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The Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful LeadershipPodcast #194 – A Special New Year’s Message from the Center for Grateful Leadership Creator, Judith W. UmlasPodcast #194 – A Special New Year’s Message from the Center for Grateful Leadership Creator, Judith W. Umlas Center for Grateful Leadership A New Year’s Resolution for us all to make: It’s simple… It’s cost-free… It’s a daily practice…one that won’t overwork you… It will dramatically change your life for […] The post Podcast #194 – A Special New Year’s Message from the Center for Grateful Leadership Creator, Judith W. Umlas appeared first on Center for Grateful Leadership. 2022-01-0402 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful LeadershipArt of Grateful Leadership Podcast # 193: “Turning the Tables”Join the Art of Grateful Leadership Podcast series host Judith W. Umlas as the “conversational tables get turned”… on her! Tune in as she is interviewed by Carole Jean Whittington, host of her own podcast series on her website, “Mind Your Autistic Brain, THE Place for Late Identified Autistics.” Judy and Carole Jean have a truly fascinating, empowering and intimate conversation as part of November as the month of Gratitude. They discuss, for example, why people on the autism spectrum have such a challenging time accepting acknowledgment, but are usually great at giving it. Get a sense of why large comp...2021-11-1252 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership191 ~ “The Art of Grateful Leadership” JourneyJoin podcast host Judith W. Umlas as she interviews the originator of this podcast series, James G. Trela, PMP, MBA,  Certified Professional in Grateful Leadership (Level 1), and Legal Program Manager eDiscovery at General Motors. Together they recount the journey that encouraged Jim to create the podcast series after taking Judith’s Grateful Leadership On-Demand course, and the way he is bringing this behavioral change model into General Motors.2021-07-1638 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership190 ~ Walking Together on the Grateful Listening PathJoin “The Art of Grateful Leadership” podcast host Judith W. Umlas as she goes on another of her Gratitude Walks in the beautiful Pennsylvania forest. Hear her revelations about listening to her heroes, and discovering important and affirmative messages in what they “tell her.”2021-06-0911 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership189 ~ A Tribute to Judy’s “French father,” Mario MariottiIn this podcast, Judith W. Umlas recounts how her mother and her French pen pal at age 15 began a lifelong relationship for themselves and for Judy. Join her as she honors her “French father,” who just passed away at the age of 96.2021-05-2710 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership187 ~ The Platinum Rule in Project ManagementJoin podcast host Judith W. Umlas in a lovely and engaging discussion with Dr. Tresia Eaves,  PMP, Technology and Information Sciences expert on engaging, appreciating, enlivening, serving, and creating a condition of high performance with the project team members. How?  By treating them as they want to be treated, rather than as we ourselves would like to be treated. You don’t want to miss out on how to substitute the Platinum Rule in Project Management for the Golden Rule! 2021-04-0727 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership186 ~ Grateful Leadership, an Agile Leadership Style with Substance!Join podcast host Judith W. Umlas as she sits next to the babbling brook that goes under her PA home, and muses on the way Grateful Leadership and Agile Leadership are so well-aligned! She includes an excerpt from Tom Cagley’s Software Process and Measurement Cost (SPaMCast) podcast that featured Susan Parente, PMP, CSM, CSPO and Grateful Leadership Certified Professional, who discuss specific examples of this alignment.2021-03-1222 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership185 ~ Synchronicity at WorkJoin podcast host Judith W. Umlas as she interviews Chaplain Lt. Colonel Primitivo Davis, Executive Officer, U.S. Army Institute for Religious Leadership. They discuss the synchronicity of purpose they have shared for nearly a decade, emanating from  Grateful Leadership &The Power of Acknowledgment and continuing with the powerful vision Chaplain Davis has for this work.2021-02-2238 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership184~ Acknowledgment is a Two-Way Street: The Importance of Accepting as well as Giving One!Join podcast host Judith W. Umlas as she speaks with guest Roxi Nevin, the IIL & Center for Grateful Leadership (CGL) Digital Marketing Coordinator about a unique situation that led to a larger understanding of how accepting an acknowledgment can be just as important and vital as giving one. They discuss the pain of not having one’s acknowledgments accepted, as well as the importance of knowing who you are giving an acknowledgment to and how to deliver it, especially in a world of neurodiversity.2021-02-0835 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership183 ~ The 5 Cs of Acknowledgment , a Bridge to Anyone, Anywhere at Any TimeJoin podcast host Judith W. Umlas as she and Dr. Steven Weber, Associate Superintendent for Teaching and Learning Fayetteville Public Schools in Arkansas, discuss how the Power of Acknowledgment and Grateful Leadership are a more necessary part of education today than ever before. Dr. Weber first reached out to Judith to get a poster of the 5 Cs of Acknowledgment which he’d read about, to share with leaders in his district. And one thing led to another…2021-01-2535 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership182 - The “Before” and the “After” of Grateful LeadershipJoin podcast host Judith W. Umlas as she speaks with Xavier Joly, CEO, and co-founder of GPX about the transformation of his team members when participating in the Grateful Leadership program at Volvo and Bayer. He describes how “less than willing” participants have an “aha” moment that leads to their true understanding and immediate action toward utilizing the message of Grateful Leadership.2021-01-1343 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership181 ~ We are All Bringers of the Light!Join podcast host Judith W. Umlas as she reflects on how all who practice and share Grateful Leadership and The Power of Acknowledgment are bringers of the light to others, especially in dark times.2020-12-2817 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership180 ~ Acknowledging Your FamilyJoin podcast host Judith W. Umlas as she interviews her brother Carl R. Wagreich, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, her