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Effective teaming requires intentional design and can’t be achieved simply by putting people together on a project.
Teaming by Design emphasises the importance of embedding team effectiveness skills within the context of real work, rather than teaching it as a separate subject.
This approach recognises that valuable teaming skills are often developed through practical experience and reflection, rather than through theoretical instruction alone.
For this episode, Dan and Pia are joined in-person by Sara Beckman, who developed the concept of "teaming by design" while teaching MBA students. Sara works on integrating team effectiveness training into various courses, particularly in innovation, design, and new product development, and has conducted research on team dynamics, including studies at Hewlett Packard.
To discover a unique approach to teaching teamwork called which embeds team effectiveness skills into project-based coursesTo explore goal congruence and its critical role in team performanceTo learn about the challenges of bringing about psychological safety in teams and how it relates to conflict management
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[00:09:29] Teaming by design[00:14:42] Teaming in corporate vs academia[00:19:00] Conflict[00:19:59] The University of Unlearning[00:25:59] The importance of shared goals[00:29:55] How students view leadership[00:32:11] What is the future of teaming?[00:36:22] The benefits of teaming by design[00:38:05] Sara's book recommendation[00:40:07] Takeaways from Dan and PiaLinks
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Agile isn’t just for software teams – its principles can be effectively applied to HR and other business teams, offering a pragmatic approach to improving workflow and efficiency.
It goes beyond flexible working or nimble decision-making, representing a philosophy and set of principles for getting work done more effectively.
Nebel Crowhurst is the Chief People Officer at Reward Gateway, and has extensive experience in HR. She’s worked across a variety of industries, helping teams understand and transition to Agile.
For a pragmatic approach to implementing Agile principles in HR and business teamsTo discover how Agile can help teams prioritise work, reduce friction, and improve efficiency in meetingsTo explore the benefits and potential challenges of applying Agile methodologies outside of traditional software development
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[00:08:46] Revisiting engagement surveys[00:13:40] What Agile is and is not[00:17:30] What Agile looks like in practice[00:22:08] Handling Agile scepticism (including your own)[00:24:55] Transitioning your team to Agile[00:31:53] Taking your first steps into Agile[00:33:17] Nebel's media recommendation[00:35:51] Takeaways from Dan and PiaLinks
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International assignments in business require careful preparation, adaptability, and a focus on making a positive impact rather than just “making your mark”.
Success in foreign assignments often comes from reinforcing and amplifying existing strengths within an organisation, rather than attempting to overhaul everything.
Kevin Asher is a leader, strategist, and innovator in healthcare. He’s worked primarily in the pharmaceutical industry, including medical communications, data generation, and patient group support. He’s a self-described problem-solver, and he joins Dan and Pia to discuss his recent assignment in Italy.
To learn how to successfully navigate international assignments and make a positive impactTo understand the importance of effective communication and bridging gaps between global and local teamsFor new approaches to add value quickly in new, challenging situations – even when facing language barriers or unfamiliar systems
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[00:09:10] Preparing to go on an assignment[00:12:34] Making your mark[00:14:36] Improving communication in a restructured team[00:21:21] What Kevin would do differently[00:23:07] Finding the right time to make a big decision[00:25:15] Re-entry[00:28:53] Kevin's advice for starting a new assignment[00:30:44] Kevin's media recommendation[00:33:29] Takeaways from Pia and DanLinks
Connect with Kevin via LinkedInWhy Motivating People Doesn't Work--and What Does, by Susan FowlerTrack and improve your team performance with SquadifyLeave us a voice note -
Employee engagement is in crisis, with staggeringly low levels of engagement across the workforce, particularly among younger employees.
This lack of engagement is not only affecting workers' wellbeing, but also has significant economic impact, with an estimated $8.9 trillion lost annually in global GDP due to low engagement.
This week's guest is Juliet Owen, business analyst at Squadify. Juliet has a background in economics and works with a database of 2.5 million data points, analysing engagement and team dynamics.
Discover alarming statistics about the current state of employee engagement, including how it has stalled and declined in recent years.Learn about the significant financial impact of low engagement on global GDP and various business performance metrics.Explore how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected leadership styles and workplace dynamics, leading to shifts in employee engagement.
