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Within the last decade, in many circles, the term DEI has taken on a rather unappealing and controversial place in the world of work.  What if Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) isn't just a…

Within the last deca…

Within the last decade, in many circles, the term DEI has taken on a rather unappealing and controversial place in the world of work.  What if Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) isn't just a buzzword but an important element for thriving organizations? Join us as we chat with the esteemed Dr. Sandra Upton, a leading DEI expert, to debunk the misconceptions and highlight the real potential of DEI initiatives.Click HERE for Dr. Upton's LinkedIn profileClick HERE to purchase Dr. Upton's book, Make it LastClick HERE for Dr. Upton's websiteRelated Episodes:Charkie Quarcoo -…

Ever wonder how a "design tyrant" transforms into an empathetic leader? Richard Lee takes us on his compelling journey, sharing how he evolved from a manager who ruled with an iron fist to one who lea…

Ever wonder how a "d…

Ever wonder how a "design tyrant" transforms into an empathetic leader? Richard Lee takes us on his compelling journey, sharing how he evolved from a manager who ruled with an iron fist to one who leads with patience and understanding. This episode is a reminder that personal growth and learning are a lifelong pursuit.Click HERE to go to the Neuro-osity websiteClick HERE for Dr. Megan Anna Neff's Divergent Conversations podcastClick HERE for the Divergent Insights blog from Dr. Megan Anna NeffRelated TBC Episodes:Nancy Disbrow - Working in the World of NeurodiversityHERE ARE MORE RESOURCE…

Ever wondered how a workplace optimist navigates through the storm of burnout? Join us for Part 2 of our discussion with Jason Lauritsen, who opens up about his profound journey from the brink of exha…

Ever wondered how a …

Ever wondered how a workplace optimist navigates through the storm of burnout? Join us for Part 2 of our discussion with Jason Lauritsen, who opens up about his profound journey from the brink of exhaustion to a place of renewed strength and purpose. This two-part episode offers an intimate look at how Jason's experiences have shaped his perspectives on leadership and Self-Care.Click HERE for Jason's websiteClick HERE to connect with Jason on LinkedIn Click HERE for Laurie Santos' video "What is Burnout?"Jason's burnout blog posts:Sending My Kids Back to School Broke MeBurn…

Ever wondered how a workplace optimist navigates through the storm of burnout? Join us as we welcome back Jason Lauritsen, who opens up about his profound journey from the brink of exhaustion to a pla…

Ever wondered how a …

Ever wondered how a workplace optimist navigates through the storm of burnout? Join us as we welcome back Jason Lauritsen, who opens up about his profound journey from the brink of exhaustion to a place of renewed strength and purpose. This two-part episode offers an intimate look at how Jason's experiences have shaped his perspectives on leadership and Self-Care.Click HERE for Jason's websiteClick HERE to connect with Jason on LinkedIn  Click HERE for Laurie Santos' video "What is Burnout?"Jason's burnout blog posts:Sending My Kids Back to School Broke MeBurnout and Putti…

Poor job fit is more costly than you might think, both in dollars and human potential. Join us on The Bosshole® Chronicles for an insightful discussion with Sara and John as we explore how optimizing…

Poor job fit is more…

Poor job fit is more costly than you might think, both in dollars and human potential. Join us on The Bosshole® Chronicles for an insightful discussion with Sara and John as we explore how optimizing your hiring, recruiting, and onboarding practices can prevent these costly missteps.Related episodes:Head, Heart, and BriefcaseProfiles Under PressureThe Forces of DisengagementHERE 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 kno…

What happens when a seemingly supportive boss turns the tables with baffling criticism?  Join us as we welcome Jill Hofmans, the Executive Director of the Conway Center for Family Business in Columbu…

What happens when a …

What happens when a seemingly supportive boss turns the tables with baffling criticism?  Join us as we welcome Jill Hofmans, the Executive Director of the Conway Center for Family Business in Columbus, Ohio, who opens up about an unforgettable Bosshole® experience that shaped her leadership philosophy. Click HERE for the Conway Center for Family Business websiteClick HERE to connect to Jill via LinkedInHERE 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…

