Talking not Ranting

Greg and Allister discuss the role of a coach and what that might mean to Managers, Employees and organizations. A wide ranging conversation as both Greg and Allister have had coaches....Greg has been Allister's coach on two occasions with no incidents and a friendship intact. Good banter back and forth. "the coaching habit" by Michael Bungay Stanier - https://www.amazon.ca/Coaching-Habit-Less-Cha...

Join Greg and Allister in a conversation about saying "NO." Once again this episode highlights our host's different backgrounds and experiences resulting in a well-rounded conversation. 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://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/ Greg's...

Greg and Allister talk about all the new beginnings that have occurred over the last 18 to 20 months despite the pandemic and all it has brought on us. Join in this discussion about going forward. 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://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfie...

In this episode, Greg and Allister discuss their experience and the importance of those tiny connection points that are so important to us as individuals, teams and organizations. Originating out of loss this open, vulnerable and direct discussion touches on real moments and relationships. website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.c...

Greg and Allister discuss the importance of laterals and opportunities for the development of individuals and the organization and how they have both benefited, or not, in this area. Once again their contrasting backgrounds come out in this discussion. website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Alli...

Join Greg and Allister in this third installment in the Speed Round question series. A lot of ground is covered in this discussion which brings out the contrasting experience of our hosts. Hopefully, this discussion brings you to ask questions with a friend as well. website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-...

Greg and Allister get into a great conversation about having those thoughtful, timely and honest conversations when they need to occur. Join this talk about talking (and not necessarily a long talk) with those you work with. Greg's recommendation of further listening on Adam Grants podcast with Indra Nooyi the CEO of PepsiCo. https://cutt.ly/FRMn5dR website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkin...

Join Greg and Allister, as they talk around what happens when someone brings the "Heat" into a discussion and loses it. Lots of real-life experiences come out of this discussion. 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://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/ Greg's new rel...

Join in this discussion around the situation of being in a "Stew" or "funk" or whatever you call it. The crew, Greg and Allister, talk from personal experience about facing this situation head-on. Great conversation for the times we find ourselves. For those of you who don't know what "Stew" is we have a link to the definition. We don't think this is just a "Canadian thing," but just in case, we t...

Join in the discussion about how important it is to get back to people and to ensure the platforms we use to speak to one another are clear. In this episode, Greg and Allister talk in every direction about this issue taking notice of their issues and failures. website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a87744...

We are going back to work, in whole or in part, after a very challenging year and a half. Are we taking what we learned back with us or are we falling back into our old ways? Join Greg and Allister as they dive right into this discussion. website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ Allister's LinkedI...

Working from home is here to stay for a lot of us. Join Greg and Allister as they talk through their experiences and plans. Great discussion on communication, expectations, behaviors and mission creep. 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://www.linkedin.com/in/allist...

Join Greg and Allister as they discuss some fails and folly while making speeches or giving talks. Our crew talks about lessons learned about approaching these events in a planned and thoughtful way whether you are the speaker or a member of the audience. website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ A...

Join Greg and Allister as they talk about "feedback" and the importance of creating a safe space for dialogue. Good conversation about knowing yourself, whether you are the one giving the feedback or receiving it. 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://www.linkedin.c...

Join in the discussion as Greg and Allister talk about what can happen when a "Star" or "Saviour" is brought into the mix. Great back and forth on the benefits and downfall when the dynamics change and the roles we can all play. 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:/...

Join Greg and Allister as they discuss introducing the "Silver Bullet" to solve problems and issues. Greg admits to "Hype Introducing" while Allister admits he needs "context and communication." Great discussions around "Good Intentions and Bad Impact" on the journey to "Hype and Happiness." website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...

Join Greg and Allister in this second "Speed Round" which ended up being anything but speedy. The crew takes on another 9 questions which again ends up revealing a lot about them and their contrasting experience in this relatable conversation. The power of questions comes to the forefront and shows their value when figuring out our individual past, present, and future. website: www.talkingnotranti...

Greg and Allister talk about the discussion around moving up to the next job level in your work. In a sometimes humorous, sarcastic and informative session, the crew brings forward their personal experience in this area. The result is a call to good conversations and straightforward, simple and clean processes. Yes, Greg used the term "process" and meant it! website: www.talkingnotranting.com Emai...

Join Greg and Allister as they talk to author and consultant Nancy Dewar about her new book "One Wild and Precious Life: Reflect, Dream and Create the Life You Were Meant to Live." The discussion talks about the process of better understanding what makes you happy, working hard for it, finding the place that values you and finding your people. Also a good discussion about moving from the "Tell and...

Greg and Allister talk about the situation when someone at work looses someone. While discussing both loss and assisting others, our hosts dive into this topic with deep personal experience. An important episode, with not as many jokes, that we hope you find helpful. Make sure you know what resources are available to help yourself or someone you work with or care about. website: www.talkingnotrant...

Join Greg and Allister as they talk about project management during covid...and yes we are talking about this podcast project. The crew talk about planning, accountability, communication, process and of course working as a team. We hope that you can relate to many of our experiences during these challenging times. website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg's LinkedI...

Join Greg and Allister as they discuss "going back to the office" and everything around that. After some polite chit-chat, they get into what they really feel in the later stages of the episode. Check out the companion discussion in Ep#40-Interview session Mike Gutman. website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-h...

The TNR Crew, Greg & Allister, enter into a speed round to answer 12 questions that you might have asked yourself? Join the team as they delve into their contrasting experience and work histories. During this episode, Greg and Allister demonstrate the importance of understanding questions as they mistakenly answer what ended up being two different questions because they weren't clear what the actu...

Greg and Allister discuss the places where conversations take place outside of formal settings. Join this experience-laden talk about how to benefit from the informal conversations already taking place or how to create an environment to enable them. website: www.talkingnotranting.com Email: talkingnotranting@gmail.com Other suggested episodes: Ep 41-being Binary Ep 44-Try the Dragon Ice Cream Ep 4...

Join Greg and Allister as they discuss the importance of connecting and making people feel comfortable when planning meetings and training events. Lots of practical observations and experience in this conversation. Please don't mind the thunder, rain, power outage, internet problems and sirens experienced in this episode. We experienced a major thunderstorm hitting Oakville during our TNR producti...