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[00:08:48] What is an engagement survey?[00:15:43] The desire for engagement vs its presence[00:21:14] Some good news on engagement[00:27:20] Moving from distressed to flourishing[00:32:50] Juliet's media recommendation[00:35:01] Takeaways from Pia and DanLinks
Connect with Juliet via LinkedInPivot, with Kara Swisher and Scott GallowayBurn Book, by Kara SwisherTrack and improve your team performance with SquadifyLeave us a voice note -
It’s time for a new approach to teamwork: one that minimises distractions, reduces time-blocking communication, prioritises mental health, and promotes independent and efficient work.
This management style can lead to more productive teams, with fewer managers and more individual contributors, with everyone focused on their core competencies.
Liam Martin is the author of a bestselling book and the founder of a conference focused on remote working, which he believes is crucial for scaling organisations. He advocates for a new management style for remote teams, emphasising the importance of communicating effectively without unnecessary interaction.
Explore asynchronous management and its potential to revolutionise remote work practicesDiscover the challenges organisations face when implementing asynchronous management and how to overcome themLearn about the importance of documentation and effective information sharing in scaling remote teams
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[00:11:55] What is asynchronous management?[00:17:51] Where companies fail to implement asynchronous management[00:22:15] Case Study: GitLab[00:23:30] Entrepreneur operating system[00:27:53] Be an of your organisation[00:29:20] Getting the information flowing[00:32:44] Remote work in 2024[00:37:43] Try an asynchronous week[00:39:16] Liam's book recommendation[00:43:18] Takeaways from Dan and PiaLinks
Running Remote: Master the Lessons from the World’s Most Successful Remote-Work Pioneers – Liam’s bookRunning Remote on YouTubeThe Entrepreneurial Operating SystemSliteNotion AIFlex IndexFlow: The Psychology of Happiness, by Mihaly CsikszentmihalyiLeave us a voice note -
To bring specialists into teams with different skill sets takes good communication and a knowledge of the history of the team you’re integrating. Doing this well means everyone can point their skills at solving problems.
Ash Winter is an experienced software tester who has a particular interest in how teams and organisations work. Ash has been a software tester for over 15 years, and has experience as a consultant, helping organisations improve their testing processes.
In his role he’s seen a wide range of team structures and sizes, and he’s particularly focused on the challenges and opportunities of being a specialist within a team.
Understand the unique challenges and opportunities of being a specialist in a cross-functional teamExplore the impact of team history and dynamics on integrating new specialistsLearn about the evolving role of software testers and their influence in modern development teams
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[00:09:14] Testing teams[00:14:29] The problem with "embedding" into a team[00:16:30] The Spotify model[00:19:48] Communities of practice[00:22:57] Agile methodologies with multidisciplinary teams[00:28:05] The benefits of a coaching qualification[00:30:19] Ash's book recommendation[00:31:42] Takeaways from Dan and PiaLinks
Connect with Ash via LinkedInTeam Topologies: Organizing Business and Technology Teams for Fast Flow, by Matthew Skelton & Pais ManuelThe Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable, by Patrick LencioniThe Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement, by Eliyahu GoldrattThe Phoenix Project: A Novel about IT, DevOps, and Helping Your Business Win, by Gene KimLeave us a voice note -
Workplaces need to provide better support and flexibility to parents coming back from having a child. And more needs to be done to redress the imbalance of working mums vs working dads.
Jessica Heagren is the founder of Careers After Babies, and an advocate for gender equality in the workplace, particularly for women coming back after maternity leave. Jess has conducted extensive research on the career impacts of having children and has published a report uncovering some surprising statistics that don’t all make for happy reading.
Explore the challenges and solutions for women returning to work after maternity leaveUnderstand the impact of traditional gender roles on shared parental leave and workplace dynamicsLearn the importance of empathetic and inclusive line management in supporting working parents
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[00:10:54] The Careers After Babies report[00:12:07] Gender pay gap[00:13:57] Why only 15% of couples talk about who works[00:16:25] The 7 themes from the report[00:21:57] "Everyone's replaceable"[00:25:51] What the next generation of parents holds for the worwkplace[00:27:48] The need for more empathy[00:33:34] Have the conversation[00:34:48] Jess' media recommendation[00:36:15] Takeaways from Dan and PiaLinks
Connect with Jessica via LinkedInThe Equal Parent: Why Sharing the Load Matters, by Paul Morgan-BentleyThe Careers After Babies reportLeave us a voice note -
Effective leadership means understanding the needs of all stakeholders, not just your team members. When teams broaden their thinking to their customer base, to the wider ecology, and even to future generations, they make more effective decisions.
