Paradigm Shifts Podcast

Kayshia Kruger
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Paradigm Shifts Podcast

Thanks for tuning in to the Paradigm Shifts podcast with your host, Kayshia Kruger. I’m an organization development practitioner and executive coach working with leaders to create positive changes in the workplace using behavioral science. My personal mission? Share science-based tools and leadership insights from the field that you can use in your workplace and beyond. Considering we spend about ¾ of our lifetime at work, there is incredible science in organizational psychology that can be used to rethink the way we work, lead, and ultimately live. Join me, as I talk with thought leaders and business leaders in practice, unpacking light bulb moments for paradigm shifts.

  1. The Manager's Guide to Coaching for Change with Dr. John Bennett

    SEP 3

    The Manager's Guide to Coaching for Change with Dr. John Bennett

    Dr. John Bennett, author of The Manager's Guide to Coaching for Change, discusses his journey to coaching and the importance of coaching for managers. He emphasizes that coaching is a skill that can be learned and developed, and that managers can use coaching to drive individual and organizational change. He introduces a 6-step coaching process and shares real-world examples of how managers have applied coaching models effectively. He also highlights the ethical considerations of managerial coaching and the need for managers to adapt their coaching approaches to diverse teams and cultures. New Book, The Manager's Guide to Coaching for Change, available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/4SgLBhv Visit https://lawton-associates.com/ or reach out to Dr. John Bennett https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-bennett-phd-976233/ Takeaways Coaching is a skill that can be learned and developed by managers. Managers can use coaching to drive individual and organizational change. A 6-step coaching process can guide effective coaching conversations. Managers should be aware of the ethical considerations of coaching and adapt their approaches to diverse teams and cultures.

    52 min
  2. Glad We Met: The Art & Science of 1:1 Meetings with Dr. Steven Rogelberg

    AUG 6

    Glad We Met: The Art & Science of 1:1 Meetings with Dr. Steven Rogelberg

    In this conversation, Dr. Steven Rogelberg discusses the importance of one-on-one meetings between managers and their employees. He emphasizes that these meetings are not for the manager, but for the employees to express their challenges and for the manager to provide support. The outcomes of effective one-on-one meetings include increased employee engagement, better team alignment, greater retention, and improved time management. Dr. Rogelberg suggests that the optimal frequency for these meetings is every week or every other week. He also highlights the importance of creating a diverse and personalized agenda for each meeting and allowing the employee to drive the conversation. The location of the meeting can vary based on individual preferences, and both virtual and face-to-face meetings can be effective. Dr. Rogelberg encourages managers to tie their one-on-one strategies to their personal values and involve employees in shaping the meetings to make them more meaningful and impactful. Takeaways One-on-one meetings between managers and employees are critical for success and engagement. These meetings should be focused on the employees' needs and challenges, with the manager providing support. Effective one-on-one meetings lead to increased employee engagement, better team alignment, and improved retention. The optimal frequency for these meetings is every week or every other week. Managers should create a diverse and personalized agenda for each meeting and allow the employee to drive the conversation. The location of the meeting can vary based on individual preferences, and both virtual and face-to-face meetings can be effective. Managers should tie their one-on-one strategies to their personal values and involve employees in shaping the meetings. About Our Guest For more information about Dr. Steven Rogelberg, you can visit his website at https://www.stevenrogelberg.com/ To order his book, please visit https://a.co/d/36eXh1n Dr. Steven G. Rogelberg. Dr. Rogelberg is a Chancellor’s Professor at UNC Charlotte, recognized for his distinguished national, international, and interdisciplinary contributions. Known as the 'world’s leading expert on how to fix meetings' by none other than Adam Grant, Dr. Rogelberg has profoundly impacted how organizations operate. His acclaimed book, 'The Surprising Science of Meetings,' has graced over 25 'best of' lists and was hailed by the Washington Post as the #1 leadership book to watch for. His upcoming release, 'Glad We Met: The Art and Science of 1:1 Meetings,' promises to be transformative, with high praise from thought leaders like Dan Pink. Dr. Rogelberg's expertise has been sought by major TV networks like CBS and CNN, and he’s been featured in leading publications such as the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times. His keynotes have inspired global audiences at organizations like Google, Amazon, and the United Nations. Beyond academia, he has testified before the US Congress and is a member of the prestigious Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches Group.

