Coaching for Leaders

Bonni Stachowiak: Teaching in Higher Ed Bonni Stachowiak is the host of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast, a professor of business and management at Vanguard University, and my life partner. Prior to her academic career, Bonni was a human resources consultant and executive officer for a publicly traded company. She joins me monthly to respond to listener questions. Listener Questions Evelyn asked if you need to be a caretaker first before moving to become a rainmaker. Samantha wondered if you should always try to save someone who has elected to leave. Tammy wanted to know our advice for managing along with peers who have different styles. David asked for our advice for managing student workers. Resources Mentioned Drive* by Daniel Pink Employee Resignations: Counter Offer or Say Goodbye? When Talent Quits, Don’t Be A Jerk Related Episodes An Astronaut’s Guide To Life On Earth with Chris Hadfield (episode 149) How To Lead The Millennials, with Chip Espinoza (episode 158) How Superbosses Master the Flow of Talent, with Sydney Finkelstein (episode 236) What to Do When Somebody Quits, with Molly Moseley (episode 251) How to Lead Part-Time Staff, with Chris Deferio (episode 289) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

In this enlightening discussion, guests Lois Frankel and Tom Henschel tackle the disparities in workplace dynamics between men and women. Frankel, a bestselling author and leadership coach, highlights the unique contributions of women, while Henschel emphasizes the responsibility of men to advocate for their female colleagues. They explore unconscious bias, the importance of self-confidence for women, and how corporate culture can foster inclusivity. Together, they inspire listeners to reflect on their roles in promoting gender equity.

Daniel Goleman: Emotional Intelligence In 1995, Daniel Goleman published the blockbuster bestselling book Emotional Intelligence*, a book that now has more than 5 million copies in print worldwide in 40 different languages. He’s the author of a series of primers for the competencies of emotional and social intelligence, titled Building Blocks of Emotional Intelligence* and he’s the founder of the Emotional Intelligence Coaching Certification. Key Points The three types of empathy: Cognitive empathy - you can sense what people are thinking Emotional empathy - you can pick up on other people’s emotions Empathic concern - people can tell you care about them Resources Mentioned Emotional Intelligence* by Daniel Goleman Building Blocks of Emotional Intelligence* by Daniel Goleman et al. A Force for Good* by Daniel Goleman and the Dalai Lama Emotional and Social Competence Inventory Emotional Intelligence Coaching Certification Book Notes Download my highlights from the Empathy primer in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Get the Ideal Team Player, with Patrick Lencioni (episode 301) Have Conversations That Matter, with Celeste Headlee (episode 344) Enhance Your Self-Awareness, with Daniel Goleman (episode 353) The Power of Vulnerability in Leadership, with Jason Brooks (episode 385) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

