Coaching isn’t just for sports. It can also help a career that’s a little out of sorts! In this episode, the hosts delve into the world of coaching with special guest Melissa Schreibstein, an executive coach certified by the International Coaching Federation. Together, they explore the definition and impact of coaching, emphasizing its relevance for stressed-out leaders in today's volatile work environments. They unpack the qualities of a successful coach and share invaluable tips for enhancing ...
Jun 06, 2023•20 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Get ready to embrace the uncomfortable on this episode of the Grow Further podcast. The hosts dive deep into the world of feedback, exploring its triggering nature and the anxiety it can elicit. From personal to professional relationships, they discuss how feedback plays a crucial role in growth. Join them as they unravel the secrets to navigating feedback and fostering stronger connections, one uncomfortable conversation at a time. Also in this episode: The misconceptions surrounding feedback H...
May 23, 2023•18 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Can you relate to being your own worst enemy or finding it easier to focus on your weaknesses than your strengths? If so, you aren’t alone. In this Grow Further podcast episode, the hosts discuss the importance of focusing on one's strengths in addition to working on weaknesses. They explore how the negativity bias affects people and why it is challenging to overcome. Also in this episode: How focusing on your weaknesses can be demotivating The benefits of investing time in your strengths What p...
May 09, 2023•22 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Move over David Copperfield, because in this episode, the hosts get their Houdini on as they discuss John Gottman's discovery of the 5 to 1 magic ratio in relationships. Apparently, if you have five positive interactions for every one negative interaction, your team may be more succesful. They talk about a study that looked at 60 different teams and found that positive interactions were key to team success. So, whether you're trying to keep the love alive or get that promotion, remember: abracad...
Apr 25, 2023•19 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Relationships are built on trust which can either be enhanced or eroded based on the way we respond to people when they share good news. This episode explores Active Constructive Responding (ACR), a communication technique that enables you to multiply the joy of others and is an absolute game-changer for both our personal and professional relationships. When someone chooses to share good news with you, they are truly giving you a gift-- the opportunity to build closeness and connection. This is ...
Apr 11, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Dr. Darria returns to Grow Further to explore the impact of our tendency to compare ourselves to others in this relevant and sobering episode. The conversation explores the challenges we face as we are hit with the “realities” of social media, the perception of others, and how when we “Dare to Compare” we often find ourselves burned. Listen in for tips to combat burn out in the age of social media and beyond. Also in this episode: “Comparitonitis” and why comparing ourselves to others is part of...
Mar 28, 2023•25 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this episode, the hosts chat with their friend, Dr. Darria Long, about her recent study uncovering the causes of burnout in women. The key findings will surprise you and Dr. Darria’s tips on how to avoid feeling the burn are applicable and helpful for all. These 20 minutes are exactly what you need to make sure you don’t get burned to a crisp. Also in this episode: The causes of burnout all people face The “Do It All” Discrepancy Why we may have it worse than those who came before us For more...
Mar 14, 2023•20 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Spiderman isn't the only one who needed to hear these words of wisdom. On this episode of Grow Further, the hosts are reminded of the power of our impact on others, especially the mental health of those we love and lead. Join them as they discuss the findings of a recent study by the Workplace Institute where 69% of participants reported their manager and partner to have the greatest impact on their mental health- greater than that of their medical doctor or therapist. Listen to this episode for...
Feb 28, 2023•14 min•Season 2Ep. 5
YOU are part of a culture whether you know it or not. Family culture, work culture, gym culture, societal culture, you name it. In this episode of Grow Further, the hosts are kicking off a conversation about culture by defining what it is, how it impacts us, how we impact it AND why it matters. Also in this episode: How the five people you spend time with most, impact you Why joining a new office or team can be like immersing yourself in a foreign country The beauty of being boring Why it’s impo...
Feb 14, 2023•15 min•Season 2Ep. 4
When you get physically hurt, you’re prepared with a first aid kit. But what do you when you get an “ow-ie for your attitude”? Olympic ski medalist Bonnie St. John returns to talk about why you need a first aid kit for your attitude and what practical little things can you do to get results right away. Also in the episode: Why you need protein and water in your diet Why her team has a shared photo album What’s in Bonnie’s first aid kit and how it made her into who she is today Bonnie's books: ht...
