Podcast Show Notes – Episode 194 | 09.17.2024

Episode Title: How Technology and People Drive Business Success: Insights from a CEO

Episode summary introduction:

Kristin Sage discusses her career transition from consulting to management, emphasizing the value of technology in business. She highlights the significance of a holistic understanding in general management and her approach to ERP implementations. Key milestones in her career journey are explored, along with utilizing OKRs and engaging teams effectively. Kristin also delves into integrating new technologies with legacy systems, the role of employee feedback, and strategies for leading a remote workforce. Topics such as emotional intelligence, tackling impostor syndrome, fostering trust, career development, and Western's future plans with AI are covered. The episode concludes with empowering young women, how to reach out to Kristin, and wrap-up details.

Key Moments

0:00 - Introduction to Kristin Sage and the value of technology in business

1:05 - Kristin Sage's career transit ion from consulting to management

2:46 - The significance of holistic understanding in general management

7:28 - Approach to ERP implementations and customer needs

12:01 - Key milestones in Kristin Sage's career journey

17:06 - Utilizing OKRs and engaging teams effectively

20:19 - Integrating new technologies with legacy systems

21:52 - The role of employee feedback in leadership

24:49 - Strategies for leading a remote workforce

28:10 - Emotional intelligence and its impact on leadership

31:15 - Tackling impostor syndrome for leadership development

33:58 - Fostering trust and communication within teams

36:54 - Career development and growth opportunities for employees

43:38 - Western's future plans and the role of AI in business

47:33 - The shift towards cloud systems and AI in operations

50:10 - Data security challenges with AI and CRM applications

52:43 - Empowering young women to achieve their career goals

53:48 - How to reach out to Kristin Sage

54:18 - Wrap-up and contact information

54:40 - Sponsor: Western Computer

Key Takeaways

1. Understanding the problem you're solving and the priorities of stakeholders is crucial for effective leadership and business growth.
2. The transition to cloud-based systems is essential for companies to stay competitive, secure, and efficient in the evolving technological landscape.
3. Building a culture of open communication, trust, and career development within an organization can significantly enhance employee engagement and business success.

Guest: Kristin Sage

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-sage-mba-95a72655/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/western-computer/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Western-Computer/100063850470748/

Host: Sean Barnes

Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/

YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_seanbarnes

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes

https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes

Podcast Show Notes – Episode 193 | 09.10.2024

Episode Title: Great Leaders Do These Five Things

Episode summary introduction:

Sean Barnes shares his personal leadership journey, emphasizing the importance of caring for team members. He discusses leading individuals and creating a purposeful team, highlighting the role of feedback and managing difficult leaders through two-way communication. Sean explores overcoming communication challenges with effective techniques and underscores the power of listening and genuine care in leadership. The episode concludes with a summary and final thoughts on the discussed themes.

Key Moments

0:00 - Introduction, personal leadership journey, and the importance of caring for team members

1:35 - Leading individuals and creating a purposeful team

3:38 - Feedback: its role, managing difficult leaders, and two-way communication

6:40 - Overcoming communication challenges and techniques for effectiveness

9:09 - The power of listening and genuine care in leadership

11:52 - Summary and final thoughts

Key Takeaways

1. Understanding and addressing the individual needs and motivations of team members is crucial for effective leadership.
2. Creating a shared mission and purpose that everyone on the team can rally behind generates momentum and alignment.
3. Clear, effective communication and active listening are essential for building trust and ensuring that everyone is moving in the same direction.

Host: Sean Barnes

Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/

YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_seanbarnes

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes

https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes

Podcast Show Notes – Episode 192 | 09.03.2024

Episode Title: Navigating Career Transitions w/ Julie Flowers

Episode summary introduction:

Julie Flowers discusses her career at Chevron, highlighting the company's culture and values. She talks about overcoming competitiveness and the challenges of merging different cultures. The conversation delves into building trust and authenticity, especially between office and field teams. Julie shares her transition to Elevate You and Sean reflects on his career change and passion for coaching. They explore encouraging clients to find their passion, balancing individual and group coaching, and the importance of leadership training. The episode concludes with insights on leveraging team strengths, fostering curiosity, and Julie's future coaching plans.

Key Moments

0:00 Introduction of Julie Flowers and career at Chevron

2:21 The Chevron Way: Company culture and values

5:40 Overcoming competitiveness and assimilating cultures in mergers

7:20 Building trust and authenticity in teams

9:00 Assimilating office vs. field teams

11:19 Julie's transition to Elevate You

15:01 Sean's career transition and joy in coaching

19:13 Encouraging clients to find their passion

24:57 Julie's coaching target group and future plans

29:50 Balancing individual and group coaching dynamics

31:23 Leadership training and stretching comfort zones

35:27 Coaching and understanding different leadership styles

39:32 Leading up the chain and evolving as a leader

45:49 Leveraging team strengths and fostering curiosity

48:16 Contacting Julie Flowers for coaching

Key Takeaways

Everyone's journey is unique, and it's crucial not to judge or compare but to remain curious and supportive of others' paths.

Building trust and fostering authentic connections within teams can break down barriers and enhance collaboration, especially during transformational changes.

Leaders must constantly evolve and adapt their styles to meet the needs of their teams, focusing on understanding and utilizing each team member's strengths and passions.

Guest: Julie Flowers

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-flowers-936b2753/

Host: Sean Barnes

Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/

YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_seanbarnes

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes

https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes