Are you like most of us who find it hard to put ourselves out there? You are in good company! In this episode Andrea explores the difference between what we can and can't measure in ourselves and others, and shares a key lesson from the beautiful Netflix documentary "American Symphony" about Jon Batiste.   Sign up for podcast, book and resource updates here: https://andreajoywenburg.lpages.co/voi-subscriber/     Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/307 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

How did The Weather Channel and CNN start and grow their mobile platforms? Louis K. Gump is here to talk about his experience as an "intrapreneur" and talk about advice from his book, The Inside Innovator: A Practical Guide to Intrapreneurship.   Louis K. Gumpis a business builder, transformational leader, and pragmatic optimist. He is author of the new book, The Inside Innovator: A Practical Guide to Intrapreneurship. Gump is president of Cambian Solutions, which focuses on excellence in innovation, business growth, and team performance. Earlier in his career, he presided over award-winning mobile businesses at The Weather Channel and CNN. More recently, he has served as CEO of two digital media firms and led Cox Media, the advertising division of Cox Communications, the third largest cable provider in the US. Gump has also held leadership roles in a wide range of industry and community organizations.   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/306 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

What's the difference between being directive as a leader and being a leader that focuses on getting consensus?  Are these two competing goals in your mind?  Is it possible to bring the two together? In this episode Andrea discusses how you can identify and solve problems by shifting between providing direction and getting other perspectives.    Do you want an executive coach to help you navigate this balance? Email Andrea for information on how to work with a Voice of Influence coach.    andrea@voiceofinfluence.net   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/305 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

With 25+ years of experience in the leadership, sales, and financial services sphere, Finka Jerkovic realized that PEOPLE are the secret sauce to business growth. Now being the founder of Finka Inc., she pours into corporate companies and their teams through programs that support leadership development, team building, and skills advancement. She’s worked with esteemed brands like Lowes, Toyota, Nestle Purina, Merck, and Edward Jones. Her signature program, Your Brilliant Difference™, has helped leaders and teams: - Increase communication impact by 70%. - Get 3.3x clearer on making meaningful business decisions. - Increase leadership confidence by 44%. - Get 3.6x more confident at selling their value and offers. While Finka also offers 1-1 business coaching through her Sell From Love® Coaching program, she’s also a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach, Fascinate Certified Advisor, and is certified in Hardiness Resilience Gauge and EQ-I 2.0 and EQ 360 assessments. She holds a certificate in Mastering Sales program at Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management. Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/304 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

New York Times bestselling author and ghostwriter Michael Levin is the most prolific ghostwriter in the industry, having written, edited, published, or consulted on more than 1,000 books. Levin’s own books have been published by Simon and Schuster, Random House, Penguin, and a variety of other top publishers. He has written for the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, HuffPost, LA Times, Boston Globe, and many other top outlets. His ghostwriting clients include Boeing and Ford CEO Alan Mulally, baseball Hall of Famer Dave Winfield, motivational speaker Zig Ziglar (he edited Zig’s last book), NFL legend Pat Summerall, and countless other leaders in business, sports, broadcasting, real estate, finance, insurance, and many other fields.   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/303 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

Do you want to be a thoughtful, effective communicator? In his latest book, Carlos A Alvarenga illuminates insights from research and classical writings to outline The Rules of Persuasion. On today's episode Carlos and Andrea discuss the chemistry between communicators and their audience that leads to people taking action on a message. They also explore differences between coercion and persuasion, and sentimentality and authentic emotion.   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/302 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

Are your company policies and cultural norms creating unnecessary roadblocks for people? Neurodiversity is a term that recognizes the differences in all people, and is often used to refer to different thinking and behavior patterns in the context of the autistic spectrum. In this interview Andrea taps the experience and expertise of an autism specialist to help us all learn what we can do to be more accommodating to the diverse needs of people at work, giving them a chance to bring their best to work. Stephanie C. Holmes is formerly a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of NC. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Campbell University, her Master’s in counseling from Liberty University and her doctorate in education from Abilene Christian University. She is an ordained minister, author, autism researcher, speaker, and certified autism specialist. When Sydney was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, her world and focus changed from a thriving marriage and family therapy practice to a world of Individualized Education Programs, 504 educational plans, and understanding how to help students and individuals with challenges and needs in the classroom and the church setting. Today, she pulls from personal as well as professional experience to focus on neurodiverse marriages and family systems. She is the owner and founder of Autism Spectrum Resources for Marriage & Family, LLC, and she and Dan co-founded The International Association of NeuroDiverse Christian Marriage, LLC and the podcast NeuroDiverse Christian Couples.   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/301 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

