Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast

Mitch Simon & Brett Putter
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Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast

Team Anywhere’s mission is to uncover Leaders on the Front Lines that are building teams and cultures where the majority of the workers are dispersed throughout the city, state, country, or world. We explore how these remote leaders foster engagement through trust, authenticity, and a sense of community. Ultimately, we are uncovering the new skills and practices that leaders must take on to connect, inspire, and transform their teams to compete in the new dispersed global economy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. MAY 13

    #172 - IRS vs. DOD: Diverse Strategies in Teleworking and Employee Management

    In the latest episode of "Team Anywhere," hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into contemporary challenges in organizational cultures, specifically focusing on human-centric leadership. They discuss the contrasting telework policies of the IRS and DOD, highlighting the DOD’s push towards flexible work arrangements to attract talent and stay competitive. The episode emphasizes the need for training DOD managers in outcome-based leadership and maintaining effective communication in remote settings. The hosts also explore the implications of the IRS’s mandatory office return policy, probing its impact on work-life balance, leadership trust, and organizational culture, underpinning the vital role of human-centric leadership in modern workplaces. Learn more inside this week's Team Anywhere episode by clicking on the link below! ► https://simonleadershipalliance.com/TA172 Watch the full podcast episode here: ► https://youtu.be/ZtIkWy-Va5Y Follow and listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform 🎧 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3q08HjO 🎧 Spotify - https://spoti.fi/44yuTAD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min

  2. APR 29

    #171 - The Role of Joy in Attracting and Retaining Gen Z Workers

    In this episode of Team Anywhere, hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into the increasing need for human-centric leadership, particularly for Gen Z who seek purposeful work. They highlight how 54% of Gen Z workers feel disengaged, urging leaders to infuse joy into the workplace to retain young talent. Through frameworks like Task Relevant Maturity (TRM), they explore how intentional leadership and mentoring can enhance job satisfaction and performance. The episode emphasizes cultivating a work environment where tasks are interesting, challenging, rewarding, and fun, and the importance of understanding the team needs to foster a sense of fulfillment and collaboration. Learn more inside this week's Team Anywhere episode by clicking on the link below! ► https://simonleadershipalliance.com/TA171 Watch the full podcast episode here: ► https://youtu.be/zgfVqforVaw  Follow and listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform 🎧 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3q08HjO 🎧 Spotify - https://spoti.fi/44yuTAD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min

  3. APR 15

    #170 - Building Strong Culture in Hybrid Team Environments

    In this episode of “Team Anywhere,” hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into the essential role of human-centric leadership in remote work. They uncover how the best remote managers serve as facilitators and coaches, nurturing environments where individuals thrive autonomously. Emphasizing the shift in workers' roles, they discuss Brett's Inspire Teams course, aimed at empowering remote team members with enhanced cultural and collaboration skills. Exploring challenges like "hybrid work friction," Brett and Mitch advocate for clear leadership strategies that align culture and responsibility, crucial in a successful remote work dynamic. Tune in for insights on navigating hybrid team management with a people-first approach. Learn more inside this week's Team Anywhere episode by clicking on the link below! ► https://simonleadershipalliance.com/TA170 Watch the full podcast episode here: ► https://youtu.be/-_hcPuisLyc Follow and listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform 🎧 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3q08HjO 🎧 Spotify - https://spoti.fi/44yuTAD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min

  4. APR 1

    #169 - The Hybrid Work Revolution: Balancing Family, Work, and Connection

    In this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch and Brett highlight the critical role of human-centric leadership in thriving hybrid workplaces. Brett Putter reveals how connectedness is fostered through strategic structures rather than just physical presence. Focusing on emotional proximity, they explore one-on-one meetings as a trust-building tool and the importance of managers knowing their team members' personal and professional landscapes. The episode underscores intentional engagement, celebrating "moments that matter," and understanding the human aspect of remote work. Successful hybrid strategies emphasize leaders' efforts in relationship-building, recognition, and strengthening social capital for high-performing teams. Learn more inside this week's Team Anywhere episode by clicking on the link below! ► https://simonleadershipalliance.com/TA169 Watch the full podcast episode here: ► https://youtu.be/9et-d0ySUQQ Follow and listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform 🎧 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3q08HjO 🎧 Spotify - https://spoti.fi/44yuTAD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min
  5. #168 - The Essentials of Trust in High-Performing Teams: A Practical Guide

