Success Secrets and Stories Host and author, John Wandolowski and Co-Host Greg Powell

Unlock the secrets to effective leadership communication with insights from John & Greg as we explore essential books that every new supervisor and manager should have on their shelf. Discover the transformative power of "The One Minute Manager" by Ken Blanchard and Spencer Johnson, emphasizing the importance of one-minute goals, praise, reprimands, and appraisals. Learn how clear and concise communication can significantly enhance leadership effectiveness. We also delve into the th...

How can authentic conversations revolutionize your personal and professional life? In this episode, we unlock the secrets behind Susan Scott's "Fierce Conversations," revealing how to drop our masks and engage in genuinely transformative dialogues. We delve into the perils of superficial conversations and the critical need for interrogating reality to gain a profound understanding of our circumstances. Tune in as we underscore the importance of mindfulness and fully showing up in every conver...

Discover the strategies of legendary coach Phil Jackson and how his mindful leadership transformed the Chicago Bulls into an NBA dynasty. Alongside my co-host Greg, we unravel the intricate weave of Management by Responsibility (MBR) and its parallels to Jackson's triangle offense, a system that amplified the unique talents of players like Michael Jordan and Dennis Rodman. We reflect on the monumental shift from Doug Collins' more autocratic approach to Phil's inclusive and emotionally intell...

Step into a time machine with us as we explore the transformation of leadership styles from the draconian "snoop advisor" to the innovative pyramid of leadership introduced by Dr. Durst's 2024 MBR program. Greg Powell and I dissect the implications of starting with a "dictator" style at the base of this pyramid, sharing stories that illustrate the often-undiscussed repercussions of such authoritarian tactics on employee morale. From the overbearing presence of managers in cube farms to the mo...

Unlock the secrets to enhancing your leadership through the transformative power of performance appraisals as Greg Powell and I dissect the evolution of this pivotal management tool. Get ready to learn how comparison scales have made way for today's dynamic, participative methods, promising you a roadmap to foster genuine engagement and master realistic goal-setting for your team. We'll guide you through the five levels of management philosophy, from unconscious to responsible, and show you h...

Have you ever pondered the true essence of leadership? Aleisha Jaeger, Director of Project Engineering at Kerry, joins us to unveil the tapestry of her own leadership path, one that wove through civil engineering and blossomed into a role that orchestrates engineering, sustainability, and more. With a candid recounting of her evolution, Aleisha illuminates how social finesse and adeptness in people management are indispensable, even when the work is rooted in technical expertise. Her voice br...