There's an underutilized leadership skill that we're highlighting today in our 300th (woot, woot!) episode of the Voice of Influence podcast, and that's the skill of acknowledging significance of what people contribute and achieve. We're not talking about giving pats on the back or gold stars. Instead, we're talking about finding meaning and sharing authentic acknowledgement of why something matters.    Andrea shares about a key leadership lesson she learned from Alice Atemo of Overcoming Faith Schools for orphaned children in western Kenya. On a recent trip to the schools, she noticed the importance of ceremony to helping children see the significance of themselves, their education, and their opportunities. If you want to learn more about the schools and how to support their worthy mission, go to the US based 501c3 website: www.tucklets.org. Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/300 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

Expermination is a core element of building a Collaborative Learning Culture. Have you ever put out an idea or initiated in some way as a leader and people just bought in and went with it? They went with your initiation and they're like, "Yeah, let's try this!?" On today's episode Andrea talks about the value of goodwill and how to build that in your team so as a team, you're more willing to buy-in to little experiments and see how things go.    Mentioned in this episode: Amy Pohler's Masterclass   www.voiceofinfluence.net/manager   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/299 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

When you're the leader of a fast growing company, the growth of the team is exciting and daunting at the same time. While it's vital to get everyone on board with your brand promise, it's not a simple process. It comes down to the dynamics of influence - are people growing in personal agency and alignment to the structure of the company?     In this live coaching session, Andrea works with Margie Remmers-Davis to help her grow a collaborative learning culture in her team so they can continuously improve on delivering their brand promise to their customers.    Looking for a well-equipped and experienced bookkeeper? Check out Margie's company! https://booksmatch.us/   Schedule a coaching call or strategic intensive with Andrea by contacting her directly andrea@voiceofinfluence.net.   Sign up for our Manager Sprint leadership program at www.voiceofinfluence.net/manager     Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/298 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

Dr. Barb Daubenspeck heads up Bellevue University's master of science in clinical mental health counseling. Nearly 250 Nebraska students are enrolled and more than 450 Nebraskans have graduated from the CACREP-accredited program. The Nebraska Counseling Association just honored the Bellevue University professor who heads the university's fast-growing clinical counseling program as its "Counselor of the Year."   In this interview, Dr. Daubenspeck shares insights about how Gen Z approaches boundaries and mental health at work. She and Andrea discuss strategies for mentoring and helping young professionals build resilience and succeed at work.    Bellevue University master of science in clinical mental health counseling counseling.org https://www.apa.org   Learn more about how Voice of Influence helps managers develop leadership skills for 2024 here: www.voiceofinfluence.net/manager Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/297 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

LTC (R) Marci Toler is a retired Officer for the United States Army and holds the Human Resource Manager functional area (43B), specializing in organizational team development, operations, and strategic planning. Awarded the Bronze Star, Toler has served as a senior staff member for several Combatant Commands, a trainer, advisor, and mentor to tactical, operational, and strategic (combined, joined and allied coalition) staff officers and civilians for planning and operations. In this episode, Marci shares how leaders can create their personal leadership style, question assumptions, reflect honestly, and make courageous changes in support of their teams and their mission. Ms. Toler is a Voice of Influence® certified coach and master facilitator. She is the Lead Instructor and coach for the Voice of Influence 5-year contracts with the US Army Corps of Engineers leadership development and supervisor leadership development programs in the Omaha and St. Louis Districts.   Learn more about our programs at  www.voiceofinfluence.net/manager     Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/296 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

Do you have ideas that would make your company better? Leaders want the input and perspective of others, but sometimes those ideas fall flat, discouraging leaders from asking  and keeping others from sharing. Newer team members with ideas need to know how to share their ideas and energy without triggering defensiveness and resentment in those who invested in the company before.    Listen in as Andrea describes why Voice of Influence is focused on helping companies develop Collaborative Learning Cultures in 2024. Learn more about our offerings and our manager training program:   www.voiceofinfluence.net/manager   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/295 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

