RootsUp Podcast

Relationships can be a maze. In this episode, we peel back the layers and chat about the struggles we all face but rarely talk about. Steve sits down with Greenhouse Coach Katarina Polonska to dive into the real talk on relationship struggles and shedding the "I'm good" mask - in both your personal life and your professional one.  Timestamps: (00:00:00) Workplace Apathy (00:10:21) Virtual Tardines...

You know when you look around a room at work and feel like you don't belong? Like you're a fraud? We have so many clients who feel this exact same way, so we're talking with Greenhouse Coach Britnie McDonald this week about some easy ways to get out of that mindset - so you can walk into a room and feel confident, knowing your unique gifts and abilities are needed and appreciated by the world. Tim...

Steve sits down with Greenhouse Coach Rebecca Lee this week to talk all things boundaries: how to prioritize, how to say no, and how to make space for what really matters to you. Timestamps: (00:00:00) The Career Sweetspot Challenge (00:12:20) Introducing Greenhouse Coach Rebecca Lee (00:20:41) Boundaries + Learning How to Say No (00:43:03) Categories of Boundaries Resources: + Check out all of ou...

Steve is joined by corporate executive turned entrepreneur Rasheeda Creighton for a fun chat about corporate detox, entrepreneurship, and navigating big career pivots. What can happen if you take a pause, gain a little clarity, and reclaim your time? Timestamps: (00:00:00) Filler Words (00:03:55) Coaching Shout Out (00:04:49) Personality Assessment: Insights Discovery (00:08:59) Interview with Ras...

This week, Steve and Sundie explore the fundamental question: Is starting a business right for you? If you’ve had that lingering thought for awhile now, you should probably pay attention to it. Give yourself permission to pursue that entrepreneurial path, but be realistic about it too. Not everyone needs to fit the Steve Jobs mold to start a business – you just need to know what you want to do and...

Ever heard of the phrase “You can have it all”? Do they know what it takes to ‘have it all’?? The career, the home, the kids, the cooking, the cleaning, the color-coded calendar! Having it all doesn’t seem like much of an achievement when at the end of the day, you're too burned out to even enjoy all that you have worked for. Greenhouse Coach Dana Lin is on the podcast today to talk about a few si...

This week, we're celebrating our 200th episode (!) and looking back on some of our favorite early podcasting memories. Sundie also walks us through her own experience with career transition - how she decided it was time for a change, what she did to figure out her next steps, and she also shares a simple exercise you can use to get clarity on your own career path. Timestamps: (00:00:00) 200th Epis...

Delegation is also one of those things leaders tend to stumble into, without clarity on how they want to do it - without a predictable, repeatable framework. (This goes for the person on the receiving end of delegation as well.) Steve breaks down the secret to bridging the gap between accountability and ownership, and how to have that conversation with the people you manage. Timestamps: (00:00:00)...

Sundie and Steve interview Ellen Taaffe, business school professor and leadership expert, about the limitations women often place on themselves in the workplace because of "The Mirrored Door" - the internal hesitation and self-reflection when presented with opportunities, preventing women from reaching their full potential. Timestamps: (00:00:00) Forgetting Your ID at the Airport (00:06:08) Coachi...

This week, Steve and Sundie dive into the art of practical storytelling with Karen Eber, the CEO of Eber Leadership Group. Karen shares her unique approach to storytelling in the corporate world and reveals how the power of storytelling can transform your leadership style and workplace culture, making it more engaging and relatable. Timestamps: (00:00:00) The 'Small Town Bar' Vibe (00:04:24) Coach...

Steve and Sundie chat with Jeff Apfel about his unconventional career journey, from studying law to ultimately founding Office Intelligence. Like many, he discovered that success in the real world goes beyond what's taught in traditional education, and he's now using his decades of experience to empower people with practical skills and the right mindset for a fulfilling career. Timestamps: (00:00:...

It's not the change itself but the fear and uncertainty surrounding it that often cause problems. Steve walks us through the ways effective communication, involving your team in the process, sharing what you know (and don't know), and being available for debriefing can make all the difference in successfully navigating change as a leader. Timestamps: (00:00:00) Dirty Car Title/Overthinking (00:05:...

