Explore every episode of the podcast Can I Offer You Some Feedback?

Sara examines a survey by Enboarder, where 71% of employees agree that they need to have discussions with others to learn something new or change their thinking. Sara explains how collaborative learning can provide clarity, validation, and changes in perspective that leads to deeper understanding and more effective change implementation. Sara shares actionable steps for leaders to leverage this finding and ways to implement it in their organizations. Stream more episodes on your favorite podcast app!Research Revealed  is a production of MOD Network and Evergreen Podcasts.

This week, Sara interviews Erin, a development director at a nonprofit that helps individuals experiencing homelessness. Erin shares how she uses positive reinforcement to build trust and open communication to improve both giving and receiving feedback. Whether you’re looking to improve your feedback skills or curious on how it can foster growth, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways! Stream more episodes wherever you get your podcasts! Can I Offer You Some Feedback? is a production of MOD Network and Evergreen Podcasts.

This week’s Business Bite breaks down the PESTLE model – a powerful strategic analysis framework. Sara provides an overview of the six external factors that can impact any organization, and shares why this model is essential for understanding the broader context of your business operations. Stream more episodes on your favorite podcast app! Business Bites is a production of MOD Network and Evergreen Podcasts.

Sara chats with Carli Sidoti, brand and marketing leader at Buttoned Up Consulting, to explore the evolving landscape of marketing post-COVID and AI, the importance of strategic marketing, and how to effectively communicate and deliver feedback to clients. Stream more episodes on your favorite podcast app!Business Bites is a production of MOD Network and Evergreen Podcasts.

On this week’s Research Revealed, Sara discusses a Harvard Business Review report which highlights that 54% of leaders believe that the CEO of an organization should be highly engaged in leadership development training programs. Active participation is not just symbolic – it greatly impacts the effectiveness and perception of the training programs within the organization. Sara shares specific steps that CEOs can take in championing current initiatives and improve their effectiveness. Stream more episodes on your favorite podcast app!Research Revealed is a production of MOD Network and Evergreen Podcasts.

Sara interviews Blake, VP of client engagement at a staffing and recruiting company. Blake and Sara explore the nuances of how context, tone, and the relationship between individuals can shape the experience of giving or receiving feedback. Blake shares his insights into crafting meaningful, actionable feedback and creating a culture of open communication in your team. Stream more episodes wherever you get your podcasts! Can I Offer You Some Feedback? is a production of MOD Network and Evergreen Podcasts.

Sara covers the balanced scorecard, a powerful performance measurement and strategic management tool, on this week’s episode of Business Bites! Sara explains how the balanced scorecard can translate an organization’s vision and strategy into a set of measures – making it clear how to align business activities with strategic goals.  Stream more episodes on your favorite podcast app!Business Bites is a production of MOD Network and Evergreen Podcasts.

This week, Sara is joined by Sophia, CEO of Illuminate You Coaching. Sara and Sophia explore the evolving landscape of leadership, the importance of psychological safety, and the myths surrounding inclusive leadership. Discover actionable insights and best practices for fostering a growth mindset and empowering teams. Sophia is the author of The G.A.M.E. of Life: Illuminated Leadership, Fulfilled Life and contributing author for Leadership Unscripted, the Real, Raw, and Remarkable Stories of Women Who Lead Boldly. Stream more episodes wherever you get your podcasts! Can I Offer You Some Feedback? is a production of MOD Network and Evergreen Podcasts.

In this week’s Research Revealed, Sara draws insights from a Harvard Business Review global leadership development study and discusses why empathy, active listening and emotional intelligence are becoming crucial in the current work environment. This episode has actionable steps to cultivate these human centric skills within your organization and team to foster a more collaborative, inclusive, and resilient work environment. Stream more episodes wherever you get your podcasts! Research Revealed is a production of MOD Network and Evergreen Podcasts.

Genna, a senior manager at a nonprofit, joins Sara to explore the complexities of feedback in professional settings. They discuss emotional responses to feedback, the importance of intentionality, and Genna shares her perspective of what makes feedback meaningful! Stream more episodes wherever you get your podcasts! Can I Offer You Some Feedback? is a production of MOD Network and Evergreen Podcasts.

In this week’s Business Bite, Sara discusses the PDSA cycle – a powerful method for continuous improvement and problem-solving. Discover how this framework, developed by Dr. Walter Schuhart, can transform your business processes. Stream more episodes wherever you get your podcasts!

In this episode, Sara interviews Carrie Aguilar, a coach and consultant specializing in tech startup sales strategy. Carrie shares her background in tech sales and her experience in managing and training sales teams. They discuss the challenges of remote work and the importance of trust but verify in managing sales teams. Carrie emphasizes the need for a sales strategy in startups and the importance of understanding the problem the product solves. They also discuss the importance of delivering honest feedback and the impact of having a deliberate sales strategy in a startup environment.

In this episode, Sara discusses the importance of leaders being able to embrace ambiguity and uncertainty in today's rapidly evolving business world. She shares three steps to foster this ability in organizations: developing agility and adaptability, fostering a culture of innovation and learning, and enhancing communication and transparency. Sara also provides questions for self-assessment and strategies to help teams navigate change and remain productive. By focusing on these steps, leaders can enhance their teams' capability to thrive in uncertain conditions and guide organizations through complexity.

In this new episode of Can I Offer You Some Feedback, Sara brings on Courtney, a program development manager at a nonprofit. They discuss their initial reactions to feedback, preferences for giving and receiving feedback, and the importance of empathy and meaningful feedback. Courtney shares examples of receiving feedback in a remote work setting and emphasizes the need to check biases when giving feedback. They also discuss the importance of leading by example and creating a culture of feedback within teams.

This week Sara gives us a new Business Bite on mind mapping. A visual diagramming technique used to represent different words, ideas, tasks, and concepts branching out from a central idea. It was first popularized by Tony Buzan in the 1960s as a way to enhance memory and creativity. Mind mapping can be used for project planning, brainstorming, and problem-solving. Two key considerations when starting with mind mapping are identifying the central idea and using colors and images to enhance visualization. Mind mapping can help organize information, make connections more apparent, and stimulate creative thinking. Stream more episodes wherever you get your podcasts!

In this episode, Sara interviews Ginny Nemchick, a principal consultant of people operations, about the challenges and changes in HR and people operations in the past four years. They discuss the impact of COVID-19 on workplaces, the importance of values alignment, and the need for clear policies and practices. Ginny shares examples of clients who are successfully implementing positive changes and offers insights on delivering hard-to-hear feedback. They also discuss the value of investing in people operations and the role of external consultants in providing a fresh perspective. Stream more episodes wherever you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Research Revealed, Sara shares that employees who are welcomed by high trust leaders are four times more committed to their company. Trust and leadership play a vital role in an organization's success. Steps to move towards a high trust leadership model include modeling transparency, building genuine relationships, and recognizing and rewarding contributions. To improve trust, measure and understand the current level of trust in the organization and take specific actions to build trust during the onboarding process and throughout an employee's career.

In this new episode of Can I Offer You Some Feedback, Sara talks to an HR manager Jenn. They discuss feedback as a tool for personal improvement. Preferring to be the receiver of feedback, Jenn emphasizes the importance of timely and impactful feedback. She believes that creating a culture of feedback and modeling it at the highest levels is crucial. Listen to more episodes wherever you get your podcasts!

In this new episode Sara shares a business bite with us. A management philosophy that focuses on continuous improvement through small incremental changes referred to as Kaizen. It originated in Japan after World War II and has become a core principle in lean manufacturing and business management worldwide. Kaizen is applied in various areas such as production lines and customer service teams to improve efficiency and enhance processes. To implement Kaizen, it is important to encourage collaboration and a mindset of continuous improvement. Small manageable improvements over time lead to significant change and progress. Subscribe to the podcast for new episodes weekly!

In this Consultant episode, Sara talks with George, a consultant and coach specializing in HR and DEI consulting. They discuss DEI practices, the importance of mental health in the workplace, and the role of feedback in leadership development. George shares his approach to coaching and training, emphasizing the need for leaders to create a safe and inclusive environment for their employees. They also discuss the power of networking and building relationships in the HR and DEI space. Subscribe to the podcast for new episodes weekly! 

This week, Sara shares some research on the challenge of employee turnover and provides three steps that leaders can take to address it. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the reasons behind turnover and tailoring strategies to address them. Learn to measure the effectiveness of these strategies and focus on tactics that make a difference. The goal is to create a more committed workforce and retain valuable talent. Subscribe to the podcast for new episodes weekly!

Discover how to make feedback a positive experience in the latest episode of “Can I Offer You Some Feedback?”! Featuring the insightful Otto, a fundraising and development officer for a large nonprofit and a former real estate broker owner. Otto introduces a refreshing take on delivering constructive criticism with kindness and intention. Timing is everything! Sara and guest, emphasize the importance of allowing feedback to breathe. Learn how to balance immediacy with thoughtful reflection in your feedback conversations. Subscribe for new weekly episodes!

