Month: March 2024

The Power of Storytelling

The Power of Storytelling with Kimberly Spencer

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Kimberly Spencer, an acclaimed high-performance coach and speaker, joins Rosie Ward on "Show Up as a Leader" to unpack the compelling role of storytelling in personal growth and organizational culture. She reflects on her journey and illustrates the impact of 'plagiarized programming'—the stories we adopt from our past—on our behaviors and identities. Rosie and Kimberly stress the importance of aligning personal values with those of the organization and the transformative effect this can have on workplace environments. They address the challenge of self-limiting beliefs and the necessity of aligning people with roles that ignite their potential.

Become a Feedback Master

Become a Feedback Master

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How do you Become a Feedback Master?

Giving and embracing feedback in the workplace can be an intricate dance. And if you are using the sandwich method, you need to listen to this bonus episode. Nikki Lewallen Gregory and Dr. Rosie Ward share their profound understanding of feedback's powerful role in leadership development and team dynamics. The pair delve into the heart of feedback culture—where openness and the courage to speak truthfully are the cornerstones of growth. Throughout their conversation, Rosie emphasizes the need for leaders to lean into feedback as a transformative tool, framing it as a gift that encourages self-awareness and empowerment. She casts light on the practical implementation of a feedback culture through concepts such as the "square squad.”

Protect Your Energy

Protecting Your Energy with Chris Johnson

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Are you protecting and renewing your energy to prevent burnout? In this episode, Chris introduces the concept of protecting your energy. She shares how it affects leadership, providing practical tips you can use to recognize and address energy drains. She also highlights the importance of full engagement in the present moment and offers a deliberate practice for us to implement.

Better Decisions with Paul Epstein

Rosie in My Pocket: Better Decisions with Paul Epstein

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With over 35,000 decisions made each day, Paul Epstein wants to help us navigate through the decision-making process faster. In this episode, Paul author and former executive in the NFL and NBA joins host Rosie Ward.

Together, they delve into the topic of decision-making and the impact it has on our lives. Paul shares insightful strategies and practical tools to make better decisions faster, based on his expertise in high-stakes environments.

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How Culture Shapes Business Success with Jaime Taets

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Jaime Taets firmly believes that a company's culture is not just one piece of the strategic puzzle but the critical framework required for building a successful business. In this episode of "How Culture Shapes Business Success," Jaime and Rosie engage in a fun and insightful conversation about the critical role of culture. They discuss how to look at it from a big-picture perspective and break it down into simple, tangible actions anyone can take. Whether you are a formal or informal leader, they provide tips on how developing your influential power can ignite your team's performance.

Lead Different Podcast: Premier Episode

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My dear friend, Dan Dominguez, recently launched his Lead Different Podcast. So when he asked me to be his first guest to launch it, of course I said, “WHY Not!” He has been an avid supporter of our work and is so gracious about the transformative impact our Courageous Leadership Program had on him. We...

Framing Conversations

Rosie in My Pocket: Framing Conversations

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In this episode, Rosie Ward talks about the importance of framing a conversation. She shares powerful insights about it’s power both personal and professional conversations. Drawing from her own experiences, she shares practical tips for everything from emails and texts to catching someone on the fly that set a positive tone and reduce unnecessary drama or fear.

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