    33 min
  3. Reaching the Top: Navigating the Emptiness and Redefining Purpose with Carmen Johnson

    JUL 11

    Reaching the Top: Navigating the Emptiness and Redefining Purpose with Carmen Johnson

    Summary In this conversation, Kayshia and Carmen Johnson discuss the quest for success and the unexpected consequences that come with achieving significant goals. Carmen shares her personal experience of feeling empty and unfulfilled after reaching her career goal of becoming a CFO. She realizes that she had neglected other aspects of her life, such as her family and personal relationships. Carmen goes through a process of self-reflection and reevaluates her goals and priorities, ultimately creating a personal vision centered around empowering and equipping others. She also breaks the cycle of her upbringing and focuses on building meaningful relationships and leaving a positive legacy. Takeaways Achieving a significant goal may not always bring the expected feelings of success and fulfillment. It is important to consider all aspects of life, not just career, when setting goals and pursuing success. Self-reflection and reevaluation of goals and priorities can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life. Building meaningful relationships and leaving a positive legacy are important components of success.Carmen Johnson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmen-johnson-6961526/

    51 min
  4. The Coach Approach

    JUN 25

    The Coach Approach

    In this episode, Kayshia Kruger discusses the role of a manager as a coach in an organization. She differentiates between a manager, mentor, consultant, and coach, highlighting their distinct functions. She emphasizes the importance of managers adopting a coaching mindset to foster trust, open communication, and employee engagement. She outlines essential skills for effective coaching, including active listening, powerful questioning, empathy, and providing constructive feedback. Kayshia also provides practical tips for integrating coaching into everyday interactions, such as regular one-on-one meetings, encouraging self-reflection, fostering a culture of continuous feedback, using development plans, and celebrating wins and learning from failures.   Takeaways Managers should adopt a coaching mindset to foster trust, open communication, and employee engagement. Essential skills for effective coaching include active listening, powerful questioning, empathy, and providing constructive feedback. Coaching can be integrated into everyday interactions through regular one-on-one meetings, encouraging self-reflection, fostering a culture of continuous feedback, using development plans, and celebrating wins and learning from failures.

    22 min
  5. The Revolution of Work: F*ck the Patriarchy and the Workplace it Built with Anessa Fike

    JUN 10

    The Revolution of Work: F*ck the Patriarchy and the Workplace it Built with Anessa Fike

    Summary In this conversation, Anessa Fike discusses her book 'Revolution of Work' and the need to challenge patriarchal systems and structures in the workplace. She shares her inspiration for writing the book and highlights the current challenges in the labor market, including the impact of COVID-19 and the presence of five generations in the workforce. Fike emphasizes the importance of skills-based approaches and creating a more level playing field in organizations. She also addresses the impact of patriarchal norms on employees, particularly women and marginalized groups, and offers strategies for dismantling these norms and building more equitable and inclusive workplaces. The conversation explores the need for a shift in the workplace, away from outdated practices and towards a more human-centered approach. The speakers discuss the importance of questioning traditional ways of doing things and embracing change. They also touch on the potential impact of AI on work and how it can free up humans to focus on more meaningful and creative tasks. The conversation highlights the need for leaders to join the conversation and be open to feedback and change. The ultimate vision is a revolutionized workplace where people are engaged, fulfilled, and empowered. Takeaways The book 'Revolution of Work' challenges patriarchal systems and structures in the workplace. The labor market is facing challenges due to COVID-19 and the presence of five generations in the workforce. Skills-based approaches can create a more level playing field in organizations. Patriarchal norms impact employees, particularly women and marginalized groups. Strategies for dismantling patriarchal norms include self-awareness, transparency, and recognizing the importance of human connection in the workplace. Question traditional ways of doing things and be open to change AI can free up humans to focus on more meaningful and creative tasks Leaders should join the conversation and be open to feedback The vision is a revolutionized workplace where people are engaged, fulfilled, and empowered

