This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about what happens when a team gets out of sync and how to bring alignment back. Misalignment does not usually come from bad intentions. It comes from missed conversations, unclear priorities, and not having shared visibility into what is happening.   We break down why real alignment requires at least two people actively contributing to the conversation, not just one person talking. We also talk about the importance of intentional time together, clear meeting agendas, and simple tools that help everyone see progress, priorities, and decisions.   From the employee perspective, we explore how to speak up and re engage when things feel unclear. From the manager perspective, we talk about how to design meetings and workflows that create alignment instead of confusion. And from the executive perspective, we discuss how visibility and clarity help teams stay connected as work scales.   Alignment is not a one time event. It is something teams have to build and maintain together.   Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us:   Website: www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email: podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube: @PeopleCentricUS

This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about a powerful real world example of problem solving done well. A medical team brought in a Formula One pit crew to review their process, improve efficiency, and reduce errors. And it worked.   We break down why this story matters beyond healthcare. Great problem solving is not just about having the right answer. It starts with recognizing there is a problem and actually wanting to solve it. From there, it takes collaboration, curiosity, and sometimes inviting in outside perspectives that see things differently than you do.   From the employee perspective, we talk about speaking up when something is not working. From the manager perspective, we discuss creating space for collaboration and new ideas. And from the executive perspective, we explore why fresh insights and outside help can be a strength, not a weakness.   Better problem solving is possible when people are willing to look honestly at their work and stay open to learning from others.   Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us:   Website: www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email: podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS

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Effective management isn’t a mystery—it’s a cycle. In this episode, we break down what we call the management cycle: observe, give feedback, determine ownership, then coach or hold accountable. It’s a simple framework that helps leaders stay focused, fair, and people centric.   Employees will gain insight into how great managers make decisions and support growth. Managers will learn how to apply this cycle consistently to build trust and drive performance. Executives will reflect on how this approach scales across teams and aligns with organizational values.   And through every step of the cycle, one thing remains constant: the connection point is people.   Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us:

 

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We know that communication is the thing that all companies, managers, and coworkers struggle with. It is the number one thing that employees say needs improvement in all the organizations we work with. But if you think about it, simply saying that we need to improve communication is pretty vague. There is no real "communication standard" that people work within, there are no real communication expectations or even really best practices out there. So, how can people know if communication is good or not? And what happens when communication is not good? Listen now to hear the People Centric team discuss what we see when communication breaks down and some things we see from the best communicators. 

 

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"The people we are interviewing these days are SO ENTITLED. They demand things that we NEVER had at their age." We have heard some growing frustrations from hiring managers and company leaders and their feelings about entitlement. In this episode, the team breaks down what we think it means to be entitled, how different generations react to entitlement, and how to turn entitlement into engagement. Listen now.  Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Think about your first really impactful boss or leader. How did their leadership style influence how you choose to lead now? We all have things from our past that impact how we work and how we lead. In this episode, Don and Diana break down why looking to our past leaders might help us decipher why we do what we do now. Listen now to learn more about the leadership shadow that follows all of us. 

 

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Giving feedback is always a challenge for leaders - but RECEIVING feedback is just as difficult. No one wants to hear the things they are doing wrong, but most people do want to do good work. One of the best ways to ensure that you are able to receive and apply the feedback you are given is to build a coachable mindset. On today's episode of the People Centric Podcast, Bethany Taff and Diana Royalty discuss the traits that limit or excel a person's willingness to be coached.  Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

It should come as no surprise to you that People Centric has our own definition of leadership. We say that leadership is, simply, influence. And that means that everyone is a leader because everyone is influencing someone all the time - whether you realize it or not. Furthermore, most people hear the words "Influence" and "leadership" and we instantly think they are positive things. But on this episode of the People Centric Podcast we examine how people can lead others positively and negatively. We break down the moments in which negative leadership happens and what it looks like to Lead Well. 

 

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In our episode about transparency (and when to not be totally transparent), we touched on the topic of a manager oversharing information with employees. Your manager is just a person, and people get overwhelmed, or conflict avoidant, or have a bad day, or are unconfident about how to move something forward - and people can start to overshare things with people that have no power or authority to fix them. And that is what the People Centric Team talks about in this episode of the People Centric Podcast. When a manager brings problems to an employee in an unhealthy way, what is the expectation of that employee, how should that employee react, and what can managers do to avoid this situation entirely? Listen now for our thoughts on this all too common interaction. 

