In 2024, we anticipate a significant transformation in technological landscapes, with artificial intelligence (AI) at the center stage.

Even if your organization isn't addressing the topic of AI yet, it's critical for you as a leader to get ahead of the curve and learn how AI will transform your role, affect your team, and create both advantages and disadvantages for your workplace.

The sooner you begin to process the information, the more likely you are to future-proof your career and navigate this new landscape with confidence.

Be sure to listen in on my predictions for 2024 . . .oh, and I'll also be sharing some exciting news of my own!

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Are you walking into the new year wanting to accelerate your career? If so, then this episode is for you. It's a re-release of Episode 152, one of the most popular episodes of The Manager Track podcast.

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We've all been there: feeling like we're just repeating the same mistakes or not retaining the things have heard.

But what if you took a lesson from those experiences, rather than letting them slip away?

On this episode of The Manager Track podcast, I'll show how creating and using your very own leadership playbook is the key to advancing in your career! Discover when and why it's useful as well as exactly how having one can help propel you forward on an upward trajectory.

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00:48 This is your leadership playbook

03:28 What is the purpose of your playbook?

07:58 Reflecting on your leadership

11:25 Recap

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This is a re-release of one of the most popular episodes of The Manager Track podcast. If you've ever struggled with analysis paralysis, overthinking, or just plain 'ol stinkin' thinkin' then this episode is for you.

When we think something over and over again, our thoughts quickly become patterns and those patterns then turn into beliefs.

Now beliefs can either be positive beliefs (things that will actually help us and support us and make us feel more confident and be more effective), or they can be negative beliefs that can make us doubt ourselves, be less effective, and fail to create the results that we really want. The problem is that they’re not that easy to uncover.

In this episode, I’m sharing the 6 most common thinking patterns that many of us have running around in our minds, whether consciously or unconsciously.

You can access more resources here: https://www.ramonashaw.com/43-is-your-thinking-helping-or-hurting-you/

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In this week's episode, we discuss how to nail leadership interviews with insights and strategies from Farah Sharghi. With a wealth of experience as a former Director of Recruitment and HR professional at tech giants like Google, Lyft, Uber, and TikTok, Farah shares invaluable tips to help you shine in your next interview.

Listen in to:

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When we explore the etymology of the term "decide," we uncover its roots in the Latin word "decidere." "De-" means "off" or "down," and "caedere" means "to cut." In this historical context, "decide" originally meant to "cut off" or "cut away" alternative possibilities. The crucial insight? If we decide in advance of emotionally charged events, we are more likely to make logical, wise decisions.

Decisiveness involves navigating uncertainty with clarity and purpose. The power of decisiveness lies in making choices that shape outcomes, allowing us to carve a deliberate path forward.

By approaching decisions with foresight and careful consideration, we empower ourselves to make logical, wise decisions, mitigating the pitfalls of emotional reactivity. This proactive stance enables leaders to navigate challenges with a clear, level-headed perspective, fostering a culture of thoughtful decision-making without the need for drastic measures.

Be sure to tune in to this episode to gain insights into:

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The one person you spend more time with than anyone else is yourself. So, it's no surprise that your internal dialogue with yourself is also more crucial than any other conversation you could have.

In my coaching sessions, I often discover that my clients' internal conversations are the stumbling blocks for their career success. For example, without evidence, they've convinced themselves that giving direct feedback will lead to being disliked by their direct reports or that holding their team accountable might brand them as a micromanager.

But here's the truth: these worries are often more unfounded than valid. The reality often differs from the fears our internal dialogues present.

In this episode, I will share the most common unfounded worries about leadership and provide insights to help you reframe those doubts, empowering you to move forward more confidently in your leadership role.

Access more resources here: www.ramonashaw.com/188-worries-about-leadership

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If you've ever been captivated by the challenges and dynamics of competitive reality shows like "Survivor," "Squid Game," or "Hell's Kitchen," you'll find this week's podcast episode particularly intriguing.

In the world of leadership, much like these reality TV competitions, the climb up the organizational hierarchy brings heightened challenges. Just as contestants face tougher trials and personalities clash under pressure, leaders encounter more complex problems and, inevitably, "difficult" people the further they get in the competition.

The real question isn't IF you'll encounter a challenging individual, but WHEN. Mastering the art of handling difficult people is not just a skill; it's a career game-changer.

Whether it's a challenging coworker, a demanding supervisor, or even a problematic direct report, we all encounter difficult people in our careers.

This episode provides valuable insights on how to navigate these situations, retain our power, maintain healthy relationships, and when it's time to consider stepping away.

If you've ever felt stressed, drained, or frustrated by "difficult" people, this episode is a must-listen.

Check it more resources here: www.ramonashaw.com/187-difficult-people-at-work

(And share it with any of your friends or co-workers who might be navigating a tricky work relationship right now.)

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Leadership is not a predetermined ability and no one starts out being an exceptional leader. It's an ongoing learning process filled with bumps, detours, and pitfalls along the way.

In this episode, I want to provide you with a list of things that can be implemented into your day-to-day activities right away that will help you improve your leadership effectiveness starting today.

Check out more resources here: www.ramonashaw.com/186-leading-without-talent

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Mark Pincus, the founder of Zynga, once said that leaders should "make everyone the CEO of something."

But that's easier said than done. So how do you go about cultivating an ownership mindset, not only for yourself, but all of your direct reports as well? I mean, is it even possible to affect how other people view their ownership of something?

In this week's episode, I wanted to highlight the importance of having an ownership mindset in leadership and explore some of the common challenges and negative consequences of a low ownership mindset within teams.

If you've ever wanted tips on how to boost your team members' autonomy and accountability to foster a more creative and independent work environment then this episode is for you!

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Every year since 1935 and coming up on December 9, football enthusiasts gather around to see who will win the esteemed Heisman Trophy. Only the best of the best even make it on the ballot. But underneath, there is even more instilled in the heart of a champion that sets them apart.

The Heisman Trophy is awarded to the player who not only displays outstanding athletic abilities but embodies qualities that make them a true leader on and off the field. These qualities, often hidden beneath the surface, are what count in the selection process for this award.

And just like for these athletes, there are also some hidden qualities that my most successful clients display.

In this episode, I'm going to share with you six qualities that set my most successful clients apart. I've been so inspired by these qualities that I try to embody them myself in my own journey.

Check out the episode here to learn what they are: www.ramonashaw.com/184-successful-clients

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