The TRU Leader Podcast

This week on The TRU Leader Podcast, Tracy and Michelle discuss the challenges of balancing leadership responsibilities and personal life on their podcast, urging listeners to reflect on their professional and personal goals. They emphasize the need for leaders to define success on their own terms and adapt to today's volatile world. The hosts stress the importance of self-reflection, including evaluating workplace relationships and personal contributions, as they assert that true success encompasses both career achievements and personal well-being. They identify four key mistakes that leaders often make, such as treating work-life balance as a zero-sum game, which leads to stress and dissatisfaction. They also highlight how crises can foster a victim mentality, driven by norms that prioritize organizational needs over personal ones.

The discussion explores recognizing harmful patterns, reevaluating beliefs, and fostering intentional change to break ineffective cycles. This includes understanding triggers like fear or discomfort in expressing differing opinions, stepping out of comfort zones, setting boundaries, and focusing on managing challenges. The concept of "polarities" is introduced, recognizing interdependent relationships rather than zero-sum scenarios. The hosts emphasize the importance of shifting focus from desired outcomes to acknowledging progress, which fosters a positive mindset and motivation. They also discuss balancing professional responsibilities with personal fulfillment and managing the gap between current reality and future aspirations. To further discuss these themes, listeners are invited to join a free webinar titled “From Stress to Success: The Formula for Leaders to Excel Professionally and Personally” designed to help leaders manage stressors and achieve success.

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In this episode of The TRU Leader Podcast, Tracy and Michelle are joined by Elaine Lin Hering. Together, they talk about Elaine’s book, "Unlearning Silence" which addresses the detrimental effects of self-censorship in workplaces, highlighting the contradiction between the societal expectation to speak up and the unsafe environments that often prevent it. She emphasizes the critical role of leaders in creating safe spaces for open dialogue, advocating for balanced conversations that consider both logical and emotional perspectives. Elaine also stresses the importance of intentional interactions, where everyone's unique insights contribute to genuine dialogue and collective learning.

The episode examines how past experiences with authority shape current communication habits, advocating for the questioning of ingrained assumptions to nurture individuality and voice. It underscores the need for clear communication in relationships, illustrated by a personal anecdote, "toiletgate," and introduces "4 anchors" for effective communication: starting with the why for speaking up, connecting the dots on how we think, articulating support needs, and embracing resistance. The discussion highlights the importance of overcoming outdated beliefs, valuing diverse experiences, combating loneliness, and fostering supportive communities, particularly for marginalized individuals and leaders promoting inclusivity. The narrative also touches on personal growth, the significance of emotional support in relationships, and the value of gratitude and connections.

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In this episode of The TRU Leader Podcast, Tracy and Michelle discuss the rising issue of workplace burnout, emphasizing that both individuals and organizations share the responsibility for alleviating it. They highlight the mental health crisis among workers, citing factors like unsustainable workloads and lack of support, with 76% of US workers experiencing mental health symptoms and 84% attributing these challenges to workplace conditions. The discussion references the Surgeon General’s framework for workplace well-being, which includes protection from harm, connection and community, work-life harmony, mattering at work, and opportunities for growth. These elements address safety, social support, autonomy, dignity, and learning. The episode also stresses the need for leaders to create supportive workplace cultures that prioritize employee well-being, addressing the historical shift from individual to organizational responsibility in maintaining mental health.

The episode highlights societal norms that glorify busyness and overworking, contributing to burnout, and suggests the need to differentiate between problems and polarities, emphasizing systemic changes alongside individual responsibility. Leaders and organizations are key players in addressing burnout, supported by reports from the US Surgeon General and National Academies of Medicine. Balancing individual well-being and organizational support is crucial for a healthy workforce, with positive outcomes like environmental changes, leadership commitment, and a well-being culture. Individuals must also take ownership of their actions to prevent burnout by managing energy between work and home, creating new norms, and developing healthy habits. Leaders should model healthy behaviors and foster a supportive culture by examining work demands, providing flexibility, and involving workers in decisions.

Tracy and Michelle recommend leveraging polarities to combat burnout, mentioning the book “Polarity Intelligence: The Missing Logic in Leadership” as a resource, and concludes with an invitation to a free webinar titled “From Stress to Success: The Formula for Leader to Excel Professionally and Personally” which you can join by registering here: https://www.trainingmissinglogic.com/from-stress-to-success-webinar-1

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This episode of The TRU Leader Podcast highlights Teri Sholder, a former healthcare leader who transitioned to starting her own consulting company focused on performance improvement, emphasizing the importance of maintaining successful processes and understanding the drivers of desired outcomes for sustainability.

Her company assists with strategy implementation for long-term success, and she introduces her book, “Ascent to Excellence, A Blueprint for Health Care Board and Leadership Success,” which offers evidence-based strategies for healthcare board members and leaders to achieve and maintain excellence. The discussion highlights the challenges faced by leaders in sustaining success through leadership changes, emphasizing the need for continuous reinforcement of successful systems and the balance between cost and quality. Leadership commitment, clear communication, and alignment with organizational goals are essential for inspiring trust and success.

The episode outlines five critical elements for effective leadership: commitment and vocalization, data integrity, clinical documentation improvement, workforce engagement, and process optimization. It emphasizes accountability with clear goals aligned with organizational objectives and the necessity of engaging board members in governance. Adequate orientation for board members is crucial, with a simplified approach to presenting information using scorecards to understand goals, metrics, and benchmarks. Understanding polarities such as mission & margin and cost & quality is vital for effective decision-making.

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In this episode of The TRU Leader Podcast, Tracy and Michelle delves into the national crisis of burnout and mental health issues in the workplace, citing a 2022 US Surgeon General report and a Microsoft survey showing high levels of burnout among managers. The pandemic has shifted expectations around work-life balance, with workers seeking more support to avoid overwork. The discussion highlights the VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous) environment’s demands on staff and the need for empathetic leadership. Traditional leadership norms often involve overworking and sacrificing personal time, which can lead to burnout. Personal anecdotes illustrate the detrimental effects of such norms, emphasizing the need for new leadership practices that prioritize well-being.

The podcast advocates for changing leadership norms to prevent burnout by fostering healthy work cultures and effective priority management. Leaders are encouraged to balance professional and personal lives, leveraging the tension between opposing forces like activity and rest. It stresses the importance of shifting limiting beliefs to more empowering ones and redefining success to include balance and fulfillment. Habit formation, supported by tools like fitness trackers and morning routines, is suggested to make these new norms sustainable.

Tracy and Michelle invite listeners to join their FREE webinar “From Stress to Success, The Formula for Leaders to Excel Professionally and Personally” to help leaders adopt these new norms. The episode concludes by encouraging engagement through sharing, social media interaction, podcast subscriptions, and reviews.

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This episode of The TRU Leader Podcast follows Christy Pretzinger’s journey from freelancing to becoming the CEO of WG Content. It details her transition to building WriterGirl and her focus on the healthcare sector. Pretzinger emphasizes the importance of kindness in business and creating a positive work culture, drawing from her past experiences in unkind environments. The narrative underscores the significance of company culture, personal development, and self-awareness, highlighting the use of tools like the Enneagram personality typing system to encourage empathy and understanding among employees.

Christy discusses personal experiences related to understanding accounting language and the impact of interpersonal dynamics on professional relationships. She reflects on the importance of setting boundaries to maintain healthy cultures, prevent negative behaviors, and avoid burnout. Additionally, she mentions the upcoming release of a book titled “Your Cultural Balance Sheet,” which focuses on the importance of company culture alongside financial considerations. Christy emphasizes that maintaining a positive work culture is crucial for employee satisfaction and organizational success. The text also touches on investments in technology and their effects on relationships within the business, stressing that enriching employees’ lives is a privilege and a driver of revenue.

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This episode of The TRU Leader Podcast explores the various challenges leaders encounter when managing their time and energy in the face of increasing demands and expectations. It emphasizes the crucial importance of effective time management, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining a balance between work and personal life to avoid burnout and perform at one's best. The discussion highlights the deep-rooted fears and beliefs that can obstruct leaders, resulting in persistent feelings of inadequacy and overwhelming pressure to sacrifice personal time for professional success.

Effective leadership involves shifting perceptions about time, prioritizing self-care, and questioning ingrained norms to focus on high-priority tasks. The episode advocates for a balance of structure and flexibility to create habits and adapt to changes, highlighting the role of candor and diplomacy in relationships and productivity. Delegating, automating, or eliminating tasks to preserve energy and focusing on engaging activities are recommended. Additionally, the episode stresses taking control of one’s choices, avoiding a victim mindset, and practicing self-care techniques such as time blocking for reflection and mindfulness.

Effective time management strategies, including planning ahead, maintaining a conducive work environment, and using organizational tools, are crucial for productivity. The episode also encourages sharing time management strategies to enhance collective productivity and energy management, recognizing individual preferences and signs of ineffective time management systems. To help improve time management, listeners can download our FREE Time Mastery Worksheet HERE. 

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This episode of The TRU Leader Podcast revolves around the importance of authenticity and work-life balance in effective leadership. Our dynamic duo, Tracy and Michelle, and special guest Dr. John Chuck, discuss themes emphasizing personal growth, spiritual connection, and the need for relatable and sustainable leaders who promote work-life balance. This episode highlights Dr. John's book, “Pearls from the Practice of Life”, offering wellness insights and reflections on burnout through 69 chapters.

Dr. John Chuck shares his personal stories and explores concepts like making pretend decisions to avoid regret and seeking diverse perspectives before making crucial choices. The discussion also features Rita Ng as an exemplary leader who fosters inclusivity by being open about vulnerabilities, thereby creating psychological safety and inspiring others. The conversation covers various topics, including defining personal values, introspection among physicians, childhood memories, resilience, humor, and plans for collaboration. The episode concludes with encouragement for listeners to spread laughter and wisdom, emphasizing authenticity and self-compassion over projecting perfection.

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In this week's episode of The TRU Leader Podcast, Tracy and Michelle delve into adaptive leadership, a crucial concept in our rapidly changing world. They emphasize diagnosing organizational challenges, experimenting, and embracing continuous learning to improve performance and relationships across industries, advocating for a shift towards adaptable decision-making approaches. Particularly relevant to healthcare, the discussion stresses the need to avoid rigid thinking, engage in dialogue, and manage human resource challenges effectively amid chaos and post-COVID uncertainties.

Reflecting on past experiences and current challenges, the podcast highlights the importance of adaptive leadership in navigating complexities. Encouraging listeners to share experiences, the hosts promote broader understanding and application of these principles to effectively address today's volatile environment.

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In this week's episode of The TRU Leader Podcast, special guest Dr. Chris Fuzie, a former law enforcement officer turned leadership expert, shares his journey from poor leadership experiences to earning organizational leadership degrees and teaching nationally post-retirement. He emphasizes preparing individuals for leadership and criticizes promotions solely based on technical skills. His book aims to redefine leadership and followership, advocating for collaborative efforts toward common goals. He introduces "liminal leaders," or individuals who balance leading and following through adaptability, communication, and shared accountability, promoting continuous learning and practical application.

Chris metaphorically employs tessellations to illustrate organizational behaviors, correlating them with leadership principles and consistency. He discussed defining behavior expectations, categorizing behaviors by strategic importance, and fostering respectful communication. Advocating for innovative leadership approaches, Chris proposed using shapes to delineate organizational behaviors and culture.

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