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Unleashed E72: Jeff Wetzler - Tapping into the Wisdom of Others

Wed, 01 May 2024 09:45:00 -0600

Have you ever wondered how to truly understand what someone else is thinking and feeling? Research shows there's one effective way: ask them. But here's the catch - asking the right questions is a skill, and it's one that can be learned.

In this episode of Unleashed, host Jeff Tetz is joined by author and accomplished leader Jeff Wetzler, who shares common-sense leadership ideas to help you make a greater impact. They discuss the importance of asking the right questions and the skill of truly listening to others.

Stay tuned as they delve into the art of asking questions, learning from mistakes, and embracing uncomfortable truths. Plus, find out how to tap into your own potential for self-expression and growth.

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Unleashed E71: Lori Ann Muenzer - The Champion's Mindset

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:50:00 -0600

In this episode of Unleashed, host Jeff Tetz welcomes Laurie Ann Munzer to the studio for an in-person interview.

Laurie Ann shares pivotal moments, emphasizing the importance of embracing challenges and pushing beyond perceived limits. Her message resonates deeply as she encourages listeners to believe in themselves, trust their instincts, and pursue their dreams relentlessly.

As the episode concludes, Laurie Ann leaves us with a powerful reminder: we all have more in the tank than we think. With her infectious enthusiasm and unwavering determination, Laurie Ann inspires us to think big, play hard, and find joy in our pursuits.

Don't miss this opportunity to tap into the champion's mindset and embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment!

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Unleashed E70: Karina Birch - How Authentic Leadership Grows your Business

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 09:55:00 -0600

In this insightful episode of the Unleash Results Podcast, host Jeff Tetz delves into the transformative power of authentic leadership with Karina Birch, the mastermind behind turning a small soap company in a quaint Rocky Mountain town into a nationwide success story.

Learn how Karina's journey of self-leadership and recognizing successes propelled her business from its humble beginnings to becoming a major player with multiple stores and hundreds of employees.

Discover the invaluable lessons Karina shares, including the importance of celebrating victories, embracing naivety, and making business an adventure. Dive deep into her leadership philosophy and uncover the secrets to fostering curiosity, resilience, and growth in both yourself and your business.

Unleashed E69: Scott Tillema - Navigating Difficult Conversations

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0600

In this enlightening Unleashed episode, dive deep into the art of navigating hard conversations with compassion and empathy.

Join host Jeff Tetz as he unpacks insights from a seasoned crisis negotiator, Scott Tillima. From facing audiences of hundreds to managing high-stress situations, Scott shares invaluable lessons learned through his experiences.

Gain a fresh perspective on humanity, understanding that pain and imperfection are universal. Explore the importance of leading with compassion in difficult dialogues, and discover practical tips for fostering connection and resolution. Scott's expertise shines through as he offers guidance on conflict resolution and negotiation, leaving listeners with a renewed sense of hope and empathy. Don't miss out on this enriching conversation that promises to inspire and empower.

Unleashed E68: Erica Ehm - The Art of Re-Invention

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0600

In this episode, join host Jeff Tetz as he delves into the art of re-invention with the remarkable Erica Ehm.

From her groundbreaking days at Much Music to her current role empowering women in the media, Erica shares invaluable insights on resilience and seizing new opportunities.

Whether you're seeking guidance on navigating career transitions or simply craving a dose of motivation, this episode offers invaluable wisdom and encouragement.

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Unleashed E67: Christopher Littlefield - Conflict Resolution for Teams

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:34:14 -0600

Join host Jeff Tetz for an eye-opening continuation of his conversation with workplace culture expert, Christopher Littlefield. In this second part, they delve deeper into the intricacies of navigating difficult conversations and fostering understanding in high-stakes environments.

Christopher shares insightful anecdotes from his experiences, offering a unique perspective on the power of empathy and appreciation in resolving conflicts. From heartwarming encounters to practical advice on building effective communication strategies, this episode is packed with valuable insights for both professionals and individuals seeking to improve workplace dynamics.

Discover how simple gestures of kindness and appreciation can break down barriers and open doors to meaningful connections. Christopher's passion for empowering others to navigate complex interactions shines through as he discusses the importance of making communication accessible and actionable for everyone.

Let's unlock the potential of workplace communication together!

Unleashed E66: Christopher Littlefield - Employee Appreciation Done Right

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 11:34:48 -0600

In this episode of Unleashed, host Jeff welcomes Christopher Littlefield, an expert in employee appreciation and workplace culture to delve into the transformative power of appreciation in both personal and professional relationships.

Together, Jeff and Christopher explore the misconception that recognition requires grand gestures or deep conversations. Instead, they emphasize the importance of small, genuine gestures like saying good morning or sharing a laugh. As leaders, understanding what matters to our employees is key to improving their experience and, in turn, customer satisfaction.

Join the conversation and discover how small acts of appreciation can create a ripple effect of positivity. Don't miss out on Christopher's valuable insights—tune in now!

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Unleashed E65: Judy Riege - Emotional Intelligence for Leaders

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0600

In this episode of Unleashed, join Jeff Tetz as he has an insightful conversation with Judy Riege, an expert in emotional intelligence and leadership development. In this engaging discussion, Judy delves into the critical importance of nurturing leadership energy and harnessing the power of emotional intelligence in today's fast-paced business world.

Judy captivates viewers with her wealth of knowledge and practical advice. Discover why maintaining high energy levels is crucial for leaders to thrive, driving innovation and fostering a positive organizational culture.

Explore the concept of pausing and resetting when our energy reserves run low, and learn how small decisions and choices can make a big impact on leadership effectiveness. Judy's expertise shines as she provides actionable tips, tactics, and frameworks for enhancing emotional intelligence and unlocking personal and professional success.

Whether you're a seasoned leader seeking to reignite your passion or an aspiring entrepreneur looking for guidance on navigating leadership challenges, this episode offers invaluable insights and inspiration. Tune in to discover the keys to unleashing your leadership energy and leading with authenticity, resilience, and impact.

Unleashed E64: Elizabeth Dunn - The Science of Happier Spending

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0600

In this episode, host Jeff Tetz is joined by renowned expert Elizabeth Dunn from the University of British Columbia for an eye-opening discussion. Dive into the fascinating world of happiness economics as Elizabeth shares groundbreaking research on how to maximize the joy derived from our purchases. Learn practical strategies for allocating your resources in ways that promote lasting satisfaction and well-being. From the importance of investing in experiences over material possessions to the joy of giving to others, discover actionable insights that will revolutionize your approach to spending.

Don't miss this enlightening episode packed with evidence-based tips for cultivating a happier and more fulfilling life through mindful consumption. Tune in now and unlock the science of happier spending!

Unleashed E63: Steve Jones - Brand Like a Superstar

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0600

Embark on a journey at the crossroads of music, business, and leadership with host Jeff Tetz in this dynamic episode of Unleashed. Join Jeff as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Steve Jones, exploring the striking parallels between rock 'n' roll and entrepreneurship. Dive into captivating anecdotes about legendary rock bands like Foo Fighters and visionary leaders such as Amazon's Jeff Bezos, as Steve unveils the shared creative processes and strategies that drive both industries. From reminiscing about underappreciated 80s bands to sharing encounters with music icons, this episode is a treasure trove of insights and inspiration.

Discover the power of risk and clarity as Steve imparts his wisdom that "the risk of insult is the price of clarity." Tune in for a riveting discussion that will leave you motivated to embrace bold risks and ignite your own path to success.

Unleashed E62: Zoe Chance - Making Influence Your Superpower

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Jeff sits down with renowned author and expert in influence, Zoe Chance, to discuss the pivotal role of influence in business success. Zoe shares practical insights and strategies from her book "Influence is Your Superpower," offering valuable tips on leveraging influence for professional growth. From navigating negotiations to building strong professional networks, Zoe's expertise shines through as she delves into the nuances of persuasion and effective communication. Join the conversation as they explore the intersection of influence and business, uncovering key tactics for achieving success in today's competitive landscape.

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or aspiring business leader, this episode provides actionable advice to elevate your influence and drive business growth.

Unleashed E61: Liz Wiseman - Impact Players

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 09:45:00 -0600

Most employees want to do a good job, be valuable, and have an impact. Yet in many companies leaders don't foster Impact-Player traits. This leads to disengagement and poor results. Leaders must recognize, develop, and support their Impact-Players.

Listen as host Jeff Tetz talks with Liz Wiseman a world-renowned expert in organizational leadership about what it means to be a impact player.

Unleashed E60: Laura Gassner Otting - Redefining Success

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 09:45:00 -0600

Champions live in a state of Wonderhell, constantly bouncing between feeling wonderful and being overwhelmed and uncertain. Recognizing these feelings, leaning into the emotions, and developing loving critics are the keys to ongoing success.

