Pinnacle Performance Company

Fishbowl Fridays

Education EN ↓ 66 episodes

Every Friday, G. Riley Mills and Brad Lawrence from Pinnacle Performance Company answer your pressing communication questions!

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Pinnacle Performance Company

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Education

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fishbowlfriday.podbean.com

Latest episode

Jul 3, 2026

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Episodes

Synergy and Sparks - Pillar 2: Presence 29.08.2025

In part 3 of our Synergy and Sparks interview, Brad and Gary discuss the second of 6 pillars of Modern Leadership, Presence.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco   Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2   For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book  

Do People Know I Exist? 22.08.2025

Feeling like a wallflower? Involuntarily invisible in the workplace? Gary and Brad talk about ways to be a blip on another's radar.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

Synergy and Sparks - Pillar 1: Communication 15.08.2025

In part 2 of our Synergy and Sparks interview, Brad and Gary discuss the first of 6 pillars of Modern Leadership, communication.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco   Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2   For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book  

How Do I Improve My Executive Presence? 08.08.2025

Executive presence: everyone wants it, but what is it and how do we get it? Gary and Brad discuss one of the biggest buzzterms in today's professional world. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyan...

What is Synergy and Sparks? 01.08.2025

Gary has written a new book, Synergy and Sparks. Brad is gonna find out more during this multi-part interview. Here is part 1! Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2

How Do I Keep Cool? 25.07.2025

Flustered by bluster? Gary and Brad discuss staying cool when others try to derail your train. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

Dealing with Senior Leaders 11.07.2025

Senior leaders mean higher stakes, and stakes demand a job well done. G and Brad discuss how to handle executive audiences (minus more steak puns). Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Regain Confidence 27.06.2025

Diminishing self-confidence can become a downward spiral if you let it. G and Brad discuss how to head north when things are going south. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Missed Deadlines 13.06.2025

Better late than never? Not always. G and Brad discuss time management and dealing with looming (and missed) deadlines. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Getting Buy-in 30.05.2025

G and Brad provide some tools for motivating others to jump on board and commit, especially when there's resistance. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Being a Better Listener 16.05.2025

Emails, texts, DMs, oh, my! G and Brad discuss strategies and tools for active listening in a world that makes it as difficult as possible.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Misinterpreted Emails 02.05.2025

Fat thumbs and autocorrect aren't your only enemies when texting and emailing. G and Brad discuss risks and strategies when using text-only communication.    Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Am I Clear Enough? 18.04.2025

Clarity and engagement are two of the biggest challenges inherent in professional communication. G and Brad discuss and provide some best practices.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

I'm Nervous Before a Big Speech 04.04.2025

Jitters, butterflies, nausea- — no, you haven't had too much coffee. You're probably doing some public speaking. G and Brad discuss more ways to project confidence under tough circumstances.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Brainstorming 21.03.2025

The science is in, and a workplace tradition is actually a terrible way to generate ideas. G and Brad discuss why and provide an alternative.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

How Do I Deal With A Snarky Coworker? 07.03.2025

Everyone's a critic but not necessarily a great communicator. G and Brad discuss how to deal with an "opinionated" colleague.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

How Do I Handle People Who Interrupt? 21.02.2025

Trains aren't the only things that can be derailed. G and Brad discuss the challenges of active listening and how to deal with frequent interruptions.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

How Do I Become a Better Storyteller? 07.02.2025

One of the most ubiquitous and powerful tools is also one of the toughest to use well. Gary and Brad discuss the elements and importance of stories.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Creating a Feedback Culture 24.01.2025

What’s something that’s challenging to both give and receive? Gary and Brad discuss strategies for being on both sides of feedback.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

I Got Asked a Question But Don't Know the Answer 10.01.2025

Stumped by a question? Need to buy time to think? Gary and Brad discuss some valuable Q&A strategies.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

What is Psychological Safety? 03.01.2025

How can you get your team members to take risks while still being authentic? Gary and Brad discuss the pillars and importance of psychological safety.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Is It Okay to Pause? 20.12.2024

Is silence golden or uncomfortable? Gary and Brad discuss different types of pauses and why quiet is sometimes your best option.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

People Say I'm Too Bossy 13.12.2024

Communication is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor. Gary and Brad discuss enlarging your suite of options and ensuring you have the right tool for the job.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco  

Is It Okay to End Early? 06.12.2024

Can you cross the finish line too soon? Gary and Brad discuss the upside to being concise and what to do about Parkinson’s Law.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

What Do I Do if I Have to Present on Short Notice? 22.11.2024

Under the gun and put on the spot? Gary and Brad discuss maximizing preparation when you don’t have much time.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

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