sister-in-law Edna Wagreich, and nephews Michael and David Wagreich. They reflect happily on the role they all played in the development of Judith’s books, founded on The Power of Acknowledgment. You’ll be totally moved by Carl’s story of his volunteer work in Mexico, El Salvador, and Honduras with his volunteer organization, the Baja Project for Crippled Children,2020-12-1432 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership177 ~ Gratitude, Acknowledgment and Kindness - the New Business Power Skills!Join “Art of Grateful Leadership” Podcast host Judith W. Umlas as she interviews Cole Baker Bagwell, Founder and Kindness Director of strategic transformation company Cool Audrey® . You’ll discover from Cole and Judith that you can start practicing these new or enhanced power skills as soon as you’re conscious of them!2020-11-0226 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership176 - Sharing Grateful Leadership in Your World!Join Judith W. Umlas as she introduces Tom Cagley in his Software Process and Measurement Cast (SPaM) with guest Susan Parente, PMP, CSM, CSPO, and GL®CP. To discuss the “Grateful Agile Leader,” a term that Parente created after participating in courses and webinars in Grateful Leadership. Listen to the insights that come forth as she puts her knowledge of Grateful Leadership together with Servant Leadership, and suggests what it takes to be the best combination of both for the Agile Methodology.2020-10-1917 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership175 ~ Out of the Blue... An Amazing Acknowledgment!Join host Judith W. Umlas as she describes receiving a simple and heartfelt acknowledgment via email that shifted her day, her mindset and gave extra special meaning to the Grateful Leadership behavioral model she created. She shares segments of that email as well as from her response to it with her listeners, as an example of possibilities for all.2020-10-0511 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership174 - Sharing the Power of Acknowledgment with Your Significant OtherJoin podcast host Judith W. Umlas as she interviews her "significant other" Bob Umlas about the day he changed both of their lives for the better, by sending her the first of many of his twice-weekly written expressions of the Power of  Acknowledgment.  They discuss ways in which this practice has affected both of them most positively!2020-09-2113 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership173 ~ Toastmasters District 56 Communication & Leadership Award for Grateful Leadership & The Power of Acknowledgment!Join host Judith W. Umlas as she recounts how she accepted this prestigious award in a 7 minute speech crystalizing Grateful Leadership & The Power of Acknowledgment initiative. She expresses her great appreciation of Kathryn R. Kest, then District 56 Leader and also a certified Grateful Leadership Instructor, who nominated Judith for this award.2020-09-0713 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership172 ~ The Art of Grateful ParentingJoin host Judith W. Umlas w/ guest Roxi Nevin, contributor of the CGL’s monthly “Grateful Parenting” column, in episode 172, “The Art of Grateful Parenting” as they discuss the importance of raising grateful children as well as Roxi’s most recent article, “10 Tips for Raising Grateful Children.” The more we live a grateful lifestyle, the more our children will see how we behave and mirror that in their own behaviors.2020-08-2425 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership171 - Carrying the Grateful Leadership Torch w/ guest Jim TrelaJoin host Judith W. Umlas with guest and former host Jim Trela with a vital discussion about influencing without authority -- the use of Grateful Leadership in Project Management. We’ll also discuss the equally important topic of bringing Grateful Leadership into Your Organizations -- why resistance happens and what to do about it!2020-08-1038 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership170 - Announcing a change in “The Art of Grateful Leadership” podcast series to bi-weekly:Join Judith W. Umlas on Monday, August 10th as she interviews James G. Trela, creator and host of this successful series for 3 years! Listen to their important discussion about influencing without authority -- the use of Grateful Leadership in Project Management, and bringing Grateful Leadership into Your Organizations -- why resistance happens and what to do about it!2020-08-1001 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership169 - The 5C’s of Acknowledgment, a Critical Tool in Challenging TimesThe 5 C’s of Acknowledgment are a powerful tool to use and practice at any time, but in times of crisis, it’s absolutely critical to use it to the fullest extent possible. Join Judith W. Umlas as she shares her intention to have the 5 C’s inspire people to acknowledge self-sacrificing frontline workers everywhere, whenever possible.2020-07-2714 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership167 - Grateful Leadership Neurodiversity Initiatives Powerful PartnersJoin Judith W. Umlas as she interviews Brandon Fargis, Neurodiversity expert, on Leading in a Neurodiverse World – Stories of Grateful Leadership during Uncertain Times.2020-07-2045 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership166 - The Power of...the Power of Acknowledgment!Join Judith W. Umlas as she reminisces about how the Grateful Leadership initiative all began with one little book that became the cornerstone for a trilogy. She muses about where this is all going and what's needed to maximize the impact of this powerful leadership model.2020-07-1308 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership165 - Exploring the Gratitude ConnectionJudith W. Umlas interviews Donald Officer, MA, the Intention Coach. They discuss books he has associated Grateful Leadership with over the four years he has been writing his monthly article, “The Gratitude Connection” for the Center for Grateful Leadership.2020-07-0632 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership163 - The Magic of the Personal Connection, Part 2Judith W. Umlas interviews Angela Brown, Business Analyst at CAI, which began with yet another of the “magical connections” that links people who resonate with Grateful Leadership initiative to the creator of this work. Follow Andrea as she talks about how viewing a presentation on the subject led her to become engaged in becoming a Grateful Leadership Certified Professional, Level 1 -- and how that has helped her attain both her personal and professional goals.2020-06-2222 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership161 - The Grateful Agile LeaderJoin Judith