The Indispensable Conversation

The Indispensable Conversation

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The Indispensable Conversation episodes

  • Tony Martignetti - Is social media to blame for our increased unhappiness at work?

    Tony Martignetti works to elevate leaders and equip them with the tools  to navigate through change. He is also the host of the popular The  Virtual Campfire Podcast. 

    Most importantly, though, folks that work with  Tony say he has a rare combination of sunny personality, deep thinking,  and intuition that serve him well.     

    It's these traits that make him the perfect guest to tackle this  question with me on The Indispensable Conversation:    

    Is social media to blame for our increased unhappiness at work?

    Be sure to check it out and pass it along to someone in your circle that may benefit from the perspective.

    32 min
  • Reggie Walker - Must we accept accountability for our behavior to effectively lead others?

    Reggie Walker played 7 years in the NFL, was a team captain for the  Arizona Cardinals and is the author of The Game Within The Game. 

    He has  also lived through some trauma and has come out the other side stronger  and wiser because of it.    

    It's this last point that makes him the perfect guest to tackle this  question on this episode of The Indispensable Conversation:    

    Must we accept accountability for our behavior to effectively lead  others?    

    Come and join us in this indispensable conversation.

    32 min
  • Cali Williams Yost - Should achieving work-life balance really be the goal?

    Cali Williams Yost is a leading authority on high performance work  flexibility. A visionary workplace futurist, strategist, author, and  keynote speaker.    

    Additionally, Yost is the Founder and CEO of the Flex+Strategy Group, a  solutions company helping organizations unlock performance and  engagement by reimagining how, when, and where work is done.    

    It’s this background that makes Cali the outright “best” guest for this  episode of The Indispensable Conversation where we explore this  question:    

    Should achieving work-life balance really be the goal?      

    It is an awesome question to explore as we head into 2023. Be sure to give it a listen and let us know what you think. Thanks!

    32 min
  • Kathy Caprino - How can we assess if the "grass is really greener" over there?

    Kathy Caprino is a Leadership Coach, Speaker, Senior Forbes Contributor and host of the Finding Brave Podcast. She draws on her work as a former corporate therapist, to help people dig deep, discover their right work, and illuminate the world with it.

    It’s this background that makes Kathy the absolute “right” guest for this episode of The Indispensable Conversation where we explore this question:

    How can we assess if the "grass is really greener" over there?

    It is a terrific topic to begin the New Year as many have made resolutions to move on to bigger and better things.

    Call your friends around and give a listen!

    31 min
  • Ben Lytle - Can successful people who choose not to pivot remain on top?

    Ben Lytle, retired Chairman and CEO of Anthem, is an entrepreneur,  investor and author of The Potentialist.  

    According to Ben, “Potentialists” are laser-focused on the immense  potential that technology will bring to individuals and society. In a  future where limitations around language, location, even lifespan will  cease to exist, Potentialists strive to discover (and profit from) every  opportunity of emerging trends.  

    This makes Ben the “right” guest for this episode of The Indispensable  Conversation where we explore this question:  

    Can successful people who choose not to pivot remain on top?

    Give us a listen...

    31 min
  • Rob Salafia - Is executive presence just another over-hyped business catchphrase?

    Rob Salafia is a McGraw-Hill author, a storyteller and an MIT Master Executive Coach.     

    However, it is his work in helping leaders in developing executive poise, presence and influence which makes Rob the “perfect” guest for this episode of The Indispensable Conversation where we explore the question of the week for many leaders:    

    Is executive presence just another over-hyped business catchphrase?

    Be sure to check it out! It is a fun topic to explore...

    31 min
  • Eddie Turner - Why do most DEI programs leave staffers underwhelmed?

    Eddie Turner an in-demand leadership development expert. 

    He has appeared  in national print, radio, and television media such as the Wall Street  Journal, CNN, Fox News, PBS, NPR, and ABC discussing topics related to  leadership and diversity.    

    It is this background that makes Eddie the “right” guest for this  episode of The Indispensable Conversation where we explore this key  question for today’s top leaders:    

    Why do most DEI programs leave staffers underwhelmed?      

    Be sure to check-out our conversation -- it's sure to inform and enlighten.

    31 min
  • Dino Carella - Is the theory of positive thinking complete and utter nonsense?

    Dino Carella is a coach, mentor and author of "The Way of the Wind."     

    As a one-time corporate leader with 30 years of experience, Dino  understands how the constant pressure to deliver results, can lead to  long hours, and regular conflicts between one’s family, social, and  workplace responsibilities – making it nearly impossible for one’s life  to reflect our true essence.    

    That said, Dino wants us to reclaim our spark and live a more authentic  and fulfilling life and believes that adopting positive thinking isn’t  enough to make that happen.     

    It is this position  that makes Dino the “right” guest for this episode  of The Indispensable Conversation where we will explore this very important question:    

    Is the theory of positive thinking complete and utter nonsense?    

    Please be sure to join us!

    32 min
  • Jack Wiley - Customer-first or employee-first, which is better for business?

    Jack Wiley, PhD, is an award-winning organizational psychologist,  researcher, and leadership consultant.     

    He was awarded the prestigious Professional Practice award by the  Society of Industrial-Organizational Psychology (SIOP), a lifetime  achievement award for outstanding contributions to the practice of  industrial-organizational psychology. He also is a Fellow of the  American Psychological Association and the Association for Psychological Science.   

    Additionally, Dr. Wiley is the author of three books, including his  latest The Employee-Centric Manager: 8 Keys to People-Management  Effectiveness (2021).     

    It is this distinguished back ground that makes him the perfect guest for this episode of The Indispensable Conversation where we will explore  this very important question:    

    Customer-first or employee-first, which is better for business?    

    You don't want to miss this episode...

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    32 min
  • Mark C. Crowley: Is emotional currency worth more than raises and bonuses?

    This episode of The Indispensable Conversation features Mark C. Crowley.      

    Mark is a popular leadership speaker, podcast host, consultant and  change agent for workplace engagement and culture.  He is also the  author of Lead From The Heart, a book that examines how to lead and  inspire others to greatness. by leading from the heart.    

    All of this makes him the perfect guest to tackle this question with me:      

    “Is emotional currency worth more than raises and bonuses?”     

    In the face of today's economic uncertainties, this question is an  essential one for leaders to get a handle on.     

    Indeed, you won't want to miss this episode.

    34 min

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