014: Leaders, Be Good to Yourself, Part 5: The Pause that Refreshes

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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Leaders can easily fall prey to workplace stress and the demands of the team. This can cause them to sacrifice the creativity that fuels innovation and progress. In this podcast episode, I talk about how to find proactive solutions during times of stress by taking a pause and practicing intentional mindfulness.

We’re wrapping up our “Be Good to Yourself” series, which is focused on why leaders truly need to take care of themselves before effectively caring for their teams.

In 1929 Coca-Cola introduced their marketing slogan, “The pause that refreshes.” Though I’m not a fan of soda, this slogan offers insight into how you can become a better leader. Regular moments of pause and intentional reflection are critical to growing your capacities in leadership and life and doing both with all your heart.

Keeping up with the goals and demands of the workplace can lead managers to miss out on opportunities to give and receive necessary feedback. If that’s not enough, the constant dinging and buzzing of our smartphones can add to the challenge of finding quiet moments to re-center.

The frenetic pace of our lives caps the voice of wisdom that is often only recognizable in a still, quiet moment. Listen in as I share how you can find those moments.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

The key benefits of taking a moment to pause and intentionally reflect.
How a creative genius and holder of 200 patents, Dr. Elmer Gates, used pauses for enhanced productivity.

Quick ways you can incorporate intentional reflection into your life without interfering with your daily routine.
Strategies for thinking critically and creatively—instead of reactively—in crisis situations.

I’d love to hear your questions, thoughts, and comments. If you have a minute, drop me a line on social or email me with your name and questions, and I’ll take some time in an upcoming episode to address some of your organizational and leadership challenges!

As always, my hope is to encourage you in the pursuit of a better you, better team, better business, better life!

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014: Leaders, Be Good to Yourself, Part 5: The Pause that Refreshes

The Bill Perry Show

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We’re wrapping up our “Be Good to Yourself” series, which is focused on why leaders truly need to take care of themselves before effectively caring for their teams.

The frenetic pace of our lives caps the voice of wisdom that is often only recognizable in a still, quiet moment. Listen in as I share how you can find those moments.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

The key benefits of taking a moment to pause and intentionally reflect.
How a creative genius and holder of 200 patents, Dr. Elmer Gates, used pauses for enhanced productivity.

Quick ways you can incorporate intentional reflection into your life without interfering with your daily routine.
Strategies for thinking critically and creatively—instead of reactively—in crisis situations.

As always, my hope is to encourage you in the pursuit of a better you, better team, better business, better life!

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053: Appreciation in the Workplace with Dr. Paul White 29:15

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052: Creating a Better Version of Yourself in 2020 8:46

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It is a new year. It's a new decade. Welcome to 2020! With these moments on the calendar, there's always the hope of great change. But the reality is the movement of dates on the calendar doesn't create change, something else has to happen. Very little change occurs until you make a significant change in the way you see the world. And this is the topic of this week’s podcast episode. A BETTER VERSION OF YOUR LIFE BEGINS WITH A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF YOURSELFBy better I don't mean earning a greater revenue or obtaining more success. These things are valuable. When I talk about better I mean less entangled and becoming more available to the people you serve (family, team, community). Change cannot be based on what's going on outside. It really has to begin on the inside. And this can actually pose a challenge to many. CHALLENGE YOUR MINDSET IF YOU’RE GOING TO GET BETTER You have to challenge your own mindset if you're going to get better. Oftentimes, pushing through challenges to come out as a better version of yourself—you cannot not get there alone. Leaders need other leaders. Peers need other peers. You need people in your corner who have experienced the same challenges, the same threats, or the same types of successes. We need others to fuel our endeavors in order to afford us the sense of safety which comes from knowing our struggles aren't unique—even though our paths may be different. In actuality, our journeys are more the same. Leaders who are free in themselves will encourage freedom in those they're given to serve. If we, as leaders, are still trying to get our needs for safety and survival met, we will never be fully available to give anything more to those who are making the journey with us. Until next time, lead well! Bill Connect with Bill: Book a time to speak Web: https://www.theinnovatusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-perry/ Twitter: @innovatusgroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebillperryshow/ *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com…