W. Umlas and active Center for Grateful Leadership member and collaborator Susan Parente, who explains how Grateful Leadership and the Agile initiative go hand-in-hand.2020-06-0828 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership159 ~ Measuring the Value of Grateful LeadershipMany people who have taken courses and attended keynotes on Grateful Leadership over the years have wanted to make a case for deploying it in their corporations. But they need to be able to show the value of the initiative. Judith W. Umlas interviews Shana Serrano, Army civilian and planner, who is writing her dissertation for her Doctor of Business Administration degree on “Grateful Leadership, Measuring its Value in an Evolving Globally Connected World.” It may be just what has been wanted and needed! Come hear the lively exchange on this engaging topic!2020-05-2632 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership157 ~ A Tribute to a Ground-Breaking Center for Grateful Leadership (CGL) Contributor, James G. Trela!Welcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership Podcast, where everything is about Acknowledgment and Grateful Leadership. And that is what this episode is all about As the art of grateful leadership podcast takes a new direction, we would like to announce the latest episode, a special tribute to  James G Trela who is stepping aside for now, given the challenges of his work and personal life at this time. What an amazing contribution this series has been! Jim brought his expertise as a PMP, MBA, MS-IST and Legal Program Manager at General Motors as well as his i...2020-05-1107 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership156 ~ Thank YouWelcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership Podcast, where everything is about Acknowledgment and Grateful Leadership. And that is what this episode is all about We are now entering May, and have just passed the 3rd anniversary of the podcast. That’s right, in April 2017, the Art of Grateful Leadership was launched; and we have had over 14,000 downloads Lets talk about the podcast and where it is headed. Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AG...2020-05-0404 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership155 ~ Gratitude TodayIn this episode, we discuss: Acknowledging the best supporting resources around; that it’s great to have someone that can anticipate what is needed; and, working remotely doesn’t mean you leave your acknowledgments in the office Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;Chester Elton; Susan Parente;  2020-04-2705 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful LeadershipSpecial Edition - Chester Elton ConversationIn this special edition, you will get to listen into the uncut conversation with Chester Elton that was used to create the three Art of Grateful Leadership podcast episodes. Chester has spent two decades helping organizations engage their employees in organizational strategy, vision, and values. Chester is a founding partner of The Culture Works, and serves as a leadership consultant to firms such as American Express, Procter & Gamble, Avis Budget Group, and Cigna. In 2020 Global Gurus research organization ranked him among the world’s top leadership and organizational culture experts. He is a me...2020-04-2040 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership154 ~ Chester Elton Part 3 - Be Grateful - Be Kind - Bring It HomeIn this episode, we conclude our conversation with Chester Elton.  Chester has spent two decades helping organizations engage their employees in organizational strategy, vision, and values.  He has written many best selling books including: All In The Carrot Principle And his latest book: Leading with Gratitude Once again we will hear how so many of Judith W. Umlas’ thoughts are in sync with what Chester has to say. Let’s listen as Chester Elton tells us about how: It’s Time to Get Back to Gratitude and Civility and Don...2020-04-2010 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership153 ~ Chester Elton Part 2 - Gratitude is Built on RelationshipsIn this episode we continue our conversation with Chester Elton. Chester has spent two decades helping organizations engage their employees in organizational strategy, vision, and values. Chester is a founding partner of The Culture Works, and serves as a leadership consultant to firms such as American Express, Procter & Gamble, Avis Budget Group. and Cigna. In 2020 Global Gurus research organization ranked him among the world’s top leadership and organizational culture experts. He is a member of Marshall Goldsmith’s #MG100 Global Coaches, member of the Fast Company Impact Council, and serves as a board member for Camp Corr...2020-04-1315 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership152 ~ Chester Elton - Leading with GratitudeIn This episode I introduce Chester Elton. Chester Elton has spent two decades helping organizations engage their employees in organizational strategy, vision and values. He’s been called the “Apostle of appreciation” by the Globe and Mail, Canada’s largest newspaper, and his work has been called “fascinating and refreshing‚” by Fortune magazine. He is author of several leadership books including Leading with Gratitude, All In, and The Carrot Principle, which have been New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestsellers. Chester’s books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies worldwide...2020-04-0611 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership151 ~ Thank you - For Chipping InIn the last episode, I spoke of how Grateful Leadership is needed more than ever today, and I encourage every listener to stop, take a deep breath and look at all we have. These are unprecedented times. Nobody alive has seen anything like this before. Nor has the government ever given us the information we have about he COVID-19 virus At this point I would like to Thank everyone or all they are doing. In Michigan, we have been asked to stay in our homes. physically separating ourselves from each other in order to keep...2020-03-3005 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership150 ~ Grateful Leadership in AdversityThese times are something I would never have believed could happen to me and my family: A pandemic; Businesses forced to close; Schools closed; Grocery store shelves empty What does one do in this situation?   How does a Grateful Leader react in these times?   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; 2020-03-2304 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership149 ~ Calming Effect of a Grateful LeaderHave you ever had one of those days?  You know the one, where stress is high, and motivation is low.  