Capturing Hearts and Minds to Get Authentic Buy-In with Tria Deibert (throwback)
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We've added to our subscriber list over the past two years. That means there are some great episodes that some of you have missed. So to finish up 2024 on the Be Worth* Following podcast, we are doing a throwback episode from October 2022. That's when we got to visit with As the Vice President of Culture at , Tria says that her job sets her soul on fire, and that she’s using the position to help others find the same excitement. Tria never expected to end up in the culture field. Her background is in marketing, but a leader saw potential in her, and she decided to take a big, bold leap. In...
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Connection Raised to the Power of 4 with Jason Cochran
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In this episode of the Be Worth* Following Podcast, host Tim Spiker welcomes back for his second appearance on the show psychologist Jason Cochran. Together they take a deep dive into Jason’s original work on the four principles of connection in the workplace. This thoughtful discussion explores the strategic advantages of connection at work and includes practical applications that leaders can engage in immediately to increase connection at work for everyone they lead.
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Developing Leaders at Home and Work with Chad Johnson
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Tim Spiker hosts Chad Johnson on the Be Worth Following Podcast, discussing how unique abilities can significantly boost leadership effectiveness. Chad, a successful entrepreneur and coach, emphasizes identifying and honing these abilities in oneself and others to create maximum value and impact. Reflecting on his own journey from homeschooling and early inspirations like Zig Ziglar to his current role with Strategic Coach, Chad shares how understanding and leveraging unique abilities has transformed his approach to leadership and personal growth. He also delves into the importance of applying...
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Employee Flourishing with Dr. Brent Fessler
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An eye-opening episode of the Be Worth Following Podcast! Dr. Brent Fessler, Principal at Integreaters, shares what it looks like for leaders to prioritize the flourishing of their employees and company culture. Dr. Brent is an integrator, which means he helps organizations integrate values, purpose, organizational change, and character development. In this episode, Brent shares about an idea called trauma informed leadership, explores what it looks like to value employee flourishing, and talks about how to get company values off the walls and into the people. Additional Resources can be found...
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Hope in Small Teams with Bennett Bratt
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In this episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, host Tim Spiker sits down with Bennett Bratt, author of The Team Discovered and former Vice President of HR Talent and Organizational Capability at T-Mobile. Bennett's extensive experience has led him to develop a perspective on teams and leadership that challenges the status quo. In this discussion, Bennett shares stories and insights that will invite you rethink how teams work. If you've ever wondered what really drives team success, this episode promises to offer fresh, thought-provoking viewpoints that just might change the way you...
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You Can't Outrun Yourself with Christopher O'Reilly
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In this episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, Christopher O'Reilly, an executive team member at the internationally-renowned Onsite Partners and leader of Milestones, joins host Tim Spiker for an insightful exploration of the intersection between mental health and leadership. Drawing from his extensive clinical experience, Christopher delves into the hidden pitfalls of multitasking and the transformative power of simply being present. He also shares a practical method for leaders to check in on their mental well-being, which simultaneously improves relationships and increases...
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Leading in the Strength of Who You Are with Christi Gordy
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In this episode of the Be Worth Following podcast, Christi Gordy, Founder and Executive Director of Canopy Life International, joins host Tim Spiker to share about her leadership of the organization. Canopy Life Academy is a boarding school dedicated to empowering vulnerable Kenyan children by equipping them with leadership skills, critical thinking, and innovation, aiming to lead their communities out of poverty. Christi shares key moments that impacted her leadership approach, highlighting the importance of understanding one’s purpose, the transformative power of embracing one's...
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Reverse Your Org Chart with Dr. Erik Hoekstra
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On this episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, Dr. Erik Hoekstra, President at Dordt University, joins Tim to share his perspectives on leadership in the unique context of a small Christian univeristy. It’s clear immediately that Erik’s deep faith has informed and shaped his approach to leadership. He believes in a human approach to leadership, not a utilitarian one, and is always eager to work back to this center when he gets off track. Erik is passionate about keeping himself accessible to his workers and students, inviting feedback, and pressing into equal parts humility and...
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Encourage, Esteem, Love with Bart Wear
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On the latest episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, Tim sits down with Bart Wear, a former CEO whose leadership is anchored in the care of people. Throughout his career in industrial construction, Bart held firm to the belief that kindness and fairness should be the cornerstones of leadership. Even in moments of accountability, his approach was rooted in empathy and understanding. For Bart, "fair is fair for everybody," and this mantra guided every decision he made. But Bart's leadership journey didn't end with his retirement from construction. In fact, it took on a whole new...
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Uncommonly Great Leadership with Mark Miller
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Mark Miller joins the Be Worth* Following Podcast for the second time to share about his new book, Uncommon Greatness. Since Mark retired from Chick Fil A he has made it his second-half-of-life mission to develop extraordinary leaders. Uncommon greatness comes from uncommon leadership, characterized by a focus on others and a commitment to fundamental actions. On the podcast he shares what it looks like to make this shift to uncommon greatness and why the practical and fundamental must go together. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast
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Joel Manby is a former CEO whose leadership style was revolutionized when he discovered the astounding ROA for being a loving leader. Since this epiphany, Joel has made dramatic changes in the way he acts and talks about leadership. After serving as CEO for several decades in the auto and family theme park industries, Joel wrote Love Works: Seven Timeless Principles for Effective Leaders to share how showing love is a powerful leadership strategy. In this episode, host Tim Spiker talks with Joel about his own personal leadership journey, the powerful results of leading with love, and some examples of what this looks like in practical leadership.
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