Introducing a podcast for leaders and managers seeking excellence in their business ventures. Stay updated on the latest trends and best practices, with new episodes every 2 weeks featuring prominent guests. Learn from experts and my own experiences in business excellence since 2000, as a consultant and C-Level executive. Get practical tips to improve business performance, employee and customer satisfaction. Tune in to solve everyday management challenges and elevate your business.
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5 Elements to Lead Change (new version) by Juan Steigerwald
Saison 3 · Épisode 22
lundi 17 février 2025 • Durée 16:20
Are you struggling to get your team on board with change?
With constant change, we must manage transitions effectively while minimizing employee resistance. Whether implementing new standards, restructuring teams, or launching initiatives, change management techniques make the process smoother.
In this episode, I’ll walk you through five key elements of successful change management. You’ll also get a chance to self-evaluate and understand the risks of neglecting these principles.
This is a modified version of a previous discussion—let’s dive in!
Where to find Juan and Wave Business Excellence Footprint:
Burnout Prevention: Strategies for Managers with Juergen Moormann and Yevgen Bogodistov - Part 2
Saison 2 · Épisode 22
vendredi 13 décembre 2024 • Durée 38:00
Welcome back to the second part of our engaging conversation with Professors Yevgen Bogodistov and Juergen Moormann.
In Part 1, we discussed the genesis of their inspiring book on burnout prevention. We explored burnout in the workplace, the book's target audience, and the key findings from their research.
The conversation highlighted the need to integrate human and psychological elements into process management, leverage technology for employee well-being, and rethink recruitment and assessment processes to enhance employee fit. Finally, we delved into the importance of redefining efficiency and effectiveness in modern workplaces.
In Part 2, we take the discussion further, exploring how organizations can actively promote well-being and address the challenges of burnout. We dive into strategies for balancing job resources and demands, the importance of employee recharge, and unique concepts for mental wellness. Our guests also share how incorporating psychological indicators into KPIs can create more human-centered management practices.
We also discuss the importance of recognizing early signs of burnout to prevent mental health issues. You'll also hear about tools for continuous improvement in employee well-being, the role of happiness in the workplace, and how music can spark creativity and improve work outcomes.
This episode is packed with practical insights and innovative ideas for promoting healthier, happier, and more productive workplaces.
So, let’s jump back into the conversation with Professors Yevgen Bogodistov and Juergen Moormann as we continue this inspiring dialogue.
Timestamps:
03:10 Balancing Job Resources and Demands.
04:50 The Importance of Employee Recharge.
07:40 Shirin-Yoku Example.
09:25 Incorporating Psychological Indicators in KPIs.
Burnout Prevention: Strategies for Managers with Juergen Moormann and Yevgen Bogodistov - Part 1
Saison 2 · Épisode 21
vendredi 29 novembre 2024 • Durée 50:41
What if burnout is more than just a personal struggle? What if it’s a sign that our workplaces need to fundamentally change?
Welcome to Business Excellence for Managers, where we dive into the strategies and insights that empower leaders to create high-performing, resilient teams. Today, we’re exploring one of the greatest challenges facing modern managers: burnout.
I’m joined by two distinguished experts who bring a wealth of research and practical knowledge on this topic: Professor Yevgen Bogodistov from MCI - The Entrepreneurial School in Innsbruck, Austria, and Professor Jürgen Moormann from the Frankfurt School of Finance & Management in Germany.
Professor Bogodistov is a Full Professor of Strategic Management and Organizational Behavior whose research focuses on burnout, resilience, and how management decisions impact employee well-being. With a PhD in Business Administration from European-University Viadrina in Frankfurt, he has spent years studying the psychological dimensions of workplace stress and burnout prevention.
Professor Moormann, who has nearly three decades of experience at the Frankfurt School, is a specialist in process management and its impact on organizational culture.
As the head of the “ProcessLab” research team, he has published extensively on digital transformation and the balance between efficiency and employee satisfaction, particularly in the high-stakes world of finance.
In today’s episode, Yevgen and Jürgen help us unpack the causes of burnout from a management perspective. We’ll discuss how leaders can identify burnout risks early, balance job demands with resources and create a workplace culture that promotes both productivity and employee health.
Join us as we explore actionable steps to prevent burnout and cultivate a healthier work environment.
Timestamps:
00:30 Introduction to the Guests of the Podcast.
Master the Magic of Creating Empowered and Happy Organizations with Jack Skeels
Saison 2 · Épisode 20
mercredi 27 mars 2024 • Durée 01:01:33
Have you ever wondered how to master the magic of creating empowered and happy organizations?
In today's episode I speak with Jack Skeels, a former RAND senior analyst, and currently CEO of AgencyAgile, an Agile transformation and coaching firm that helps agencies, consultancies, and other complex service organizations go better, faster, and happier.
His career includes leading Sapient’s 105-person Los Angeles office and founding and executive roles in multiple startups. He is a coach to executives, a thought-leader, and wakes every day driven to create a revolution in leadership and management practices, optimal organization design, and delivery excellence.
