Leading with Conversation

The next series of podcasts deals with Adaptive versus Technical challenges in leadership, following up on a webinar we produced in March of 2022... In this episode, we'll look at the differences between those Adaptive and Technical challenges we face as leaders, as well as the 6 behaviors we can take as leaders to help us identify and tackle those Adaptive challenges. View the original webinar he...

Today, the JLC coaches continue their discussion surrounding a recent article that discusses how you can successfully transform your Leadership team. Join Dr. Ray, Colleen, and Joe as the three talk about the importance of leaders taking ownership of their behaviors, and those of the team. Key topics: Conduct in meetings and creating safe space for collaborative input… The Jorgensen Learning Cente...

As a leader, how do you develop trust among your colleagues? Ray and the JLC coaches talk in this episode about establishing and defining the Learning Conversation Guidelines…  These 5 guidelines are part of the fundamental action leaders must take with their team and colleagues to grow and manage change effectively… Key themes: Listening, Respect, Intent, Understanding The Jorgensen Learning Cent...

Today, the JLC coaches continue their discussion surrounding a recent article that discusses how you can successfully transform your Leadership team. In Part 3, we discuss how you can take ownership of your team's behavior, and how to keep your team Focused on the end goal of team growth and success. The Jorgensen Learning Center offers a variety of programs for individuals and organizations to en...

Sit in with the Jorgensen Learning Center insiders as Ray, Colleen, Julie and Vince discuss problem-solving in the workplace… What's the difference between a technical problem and an adaptive challenge? In this episode, you'll learn how to identify that difference, you'll hear stories from the team about how they've handled these issues in the past, and you'll learn how to develop your own practic...

Check out what JLC coaches Ray, Colleen and Joe have to say about reinventing your leadership team. Joe and Ray do a deep dive on the urgent need to improve collective leadership. Beyond Roles and Responsibilities, a crucial component of reinventing your leadership team involves putting the right people in place. Listen in to find out how! The Jorgensen Learning Center offers a variety of programs...

In an increasingly virtual business world, what can we do to improve the quality of our online or virtual presence when communicating with our colleagues and teammates? In this episode, go Inside JLC, and join coaches Colleen, Julie, Terry, and Dr. Ray as they call out common virtual communication challenges, while offering practical, actionable tips to make your virtual meetings more engaging, an...

Want more engagement and more follow-through from colleagues during meetings? Have your team do a "check-in" and "check-out" of each meeting to get everyone engaged, and get the conversation flowing! Dr. Ray and the team do this as part of every meeting – including THIS podcast episode. Listen in, and try doing a check-in or check out when leading your next meeting. The Jorgensen Learning Center o...

Welcome to Episode 7 of our Inside JLC podcast series, where we look at the subjects our coaches most often in our work with clients. In this episode, Dr. Ray, Colleen, and Joe talk about how we acquire knowledge in our leadership journey… But more importantly, you'll learn how to use that knowledge in a practical, helpful way so you can turn that knowledge into actions that lead to measurable cha...

Take a deeper look inside the Jorgensen Learning Center as the JLC coaches discuss the importance of taking care of yourself physically, emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually (PEIS). How does focus on these areas help you improve the quality of your leadership? Listen in as Ray, Colleen, Terry, and Julie share tips and insights they use to stay PEIS healthy, and why that's important to a le...

"If you focus on the people, the results will come." A quote from this week's guest, Louise Perrin, who spent her career in leadership in the insurance industry. Join us as we talk with Louise about how to focus on the important aspects of your leadership role, and what it means to be a mindful leader. Key themes: Being people-focused in leadership, self-awareness, and trust The Jorgensen Learning...

What does it mean to be a "firm" leader? Go Inside JLC with executive coaches Colleen Sullivan and Joe Marshall as they and Dr. Ray share insights and strategies about how leaders can help their teammates stay focused and aligned. Key topics include clarity of communication, and closing the loop on team commitments. The Jorgensen Learning Center offers a variety of programs for individuals and org...

