Red and Green Flags at Work
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CBQ: What are your red and green flags at work? "...be blunt with a trusted resource who knows your environment and share these flags and where you would like to see them." - JK This episode discusses workplace dynamics, focusing on red and green flags such as the traditional two weeks' notice, vacation usage, and conflict. The conversation highlights how these indicators reflect leadership effectiveness and employee engagement, emphasizing the importance of genuine feedback, strategic time-off, and constructive conflict in a healthy work environment. ...
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Go to Sleep Baby
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"...they were the first parents that I saw that genuinely loved being parents that didn't really complain about their kids..." CBQ: Why was sleep training our kids so important to you? [* - Sleep Training Course, thank you!!] Highlights: 00:57 SLEEP - The Unfakeable Metric 09:51 Choose Your Mentors Wisely! 12:36 The Reality of Sleep Deprivation 13:37 Struggle for Self-Care 18:46 The Best Advice Coutney comes to terms with how much PROJECT MANAGEMENT, MENTORING and EXPERIMENTATION went into her mission of sleep training her kids. Highlighting the...
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Managers of TVs Severance S2
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"Severance: Your cloned work-life self in a perfect sci-fi drama!" CBQ: What the hell is severance about? → Your listening perspective matters - . In this episode, the Courtney and Juam discuss the TV show 'Severance,' focusing on its unique workplace environment where employees split into separate personal and work identities. They delve into the character dynamics, the unsettling management figures, and the show's blend of sci-fi and drama. The discussion also touches on the psychological and corporate implications of the series, along with spoilers from season...
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Unflattering Constructive Feedback
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CBQ - Courtney, have you ever been told you had a bad attitude at work? In this episode, hosts Courtney and Juan discuss the importance of receiving unflattering but constructive feedback in the workplace. Courtney shares her experience as a 'toxic, miserable employee' and how being told she had a bad attitude by her manager led to positive changes in her career. The conversation evolves to include personal anecdotes, such as a childhood memory of a friend pointing out a booger in Juan's nose, highlighting the value of honest feedback from those who care. They emphasize that while...
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See You Mondays!
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CBQ - When, where, how and what podcast do you listen to? - Help us by sharing a little about your podcast tastes! In this brief episode, host Juan Kingsbury announces a shift to a consistent Sunday release schedule for their podcast. Juan reminisces about his long history with podcasts and highlights their commitment to making the show relatable and personable. With a goal of offering valuable, yet digestible content, they invite listeners to provide feedback and share the podcast. Stay tuned for new weekly episodes starting this Sunday. Follow Juan on Check out ...
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Juan's EQ
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"I always don't fit in... being "Juan Kingsbury", so I always fit in." - JK *Longest CBQ ever!! CBQ: Juan, you have an incredible ability to diffuse tense situations, especially when emotions are running high. You also navigate difficult conversations, like those about race, with a calm and thoughtful approach. How do you do that? What’s your mindset in those moments? What skill are you using that helps you handle those situations so well? Juan and Courtney discuss strategies for managing tense situations and difficult conversations, particularly focusing on emotional...
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2Babies 2Curious
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CBQ - “Do you still want to be a stay at home parent?” “I like the external validation and gratification I get from my job, and the energy I bring home from that.” - Courtney Kingsbury On this episode, Courtney shares why, despite loving their newborn, she has no desire to be a stay-at-home parent. She opens up about the pressure moms face to “want it all” and why embracing her career ambitions makes her a better parent. Together, they discuss balancing work, identity, and parenthood without guilt or outdated expectations. Follow Juan on ...
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When Remote Don't Work
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CBQ - “Why were you such a bad remote employee?” [*Warning some more explectives than normal.] “I’m a lot better at not worrying if I’m bothering somebody by reaching out and asking for help.” - Courtney on improving her remote communication Remote work has been around for a while and yet still a divisive topic. I catch Courtney off guard (as she asked) and have her reflect on her struggles and growth today. Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and
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Leadership Deathzone with Dr. Tiffany Brandreth
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Check out the ! CBQ - “What does a healthy executive ego look like? And why is that NOT the default?” “Purpose did not protect leaders from their ego when their sense of stability was at risk.” - Dr. Tiffany Brandreth. Dr. Tiffany Brandreth, Organizational Transformation Consultant & Coach , joins us in person (and on Youtube!) to talk about ego, purpose and power dynamics in the workplace. Transform your Senior Leadership Team - Follow Juan on Check out Follow on and
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Don't Sleep On Your Sleep
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CBQ - “How many hours of sleep did you get last night?” Courtney is here for her recurring guest co-hosting role. This episode we talk about sleep and the challenge so many people have in improving it but why everyone deserves to improve their situation. Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and Image by Annie Spratt
info_outline"Severance: Your cloned work-life self in a perfect sci-fi drama!"
CBQ: What the hell is severance about?
→ Your listening perspective matters - 5 min survey.
In this episode, the Courtney and Juam discuss the TV show 'Severance,' focusing on its unique workplace environment where employees split into separate personal and work identities. They delve into the character dynamics, the unsettling management figures, and the show's blend of sci-fi and drama. The discussion also touches on the psychological and corporate implications of the series, along with spoilers from season two.
Highlights:
- 05:57 Inner conflict
- 07:33 Compassion versus command
- 09:05 Setting boundaries at work
- 10:40 The high-performance dilemma
- 13:39 The work persona
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