Work Positive

Ep 031: Rescue Your Positive Work Culture with CPR

Dr. Joey Faucette welcomes Nick Sonnenberg on the Work Positive Podcast to discuss ways to improve work culture and productivity. Sonnenberg shares his CPR method, emphasizing the importance of using the right tools correctly at the right time.Nick Sonnenberg is an entrepreneur, Inc. columnist, guest lecturer at Columbia University, and the author of Come Up for Air. He is the founder and CEO of Leverage, a leading operational efficiency consultancy that helps companies implement his CPR® Business Efficiency Framework, resulting in greater output and less stress for employees.Here are six tips to elevate HR, improve company culture, and create a positive work culture:🌞: Encourage open communication between HR and employees to meet everyone's needs and concerns. Sonnenberg highlights the importance of employee-centric operations.🌞: Develop a culture of continuous learning and growth. Provide opportunities for employees to learn new skills and advance in their careers to keep them engaged and motivated.🌞 Prioritize creating a work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Celebrate differences and prioritize creating a safe and inclusive space for all employees.🌞 Identify the right tools and systems that work for you and your team. Sonnenberg recommends experimenting with different tools until you find what works.🌞: Create a process that utilizes these tools effectively. Develop and stick to a plan to ensure everyone is on the same page.🌞 Focus your energy and effort on the right tasks. Prioritize your workload and delegate tasks to avoid burnout.Sonnenberg says, "When you can streamline and automate things, you can have more capacity to expand and do more things." By utilizing the CPR method, you can rescue your work culture and gain an extra full day per week in productivity.More about Nick: The CPR (Communication, Planning, and Resources) Framework consistently results in greater output, less stress, happier employees, and the potential to gain an extra full day per week in productivity per person—just by using the right tools correctly at the right time. Nick and his team have worked with organizations of all sizes and across all industries, from high-growth startups to Fortune 10.Get in touch with Nick Sonnenberg: Instagram: @NicholasSonnenbergTwitter: @Nick_SonnenbergFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NicholasSonnenbergLeverage/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicksonnenberg/Link to Nick's New Book: https://comeupforair.com/Tired of negative work conversations? Get positive with the free course from Dr. Joey Faucette, Something to Talk About https://www.workpositive.today/somethingtotalkabout.#ComeUpForAir #NickSonnenberg #OperationalEfficiencySecondary Hashtags: #Productivity #Operations #Business Growth #culturecounts #workpositivetoday #workpositie #drjoeyfaucette Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 030: Achieve a Positive Work Culture through Mission & Vision.

In this episode of the Work Positive Podcast, host Dr. Joey Faucette speaks with Stephanie Rowan-Waller, the Director of Human Resources at '58 Foundations, about cultivating a positive work culture by aligning mission and vision. Stephanie shares her insights on attracting top talent and keeping them engaged by understanding their skills and abilities, aligning their mission with the company's, and providing opportunities for growth and contribution. She emphasizes the importance of building relationships and creating an enjoyable work environment.'58 Foundations is a home repair company that has been in business for over 60 years and prides itself on providing trusted five-star service to its customers. The company has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2021 honor by The USA Today Network and technology partner Energage for its commitment to 15 culture drivers critical to the success of any organization.Listen to this episode to hear the following key strategies: ☀️ Align your company's mission and vision with the values and goals of your employees. This creates a sense of purpose and belonging that can foster a positive work culture.☀️ Communication is vital to building solid relationships with your employees. Be willing to listen to their feedback and concerns and actively work to address them.☀️ Recognize and celebrate your employees' contributions, both big and small. This can boost morale and reinforce a sense of teamwork and collaboration.☀️ Offer opportunities for growth and development, and empower your employees to take on new challenges and responsibilities. This can help keep them engaged and motivated and foster a culture of continuous learning.☀️ Lead by example and model the values and behaviors you want to see in your employees. This can create a culture of trust and respect and help ensure that everyone is rowing in the same direction toward shared goals.'58 Foundations provides basement waterproofing, crawlspace encapsulation, foundation repair, and mold remediation solutions for homes and commercial properties with a promise of Trusted Five-Star Service.Website: https://58foundations.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/58foundationsandwaterproofingYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDTz4oZDJ3Py4-5eg15rjxwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/58foundations/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/58-foundations/Get in touch with Stephanie https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-rowan-waller-b56a897/Tired of negative work conversations? Get positive with the free course, Something to Talk About https://www.workpositive.today/somethingtotalkabout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 029: Unlocking the Potential Of Your Team

