Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.
Russel Lolacher
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Relationships at Work - your leadership guide to building workplace connections and avoiding blind spots.
A relatable and honest show on leadership, organizational culture and soft skills, focusing on improving employee engagement and company culture to inspire people to apply, stay and thrive.
Because no one wants leadership that fosters toxic environments at work, nor should they.
Host, speaker and communications leader Russel Lolacher shares his experience and insights, discussing the leadership and corporate culture topics that matter with global experts help us with the success of our organizations (regardless of industry). This show will give you the information, education, strategies and tips you need to avoid leadership blind spots, better connect with all levels of our organization, and develop the necessary soft skills that are essential to every organization.
From leadership development and training to employee satisfaction to diversity, inclusivity, equity and belonging to personalization and engagement... there are so many aspects and opportunities to build great relationships at work
This is THE place to start and nurture our leadership journey and create an amazing workplace.
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How to Get Leadership to See Your Value at Work - A R@W Note
Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.
04/10/22 • 23 min
In this episode of Relationships at Work, host Russel Lolacher talks about how to get leadership to see your value - whether it's executive or anyone with influence in your organization. You have more power than you know.
After a recent experience where an employee diminished themselves and their influence within their organization, Russel shares how that is the wrong outlook and the steps you can make to improve how your value is perceived at work. When we talk about Relationships at Work on this podcast, we’re not just talking about the ones you make with your boss, your co-workers, your staff... we’re also talking about the one you have with yourself. "Executive doesn't know what I do." "No one sees the value in my work." - this is on you.
We need to talk about how to get leadership to see your value.
Highlights:
- How we don't understand our influence at work.
- Two things we need to first understand before influencing change - communications and people that aren't you.
- Four steps to increase your perceived value in your organization.
- Tools to help with organizational influence.
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Addressing Disconnection Between The C-Suite And Frontline w/ Morgan Williams
Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.
10/22/24 • 48 min
In this episode of Relationships at Work, host Russel Lolacher sits down with Morgan Williams, co-founder and CEO of Peak HR, and founder of MWHR Consulting, to discuss the growing disconnect between executives and employees in today’s workplace.
Drawing on her extensive experience in HR, psychology, and conflict management, Morgan dives into the real reasons behind the widening gap—post-pandemic priorities, employee motivations, and leadership’s failure to adapt. She offers powerful insights on how executives can reconnect with their teams by showing genuine empathy, understanding personal struggles, and leading with emotional intelligence. Morgan also shares actionable strategies for fostering trust and accountability, ensuring that leadership isn’t just about directives, but about building meaningful, reciprocal relationships in both in-office and remote work environments. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the future of leadership and how organizations can evolve to meet the changing needs of their workforce.
Hey! If you're enjoying the insights from our guests, you'll love our R@W Notes Newsletter. It’s packed with guest takeaways, the resources that inspire them, and my own tips on how we as leaders can be better humans for the humans the are responsible for. Go to RelationshipsAtWorkShow.com and Subscribe Now and help the workplace be more human.
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Why We Need to Create Digital Culture in a Remote Workplace with Bailey Parnell
Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.
06/06/23 • 41 min
In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with SkillsCamp and #SafeSocial founder Bailey Parnell on how we need to look at creating digital culture for remote work.
Bailey shares her thoughts, stories and experience with...
- Should employers be free to review employee social media.
- The mental health impacts to those working in social media.
- What is the employer's role in keeping staff safe on social.
- The linkages between culture and digital culture in remote work.
- Why intention is integral to creating culture in digital work.
- Executive presence on digital platforms isn't necessary.
- Bullying behaviour on social media is no different than in person.
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How the Importance of Purpose Impacts Employee Engagement with Stan Phelps
Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.
02/21/22 • 27 min
In episode nine of Relationships at Work, host Russel Lolacher chats with multi-author and keynote speaker Stan Phelps, on the ingredients of an organization with purpose, and its impact on the employee experience and workplace culture.
Stan shares his experience with...
- What purpose means for employees and an organization
- What is the benefit of purpose
- Where you can find your company's purpose
- The role of belonging in a purpose-driven organization
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Why We Should Manage Up to Better Serve Our Teams w/ Roberta Matuson
Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.
10/29/24 • 44 min
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Roberta Matuson—keynote speaker, executive coach, and author of seven influential books on leadership and talent management, including "Can We Talk? Seven Principles for Managing Difficult Conversations at Work" and the latest edition of "Suddenly in Charge: Managing Up, Managing Down, Succeeding All Around."
