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Today’s episode is different. It’s a special message for you + free gifts! Just a way to say THANK YOU for being a New Culture Norm podcast listener! Gift 1: If you struggle with Employee Engagement… The first 10 listeners that email culture@businessadvocatespro.com with “Employee Engagement Packet” in the subject line will receive a Free copy of the Employee Engagement Planning Packet (normal pri...

You may have tried different activities or gestures to boost morale and employee motivation on your team, but nothing works. In this episode, we’re talking about 5 things your team needs from you that you may be overlooking. This 5 things will help you increase team motivation & productivity in the workplace. A surprising stat about the cost of having unmotivated & unproductive employees is discus...

Today is the last episode of Employee Motivation Week. If you’re trying to get your team to buy into changes that are being made & you want them to commit to the vision, this is the episode for you! Gaining employee buy-in is very important while working towards a vision/goal. This episode will help you understand why your team isn’t buying and provide tips to help you as well. **This episode is s...

It’s episode 4 of Employee Motivation Week and we’re talking about the benefits of having a motivated team. We hear about how important it is to motivate employees, but to ‘really’ understand what it can do for the business & team? On this episode, we’re discussing 5 valuable benefits of having a motivated team & why you can’t afford to not have one! **This episode is sponsored by the How to Get &...

We’re in episode 3 of Employee Motivation Week. There are some phrases that managers and leaders say far too often. But what you may not know that these commonly said phrases are actually signs that you have an unmotivated team. We’ll discuss 13 of those things on this episode! **This episode is sponsored by the How to Get & Keep Your Team Motivated Webinar. Learn more about this free webinar & sa...

It’s the second episode of Employee Motivation Week and today, we’re giving you a #PROtip. Something to get you a quick, yet impactful win with your team. The #PROtip in today’s episode has been featured on fitsmallbusiness.com (article linked below) and although it’s strategic, it’s a very fun & revealing way to find out what your team really wants out of a workplace. **This episode is sponsored...

Today, we’re kicking off Employee Motivation Week! We’ll be discussing topics & areas related to employee and team motivation all week so be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! **This episode is sponsored by the How to Get & Keep Your Team Motivated Webinar. Learn more about this free webinar & save your seat at motivatewebinar.baproinc.com** Resources mentioned in this episode: The 5...

Team motivation can be very inconsistent in the workplace. As managers & leaders, this is a struggle for performance & morale and sometimes, you need a quick win. On this week’s #PROtip Tuesday episode, you’ll get 5 easy & simple ways to motivate your team this week! **This episode is sponsored by the How to Get & Keep Your Team Motivated Webinar. Learn more about this free webinar & save your sea...

If you have people who report to you, you’re responsible for driving your team towards an organizational vision. The biggest piece of seeing this happen is getting employees to buy into the vision. In this episode, we’re talking specifically about a shared vision is and why every manager or business owner needs one. Episodes mentioned: 3 Myths about Vision Statements - baproinc.com/ncn41 Highlight...

What’s a vision statement and do we know the truth about them? On this week’s episode of the #RealLifeLeader series, we’re diving into the top 3 myths that managers, leaders and business owners believe about vision statements what it really means to have one. Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/ncn41 Questions about this episode? Topic suggestions for future episodes? Rec...

What does becoming debt free teach us about increasing employee engagement? On this episode, we’ll discuss two important keys to employee engagement and how you can use these keys to increase engagement in your workplace. This episode is a part of the #RealLifeLeader Series. Use #RealLifeLeader to chat about this episode on Twitter & Instagram: @BAPROINC. Don’t forget to share your #RealLifeLeader...

Does building a relationship with your employees mean becoming friends? Is there a way to connect with your team without getting too personal? This was a question received for #PROTalkTuesday, where listeners submit questions to be answered on the podcast. On this episode, we’ll answer this question and provide tips also! This episode is a part of the #RealLifeLeader Series. Use #RealLifeLeader to...