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051: A Christmas Message 7:40

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Ho, ho, hold on …you don’t like Christmas? I understand this season can be painful for some. It can be a season where depression and suicide rates are on the increase. Or perhaps, as you get older the events of Christmas don’t match the warm, sentimental memories you carry for the season. Today, I want to offer you a message of kindness and hope. YOU CAN’T SLOW THE CLOCKThe holiday season is filled with frenetic energy and pressure. You are faced with doing the right thing plus fulfilling obligations to be at all of the holiday social engagements. The reality is you can’t slow the clock. But you can positively influence the movement of your soul as it responds to the movement of time. I want to offer you a couple of recommendations to help make the season a little bit easier to manage. BE KIND AND GIVE YOURSELF MERCYThis season offer the gift of kindness to those around you. Everyone around you is in a great battle. I also would like to ask you to offer yourself the gift of mercy. You don’t need to do it perfectly, but I'm pretty confident you can do it. When you offer yourself the gift of mercy, only then are you able and free enough to give unto others the gift of kindness. Be kind to them and to yourself this holiday season. Until next time, lead well! Bill Connect with Bill: Book a time to speak Web: https://www.theinnovatusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-perry/ Twitter: @innovatusgroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebillperryshow/ *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com…

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050: Coaching to Develop Your Team with Keith Webb 32:21

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Do you know how much it costs an organization when employees are not engaged? It can be very costly to the bottom line. Employee engagement is a vital piece to any organization and effective coaching on the part of your management and leadership can be a solution to engaging employees. My guest today is Keith Webb. Keith has years of experience training individuals about how to effectively coach others in their organizations within their spheres of influence. EMPLOYEES WANT RESPECT Employees want to be heard, be respected, and be involved with the decisions affecting them. In this episode we discuss the fact that good managers recognize the importance of asking for input from their employees. Having input makes employees feel appreciated and valuable. Having a voice makes them feel as though they matter. LISTENING IS KEY IN COMMUNICATION WITH EMPLOYEES When you give people a voice, it is critical to listen to them. People tend to only listen for about 17 seconds before they interrupt with a thought or a question. However, as effective managers, it’s critical to really listen to your team members about the matter you are discussing with them. You may find that coaching them through a situation goes much quicker when you know exactly what they are discussing! We will discuss more about listening and other traits to help you as their coach to grow your team! Episode Highlights: What coaching really is Keith’s biggest challenge as he moved into coaching The deeper level of coaching What leadership should do to promote employee engagement Understanding the difference between advising and coaching How to adjust the expectations of employees Keys to effective listening and the importance of open questions Curiosity is an important leadership trait The time effective coaching takes as you encourage ownership and accountability of your team Until next time, lead well! Bill Connect with Keith Webb: Website: http://keithwebb.com/ Creative Results Management: https://creativeresultsmanagement.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/webbkeith/ Connect with Bill: Book a time to speak Web: https://www.theinnovatusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-perry/ Twitter: @innovatusgroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebillperryshow/ *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com…

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048: Appreciation and Employee Engagement with Jennifer McClure 30:58

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Today I’m talking with Jennifer McClure, a former executive recruiter and HR executive who offers a wealth of knowledge on the subject of corporate leadership. Jennifer is here to talk to us about developing corporate leaders and the importance of employee appreciation. People don’t leave companies, they leave managers It seems like common sense that people want to be appreciated, they want to feel like the work they do, matters. We’ll discuss the old adage that people don’t leave companies, they leave managers and how employees want to know that someone’s paying attention. It may be easy for people to jump ship when times get tough, if they don’t feel a connection with management, so we’ll cover how to avoid this downfall. When you think you’re doing it right, but you’re not Jennifer will share with us, a time she thought she was doing everything right, until she found out she wasn’t. One of her best employees left, and thankfully, that employee opened up to Jennifer about why she was leaving. This gave her the opportunity to make changes in the way she managed, and create more meaningful connections with the employees under her care. Episode Highlights: People don’t leave jobs, they leave managers Managing people the right way How to create meaningful connections with your employees Making your appreciation intentional Avoiding stereotypes, especially about generations The importance of feedback How technology has allowed us to be more connected Until next time, lead well! Bill Connect with Jennifer McClure:Podcast: Impact Makers Podcast with Jennifer McClure Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/JenniferMcClureSpeaker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactmakerspodcast/ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifermcclure Twitter: https://twitter.com/JenniferMcClure Connect with Bill: Book a time to speak Web: https://www.theinnovatusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-perry/ Twitter: @innovatusgroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebillperryshow/ *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com…

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047: Strategies for Leaders to Enjoy the Holiday Season 13:54

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The holiday season is my favorite time of year. I grew up in a great family situation where holidays were marked with extended family time together with good food and great family engagements. However, there is a lot of pressure attached to the holidays. This year, I would encourage you to take a step back and relieve some of that stress during this busy season. THE HOLIDAYS ARE A VERY EXCITING BUT CONFLICTING TIME OF YEAR While the season is filled with joy, for many leaders it can be the most stressful time of the year. This has to do with making year-end numbers, increased activity with teams, and the distractions facing team members as they move through the holiday season and its many events. We spend 93% of our lives indoors - in an artificial environment. Take some time to get outside and move around to breathe. GIVE YOURSELF THE GIFT OF MARGIN THIS YEAR It is important to remember to be good to yourself during the holidays. Give yourself some room to connect, create joy, and create time for rest. It is important to relax and release stress - whether that means taking time to walk and breathe deeply or to isolate yourself some other way to recharge a bit so you can bring your whole self to others. Episode Highlights: With so much pressure during the season, it is okay to skip some obligations to relieve some of this stress Question your involvement in things that take away from your joy Reasons why many leaders point to this time of the year as the most stressful The importance of taking time to connect with your family A great idea for separating yourself from tech How to create margin for yourself How to connect on a level that brings you life and joy Until next time, lead well! Bill Connect with Bill: Book a time to speak Web: https://www.theinnovatusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-perry/ Twitter: @innovatusgroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebillperryshow/ *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com…

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046: Navigating Change with Charles Weathers 29:11

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Today I welcome friend and business leader, Charles Weathers to the show. I've known Charles for some time, and I've benefited from his extensive knowledge of leadership development. Charles spends time working with nonprofits and faith-based organizations. He loves working with them because they share his heart for the community. He has worked to help these companies with board development, governance, leadership development and strategic planning. Intergenerational Boards Today, boards have a broad range of Gen X, Boomers, Gen Y and Millennials. Companies must find ways for these groups to work together if they are going to sustain their business. Interacting with intention and working together to overcome stereotypes will go a long way toward building trust and successful relationships. The Last Seven Words of a Dying Organization Backward thinking often gets in the way of forward progress. The “we’ve never done it that way before” mentality stalls progress and causes organizations to crumble. Businesses must be willing to engage in conversations about the future and look at things from new perspectives. Episode Highlights: How board leadership is changing The positive impact of intergenerational boards A strategic plan is a mindset, not a piece of paper Setting the organizational culture How culture is a primary indicator of sustainability Facilitating courageous conversations The danger of agreement Being seen, heard and valued Building trust through vulnerability The inclusion illusion Until next time, lead well! Bill Episode Resources: Connect with Charles Weathers: Website: charlescweathers.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/charlesweathers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesweathers/ Connect with Bill: Book a time to speak Web: https://www.theinnovatusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-perry/ Twitter: @innovatusgroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebillperryshow/ *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors, create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com…

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045: Fixing Work with Laurie Ruettimann 26:17

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I am so pleased to welcome Laurie Ruettimann to the show. Laurie had spent many years in human resources leadership and realized she hated her job. She left her position in HR and is now on a mission to fix work. She has some ideas about what is currently wrong with work and some steps we can take to fix those problems; not only in our workplaces but in our lives as well. FUNDAMENTALLY THE WORLD OF WORK IS BROKEN The world of work exists so corporations can make a profit. Profits are acquired based on the work of employees. Because of that, there is a lot of talk about the employee experience and the importance of employees. However, most policies do not match up with what we say we want for our employees versus what we actually provide them. This is a system problem and Laurie has some thoughts on addressing this problem, head on. WE FIX WORK BY FIXING OURSELVES The other element, when it comes to fixing work, is the emotional and psychological side of ourselves that we take to work. Laurie says that she fundamentally believes, “We fix work by fixing ourselves.” We need to examine ourselves, our values, and how we lead our lives at home. In this week’s episode, we dive deeper into the holistic view of fixing work as well as working to make positive changes to fix the world around you. Episode Highlights: Laurie’s upbringing and how it informed her view of work The concept that there is no leadership without self-leadership The importance of recognizing that the responsibility of corporate success should be placed upon employees Workers are capitalists too and need to be put first The need to focus on your relationship with money and be proactive in controlling that aspect of your life Examining your view of wealth and realizing it refers to more than just money The holistic view of fixing work by fixing yourself as well as working to make positive changes to fix the world around you Until next time, lead well! Bill Episode Resources: Connect with Laurie Ruettimann Website: http://letsfixwork.com Laurie on Twitter & Instagram LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/laurieruettimann Connect with Bill: Book a time to speak Web: https://www.theinnovatusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-perry/ Twitter: @innovatusgroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebillperryshow/ *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors, create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com…

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044: Why Leaders and HR Teams Should Consider Podcasting Featuring Danny Ozment 23:12

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This week I am pleased to have Danny Ozment of Emerald City Productions on the show. Danny is the producer of this podcast and always works hard to make me sound good! Danny and I talk about the creative potential for leaders and human resources teams to utilize the medium of podcasting to drive vision, values and policies through every level of your organization! PODCASTING IS A GREAT WAY TO COMMUNICATE INTERNALLY When it comes to internal communications within a business, podcasting is a great option for leaders to effectively communicate their messages to employees at all levels. Danny says this is referred to as “enterprise podcasting,” and he discusses the benefits of using podcasts as opposed to traditional methods of communication within a business. PODCASTING PROVIDES A GOOD ROI Are you looking for ways to communicate with employees more effectively while also watching the bottom line with regard to expenses? Podcasting provides good ROI when it comes to the time and money that will be invested. The productivity and efficiency of podcasting allows leaders and employees to save time. They can create the content and then be done as the actual production and hosting of the podcast can be outsourced. We discuss this and other benefits of enterprise podcasting on this episode of The Bill Perry Show. Be sure to listen to this enlightening interview with Danny Ozment! Episode Highlights: Danny’s journey to becoming a podcast producer Why people are gravitating toward podcasting Podcasting as a vehicle of trust within organizations, from leadership to the members of the team Reasons an executive team should choose podcasting over traditional methods of communication The ROI that can be gained when teams choose to distribute information through podcasting Hosting solutions available to keep your podcast secure Resources that have researched how audio is consumed in the industry and how effective it can be Until next time, lead well! Bill Episode Resources: Connect with Danny Ozment: Podcast Services: https://emeraldcitypro.com/ Website: https://dannyozment.com/ Podcast Strategies For Growing Your Business, Community, And Influence While Profiting Connect with Bill: Book a time to speak Web: https://www.theinnovatusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-perry/ Twitter: @innovatusgroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebillperryshow/ *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors, create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com…

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043: Getting to the Heart of Your Message with Mike Kim 29:57

