Work Positive

Ep 063: Defeat Busyness. Do Business

Do you remember a country song by Alabama whose lyrics went something like this?I’m in a hurry to get things done,I rush and rush until life’s no fun.All I really have to do is live and die.I’m in a hurry and don’t know why…?Does that sound like your song? There’s a significant difference between busyness and business at work.Which does your work culture support?Discover how to defeat a culture of busyness and do business on this episode of the Work Positive Podcast as Dr. Joey interviews Robert and Kay Lee Fukui. The Fukuis are the founders of Power Couples by Design™. They know how impossible it is to avoid bringing work home. After winning awards for helping corporations create long-term profitability and sustainability in their businesses, Kay Lee and Robert wove together corporate best practices with the heart of family businesses. Listen now and discover: *the impact of busyness and its negative effects on productivity and well-being. *how to reassess work-life balance, value delegation, and build effective teams for a healthier work approach. *the importance of character in hiring decisions. Listen to the podcast Power Up Your Marriage and Business https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/power-up-your-marriage-and-business/id1487687459Order copy of Tandem book athttps://www.thetandembook.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 062: How to Build a People-First Culture

If I survey the people you work with, what would they say about you when I ask this question: Does (insert your name here) value the people they work with? How do you know?”Now you might say, “Sure I value the people I work with.” But how can they tell? Steve Browne is Dr. Joey’s guest on this episode of the Work Positive podcast. He’s known as one who sees and shows the value of people. He’s a storyteller who brings life to work. By day, he’s the Chief People Officer for LaRosa’s, a restaurant chain in Ohio and Indiana with 11 locations. By night, he’s the author of HR Unleashed!!, HR Rising!!, and HR on Purpose!! If you’ve been to a SHRM meeting lately, you know Steve Browne!Steve and Dr. Joey talk about how to show you value people and the hallmark characteristics of companies that do. Some of these qualities are:☀️ open communication, respect, and guest care are more than talked about and instead actively practiced daily.☀️ coaching employees and focusing on their strengths, which develops consistency in the company's culture.☀️ treating employees with respect and dignity which creates a positive work culture.Insert Amazon links to Steve’s 3 books into these titles:HR Unleashed!! HR-Unleashed-Developing-DifferenceHR Rising!!  HR Rising!! HR on Purpose!!  - HR on Purpose!! Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveb5/ Visit website: https://www.sbrownehr.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 061: Connect More Deeply with Better Communication

Robin Dreeke is an expert in both. He’s a former Marine Corps Officer and retired FBI Special Agent who recruited spies. That’s right, he served as Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program. When he retired, Robin went from recruiting spies to recruiting allies in business.As an Executive Coach and best-selling author, Robin translates his expertise into his unique Interpersonal Communication Strategies that focuses on trust and solutions as key ingredients in leading a positive work culture.Listen as Dr. Joey interviews Robin about how:☀️ building trust starts with establishing rapport, which evolves into trust.☀️ adaptability and prioritizing people and the mission supersedes rigid Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).☀️ effective leadership within teams focuses on authenticity, transparency, and collaboration which are crucial for fostering a positive work culture.Check out Robin’s book here: https://www.peopleformula.com/the-booksGo to his website: https://www.peopleformula.com/Reach out to him: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rdreeke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 060: Design a High Performance Culture

The holidays just cranked up. Are you already feeling burned out? Over 1 out of 2 of your colleagues are.Disengaged? Gallup says 85% of us are. On an underperforming team? That’s tough sledding. If you answered yes to any of these 3 questions, this episode of the Work Positive Podcast is for you. Dr. Joey interviews Jimmy Burroughes about what it takes to build a high-performance culture that delivers results. Jimmy realized that traditional approaches to leadership and high-performance team programs leave leaders and teams burned out, disengaged, and underperforming. Join Dr. Joey’s conversation with Jimmy and discover how: 🌞 leader and employee weekly, meaningful conversations are essential to high performance and engagement. 🌞 regular, short breaks to “think about nothing” spark your brain's creativity and problem-solving capabilities, and combat burnout. 🌞 a balance between driving high performance and caring for employee well-being is crucial for a positive work culture.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 059: Strengthen Culture through Active Listening

How would you describe your influence at work? Highly influential? Somewhat? Barely?One of the keys to creating a positive work culture that connects people and profits is your ability to influence that culture. Dr. Joey’s guest on this episode of the Work Positive Podcast is Josh Elledge, a seasoned entrepreneur known for propelling leaders like you to up their influence. In fact, he named his company, Up MY Influence. Find out how you up your influence as you:☀️ prioritize communication using tools that ensure your interconnected, smooth collaboration even in virtual cultures.☀️ gain trust through transparent sharing about company goals and values.☀️ respect clear boundaries that protect personal time and enhance work culture.Connect with Josh: https://upmyinfluence.com/LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshelledge/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 058: Lead with Authenticity for a Positive Work Culture

Dr. Joey’s guest, Scott Agnew, is the master of the One Thing. He’s highly regarded as a thought leader in real estate and leadership with over 40 years of experience. He’s passionate about supporting, guiding, and encouraging others to achieve extraordinary results.Discover how to do YOUR one thing on this episode of the Work Positive Podcast as Scott describes the importance of.balancing results and team well-being.
self-leadership that prioritizes development and models continuous improvement.
authentic leadership based on a positive mindset.
Reach out to Scott via his website and you can order his book and Get The FREE Report, “The Top 10 Mistakes That Prevent You From Being A Long-Term Leader,” And Set Out On Your Personal Journey To Become The Leader You've Always Dreamed Of. Website: www.longtermleader.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 057: Attract and Elevate Top Talent

How do you attract top talent in today’s fast-changing hiring landscape? Andrea Hoffer is Dr. Joey’s guest on this episode of the Work Positive Podcast. She understands the concern and can answer the question. Her new book Hire Higher provides valuable insights on how to identify and attract top talent. Listen as she discusses best practices like onboarding for long-term success with us today. Discover how to create a Work Positive culture and:1.    communicate your company's culture consistently to attract and keep the right talent.2.    provide tools and career growth discussions so people grow.3.    balance technology and the need for the human touch. Visit Andrea @www.aharecruitingexperts.com and get social with her on IG | FaceBook | Twitter | Linkedin | Youtube Order the book on https://hirehigher.aharecruitingexperts.com/getbook (need to check link as it is down at the time I am adding this)____________________________________________________________  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 056: Cultivate Clarity to Empower Teams

Does it ever seem like there's YOU everybody experiences at work, and then there's an ideal YOU? An ideal YOU who's different from that “other” you?How do you close the gap between these two you’s to level up across all areas of life and work positively?Dr Joey’s guest, Brett Baughman, is a best-selling author and was voted the top business coach to work within 2023 by Apple News. Discover how you become your IDEAL YOU and create a positive work culture with:🌟 Clarity that creates a positive work culture as you understand your passions and motivations to become your best self.🌟 Growth as you step out of your comfort zone, embrace discomfort, and conquer challenges.🌟 Teamwork and communication that resolve disagreements within your company.Connect with Brett:Website
Action Mastery Retreats presents "The Awakening" in Tulum November 2023
LinkedIn
Instagram - @bybrettbaughman
Join one of my Free Inspirational Breathwork Journeys
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Ep 055: Listen Better to Foster Empathy

☀️ How much empathy does your work culture have? The Chinese use two characters to represent the word crisis. One denotes danger, the other, opportunity. Dr. Joey’s guest on this episode of the Work Positive podcast, Rob Volpe, says most work cultures have an empathy crisis. This empathy crisis is dangerous because we miss connecting with our work and each other. Yet the empathy crisis is also an opportunity. Let's focus on the opportunity today and discover how you can bring more empathy into your work culture.Key Takeaways:🌞 Understand the Empathy Crisis including the factors that contribute to this decline, and recognize their impact.🌞 Implement the 5 Steps that Foster Empathy from Rob’s book, Tell Me More About That: Solving the Empathy Crisis One Conversation at a Time.🌞 Explore the Benefits of an Empathetic Work Culture like collaboration, higher retention rates, and greater inclusion.If you're interested in learning more about Rob Volpe and his work on empathy, you can find him on social media as the "Empathy Activist" or visit his website at Rob Volpe's Website. His book, "Tell Me More About That: Solving the Empathy Crisis One Conversation at a Time," is also available for those who want to delve deeper into the topic. You can find more information about his books here. 📚 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 054: Build a Culture that Attracts the Best

Do you ever feel lost at work? Like you’re just one among many? That you’re invisible?Dr Joey’s guest on this episode of the Work Positive podcast is the Culture Pro Nicole Turner. She unlocks the secrets to crafting a people-centered work culture where everyone is seen and grows. Nicole also shares her wisdom as a roadmap for creating thriving, people-centered work cultures.Listen to discover how you:🌞 celebrate wins and build on positive strengths.🌞 magnetize top talent and encourage risk-taking.🌞 leverage failure as a learning opportunity for innovation.Connect with Nicole: Book: https://www.nicolelturner.com/booksEmail: nicole@nicolelturner.comhttps://www.nicolelturner.com/X https://twitter.com/TheCultureProLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/theculturepro/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theculturepro/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices