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Narrative VoicesUnlocking Leadership: The Power of Curiosity with Doug HenschCuriosity is a superpower for leaders, and in this engaging conversation, Doug Hensch shares insights from his latest book, "Rethinking Curiosity: How to Lead When You Don't Have All the Answers." With a background in psychology and organizational development, Doug emphasizes the importance of asking questions and embracing uncertainty in leadership. He discusses his personal journey from athlete to executive coach, highlighting how his experiences shaped his views on humility, curiosity, and connection. Throughout the episode, Doug provides practical advice on fostering a culture of curiosity within organizations, including the power of effective questioning and the significance of psychological...
2024-12-1835 min
BookThinkers: Life-Changing Books199. Doug Hensch | Re-Thinking CuriosityThe World’s #1 Personal Development Book Podcast!
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In today’s episode we have the pleasure to interview Doug Hensch author of “Re-Thinking Curiosity: How to Lead When You Don't Have All the Answers”
Doug is an Author, executive coach, entrepreneur, President and founder of the DRH Group which is an executive coaching company that inspires individuals and organizations...
2024-09-0537 min
It's an Inside JobUnlock Team Potential: The Surprising Power of Curiosity in Leadership.Get in touch with us! We’d appreciate your feedback and comments. Do you ever feel stuck because you don’t have all the answers? What if embracing curiosity could transform your leadership and personal growth? If you're tired of feeling like you need to know everything and want to unlock the true potential within yourself and your team, this episode is for you.In this episode, I dive into the deep connections between curiosity, resilience, and equanimity with author Doug Hensch, exploring his new book, Re-Thinking Curiosity: How to Lead When You Don't Have All...
2024-06-0356 min
CAHSS Podcast Series - Animal Health InsightsProblem-solving for PRRS 144-1c with Dr. Doug MacDougald. Animal Health Insights, Ep. 20. Jan. 25, 2023There are a number of health challenges that are prevalent in pig production – and we know that biosecurity is the name of the game when it comes to disease prevention. Some diseases seem to evade even the strongest biosecurity plans and this can be frustrating for producers and their veterinarians as they try to achieve optimum care for their herds.
Porcine respiratory and reproductive syndrome is a disease that has circulated in the swine world for years – however a recent highly pathogenic strain of this virus is challenging pig herds. Dr. Doug MacDougald, a swine veterinarian working out...
2023-01-2531 min
Looking For ANDOmar Harris - Be A J.E.D.I. Leader, Not a BossOmar L. Harris is back!!! And, we're excited to have him talk about his new book, "Be a J.E.D.I. Leader, Not a Boss." In this episode, we talk about how J.E.D.I. leaders are the right fit for building diverse organizations, representing multi-cultural clients, focusing on strengths and identifying the "brutal truths." Oh yeah, and we'll tell you exactly what J.E.D.I. stands for...
2021-07-0734 minLooking For ANDHIle Rutledge - Self-Awareness & EmpathyOn this week's episode, Hile and I tackle two of the foundational elements of emotional intelligence (EQ): emotional self-awareness and empathy. Countless books and articles have been written about these skills and Hile helped me realize something that I had not thought of...there are really just two sides to the same coin. We explore how leaders high in these skills can manage themselves and others in more effective ways. And, we discuss a handful of tips and tricks to help you build your emotional self-awareness and empathy.
2021-06-3036 minLooking For ANDHile Rutledge - DRiVWhat drives you to work harder and persevere longer? What activities or behaviors drain you and leave you feeling depleted? What is motivation and why might it be important for us to consider as leaders? Hile Rutledge joins me this week to answer these questions and more while sharing some exciting news about his firm's new offering, the DRiV assessment. DRiV is a scientifically validated development tool that enables you to capitalize on individual and collective drivers to help your people become better leaders, stronger team members, and more satisfied, productive employees. In short, it helps you...
2021-06-1632 minLooking For ANDPeter Oliver - Making the ClimbYou are a successful sales rep and you've exceeded your quota every month that you've been with your company. In fact, you're the highest ranked rep in the country. What's next for you? Sales management? Not so fast...Peter Oliver author of "Making the Climb - From Salesperson to Salesmanager" joins us this week to talk about the book, his biggest mistake as a new manager, the key question to ask yourself when considering a management position and (my favorite topic recently) the role of humility when leading others. Click here to connect with Peter...
2021-06-0927 minLooking For ANDHile Rutledge - The PostThis week, Hile and I talk about one of the best CEOs of the last 40 years, Katharine Graham. We use the 2017 movie "The Post" as a backdrop where Graham (played by Meryl Streep) wrestles with the complexities of taking a company public, testing the first amendment and proving she can lead with a Board that initially sees her as incapable. We talk about her growth as a leader, her courage, how her values came into play and how she processed an agonizing decision.
2021-05-2630 minLooking For ANDEpisode 77 - Leslie Ehm - SwaggerIt is probably fair to say that at one point in time or another, we have all contemplated some of the following questions: Who am I? What is my purpose? What do I want to be when I grow up? After years of working with professionals across the globe, Leslie Ehm, stumbled on a number of principles that she believes can help answer these questions. In this week's show, we talk about her new book, "Swagger - Unleash Everything You Are and Become Everything You Want." We talk about how her book is different from most self-help...
2021-05-1930 minLooking For ANDHile Rutledge and HoosiersIn 1986, the film Hoosiers was released and told the story of a small high school in Indiana where the boys basketball team defies the odds with a new coach to make a run at the state title. It's the classic David & Goliath story and it's loosely based on a real high school in the mid-1950s. Hile and I use the movie to talk about how the coach led this small team (it only had 7 players) against state powerhouses, a town that wanted the coach to be fired and a star player who wasn't on the team...
2021-05-1231 minLooking For ANDJulie Fast - Getting it Done When You're DepressedMany people suffer from depression on a daily basis. The hard part is learning to live with it. Getting up and getting moving can seem like an insurmountable chore. You know you need to be productive but your brain just won't cooperate. Getting It Done When You're Depressed, offers 50 strategies to break the cycle of inactivity that so often accompanies depression. These strategies are practical and easily applicable for anyone trying to lead a lifetime of productivity, regardless of your mood. Author, speaker and expert, Julie Fast, joins me to talk about her book and why it...
