In this episode I speak with Jason Polstein about how he applied self-accountability as a concept inside his organization in the face of major loss. He also describes how growth mindset has changed his language and how staying open to possibilities preserves brainpower. We end with discussion of how Star Trek and Neil deGrasse Tyson changed how he thinks about how he communicates.
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The Competitive Edge Every Leader Wants
In this episode, I speak with Mike Morris, CEO of Topcoder. Topcoder has grown and seen tremendous success, yet Mike knows the team is capable of even more. We talk about creating peer-to-peer accountability on the team, the importance of looking in the mirror, and how critical it is to let go of predispositions about people, and instead ? believe in their ability to learn and grow.
More Than A Training – It’s A Lifestyle
In this episode, I talk with Ben O’Connell, VP of Sales at National Carts. He talks about the very real culture change initiative, and how growing his own self-awareness has given him far greater personal power. We discuss self-talk and how much it can get in the way of communicating openly, honestly, and more effectively– not just at work, but everywhere in life. It’s why he calls it “The Lifestyle”
How to Handle Ridiculous Employee Behavior
Focusing on ridiculous employee behavior can work against you, and your company. Learn how to deal with absurd employee behavior.
The Biggest Mistake I See Entrepreneurs Make
The biggest struggle I see entrepreneurs grapple with as they grow their companies is effectively transitioning from individual contributor to leader. In the beginning, the founder (or founders) is doing everything, wearing multiple hats, and when they have the good fortune to grow, they start to take some of those hats off….or at least they intend to.