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Executive Wins PodcastHow A Values Driven Leader Built An Exclusive Business Model in Recruiting and HR - Winning With Stephanie Rodenkirchen, CEO Of Lotus GroupIn this conversation, Gordon Sheppard interviews Stephanie Rodenkirchen, a values-driven leader and founder of Lotus Group, a Canadian recruitment and HR firm.They discuss the evolution of recruitment practices, the importance of building high-performing teams, and the innovative model that Lotus Group has developed to enhance client and candidate experiences.Stephanie shares her personal journey, including overcoming hardships and the lessons learned in creating a sustainable business model that prioritizes trust, commitment, and operational excellence.The conversation emphasizes the significance of transparency, technology, and a collaborative approach in the recruitment industry, ultimately aiming...
2025-10-1655 min
Brushwood Media NetworkLIVE with The Famous Dr AL and Gordon SheppardExecutive Wins & Real Leadership with Gordon Sheppard
Show: How to Live a Fantastic Life with Dr. Allen Lycka
Guest: Gordon Sheppard, Executive Coach & Founder of ExecutiveWins.com
Introduction
In this engaging episode, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Gordon Sheppard, a bold and unapologetically honest leadership coach known for his "assertively kind" style. With over 25 years of business experience and a proven five-pillar executive planning system, Gordon helps leaders drive measurable growth, build trust, and develop bulletproof strategies.
From City TV to Executive Coach
2025-06-0228 min
LIVE with The Famous Unshakeable Dr. ALLIVE with The Famous Dr AL and Gordon SheppardExecutive Wins & Real Leadership with Gordon Sheppard
Show: How to Live a Fantastic Life with Dr. Allen Lycka
Guest: Gordon Sheppard, Executive Coach & Founder of ExecutiveWins.com
Introduction
In this engaging episode, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Gordon Sheppard, a bold and unapologetically honest leadership coach known for his "assertively kind" style. With over 25 years of business experience and a proven five-pillar executive planning system, Gordon helps leaders drive measurable growth, build trust, and develop bulletproof strategies.
From City TV to Executive Coach
2025-06-0228 minExecutive Wins PodcastHow An Executive Medical Can Help Senior Leaders Win - with Dale Plett, Business Manager for Unlimited Medical CentresIn this episode, Gordon Sheppard interviews Dale Plett, the Business Development Manager at Unlimited Medical Clinic.They talk about the Executive Medical and how it can help help busy executives prioritize their health.Dale shares insights into the Unlimited Medical Clinic's approach, which combines occupational health with a focus on preventative medicine.The conversation covers the strategy behind the executive medical, the operational highlights, and the importance of a scoring system that provides executives with a clear understanding of their health status.The episode also emphasizes the need for leaders to...
2025-05-1444 minExecutive Wins PodcastExecutive Wins Podcast Introduction with CEO Gordon Sheppard from Executive WinsWelcome to episode 1 of the Executive Wins Podcast!In this introduction you’ll find out why senior leaders who listen will be able to grow themselves and their businesses.That’s because podcast host Gordon Sheppard explains the format of the show which is to interview highly accomplished executives and help them share their biggest wins so you can learn from them and improve your own leadership skills and grow your company.Wins include improving profitability, processes, communicating more effectively with your team, innovations and more.Within each episode leaders share a bi...
2025-01-1405 min
The Caleb Gordon PodcastThe Caleb Gordon Podcast __ Guest_ Tom Sheppard __ Preaching the Gospel, Even if No One RespondsI had the privilege of sitting down with Tom Sheppard for a powerful and thought-provoking conversation. We explored the heart of street preaching—what it means to boldly proclaim the Gospel in a world that may not always respond—and how Christians should remain steadfast, even when the results aren’t visible.
We also delved deeply into the essence of biblical evangelism, uncovering its purpose, challenges, and the unwavering call for believers to share the Good News with compassion and conviction. This is a conversation that will challenge and inspire you to reflect on your own approach to spreading the Gospel...
2025-01-1040 min
709 Watershed37. The 3rd Annual Stories of Greenspond - Heather Gordon, Colton & Jade, and Mayor Herb BurrySend us a text709 Watershed is back on Greenspond for its 3rd annual "Stories of Greenspond" episodes. Two shows were produced from this year's visit, with this show having the Owner/Operator of Ida's Place, Heather Gordon, speaking about what has happen to the business over the past year and about her cheesecake and cinnamon buns. Host Darren Sheppard also speaks to Colton Firmage and Jade Burton, two young entrepreneurs of "Berries and Beads", who call Greenspond home, and who share their thoughts on what it is like to be a kid from the island. And Mayor...
2022-08-0356 min
New York Business Leaders podcastJon Sheppard joins The New York Business Leaders PodcastJon Sheppard from J. Sheppard & Associates and Daybreak Staffing joins the show to talk about recruiting, the new work environment, the future and a lot of other interesting employment-related matters. If you'd like to connect with Jon, you can email him at jsheppard@jsheppardasociates.com or visit his website, or connect on Linked In. If you have an interesting story you'd like to tell on this podcast, drop me an email and let's chat: gbcoyle@thecoylegroup.com
2021-10-2026 min709 Watershed25. Stories of Greenspond, the Second Season – Part One: Heather Gordon, Ida Winter, & Tom BraggSend us a textWe return to Ida’s Place in Greenspond, for conversation and stories about Greenspond, the people who live and work there, and those who choose to call it home, if only for the warmer months. Recorded live in the fishing stage behind Ida’s Place, Host Darren Sheppard sits down with Ida’s Place owner Heather Gordon, and gets an update on what the past year as brought to her famous tea house. He also chats with Ida Winter, who is one of the Ida’s of Ida’s Place, and who was born in th...
2021-07-301h 06
Cashflow CanucksCashflow Canucks - Gordon Sheppard - Expert Training SolutionsJoin me and my guest, Gordon Sheppard, as we talk about why it’s important to create useful educational content for your business. Gord is the CEO of Expert Training Solutions that helps companies and organizations produce and market engaging online trainings. He’s going to walk us through the process of developing an e-learning platform. Welcome, and enjoy!In this episode, you’ll learn about:● How online training can become a value-driving asset in an organization.● The significance of e-learning post-COVID pandemic.● Getting into the right marketing approach through strategic planning. ● Wh...
2020-10-1325 min
Surviving to Thriving ⎢Nonprofit Leadership3 Strategies for creating online training for your team with Gordon SheppardYour nonprofit needs to create virtual training for staff, board members, clients, and perhaps community members and other agencies. But how do you do it, so it works without breaking your budget? In this episode, Gordon Sheppard will walk you through 3 strategies to help you get going right away with effective online training. You’ll also learn why you might want to think more strategically over a longer-term, to get more out of your training opportunities. About Gordon: Gordon Sheppard is the CEO of Expert Training Solutions - a company that he...
2020-08-0535 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 156: Leadership Lessons From Canada’s 2nd Female Firefighter with Shirley BensonLeadership starts on day 1! This is just one massive piece of leadership wisdom that you are going to get as you listen to episode #156 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! That’s because you’re going to learn ‘Leadership Lessons From Canada’s 2nd Femail Firefighter’ and our guest is Shirley Benson. In this episode you’ll learn: Why it is so important to learn how to take direction as a young leader The critical significance of concise communication How to keep up morale Why gender was not a...
2020-05-2525 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 155: Leadership Lessons From An Experienced City Manager with Jeff FieldingIf you are looking for inspiration from a leader who has dedicated his 40+ year career to serving the public at the highest level, then you’re going to really enjoy episode #155 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! That’s because this episode features an insightful interview with Jeff Fielding, the Chief of Staff for the City of Toronto, and an experienced City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer. In this episode you’ll learn: Why is it critical for leaders to learn how to quickly reflect on mistakes and calm themselve...
2020-04-2420 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 154: Powerful Questions That Every Leader Should Ask with Natalie MichaelIf you’re a leader who understands that a good question has the power to transform reality, then you’re going to get a lot out of episode #154 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we are interviewing Natalie Michael, an experienced Executive Coach and CEO Forum Chair. Natalie is also the Author of ‘The Duck And The Butterfly: Coaching Questions For Leaders At Work’. And on today’s show she helps us gain a ton of insights into how leaders can get the most out of a great question with insights...
2020-04-0932 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 153: How Women Can Become Leaders In The Boardroom with Deborah RosatiIn 2020 the percentage of women represented on corporate boards in Canada is 18.1%. Not only does this lack of diversity lead to less effective decision making, but the lack of female representation discourages many women from even considering the possibility of becoming board members. But if you want to meet the woman who has made it her own social purpose in life to turn this situation around, then you’re going to get a lot out of episode #153 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because Deborah Rosatti is our...
2020-03-2727 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 152: How New Immigrants Can Grow Their Leadership Skills with Doug PiquetteNew immigrants are the backbone of growth for many countries. But how do you help these highly skilled people to develop quickly, especially in the area of leadership, so they can be successful. Well fortunately on today’s episode of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we’re interviewing Doug Piquette to learn about ‘How New Immigrants Can Grow Their Leadership Skills’. In episode #152 you’ll learn: The importance of recognizing that new immigrants are risk takers, which is a fundamental quality of leadership About how the Edmonton Region Immigrant Employment Council provides mentors to help ne...
2020-03-1337 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 151: How Fundraising Leaders Can Grow Their Skills with Mike HouseIf you want to learn from an inspired leader who helps to raise 100s of millions of dollars to help sick children get better, then you’re going to really enjoy listening to episode #151 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we’re interviewing Mike House, the President and CEO of the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation. In this episode you’ll learn from Mike about: The importance of storytelling when it comes to fundraising How Mike removed some of his own limiting beliefs after climbing Mount Kilimanjaro How to inspire others (even when you m...
2020-03-0628 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 150: How Alberta Women Entrepreneurs Develops Leaders with Marcela MandevilleAre you a female entrepreneur who wants to build a community so you can grow your confidence, realize your true power and be authentic? Then you are going to get a lot out of episode #150 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we are interviewing Marcela Mandeville, the CEO of Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE). AWE is dedicated to helping women entrepreneurs succeed in a variety of ways, and Marcela is their passionate leader who has the experience and passion to help this organization thrive. In this episode you learn: How AWE help...
2020-02-2628 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 149: How Project Managers Can Become Effective Leaders with Elizabeth HarrinAs a leader, are you looking for inspiration when it comes to running projects? Well then you’re going to get a lot out of episode #149 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast titled, ‘How Project Managers Can Become Effective Leaders’. On this episode we interview Project Management expert Elizabeth Harrin as she breaks down the jargon and helps us all to understand how to really get things done when it comes to leading large scale projects. In this episode you’ll learn: Why demystifying jargon and putting what you are saying into plain language...
2020-02-1927 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 148: How Go Productivity Helps Businesses To Grow with Caitlin LopezDo you want your organization to become more productive? If so, you’re going to really enjoy episode #148 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we’re interviewing productivity expert Caitlin Lopez, and she is going to help you learn how to apply key leadership concepts based on the Lean Six Sigma approach. In this episode you’ll also learn about: GO Productivity - an outstanding organization that works with small to medium sized businesses to help them improve their overall productivity and profitability How to change your work culture by learning...
2020-02-1334 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 147: How Inspired Branding Can Grow Your Organization with James MorrisseyAre you a leader who is ready to transform your company culture? Then you’re going to get a lot out of episode 147 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we are interviewing branding expert, James Morrissey. Now not only is James the principal of the Met Agency, he also a groundbreaking practitioner who helps leaders to truly understand the value of real branding. In this episode James will help you learn how to: Identify the ‘4 parts of a brand’ and also help you to take action when it comes to implemen...
2020-02-0639 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 146: How Business Leaders Can Get What They Are Worth with Denise LiebetrauDo you truly understand what you are worth? Are you getting the right level of compensation at work? If you want to learn how to understand your real value, and also learn how to ask your boss for the right level of pay, then you’re going to really enjoy episode #146 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we are interviewing Human Resources expert, Denise Liebetrau. With more than 25 years of experience at Fortune 500 companies, Denise is on a mission to help business leaders get what they deserve so they can be as pr...
2020-01-2931 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 145: How Leaders Can Build Strong Relationships with Mike MackIf you want to understand the true value of investing in long term business relationships then you’re going to really enjoy episode 145 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we’re interviewing Mike Mack, a high impact Management Consultant who has helped large and medium sized enterprises grow their value. Mike’s approach with his clients is to ensure that they set a solid communication foundation, and then make sure that they provide great service. Mike is also the Author of two books that every leader should read. The first one is called ‘Remarkable...
2020-01-2132 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 144: How Every Leader Can Take ACTION with Leanne BrownoffAs a leader, are you ready to learn how to take ACTION effectively? If you want to learn a proven structure for organizational success then listen to episode #144 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! In this episode we interview Leanne Brownoff, a successful Business Coach and Author who ensures that all of her clients follow a measured approach as they move forward. In this episode you’re going to learn ‘How Every Leader Can Take ACTION’. Some of the key takeaways you’ll learn include: Why awareness must infiltrate your business The ACTI...
