Welcome to another episode of "I See What You're Saying.” Our guest today is Pat Combs, an Olympic baseball champion turned successful behavioral development expert. Pat's journey, from winning a gold medal to coaching youth sports and business leaders through Teamalytics, is truly inspiring. Join us as we dive into Pat's experiences as both a player and a coach, and discover valuable insights from his book, "More Than the Score." We'll also discuss how Pat's coaching approach applies to various life aspects.

Timestamps: 

• (00:01:05) Engaging discussion with author Pat covering leadership, coaching, parenting, and concepts from his book. 
• (00:04:40) Former US Olympic baseball team member transitioned from baseball to ministry, then pursued a business degree, specializing in leadership and behavioral development.
• (00:09:31) Coaches who genuinely care about players make a significant impact.
• (00:13:36) Sports are about kids' development and life lessons.
• (00:15:20) Importance of learning from mistakes and parental support in sports.
• (00:19:35) Focus on talent development, hard work, discipline, and enjoyment rather than solely reaching college or pro levels.
• (00:22:49) Techniques for encouraging kids to practice sports willingly.
• (00:25:15) Building bonds and having fun with children through activities.
• (00:28:24) Balancing individual talent with teamwork in sports and various environments.
• (00:31:54) Transition from sports to business, mentorship, and behavioral changes.
• (00:37:24) Trust, communication, and feedback in leadership.
• (00:38:51) Building high-performing teams through positive environments, applicable in sports and corporations.

Links and Resources:

• Patrick "Pat" Combs | LinkedIn
• Amazon.com: More than the Score: How Parents and Coaches Can Cultivate Virtue in Youth Athletes (Audible Audio Edition): Pat Combs, Mitchell Snaden, Pat Combs, MJ Press: Audible Books & Originals
• Develop High Performing Leaders And Teams | Teamalytics
• Our Story - COMBS CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC (combscp.com)

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In this episode, we're diving into the world of cross-cultural communication, a skill that's absolutely crucial in today's global economy. Our guest, Philip, brings a wealth of international experience to the table, and he'll be sharing common communication slip-ups, cultural insights, and the importance of emotional intelligence in forging strong global connections.

Timestamps

• (00:00:43) Introducing Philip Auerbach, global business expert on communication abroad
• (00:07:41) American arrogance, cultural assumptions, language barriers, and communication differences.
• (00:13:55) Tailoring praise and criticism: Asians self-deprecate for modesty, Americans may lack confidence. Adapt responses based on the situation.
• (00:18:46) Translation agency brochure claims superiority but sounds arrogant when translated; AI lacks cultural understanding.
• (00:21:39) Pride in association and government propaganda are not unique to the United States.
• (00:27:44) Discussing the offense caused by disregarding hierarchy and assuming equality in relationships.
• (00:35:39) Japan: Importance of business card etiquette, attire (jacket/suit); other cultures emphasize trust-building through conversation before business talks.
• (00:39:26) Cultural awareness enhances global communication; adapt to diverse audiences, personalize communication, acknowledge cultural impact on styles.
• (00:43:09) Working lunch fosters trust through proper etiquette and personal interactions before business discussions.
• (00:51:04) Writing advice: Be humble and precise, avoid arrogance.
• (00:56:46) Translation and AI limitations due to context and outdated knowledge, potential accuracy and assumption risks.

Links and Resources

• Auerbach International |Translating and Interpreting Services (auerbach-intl.com)
• Global Gurus on Apple Podcasts
• Philip B. Auerbach President, Auerbach Int'l and The AGIF | LinkedIn
• www.Philip360.com

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In this episode, we are joined by Stacy Wood, the founder of Through the Woods Consulting, an executive coach, speaker, and author. Together, we'll explore the cornerstones of self-leadership and how they can empower us to become better leaders of ourselves, as well as the unique challenges women face in the professional landscape. Plus, find out how Stacy's passion for horses adds a powerful dimension to her coaching methods. Prepare for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation.

Timestamps: 

• (00:00:06) Stacy Wood, founder of Through the Woods Consulting, is an executive coach and author specializing in women executives.
• (00:08:31) Self-leadership is crucial and often overlooked in traditional leadership training. The four-step model.
• (00:15:47) Importance of women in integrated groups, overcoming self-doubt, prioritizing personal needs for success.
• (00:21:23) Men and women experience unfairness differently, often mistaking focal for causal. Women may be more susceptible due to stereotypes and expectations.
• (00:29:17) Horses teach communication through energy and body language.
• (00:36:30) Horses teach alignment of thoughts, energy, and body language to build trust and lead effectively.
• (00:41:20) DISC workshop focuses on flexible communication styles and tailoring messages.
• (00:50:22) Exploring self-leadership, emphasizing small daily actions and following one's own path. 
• (00:54:14) Importance of reading a book on self-leadership and understanding it can't solve all problems.
• (01:00:30) Stacy shares leadership journey, self-leadership, DISC profiles.

