MindsetGo iCommunicate Podcast

MindsetGo Podcast

Welcome to the iCommunicate Podcast where we develop the mindset and provide communication strategies to foster confidence, emotional intelligence, as well as organizational, team, or personal growth. Our progress and improvement is not limited to a training session; it embodies a constant cycle of self-reflection and continued learning on individual and communal levels.

  1. One Shift that Drives Accountability and Growth

    APR 9

    One Shift that Drives Accountability and Growth

    Most teams don't underperform because of a lack of effort. They underperform because no one defined what "excellent" actually looks like.   In this episode of iCommunicate, Mark Altman exposes one of the most expensive blind spots in leadership: the assumption that your team knows the standard. The gap, between what leaders expect and what teams understand is where accountability quietly collapses, communication breaks down, and execution becomes a coin flip.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  How service norms directly drive team performance and execution Why unclear expectations weaken accountability and trust How small communication habits quietly erode credibility How to define clear standards that strengthen organizational culture A practical shift to improve leadership communication and team alignment Additional insights:  Why most leaders overestimate how clear their expectations actually are How misalignment shows up in subtle but costly ways across teams The difference between activity and true execution How to eliminate ambiguity without micromanaging Why consistency, not intensity, drives high-performing teams How to create shared definitions of “good” across your organization The hidden link between clarity and executive presence How to build a culture where expectations are understood, not assumed Why unclear standards quietly slow down growth and decision-making This episode is built for CEOs, founders, and senior leaders who want to improve team performance, strengthen organizational culture, and eliminate the friction caused by unclear expectations. It’s especially valuable for anyone leading growing teams, managing change, or trying to create consistency without micromanaging.

    26 min
  2. The Future of Leadership: Thriving in Volatility, AI Disruption, and Workplace Anxiety with Phil Ianniello

    MAR 19

    The Future of Leadership: Thriving in Volatility, AI Disruption, and Workplace Anxiety with Phil Ianniello

    In today’s volatile business environment, change leadership is no longer optional, it’s a core executive competency.  In this episode of iCommunicate, host Mark Altman sits down with Phil Ianniello, Managing Director at Bank of America Securities, to break down how C-suite leaders can shift mindsets, strengthen executive presence, and help their organizations move from surviving change to thriving in uncertainty.  If you’re a CEO, founder, or senior executive navigating AI disruption, economic uncertainty, organizational transformation, or large-scale workforce change, this conversation delivers practical, real-world leadership strategies you can apply immediately.  In This Episode, You’ll Learn:  How to reframe organizational change from threat to opportunityThe role of empathy in leadership and executive communication skillsWhy “control what you can control” can undermine employee engagementA practical framework for assessing change readinessThe difference between consensus leadership and the “disagree and commit” strategyHow to prevent failure during cascading communicationWhy employee resistance to change often stems from indifferenceHow to inspire change using thought-provoking questions instead of persuasionYou’ll also gain insight into: Leadership during uncertaintyChange management strategyBuilding trust in the modern workplaceNavigating AI in the workplaceStrengthening organizational culture during disruptionDriving sustainable growth through mindset shiftThis episode is essential listening for executives focused on strategic leadership, executive communication, organizational culture, and leading through change in unpredictable markets. If you’re looking to improve leadership communication, build buy-in across teams, and create a culture that adapts instead of resists — this episode will give you a practical roadmap.

    33 min
  3. ICommunicate Radio Show #59: Progress vs Achievement

    10/31/2023

    ICommunicate Radio Show #59: Progress vs Achievement

    Congratulations, you’ve achieved a goal! But why should we be proud of ourselves? In this episode of ICommunicate, MindsetGo President Mark Altman discusses how to accurately assess your progress, manage our self-esteem in challenging times, and utilize a mix of feedback and past experiences to construct a personal success template. Segment 1: All of the failure and success we’ve experienced over the course of our careers means nothing if we don’t seek to improve. How do we measure progress if there is no achievement? How can we alter our mindset to notice areas where we can improve?Segment 2:Stay interviews are a prime opportunity to garner a deep understanding of our employees, their goals, and their progress towards the company’s goals. How are we measuring performance reviews from one year to the next, and why is it so important that we keep track of that progress? What is “internal customer service,” and how can it be a major factor in shifting company culture?Segment 3: Process is not simply an agenda -- it’s a structure that’s meant to enhance efficiency, communication, and success. What are the components to creating an efficient process for ourselves and our team?Segment 4: We all have goals, but what’s the point in setting them? Where does our confidence come from, and how can that knowledge shape our approach to problem solving going forward? What are SMART goals, and how can we use this template to achieve tangible goals and recognize progress?

    46 min

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Welcome to the iCommunicate Podcast where we develop the mindset and provide communication strategies to foster confidence, emotional intelligence, as well as organizational, team, or personal growth. Our progress and improvement is not limited to a training session; it embodies a constant cycle of self-reflection and continued learning on individual and communal levels.