As CEO of Simon Leadership Alliance, Mitch brings decades of experience in leadership development, organizational change, and team performance optimization. He's known for his unique approach to leadership, blending traditional Wisdom with cutting-edge strategies to inspire teams to reach new heights.
Mitch's influence extends beyond the boardroom as the host of the Team Anywhere Podcast, where he shares insights, interviews, and strategies for building high-performing teams in today's remote and distributed work environments. With his engaging style and wealth of knowledge, Mitch empowers listeners to lead with confidence and adaptability, no matter where their teams are located.
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In the latest episode of "Team Anywhere," hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into contemporary challenges in organizational cultures, specifically focusing on human-centric leadership. They disc…
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In the latest episode of "Team Anywhere," hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into contemporary challenges in organizational cultures, specifically focusing on human-centric leadership. They discuss the contrasting telework policies of the IRS and DOD, highlighting the DOD’s push towards flexible work arrangements to attract talent and stay competitive. The episode emphasizes the need for training DOD managers in outcome-based leadership and maintaining effective communication in remote settings. The hosts also explore the implications of the IRS’s mandatory office return policy, prob…
In this episode of Team Anywhere, hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into the increasing need for human-centric leadership, particularly for Gen Z who seek purposeful work. They highlight how 54…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into the increasing need for human-centric leadership, particularly for Gen Z who seek purposeful work. They highlight how 54% of Gen Z workers feel disengaged, urging leaders to infuse joy into the workplace to retain young talent. Through frameworks like Task Relevant Maturity (TRM), they explore how intentional leadership and mentoring can enhance job satisfaction and performance. The episode emphasizes cultivating a work environment where tasks are interesting, challenging, rewarding, and fun, and the importance of …
In this episode of “Team Anywhere,” hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into the essential role of human-centric leadership in remote work. They uncover how the best remote managers serve as …
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In this episode of “Team Anywhere,” hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into the essential role of human-centric leadership in remote work. They uncover how the best remote managers serve as facilitators and coaches, nurturing environments where individuals thrive autonomously. Emphasizing the shift in workers' roles, they discuss Brett's Inspire Teams course, aimed at empowering remote team members with enhanced cultural and collaboration skills. Exploring challenges like "hybrid work friction," Brett and Mitch advocate for clear leadership strategies that align culture and responsib…
In this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch and Brett highlight the critical role of human-centric leadership in thriving hybrid workplaces. Brett Putter reveals how connectedness is fostered through stra…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch and Brett highlight the critical role of human-centric leadership in thriving hybrid workplaces. Brett Putter reveals how connectedness is fostered through strategic structures rather than just physical presence. Focusing on emotional proximity, they explore one-on-one meetings as a trust-building tool and the importance of managers knowing their team members' personal and professional landscapes. The episode underscores intentional engagement, celebrating "moments that matter," and understanding the human aspect of remote work. Successful hybrid strateg…
In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon interviews Greg Spira, a business advisor with Oliver White, about building trust in high-performing teams. Greg shares insights from his book, "Trus…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon interviews Greg Spira, a business advisor with Oliver White, about building trust in high-performing teams. Greg shares insights from his book, "Trust the Plan, Demand Management for Business Leaders," emphasizing the importance of trust, reliability, and predictability in team dynamics. He discusses the impact of Legacy perspectives on leadership and the need for leaders to prioritize building trust in the workplace. Greg offers practical tools and examples to help leaders foster trust in virtual and hybrid work environments and highlights th…
In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon chats with Jake Kurtz, CEO of Brick Media, about his revolutionary implementation of a 4-day workweek. Focused on human-centric leadership, Kurtz sha…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon chats with Jake Kurtz, CEO of Brick Media, about his revolutionary implementation of a 4-day workweek. Focused on human-centric leadership, Kurtz shares insights on how prioritizing employee well-being led to remarkable business Growth and a happier, more committed team. This episode delves into how Brick Media's approach challenges the conventional 5-day workweek, fosters work-life balance, and positions the company as an attractive employer while maintaining client satisfaction.Learn more inside this week's Team Anywhere episode by clicking …
In this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch Simon converses with Melissa Romo, seasoned business leader and author, delving into the essential qualities of human-centric leadership for remote teams. Melis…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch Simon converses with Melissa Romo, seasoned business leader and author, delving into the essential qualities of human-centric leadership for remote teams. Melissa shares insights from her book "Your Resource is Human," advocating for empathy, joy, and connection—vital elements that foster Innovation and productivity remotely.She underscores the role of emotions in leadership, emphasizing emotional contagion and the value of companionate love that boosts team performance. Throughout the episode, Melissa and Mitch explore strategies for overcoming remote…
In this episode of Team Anywhere, I interviewed Jessica Weiss, a TEDx speaker and happiness expert. Jessica emphasizes the importance of human-centric leadership within organizations, particularly in …
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, I interviewed Jessica Weiss, a TEDx speaker and happiness expert. Jessica emphasizes the importance of human-centric leadership within organizations, particularly in the context of hybrid and virtual team management. She highlights the essential role of fostering friendships at work, aligning individual strengths with meaningful work, and recognizing the importance of making progress for generating happiness and productivity. Jessica also candidly shares her own happiness journey, including her insights on delivering a TEDx talk.Chapters:0:00 - Preview1:10 - I…
In this episode of Team Anywhere, guest Steven Howard, author of "Humony Leadership," shares insights on the importance of human-centric leadership. Steven emphasizes the need to unlearn traditional m…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, guest Steven Howard, author of "Humony Leadership," shares insights on the importance of human-centric leadership. Steven emphasizes the need to unlearn traditional management approaches and relearn to lead with a focus on people. He discusses the impact of the pandemic on leadership, highlighting the need for leaders to prioritize their team's well-being and individual responsibilities. Steven also explores the components of human-centered leadership, including humanity, harmony, and the measurement of workplace harmony. Listeners gain valuable insights into …