You want to bite someone’s head off if they say the wrong thing.  You know the day I’m talking about.  Well I had one of those days recently. Let me tell you how gratitude and a Grateful Leader changed all that.   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;2020-03-1605 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership148 ~ Benefits of GratitudeDid you know that there are psychological and physiological benefits to being grateful?  When we think of being grateful for all we have, we feel better about ourselves and about life in general, that just makes sense. And to believe these benefits can extend to our mind and body is not a stretch of logic at all. There are many articles on the psychological and physiological benefits of gratitude   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Re...2020-03-0908 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership147 ~ Acknowledgment and InnovationIn the last episode we spoke of Acknowledgment and Psychological Safety. That may have left you thinking: “How does this apply to business?” In this episode, we are going to look at the relationship between acknowledgment and Innovation   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; ; Innovation; psychological safety2020-03-0204 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership146 ~ Acknowledgment and Psychological SafetyThere is quite a lot in Leadership Media about Psychological Safety. In this episode, I would like to delve in to the question: “What is the relationship between Acknowledgment and Psychological Safety?” So let’s begin with a definition: What is psychological safety?     Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; Psychological Safety2020-02-2405 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership146 ~ Acknowledgment and Being PresentHow many times have you reached the end of a day and walked away, realizing you had missed so many opportunities to acknowledge someone that you were actually amazed? How many times have you gone through an entire day or even a couple of days without acknowledging that special person and wondered where all the time had gone? Where did all of these acknowledgment opportunities go? At today’s hectic pace, and in a world where acknowledgment is needed more than ever, how does one become attuned to the acknowledgment opportunities around them?...2020-02-1706 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership144 ~ Kathy Kest Encore - Powerful Testimony to GLIn this episode, we are going to revisit one of the most popular Art of Grateful Leadership episodes. It is episode #4 with Kathy Kest and is one of my personal favorites. Based on the number of downloads, it is one of the yours, too. Kathy Kest will be the Guest speaker at the Center for Grateful Leadership’s April Webinar, which is free to all members.  So, if you aren’t a member, be sure to become one so you can join us.  KEYWORDS: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W...2020-02-1006 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership143 ~ Leadership Lessons In An Acknowledgment From My WifeSafety and Security are two things a husband and wife can give each other This weekend, my wife acknowledged me and it was about how I did that for her;  how I’ve given her that feeling of safety and security   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; psychological safety2020-02-0304 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership142 ~ Acknowledgment From Unusual Source.mp3Recently, I received an unusual acknowledgment. It didn’t seem like one until later in the conversation. Then I realized this technique is so simple, it should be shared with everyone.   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;2020-01-2704 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership141 ~ Acknowledgment Tips - Keep It SimpleIn this episode we are going to talk about the best part of acknowledgment: It is simple   Why do we always complicate things?  I know that I tend to do that.  And I hope that I haven’t made acknowledgment complicated at all; because it isn’t. It should never be   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; Simplicity; Simple2020-01-2002 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership140 ~ Acknowledgment Tips - Peer ManagementHow can you help hold yourself more accountable for following through with your Acknowledgment and Grateful Leadership commitments? Well, the easiest way is to ask for help. Ask someone that you can count on to let you know when you are doing things right, and when you might miss something. Someone that you trust to point you in the right direction. Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL ;Accountability2020-01-1307 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership139 ~ Acknowledgment Tips - Receiving AcknowledgmentsI keep asking myself, what is it about acknowledgment and gratitude that keeps me going? I mean, here I am in my third year of the Art of Grateful Leadership podcast, and this is my 139th episode. It seems that I seldom run out of topics to talk about. I guess I have just been blessed when it comes to this topic. But WHY do I keep doing this? What is driving me? Why do I continue publishing this podcast week after week? Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith...2020-01-0605 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership138 ~ Unstoppable Desire and AcknowledgmentWelcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership Podcast Over the last couple episodes I’ve had a particular theme when it comes to building the acknowledgment / grateful leader habit. The point that the WHY is more important than the HOW. And the WHY is the part that fuels the desire to acknowledge someone. Have you ever met someone that has the fire of desire within them? The one that just gets them to do whatever it takes to complete a task or make something happen? Well, I know someone that has that same ty...2019-12-3006 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership137 ~ Acknowledgment Tips - CommitmentWelcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership Podcast This is the third in a series of episodes giving you some tips regarding how to acknowledge.   I’m going to say it again: I can’t stress enough that desire is the beginning of learning It’s the beginning of becoming a better acknowledger   If you know the “Why?” AND It’s a powerful enough “Why?” You will find the how.   