Best The Soft Skills Group Podcasts (2024)

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Exploring Art, Spirituality, and Entrepreneurship: A Conversation with Delita Martin, Owner of Black Box Press Studio 27:59

2h ago27:59

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In this episode of Design Your Life & Business - The Leaders Podcast, host Jevon Wooden is joined by Delita Martin, an artist and the owner of Black Box Press Studio. Join them as they discuss: Building a thriving career in the arts The importance of focus Delita’s community-oriented approach Delita’s career journey Advice for aspiring artists and …

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Episode 118 - How to Handle New Arrivals and Group Challenges Year-Round 27:00

2h ago27:00

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Every day, I receive several emails that share your current biggest struggles as a teacher who works with EL students, whether you're exclusively with multilingual students or you have ELs in your regular education classroom. I read every single email, and although I don't always have the time to respond to you personally, I take all things you tel…

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My Stakeholder Interview Process for Game-Changing Feedback 27:54

3h ago27:54

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Ep #233: My Stakeholder Interview Process for Game-Changing Feedback Feedback is the secret weapon that can propel you to your next big promotion. But here’s where things often go wrong: When you get the wrong kind of feedback, it can actually make you better in your current role instead of helping you advance to the next one. This is why you can b…

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Micromanagement Traits: How to Identify and Avoid Them 8:50

1h ago8:50

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Few things frustrate workers more than dealing with micromanagers. In this episode, AEU LEAD Director Joe White breaks down the traits associated with micromanagement and offers suggestions to help supervisors identify and avoid them in their daily interactions with employees. View this episode on the AEU website. About Joe As Director of AEU LEAD,…

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MindPoint Group: Cybersecurity for Federal Civilian Agencies | Jen Moyars 21:14

4d ago21:14

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Send us a Text Message. MindPoint Group focuses on all aspects of cybersecurity in their contracts with civilian federal agencies, shares Jen Moyars, Associate Director of Talent Acquisition and Resource Management. Learn what surge support can mean for your security clearance, the importance of being responsive when interviewing, and how long-term…

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Strategies for Business Success, from Hiring to Growth: A Conversation with Michelle Morris, Owner of Southern Cadence Cuisine 33:40

7d ago33:40

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In this episode of Design Your Life & Business - The Leaders Podcast, host Jevon Wooden is joined by Michelle Morris, the owner of Southern Cadence Cuisine. Join them as they discuss: The importance of time blocking and scheduling Building a team of complementary skills The need for a visionary mindset Michelle’s journey as an entrepreneur Balancin…

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The Teacher's Guide to Changing Careers with Ashley Philipps 41:16

17h ago41:16

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Ep #232: The Teacher's Guide to Changing Careers with Ashley Philipps Feeling stuck in a job that’s no longer working for you? Many corporate women leaders find themselves in the same boat, wanting to switch industries but completely lost on how to actually make it happen. (This can feel extra difficult when you’re stepping into a field where you h…

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Episode 117 - Clocking In: Cultural Perspectives on Time and Social Interactions 17:57

4d ago17:57

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As EL teachers, we need to possess a variety of skills, and not all of them are clear cut. Besides the obvious ones, such as being knowledgeable in teaching methodologies, standards, and educational psychology, as a teacher of multilingual learners, one must also possess acute cultural awareness. And that goes not only for EL teachers, but for all …

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Building trust and rapport in a hybrid work environment with Renée Walkom 39:36

2d ago39:36

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In this episode of the Soft Skills Salon podcast, host Diana Kawarsky and guest Renée Walkom, COO at Foxquilt, discuss the evolution of soft skills in the post-COVID workplace. They explore the challenges of building rapport in hybrid environments, the role of technology in communication, and the importance of empathy and vulnerability in leadershi…

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Avian: Developing and Caring for Employees | Melissa Gilpin 20:37

11d ago20:37

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Send us a Text Message. Talent Acquisition Specialist Mel Gilpin is a graduate of Avian's Leadership Development Program, a one-year program to develop employees’ skills and knowledge. Avian supports NAVAIR programs in the Pax River area of Southern Maryland, among other opportunities. Learn about Coffee with Kevin, Jump Balls, and the importance o…

