisions? Some rely on instinct and others rely on data. But you can’t overlook the value of outside perspectives. The CEO Confidence Index is one of the crown jewels of Vistage. It’s the definitive source for what leaders of SMBs are thinking—outside perspectives—and a leading indicator of a major metric used by the best economists in the US. It’s a bit like those curved mirrors in a parking garage, you know the ones that help you see around the corner. As the leader of your organization you still have to drive the car, but the Vistage CEO Index helps you see what’s coming around the corner for small and midsize companies. It may help you make better decisions.…
Current member, Ryan Dempsey, provides insight into what drew him to Vistage. Ryan Dempsey is the Managing Partner at East End Group that provides commercial maintenance services to property owners, managers and businesses in New York and throughout the northeast. They install new services and fixtures, perform preventative commercial maintenance services, and complete building condition reports. East End Group has distinguished themselves from other commercial maintenance companies through its exceptional professionals, dedication to innovation, communication, and significant experience as a full-service provider of maintenance solutions. Their professionals are East End Group employees, not subcontractors.…
A colleague of mine, Norma Rosenberg, says she loves when her non-profit and for profit CEOs get together, because they “rub off on each other.” Leaders grow when they’re exposed to different leadership approaches. And in the course of these interactions, divergent perspectives “rub off on each other” to the benefit of all. In this installment you’ll gain key insights on what business can learn from non-profits on two important topics: strategy and people.…
I recently went to an exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum Art that got me thinking about leadership and in particular this question: what can we learn from our competitors? The exhibit focused on two painters from the 19th century—Edouard Manet and Edgar Degas. They were rock stars! (Think “Taylor Swift and Beyonce” from the 19th century!) And they had a complicated relationship over the years; they were friends and competitors, adversaries and even enemies for a time. But they leveraged what they learned from each other to become even more proficient—and creative—artists. The leadership take away for me was that we have a choice in how we think about our competitors. We can give in to the impulse to mock what they do, discredit them at every opportunity, even try to eliminate them. Or, we can step back and appreciate what they do, and look for ways to learn from them to improve our business and become a better leader. This podcast describes the unexpected painting that illustrates how even hostility can lead to innovation.…
Join me with current member James Dussich to talk about our Vistage peer advisory group. James Dussich is a solution-based leader with immense passion, focus on accountability, dedication to growth and integrity across all aspects of his work. As Chief Executive Officer and Owner at Mint-X® LLC, James manages all aspects of the business including P&L, vision and planning, growth strategy, operations and manufacturing, sales and marketing and business development. His “roll up your sleeves” attitude has driven his company from inception to an international thriving business that includes strategic partnerships with the leading retailers in the world. James has spent his career building Mint-X® from the ground up. Prior to becoming CEO, he was Chief Operating Officer where he established and then managed multiple manufacturing facilities across New York and New Jersey. Additionally, he led research and development of new products, overseeing everything including quality assurance and logistics from ideation to store shelves. Under James’ leadership the company earned multiple prestigious certifications that are nationally recognized as the Gold Standards in manufacturing practices.…
I meet each month privately with my members where we really dig into the issues and opportunities specific to each member. In these sessions, I don't have all the answers. In fact, my philosophy in coaching is to ask the questions no one else is asking them. My role is to question their answers and help them get to the next level. This episode contains testimonials about the value of these one-to-one executive coaching sessions straight from my members themselves.…
A friend of mine recently returned from a long weekend with friends she has known for decades. When I asked about the weekend, she smiled and said, "I was with my tribe again: it was wonderful!" There are tribes in the workplace too, and the wonderful book "Tribal Leadership" points out that there are various stages of tribal development in organizations. And each stage has its own culture. What's the culture of our Vistage tribe, otherwise known as a peer advisory group? This video describes that culture, in the words of several of its members.…
When I was a teenager my mother used to talk about the importance of "keeping good company." It was another way of telling me to stay out of trouble! One of the business books on my shelf is called the "Power of Peers," and the subtitle always brings my mother to mind: "How the Company You Keep Drives Leadership, Growth and Success." When executives "keep good company" it allows them to leverage the collective wisdom of diverse perspectives to better meet challenges and identify opportunities. My Vistage peer advisory groups leverage the power of peers through the way we process business issues and opportunities. In fact, one of my CEO members told me that issue processing is the "secret sauce" of Vistage. In this video you'll learn why.…
One of the most common reasons I hear for not joining Vistage is, "I can't make the time." It's a great observation, because time is our most precious asset. And it's non-renewable. We all have the same number of hours each week: 168. The key question is how we spend the time we have. Vistage members don't join because they're looking for something to do. In fact, they are among the most productive leaders anywhere. As a colleague of mine is fond of saying, "Vistage doesn't take time, it nets time." How? By putting a stop to doing other people's jobs, by practicing how to delegate effectively, by getting home earlier, and by devoting more time to the most important relationships in their lives. In this podcast you'll hear how they manage the time commitment.…
One of the qualities I often see in small business owners is grit. Angela Duckworth is a leading authority on the science of grit, which she describes in her popular book by the same title. Duckworth did her research on grit among cadets at West Point, all of whom endure a 7 week summer initiation program called "The Beast," 'which is engineered to test the limits of new cadets. In this podcast you'll get some insights into Duckworth's "grit scale" that may surprise you. You'll also learn about the applicability of true grit to running a business from a husband and wife team who runs a Greek market. You'll enjoy hearing how they took on their landlord to launch a small--and highly successful--business.…
There are so many things about my CEO peer advisory boards that I love. What I focus on in this podcast is providing a glimpse into how these meetings are like learning labs. When we gather leaders open up, they share successes and failures, challenges and opportunities, things they've learned and things they're still trying to figure out! That's why it's like a laboratory: everybody learns from each other. At a recent meeting I opened the floor and invited people to share what they've learned from their experience with mergers and acquisitions. On this podcast you'll take home some nuggets of wisdom born from the group's hard won experience. You're in for a treat!…
Building a team is a lot harder than it looks! I recently came across an article in Forbes about the importance of getting the right balance among three very different kinds of employees: "minders, finders and grinders." In this podcast you'll learn about each one, not only the assets they bring to an organization, but also the liabilities when you have too much of any one good thing.…
The best leaders understand that business teams are not static, they don't stand still. Teams change: sometimes they progress forward, other times they go backward. This is the second in a two part series, where you'll learn about the five stages of development for teams. It's called COG's ladder and it was developed 50 years ago by a manager at Proctor and Gamble. And the premise is that teams have to step up, they have to collectively climb up a developmental ladder to become high performing. And it's up to the leader to help them get there.…
Organizational teams are like organisms: they are constantly evolving. Fifty years ago a manager at Proctor and Gamble published an article in the company's newsletter to help other people in his company to more effectively manage their teams as they evolve. The ideas in that article spread like wildfire to companies all over the world. The basic idea is that there are five steps in the ladder toward peak performance. And teams have to climb up that ladder in order to become high performing. In this two part series you'll learn about the five steps and how to leverage them, to help your team become the best of itself.…
Last week I came across one of the best definitions I've heard of the impact that an executive coach can have. "It's the coach's job to tell you what you don't want to hear, and show you what you don't want to see, so you can become the person you always wanted to be." Being a CEO or business owner is a tough job. It can be frustrating. It can be exhausting. And it can be lonely. A recent Vistage white paper called "The Seven Biggest Mistakes CEOs Can Make" is a treasure trove of wisdom to help leaders stay out of trouble. One common mistake is not finding a good guide. People don't think twice about getting a personal coach or guide for golf or tennis, for cooking or planning a vacation, even for raising their kids,. Why not a coach for something as important as your business? It's a game changer. In this podcast you'll discover five ways that coaches bring value.…
What's the best way to grow as a leader? Power up your strengths? Or fix your weaknesses? In the first of this two part series, we focused on a practical way to leverage our strengths, through what I call the "superpower" exercise. Now we turn our attention to the other half of the equation: reducing the trouble you get into from your weaknesses. Instead of doubling down, today's message is all about dialing it back! As one author puts it, growth sometimes requires becoming a "less exaggerated version of yourself." If you're good at completing tasks tune into relationships. If you're adaptable, be more disciplined. If you're good at talking, practice listening.…
In my CEO peer advisory groups there's an activity I like to do called the "superpower exercise." I invite my members to identify one big win from the last 12 months, and describe how they leveraged one of their superpowers to achieve the win. And then comes the fun part: I ask them to identify another area of their business where they are not leveraging that superpower. The superpower exercise focuses on what's "right" with people rather than what's "wrong" with them. And it encourages them to leverage what's right with their leadership. The competition for talent is going to continue, and one of the best ways to engage employees and managers is to develop them, to help them leverage their own God-given strengths to grow.…
The legendary boat designer, George Pocock, described competitive rowing as an art form, what he called a "symphony of motion." Building successful teams in business--like building a successful rowing crew--is also a form of art. In this podcast you'll learn more about how the peak performance of a highly effective business team is also a symphony of motion, similar to a competitive rowing crew. First, they have a clear understanding of roles. Second, they have great coordination and timing. And finally, they have a strong leader, who knows what the team is capable of, and is able to push them to their limit, without causing them to burn out.…
This week I picked up a book entitled "On Becoming a Leader" by Warren Bennis, one of the world's great authorities on leadership. Bennis identified six ingredients of leadership, and one of them--trust--resonates with me, given the times in which we live. In this podcast you'll learn about the six ingredients of great leadership, and why Trust is different from the other five ingredients.…
I lead a confidential peer group of non-competing CEOs. At our recent monthly meeting we discussed what each of us would like to take a Mulligan on in our business from the first six months of the year. I like the option of taking a Mulligan not only because I'm an average golfer at best. I also like the idea of thinking about what I wish I could "do over" in my life and my business. Not because I can change what's happened in the past, because I can't. Rather, I like the idea of reflecting on past mistakes in a community of peers so I can make changes and adjustments as I go forward. In this podcast you'll learn about the power of leveraging your Mulligans, whether at home or at work.…
I recently heard someone describe what it felt like to with their Vistage Chair, who is a great listener. She said, "when my Chair listens to me, I can hear myself think." What a great gift listening is, when it enables the other to hear themselves think. And sometimes that's all they need. I recently came across an article in the Harvard Business Review about the power of listening to inspire people to WANT to make the changes they know they NEED to make. This podcast shares simple, practical ideas for leaders to tap more into the power of listening than telling.…
When I first met Bob, a guy who worked at one of my former companies, I was completely underwhelmed. Over time, I came to understand Bob's super power: people were drawn to him, and wanted to follow him. Magnetic leaders are not always charismatic, but they are really good listeners and communicators. They have an ability to flex their management style, to modify it, because they recognize that in leadership one size does not fit all. They know how to tune into people's values and motivations, to understand what makes them tick. In this podcast learn more about what I learned from a guy named Bob.…
I recently came across an article from SpencerStuart that captured an important dimension of leadership during these times of uncertainty and complexity. And what resonated with me was the idea that leaders need to manage three key tensions to be effective: optimism vs. realism; push vs. pull; and fast vs. slow. The best leaders are nimble as they navigate these tensions, but that's easier said than done. The art of leadership requires: balancing optimism and realism; recognizing when to push team members and when to pull them along; and recognizing when to go fast and when to go slow. #executivecoaching, #leadershipdevelopment, #businessconsulting, #changemanagement, #teambuilding, #spencerstuart…
A business owner colleague of mine said something recently that stopped me in my tracks. "I saw myself as others do. And it blew me away!" My friend had just received feedback about his leadership from an unexpected place, and it opened a window that illuminated something he'd never seen before. This podcast discusses three practical steps to help you identify your blindspots, which are things about us which are obvious to others, but which we are unable to see. The great thing about discovering our blind spots as leaders is that it's a powerful catalyst for growth.…
Leaders are in the business of making decisions. And for the ones that require team members to support the decision, and implement it, the best leaders take the time to get buy-in. They recognize that sometimes you have to go slow, in order to go fast. In this podcast you'll learn about five decision-making models, and things to keep in mind for each of them. Leaders need to develop their capabilities to use all of these models effectively, as circumstances require. Send me a message on Linked In, if you'd like the description of the five models.…
I spend a lot of time behind closed doors talking with people who lead organizations about their biggest challenges and opportunities. There's a common theme in the background of many of these conversations: "what's within my control, and what's not?" In this podcast we talk about both, so that we can focus our precious time and attention on the things that really matter. At the top of the list of things within our control is the stories we tell ourselves.…
I recently came across research from the Harvard Business Review which reported that while 95% of people think they are self-aware, only 10 - 15% actually are. Evidently there are a whole bunch of people out there who are not aware, that they are not aware! Why does this matter? Because poor self-awareness is corrosive to performance, trust and teamwork. In this podcast you'll learn some of the most common behaviors of people who have high self-awareness, and how those behaviors can transform an organization. And you'll also learn some simple things leaders can do to cultivate self-awareness in themselves and their organizations.…
At a time when CEOs and Owners are looking for talent, and seeking to grow new leaders for their organizations, Duke Ellington offers an important leadership lesson. "The Duke" was one of the best jazz musicians there ever was. And he had a very particular way of bringing people together, nurturing their talent and being incredibly productive, composing1000 pieces of music over the span of 50 years. He had a knack for motivating people to take his music and make it their own, creating something new.…
