The Modern Manager

Learn how to navigate uncertainty at work with rituals to create stability amidst constant change. Ashley Goodall shares insights on leveraging rituals, supporting team members, and the role of language in fostering stability.

Learn how to generate buy-in and change people’s minds with Michael McQueen, a renowned speaker and bestselling author. Discover why it's harder to influence people now, the power of storytelling in persuasion, and strategies for getting buy-in from even the most stubborn colleagues.

Being a successful manager in today’s modern workplace is not a straightforward task. It requires delivering results and thinking strategically, all the while supporting team members’ growth and development. Given these demands, it’s unsurprising that professional development may not be your top priority. Today’s guest thinks otherwise–you can make professional development a habit!Today’s guest is Skot Waldron. Skot is a communication strategist, coach, podcast host, and author of the best-selling "Unlocked: A 52-Week Guide For The Intentional Leader", renowned for transforming complex communication challenges into growth opportunities. His practical strategies foster effective leadership, influence, and alignment in top-tier organizations like J.P. Morgan Chase, the CDC, and The Coca-Cola Company.In this interview, Skot and I discuss how you can integrate self-development into your daily life in manageable ways. He also shares some practical examples of going from inspiration to transformation and how you can bring that same approach to your team members.Join the conversation now!Get FREE mini-episode guides with the big idea from the week’s episode delivered to your inbox when you subscribe to my weekly email.Conversation Topics(00:00) Intro(02:44) The secret ingredient that turns information and inspiration into transformation(06:59) Structuring self-improvement for leaders(13:27) The role of responsibility vs. blame in leadership(19:39) What is the 1N=5P ratio?(23:14) How to apply the 1N=5P ratio at work(29:29) A great manager Skot has worked for(30:31) Keep up with Skot(32:07) [Extended Episode Only] How to apply Skot’s self-development approach to your team members(36:01) [Extended Episode Only] Tips on navigating team resistance to self-developmentAdditional Resources:- Get the extended episode by Joining The Modern Manager Podcast+ Community for just $15 per month- Read the full transcript here- Follow me on Instagram here - Visit my website for more here- Join the Skills Accelerator Program hereKeep up with Skot Waldron- Subscribe to Skot’s YouTube channel here- Listen to his podcast here- Connect with him on LinkedIn here- Grab a copy of his book here-Visit Skot’s website for more hereFree Sample (34 Pages) of Skot’s Book, “Unlocked”Download a PDF sample of Skot’s book, “Unlocked: A 52-Week Guide for the Intentional Leader”. In this book, Skot offers a unique system of personal transformation through small, intentional actions. His structured path to personal growth travels through 52 short chapters - each representing a week's journey - focusing on inspiration, reflection, and purposeful action.Free Group CoachingYou and your team can meet with Skot every other week to receive coaching and learn from each other. Skot will use the Altitude Training program to teach the art of leadership.Free ‘5 Voices’ Communication AssessmentLearn your communication style and understand your strengths and weaknesses with this 15-minute assessment.Free ‘5 Voices’ Team BootcampYou and your team can join a 90-minute virtual session with Skot, where you will:Understand the communication dynamics of your team.Understand how to gain more influence with those around you.Relate to what it looks like when you’re accidental in your leadership.Walk away with an actionable leadership insight to apply.To get these guest bonuses and many other member benefits, become a member of The Modern Manager Podcast+ Community.---------------------The Modern Manager is a leadership podcast for rockstar managers who want to create a working environment where people thrive, and great work gets done.Follow The Modern Manager on your favorite podcast platform so you won’t miss an episode!

Discover how managers can influence culture by implementing the 8% principle with Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry. Learn about pushing boundaries, fostering high performance, and leveraging emotions for peak performance. Explore real-life examples and common norms for teams in the 8% quadrant.

Explore the importance of timelines and emotional control in decision-making. Learn how to draw logical conclusions through information discernment and why big-picture thinking is critical. Discover the value of collaborative thinking and how to be a good collaborative partner.

Learn 5 proven steps to motivate your team from JC Bernstein, a management coach. Topics include the ineffectiveness of bigger paychecks, the SPARK method for motivation, practical steps for each component, uncovering employee motivation through questions, and the impact of a great manager on career growth.

Loren, an expert on cultural intelligence, talks about the importance of understanding cultural differences in the workplace and how it impacts communication. She emphasizes embracing cultural differences, curiosity, and inclusivity, and provides tips to improve cultural intelligence.

Tracy O'Malley, Enneagram expert success coach, discusses using the Enneagram as a tool to understand ourselves and our team members. She shares an overview of the nine personality types and how this knowledge can drive personal growth and enhance team collaboration. Tracy also explores centers of intelligence in the Enneagram system and their relevance in management and team dynamics.

Atif Rafiq, a seasoned leader in Silicon Valley and Fortune 500, discusses the importance of upstream work for effective execution. He introduces decision sprints, explores psychological safety, and emphasizes the role of questions in innovation. Maintaining organizational culture, alignment, and shared understanding are crucial in upstream work. Achieving alignment in decision making and execution requires working from the same information and resolving areas of disagreement. Check out the episode for more insights on improving decision making and execution.

Your business is only as strong as your employees. So, if you want to build a strong and thriving business, you need to hire top-notch people. But hiring them is only a part of the equation. You must bring them together and transform them from high-performing individuals to high-performing teams. This is where successful team building comes in.Team building comes in all shapes and sizes, and whether you love spending time building relationships with and amongst your team or find it a bit silly or inefficient, doing team building right can significantly impact your team's productivity and morale. How can you maximize the power of team building?Today’s guest is Michael Alexis. Michael is the CEO of teambuilding.com, an industry leader in virtual, hybrid, and in-person team-building experiences. He has been leading remote workforces for almost a decade.Michael and I talk about all things team building–its various forms and why it's important. We also explore how you can incorporate it into your regular workday, how to do amazing events virtually and in person, and so much more.Join the conversation now!Get FREE mini-sketchnotes with the big idea from the week’s episode delivered to your inbox when you subscribe to my weekly email.Conversation Topics(00:00) Intro(01:39) Is team building really fun and engaging?(03:09) How important is team building(05:20) The different types of team building(08:32) Incorporating team building into the regular workday(11:30) How to do team building virtually(15:49) Examples of fun and quirky  team building events(19:32) Factors to consider when planning a team building event(23:19) Is polling your team necessary when planning for such an event?(25:48) Should managers and senior leaders give their team time to bond without them?(28:13) A great manager Michael has worked for(29:33) Keep up with Michael(30:40) [Extended Episode Only] What do you do when something goes sideways during a team building activity?(34:57) [Extended Episode Only] Benefits of hiring an outside expert to plan your team building (39:08) [Extended Episode Only] What are the things not to do in a team building event?Additional Resources:- Get the extended episode by Joining The Modern Manager Podcast+ Community for just $15 per month- Read the full transcript here- Follow me on Instagram here - Visit my website for more hereKeep up with Michael Alexis- Follow Michael on LinkedIn here- Check out his website for more hereFree Download: “How to Run a Great Virtual Icebreaker: The Ultimate Cheat Sheet”Download a PDF with tips for running great icebreakers, an extensive (but not exhaustive) list of icebreaker questions, and links to other resources, including blog articles and example icebreaker games.Get this guest bonus and many other member benefits when you join The Modern Manager Podcast+ Community.---------------------The Modern Manager is a leadership podcast for rockstar managers who want to create a working environment where people thrive, and great work gets done.Follow The Modern Manager on your favorite podcast platform so you won’t miss an episode!