Now What? Podcast

Most candidates walk into an interview focused on answering questions. The ones who get hired know how to ask them. Glenn Sharp breaks down advanced interview strategy — how to decode what interviewers are really asking, and how the questions you bring reveal more about your critical thinking than your answers ever could. He covers the Change Graph, how to identify pain points where company needs...

In this episode of Now What? , Glenn Sharp continues the Advanced Coaching Techniques series by focusing on root cause coaching. The issue someone brings to a coaching conversation is often not the real issue. A manager may ask for time management training, but after asking better questions, the root cause may be communication, unclear expectations, poor meeting leadership, or lack of accountabili...

In this episode of Now What? , Glenn Sharp continues Part 4 of his MVHRA Advanced Coaching Techniques series with a focus on resistance, change, and personal ownership. The most common form of resistance often sounds simple: “I don’t have time for that.” But in many coaching conversations, time is not the real issue. Priority is. Glenn explains the Change Curve of Human Behavior, why people often...

Most coaching conversations fail because leaders skip the foundation. In this episode of Now What? , Glenn Sharp shares lessons from his MVHRA Advanced Coaching Techniques presentation and breaks down one of the most important questions in leadership coaching: What have you done in the last year to change your situation? That question forces ownership. It separates frustration from action. It also...

Most coaches walk into a session carrying the weight of the outcome. That's the mistake. Glenn Sharp breaks down a real keynote scenario — coaching Jason, a charming but dismissive executive who deflects accountability — and flips the entire coaching model. The responsibility belongs to Jason and his boss. Your job is to coach, not carry. Glenn covers the Change Graph, how to set up confidenti...

Joe from Tampa just got promoted to VP — bigger team, more direct reports, and a CEO who's counting on him. Glenn Sharp answers his question directly: the biggest trap new VPs fall into is doing too much themselves. In this episode: how to decouple from the work, leverage your Bright Spots, and build a team culture where ideas flow up instead of problems. This is what the Pinnacle of Managemen...

What does Gen Z really think about workplace culture and communication? In Episode 30 of the Now What? Podcast , Glenn Sharp explores how younger employees experience work, connection, communication, and culture—and why so many leaders misunderstand what they are actually looking for. This conversation is not just about generational differences. It is about what makes work enjoyable, meaningful, a...

What does Gen Z really want from work? In Episode 29 of the Now What? Podcast , Glenn Sharp leads a roundtable discussion with Gen Z voices to explore what younger employees are actually looking for—and why so many employers misunderstand them. This conversation is not just about pay. It is about respect, purpose, growth, training, onboarding, and whether employees feel like they are stepping into...

What does it really take to hold people accountable? In Episode 28 of the Now What? Podcast , Glenn Sharp breaks down the mindset leaders need if they want their team to stop depending on them for every answer and start thinking for themselves. At the center of this episode is a simple principle: Don’t come to me with a problem. Come to me with the problem and the solution. Glenn explains why acco...

What’s the real difference between a manager and a leader? In Episode 27 of the Now What? Podcast , Glenn Sharp builds on his recent appearance on the Entrepreneur DNA Podcast with Justin Colby to break down one of the most important leadership distinctions in business. Most managers focus on tasks, processes, and direction. Leaders focus on vision, influence, and preparation . That difference mat...

Delegation is one of the most important—and most misunderstood—skills in leadership. In Episode 26 of the Now What? Podcast , Glenn Sharp breaks down why so many leaders struggle to delegate and what it’s costing them. This episode builds on Glenn’s recent appearance on the Entrepreneur DNA podcast with Justin Colby , where they discussed how leaders can create scalable teams by developing people...

At some point in your career, you may face a difficult and deeply personal question: Should you stay in your current role… or move on? In Episode 25 of the Now What? Podcast , Glenn Sharp responds to a question from Justin in Vermont, who is experiencing prolonged stress in a dysfunctional organization. While he values the relationships he’s built, the situation is impacting both his professional...

Employee turnover can be one of the most frustrating parts of leadership. You treat your people well. You invest in their development. You create opportunities for them to grow. And sometimes… they still leave. In this episode of the Now What? Podcast , Glenn Sharp responds to a question from Bobby in Lima about how leaders should think about employee turnover and how to reconcile treating people...

Many leaders struggle with the transition from doing the work themselves to holding others accountable. In Episode 23, Glenn Sharp answers a question from Robert in California, who is working 90 hours a week while his two leads are operating at only 60–70% capacity. The real issue isn’t effort. It’s mindset. Glenn explains why leaders must shift their thinking before they can change the behavior o...

Growth is exciting. But expansion can quietly damage the very operations that made you successful in the first place. In Episode 22, Glenn Sharp responds to a question from Elise in Orlando. Her company is preparing for a major acquisition, and her operations team — overseeing 10 locations across Florida — must develop a solid integration plan before the agreement is signed. The question is simple...

Micromanagement is frustrating. Especially when your boss is a good person — but constantly involved in even the smallest details of your work. In Episode 21, Glenn Sharp answers a question from Michael in Cincinnati about how to deal with a micromanaging boss without damaging the relationship — or your career. Instead of reacting emotionally or staying silent, Glenn introduces a proven framework...

Great managers don’t pass information along. They filter it. In Episode 20, Glenn Sharp answers a coaching question from Jeannette about one of the most practical leadership concepts from Now What? — being the “strainer” for your team. Jeannette admits she doesn’t feel naturally creative and struggles to simplify complex messages from corporate leadership so her team can understand them. Glenn exp...

The move from manager to director isn’t just a bigger job — it’s a completely different one. In Episode 19, Glenn Sharp responds to a question from Jimmy in Charlotte, a successful manager of 9 who’s being considered for a Director role overseeing 60 people with five direct reports. It’s an exciting opportunity — but also a stretch. What changes at this level? What skills actually matter? And how...

In this episode, Glenn Sharp addresses a challenge many managers face but rarely talk about openly: how to develop high-potential employees without losing them. Glenn responds to a question from a listener in Plymouth who manages a smart, ambitious employee that has clearly outgrown his current role. The employee is capable, motivated, and bored — and the manager is worried about losing him if the...

Burnout doesn’t happen overnight — it builds quietly, one frustration at a time. In Episode 17, Glenn Sharp addresses burnout head-on after responding to a listener question from Tampa. The listener describes working for an unapproachable boss, receiving unclear direction, and feeling increasingly frustrated and depleted — to the point of burnout. Glenn explains why asking for help is the right fi...

In this episode, Glenn Sharp tackles one of the most common leadership challenges: teams that resist change. Glenn responds to a real question from a client in Dayton who leads a group that consistently pushes back on new ideas. Every change is met with skepticism, nitpicking, and negativity—and it’s holding the team back. You’ll learn why resistance to change is normal, why it doesn’t mean your t...

In this episode, Glenn Sharp tackles a common and challenging leadership situation: a high-potential employee whose negative attitude is starting to affect the team. Glenn responds to a real question from a client in Cincinnati about how to motivate a talented employee while still holding them accountable—especially when the negativity is directed toward upper management. His message is clear: whe...

Great sales don’t begin with a pitch — they begin with understanding the customer. In Episode 15, Glenn Sharp wraps up his three-part sales training series by connecting the dots between emotional intelligence, body language, pain points, and value creation. Whether you’re in sales, leadership, or business development, this episode focuses on how to sell in a way that actually helps people — and p...

In this episode, Glenn Sharp explores how body language reveals what people are really thinking , especially when they’re uncomfortable, hesitant, or not being fully honest. Glenn explains why as much as 85% of communication is nonverbal and why leaders and sales professionals must learn to read behavior—not just words. From coaching conversations to sales meetings, understanding body language hel...

Most salespeople have never been formally trained — yet they’re expected to persuade, influence, and close deals with every type of customer. In this episode, Glenn Sharp breaks down a practical sales training framework that helps sales managers and sales professionals understand how different people make buying decisions . Glenn explains why many untrained salespeople still succeed: they often ra...