 

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People Centric are advocates for transparency in the workplace! We say that communication should go top to bottom, bottom to top, side to side, and everywhere in between. We say that employers should be open, and vulnerable, and even share financials with employees. But we admit that there are times when total transparency is a bad idea. So, in an effort to be transparent with you all, the People Centric team laid out the times when a company or manager can't or shouldn't be totally transparent.  Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Adults learn differently than kids. When we are kids we absorb information, and since we have little experience with the world, we need a lot of guidance and supervision. As adults, we need so much more: we need to be able to connect our past experiences to the new ones, we need autonomy to problem solve, we need the ability to process and take time away from learning to absorb and solidify the information in our minds, we need the information to be relevant and timely - and the list goes on. In this episode of the People Centric Podcast, the team breaks down how adult learning theory affects our training at work and even how we feel about learning new things at work. 

 

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It is currently estimated that about 2/3 of all jobs will be exposed to AI or Automation to some degree. That is a lot of employees that will be affected by AI or Automation in their careers. In this episode, the People Centric team talks about their predictions for work and integrating this new tech. The team also explores best practices for installing, implementing, and using AI and Automation. And of course, since we are People Centric, we discuss how these innovations impact the employee and the team and how to best integrate these for a People Centric approach to technology. 

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Have you heard someone complaining about how no one is "Loyal" these days? In the US the average length a person stays in a job is 4 years. This average decreases when you look specifically at Gen Z and Millenials - whose average is 2 and 2.5 years, respectively. In this episode, the People Centric team explores what it means to be "loyal" to a company in today's workforce and the implications of loyalty on an individual and a team. Listen now! 

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AI tools are everywhere now, but are we using them wisely? In this episode, we talk about the rise of “AI workslop,” the messy, impersonal output that can result when we rely too heavily on automation without human discernment. We explore why the human element still matters and how thoughtful use of AI can enhance, not replace, good work.   From the employee perspective, we discuss how AI can support productivity without sacrificing authenticity. Managers will hear how to guide teams in using AI responsibly. Executives will reflect on the strategic balance between innovation and intentionality.   At the center of it all is a reminder: technology is powerful, but people are irreplaceable.   Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us:

 

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Most of us know that a key to success is having a great mentor. In this episode we explore the idea that the people being mentored have a significant value to the person doing the mentoring. Today, the People Centric Team shares their advice on approaching, addressing and reacting to the conversation. Listen now to hear more about how you can get the best out of your mentoring relationships! Share with us the impact a mentor (or mentee) has had on your life, we can't wait to hear it!

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According to a recent Bankrate survey, 56% of the workforce is looking to change jobs in the next year. That is up from 51% in 2022. This means that whether you are looking to leave your job or you are the one looking to attract new talent - you need to understand some basic hiring red flags!  In this episode, the People Centric Team talks through red flags like poorly defined company values, wonky org charts, and strenuous interview processes. The team also dishes out some green flags you should be looking for or incorporating in your hiring process! Listen now and tell us, what ones did we miss? 

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We have all seen someone who we KNOW is just playing solitaire on their computers, but they use a focused face and LOOK super engaged in their "work" - and let's face it, you have probably done that a time or two yourself. It is human nature. But, we work with leaders who are constantly trying to measure or quantify how productive the employees are. They often use things like, "my employees look busy" as a measure of this productivity. In this episode the People Centric team talks through why managers would want to measure productivity, how to do this best, and the pitfalls of wanting humans to be 100% productive 100% of the time. 

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Hey, we get it: work never stops, the assembly line is always moving, the order has to be filled and the widget has to be made. But is it healthy to continue to push, with no pause to invest in your people with things like team builders, team meetings, performance evaluations, ongoing training, etc? Listen how the People Centric team discusses the benefits of taking a "time out" to invest in YOUR team.   Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Trust is the glue that holds teams together, enables open communication, and fosters collaboration. Gaining the trust of your fellow team members, other leaders, and stakeholders is crucial for achieving organizational goals and creating a positive work environment. In this episode, the People Centric team shares how we build trust through empathy, authenticity, and logic. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS # And don't forget to hit that subscribe button to deep dive with us into leadership development, teamwork, organizational culture, and much more. People Centric creates workplaces where people are happier, healthier, aligned, and empowered. Because, even in this rapidly evolving workforce landscape, business is personal. 