    43 min
  6. Delivering Brain Friendly Feedback

    MAY 28

    Delivering Brain Friendly Feedback

    The conversation explores the impact of feedback on the brain and how to make feedback sessions more productive. It discusses the role of the amygdala in hijacking the brain's rational center during stressful encounters, making it difficult to process constructive criticism. The case study of Adobe is highlighted, showcasing their transition from annual performance reviews to frequent informal conversations about feedback and personal development. The success of this approach is supported by research showing increased employee engagement and decreased turnover. The conversation also introduces neuroscience-backed strategies for effective feedback, such as regular real-time feedback, scheduling sessions promptly, and reinforcing psychological safety. Takeaways The amygdala can hijack the brain's rational center during stressful encounters, making it difficult to process constructive criticism. Adobe's transition from annual performance reviews to frequent informal conversations about feedback and personal development resulted in increased employee satisfaction and decreased turnover. Regular real-time feedback, prompt scheduling, warm-up conversations, and reinforcing psychological safety are effective strategies for making feedback sessions more productive. The SBI model (Situation, Behavior, Impact) provides a structured framework for delivering constructive feedback. Feedback should be seen as a learning and development tool rather than criticism, fostering a culture of growth and understanding. Helpful References Friedman, R. S., & Förster, J. (2001). The effects of promotion and prevention cues on creativity. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 81(6), 1001-1013. Goleman, D., Boyatzis, R., & McKee, A. (2002). Primal Leadership: Realizing the Power of Emotional Intelligence. Harvard Business Review Press. Hattie, J., & Timperley, H. (2007). The Power of Feedback. Review of Educational Research, 77(1), 81-112. Rock, D. (2009). Your Brain at Work: Strategies for Overcoming Distraction, Regaining Focus, and Working Smarter All Day Long. Harper Business. Smith, M. L., & Hawkins, K. (2004). The Center for Creative Leadership Handbook of Leadership Development. Jossey-Bass.

    12 min
  7. She Leads, She Nurtures: Unveiling the Superpowers of Women Leaders with Anita Anthonj

    MAY 14

    She Leads, She Nurtures: Unveiling the Superpowers of Women Leaders with Anita Anthonj

    The conversation explores the challenges of balancing parenthood and leadership, strategies for maintaining balance, the future of the workplace, supporting women in leadership, the role of mentorship, and lessons from entrepreneurship and parenthood. Takeaways Balancing parenthood and leadership requires strategies such as time blocking and creating a physical environment that aligns with goals. Flexible work hours and supportive company cultures are important for parents to thrive in the workplace. Companies should encourage mentorship and provide opportunities for women to pursue leadership roles. Expressing gratitude and reaching out to mentors can have a positive impact on both personal and professional growth. Entrepreneurship is challenging, but perseverance and a long-term perspective are key. Being present and showing up for children is crucial, and quality time is more important than quantity. Chapters 00:00 Balancing Parenthood and Leadership 02:06 Strategies for Maintaining Balance 04:08 The Future of the Workplace 08:13 Supporting Women in Leadership 12:45 The Role of Mentorship Bio Anita is the CEO of Talaera, an on demand platform for professional English and culture training that she co-founded 7 years ago. Under her leadership the company has grown to reach professionals in over 50 countries working with some of the world's most well known and forward thinking companies. Prior to that, she spent over ten years working on numerous international TV, film, commercial and stage projects. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, BBC, Huffington Post, and CBS amongst others. Anita's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitaanthonj/ Talaera: https://www.talaera.com/

    38 min
  8. How to Use EFT Tapping to Transform Workplace Stress

    APR 30

    How to Use EFT Tapping to Transform Workplace Stress

    EFT tapping is a straightforward and effective strategy to combat stress and enhance resilience and wellbeing in the workplace. Leaders have a responsibility to manage their own stress and model healthy emotional regulation for their teams. Incorporating EFT into daily work involves identifying the issue to focus on, rating the intensity of the feeling, and applying EFT tapping. Practicing EFT for one week can lead to reduced stress levels and a more resilient, focused, and innovative self. Guided EFT sessions are available on YouTube for specific challenges. Takeaways ✨ EFT tapping is a powerful tool for stress management and emotional regulation in the workplace. ✨ Leaders should model positive behaviors and support their teams in managing stress. ✨ Incorporating EFT into daily work involves identifying the issue, rating the intensity, and applying EFT tapping. ✨ Practicing EFT for one week can lead to reduced stress levels and a more resilient, focused, and innovative self. ✨ Guided EFT sessions on YouTube can be helpful for specific challenges. Guided Sessions https://www.youtube.com/@UCiHZMZejDS4RIxDdBwoie9A https://www.youtube.com/@UCF5ihzEexpCOluB2AA9oh2Q https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMa6Dv4OUrc Watch the episode YouTube Channel

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Thanks for tuning in to the Paradigm Shifts podcast with your host, Kayshia Kruger. I’m an organization development practitioner and executive coach working with leaders to create positive changes in the workplace using behavioral science. My personal mission? Share science-based tools and leadership insights from the field that you can use in your workplace and beyond. Considering we spend about ¾ of our lifetime at work, there is incredible science in organizational psychology that can be used to rethink the way we work, lead, and ultimately live. Join me, as I talk with thought leaders and business leaders in practice, unpacking light bulb moments for paradigm shifts.

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  • Creator
    Kayshia Kruger
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2022 Paradigm Shifts Podcast
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