What is the secret to turning good managers into great leaders? In our latest episode, we sit down with Bjorn Billhardt, CEO of Abilitie and co-author of "The 12-Week MBA," to uncover the answer. We d…

What is the secret t…

What is the secret to turning good managers into great leaders? In our latest episode, we sit down with Bjorn Billhardt, CEO of Abilitie and co-author of "The 12-Week MBA," to uncover the answer. We delve into his passion for technology, education, and entertainment, which led him to pioneer interactive simulations that revolutionize corporate training.  Click HERE to connect with Bjorn on LinkedInClick HERE for Abilitie's websiteClick HERE to purchase Bjorn's book The 12-Week MBAOther related episodes:The Hero and the GuideHERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM REAL GOOD VENTURES:Never miss …

Uncover the enduring wisdom of wartime leadership with our esteemed guest, Rod Sanders, a US Army veteran and corporate executive, as he draws from the harrowing yet inspiring tales of Easy Company in…

Uncover the enduring…

Uncover the enduring wisdom of wartime leadership with our esteemed guest, Rod Sanders, a US Army veteran and corporate executive, as he draws from the harrowing yet inspiring tales of Easy Company in HBO’s "Band of Brothers." This episode promises to bridge the gap between historic military strategy and contemporary leadership practices, all through the lens of the 101st Airborne Division's storied legacy.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 Ind…

Embark with us on a life-altering journey as Mark Ostach, a luminary in the fields of mental, emotional, and digital health, returns to share pivotal insights in our grand finale of Mental Health Awar…

Embark with us on a …

Embark with us on a life-altering journey as Mark Ostach, a luminary in the fields of mental, emotional, and digital health, returns to share pivotal insights in our grand finale of Mental Health Awareness Month. Click HERE for Mark's websiteClick HERE for Mark's LinkedIn profileClick HERE to purchase Mark's Gratitude JournalClick HERE to download Mark's book "If You Really Knew Me..."Click HERE to purchase Mark's book "Courage to Connect"Click HERE to enjoy Mark's podcastClick HERE to get Mark's newsletterOther related TBC episodes:Mark Ostach - If You Real…

When Tara Giuliano, CMO of Nuveen, shares her remarkable story of triumph and transformation, it's not just about her rise to the top of the financial world. It's a journey deeply intertwine…

When Tara Giuliano, …

When Tara Giuliano, CMO of Nuveen, shares her remarkable story of triumph and transformation, it's not just about her rise to the top of the financial world. It's a journey deeply intertwined with lessons on nurturing mental well-being amidst the pressures of high-stakes success. Click HERE for Tara's LinkedIn profileClick HERE to see Tara's videoHERE 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&apos…

Real Good Ventures is hosting a free webinar on Thursday, June 6th at 1:00 PM ET to showcase our newest module within The Predictive Index platform called Perform.  This module is a central "hub" for…

Real Good Ventures i…

Real Good Ventures is hosting a free webinar on Thursday, June 6th at 1:00 PM ET to showcase our newest module within The Predictive Index platform called Perform.  This module is a central "hub" for all critical things related to managers and their direct reports.  Schedules, goals, tasks, Coaching, feedback sessions, and even 360 evaluations - they are all here in Perform.Click HERE to register for the Perform webinarClick HERE to download information about PerformClick HERE to download more information about the Perform webinarSend us a Text Message.

Mental Health Awareness Month 2024 continues with Part 2 of Sara's discussion with Unni Turrettini.  As a consultant, author, and speaker, Unni helps us understand how loneliness (especially in …

Mental Health Awaren…

Mental Health Awareness Month 2024 continues with Part 2 of Sara's discussion with Unni Turrettini.  As a consultant, author, and speaker, Unni helps us understand how loneliness (especially in leadership) can become overwhelming to the point that it stifles our effectiveness and sours our relationships.  Middle managers are experiencing burnout which often includes a sense of loneliness.  Great guidance will be found here.Click HERE for Unni's websiteClick HERE for Unni's LinkedIn pageListen to these related episodes:Sara and John - On Being the Right SizeHERE ARE MORE RESOU…

