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Food, Fitness & Family35: The WIVES - Guests Tatyana Blankenship & Nikole GatesToday we host our two favorite people in the world; our wives! We discuss the story of our relationships, how we have navigated bodybuilding, fitness, and business with our best friends by our sides. What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle...2023-07-031h 47

Food, Fitness & Family34: Building a Powerful Morning RoutineToday we discuss the importance and HOW to build a powerful morning routine that fits your schedule.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body...2023-06-2632 min

Food, Fitness & Family33: How to Read a Nutrition LabelToday we discuss Nutrition Labels - what to look for and why?What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.2023-06-1945 min

Food, Fitness & Family32: Body Shop Lee's Summit and Catching UpToday we discuss the opening of Body Shop #2 in Lee's Summit, MO and catching up on life since we've missed y'all the last few weeks.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitness 2023-06-1241 min

Food, Fitness & Family31: Leaving Teaching to Run Thriving Lives Full-TimeToday we discuss Marcus' story in building TLF while working a full-time teaching job and breaking down the decision to leave in order to focus on Thriving Lives Fitness.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.2023-05-2236 min

Food, Fitness & Family30: FAD DIETSToday we discuss FAD DIETS and why the are detrimental to your health and weight loss journey.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body...2023-05-1531 min

Food, Fitness & Family29: Metabolic ResistanceToday we discuss Metabolic Resistance. Why continuing to eat less while doing more isn't always the answer.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body...2023-05-0144 min

Food, Fitness & Family28: Life UpdateToday we SHARE HUGE NEWS and talk about life updates.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training....2023-04-2448 min

Food, Fitness & Family27: Pre-WorkoutToday we discuss the best Pre-Workout Supplements, pre-workout meal, what to look for and what to avoid.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body...2023-04-1025 min

Food, Fitness & Family26: 100+lb Weight Loss Journey with Holly BlankenshipToday we interview Holly Blankenship and discuss her 100+ lb weight loss journey - the ups, the downs and everything in between!What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner...2023-04-031h 16

Food, Fitness & Family25: Who Needs Rest Days?Today we discuss the importance of REST DAYS.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.IG: @blankslatefitness_91...2023-03-2731 min

Food, Fitness & Family24: Time, Health or Money?Today we ask you a question. List these 3 items in order of greatest importance in your life: Time Freedom, Money Freedom or Health. What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb...2023-03-2035 min

Food, Fitness & Family23: Mr. Big Biscuit, Chad OfferdahlEpisode 23 - Owner of Kansas City's own, Big Biscuit, Chad OfferdahlToday we interviewed Chad Offerdahl talking about how he got started with Big Biscuit, entrepreneurship; and the impact that fitness and focusing on health has had on Chad's confidence, self growth, business growth, and what it means for his family.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to g...2023-03-061h 16

Food, Fitness & Family22: Q&AToday we answer various questions that were submitted to us. Plus a fun bonus question at the end.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitness...2023-02-2750 min

Food, Fitness & Family21: BulkingEpisode 21 - BulkingToday we discuss when/what/why/how around Bulking.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of B...2023-02-2041 min

Food, Fitness & Family20: Guests - Jeff Wasserman & Kyle Comes, Owners of Supplement SuperstoresEpisode 20 - Jeff Wasserman & Kyle Comes, Owners of Supplement SuperstoresToday we host our first guests who lead us through their individual journeys and journey as partners. We talk about balancing the entrepreneur hustle & quality time with family. These guys are building something very special with Supplement Superstores with unmatched community outreach and care for every person they have the opportunity to help. Supplement Superstores have 8 locations across Kansas City and are continuing to expand. You can find Jeff, Kyle and S2 here:IG: @jeff_wasserman @kcomes316 @s2faction 2023-02-141h 52

Food, Fitness & Family19: Reverse DietingEpisode 19 - Reverse DietingToday we chat about Reverse Dieting - when you should, who should, how to shape your mindset prior to reverse dieting, and ways to screw it up. This is the diet after the diet and it's one of the MOST important aspects of dieting that you have been MISSING and it's why most people lose weight, gain it all back, or feel like they have to live on minimal calories. What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness...2023-02-0633 min

Food, Fitness & Family18: How to Setup a Diet PlanEpisode 18 - How to Setup a Diet PlanToday we chat about the process we go through when setting up diet plans. How, why and when to customize various aspects of a diet plan and considerations that need to made. Communication with our clients, listening to their goals and needs but also balancing those out with where they truly are and deciding the best path to take to get them to their desired goals.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness...2023-01-3035 min

Food, Fitness & Family17: Kicking Off 2023Episode 17 - Kicking Off 2023After lots of travel for the two of us, we kick off our 2023 sharing about our New Years, the first few weeks of the year so far, how our personal diets/lifestyles have been along with how our clients have done over the last few months of holidays. Regardless how the last few months have gone for you, we are here now and ready to ROCK! What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations...2023-01-2319 min

Food, Fitness & Family16: Living Intentionally VS Living in Survival ModeEpisode 16 - Living Intentionally VS Living in Survival ModeIn todays HIGH stress world with busy lives, if you aren't planning ahead, be proactive with your lifestyle choices and scheduling then are sure to either fail or add stress to your life and most often, both will happen if you are not living intentionally. Stay away from survival mode!What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance...2023-01-1615 min

Food, Fitness & Family15: Setting BoundariesEpisode 15 - Setting BoundariesDo you have a tough time saying "NO" to people? Do you find yourself sacrificing your own wants and needs for others? Today we talk about setting BOUNDARIES in various ways to keep you from burning out, enjoying life, and conserving your emotional energy.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in...2023-01-0912 min