2021-05-0536 minLooking For ANDI want to be Ted Lasso (Part 2)Hile and I are still interested in being a little more like Ted Lasso - one episode was not enough! In this episode we chat about courage, self-awareness, purpose and psychological safety. We also dig into a couple of our favorite Lasso quotes and the "big idea." (Hint: We both agree on what it is and why it's so important for leaders!) If you haven't watched Ted Lasso on Apple TV+, get to it!
2021-04-2835 minLooking For ANDBrian TaralloDo you have Zoom fatigue? Are you just tired of meeting, altogether? In this week's episode one of the best facilitators I have ever witnessed joins us to share his secrets to getting rid of the "meeting monsters." Brian Tarallo, Managing Director Lizard Brain Solutions, talks about how online meetings can actually be BETTER than those that are in-person (and I agree!) with just a little bit of effort. Please join us for some useful tips and tools to make your meetings great as we discuss his new book, "Surviving the Horror of Online Meetings - How to facilitate...
2021-04-2132 minLooking For ANDI want to be Ted Lasso (Part 1)Have you watched the Apple TV+ show about an American football coach who is hired to manage a Premier League soccer club in the UK? Hile and I liked it because it was funny, emotional and entertaining. And, we realized that it was chock-full of leadership lessons. So, we decided to dedicate an episode (ok, 2 episodes!!!) to discussing what lessons we think Ted Lasso can teach you. In this episode, we talk about receiving feedback, soliciting ideas, being vulnerable and the importance of engaging at all levels of the organization. What's your favorite Ted Lasso lesson? Spoiler...
2021-04-1430 minLooking For ANDKristen Cox - Stop Decorating The FishProblems arise every day, in business, government and non-profit organizations. Unfortunately, leaders often trade 'looking busy' and activity for real progress. Kristen Cox, former Executive Director of the Governor's Office of Management and budget for the state of Utah and recipient of Governing Magazine's "Public Official of the Year" award joins us to talk about a book she co-authored with Yishai Ashlag - "Stop Decorating the Fish - Which solutions to ignore and which problems really matter." Cox and Ashlag use a simple story about a dwindling fish population in the fictional town of Busyville to demonstrate the "Seductive 7"...
2021-04-0734 minLooking For ANDHile Rutledge - Emotional Self-AwarenessHile is back and he is REALLY self-aware!! Or, is he?? Hile and I talk about the importance of emotional self-awareness, how it is related to empathy and how we can learn it from others (even our 20-year old sons!). You will walk away from this episode with several simple, science-backed tools for improving your emotional self-awareness, so please let us know which one makes the most sense for you. Finally, please don't forget to head over to www.OKA-online.com and check out their new assessment, DRiV - learn what drives you and what...
2021-03-3138 minLooking For ANDWilliam B. Irvine - The Stoic ChallengeOn average, about 4,000 self-improvement books are published each year. Often, they call upon years of extensive research and have wonderful, science-backed tips for improving our lives. In this week's episode, we talk to William B. Irvine, PhD, Professor of Philosophy at Wright State University about his new book, The Stoic Challenge - A Philosopher's Guide to Becoming Tougher, Calmer, and More Resilient. And, while the book is new, the teachings are not. We discuss how the Stoics got it right several thousand years ago. Their goal was to live a life of tranquility and Irvine has done a masterful...
2021-03-2433 minLooking For ANDHile Rutledge - What important skill are leaders potentially missing?In this episode Hile and Doug dig into some interesting topics like self-awareness, trust, delegation, conflict and curiosity. We argue that there are a handful of essential skills that most leaders will need to be successful and that acquiring these skills builds an upward spiral of improvement. What do you think is necessary to be a good leader in today's world?
2021-03-1737 minLooking For ANDTimothy Dukes - Present CompanyHave you ever met an incredibly peaceful, compassionate person who gives you their full attention? Feels good, right? Please welcome Timothy Dukes, co-author of Present Company - Cultivating Cultures of High Performance in Teams and Organizations to the podcast. Within seconds of hearing his voice, listening to his wisdom and contemplating his ideas, you will want to get a copy of the book and dive right in. In this episode, we define "presence," we talk about it's effect on teams, what enables presence and one simple thing we can all do to be present with our colleagues...
2021-03-1030 minLooking For ANDHile Rutledge - What is your favorite movie?"What is your favorite movie?" Hile and I pose this question to each other and do our best to find the lessons in our top ten movies. Hile's list includes Tootsie, The Godfather and Field of Dreams. Doug talks about Rogue One, Talladega Nights and Miracle, to name a few. We found courage, transformation, humility, vision and emotional intelligence in our favorite characters. Please join us for a lively conversation, a few surprises and some tips for being a better leader.
2021-03-0339 minLooking For ANDMark Brouker - Lessons From The NavyWhat are the most critical aspects of being a great leader? While there are literally thousands of books on this subject, Capt. Mark Brouker takes a stab at this in his new book, "Lessons From the Navy: How to Earn Trust, Lead Teams, and Achieve Organizational Excellence." In this week's episode of Looking for AND, we talk about the "six critical behaviors" that Brouker has identified and we dig into each one. This is probably one of the more practical shows we have had in a while. Please join us as we discuss respect, listening, Colin Powell...
2021-02-2433 minLooking For ANDHile Rutledge - Who is your favorite non-fiction leader?Hile Rutledge is back for another great conversation about leadership! This week, we ponder the question, "Who is your favorite non-fiction leader?" As expected, the answers we both give to this question take us down a couple of different paths. We talk about having a vision, the role of empathy, how execution is critical and the role of growth and learning. We also get into the downside of optimism and how humility just might be in short supply. Please join us for another lively conversation as we explore the AND of leadership. Be sure to...
2021-02-1734 minLooking For ANDOleg Konovalov - The Vision CodeDr. Oleg Konovalov wanted to be an explorer when he was a kid. His vision was to investigate this beautiful planet to solve it's greatest mysteries. As Oleg matured and paid attention to his surroundings, he decided to explore something we know less about...people. In his latest book, "The Vision Code - How To Create And Execute A Compelling Vision For Your Business," Oleg writes about the need for a positive, compelling vision, how to develop this vision, what mistakes to avoid and why it will help you, your company and even your family navigate this...
2021-02-1025 min
GRACE under Pressure John BaldoniGRACE under pressure: John Baldoni with Doug HenschDoug Hensch, executive coach and author, shares insights into building resilience. He shares lessons learned from his mentor Martin Seligman, the father of positive psychology. Doug also shares some insights into resilience that he gained as a college athlete. www.drhleadership.com and www.lookingforand.com
2021-02-0930 minLooking For ANDHile Rutledge - How do you define leadership?Welcome back (and forward!) to Hile Rutledge, President and Principal Consultant of OKA! Hile joined us way back in lucky episode #13 to talk all things emotional intelligence. Since then, Hile and Doug have had a number of conversations that got Doug thinking, "What if we recorded more of these discussions?" So, Hile and Doug put their heads together and decided to just talk and hit the Record button. (Unfortunately, that means Doug gets more time to talk...) Moving forward, Hile and Doug will talk about numerous topics, all related to "leadership." Hile will join Doug every other...
2021-02-0332 minLooking For ANDDan Markovitz - The Conclusion TrapWhat is the key to making better decisions? Dan Markovitz, author of "The Conclusion Trap - Four Steps to Better Decisions" argues that one of the biggest mistakes we all make is the idea that we do not understand the issue at hand as well as we could. We often rush into our decisions without having a clear, complete idea of what is in front of us. As a "lean thinking" expert with years of experience helping non-profits, government agencies and corporations, Markovitz leads us through the four steps and gives us practical advice for just about...
2021-01-1336 minLooking For ANDTom Goodell - The Four Fields of LeadershipDo we REALLY need another leadership book? If you are talking about "The Four Fields of Leadership - How People and Organizations Can Thrive In A Hyperconnected World," then the answer is a resounding, "YES!" Author, coach and consultant Tom Goodell brings a simple framework to the leadership field that took over 20 years to morph into this important book. We talk about emotional intelligence, how his enterprise architecture background influenced his thinking and the four unifying principles that make this a must-read for leaders at any level.
2020-12-0933 minLooking For ANDChris Lewis - The Infinite LeaderWhat do Volkswagen, Wells Fargo and NASA have in common? At one point, each of these organizations with storied histories experienced a major, public failure that was a result of "catastrophic leadership." My guest, Chris Lewis, and I talk about how it's time to put an entirely new lens on leadership. His new book, "The Infinite Leader - Balancing the Demands of Modern Business Leadership" encourages us to consider both long and short term ways of thinking. In addition, he tells us to embrace imagination, empathy, humility, humor and (above all else) courage. We talk about the usefulness of...
2020-12-0234 minLooking For ANDClint Babcock - NEGOTIATING FROM THE INSIDE OUTClint has nearly 25 years experience developing and directing organizations' recruiting and sales strategies, as well as coaching and mentoring "C-level" executives. In this episode, he and I talk about the art of business negotiation and his new book, "Negotiating from the Inside Out: A Playbook for Business Success." This book is entirely focused on the business negotiator and can help you avoid the most common mistakes, learn how your personality may affect how your negotiate and give you a simple process to improve your outcomes.
2020-11-2528 minLooking For ANDAlan Robinson - Corporate CreativityAlan Robinson, PhD, argues that most creativity comes from the bottom up. That is, frontline employees are the source of the most and best ideas that will make your company more effective. And, he has the research to back it up. On this week's episode, we talk about an oldie AND a goodie..."Corporate Creativity - How Innovation and Improvement Actually Happen." It was published in 1997 and is still one of my favorite books. Dr. Robinson shares some insights on why it's important for leaders to demonstrate humility, why power gets in the way of good ideas...
2020-11-1838 minLooking For ANDOmar Harris - The Servant Leader's ManifestoWhat can Star Wars teach us about modern day leadership? How is a 50+ year old concept (servant leadership) more important than ever? Why do some managers engage in toxic behaviors? Please join Omar Harris and I as we try to answer these questions and discuss his new book, "The Servant Leader's Manifesto." We also discuss some of the top toxic behaviors, how to let go of micromanaging and the importance of humility. And, as a lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers fan, Omar shares why Head Coach Mike Tomlin is a great example for us all.
2020-11-1131 minLooking For ANDJosh Weiss - The Book of Real-World NegotiationsJosh Weiss is back! He's got a new book ("The Book of Real-World Negotiations: Successful Strategies From Business, Government, and Daily Life") that helps all of us create more "AND-like" situations when we negotiate. On this week's episode we dive head first into the myths of negotiation, what is the best way to plan, why information is the "currency of negotiation" and how to help the other person form a collaborative mindset. Josh and I also discuss the role of emotional intelligence, why it's important to create a "possiblist" frame when negotiating and a question that opens...
2020-11-0436 minLooking For ANDRob Hartnett - It's All PossibleWhat do you think when you see the title of a book being "It's All Possible - How to lead an epic life and unleash the high performance hero within you?" I'm a big believer in the positive role of optimism, hope and positive emotions AND I'm kind of a skeptic by nature. Well Rob Hartnett, set me straight...he's no skeptic and he does not believe in being overly optimistic. Rob has been studying successful people for decades and now he's sharing his secrets. Join us when we talk about being realistically optimistic, when you are...
2020-10-2932 minLooking For ANDTerri Jacke - Is This A Lousy Job Or Is It Me?When was the last time you thought of developing your own character? How would you feel if you knew there were multiple stages to character development that directly impacted your ability to be effective at work and find peace in your professional life? Terri Jacke, executive coach and author of "Is This A Lousy Job Or Is It Me? A Real-Life Guide For Achieving Success At Work" takes us through these stages and helps us understand how to learn from each stage and move to the next. Some great advice that you will not want to miss!
2020-10-2234 minLooking For ANDShannon Polly - Character Strengths MatterShannon Polly, MAPP, PCC, joins us this week to talk about one of my favorite topics...strengths! Shannon is super qualified to do this as a graduate of the Master's in Applied Positive Psychology program at the University of Pennsylvania. And, she co-authored Character Strengths Matter - How To Live A Full Life - an excellent source of tips, research and tools for putting your strengths to work. In this episode, we talk about applying our strengths in these difficult times, what they mean for parents and which strengths we may want to target, right now.
2020-06-1237 min
The Talent Grow Show: Grow Your Leadership and Communication Skills189: Developing Resilience and Positivity with Doug Hensch on the TalentGrow Show with Halelly Azulay [ep12 rebroadcast]Seems with every passing day the list of reasons to become more resilient in the face of all the change and chaos grows. So, we decided to rebroadcast this wonderful episode of the TalentGrow Show podcast featuring executive coach and resilience expert Doug Hensch. Author of the recently published Positively Resilient and host of the Searching for AND podcast, Doug shared some of his key tips on how to develop more resilience as a leader, both in yourself and in your team. We discussed Doug’s interesting career journey and major shift (and what book catalyzed a huge change fo...
2020-06-0935 minLooking For ANDAlain Hunkins - Cracking The Leadership CodeDid you know that a recent survey revealed that only 23% of employees think their leaders are doing well? Alain Hunkins, author of Cracking The Leadership Code - Three Secrets to Building Strong Leaders, has made it his mission to increase that number. On the podcast, we talk about how yesterday's leaders have passed down some bad habits, why empathy is so important, why it's critical to be present, how being authentic makes us more effective and what chimpanzees can teach us during a pandemic.
2020-05-2731 minLooking For ANDRoger Firestien - CreativityIn these difficult times I thought it would be helpful and uplifting to bring Roger Firestien back to the podcast. The Godfather of creativity and I talk about how we can be more creative in these difficult times. We spend some time talking about how people are already being more creative. We talk about Nutella brownies and how creativity gives us hope! Roger talks about his latest article regarding being creative while working from home and he shares 5 concrete tips: 1 - Find your creative space 2 - Identifying your creative time of day 3...
2020-05-2046 minLooking For ANDBob Kulhan - Business ImprovBob Kulhand, CEO of Business Improv is back! This week's episode is a second look at how using improv techniques can help us at home and work. We explore the roots of "Yes, AND..." while applying them to being resilient and adaptable. We also explore some of the misconceptions of "Yes, AND..." and when "Yes, but..." might be appropriate. Bob puts me on the spot to teach an improv activity we can all use at the dinner table and offers a host of resources to help you bring "Yes, AND..." into your life!
2020-05-1342 minLooking For ANDRyan Niemiec - Using Your Strengths To Be ResilientWe liked Ryan Niemiec, PhD (author of "The Power of Character Strengths: Appreciate and Ignite Your Positive Personality") so much that we decided to bring him back for another interview. This time, we're focused on what the science tells us about being resilient and using our strengths. So, this time around we talk about why it might be best to start with what's going right before you jump into fixing a problem, how painful emotions are more powerful than the comfortable ones (like joy, hope, awe, gratitude, etc), how an under-use of our strengths can negatively affect our physical...
2020-04-2943 minLooking For ANDRyan Carson - TreehouseWhat happens when the CEO of a company embraces the power of AND? You get Treehouse - A company dedicated to teaching people how to design & code online. And, what's so great about that? CEO and co-founder Ryan Carson was driven to build this company because he felt that a career in coding should not require an expensive college degree. Ryan leads by a number of core values and a dream to making a lucrative career in coding accessible to the masses, not just the privileged. We talk about trust, accountability, living a balanced life, false dichotomies...
2020-04-2232 minLooking For ANDAmy Fish - I Wanted Fries With ThatWhat prevents us for asking for what we want? Why do we hold back from complaining when the situation does not meet our standards? How can we do a better job of listening to complaints and acting upon them? Amy Fish, author of "I Wanted Fries with That: How to Ask for What You Want and Get What You Need," helps us answer these questions along with a couple of parenting tips that many of us will appreciate! And, if you stick around until the end of the episode, she will teach you how to get that...
2020-04-0734 minLooking For ANDDanielle Grant - Leading Beyond The EgoHow do our egos get in the way of being great leaders? When our primary motivators are power, prestige, reward and recognition, it is almost impossible to lead effectively in today's world where employees are increasingly looking for meaning, autonomy, authenticity and a higher purpose for the work that they and their organizations do every day. Danielle Grant, Director LeaderShape Global, joins us this week to talk about "transpersonal" leadership where leaders understand that there is more to life than just their self interests. Transpersonal leaders have found the sweetspot between emotional intelligence, spiritual intelligence and general...
2020-04-0232 minLooking For ANDMichael Bungay Stanier - The Advice TrapThink about the last time someone came to you with a problem. Chances are you gave them some advice. And, it felt good. This is usually our default reaction as giving advice can be a sign of power and prestige. According to best-selling author and coaching guru, Michael Bungay Stanier, we are better off resisting this very normal urge. In his new book, The Advice Trap - Be Humble, Stay Curious & Change the Way You Lead Forever, you will learn the simple, powerful tools that the most effective leaders, parents and people employ to help others. In...
2020-03-2631 minLooking For ANDChang Liu - Director, Loudoun County Public LibraryThis week's guest has not only embraced AND-like thinking in her own life, she has brought it to her organization. Chang Liu, Director of the Loudoun County Public Library was born in China and emigrated to the US 32 years ago. With a passion for learning and a set of encouraging parents, Chang has set about to make learning accessible, interesting and engaging. Chang's leadership has helped her staff to create an award-winning system of 10 libraries and over 300 employees that serve a population of 400,000+ residents in Northern VA. And, why do libraries even exist when we have smart...
