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Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#172 - IRS vs. DOD: Diverse Strategies in Teleworking and Employee ManagementIn the latest episode of "Team Anywhere," hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into contemporary challenges in organizational cultures, specifically focusing on human-centric leadership. They discuss the contrasting telework policies of the IRS and DOD, highlighting the DOD’s push towards flexible work arrangements to attract talent and stay competitive. The episode emphasizes the need for training DOD managers in outcome-based leadership and maintaining effective communication in remote settings. The hosts also explore the implications of the IRS’s mandatory office return policy, probing its impact on work-life balance, leadership trust, and organizational culture, underpinning the vital role of h...
2024-05-1330 minTeam Anywhere Leadership Podcast#171 - The Role of Joy in Attracting and Retaining Gen Z WorkersIn this episode of Team Anywhere, hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into the increasing need for human-centric leadership, particularly for Gen Z who seek purposeful work. They highlight how 54% of Gen Z workers feel disengaged, urging leaders to infuse joy into the workplace to retain young talent. Through frameworks like Task Relevant Maturity (TRM), they explore how intentional leadership and mentoring can enhance job satisfaction and performance. The episode emphasizes cultivating a work environment where tasks are interesting, challenging, rewarding, and fun, and the importance of understanding the team needs to foster a sense of fulfillment and...
2024-04-2931 minTeam Anywhere Leadership Podcast#170 - Building Strong Culture in Hybrid Team EnvironmentsIn this episode of “Team Anywhere,” hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into the essential role of human-centric leadership in remote work. They uncover how the best remote managers serve as facilitators and coaches, nurturing environments where individuals thrive autonomously. Emphasizing the shift in workers' roles, they discuss Brett's Inspire Teams course, aimed at empowering remote team members with enhanced cultural and collaboration skills. Exploring challenges like "hybrid work friction," Brett and Mitch advocate for clear leadership strategies that align culture and responsibility, crucial in a successful remote work dynamic. Tune in for insights on navigating hybrid team mana...
2024-04-1533 minTeam Anywhere Leadership Podcast#169 - The Hybrid Work Revolution: Balancing Family, Work, and ConnectionIn this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch and Brett highlight the critical role of human-centric leadership in thriving hybrid workplaces. Brett Putter reveals how connectedness is fostered through strategic structures rather than just physical presence. Focusing on emotional proximity, they explore one-on-one meetings as a trust-building tool and the importance of managers knowing their team members' personal and professional landscapes. The episode underscores intentional engagement, celebrating "moments that matter," and understanding the human aspect of remote work. Successful hybrid strategies emphasize leaders' efforts in relationship-building, recognition, and strengthening social capital for high-performing teams.Learn more inside...
2024-04-0131 min
Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#168 - The Essentials of Trust in High-Performing Teams: A Practical GuideIn this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon interviews Greg Spira, a business advisor with Oliver White, about building trust in high-performing teams. Greg shares insights from his book, "Trust the Plan, Demand Management for Business Leaders," emphasizing the importance of trust, reliability, and predictability in team dynamics. He discusses the impact of legacy perspectives on leadership and the need for leaders to prioritize building trust in the workplace. Greg offers practical tools and examples to help leaders foster trust in virtual and hybrid work environments and highlights the essential connection between vulnerability and trust in effective human-centric...
2024-03-1129 min
Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#167 - The Competitive Edge of Shorter Work WeeksIn this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon chats with Jake Kurtz, CEO of Brick Media, about his revolutionary implementation of a 4-day workweek. Focused on human-centric leadership, Kurtz shares insights on how prioritizing employee well-being led to remarkable business growth and a happier, more committed team. This episode delves into how Brick Media's approach challenges the conventional 5-day workweek, fosters work-life balance, and positions the company as an attractive employer while maintaining client satisfaction.Learn more inside this week's Team Anywhere episode by clicking on the link below!► https://simonleadershipalliance.com/TA167-j...
