CBQ - When people say “I’m so busy” are you impressed?

“Technology made it easy for us to stay in touch while keeping a distance/Til we juststayed distant and never touched/Now all we do is text too much"

- Best of Times, Sage Francis

Lets challenge the notion of being "busy", and use it as an opportunity to re-align with quality work and real connections that matter. What kind of energy are you giving your relationships, what you gain from them, and what you give. Next year, next month, or next Monday—be more you in the work you show up for.

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Art by José Martín Ramírez Carrasco 

CBQ - Why was it okay to work for a leader who regulalry hits on you?

Juan and Courtney discuss workplace expectations of leaders.  What's inappropriate, realistic and most importantly what are we expecting today. Not just of others, but ourselves as leaders. 

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CBQ - “What if you’re right about everything, are you ready for the truth and outcomes?

“Everyone is stupid except me.” - Homer Simpson

What would happen if everything aligned with your beliefs on how things should work, questioning whether you're truly ready for the consequences. Juan discusses the "trifecta" of decision-making - what's convenient, legal, and ethical - and how these factors rarely align perfectly.

“What’s convenient isn’t always legal. What’s legal isn’t always ethical. What’s ethical isn’t always convenient.” ⁃ JK

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“What I know is, in order for me and my team to succeed, I needed to build a culture that allowed everybody an opportunity to make an impact.” - Carrie Masters

CBQ - Relative to your not for profit mission what does it mean to be work ready?

Carrie Masters, CEO of St. Joseph the Worker (SJW) in Phoenix, AZ discusses her leadership approach and the organization's mission to help work-ready individuals through barriers to employment. Carrie emphasizes the importance of a strong leadership team, cultural overhaul, and employee appreciation.

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If you know someone in Phoenix who is work ready and open to a hand up, connect them to SJW here - sjwjobs.org or 602.755.JOBS.

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• Carrie - LinkedIn 

CBQ - What’s the difference between a good parent and a happy parent?

Even if you are not a parent, someone likely raised you and that was your first experience with a leader. Showing up and caring for someone else is significant, but it's a whole other thing to show up for others AND be happy while you do it. Is that even possible?

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CBQ - "Have you ever tapped out?"

I did... and now I'm back. This short episode just shares what happened, why the pod is back and what you can expect for future eps!

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“We’re not going to work with anyone who’s not actively in therapy or in some sort of mindfulness practice.” - Justin Foster

CBQ - What does it mean to take on systemic change?

Returning guest Justin Foster, is Co-Founder of Massive, a coaching practice that supports business leaders called to take on systemic change. What it means, what it takes and some boundaries and expectations he has for his clients. 

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• Ep 42 I am Driven Podcast [Justin]

"He's about precision, data, numbers, facts and especially in the absence of them you'll not be convincing him of much." - JK

CBQ - What are Elon Musk’s DISC and Motivators?

I'm profiling Elon Musk's natural style aka his DISC and Motivators aka how and why he PREFERS to do what he does. Do you lionize or demonize Elon, give a listen and see if you agree?

Learn more about DISC and Motivators and download the Reference Doc:

• 139 DISC
• 141 Motivators

“It [diversity] has nothing to do with equality… we will ultimately make better products." - Rebecca Clyde

CBQ - Why is it so important to make healthcare more accessible?

Today's guest is Rebecca Clyde, Co-Founder and CEO of BOTCO.ai, conversational ai or chatbots. She's talkng about building better business through leveraging diverse boards, UX, and her remote team success.

• @ceorebeccaclyde
• @botco.ai
• Botco.ai

“All jobs look easy when you’re not the one doing it.” - Psychology of Money

CBQ - Are Your Workplace Expectations Unrealistic?

Seems like the wild west of workplace expectations, a one size fits all no longer applies. So when's the last time you've asked yourself if what you're asking for and expecting is feasible?

CTA - Write down, regarding your current work experience, 5 opinions and 5 facts. Focus on what you can change/impact and be clear about your own expectations.