Hacking Your Leadership Podcast

No role plays; just real. Chris & Lorenzo share four decades of combined experience to help you become a more effective leader. <br />Keeping employees engaged and doing their best work today requires a leadership language focused on soft skills like empathy, emotional intelligence, and a desire to make personal connections.<br /><br />Many leaders want to succeed in this brave new world but employees continue to report poor engagement and they continue to leave companies about every three years. Listen and become a leader who people never want to leave.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support</a>.

Engagement Exchange: When you apologize, is it effective?

There are right ways and wrong ways to aplogize. There are also some instances where simply apologizing isn't even effective. Today we discuss a conversation between Adam Grant and Malcolm Gladwell.Welcome to the Engagement Exchange.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

01-09
15:35

Ep 412: Sometimes, leaders cause disengagement while attempting to fix it.

We all know it's important to interact with your people often if you want them to be engaged. But if you're doing it in the wrong way you can end up stifling engagement instead.Link to Forbes Leadership arricle: https://www.forbes.com/sites/dianehamilton/2025/01/04/quiet-quitters-vs-loud-leaders-the-new-battle-for-workplace-culture/Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

01-06
20:56

Holiday Hacks 2024: Top HR Trends Going Into 2025 (10 of 10)

Over the next 10 Holiday Hacks, we break down the most important trends in Human Resources as we go into 2025.Link to article: https://www.aihr.com/blog/hr-trends/Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

01-02
15:56

Holiday Hacks 2024: Top HR Trends Going Into 2025 (9 of 10)

Over the next 10 Holiday Hacks, we break down the most important trends in Human Resources as we go into 2025.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

12-30
14:36

Holiday Hacks 2024: Top HR Trends Going Into 2025 (8 of 10)

Over the next 10 Holiday Hacks, we break down the most important trends in Human Resources as we go into 2025.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

12-26
17:23

Holiday Hacks 2024: Top HR Trends Going Into 2025 (7 of 10)

Over the next 10 Holiday Hacks, we break down the most important trends in Human Resources as we go into 2025.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

12-23
15:33

Holiday Hacks 2024: Top HR Trends Going Into 2025 (6 of 10)

Over the next 10 Holiday Hacks, we break down the most important trends in Human Resources as we go into 2025.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

12-19
13:11

Holiday Hacks 2024: Top HR Trends Going Into 2025 (5 of 10)

Over the next 10 Holiday Hacks, we break down the most important trends in Human Resources as we go into 2025.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

12-16
16:03

**Hacking Your Leadership | Lion's Guide Special Episode with Keith "Flip" Griffin

In this episode of Hacking Your Leadership, Lorenzo and Flip Griffin discuss the importance of leadership development and the partnership between Hacking Your Leadership and Lion's Guide. They explore the need for accessible leadership content, the different types of leaders, and the significance of self-awareness in leadership. Flip shares his military background and the vision behind Lion's Guide, emphasizing the need for relatable and simplified leadership training. The conversation also delves into the challenges of toxic leadership and the importance of personal growth for effective leadership.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

12-13
24:30

Holiday Hacks 2024: Top HR Trends Going Into 2025 (4 of 10)

Over the next 10 Holiday Hacks, we break down the most important trends in Human Resources as we go into 2025.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

12-12
13:28

Holiday Hacks 2024: Top HR Trends Going Into 2025 (3 of 10)

Over the next 10 Holiday Hacks, we break down the most important trends in Human Resources as we go into 2025.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

12-09
15:46

Holiday Hacks 2024: Top HR Trends Going Into 2025 (2 of 10)

Over the next 10 Holiday Hacks, we break down the most important trends in Human Resources as we go into 2025.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

12-05
14:45

Holiday Hacks 2024: Top HR Trends Going Into 2025 (1 of 10)

Over the next 10 Holiday Hacks, we break down the most important trends in Human Resources as we go into 2025.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

12-02
12:39

Engagement Exchange: Using the Four Elements by Engage for Success

Since employee engagement is such an integral part of the success (or failure) of not just a business, but of the individual leaders within that business, The Hacking Your Leadership Podcast will be discussing all aspects of employee engagement on our Thursday shows this year.Welcome to the Engagement Exchange.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

11-28
15:56

Ep 411: What do you look for when hiring or promoting a leader?

Most people are far more confident in themselves when promoting into a leadership role than they are at choosing people to promote into leadership roles. How do you navigate this?Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

11-25
25:04

Engagement Exchange: Using the Gallup Engagement Pyramid to increase Employee Engagement

Since employee engagement is such an integral part of the success (or failure) of not just a business, but of the individual leaders within that business, The Hacking Your Leadership Podcast will be discussing all aspects of employee engagement on our Thursday shows this year.Welcome to the Engagement Exchange.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

11-21
11:38

Ep 410: Are you guilty of "fauxductivity?"

Yeah, it's what it sounds like. And it seems leaders are more guilty of it than their people.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

11-18
23:49

Engagement Exchange: Are you a good leader? Ask yourself these questions.

Since employee engagement is such an integral part of the success (or failure) of not just a business, but of the individual leaders within that business, The Hacking Your Leadership Podcast will be discussing all aspects of employee engagement on our Thursday shows this year.Welcome to the Engagement Exchange.List of questions by Chris Donnelly:1. Have I built an environment where my team feels safe to speak openly?2. Have I clearly communicated our long-term goals and how their work contributes?3. When a deadline was missed, did I address it with the team and discuss ways to improve next time?4. Have I encouraged creative thinking and new approaches to solving problems?5. When a significant change occurred, did I communicate openly with my team about the impact?6. Have I invested time in mentoring and guiding my team’s personal growth?7. When two team members had a disagreement, did I facilitate a resolution that was fair and productive for both parties?8. Have I shown respect for different opinions, experiences, and backgrounds in my team?9. Have I empowered my team to take ownership of their work and decisions?10. After noticing an employee working late consistently, did I check in with them about their workload and encourage them to take time off?Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

11-14
17:21

Ep 409: A team of high-performers or a high-performing team?

It sounds like a semantic argument but there's more to it.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

11-11
25:44

Engagement Exchange: Changing assumptions about feedback.

Since employee engagement is such an integral part of the success (or failure) of not just a business, but of the individual leaders within that business, The Hacking Your Leadership Podcast will be discussing all aspects of employee engagement on our Thursday shows this year.Welcome to the Engagement Exchange.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.

11-07
15:25

joeinthekitchen

I can totally relate to this topic.

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Kaylynn Jammin

I thoroughly enjoy this podcast! Thank you, guy!

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Brett Bittner

I really appreciate the leadership lessons I learn and have reinforced from Chris and Lorenzo. The recent additional content adds even more value to the discussion they started. Thanks guys!

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Awe Connors

This episode is amazing! I'm a new manager and I've been listening to your podcast. It's very useful and taught me a lot on becoming a leader and trying to be a better leader. Thank you so much, keep up your good works!

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Isaac Thomas

This is amazing

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