2024-02-2647 min
Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#166 - How to Build Happy & Productive Remote TeamsIn this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch Simon converses with Melissa Romo, seasoned business leader and author, delving into the essential qualities of human-centric leadership for remote teams. Melissa shares insights from her book "Your Resource is Human," advocating for empathy, joy, and connection—vital elements that foster innovation and productivity remotely.She underscores the role of emotions in leadership, emphasizing emotional contagion and the value of companionate love that boosts team performance. Throughout the episode, Melissa and Mitch explore strategies for overcoming remote work challenges, showcasing the transformative power of empathetic leadership in a distributed wo...
2024-02-1234 min
Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#163 - How Inspired Teams Transformed Centura Wealth Advisory’s Company CultureIn this episode of Team Anywhere, Centura Wealth Advisory joins host Mitch Simon to share their experience with the "Inspired Teams" program and its impact on their company culture. The team at Centura discusses the importance of human-centric leadership, transparency, and open communication in creating a positive work environment.They emphasize the value of individual development, authentic conversations, and emotional intelligence in attracting and retaining top talent. The program's focus on empowering employees to take responsibility for team and company success, as well as fostering transparency and broader engagement, has led to better client outcomes and...
2023-12-2533 min
Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#162 - Figuring Out Your Next Steps: Exploring Life's Big QuestionIn this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon speaks with father and son duo, David and Colton Chorpenning, about their book "What the F is Next: The No BS Guide to Getting What You Really Want." The Chorpennings share their research-based, step-by-step process designed to help individuals identify their passions, set intentions, and achieve success in their personal and professional lives. With a focus on appreciative inquiry and intentionality, they illustrate how their process has helped individuals find clarity in their desired paths.Chapters:0:00 - Preview0:39 - Introduction1:12 - Episode Starts2:29 - What Inspired...
2023-12-1027 min
Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#160 - Building Engagement through Authentic Dialogue with EmployeesIn this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch Simon interviews Ollie Lingwood-Craddock, the CEO of Rungway, a platform that promotes effective communication and authentic dialogue in organizations. They discuss the importance of human-centric leadership and how Rungway's employee listening platform helps leaders connect with their workforce and understand what is really happening in their organization.Lingwood-Craddock emphasizes the need for leaders to step outside their normal network to gain a broader perspective and address emerging issues. The conversation explores the value of anonymity in enabling employees to share their experiences and ideas, ultimately creating a more inclusive...
2023-11-1229 min
Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#159 - Overcoming Loneliness & Building Connections in Today's WorkplaceIn this episode of Team Anywhere, we explore the power of human-centric leadership with guests Three Carpenter and Jackie Carpenter. They discuss the importance of creating a culture where individuals feel valued and connected, rather than just focusing on productivity.From improving team dynamics to fostering a sense of community, the speakers share their experiences in transforming workplace cultures. They delve into the topic of loneliness in the modern world, particularly in virtual environments, and the need for companies to address this issue. Discover the impact of human-centric leadership and how it can lead to happier...
2023-10-3032 min
Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#158 - Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Be Better CommunicatorsIn this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch Simon welcomes guest Matt Abrahams, a renowned strategic communication expert and host of the podcast "Think Fast, Talk Smart." Matt discusses his journey into the world of communication, from a 14-year-old boy facing a public speaking mishap to becoming a lecturer at Stanford's Graduate School of Business. They dive into the importance of managing anxiety in communication and how great communicators focus on serving their audience. Matt's upcoming book, "Think Faster, Talk Smarter," offers practical tips and stories to enhance communication skills. Tune in to learn how to become a more effective...
2023-10-1524 min
Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#157 - The Power of Vulnerability: Building Trust and Creating Authentic ConnectionsIn this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon explores the concept of human-centric leadership with guest Jacob Morgan. They dive into the importance of vulnerability in leadership, discussing how being genuine and authentic can build stronger connections and trust within a team. Jacob shares insights from his research and interviews with CEOs, highlighting the shift towards embracing vulnerability in the modern workplace. From climbing the vulnerability mountain to intentional sharing and building relationships, Jacob and Mitch provide practical strategies for leaders to cultivate human-centered leadership and create a more supportive and inclusive work environment. Hosted on Acast...
