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In this episode of "Leadership Without Losing Your Soul," you're diving into the art of setting healthy boundaries and saying no at work. Imagine you're in a sticky situation: a colleague wants you on a new project, but you’re swamped. Or maybe your boss is pushing you towards something that doesn’t align with your values. How do you push back without burning bridges? This podcast episode explores the importance of maintaining connection, being clear and curious, and staying committed to your boundaries. Host, David Dye, will share some practical phrases and strategies you can use, whether you're turning down an invitation or standing up for your principles. And if you’re hungry for more, you can check out, "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict," packed with over 300 phrases to handle these tough situations.
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In this episode of "Leadership Without Losing Your Soul Podcast," David introduces you to 12 effective phrases to help you improve your communication skills and effectively navigate workplace conflict. He organizes these phrases into four critical areas: connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment. You'll learn to express care and investment through phrases like, "I care about you, this team, this project." He also encourages you to seek understanding with questions such as, "What would a successful outcome do for you?" and "I'm curious how this looks from your perspective." To keep the dialogue productive, he suggests planning follow-ups with, "Let's schedule time to talk about this again and see how our solution is working." These phrases are tools for deescalating tension, fostering trust, and improving decision-making. They're also featured in David’s new book, "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict," which offers over 300 phrases to address various workplace challenges.
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In this episode, David Dye discusses transforming workplace conflict to collaboration. He introduces four dimensions that can help alleviate and deescalate conflicts. The four dimensions are: connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment. David emphasizes the importance of having a conversation with oneself before engaging in conflict resolution and provides phrases and strategies for each dimension. David shares, "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict," which offers over 300 phrases to deescalate conflicts and build trust. This episode will cover specific scenarios and provide practical tools for dealing with workplace conflict.
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In this episode, you'll hear David catching up with Dan Michelson, the author of "Holy Shift: Moving Your Company Forward to the Future of Work." They tackle how critical trust is among leaders and the pivotal mindset shift needed to adeptly maneuver through the evolving work environment. Dan highlights the key elements like fostering community, opening doors for growth, cementing solid connections, and enriching employee experiences. He advocates for a transition from traditional management to a coaching approach, emphasizing personal growth and a culture of belonging. Dan shares actionable advice for leaders aiming to nurture community and connection in their teams.
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In this episode, you'll join David Dye as he hosts Ed Hess, author of "Own Your Work Journey," in a deep dive into discovering the power of meaningful work in the era of Ai. Ed explores the crucial role of critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and trade jobs in the era of smart technology. Throughout the conversation, David and Ed stress the importance of individuals taking ownership of their thinking, listening, and collaboration skills to thrive amidst technological advancements.
Ed emphasizes the value of humility and encourages listeners to actively seek out conflicting information to challenge their beliefs. He recommends finding an accountability partner and engaging in deliberate practice to continuously improve and adapt to the changing landscape.
As the episode wraps up, Ed inspires listeners to embrace smart principles and take control of their ego, emotions, and behaviors to truly stand out in the workplace. So, if you're looking to navigate the modern professional world while maintaining your integrity, tune in to this insightful discussion.
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In this episode, Tania Luna discusses the principles of power with and how to build better teams. She emphasizes the importance of following a purpose rather than a person, relying on context instead of control, being a cultivator rather than a collector, and building a community rather than a crowd. Luna suggests implementing these principles by providing clear context and purpose for roles, allowing individuals to self-evaluate their progress, and creating opportunities for feedback and collaboration. She also advises starting small and gradually expanding these practices throughout the organization.
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