Food, Fitness & Family14: How to Be a Better ClientEpisode 14 - How to Be a Better ClientWhat kind of client are you? What are your strengths and weaknesses as a client? Or maybe you've never had a coach before - if not, this will be a good guide as to what to avoid as a client and how to be a better client which will only help you achieve better results.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health...2023-01-0239 min

Food, Fitness & Family13: Feeling Empowered by Taking ActionEpisode 13 - Feeling Empowered by Taking ActionDo you believe in yourself? Do you believe that you WILL conquer your goals? Today we talk about the importance of EMPOWERING yourself by taking action in your life in ways that fuel you, that make you feel good about yourself and how those small actions help you build momentum.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential...2022-12-2622 min

Food, Fitness & Family12: New Years ResolutionsEpisode 12 - New Years ResolutionsToday we sit down to talk about New Years Resolutions: why people fail their resolutions, how to set attainable goals, what kinds of goals you should be setting, daily actionable steps to reach your goals. What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of...2022-12-1233 min

Food, Fitness & Family11: Mental HealthEpisode 11 - Mental HealthToday we sit down to talk about the mental health of bodybuilders, entrepreneurs, the various mental health struggles we see within our clients and how fitness can help or hurt our mental health in a variety of way.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates...2022-12-0557 min

Food, Fitness & Family10: Lab Work EssentialsEpisode 10 - Lab Work EssentialsToday we did a deep dive on Lab Work. Who should get it done, how to get it done, why to get it done, and as coaches, what are we looking for and why it matters.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.2022-11-281h 10

Food, Fitness & Family9: How to Manage Your Diet During the HolidaysEpisode 9 - How to Manage Your Diet During the HolidaysToday we sit down to go over how to manage nutrition and lifestyle habits leading up to the holidays, between holidays, and wasting NO time after the day/meal/holiday to lock back in. What do we personally do on Thanksgiving and other holidays, as well as how we coach our clients during days like this. The key here is balance and enjoying quality time with family on these important days and precious time we get to share with those we love...2022-11-2133 min

Food, Fitness & Family8: How to Execute Your WeekEpisode 8 - How to Execute Your WeekOrganization and planning ahead are two keys to success in anything you do: especially health and fitness. In this weeks' episode we discuss how we prepare for a successful week, how to be adaptable if something throws off your plan, and ways to streamline your life so you can focus on your goals.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life...2022-11-1444 min

Food, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 7: Caleb's Comp PrepEpisode 7 - Caleb's Comp Prep: The prep before the prep, how the last 30 weeks are going, and finishing strong!What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate...2022-11-0740 min

Food, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 6: Q & AEpisode 6 - Q & AToday we sit down and answer questions from our community pertaining to health, fitness and the balancing act of it all with family and friends.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal...2022-10-3147 min

Food, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 5: Meal Prep BasicsEpisode 5: Meal Prep BasicsToday we sit down to discuss Meal Prep Basics. Let's face it, most of us live on the GO - between work, kids, family, friends, the gym and all else, we don't have 6 hours a week to meal prep but it's VITAL to our success so what do we do? In this episode we talk about How to Grocery Shop for success, how to efficiently prepare your meals for the week and GO-TO foods, sauces and seasonings that you should always keep on hand at home.What is Food, Fitness & Family?2022-10-2451 min

Food, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 4: Macros or Strict Diet PlanEpisode 4 - Macros or Strict Diet PlanToday we sit down to go over the differences between flexible dieting/tracking macros OR following a strict diet plan. Our personal preferences, what approach we take with clients, pros/cons of each, and WHEN to use each approach.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.2022-10-1759 min

Food, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 3: Marcus' Latest Comp PrepToday we sit down to discuss Marcus' latest comp prep where we did a quick 7 week prep to compete on Sept. 10th. We dive into the family balance of prep and why Marcus chose to step back from competing the rest of this year.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.2022-10-1042 min

Food, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 2: Low Hanging FruitEpisode 2 - Low Hanging FruitToday we sit down to go over some of the easiest changes you can make in your day to day routines without having to do a full 180 on your current routines. Be more mindful of these aspect of your life and watch your life & health quickly start to change for the better.-------------What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life...2022-10-0353 min

Programming LeadershipBridging the PM Gap with Rich MironovHave you ever been told to be more “innovative” with your code? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, Rich Mironov, discuss the all too common disconnect between developers and those on the marketing side of organizations. According to Rich, this is the result of two very different work cultures existing in the same organization - one that’s collaborative and one that’s highly individualistic. The culture gap can be hard to cross. Thankfully, Rich has spent years coming up with solutions to bridge that gap. It’s not always easy, but Rich believes that it can be...2020-07-0900 min

Programming LeadershipHow Core Values Influence Diversity and Inclusion with Kim CraytonIn this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, Kim Crayton, discuss how organizations are shaped by core values, and why values are integral for establishing true diversity and inclusion. Kim dives into some very uncomfortable truths in this episode, pointing out how most organizations are not actually ready for inclusion and diversity, because they are operating with misaligned values that make it impossible for stakeholders to thrive. Kim also explains how businesses can leverage diversity to effectively compete in the information economy, and explains why companies should rethink how they approach risk management. Show Notes 2020-06-2500 min

Programming LeadershipNo Fighting In This (Agile) Dojo with M. David GreenHow can we train teams to consistently produce quality code without negatively impacting productivity? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, M. David Green, discuss Agile Dojos and how they can make teams more effective. Dojos provide a six-week training ground where teams focus on recognizing and replicating value by pairing, mobbing, and swarming. Coaches like Green help them to hone their skills and go through rituals more effectively. The results will be more engaged team members, scrum masters, and a way of working that converts skeptics and naysayers into Agile evangelists.2020-06-1100 min

Programming LeadershipFinding Career Opportunities Through Experimentation with Josh DoodyEngineers love to experiment, but is experimenting with your career a good idea? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus talks with salary negotiation expert Josh Doody about how this counterintuitive decision can benefit you over the long term. According to Doody, the key is to stop thinking in binary terms of “good” and “bad” outcomes and optimize for learning, instead. Doing so gives us a broader spectrum of results that we can use to decide how to proceed. This will allow us to better calculate risk while also avoiding Old Timer’s Disease and falling victim to loss aversion.2020-05-2800 min

Programming LeadershipHow Agile Work Actually Works with Allen HolubHow do organizations actually work with Agile? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, Allen Holub, discuss what organizations get wrong about Agile. Allen has been an Agile transformation consultant for nearly 40 years and has seen the best and worst it has to offer. Luckily, he says the worst can be avoided. The challenge lies in company culture and architecture. The Agile way of working can be a shock to an organization’s system. However, those willing to suffer a few growing pains can reap tremendous rewards further down the line! Show Not...2020-05-1400 min

Programming LeadershipLeveraging Remote Work with Laurel FarrerHow do we leverage remote work in our businesses and on our teams? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus talks with Rachel Farrer, CEO and founder of Distributing Consulting, about the challenges facing remote workers and their managers. Despite being around for decades, there are still many managers pushing back against remote work. According to Farrer, this is due to myths surrounding it as well as managers not utilizing it effectively. She wants people to know that remote work, when properly understood and executed, can create more productive teams, departments, and companies. Show Notes...2020-04-1600 min

Programming LeadershipMaking Software Development Teams Hum with Ron LichtyIs your team running so smoothly that it hums? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, Ron Lichty, discuss what makes high-performance teams versus what makes low-performance teams. Most teams already know which category they fall into, but the solution to a low-performing team isn’t always clear. Drawing on 20 years of Agile experience, Ron narrows down the three root causes of low-performing teams as well as solutions that managers can implement to improve them. Show Notes Learning what makes software development teams hum (1:40) What prevents a team from humming (3:31) Building effe...2020-04-0200 min

Programming LeadershipBeing Your Own Leader in Times of Transition with Han YuanEpisode 40 What does it look like to be your own leader in times of professional transition? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus talks with Han Yuan, friend and former Senior Vice President of Engineering at Upwork, about transitioning into entrepreneurship from a traditional job and vice versa. How do you know it’s time to make a transition? Where do you find the support you need? How can you prepare team members for their own transitions? It’s a scary proposition for anyone. Fortunately, Yuan says it can be managed effectively with a combination of objective benchmarks, meaningful rela...2020-03-1900 min

Programming LeadershipChanging How We Change Software with GeePaw HillWhat if we could create a trade culture that allowed for change rather than relying on mechanical thinking? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, GeePaw Hill, discuss how the doubling rate in the software industry has resulted in a complete lack of trade discipline. Drawing on his 40 years in the software industry, GeePaw’s solution is to develop a thick culture in which certain standards are established across the industry. They also discuss why the industrial model of work is so unsatisfying, the real reason why good workers leave organizations, and the importance of luck....2020-03-0500 min

Programming LeadershipImprove Your Product Management with Ellen GottesdienerHow do we improve in the area of product management? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest Ellen Gottesdiener, President of EBG Consulting, discuss ways companies can better oversee the development and lifecycle of a product in its entirety. Marcus and Ellen also discuss her Agile Product Planning method, best practices in the area of product management, and effective decision making methods with product management within your organization. Show Notes A working definition of product management (1:15) The product lifecycle (1:45) Answering the question, “What’s my product?” (8:30) “Outside-in” thinking over “inside-out” (11:30) Ways to address prod...2020-02-2000 min

Programming LeadershipLeadership Strategies from Nature with Dr. Kathleen AllenWhat can nature teach us about how to get the most from our organizations? In this episode, Marcus welcomes Dr. Kathleen Allen to discuss changing our perspectives of assigning roles within teams and organizations to what she calls leading a “living systems”. Dr. Allen is the president of her consulting firm, Allen and Associates, and has written many articles and contributed to a variety of books, including The Transforming Leader: New Approaches to Leadership for the Twenty-first Century and Innovation in Environmental Leadership: Critical Perspectives. Her most recent book, Leading from the Roots: Nature-Inspired Leadership Lessons for Today’s World...2020-02-0600 min

Programming LeadershipThe Art of Leadership with Michael LoppHow can you build trust as a leader? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, Michael Lopp discuss the small practices that make a good leader. Listen to learn about building trust, respect, and relationships in a leadership role. Show Notes Leadership practices are small things done repetitively over time. @2:29 Leadership is a skill. @3:32 Empathy is a powerful skillset. @5:17 The practice of one on ones is important in connecting to a team. @6:44 Asking for feedback can build trust and relationships. @9:04 Respond to feedback with a thank you and follow up comprehension questi...2020-01-2300 min

Programming LeadershipCollaboration and Notqmail with Amitai SchleierOn this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, Amitai Schleier, discuss a new project Amitai is working on regarding reviving an old, but useful, open-source program called qmail. Strategy and collaboration on this project as well as how to manage a project of this nature are discussed. Show Notes The ‘old’ project is called notqmail. @1:10 Last stable release was in 1998 then it was abandoned. @2:45 Elders decided to make some changes in 2007 and called it notqmail. @3:49 Amitai decided to revive this old C code. @7:16 He wanted to join together the other people still running wi...2020-01-0900 min

