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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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.
Jan 18, 2021 • 36min
509: Transitioning to Remote Leadership, with Tammy Bjelland
Tammy Bjelland, Founder and CEO of Workplaceless, shares her insights on leading remote teams effectively. She discusses the shift from a control mindset to building trust and emphasizes the significance of focusing on the 'why' of remote work. Tammy outlines five principles of a placeless mindset to enhance collaboration and productivity. She highlights the need for asynchronous communication to combat Zoom fatigue and encourages leaders to create a clear communication charter for better team dynamics. Her expertise empowers organizations to thrive in a distributed environment.
Jan 11, 2021 • 39min
508: How to Be More Inclusive, with Stefanie Johnson
Stefanie Johnson, an associate professor at the University of Colorado Boulder and author of *Inclusify*, dives deep into leadership and diversity. She discusses how optimism can hinder inclusive change and emphasizes the dual roles leaders play in fostering belonging. Stefanie suggests that organizations need to set measurable diversity goals, much like any performance indicator, to create genuinely inclusive environments. She also advocates for open conversations around sensitive topics and encourages leaders to make public commitments to champion uniqueness in their teams.
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Jan 4, 2021 • 40min
507: How to Change Your Behavior, with BJ Fogg
BJ Fogg, a behavior scientist and Stanford researcher known for his work on habit formation, shares groundbreaking insights into behavior change. He debunks the myth that repetition creates habits, emphasizing that emotions play a crucial role. Fogg introduces his 3-step process for establishing tiny habits: anchor moment, tiny behavior, and instant celebration. He likens habits to a garden, highlighting that they require nurturing and aren't permanent. Ultimately, he advocates for making change enjoyable to foster lasting behavioral transformation.
Dec 28, 2020 • 40min
506: How to Support Women of Color, with Minda Harts
Minda Harts, founder of The Memo and advocate for women of color, dives into the unique challenges women of color face in the workplace. She highlights the importance of allyship and discusses the obstacles that hinder effective support from white leaders. Minda also tackles the cultural biases around professionalism, particularly regarding hair. Through actionable insights, she emphasizes the need for individual advocacy and the critical role of representation in leadership roles for women of color.
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Dec 21, 2020 • 40min
505: Your Leadership Motive, with Patrick Lencioni
Patrick Lencioni, founder of The Table Group and bestselling author, dives into the core motivations behind leadership. He discusses the stark difference between reward-centered and service-oriented leaders, revealing five critical omissions that can hinder effectiveness. The conversation emphasizes the importance of difficult conversations and managing team dynamics. With insights on over-communication and understanding individual strengths, Lencioni challenges leaders to reflect on their motives and embrace authentic leadership for better organizational health.
Dec 14, 2020 • 37min
504: How to Support Belonging, with Julia Taylor Kennedy
Julia Taylor Kennedy, Executive Vice President at Coqual, dives into the crucial concept of workplace belonging. She discusses how even slight increases in belonging can boost employee loyalty and engagement. Julia highlights the disparities in belonging scores among various demographics, emphasizing the need for accountability and action from leaders. She calls for authentic inclusion practices and the importance of inviting diverse voices into the conversation for real social change. Tune in for actionable insights to enhance organizational culture!
Dec 7, 2020 • 36min
503: Improving Organizational Culture, with Bonni Stachowiak
Listeners dive into the nuances of assessing and improving organizational culture. The discussion emphasizes the importance of leadership buy-in and transparent practices. Key insights on cultivating inclusivity and storytelling as core values are shared. There's also a fascinating segment on technology for enhancing productivity, featuring secure password management tools and methods for rediscovering key insights from reading. Overall, this conversation offers actionable strategies for leaders aiming to foster a thriving workplace culture.
