My Manager Coach

Jody Bagno-Dill
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Struggling to mobilize your team and feeling like management shouldn't be this hard? I have good news for you. You’re in the right place. Welcome to My Manager Coach, a podcast for leaders who want to stop managing problems and start building momentum. I’m Jody Bagno-Dill, your executive coach and growth strategist with over 20 years of experience helping companies scale, thrive, and earn national recognition—including spots on the Best Places to Work list in the San Francisco Bay Area for more than a decade. I know what it’s like to feel frustrated as a manager—I’ve lived it. But I also know what it takes to turn things around and lead by building Vibe and momentum so you can achieve meaningful results. Each episode you’ll get: Practical strategies to mobilize your team Communication skills that actually work Growth insights to help you scale your organization, and Candid interviews with top vibe-builders in business, music, and thriving organizations Whether you're managing a team of five or five-thousand, this podcast will help you become the kind of leader who gets results and creates a culture of loyal and enthusiastic team members. Subscribe now and start leading with strategy, soul, and serious impact.

  1. The Hidden Risk of Letting Employees Figure Out AI on Their Own

    JAN 25

    The Hidden Risk of Letting Employees Figure Out AI on Their Own

    Are your employees using AI? What platforms? Are they using your business accounts or one of their own? AI is showing up at work whether leaders plan for it or not. The real risk isn’t that employees are using it. It’s that they’re using it without direction or structure, making companies vulnerable to what happens with your information. In this episode, Jody continues the conversation with Andy McClure, CEO of Longview Marketing and fractional CMO, to unpack what managers and business owners need to decide right now about AI in the workplace. Andy reframes AI in a way that makes the stakes immediately clear. Think of it as a powerful new employee that never sleeps, gets smarter over time, and touches marketing, operations, communication, and strategy. The question is not whether you use it, but who is training it, where it lives, and what it has access to. You’ll hear why: Letting employees “figure it out on their own” creates chaos, not innovationFree tools come with hidden risks leaders often overlookAI needs architecture, governance, and ownership just like any other functionThe companies that win won’t just use AI, they’ll use it more intentionally than their competitors Andy walks through what’s at stake when knowledge, prompts, brand voice, and strategy live outside your control, and why now is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build durable capability inside your business. This episode is a call for leadership, not fear. AI doesn’t replace judgment, clarity, or accountability. It amplifies whatever already exists. Andy is also the author of The In-House Growth Machine: Build Your Own AI-Powered Marketing System and Escape the Agency Trap, available on Amazon. Website for Longview Marketing Jazz Business Consulting Website Have Your Managers Become Trained and Certified Link Here

    29 min
  2. Your Marketing Advantage Hiding in Plain Sight- Interview with Andy McClure

    JAN 25

    Your Marketing Advantage Hiding in Plain Sight- Interview with Andy McClure

    Most companies believe their marketing problem is messaging. What Andy McClure sees instead is something hiding in plain sight. In this episode, Jody sits down with Andy McClure, CEO of Longview Marketing and fractional CMO, to explore a marketing approach that runs counter to speed, hype, and guesswork and has been enormously successful for many of the their clients. Rather than starting with what a company wants to say, Andy starts with what customers are already saying. By intentionally listening to the people who keep coming back, companies uncover an advantage they often overlook because it feels too obvious or too familiar. In this conversation, you’ll hear: Why your best customers describe the experience, not the serviceHow leaders miss what’s working when they’re too close to the businessWhy emotion still drives decisions, even in practical, technical industriesHow strong marketing is often about revealing, not reinventing Andy shares real-world examples of companies that improved their marketing simply by paying closer attention to what customers already valued most, closing the gap between promise and experience. This discussion also quietly sets the stage for what’s coming in the next episode. As AI and new tools accelerate how work gets done, the real risk isn’t the technology itself, it’s moving forward without clarity or intention. That’s a conversation we’ll continue in the second part of the interview (The Hidden Risk of Letting Employees Figure Out AI on Their Own) Andy is also the author of The In-House Growth Machine: Build Your Own AI-Powered Marketing System and Escape the Agency Trap, where he outlines how leaders can build sustainable marketing capability inside their organizations. Andy is also the author of The In-House Growth Machine: Build Your Own AI-Powered Marketing System and Escape the Agency Trap, available on Amazon. Website for Longview Marketing Jazz Business Consulting Website Get Your Managers Trained and Ready for Growth Link Here