Professor Peter Hawkins has a lifetime of experience working on systemic team coaching, leadership development, and organisational change. He’s a pioneer in integrating strategic and culture change along with leadership development, and he emphasises the importance of connecting personal, team, organisational, and ecological levels of change.
Learn about systemic team coaching and how to effectively integrate stakeholder perspectives into team dynamicsUnderstand the importance of collective purpose in team development and how it drives effective collaboration and learningExplore the concept of the pracademic, and the value they bring to team coaching environments
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[00:07:26] Finding the learning edge[00:09:42] As practical as a good theory[00:11:04] Minimum stakeholder map[00:14:32] Leadership is a team sport[00:16:21] The 5 disciplines of highly effective teams[00:19:29] Where does psychological safety fit in?[00:22:12] What can you uniquely do that the world of tomorrow needs?[00:24:13] Reframing how we tackle problems and people[00:25:41] Peter's media recommendation[00:27:17] Takeaways from Dan and PiaLinks
Connect with Professor Peter Hawkins via LinkedInSystemic Coaching: Delivering Value Beyond the Individual, by Peter Hawkins and Eve Turner5 disciplines of high performance teamsLeave us a voice note -
Life-altering events can reveal the strength and resilience of the human spirit, highlight the value of a supportive network, and reveal the power of compassion and understanding.
Both of this episode’s guests have had first-hand experience in this area. Returning to the podcast is Gillian Coutts, who suffered a stroke in 2022 and has been on a long road to recovery. By her side, along with Gillian’s husband Steve and her family, has been Gillian’s business partner, Jenny Steadman, who has dealt with her own serious health concerns.
This 100th episode is a testament to the power of the We Not Me spirit, and demonstrates what the combination of grit and grace can achieve.
Hear a powerful story of resilience and recoveryLearn about the importance of teamwork and support networks during difficult timesUnderstand the impact of life-altering events on personal and professional relationships
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[00:10:37] Gill's life-changing moment[00:18:08] What Gill experienced while in a coma[00:20:20] Gill's journey of recovery[00:27:03] The role of mindfulness in Gill's recovery[00:30:07] Strengthening relationships[00:39:06] A hopeful future[00:43:47] Takeaways from Pia and DanLinks
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Sport is more than just a game. It serves as a unifying force, bringing people together across generations and cultures. It teaches us valuable lessons about leadership, teamwork, and resilience, and it helps build a sense of community and belonging.
Patrick Skene is the Chief Creative Officer at Culture Pulse, where he engages multicultural communities across various sporting events. He’s also a storyteller, writing about sport, exploring its deeper meaning and significance beyond just being a game.
Discover how sport serves as a unifying force, engendering a sense of community, and teaching valuable lessons about leadership and teamwork.Understand how sport can replace traditional forms of conflict and build positive relationships among diverse communities.Explore how sport instils respect for elders and promotes intergenerational bonding.
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Connect with Patrick via LinkedInHidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things, by Adam GrantLeave us a voice noteEpisode highlights
[00:08:04] Sport as a microcosm of human society[00:11:37] Why leadership matters[00:14:54] Why sport matters at a deep cultural level[00:20:38] The consequences of lack of teamwork[00:24:59] Engaging different cultures from our own[00:27:34] One size does not fit all[00:30:01] Patrick's media recommendation[00:32:07] Takeaways from Pia and Dan -
There’s a wealth of untapped wisdom and information within our teams, but too much goes unspoken. By choosing curiosity, making it safe for others to share, and creating opportunities to ask and listen, we can access these insights, enrich our understanding, and improve our decision-making.
Jeff Wetzler is a human potential and learning expert with a background in business and education. His new book discusses how to tap into the expertise of those around us, and he joins Dan and Pia to share some of the key insights raised through his extensive research into team communication.
