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Reading employee emails? Surprise visits to "catch" them working? Our new episode breaks down why these surveillance tactics reveal more about your leadership gaps than employee performance. Listen fo…

Reading employee ema…

Reading employee emails? Surprise visits to "catch" them working? Our new episode breaks down why these surveillance tactics reveal more about your leadership gaps than employee performance. Listen for better alternatives.HERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM REAL GOOD VENTURES:Never miss a good opportunity to learn from a bad boss...Click HERE to get your very own Reference Profile.  We use The Predictive Index as our analytics platform so you know it's validated and reliable.  Your Reference Profile informs you of your needs, behaviors, and the nuances of what we call your Behavioral DNA.  It…

Leadership requires courage, especially when facing difficult conversations. We've all witnessed leaders who eagerly claim credit for successes while mysteriously disappearing when tough news nee…

Leadership requires …

Leadership requires courage, especially when facing difficult conversations. We've all witnessed leaders who eagerly claim credit for successes while mysteriously disappearing when tough news needs delivery. This avoidance creates a leadership vacuum that everyone notices but few dare mention - until now! Let's look at this trait that could reveal You Might Be a Bosshole®...HERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM REAL GOOD VENTURES:Never miss a good opportunity to learn from a bad boss...Click HERE to get your very own Reference Profile.  We use The Predictive Index as our analytics platform …

Dive into the world of the Captain Reference Profile with hosts Sara Best and Karen Schulman as they unpack what makes this profile tick as a manager and a direct report. Captains are natural-born lea…

Dive into the world …

Dive into the world of the Captain Reference Profile with hosts Sara Best and Karen Schulman as they unpack what makes this profile tick as a manager and a direct report. Captains are natural-born leaders characterized by high dominance, high extraversion, low patience, and low formality with a corporate cutback—a combination that creates problem-solvers who excel at seeing the big picture while driving change and Innovation.Click HERE for a short video about the Captain.Click HERE to get your very own Reference Profile.Related TBC Episodes:Head, Heart, and BriefcaseThe Collaborator ManagerT…

Dive into the fascinating world of the Persuader manager with John Broer and Karen Shulman as they unpack this dynamic Predictive Index Reference Profile. Persuaders – those risk-taking, socially po…

Dive into the fascin…

Dive into the fascinating world of the Persuader manager with John Broer and Karen Shulman as they unpack this dynamic Predictive Index Reference Profile. Persuaders – those risk-taking, socially poised team builders – bring a unique energy to leadership roles that can transform organizational culture when properly understood and leveraged.Click HERE for a short video about the Persuader.Click HERE to get your very own Reference Profile.Related TBC Episodes:Head, Heart, and BriefcaseThe Collaborator ManagerThe Operator ManagerThe Promoter ManagerThe Altruist ManagerThe Strategist ManagerTh…

Disciplined, steady, productive, and dedicated – these four words perfectly capture the essence of the Artisan Reference Profile (formerly known as Craftsman). In this continuation of our PI Refere…

Disciplined, steady,…

Disciplined, steady, productive, and dedicated – these four words perfectly capture the essence of the Artisan Reference Profile (formerly known as Craftsman). In this continuation of our PI Reference Profile series, we explore what makes Artisans tick and how to effectively work with or manage these technical specialists who represent approximately 6.5% of the human population.Click HERE for a short video about the Artisan.Click HERE to get your very own Reference Profile.Related TBC Episodes:Head, Heart, and BriefcaseThe Collaborator ManagerThe Operator ManagerThe Promoter ManagerThe Altr…

Colonel Greg Gadson's life changed forever when an IED explosion in Iraq claimed both his legs in 2007. What followed wasn't just a story of physical recovery but a profound spiritual transf…

Colonel Greg Gadson&…

Colonel Greg Gadson's life changed forever when an IED explosion in Iraq claimed both his legs in 2007. What followed wasn't just a story of physical recovery but a profound spiritual transformation that led him to discover a new purpose through extreme adversity."Finding Waypoints: A Warrior's Journey Towards Peace and Purpose," written by Emmy Award-winning producer Terese Schlachter, chronicles this remarkable journey with raw authenticity.Click HERE to order a copy of Finding WaypointsClick HERE to learn about Vail VeteransClick HERE to learn about Face of AmericaClick HERE …