2020-01-1428 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 143: How To Unleash Your True Leadership Potential with Jeff NischwitzAs a leader, are you living up to your true potential? Well get ready to take it up a notch as you listen to episode #143 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! That’s because we’re interviewing leadership expert Jeff Nischwitz, a passionate Author, Speaker and a man on a mission to help all of us improve the way we approach leadership. In this episode you’re going to learn ‘How To Unleash Your True Leadership Potential’. Some of the key takeaways in this interview include: Leadership is about growing your people The...
2020-01-0724 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 142: How Leaders Can Build A Remarkable Brand with Luiza CamposWhether you want to deal with it or not, you’re going to have to deal with branding. To be effective as a leader you have to develop an inspiring personal brand. And then, to lead a successful organization, you have to develop a powerful brand that your customers will love in the long run. So if you’re ready to learn ‘How Leaders Can Build A Remarkable Brand’ then you’re going to enjoy listening to episode #142 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we interview brand strategist Luiza Campos, and...
2019-12-3130 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 141: How To Level Up Your Leadership Skills with Chelsey ReschkeWhen it comes to leadership, are you ready to take to the Olympic level? If so, then you’re going to really enjoy listening to episode #141 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because our guest on this episode is Chelsey Reschke, an energy sector advocate who has built up a substantial resume, not only as a successful entrepreneur, but now working for a global engineering firm as well. In this interview Chelsey shares some of her best leadership suggestions including: How leaders can deal with meeting new teams Why self awareness is w...
2019-12-2426 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 140: How The Certified Association Executive (CAE) Program Builds Great Leaders With Danielle LamotheIf you are in a leadership role, especially if you run an Association, then you’re going to get a lot out of this episode. Because on episode you’re going to learn How The Certified Association Executive (CAE) Program Builds Great Leaders. And to help us learn all about this, we are fortunate to have Danielle Lamothe as our guest. Danielle the Vice President of Learning Innovation for the Canadian Society of Association Executive (CSAE), and in this interview she gives wonderful insights into how the CAE program: Helps leaders get over ‘imposter syndro...
2019-12-1725 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 139: 5 Reasons Why The 50-Minute Meeting Will Grow Your BusinessAre your meetings too long? Do you want to make them shorter and more efficient? Then listen to ep #139 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast and learn 5 Reasons Why The 50-Minute Meeting Will Grow Your Business. In this episode you’ll get inspired to: Ask ‘Why do we always have to have a one-hour meeting’? Figure out how to fit in a bathroom break between back-to-back meetings Take an honest look at how productive your meetings could be and more And once you make this change, then you’ll have more effective meetings...
2019-12-1210 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 138: Why All Leaders Need To Be Authentic with Dean Joseph Doucet, University of AlbertaThis week our guest is Dean Joseph Doucet who leads the Alberta School of Business at the University of Alberta. Not only does Joseph have to lead 100s of staff and thousands of students, but he is also the board chair for Edmonton Economic Development. He has multiple decades of experience as an academic and he has also worked in private industry as well. So when it comes to leadership, Joseph has a wide variety of experience and he doesn’t hold back as he shares his best leadership suggestions on the podcast. At...
2019-12-1023 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 137: Meeting Leadership Exercises: The Zoom In And Zoom Out Facilitation TechniqueDo you want to become a more effective meeting facilitator? Then listen to ep #137 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast and learn the Zoom-In, Zoom-Out technique. The Zoom-In, Zoom-Out technique takes its inspiration from cameras that have a zoom lens that you can use to either get close to see the details in a picture, or you can zoom-out to take in the whole view. In meetings, if someone is going into too much detail about a subject, then you can stop them for a moment and ‘zoom-out’ to remind them about the bigger pict...
2019-12-0509 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 136: Why Leaders Need To Slow Down, Think Creatively, and Make Better Decisions with Dan PontefractIf you are a leader who wants to understand that doing more with less is madness, then you’re going to get a lot out of this episode on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we’re interviewing expert Dan Pontefract, a CEO, Author, Educator and Change Maker who helps organizations to improve the state of their leadership and culture. In episode #136 you’re going to learn ‘Why Leaders Need To Slow Down, Think Creatively, and Make Better Decisions’. Some of the key takeaways in this interview include: Today’s corporate leaders have t...
2019-12-0335 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 135: 10 Reasons Why Effective Meetings Will Grow Your BusinessAre you a leader who wants even more motivation to help you build highly productive meetings? Then listen to episode #135 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! In this episode you’ll learn '10 Reasons Why Effective Meetings Will Grow Your Business'. You'll find out why improving meeting productivity will help your business to become more profitable, help to retain your best staff, move your organization strategy forward and more! And if you want to start this conversation with your team, then geta copy of the free download called the '10 Reasons Why Ef...
2019-11-2810 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 134: Why Leaders Need Empathy, Courage and Self-Sacrifice with Justin YaassoubLeadership is a choice. And if you want to shift your mindset about this important idea, then listen to episode #134 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. In this episode we interview Justin Yaassoub, an expert leadership coach who has also won the Bravery Medal for his military service. Not only does Justin share his personal experience, but he also conveys the importance of why leaders need empathy, courage and self-sacrifice. It is a must-listen episode that will immediately help you to grow your leadership skills. For more information or a full transcript...
2019-11-2629 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 133: Why Meeting Preparation Is Critical For Profitability And TeamworkAre you a leader who is looking for some motivation when it comes to getting ready for a meeting? Then listen to episode #133 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! In this episode you’ll find out how proper meeting preparation can actually make your organization more profitable, as well as improve staff retention and overall satisfaction. For more information or a full transcript of episode 133, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/133
2019-11-2108 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 132: How Disney Develops Outstanding Leaders with Dan CockerellIf you’re looking for best practices when it comes to leadership, then look no further than how Disney trains its staff. With over 50 million visitors per year their various theme parks as well as 74,000 employees, Disney provides the structure and training to build outstanding leaders. And that’s why we are interviewing Dan Cockerell on episode #132 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. Dan work for Disney for 26 years and now he does high level presentations and training all around the world to help audiences benefit from his experience. Dan is also a great stor...
