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Navigating the Talent Landscape
The Maverick Paradox Podcast
10/18/24 • 46 min
In today's conversation Judith Germain speaks to Steve Cadigan about workforce psychology, talent acquisition, and the future of work. He discusses his career journey, starting as a history teacher and then finding his passion in human resources. He shares how he worked in various industries, including fashion, insurance, high-tech, and video games, before becoming the first Chief HR Officer at LinkedIn.
Key Takeaways- Understanding workforce psychology is crucial for leaders to create value through their people and navigate rapid shifts in employee attitudes post-COVID
- Organisations need to prioritise leadership development and become "business schools" to grow talent internally, as finding fully qualified candidates is increasingly difficult
- The traditional employee-employer relationship is changing, with shorter tenures and increased job-hopping becoming the norm, requiring new strategies for talent retention
- AI can be a valuable tool for leaders in navigating difficult conversations and decision-making, but should be used as augmentation rather than replacement of human judgment
In this conversation Steve highlights the significant changes in the workforce, including the need for new skills, increased job-hopping, and the rise of remote work. He emphasises the importance of organisations becoming "business schools" that invest in growing and retaining talent, as the traditional model of long-term employment is no longer the norm.
Steve Cadigan is a top talent strategist and leadership expert with 30+ years of experience. He famously led Linkedin's early hyper-growth phase as its first CHRO, building its world-class company culture from scratch, and scaling the organisation from 400 to 4,000 employees.You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.
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Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine.
But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans.
The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact.
How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.
Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video
Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders.
Judith's websites:
- Judith Germain (mentoring, Speaker, author) - judithgermain.com
- The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
- The Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk
Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.
Find what consistently goes wrong
The Maverick Paradox Podcast
08/12/24 • 36 min
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Sarah Dale about leadership lessons from unexpected places.
Key Takeaways- Archery teaches the importance of finding consistent mistakes before correcting them
- Observing chickens provides insights on motivation, timing, letting go, and recognising others' perspectives
- Building confidence in women by getting them out of comfort zones, learning new skills, surrounding them with other confident women, and helping others
- Aim for a tight grouping first, even if consistently off-target - this reveals the consistent mistake to fix
- Parallels to finding the root cause of issues in leadership/business before addressing symptoms
- Need to adjust for changing conditions (wind, etc.), just as leadership requires adaptability
- Getting chickens to come by understanding their motivations, not coaxing/prodding
- Knowing when to "let go" after doing your best, as with team members or projects
- Importance of training/shaping behaviors early, as with new hires
- Chickens responding to the leader's voice = followers understanding and aligning with the leader
- Research shows women focus more on competence, men on confidence for opportunities
- Getting out of comfort zone, learning new skills, surrounding yourself with other confident women, and helping others all build confidence
- Confidence gap is generational and expected to shrink as younger generations rise
In this conversation Sarah explains how her Project 1490 community aims to help build confidence in women, drawing on research about the differences in how men and women approach opportunities. She discusses strategies like getting out of comfort zones, learning new skills, and supporting each other.
While Sarah Dale's had an impressive career, her love of nature and experiences in the wilds of Montana are what started her wish to get other corporate women to build their own badassery and confidence by learning outdoor skills.
You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.
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Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine.
But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans.
The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact.
How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.
Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video
Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders.
Judith's websites:
- Judith Germain (mentoring, Speaker, author) - judithgermain.com
- The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
- The Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk
Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.
How to dominate Amazon
The Maverick Paradox Podcast
08/09/24 • 26 min
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Eugene Sas about how he Bootstrapped a 7-Figure Amazon Business
Key Takeaways- Eugene shared his journey from corporate job to building a 7-figure Amazon business
- He discussed strategies for finding low-competition product niches through keyword research
- Private labeling products allows building a brand asset that can be sold later
- Adapting to market changes and developing competitive advantages is key for success
In this conversation Eugene shares some of the mistakes and challenges he faced in the early days, such as long product development cycles leading to increased competition. He emphasises the importance of constantly adapting the business model to stay ahead of the curve, and how he has developed a more efficient system for finding and launching new products in the current Amazon landscape.
Eugene provides the website launchtopdog.com as a resource for entrepreneurs interested in learning more about his approach to selling on Amazon. He notes that the principles can be applied beyond just the Amazon platform, as the core strategies are applicable to e-commerce more broadly.
Eugene Sas is a seasoned e-commerce veteran with 7 years of experience, who turned a $10,000 startup into a multi-million dollar winter sports brand.
You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.
---Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine.
But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans.
The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact.
How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.
Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video
Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders.
Judith's websites:
- Judith Germain (mentoring, Speaker, author) - judithgermain.com
- The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
- The Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk
Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.
