Episode 203: Yucking on Your Yum
In this episode, Lauren tackles the issue of negativity when sharing good news, coining the term "yucking on someone's yum" to describe dampening others' happiness with negative responses. She shares insights from personal stories and Reddit, highlighting the importance of positivity, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness. Lauren offers practical tips for creating a supportive atmosphere that celebrates achievements, urging listeners to be mindful of their reactions and foster joy. Join us in changing the narrative to one where every success is cheered on.
Episode 202: The ELMO Dilemma: Leadership, Respect, and Psychological Safety in Meetings
In this episode, we're peeling back the layers on a seemingly innocuous meeting management tactic that's sparking heated debates among business leaders: the "ELMO" method. Imagine you're sharing your thoughts in a meeting, only to be abruptly halted with a card that reads "ELMO" – shorthand for "Enough, Let's Move On." Lauren delves into the darker side of this practice, exploring its implications on team dynamics, psychological safety, and the overall culture of respect within organizations.
Episode 200: Talk vs. Action: Transforming Leadership Frustration into Forward Momentum
Join us as we dissect these challenges with our signature blend of expert insights, practical strategies, and, of course, that Spitfire sass. Whether you're a seasoned leader or aspiring to be one, this episode is your guide to bridging the gap between talk and action, turning frustration into fuel for success.
Episode 161: It's Time to Tell the Whole Truth
Are you ready to tell the truth about yourself?
It's time to let go of the qualifying language, the minimizing lens, and the lies from past stories.
Imagine seeing yourself for who you actually are. In today's show, I'm sharing insights from a recent conference and coaching sessions on the theme.
Can you handle the truth?
Episode 139: The Dark Side of Servant Leadership
Being of service is good right? But what happens when it gets over-served?
Episode 120: Compounded Employment Trauma and The Impacts of Workplace Resentment
Raise your hand if you've ever...
Rolled your eyes when someone was speaking.
Been super annoyed when a client messages you.
Gotten agitated at the sight of a name in your inbox.
Blown up at a colleague.
Raise your hand if any of those things have happened to you.
Episode 111: How to Build Trust Remotely
We can't lose the human level of this technology and communication shift. In fact, we need to leverage our human connection even more.
The way that we're seeing and hearing people are different and it's going to be different for a while. But what if the way we connect with people now can help us deepen our relationships with people in the future.
What if the points and the principles we are learning and creating can help us all adjust when new catalysts of change happen?
How do we build trust? How do we communicate? How do we defuse conflict? How do we see and hear people?
Episode 75: Converting Feedback Into a Gift
If you shudder at the thought of giving feedback, you’re definitely not alone. Many people consider this to be the most anxiety-inducing aspect of their job.
Episode 74: Your Operating Principles and Universal Rules
Organizations rely on operating principles to put their values into practice and get things done efficiently. While this is a typical process in the corporate world, what would happen if you applied this framework to yourself?