Coaching for Leaders
Dave Stachowiak
Leaders aren’t born, they’re made. This Monday show helps you discover leadership wisdom through insightful conversations. Independently produced weekly since 2011, Dr. Dave Stachowiak brings perspective from a thriving, global leadership academy, plus more than 15 years of leadership at Dale Carnegie. Bestselling authors, expert researchers, deep conversation, and regular dialogue with listeners have attracted 40 million downloads and over 250K followers on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Activate your FREE membership to access the entire leadership and management library at CoachingforLeaders.com
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Oct 30, 2023 • 39min
652: How to Encourage Team Feedback, with Bonni Stachowiak
Dive into the dynamics of team feedback, exploring how trust and support can transform peer evaluations. Discover alternatives to traditional performance reviews that prioritize skills over static metrics. Join a heartfelt discussion on the rituals that can help leaders find fulfillment in their roles, combating feelings of thanklessness. Experience insights on servant leadership, emphasizing empathy and recognition. Reflect on your personal motives for leading and uncover strategies to enhance your leadership journey.
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Oct 23, 2023 • 40min
651: Getting Better at Reading the Room, with Kirstin Ferguson
In this insightful discussion, guest Kirstin Ferguson, a prominent company director and executive coach known for her work in leadership and gender equality, delves into the art of reading the room. She emphasizes how leaders must recognize their biases and be open to diverse perspectives. Kirstin also shares personal anecdotes, including a military hike that highlights the importance of initiating connections. The conversation advocates for empathy and awareness, particularly in understanding neurodivergent experiences, to enhance team dynamics and leadership effectiveness.
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Oct 16, 2023 • 39min
650: Where Senior Leaders Can Better Support Middle Managers, with Emily Field
Emily Field, a partner at McKinsey & Company and co-author of *Power to the Middle*, discusses the often-overlooked significance of middle managers in organizations. She reveals the unique challenges they face and argues for recognizing their role as critical to employee engagement and overall success. Emily emphasizes the need for senior leaders to support middle managers through job rebundling and talent redistribution, transforming these roles into empowering positions that enhance productivity and workplace culture.
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Oct 9, 2023 • 39min
649: How to Begin Leading Through Continuous Change, with David Rogers
David Rogers, a leading expert on digital transformation and Columbia Business School faculty member, shares his insights on navigating change in organizations. He explains why many digital transformations fail, emphasizing that focusing too much on technology can overlook critical organizational challenges. Rogers advocates for a shared vision and highlights the human aspect of leadership. He stresses the need for effective measurement, team engagement, and cultivating vision at all levels, empowering organizations to thrive amid continuous change.
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Oct 2, 2023 • 39min
648: What Vulnerable Leadership Sounds Like, with Jacob Morgan
Jacob Morgan, a trained futurist and bestselling author, delves into the crucial concept of vulnerable leadership. He discusses how authentic vulnerability can bolster leadership effectiveness and positively shape workplace culture. Through personal anecdotes, he explores the challenges leaders face when attempting to connect emotionally with their teams. The conversation emphasizes that true leadership blends vulnerability with proactive strategies to build trust and resilience, showcasing real-life examples of how sharing personal experiences can foster deeper connections at work.
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Sep 25, 2023 • 36min
647: Holding People Accountable Without Authority, with Bonni Stachowiak
Discover how to hold others accountable without the formal authority that often comes with leadership. The discussion covers the challenges of navigating accountability in organizations and introduces the 'working genius' concept to boost collaboration. Learn practical strategies for managing effective meetings and fostering a positive mindset. Delve into the complexities of dealing with narcissistic coworkers with tips for maintaining detachment and setting team values. Personal accountability is highlighted as key to effective leadership.
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Sep 18, 2023 • 40min
646: The Questions to Help Figure Out Hybrid and Remote Work, with Jim Harter
Jim Harter, Chief Scientist for Workplace at Gallup and author of bestselling books on management, tackles the pressing challenges of hybrid and remote work. He discusses key questions managers should ask to enhance employee autonomy and connection, like the best environments for productivity. Harter highlights cultural shifts towards remote dynamics and the vital role of strong management in fostering team engagement. He emphasizes the importance of understanding individual strengths and promoting open communication to navigate the evolving work landscape.
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Sep 11, 2023 • 40min
645: How to Rehearse Before a Presentation, with Jacqueline Farrington
Jacqueline Farrington, founder of Farrington Partners and a communications expert with over 20 years of experience, shares valuable insights on mastering presentations. She emphasizes that a presentation is essentially a performance and discusses rehearsal techniques that include the memory palace method and the importance of practicing under stress. Jacqueline also highlights how to transform negativity into learning opportunities and the necessity of connecting emotions to the content for a more authentic delivery.
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Sep 3, 2023 • 36min
644: Help Your Team Embrace Growth Mindset, with Eduardo Briceño
Eduardo Briceño, a global keynote speaker and co-founder of Mindset Works, dives into the critical elements of fostering a growth mindset within teams. He discusses the importance of balancing performance and learning zones to achieve high performance. Briceño also highlights the dangers of internal competition and forced rankings in performance management, suggesting that collaboration and individualized assessments can drive success. He provides practical strategies for leaders to create a culture of continuous development, transforming feedback into a powerful tool for growth.
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Aug 28, 2023 • 40min
643: How to Make a Better Impression on Camera, with Mark Bowden
In this engaging discussion, body language expert Mark Bowden shares invaluable insights on maximizing your camera presence. He emphasizes the rapid judgments viewers make based on visual cues and how to strategically use body language to enhance credibility. Mark introduces techniques like the 'baton gesture' to captivate audiences and explains the evolution of communication in the digital age. He also highlights how video has transformed relationship-building, making genuine connections easier than ever.
