Whether we know it or not, change triggers fear. It’s just human. That’s why we resist change. And that’s why systems tend to resist change. If an organization is to remain healthy, it has to understand the fundamentals of creating lasting change. Its ability to adapt and adjust is vital for its success. Ethan and Mike take on the topics of change, how to manage it, how to work through resistance, avoiding “flavor of the year,” sponsorship, and more. Go forth and create change.
Aug 25, 2020
51 min
“All systems resist change. And it’s often unconscious.”
In this episode, Mike and Ethan bring on a special guest: Mr. Andy Thompson. Andy, an organizational development consultant, family therapist and all-around cool dude, joins the crew to discuss a fundamental pillar to understanding how to create change in organizations: Systems thinking.
Aug 5, 2020
50 min
Does it take your team 23 minutes to make a trivial decision that would take 15 minutes to actually do? Maybe not. But we all can get better at making decisions as a workgroup and as leaders. In this episode, Mike and Ethan discuss the six different decision making styles. Make a good decision and give this one a listen.
Jul 15, 2020
1 hr 7 min
“We can’t afford to not be in the pre-frontal cortex. In the information age, it’s exponentially important to be in that part of our brain.” – Scott Ummel
In this wide-ranging conversation, Ethan and Mike bring on another Nash Consulting trainer and consultant, Mr. Scott Ummel. Scott, our inhouse Wizkid on the social neuroscience of leadership, discusses the concept of S.C.A.R.F. and its impact on how we lead, manage, collaborate and operate in the workplace.
May 28, 2020
1 hr 2 min
Ethan and Mike tackle the tough problem of workplace negativity and how to build a culture based on trust and respect. They discuss the problems with workplace negativity, why we triangulate, healthy strategies for handling issues with a colleague, and what to do if people are trying to draw you into their negativity. If workgroups all get on the same page with how to handle negativity, amazing things happen. Trust us. Please listen and share.
May 13, 2020
1 hr 4 min
Mike Nash sits down with Eric Ummel, an Executive Vice President for CSAA Insurance Group, as they discuss the nitty-gritties of successfully communicating with a remote workforce. The two long-time friends discuss how to work around the communication barriers inherent in distributed teams, how information distribution is related to employee morale, how to be an information curator, creating a personalized communication plan with each employee, and much more. Enjoy!
Apr 15, 2020
46 min
Your teams need you. Maybe now more than ever. How can you stay engaged with your remote employees, enough for them to feel cared about and respected? In this episode, Mike and Ethan bring on a Nash Consulting coach and trainer to discuss the topic: Anna Gibson, Clinical Psychologist.
For more information on Nash Consulting, visit their website at www.nashconsulting.com
Apr 2, 2020
1 hr
In this episode, we dive into a timely subject: running remote meetings. Remote meetings are tough, but when done right, you can still have effective (and enjoyable) meetings. If you are now like us and running all your meetings via an online platform, then tune in. (Special Bonus: Tune in to hear Ethan’s best impression of Gollum.)
Mar 25, 2020
48 min
During these times of uncertainty, it’s important that we keep things in perspective and take care of ourselves and our communities. In this special edition episode that was recorded on March 18th, 2020, Mike Nash shares 9 things he’ll be doing and thinking about during this challenging time to help manage his own wellbeing.
Mar 19, 2020
52 min
Mike and Ethan Nash discuss tools that facilitators and leaders can use to create a healthy workplace meeting culture. Then, they dissect some of the skills needed to successfully facilitate a meeting (and why it’s such a hard job) and how to address bad behaviors. If you want better meetings, tune in.
Mar 12, 2020
1 hr 4 min
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