Be Mpowered

As 2020 came to a close, there were high hopes for a better 2021…and then there weren’t. Rippling effects of COVID-19 have compounded labor shortages and crippled the supply chain across the globe. Leaders are being challenged like never before. It's imperative for leaders today to not only understand “WHY” we’re facing these challenges, but to also think creatively to develop nontraditional solutions. Join us as we discuss a severely broken supply chain, leading teams through crisis, maintaining morale and the importance of self-care. (Spoiler alert: communication and capitalizing on your team’s strengths are among the many ways organizations can create new success!)

2020 presented challenges to everyone, especially leaders. While we don’t know all the answers and it’s sometimes difficult to connect, showing empathy during times of uncertainty is vital. We will discuss how we can make sure we are delivering empathy instead of accidentally projecting apathy.

In this episode, we have Matt Garcia, Chief People and Central Iowa Operations Officer of Western Home Services, share about VHS. No, we aren't reminiscing about the old 1980's video cassette movies. We are discussing the concept: Victim, Hero, Student. Learn what this process looks like and start to identify when you, yourself fall prey to this concept. We will share personal stories to help you understand how it works in both your professional and personal life. At the end of this episode, our hope is that you can start to identify your own triggers, and maybe even help those you lead identify theirs. You may never be able to fully avert from this concept, but you may be able to shorten the cycle and the damage it can cause.

Being a young professional is hard. Being a new manager is even harder. Being a young, new manager is the hardest! In this podcast, we discuss the "dos and don'ts" of being a young manager with Jen Miskimins, Director of Operations for Osby Corp. Jen started as an administrator right out of college before moving into her current position. Listen to her share what she’s learned in her career as she has gained experience and tenure. She also gives advice for not only young managers out there, but also for their peers who can help a young manager succeed.

Continue listening to our discussion with Jed Smith, University of Northern Iowa's Strength & Conditioning Coach, as he shares his vast experience of interacting with the newest generation to enter our workforce: Generation Z. Listen to someone who focuses on this group daily as he shares insight on what shaped them, what motivates them, and why they are very different from the previous generation: the Millennials!

Sometimes we have a team member who needs a little push in the right direction to get them going. How do we do this successfully? Who better to help us than University of Northern Iowa’s Strength & Conditioning Coach? Join us as Jed Smith discusses and advises how we can harness other’s potential!

What business is your organization in? Is that different from how you make money? Join us as we discuss the importance of making sure your core business is your focus. Understand the why, what, and how and then connect it to your industry. If we make this focus a priority, our monetary success should follow suit.

In today’s world, being a leader and not just a manager is important to your team. Even more important is making sure you are also raising leaders in your company. Understanding why this is important and how to accomplish this will help continue your organization’s success long past your tenure.