As we kick off Mental Health Awareness Month 2024, we welcome Unni Turrettini.  As a consultant, author, and speaker, Unni helps us understand how loneliness (especially in leadership) can become ove…

As we kick off Menta…

As we kick off Mental Health Awareness Month 2024, we welcome Unni Turrettini.  As a consultant, author, and speaker, Unni helps us understand how loneliness (especially in leadership) can become overwhelming to the point that it stifles our effectiveness and sours our relationships.  Middle managers are experiencing burnout which often includes a sense of loneliness.  Great guidance will be found here.Click HERE to see and purchase Unni's booksClick HERE for Unni's InstagramClick HERE for Unni's website   Click HERE for Unni's LinkedIn pageHERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM…

Have you ever felt like an imposter in your own life, grappling with self-doubt and a lack of authenticity?  Kamini Wood, the creative mind behind Live Joy Your Way and the Authentic Me Rise Up Progr…

Have you ever felt l…

Have you ever felt like an imposter in your own life, grappling with self-doubt and a lack of authenticity?  Kamini Wood, the creative mind behind Live Joy Your Way and the Authentic Me Rise Up Program, joins us to unravel these complex feelings and guide listeners toward a life of genuine self-discovery and empowerment. Click HERE for Kamini's websiteClick HERE for Kamini's LinkedIn pageHERE 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 analy…

Navigating the high-stakes world of organ donation requires a leader with not only a strong backbone but a heart full of passion; Dorrie Dils is that leader. Her ascent from the front lines of critica…

Navigating the high-…

Navigating the high-stakes world of organ donation requires a leader with not only a strong backbone but a heart full of passion; Dorrie Dils is that leader. Her ascent from the front lines of critical care nursing to the helm of Gift of Life Michigan is a story of tenacity, vision, and unyielding dedication to a life-saving mission and avoiding The Bosshole® Zone.Related TBC episodes:Is it a Bosshole or a Tormentor?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…

Have you ever sent a cold email that changed your life? Ryan Hawk and Brook Cupps might just convince you of the magic such an action can hold. This episode unveils their remarkable journey together, …

Have you ever sent a…

Have you ever sent a cold email that changed your life? Ryan Hawk and Brook Cupps might just convince you of the magic such an action can hold. This episode unveils their remarkable journey together, from a serendipitous encounter to co-authoring "The Score That Matters." Their partnership is a touching narrative of how leadership can profoundly affect the youth and the significance of uplifting those around us. Click HERE to get a copy of Brook and Ryan's book The Score That MattersClick HERE for Ryan's websiteRelated TBC episodes:Ryan Hawk - The Pursuit of Excellence (Part 1)Ryan …

Meet Melissa Llarena! Another great connection I made at PodFest 2024 with her own Bosshole® experiences that have shaped a really unique message and methodology for Mom Entrepreneurs.  This is a sp…

Meet Melissa Llarena…

Meet Melissa Llarena! Another great connection I made at PodFest 2024 with her own Bosshole® experiences that have shaped a really unique message and methodology for Mom Entrepreneurs.  This is a special episode for all our working Moms out there in The Bosshole® Transformation Nation!Click HERE for Melissa's book "Fertile Imagination - Every Mom's Superpower"Click HERE to check out the Unimaginable Wellness podcastClick HERE for Melissa's websiteClick HERE for Melissa's LinkedIn profileClick HERE for Melissa's free webinar Mom Mogul MakeoverClick HERE to schedule a…

Always good to be back in the studio with my friend and colleague Karen Shulman! This week we tackle the challenge of Moving into management for the first time and how to do it without falling into Th…

Always good to be ba…

Always good to be back in the studio with my friend and colleague Karen Shulman! This week we tackle the challenge of Moving into management for the first time and how to do it without falling into The Bosshole® Zone.  Enjoy!Related TBC episodes:Making Mini Me'sIs it a Bosshole or a Tormentor?Jason Lauritsen - The Check-In Method™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. …