2023-10-0143 min
Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#155 - Redefining the Office: Balancing Remote Work Collaboration and Innovation in Modern OrganizationsIn this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon welcomes Libby Sander to discuss the importance of human-centric leadership in remote work and office environments. They explore how our physical environment impacts productivity, collaboration, and well-being, emphasizing the need for diverse and flexible workspaces. The discussion also highlights the changing expectations and priorities of today's work. The episode calls for a shift in leadership approaches and office design to meet the evolving needs of employees and create environments that foster creativity, engagement, and success as we Team Anywhere.READ THE FULL PODCAST EPISODE HERE!
2023-09-1134 min
Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#154 - Creating Inspiring Work Environments: Exploring Motivational Work DesignIn this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon is joined by David Henkin and Thomas Bertels to discuss human-centric leadership and its impact on job satisfaction and productivity. They explore the history of organizational development, highlighting the importance of meaningful work, autonomy, and knowledge of results. The speakers also delve into the challenges posed by technology and the need for self-managing teams. They emphasize the benefits of involving people from various functions and encourage managers to transition into coaching roles as we Team Anywhere!READ THE FULL PODCAST EPISODE HERE! Hosted on...
2023-09-0434 min
Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast#150 - Be Human, Lead Human: Redefining Leadership for a New Era with Dr. Jennifer NashIn this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon welcomes Dr. Jennifer Nash to discuss the importance of human-centric leadership. Dr. Nash shares her insights on understanding and valuing employees, building relationships, and creating an environment where people feel seen and appreciated. Drawing from her research and book, "Be Human, Lead Human," Dr. Nash highlights the power of empathy, authenticity, and curiosity in leadership. She emphasizes that leaders should prioritize the well-being and growth of their team members, creating a culture of trust and psychological safety. Tune in to learn how human-centric leadership can drive performance, productivity, and personal...
2023-08-0732 min
Team Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP #148: Overcoming Workaholism in the Virtual Workspace with Bryan RobinsonIn this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon sits down with guest Bryan Robinson, best-selling author of the book, Chained to the Desk (Third Edition): A Guidebook for Workaholics, Their Partners and Children, and the Clinicians Who Treat Them. Get ready to dive into the riveting world of workaholism as Bryan shares his personal journey and the detrimental effects of being chained to the desk. Discover how overworking impacts productivity, relationships, and even your health. With mind-blowing insights and practical tips, Bryan reveals the secrets to achieving work-life balance and finding fulfillment beyond the grind...
2023-07-2431 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP #101 - Team Anywhere Toolkit #2: Keys to Create A Working Environment of Empathy and Genuine ConnectionIn this special episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch and Ginny recap lessons they have learned from previous podcast guests and well-known leadership personalities, and share insights and tools that can be immediately put to use. Dubbed as the “Team Anywhere Toolkit,” this guide provides leaders with actionable items that can truly impact their organization as they team anywhere.In the second Team Anywhere Toolkit, Mitch and Ginny discussed the important tips to create a working environment of empathy and how to create genuine connection with team members. These actionable tips are based on their research data, leadership concepts deri...
2022-07-2527 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP #85: Team Anywhere Toolkit #1: Fostering A Psychologically Safe, Healthy & Human Work EnvironmentIn this special episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch and Ginny recap lessons they have learned from previous guests, and share insights and tools that can be immediately put to use. Dubbed as the “Team Anywhere Toolkit,” this guide provides leaders with actionable items that can truly impact their organization as they team anywhere.As Mitch and Ginny introduce their first-ever toolkit, they reflect on the lessons shared by David Mead (Episode #78) and Jennifer Moss (Episode #79) on being honest, humble and human, and on building social and emotional health that energizes teams through meaningful events and inclusive conversations....