Listen as host Jeff Tetz talks with best-selling author Laura Gassner Otting about her upcoming book. Wonderhell explores the traits and strategies of successful people in various vocations and walks of life.

Unleashed E59: Nick Thompson - Rebounding from Business Failure

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 09:30:00 -0600

At times leading our companies is like walking through a minefield. One wrong step could be disastrous. Being able to first recognize and then step around these mines is essential for getting to reaching our destination.

Listen as host Jeff Tetz talks with Nick Thompson, the former CEO of North America’s largest promotional products conglomerate.

Instead of focusing on what we should do in leading our firms, Nick shares a few pitfalls we must avoid to succeed.

Unleashed E58: David Burkus - The Surprising Science of High Performing Teams

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 09:30:00 -0600

Recruiting the best talent doesn’t drive performance. Only 40% of a team’s performance is linked to the skills and knowledge of the individuals. The rest comes from how the team functions.

Listen as host Jeff Tetz speaks with David Burkus, a global expert on team dynamics and performance.

Unleashed E57: Tom Morris - Turning Lemons into Lemonade

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Today we overvalue security and comfort. If we stay in our comfort-zones too much, we won’t grow, learn, and progress. Our organizations won’t innovate. We must get comfortable with discomfort.

Listen as host Jeff Tetz talks with Tom Morris who is known as the World’s Happiest Philosopher.

In this episode, Tom describes how our society has swung too far towards security and comfort, and how we must push ourselves to take more risks and get used to living in uncertainty.

Unleashed E56: Will Gadd - Making Decisions in Uncertainty

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 08:38:54 -0600

Avoiding all risk is a path to failure. If we never take risks, we stay in a comfort zone and never grow, change, or learn. But approaching uncertainty and risk in the right way ensures that we maximize the benefits.

Join host Jeff Tetz as he talks with adventure athlete Will Gadd about his philosophies and process for operating in uncertainty.

Unleashed E55: Dave Kline - The Manager’s Playbook

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 10:45:00 -0600

Most first-time managers fail. This is costly for organizations. However, with the right playbook, managers can improve their chances of success, and better recruit, engage, and develop their people.

Listen as host Jeff Tetz as he talks with Dave Kline about his management playbook and how it can improve the odds of having successful managers and leaders in your organization.

Unleashed E54: Shawn Kanungo - Becoming Indispensable

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 21:03:13 -0600

Remaining in the status quo is dangerous for both individuals and organizations. If you don’t drive change, you are likely to be changed by some kind of disruption.

Listen as host Jeff Tetz talks with author and innovation expert Shawn Kanungo about how innovation and adaptation need to be part of every healthy culture.

Unleashed E53: Tasha Eurich - How Others View You

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0600

Lack of self-awareness could be costing you time, money, and relationships. 95% believe they are self-aware, but the research shows that only 10-15% of us truly are. But the good news is we can train ourselves to be more self-aware and help those around us do the same.

Listen as host Jeff Tetz talks with Dr. Tasha Erich, a researcher, author, and organizational psychologist who’s passionate about helping leaders, employees, businesses, and marriages get better by focusing on raising self-awareness.

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Unleashed E52: Amy Gallo - Getting Along with Difficult People

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:19:40 -0600

The best vision, strategy or talent will fall short if people in your organization don’t get along. Could incivility, friction and conflict be holding you back?

Listen as host Jeff Tetz talks with Amy Gallo, an expert in human interactions and workplace dynamics, about how a lack of harmonious relationships can hold people and organizations back, and what to do to address this problem.

Unleashed E51: Michael Bungay Stanier - How to do Work that Matters

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -0600

Have you set a worthy goal for your development?

Join host Jeff Tetz as he talks with Michael Bungay Stanier about his research into what makes a goal worthy, how to set one, and why it’s important we have one.

E50 Tim Caulfield - Debunking Misinformation

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -0600

Misinformation is all around us. It can create tension and polarization in the workplace, in our homes, and in our social circles. The good news is if we can learn how to debunk it right out of the gate, it can't take a foothold in our work culture or our relationships.

Listen to host Jeff Tetz's conversation with Tim Caufield to learn how to spot it, how to debunk it, and how to help others do the same.

E49: Annie Duke - Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -0600

Is persisting always the best decision? How do we decide when to stick and when to quit?

In this episode, host Jeff Tetz talks with former world poker champion turned leadership scientist Annie Duke about Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away.

E48 Lise Vesterlund - Putting a Stop to Women’s Dead End Work

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 11:00:00 -0600

Lise Vesterlund’s research has uncovered that organizations are wasting precious skills and knowledge by assigning a disproportionate amount of non-promotable work to women. For women, this leads to working longer hours leading to burnout, stress, and disengagement.

Are you underutilizing the skills and knowledge of the women in your organization?

Listen now as host Jeff Tetz talks with Lise Vesterlund about Putting a Stop to Women's Dead End Work.

E47: Dan Pink - The Power of Regret

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 11:00:00 -0600

Do you live a life without regrets, or do you wish you could have a “do over?”

Most people have regrets, according to Dan Pink’s research.

And there is a right and wrong way to deal with them to maximize their benefits for you personally and for your organization.

Listen now as host Jeff Tetz talks to best selling author Dan Pink about The Power of Regret.

E46: Bob Sutton - Work is Overrated

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 17:20:07 -0600

We live in a time where work and career achievements often become our identities. If we live our lives for the rat race, says Bob Sutton, we tolerate a lot of stress, friction, “bullshite and clusterfugs.” Having spent his entire life training leaders and managers, he shares his surprising rules for success. Three reasons to tune in:

Learn Bob’s “twelve things I believe in” when it comes to running a successful business.
Understand the core causes of workplace frustration, headaches and friction, and how to avoid them.
See how reframing work, life and success makes all the difference.

E45: Roger Martin - When More is Not Better

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 07:21:12 -0600

According to Roger Martin, efficiency has turned into a damaging obsession for business leaders. Instead, we need to seek a productive balance between the pursuit of efficiency and the nurturing of resilience.

Three reasons to tune in:

Understand how the principles driving 200 years of remarkable economic growth are now casing more harm than good.
See how to flip-the-script to a more sustainable approach to performance.
Learn the productive and practical roles for business executives, political leaders, educators and citizens to bring about this productive balance.

E44: Leidy Klotz - Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 13:50:07 -0600

We live in an additive time, a time of more - more to-dos, choices, information, change, and options which can quickly overwhelm us. Leidy Klotz believes what we really need to do is subtract. Subtraction helps us to right size our companies, strategies, and lives so we can better surf the waves and achieve better focus and results.

Three reasons to tune in:

Learn how designers, rock stars, Nobel-prize winners and everyday heroes are using subtraction to dismantle racism, advance knowledge, heal the planet, and even tell better jokes.
Understand how to revamp your day-to-day life to do less and achieve more.
For leaders, explore how to take subtraction to your organization and make results easier for those you lead.

E43: Tim Arnold - Lead with AND

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 18:51:18 -0600

Problem solvers love to use the word, “but” which unfortunately is one of the most polarizing words in the English language; it can push people away and make them feel like you are against them. Instead, Tim Arnold tells us that great leaders choose to use the word “and” builds a bridge to collaboration, openness, and engagement.

Three reasons to tune in:

See the power of moving beyond traditional “either/or” thinking by unlocking the power of “both/and.”
Understand how AND thinking is not about compromise (splitting the pie) but about true collaboration (increasing the size of the pie for all parties).
Use balanced tensions alongside AND thinking to move from one right answer to exponential opportunities.

E42: Dr. Adizes - Why Corporations Grow and Die

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 13:53:01 -0600

In a world of rapid, disruptive change, how can you grow your business with more certainty and confidence? Dr. Ichak Adizes developed a system to build mutual trust and respect in a company so that it can better handle risk, surprises, and change. He spent the last 50 years proving out the system which has now seen remarkable and consistent results in a broad range of organizations, industries, and groups.

Three reasons to tune in:

See how organizations that are better integrated internally grow faster externally.
Explore how to unleash diversity to its fullest through a safe, full-participation culture.
Remove cultural and leadership impediments to growth and achieve higher performance.

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E41: Kim Scott - Radical Candor

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 19:41:14 -0600

How often do unpopular opinions, information and perspectives go unvoiced and later come back to bite us? Kim Scott took her experiences of working at leading companies like Apple, Google, and others, and unearthed what makes some teams thrive while others struggle. In a phrase, radical candor.

Three reasons to tune in:

Hear how great teams interact differently than those who struggle, and how they communicate with facts, directness, and care.
Learn the two dimensions of radical candor and how with both we can communicate powerfully, directly, and still maintain engagement and buy in.
See how, as a leader, you can model the way to radical candor within your organization.

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E40: Tiffani Bova - 10 Stages of Organizational Growth

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 12:16:48 -0600

Growth and innovation strategy will either make – or break – your business. Tiffany Bova has de-mystified growth in the face of stiff competition and a fast-changing business environment. She has identified 10 simple growth paths, and how to apply them to build the right strategy for you.

Three reasons to tune-in -

Understand how to evaluate your competitive landscape to know which growth path will have the greatest impact.
See how great leaders are countercyclical, knowing that the best time to create the next big opportunity is when things are going well, not when things are struggling.
Learn from the experiences of diverse organizations like Red Bull, Marvel, and Starbucks as well as smaller, owner-operated firms.

E39: Adam Grant - The Power of (Re)Thinking

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0600

We are all expected to think, but how often do we question our own thinking processes?

Adam Grant is an expert on opening other people’s minds, and his recent work focuses on unlearning, relearning, and thinking again. Too many of us favor conviction over controversy, status quo over innovation, assumptions over facts, and certainty over doubt. But it is within these very habits that, if we can rethink, we can grow.

Three Reasons to Tune In:

Understand how biases, habits and assumptions undermine our critical thinking skills.
Supercharge your ability to influence by recognizing that persuasion is less about truth and reason, and more about process, questioning and listening.
Learn how to develop a rethinking habit for yourself and your organization to ensure better decisions making and greater success.

E38: Annie Duke - Decision Making for Today‘s Leaders

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:33:00 -0600

What do you do when faced with a big decision? Generate a pros and con list? Get caught in analysis paralysis? Only to finally go with your gut?

There is a better way to make quality decisions. A way that allows you to think clearly, feel more confident, second-guess yourself less, and ultimately be more decisive and be more productive.

Bestselling author and former professional poker player Annie Duke lays out a series of tools anyone can use to make better decisions.

Tune in to -

Learn how to identify and dismantle your own hidden biases.
More accurately identify the influence of luck in the outcome of your decisions and therefore how to learn from past decisions.
Know when to decide fast, when to decide slow, and when to decide in advance.

E37: Shelle Rose Charvet - Words That Change Minds

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 07:30:00 -0600

As leaders we need to be effective influencers to be productive. But did you know that the specific words you choose can have a significant impact on your ability to influence and motivate others?

Shelle Rose Charvet has spent the past three decades helping people leverage The Language and Behavior Profile (LAB Profile®), a tool for understanding how people and groups process information, make decisions and are motivated to act. Using this tool allows us to notice and respond with just the right influencing language to persuade and inspire those around us.

Three Reasons to Tune In:

Understand the different profiles people have for taking in information, making decisions, and choosing actions.
Discover how language and word selection triggers specific responses in listeners depending on their profiles.
Learn a methodology to use in conversation to effectively influence others.

E36: Jim Detert - Choosing Courage - An Everyday Guide to Being Brave at Work

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 06:51:00 -0600

Does your organization embrace a culture of courage? Or do you - or others - bite your tongue in fear of saying something unpopular or facing recrimination? How often do the people in your organization fear speaking up to you?

Workplace courage is acting because it feels right and important to stand up despite the potential for serious career, social, psychological, and even physical repercussions for doing so.

Jim Detert has discovered that workplace courage is in short supply today and has become a champion of helping individuals and organizations become more courageous. Courageous cultures help people feel safe and help surface more diverse viewpoints, leading to better decisions and actions.

Three reasons to tune in:

Explore the concept of Truth to Power, the set of behaviors for confronting or challenging others, acting with more autonomy than you technically have, protecting or promoting others, and owning your mistakes.
Learn how to have candid conversations that ensure commitment to bold aspirations and actions.
Understand the steps in the Courage Ladder, a development process we can all follow to develop our own workplace courage.

E35: Karen Eber - Persuading People Through Good Stories

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 07:47:00 -0600

Human beings are wired for story. From our earliest ancestors, knowledge, culture, and information was passed from one generation to the next through story. Even today, research shows people are persuaded more and learn faster through story than through charts, graphs, and facts.

Yet how often do we skillfully leverage storytelling at work? Karen Eber, a top TED speaker and “Leader Whisperer,” believes anyone can learn to be a great storyteller, and story skills are essential for leaders.

Three Reasons to Tune In:

Learn why stories are more effective than data in building trust and how storytelling affects our brains.
See why people respond to vulnerability in storytelling.
Discover how to come up with good ideas for your best stories.

E34: Alison Fragale - How to Make Leadership a Level Playing Field for Women

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 05:41:00 -0600

Most women don’t advance in their careers because of their own limiting assumptions. Often, according to the research, women are far less likely than men to take a shot at a new role or opportunity when they feel they aren’t fully qualified.

Most women assume that their performance will speak for itself, and opportunities will find them rather than seeking them out.

Alison Fragale, a champion for women’s advancement, believes that if women could get out of their own way, we would benefit from seeing more of them in leadership positions.

Three reasons to listen:

Understand the research behind how women and men self-promote differently.
Learn approaches to overcoming the self-limiting assumptions.
Listen to how we can all be part of the solution to removing barriers to diversity and inclusivity in our organizations.

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E33: Annie Korver - Truth, Reconciliation and Our Path Forward

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0600

September 30th, 2021 marked Canada's first ever Truth & Reconciliation Day. Honour this important initiative by listening to this authentic, raw conversation with Annie Korver. Annie is on a mission to advance indigenous participation and inclusion in Canadian businesses. Grow your understanding of Canadian history, and strengthen your culture of inclusion.

More than ever the opportunity exists for organizations to proactively participate in, support, and partner on economic development activities with Indigenous communities and ventures. Through thoughtful conversations and planning, values-led reconciliation can become a reality.

E32: Greg McKeown - How Great Leaders Make Success Easy

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0600

We all spend time doing things we don’t want to – low value tasks and priorities that steal our time, energy, and focus. And then we wonder why we don’t achieve the most important outcomes we want in life.

Hear Greg McKeown, author of Effortless, debunk the myth that to achieve greater results we need to work harder.

E31: Jeff Tetz - Accelerating Out of the (Down) Turn

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 13:49:40 -0600

2020 is behind us, vaccine rollout has started, & an economic recovery is coming. Is your business ready to accelerate out of the downturn? We've turned the tables in this episode - our Host Jeff Tetz will be interviewed by Global News Anchor, Quinn Phillips, for this important and timely topic! This conversation explores six important strategies that will help ensure your team is accelerating before it's too late.

E30: Amy C. Edmondson - Psychological Safety and High Performance

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 12:59:57 -0600

Leaders who understand and create psychological safety build high performing organizations. Psychological safety isn't about being nice though, it's about giving candid feedback, openly admitting mistakes, and learning from each other. It's about trust and vulnerability. Amy Edmondson, a Harvard Business School professor and author of the book The Fearless Organization, talks about the concept of psychological safety and how companies with a trusting workplace ultimately perform better.

E29: Tracy L. Dumas, PhD - Personal + Professional Boundary Management

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 13:24:29 -0600

Tracy Dumas, associate professor of management and human resource at The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, talks about how our personal and professional lives interface and benefit one another - and how we should all capitalize on this. When you are engaged at work, you're using a particular set of skills and cognitive resources. When you step away from work, you engage in activities that require a different set of skills. This is incredibly beneficial and allows us to come back to work with a sense of recovery and engagement.

E28: David C Baker - Positioning Your Organization Ahead of the Competition

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 13:51:37 -0600

If you can't articulate how your organization is different from competitors clearly and succinctly, what reason does your clientele have to buy from you? There are many good businesses with good people out there, but the businesses that really thrive are the ones that can properly position themselves in the marketplace from their competitors. David C. Baker, the author of The Business of Expertise, talks about how to market and position your organization ahead of the competition.

E27: Cathy Salit - Your Workplace is a Stage, Learn to Master It

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 13:54:33 -0600

We are all natural born performers! When we improvise and perform in ways we have not done before, we can discover new internal territory and grow. Cathy Salit, bestselling author of Performance Breakthrough: A Radical Approach to Success at Work, talks about how leaders and organizations can use the art and science of performance to become more than they thought they could be!

E26: David Marquet - Growing Followers into Leaders

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 14:27:07 -0600

The problem with the traditional leader-follow model used by most companies in the world, is that it influences people to comply, rather than think and initiate. Former US Navy Captain David Marquet, bestselling author of Turn The Ship Around, talks about intent-based leadership and how to create workplaces where everyone contributes and where followers grow to become leaders.

