I have been attending conferences for years. Some I had little expectations, and walked away being greatly impressed. Others where I was an “industry newbee” and felt really stretched out of my comfort zone; and determined to learn new skills. Regardless, I can’t think of a conference that did not expand my network, my learning […]
Far too often in my coaching practice I experience laissez-faire leaders. It’s unfortunate because such leaders can disrupt both employee and team level of engagement and productivity. Laissez-faire leaders often fail to take responsibility for leading. They tend to believe that it’s best to be “hands off” or “supportive only when necessary.” Some even believe […]
Have you ever thought about the way we communicate in our texting, emailing, social media-obsessed world? With communication becoming more and more diluted by technology (chat acronyms, emojis, and bitmojis) there is a higher than ever importance of valuing great conversation—an essential element in building strong, mutually beneficial, and profitable relationships for business leaders and […]
Joe Rusiewicz sees limitless potential for growth — like scholarships, athletic equipment, field trips, STEM programs, and opportunities for children in the Pottstown School district. He is an accomplished nonprofit professional who recently transitioned mid career to lead the Foundation for Pottstown Education. The Foundation is a community initiative which builds partnerships and resources to […]
There are definitive correlations between doing something different and taking potential risks, and finding more success. Have you counted the number of times you have gone outside of your comfort zone — each day or week? Once, twice or maybe even more? Eliminate the fear of discomfort If you step outside of your comfort […]
Andrea Funk, CEO of Cambridge-Lee Industries, is undoubtedly one of the most accomplished women in manufacturing. She represents a very small percentage (less than one-half of 1%) of manufacturing leadership and is passionate about closing this gender gap for a more inclusive business environment. In this episode, we talk all about leadership. Andrea shares an early leadership moment […]
There is one leadership quality that separates the most effective leaders from the average or least effective. It is what even great athletes like Michael Phelps, LeBron James, and Sarah Welting do naturally. And it is also the one trait that your colleagues would most like to have in their leader. It is the […]
Many people believe that you are either born with leadership skills or you are not. Although some people are natural born leaders, it is possible to learn how to lead and mentoring could do just that. Besides, we often don’t talk about the skills you can strengthen from being a mentor. If you want to grow […]
Today, we’re talking to business leader Jamila Payne of Ideas Action Design and creator of the Daily Success Method, a work-life productivity process that empowers busy professionals to conquer their goals and effectively manage their day. On this podcast, you will hear many valuable success tips including how a mentor experience (in various forms) can accelerate your professional development and […]
There has been so much written about employee engagement, such as the recent research from the performance management company Gallup and how to build good company culture. According to Gallup, today’s employees view work differently and expect more out of a job and company than leaders and managers traditionally have provided. If I really had to identify […]
January is a time in our lives when we decide we need a change. Whether your new year’s resolution or goal is growing the business, changing careers, losing weight or paying off debt — the list goes on. Change is the thing we fear the most and is what we have to go through to […]
The end of the year marks a threshold and invites a pause for reflection. It’s a great time to take stock of the year behind and look ahead. Each December, I write and reflect on 8 questions for this very purpose. This year’s questions include some favorites (those truly need to be asked each year) […]
Being a leader can be a rewarding experience and it also means facing a host of anticipated and unexpected challenges. Learning how to respond to these challenges will help you grow as a leader. And dealing with difficult situations will certainly hone your leadership skills. Challenges like losing a major customer or cutting jobs […]
I love working with future leaders. I often look for ways to invest in and coach those who are currently entering the field of leadership or who will be in the future. In doing so, I see part of my responsibility as an executive coach to help future leaders design better communication, manage their teams, […]
We’ve all seen it. Someone gets up to speak at a conference or management meeting, and people reach for their cell phones to check email or Facebook, and another person gets up to speak and everyone is captivated. There are those of us who naturally provide a listening ear to a colleague who seeks our […]
Earlier this year I was encouraged (or honestly was pushed beyond my comfort zone) to start this leadership podcast. The experience has certainly been daring at times and amazing. I discovered that I really love doing this show and I love all of my guests. It’s a gift and an honor for me that each […]
As an executive coach, I know that the path to achieving professional success is not easy and nor is it what it used to be. The idea that career success is climbing the corporate ladder and then hanging on with loyalty until retirement. Or even spending your whole career in one organization or industry, seems less […]
Katie Iorio Martin knows how to give people in business the opportunity to sharpen their leadership skills and improve their performance. Training is only one step to develop better leaders and drive business results. Katie is President & CEO of Dale Carnegie Training, Greater Philadelphia region, and represents the future of management and organizational thinking even in […]
Theresa Shank RD, LDN is owner of Philly Dietitian, LLC and is passionate about helping you reach your goal and get into the healthiest shape of your life. And she really means it. She is an active food, nutrition and healthy living columnist for Philadelphia Media Network. In this episode Theresa chats about what you need to […]
Whether you are leading a healthcare organization through tremendous change and complexities or running your own business — you need to unwind. Even the most successful and productive people I know make unwind time a priority. I want to share what leaders do to unwind so you can unwind too — even if you think […]
