185: From College Professor to Developer of Leaders

What’s it like to discover your true calling? Laura Coons, Ph.D., began her career teaching at the college level and then transitioned to the corporate world…and that’s where she found true joy. Laura bubbles over with enthusiasm when talking about her work, and you’ll hear that in our conversation.

Laura is the Senior Director of Learning at Frontdoor, a company that’s on a mission to make home ownership simple. Throughout her career there’s been the thread of servant leadership. She’s truly passionate about her role as a leader and committed to the development of future leaders.

You’ll discover:

Why Laura made the transition from higher education to the corporate world
The adjustments she needed to make to be successful in that new environment
The most important aspect of a leader’s role with members of their team
Three pillars that are the foundation for a strong, effective leader
How Laura has grown as a leader over the years

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174: The Cost of Not Paying Attention

Did you know that 91% of employees report that their manager doesn’t listen to them? Janine Hamner Holman shares this startling statistic along with many others in a conversation that will convince you why listening should be the #1 skill that’s taught, practiced, and mastered in the workplace.

Janine is an internationally recognized speaker, author, and expert on conscious leadership, DE&I, organizational development, neurobiology, and what it takes to attract and retain world-class talent. As CEO of the J&J Consulting Group, she brings more than 30 years’ experience to her work with purpose driven CEOs and executive teams to help them create courageous, high-performance organizations. Janine is also the host of an outstanding podcast, The Cost of Not Paying Attention.

You’ll discover:

How Janine helps clients integrate DEI into their culture so it’s not viewed or experienced as a “program”
The shared challenges that all organizations face, no matter what the size
What Janine has learned about brain science…and ways she applies that knowledge in her work with clients
The top 3 reasons people give for leaving their employer
Advice for attracting and retaining superior talent

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J&J Consulting Group, LLC

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161: Why EQ Matters More than IQ for Leaders

What does it look like when the CEO of a publicly traded company treats people as the company’s #1 asset? Phil Gallagher does just that. He’s an extraordinary leader whose motto is, “When people feel good, they do good.”

Phil is the CEO of Avnet, a publicly traded company with annual sales north of 20 billion dollars and more than 14,000 employees worldwide and ship to 140 countries. They’re #167 on Fortune 500.

You’ll discover:

The value of self-awareness in a leader’s growth
How Phil developed his own EQ
Why asking for feedback and receiving it well is a critical skill for every leader
Some of the little things Phil does to strengthen relationships
The difference in leaders who head Avnet’s highest-performing locations vs. the lowest-performing locations

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160: How to Unlock the Potential in Others

What does it take to help people unlock their true potential? Peter Walmsley is masterful at doing this, and you’ll learn the key approaches he’s taken over the years. Peter has lived and breathed everything my podcast is about, so I know you’re going to value the insights and ideas he shares in our conversation.

Peter is the Senior Vice President of Organization Effectiveness at Scopely. He’s a highly committed leader with extensive experience in global organizations covering the U.S., Europe, Asia, and North Africa. He’s originally from London, and he’s lived and worked primarily for US companies in Paris, Madrid, Geneva, and San Francisco.

You’ll discover:

Why Peter creates an environment for people to flourish
What he does to convey his belief in an individual
The role of courage in decision-making
How Peter developed his own courage muscle
What leaders can do to become more comfortable with uncertainty and help their team members with this, too

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159: How to Identify the Mouse in the Room

We all know about the “elephant in the room.” But what about those less obvious thoughts and feelings you might be having?

My guest David Wood describes them in his captivating new book, The Mouse in The Room – Because the Elephant Isn’t Alone. You won’t want to miss out on the mice he names during our conversation…and the simple 3-D process you can use to determine if you want to bring them up.

We’re at a time when our world needs more vulnerability, transparency, and connection. David’s experiences make him the ideal person to teach us how to do that. He built the world’s largest coaching business and coached thousands of hours in 12 countries, and he’s advised business owners and leaders. The Mouse in The Room can be a powerful guide to fostering more connection, influence, and understanding with the people who matter to you, both at work and at home.

You’ll discover:

What “mouse naming” is and why it’s important for your wellbeing
What Toleration Mouse and Desire Mouse are connected to
Why we tend to hide our mice…from ourselves and from others
The impact that self-esteem has on our ability or willingness to identify mice and talk about them
How to receive a mouse from someone else without getting defensive

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