What is trauma informed leadership?
The Maverick Paradox Podcast
06/28/24 • 40 min
In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Kelly L Campbell about trauma-informed leadership. Kelly shares her personal journey, including starting a successful digital marketing agency in her 20s, but eventually feeling unfulfilled and selling the company. This led her to become a trauma-informed leadership coach, focusing on helping leaders integrate their own past trauma and lead from a place of greater self-awareness and empathy.
Key Takeaways- Trauma-informed leadership is about understanding what might be happening internally for people and leading with compassion
- Epigenetic research suggests some leaders may be hormonally imbalanced due to childhood trauma, impacting empathy
- There is hope for more conscious leadership from younger generations who are discussing emotions/trauma
- Becoming trauma-informed involves training to recognise trauma responses and practicing the mindset consistently
In this conversation Kelly explains that trauma-informed leadership is about understanding how past trauma can impact people's behavior and responses, and leading with compassion, consent, and consideration for employees' and clients' humanity.
Kelly shares new research on how intergenerational trauma can impact leaders' brain chemistry and hormonal balance, potentially making it difficult for them to feel empathy and make decisions for the greater good. She suggests this research could have implications for how we evaluate leadership capabilities.
Kelly L Campbell speaks and writes about trauma, leadership, and consciousness - 'The new TLC'. Kelly is a Trauma Informed Leadership Coach to emerging and established leaders who know they are meant for more.You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.
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Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine.
But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans.
The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact.
How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.
Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video
Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders.
Judith's websites:
- The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
- The Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk
Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.
Embracing Authenticity: Building a Career on Your Own
The Maverick Paradox Podcast
11/15/24 • 34 min
In this conversation Judith Germain speaks to Peter Murphy Lewis about leadership, innovation, and thought leadership. Peter shares his background, including that he is a documentarian, TV host, and fractional CMO who helps CEOs with their marketing. Peter lives with his family inside a zoo in Wichita, Kansas.
Key Takeaways- Peter emphasises trust, autonomy, and transparency as key pillars for fostering innovation in leadership
- Podcasting is highlighted as an effective tool for building thought leadership, especially when tailored to the target audience's demographics
- Peter's unique approach as a fractional CMO involves intense short-term engagements followed by ongoing strategic support
In this conversation Peter discusses his insights on developing leadership skills that can foster innovation, and the role of podcasting in building thought leadership. Peter shares his and his wife's approach to regular couples therapy, describing it as a "cruise" to maintain a healthy relationship. He emphasises the importance of open communication and seeking outside help when needed.
Peter Lewis is a fractional CMO.
You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.
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Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine.
But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans.
The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact.
How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.
Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video
Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders.
Judith's websites:
- Judith Germain (mentoring, Speaker, author) - judithgermain.com
- The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
- The Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk
Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.
Harness the power of psychology
The Maverick Paradox Podcast
06/14/24 • 37 min
In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Norman Bacal about slaying the mythical two-headed Perality (Perception and Reality) beast. Norman shares with Judith the collapse of his successful Canadian Law Firm and how he felt and dealt with the feelings of failure and loss.
He wrote three books (the Take Charge series) based from this time.
They discuss the differences in perceptions and how to use psychology to succeed, and how organisational culture is derived.
In this interesting conversation Norman talks about how to harness your fear and learning how to communicate and serving others are the keys to success in business and in life. He explains why lawyers are often very brittle when dealing with their own personal conflicts.
This podcast was originally recorded in November 22.
Norman Bacal is a rewired lawyer, former law firm leader and one time, one of Canada's leading film finance attorneys. His TED talk has reached close to half a million viewers.
You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.
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Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine.
But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans.
The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact.
How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.
Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video
Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders.
Judith's websites:
- The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
- The Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk
Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.
How to overcome mental blocks
The Maverick Paradox Podcast
06/24/24 • 30 min
In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Carlo Taormina about overcoming mental blocks and Carlo Taormina's journey as a high performance mindset coach.
Key Takeaways- Carlo overcame a severe depression and suicidal period by making one decision to take action (going on a trip)
- Changing your body language/physiology can shift your mental state and allow better decisions
- Focus on what serves you rather than negativity to become your best self
- Carlo offers a free coaching call via his Instagram (@carlotaormina_coach) to anyone needing help
In this conversation Carlo shares his key insights on how he overcame his adversity of depression and suicide to become a renowned life coach and keynote speaker. Carlo's message helps high achieving individuals become more solution oriented, make better decisions, gain fulfillment and change your internal state to improve your professional and personal life.
You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.
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Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine.
But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans.
The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact.
How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.
Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video
Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders.
Judith's websites:
- The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
- The Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk
Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.
