Episodes

  • 290 Reduce Stress, Solve Problems, And Have More Influence With The Power of Improv

    290 Reduce Stress, Solve Problems, And Have More Influence With The Power of Improv
    Feb 13 2025
    What if the secret to reducing stress at work wasn’t in planning more but in responding better? Unexpected changes and challenges are inevitable in leadership. How you respond to them can either add to your stress or unlock new levels of creativity, influence, and problem-solving. This episode reveals how the principles of improv can help you embrace uncertainty and lead with confidence. Learn how to shift from resistance to adaptability using the power of "Yes, and." Discover practical techniques to build better workplace relationships and increase your influence. Gain strategies to make faster, more effective decisions—without feeling out of control. Listen now to discover how a simple mindset shift can help you reduce stress, make better decisions, and lead with confidence! Check out: [05:38] - Identifying Resistance and Overcoming "Yes, But" Thinking Learn why resistance—both from your team and within yourself—creates stress and how shifting to a "Yes and" mindset can unlock creativity and better solutions. [14:37] - How to Use "Yes, And" to Encourage Innovation Without Losing Control Discover a simple leadership technique to explore new ideas, foster collaboration, and drive better decision-making without getting overwhelmed. [32:14] - The Power of Saying "Yes, And" to Yourself Uncover how your inner dialogue shapes your success and how to reframe self-doubt into action that moves you forward. Connect with Avish: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avishparashar/ Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • 289 How to Build Culture That Unites Inspires And Gets Results

    289 How to Build Culture That Unites Inspires And Gets Results
    Feb 6 2025
    How can you build a culture that unites your team, inspires action, and drives real results? In this episode of Leadership Without Losing Your Soul, host David Dye speaks with culture expert Laura Hamill, an organizational psychologist and author of The Power of Culture. They discuss why culture is not just about values on a wall but about shaping everyday behaviors, decisions, and team dynamics. Whether you're leading a small team or an entire organization, your culture exists—so how can you shape it to work for you rather than against you? By tuning in, you’ll discover: Why culture exists whether you define it or not—and how to take control of it. The “Intentional Culture Circle” framework for building and sustaining a culture that aligns with your business goals. How to balance hearts and minds at work—bringing emotion into leadership to foster connection, belonging, and engagement. If you're ready to build a culture that unites, inspires, and fuels performance, hit play now and start transforming the way your team works together! Check out: [05:22] – What culture really is and why many leaders fail to recognize its impact. [16:45] – The biggest mistake organizations make that causes culture to go wrong. [33:04] – A simple yet powerful exercise to assess whether your team’s real culture aligns with company values. Connect with Laura: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurahamill/ Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • 288 A Leadership Communication Strategy to Ensure Your Team Knows Where to Focus, Prevent Overwhelm and Improve Productivity

    288 A Leadership Communication Strategy to Ensure Your Team Knows Where to Focus, Prevent Overwhelm and Improve Productivity
    Jan 30 2025
    How can you ensure your leadership communication strategy cuts through the noise and actually sticks with your team? In today’s workplace, competing priorities and constant digital distractions make it easy for key messages to get lost. Without a clear communication strategy, your team may struggle to stay focused on what truly matters. This episode reveals how to make your messages memorable and actionable. The brain science behind how people retain and internalize key messages. How the Five by Five Communication Method ensures clarity and focus. Creative ways to reinforce messages so they become second nature to your team. Hit play now to master a strategy that keeps your team aligned, engaged, and focused on success. Check out: [02:16] – The Four Key Principles of Memory Discover the science behind how people retain and recall information—essential for making your communication stick. [05:54] – The Five by Five Communication Method Learn how communicating key messages five times in five different ways ensures your team truly internalizes what matters most. [10:39] – Creative Ways to Reinforce Your Messages From gamification to visual cues, explore unique strategies to keep your messages top of mind for your team. Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • 287 One Easy Active Listening Skill Leaders Can Use for More Connection, Influence, and Better Conflict Resolution

    287 One Easy Active Listening Skill Leaders Can Use for More Connection, Influence, and Better Conflict Resolution
    Jan 23 2025
    Do you know how to use active listening to turn workplace conflicts into meaningful connections? We’ve all been in tense conversations where emotions run high and communication breaks down. This episode teaches you a simple strategy for using active listening to transform conflict into connection and collaboration, improving your relationships at work and beyond. In this episode, you’ll learn: How active listening helps others feel seen and heard. A simple, powerful tool to de-escalate tension in any conversation. Practical tips to apply this skill in low-stakes and high-stakes situations alike. Listen now to discover how "Reflect to Connect" can elevate your leadership and build stronger relationships today! Check out: [01:31] - The Key to Transforming Conflict Discover why "Reflect to Connect" is one of the most powerful communication tools for building trust and de-escalating tension. [04:50] - The Science Behind Connection Learn how acknowledging emotions can address the deeper undercurrents of workplace conflicts and foster better understanding. [13:55] - The Ripple Effects of Reflecting See how practicing "Reflect to Connect" reduces unnecessary conflicts and builds a workplace culture of empathy, trust, and psychological safety. Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins
  • 286 5 Communication Skills Leaders Can Use Now to Promote Productivity and Teamwork in the New Year

