Jonathan Raymond

Jonathan Raymond, founder of Refound and author of *Good Authority*, offers insightful strategies for aligning employees with their roles. He discusses the importance of clarity in job responsibilities and how depersonalizing roles can facilitate better communication. Listeners will learn about four key questions to enhance alignment conversations, the significance of defining role purposes, and the connection between employee engagement and business outcomes. Raymond also shares concepts to foster accountability and create a more people-first organizational culture.

How do you have an effective performance conversation during a pandemic? Jonathan Raymond (@jonathanrefound) will introduce us to a super-easy to use and effective framework to provide critical feedback. You’ll learn how to apply the framework using real community challenges and tease out the actual language you can directly use to initiate those conversations.“That's what feedback is about. It's not to correct the mistake, it's to start a conversation.” JONATHAN RAYMOND - Author of “Good Authority”, Founder & CEO @ RefoundJonathan spent 20 years building careers in business development and personal growth before figuring out a way to bring them together. He advises CEOs and organizational leaders on how to create a people-first culture that drives results. Refound works with organizations going through dynamic change, from Fortune 100 companies like Panasonic and McKesson to tech startups. Jonathan loves being a dad to two girls, surfing, and yoga. He also has a surprisingly good jump shot. SHOWNOTESWhat to do when someone on your team is obviously less productive (1:17)Why people are afraid to give critical feedback and what makes it hard (6:01)What is “The Accountability Dial?” (9:06)How you can open a feedback conversation using “The Mention” (11:04)Understanding the reality of where people are at and how you can move forward using “The Mention” during this pandemic. (17:21)The right time to deliver critical feedback effectively. (23:06)What happens if the first feedback conversation doesn’t work? Reopen it by applying “The Invitation” (30:41)Signs you know your feedback is working. (33:04)How to have a performance conversation during the pandemic by applying “The Mention” & “The Invitation” (36:39)Introducing the other stages of “The Accountability Dial” (42:50)How to increase team morale and give positive feedback using “The Accountability Dial” (53:34)How to create an environment where feedback goes both ways between manager and employee. (55:04) Join our community of software engineering leaders @ sfelc.com  

In this discussion, Jonathan Raymond, founder of Refound and Ren AI, emphasizes the shift from transactional to relational leadership. He explores the importance of emotional intelligence in an age dominated by AI. Jonathan argues that the key to effective leadership lies in building deeper connections and fostering accountability without fear. He also highlights the dangers of micromanagement fueled by excessive detail and encourages leaders to embrace vulnerability for personal development. Overall, it’s a compelling conversation about enhancing workplace relationships.

Jonathan Raymond, founder of Refound, shares the 5 steps of the 'Accountability Dial' - from 'The Mention' to 'The Limit'. He emphasizes the importance of personal caring for effective accountability. Micromanagement focuses on tasks, but accountability focuses on relationships and growth through productive discomfort. He teaches a common language around accountability that works for almost everyone.

Join Jonathan Raymond, founder of Refound and author of *Good Authority*, as he explores the art of effective one-on-ones. He emphasizes the necessity of starting with the role's purpose to align expectations and cultivate personal growth. Jonathan unveils the power of curiosity and thoughtful questions to transform employee engagement. He also discusses the balance between frequency and duration of meetings, aiming for meaningful interactions that enhance trust and retention. Elevate your managerial approach with practical insights from this enlightening conversation!