2019-11-1935 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 131: Inspiring Leadership Quotes That Can Help You Improve Your MeetingsAre you a leader who is looking for inspiration you can use to make your meetings significantly better? Then listen to episode #131 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! In this episode you’ll hear 5 wise quotes and how you can learn from them and take action when it comes to creating a higher level of accountability in your meetings. For more information or a full transcript of episode 131, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/131
2019-11-1410 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 130: Why Leaders Need To Be Aware Of Unconscious Bias with Leo Wong from MacEwan UniversityAs a leader, have you taken the time to become fully aware of your own attitudes? For example, do you stereotype the people you work with, as in: All accountants are boring All sales people dress well All bankers are evil etc. If this is happening and you don’t even realize it, then it may be time to learn about your own ‘unconscious bias’. And in episode #130 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast we are fortunate to have expert Leo Wong to help us all learn about our own unconscious bias. Not only is Leo...
2019-11-1226 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 129: Say Goodbye To The Mass Email And Say Hello To Effective Meeting Follow-UpSending out meeting follow-ups shouldn’t feel like an exercise in futility. If you’re experiencing this obstacle, you may need to examine your follow-up process for holes. Good follow-ups can lead to faster feedback, deeper trust, and better speed-to-market for your products or services. In MLP 129, I discuss why it’s important to use different ways to communicate during follow-ups so you can get better feedback. For more information or a transcript of MLP 129, visit: https://meetingleadership.com/129
2019-11-0606 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 128: Inspiring Leadership Stories with Belinda Panganiban from Macewan UniversityA great mentor is an invaluable asset for all walks of life, but especially for business leaders. We all have needed a helping hand at some point in our lives, someone to push us in the right direction or warn us off the wrong one. In MLP 128, Belinda Panganiban recalls times when she was inspired, and shares with us how she paid it forward by becoming an inspiration to others. For more information or a transcript of MLP 128, visit: https://meetingleadership.com/128
2019-11-0511 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 127: Beyond Your Pay: Why Meeting Leaders Should Have An Inspiration RegistryMeeting rooms are more than just places to share ideas and decide the direction of your company. They can be used to motivate, inspire and invest in your employees. Since your meetings should include the most impactful members of your organization, they’re the ideal venue to spread enthusiasm for your vision. Episode 127 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast covers the ins and outs of inspirational registries. With these you can keep track of the inspiring actions that affect your team for future reference. For more information or a transcript of MLP 127, visit: https://meeti...
2019-11-0408 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 126: Customer Outcomes: Why Leaders Must Make Every Business Meeting CountMeetings are a great platform to practice your approach in the ‘real world’. For businesses that serve the public, it’s especially useful for sharpening your people skills with less risk. Making every meeting count also sets a diligent tone among your team. Episode 126 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast explains why every business meeting matters, and how you can take advantage of them. For more information or a transcript of MLP 126, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/126.
2019-11-0305 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 125: Inspiring Leadership Stories With Elise Keith from Lucid Meetings“When you learn how to open a meeting well--how to frame it, how to ask the right questions--you can radically change what happens in that room” -- Elise Keith This quote is one of many jewels expressed by Lucid’s Elise Keith about how to conduct meetings in MLP 125. We go beyond that to discuss inspiration stories in the corporate sector. As we’ve come to learn in her previous visits (see links section), Elise always has a deep perspective on things many of us overlook. For more information or a transcript of our interv...
2019-11-0214 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 124: Effective Meetings: Why Standardizing The Process Of Business Meetings Is Highly ProfitableThe biggest breakthroughs in business usually come from the confines of a meeting. As facilitators and meeting leaders, we try to squeeze that orange for all its worth. Only experience teaches us how to remove the pulp to reach innovation. We discuss how to do that in episode 124 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast. Along with the reasons why you should standardize your meetings, we also provide a few strategies to get you started. For more information or a transcript of MLP 124, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/124
2019-11-0107 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 123: How An Agenda Editor Can Help You Lead More Effective MeetingsThe world’s best ideas may start in a single mind, but they are almost always executed through teams. We sometimes avoid seeking help for arbitrary reasons like pride and the need for control. These traits usually do more harm than good, and it’s not different with meetings. In episode 123 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we cover the reasons why a second set of eyes on your agenda is the way to go. For more information or a transcript of our interview in MLP 123, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/123.
2019-10-3108 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 122: Why Leaders Need To Fail Faster So They Can Have Better MeetingsFiguring out what works for your company’s meetings is a process, and there will likely be mistakes along the way. A savvy facilitator will be able to convert those mistakes into experience. The meeting room is a place where you can work out processes to use in a larger scale in an organization. In MLP 122, you will learn how failing faster can lead to higher productivity, as well as the invaluable experience that can only be gained through a bit of trial-and-error. For more information or a transcript of MLP 122, visit: https://meeti...
2019-10-3005 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 121: Why Leaders Should Be Open-Minded with Belinda Panganiban from Macewan UniversityMost employees have a hard time buying into close-minded leaders. While respecting the rules is important to maintain the structure needed to run a business, being too adamant about them can be a negative. In episode 121 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we welcome back Belinda Panganiban from MacEwan. She’s here to help us become more open-minded in our approach, and make ourselves more relatable to our employees. For more information or a transcript of MLP 121, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/121
2019-10-2914 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 120: Inspiring Leadership Stories with Christian Zierleyn from YabbuImagine a world where every meeting was poignant, helped build the team, and wasted no one’s time. Many accept that their meetings are a necessary time sink, and abandon trying to create the ideal meetings for their teams. The impact of meetings on business processes means this is a grave mistake. Fortunately, we have access to experts and meeting innovators like Christian Zierleyn from Yabbu. In episode 120 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, Christian lets us in on what inspires him and gives us more on the tool and the philosophy called Yabbu. For...
2019-10-2811 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 119: Pay It Forward: Why Experienced Meeting Leaders Help OthersPaying it forward in business is more than just altruism; it’s an act that makes everyone’s life easier. Sharing knowledge among your peers and community makes both groups stronger. The more knowledgeable people are around you, the more able you are to operate within that environment. Episode 119 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast explores ways you can pay it forward and why you should. For more information or a transcript of MLP 119, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/119
2019-10-2705 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 118: Why Leadership And Motivation Is Not About A PaycheckMoney is a good incentive, but it’s not the end-all of why people get out of bed in the morning. Some want to be inspired by the work they do, and to follow leaders who want them to grow. They also look to the facilitator to help avoid the lulls that occur from repetition. Follow episode 118 to gain insight into the type of mindset you’ll need to be that inspiring leader. Also, be sure to check the links section for a few episodes in our Inspiring Leadership Stories series. For more inform...
