Breaking Bosses

Elic Thomas, Lenny Ovadia
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Lenny and Elic help new managers and maybe even older ones connect with their employees better.

Episodes

  1. Oct 23

    Episode 9 Push Through the Pain...or

    Got a Question or Comment? Ask Lenny and Elic Lenny and Elic discuss whether to push through issues or ask for help when you're the new boss.

  2. Oct 9

    Episode 8 This Could've Been an E-mail!

    Got a Question or Comment? Ask Lenny and Elic Lenny and Elic give some ideas on how to keep your meetings from being the "This could've been an e-mail." type meeting.

  3. Sep 25

    Episode 7 Who You Gonna Call?

    Got a Question or Comment? Ask Lenny and Elic Episode 7: Breaking Bosses with Lenny & Elic In Episode 7 of Breaking Bosses, Lenny and Elic explore the leadership skills that separate good managers from great leaders. The conversation dives into the Language of a Leader, examining how the words we choose can inspire confidence, build trust, and influence team performance. They also discuss the power of validation and why making people feel seen, heard, and valued is one of the most effective tools a leader can use. The episode highlights practical strategies for creating buy-in from your team, helping leaders move beyond simply giving direction to building genuine commitment and accountability. Finally, Lenny and Elic emphasize the importance of paying attention to the subtle signals around us. From body language to changes in behavior, leaders must learn to don't miss the cues that can reveal concerns, opportunities, and the needs of their teams before they become larger issues. This episode is packed with real-world leadership insights designed to help managers strengthen communication, build stronger teams, and lead with greater awareness and intention. Key Topics: The Language of a Leader The Importance of Validation Creating Team Buy-In Recognizing and Responding to Leadership Cues Building Trust Through Communication Leading with Awareness and Intentionality

  4. Sep 11

    Episode 6 The Credit?

    Got a Question or Comment? Ask Lenny and Elic Lenny and Elic discuss the situation when a person doesn't get the credit they deserve.

  5. Aug 28

    Episode 5 Mentors

    Got a Question or Comment? Ask Lenny and Elic Lenny and Elic talk about the "boss mentors" and how to be a good mentor yourself.

  6. Aug 14

    Episode 4 What About Your Friends?

    Got a Question or Comment? Ask Lenny and Elic Lenny and Elic discuss what happens when your friend/co-worker becomes the boss. Also, can you be friends with the boss?

  7. Jul 31

    Episode 3 Who Has it Harder?

    Got a Question or Comment? Ask Lenny and Elic Lenny and Elic talk about the different struggles that male and female bosses have ascending to the top.

  8. Jul 18

    Episode 2 How to Spot a Bad Employee Before It's Too Late

    Got a Question or Comment? Ask Lenny and Elic Lenny and Elic talk about ways to spot a bad employee and what might've caused them to become one.

  9. Jul 2

    You’re The Boss Now!

    Got a Question or Comment? Ask Lenny and Elic Len and Elic talk about handling your first week as the new boss!

  • 9 Episodes

About

Lenny and Elic help new managers and maybe even older ones connect with their employees better.

Information

  • Creator
    Elic Thomas, Lenny Ovadia
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Breaking Bosses
  • Show Website
    Breaking Bosses