Programming LeadershipBecoming a Better Manager Means Starting with Yourself with Johanna RothmanTo be a modern manager, you must manage yourself first. In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, Johanna Rothman discuss how you must learn to manage yourself to be effective at managing other people. They will discuss some common mistakes managers make and some important values to instill in yourself that will make you a better manager, such as integrity, vulnerability, and congruence. Show Notes If we don't manage ourselves, we don't have the capability of managing other people. @2:42 Micromanagement comes from fear and that fear is out of incongruence. @3:07 Blame cut...2019-12-1900 min

Programming LeadershipRise of the Resilient Manager with Lara HoganAre you a resilient manager? Do you want to become one? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, Lara Hogan discuss what it means to be a resilient manager. She will discuss some effective management skills and thought processes. She will also introduce us to the idea of the manager Voltron. Show Notes New manager care packages @1:00 Becoming a manager is scary for different reasons for everybody. @5:10 Management skills are the same across the board. @9:15 At every stage of management, you start over with the same new feelings, new fears, and lack o...2019-12-1100 min

Programming LeadershipCompassionate Coding with April WenselAre you compassionate? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, April Wensel discuss compassion in technology and how it affects people. April shares how to become more compassionate as individuals and how we can bring more compassion into our organizations. Dive in to learn about a more compassionate future. Show Notes Compassion is about reducing suffering. @1:09 Compassion is what's missing in technology. @1:22 Emotional intelligence ties into compassion. @4:36 We're all hardwired for cruelty and compassion- it's our choice which we choose as humans. @5:44 Everyone has the potential to practice compassion in daily life...2019-12-0500 min

Programming LeadershipFinding Your Balance with Camille FournierIn this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, Camille Fournier discuss some points from her book, The Manager's Path. They discuss the importance of time management and how to effectively manage employee turnover in a leadership role. Show Notes A day in the life of a manager varies, but it is a lot of meetings. @3:58 As a manager, you have to be on for all the hours you are in. @5:07 It's important to make time for your "thinking time." @7:14 The big problems are the intersection of technology and people. @10:24 You need a strate...2019-11-2800 min

Programming LeadershipMy MissionHave you ever wondered why am I doing this? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus discusses his vision for the future and how we can work together to change it. Are you with me? Show Notes Consider your why and get on board with mine. @4:02 I want to create a future that's more productive and more valuable. @5:09 This future will have lower turnover and higher productivity. @5:58 Small ideas have to start somewhere and they grow. @6:53 Bad management and leadership comes from somewhere above you with expectations that came into the company a long time ago. @7:43 I...2019-11-2100 min

Programming LeadershipConflict: Uncomfortable, Yet Necessary with Jennifer Jones-PatulliEpisode Description Is conflict always a bad thing? In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest, Jennifer Jones-Patulli, discuss how people tend to think about conflict and how they handle it. Jennifer provides insight and tools to use as leaders to help handle conflict situations within an organization and among staff. Conflict may be uncomfortable, but it is not always bad. Show Notes Fight, flight, or freeze reactions Cultures approach conflict differently Conflict is not a problem but can become a problem Time pressure plays into how people handle conflict People have dif...2019-11-1400 min

Programming LeadershipTurnover: “It’s not me, it’s you”Turnover is a huge problem in our industry. There are many reasons people choose to leave their jobs and in this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus dissects the top reasons software professional decide to seek other employment and ways to prevent future turnover from occurring. Show Notes Technology and software have the highest turnover rate of all industries Managers can affect turnover Reasons why people leave Lack of opportunity for advancement Unsatisfied with leadership of senior management Unsatisfied with work environment and culture Want more challenging work Want to make more money Unsatisfied with the...2019-11-0700 min

Programming LeadershipRules of Change with Esther DerbyIn this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest Esther Derby discuss change. They discuss her book, Seven Rules for Positive Productive Change, and how change is viewed and implemented by individuals and organizations. Show Notes Change is a core aspect of leaders' and managers' jobs Change is viewed differently from different people, or different places in an organization How do people and companies "do change"? Codifying when we know the least Forest succession as a metaphor for change What holds the current pattern in place? Fundamental attribution error Missing feedback loop Possible for people to...2019-10-3100 min

Programming LeadershipA New Leadership Model with Jason WongIn this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest Jason Wong discuss how one size does not fit all in leadership. They dive into how the traditional leadership model isn't working well and how it could be changed to become more effective. The two also enlighten listeners on a new followership model, and why followership can be just as important as leadership. Show Notes The traditional leadership model isn't working well Great Man Leadership New model should be less confrontational and more collaborative Corporations aren't just money and investors, we need to incorporate values The Ch...2019-10-2400 min

Programming LeadershipThe One Constant with Don GrayChange is hard, unpredictable, and downright complex. Getting people or systems to change is not easy and certainly not done in a vacuum. In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus and his guest Don Gray enlighten listeners regarding the world of software development, the reasons for implementing software changes and why it's not as easy as people may think. And while doing so, the pair attempt to arm their readers with a variety of change literature that will have them thinking of containers, systems and exchanges in a whole new light. Show Notes Change is complex Re...2019-10-1700 min

Programming LeadershipThe Importance of Trust and Communication with Tim OttingerOn today's episode of Programming Leadership, we dive into what is needed to establish safety in your own organization. Trust is just one of the key pieces that make up the structure of safety in a work environment, along with actual physical measures, active communication, and regular feedback. The people who make up your organization are an integral part of the safety structure. An exchange of ideas and criticisms between subordinates and superiors should be shared, but boundaries must be in place and commonly known in order for these exchanges to occur safely and effectively. Utilizing all of these...2019-10-1000 min

