Tim Stating the Obvious

In this episode we talk about Ethics and Compliance Officers. We had a chance to sit down and talk with Pamela Koppelmann about her career as a compliance officer. Pam is the Director of Compliance and Policy Review at Norwich University, a private Senior Military College in Northfield, Vermont. Prior to joining Norwich, she served 21 years on active duty in the United States Army. Pam was a logis...

Personal self-development is a powerful and transformative journey that offers a wide range of benefits, impacting not only one's personal life but also their professional endeavors. In an era where individuals are seeking to improve their well-being and reach their fullest potential, the pursuit of self-development has become increasingly vital. This synopsis highlights some of the key advantages...

In today's competitive business landscape, organizations are constantly on the hunt for exceptional talent. The prevailing sentiment is that they need to seek out better talent to thrive. However, I have a different perspective: why not invest in developing and retaining the existing talent pool? Also, thank you so much for listening. Don't forget to subscribe/follow, like, and leave a comment. I...

In this episode we dive into the topic of Time Management. Time management hacks are often hailed as the silver bullet for enhancing productivity, promising to make our lives more efficient and effective. However, it's essential to recognize that these hacks are not a one-size-fits-all solution. They come with various caveats and limitations that can hinder their effectiveness for some individuals...

In this episode, we dive deep into the often misunderstood world of stress and burnout faced by Gen Z and Millennials. Despite misconceptions that these generations have it easy, research shows a significant portion of them grapple with persistent stress and anxiety. Deloitte Research found that even before the pandemic, these young adults were already dealing with high levels of mental stress. We...

Before we dive into today's topic, a quick shoutout to my website, timstatingtheobvious.com. On there, you'll find insights into the essence of our show, a blog updated bi-weekly, and a curated reading list for professionals. Now, let's shift gears to the spotlight of this episode: the mindset of Gen Z and Millennials towards work and life. In this discussion, we explore how these generations perc...

In our previous episode, we delved into the 2023 Deloitte Gen Z and Millennial Survey Report, which unveiled these generations' expectations from businesses. Today, we're shifting our focus to explore their financial concerns, as revealed by the same report. Interestingly, both Gen Z and Millennials share a common concern: the escalating cost of living. However, their priorities begin to diverge h...

Welcome back! In our previous episode, we delved into the fascinating relationship between stress and engagement levels across different countries. Today, we have an exciting topic to explore as we dive into the eye-opening revelations from the highly anticipated Deloitte Gen Z and Millennial Survey Report of 2023. Imagine this: 22,000 Gen Z and Millennials from 44 countries participated in this g...

In the previous episode, we discussed my viewpoint on the global workplace report for 2023, focusing on employee engagement. In this upcoming episode, we will explore the relationship between stress and countries with high engagement levels, as well as discuss strategies for alleviating stressors. Within the North American region, a significant portion of individuals, accounting for 52%, reported...

Hey and welcome back to another episode! In the last episode, we talked about conflict management in the work environment. In this episode, we are going to talk about my perspective on the global workplace 2023 report. This is the first part of a miniseries and this episode is centered around Employee Engagement. This is a dynamic series that explores the significance of fostering a positive and m...

In the last episode, we talked about trends of trust when it comes to leadership and management in the U.S. workforce. In this episode, we are going to talk about conflict management in the work environment. Before we dive into this episode, I'd like to inform you that our website, Timstatingtheobvious.com, is now live. Here, you can find more details about our podcast, YouTube channel, and catch...

In this episode, we are going to be talking about trends of trust when it comes to leadership and management in the U.S. workforce. This is based on the perceptions of workers have of their leadership and management. According to Gallup, Employee Perceptions of Leadership Matter when it comes to trust, compassion, stability and hope - these are the four most important traits that followers, includ...

Hey and welcome back to another episode. This week we are diving into the topic of leadership versus management. So what is the difference between the two? Are they interchangeable? Our guest this week specializes in leadership development and discusses the key differences.  Our new and first guest is Doug Strickel. He has accumulated 35 years of experience between Ernst & Young CPA firm and the I...

In the last episode, we talked about productivity. In this episode, we are going to talk about how to live in the now and focus on the future. I remember a mentor of mine once told me, “live in the now but ensure you are always planning for the future.” I took that as having to divide my time planning and looking at the future more to shape conditions, resource critical friction points, and develo...

In the last episode, we talked about a trend that is still prominent in this year and is growing, which is employee well-being! If you haven’t heard that one, I would recommend that one. In this episode, we are going to take another approach and that is about productivity. Specifically, about email management. Before you scoff and change and you turn this off - just hear me out. I was reading a qu...

In the last episode, we talked about investing into our people and helping them achieve personal growth and development. In the episode we are going to be talk about a trend that is still prominent in this year and is growing. That is investing into employee well-being. #investinemployeewellbeing #investinyourpeople Social Interaction Platforms: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/timstatingtheobv...

In this episode, we are going to build upon the past two episodes with the capstone of the series with “Investing into our people and helping them achieve personal growth and development.” So recapping: In the first episode of the miniseries, we talked about establishing organizational trust and how important that is in the foundations of relationships we build with people. Then we talked about ca...

In this episode, we are going to talk about the second layer of our strategic triangle to build employee engagement, and that is through servant leadership…or as I like to call it - Someone Cares! They say the ratio of engaged to actively disengaged workers in the U.S. is 1.9 to 1, down from 2.1 to 1 in 2021 and 2.6 to 1 in 2020. The annual record high is a ratio of 2.7 to 1 in 2019. So that means...

In this episode we talk about Employee Engagement. Employee engagement refers to the level of commitment, involvement, and enthusiasm that employees have for their work AND let me stress AND their organization. Engaged employees are passionate about what they do. They FEEL a sense of connection to their coworkers and their workplace. They are motivated to contribute to the success of the company....

Last year we saw the “great resignation” and then we saw “quiet quitting” towards the end of the year. Then a counter to that, organizations went to “quiet firing“ and all in the mix of all of that, I was asking myself - Why can’t organizations not all but some organization keep talent or attract talent? We dive into this topic in this episode and offer up some ways to help retain the right people...

Let’s go over a scenario real quick. Do you find yourself in a position where your employee or team members agree with you all the time and don’t offer up challenging ideas? Do people come to you or your teams and let them know about issues or concerns that they are having? Do people speak up for the good of the organization or team even though they know deep down inside that speak up may be rocki...

We’ve all been there and if you haven’t then you will soon be there. As leaders we need to have difficult conversations and that can me us feel uneasy at times. Some leaders thrive in conflict and other don’t. It’s important to keep in mind that tough conversations are a part of leadership, and it’s not always easy, but it is essential for the growth and development of the employee and the company...

If you have never heard of the “talent cliff” is a term used to describe a phenomenon that can occur in a workforce where a significant portion of the most skilled and experienced employees are nearing retirement age, and there is a lack of adequately trained or experienced workers to replace them. This can create a gap in knowledge and skills that can negatively impact the productivity and compet...

However, before I get into this topic… I wanted to say thank you to everyone who has been listening to this podcast and sharing it. We are in several countries and all across the United States and it’s because of you! It’s because you are sharing this with one or two people who you think might like the show and I am truly humbled by you. Last year, my goal was to increase this shows audience by 20...

So, every year as we get ready to close out the calendar year. Inevitably, we look back at what we thought we were going to accomplish and what we actually accomplished. If you haven’t listened to any of the past episodes about goal setting, I recommend you check it out ==> Links Below. There are many effective ways to set goals. Here are a few tips that can help you make the most of your goals. R...