I Need To F***ing Talk To You

Ken Cameron & Russell Stratton

Do you want to f***ing improve individual and team performance in your workplace? Do you think mediocrity f***ing sucks and you shouldn't have to put up with it? Do you aim to be more than a good boss and aspire to be a great leader? Then join Ken and Russell for thoughtful and at times f***ing irreverent conversation on the topics of leadership and organizational culture. Sometimes difficult conversations suck, but you need to have them. Sometimes you may even need to have them with yourself. On this podcast we have thought provoking conversations with business leaders from across North America and discuss ideas that can help you be an even better leader and not simply a ‘boss’. Co-hosts Ken Cameron and Russell Stratton literally wrote the book on navigating difficult workplace conversations. We are authors of the 5 star Amazon book ‘I Need To F***ing Talk To You’, the result of more than three decades of in-the-field consulting This groundbreaking book is the basis for our training programs and podcast and continues to f***ing positively shape how managers in organizations address performance, behavioural and attendance issues in the workplace.

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    125 - Leading Change When No One Wants to F-ing Move, with Dusty Gulleson

    If you’ve ever tried to lead a team where the executives aren’t on the same page and resistance to change is the norm—then this this week, Dusty Gulleson, has been there—and knows exactly how to turn the chaos into clarity. As CEO and Owner of eResources, Dusty specializes in aligning leaders, simplifying technology, and driving meaningful transformation in organizations that need it most. Whether he’s in the boardroom or the bourbon tasting room, his approach blends humility, sharp strategic insight, and the kind of clarity that gets everyone rowing in the same direction. In this episode, we talk about: How to lead change when people are digging in their heelsThe very real constraint on AI expansionThe leadership lesson Dusty learned in the trenches (and what he wishes he’d known sooner)If you’re a leader facing messy alignment challenges, tangled tech systems, or just plain old resistance, this conversation will give you both the tools and the mindset to chart a better path forward. Where to find Dusty Gulleson: https://www.eresources.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustygulleson/Subscribe & Share: If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments! —   Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level? Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations Available on: AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    124 - Speaking Your Audience’s F-ing Language with Richard Levy

    In this episode of I Need To F**ing Talk To You*, we sit down with Richard Levy, founder and CEO of Sophera Marketing, joining us all the way from the UK. Richard brings a wealth of experience in building and enhancing brands through every marketing channel, having led high-performing teams across the UK, EMEA, and North America for major organizations including GE, Santander, First National, and MoneyGram. Our conversation is wide-ranging—covering what it takes to lead across international, organizational, and national cultures, and why knowing how to speak your audience’s business language is critical when pitching your ideas. If you want to sharpen your ability to connect, persuade, and lead in a global business environment, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Links: Website: www.sopheramarketing.co.ukLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardlevy1/Email: richardlevy@sopheramarketing.co.ukSubscribe & Share: If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments! —   Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level? Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations Available on: AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com

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  3. ٢٦ أغسطس

    123 - Save Your F-ing Drama For Your Mama with Charlie Sheppard

    In this episode, Russell sits down with Charlie Sheppard—Professor of Leadership, Organizational Development Consultant, transformational coach to CEOs, and author of Save Your Drama For Your Mama. Charlie shares how his unique blend of behavioral science, leadership expertise, and systems design helps individuals and organizations unlock peak performance. From navigating high-stakes union-management negotiations to building cultures that foster lasting change, Charlie brings insights that challenge leaders to think differently about how they lead and inspire. You’ll discover:Why drama is a performance killer—and how to remove it from your workplace.The challenges of Further Education and starting his own university.Lessons from a career that bridges academia, business, and innovation.How Charlie is working with colleagues in Bio Tech to revolutionize cancer treatmentIf you’re ready to lead with clarity, cut through the noise, and create a culture that delivers, this conversation is packed with strategies you can use right away. Listen now and learn how to save the drama for somewhere else. Resources: https://worldbridgeu.com/https://www.amazon.ca/Save-Your-Drama-Mama/Subscribe & Share: If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments! —   Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level? Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations Available on: AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com

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    119 - Butterfly Goo and Other F-ing Metaphors for Change with Rachel Burr

    In this episode of “I Need To F*ing Talk To You,”** Ken Cameron sits down with Rachel Burr — executive coach, leadership consultant, and author of Butterfly Goo: The Down and Dirty Truth of Transformation. With over 20 years of experience and a sharp sense of humour, Rachel helps leaders navigate the squishy, messy middle of change — the part no one likes to talk about but everyone has to go through. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The Difference Between Being Direct and Being a Jerk: Rachel explains how to cut through the noise without cutting people down.Why Feelings Aren’t Fluff: Emotions are information, and leaders who ignore their inner world are missing half the data.How to Own Your Sh*t: Real leadership means accountability — and yes, that means admitting when you’ve messed up.Rachel’s Most Difficult Conversation: Hear the story of when she walked into her boss’s office and said, “You need to fire me.” (Spoiler: It changed everything.)Resources Mentioned: Rachel Burr’s book: Butterfly Goo: The Down and Dirty Truth of Transformation - https://butterflygoobook.net/Download the free worksheets and exercises Rachel mentioned: https://butterflygoobook.net/playground-area-downloads/Connect with Rachel Burr: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmburr/Subscribe & Share: If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments! —   Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level? Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations Available on: AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com

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  5. ١٧ يونيو

    118 - Retaining F-ing Great Employees with Ken Rusk

    Double your Ken in this episode!  Host Ken Cameron speaks with Ken Rusk, blue-collar entrepreneur, bestselling author of Blue-Collar Cash, and host of the Comfort, Peace & Freedom podcast. Ken shares the story of a tough conversation early in his career when one of his top employees told him they were planning to leave. Instead of trying to convince them to stay for the sake of the business, Ken took a different approach: he put the employee’s goals ahead of his own. That decision sparked a powerful shift in trust, loyalty, and long-term leadership. With over 40 years of experience and a nine-figure construction business under his belt, Ken offers a grounded, common-sense perspective on building culture in small and mid-sized companies. He explains why helping your team design lives they actually want to live is the best way to retain talent — and why culture always beats perks and ping pong tables. Ken also gives us a sneak peek at his upcoming book, focused on how to attract, inspire, and retain great employees while taking your business to new heights. Links: Website: KenRusk.comKen Rusk’s Podcast: Comfort, Peace & FreedomBook: Blue-Collar CashCourse: The Path to a Successful Life  Subscribe & Share: If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments! —   Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level? Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations Available on: AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com

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Do you want to f***ing improve individual and team performance in your workplace? Do you think mediocrity f***ing sucks and you shouldn't have to put up with it? Do you aim to be more than a good boss and aspire to be a great leader? Then join Ken and Russell for thoughtful and at times f***ing irreverent conversation on the topics of leadership and organizational culture. Sometimes difficult conversations suck, but you need to have them. Sometimes you may even need to have them with yourself. On this podcast we have thought provoking conversations with business leaders from across North America and discuss ideas that can help you be an even better leader and not simply a ‘boss’. Co-hosts Ken Cameron and Russell Stratton literally wrote the book on navigating difficult workplace conversations. We are authors of the 5 star Amazon book ‘I Need To F***ing Talk To You’, the result of more than three decades of in-the-field consulting This groundbreaking book is the basis for our training programs and podcast and continues to f***ing positively shape how managers in organizations address performance, behavioural and attendance issues in the workplace.