Excited for my conversation with Erin Diehl on this episode of the podcast. We talk improv in the workplace for helping team members feel seen, heard and valued. Plus, Erin shares her MOVE ON method for mental and physical healing.

Today on the podcast, I’m talking with “The Sacred Meaning of Everyday Work” author, Robert Tribken. Robert is such a cool guy--with an MBA and a theology background he has a unique perspective about work. We continue our theme of purpose and discuss how to see the value in everyday tasks. It’s a powerful conversation. I hope you’ll listen in!

For President’s Day, we’re revisiting Brandon’s most recent episode with Licensed Counselor, Mazi Robinson on strengthening our resiliency muscle. Anxiety levels are at an all time high…. Mazi notes that our anger is often unaddressed anxiety. But take heart, Mazi walks us through how to build resiliency and turn things around.

Fair promotions, well-matched managers and fewer meetings. Inc. columnist, author and friend of the show, Jeff Haden returns to share three things you, as a leader must do in 2023 to set your team - and the business as a whole - up for success.

It’s official! My latest book, “The Author vs. Editor Dilemma: The Leadership Secret to Unlocking Your Team, Your Time, and Your Impact" is now available in audiobook format. In celebration, we’re releasing a sneak peek of the book as I read Chapter 1. You’ll meet Carlos, a new CEO doing his best to learn about his team and lead them in the right direction. You’ll get an intro to urgency, the hero trap and “two seats” (Author and Editor)… but that’s just the start! Head over to Audible and...

Today’s episode is the perfect follow-up to our show last week on gaining visibility. While your good works catch the eye of your boss, they also catch the eye of fellow employees. Potentially toxic employees who are seeking the same promotion as you. Berta Aldrich, author of “Winning the Talent Shift”, shares how to navigate this new challenge. 

Today’s Workplace Therapist Show is all about building confidence, overcoming imposter syndrome and fostering a culture of safety. My guest, Susan Barber, shares 3 ways to increase your visibility factor. It’s a great conversation and I know you’ll take lots of notes just like I did.

If you’re like me, you’ve set new goals for 2023. But how do we make those changes stick? It’s the first new podcast release of the new year and my guest, Stan Ward, is bringing us the perfect topic. Today, he shares the tips and tricks for creating positive, sustainable change. Listen in as he explains “small experiments” and pairing the change we want with something that’s already working in our lives.

Merry Christmas! While the team is on holiday celebrating the season with family, we hope you enjoy this special episode from sister show, The Leadership Foundry Podcast. Brandon co-hosts the discussion on leading self featuring past guests, Ken Keen, Ashley Freeman and Darren Virassammy. May you find encouragement, inspiration and practical ways to better yourself as a leader as you listen. And if you haven't already, subscribe to "The Leadership Foundry Podcast" for new episodes on how you...

Excited to have my friend and mentor, Len Leritz, back on the show to discuss how to have better conversations. (It’s all about focusing on the other person, folks!) 

Super excited about my conversation today with friend, colleague and returning guest, David Papa. Listen in as we discuss authenticity, fear, control and how to be your best self. 

Today we’re releasing our 250th show celebration episode featuring: Rick Gilkey Ken Keen Saundra Dalton-Smith Steve Robinson Mazi Robinson … and a very special co-host, my daughter, Abby Smith! Listen in to hear timeless highlights on how the brain works, leading under pressure, the rest you need, building culture, managing anxiety and more. I had a lot of fun recording this episode and I know you’ll find value in listening. Enjoy!

Always love revisiting the RAPKG podcast with my dear friend and business partner, Randy Hain, the week of Thanksgiving. RAPKG means showing Random Acts of Praise, Kindness and Gratitude - an action which we can always use reminding of. An action which should always be in practice. As we get intentional this week, spending time in conversation with family and friends - let’s remember to both talk about it and show it… even beyond the dinner table.

Today on the Workplace Therapist Show, we’re talking about “The Secret Lives of Customers” with author, David Duncan. The word “customer” can have many definitions… customers can be internal or external. Listen in as David and I talk collecting the right data, working from home vs. the office and where vulnerability comes into play. 

Today, I’m honored to have my friend and mentor of 20 years, Len Leritz, join me for an episode of The Workplace Therapist Show. Len takes us on a deep dive into the framework of how we think about how we process the world. It’s that internal communication - the lens we look through - that can cause problems for us especially if we’re reading from old scripts and beliefs. Listen in - I know you’ll find this episode as helpful and insightful as I did!

October marks Emotional Wellness Month and if you’re listening to this on the release date of October 10, today specifically is World Mental Health Day. Emotional well-being is an important topic. Today, we’re revisiting Brandon’s conversation with The Mental Health Comedian Frank King. 

Over our last few episodes, we’ve discussed navigating through conflict, managing anxiety, building resiliency and self-awareness. In essence: we’ve learned about showing more kindness to others and ourselves. Another way we can take this a step further is to place ourselves in the shoes of others. We never know the battles someone else is facing, but with a little empathy, we can be better fellow human beings. I’m excited to be joined on a new episode today by Rob Volpe to share “Five Steps...

“In all drama, there’s always a lack of clarity.” Such insight from today’s podcast guest, Marlene Chism. We have a great conversation filled with tips for guiding you through difficult conversations and moderating conflict. I hope you'll listen in! 

Happy Labor Day! I hope you’re off enjoying some time with family and friends. You know, we only have 4 months left in 2022. As things begin to rev back up for the fall season, it’s a great time to examine where our focus lies. To help us on this journey, we’re revisiting my podcast conversation with Andy Storch, Author of "Own Your Career, Own Your Life" on mindset.

Last month, Emily and I had the pleasure of traveling to Las Vegas for the 2022 NAPA Expo. I spoke to over 18,000 regional managers and store owners about how to master urgency when everything is urgent. Today, we’re sharing takeaways from our time at the Expo, including some key challenges I see many leaders facing on a new episode. 

“The only thing that frees us from anxiety is doing the thing you are afraid to do.” So many nuggets of advice for facing anxiety head-on today in a new episode of The Workplace Therapist Show with Licensed Counselor, Mazi Robinson. Mazi notes that our anger is often unaddressed anxiety. And folks, today we talk about how we’ve entered “next level” anxiety in post-pandemic times. But take heart, Mazi also walks us through how to build resiliency and turn things around.

Thanks so much for being a loyal follower of The Workplace Therapist Show! With your support, we’ve had over 115,000 all-time downloads!  Did you know we also have a new podcast called The Leadership Foundry Podcast where we take a deeper dive into issues and roadblocks impacting leaders in today’s hybrid workplace? We talk about things like “why good leaders fail” - an episode featuring Jim Wetrich, “Three Core Principles for First-Time CEOs” with Chad Costley and this episode you’re about...

Why does it feel like we’re experiencing more conflict in today’s workplace? My guest Leslie Nydick, The Conflict Strategist, says: “we’re talking about the conflict instead of running from it.” In this episode, we discuss ways to resolve friction with toxic co-workers and minimize conflict altogether in the workplace. 

We hope you’re enjoying some REST and relaxation this 4th of July! The podcast team is off today, so we’re revisiting this fantastic episode with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith on the 7 Types of Rest You Need.