Episode 168

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1st Feb 2024

Beyond Buzzwords: A Deep Dive on Employee Discontent and What You Can Do To Turn it Around.

Is your workplace just going through the motions? Tired of the endless stream of leadership books and "happy at work" platitudes that never seem to make a difference? This podcast cuts through the noise and gets to the heart of what truly creates thriving, engaged workplaces.

Join Denise Cooper and Robyn Garrett, seasoned experts in workplace dynamics, as they peel back the layers and reveal the hidden culprits behind employee discontent. From leadership gaps to outdated learning styles, they delve into the real challenges holding companies back. But this isn't just a problem diagnosis; it's a practical toolkit for building a better future.

Discover how to:

  • Foster empathy and psychological safety for stronger, more connected teams.
  • Navigate generational differences in work expectations.
  • Set clear boundaries and build trust through effective communication.
  • Identify your personal values and make purposeful choices at work.
  • Master the skill of empathy and connect with colleagues on a deeper level.

This is a no-nonsense conversation about real-world solutions for creating workplaces where people not only work, but thrive. Get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about employee happiness and discover the power of leadership that truly inspires.

Bonus: Learn more about Robyn's book "Happy at Work" and find resources to continue your journey towards a better work life.

Robyn L Garrett is CEO of Beamably and a top TikTok expert on leadership, known by millions for witty insights and practical, modern strategies. She is the author of Happy at Work: How to Create a Happy, Engaging Workplace for Today's (and Tomorrow's!) Workforce and Be True to Yourself: The Personal Values Workbook. After many years as a startup executive, Robyn became tired of working with “leaders” who continuously put profits before people. She wanted to guide a new generation of leaders, teaching them to bring a “beam” of light into the lives of others. Now, she is building tools and technology to further this mission. NPR, Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, The Hill, and numerous podcasts and other media outlets have featured Robyn. Learn more at www.robynlgarrett.com

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Remarkable Leadership Lessons
Listen today to learn how you can lead high-preforming, inclusive teams.
On the Remarkable Leadership Lessons Podcast, we believe that acknowledging that you don’t know what to do differently is a sign of strength not weakness. Our guests will give you the tools to ask for that much-needed raise, to prepare yourself for life in the C-Suite, and to develop a growth mindset that leads you and your team to the desired results. We help you make work, career and leadership work for you.

Host Denise Cooper helps listeners assemble the building blocks of emotional intelligence: accountability, compassion, the willingness to admit wrongdoing, and the determination to follow through. Problems do not end with strategy. They end with thoughtfully developed solutions consistently put into practice.
Make your actions intentional, your behaviors mindful, and your decisions deliberate. And no matter what, own up to all of them.

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