Meeting Leadership Podcast
134 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratings• Where can I find practical and inspiring leadership skills training?
• How can I learn how to run more effective meetings?
These are just a few of the questions that leadership coach, Gordon Sheppard, tackles on the Meeting Leadership Podcast.
In addition to learning from outstanding guests and getting practical worksheets, each five-minute episode is built to help you take action right away with useful strategies to help you and your team become more productive.
Gord’s approach is honest and straightforward.
• Thinking about the best way to implement your organization strategy?
• Want to inspire your team?
• Need help with solving a conflict during your meetings?
Find out why so many Professionals turn to Gordon Sheppard for inspiration and guidance to help them grow their leadership skills and learn how to run highly effective meetings.
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Episodes
MLP 156: Leadership Lessons From Canada’s 2nd Female Firefighter with Shirley Benson
May 25, 2020 07:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBLeadership starts on day 1! This is just one massive piece of leadership wisdom that you are going to get as you listen to episode #156 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! That’s because you’re going to learn ‘Leadership Lessons From Canada’s 2nd Femail Firefighter’ and our guest is Shirley Benson. In this episode you’ll learn: Why it is so important to learn how to take direction as a young leader The critical significance of concise communication How to keep up mo...
MLP 155: Leadership Lessons From An Experienced City Manager with Jeff Fielding
April 24, 2020 07:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBIf you are looking for inspiration from a leader who has dedicated his 40+ year career to serving the public at the highest level, then you’re going to really enjoy episode #155 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! That’s because this episode features an insightful interview with Jeff Fielding, the Chief of Staff for the City of Toronto, and an experienced City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer. In this episode you’ll learn: Why is it critical for leaders to learn how t...
MLP 154: Powerful Questions That Every Leader Should Ask with Natalie Michael
April 09, 2020 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBIf you’re a leader who understands that a good question has the power to transform reality, then you’re going to get a lot out of episode #154 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we are interviewing Natalie Michael, an experienced Executive Coach and CEO Forum Chair. Natalie is also the Author of ‘The Duck And The Butterfly: Coaching Questions For Leaders At Work’. And on today’s show she helps us gain a ton of insights into how leaders can get the most out of a gre...
MLP 153: How Women Can Improve Their Leadership Skills In Corporate Boardrooms with Deborah Rosati
March 27, 2020 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBIn 2020 the percentage of women represented on corporate boards in Canada is 18.1%. Not only does this lack of diversity lead to less effective decision making, but the lack of female representation discourages many women from even considering the possibility of becoming board members. But if you want to meet the woman who has made it her own social purpose in life to turn this situation around, then you’re going to get a lot out of episode #153 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast....
MLP 152: How New Immigrants Can Grow Their Leadership Skills with Doug Piquette
March 13, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBNew immigrants are the backbone of growth for many countries. But how do you help these highly skilled people to develop quickly, especially in the area of leadership, so they can be successful. Well fortunately on today’s episode of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we’re interviewing Doug Piquette to learn about ‘How New Immigrants Can Grow Their Leadership Skills’. In episode #152 you’ll learn: The importance of recognizing that new immigrants are risk takers, which is a fundamental ...
MLP 151: How Fundraising Leaders Can Grow Their Skills with Mike House
March 06, 2020 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBIf you want to learn from an inspired leader who helps to raise 100s of millions of dollars to help sick children get better, then you’re going to really enjoy listening to episode #151 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we’re interviewing Mike House, the President and CEO of the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation. In this episode you’ll learn from Mike about: The importance of storytelling when it comes to fundraising How Mike removed some of his own limiting beli...
MLP 150: How Alberta Women Entrepreneurs Develops Leaders with Marcela Mandeville
February 26, 2020 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBAre you a female entrepreneur who wants to build a community so you can grow your confidence, realize your true power and be authentic? Then you are going to get a lot out of episode #150 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we are interviewing Marcela Mandeville, the CEO of Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE). AWE is dedicated to helping women entrepreneurs succeed in a variety of ways, and Marcela is their passionate leader who has the experience and passion to help this o...
