Coaching for Leaders

Colleen Bordeaux, a best-selling author and human capital consultant, shares her wisdom on cultivating meaningful relationships. Discover the six essential steps to assess and improve your connections. Colleen reflects on battling loneliness and the transformative power of opening up about personal struggles. She highlights the importance of emotional self-care and recognizing toxic dynamics in relationships. The conversation emphasizes that genuine connections are cultivated through curiosity and self-reflection, making way for both personal and professional growth.

David Marquet, the former commander of the USS Santa Fe and author of 'Leadership is Language,' dives into the art of questioning in leadership. He highlights the seven sins of questioning, emphasizing that leading questions often stifle genuine dialogue. By discussing the tragic El Faro disaster, he showcases how effective communication can prevent crises. Marquet advocates for clear, open-ended inquiries and creating psychological safety in teams, urging leaders to shift from self-affirming to self-educating questions for better organizational performance.

Bonni Stachowiak, a professor at Vanguard University and host of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast, dives into family productivity with practical tips. She discusses under-scheduling commitments to create family margins and highlights the success of shared calendars for smooth scheduling. Bonni emphasizes involving kids in household chores, promoting collaboration and responsibility. The conversation also touches on the importance of establishing a family vision and balancing leadership with management to enhance family life.

Join John Maxwell, a #1 New York Times bestselling author and leadership development expert, as he shares his insights on motivating leaders. He discusses the difference between motivating followers and leaders, highlighting seven key motivations, including purpose and autonomy. Maxwell emphasizes that successful leaders focus on recognizing and nurturing others' strengths. He also reflects on the importance of continuous growth and the idea that authentic motivation often goes beyond financial rewards, rooted in purpose and service.

Scott Young, author of "Ultralearning," shares insights from his groundbreaking experiments in accelerated learning. He reveals the secrets behind effective self-directed learning, highlighting the importance of transferability and real-world application. Young outlines four powerful tactics: project-based learning, immersive experiences, simulated challenges, and the overkill approach that pushes learners beyond their comfort zones. His strategies aim to transform traditional education and unlock each person's learning potential for career advancement.

Nancy Duarte, a renowned communication expert and founder of Duarte, Inc., dives into the intricacies of influencing executives. She highlights the importance of concise and structured messaging tailored to executives’ preferences. Expect to be grilled during briefings and prepare recommendations that are skimmable. Duarte shares insights on how executives are evaluated, emphasizing money, market, and exposure. Learn to craft impactful narratives that enhance data retention and align your communication with corporate goals.

The discussion opens with engaging listener questions, creating a collaborative vibe. Challenges of managing an aging workforce and addressing ethical dilemmas in the workplace are explored. Effective reading strategies for better retention feature prominently, focusing on a personal knowledge model. Tips for concise communication in academic interviews highlight the importance of transferable skills. Finally, the conversation tackles information overload, emphasizing systematic approaches to managing and sharing insights in the digital age.

Neil Pasricha, New York Times bestselling author and Director of The Institute for Global Happiness, dives into the transformative power of discomfort. He shares his own experiences with failure and mediocrity, explaining how these setbacks can foster resilience and growth. The conversation also explores the 'spotlight effect,' urging listeners to reconsider their worries and recognize that others aren't scrutinizing them as much as they think. Ultimately, Pasricha emphasizes that embracing discomfort can lead to intentional living and significant personal and professional development.

Shelley Winner, a Restorative Justice activist and tech specialist, dives into the transformative power of hiring formerly incarcerated individuals. She shares her personal journey from incarceration to a successful tech career, revealing how many organizations benefit from employing this often-overlooked workforce. Winner discusses the stark statistics around recidivism and unemployment, advocating for inclusive hiring practices. Her insights highlight not just the potential for social change but also the proven value that justice-involved individuals bring to companies.

Jim Kirkpatrick, co-owner of Kirkpatrick Partners and expert in training evaluation, dives deep into the New World Kirkpatrick Model. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on results and behavior for effective training. Kirkpatrick shares practical strategies for leaders to connect training with real-world outcomes, discusses the need for ongoing support, and highlights the significance of peer collaboration. He urges organizations to assess training effectiveness beyond traditional surveys, marking a shift towards data-driven decision-making in learning initiatives.