Links and Resources:

• Own Your Journey: Daily Lessons in Self-Leadership
• Welcome (ttwoods.com)
• [email protected] 
• Stacy Best Wood  | LinkedIn

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In this week's episode, we sit down with Doug Meyer-Cuno to discuss the importance of genuinely investing in our employees and empowering them for growth and success. Doug Meyer-Cuno, renowned for his leadership skills and authorship of "Empowered Leadership," shares his wisdom and experiences as the former CEO of Carolina Ingredients. Join us as we explore effective strategies for inspiring and motivating employees, building a strong company culture, balancing individuality within the organization, and effective leadership through trust and mentorship.

Timestamps: 

• (00:06) Introduction of Doug Meyer-Cuno, founder of Carolina Ingredients and author of "Empowered Leadership".
• (10:02) Importance of being objective as a CEO and changing management style.
• (14:16) The significance of establishing SOPs and templates for guidelines and empowering employees.
• (18:07) Building trust and empowering employees for organizational growth.
• (25:04) The importance of culture and shaping it intentionally as an entrepreneur.
• (35:39) Creating meaningful connections with employees through alignment of values, mission, and priorities.
• (44:09) Understanding the roles of a boss, coach, and mentor in leadership.
• (50:05) Acknowledging and learning from mistakes as a CEO.
• (00:56:01) Investing in, inspiring, and empowering employees for success.
• (01:01:00) Summary and appreciation for the conversation and the guest's contributions.
• (01:04:25) Thanks to Doug and the listeners, encouragement to engage with guests and sponsors, and closing remarks.

Links and Resources

• Home - Doug Meyer-Cuno
• Empowering Leaders to Empower Their Teams | Empowered Leadership
• GRAVITY CENTER | York County, SC (mygravitycenter.com)
• The Recipe For Empowered Leadership: 25 Ingredients For Creating Value & Empowering Others: Meyer-Cuno, Doug: 9781950863334: Amazon.com: Books
• Doug Meyer-Cuno | LinkedIn

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In this episode, we welcome Jason Collett, CEO of Adaptivity, a dynamic leader with a background in fortune 100 leadership, entrepreneurship, mountaineering, and music. We explore rising to the level of evolved engagement, ownership mentality at work, the effects of negative boss behaviors, and the potency of effective communication. Join us for invaluable insights to boost your professional journey.

Timestamps

• (00:06) - Introducing Jason Collett, CEO of Adaptivity. 
• (05:52) - Meeting people where they are, strengths, weaknesses. 
• (10:18) - Stepping up professionally boosts control, confidence, and enables growth.
• (15:25) - Don't stand still. Climbing a mountain, building a business.
• (20:23) - Learn from mistakes. Value tough experiences.
• (25:24) - Czech Republic experience and the importance of continual communication.
• (30:54) - Understanding negative boss behavior.
• (37:44) - Avoid imitation, focus on opportunities.
• (39:52) - The importance of patience, empathy, and communication responsibility.
• (44:49) - Tech layoffs, support offer outcome, insights gained.
• (49:25) - Unexpected executive coach role, career confidence booster.
• (52:39) - Finding passion by living intentionally.

Links and Resources

• Jason T. Collett, SHRM-SCP | LinkedIn
• Jason T. Collett (jasontcollett.com)

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Today we welcome Vanessa Vaughn Mathews, the founder and chief resilience officer of Asfalis, a prominent business resilience advisory firm. Vanessa shares her experience surviving a "perfect storm" and how it propelled her into the field of crisis management. She works with Fortune 500 and mid-size organizations across the country, helping them navigate through crises and develop strategic responses. With her unique perspective and expertise, Vanessa is the perfect guest to shed light on the crucial topic of communicating through crisis. You do not want to miss this episode on how to effectively handle challenging times.

