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Powerful at Work Radio

by Rosa Ponce de Leon

The Powerful at Work Radio Podcast provides weekly insights into how seasoned leaders optimize their workforce. Learn how CEO’s and business experts invigorate their teams and maximize performance, so you can too. Each episode offers advice about professional development and fostering strong relationships you can implement today. Work should provide fulfillment and be an extension of your life’s purpose. Listen in weekly to learn how to cultivate a gratifying work culture.

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Episodes

  1. “Your culture isn’t your to-do list. It’s the long game” with Jennifer Thornton, Executive Coach and Leadership Educator | E79

    Are you so busy checking things off your to-do list that you lose sight of the big picture? Are you more interested in your own personal gain that you ignore the good of the company? Or, are you so set in your ways and married to your plan that you can’t think outside of the box? While most…

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  2. “Is it favoritism or brown nosing?” with Rosa Ponce de Leon, Leadership Strategist | E78

    Having a favorite is a natural human tendency, but what happens when an employee is brown nosing and how do you tell the difference? In this Powerful at Work Radio podcast episode, learn why it all comes down to a person’s motives… When you have a self-serving employee, they're not looking out…

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  3. “Favoritism is Good” with Rosa Ponce de Leon, Leadership Strategist | E77

    A quick Google search on favoritism will yield results on why favoritism is bad, but can favoritism be good? In this Powerful at Work Radio episode, Rosa explores why acknowledging that we all have favorites can actually help us succeed as leaders. Tune in to hear why having favorites and playing...

  4. “Creating a mentally healthy environment within ourselves” with Dana Kaplan, Emotional Intelligence and Education Consultant | E76

    How often have you felt riddled with anxiety or stress? Have you felt so frustrated with your workplace culture that you didn’t know how to start bringing about change? Dana Kaplan encourages you to stop waiting until you need mental health services, to go ahead and create a mentally healthy...

  5. “Caught up in the hustle culture? Here’s how to escape” with Kimberly Smith, Resilience & Life Transition Coach | E74

    You know you’re caught up in the hustle culture when there are never enough hours in the day, your friends and family are wondering if you still exist, and you’re just downright exhausted. Kimberly Smith is all too familiar with what happens when we don’t give ourselves enough space to rest and...

  6. “Fireproofing instead of firefighting your business” with Jeff Schwisow, Speaker, Strategic Consultant and Author | E73

    How many “hair on fire” moments could you avoid in your business if you spent more time fireproofing instead of firefighting? Jeff Schwisow is a Strategic Consultant with years of project management under his belt. One of the best ways to fireproof your business? Have an adaptable strategy that...

  7. “Filling gaps and developing other leaders” with Lou Everett & Sherri McManus, Leadership Coaches | E72

    Your responsibility as a leader? Developing other leaders. Let’s face it, your role as it exists today isn’t going to be there forever. Who is going to continue the legacy of your company or your business? And will that person be happy doing it? Lou & Sherri are leadership coaches with a passion...

  8. “Kicking distractions to the curb to regain quality and productivity” with Maura Thomas, Speaker and Trainer | E75

    When was the last time you sat down to complete a task and weren’t interrupted by a ding of a new message? Or got so overwhelmed with your massive to-do list that you let distractions get the best of you? Maura Thomas knows that now more than ever our teams are being interrupted and inundated…

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  9. “Helping your employees feel safe and connected” with Maureen Ross Gemme, MS Ed. | E71

    In this Powerful at Work Radio episode, Maureen Ross Gemme shares her personal story of overcoming addiction. With over 35 years of sobriety, Maureen knows what it takes to help employees feel safe and connected at work. Whether someone on your team has an addiction to alcohol, gambling, or even...

  10. “Accommodating your employees’ dreams” with Kimberly Young, CEO & Founder | E70

    In business we often forget that people are multidimensional. We all have dreams of experiencing new things. Rarely do people like to stay put in the same position. If you’re not offering your employees a way to experience new things, how are you contributing to their growth or happiness? Imagine...

  11. “It's not about your processes or technical skills. It's about your people.” with Lily Woi, Career Coach | E69

    As business owners, we often feel like we have to do everything ourselves. But imagine a workplace culture where your employees are practically begging to take work off your plate… In this Powerful at Work Radio podcast episode, Lily Woi explains how investing in your people gives you the freedom...

  12. “Using curiosity to create connections with your employees” with Dana Kaplan, Emotional Intelligence and Education Consultant | E68

    Are you taking the time to really get to know your employees? Dana Kaplan, Education Consultant, recognizes that upfront it can feel like a large time investment. But what is the cost of not investing in your employees? You might be surprised to learn that being curious about the people on your...

