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EPISODE · Sep 12, 2025 · 54 MIN

Mastering Diplomacy in the Workplace | with Nick Woodward - Episode 64

from 40% Better - Engineering Leadership · host Bill

This conversation explores the evolution of battery technology, the importance of leadership stories, and the critical role of communication in effective leadership. Bill Lennan and Nick Woodward discuss their personal journeys in leadership, emphasizing the need for continuous coaching and self-development. They highlight the significance of promoting internal growth and retention within organizations, as well as the impact of intrinsic motivation on team dynamics. The discussion also touches on the necessity of diplomacy in communication and the challenges of navigating technical and non-technical conversations. In this conversation, the speakers explore various themes related to career transitions, the importance of open communication in the workplace, personal growth through challenges, and the role of systems in both professional and personal life. They share insights on how to navigate changes in career paths, the significance of fostering a supportive environment for team members, and the balance between systematic approaches and conceptual understanding in problem-solving.I hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly. – Bill and the 40 % Better Podcast TeamConnect with Bill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wblennan/Visit the 40 Percent Better website here: https://40pb.com/Listen to 40 % Better on these podcast platforms:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qkqdMPkR9BqYPM7UPa4P0Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/40-better-engineering-leadership/id1709546347Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/01ad162e-7a33-4df4-8c29-04c4af0405fc/40-better---engineering-leadership

This conversation explores the evolution of battery technology, the importance of leadership stories, and the critical role of communication in effective leadership. Bill Lennan and Nick Woodward discuss their personal journeys in leadership, emphasizing the need for continuous coaching and self-development. They highlight the significance of promoting internal growth and retention within organizations, as well as the impact of intrinsic motivation on team dynamics. The discussion also touches on the necessity of diplomacy in communication and the challenges of navigating technical and non-technical conversations. In this conversation, the speakers explore various themes related to career transitions, the importance of open communication in the workplace, personal growth through challenges, and the role of systems in both professional and personal life. They share insights on how to navigate changes in career paths, the significance of fostering a supportive environment for team members, and the balance between systematic approaches and conceptual understanding in problem-solving.I hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly. – Bill and the 40 % Better Podcast TeamConnect with Bill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wblennan/Visit the 40 Percent Better website here: https://40pb.com/Listen to 40 % Better on these podcast platforms:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qkqdMPkR9BqYPM7UPa4P0Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/40-better-engineering-leadership/id1709546347Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/01ad162e-7a33-4df4-8c29-04c4af0405fc/40-better---engineering-leadership

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