Relationships at Work - a trust-driven leadership podcast
Russel Lolacher
Relationships at Work - the leadership podcast helping you build workplace connection, improve culture, and avoid blind spots. A relatable and honest show on leadership, organizational culture and soft skills, focusing on improving employee engagement and company culture to inspire people to apply, stay and thrive. Because no one wants leadership that fosters toxic environments at work, nor should they.Host, speaker and communications leader Russel Lolacher shares his experience and insights, discussing the leadership and corporate culture topics that matter with global experts help us with the success of our organizations (regardless of industry). This show will give you the information, education, strategies and tips you need to avoid leadership blind spots, better connect with all levels of our organization, and develop the necessary soft skills that are essential to every organization.From leadership development and training to employee satisfaction to diversity, inclusivity, equity and belonging to personalization and engagement... there are so many aspects and opportunities to build great relationships at workThis is THE place to start and nurture our leadership journey and create an amazing workplace.
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Mar 12, 2024 • 38min
Leadership Skills to Coach Through Fear at Work w/ Gerardo Segat
In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with international leadership coach and consultant Gerardo Segat about what we fear and how to coach through that fear as leaders.Gerardo shares his insights and experience in...Leadership through fear managementPyramid of fearsThe Bullet Train and Regional Train approaches to coaching fearTransforming fear into strengthThe necessity of psychological safetyCoaching with diversity in mindAnd connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime
Mar 7, 2024 • 8min
Curse of Knowledge - Leadership Needs To Take Off Its Comfy Shoes
In this episode of Relationships at Work, communications and leadership nerd (and host) Russel Lolacher shares the problem with our curse of knowledge.In every industry and role, we get comfortable in our work. This leads to embracing unique ways of talking and expressing ourselves that might be a barrier to inclusivity. Russel will define what the curse of knowledge looks and feels like, as well the steps we can take to better communicate and connect with others through this challenge. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share with others.For more, go to relationshipsatwork.ca And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime
Mar 5, 2024 • 41min
Why Creative Conflict Is Key For Employee Engagement w/ HR Huntsman
In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with executive coach, consultant and speaker HR Huntsman on why leaders need to introduce creative conflict into the workplace to improve employee engagement. HR shares his insights and experience in...The importance of creative conflictTrust as the foundation:Leadership's role in fostering an innovative cultureCreative conflict as a catalyst for innovationCreative conflict as a pathway to engagement and productivityBasing conflict in curiosity and inquiry over direct confrontationAnd connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime
Feb 29, 2024 • 9min
How to Make Work Values Valuable for Employee Engagement
Learn how to make work values valuable for employee engagement in this podcast. Discover the importance of operationalizing company values with real examples. Explore how to establish and implement organizational values for a successful workplace culture. Find out how to create a valuable work environment through authentic values that truly engage employees.
Feb 27, 2024 • 48min
How to Manage Workplace Bullying and Abrasive Leaders w/ Dr. Laura Crawshaw
In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with researcher, author and psychotherapist Dr. Laura Crawshaw about how organizations can better manage bullies and abrasive leaders in the workplace.Laura shares her insights and experience in...Understanding abrasive behaviourThe fear and lack of knowledge leaders have of interventionThe importance of management responsibilityCollective action and advocacyLeadership development and coachingProactive measures to prevent abrasivenessAnd connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime
Feb 22, 2024 • 10min
What Leadership Needs to Consider Before Conducting Employee Interviews
In this episode of Relationships at Work, communications and leadership nerd (and host) Russel Lolacher asks us to consider employee interviews from the viewpoint of the employee and how a leader can help.Onboarding interviews, Stay (or better yet, Thrive) Interviews and Exit Interviews are not always great experiences for the employee. And it has nothing to do with how productive they may or may not be but everything to do with their psychological safety, workplace culture and relationships. Russel will walk through the questions employees should ask themselves and their organization and the things we as leaders need to consider to set these interviews up for success. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share with others.For more, go to relationshipsatwork.ca And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime
Feb 20, 2024 • 46min
How To Plan For The Future Of Leadership Skills Training w/ Jen Buck
In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with author, speaker and master leadership trainer Jen Buck on planning for the future of leadership training programs.Jen shares her insights and experience in...Evolving expectations in the workforceLeadership development is a shared responsibilityThe importance of blended Learning solutionsFocus on power skillsThe vital role of HR in leadership trainingEmbracing people-first leadershipThe importance of adaptation and personalization in leadership trainingAnd connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime
Feb 15, 2024 • 8min
Proximity Bias vs Remote Work - Addressing the Leadership Struggle
In this episode of Relationships at Work, communications and leadership nerd (and host) Russel Lolacher challenges us as leaders to acknowledge and address our own biases, specifically proximity bias as it pertains to remote work. Proximity Bias is the tendency of leadership to show favouritism or preferential treatment to employees that are close to them physically. With the rise of remote work and hybrid work and employee expectations around this way of working, this bias could be on the rise. Which only reduces our organization's ability to embrace diversity, equity and inclusivity. Russel will walk through the possible impacts, benefits of addressing our bias and steps we can take to minimize it.If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share with others.For more, go to relationshipsatwork.ca And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime
Feb 13, 2024 • 47min
How to Hire For Workplace Culture Fit and Ensure It Sticks w/ Dr. Sabrina Starling
In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with psychologist and author Dr. Sabrina Starling on how we can ensure we hire for workplace culture fit and keep that alignment consistent.Sabrina shares her insights and experience in...The importance of culture fit.Addressing toxic leadership.Defining core values.Positive reinforcement and immutable laws.Addressing misalignment.Accommodating diversity and neurodiversity in hiring.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime
Feb 11, 2024 • 11min
Why It's Important Leadership Defines The Pursuit of Power at Work
In this episode of Relationships at Work, communications and leadership nerd (and host) Russel Lolacher illustrates the importance of defining power and our pursuit of it in the workplace.What is power? More importantly, what is power to US? Us, as individuals? As we move along our leadership journeys, it's important that we understand the path we want to follow and what our idea of success and power might look like. Russel will walk through multiple steps to consider to set us up for our own success. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share with others.For more, go to relationshipsatwork.ca And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime
