
There's no such thing as too much talent. But once we have identified top talent in our organizations, how should we manage those individuals?In this episode, we discuss:The 5 ways we should manage top talent peopleWhat to communicate to top talentThe importance of mentorsThe difference between development for top talent and development for othersThe critical role of the managerClick HERE to join the conversation in the INSUBORDINATE. Facebook group!Get a FREE Leadership ebook HEREDownload your FREE guide "How To Engage Your Team" HEREUntil next time, stay with the program!
Nov 21, 2023
16 min

In this episode, Stosh responds to an article by The Center for Creative Leadership that says organizations should be wary of having "too much talent.""Too much talent" is a myth. But what about culture and fit? How do those intersect with talent and performance?What role do great managers and coaches play in the process?Click HERE to join the conversation in the INSUBORDINATE. Facebook group!Get a FREE Leadership ebook HEREDownload your FREE guide "How To Engage Your Team" HEREUntil next time, stay with the program!
Nov 14, 2023
19 min

In this episode, we highlight upcoming topics, talk about actually taking vacations, give a quick reminder about existing resources you can use to become a better manager or leader, and introduce an exciting new resource coming soon!Click HERE to join the conversation in the INSUBORDINATE. Facebook group!Get a FREE Leadership ebook HEREDownload your FREE guide "How To Engage Your Team" HEREUntil next time, stay with the program!
Oct 17, 2023
8 min

In this episode, we discuss 5 critical areas every organization, manager and leader needs to address in order to create environments where people give their best and want to stay.Click HERE to join the conversation in the INSUBORDINATE. Facebook group!Get a FREE Leadership ebook HEREDownload your FREE guide "How To Engage Your Team" HEREUntil next time, stay with the program!
Oct 10, 2023
21 min

Every leader and manager needs to delegate. But despite good intentions, most don't delegate well. How can we improve our delegation so our intentions match our outcomes?In this episode, we discuss:The 5 questions everyone should be asking before we delegate anythingWhat is strategic about delegationWhat is developmental about delegationThe role of talent in delegationWhere most managers and leaders make delegation mistakesThe kinds of conversations we should be having when we delegateClick HERE to join the conversation in the INSUBORDINATE. Facebook group!Get a FREE Leadership ebook HEREDownload your FREE guide "How To Engage Your Team" HEREUntil next time, stay with the program!
Oct 3, 2023
26 min

I am on LinkedIn frequently. It is a great place to learn, share information, network, etc. However, it also can be a source of well intended, but misguided advice.One such example that appears often is "The Eisenhower Matrix"--a simple model designed to help users prioritize activities and time. It has it's value, but also its problems, both of which we discuss in this episode.In this episode, we discuss:Why it is important to examine any model with a critical eyeDifferentiating between "urgent" and "important"Where managers and leaders should actually spend most of their timeThe implications of this model for delegationThe 2 most important things to consider when delegatingHow purpose, values, vision and culture shape our understanding of models and how we implement themClick HERE to join the conversation in the INSUBORDINATE. Facebook group!Get a FREE Leadership ebook HEREDownload your FREE guide "How To Engage Your Team" HEREUntil next time, stay with the program!
Sep 26, 2023
31 min

We all have a tremendous power to influence others. Sometimes that power is very simple, and often overlooked.In this episode, we discuss:What it means to "be the tide"How we can be intentional about our approach to othersWhere we have privilege and how we can wield that on behalf of othersWhere we have been hurt, and need encouragement or presence from othersClick HERE to join the conversation in the INSUBORDINATE. Facebook group!Get a FREE Leadership ebook HEREDownload your FREE guide "How To Engage Your Team" HEREUntil next time, stay with the program!Intro/Outro music: "This Epic Rock Trailer" by AlexGrohl-purchased and used with permission
Sep 12, 2023
18 min

Part 2 of 2. The Women's World Cup highlighted much more than great soccer. The victorious Spain team had significant issues off the field, and other nations like Nigeria and Jamaica raised issues about the level of support and pay from their respective national organizations. Sadly, Jenni Hermoso was cast into the spotlight after the final because of the behavior of her nation's football president. These problems highlight the ongoing issue of gender equity.In this episode, we discuss:How leaders should apologize when they are wrongThe difference between community and friendship, and the importance of bothWhat we can learn from the support Jenni Hermoso has receivedThings bad leaders and organizations do to absolve themselves of responsibility or self-examinationWhat exemplary leadership looks like in bad situationsClick HERE to join the conversation in the INSUBORDINATE. Facebook group!Get a FREE Leadership ebook HEREDownload your FREE guide "How To Engage Your Team" HEREUntil next time, stay with the program!Intro/Outro music: "This Epic Rock Trailer" by AlexGrohl-purchased and used with permission
Aug 29, 2023
28 min

The Women's World Cup highlighted much more than great soccer. The victorious Spain team had significant issues off the field, and other nations like Nigeria and Jamaica raised issues about the level of support and pay from their respective national organizations. Sadly, Jenni Hermoso was cast into the spotlight after the final because of the behavior of her nation's football president. These problems highlight the ongoing issue of gender equity.In this episode, we discuss:Why the president of the Spanish FA has been inappropriate and unprofessionalWhy women shouldn't have to share the spotlightWho should be paid the most, and whyWhat our response should be when minority groups say something isn't rightStatistics about pay, and why disparate pay still existsClick HERE to join the conversation in the INSUBORDINATE. Facebook group!Get a FREE Leadership ebook HEREDownload your FREE guide "How To Engage Your Team" HEREUntil next time, stay with the program!Intro/Outro music: "This Epic Rock Trailer" by AlexGrohl-purchased and used with permission
Aug 21, 2023
36 min

Asking great questions is an essential skill both inside and outside the workplace. In this episode, we discuss:The value of cultivating great questionsThe best things to do when you are asking a series of questions7 Questions everyone should be askingHow great questions are useful inside and outside of workWhat playing tennis has to do with managementHow frequently you should meet with people 1:1Your thoughts on expanding the topic pool for this podcastClick HERE to join the conversation in the INSUBORDINATE. Facebook group!Get a FREE Leadership ebook HERESubscribe now and don't miss an episode!Until next time, stay with the program!Intro/Outro music: "This Epic Rock Trailer" by AlexGrohl-purchased and used with permission
Aug 15, 2023
41 min
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