Improve Work Podcast

Do you struggle to hire the right people for your business and then lead them in a way that get results? If so, you are not alone. Most entrepreneurs go through the same challenges. In this episode, Lindsay Scherr Burgess shares her own experiences with hiring and leading her team members. Lindsay is the founder of Green Wallscapes, a company that creates green walls for homes, retail, and office...

How much better would your work relationships be if you could have the conversations you avoid? Knowing how to start these conversations with ease and confidence is the key to stop avoiding them. Tucker Miller, today’s guest, wrote a book on this very topic. She shares with us a framework we can all use to approach these conversations, along with other key elements of successful communication. Her...

As a team leader, you need to give feedback on many occasions - sometimes to acknowledge a person's achievements, other times to help someone do a better job, or to correct behaviour that harms others or the business. But do you know how to do it in a way that doesn't erode the relationship and still leads to the results you want? Joan Hibdon, this episode's guest, shares with us pract...

In this episode of the Improve Work Podcast, we explore five common team behaviour patterns—both positive and negative—that can significantly impact team dynamics and performance. These behaviours are often referred to as team roles in the HR and organizational development fields. These roles are shaped not only by individual personality traits but also by how other team members, especially the te...

Do you clearly know what HR can do for your business? This episode of the Improve Work Podcast is about the roles that HR can take and how it can support your company. Tim Toterhi, this episode's guest, has tremendous experience in leading and developing HR departments, and he shares his perspective on this topic. Tim has over 20 years of management experience in the U.S., Europe, and Asia. He...

If you've been in a toxic work environment, or you are dealing with one right now, listen to this episode with Jim Rettew. It will help you understand how such an environment is created and what you can do to heal it. Jim is an interim CEO who helps non-profit organizations navigate various crisis. He has helped stabilize several non-profits, transforming them from dysfunctional to healthy and...

This episode of the Improve Work Podcast is an invitation to reconsider the reliability of online candidate selection. Paradoxically, although AI has made many aspects of hiring easier, it may also be pushing us back toward in-person selection, even for remote job roles, to ensure hiring decisions are based on accurate data. Key Points Discussed: How a candidate’s behaviour differ when interacting...

Are you familiar with profit sharing compensation strategy? If you want to understand how profit sharing works, its benefits, and how to implement a profit sharing plan in your business, listen to today’s episode of the Improve Work Podcast with Rob Gallaher. Rob has ten years of experience in using and developing this strategy in his own companies. And now he is dedicating time to guiding other b...

How have external changes made you change the way you lead your team members? In this episode of the Improve Work Podcast , my guest, Kevin Eikenberry, talks about flexible leadership and how leaders can successfully navigate change while continuing to support and guide their teams. Kevin is the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group, a leadership and learning company. He is a leade...

In this episode of the Improve Work Podcast , we explore how to achieve flow and focus in remote work life with guest Steven Puri. Steven is the Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company, which developed an app designed specifically for remote professionals. This app helps users improve focus, enhance productivity, and get better results while working remotely. Find out more about Steven and the app he...

Are you satisfied with your company's internal communication? If you want to learn more and become better at it, listen to this episode of the Improve Work Podcast with Alejandra Ramirez. Alejandra is the founder of Ready Cultures and helps organizations strengthen their internal communication. With a professional background in marketing, communications, and PR, she brings valuable insights to...

In this episode of the Improve Work Podcast , we dive into rationalization bias - a common yet often overlooked cognitive bias that affects decision-making, performance, and communication in the workplace. You’ll discover: 🔸 What rationalization bias is and how it shows up at work 🔸 Why smart employees and leaders fall into this trap 🔸 Real-life examples of how it damages team collaboration and...

Change is a key component of a business. Making a change often involves disruptions, uncertainty, and resistance, but it can also create feelings of excitement, optimism, and empowerment. As a leader, you need a strategy and a plan to introduce the changes you want smoothly and with minimal resistance. In this episode, we'll explore how you can do this, whether the change is caused by internal...

Are you an authentic leader? How can authenticity be maintained while adapting to different team members' personalities and preferences? In this episode, we receive insights about authentic leadership and people-centred cultures from La Tonya Roberts, the CEO of Harmony Consulting Group. She helps small business owners all over the world as a fractional COO, HR Consultant, executive coach, and...

Leadership is not truly impactful without the ability to have courageous conversations with your team members. In this episode, we gain insights from Virginia Sharp March on how to approach these conversations and what it takes to choose the right solutions, not just for the individuals involved, but also for the entire team and the business. Virginia is a leadership coach and consultant with exte...

In this episode of the Improve Work Podcast, you'll receive insights on how leaders can create meaningful connections with their team members, how these relationships impact performance, and how to approach low-motivation situations, from Ryan Rigterink. Ryan is a business coach who helps leaders transform their hiring process and simplify employee motivation. He is the owner of Workgaze, a pl...

In this episode of the Improve Work Podcast, you'll get information about annual employee performance reviews, their main limitations, and new approaches to performance assessment. KEY POINTS: Why do companies need employee performance reviews? What is the main goal of performance evaluation? How do we know if a performance review system is well-designed? How employee performance reviews shoul...

This episode of the Improve Work Podcast provides eight ways to enhance positive relationships in the workplace. Companies have the power to set standards and create the right conditions for positive connections. Apply these methods in your company, and let me know how things changed. Explore Improve Work's Online Programs & Courses Here: Live Training on November 12th, 2024: ⁠ Employee Mo...

In this episode, we are discussing the role that people management plays among your other responsibilities as an entrepreneur, business owner, and employer, as well as the reasons why it should be considered a top priority. Although it’s a short episode, recognizing the importance of the people management role in your business and allocating time and resources to fulfill it well can take your busi...

This episode of the Improve Work Podcast is about elevating our communication skills, and we'll gain valuable insights from Devin Sarno . Devin is a public speaking and communication coach who helps individuals develop their presentation and communication skills, as well as improve their credibility, authenticity, and authority. She also helps companies enhance their employees' communicati...

In this episode, you’ll tap into micromanagement and explore ways to replace it with a more rewarding and sustainable leadership approach that empowers employees to be more involved in the decision-making process. Christopher Seifert joins us to explore this topic and share his expertise in overcoming micromanagement. Christopher is the founder of Enabling Empowerment, a company that provides trai...

This episode of the Improve Work Podcast is about how to develop leadership skills among team members and provide equal opportunities for both men and women in leadership positions. Utkarsh Narang, our guest, shares his experiences and insights as a coach, consultant, and business owner. Utkarsh is the founder of IgnitedNeurons, a company that provides consultancy, executive coaching, and learning...

In this episode of the Improve Work Podcast, we gain valuable insights and practical advice on leadership from David J. Greer. David is an executive coach who supports entrepreneurs and members of management teams in excelling in their leadership positions. He has an impressive professional background in leadership roles, which adds significant value to his coaching services. Learn more about Davi...

In this episode of the Improve Work Podcast, we gain insights into team leadership in tech startups from Corey Spitzer. Corey is a Fractional CTO who helps tech startups manage their technical projects and navigate challenges such as technology strategy, hiring, pricing, and more. With over 20 years of experience in software engineering and 10 years in the tech startup environment, Corey offers us...

In this episode of Improve Work Podcast, we'll gain insights from Chris Dyer on how to approach different types of tough conversations and the various behaviours of the people involved in them. Chris Dyer is an expert in company culture and remote work, a best-selling author, and a speaker. He has managed thousands of people in his CEO positions, and his companies have been recognized as some...