Programming LeadershipInvesting in the Long Game with Reuven LernerTraining, done properly, is a specialized type of learning that companies can use as an investment in their personnel or as a box that gets ticked off each year as mandatory practice. What are some of the best practices for training? How can employees prepare to learn? Show Notes I think that good training and good learning go hand in hand Nowadays there's a whole host of different options for every technology. I think it's also healthy for an organization to say, "We're investing in you. We want you to learn these things even if there's...2019-10-0300 min

Programming LeadershipA First Team MindsetWhen you as the manager treat your peers, other managers in the organizations as your first team, it changes your stance. It changes the way you work. It creates intentionally a set of allies you can problem-solve, people problem-solve with, people you can collaborate with. This is a little bit different idea than my first team of the people that work for me. Instead, your first team becomes those other engineering managers, directors, VPs, whatever it is, those peers, those all-important peer relationships that are so, so vital to cross-team, cross-silo and cross-departmental work. Show Notes ...2019-09-2600 min

Programming LeadershipLearning to Handle UncertaintyDoes project work feel like a guessing game? What happens when projects go off track, and how can this affect customer relationships? Better yet, how can we navigate uncertainty when we estimate and plan -- but things still go wrong? Standing in uncertainty, learning to handle it, and living in inquiry are topics of discussion in this episode. Show Notes We're going to talk about the idea of being able to hold uncertainty in our mind, start to get comfortable with it, and some mental tools and patterns of how to handle When we find ourselves u...2019-09-1900 min

Programming LeadershipManaging to Solve An Elegant Puzzle with Will LarsonAt Stripe, guest Will Larson received his first official management training by an employer. It taught him about different management styles, problem solving, and more. But most employees don’t get management training, which can cause problems down the road. Marcus and Will discuss this, plus what it takes to handle leadership roles. Show Notes Most coders don’t aspire to be managers “there's that idea that really if you think about the consequences and the kind of statefulness of these human systems that you're working with, you can come to understand them in a way that yo...2019-09-1200 min

Programming LeadershipMonkeys and Rocks with Matt GreenbergIf a friend asks you to help them move something heavy, like a rock, you probably wouldn’t think twice. But if they asked you to take care of their pet monkey… That’s the beginning of our chat with Matt Greenberg, Vice President of Engineering at Credit Karma, who compares problems of various types and sizes to monkeys and rocks. The goal of effective leaders should be to break down bigger problems into smaller ones, going from monkey-sized problems to smaller, rock-sized ones. Show Notes Framing problems as monkeys -- vs rocks It's not easy once a...2019-09-0500 min

Programming LeadershipDynamic Reteaming with Heidi HelfandThe only constant is change, and Heidi Helfand knows a thing or two about changes in organizations. From reteamining to reorganizations to just shuffling a member or two, in this episode we’ll learn how to think about these inevitable changes and what to do when they happen. Show Notes What are some of the kinds of change that a team might undergo? Dynamic reteaming comes in these five structural patterns The metaphor of the eco-cycle Different types of mentoring What does it mean to have a “successful” team? Inner and outer roles A recipe for diseng...2019-08-2900 min

Programming LeadershipPutting the Emotion Into EQ with Etienne de BruinEmotional intelligence is essential to good leadership, but many CTO’s stress the importance of IQ instead. To move from contributor to manager, it’s a good idea to invest the time to explore EQ, as well as personality profiles to better understand how to manage people. Show Notes Managing expectations Emotional Intelligence 2.0 DISC profiles Avoidance and collaboration Dealing with conflict Real leadership It takes practice to change old habits Links: https://7ctos.com HumbleDot 2019-08-2200 min

Programming LeadershipThe Importance of Proper FeedbackDo people really crave feedback? That’s the assumption a lot of managers make, so in this episode we’ll talk about what feedback really means and how you can give it in a meaningful, productive manner. Show Notes What is the history of feedback? Your output becomes their input The limits of perception Using attention properly Your people are NOT rose bushes Keeping things positive Links: Sponsor: GitPrime 2019-08-1500 min

Programming LeadershipLessons Learned on the Path to Managing with Amy Phillips and Aaron RandallIn this episode, we’re talking to Amy Phillips and Aaron Randall (CTO of Songkick) about the path from programmer to manager. How did they get there, what did they learn, and what can you learn from their experiences? Show Notes What lessons were learned in the early phases of their careers? How do you change when the industry changes? The importance of having difficult conversations You can’t know all the answers Finding balance On peers, managers, and building a support network Promoting transparency, and open communication Prioritization and letting things go Links: Sponso...2019-08-0800 min

Programming LeadershipAuthentic FeedbackWe’ve all experienced feedback that was unhelpful - but why was it that way? Supervisors want to motivate us, and bring out our best, but perhaps they don’t always think about the feedback they’re giving. Is it really helpful? Is it addressing the real problem? What’s the context? In this episode, we’ll look at how our perceptions can change how we respond, and why authentic feedback is genuinely helpful. Show Notes Sometimes we ascribe motivations that aren’t there, causing us to provide feedback based on incorrect assumptions. A fundamental human trait is see...2019-08-0100 min

Programming LeadershipThere’s Always More InformationBreaking a problem down can help you see it more clearly, and attack the issues wrapped up in that problem more effectively. Sometimes we tackle problems that are large or connected to other issues, and it can be helpful to take a step back, consider other perspectives, get more information, and try breaking things down and solving each issue individually. Show Notes There’s always more information. Consider more sources of information. Challenge your assumptions, and try to integrate different points of view. Who are we not talking to? What are we not considering? Often the so...2019-07-2500 min

