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Karin Hurt and David Dye
How Leaders Make The Most of Complaints
You've got a clear focus on what matters most, and your team seems to work well together, but then you get a call. "Hey, I need to talk to you about a conflict, a disagreement, a clash of personalities." What you do next will reinforce your leadership and influence...
How to Give Difficult Feedback to Your Boss (Even When You’re Scared)
To Ensure Your Upward Feedback is Received Well, Start with Connection and Intention You have some difficult feedback for your boss, but you're not quite sure they're ready to hear it. It might feel safer to stay silent. After all, they can't shoot the messenger if...
A Minute to Think with Juliet Funt
How to reclaim your creativity, conquer busyness, do your best work, and be your best self If you feel like you're constantly reacting and don't have a moment to think about what you're doing, much less why you're doing it, this episode is for you. Juliet Funt...
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Karin Hurt and David Dye
Employee Complaints – 5 Questions to Ask
Treat employee complaints as an opportunity to build connection, confidence, and productivity. Your number one leadership job is to support your team to achieve its goals. Employee complaints give you an excellent opportunity to support your people, build their...
How I Learned the Importance of Being an Authentic Leader
How I Learned the Powerful Impact of Authenticity (the Hard Way) Did you ever THINK you show up as an authentic leader, but as it turned out, you were really screwing up? Yeah, me too. This is how I learned the importance of being an authentic leader the hard...
Courageous Questions: How to Make It Easier to Get Better Insights
If you want better insights, ask clearer questions. Particularly during times of uncertainty and change, one of the easiest ways to know what's really going on is to (1) get clarity about what you don't know and (2) ask your team some courageous questions....
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Asking For A Friend
Karin Hurt
How Can I Be a Better Listener (When I feel SO IMPATIENT)?
Be a Better Listener: "Time is the enemy of empathy." -Michael Reddington Hi Karin, I want to be a better listener. I do. But, I'm not sure it's in my nature. I get so impatient. It's not that I don't care. But, I'm busy. What advice can you give me to be a...
What Do You Like Most About Your Job? (With Video)
Your leadership highlight reel: Start by identifying what you like most about your job What do you like most about your job? When you reflect on your career (so far) what's the highlight reel? What are you most PROUD of in your leadership? What brings you JOY?...
How to Stop Destructive Workplace Competition (Asking For a Friend)
Set clear expectations to turn destructive workplace competition into healthy collaboration. What do you do when two of your (high-performing, high-potential direct reports) don't get along because they're competing for your job? This workplace competition is off...
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Asking For A Friend
Karin Hurt
How Can I Be a Better Listener (When I feel SO IMPATIENT)?
Be a Better Listener: "Time is the enemy of empathy." -Michael Reddington Hi Karin, I want to be a better listener. I do. But, I'm not sure it's in my nature. I get so impatient. It's not that I don't care. But, I'm busy. What advice can you give me to be a...
What Do You Like Most About Your Job? (With Video)
Your leadership highlight reel: Start by identifying what you like most about your job What do you like most about your job? When you reflect on your career (so far) what's the highlight reel? What are you most PROUD of in your leadership? What brings you JOY?...
How to Stop Destructive Workplace Competition (Asking For a Friend)
Set clear expectations to turn destructive workplace competition into healthy collaboration. What do you do when two of your (high-performing, high-potential direct reports) don't get along because they're competing for your job? This workplace competition is off...
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With David Dye
One Easy Active Listening Skill Leaders Can Use for More Connection, Influence, and Better Conflict Resolution
Episode 287: Do you know how to use active listening to turn workplace conflicts into meaningful connections? We’ve all been in tense conversations where emotions run high, and communication breaks down. This episode teaches you a simple strategy for using...
5 Communication Skills to Promote Productivity in the New Year
Episode 286- What if you could empower your team to promote productivity and maintain momentum all year long? Imagine leading a team that’s not only aligned and motivated but also laser-focused on building habits that drive consistent results. Whether it’s the...
8 Ways Busy Leaders Can Resolve Conflict, Get Everyone Back to Work, and Improve Productivity
Have you ever wondered how to resolve conflict within your team without getting caught in endless drama? As a leader, navigating team dynamics can feel overwhelming, especially when conflict arises. But what if resolving conflict didn’t have to mean sacrificing...