Timestamps: 

• (00:00:06) Introduction Vanessa Vaughn Mathews, a crisis management expert. 
• (00:06:06) Vanessa shares her journey into the field of crisis management, which began with her personal experience surviving a tornado.
• (00:08:05) Business resilience is the ability of an organization to recover quickly from disruptions.
• (00:14:29) The importance of taking a pause and responding strategically in times of crisis.
• (00:15:52) The transportation crisis in Charlotte serves as an example of how a crisis can impact businesses and individuals.
• (00:21:59) The power of sharing and motivating others to make positive changes. 
• (00:26:49) Personality plays a significant role in the effectiveness of crisis management teams.
• (00:32:11) Great leaders possess the ability to listen and understand the needs of their businesses. 
• (00:36:20) Trust, transparency, and effective communication are key in filling gaps and addressing fears and stress during a crisis.
• (00:40:30) Vanessa shares her experiences with racism in corporate America and highlights the importance of accountability.
• (00:46:48) The power of listening is emphasized, and it is noted that true qualifications extend beyond paper certifications.
• (00:52:41) Our perspectives can evolve when we actively listen and learn something new.

Links and Resources

• Vanessa Vaughn Mathews, MBA, CBCP | LinkedIn
• Home - Asfalis Advisors
• Podcast:  Decoded - Asfalis Advisors

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In this episode, we go on a truly transformative journey through the worlds of decision-making and forgiveness. We're lucky to have a special guest, Padraig O'Cedieh, who brings his unique insights to the table. He dives into the significance of making thoughtful choices and the potential pitfalls of acting on impulse. Drawing from his experiences as a former Irish senator and a successful entrepreneur, O'Cedieh sheds light on authenticity and the power of sticking to our values.

Timestamps: 

• (00:00:06) - Introduction to Padraig O'Cedieh
• (00:06:49) - Convincing politicians, drafting a bill, and leading to support from politicians across party lines.
• (00:12:51) - Importance of embracing failure, separating oneself from business, resilience.
• (00:20:11) - Irish pubs in Monte Carlo and the importance of their staff.
• (00:23:58) - The importance of having a secure base of people who give you energy, and encourage the impact you make in the world.
• (00:31:54) - O’Cedieh’s working-class background, his parents' migration to England, and his love for teaching and facilitating learning.
• (00:36:40) - Be cautious when assessing relationships, be careful who you trust.
• (00:47:46) - Bringing in a magician to emphasize that appearances can be deceiving.
• (00:53:47) - People, not companies, grow. Create an environment for growth. Seek collective feedback. 
• (01:00:53) - Richard Moore, a blind man who was blinded by a British Army officer at the age of ten, forgives his attacker and has a charity called Children and Cross helping African girls.
• (01:11:59) - The International Association of Interviewers offers interviewing resources, legal updates, member benefits, and the certified forensic interviewer designation process.

Links and Resources:

• Pádraig Ó Céidigh | LinkedIn
• Care to Dare: Unleashing Astonishing Potential Through Secure Base Leadership: Kohlrieser, George, Goldsworthy, Susan, Coombe, Duncan: 9781119961574: Amazon.com: Books
• The Strategist: Be the Leader Your Business Needs: Montgomery, Cynthia: 9780062071019: Amazon.com: Books
• Amazon.com: Can I Give Him My Eyes?: 9780750534208: Moore, Richard, Mullan, Don: Books
• Amazon.com: Snakes in Suits, Revised Edition: Understanding and Surviving the Psychopaths in Your Office (Audible Audio Edition): Paul Babiak PhD, Robert D. Hare PhD, Todd McLaren, Tantor Audio: Audible Books & Originals

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In today's episode, we're joined by Dr. Tim Levine, a leading expert from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, who delves into the intriguing world of deception, persuasion, and credibility assessment. Uncover the secrets behind false confessions, explore motivations for lying, and gain insights into detecting deception. Tune in as we unravel the complexities of truth with Dr. Levine.

Timestamps

• (00:00:06) - Introducing Dr. Tim Levine, a respected professor at the University of Alabama, known for research on deception and persuasion, highlighted by his book Duped.
• (00:09:57) - Deception detection studies reveal people's slight edge in spotting lies, driven by truth bias, while honesty predicts accuracy; skepticism and motives to deceive raise suspicion despite honesty's importance.
• (00:16:37) - Exploring the weight of compliments, motives, deception, ambiguity, and high-stake contexts in communication.
• (00:23:54) - Information asymmetry's strategic advantage, testing honesty with known answers, and online research for situational familiarity.
• (00:27:12) - Non-verbal cues impact judgments, as confidence might mask dishonesty; interview context and decision-making misconceptions highlighted.
• (00:36:58) - Communication is often improvised, debunking strategic myths; scripted conversations contrast with revealing unscripted ones.
• (00:39:04) - Exploring false confessions and strategies to prevent them, focusing on truth, avoiding incentives for lying, and external validation.
• (00:44:44) - Emphasizing the importance of truth-seeking, evidence withholding, rapport-building, and post-confession evidence gathering.
• (00:54:30) - Frequency of lying varies, driven by contexts and motives, with a focus on understanding underlying circumstances.
• (01:03:11) - Duped, accessible on Amazon, offers insights beyond paywalled studies, addressing issues with the academic journal system.
• (01:06:19) - Wrapping up with gratitude for the guest and sponsors, highlighting the podcast's focus on valuable perspectives and communication.