2022-04-0430 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP #79: Employee Burnout is Real! - Secrets to Motivation and RetentionBurnout is real. It is officially identified by the World Health Organization as an occupational phenomenon. At the root of burnout are broken and unfair policies, and it can't be fixed by wellness and meditation practices. That's like putting a bandaid on a failed artery.In today’s podcast, we have Jennifer Moss, the author of the Burnout Epidemic and Unlocking Happiness at Work. Jennifer is an international speaker and expert on burnout and an award-winning journalist and syndicated radio columnist. If you run a company or a team, you have to listen to this podcast so yo...
2022-02-2729 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 78: The 3 Characteristics Leaders Need to Practice in Today's EnvironmentVirtual teams are becoming more and more prevalent in business today. Many companies have employees working from multiple locations. When email and video conferencing become your main modes of communication, it can be a struggle sometimes to make sure everyone is on the same page.In today's podcast, we interview leadership and culture consultant David Mead. David co-authored the book, Find Your Why, with Simon Sinek. Today we learn how leaders can build greater connections through genuine feedback, solid appreciation, and brutal responsibility while creating meaningful engagement as you Team Anywhere.Topics inside:What...
2022-02-1430 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP 77: Strategies to Keep Employees Engaged Throughout the Great ResignationThe great resignation is upon us. Workers are leaving their jobs in droves as they retool and seek lives full of passion. Leaders are left wondering what went wrong and are wondering how they can retain their employees. So what does a leader do in times like this?On today's podcast, we interview Raj Subrameyer, tech career strategist and author of Skyrocket Your Career. Raj breaks it down and offers four solutions that provide the key to keeping employees engaged. All of them are based on transparency and clear expectations.Topics inside include:Why...
2022-02-0724 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP 76: Make Memorable Team Events using Experience DesignAs team leaders, business owners and managers, we have a new responsibility when we bring our employees together and that's to make those gatherings effective, memorable, and frankly, worth the effort to drag our team members from their homes to the office. Yet there are limited resources on how to create those gatherings.On today's podcast, we interviewed a returning guest, Carolene Méli, an Experience Strategist, who has created a tool to help anyone design a gathering that your employees will never stop talking about. The tool that will help leaders Bring Back the Buzz.
2022-01-3131 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 75 How to Create Culture Change in Your CompanyOnly 15% of companies that try to make a culture change are successful. Yet culture, according to Satya Nadella at Microsoft, is the biggest predictor of future success. The main reason that culture change rarely ever works is because it's really, really hard to change. That's why if you're trying to change your culture, you'll want to read Kevin Oakes' book, "Culture Renovation: 18 Leadership Actions to Build an Unshakable Company."In today’s episode, we interview Kevin Oakes, the CEO and co-founder of the Institute for Corporate Productivity, the leading capital research company on human capital, focusing on th...
2022-01-2426 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 74 6 Practices for Leading a Remote TeamWhen it comes to gainful employment, it’s a buyers market. Power has shifted to employees and now companies require the best from their leaders to create the conditions for high engagement.In today’s episode, we interview Scott Miller, leadership expert and podcast host of FranklinCovey on Leadership with over 7 million downloads per week, and author of Wallstreet Journal Bestseller book, Everyone Deserves a Great Manager. You’re going to learn why people quit their jobs, what they are focusing on more in the post-pandemic environment, and the six critical practices for leading a team fr...
2022-01-1536 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 73 Remote Work Trends: A New Location to Team AnywhereCurrently, you can drive to the local coffee shop whenever you want and kind of get your work done. But the challenges you’ll face include noise, lack of equipment like printers and projectors, and no private meeting rooms. What if the coffee shop was set up to provide the ideal workspace that you could rent by the hour? The concept is called VEL. On today's podcast, you'll meet Mo Hamzian, CEO at VEL, a work cafe that merges the best of Starbucks and WeWork but with the price and flexibility that you need to Team any...
2022-01-1031 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 74It's a buyers market. Power has shifted to employees and now companies require the best from their managers and leaders to create the conditions for high engagement. In today’s episode we interview Scott Miller, leadership expert and podcast host of FranklinCovey on Leadership with over 7 million downloads per week and author of Wallstreet Journal Bestseller book, Everyone Deserves a Great Manager. In this episode, you’re going to learn why people quit their jobs, what they are focusing on more in the post-pandemic environment, and the six critical practices for lead...
2022-01-1036 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 72 How to Build Trust in the Hybrid Workplace through Managing ChangeIn today’s episode, we speak with Ket Patel, a certified Change Management Master Practitioner who teaches us how to build trust in the hybrid workplace through managing change. When it comes to managing change, Ket walks us through two main areas of pain when it comes to leading a team from anywhere: the people side and the technology side.Change Fatigue in a Hybrid Work EnvironmentPeople experience change fatigue when they have to take a normal habit, change that normal habit with an alternative, and then have to keep repeating the alt...
2022-01-0540 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 71 How to Give Memorable Recognition to Employees on Your Hybrid TeamWhat if you can measure team interactions and use that data to give memorable recognition and rewards to your hybrid team? What if you could build a culture that gives employees the one thing they’re begging for: consistent and authentic recognition? On this week’s podcast, we interview Dan Kasper, CEO of Wishlist, an HR tech company that focuses on engagement and culture. Wishlist is an app with both a marketplace and social media feed that allows employers and employees to give recognition and rewards that go beyond earning plaques and badges. Employees can choose...
2021-12-2736 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 70 How Diversity and Inclusion Work Improves Hybrid TeamsDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a commitment. It’s a way of being and a way of leading. It's a continual commitment to make it safer, have better conversations, deeper conversations, and continually raise awareness of the different experiences all of us are having. Today we interviewed Annemarie Shrouder, an expert on DEI shares with us how to make your organization more caring, more empathetic, and more inclusive as you Team Anywhere. Diversity & Inclusion MeaningFor business, Diversity and Inclusion is an organizational commitment to e...
2021-12-2032 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 69 What Psychological Safety looks like in a Hybrid WorkplaceSafety? Empathy? Comedy? To build thriving hybrid teams, leaders must create psychological safety, demonstrate empathy, and have a sense of humor. Discover what psychological safety looks like in a Hybrid Workplace.Today we interview returning guest and author of The Human Edge, Greg Orme. Greg teaches us what we need to know about psychological safety in the hybrid environment so we can Team Anywhere.What is Psychological SafetyPsychological Safety is the foundation of any high-performance team. This is known to be one of the biggest ideas in leadership and teams...
2021-12-1332 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 68 How a Covenant of Work Will Strengthen Your Hybrid TeamWhat if every leader in your company created a contract or a covenant that stated their obligations to their team? What if every team created a covenant where they shared their obligations as a team with their manager?Certainly, the employee working 1000s of miles from the home base would feel more taken care of since he or she would know exactly what to expect from the leader. They would also have the ability to share with their leader just how the leader is doing. On today's podcast, you will learn how a workplace covenant w...
2021-12-0633 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 67 Successful Business Leaders Make Decisions Based On Employee SupremacyWhen making strategic decisions, who's supreme? Shareholders or employees? On today's podcast, Andy Alsop, CEO of The Receptionist, shares his enthusiasm for building a truly hybrid company where the focus and attention is on prioritizing employees over shareholders. What is Employee Supremacy?Shareholder supremacy, a term coined by Milton Friedman in the 70’s and 80’s, was basically about decision making. Under shareholder supremacy, leaders are responsible for increasing the value of shares to each one of the company's investors, and every decision is based around that mission.For example, under shareholder supremacy, if you're tryin...
2021-11-2929 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 66 The Key to A Successful Hybrid Organization is Simply Being More HumanWhen it comes to business in 2021, we need to resonate on a human level. How many of us actually ask ourselves how well we are interacting and impacting other human beings? In today’s hybrid and virtual environment, creating human connections is something that must be strategically planned and measured. In today’s episode, we interview Zach Giglio, Founder, and CEO of GCM, where he creates human connections through communicating and marketing. Zach has found that companies that are leading in this new virtual and hybrid environment are clear about their identity as a company, and are deepl...