With nearly 30 years of experience helping top companies like GM, Microsoft, and Takeda Pharmaceutical attract and retain talent, Roberta shares her insights on the critical skill of managing up.
In This Episode, You'll Learn:
- What managing up truly means and how it benefits you and your team
- How to decode your boss's leadership style and align with their expectations
- Practical tips for building strong relationships with superiors
- Ways to navigate office politics effectively and ethically
Whether you're a new manager or an experienced leader, this episode is packed with actionable advice to enhance your workplace relationships and advance your career.
Hey! If you're enjoying the insights from our guests, you'll love our R@W Notes Newsletter. It’s packed with guest takeaways, the resources that inspire them, and my own tips on how we as leaders can be better humans for the humans the are responsible for. Go to RelationshipsAtWorkShow.com and Subscribe Now and help the workplace be more human.
And connect with me for more great content!
What First Time Leaders Really Need To Know w/ Paul O'Beirne
Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.
07/02/24 • 47 min
In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with master facilitator and executive coach Paul O'Beirne on what a first-time leader really needs to know and so does the organization they work for.
Paul shares his insights and experience in...
- Transition challenges for new leaders.
- Importance of support systems.
- Leadership vs. management.
- Understanding role and relationships.
- Asking for help and adapting.
- Building networks and managing relationships.
- Importance of feedback structures for self-awareness.
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How to Avoid The Dangers of Pursuing Perfection w/ Michele Molitor
Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.
09/24/24 • 49 min
In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with executive coach, author, and international speaker Michele Molitor on avoiding the dangers of pursuing perfection as leaders.
Michele shares her insights and experience on...
- Perfection is personal and subjective.
- Embracing imperfections is healthier.
- Perfectionism as a trauma response.
- Striving for excellence vs. toxic perfectionism.
- Vulnerability as a strength.
- Self-awareness of personal motivators improves connection.
Hey! If you're enjoying the insights from our guests, you'll love our R@W Notes Newsletter. It’s packed with guest takeaways, the resources that inspire them, and my own tips on how we as leaders can be better humans for the humans the are responsible for. Go to RelationshipsAtWorkShow.com and Subscribe Now and help the workplace be more human.
And connect with me for more great content!
How To Address the Challenges for Gender Equity at Work via Bonnie Low-Kramen
Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.
06/20/23 • 53 min
In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with author, global trainer and CEO Bonnie Low-Kramen on the challenges and work needed to be done for gender equity in the workplace.
Bonnie shares her thoughts, stories and experience with...
- Gender equity still doesn't exist in the workplace.
- How equity is a family and human issue, not a gender one.
- How women should prepare for job negotiations.
- The problems with onboarding.
- How the "broken rung" can be addressed.
- The added challenges of bullying and harassment for women.
- Why women don't speak up in exit interviews.
- What needs to happen for gender equity to move forward.
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How to Use the Soft Skills Necessary to Rebuild after Burnout with James Pickles
Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.
12/06/22 • 40 min
In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with mental health advocate and motivational speaker James Pickles on his personal experience with the impacts of burnout at work on mental health - breaking down because if it and the journey to rebuild.
James shares his thoughts and experience with...
- What it feels like to be overwhelmed and burnt out.
- What good and bad HR responses look and feel like.
- How colleagues can best show up during this type of crisis.
- Signs you might be self-neglecting your stress.
- Steps to rebuild after burnout.
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Why Intentionally Making Friends at Work Matters for Employee Engagement via Kat Vellos
Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.
12/05/23 • 45 min
In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with author and keynote speaker Kat Vellos on the importance of making friends at work for ourselves and workplace culture, and how to take those steps to connection.
Kat shares her insights and experience in...
- Importance of workplace relationships.
- Impact relationships have on workplace culture.
- The four "seeds of connection" essential for cultivating friendships.
- Missteps we make in friendship building.
- How remote work impacts friendship.
- What intentional networking looks like.
- Utilizing Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
- Role of organizations in facilitating connections.
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How many episodes does Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots. have?
Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots. currently has 254 episodes available.
What topics does Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots. cover?
The podcast is about Culture, Corporate, Management, Speaking, Podcasts, Business, Communication and Careers.
What is the most popular episode on Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.?
The episode title 'How Leadership Creates Connection To Improve Work Culture With Chris Hsiung' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.?
The average episode length on Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots. is 31 minutes.
How often are episodes of Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots. released?
Episodes of Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots. are typically released every 5 days.
When was the first episode of Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots.?
The first episode of Relationships at Work - The Leadership Guide to Building Workplace Connections and Avoiding Blind Spots. was released on Jan 8, 2022.
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