    286 5 Communication Skills Leaders Can Use Now to Promote Productivity and Teamwork in the New Year
    Jan 16 2025
    What if you could empower your team to promote productivity and maintain momentum all year long? Imagine leading a team that’s not only aligned and motivated but also laser-focused on building habits that drive consistent results. Whether it’s the start of the year or any season, this episode equips you with the leadership skills to make it happen. Why this episode matters to you: Productivity doesn’t happen by chance—it’s cultivated through clarity, communication, and habits that stick. If you’re a leader looking to promote productivity while reducing stress and creating purpose, this episode will show you how. What you'll gain from tuning in: Actionable ways to connect your team’s work to your company’s mission and priorities, fostering a shared sense of purpose. Key strategies to define and reinforce role-specific metrics and habits that promote productivity and high performance. A proven feedback and accountability system to celebrate wins, improve teamwork, and sustain momentum over time. Don’t wait—start promoting productivity today! Click play now to uncover five practical leadership insights that will energize your team and set them up for lasting success. Check out: [00:01:27] - The Secret to Empowering Your Team Discover why knowing your company’s mission and priorities—and connecting them to your team’s work—is essential for promoting productivity and engagement. Plus, learn a fun “movie trailer” exercise to inspire your team’s sense of purpose. [08:29] - Metrics That Matter Understand how sharing key performance indicators (KPIs) with your team fosters strategic thinking and focus. Learn why tying individual roles to measurable goals is the key to sustainable productivity. [16:01] - Accountability Meets Celebration Find out how combining honest feedback, accountability, and celebrating small wins can energize your team. These strategies not only promote productivity but also create a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 mins
  • 285 8 Ways Busy Leaders Can Resolve Conflict, Get Everyone Back to Work, and Improve Productivity

    285 8 Ways Busy Leaders Can Resolve Conflict, Get Everyone Back to Work, and Improve Productivity
    Dec 26 2024
    Have you ever wondered how to resolve conflict within your team without getting caught in endless drama? As a leader, navigating team dynamics can feel overwhelming, especially when conflict arises. But what if resolving conflict didn’t have to mean sacrificing productivity—or your sanity? This episode tackles the exact steps you can take to turn those squabbles into opportunities for trust, growth, and collaboration. By listening to this episode, you’ll discover: Eight practical steps to resolve conflict and foster healthy team relationships. How to de-escalate even the most heated situations with confidence and clarity. Tools to equip your team to handle future disagreements productively and independently. Listen now to gain the tools and strategies you need to resolve conflict effectively and keep your team focused on what matters most. Check out: [03:11] - The Reality of Conflict: A crucial lesson about why conflict is unavoidable and how leaders can approach it as an opportunity for growth instead of a distraction. [07:15] - Deescalating Heated Situations: Practical techniques to calm intense moments and set the stage for productive conversations. [13:07] - Diagnosing and Solving Conflict Types: Insights into identifying different types of team conflict and how to address each effectively for long-term solutions. Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 mins
  • 284 Five Communication Skills to Motivate Your Team at Work to Have More Urgency, Increase Productivity, and Have Less Overwhelm

    284 Five Communication Skills to Motivate Your Team at Work to Have More Urgency, Increase Productivity, and Have Less Overwhelm
    Dec 19 2024
    Are your communication skills motivating your team, or are they leaving you feeling like a micromanager? Every leader wants their team to move faster, act urgently, and meet deadlines without constant reminders or sacrificing quality. This episode dives into leadership communication techniques that inspire action, eliminate misunderstandings, and build a motivated, high-performing team. By listening, you’ll gain: Five communication habits to motivate urgency and eliminate confusion. Four common roadblocks to urgency and how to remove them. Strategies to balance urgency with sustainable, human-centered leadership. Listen now to discover leadership communication tools that inspire urgency, build trust, and reduce your stress as a leader! Check out: [03:44] - "Schedule the Finish": Discover a game-changing leadership communication habit that ensures clarity, follow-through, and urgency without micromanaging. [08:09] - "Check for Understanding": Learn how to eliminate misunderstandings by aligning your team on goals and next steps with this simple yet powerful technique. [19:03] - "Urgency at Human Scale": Explore how to balance urgency with sustainable workloads to avoid burnout while motivating your team. Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 mins
  • 283 One Common Leadership Communication Mistake to Avoid for More Influence, Teamwork, and Better Conflict Resolution

    283 One Common Leadership Communication Mistake to Avoid for More Influence, Teamwork, and Better Conflict Resolution
    Dec 12 2024
    Is your approach to conflict resolution unintentionally shutting down collaboration with phrases like "let's agree to disagree"? This episode tackles one of the most common but damaging phrases leaders use in the workplace. Whether you're navigating team conflicts, resolving disagreements, or fostering innovation, learning what to say instead can help you avoid stalling progress and build trust instead of tension. Here’s what you’ll gain from tuning in: Discover why "agree to disagree" creates more harm than good—and what to say instead. Learn four key dimensions of productive conflict (connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment) that can transform team dynamics. Get actionable phrases to resolve disagreements constructively while maintaining strong work relationships. Don’t let unresolved disagreements hold your team back—press play now to uncover the leadership tools that can build trust, innovation, and collaboration. Check out: [01:13]: Understand why "agree to disagree" is a damaging leadership communication mistake and how it shuts down collaboration. [03:38]: Learn powerful alternative phrases rooted in connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment to resolve disagreements effectively. [11:30]: Hear real-world scenarios and actionable phrases to handle workplace conflicts constructively and maintain trust. Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins