Sharing knowledge, hacks, and ideas on work-life balance and personal productivity, and talking to knowledgeable people in those areas.
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Management Development Unlocked is a global top 10% podcast for new managers and leaders who want to transform from high-performing individual contributors to great people managers. As the saying goes, “What got you here won’t get you there.” The skills that made you a great employee are almost completely opposite from the skills that will make you a great manager and leader. Eric Girard is your guide during this key transition. Experienced managers and leaders will also benefit from the tip ...
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The Productivity Slapdown: Clashing Approaches to Getting Things Done with Brian Nelson-Palmer
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On this episode of Management Development Unocked, Eric welcomes Brian Nelson-Palmer back to the show for a friendly debate. Brian is the founder of Productivity Gladiator and teaches personal, practical productivity skills. Brian’s target audience is recently promoted office people managers. Brian and Eric have different productivity styles, and t…
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Psychological Safety and Growth in the Workplace with Roger Martin
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On this Management Development Unlocked replay, Eric interviews Roger Martin, co-founder and CEO of ThriveMore Brands. ThriveMore is a platform company with franchise brands under its umbrella, including RockBox Fitness and beem® Light Sauna. They also have a nutrition company and are discussing bringing an overseas franchise concept to America. Th…
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5 Productivity Hacks We Disagree On - With Eric Girard
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This episode features a debate between Brian and Eric Girard. There are 5 productivity hacks that these two disagree on. The discussion includes: tasks written on calendar vs to-do list, planning out every minute of the day on your calendar, wake-up times (early vs. late), meditation, and the use of Amazon Subscribe & Save. Throughout the episode, …
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Lead Like a Pro: Trust and Team Development Essentials
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Today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked comes from chapters five and six of Eric’s bestselling book, Lead Like a Pro: The Essential Guide for New Managers. These chapters outline how to perform a SWOT analysis of your team and the importance of building trust with your team members. Eric shares how to implement the Tuckman model of team …
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Front & Center Leadership with Brandon Birkmeyer
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This episode of Management Development Unlocked features Brandon Birkmeyer. Brandon is a former Madison Avenue agency executive who worked on accounts like Coca-Cola and Apple. He left the corporate world six years ago and now does corporate training and speaking. Brandon is the author of the book, “Front & Center Leadership: How Leaders Can Use Pe…
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Creating Healthy Work Environments with Phyllis Quinlan
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Today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked features Dr. Phyllis Quinlan, president and CEO of MFW Consultants. Phyllis has 40+ years of experience in the nursing field and is a certified professional coach, which she weaves into her consulting firm. She specializes in helping leaders create healthy work environments, building a sense of res…
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Beat Interruption Overload, Your Hidden Productivity Killer - With Joel MacCharles
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Joel MacCharles joins Brian to discuss discuss managing your interruption overload and staying focused. They share their personal strategies for staying organized and productive, including using to-do lists, calendars, and focus music. They emphasize the need to prioritize tasks and eliminate unnecessary meetings and emails. Joel expresses his frus…
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The Business Continuity Playbook with Anca Enache
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On this episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric welcomes Anca Enache, founder of 3P Impact Consulting. Anca helps purpose-driven small- and medium-sized companies create a competitive advantage by revealing the environmental, social, and governance risks and opportunities that may impact their business. In this episode, you’ll hear: Anca E…
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Lead Like a Pro: Mastering SMART Goals and Delegation
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On today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric shares part three of this six-part series from his book, Lead Like a Pro: The Essential Guide for New Managers. Featuring chapters three and four, you’ll hear why it’s important to set SMART goals for your team, Eric’s brainstorming guidelines for setting team goals, and why you should be …
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From Manager to Executive with Stacey Caster
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Today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked features Stacey Caster, co-founder and CEO of North Executive Advisors. Stacey specializes in leadership development and executive coaching. She is also a speaker, podcast host, and author. In this episode, you’ll hear: Stacey Caster’s background in senior leadership and her role today as the CEO a…
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Balancing the Bottom Line with Environmental Impact with Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez
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On today’s Management Development Unlocked, Eric interviews Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez, an operation strategist and advisor to green tech organizations. Eloisa helps them design their operations, and once they’ve grown, she helps those companies streamline to ensure their impact is growing along with their company. Another fun fact about Eloisa is tha…
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Tactics For Managing People Older Than You - with Ann Kerian
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Ann Kerian, an author, executive coach, & consultant joined Brian for a candid discussion on managing older employees. The episode is full of practical tips and personal insights. Brian and Ann explore strategies for building respect across generations, avoiding common pitfalls, and leveraging diverse strengths in the workplace. It's a must-listen …
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Today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked features Kerri Burchill, author of “Leading Out of the ASKhole™ Trap.” Kerri is a leadership consultant who started her career in education. She specializes in helping leaders and teams in messy, dynamic situations. In this episode, you’ll hear: Kerri Burchill’s role as a leadership consultant and …
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On today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric shares part two of his book, Lead Like a Pro. This section focuses on what it takes to successfully transition into management from a role as a contributing team member. You’ll hear the benefits you can reap by preparing for this transition, the five common misconceptions about people who …
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On today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric sits down with Dr. Rosina Racioppi, President and CEO of WOMEN Unlimited, Inc. WOMEN Unlimited helps Fortune 1000 companies cultivate the talent they need for ongoing growth and profitability. Dr. Racioppi previously held executive management positions in human resources and has over 25 ye…
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On today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric sits down with Josh Irmler, an AI expert who’s creating new tools and teaching others to embrace the positive changes AI can bring to the workforce. Josh’s company, Landdai, offers customized GPT tools for the talent development space. Eric and Josh cover why Josh doesn’t believe AI is goi…
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Life Balance: The Blueprint You've Been Missing
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In this episode, Brian unveils the Gladiator Life Balance Blueprint, the piece of the puzzle you’ve been missing. The 5-Pointed Star represents your balance, and you’ll want to plan how brightly your star GLOWS - Growth, Love and relationships, Others, Work, and Self (GLOWS). Brian provides a full collection of practical tips advice on implementing…
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Leading Diverse Teams with Hazel Quiatchon
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Today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked features Hazel Quiatchon, a leadership development practitioner and executive coach with 20 years of experience. She is the senior director and head of leadership development at a San Francisco Bay Area tech company. Hazel has trained hundreds of leaders to be the best coaches for their teams and s…
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Today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked features a chapter from Eric’s book, Lead Like a Pro: The Essential Guide for New Managers. In part one of this six-part series, you’ll hear why empathy in the workplace has ROI in multiple arenas. Eric shares some ideas for building and maintaining trust with your team, the five qualities of a goo…
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The 7 Dimensions of Motivation with Will Goldstein-Mahon
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Knowing what motivates you and your team members can be a huge advantage as a manager. On this episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric sits down with Will Goldstein-Mahon to discuss the differences between engagement and motivation and why leaders have to know what motivates and demotivates their teams. Will is the Director of Learning and…
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Escaping the Career Trap with Tammy Alvarez
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On today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric welcomes guest Tammy Alvarez to the show to talk about her new book, Escaping the Career Trap. Tammy is the founder and CEO of Career Winners Circle, where they empower business leaders to make a big impact and love every Monday again. They focus on helping people navigate a career step in…
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Tips You Missed On Successfully Starting Something New - with Dr. Amanda Crowell
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Dr. Amanda Crowell, a cognitive psychologist and author of "Great Work", shares powerful insights on successfully starting something new. From overcoming mental blocks to having honest conversations about bandwidth, she provides a refreshing perspective on thriving at work without sacrificing everything else. Her relatable personal journey adds dep…
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Humanizing Work Communication with Melissa Sheehan
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On today’s Management Development Unlocked, Eric interviews his former colleague Melissa Sheehan, a marketing expert based in San Francisco, California. Melissa currently works in the talent marketing and employer brand space for a global technology company, where she helps attract and engage employees. Melissa’s background spans various areas of m…
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No More Boring Meetings with Mamie Kanfer Stewart
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Today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked features Mamie Kanfer Stewart. Mamie is an expert on meetings, including when and how to make them effective, engaging, and enjoyable. Mamie hosts The Modern Manager podcast and is the author of Momentum: Creating Effective, Engaging, and Enjoyable Meetings. She is a coach and hosts trainings and w…
