154. The Impact of Communications Gaps

155. Empathy: The Missing Link in Your Leadership Strategy

Career and Workplace Strategist Davina Ware joins TCL Podcast host Dale Dixon to examine empathy in leadership. An empathetic leader has an idea of the experience of each one of their employees—but how do you get to that point? Listen in for actionable tips to develop empathy no matter your leadership style. #leader #leaders #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #empathy

154. The Impact of Communications Gaps

Career and Workplace Strategist Davina Ware joins TCL Podcast host Dale Dixon to discuss the various barriers and blindspots when it comes to communication, whether that's between colleagues or a leader and their team. Davina shares stories of different communication gaps she has witnessed and gives advice on how to close the gap before it can create cracks in the foundation of the organization.

153. Optimizing Strategy Stage 7: Strategic Evaluation and Learning

Host Dale Dixon and two of the authors of the book “Optimizing Strategy for Results” wrap up their series on the 7 Stages of Strategy with Strategic Evaluation and Learning. Dr. Evans Baiya and Professor Timothy Waema explain that the continuous process of strategy doesn't always blatantly show how to get the results you are looking for. They outline next steps if you find a mistake in your strategy (even in past stages), and how clear data, documentation, communication, and evaluation are critical on the path to long-term strategic success. Learn more about the 7 Stages of Strategy at optimizingstrategyforresults.com and purchase your copy of the book at https://amzn.to/33ciUxV.

152. Optimizing Strategy Stage 6: Strategic Execution

Authors Dr. Evans Baiya and Professor Timothy Waema move into Stage 6 of the 7 Stages of Strategy: Strategic Execution. In this conversation with host Dale Dixon on their latest book, “Optimizing Strategy for Results,” (co-authored with Ron Price) they examine the importance of communication, repetition, feedback, and accountability for everyone in the organization. With simple, predictable workflows and continuous feedback, this stage will help you produce impactful results. Learn more about the 7 Stages of Strategy at optimizingstrategyforresults.com and purchase your copy of the book here.

151: Optimizing Strategy Stage 5: Strategic Planning For Execution

Dr. Evans Baiya and Professor Timothy Waema detail the next stage of their book, "Optimizing Strategy for Results,"  co-authored with Ron Price. In their conversation with host Dale Dixon, they build on the decisions made in Stage 4 to move on to Stage 5: Strategic Planning for Execution. This stage involves executing those decisions, monitoring for results, and creating clear metrics. The authors also discuss how to avoid a breakdown between the stages by using the canvases and tools from the book as your guide. Learn more about the 7 Stages of Strategy at optimizingstrategyforresults.com and purchase your copy of the book at https://amzn.to/33ciUxV.