In order to build a Self-Managing Company®, you need self-managing team members, and that starts with you. It starts with empowering your team to think critically, react creatively, and work collaboratively. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller interviews EOS Implementer®, coach, and best-selling author Jill Young on her latest book, The Thinking Advantage: Four Essential Steps Your Team Needs to Cultivate Collaboration, Leverage Creative Problem-Solving, and Enjoy Exponen...
Apr 14, 2021•52 min
In this new era of remote work, building and maintaining relationships can feel almost impossible. But it’s also more important than ever. It’s strong relationships, not simple transactions, that make for a fulfilled, connected, and productive team—and happy clients. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller walks you through her best strategies for staying connected in a virtual world and discusses why this is so important, not only for the health of your team members and busi...
Mar 31, 2021•9 min
Incentive plans are some of the most valuable methods of increasing team member productivity, cultivating an engaged workforce, and maximizing a company’s potential. Yet most entrepreneurs don’t understand how to create or use them to their best advantage. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller interviews Alex Freytag, author of Profit Works , about the importance of encouraging a sense of ownership among your team members and his proven tips for doing it simply, creatively,...
Mar 16, 2021•52 min
As an entrepreneur, most of your time should be spent working on your business, not in your business. That means it’s up to your team members to represent you and your company … and it’s up to you to ensure they feel safe, supported, and appreciated enough to do it well. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller shares the top 5 ways entrepreneurs can invest in their team members—and exactly how it will benefit you, your clients, and your business.
Mar 03, 2021•13 min
When it comes to your business, company culture is everything. No matter how great your product or service is, if you can’t attract, retain, and make the most of great talent, you’ll always be fighting an uphill battle. But as our teams have transitioned from working in person to remotely, our strategies for keeping them engaged will have to change with them. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller chats with Nick Sonnenberg, an expert in creating, building, and structuring s...
Feb 18, 2021•37 min
You became an entrepreneur to escape the confines of the corporate world and invest your energy in results, not arbitrary demands on your time and effort. And that means the last thing you want is a team member with a corporate attitude slowing down the energy and innovation of your business. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller walks you through the questions you should ask, warning signs to look out for, and right-fit clues to help you in the hiring process.
Feb 08, 2021•11 min
Do you struggle with staying focused and on task? Are your energy and attention leaking in all different directions? You’re not the only one … and there IS help! In this episode of the Shannon Waller’s Team Success podcast, Shannon interviews Kary Oberbrunner, a longtime Strategic Coach® client and the author of Unhackable: Close the Gap Between Dreaming and Doing , to learn his top tips for stopping those energy leaks at the source, bulletproofing your focus and productivity, and, ultimately, a...
Jan 21, 2021•38 min
Are you actively building trust among your team members? Research shows that a connected team is a productive team, and as a team leader, it’s up to you to start building those bridges. It may feel like getting down to business is the fastest route to getting results, but there’s plenty to be gained by slowing down and getting real. Keep listening to this week’s episode of the Team Success podcast to learn the best strategies for improving your team’s focus, productivity, and connection.
Jan 06, 2021•10 min
Have you taken on projects only to later find you were lacking the enthusiasm to complete them? Tune in to Shannon Waller’s discussion on how to refine your decision-making, steer clear of wrong-fit projects, and excel as a hero to the right audience.
Dec 23, 2020•8 min
It’s difficult to plan for the future when life feels uncertain, and that’s a reality we’ve all been living with this year. However, even though we don’t know what 2021 will bring, we can still make progress toward our goals. We can still plan to provide great leadership, to engage in incredible teamwork, and to respond creatively to new challenges. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon looks at the three most common ways people have responded to the pandemic, and offers her exper...
Dec 10, 2020•10 min
There are plenty of reasons why teamwork falls apart: poor communication, unclear expectations, lack of leadership … but more often than not, it comes down to reliability. No matter how professional, skilled, or charming you are, if people can’t depend on you to show up on time, do what you say, finish what you start, and say please and thank you, no one is going to want to work with you—and teamwork will grind to a halt. Here’s what you need to know.
Nov 25, 2020•8 min
Every entrepreneur is on a first-name basis with unpredictability. It’s just a part of the deal, and nowhere is that more true than when it comes to sales. But what if there were a way to actually create a process for sales that can be taught, replicated, and proven to work? In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller interviews expert sales coach and consultant Mark Cox, where he reveals his revolutionary concept, the Four Keys to Success for Sales Leaders. You’ll learn the stra...
Nov 10, 2020•1 hr 26 min
As an entrepreneur, you’ve worked really hard to become an expert in your field. You know your clients expect the best, and you assume you’ll be rewarded for your knowledge. However, that’s just the starting point. It’s the bare minimum required to get your clients in the door. If you want to actually retain them long-term, it’ll take a lot more. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller shares the three most important ways entrepreneurs can create real value for their clients—...
Oct 28, 2020•7 min
In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller speaks with Patti Mara, a successful entrepreneur, longtime coach for Strategic Coach®, and author of UpSolutions , an incredibly useful book for any entrepreneur looking to take their value creation and relationship-building skills to the next level. In the interview, Patti shares the three mindset shifts necessary to transform your team members into heroes, your customers into fans, and your challenges into opportunities—and why that ...
Oct 16, 2020•51 min
When life gets unpredictable and planning for the future feels impossible, successful entrepreneurs don’t just give up on their goals. They change tactics. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller walks you through a simple and effective process for managing uncertainty, communicating expectations to your team and clients effectively, and working toward your goals, even in the most chaotic of circumstances.
