In this episode, Melody Wilding, author of Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from People in Charge, joins the show to discuss the often-overlooked skill of managing up. Melody shares insights on how to communicate more effectively with those in higher positions, ensuring that you get the support and guidance you need for your career while maintaining a p ... Show More
Aug 21
Alan Gannett on Unlocking Everyday Creativity for Greater Productivity (Shortcast)
In this Shortcast edition, Alan Gannett, author of The Creative Curve, demystifies the myth that creativity is an inborn talent. Instead, he lays out how great ideas emerge at the intersection of familiarity and novelty—and how anyone can train themselves to consistently produce ... Show More
9m 16s
Aug 18
Michael Long on Taming Dopamine: Regain Focus and Productivity
Michael Long is a bestselling author and speechwriter who co-wrote Taming the Molecule of More, the follow-up to the hit book The Molecule of More. In this conversation, we dive into how dopamine—the brain’s “molecule of more”—drives distraction, craving, creativity, and producti ... Show More
40m 46s
Aug 13
Ingrid Jansen on Decluttering with Purpose: Reset Your Home & Mind
Professional organizer Ingrid Jansen, co-author of Reset Your Home, explains why clutter is more about emotions than “stuff,” why decluttering is a process (not a project), and how to start small—think kitchens, cupboards, and daily resets—to build your “decluttering muscle” over ... Show More
42m 17s
Apr 2025
The Conversations You Should Be Having with Your Manager
As you advance in your career, you develop the skills to lead teams and manage direct reports. But no matter your role or seniority, you’ll always need to manage those above you and to develop the right relationships to progress. The secret to managing up, says Melody Wilding, is ... Show More
27m 12s
Mar 2025
723: Create Visibility for Your Work, with Melody Wilding
Melody Wilding: Managing Up
Melody Wilding is an executive and leadership coach for smart, sensitive high-achievers who are tired of getting in their own way. She teaches human behavior at Hunter College and is a regular contributor to Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Busines ... Show More
39m 32s
Oct 2024
Effective Leadership and Conflict Management
Welcome to another enlightening episode of Accelerate Your Business Growth! Today, Diane Helbig is joined by Julie Holunga, a leadership advisor dedicated to amplifying influence and impact within professional teams. Julie's expertise spans the law, accounting, and investment sec ... Show More
27m 39s
Feb 2024
The Most Effective Communication Skills For Managers with Glenn Pasch
In the dynamic world of management, effective communication is not just a skill, but a cornerstone of successful leadership. Whether you're leading a small team or an entire organization, your ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and empathetically can make all the d ... Show More
20m 30s
Sep 2022
Tip #3 for Effectively Managing Your Team
[[:encoded, "Today we are talking about tip #3 for effectively managing your team, which is to Provide Honest Feedback.\n\nProviding feedback, especially negative feedback, is not an easy task for any manager or business owner. But it’s much more beneficial to both you and your t ... Show More
1m 33s
Aug 2022
6 Tips for Effectively Managing Your Team
[[:encoded, "Managing a team is not an easy feat. People aren’t plug and play templates—there’s no formula for the best way to do it. The best managers lead with empathy and kindness, communicate clearly, and empower their team members.\n\nAs a team leader, it’s your job to inspi ... Show More
55s
Aug 2024
How to Be a Great Manager
Do managers really matter? Spoiler alert: Yes, they do! In this episode of Leadership Launchpad, we delve into the powerful findings from Google’s extensive Project Oxygen study, which demonstrates just how crucial effective managers are. I’m Matt Gjertsen, a former Air Force ins ... Show More
10m 54s