Microphones Shape Cultures

STAGGR

Our world is shaped by microphones. But this isn't a new trend. Leaders have been using speech for centuries to influence culture. For better or for worse. When someone holds a mic who knows what they're doing -- the impact ripples through time. Which is why we believe: - Who you hand the microphone to matters. - And what you say when you're handed the microphone matters. STAGGR exists because we want the world to be a better place. We believe Microphones Shape Cultures.

Episodes

  1. 12/10/2024

    Delegate To Elevate with Tricia Sciortino

    Book Tricia To Speak Key Takeaways Delegation is crucial for personal growth, work-life balance, and scaling businesses Overcoming "control freakism" is key to effective delegation Delegation should be viewed as a gift that empowers others and creates opportunities Successful delegation requires proper hiring, training, and feedback processes The Turning Point: Realizing the Need for Delegation Tricia's personal experience: Overwhelmed with work, neglecting family time Key moments: Boss's intervention: "What is up with you?" Daughter asking: "Mom, when do you stop working?" Resulted in a commitment to master delegation and optimize work for 40 hours/week Overcoming Control Freakism Five main beliefs hindering delegation: "I can do it better" "Nobody else wants to do this task" "If I enjoy it, I should keep doing it" "If I want something done right, I have to do it myself" "New initiatives require my direct involvement" Mindset shift required to overcome these beliefs and delegate effectively Transitioning from Contributor to Leader Shift focus from personal task completion to empowering and developing others Adopt Dan Martell's philosophy: "Build the people, they build the business" Concentrate on creating strategies and grooming future leaders The Gift of Delegation Delegation as a career-building opportunity for others Tricia's personal journey from assistant to CEO through delegation Proactive hiring to drive growth, not just as a reward for growth Practical Advice for Effective Delegation Understand your core "why" for delegating Hire the right person by focusing on soft skills and character Invest time in training and onboarding (30-day guideline) Provide immediate and consistent feedback Create systems and preferences to guide your delegate's work Stay Connected: Book a Staggr Speaker  Become a Staggr Speaker  Make Your Good Talk Great  Own Your LinkedIn Microphone  Links: Connect with Tricia Sciortino LinkedIn  Belay Solutions

  2. 11/12/2024

    Keep Chasing Tennis Balls with Daron Earlewine

    Book Daron To Speak Key Takeaways Daron's "Just keep chasing tennis balls" philosophy emphasizes doing what you're created for with boundless joy and energy Understanding your unique purpose requires answering four key questions about identity, motivation, strengths, and passion The "Rogue Way" highlights the importance of risk-taking pioneers in creating future opportunities Experiencing the "death of a dream" can lead to discovering a greater, more purposeful calling Topics "Just Keep Chasing Tennis Balls" Philosophy Inspired by watching dogs play fetch in Lake Michigan during a personal retreat Emphasizes doing what you're created for with boundless joy and endless energy Applies to various life aspects: business, marriage, parenting, friendships Encourages focusing on what you do best, rather than dwelling on limitations Four Key Questions for Finding Purpose Who am I? (Understanding your core identity) Why do I do what I do? (Identifying core motivations) What do I do better than 33 million other people? (Recognizing unique strengths) Where would I serve with the greatest passion? (Determining ideal impact area) The Rogue Way Concept based on "rogue bees" in beehives (about 10% of the hive) Rogue bees take risks to find new food sources, ensuring the hive's future Applies to leaders who pioneer and create future opportunities Emphasizes the balance between individual purpose and community needs Death of a Dream Universal experience of losing a significant life dream or goal Can lead to identity crisis and loss of purpose Presents an opportunity to discover a greater, more purposeful calling Often transitions from "micro-sized" (self-focused) to "macro-sized" (others-focused) purpose Impact of Microphones on Culture Microphones shape cultures through speeches, music, podcasts, and various platforms Importance of giving microphones to responsible individuals who care about their impact Daron's personal example: Erwin McManus's speech giving permission to pursue visions and dreams Stay Connected: Book a Staggr Speaker  Become a Staggr Speaker  Make Your Good Talk Great  Own Your LinkedIn Microphone  Links: Connect with Daron Earlewine on LinkedIn  Connect with Evan Chasteen on LinkedIn⁠

