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The Manager LabThe Power of Mattering: 3 Ways to Retain Your High PerformersWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we delve into the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we explore the concept of "anti-mattering," a hidden driver of preventable turnover, particularly among high-performing employees. We share insightful strategies on how managers can make employees feel valued and integral to their organization, thereby reducing turnover rates. Learn how regular check-ins, meaningful affirmations, and demonstrating the unique impact of high performers can transform workplace dynamics. Join us as we uncover how to shift from simply recognizing employee achievements to actively showing them their significance in the workplace. Do good work, and...2025-06-1211 minThe Manager LabWhat Did You Say? 4 Listening Skills Managers Need to Master (Part 2)Welcome to another episode of the Manager Lab, where we explore the art and science of talent management. This episode delves into the crucial skill of listening, focusing on four essential techniques every leader should master. From fostering a culture of value and engagement to balancing relationship and content, listening is pivotal in transforming leadership approaches.
Join us as we break down these techniques, referencing the insights from Deborah Schifrin's December 2024 article in the Harvard Business Review. Whether it's listening to understand or to summarize, every conversation is a chance to enhance your skills, elevate your team's...2025-06-1112 minThe Manager LabWhat Did You Say? 4 Listening Skills Managers Need to Master (Part 1)Welcome to the Manager Lab, where we delve into the increasingly dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we focus on the underestimated skill of listening in the workplace, particularly for leaders. Listening is often overshadowed by presenting and conversing, yet it's regarded as the most crucial communication skill.
Explore the insights from Debra Schifrin's Harvard Business Review article on essential listening skills for leaders and learn two fundamental techniques to enhance your listening abilities. Discover how listening until the end and listening to summarize, not to solve, can foster a respectful and engaging company culture...2025-06-0508 minThe Manager Lab6 Questions to Really Get to Know Your People: Unlocking Employee MotivationWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we delve into the increasingly dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we explore the pressing issue of employee well-being and engagement, highlighting why managers must stay attuned to their team's needs. Discover six pivotal questions that can unlock deeper conversations with your team, helping to establish genuine connections.
Learn how asking the right questions can unveil personal insights, reveal professional aspirations, and outline roadblocks, all while fostering a culture of support. This is an essential listen for anyone looking to enhance employee satisfaction and drive team success. Join us...2025-06-0310 minThe Manager LabMiddle Management Reinvented: From Bureaucracy to AgilityWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we dissect the long-debated future of middle management, focusing on insights from the "What's the Future of Middle Management" article by Gretchen Gavitt and Vasandhara Hassani, featured in the April 2025 edition of Harvard Business Review.
Despite predictions of their demise, middle managers have remained pivotal in organizations, now accounting for 13% of the U.S. labor market. With the rise of AI and flatter organizational structures, questions about their role intensify. This episode highlights the growing importance of middle managers as...2025-05-2909 minThe Manager LabYou're Hired! How to Structure Your Interviewing Process for SuccessWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we delve into structuring great interviews and the questions you need to ask to hire the right person for the job. Draw insights from Zena Wang's article from the January 2025 issue of the Harvard Business Review, as we unravel the best practices for both new and experienced managers.
Discover the importance of preparation, starting with a clear job description to set the foundation for effective interviewing. Learn how to craft smart, open-ended questions that go beyond technical skills to assess...2025-05-2813 minThe Manager LabWhen HR Creates the Short List: The Benefits of Letting HR Decide Who Gets an InterviewWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we discuss the crucial role of HR in improving gender parity and efficiency within hiring processes. Highlighting research from Almasa Sarabi and Nico Lehman, we delve into the benefits of letting HR select interview candidates, resulting in a significant increase in female hires. Discover how this process change has transformed hiring dynamics and largely enhanced managers' satisfaction with HR's involvement. Join us for insights into effectively unlocking your team's potential.
2025-05-2205 minThe Manager LabFive Signs Your 1/1's Are Not Working: Here's What To DoWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we delve into the art of conducting effective one-on-one meetings. Discover key strategies to optimize these crucial interactions and avoid common pitfalls that can make them feel unproductive.
We break down insights from a recent Harvard Business Review article, exploring signs that your one-on-ones might be losing their effectiveness. Learn how to ensure these meetings serve a real purpose, fostering alignment, trust, and productivity.