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Why Patience with People and Processes is Key to Business Success with Tad Horsley of US Power Pros 16:01

3d ago16:01

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In this episode of Design Your Life & Business - The Leaders Podcast, host Jevon Wooden is joined by Tad Horsley, the owner and Master Electrician at US Power Pros. Join them as they explore: Approaches to hiring and training employees The need for a positive work environment The value of seeking advice from experienced professionals Challenges fac…

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Episode 116 - Do These 5 Things BEFORE Summer Break to Feel More Organized and Refreshed 16:23

14d ago16:23

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As the summer break is nearing, it seems that time flies faster and faster. Between all of the award ceremonies, field days, final exams, and graduations, there's no space to even breathe. In this season, the desire to put off paperwork and lesson planning for next year is sometimes irresistibly strong, and I'm saying this because I've been there. …

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How to Get Promoted When There’s "No Room at the Top" 30:15

3d ago30:15

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Ep #231: How to Get Promoted When There’s "No Room at the Top" I understand how demotivating it can be to know you deserve a seat at the table…but every single role seems permanently filled. And it’s doubly frustrating when your organization champions diversity and inclusion, yet every executive position is currently held by a man. So what’s a corp…

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BasisPath: Soft Skills Are Critical, Even for Technical Jobs | Mary Toxey 26:17

14d ago26:17

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Send us a Text Message. Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and good communication skills are keys to career success, even for most technical positions. Discover more about why those skills are so important from Mary Toxey, USAF veteran, COO and BasisPath Co-Founder. “If you help us win this contract or get this new work, we're going to pay …

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Soft Skills for Success in a Technological Era: Insights From Paul Pavlou, Dean of the C.T. Bauer College of Business at the University of Houston 41:08

10d ago41:08

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In this episode of Design Your Life & Business - The Leaders Podcast, host Jevon Wooden is joined by Paul Pavlou, the Dean of the C.T. Bauer College of Business at the University of Houston. Join them as they explore: The impact of technology on academia Skills necessary for success in the changing landscape of business and education Strategies for…

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Episode 115 - Personalized Learning for EL Students: The Power of Choice Boards 21:27

17d ago21:27

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With the school year almost at the end for many of us, or even finished for some, I wanted to revisit one of the episodes I recorded a while back because I know that it will really come in handy. Either now or at the start of the new school year. Honestly, anytime. What I'm talking about is how to use choice boards in your El classroom. What they a…

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How to Advocate For More Diversity in Leadership with Hady Méndez 37:43

10d ago37:43

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Ep #230: How to Advocate For More Diversity in Leadership with Hady Méndez Many organizations and leaders understand the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. So why are we still so far behind? Why do women, People of Color, and other underrepresented employees continue to struggle to advance to higher levels of leadership? And wh…

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MissionEdge Technologies: #BringTheEdge Cybersecurity | Wayne Schmidt 24:28

22d ago24:28

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Send us a Text Message. MissionEdge Technologies is a cybersecurity company that has a four-pronged plan for growth, shares CEO Wayne Schmidt. Wayne focuses on the importance of work-life balance and why that’s important to him, the MissionEdge hiring process, why it’s OK to say “I don’t know” in an interview, and the meaning of the company’s #Brin…

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Navigating Toxic Work Environments in the PhD Journey 42:55

17d ago42:55

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Summary In this episode, Nóra interviews Hanna Sänger, an entrepreneur and former scientist, about her startup that aims to improve the well-being of PhD students. They discuss the challenges and struggles faced by PhD students, including toxic work environments, mental health issues, and the pressure to perform. Hanna shares her own experience of …

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The Fulfillment Mindset: How Tony Martignetti, Founder of Inspired Purpose Coaching, Finds True Happiness Within 25:36

