Playing in the Sandbox
info_outline 3 Key Missing Ingredients in Your Leadership | Tammy J. Bond - 037Playing in the Sandbox
Great leaders always look for ways to improve themselves and unlock their potential. In this episode of Playing In the Sandbox, I take you through the three key ingredients that might be missing from your leadership style. Whether you’re a new leader or you think you have it all figured out, listen in! I know you’re going to learn something new. The best leaders are vulnerable and authentic in how they approach and communicate with their teams. 2. Our culture is obsessed with flawlessness, but...
info_outline Leadership vs. Management: The Drawbacks & Rewards | Tia Boatman Patterson - 036Playing in the Sandbox
Today’s guest has worked at many levels of different organizations and brings a wealth of knowledge to the topic of leadership and management! In today’s episode of Playing in the Sandbox, I’m so excited to bring you into my most recent conversation with Tia Boatman Patterson, the President and CEO of the California Community Reinvestment Corporation. We talk about the importance of communication, expectation-setting, and building management skills at all levels of an organization! A good manager is aware of their organization's operations, processes, and procedures and...
info_outline The Line in the Sand | Tammy J. Bond - 035Playing in the Sandbox
I’m not afraid to have bold conversations, and this may be my boldest episode yet! Today on Playing in the Sandbox, I take you with me as I draw a line in the sand - if we want to improve company culture, we can’t just focus on leadership… It is so important that we also empower and educate our amazing managers! Positive change happens at all levels, so listen in to hear how leadership and management can work together to help an organization thrive! 1. We, as a culture, have overemphasized the role of leadership in building healthy business cultures, while...
info_outline One of These Things Just Doesn't Belong | Tammy J. Bond - 034Playing in the Sandbox
Who are you as a manager? In today’s episode of Playing in the Sandbox, I will take you through the 3 M’s of management. And, spoiler alert, one of these things is not like the others! So grab your pen and paper, write down some takeaways, and figure out which one of the 3 M’s just doesn’t belong in your management style! Mentoring is an amazing tool that can elevate the success of your team. Spreading your wealth of knowledge strengthens your organization at all levels. Effective mentoring empowers people through building supportive relationships. Mentors build trust with their...
info_outline Don't Be a Quitter | Tammy J. Bond - 033Playing in the Sandbox
This year, we’re not just celebrating the New Year, we’re celebrating NOT quitting on Quitter’s Day! In this episode of Playing in the Sandbox, I’m digging into Quitter’s Day and how we can shift our perspective toward behavior changes that stick. On that note, we’re going to talk about framing our yearly reviews to help our team members get excited about changing their mindsets so they can accomplish great things. Coming up with a “New Year's Resolution” isn’t enough. We have to create a clear vision of the outcome we want to achieve over a longer timeline. Don’t fall...
info_outline Best Listener Questions of 2023 | Tammy J. Bond - 032Playing in the Sandbox
Welcome to the final episode of Playing in the Sandbox for this year! I'm thrilled to bring you a special Q&A episode crafted entirely from the questions you, our amazing listeners, have sent in. We will break down the problems so many of us face as leaders while we celebrate curiosity and our amazing community! When you want to see behavior changes in your team, set expectations, model the changes, and hold check-ins for support and accountability. When you approach teammates about sensitive topics, approach with kindness and share your good intentions. Don’t forget to hold HR...
info_outline Leadership Teaching Moments in 2023 | Tammy J. Bond - 031Playing in the Sandbox
Leaders, we have had so many learning moments on this podcast throughout 2023. For this episode, we’re looking back over the year to celebrate our wins and leave behind the things that no longer serve us. The best leaders use the “Power of Regret” to move forward and make big changes. Instead of wallowing in it or pushing it away, confronting regrets can help leaders take action. (Thanks, Dan Pink!) If you’re ready to see change but don’t feel like it’s happening, look at what you’re tolerating in your life. Ask yourself - why aren’t you willing to address these things...
info_outline Stop Story Telling and Bottom Line it! | Tammy J. Bond - 030Playing in the Sandbox
One issue many people have when it comes to storytelling is getting to the main points. The whole point of using storytelling as a leader is to make your team members take action. But how can they act when they do not understand what you’re trying to convey? In this episode, we’ll discuss five key ways leaders can become bottom-line communicators. Listen to this insightful episode to help you develop an essential leadership style. 1. As leaders, it’s vital for you to understand your audience. Some members may need you to display a more colorful approach to your story, while others prefer...
info_outline Why Leaders Need to Be Better at Asking Questions | Tammy J. Bond - 029Playing in the Sandbox
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