Leading Beyond Any Title

As a leader, your 1:1 time with your team members might be the most meaningful conversations you have all week. These moments offer a unique opportunity to truly see, hear, and value your people. Yet, too often, 1:1 meetings are treated as just another calendar event—easily moved, postponed, or overlooked.  

What if we reimagined these conversations as a cornerstone of leadership? Done right, 1:1s can be a powerful tool to deepen trust, unlock potential, and drive both engagement and performance. They’re not just about updates or checking the box; they’re about fostering connection, clarity, and collaboration.  

Explore topics such as:  

• The true purpose of 1:1s: Moving from transactional to transformational. 
• Optimal frequency and structure: How often should they happen, and what makes them impactful?  
• Creating value through preparation: Why agendas matter—and when they don’t.  
• Active listening and meaningful dialogue: Techniques to truly hear what’s being said (and what isn’t).  
• Addressing challenges: How to navigate common barriers like awkward silences, difficult feedback, or misaligned expectations.  

Whether you’re looking to reinvigorate stale 1:1s or want to set a strong foundation for new team dynamics, this session will give you actionable strategies and fresh perspectives to elevate your conversations.

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For too long, feedback has carried a negative connotation, often feeling uncomfortable despite our best efforts to reframe it as a "gift."   We’ve all encountered feedback delivered ineffectively—whether through blunt honesty, passive-aggressive comments, or indirect hints. These methods don’t work.   It's time to leave behind the old ways of yelling, telling, and selling.   In this discussion w explore how to redefine feedback and create an environment where it truly elevates both the giver and receiver.   Learn how to foster open, constructive conversations that drive growth and strengthen relationships.

 
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Self-reflection isn’t just a buzzword in leadership circles—it’s the foundation of true effectiveness in today’s fast-paced, high-pressure workplace. Leaders who pause to reflect gain more than just clarity; they build self-awareness, make smarter decisions, and inspire trust and confidence in their teams.  

The ripple effect? Stronger teams, healthier organizations, and more sustainable success.  

The challenge for most Leaders is how do you move beyond surface-level introspection to establish a meaningful, results-driven self-reflection practice? How can you prioritize deep reflection without adding to your already overwhelming to-do list?  

In this conversation, join Craig and Jennie as they unpack: The “Why” of Self-Reflection: Why this skill is quickly becoming a non-negotiable for effective leadership.  

Practical Techniques: Easy-to-implement strategies to weave reflection into your daily routine without sacrificing productivity.  

Transformative Impacts: How a consistent reflection habit can elevate your leadership, enhance team dynamics, and prepare you to tackle challenges with resilience and confidence.  

Expect real-world examples, actionable insights, and an engaging dialogue that will leave you energized and empowered to act. Whether you’re a seasoned leader looking for a fresh perspective or an aspiring leader seeking to lay a strong foundation, this session is your opportunity to pause with purpose, reflect deeply, and lead with clarity. 

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Have burning questions about leadership that you'd like us to address? Email them to [email protected] and let your voice be heard.

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Connect directly with Jennie and Byrce on LinkedIn:

• Jennie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniengilbert/
• Byrce https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-watters-8aa1a1b5/

Have burning questions about leadership that you'd like us to address? Email them to [email protected] and let your voice be heard.

As the new year begins, it’s a perfect time to reflect on how you can better care for yourself. A leader can’t give their best if they’re running on empty, and the stress of modern environments is only becoming more pervasive. We invite you to join us for a powerful webinar designed to equip leaders with practical strategies to thrive. Learn how to set healthy boundaries, manage your energy, build resilience, and lead authentically. Discover ways to prioritize what matters, integrate work and life, and avoid burnout. Don’t miss the opportunity to invest in your well-being and boost your leadership performance. 

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• Byrce https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-watters-8aa1a1b5/

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As we wrap up a year full of leadership insights, challenges, and growth, we invite you to reflect on the big ideas that have shaped 2024. From goal setting to neurodiversity, and everything in between, this session is a look back at the key themes that defined our conversations.  

Some of the topics we revisit include:  

• Goal Setting: Bringing fresh thinking into an old process. 
• Feedback: Becoming a “noticer” to truly understand your team.  
• Engagement: Building connection by genuinely engaging with your people.  
• Leadership as Behavior: The role you play is important, but *how* you show up is what matters.  
• Psychological Safety: It’s never a checkbox—it begins with you.  
• Neurodiversity: Leading diverse teams requires awareness and empathy.  
• Performance: Clear definitions and expectations are the foundation of success.  
• Trust: Knowing when and where to build trust—and when to question it.  
• Strategic Intelligence: Leveraging it across your organization for better outcomes.  

This final session will give you the opportunity to reflect, learn, and prepare for the leadership challenges and opportunities of 2025.

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This session will provide tools for leaders who want to enhance their skills in handling difficult performance conversations and complex employee dynamics, for example:  

 Turning Feedback Conversations into Constructive Outcomes: Learn how to redirect conversations about your own performance when your leader is unable to provide effective feedback, ensuring that the dialogue leads to growth and improvement.  

 When to Escalate Toxic Leadership: Understand the right time and approach for skip-level conversations to address underperformance or toxic behaviors from leaders, especially when poor management is hindering team success.  

 Managing High Performers with a Negative Cultural Impact: Explore strategies to address the paradox of employees who excel in their roles but negatively affect team morale and culture.  

 This session will empower leaders to confidently address poor performance in various forms. Whether it’s a result of anxiety, absenteeism, or ineffective leadership, attendees will leave with actionable strategies to improve individual and team performance, while building a healthier, high-performing work environment. 

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• Byrce https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-watters-8aa1a1b5/

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In today’s increasingly diverse and complex workplaces, leaders face the crucial task of embracing neurodiversity to foster innovation, creativity, and inclusivity.  

Neurodiversity—the recognition that people’s brains work differently—brings fresh perspectives, unconventional problem-solving approaches, and unique strengths to the table. Yet, leading neurodiverse individuals requires more than awareness; it demands a commitment to creating environments where all individuals can thrive. 

While many leaders may strive for inclusivity, truly harnessing the potential of neurodiversity involves more than just good intentions. It requires leaders to foster environments where different ways of thinking are not only accepted but celebrated. This goes beyond providing accommodations; it involves rethinking communication styles, collaboration practices, and even workplace environments to ensure everyone has the space and support they need to succeed.  

In this episode, we will explore how leaders can better understand neurodiverse team members', and those who support them; offering unique lenses and perspectives. You’ll learn practical strategies to create a culture of psychological safety, where neurodiverse individuals feel empowered to contribute fully. This conversation will highlight the importance of adapting leadership approaches to unlock the full potential of a diverse workforce, allowing teams to excel in a way that benefits everyone.

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In the workplace, we often find ourselves interacting with a wild variety of personalities—some productive, others a bit more dangerous. Inspired by Jeroen Kraaijenbrink's "10 Dangerous Personalities to Avoid," this webinar explores how to recognize, manage, and even lead these personalities, rather than simply avoid them.   

Jennie and Craig as they discuss practical strategies for dealing with common workplace challenges, including how to lead difficult personalities and manage up with impact.   You’ve likely encountered many of these characters before. Here’s a sneak peek: The DODO (Dangerous Outdated Opinions): A relic of the past, clinging to ideas that have long lost their relevance. Their outdated wisdom may sound authoritative, but it rarely leads to progress.

The ZEBRA (Zero Evidence But Really Arrogant): Confident and brash, yet with little substance to back it up. Their arrogance often derails team efforts and clouds sound judgment. The MOUSE (Muddled Opinions, Easily Swayed): Timid and indecisive, their opinions change with the wind, making it hard to rely on them for clear direction or decisions. The WOLF (Working on the Latest Fire): Constantly in crisis mode, jumping from one problem to another, they often miss the bigger picture and the opportunity for lasting solutions.   

This webinar will equip leaders, colleagues, and those managing upward with impactful tools and strategies for working alongside these personalities and fostering a more productive and harmonious workplace.

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 In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, leaders are often charged with the critical task of fostering a high-performance culture capable of driving innovation and adaptation. Whether it's sparking creativity, enhancing collaboration, or pioneering new ideas, these goals are deeply rooted in social processes that can't be achieved overnight. Leaders must cultivate an environment that encourages open dialogue, experimentation, and even the occasional unconventional idea, all while maintaining a focus on the performance that leads to results.  

While psychological safety is frequently touted as the key to this challenge—where everyone feels secure enough to voice their thoughts—it's important to recognize that true psychological safety isn't created by simply declaring it or attending a single webinar. Instead, it requires a sustained, thoughtful approach from leadership.  

In this conversation, Craig and Jennie will delve into the leader’s role in building this critical climate. You'll gain insights into the subtle cues and self-awareness markers that indicate progress and learn practical strategies for consistently fostering a culture where every team member feels empowered to contribute. 

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• Byrce https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-watters-8aa1a1b5/

Have burning questions about leadership that you'd like us to address? Email them to [email protected] and let your voice be heard.