    19 min
  3. The Rhythm of Reinvention- Balancing Innovation with a 90-Year Legacy- Interview with Scotty Barnhart

    JAN 6

    The Rhythm of Reinvention- Balancing Innovation with a 90-Year Legacy- Interview with Scotty Barnhart

    This exciting discussion with Grammy-winning director Scotty Barnhart explores how vibe, trust, and humanity can transform any team into a high-performing ensemble. Scotty draws powerful parallels between music and management that every leader should hear. He shares behind-the-scenes (crazy) stories from his tours, while giving strategic insights to balancing innovation with legacy. His approach not only wins Grammys, it has revised the love of jazz for audiences all over the world. This interview is the true definition of "EDUtainment." Show Links: Watch the Video on YouTube: Download the FREE Worksheet to Prepare for Your Compensation Conversation The Count Basie Orchestra Stream - Basie Swings The Blues Our Sponsor: JAZZ BUSINESS CONSULTING

    57 min
  4. Want A Raise? Pitch It Like a Business Deal, an Interview with Paul Lefcourt

    12/04/2025

    Want A Raise? Pitch It Like a Business Deal, an Interview with Paul Lefcourt

    What if asking for a raise didn’t sound needy, but strategic? In today’s episode, we talk with Paul Lefcourt — national leader, co-founder, and master negotiator — about how to turn compensation conversations into business proposals. If you've ever wondered how to make your manager drop their guard when asking for more, or how to stand out in annual reviews, this episode is packed with frameworks that work. We cover: The 4-part business plan that gets yeses — even in tight budget yearsThe #1 mistake people make when negotiating raises (spoiler: they make it about themselves)Why Paul offered to co-fund a hire — and how that got him a raise and moreThe math every employee should know before walking into a compensation conversationWhat great leaders actually look for in a raise request Plus, we unpack a free resource you can use to prep your own annual business proposal (link below). Free Download: Business Plan Prep Outline → jazzbc.com/comp Get Paid What You're Worth Webinar: Join us on Wednesday Jan 14th at 10:00am (PT) for a live workshop on negotiating your next comp package Click Here to Register Before January 9th for the Early Bird Pricing of only $97 USE CODE COMP100 Have questions? Email us at info@jazzbc.com or call us at 888-938-5299

    54 min
  5. 'Want Your Company To Be On The Best Places To Work' List?

    11/02/2025

    'Want Your Company To Be On The Best Places To Work' List?

    You’ve seen the list. “Best Places to Work.” But your company isn’t on it... yet. So what gives? In this episode, we break down the 5 disciplines that separate award-winning workplaces from the ones that miss the mark. Whether you’re leading a small team or an entire organization, these habits are the building blocks of a culture people want to stay in. You’ll hear: Real examples from companies who continually make the list (and those who have crashed and burned)Wild stories - including a Zoom slap fightThe exact habits shared by leaders who make “Best Places to Work” year after year Key Takeaways: The single leadership habit that shows up every timeWhy habit stacking might change your mornings foreverThe hidden ROI of executive coaching (spoiler: it’s 788%)What happens when internal drama ruins external success Mentioned: CD & PowerRT SpecialtiesBook: Atomic Habits by James ClearOrganizational Vibe AssessmentJAZZ Business Consulting

    24 min
  6. You Can't Fake Flow - Insights From Founding Drummer of Sly & The Family Stone, Greg Errico

    10/20/2025

    You Can't Fake Flow - Insights From Founding Drummer of Sly & The Family Stone, Greg Errico

