The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

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 can … Continued The post Episode 14: The Power of Teams- A Leadership Lesson From My Siberian Husky first appeared on ZENGER FOLKMAN.

Do you think your boss is judging you fairly? What effect does their opinion have on your performance? Today we are diving deep into our data to prove that if your boss thinks you’re awesome, you will become more awesome. Connect with Joe Folkman on LinkedIn, Twitter,  or Facebook. Sign up for our Newsletter for … Continued The post Episode 13: If Your Boss Thinks You’re Awesome, You Will Become More Awesome first appeared on ZENGER FOLKMAN.

It is becoming apparent that the best leaders are good coaches. Assuming that most of us would like to become better leaders, what lessons can we learn from those seen by their colleagues as outstanding coaches? In this episode, Jack Zenger shares six down to earth lessons we can learn from the most effective coaches. … Continued The post Episode 12: Six Lessons From The Most Effective Coaches first appeared on ZENGER FOLKMAN.

The work at home revolution resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic has brought about some of the most dramatic changes ever thrust on leaders. Moving from seeing and speaking personally to direct reports almost every day to occasionally connecting on-line, in conference calls, or on Zoom is a significant change. In this episode, Jack Zenger offers … Continued The post Episode 11: The Checklist of Excellent Virtual Leadership Practices first appeared on ZENGER FOLKMAN.

Leaders are under pressure.  Are there certain skills that can even make a difference in a crisis?  In the episode, we cover a Zenger Folkman study that compared leadership 360-degree assessments before and after the pandemic that revealed five essential skills needed for this new era. Questions: Do I balance getting results with a concern for … Continued The post Episode 10: Leaders Under Pressure-5 Essential Skills for the New Era first appeared on ZENGER FOLKMAN.

Joe Folkman interviews Dorie Clark about her research on how leaders can stand out and get noticed. Download our eBook to read the full interview. Dorie Clark, a consultant and keynote speaker, teaches executive education at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School, and she is the author of Entrepreneurial You, Reinventing … Continued The post Bonus Episode- Stand Out and Get Noticed, with Dorie Clark first appeared on ZENGER FOLKMAN.

It’s obvious that business is moving faster and faster and that to keep up, leaders at all levels need to know how to pick up the pace. Is there a correlation between speed and perceived leadership effectiveness? Today we will discuss Joe Folkman’s Harvard Business Review article, based on his book Leadership Speed. Connect with … Continued The post Episode 9: The #1 Growing Competency- Leadership Speed first appeared on ZENGER FOLKMAN.

Productivity improvement lies at the heart of our ability to maintain a high standard of living.  The most effective organizations are those whose productivity gains exceed their competitors. In the episode, Jack Zenger shares solutions from his article, “The Productivity Improvement Steering Wheel: 7 Powerful Steps Every Leader Can Take.” Connect with Jack Zenger on Twitter, LinkedIn, … Continued The post Episode 8: 7 Steps To Improve Employee Productivity first appeared on ZENGER FOLKMAN.

In the workplace, decisions can be a building block of a successful career, or they can be the reason for failure. Some people try to escape the possibility of failure by avoiding making difficult decisions, but that is not helpful either. Today we are discussing the art of becoming a decisive leader. Click HERE for … Continued The post Episode 6: The Art Of Decisive Leadership first appeared on ZENGER FOLKMAN.

Welcome to “The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast” Achieve Excellence, Elevate Your Leadership Skills to the 90th Percentile Welcome to “The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast,” a weekly exploration of leadership excellence hosted by three renowned experts in the field. Our podcast is tailored for aspiring leaders and seasoned professionals alike, seeking to … Continued The post Introducing: The 90th Percentile first appeared on ZENGER FOLKMAN.