Ever found yourself in a situation where you've got to give a talk, whether it’s a planned presentation or an impromptu meeting pitch? Prepping for it can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Sundie shares her own talk prep formula that centers on one simple trick: work backward. Timestamps: (00:00:00) Tanning Beds (00:04:36) Coaching Shoutout (00:08:13) Personality Gripe (00:15:37) You'v...

On this week's episode, Steve interviews Kristi Skutvik, founder of Skutvik Consulting, a Southern California-based HR consulting company. From her unexpected shift from accounting to global studies, to finding her knack for building relationships and talking to people, Kristi navigated a winding path through corporate recruiting and HR to eventually starting her own business. She's on a mission t...

Have you ever felt lost in your career journey, transitioning from that set, guided school path to owning your own direction and figuring out what it is you are truly meant to do? Here to tell her own career transition story, we feature insights from Greenhouse’s own leadership development coach, Tracey Baumwell, who shares her journey from risk management administrator to fulfilling her true call...

Have you tried Steve's calendar blocking method from Episode #186? Even if you have, it's probably pretty tough to get yourself to stick to them! In this week's episode, we talk everything from protecting those calendar blocks to Ted Lasso. We're packing a lot into this one! And to top it all off, we have a special guest interview with Angie Trueblood, founder of The Podwize Group, who shares her...

Ever wondered how a simple sticky note could trigger a whole wave of change? In this week’s episode, Sundie unravels the psychological power behind these little visual reminders and how they nudge us toward a better version of ourselves. Join us as we talk about picking just one thing, jotting it down on that sticky note, and watching it transform into a habit. Timestamps: (00:00:00) Steve's a Her...

In this episode Steve shares about his new relationship with rest and how it's feels good and isn't the result of burnout. He dives into rest AND productivity (and even some corporate deconstruction). Timestamps: (00:00:00) Pickleball (00:04:25) Coaching Shoutout (00:05:55) Personality Gripe (00:08:03) Charleston Trip / Needing Rest (00:10:29) What Steve Has Been Doing for Rest (00:19:42) Sundie's...

We're used to prepping for work...creating meeting agendas, outlining action items, and communicating with coworkers. But how come we don't take that same approach to our home life? What would happen if we took the time to be intentional at home too? In a world filled with Netflix and Tik Tok distractions, it's easy to let external influences dictate our lives. So in this week's episode, Steve Per...

In this inspiring guest episode, Steve Perkins sits down with Fay Manolios, a former high-powered HR executive who made a life-changing decision to step back and reclaim her time. Whether you're seeking inspiration for your own career journey, or simply curious about the transformative power of bold decisions, Fay's story will motivate you to take charge of your own path -- and embrace new opportu...

When you’re overwhelmed and busy, it’s very difficult to get yourself out of that rut – because there’s no time! Luckily, there’s a simple tool that can fix it all: your calendar. Looking at your calendar with a fresh perspective, and being proactive instead of reactive, will give you new clarity and the space to breathe. Steve Perkins walks us through the steps to create calendar blocks -- and sh...

In this episode, Steve Perkins is sharing the ultimate hack for establishing yourself in meetings! The best part? It's simple! He’ll explore why being the first to share a visual can level up your presence, giving you the power to steer the conversation, highlight your leadership skills, and get everyone on the same page. Timestamps: (0:00) Intro (Opting in to a lay-off?) (6:20) Coaching Shout Out...

Join us in this final episode of the Gen Z episode series as Sundie shares valuable tips for leaders on how to connect with their Gen Z team members, learn from their experiences, and provide the support they need. We'll explore the dos and don'ts of fostering meaningful working relationships with Gen Z and empower leaders to bridge the generation gap to embrace their team's unique perspectives. “...

The topic of structuring roles is often brought up, but most times the “role” discussion is actually about identity and priorities. People want to know their unique value on the team, and what they’re supposed to be working on. In this episode we discuss common issues with the role conversation, tips for people leaders, and a surprising take on the real issue that causes tension with defining role...

In today's episode, Sundie delves deeper into her series on Gen Z in the workplace. Every generation brings its own unique set of adjustments to the workplace, and today we'll explore what makes Gen Z such a valuable addition to any team. In constantly evolving world, each generation comes with a fresh perspective, and today we're focusing on the positive contributions that Gen Z offers to the wor...