S2E05 – Becoming Coachable with Jacquelyn Lane & Scott Osman

In this episode of The Mindful Leadership Podcast, Scott Osman and Jacquelyn Lane, authors of ‘Becoming Coachable’, share inspiring stories and valuable advice to become a better leader. They discuss workplace situations, their leadership journey, building a community, coachability framework, human flourishing, and even reveal their favorite coach! Scott, CEO of 100 Coaches Agency, and Jacquelyn, President, are visionaries in executive coaching. Listen for Scott’s profound story about overcoming challenges.

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If feedback is a gift, why does everyone hate it so much?

Feedback is often seen as a source of anxiety and discomfort, but it doesn’t have to be that way. By shifting our approach to feedback, we can create positive, constructive outcomes. The key lies in focusing on the future, providing real-time feedback, and embracing a coaching mentality. This approach inspires individuals, empowers leaders, and strengthens organizations. Join the movement towards meaningful, future-oriented feedback that motivates and uplifts.

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S2E04 – How the Future Works with Brian Elliott, Author & Co-Founder, Future Forum

Brian Elliott, Co-Founder of Future Forum, shares his leadership journey and insights on the future of work. He discusses his career path from consultant to CEO and co-founder, and offers valuable advice to leaders. With a focus on separating fact from clickbait, he aims to create a better future of work. Listen in for an informative discussion.

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S2E03 – Future of Work Reality Check: Fact vs. Clickbait with Brian Elliott, Author & Co-Founder, Future Forum

Brian Elliott, Co-Founder of Future Forum, brings humor and expertise to a “Fact vs. Clickbait” take on the Future of Work. With insights and data, he debunks myths like “remote work kills productivity,” and “water coolers are the fountain of innovation”. His work, rooted in research, aims to create a better future of work. Don’t miss this fun and enlightening episode!

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Everything has changed, and yet nothing has changed

Class of ’23, prepare for wisdom from you 25 years ago! Armed with degrees, chai and Maggi-fueled memories, we stepped into the corporate world, clueless yet hopeful. Today, we’re IAS officers, teachers, entrepreneurs, couch potatoes, die-hard corporates, and weird podcast hosts. Each path unique, each fulfilling. Success isn’t one-size-fits-all, it’s about building a closet full of experiences tailored to you. So, explore, experiment, discover and remember there is no such thing like an ‘ideal career’. Cheers to your journey!

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The Power of Obvious Questions

We highlight the power of asking “obvious” questions in the workplace and highlights how it can lead to valuable insights. Shahana explains that too many workplaces accept the status quo instead of questioning why things function the way they do. Through a scenario about overwhelming meetings, she illustrates the need to continually question existing paradigms for better organizational design and functionality. Asking sharper questions can inspire crucial changes, enhance work culture and overall productivity.

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Horrific Corporate Jargons

A CEO loves using the phrase ‘sacred cows’ to motivate his team, unknowingly he is being quite offensive. This is just one of many corporate jargons, used all so often, that can unintentionally offend so many people – from religious groups, to vegans, pacifists, animal lovers, the differently abled and even younger generations who just can’t relate. It is yet another reminder of how important mindful leadership is.

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Listening Labs – How to truly listen to the heartbeat of your organization

The Listening Labs, a methodology that combines Appreciative Inquiry, Storytelling, Active Listening, and Root Cause Diagnosis, offers a deeper understanding of the employee experience through shared stories. Contrary to traditional survey methods, these labs reveal the intricacies of the human experience at work, highlighting the challenges, joys, and choices employees navigate daily. Illustrative narratives shared in the labs emphasize issues such as the impact of grief in the workplace, the struggle to balance personal life and work commitments, and the failure of one-size-fits-all career paths. By bringing the voices and experiences of employees into focus, Listening Labs pave the way for more meaningful, human-centered changes in the workplace.

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S2E02 – Striving for better with Sarena Lin, Former Chief Transformation and Talent Officer, Bayer

In the latest episode of the Mindful Leadership Podcast, we talk to Sarena Lin, a fantastic globetrotting exec and former Chief Transformation and Talent Officer at Bayer. From Taiwan to America at 13 with zero English, to carving out an impressive career spanning Ivy Leagues, renowned companies, and continents, she’s truly resilient. Sarena shared experiences and insights from her impressive journey.

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What we get completely wrong about Culture…and what to do about it

Frustrated CEO John learns the hard way that culture, not just strategy, is vital for business success. His company’s underperformance was due to a culture that promoted siloed goals and politics, and an organizational design that created barriers. The post emphasizes that understanding and shaping the company’s culture by aligning it with strategy and encouraging desired behaviors is key to overcoming such hurdles and executing strategy successfully. It suggests listening, building trust, creating a collective identity, and sustaining momentum are critical steps for building a strong culture.

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