Teamwork - A Better Way

Have you ever wondered why some teams seem to click while others struggle to come together? In this conversation we'll talk about how our brains are wired to create a sense of belonging, camaraderie, and feel like we are a part of something special. Michael Liebowitz will share specific insights into how to create your company culture, how to hire personalities that will want to come together, and how to organize teams that work together.

Many teams are functioning under extreme stress and pressure. What can team leaders do to help their teams thrive in these conditions? Hosts Christian Napier and Spencer Horn interview special guest Jodi Brown, a brain tumor survivor, professional speaker, author, consultant, & coach. Jodi empowers corporate teams and individuals to increase their capability to thrive, discover and rise to their purpose, improve interpersonal interactions, and amplify their influence. She also trains teams to be true collaborators, not just teammates. She will share her experience to help your team become anti-fragile.

9 out of 10 people trust what people say about a business more than what the business says about itself. Hosts Christian Napier and Spencer Horn discuss new, innovative ways for organizations to request, receive, curate and publish video testimonials, client feedback, key learnings and more.

When it comes to the future of work, there is a big gap between the expectations of leaders and those they lead. According to a shocking study released by McKinsey, 75% of employees saw hybrid as permanent with adaptations. However, 75% of leadership believed the exact opposite. Do you think business operations will go back to "normal" or will they fundamentally change? Is your leadership focused on the "ceremonial" or the "significant?" Join Christian Napier and Spencer Horn as they discuss this timely topic.

Introverts thrive professionally in high teamwork environments. If you enjoy going to movies and restaurants alone...If you find that after meeting with a group of people for work, a party, or any gathering makes you feel like you want to take a nap...If you would rather listen than talk...you may be an introvert. Knowing whether you are an introvert or an extrovert is very helpful. It will help you to know how perform your best. It will help you as you collaborate in teams. Christian Napier and Spencer Horn are joined by expert introvert, CIO, and CTO, Quinn Jones. They discuss how to succeed as an introvert in a team environment.

LinkedIn and social media are an indispensable tool in your team development and performance toolkit! These tools offer incredible opportunities to connect, increase brand awareness, and reach more people through thought-leadership, advice and social conversation. Top social media and communication expert Richard Bliss will demonstrate how executives must master communication tools to effectively lead 21st-century organizations. Please join Spencer Horn and Christian Napier Friday on the TeamWork A Better Way podcast for this special and eye opening episode.

Many professionals are doing more and more with less and less today. Organizations are often short staffed as demand has increased, which has led to stress and burnout. Christian Napier and Spencer Horn host special guest Amy Murray to discuss how to reduce the burnout through a process which increases productivity and satisfaction. Amy has experience in the major event space and has produced events for the Super Bowl, European Games, and worked with Global 500 organizations like Nike, McDonald's and Disney.

Christian Napier and Spencer Horn host special guest Theresa Walsh-Arietta. She is a CPA and runs the Project Management Practice for Robert Half in the San Francisco Bay Area. She calls on her 28 years of professional experience to share how she builds teamwork working with global projects and remote contractors.

During the great resignation, many people who have become frustrated with conditions at work have turned to side hustles. If they are not careful, they can become victims of unethical people promising opportunities in direct sales. This is an industry that can be a great opportunity for entrepreneurs. Leta shares her experience how she was able to receive passive income while helping her husband recover from a horrific accident. Leta shares how to make informed decisions about direct sales opportunities. She ties in the concepts of sustainable teamwork based on ethical behavior and trust. These behaviors in her opinion are indispensable fundamentals of "hotness."

Talent attraction is a key component of team performance. Quality leadership is in high demand and short supply. Our special guest Bill Humbert has 40 years of professional talent attraction experience. He joins hosts Spencer Horn and Christian Napier on the TeamWork a Better Way Podcast, to share a better process to attract top talent.