Life Lessons Learned in Real-Time

Life Lessons Learned in Real-Time

The People R People Podcast: Life Lessons Learned in Real-Time. This podcast takes a look at people and how they move in life and the workplace. This podcast aims to inspire, motivate, and encourage you to navigate the workplace as an existing or future leader who can learn from and laugh at life's lessons. In 2022, we will focus on tips and tricks for those becoming people leaders for the first time in their careers. Folks often underestimate the demands of this role, and in this series, we will share a few secrets to help you get started.

Episodes

New Manager Series: Onboarding on the Fly!

December 6, 2022 • 18 mins
In this episode, we are unpacking the importance of establishing an onboarding program for new employees as a new manager where one does not exist. It's easy to focus on you, but you must take immediate action if you want to minimize your risk of turnover within the first 90 days of hiring an employee. #managerskills #newemployeeonboarding #peoplemanagers
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New Manager Series: Awards and Your Staff - A Necessary Evil?

June 28, 2022 • 21 mins
In this episode, we dive into the importance of awarding your staff and things to consider before going down the path of employee recognition. #leadershipskills #management #managerskills #employeerecognition
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New Manager Series: Innovation without Pressure

May 24, 2022 • 18 mins
Don't wait for a problem to innovate. Learn from a leader who has made innovation a value and is leading effectively by example. In this podcast, I am discussing ways to be innovative as a mid-level leader without the pains of pressure. Unfortunately, we often wait until there's a problem glaring us in the face as leaders. However, we can be innovative as leaders if we are purposeful in how it is we move. #managerskills #leaderskil...
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New Manager Series: Should You Monitor Metrics for Your Team?

May 17, 2022 • 14 mins
In this episode of the People Are People Podcast, we are discussing whether you should track metrics for your team. Are they really necessary? Do they matter? Let's chat. #managerskills #leaderskills #businesspodcasts #businesspodcast #leaderpodcast
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New Manager Series: Three Mistakes to Avoid Onboarding Your New Employee

May 10, 2022 • 28 mins
In this episode, we discuss three mistakes managers should avoid when onboarding new employees. The onboarding period is a critical time for managers and new employees. One misstep can irreparably harm the experience for all involved. #leadershipskills #managerskills #businesspodcasts
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New Manager Series: How to Avoid Micromanaging Your Team

April 19, 2022 • 15 mins
In this podcast episode, we examine the perils of micromanaging your employees.
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New Manager Series: Is Your Communication Style the Reason People Are Leaving?

April 12, 2022 • 17 mins
In this podcast, we discuss how communication can affect job satisfaction among your team. Are you communicating with your team in all the ways that matter?
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New Manager Series: How to Avoid the Emotional Email

April 5, 2022 • 17 mins
In this episode, we tackle ways to avoid the emotional email. I am sharing a few tips to help you take the emotion out of business and provide a real resolution without sacrificing your sanity.
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New Manager Series: The Pains of the Performance Improvement Plan

March 22, 2022 • 22 mins
In this episode, we dive into the advantages and pains of using Performance Improvement Plans to address workplace behavior and performance.
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New Manager Series: Be Kind To Yourself

March 16, 2022 • 23 mins
In this episode, I encourage managers to be kind to themselves after reviewing Inc.com's article, which points to managers as to why people leave companies. In this podcast, I am giving you a few tips to get ahead of the blame game in Corporate America for the mass exodus of a team that you manage. Here's a link to the article: https://www.inc.com/jim-schleckser/why-people-come-to-your-company-for-mission-and-leave-for-manager.html...
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New Manager Series: The Power of Delegation in the Workplace

March 8, 2022 • 17 mins
In this episode, we dive into the dos and don'ts of delegating work to employees on your team. Delegation in the workplace is a powerful tool. I have a few tips to share to help you avoid the pitfalls of improper use.
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New Manager Series: Saying You are Wrong and Asking for Help

March 1, 2022 • 27 mins
In this episode, we dive into the importance of being able to admit when you are wrong and asking for help.
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New Manager Series: What Does Your Team Do? Can You Answer this Question?

February 9, 2022 • 16 mins
This podcast series was created to help managers better understand the skills they need for success. In this episode, we dive into steps you can take to boost your comfort and confidence in being able to articulate exactly what it is your team does. Additionally, these golden nuggets will enable you to be proactive rather than reactive. Listen now!
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New Manager Series: Emails, Texts, and IMs Survival Tips

January 26, 2022 • 23 mins
In this episode, I am going to share a few basic tips for how to manage multiple sources of incoming information and communication.
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Why Are People Afraid to Quit Their Job_

January 24, 2022 • 16 mins
In this podcast, we dive deeper into the conversation around why people are afraid to quit their job. Contrary to popular belief, not everyone is comfortable joining the great resignation. Quitting your job can trigger paralyzing fear, preventing them from realizing something greater. Here, we will discuss why people are so fearful and examine a few tips that listeners might consider to assist them in taking the big leap. This podc...
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New Manager Series: Why Strengths Matter Over Weaknesses in the Workplace

January 18, 2022 • 16 mins
In this podcast, I dive into the benefits of prioritizing your employees' strengths over their weaknesses in the workplace. Believe it or not, helping your employees focus on enhancing their strengths can make your job easier as a manager and the workplace more enjoyable for your staff. If you are interested in learning more about Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath, you can purchase the book on Amazon at the following link: https://a...
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New Manager Series: Should Past Performance Reviews Matter?

January 11, 2022 • 16 mins
In this episode, we dive into how new managers can use past performance reviews to gain some insight into their employees' potential, accomplishments, and talent. We also discuss factors you must consider when determining whether or not the information you receive matters.
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Why People Do Not Take Vacations Away from Work

January 10, 2022 • 12 mins
In this episode, we dive into why people are afraid to take a vacation from work (in a non-pandemic world) and ways to navigate the fear.
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New Manager Series: Getting to Know Your Employees

January 4, 2022 • 18 mins
In this episode for new people managers, we will dive into actions you can take in the initial weeks of onboarding in your new manager role to get to know your team.
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Ep. 8 The Great Resignation Checklist: Are You Ready?

July 27, 2021 • 24 mins
So, you're joining the Great Resignation? Do you have your resignation checklist ready to go? If not, you might miss a few critical steps that will lead to headaches and heartaches if you are not careful. In this installment of our Great Resignation Series, we are diving into a few essential actions we will want to take in advance of submitting our resignation.
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