Jack shares his personal journey, underscoring the pivotal moments that shaped his understanding of effective management practices. Highlighting the importance of supporting weaker employees, Jack stresses the significance of promoting a positive work environment to drive organizational growth and employee satisfaction.
He discusses the substantial impact of employee happiness on overall organizational performance, shedding light on its often underestimated significance.
Concluding the conversation, Jack shares insights into the skills and traits essential for effective management, touching upon the concept of situational leadership.
Join us as we share the secrets to creating empowered and happy organizations with Jack Skeels, a thought leader and advocate for revolutionizing leadership and management practices.
Timestamps:
[03:10] Jack Skeels' Journey and Passion.
[09:53] “Unmanaged – Master the Magic of Creating Empowered and Happy Organizations.” Summary of the
Book.
[12:35] The Importance of Developing Weaker Employees.
Measuring Employee Happiness.
How Environmental Sustainability Initiatives Boost Overall Business Excellence with Kumar Vijayendra
Saison 2 · Épisode 19
lundi 26 février 2024 • Durée 37:10
Have you ever wondered about the profound connection between achieving business excellence and ensuring environmental
sustainability? Well, today's episode is all about that connection.
We speak about the importance of sustainability in business, particularly for small businesses, sharing a success story of a local coffee shop.
Joining us is a prominent guest, Kumar Vijayendra, an accomplished author and speaker recognized for his expertise in Sustainable Operations Management. With an international perspective and nearly two decades of experience in driving
operational excellence, Kumar is on a mission to guide businesses towards strategies grounded in the 4Ps of Sustainability - People, Planet, Profit, and Purpose.
Kumar's thought-provoking articles have been featured in leading trade journals and respected research publications. His newly released book, "The Sustainable Entrepreneur", provides invaluable insights on leveraging sustainability for enhanced environmental impact and profitability.
As President of Footsteps and serving on various boards, Kumar's expertise is recognized across industries. He has been invited as a member of the Forbes Business Council in recognition of his thought leadership and contribution to small business sustainability.
Kumar holds an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh with a certification in Sustainability. He is a certified Six Sigma Green belt, a Certified Scrum Master, and a certified executive coach.
I am thrilled to introduce you to my amazing guest, Kumar :-)
Timestamps:
[03:50] Kumar’s Journey Highlights and Discovering and Nurturing His Passion.
[08:45] A dive Into Kumar’s Recently Published Book, "The Sustainable Entrepreneur."
[15:20] The Four Ps: People, Planet, Profit, and Purpose.
Mastering the Art of Networking as a Key to a Greater Success with Matt Sitter
Saison 2 · Épisode 18
lundi 5 février 2024 • Durée 29:13
In today's episode, we explore the power of networking for achieving career goals.
Our guest, Matt Sitter, who lives in San Francisco, is the CEO of AFN (Advantage Foundry Network), which is a global CEO Network dedicated to finding opportunity in change. In this role, Matt enables the collective and diverse wisdom of AFN’s membership to help Leaders deal with challenges, from dealing with their board to aligning their teams to driving their products into new markets.
He eagerly embraces his vocation, building great relationships, teams, organizations, and networks. He is also the Founder and Principal of Kinetic Path, offering executive coaching, leadership
development programs, and analysis of team effectiveness.
Matt has created tools for communication assessment, leader prioritization, and meeting optimization, advising leaders across diverse industries such as Technology, Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Defense, Real Estate, Healthcare, and more.
With a background in optimizing performance as a senior leader at organizations like the McChrystal Group, Matt's philosophy is shaped by collaborations with industry leaders, the military, and the public sector.
I am thrilled to introduce you to this amazing guest, Matt :-)
Timestamps:
[02:23] Explore our guest's business trajectory and passion.
[05:15] Delve into the role of networking for managerial and senior leaders' business success.
[08:05] The significance of growing and nurturing managers' networks.
[12:10] Qualities of an outstanding networker.
[14:50] A well-known figure with exceptional networking skills.
[16:30] About AFN (Advantage Foundry Network) and its offerings.
The Mojovation Effect: Leadership and Company Culture with Joe Apfelbaum
Saison 2 · Épisode 17
lundi 15 janvier 2024 • Durée 30:25
In today's episode we are going to speak about optimizing leadership skills, company culture and boosting “Mojovation”, which is a word used frequently by Joe Apfelbaum.
I have the pleasure of introducing you to Joe. He is the CEO and founder of Ajax Union, a B2B digital marketing agency in Brooklyn, NY. He’s a business strategist, LinkedIn expert, and Certified Google Trainer.
He enjoys speaking and writing about digital marketing, professional networking, and personal development in his seminars, webinars, and articles.
Joe is an author of various books. He has built several multi million dollar businesses. I am personally inspired by Joe’s high energy and positivity.
He is on a mission to help 1,000 hungry entrepreneurs go from frustration to ‘Mojovation’ via his online courses, books, and speaking engagements.
I am thrilled to introduce you to my amazing guest, Joe.
Timestamps:
[02:40] Joe’s path to passion.
[05:35] “Mojovation”: a deep dive into joe Apfelbaum's motivational world.
[07:52] Joe’s insights on traits of a good leader.
[10:15] Skillful leadership: Joe’s personal journey of growth.
[12:10] Joe on identifying and nurturing team leaders.
[14:45] Cultivating company culture.
[18:15] Joe shares insights on modern leadership challenges.
[19:40] Joe Apfelbaum’s do's and don'ts of strengthening your brand.
[22:40] Author spotlight: exploring Joe’s books on leadership and growth.
Conversation with SCRUM master, Rick Morris
Saison 1 · Épisode 16
mercredi 6 décembre 2023 • Durée 46:07
Excited to introduce our next podcast episode with the remarkable Rick A. Morris!
Rick is a certified Scrum Agile Master, best-selling author, and sought-after international keynote presenter. With credentials like PMP, MPM, Scrum Agile Master, and more, he's made a lasting impact across various industries. Rick has over 100 successful Project and Portfolio Management implementations to his name.
As the author of four books, including the Amazon #1 best-seller "No Day But Today!" and a regular voice on "The Work/Life Balance" radio show, Rick's insights are invaluable. He's now the National Delivery Lead for Enterprise Portfolio and Program Management Services at Centric Consulting, continuing his pursuit of excellence.
Today, our conversation explores SCRUM's compatibility with other project management methodologies.
If you already heard the conversation with Rick in the First WAVES podcast, then please note that this is the same recording, because I find this content very helpful for you as a manager as well.
Timestamps:
[03:20] Rick’s journey to where he is today.
[09:45] Exploring the world of SCRUM/Agile.
[14:55] The first steps in implementing Agile.
[26:30] Pros and cons of the SCRUM method.
[28:25] Agile vs. other project management methods: a closer look.
[31:20] Rick Morris: author of insightful books.
[39:05] Project manager at GE.
[42:50] Services offered by Rick and where to find him.
Elevate Your Leadership: Recognizing the Right Moments for Growth with Mustafa Ammar
Saison 1 · Épisode 15
mercredi 15 novembre 2023 • Durée 43:24
Think about how long you'll be working in your life. You should enjoy what you do because it makes you a more energetic and enthusiastic leader.
I'm excited to introduce our special guest, Mustafa Ammar. He's from Egypt, and he's traveled all over the world and is fluent in seven languages! Just like me, he thinks of himself as a global citizen.
Mustafa helps people make smart career moves. In other words, he's an expert at making your job feel less like work. Your job should be something that makes you happy and adds value to your company. If your job makes you tired and unhappy, it's harder to be successful.
Mustafa has changed careers many times, and he can give you the tools to make your next career move easier and less stressful.
He's been successful in many different fields, like pharmacy, working as a diplomat in China and Malawi, and in a big bank. Through it all, he focused on living his dream life, not the life others expected from him. He wants to help you make those big career changes, so you can follow your passions with confidence.
In his company called "The Passion MBA," they have a step-by-step plan for people who want to change careers, and they guide you, so you don't take big risks in your career change.
Timestamps:
[03:35] Managers thrive with motivated employees. Explore reasons behind hesitations in pushing employee development.
[08:05] Indicators of employee satisfaction or dissatisfaction. Learn the manager's role in guiding growth.
[11:27] Strategies for managers to support employee development.
[14:35] Do managers truly face limited growth prospects?
[18:10] Signs that indicate when it's time for a manager to consider moving on.
Narrative Excellence: Advancing Your Storytelling Skills with Doug Thompson
Saison 1 · Épisode 14
mercredi 25 octobre 2023 • Durée 44:50
In today's episode we delve into the art of storytelling and explore how you can learn a couple new tips and tricks to further improve your presentation and meeting skills.
It's my privilege to introduce you to Doug Thompson, a resident of Austin, Texas, and a seasoned storyteller plus TEDx Speaker. He specializes in telling stories and helping others learn storytelling skills and makes complex topics understandable for everyone.
He spent over two decades at Microsoft as their Director Technology Strategist and Artificial Intelligence Ambassador.
Today, Doug is the Chief Education Architect at Tanium, and he also hosts his own podcast titled The Doug Thompson Podcast.
Timestamps:
[01:35] Doug’s journey to storytelling.
[06:40] World-renowned individuals who have successfully applied storytelling techniques.
[08:40] The secrets of effective storytelling.
[11:50] The art of listening; good storyteller is a better listener.
[18:00] The power of storytelling in the modern corporate world: transforming employees and managers.
[22:15] Incorporate storytelling techniques into meetings and acquisitions.
[28:30] 3 Do's and don'ts for storytellers.
[41:25] Exploring Doug Thompson's offerings and reach.
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11:40 Promoting Well-Being to Top Management.
15:50 Quantifying the Cost of Employee Well-Being.
17:40 Recognizing and Addressing Burnout.
21:35 Preventing Mental Health Issues in the Workplace.
25:50 Tools for Continuous Improvement in Employee Well-Being.
27:10 The Role of Happiness in the Workplace.
31:20 The Influence of Music on Creativity and Work.
35:00 Where to Find Our Guests and Their Book.
Books mentioned in the conversation:
Process Management and Burnout Prevention: A Human-Centered Approach to Reducing Work-Related Stress-Yevgen Bogodistov & Jürgen Moormann
