Base Camp - A Corporate Sherpas Podcast

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Base Camp is a series of discussions with the Sherpas and some of our friends to explore our purpose of creating flow state in the world, one workplace at a time. We will share tools based on the latest research in behavioural economics, neuroscience and psychology to help leaders thrive in complexity, and embrace uncertainty to come out stronger on the other side.  

Episodes

  1. NOV 18

    The Problem With Feedback

    Feedback. It's difficult to give, difficult to receive, yet absolutely crucial for continual growth. Nearly 70% of employees feel anxious about receiving feedback, and only 2.6% of colleagues step forward to deliver it when it matters most. When feedback isn’t timely or effective, it directly undermines organisational and individual performance.  This Base Camp episode explores the real impact of feedback and provides tools to turn resistance into growth. 00:00 The Challenge of Feedback 09:18 Defining Feedback and Its Importance 16:43 Personal Experiences with Feedback 23:43 How Feedback Impacts The Brain 29:40 The Role of Social Capital and Psychological Safety 39:24 The Skill of Receiving Feedback 43:07 Offering Perspectives rather than Feedback 44:15 Understanding the First and Second Score 46:05 Curiosity vs. Defensiveness in Feedback Reception 48:20 Mindset Matters: Fixed vs. Growth 49:09 Training Teams to Receive Feedback Effectively 52:10 Normalising Emotional Reactions to Feedback 54:18 The Role of Leaders in Feedback Dynamics 56:58 Shifting Focus: From Giving to Receiving Feedback 01:01:05 Navigating Identity and Attribution in Feedback 01:04:24 Generational Differences in Feedback Reception 01:08:45 Leveraging Technology for Feedback 01:17:46 Combining Frameworks for Effective Feedback Delivery Show notes Battling the Demons between our two ears: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2412095/episodes/16124844 Games People Play - Life Positions: https://www.amazon.com.au/Games-People-Play-Psychology-Relationships-ebook/dp/B002RI9IPG The Second Score: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQNbaKkYk_Q Contact: corporate-sherpas.au

    1h 28m

  2. OCT 9 · BONUS

    Base Camp Bites | How Do I Stop Ruminating

    Base Camp Bites dive into past episodes of the podcast to unearth tools that can help you on your journey.  Today we are tackling rumination - an all too common experience that gets in the way of performance and wellbeing.  The tool? The W.I.N question.  This is an excerpt from Part 2 of Battling the Demons Between our two ears. Episode link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/76OceVW7nJe1akIZkNLD1i?si=81667ec5ebc6458c Contact: corporate-sherpas.au

    10 min

  3. JUL 21

    The Problem With Diversity: The Hidden Forces Shaping Engagement, Retention and Productivity

    This week the Sherpas unpack the hidden factors impacting performance in diverse environments. We know diversity is important, but how do you navigate the complexity that it brings? In this episode, we break down complex contexts leaders face and how sensemaking can help navigate adaptive problems. Discover the impact of unconscious biases, stereotypes, and microaggressions on performance and learn practical tools to help elevate performance, despite having these biases. This insightful discussion offers actionable strategies to help leaders harness the full potential of their diverse teams and achieve better personal and business outcomes. Show notes:  The amygdala and how our internal narrative impacts performance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1v6rUZIliT9E1nP4ATDbrN?si=b148144ec07549a3 Managing an abundance mindset of stress: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7nMBSllYdzskxNw0IO5t5O?si=130455e9332643a5 WISE Feedback, David Yeager et al. : https://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/releases/xge-a0033906.pdf deBono’s 6 thinking hats: https://www.debonogroup.com/services/core-programs/six-thinking-hats/ Contact: corporate-sherpas.au

    1h 33m

  4. MAY 29

    The Rejection Effect: Why it matters more than you think

    Have you ever experienced that sting of rejection? This video explores the surprising science behind the rejection effect – why it hurts so much, and how it impacts us individually and in our organizations. We delve into the neuroscience of rejection, revealing how our brains respond to exclusion as a threat. Learn practical strategies, like affective labeling, to manage your reaction to rejection and build more resilient teams. Discover how addressing rejection isn't just about personal well-being, but also about fostering a culture of connection and collaboration. Join us as we explore how to turn rejection from a setback into a springboard for growth.  Contact: corporate-sherpas.au

    1h 20m

  5. MAR 31

    The Paradox of Pressure: Is Stress a Force for Growth or a Road to Burnout?