Sara shares a brand new Business Bite on Decision Matrix Analysis: a systematic approach to making complex business decisions. It involves scoring options against predefined criteria and creating a weighted total to determine the best choice. This method has been used since 1960 and gained popularity as businesses sought more structured decision-making approaches. Decision Matrix Analysis can be applied to various scenarios, such as selecting a vendor or prioritizing projects. Before using this method, it is important to define clear and measurable criteria and assign appropriate weights and scores to each criterion. Subscribe for new weekly episodes!

This week Sara shares a rerun with us, "What Employees Want". Some recent leadership research provided by Osi Tanner to understand if managers actually knew what employees were interested in. 79% of leaders reported they had a good sense of understanding of what their employees want, while less than half of employees identified with that. What does this mean for people that sit in a leadership position in an organization? How does one best support their team while still getting essential tasks done? Learn more about this by listening to the full episode and subscribe for new episodes weekly!

In this special rerun episode, Sara brings on non profit leader Tiffany. Over time her response to feedback has grown from anxious to excited for the opportunity to make changes. Her approach is to learn the person before jumping to providing feedback. Once that relationship is built, it’s more comfortable to get to a place of candid conversation.

In this special rerun episode, Sara brings on Rene, Founder of a product innovation firm with extensive training and experience in industrial design. They discuss the joys and challenges of giving and receiving feedback. It can be challenging not to look at feedback with an anxious eye. It’s important to have context and do the information gathering to make feedback impactful.

This week we hear a rerurn from Sara! She shares a business bite with us on Emotional Intelligence Assessments. A unique component that demonstrates how well an individual regulates emotions effectively. She shares the depths of Self Assessments, 180 Assessments and the 360 Degree Assessments. These can effectively develop tools to improve competency overtime. Subscribe for new episodes weekly and share this podcast with a friend!

In this special rerun episode, we are joined by Sarah Eppink, principal and founder of Aisling Group. Sara and Sarah dive into the practice areas of leadership, talent development, and coaching. They discuss how the boundary lines have shifted since COVID and how many leaders are adapting to the challenges. Hear more in this full episode available now and tune in weekly for more “Can I Offer You Some Feedback?”

In this special rerun episode, Sara is joined by James who has extensive experience in athletics and team development. In either setting, feedback has to be constant and specific. While in a professional setting, feedback provided with examples and details are very important. No matter the territory, for feedback to be meaningful it has to come from a place of trust and desire for someone to be better. Subscribe to this podcast today so you never miss an episode!

In this special rerun episode, Sara gives us a Business Bite on Gantt Charts and Project Timelines. Project timelines help us think about dates that are critical. A Gantt chart is typically a horizontal representation of a project with line items and overlapping bars, showing how long each task is going to take. It’s important to know how much work and dependencies need to be done in which order. By using a Gantt chart, effort and duration can be reflected. Hear more from the podcast and subscribe today!

This week on the podcast, Sara discusses Strength Based Assessments. This is an assessment tool that measures what a person is already doing well. Keeping in mind their unique strengths and capacities. The idea is to use these benefits of what people already do well to be able to enable them to do more. Not only as individuals but as a part of teams. Listen to the full episode available now and subscribe to the podcast for more! 

In this special consultant episode of the podcast, Sara brings on Kristen, founder of KM Career Coaching and Consulting. Listen to their conversation surrounding the potential impact of career coaching across the spectrum of employment. They discuss some misconceptions and benefits to career coaching. The unique opportunity of having a coaching experience helps professionals move forward no matter where they are in their careers. 

This week Sara provides some recent leadership research provided by Osi Tanner to understand if managers actually knew what employees were interested in. 79% of leaders reported they had a good sense of understanding of what their employees want, while less than half of employees identified with that. What does this mean for people that sit in a leadership position in an organization? How does one best support their team while still getting essential tasks done? Learn more about this by listening to the full episode and subscribe for new episodes weekly!

This week Sara brings on Jaclyn, a customer success manager at an open source software company. They discuss how feedback should be paired with empathy and curiosity while also having the best intentions. It’s easier to have constructive or corrective conversations when establishing credibility and building a relationship first.  

This week Sara gives us a Business Bite on Gantt Charts and Project Timelines. Project timelines help us  think about dates that are critical. A Gantt chart is typically a horizontal representation of a project with line items and overlapping bars, showing how long each task is going to take. It’s important to know how much work and dependencies need to be done in which order. By using a Gantt chart, effort and duration can be reflected. Hear more from the podcast with new episodes weekly! 

This week we are joined by Sarah Eppink, principal and founder of Aisling Group. Sara and Sarah dive into the practice areas of leadership, talent development, and coaching. They discuss how the boundary lines have shifted since COVID and how many leaders are adapting to the challenges. Hear more in this full episode available now and tune in weekly for more “Can I Offer You Some Feedback?”

