In this episode, Bob’nJoyce, explore leadership expectations through the lenses of their people. Joyce shares from a paper she recently wrote on what people want and expect from their boss. These are universal and timeless truths that serves as a litmus test for leadership effectiveness.

In the spirit of the new year and renewal, we challenge you to rate yourself, and commit to one area to improve upon.

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In the spirit of the new year, Bob’nJoyce share a process that creates rigorous accountability for top leaders. This is based on a process that Joyce created with a senior team to set intentions for organizational and personal wellness and success. It takes courage for a senior team to take a stand for what they are willing to be measured by and measure their peers by. Are you ready to take this challenge in 2024?

It’s a new year and a good time to reevaluate the qualities expected of you and your team. In this podcast, you will get simple instructions on how to make this happen.

Happy New Year! Get out there and make some ‘good trouble’ in 2024.

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In this episode, Bob’nJoyce challenge the tendency to walk on eggshells when celebrating holiday traditions in the workplace. Too often, people and organization tamp down celebrating a holiday tradition to not offend. In the name of fairness, companies put restrictions on holiday celebrations that stifles inclusiveness and learning. We encourage companies to let er rip and allow employees to openly celebrate their traditions.

All of that being said, we struggled with the discomfort of this topic and indeed found ourselves walking on eggshells. Come join us as we lean into our discomfort.

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In this episode, Bob’nJoyce make the case for rituals in a world in flux and disarray. Rituals helps us find meaning, comfort, and continuity whether it be a holiday tradition or troubled times. Rituals ground us (the cranberry ice) helping to pave the way forward.

The tricky part rituals is to:

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In this episode, Bob’nJoyce revisit last week’s conversation on the power and perils of being fully present. Here we unpack some afterthoughts that we felt is important to share. It is a quick conversation so be in the here and now and on the edge of your seat.

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In this episode, Bob’nJoyce riff on the importance of immersing oneself in the present–the here and now. They discuss the discipline of getting real, its benefits, and at times, its awkwardness. Our brains are good at drifting and being distracted by what has happened or will happen. Being 100% in the here and now is ironically not where our minds spend much time.

This is an experiential exercise where Bob’nJoyce practice the art of being in the here and now. Please join our intimate, uncomfortable, and wonderful conversation.

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In this episode, Bob’Joyce discuss the recurring theme of issues women confront at work. Joyce shares what she confronted early in her career and how things have changed for the better. There remain challenges that male colleagues don’t have to deal with and that is where we go today.

Some of the lessons Joyce shared to navigate as a woman at work:

Joyce gets fired up and is a bit naughty, so…

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In this episode, Bob’nJoyce unravel the merits and drawbacks of a hybrid workplace. Many companies are finding a middle ground that allows for both in-person and work from home. A recent HR Magazine article suggests that compromise work solutions are a wise choice that meets both business and employee needs.

Some of our insights include:

The factors in a good decision or design are the:

Like it or not, we are in a new era in which what, where, and how a workplace is designed is all experimental.

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In this episode, Bob’nJoyce discuss the challenge of good decision making. They offer a structured process to assess alternatives when making decisions. While they look at this topic from an HR/OD perspective, choosing wisely is foundational to being a good leader.

Areas they explore include:

So make a good decision and…

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In this episode, Bob’nJoyce, explore the learning moments when cross company cultures clash. We share helpful exercises that deepen connections and appreciation for cultural differences. Not only do these exercises soothe the irritation but more importantly, taps the strengths from each culture.

Areas we explore include:

Joyce gets on a roll so…

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