The Love Monday Podcast: Recent Episodes
Ryan Houmand
This podcast is devoted to showing people how to improve their lives by taking specific steps to love Monday just like Friday. Join host Ryan Houmand, author of "A Passion for Monday" as he and his guests break down exactly how you can love Monday just like Friday but for a different reason.
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In this episode, I dive into one of the most destructive expectations in modern work: absorption—the unspoken rule that teachers, employees, and managers should just soak up endless pressure, problems, and extra work… without complaint, compensation, or support.
I share two very real stories.
One is about my daughter, a teacher who’s expected to absorb the emotional load of students, parents, and a school system without ever wringing out her own sponge. The other is about a client I did Career Drivers with last week—someone whose top driver is trust, and who’s watching that trust evaporate as her employer keeps piling the work of other departed employees onto her desk with zero remuneration.
Both stories point to the same truth: we can’t keep expecting people to absorb the impossible and then act surprised when they burn out.
In this conversation, I break down why absorption destroys performance, engagement, and loyalty—and why leaders must stop relying on invisible labor to fill the gaps.
And I make the case for doing something most employees have never been taught to do: wring the sponge.
Not on your coworkers. Not out in the parking lot. But upward—on your principal, your boss, or whoever earns more money specifically to handle the weight you shouldn't be carrying alone.
If you’ve been silently absorbing the deluge, or if you’re a leader unknowingly contributing to it, this episode will give you a language, a framework, and—most importantly—permission to stop thinking “that’s just the job” and start advocating for what you actually need to be effective.
Tune in and stop soaking up what was never yours to hold.
Email me and we'll sort out a sponge-wringing solution for YOU. Ryan@LoveMondayLikeFriday.com
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Two Types of Coaching — And Why You Need to Know Which One You’re In
In this episode, I break down the two types of coaching most people don’t even realize exist:
Coping Coaching and Transformation Coaching.
Coping Coaching helps you steady the ship — manage overwhelm, get unstuck, deal with the stress, pain, or chaos that’s right in front of you. It’s valuable, even necessary… but it’s not where big change happens.
Transformation Coaching is different. It’s the work that rewires your patterns, elevates your identity, and moves you toward the life and career you’re actually meant for. It’s where you get aligned with your zone of genius and start showing up powerfully.
I talk about why most people unknowingly ask for one when they actually need the other, why managers often respond with the wrong type, and how that mismatch keeps teams stagnant and individuals frustrated.
If you want to grow, lead better, or finally shift into the version of yourself you’ve been aiming at, this episode will help you identify which coaching mode you’re in — and how to move toward transformation.
A small distinction, but a game-changer for loving Monday.
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It’s time to stop managing and start coaching. In this episode, I share real success stories that show what happens when managers trade their administrator hats for coaching mindsets. When you stop fixating on tasks and start developing people, engagement goes up, productivity follows, and your team begins to love Monday just as much as Friday—just for different reasons.
Join me as we dig into what great coaching looks like in action, why it outperforms traditional management every time, and how you can become the kind of leader people never want to leave.
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In this episode, I take you along on my morning walk as I talk about how I did the Career Drivers activity for myself—and what they revealed about me. We talk about how powerful it is to identify what truly fuels your motivation and joy at work, and what happens when managers and teams do this exercise together. When you uncover your career drivers, you stop chasing everything and start focusing on what matters most—the work that pulls you closer to your Zone of Genius.
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In this episode, Ryan explores why spending time improving your weaknesses comes with a massive opportunity cost. Instead of grinding away at what you’ll never be great at, he makes the case for stepping out of your Zone of Incompetence entirely—and doubling down on your strengths. Ryan shares stories, examples, and insights to help you recognize when “fixing” a weakness actually keeps you stuck, and how focusing your energy where you naturally excel can accelerate your success, engagement, and joy at work.
If you’ve ever been told to “work on your weaknesses,” this episode might just change how you define growth forever.
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Most of us spend our careers bouncing between what we can do and what we should do—rarely getting to what we’re truly meant to do. In this episode, I break down the four zones—Incompetence, Competence, Excellence, and Genius—and share how to break free from the first three to find the one that makes you come alive.
Through personal stories and real-world examples, we explore how to recognize when you’re stuck in the wrong zone, how to make the leap toward your genius, and why doing so isn’t just better for you—it’s better for everyone around you.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re great at something but not fulfilled by it, this episode will help you find the courage to step into the work that feels effortless, joyful, and deeply aligned.
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I heard a quote this week that hit me square in the chest: “The life you want is on the other side of the work you’re avoiding.” OUCH - but it’s true — not just for people, but for companies too.
In this episode, I talk about how we all dodge the hard things — the feedback conversations, the accountability moments, the uncomfortable truths — and how those acts of avoidance quietly steal our growth. I see it in coaching sessions every week: talented people stuck because they’re protecting comfort instead of chasing progress. And I see it in organizations that cling to “the way we’ve always done it,” even when that way drains engagement and erodes trust.
If you want your people to love Monday, you have to stop avoiding the work that makes Monday worth loving. The culture you want — and the life you want — are waiting on the other side of the hard things.
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Sometimes the smallest experiences reveal the biggest workplace truths. In this episode, Ryan shares how a quick stop to fill his tires turned into a masterclass on disengagement. When the air machine started letting air out instead of putting it in—and the station’s “warning” sign barely warned anyone—it became clear: quality suffers when employees stop caring.
Ryan unpacks how poor service, unclear communication, and lack of ownership are all warning lights of disengagement, not just in gas stations but in every business. Through relatable stories and sharp insights, you’ll see how employee engagement—or the lack of it—shows up everywhere, from customer experiences to company reputation.
Listen in to learn:
- Why the “little things” are the biggest engagement indicators
- How disengagement trickles down to customers
- What great managers do to keep the air (and energy) flowing in their teams
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Sometimes, the right conversation makes all the difference. In this episode of Love Monday, I share a powerful story from a recent manager training session. During a table discussion, one manager explained how he helped take an employee from the very bottom of the performance chart to the very top of his team.
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Why do some employees thrive while others stall out? The answer often comes down to three simple factors: skill, will, and fit. In this episode, I break down how managers can use this framework to diagnose performance issues, take the guesswork out of coaching, and unlock hidden potential. You’ll hear real-world examples, practical questions to ask, and a simple way to know whether your next step is training, motivating, or moving someone into a better role. If you’ve ever struggled with how to get the best from your team, this episode gives you the manager’s shortcut.
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What if your entire organization could love Monday just like Friday? In this episode, I break down THE formula for making that happen: measure engagement, diagnose the problem, and prescribe the solution through the right management tools, training, and coaching.
Engagement doesn’t improve by accident—it improves because leaders treat it like a business-critical health issue. Just like a doctor diagnoses and prescribes to heal the body, organizations need someone who can do the same for their culture. That’s where I come in.
If you’re ready to create a workplace where people look forward to Mondays, this episode will show you how—and invite you to employ a doctor like me to help your organization thrive.
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Have you ever walked into a business and felt like your presence was an inconvenience? In this episode of Love Monday, I share a real-life experience at a property management office that made me stop in my tracks—and reminded me how easy it is to spot employee disengagement in the wild.
When frontline employees repel customers with their attitude, it’s not just a bad moment—it’s a business risk. I break down what these moments signal about company culture, why Gallup says 70% of engagement comes down to management, and how one sour interaction can send loyal customers running.
We’ll explore the hidden cost of disengaged employees, the role of managers in creating engaged teams, and what your customers are really experiencing when your people aren't all-in. If you’ve ever questioned whether engagement really matters—this episode will answer that.
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In this episode, Ryan peels back the curtain on the messy middle of doing what you do best—when you’re also trying to do all the things.
Inspired by Oliver Burkeman’s 4,000 Weeks and Gay Hendricks’ Zone of Genius framework, Ryan shares what it’s really like trying to live in your genius while fighting with web builders, coaching clients, and maximizing every last hour of your week. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re failing at your purpose because your life doesn’t look polished—this episode will help you breathe, realign, and recommit.
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What if your company actually chose managers based on their ability to lead people—not just because they were good at tasks?
In this episode of Love Monday, I sit down with Robert Buckley, Chief People Architect at Enveda Biosciences, to unpack a radical idea: People create all value. From that philosophy, Robert built a world-class system for choosing people leaders—one that prioritizes emotional intelligence, relational skill, and the willingness to actually do people things.
Connect with Robert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertbuckleyutah/
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Why are we still promoting the wrong people into leadership roles? In this episode, Ryan introduces his latest concept: QWERTY Management—a powerful metaphor for how outdated systems keep ineffective managers in place. Just like the QWERTY keyboard was designed to slow us down, QWERTY-style management slows down engagement, innovation, and team performance.
We unpack why top performers get promoted even if they can’t lead, why ineffective managers linger in roles they’ve outgrown, and how incumbency and path dependency keep companies stuck in a leadership rut. You’ll hear real-world stories, a breakdown of what better leadership could look like, and a call to action for choosing managers on purpose—not by default.
Whether you're an executive, HR leader, or someone tired of watching bad managers thrive while great people leave, this episode will give you a whole new lens on leadership.
Keywords:
QWERTY Management, bad managers, outdated leadership, path dependency, incumbency bias, leadership pipeline, promoting top performers, employee engagement, manager development, workplace culture, Love Monday
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In this short but fiery episode, Ryan breaks down one of the most damaging habits in the workplace: promoting top performers into management without checking if they’re wired for people leadership. Discover what it means to be a people-genius — someone who lights up when others grow — and why coaching, empathy, and development are non-negotiables for any leader.
Ryan shares simple, powerful interview questions you can use to detect whether someone is energized by people leadership or secretly dreading it. If you’re serious about employee engagement, retention, and performance, this episode is your wake-up call.
🔑 Topics covered:
- What separates a good performer from a great manager
- Gallup’s research on natural leadership talent
- The energy gainer/drainer test for manager selection
- Why “being liked” matters more than you think
- How to stop confusing doing the work with leading people who do the work
Keywords: hiring managers, people genius, leadership talent, Gallup Q12, employee engagement, people leadership, manager selection, promoting managers, coaching employees, energy gainers and drainers
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What if the secret to improving performance and employee engagement lies in what gives you energy at work?
In this episode, I break down a simple yet powerful strengths-based leadership concept using Gainers & Drainers. We explore how to detect real talent—your own or your team's—by paying attention to which tasks energize you and which ones deplete you.
Perfect for managers looking to elevate team performance, this episode introduces a practical tool and a coaching exercise you can use in your next 1-on-1 or team meeting. You’ll learn how to apply energy awareness to talent development, spot hidden strengths, and start creating more engaging, energizing roles across your team.
If you care about employee engagement, manager effectiveness, and unlocking talent at work, don’t miss this one.
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There’s a long-standing myth in management: “You’re not here to be liked—you’re here to be respected.” But what if that mindset is sabotaging your team?
In this episode of The Love Monday Podcast, Ryan Houmand challenges the false dichotomy of being liked vs. respected as a leader. Drawing on research from Gallup, Google’s Project Oxygen, and Don Clifton’s Soar with Your Strengths, Ryan makes a compelling case for why likability isn’t a weakness—it’s a superpower.
You’ll learn:
- Why managers who are liked and invested get better performance
- The real reason so many leaders avoid being close to their people
- How fear-based leadership backfires in today’s workplace
- What the data says about employee engagement, trust, and retention
- How to build meaningful work relationships without losing authority
Whether you’re a new manager or a seasoned leader, this episode will help you rethink how connection and care drive productivity—and why employees don’t quit jobs, they quit bosses they don’t like.
🧠 Relevant for:
People leaders, HR pros, engagement geeks, and anyone tired of the old-school, fear-based leadership model.
LeadershipDevelopment #EmployeeEngagement #GallupQ12 #LikedVsRespected #DonClifton #GoogleProjectOxygen #LoveMondayPodcast #ManagerTips #PsychologicalSafety #RespectVsLike #ModernLeadership
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Why are we so afraid to say what we really think at work—or on LinkedIn?
In this episode, Ryan resurrects the classic Jim Rome mantra, “Have a take and don’t suck,” to explore why so many professionals stay silent in the face of important, even urgent, conversations. From DEI and layoffs to employee well-being and leadership accountability, too many people are editing themselves out of the discussion. Why? Fear of judgment, fear of getting it wrong, or simply not wanting to rock the boat.
But here's the thing: silence isn’t neutral—it’s a choice. And in a world that desperately needs bold, thoughtful voices, playing it safe is a leadership liability.
We dig into:
🔥 Why the workplace rewards vanilla over vision
📉 How employee engagement suffers when people feel like they can't speak up
📢 Why strong takes (backed by insight) build credibility, connection, and culture
📊 And what it means to speak up without sucking
If you're tired of the corporate echo chamber and craving real talk about leadership, courage, and finding your voice, this one’s for you.
Keywords: employee voice, leadership communication, workplace culture, psychological safety, bold leadership, LinkedIn engagement, professional courage, thought leadership, personal branding, employee engagement, authenticity at work
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Are customer and partner escalations on the rise in your company? If so — don’t blame your team. Blame your leadership habits.
In this episode of the Love Monday Podcast, we pull back the curtain on one of the most common leadership mistakes managers make: unintentionally teaching their employees to escalate more.
Escalations aren’t just a customer service problem — they’re a leadership signal. And how you handle them sends powerful messages about trust, empowerment, and team confidence.
Join us as we explore:
✅ Why escalations are rising right now
✅ How managers accidentally reinforce the escalation cycle
✅ A simple, proven model to empower your team and reduce escalations
✅ The manager phrases that build trust — and the ones that erode it
✅ Why breaking the escalation cycle helps your employees love Monday again
Did you know?
➡️ Only 30% of U.S. employees strongly agree their opinions count at work — a key driver of unnecessary escalations.
➡️ Companies with high employee empowerment see up to 50% reduction in escalations and higher engagement and retention.
If you’re a leader who wants fewer customer escalations and a more empowered, confident team — this episode is for you.
Listen now and start turning those Monday escalations into leadership wins!
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Why are more employees disengaged, distrustful, and ready to leave than ever before? In this episode of the Love Monday Podcast, I unpack a real-world story of a dedicated employee who gave her all to her company — only to be terminated when she asked for flexibility. This isn’t an isolated case. Across industries, companies are increasingly breaking the psychological contract with their people — sacrificing loyalty, trust, and long-term engagement for short-term risk avoidance.
Backed by the latest research from Gallup, McKinsey, Edelman, and PwC, I explore why so many organizations are losing their most committed employees, how leadership behaviors are eroding trust, and what the best companies do differently to retain top talent.
If you’re a CHRO, people leader, manager, or employee navigating today’s changing work landscape, this is the conversation you can’t afford to miss.
We’ll cover:
✅ Why employee trust in leadership is at a historic low
✅ How companies are quietly dismantling flexible work — and paying the price
✅ The hidden costs of breaking the psychological contract
✅ The role of psychological safety in engagement and retention
✅ Actionable steps leaders must take to rebuild trust and loyalty
Don’t let your company become a cautionary tale. Tune in now and learn how to build the kind of workplace where employees love Monday — and stick around to prove it.
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In this episode, we explore the power of praise and why so many leaders miss the opportunity to lift their people up. I share a personal story about my daughter Lauren, who, after four years with a boss who only pointed out what she could do better, finally experienced real recognition at her new job. Her new boss not only praised her directly but also made it public by cc’ing her boss’s boss – a powerful move that left a lasting impact. We break down the top reasons leaders struggle with recognition and why a simple, well-placed compliment can change everything. If you want to create a culture where your people love Monday, this one’s for you.
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Let’s talk about the uncomfortable truth behind the return-to-office push.
It’s not about culture.
It’s not about collaboration.
And it’s definitely not about those stale bagels in the breakroom.
In this episode of Love Monday, I unpack what’s really going on: control, surveillance, and a system that punishes high performers by giving them more work instead of more reward.
I share why remote work shook the foundation of how companies operate — and why some leaders are desperate to claw that control back. We’ll also look at how remote work gave employees a taste of something dangerous: freedom.
If you’ve ever felt like getting better at your job just earned you more hours without more pay… this one’s for you.
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If you're dreading Mondays because your job drains the life out of you, this episode is for you. I’m walking you through my 12-step Bulletproof Process for landing a job that makes you actually look forward to Monday.
Whether you’re stuck in a soul-sucking role or just ready for something more aligned with your strengths and purpose, this isn’t your average job hunt advice. This is a mindset shift + practical roadmap that’s helped dozens of people get unstuck and back on track.
👉 You can DIY it. Or, if you want coaching through the process, I’ve got spots open.
📞 Hit me up at Ryan@LoveMondayLikeFriday.com and book a free intro call. Let’s get you into a job you love.
Bulletproof Process for Loving Monday
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They say, “It’s not personal—it’s just business.” But what happens when it is personal?
In this raw and timely episode of the Love Monday Podcast, Ryan shares the heartbreaking story of his daughter, who was laid off from the company she had dreamed of working for since she was 13. Like so many others, she was told it wasn’t personal. But the impact on her health, identity, and sense of purpose said otherwise.
We dive into how corporate detachment has become the norm—especially in the years following the pandemic—and explore why that mindset is failing workers. From anxiety and burnout to the erosion of trust and loyalty, this episode highlights the real cost of treating employees like numbers instead of human beings.
You’ll hear:
- The silent toll of layoffs on health, relationships, and mental well-being
- Why “it’s not personal” is a cop-out—and how companies can (and should) do better
- Real data and stories from the front lines of modern work
- A challenge to leaders to rehumanize the workplace before it’s too late
If you’ve ever felt disposable at work, this episode is for you.
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In this episode of the Love Monday Podcast, Ryan Houmand explores a deceptively simple but powerful question: Do they want to lead?
Many people step into management roles because it's the next rung on the ladder—but what if they were never actually interested in leading? Ryan breaks down why some managers never fully embrace leadership—not because they lack the skills, but because they lack the desire. Whether it’s a preference for doing the work over managing people, discomfort with accountability, or a fundamental mismatch in motivation, Ryan reveals why wanting to lead is the first and most important test of leadership.
This episode is perfect for HR leaders, executives, and team builders who want to rethink how they select and support managers. If you've ever wondered why someone in a leadership role avoids actually leading, this conversation will hit home.
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In this episode of Love Monday, I ask a question every organization should be asking about their managers: Will they lead?
Too many managers stay in the weeds, doing the work their teams should be doing—avoiding the hard, essential work of coaching, developing, and leading. Whether it’s clinging to tasks, covering for underperforming team members, or claiming they’re just "helping out," the result is the same: disengaged teams and stalled performance.
I take a look at what real leadership looks like, why so many managers avoid it, and how to spot the difference between a task-doer and a true people-developer. Backed by research from Gallup, Google’s Project Oxygen, Zenger Folkman, and HBR, this episode delivers a no-fluff reality check and a clear framework for evaluating leadership at every level.
If you lead managers, coach leaders, or are a manager yourself, this one’s for you.
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In this episode of The Love Monday Podcast, I ask a tough but necessary question: Why do we keep settling for mediocre leadership? It started with a conversation I had with a friend. I dropped the stat from Gallup—that organizations choose the wrong person for management 82% of the time—and she pushed back. But as we kept talking, even she admitted her current and past leaders weren’t exactly stellar.
We dig into this epidemic of mediocrity, spotlighting an article from Time that calls it what it is: The Plague of Mediocre Leadership. From uninspired vision to lackluster communication and accountability, I explore why companies keep promoting the wrong people and how this sets the tone for disengagement, poor performance, and turnover.
If you’re a leader—or work for one—this episode will challenge you to rethink what great management should look like. It's time we raise the bar.
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If you’re job hunting, don’t just look for a better paycheck—look for a better boss. A great manager can make or break your experience at work, and finding the right leadership could be the key to loving Monday just as much as Friday.
In this episode, I break down 12 essential questions you can use to evaluate a potential boss before you take the job. These questions will help you assess leadership style, company culture, and whether you’re walking into a supportive, growth-focused environment—or a toxic workplace waiting to happen.
Want to make sure your next job is a step up, not a step sideways (or worse, down)? Tune in to learn how to test for a better boss before you sign the offer letter.
🎧 Listen now and take control of your career.
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Not sure if you’re working for a good company with a great manager—or if you’re just surviving in a toxic workplace? In this episode, I break down 12 critical test questions to help you evaluate whether your manager and organization are truly employee-oriented. If you disagree with any of these, and especially if layoffs are looming, it may be time to update that resume and start looking elsewhere.
👉 Are your contributions valued?
👉 Does your manager have your back?
👉 Is transparency a core value, or are you always in the dark?
If you’re stuck in a job that doesn’t serve you, this episode will help you spot the warning signs before it’s too late. Tune in now and find out if it’s time to make your move!
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Layoffs aren’t just unfortunate events—they’re a lagging indicator of management failure. In this episode, I break down why layoffs signal a lack of vision from upper management and how failing to coach employees and track productivity at the frontline leads companies straight into trouble.
If your company is laying people off, it’s already too late—leadership missed the warning signs, and you might be next. Tune in to hear why sticking around after layoffs is a risky move and what to do instead.
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Your personal brand is more than just a LinkedIn profile—it’s how you show up in the world, online and off. In this episode, I sit down with branding expert Lindsey Carnett to talk about the power of building your personal brand through your own website, optimizing your LinkedIn presence, and managing your online reputation. Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or job seeker, Lindsey shares practical tips to help you take control of your digital footprint and position yourself for success. Tune in and learn how to craft a brand that truly represents you.
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Can AI help build better leaders? Robert Buckley, Chief People Architect at Enveda, says yes—but only if you start with the right leadership philosophy. In this episode, Robert shares how AI and data-driven insights transform leadership development and manager effectiveness. He emphasizes that "people create all value" and that great leadership starts with knowing where to focus.
We dive into:
✅ The role of AI in leadership development and decision-making
✅ Why you need a leadership philosophy before using AI
✅ How to "do the math" to ensure you're investing in the right areas
✅ The balance between data, intuition, and human connection in people management
Whether you’re a manager, HR leader, or executive, this episode will change how you think about leadership in the age of AI. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of people management!
Leadership #AI #HR #ManagerDevelopment #LeadershipPhilosophy #EmployeeEngagement #PeopleCreateAllValue #LoveMonday
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It was the best of management; it was the worst of management. A tale of two managers, where one inspires their team to thrive, and the other leaves their team in disarray. In leadership, just like in Dickens’ classic A Tale of Two Cities, we see contrasts—hope and despair, light and darkness, order and chaos. Today, we’re diving into what separates the 93rd percentile manager from the 7th percentile, unpacking the lessons that make or break a team’s success. Whether or not you’ve read the book, this story will hit home—because the stakes in leadership are as real as they were in revolutionary Paris or stable London.
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What if the secret to organizational success is simpler than we think? In this episode, we explore the powerful Service Profit Chain and how it connects employee engagement, customer satisfaction, and profitability. Drawing insights from a popular LinkedIn article, we break down the key elements of this proven framework and share actionable tips to help your organization thrive.