Jan 31, 2023•14 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Change isn’t easy. In this episode, Paralympic medal winner Bonnie St John and Chris bond over their recent moves to new homes. During this gold medal interview, they discuss what it takes to thrive in times of transition and take some control of the chaos change brings. Also in this episode: Tips on being resilient How identifying what brings you joy can give you energy Who inspires one of the most inspirational women Bonnie's books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Bonnie-St.-John/author/B001IGNT...
Jan 17, 2023•14 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In a world where we are often told “New Year, New You!”, Chris and Ellie challenge the construct of the traditional New Year’s resolution. Exploring a twist on goal setting for 2023, the duo talks about the upcoming year as one of re-discovery instead of re-invention. Chris and Ellie will also share their tip on how each of us can get back to “me” in 2023. Also in this episode: Why traditional goal setting can lead to burn out The importance of getting back in touch with yourself How to leverage...
Jan 03, 2023•13 min•Season 2Ep. 1
So many people believe they need to change who they are to meet the demands of the expectations, the goals, the boss, etc. Imagine having a learn-it-all leader who is also themselves no matter what pressure they are under. You always know you are seeing the real “them”. Michelle Peluso returns to tell us how she inspires trust with the demonstrated consistency of being herself. She also explains how confidence and being humble can make you more authentic and the life lessons she learned while on...
Dec 20, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 21
How do you keep getting better and growing further in a world that keeps changing? By staying curious. Michelle Peluso learned that from a young age. She tells us about the importance of her parents giving her independence, including letting her go to the Soviet Union as a teenager. She also tells us why leaders should be "Learn-It-Alls" not "Know-It-Alls." Curious about what else is in this episode? Michelle and Chris discuss: Why Leaders need a "To Learn" list Tips for being a "Learn it All" W...
Dec 06, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 20
You work out your body to stay fit, but what other parts of you need flexing? Just in time for Thanksgiving, Paul Carroll returns to talk about the importance of starting a gratitude routine to keep those gratitude muscles strong. He and Chris geek out over the neuroscience behind gratitude. They talk about why it’s so hard to express gratitude and the impact it could have on your team (and you). Also in this episode: Why you should scan your environment for positive things How to make time for ...
Nov 22, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Was it natural talent, her con artist father, or her principal asking her to give an impromptu speech that made Diana Nyad a storyteller? Find out in chapter two of Diana’s story. Diana also shares how cinema inspired her and how her own story is heading to Hollywood. Our hosts also talk to Diana about: Why we pursue our natural talents Being authentic and avoiding cliches Tips for better storytelling Picking one person to talk to Find out more about Diana's books, her past appearances and socia...
Nov 15, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Armed with only ear pods, our listeners take a deep breath, press play, and look to the horizon of possibilities before them as they embark on a journey to grow further in their professional lives. In this episode, swimmer and storyteller, Diana Nyad shares with us how intros like that and the stories we share can help bring listeners into our presentations. She tells us how starting in the middle of the story engages audiences and why it doesn’t take any more time to add some color when talking...
Nov 01, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Are you conning yourself with every “can’t”? Join us for part two of our interview with Kevin Carroll, where he reminds us that we’re our own worst enemy, setting unrealistic goals for ourselves and telling ourselves opportunities aren’t available to us. Kevin talks about looking for clever ways to reimagine those “cons” so that we can “maximize our day” in order to thrive instead of just survive. Our hosts also talk to Kevin about: How freely does your team play? Why “Simple Truths” last longer...
Oct 18, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 16
You didn’t get where you are by yourself. That’s one of many takeaways from Kevin “the Katalyst” Carroll, who is on a mission to empower greatness in individuals and organizations through the power of positivity, creativity and play. In this episode, find out how Kevin created a support network through sports, the library, and his neighbors; and how that network gave him the “grit, grace and gratitude” he needed to not become a statistic. Our hosts also talk to Kevin about: -Competing with yours...
Oct 04, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Many people believe that apologizing is a sign of weakness and intentionally do not use the words, "I'm sorry". It is likely that someone comes to mind for us all in our personal and/or professional lives that fits this category. Apologizing, in actuality, takes a great deal of strength and self-worth. Join us for part two of our interview with NYT best selling author and relationship expert, Dr. Harriet Lerner, where she explains what is takes for us to apologize and take accountability for thi...
Sep 20, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Do you make one of the top 4 apology mistakes when saying , "I'm sorry"? Join us for part one of this interview with NYT best selling author and relationship expert, Dr. Harriet Lerner, where she gives us a crash course on how to sincerely apologize including the top 4 mistakes we commonly make. Our hosts discuss the following with Dr. Harriet Lerner: Why apologizing matters Ingredients of a good apology 4 biggest mistakes when apologizing Connect with us at growfurtherpodcast@gmail.com Want to ...
Sep 07, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Have you ever had a moment that left you thinking W-T…and, you know the rest? A moment which may have otherwise sent you into a tailspin? You were in reactive mode and you knew it. Last time, the hosts talked about the benefits of responding to situations like this. Join the duo in this episode where they give you a strategy for mitigating your reactive reflexes and coming back to center. This time, our housts share some of their W-T…R moments with you and leave you feeling prepared to take on y...
Aug 23, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Reacting to a situation is what we are programed to do as humans. It might come as a surprise that acting according to the way we are wired is not necessarily going to get us the outcomes we’re hoping for in most situations. Join the hosts as they explore an alternative to reacting and provide tips for how to respond to situations in an effort to build connection and trust. In this episode, we discuss... The reasons we react The difference between reacting and responding Tips we can leverage to ...
Aug 09, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 11
While we can’t control how often others should on us, we can be aware of how frequently we should on others. “You should do this” or “you shouldn’t do that” finds its way into day-to-day conversations all too easily. Join the hosts as they explore the impact should-ing could have on relationships with those we love, lead, and serve. Let’s Grow Further together by empowering others to be in control of their own decisions and lives. In this episode, we discuss... What it means to should on others....
Jul 26, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Have you ever been misunderstood? Have you had a conversation and what you intended for the other person to hear is nowhere near what they actually heard? Words certainly matter, but so do our tone, body language, and actions. The things we say without actually saying them are called unspoken messages; and we send them all the time whether we want to or not. Listen to this episode, where we collaborate with Paul Carroll, to gain greater awareness of unspoken messages and how they impact the qual...
Jul 12, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 9
How often have you thought or said “I should” when it comes to making decisions? This is how "I should" live...this is who "I should" love...this is how “I should” look. While it seems fairly harmless, should’ing all over ourselves can be downright detrimental. Should’ing can bring us further from who we truly are and what we truly want. Join us as we cut ties with the “should” and start exploring the “wants”. In this episode, we discuss... The word “should” and the impact it has when we “should...
Jun 28, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Let’s face it...we all like to feel appreciated! How often, though, have we found ourselves feeling underappreciated by someone we care about? How many times have we realized we’ve taken someone else for granted? It happens and, the good news is, it can be avoided! Join us as we explore appreciation and how to effectively show it in this episode. In this episode, we discuss... The normalcy of taking those closest to us for granted The 5 Languages of Appreciation- what they are, how they can be d...
Jun 14, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Setting goals is hard; achieving them is even harder. How can we bring these into our reach? How can we create simplicity around a process that hasn’t always gotten us across the finish line? The answer could be simple...set identity-based goals. In this episode, we try to demystify the goal-setting process and provide some simple tips on how you can cast a vote for yourself and your goals. As you listen to this episode, think about the last goal you set for yourself and whether identity-based g...
May 31, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 6
When our check engine lights come on, it's an indication something needs attention. Unfortunately, it is much more obvious when something isn't quite right with our cars than when something isn't quite right within ourselves… or is it? Well-being and self-care have been the main topics of our discussions lately. Many of our listeners have asked a great question: how do you know when you should be putting more of an emphasis on well-being and self-care? In this episode, we discuss the answer whic...
May 17, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode, the hosts, along with Dr. Darria Long, discuss... The definition of burnout The potential impact of burnout Tips to bounce back from or prevent burnout, including how to triage your life and designing for chaos To learn more about Dr. Darria and her work, listen to her TED talk (https://youtu.be/nLjchFPvcQo) or visit drdarria.com/truevelab Connect with us at growfurtherpodcast@gmail.com
May 03, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 4