Join us as we share actionable tips and techniques to enhance your approach, from...2025-05-2013 minThe Manager LabWork Hacks: Getting 1% Better Every DayWelcome to the Manager Lab podcast, where we explore the crucial aspects of talent management. In this episode, we delve into a practical and transformative habit designed to enhance your productivity by 1% each day. Listen as we discuss an effective nightly routine that involves jotting down your goals before ending your workday, ultimately bringing clarity and peace of mind. Discover how this simple process can lead to better presence at home and improved morning productivity. Join us as we share insights and actionable tips to optimize your daily work habits and unlock your team’s potential.
2025-05-1505 minThe Manager LabMastering Modern Teamwork: New Rules from McKinseyWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore dynamic trends in talent management. In this episode, discover how modern teams can thrive in a rapidly changing environment by applying cutting-edge principles from McKinsey's latest research. Learn to develop effective operating systems, invest in real-time measurement, and create a culture of continuous improvement. Empower your organization to unlock its full potential with practical insights and actionable strategies.
2025-05-1412 minThe Manager LabPsychological Safety: 6 Common Misperceptions and What Leaders Can Do (Part 2)Welcome to the Manager Lab, your guide to understanding the evolving world of talent management. Join us as we dissect insights from key literature and offer actionable tips for building and retaining top talent.
In this episode, we explore the common misconceptions surrounding psychological safety, guided by insights from experts Amy Edmondson and Michaela Karacy. Discover why psychological safety can't be mandated through policies, but instead requires intentional cultivation through messaging, modeling, and mentoring.
Dive into the roles both leaders and team members play in fostering an environment where everyone feels free to voice their...2025-05-0811 minThe Manager LabPsychological Safety: 6 Common Misperceptions and What Leaders Can Do (Part 1)In this episode of the Manager Lab, we explore the concept of psychological safety and tackle widespread misconceptions surrounding it. We discuss how psychological safety is often misunderstood as being nice, equated with getting one's way, or considered as a guarantee for job security. Drawing insights from an article by Amy Edmondson and Michaela Kerasi, we clarify these fallacies and emphasize the true essence of psychological safety: fostering an environment where candor is encouraged and valued without compromising accountability or performance.
Join us as we dissect these misunderstandings, learn how they can hinder team dynamics, and explore...2025-05-0610 minThe Manager LabTrust & Inspire: Unleashing the Potential of Your Direct Reports (Part 3)Welcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we delve into Stephen M. R. Covey's insights on treating team members according to their potential, as outlined in Franklin Covey's white paper on trust-building. Discover actionable strategies to foster growth and visibility in your direct reports by assigning them skill-building tasks and involving them in high-profile projects.
We'll discuss the importance of regular check-ins to track progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure continuous career development. Learn how to ask the right questions to enhance advocacy for your employees...2025-05-0108 minThe Manager LabTrust & Inspire: Unleashing the Potential of Your Direct Reports (Part 2)Welcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore effective talent management strategies. In this episode, we delve into the art of enhancing your team's potential with a focus on reputation building, impactful feedback, and personalized coaching. Discover how to align feedback with company values and direct report goals, enhancing both performance and trust within your team. Join us as we discuss actionable tips for developing a thriving, collaborative workplace environment.
2025-04-2907 minThe Manager LabTrust & Inspire: Unleashing the Potential of Your Direct Reports (Part 1)Welcome to the Manager Lab, your go-to podcast for diving deep into the ever-evolving realm of talent management. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of trust and its role in contemporary leadership styles.
Join us as we examine insights from Franklin Covey's "How to Build Trust and Unleash the Potential of Your Direct Reports." We'll delve into the shift from traditional command-and-control leadership to a more collaborative approach, emphasizing the importance of recognizing employees as complete individuals.
Listen in to learn how to foster an environment of trust that not only benefits your...2025-04-2411 minThe Manager LabWant Engaged Employees? Better Have Engaged ManagersIn this insightful episode of the Manager Lab, we steer away from our usual article reviews and dive into a transformative session from the 2024 Association for Talent Development conference. Explore the crucial connection between leadership energy and employee engagement with expert insights from David Yesford and Tom Roth of Wilson Learning Corporation.