In episode 29 of the Work Positive podcast, host Dr. Joey Faucette speaks with Jennifer McClure to discuss the importance of creating a positive work culture by understanding the relevance of work and equity of exchange for employees. Jennifer emphasizes the need for leaders to get to know their employees and structure their work to align with their interests and strengths. They also discuss the challenges leaders face in making statements that prove the relevance of work and equity of exchange. Jennifer suggests scheduling regular conversations with employees as a practical step toward creating a positive work culture. The podcast highlights the evolving role of employees as stakeholders and the need for leaders to invest in their people for long-term business success.Here is what to expect on this week’s show:  ☀️ Jennifer McClure emphasizes the importance of relevance and equity of exchange in employee engagement.☀️ To create engagement, employees must feel that their work matters and that their time, energy, and talent are being exchanged for something relevant.☀️ Leaders should take the time to understand their team members and what matters to them to connect their work with meaning and purpose.☀️ Leaders should regularly schedule conversations with each of their employees to check progress, goals, and struggles and offer support.☀️ Understanding the challenges of engaging employees in today's work world is key to creating a positive work culture that fosters innovation, agility, and talent retention.☀️Technology can be leveraged to know team members better and create connections even in remote work environments.☀️ Ultimately, creating a positive work culture is a symbiotic relationship between stakeholders and shareholders, where people are recognized as the business's most critical asset.Jennifer McClure is a full-time professional speaker and business advisor who helps leaders embrace the future of work and use their influence to create positive, lasting change. She has spoken at over 350 industry-related conferences worldwide, covering topics such as high-impact leadership, talent strategies, and the future of work. Before her career as a speaker, Jennifer served as a Human Resources Executive, Executive Recruiter, and Executive Coach, providing her with rich experiences that shape the strategies and solutions she offers today. On her blog, she writes twice a month on topics like influence, leadership, and personal development. Jennifer is based in Cincinnati, OH, and enjoys horseback riding and listening to podcasts in her free time.Reach out to Jennifer at www.JenniferMcClure.netVisit Disrupt HR: https://disrupthr.co/******************************************************************************Tired of negative work conversations? Get positive with the free course, Something to Talk About https://www.workpositive.today/somethingtotalkabout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 028: Self Reflect For A Positive Work Culture

Are you struggling to hire new employees or maintain a positive workplace culture? Look no further than the Work Positive Podcast, hosted by the dynamic Dr. Joey Faucette. In Episode 28, Dr. Faucette welcomes the inspiring guest Daniel Baxter, a Navy veteran and business recycling coordinator for the City of Newport News. They discuss the challenges businesses face in hiring and retaining employees and the importance of building a positive, accountable work culture. Baxter emphasizes the power of self-reflection and working with a team of individuals who bring unique skills and perspectives. With insightful analogies, dynamic energy, and practical advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone striving for success in the workplace.Here are three tips from Baxter for building a positive work culture:🌞 Conduct regular employee surveys to understand their needs and concerns.🌞 Empower employees to take ownership of their work and projects.🌞 Create a supportive work environment that encourages collaboration and open communication.Baxter explains in the podcast: “Leadership and management are two entirely different things. Leadership is having your finger on the pulse, getting your team to a goal, whatever that goal may be, okay. Management is trying to keep things under control. By the way, the harder you control things, the least, the less control you have”More about Dan:Daniel Baxter, also known as Dan, is the Business Recycling and Outreach Coordinator for the City of Newport News, Virginia. With 20 years of experience as a US Navy Air Traffic Controller in Airport Facility Management, Dan now collaborates with local businesses to develop and improve waste management, recycling, and sustainability programs. He holds Oceanography, Environmental Geology, and Land Use Management degrees from Old Dominion University. Dan is also actively involved in various community organizations, serving on boards and commissions such as the Virginia Recycling Association and Keep Virginia Beautiful, and is the Vice President of the Glenwood Community Association.*****************************************Tired of negative work conversations? Get positive with the free course, Something to Talk About, from Dr. Joey Faucette: https://www.workpositive.today/somethingtotalkabout.Learn more about Dr. Joey at www.workpositive.today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 027: Activate Positivity & Adaptability at Work

