Unboxing OD is your guide to making sense of Organizational Development - one thoughtful conversation at a time. Hosted by Kenneth Pearson, seasoned OD practitioner and author of The Flow of Five Tiers, this podcast unpacks the complexity of organizational life with clarity, compassion, and a bit of edge. Whether you're an early-career OD professional, a leader trying to navigate change, or simply someone who believes workplaces can be more human, you'll find grounded insights and actionable ...
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A Podcast by Al Daffa Organizational Development Specialized In AEC Industry Topics
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The Meisha Rouser Show : Leadership and Professional Development, with Organizational Psychologist and Master Certified Coach
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Leadership and Professional Development: Join organizational psychologist, Meisha Rouser, to learn how to overcome obstacles that keep you from success. By listening you will become a more effective leader, manager, team member, and colleague. Become an expert in communication, change management, conflict resolution, employee engagement, emotional intelligence, productivity, and stress management. Learn leadership development tools that will positively enhance your professional life, persona ...
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Episode 28: The Invisible Medal - Leading with a Higher Purpose with Chris Richie
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1:12:09In this episode of Unboxing OD, Kenneth Pearson sits down with Colonel Chris Ritchie, retired United States Marine Corps officer and Director of Human Resource Development at Auburn University. Across his career, Chris has led organizations from small teams to global commands and now designs leadership and performance development programs that reac…
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Episode 27: Unspoken Truths, Quiet Legacies - Five Reflections on Work and Self
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17:08This episode of Unboxing OD is something different. Instead of frameworks or methodologies, Kenneth offers a deeply personal reflection told in five movements -- exploring the hidden labor of showing up at work while holding parts of ourselves back, the unspoken space between people, and the truths we carry but often leave unsaid. Across these move…
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Episode 26: The Inner Work of Leadership - A Conversation with Poor Bear Chalepah
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1:02:12In this episode of Unboxing OD, Kenneth Pearson sits down with Poor Bear Chalepah, consultant, visionary leader, and soon-to-be PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. As a proud member of the Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Poor Bear shares his journey across industries -- from railroads and welding to organizational psychology, and the lessons tha…
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Episode 25: OD Burnout Is Real - Protecting Your Capacity in the Work That Holds So Much
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9:05In this solo episode of Unboxing OD, Kenneth Pearson steps into a conversation that many OD practitioners feel but rarely name -- burnout. Not the surface-level fatigue that comes after a long week, but the deep, layered exhaustion that comes from holding space for others, navigating resistant systems, and balancing the emotional labor that sits be…
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Episode 24: Change by Design - A Conversation with Melissa Donegan
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59:26In this episode of Unboxing OD, host Kenneth Pearson sits down with Melissa Donegan - an experienced leader across federal agencies, healthcare, education, and tech - to talk about what it really means to design for change instead of reacting to it. Together, they explore how intentional listening and career mindfulness can transform not only the o…
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Episode 23: Inclusion, Community, & Compassion - Alex Ochoa & The Work of Becoming
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47:25In this special in-person episode of Unboxing OD, Alex Ochoa shares what it means to show up - fully, boldly, and unapologetically - in a profession where you don’t always see yourself reflected. A first-generation Latina college graduate, Learning & Development Specialist, and co-founder of Latinos in I/O Psychology (LIOP), Alex opens up about nav…
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Episode 22: When the Diagnosis Hurts - Telling the Truth in OD
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8:23In this episode of Unboxing OD, host Kenneth Pearson takes us into one of the most delicate and defining aspects of organizational development - what happens when your findings reveal something uncomfortable, something that leadership might not be ready to hear. OD practitioners are often asked to assess culture, diagnose issues, and present a path…
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Episode 21: Navigating the Transition from L&D to OD with Bethany Rios, MPH
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29:55In this guest episode of Unboxing OD, host Kenneth Pearson sits down with Bethany Rios, Organizational Development Manager and L&D professional, for a candid conversation about stepping into the world of OD from a background in training and development. Together, they explore what it means to shift from a skills-based approach to a systems-level mi…
