Today I’m exploring chapters 7 and 8 of The CEO’s Compass where I dive into the people and process compass points and how to use them in your leadership practice. We’ll discuss why everyone can’t be a high performer, the three categories of emerging leaders that need your help, and the V.A.U.L.T assessment that can help you customize your mentorship and leadership skills for your unique team.

On today’s episode Josh Little shares how workplace communication has changed during the pandemic and the gap that his new tech company is filling. Listen in as Deborah and Josh discuss different ways to communicate with your team, understanding individual communication needs, and the gap that virtual communication is creating in your team connectedness.

Today Moshe Cohen reveals his key insights into negotiation and how managing your emotions can optimize your outcome. Listen in as Deborah and Moshe discuss the difference between negotiation and mediation, the framework for recognizing your emotions and how to approach negotiation in business if you hate dealing with conflict.

Today Keziah Robinson shares how leaders can transform their organization through delegation. Listen in as Deborah and Keziah discuss how to create intuitive systems, encouraging others to lead, and focusing on the best interests of the business.

On today’s episode David Horsager reveals how trust impacts the bottom line of organizations. Listen in as Deborah and David explore how leaders can build trust within their companies, why adaptability is critical to trustworthiness, and the eight pillars of trust that build a solid foundation for future leadership.

Today Jay Hodge shares the power of understanding the culture of your team and your customers. Listen in as Deborah and Jay discuss humility, learning from past experiences, and using culture as a way to meet your organization’s true potential. They also explore the customer experience and how company culture plays a role in creating loyal clients.

On today’s episode Deborah explores the idea of pride in the workplace and how we can utilize it to build stronger, loyal teams that are invested in our organizations. Listen in as she discusses pride in the context of team dynamics, how communication and pride work together, and the importance of asking and receiving feedback.

Today on The Drop In CEO Gina Covarrubias shares why STEM professionals experience job dissatisfaction and how you can support yourself and your team through it. Listen in as Deborah and Gina discuss understanding what you can control, why career satisfaction relies on more than passion, and the importance of leadership asking the right questions.

On today’s episode Deborah breaks down the value of observing and utilizing your team’s past skills and experiences to optimize future performance. Listen in as Deborah discusses preserving trust with an existing team in times of transition, identifying your own skills from past experiences, and the importance of understanding how workplace culture impacts performance.

Today Tra Williams reveals the power of creativity and how entrepreneurs in America can thrive by focusing on the right mindset. Listen in as Deborah and Tra discuss the real definition of the “American dream,” being realistic about success time frames, and why small businesses are vital to the American economy and culture. They also discuss why education isn’t set up to promote entrepreneurship and why innovation is essential for progress.