When Things In The World Go Unsettled | Tammy J. Bond - 040
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As leaders, it’s our responsibility to create safe, stable environments for our team members. In this episode of Playing in the Sandbox, I discuss trauma and how we can show up for team members who are experiencing trauma. In the workplace, anxiety and depression caused by trauma can lead to absenteeism, distraction, and lowered productivity. We have the opportunity to discover root causes by asking good questions. It’s time to unpack some trauma, tap into our empathy, and explore ways to support our teams in the workplace. Even though we can’t fix all of the world’s...
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Unmasking Leadership Myths: The 5 Assumptions You Can't Afford to Make | Tammy J. Bond - 039
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Leadership success isn’t just about our actions; it’s about the assumptions we challenge. In this episode of Playing in the Sandbox, I take you through 5 assumptions that hold leaders back and keep teams from reaching their potential. To those leaders out there looking to self-reflect and break down the thought patterns that limit creativity and hinder growth, this episode is for you! Assumption #1: “I know best.” This mindset builds resistance to feedback and alternative perspectives, which shuts down your personal growth, your team’s creativity, and innovation overall. Try asking...
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Your Management vs. Leadership Questions Answered | Tammy J. Bond - 038
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3 Key Missing Ingredients in Your Leadership | Tammy J. Bond - 037
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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...
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Leadership vs. Management: The Drawbacks & Rewards | Tia Boatman Patterson - 036
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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...
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The Line in the Sand | Tammy J. Bond - 035
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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...
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One of These Things Just Doesn't Belong | Tammy J. Bond - 034
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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...
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Don't Be a Quitter | Tammy J. Bond - 033
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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...
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Best Listener Questions of 2023 | Tammy J. Bond - 032
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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...
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Leadership Teaching Moments in 2023 | Tammy J. Bond - 031
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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_outlineOn this episode of Playing In The Sandbox Podcast, Tammy talks with Donald Kelly about taking ownership of your craft, personal leadership, and Donald's new book “Sell It Like A Mango”. Donald Kelly is a sales expert whose podcast has 3.6 million downloads and has been featured in Forbes, he is the founder of The Sales Evangelist and author of “Sell It Like A Mango”.
What has Donald learned about taking ownership as he built his brand?
- Dedication. The more dedicated Donald feels to his craft the more people he can help and the better he can achieve his mission.
- Intention. Donald wants to ensure that he is giving his very best. He wants to be intentional about perfecting his craft and at the end of the day feel like he has given it his all.
- Act rather than be acted upon. As Donald was developing his team he kept this thought in mind. He wants his team to understand the vision and not wait to take action.
Donald's new book “Sell It Like A Mango”
- Donald’s book tells what he learned from the mango sellers in Jamaica. He teaches about how the individual, not the product, makes a massive difference in the selling process.
What has Donald learned about personal leadership?
- Donald's book teaches the notion of taking responsibility and taking ownership of your situation.
- Many individuals look to blame others for their negative circumstances. Donald learned through personal experiences growing up in Jamaica that he needed to take action on his own.
- Don’t take rejection personally. In his book, Donald outlines how to bounce back and grow from rejection.
Did Donald have a sandbox?
- Donald remembers his backyard being his oasis, interacting with cousins, neighbors and friends.
For more content and information from Donald, connect with him on Linkedin, visit his company website, and check out his book “Sell It Like A Mango”.
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