Episodes

  • 157- How to Work With People You Don't Like

    157- How to Work With People You Don't Like
    Oct 22 2024
    How do you work with people you don't like? Do you fight with them? Do you ghost them? What if you both are responsible for producing the same results. It's a problem that causes many employees (and managers) undue stress. Do you have to live with someone you don't like working in your area or being part of your team? Yes and no! Listen to today's Business Wingmen podcast and learn how to work with someone you don't like. You'll be glad you did!
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    33 mins
  • 156- How to Say No and Be Respected For It

    156- How to Say No and Be Respected For It
    Oct 8 2024
    Many people can't say No, even when they know they should. Lack of confidence, not wanting to hurt other's feelings and a desire to please all play a role. There is, however, a way to say No, and be respected for it. Listen in and learn how.
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    25 mins
  • 155- Setting Your New Sales Rep Up For Success

    155- Setting Your New Sales Rep Up For Success
    Oct 8 2024
    Hiring the right sales person for your company requires knowing who will fit best with your culture and process. New sales hires canturn out way more successful with the proper onboarding and orientation. Listen in and learn how.
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    38 mins
  • 154- Bouncing Back from a Career Setback

    154- Bouncing Back from a Career Setback
    Sep 24 2024
    How do you bounce back when your career takes a wrong turn? A layoff, a demotion, or a firing can all create a sense of fear and a lack of confidence. But careers are a journey so at some point, everyone runs into a setback. Today's Business Wingmen Show episode focuses on the things you should do to get back into the game and headed in the right career direction.
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    39 mins
  • 153- Feedback- Your Employees Want it So Why Arent You Giving It

    153- Feedback- Your Employees Want it So Why Arent You Giving It
    Sep 17 2024
    One of the best ways to effectively manage a team is by providing feedback. Employees want it but many managers avoid giving it. Direction, evaluation, and skill building all require regular feedback. If you have been avoiding or struggling to give feedback in a confident, genuine manner, this episode is for you.
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    35 mins
  • 152- Are You Investing in Your Best Talent at the Right Time

    152- Are You Investing in Your Best Talent at the Right Time
    Sep 10 2024
    When is the best time for companies to invest in professional development for new hires or recently promoted individuals? Most wait for problems to surface. We think a more proactive approach is better.
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    40 mins
  • 151- What Do You Do When the S--T Hits the Fan

    151- What Do You Do When the S--T Hits the Fan
    Aug 27 2024
    At some point, you may find yourself in a huge mess of your own making. Despite your best planning and decision making, the Shit has hit the fan. What do you do to salvage whatever is going down while making sure you survive the entire nightmare.

    In this episode of the Business Wingmen Podcast, your co-hosts, Steve Smith and Travis Smith recall their own hire raising misfortunes and suggest ways of getting through and moving on.
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    37 mins
  • 150- Things Employees Think About But Will Never Tell Their Boss

    150- Things Employees Think About But Will Never Tell Their Boss
    Aug 27 2024
    Unless you have an airtight bond with your team, there are things your employees might never share with you. They think about these things constantly and debate their merits with co-workers. What is so important to them that they keep their bosses out of the conversation?

    In today's Business Wingmen Podcast, Steve Smith & Travis Smith talk about some of these well-guarded secrets and give you their thoughts on how to address them with team members who really want to tell their bosses.
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    33 mins