Modern Manager podcast

Ep. 9: How to Change Your Reputation, Part 2

When you think about changing your reputation, most advice focuses on what you can do — adjust your behavior, refine your message, embody the qualities you want to be known for. And while that matters, there’s a built-in challenge: when you’re the source, people may question your motives. After all, of course you want to look good. In this episode, we explore a strategy that overcomes that challenge: having others change your reputation for you. You’ll learn how to identify stories that authentically showcase who you are, and how to share them in ways that inspire others to repeat them — amplifying your reputation in a way that feels credible and lasting. 💡 Modern Manager takeaway: Legacy Leaders cling to their own version of reality, dismissing others who don’t see them “correctly.” Modern Managers understand that reputation lives in the perceptions of others — and they intentionally shape those perceptions through authentic stories that others can carry forward. 🎧 Tune in to discover how to turn your colleagues and network into storytellers who naturally strengthen your reputation. More Resources 🔔 Subscribe to the Modern Manager newsletter for updates and bonus insights: 🌱 Learn more about Everybody Thrives: https://everybodythrives.podia.com [https://everybodythrives.podia.com] 📚 Explore Joe’s favorite and most impactful reads here: joekwonjoe.com/bookme [https://www.joekwonjoe.com/bookme] Get full access to Modern Manager at joekwonjoe.substack.com/subscribe [https://joekwonjoe.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Ep. 8: How to Change Your Reputation, Part 1

When you think about reputation, the advice often sounds discouraging: “Once people think a certain way about you, it’s set in stone.” But reputations aren’t really fixed — they’re reflections of the stories people tell about you, and stories can be reshaped. In this episode, we explore how to change your reputation: why it’s hard but not impossible, how to identify the qualities you want to be known for, and the daily practices that gradually shift how others perceive you. 💡 Modern Manager takeaway: Legacy Leaders shrug off negative perceptions, believing it’s everyone else’s problem if they can’t see the “real me.” Modern Managers understand that reputation shapes opportunity — and they take intentional steps to align how others see them with the values and value they bring. 🎧 Tune in to learn three practical strategies you can start using right away to reshape your reputation and open new doors. More Resources 🔔 Subscribe to the Modern Manager newsletter for updates and bonus insights: 🌱 Learn more about Everybody Thrives: https://everybodythrives.podia.com [https://everybodythrives.podia.com] 📚 Explore Joe’s favorite and most impactful reads here: joekwonjoe.com/bookme [https://www.joekwonjoe.com/bookme] Get full access to Modern Manager at joekwonjoe.substack.com/subscribe [https://joekwonjoe.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Ep. 7: How to Make an Impactful First Impression

When you think about first impressions, the advice usually circles around appearances and formalities—your clothes, your handshake, your posture. But impressions aren’t really about the surface. They’re about how people feel underneath.. In this episode, we explore the deeper side of first impressions: why appearances are only the beginning, why people will always find a reason to say no if they don’t feel aligned with you, and how Modern Managers focus on meeting emotional and situational needs to truly connect. 💡 Modern Manager takeaway: Legacy Leaders see first impressions as manipulation—crafting an image to get what they want. Modern Managers see them as the first move in building a relationship based on trust and connection. 🎧 Tune in to learn three practical strategies to make your first impression count and get results. More Resources 🔔 Subscribe to the Modern Manager newsletter for updates and bonus insights: 🌱 Learn more about Everybody Thrives: https://everybodythrives.podia.com [https://everybodythrives.podia.com] 📚 Explore Joe’s favorite and most impactful reads here: joekwonjoe.com/bookme [https://www.joekwonjoe.com/bookme] Get full access to Modern Manager at joekwonjoe.substack.com/subscribe [https://joekwonjoe.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Ep. 6: How to Stay Calm When Everything’s Falling Apart, Part 3

When everything is collapsing around you, it’s tempting to grip tighter and try to control every detail. But true equanimity doesn’t come from clinging—it comes from releasing. In this episode, we explore the advanced practice of letting go: why control is an illusion, a daily practice that prepares you for blow-ups, and why leaders who let go lead with greater calm, clarity, and compassion. 💡 Modern Manager takeaway: Legacy Leaders cling harder when things go wrong, but Modern Managers know that letting go of what can’t be controlled frees energy to lead effectively in the moments that matter most. This episode wraps up our three-part series on Equanimity, one of the Six Degrees of Executive Presence. 🎧 Tune in to discover how to handle explosive situations at work without getting caught in the blast. Note: Special thanks to Michael Singer, author of “The Untethered Soul” and host of the podcast, “The Michael Singer Podcast,” whose work inspires me and played a pivotal role in this episode. More Resources 🔔 Subscribe to the Modern Manager newsletter for updates and bonus insights: 🌱 Learn more about Everybody Thrives: https://everybodythrives.podia.com [https://everybodythrives.podia.com] 📚 Explore Joe’s favorite and most impactful reads here: joekwonjoe.com/bookme [https://www.joekwonjoe.com/bookme] Get full access to Modern Manager at joekwonjoe.substack.com/subscribe [https://joekwonjoe.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Ep. 5: How to Stay Calm When Everything’s Falling Apart, Part 2

Why do some leaders lose their composure in a crisis, while others inspire trust and calm? In this episode, we explore Equanimity 201: Focusing on what you can control—a key step in mastering executive presence. We break down why panic thrives when you fixate on the uncontrollable, and how narrowing your focus to your response can anchor your team and help restore order in even the most chaotic of situations. 💡 Modern Manager takeaway: Leaders who focus on what’s within their control reduce overwhelm, build trust, and empower their teams to take meaningful action—even when everything seems to be falling apart. Tune in to learn practical strategies for shifting your mindset from panic to purpose in high-pressure moments. More Resources 🔔 Subscribe to the Modern Manager newsletter for updates and bonus insights: 🌱 Learn more about Everybody Thrives: https://everybodythrives.podia.com [https://everybodythrives.podia.com] 📚 Explore Joe’s favorite and most impactful reads here: joekwonjoe.com/bookme [https://www.joekwonjoe.com/bookme] Get full access to Modern Manager at joekwonjoe.substack.com/subscribe [https://joekwonjoe.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]