Sep 29, 2020•11 min
Every one of us struggles with focus throughout the day, especially in times of stress or uncertainty, and it can be easy to blame technology for our lapses in concentration. But what if the problem weren’t about the things outside of us … but what’s going on inside? What if it were more about how we’re feeling in those moments than what we’re doing? In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller interviews Nir Eyal, best-selling author of Hooked and Indistractable , about simple st...
Sep 18, 2020•52 min
Have you noticed a shift in team member engagement since the pandemic? Times of crisis or rapid change often bring out the best (and worst) in people, leaving most entrepreneurs with a team composed of those eager to pull their weight … and those only looking to get by. But what does engagement actually look like? How can you separate your top players from those sticking to the sidelines? In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller outlines the key traits of an entrepreneurial at...
Aug 31, 2020•15 min
When was the last time you took a step back and looked at the systems controlling your business? Whether you’ve put thought into them or not, they exist, and they’re affecting every aspect of your business and life. So what if, by just investing a few purposeful hours of your time, you could save yourself a whole year’s worth of effort—and make more money in the process? In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller interviews Josh Fonger, the entrepreneur behind the wildly success...
Aug 19, 2020•41 min
As an entrepreneur, you’re responsible for providing leadership to everyone on your team, and you may find this becomes increasingly difficult during periods of instability and change. At Strategic Coach, we’ve thought long and hard about the best ways to take care of our team members and help them stay productive when stress is running high, and we’ve realized it all comes down to one simple question. Keep listening to find out more!
Aug 04, 2020•10 min
There are plenty of great assistants out there in the world, but not all of them are great for you and your business . In this second of two installments of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller continues her interview with entrepreneur Tim Francis, the owner of Great Assistant, a thriving business that has helped hire over 300 great assistants in just 12 years. They explore the benefits of having a fully remote assistant, some strategies for making your working relationship as profitable and...
Jul 20, 2020•58 min
There are plenty of great assistants out there in the world, but not all of them are great for you and your business . In this first of two installments of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller interviews entrepreneur Tim Francis, the owner of Great Assistant, a thriving business that has helped hire over 300 great assistants in just 12 years. He reveals the one question everyone should ask themselves before hiring, how to find a right-fit assistant for yourself, the importance of learning to...
Jul 20, 2020•1 hr 5 min
It’s become clear that in order to eliminate systemic racism, every one of us needs to be more than just not racist . We need to be actively anti-racist , and that begins with awareness, empathy, and honest, open conversations. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon and Strategic Coach® team member Forsythe Olafioye sit down to explore what actions entrepreneurs and their team members can take to make the workplace inclusive, what they need to know to actively and helpfully partici...
Jul 08, 2020•42 min
Starting a business is scary, and adding someone to the payroll might be the last thing on your mind—even though it’s the first step toward exponential business growth, freedom, and satisfaction. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller shares why overcoming a scarcity mindset is the most important thing you should do as a new entrepreneur to achieve the business of your dreams, exactly how it will benefit you, and her expert tips for making it happen. Keep listening to learn ...
Jun 22, 2020•14 min
When times are normal, some projects take priority and others get left on the back burner. But when scary times hit? That’s when it’s time to get them on the table—and off your to-do list. Every one of us has projects and goals sitting on the back burner, and rightly so. When times are normal, we prioritize the things that will have the biggest impact on our growth, teamwork, and profitability. But when scary times hit and our normal way of operating gets put on hold, that’s when your back burne...
Jun 08, 2020•15 min
Are you finding it even harder to disconnect from work now that you’re working from home? Here’s why free time is so important—and how to take it effectively. Entrepreneurs have always been notorious for overworking and under-resting, and the global shutdown has only made this problem worse. If your office is your home and your home is your office, where does work start and play begin? And does it even matter? In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon Waller explains why now, more tha...
May 27, 2020•14 min
Frustrated by the challenges of virtual meetings? Shannon Waller has some simple, effective tips for transforming your Zoom meetings from tiring to terrific. We all know meetings over Zoom can be a drag. Between the tech difficulties, lack of engagement, and distractions from pets, spouses, and kids, you might be wondering if you and your team will ever adjust to this new medium. But it doesn’t have to be this way. There are structures you can put in place right now that will not only make your ...
May 12, 2020•16 min
Being a salesperson is tough, and it’s only gotten tougher during these uncertain times. Reaching out to strangers multiple times a day when you’re feeling anxious and they’re feeling anxious takes a lot of courage, after all. But there are things sales teams and their leaders can do every day to not only make this process more lucrative — think double, even triple your current sales revenue! — but genuinely comforting, fulfilling, and value-driven for everyone involved. Keep listening to Shanno...
Apr 28, 2020•36 min
Every one of us has had to give up the future we expected to enjoy in the coming weeks and months, and you’re not alone if you’re grieving that loss—or feeling like all of your goals and aspirations have been put on hold. But there’s a difference between your future changing and your future disappearing, and it’s all in your mindset. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon will take you through a powerful exercise that can not only help you move past your present grief, but move tow...
Apr 15, 2020•7 min
The global shutdown has forced nearly all of us away from our offices and cubicles and into our living rooms, and many are feeling the strain. As an entrepreneur and team leader, you may be wondering how to best support your teams during this challenging transition. In this episode of the Team Success podcast, Shannon will outline her best strategies for helping people stay focused on what’s working, supporting them through what’s not, and ensuring everyone feels a sense of belonging, connection...
Apr 01, 2020•20 min
Whether or not you think of yourself as a leader, all of us are responsible for providing leadership during tough times. Our teams, our co-workers, our families, and our friends all look to us for guidance when things feel scary and uncertain, and how we react (or don’t react) can make all the difference in the world. In this episode of Team Success, entrepreneurial team expert Shannon Waller shares the four ways anyone can navigate through challenging situations—and how to transform them into o...
Mar 18, 2020•11 min