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Episode 20: The Silent Partner - Power in Organizations
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9:48In this episode of Unboxing OD, Kenneth explores the powerful presence of organizational power dynamics and the influence they carry in shaping culture, conversations, and decisions. These dynamics often live beneath the surface, guiding what is shared, what remains unspoken, and how change takes shape across teams and leadership. Kenneth invites l…
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Episode 19: Allyship in Action with Dr. Victoria Mattingly
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36:52In this powerful and personal conversation, Dr. Victoria Mattingly (Dr. V) - organizational psychologist, keynote speaker, and CEO of Mattingly Solutions - joins Kenneth to explore what it really means to act like an ally in the workplace. From her unexpected entry into IO psychology to the human-centered heart of her work, Dr. V shares the stories…
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Episode 18: The Myth of the Quick Fix - Why OD Work Takes Time
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8:32We all love a quick fix - something that solves the problem, calms the chaos, and gets us back on track. But in the world of Organizational Development, quick fixes often don’t fix anything at all. In this episode of Unboxing OD, Kenneth explores the myth of fast solutions and why real, sustainable change takes time, reflection, and iteration. He u…
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Episode 17: From Idea to Impact - Designing Strategic, Human-Centered Interventions
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11:10What separates a one-time workshop from an intervention that actually changes the way people work together? In this episode of Unboxing OD, we explore what it really takes to design effective Organizational Development interventions - those that align with strategy, honor the human experience, and create lasting movement in the system. Kenneth Pear…
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Episode 16: The Power of Storytelling in Organizational Development
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9:08Storytelling isn’t just a soft skill - it’s one of the most powerful tools OD practitioners have to navigate complexity, build trust, and move people through change. In this episode of Unboxing OD, Kenneth Pearson explores how stories can transform the way organizations engage with change, strategy, and culture. You’ll get a quick overview of how t…
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Episode 15: The Flow of Five Tiers - Seeing the Whole System
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13:40What happens when we pause, zoom out, and ask: What are we really building? In this special episode of Unboxing OD, host Kenneth Pearson introduces The Flow of Five Tiers - a reflective, systems-based framework for understanding how real change happens inside organizations. Rather than offering another top-down model, this episode presents a fresh,…
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Episode 14: Building Trust & Credibility as an OD Practitioner
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10:20Trust and credibility aren’t just nice-to-haves in Organizational Development - they’re foundational. In this episode of Unboxing OD, we briefly explore how OD practitioners can build influence without formal authority, create psychological safety within teams, and turn resistance into opportunity. Through the story of Devon, a new internal OD spec…
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Episode 13: A Day in the Life - The Key Responsibilities of an OD Professional
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12:37What does a typical day look like for an Organizational Development (OD) practitioner? The short answer: there’s no such thing as typical. In this episode of Unboxing OD, we walk through the real-world responsibilities of OD professionals - how we move from deep diagnosis to intentional intervention, build strategic trust with leadership, navigate …
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Episode 12: Followership - The Unsung Power Behind Great Leadership
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10:53What if the key to better leadership ... is better followership? In this episode of Unboxing OD, we’re flipping the script and turning our attention to a concept that’s often overlooked but absolutely essential - followership. We’ll explore what followership really is (and what it’s not), how it plays a vital role in organizational success, and why…
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Episode 11: Systems, Ethics, Balance, & Growth - The OD Practitioner Mindset
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14:58What does it really mean to think like an OD practitioner? It’s more than just knowing frameworks or designing interventions - it’s about embracing complexity, seeing organizations as interconnected systems, and balancing business outcomes with employee well-being. It’s about making tough ethical decisions with integrity and navigating change with …
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Episode 10: What Does an Organizational Development Professional Actually Do?
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12:09In this episode of Unboxing OD, we’re pulling back the curtain on a question that’s fundamental yet often misunderstood: What does an Organizational Development (OD) professional actually do? Today, we’re diving into the core responsibilities of OD professionals - diagnosing organizational health, designing targeted interventions, facilitating chan…
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Episode 09: Leading with Purpose - The Connection Between Leadership & Management (Bonus Episode)
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11:50Leadership and management - two words often used interchangeably, yet they play distinct and complementary roles in shaping organizations. In this special episode of Unboxing OD, we explore how leadership and management work together to drive sustainable success. This episode holds particular significance as part of my graduate coursework at Nation…
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Episode 08: From Silence to Strength - How OD Practitioners Encourage Psychological Safety in the Workplace
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10:24Imagine a workplace where people feel safe to speak up, share ideas, admit mistakes, and challenge the status quo without fear of judgment or retaliation. That’s the power of psychological safety, and it’s not just a nice-to-have - it’s a critical factor in an organization’s success. But creating this kind of culture doesn’t happen by accident. It …
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Episode 07: Leading the Way - How Leadership Defines the Success of Organizational Development
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11:12Leadership isn’t just a title - it’s the engine that drives Organizational Development. In this episode of Unboxing OD, we explore why leadership is the single most important factor in determining whether OD initiatives thrive or fade away. We introduce real-world examples, from Netflix’s commitment to culture to Uber’s early missteps, showing how …
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Episode 06: More Than Words - Aligning Culture and Strategy for Real Impact
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10:23Culture and strategy - two forces that shape every organization. But what happens when they’re not aligned? In this episode of Unboxing OD, we explore the powerful intersection of culture and strategy, breaking down how these elements must work together to create lasting success. We’ve all seen organizations with ambitious strategies that fall flat…
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Episode 05: From Metrics to Meaning - Evaluating OD Success
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13:21Success in Organizational Development isn’t always easy to define. Unlike tracking sales or profits, OD measures impact in areas like engagement, retention, and culture - elements that often resist easy quantification. In this episode of Unboxing OD, host Kenneth Pearson unpacks the art and science of measuring OD success. From leading indicators l…
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Episode 04: The OD Practitioner - Detective, Architect, & Culture Shaper
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12:47What exactly does an Organizational Development (OD) practitioner do? You’ve seen them in action—or maybe just heard about them—but their role often feels elusive. In this episode of Unboxing OD, Kenneth Pearson demystifies the role of the OD practitioner, peeling back the layers to reveal how these professionals guide organizations toward long-ter…
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Episode 03: Communication - The Heartbeat of Organizational Success
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8:59Effective communication is the foundation of every successful organization, but it’s often easier said than done. In this episode of Unboxing OD, Kenneth Pearson tackles the art of organizational communication—breaking down why it’s more than just talking, emailing, or sharing updates. Join us as we explore: Why communication isn’t about saying mor…
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Episode 02: The Human Side of Change - Keys to Leading Successful Transitions
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9:19Change is inevitable, but managing it effectively is where the real challenge lies. In this episode of Unboxing OD, Kenneth Pearson dives into the key components of change management that can make or break any initiative. Drawing on his experiences in the workplace and including a listener’s question about a chaotic tool rollout, Kenneth unpacks wh…
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Episode 01: Introducing Organizational Development - The Human-Centered Approach
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7:43Welcome to the first episode of Unboxing OD! In this episode, we dive into the foundational concepts of Organizational Development, exploring what it is, why it matters, and how it aligns people, processes, strategy, and culture to create thriving workplaces. Whether you're new to OD or looking to understand how it can transform your organization, …
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Episode (05) : How Do You Handle Rejection in Work Environment ? _ Part (05)
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7:04Episode (05) : How Do You Handle Rejection in Work Environment ? _ Part (05)بقلم Al Daffa Organizational Development
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Episode (04) : How Do You Handle Rejection in Work Environment ? _ Part (04)
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Episode (03) : How Do You Handle Rejection in Work Environment ? _ Part (03)
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6:33بقلم Al Daffa Organizational Development
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Episode (02) : How Do You Handle Rejection in Work Environment ? _ Part (02)
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6:06بقلم Al Daffa Organizational Development
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Episode (01) : How Do You Handle Rejection in Work Environment ? _ Part (01)
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Coaching your employees is something that does not come naturally for many manager. Learn some quick and easy tips you can apply now to greatly improve your coaching skills to enhance others performance.بقلم Meisha Rouser
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Change is not something that happens overnight or as a result of one action. It takes multiple actions and time. Learn the 12 Principals of change to help ensure things move smoothly.بقلم Meisha Rouser
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Helping teams to be more collaborative and grow is a challenge for everyone. This show dives into a fabulous tool, the Generative Relationship STAR, which will give you new insights as to how to grow the productivity of a team.بقلم Meisha Rouser
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38: Mastering the Art of Negotiations
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26:15Every day we engage in some type of negotiation. In this show you will learn some easy and useful tips and tools on how to improve your negotiation efforts.بقلم Meisha Rouser
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37: The Pro's and Con's of Shared Leadership
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27:43Join me in this engaging interview with Rachel Pfeffer, Co-Executive Director of the National Training Lab Institute (NTL), as we discuss her insights on shared leadership.بقلم Meisha Rouser
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36: Millennials and Management, Interview with author Lee Caraher.
