Rick Brandon and Debra Dinnocenzo discuss the role and important applications of political savvy in the workplace with a focus on the evolving hybrid/remote environment. Rick also overviews the key skills described in his book, Straight Talk, and discusses the essential aspects of communication from a distance. Hear why traditionally described ‘soft skills’ are becoming the vital skills for successful leadership in the new world of work and why leaders must step into the new methods, styles, and applications of traditional leadership skills to ensure productivity, profitability, and wellness in the workplace – all of which impacts team performance and talent retention.  About the Guest:Rick Brandon, Ph.D., is CEO of Brandon Partners, is a best-selling author and designer of flagship workshops on Organizational Savvy and the Motivational Tool Kit. With thirty years of performance improvement and interpersonal communication skills development, he has trained tens of thousands at companies worldwide, including scores of Fortune 500 companies.Several clients urged Brandon to write Survival of the Savvy (Free Press, 2004), noting that too little material existed in the marketplace on this important competency. This straight-talking and practical book quickly made the Wall Street Journal bestseller list, was called “the definitive book on political savvy” by Robert Eichinger, founder of the Lominger Career Architect, and earned endorsements by thought leaders Ken Blanchard, Marshall Goldsmith, Harvey MacKay, and many CEO’s. It was Book of the Month for the Institute for Management Studies, Fast Company magazine, and Forbes CEO.com, & was reviewed in Harvard Business Review, Library Journal, Business Book Reviews, Executive Book Summaries, and many articles. The book’s core model is regularly presented at The Conference Board, American Society of Training and Development, the Institute for Management Studies (18 cities in 2005, the most requested program) and many companies’ Leadership Forums. Brandon is also the author of the recently released book, Straight Talk (Matt Holt, 2022), which hones core Assertive Speaking and Empathic Listening skills, and then funnels readers into step-by-step formats for six vital workplace situations: Gaining Commitments, Advising and Guiding, Recognizing, Reminding, Constructively Confronting, and Challenging Ideas. Dr. Brandon also delivers High-Impact Workshops, Keynote Presentations, Executive Coaching, Corporate Training and applied behavioral sciences consulting to enhance performance and organizational results.Connect with Rick at: Rick@BrandonPartners.com or linkedin.com/in/rickbrandonLearn more about Rick and his work at: https://brandonpartners.com/About the Host:Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space. As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course.Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting, coaching, and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator,...

Heather Direnzo and Debra Dinnocenzo discuss the challenges and creative solutions of leading a fully remote team as a remote leader. Heather shares her experience as a senior leader of teams that operate several states away from her.  She offers insights regarding the importance of establishing connections, building relationships, and strongly conveying her openness and availability through various tech tools.  This ensures that Heather’s team members know how to reach out to her and, more importantly, how much she values their input so she can address their concerns in a timely and proactive manner.  As a practicing remote leader of distance teams, Heather offers important and useful guidance for remote leaders.About the Guest:Heather Direnzo has worked in financial services for the past 14 years in branch and sales management, business development, and call center operations. She currently works for Affinity Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in New Jersey, as the VP of Contact Center Operations. Heather leads a large team comprised of service, sales, and operations employees. Her focus on relationship-building, employee engagement, leveraging technology, and data-based decision making has led to positive, impactful results in both the department and company at large.Heather graduated from Purdue University with a BS in Business Administration degree and currently lives in the Chicago, IL area with her husband and 3 children. She enjoys reading, music, finding new hiking trails (when it is warm enough 😉), trying new restaurants, and spending time with her family and friends. Connect with Heather at:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-d-8a467177/ About the Host:Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space. As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course.Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting, coaching, and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author. Debra is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams. https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HEREThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates

Debra Dinnocenzo discuss the challenges and key leadership skills essential to hybrid leader success. Based on recent research she conducted, Debra shares why identification of skills and behaviors for effective leadership of hybrid teams is critical to success of organizational performance and profitability as the traditional workplace gives way to more flexible work relationships.The importance of leader organization, time management, communication, and distance relationship building in the context of the hybrid workplace merits mindful consideration by organizations and human resources professionals. These insights are essential to effectively address the selection, onboarding, development, coaching, performance management, and succession systems that must be designed to meet the unique needs of leaders in the expanding remote, hybrid, and digital workplace.About the Host:Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space. As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course.Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting, coaching, and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author. Debra is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams. https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HEREThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Wendy Lee and Debra Dinnocenzo discuss the busy pace of work for leaders, particularly those remote leaders who must juggle increasing demands for authentically connecting from a distance. Wendy discusses her transformational journey from high control executive to the state of hustling – but in a healthy way. Listen to Wendy and Debra explore the challenges and solutions for remote leaders who understand the need to connect from the heart to ensure that team members are heard, feel appreciated, and can reach out to their leaders who are open, supportive, and accessible, ensuring that team member remain engaged, motivated, and on the team.About the Guest:Wendy Lee was a total rockstar in the corporate arena. In her 30-year career, She climbed her way from a Recruiter to Senior Vice President of Human Resources. To the outside world, it appeared she had it all. But behind closed doors, her self-worth was eroding away from the abuse of her narcissistic partner. The crisis came to a breaking point, that led Wendy to a life coach. She uncovered generational trauma default patterns and dedicated herself to healing her past. The impact was so profound, she eventually ditched the partner and her corporate gig!In 2018, Wendy founded LeadHERship Revolution™ to support women on their healing path. She believes deeply that all women are worthy of leading a potent and powerful life, creating a living they love, and impacting the world in revolutionary ways! Today, Wendy teaches women how to Hustle Healthy; her signature approach to increasing influence, impact, and income without sacrificing precious time and well-being. She delivers this through the power of group coaching and transformational retreats. Wendy has discovered the magic of life-balance and enjoys her time as an international speaker, 3-time best-selling author, certified transformational life coach and retreat leader, yogi, human and animal advocate, and for real rockstar, as the lead singer of a top 40 band!Connect with Wendy at:Website: LeadHERshipRevolution.comFacebook: facebook.com/LeadHERshipRevolutionInstagram: instagram.com/leadhershiprevolutionLinkedIn: Wendy LeeYouTube: LeadHERship RevolutionWant to book a FREE coaching session or learn more about Wendy’s programs and retreats? Book here: https://leadHERshipRevolution.com/connectWant to join the FREE LeadHERship Revolution Community?Join Here: https://leadHERshipRevolution.com/welcomeAbout the Host:Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space. As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course.Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting, coaching, and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker,...

Dr. Ali Lankerani (“Dr. L”) and Debra Dinnocenzo enjoy a wide-ranging discussion about the brain/heart connection and how leaders can leverage their “zone of genius” by focusing on what they do well, caring about the people they lead, and finding ways to automate/delegate the things they do that could be automated or delegated. Building on his background as a practicing neuroscientist and his expertise in working with parents to help them become more effective, Dr. L suggests ways leaders can build strong connections and rapport with their teams to improve team member retention, satisfaction, and performance. Dr. L is also the founder of Role Model Maker which offers virtual assistance services, and he offers listeners a free resource listing the Top 10 Virtual Assistant Tasks downloadable at https://debradinnocenzo--rolemodelmaker.thrivecart.com/top-10-va-task-new/About the Guest:Dr. Ali Lankerani is a clinical neuroscientist, affectionately known by his patients as Dr. L, The Parent Whisperer.He is an internationally published best-selling author, inspirational speaker, and coach; was twice-voted as one of America’s Top Doctors; Is the host of Role Model TV, Family Circle, & creator of the Amazing Parents’ Network. Dr. L ran an award-winning private practice helping kids with autism spectrum disorders. He focuses on children's performance optimization, and currently holds online events & programs that support parents & their children; and encourages healthy development & growing relationships.Dr. L enjoys being the active father of his two Amazing Kids and proudly serves as the founder of the Legacy Builders’ Programs & CEO of the RoleModelMaker.com. He is involved with the United Nations through the Global Alliance Offices on Drugs and Crime, an NGO with ECOSOC status. His mission is to promote brain-based healthcare options to support parents and their children to foster their optimum potential and their quest for personal fulfillment. You can find him regularly speaking at a variety of venues on health, lifestyle, and personal as well as child development.www.RoleModelMaker.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-lankerani/About the Host:Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space. As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course.Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting, coaching, and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author. Debra is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams. https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/

Jack Canfield and Debra Dinnocenzo discuss the challenges facing remote leaders who must communicate at an accelerated rate, build trust within their teams, and lead for performance results. Leaders must also demonstrate caring and compassion from a distance. Debra discusses the different types of overload increasingly experienced in the digital age – information, access, and work overload – which combine to create burnout and disengagement. Jack and Debra explore the pivotal role leaders play in helping remote/hybrid teams feel connected and committed.About the Guest:Jack Canfield is an award-winning speaker and an internationally recognized leader in personal development and peak performance strategies. As the originator of the CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL® series, he's taught millions of individuals his modernized formulas for success, and now certifies trainers to teach his content and methodology all over the world. Jack is recognized as a leading expert in creating peak performance for entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, managers, sales professional, corporate employees and educators.Jack is the author and co-author of more than 150 books (including 66 bestsellers) with more than 100 million copies in print in 47 languages around the world. His bestselling book, THE SUCCESS PRINCIPLES: HOW TO GET FROM WHERE YOU ARE TO WHERE YOU WANT TO BE has been hailed as the new self-improvement classic. In 2014, SUCCESS magazine named him "One of the Most Influential Leaders in Personal Growth and Achievement." Jack holds the Guinness World Record for having the greatest number of books on the New York Times bestseller list at the same time.https://jackcanfield.com/About the Host:Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space. As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course.Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting, coaching, and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author. Debra is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams. https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HEREThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get...

Jack Canfield and Debra Dinnocenzo discuss the challenges facing remote leaders and the changes that the new workplace presents for leaders and teams. Jack asks Debra to explain how her career brought her to her work coaching remote leaders and training hybrid teams. Debra shares her passion for her work and her insights on the critical skills for leaders who must manage the essential touchpoints to keep team members engaged and motivated, while balancing the demands of supporting people, productivity, and profits. Debra reinforces the importance of remote leaders leveraging connectivity tools to make authentic connections with remote/hybrid team members.About the Guest:Jack Canfield is an award-winning speaker and an internationally recognized leader in personal development and peak performance strategies. As the originator of the CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL® series, he's taught millions of individuals his modernized formulas for success, and now certifies trainers to teach his content and methodology all over the world. Jack is recognized as a leading expert in creating peak performance for entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, managers, sales professional, corporate employees and educators.Jack is the author and co-author of more than 150 books (including 66 bestsellers) with more than 100 million copies in print in 47 languages around the world. His bestselling book, THE SUCCESS PRINCIPLES: HOW TO GET FROM WHERE YOU ARE TO WHERE YOU WANT TO BE has been hailed as the new self-improvement classic. In 2014, SUCCESS magazine named him "One of the Most Influential Leaders in Personal Growth and Achievement." Jack holds the Guinness World Record for having the greatest number of books on the New York Times bestseller list at the same time.https://jackcanfield.com/About the Host:Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space. As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course.Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting, coaching, and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author. Debra is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams. https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HEREThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a...

Laura Moody and Debra Dinnocenzo discuss how distance leaders can strengthen their hybrid teams through effective communication techniques. Scheduling regular check-in remote meetings and utilizing multiple communication methods are critical to building trust and developing a connected team. Laura shares her views on the importance of having cameras on during video meetings and the value of nurturing a learning culture for geographically dispersed organizations.Learn more about the Remote Leadership Mastery program by scheduling a call with Debra by CLICKING HERE.  About the Guest:Dr. Laura Moody is the Director of Product Management Pharma, North America at Syntegon Pharma Technology, with a focus on pharmaceutical liquid packaging for fill/finish applications and isolator technology. She has 20 years of experience in life sciences with roles in both academia and industry. Laura has worked hands-on with plasmid, vector and cell manufacturing and held the role of technical lead for the custom cell-based services group at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Laura earned her Ph.D. in cellular and molecular biology at the University of Wisconsin – Madison and is an active member of the PDA and ISPE, volunteering with ISPE’s Women in Pharma community.https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-moody-ph-d-51a01844/About the Host: Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space. As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course.Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting, coaching, and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author. Debra is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams. https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HEREThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your

Rick Swegan and Debra Dinnocenzo discuss the challenges of ensuring ethical behavior in a distributed work environment. Rick shares insights from his book, The Practice of Ethical Leadership (published February 2024; available on Amazon). Most critically, Rick suggests that leaders must not only have policies, guidelines, and compliance rules, but they must also model ethical behavior and encourage dialogue about ethical issues in their organizations.Learn more about the Remote Leadership Mastery program by scheduling a call with Debra by CLICKING HERE. About the Guest:Rick Swegan is the CEO/Principal of ARCH Performance, an HR consultancy that helps organizations bridge performance gaps in talent development and leadership with areas of expertise in assessment, training, and coaching. Rick brings a wealth of expertise to clients by leveraging his three decades of experience as both a practitioner and a consultant. He partners with leadership teams to deploy their visions through development of their culture, systems, processes, and leadership skills. His clients appreciate his insightful approach to devising actionable strategies for achieving the desired future state.Rick’s clients benefit from his broad background and expertise, including experience in academia, consulting, national sales, and assessment services. He is diligent in understanding client needs, reflecting and transforming needs to targeted solutions, and delivering programs and services that best support the interests of those he serves. Rick is the co-author of the soon-to-be released book, The Practice of Ethical Leadership, available on Amazon. For additional information, visit www.ethicalbottomline.com or https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickswegan/ or http://www.archperformance.com/About the Host: Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space. As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course.Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting, coaching, and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author. Debra is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams. https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra

Michelle Abraham and Debra Dinnocenzo discuss the insight’s Michelle has gleaned from her experience as an entrepreneur and leader of a dispersed team. Michelle shares her experience leading a global team, her strategies for successful talent acquisition/retention, and her approach to effective communication with her remote team. Debra highlights the learnings from Michelle and the applications to leaders of both small and large organizations, with emphasis on success factors for remote leaders of teams in any size organization and any type of business.Learn more about the Remote Leadership Mastery program by scheduling a call with Debra by CLICKING HERE.  About the Guest:Michelle Abraham: Podcast Pioneer | Entrepreneur | High Vibe VisionaryMichelle Abraham is a Podcast Pioneer and Entrepreneur known for her high-vibe approach to life and business. As the founder of AmplifYou, North America's top podcast management company, Michelle has launched hundreds of podcasts, earning accolades like Entrepreneur of the Year. With a passion for podcasting, she's on a mission to amplify voices, spark visions, and elevate visibility in the world of entrepreneurship. Join her on this transformative journey!https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleeabraham/https://www.amplifyounetwork.com/About the Host: Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space. As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course.Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting, coaching, and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author. Debra is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams. https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HEREThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on...

