Episode #109 - Coaching Skills for Managers with Randy Goruk

Tori Baires is a Group Talent Acquisition Manager at Granite Construction. She is one of the founding members and current leaders of Granite’s Military Employee Resource Group (Supporting and Recognizing our Veteran Community). She has also created and implemented a military/veteran hiring and retention program across all of Granite. Tori also partners with various departments at Granite aiding in a variety of initiatives for the company. In this episode, Tori shares how her military experience shaped her leadership today and has reinforced her ‘above and beyond’ mindset. In this episode you will learn: Many examples of going above and beyond. How she was nominated for the 2022 Veteran Champions of the Year in Corporate America.  The key leadership lessons she learned while in the military. Her passion for taking the initiative / ownership of a challenge. How to get the anti-initiative / anti-ownership people on board. The challenges of Talent Acquisition managers are faced with today and in the future. The biggest recruiting mistakes companies in the construction industry make and how to avoid them. The importance of employee retention. Mistakes companies in the construction industry make that will cause people to leave and ideas on how leaders can avoid making these mistakes. Keys to being a successful mentor program with advice for mentors and mentees. Advice to get ahead in your career regardless of your role.

Host Randy Goruk has a fun and insightful conversation with subject matter expert, world famous professional speaker and author, Kathy Dempsey. The topic is shedding. Shedding bad habits, negativity, relationships, processes, or procedures. In this episode you will learn: ·        What the SHEDDING philosophy is and how it came about. ·        A few common examples of where we all could benefit from SHEDDING. ·        A few SHEDDING rules. ·        The SHEDDING Revolution – 5 Stages of Change. ·        Why having a Panic Party Now is a good idea. ·        What to do if a recession hits. ·        What to do if you lose your job. ·        How to get a copy of Kathy’s 101 – Things to Shed PDF. You will come away from this episode thinking about something you should SHED.

Host Randy Goruk has a conversation with author, professional speaker and cyber security expert, Robert Siciliano about the trends in cyber security that leaders need to pay attention to.  As leaders, we all have a responsibility to keep our businesses, our employees and our families safe. This episode is full of information that will help you do exactly that. They discuss a great number of important areas including: ·        The pending Federal Trade Commission deadline for businesses. ·        The role of a CISO and what to do if you don’t have one. ·        The importance of running a vulnerability check. ·        How foreseeability is liability. ·        The danger of personal devices including your Wi-fi enabled appliances.  ·        Multi-factor authentication and passwords. ·        Plus, so much more. When it comes to protecting the good guys and fighting the bad guys, Robert Siciliano is one of the best.

In this episode, host Randy Goruk encourages listeners to develop and refine their coaching skills.  Not all leaders are great coaches. Some leaders may be good at barking out orders or telling someone what to do, but they’re not very good at coaching someone through a situation … they can be, but they have never taken the time to develop the skills nor positioned themselves to coach. He shares his thoughts on: ·        The case for Coaching ·        What Coaching is and what Coaching is Not ·        7 – Success factors of an exceptional Coach ·        The top 12 attributes of an exceptional Coach ·        His Live Online Coaching Skills Course If you want to achieve long term profitable growth, be a leader that is effective at coaching.

Have you ever experienced someone not meeting your expectations? Or perhaps being disappointed in someone who didn’t deliver on the expectation you set for them? We are often disappointed when expectations we set for someone are not met. In this episode, host Randy Goruk lays out his proven steps to minimize the disappointment of expectations not being met.

Host Randy Goruk discusses the difference between motivation and inspiration, how to create an environment where people are motivated. He then he shares several tips and techniques on how to inspire your team.

Host Randy Goruk recently had a lengthy conversation with process and lean manufacturing expert Todd Drummond. They talked about a number of leadership issues which have are being shared in three focused episodes. This episode addresses industry leadership weaknesses and what you should look for in candidates you’re considering for a leadership promotion.   In the previous episodes with Todd, he shared career mistakes to avoid and offered suggestions on what emerging leaders can do right now to become an even better leader (episode #98). In episode #97 the focus was on tackling the labor shortage challenge. Plenty of golden nuggets in this entire series to help you become an even better leader.

