The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast
Zenger Folkman Leadership
Using over 1.5 million assessments from leaders across the world, renowned psychometrician Joe Folkman and leadership legend Jack Zenger are here to settle the debates and let the data speak for itself. Each week they analyze different leadership traits, trends, and what it really takes to get to the 90th percentile. These short episodes feature compelling stories, research, and actions that leaders can take to improve. To learn more visit https://zengerfolkman.com/podcast/.
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Feb 23, 2022 • 8min
Episode 66: Cultivating Consistency
Details If a basketball, football, or baseball team wins nine games out of 10, most people assume that this is an outstanding team. Sports teams do not win every game. It would not be that entertaining to watch the games if they did. But what if a person delivers on their commitments nine times out … Continued
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Feb 16, 2022 • 12min
Episode 65: I’m the Boss! Why Should I Care if You Like Me?
Details Many people assume that it’s possible for a person to be an effective leader without being really likable. After all, work isn’t a popularity contest. That is technically true, but you may not like the odds. In this episode, we’re revealing why even if you’re a senior leader or project manager you still should … Continued
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Feb 9, 2022 • 14min
Episode 64: 8 Traits of Practically Perfect Problem Solvers
Details An essential skill we need in practically every life scenario is the ability to analyze and solve problems. While we would all love to have someone to do the work for us, most of the time, we need to figure it out ourselves. So what kind of skills do practically perfect problem solvers possess? … Continued
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Feb 2, 2022 • 15min
Episode 63: How to Improve When You’re Not Getting Feedback
Details Too many managers avoid giving any kind of feedback, regardless of whether it’s positive or negative. If you work for a boss who doesn’t provide feedback, it’s easy to feel rudderless. In this episode, we will discuss how to improve at work when you’re not getting feedback. New Self-Directed Course Learn more about our short … Continued
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Jan 26, 2022 • 13min
Episode 62: How to Eliminate Poor Role Models
Details Perhaps you have seen the Where’s Waldo? books. When placed in a crowd or a complex surrounding, Waldo is an odd individual who becomes difficult to find. Often, when a leader fails to be a good role model or sets a bad example, they believe that their actions will be hidden, much like Waldo. In … Continued
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Jan 19, 2022 • 11min
Episode 61: 5 Ways to Impress Your Boss in 2022
Details It’s that time of year to make plans and whether you’ve been at your job for many years or are just beginning it always helps to keep in mind some ways that you can impress your boss and progress in your career path. In this episode, we’re sharing our research on five different ways … Continued
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Jan 11, 2022 • 13min
Episode 60: The Balance Between Coaching and Managing
Details Ask 100 people if they have good common sense, and more than 95% will tell you they do. Ask them if they are good coaches, and almost as many will say yes. Executives we talk to assume that if they’re good managers, then being a good coach is like your shadow on a sunny … Continued
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Jan 4, 2022 • 15min
Episode 59: Expanding Access to Coaching
Details Demand for coaching within organizations is exploding. Yet certain barriers seem to be blocking the way for coaching to reach its full potential. In this episode, we will discuss the expanding access to coaching and the best practices every leader and organization should follow. Join us on May 23 & 24 for our award-winning … Continued
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Dec 29, 2021 • 13min
Episode 14: The Power of Teams
(Rerun) The companies that focus on teamwork and collaboration are the companies that maximize the strengths of individuals as well. Why? Because being a part of an effective team can bring forth wonderful increases in the work ethic and strength attributes of the individuals. In this episode, we are talking about teams and what leaders … Continued
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Dec 21, 2021 • 3min
Happy Holidays from Jack and Joe
Thanks for tuning into The 90th Percentile Podcast this year. In the book, Blueprint, the Yale scholar Nikolas Christakis, argues that over time we have developed a set of highly beneficial social features that lead us to love, community, friendships, and cooperation. He contends that we cannot escape our overall blueprint for goodness. After reviewing … Continued
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