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228: 7 Ways to Be Generous | Brad Formsma

December 15, 2019 by Ron Kitchens Leave a Comment

I think we often look at the great needs in the world and see all the things we can’t do, which keeps us from doing the things we can do. —Brad Formsma On Today's Episode: Brad Formsma, author of I Like Giving, joins me on the podcast to talk about generosity The seven ways people can be generous What role Brad's grandfather played in his journey Brad's insights on today's attention demands How Brad is modeling the way for his son I hope today's episode helped you identify … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Always Forward, brad formsma, Carla Sones, development, generosity, growth, i like giving, leadership, leadership development, podcast, professional development, Ron Kitchens, Southwest Michigan First

227: Why It’s Crucial to Get Generational Communication Right

December 9, 2019 by Ron Kitchens Leave a Comment

The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.  —George Bernard Shaw On Today's Episode: Carla and I talk about effective communication between generations The number of generations currently in the workplace Why each generation has different expectations Tips for communicating more effectively A study organized by Universum surveyed 18,000 people and found that Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z are largely motivated by the same three things: Money, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Always Forward, Carla Sones, communicating between generations, communication, development, generational communication, Generations, growth, leadership, leadership development, podcast, professional development, Ron Kitchens, Southwest Michigan First

226: How to Get Your Digital Wellness in Shape

December 2, 2019 by Ron Kitchens Leave a Comment

Do we want to shape the technology or let the technology shape us? —Erik Gerritsen   On Today's Episode: Carla and I dive into the topic of digital wellness What is digital wellness? Why is it important? Tips to start improving digital wellness at home and at work Digital health and wellness is moving past the phase of being a buzz-word and into the territory of being a necessity. In today's age, we are contantly bombarded with technology. Accroding to a 2018 survey by Udemy, a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Always Forward, Carla Sones, development, digital health, digital wellness, growth, leadership, leadership development, podcast, professional development, Ron Kitchens, Southwest Michigan First

224: Is It Possible for Tradition and Innovation to Coexist?

November 18, 2019 by Ron Kitchens Leave a Comment

Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower. —Steve Jobs   On Today's Episode: I talk with Carla about tradition and innovation Making sure traditions are there for good reason The need for innovation Staying future-focused The 2018 KPMG Global CEO Outlook found that 60% of CEOs believe that agility is the new currency of business. In order to compete in today's market, the ability to pivot and respond to needs is more important than ever. It requires organizations to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: agility, Always Forward, balancing tradition and innovation, Carla Sones, development, growth, innovation, leadership, leadership development, lean processes, podcast, professional development, Ron Kitchens, Southwest Michigan First, tradition

223: Have You Misplaced Your Free Time?

November 11, 2019 by Ron Kitchens Leave a Comment

To be really happy and really safe, one ought to have at least two or three hobbies, and they must all be real. —Winston Churchill   On Today's Episode: Carla and I talk about the need for hobbies and civic engagement The sweeping decline in civic engagement Why many people falsely believe they're too busy for hobbies The benefits of hobbies In today's world, the phrase "I'm too busy" has almost become a badge of honor. But, if you stop to think about it, how much time do you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Always Forward, Carla Sones, civic engagement, development, growth, hobbies, leadership, leadership development, misplaced free time, podcast, professional development, Ron Kitchens, Southwest Michigan First

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