2019-10-2607 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 117: How The Successful Meetings Quickstart Program Can Help You Grow with Elise Keith from Lucid MeetingsBad meetings leave team members disengaged with the company vision, wasting everyone’s time in the process. Getting adult professionals to adjust their behaviors is no small task. The Successful Meetings Quickstart Program by Lucid Meetings is a great way to get your team more involved. In episode 117 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we invite Elise Keith of Lucid meetings to expand on the value of her Successful Meeting Quickstart Program. For more information or a full transcript of our interview in episode 117, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/117
2019-10-2512 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 116: Inspiring Leadership Stories with Derek Pando from ZoomSometimes inspiration is a direct result of humility combined with a willingness to learn. Seeking mentors with lots of credentials and a big reputation for inspiration is not a bad idea. You can find plenty of motivation looking at less obvious sources as well. In episode 116 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we welcome back Derek Pando of Zoom Communications. He speaks on the subject of finding inspiration in unlikely places, and much more. For more information or a transcript of MLP 116, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/116
2019-10-2411 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 115: Stop The Meeting Madness: Cut Out Your Worst Meetings TodayHow many meetings is too many? It’s a question we ask often on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. We ask because holding too many meetings can lead to employee burnout if the actual workloads are heavy. In episode 115, we explain why you should cut unnecessary meetings and move toward quality over quantity. A quick 3-step process is a roadmap to follow as you eliminate bad meetings. For more information or a transcript of MLP 115, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/115
2019-10-2308 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 114: How To Get Buy In From Employees with Belinda Panganiban from MacEwan UniversityBefore success stories can happen in business, a team of individuals must collectively buy into a vision. While avoiding heavy-handed gestures and forced bonding, simple acts can change the culture of your company. Consistently investing in team members and treating them with respect is a great start. Belinda Panganiban of MacEwan University joins us in MLP 114, to explain how you can promote the all-important buy-in with intentional actions. For more information or a transcript of MLP 114, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/114
2019-10-2210 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 113: How To Lead Productive Start-Up Meetings with Christian Zierleyn from YabbuA lot of what we teach here is about a simple philosophy: be intentional about the process of meetings. This same philosophy is shared by the creator of Yabbu, Christian Zierleyn. We sit down in episode 113 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast to discuss the finer points with Christian. We discuss how each meeting is a process that can be improved, which can in turn be used to improve all business processes. For more information or a full transcript of our interview in episode 113, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/113
2019-10-2111 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 112: Meeting Leadership Mindset: Why You Should Value All Personality Types In MeetingsBalancing out the personalities in a meeting room puts more focus on your company’s goals and strategic vision. To balance the different personality types, though, you must first understand those you’ll likely encounter at any given meeting. Then, you can find ways to counter their weaknesses while highlighting their strengths. Episode 112 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast identifies the most common personality types, from the ‘big picture’ person to the quiet introvert. For more information or a full transcript of our interview in episode 112, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/112
2019-10-2006 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 111: 7 Ways To Create An Exciting Team Meeting AgendaAs leaders, getting everyone onboard the company’s strategic vision is part of our ongoing mission. Generating excitement in the agenda itself is another way to rally the troops and get that bonus motivation. In episode 111 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we provide 7 ways you can generate excitement using the meeting’s agenda: Include inspirational quotes that are connected to the goal Include new project announcements that are directly related to the meeting’s outcome List individual achievements in the agenda Include positive stories Include a note about refreshments Announce bonuses that are tied to what you’re tr...
2019-10-1909 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 110: How Lucid Provides A Systematic Approach For Highly Effective Meetings with Elise KeithFor every reason we have to celebrate growth, there comes a potential challenge we must face to keep our position. Most startups and growing companies will face questions over which systems to employ, which often leads to more questions when these systems are based on software. Enter Elise Keith of Lucid Meetings, a software company that provides software, services, and resources for systematic meetings. We sit in episode 110 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast to discuss their invaluable software and how it can help you stay ahead of the curve in at least one as...
2019-10-1815 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 109: How To Lead Highly Productive Video Conferencing Meetings with Derek Pando from ZoomVideo conferencing is a way to allow your team members attend meetings that matter, regardless of their location. This type of flexible scheduling leads directly to more efficiency, since there is less need to state every point again and again for different audiences. Zoom helps meeting leaders accomplish meeting schedule flexibility. In MLP 109, we meet with company head Derek Pando to discuss how his video conferencing software can change the way you schedule meetings. For more information or a transcript of MLP 109, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/109
2019-10-1712 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 108: Meeting Leadership Exercises: The 'You Be Me And I'll Be You' Self-Awareness TechniqueSomething as simple as the golden rule can change the way you conduct meetings. The ‘You be me, I’ll be you’ exercise builds on the idea that understanding a coworkers actions and the reasons behind them helps build teamwork. It’s not unlike the same lessons we learned as kids with more complex dynamics. Episode 108 of the meeting leadership podcast continues our Meeting Leadership exercises, where you can get an example of how to instill this at your meetings. For more information or a transcript of episode 108, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/108
2019-10-1608 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 107: Inspiring Leadership Stories with Karmen MassonInspiration does include grand speeches and epic gestures, but sometimes it comes from simplicity. As we seek to provide more ways for you to motivate yourself and others, we continue our Inspiring Leadership Stories episodes with Karmen Masson. Karmen is a Certified Executive Coach and a consultant willing to lend us her expertise in episode 107 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast. She talks about what inspires her to inspire others. For more information or a transcript of episode 107, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/107
2019-10-1509 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 106: A Meeting Productivity App To Improve Team Communications with Christian Zierleyn from YabbuThe right tool can often be the difference between a successful break through and a stalled effort. With the challenges of competing in business, the efficiency of meetings can get lost in the daily operations of a company. To help with this challenge, Christiaan Zeirleyn presents meeting software called Yabu in MLP 106. Yabu streamlines meeting-related tasks to drastically cut meeting times and grant more ownership of individual processes. To learn more about MLP 106 or to see a transcript, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/106
2019-10-1411 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 105: Meeting Leadership Mindset: How To Manage Your Team Meeting ExpectationsBeing a great facilitator starts with approaching each meeting with the right mentality. MLP 105 is a continuation of our Meeting Leadership Mindset series, where we examine the type of mindset that leads to success in business. In this episode, we identify more aspects of the ideal mentality for a great meeting leader and apply them to practical actions you can take to correct your mindset going in. For more information or a transcript of episode 105, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/105.
