Play to Win
What do mirrors, hand sanitizer, and a grumpy bunch of elevator riders have in common? They’re the stars of this mind-bending episode about solving the RIGHT problems! Join us for a wild ride as we unpack how one building’s “slow elevator” crisis led to a brilliant plot twist. Spoiler alert: Sometimes the solution has nothing to do with what people are complaining about! Ready to level up your problem-solving game? Going up!
ONE powerful theme can transform your entire team in 2025. Yes, ONE. From turning dreaded meetings into can’t-miss collaborations to making prioritization actually stick, we’re sharing real stories of teams who’ve cracked the code. Plus, discover why the best time to start isn’t January 1st (plot twist: it’s right now!). Time to turn those team areas of focus into results!
Plot twist: January 10th might be more important than January 1st! Welcome to National Quitters Day (yes, it’s a real thing!), when 80% of resolutions wave the white flag. But hold onto your party hats – we’re flipping the script on quitting! Join us for some fresh insights on why the “fresh start effect” might be playing tricks on you, and discover why the third Monday in January could be your new favorite holiday. Time to turn quitting season into winning season!
Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of emotional self-management and personal empowerment. Ever found yourself saying, “You make me so mad” or “You wind me up”? It’s time to take a step back and explore how those phrases inadvertently hand over your personal power to others. Tune in to learn how to reclaim your emotional autonomy, manage your inner thoughts, and kickstart your leadership edge today.
Today, we dive into a topic that’s often whispered in the hallways yet rarely brought to the forefront: gossip within organizations. Join us as we unpack the dual nature of gossip and how it can either undermine or strengthen organizational culture. We discuss how informal conversations around the water cooler aren’t always a bad thing and explore the potential of harnessing positive gossip to foster inclusion and camaraderie among team members.
Voting isn’t just a right; it’s a responsibility that holds tremendous power. Regardless of your state’s political leanings, your voice matters for every position on the ticket. We explored how voting is expressing our values and standing for what we believe in. Remember, democracy is an action—so make it count. If you’re eligible and able, go out and vote, because your vote truly matters. Thanks for listening, and keep the conversation on voting alive!
In today’s episode, we dive into the intriguing concept of ‘debate’ within organizations. With a real-life example from a team looking to foster more discussion, they explore the diverse reactions and definitions people have around the word “debate.” Join us as we unpack why healthy debate and conflict are often necessary for teams to achieve their goals and make critical decisions. Whether you’re curious, apprehensive, or enthusiastic about debate, this episode is sure to offer valuable insights into enhancing communication and decision-making within your team.
In this episode, we discuss Rose Zhang’s “effortless power” in a golf swing, and how this principle can serve as a powerful analogy for personal and professional growth. By examining the contrast between “effortless power” and “powerless effort,” we discuss how maintaining composure, being adaptable, and working smarter can lead to more fulfilling outcomes. Join us as we tee off on another engaging discussion to kickstart your leadership edge.
Today, we’re diving into the cool world of your AirPods Pro to uncover some seriously game-changing leadership hacks. Learn how the settings on your AirPods Pro—transparency, adaptive, and noise cancellation—can be powerful metaphors for leadership. Learning to filter out unnecessary noise, adapt to different environments, and know when to be transparent can significantly enhance your leadership game.
