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Strategic Momentum

Connie Steele

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Strategic Momentum helps you achieve meaningful work-life fit in an ever-changing world through inspiring stories, actionable tips, and pragmatic advice from those that found their fit. Change is constant. Uncertainty is now the new certainty. And in today’s landscape, there is a fundamental shift from conformity to individual agency so we can truly be our whole selves. So how do we create the right professional and personal momentum so we align our passions and growth potential to deliver the impact we want? Our forward-thinking leaders and creators share tips, stories and advice on ‘how’ they redefined success to help them progress the way they wanted. Follow us on Instagram @strategicmomentum and learn more at www.conniewsteele.com/podcast.
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In this episode, we’re looking at various solutions and courses of action you can take to mitigate, manage, or navigate office politics more effectively.

In “Office Politics Part 1” (Ep. 68), a panel of business leaders joined us to share their individual experiences with and perspectives on politicking in the workforce. Today, the group returns to explore what it takes to manage common political situations and how to build those skills that can help you anticipate and maneuver those tricky circumstances in the future. Ultimately, it comes down to understanding power dynamics, developing your emotional intelligence (EQ) to build better relationships, and creating a strategic plan to fall back on in political situations.

Learn more and find the complete show notes at https://www.strategicmomentum.co/episodes/71

To learn more about how one’s deep-seated emotions, plus power dynamics, leadership styles and rewards structures in an organization can lead to negative politics, check out Episode 68 here.

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04/14/20 • 80 min

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With COVID-19 necessitating the rapid shift to working remotely, we felt it would be particularly relevant to share insights from a favorite past guest of ours — Michael Wilkinson — because our goal is always to help you navigate through the change we are all facing so you can create the right momentum to move forward.

Michael preaches the tenets of process and preparation that enable leaders to boost collaboration, productivity, and morale among their teams. In this episode, we highlight his specific tips and advice for facilitating virtual meetings.

Learn more, and find the complete show notes, at https://www.flywheelassociates.com/podcast/69

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03/17/20 • 9 min

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While many of us would rather avoid office politics or pretend it’s not necessary to understand them, the reality is that we can’t — and if you ignore them, you could end up left behind. So what does it take to build that political know-how that will help you get unstuck and thrive?

This is the first in a series of episodes that brings together a range of business leaders to share their perspectives and experiences from different roles, industries, and company structures. They offer insights that will help listeners build political competence in order to navigate office politics effectively.

In this episode, we get the lay of the land by exploring what office politics really means, the positive and negative sides of it all, and most importantly, what drives the political behavior at its core. Because being able to navigate politics efficiently starts with understanding the “why” behind human behavior.

Learn more, and find the complete show notes, at https://www.strategicmomentum.co/episodes/68

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03/03/20 • 56 min

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Jordan Harbinger, often referred to as “The Larry King of podcasting,” is a Wall Street lawyer turned interview talk show host, and a communications and social dynamics expert.

He’s hosted a Top-50 podcast for over 12 years and The Jordan Harbinger Show is one of the most popular podcasts in the world. On Jordan’s podcast, he deconstructs the playbooks of the most successful people on earth and shares their strategies, perspectives, and practical insights with the rest of us.

But before all that, he made it his mission to understand how to network effectively and teach people in the process. And it’s his mastery of this skill that’s led him to where he is today.

Many of us intuitively know that networking is important to do, but the idea of it makes us really uncomfortable. So what does it take to build and master this skill in a way that you are able to make real connections?

In this episode, Jordan shares

  • How his focus on making networking a competitive advantage led him to where he is today.
  • The challenges and misconceptions around what networking really means.
  • What it takes to build those authentic relationships that can propel you and your career forward.

Learn more, and find the complete show notes, at https://www.strategicmomentum.co/episodes/74

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05/26/20 • 48 min

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Many of us realize how important team dynamics are to the success of a business. And recent events have made that all the more relevant as many businesses have needed to quickly adapt and adjust to operating in a new way out of necessity.

Jennifer Trzepacz - known as JT - is the Chief Operations Officer and Partner at Wildcat Venture Partners. She’s been involved in implementing human resource strategies and managing operations at several transformative and industry leading companies including Yahoo, Salesforce, Electronic Arts and Living Social. She inherently understands the impact that the workforce, workplace and macro environment at large has on the business and the team dynamics within them. These evolving factors are more important than ever in the current situation we find ourselves in on every level.

In this episode, JT shares her perspective on:

  • Critical factors leaders and individuals need to consider when establishing and being part of high performing teams
  • Common challenges that affect the ability to develop the right team dynamics
  • What it takes to break through to create and sustain those levels of productivity and impact regardless of business size

Learn more, and find the complete show notes, at https://www.strategicmomentum.co/episodes/70

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03/31/20 • 52 min

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We’ve all had our share of bad bosses and we’re familiar with the negative impact they can have on our ability to grow and thrive. Kim Scott, co-founder of Candor, Inc. and author of the NYT & WSJ bestseller ‘Radical Candor: Be a Kickass Boss without Losing your Humanity’ has made it her company’s mission to rid the world of bad bosses by helping organizations create BS-free zones at workplaces around the world.

Her breadth of experiences have given her an in-depth perspective on the conditions that people need to do their best work. She was a startup founder and CEO, led AdSense, YouTube, and Doubleclick Online Sales and Operations at Google and then joined Apple to develop and teach a leadership seminar. Further, Kim’s been a CEO coach at Dropbox, Qualtrics, Twitter, and several other tech companies.

And what she’s learned is that it takes being radically candid as a manager - caring personally while challenging directly to create the right momentum.

In this episode, Kim shares:

  • Where some of the bad boss behavior emanates from
  • The challenges that many leaders face when it comes to knowing how to guide their teams effectively
  • The concepts, applications and benefits behind the Radical Candor framework
  • How to deliver praise and criticism in a way that is helpful

Learn more, and find the complete show notes, at https://www.strategicmomentum.co/episodes/73

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05/12/20 • 64 min

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“Fail fast, fail often” is a common business concept that many apply (or desire to) in order to drive growth for their organization.

While this mindset and approach is something that many say they embrace, it isn’t always fully realized in a way that builds the right forward momentum. So what does it take to create an environment where failure isn’t feared but rather is used as a building block for mindful learning - for you and your organization?

Rick Lindquist is the founder of LegUp Ventures and former CEO of Zane Benefits now People Keep. Rick was put at the helm of the company at the ripe of old age of 22 and spent the next 10 years quickly learning and iterating in his role. From the highs and lows of that experience, he has gained a deep appreciation of the importance of learning from failure.

Now in his mid thirties and in the next phase of his career, he is focused on using what he has learned to help underdogs get a leg up, as an entrepreneur, author and consultant.

In this episode Rick shares:

  • What ‘Fail Fast. Fail Often.’ really means when it comes to creating that positive approach for you and your organization
  • How to create an environment that makes it safe to fail professionally and personally
  • The importance of intentional self-reflection to truly see the potential lessons learned and grow from it

Learn more, and find the complete show notes, at https://www.strategicmomentum.co/episodes/66

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02/04/20 • 57 min

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Between the draw of Silicon Valley and the success of shows like Shark Tank, entrepreneurship and startups are undoubtedly more trendy than ever — and in some ways, it’s become an obsession.

Some view entrepreneurship as an outcome, while others see it as a necessity, or even as a habit and a practice. Technology has also seemingly made it easier to achieve success. But is that really the case?

Bryan Stolle has created more than $1 billion in realized liquidity for his investors as a founder of multiple companies. And as founder and CEO of Agile Software, Bryan led the creation of a new category now called product lifecycle management (PLM). He’s overseen the creation, go-to-market, and market growth of product and service offerings that have achieved more than $2 billion in revenues, and has raised more than $1 billion in venture, public market and investment management capital.

In his current role as a Founding Partner at Wildcat Venture Partners, he focuses on investments in FinTech, InsureTech, PropTech, and software as a service (SaaS).

In this episode, Bryan shares his perspective on the perceptions and realities of entrepreneurship, the myths and misconceptions that are still prevalent, and what an aspiring or current entrepreneur needs to consider to create momentum for success.

Learn more, and find the complete show notes, at https://www.strategicmomentum.co/episodes/67

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02/18/20 • 60 min

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Whether you’re the leader of a company or a new hire, understanding and developing your EQ is essential to career success. But if you are one of many with social anxiety, breaking out of your comfort zone to build meaningful connections with others is challenging. And if you manage someone with social anxiety, you might mistake their behavior for a lack of motivation, but really that’s not the case.

For Mark Metry, learning how to overcome his own struggles with mental health while reframing his mindset was critical to driving his career. Mark is a 22-year-old entrepreneur and the author of Screw Being Shy: Learn How to Manage Social Anxiety and Be Yourself in Front of Anyone, and he’s on a mission to spread awareness about social anxiety and help others learn to overcome it.

In this episode, Mark shares his personal journey, the science behind social anxiety, advice for breaking through to meet your potential, and how to better understand those who may suffer from this social disorder.

Learn more, and find the complete show notes, at https://www.strategicmomentum.co/episodes/

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04/28/20 • 65 min

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This season, we’ve covered topics ranging from entrepreneurship and management, to understanding and building up your soft-skills like networking and navigating office politics — all of which are critical to being able to move dynamically upward in challenging times. For our 75th episode and season closer, we recap some of our favorite tips and advice from the last 11 episodes of 2020.

As a note — this show is geared toward providing actionable tips and practical advice with context so you can employ these words of wisdom in your day-to-day environment. So, we’ve decided to move toward the term “podcourse” to describe the listening experience.

So, in this episode, Connie is joined by Strategic Momentum Marketing Manager Alexis Anthony to discuss the key takeaways from the podcourses this season.

Learn more, and find the complete show notes, at strategicmomentum.co/podcast.

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06/09/20 • 25 min

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FAQ

How many episodes does Strategic Momentum have?

Strategic Momentum currently has 157 episodes available.

What topics does Strategic Momentum cover?

The podcast is about Management, Podcasts, Business and Careers.

What is the most popular episode on Strategic Momentum?

The episode title 'Ep. 71 - Office Politics (Part 2): Learning to Manage and Master Political Maneuvering' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Strategic Momentum?

The average episode length on Strategic Momentum is 38 minutes.

How often are episodes of Strategic Momentum released?

Episodes of Strategic Momentum are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of Strategic Momentum?

The first episode of Strategic Momentum was released on Jul 25, 2017.

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