Career Dreams

Michelle had a special guest join her for this episode...her son, Matt Baker. Matt is a senior at IUPUI - Kelley School of Business; he just wrapped up a summer internship with MWI Animal Health, a division of AmerisourceBergen. Matt reflects on the professional and personal lessons he learned throughout his first experience with people leadership. Whether you are early in your career like Matt or a seasoned professional - or perhaps you lead someone who is just starting their career journey, you will gain perspective and insight from an aspiring Gen Z leader.

Chase will be back next week, where another guest will join us on the podcast!

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Michelle and Chase have a conversation about the complex world of trust, specifically extending trust. There is no one size fits all path when it comes to extending, building, and maintaing trust.

They discuss three critical areas intertwined with trust:

• Self-Awareness
• Brené Brown's BRAVING inventory
• Delegation

The cultivation and nurturing of trusting relationships demand dedication and attention. It's not merely about our individual or leadership trustworthiness; it's about the dance of reciprocity and extending trust to others.

Resources:

Worksheet: Brené Brown's BRAVING Inventory

Video: Brené Brown's BRAVING Inventory

Article: The Problem with Saying "Don't Bring Me Problems, Bring Me Solutions" (Harvard Business Review)

Article: How to Harness the Power of Delegation (fierce)

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Michelle puts Chase in the "hot seat" in this special episode of Career Dreams, taking the opportunity to interview him about his career at FORUM and to celebrate his recent two-year work anniversary at the Credit Union. Chase discusses the importance of credible, trustworthy relationships, his partnership with Michelle in reimagining leader development at FORUM, and shares some of his personal and professional growth experiences throughout his time as the Manager of Leader Development.

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Why do people struggle to have "real" conversations, when it's the "unreal" conversations that can be costly? While Chase is taking time off, Michelle reflects on a LinkedIn message she received from a colleague, and calls back to episode 47, "Improving Relationships One Conversation at a Time."

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It can be so easy to get comfortable in our routines or leaning on our current level of expertise. But is this risking "resting on our laurels" - and will it set us back as we try to reach our Career Dreams? In this quick solo episode, Michelle looks to the origin of this old expression and shares some inspiration for moving forward each day.

Resources:

Podcast: Big Improvements Through Small Actions (Career Dreams)

Podcast: SMARTER Goals (Career Dreams)

Podcast: How to Begin (Career Dreams)

Article: The Risk of Resting on your Laurels (Quiver Management)

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Have you ever been asked a question that was phrased in a way that made you feel like the person asking assumed you knew way more about something than you did? How we ask questions, even though it may seem insignificant, can have a significant impact on how a person feels and ultimately responds. In this episode, Chase shares a real-life example of being asked a presumptive question that put him into a bit of a panic. He also offers ideas on how to avoid asking these types of questions in order to elicit a more genuine answer. So, let's explore the power of our questioning techniques and strive to create a more trusting and comfortable environment for meaningful conversations.

Resources:

Article: How to deal with people who pretend to be smarter than you (Fast Company)

Article: Effective leadership isn't about giving or taking responsibility—it's about sharing it. (Stategy+Business)

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Self-promotion - sound cringy? What if we think about it as self-advocacy and taking ownership of and communicating our accomplishments? In this episode, Michelle and Chase take inspiration from the Independence Holiday in the United States to ask ourselves what we want to be... the firework with an impressive display or one that lingers in the background that goes unnoticed or unrecognized?

Resources:

Podcast: Everyone Makes Mistakes (Career Dreams)

Article: How to self-promote when you don't like to self promote (Harvard Business Review)

Article: Savvy self-promotion (Harvard Business Review)

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Mistakes....we all make them from time to time, but how you handle and learn from them can set you apart as you pursue your career dreams. In this episode, Michelle and Chase take inspiration from the recent #DearIntern social media thread and discuss strategies for overcoming big and small mistakes.

Resources:

Podcast: Take Out the Head Trash (Career Dreams)

Article: Had a Bad Day? Here's What to Do When You Mess Up at Work (BetterUp)

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Michelle and Chase talk through the importance of connecting to create high performing teams. Relationships with coworkers, including leaders, can have a major impact on our health and well-being. Leveraging a personal connection among teams opens the door to more meaningful work and stronger relationships.

Resources:

Article: The Most Important Skill Leaders Should Master (NAFCU)

Article: Every Leader Must Master This One Very Important Skill (Lolly Daskal)

Article: Social Relationsips and Health (Science.org)

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You can share your Career Dreams with us anytime via email: [email protected].

To learn more about making your Career Dreams come true at FORUM Credit Union, visit our website: https://www.forumcu.com/careers

Do you have a question you'd like to hear answered on Career Dreams? You can submit an audio recording of your question to be featured on an upcoming episode!

Chase and Michelle are back from their recent travels to San Diego for the 2023 Association for Talent Development International Conference! In this episode, they share key takeaways from their experience, and share insights on networking, professional development, and other tips for maximizing the time and financial investment.

Resources:

Podcast: Taking the Work out of Networking (Career Dreams)

Podcast: Career Dreams, According to Chat GPT (Career Dreams)

Podcast: Level Up Your Growth Mindset (Career Dreams)

Video: Adam Grant: Are You a Giver or a Taker? (TED)

Video: Priya Parker - TED talks (TED)

Video: Priya Parker - SXSW 2022 (YouTube)

Video: Tamar Elkeles: Talent Development in the Boardroom (ATD)

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You can share your Career Dreams with us anytime via email: [email protected].

To learn more about making your Career Dreams come true at FORUM Credit Union, visit our website: https://www.forumcu.com/careers

Do you have a question you'd like to hear answered on Career Dreams? You can submit an audio recording of your question to be featured on an upcoming episode!