Check In Before They Check Out: The Power of Connection
Episode 34 of the The Balanced Leader Podcast podcast, hosted by Rob Hills, titled "Check In Before They Check Out: The Power of Connection" was published on April 13, 2025 and runs 7 minutes.
April 13, 2025 ·7m · The Balanced Leader Podcast
Summary
Send us Fan Mail Employee engagement is declining—and in this solo episode, I’m sharing why a regular, human check-in could be the most underrated leadership tool you’re not using. I’ll walk you through how a 30-minute chat over coffee can make all the difference, how I track my team’s wellbeing with a simple 1 to 10 scale, and why noticing the trend is more important than any one-off answer. If you’ve ever wondered how to lead with more empathy without adding another thing to your already-pa...
Episode Description
Employee engagement is declining—and in this solo episode, I’m sharing why a regular, human check-in could be the most underrated leadership tool you’re not using. I’ll walk you through how a 30-minute chat over coffee can make all the difference, how I track my team’s wellbeing with a simple 1 to 10 scale, and why noticing the trend is more important than any one-off answer. If you’ve ever wondered how to lead with more empathy without adding another thing to your already-packed calendar, this one’s for you.
This episode is full of practical ideas you can apply right away, without needing a single new system or strategy. Just a bit more heart. Let’s check in.
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