
Shannon Waller's Team Success
Shannon Waller, author of The Team Success Handbook, has been the entrepreneurial team expert at Strategic Coach® since 1995. Shannon Waller’s Team Success podcasts are a series of insights around teamwork and success that she’s gained from working with entrepreneurs.
Latest episodes

May 1, 2017 • 17min
Iterative Teamwork
Do projects look the same time and time again? Are you consistently getting the same results or having the same breakdowns? In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller explains why she swears by iterative teamwork and why it could be one of your most innovative breakthroughs yet.

Apr 17, 2017 • 16min
The Delegation Formula
In the game of entrepreneurship, you either create rules that allow you to win or ones that cause you to lose. The same goes for delegation—and knowing how and when it can be used to your advantage. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller shares secrets on how to succeed every time when delegating.

Apr 3, 2017 • 17min
The Cost Of Perfection
There’s a difference between high standards and standards so high, it’s nearly impossible to achieve them. Perfectionism is hazardous and can have a major impact on teamwork and morale. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller shares strategies for overcoming unrealistic standards.

Mar 7, 2017 • 18min
Why You Should Fire Yourself
If someone asked you to make a list of the activities you find irritating, procrastinate on, or aren’t competent at, what would be on it? You’re the most important resource your company has so how you spend your time is critical. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller talks about “firing yourself” from the activities that don’t help you grow.

Feb 23, 2017 • 16min
How To Speak Up
Speaking up and challenging the status quo can be terrifying—but it’s also the key to transparency and openness in the workplace. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller discusses how to speak up well and what to do when you don’t get the answer you want.

Feb 6, 2017 • 15min
The Biggest Hiring Mistakes To Avoid Making
The greatest investment you can make is in hiring the right team members. But the hiring process can be grueling and tough to navigate—and it can also take a lot of time and money. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller lends Strategic Coach wisdom on constructing the team you really want.

Jan 23, 2017 • 14min
Five Ways To Show Appreciation To Your Team
One of the most effective ways to build a healthy and positive company culture is by establishing ways team members can show appreciation for one another. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller reminds listeners not only how much appreciation nourishes us, but how it adds meaning to our lives.

Jan 6, 2017 • 10min
When Is The Right Time To Hire Someone?
How do you know when it’s the right time to hire a new team member? Recognizing when it’s necessary to bring someone on board and having the confidence to take the plunge is critical to major growth. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller coaches listeners on what can be one of the most profound investments of their lives.

Dec 16, 2016 • 14min
From Me To We: A Leadership Transition
Stepping into a leadership role is something that many of us aspire to do. But often, we don’t realize that when you become a leader, you’ll be shifting from doing things to influencing others. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller discusses the major mindset shift that’s so important to consider when leading a successful team.

Nov 17, 2016 • 58min
An Interview With An Entrepreneur Who Considers Himself A Nonconformist
Conversations about company culture and team member engagement have become more and more important in today’s business world. Christian Cotichini, CEO of HeroX, is a pioneer in this regard. He has eliminated managers, refuses to do performance reviews, and would rather work with millennials. Listen in to this second chat between Shannon and Christian as they talk about crowdsourcing and creating a unique company culture.