Do you ever feel like something is missing in your life? Do you struggle to find happiness, passion, and purpose? Join Dr. Joey Faucette in this episode of Work Positive Today as he interviews Michelle Raz from Raz Coaching. Michelle discusses her book, "Happiness, Passion, Purpose," and provides insight into the challenges of employee engagement and reducing team turnover. They touch on how emotional regulation is crucial, especially within executive functioning challenges, and how a continuous learning and growth culture is critical in building a positive work culture. Michelle also introduces Thrivister, a program that teaches emotional regulation skills to create successful employees. According to Raz, "We find happiness, passion, and purpose through our actions and experiences." Tune in to learn how to: ☀️ Improving Employee Retention for Unique Challenges☀️ Emotional regulation in the workforce☀️ Positivity and Adaptability in the Workplace☀️ Developing a Growth Mindset for Overcoming Challenges☀️ Strategies for building a work culture of positive self-talk.☀️ The importance of small groups and pods.Michelle Raz is a Board Certified Coach, Career Specialist, author of Happiness+Passion+Purpose, owner of Raz Coaching, and Co-founder of Thrivister – an academic coaching company specializing in high school and college students who struggle with executive functioning challenges. She has used her vast knowledge and expertise in this field to help people find their purpose and success in the workplace and in life since 2010.Michelle has carved out a niche as a coach for clients that struggle with executive functioning skills and contributes to the industry through blogs, podcasts and consulting. She currently works closely to help mentor and develop training for coaches. Michelle has the depth and expertise to partner with clients who want positive change in their business, employees, and themselves.Get in touch with Michelle:Website: www.RazCoaching.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourcareercoachexpert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachmichelleraz/Connect with Dr. Joey Faucette at www.workpositive.today Tired of negative work conversations? Get positive with the free course, Something to Talk About https://www.workpositive.today/somethingtotalkabout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 026: Love your Work In Only 48 Days

Do you love your work? You don’t? You’re in good company. Gallup found that 85% of Americans are disengaged at work. You deserve better. There’s got to be more than “I owe. I owe. It’s off to work I go,” right? Dr. Joey’s guest on this episode of the Work Positive Podcast shows you how to go from “woe” to “wow”—the work you love—in only 48 days. Dan Miller, the best-selling author of 48 Days to the Work You Love, has coached tens of thousands of people just like you to discover personal freedom, develop marketable skills, and devote their lifestyle to what’s important to them all while tapping a hidden source of motivation.  Listen as Dan shares with Dr. Joey how you can: 🌞 Nurture your interests to discover your passion and best career 🌞 Explore unique opportunities as you follow your passion 🌞 Connect your purpose with the company mission to maximize your motivation. 🌞 Harness your unique talents and skills  🌞 Invest in yourself and your company for stability, satisfaction, and meaning.  Go get Dan’s New York Times best-seller, 48 Days To The Work You Love. Also check out his weekly newsletter, 48 Days Podcast, and 48DaysEagles.com community. __________________________________________________________________________________ Dan is the author of the New York Times best-selling 48 Days To The Work You Love. Over 140,000 people have subscribed to his weekly newsletter, and his 48 Days Podcast consistently ranks in the top 1% of all podcasts. His 48DaysEagles.com community is viewed as an example worldwide for those seeking to find – or create – work they love. Dan has been married to Joanne for over 54 years. They have three grown children and seventeen grandchildren and live in their version of paradise in Osprey, Florida.   48 Days LLC, Creative Thinker Website: www.48Days.com Website Community: www.48DaysEagles.com   "The best way to predict your future is to create it." - Dan Miller    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 025: Embracing Diversity for Better Teams

Daralyse Lyons is a journalist, actor, and activist who has written over two dozen full-length books, short stories, and countless articles. A graduate of NYU with a double major in English and Religious Studies and a minor in History, Daralyse is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists. Daralyse is passionate about exposing the painful side of history. Daralyse believes in a world where diversity is celebrated and has made it a mission to stand for a more integrated world.As a sexually fluid person with relationships and experiences with men and women, Daralyse has found a place amidst many communities attempting to erase Daralyse’s orientation and has been a voice within the darkness. Daralyse’s award-winning children's book, "I'm Mixed!" inspired Daralyse to educate others about embracing all aspects of themselves. Daralyse has since written and spoken extensively on diversity, using their unique background as a Biracial, multiethnic, and sexually fluid woman to foster cross-cultural understanding. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: ☀️  Why does Diversity Matter in a workplace☀️ Diversity is not a check-the-box experience☀️ Why it is essential to lead by listening☀️ Individual change vs. systemic change☀️ Understanding the Chain of Reporting☀️ Looking to expand your client base? Embrace Diversity  Get in touch with Daralyse: Podcast: https://www.demystifyingdiversitypodcast.com/FB Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DemystifyingDiversityPodcastBuy the book: Demystifying DiversityAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1615995331/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=demystifying+diversity&qid=1599765851&sr=8-3Official website: https://www.daralyselyons.com/  Learn more about Dr. Joey at www.workpositive.today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 024: The Heart of Coaching: Finding Fulfillment Beyond Financial Success

