Shannon Waller's Team Success

In a world where our experiences mean everything, what experience are you providing your clientele? In part five of our Extraordinary Coach Culture series, Shannon Waller explains the Front Stage/Back Stage Model and why she wants you to ditch corporate management philosophies and run your business like a theater.

If you’re not changing and evolving, you’re probably going to be left behind. In episode four of our Extraordinary Coach Culture series, Shannon Waller talks about the three things that keep people coming back to Strategic Coach and how we maintain a company culture that’s always growing.

Looking back three years from today, what has to have happened for you to be happy? In part three of our special Extraordinary Coach Culture series, Shannon Waller explains The D.O.S. Conversation and why it’s a phenomenal way to connect with your clients and assess how you can create value for them.

Give team members the space to be themselves and they’ll never want to leave. In the second episode of this special series dedicated to our Extraordinary Coach Culture, Shannon Waller dives into Unique Ability, a fundamental touchstone of our company. Learn why it’s key to high retention rates.

What are the best technological solutions available in the marketplace right now? In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller gets the inside scoop from Emily Morgan on technology and support systems that are putting entrepreneurs ahead of the curve.

There is tons of “stuff” that gets in the way of being mentally present. In this special episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller discusses The Positive Focus—a profound strategy to cultivate presence and a "glass half-full" mentality. This is a conversation dedicated to recognizing progress and achievement to build confidence.

Sally Hogshead knows what it’s like to feel like part of you has died. A severe car accident left her paralyzed, nearly mute, and barely able to smile at 10 years old. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller talks with Sally about how losing her identity led her to develop “How To Fascinate,” a personality test that measures how others perceive you at your best.

Why are we always aiming to please? In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller discusses the importance of getting comfortable with saying “no” when we know we’re overcommitting ourselves. Learn how to consciously draw your own boundaries to avoid creating messes.

How often do you find yourself playing the “victim”? In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller is joined by David Emerald—author of The Power Of TED. Be part of their powerful discussion about empowerment, ownership, and becoming the creator of your own life.

What would you love to never do again? In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller encourages entrepreneurs to invest in a strategic support team that can leverage their ideas and free up their time. Letting people into your inner circle is the key to making your future that much bigger.

“I’m always looking for a partner, not an employee.” In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller discusses the difference between hiring an emotional partner who is invested in your end results as opposed to someone who’s just fulfilling a task—and why it all comes down to mindset.

Acknowledgment is underrated—it's free, and it’s one of the best ways to expand the confidence and commitment of your team members and the value they contribute. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller shares what really great acknowledgment looks like when it’s done well.

Firing isn’t easy. Sorting out personnel issues can be one of the most difficult parts of growing a business—our empathy and loyalty get in the way. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller shares tips on how to get really good at letting go.

Situations with team members aren't always black and white, so how can you tell when someone really isn’t a right-fit for your company? In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller discusses scenarios that signal it's time for you to subtract to multiply.

When good people are the wrong fit for your company—let them go. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller talks to Jeff Van Straten about trusting your gut and Jeff's real-life experiences of using “Multiplication By Subtraction” to build better teams.

Are you holding on to a team member you know you’ve outgrown? In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller goes deep on clues to look for when a team member is doing more harm than good in your organization—and why you need to take action right away.

Regardless of what stage of growth your company’s in—how you communicate and collaborate is fundamental to reaching new levels of success. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller and Collaborative Way experts discuss miscommunications and miscues.

Are you taking your A-players for granted? In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller talks appreciating and protecting your A-players and the negative impact C-players can have on your team.

What happens when you keep team members on board who are no longer thriving in your organization? In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller discusses the positive impacts of saying goodbye to wrong-fit team members.

Amy Bruske, co-author of Business is Business: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies , knows exactly what it takes to uphold a family business. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Amy and Shannon Waller discuss why family businesses are a unique type of team.

Do projects look the same time and time again? Are you consistently getting the same results? Or having the same breakdowns? In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller explains why to swear by iterative teamwork and why it could be one of your most innovative breakthroughs yet.

In the game of entrepreneurship, you either create rules that allow you to win or ones that cause you to lose. The same goes for delegation—and knowing how and when it can be used to your advantage. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller shares secrets on how to succeed every time when delegating.

There’s a difference between high standards and standards so high, it’s nearly impossible to achieve them. Perfectionism is hazardous and can have a major impact on teamwork and morale. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller shares strategies for overcoming unrealistic standards.

If someone asked you to make a list of the activities you find irritating, procrastinate on, or aren't competent at, what would be on it? You’re the most important resource your company has so how you spend your time is critical. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller talks about "firing yourself" from the activities that don't help you grow.

Speaking up and challenging the status quo can be terrifying—but it’s also the key to transparency and openness in the workplace. In this episode of The Team Success Podcast, Shannon Waller discusses how to speak up well and what to do when you don’t get the answer you want.