Nick Courtright, founder and CEO of Atmosphere Press, a hybrid publishing company, discusses his approach to leadership and creating a positive culture at his company. He emphasizes hiring for kindness and creating a positive and supportive author environment. Courtright shares that his company has 24 guiding principles, including a good sense of humor, and prioritizes the author's experience. He also discusses the importance of accountability, taking responsibility for mistakes, and the value o...
Jul 18, 2024•45 min•Season 17Ep. 2
In this Leadership Without Losing Your Soul episode, you'll hear from Kim Ades, the founder of Frame of Mind Coaching, as she dives into the challenges leaders face and the significance of uncovering hidden limiting beliefs. Ades emphasizes leaders' need to prioritize self-care, ensuring that critical aspects of your life don't get neglected. Journaling, she points out, is an invaluable tool for gaining clarity and understanding your thinking patterns. When facing difficult situations or challen...
Jul 11, 2024•43 min•Season 17Ep. 1
In this episode, you'll explore when it might be necessary to quit a conflict or even leave a job. You'll learn specific phrases and questions to ask yourself to determine if it's time to walk away. Host David Dye shares personal stories and examples, illustrating the importance of speaking up and considering the impact of the conflict on your life. The episode wraps up with a heartfelt thanks for your support and promotion of their book, "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict." L...
Jun 13, 2024•21 min•Season 16Ep. 11
This episode will share effective ways to handle passive-aggressive behavior at work. Dealing with this type of conflict can be incredibly frustrating, but don't worry—we’ve got you covered with some powerful phrases to address it. Throughout the podcast, we’ll share examples of passive-aggressive behavior and teach you phrases to address it effectively. You’ll learn to describe what happened calmly, ask for clarification, and focus on specific goals or facts. It's crucial to stay calm and not r...
Jun 06, 2024•16 min•Season 16Ep. 10
In this episode, David Dye breaks down strategies for dealing with those chronic complainers at work. You know the types: "Mr. Whiny," who loves to complain for the sake of it, and the "Caring Complainer," who genuinely cares but shows it through constant griping and cynicism. For Mr. Whiny, it's all about addressing the behavior and not getting sucked into unproductive conversations. But with the Caring Complainer, you can use powerful phrases to shift your energy towards positive outcomes and ...
May 30, 2024•13 min•Season 16Ep. 9
In this episode, David Dye explores the all-too-common frustration of working with an indecisive boss. He shares practical strategies that you can use to navigate this challenging situation. David suggests using powerful phrases to pinpoint where your boss is getting stuck and to gain clarity on the decision-making process. He also advises demonstrating to your boss that acting is often easier than remaining in the status quo. He suggests making decisions feel less permanent by proposing a trial...
May 23, 2024•10 min
In this episode, you'll learn how to handle a manager who gives lazy, frustrating, and vague feedback. Drawing from the insights in his recent book, David offers practical phrases to navigate various feedback scenarios. Here's what you can do when you're faced with vague feedback, ask for specifics. Try saying, "Could you give me an example of what you're referring to?" If you're dealing with unfair ratings and feeling frustrated, express your concerns and seek a constructive solution. You might...
May 16, 2024•14 min•Season 16Ep. 7
Do you have a micromanager as a boss—what do you do? Tune in to this episode for some go-to phrases you can use to smooth things over and keep the interactions at work positive. Host, David Dye, also gives you a sneak peek at their new book, "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict." If your whole team needs a copy, there's a sweet deal waiting for you. Plus, don’t miss the part David tackles a listener's tough question about leading a team through supervisor changes. You'll get som...
May 09, 2024•28 min•Season 16Ep. 6
In this episode, you'll dive into the challenges of unlocking team potential when leading a team tangled in conflict. Imagine having a handbook of exactly what to say to calm the storm—that's what the book, "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict," offers you. You'll hear why it's crucial to tackle these conflicts head-on, transforming them into opportunities for growth and improved team dynamics. Picture yourself mastering the art of dealing with vents, misunderstandings, and even...
May 02, 2024•15 min•Season 16Ep. 5
In this episode, host David Dye delves into the pervasive challenge of unclear expectations in the workplace. David unpacks how such ambiguity can be the root of workplace conflict and offers precise language to help you articulate concerns and seek mutual understanding. For instance, in situations like deciding if turning on the camera during virtual meetings is necessary, phrases like "It appears we have different perspectives on this" can pave the way for open dialogue. David also highlights ...
Apr 25, 2024•10 min•Season 16Ep. 4
In this episode of "Leadership Without Losing Your Soul," you're diving into the art of setting healthy boundaries and saying no at work. Imagine you're in a sticky situation: a colleague wants you on a new project, but you’re swamped. Or maybe your boss is pushing you towards something that doesn’t align with your values. How do you push back without burning bridges? This podcast episode explores the importance of maintaining connection, being clear and curious, and staying committed to your bo...
Apr 18, 2024•16 min•Season 16Ep. 3
In this episode of "Leadership Without Losing Your Soul Podcast," David introduces you to 12 effective phrases to help you improve your communication skills and effectively navigate workplace conflict. He organizes these phrases into four critical areas: connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment. You'll learn to express care and investment through phrases like, "I care about you, this team, this project." He also encourages you to seek understanding with questions such as, "What would a suc...
Apr 11, 2024•18 min•Season 16Ep. 2
In this episode, David Dye discusses transforming workplace conflict to collaboration. He introduces four dimensions that can help alleviate and deescalate conflicts. The four dimensions are: connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment. David emphasizes the importance of having a conversation with oneself before engaging in conflict resolution and provides phrases and strategies for each dimension. David shares, "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict," which offers over 300 phr...
Apr 04, 2024•27 min
In this episode, you'll hear David catching up with Dan Michelson, the author of "Holy Shift: Moving Your Company Forward to the Future of Work." They tackle how critical trust is among leaders and the pivotal mindset shift needed to adeptly maneuver through the evolving work environment. Dan highlights the key elements like fostering community, opening doors for growth, cementing solid connections, and enriching employee experiences. He advocates for a transition from traditional management to ...
Mar 28, 2024•54 min•Season 15Ep. 9
In this episode, you'll join David Dye as he hosts Ed Hess, author of "Own Your Work Journey," in a deep dive into discovering the power of meaningful work in the era of Ai. Ed explores the crucial role of critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and trade jobs in the era of smart technology. Throughout the conversation, David and Ed stress the importance of individuals taking ownership of their thinking, listening, and collaboration skills to thrive amidst technological advancements. Ed empha...
Mar 21, 2024•58 min•Season 15Ep. 8
In this episode, Tania Luna discusses the principles of power with and how to build better teams. She emphasizes the importance of following a purpose rather than a person, relying on context instead of control, being a cultivator rather than a collector, and building a community rather than a crowd. Luna suggests implementing these principles by providing clear context and purpose for roles, allowing individuals to self-evaluate their progress, and creating opportunities for feedback and collab...
Mar 20, 2024•52 min•Season 15Ep. 6
In this podcast episode, Andre Martin discusses the importance of finding the right fit in your career and building a culture that supports employee motivation, engagement, and satisfaction. He emphasizes the need for individuals to reflect on their values, goals, and ideal work environment before making career decisions. Martin also suggests that leaders should focus on re-recruiting their existing employees by answering four key questions: (1) why the world is better with their company in it, ...
Mar 14, 2024•45 min
Megan Gluth-Bohan, CEO & Owner of TRInternational, Inc. and owner of ChemBlend of America, discusses human centered capital, and the importance of compassion, empathy, and resilience in leadership. She emphasizes the need for leaders to be authentic and honest about their own experiences and to create a culture that values and supports the growth of individuals. Megan believes in hiring based on potential and drive rather than solely focusing on past achievements. She also emphasizes the importa...
Feb 29, 2024•47 min•Season 15Ep. 5
In this podcast episode, Felice Eckelman and Julie Cantor discuss the challenges and strategies for leading in a hybrid workplace. They emphasize the importance of intentionality in developing policies and creating connections among team members. They also address the need for training leaders to recognize and address bias, as well as the importance of setting boundaries and managing zoom fatigue. The speakers provide practical suggestions for building connections, establishing policies, and pro...
Feb 22, 2024•49 min•Season 15Ep. 4
In this episode of the Leadership without Losing Your Soul Podcast, our guest, Chinazom Nwabueze, discusses the importance of mental fitness and its connection to overall wellbeing and performance. He emphasizes the need to prioritize mental health and shares practical tips for maintaining mental fitness, such as filling up one's emotional energy tank with activities that bring joy, practicing mindfulness, getting enough rest, and setting boundaries. Nwabueze also highlights the importance of le...