David Peckinpaugh and Debra Dinnocenzo discuss how Maritz, a distributed hybrid organization, supports its major client focus on designing and delivering engaging and inspiring on-site events as ‘in-person’ opportunities have returned following the COVID pandemic. David shares the challenges of leading a dispersed organization, his key tips for successfully leading from a distance, the importance of nurturing the right organizational culture, and why the battle for talent acquisition and retention is key to organizational prosperity. Learn more about the Remote Leadership Mastery program by scheduling a call with Debra by CLICKING HERE.  About the Guest:David Peckinpaugh is President & CEO of Maritz. A 30+ year champion of the events industry, David provides strategic oversight of Maritz while ensuring the consistent design and delivery of engaging and inspiring experiences that drive business results.Since joining in 2011, David has led the company through significant growth, placing renewed focus on clients, industry partnerships and global presence. He has also invested in reenergizing the company’s culture, introducing the company’s signature core value “Take Good Care of Each Other,” which has led to the company-wide initiative of “Unleashing Human Potential.” This aspirational movement is based on a focus on a triple bottom line where both financial, people and sustainability results are recognized and celebrated. In addition, David has also championed the company’s fight against human trafficking and to build awareness throughout the events industry of this insidious crime.His passion and advocacy on behalf of the events industry has earned David accolades and recognition from peers and organizations including MPI Rise Award’s Meetings Industry Leadership, the Joint Meetings Industry Council’s Unity Award, Incentive Travel Council’s Advocate of the Year award, one of Successful Meetings’ 25 Most Influential People, MPIs Most Influential 50 Meeting Professionals and induction into the Events Industry Councils Hall of Leaders.David is a past member of the board of directors for PCMA, past Chairman of the PCMA Education Foundation, a member of the U.S. Travel Association CEO Roundtable and original co-chairman of the Meetings Mean Business Coalition. He also serves on the board of trustees for Chautauqua Institution. In addition, David is a Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) by the Events Industry Council, Certified Incentive Specialist from SITE and is a certified Master Designer from the Maritz. https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-peckinpaugh-20a17a3/https://maritz.com/About the Host: Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space. As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course.Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting, coaching, and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful...

Debra Dinnocenzo introduces Season 2 of the Remote Leadership Podcast, highlighting the new challenges leaders face in the expanding remote/hybrid work environment and the critical skills remote leaders identify as essential to their success. Helping remote leaders excel in leading from a distance, building high-performance hybrid teams, and managing talent acquisition and retention that ensures attainment of performance goals is the focus of Season 2, offering solutions, best practices, and creative ways to strengthen the human side of the remote workplace for the growing legions of remote/hybrid leaders.Learn more about the Remote Leadership Mastery program by scheduling a call with Debra by CLICKING HERE.  About the Host:Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space. As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course.Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting, coaching, and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author. Debra is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams. https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HEREThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

David Milliken and Debra Dinnocenzo discuss learning solutions for remote leaders and teams, with an emphasis on the value of immersive, practical, and engaging learning solutions. Discussion includes how immersive learning tools help leaders meet the challenges many leaders face in delivering value, while also providing the balance and flexibility teams want – and are increasingly demanding in the expanding remote/hybrid workplace. Hear insights about the best ways for leaders and teams to work and live well in the digital age, as well as success tips for leaders who must engage both on-site and remote team members while providing empathy and equity in leading teams. About the Guest:David Milliken is a Princeton-trained economist with decades of experience in the training and assessment industry. He is a co-founder and Managing Partner of Blueline Simulations. Over the past decade, Blueline has become synonymous with learning visuals, classroom simulations, and eSimulations. Blueline’s latest innovation, the ExperienceBUILDER™ digital design and delivery platform, is transforming the corporate learning landscape.David has a passion for learning: for his own ongoing growth and for those whose lives his company touches. He has a commitment to giving his employees the flexibility to balance the demands of work with their personal and family lives, and he embraces this same commitment in his own life. David shares both his professional and personal journey that brought him to these commitments and to the success of his business. https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmilliken/About the Host:Debra A. Dinnocenzo is the president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams. Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience Debra brings to her work. As a nationally recognized expert on the virtual workplace, has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course offered by Duquesne University. Previously, Debra was a teleworking executive and has worked from her home office for more than two decades.https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HERE Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast...

