

Shannon Waller's Team Success
Shannon Waller
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.
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Feb 8, 2021 • 11min
The Dangers Of Hiring Corporate
You became an entrepreneur to escape the confines of the corporate world and invest your energy in results, not arbitrary demands on your time and effort. And that means the last thing you want is a team member with a corporate attitude slowing down the energy and innovation of your business. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller walks you through the questions you should ask, warning signs to look out for, and right-fit clues to help you in the hiring process.

Jan 21, 2021 • 38min
Tips For Becoming Unhackable — Author Interview with Kary Oberbrunner
Do you struggle with staying focused and on task? Are your energy and attention leaking in all different directions? You’re not the only one … and there IS help! In this episode of the Shannon Waller’s Team Success podcast, Shannon interviews Kary Oberbrunner, a longtime Strategic Coach® client and the author of Unhackable: Close the Gap Between Dreaming and Doing, to learn his top tips for stopping those energy leaks at the source, bulletproofing your focus and productivity, and, ultimately, achieving your wildest dreams.

Jan 6, 2021 • 10min
Why Building Trust Leads To Better Teamwork—And Productivity
Are you actively building trust among your team members? Research shows that a connected team is a productive team, and as a team leader, it’s up to you to start building those bridges. It may feel like getting down to business is the fastest route to getting results, but there’s plenty to be gained by slowing down and getting real. Keep listening to this week’s episode of the Team Success podcast to learn the best strategies for improving your team’s focus, productivity, and connection.

Dec 23, 2020 • 8min
The Cost Of Not Being “Energetically Committed”
Have you taken on projects only to later find you were lacking the enthusiasm to complete them? Tune in to Shannon Waller’s discussion on how to refine your decision-making, steer clear of wrong-fit projects, and excel as a hero to the right audience.

Dec 10, 2020 • 10min
How Are You Looking At 2021?
It’s difficult to plan for the future when life feels uncertain, and that’s a reality we’ve all been living with this year. However, even though we don’t know what 2021 will bring, we can still make progress toward our goals. We can still plan to provide great leadership, to engage in incredible teamwork, and to respond creatively to new challenges. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon looks at the three most common ways people have responded to the pandemic, and offers her expert tips for transforming today’s uncertainty into tomorrow’s success. Keep listening to learn more!

Nov 25, 2020 • 8min
The #1 Silent Teamwork Killer—And How To Avoid It
There are plenty of reasons why teamwork falls apart: poor communication, unclear expectations, lack of leadership … but more often than not, it comes down to reliability. No matter how professional, skilled, or charming you are, if people can’t depend on you to show up on time, do what you say, finish what you start, and say please and thank you, no one is going to want to work with you—and teamwork will grind to a halt. Here’s what you need to know.

Nov 10, 2020 • 1h 26min
The Four Keys To Success For Sales Leaders — with Guest Mark Cox
Every entrepreneur is on a first-name basis with unpredictability. It’s just a part of the deal, and nowhere is that more true than when it comes to sales. But what if there were a way to actually create a process for sales that can be taught, replicated, and proven to work? In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller interviews expert sales coach and consultant Mark Cox, where he reveals his revolutionary concept, the Four Keys to Success for Sales Leaders. You’ll learn the strategies, processes, and tools you need to create a winning sales team—and take the guesswork out of your biggest uncertainty.

Oct 28, 2020 • 7min
Why It’s Not Enough To Be An Expert
As an entrepreneur, you’ve worked really hard to become an expert in your field. You know your clients expect the best, and you assume you’ll be rewarded for your knowledge. However, that’s just the starting point. It’s the bare minimum required to get your clients in the door. If you want to actually retain them long-term, it’ll take a lot more. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller shares the three most important ways entrepreneurs can create real value for their clients—and lasting relationships with them. Keep listening to learn more!

Oct 16, 2020 • 51min
Turning Teams Into Heroes And Customers Into Raving Fans: An Interview With Patti Mara
In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller speaks with Patti Mara, a successful entrepreneur, longtime coach for Strategic Coach®, and author of UpSolutions, an incredibly useful book for any entrepreneur looking to take their value creation and relationship-building skills to the next level. In the interview, Patti shares the three mindset shifts necessary to transform your team members into heroes, your customers into fans, and your challenges into opportunities—and why that consistently leads to long-term success. Keep listening to learn more!

Sep 29, 2020 • 11min
Shorten Your Stride: The Entrepreneurial Secret To Navigating Uncertainty
When life gets unpredictable and planning for the future feels impossible, successful entrepreneurs don’t just give up on their goals. They change tactics. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller walks you through a simple and effective process for managing uncertainty, communicating expectations to your team and clients effectively, and working toward your goals, even in the most chaotic of circumstances.