Programming LeadershipMotivation is NaN (Not a Number)What motivates your programmers? In this episode, Marcus looks at the various factors that impact motivation, and why one of his engineers just wasn’t grooving on a project. Chances are you’ve got teammates who feel the same way. Guess what? It’s not that they’re lacking in motivation, it’s that they’re no longer motivated by what’s being given to them. Show Notes People ARE motivated, that’s why you hired them. They lose some of that when they aren’t given new challenges. Is it wise to allow risks just so you can keep peo...2019-07-1800 min

Programming LeadershipHow Buffer.com Develops Engineering Leadership Skills From Day 1 With Katie WomersleyThere is an inherent difference between leaders and managers that is often overlooked. While most think that leaders are “born,” Katie Womersley, VP of Engineering at Buffer, disagrees. Leaders and managers both require skills that can be taught, and developing those employees from within the company can be the most timely and economically efficient way to do so. We also discuss the perception of status, authority, and vulnerability with the workplace. Show Notes What is Buffer? Leaders vs. Managers Setting expectations for leadership growth Questions that threaten authority status Perception management and vulnerability Levels of career fram...2019-07-1100 min

Programming LeadershipImagine the Possibilities: How to Break Ties That Hinder Our PotentialOften times people find themselves in a place where they feel trapped or stagnant in their lives. It can be trapped in a job or in a relationship and making a change may not always be the easiest thing to do. Because we are human, we find ourselves in situations where it is hard to leave or change because we are connected to people, systems or organizations. In this episode of Programming Leadership, Jessica Kerr joins me to talk about the complex topic of moving out of stagnation and into new possibilities. We also cover some mechanisms fo...2019-07-0400 min

Programming LeadershipUsing Performance Improvement Plans the Right WayPerformance improvement plans (PIP) are difficult not just for the employee receiving the plan but also for the boss and others in upper management deciding to implement one. It’s easy for the employee to be upset or angry when put on a PIP but if used correctly, they can be a valuable tool for improving performance and building trust. In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus talks through a tough human resources topic and provides perspectives from both the employee and management as well as pointers on how to effectively use PIPs. Show Notes Performance Im...2019-06-2700 min

Programming LeadershipFrom Engineer to Executive: An Interview with Eric Muntz of MailChimpIf you’ve ever wondered about what it could look like to go from being an engineer to the senior executive level of your company, you won’t want to miss this episode. This week on the Programming Leadership podcast, Marcus interviews Eric Muntz, the Senior Vice President of Engineering at MailChimp. They discuss Eric’s career shifts as well as the challenges and lessons he’s learned along the way. Show Notes One of the first lessons Eric learned in management was how to listen well. It’s about waiting to jump in before you speak and...2019-06-2000 min

Programming LeadershipGetting to Know You - The Key to Successful LeadershipGood leadership looks like a flock of birds. That doesn’t mean everyone on the team has to dress in feathers, rather it means leadership is dynamic, shifting, and also tight-knit. In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus talks about what it takes to be a good leader and provides real solutions on how to build trust and gain feedback from your team. Show Notes Being a young leader over a team with more experience requires emotional intelligence and collaboration in order to build trust and confidence. Truly get to know your employees. It helps build tr...2019-06-1300 min

Programming LeadershipCommunication 101: Be Clear and DirectEpisode Description Have you ever wondered why people can't just be clear and direct? In this episode of the Programming Leadership podcast, we're going to discuss this problem, identify some possible root causes, and learn how we can be more simple and clear in our communications. Show Notes When you become a manager, you may find yourself using jargon without much forethought. Don't let yourself go there. You're only puffing yourself up and making your communications less clear. In conflict, incongruence tends to occur. This is when our insides don't match our o...2019-06-0600 min

Programming LeadershipTransitioning to Management with ConfidenceThis week, we’re talking about the programmer to manager to leader transition. What makes this transition hard? Is it possible to become a manager if you’re lacking good role models? How do you really become the leader you want to be proud of? Tune in to find answers to these questions and more. Show Notes Why is the programmer to manager to leader transition hard? For starters, you’re no longer “just” coding, so it feels like you’re leaving something you love. It’s also difficult to envision the transition, especially if you haven't had go...2019-05-3000 min

Programming LeadershipA Star is LearnedTiger Woods wasn’t born golfing. He did spend time, lots of time, practicing and he became good at it. People have inherent traits but being good at something takes time, effort, and practice. In this episode of Programming Leadership, Marcus talks about the importance of not solely focusing on things that people are naturally good at. It’s important to branch out of our comfort zones and learn new skills and is it only with practice and learning that we become better at those skills. And through trials and tribulations we ultimately find what we like to do and w...2019-05-2300 min

Programming LeadershipGetting Real. Establishing Realistic Expectations for Yourself and Your TeamIt’s a fact of life that people are imperfect, so why do we try as coders to be perfect in our jobs? It’s just not feasible nor rational. This episode of Programming Leadership sheds light on the unrealistic expectations that clients, bosses and ourselves set because we strive to be perfect in an imperfect world. Programmers need to set realistic goals with their bosses, teams and with themselves. It’s only when we get real, do real results happen. Show Notes Leadership is creating an environment where everyone can contribute. We can’t say yes to s...2019-05-1600 min

Programming LeadershipSo, What Is Leadership, Really?This week on the Programming Leadership podcast, we’re diving into the theories and definitions of what leadership means and looks like (and even what it doesn’t look like)! Even if you wouldn’t call yourself a “natural born” leader, Marcus encourages you to remember that leadership is a process, requires learned skills and everyone has the building blocks to become a great leader. So, what are you waiting for? Tune in to find out how you can start building your leadership skills today. Show Notes Leadership is a process, something we can improve over time as th...2019-05-0900 min