How do people change? Our guest today has studied the topic extensively and created the Fisher Curve to help explain the emotional journey people go through when experiencing change. John Fisher, CPsycol., AFBPsS, MSc. is a constructivist psychologist and coach. John has spent the last 25 years working in change management, personal development and coaching. He has a unique blend of experiences across a a range of sectors and companies from SME to Multinational helping people develop their skills, organisations improve their performance and build effective cohesive teams. John used his experiences counselling people to develop his personal transition through change curve that has inspired thousands of people worldwide and helped them not only make change effective but also personal too. He firmly believes “ organisations don’t change – people do!” Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/294 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

Donna Serdula is the founder and president of Vision Board Media, a professional branding company that helps individuals and companies tell their unique stories on LinkedIn and beyond. Bringing dynamic brand storytelling to the masses and empowering people to dream big – that's the ink in her pen.   It's her Website LinkedIn-Makeover.com where she and her team of over 20 writers and coaches help people collide with opportunity and transform their lives via future-forward career branding. She has authored two editions of LinkedIn Profile Optimization FOR DUMMIES. Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/293 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

The sentiment can't be ignored: 9 out of 10 leaders and managers I talk to are concerned about how they will integrate Gen Z into the workforce. And since Gen Z is replacing the retiring baby boomers and is about to overtake them in numbers (according to Glassdoor), the transfer of knowledge and culture weighs heavily on the minds of leaders.   In this episode, Andrea dissuades us from giving up on this generation and discusses the importance of mentoring Gen Z workers at the manager level. Voice of Influence is kicking off our registration for our 8-week online LIVE manager training program. Learn more:     Visit our online Manager Program page here.   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/292 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

Jim Vaselopulos is a C-level business advisor and executive coach with a proven record as a leader, strategist, rainmaker, and expert in new business development. With his principled leadership, visionary approach, and effective execution, Jim has successfully established new companies and transformed underperforming organizations. As the founder of Rafti Advisors, Jim assists early-stage businesses in launching successfully, growth-stage enterprises in accelerating their progress, and established organizations in navigating complex challenges and strategic shifts. He teaches sales and professional development and frequently speaks on the subjects of leadership and innovation. Jim is also the co-host of the popular The Leadership Podcastand volunteers regularly with business incubators and veterans groups. He graduated from the University of Illinois with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and earned his MBA at Marquette University. Jim is a dedicated husband and father of two wonderful children with his wife, Dana. Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/291 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

In this episode we hear why product and hiring experimentation are keys to successful startups, and why taking culture seriously helps people build influence in companies.    With over 20 years of experience in product management, design, and strategy, Paul Shustak is a multi-exit founder who loves building 1.0 products that push the boundaries of innovation. He is currently the co-founder of AsqMe, the leading Q&A platform helping creators aggregate, answer and monetize audience questions from across all their social channels. He is also the founder of UnLock, a consultancy that advises clients on how to achieve and maintain product-market fit. As a product and startup expert, Paul has led and advised multiple teams and organizations in finding and maintaining product-market fit, applying agile, lean, and scrum methodologies, and developing user-centric and data-driven solutions. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge and insights through publications, workshops, mentoring, and speaking engagements.   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/289 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

Steve Shenbaum is the founder of Game On Nation, a nationally recognized communication firm that employs game dynamics and improvisation to teach high-performance teamwork as well as communication, story-telling, public-speaking and presentation skills. Game On Nation provides authentic and down-to-earth courses, keynotes, and custom training programs that are widely accessible and extremely successful. For over 27 years, Steve and his company have helped people at the highest level of every sphere in the country, including leaders at Fortune 100 companies, college and professional sports teams, all branches of the military, NASA, and the U.S. House of Representatives. Steve gained notoriety for his early acting career, with featured roles in popular comedy films and shows such as Space Jam, Will & Grace, and American Pie 2. He understands the immense power of positive humor, and his professional success allows access to high-level audiences and clients.Notable clients Steve has worked with include Yao Ming, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Carmelo Anthony, Sydney Crosby, Abby Wambach, and the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team, to name a few. https://www.gameonnation.com Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/289 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

Political and ideological tensions are running high across the globe. Is this impacting the way your team interacts? Are you noticing higher levels of anxiety and relational conflict? In this episode Andrea discusses the importance of personal reflection and reconciliation for leaders.     Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/288 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact