The Everyday Manager Podcast: Recent Episodes
Steve Steel
The Everyday Manager - Steve Steel, talks the ups & downs of the everyday challenges faced by managers from all backgrounds. This podcast is an opportunity for the listener to gain insight into ideas, thoughts and feedback from managers whom are at the coal face of their businesses and speak on how to deal with these everyday challenges.
In this episode, host Steve Steel covers the topic of career transition. Listeners are treated to the story of Deacon Johnston, the man whom transitioned from being a Garbage truck driver to becoming a lawyer. This inspirational journey of Deacon's is a one of dedication, hard work and laser like focus on achieving one's goals.
If you are someone who has always wanted to take the risk of changing careers but never known what it is like to do so, then do yourself a favour & listen to Deacon's story. It is well worth it. Enjoy!
In this episode, host Steve Steel covers off on two topics. Firstly running a small to medium enterprise and also the introduction of the topic of career transition.
Listeners are introduced to Keith Nicholson who shares his story of running his own successful business, to one day selling up and changing the direction of his career. Risks were taken, challenges faced and dedication to his goals were prime. But in the end, Keith navigated to the destination he was seeking. Enjoy!
In this episode, host Steve Steel continues with the segment of interviewing owners of small to medium size enterprises. Listeners are introduced to John Prefontaine whom gives his insight into the ups and downs of running a music teaching, recording, sound and audio company.
John shares his stories of the uncertainty and uknowns that presented in the formative years of his business through to today where he is engaging in expansion activity for his company. The journey is a tough one considering COVID thrown in the mix. But as you'll hear, John has come through the otherside better than ever.
If you're looking to start your own business and keen to get an understanding on what to expect, listen to John and his expertise on what to do and not what to do to make your dream and passion come to life.
In this episode of the Everyday Manager Podcast Series, host Steve Steel introduces listeners to a segment on Small & Medium Business Owners. Listeners are connected with Ben Jamieson whom is a business owner and manager of a hospitality business called Ricks Garage which specialises in food, beverage and entertainment. Interestingly, the business has a unique approach to its design and culture.
Ben gives listeners insight into the challenges and triumphs associated with running small and medium sized businesses. The blood, sweat and tears that go into it all and the entrepreneurial spirit that is at the foundation of these businesses.
Host Steve Steel has the privilege of interviewing Internationally renowned Pianist - Jeffrey Biegel. WOW! - what a story Jeffrey has to share with listeners as he takes us on a journey from his beginnings at an early age where he had no hearing and limited speech. From here, he navigates throughout his life and career to becoming an expert in his field and playing with some of the largest orchestra's, solo piano, composer as well as playing with many other music groups over the decades.
Jeffrey provides some insight into his world and the current projects that he is managing. Further, Jeffrey touches on the work he does as a teacher of people in his roles as an Adjunct Professor. As an engaging speaker, the audience as always is left captivated by his thoughts and views on the world.
In this episode of the Everyday Manager Podcast Series, your host Steve Steel takes the listener on a different pathway for understanding leadership. The listener is treated to an interview with Dane Lam - Conductor of Orchestra's, Opera and Ballet.
Dane has many years experience of leading orchestra's in multiple countries across the globe. He has trained with the best, been mentored by the best and deliver's his best every performance.
Dane gives the listener insight into the world of orchestral music and performance. Further, he provides linkages between his profession and the commercial business world. Dane also educates the listener on the business aspect to his industry and the challenges faced in this capacity.
Sit back, take a listen and enjoy the ride!
In this episode, the listener meets Marnie!
Marnie takes us on a journey through her experiences in her first management role all the way to her current Senior Management & Executive role. Marnie gives her thoughts on the importance of new managers quickly attaining the skill of empathy. She explains how it has benefited in her career to date.
In this episode, we meet Matt Teese. Matt is currently a manager and leader in the Finance Industry. The listener is treated to Matt's experiences from when he was a first time manager. He discusses the challenges faced during that period of time. Further, Matt discusses the concept of 'Fake it 'til you make it'. Specifically, he gives insight into what this actually means. Is it a bad thing or a good thing....let's find out!
In this episode, we meet Chloe Lynn. Chloe is currently a manager and leader in the Allied Health industry. She provides the listener with insight into her experiences starting off in her first management role and the challenges faced at that time. Chloe also provides insight into the importance and value of quality stakeholder relationships and partnerships, and why it is so important in current day business practices.
In this episode of Everyday Manager Podcast Series, listeners are introduced to Captain's Deck: Everyday Management Ideas to Steer Your Business. Specifically, this episode is a reading of Chapter Six of the Book - Tips on Starting a New Manager Role.This is the final Chapter of the Book
In this episode of Everyday Manager Podcast Series, listeners are introduced to Captain's Deck: Everyday Management Ideas to Steer Your Business. Specifically, this episode is a reading of Chapter Five of the Book - Tips on Management Skillsets.
In this episode, listeners are welcomed to the Everyday Manager Podcast Series and what it's all about. Listeners are introduced to the podcast host, Steve Steel and given insight to his background and his thoughts on what it means to be an "Everyday Manager". This episode also maps out the series with initial episodes being a reading of the podcast hosts book, Captain's Deck: Everyday Management Ideas to Steer Your Business. Further episodes will feature interviews with real world managers and the challenges they face everyday.
In this episode of Everyday Manager Podcast Series, listeners are introduced to Captain's Deck: Everyday Management Ideas to Steer Your Business. Specifically, this episode is a reading of Chapter Four of the Book - Tips on Managing People.
In this episode of Everyday Manager Podcast Series, listeners are introduced to Captain's Deck: Everyday Management Ideas to Steer Your Business. Specifically, this episode is a reading of Chapter Three of the Book - Tips on Strategy, Structure & Systems.
In this episode of Everyday Manager Podcast Series, listeners are introduced to Captain's Deck: Everyday Management Ideas to Steer Your Business. Specifically, this episode is a reading of Chapter Two of the Book - Tips for Creating Mission, Culture & Goals.
In this episode of Everyday Manager Podcast Series, listeners are introduced to Captain's Deck: Everyday Management Ideas to Steer Your Business. Specifically, this episode is a reading of Chapter One of the Book - Tips for Managing & Leading.