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In this engaging conversation, Elizabeth Bieniek discusses her innovative leadership approach as detailed in her book 'Cake on Tuesday.' She emphasizes the importance of fostering a fun and creative culture within teams, the value of healthy disagreement, and the metaphor of 'going outside' to inspire creativity and problem-solving. Elizabeth shares personal anecdotes and practical strategies for leaders to cultivate an environment where diverse opinions are welcomed, and innovation can thrive. In this conversation, Elizabeth Bieniek discusses her experiences in corporate strategy and innovation, emphasizing the importance of strategic hiring, shielding teams from corporate noise, and finding joy in the journey of personal and professional growth. She shares insights on how to approach hiring with a focus on cultural fit and passion, the significance of protecting teams from unnecessary distractions, and the value of learning from every experience.

Links
Cake on Tuesday Book

Lions Guide Academy

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A very real part of leadership is maintaining composure in high-pressure times. What are some keywords or go-to phrases you use to let your people know that you "got this?"

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Are you "always on stage?" Probably. But that doesn't mean you can't (or shouldn't) step off at times. 

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Following up with specific best practices and acions you can take right now if you need help wtiting a great performance review.

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Many leaders have a tendecy to cite the personality traits of their employees on performance reviews rather than the observable behaviors that led to the specific business outcomes being measured. This is both unfair to the employee and it's far less defensible if the employee decides to challenge the review.

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Many organizations are great at the process of holding people accountable. But if they don't have a strong coaching culture to back it up, the accountability will feel unfair and it will lower engagement. 

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Employees are reporting more and more that the accountability to which they're subjected isn't shared by their leaders. On this episode, we discuss the right and wrong ways to hold your people and yourself accountable.

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Summary
In this episode of Hacking Your Leadership, Flip Griffin discusses the essential elements of effective leadership, focusing on core beliefs, abilities, and applications. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, honesty, and transparency in leadership and the need for adaptability and simplicity in leadership practices. The conversation also delves into the concept of 'spam'—the pitfalls that can derail leaders, including issues related to sex, power, alcohol, and money. Overall, the episode provides valuable insights for leaders looking to enhance their effectiveness and navigate challenges in their roles.

Takeaways
Leadership starts from within. Honesty, consistency, and transparency build trust. Self-awareness is crucial for effective leadership. Adaptability is essential in today's changing environment. Simplicity in leadership can enhance effectiveness. Leaders must understand their authority and empower others. Recognizing the importance of core beliefs is foundational. Every leader is a servant leader. The concept of 'spam' highlights common leadership pitfalls. Creating a results-oriented work environment fosters a positive culture.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Partnership
04:23 Core Beliefs of Everyday Leadership
09:51 Core Abilities for Leaders
14:43 Core Applications in Leadership
18:41 Understanding Spam: Leadership Pitfalls

Links
Lions Guide Academy


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Since employee engagement is such an integral part of the success (or failure) of not just a business, but of the individual leaders within that business, The Hacking Your Leadership Podcast will be discussing all aspects of employee engagement on our Thursday shows this year.

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Being predictable is one of the most important things a leader can be. Your people will only come to you with important things if they can predict how you'll react to them (and if the prediction is that you're level-headed). On this episode, we dicsuss a LinkedIn post by a colleague. 

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There are right ways and wrong ways to aplogize. There are also some instances where simply apologizing isn't even effective. Today we discuss a conversation between Adam Grant and Malcolm Gladwell.

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We all know it's important to interact with your people often if you want them to be engaged. But if you're doing it in the wrong way you can end up stifling engagement instead.

Link to Forbes Leadership arricle: https://www.forbes.com/sites/dianehamilton/2025/01/04/quiet-quitters-vs-loud-leaders-the-new-battle-for-workplace-culture/

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Over the next 10 Holiday Hacks, we break down the most important trends in Human Resources as we go into 2025.

Link to article: https://www.aihr.com/blog/hr-trends/

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Over the next 10 Holiday Hacks, we break down the most important trends in Human Resources as we go into 2025.

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In this episode of Hacking Your Leadership, Lorenzo and Flip Griffin discuss the importance of leadership development and the partnership between Hacking Your Leadership and Lion's Guide. They explore the need for accessible leadership content, the different types of leaders, and the significance of self-awareness in leadership. Flip shares his military background and the vision behind Lion's Guide, emphasizing the need for relatable and simplified leadership training. The conversation also delves into the challenges of toxic leadership and the importance of personal growth for effective leadership.

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Since employee engagement is such an integral part of the success (or failure) of not just a business, but of the individual leaders within that business, The Hacking Your Leadership Podcast will be discussing all aspects of employee engagement on our Thursday shows this year.

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Most people are far more confident in themselves when promoting into a leadership role than they are at choosing people to promote into leadership roles. How do you navigate this?

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Yeah, it's what it sounds like. And it seems leaders are more guilty of it than their people.

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List of questions by Chris Donnelly:
1. Have I built an environment where my team feels safe to speak openly?

2. Have I clearly communicated our long-term goals and how their work contributes?

3. When a deadline was missed, did I address it with the team and discuss ways to improve next time?

4. Have I encouraged creative thinking and new approaches to solving problems?

5. When a significant change occurred, did I communicate openly with my team about the impact?

6. Have I invested time in mentoring and guiding my team’s personal growth?

7. When two team members had a disagreement, did I facilitate a resolution that was fair and productive for both parties?

8. Have I shown respect for different opinions, experiences, and backgrounds in my team?

9. Have I empowered my team to take ownership of their work and decisions?

10. After noticing an employee working late consistently, did I check in with them about their workload and encourage them to take time off?

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It sounds like a semantic argument but there's more to it.

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Discussing a recent study from Deloitte on the skills that workers want more of.

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Listener feedback from last Thursday's episode prompted a broader, continued discussion on emotional regulation.

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Discussing concepts from Kim Scott and how to get better at them.

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Chris and Lorenzo discuss a listener question about high-performers that can't agree on the same strategy.

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Since employee engagement is such an integral part of the success (or failure) of not just a business, but of the individual leaders within that business, The Hacking Your Leadership Podcast will be discussing all aspects of employee engagement on our Thursday shows this year.

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Discussing a recent question from a listener who was told they need to improve the way they deliver feedback to their people.

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Discussing how to ensure peers with different goals or expectations should work together in order to lift the performance of the team as a whole.

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Discussing a Forbes article where renowned coaches share advice they wish they had at the beginning of their careers.

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Discussing a Forbes article where renowned coaches share advice they wish they had at the beginning of their careers.

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Since employee engagement is such an integral part of the success (or failure) of not just a business, but of the individual leaders within that business, The Hacking Your Leadership Podcast will be discussing all aspects of employee engagement on our Thursday shows this year.

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Discussing a Forbes article where renowned coaches share advice they wish they had at the beginning of their careers.

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Since employee engagement is such an integral part of the success (or failure) of not just a business, but of the individual leaders within that business, The Hacking Your Leadership Podcast will be discussing all aspects of employee engagement on our Thursday shows this year.

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Discussing a Forbes article where renowned coaches share advice they wish they had at the beginning of their careers.

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Since employee engagement is such an integral part of the success (or failure) of not just a business, but of the individual leaders within that business, The Hacking Your Leadership Podcast will be discussing all aspects of employee engagement on our Thursday shows this year.

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