Grow Strong Leaders Podcast

What changes have managers needed to make to lead remote teams during the pandemic? My guest Wayne Turmel Wayne is the co-founder of the Remote Leadership Institute, and author or co-author of 12 books including The Long-Distance Leader: Rules for Remarkable Remote Leadership, which he wrote with Kevin Eikenberry. Wayne has spent 25 years in the leadership and communication skills space, the last 15 specializing in virtual communication and remote work.You’ll discover: The biggest concerns that leaders have about remote workersWhat adjustments managers and workers alike have needed to makeThe impact of isolation and loneliness on performanceHow to shift from transactional calls to in-depth conversations that reveal potential issues and needsHow technology both facilitates and interferes with communication and productivity Check out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedInFollow Meredith on TwitterDownload the free ebook Listen Like a Pro

Are you clear about the message that your personal brand communicates to potential clients? My guest Ben Baker has literally written the book on this, and he shares valuable insights that will help you clarify your message. We also discuss actions to take when dealing with a crisis like the pandemic. Ben is the president of Your Brand Marketing, an Employee Engagement Consulting firm.  For nearly 25 years, he’s been helping companies, and the people within them understand and communicate their unique value to others. He’s also the author of two books, Powerful Personal Brands: and his latest one, Leading Beyond a Crisis. His latest project is Podcast Host for Hire, providing a done-for-you service for companies that want to have a podcast.You’ll discover: What “personal brand” is and why that’s important for your businessHow to create an unforgettable experience before and after your clients buyWhat a company needs to create beyond a mission, vision and values statementHow to create a compelling story to make your brand memorableWhy it’s important to reach out to current clients during a crisisCheck out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedInFollow Meredith on TwitterDownload the free ebook Listen Like a Pro

Do you ever have conflicts with people who don’t think or act like you? This episode is for you. My guest Merrick Rosenberg has studied personality differences for the past 25 years and knows a thing or two about this topic! Merrick created a unique model for teaching the DiSC behavior styles that’s easy to remember and apply. We had a great conversation about recognizing another person’s personality preferences and adapting your approach to reduce conflict and enhance communication.You’ll discover: Why Merrick replaced DiSC with the names of four birdsThe difference between “behavior style” and “personality.”How to recognize a person’s personality even if you just met themWays to adapt your approach or presentation to address all four stylesCheck out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedInFollow Meredith on TwitterDownload the free ebook Listen Like a Pro

Would you like to take your performance to the next level? My guest Dre “All Day” Baldwin has learned what it takes to do just that. Since 2005, Dre has built a content publishing empire! Since 2006, he’s produced 7,000+ YouTube videos with more than 73 million views. He’s authored 27 books and has given 4 TED talks. In this interview we discuss his latest book, Work On Your Game, and the four principles that have guided his actions since college. You’ll love Dre’s passion, substance and stories!You’ll discover: The importance of understanding The Third Day as it relates to disciplineWhy asking “Who do I need to BE?” Is such a powerful question in developing confidenceHow mental toughness served Dre in his goal to be a professional basketball playerWays you can use personal initiative to achieve the results you wantCheck out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedInFollow Meredith on TwitterDownload the free ebook Listen Like a Pro

Want to know what service-oriented marketing and sales look like? My guest Robert Grabel explains his approach, which makes it easy for him to acquire new clients. You’re sure to get ideas you can apply to your own business development efforts! Robert created his firm Nonprofit Now! to provide organizations and their leaders with the support they need to change the world. Nonprofit Now! offers leaders customized services that nonprofits need to grow and thrive, such as Executive Coaching, Board Development, and Fundraising. In late 2020 Robert will release his first book, Just Do the Work: The Portable Nonprofit Coach.   You’ll discover: How Robert transitioned from cold-calling as a financial advisor to reaching out to people who already know, like and trust himThe email message that gets results for Robert when he invites his connections to have a conversationWhy Robert has 3-4 conversations instead of just 1 with a prospective clientThe distinction Robert makes between consulting and coachingCheck out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedInFollow Meredith on TwitterDownload the free ebook Listen Like a Pro

