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“The bottom line is: in the workplace, I am treating you no differently than anybody else. I’m going to spend the same amount of time with you at lunch. At work, we’re not going to talk about our social time outside of work.”
In this episode, Ethan and Mike Nash discuss the complex dynamics of friendship in the workplace. What is the best approach to being a good friend and a great manager?
The duo interrogates the commonly held belief that friendships with employees are inherently at odds with healthy management and suggests strategies for setting boundaries with friends that you also manage.
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“Having uncontrollable circumstances actually generates a threat response in the brain. When I’m in that fight, flight, or freeze mode at work, I can’t be creative. I can’t be empathetic. I’m in survival mode."
Unlock the secrets of autonomy in the workplace in this episode of The Managing with Mind and Heart Podcast. Discover how self-direction boosts morale, engagement, and productivity. Learn why unnecessary rules kill motivation and how involving others in decision-making empowers teams. We'll break down the four levels: 1) Just do it, 2) Do then tell, 3) Consult then do, and 4) Just don’t do it. Plus, see why shifting from a surveillance to an outcome-based mindset makes all the difference.
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"Managing is a higher calling. It's not just air traffic controlling work, or being a chess master and making sure all the people are doing the right things. Management is - at its core - about equipping and empowering others."
In this episode, Mike Nash dives into a solo conversation on what prevents managers from thriving in their roles. Too often, he explains, managers assume the role of air traffic controlling their people or treating employees as chess pieces in a game that can be won.
Mike explains that a manager can only succeed in their goal of helping their people learn, grow and thrive by looking inward and examining their life, habits and history. He introduces the RAIN framework (Recognize, Accept, Investigate, Nurture) as a way to guide managers in understanding and overcoming the obstacles that hinder their effectiveness.
Listen as Mike shares actionable strategies for navigating the complexities of management and cultivating a culture of trust, collaboration, and growth.
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"The higher up you go on the org chart, the more important it is that leaders are leading from a mindset of 'I work for you' not 'you work for me.'"
In this episode, Mike is joined by Andy Thompson for a fun and enlightening discussion centered on the most important behaviors for executive teams in creating and maintaining healthy organizations. They discuss fizzy water and extra hot coffee, the challenge of pronouncing “anonymity,” why self-care for execs is vital, the importance of asking employees for feedback, hiring execs for high EQ instead of for subject matter expertise, humility, why “walking the talk” (leading by example) is so important for credibility, and more.
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"Before I make my choice about what I'm going to do -- because I'm seeing the 'thing' not being done right, or well, or at all -- ask myself these two questions: Where is the employee in terms of skill? Where is the employee in terms of will? Get that sorted first, and whichever quadrant we land in gives me a lot of clues as to what I need to do next."
In this episode, Mike Nash is joined by Nash Consulting coach Val Jeffords to discuss the Skill-Will Matrix for classifying employees', well, skill and will with a particular task or job. Notably, each typology in the matrix requires different management and leadership approaches, a reality often overlooked in the workplace. Mike and Val discuss how managers often default to corrective action without assessing skill and will, a habit that can have detrimental effects in the workplace and can severely damage morale and trust.
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"By following the Rule of Three, we start to see further possibilities. We get outside of our current paradigms because it forces us to put more cognitive effort into finding other solutions."
In this minisode, Ethan Nash explains the theory and evidence behind the Rule of Three for decision-making. Instead of binary this-or-that/yes-or-no options, the Rule of Three implores decision-makers to give themselves another option before making a final call. Doing so, Ethan explains, pushes decision-makers to consider possibilities they otherwise would have overlooked, leading to nuanced choices that take into account a broader range of perspectives and potential outcomes.
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“Anytime I interact with any member of my team, I’m creating a brand impression. I may create a different brand impression with my CFO than I do with some account manager I’m working with. My leadership brand is going to be based on everybody’s perception of me.”
In this episode, Ethan Nash engages with Skot Waldron, a communication strategist, podcaster, and author of Unlocked: A 52-Week Guide For The Intentional Leader. Drawing on his experience as a brand strategist, Waldron explores the art of crafting a personal leadership brand. The conversation centers on Waldron’s new book, offering key takeaways and lessons on building personal confidence, self-awareness, and a personal leadership brand that communicates the values and priorities of every leader.
You can learn more about Skot and his work at www.skotwaldron.com.
Links:
Skot Waldron on The Managing with Mind and Heart podcast, January 2021
Skot on YouTube, LinkedIn
Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals
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"This person that we spend 24 hours a day with 7 days a week is yourself. And to live with someone that closely that you don't really like, is hell. Self-compassion is seeing your own goodness and having a 'correct' view of yourself. It includes the ability to give yourself grace, comfort yourself in a time of need, and treat yourself the way you would treat a friend."
Nash Consulting's own Hana Butler joins Mike Nash for a captivating cocktail hour conversation on the crucial topic of self-compassion at work. In this episode, they get into the fundamental questions surrounding self-compassion: What exactly is self-compassion, and why is it so vital in the workplace?
