Say It Skillfully®

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 45, John, a former consultant, calls in 1st to raise the tricky situation of clients airing internal “dirty laundry” to external consultants and how to handle being in the crossfire if you’re told in confidence and somehow want to be helpful; we also discuss navigating this if you’re more junior in rank. Next Rhonda, supporting a star team member's promotion, asks for a different approach to a conversation that had this star in tears (it’s a good ending 18:00). Vince calls in for a lively chat on transforming a group of leaders abdicating their roles in employee feedback, to then becoming the top performing unit (36:00). Thought for the week: change what you see (53:05). Tune in for these conversations and more, as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 44, the extraordinary Sandy Ogg, Founder of CEO.works, shares his unscripted path to a vibrant, high-impact & meaningful life. Grounded by amazing parents and a passion for sport, Sandy describes the gift of serendipity and role of key people & institutions, esp. at U.S. Coast Guard Academy and early jobs: boarding Japanese fishing vessels in the Bering Sea (65’ waves!), gratification of saving a life & pain when unable to do so. Discovering his passion for leadership at The Center for Leadership Studies opened doors at Motorola, Unilever & Blackstone Group. Sandy talks about his firm today and return to his passion via New York Youth Baseball Foundation (nyybf.org). Answering “Are you doing something significant?” has been life-changing. Lastly Sandy reflects on his life’s work with his “5 C’s”.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 43 the inspiring Elijah Heyward describes his beginnings in Beaufort, SC. He shares his profound connection to his southern roots & Gullah Geechee cultural identity and the affirming experience of attending HBCU Hampton University, which led him to Yale Divinity School & being the 1st African American graduate in the American Studies PhD program at UNC, Chapel Hill. He speaks passionately of his journey; generously of his learnings. “The blessing of life is meeting people who have different experiences than you.” (17:45). Elijah’s is an abundance mindset: “There’s enough success for everyone.” He notes there are so many ways to be American (37:00) & offers perspective on becoming better educated on the human condition (43:30). Tune in for how to be safe, seen & heard, and our true & best selves.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 42, her 1st caller, Reed, a sales manager, asks how to talk with a team member who wants to grow into a leadership role but doesn’t seem to be taking the cues to develop. Next Jen has a tough situation of being asked to transition from a high-profile project when the person who will be owning the work isn’t exactly up to speed. They also discuss how to further amp up how she communicates to create even more impact and be recognized for it (20:20). Molly then covers 2 scenarios: how to provide unsolicited feedback that’s well received and coaching folks whose inexperience results in errors & missed deadlines (46:40). Molly's thought for the week: practice empathetic understanding (53:55). Join the show for her conversations as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 41, Jeff Saviano—EY Global Tax Innovation Leader & host of podcast Better Innovation—shares how sport was a grounding force in his youth and college choice. He also reveals how overcoming a setback early in his career makes his taking the stage at TEDx and the Davos World Economic Forum even more meaningful. Those who struggle some with public speaking, keep the faith! Jeff talks about areas he’s keen to grow as he pursues innovations that help business & society. Next retiree John talks about friction with those at opposite ends of the political spectrum & deciding it’s time to move on. Seth raises how 2 peers on his team “confidentially” confide in him that the other is the problem (44:45). Tune in for her conversations as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 40, Molly’s first caller, Jon, is keen to help his second-in-command realize that his being perceived as “Mr. No” is not serving the team or himself; leaders, like everyone in the organization, must have opportunities for growth. Next, from an academic research environment, John asks if and how to appropriately support two different colleagues struggling with their bosses, one of whom is at risk of leaving the organization (15:30)! Then JoAnn calls in to discuss how over the past few decades—despite positive intention and inclusion programs—the workplace hasn’t progressed as much as we’d like…what needs to happen (28:20)? Molly closes w/ how to handle when you're not heard (50:45). Join the show for her live conversations as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 39 Dr. Terry Jackson shares his inspiring journey growing up in segregated Wilmington, NC. Though he didn't feel bias until he was almost out of high school, his early experiences with it motivated him to excel. As a TEDx speaker, author and organizational change expert, Terry is helping to transform what it means to lead. His awareness and foundation of black excellence supported his own groundedness and sense of self, inspiring all to believe in oneself, first and foremost. To advance both social and economic justice, he shares how we can see the “sameness” in each other and treat all human beings as human beings. Keep in mind, “It doesn’t matter how often you talk, but what you say when you do. Tune in for ways to support us all in being safe, seen and heard... being our true and best selves.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 38, Molly's first caller, Veronica, asks for advice on how to begin to network with people in a new career field. Next, Vince and Molly work through how to communicate most effectively with a culturally diverse team to learn from mistakes without instilling fear of making them (14:55). Carrie then asks about handling when a company “ghosts” you in the interview process (28:30). Annette calls in about raising the topic of travel with the pandemic, and also wonders about when to share very personal details, and doing so in a way that fosters trust (36:30). Finally, Geoff asks how to handle receiving sensitive information which ends up impeding his work (47:15). Tune into the show for Molly's conversations as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 37, Sameer Munshi, EY Consulting Manager, talks about being a late bloomer, overcoming perceived early failures to get on a track to thrive. One key was learning to speak kindly and skillfully to himself, which led to a more positive mindset. He also reveals his own takeaways for financial wellness and what’s meaningful. Tay joins Molly keen for ways to address people asking about her race, while staying true to herself (35:50). Then Fred shares thoughts on leading his hospitality business through Covid & racial tensions (40:50). Finally, kudos to Community Solutions, named 1 of 6 finalists in MacArthur Foundation’s #100andChange competition for a $100 million grant. End homelessness! Tune in for Molly's conversations as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 36, Molly’s 1st caller, Meadow, was looking for ways to constructively deal with passive-aggressive behaviors at both work and home. Eric then raised the big question of how to be a “corporate human” and take substantive actions on social justice; he offered the metaphor of crossing the bridge from Facebook to LinkedIn - more here: https://bit.ly/3j5NZqm (15:30). Mian was keen for ways to approach an angry CEO with the truth (33:00). Lastly, Molly offered thoughts for getting started with a new team when there’s no chance to actually meet face-to-face (47:30). Join the show for her conversations on these topics as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself. More ways to help you interact powerfully, openly and honestly at https://sayitskillfully.com