If you're in a position of leadership – manager, C-suite denizen, team leader, etc. -- you're also in a position of coaching. Join the JLC team for a conversation about specific actions you can take in your leadership role to become a more impactful and supportive coach to your teammates. Key themes include setting clear expectations, creating safe space, and self-reflection… The Jorgensen Learnin...

No one likes to be micromanaged. However, a person new to a leadership position sometimes may rely on micromanagement as their people-leading skills develop… In this episode, Colleen and Dr. Ray talk with Jim Solberg about how you can get beyond micromanagement to actions of true leadership. The Jorgensen Learning Center offers a variety of programs for individuals and organizations to enhance the...

In our latest Leader to Leader podcast episode, a conversation with guest Jim Solberg, who talks with us about micromanagement, and how the "Lean Six Sigma" process of identifying and solving problems can help you grow in your leadership role The Jorgensen Learning Center offers a variety of programs for individuals and organizations to enhance their communication and leadership skills… To find ou...

Colleen Sullivan leads the conversation in this episode, where she, Dr. Ray, and Joe Marshall discuss Resolutions – setting goals, setting intentions – and sticking to them. You'll get tips on staying focused and consistent as you strive to attain those goals. The Jorgensen Learning Center offers a variety of programs for individuals and organizations to enhance their communication and leadership...

What is Change really all about? In this episode, Dr. Ray and the JLC team discuss how the best leaders embrace change in their organizations. You'll learn how to help your teammates understand the changes you initiate, and how to use Story and Vision to enact forward-thinking change in your organization that is positive and strengthening. The Jorgensen Learning Center offers a variety of programs...

Welcome to the first episode in a NEW podcast series called "Inside JLC," where you'll have a chance to learn from some of the communications challenges our clients face regularly. This particular episode will focus on the powerful connection between the language we use and its impact on workplace culture. The Jorgensen Learning Center offers a variety of programs for individuals and organizations...

In this episode of JLC's "Leader to Leader" podcast series, Dr. Ray and Colleen continue their conversation with retired insurance executive Louise Perrin. Listen as Louise shares stories of leadership challenges she's faced, how she responded, and how you can apply those tactics to your own challenges. The Jorgensen Learning Center offers a variety of programs for individuals and organizations to...

In the next episode of our Leader to Leader podcast series, Dr. Ray and Colleen continue their conversation with Jim Solberg. 30-plus years in the automotive industry have given him ample leadership experience across his career. Themes in today's discussion include Listening to Understand, Aligning a Team, and getting beyond micromanagement to true leadership. The Jorgensen Learning Center offers...

Meet Jim Solberg. Jim's 30-plus years in the automotive industry have given him ample leadership experience across his career. Jim joins Dr. Ray and Colleen in this episode of the Leader to Leader podcast series to talk about what he's learned in his leadership journey. Themes include leading through cultural differences,  and striving to be in a safe space of learning. The Jorgensen Learning Cent...

In this episode of the JLC podcast, Dr. Ray and Colleen join their friend and colleague Joe Marshall for a conversation about the leadership insights he's gained throughout his naval career. Key themes include the importance of constant learning, awareness,  and reflection as part of results-driven leadership The Jorgensen Learning Center offers a variety of programs for individuals and organizati...

Welcome to the next in our Leader to Leader podcast series of conversations between and among leaders. Today, Don Tucker joins Dr. Ray for a conversation to share his leadership experience throughout his career in politics. In this interview, topics include ambiguity In leadership, and the importance of creating safe space for open discussion. The Jorgensen Learning Center offers a variety of prog...

Welcome to the next in our Leader to Leader podcast series of conversations between and among leaders. Von Washinton is the Executive Director of the Kalamazoo Promise, and has years of experience as a principal, coach, and leader in Michigan schools and communities. Listen as Von talks with Dr. Ray and Colleen Sullivan about the important difference and the connection between Standards and Values...

Continuing our Leader to Leader podcast Series, Vince Starks and Dr. Ray continue their conversation with Chip Boyle about the characteristics great leaders all share. Accountability, empathy, trust, integrity… What ties it all together? Listen in to find out! The Jorgensen Learning Center offers a variety of programs for individuals and organizations to enhance their communication and leadership...