I’ve heard it said that: Thoughts...2019-12-2306 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership136 - Acknowledgment Tips - Make the ChoiceIn the previous episode, I spoke of giving you some tips regarding how to acknowledge. I can’t stress enough that desire is the beginning of learning. It’s the beginning of becoming a better "acknowledger". As I’ve said before, if you know the “Why?”, and it’s a powerful enough “Why?”, you will find the how. So let’s go back and revisit that key question: “Why do I want to be better at acknowledgment?”   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for...2019-12-1608 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership134 ~ Acknowledging You Doctor.mp3  Each of us spends time with certain professionals They are: Customer Service Representatives Cashiers Salespeople Receptionists Customer Support People Doctors Lawyers Accountants and more... Do you ever think about acknowledging them?   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; 2019-12-0205 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership133 ~ Gratitude Time of the YearIn this episode I want to talk about Gratitude And how this time of the year brings out the best in all of us   As the song goes… “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!”   About this time every year we sit down and think about all that has happened around us   Come listen in. And Be Thankful!   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for G...2019-11-2504 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership132 ~ Acknowledgment RelationshipsWelcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership podcast In this episode we are going to examine what I call “acknowledgment relationships and how being in those relationships is an acknowledgment of who we are.  have identified three very special relationships in my life that I see as being filled with acknowledgment and inspire me to continue to acknowledge people everywhere.   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; Relationship  2019-11-1806 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership131 ~ Individual vs Group Praise.mp3  In this episode, I’m going to tell you about a team where  Acknowledging the team had little effect But when I acknowledged the key player The catalyst of the group Things took off.   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;2019-11-1105 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership130 ~ Gratitude and Peace.mp3Over the past few episodes,aActually, for the life of the entire podcast, I have been presenting the benefits of Gratitude.   Today, I would like to give you a concrete example of the benefits   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;2019-11-0406 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership129 ~ Anger or Gratitude - Pick OneWelcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership Podcast In this episode, we are going to look at two emotions, anger and gratitude, and how they cannot coexist in your mind   So if you have a choice, which you do, Pick Gratitude!   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; 2019-10-2806 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership128 ~ Gratitude ResearchIn the last couple of episodes we have been looking at the importance of acknowledgment  And performing the acknowledgment now, not waiting Why is this important? It is important because it helps you in many different ways and it develops a sense that there is a lot going on around you that is good.   I found a great blog that touches on these points Backing it up with scientific research   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Uml...2019-10-2105 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership127 ~ The Simplicity of Acknowledgment[GM Social Media Compliance]   Welcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership Podcast   For the last few episodes, I have been focused on Time; Taking time to acknowledge NOW; Time itself can be an acknowledgment; And the world needs Acknowledgment NOW   In this episode, I want to emphasize simplicity   I don’t know about you, But I tend to over complicate things. And my conversations with Judy Umlas bring me back to the simpler explanations.   The other day, Judy was revi...2019-10-1404 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership126 ~ The Now of AcknowledgmentWelcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership Podcast In the last episode we discussed the importance of time in acknowledgment That cannot be stressed enough Acknowledgment and Time go together   In this episode We are going to examine this “Now is the time for acknowledgment and The time for acknowledgment is Now”   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; 2019-10-0706 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership125 ~ Time for AcknowledgmentIn this episode we are going to look at one key elements of Acknowledgment that people sometimes don’t think about And that’s TIME   There are two aspects to time that I want to visit with you: #1. It takes time for acknowledgment    #2. There is no better time to acknowledge someone than now and now is the time for acknowledgment   Since I could probably talk forever about these topics  They will be split between this and the next podcast. So let’s...2019-09-3006 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership124 ~ The Attitude of Gratitude and SuccessWhy is it important to be grateful for what we have? To live with an attitude of gratitude? In this episode, we will look at the very practical reasons for being grateful and then back that up with some research evidence showing the relationship between the Attitude of Gratitude and Success.   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; 2019-09-2308 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership123 ~ The Five Cs - Commitment Part 2For the last few episodes, we have been discussing the Five Cs as found in the book Grateful Leadership: Using the Power of Acknowledgment to Engage All Your People and Achieve Superior Results By Judith W. Umlas These are the recipe for acknowledgment The five Cs are: Consciousness Choice  Courage  Communication And Commitment In case you didn’t know this, Judith W. Umlas listens to each, and every podcast episode before it is published. While listening to the last episode Judy Umlas noted that I spoke of what an individual could do both for themsel...2019-09-1606 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership122 ~ The Five Cs - CommitmentIn this episode we are going to delve into the fifth of the five Cs - Commitment, and why this is so important. Let’s review the recipe, otherwise known as the Five Cs as described in Judith W. Umlas’ book Grateful Leadership - Using the Power of Acknowledgment to Engage All Your People and Achieve Superior Results You begin with the first C - Consciousness; the  conscious realization that another person should be acknowledged   Then you move along to the second C - Choice; the choice to acknowledge that person. You kno...2019-09-0906 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership121 ~ The Five Cs - CommunicationIn this episode we are going to delve into the fourth of the five Cs - Communication And why this is so important.   