Discover why engaged managers are pivotal for cultivating high-performing teams and how leadership has remained a constant despite the evolving business landscape. Learn about key strategies to enhance leadership effectiveness, from establishing a solid leadership foundation to embracing servant leadership and forming a personal board...2025-04-2215 minThe Manager LabThe Art of Focus: 7 Tips to Thrive in a World of DistractionWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic realm of talent management. In this episode, we dive into Rebecca Knight's insights on managing distractions, derived from her February 2025 HBR article, 'Seven Habits to Stay Focused in a World Full of Distractions.' Discover practical tips and strategies inspired by the book 'Finding Focus, Own Your Attention in the Age of Distraction' by Zelena Montmeny, aimed at helping you cultivate deep concentration amidst a myriad of interruptions.
Join us as we unravel the science behind our attention spans, the high costs of multitasking, and how digital...2025-04-1712 minThe Manager LabMastering Meetings: 7 Rules for Effective LeadersIn this episode of the Manager Lab, we depart from our usual analysis of leading articles and delve into a discovered handout offering invaluable guidelines for effective meeting management. Our discussion uncovers seven vital principles to lead meetings with confidence and efficiency. From crafting a purposeful agenda and preparing for participants to delegating duties and mastering follow-ups, each rule is designed to enhance your managerial prowess. Join us as we explore these practical strategies aimed at unlocking your team's potential and ensuring productive, successful meetings in any professional setting.
2025-04-1508 minThe Manager LabUnlocking Hiring Talent: Mastering the Onboarding ExperienceWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we delve into the dynamic world of talent management. This episode uncovers the vital role of onboarding in employee retention, highlighting common pitfalls and providing strategies for improvement. Discover why a strong onboarding experience is crucial in forming emotional bonds with new hires and preventing costly turnover. Gain insights into creating an engaging and supportive environment that reflects your company's employee value proposition (EVP) and ensures new team members feel valued from day one.
2025-04-1006 minThe Manager LabManager Tool Kit: How to Improve Your Delegation SkillsWelcome to the Manager Lab, your go-to podcast for insights into talent management and leadership excellence. In our latest episode, we explore the art of delegation, inspired by Rebecca Knight's Harvard Business Review article, "How to Get Better at Delegating."
Discover why delegation is more than just handing off tasks; it is a strategic move to empower your team and maximize your own impact. Learn why many managers struggle with delegation and how overcoming emotional barriers can liberate your time and energy for more critical tasks.
Join us as we delve into eight practical steps...2025-04-0813 minThe Manager LabWell-Intentioned Behaviors: 5 Ways You Can Hurt Your TeamWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we review Nihar Charya's article from the Harvard Business Review, examining the unintended consequences of certain managerial behaviors. Discover how well-intentioned actions like seeking constant agreement, overprotecting, and avoiding delegation can inadvertently harm your team. Learn to balance support and autonomy to unlock your team's full potential and dodge the pitfalls of counterproductive leadership.
2025-04-0308 minThe Manager LabThe Trust Tree: Fostering Capabilities and Competence in LeadershipWelcome to the Manager Lab, a podcast dedicated to exploring the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the core values of the trust tree, as illustrated by Stephen M. R. Covey in his book The Speed of Trust. Building on our previous discussion about integrity and intent, we focus on the importance of competence, capabilities, and results in fostering trust within organizations.
Discover how identifying unique strengths, maintaining a positive attitude, continuously improving skills, staying knowledgeable, and developing an effective style can enhance capabilities. Learn the significance of producing...2025-04-0109 minThe Manager LabThe Trust Tree: Fostering Integrity and Intent in LeadershipWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we delve into the dynamic world of talent management. This episode takes you on a journey into Stephen M.R. Covey's celebrated book, "The Speed of Trust," exploring the integral concepts of trust in leadership. We examine the foundational values of integrity and intent, part of the "Trust Tree," critical for leaders aiming to develop genuine trust with their teams.
Dive deep into the unseen and visible aspects of trust, where integrity involves living a life true to one's principles and intent emphasizes the purity of motives and mutual benefit. Discover...2025-03-2712 minThe Manager LabDon't Neglect Your High-Performers: They Need Feedback, TooWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic field of talent management. In our latest episode, we delve into the pivotal role of feedback in enhancing the productivity of high-performing employees. Discover how effective communication can boost motivation and retention among top talents. Learn the art of delivering constructive feedback, avoiding hyperbolic language, and aligning feedback with skills and behavior rather than personal traits. Uncover four actionable strategies to keep your high performers engaged, focused, and on a clear path to growth, ultimately driving your organization's success.
2025-03-2509 minThe Manager LabThe Art of Disconnecting: You and Your Team Depends on ItIn this episode of the Manager Lab, we explore the significance of disengaging from work after hours, focusing on an insightful article from the Harvard Business Review by Remy Jennings, Allison Gabriel, and Claudania Lanage. Learn why leaders who mentally detach from their work during non-working hours perform better and feel more energized the next day.
Discover practical strategies for establishing clear boundaries between work and personal life, and understand the importance of using recovery time effectively to enhance leadership identity and performance. Join us as we debunk the myth of 24/7 connectivity and reveal how leaders can...2025-03-2008 minThe Manager LabThe Silver Bullet: Weekly Coaching ConversationsWelcome to the Manager Lab, your gateway to mastering talent management. In this episode, we explore the transformative insights from Gallup's 2021 article, "Coach Me Once a Week." Discover why Gallup identified weekly coaching conversations as crucial to enhancing employee engagement and productivity. Understand the pivotal role managers play in shaping workplace culture and the five key strategies to shift from merely administrating to effectively coaching your team. Learn how weekly one-on-ones focusing on goal progress and utilizing employees' strengths can revolutionize your management approach, ensuring success for your team, organization, and yourself.
2025-03-1810 minThe Manager Lab4 Types of Thinking Leaders Need to Use - and Teach (part 2)Welcome to the Manager Lab podcast, where we continue our exploration into the four crucial types of thinking that leaders must cultivate and impart: expert, critical, strategic, and systems thinking. This episode focuses on the nuances of strategic and systems thinking, emphasizing the importance of imagination and interconnectedness in decision-making.
Dive into the practical tools and assessments like SWOT and PESTEL analyses, designed to enhance your strategic and systems thinking capabilities. Discover how AI can offer fresh insights and visualization tools to better navigate complex challenges and influences that might otherwise go unnoticed.
Whether you're...2025-03-1308 minThe Manager Lab4 Types of Thinking Leaders Need to Use - and Teach (part 1)Welcome to the Manager Lab, where we delve into the increasingly dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we explore the article "The Four Types of Thinking Leaders Need to Practice and Teach" by Heidi Grant and Sean McCann. Discover how expert and critical thinking go beyond everyday problem-solving to add value and achieve better outcomes.
Understand the unique features of each thinking style and how they apply to specific challenges. Learn when to harness expert thinking for swift, rule-based responses and how to shift to critical thinking to evaluate assumptions and generate innovative solutions. Stay...2025-03-1109 minThe Manager LabCoaching as Tool to Develop Leadership Potential in Your DirectsWelcome to the Manager Lab, your gateway to mastering talent management. In this episode, we explore the powerful impact of coaching in leadership development. Learn how to use coaching as a strategic tool to enhance learning from real-life experiences, hone your questioning techniques, and drive both personal and organizational growth. Discover the transformative power of implementing a coaching culture and unlocking your team's full potential as we dissect the article 'Coaching as a Tool to Develop Leaders' by Lauren Parkhill. Join us to embark on a journey towards becoming a more effective and inspiring leader for your team.
2025-03-0610 minThe Manager LabRemote Work Success: Building Trust Without SurveillanceIn this episode of the Manager Lab, explore innovative strategies for managing remote employees effectively. We discuss insights from the article "A Better Way to Keep Tabs on Your Remote Workforce" by Alexander Hamrick, focusing on creating trust-based, transparent, and effective monitoring practices. Discover the importance of regular engagement, understanding job complexity, and the power of transparency in fostering a productive remote work environment. Learn how thoughtful communication and shared productivity tools can build a win-win scenario for both managers and employees.
