The People Gardener Podcast with Rhonda Delaney

Rhonda Delaney ~ Leaders Grow First

Reading Recommendation for Growth It Takes What it Takes  Crucial Conversations Everyone Matters Podcast Recommendation for Growth Master your Mindset - Collin Henderson Emotional Optimism - Claude Silver Impact Theory - Tom Bilyeu The Heather Sager Show - My speaking Coach!! The Happiness Lab Work Life - Adam Grant

Randy McNeely - The KINDNESS Hardskill

Rhonda Delaney ~ Cut it OFF!

Lolita Walker ~ LEADing Up, Down and All Around

4 Strategies to LEAD differently and more intently 1. Layer your leadership 2. Educate & empower 3. Act in your strengths 4. Delegate & Disappear

Rhonda Delaney ~ Is Your Door Really Open?

As I was doing some research on the open door policy, I was really intrigued. It actually started back in the  1899, 1900.  And the intention was to protect the rights of all countries to trade equally with China. And confirming multinational acknowledgement of China. So looking at open door policy. And thinking about it in our work context. It's preserving the rights of each employee. Being able to communicate with somebody in leadership.  Doesn't matter whether it's their direct leader, ...

Nisha Kunder ~ How taking care of your well-being helps you be a better leader

High-performers can have it all. There is a way to find work-life balance so they can be better leaders both personally and professionally. 3 wellness makers to focus on: 1. Your Sleep quality 2. Your energy levels throughout the day 3. your digestion Common misconceptions and how to change them to improve in these 3 areas

Rhonda Delaney ~ Perspective - Invite it, Embrace it, Share it

Henna Pryor ~ Persuasion and Influence in Modern Business to Skyrocket Performance

Persuasion/influence broken down in bite size pieces with actionable steps 1. The Loss Frame  2. The Opportunity Frame 3. The Experience Frame

Rhonda Delaney ~ RED ALERT - Tank Empty

Teresa Quinlan ~ Paint the Picture of Behaviour: Emotionally Intelligent Job Postings

Rhonda Delaney ~ Leadership is SIMPLE!

Leadership is SIMPLE! S afe I ntentional M aximized P eople L oving E nvironment

Gavriella Schuster ~ BeCOME an ally, building an inclusive environment

Gavriella is the Corporate Vice President of the Microsoft Commercial Partner team leading a global portfolio of channel partners that has influenced over $1 trillion in ecosystem revenues through Microsoft's fastest growing ecosystem. She has over 30 years of leadership in digital and cloud transformation roles, driving strategy and execution spanning all aspects of business model and product development, launch, marketing, sales and partner development. As a builder and change agent, she s...

Rhonda Delaney ~ Appreciation is Overrated...NOT!

Garry Turner ~ Lead as a Human, we have enough Robots already!

Everything that we seek to be a great leader comes from within. Yes we need external support to make the most of those gifts on occasion, but please start with going inside. Understand your beliefs, your stories, your dreams, your fears. 3 Simple Actionable Leadership Steps 1. practice your vulnerability muscle 2. intentionally seek to build a diverse network around you, it should represent the kaleidoscope of life and not the big tech algorithms! 3. give yourself grace. We all mistakes...

{REPLAY} Rhonda Delaney - Why I'm a People Gardener

{REPLAY} Rhonda Delaney - Why I'm a People Gardener

Paul McCarthy ~ Reinventing the future of leadership

Driven by the quest to discover what motivates people to do what they do, Paul thinks big, questions deeply, and strives to create the conditions for leaders of all levels to have courageous and honest conversations that build strong and healthy organizations.  Having worked within big firms in the UK and Canada, he brings global perspective to his work as well as real-world experience and straightforward guidance that informs and supports leaders and leadership teams to navigate opportunit...

Rhonda Delaney - Tending Your People Garden

Bob Burg ~ Influence and The Go-Giver Way

Give exceptional value. Enjoy extraordinary results. It is generally agreed upon that entrepreneurship is the engine that drives an economy upwards and is primarily responsible for its growth. Entrepreneurs create jobs, bring better and more affordable products and services to the marketplace, resulting in greater societal health, overall wealth and a vastly improved standard of living. And, while we treasure the entrepreneur, one needs not start their own business in order to be one. One c...

Rhonda Delaney ~ Make Dirt...Grow People!

Glenn Lundy ~ You're most comfortable in life right before death

Rhonda Delaney ~ Stormy Seas...NO PROBLEM, I'm Calm

Galen Emanuele! No Bullsh*t, how to actually create exceptional team culture

Rhonda Delaney ~ Their Energy needs YOUR Warmth & Light

Last week I posted a picture of a poor shriveled dahlia tuber that I didn't think had any life (energy) left in it. On the surface there was nothing that indicated it was viable. I made a decision to put it in some dirt, placed it on a heat mat and under some grow lights. How many times have you written someone off and proclaimed them as "unviable"? Incapable of growth or development? Before you relegate them to that position, share your Warmth & Light. Listen to this episode and find ...

Benjamin Warsinske ~ How Serious Play Leads to Radically Innovative Results

When it comes to leading teams, organizations are craving more creativity, collaboration, and clarity in communication. Yet, these same organizations are not providing an environment that empowers teams to do so in a psychologically safe way. Play is the catalyst and vehicle in which to spark creativity, encourage collaboration, and gain skills in communicating more clearly. Play matters in the workplace now, more than ever before. 3 Simple Actionable Leadership steps: 1. Add experiential...

Rhonda Delaney ~ Thrillers, Fillers & Spillers

Katherine Robertson ~ Lead, Think and Live Boldly

Lead, Think and Live Boldly Key takeaway from your episode? Be clear on who you are here to be, how to lead, and live life by design 3 Simple Actionable Leadership steps for the listener? Write a Testimonial to your self to read in 12 months time 1. Why is it important 2. What do you want to happen and changes do you need to make 3.. Who needs to be involved

Rhonda Delaney ~ Get out of the Weeds!

Libby Gill ~ The Hope-Driven Leader

The Hope-Driven Leader What's the key takeaway from your episode? Helping listeners learn about hope theory, or the science of hopefulness, and how it applies to making the workplace more compassionate and people-centric What are your 3 Simple Actionable Leadership steps for the listener? my 4-step process:  Clarify the Vision  Simplify the Pathway Execute the Plan Review, Reflect and Refine

Rhonda Delaney - Talent Management

Mark LeBusque ~ Effective Human Leadership Starts With Self

Effective Human Leadership Starts With Self In order to lead others in a human way you must first start with leading self 1. You are your biggest experiment - you must go first 2. Explore Your Part in the Mess - hold up the mirror 3. Hold Your Nerve - The Game of Human is a long game

Rhonda Delaney ~ Build Your Resume

Helen Robinett ~ It's time you Stepped UP and CLAIMED your place

Get clear on your internal dialogue. What are you telling yourself on a daily basis? Embrace your feminine leadership style in how you communicate and present Know your circle of influence and why it matters that you get this right

Rhonda Delaney ~ Perseverance, It's not HARD it's UNFAMILIAR

Mike Vacanti ~ Creating Believership in Yourself & Others

Mike believes, “It’s more than what we accomplish – it’s who we become along the journey!” His mission is to Lift Others, helping people discover their potential, embrace a growth mindset and achieve at inspired levels. Mike has transformed businesses and inspired people to perform at levels they didn’t think possible. Mike's known as a great listener and collaborative, creative problem solver. For generating speed and confidence through innovation and transformation. His current endeavors...

Rhonda Delaney ~ Don't Forget Kindness

Collin Henderson ~ Master Your Mindset

Studies show our 1st thought is negative about 80% of the time, BUT our 2nd, 3rd or 4th thoughts don't have to be. We CAN choose to change the course of our thinking. I love his enthusiastic BELIEF that we CAN be in control of our inner voice or wild thoughts. CHOICE! It takes intentional practice. It takes intentional conditioning. It takes intentional effort and willingness to do the work. Rituals and Affirmations are you friends. He recommends you put a reminder on your phone that...

Rhonda Delaney - Recognition: How, Where, When Matters

This week I chat about Recognition and delivering it in a meaningful way that resonates and brings joy and satisfaction.   How do you like to be recognized?   Public or Private?   Hoopla or Quiet Moment?   Generic or Personalized?   Just sayin, ya gotta know your audience and when it comes to recognition, your audience is THE HUMAN you're recognizing!   How, Where & When you recognize needs to be THE WAY they want to be recognized.   Sorry, but it just doesn't matter which way ...

Brett Cooper & Evans Kerrigan ~ Solving the People Problem

DISC-EQ Practical application of the DISC assessment to cultivate your EQ. Solving the People Problem is their new book. (order at www.solvingthepeopleproblem.com)

Rhonda Delaney ~ Get a Punching Bag...It may save your Life!

Andy Parks, Susan Peahl & Liz Fifield - Emotional Intelligence: Building Mindful Leaders

Emotional Intelligence training is a must for any future/emerging leader.  3 Simple Actionable Leadership steps 1. Identify Core Values and current level of satisfaction  2. Write YOUR legacy statement  3. Set specific goals to bring values into alignment and use them as a GPS 

Andy Parks, Susan Peahl & Liz Fifield - Emotional Intelligence: Building Mindful Leaders

Emotional Intelligence training is a must for any future/emerging leader.  3 Simple Actionable Leadership steps 1. Identify Core Values and current level of satisfaction  2. Write YOUR legacy statement  3. Set specific goals to bring values into alignment and use them as a GPS 

Diann Wingert - Working with ADHD

Diann Wingert is a mindset and productivity coach for female entrepreneurs who identify with the traits of ADHD, officially diagnosed or not. During her 20-year career as a licensed psychotherapist, Diann saw many brilliant and ambitious women struggle with unidentified ADHD, including Diann herself.  Since her own mid-life diagnosis, she now mentors women who are “driven but distracted” to overcome procrastination, perfectionism, and people-pleasing so they can craft a life they love.  ADH...

Rhonda Delaney ~ Growth...what does it look like, feel & sound like

Rhonda Delaney ~ Simple does NOT equal Insignificant

Dave Carroll ~ It's ALL about the Peeps!

It's ALL about the Peeps!  What's the key takeaway from this episode?  No matter what industry or niche you are in, and regardless of your job title or responsibilities your top takeaway regarding learning, productivity and success is people.  3 Simple Actionable Leadership Steps  ~ Let others around you feel it; look them in the eyes and smile!  ~ Slow down to listen...and then ask good deep questions. Don't be afraid to write down what you learn.  ~ Leadership is a game of "give and ...

Rhonda Delaney ~ Watch for my Signal!

On this week's episode of Leadership Simplified we chat about "Signaling". What is it? Why should you care? Our non verbal communication is often overlooked however it can pack a pretty big punch. Sometimes positive, sometimes negative. Signal inclusion NOT exclusion. Signal openness NOT judgement. Signal honesty NOT deceit. Signal kindness NOT animosity. Mindfulness of both verbal and nonverbal communication is essential to belonging, collaboration and community.

Rhonda Delaney ~ President & CEO of Your Desk

Sam Leibowitz ~ You are More Powerful than you Know

You are more powerful than you know * Our stories are changeable * A simple shift in perspective can change everything * Our focus determines our outcome 1. If your story is not serving you, change it 2. Everything can serve you in some way 3. Keeping our eye on where we want to go is the surest way to get there

Rhonda Delaney ~ LOVE in the Workplace

When you think of someone who loves you as you are, what is it that you feel? What descriptors go through your head about them and your relationship? Here’s a few that come to mind for me, Warmth Like I’ve been hugged Thankful Grateful Strengthened At home At peace Believed in Effective leaders LOVE their people.  They love them as they are, where they are and how they are. They work towards growing their strengths and accepting their limitations. Transformational leaders make sure their...