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Verbal Judo Part 7: Focus Down
okay folks this is the "official" last episode of the verbal judo series. However, as i was recording these episodes i realized that there were three other smaller techniques that i wanted to cover but they didn't warrant episodes on their own. And i don't like doing an even numbered series so no episode 8! However, if you want this off the books episode, if you join my mailing list at Developing Leaders I will send it to you. All you need do is send me an email at ronh@developingleadersinc.com with off the books VJ episode in the subject...
Verbal Judo Part 6: Abstract Up
Continuing our series on verbal judo, today we discuss the idea of abstracting up. Language is funny. There is concrete tangible language (words like dog, sidewalk, tree, table) and then there are these words that are abstract more idea or category based (canine, walking routes, forest, furniture). Where you can picture the first category of words in your mind easily, the second not so much or at least less so. Knowing the difference here is incredibly helpful when you face a problem in a conversation where you reach an impasse or roadblock. Often it feels impossible to solve the problem...
Verbal Judo Part 5: Change the Tense
In this episode I offered you two special bonuses.
1. A pdf worksheet on how to navigate the process of changing the tense. To get this email me at ronh@developingleadersinc.com with Change the Tense worksheet in the subject line. I will add you to my mailing list and send you the worksheet.
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Verbal Judo Part 4: Change the Frame
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Verbal Judo Part 3: Introduce Process
In part 3 we explore how introducing process can not only save time and aggravation, it can provide you the ability to influence the effectiveness of the people and groups you interact with. This technique done well requires preparation as it is a highly proactive approach to communication. Trust me practice it and you will see a significant benefit in your group interactionsI invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course. Finally we are creating...
Verbal Judo Part 2: Plural Pronouns
In our continuing series on verbal judo, this week we examine how to leverage we, us, and our to connect ourselves with another person in conversation. This simple subtle technique will help position your language as a collaboration rather than a confrontation and is incredibly powerful. Fortunately it is also very easy to practice and see results quicklyI invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course. Finally we are creating a community of leaders...
Verbal Judo Part 1: Common Ground
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The "They"
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Somebody Syndrome
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Contextual Leadership STARS: Sustain Success Part 5
I am including the reference to the book this series is inspired by below on amazon
The first 90 Days
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Contextual Leadership STARS: ReAlign Part 4
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Contextual Leadership Stars: Accelerate Growth Part 3'
I referenced a few books in the cast, i highly recommend them all. Links to them on amazon below
The first 90 Days
What Got You Here, Won't Get You There
Organizational Culture and Leadership
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Contextual Leadership Stars: Turn Around Part 2
I referenced 2 books in the cast, i highly recommend both. Links to both on amazon below
The first 90 Days
4 Disciplines of Execution
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Contextual Leadership STARS: Start Up Part 1
I referenced 2 books in the cast, i highly recommend both. Links to both on amazon below
The first 90 Days
4 Disciplines of Execution
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Patience in Leadership
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Playing Favorites
This is such an important topic that if you have been accused of favoritism we need to talk. Included below is a link to my calendar please set up a complimentary strategy session with me so we can build a plan to address this situation.
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Breaking Through
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Skippy Cast 7: Fear of Loss of Control
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Starbucks: An Absence of Leadership?
https://www.cnn.com/2023/06/14/business/starbucks-manager-racial-discrimination/index.html
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Skippy Cast 6: Fear of the Unknown
The book I mentioned in this cast can be found on Amazon here: How to get better at almost anything by Pat Flynn
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Skippy Cast 6: Fear of the Unknown
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Skippy Cast 5: Fear of Making Unpopular Decisions
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Zuckerberg Non Confidence Survey: Leaders and Confidence
the article that inspired this cast can be found here:
Insider
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Skippy Cast 4: The Fear of Conflict
In this cast I invited you to schedule a 30 minute conflict strategy call with me. If you want to do this, please be ready to maximize the value of our time together. Here are some questions to use in preparation
what is a leadership conflict situation we can examine?
Is this conflict task, process or interpersonal?
What actions did you take when faced with the conflict?
Schedule your strategy call here
Ron's schedule
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Skippy Cast 3: The Fear of Being Disliked
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Skippy Update 1
In this episode I evaluate my initial experience in dealing with an Artificial Intelligence that i nickname Skippy. I examine what AI can do in support of a leadership coach and podcaster such as myself. I also consider what the benefit to you, an operational leader, might be.I invite you to join my mailing list at Developing Leaders Inc, where you will not only receive a free copy of my ebook on delegation but you will also get a free leadership course. Finally we are creating a community of leaders eager to learn and grow. To join us click...
Innovation and Creativity
Here is a TRIZ resource for innovative problem solving
TRIZ Innovation and Inventive Problem Solving
My favorite right brain brainstorming resource
The Creative Whack Pack
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Skippy Cast 2: You Aren't Meeting the Standard
In my continuing series collaborating with my AI buddy Skippy, this cast digs into the second form of fear of failure, not meeting the standard. i am sure we have all felt this one at one time or another. Your manager calls you into their office to have a serious chat. Maybe there is an HR representative present. They look you in the eye and say, "there is no easy way to say this so i'm just going to put it out there. You aren't meeting the standards of the role". What do you do? Your worst nightmare is becoming...
Leading in a Family Run Business
Here is the article that inspired this cast
Mortality Retirement and Family Business
An important entrepreneurial book
The E-Myth Revisited
I referenced Edwards Deming in the cast and one of his 14 points of quality. If you want to read more check this book out
Out of The Crisis
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SkippyCast 1: The Fatal Mistake
In this cast I mentioned a number of previous casts.
First growing your self awareness
Nuts and Bolts: Growing Your Self Awareness
Then we discussed your development. There are three relevant casts here.
Developing Leaders Part 1
Developing Leaders Part 2
Developing Leaders Part 3
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Robotic Decisions...What!?
In this episode i reference nicknaming ChatGPT's AI as Skippy. This name comes from the Ancient AI one of my favorite fiction series called Expeditionary Force by Craig Alanson
The article that inspired this episode can be found here: Robot Decisions
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Leader Versus Manager: What is the Difference?
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Delegation Part 7: FAQ's
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Delegation Part 6: A Practical Example
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Delegation Part 5: The Delegation Form
You are going to need the form to maximize the benefit on this cast. Yes I am asking for your email address. No I won't spam you. My goal is simple I want to help you realize the performance your business process is capable of. That is it.
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Delegation Part 4: Why we delegate - developing people
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Delegation Part 3: Why we delegate - Building Capacity
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Delegation Part 2: Preparing to Delegate
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Delegation Part 1: The Mindset of Success
Resource
One of my favorite management podcasts Manager Tools
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Leadership and Vulnerability
The book i love on EQ and leadership
Primal Leadership
the Budweiser commercial i referenced
Budweiser Superbowl Commercial
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