Vistage Chair, Jeff Oak, interviews internationally recognized speaker, author and leadership consultant, Dr. Bill Crawford. Dr. Bill's two PBS television specials on stress and communication have been seen by over 15 million people. In this interview he describes a practical, five step process for leaders to access a specific part of their brain, which enables them to bring to life their best selves, and help others do the same. His actionable insights have broad applicability for managing stress, dealing with difficult people and living a life of purpose.…
What can business leaders learn from a football player who is now one of the best at his position, but who never played the sport before he was drafted? This podcast focuses on "impact players," who do whatever needs to be done to get things across the finish line, are good at adapting to new situations, and raise the level of play of everyone around them. Impact players are made, not born: it doesn't matter whether it's sports or business. And it's up to leaders to provide the necessary tools.…
Last week I attended the annual gathering for Vistage Chairs from around the world. On the ride to the airport after the conference I met Mark, another Chair from the west coast, who had had a very successful career as a public company CEO. He was a Vistage member for 17 years, and credits the experience with his growth as a business leader. When I asked Mark why he became a Chair, he shared a story of when his wife posed a question at an important juncture in his career. Listen to this podcast to learn what she asked him.…
Yesterday I climbed a mountain. Not figuratively. I actually climbed a mountain. On a couple of occasions as we climbed the steep and rocky path, the trail leveled off, revealing a beautiful view of another mountain. For a moment we thought we were at the top, until we turned and saw that the trail continued upward. Finally we came to a magnificent opening. It was a series of giant boulders, with spectacular views in all directions. We were looking not just at another mountain or two, but at 10 or 12 mountains, and beyond them dozens more. As leaders, we climb mountains all the time, and we may be tempted to stop halfway, and only factor in the viewpoints immediately before us. But we have to climb all the way to the top, where we can see many different perspectives, including--and especially--those that challenge us and make us uncomfortable. Leadership is all about perspectives.…
A number of years ago I worked for a large company, and the CEO required every member of his team to identify a mentor. And the mentor had to be at least 20 years younger than us. We would not be mentoring them, he said. They would be mentoring us. This week I learned something that surprised me. Gen Z--defined as someone born in the year 2000 or later--is the largest generation in human history. Over the next 10 years, 1.3 billion of them will enter the global workforce. The very culture of the workplace itself is changing. As the number of Gen Z-ers in the workfore grows, older and younger generations will both need to adapt. It's an opportunity for them to mentor each other.…
From my living room I overlook a small harbor, and one of my favorite things this time of year is watching the ducks. Ducks are extraordinary creatures, who offer extraordinary lessons for business leaders. As a leader are you trying to go it alone? How much are you getting outside perspectives to broaden your vision? And are you adapting your business to rapidly changing conditions? Maybe you can learn something from ducks!…
For many, the new year is an opportunity to press the reset button, to return to the fundamentals. I recently came across a 45 year old internal memo written by a person who was then the director of marketing at Nike. The memo stopped me in my tracks, first because it was so old, and second because it was so timely. It was entitled "Principles," and for as short as the memo was, it was chock full of wisdom for business leaders today.…
James Clear reminds us that habits--whether good ones or bad ones--are a collection of tiny decisions: "every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become." And what leader doesn't want to reach their full potential to become the best version of themselves? Sometimes we try to do too much. We want to develop new routines--new habits--so we can optimize our organization, develop our people, reduce our stress, lose weight, become more productive and achieving lasting success in our lives. All at once. But not all habits are created equal. Some of them--keystone habits--hold together other healthy habits. Imagine how much fulfilling your life would be if you could discover, and practice, one keystone habit that made everything else easier?…
The best selling author, Marianne Williamson, once said "As we are liberated from our fear, our presence automatically liberates others." A common fear among leaders is the fear that they are not equipped to lead, and someone is going to find out! It's called Imposter Syndrome, and research shows that as many as 1/3 of high achieving leaders have struggled with the self-doubt and anxiety it creates. The leadership journey is about narrowing the gap between the very best version of ourselves and how we're showing up now. This podcast provides five tips for conquering Imposter Syndrome.…
In her best-selling book entitled "Grit: The Power and Passion of Perseverance," Angela Duckworth has said, "Enthusiasm is common. Endurance is rare." Amidst social and economic turbulence and uncertainty, these are challenging times. And during such times, endurance and resilience are required. In this podcast we offer some terrific insights from the business guru, Jim Collins on the topic: How do great leaders navigate tough times? And some of it may surprise you!…