Jason Morwick and Debra Dinnocenzo discuss the current ‘quiet quitting’ dynamic, how the pandemic has exacerbated employee disengagement, and techniques leaders can employ to foster greater engagement. Highlights include keys to effective communication with remote/hybrid team members, skills for building trust and rapport, the importance of empathy in conveying value and appreciation for the contributions of team members in the virtual workplace, and strategies for coaching and developing remote and hybrid team members.About the Guest:Jason Morwick is a remote work advocate, leader, and practitioner from eons ago when we called it telework. He is the co-author of Making Telework Work (2009) and Workshift (2013), as well as co-author with Debra A. Dinnocenzo of REMOTE LEADERSHIP: Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams (2021). Jason currently serves as Head of Remote-First at Cactus Communications. He has been passionate about helping organizations transition into the remote world since 2010 and is always looking for a better way to work.linkedin.com/in/jason-morwickhttps://twitter.com/JasonMorwickAbout the Host:Debra A. Dinnocenzo is the president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues. Debra is a co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams. Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership. Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience Debra brings to her work. As a nationally recognized expert on the virtual workplace, has spoken widely on related topics and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course offered by Duquesne University. Previously, Debra was a teleworking executive and has worked from her home office for more than two decades.https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HERE Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe to your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Debra Dinnocenzo discusses the keys to successful collaboration in the remote/hybrid workplace. Leaders and teams working from a distance must find new ways to build the necessary trust within the team, develop trust in the process of working from a distance, and build confidence and competence in using digital tools for virtual collaboration success. Debra offers a free resource to help leaders conduct effective coaching discussions. The “Virtual Meeting Icebreakers” is available for download at https://virtualworkswell.com/resources/free-resources/Additional resources for leaders and teams are also available at www.RemoteLeadershipBook.com About the Host: Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues.  Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author.  She is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams.  Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership.  Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space.  As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course offered by Duquesne University.  Previously, Debra was a teleworking executive and has worked from her home office for more than two decades.https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HERE. Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe to your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Kassy LaBorie is a Master Virtual Classroom Trainer and the Original Virtual Training Hero, on a mission to rid the world of boring slide reading lectures and passive live online participants! Kassy discusses the importance of purposeful engagement and challenges leaders to continually ask themselves, “What did I just say or do that you could have said or done?” Listen to Kassy’s tips for the best ways to lead engaging virtual meetings as she shares insights from her latest book, INTERACT & ENGAGE! 75+ Activities For Virtual Training, Meetings, And Webinars. About the Guest:Kassy LaBorie is the principal consultant at Kassy LaBorie Consulting, LLC. She is a speaker, instructional designer, classroom facilitator, and author who specializes in virtual learning, teams and live online technology. Kassy is passionate about helping organizations, learning teams, and training professionals successfully move to the virtual environment.In her previous role at Dale Carnegie Training, she was the director of virtual training services, a consultancy that partners with organizations to help them develop successful online training strategies. Kassy also served as the product design architect responsible for developing the company’s live online training product and experience. Prior to this, she was an independent master virtual trainer, a Microsoft software trainer, and a senior trainer at WebEx, where she helped build and deliver training at the WebEx University.Kassy is the co-author of Interact and Engage! 75+ Activities for Virtual Training, Meetings, and Webinars (ATD Press 2022) and Producing Virtual Training, Meetings, and Webinars (ATD Press 2021). A frequent speaker at industry conferences since 2006, she has presented at Training Magazine events including their yearly conference and Online Learning Conferences, Chief Learning Officer symposiums, The Virtual Learning Show, ATD’s TechKnowledge and International Conference & Exposition, as well as many local ATD Chapter events.For more information about Kassy, visit her website: www.KassyConsulting.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kassylaborie/Download related free resources including “Virtual Meeting Checklist” and “Virtual Meeting Icebreakers” available from host Debra Dinnocenzo at https://virtualworkswell.com/resources/free-resources/ About the Host:Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues.  Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author.  She is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams.  Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership.  Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space.  As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course offered by Duquesne University.  Previously, Debra was a teleworking executive and has worked from her home office for more than two decades.