MLP 149: How Project Managers Can Become Effective Leaders with Elizabeth Harrin
February 19, 2020 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBAs a leader, are you looking for inspiration when it comes to running projects? Well then you’re going to get a lot out of episode #149 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast titled, ‘How Project Managers Can Become Effective Leaders’. On this episode we interview Project Management expert Elizabeth Harrin as she breaks down the jargon and helps us all to understand how to really get things done when it comes to leading large scale projects. In this episode you’ll learn: Why demystifying j...
MLP 148: How Go Productivity Helps Businesses To Grow with Caitlin Lopez
February 13, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBDo you want your organization to become more productive? If so, you’re going to really enjoy episode #148 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we’re interviewing productivity expert Caitlin Lopez, and she is going to help you learn how to apply key leadership concepts based on the Lean Six Sigma approach. In this episode you’ll also learn about: GO Productivity - an outstanding organization that works with small to medium sized businesses to help them improve their overal...
MLP 147: How Inspired Branding Can Grow Your Organization with James Morrissey
February 06, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBAre you a leader who is ready to transform your company culture? Then you’re going to get a lot out of episode 147 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we are interviewing branding expert, James Morrissey. Now not only is James the principal of the Met Agency, he also a groundbreaking practitioner who helps leaders to truly understand the value of real branding. In this episode James will help you learn how to: Identify the ‘4 parts of a brand’ and also help you to take a...
MLP 146: How Business Leaders Can Get What They Are Worth with Denise Liebetrau
January 29, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBDo you truly understand what you are worth? Are you getting the right level of compensation at work? If you want to learn how to understand your real value, and also learn how to ask your boss for the right level of pay, then you’re going to really enjoy episode #146 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we are interviewing Human Resources expert, Denise Liebetrau. With more than 25 years of experience at Fortune 500 companies, Denise is on a mission to help business leade...
MLP 145: How Leaders Can Build Strong Relationships with Mike Mack
January 21, 2020 08:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBIf you want to understand the true value of investing in long term business relationships then you’re going to really enjoy episode 145 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we’re interviewing Mike Mack, a high impact Management Consultant who has helped large and medium sized enterprises grow their value. Mike’s approach with his clients is to ensure that they set a solid communication foundation, and then make sure that they provide great service. Mike is also the Author of...
MLP 144: How Every Leader Can Take ACTION with Leanne Brownoff
January 14, 2020 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBAs a leader, are you ready to learn how to take ACTION effectively? If you want to learn a proven structure for organizational success then listen to episode #144 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! In this episode we interview Leanne Brownoff, a successful Business Coach and Author who ensures that all of her clients follow a measured approach as they move forward. In this episode you’re going to learn ‘How Every Leader Can Take ACTION’. Some of the key takeaways you’ll learn include...
MLP 143: How To Unleash Your True Leadership Potential with Jeff Nischwitz
January 07, 2020 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBAs a leader, are you living up to your true potential? Well get ready to take it up a notch as you listen to episode #143 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! That’s because we’re interviewing leadership expert Jeff Nischwitz, a passionate Author, Speaker and a man on a mission to help all of us improve the way we approach leadership. In this episode you’re going to learn ‘How To Unleash Your True Leadership Potential’. Some of the key takeaways in this interview include: Leadership i...
MLP 142: How Leaders Can Build A Remarkable Brand with Luiza Campos
December 31, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBWhether you want to deal with it or not, you’re going to have to deal with branding. To be effective as a leader you have to develop an inspiring personal brand. And then, to lead a successful organization, you have to develop a powerful brand that your customers will love in the long run. So if you’re ready to learn ‘How Leaders Can Build A Remarkable Brand’ then you’re going to enjoy listening to episode #142 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we interview brand stra...
MLP 141: How To Level Up Your Leadership Skills with Chelsey Reschke
December 24, 2019 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MBWhen it comes to leadership, are you ready to take to the Olympic level? If so, then you’re going to really enjoy listening to episode #141 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because our guest on this episode is Chelsey Reschke, an energy sector advocate who has built up a substantial resume, not only as a successful entrepreneur, but now working for a global engineering firm as well. In this interview Chelsey shares some of her best leadership suggestions including: How leader...
