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Impress the Boss

by Laurel Emory, Kathryn Adamson, and Valerie Arguello

Impress the Boss is hosted by PhDs in Leadership, Kathryn Adamson, Laurel Emory, and Valerie Arguello. We're here to help you stand out without working overtime. Every week we'll share easy-to-implement ideas, thought-provoking questions, and example stories that will help you impress your boss and stand out at work. If you want to make an impression, demonstrate your worth, expand your influence, or enjoy your job, come join our crew.

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Episodes

  1. ITB 029: You're the Boss Part 3: Tips from Dr. John Wilson

    Welcome back to our real-life Boss, Dr. John Wilson! This week is for the bosses. Are you a people manager? If so, this episode is for you. In this episode, we talk with Dr. John Wilson, about our last three workplace characters, Bob-Ullet, Bobbie-Two-Shoes, and Bob-Spock. Dr. John shares his…

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  2. ITB 028: Bob-Spock: Tips from James Ward

    Introducing our real-life Bob-Spock, James Ward! If you're a Bob-Spock, you are deep into tech and "deep-space nine". Complex codes and problems don't stand a chance. Your analytical brain IS what makes you stand out. You'd rather sit in your office or cube than do anything relational. Company...

  3. ITB 027: Bobbie-Two Shoes: Tips from Sara McDaniel

    Introducing our real-life Bobbie-Two Shoes, Sara McDaniel! If you're a Bobbie-Two Shoes, your bubbly personality and happy demeanor make you a favorite in the office. You're an awesome team-player but have your unique vibe too. Your Bible is the HR handbook, and you don't want to do any wrong.…

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  4. ITB 026: Bob-Ullet: Tips from Dr. Todd Greer

    Introducing our real-life Bob-Ullet, Dr. Todd Greer! If you're a Bob-Ullet, you're all business up front and party in the back. Ruling the roost in ties and suits, and livin' it up on the weekends at your favorite haunt. You work hard and play hard. You can learn more about Bob-Ullet in episode...

  5. ITB 025: You're the Boss Part 2: Tips from Dr. John Wilson

    Welcome back to our real-life Boss, Dr. John Wilson! This week is for the bosses. Are you a people manager? If so, this episode is for you. In this episode, we talk with Dr. John Wilson, about our last three workplaces characters, Bobe-Yonce, Bob-Son, and Bobby-Parton. Dr. John shares his Stand…

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  6. ITB 024: Bobby-Parton: Tips from Amy-Marie Merrell

    Introducing our real-life Bobby-Parton, Amy-Marie Merrell! If you're a Bobby Parton, you are sweet as tea and nice as heck, and wearing heels doesn't slow you down. With your bubbly personality and happy demeanor, mixed with your collaborative approach, you are the favorite in the office. You can...

  7. ITB 023: Bob-Son: Tips from Todd Bookspan

    Introducing our real-life Bob-Son, Todd Bookspan! If you're a Bob-Son, you're silent and stealth, cool as a cat. Trained and disciplined, you value the quiet persuasion of reason. You can learn more about Bob-Son in episode 008. In this episode, we talk with successful serial entrepreneur, Todd...

  8. ITB 022: Bobe-Yonce: Tips from Ronnie O'Brien Rice, Ph.D., Esq.

    Introducing our real-life Bobe-Yonce, Ronnie O'Brien Rice, Ph.D., Esq.! If you're a Bobe-Yonce, you're the Queen (or King). You're the boss. You glitter with confidence, exuding power. You definitely don't have a problem telling it as it is. You can learn more about Bobe-Yonce in episode 007. In...

  9. ITB 021: You're the Boss Part 1: Tips from Dr. John Wilson

    Introducing our real-life Boss, Dr. John Wilson! This week is for the bosses. Are you a people manager? If so, this episode is for you. In this episode, we talk with Dr. John Wilson, about our last three workplaces characters, Bob-Dean, Bobbie-Vida, and Bob-Ross. Dr. John shares his Stand Out…

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  10. ITB 020: Bob-Ross: Tips from Dr. Jason Carthen

    Introducing our real-life Bob-Ross, Dr. Jason Carthen! If you're a Bob-Ross, you dream of happy little accidents made positive with those rose-colored glasses. You bring peace and unity wherever you go. You're calm, cool, and collected, and an absence of conflict is your happy place. You can…

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  11. ITB 019: Bobbie-Vida: Tips from Joy Hoover

    Introducing our real-life Bobbie-Vida, Joy Hoover! Bobbie-Vida is not afraid to show 'em who's boss. With an infectious laugh and personality to boot, you spread energy like it is free money. You can learn more about Bobbie-Vida in episode 004. In this episode, we talk with Joy Hoover, the…

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  12. ITB 018: Bob-Dean: Tips from Bill Hart

    Introducing our real-life Bob-Dean, Coach Bill Hart! Bob-Dean is the rebel without a cause (or as Coach Bill says, a rebel with a cause). He likes to challenge the status quo and is very assertive in his ideas. But, he's also very innovative and entrepreneurial. You can learn more about Bob-Dean…

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  13. ITB 017: Why the 'Bobs'

    Welcome to 2020! We're excited to dive into this new decade with you with enthusiasm and energy. We want to help you have a compelling vision for yourself for 2020. Many people have asked us for more back story on why we call each other 'Bob' and why we named our workplace characters the 'Bobs'.…

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  14. ITB 016: To New Beginnings

    This is the perfect week to take some time to reflect on 2019 and plan for 2020. As you set your sights on 2020, we know that performance review season is just around the corner. We want to help you plan for your review so that you are set-up for success, and so that you're in a position to get…

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  15. ITB 015: We're Giving You a Christmas Bonus

    Who doesn't love a Christmas bonus?! We're super excited to have a Christmas bonus to share with you! Performance review season is just around the corner, which means it's a great time to ask for a raise! We've created a workbook that will walk you through the steps to getting the raise that you...

  16. ITB 014: You're the Boss, Part 3

    This week is for the bosses. Are you a people manager? If so, this episode is for you. In this episode, we'll talk about our last three workplaces characters, Bob-Ullet, Bobbie-Two Shoes, and Bob-Spock. Specifically, how you, as a boss of people who exhibit the traits of any of these three Bobs,...

  17. ITB 013: Meet Bob-Spock

    Meet Bob-Spock. If you're a Bob-Spock, you're deep into tech and deep-space nine. Complex codes and problems don't stand a chance. Your analytical brain is what's sexy. In this episode, we'll explore what it's like to be a Bob-Spock in the workplace and, if you're a Bob-Spock what you can do to...

  18. ITB 012: Meet Bobbie-Two Shoes

    Meet Bobbie-Two Shoes. If you're a Bobbie-Two Shoes, your bubbly personality and happy demeanor make you a favorite in the office. You're an awesome team-player but have your unique vibe too. Your Bible is the HR handbook; you don't want to do any wrong. In this episode, we'll explore what it's...

  19. ITB 011: Meet Bob-Ullet

    Meet Bob-Ullet. If you're Bob-Ullet, you're all business up-front and party in the back. Ruling the roost in ties and suits, and livin' it up on the weekends at your favorite haunt. In this episode, we'll explore what it's like to be a Bob-Ullet in the workplace and, if you're a Bob-Ullet what…

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  20. ITB 010: You're the Boss, Part 2

    This week is for the bosses. Are you a people manager? If so, this episode is for you. In this episode, we'll talk about our last three workplaces characters, Bobe-Yonce, Bob-Son, and Bobby-Parton. Specifically, how you, as a boss of people who exhibit the traits of any of these three Bobs, can...

  21. ITB 009: Meet Bobby-Parton

    Meet Bobby-Parton. If you're a Bobby Parton, you are sweet as tea and nice as heck, and wearing heels doesn't slow you down. With your bubbly personality and happy demeanor mixed with your collaborative approach, you are the favorite in the office. In this episode, we'll explore what it's like to...

  22. ITB 008: Meet Bob-Son

    Meet Bob-Son. If you're a Bob-Son, you're silent and stealth, cool as a cat. Trained and disciplined, you value the quiet persuasion of reason. In this episode, we'll explore what it's like to be a Bob-Son in the workplace and, if you're a Bob-Son, what you can do to maximize your gifts and...

  23. ITB 007: Meet Bobe-Yonce

    Meet Bobe-Yonce. If you're a Bobe-Yonce, you're the Queen (or King). You're "the boss". You glitter with confidence, exuding power. You definitely don't have a problem telling it as it is. In this episode, we'll explore what it's like to be a Bobe-Yonce in the workplace and, if you're a…

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  24. ITB 006: You're the Boss, Part 1

    This week is for the bosses. Are you a people manager? If so, this episode is for you. In this episode, we'll talk about our last three workplaces characters, Bob-Dean, Bobbie-Vida, and Bob-Ross. Specifically, how you, as a boss of people who exhibit the traits of any of these three Bobs, can…

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  25. ITB 005: Meet Bob-Ross

    Meet Bob-Ross. If you're a Bob-Ross, you dream of happy little accidents made positive with those rose-colored glasses. You bring peace and unity wherever you go. You're calm, cool, and collected, and an absence of conflict is your happy place. In this episode, we'll explore what it's like to be…

    more
  26. ITB 004: Meet Bobbie-Vida

    Meet Bobbie-Vida. If you're a Bobbie-Vida, you're not afraid to show 'em who's boss. With an infectious laugh and personality to boot, you spread energy like it is free money. In this episode, we'll explore what it's like to be a Bobbie-Vida in the workplace and, if you're a Bobbie-Vida, what you...

  27. ITB 003: Meet Bob-Dean

    Meet Bob-Dean. A play on James Dean, Bob-Dean is the rebel without a cause. He likes to challenge the status quo and is very assertive in his ideas. But, he's also very innovative and entrepreneurial. In this episode, we'll explore what it's like to be a Bob-Dean in the workplace and, if you're a...

  28. ITB 002: Director's Cut

    Impress the Boss is the brainchild of PhDs in Leadership, Kathryn Adamson, Laurel Emory, and Valerie Arguello. In this unscripted conversation, we tell you a little about ourselves, how we met, how Impress the Boss came to life, and how we want to help you. You can watch the video of this episode...

  29. ITB 001: Introduction to Impress the Boss

    Welcome to our introductory episode! Impress the Boss is hosted by PhDs in Leadership, Kathryn Adamson, Laurel Emory, and Valerie Arguello. We're here to help you stand out without working overtime. Every week we'll share easy-to-implement ideas, thought-provoking questions, and example stories...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Impress the Boss is hosted by PhDs in Leadership, Kathryn Adamson, Laurel Emory, and Valerie Arguello. We're here to help you stand out without working overtime. Every week we'll share easy-to-implement ideas, thought-provoking questions, and example stories that will help you impress your boss and stand out at work. If you want to make an impression, demonstrate your worth, expand your influence, or enjoy your job, come join our crew.

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