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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Mar 29, 2021 • 39min
519: Handle Your Papers Like a Pro, with David Sparks
David Sparks, a business attorney and tech productivity expert, discusses transforming paper management in this insightful talk. He shares key strategies for adopting a paperless lifestyle, emphasizing the use of tools like Scanner Pro for document capture and the importance of PDF formats. Tips on naming conventions for files and utilizing technology, such as the iPad and Apple Pencil, enhance productivity. David also highlights document collaboration best practices to streamline teamwork and the role of leadership in fostering an organized environment.
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Mar 22, 2021 • 39min
518: The Way to Make Sense to Others, with Tom Henschel
In this discussion, Tom Henschel, an internationally recognized expert in workplace communications, shares strategies for clearer messaging. He introduces a four-step approach: creating a headline, sorting information, labeling it, and transitioning smoothly. Tom elaborates on the power of clear headlines and common communication missteps, such as mismatched item counts and poor transitions. His insights are aimed at helping leaders enhance their communication for better audience engagement and understanding.
Mar 15, 2021 • 39min
517: How to Define a Role, with Pat Griffin
In this engaging discussion, Pat Griffin, a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer and Chief Relationship Officer, shares insights from nearly two decades of experience in people transformation. He emphasizes the need to shift from traditional job descriptions to Performance Results Descriptions (PRD), which focus on measurable outcomes. Pat outlines how aligning employees on key results enhances engagement and accountability. He also highlights the importance of establishing clear performance standards and maintaining open communication to foster team success and professional development.
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Mar 8, 2021 • 38min
516: How to Find Helpful Advisors, with Ethan Kross
Ethan Kross, an award-winning professor at the University of Michigan and author of "Chatter," dives deep into the art of finding the right advisors. He emphasizes that merely sharing emotions isn't enough for healing and highlights the importance of a balanced mix of emotional and cognitive support—think both Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock! Kross also warns against the pitfalls of introspection, advocating for a diverse support network while introducing the concept of 'invisible support' to strengthen relationships without overstepping.
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Mar 1, 2021 • 39min
515: Managing Up, Team Guidelines, and Reading Well, with Bonni Stachowiak
Discover powerful strategies for managing up and fostering better workplace relationships. The discussion emphasizes compassionate communication and the shift from dependency to interdependency in team dynamics. Learn how to effectively manage your reading time with various formats and tools like Readwise. The conversation also highlights the evolution of reading habits, promoting a curious approach over rigid goals, and the benefits of shared reading experiences for leadership growth. Dive into actionable tips to enhance both your personal and professional life!
Feb 22, 2021 • 40min
514: The Way to Lead Online Events, with Tim Stringer
Tim Stringer, founder of Technically Simple and a productivity coach, dives into the art of leading online events. He discusses common pitfalls in transitioning from in-person to virtual formats, emphasizing the importance of early engagement strategies like icebreakers and polls. Tim highlights the role of dedicated technical support during larger events to keep hosts focused. He also shares insights on overcoming Zoom fatigue and the benefits of creating an inclusive atmosphere, ensuring virtual gatherings can be as impactful as in-person interactions.
Feb 15, 2021 • 35min
513: Help Your Brain Learn, with Lisa Feldman Barrett
Lisa Feldman Barrett, a leading expert in psychology and neuroscience, shares insights about her book, *Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain*. She discusses how the brain's primary function is survival, constantly predicting our actions. Learning, she reveals, is energetically costly, making it essential for leaders to foster supportive environments for better learning. Barrett also debunks common myths about emotions, emphasizing that they're interconnected biological processes rather than isolated experiences, enhancing our understanding of feelings and regulation.
Feb 8, 2021 • 34min
512: The Way Innovators Get Traction, with Tendayi Viki
Tendayi Viki, an author and innovation consultant at Strategyzer, shares his expertise on navigating organizational innovation. He argues that innovators often feel like 'pirates in the navy' due to internal pressures that stifle creativity. The conversation highlights the importance of partnering with early adopters who share frustrations with the status quo and leveraging their influence. Viki also warns against getting too comfortable with CEO support and stresses the necessity of collaboration to celebrate early wins and foster a lasting culture of innovation.
Feb 1, 2021 • 39min
511: How to Be Present, with Dave Crenshaw
In this discussion, Dave Crenshaw, a productivity expert for Fortune 500 companies and a popular author, debunks the myth of multitasking. He explains how most people are actually switchtasking, losing valuable time and focus. Dave highlights the importance of being present during conversations and shares actionable steps to improve attention and efficiency. He suggests tracking your time and emphasizes that your calendar can be your best ally in managing tasks and priorities.
Jan 25, 2021 • 39min
510: How to Reduce Bias in Feedback, with Therese Huston
Therese Huston, a cognitive scientist and founding director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning at Seattle University, joins to discuss reducing bias in feedback. She highlights how gender influences feedback dynamics, often leading to sugarcoated advice for women. Huston shares language strategies to ensure constructive conversations, emphasizing the importance of high standards and emotional intelligence. She also explores racial feedback disparities, encouraging leaders to cultivate an inclusive feedback environment.