I’ll also dive into how I help businesses improve engagement at every level, empowering managers and teams to build cultures where employees and customers alike love what they do—and it shows.
Whether you're an executive, manager, or someone passionate about creating a better workplace, this episode is packed with insights you can put to work immediately.
Tune in and discover how small changes can drive big results, transforming your workplace into a hub of engagement, loyalty, and success.
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I pushed record and started just talking about what's on my mind, the state of work, and the issues that impact it. It's kinda ugly, so strap in if you're going to listen.
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In this episode of the Love Monday Podcast, I tackle a common workplace challenge: people managers who get stuck managing projects instead of leading their teams. If you’re a senior leader, I’ll share actionable strategies to help your frontline managers shift their focus from tasks to people. And if you’re a frontline manager yourself, you’ll learn how to empower your team to take ownership of projects so you can invest your time where it matters most—coaching, developing, and engaging your people.
We’ll dive into a proven process to transform project-heavy managers into true people leaders who drive engagement and team performance. You’ll walk away with practical advice for fostering team accountability, delegating project responsibilities effectively, and building a culture of growth and collaboration.
If you’re ready to stop managing projects and start leading people, this episode is for you. Hit play now, and let’s get your team thriving!
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In this episode of the Love Monday Podcast, we sit down with Kaylene Fedor, Senior Manager of Recruiting at Enveda Biosciences, to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and recruitment. Kaylene shares her insights on leveraging AI to enhance efficiency in the hiring process while maintaining a personal touch with candidates. She discusses practical strategies for integrating AI tools to streamline tasks, allowing her team to focus on building meaningful relationships with potential hires. Tune in to discover how technology and human connection can coexist harmoniously in modern recruitment practices.
Kaylene Fedor is the Senior Manager of Recruiting at Enveda Biosciences, where she leads efforts to attract and retain top talent in the biotech industry. With a passion for innovative recruitment strategies, Kaylene has successfully integrated AI technologies to optimize hiring processes and enhance candidate experiences. Her commitment to balancing technological efficiency with human engagement has made her a thought leader in the field of talent acquisition.
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In this insightful episode of the Love Monday Podcast, we sit down with Amy Skyles, Author and Human Resources Executive, to explore the powerful difference between complacency and loyalty in the workplace. Amy, who brings years of HR expertise from diverse organizations, explains how action and enthusiasm can transform a “check-the-box” mindset into genuine employee engagement. Discover practical strategies for fostering a loyal, proactive workforce and learn how leaders can inspire their teams to take meaningful action. Suppose you’re a manager, team leader, or HR professional looking to build a culture of dedication and enthusiasm. In that case, this episode offers valuable takeaways on motivating employees, avoiding workplace complacency, and driving impactful engagement. Tune in to learn how to turn passive compliance into active loyalty and create a workplace where everyone loves Monday!
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In this episode of the Love Monday Podcast, host Ryan Houmand sits down with Brian Fink, a seasoned recruiter and thought leader in the talent acquisition space, to dive deep into the evolving world of recruitment. Brian shares his expert insights on the latest trends shaping the recruitment industry, the impact of technology on hiring processes, and the importance of building authentic relationships with candidates in an increasingly virtual world.
Discover actionable strategies for creating a candidate-centric experience, tips for recruiters to stay ahead of industry changes, and the key metrics you need to track recruitment success. Whether you're an HR professional, recruiter, or leader looking to build stronger teams, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways to help you thrive in today's competitive talent market.
Key Topics Covered:
- The biggest challenges recruiters face today and how to overcome them
- How technology is transforming recruitment and underutilized tools you should know about
- Building genuine connections with candidates in a remote environment
- The future of recruiting: Trends you need to watch and prepare for
- Practical advice for new recruiters and the skills that matter most
Tune in to learn from one of the top voices in recruiting and discover how to optimize your hiring process for success!
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In this episode of the Love Monday Podcast, Ryan dives into two common types of long-term role holders in the workplace: Anchored Achievers and Empowered Performers. Discover the key differences between these two personas and learn how managers can either anchor employees to repetitive tasks or empower them to reach new heights of innovation and success.
Ryan breaks down the characteristics of Anchored Achievers—those who are dependable yet often underutilized—and explains how specific manager archetypes, like Micromanagers and Taskmasters, contribute to their stagnation. On the flip side, he explores Empowered Performers, employees who are encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead, supported by visionary managers like The Liberator and The Connector.
If you’re a manager or leader looking to maximize your team’s potential, this episode is packed with actionable insights. You’ll get data-backed advice on how to foster a culture that turns Anchored Achievers into Empowered Performers, and learn how empowering leadership can lead to greater employee engagement, productivity, and innovation.
Tune in to learn:
- What differentiates Anchored Achievers from Empowered Performers
- The 8 manager archetypes and how they impact employee growth and development
- Data and insights from Gallup, Deloitte, and Harvard Business Review on employee engagement and innovation
Keywords: Anchored Achievers, Empowered Performers, Manager Archetypes, Employee Engagement, Leadership Development, Innovation, Micromanagers, Taskmasters, Empowering Leadership
Don’t miss this episode if you’re ready to transform your leadership approach and unlock the full potential of your team!
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In this eye-opening episode, we explore the hidden pitfalls of employee reskilling and how it can lead to disengagement, high turnover, and unexpected costs for businesses. As companies rush to adapt to changing markets, they often move employees around like pawns on a chessboard—forcing workers into roles they didn’t apply for and weren’t trained for. Using real-world examples, including General Electric’s controversial decision to move R&D employees into sales, we reveal the ugly truth behind reskilling initiatives gone wrong.
Join us as we dive into the human and financial costs of reskilling, backed by shocking data and compelling stories. Learn why hasty reskilling can harm companies and employees and discover better ways to approach workforce adaptation without sacrificing employee morale or productivity. If you’re a manager, leader, or HR professional grappling with reskilling challenges, this episode is packed with actionable insights and cautionary tales you won’t want to miss.
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Wish you could build your own culture on your team because the culture of your org is less that stellar?
YOU CAN!
And in this episode, you'll learn how to do it!
12 Elements of Engagement
I Know What’s Expected of Me at Work
I have the Materials and Equipment I Need to Do My Job Right
At Work, I Have the Opportunity to Do What I Do Best Every Day
In the Last 7 Days, I Have Received Recognition or Praise for Doing Good Work
My Supervisor, or Someone at Work Seems to Care About Me as a Person
There is Someone at Work Who Encourages My Development
At Work, My Opinions Seem to Count
The Mission or Purpose of My Company Makes Me Feel My Job is Important
My Associates or Fellow Employees are Committed to Doing Quality Work
I Have a Best Friend at Work
In the Last 6 Months, Someone at Work Has Talked to Me About My Progress
In the Last Year, I have had Opportunities at Work to Learn and Grow
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Leaders should be the best, most effective ambassadors for their products and services. Unfortunately, most leaders rarely have the passion or ability to tell an effective story of their products and services. Sometimes it's because they are so busy with other, often less important functions. Most often, they just don't have the training they need. Let's change this. In this episode we explore the general concepts of Brand Evangelism.
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In this episode, we're talking about how people-pleasing will cause you to hate Monday.
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In this episode, Kortney Ross, founder of NextGen Work Culture, joins us to discuss the things most important for managers to know about enabling parents to be successful and even LOVE where they work. Listen up managers and business leaders!
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It's okay to be a friend and a boss at the same time, though controversial the primary reason for not being a friend to your employees is that you're too weak a leader to be able to have a hard conversation with a friend. Don't let anybody, including the voice inside your head treat you that way.
Set boundaries and let your people know that even though you love 'em, sometimes you're going to give them corrective feedback BECAUSE you love them.
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In this episode we explore new research into where managers are doing well, struggling and where they think they're doing better than they are compared to how their team members feel. The research is from Gallup and if you want to see the report, click the link below.
Strengths, Weaknesses and Blindspots
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In the book "It's the Manager" from Gallup, 5 critical conversations every manager should be having with every employee are outlined. In this episode we'll talk about why you should be having them and how to have them as well as some success stories.
"It's the Manager" by Jim Clifton and Jim Harter
"The Strengths, Weaknesses and Blindspots of Managers" Gallup.com
"Before They Quit, They Quit" by Ryan Houmand
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In this episode we discuss the difference between the manager mindset and the coach mindset.
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In this episode, we'll talk about why you should not be so uptight about the demands of life. Relax and get inspired.
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In this episode, we discuss how to claim your power, live your life, and don't ask for permission. People managers often don't have the assertiveness be powerful for their teams for themselves.
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In this bonus episode, I explain the purpose of the Love Monday membership area. As record producer and Def Jam Records founder, Rick Rubin said, "All that matters is that you are making something you love, to the best of your ability, here and now.”
That's my intent with the membership zone. It's not for everyone. Heck, it might not be for anyone but me...I guess we'll see.
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In this episode we explore what it takes for a manager to be a coach. We'll focus on some of the things that distract managers from doing people things and we'll talk about what it takes to be a great coach from the Coaching Cycle to the the 5 critical coaching conversations as laid out in the book "It's the Manager" - a great book with great science behind it.
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In this episode, we consider Bridge #3 of the 7 Bridges of a Solid Relationship - A Safe Haven & Secure Base. This is a two-part bonus episode covering the concept of a safe haven in the first part.
A safe haven in relationships refers to an environment or dynamic where both partners feel emotionally secure, supported, and valued. It's a space where individuals can express their thoughts, feelings, and vulnerabilities without fear of judgment, ridicule, or abandonment. In a safe haven, there's trust, empathy, and open communication, allowing for genuine connection and intimacy to flourish. It's about being able to rely on each other during times of stress, conflict, or uncertainty, knowing that you have each other's backs and can work through challenges together. Ultimately, a safe haven fosters a sense of belonging and acceptance within the relationship, creating a foundation for growth, happiness, and mutual fulfillment.
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In this episode, we kick off our push to help managers help their people to Love Monday Just Like Friday but for a Different Reason, by helping them be better managers. We'll explore how managers become managers and why it's so hard to find a good manager.
Why Great Managers Are So Rare
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In this episode, we look at the inherent credibility issue that women face primarily when men don't see them as credible sources of knowledge and contribution to society, organizations and relationships.
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In this bonus episode, you'll hear my observation of 3 real-life, yet brief, scenarios. I sat in a restaurant for an extended period observing 3 couples with different dynamics. It was interesting to see and try to apply the 7 Bridges to what I observed. Though there's no way to know exactly what's going on from such a brief observation, what indicators do YOU observe from my description? If you had to determine from such a brief encounter, which of the 7 Bridges do you think they cross and which ones do they struggle with?
Have fun with this. When you're done, look at your relationship and see if there are any indicators an outside observer might conclude about how you're crossing the 7 Bridges.
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In this episode we explore Bridge #3 of the 7 Bridges - Emotional Availability. We'll look at some of the key components of Emotional Availability including:
- Attunement
- Open communication
- Empathy
- Self-awareness
- Vulnerability
- Boundaries
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In this bonus episode we explore how horribly, horriblly wrong almost all organizations handle layoffs. This episode is for managers and leaders in organizations who might at some point have to do a layoff. Spoiler alert: Layoffs are ALWAYS a management failure and the employees are the ones who pay the price for poor management.
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In this episode we talk all about Bridge #2 of the 7 Bridges of a Solid Relationship - having a Bias for Communication. Communication is a leading reason for failed relationships. Many people don't figure this out as they head into a new relationships and so they struggle with it through the relationship.
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We're fascinated by the romance of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, aren't we? Let's face it, we're generally fascinated by romance, but it's extra fun to live vicariously thorugh someone else's fairy tale.
In this episode, we talk about Bridge #1: Attraction! It's the first of the "7 Bridges of a Solid Relationship. It's where we start, so let's get started! It's time to write your own fairly tale. #taylorswift #travisKelce #taylorandtravis
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In 2024 we're moving beyond the workday! In this episode we introduce the first of many topics to help you thrive on every day of the week, not just Monday.
What are the things that make up a solid relationship. Well there are plenty of ideas out there, and here are a few more. I've used this process successfully for myself and with others. Today we introduce the framework. In coming episodes we'll break down each of the 7 Bridges and how you can apply them to success in your relationships.
Let's start loving Saturday just like Monday but for a different reason.
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In this episode, we look at the real world experience of the next step in the journey for a 12 year stay-at-home mom makes a shift from that career and is shifting her focus back to the "normal" workforce.
Suggested Reading: A Bulletproof Process for Loving Monday
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Hopefully you're getting a break from your Monday blues. In those quiet moments when everybody's taking a nap, think about why Monday's don't go well for you. What can you do differently that might change that for you and also change your life.
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In this episode, special guest Bob Scrivner joins to share his advice on the importance of continual self-assessment in your career. Not only does it give a good self-check on your career progression and development, but it also enables you to share at any time exactly what you've accomplished since your last assessment. It's a great way to always be ready for your next semi-annual performance conversation with your boss. Have a listen as Bob explains CARB.
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This episode is for managers of people. Yes, we do those every now and then because if we don't have great managers, it's virtually impossible for you to LOVE Monday at all, let alone just like Friday. Even though this is for managers, there's a little something to help everyone in this episode.
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In this episode, you'll get a do it yourself roadmap for moving to a job/situation that will help you LOVE Monday just like Friday but for a different reason. The 6 step process can be learned in the episode. You can also get more information with video lessons at LoveMondayLikeFriday.com and you can get coaching from Ryan Houmand to help you on your journey.
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The best lifehack there is, is to get a coach. You can take a class, read a book or watch a log of videos to gain knowledge, but one thing none of those can ever give you is feedback on how you are personally doing in your quest for improvement. A coach can give you the insights and ask all the right questions.
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In this episode, we explore a different perspective on change. This episode will be helpful to individuals and managers and leaders as we explore the impact to change on individuals and teams.
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In this episode, we cover how to get the most out of your career through networking. We discuss social media, internal networking, external networking, networking events and how to build relationships.
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Contiuous learning and skill development - do you love it, do you tolerate it to get ahead? If you love it, why? If you tolerate it, why? If you love it or you tolerate it, it's probably doing you some good on some level. Today we talk about why it can help you out and how to get more out of your career by pursuing it.
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It's time to get more out of your career, but how do you do it? This is the first of several episodes on getting the most out of your career. In this episode, we are going to do some self-reflection. What do you do best? What are the values, motivations and factors that drive your career? What are those things you already know you rock? What are the things that give you energy v. drain your energy?
In the next several episodes we'll be exploring more ways for you to LOVE Monday just like Friday but for a different reason.
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Love Monday Basic Membership
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Ever have one of those really great experiences where you are on the highest of highs? You know what I'm talking about, you have an event or a success and you feel like you've just conquered the world. Ever pay attention to what happens after, like the day after? Do you ever have an emotional crash? Maybe a better question is do you ever not have an emotional crash? I call this "The Drop" and it happens to me the day after just about every emotional or spiritual high I've ever had. In this episode, we're identifying what you can do to protect yourself against "The Drop".
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That's right. Sometimes you don't like Friday either. Maybe there are things in your personal life that keep you from being happy at home too. Today we're going to talk about communication and specifically showing empathy with curiosity when you're emotions are high.
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This episode is directed at people leaders, but I think everyone should find something interesting and useful. If you're a manager and people are quiet quitting, detaching from the team, getting injured or not performing like they once did, you've got engagement problems.