Feb 15, 2024•40 min•Season 15Ep. 3
Ralph Kilman, the co-creator of the Thomas Kilman conflict mode instrument (TKI), discusses his lifelong work on conflict management and collaboration. Kilman explains that his interest in conflict stems from his personal experiences growing up in a family affected by conflict and his academic studies on conflict management. He and his colleague developed the TKI assessment to measure the different ways people approach conflict, and it has become a widely used tool in organizations. Kilman empha...
Feb 08, 2024•48 min•Season 15Ep. 2
In this episode, Steve Cody and Clayton Fletcher discuss the role of humor in the workplace and how it can be used strategically to improve communication, build relationships, and create a healthy workplace culture. They explain the different forms of comedy, including improv, stand-up, and sketch comedy, and how each can be applied to leadership and business. They emphasize the importance of being authentic and vulnerable, and how humor can help leaders connect with their teams and build trust....
Feb 01, 2024•55 min•Season 15Ep. 1
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jennifer Nash discusses the concept of human-centered leadership and the challenges that leaders face in prioritizing people while also driving performance. She emphasizes the importance of leaders having the skillset to lead people effectively, as many leaders are trained in functional areas but lack the necessary tools to lead individuals. Nash also highlights the need for leaders to see employees as whole human beings with multiple identities and values, rather th...
Dec 15, 2023•42 min•Season 14Ep. 15
In this episode, we are replaying the most popular episode from 2020, which focuses on the importance of taking care of yourself as a leader. Host, David Dye, confesses to not practicing what he preaches and shares his struggles with mental health. He emphasizes the need for leaders to prioritize their emotional, mental, and physical well-being to be effective. David encourages listeners to reflect on their own needs and find ways to invest in their health. Also shared, is a listening technique ...
Dec 07, 2023•11 min•Season 14Ep. 14
Antonella Pisani, the CEO and founder of Eiffel Media, a digital marketing and consulting firm, joins host David Dye and discusses the importance of culture, values, and remote work in leadership. She emphasizes the need to hire experienced talent and create an intellectually stimulating environment. Pisani also highlights the significance of transparency, humility, and social responsibility in building a strong company culture. She shares insights on remote work practices, such as using communi...
Nov 30, 2023•42 min•Season 14Ep. 13
In this episode, David Dye discusses practical ways for team leaders eager for promotion to prepare themselves for more responsibility. He emphasizes investing in knowledge and wisdom, achieving results, building relationships, and speaking up. The podcast provides specific tips and strategies for each area, such as getting to know the business, asking for feedback, prioritizing peers, and attending conferences. David also addresses what to do when positions are not available, suggesting looking...
Nov 16, 2023•24 min•Season 14Ep. 12
Do you ever get frustrated that your manager wastes time with bad delegation? They ask for something to be redone over and over, never seeming to know what they want? Or they change their mind after you've already finished what you thought they asked for? In this episode, David gives you practical tools to help avoid these frustrating moments and build a far more effective, collaborative relationship with your leader. Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on le...
Nov 10, 2023•14 min•Season 14Ep. 11
Episode #236: When you find yourself frustrated, yelling to yourself or the world, "Don't they understand?" the answer is likely "no, they don't." But you do understand - and these moments of frustration are an opportunity for you to lead and make things better. In this episode David shares severals ways to meet these frustrating moments with leadership, whether that's leading up, down, or sideways. Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and manage...
Nov 03, 2023•13 min•Season 14Ep. 10
Episode 235: If you want to be an effective human-centered leader, you've got to keep learning and growing. In this heartfelt episode, Tim Lupinacci, CEO and Chair of Baker Donaldson Law Firm shares his leadership journey and how you can invest in continuous learning and personal growth. We discuss the value of learning from leaders in different industries and applying their insights to your work. Tim also shares his experience starting a nonprofit called Everybody Leads, which focuses on empowe...
Oct 27, 2023•48 min•Season 14Ep. 9
Episode 234: Leaders and managers face an ever-expanding level of complexity and demands on their time and skills. At the same time, there's more of a need than ever before for managers to truly connect with their people - often across geography and time zones. These are big challenges, but they also present a leadership opportunity for leaders who can show up with transparency and vulnerability. In this episode, Germaine Hunter, Chief Diversity Officer for GE Aerospace, gives you the tools to l...
Oct 22, 2023•46 min•Season 14Ep. 8