  3. 11/05/2024

    Here to Healthy with Joshua Aranda

    Book Joshua To Speak Key Takeaways Work stress significantly impacts home life and relationships (spillover and crossover effects) Creating healthy work environments involves addressing tensions quickly and reframing situations positively Personal agency in transitioning between work and home is crucial for maintaining work-life balance Impactful moments can shape one's approach to challenges Topics Understanding Spillover and Crossover Effects Spillover: Stress from one domain (e.g., work) affecting another (e.g., home) Crossover: Stress affecting not just the individual but also those around them Based on a Boston School of Social Work study on children's perceptions of parents' work life Both positive and negative effects can occur in spillover and crossover The Turning Point: Realizing the Need for Change Joshua recounted a pivotal moment in March 2019, 7 months after his son's birth After a stressful day, he found himself "sucking peace" from his infant son Recognized the need to intentionally design a better life and work environment Creating Healthy Work Environments Importance of addressing unresolved tension quickly Encouraging open communication and hard conversations within teams Implementing systems for effective communication Shared responsibility between leaders and team members to create a positive environment Techniques for Managing Work-Life Transition Reframing situations to gain new perspectives Creating simple tools and frameworks to help reframe situations Example: Joshua's sister pausing before transitioning from work to family time Importance of showing up intentionally in different life domains Microphone Shaping Culture Moment Joshua's father before soccer tryouts: "You get to choose how you show up" Empowered Joshua to approach challenges with determination High school soccer coach's "Next three seconds" mantra Encouraged quick recovery and action after mistakes Stay Connected: Book a Staggr Speaker  Become a Staggr Speaker  Make Your Good Talk Great  Own Your LinkedIn Microphone  Links: ⁠Connect with Joshua Aranda on LinkedIn⁠  Here to Healthy⁠ ⁠Connect with Evan Chasteen on LinkedIn⁠

  4. 10/29/2024

    How to Lead When You're Not in Charge with Clay Scroggins

    Book Clay To Speak⁠  Key Takeaways Clay's keynote focuses on cultivating influence and leadership skills regardless of one's position or authority level The four key behaviors for leading without authority: lead yourself, choose positivity, think critically, and reject passivity Effective communication and authenticity are crucial when given opportunities to "hold the microphone" and shape culture Seeking evaluated feedback from skilled coaches (not just skilled speakers) is vital for improving communication abilities Topics Keynote Overview: How to Lead When You're Not in Charge Addresses the misconception that leadership requires a higher position or title Emphasizes cultivating influence and leadership skills in one's current role Resonates with both employees and managers, as it's a message managers want employees to hear but can't say themselves Four Key Behaviors for Leading Without Authority Lead yourself Choose positivity Think critically Reject passivity These behaviors form the spine of the book and keynote Chapters on identity and ambition precede these core concepts The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership Anecdote about West Point faculty member: "The most important quality of leadership is knowing how you come across when you walk into a room" Clay encourages asking the question: "What is it like to be on the other side of me?" Self-awareness is crucial as major career decisions are often made when you're not in the room Thinking Critically vs. Being Critical The line between thinking critically and being critical is "razor thin" Thinking critically is a skill that can be developed and is valuable for problem-solving Involves making observations, asking questions, and connecting outcomes Microphones Shape Cultures Concept Everyone will eventually "hold a microphone" in their career, presenting opportunities to shape culture These moments (e.g., giving reports, speaking to clients) are crucial for influence Preparation is key for these opportunities, regardless of one's natural affinity for public speaking Common Mistakes When Handling the Microphone Trying to become someone you're not (e.g., a "professional speaker") Getting too caught up in self-criticism during the presentation Focusing more on how you're coming across than on delivering value to the audience Improving Speaking Skills Authenticity and being yourself are crucial Care more about the audience receiving your message than about your own performance Seek evaluated repetitions and feedback from skilled coaches, not just skilled speakers Recognize that improvement takes time and practice Stay Connected: Book a Staggr Speaker  Become a Staggr Speaker  Make Your Good Talk Great  Own Your LinkedIn Microphone  Links: Work with Clay - Speaker Development  Connect with Clay Scroggins on LinkedIn  Connect with Evan Chasteen on LinkedIn  How to Lead When You're Not in Charge

