Leadership is the Conversation: Let's Talk
49 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago -Welcome to the podcast, Leadership is the Conversation, a free-form discussion among business executives on leadership development.
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Manager as Coach (Part Two)
October 04, 2023 21:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBProgram Description: In this episode, Jim Dickson, Senior Consultant and Executive Coach at Equis Consulting shares his impressions of Michael Bungay Stanier’s book The Coaching Habit. Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Manager as Coach (Part One)
August 22, 2023 20:00 - 12 minutes - 8.73 MBProgram Description: In this episode, Jim Dickson, Senior Consultant and Executive Coach at Equis Consulting shares his impressions of Michael Bungay Stanier’s book The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Good, Right & Fair; A Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Conversation with Firouzeh Dittmar (Part Two)
November 29, 2022 15:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBProgram Description: In this episode, Firouzeh Dittmar, Regional Property Manager with Sheehan Property Management, shares her passion and purpose for creating a work environment where everyone can bring their authentic self. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Good, Right & Fair; A Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Conversation with Firouzeh Dittmar (Part One)
November 11, 2022 19:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBProgram Description: In this episode, Firouzeh Dittmar, Regional Property Manager with Sheehan Property Management, shares her passion and purpose for creating a work environment where everyone can bring their authentic self. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
How Is Your Company Positioned for “The Great Talent Reshuffle”? (Part Two)
October 14, 2022 16:00 - 12 minutes - 8.76 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guest, Michael Brode, Vice-President of Educational and Technical Services at the Property and Liability Resource Bureau (PLRB), as we discuss how PLRB supports the insurance industry and in particular the challenges associated with a changing workforce. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
How Is Your Company Positioned for “The Great Talent Reshuffle”? (Part One)
September 20, 2022 14:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guest, Michael Brode, Vice-President of Educational and Technical Services at the Property and Liability Resource Bureau (PLRB), as we discuss how PLRB supports the insurance industry and in particular the challenges associated with a changing workforce. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Does Your Company’s Vision Capture Its Heart & Soul? (Part Three)
July 26, 2022 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we conclude our conversation with Jamie Terry, Vice-President of Organizational Development at Mountain West Farm Bureau Insurance Company, as we discuss their journey to develop a vision that reflects the company’s heart and soul. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Does Your Company’s Vision Capture Its Heart & Soul? (Part Two)
July 13, 2022 20:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we continue our conversation with Jamie Terry, Vice-President of Organizational Development at Mountain West Farm Bureau Insurance Company, as we discuss their journey to develop a vision that reflects the company’s heart and soul. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Does Your Company's Vision Capture Its Heart and Soul? (Part One)
May 26, 2022 16:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guest, Jamie Terry, Vice-President of Organizational Development at Mountain West Farm Bureau Insurance Company, as we discuss their journey to develop a vision that reflects the company’s heart and soul. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Professional Development in a Hybrid Work World (Part Three)
April 06, 2022 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guest, Tyler Marker, Director of Marketing and Professional Development at Zidan Management Group, as we discuss how professional development has adapted to the ongoing pandemic and the evolving hybrid work world. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Professional Development in a Hybrid Work World (Part Two)
March 06, 2022 18:00 - 14 minutes - 9.86 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guest, Tyler Marker, Director of Marketing and Professional Development at Zidan Management Group, as we discuss how professional development has adapted to the ongoing pandemic and the evolving hybrid work world. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Professional Development in a Hybrid Work World (Part One)
February 03, 2022 19:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guest, Tyler Marker, Director of Marketing and Professional Development at Zidan Management Group, as we discuss how professional development has adapted to the ongoing pandemic and the evolving hybrid work world. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Lessons Learned in 2021 (Part Three)
January 06, 2022 20:00 - 8 minutes - 5.68 MBIn this episode, we reflect on all our great guests this year and what we have learned. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Lessons Learned in 2021 (Part Two)
November 29, 2021 17:00 - 10 minutes - 7.36 MBIn this episode, we reflect on all our great guests this year and what we have learned. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Lessons Learned in 2021 (Part One)
November 12, 2021 15:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we reflect on all our great guests this year and what we have learned. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Avoiding The Great Resignation: Creating Value for Your Employees
October 05, 2021 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.12 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear our guests, Christy Curry, Education Services Manager, and Chad Doerr, Leadership Training Consultant, from Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance discuss recent trends from our emerging workplace. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Development Strategies for Our Emerging Workplace
September 27, 2021 21:00 - 10 minutes - 7.22 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear our guests, Christy Curry, Education Services Manager, and Chad Doerr, Leadership Training Consultant, from Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance discuss new development strategies for our emerging workplace. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Our Shared Responsibility for Connection
September 16, 2021 20:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear our guests, Christy Curry, Education Services Manager, and Chad Doerr, Leadership Training Consultant, from Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance discuss our shared responsibility for staying connected and valuing each other in our evolving work culture. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
LAUNCH: A Career Development Strategy for Retaining Employees (Part Four)
August 31, 2021 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBProgram Description: In this final episode of a four-part series, we hear our guests, Kim Gibson, Program Director for Talent Strategies, Unum Group and Mary Atwood, HR Program Manager, Global Talent Strategy, Unum Group discuss their strategy for engaging and retaining employees through their innovative and highly successful career development approach. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the...
LAUNCH: A Career Development Strategy for Retaining Employees (Part Three)
August 11, 2021 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear our guests, Kim Gibson, Program Director for Talent Strategies, Unum Group and Mary Atwood, HR Program Manager, Global Talent Strategy, Unum Group discuss their strategy for engaging and retaining employees through their innovative and highly successful career development approach. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, ...
LAUNCH: A Career Development Strategy for Retaining Employees (Part Two)
July 20, 2021 19:00 - 12 minutes - 8.8 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear our guests, Kim Gibson, Program Director for Talent Strategies, Unum Group and Mary Atwood, HR Program Manager, Global Talent Strategy, Unum Group discuss their strategy for engaging and retaining employees through their innovative and highly successful career development approach. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, ...
LAUNCH: A Career Development Strategy for Retaining Employees (Part One)
July 20, 2021 19:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear our guests, Kim Gibson, Program Director for Talent Strategies, Unum Group and Mary Atwood, HR Program Manager, Global Talent Strategy, Unum Group discuss their strategy for engaging and retaining employees through their innovative and highly successful career development approach. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, ...
Back in the Office: An HR Perspective (Part Three)
May 17, 2021 19:00 - 10 minutes - 7.04 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guests, Christine Purdy, Director of Human Resources, Celina Insurance Group and Jamie Terry, Vice-President of Organizational Development, Mountain West Farm Bureau Insurance Company discuss how companies are ensuring the safe return of their employees to the office. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, emplo...
Back in the Office: An HR Perspective (Part Two)
May 17, 2021 19:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guests, Christine Purdy, Director of Human Resources, Celina Insurance Group and Jamie Terry, Vice-President of Organizational Development, Mountain West Farm Bureau Insurance Company discuss how companies are ensuring the safe return of their employees to the office. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, emplo...
Back in the Office: An HR Perspective (Part One)
April 30, 2021 21:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guests, Christine Purdy, Director of Human Resources, Celina Insurance Group and Jamie Terry, Vice-President of Organizational Development, Mountain West Farm Bureau Insurance Company discuss how companies are ensuring the safe return of their employees to the office. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, emplo...
Leading Remote Employees (Part Two)
March 12, 2021 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBProgram Description: In this second episode of a three-part series, we hear from our guest, Anne McMillan, Senior Director of Claims, Celina Insurance Group discuss her experience in leading remote employees. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Leading Remote Employees (Part Three)
March 12, 2021 22:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBProgram Description: In this last episode of our three-part series, we hear from our guest, Anne McMillan, Senior Director of Claims, Celina Insurance Group discuss her experience in leading remote employees. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Leading Remote Employees (Part One)
March 11, 2021 19:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBProgram Description: In this first episode of a three-part series, we hear from our guest, Anne McMillan, Senior Director of Claims, Celina Insurance Group discuss her experience in leading remote employees. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
As a Leader, What Should I Be Asking Myself?
January 23, 2021 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.27 MBProgram Description: In this first episode of our second season, we explore the importance of self-reflection and pose the question “As a leader, what should I be asking myself on a fairly routine basis?”
Leadership is the Conversation As a Leader, What Should I Be Asking Myself?
January 23, 2021 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.27 MBProgram Description: In this first episode of our second season, we explore the importance of self-reflection and pose the question “As a leader, what should I be asking myself on a fairly routine basis?”
Leadership is the Conversation The 2020 Path from Problem to Opportunity
December 21, 2020 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.17 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we close out 2020 by recognizing our clients’ creativity and resilience in developing their leaders. It is this atmosphere of commitment and creative problem solving that gives us hope as we look forward to 2021.
The 2020 Path from Problem to Opportunity
December 21, 2020 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.17 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we close out 2020 by recognizing our clients’ creativity and resilience in developing their leaders. It is this atmosphere of commitment and creative problem solving that gives us hope as we look forward to 2021.
Threading The Needle For Success
December 18, 2020 17:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we explore our definitions of training and development and why this distinction is important for leaders as they are challenged to deliver results and build relationships.
Leadership is the Conversation Threading The Needle For Success
December 18, 2020 17:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we explore our definitions of training and development and why this distinction is important for leaders as they are challenged to deliver results and build relationships.
Leadership is the Conversation (Part Two) How Do Successful Leaders Encourage Innovation?
November 13, 2020 16:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guest, Karen Bradbury, Vice-President of Learning and Development, Unum Group discuss “psychological safety” and “vulnerability” as key components for promoting innovation inside the corporate culture. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
How Do Successful Leaders Encourage Innovation? (Part Two)
November 13, 2020 16:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guest, Karen Bradbury, Vice-President of Learning and Development, Unum Group discuss “psychological safety” and “vulnerability” as key components for promoting innovation inside the corporate culture. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Leadership is the Conversation: How Do Successful Leaders Encourage Innovation?
November 02, 2020 19:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guest, Karen Bradbury, Vice-President of Learning and Development, Unum Group on defining and promoting innovation inside the corporate culture. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
How Do Successful Leaders Encourage Innovation? (Part One)
November 02, 2020 19:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we hear from our guest, Karen Bradbury, Vice-President of Learning and Development, Unum Group on defining and promoting innovation inside the corporate culture. Please note that all views expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization, employer, or group.
Leadership is the Conversation (Part Five) How Does My Company Benefit From Coaching?
October 01, 2020 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we continue the coaching conversation with two high-performing sales professionals. Listen as we explore the broader benefits of executive coaching to the organization.
Leadership is the Conversation (Part Four) How Do I Benefit From Coaching?
October 01, 2020 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we invite you into the coaching conversation with two high-performing sales professionals. Learn from their experience in selecting and working with an executive coach.
How Do I Benefit From Coaching? (Coaching Series Part Four)
October 01, 2020 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we invite you into the coaching conversation with two high-performing sales professionals. Learn from their experience in selecting and working with an executive coach.
How Does My Company Benefit From Coaching? (Coaching Series Part Five)
October 01, 2020 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBProgram Description: In this episode, we continue the coaching conversation with two high-performing sales professionals. Listen as we explore the broader benefits of executive coaching to the organization.
When Does A Coach Need A Coach? (Coaching Series Part Three)
September 02, 2020 16:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBIn our previous podcast we explored the question - When Do I Need a Coach? In this episode we ask our coaches the same question. Listen to find out what our coaches look for when selecting their own coaches.
Leadership is the Conversation (Part Three) When Does A Coach Need A Coach?
September 02, 2020 16:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBIn our previous podcast we explored the question - When Do I Need a Coach? In this episode we ask our coaches the same question. Listen to find out what our coaches look for when selecting their own coaches.
Leadership is the Conversation (Part Two) When Do I Need A Coach?
July 31, 2020 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBIn our previous podcast we explored assessments as a baseline for opening the coaching conversation and addressing the question - Where Am I Still Struggling? In this episode we continue that conversation and explore the next question in a leader’s development journey - When Do I Need a Coach?
When Do I Need A Coach? (Coaching Series Part Two)
July 31, 2020 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBIn our previous podcast we explored assessments as a baseline for opening the coaching conversation and addressing the question - Where Am I Still Struggling? In this episode we continue that conversation and explore the next question in a leader’s development journey - When Do I Need a Coach?
Where Am I Still Struggling? (Coaching Series Part One)
July 17, 2020 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBIn our previous podcast we explored the importance of having an outside resource for your professional development. This week we’ll discuss assessments as a baseline for opening the coaching conversation and moving your development forward.
Leadership is the Conversation (Part One) Where Am I Still Struggling?
July 17, 2020 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBIn our previous podcast we explored the importance of having an outside resource for your professional development. This week we’ll discuss assessments as a baseline for opening the coaching conversation and moving your development forward.
Leadership is the Conversation
June 24, 2020 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBOur topic today is “Leadership is the Conversation.” We’ll explore what this phrase means to us and why creating space for “intentional” conversations is crucial to developing your leadership brand.