The future of work is rapidly approaching, and organizations that prepare now will thrive while others struggle to adapt. In this forward-looking conversation with Dr. Matt Poepsel, known as "the Godf…

The future of work i…

The future of work is rapidly approaching, and organizations that prepare now will thrive while others struggle to adapt. In this forward-looking conversation with Dr. Matt Poepsel, known as "the Godfather of Talent Optimization," we dive deep into seven critical workforce trends reshaping our professional landscape by 2030.Click HERE for a copy of the HR Field Guide to the Future Other related episodes:Dr. Matt Poepsel -  Expand the CircleDr. Matt Poepsel - The Godfather and the Killer B'sCarey Williams - Gen Z's "Power Move"HERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM REAL GOOD VENTURES:Never m…

This episode explores the critical role of feedback in management, highlighting that avoiding difficult conversations can lead managers into The Bosshole® Zone.  John and Karen discuss strategies fo…

This episode explore…

This episode explores the critical role of feedback in management, highlighting that avoiding difficult conversations can lead managers into The Bosshole® Zone.  John and Karen discuss strategies for providing effective feedback, including establishing clear expectations, scripting difficult conversations, and the importance of regular communication of both praise and criticism.HERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM REAL GOOD VENTURES:Never miss a good opportunity to learn from a bad boss...Click HERE to get your very own Reference Profile.  We use The Predictive Index as our analytics platform so yo…

Can empathy and care in leadership truly transform the workplace? Join us as Sara, Karen, Hannah, and John unravel Gallup's most recent study of the American workplace and the steep decline in em…

Can empathy and care…

Can empathy and care in leadership truly transform the workplace? Join us as Sara, Karen, Hannah, and John unravel Gallup's most recent study of the American workplace and the steep decline in employee engagement in the U.S. And while the numbers may seem discouraging, the RGV team offers up some immediate and practical steps to reverse this trend.Click HERE to read the latest report from GallupClick HERE to learn about PI"s PERFORM platformHERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM REAL GOOD VENTURES:Never miss a good opportunity to learn from a bad boss...We use The Predictive Index as our analytics …

Unlock the secrets of the Maverick mindset and transform your workplace dynamics with our fascinating exploration into the Maverick Reference Profile. Ever wondered what drives these innovative and in…

Unlock the secrets o…

Unlock the secrets of the Maverick mindset and transform your workplace dynamics with our fascinating exploration into the Maverick Reference Profile. Ever wondered what drives these innovative and independent thinkers to push boundaries and embrace challenges? Join us as we promise to unravel the core traits of the people who push the boundaries!Click HERE for a short video about the Maverick.Click HERE to get your very own Reference Profile.Related TBC Episodes:Head, Heart, and BriefcaseThe Collaborator ManagerThe Operator ManagerThe Promoter ManagerThe Altruist ManagerThe Strategist Manager…

Unlock the secrets of sustainable leadership with Lorri Slesh, a contributing author to "The Sixth Level: Capitalize on the Power of Women's Psychology for Sustainable Leadership."  Discover how…

Unlock the secrets o…

Unlock the secrets of sustainable leadership with Lorri Slesh, a contributing author to "The Sixth Level: Capitalize on the Power of Women's Psychology for Sustainable Leadership."  Discover how the often-overlooked psychological strengths of women can transform organizational dynamics. Lorri shares her expertise in fostering strategic Growth and collaborative teams, challenging outdated stereotypes, and emphasizing the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership. Learn how recognizing the "water" — the unseen environment influencing perspectives — can revolutionize the way we…

Could you be unwittingly venturing into Bosshole® territory without even knowing it? Tune in to our latest series, "You Might Be a Boss Hole If," where I team up with my good friend and business part…

Could you be unwitti…

Could you be unwittingly venturing into Bosshole® territory without even knowing it? Tune in to our latest series, "You Might Be a Boss Hole If," where I team up with my good friend and business partner, Sara Best, to explore the subtle yet significant behaviors that may be affecting your team's engagement.HERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM REAL GOOD VENTURES:Never miss a good opportunity to learn from a bad boss...Click HERE to get your very own Reference Profile.  We use The Predictive Index as our analytics platform so you know it's validated and reliable.  Your Reference Profile inf…