In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Rahul Karen Sharma about taking consistent action and the importance of knowing the purpose behind the actions we take in order to achieve our goals and bring about positive change in ourselves and others. Rahul shares his experience in leadership training and his passion for helping others realise their dreams. They discuss the importance of leaders adapting their leadership styles to their team members' individual needs and the concept of sit...
Sep 29, 2023•19 min•Ep. 355
In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Katherine McCord about the power of neurodiversity. They discuss Katherine's neurodiversity and her work as an entrepreneur in people operations consulting. Katherine's different brain wiring influenced her innovative and forward-thinking approach to her work. Judith and Katherine discuss the misconceptions surrounding bipolar disorder and its manifestations. They explain that bipolar disorder involves long periods of ups and downs, with normal periods...
Sep 25, 2023•39 min•Ep. 354
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Kate Cocker about the productivity trap and the importance of everyday happiness for leaders, focusing on mindset and effective communication. They also share personal experiences and perspectives on productivity and finding happiness in different aspects of life. Kate and Judith discuss the importance of maintaining a positive mindset and finding happiness in their work. They realise that happiness is a personal responsibility and that taking control of ...
Sep 22, 2023•31 min•Ep. 353
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Duro Oye about his charity, 2020 Levels, which aims to empower young, black, and underrepresented individuals by providing them with opportunities for personal and career development. Duro shared his personal journey and the importance of reaching back and helping others along the way. Duro and Judith discuss the challenges faced by minorities in senior positions, including the mentality of being the only one and the reluctance to uplift others. They also...
Sep 18, 2023•34 min•Ep. 352
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to John C Morley about the mindset of a serial entrepreneur and how they become successful. John shares his experience of starting his own businesses and overcoming challenges to achieve success. They discuss the difference between business owners and entrepreneurs, with John emphasising the importance of being a creative player and making promises to oneself instead of setting goals. They also talk about staying successful as a serial entrepreneu...
Sep 15, 2023•24 min•Ep. 351
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Andrea Lukac about how to have a powerful life. Andrea Lukac, a psychological counselor and hypnosis coach, shares how she helps people overcome old emotions and live a powerful life by releasing blockages and transforming their perspective, resulting in behavioral changes. Judith and Andrea discuss her four-step process to overcome emotional limitations and achieve the desired life. This conversation looks at the importance of recognising and ...
Sep 11, 2023•13 min•Ep. 350
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Beverly Hathorn about quiet quitting and what employers (specifically call centres) can do about it. They discuss the causes of quiet quitting and the signs to look out for. Beverly supports Contact Center Leaders in reducing customer escalations and complaints whilst creating high-performing teams. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here . --- Maverick leadership is all about thi...
Sep 08, 2023•20 min•Ep. 349
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Dr Vic Manzo about there is no need for the hustle. Dr Vic discusses why some of the advice of doing more is wrong. Humankind is prone for control and we are ignoring quantum physics by pushing to do more and burning out more often. This is even more pertinent for business owners. He shares that you should put your energy towards what makes money over the long term. Dr Vic completely changed his chiropractor business by reducing the hours he worked and ch...
Sep 04, 2023•32 min•Ep. 348
In today's episode Judith Germain is speaking to Raphael Cohen-Almagor about the problems of evil. How can you reconcile individualism and collectivism? Has multi-culturalism failed? What happens when the rights of the state are in conflict with the rights of a culture? Raphael discusses his book and provides an academic view point on these tricky dilemmas. In this conversation Judith and Raphael discuss some of the polarisation arguments and what do they mean for the human race. He shares how y...
Sep 01, 2023•27 min•Ep. 347
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Jim Marshall about engineering the human pysche. Jim discusses his discovery of a natural phenomena called Septemics which is a practical philosophical system that analyses human phenomena. He claims that his book will greatly improve the lives of those who utilise it. He explains that he discovered and developed a system of 35 scales to evaluate human behaviour and improve individuals or groups. By understanding and moving up the levels of these scales, ...
Aug 28, 2023•28 min•Ep. 346
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Marco Torres about what's it like to have entrepreneurism in the blood and incentive based marketing. He asks the important question of - 'what is your adult Happy Meal or Amazon Prime for your business'. In this conversation Marco uses his business as an example of how service businesses can answer this question. He also talks about how you can use incentive base marketing to make a difference to your business. Marco Torres 'Capt Marco) is a sailor at he...
Aug 25, 2023•31 min•Ep. 345
In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Rona Lewis about purposeful play and its role in increasing engagement and productivity in companies. Rona explains how play can tap into the inner child and promote positive psychology, innovative thinking, and psychological safety in the workplace. They discus the concept of purposeful play and how it can be applied in training courses and the importance of building trust and psychological safety in teams through play and games. Judith and Rona discu...
Aug 21, 2023•32 min•Ep. 344
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Sangeetha Parthasarathy about the challenges faced by Mavericks in fitting into the corporate world and how they navigate their uniqueness while still maintaining authenticity and attachment. They also touch upon the difficulties faced by corporates in dealing with individuals who disrupt the status quo and don't conform to traditional norms. Sangeetha shares the importance of creating a sense of belonging and psychological safety in organisations, partic...
Aug 18, 2023•47 min•Ep. 343
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Jim Salvucci about how every leadership problem is a teaching one. During the conversation Judith and Jim discuss the complexities of leadership, emphasising the importance of continuous learning and the similarities between teaching and leading. Jim wants to start a movement to rid the world of bad bosses. Jim shares the missing bridge between bosses and leaders. Are you a boss that does leadership on the side? Judith and Jim discuss the importance of co...
Aug 14, 2023•30 min•Ep. 342
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Kerry-Ann Powell about the importance of maintaining a consistent positive cash flow in small and medium-sized businesses. They emphasise the need for regular analysis of financial statements, forecasting, and making informed decisions to avoid perpetual negative cash flow. They discuss the importance of financial forecasting and planning for businesses, especially in uncertain times like the COVID-19 pandemic. Kerry-Ann emphasises the need to start with ...
Aug 11, 2023•33 min•Ep. 341
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Rich Kirkpatrick about creativity, curiosity, and the importance of thinking differently. Rich shares his belief that creative thinking is what humans do when they are thriving. They discuss the importance of shifting perspectives and being open-minded in unlocking one's creative genius. They also explore the concept of invention, where one sees the potential in their surroundings and uses their imagination to create something new. Rich and Judith discuss...
Aug 07, 2023•48 min•Ep. 340
In this Short Talk Judith Germain speaks to Brent Pohlman about how gratitude makes leadership work. He emphasises the importance of starting each day with gratitude and investing in people, as they make all the difference in the world, by sharing his personal journey of discovering the impact of gratitude on himself, his team, and his company. They discuss the importance of gratitude and how it can be cultivated. Brent also shares practical tips to develop a mindset of gratitude. Brent Pohlman ...
Aug 04, 2023•21 min•Ep. 339
In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Rhamy Alejeal about the challenges of creating a well-rounded HR team that is both people-centric and data-driven. They explored the difficulties faced by small businesses in finding HR professionals with diverse expertise and highlighted the importance of having a team of specialists to effectively handle various HR functions. They also look at the importance of addressing HR processes and the potential liabilities that can arise from inappropriate re...
Jul 31, 2023•46 min•Ep. 338
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Andrea Pacini about how to be a confident presenter and getting your message across. They discussed the importance of familiarity, preparation, and the impact of effective presentation skills on conveying messages successfully. Judith and Andrea discuss the importance of preparation, following a structured process, and developing a compelling message in order to become confident presenters. Andrea explains the need for speakers to make a strong...
Jul 28, 2023•24 min•Ep. 337
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Paul Teasdale about the value of lateral thinking. They discus the importance of lateral thinking and reframing mindset to drive innovation. They emphasise the need to look outside of one's industry, seek different perspectives, and learn from other successful teams or organisations to achieve desired results. Paul shares the benefits of using a framework for thinking and problem-solving. He also explains the importance of individuals understanding their ...