17d ago25:36

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In this episode of Design Your Life & Business - The Leaders Podcast, host Jevon Wooden is joined by Tony Martignetti, founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of Inspired Purpose Coaching. Join them as they explore: The power of the fulfillment mindset How to connect with your future self The significance of meaningful connections in the digital worl…

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The Danger of Less-Obvious Toxic Bosses and How to Handle Them 22:58

18d ago22:58

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Ep #229: The Danger of Less-Obvious Toxic Bosses and How to Handle Them When we think of toxic bosses, our minds jump to the obvious offenders: aggressive, dismissive, openly rude – basically bullies. But what if I told you there’s a more insidious type of toxic boss lurking in the shadows of your workplace? The kind that isn’t overtly awful or con…

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Episode 114 - The What and Why of a Scope and Sequence for EL Newcomers 12:26

18d ago12:26

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When I ask teachers: if you could have a magic wand, what would you wish for you in your teaching situation, I get so many requests for a scope and sequence for newcomers and for a newcomer curriculum. So in today’s episode, I wanted to go back to the basics and talk a little bit about the scope and sequence for English language learners. I will be…

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How to Prepare for and Lead a Group Presentation 8:32

18d ago8:32

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On occasion, supervisors are called upon to lead group presentations. For many, it requires overcoming the fear of public speaking. It also involves translating thoughts or ideas into a series of seemingly connected discussion points for a desired outcome or purpose. In this podcast episode, AEU LEAD Director Joe White provides suggestions anyone p…

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Mistakes to Avoid in Your Military Transition 18:39

1M ago18:39

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Send us a Text Message. This special Bonus Episode highlights mistakes to avoid in your military transition, along with steps to make your transition to the civilian world successful. We also include explanations of terms such as prime contractors, subcontractors, contingent offers, sourcers, recruiters, hiring managers, and more. Find show notes a…

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Crafting an Incomparable Brand: Dr. Mario McCoy's Journey 33:35

25d ago33:35

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In this episode of Design Your Life & Business - The Leaders Podcast, host Jevon Wooden is joined by Dr. Mario McCoy, Founder and CEO of the fashion brand Incomparable. Join them as they explore: - The story behind the Incomparable brand and its commitment to sustainability - Conducting thorough market research and product development processes - V…

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Episode 113 - How to Use AI to Help Your Students Access Content Plus My Favorite Tools 17:49

1M ago17:49

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Technology has increasingly become an integral part of teaching, and honestly, I cannot imagine teaching a lesson without it. Of course, I would if I needed to and I would have to adapt, but it just makes things so much faster and easier. From pulling up an image to complement the topic, to checking the correct MLA format, to grabbing precise defin…

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How Young Girls Are Changing the Future of Leadership 34:01

1M ago34:01

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Ep #228: How Young Girls Are Changing the Future of Leadership If we want to reshape the leadership landscape, we must begin with our young girls. That's why this episode of Women Changing Leadership is dedicated to my daughter, Elizabeth, and all the young girls out there who are learning to use their voices, push boundaries, and discover their fu…

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CenCore: Why Attention to Detail & Transparency Matter | Adam Fife 20:59

1M ago20:59

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Send us a Text Message. Adam Fife, CEO of CenCore, shares the importance of excellence and attention to detail in a high-performance environment. Learn about the National Security Program that helps to green the polygraph workforce, Adam’s views on hybrid work and how long that will take to be implemented widely, plus why you shouldn’t job hop. “It…

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The Power of Writing a Book: Boost Your Business with Divya Parekh 30:16

1M ago30:16

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In this episode of Design Your Life & Business - The Leaders Podcast, host Jevon Wooden is joined by Divya Parekh, entrepreneurial leadership author and founder of Dreams Accelerator Inc. Join them as they explore: The transformative power of writing a book for your business The importance of authenticity in the writing process Navigating the diffe…

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Building Your Leadership Legacy with Emily Chang 35:24

1M ago35:24

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Ep #227: Building Your Leadership Legacy with Emily Chang What mark do you want to leave on the corporate world? How can you create a legacy that not only speaks to who you are but also inspires others long after you've moved on? And how do you accomplish all of that while also crafting a career you love, landing the high-level leadership roles you…