Understand how the quality of your questions can impact the effectiveness of problem-solving within a groupLearn about ways to enhance communication and connection within teamsDiscover how to tap into the hidden wisdom and expertise of people around you for unexpected breakthroughs
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[00:05:09] What are we thinking but not saying?[00:08:50] What are people not telling us?[00:10:25] What holds us back?[00:14:35] The "Ask" approach[00:26:36] Shut the heck up[00:27:34] Three impacts of asking[00:30:17] Paraphrase and test[00:32:11] Jeff's book recommendation[00:33:16] Takeaways from Pia and DanLinks
Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs In Leadership and Life – Jeff’s bookRemaking the Space Between Us: How Citizens Can Work Together to Build a Better Future for All, by Diana McLain-SmithDiscover what Squadify can do for your teamLeave us a voice note -
What can you bring into the workplace that can significantly strengthen team bonds, enhance individual self-expression, and contribute to a healthier work environment?
Mette Oscar Pedersen is a facilitator who’s worked with communities, companies, and other groups to bring joy and connection to their work.
In this episode, you’ll
Learn how to increase connection and empathy in the workplaceUnderstand the benefits of incorporating joy into your daily routineDiscover ways to enhance your relationships with colleaguesEpisode highlights
[00:07:36] Breaking down the fear of moving in public[00:14:25] Strengthening community[00:19:38] Long-lasting benefits with your colleagues[00:21:27] Movement begins at home[00:22:43] Mette's book recommendation[00:24:38] Takeaways from Pia and DanLinks
Connect with Mette via LinkedInThe Dance Cure: The surprising secret to being smarter, stronger, happier, by Dr Peter LovattDiscover what Squadify can do for your teamLeave us a voice note -
People often don't speak up in meetings out of fear, a sense of futility, a lack of confidence, or because they just can't be bothered. But active participation and speaking up can significantly advance visibility and career prospects. So leaders and participants alike need to take responsibility for making meetings meaningful and encouraging open communication.
Betina Szkudlarek is a professor in International Management at the University of Sydney Business School. Betina has conducted extensive research on why people often do not voice their opinions and what can be done to encourage people to speak up. In this episode, she shares findings from her research, and offers practical steps for both leaders and participants to ensure everyone’s voice is heard…not just the loudest.
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Understand the common reasons why people often refrain from speaking up in meetings and how it impacts team dynamicsLearn strategies to encourage active participation and meaningful discussions in meetingsDiscover the importance of restructuring meeting formats to facilitate better engagement and contribution from all attendeesEpisode highlights
[00:08:13] What Betina found in her research[00:12:09] Common reasons people don't speak up[00:15:34] Administrative bloat[00:17:52] Disengagement in meetings[00:22:16] Making space for introverts[00:25:53] What participants can do in meetings[00:29:55] How family dynamics play out in meetings[00:32:04] Make just one contribution[00:33:14] Betina's media recommendation[00:34:54] Takeaways from Dan and PiaLinks
Connect with Betina via LinkedInDoing Silence: How Silence Is Produced in Meetings – Betina’s researchThe Stupidity Paradox: The Power and Pitfalls of Functional Stupidity at Work, by Mats Alvesson and Andre SpicerHarnessing the power of silence – Episode 85, with Bastian OvergaardLeave us a voice note -
How much responsibility do leaders have for the psychological safety of their teams? Aren’t psychological hazards an HR issue?
Recent changes in Australian law require employers to take steps to ensure not only the physical but also the psychological safety of their employees. This includes identifying and mitigating psychosocial hazards in the workplace, which can have a profound impact on employees' mental health. But what is “reasonable”?This week's guest is Ian Bennett, a legal expert specialising in employment and safety law. He lends his expertise to discussions on workplace safety, specifically focusing on psychological safety and psychosocial hazards in the workplace.
Understand new legislation that necessitates employers to ensure the physical and psychological safety of their employees, currently in place in Australia, but likely to spreadLearn about the implications of these laws for team leaders and what lessons can be drawn from this approach globallyDiscover how to create healthy, productive workplaces where everyone still strives to do their best work
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[00:08:18] Expectations on employers to provide psychological safety[00:13:40] How is new legislation being implemented?[00:16:52] The Australian public's reaction[00:20:29] What leaders should bear in mind[00:24:57] What employees are entitled to[00:27:06] Psychological safety in performance management[00:30:15] The downsides of remote work and "always being on"[00:32:14] What can leaders do today?[00:34:43] Ian's media recommendations[00:37:46] Takeaways from Dan and PiaLinks
Connect with Ian via LinkedInConversations on Love, by Natasha LunnAnt Middleton’s Head Game podcastLeave us a voice note -
Imposter syndrome is a common psychological pattern many of us experience. It makes us doubt our achievements, or feel like we’re going to be exposed as a fraud. Imposter syndrome is usually only experienced by high performers, but there are techniques and mindset shifts that can help us, if not “cure” imposter syndrome, then at least manage it.
Clem Pickering is a coach and specialist in the area of imposter syndrome. He has a background in tech, and focuses on supporting leaders in the tech space enhance their people skills and increase their impact. Dan and Pia share their personal experiences with imposter syndrome, and together with Clem explore its prevalence, discuss the impact it has in the workplace, and uncover ways to manage it.
Learn the differences between imposter syndrome and self-doubtUnderstand how imposter syndrome affects high-performing people and its prevalence across gendersDiscover coping mechanisms and strategies for dealing with imposter syndrome
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[00:08:15] What is imposter syndrome?[00:13:10] Imposter syndrome vs self-doubt[00:16:00] Imposter syndrome and gender[00:18:23] Settling your imposter[00:22:39] Normalising imposter syndrome within teams[00:26:31] Competence vs confidence[00:31:40] First steps you can take[00:33:03] Clem's media recommendation[00:34:17] Takeaways from Pia and DanLinks
Leave us a voice noteThe Secret Thoughts of Successful Women (And Men): Why Capable People Suffer from Impostor Syndrome and How to Thrive In Spite of it, by Valerie YoungThe Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth, by Amy Edmondson -
The shift to working from home during the pandemic has significantly altered the way businesses operate, with many finding a balance between in-person and remote work. This change seems to be persisting even as lockdowns end, suggesting a long-term shift in our approach to work.
This week, Dan and Pia are joined by Jose Maria Barrero, an assistant professor at ITAM Business School in Mexico City. He leads one of the world's biggest research studies on working from home, and how businesses are reacting to the shift to remote work due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Learn about the evolution of working from home trends over time, as observed through extensive research.Understand the dynamics and preferences of remote and hybrid work models from both the employee and employer perspectives.Discover the impact and potential future of working from home on productivity and organisational structure.
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[00:07:18] Working from home in 2020[00:12:23] Changes in expectation of paid work-from-home days[00:14:31] Digging into productivity data[00:18:40] The drivers for returning to the office[00:21:03] The impact of working-from-home on real estate[00:23:37] The picture four years from now[00:26:25] What leaders should consider today[00:28:38] The extra hour in our days[00:31:25] Jose's media recommendations[00:32:16] Takeaways from Dan and PiaLinks
Connect with Jose via LinkedInWork From Home and the Office Real Estate ApocalypseWorking Remotely? Selection, Treatment, and the Market for Remote WorkChecks and Balance – Podcast from the EconomistLeave us a voice note -
A successful transition to leadership calls for a significant shift in mindset. Not only do you need to enhance your existing skills, but also adopt new ones and let go of habits that may have earned you you success in the past.
A transitioning leader understands the importance of team dynamics, makes space for collaboration, evolves their leadership style, and embraces continuous learning.
This week, Dan and Pia are joined by Iain Gauld, the Chief Information Officer at Contact Energy in New Zealand. With a background in computer science, Iain started his career in tech with the intention of effecting change. Over time, he transitioned into team leadership and management roles, continuously learning and growing as he did so.
To learn about the transformation process from a technical role to a leadership role in a teamTo understand the dynamics of team building beyond technical skillsTo discover how to apply principles of Agile approach to enhance leadership skills
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[00:12:22] Moving into leadership[00:17:31] T-shaped leadership[00:20:56] Skills emerging leaders need[00:23:49] The role of psychological safety[00:28:12] Adapting and evolving as a leader[00:31:33] Leadership in the next decade[00:33:20] Iain's media recommendation[00:34:17] Takeaways from Pia and DanLinks
Connect with Iain via LinkedInThe Leadership Pipeline: How to Build the Leadership Powered Company, by Ram Charan, Stephen Drotter, and James NoelSame as Ever: Timeless Lessons on Risk, Opportunity and Living a Good Life, by Morgan HouselTeam #1 by Patrick LencioniLeave us a voice note -
Salience (or what we choose to focus our attention on) has a big impact on our perceptions and actions within a group. Understanding this can help us reconsider what we’re ignoring or overlooking, which can lead to more innovative and inclusive team dynamics.