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It’s my pleasure to have my friend, Mike Kim, on the show this week. Mike is a marketing strategist, and his philosophy is, “Marketing isn’t about closing a sale. It’s about opening a relationship.” As we move through this discussion, you will hear that if you don’t love yourself, you’re not going to manage any other relationship around you. THE MOST IMPORTANT RELATIONSHIP YOU’LL EVER HAVE IS THE ONE YOU HAVE WITH YOURSELF The longest relationship you will ever have is the one that you have with yourself. So, it is vital to ensure that this relationship is a healthy one. To help form the foundation for that healthy self-relationship, Mike has three questions to help us view ourselves better and more objectively and to help us understand why we make certain decisions. PEOPLE MAKE DECISIONS BASED ON EMOTION Mike’s three questions are intended to tap into the emotion that is underneath whatever people have going on. He says that no matter what kind of business or persuasive challenges you face, you have to appeal to the emotions of others. People make decisions based on emotion, and then they justify it with logic later. In this episode, we discuss those three questions and how they have been a catalyst for many of the decisions Mike has made and the fact that he wants to help as many people as possible to step into their new life. Episode Highlights: The importance of loving yourself Mike’s 3 bizarre questions that help form the basis for a healthy self-relationship Seasonal shifts and what we need to do to follow these subtle shifts with regard to the questions...answers change based on the season of your life that you’re in You can’t just be saved from something; you have to be saved to something How to approach these questions and the value of walking through them with an advisor or coach Action cures fear; the importance of moving forward Adults learn differently than kids, so the learning process is much different as an adult Must commit to change, have courage, get competence, and then you have confidence The importance of seizing opportunities when they become available Until next time, lead well! Bill Episode Resources: Connect with Mike Kim Podcast: The Brand You Podcast Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv Connect with Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikekimtv/ Connect with Bill: Book a time to speak Web: https://www.theinnovatusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-perry/ Twitter: @innovatusgroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebillperryshow/ *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com…

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042: Putting People First with Mike Vacanti 38:58

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My guest this week is doing amazing things for people and focusing on the dialogue of moving people forward at work. He has recently begun focusing on the value of humans, creating a community known as HumansFirst. One of the things he has identified is that we are in a current leadership crisis. But he has a potential solution for this. THERE IS A GLOBAL LEADERSHIP CRISIS Mike says that when we look at the condition in companies, there isn’t a lot of hope for positive change because, “While people want to do the right thing around them and the people that they engage with every day, they feel that they're encumbered by a structure and a system that doesn't allow positive change.” However, he goes on to note that he has learned over time that people will be able to move companies forward if we create a shift in culture to emphasize people. PEOPLE WILL DRIVE PRODUCTIVITY When we look at corporate settings, it is clear that people drive productivity. Mike notes we must focus on the fact that “Business is people.” And when we do that, the business has the ability to change in a positive way and move forward. He notes that change is happening at a much quicker pace than in past years, and, because of that, companies must depend upon humans to move forward. Episode Highlights: People will drive productivity Employment structures are transactional as workers are measured against finite pieces and then get paid to “do their job” ROI with regards to putting humans first People for profits - when people are growing they will bring their best effort The concept of HumansFirst The necessity to bring our whole selves to the office and the opportunity to be heard to make people feel valued Workers must feel free to express themselves This is an experiment - doing discovery now Until next time, lead well! Bill Episode Resources: Connect with Mike Vacanti: HumansFirst Club: https://humansfirst.club/ HumansFirst Playground LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/mjvacanti Connect with Bill: Book a time to speak Web: https://www.theinnovatusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-perry/ Twitter: @innovatusgroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebillperryshow/ *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com…

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041: Be Clear, Get Heard! with Steve Woodruff 36:23

