Talking not Ranting

In this episode, Greg and Allister talk about training, how that gets delivered, and what are their preferences. How does your organization look after your training and learning needs? How do you learn best and what do you need to keep your certifications? Who are you talking to? https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ talkingnotranting@gm...

In this episode Greg and Allister talk about making resolutions or perhaps not. Do you make resolutions and how has that gone? Do you take stock of what you have going on? Who are you talking to?

Greg and Allister address a series of questions and experiences in a not-so-speedy manner. Great discussion about going back to the office, the holiday season and podcasting. Where are you working these days? What podcasts are you listening to? Who are you talking to? Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4psUFKTPSRJ9MphDpxvttQ?si=4218468a3edc4ec0 Abby Orchard Street Audio Dram...

Greg and Allister are joined by Vaseem Baig ( "Vaseem the AI Guy") and end up having such a great conversation about leadership, people that have impacted our lives and just so much good stuff. This is a great conversation that we all need from time to time. Who are you talking to? Vaseem Baig contact info: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vaseemtheaiguy/ https://www.vaseemtheaiguy.com/ https...

Greg and Allister talk about the importance of Vulnerability as a leader or manager. Great discussion about their thoughts, experiences, and questions about this topic. Who are you talking to? Here is the link to the new rebooted Safe Brave Stories podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4psUFKTPSRJ9MphDpxvttQ?si=f74d2f9efa784b5d talkingnotranting@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield...

In this episode, Greg and Allister talk about people and situations where the Hype is brought in. Whether a new idea, process, or person, what is your experience dealing with these types of situations? Are you the Hype in a situation, or the cooler, or perhaps one of the people sitting off to the side? Who are you talking to? ReBoot of Safe Brave Stories. Check of out Greg's podcast with co ho...

Join Greg and Allister as they talk about being irritated and being irritating. How do you show up? What do you do with those feelings or the feelings of others? Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg: greg@kgregsmith.com Allister: allister.field@gmail.com...

In this episode, Greg and Allister discuss how they transitioned to different companies, jobs, and roles and how they have struggled with this process at times. How have your transitions gone? What did you learn from those transitions? Who are you talking to? Check out Leaving the Puzzle Factory: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V0TemV4TZmkMkcbbcgV1O?si=abc6cad3e0a648b4 Check us out and sample our o...

In this episode, Greg and Allister discuss leadership, communication, and aftercare when the unexpected happens. How does your organization handle the really hard stuff and do they talk about it afterwards? Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg: greg@kgreg...

In this episode, Greg and Allister tackle a thought that seems to come up quite often. How good are we in ensuring that we provide context in the discussions and decisions we make? Have you been part of situations where the context wasn't provided? How did it make you feel? What were the downsides of the situation? Who are you talking to?

In this episode our hosts, Greg Smith and Allister Field, share their thoughts, observations, and experiences around giving and receiving bad news in the workplace. What are your experiences with this topic? Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg: greg@kgre...

In this episode, Greg and Allister talk about how we show up for meetings and conversations but also in our long term business relationships. How do you show up? What does showing up even mean to you and more importantly, your organization? Who are you are talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkin...

In this episode Greg and Allister discuss what they look for in a mentor. With different backgrounds and work experience, it is amazing how much thought goes into selecting a mentor or being a mentor. Have you had the benefit of a mentor? Are you an effective mentor? Who are you talking to?

As TNR approaches its 5th anniversary, Greg and Allister talk about their experiences as podcast Creators, Producers, and hosts. Great insights into this adventure with a lot of practical information about what, how, and why to undertake a podcast. Who are you hanging out with to talk to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.a...

Joining Greg and Allister is Cyndi Court, CEO of the Tiger Woods Foundation, who shares her personal and leadership journey. Great insights into how we develop with the influence and input of others. How do we give people the opportunities and exposure to aid in those critical life choices, especially as students and new employees? Are you open and curious with the people that you lead? Do we see...

Join Greg and Allister as they talk about "Tone" and its importance in our communications. Great back and forth with some really good practical examples. Our hosts contrasting backgrounds and personalities really come out in this episode. Who are you talking to and how? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talk...

Joining Greg and Allister is Dave Stimers, Lead Pastor of Westside Church located in Hamilton, Ontario. Dave talks about his career and leadership journey. What Dave shares is funny, serious, insightful, and relatable. This was such a good discussion time got away from our hosts. So much packed into this episode. This is definitely a good listen. Who are you talking to? Dave Stimers https://www.we...

Greg and Allister discuss contracting and their experiences as contractors. Although our hosts approach the topic from very different experiences, there are some lessons to be learned. Are you a contractor? Are you thinking about becoming a contractor or consultant? Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl....

In this episode, Greg and Allister have different thoughts on using assessment tools in testing candidates for positions. There is some agreement, but Allister draws a line relating to some of his personal experiences. What steps do you use to test potential candidates? Are you just checking a box and presenting some shallow assessment that won't bring out the candidates' skills and experi...

Have you had poor experiences during hiring processes where you have been ghosted? Have you been left hanging out there, not knowing what is going on? In this episode, Greg and Allister talk about their experiences, thoughts, and observations around being ghosted. How is your organization handling hiring processes? Are your potential new hires being left out in the cold? Who are you talking to?

In this episode, Greg and Allister discuss the importance of having diverse people, knowledge, and experience around the table. Who are you bringing into the effort? Do you have enough diverse voices speaking up? This episode brings out some passion but deep experiences as well. You are you talking to?

In this episode our two hosts, Greg Smith and Allister Field, give an update on what they are doing with work, life and with podcasts. Who are you talking to about what is going on with your life and career? Who is in your community? Don't take the journey alone. Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn page in the publication section: https://shorturl.at/dkrS2 Email: talkingnotr...

In this episode Greg and Allister talk about the opportunities and pressure to become a manager. What is you experience around this topic? Do you want to join management? If so why? Both Greg and Allister talk about their thoughts and journey in this area. You are you talking to?

In this episode Greg and Allister talk about how people learn. This discussion includes how each of our hosts like to learn and some of the approaches which help individuals and teams learn. How do you best learn? Do you have the environment to learn what you need to so that you can do your role or future roles. Who are you talking to? Check us out and sample our other projects on our LinkedIn pag...

With political turmoil, elections, and economic uncertainty, how are we discussing what is happening? Join Greg and Allister as they discuss their experiences and observations during these critical times. How are you doing? Are you able to have the conversations you need to have? Who are you talking to?