This week Sara gives a special feature episode of Research Revealed! This is where she provides the latest research on team effectiveness, leadership development, and organizational behavior. In this new episode, Sara reveals leadership research from O.C. Tanner on shifts in current responsibility since the pandemic. How do these results affect operations? For more research revealed, subscribe to the podcast so you never miss a new episode! 

This week Sara talks with Liz, professor of environmental history. Hear their approach to conversations surrounding meaningful feedback, that is encouraging and promoting growth. They discuss the distinctions of gauging the type of feedback that needs to be given in different situations. What works for someone may look different with another person. Subscribe to the podcast for new episodes weekly!

This week, Sara shares a business bite with us on Emotional Intelligence Assessments. A unique component that demonstrates how well an individual regulates emotions effectively. She shares the depths of  Self Assessments, 180 Assessments and the 360 Degree Assessments. These can effectively develop tools to improve competency overtime.  Subscribe for new episodes weekly and share this podcast with a friend!

This week Sara gives a special Consultant Insights episode you’ll hear from another coach and consultant, who specializes in leadership development and communication strategy. In this episode Sara welcomes, founder and CEO of Minerva’s Legacy , Dani! They dive into the complexities of working with a range of clients as well as the importance of developing a communications strategy with teams. Listen to the full conversation and learn more about developing leaders on your team. Subscribe to the podcast for new episodes weekly! 

This week Sara presents a special feature called Research Revealed! Providing you with the latest research on team effectiveness, leadership development, and organizational behavior. In this new episode, hear research findings on how trust is shown in organizations. How can leaders improve the way employees perceive trustworthiness? For more research revealed, subscribe to the podcast so you never miss a new episode!

In this episode of “Can I Offer You Some Feedback?” Sara brings on Pat, an Operations Director and  Life Coach! They talk about remaining open to receiving an observation from someone and in doing so, making the other person feel comfortable to provide the feedback. Listen to new episodes weekly and subscribe to the podcast!

This week Sara gives a Business Bite on the DECIDE Model. Originally coined in the healthcare space, this business model is an acronym for activities needed in the decision making process. The DECIDE Model is simple yet designed to help us think about solution creation and executing the solution in mind. Subscribe to the podcast today for new episodes weekly! 

This week Sara talks with Kerry, head of HR at a Social Services Agency. They discuss the importance of providing and responding to feedback that moves the conversation forward. Rooting feedback in curiosity and understanding, while also being specific. Having the necessary conversations with vulnerability and bravery. Want more feedback conversations? Subscribe to the podcast for new episodes weekly!

This week Sara shares a decision making tool called, Fist to Five. This technique is a way to get consensus or quickly gain feedback from others in a meeting or a group setting. Using hands and fingers to show a level of agreement or disagreement to a statement. This is easy to implement, while giving the opportunity for clarity on what needs to be resolved. Subscribe to the podcast for new episodes weekly!

This week Sara welcomes Rita! She’s a digital fabrication, education consultant. They talk about providing feedback Organizationally and in the Education System. Breaking down comfortableness and approaching feedback alongside someone and not above them. Having the mindset that failing is ok. It’s a process that we might not get right the first time, but are in this together.

This week Sara shares a Business Bite with us on Interpreting Organizational Language. When thinking about learning a new language, there is a structure behind it. The same is true when going into a new organization. When trying to understand the concepts and rules, the context and word choice matters. It’s important to seek out understanding to make sure all parties are on the same page and using the same words. Subscribe to the podcast for weekly episodes! 

This week Sara welcomes Amanda, she’s an executive director of an LGBT chamber of commerce. They talk about being open to a conversation of feedback that comes with uncertainty. Debriefing, decompressing and thinking of the language around getting to what needs to be said. How can we approach feedback? What skills are put into place to reach that space of meaningful feedback? Stream the full episode now and subscribe for new episodes weekly! 

This week Sara gives a Business Bite on Cost of Difficult Behavior or conflict in the workplace. On the surface level, of course there are short term effects of not dealing with challenging behavior. It can be consequential for an organization to ignore this. It’s important to consider the implications that could manifest in the short, medium and long term, as a result of leaving conflict ignored. Subscribe to the podcast for more business bites! 

This week Sara welcomes Registered Dietitian and Health Coach Divya to the conversation! They talk about distilling the most important information in reacting to receiving feedback. While the feedback should be providing assistance and support for professional development and growth. It’s imperative to understand the why behind the improvement and provide guidance to make important changes, by using examples and recommendations. Subscribe to the podcast for new weekly episodes!