Debra Dinnocenzo discusses the challenges, opportunities, and solutions for bridging distance to create a meaningful presence in the remote/hybrid workplace. Leaders and teams are continually challenged to be both present and available through digital tools that provide CONNECTIVITY but that must simulate and replicate the human CONNECTIONS that are critical to team success. Debra offers a free resource to help leaders conduct effective coaching discussions. The “Virtual Meeting Icebreakers” is available for download at https://virtualworkswell.com/resources/free-resources/About the Host: Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues.  Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author.  She is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams.  Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership.  Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space.  As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course offered by Duquesne University.  Previously, Debra was a teleworking executive and has worked from her home office for more than two decades.https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HERE. Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Debra Dinnocenzo highlights some key reminders for leaders and teams as the shift back to the workplace begins and remote/hybrid work expands. Listen for tips, techniques, and tools for effectively leading and teaming from a distance and while (sometimes) co-located with team members, some of whom are not on-site on a continual basis.  Debra offers a free resource to help leaders conduct effective coaching discussions. The “Coaching Discussion Guidelines” is available on the free mobile app – download the VirtualWorks! app from the App Store or Google Play. About the Host: Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues.  Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author.  She is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams.  Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership.  Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space.  As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course offered by Duquesne University.  Previously, Debra was a teleworking executive and has worked from her home office for more than two decades.https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HERE.Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Debra Dinnocenzo discusses tips, techniques, and tools for effective remote coaching.  As one of the back-to-basics leadership skills of critical importance for remote leaders, skillful coaching allows remote leaders to improve performance and coach for success. Debra offers a free resource to help leaders conduct effective coaching discussions. The “Coaching Discussion Guidelines” is available on the free mobile app – download the VirtualWorks! app from the App Store or Google Play.  About the Host: Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues.  Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author.  She is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams.  Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership.  Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space.  As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course offered by Duquesne University.  Previously, Debra was a teleworking executive and has worked from her home office for more than two decades.https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra HERE. Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe to your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Tim Renjilian shares his experience and insights on the challenges of sustaining and strengthening culture in the evolving remote/hybrid workplace. Tim provides solutions leaders can deploy to keep teams engaged and to convey cultural values. From both pre- and post-pandemic perspectives, Tim offers important lessons on the critical aspect of building and maintaining culture from a distance, while leveraging face-to-face opportunities to the greatest advantage.About the Guest:Tim Renjilian is Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting and has been providing consulting services to attorneys and corporate clients for over 30 years. During the past two decades, Tim has concentrated on the health care sector where he has helped clients in a wide range of matters relating to regulatory compliance and legal disputes. This work has involved the Federal False Claims Act; the Stark Law and the Anti-Kickback Statute; the Food, Drug, and Cosmetics Act, and other laws. His clients include hospital systems, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, skilled nursing facilities, home health companies, durable medical equipment suppliers, pharmaceutical companies, device manufacturers, payers, and others.Tim regularly conducts independent review and monitoring activities in connection with Corporate Integrity Agreements and other compliance-oriented regimens. These engagements frequently involve working collaboratively with government agencies to develop appropriate analytical methodologies and reporting formats. He has performed special reviews and investigations in connection with allegations of fraud or impropriety. This work often involves presenting and defending the results of our analyses to management, boards of directors, and state or Federal regulators. He has also served as an expert witness in a variety of forums.Detailed bio at: https://www.fticonsulting.com/experts/tim-renjilianLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-renjilian-23b7a56/About the Host: Debra A. Dinnocenzo is president and founder of VirtualWorks!, a consulting and training firm that specializes in virtual work issues.  Debra is a dynamic keynote speaker, innovative educator, impactful coach, seasoned executive, and successful author.  She is the co-author of the recently released book, REMOTE LEADERSHIP – Successfully Leading Work-from-Anywhere and Hybrid Teams, as well as several other books on remote and virtual teams.  Since publishing her first book on telecommuting in 1999, Debra has been a pioneer in the shift to virtual work and remote leadership.  Few practitioners in the field have the depth of knowledge and hands-on experience that distinguishes Debra in the hybrid workplace and remote leadership space.  As a nationally recognized expert in remote workplace and distance leadership, Debra has spoken widely on related topics, and developed and taught "Leadership in the Virtual Workplace," an online graduate-level course offered by Duquesne University.  Previously, Debra was a teleworking executive and has worked from her home office for more than two decades.https://www.linkedin.com/in/debradinnocenzo/https://dinnocenzospeaks.com/https://virtualworkswell.com/Schedule a call with Debra