E25: Mark Crowley - Heart-Based Leadership: How to Ignite People’s Potential

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 16:16:50 -0600

When you lead from the heart, your people will follow. Mark C. Crowley, best-selling author of Lead From The Heart, talks about heart-based leadership and how to create employee engagement that moves people to do extraordinary work and achieve remarkable performance.

E24: Lee Vinsel - Has Our Obsession with Innovation Disrupted the Work That Matters Most?

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 14:45:57 -0600

Innovation is the hottest buzzword in business! But what if the benefits of innovation have been exaggerated and we've put too much faith in technology to solve our problems? Lee Vinsel, co-author of The Innovation Delusion, talks about how our obsession with finding the next big thing has distracted us from the work that matters most.

E23: Dan Coyle - Simple Insights into Creating Extraordinary Culture

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 15:01:13 -0600

Where does great culture come from? How do you build and sustain it in your group, or strengthen a culture that needs fixing? Digging deeper into his award-winning book “The Culture Code”, Daniel shares specific strategies that trigger learning, spark collaboration, build trust, and drive positive change. Culture is not something you are—it’s something you do.

E22: Trevor Muir -Values-Based Decision Making

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 13:44:10 -0600

Trevor is the CEO of Surepoint Group, and is responsible for the strategic direction and operational management of the company. He has a proven track record of maximizing operational efficiencies by focusing on a culture of constant improvement and the highest level of customer satisfaction.

E21: Ted Kouri - Top 5 Things You Need to Get Ready for 2021

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 14:55:02 -0600

Ted Kouri thrives when working with clients to tackle issues related to growth strategy, business planning, and communications. Ted shares 5 things organizations can immediately start doing to position themselves for success in 2021.

E20: Kim Cameron - The Effects of Positive Leadership

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 14:21:17 -0600

Positive Leadership shows how to reach beyond ordinary success to achieve extraordinary effectiveness and spectacular results. Kim Cameron will explores the extraordinary success that results from positive leadership practices in organizations. Examples of tools and techniques which lead to improvement in the performance of both employees and their organizations are discussed.

E19: Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg - Are You Solving the Right Problem?

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 16:14:51 -0600

What's Your Problem?: To Solve Your Toughest Problems, Change the Problems You Solve. The key is reframing, a crucial, underutilized skill that Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg thinks that you can master. Thomas offers a simple, three-step method - Frame, Reframe, Move Forward - that anyone can use to start solving the right problems.

E18: Wayne Baker - Unlock the Power of Asking for Help

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 12:42:09 -0600

What is the one skill standing between us and success? The ability to ask for the things we need to succeed. Wayne Baker shares a set of strategies—used at companies like Google, GM, and IDEO—that individuals, teams, and leaders can use to make asking for help a personal and organizational habit.

E17: Buster Benson - The Art of Productive Disagreement

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 15:37:23 -0600

Buster Benson shares a new framework that frees you from the trap of unproductive conflict so you can foster healthier, more productive relationships. He argues that when properly channeled, conflict can be the most valuable tool we have at our disposal for deepening relationships, solving problems, and coming up with new ideas.

E16: Sheila Heen - Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 16:03:35 -0600

It is challenging to have productive conversations that turn feedback into real learning. Sheila Heen will explain why getting feedback is so crucial yet so challenging, and will offer a powerful framework to help us take on life’s blizzard of off-hand comments, annual evaluations, and unsolicited advice with curiosity and grace.

E15: Tina Opie - Shared Sisterhood: Allyship Across Difference

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 17:01:30 -0600

Are you leveraging equity & inclusion to drive collaboration in your organization? Dr. Tina Opie, an award winning researcher, consultant, and professor joins us to discuss how leaders can assess their own inclusion and equity practices, while developing a strategy for their businesses. She provides tangible and practical advice on how create a more equitable workplace that results in a more creative, innovative, and productive organization.

E14: Gerry O’Brion - Why Customers Choose You

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 15:27:40 -0600

Gerry O’Brion's Power of BECAUSE framework has helped tens of thousands of CEOs, business owners and sales teams stand out from the sea of sameness and grow their sales. The genesis of Gerry’s work, and ultimately his Framework of Influence, started when he worked for large-company marketing divisions and discovered that even the top executives didn’t know why customers picked one competitor over another. In cluttered, noisy, competitive situations this was a big surprise, and answering this question became his mission.