Inside out leadership - huh?
The Maverick Paradox Podcast
06/03/24 • 39 min
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Steve Scanlon about his concept of "inside-out leadership" and how he applies neuroscience principles in his coaching practice.
Key Takeaways- Inside-out leadership focuses on internal motivation and self-awareness rather than external factors
- Metacognition (thinking about one's thinking patterns) is a key practice for developing self-awareness and agency over mindset
- Naming emotions without judgment allows you to "tame" them rather than resist them
- The Pixar film "Inside Out" provides insightful metaphors for understanding emotions and the mind
- Contrasts internal vs. external motivation - leadership should come from within, not just external rewards
- Despite much research on leadership, many leaders struggle to embody leadership principles internally
- Requires the hard "work" of self-reflection and change from the inside-out
- Awareness and understanding of one's thought patterns
- A practice of non-judgmentally observing thoughts and emotions as they arise
- Allows you to "name" and therefore "tame" emotions rather than resist them
- Curiosity about thoughts/emotions is key, not judgment
- Pixar's "Inside Out" provides apt metaphors for the mind and emotions
- "If you can name it, you can tame it" - naming emotions defuses their power
- "What you resist, persists" - resisting emotions makes them cling longer
In this conversation Steve explains the practice of metacognition - being aware of one's own thought patterns without judgment. He discusses how this can give people more agency over their mindset and emotional responses, using examples like noticing feelings of anxiety.
Judith and Steve discuss how they each apply neuroscience principles, like understanding brain chemistry and neuroplasticity, to help people improve their self-awareness and mindset. They emphasise the importance of making neuroscience concepts practical and actionable.
Steve Scanlon is the founder and CEO of Rewire, Inc an a self-proclaimed neuroscience geek. His goal is to help leaders in transform themselves and their teams through a greater understanding of the science behind how the brain manages change.You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.
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Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine.
But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans.
The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact.
How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.
Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video
Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders.
Judith's websites:
- The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
- The Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk
Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.
Pausing for Progress with Karen Liebenguth
The Maverick Paradox Podcast
10/21/24 • 23 min
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain discusses with Karen Liebenguth what constitutes good leadership. Judith introduces Karen Liebenguth, a leadership coach, executive coach, mindfulness teacher, and mediator. Karen shares her background, including living in London for 23 years and her focus on working with clients in nature to help them feel more grounded, connected, and open to new perspectives.
Key Takeaways- Good leadership starts with self-awareness, self-reflection, and personal growth
- Leaders should model work-life balance, self-care, and presence
- Creating space for connection, listening, and inclusion is crucial
- Good leadership is about more than just getting things done - it's about the quality of relationships
In this conversation Karen defines good leadership as leaders being committed to self-awareness, understanding their own habits and tendencies, and recognising the impact their actions have on others. She emphasises the importance of qualities like humility, patience, acceptance, compassion, and empathy in effective leadership.
Karen addresses the common perception that leadership is about "getting things done," highlighting the importance of leaders modelling a balance between action and reflection.
Karen is a leadership coach, mindfulness trainer and mediator. She feels passionate about working with leaders helping them have the positive impact they want to have on others, their organisation and the wider world.You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.
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Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine.
But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans.
The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact.
How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.
Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video
Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders.
Judith's websites:
- Judith Germain (mentoring, Speaker, author) - judithgermain.com
- The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
- The Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk
Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.
Powerful phrases for workplace conflict
The Maverick Paradox Podcast
05/27/24 • 30 min
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Karin Hurt about "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict" and how to address conflicts proactively.
Key Takeaways- The book provides practical tools, techniques, and phrases to have productive conflict conversations
- It's based on research showing people wish they had spoken up sooner in conflicts
- The phrases are grounded in 4 dimensions: connection, clarity, curiosity, commitment
- Examples: "I really care about X and I'm confident we can find a solution", "What would a successful outcome do for you?"
- Covers handling conflicts in remote/hybrid teams and with different personality types
In this conversation Judith and Karin discuss Karin's new book "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict", which provides practical tools and techniques for addressing workplace conflicts in a proactive, human-centered way. The book focuses on four key dimensions: connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment.
Karin also discusses how remote and hybrid work environments can introduce new types of conflicts, such as unclear expectations around things like camera usage and work-from-anywhere policies. Karin Hurt is the Founder and CEO of Let's Grow Leaders, she encourages courage and inspires innovation. She's the author of 5 books including the just released, Powerful phrases for dealing with workplace conflict: what to say next to destress the workday, build collaboration and calm difficult customers.
You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.
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Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine.
But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans.
The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact.
How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.
Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video
Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders.
Judith's websites:
- The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
- The Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk
Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.
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