EnRich Relationships

Great leaders don’t just give answers, they help others discover their own. In this motivational father–son episode, we bring 2025 to a close with an overview of coaching and why it is one of the most powerful ways to EnRich Relationships and unlock potential, both at work and at home. The International Coaching Federation (ICF) defines coaching as "partnering in a thought-provoking and creat...

Correction can change behavior. Chastening can change people. In this motivational father–son episode, we explore the difference between chastening and chastising and why the way we correct others matters just as much as what we say. Chastising focuses on being right. Chastening focuses on helping someone grow. When done with care, love, and accountability, chastening invites people to recognize t...

Lack of career development is the #1 reason people quit their jobs, so it’s up to us to change that! In this motivational father–son episode, we explore why courtesy interviews are a simple but powerful way for managers (and families) to show genuine commitment to the people who rely on them. Even when an internal candidate isn’t the perfect fit “on paper,” offering a courtesy interview boosts mor...

Great leaders and great families know this truth: you get what you reward! In this motivational father–son episode, we explore the power of praising in public: at work, at home, and anywhere people need to feel seen and valued. Public praise doesn’t just lift one person, it lifts the whole culture. When we take time to recognize effort out loud, we reinforce what matters most and inspire others to...

We are only as good as the feedback we get! In this father–son episode, we explore how to Feed Yourself with Feedback and discuss and why great leaders, parents, and partners actively seek feedback. At its core, the word "feedback" begins with "feed." It nourishes our growth, sharpens our skills, and strengthens our relationships. When we invite honest feedback, we don’t just improve ourselves, we...

Season 2 begins ! We are kicking off this new season of our father–son podcast with an invitation to stay focused on what matters most: family, faith, and your top goals. Distractions are everywhere in today's world: even good things can be distractions! Here’s how to choose the right “yes” and give a gracious “no.”▶ What’s inside :• A practical filter for “good vs. great” opportunities• How t...

A great leader in the workplace and within the walls of the home is firm in their beliefs. Standing firm in your convictions allows you to set healthy boundaries while also lifting others around you and empowering them to stand for their own beliefs and ideals. In a tumultuous world where our beliefs are constantly challenged, knowing what you stand for both gives you strength as an individual and...

When does collaboration stop being a value to ideas and projects, and instead becomes an obstacle to progress? We dive into the importance of including different voices in making decisions, and then ultimately making and sticking to a decision. Whether we are at work or at home, we can make effective decisions that progress us forward and EnRich our Relationships. We encourage you to share feedbac...

In school, we learn important rules that become ingrained in our actions and conduct. Yet, as we grow up, we tend to forget (or ignore) these rules. Today, we would like to revisit these classroom rules and share how reintroducing these rules into our work and home life can help us EnRich our Relationships. We encourage you to share feedback with us in the comments as well as subscribe to be notif...

We can all agree, no one likes a micromanager. Yet, if everyone dislikes micromanagers, why do they exist? In this episode, we dive into what causing micromanaging, how it impacts those around us, and how we can overcome micromanagement: through trust and open communication. Whether it be with our boss at work or our spouse at home, we can all EnRich our Relationships by ridding ourselves of micro...

"How are you?" - this is one of the most common questions we hear when we talk to a boss, parent, friend, etc. The most common response? "Fine." Yet, the truth is usually better or worse than simply "fine." In this episode, we explore how to effectively ask (and answer) this common question in a way that helps us understand others and EnRich our Relationships with the...

As we move into a new year, end of year work evaluations are on everyone's mind. We wanted to take an episode to talk about how to best approach these evaluations as both the one receiving and the one giving the evaluation to make them "enRiching." These summative evaluations are a great opportunity to set everyone up for a great year of success and create meaning in the work we do a...

One lesson which we reinforce constantly in our podcast is the importance of good communication in a relationship. An essential element of good communication is committing to the promises we make (whether we meant them or not). When we are ambiguous, unclear, or hyperbolic in our speech we create confusion and may unintentionally hurt that trust we are working hard to build. We encourage you to sh...

Great leaders can make work a second home for many of us; but when poor leadership is left to grow, we can find ourselves in a toxic workplace. We talk about how we can combat toxic workplaces as well as how we can use these same tactics to improve life at home with our loved ones. We encourage you to share feedback with us in the comments as well as subscribe to be notified of new episodes when t...

"I'm sorry." It's a phrase we are taught as little children. However, as we grow through life, we find that these two words can prove challenging to say, especially to those closest to us. In this episode, we discuss how to approach apologies at work and at home so "that ye may be healed" (James 5:16). We encourage you to share feedback with us in the comments as well a...

One of the first lessons a new manager or parent learns is that "You Get What You Reward." This psychological principle helps us understand that when we celebrate and promote the positive behavior of others, we continue to see that same behavior. Conversely, when we tolerate and permit poor behavior, we are likely to also see that same behavior persist. We encourage you to share feedback...

"To err is human, to forgive divine." Alexander Pope's famous line reminds us that mistakes are part of the human experience, but what we choose to do with those mistakes is what makes all the difference. In this episode we talk about how we can learn from our mistakes as well as seek forgiveness of others and ourselves... with perhaps a little help from the divine. We encourage you...

Back during our series on difficult discussions, we included a short commentary on the importance of setting expectations when seeking to EnRich Relationships. This principle is paramount in the continuation of strong communication and maintaining trust with others. So, we decided to make an entire episode dedicated to "Setting Expectations" at work and at home. We encourage you to share...

Last time we talked about how empathy improves relationships; but, how do we demonstrate empathy when we have a strained relationship with the other person? One of our viewers asked this great question, and in this episode we explore the answer to that very question. We encourage you to share feedback with us in the comments as well as subscribe to be notified of new episodes when they are uploade...

Deep understanding of those around us allows us to improve our relationships. This is where empathy comes in: when we demonstrate true empathy at work and at home we are able to see deeper into the hearts and lives of others. In turn, we are better able to support, connect with, and respect them. We encourage you to share feedback with us in the comments as well as subscribe to be notified of new...

One of the greatest gifts of human connection is the ability to learn from others. In this episode, we explore the idea of surrounding yourself with people who are smarter than you. As you do so, you will not only grow as a person and leader, but also better understand others and EnRich Relationships at work and at home. We encourage you to share feedback with us in the comments as well as subscri...

We asked for your questions and you delivered! In this two-part series, we provide our insights and experiences on questions you provided about Difficult Discussions. You will find questions at the following timestamps: 00:51 / 06:08 / 09:47 / 15:38 / 20:20 . We encourage you to share feedback with us in the comments as well as subscribe to be notified of new episodes when they are uploaded. Email...

We asked for your questions and you delivered! In this two-part series, we provide our insights and experiences on questions you provided about Difficult Discussions. You will find questions at the following timestamps: 01:06 / 02:56 / 06:05 / 12:05 / 16:38 / 20:12 . We encourage you to share feedback with us in the comments as well as subscribe to be notified of new episodes when they are uploade...

The fifth (and final) step in improving Difficult Discussions requires the right mindset. If our goal throughout (and after) the conversation is to protect and improve the relationship, we will find greater understanding and connection as a result. We encourage you to share feedback with us in the comments as well as subscribe to be notified of new episodes when they are uploaded. Email us your fe...

The fourth step in improving Difficult Discussions starts at the very beginning: with starting the conversation the right way. This episode focuses on Dax's perspectives of starting the conversation in a way that invites open dialogue and honest feedback. We encourage you to share feedback with us in the comments as well as subscribe to be notified of new episodes when they are uploaded. Email...