Coach and mentor to hundreds of entrepreneurs with 30+ years’ experience building multiple successful businesses. 6-time, internationally-acclaimed author. Podcast host. Video Marketer. Husband, father, and grandfather. Enjoying the boating lifestyle, while he creates a lasting legacy, helping more entrepreneurs. Jim is the founder and creator of the Dream Business Mastermind and Coaching Program, creator of Dream Business Academy, and host of Dream Business Radio – a weekly podcast based on Jim’s unique brand of smart marketing and dream business-building strategies.His other business ventures include No Hassle Newsletters, Success Advantage Publishing, and How to Sell from the Stage Like a Pro.Jim is also the developer of the Cashflow Conversation Code™, as wellas the acclaimed author of several books, all of which you can see at the bottom of this page.See below to take advantage of Jim’s Legacy Series Books at no charge.Here is what to expect on this week’s show:☀️ Hiring for Attitude vs. Skill☀️ Nurturing and Inspiring a Positive Attitude☀️ Corrective Action for Negative Attitudes☀️ Balancing Skill and Attitude in the Workplace.☀️ Take on new hires or virtual assistants on trial before committing to a full-time  position to ensure a good fit for both parties.☀️ Over-deliver to create a wow experience for customers and to retain high-quality positive staff.☀️ Humor is essential, and having fun at work can improve the overall experience for everyone.☀️ Paying employees well and above the going rate can help retain quality staff and save costs on recruiting and training.Order your set of books at no charge: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jim-Palmer/author/B005VCQJ34?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=truehttps://www.getjimpalmer.com/Get In TouchConnect with us on your favorite social media platform(s):Toll-Free – (800) 214-6158Email AddressWebsite– coach@GetJimPalmer.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dreambizgroupTwitter: https://twitter.com/getjimpalmerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-palmer-dream-business-coach-900a75/Get in touch with Dr. Joey at www.workpositive.today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 023: Powerful Words Change Lives

Writing powerfully was central to her success. Throughout her 45-year career (30 in the Air Force and 15 with a federal agency), she composed items sent to Congress, the White House, generals, and ambassadors; hundreds of performance reviews; award nominations; and budget justifications.One of the few women in her generation to make the rank of colonel, Carla served in multiple leadership positions, including overseeing intelligence operations in a combat environment and later leading 2,800 Air Force personnel assigned to the National Security Agency.As a squadron commander, Carla transformed her 480-person unit from the most losing in state-wide professional awards into the one to beat. How? She developed her writing methodology and taught her troops to write. So successful was her program she taught thousands of Air Force members for the next 15 years.Here is what to expect on this week’s show:☀️ Carla shares why powerful writing is integral to successful businesses and organizations. ☀️ How to communicate core values to employees. ☀️ The importance of powerful words when nominating co-workers or employees.☀️ Understand word sculpting and how it will make a difference in your business and career. ☀️ Learn word sculpting tools.☀️ The three types of passive voice. ☀️ The challenges of communication in leadership. For more info, see www.WriteToInfluence.net.Colonel Carla D. Bass, USAF (Ret)Author, award-winning book, "Write to Influence!"https://www.amazon.com/author/carladbasshttp://getbook.at/WriteToInfluencehttps://www.writetoinfluence.netcarla@writetoinfluence.net540-364-2946Get in touch with Dr. Joey at www.workpositive.today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 022: Exploring the Seven Spectrums of Choice

Bob Johansen began working with IFTF in 1973 and has been a professional futurist for nearly 50 years. The author or co-author of 12 books and a frequent keynote speaker recently completed a trilogy detailing the types of leadership that will thrive in the next decade. The New Leadership Literacies focuses on essential leadership practices, picking up where Leaders Make the Future, its more skills-oriented precursor, left off; in 2020, he published Full-Spectrum Thinking, which focuses on the need for a future back mindset. His latest book, Office Shock: Creating Better Futures for Working and Living, is co-written with IFTF colleagues Joseph Press and Christine Bullen. Bob holds a B.S. from the University of Illinois (which he attended on a basketball scholarship), an MDiv from Crozer Theological Seminary (where Martin Luther King, Jr., attended divinity school), and a Ph.D. in Sociology of Religion from Northwestern University. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: https://www.workpositive.today/podcast☀️ Bob’s definition of future back.☀️ Understand a VUCA model and how it can help you or your organization.☀️ Why Clarity is more critical than Certainty.☀️ Understand the seven spectrums of choice to help make better decisions about the future.☀️ The importance of being honest with yourself and judgment-free of others.☀️ Breaking News: Bob shares information on Office shock Chatbot. (grounded in GPT)☀️ Chat GPT vs. CPT 3☀️ Bob’s advice on paying attention to spotting signals and actively seeking out diverse perspectives and experiences.  Purchase the book: https://www.iftf.org/projects/officeshock/  Connect with Dr. Joey on www.workpositive.todayWebsite: https://workpositive.todayLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjoeyfaucette/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorkPositiveToday/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd1x1Sh3zPnz49lQ2MX68Zw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices