Some organizations are canceling most meetings. They hope it will lead to more productivity. Is this the right play or an overreaction? In many cases cancelling ineffective meetings is the the correct decision. Having the right kinds of meetings with the right people participating, with a focus is the challenge.
Many experts argue we must only work on our strengths and that somehow this approach will magically make our weaknesses disappear. Any strength over-used becomes a weakness. It is not our strengths which block our ability to improve personal and professional relationships or rise in our careers or win a championship, it is our weaknesses. I am a proponent of maximizing our strengths. Yet we must not ignore our weaknesses. We can find strength in our weakness. Join Christian Napier and Spencer Ho...
Join Christian Napier and Spencer Horn as they discuss some of the challenges occurring in tech and overall labor markets. Are current layoffs justified? How do you save your company as the economy shrinks and maintain team performance? Getting the balance right can be tricky. Elon Musk is firing employees on twitter, Deion Sanders is named the head coach of the Colorado Buffalo football team and encourage players to enter the transfer portal if they are not willing to change. For a time, employ...
George Bernard Shaw said, “The single biggest problem with communication is the illusion that it has taken place. Join Christian Napier and Spencer Horn and they discuss what they have learned to help solve one of the biggest problems every organization and relationship face…communication!
The Utah jazz - the NBA team with the lowest expectations - are leading their division to start the season. Fans love how hard the team plays, and team members love playing for and with each other. Spencer Horn and Christian Napier share real life examples of teams with and without heart.
Who is driving the movement to return to the office? Join Christian Napier and Spencer Horn as they talk about the surprising truth! You will be able to vote and add your voice to the debate. We want to hear what you think and what you are experiencing. Make an informed decision that is best for your team performance.
There is a worldwide burnout epidemic. 70% of people experience burnout. Healthcare workers report burnout at an astounding rate. Just "powering through" is not the answer. Prolonged stress can be very damaging to your brain. Think of an engine that is regularly over heated. If not addressed, damage may occur. Join Christian Napier and Spencer Horn as they talk about the problem of burnout and what you can do to stop it.
The power and impact of positivity on teams is immense. Join Christian Napier and Spencer Horn as they host special guest Dr. Paul Jenkins. He will be sharing his Positivity Model and how to harness its power to benefit your team performance.
Are you ready for a little less anxiety? Join Christian Napier and Spencer Horn as they host special guest, Laura Silverman. As a psychotherapist and coach, Laura teaches tried-and-true techniques for creating ease in the mind and body. On our show, she will demystify ideas like 'inner balance' and 'mindfulness.' Business owners, teams, entrepreneurs, and successful men and women, will learn to feel more connected to themselves and the world around them.
Senior executives are experiencing great asynchronous work privileges while most workers are required to prove digital presenteeism. Studies show that employees are working an extra 5.5 hours per work to prove they are working. Christian Napier and Spencer Horn discuss this impact of these trends on productivity and the talent war, along with ideas to positively impact your team performance.
Does your personal brand suck? Join hosts Christian Napier and Spencer Horn as we talk with branding expert Ernie Harker to discuss whether or not your brand sucks and how that impacts your team performance and how a strong brand helps reduce advertising expenses and increase sales and recruiting. We will also discuss the biggest mistake organizations make in developing their brand and how to you fix it.
Teams are the engines that drive successful organizations. Christian Napier and Spencer Horn share their experiences and lessons learned to help you become a team influencer so you keep your team engines in tune.
Are you inadvertently sabotaging your team’s performance? Confidence expert Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas joins hosts Spencer Horn and Christian Napier to discuss how to overcome self-doubt, impostor syndrome, procrastination and other self-sabotaging behaviors that limit your potential and impact your team.
Have you ever wondered why some teams seem to click while others struggle to come together? In this conversation we'll talk about how our brains are wired to create a sense of belonging, camaraderie, and feel like we are a part of something special. Michael Liebowitz will share specific insights into how to create your company culture, how to hire personalities that will want to come together, and how to organize teams that work together.
Many teams are functioning under extreme stress and pressure. What can team leaders do to help their teams thrive in these conditions? Hosts Christian Napier and Spencer Horn interview special guest Jodi Brown, a brain tumor survivor, professional speaker, author, consultant, & coach. Jodi empowers corporate teams and individuals to increase their capability to thrive, discover and rise to their purpose, improve interpersonal interactions, and amplify their influence. She also trains teams t...
9 out of 10 people trust what people say about a business more than what the business says about itself. Hosts Christian Napier and Spencer Horn discuss new, innovative ways for organizations to request, receive, curate and publish video testimonials, client feedback, key learnings and more.
When it comes to the future of work, there is a big gap between the expectations of leaders and those they lead. According to a shocking study released by McKinsey, 75% of employees saw hybrid as permanent with adaptations. However, 75% of leadership believed the exact opposite. Do you think business operations will go back to "normal" or will they fundamentally change? Is your leadership focused on the "ceremonial" or the "significant?" Join Christian Napier and Spencer Horn as they discuss thi...
Introverts thrive professionally in high teamwork environments. If you enjoy going to movies and restaurants alone...If you find that after meeting with a group of people for work, a party, or any gathering makes you feel like you want to take a nap...If you would rather listen than talk...you may be an introvert. Knowing whether you are an introvert or an extrovert is very helpful. It will help you to know how perform your best. It will help you as you collaborate in teams. Christian Napier and...
LinkedIn and social media are an indispensable tool in your team development and performance toolkit! These tools offer incredible opportunities to connect, increase brand awareness, and reach more people through thought-leadership, advice and social conversation. Top social media and communication expert Richard Bliss will demonstrate how executives must master communication tools to effectively lead 21st-century organizations. Please join Spencer Horn and Christian Napier Friday on the TeamWor...
Many professionals are doing more and more with less and less today. Organizations are often short staffed as demand has increased, which has led to stress and burnout. Christian Napier and Spencer Horn host special guest Amy Murray to discuss how to reduce the burnout through a process which increases productivity and satisfaction. Amy has experience in the major event space and has produced events for the Super Bowl, European Games, and worked with Global 500 organizations like Nike, McDonald'...
Christian Napier and Spencer Horn host special guest Theresa Walsh-Arietta. She is a CPA and runs the Project Management Practice for Robert Half in the San Francisco Bay Area. She calls on her 28 years of professional experience to share how she builds teamwork working with global projects and remote contractors.
During the great resignation, many people who have become frustrated with conditions at work have turned to side hustles. If they are not careful, they can become victims of unethical people promising opportunities in direct sales. This is an industry that can be a great opportunity for entrepreneurs. Leta shares her experience how she was able to receive passive income while helping her husband recover from a horrific accident. Leta shares how to make informed decisions about direct sales oppor...
Talent attraction is a key component of team performance. Quality leadership is in high demand and short supply. Our special guest Bill Humbert has 40 years of professional talent attraction experience. He joins hosts Spencer Horn and Christian Napier on the TeamWork a Better Way Podcast, to share a better process to attract top talent.
Will your organization grow without you? Are you limiting your teams growth? Special guest Dan Merkley, founding partner of Endurance Sports Summit, discussed with Spencer Horn and Christian Napier how you can help your team to execute on their own, without you helicoptering over them.
There are many today who argue that with all the conflict in the world today, it is easier to go it alone. Some thought leaders suggest individuals train themselves to be alone professionally and personally. Some business environments are very complex so the "lone wolf" mentality may seem appealing. This is often true in the law profession. Spencer hosts special guest Oana Sarbu. Ms. Sârbu is an elite lawyer and Partner at Domokos Partners, Attorneys at Law, and discusses the benefits of teamwor...
Most leaders agree that diversity equity and inclusion is a good thing. However, when different perspectives show up in meetings and between employee discussions they may get uncomfortable and avoid difficult conversations. This is a missed opportunity. Spencer Horn and Christian Napier discuss how to disagree agreeably to harness the power of debate and strengthen your team performance and trust.
After 106 years, the Endurance has been found in the Antarctic. We can learn a great deal about leadership in extreme circumstances from Ernest Shackleton's and his crew as they struggled to survive for two years. Christian Napier and Spencer Horn discuss leadership lessons that can be applied to our businesses and lives today.
We know diversity has a positive impact on your bottom line? When we consider diversity, we often forget about certain characteristics that leads to high performance. Christian Napier and I discuss characteristics that will help with your diversity and consequently your team performance.
Author, Founder and CEO Dave Mammano shares his ideas with hosts Spencer Horn and Christian Napier about how organization leaders can promote an environment where people love to work
What do your employees really want? Hosts Spencer Horn and Christian Napier discuss a recent Gallup poll presenting the top factors influencing people's employment decisions.
