At The Table with Patrick Lencioni

Discover the intriguing debate about robot CEOs versus human leaders, emphasizing the irreplaceable role of emotional intelligence. Explore how genuine emotional expression fosters loyalty and team dynamics in the workplace. Enjoy a lighthearted discussion around creative rapper names for colleagues, illustrating the link between emotional awareness and collaboration. Dive into real-world examples that showcase the impact of emotional engagement on organizational culture. Authentic leadership shines as a key theme, resonating with the aspirations of younger generations.

Learn how to improve your meetings by applying secrets from screenwriters and film directors. Discover the importance of conflict, tension, and engaging introductions. Get tips on enhancing teamwork, empowering reads, and overcoming obstacles. Find out how to boost employee engagement and learn from Trader Joe's exceptional service.

Pat and Cody introduce a new segment about the intersection between two of their favorite topics: organizational culture and sports. They take on some of the week’s top sports stories and provide insights as they relate to teamwork, leadership, and culture.

Job misery is a growing concern, but there's a simple antidote! Discover how personal connections between managers and employees can transform workplace culture. The power of storytelling is explored, highlighting its role in leadership dynamics. Practical tips for meaningful conversations help managers foster honesty and vulnerability. Strategies for enhancing collaboration and navigating team challenges provide managers with tools to create an engaging environment. Emotional intelligence and recognition emerge as key ingredients for job satisfaction!

Pat and Cody turn the mics on to discuss Andrew Luck’s surprise retirement from the NFL and its larger implications on the culture of teamwork

Join Pat, Cody, Jeff, James, and Chris in a lively discussion on winning client loyalty through transparency, vulnerability, and authentic relationships. They share personal anecdotes, explore the benefits of 'getting naked,' and offer advice on prioritizing service to build strong client connections. The episode is sprinkled with humor and real-life examples of exceptional customer care.

The podcast discusses the importance of conflict in teams and organizations, emphasizing the benefits it brings such as depth in relationships and fostering innovation. It explores the impact of cultural nuances on conflict and personal experiences and attitudes towards conflict. The episode emphasizes the importance of healthy conflict in the workplace, highlighting the negative consequences of avoiding conflict. It also explores the upside of conflict, including deepening relationships and improving decision-making.

Pat and Cody explore why so many companies hire poorly. They present three qualities to look for in an interview that have nothing to do with technical expertise or experience, and they reveal the most dangerous hire that companies should avoid at all costs. The model referenced in the podcast can be found at: https://www.tablegroup.com/books/ideal-team-player

In this first episode, Pat and Cody discuss why the smartest companies don’t always win. He presents organizational health as the greatest competitive advantage in business and takes us back to his first job to discuss where it all started.

Sit across the table from one of the foremost experts in leadership and business. In his simple and approachable style, Pat tackles every topic related to the world of work (and some that aren’t).  From culture to family to building world-class organizations, Pat brings his wisdom, humor, and insight together to provide actionable advice for leaders everywhere.