MLP 140: How The Certified Association Executive (CAE) Program Builds Great Leaders With Danielle Lamothe
December 17, 2019 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBIf you are in a leadership role, especially if you run an Association, then you’re going to get a lot out of this episode. Because on episode you’re going to learn How The Certified Association Executive (CAE) Program Builds Great Leaders. And to help us learn all about this, we are fortunate to have Danielle Lamothe as our guest. Danielle the Vice President of Learning Innovation for the Canadian Society of Association Executive (CSAE), and in this interview she gives wonderful insights...
MLP 139: 5 Reasons Why The 50-Minute Meeting Will Grow Your Business
December 12, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutes - 9.47 MBAre your meetings too long? Do you want to make them shorter and more efficient? Then listen to ep #139 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast and learn 5 Reasons Why The 50-Minute Meeting Will Grow Your Business. In this episode you’ll get inspired to: Ask ‘Why do we always have to have a one-hour meeting’? Figure out how to fit in a bathroom break between back-to-back meetings Take an honest look at how productive your meetings could be and more And once you make this change, then y...
MLP 138: Why All Leaders Need To Be Authentic with Dean Joseph Doucet, University of Alberta
December 10, 2019 08:00 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBThis week our guest is Dean Joseph Doucet who leads the Alberta School of Business at the University of Alberta. Not only does Joseph have to lead 100s of staff and thousands of students, but he is also the board chair for Edmonton Economic Development. He has multiple decades of experience as an academic and he has also worked in private industry as well. So when it comes to leadership, Joseph has a wide variety of experience and he doesn’t hold back as he shares his best leadership sug...
MLP 137: Meeting Leadership Exercises: The Zoom In And Zoom Out Facilitation Technique
December 05, 2019 08:00 - 9 minutes - 8.38 MBDo you want to become a more effective meeting facilitator? Then listen to ep #137 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast and learn the Zoom-In, Zoom-Out technique. The Zoom-In, Zoom-Out technique takes its inspiration from cameras that have a zoom lens that you can use to either get close to see the details in a picture, or you can zoom-out to take in the whole view. In meetings, if someone is going into too much detail about a subject, then you can stop them for a moment and ‘zoom-out’ to...
MLP 136: Why Leaders Need To Slow Down, Think Creatively, and Make Better Decisions with Dan Pontefract
December 03, 2019 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBIf you are a leader who wants to understand that doing more with less is madness, then you’re going to get a lot out of this episode on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. That’s because we’re interviewing expert Dan Pontefract, a CEO, Author, Educator and Change Maker who helps organizations to improve the state of their leadership and culture. In episode #136 you’re going to learn ‘Why Leaders Need To Slow Down, Think Creatively, and Make Better Decisions’. Some of the key takeaways in t...
MLP 135: 10 Reasons Why Effective Meetings Will Grow Your Business
November 28, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutes - 10 MBAre you a leader who wants even more motivation to help you build highly productive meetings? Then listen to episode #135 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! In this episode you’ll learn '10 Reasons Why Effective Meetings Will Grow Your Business'. You'll find out why improving meeting productivity will help your business to become more profitable, help to retain your best staff, move your organization strategy forward and more! And if you want to start this conversation with your team...
MLP 134: Why Leaders Need Empathy, Courage and Self-Sacrifice with Justin Yaassoub
November 26, 2019 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBLeadership is a choice. And if you want to shift your mindset about this important idea, then listen to episode #134 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. In this episode we interview Justin Yaassoub, an expert leadership coach who has also won the Bravery Medal for his military service. Not only does Justin share his personal experience, but he also conveys the importance of why leaders need empathy, courage and self-sacrifice. It is a must-listen episode that will immediately help you t...
MLP 133: Why Meeting Preparation Is Critical For Profitability And Teamwork
November 21, 2019 08:00 - 8 minutes - 7.34 MBAre you a leader who is looking for some motivation when it comes to getting ready for a meeting? Then listen to episode #133 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! In this episode you’ll find out how proper meeting preparation can actually make your organization more profitable, as well as improve staff retention and overall satisfaction. For more information or a full transcript of episode 133, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/133
MLP 132: How Disney Develops Outstanding Leaders with Dan Cockerell
November 19, 2019 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBIf you’re looking for best practices when it comes to leadership, then look no further than how Disney trains its staff. With over 50 million visitors per year their various theme parks as well as 74,000 employees, Disney provides the structure and training to build outstanding leaders. And that’s why we are interviewing Dan Cockerell on episode #132 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. Dan work for Disney for 26 years and now he does high level presentations and training all around the wo...
MLP 131: Inspiring Leadership Quotes That Can Help You Improve Your Meetings
November 14, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutes - 9.53 MBAre you a leader who is looking for inspiration you can use to make your meetings significantly better? Then listen to episode #131 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast! In this episode you’ll hear 5 wise quotes and how you can learn from them and take action when it comes to creating a higher level of accountability in your meetings. For more information or a full transcript of episode 131, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/131
MLP 130: Why Leaders Need To Be Aware Of Unconscious Bias with Leo Wong from MacEwan University
November 12, 2019 08:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBAs a leader, have you taken the time to become fully aware of your own attitudes? For example, do you stereotype the people you work with, as in: All accountants are boring All sales people dress well All bankers are evil etc. If this is happening and you don’t even realize it, then it may be time to learn about your own ‘unconscious bias’. And in episode #130 on the Meeting Leadership Podcast we are fortunate to have expert Leo Wong to help us all learn about our own unconscious b...
MLP 129: Say Goodbye To The Mass Email And Say Hello To Effective Meeting Follow-Up
November 06, 2019 08:00 - 6 minutes - 6.06 MBSending out meeting follow-ups shouldn’t feel like an exercise in futility. If you’re experiencing this obstacle, you may need to examine your follow-up process for holes. Good follow-ups can lead to faster feedback, deeper trust, and better speed-to-market for your products or services. In MLP 129, I discuss why it’s important to use different ways to communicate during follow-ups so you can get better feedback. For more information or a transcript of MLP 129, visit: https://meeting...
MLP 128: Inspiring Leadership Stories with Belinda Panganiban from Macewan University
November 05, 2019 08:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBA great mentor is an invaluable asset for all walks of life, but especially for business leaders. We all have needed a helping hand at some point in our lives, someone to push us in the right direction or warn us off the wrong one. In MLP 128, Belinda Panganiban recalls times when she was inspired, and shares with us how she paid it forward by becoming an inspiration to others. For more information or a transcript of MLP 128, visit: https://meetingleadership.com/128
MLP 127: Beyond Your Pay: Why Meeting Leaders Should Have An Inspiration Registry
November 04, 2019 08:00 - 8 minutes - 7.54 MBMeeting rooms are more than just places to share ideas and decide the direction of your company. They can be used to motivate, inspire and invest in your employees. Since your meetings should include the most impactful members of your organization, they’re the ideal venue to spread enthusiasm for your vision. Episode 127 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast covers the ins and outs of inspirational registries. With these you can keep track of the inspiring actions that affect your team fo...
MLP 126: Customer Outcomes: Why Leaders Must Make Every Business Meeting Count
November 03, 2019 07:00 - 5 minutes - 5.14 MBMeetings are a great platform to practice your approach in the ‘real world’. For businesses that serve the public, it’s especially useful for sharpening your people skills with less risk. Making every meeting count also sets a diligent tone among your team. Episode 126 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast explains why every business meeting matters, and how you can take advantage of them. For more information or a transcript of MLP 126, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/126.
MLP 125: Inspiring Leadership Stories With Elise Keith from Lucid Meetings
November 02, 2019 07:00 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB“When you learn how to open a meeting well--how to frame it, how to ask the right questions--you can radically change what happens in that room” -- Elise Keith This quote is one of many jewels expressed by Lucid’s Elise Keith about how to conduct meetings in MLP 125. We go beyond that to discuss inspiration stories in the corporate sector. As we’ve come to learn in her previous visits (see links section), Elise always has a deep perspective on things many of us overlook. For more inf...
MLP 124: Effective Meetings: Why Standardizing The Process Of Business Meetings Is Highly Profitable
November 01, 2019 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.89 MBThe biggest breakthroughs in business usually come from the confines of a meeting. As facilitators and meeting leaders, we try to squeeze that orange for all its worth. Only experience teaches us how to remove the pulp to reach innovation. We discuss how to do that in episode 124 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast. Along with the reasons why you should standardize your meetings, we also provide a few strategies to get you started. For more information or a transcript of MLP 124, vis...