With so many work options out there, we thought we would take a minute to discuss the difference between big business and small business.  Whether you are looking for something new, deciding if you want to scale, or curious about how the other side lives, this episode is for you. Listen now. 

 

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We have seen a surprising number of articles saying that the key to good management is "creating buy in," but these articles leave out how to do that!! It is like we always say, the science is there, but the engineering is not. In this episode we are telling you all of our tips for HOW to create buy in. Listen now. 

 

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We have heard managers say, "I am not a micromanager, I just know how I want it done" or "no, I don't micromanage, I just help my team because I have done this for so long..." The truth is that most managers have no idea when then are micromanaging. On this episode of the People Centric Podcast we break down what it means to be a micromanager, what it means to manage, and how you might need to do both to be an effective leader. Listen now! 

 

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The phrase "executive presence" probably conjures up images of someone standing at the front of a table or at a large wooden desk wearing a dark grey suit.  You might even think that this person is decisive, or an innovator. These traits are often assigned to someone with "executive presence", but did you know that a study of executives' characteristics by Gallup Strengths Finder showed that there is not a magical combination of traits that make up an executive? We discuss this and what the People Centric team has seen that makes up a good executive on this episode. 

 

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Bad ideas exist. We would venture to guess that you have been in a meeting where a bad idea was dropped. OR you have had to execute an idea that you think is terrible. A bad idea refers to a concept, plan, or decision that is considered unwise, ineffective, or potentially harmful. It may be based on flawed reasoning, insufficient information, or a lack of consideration for potential consequences.

We discuss that what may be considered a bad idea in one situation could potentially lead to positive outcomes in another. Ideas can be subjective, and the assessment of whether an idea is good or bad often depends on the specific circumstances, goals, and values involved.

Listen to this episode to find out more!

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Not all leadership roles are created equal, and that is by design. In this episode, we break down the distinct responsibilities of supervisors, managers, and executives. What should each role be focused on? How do they work together to drive success? And what happens when they lose focus where they should be focusing? From the employee perspective, we explore how understanding leadership roles can improve communication and expectations. Managers will gain clarity on their unique position between strategy and execution. Executives will reflect on how their leadership sets the tone for the entire organization. And at the heart of it all? People. No matter the title, the true connection point for every leader is their relationship with others. Whether you're leading a team or being led by one, this episode helps decode the layers of leadership and how they shape the workplace.

 

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In the field of psychology, "the shadow" refers to a concept developed by Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung. Jung believed that the human psyche is composed of various components, including the ego (conscious mind) and the personal unconscious. Within the personal unconscious lies what he called the shadow.

The shadow represents the aspects of our personality that we tend to reject, deny, or repress. It consists of the parts of ourselves that we deem unacceptable, undesirable, or socially unacceptable. These can include our fears, insecurities, aggressive tendencies, selfishness, and other traits that we find difficult to acknowledge or integrate into our conscious identity.

In this episode of the People Centric podcast we share how the Shadow shows up at work and what you can do to avoid these negative connotations and work toward the brightest version of yourself.

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Every time I hear the phrase "It's just business, it isn't personal" I cry. Because BUSINESS IS PERSONAL - we spend our time here, we work hard here, and we want to do well here. So to say that giving my time and energy and effort isn't personal is pretty crummy. But what happens when we feel sad or mad or frustrated at work? Is it ok to have emotions at work? Is it ok to cry at work? Is it ok to say that you are mad at work? We talk about all of this and more on this episode of the People Centric Podcast. 

 

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For many years the phrase "The customer is always right" has been something that managers have touted and employees have rolled their eyes at. And even more recently, in light of the entitled customer era, the customer is most definitely not always right. In this episode of the People Centric Podcast we talk about why it is more important to focus on the Employee Experience and not the customer experience, because, after all - the employees are the ones who make the experience for the customer. Listen now to find out more! 

 

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Have you ever been working on something and a leader or manager swoops in, says a bunch of stuff, and then flies away... It is a common thing that leaders do - often unintentionally - and we have a name for this type of leadership. It is called the Swoop and Poop. I bet that you know someone who has done this and have maybe done it yourself a time or too. Listen now to learn more! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

In theory, servant leadership sounds like every employee's dream. Servant leadership is a style in which a leader focuses on serving and supporting their team, rather than directing and telling. Servant leaders often listen and collaborate and take on whatever is best for the team. So what could possibly go wrong?! We will tell you: Accountability. And while Accountability gets a bad rap from everyone in the workplace, it is essential to creating a culture where people are happy, healthy, aligned, and empowered. Listen to this episode to find out more about how servant leadership can serve you and your team! 