Programming LeadershipManaging vs. Leading: What’s the Difference?This week on the Programming Leadership podcast, host Marcus Blankenship shares his core beliefs about what it truly means to be a manager. He discusses the differences between the management and leadership and highlights key aspects of leadership that inspires anyone, regardless of job title or natural born talents, to step up and lead with confidence. Show Notes It’s important to find out what it takes to be a great leader, even if you never get promoted to manager. And that’s exactly what the the Programming Leadership podcast will help you figure out. Management is a...2019-05-0200 min

Programming LeadershipMe, a Manager?Welcome to the Programming Leadership podcast! In this episode, you’ll meet the host, Marcus Blankenship, as he introduces his passion for helping programmers navigate transitions. After all, most engineers don’t plan on becoming managers. So whether you’re a new programmer, you’re on the management track, or if you’ve been a manager for years, be sure to tune in as Marcus will help prepare you to not become just a manager, but how to truly become a great leader. Show Notes For Marcus, his steps of going from programmer to manager, manager to leader...2019-04-2900 min

Legacy Code RocksTechnical Leadership with Marcus BlankenshipMarcus Blankenship is a technical leadership author, coach and speaker, helping great programmers and coders to become great tech leaders of the future. He is the author of the book “Habits That Ruin Your Technical Team: Pitfalls and Solutions for Technical Managers”. Marcus tells us what technical leadership is and how technical-experts-turn-leaders can fight their impulses to resolve problems themselves and start empowering their teams to resolve them instead. After you finish with the episode, check out Marcus’s web site at https://marcusblankenship.com/ where you will find plethora of resources and workshops.2019-03-2647 min

Level Up Your Course Podcast with Janelle Allen: Create Online Courses that Change LivesLUYC 072: Marcus Blankenship on Teaching LeadershipHello everybody! Marcus Blankenship joins us on the show today. Marcus helps coders become solid leaders and build high-performing teams; he’s also the author of Habits that Ruin Your Technical Team. We’re going to talk about his new course, Software Leader Seminar, and his insights on how to be an effective Tech Leader. When you are leading experts: get out of the way and empower your team to make decisions Episode Quotes "It's about creating a team and an environment that's safe enough where everyone can really contribute." &q...2018-11-2800 min $cto.coffee - Let\'s talk humans & tech$ cto.coffee - Let's talk humans & techEpisode 05 - "Engineering Management" with Marcus BlankenshipMarcus Blankenship, long-time management and leadership coach, agreed to join me for a chat about Engineering Management. About 'management as a profession and leadership as a skill' and to discuss the shift in Engineering Management over the last years, what this new or not-so-new kind of Engineering Management is, what it's practices are and some opinions and pointers where it's coming from.2018-11-2500 min

Creating Zeal PodcastMarcus Blankenship - Coach of Tech LeadsMarcus has established himself as a go-to coach for tech team leads for organizations of all sizes. We at Zeal have learned a lot from Marcus over the years and lean on him for counsel often. We are excited to introduce you to him if you are just now discovering Marcus.Featured Links:Marcus Blankenship: https://www.marcusblankenship.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/justzerosFramework: https://marcusblankenship.com/one-on-one-framework 2018-11-1330 min

Greater Than Code103: The Org You Were Born Into with Marcus Blankenship01:12 – Marcus’ Superpower: Helping Engineers Become Good Bosses 02:30 – Bosses Who Don’t Wanna Boss: Ending Up in Management The Peter Principle 10:37 – Are there people who just aren’t cut out for management or leadership? 14:20 – Applying Rationality to Organizations 20:23 – Alignment Not Agreement 24:52 – Is there a safe way to try and fail at management? Trying on Hats Ruby For Good 31:16 – What does “BOSS” mean? Outliers: The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell 36:03 – The Up/Down of the Hierarchy Metaphors We Live By Humble Inqu...2018-10-311h 07

Software Process and Measurement CastMarcus Blankenship Discusses Teams Are At The Core of DeliveryShow 500! SPaMCAST 001 went live on Sunday January 28, 2007 at 9:28 PM - it has been a great journey from then to now! The first interview was a two-parter with Will McKnight. Give it a listen at . Show 500, SPaMCAST 500, Episode 500, #500 (I will probably say that 500 more times this week) features our interview with Marcus Blankenship. Marcus and I talked teams and what makes a team good. We also discussed who owns the behaviors and values of a team. Team are core to most software development, enhancements, and maintenance. Understanding how teams work and how to make them work better makes ABSOLUTE sense. Marcus provide...2018-06-2435 min

The Productize Podcast[28] Niching Down & Positioning a Coaching Business w/ Marcus BlankenshipMarcus Blankenship is a coach of managers of technical teams. What I love about Marcus is how much he was able to focus so squarely in a niche within a niche. He is a manager expert but he’s focused on those who find themselves managing technical teams or have been bumped up from being a developer into managing roles. He identified the pain-points, the challenges, the transitions that that type of person needs to go through, and he built a very successful coaching business out of that. We talk about personal branding, content marketing, positioning, and tips about ma...2017-08-1645 min

Build a Better Agency PodcastEpisode 78: How to Get Your Team to Work Well Together, with Marcus Blankenship.Marcus Blankenship is a management consultant, trainer and executive coach for software managers and leaders. He helps companies hire the right people, create the right culture, and set up the right process which achieves their goals. Managing a team isn’t something learned in college. In fact, his clients often tell him “I never prepared for this role, I always focused on doing the work.” If you’re ready to improve your leadership, process and team then you need to know Marcus. What you’ll learn about in this episode: Why you must identify your high and low per...2017-04-0342 min

Simple Programmer Podcast416 7 Habits That Ruin Your Technical Team (With Marcus Blankenship) - Simple Programmer Podcast Technical leads and managers work hard to hire the best people, choose the best tools, implement the best process, and deliver great software. Unfortunately, our actions too often sabotage our best efforts, producing frustrated teams, poor software quality and driving away our best developers. It happens to a lot of us but, fortunately, we have some strategies to teach you that can greatly reduce the amount of damage caused by these mistakes. In today's webinar I've teamed up with Marcus Blankenship, a recurring guest of this channel. We wll discuss all the...2017-03-301h 02

Cliff Notes Podcast: Lead manufacturingMarcus Blankenship leading engineering teamMarcus Blankenship, Management consultant, trainer and executive coach for software managers and leaders. He helps you hire the right people, create the right culture, and set up the right process which achieves your goals. Read more at http://marcusblankenship.com Contact: https://holdingbay.co.uk/contact-us/ Tweet: https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod/ This episode of Cliff Notes: Ask a leader Podcast founder of Holdingbay and host Tristan Bailey talks to Marcus Blankenship about his career with 14 years in Jeld-Wen, International manufacturers of doors, windows. Building internal management software, and rise from a...2016-11-1422 min

All JavaScript Podcasts by Devchat.tv207 JSJ Growing Happy Developers with Marcus Blankenship02:51 - Marcus Blankenship Introduction Twitter Blog 03:09 - Panelist Worst Boss Experiences 13:06 - Developer Anarchy vs Having a Hierarchy SE-Radio Episode 253: Fred George on Developer Anarchy The Valve Playbook 20:57 - Transitioning Managers Impostor Syndrome 26:05 - Manager Influence 28:33 - Management vs Leadership Leader-Member Exchange Theory 34:37 - Interpersonal Relationships and Happiness 38:24 - What kind of feedback do managers want from their employees? Timesheets 46:17 - Am I manager material? Am I ready to go into management? 48:06 - Following a Technical Track 51:55 - Why...2016-04-131h 02

JavaScript Jabber207 JSJ Growing Happy Developers with Marcus Blankenship02:51 - Marcus Blankenship IntroductionTwitter Blog03:09 - Panelist Worst Boss Experiences13:06 - Developer Anarchy vs Having a HierarchySE-Radio Episode 253: Fred George on Developer AnarchyThe Valve Playbook20:57 - Transitioning ManagersImpostor Syndrome26:05 - Manager Influence28:33 - Management vs LeadershipLeader-Member Exchange Theory 34:37 - Interpersonal Relationships and Happiness38:24 - What kind of feedback do managers want from their employees?Timesheets46:17 - Am I manager material? Am I ready to go into management?48:06 - Following a Technical Track51:55 - Why would anyone ever want to be a department manager?Picks A Plain English Guide to JavaScript Prototypes (Aimee) Oatmega (Aimee) Luck by Tom Vek (Ja...2016-04-131h 02

Ruby Rogues240 RR What Makes a Good Manager with Marcus Blankenship02:05 - Marcus Blankenship IntroductionTwitter Blog02:52 - Pain and Difficulties of Moving From Programming to ManagementIdentityCredibility10:50 - Image and Identity (Cont’d)ExpectationsRole Models19:16 - Management; Making the Move to ManagementAikido“Everybody deserves a good manager.”23:37 - How do you know if you have a bad manager?27:13 - Feedback; Tone of Communication33:54 - What should you do when you get promoted to a management position?Nix Production Code TasksMeet with Your People (Give Feedback) One-on-one Meetings with Team MembersZero Surprises Evaluation PolicyEvaluation FormsGoals and IncentivesReviews for Self-ReflectionGet Your Own Feedback48:25 - How do you know you are doing a good job?Skip-Level...2015-12-301h 02 $The Freelancers\' Show$ The Freelancers' Show176 FS Leadership and Management with Marcus Blankenship00:52 - Marcus Blankenship Introduction Twitter Blog 01:38 - Moving Towards Management Having Difficult Conversations/Don’t Hire Friends or Family 09:12 - Firing/Letting People Go ABC = Always Be Communicating 20:04 - Growing your business doesn’t always mean hiring more people. Being the “Lone Wolf” or “Small Pack” 26:16 - Quality Control 28:33 - How do you find, hire, and keep good people? Try Before You Buy 30:52 - Trust and Communication “Self-Managing Individuals” 48:26 - Checking In and Setting Milestones Picks Drip (Jonathan)100 Percent Up Front (Jonathan)Peopleware: Productive Projects and Teams by Tom DeMarco (Reuven)MONEY Master the Game: 7 Simple Steps to Financial Fre...2015-11-051h 06

Simple Programmer PodcastSimple Programmer Podcast 029: Marcus Blankenship Quit His Job (And You Can Too)In this interview, Marcus Blankenship talks about quitting his job and how you can do it too.2015-07-1538 min

Double Your Freelancing PodcastEpisode 29: Marcus Blankenship on Managing SubcontractorsThis is the Business of Freelancing Podcast, Episode 29. Today we’ll discuss a number of thoughts related to hiring subcontractors. My guest is coach, advisor, project manager and author Marcus Blankenship. If you’ve ever found yourself in the position of needing to hire and manage others, then this podcast will definitely resonate. I’m very close to launching my new daily question and answer podcast/YouTube show, called Freelance Answers. This will be a great way to share the questions that a lot of you have asked and delve into a variety of topics that come up in...2015-06-2952 min