Let’s review the recipe, otherwise known as the Five Cs as described in Judith W. Umlas’ book: Grateful Leadership - Using the Power of Acknowledgment to Engage All Your People and Achieve Superior Results   You begin with the first C - Consciousness; The  conscious realization that another person should be acknowledged Then you move along to the second C - Choice; The choice to acknowl...2019-09-0207 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership120 ~ The Five Cs - Courage to AcknowledgeSo what is courage? According to Merriam - Webster’s On-Line Dictionary, courage is defined as: “mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty” When one is speaking of Grateful Leadership and the Power of Acknowledgment, I believe courage refers to the internal strength to continue along the path to acknowledging  another person. It is the internal mental strength take that next step, especially when you don’t know how the acknowledgment will turn out.   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umla...2019-08-2606 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership119 ~ Laura Moutal - A Life Coachs Perspective on GratitudeToday I’m going to introduce you to Laura Moutal She is a personal trainer and life coach from New York   She had an amazing chance encounter with our own Judith W. Umlas That led her to The center for Grateful Leadership  And being a guest on the Art of Grateful Leadership podcast   Let’s find out how she met Judy  and the importance of Gratitude for a Life Coach.   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful...2019-08-1908 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership118 ~ Choice vs Decision - Crucial DifferenceWhen we talk about the 5 Cs from Judith W. Umlas’ book: Grateful Leadership: Using the Power of Acknowledgment to Engage All Your People and Achieve Superior Results;  We are referring to the steps taken to move along your Grateful Leadership journey. The 5 Cs are: Consciousness Choice Courage Communication Commitment When I’m leading a session on Grateful Leadership the Power of Acknowledgment and I get to the point where we talk about choice and tell them, “this is the crucial point in the process.  Choice is where the rubber hits the road.”  I don’t know if people re...2019-08-1216 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership117 ~ The Five Cs - Consciousness and ChoiceRemember the 5 Cs?   Today we are going to relate the first two Cs Consciousness  and Choice   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; Consciousness; Choice2019-08-0504 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership116 ~ Stephanie Hanko - Overcoming Acknowledgment HesitationToday, we conclude our conversation with Stephanie Hanko, Senior Principal at CSG Government Solutions, Inc. and Grateful Leader We pick up discussing How being a Grateful Leader takes conscious choice... Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; Stephanie Hanko2019-07-2910 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership115 ~ Stephanie Hanko - Importance of AcknowledgmentIn this episode, we continue our conversation with Stephanie Hanko Stephanie is a Senior Principal at CSG Government Solutions, Inc. She is a leader with broad impact over CSG practices, and has forged influential internal and external relationships, from smaller tailored projects to complex $200M business and IT projects. She led development of CSG’s enterprise project management methodology and leads development of CSG’s service methodologies. Stephanie is a Project Management Professional and Certified Scrum Product Owner. The conversation continues with the importance of acknowledgment   Key...2019-07-2212 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership114 ~ Stephanie Hanko - Acknowledging the UnacknowledgedIn this episode, I introduce Stephanie Hanko. Stephanie is a Senior Principal at CSG Government Solutions, Inc. and is a certified Project Management Professional and Certified Scrum Product Owner. She has over 25 years of professional business experience. This includes establishing and overseeing project management standards and Project Management Offices for individual and enterprise projects. She has worked primarily on healthcare and human services businesses and information technology projects. Stephanie has a unique competency in identifying and analyzing situations, projects, and teams and developing strategic solutions and corrective actions to...2019-07-1511 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership113 ~ Richard Sheridan - Gratitude Makes All the DifferenceIn this episode, we conclude the interview with Rich Sheridan CEO and Chief Storyteller at Menlo Innovations in Ann Arbor, Michigan   When we pick up the conversation, we are continuing our discussion around paired programming and its efficiency. Let’s listen to why this is so important at Menlo Innovations   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;Richard Sheridan; Menlo Innovations2019-07-0815 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership112 ~ Richard Sheridan - Joy and Gratitude  In this episode, we continue our podcast series with Rich Sheridan, CEO and Chief Storyteller at Menlo Innovations in Ann Arbor, Michigan Rich's passion for creating joyful work environments led to his bestselling and widely-celebrated book, Joy, Inc. - How We Built a Workplace People Love. His recently released second book, Chief Joy Officer, will continue to prove that a positive and engaging leadership style is actually good for business. Today, Rich will tell us about the fact that it’s all about people working with people and why Gratitude is necessary at Menl...2019-07-0113 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership111 ~ Richard Sheridan - Joy in the WorkplaceToday, we begin a podcast series with Rich Sheridan, CEO and Chief Joy Officer of Menlo Innovations in Ann Arbor, Michigan Rich became disillusioned in the middle of his career in the chaotic technology industry. He had an all-consuming thought…things can be better.  Much better. He had to find a way. Why couldn't a workplace be filled with camaraderie, human energy, creativity, and productivity? Ultimately, Rich co-founded Menlo Innovations in 2001 to end human suffering in the workplace.  