 

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We have often said that one good outcome of the pandemic is that people embraced virtual meetings and video conference technology. The People Centric team was using this long before the pandemic began and we had several clients that just didn't want to adopt this technology. But when the pandemic hit many technology-resistant clients, friends, and coworkers adopted it quickly and effectively.  Since then, we have all had days with back-to-back zoom calls, video-called a coworker who was just in the other room, and (we know you have done this) turned off our cameras just to have a second to rest our eyes. And now, employers are calling for a return to the office even though we all know we can do our jobs virtually with a high degree of success. We wondered if it is possible to be technologically efficient and still People Centric. Is there a world where technology can integrate with people and relationships healthily and sustainably? 

 

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We all make mistakes. We are all human and it happens - even to the most detail-oriented and careful people, it still happens! But what does it mean to actually "own your mistakes"? Is there ever a time when an apology just isn't enough - and what do you do about it then? And can we learn from our mistakes to build our skills? The People Centric team talks through all of this, and more on this episode of the People Centric Podcast. 

 

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Communication is one of the hardest things for people and businesses to conquer. Most people feel like they are good communicators and that others lack in the area. But the truth is true communication goes both ways. Did you know that there are different communication styles? And that we communicate better with people who have the same style as we do. In this episode, we break down the communication styles and how you can use this information to become a better communicator.  Want to know your communication style? Take our quiz and find out now:  tinyurl.com/PCcommstyles

 

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Employers often say that they want "good problem solvers" or people with "problem-solving skills" but when we ask them what they mean by that the answers vary wildly. And when we ask employees how they feel they are at problem-solving, they always say that they are good at it. When we ask them if they are given opportunities to problem solve they say, "rarely"! This is a problem-solving problem. Employers want it and employees have it, but the chances to use it are few and far between. In this episode, we discuss some ideas about how employees can take the reigns more and how managers can get out of the way to access those in-demand problem-solving skills!  Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

We have all had to learn new things in our job. It might be a new software or new program, but sometimes new things stick easier and sometimes we forget them instantly and have to ask a ton of questions again. When we are the ones teaching new information, we always think that we are clear and understandable, and it is frustrating when - inevitably - someone comes back and says, "I don't understand" or "I didn't do it that way". So what makes us learn at work? What are the things that stick and the things that don't? Why do we instantly pick up on some things, but not all things? In this episode, we discuss the best ways to make training impactful and tips for how you can be a better student AND a better teacher at work!  Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website:www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email:podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube:@PeopleCentricUS

Hope isn’t just a feeling, it’s a leadership strategy. In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between leadership and hope. Using real client examples and heartfelt insights, we discuss how great leaders don’t just inspire hope, they incite action around it.   From the employee perspective, we talk about what it feels like to work in a hopeful environment. Managers will hear how to cultivate hope through clarity, empathy, and consistency. Executives will reflect on how hope can be embedded into strategy, culture, and vision.   If you’ve ever wondered how to lead with optimism without losing realism, this episode is your guide to turning hope into momentum.

 

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Music has a way of speaking to us all: sometimes we hear our love stories, sometimes we hear our past selves, and sometimes, as consultants, we hear good business advice! So, just for fun, we pulled together some of our favorite lyrics that we thought were also good leadership lessons. So, get some songs stuck in your head and enjoy some leadership and laughter on this episode of the People Centric Podcast.    Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website: www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email: podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube: @PeopleCentricUS

Authenticity can help people build relationships, express new ideas, and even help deal with conflict. But sometimes, it is a bad idea to be totally and authentically you. We know that this sounds a little anti-people centric, but sometimes, being totally authentic can undermine your credibility or damage your reputation. In this episode, we discuss the times when you should be you and when your whole self should take a back seat. 

