Learning to Manage

Aruna Seegolam

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Real leadership lessons from real leadership experiences. Host Aruna Seegolam reflects on management realities, frameworks, and what it truly takes to lead with empathy and effectiveness.

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Season 2 Episode 1: What I've Learned about Servant Leadership This Past Year

Send a text Servant leadership sounds great in theory—but what does it actually look like at work? In this episode, I reflect on my own leadership journey, the challenges of empowering others, and why psychological safety, accountability, and intentional communication matter more than any leadership “style.”

16 min
02/27/2025

Ep. 7 Initial Thoughts as Interim CEO

Send us a text I was an interim CEO for 6 weeks! This episode of 'Learning to Manage' discusses my initial thoughts about my experiences as interim CEO and the setbacks I faced. Contact Aruna! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550670599375 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aruna-seegolam-mba-8bb99272/

11 min
10/20/2024

Ep. 6 DMAIC for Administrative Functions

Send us a text Can DMAIC be deployed to enhance administrative functions? This episode of 'Learning to Manage' discusses how lean six sigma and DMAIC was used to reduce administrative burden while increasing the value that employees provide to organizations. Contact Aruna! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550670599375 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aruna-seegolam-mba-8bb99272/

9 min
07/11/2024

Ep. 5 Ethical Discussion on Quiet Firing

Send us a text Is it ethical for a company to employ legal but unethical practices? This episode of 'Learning to Manage' explores the impact of managers on mental health and the ethics of quiet firing, offering a detailed examination of the topic through both a professional and biblical lens. Contact Aruna! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550670599375 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aruna-seegolam-mba-8bb99272/

14 min
06/13/2024

Ep. 4 The Appeal (or Not) of a Millennial Manager

Send us a text Is the millennial manager too good to be true? This episode of 'Learning to Manage' explores five ways millennial leaders can make a positive impact: promoting transparency, trusting remote work, granting autonomy, explaining the company's greater good, and focusing on the whole employee. Resources Millennial Managers Can Change Company Culture for the Better Contact Aruna! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550670599375 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aruna-seegolam-mba-8bb99272/

10 min
06/01/2024

Ep. 3 Managing Imposter Syndrome: Insights and Experiences

Send us a text What can imposter syndrome feel like? This episode of 'Learning to Manage' delves into the pervasive issue of imposter syndrome, particularly in the context of managerial experiences. I share two stories of how negative managerial behaviors have affected my confidence and professional growth. I also offer practical strategies I use for overcoming imposter syndrome and emphasize the importance of self-support and professional development. Resources Imposter Syndrome: Definition, symptoms, and overcoming it Contact Aruna! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550670599375 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aruna-seegolam-mba-8bb99272/

9 min
04/30/2024 · BONUS

Special Episode: Why Am I So Vocal About My Bad Leadership? Part 1

Send us a text Why am I so vocal about my bad experiences with leadership? Join me as I reflect on my struggles with toxic leadership, self-discovery, and the power of learning to manage. Get to know more about me on this special episode as I share insights and some valuable lessons that shaped my perspective on effective leadership. Resources Preeti Aakar - Fundamental Nature by Aruna Khedaroo ISBN: 978-1413429831 Psyching a Spirit by Aruna Khedaroo ISBN: 978-1441556134 Harvard Business Review: https://hbr.org/2018/09/what-to-do-when-you-have-a-bad-boss Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/amyanderson/2013/06/17/coping-in-a-toxic-work-environment/?sh=7da81f17461c

7 min
04/16/2024

Ep. 2 Decisiveness in Leadership

Send us a text What makes a decisive leader stand out and what are the behaviors that make them successful? This episode of 'Learning to Manage' focuses on decisiveness in leadership. It explores the difference between decisive and impulsive leaders, emphasizes the value of gathering information and listening to feedback, and highlights the importance of support and professional development for managers and employees. The discussion encourages listeners to enhance their leadership skills and empowers them to reach their full potential in the workplace. Podcast Points 00:00 Introduction to Learning to Manage 01:00 The Importance of Decisiveness in Leadership 01:44 Characteristics of Decisive Leaders 02:54 Becoming a More Decisive Leader 04:43 Support and Professional Development for Managers 05:02 Decisiveness Beyond Leadership Roles 05:37 Empowering Teams Through Decisive Leadership 07:17 Conclusion: Embracing Decisiveness 07:49 Closing Resources Practice Business: https://practicebusiness.co.uk/why-a-decisive-leader-is-a-more-successful-leader Sigma Assessment Systems, Inc.: https://www.sigmaassessmentsystems.com/great-leaders-decisive/#:~:text=Decisive%20leaders%20seek%20out%20the,before%20making%20a%20final%20decision. Contact Aruna! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550670599375 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aruna-seegolam-mba-8bb99272/

9 min
04/03/2024

Ep. 1 Servant Leadership

Send us a text What does a servant leader do and how can we support them better in the workplace? This episode of 'Learning to Manage' focuses on servant leadership, a philosophy where leaders prioritize serving their team, empowering them, and fostering their individual growth. It contrasts servant leadership with transformational leadership and discusses the challenges and benefits of implementing servant leadership in a corporate environment. The discussion acknowledges the loneliness and professional development hurdles servant leaders might face in traditional corporate cultures. Podcast Points 00:00 Introduction to Learning to Manage 00:57 Exploring Servant Leadership 01:41 The Challenges of Servant Leadership in the Corporate World 02:34 The Potential of Servant Leadership 03:44 The Isolation of Servant Leaders 04:52 A Call to Action for Supporting Servant Leaders 05:38 Closing Resources Center for Servant Leadership: https://www.greenleaf.org/what-is-servant-leadership/ Blanchard, K., & Broadwell, R. (Eds.). (2018). Servant leadership in action. How you can achieve great relationships and results. Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc. Khan, M. M., Mubarik, M. S., Ahmed, S. S., Islam, T., & Khan, E. (2022). The contagious servant leadership: Exploring the role of servant leadership in leading employees to servant colleagueship. Leadership & Organization Development Journal, 43(6)., 847-861. https://doi.org/10.1108/LODJ-06-2021-0305 Contact Aruna! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550670599375 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aruna-seegolam-mba-8bb99272/

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Real leadership lessons from real leadership experiences. Host Aruna Seegolam reflects on management realities, frameworks, and what it truly takes to lead with empathy and effectiveness.

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