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February 22, 2019
Published by Mickey Connolly at February 22, 2019
Conventional wisdom says that a “burning platform” is essential to organization change. We’d like to challenge that. In our experience, vibrant, innovative organizations don’t require a […]
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February 2, 2017
Published by Mickey Connolly at February 2, 2017
Innovation in the workplace is something we all want to see more of – IF we even know what we’re talking about! Today’s guest Peter Mulford, Chief Innovation […]
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January 4, 2017
Published by Mickey Connolly at January 4, 2017
Most of us have been in meetings where the topic of discussion is a particular problem that’s been going on in the organization for some time. […]
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December 8, 2016
Published by Mickey Connolly at December 8, 2016
You may not use the word “civil discourse” in daily conversation much but you engage in it all the time. It’s the act of talking […]
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November 21, 2016
Published by Mickey Connolly at November 21, 2016
In this episode, Colin and Mickey discuss the dangers and limitations that come with striving for “continuous improvement” in an age that demands companies change and […]
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November 10, 2016
Published by Mickey Connolly at November 10, 2016
Connected leaders must work to inspire teams to keep their best days in front of them. They must create an environment that nurtures trust and relationship […]
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October 26, 2016
Published by Mickey Connolly at October 26, 2016
True authenticity is based upon curiosity rather than certainty. If we’re truly being authentic with one another we’re learning every moment so that we’re constantly adjusting. […]
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October 19, 2016
Published by Mickey Connolly at October 19, 2016
In today’s episode, Mickey is joined by senior Conversant consultant, Robin Anselmi, to discuss the importance apology plays within the realm of leadership, as well as […]
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October 6, 2016
Published by Mickey Connolly at October 6, 2016
In this episode, Mickey interviews a senior leader of Conversant, Jim Motroni, on his thoughts of why annual performance reviews might actually decrease performance. Leaders must […]
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October 3, 2016
Published by Mickey Connolly at October 3, 2016
Inspired and resilient workforces are led by a sense of purpose rather than the efforts of one or more individuals. Ultimately “purpose” is the one point […]
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September 15, 2016
Published by Mickey Connolly at September 15, 2016
All people long to be valued and understood. As a leader, it really is your job to care and create that connection with the people with […]
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September 1, 2016
Published by Mickey Connolly at September 1, 2016
If you want to be a good connected leader, you must be present to both the situation and the people around you. Practicing “presence” sounds simple, […]
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August 25, 2016
Published by Mickey Connolly at August 25, 2016
Don Van Winkle joins the show to discuss the primary traits that lend themselves to “good” leaders. First and foremost, Mickey and Don discuss the overarching […]
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August 9, 2016
Published by Mickey Connolly at August 9, 2016
We have analyzed thousands of employee surveys across the world and conducted live interviews with employees on six continents. We have discovered that when the “superior […]
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July 7, 2016
Published by Mickey Connolly at July 7, 2016
Employee engagement remains critical to the success of organizations. Studies show that higher engagement means more motivated employees resulting in better customer satisfaction and company profitability. […]
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February 17, 2015
Published by Mickey Connolly at February 17, 2015
For anyone who has lived through, or led, large-scale change in today’s corporate environment, the notion that “people resist change” often stands as a taken-for-granted starting […]
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March 17, 2014
Published by Mickey Connolly at March 17, 2014
When people think about trust, they very quickly leap to thinking about someone’s character.
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November 15, 2013
Published by Mickey Connolly at November 15, 2013
Picking up the telephone can be key to creating a valuable conversation The Case of Whoopi and Oprah I heard Whoopi Goldberg interviewed on the radio […]
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January 26, 2013
Published by Mickey Connolly at January 26, 2013
I like quotations, and I have a quotation site I especially like full of nuggets I often find timely and relevant. Earlier this week, one showed […]
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October 19, 2012
Published by Mickey Connolly at October 19, 2012
Leaders create the conditions for positive organizational health, and are a product of them. Yes, you heard me right. Leaders make organizations healthy or not, and […]
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September 24, 2012
Published by Mickey Connolly at September 24, 2012
A few nights ago my wife said to me, “I don’t know if you realize it, the way you talk lately has become ponderous and you […]
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June 15, 2012
Published by Mickey Connolly at June 15, 2012
Recently, I saw a prominent leader in descent. His iconic business, hugely profitable for years, was in rapid decline. Voices of customers, employees and investors were […]
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June 15, 2012
Published by Mickey Connolly at June 15, 2012
Last year, I worked with a group of senior leaders facing a tough administrative cost cutting environment. Faced with the potential for service reduction, they asked Conversant to help them save in a way that would grow their contribution and be true to their mission.
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