The Meisha Rouser Show : Leadership and Professional Development, with Organizational Psychologist and Master Certified Coach

In a previous show, Ron Kraybill introduced five Conflict Styles people use during a disagreement. Ron returns as my guest to discuss how we can use the Two-Step Method to gracefully maneuver through conflict constructively. By becoming “conflict style aware” we can build our ability to be more confident when dealing with conflict.

Howard Behar was one of the three leaders who built the Starbucks organization and has recently launched his second book on Leadership, The Magic Cup. Howard is committed to exchanging ideas and creating dialogue around the way we lead ourselves and others in organizations today. An advocate of the Servant Leadership Model, Howard also addresses the role personal leadership plays in our individual lives.

Are you struggling with how to provide space for good ideas to emerge and germinate within your group or team? Liberating Structures (LS) are microstructures that unleash individual brilliance and collective wisdom. Join Keith McCandless, the co-developer of LS, and I as we explore the power of these tools to distribute control so that participants can shape direction themselves as the action unfolds. If your looking for ways to foster change within your work environment, you won’t want to miss this show.

It is estimated that we make over 70,000 decisions in an average day. And, it is proven that our capacity to make smart decisions can be negatively impacted by having to make so many decisions. In this show, I will explore what experts and research tell us on how we sabotage our decision making process and what we can do about it.

Whether we like it or not, business teams are constantly going through change and transitions. And, of course, change usually brings up fear and anxiety. However, understanding the various stages and cycles that a team typically goes through when maneuvering through change can help managers and leaders to more competently and confidently assist their teams through transitions and ensure their teams are optimally performing in a positive manner. By listening to this show you will gain valuable tips and insights to help enhance your teams performance.

A tool for navigating through conflict or change management – among other things – is understanding the power that “story” (or narrative) has on a person, group, or culture. Our perception of reality is based in the story we (or others) tell ourselves. By helping to open up the story allows room for growth, advancement, change and opportunity to take place. Doug Nathan has amazing success in cultivating and opening the “story” within one of the toughest nuts to crack…government. Don’t miss what will be a very informative and rich discussion.

Are you frustrated with an employee or co-worker not doing what you need them to do? There are a variety of reasons that could be leading to this behavior. This show will explore the top 10 reason that could be leading to this behavior and what you can do to get them back on board.

When in a conflict situation we tend to use one of five conflict styles, and our default style may not always be the best style to use. Ron Kraybill has been a pioneer in the field of conflict resolution and peace building since the 1970s. Many of you may know him as the creator of Style Matters: The Kraybill Conflict Style Inventory, a widely used training tool that trains leaders and laypeople in conflict management. Join me as we discuss with Ron the different conflict styles.

Ever feel like the other person you are talking to just isn't getting what your trying to tell them? Is there a particular person who doesn't seem to listen to you? Would you like to improve your ability to influence and motivate others? This show will go over how to quickly assess peoples personality and how they process information, in order to adjust your communication to fit their style. We will also talk about managing the various personality types as well.

Ever hire a person that was just amazing in the interview, yet three months after you hire them you wonder what happened to that amazing person in the interview? This show will uncover the biggest mistakes managers make during the interviewing process and goes into depth on how to become an expert behavioral interviewer.

David Emerald is a consultant, facilitator, executive coach, speaker and author. David helps clients cultivate collaborative capabilities to create sustainable change and growth and to create powerful partnerships. David is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of his popular book, The Power of TED, which offers inspiration and practical tools to improve relationships at work and home. Central message is a transformation in mindset from a Victim Orientation to a Creator Orientation.

This show answers listener questions on how, in the workplace, to build trust and credibility, tactfully deal with people who interrupt you when you are trying to focus at work, and help in dealing with people you butt heads with at work.

Learn tips and tricks for how to deal with difficult people. Who are difficult people? They are the passive/aggressive types, bullies, the ones who are always complaining, those who never give their honest opinion …and the list goes on. Are you dealing with any of these at work? If so, this show is a great opportunity for you to get some new insight as to what might be going on and how to neutralize the problem.

Creativity and innovation in the work place is a must. However, creating space for creativity is harder and harder to do as we get caught in the whirlwind of work. Join me as we explore not only how to foster a more creative and innovative work place, but also how you can spark your creative energy as well.

In my work I hear the frustration from both sides: managers struggling with millennial employees, and millennials struggling with their managers…both feeling like they are not getting what they need. This show will dive into this popular topic and explore insights towards building harmony.

Everyone is increasingly grappling with generational differences in their workplace. Join me in this weeks show as we discuss the different mindsets, communications styles and motivations of workers born in different generations.

Giving feedback can either engage others or turn them off. This show will focus on how to give positive and negative feedback that is effective, while nourishing the relationship. During this hour we will also be exploring elements of not only how to engage others but also how to keep yourself engaged at work.

Saying what needs to be said in the workplace can be the kiss of death to your career. Join me as we explore with Roslyn Erickson the right way to speak your truth. Roslyn is the type of person who voices her opinion, many times evoking a lot of controversy or dissent --especially from management. Regardless as being known as the person who can tear any proposal to shreds and her unwillingness to play the “political game”, over time Roslyn has gained credibility and is now recognized as a leader within her organizations as someone who will say what needs to be said. Roslyn is someone who knows how (and when) to speak her truth.

Join Meisha and her guest Sue McNab, as they explore the primary elements for creating a workplace culture of inclusion and ownership. Sue, a veteran VP, has helped organizations, such as Starbucks and Seattle's Best Coffee, maneuver through major change initiatives. Recently Sue helped turn the culture at Pemco Insurance from a hierarchal parent culture - follow the rules and do what management says - to a culture of involvement and inclusion - everyone is involved and responsible for taking ownership of their role. Join Sue and I as we explore how anyone can create a wining workplace culture where individuals are inspired to be in service to one another.

Kathleen O'Brien, author of Emerge: A Strategic Leadership Model For The Sustainable Building Community, discusses with Meisha the most important aspect, that many overlook, in order to identify and change the habitual story that is key to invoking change. This engaging interview also shares the 6-Stages to Change everyone needs to understand.