WorkPlay Solutions Podcast

Part 2 of 2. How do I use surveys to build trust with my audience? How do I ask the right questions, the right way, at the right time? What are examples of terrible survey questions? What question should you never ask? How do I have a "survey conversation"? Shoutouts and References: Betty and Jean; Joe Magno Host: Mark Suroviec, M. Ed. | Owner and Founder of WorkPlay Solutions Guest: Dr. Matt Cham...

Part 1 of 2. How do I use surveys to build trust with my audience? How do I ask the right questions, the right way, at the right time? What is the "autopsy approach" to gathering feedback? Why should I "close the loop" with my participants? How did the Net Promotor Score become "a scourge upon this world"? Shoutouts and References: The Survey Playbook by Dr. Matt Champagne; Purdue University, Net...

What are our inner, social, and value narratives? What does it look like when my narrative is tangled? How should I interpret silence? How does a coach help me overcome obstacles? How far would Jim go to get rid of a bad roommate? Shoutouts and References: Wikipedia, Allison Gilmore Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Jim Karwisch | Narrative Coach https://www.untanglednarrative.com/ For more info, visit w...

What makes stories so powerful? What does it look like when my narrative is tangled? How can I have more confidence professionally? How does a coach help me overcome obstacles? Why is Jim driving on the wrong side of the road? Shoutouts and References: Brené Brown; David Clark Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Jim Karwisch | Narrative Coach https://www.untanglednarrative.com/ For more info, visit www.wor...

Part 2 of 2. How do I best deal with the garbage behavior of others? What does emotionally intelligent conflict look like? How important are restoration and forgiveness? Shoutouts and References: Outward Bound USA; Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown; Mindset by Carol S. Dweck; Jasper Hunt Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Iggy Perillo | Boss and Founder at WSL Leadership https://www.wslleadership.com/ For...

Part 1 of 2. What can I do about challenging personalities at work? How do I best deal with the garbage behavior of others? What does emotionally intelligent conflict look like? Did someone just steal a car? Shoutouts and References: Outward Bound; Brené Brown; Amy Edmondson; Mindset by Carol S. Dweck Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Iggy Perillo | Boss and Founder at WSL Leadership https://www.wslleade...

What is Kikori? What were some of the challenges in launching the app? What do you believe about access to experiential education? When are the real grownups coming? Shoutouts and References: Kendra Bostick; Mark Zanoni; Laurie S. Frank; Chris Cavert; Jennifer Stanchfield; Karl Rohnke; Michelle Cummings; Mark Collard; Al Petitpas; Wilderness Educator Association (WEA); Association for Challenge Co...

Part 2 of 2. What are the six facilitation skills every teacher should have? How can teachers better engage their students? Who has helped you in your career? Why are the staff tying their shoelaces together? Shoutouts and References: Lorelei Dreibelbis; Open to Outcome by Micah Jacobson and Mari Ruddy; John Newman; University of Michigan; Spiderweb activity Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Lucinda Mart...

Part 1 of 2. What are the six facilitation skills every teacher should have? How can teachers better engage their students? How long did Mark own an iPhone before the screen broke? Shoutouts and References: Association for Experiential Education (AEE); The First Six Weeks of School by Responsible Classroom. Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Lucinda Martinelli | Creator and Director of Whole Planet Consul...

Part 2 of 2. Mark and Rhonda discuss 8 key concepts (8 R's) for leading experiential activities. The 8'rs are a sneak peek from our new train the trainer workshop - "Bring Training to Life! How to Make Learning More Fun, Memorable, and Effective" Shoutouts and References: Joseph Cook, Roger Greer, Keypunch activity Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Rhonda Campbell | Professional Coach and Addiction Advoc...

Part 1 of 2. Mark and Rhonda discuss 8 key concepts (8 R's) for leading experiential activities. The 8'rs are a sneak peek from our new train the trainer workshop - "Bring Training to Life!: How to Make Learning More Fun, Memorable, and Effective" Shoutouts and References: Joseph Cook, Springfield College, Keypunch activity Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Rhonda Campbell | Professional Coach and Addict...

Part 2 of 2. Mark interviews small business owner Chris Spinks. What advice would you give to prospective entrepreneurs? How do you manage customer expectations? Why build a team of support professionals? What happened to Mark on the pirate ship? Shoutouts and References: OSHA, Tom Brady, John Rogers Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Chris Spinks | Owner, SpinksPro Pressure Washing @spinkspro https://spi...

Part 1 of 2. Mark interviews small business owner Chris Spinks. How did you create a successful business? What were some of the key decisions in your journey? What did you learn from the Covid-19 pandemic? Shoutouts and References: Georgia DFCS Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Chris Spinks | Owner, SpinksPro Pressure Washing @spinkspro https://spinkspro.com/ For more info, visit www.workplaysolutions.co...

How do athletes achieve high performance? How do you integrate your family with your business? What is the relationship between sleep and decision-making? How old are Mark's knees? Shoutouts and References: Erie Bank Sports Park; Mario Lemieux; NBA G League, Allan Houston; Ervin "Magic" Johnson; Charles Barkley; Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast; Minnesota St. University, Mankato; Tim Ferris Ho...

Part 2. What mistakes do managers make when they try to delegate a task or project? How can I clearly communicate my expectations? How do I decide what level of delegation to use? Shoutouts and References: Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Rhonda Campbell | Professional Coach and Addiction Advocate For more info, visit www.workplaysolutions.com or email mark@workplaysolutions.com Follow us on Facebook: W...

What mistakes do managers make when they try to delegate a task or project? How can I clearly communicate my expectations? What are the principles of delegating effectively? What brings Rhonda joy? Shoutouts and References: David Lillie, Truett Cathy Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Rhonda Campbell | Professional Coach and Addiction Advocate For more info, visit www.workplaysolutions.com or email mark@w...

Part 2 of 2. What is true about leading in different environments? What does it mean to have "a seat at the table"? Why are you so passionate about mentoring? Shoutouts and References: Shorter University, Gayla Darville, Dub's Dad, Decisive by Chip & Dan Heath, BCIL Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Dr. Robert H "Dub" Darville III PhD CPA For more info, visit www.workplaysolutions.com or email mark@w...

Part 1 of 2. How do you define leadership? What is the difference between leading in academic, non-profit, and business environments? What is your favorite mascot? Shoutouts and References: Shorter University, University of Tennesee, Boston College, Stephen Darville, Sarah Darville. Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Dr. Robert H "Dub" Darville III PhD CPA For more info, visit www.workplaysolutions.com or...

Mark and Sasha take a break from attending the ACCT Conference to share stories of facilitating groups and training staff. How did you get here? What have you learned? Let's "Spin the Wheel of Embarrassing Moments." Shoutouts and References: Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT); Roger Greer; Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Sasha Griffith | Assistant Director of...

In this special episode Stacie Marshall, a farmer in NW Georgia, reflects on her discovery that “My family owned slaves.” How has this knowledge affected my community? Why do these stories matter? What does reconciliation look like? How do I love my neighbor? Shoutouts and References: Hester, Melvin & Betty Mosley, Matthew Raiford | Gilliard Farms, Steve Scoggins, W.D. Scoggins, Kim Severson |...

What makes a good pilot, engineer, or leader? How do you get to know the capabilities of your team? What does healthy culture look like on a project? Can we please wait to do the dishes until after we record? Shoutouts and References: Countdown Games; Angel Flight Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Donald Harper | Pilot, Civil Engineer, & Angel Flight volunteer For more info, visit www.workplaysolutio...

What is healthy work culture and why should I care? How do I know if my culture is healthy? What does an unhealthy culture feel like? Rhonda, what's the deal with those chimes? Shoutouts and References: Every Good Endeavor by Timothy Keller; Think Again by Adam Grant Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Rhonda Campbell | Professional Coach and Addiction Advocate For more info, visit www.workplaysolutions.co...

Part 2 of 2. What is Self-Awareness? Why is it so vital? How can I be more self-aware? What's the difference between a clip and a magazine? Shoutouts and References: US Navy SEALs; SWCC; EQ-i; Chris's Dad Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Dr. Chris Auger, BCC, US Navy SEAL, LCDR (ret) | Team and Leader Performance Coach For more info, visit www.workplaysolutions.com or email mark@workplaysolutions.com Fo...

Part 1 of 2. What is Self-Awareness? Why is it so vital? How can I be more self-aware? Who would win a fight between Captain Crunch and Tony the Tiger? Shoutouts and References: Reldan Nadler, EQ-i, Sandra Auger, Alexis Jones Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: Dr. Chris Auger, BCC, US Navy SEAL, LCDR (ret) | Team and Leader Performance Coach For more info, visit www.workplaysolutions.com or email mark@wor...

Part 2 of 2. Who are you thankful for? What are some examples of "less than ideal" management? What should you do if you have a bad manager? How do we get our names on the dinner menu? Shoutouts and References: Chris Fitzgerald, Ford Pinto Host: Mark Suroviec Guest: David Lillie Account Manager | Husband + Father | MBA For more info, visit www.workplaysolutions.com or email mark@workplaysolutions....