His unique approach to custom software creation is so surprisingly different, that 3,000 people a year travel from arou...2019-06-2411 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership110 ~ Grateful Leadership and the Power of AcknowledgmentOver the last few episodes, we have heard Susan Parente tell us about Grateful Leadership and High Performance Teams, the fact that The Power of Acknowledgment can help  SUPERCHARGE your team. Whether you’re practicing Agile/Scrum or Waterfall as a project management Methodology, or whether you’re working on a co-located or virtual team, Grateful Leadership and the Power of Acknowledgment is appropriate through all of these and is even needed more in virtual teams Susan even brought up the concept of intentional acknowledgments. Where you, with intent, look for ways to acknowledge those people that are work...2019-06-1705 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership108 ~ Susan Parente - Grateful Leadership Agile vs Traditional Teams  This is episode two of three in the series featuring Susan Parente In this episode, Susan speaks to the importance of Grateful Leadership in both Agile teams, and Traditional teams.   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; Agile Teams; Susan Parente2019-06-0313 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership107 ~ Susan Parente - Grateful Leadership and High Performance TeamsWelcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership podcast In this episode I have the pleasure of interviewing Susan Parente The last time Susan and I sat down, we spoke of Grateful Servant Leadership   Today we begin a conversation on Grateful Leadership and High Performance Teams   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;Susan Parente; Servant Leadership; High Performance Teams2019-05-2707 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership106 ~ Thanks Recognition and AcknowledgmentThe focus of this episode is one of the key points of Grateful Leadership, the difference between simple thanks, recognition and acknowledgment Don’t get me wrong; Thanks, Recognition, and Acknowledgment all have their place in a well balanced appreciation paradigm within an organization.   In a world where people are leaving perfectly good positions and moving to another company because they don’t feel appreciated These concepts are critical. Let me repeat that: People, good people, are leaving their position, even leaving their company because they don’t feel a...2019-05-2006 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership105 ~ Don Officer - Positive Psychology and Grateful Leadership Part 2In this episode we continue the conversation with Donald Officer on the topic of Positive Psychology and Grateful Leadership   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;Donald Officer; Gratitude Connection; Positive Psychology2019-05-1314 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership104 ~ Don Officer - Positive Psychology and Grateful LeadershipToday I have the honor to talk to Donald Officer, regular contributor and author of the  Gratitude Connection for the Center for Grateful Leadership He is an active member of both the Canadian Positive Psychology Association (CPPA) as well as the International Positive Psychology Association. Come with me and learn more about Don and his passions...   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;Donald Officer; Positive Psychology2019-05-0615 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership103 ~ Gratitude and SuccessWelcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership Podcast   Did you ever walk into a situation that you thought would be horrible and walk out thanking the person or people for the experience? Well, that happened to me today. You see, my day job is a Senior IT Project Manager for a major Automotive firm and I just received two new projects, both kicking off in May. My team and I had a chance to talk about the projects before the Senior Management Review and Approval Meeting this afternoon. I walk...2019-04-2904 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership102 ~ Another Key to AcknowledgmentIn my study of the Power of Acknowledgment, I’m always looking for a better, more powerful form of acknowledgment You know: Bigger, Stronger, Faster! But what I didn’t realize is that the best type of acknowledgment may be the most subtle form of all...   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;2019-04-2205 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership101 ~ Acknowledgment and Learning  Welcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership Podcast We are now headed into our 2nd hundred episode, or essentially, our third year of production A couple days ago, Judy Umlas, always in the spirit to celebrate accomplishments brought me another recording that she received regarding the 100th Episode of the Art of Grateful Leadership. It came from Don Officer the creative mind behind the Gratitude Connection.   I just listened to the recording and it really hit home for me bringing me to the edge of tears.  Come li...2019-04-1505 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership100 ~ 100th Episode CelebrationDoes the Art of Grateful Leadership podcast make a difference? This is always something on the mind of the host. When Judy Umlas found out that we were heading to the 100th podcast she got very excited. And when Judy gets excited, it’s contagious Let me give you some examples of what happens when Judy asked people about  the 100th Episode Celebration podcast. Over the last week or so, a number of accolades have been received from the Art of Grateful Leadership listeners. This podcast is filled with liste...2019-04-0812 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership099 ~ You Already AcknowledgeCan you acknowledge someone at the point they first interact with you? Before you have really had any conversation or effect on you? You probably do this more than you think.   What reminded me of this was an interaction with a chat person from Walt Disney World. She started the chat, before we did anything with her name and …” can I spread some pixie dust and make your stay enjoyable?”  The beginning of the interaction made you feel special, Got you thinking about what was on the horizon, about to begin. We do the s...2019-04-0203 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership098 ~ Acknowledgment Is A Two-Way StreetDo you know that acknowledgment is a two-way street?   