2020-03-1927 minLooking For ANDKelly Lewis - Navigating PolaritiesHave you ever had a decision or problem that just didn't seem to go away? If you're a leader, you have probably confronted the idea of putting more structure in place OR giving people more flexibility. You may have considered the benefits of centralizing a certain function a couple of years after de-centralizing... Kelly Lewis joins us this week to talk about a new book that she authored with Brian Emerson - Navigating Polarities - Using Both/And Thinking to Lead Transformation. In this episode we learn how we can be better off actually "navigating" these issues...
2020-02-1233 minLooking For ANDDavid Marquet - Human/MachineWhat is leadership? Most dictionaries offer a definition that takes into account "causing or directing others" towards a goal or mission. David Marquet, former United States Navy submarine commander argues that great leadership is almost all about the language used to get the best long-term results possible. On this week's episode, David and I discuss his new book, Leadership Is Language - The Hidden Power of What You Say and What You Don't. We talk about how important it is to avoid binary questions, why it is so important that employees have the ability to say "No,"...
2020-02-0533 minLooking For ANDCandace Bertotti - How to Handle Difficult Conversations Like a ProCandace is on faculty at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government and Georgetown Law School, teaching courses called Arts of Communication and Negotiation. She is also the President of Candid Communications which serves to change the world for good by changing behavior. In this episode, you will learn the secrets to having great dialogue by talking at the right level, choosing a healthy goal and preparing. Oh, and a dose of curiosity and humility don't hurt, either...
2020-01-2337 minLooking For ANDGiles Watkins - Positive SleepHow much and how well do you sleep, on average? For the last couple of years, I have been on a crusade to improve my sleep. And, Giles Watkins new book (Positive Sleep - A holistic approach to resolve sleep issues and transform your life) has the answers I've been looking for all this time! Giles and I discuss how much sleep is needed by most people, why sleep is so important and how it can be your "secret weapon" in a competitive business world. He shares his top three tips for getting a good night's sleep...
2020-01-1640 minLooking For ANDBob Kulhan - Getting to Yes ANDOk, so that's a pretty cool title for a book! And... Bob Kuhan joins us for a fun discussion about how adopting a "yes AND" mindset can lead to greater productivity, improved communication and more creativity. In this episode, Bob and I discuss how mindfulness can make us better communicators, how "yes AND" promotes the sharing of ideas and why postponing judgment critical to cultivating ideas and exceptional problem solving. Getting To "YES, AND" - The Art of Business Improv is a great book AND Bob is a great interview!
2020-01-0933 minLooking For ANDOlivier Blanchard - Human/MachineHow many jobs will be lost with the coming AI and automation revolution? What tasks will be replaced? Which careers will be obsolete in 10 years? Olivier Blanchard co-author of Human/Machine - The Future of our Partnership with Machines argues that these may not be the best questions to be asking. Instead, let's 'look for the AND' in the partnerships that we can create to benefit employees, leaders and consumers. Blanchard does not want to paint an overly rosy picture. He and his co-author (Daniel Newman) suggest that we re-frame our goals, the direction we take and look at...
2019-12-2643 minLooking For ANDRae Ringel - How to Design Better MeetingsWhen was the last time that you finished a meeting that you attended and thought, "Wow! That was a great meeting...I wish it was longer!" It's probably somewhere between a long time ago and never. Rae Ringel, executive coach and consultant, joins me to talk about how we can stop this epidemic of wasted time and design better meetings. She talks about how many should attend, who should attend and two things everyone must do BEFORE the meeting even starts. This is a can't-miss episode for anyone who plans, facilitates or attends meetings!
2019-12-1938 minLooking For ANDBob Rosen - Healthy Companies InternationalBob Rosen, Chairman and CEO of Healthy Companies International, joins us to talk all things leadership. Bob is a psychologist with over 30 years of experience coaching CEOs at Fortune 500 companies and conducting research on what makes great leaders. He recommends that leaders consider being confident AND humble which allows them to empathize and listen more effectively. Leaders must learn to be comfortable in uncomfortable situations and that they need to take care of themselves, first. Come join us as we talk about the grounded, conscious leader of the future.
2019-12-1233 minLooking For ANDJack Fairweather - The VolunteerHow do you define courage? After speaking with Jack Fairweather, author of "The Volunteer: One Man, An Underground Army & the Secret Mission to Destroy Auschwitz, I am convinced that one of the ultimate examples is a 39 year-old Polish underground operative named Witold Pilecki. Pilecki VOLUNTEERED to be a prisoner at the infamous Auschwitz death camp beginning in 1940. The goal was to help the Allies get first-hand information on the camp. It is a study in grace, sacrifice, empathy and courage, among other positives human qualities. It's an episode you won't want to miss and a book you...
2019-12-0533 minLooking For ANDJen Brown - Think on Your Feet - Tips and Tricks to Improve Your Impromptu Communication Skills on the JobJen Brown, author of Think on Your Feet - Tips and Tricks to Improve Your Impromptu Communication Skills on the Job, helps us understand how learning improv skills doesn't just make you funny. It's a life skill that can help you communicate more effectively. She has taught everyone from 3 year olds to CEOs these skills. Tune in for a couple of laughs and some practical tips!
2019-11-2135 minLooking For ANDMegan McNealy - Reinvent The WheelI have heard too many people say something like, "Once I get X done, then I can focus a little more on myself so I can get in shape, eat better, etc." Impact entrepreneur and well-being expert Megan McNealy joins me for a lively discussion about why this is all wrong. Based on tons of research and her own personal experiences with an autoimmune disease, cancer and stressful career, Megan introduces us to a simple, science-backed approach that is centered on mind, body AND spirit. And, she argues...don't wait for the right time to take of...
2019-10-1741 minLooking For ANDAndrea Kramer & Alton Harris - It's Not You, It's the WorkplaceIn their new book, "It's Not You, It's The Workplace - Women's Conflict At Work And The Bias That Built It" Andrea Kramer & Alton Harris argue that these conflicts are rooted in two bias-driven workplace dynamics: 1) the obstacles to career advancement women encounter simply because they are women, and 2) the misunderstandings and stereotypes they face in working with women whose social identities are different from their own—be it because of race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, or parental status. In this episode, we try to debunk some of the myths surrounding this topic and recognize that this an issue we...
2019-10-1031 minLooking For ANDRoger Firestien - Create In A FlashHow can we get more creative when trying to solve big problems? This is the question that Roger Firestien, PhD, has been asking (and answering!) for over 40 years! As a consultant, professor and author of six practical, science-backed books, Roger has helped dozens of clients not only solve complex problems, he has taught them how to do this on their own. In this episode, we talk about his journey to this field, how his upbringing encouraged creativity and his new book, Create In A Flash - A leader's recipe for breakthrough innovation.
2019-10-0341 minLooking For ANDJohn Baldoni - Grace, A Leader's Guide to a Better USYour typical leadership book talks about developing strategy, managing people, working through uncertainty and coping with change, among other things. Grace - A Leader's Guide To A Better Us is not your typical leadership book. Author, coach and leadership expert John Baldoni joins me to talk about generosity, respect, action, compassion and energy. His book is exactly what we need as incivility has risen sharply since 2016. Baldoni helps us understand that we need a new type of leadership - one that requires humility AND effectiveness.
2019-09-2632 minLooking For ANDRick Snyder - Decisive IntuitionOne super power that I would love to have...making better decisions! One of my problems is finding the right formula or process as Amazon.com has over 50,000 books on the subject! Enter Rick Snyder and his new book, Decisive Intuition: Use Your Gut Instincts to Make Smart Business Decisions. Rick argues that we have been taught to ignore our intuition when, in many cases, we have all the information we need AND we just need to listen to that gut instinct to make the best decision available to us in a timely manner. We cover the three types...
2019-06-2635 minLooking For ANDChris Griffiths - The Creative Thinking HandbookOn page 1 of Chris Griffiths' new book, The Creative Thinking Handbook, he writes, "Knowledge is no longer power." And, I was hooked... In the latest episode of Looking for AND, Chris talks about being a Cleveland Browns fan, wanting to be an astronaut and how our education system probably needs an overhaul. We also get into the creative problem-solving process, biases and why it's important to 'slow down to speed up.' You can learn more about Chris and his company at www.OpenGenius.com and download a number of free creativity tools at www.Thinking.space
2019-06-1231 minLooking For ANDKelly Ross - Fearless Feedback"Can I give you some feedback?" That phrase can create anxiety for the person asking the question and the person who is on the receiving end. Executive coach, consultant and facilitator, Kelly Ross, joins us to talk about a new book that she co-authored with 6 of her closest friends - Fearless Feedback: A Guide For Coaching Leaders To See Themselves More Clearly And Galvanize Growth. Kelly & I talk about the value of feedback, common mistakes that leaders make and how to get better at giving and receiving. You can check out Kelly's credentials and services at www...
2019-06-0529 minLooking For ANDAmy Climer - The Deliberative CreativeWhat would it do for you or your team if you could be more creative? My bet is that more and better ideas would make you more productive and better at problem-solving. Amy Climer, PhD, joins me on this episode as we talk about the research-backed secrets to increasing creativity, innovation and collaboration. To get started, right now, talk to your team about implementing these seven norms of collaboration: 1 - Pause: Give yourself a second or two think about responding to a teammate. 2 - Paraphrase: Gain clarity with the speaker by helping them check for understanding AND spark ideas...
2019-05-2941 minLooking For ANDBrandon Copeland - New York JetsWhat do you think you can learn about life from a linebacker in the NFL? As it turns out, a lot! Brandon Copeland's list of accomplishments at age 27 is already pretty long - captain of the University of Pennsylvania Ivy League champion football team, NFL player, professor and accomplished speaker. This week, he takes time out of his busy schedule to talk about "Life 101" - a course that he teaches at Penn where students learn to make better decisions about their financial well being and plan for the future while being honest about today. Brandon is not...
2019-05-2232 minLooking For ANDJosh Weiss - The Negotiator in YouI hate conflict. I usually do whatever it takes to avoid disagreement and arguments...and it has cost me dearly. Resentment, missed opportunities and a true sharing of information are at risk when we run from disagreement. And, there are downsides to enjoying conflict or looking at it as a form of competition. Josh Weiss, speaker, consultant and author of The Negotiator In You - Negotiation Tips to Help You Get the Most out of Every Interaction at Home, Work, and in Life joins me to dispel some of the myths of conflict and provide tips for...
2019-05-0840 minLooking For ANDJonah Sachs - Unsafe ThinkingWhen was the last time you were truly bored? What did you do about it? Did you know that just anxiety can actually make you more creative? Can monkeys make better predictions than experts by simply throwing darts? (I promise no monkeys were harmed during the research!) Jonah Sachs, author of Unsafe Thinking - How To Be Nimble & Bold When You Need It Most, joins us to answer these questions, make us a little uncomfortable and help us understand how optimizing might not be all it's cracked up to be.
2019-05-0140 minLooking For ANDKathleen Loehr - Gender MattersDid you know that there is over $400 billion (yes, BILLION!) of philanthropic giving in the US each year? Did you also know that there is an untapped group that can make the number even higher? Please meet Kathleen Loehr, author, consultant and coach. Loehr recently published Gender Matters - A Guide to Growing Women's Philanthropy. She sat down with me to talk about how her childhood desire to be a spy (yes, a spy!) has come true, how women give more than men and how empathy just might be driving all of this. Loehr also helps us...
2019-04-2431 minLooking For ANDRyan Niemiec - The Power of Character StrengthsHave you ever wondered what makes some people achieve more than others? Or, what are the real building blocks to well being? Maybe even...what contributes to the success of romantic relationships? Finally, what might the research be telling us about the political polarization in the US? Dr. Ryan Niemiec, Director of Education for the Values in Action Institute has been working on these questions (and others) for years. Niemiec's answer is interesting AND practical - find ways to apply your psychological strengths. In this episode we'll talk about how strengths represent the potential for goodness in...
2019-04-1741 minLooking For ANDRob Richie - FairVote.orgHave you ever paused and thought...if I vote for this third party candidate, I might be just throwing my vote away? What are the benefits of moving to a popular vote instead of the electoral college? Rob Richie, CEO President of FairVote.org, has some pretty interesting answers to these questions. His organization is dedicated to making sure that Americans can vote as freely and effectively as possible. He'll tell us how ranked choice voting works, why it might be a more effective tool for choosing candidates and why it might be time to set aside...
2019-04-1031 minLooking For ANDAlf Rehn - Innovation for the FatiguedI'm tired with all this talk about "innovation" and "creativity"...and, so is international consultant and innovation expert Alf Rehn. So, he channeled his anger into a great new book, Innovation for the Fatigued - How to Build a Culture of Deep Creativity. Alf shares what he has learned about innovation and distilled them into some concrete, practical tips. On this podcast you will learn about the value of "spirit of generosity," why diversity is critical to your efforts and why you don't need a bunch of geniuses to come up with all the good ideas. And, yes, with...
2019-04-0330 minLooking For ANDFrans Johansson - The Medici EffectHave you ever wondered creativity really comes from? Frans Johansson, author of The Medici Effect - What Elephants and Epidemics Can Teach Us About Innovation and CEO of The Medici Group asked the same question and his hunch was right! Creativity most often occurs at the "intersection." This could be two scientific fields, two business disciplines or simply two, diverse people. In this episode, Frans helps us understand why diversity is not just a buzzword, what role humility plays in innovation and what criteria we should use to judge new ideas.
2019-03-2728 minLooking For ANDJosh Mensch - The First ConspiracyDid you know that the American Revolution was almost over before the real fighting began? Did you know that a large percentage of the population actually sided with the British during this same time and that George Washington didn't even consider himself fit to lead the Continental Army? Please join me as I speak with NY Times best-selling author Josh Mensch as we explore the implications of these questions and how they inform us, today. His new book, co-authored with Brad Meltzer (The First Conspiracy - The Secret Plot to Kill George Washington) has been on the...
2019-03-2031 minLooking For ANDMike Normant - Coach Yourself UpWho do you talk to more than anyone else? Could it be yourself? Mike Normant, certified Executive Coach and author takes time out of his busy schedule to talk about his new book: Coach Yourself Up. Mike helps us understand how he went from electrical engineering to consulting to human resources...then hit the 'Pause' button to figure out what he really wanted to be. In this episode Mike & I talk about bringing a coaching "flavor" to our conversations with ourselves, a six-syllable word for "hope," and the ultimate superpower that anyone can have (with a little...
2019-03-1330 minLooking For ANDMike & Katie Stallard - Connection CultureWhy is it that some organizations consistently outperform their competitors AND serve as great places to work? Is it the right strategy? Is it great leadership? Mike and Katie Stallard of E Pluribus Partners help organizations such as Sloan Kettering, NASA and others build what they call a "connection culture" where Vision, Value and Voice help employees, partners and customers feel engaged, empowered and energized. This dynamic duo shares their story of cancer, loneliness and resilience in a thought-provoking and inspiring episode.
2019-02-1331 minLooking For ANDHile Rutledge - Emotional IntelligenceHile Rutledge is a coach, consultant and an accomplished author. And, he is an expert in the area of emotional intelligence (EQ). As President of a consulting firm (OKA), Hile helps his clients achieve their business results by improving the human element. In this episode we talk about Hile's love for the great '70s movie "The Towering Inferno," how moving around as a kid affected his EQ and how improving just four elements of emotional intelligence could be the cure for our political polarization.
2019-02-0828 minLooking For ANDJoy Leach - Master Certified CoachWhat is a professional coach? What makes a coaching engagement effective? What can coaching teach us about negotiation and leadership? My mentor, friend and colleague, Joy Leach brings her wisdom, candidness and coaching expertise to Looking For AND in a 30-minute podcast to answer these questions and more. Joy is a Master Certified Coach and a member of the Leadership Team with the Hudson Institute of Coaching. She shares some helpful tips for leaders, coaches and just about anyone who values personal and professional development.
2019-01-3030 minLooking For ANDAlexandra Levit - Humanity WorksDid you know that by 2030 almost 1/3 of all the tasks completed by certain professions may be automated? Does this scare you like it scares me? Alexandra Levit, author if Humanity Works - Merging Technologies and People for the Workforce of the Future joins me where we talk about these numbers shouldn't scare us and what we can do about. Levit is a futurist with a strong track record of success who will help us filter out the noise about the coming AI revolution. We talk about why it's NOT time to panic, human-machine hybrid teams and the...
2019-01-2432 minLooking For ANDJohn Gable - AllSides.comQuick...what is your go-to news source? How often do you search for alternative views on hot topics like the wall, the Mueller investigation or climate change? John Gable, co-founder of AllSides.com has a mission to "Free people from filter bubbles so they can better understand the world — and each other." Please join us for a way-too-fast 30 minutes where we talk about how improv can make you a better listener, how 'filter bubbles' can make you angry and why we only need 3.5% of the US to make AllSides.com their home page!
2019-01-1731 minLooking For ANDKatherine Ludwig - Humility Is The New SmartHow can humans flourish as machines continue to advance and master the tasks people have been doing for decades? What does it mean to be truly human? How are learning, curiosity and humility tools that we can use to prepare for the coming 'machine age?' Katherine Ludwig helps us answer these questions and more while we discuss her book (Humility is the New Smart), her roots in blue collar western Pennsylvania and her undying love of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
2019-01-0932 minLooking For ANDBrigid Schulte - OverwhelmedIs it possible to have too much "AND" in your life? Former Washington Post reporter and Pulitzer Prize winner, Brigid Schulte takes us through years worth of research on why so many of us feel overwhelmed so often. She talks about her own personal journey, what forces are behind and this and what we might be able to do about it.
2018-12-2131 minLooking For ANDJames Millar - Building BridgesMaking it to the C-level in business is a big accomplishment. Unfortunately, it can be lonely at the top. Jamie Millar, President/Founder of SkyBridge Associates coordinates and facilitates executive peer networks that address some very common, yet hard to fulfill, needs of today's executives. Peer networks create a sense of community. They are a place to share ideas and solve problems. They are an invitation-only place for executives to have the conversations they probably should be having...but aren't. Please join us as Jamie makes a powerful case for how these networks enhance critical thinking, improve...