E13: Michelle Anne Johnson - Building Credibility and Influencing Others

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 15:08:08 -0600

Are you delivering your message in a way that builds your leadership credibility and influences others? With techniques used by professional performers and storytellers, Michelle Anne Johnson believes you can leverage speaking engagements so that you're building your personal brand - and getting more done through and with other people.

E12: Tim Arnold - The Power of Healthy Tension

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:59:26 -0600

Do you know how to manage the tensions in your business to create a competitive advantage? Leaders are ineffective when they can’t navigate conflicting points of view. Tim Arnold helps you understand the chronic issues that hold back leadership and teamwork, so you can thrive!

E11: Jim Harris - Adapting Your Company in a Digital Age

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:58:34 -0600

Digital disruption and rapid change surround us. Most organizations are facing the need to transform in order to survive and thrive. Jam Harris talks about what digital transformation is, and questions if its something we should care about or of it is just a passing fad.

E10: Michael Lombardi - Winning by Seeing What Others Miss

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:57:45 -0600

Three-time Super Bowl winner Michael Lombardi talks about how your organization can win by seeing what others miss. Michael shares the blueprint from his best-selling book, Gridiron Genius, that makes a successful organization click, and the mistakes unsuccessful firms execute that keep them on the losing side time and again.

E09: Brad Stulberg - Keys to Performance and Well-Being

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:56:53 -0600

Are you achieving and sustaining high levels of performance? Is your organization? Brad Stulberg goes over three keys to performance and well-being as individuals and organizations. Topics include how to cultivate and harness inner drive, how to challenge yourself and your organization in the direction of growth, and how to stay true to your purpose and core values.

E08: Tom Peters - Managing in a Time of Crisis

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:55:57 -0600

Tom Peters is one of the foremost leadership thinkers of our generation. He is passionate about putting people first within an organization's priorities. Tom explores how to manage in a crisis, and how to put people first when you can't physically wander around an office or engage in face to face conversations.

E07: Drew Dudley - Leadership: Creating Moments of Personal Impact

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:54:35 -0600

Leadership is completely messed up. At least that’s what leadership expert Drew Dudley thinks. Drew will change the way you think about leadership by addressing: what's wrong with leadership today, how leadership now is no different than before the pandemic, the 6 essential questions of leadership, and how to create moments of personal impact.

E06: Sarah Noll Wilson - Connecting Deeply in Times of Disconnection

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:53:30 -0600

Humans are wired to connect. Building relationships is essential to our survival both physically and psychologically. Research shows that the support we receive from our networks keeps us happy and healthy by helping reduce stress. Sarah Noll Wilson explores the traps, tips, and techniques to move our relationships from transactional to transformational.

E05: Megan Burns - Customer Experience

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:52:27 -0600

How you treat customers has always affected the bottom line. These days, a good customer experience is more important than ever. It is also harder. Megan Burns shares tips, tricks, and best practices to help you create the seamless, personal, digital experience your customers crave.

E04: Dr. Karen MacNeill - The Resilient Leader: How to be Well and Excel

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:50:09 -0600

How can we be the best for ourselves and our businesses in these chaotic times? Building resilience and taking care of our mental health has never been more important. Dr. Karen MacNeill leads a discussion on how to protect our mental health, and implement skills to excel and thrive as a resilient leader.

E03: Alison Fragale - Negotiation: The Science of Relationship Management

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:49:11 -0600

Alison Fragale shares three key strategies for effective negotiation: how to pick your moment, how to pick your medium - when face to face isn't an option, and how to pick your strategy. Alison discusses the science of what the best (and worst) negotiators do, and how leaders can help their teams solve everyday challenges, both big and small, through negotiation.

E02: Amber Mac - Relentless Adaptation

Sat, 15 Aug 2020 13:10:26 -0600

Best-selling author and tech expert Amber Mac shares a step-by-step process on how to keep your business alive and running during unprecedented times. While many leaders might feel helpless, there is an opportunity to adapt and become an organization that the country needs right now. Amber shares real-world examples of how businesses are pivoting to make a difference.

E01: John Spence - Leading in Turbulent Times

Sat, 15 Aug 2020 13:07:59 -0600

It is easy to focus on things we are not able to control: the pandemic, the politics and the overall economy. As leaders we need to be aware of these factors, but real effort needs to go into the things we CAN control. Best-selling author, and top 100 thought leader John Spence shares five key areas business leaders should focus their efforts.