In this episode, I discuss how to manage older or more experienced employees. There is nothing more scary than stepping into a leadership situation like this. I share how to lead with confidence, avoid common mistakes, and implement effective strategies for success.

Timestamps:

00:50 - Austin Update

03:10 - Listener Q & A: Your questions, our answers.

04:19 - Why Discuss Managing Older/More Experienced Employees: The challenges of managing a more diverse team.

05:14 - Establish Your Core Values: What Will You Be Known For? Defining your leadership values and setting a strong example.

10:03 - Act The Part: Building confidence, maintaining professionalism, and avoiding behaviors that highlight your inexperience.

15:18 - Situational Leadership: Adapting your leadership style to meet the needs of each team member.

18:22 - Continuous Learning and Feedback: Emphasizing the importance of learning from your team and consistently seeking and giving feedback.

21:48 - Get Out of Your Head: Overcoming self-doubt and focusing on effective leadership.

24:51 - Story Time: A time when I managed older/more experienced employees.

28:02 - Challenge For Listeners: Create your own set of personal core values:

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In this episode, I'm chatting about optimism. Discover how a positive mindset can transform every aspect of your life, from career success to personal well-being. I'll share practical strategies to cultivate optimism, balance positivity with realism, and how to leverage this mindset for leadership and resilience.

Timestamps:
00:25 - Austin Update

03:23 - Listener Q & A: Your questions, our answers.

04:21 - Why Discuss Optimism: The impact of positivity on success.

05:24 - Optimism Benefits: The obvious and unexpected perks of a positive mindset.

12:36 - How To Cultivate Optimism: Practical tips for tapping into positivity.

16:56 - Being A Pragmatic Optimist: Balancing positivity with realism.

19:36 - Optimistic Leadership: Using optimism to lead and inspire.

22:03 - Story Time: A story about optimism and how it helped my family.

24:27 - Challenge For Listeners: A call to action to incorporate optimism daily.

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• https://www.forbes.com/sites/carminegallo/2017/11/19/brain-science-reveals-the-striking-power-of-optimism/

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In this episode, I want to chat about insecure people at work. Chances are you work with or for someone who is dealing with insecurity. I'll share how to spot insecurity, how to work with insecure folks, and how to deal with insecurity when it pops up.



Timestamps

00:35 - Austin Update:

02:37 - Listener Q & A: Should you apply for a job if you don't meet all requirements?

4:49 - Why Discuss Insecure People: They are everywhere.

05:47 - Potential Root Causes of Insecurity: Understanding some of the most common reasons for insecurity.

6:44 - How To Spot Insecure People: Key indicators and patterns.

10:39 - How To Work With Insecure People: Practical advice for working with insecure coworkers.

15:58 - Insecure Leaders: Challenges and strategies for dealing with them.

21:31 - What To Do When You Feel Insecure: Tips to manage your insecurities. Hint: Insecurity is a feeling, not a description of yourself.

28:07 - Story Time: A story about an insecure colleague I worked with.

30:51 - Challenge For Listeners: Reflect on your workplace relationships and take action.

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In this episode, I chat with my friend and former competitor, Matt Holmes—a marketing and leadership pro and the creative director of Launchguide. Matt helps businesses launch and scale their brands with incredible success.

We go way back to our banking days, where Matt was the only person who ever made me feel competitive. Now, get ready to dive into his valuable insights on marketing, leadership, and more.

Timestamps

0:43 - How We Met: From competitors to collaborators and friends.

03:34 - Lightning Round: Five quick, fun, and wacky questions to get the creative juices flowing.

09:07 - Career/Entrepreneurship: Matt's rise through the corporate ranks and his journey to break the traditional mold.

35:47 - Launchguide: Discover Matt's marketing company, which focuses on helping brands launch and scale. As a former client, I can attest to the incredible value he and his team provide.

47:51 - Leadership: Matt's unique leadership style and impact on the corporate world.

53:49 - Background/Family: Growing up as an army brat, his love for cycling, homesteading, and content consumption.

01:09:25 - Challenge for Listeners: Instead of listing your goals, make a list of what scares you. This exercise will help you make significant breakthroughs and grow your confidence like never before.

Learn More About Launchguide & Matt

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattholmesmba/

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In this bonus episode, I’m breaking down the Harvard Business Review article "How To Talk To An Employee Who Isn't Meeting Expectations”. I'll share what I liked and didn't like and how I would approach this common leadership situation.

P.S. A new interview episode with Matt Holmes is dropping next week! You won't want to miss this one, folks,

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In this episode, we're chatting about the critical period of starting a new job or company: the first 90 days. Whether you're embarking on a new adventure in your career or transitioning to a different role, these initial months can set the tone for your success in the long run.

Join me as I share insights and proven strategies from navigating over a dozen jobs across three companies and two coasts. From learning and observing to securing early wins, this episode equips you with actionable tips for thriving in your first 90 days and beyond.

Timestamps:
00:38 - Austin Update

03:28 - Listener Q & A: Your questions, Our Answers.

05:43 - Why Discuss The First 90 Days: Explore the significance of the crucial initial period in a new role or company.

06:32 - Why The First 90 Days Matter: Understand the impact of the first 90 days on your long-term success and career trajectory.

08:10 - Month 1 (Learn & Observe): Dive into strategies for gathering information, understanding the company culture, and laying the groundwork for success in the first month.

15:40 - Month 2 (Creating A Plan/Execution): Learn how to translate your observations into actionable plans, set goals, and execute them effectively during the second month.

19:03 - Month 3 (Review & Adjust): Explore the importance of reflecting on your progress, seeking feedback, and making necessary adjustments in the third month.

21:18 - Mistakes: Learn to avoid common pitfalls during the first 90 days and navigate challenges effectively.

25:19 - Story Time: Im sharing a story about starting at a new company.

28:00 - Challenge For Listeners: Take action and apply the insights from the episode to your career journey.

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In this episode, I will share how to get promoted. I will break down the strategies, mindset, and tools I have used to move up the corporate ladder. With a track record of scoring promotions every year and a half throughout my 15-year career, I'm here to dish out the insider secrets that fueled my journey. Get ready to learn what I know.

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00:40 - Austin Update

02:16 - Listener Q & A: Your questions, our answers.

05:06 - Why Discuss How To Get Promoted: We all aspire to move up in our careers.

06:10 - Are You Ready: Assess your readiness for the next level with some tough questions.

11:15 - Determine Your Goal: Define the promotion you desire with clarity.

15:00 - My Proven Strategies To Get Promoted: Discover three effective tactics to advance your career.

30:40 - Understanding Your Company's Promotion Dynamics: Learn who holds the keys to advancement and when decisions are made.

35:20 - What To Do If You Aren't Getting Promoted: Strategies for navigating setbacks on the path to promotion.

39:40 - Story Time: Hear about one of my wife's coolest promotions.

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