metaskills

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 77, Molly’s first caller, Kathy, is keen to understand “metaskills”—your intentional energy or vibe—that impact how people perceive you, and how work gets done. Next, Kevin calls in about how to respond when asked for his thoughts on working from home and “how would you like to work going forward?” He also asks about a personal dilemma around preserving friendships when politically polarized and neither side appears to value diversity (11:40). Then Ed, who’s in charge of security and safety for a retail-based organization, asks about how best to have sensitive conversations with store staff to alert him if they sense any risk of workplace violence (32:25). Lastly, Cathy raises an observation of unconscious bias and asks for ways to approach a professor when they unintentionally may have offended a bunch of folks (41:40). Molly closes by encouraging parents that it’s never too early to help our youths find their voices – using an example of how a teenager making a food delivery might respond to an irate customer (50:55). Molly’s thought for the week, from tennis pro Jorge Capestany: There’s no failure… there’s only feedback. Tune in and learn how to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 12, Chairman & CEO of the WD-40 Company, Garry O. Ridge shares insights on creating and sustaining people-center cultures, and one that embraces say it skillfully and learning moments at all levels. Call in and ask Molly how to handle that conversation or specific situation you’ve been avoiding. Or you can email Molly from her host page (https://www.voiceamerica.com/show/3923/say-it-skillfully). Join the show for these topics and her live conversations as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. Episode 10 started with a caller, Sunder, who wanted help to “say no,” especially to those in senior positions. William called in for a lively conversation on ways parents and their beloved college-age children can more skillfully relate (7:00). Teresa, 10 years into her career, asked about how to get started on exploring “what’s next” (27:30). My final caller, Gal, shared his experience with bullying in the workplace, and we discussed what you can do to overcome this, and when it may be the right thing to leave the bully behind (38:15). Join the show for these topics and her live conversations as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 9, Bex explored her inner dialogue about doing work she loves, though not the compensation. How to consider the opportunity cost and position herself to be valued in a way that feels right? Christian asked how to “say no” when senior stakeholders want you to take on more work than you have bandwidth for. And we talked about approaching a colleague who’s executing fine on the job, but isn’t exactly superb in their people interactions and softskills (17:50). Steeped in the rapidly-changing IT industry, Patrick wanted to better utilize his own metaskills to more quickly connect with people and help them to fully embrace change (30:45). Join the show and learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that allows you to get Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. At the start of Episode 8, Paul asked about ways to help his new boss, who’s constantly overloaded, to digest key information and avoid ill-informed decisions. Jeff, a seasoned executive, spoke candidly about his experience where those in the CEO role tend toward leading by directive and don’t seem interested in promoting open, inclusive environments (15:45). Finally, Brad was keen to discuss how to handle situations where it appears someone isn’t putting forth their best effort (30:30) . I wrapped by responding to a request from someone who was happily in between jobs, though not comfortable with how exactly to talk about being so. Join the show and learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® helps you benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. Episode 7 starts with the flip-side to “If you’re good enough, you’re old enough.” What’s it like to be later in career aspiring to re-invent? Molly’s 1st guest, Simon, aware of bias that non-digital natives are “definitionally irrelevant” shows his vulnerability as he shares his experience along the way to the CEO ranks. Hear thought-provoking questions about what’s next on his journey. Cathy called in about getting through to a colleague who attempts to save time by cutting corners, but unintentionally creates fire drills for everyone else (34:30). And Brian, who in the past turned a blind eye to a respected colleague’s tendency to be a top talker, was keen for options to skillfully help his colleague say less and add more value (47:30). Join Molly as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® gives you Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 5, several callers wanted to effectively disagree or convey an opposing point of view. Fear of offending or looking bad was a common challenge. Join Molly for these topics as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself. Her first caller Chuck was stunned when his boss flew off the handle about an email. Hear how he could have de-escalated the situation, while helping his boss grow. Jim, team leader and ‘boomer’, asked about leading Gen X and Y’s and building the trust needed to work well together (15:45). Preparing to discuss a promotion she felt qualified for, Liv was unsure of her boss’ support. How could she share her true feelings without creating ‘career suicide’ (28:30)? An entrepreneur, Johannes needed help to set client expectations upfront, vs accept timelines he knew wouldn’t work (44:)

Say It Skillfully® is a show that allows you to get Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 3, Molly helps professionals handle their challenges, including: How to gain confidence to participate more during meetings when you’re inclined to hang back. As a team leader, communicating tough news in a motivating way to a valued employee who didn’t get a much desired promotion. Confronting a team member who seems disengaged without being confrontational. Staying composed when you’re shocked by what someone has said. Join Molly for these topics and more as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In this kick off episode, Molly provides context for the series and you’ll hear her help professionals handle their challenges, including: If you’re the boss, how can you make suggestions without being too bossy? On the flip side, how can an employee turn around poor behavior from their boss? You’ll learn to deal with a not so aware, too controlling colleague, and how to make a stellar first impression in your first big presentation in your new job. Join Molly for these topics and more as you learn to navigate work while being invaluable and true to yourself.