2019-10-1306 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 104: Why The Language Of Meeting Leadership Is So ImportantEvery interaction we have at meetings is a chance to affect the attendees for better or for worse. The way we communicate is often as important as the subject of four discussions. The goal is to have your cultural and self-awareness become an example for your employees to follow. In episode #104 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we ask 3 Key Questions you should consider regarding your meetings’ language. Answering these questions should give you a clearer picture of whether or not you need to change your own way of communicating. For more information or a transc...
2019-10-1207 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 103: Inspiring Leadership Stories with Eleanor BeatonOur Inspiring Leadership Stories are created to jumpstart your quest for inspiration Meetings should boost your team’s morale even as they inform decisions, but inspiration isn’t always at our fingertips. To help you with this, we present a frequent dose of inspiring stories to choose from, so you can transmit that feeling to your team. In episode 103 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, Internationally-known businesswoman Eleanor Beaton lends us some of her own inspiring stories. Hearing what moves such an accomplished icon of women’s empowerment is always a boon. For more informatio...
2019-10-1114 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 102: How Zoom Video Conferencing Software Makes Meetings Better with Derek PandoUnderstanding how to use the tools at your disposal is a big part of being an effective meeting leader. Video conferencing is becoming an increasing part of how we meet, so meeting leaders need tools on which they can rely. Zoom is one such video tool, made to accommodate more guests with solid reliability. Enter Derek Pando of Zoom Communications. He is here to tell you about Zoom, video conferencing software that we at MLP consider a must-have. For more information or a transcript of MLP 102, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/102
2019-10-1015 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 101: Effective Meetings: 6 Questions To Help You Connect Every Meeting To Your Strategic PlanYour meetings should always be in sync with your company’s strategic objectives. In fact, meetings are a great place to reinforce your company’s vision and make sure everyone is on the same page. Each team member involved with these meetings should be able to express a clear understanding of this vision. In episode 101 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we ask 6 important questions to help you keep your meetings aligned with strategy: What is our strategy? What are our top 3 strategic objectives? Can everyone in our meeting clearly explain the top 3 strategic objectives? How d...
2019-10-0910 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 100: Why I Produce The Meeting Leadership Podcast: The 100th Anniversary Episode!Great meetings are the building blocks of great organizations This is one of the many reasons we’ve continued the Meeting Leadership Podcast from the beginning, and why we’ll continue beyond this, the 100th episode. In MLP 100, we’ll break down why this podcast is a necessary tool for leaders looking for tips and strategies to empower their organizations. Included in the show notes and link section are links to several noteworthy episodes to bring you up to speed, but you could also start from the beginning and receive a whole course in meeting leadershi...
2019-10-0809 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 099: Inspiring Leadership Stories with David PappStriving for perfection is a worthy goal, but sometimes B+ work is enough to keep things moving in business. That isn’t a suggestion that you become complacent, but a reminder not to overthink small details to the point of “perfection paralysis” In episode 099 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we visit with tech pioneer David Papp, who brings inspiring leadership stories to drive this point home. He shares with us the inspiring story of one Gary Vaynerchuck, a man famous for turning conventional wisdom on its head in favor of practicality. For more informa...
2019-10-0710 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 098: Meeting Leadership Exercises - How To Ask Someone To Be Your MentorA mentor is an invaluable asset for any business leader looking to gain the benefits of real-world experience without the growing pains of trial and error. In episode #098 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we continue our Meeting Leadership Exercises with Tracy Carroll. She is well-versed in the nature of mentorship, and lends her acting skills to our examples. This episode focuses on the two-way communication between between an aspiring mentee and potential mentor. We’ll lay out the ideal approach and ensuing interactions from both parties, which will assume you chose the right person as your...
2019-10-0609 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 097: Inspiring Leadership Stories with Lyle Benson“The more you understand yourself, the more you’re in control of what’s going on around you, and you’re not just reacting.” - Lyle Benson. In episode #097 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we welcome back Lyle Benson, who visited us previously in episodes 082 and 089. This time we invited Dr. Benson to take part in our “Inspiring Leadership Stories” series. He gifts use with an invaluable excerpt from his lifetime of experience, including his own journey to self-awareness, 21st century leadership, and the Holistic Leadership Development model. For more information or a transcript of ML...
2019-10-0510 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 096: How To Rate Your Staff Meetings So You Can Improve ProductivityAll business leaders should have a direct way to measure progress, so they can see strengths and weaknesses clearly. The same is true for meetings, where the good and the bad can have an effect on the productivity of your entire company. In episode #096 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we go over our 10-point scale you can use to assess the effectiveness of your meetings. It is the same scale from my book, The Meeting Leadership Solution. For more information or a transcript of episode 096, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/96
2019-10-0406 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 095: Meeting Leadership Mindset: 3 Pre-Meeting Questions You Must AnswerSelf-awareness is understanding one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires. As part of the Meeting Leadership Mindset, self-awareness in the foundation of the questions you should be asking yourself before attending each meeting: What am I bracing myself for? How do I feel about the other people in the meeting? What do I want from this meeting? Asking yourself these questions should give you a better understanding of your own feelings, motives, and desires. That way, you can approach each meeting with a clear motive and without fear of being caught off guard. For m...
2019-10-0305 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 094: Why Leaders Need Radical Conviction with Eleanor Beaton - Part 2“Your belief in the vividness of your vision and your collective ability to accomplish it is jet fuel for your entire organization..” - Eleanor Beaton The second part of our two-part series on radical conviction takes us into the heart of what makes leaders great. The episode is filled with nuggets of wisdom like the quote mentioned above. By the end of episode #094 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, you should feel the same empowerment all of Eleanor’s audiences are privileged to experience. For more information or a transcript of episode 093, visit: https://meetin...
2019-10-0211 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 093: Why Leaders Need Radical Conviction with Eleanor Beaton - Part 1According to Eleanor Beaton, much of leadership relies on confidence and a willingness to rise to any challenge. This confidence is not acquired overnight, however. Before the assuredness in your abilities comes the radical conviction required to push through challenges. Episode #093 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast is the first of a two-part series with renowned author, leadership expert, and entrepreneur Eleanor Beaton. She shows us the keys to acquiring the type of mindset that creates lasting impact. For more information or a transcript of episode 093, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/93
2019-10-0111 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 092: Unproductive Meetings: 5 Reasons Why You Must Stop Them ImmediatelyBad meetings are bad for morale, bad for clarity, and ultimately, bad for business. What may seem like a minor nuisance to employees could one day prove to be a cancer that leads to much bigger problems. In episode 092 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we go over 5 reasons why you should stop having unproductive meetings immediately: Bad meetings cause people to hold back important information People will try to avoid bad meetings Serious personal fights Enough bad meetings in a row may cause you to lose key people Bad meetings waste money For more information o...
2019-09-3006 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 091: What Stops Leaders From Speaking Up And What To Do About It with Karmen MassonOne of our goals as facilitators should be to create settings where team members feel comfortable voicing their opinions. However, we must also feel comfortable voicing our own opinions. As we strive to create a sense of safety in our conversations necessary for progress, we must sometimes examine whether or not we’re speaking up when necessary or holding back. In episode 091 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we bring in Certified Executive Coach Karmen Masson to discuss what stops leaders from speaking up. She provides us with a simple 2-step approach to speaking up that will...
2019-09-2916 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 090: Why Taking Action Creates Highly Effective Meetings“The sweetest part is acting after making a decision” - Indigo Girls, Hammer and a Nail. There is a subtle wisdom in these lyrics. We talk a lot about the decisions meeting leaders face in this podcast, but we also recognize that none of these decisions matter without corresponding actions. Episode 090 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast covers the pitfalls of inaction regarding meetings, and provides a handful of suggestions to help you become a more active meeting facilitator. By the end, you should have a firm grasp on steps you can take to become more decisi...
2019-09-2807 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 089: Why Sarcasm Is Hurting Your Team And What Leaders Can Do About It with Lyle BensonSarcasm was famously described by Oscar Wilde as the lowest form of wit, but the highest form of intelligence. While the intention behind sarcasm might often be lighthearted, its effects can be more severe, especially if you’re in a position of authority over the recipient. In MLP 089, we welcome back Lyle Benson, an Associate Professor from Macewan who visited the podcast in episodes MLP 082 and MLP 097. He is here to explain to us why sarcasm is more hurtful than most of us realize and why we should strive to cut it out our discussions.
2019-09-2711 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 088: Meeting Leadership Exercises - The Repetition Technique For Active ListeningBecoming an active listener not only means you’ll retain more information, it’s also a good way to build trust and confidence. The Repetition Technique is a tried-and-true method among facilitators from every industry for active listening. It is an effective way to clarify the subject being discussed and make sure everyone is on the same page. In episode #088 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we welcome back professional actress Tracy Carroll to help us explain active listening using the Repetition Technique. We show you the wrong way and the right way to make the speake...
2019-09-2606 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 087: Speak Up: 5 Ways To Encourage Participation In MeetingsMeeting leader should all strive to create the type of environment where team members feel comfortable engaging. That can be easier said than done with the mix of personalities present in most gatherings. There are a few ways you can encourage others to participate without being pushy, however. In episode #087 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we provide 5 ways you can promote engagement in meetings: Praise people when they make a great point during a meeting Allow the appropriate amount of time for each person to speak Respectfully interrupt anyone who speaks for too long or g...
2019-09-2508 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 085: Why Meeting Leadership Training Is An InvestmentAs leaders, we face short and long-term consequences for approaching our employees without proper training. Learning to conduct meetings can offset many potential misunderstandings and establish a cohesive culture within your organization. Failure to train leaders so can cause your employees to lose confidence in the company’s vision early. In episode #085 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we discuss specifics on why it’s important to invest in training courses for your leaders, and why training is an investment rather than a cost. For more information or a transcript of MLP #085, visit: https://meeti...
2019-09-2307 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 086: Why All Leaders Need An IT Strategy with David PappBasic IT setups may work for small companies, but those who hope to grow may need to seek help from professionals. If you’re seeking peace of mind for your data, you should always be on the lookout for ways to improve your IT. This is especially true for companies who handle sensitive consumer information, who need to establish continuity in case . To help you get started, we brought IT expert David Papp to explain the benefits of IT strategy. He also provides us with a free pdf download with vital tips, which can be fo...
2019-09-2315 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 084: Why You Should Stop Being A Know-It-All Leader with Karmen MassonLeaders are always expected to be the most knowledgeable people in any given organization. This creates a burden of expectation that cause many managers to overstep their level of expertise. Certified Executive Coach Karmen Masson steps in to help us rectify these pitfalls with tips on how to avoid the trap of titles and. In episode #084 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we cover: Why leadership is about more than expertise and knowledge The downfall of prejudging before gathering information Dealing with the burden of expectations Using a learner’s mindset instead of a judger’s mind...
2019-09-2215 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 083: Inspiring Leadership Stories with Kathy ArcherInspiration is the most effective fuel for productivity and innovation. Finding inspiration isn’t always easy, but digging a bit deeper tn be an effective motivational tool for your employees. Beyond the daily morale boosts, consistent inspiration can also help create the ideal culture within your organization in the long-term. To help us with that, we bring back leadership guru Kathy Archer to spread more of her invaluable wisdom about inspiration and effective leadership skills. She gifts us with inspiring stories with a focus on applying it to business. For more information about ML...
2019-09-2109 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 082: Why Leaders Need To Learn How To Build People Up with Lyle BensonConstructive criticism is a necessary part of leadership, but a little positive reinforcement can go a long way. To help us understand the concept of building up team members, we brought in Lyle Benson an Associate ProfessorMacEwan University. Lyle brings his wealth of knowledge to bear in episode #082 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast. We discuss the importance of looking for the good in people, practicing the art of praise, and how building up team members can help you become more effective as a leader. For more information or a transcript of MLP 082, visit: h...
2019-09-2011 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 081: Meeting Leadership Exercises - The Pros And Cons Technique For Managing DisagreementsIn any argument, it’s a good idea to pause and examine the good and the bad of each side. This is the fundamental basis of the Pros and Cons Technique for managing disagreements, which we cover in episode #081 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast. To help us explain the technique, we brought in experienced actress Tracy Carroll to act out a scenario where two board members are arguing over whether or not to give a raise. Both make strong points, so the meeting leader has to step in and settle things. For more in...
2019-09-1908 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 080: Why All Leaders Should Measure The Opportunity Cost Of MeetingsOpportunity cost is about comparing the value of one activity to another, when both could be done at the same time. That sounds simple on paper, doesn’t it? Indeed, most business leaders understand the concept of ‘time is money’ but the hard part is figuring out which activities are valuable. In episode #080 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we focus on the opportunity cost of meetings and how monitoring these costs can really cut costs. For more information or a transcript of MLP 080, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/80
2019-09-1807 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 079: Why All Leaders Need An IT Audit with David PappBasic IT setups may work for small companies, but those who hope to grow may need to seek help from professionals. If you’re seeking peace of mind for your data, you should always be on the lookout for ways to improve your IT. This is especially true for companies who handle sensitive consumer information. To help you get started, we brought IT expert David Papp to explain the benefits of IT audits. He also gifts us with a free pdf download with vital tips, which can be found here:http://www.davidpapp.com/20questions...
2019-09-1716 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 078: How Every Leader Can Celebrate Success In The WorkplaceNo matter how busy we get at work, there is always time to acknowledge victories. Celebrating success lets your employees know that their contributions are valued. It also boosts morale and can have a positive impact on all aspects of business, as your team will enjoy coming to work more each day. In episode #078 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we cover the positives of celebrating workplace success for leaders with small budgets, as well as those with a little money to burn. For more information or a transcript of MLP 078, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.c...
2019-09-1607 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 077: How A Personality Test Can Help You Lead More Effective MeetingsIt can be a big mistake to overlook the personalities of team members in favor of bullet points. Personality types can unlock motivating factors and communicate more effectively with team members. Understanding them is also a good way to avoid upsetting the balance needed for effective meetings. In episode #077 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we suggest ways you can use personality tests as a meeting leader. We’ll cover: Finding the right type of personality tests and choosing reputable providers How to apply the personality tests to meetings Tips to remember when taking the tes...
2019-09-1506 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 076: Inspiring Leadership Stories with Martin ParnellAs business leaders, we must always find inspiration in our daily lives if we hope to inspire others. Word-record holder Martin Parnell is a person who actively seeks inspiration rather than waiting for it. He has climbed the world’s tallest mountains, run marathons that cover inconceivable distance on foot, and raised over a million dollars for charity. Martin visited us twice before in the Meeting Leadership Podcast, in episodes 043 and 056 (links to these episodes are below). In episode #076, we cover another inspiring story about a marathon runner in Afghanistan who inspired Martin himself. ...
2019-09-1410 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 075: How To Create An Effective Team Meeting Agenda - Part 5Sometimes a hands-on approach to meetings is needed to grab your team’s attention and keep it. If you’ve followed parts 1-5 (link to these episodes are in the links section), you’ve seen some of the tactics you can employ to create the type of structure you need for precision in team meetings. Now you’ll want to make sure the team members received these messages clearly. In episode #075, we conclude our 5-part series on creating effective team meeting agendas: How to produce a meeting agenda trailer that grabs attention Writing personal notes to...
2019-09-1311 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 074: How To Create An Effective Team Meeting Agenda - Part 4Business leaders benefit from decisiveness and accountability in all their dealings, especially meetings. One of the main goals as a leader is to set an example for team members to follow. To take decisive actions and hold everyone accountable is a sure way to show your co-workers you take the agenda seriously. Episode #074 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast covers the D and A of the AGENDA acronym: D for ‘Decide Now’ A is for ‘Accountability Check-In’ The benefits of a great agenda A free download is available explaining the AGENDA acronym in print: https://m...
2019-09-1207 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 073: How To Create An Effective Team Meeting Agenda - Part 3Meeting don’t have to be dull affairs that team members dread attending. With a plan to generate excitement and navigational tools to keep everything on track, your meetings can be both inspiring and effective. This might require a look at how your agendas are structured, and whether or noth they’re taking advantage of all available resources. Episode #073 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast covers the E and N of the AGENDA acronym, as well as a few related tips: E for “Excitement N for “Navigation tools Navigation tool examples Related podcasts: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/12
2019-09-1107 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 072: How To Create An Effective Team Meeting Agenda - Part 2Before you can inspire your team members with your perfected plans, you have to grab their attention. It is important to consider your initial approach before getting into the heart of the meeting. You want to have a clear picture how you’ll grab team members’ attention, and a set of clear goals as a guide. In episode #072 of the Meeting Leadership Podcasts, we cover A and G of the AGENDA acronym and related tips: A for “Attention grabbing” G for “Great Goals” How closely should you follow Robert’s Rules? Consulting a strategic plan There...
2019-09-1006 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 071: How To Create An Effective Team Meeting Agenda - Part 1One of the ongoing challenges for leaders is to get team members to buy in to the process of each meeting. Some might miss the value of the meeting itself, while others would rather be behind their desks. It’s your job as the meeting leader to get team members to buy in to the meeting process. A well-planned agenda is the foundation for a smooth transition from the cubicle to the boardroom. In episode #071 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we start off our 5-part series with an introduction to the ideal team meeting agenda. We...
2019-09-0906 min
Meeting Leadership PodcastMLP 070: 3 Inspiring Questions To Answer Before You Book A Meeting RoomThe best leaders not only set an example, they inspire others to want to follow that example. Where you may have been concerned only about completing the agenda before, inspiration opens another layer of consideration. Acting on these considerations can affect how your employees approach your strategic mission, how they perceive the company vision, and the overall culture in and out of meetings. Episode #070 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast asks the 3 important questions you should ask yourself about inspiring your employees before booking a meeting: What do we want to see on...
2019-09-0805 min
Create Awesome Meetings Podcast: Business Communication Skills | Effective Meetings | Organizational Learning | ManagementCAM 010: 10 Ways To Create Awesome Meetings – PechaKucha Style!Have you got :20 seconds to make your next meeting awesome? Have you got 20 X :20 seconds?
Because episode 10 of the Create Awesome Meetings Podcast is a recording of me (Gord Sheppard) delivering a PechaKucha style talk called "10 Ways To Create Awesome Meetings" to the Emerging Health Leaders group in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
What is PechaKucha you ask? According to PechaKucha.org, “PechaKucha 20×20 is a simple presentation format where you show 20 images, each for 20 seconds. The images advance automatically and you talk along to the images.”
That’s 6 minutes and :40 seconds of your life that you’re never going to get back, whether you...
2016-06-0700 minCreate Awesome Meetings Podcast: Business Communication Skills | Effective Meetings | Organizational Learning | ManagementCAM 008: How Senior Leaders Can Create Awesome MeetingsIf you're a Senior Leader, Manager or Executive who is in so many meetings that you don’t have time to do your regular work, then episode 8 of the Create Awesome Meetings Podcast is must-listen.
That’s because today’s guest is Larry Schwenneker, a former Senior Director in Education, who not only ran a budget in excess of 500 million dollars, but who also figured out how to thrive in many of the thousands of meetings that he ran, and participated in.
In this episode Larry shares his best insights about how to run fantastic senior level meetings including:
Why teachi...
2016-05-1700 min