MLP 123: How An Agenda Editor Can Help You Lead More Effective Meetings
October 31, 2019 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.99 MBThe world’s best ideas may start in a single mind, but they are almost always executed through teams. We sometimes avoid seeking help for arbitrary reasons like pride and the need for control. These traits usually do more harm than good, and it’s not different with meetings. In episode 123 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we cover the reasons why a second set of eyes on your agenda is the way to go. For more information or a transcript of our interview in MLP 123, visit: https://me...
MLP 122: Why Leaders Need To Fail Faster So They Can Have Better Meetings
October 30, 2019 07:00 - 5 minutes - 5.46 MBFiguring out what works for your company’s meetings is a process, and there will likely be mistakes along the way. A savvy facilitator will be able to convert those mistakes into experience. The meeting room is a place where you can work out processes to use in a larger scale in an organization. In MLP 122, you will learn how failing faster can lead to higher productivity, as well as the invaluable experience that can only be gained through a bit of trial-and-error. For more informa...
MLP 121: Why Leaders Should Be Open-Minded with Belinda Panganiban from Macewan University
October 29, 2019 07:00 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBMost employees have a hard time buying into close-minded leaders. While respecting the rules is important to maintain the structure needed to run a business, being too adamant about them can be a negative. In episode 121 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we welcome back Belinda Panganiban from MacEwan. She’s here to help us become more open-minded in our approach, and make ourselves more relatable to our employees. For more information or a transcript of MLP 121, visit: https://me...
MLP 120: Inspiring Leadership Stories with Christian Zierleyn from Yabbu
October 28, 2019 07:00 - 11 minutes - 11 MBImagine a world where every meeting was poignant, helped build the team, and wasted no one’s time. Many accept that their meetings are a necessary time sink, and abandon trying to create the ideal meetings for their teams. The impact of meetings on business processes means this is a grave mistake. Fortunately, we have access to experts and meeting innovators like Christian Zierleyn from Yabbu. In episode 120 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, Christian lets us in on what inspires him an...
MLP 119: Pay It Forward: Why Experienced Meeting Leaders Help Others
October 27, 2019 07:00 - 5 minutes - 5.08 MBPaying it forward in business is more than just altruism; it’s an act that makes everyone’s life easier. Sharing knowledge among your peers and community makes both groups stronger. The more knowledgeable people are around you, the more able you are to operate within that environment. Episode 119 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast explores ways you can pay it forward and why you should. For more information or a transcript of MLP 119, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/119
MLP 118: Why Leadership And Motivation Is Not About A Paycheck
October 26, 2019 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.8 MBMoney is a good incentive, but it’s not the end-all of why people get out of bed in the morning. Some want to be inspired by the work they do, and to follow leaders who want them to grow. They also look to the facilitator to help avoid the lulls that occur from repetition. Follow episode 118 to gain insight into the type of mindset you’ll need to be that inspiring leader. Also, be sure to check the links section for a few episodes in our Inspiring Leadership Stories series. For more ...
MLP 117: How The Successful Meetings Quickstart Program Can Help You Grow with Elise Keith from Lucid Meetings
October 25, 2019 07:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBBad meetings leave team members disengaged with the company vision, wasting everyone’s time in the process. Getting adult professionals to adjust their behaviors is no small task. The Successful Meetings Quickstart Program by Lucid Meetings is a great way to get your team more involved. In episode 117 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we invite Elise Keith of Lucid meetings to expand on the value of her Successful Meeting Quickstart Program. For more information or a full transcript o...
MLP 116: Inspiring Leadership Stories with Derek Pando from Zoom
October 24, 2019 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBSometimes inspiration is a direct result of humility combined with a willingness to learn. Seeking mentors with lots of credentials and a big reputation for inspiration is not a bad idea. You can find plenty of motivation looking at less obvious sources as well. In episode 116 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we welcome back Derek Pando of Zoom Communications. He speaks on the subject of finding inspiration in unlikely places, and much more. For more information or a transcript of ...
