Now What? Podcast

Glenn Sharp
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The Now What? Podcast is your go-to for leadership and coaching tips, especially for new managers. Hosted by Glenn Sharp, leadership coach and author of Now What?, each episode unpacks real-world challenges with practical tools, stories, and strategies you can use right away. Learn how to earn trust, motivate your team, and lead with confidence—without the guesswork. Subscribe and turn uncertainty into action. See https://readnowwhat.com for more info.

  1. Jun 4

    Stop Carrying the Load — The Coaching Mistake Most HR Leaders Make

    Most coaches walk into a session carrying the weight of the outcome. That's the mistake. Glenn Sharp breaks down a real keynote scenario — coaching Jason, a charming but dismissive executive who deflects accountability — and flips the entire coaching model. The responsibility belongs to Jason and his boss. Your job is to coach, not carry. Glenn covers the Change Graph, how to set up confidential conversations with both parties, and why doing the work upfront is what separates effective coaches from frustrated ones. Get the book at readnowwhat.com.

    11 min

  2. May 28

    You Got the VP Title. Now You Have to Think Like One.

    Joe from Tampa just got promoted to VP — bigger team, more direct reports, and a CEO who's counting on him. Glenn Sharp answers his question directly: the biggest trap new VPs fall into is doing too much themselves. In this episode: how to decouple from the work, leverage your Bright Spots, and build a team culture where ideas flow up instead of problems. This is what the Pinnacle of Management actually looks like. Get the book: readnowwhat.com

    15 min

  3. May 14

    What Gen Z Really Thinks About Workplace Culture and Communication

    What does Gen Z really think about workplace culture and communication? In Episode 30 of the Now What? Podcast, Glenn Sharp explores how younger employees experience work, connection, communication, and culture—and why so many leaders misunderstand what they are actually looking for. This conversation is not just about generational differences. It is about what makes work enjoyable, meaningful, and sustainable for people. Glenn starts by asking a powerful question: What is it like working here? That question gets to the heart of culture. This episode explores why people want to feel valued and liked at work, why culture has such a direct impact on performance, and why a healthy workplace makes people more engaged and more likely to stay. Glenn also introduces the “Jaws of Culture” concept, showing how many organizational initiatives get swallowed up by barriers such as turf issues, resistance to change, hierarchy, bureaucracy, and blame. The episode also covers: • Why Gen Z is often judged too quickly• Why every generation tends to criticize the next one• How technology has changed communication• Why email is efficient but often impersonal and easy to misread• Why face-to-face communication still matters• Whether higher pay is worth it if the work makes you miserable• Why happiness, fulfillment, and meaning matter in career decisions If you want to better understand how Gen Z sees workplace culture and communication—and how culture affects performance, morale, and retention—this episode is worth your time. Learn more at:https://readnowwhat.com/ Get the book Now What?:https://www.amazon.com/Now-What-Promoted-Individual-Contributor/dp/B0FJZRX3TM/

    23 min

  4. May 7

    What Gen Z Really Wants at Work

    What does Gen Z really want from work? In Episode 29 of the Now What? Podcast, Glenn Sharp leads a roundtable discussion with Gen Z voices to explore what younger employees are actually looking for—and why so many employers misunderstand them. This conversation is not just about pay. It is about respect, purpose, growth, training, onboarding, and whether employees feel like they are stepping into something worth committing to. Drawing in part from Captain D. Michael Abrashoff’s It’s Your Ship, Glenn reviews five major reasons people leave jobs: • Not being treated with respect or dignity• Lack of career path• Not being listened to• Not being rewarded with more responsibility• Low pay The discussion then gets specific. Cayden explains why Gen Z wants work that helps build useful future skills and offers a real sense of purpose. Paulina shares how dismissive language can make a role feel small and unimportant. Both explain how disorganized onboarding and poor training can cause people to mentally check out very early. Glenn also highlights a major leadership point: Many employees decide within the first 72 hours whether they are likely to stay or leave an organization. That means onboarding is not just administrative. It is strategic. This episode also explores why mentors, teammates, and early socialization into the team can make a major difference in retention. If you want to understand what Gen Z values—and how to keep younger employees longer—this episode is worth your time. Learn more at:https://readnowwhat.com/ Get the book Now What?:https://www.amazon.com/Now-What-Promoted-Individual-Contributor/dp/B0FJZRX3TM/

    15 min

  5. Apr 26

    Don’t Bring Problems—Bring Solutions

    What does it really take to hold people accountable? In Episode 28 of the Now What? Podcast, Glenn Sharp breaks down the mindset leaders need if they want their team to stop depending on them for every answer and start thinking for themselves. At the center of this episode is a simple principle: Don’t come to me with a problem.Come to me with the problem and the solution. Glenn explains why accountability requires leaders to stop carrying all the weight and start pushing ownership back onto their employees and direct reports. He uses the visual of “shoulder pads” to describe the burden many managers carry—and why strong leaders must deliberately take some of that weight off themselves and put it where it belongs: on the people they lead. In this episode, Glenn discusses: • Why leaders must create a solutions-first culture• What to do when employees ask, “What do I do, boss?”• Why trained employees should be trusted to make decisions• How asking people what they want to do builds accountability• Why teams should rely on each other instead of only relying on the boss• How direct report idea generation creates better thinking and stronger teams• Why leaders who solve everything themselves create dependence instead of growth If you want to build a more accountable team, stop being the answer to every question. Start requiring your people to think. Learn more at:https://readnowwhat.com/ Get the book Now What?:https://www.amazon.com/Now-What-Promoted-Individual-Contributor/dp/B0FJZRX3TM/

    12 min

  6. Apr 16

    Most Managers Never Become Leaders

    What’s the real difference between a manager and a leader? In Episode 27 of the Now What? Podcast, Glenn Sharp builds on his recent appearance on the Entrepreneur DNA Podcast with Justin Colby to break down one of the most important leadership distinctions in business. Most managers focus on tasks, processes, and direction. Leaders focus on vision, influence, and preparation. That difference matters most when change hits. In this episode, Glenn explains why change often gets worse before it gets better, why leaders must prepare people in advance, and why talking to the end user before implementing change leads to better decisions. He also shares real-world examples, including Justin Colby’s experience switching insurance providers and a story about poor planning that created wasted time and frustration when mechanics were sent to a location that wasn’t prepared for them. You’ll also hear Glenn’s perspective on: • Why delegation is the most powerful time management tool leaders have• Why hiring people who are better than you at certain tasks is a strength• How investing your time in training creates layers of coverage on your team• Why AI is a tool—but human connection is still the key to business If you want to lead more effectively, influence people better, and stop confusing management with leadership, this episode is worth your time. Learn more at:https://readnowwhat.com/ Get the book Now What?:https://www.amazon.com/Now-What-Promoted-Individual-Contributor/dp/B0FJZRX3TM/ The Entrepreneur DNA: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JgbSxIL3gi8M04gg8dMey?si=54f5b18f7bf84d37

    27 min

  7. Apr 9

    Why Leaders Struggle to Delegate and How to Fix It

    Delegation is one of the most important—and most misunderstood—skills in leadership. In Episode 26 of the Now What? Podcast, Glenn Sharp breaks down why so many leaders struggle to delegate and what it’s costing them. This episode builds on Glenn’s recent appearance on the Entrepreneur DNA podcast with Justin Colby, where they discussed how leaders can create scalable teams by developing people and letting go of unnecessary control. Many leaders hold onto work because of fear—fear that it won’t be done correctly, fear of losing control, or simply because it feels faster to do it themselves. But there’s a hidden cost: Opportunity cost. When you spend time doing tasks that should be delegated, you lose time that could be spent developing your team, improving operations, and leading at a higher level. Glenn explains how great leaders create people efficiencies by setting clear expectations, improving communication, and investing in training. He also discusses: • Why lack of delegation leads to burnout and turnover• How to identify “bright spots” on your team and use them to train others• Why promoting people without proper development creates problems• The importance of transitioning from a player mindset to a coach mindset• How even elite performers (like Michael Jordan) struggle to make that transition If you’re overwhelmed or feel like you’re doing too much yourself, this episode will help you rethink delegation and start building a stronger, more capable team. Justin Colby: The Entrepreneur DNA: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JgbSxIL3gi8M04gg8dMey?si=7862b71c269448e3 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNIBJdVxHPuOzXKdoZ3E0qjbpgAcPxfeV&si=cea6jp8KXu06QNd9 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-entrepreneur-dna/id1723959859 Learn more at:https://readnowwhat.com/ Get the book Now What?:https://www.amazon.com/Now-What-Promoted-Individual-Contributor/dp/B0FJZRX3TM/

    23 min

  8. Apr 2

    Should You Leave Your Job? Understanding Stress & Expectations

    At some point in your career, you may face a difficult and deeply personal question: Should you stay in your current role… or move on? In Episode 25 of the Now What? Podcast, Glenn Sharp responds to a question from Justin in Vermont, who is experiencing prolonged stress in a dysfunctional organization. While he values the relationships he’s built, the situation is impacting both his professional performance and personal life. Before making a decision, Glenn challenges listeners to think differently using the Results Cone and a proven assessment framework: the James Peterson Stress Management Questionnaire. This framework helps uncover the true source of stress, including two key areas: • The Disappointment Scale — where expectations of others may be unrealistic, leading to unnecessary frustration• The Under Achievement Scale — where expectations of yourself may create pressure and dissatisfaction Glenn explains that stress isn’t always caused by your environment alone. Often, it’s a combination of expectations, perspective, and how we interpret our situation. He also shares a personal story from his baseball career, illustrating how redefining success can remove unnecessary pressure and create clarity. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure whether to stay or leave, this episode will help you get to the root cause of your stress and make a more intentional decision. Learn more at:https://readnowwhat.com/ Get the book Now What?:https://www.amazon.com/Now-What-Promoted-Individual-Contributor/dp/B0FJZRX3TM/

    12 min
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The Now What? Podcast is your go-to for leadership and coaching tips, especially for new managers. Hosted by Glenn Sharp, leadership coach and author of Now What?, each episode unpacks real-world challenges with practical tools, stories, and strategies you can use right away. Learn how to earn trust, motivate your team, and lead with confidence—without the guesswork. Subscribe and turn uncertainty into action. See https://readnowwhat.com for more info.

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