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180: 4 Ways to Overcome Burnout and Disengagement

December 17, 2018 Leave a Comment

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Leadership is an active role; "lead" is a verb. But the leader who tries to do it all is headed for burnout, and in a powerful hurry. —Bill Owens On Today's Episode: Carla talks with Sarah Mansberger, managing partner at Southwest Michigan First What is burnout? Difference between burnout and stress The signs of burnout How to prevent disengagement and overcome burnout Burnout is a very real concern in today's fast-paced workplace and I want to make sure you have the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Always Forward, burnout, Carla Sones, Deloitte, development, disengagement, engagement, Gallup, growth, leadership, overcome burnout, podcast, productivity, professional development, recharging, Ron Kitchens, Sarah Mansberger, self-care, Southwest Michigan First, turnover

170: How to Quit Micromanaging and Relinquish Control

October 8, 2018 Leave a Comment

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Micromanagement is the destroyer of momentum. —Miles Anthony Smith On Today's Episode: Carla and Ron tackle the topic of micromanaging and how to stop doing it. Micromanaging is the top complaint people have about bosses. Accountability check-ins vs. micromanaging. Tips to stop the hovering and increase productivity. How to grow beyond direct supervision. Nobody likes to be micromanaged. It kills motivation, creativity and job satisfaction. It's also one of the main … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Always Forward, authentic leadership, Carla Sones, communication, continuous learning, delegation, development, growth, Learning, micromanagement, micromanaging, podcast, productivity, Ron Kitchens, Southwest Michigan First, talent, team

168: Knowledge Sharing: 3 Ways to Get Communication to Soar

September 24, 2018 Leave a Comment

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An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest. —Benjamin Franklin On Today’s Episode: Ron and Carla discuss knowledge sharing and communication. Ron's rubber bucket simile for communication. How you can increase productivity. Three ways that Southwest Michigan First drives team sharing: Open office concept leads to more face-to-face conversations; Various forms of digital in-office communication; Team updates at scrum. What you can do to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Always Forward, Carla Sones, communication, cross-pollination, development, growth, knowledge sharing, leadership, podcast, productivity, professional development, Ron Kitchens, team work

159: Optimizing Your Productivity

July 16, 2018 1 Comment

Organization is the guiding force of productivity: if you want to make an idea happen, you need to have a process for doing so. - Scott Belsky On Today’s Episode: Having the world's knowledge at your fingertips is a blessing and a curse Ron and Carla's methods for staying on track Why going back to basics with pen and paper may be the most productive route Brain dumping/mental floss Improving sleep Finding a system that works for you Always … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Always Forward, brain dumping, Carla (Winchester) Sones, development, growth, leadership, lists, pen and paper, podcast, productivity, professional development, Ron Kitchens, sleep

118: Quick Tips For Your Busy Season

September 11, 2017 Leave a Comment

The primary reason we do too much is that we have never taken the time to discover that portion of what we do that makes the biggest difference. – Andy Stanley On Today’s Episode: Fall is around the corner in Michigan, the pace of work and life are kicking up The importance of creating breathing room Find rhythms, those start-stop moments to motivate and inspire your team to As a leader, you must build in memory-makers and celebration moments Be aware of other team … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Always Forward, Brad Lomenick, leadership, Learning, Priorities, productivity, Ron Kitchens, Southwest Michigan First, wellness

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