Episodes

  • Episode 171: The X Factor in Leadership

    Episode 171: The X Factor in Leadership
    Nov 7 2024
    In this episode, Bob’nJoyce muse on the X factor in why some leaders excel and thrive. The context is today’s podcast was recorded on November 5th, America’s election day and a new leader will be chosen. By the time you read this, we all will know the results and hopefully, what we shared will make sense of why either Trump or Harris won. My bet is that the winner possessed many of the attributes of this X Factor. The bottom line is that while literally tens of thousands of leadership models have been written (We’ve created some of our own), what it often comes down to are a couple of the attributes you will hear today. So, Come on in. Grab a snack. Welcome.
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    20 mins
  • Episode 0: Welcome to the Bob 'n Joyce Talk HR 'n OD Podcast!

    Episode 0: Welcome to the Bob 'n Joyce Talk HR 'n OD Podcast!
    Nov 9 2020
    Welcome to the Bob 'n Joyce Talk HR 'n OD Podcast. Meet us, find our why we are doing this podcast, and what our hope is for you, our listeners. Don't forget to review us on Apple Podcasts, and to check out our Facebook page by searching for bobnjoyce. View more information at www.bobnjoyce.com.
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    2 mins
  • Episode 170: Getting Unstuck When Rules & Norms No Longer Apply

    Episode 170: Getting Unstuck When Rules & Norms No Longer Apply
    Oct 30 2024
    In this Episode, exactly one week before the U.S. elections, Bob’nJoyce take on the timely topic of getting unstuck when uncertainty and anxiety run rampant. As a country, we are trying to figure out how to move forward post-election despite half of the country being disappointed and angry. The same is true when a business is suddenly disrupted and what worked before no longer does. Bob’nJoyce lean into their experience and share lessons about ways to get organizations and its people unstuck and moving forward. Come joins us in this doozy (Joyce’s word) of a topic and join us in taking a much-needed respite from political ads. Come on in. Grab a snack. Welcome!
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    26 mins
  • Episode 169: What Makes a Great CEO? (It's Not What You May Think)

    Episode 169: What Makes a Great CEO? (It's Not What You May Think)
    Oct 22 2024
    In this episode, Joyce shares the characteristics and unique qualities of high performing CEOs she has worked with over her career. Again, Joyce reaches into her treasure chest of written reflections and makes them available to you, our valued listeners. Her observations are anything but your typical list of traits or rigid leadership models. What she shares may surprise you. In Episode #165, Joyce shared a list of CEO flaws and flubs so it is only fair that we balance that with this episode. It is important to remember that all CEOs have flaws and signature strengths. This “perfect imperfection” is what makes a CEO both fully human and a leader worth following. There is a lot of really good ‘stuff’ packed in today’s conversation. Come on in. Grab a snack. Welcome!
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    23 mins
  • Episode 168: A Conversation with Corey Spitzer – Humble Start-up Guru & Sausage Maker

    Episode 168: A Conversation with Corey Spitzer – Humble Start-up Guru & Sausage Maker
    Oct 8 2024
    In this episode, Bob’nJoyce interview Corey Spitzer - serial entrepreneur, IT expert, start-up guru, and business change agent. Corey is a fractional CTO who helps clients solve the thorniest of product development and business growth challenges. He describes himself as an interpreter of sorts helping tech and business development people communicate and collaborate better. Corey brings a wealth of experience and stories to help start-up execs get the most from their IT development teams. He is passionate about making a difference in the organizations and people he serves. We all know someone who loves riding on bumpy roads and solving hairy dilemmas. Corey is one of those people. And no, despite describing his work like making sausage, he has never actually done it as best we know. Come on in. Grab a snack. Welcome!
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    37 mins
  • Episode 167: Lessons from Fender Bender Entrepreneurs

    Episode 167: Lessons from Fender Bender Entrepreneurs
    Sep 27 2024
    In this episode, Bob’nJoyce discuss how a network of auto repair tradespeople loosely organize as entrepreneurs to provide value and quality. There are a lot of ideas and lessons to be gleaned from this entrepreneurial innovation - think outsourcing done where everyone, especially the customer, wins. What can the rest of us learn from their example about org structure and how, when, and where work gets done? In previous episodes, we discussed how org structures and traditional work arrangements are being replaced by innovative, flexible and, at times, counterintuitive approaches. We invite you to get curious about how your company can adapt using this innovative outsource model. Come on In. Grab a snack. Welcome!
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    29 mins
  • Episode 166: The Antidote to Dull Thinking

    Episode 166: The Antidote to Dull Thinking
    Sep 14 2024
    In this episode, Bob’nJoyce discuss ways to unleash our best thinking when feeling stuck. We share concrete ideas to go from linear to lateral thinking that gets the creative juices following. In a world where dull thinking is way too common, these simple but effective ideas promote creativity and new thinking. You will get: * Meeting check-ins that get a group revved up and ready. * How to use synectics - a creative problem-solving that combines seemingly unrelated things. * An idea generator exercise that offers a lot of choices. * An exercise that gets every voice heard. This episode combines rigorous thinking with fun to bring out the best in our thinking. Come on in. Grab a snack. Welcome!
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    27 mins
  • Episode 165: CEO Flaws and Flubs

    Episode 165: CEO Flaws and Flubs
    Sep 5 2024
    In this episode, Bob’nJoyce discuss CEO flaws and flubs they observed while working with them. CEO’s are human and therefore imperfect. The good news is that those we worked with possessed strengths that offset their shortcomings. Come listen and assess which flaws you may have. Some of the flaws they observed include: Failure to stay disciplined about messaging what matters most again and again.. Being susceptible to flattery and praise that impacts judgment. Failure to hold in check the privilege and entitlement of power. Not staying in touch with the grit of the business. Being too protective and not demanding enough We grimaced a lot at our own flaws and suspect you will too so buckle up. So come on in. Grab a snack. Welcome!
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    27 mins