2018-12-1233 minLooking For ANDAnne LoehrAnne Loehr is an author, accomplished executive coach and top-tier consultant out of the Washington, DC Metro area. Anne has embraced AND-like thinking to thrive as a sought-after speaker and thought leader.
2018-12-0427 minLooking For ANDDavid Marquet - Turn the Ship AroundWhat would you think about a nuclear submarine commander who stopped giving orders? Crazy? Not at all. David Marquet, author of "Turn the Ship Around!" and former submarine captain takes us through the murky waters of leadership in today's world. Marquet tells us that great leaders still need to be out front AND they need to do it with humility and curiosity.
2018-11-2727 minLooking For ANDSean Pillot de Chenecey - The Post-Truth BusinessPillot de Chenecey believes that long-term brand success is built on trust. And, in today's post-truth world, brands are faced with one of their biggest challenges ever: how to thrive when so many are losing faith in large institutions. The Post-Truth Business provides a way forward for any organization wishing to honor its values AND listen to customers.
2018-10-2535 minLooking For ANDKaren Jaw-Madson - Culture Your CultureOrganizational expert Karen Jaw-Madson enjoyed success as a corporate executive before pursuing a 'portfolio career' comprised of research, writing, consulting, teaching/speaking, and creative pursuits. As a versatile leader across multiple industries, Karen developed, led, and implemented numerous organizational initiatives around the globe. Culture Your Culture is a practical approach to organizational change with a basis in positive psychology. Jaw-Madson helps us explore how we can get the business results we want AND honor the people in the organization. She stresses the need for more empathy at work and home.
2018-10-2534 minLooking For ANDMichael Gelb - How to Think Like Leonardo da VinciHow to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci is an incredibly interesting book that examines how da Vinci became an expert in so many areas AND was so far ahead of his time. Leonardo did several things that make him an "AND champion." He embraced ambiguity as he was eager to be both humble and full of pride in his work, for instance. He was extremely curious. Leonardo would demonstrate this many time over by finding a subject and studying it intensely for months or years.
2018-10-2541 minLooking For ANDBrian Emerson – Polarity Management with Brian EmersonHave you ever thought that an important decision or problem to solve came down to just two options? Did you make a choice and then find that you or your organization reversed direction? Sometimes it feels like we swing between two poles and never solve the problem. In this episode, we will explore the concept of Polarity Thinking with author, consultant and expert, Brian Emerson. Brian takes on political polarization, critical thinking and how leaders can use Polarity Thinking to get better results.
2018-10-2528 minLooking For ANDDoug Hensch - Looking for ANDExecutive coach, author and consultant Doug Hensch gives a quick overview on the goals of the podcast and his background. This bi-weekly podcast will rely on interviewing really smart people who have an interesting point of view. We'll rely on a dose of curiosity to help us all go Looking for AND.
2018-10-2501 min
Ever Better TodayHow to Build Resilience with Doug HenschThis podcast is a reunion of sorts with Doug Hensch, my 11th podcast guest on an episode I produced 9 months ago. And Doug and I go waaay back beyond that. We used to work together at Nextel, which is now Sprint, before we both shifted our career paths. Doug is the father of two active boys, an executive coach, and an author. When we last spoke, Doug was writing a book about resilience and today he’s joining us to share some of the wisdom from his book, Positively Resilient: 5 1/2 Secrets to Beat Stress, Overcome Obstacles, and Defeat Anxiety....
2016-11-2537 min
Smart People PodcastDoug Hensch - How to Build Resilience
In this episode we interview consultant and executive coach, Doug Hensch, and we discuss his brand new book, Positively Resilient: 5 1/2 Secrets to Beat Stress, Overcome Obstacles, and Defeat Anxiety. Doug shares with us lessons learned over 20 years of experience that can help you increase your resilience, so that you can grow in the face of change, and thrive in the midst of adversity.
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CareerCast by the University of Chicago Booth School of BusinessPositively ResilientWhy do some people hit obstacles and derail while others create advantage and leverage from the challenges? While there are many factors, Doug Hensch, Executive Coach, Organizational Consultant, and author of Positively Resilient: 5 1/2 Secrets to Beat Stress, Overcome Obstacles, and Defeat Anxiety, would say that resilience is at the top of the list. In this CareerCast, Doug shares his insights, perspective, and how resilience is way more than just an ability to bounce back.
2016-10-2122 minEver Better TodayPublishing Entrepreneur Grace FreedsonGrace Freedson is a leader in the book publishing world who represents authors as a literary agent and works with publishers to shape their offerings. She was Managing Editor and Director of Acquisitions for Barron’s. (The company that publishes SAT and AP prep books.) But she recognized that her future career prospects there were limited and crafted a plan to start her own company by the year 2000. And sure enough, her Y2K plan was fulfilled when she formed Grace Freedson’s Publishing Network. In our discussion Grace shares her journey through the publishing and en...
2016-05-1325 minEver Better TodayJournal 02: Follow Your Interests & Teach What You Learn This Ever Better episode isn’t my typical podcast where I share an in-depth discussion with one amazing guest. It’s a short journal episode where I share two practices common to every guest I've had on the show: Follow your interests and teach what you've learned. In their own voices, Jeff Davidoff, Tasia Valenza, Doug Hensch and Jessie Marshall describe how they apply these practices. As you might suspect, I relate to these practices because I’m following my interest in podcasting – evident in my weekly episodes. On the teaching side…I’ve been asked to share my kno...
2016-03-2510 minEver Better TodayDoug Hensch, Rethinking ResilienceThroughout his life, Doug Hensch has helped people to be more resilient, happier, and to achieve greater levels of success. His journey began with coaching football at University of Chicago, progressed to organizational development for telecom companies like Sprint Nextel, and evolved to creating online resources for increasing happiness. He was co-founder of Happier.com, a web site that launched in 2008 that helped thousands increase their happiness and resilience. And now, he’s an executive coach and writing a book on resilience, due to be published in early 2017. We discuss: Career stepping stones including coac...
2016-02-1936 min