2021-11-2223 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 65 5 Elements to Focus on During A Company Culture ChangeCompany culture and change is one of the most important discussions today. With the hybrid work challenges, and as some companies work through mergers and acquisitions, leaders need to get very clear on certain elements to help build a solid foundation so that they can Team Anywhere. Today on the podcast, we interview Kim Clark Pakstys, thought leader and strategic advisor on mergers and acquisitions. Kim shares with us her experience with successful leaders who've been managing difficult mergers with patience, resilience and empathy. When two company cultures are merging, Kim shares five elements t...
2021-11-1528 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 64 Find New Ways to Communicate To Strengthen Relationships on Your Hybrid TeamThe way we communicate is more diverse than it ever has been. Or is it really? If you think about it, since the dawn of time, the two ways human beings have had to communicate are print and verbal communication. Today, we see those in perhaps newer ways through our email, chat groups and DM’s. Communication avenues haven’t changed much since the beginning, yet today, communication is getting increasingly more and more complicated. This begs the question, are these avenues we currently have truly enough to allow us to Team Anywhere?On today's podcast, we inte...
2021-11-0836 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 63 How Hybrid Leaders Make Teamwork FunThe difference between a good company and a great company.... is fun. Fun is the number one factor between the companies that made the 100 Best Companies to Work For list and those that didn’t. In the companies that made the list, 82% of the employees said that they have fun at work. Alternately, that number was closer to 60% for those companies that didn’t quite make the cut. Today on the podcast, we have Dr. Bob Nelson and Mario Tamayo, authors of Work Made Fun Gets Done. Dr. Nelson and Mario Tamayo share tips for how to make...
2021-11-0134 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 62 5 Elements Required to Prevent Business DisruptionToday we interviewed Brant Cooper, author of the newly released book Disruption Proof. Brant suggests in a time of continuous disruption, we must spend more of our time innovating in what he calls “exploration mode”. Leaders need to be more open to trying things out, experimenting, exploring and finding solutions to near-term ever-changing problems. As companies innovate, they must work towards building a “RAD” organization (Resilient, Aware, Dynamic) so that they can empower their teams, and create an organization that embraces uncertainty and agility. In a post-pandemic era leaders need to rethink their roles. Instead o...
2021-10-2534 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 61 3 Relationship-Centered Goals for Leadership Development in a Hybrid Work EnvironmentToday on the podcast, we have David Nour, a trusted adviser to global clients, corporate leaders, and rising entrepreneurs and the author of the recent book, Curve Benders. David is an expert in Relationship Economics: how to build enduring relationships that last a lifetime. Inside this episode, David shares how deepening relationships is the way to succeed in today’s distributed workplace. David proposes three relationship-centered goals for leadership development in a hybrid work environment that allow leaders to both deepen their relationships and stretch the true potential of their teams no matter where they are.
2021-10-1832 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 60 How The Post-Pandemic Workplace Creates Meaningful Gatherings in New Space DesignsThe post-pandemic workplace is not going to be like it was when you worked in the office before 2020. As companies grapple with their hybrid work plans, leaders are taking this moment to refresh and reset. Leaders need to think consciously about creating a post-pandemic workplace that creates meaningful gatherings in new space designs. In today’s episode, we interview Tracy Brower, a PhD sociologist, author and a principal with Steelcase Applied resource and consulting group. Tracy explains that instead of “getting our employees back to the office”, we need to talk about how we are going to make ou...
2021-10-1137 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 59 To Build a Hybrid Work Model, Propose Scenarios and Listen to EverybodyIn today's special episode we interview Rachel Casanova for our second round discussion on how to build a hybrid work model. Who is accountable for designing the hybrid work plan? If we leave it exclusively up to leadership, we may disenfranchise the employees and frankly, they'll leave. If we leave it up to the employees, will they have the best interests of the company in mind? Rachel recommends that this be a collaborative quest where leaders partner with their employees to come up with several possible hybrid scenarios. Companies that focus on the solutions rather than the p...