    MAR 11

    #168 - The Essentials of Trust in High-Performing Teams: A Practical Guide

    In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon interviews Greg Spira, a business advisor with Oliver White, about building trust in high-performing teams. Greg shares insights from his book, "Trust the Plan, Demand Management for Business Leaders," emphasizing the importance of trust, reliability, and predictability in team dynamics. He discusses the impact of legacy perspectives on leadership and the need for leaders to prioritize building trust in the workplace. Greg offers practical tools and examples to help leaders foster trust in virtual and hybrid work environments and highlights the essential connection between vulnerability and trust in effective human-centric leadership. Learn more inside this week's Team Anywhere episode by clicking on the link below! ► https://simonleadershipalliance.com/TA168-greg-spira Watch the full podcast episode here: ► https://youtu.be/ud4RWc6f0WQ Follow and listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform 🎧 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3q08HjO 🎧 Spotify - https://spoti.fi/44yuTAD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  6. #167 - The Competitive Edge of Shorter Work Weeks

    FEB 26

    #167 - The Competitive Edge of Shorter Work Weeks

    In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon chats with Jake Kurtz, CEO of Brick Media, about his revolutionary implementation of a 4-day workweek. Focused on human-centric leadership, Kurtz shares insights on how prioritizing employee well-being led to remarkable business growth and a happier, more committed team. This episode delves into how Brick Media's approach challenges the conventional 5-day workweek, fosters work-life balance, and positions the company as an attractive employer while maintaining client satisfaction. Learn more inside this week's Team Anywhere episode by clicking on the link below! ► https://simonleadershipalliance.com/TA167-jake-kurtz Watch the full podcast episode here: ►  Follow and listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform 🎧 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3q08HjO 🎧 Spotify - https://spoti.fi/44yuTAD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  7. #166 - How to Build Happy & Productive Remote Teams

    FEB 12

    #166 - How to Build Happy & Productive Remote Teams

    In this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch Simon converses with Melissa Romo, seasoned business leader and author, delving into the essential qualities of human-centric leadership for remote teams. Melissa shares insights from her book "Your Resource is Human," advocating for empathy, joy, and connection—vital elements that foster innovation and productivity remotely. She underscores the role of emotions in leadership, emphasizing emotional contagion and the value of companionate love that boosts team performance. Throughout the episode, Melissa and Mitch explore strategies for overcoming remote work challenges, showcasing the transformative power of empathetic leadership in a distributed workforce. Chapters: 0:00 - Preview0:40 - Introduction2:31 - Learnings from Working Remotely4:55 - What Made Melissa Write Her book?8:14 - Emotions in a Remote Setting13:27 - How can Companionate Love Impact You Virtually?19:12 - Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast!19:31 - Belonging: How to Create It & the Dark Side of It22:42 - The Dark Side of Joy27:45 - It’s Actually Distributed Work29:18 - The Brainstorming Myth31:51 - Where to Find Melissa Romo & Her Book?33:36 - Thanks for Watching/Listening! Learn more inside this week's Team Anywhere episode by clicking on the link below! ► https://simonleadershipalliance.com/TA166-melissa-romo Watch the full podcast episode here: ► https://youtu.be/7e1b8xNScGw Follow and listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform 🎧 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3q08HjO 🎧 Spotify - https://spoti.fi/44yuTAD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  8. #165 - Fueling Success: How Happiness Impacts Your Workday

    JAN 29

    #165 - Fueling Success: How Happiness Impacts Your Workday

    In this episode of Team Anywhere, I interviewed Jessica Weiss, a TEDx speaker and happiness expert. Jessica emphasizes the importance of human-centric leadership within organizations, particularly in the context of hybrid and virtual team management. She highlights the essential role of fostering friendships at work, aligning individual strengths with meaningful work, and recognizing the importance of making progress for generating happiness and productivity. Jessica also candidly shares her own happiness journey, including her insights on delivering a TEDx talk. Chapters: 0:00 - Preview1:10 - Introduction1:54 - Jessica's Story of Happiness5:14 - Is Jessica Happy?5:47 - How to Build Happiness8:27 - Be Happy, Be Productive!13:49 - Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast!14:10 - Building Connections is Work!21:57 - How are Companies Measuring Happiness23:18 - Jessica's TEDx Experience26:03 - Where to Find Jessica Weiss27:17 - Thank you for Listening/Watching! Learn more inside this week's Team Anywhere episode by clicking on the link below! ► https://simonleadershipalliance.com/TA165-jessica-weiss Watch the full podcast episode here: ► https://youtu.be/pqIu2-rcbFk Follow and listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform: 🎧 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3q08HjO 🎧 Spotify - https://spoti.fi/44yuTAD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
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Team Anywhere’s mission is to uncover Leaders on the Front Lines that are building teams and cultures where the majority of the workers are dispersed throughout the city, state, country, or world. We explore how these remote leaders foster engagement through trust, authenticity, and a sense of community. Ultimately, we are uncovering the new skills and practices that leaders must take on to connect, inspire, and transform their teams to compete in the new dispersed global economy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Mitch Simon & Brett Putter
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    172
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast
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    Team Anywhere Leadership Podcast

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