Fishbowl Fridays

Caught between a rock star and a hard place? Gary and Brad discuss the challenges of managing high performers and their impact on company culture.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

Stomach butterflies taking flight? Confidence is more than a feeling, and Gary and Brad are here to help you fake it till you make it.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

Poker face or choker face? Gary and Brad discuss elements of executive presence and how to make sure you're not giving away the game.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

It's tough to develop professional skills when everyone's running on fumes and full inboxes. Your podcasters talk transforming training from events to evolution.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

What do you do when your senior leaders give their phones more eye contact than you? The guys talk capturing attention and the burden of engagement.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

Are you missing the signs or misreading the room? Gary and Brad break down the subtle art of subtext and intention cues.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

When the spark’s gone, how do you light a fire without burning bridges? Gary and Brad discuss motivating the unmotivated.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

How do you make meetings a home run when your boss keeps throwing curveballs? Gary and Brad talk dodging derailments and the importance of audience analysis.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

What does the work of a 20th century Russian theatre pioneer and the modern professional world have in common? More than you might think. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

How do you earn the trust of a team that’s seen more managers than Monday meetings? Gary and Brad talk tips for dealing with the modern managerial carousel. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

Tired of talking about the weather and [insert local sports team]? Gary and Brad discuss ways to get your small talk to start pulling more weight. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

How do you level up your leadership communication to go from good to great? Gary and Brad highlight some differentiators that will make you stand out from the pack.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

How do you still shine even if you hate the spotlight? Gary and Brad talk style-flexing for introverts and being a social actor. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

How do you stay on the same page when the playbook keeps getting rewritten? Gary and Brad break down the challenge of aligning during change events and offer some tips. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

What do you do when you have a mountain of metrics and your slides need a sherpa? The guys talk the importance of simplicity and why less (data) is more. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

Who doesn't love to give and receive feedback? Most people, actually. G and Brad discuss how to turn an event we dread into something positive. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

In the final part of our Synergy and Sparks interview, Brad and Gary discuss the sixth and final pillar of Modern Leadership, Connection.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco   Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2   For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book  

In part 6 of our Synergy and Sparks interview, Brad and Gary discuss the fifth of 6 pillars of Modern Leadership, Collaboration.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco   Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2   For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book  

The spotlight burns a bit bright for some. Gary and Brad discuss how to get more from introverted teammates.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco   Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2   For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book  

In part 5 of our Synergy and Sparks interview, Brad and Gary discuss the fourth of 6 pillars of Modern Leadership, Storytelling.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco   Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2   For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book  

Ghosted by a stakeholder after a meeting? Why does that happen, and how can we get them to commit to the bit?   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco   Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2   For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book  

In part 4 of our Synergy and Sparks interview, Brad and Gary discuss the third of 6 pillars of Modern Leadership, Influence.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco   Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2   For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book  

Agenda fatigue? Milquetoast beginnings? Gary and Brad talk opening hooks and why it's important to grab 'em early.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco   Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2   For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book  

In part 3 of our Synergy and Sparks interview, Brad and Gary discuss the second of 6 pillars of Modern Leadership, Presence.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco   Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2   For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book  

Feeling like a wallflower? Involuntarily invisible in the workplace? Gary and Brad talk about ways to be a blip on another's radar.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

In part 2 of our Synergy and Sparks interview, Brad and Gary discuss the first of 6 pillars of Modern Leadership, communication.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco   Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2   For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book  

Executive presence: everyone wants it, but what is it and how do we get it? Gary and Brad discuss one of the biggest buzzterms in today's professional world. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

Gary has written a new book, Synergy and Sparks. Brad is gonna find out more during this multi-part interview. Here is part 1! Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2

Flustered by bluster? Gary and Brad discuss staying cool when others try to derail your train. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco Also, check out Gary's new book Synergy and Sparks here! https://a.co/d/5uT5WV2 For more information on Synergy and Sparks, check out the link below! https://www.pinper.com/synergyandsparks/book

Senior leaders mean higher stakes, and stakes demand a job well done. G and Brad discuss how to handle executive audiences (minus more steak puns). Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Diminishing self-confidence can become a downward spiral if you let it. G and Brad discuss how to head north when things are going south. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Better late than never? Not always. G and Brad discuss time management and dealing with looming (and missed) deadlines. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

G and Brad provide some tools for motivating others to jump on board and commit, especially when there's resistance. Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Emails, texts, DMs, oh, my! G and Brad discuss strategies and tools for active listening in a world that makes it as difficult as possible.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Fat thumbs and autocorrect aren't your only enemies when texting and emailing. G and Brad discuss risks and strategies when using text-only communication.    Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Clarity and engagement are two of the biggest challenges inherent in professional communication. G and Brad discuss and provide some best practices.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Jitters, butterflies, nausea- — no, you haven't had too much coffee. You're probably doing some public speaking. G and Brad discuss more ways to project confidence under tough circumstances.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

The science is in, and a workplace tradition is actually a terrible way to generate ideas. G and Brad discuss why and provide an alternative.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Everyone's a critic but not necessarily a great communicator. G and Brad discuss how to deal with an "opinionated" colleague.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Trains aren't the only things that can be derailed. G and Brad discuss the challenges of active listening and how to deal with frequent interruptions.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

One of the most ubiquitous and powerful tools is also one of the toughest to use well. Gary and Brad discuss the elements and importance of stories.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

What’s something that’s challenging to both give and receive? Gary and Brad discuss strategies for being on both sides of feedback.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Stumped by a question? Need to buy time to think? Gary and Brad discuss some valuable Q&A strategies.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

How can you get your team members to take risks while still being authentic? Gary and Brad discuss the pillars and importance of psychological safety.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Is silence golden or uncomfortable? Gary and Brad discuss different types of pauses and why quiet is sometimes your best option.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Communication is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor. Gary and Brad discuss enlarging your suite of options and ensuring you have the right tool for the job.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco 

Can you cross the finish line too soon? Gary and Brad discuss the upside to being concise and what to do about Parkinson’s Law.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

Under the gun and put on the spot? Gary and Brad discuss maximizing preparation when you don’t have much time.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

How to inspire someone to do something daunting? Gary and Brad discuss a powerful psychological tool called Motivating Language Theory.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco

As one of your core communication channels, your voice does a lot of heavy lifting. Gary and Brad share how to get the most out of your vocal dynamics.   Want to know more? Check us out! https://linktr.ee/pinperco