2025-03-0408 minThe Manager LabWhy Employees Quit (Part 3) FinalWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we conclude our review of the Harvard Business Review article, "Why Employees Quit: New Research Points to Some Surprising Answers" by Ethan Bernstein, Michael Horn, and Bob Moesta. We delve into three pivotal strategies that managers can implement to preemptively address the reasons employees consider leaving. Discover how early interviews, shadow job descriptions, and strategic partnerships with HR can transform your approach to employee retention. Tune in to learn how to optimize your talent processes and create meaningful career paths that align...2025-02-2713 minThe Manager LabWhy Employees Quit (Part 2)Welcome to another insightful episode of The Manager Lab, where we dive into the complexities of talent management and explore innovative strategies to retain top talent. In this episode, we review the Harvard Business Review article "Why Employees Quit," authored by Ethan Bernstein, Michael Horn, and Bob Moesta. Discover the surprising reasons behind employee resignations and learn about the ongoing 'war for talent' that challenges traditional management approaches.
We discuss four primary quests that drive job changes: the desire to escape current unsatisfactory situations, regain control over work-life balance, align work with personal skills and capabilities, and...2025-02-2512 minThe Manager LabWhy Employees Quit (Part 1)Welcome to the latest episode of the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we delve into insights from the Harvard Business Review article "Why Employees Quit," focusing particularly on the "push and pull" dynamics that influence employee decisions to leave or stay within a company.
Discover the key factors that drive employees away, such as lack of respect, feeling undervalued, and experiencing micromanagement. We also discuss the enticements that attract employees elsewhere, emphasizing work-life balance, personal growth opportunities, and alignment with company values.
Join us as we...2025-02-2012 minThe Manager LabIDEAWATCH Reviews from HBRJoin us in this episode of the Manager Lab as we explore the dynamic world of talent management, focusing on key insights from recent research articles. Learn about the critical role of eye contact in building trust and enhancing managerial charisma, the fluctuations in psychological safety for new hires, and the surprising truths about invisibility in virtual meetings. Discover valuable tips on fostering psychological safety and understanding the true passions of introverted and extroverted employees. Delve into strategies that can help retain top talent and drive employee engagement.
2025-02-1809 minThe Manager LabMentorship - Panel Discussion (Part 2)Welcome to the Manager Lab, a podcast dedicated to exploring the dynamic world of talent management. Join us for insightful discussions and tips to enhance your mentoring practices and help unlock your team's full potential.
In this episode, we continue our exploration of mentorship, discussing the vital expectations for mentees, such as support, guidance, and feedback. We emphasize the importance of mentees taking responsibility for meetings and being well-prepared to gain the most from the mentorship experience.
We share personal experiences on how mentorship has shaped careers in different industries, highlighting valuable lessons learned. Delve...2025-02-1310 minThe Manager LabMentorship - Panel Discussion (Part 1)Welcome to the Manager Lab, where we delve into the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we depart from our usual content to explore the realm of mentorship, sharing insights from a recent panel discussion. Discover how to build rapport with mentees through genuine intent, and learn about the various ways to find and become a mentor, whether through organizational channels, social media, or networking events.
This episode also examines the differences between formal and informal mentorship programs, and the distinct roles of mentors, sponsors, and advocates in career development. Join us for an engaging...2025-02-1108 minThe Manager Lab6 Common Leadership Styles - And When to Use Them (Part 2)Welcome to this insightful episode of the Manager Lab, where we continue our exploration of the pivotal Harvard Business Review article, "Leadership That Gets Results" by Daniel Goleman.
In this episode, we dive further into the six essential leadership styles and discuss when and how each can be effectively used to optimize team performance. From coercive to coaching, we explore strengths, challenges, and the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership.
Join us as we analyze real-life applications and strategies to seamlessly adapt your leadership style, building a dynamic and efficient team environment that fosters growth...2025-02-0612 minThe Manager Lab6 Common Leadership Styles - And When to Use Them (Part 1)Welcome to the Manager Lab, your go-to source for talent management strategies. In today's episode, we review the Harvard Business Review article "Six Common Leadership Styles and How to Decide Which to Use When" by Rebecca Knight. This article revisits the foundational work of Daniel Goleman on leadership styles, a pivotal framework for understanding effective leadership dynamics.
Join us as we explore the first three of Goleman's leadership styles: coercive, authoritative (or visionary), and pace-setting. Dive into the nuances of each style, their impact on team morale, and when to deploy them to navigate complex business environments...2025-02-0410 minThe Manager LabCareer Progression Interview with ERG ManagerToolsManagerTools, an ERG with Hinkle Contracting, interviewed me as part of thier monthly series of helping managers do good work. This episode is much longer than usual, but enjoy hearing about my progression from academia to Big Pharma, to entrepreneurialism, to landing where I am now in Human Resources! What a journey...
2025-01-3056 minThe Manager LabVisibility Matters: How to Showcase Your Team's AchievementsWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we dive into the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we review the Harvard Business Review article by Rebecca Knight, "How to Make Your Team's Work More Visible," published in January 2025. The article emphasizes the importance of strategic communication to ensure that your team's great work is seen and appreciated.
We discuss the impact of visibility on team motivation, resource allocation, and retention, and provide seven actionable tips to enhance your team's presence effectively. From understanding individual strengths to promoting collaboration and distributing credit fairly, learn how to advocate...2025-01-2811 minThe Manager LabWhen Expressing Gratitude, Timing MattersWelcome to the latest episode of the Manager Lab, where we explore innovative strategies in talent management. This week, we're diving into a Harvard Business Review article that reveals the surprising impact of expressing gratitude before employees tackle challenging tasks. Discover how a simple 'thank you' in advance can enhance resilience, persistence, and social connection within teams.
Join us as we dissect research findings from high-stress environments and real-world experiments, emphasizing the importance of anticipation, genuine gratitude, and continuous support in managerial practices. Learn practical steps for cultivating a culture of gratitude that empowers your team and...2025-01-2311 minThe Manager LabA Great Manager's Most Important HabitWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we dive into the article "A Great Manager's Most Important Habit" by Jim Harder, published by Gallup. We examine the shift in work dynamics post-pandemic, highlighting the significance of remote work flexibility and the crucial impact of meaningful manager-employee conversations on engagement.
The episode emphasizes five key characteristics of meaningful conversations: recognition, collaboration, goal clarity, conversation length, and focusing on strengths. It discusses how regular meaningful feedback can significantly increase employee engagement and productivity, leading to lower turnover.
...2025-01-2113 minThe Manager LabLabExtra: Generative AI - How Are People Using this Creative Tool?In this eye-opening episode of the Manager Lab, we delve into an article from Harvard Business Review about the evolving landscape of generative AI. Discover how different generations in the workforce are utilizing this cutting-edge technology, and explore the contrasting levels of familiarity between fresh graduates and seasoned managers.
The episode provides insights into how individuals and organizations are experimenting with generative AI across various domains, from content creation to technical troubleshooting, and personal support. We also highlight the unexpected uses of AI, such as therapy and companionship, amidst a global mental health crisis.
Join...2025-01-1607 minThe Manager LabBookNotes: Atomic Habits: The Power of Rituals that StickWelcome to this edition of The Manager Lab, where we delve into James Clear's influential book, Atomic Habits. Discover the four fundamental laws of behavioral change that can make your new habits stick: make them obvious, easy, attractive, and satisfying.
Learn key strategies like habit stacking and starting small, ensuring your new habits seamlessly integrate into your daily routines. We also explore the concept of syncing enjoyable activities with productive habits, and the importance of keeping score to track your progress. Let these insights guide you in building habits that truly transform your life.
2025-01-1611 minThe Manager LabUnequal Pay, Unequal Loyalty: Why Transparency MattersWelcome to another episode of the Manager Lab, where we delve into the dynamic world of talent management. This week, we explore the critical issue of pay inequality and its impact on employee retention, based on insights from the Harvard Business Review.
Discover how important it is to keep compensation aligned and transparent, especially when onboarding new, higher-paid employees. We discuss research findings that reveal how timely pay adjustments can significantly extend the tenure of current staff, particularly top performers who are more likely to leave in the face of disparities.
Learn practical strategies to...2025-01-1406 minThe Manager LabThe 6 Essential Skills of Leadership, Part 3In this episode of the Manager Lab, we delve into the last two vital leadership skills highlighted in Rebecca Knight's HBR article, "Six Essential Leadership Skills and How to Develop Them." We explore the power of strategic disruption skills, which challenge the status quo and encourage thought diversity to foster inclusion and equity within organizations.
Additionally, we discuss the profound importance of resilient self-awareness, a meta skill that not only helps leaders manage personal limitations and stress but also sets a positive example for teams by promoting a healthier work environment.
Join us as we...2025-01-0807 minThe Manager LabThe 6 Essential Skills of Leadership, Part 2Welcome to this episode of Manager Lab, where we continue exploring essential leadership skills as outlined by Rebecca Knight. We delve into flexible thinking, emphasizing the importance of embracing ambiguity and holding opposing ideas in leadership. Discover practical applications like mind mapping for strategic insights.
Next, we discuss the art of perspective-seeking, highlighting the necessity of incorporating diverse viewpoints. Learn the value of expanding networks and immersing in diverse narratives to enhance empathy and strategic decision-making. We cover techniques for self-assessment and understanding how others perceive you. Elevate your leadership by embracing these pivotal skills.
2025-01-0710 minThe Manager LabThe 6 Essential Skills of Leadership, Part 1Welcome to the Manager Lab, where we delve into the intricate world of talent management and explore groundbreaking strategies to enhance your leadership capabilities. In this episode, we dissect Rebecca Knight's article from the Harvard Business Review on the six essential leadership skills every modern leader needs to master.
The discussion focuses on two of these skills: emotional aperture and adaptive communication. Learn how to tune into the emotional dynamics of your team and gain a deeper understanding of creating a cohesive work environment. Explore how to adjust your behavior and leadership style to fit various situations...2025-01-0611 minThe Manager LabUnlocking Leadership Wisdom: Insights from HBR's 2024 PollWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the world of talent management in exciting ways. In this episode, we dive into an insightful article from the Harvard Business Review, "What's the Most Impactful Thing You Learned This Year?" by Kelsey Hansen, published in December 2024.
Join us as we uncover the powerful lessons shared by leaders worldwide, categorized into three key themes: "Listen, Support, and Stay Accountable," "Be Open, Vulnerable, and Humble," and "Reflect, Learn, and Evolve." We'll provide actionable tips to help you develop and retain top talent by applying these impactful leadership insights.
...2025-01-0308 minThe Manager LabBookNotes: Unleashing the Power of Connection: Becoming a Super CommunicatorWelcome to The Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we dive into Charles Duhigg's insightful book, Super Communicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection. Discover how becoming a super communicator can transform your personal and professional relationships.
Drawing from a story in the pharmaceutical industry, we learn how creating instant connections can turn ordinary conversations into engaging and meaningful exchanges. Duhigg introduces three powerful concepts to master the art of communication: LOOP for understanding, asking DEEP questions, and reciprocating vulnerability.
Unlock the secret language of...2025-01-0311 minThe Manager LabGenerative AI: Shaping the Next Generation of ManagersWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we dive into the Harvard Business Review article "How the Next Generation of Managers is Using Generative AI" by Gabrielle Rosani and Elisa Fari. We explore the evolving role of AI in management and how it's reshaping the workplace.
Discover how Gen Z managers, fluent in AI, are entering the workforce with fresh perspectives, challenging traditional practices, and driving innovation. We discuss strategies for companies to effectively integrate these tech-savvy individuals, including reciprocal mentorship and leveraging their expertise in AI...2024-10-3111 min
Native Land PodDNC Shorts: Ted James & Rep. Gregory MeeksFuture Baton Rouge Mayor Ted James talks about the power of local politics. He’s joined by Congressman Gregory Meeks of New York’s 5th district. They sat down with hosts Angela Rye, Tiffany Cross, and Andrew Gillum during a special live broadcast on day two of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in August. Listen to the full broadcasts from the DNC and all of the Native Land Pod episodes on the podcast feed (wherever you get your podcasts) or watch them on the Native Land Pod YouTube page. As always, we want t...2024-10-2911 minThe Manager LabKickstart Your Career: Four Strategies for Post-Summer GrowthWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we explore the dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, we dive into the art, science, and strategy of unlocking your team's full potential, focusing on key insights and actionable tips for developing and retaining top talent.
Today, we review the article "How to Kickstart Your Post-Summer Career Development" by Helen Tupper and Sarah Ellis. This episode emphasizes the importance of utilizing your space for professional growth, inspired by Dr. Stephen Covey's teachings on proactivity. We discuss the concept of using pauses in life to gain perspective and momentum after...2024-10-2811 minThe Manager LabMastering One-on-One Meetings: Your Ultimate Management ToolWelcome to the Manager Lab, where we delve into the increasingly dynamic world of talent management. In this episode, Greg Gillum discusses one of the most powerful tools in management: the one-on-one meeting.