Link to the 12 elements of engagement
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Is work/life balance a thing? People talk about it. Companies contend they believe in it, but does anybody really have it?
Career Drivers by Bridge: https://app.bridgedrivers.com/#/
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This episode is geared toward managers, but everyone will find something helpful here. We discuss the why and the how of conflict resolution. We'll give you some tangible tips for conflict resolution and difficult conversations.
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This episode is aimed at managers, but it's good information for everyone who wants to love Monday just like Friday. Managers are the primary reason employees are either engaged or not. If you're not engaged - enthusiastic, committed and involved in your work, you're not engaged. In this episode, we help managers get better at time management and prioritization.
A link to a great article on the Eisenhower Matrix.
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In this episode, Ron Thurston, author of the best-selling book "Retail Pride" and Co-founder of OSSY joins us to give us his take on how to love what you do. This is especially good advice for our friends in retail, but these are principles that are important for everyone in every industry.
I hope you enjoy the show. For more information on Ron, his book and OSSY, check these links.
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Retail in America with all of the podcast episodes https://www.retailpride.com/
LinkedIn for me https://www.linkedin.com/in/rthurston/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/retailpride/
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The final episode in our Solving Your Horrible Boss Problem is all about what makes a great manager great. If you're a manager you'll learn about the 5 things that make great managers successful.
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This is the second in the series called "Solving Your Horrible Boss Problem".
Okay, so you're thinking I don't need to listen to a podcast to know I have a horrible boss. Maybe not, but do you know what to do about it? You might not have to fire you horrible boss. The reason is, not all bosses are horrible on purpose. Look, the manager's job is the toughest one in the building and there are a precious few organizations that give them the training and support they need. That translates to YOU not getting the training and support you need.
In this episode we look at things bosses make that keep them from being great. We'll also look at ways you can impact your boss and possibly make them better.
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"People don't leave jobs, they leave bosses." How many times have you heard that? For the most part, it's true. According to Gallup companies choose the wrong candidate to be the boss 82% of the time. Further, they state that only about 1 in 10 people have the rare combination of talents that they've found to be present in the greatest bosses.
With that in mind, if you feel like you have a boss that's not meeting your needs, there's a good chance that it really is THEM and not you. That doesn't let you off the hook completely. Because it's one thing to have a horrible boss, it's quite another to keep them. That part is on you.
This is the first in a series of episodes that are aimed at fixing your horrible boss problem. You might be surprised to find out that you might not have to change bosses to upgrade. But if you do, we'll help you out with that too.
The first step in getting a great boss is interviewing for one. That's right, and you thought the job interview was all about the company and this new boss vetting you. That's only half of it, and from your perspective, it should be less than half of it. From your perspective it should be 100% you vetting the new role, the new company, and most importantly the new boss.
This episode is a resetting and rerunning of an episode from May about the questions you should be asking your new boss in the interview process. If you're a new listener, I hope you enjoy it. If you're a long-time listener, I hope you find something new and useful.
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In and earlier episode called "Tell Me Why I Don't Like Monday" we talked about some specific reasons you might hate Monday. In this episode we address specific questions people have when they know they hate Mondays. If I know I hate Monday, now what are some questions I can ask myself to start to fix the problem specific to me?
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In this episode, we explore the Zone of Competence and how when you're stuck in it - and many of you are - how limiting it can be in your career, your happiness and your life.
The concept is from the book, the Big Leap by Gay Hendricks and this week I came across a great example of someone who is stuck in their Zone of Competence and that's really no place you want to get stuck.
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Are you tired of feeling trapped by chronic stress and high-functioning anxiety, even though your professional success may suggest otherwise?
In this episode, Mindfullness Coach, Gaelle Chapon helps us unravel how anxiety can stand in the way of LOVING Monday just like Friday but for a different reason. Gaelle also gives us. tips and tricks to be more mindful not just on Monday but every day.
Reach Gaelle here:
https://www.gaellechaponcoaching.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gaellechapon/
https://www.instagram.com/gaellechaponcoaching/
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In this episode, Steve Arntz, CEO of Campfire, shares some great insigths including one about when we started hating Monday. Believe it or not, it wasn't when you got your first job. You're in for a treat in this episode.
Check out these links!
- https://www.getcampfire.com/sparks - Please order a deck of cards and use the promo code: lovemonday at checkout to get $10 off your purchase.
- If you want to join the Campfire community of more than 300 HR professionals who crave more connected workplaces, here's the link: https://www.getcampfire.com/community-apply - it's free!
- If you just want to book time with Steve, you can email him directly: steve@getcampfire.com
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What’s your story? What are all the lessons you’ve learned and the experiences you’ve had that have brought you to where you are?
It’s time to tell your story. It’s a compelling one. And you are somebody that people want to get to know. The only thing keeping them from getting to know you, is you.
Know Your Narrative:
- It’s critical to have a clear and compelling narrative. What is your story and what does it teach others about you?
- When you understand your personal story, where you came from what you learned and why you are who you are today, then you can represent yourself well in job interviews and networking opportunities.
- So how do we do this? We have to start looking in the rearview mirror. We have to start buidling our story and a good place to start is with your Linkedin profile.
Highlight Relevant Accomplishments:
- List every job you’ve had since the beginning of time, but don’t list bullets of the tasks you did. Just list the jobs
- Next, go back to the first job you ever had. Think of all the experiences you had in that job and write your best story from that job and the lesson you learned from it that you still use today. These should be stories with examples of personal growth.
- If you can quantify any of this with facts figures or other statistics, then add those into your stories. Don’t go overboard, just a big headline type statistic that really wow’s people and underscores you story.
Connect Emotionally:
- You need to connect emotionally with who you are. Make these good stories. Stories you want to tell and would want to hear them yourself.
- use vivid and relatable anecdotes, incorporating personal challenges and triumphs, and conveying passion and enthusiasm.
- Consider the emotions they want to evoke in their audience and tailor their storytelling accordingly.
Craft a Compelling Structure:
- It’s important to keep the story concise, engaging, and relevant to what you learned and how you use that lesson now.
- Use a hook, building tension, and make it memorable.
Practice and Refine:
- Now that you have it in Linkedin, go back an read it.
- Is it conversational? If not, go back and make in conversational
- Practice reading it outloud to establish this. If ANYTHING is written in a way that you wouldn’t say it, change it so that it is.
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In this episode, Lisa Rangel, CEO of Chameleon Resumes and executive resume expert shares some brilliant advice on how to get unstuck when you feel like you're in a Monday-hating job.
For more on Lisa Rangel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisarangel/
For more FROM Lisa:
https://chameleonresumes.com/
https://joblandingacademy.com/
https://chameleonresumes.com/daily-career-tips/
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Do you start dreading Monday before it even begins. In this episode, we'll discuss quick-fixes and longterm solutions for fixing the Sunday Scaries.
Link to article mentioned in the episode: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/sunday-scaries/
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Are you in a career or are you just doing a job? Are you growing, developing finding fulfillment in your every day, or are you just getting paid for your time and effort? In this episode we're talking about the difference and how you can transform your life of "Joe Jobs" with your "extensive collection of name tags and hairnets" to something you really love doing every day.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Njxj7995VBg
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This week's episode is abbreviated because I'm on vacation, but stay tuned because we resume with full episodes next week!
Sometimes when we're going to make a change the hardest part is committing to ourselves to stick with it and stay on course. Here's a little inspiration for you to help with that.
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There's a Horrible Bosses Pandemic throughout the world. Long-time listeners will know about the 4 Mistakes that Make People Hate Monday. The 4th is "Having a Horrible Boss and Keeping Them". The "keeping them" part is really on you. But that's okay, because in this episode you're going to learn all about how to change that. We're going to shift your mindset from interviewee to interviewer for all future job interviews.
Mentioned Links:
Interviewing Your New Boss - The questions
5x5 Love Monday Company Worksheet
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"Tell me why I don't like Monday" that song by the Boomtown Rats is something we don't think about too much. I want you to think about it, and not just think about it, but come up with the answer on your own. Because make no mistake about it, you know why you don't like Monday. Most of us are just afraid to address it. Because once we know, then we either have to do something about it, or betray ourselves.
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In this session, we get to know the amazing Kayleigh Fazan. Kayleigh is the founder of The International Retail Academy. Kayleigh shares how important it is to know who you are and the value you bring. She shares her concept of Ripples of Impact (the real ROI). Get to know Kayleigh and check out her Linkedin profile and her website and check out all her great content.
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Did you choose your job or did it choose you? Just like in a romantic relationship, you have to choose who you want and what you want in that relationship. YOU matter in decisions like this so don't treat it lightly. You need to swipe right on your career. You have to actively choose who you want to pair up with in your job just like you do in a romantic relationship. In this episode, we're going to talk about how you do that.
Resources:
LoveMondayLikeFriday.com
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Steve Jobs said, "The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it."
In this episode, we'll go step by step on how to get you started in finding what you love. If you follow the entire process, you'll find what you love. Keep following this podcast and we'll get you to exactly what you love so you too can do great work.
In this episode, we also mention the Basic membership on LoveMondayLikeFriday.com and how you can get a free month just for listening when you sign up. Use this coupon code for your free membership. With the basic membership, you get unlimited access to all courses and content and you can cancel anytime. Become a basic member for one month free today. Free Month Link
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Once you've committed to stop making the "4 Mistakes that Make People Hate Monday", if you're still not loving Monday just like Friday, you're probably now making one of the 5 Mistakes that Make People Half-ass their Transformation.
Make no mistake, if you're going to move from hating Monday to Loving it just like Friday, it's going to require a transformation.
In this episode, we'll discuss the J-curve of change and transformation and introduce the 5 Mistakes that Make People Half-Ass their own transformation.
In this episode, we also talk about changes to LoveMondayLikeFriday.com that will help you regardless of your point in your transformation from DIY to weekly one on one coaching.
Links and Resources discussed in this episode:
- Dornbusch, R. (1976). Expectations and exchange rate dynamics. Journal of Political Economy, 84(6), 1161-1176.
- Beer, M., & Nohria, N. (2000). Cracking the code of change. Harvard Business Review Press.
- Kotter, J. P., & Schlesinger, L. A. (2008). Choosing strategies for change. Harvard Business Review, 86(7/8), 130-139."J.K. Rowling Talks Failure and
- Depression with Oprah Winfrey," Huffington Post, https://www.huffpost.com/entry/jk-rowling-talks-failure_n_1421328
- "J.K. Rowling's Failure to Launch," Time, http://content.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1908453,00.html
- "Leonardo da Vinci: The Genius Who Procrastinated," Psychology Today, https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-creativity-cure/201409/leonardo-da-vinci-the-genius-who-procrastinated
- "Leonardo da Vinci: The Last Supper," Khan Academy, https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/renaissance-reformation/high-ren-florence-rome/high-ren-art1/a/leonardo-da-vinci-the-last-supper
- "Michael Jordan: A Man in Full," ESPN, http://www.espn.com/nba/news/story?id=2360045
- "Adele: Inside Her Private Life and Triumphant Return," Rolling Stone, https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/adele-inside-her-private-life-and-triumphant-return-107155/
- "Adele's Candid Interview with Anderson Cooper," CBS News, https://www.cbsnews.com/news/adeles-candid-interview-with-anderson-cooper/
- "Robert Downey Jr. Talks About Beating His Demons, Finding Iron Man," NPR, https://www.npr.org/2014/10/10/354700966/robert-downey-jr-talks-about-beating-his-demons-finding-iron-man
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"The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." - Nelson Mandela
"I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." - Thomas Edison
Playing small is one of the leading deterrents to loving Monday just like Friday. In this episode we explore the ways we play small in our careers. Here are some of those ways:
- Staying in our comfort zone: We may choose to stay in a job that is safe and familiar, rather than take on new challenges and responsibilities that could help us grow and develop our skills.
- Limiting beliefs: We may hold limiting beliefs about our abilities or worth, and not pursue opportunities that could lead to growth and advancement.
- Settling for less: We may settle for a job that is below our potential or that does not align with our values, goals, or interests.
- Fearing failure: We may avoid taking risks or trying new things because we fear failure or rejection.
- Lack of self-advocacy: We may not speak up for ourselves, negotiate for better salaries or benefits, or ask for opportunities for growth and development.
- Not networking: We may not prioritize building relationships and networking, which can limit our exposure to new opportunities and resources.
- Procrastination: We may procrastinate on important tasks or projects, hindering our productivity and progress.
- Not investing in personal development: We may not invest in personal and professional development, such as attending training or seeking mentorship or coaching.
The Inner Game of Tennis by Timothy Gallwey
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In this episode, David shares his personal experience with Building Trust through Honest Feedback. We explore the importance of effective feedback and the necessity of making a safe space to give and receive feedback.
David Alsop is the Head of Human Resources and People Strategies at Ultradent Products Inc., a global leader in dental products ranked as Fortune Magazine’s fifth-best workplace for large manufacturing and production. He owns JumpSpark, LLC, which helps modernize and unite people and profit strategies in the workplace. JumpSpark is best known for bringing DisruptHR Salt Lake City to Utah annually. David resides in American Fork, Utah, with his wife Heather and four sons, Luke, Caden, Porter, and Ryland. David is motivated by a life purpose to find and help grow the human potential of the excluded.
Listeners of the Love Monday Podcast can get a 20% discount on tickets to DisruptHR Salt Lake coming up on April 19 with the discount code DISRUPTMONDAY.
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Women aren't invisible. Invisibility isn't even a thing. Yet, we treat them as if they are. We don't see them for the value they bring to the workplace or the homefront. Don't believe me? Only 1 in 4 c-suite leaders are women. Only 1 in 20 are women of color. Outside of work, women do 75% of the world's unpaid labor such as care for children, working around the home, and shuttling children to and from school.
"Invisible Women" is a book by Caroline Criado Perez and it's one of the most important books ever written. Women in the Workplace is the largest study of work for women and it's been running for 8 years. It's done in a joint effort by McKinsey & Co. and LeanIn.org.
In this episode, we use these two sources as material for the show. When we don't see women for the value they bring, we only see them for the function they perform and then we value that less that the function a man performs.
For women to Love Monday just like Friday, men need to understand, embrace and be voices for and agents of change.
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In this episode, we'll explore how you can apply the Top Gun Approach to improving what you do to a point that you will be ridiculously good at it. In the process, you'll become so good at what you do that you can't be ignored by anyone.
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Is your career driven by what's important to you or is it being driven by some external pressure? In this episode, we'll explore what drives your career and how to find out if you don't already know. If you know drives you career and can relate that to peak experiences you've had while working you'll get hints into many different jobs you could do to love Monday just like Friday.
Career Drivers
Clifton Strengths Assessment
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Giving 2 weeks' notice when you quit your job, it's customary even expected. But is it necessary? Does two weeks' notice really help anyone? Okay, there has to be a formal resignation, but whether you're the manager or the one who is quitting, there's always more than 2 weeks' notice even if no one says anything. That's because before they quit, they quit.
Quiet quitting is the in-fashion term for people who disengage and detach, but it's not a new concept. In this episode, we explore how people quit long before they officially resign and what to do about it whether you're an individual contributor or especially if you're a manager.