Most companies and managers believe that employee training classes fix all performance issues in the workplace. This is a huge misconception. Although training employees is a great thing and can be very beneficial, it can be used the wrong way. On this episode of the podcast, we’ll discuss the top 3 reasons why employee training will backfire. This episode is a part of the #RealLifeLeader Series....

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a manager and a leader? Is there even a difference? We tend to use these names interchangeably, but there are different roles. In today’s episode, we’ll go over 8 distinct differences between a manager and leader and how they impact your involvement with your team. This episode is a part of the #RealLifeLeader Series. Use #RealLifeLeader to cha...

Is it possible to get employees to care about their work? This seems to be a question that many managers and leaders have when they experience employees that have checked out. On this episode, Dionna answers this question and provides 3 specific steps that managers & leaders should follow when they’re faced with this challenge. This episode is a part of the #RealLifeLeader Series. Use #RealLifeLea...

There are so many layers to leadership and sometimes we have questions and situations that we can’t find guidance on. That’s why our new series, #RealLifeLeader was created. To address the good & bad, the ups & downs, the triumphs & trials of being a real leader in the real world! On today’s episode, we’re talking about the impact of leadership burnout, why it occurs, and how to overcome it. The 7...

#PROtip episodes are something new to The New Culture Norm Podcast. Quick and simple tips that allow you to take immediate action and see results with your team. On this episode, we’re discussing how you can increase employee motivation by utilizing the strengths of your team. Want more engagement activities & gestures for your team? Grab your Employee Engagement Planning Packet to plan and schedu...

Is it possible to change the culture in your company if upper management and Human Resources don’t take it seriously? This week’s #PROtalkTuesday episode answers this question + actionable 5 tips! Free Resources Mentioned: 37 Engaging Questions to Ask Your Team: www.baproinc.com How to Detect Workplace Culture Workbook: www.baproinc.com Schedule your clarity call: www.baproinc.com Highlights from...

You know it’s time for culture change in your office, but how do you start the process? On this week’s episode, we’ll discuss the first stage of company culture change and what steps are needed. Episode 34: Signs of a Toxic Company Culture: https://baproinc.com/ncn34/ Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/ncn35 Questions about this episode? Topic suggestions for future epis...

Today's #PROtalkTuesday question was submitted by Henry: How can you align your personal values with the values of the company that you work for? What do you do when your values don’t align with the company you work for? Tune in for the recommended tips! Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/protalk6 Questions about this episode? Topic suggestions for future episodes? Recor...

Are you working in a hostile work environment? Is your company culture toxic? On this episode, we’ll discuss 6 common signs of toxic company culture and how to identify them in your workplace. Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/ncn34 Questions about this episode? Topic suggestions for future episodes? Record them using the green Record Podcast Question at www.baproinc.co...

#PROtip episodes are something new to The New Culture Norm Podcast. Quick and simple tips that allow you to take immediate action and see results with your team. On this episode, we’re discussing how you can apply the pay it forward concept to employee engagement. Use this simple activity to create a sense of gratitude and appreciation for others on your team. Want more engagement activities & ges...

If you’ve been watching the news, you’re aware that there have been several issues of sexual & behavioral workplace misconduct lately. As a business owner, leader and/or professional, it is critical to understand how you can prevent this from happening in your workplace, and that can be done through diversity. On this episode, Dionna had the honor of speaking the Yolanda Hamilton, Owner and Chief...

After doing a poll on social media, we received some great & interesting feedback from people on why they’ve quit a previous job. On today’s episode, we’ll discuss those 8 reasons and the list just may surprise you! Additional sources mentioned in this episode: https://hbr.org/2018/01/why-people-really-quit-their-jobs Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/protalk5 Questions...

Out of sight, out of mind is a real thing. Your remote employees should not fell non-existent because they aren’t in the same office as you or the team. In this episode, we’re discussing how you can keep remote employees engaged & connected to the team no matter where they are. •Prioritize & plan engagement efforts with the Employee Engagement Planning Packet. Use this 10% DISCOUNT CODE: NCN10. ht...