CEO on the Go

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness month, so this episode is dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention. Many people are suffering in silence. The statistics are alarming. Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the US for all ages. (CDC) Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death in the world for ages 15-24. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Raising-Awa...

Stress at work is extremely high. Leaders are under greater pressure to steady the ship in rough waters. But first they must steady themselves while finding new ways to lead in a changing environment. The process starts by looking within as opposed to depending on conditions outside yourself to be in your favor. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Leading-Your-Own-Way-in-Todays-Ti...

Many people want to make a change in their life, business or career, but lack the courage to make it happen. And the thought of reinventing themselves sounds too difficult. But it is possible when you understand what it really takes to make it happen. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Reinventing-Yourself-by-Thinking-Out-of-the-Box-with-Harvey-Castro-MD

According to a survey done by the HR Research Institute , 88% of HR Professionals say that employee communication is very important or extremely important to organizational success. Yet many organizations struggle with effective employee communication. And the state of constant change makes employee communication even more of a challenge. Many managers lack basic communication skills. But there ar...

Great leaders are life-long learners. And they’re good at inspiring other people to learn as well. But often daily demands in the business get in the way. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Boost-Your-Learning-Now-to-Get-Ahead-in-Your-Work-and-Life

“Twisties” have been in the news recently. But they don’t just apply to Simone Biles. Feeling lost is a universal experience. Many people feel lost in one way or another at different times in their lives, for different reasons. Some describe their experience as “disconnected” or “disoriented.” They don’t know where they are or where they’re going. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.c...

You don’t have to be Richard Branson or Jeff Bezos to be a bold leader. But you do need to consider ways to take more risks when you want to achieve a big goal. Today’s times are calling for leaders to be more confident and courageous. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/How-to-Be-More-Bold-When-Stakes-Are-High

Some senior leaders overestimate their power, while other leaders who perceive themselves as powerless underestimate the true power they can have. Power is a concept that is often misunderstood and misused. But there are smart strategies for shifting the balance of power when needed--to use power as a force for good. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Demystifying-the-True-Power-...

Being in a leadership role means you’re “in charge,” but it doesn’t always mean you’re in control. Sometimes leaders are caught off guard, blindsided or undermined. It happens when they  receive unexpected news. Maybe someone they trusted betrayed them. Or someone on their team leaves suddenly. Or decisions are made behind their back. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/How-to-Res...

Silos are common in the workplace, but they can create big problems impacting productivity, innovation and employee morale. Leaders who proactively address silos will help their teams get better results and move toward the new future where cross-functional teams will dominate. But leaders need to act quickly to achieve better results and gain a competitive edge. Find the full show notes at: https:...

Smart leaders are trying to help their organizations determine how to disrupt while being prepared to be disrupted themselves. Will the next wave sink your ship--or will you CHOOSE to profit from it? That’s the question that Jonathan Brill is asking. Jonathan is a renowned expert on resilient growth and decision making under uncertainty. He is author of the new book, Rogue Waves. Find the full sho...

Making meetings work has become more challenging given the new hybrid way of working. And it seems like the challenge is becoming more complicated and stressful. But there are ways to make the process easier. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Reimagining-Your-Meetings-in-the-New-Hybrid-Way-of-Working

Starting something new and different is a good idea, especially if you’re ready to accelerate your growth. If you’ve been thinking about an idea for some time, but haven’t acted on it, now may be the time. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Starting-Something-New-and-Different-to-Accelerate-Your-Growth

Loneliness has been considered an epidemic even before the global pandemic. And even with people getting back to work and becoming more social, many are still experiencing loneliness and isolation. Senior executives are no exception. They face unique challenges and more isolation given the nature of their roles. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Experiencing-Loneliness-and-Isola...

4 Days to Save the World is a bold new reality docu-series that brings together CEOs and entrepreneurs from around the world to solve impossible world problems. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Smart-Teamwork-Lessons-from-4-Days-to-Save-the-World

Creative thinking within a diverse and inclusive environment is a top skill requested by senior executives and Fortune 500 Corporations. Diversity fuels good ideation. Not surprisingly, many organizations aspire to build cultures that are diverse and inclusive. They understand the positive impact of a diverse and inclusive culture on people and profits. Find the full show notes at: https://workmat...

Good communication skills are critical for any leader who wants to be most effective in their role. And those leaders who are most successful understand that developing communication skills is an ongoing practice even for experienced executives. But today’s times are requiring that we communicate in new and different ways. Many leaders admit they are nervous and are trying to adapt. Find the full...

Where is the stress really coming from? That’s the question at the heart of this episode being aired during Mental Health Awareness Month. Job stress is nothing new. And it’s easy to make quick assumptions about what’s causing stress. But the truth is the real cause of job stress is something many managers may miss. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Identifying-the-Real-Cause-of...

The best leaders put a high priority on their own leadership development. And there are many resources for leaders who are especially motivated to take charge of their own learning and growth. Almost any kind of effective leadership development program will include training or coaching on essential leadership skills like communication skills, presentation skills, problem solving skills or decision...

When it comes to leading, you’ve got to have strength and speed to lead at your best. So do the best athletes. This year is an Olympic year and May is mental health month, so this episode explores what it takes to develop elite athletes and high performing leaders—physically and mentally. They have much in common. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Building-Strength-and-Speed-to-...

CEOs are under more pressure now than ever. The pandemic experience has made leading even more challenging and stressful. Even without a pandemic, leading at the top comes with high stress that can take a toll on even the most successful senior executives. CEO Chuck Swoboda knows this well. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/The-Power-of-Leadership-Transparency:-A-Candid-Conversa...

We all experience moments when something seems a little off. You may have forgotten a meeting or even what day, month or year it is. And you might think: “What is wrong with me?” But it’s really not uncommon given the extreme stress and change we’ve experienced over the past year. Leadership pressure is not going away. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Getting-a-Grip-When-You-Th...

If you’re struggling to make decisions, you don’t always need more data. You need to trust your ability as a leader to make smart decisions. And to do that more quickly. Today’s times call for faster decision-making. Otherwise you’ll be left behind. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/How-to-Stop-Overanalyzing-to-Make-Better-Faster-Decisions-More-Confidently

Anticipating the future can seem impossible, unless you know what to look for. And it’s even more challenging when you feel like you’ve got to manage the crisis of the day. But smart CEOs and executives are figuring it out. They’re looking at hard trends and leveraging the power of certainty to transform their organizations more quickly. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Using-H...

It’s really challenging for leaders to figure out how to get people back to work in a way that works for everybody. Things have shifted. Work doesn’t feel normal. People have been changed through the pandemic experience. But there are ways to make the process easier. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Returning-to-the-Strange-New-World-of-Work