May Busch: Accelerate May Busch enjoyed a 24-year career at Morgan Stanley, most recently as Chief Operating Officer for Europe. She chaired the firm’s European Diversity Council and was a member of Morgan Stanley’s European Management Committee. She is the author of the book Accelerate: 9 Capabilities to Achieve Success at Any Career Stage*. She’s also the host the Career Mastery Kickstart summit*. Key Points Steps to move from caretaker to rainmaker: Identify the organization’s most important outcomes. Figure out what you can take action on. Create a safe space. Learn from your network what will move the needle the most. How to find the organization’s values: Observe Listen Ask Bonus Audio How to help others become rainmakers Resources Mentioned Career Mastery Kickstart Summit* Accelerate: 9 Capabilities to Achieve Success at Any Career Stage* by May Busch Eisenhower Grid Related Episodes How to Succeed with Leadership and Management, with John Kotter (episode 249) Three Steps to Great Career Conversations, with Russ Laraway (episode 370) Leverage Your Defining Moments, with Lynne Whiteford (episode 372) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Tom Henschel: The Look & Sound of Leadership Tom Henschel of Essential Communications grooms senior leaders and executive teams. An internationally recognized expert in the field of workplace communications and self-presentation, he has helped thousands of leaders achieve excellence through his work as an executive coach and his top-rated podcast, The Look & Sound of Leadership. Listener Questions Caroline asked about whether she should appease a peer by interviewing someone she doesn’t think is a good fit. Jane asked for suggestions on team diversity. Susan asked about promoting engagement with her team when there is lots of reluctance. Mariah wanted our advice on creating an orientation program for her team leads. Resources Mentioned StrengthsFinder (Gallup) Leading Change* by John Kotter Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson Influence* by Robert Cialdini Three Steps to Great Career Conversations with Russ Laraway Being the Boss * by Linda Hill and Kent Lineback First, Break All the Rules* by Gallup Related Episodes Essentials of Adult Development, with Mindy Danna (episode 273) StrengthsFinder Leadership Demands, with Lisa Cummings (episode 320) Six Tactics for Extraordinary Performance, with Morten Hansen (episode 337) How to Become the Person You Want to Be, with James Clear (episode 376) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Sharone Bar-David: Trust Your Canary Sharone Bar-David is a leading Canadian expert on workplace incivility and author of Trust Your Canary: Every Leader’s Guide to Taming Workplace Incivility*. She is particularly passionate about her work with abrasive leaders — the highly talented people whose interpersonal style rubs people the wrong way and creates distress in the work environment. Key Points The three contexts that pose a risk: Routine (To mitigate risks, Cultivate) Sensitive (To mitigate risks, Calculate) Problem (To minimize damage, Compensate) Bonus Audio How to not cross the line Resources Mentioned Trust Your Canary: Every Leader’s Guide to Taming Workplace Incivility* Hey (We’re Not All) Guys! Why I Don’t Use “You Guys” Related Episodes How to Tame Workplace Incivility, with Sharone Bar-David (episode 210) Use Power for Good and Not Evil, with Dacher Keltner (episode 254) How to Manage Abrasive Leaders, with Sharone Bar-David (episode 290) How to Make Inclusion Happen, with Deepa Purushothaman (episode 307) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Corrinne Armour: Leaders Who Ask Corrinne is an accredited Master Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation and a certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner. She’s the author and co-author of several leadership books, most recently Leaders Who Ask: Building a Fearless Culture by Telling Less and Asking More*. Key Points You’re not developing your people if you’re constantly giving them all the answers. If you don’t have an awareness of something, you can’t change it. Ask your reports, “What have you tried so far, and what do you think I’m going to tell you to do?” Bonus Audio Why being clever doesn’t always make you a better manager Resources Mentioned Leaders Who Ask: Building a Fearless Culture by Telling Less and Asking More* Special book offer for Australian listeners (Use code: COACHINGFORLEADERS) Free resources for leaders from Corrinne Corrinne’s Leaders Who Ask program Book Notes Download my highlights from Leaders Who Ask in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Improve Your Coaching Skills, with Tom Henschel (episode 190) These Coaching Questions Get Results, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 237) The Way to Stop Rescuing People From Their Problems, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 284) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Lois Frankel, a bestselling author and executive coach, dives into the unconscious mistakes women make in the workplace. She discusses how societal conditioning often leads women to back down in competitive situations. Frankel highlights the importance of focusing on relationships during negotiations and the need to recognize how past experiences impact professional interactions. Additionally, she emphasizes that small behavioral changes can significantly enhance women's visibility and success at work, while also suggesting strategies to effectively negotiate financial outcomes.

Jason Brooks Jason Brooks is a member of the Coaching for Leaders Academy and principal of a high school in Los Angeles. Key Points People respond to honesty from a leader. Admitting that you don’t know all the answers helps build bridges and gets your team working together. Deciding what not to do can actually be harder than deciding what to do. Working out a vision for your life can reduce the constant anxiety of wondering whether you’re making the best use of your time. Resources Mentioned Racism in America, with Jason Brooks The Power of Vulnerability, with Brené Brown Related Episodes How to Get the Ideal Team Player, with Patrick Lencioni (episode 301) How to Deal With the Diminishers, with Liz Wiseman (episode 305) How to Create a Vivid Vision, with Cameron Herold (episode 345) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Howard “H” White: Believe to Achieve Howard “H” White was an NBA draft pick until knee injuries put a stop to his basketball career. Today he is vice president of Jordan Brand and has been with the company for thirty-five years. With Nike’s support, he founded the Believe to Achieve program, an innovative traveling seminar designed to encourage youth to believe in themselves and adults to mentor them. He’s the author of the book by the same name: Believe to Achieve: See the Invisible, Do the Impossible*. Key Points We often set our sights too low. Others often see things in us that we don’t see ourselves. How do you make others see the best in themselves? Everybody wants something in life, but there are very few who are willing to give up anything to get it. Bonus Audio Developing realistic expectations Resources Mentioned Believe to Achieve: See the Invisible, Do the Impossible* by Howard “H” White Book Notes Download my highlights from Believe to Achieve in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Sin by Silence, with Olivia Klaus (episode 103) Find Courage to Speak When It Matters Most, with Allan McDonald (episode 229) The Way to Grow Your Leadership Career, with Ron Wallace (episode 267) The Choice for Compassion, with Edith Eger (episode 336) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.