CEO on the Go

It’s easy to feel like you’re being tested by change, but now is the time to inspire change. Even leaders who don’t consider themselves to be inspiring can take steps to energize their team, overcome resistance and create positive change. If you want to communicate bold ideas and move your organizations forward in new ways, you can do it. People are waiting for you. Find the full show notes at: ht...

Whether you’re trying to grow your business…or simply survive, you must think differently and take a leap of faith into the unknown. Many leaders are trying to predict what will happen, but the reality is there is so much uncertainty. It’s frustrating and exhausting. Leaders are feeling pressure to figure things out. But trying harder isn’t always the best approach. This episode covers: - Why how...

If you’re leading virtual meetings of any kind, you could be making basic mistakes and not even know it. But fortunately they can be easily corrected. These times are requiring that we engage people differently online—whether you’re running a small team meeting, executive retreat or large conference. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/How-to-Avoid-Key-Mistakes-Leading-Virtual-Mee...

Introverts represent almost half of the workforce, yet most companies favor extroverts. This special episode features a conversation with guest expert, Jennifer Kahnweiler, PhD, author of *Creating Introvert-Friendly Workplaces* and *The Introverted Leader*. Jennifer explains introverted types are keen observers, listeners and deep thinkers. When the needs of introverts are ignored, they become di...

There’s no shortage of problems to work on, especially now. And today’s problems seem especially complicated. Sometimes you may not see the problem clearly. Other times the problem you see may not be the real problem. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Getting-to-the-Real-Problem

What’s the elephant in your room? It’s time to address it. Many leaders don’t know how. Sometimes it seems easier to pretend like it’s not there. Or you hope it will just go away. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Addressing-the-Elephant-in-the-Room

This special episode features an interesting conversation with guest expert, Marlene Chism, author of *No Drama Leadership* and *Stop Workplace Drama*. Today’s times are especially sensitive for leaders and those they serve. Marlene shares timely insights and tips about how to deal effectively with all kinds of drama in the workplace, especially during these challenging times. Find the full show n...

The speed at which you’re having to make difficult decisions is accelerating. With so much change, you’ve got to be ready to shift direction and adapt quickly. Decision-making in today’s environment is a heavy weight on top leaders. And there’s a lot at stake. But you can apply smart thinking and actions to help you make decisions with more ease, clarity and confidence. This episode covers: - Fund...

It’s challenging enough just to get your team on the same page. Now you have to get them on a NEW page to compete, stay relevant and achieve new possibilities. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Getting-Your-Team-on-a-NEW-Page

Do you feel like you’re up one day and down the next? That’s normal. Working from home, among other challenges, is taking a toll on many people, including executives. This episode explores conversations to have with your team to move through tough times more easily. Mental health should be a priority for you and your organization. Maintaining self-compassion and creating a positive outlook is key....

Overwhelm has become the new normal, even for the most experienced leaders. And it’s not always based on everything that’s going on around you. When the days blur together and you feel like your head is spinning, there is a way OUT. Find the clarity and focus you need to move through overwhelm and lead at your best. This episode covers: - The real reason you feel overwhelmed - What questions to as...

Your resilience is being tested now more than ever. The pace of change is accelerating and it’s becoming more challenging to bounce back from setbacks. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Building-Your-Leadership-Resilience-During-Constant-Change

Do you know what you really want to do, be or create? Chances are good that you’ve spent a lot of time working on a vision for your organization, but you haven’t had the opportunity to think clearly and honestly about your own personal aspirations. But taking some time now to focus on you and what you really want is smart to do now, especially with a little more thinking time. Read the full show n...

When I ask CEOs and executives about their biggest challenges, “communication issues” often top the list. It’s a broad topic, but today I address one of the most fundamental elements to good communication – understanding communication style. With so much of the workforce working from home now, it’s even more important to understand best ways to communicate in the new environment. For the full show...

Introducing CEO on the Go with Gayle Lantz, a show about the people side of leadership. Listen in to hear more about what you can expect on future episodes!