Every leader wants to get the best out of their people. And employees want to make a rich contribution at work without burning out. But it’s a real challenge if you don’t know how to design work experiences that meet the unique needs of employees in the new paradigm. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Create-Your-Own-Happy-Space-for-Productivity-with-Clare-Kumar
When you’re trying to lead game-changing growth, it’s easy to hit roadblocks and wonder, “Why can’t we make faster progress?” But when leaders understand there are three “Growth Igniter Paradoxes” at play, their organizations become less vulnerable to disruption. They can increase their impact and accelerate new growth. https://workmatters.com/Igniting-Game-Changing-Growth-with-Pam-Harper--Scott-Harper
If you want to create more time, reduce errors and scale your business, following the right systems helps you do that. And it might seem like an overwhelming process to create systems that work. But creating the right systems does not have to be time-consuming, difficult or complicated. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Smart-Ways-to-Systematize-Your-Business-with-David-Jenyns
Leaders have to ask a lot of questions. And under pressure, they may not ask the best questions. But the words you choose and language you use have a significant effect on how you influence the conversation and other people. https://workmatters.com/Asking-the-Important-Questions
Almost 70% of C-suite executives say they are seriously considering quitting for their well-being. This is based on a new report from Deloitte and market research firm, Workplace Intelligence . The topic of workforce burnout continues to make headlines. Both workers and executives are affected, and they’re placing a higher priority on well-being. But there is a big gap in perception. Executives significantly overestimate how well employees are doing. And C-suite executives are struggling with bu...
Once you get clear about what you really want to achieve in your business or life, it might be hard to know exactly where to start. But there are practical ways to accelerate progress that don’t require pushing so much. https://workmatters.com/Five-Practical-Ways-to-Accelerate-Progress
Your ability to prioritize is one of the most important keys to your success as a leader. Prioritizing well also helps you live your best life. But many people lose sight of priorities, or they don’t know how to determine what their priorities truly are in the first place. This is a timely episode for people who are rethinking goals or trying to respond well to change. Or for those people who simply feel overwhelmed. https://workmatters.com/How-to-Get-Your-Priorities-Straight...
Many leaders feel the pressure to move more quickly. The pace seems faster. People are out and about, traveling more, going places. At the same time, stress is increasing with the great resignation, supply chain problems and employee mental health issues--anxiety, depression. Burnout is real, happening at all levels. So Gayle Lantz encourages leaders to do some kind of “midyear reset”–with their teams and themselves–not simply to make course corrections, but for their own personal well-being. Sh...
In business, making a pitch can make or break your business. And many leaders struggle to deliver the perfect pitch when stakes are high. But it can be done, not simply with words, but by sharing more of who you are in the process. Gayle Lantz speaks with “The Killer Pitch Master,” Precious Williams. Precious shares valuable ideas to master any kind of pitch–whether you’re looking to win new clients, sell your ideas, attract funding or you’re just trying to explain what you do. Find the full sho...
Most leaders want to grow their business. And many work too hard to make that happen. But purpose-driven leaders and entrepreneurs look beyond growth to consider the impact they want to make through their business. They want to make the world a better place. The good news is they don’t always have to work so hard in the process. Clear focus on priorities is key Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Going-Beyond-Growth-to-Make-the-World-a-Better-Place-with-CEO-Chanie-Gluck...
Celebrating big milestones is important in leadership and life. But celebration alone is not enough. Capturing lessons learned along the way benefits you and other people with whom you share your lessons. Gayle Lantz celebrates her 100th episode of CEO on the Go Podcast. So this episode captures her reflections on podcasting, gratitude to listeners and leadership lessons that can apply to anyone. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Celebrating-a-Big-Milestone...
It’s time to reimagine marketing, especially in such a noisy world. Many leaders recognize the growing importance of communicating a clear message and making their organizations stand out. But they don’t know where to start when building their brand. Some try to figure it out themselves. Others outsource to professionals in the field. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Building-Your-Brand-to-Cut-Through-the-Noise
Sometimes even the most successful, accomplished executives don’t understand the race they’re running. They lose sight of where they are trying to go. Some are on the path to burnout. Yet they’re conditioned to keep running, even beyond a finish line… So they keep going. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/What-race-are-you-winning
It’s graduation season. Graduates throw their caps toward the sky to celebrate, but deep down many are anxious. They don’t really know what they’re reaching for in their lives. If you’re a recent graduate, you’re likely feeling pressure to have your career goal “figured out.” Where do you start? There’s a lot of advice out there. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Leadership-Advice-for-Recent-Graduates
One of the biggest challenges leaders face is managing conflict. It’s natural to think of conflict as a problem. But as author, Marlene Chism, explains, “Conflict is not the problem. Mismanagement is the real problem.” Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/From-Conflict-to-Courage-with-Marlene-Chism
As a leader, people come to you with problems. And problem solving can feel like a heavy weight. But it doesn’t have to--when you learn how to help generate positive thinking. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/How-to-Ask-Better-Questions-When-Theres-a-Problem
In your leadership role, you may lose sight about what’s happening around you, especially if you tend to insulate yourself or get caught up in the “busyness.” Or you may worry too much about your own performance or what people think about you. But leadership is ultimately about elevating others. It requires standing tall in your own way and keeping the focus on your team--through many ups and downs. The journey is much like an elevator ride. Find the full show notes at: https: //workmatters.com/...
A lot of people are complaining about feeling exhausted. And there are many possible explanations. Some of the most common reasons include lack of sleep, “COVID brain” or working too many long hours. But the real reason may not be what you think. It has more to do with HOW you’re working. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/The-Real-Reason-You-May-Feel-Exhausted
Leaders who are serious about growing their business know they must grow themselves as well. It is a long journey filled with many rewards. But there will be twists and turns along the way. The journey requires a commitment to growth, being open to new experiences and continuous learning. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Investigating-the-Personal-Leadership-Journey-of-CEO-Kelly-Todd
No matter how hard you try to stay focused and productive during the day, chances are good that something will get in your way. Disruptions are to be expected and they can derail you…if you let them. But those leaders who understand how to minimize disruptions power through their day differently. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Dealing-with-Everyday-Disruptions
Many leaders are struggling to keep up with the fast pace of change. And they are being tapped to move into new positions without much notice. It is easy to feel unprepared, overwhelmed -- like you’re losing your grip. But those leaders who maintain a strong trust in themselves and their teams fare best. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Hold-on-Tight-When-You-Go-Fast
“The harder you work, the luckier you get.” At least that’s what some people think. But there are other ways to create your own luck that don’t have to be arduous. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/How-to-Create-Your-Own-Luck
Employee retention is a huge challenge for many organizations across different industries. Every month 3 to 4.5 million employees quit their job according to the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. One third of new employees quit after about 6 months. Many organizations are losing top talent. It looks like the trend will continue. Organizations are trying different approaches to address the issue and many solutions seem to be logical. But even the most logical, common, well-intended solution...
There just never seems to be enough time to get everything done. And you may reach the end of a week without feeling like you’ve accomplished anything important. But the good news is you can get an hour back every day…when you think you can. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Get-Back-an-Hour-Every-Day-with-Les-Watson
Next-level business growth is exciting and filled with new challenges. But to achieve success at new levels of growth, CEOs must step into their roles differently. This episode offers leadership insights about successful business growth through the lens of a CEO who is preparing for new growth while making a positive impact in his business, his industry and the community. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Preparing-for-Next-Level-Growth-with-CEO-Jose-Ramon-Riestra...
Strategic planning is changing. Gone are the days of complicated monolithic strategies that last for years. Organizations can no longer rely on models or approaches that originated decades ago in a different business environment. The idea that you should develop strategy every 3-5 years is outdated thinking. Yet many organizations are stuck in old ways for many reasons. Find the full show notes at: https: //workmatters.com/The-New-Empowered-Model-for-Strategy-with-Martyn-Drake...
The future of work is not really in the future. It’s now. And with the accelerated pace of change, leaders face tough new challenges. But the future of work is not a problem to solve. It’s an opportunity to reimagine. Now is the time for CEOs to reframe the questions they’re asking--to influence how people are even thinking about the questions. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Reframing-the-Future-of-Work-Writing-the-Headlines-for-2022-with-Jeff-Schwartz...
When you decide to challenge the status quo, you’re taking a stand for those you lead and serve. You’re making a commitment to do things differently--to be more disruptive and less disrupted. And you’re also issuing an invitation for other people who share the same mission to see new possibilities and to let go of what’s not working anymore. Your team must generate new ideas, processes or commitments to prepare your organization for the future--which is now. What got you here won’t get you where...
Many people easily fall into a January slump. The holidays have faded, the weather is gloomy and there’s a general melancholy that seems to be in the air. However, a slump can happen at any time. Leaders have extra pressure to get out a slump quickly when it happens. It’s their job to keep everyone else going and to be a positive influence. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Getting-Out-of-a-Slump
Now more than ever, organizations are at risk of losing talent unexpectedly, so building leadership bench strength is even more important. But while many organizations acknowledge the importance of developing leaders, many are falling short. Traditional leadership development approaches do not adequately prepare leaders for today’s unprecedented challenges (or those in the future). Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Build-Your-Leadership-Bench-Strength-Now...