Jul 24, 2023•36 min•Ep. 336
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Shana Francesca about intentional leadership and life design. They also discuss the importance of curiosity, respect, and accountability in intentional and ethical leadership. Shana and Judith discuss the importance of setting boundaries when it comes to personal questions and sharing information. Shana discusses the concept of life design, which involves making intentional choices and attracting like-minded individuals to create a powerful and fulfilling...
Jul 21, 2023•27 min•Ep. 335
In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Chris Hanna about the entrepreneurial revolution and how the side hustle has become a micro business. Judith shares her thoughts of how big business is losing the goodwill of their employees, as their employees use their 'goodwill' time on their own micro business. They discuss the importance of business owners rethinking and evolving their approaches to stay relevant in a changing world. They also talked about the need for small businesses to evolve a...
Jul 17, 2023•31 min•Ep. 334
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Martin Theis about standing in your space - removing doubts. Martin discusses the importance of self-compassion and acceptance in dealing with others' opinions and reactions, as well as acknowledging limiting beliefs in personal growth. Judith discussed the challenges faced by Maverick Leaders who struggle to fit in and the importance of embracing their unique perspectives. They discuss the importance of creating a culture where Mavericks feel safe to be ...
Jul 14, 2023•37 min•Ep. 333
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Chris McShanag about his experience managing international teams and their morale. They discuss how to maintain a unified culture amongst a diverse workforce. Chris also discusses how his company leverages technology and metrics to manage his operations effectively. This is a conversation about how to make remote work and how to manage difference. BizVa President and Chief Operating Officer Chris McShanag is a transformational leader who brings...
Jul 10, 2023•23 min•Ep. 332
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Kavita Ganesan about The AI mindset for your business. They discuss the risks of integrating AI into businesses, including the misconception that AI is 100% accurate and the potential for misinformation to be propagated by non-experts. They also noted that the use of AI should be application-dependent and that human expertise is still necessary to verify the accuracy of AI-generated information. Kavita and Judith discuss the impact of AI on dif...
Jul 07, 2023•21 min•Ep. 331
In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Antonio Garrido about how to utilise your leadership wisdom. He defines leadership wisdom as the result of value-weighted experiences and continuous learning. They discuss the importance of wisdom and insight in leadership, touching on the significance of discernment and the need for a good plan executed well. Judith shares the importance of executing strategies effectively and the difference between implementing and executing. She also highlights the ...
Jul 03, 2023•45 min•Ep. 330
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Matt McWilliams about the world needs your message but will move on without it. Matt talks about the 4 things that you need to do to stand out and the importance of having a clear message and a strong personal brand in today's world. You need to be 3x you. They discuss a range of topics relating to building a personal brand and turning one's passion into profit. Matt McWilliams shares his personal journey of discovering his passion for marketing and messa...
Jun 30, 2023•44 min•Ep. 329
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Nancy Erickson about what makes a high impact nonfiction book and why it is important to be a source of hope and help. Nancy also shares the unique ways to spread your message and expand your business by writing a nonfiction book, then repurposing that content. Nancy explains the need for a purpose statement for your book, answering your book's foundational questions and what exactly publishers are looking for. They also discuss the increasing use of AI i...
Jun 26, 2023•36 min•Ep. 328
In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Jem Fuller about intrinsic motivation and why extrinsic motivation doesn't work, emphasising the importance of fostering intrinsic motivation in individuals and teams. In this show, Jem and Judith discuss various topics related to personal and professional development. They discuss the role of coaching and empathy in leadership and explore the idea that environment plays a crucial role in shaping behaviour, highlighting the importance of social connect...
Jun 23, 2023•37 min•Ep. 327
In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to John Vagueiro about proving that you're wrong and being relentlessly and aggressively optimistic when facing challenges. John shares his personal journey as an entrepreneur and how he overcame his struggles with a learning disability and anxiety disorder. He emphasises the power of turning negative experiences into opportunities for growth and success, and encourages listeners to view challenges as opportunities for personal development. Vagueiro also ...
Jun 19, 2023•38 min•Ep. 326
