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. Joining her for the 2nd OUR VOICES episode is visionary entrepreneur Franz Alphonse, who overcame self-doubt to learn how to live life to the fullest. Franz shares how his father’s tough love at age 19 was the catalyst for him to believe in himself & create his life manifesto, which he's followed to this day. His humble beginnings—living in different countries & focused on education—created a culture of hard work within his family which helped Franz succeed (12:55). Starting life with few role models, Franz reveals how he creatively formed an inspiring board of directors to guide him (18:30). Franz then discusses his simultaneous outcome thinking & how his firm is creating global win-win outcomes for economic development where needed and delivering financial performance (36:00). More at https://www.apch.com

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 34, Dr. Paul L. Corona—Clinical professor of leadership in the Kellogg School of Mgt at Northwestern University—shares his very unexpected journey into higher education. He was perhaps one of the least likely to earn a doctorate in higher education and pursue a passion of helping people realize their potential, much less co-found the Lee’s 3 Habits system for stronger relationships and greater happiness. Paul then discusses the opportunity leaders have to go “beyond the bio” to find fulfillment and meaning. Next, Molly covers a few scenarios: how to respond when you notice racism (41:30); ideas on networking for a new job or internship (41:10). And see lees3habits.com to “Ask, Listen & Give. 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. By popular demand, Alan Mulally returns in Episode 33 and applies his “Working Together” principles—honed at Boeing & Ford—to his family. Download his framework on the principles of “Working Together” on from Molly's 3/11/20 LinkedIn post at https://bit.ly/2N61zva. Hear how the Mulally “weekly family meeting” supported the growth of adults, kids and family... and how you can bring it to yours. Next, Natasha calls in to understand more about unconscious bias while WFH and best practices for professionals to proactively shift such bias (40:30). And Heidi shares how she was running into roadblocks when suggesting keynote speakers of color; applying my simple suggestions, she was able to find great success! 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 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 32, Jorge calls in to discuss the transition with his team to support onsite clients remotely, including how to open communications and deliver tough news. He also talks about his own growth and building greater resilience. Next, Kelly calls in to gain clarity on how to handle being laid off without a reason why and how to be self-compassionate as she moves forward to create new job possibilities (15:50). Next, Desiree is keen to make a smooth transition to a new role: balancing training for a new position while also working the old position and adding the value she wants (34:30). Finally, Mark raises the challenge of work overload demoralizing the team, and how to approach the leader about it. 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 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 31, Molly launches Our Voices, a feature in which you will hear firsthand the stories of her guests becoming who they are. When you can hear different voices with curiosity and without judgment, it helps create empathetic understanding of vastly different experiences around what it means to grow up, go to school, struggle, work and live in our world. Molly’s friend, Patrick Brown shares his inspiring journey from high school dropout—in a land of pain and poverty—to renting his first computer at 17, and then defying the odds to become a successful, Fortune 50 high tech leader. While honoring his roots, he shares his optimism and excitement about the legacy he wants in the future. Patrick also shares actionable ways to support all of us in being safe, seen and heard... being our true and best selves.

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 30, Molly's conversations center around jobs. Her 1st caller, Kai, raises how to ask for a promotion, while still being sensitive & appreciative to have a job in these tough times. They also cover how to act on difficult feedback and stay true to yourself. Paloma, a headhunter, raises the importance of soft skills, in addition to technical, for leaders to have and apply (20:30). Then Aditya calls in to understand how to discuss with his boss the work overload that’s leading toward burn out (27:20). Finally, Molly cover self-coaching and how to bolster your own self-esteem and give yourself credit for the value that you add (47:30). Her thought for the week: Choose compassion (50:00). 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 29, Marshall Goldsmith, recognized as World’s #1 Executive Coach and a Top Ten business thinker for the past eight years by Thinkers50, shares wise words to help you lead during the pandemic. He also reveals a fantastic way to shift from feedback to feedforward. Then, Louisa poses a challenge of how to approach a conversation around more diverse representation in the sciences (16:40). And, Chris is keen for different ways to effectively connect and communicate with a leader to whom you haven’t had a lot of access (26:10). Finally, Mark shares how game-changing it is to be a “mood engineer!” (38:20). Marshall’s powerful, 6-question process: bit.ly/3ep8Guz

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 28, named “one of the most influential entrepreneurs on the planet” by The Times, 21-year old Ben Towers joins Molly to examine the importance of asking for help, and also discusses improving mental health in the workplace by forming communities. Molly's next caller Matt is keen on ways to gracefully leave a job while giving open honest feedback to be part of the solution (21:00). Then, Brandon calls in to talk about gaining new clients by showing confidence, yet not being too forceful (31:50). Finally, Molly covers a question from an HR professional about feeling unmotivated after turnover within the company (43:00). Her thought for the week: Breathe with your whole body (51:15). 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 27, renowned expert for girls and young women in leadership development, Julie Carrier, shared some of the science on building confidence and overcoming negative self-talk. She highlighted the importance of leadership development beginning in school, and also right upon entering the workforce (check out http://girlslead.com). Molly's next callers, 18-year old Maryam & Nivaal, activists and award-winning filmmakers, shared their experience working together as sisters and creating a positive relationship (25:00). Then college sophomore Jackson called in keen for ways to respond to a student leader who dismissed his idea in a meeting and didn't help the team (51:00). Tune in for these live 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 26, Molly started with several powerful learnings from a piece on Kobe Bryant, including the notion of being psychologically flexible: to be in touch with your emotions but not completely absorbed by them, a key to both Kobe’s success and saying it skillfully. President & CEO of Junior Achievement (JA) Worldwide, Asheesh Advani, generously shared his journey in building an entrepreneurial mindset and how one positive comment to a young person can literally change their life! Then, JA alum, 21-year old Ben Towers, unpacked the importance of different generations learning from each other to solve problems creatively. Ben and Molly then talked about personal brand & consistently developing a leader throughout one's life. Tune in and learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.