Management Development Unlocked - Management & Leadership Training

Today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked features Colby Morris. Colby has spent the last several years developing leaders and leadership teams. He is also a consultant, a dad, and a husband--not necessarily in that order.Colby Morris is an experienced Chief Operating Officer with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and operational excellence. He is a strong leader passionate about developing highly engaged, high-performing teams. A strategic thinker, he has a proven ability to execute complex plans. Colby is the founder and president of NXT Step Advisors, a consulting firm based in Austin, Texas.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why developing yourself is one of the most important first steps of leadership development for a new manager, and recognizing that leadership is about the people.The aspects of leadership development that new managers should avoid.Colby’s take on the fallacy that a new manager can’t develop leadership skills.Where new managers can discover resources to develop their leadership skills and why it’s well worth making the budget and time investment.Colby’s consulting business with his wife, their roles as a fractional CFO and fractional COO, and his podcast.Eric’s lightning round questions for Colby.Connect with Colby Morris:LinkedInNXT Step AdvisorsThings Leaders Do podcast---Did you know that one in four managers were promoted to leadership positions with no formal training? Unsurprisingly, this trend negatively impacts employee performance. Research proves that “accidental managers” make team members feel less satisfied, valued, and motivated in their jobs.If you don’t know how to support your new managers in their transition to their new position, my upcoming FREE Masterclass: Lead Like a Pro, is for you! In this special session, I will give you an executive overview of a new course I have developed to help new managers thrive in their new leadership roles.Save the date: November 8, 2023, at 10 am PT.Register hereHead over to girardtrainingsolutions.com to get a free copy of my eBook, "Advice for a New Manager."Connect with me on LinkedIn.Please subscribe and comment!

This episode of Management Development Unlocked features Vidal Graupera. Vidal is an entrepreneur who is currently building an AI coaching platform. Initially, his AI platform is focused on job interviewing. He also runs a website and a podcast called ManagersClub and served as an engineering manager in the past. Vidal is also an author.In this episode, you’ll hear:What makes one-on-ones a manager’s superpower, and why they can help build trust and connection as well as offer valuable feedback to team members.The purpose of a one-on-one and the opportunities they provide your team members.The three-step structure of a great one-on-one and how to ensure you’re getting the information you need while the team member is receiving value from the meeting.Vidal’s suggestions for questions you can ask to make sure your one-on-ones aren’t rote or boring and where you can find his entire list of questions.What the outcome should be after a good one-on-one session.Why you should be taking notes in your one-on-ones as a manager and Vidal’s advice for creating a successful one-on-one meeting.Eric’s lightning round for Vidal.Connect with Vidal Graupera:LinkedInManagersClubInterview IgniterWebsite---Did you know that one in four managers were promoted to leadership positions with no formal training? Unsurprisingly, this trend negatively impacts employee performance. Research proves that “accidental managers” make team members feel less satisfied, valued, and motivated in their jobs.If you don’t know how to support your new managers in their transition to their new position, my upcoming FREE Masterclass: Lead Like a Pro, is for you! In this special session, I will give you an executive overview of a new course I have developed to help new managers thrive in their new leadership roles.Save the date: November 8, 2023, at 10 am PT.Register hereHead over to girardtrainingsolutions.com to get a free copy of my eBook, "Advice for a New Manager."Connect with me on LinkedIn.Please subscribe and comment!

On this episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric interviews Wayne Mullins. Wayne is a husband, father, entrepreneur, leader, and manager who always tries to learn and grow. He is the founder of Ugly Mug Marketing, where most of his management and leadership takes place today. He is passionate about helping others develop and become better versions of themselves.In this episode, you’ll hear:How Wayne manages self-accountable, high-performing teams and what being self-accountable means.Self-accountability’s role in leadership and management, why leaders have to create a clear vision for where they want to go for their teams, and the three components of a clear vision.The most important person you need to manage (hint: yourself!), how to do that gracefully, and what the concept of “when furious, get curious” means.Wayne Mullins’ recommendations for dealing with team members who don’t fit the company culture and why cultures are self-selecting.How you can fix a company culture that isn’t in line with company offerings and an example of that concept in play.The value in having mentors, coaches, therapists, etc., in your corner as a leader.The story behind  Ugly Mug Marketing’s name.Connect with Wayne Mullins:LinkedInUgly Mug Marketing---Did you know that one in four managers were promoted to leadership positions with no formal training? Unsurprisingly, this trend negatively impacts employee performance. Research proves that “accidental managers” make team members feel less satisfied, valued, and motivated in their jobs.If you don’t know how to support your new managers in their transition to their new position, my upcoming FREE Masterclass: Lead Like a Pro, is for you! In this special session, I will give you an executive overview of a new course I have developed to help new managers thrive in their new leadership roles.Save the date: November 8, 2023, at 10 am PT.Register hereHead over to girardtrainingsolutions.com to get a free copy of my eBook, "Advice for a New Manager."Connect with me on LinkedIn.Please subscribe and comment!

Eric’s guest on Management Development Unlocked this week is Felicia Shakiba. Felicia is the founder, podcast host, and global leadership and HR consultant for CPO Playbook Consultancy. She previously held the role of Global Head of Performance Management at WPP. Felicia has more than 20 years of HR leadership experience.In this episode, you’ll hear:The definition of performance management and its four pillars: goal creation, measurement, conversation, and rewards and recognition.Why high performers should be rewarded accordingly.The primary goal of performance management and how it can help align employees' efforts with the organization's goals.The importance of having ongoing conversations about performance expectations so that employees aren’t blindsided in a performance review.How managers can actively participate in effective performance management, and the three questions you can ask team members to structure these dialogues.Some of Felicia’s suggestions for building rapport and trust during a one-on-one.The questions you need to ask to get your team member to take ownership of an issue with your support.The steps managers can take to measure their own performance within the performance management framework.Connect with Felicia Shakiba:LinkedInCPO PlaybookPodcast---Head over to girardtrainingsolutions.com to get a free copy of my eBook, "Advice for a New Manager."Connect with me on LinkedIn.Please subscribe and comment!

Today, on Management Development Unlocked, Eric welcomes Brian Nelson-Palmer as a special co-host. Brian is the mastermind behind Productivity Gladiator, where he helps project managers and soon-to-be project managers with specific tools and tactics they can use to handle overwhelm and burnout.In this episode, you’ll hear ten time management hacks for up-and-coming managers, with Eric and Brian sharing their best tips and their thoughts on figuring out what will work best for you.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why everything needs to go on your calendar.Estimate the time a task will take on your calendar.The best system is the one you’ll actually use and what that could look like.How Eric implements his multiple-calendar system.Eric’s “do it, delegate it, or delete it” philosophy.Why Brian says up-and-coming managers need to stop running errands.Use Subscribe and Save for subscriptions to automate part of your life.How you can implement AI to increase your productivity at home and work.Why Brian insists that you need to stop emailing back and forth to schedule meetings.Try dictation instead of typing.Some final thoughts from Eric and Brian.Connect with Brian Nelson-Palmer:LinkedInProductivity Gladiator---Head over to girardtrainingsolutions.com to get a free copy of my eBook, "Advice for a New Manager."Connect with me on LinkedIn.Please subscribe and comment!

On today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric welcomes guest Vasily Malyshev to the show. Vasily is the CEO and Founder of Intelogos, an employee well-being recognition and performance management software. He’s been in the software entrepreneurship startup industry for the last 15 years and started three companies during that time.Through his experience with these companies, Vasily partnered with New York University’s Stern School of Business, where he taught at a partnership that created a contest for the best idea. He taught students everything from how to design software to development to marketing. He was also invited to speak at the United Nations about his immigrant entrepreneurship experience.In this episode, you’ll hear:Vasily Malyshev’s experience at the United Nations and how it all began with an appearance on a podcast.Some of the biggest problems managers face with remote teams and how they can be addressed.The three ways Vasily keeps remote teams productive and engaged.Why finding a way to be together virtually creates collaboration and relationships and makes it easier to handle conflict when it arises.What Intelogos’ mission is, and how the app implements feedback.Connect with Vasily Malyshev:LinkedInIntelogosWebsite“When Something Goes Wrong--Always Blame Yourself” podcast episode---Head over to girardtrainingsolutions.com to get a free copy of my eBook, "Advice for a New Manager."Connect with me on LinkedIn.Please subscribe and comment!

On today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric welcomes special guest Brent Kostiw. Brent was Eric’s first manager in Silicon Valley as well as his first remote manager. He is a prominent figure in Eric’s upcoming book and has been a friend and mentor for over 20 years.Brent Kostiw has been in HR since 1983, spending 23 years specifically in HR doing everything you can imagine. His primary emphasis has been on training and organizational development, which is what his consulting practice, Corridor Business Consulting, focuses on. Those skills also spilled over into the UPS Store franchises he and his wife run in Central California.In this episode, you’ll hear:The value of sincerity and care in management and who Brent’s role model for management was.Why getting people involved and inviting them to participate in the solution encourages employee buy-in.How building a culture of care and flexibility builds trust with your team and reduces turnover.What new managers can do to establish a relationship with their teams right away, including:Clear vision, clear direction, and clear missionGet objectives set, and do itAdjust as neededCommunicate and be presentListen to the players who are already thereBrent’s tips for managing people who have different needs, including:Adjust to the person and how they areUnderstand that people respond similarlyDon’t make it too complicatedOffer positive feedbackBe empathetic to your team’s emotions, both personally and professionallyOffer genuine gratitudeThe difference positive reinforcement can make in management, along with a genuine “thank you.”Connect with Brent Kostiw:LinkedInWebsite---Head over to girardtrainingsolutions.com to get a free copy of my eBook, "Advice for a New Manager."Connect with me on LinkedIn.Please subscribe and comment!

Today on Management Development Unlocked, Eric speaks with Brenden Kumarasamy. Brenden shares how he changed his career path from accounting when he discovered his talent for coaching others how to speak. In college, Brenden presented competitively, which taught him how to speak, but then he began coaching other students how to speak, which helped them win competitions. In January 2019, Brenden started to create YouTube videos on public speaking on his channel, MasterTalk, which is also the name of his company.In this episode, you’ll hear:The most important part of communication a new manager should master.How new managers can run effective meetings that stay on track and get things done.The action steps you can take to project confidence when presenting in a meeting or a larger venue.What new managers can do to present themselves well and overcome intimidation in front of senior executives.Eric’s lightning round questions for Brenden.Connect with Brenden Kumarasamy:Take Brenden's free workshopLinkedInWebsiteYouTube---Learn more about my new book!Head over to girardtrainingsolutions.com to get a free copy of my eBook, "Advice for a New Manager."Connect with me on LinkedIn.Please subscribe and comment!

Today, on Management Development Unlocked, Eric interviews Christopher Lind. Christopher is a husband and father of seven children as well as the Chief Learning Officer for a large healthcare company in Miami. He also participates in a lot of industry work to help shape and influence the intersection of business technology and the human experience.In this episode, you’ll hear:How new managers can use technology to become better managers, why it should free up more time to spend with your teams, and how AI can help.What prompt engineering is, and how you can think of AI as a brilliant intern to adjust its usage to your needs.Why your job isn’t at risk to AI but rather to someone doing your job with AI, and how understanding this new technology can help you remain relevant at work.How you can successfully manage a team remotely and the reason it requires more intentionality.AI’s capability to make us more human and more effective if used correctly.Building effective relationships digitally and how you can leverage technology to strengthen relationships.Some of Christopher’s must-have tools and tech for managers including Fellow, Marco Polo, and ChatGPT.Christopher’s responses to Eric’s lightning round.Connect with Christopher Lind:LinkedInWebsiteYouTube---Learn more about my new book!Head over to girardtrainingsolutions.com to get a free copy of my eBook, "Advice for a New Manager."Connect with me on LinkedIn.Please subscribe and comment!

Today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked features Janet Livingstone. Janet is an executive coach, team performance coach, trainer, and consultant. She is a global multi-potential, multilingual leadership development practitioner who coaches folks worldwide. She has lived and worked in several different countries on several continents and has empathy and experience that lends itself well to people from other cultures and people transitioning from one culture to another. She is based in Seattle and sometimes in Bratislava, Slovakia.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why life doesn’t stop at a promotion and there is still so much to learn even at the management level.The impact of bad coaching and the benefits of grooming someone for management beforehand so they understand what to expect.The difference between listening well and fully focusing on someone and paying attention to their cues and just being quiet,Cultural variances, how they impact team interactions, and why they can efficiently push you out of your comfort zone.How an attempt to speak the local language is received with gratitude and interest and the value in educating yourself about other cultures.Janet’s intercultural focus in her coaching business and her Team Elements coaching methodology based on iterative dialogue.Connect with Janet Livingstone:LinkedInWebsitejanet@cultureiskey.coach---Learn more about my new book!Head over to girardtrainingsolutions.com to get a free copy of my eBook, "Advice for a New Manager."Connect with me on LinkedIn.Please subscribe and comment!