2021-10-0438 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 58 3 Steps to Create Your 2022 Strategy Despite UncertaintyMost return-to-office conversations begin with a binary perspective: are we in the office or are we out of the office? This question leads companies into discussing a hybrid strategy. But when leaders don't clearly and explicitly describe what their hybrid model will really mean and fail to create a clear strategy, they end up setting themselves up for more trouble. So is this question about “returning to the office” really the right question leaders should be asking? Tara explains that leaders need to start thinking more strategically about what they mean inside this topic.Inside this week...
2021-09-2636 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 57 How Leaders Can Actually Have an Effective Return-to-Office ConversationIn today’s episode, we interview Liane Davey, a New York Times bestselling author and contributor at the Harvard Business Review.Some of the nicest, most empathetic, most wonderful managers are making the biggest mistakes in planning their back to the office agenda. They're trying to be empathetic and nice and wonderful. They're asking their employees, “what are you thinking about return-to-office?” The only problem is that trying to be nice and fair just isn't working. How can you be fair to everyone? You can't. In the podcast that you all have been wa...
2021-09-1633 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 56 How the Pandemic is Redefining the Future of Your OrganizationIn this podcast, Renee McGowan states that success in a virtual or hybrid environment depends on getting clear on the new and ever-changing expectations of employees. Spoiler alert: if you don't find out what those expectations are, you will be toast! In today's world, you will need to master empathy, vulnerability, and even deeper levels of trust. With these new practices and a greater appreciation for agility and flexibility, you will truly succeed as you team anywhere.The level of organizational change that has occurred in this pandemic is one that will be talked about in history b...
2021-09-1437 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 55 How Hybrid Leaders & Teams Promote Inclusion in the WorkplaceHybrid work has changed the way businesses operate and radically changed the way teams operate. For many organizations, hybrid work is here to stay and a lot of industries are embracing operations in a hybrid environment. So today, there is a responsibility for those leaders and teams to figure out how they are going to operate in a hybrid environment and how to create an inclusive culture when team members are often dispersed. In today’s episode we interview Perrine Farque, Author of Inclusion: The Ultimate Secret for an Organization's Success. Perrine agrees with and shares the wor...
2021-09-0629 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 54 Successful Hybrid Teams Have More Conversations than You ThinkIn today’s episode we interview Dave McKeown, author of The Self-Evolved Leader. In this week’s episode, Dave talks about how successful hybrid teams need to have more conversations than they might think as we figure out the hybrid work environment. Additionally, Dave discusses how the pandemic shifted what leadership styles are working. The old “here’s my vision, follow me” approach no longer works as leaders are called upon to embrace the unknown and create a unified vision with their team. Successful hybrid teams will have to view the unknown future as a growth opportunity for themsel...
2021-08-3024 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 53 New Rules for Successful Hybrid TeamsThe rules have changed. What used to work for you as an employee, as a manager, or as an organization isn't going to work anymore. Today on the podcast we have Vice President of User Experience at RingCentral, Michael Peachey. Michael has been at the forefront of Human Centered Design, especially looking at how teams collaborate from anywhere. In this episode, we explore the rules that change and your new responsibilities as an organization, a team leader, a team member.If you're remote, or if you're on a hybrid team in the office, you need t...
2021-08-2236 minTeam Anywhere Leadership PodcastEP. 52 Forget the Hybrid Work Schedule and Focus on This InsteadHave you created the perfect hybrid work schedule yet? On today's episode, we interview Sam Palazzolo, Founder and Managing Director at Tip of the Spear Ventures and we learn how leaders need to be focusing more on what has worked and not worked in the past rather than their hybrid work schedules. When leaders focus on the right things, it allows space for innovation on their hybrid team. Focusing on over communication, creating a collaborative vision, increasing clarity and continuing to seek new perspectives on your business, will help you continue to lead your hybrid teams from a...
2021-08-1544 min