  5. 10/22/2024

    Beliefs Before Behaviors with Todd Mosetter

    Book Todd To Speak⁠  Key Takeaways Beliefs drive behaviors; lasting change requires addressing underlying beliefs, not just actions Three levels of beliefs for leaders: self, others, and organization Congruence between stated beliefs and actions is crucial for effective leadership Self-awareness and honest reflection are key to aligning beliefs and behaviors Topics Beliefs Before Behaviors Concept Actions driven by underlying beliefs are more sustainable than forced behaviors Short-term changes possible by focusing on actions, but long-term change requires addressing beliefs Beliefs about self, others, and organization impact leadership effectiveness Congruence between beliefs and actions builds trust and clarity in organizational culture Changing Beliefs Start with self-awareness and identifying current beliefs Assess impact of beliefs: lifting (helpful) vs. limiting (harmful) Examine gaps between stated beliefs and consistent actions Use a T-chart exercise to map lifting and limiting beliefs across self, others, and organization Regular reflection needed to course-correct and align actions with desired beliefs Impact on Leadership and Culture Leaders with aligned beliefs and actions create predictability and trust Organizational values must be reflected in leadership actions to be meaningful Curiosity about others' perspectives can improve communication and decision-making Calendar and time allocation often reveal true priorities and beliefs Personal Anecdote: Wrestling Coach's Impact High school wrestling coach used "figurative microphone" to address team morale Key message: "You can't feel 100% 100% of the time, but you can control your effort 100% of the time" Emphasized showing up and putting in effort, even when not feeling motivated Shaped Todd's long-term approach to challenges and commitment Stay Connected: Book a Staggr Speaker  Become a Staggr Speaker  Make Your Good Talk Great  Own Your LinkedIn Microphone  Links: Connect with Todd Mosetter   on LinkedIn  Connect with Evan Chasteen on LinkedIn  Building Champions

  6. 10/15/2024

    The Quest for Better Questions with Carl Lubbe

    ⁠Book Carl To Speak⁠ Key Takeaways Carl's talk focuses on three "bad" questions and three better alternatives that foster deeper connections and curiosity We all suffer from what Carl calls, "The Pancake Problem" which illustrates how lazy questions can cost us meaningful relationships and opportunities Shifting from "should" to "could" questions opens up possibilities and reduces shame/isolation Sharing belief in someone's potential through questions can be transformative Ideas Discussed:  The Pancake Problem Illustrates how lazy questions cost us meaningful connections Based on Carl's experience with his slow pancake-eating grandmother Led to discovery of grandmother's Winnie the Pooh connection through better questions Demonstrates how one great question can change everything Neuroscience of Questions We have 60,000 subconscious thoughts per day 75% of thoughts are negative, 95% are repetitive "How are you?" can trigger fight/flight/freeze responses Better to ask about specific wins or how to help achieve a win Setting Better Expectations 4 pillars: Clear win, doability, matched resources, follow-up timeline Ambiguity creates anxiety, clarity creates connection All expectations are experiments that need regular check-ins The Power of "Could" vs "Should" "Should" questions lead to shame and isolation "Could" questions open up possibilities and community Illustrated through Carl's mother becoming a flight attendant at 50+ Reinforced when Carl lost his job and shifted to entrepreneurship Microphones Shape Cultures Literal and metaphorical microphones can significantly impact culture Important to be aware of who holds the microphone and share it intentionally Early music experiences shaped Carl's approach to learning and authenticity Stay Connected: Book a Staggr Speaker  Become a Staggr Speaker  Make Your Good Talk Great  Own Your LinkedIn Microphone  Links: Book Carl To Speak  Connect with Carl Lubbe on LinkedIn  Connect with Evan Chasteen on LinkedIn  Curiosity Coach

  7. Season 1, Episode 1 Trailer

    Micropones Shape Cultures

    Hosts: Evan Chasteen, Matt Reynolds, and Clay Scroggins Key Takeaways  The podcast aims to amplify the voices of speakers who positively impact culture  Holding a microphone (literal or metaphorical) gives the best chance to shape culture  Leaders must handle microphones thoughtfully and carefully choose who to pass them to  Evan, Matt and Clay hope listeners will find resonance with featured speakers and be inspired to find their own voice Podcast Concept and Purpose  "Microphones Shape Cultures" explores how those with platforms influence society  Season 1 will feature 8-10 speakers discussing their ideas and impact  Evan, Matt, and Clay believe featured speakers are worth amplifying and listening to Impact of Public Speaking  Impactful talks can change lives and move people/organizations forward  Speakers can articulate feelings and experiences listeners haven't been able to express  Resonance occurs when a speaker's message deeply connects with the audience  Choosing the right speaker for an event or conference is crucial Responsibility of Holding the Microphone  Leaders inevitably end up holding microphones in various forms  Passing the microphone to the wrong person can negatively impact culture  With kids and future generations in mind, it's important who shapes culture Stay Connected: - Book a Staggr Speaker  - Become a Staggr Speaker  - Make Your Good Talk Great  - Own Your LinkedIn Microphone  Links: Connect with Clay Scroggins on LinkedIn  Connect with Matt Reynolds on LinkedIn  Connect with Evan Chasteen on LinkedIn

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Our world is shaped by microphones. But this isn't a new trend. Leaders have been using speech for centuries to influence culture. For better or for worse. When someone holds a mic who knows what they're doing -- the impact ripples through time. Which is why we believe: - Who you hand the microphone to matters. - And what you say when you're handed the microphone matters. STAGGR exists because we want the world to be a better place. We believe Microphones Shape Cultures.

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