Links and Resources

• Timothy R. Levine (squarespace.com)
• Amazon.com: Duped: Truth-Default Theory and the Social Science of Lying and Deception (Audible Audio Edition): Timothy R. Levine, Scott R. Pollak, Echo Point Books & Media, LLC: Audible Books & Originals

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In this episode, Michael Reddington engages in a compelling conversation with Rudy Karsan. Rudy shares profound insights about valuing others and understanding the neuroscience behind self-perceptions impact on relationships. We then delve into the dynamics of love, fear, and their roles in shaping interactions, and discover how prioritizing love can foster healing, creativity, and nurturing connections. Rudy's wisdom extends to embracing curiosity, pursuing comprehension over mere acceptance, and finding happiness through growth. Uncover the significance of authenticity, adaptability, and continuous learning in the business world.

Timestamps: 

• (00:00:06) - Introduction to Rudy Karsan
• (00:11:26) - Explore brain reactions to words, suggesting the self as a left-brain construct. Learning from others is key.
• (00:20:35) - Understanding the value of listening and the strength that lies in communication.
• (00:25:45) - Fear and love dominate; tapping into love, judgment's role, forgiveness in communication, alternative behavior solutions, and firm statements.
• (00:32:28) - Growth from experiences, not self-importance. Openness to new ideas, meaningful interactions, and listening yield joy.
• (00:38:02) - Find happiness in basic needs, curiosity, understanding, and mindful interest.
• (00:46:02) - Prioritize service, love, not seeking validation. Appreciate ethos and interconnectedness.
• (00:55:43) - Learning thrives in pivots, flexibility, and authentic engagement. Words matter, strong bonds turn problems to joys. Trusted partners prevent bad decisions.
• (01:02:40) - Learned a life-changing lesson from our meeting.
• (01:04:49) - Concluding sentiments and statements. 

Links and Resources:

• Rudy Karsan | LinkedIn
• Home | Karlani Capital
• Amazon.com: We: How to Increase Performance and Profits Through Full Engagement (Audible Audio Edition): Rudy Karsan, Lloyd James, Kevin Kruse, Tantor Audio: Audible Books & Originals
• No Self, No Problem: How Neuropsychology Is Catching Up to Buddhism (The No Self Wisdom Series): Niebauer PhD PhD, Chris: 9781938289972: Amazon.com: Books

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In today's episode, we have a special guest joining us, Robin Dreeke, a former marine corps officer and FBI special agent. Robin has an impressive background in catching spies and has now transitioned into teaching executives the art of building relationships based on trust. Get ready to uncover the secrets behind effective communication as Robin shares his insights from his time in the FBI, Marine Corps, and teaching high-level executives. Robin's People Formula has helped countless individuals and teams achieve quick, measurable results and maximum success. Whether you're a newly promoted leader, executive, sales team member, or customer relations specialist, Robin's proven strategies will help you excel.

Timestamps: 

• (00:00:23) - Robin, a former marine corps officer, FBI special agent, and intelligence specialist, founded People Formula, hosts the Forged by Trust podcast, and authored 3 books.
• (00:05:17) - Importance of being outwardly focused and recruiting allies in sales and leadership, sharing personal experiences of overcoming challenges and building trust.
• (00:13:23) - The importance of empathy, letting go of agendas, being curious, and understanding others' perspectives.
• (00:18:46) - Discussing narrative answers, the power of word choice, and empathy in conversations.
• (00:27:07) - Bullying leaders lack empathy, while problem solvers take action and practice self-accountability.
• (00:32:51) - Recruiting spies is about building trust, understanding priorities, and solving personal challenges.
• (00:40:20) - The key to building strong relationships and trust is being open, honest, transparent, and vulnerable.
• (00:47:13) - Importance of understanding different perspectives and avoiding judgment to connect and grow.
• (00:52:48) - Robin’s experience with a behavioral analysis team, focusing on building trust and the six signs of predictable behavior.
• (00:59:15) - Prioritizing nonverbal communication and building rapport through congruence and forward communication keys.
• (01:03:38) - Let go of deception, prioritize making others feel safe, be open to criticism, and seek a mentor with objectivity.

Links and Resources:

• Robin Dreeke | LinkedIn
• People Formula
• Podcast: Forged By Trust Podcast — People Formula
• Books:  Self-Mastery Reading List — People Formula

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