Bob Galen and Josh Anderson use their decades of coaching experience to power your organization's need for agility and scale. If our 200+ episodes don't have what you need, ask us a question and we'll help you out! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy
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Sustainable Xagility™ - board & executive c-suite agility for the organization's direction of travel
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John interviews leading executives and top folks from agility. The truth is that agility can't be bought in a box. Take the hard road, be the best, not the rest. Try "re-wilded" Product Management, DevOps, Lean/Agile for the c-suite. Let's connect: https://x-agility.com https://orderlydisruption.com https://kanbanguides.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncolemanagilitychef/ https://www.instagram.com/johncolemanagilitychef/ https://www.youtube.com/JohnColemanagilitychef https://twitter.com/J ...
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Lord Ashcroft's polling team travel the US to find out how voters feel about the president the parties, the issues, and the midterm elections. Listen to voters in their own words, and Lord Ashcroft's interviews with key figures on the American political scene.
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Launchtime is a podcast focussing on the Dutch innovation community. It’s a 30 min long show that is perfect for a lunch break! Made for startups, corporates, enthusiasts and visionaries. It’s about the beginning of something new. Hence the name Launchtime.
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The episode features Bob and Josh discussing their top 10 book recommendations aimed at improving leadership skills. They make references to personal experiences and emphasize the influential role these books had on their own leadership journeys. Alongside individual book recommendations, they also suggest resources like Harvard Business Review for…
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Bob and Josh discuss the inherent loneliness and challenges that come with leadership roles. They emphasize the importance of accepting the reality that leadership can be isolating and offer strategies to mitigate this loneliness. This includes finding a 'venting buddy', appreciating rare moments of genuine feedback, and seeking external coaching. …
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Why Reflection is the Key to Effective Leadership
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In this episode of The Meta-Cast Podcast, Bob Galen and Josh Anderson explore the transformative power of reflection in leadership. They discuss why reflection isn't just a "nice-to-have" but a critical tool for leaders to recalibrate, adjust strategies, and foster an inclusive, high-performing culture. Bob and Josh emphasize that leaders must mode…
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Building a Culture of Agility by Addressing Sunk Costs
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Discover how to recognize and overcome the sunk cost fallacy in your organization. Learn actionable strategies for leaders to make smarter decisions, pivot effectively, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Don't let past investments hold you back—empower your team to identify and address failures early! Stay Connected and Informed with O…
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Reimagining Demotion: A Strategic Leadership Approach
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In this episode, Bob Galen and Josh Anderson tackle the often misunderstood topic of "demotion" within organizations. Rather than viewing it as a negative consequence, they challenge leaders to reframe it as a strategic move to better align talent with roles where individuals can thrive. They share personal experiences, including instances where Bo…
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Building Stronger Teams Through Effective Promotion Strategies
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In this episode of The Meta-Cast Podcast, Josh Anderson and Bob Galen dive deep into the complexities of promotions, discussing the challenges from both the perspective of the promoter and the promotee. They explore the importance of balancing hard and soft skills, the nuances of leadership roles, and how to avoid the common pitfalls of promotion p…
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Creating Positive Outcomes with Performance Improvement Plans
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Bob and Josh delve into the mindset and application of Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs). They emphasize viewing PIPs as positive tools for growth rather than punitive measures. They stress the importance of clear and continuous communication of role expectations, the ethical responsibility leaders have to coach their team members effectively, a…
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Mastering Performance Reviews: Effective Leadership Tips
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Bob Galen and Josh Anderson delve into the intricacies of performance reviews and continuous feedback in leadership. They discuss the common pitfalls of traditional annual reviews and offer practical advice on how to transform these processes to foster growth and improvement within teams. They emphasize the importance of continuous feedback, levera…
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Small Wins, Big Impact: Driving Change in Challenging Organizations
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Hosts Josh Anderson and Bob Galen tackle the concept of implementing change within stagnant or resistant environments. They emphasize the power of incremental progress and the necessity of personal leadership in catalyzing organizational transformation. Key discussions revolve around overcoming fear of the first step, the illusion of change ease at…
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How Every Employee Can Shape Leadership and Influence Change
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Discover how every team member, regardless of position, can significantly impact leadership and initiate organizational change. Hosts Josh Anderson and Bob Galen discuss the critical role every individual plays in shaping and improving leadership within an organization. They debunk the myth that only top leaders hold the power to influence change, …
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Ego Management: Building Confidence Without Overstepping
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Episode Sponsor(s): Kazi's Monthly Leadership Coaching The episode discusses the delicate balance of ego in leadership, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and humility. The hosts argue that while a healthy ego is necessary for leadership, excessive ego can hinder effectiveness and team growth. They share personal anecdotes and industry ex…
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Everyday Leadership Tips: Transform Your Team with Small Actions
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Explore how 'Small Acts of Leadership' can dramatically alter your team's culture and boost performance. Join Josh Anderson and Bob Galen in this enlightening episode of The Meta-Cast Podcast, where they share actionable insights for integrating meaningful leadership practices daily. Discover the power of micro-appreciations, effective space manage…
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Achieving Test Automation Excellence: Leadership Strategies with Paul Merrill
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Josh Anderson and Bob Galen are joined by guest Paul Merrill, founder of Beaufort Fairmont, which specializes in test automation and consulting. Paul shares his journey from software engineer to entrepreneur, highlighting his passion for test automation and leadership. The discussion delves into challenges in test automation, the importance of lead…
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Untrapping Product Teams: Insights from David Pereira
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In this episode hosts Bob Galen and Josh Anderson sit down with recent author and product management expert David Pereira. The discussion centers on David's journey from a software engineer in Brazil to a product manager in Germany. David shares his experiences, challenges, and the pivotal moments that led him to write his book, 'Untrapping Product…
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Stop the Insanity: 10 Agile Practices to Stick a Fork In
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In this episode, Bob and Josh discuss common agile practices that teams often overdo. They dive into the complexities and unnecessary implementations in architecture, excessive focus on overdone backlogs, and the pitfalls of over-customizing tools like JIRA. They also critique the abundance of agile certifications, the mismanagement of change, and …
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The Agile Alignment Guide: Uniting Teams and Leaders
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Episode 32 sees hosts Bob Galen and Josh Anderson tackling the pervasive issue of misalignment within organizations, particularly in agile settings. They dissect how misalignment between team intentions and leadership measurements can hinder productivity and morale. The episode provides an in-depth discussion on identifying, addressing, and prevent…
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Strategic Sprint Reviews: How to Boost Team Morale and Stakeholder Buy-In
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Bob Galen and Josh Anderson delve into the transformative potential of sprint reviews. They explore how these sessions can be more than mere progress checks, emphasizing their role in stakeholder engagement, team motivation, and strategic alignment. The episode provides actionable insights into conducting effective reviews that captivate and educat…
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