MLP 115: Stop The Meeting Madness: Cut Out Your Worst Meetings Today
October 23, 2019 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.97 MBHow many meetings is too many? It’s a question we ask often on the Meeting Leadership Podcast. We ask because holding too many meetings can lead to employee burnout if the actual workloads are heavy. In episode 115, we explain why you should cut unnecessary meetings and move toward quality over quantity. A quick 3-step process is a roadmap to follow as you eliminate bad meetings. For more information or a transcript of MLP 115, visit: https://meetingleadershipinc.com/115
MLP 114: How To Get Buy In From Employees with Belinda Panganiban from MacEwan University
October 22, 2019 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.67 MBBefore success stories can happen in business, a team of individuals must collectively buy into a vision. While avoiding heavy-handed gestures and forced bonding, simple acts can change the culture of your company. Consistently investing in team members and treating them with respect is a great start. Belinda Panganiban of MacEwan University joins us in MLP 114, to explain how you can promote the all-important buy-in with intentional actions. For more information or a transcript of ML...
MLP 113: How To Lead Productive Start-Up Meetings with Christian Zierleyn from Yabbu
October 21, 2019 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBA lot of what we teach here is about a simple philosophy: be intentional about the process of meetings. This same philosophy is shared by the creator of Yabbu, Christian Zierleyn. We sit down in episode 113 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast to discuss the finer points with Christian. We discuss how each meeting is a process that can be improved, which can in turn be used to improve all business processes. For more information or a full transcript of our interview in episode 113, v...
MLP 112: Meeting Leadership Mindset: Why You Should Value All Personality Types In Meetings
October 20, 2019 07:00 - 6 minutes - 6.11 MBBalancing out the personalities in a meeting room puts more focus on your company’s goals and strategic vision. To balance the different personality types, though, you must first understand those you’ll likely encounter at any given meeting. Then, you can find ways to counter their weaknesses while highlighting their strengths. Episode 112 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast identifies the most common personality types, from the ‘big picture’ person to the quiet introvert. For more in...
MLP 111: 7 Ways To Create An Exciting Team Meeting Agenda
October 19, 2019 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.34 MBAs leaders, getting everyone onboard the company’s strategic vision is part of our ongoing mission. Generating excitement in the agenda itself is another way to rally the troops and get that bonus motivation. In episode 111 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast, we provide 7 ways you can generate excitement using the meeting’s agenda: Include inspirational quotes that are connected to the goal Include new project announcements that are directly related to the meeting’s outcome List indi...
MLP 110: How Lucid Provides A Systematic Approach For Highly Effective Meetings with Elise Keith
October 18, 2019 07:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBFor every reason we have to celebrate growth, there comes a potential challenge we must face to keep our position. Most startups and growing companies will face questions over which systems to employ, which often leads to more questions when these systems are based on software. Enter Elise Keith of Lucid Meetings, a software company that provides software, services, and resources for systematic meetings. We sit in episode 110 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast to discuss their invalua...
MLP 109: How To Lead Highly Productive Video Conferencing Meetings with Derek Pando from Zoom
October 17, 2019 07:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBVideo conferencing is a way to allow your team members attend meetings that matter, regardless of their location. This type of flexible scheduling leads directly to more efficiency, since there is less need to state every point again and again for different audiences. Zoom helps meeting leaders accomplish meeting schedule flexibility. In MLP 109, we meet with company head Derek Pando to discuss how his video conferencing software can change the way you schedule meetings. For more inf...
MLP 108: Meeting Leadership Exercises: The 'You Be Me And I'll Be You' Self-Awareness Technique
October 16, 2019 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.68 MBSomething as simple as the golden rule can change the way you conduct meetings. The ‘You be me, I’ll be you’ exercise builds on the idea that understanding a coworkers actions and the reasons behind them helps build teamwork. It’s not unlike the same lessons we learned as kids with more complex dynamics. Episode 108 of the meeting leadership podcast continues our Meeting Leadership exercises, where you can get an example of how to instill this at your meetings. For more information o...
MLP 107: Inspiring Leadership Stories with Karmen Masson
October 15, 2019 07:00 - 9 minutes - 9.09 MBInspiration does include grand speeches and epic gestures, but sometimes it comes from simplicity. As we seek to provide more ways for you to motivate yourself and others, we continue our Inspiring Leadership Stories episodes with Karmen Masson. Karmen is a Certified Executive Coach and a consultant willing to lend us her expertise in episode 107 of the Meeting Leadership Podcast. She talks about what inspires her to inspire others. For more information or a transcript of episode 107,...