How can you take a fresh look at your work so you and your team continue to innovate and adapt to change? Katharine Halpin founded her firm The Halpin Companies 25 years ago to fill a void she saw in her CPA career. Katharine has helped leadership and management teams increase their effectiveness in engaging each other and their colleagues, her clients tend to grow 2-3x because of the innovation that gets ignited from the new work environment. She’s the author of Alignment for Success, and we discuss key ideas from this book. Come prepared to take notes from all the nuggets Katharine shares!You’ll discover: The areas in work and life that need to be aligned in order to achieve lasting successSuggestions for being productive in a remote work environmentHow to create a safe environment that encourages people to come up with innovative ideasThree self-care actions you can take in order to work at your bestHow to create Strategic Think Time to ensure you’re focused on the right actionsCheck out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedInFollow Meredith on TwitterDownload the free ebook Listen Like a Pro

What’s it like to record a conversation with someone you’ve worked with for 30 years? Join me for this discussion with my long-time business partner, Dr. Denny Coates, about our new book, Connect with Your Team: Mastering the Top 10 Communication Skills. We talk about some of the skills and how they contribute to team collaboration and productivity. Denny is a prolific writer. In addition to this book, Denny has published three books in 2020 for parents: How Your Teen Can Grow a Smarter Brain, Connect with Your Kid, and Preparing Your Teen for Life. You’ll discover: Why this book is different than other books about workplace communicationInterpersonal skills that have a positive impact on othersA key leadership skill that’s not used often enoughThe role of peer coaching in building stronger teamsHow the 10 skills can be used in coachingCheck out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedInFollow Meredith on TwitterDownload the free ebook Listen Like a Pro

Do you get nervous when you need to speak in public? Whether you’re new to making presentations or a seasoned professional speaker, you’ll want to catch my interview with Michael Gelb. He’s known for his life-changing presentations on creative leadership, genius thinking and conscious business. Michael shares several strategies from his new book, Mastering the Art of Public Speaking: 8 Secrets to Transform Fear and Supercharge Your Career. He also tells remarkable client stories that will inspire you to tap into your own creativity. You’ll discover: What’s behind the fear most people have about public speakingHow you can transform fear and get the butterflies to fly in formation2 simple ingredients for excellenceWhy mindmaps are better than an outline for creating and remembering your presentationThe 5 elements for structuring your message so your audience will remember itLearn more about Michael Gelb’s services and resources here: https://michaelgelb.com/Visit http://GrowStrongLeaders.com to learn more about our assessment and development tools, and grab your free guide, “The 5 Secrets to Getting Better at Anything.”Check out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedInFollow Meredith on TwitterDownload the free ebook Listen Like a Pro

Have you been wanting to write a book but keep putting it off because you find the task too daunting? If so, this episode is for you! My guest Mike Capuzzi is an expert at helping business owners become published authors of short, helpful books (shooks™). In his latest shook, The 100-Page Book, Mike shares his proven formula anybody can use to author, publish and leverage a shook to create a position of authority, differentiate one’s business and attract more ideal customers.You’ll discover: Why short, helpful books are one of the most powerful marketing tools you’ll ever createThe top 3 reasons for being a published authorQuestions to answer before you begin writing your bookWhat you need to include in a shook to make it compelling and effectiveExamples of Mike’s clients who’ve published a shook and how it helped their businessCheck out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedInFollow Meredith on TwitterDownload the free ebook Listen Like a Pro

Would you like to have greater influence with people at work? My guest Deb Coviello provides important insights for making subtle adjustments to your beliefs, words and actions that can increase your impact. Deb is the Founder of Illumination Partners and host of The Drop in CEO podcast. She applies her 20+ years of experience in Quality and Operational Excellence to help clients identify, assess and solve the issues that are preventing business growth. Our conversation is packed with practical tips you can apply in your business and at home.You’ll discover: The skill Deb helps leaders work on first to increase their effectivenessHow limiting beliefs about oneself affect the possibilities you can see and considerThe difference in weak and powerful language when your goal is to influence and get resultsWhy feedback is an essential skill for every leader…and how to do it rightCheck out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedInFollow Meredith on TwitterDownload the free ebook Listen Like a Pro