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27:41Companies are suffering through tension and dissonance between Millennials and Boomers, and realize that they can't just wait for management to age out for the problem to go away. On this weeks show I talk with Lee Carraher, author of Millennials and Management, on how to motivate, collaborate with, and manage the millennial generation, who now mak…
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35: How to Get Through To Anyone – Interview with Mark Goulston
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27:57You’ve got a business colleague who’s hostile…a client who’s furious…a staffer who’s deeply cynical – how do you get people to do what you want in tough situations. Join me and my guest Dr. Mark Goulston, author of Just Listen, to learn the secret to how to get through to anyone, even when productive communication seems impossible.…
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34: Fostering a Supportive Environment – Dealing with Dominate Personalities
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26:33Do you find that meetings tend to be dominated by a few people? And, at times it can be difficult to hear what others really want to say? This show will explore how to foster an environment that allows for everyones voice and opinions to be heard and included.بقلم Meisha Rouser
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33: Oldies But Goodies – Leadership Tips and Tools
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25:40Some leadership tools and advice are timeless - they hold strong even thought the environment or situation has changed. This show identifies what all leaders need to know to be an effective leader and some tools that have stood the test of time.بقلم Meisha Rouser
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32: The Top Performance Review or Interviewing Bias Errors Leaders Make
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26:12Mike "The Millennial" Mitchusson shares with us the top nine biases managers make when doing performance reviews or interviewing candidates. And, more importantly, how you can put in safe guards to keep from making these rater errors.بقلم Meisha Rouser
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31: Fostering the Art of Listening: A Leaders Strongest Asset
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26:09Great Leaders practice the art of listening. Listening is all about giving attention to what is happening in any given moment. As a deliberate act of paying attention, mindfulness encourages leaders to center on what is actually happening in the present (ideally without judgement) and to be keenly aware of our inner responses to what is unfolding e…
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30: James M. Kouzes and the Five Fundamentals of Becoming an Exemplary Leader
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27:19An interview with James Kouzes, co-author of the bestselling book, The Leadership Challenge. Join us as we explore his new book "Learning Leadership". Kouzes shares his insights on a practical and proven framework that will enable you to develop your leadership potential as well as your emerging leaders.…
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29: The Surprising Power of the Classical Elements to Help Move Through Change
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27:43In ancient Greece the Classical Elements of earth, water, air, and fire were proposed to explain the nature and complexity of the world. Join me on this weeks show to hear how my guest used the concept of these elements at Boeing to help teams and individuals maneuver through change.بقلم Meisha Rouser
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28: The Fundamentals of the Successful Entrepreneur
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27:16Entrepreneurs have to wear many hats in order for their business to be successful. Thus, it can be hard to select which activities you should be spending your time and energy on that will have the greatest impact. This show will cover the fundamentals every entrepreneur should know to ensure their success.…
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27: Developing Mindfulness To Enhance Performance
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25:41In today’s work environment, mindfulness is a personal and professional strategy that will improve your performance and productivity. Gain important insight to the many benefits of mindfulness. Learn how you can decrease stress levels while improving focus and clarity, listening and decision-making skills, and your overall happiness and well being.…
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26: Servant Leadership Within the Work Place
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28:12Dr. Shann Ferch, author, professor, psychologist, and consultant, joins me this week to talk about Servant Leadership. We will explore a deeper understand of what it means to be a Servant Leader in todays business environment. You'll love listening to Dr. Ferch share is vast expertise through fascinating storytelling.…
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25: Time Management, Productivity, and Prioritizing
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28:18Leaders are measured on their ability to get things done, which requires time management, prioritizing, and effective productivity tools. On this show I uncover one of most effective productivity tools available and share my top 10 tips to becoming more productive to ensure your focusing on the right priorities.…
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