    In this episode we tackling one of the most fascinating contradictions in our world of creating flow state workplaces: the paradox of pressure: Is stress a force for growth or a road to burnout?  Stress is ubiquitous in both our personal and professional lives. We've all felt it - deadlines, meeting expectations, looking after loved ones. It shows up in different ways: tightness in your chest before a big presentation, the weight of responsibilities piling up, the health consequences, the relentless voice in your head asking, Am I doing enough? Too much of it can break even the strongest among us leading to burnout, exhaustion and disconnection.  According to the Productivity Commission costs associated with these issues are estimated to be between $12.2 billion and $39.9 billion per year in Australia.  At the same time people say that they need a certain level of stress, we hear things like pressure makes diamonds. It can ignite motivation, sharpen focus and unlock a different level of creativity. The paradox is that the same pressure that drives us can also break us—so how do we navigate it? It's clear that this is s topic worth diving into.  Links:   Stress is Enhancing Mindset: Alia Crum  Expanding your visual field: Andrew Huberman  The Science of Cells that never get old: Elizabeth Blackburn  Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions    Contact: corporate-sherpas.au

    1h 14m

  6. FEB 11

    Ben Dorant | Unlocking growth in the resource industry.

    This Basecamp episode features RCR Mining Technologies' Ben Dorant, who shares his unique blend of technical skill and adaptable leadership. We explore industry challenges, the power of cognitive maturity, and practical tools for developing high-performing teams. Learn how to navigate uncertainty, foster a thriving culture, and optimise your team's energy – physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. A must-listen for leaders seeking to thrive in complexity. Contact: corporate-sherpas.au

    1h 4m

  7. JAN 15

    Battling the demons between our two ears part 2: Tools to optimise your inner narrative for performance and wellbeing

    Join us for Part 2 of our exploration into the internal battles we face in navigating VUCA environments.  We delve deeper into the four aspects of self-awareness: reflection, mindfulness, meta-awareness, and rumination, focusing on how to combat the negative impacts of ruminative thinking. Learn practical strategies to manage rumination, including: The powerful "WIN" question ("What's Important Now?")The physiological sigh breathing technique.  Mindfulness and meditation  and how strengthen brain connections, enhancing focus and emotional regulation.  We explore the science behind these techniques and share real-life examples of how to apply them to improve your energy, performance, and overall well-being, both personally and professionally.   Contact: corporate-sherpas.au

    46 min

  8. 11/18/2024

    Battling the demons between our two ears part 1: How our individual narrative impacts organisational performance

    Key Highlights How the stories we tell ourselves can drain our energy, distort our perspectives and distract us from what is important in the moment The two brain networks that are essential to performance and wellbeing, and how we can move towards the high-performance network How creativity and rumination can be two sides of the same coin An evolutionary explanation as to why we have a negative bias towards rumination  The biology of chronic stress  How human nature is to be negatively biased and the impact this has on leadership The 4 components of self-awareness that you can lean on to further understand your internal narrative Richard Davidson - leading researcher in the neuroscience on performance  Contact: corporate-sherpas.au

    54 min

  9. 10/22/2024

    Welcome to Base Camp!

    Welcome to Base Camp! In this episode we introduce the Sherpas and the key challenges we will be tackling throughout the show.  What does it mean to create flow state workplaces?How technology has produced data that showcases how changes in perspectives, emotions, biofeedback loop we can leverage through conscious interventions and getting into flow improves performanceHow organisations and individuals hinder their own ability to get into flowHow the Sherpas operate through SEVA: Simplicity, Experimentation, Vulnerability and AbundanceWhat are the hard consequences of not investing in developing your people? Links: Corporate Sherpas Website LinkedIn Contact: corporate-sherpas.au

    28 min
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Base Camp is a series of discussions with the Sherpas and some of our friends to explore our purpose of creating flow state in the world, one workplace at a time. We will share tools based on the latest research in behavioural economics, neuroscience and psychology to help leaders thrive in complexity, and embrace uncertainty to come out stronger on the other side.  

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