Steven Pulver (Co-Founder MinuteBox & Fireside Conference) - Let them own it.

Steven Pulver (Co-Founder MinuteBox & Fireside Conference) - Let them own it.

Learn why saying no and empowering others could be the most important thing you do as a leader. In this episode, Steven Pulver, builder of communities and businesses (Fireside Conference & MinuteBox) shares his experience and struggles with giving up control and allowing others to own their contributions to the organization.

Daneal Charney (Fractional VP People for High-Growth Technology Companies) - Keep it to one thing at a time.

As a VP for high-growth companies Daneal is no stranger to the demanding always-on high-speed life that is synonymous with start-up culture. In this episode she shares a story of her own burnout, what she did to overcome it and some tips on what you can do to prevent this happening to you.

Oscar Roque (VP, Strategy, Innovation Partnerships & Emerging Solutions at Interac) Differences lead to innovation.

Michaud and Oscar chat about the value of working with folks from different backgrounds and how creative solutions are spurned on by outsider thinking. As the VP of Strategy, Innovation Partnerships & Emerging Solutions at Interac, Oscar leads a team from all different walks of life. They work with partners (both traditional and non-conventional) to identify and break down emerging trends into strategic action so everyone at Interac and their customers can understand them and work with their ecosystems to create better products, build inclusion right from the start, and build the foundation for future leaders.

Eric Silverberg (Co-Founder, Speaker Labs) - The Importance of Public Speaking

Eric and Michaud chat about what public speaking is, why it's important, and Eric shares practical tips on how to get better and how to find your own style. Learn more Eric and the transformational work he and his partner Eli do at speakerlabs.ca

Nathan Monk (Subject Matter Expert, Growth, Virtual Learning and Digital Transformation): But you should know your values

Nathan and Michaud chat about how the importance of knowing what your values are and how to use them as a guide for making decisions. As leaders, if you make choices that align with your values you'll not only live a more fulfilled life but you'll also be more predictable to those around you. That predictability becomes a foundation of trust and psychological safety.  Since recording this episode Nathan has made a huge career pivot and started his own business. Along with his father, Nathan is cofounder of Forty Hills Land and Home offering property and hosting management for seasonal and year-round property owners in Grey and Bruce County. They help them realize the full potential of their property. Check them out at FortyHills.ca This month, a free course based on Season 2 of the podcast will be released. Get on the mailing list at weirdisnrml.com for updates (we won't spam you, promise.)