Leadership deep dive

In this episode, Ant and Terry dive into their top tools, tips and tricks for giving effective feedback as a leader to improve performance without triggering defensiveness. 

Also in this episode:

• The optimal ratio of positive to constructive feedback for building a high performing team. 
• The simple 3 part framework for structuring feedback that creates commitment and change. 
• A live example of a seasoned manager giving both constructive and positive feedback to a direct report. 
• How to use 'wise criticism' to frame your feedback in a way that enhances relationships and instantly amplifies effort.

In this episode Ant and Terry explore how coaching can help leaders improve their productivity and presence, while reducing stress and enhacing their reputation among direct reports.

Also in this episode:

• The signs of a misplaced leader 
• Why focusing on your own productivity as a leader can hurt productivity
• Why coaching is an essential skill every leader needs to master
• How Terry used coaching to help an athlete achieve his goal
• The key principles of coaching

In this episode Ant and Terry explore how coaching can help leaders improve their productivity and presence, while reducing stress and enhacing their reputation among direct reports.

Also in this episode:

• The signs of a misplaced leader 
• Why focusing on your own productivity as a leader can hurt productivity
• Why coaching is an essential skill every leader needs to master
• How Terry used coaching to help an athlete achieve his goal
• The key principles of coaching

In this episode, Ant brings in renowned Aussie parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson. Together they explore the challenges that working from home presents for parents and couples - and some evidence backed tools and tips for thriving in the chaos. 

Also in this episode: 

• How the way 'cognitive load' is carried among couples impacts outcomes for relationships and productivity. 
• The emotion contagion and how to protect yourself and others. 
• How to coopt a powerful strategy used by military leaders to improve your work life and home life simultaneously. 
• The three E's model for dealing with unruly children  
• A simple way to instantly improve your resilience and wellbeing.  

Show notes

In this episode, Ant brings in renowned Aussie parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson. Together they explore the challenges that working from home presents for parents and couples - and some evidence backed tools and tips for thriving in the chaos. 

Also in this episode: 

• How the way 'cognitive load' is carried among couples impacts outcomes for relationships and productivity. 
• The emotion contagion and how to protect yourself and others. 
• How to coopt a powerful strategy used by military leaders to improve your work life and home life simultaneously. 
• The three E's model for dealing with unruly children  
• A simple way to instantly improve your resilience and wellbeing.  

Show notes

In the final part of the series on dealing with difficult conversations, Ant and Terry a proven 5 step model for structuring the content of a difficult conversation. This simple, but profound framework makes it possible to tell your truth and actually improv working relationships at the same time. If you've ever found it difficult to talk through a tough topic with others, this episode will give you a tried and tested formula for success. 

Also in this episode:

• The similarities between people who are good at having difficult conversations and people who are good at standup comedy. 
• The three telltale signs a conversation might be about to 'turn'. 
• How to use the 'Matching' strategy for talking people down when they are upset. 
• How specific language patterns can dramatically improve your comfort and results.  
• Ant and Terry critique a simulated conversation between a manager and direct report.

Show notes:
https://content.modusleadership.com.au/difficultconversationsep3/

In the final part of the series on dealing with difficult conversations, Ant and Terry a proven 5 step model for structuring the content of a difficult conversation. This simple, but profound framework makes it possible to tell your truth and actually improv working relationships at the same time. If you've ever found it difficult to talk through a tough topic with others, this episode will give you a tried and tested formula for success. 

Also in this episode:

• The similarities between people who are good at having difficult conversations and people who are good at standup comedy. 
• The three telltale signs a conversation might be about to 'turn'. 
• How to use the 'Matching' strategy for talking people down when they are upset. 
• How specific language patterns can dramatically improve your comfort and results.  
• Ant and Terry critique a simulated conversation between a manager and direct report.

Show notes:
https://content.modusleadership.com.au/difficultconversationsep3/

In the second part of the difficult conversations series, Ant and Terry explore the often overlooked elements that trip leaders up when having difficult conversations. If you've ever gone into a conversation with the best of intentions and wondered why it's all gone wrong, this episode has the answer and the antidote. 

Also in this episode:

• Why context is often more important than content (and the difference between the two)
• How and why Ant's high stakes conversation with his team bombed when attempting the world ice dive. 
• The four points of failure that derail difficult conversations. 
• How to prepare for difficult conversations to avoid common mistakes and dramatically improve your outcomes. 

Show notes:

In the second part of the difficult conversations series, Ant and Terry explore the often overlooked elements that trip leaders up when having difficult conversations. If you've ever gone into a conversation with the best of intentions and wondered why it's all gone wrong, this episode has the answer and the antidote. 

Also in this episode:

• Why context is often more important than content (and the difference between the two)
• How and why Ant's high stakes conversation with his team bombed when attempting the world ice dive. 
• The four points of failure that derail difficult conversations. 
• How to prepare for difficult conversations to avoid common mistakes and dramatically improve your outcomes. 

Show notes:

in the first of three episodes on difficult conversations, Ant and Terry delve into the causes of our resistance, and the ways in which we tend to react when conversations 'turn'. 

Also in this episode:

• The one language pattern to avoid when forecasting a difficult conversation
• The three paths we can take when things turn. 
• Six simple questions that can help you overcome your avoidance.  
• A three-step exercise to help you reprogram your response and remain centred in crucial conversations. 

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