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We did an episode early in our podcast history called Setting Boundaries at Work. It is our most downloaded episode. But we did this episode over 2 years ago - and the world, the workforce, and many workplace dynamics have changed a lot since then. So we decided to revisit this episode and give you an updated version of Boundaries at Work. If you want to hear our previous Boundaries at Work Episode (which still has some great information in it), you can listen to it here: 

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Have you ever heard of this so-called "Skills Gap"? It often coincides with a survey done with leaders, where leaders state the skills that they feel the workforce is missing. The studies then go on to list the top technical and top soft skills that are missing from teams. We hear about these things and have to address the elephant in the room: the skills that are "missing" from teams are generally not missing, but those skills are being squashed by bad management. We discuss the skills gap and more in this episode. 

 

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The word accountability can make people shudder. It conjures up images of reprimands in closed-door meetings in front of HR personnel and their angry clipboards. But accountability gets a bad rap. Listen now to discover how good accountability can build psychological safety, promote fair and equitable workplaces, and allow teams to hold a higher standard together.      Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website: www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email: podcast@peopleccg.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS Twitter: @PeopleCentricUS YouTube: @PeopleCentricUS

When you are faced with a big decision, how do you know when to go for it and when not to? Do you write a pros and cons list? Do you listen to your gut or your heart? 

When is taking a leap the right call? The People Centric team discusses this and more in this episode!    Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website: www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email: podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS Twitter: @PeopleCentricUS YouTube: @PeopleCentricUS

Communication is a habit. And the ways we communicate further engrain us in our communication habits. In this episode, the People Centric Team discusses the difference between managed communications and natural communications, and how those interactions help or hinder communication with others.    Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website: www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email: podcast@peopleccg.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS Twitter: @PeopleCentricUS YouTube: @PeopleCentricUS

Languishing: failure to succeed or lack of vitality.  We are seeing it. We are feeling it. It could be that the holidays are over and it has been a bit dreary, maybe it is because we were already burnt out from the years past and the new year offers little respite, perhaps we all need a hug and some encouragement - but in any case, there are people all around us that are languishing at work. Languishing is that feeling of an inability to move things forward, when we wake up in the morning and say, "I am doing it, but I am just not feeling it". If you or someone you know is languishing - listen to this episode to hear more about what you can do to find your sparkle again!  Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website: www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email: podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS Twitter: @PeopleCentricUS YouTube: @PeopleCentricUS

Do you have psychological safety on your team? In this episode we talk about how teams who feel safe with one another are more likely to explore ideas openly, not shut down their teammates, have freedom to ask questions, and simply have a mutual respect for each other. Join us as we talk through the signs of when psychological safety is present or lacking and what you can do to improve it!

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All the recent phrases like quiet quitting, quiet firing, and even ghosting are all ways we are just avoiding conflict. The People Centric team unpacks this position and discusses the pros and cons of this type of conflict avoidance and how to use them at work. 

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Leadership quotes are everywhere: on posters, in meetings, sprinkled throughout motivational speeches, and absolutely everywhere on social media. But do they actually reflect good leadership? In this episode, we take a closer look at popular leadership phrases like “Lead, follow, or get out of the way” and explore whether they inspire or mislead.   From the employee perspective, we talk about how these sayings land in real work environments. Managers reflect on whether these quotes help or hinder team dynamics. Executives consider the deeper implications of the language they use to lead.   Listen now for a thoughtful, sometimes humorous, and always People Centric conversation about the words we use to shape workplace culture.

 

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We often hear leaders say, "If I see a rockstar I will hire them and figure it out later." Or even, "I am looking for the unicorns. I want only the best."  But here is the reality of the situation - Rockstars can burn bright and easily burn out. And unicorns don't exit. Listen now to hear more about how role clarity and understanding people are key to hiring (and keeping) great talent. 

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Bullying. Disrespect. Crossing Boundaries. Hostile Work Environment. We have often heard people use these words when explaining how they feel or the situations they are facing at work. These words cause us to stop and ask many many more questions. Have you thought about the words that you are using when you describe a situation and how those words may affect the next steps? Have you thought about the impact that simple words have? Hear why we emphatically say, "words matter" in this episode. 

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There is currently a bill in the US congress to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act and reduce the number of hours in a workweek from 40 down to 32, essentially going from a 5-day work week to a 4-day work week. The People Centric team had plenty to say on this topic and we have put it here in this episode of our podcast. Listen now or watch us on YouTube (@PeopleCentricUS).  Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us: Website: www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email: podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS Twitter: @PeopleCentricUS YouTube: @PeopleCentricUS