Talking not Ranting

Join Greg and Allister as they jump back into the podcast after a summer of holidays and covid. The crew discusses the use of "But" in conversations, along with other words and actions, that can cut short good healthy discussions. This topic came out of Ep#100 and the crew couldn't wait to get into it. A great conversation that we hope everyone can benefit from. Check out the other podcast project...

In this Episode, Allister interviews Karmyn Bokma, the Lead Pastor of a large multisite church based in Oakville, Ontario called the Meeting House. Karmyn shares some of the experiences, relationships and situations that helped in her leadership development. This discussion is transferable to whatever type of organization you work for. Although we missed Greg, this is a conversation that you shoul...

Greg and Allister talk through reaching 100 episodes on the podcast. Join them for a bit of a look back as the crew discusses the journey, the purpose, the friendship and the process and creations of TNR. Great lessons around how two very different people can work together in a creative space and reach for those things they just might want to do. Thanks to all our listeners across the world. Check...

Greg and Allister get into a great discussion and appreciation around the use of various tools to understand ourselves, those around us, and how we interact. In this episode, the crew talks about their personal experiences and the tools: Kolbe, Enneagram, and EQI. No matter where you sit on these types of tools, we think we can all agree that understanding each other is key to getting stuff done....

Greg and Allister dicuss the value and need to look back at how we have come to the table for discussions and meetings. Sometimes transaction by transaction we can get insight into how we show up and perhaps what we need to declare or change. A good healthy conversation is had by the TNR crew which hopefully flows out into each of our days. SBS interview with Pam Dooley. https://open.spotify.com/e...

Greg and Allister talk about the assumptions we sometimes make, even unintentionally. Great back and forth about being thoughtful, deliberate, and making space for people. A very relatable discussion that our hosts are proud to share and hopefully cause people to pause and reflect on their own experiences. Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn...

Greg and Allister talk about the benefits of supporting community organizations through fundraising and raising awareness of issues and needs. Both our hosts are very much pro involvement in this area. Listen to them discuss the benefits for everyone involved. Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Check out the other podcast projects TNR p...

Greg and Allister talk about treating people like "Adults." The team jumps into their experiences, both as maybe problem children in this area, about how important it is to check ourselves when we deal with our employees. Great discussion on why and prevention. Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Check out the other podcast projects TNR...

Join Greg and Allister as they discuss the experience of "the Consultant" from a variety of viewpoints. Don't tell him but "Greg" is a consultant and executive coach and this conversation is in his wheelhouse and he likes, no he loves to talk about it. Great talk with the team bringing forward both good and challenging experiences in this area. Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Bra...

Join Greg and Allister as they hit hard on going back to the Office or not. Discussing real life scenarios and attitudes as we all start to get back to some sort of normal. Greg talks about the serious discussions he is in while Allister talks about his 180 degree turn on the topic. Where are you and your organization in this discussion? What are the drawbacks to your approach? Who are you loosing...

Join Greg and Allister in the discussion about playing safe and not realizing the importance of being brave for yourself and others. In this very personal chat, Greg and Allister draw heavily on their individual experiences. This is one of those discussions where the question: "who are you having conversations with?" lands very well. Join the discussion. Why not? Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brav...

Join Greg and Allister in an awkward conversation about "awkward Conversations." The team brings their life and work experience into a great conversation about awkwardness, embarrassment, talking, and working together. Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Check out the other podcast projects TNR produces: https://www.talkingnotranting.com...

Join Greg and Allister in a session about the use of technology, gimmicks, tricks, or things in facilitating conversations (sometimes it is the use of stickies). We have all been in those sessions where the newest thing or technique is used to make the event happen. Most often things go ok....but sometimes it is a big miss...and a mess! Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stori...

The new idea has arrived...maybe with a new Manager. Lots of hype and maybe not enough thought? Join Greg and Allister as they discuss the approach and impact of grandiose ideas, and the people that bring them. Greg confesses to being that guy once or twice and Allister gets labeled a party pooper/planner. Who are you and do you do this? Or are you the character the ignores the whole thing and wai...

There is an upheaval at work...someone is under investigation, walked out, or even arrested. Join Greg and Allister as they discuss the dynamics and heaviness of the situation from their very different yet complementary experiences. Tough yet important conversation for our workplaces. Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/pQn89dV Check out the oth...

Join Greg and Allister as they delve into a bunch of relatable questions about coming out of covid restrictions and how they are each going to approach the situation with some reflection on where they have each come from. This is a great time to take stock and jump into whatever is next. Join the discussion. Check out Greg's podcast Safe Brave Stories: Safe Brave Stories Podcast: https://cutt.ly/p...

Are you one of the people who get lost in all the changes, fuss, or busy nature of the organization? New people, new approaches, people leaving, people being walked out, managers who don’t know their People or just the craziness all play a part in estranging segments of our organization. Greg and Allister have a good long talk, from their new home at Staples Studio-Oakville, about the people that...

Join Greg and Allister as they discuss and story their experiences around getting and giving "assignments." This wide-ranging conversation covers a lot of ground from TNR's new home at Staples Studio-Oakville. This is another of those conversations we find all too relatable. website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smit...

Join Greg and Allister as they delve into the topic of Offices as the RETURN begins to take place for many people. The crew goes back and forth on whether it is important to them but with the conclusion that it does matter....and probably with many others as well. Listen to our hosts share all sorts of stories as they work through maybe not the answers but certainly the questions involved. This is...

In this episode, Greg and Allister discuss being in the firing line of superiors who don't get along. Join the crew as they delve into what many people have to deal with while trying to bring positivity, grace, and peace into the discussion. Rise Above! TNR celebrates this first in-person recording session as the team, like everyone else, thinks about the future. website: www.talkingnotranting.com...

Greg and Allister are joined by David Poirier in a discussion about loss and how that changes our viewpoints on working with others and being a more attentive and deliberate boss or employee. David shares the experience of losing a loved one and then the ability to hear. A great conversation(David found himself in a pop-up renovation situation during taping) that is transferrable to any situation...

The TNR crew talks about the good and bad of "Confidence." Join Greg and Allister as they "confidently” discuss this topic which doesn't get talked about much. The crew takes on the concepts of over and under confidence and "imposter syndrome" to name a few. Great conversation about being yourself and finding a healthy balance and approach to confidence. website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: t...

Greg and Allister are joined by Michael Cheung in a discussion about the people, influences, and experiences that impacted his management/leadership development. Also playing heavily into the discussion is Michael's experience with a start-up in the Insurtech space. Great discussion with some great insights into remote working, high-performing teams, and how we relate. Michael's LinkedIn profile:...

Greg and Allister jump into a conversation about the good and bad tension that happens in our workplaces. Great conversation about the benefits and downfalls of tension and their experiences. Make sure you check out our website. website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Allister's LinkedIn: https:/...

Greg and Allister sit down for the first TNR 2.0 interview session with Sheri Miter as she describes some of her experiences learning to be a leader and the people that influenced and supported her. Sheri also shares "strenth based leadership" and how it has helped her and the people she works with. Great interview with a new friend of TNR. Sheri's Links: Links for website, podcast, connecting, an...