    What happens when the leader of a world-class band starts to unravel? And what can managers learn from the way legendary musicians handle tension, trust, and breakdowns? In this episode, Jody sits down with Greg Errico, founding drummer of Sly and the Family Stone and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee. Greg shares his behind-the-scenes perspective on what made the band thrive — and what managers can take from those lessons to improve collaboration, repair culture, and lead through messy transitions. You’ll Learn:What to do when your team’s Vibe is offHow to lead through a leadership failure without losing your wayThe surprising power of pausing — and how taking a step back can move you forwardHow diversity and authenticity fueled one of the most iconic bands in music history Links from the show: The StickPeople on YouTube: The Unity Music Foundation Jazz Business Consulting Sly Lives: The Burden of Black Genius

    53 min
  7. Vibe Over Ego -What Jazz Legends Taught Me In The Recording Studio

    10/09/2025

    Vibe Over Ego -What Jazz Legends Taught Me In The Recording Studio

    In this episode, Jody Bagno-Dill takes you inside an unforgettable experience: sitting in on a jazz recording session led by the legendary Jamie Davis and filled with additional Grammy-winning artists. As the musicians created magic in the studio, leadership gold was on full display, and the lessons are surprisingly transferable to the workplace. From clarity to competency to chemistry, you'll hear how these world-class artists came together to create vibe...and how you can do the same with your team. What You’ll Learn: Why clarity is the bedrock of performance (and what happens without it)How mastery in your craft opens the door for improvisationThe silent power of emotional maturity in high-performing teamsThe unspoken leadership superpower: appreciationWhat cookies have to do with team creativity (yes, seriously) Key Quote: “People don’t show up for perfect notes—they show up for how the music makes them feel. It’s the same with your employees and customers.” Links Mentioned In The Show Organizational Vibe Assessment Jazz Business Consulting Jamie Davis Scotty Barnhardt Shelley Berg Wycliffe Gordon Leon Joyce Doug Lawrence Glenn Pearson Roger Glenn Carmen Bradford Greg Errico Trevor Ware Woody Woodruff Carlos Reyes

    26 min

  8. 09/30/2025

    The 5 Frustrations Managers Secretly Struggle With (And What to Do About Them)

    In today’s episode, Jody reveals the 5 biggest frustrations that most managers experience but rarely talk about. From disengaged teams to emotionally reactive employees and the silent epidemic of burnout, Jody gets real about what’s making managers want to quit. If you’ve ever thought, “Why do I have to chase adults to do their jobs?” or felt invisible despite doing everything right, this episode will give you relief and tools to improve your experience What You'll Learn: How to revive disengaged teams using a simple 15-second meeting trickThe 7x communication rule you probably aren’t followingHow to inspire ownership and accountability without micromanagingWhat to say when giving feedback to avoid emotional shutdownsWhy manager burnout is rising — and how to fight it with better persuasion skills and coaching Resources Mentioned: Book: Extreme Ownership by Jocko WillinkFree Personal Vibe Assessment: jazzbc.com (Scroll to bottom of page for free access)Personal Vibe Training: One-hour online moduleContact for Coaching: jazzbc.com/contact Whether you’re leading a team of 3 or 300, this episode will equip you to lead with clarity, inspiration and most importantly, a whole lot less stress.

    25 min
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Struggling to mobilize your team and feeling like management shouldn't be this hard? I have good news for you. You’re in the right place. Welcome to My Manager Coach, a podcast for leaders who want to stop managing problems and start building momentum. I’m Jody Bagno-Dill, your executive coach and growth strategist with over 20 years of experience helping companies scale, thrive, and earn national recognition—including spots on the Best Places to Work list in the San Francisco Bay Area for more than a decade. I know what it’s like to feel frustrated as a manager—I’ve lived it. But I also know what it takes to turn things around and lead by building Vibe and momentum so you can achieve meaningful results. Each episode you’ll get: Practical strategies to mobilize your team Communication skills that actually work Growth insights to help you scale your organization, and Candid interviews with top vibe-builders in business, music, and thriving organizations Whether you're managing a team of five or five-thousand, this podcast will help you become the kind of leader who gets results and creates a culture of loyal and enthusiastic team members. Subscribe now and start leading with strategy, soul, and serious impact.

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  • Creator
    Jody Bagno-Dill
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Jody Bagno-Dill
  • Show Website
    My Manager Coach