
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

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: 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 They explore the challenges of modern work environments and the need to transform outdated performance practices.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 • 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 • 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.

Oct 16, 2023 • 46min
Leading Beyond Any Title: The Art of Listening
Discover the transformative power of listening in leadership. Learn how effective listening techniques foster trust and collaboration within teams. Explore the contrast between 'stingy' and 'generous listening.' Dive into strategies that encourage quieter team members to participate, and enhance overall communication skills. Uncover the vital role of silence in dialogue and how curiosity can enrich conversations. Finally, find out how structured discussions can amplify productivity and create a more inclusive environment.

Oct 16, 2023 • 51min
Leading Beyond Any Title: Micromanagement
Explore the dark side of micromanagement and its detrimental effects on team dynamics. Discover how self-awareness and trust can combat controlling behaviors. Learn the importance of open-ended questions to foster collaboration and psychological safety. Delve into the balance between autonomy and structure in the workplace, and how personal circumstances affect employee needs. Gain practical strategies for managing a micromanager and improve transparency with a trust model that includes reliability and care.

Oct 16, 2023 • 49min
Leading Beyond Any Title: Creating a Culture of Feedback
Discover the shift from traditional feedback to a more constructive 'feed forward' approach. The hosts discuss the significance of collaboration and recognizing diverse perspectives in feedback conversations. They emphasize the importance of timing and context, alongside strategies to foster a culture of appreciation. With insights from companies like Netflix and Pixar, the discussion highlights creating a positive feedback culture to improve team dynamics and accountability. Tune in for tips on cultivating curiosity and active listening in leadership!
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