Greg shares insights from his own experience in the pharmaceutical industry and highlights key findings from the January 2024 edition of IdeaCast, featuring an interview with Steven Rogelberg, author of "Glad We Met, The Art and Science of One-on-One Meeting."
Learn why weekly one-on-ones are crucial, common mistakes to avoid, and best practices to make these meetings effective. Discover how this tool can...2024-08-2615 min
Native Land PodNative Land Pod | Live at the DNC | Day 2It’s day 2 at the DNC y’all!! And hosts Angela Rye, Tiffany Cross and Andrew Gillum welcome an incredible array of guests onto the Native Land stage — and they’re looking good! It all starts with LaTosha Brown — political strategist, visionary, and co-founder of the voting rights group Black Voters Matter — and the importance of building Black political power. And that theme is echoed and supported at every turn, with guests from Elsie Cooke-Homes of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, to the founder of Win With Black Women Jotaka Eaddy and Executive Director of BlackPac Adrianne Shropshire. And if...2024-08-212h 02
The Manager LabSimple Ways to Show Appreciation at WorkIn this episode, we dive into an article from the Harvard Business Review by Christopher Littlefield, titled "Simple Ways to Show Appreciation at Work." This insightful piece is foundational to our podcast's mission of empowering managers with effective strategies.
The article explores four key categories for demonstrating appreciation: acknowledging presence, valuing ideas and contributions, recognizing life outside of work, and fostering development and growth. Each interaction with colleagues can either strengthen or weaken the relationship, making it crucial to be proactive in showing appreciation.
From greeting employees daily to respecting their work-life balance, the article...2024-08-0911 min
CausalityHyatt Regency Kansas CityThe tallest building in Missouri with a large atrium perfect for big bands and dancing, hosted a regular Tea Dance in the summer of 1981. When two walkways collapsed killing over a hundred people, the investigators found multiple fundamental design errors. We look at how assumptions, redrafting conventions and negligence led to an incident that has become the case study in how not to do civil structural design.With John Chidgey.This show is Podcasting 2.0 Enhanced
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Black Twitter TalkEP 37 QUARANTINE & CHILLON THIS EPISODE OF BLACK TWITTER TALK CHARLES TAKES THE PULSE OF THE COUNTRY DURING THIS CORONAVIRUS CATASTROPHE. HE ALSO CHECKS IN WITH HIS GIRLFRIEND KATYA COLLAZO TO SEE HOW THEIR QUARANTINE AND CHILL IS HOLDING UP SO FAR. DEMOCRATIC STRATEGIST GREGORY JOSEPH CALLS IN TO TALK ABOUT TRUMP'S RESPONSE AND ANDRE GILLUM. AND MARINA FRANKLIN STOPS BY TO CHAT ABOUT HER PODCAST FRIENDS LIKE US AND COMEDY SPECIAL SINGLE BLACK FEMALE. ALL THAT PLUS THE HOTTEST STORIES TRENDING ON BLACK TWITTER.2020-03-2046 min
EKU School of Business: 5Q SeriesEp.015 - 5Q's with Dr. J. Greg Gillum, CPCC - A Friend of EKU BusinessEp.015 - Episode Notes:
Dr. J. Gregory Gillum was interviewed on November 22, 2109. He is a Ky native, keynote speaker, author, and acclaimed entrepreneur business coach. Greg is CEO of the humanfusion group of companies. As the lead executive coach and trainer, he specializes in leadership development applications, business performance coaching, emotional intelligence, and guiding transformational change in individuals and organizations. A frequent keynote speaker in the areas of human performance and potential, Greg spent six years on the faculty of the Medical College of Virginia, and eight years in marketing and senior management with GlaxoSmithKline. He earned his...2020-02-0600 min
UNderdogstuffEpisode 87: “I wish I was a kid again, maybe!?”Full Episode: 87 “I WISH I WAS A KID AGAIN, MAYBE!?” - Let’s talk about having a plan and then having to come up with a new one in the moment. Welp, that’s kind of what happened this episode. My bike accident, Aretha Franklin’s funeral, and a few other things happened over the weekend and unexpectedly made it into Episode 87. We did talk about the 7 lessons adults can learn from kids too (Link to the article mentioned during this episode: https://read.bi/2C888L8). And there was some normalcy with making sure I ended the episode with the Underd...2018-09-0337 min