
Leading Beyond Any Title
Leading Beyond Any Title - from the Corporate Training team at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) brings you quick lessons and conversations about timely and topical leadership challenges. You'll leave with 1 BIG IDEA, 2 Applied Strategies, and 3 Questions to consider that can help enhance your leadership that very day.
Latest episodes

Dec 11, 2023 • 47min
Leading Beyond Any Title: Propel Your Team to Success
Discover how leaders can truly unlock their team's potential by empowering individuals and fostering self-awareness. Explore the importance of feedback and collaboration to create a psychologically safe environment. Learn strategies for navigating dominant personalities in meetings while promoting open communication. Delve into aligning team members' strengths with their tasks to boost engagement. Plus, uncover ways to overcome mental barriers that hinder progress and celebrate achievements together!

Nov 29, 2023 • 9min
Leader Lesson: Performance Management
Explore how traditional performance reviews fall short and why regular check-ins are essential for a supportive workplace. Discover the power of ongoing dialogue to preempt larger issues and help employees voice their needs. Delve into the balance between emotion and intention in performance conversations, as well as strategies to bring clarity and reduce uncertainty among team members. This engaging discussion offers valuable insights for both new and seasoned leaders looking to enhance their performance management strategies.

Nov 24, 2023 • 46min
Leading Beyond Any Title: Performance Management Revisited
Jennie Gilbert, an expert in corporate training and performance management, teams up with industry innovator Craig to challenge outdated performance management practices. They discuss the pitfalls of traditional annual reviews, advocating for continuous, meaningful conversations that prioritize employee strengths. The duo emphasizes the need for clear expectations and supportive communication, suggesting a collaborative approach that fosters engagement and aligns individual motivation with organizational goals, revolutionizing how leaders and employees interact.

Nov 1, 2023 • 49min
Leading Beyond Any Title: Psychological Safety
Discover the secrets to unlocking team success through psychological safety. Explore how open communication and addressing underlying issues can foster collaboration and innovation. Learn the delicate balance between achieving results and maintaining a supportive environment. Delve into the significance of healthy dissent and the role of failure in promoting a learning culture. Gain practical strategies to encourage reflection and inclusivity, ensuring every voice is heard without fear.

Oct 27, 2023 • 47min
Leading Beyond Any Title: Team Confidence
Discover the keys to unlocking team success through trust and synergy. Explore how individual confidence significantly boosts team dynamics and cohesion. Learn innovative strategies for building connections in remote work settings. Delve into the complexities of team dynamics, including the impact of confidence levels on morale. Celebrate achievements, however small, and foster open communication to enhance relationships. Emphasizing unique individual contributions, the conversation highlights the power of supportive networks in achieving collective goals.

Oct 19, 2023 • 49min
Leading Beyond Any Title: Digital Intelligence
This podcast dives into the essential skills for leadership in a digital era. It emphasizes shifting from traditional performance metrics to fostering creativity and psychological safety in remote environments. The hosts discuss the need for cross-departmental collaboration to overcome tech integration challenges and advocate for dedicated thinking time to spark innovation. They highlight redefining performance evaluations to focus on individual contributions and the importance of open dialogue within teams to build trust and collaboration.

Oct 19, 2023 • 45min
Leading Beyond Any Title: Recognition and Rewards
Unlocking discretionary effort can boost team performance without extra costs. Explore the unique challenges of employee recognition across sectors, emphasizing intrinsic motivation. Simple gestures, like appreciating team members, can significantly elevate motivation. Personalized recognition fosters genuine connections and psychological safety. Introducing gratitude practices in meetings transforms team dynamics. Discover strategies to enhance relationships through positive interactions and effective acknowledgment, creating a culture of appreciation.

Oct 19, 2023 • 50min
Leading Beyond Any Title: Leaders Mindset
The hosts dive into the complexities leaders face in today’s dynamic environment. They introduce the PAIR framework to navigate challenges while emphasizing the need for self-care and transparent communication. Discussions on managing team energy amidst fatigue reveal key strategies for engagement. Addressing polarizing issues like workplace vaccinations showcases the importance of curiosity in leadership. Finally, insights on team dynamics in a hybrid work setting provide actionable tips for maintaining productivity.

Oct 19, 2023 • 49min
Leading Beyond Any Title: Adaptability
The hosts delve into adaptability intelligence and its significance in our rapidly changing world. They explore the challenges of modern work environments and the need to transform outdated performance practices. Leadership during transitions is highlighted, emphasizing clear communication and personalized support for teams. The podcast also discusses the importance of empathy in leadership and strategies to foster open dialogue. Lastly, it examines trust in hybrid settings, offering practical insights for leaders navigating uncertainty.

Oct 19, 2023 • 55min
Leading Beyond Any Title: Performance Management
Exploring the pitfalls of annual appraisals, the hosts argue for a more nuanced view of performance management. They emphasize the balance between results and ethical processes, advocating for accountability and effective communication. The conversation shifts to the importance of intrinsic motivation and ongoing dialogue to boost team engagement. They also discuss adapting roles within a team and fostering collaborative performance conversations. Overall, it's a call for a future-focused and inclusive approach to managing performance.