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Mental Health in Academic Research - Who takes care of the immunologist´s soul? 55:21

1M ago55:21

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Summary This episode of the Young Immunologist podcast discusses mental health during a PhD journey. The guest, Julian, shares his personal experience with mental health issues during his PhD and the challenges he faced. He emphasizes the importance of having empathetic people around and finding support from others who have similar experiences. The…

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Valiant: Building a Red Cyber Team | Matt O’Hara 20:41

2M ago20:41

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Send us a Text Message. Navy veteran Matt O'Hara, Red Cyber Program Manager, shares his inspiring origin story and his efforts to build his team at Valiant. Matt emphasizes the importance of soft skills and diversity of thought that are critical in building a successful unit, plus his tips for successful interviewing and military transition. “We're…

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Authenticity in Networking: How to Build Lasting Relationships with Julie Brown, Founder and CEO of JB|BD 33:28

1M ago33:28

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In this episode of Design Your Life & Business - The Leaders Podcast, host Jevon Wooden is joined by Julie Brown, Founder and CEO of JB|BD. Join them as they explore: The importance of authenticity in building relationships The myth that introverts don’t make good networkers Practical tips for scaling a business The opportunities presented by virtu…

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How to Stop Asking for More Work-Life Balance and Actually Make It Happen 28:20

2M ago28:20

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Ep #226: How to Stop Asking for More Work-Life Balance and Actually Make It Happen You’ve been striving for that elusive work-life balance, but despite your best efforts, it still feels just out of reach, doesn’t it? Here’s the truth: You do not have to wait for your next promotion to find better work-life balance, and you don’t need to avoid promo…

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Episode 112 - 5 Non-Negotiables for Integrating ELs in Regular Education Classroom 18:00

1M ago18:00

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When it comes to teaching English learners, some things come naturally for EL teachers, while regular education teachers might be wondering how they can reach their multilingual students. I have several episodes about teaching all ELs, but I wanted to distill this information into even more practical and really actionable advice that all teachers c…

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Edgewater Technical Associates: Supporting DOE Contracts | Katie Gaither 15:13

2M ago15:13

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Send us a Text Message. “Be someone that people want to work with,” shares Katie Gaither, recruiting director at Edgewater Technical Associates. Edgewater supports DOE nuclear work at sites throughout the U.S., offering relocation or per diem options to test the waters of your new location. In addition, transferring your security clearance from DOD…

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Early Role Modeling and Mentorship for Underrepresented Professionals with Adaira Landry, Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School 35:10

2M ago35:10

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In this episode of Design Your Life & Business - The Leaders Podcast, host Jevon Wooden is joined by Adaira Landry, Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School. Join them as they explore: The challenges faced by diverse professionals in the healthcare industry The importance of building a strong network Why cultivating a personal brand matters Ad…

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Episode 111 - 5 End of the Year Hacks to Finish the School Year With Sanity 12:55

2M ago12:55

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I don't know about you, but every year around April, I feel like my energy is drained. I can no longer focus, and the feeling of inadequacy begins to creep in. The students have absorbed as much as they could. We all are just counting the days until that summer break when we all can recharge and look at things from a different perspective. But we h…

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Why the STAR Method Fails and My 3C's Approach to Interviewing Succeeds 26:47

2M ago26:47

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Ep #225: Why the STAR Method Fails and My 3C's Approach to Interviewing Succeeds As you edge closer to the executive suite, are your interview techniques keeping pace? Conventional interview approaches like the STAR method probably served you well as a subject matter expert. But this strategy quickly begins to fall short as you reach the director l…

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Security Clearance Issues When You’re in the Military | Tony Kuhn, Tully Rinckey 20:22

2M ago20:22

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Send us a Text Message. If you’re serving in the military and you’re notified of an issue with your security clearance, who do you turn to for help? The answer may surprise you. Plus, find out what you need to know before you separate and more in this special episode on security clearance issues when you’re serving in the military, featuring Tony K…

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Fractional Leadership with RCI 20:18

2M ago20:18

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of Fractional Leadership, exploring its significance in today's dynamic business landscape. Our guests, Andrew Van Bruegel and Tom Wilkerson, seasoned experts in the field, lend their profound insights and experiences to the conversation. Together, we navigate through the complexities of Fractional Leaders…

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Smart Indulgence: Building a Chocolate Empire with Glenn Gardone, President of Red Chocolate 29:46

2M ago29:46

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In this episode of Design Your Life & Business - The Leaders Podcast, host Jevon Wooden is joined by Glenn Gardone, the President of Red Chocolate. Join them as they explore: -Glenn's journey from working in sales to leading Red Chocolate -The importance of building a strong company culture -How Red Chocolate differentiates itself in a competitive …

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Episode 110 - The Two Most Important Soft Skills for Teachers of English Learners 12:38

2M ago12:38

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In education, hard skills such as the academic knowledge of the subject and the know-how of teaching in general, the strategies, the methodology, the assessment are the focal point. But today, I wanted to talk about the soft skills that are much more difficult to define and quantify because they are less concrete, but have been proven time and time…

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How to Turn Your Big Impact into Executive-Level Influence 26:27

2M ago26:27

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Ep #224: How to Turn Your Big Impact into Executive-Level Influence You’ve done things at your organization that no one else could do. Yet…That impact hasn’t translated into the recognition, title, or money you want, right? Here’s the problem: When it comes to earning your seat at the leadership table, influence matters more than impact. The power …

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Defining, Developing, and Demonstrating Social Intelligence 8:31

2M ago8:31

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The skills that matter most are those that make a difference. Few are more important to supervisors than those needed to build cohesive and productive teams. In this episode, AEU LEAD Director Joe White highlights the importance of social intelligence and offers suggestions for ways frontline leaders can effectively demonstrate it. View this episod…

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CTI: A Focus on Investing in Their Employees | John Ommert 19:57

2M ago19:57

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Send us a Text Message. “We try to work with you, instead of you working for us,” shares John Ommert, Army veteran and partner at Constellation Technologies, Inc. (CTI). John helps lead an organization that is 60+ percent veterans and that has been named a Baltimore Sun Top Workplace for 5 years running. Though primarily focused on IT and Intel wor…

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Diversity in the Decision-Making Process: Strategies for Entrepreneurial Success with Kevin Shtofman 37:00

2M ago37:00

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In this episode of Design Your Life & Business - The Leaders Podcast, host Jevon Wooden is joined by Kevin Shtofman, the Global Head of Innovation at Cherre. Join them as they discuss: The importance of building a strong support system The value of having a clear business strategy Why surrounding oneself with diverse perspectives is key to business…

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Speaking Your Brand with Carol Cox 36:01

2M ago36:01

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Ep #223: Speaking Your Brand with Carol Cox In an inspiring episode of "Women Changing Leadership," host Stacy Mayer welcomes Carol Cox, a figure whose transition from academia to tech entrepreneurship and finally to the helm of Speaking Your Brand, illustrates the essence of dynamic leadership. Their conversation delves deep into the art of naviga…

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Episode 109 - Rewriting the Script of Negative Self-Talk for Teachers 21:44

2M ago21:44

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Welcome back to another episode of The ESL Teaching Podcast. Today we're tackling an issue that's close to the heart for so many of us educators: the challenge of negative self-talk. As teachers, we navigate not only academic pressures but also the emotional and mental weight of our personal lives. Recognizing our humanity is crucial to maintaining…

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Innovative Solutions: Attitude is Key | Robert Heriford 17:29

3M ago17:29

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Send us a Text Message. For Bob Heriford, CEO of Innovative Solutions, considering new employees is always about a will or a skill. Integrity, honesty and loyalty cannot be taught, but technical skills can. Innovative Solutions offers flexible shorter-term opportunities in addition to longer-term contracts. “It’s all about their attitude. It's all …

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