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Today it’s my honor to have a new acquaintance on the show with me. Steve Woodruff has a really interesting title. He is known as the “King of Clarity.” If your organization needs some guidance on getting through all of the “noise” that is out there, this is the episode for you! BREAK THROUGH THE GRAY MATTER OVERLOAD We live in an age of information that is everywhere, all the time. Everywhere we turn there is more noise; it is coming from all angles and from companies of all sizes. There is so much out there competing for our attention. So companies are faced with the challenge of breaking through gray matter overload (“GMO”). Steve points out that everyone out there is suffering from GMO, and companies need to find a way to reach their audiences. Does your company have an effective way to cut through all that sensory input and get your message heard? Steve has ways of doing that, and he shares some valuable information in this episode. CLARITY HAS VALUE Steve describes clarity as being characterized by a memory dart, a way of cutting through the clutter and making people understand you. He thinks of the memory dart as “a way to get a message across into people's brains very quickly.” That is important when you consider all of the information people process each day. Clarity has a great deal of value for every organization. How do you effectively get your message across to others? He also discusses the core value of organizational clarity both internal and external to the organization. We all know to prioritize connecting with our customers for branding and growth, but there is also great value to be had internally. After all, it is essential to have everyone on the same page with regards to internal communication, collaboration, networking, branding, and vision. So we also discuss this huge need for internal clarity. Episode Highlights: What a memory dart is and how it can help your business GMO - gray matter overload - what it is and how to cut through it What the human brain reacts to and how even small companies can be competitive “It’s not our audience’s job to figure us out” - the importance of truly understanding that and moving beyond it The huge need for internal, as well as external, communication and some insight on developing that Keywords to communicate identity and value within an organization The 5 elements on the approach to clarity Referral readiness - what it is and why it’s important Until next time, lead well! Bill Episode Resources: Connect with Steve Woodruff: https://clarityfuel.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/swoodruff/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/kingofclarity/ Book: Clarity Wins Connect with Bill: Book a time to speak Web: https://www.theinnovatusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-perry/ Twitter: @innovatusgroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebillperryshow/ *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com…

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040: Owning Your Story: The Value of Vulnerability with Dr. Michael Hudson 44:24

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This week it is my privilege to have Dr. Michael Hudson on the show. Michael is a full-time speaker, coach, and consultant. He enjoys working with leaders and teams to build their strategic visions. Today we focus on the importance of being true to yourself to be the most effective leader. PUT YOURSELF IN THE RIGHT ROOM Are you in the right place right now? Sometimes we find ourselves working very hard to do what we need to do in public, but we are not being true to ourselves. Michael believes we must put ourselves in the right room with the right people. If we don’t do that, we will “find a way to mask that discomfort” as he says. And that is not the most productive way for us to live our lives. After all, at some point we have to take that mask off and deal with the issues that are going on internally. However, if we are authentic with ourselves, we can pull on our own strengths to be good and effective leaders. ARE YOU STRONG ENOUGH TO BE VULNERABLE? Being a successful leader can be simplified into looking at a couple of positive traits. Good leaders are curious and humble. They know that they need to rely upon the information that those they are leading have. Asking questions and listening intently can create good relationships. These qualities help to demonstrate the vulnerability or authenticity that many seek in a good leader. When we open up communication and break down the barriers between leaders and their teams or organizations, then trust can be built. And this will lead to a healthy organization. This episode is truly inspiring as Michael and I discuss looking at ourselves honestly, without any masks, to tap into our authenticity. Sometimes that process leaves us feeling very vulnerable. But it opens the door to move forward on our journeys past our inner struggles. Episode Highlights: Finding ourselves “not in the right room” and needing to make a change Imposter syndrome causes us to want to compensate The 3 things we have to do when it comes to leadership The possibility of moving forward past our inner struggles Successful leaders can frame their lessons in a replicable framework that they can teach to others Real integrity is living from the inside out - making sure we stand up for what is right Michael’s mantra for good leaders: ask, listen, learn, and serve...and serve first How sometimes we put on a mask to hide discomfort in our lives, and it’s okay to get help from friends, coaches, or professionals to get beyond that Until next time, lead well! Bill Episode Resources: Connect with Michael Hudson: https://www.michaelhudson.com/coaching/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaelhudson/ To start a conversation with Michael: michael@michaelhudson.com Attract Your Clients video series Connect with Bill: Book a time to speak Web: https://www.theinnovatusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-perry/ Twitter: @innovatusgroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebillperryshow/ *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com…

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039: A New Perspective on Leadership and Gratitude with Kevin Monroe 38:24

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