Mentioned resources:
Before They Quit, They Quit
Love Monday Just Like Friday for Managers Course
Love Monday Just Like Friday for Everybody Course
Other Love Monday Like Friday resources
Bridge (for Engagement Surveys)
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In this episode we explore what makes a great job, a good job and a bad job. I didn't make this stuff up its from an article called "The Real Global Jobs Crisis" written by Jon Clifton, CEO of Gallup. He defines the Great and the Good and I extrapolated from that what a bad job is.
If you follow me on LinkedIn you'll find a poll I placed out there today, please go respond to it. It's about whether you have a great job, a good kob, a bad job, or are unemployed.
Also referenced in this episode: I wish I could ask the boss about the boss.
and LoveMondayLikeFriday.com and My LinkedIn Profile
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This week I lost my voice. Rather than miss a week we have an abbreviated session with stories and content from LoveMondayLikeFriday.com paid content. These are snippets from the courses available there. For listening today, and if you go to LoveMondayLikeFriday.com, I'm offering a HUGE discount to earlier listeners of the Podcast. Use the discount code PODCAST50 for a FIFTY PERCENT discount on any courses you purchase at LoveMondayLikeFriday.com. This offer expires on February 28, so hit it quickly.
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Why do so many managers struggle with leadership? There are some very specific reasons starting with how they became managers. Many managers are reluctant managers, meaning they got the job but didn't really want the job. Others maybe wanted it but didn't know how to do the job because they don't get proper mentoring or training. In this episode we explore how you became a manager, if you are one. We also explore 5 talents found to be common in the best managers. If you're a manager, see how you stand up against the stack of talents. If you're not a manager, see how your manager is doing against the 5 talents. This will give you some hints as to whether or not you need to find a new manager. Afterall, if you want to love Monday just like Friday and your engagement in your work is largely attributable to your manager, you need to get this basic step right. Get the best manager you can find!
Why Great Managers Are So Rare
One Key Reason Entrepreneurs Don't Make Good Managers and Vice Versa
5 Reasons People Become Managers (only one of them is a good one)
If Money Didn't Matter I'd...
Monday has been moved to sunday
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In this episode, we explore what you do next after checking your rearview mirror (Episode 11). It's good to take a look at how far you've come, and once you feel the full impact of your progress, use that positive energy to place your eyes firmly on the road ahead. You'll probably find the road looks different now that you can appreciate just how far you've come. You'll likely have a renewed determination to get to all the places you want to go in life and in your career. We'll also look at some specific things you can do to further refine that focus and define your journey.
Have fun with this!
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Sometimes we can't appreciate where we are if we don't look at how far we've come. It's easy to get down on ourselves and engage in self-defeating behavior, negative self-talk, and upper-limiting our progress if we look at ourselves at a point in time and we're disappointed. Often it's either because we are comparing ourselves to others who are doing different things and have different talents. Other times we're looking at where we are and it's not where we thought we'd be or if we are where we thought we'd be, it's not what we thought it would look like when we got there. Sometimes you gotta look in the rearview mirror and appreciate all the good things that have happened to get us where we are today. It can be pretty self-inspiring, rather than self-defeating. In this episode, you'll hear 5 questions to ask yourself when you find yourself discouraged about your personal progress. Because hey, you want to love Monday just like Friday, right?
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This session is going to be helpful for everyone but is specifically directed at people managers who have people who struggle on their team. We'll define and explain how you can maximize talent density on your team for maximum results. This will also help to drive engagement and a love of Monday for your team.
For more information on how to love Monday just like Friday, got to: LoveMondayLikeFriday.com. Find more information from Ryan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-houmand/
Get the book! "A Passion for Monday"
Make no mistake, being the boss is the toughest job in the building...any building. That said, research by Gallup tells us that companies hire the wrong person to be the manager 82% of the time. With that in mind, there's a high probability that you'll end up with a bad or even horrible boss at some point in your career. It's not always your fault for getting a horrible boss, but keeping a horrible boss is 100% your fault. So, what are you going to do about it? In this episode, we explore what great bosses do, now to detect the good and the bad and how you can interview your next boss to make sure you get a great one. Join us and subscribe!
For more information on how to love Monday just like Friday, got to: LoveMondayLikeFriday.com. Find more information from Ryan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-houmand/
Get the book! "A Passion for Monday"
In this episode, we explore the Bruce Jenner Mistake: Trying to be something you're not. This is a concept from the book "A Passion for Monday" by Ryan Houmand. We'll explore what this mistake is, how to recognize if you're making it and some questions you can ask answer to start to get on a better path to your zone of genius.
For more information on how to love Monday just like Friday, got to: LoveMondayLikeFriday.com. Find more information from Ryan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-houmand/
Get the book! "A Passion for Monday"
In this episode we'll explore why you stay in your comfort zone and why that can be a problem.
For more information on how to love Monday just like Friday, got to: LoveMondayLikeFriday.com. Find more information from Ryan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-houmand/
Get the book! "A Passion for Monday"
If you hate Monday, you might think there's no hope for ever liking it, and if you're ever going to that you have to leave your job, career or industry. That's not the case for most people. In this episode, we talk about how you can make the most of Monday where you work today.
For more information on how to love Monday just like Friday, got to: LoveMondayLikeFriday.com. Find more information from Ryan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-houmand/
Get the book! "A Passion for Monday"
The concept of the Zone of Genius is from the book the Big Leap by Gay Hendricks. In this episode we explore what the Zone of Genius is, and how to identify yours. People who are famously successful operate about 90% of the time in their ZOG. Most others spend 5 to 10% of their time in their ZOG and the rest of their time in the zones of excellence, competence or incompetence.
For more information on how to love Monday just like Friday, got to: LoveMondayLikeFriday.com. Find more information from Ryan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-houmand/
Get the book! "A Passion for Monday"
When it comes to making a change in your career, how averse to change are you? Some people make. a change at the first sign of difficulty or distress. Others wait until they hit rock bottom and simply can't take it anymore. In this episode of the Love Monday Podcast we'll explore more deeply why you might hate Monday, motivation for change and what you can do about it. We'll also talk about how you can effectively enhance and improve your network using LInkedIn.
For more information on how to love Monday just like Friday, got to: LoveMondayLikeFriday.com. Find more information from Ryan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-houmand/
In this episode, we highlight what you might NOT be getting from your boss and your job. You need to get these things in your job or the probability of you loving Monday is very, very low. We'll also talk about what you can do to ensure you get these things and start loving Monday just like Friday but for a different reason.
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For more information on how to love Monday just like Friday, got to: LoveMondayLikeFriday.com. Find more information from Ryan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-houmand/
In this session, we're going to talk about the big ugly that so many people are experiencing right now - job loss. If you've been impacted by a layoff or reduction in force (RIF), what you'll get from this episode is that you don't need to give up hope. This may be the start of something better than you could have imagined. If you're in despair, Ryan Houmand will share his own story about losing his job and how he bounced back. You'll also learn how to determine what you should do now that you're unemployed. Should you just go back to doing the same type of work in the same type of company, or should you consider what you do best before jumping back in. Ryan will help you explore your peak experiences - those experiences when you lost track of time and were energized because of the work you were doing. He's also going to editorialize a little (can you believe this guy) on the subject of how layoffs are ALWAYS a management failure.
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For more information on how to love Monday just like Friday, got to: LoveMondayLikeFriday.com. Find more information from Ryan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-houmand/
In this pilot episode of the Love Monday podcast we introduce the podcast and kick it off with a primer on the "4 Mistakes That Make People Hate Monday". The 4 mistakes are 1)The Michael Jordan Mistake (trying to be good at everything), 2)The Marty McFly Mistake (fixating on your weaknesses), 3)The Bruce Jenner Mistake (trying to be something you're not), 4)The Horrible Bosses Mistake (having a horrible boss and keeping them). Join Ryan Houmand, author of "A Passion for Monday" and employee productivity and engagement expert each week as he and his guests break down how to Love Monday just like Friday but for a different reason.