Psych in Business Ernest Wayde

In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, host Dr. Ernest Wayde welcomes Dr. Karyn Edwards, an expert coach, facilitator and speaker with a passion for supporting women in their career journeys. Dr. Edwards shares her personal journey, highlighting her struggles with learning disabilities and her subsequent career in corporate roles focused on talent and people development.
The conversation delves into the challenges women face in the workplace, particularly regarding confidence and leadership. Dr. Edwards emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding individual strengths and challenges. She introduces a framework for leadership success, focusing on competence, human competency, and accountability, tailored especially for women navigating career advancement.
Dr. Edwards also addresses the intersection of psychology and the social environment in the workplace, citing examples of gender disparities such as interruptions in meetings and their impact on cognitive load and confidence. She discusses practical strategies for building confidence and fostering a supportive emotional culture within organizations.
The conversation extends to Dr. Edwards' work with HR executives, emphasizing talent management and cultural understanding. She explains the significance of organizational culture, both cognitive and emotional, and its impact on engagement and innovation.
Lastly, Dr. Edwards shares insights on facilitating effective team dynamics, encouraging leaders to listen more and speak last to create space for diverse perspectives and foster innovation.
Listeners are encouraged to connect with Dr. Edwards on LinkedIn or visit her website, abloomconsulting.com, to learn more about her work and services. The episode concludes with a powerful tip for leaders: speak less and speak last, to empower others and drive organizational success.
You can visit her business website at: https://abloomcoaching.com/

In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, host, Dr. Ernest Wayde delves deep into the integration of psychology and business by exploring various team effectiveness models. Dr. Wayde emphasizes the importance of having a structured approach to enhance team dynamics, relationships, and efficiency in organizational settings.
He begins by acknowledging that while he has covered several prominent team effectiveness models in previous episodes, the landscape is vast and diverse. Dr. Wayde highlights the availability of professional coaches and consultants who specialize in these models, underscoring the importance of finding the right fit for each team's unique needs.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Wayde discusses key models such as Tuckman's stages of team development, Belbin Team Role Model, VA model, GRPI model, and Lencioni's five dysfunctions model. He articulates how each model offers insights into understanding team dynamics, roles, relationships, and processes, drawing upon well-established psychological principles and research.
Moreover, Dr. Wayde emphasizes the interconnectedness and similarities among these models, suggesting that they can be used in conjunction to provide a comprehensive framework for team development and improvement. He highlights the Hackman model and the Korn Ferry T7 model for their recognition of external factors and organizational support in contributing to team success.
In conclusion, Dr. Wayde encourages leaders and organizations to leverage team effectiveness models as invaluable tools for guiding team development, enhancing performance, and achieving collective goals. He emphasizes the need for expert guidance in implementing these models effectively.
Listeners are invited to explore these models further and consider integrating them into their leadership and team development strategies to foster success in their respective endeavors.
You can visit his business website at: https://www.waydeconsulting.com/

In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, host, Dr. Ernest Wayde welcomes Steven Schloss, an executive and team coach with a rich background in HR leadership across various industries. Steven shares insights from his extensive experience, shedding light on the critical role of psychology in the business world.
Steven discusses his journey from being a Chief People Officer to founding Listen Forward Coaching and Leadership, where he assists CEOs, C-suite executives, and teams in enhancing performance and achieving sustainable results. His expertise spans diverse sectors, including finance, tech, sports, and entertainment.
Throughout the conversation, Steven emphasizes the importance of effective leadership and teamwork, drawing from his experiences in large-scale organizations and private equity ventures. He highlights the significance of fostering a culture of responsibility and influence at all levels of an organization, stressing that leadership is not confined to hierarchical roles.
The discussion delves into the challenges of leading through mergers and acquisitions, emphasizing the need for strategic alignment and cultural integration. Steven provides practical examples of transforming team dynamics and supporting leaders in navigating complex organizational changes.
Dr. Wayde and Steven also explore the evolving role of HR executives, emphasizing the value of HR in driving business success through strategic initiatives and fostering a future-ready workforce. Steven's advice for business leaders underscores the importance of staying contextually aware and continuously learning to adapt to dynamic environments.
Join Dr. Ernest Wayde and Steven Schloss for this insightful conversation on navigating leadership and team dynamics in the ever-changing world of business.
You can visit his business website at: https://www.listenforwardllc.com