Stephen Covey has said that "trust is the highest form of human motivation." And he's right, because it brings out the best in people. This is the second of a two part series on "Quiet Quitting." In part 1 we discussed how to spot it, and today we focus on how to address it. Every day employees make a choice: "Am I only going to do the minimum necessary to keep my job? Or am I willing to go the extra mile." Research shows that the most important thing that motivates employees to go the extra mile is when their manager does a great job balancing getting results with a genuine concern for employees. And the most important ingredient for employees to feel valued is when they trust their leader, which requires relationship, consistency and expertise.…
General Douglas MacArthur once said that "age wrinkles the body, but quitting wrinkles the soul." This is first in a two part series on "quiet quitting," which is getting some attention these days. Today we focus on how to spot it,. A recent Workforce Confidence Index by LinkedIn showed that when employees were asked about their primary motivation for staying in their current jobs, 74% chose answers that amounted to some form of "sheltering" in a job: staying safe and hunkering down. This can take the form of only doing what's required or not volunteering for additional projects. And it could be driven by any number of factors: burnout or financial insecurity; a feeling of stagnation or dissatisfaction with leadership; a toxic work culture. In Part 2 we focus on how to address quiet quitting.…
The consultant Jeffrey Benjamin has said that "accountability is the measure of a leader's height." This is the third in a three part series on building better bosses, and we focus on the truth about accountability. Managing people has changed in the last three years, and one result is the new set of demands that have been placed on leaders. Bosses wear three hats: they are a leader, a coach and a manager. And accountability looks a little different in each of these domains. As a leader the boss engages the team and connects them to a compelling vision. As a coach, it means empowering individuals and teams to excel. And as a manager, the boss sets expectations and measures results.…
"People don't care how much you know, until they know how much you care." These words from John Maxwell have broad applicability, including in how managers and supervisors relate to their employees. This is the second in a three part series on Building Better Bosses, and today we focus on four basic human needs, and how managers and supervisors can address them. Our employees need four things: certainty, variety, significance and connection. The best managers focus on how to weave them into their own leadership, in a consistent and authentic manner.…
In a recent CEO survey, 75% of respondents said they are investing in programs to develop their leaders. They are building better bosses. Why? Because bosses--supervisors and managers--have the most direct impact on employee engagement, which in turn impacts business performance. This is the first in a three part series on building better bosses, adapted from a Vistage white paper on the topic. In this episode, we focus on how managing people has changed. The workplace has changed dramatically, and so have the demands that are placed on bosses. No roles have gone through more change in the last two years than that of bosses. Understanding "managing then vs. managing now" is key for giving bosses the support they need to be successful.…
During this time of uncertainty, communication is more important than ever. And as George Bernard Shaw once said, "the single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place." This is especially true when it comes to talking about tough issues. In this podcast we explore what it takes to have such conversations. Craig Weber has written a book called "Conversational capacity," which he defines as the ability to have a constructive dialogue about a really tough subject, in a way that is focused on mutual learning. The sweet spot for this capacity lies between two poles: on one side is candor and courage, and on the other, curiosity and humility. High performing teams need both.…
Leadership expert Robin Sharma says, "Change is hard at first, messy in the middle, and gorgeous at the end." For the best executives leading change effectively is a core competency, because the most important work for CEOs and business owners is adaptive work, which is all about change. Changing self-limiting beliefs to unlock potential within the organization. Changing the status quo to unleash innovation. Changing petty disputes that get in the way of collaboration. This is the third in a three part series based on John Kotter's model for leading change, which explores how to anchor change in your organization's culture.…
Michelangelo once said "the greatest danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it." This underscores the importance of vision, of aiming high when we are engaged in the work of adaptive leadership. This is the second in a three part series based on John Kotter's model for leading the kind of organizational change that drives performance. Developing a vision for change, communicating that vision in plain language, and removing obstacles are all essential steps for leading the kind of change that can transform an organization.…
Transformative leaders understand the importance of leading change. Whether it's changing the hearts ands minds of their employees to unleash untapped potential, or changing long-established ways of doing things that are no longer effective. Change is hard, and leading change is even harder. This is the first in a three part series on leading change, which lays out a strategic approach to assure that desired change is embraced within the organization, and can be sustained over time. It helps leaders identify what may need to change within their organization to get to the next level, and then provides a roadmap to get there.…
When I was a kid my Dad used to tell me, "you need the right tool for the right job." it's not going to work if you try to use a hammer to tighten a bolt or screw. In a previous episode we explored how leaders face two different kinds of problems in their organizations: technical and adaptive. Where leaders experience frustration is when they take a set of tools that works great with one type of challenge, and try to apply it to the other. In this podcast we dive deeper in the adaptive world, and explore six tools that help leaders take on adaptive challenges. This work is hard, and sometimes it's counterintuitive. And yet embracing adaptive work is the toll leaders have to pay to get on the road to bring their companies to the next level.…
It's been said that the most important step in finding a solution is defining the problem. In particular, defining what kind of problem it is. In this podcast we tackle the topic of two different kinds of challenges that all leaders face: technical vs. adaptive. Technical challenges and ones that can be addressed with information and expertise. People generally understand what the problem is, and who is responsible for fixing it. The obstacles are generally a combination of more time or money or people. Adaptive challenges are different. The problem may be difficult to define, and responsibility for fixing it may not rest with a single individual or group. And most importantly, the key obstacles i adaptive challenges are not time or money or people or technology. The obstacles are usually hearts and minds and deeply help beliefs. Leaders optimize their effectiveness by learning how to differentiate between technical and adaptive problems, and then bringing the appropriate approach.…
This is the third in a three part series on how to leverage three strategic opportunities to address the challenges of the so-called "great reset." This term refers to the fundamental shifts in the workforce that are forcing organizations to rethink their approaches to hiring, retention and employee development. This podcast focuses on three ways to develop employees who demonstrate high leadership potential: mentoring, stretch assignments and leadership development programs. Pairing high potential team members with mentors broadens perspectives and cultivates a deep understanding of the organization's history, culture and operating model. Stretch assignments--not to be confused with "sink or swim" assignments!--provide an opportunity to engage at a different level within the organization. And leadership development programs ensure the organization has the leadership capabilities necessary to drive performance, strengthen culture and achieve a strategic vision.…
This is the second in a three part series on how to address the "great reset" that is occurring among employees across so many industries. Major shifts in the workforce pose significant challenges in recruiting, retaining and developing employees. Leaders need to shift accordingly. Employee development is a key strategic opportunity meeting these challenges. The first element is developing both the technical and interpersonal skills of employees. These are sometimes referred to as "hard" and "soft" skills, but this overlooks that soft skills are actually the hardest skills of all to master! The second element of employee development is personal and professional growth: defining a future beyond the job an employee has been hired to do. Career paths are a powerful way to develop employees, and too often underutilized in many organizations.…
This is the first in a three part series on addressing the "great reset" that is occurring in the workforce across the country. Some have described this as the "great resignation," but resignations are only part of the story: there is a fundamental shift in the workforce--a reset-- that is posing significant challenges in hiring, retaining and developing employees. With the workforce in "reset" mode, companies need to respond in kind by resetting what they do. The first strategic opportunity that needs to be reset is onboarding. Leaders need to move from general onboarding to one that is role-specific; from onboarding that is "once and done" to a process that is ongoing; and from a focus on policies, procedures and employee benefits to culture and behaviors.…
Accountability--answering for one's own performance--is a key feature of high performing teams. The four basic steps involved--see it, own it, solve it, and do it--are necessary but not sufficient. The other key concept is psychological safety: the shared belief that it's OK to take risks. It is a sense of confidence that the team will not embarrass or punish its members when they put themselves out there. When accountability is high, but psychological safety is low, employees are anxious. They are wary about taking risks or seeking help. When psychological safety is high, but accountability is low, this breeds complacency. And when both psychological safety and accountability are low, employees are apathetic. The best leaders create an environment where both performance accountability and psychological safety are high. This powerful combination optimizes team and individual performance.…
Culture has become the hottest word in today's organizational lexicon. From boardrooms to locker rooms, everyone's talking about the critical link between culture and extraordinary team performance. Yet, as clear as that link may be, understanding what culture is, and what to do about it, has always been so murky. Until now. In this interview with Vistage Chair Jeff Oak, David Friedman reflects on his game changing book, "Culture by Design," which cuts through the fog and provides a simple, clear, and practical roadmap for building a high-performing culture - in any organization. Friedman brings a level of credibility and practical wisdom that stands in stark contrast to the typical academic treatment of culture.…
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