Sacred Conversations on Work

Sacred Conversations on WorkEpisode 12

In Episode 12, Host Carol Ross speaks with New York Times Bestselling Author Kim Scott. Kim's book, Radical Candor: Be a Kickass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity, reflects on her experience as a leader and CEO coach at high-level tech firms like Apple, Google, Dropbox, and Twitter. In her work, Kim focuses on cultivating strong workplace relationships where both employers and employees feel compelled to give and solicit honest feedback. In Part 1 of her conversation with Carol, the two discuss strategies for soliciting feedback, creating a culture of mutual respect, and dealing with low performers in the workplace. Listen in for a conversation about humility, building relationships, and how bosses can gain the skills to be radically candid. More information about Kim Scott and Radical Candor: radicalcandor.com

standoutandbelong.com/blog/ Show Notes: https://standoutandbelong.com/sacred-conversations-on-work-episode-12/

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HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com

PRODUCER/EDITOR: Kyle Donovan, kyledonovan.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier

In Episode 12, Host Carol Ross speaks with New York Times Bestselling Author Kim Scott. Kim's book, Radical Candor: Be a Kickass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity, reflects on her experience as a leader and CEO coach at high-level tech firms like Apple, Google, Dropbox, and Twitter. In her work, Kim focuses on cultivating strong workplace relationships where both employers and employees feel compelled to give and solicit honest feedback. In Part 1 of her conversation with Carol, the two discuss strategies for soliciting feedback, creating a culture of mutual respect, and dealing with low performers in the workplace. Listen in for a conversation about humility, building relationships, and how bosses can gain the skills to be radically candid. More information about Kim Scott and Radical Candor: radicalcandor.com

standoutandbelong.com/blog/ Show Notes: https://standoutandbelong.com/sacred-conversations-on-work-episode-12/

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HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com

PRODUCER/EDITOR: Kyle Donovan, kyledonovan.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier

 Currently the Vice President of Business Development at Visier, Zack Johnson is a thought-leader in the field of business analytics. As a young CEO and graduate of Northwestern University, Zack sold his first company, Syndio, before the age of 30. His passion for improving performance through analytics comes through in this lively conversation, in which a variety of subjects are discussed through Zack’s unique lens.

As a millennial, Zack offers insights into the changing landscape of employment in today’s marketplace. His optimistic vision for the next generation of leaders includes the integration of technology and analytics which we can only imagine today. By organizing companies using analytics and objective data, Zack hopes to streamline decision making and leadership. He describes a “major shift in how people manage people,” comparing today’s management to a plane without electronics on-board.

Listen in for a closer examination of business analytics, evolving technology, inspiring employees through leadership, mental health, personal development, and what millennials are looking for in a workplace.

Guest Contact Information

Zack Johnson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zackj

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Credits:

HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com

PRODUCER/EDITOR: Kyle Donovan, kyledonovan.com

GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier

In Episode 11, Host Carol Ross speaks with Zack Johnson. Currently the Vice President of Business Development at Visier, Zack is a thought-leader in the field of business analytics. As a young CEO and graduate of Northwestern University, he sold his first company, Syndio, before the age of 30. His passion for improving performance through analytics comes through in this lively conversation, in which a variety of subjects are discussed through Zack’s unique lens.

Listen in to this show preview and be sure to subscribe so you are among the first to hear the show!

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Credits:

HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com

PRODUCER/EDITOR: Kyle N Donovan, kyledonovan.com

GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier

Sacred Conversations about WorkEpisode 10

On this bonus episode, host Carol Ross speaks again with Bryan Ungard, Chief Purpose Officer for Decurion Management Company. Bryan unpacks a common misconception about how to establish a flourishing company culture; rather than developing policies and practices from on high and expecting results, it is necessary to look deeper into what a flourishing culture is based upon, the structures and processes. It requires a broadening of awareness on an individual level, this awareness makes decisions responsive to the emotional well being of the group as well as traditional business maneuvering. The specific practices designed to shape the culture are effective only when refined and resting atop the structures and process that form the culture of the company. Bryan’s insights into business success are based upon 30 years of management experience and they are profound; listen to learn about the proper use of “I” statements, the true definition of vulnerability and the emotional skills necessary for long term success.

More information about Bryan Ungard and Decurion Management Company:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-ungard-74b6b742

Show Notes: https://standoutandbelong.com/sacred-conversations-on-work-episode-10/

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Credits:

HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com

PRODUCER/EDITOR: Joanna L. McWilliams, joannamcwilliams.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier

http://www.decurion.com/dec/

In this bonus episode, Host Carol Ross continues her conversation in with Bryan Ungard. Listen in to this show preview and be sure to subscribe so you are among the first to hear the show! standoutandbelong.com/blog/

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Show Notes: https://standoutandbelong.com/sacred-conversations-on-work-episode-10/

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HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com

PRODUCER/EDITOR: Joanna L. McWilliams, joannamcwilliams.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier

What does it mean for a company to flourish? Profits alone aren’t enough according to Bryan Ungard Chief Purpose Officer for Decurion Management Company; the personal development of the human beings that compose a company are of equal importance. Bryan is working to reshape the relationship between employees and their company to the benefit of all. The traditional outlook is transactional, the worker is a means to another’s ends. Bryan’s job is to operate the business so there is no tradeoff between excellent business performance and human flourishing; by investing in an employee or member’s development beyond simply job training is how a business flourishes. Listen as Bryan and Carol explore the concept of an authentic human community and as Bryan lays out the four axioms for crafting a meaningful, sacred space for personal and business growth.

Bryan has more than 30 years of experience in technology, business, and organizational transformation.  He started his career as an IT systems developer, designer, and architect. He co-founded and served for more than 15 years as partner and principal consultant of Silenus Group, a systems integration firm that provided systems and services to companies such as IBM, Ford, La-Z-Boy, and Caterpillar, in addition to numerous small and medium-sized businesses.  After Silenus Group, he consulted in the healthcare industry and began his practice in organizational transformation. Bryan received his bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Hiram College and his Masters of Business Administration from the University of Michigan.

More information about Bryan Ungard and Decurion Management Company:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-ungard-74b6b742

http://www.decurion.com/dec/ Show Notes: https://standoutandbelong.com/sacred-conversations-on-work-episode-9/

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HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com

PRODUCER/EDITOR: Joanna L. McWilliams, joannamcwilliams.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier

In Episode 9, Host Carol Ross speaks with Bryan Ungard Chief Purpose Officer for Decurion Management Company. Bryan is working to reshape the relationship between employees and their company to the benefit of all. The traditional outlook is transactional, the worker is a means to another’s ends. Bryan’s job is to operate the business so there is no tradeoff between excellent business performance and human flourishing; by investing in an employee or member’s development beyond simply job training is how a business flourishes.

standoutandbelong.com/blog/ Show Notes: https://standoutandbelong.com/sacred-conversations-on-work-episode-9/

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HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com

PRODUCER/EDITOR: Joanna L. McWilliams, joannamcwilliams.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier

This week veteran Executive Coach Leng Lim joins host Carol Ross for a free-ranging conversation about the spiritual nature of business, and the soul. Leng has a fascinating perspective on life and work: a gay man raised in a strictly Christian home, a man with a Master’s of Divinity from Harvard who became a legendary leadership guru, Leng’s life defies categorization and his story is well worth a listen.

Leng has coached senior executives in the U.S., Europe, and Asia at leading companies such as Prudential Group, PricewaterhouseCoopers, CIMB, the National University of Singapore, and INSEAD's Executive Education programs.

Leng’s coaching starts by introducing executives to their own inner lives, a critical step that has largely been ignored in a corporate culture, which tends to focus more on the external world. Leng has taught countless executives the ability to understand the psychological map that drives their decision-making processes. Listen as Leng gently presents the profound nature of business and discusses the responsibility that business leaders have to prudently manage their employees. 

For more information on Leng or his executive or faculty development programs please go to his website: https://www.mindkindinstitute.com/about/

Guest Contact Information

Leng Lim email – [email protected]

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Credits:

HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com

PRODUCER/EDITOR: Joanna L. McWilliams, joannamcwilliams.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier

In Episode 8, Host Carol Ross speaks with Leng Lim, a veteran Executive Coach who has coached senior executives in the U.S., Europe, and Asia at leading companies such as Prudential Group, PricewaterhouseCoopers, CIMB, etc. Leng gently presents the profound nature of business and discusses the responsibility that business leaders have to prudently manage their employees. Listen in to this show preview and be sure to subscribe so you are among the first to hear the show!

• standoutandbelong.com/blog/

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Credits:

HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com

PRODUCER/EDITOR: Joanna L. McWilliams, joannamcwilliams.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier