Super Lessons from Superheroes # 212
The Good to Know Podcast - for Business and Leadership
Release Date: 08/23/2016
Investing in Your Career # 304
The Good to Know Podcast - for Business and Leadership
What if you had an extra $5 to spend on your career? An extra $100? $1000?! Our Good to Know panel offers their take on how to invest 5, 100 and 1000 dollars in a career.
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A Manager's Guide to Optimism # 303
The Good to Know Podcast - for Business and Leadership
The Good to Know panel examines the pro's and con's of optimism while taking a closer look at the works of Dr. Martin Seligman and how to apply his theory of learned optimism in the office and in your life.
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3 Smart Tips to Start Your Day Off Right # 302
The Good to Know Podcast - for Business and Leadership
How do you stage your day for success? Our panel shares their personal tips for having a successful day by starting off on the right foot! 00:13 Intro 01:25 Morning people vs night owls 02:57 Jason starts his day with a coffee break 04:02 Having a routine can help structure your day 04:33 A positive orientation helps guide your mood 05:09 Steve doesn’t “start” his day until he’s in the office 07:15 Have what you need, handy and available 07:36 The early bird really does get the worm 08:09 Jessica needs her tea to geared up 08:43 Start working from bed?! Works for some!...
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Successful Delegation # 301
The Good to Know Podcast - for Business and Leadership
Welcome to Season 3! Join us as we discuss the merits of delegating; why we do it, what to consider, when not to, and special tips for new managers. 00:13 Introductions 1:00 Some delegate to refocus, make better use of resources, make opportunities or because there’s too much to do. 1:35 Steve can also see delegation as “dumping.” 4:21 Jason sees managers both never delegating and always delegating 5:45 Jessica recognizes the nature of the group impacting the nature of delegation 8:25 Delegation may be more than specific tasks 9:38 The importance of delegating with clarity...
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The Year in Review # 218
The Good to Know Podcast - for Business and Leadership
The Good to Know Panel sit down one last time for the 2016 season and reflect on the year while having a laugh among friends at the same time. 0:24 Introductions 2:36 What was your resolution? 4:58 What was your biggest professional challenge? 14:28 How do you slow down time (in a good way)? 27:34 Saying goodbye and giving thanks 29:14 How well do you know each other, The Game! 35:19 How to win your won awesome prize!
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How to Quit Being Too Busy # 217
The Good to Know Podcast - for Business and Leadership
Pressed for time? To-do list getting out of hand? We'll help you rethink what it means to be "too busy" and offer smart alternatives for the active professional.
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Drawing a Line in the Sand # 216
The Good to Know Podcast - for Business and Leadership
Getting someone to stop an unwanted behavior can be challenging for even the most experienced leader. Listen in as the GTK panel details those tenants of effective limit setting while not burning bridges.
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Good to Know Thyself; Self-Awareness in Leadership # 215
The Good to Know Podcast - for Business and Leadership
Having a sense of self awareness is not only healthy for you as an individual, it is essential to lead others and for your business. The GTK panel examines what it takes to hone this vital skill. 0:13 Introductions 1:19 Steve relates an exercise to increase self-awareness 2:07 Defines self-awareness as knowing thoughts and feelings about thoughts 2:21 Jason relates self-awareness to continuous self-improvement 3:41 Jessica links self-awareness to emotional intelligence 5:36 How self-awareness can lead to thoughtful action 6:15 But action without self-awareness can be dangerous 6:58 The...
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Disaster Preparation and Recovery, Part 2 # 214
The Good to Know Podcast - for Business and Leadership
Too many businesses never recover following a disaster so your Good to Know Panel explores important steps to prepare for a disaster and how to recover. 0:13 Introductions 0:44 Lessons from debriefing, development of bug out bag 2:50 Don’t put all your eggs in one basket 3:50 Plan and practice your plan 4:50 Re-evaluate your plan constantly 5:40 Make sure your priorities make sense are clearly communicated and are coordinated 7:40 Address the human component, don’t ignore the basics 9:40 Tips from the Hartland Deerfield Fire Authority 11:56 Lynda recalls why children need special attention...
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Disaster Preparation and Recovery, Part 1 # 213
The Good to Know Podcast - for Business and Leadership
Too many businesses never recover following a disaster so your Good to Know Panel explores important steps to prepare for a disaster and how to recover. 0:13 Introductions 1:05 How Ulliance averted a bigger disaster following their real one 4:07 Plan on when disaster strikes, not if 4:37 Matt relates a story of how disaster can come from anywhere, anytime 5:11 The value of debriefing following the execution of your disaster plan 8:17 What HR really needs to focus on in when considering a plan 11:30 Don’t neglect the emotional impact on your employees! 14:20 If you think you’re immune,...
info_outlineAunt May said, "There's a hero in all of us" so don your cape and cast aside mediocrity as the GTK panel applies superhero strength and focus to leadership.
1:15 The panel discusses how their favorite superheroes have evolved from the camp of the 60’s and 70’s to the dark and serious tones of recent years and striking an entertaining balance.
2:43 Jessica discusses how Wonder Woman came to be an important figure in her life.
4:14 The origin story of Wonder Woman teaches us the importance of taking ownership over your goals and demonstrating your actual worth.
5:44 The panel discusses the public’s reaction to the Batman vs. Superman movie and some differences between DC vs. Marvel comics.
8:40 Kamal reveals why Nick Fury is a personal hero and the importance of managers keeping the team goals in sight at all times.
11:25: Jason likes turtles.
13:36 Jason reinforces the importance to keeping up your confidence and tackling issues one step at a time.
15:24 Matt is reminded that superheroes and team leaders alike need a support system.