In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde delves into the often-overlooked but critical aspect of leadership: employee development. Dr. Wayde begins by emphasizing the significance of focusing on team members' growth and professional enhancement within organizations.
He acknowledges the plethora of leadership skills that are helpful, but narrows down the discussion to the fundamental importance of fostering employee development.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Wayde elaborates on why leaders should prioritize employee development, citing its direct impact on individual performance and, consequently, organizational success. He emphasizes the role of leaders in shaping the employee experience and outlines various aspects of effective employee development:
Modeling appropriate behavior and setting expectationsFacilitating open communication and providing regular feedbackCollaborating with employees to define goals and create development plansOffering coaching and support tailored to individual needsDelegating tasks and empowering employees with responsibilityAllocating time for dedicated development efforts
Dr. Wayde emphasizes the significance of leaders in guiding employees through their professional growth journey. He stresses the importance of providing resources and support to ensure employees are ready for increased responsibilities.
In conclusion, Dr. Wayde reiterates the symbiotic relationship between employee development and organizational success, emphasizing that when employees thrive, so does the organization.
He encourages leaders to recognize and embrace their role in facilitating employee development, ultimately contributing to collective growth and prosperity.
Listeners are invited to reflect on the insights shared and encouraged to join future discussions on the Psych in Business podcast.
You can visit his business website at: https://www.waydeconsulting.com/

In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, host Dr. Ernest Wayde welcomes Dr. Gineva Drinka, a coach and senior leader at Victoria's Secret and Company, with over a decade of consulting experience. Dr. Drinka shares insights into her journey, influenced by her upbringing in a family of mental health professionals, leading her to apply psychological principles to business and human performance.
As Dr. Drinka discusses her role at Victoria's Secret and Company, she emphasizes the importance of talent assessment strategy, particularly in areas like succession planning and leadership development. She highlights the significance of utilizing various assessments, such as cognitive ability tests and personality assessments, to evaluate potential leaders effectively.
Dr. Drinka shares her research findings on learning agility and team performance, emphasizing the correlation between leaders' growth mindsets, coaching behaviors, and creating psychologically safe environments for subordinates to enhance performance.
The conversation delves into the differences between leadership in startups and larger organizations, considering cultural nuances and the necessity for adaptability. Dr. Drinka underscores the value of active listening in leadership, urging leaders to trust expert data and foster open communication within their organizations.
You can visit her business website at: https://www.ginevradrinka.com/

In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, host Dr. Ernest Wayde delves into the Korn Ferry T7 model of team effectiveness, shedding light on its internal and external facets. Drawing parallels to the Hackman model, Dr. Wayde outlines the T7 model's comprehensive approach to enhancing team performance.
The T7 model emphasizes five internal factors crucial for team success: thrust, trust, talent, teaming skills, and task skills. Dr. Wayde breaks down each factor, elucidating their significance in fostering a cohesive and high-performing team environment. From establishing a common purpose to nurturing individual and collective talents, the T7 model offers actionable insights into optimizing team dynamics.
Furthermore, Dr. Wayde explores the model's two external factors: team leadership fit and team support from the organization. Highlighting the pivotal role of leadership in fostering trust and facilitating effective teamwork, he underscores the importance of organizational support in providing resources and flexibility for teams to thrive.
While acknowledging potential overlaps among internal facets, Dr. Wayde emphasizes the interconnectedness of these elements in driving overall team effectiveness. Through a nuanced discussion, he provides listeners with a deeper understanding of how the T7 model can be applied to enhance team performance within organizational settings.
As Dr. Wayde concludes, he invites listeners to consider the T7 model as a valuable framework for assessing and improving team dynamics. With its emphasis on both internal and external factors, the T7 model offers a holistic approach to maximizing team effectiveness in diverse business environments.  
You can visit his business website at: https://www.waydeconsulting.com/