  13. Would your people choose you to be their leader? w/ Delpha DiGiacomo, Leader, Author & Blogger | E67

    As leaders and business owners, we typically get to handpick our teams. But would your employees choose you to be their leader if given the choice? People become leaders for different reasons. Some have been promoted through the ranks and becoming a leader is the next “logical” step, some have an...

  14. “Transforming your pain into your purpose” with Michael S. Seaver, Leadership Coach, Speaker and Author | E66

    Society often defines success as having the dream job, the model home, the fancy car, and the picture perfect family. But what if you have all of that and still feel unhappy? Michael Seaver, Leadership Coach, experienced this unhappiness firsthand. It’s how he learned to transform his pain into…

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  15. “Using our emotions to be successful in our work every single day” with Blake Schofield, Founder & CEO | E65

    As women leaders, we have a lot of responsibility on our shoulders. We’re raised to believe it’s our job to take care of everyone. We’re balancing raising children, taking care of our homes, and finding time for ourselves. And when we get to work, we’re expected to check our home lives and…

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  16. “How to lead a happy, successful team that is client-focused” with Kara Hoholik, Social Impact Marketing Founder | E64

    In the world of social media marketing, Kara Hoholik believes that building a true connection with your audience takes research, vulnerability and authenticity. When it comes to creating a team of high performers, the same principles apply. In this Powerful at Work Radio podcast episode, Kara…

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  17. Season 2 Episode 0: This is Happening

    A message from from your Host as we reel in Season 2.

  18. “Why admitting your shortcomings makes you a smarter leader” with Herb Long, Executive Coach | E63

    An unexpected leadership superpower? Not always having the answer and not being afraid to admit it, even to your team. When all eyes are on you, the leader, it’s normal to start to feel insecure. You might be questioning if you’re really cut out to lead or if you know enough to make the right...

  19. E62: “Can career transitions make someone a greater asset to the workforce?” with Paula Cowan, Career Transition Strategist

    The expectation used to be that someone would stay working in one industry throughout their entire career. But today’s workforce has changed and Paula Cowan knows it’s commonplace for people to change careers, maybe even more than once or twice! While some people may see this as starting over,...

  20. E61: “How sports can make you a better leader” with Lee Hackett, CEO, Speaker and Podcast Host

    Playing sports takes drive, determination, and discipline. It also means being coachable, humble and resilient, all of which are core qualities in any great leader. In this Powerful at Work Radio podcast episode, Lee Hackett shares his journey from soccer player to CEO. He shares why being the...

  21. E60: “Why business owners should slow down to speed up” with Teri Karjala, Life Transformation Strategist

    As entrepreneurs, we often take pride in how busy we are, but are we busy doing the right things? It might sound counterintuitive, but slowing down is one way to speed up and accomplish more in your day. Teri Karjala is a thought leader who knows that “powering through” is not the secret to...

  22. E59: “Supporting the high performers on your team” with Elinor Moshe, Thought Leader, Mentor and Author

    Imagine if instead of paying employees for their time, they were paid for the results they produced. How would that shake up your culture? Elinor Moshe knows it would be one way to identify the real high performers on your team. You might hear “high performer” and think of the charismatic,...

  23. E58: “How to get your team moving in the same direction” with Jeff Wald, Writer, Speaker, Entrepreneur

    If you asked your team the mission of your company, would each person have a similar answer? Or would their answers be all over the place? As a serial entrepreneur, Jeff knows that if you want to get your team moving in the same direction, it takes a well-defined culture -- one that is put into...

  24. E57: “Setting intentions around the business you want to create” with Lauren Saunders, Business Coach, Manifestation Mentor and Podcast Host

    The world will make room for you when you show up for yourself. Lauren Saunders has experienced rapid growth in her business and knows one thing for sure: Having a successful business starts with setting intentions around what it is that you want to create, and then following the next thing that...

  25. E56: “Are you meeting your employees’ needs for belonging, community, and empowerment?” with Jacqueline Wales, Motivational Speaker, Coach, and Author of The Fearless Factor

    Are you a leader who struggles with getting your employees on the same page? Jacqueline Wales knows it’s normal for leaders to feel this way. She also knows that you don’t have to take months and years to change things, that you can change things in a matter of weeks. It’s all about how you show...

  26. E55: Breaking beyond the surface of Imposter Syndrome” with Victor Mosconi, Founder and Coach

    As leaders we often do our best to champion our employees, giving them extra encouragement when they need it most. Unfortunately when it comes to Imposter Syndrome, this type of positive reinforcement might not be helping in the way we intend. So what happens when you give someone positive...