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Shaping Your Executive Presence with Alexa Chilcutt
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Today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked features Alexa Chilcutt, a professor of executive education at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School and Texas Christian University. Alexa is also an executive coach who works one-on-one with professionals and is an expert on executive presence. Eric and Alexa focus on executive presence (EP) in this…
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Email Overload? No More! Reclaim Your Inbox With These Underutilized Hacks & Tactics
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Drowning in emails? This is your life raft. Discover the shockingly simple 4D system for inbox mastery and the little-known hacks top performers use to never miss an important email and stay on top of tasks. Listen now, so you can close your inbox with confidence. See the full details and links on the episode's page: https://www.productivitygladiat…
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Escape the Multitasking Trap with Jimmy Burroughes
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Today, on Management Development Unlocked, Eric sits down with Jimmy Burroughes, founder and CEO of Jimmy Burroughes Leadership. His company focuses on turning busy, overworked, and overwhelmed managers into high-impact leaders. Jimmy achieves this using his books, a podcast, and 400-500 workshops annually. Those workshops include facilitated conve…
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On this episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric sits down with Heli Nehama Ozery, founder and CEO of Artemis OD, a management consulting firm based in Silicon Valley. For the past 15 years, Heli has been working with global companies to help them elevate performance and productivity while fostering employee growth. Heli is passionate about…
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5 Key Habits of Winning Leaders with Rusty Fulling
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On this episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric explores the five key habits of winning leaders with guest Rusty Fulling. Rusty is the founder and CEO of Fulling Management & Accounting, based in Olathe, Kansas. Fulling Management & Accounting serves business leaders around the country in the accounting space, helping them gain clarity, gr…
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On this episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric sits down with Ethan Nash. Ethan is the CEO and a leadership consultant at Nash Consulting in the Seattle, Washington, area. Eric and Ethan dig into his background in management, consulting, and leadership development and training, the one thing managers should know to be successful, and what…
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The Difference Between Good vs. GREAT Leaders: A Deep Dive - with Sara Canaday
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Leadership strategist Sara Canaday joins Brian and shares insights on the key differences that turn a good leader into a great one. Unlike vague general leadership training, this conversation is specific for a change, delving into what a good leader and a great leader would do in the same situation, to unlock their team's potential and become truly…
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Building C-Suite Relationships with Kristin Cummings
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On this episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric sits down with Kristin Cummings, founder of Virtual COO. Virtual COO helps small and midsize businesses strategize to help their businesses grow. Eric and Kristin dig into how virtual or fractional C-suite team members can help businesses, what a COO’s job entails, and Kristin offers some hel…
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Harnessing the Power of DISC with Jason Dreyer
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This episode of Management Development Unlocked features Jason Dreyer, a training and development professional with 18 years of experience in the field. Jason works for a midsize engineering firm, helping their leaders across the country to be better. Eric sits down with him to talk about the DISC personality assessment, how it can help you better …
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AI Productivity Hacks: 14 Game-Changing Prompts to Transform Your Work & Life
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Brian Nelson-Palmer shares 14 creative prompts to leverage generative AI (like ChatGPT) to supercharge your productivity at work and in your personal life. This is especially relevant to Project Managers and Aspiring Leaders. From data analysis to contract summaries to infusing humor into speeches, he provides practical examples of how AI can be yo…
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Cutting Through the Leadership Noise with Stephen Davis
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On this episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric sits down with Stephen Davis, the Director of Learning and Development at ArchKey Solutions. ArchKey is one of the nation’s leading electrical contractor and service suppliers. Stephen has been in the learning and development industry for more than 20 years and has experience in various indus…
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Behavior-Based Training for Managers with Matt Gjertsen
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On this episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric sits down with Matt Gjertsen, the founder and Chief Learning Officer of Better Every Day Studios. Better Every Day Studios aims to transform how companies view talent development by building custom training solutions that deliver business results for organizations. Matt uses what he learned a…
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Today’s Management Development Unlocked features Wendy Pfeiffer, an executive in technology roles for the past 30 years. Wendy’s career focus is on the intersection of technology and business operations. Her goal has always been to help companies and people use technology for all their purposes. She primarily focuses on assisting mid-level and seni…
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Inclusivity in the Workplace with Jolene Jang
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On this episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric sits down with Asian American inclusivity expert Jolene Jang. Jolene is a fourth-generation American with Japanese, Chinese, and Swedish heritage. As an Asian American, she recognizes that Asian Americans are left out of many conversations and is working to change that. During her career in o…
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What Is Your Productivity Animal? Understand Your Natural Tendencies - with Chris Croft
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Chris Croft, an author and speaker on productivity and happiness, joins Brian on the show to share his unique "productivity animal" framework. He explains how different animal personalities represent different combinations of goals, efficiency, enjoyment, and achievement. The banter between Chris and Brian is humorous and insightful. Take the quiz …
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Think Faster, Talk Smarter with Matt Abrahams
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On today’s Management Development Unlocked, Eric speaks with Matt Abrahams. Matt is a lecturer at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business, where he teaches strategic communication. He is also an author with a new book called Think Faster, Talk Smarter, and the host of a podcast by the same name. Matt is passionate about communication and helping oth…
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Humanizing Leadership in the Age of AI with Gerardo Segat
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Today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked features Gerardo Segat. Gerardo spent 20 years as the Chairman and CEO of a family office business before starting a leadership coaching business in 2017. Over the past decade, he has been a member of the Young Presidents’ Organization, the world’s largest community of leaders and CEOs. He has serv…
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Leading Better with HR Business Partners with Cath Song
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Eric sits down with Cath Song, Human Resources Business Partner at Baidu, on this episode of Management Development Unlocked. Cath has more than six years of experience in the HR world and is a results-driven strategic thinker with a global background. Her company, Baidu, is a Google competitor emphasizing AI and is one of the biggest search engine…
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Building a Support Network for Success with Nathalie Pincham
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Today, on Management Development Unlocked, Eric interviews success coach Nathalie Pincham. Nathalie specializes in coaching ambitious, vision-driven founders and leaders. She is also the host of the Your Success Tonic podcast and founder of Story Tonic. As a high achiever herself, Nathalie helps her clients redefine success on their own terms inste…
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Everyday Persuasion: The Sales Tactics That Work With Kids, Bosses, AND Clients - with Dean Karrel
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Dean Karrel, a sales trainer and career advisor, joins Brian to discuss everyday sales tactics that can be used to influence and persuade, not just in a sales role but in all aspects of life - with kids, family, bosses, and clients. They discuss emotional intelligence, listening, understanding the other person's perspective, telling stories, being …
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Setting Expectations and Accountability in Leadership with Deb Harrison
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On this episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric sits down with guest Deb Harrison. Deb is a kindness advocate as well as a catalyst for growth and change. She is a consultant, coach, speaker, and author. Deb’s goal is to help others optimize every opportunity and every person they interact with. She helps people find the gifts they have wi…
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Eric welcomes guest Kamaria Scott to the show on today's Management Development Unlocked. Kamaria is the owner of Enetic, which is a boutique consulting firm that helps organizations leverage their people leaders as partners during times of change. Her goal is to ensure that leaders can lead engaged, healthy, and high-performing teams and can do th…
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Could This Meeting Have Been An Email? - 28 Hacks, Tips, & Tricks
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Ever been in a meeting and thought “UGH, this meeting could have been an email?” This episode is a massive knowledge share, where Brian reveals some of the tips, tricks, and hacks he teaches in his training on this topic. It’s time to pull back the curtain on meeting efficiency, effectiveness, and skill. See the full details and links on the episod…
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Empowering Teams Through Agency with Nick Smith
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On today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric interviews Nick Smith. Nick specializes in helping leaders and teams deal well with people to remove stress and increase profitability. He is certified in using The GameChanger Index, DISC-based personality instruments, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming techniques. Nick’s varied background …
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From the Sorbonne to Silicon Valley with Minette Norman
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Eric welcomes guest Minette Norman on today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked. Minette is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, and after 30 years in the software industry in Silicon Valley, she became a speaker, author, and leadership consultant. Today, her focus area is inclusive leadership. In this episode, you’ll hear: Minette Norman’…
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