This week, Dan and Pia are joined by Greg Radick and Tom McClelland, a professor and lecturer respectively, who study the history and philosophy of science. They discuss the concept of salience, which points to the ideas that grab our attention, and how salience impacts scientific enquiry and teams.
In their professional work, they examine how different elements become more salient or important within a community of inquirers, such as a scientific community or a team, shaping what problems are considered relevant and which ones are ignored. They also explore how these patterns of salience influence the directions of research and collaboration.
To learn about the concept of salience and its impact on team performance and problem-solvingTo understand how ignoring and attention shapes our professional and personal identitiesTo discover how the history and philosophy of science can influence our understanding of team dynamics
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[00:05:33] The history and philosophy of science[00:07:13] What is salience[00:14:16] Choosing what we ignore[00:15:42] The importance of pointing in a different direction[00:19:35] Identifying mavericks and outliers[00:24:53] Greg's experiment to alter salience patterns[00:31:09] Creating a more open mindset[00:34:55] Social media, misinformation, and salience[00:37:31] Media recommendations[00:39:54] Takeaways from Dan and PiaLinks
Connect with Greg via LinkedInConnect with Tom via LinkedInTom’s websiteDisputed Inheritance: The Battle over Mendel and the Future of Biology – Greg’s bookWoman First and a Philosopher Second: Relative Attentional Surplus on the Wrong Property, by Ella WhiteleyThe Structure of Scientific Revolutions, by Thomas KuhnLeave us a voice note -
Kitchens – like any professional environment – need effective leadership. This means staying calm, promoting clear communication, and creating a learning environment where team members feel valued and motivated. Professional kitchens run well are the epitome of the We Not Me philosophy.
This week, Dan and Pia are joined by Simon Zatyrka, a former executive chef who’s spent most of his career in professional kitchens around the US. He’s the founder of the Culinary Mechanic, where he coaches chefs on leadership and building a positive culture in the kitchen, offering a mix of on-site and virtual consulting.
To understand the importance of team building and development in high-pressure environmentsTo learn about the dynamics and leadership strategies used in professional kitchensTo discover how to create a productive and positive culture within a team
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[00:13:55] Inside a professional kitchen[00:23:56] Having key conversations[00:25:47] When communication breaks down[00:28:11] Just so you are aware[00:29:49] Simon's leadership tip[00:31:41] Takeaways from Pia and DanLinks
Connect with Simon via LinkedInUnreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect, by Will GuidaraTeam of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World, by Stanley McChrystal, David Silverman, Tantum Collins and Chris FussellChef Journeys – Simon’s podcastLeave us a voice note -
If you’re taking over as team leader, you need to have open and honest conversations about the change in dynamics. If you’ve previously enjoyed a friendly relationship and you’re transitioning from buddy to boss, or you’re filling someone else’s shoes, it’s time to show humility, honour the past, embrace an uncertain future, and accept feedback from your team.
This week, adaptive organisations consultant Jon Barnes rejoins the podcast. Jon helps organisations shift from rigid hierarchies or bureaucracies towards teams that manage themselves, promoting more autonomy. He’s a fan of working styles where individuals have more freedom but are also more accountable, and he focuses on helping groups collectively nurture the culture they want, together.
Understand how to handle the "buddy to boss" transition by establishing a new social contract with your teamExplore ways to maintain mutual respect and equality in relationships, even when hierarchical structures are in placeLearn specific techniques for scheduling, giving and receiving feedback, in order to shape a constructive leadership style
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[00:07:42] The budy-to-boss problem[00:18:38] The perils of bringing in an outside team whisperer[00:30:29] Big shoes to fill[00:37:43] Jon's recommendation[00:39:42] Takeaways from Pia and DanLinks
Leave us a voice noteConnect with Jon via LinkedInThe Book of Forgiving: The Fourfold Path for Healing Ourselves and Our World, by Mpho Tutu and Desmond Tutu - Mostrar mais