  27. E54: “Establishing a culture that gets your business big wins” with Kristen McAlister, President, Author, Speaker, Thought Leader - Executive Expertise

    Are you clear on what direction your company is headed? Have you established which values are going to take it where you want it to go? Kristen McAlister knows that if you’re not clear on your company’s values, that your team will create their own culture and that often leads to conflict. In this...

  28. E53: “Getting your team to embrace and believe in new ways of doing things” with Keith Murley, Business & Technology Executive

    As a Technology Executive, Keith Murley knows that getting your team to love and embrace new technologies and processes can be challenging. Oftentimes people fear that the new way of doing things will actually complicate things or even take longer than doing things “the way we’ve always done…

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  29. E52: “How being a caring leader can transform your workplace culture” with Margo Fowkes, Consultant & Founder of Salt Water

    Now more than ever, people are bringing their whole selves to work. Long gone are the days of keeping home life and work life separate. So what does that mean for you as the leader or business owner? It means showing your employees that you care and are invested in them both professionally and...

  30. E51: “Innovation: If everything you try works, you’re not being bold enough” with Paul Sloane, Innovation Consultant

    If you want your business to grow or your idea to take off, you’ve got to innovate. Paul Sloane is an Innovation Consultant that encourages leaders and teams to use “lateral thinking”. What’s lateral thinking? It’s approaching a problem from new directions. As a leader, are you empowering your…

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  31. E50: “Are empathy and vulnerability leadership superpowers?” with Chuck & Ashley Elliott, Relationship Specialists

    No one wants to feel like a cog in a wheel, people want to feel valued. In this Powerful at Work Radio podcast episode, learn how you can use empathy and vulnerability to connect with the people on your team. Chuck and Ashley Elliott are Relationship Specialists that know that people make better...

  32. E49: “What is miscommunication costing your business?” with Jill Schiefelbein, Award-winning Business Owner & Author

    How many times have you become frustrated when someone on your team didn’t deliver the result you were expecting? Did you pause to find out why that happened? Or did you assume it was an issue with your team? Jill Schiefelbein knows that miscommunication is one of the biggest problems leaders…

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  33. E48: “The cost of a toxic workplace” with Neil Schambra Stevens, Founder, Mercury Jam

    We often hear about the high cost of workplace turnover, but what about the cost of a toxic workplace environment? A toxic workplace costs more than just money, it costs good people, creativity, and innovation, just to name a few. Neil Schambra Stevens knows that having a kind, supportive...

  34. E47: “Breaking the leadership mould” with Erin Jewell, Executive Coach, Leadership Professor, Podcast Host

    Are you a leader who feels trapped in your ways? Or have you embraced a growth mindset? Erin Jewell is an Executive Coach who knows that to be a successful leader, it requires being intentional. If you’re a leader who feels that it’s your responsibility to have all the answers, you could be...

  35. E46: “Emotional Intelligence and Emotional Maturity, you need both!” with Dov Baron, Leadership Strategist

    In this two-part series of Powerful at Work Radio podcast, Rosa speaks to Dov Baron, Leadership Strategist. As someone with years of experience and a global leadership perspective, Dov has seen many companies experience the Peter Principle. The Peter Principle happens when someone has risen up...

  36. E45: “The Peter Principle and approaching leadership from a place of service” with Dov Baron, Leadership Strategist

    In this two-part set of Powerful at Work Radio podcast episodes, Rosa speaks to Dov Baron, Leadership Strategist. As someone with years of experience and a global leadership perspective, Dov has seen many companies experience the Peter Principle. The Peter Principle happens when someone has risen...

  37. E44: “Build your expertise, your network, and your bank account” with Kelly Hoey, Author, Speaker, Networking Expert

    Kelly Hoey gets the power of networking. She knows the importance of investing in the people you connect with is a huge factor in your career success. Kelly shares networking secrets she learned when she studied the success of people in organized networks. If you can link arms and look for that...

  38. E43: “Connecting the right talent to the right organization” with Sue Schultz, Career & Life Coach

    Have your own limiting beliefs prevented you from finding the right organization to work for? Sue Schultz knows that landing the right job takes more than luck, it takes planning and research. As an applicant, have you done your homework? How do you know the organization you’re applying to is a...

  39. E42: “We all win when we accommodate special needs in the workplace” with Alex Gilbert, Business Consultant

    As a child diagnosed with ADHD and Dyslexia, Alex was fortunate to get the help and resources throughout her years as a student. Unfortunately transitioning into the workplace wasn’t quite as smooth and resources were limited. Despite bringing her unique gifts and some pretty awesome talents to…

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  40. E41: “How to simplify things in your business and win back time.” With Kris Ward, Author, Podcaster, Coach, Speaker

    Being an entrepreneur doesn’t mean you have to burn the candle at both ends. There’s no gold star for working 13 hour days. Some of the best inventions have been created during times of rest and play. Your business needs that too! In this Powerful at Work Radio episode, Kris Ward talks about the…

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  41. E40: “Can peer learning help your team become better leaders and champions for culture?” with Mark Herschberg, Author & CTO

    As an accomplished software developer, Mark Hershberg is no stranger to the tech world. Like many of us have experienced, the people he was hiring had the technical skills for the job, but lacked the leadership and people skills. In this Powerful at Work Radio episode, Rosa and Mark talk about…

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  42. E39: “Knowing when to rework vs when to rebuild.” with Dr. Eva Lantsoght, Professor in Civil Engineering

    In her engineering experience, Dr. Eva Lantsoght, uses research, tools and collaboration to determine if a bridge needs to be rebuilt or reinvented. In order for her projects to be as successful as possible, it takes a unique blend of art and science, sometimes even Artificial Intelligence! Tune…

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  43. E38: “Using your personal values, passions, and natural talents to uncover your calling.” with Janet Birgenheier, Certified Career Transformation Coach

    Janet Birgenheier knows that finding your calling doesn’t happen overnight. Through her career in Corporate America, she’s learned that it takes a great mentor who is willing to stretch and motivate you. When you’re clear on your values, passions and strengths, you’re on the path to identifying...

  44. E37: “Leveraging your emotions to seamlessly adapt through transition” with Noa Ronen, Coach, Speaker, Author

    As an Israeli moving to America, Noa shares her experience with transition and how she overcame the feeling of being lost. As she adapted, she was called to help others navigate through transitions happening in their lives. Even though the experience will differ from person to person, grief is...

  45. E36: “Why change starts with the people on your team, not you as the leader” with Dr. Benjamin Ritter, leadership, career, and empowerment coach, national speaker, podcaster, author, and mentor

    Dr. Benjamin Ritter knows that if you want your organization to change, you need to start with the people on your team. To get the change you’re after, start by asking yourself what type of culture you are creating. Do employees enjoy room for creativity and change? And is everyone getting the...

  46. E35: “Shifting from control to empowerment” with Alisa Cohn, #1 Startup Coach in the world at the Thinkers50 Marshall Goldsmith Coaching Awards

    Alisa Cohn believes that leadership is an unnatural act; meaning all of us have work to do to become better leaders. One way to become a better leader? Have the self awareness to know if you really want to be a leader in the first place. Oftentimes as entrepreneurs, we get so caught up in our...

  47. E34: "The Issue is in the Tissue!" with Janis Isaman, Founder of My Body Couture

    Janis Isaman knows that when we feel physical pain in our body, there’s a correlation between that pain and pain in another part of our lives. Whether it be pain from a strained relationship or a toxic work environment, Janis is passionate about finding relief. She knows that it takes more than...

  48. E33: “The culture of courage” with Betsy Kauffman, Leadership Coach and Organizational Agility Consultant

    Betsy Kauffman knows that it takes courage and confidence to speak up. Most of us have had moments where we’ve looked back and thought “I should’ve said this…” Or have felt like we couldn’t share how we really felt, either because of fear or because we’ve been conditioned to stay quiet. You can...

  49. E32: “You’ve Got a Life to Live” with Fitz Koehler, Fitness Expert, Race Announcer, & Author

    When faced with one of life’s greatest challenges, Fitz Koehler had two secret weapons: a winning attitude and perseverance. You’ve got one life to live and when you really want something, you will find a way to make it happen. Even when times are tough, Fitz knows the importance of being able to...

  50. E31: “Trust through transparency” with Robin Dreeke, Best-Selling Author, Speaker and Retired FBI Special Agent

    Imagine a workplace where you and your team feel comfortable communicating strengths and weaknesses, and where you can be transparent with your thoughts and ideas. As a retired FBI Special Agent, Robin has a knack for creating tight knit teams. In his journey, he learned that humility and...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Powerful at Work Radio Podcast provides weekly insights into how seasoned leaders optimize their workforce. Learn how CEO’s and business experts invigorate their teams and maximize performance, so you can too. Each episode offers advice about professional development and fostering strong relationships you can implement today. Work should provide fulfillment and be an extension of your life’s purpose. Listen in weekly to learn how to cultivate a gratifying work culture.

HOSTED BY

Rosa Ponce de Leon

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