The Leadership Line

In this episode of The Leadership Line podcast titled "Down Time-A Must or A Myth?" Tammy Rogers, Scott Burgmeyer, and Karman Hotchkiss engage in a lively discussion about the necessity and myths surrounding downtime. They share insights on the benefits of recharging during holidays, acknowledge their own work-centric tendencies, and emphasize the importance of individualized approaches to finding activities that rejuvenate and feed the soul.

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Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp   

Meet your hosts:   

Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers  

Scott Burgmeyer:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy  

Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-hotchkiss/   

Other Resources:  http://www.becomemoregp.com 

In this episode of The Leadership Line podcast, Tammy Rogers, Scott Burgmeyer, and Karman Hotchkiss discuss workplace myths, challenging misconceptions about effective leaders. They also address stereotypes and the fallacy of equating busyness with productivity. The hosts encourage a shift in perspective, promoting leadership based on collaboration and understanding.

Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! [email protected]   

Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp   
Meet your hosts:   

Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers  

Scott Burgmeyer:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy  

Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-hotchkiss/   

Other Resources:  http://www.becomemoregp.com 

In this episode of "The Leadership Line" podcast, hosts Tammy Rogers, Scott Burgmeyer, and Karman Hotchkiss explore the concept of the seven deadly wounds, discussing how wounds such as abandonment, shame, fear, powerlessness, rejection, hopelessness, and confusion impact individuals and leaders. They delve into the idea of whether leaders have a responsibility to help their team members work through these wounds, exploring the balance between results and humanity in the workplace. The conversation emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, trust-building, and each leader's unique superpower in fostering effective leadership.

Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! [email protected]   

Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp   

Meet your hosts:   

Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers  

Scott Burgmeyer:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy  

Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-hotchkiss/   

Other Resources:  http://www.becomemoregp.com 

In this episode titled "Jumping to Solutions Instead of Identifying the Problem," hosts Tammy Rogers, Scott Burgmeyer, and Karman Hotchkiss discuss the pitfalls of hastily jumping to solutions. Sharing insights from a staff retreat, they introduce The DMAIC Way—a problem-solving process. The hosts emphasize the importance of understanding problems before taking action and conclude by introducing team members Jenn Peterson, Michael Peterson, and Marlene Sprouse, highlighting the team's dedication to empowering frontline individuals with problem-solving skills.

The DMAIC Way® 9 Step-Process

1. Define the problem or area you would like to change. Be specific.
2. Why does this need to change or be improved?
3. What are the current process steps?
4. What are the causes or gaps?
5. Why did the cause(s) occur or what are the options?
6. What actions will be taken and how will people be notified?
7. What will be put in place to prevent backslide?
8. Is the issue resolved? Prove it. (Show results.)
9. Memorialize the work.

 
Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! [email protected]   

Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp   

Meet your hosts:   

Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers 
Scott Burgmeyer:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy 
Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-hotchkiss/   

Other Resources:  http://www.becomemoregp.com 

In this episode of The Leadership Line Podcast titled "Culture of Urgency," hosts Tammy Rogers, Scott Burgmeyer, and Karman Hotchkiss explore the misconceptions surrounding busyness and the rewards attached to crisis management. They discuss the dangers of false urgency and emphasize the importance of distinguishing between urgent and important tasks.  The conversation underscores the need for leaders to foster self-sufficiency in their teams and challenges the allure of being the hero with all the answers.

Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! [email protected]   

Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp   

Meet your hosts:   

Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers 
Scott Burgmeyer:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy 
Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-hotchkiss/   

Other Resources:  http://www.becomemoregp.com 

This week's episode of The Leadership Line podcast, titled "Gratitude At Work," features hosts Tammy Rogers, Scott Burgmeyer, and Karman Hotchkiss as they delve into the transformative power of gratitude in the workplace. Discussing the positive influence of acknowledging various aspects of work life, they emphasize its impact on resilience and team dynamics. The hosts collectively convey their gratitude for the exceptional staff, unique partnerships, and meaningful work experiences that have enriched their professional journeys.

Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! [email protected]   

Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp   

Meet your hosts:   

Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers 
Scott Burgmeyer:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy 
Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-hotchkiss/   

Other Resources:  http://www.becomemoregp.com 

In this episode of The Leadership Line podcast, hosts Tammy Rogers and Scott Burgmeyer discuss various unwritten rules that can impact organizational dynamics, prompted by the question, "What's an unwritten rule in your organization that's unforgivable?" The conversation covers topics such as the importance of clear communication, alignment of priorities, and the challenges of providing and receiving feedback. Throughout the episode, Tammy and Scott provide examples from their organization. The hosts encourage open conversations between leaders and employees to foster mutual understanding and alignment.

 
Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! [email protected]   

Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp   

Meet your hosts:   

Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers 
Scott Burgmeyer:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy 
Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-hotchkiss/   

Other Resources:  http://www.becomemoregp.com 

In this episode of The Leadership Line Podcast titled "How to know when to quit and quit (and offboard) gracefully," hosts Tammy Rogers and Scott Burgmeyer discuss the art of quitting a job gracefully. They emphasize the importance of recognizing the right time to leave and share insights on how to navigate the process professionally, while also addressing their own experiences and perspectives on the topic.

Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! [email protected]   

Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp   

Meet your hosts:   

Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers 
Scott Burgmeyer:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy 
Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-hotchkiss/   

Other Resources:  http://www.becomemoregp.com 

In this week's episode of The Leadership Line podcast, "How do you tell if a potential new job is a good fit?" Tammy Rogers and Scott Burgmeyer discuss key factors in evaluating a job opportunity. They emphasize what to look for during interviews, researching the organization, and gathering insights from current and former employees. They also discuss taking a proactive role in shaping one's own happiness within the workplace.

 
Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! [email protected]   

Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp   

Meet your hosts:   

Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers 
Scott Burgmeyer:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy 
Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-hotchkiss/   

Other Resources:  http://www.becomemoregp.com 

In this episode of "The Leadership Line" titled "Experience Manager: Should Your Company Have One?" hosts Tammy and Scott discuss the role of an employee experience manager, which is considered one of the hottest jobs for 2023. They question whether it's practical to have someone solely responsible for shaping an organization's culture. Scott is skeptical of hiring someone for this role, believing that the executive team should primarily be responsible for the culture. Tammy adds that culture should be an integral part of the organization's values and decisions rather than a specialized role. They discuss the challenges of enforcing culture changes and the importance of executive team cohesion.

 
Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! [email protected]   

Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp   

Meet your hosts:   

Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers 
Scott Burgmeyer:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy 
Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-hotchkiss/   

Other Resources:  http://www.becomemoregp.com