Host Randy Goruk recently had a lengthy conversation with process and lean manufacturing expert Todd Drummond. They talked about a number of leadership issues which have are being shared in three focused episodes. This episode addresses advice for emerging leaders. They discuss career mistakes to avoid. In our conversation, Todd shares career mistakes to avoid and offers suggestions on what emerging leaders can do right now to become an even better leader.

Host Randy Goruk recently had a lengthy conversation with process and lean manufacturing expert Todd Drummond. They talked about a number of leadership issues which are being shared in three focused episodes. This episode addresses data he has shared in an article, indicating the current labor shortage challenge is worse than most understand and getting worse. In the conversation, Todd walks us through the four reasons why this challenge exists. He also offers a few solutions in this and the other two episodes that will be released soon.

In this episode of The Leadership and Learning Podcast, host Randy Goruk has an in-depth conversation about company culture with company culture expert Stephanie Angelo. During this episode you will learn: What company culture. Elements of culture that most organizations strive for.   The impact the pandemic has had on company culture and a few steps a leader should be taking to regain or rebuild their desired company culture. How to successfully transition into one common company culture when you experience a merger or acquisition of two organizations with different cultures. What to do when you have valuable employees who don’t like change and have not fully embraced the new culture. The tell-tale signs of a toxic culture. Solutions for leaders to tackle a toxic culture. Examples of ‘culture killers’ that leaders should be wary of. Tips and techniques to help you create a company culture that thrives.  

Alan Laing has been in the homebuilding space for 40 years working in various leadership, executive and board member roles in companies like Tridel, Canada’s premier condo builder, Pulte Homes, Taylor Morrison, Rock Wool a Danish multinational manufacturer of mineral wool products to name a few. Here’s what you can expect: Key leadership lessons learned along Alan’s leadership journey that have been key to his success with Rheia. The areas construction industry leaders could work towards improving today. Solutions for leaders to take to tackle the labor shortage challenge. Leadership challenges on the horizon for leaders in the construction industry. The top characteristics or attributes to look for when looking to promote someone. Leadership mistakes leaders typically make that we should all avoid. Advice for young emerging leaders who want to have a successful career in the construction industry.   Get your notebook ready, you’ll take away many insightful nuggets from this conversation.

The shared values and practices of employees shape the culture of companies. Leaders have tremendous influence on those values and practices. Their influence comes from their strategies, controllable actions, and inaction.    Their influence can be positive and constructive in forming the company culture and employee retention. Or their influence can be damaging and destructive to achieving the culture they desire and employee retention success. Host Randy Goruk shares: 3 – Leadership strategies for employee retention success. The top 5 - actions exceptional leaders take to achieve employee retention success. The 3 – biggest mistakes leaders make impacting employee retention success.

Tommy Whitehead is the President & Owner of TomCo Solutions, Inc. a full-service property makeover, disaster restoration, and residential renovations company. In this episode, we had an insightful conversation on the value of networking and his new book, Building Success – A Toolbox for Coming Out on Top.   In this episode you will learn:   ·        The 3 – main lessons he’s learned so far in the construction industry. ·        Why people in the construction industry are typically poor at networking. ·        The benefits of building a network. ·        Where small construction company leaders can go to network. ·        Techniques for overcoming connection roadblocks. ·        3 – tips for success for small construction company leaders. ·        3 – tips for success for employees of small construction companies. ·        What inspired him to write his book, Building Success ·        How his new book can help you as a leader.

Running a small, or a family business is no easy task. Particularly when it comes to scaling the business or planning for succession. My guest, Jim Moody, Consulting Director of the Misura Group shares his knowledge, experience, and expertise on the key elements for both scaling and succession. In this episode, Jim offers plenty of tips and lessons on: The importance of having balance between working on and working in your business. What should come first family need or business needs. Adapting to challenges for small and family business. Problems you’ll encounter when you are the Jack or Jill of all trades in your business. How to properly invest in growing your business. Hiring smart people and letting them do their job. When to move on and having something to move on to. Steps for succession planning The hard decisions you must be prepared to make Proper strategic planning. Continuous learning. And a powerful message on the importance of planning for a better future.

Jennifer Todd, owner of LMS General Contractors went from receptionist at a construction company to successfully building her own construction company over the past 16 – years. She knows a thing or two about hard work and relationships. In this episode, Jennifer talks about how L.O.V.E.E. language for leaders can help you sharpen your leadership skills while developing and strengthening your business and personal relationships resulting in long-term success. In this episode you will learn: The five different elements of L.O.V.E.E. language for leaders. The sure-fire ways leaders breach trust and how to avoid them. A fool-proof listening strategy that works every time. How to demonstrate that you value the people on your team. The importance of boundaries. How everything communicates. Plus, much more.  

Creating a safety culture is what most companies in the construction and manufacturing industries strive for ... as they should. My guest, Steven McKenney shares his 30+ years of experience with building safety cultures, fixing broken safety cultures and providing best practices to help you reinforce your safety culture. Steve is the Western Region Safety Manager for Roseburg Forest Products, and he serves as Chairman of the Safety and Health advisory committee for the American Panel Association.  He knows a thing or two about safety !    During this episode you will learn: Why safety programs fail? Why safety programs succeed? What the ideal safety culture looks like? What role do leaders play in the success of establishing a safety culture? The signs you don’t have a good safety culture. How to create a good safety culture. How to overcome obstacles of a safety culture that isn’t where you’d like it to be.  Critical advice for leaders who want to elevate their safety culture. The importance of a meaningful safety slogan to safety culture and how to create one that sticks.   

Creating and implementing an effective onboarding process for new employees has proven to be critical to individual and organizational retention success. In this episode, onboarding expert, Cody B. Loveland explains what onboarding really is, why it’s important and the outcome all organizations should strive for. Listen in as we uncover the key principles behind effective onboarding, the importance of connecting with employees on a deeper level, and the strategies for retaining top talent. In this episode you will learn: The factors critical to a successful onboarding experience. The importance of the connection – intersection. How to ‘win the heart’ of new employees. The importance of the 3 – V’s in retaining all of your employees. Whose responsibility it is to ensure a successful onboarding process. Why it’s important to onboard existing managers. The benefits of investing in a robust onboarding process. The factors causing tenured employees to quit companies. Cody’s views on remote workers Why people quit companies.

In this episode, host Randy Goruk shares content from a recent webinar he presented for Team Engine. If you are interested in being an even better coach of your team, you are bound to pick up at least one nugget to help you get there. In this episode you will learn: Why coaching for managers is important. What coaching is. 3 – universal truths about coaching. Techniques for inspiring your team. Techniques for engaging your team. Techniques for empowering your team. A proven coaching model. Contact Randy at randy@LeadersEdge360.com to learn more about his ‘Live Online Coaching Skills Course’.

In this episode, host Randy Goruk has a conversation about hazardous waste management, waste to energy and leadership with Heather Johnson, CEO of INGENIUM, a leading hazardous waste management provider focusing on providing sustainable solutions before implementing traditional disposal options. You will learn: The biggest hazardous waste management challenges manufacturers and distributors of building materials are faced with and the implication for construction companies running jobsites. Why targeting a waste to energy program is important for building material producers. Why a career in hazardous materials can be rewarding. Career advice for college graduates and emerging leaders who want to be successful. Waste management advice for building material and construction company leaders.

Host Randy Goruk shares a classic audio recording of a speech the late U.S. Army Lieutenant General Melvin Zais gave to the Armed Forces Staff College many decades ago.  The audio recording is over 40 years old so it has a few blemishes but hang in there because if you listen carefully, the powerful message for leaders is delivered with precision and great thought. This special message will cause you to think about the actions you take today to demonstrate that you care. It will make you think about the actions you aren’t taking that you could be taking to demonstrate that you care. Because as a leader you must care.