They explore the significance of cultivating self-compassion and its positive impact on individual well-being and overall team dynamics, as well as the challenges that arise when employees and managers struggle to develop this essential skill. Grab your favorite drink, relax, and join us for this thought-provoking exploration of self-compassion in the professional realm.
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"Feeling cared about is feeling safe, which is a primary human need. I can't do my best work – and I probably don't want to do my best work – if I'm in a protected mode. Probably one of the most important abilities of a manager is the ability to communicate through words and actions that they actually care about their employees.”
In this one-on-one conversation between Mike Nash and our colleague, Scott Ummel, this episode delves into the fundamental principles of effective leadership. The duo presents five key attributes of an outstanding boss and shares valuable tips to refine these skills for your own personal growth.
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In this solo Minisode, Ethan riffs on the concept of authenticity as a manager. What is authenticity, and what is it not? What does it mean to bring your authentic self to work and show up as an authentic leader? Take a listen and pass it along to a manager you know.
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"Managers have more of an influence on peoples' quality of lives than their therapists or spouses. Managers define reality for their employees. Whether you like your job or not, whether you're productive or not, whether you're happy or not -- inside and outside of work -- it often comes down to the manager. It's something to be conscious of."
Eric Girard is the CEO of Girard Training Solutions, where he specializes in the development of new managers, focusing on their successful transition to their new role and on their team management skills. He's also the author of the new book Lead Like a Pro: The Essential Guide for New Managers. In this episode, Eric joins Ethan to discuss the primary strategies for new managers.
Resources:
Michael Bungay Stanier's book The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever
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“What can I learn from this person I’m in conflict with? What might they know that I don't know? What can I learn about myself through this disagreement?”
In this fourth and final installment of our Healthy Conflict Series, Mike and Ethan get into the adaptive skills that come in handy when dealing with conflict in the workplace. Learn about the internal work of healthy disagreement that can make you a better coworker, boss, and human being.
Catch up on the rest of this series:
Conflict Part 1 (Episode #73)
Conflict Part 2 (Episode #74)
Conflict Part 3 (Episode #78)
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“Certainty is the enemy of change.”
This episode is all about identifying our unique growth opportunities when it comes to navigating conflict. Ethan and Mike further explore the conflict styles and suggest specific adjustments each style can make to improve their ability to collaborate towards positive results with others.
Show Notes:
- Conflict Part 1 (Episode #73)
- Conflict Part 2 (Episode #74)
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“We as humans don't do a great job of anticipating reward for super long-term goals. We tend to be motivated by the here and now.”
Join Ethan for a rather nerdy deep-dive into the topic of motivation. He shares what he’s learned about some of the neuroscience of motivation and practical ways to motivate your team and avoid demotivating pitfalls.
Show Notes:
- Huberman Lab Podcast
- Richard Clark study on team and individual motivation (sites Druckman & Bjork)
- The Feedback Fallacy (HBR article)
- Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us
- Episode #13 – How to Have One-on-One Meetings That Don’t Suck
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“When employees feel cared about by their managers, 60% plan to stay at their company for at least three years. 90% are likely to recommend this organization as a great place to work. 94% say they feel personally engaged in their work, that they feel cared about. 94% say that they have wellbeing in their life.”
Join Ethan for an episode about six game-changers to get on your management radar that will change the way you show up as a leader. (In a good way.)
Show Notes:
- Episode #1 – Morale: and why can’t pay for this stuff
- Episode #11 – The Top 15 Management Skills
- Episode #4 – The Periodic Table of Skills (Adaptive Skills)
- Episode #57 – Psychological Safety
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“When we can receive feedback non-defensively, that's how we keep that channel of communication open, that's what allows you to hear the truth, and that's how you build strong teams.”
Join Ethan for a brief episode on how to receive feedback non-defensively and why it is critical for success at work and in life.
Show Notes:
Episode #6 – The Truth Can Hurt -
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In the second part of our series on healthy conflict, Ethan and Mike examine the different conflict styles. They discuss how each style manifests during a disagreement and the actions of someone who is committed to finding mutually beneficial solutions.
Show Notes:
-Our blog post on conflict styles
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“Conflict” is usually seen as a negative experience. And it often is – we tend not to like being in conflict. Yet, disagreement is key to building high-performing teams. So, how can we learn to embrace disagreement, and navigate it in a way that is healthy and leads to positive outcomes, all while maintaining (and building) strong relationships? It starts with understanding our conflict style. Tune in.
Show Notes:
-Our blog post on conflict styles
-Our episode on psychological safety
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“Being willing to let people make mistakes is a bit of a sacrifice because when you choose not to over define the behaviors, people will learn from trial and error.”
Autonomy is one of the biggest drivers of motivation. But finding ways to give employees freedom in their jobs can be challenging. Tune in as Ethan and Mike explore this critical topic.
Show Notes:
-Episode on the Decision Making Styles
- Episode on SCARF
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“Listening is one of those skills that if we get excellent at it, it has an outsized effect on our relationships.”
Come join Ethan for a brief episode on the importance of listening with care and respect, and why it truly matters.
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