The art of accepting an acknowledgment should be practiced too. It is simple, but as they say, simple is not always easy. We are all Acknowledgment Ambassadors spreading the Acknowledgment Message and Its Importance in today’s world and, into the future. But each of us can feel uncomfortable in receiving an acknowledgment Let's take a closer look at this...  Here's the link to the  Dale Carnegie Training of Michigan article quoted in this episode:  http://www.dalec...2019-03-2504 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership097 ~ Correction By My Mentor - Acknowledge Someone for Who They AreWelcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership podcast. One of the greatest aspects of being mentored is when the mentor looks deeply and gives the mentee a couple words to take their message to the next level. Most of the time, it isn’t anything new, it’s just the right time to be heard again. I had that experience this week when the author of The Power of Acknowledgment and Grateful Leadership: Using the Power of Acknowledgment to Engage All Your People and Achieve Superior Results, Judith W. Umlas stopped me with just a f...2019-03-1803 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership096 ~ Group Needing the Most Acknowledgment TodayWelcome to the Art Of Grateful Leadership Today, we’re going to talk about my experience with the group of people in the world that I believe needs the most acknowledgment today.  Who are they? Come listen in…   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;2019-03-1103 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership095 ~ Acknowledgment of a Respected ManagerEach of us has those people in our life that has made a profound impact on their career Have you ever thought of acknowledging them?   I think I told everyone about the manager I acknowledged 20+ years after he fired me People probably have two specific questions in their head: Why did you acknowledge someone for firing you? Why did you wait over 20 years? Both of those are valid questions and both of them will have to wait for another podcast Today I want to focus on a mo...2019-03-0403 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership094 ~ Acknowledgment is a Conscious ChoiceIn my last episode, I mentioned that I recently had the privilege of Jury Duty The case was not fun, as crime never is.   During my time on the jury I learned a lot about what human beings are capable of and at that time, I had a choice to make.   The choice to look for the good in the world, and to acknowledge it.   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leader...2019-02-2503 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership093 ~ Acknowledgment of a JuryWelcome to the Art of Grateful Leadership Podcast   Acknowledgment can take place anywhere Even in the Jury Room Resulting from a trial   Let me tell you about it… Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; Jury; Trial2019-02-1803 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership092 ~ Inspiration During Hard TimesIn this episode, I want to turn towards those that inspire us during hard times. And, if you are from Detroit, you probably heard that some of us are heading into some hard times. You see, for those of us that are employed at General Motors,  there have been some white-collar layoffs taking place. And that puts each and every one of us on edge During these times, there  will always be those people that inspire others, no matter what the outcome. One of those people is my co-worker, Bonnie. Keywords: #IWo...2019-02-1103 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership091 ~ Turning Things AroundIn this episode I want to turn things around a little bit... I would imagine that most of the people listening to this podcast are the “Acknowledgers”   But I want you to think about the receiving end of Acknowledgment I want to have you remember the last time you were the “Acknowledgee”   Why? Because it’s time to remember the why.   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; L...2019-02-0402 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership090 ~ Life Events Bring Out AcknowledgmentWelcome the Art of Grateful Leadership Podcast This was a hard podcast to put together not because I’m not passionate about the topic but that it hits close to home and it revolves around the topic of someone passing away. Either way, I have found this to be very uplifting and don’t take this wrong, I’m not happy the person is gone its what happened along the way…   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas...2019-01-2804 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership089 ~ Acknowledge Every Chance You GetAcknowledge people every chance you get.  This episode reinforces this thought.  You never know when you won't see someone again.   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;2019-01-2102 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership088 ~ Guest Podcast Host Susan Parente - Perfect Place for AcknowledgmentToday we have a guest podcast Host, Susan Parente I Interviewed her in September of 2018 for the podcast and she wanted to share some of her experiences with you, the Art of Grateful leadership listeners Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL; Susan Parente2019-01-1403 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership087 ~ Cant Help But AcknowledgeThere are some times when you just can’t help acknowledging someone. There was just such a day recently. We were coming to the end of the year and there are a number of initiatives that need to be completed so everyone can head into the holidays with relaxation on their mind One of these was an initiative with visibility all the way up to the top executive in the department There were six applications that needed to be brought up to corporate standards before the end of the year. We...2019-01-0703 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership086 ~ Guest Podcast Host Judy Umlas - From Humble BeginningsIn this episode, we have a very special guest podcast host, Ms. Judith W. Umlas, the founder of the Center for Grateful Leadership Let us listen to Judy as we round out 2018 and head into 2019… Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;2018-12-3109 minThe Art of Grateful LeadershipThe Art of Grateful Leadership085 ~ More on Acknowledgment and Employee EngagementIn this episode we are going to add more to our discussion on Employee Engagement and Acknowledgment   In a January 4, 2018 Forbes article, Mike Kappel, wrote about employee engagement. The article is entitled: How To Establish A Culture Of Employee Engagement   Keywords: #IWorkForGM; Art of Grateful Leadership; Power of Acknowledgment; Grateful Leader; Judith W Umlas; James G Trela; Center for Grateful Leadership; Leadership; Management; Employee Retention; AGL; CGL;2018-12-2403 min