In this episode of Team Anywhere, Centura Wealth Advisory joins host Mitch Simon to share their experience with the "Inspired Teams" program and its impact on their company culture. The team at Centur…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, Centura Wealth Advisory joins host Mitch Simon to share their experience with the "Inspired Teams" program and its impact on their company culture. The team at Centura discusses the importance of human-centric leadership, transparency, and open communication in creating a positive work environment.They emphasize the value of individual development, authentic conversations, and emotional intelligence in attracting and retaining top talent. The program's focus on empowering employees to take responsibility for team and company success, as well as fostering trans…
In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon speaks with father and son duo, David and Colton Chorpenning, about their book "What the F is Next: The No BS Guide to Getting What You Really Want."…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon speaks with father and son duo, David and Colton Chorpenning, about their book "What the F is Next: The No BS Guide to Getting What You Really Want." The Chorpennings share their research-based, step-by-step process designed to help individuals identify their passions, set intentions, and achieve success in their personal and professional lives. With a focus on appreciative inquiry and intentionality, they illustrate how their process has helped individuals find Clarity in their desired paths.Chapters:0:00 - Preview0:39 - Introduction1:12 - Ep…
In today’s episode of Team Anywhere, I interviewed Amy Anderson, the co-founder of Wild Coffee Marketing. Amy shares her insights on building engagement and a strong company culture in a distributed…
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In today’s episode of Team Anywhere, I interviewed Amy Anderson, the co-founder of Wild Coffee Marketing. Amy shares her insights on building engagement and a strong company culture in a distributed team. Through her human-centric approach to leadership, Amy demonstrates the value of genuinely caring for employees and creating a supportive work environment.Chapters:0:00 - Episode Trailer0:40 - Introduction1:13 - Episode start2:26 - Why Trust is Dying3:20 - Creating a Great Remote Culture5:40 - What is an Employee-led Economy6:47 - The Story Behind Wild Coffee Marketing10:15 - How to Manage a…
In this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch Simon interviews Ollie Lingwood-Craddock, the CEO of Rungway, a platform that promotes effective communication and authentic dialogue in organizations. They dis…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch Simon interviews Ollie Lingwood-Craddock, the CEO of Rungway, a platform that promotes effective communication and authentic dialogue in organizations. They discuss the importance of human-centric leadership and how Rungway's employee listening platform helps leaders connect with their workforce and understand what is really happening in their organization.Lingwood-Craddock emphasizes the need for leaders to step outside their normal network to gain a broader perspective and address emerging issues. The conversation explores the value of anonymity in ena…
In this episode of Team Anywhere, we explore the power of human-centric leadership with guests Three Carpenter and Jackie Carpenter. They discuss the importance of creating a culture where individuals…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, we explore the power of human-centric leadership with guests Three Carpenter and Jackie Carpenter. They discuss the importance of creating a culture where individuals feel valued and connected, rather than just focusing on productivity.From improving team dynamics to fostering a sense of community, the speakers share their experiences in transforming workplace cultures. They delve into the topic of loneliness in the modern world, particularly in virtual environments, and the need for companies to address this issue. Discover the impact of human-centric leaders…
In this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch Simon welcomes guest Matt Abrahams, a renowned strategic communication expert and host of the podcast "Think Fast, Talk Smart." Matt discusses his journey into …
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch Simon welcomes guest Matt Abrahams, a renowned strategic communication expert and host of the podcast "Think Fast, Talk Smart." Matt discusses his journey into the world of communication, from a 14-year-old boy facing a public speaking mishap to becoming a lecturer at Stanford's Graduate School of Business. They dive into the importance of managing Anxiety in communication and how great communicators focus on serving their audience. Matt's upcoming book, "Think Faster, Talk Smarter," offers practical tips and stories to enhance communication skills. Tune…
In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon explores the concept of human-centric leadership with guest Jacob Morgan. They dive into the importance of vulnerability in leadership, discussing ho…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon explores the concept of human-centric leadership with guest Jacob Morgan. They dive into the importance of vulnerability in leadership, discussing how being genuine and authentic can build stronger connections and trust within a team. Jacob shares insights from his research and interviews with CEOs, highlighting the shift towards embracing vulnerability in the modern workplace. From climbing the vulnerability mountain to intentional sharing and building Relationships, Jacob and Mitch provide practical strategies for leaders to cultivate human-…
In this episode of Team Anywhere with Gwen Stirling Wilkie, we delve into the importance of human-centric leadership in hybrid work environments. She discusses the need for setting boundaries and flex…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere with Gwen Stirling Wilkie, we delve into the importance of human-centric leadership in hybrid work environments. She discusses the need for setting boundaries and flexibility within senior teams, sharing examples of how organizations have reimagined their workspaces and strategies. The guests explore the concept of "omni-working," emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive and thriving work environments. She also discusses the paradigm shift in leadership, highlighting the growing need for co-creation and active leadership as we Team Anywhere.READ THE FUL…
In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon welcomes Libby Sander to discuss the importance of human-centric leadership in remote work and office environments. They explore how our physical env…
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In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon welcomes Libby Sander to discuss the importance of human-centric leadership in remote work and office environments. They explore how our physical environment impacts productivity, collaboration, and well-being, emphasizing the need for diverse and flexible workspaces. The discussion also highlights the changing expectations and priorities of today's work. The episode calls for a shift in leadership approaches and office design to meet the evolving needs of employees and create environments that foster creativity, engagement, and success as we …