Paradigm Shifts Podcast
Kayshia Kruger
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In this episode of the Paradigm Shifts podcast, Kayshia and Rachel Burr delve into the concept of authenticity in leadership. They explore how leaders can connect with their true selves, the importance of boundaries, and the role of empathy and executive presence. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-reflection, feedback, and adaptability as leaders grow and face challenges. Rachel shares insights on navigating change, the impact of vulnerability, and actionable steps for leaders to enhance their authenticity and presence.
- Connect with Rachael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmburr/
- Buy/Read her Book: https://butterflygoobook.net/
Meet Rachel – The People Leadership Expert
Rachel is a seasoned leadership coach and organizational development expert who helps brilliant business leaders master the people side of leadership. With over 20 years of corporate and consulting experience, she works with executives, team leaders, and business owners to elevate their leadership impact, improve team dynamics, and drive organizational success.
Armed with master’s degrees in psychology and organizational development, Rachel brings deep insights into human behavior, team effectiveness, and leadership strategy. She has worked with leaders and teams across industries and around the globe, helping them navigate complex business environments with confidence and clarity.
Rachel partners with corporate executives, HR professionals, and talent development leaders to transform leadership at all levels. Whether working with senior leaders, startup founders, or high-potential managers, her coaching helps leaders:
✅ Develop stronger, more engaged teams
✅ Master delegation to focus on strategy
✅ Enhance influence and impact across the organization
✅ Shift from managing individuals to leading other leaders
Rachel’s approach is a powerful blend of empathy and analytics—listening deeply, asking the right questions, and using qualitative and quantitative insights to create meaningful change. As one client put it, “Rachel opened my eyes to my own capabilities, helping me tackle challenges I never thought I could. She is wise, direct, and incredibly insightful.”
She believes leadership isn’t about creating carbon copies of yourself—it’s about unlocking the full potential of your team. If you’re a leader looking to better leverage your leadership capacity, improve collaboration, and drive real results, Rachel is the coach you need.
📩 Connect with Rachel: [email protected]
Dr. John Bennett, author of The Manager's Guide to Coaching for Change, discusses his journey to coaching and the importance of coaching for managers. He emphasizes that coaching is a skill that can be learned and developed, and that managers can use coaching to drive individual and organizational change. He introduces a 6-step coaching process and shares real-world examples of how managers have applied coaching models effectively. He also highlights the ethical considerations of managerial coaching and the need for managers to adapt their coaching approaches to diverse teams and cultures.
New Book, The Manager's Guide to Coaching for Change, available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/4SgLBhv Visit https://lawton-associates.com/ or reach out to Dr. John Bennett https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-bennett-phd-976233/
Takeaways
- Coaching is a skill that can be learned and developed by managers.
- Managers can use coaching to drive individual and organizational change.
- A 6-step coaching process can guide effective coaching conversations.
- Managers should be aware of the ethical considerations of coaching and adapt their approaches to diverse teams and cultures.
In this conversation, Dr. Steven Rogelberg discusses the importance of one-on-one meetings between managers and their employees. He emphasizes that these meetings are not for the manager, but for the employees to express their challenges and for the manager to provide support. The outcomes of effective one-on-one meetings include increased employee engagement, better team alignment, greater retention, and improved time management. Dr. Rogelberg suggests that the optimal frequency for these meetings is every week or every other week. He also highlights the importance of creating a diverse and personalized agenda for each meeting and allowing the employee to drive the conversation. The location of the meeting can vary based on individual preferences, and both virtual and face-to-face meetings can be effective. Dr. Rogelberg encourages managers to tie their one-on-one strategies to their personal values and involve employees in shaping the meetings to make them more meaningful and impactful.
Takeaways
- One-on-one meetings between managers and employees are critical for success and engagement.
- These meetings should be focused on the employees' needs and challenges, with the manager providing support.
- Effective one-on-one meetings lead to increased employee engagement, better team alignment, and improved retention.
- The optimal frequency for these meetings is every week or every other week.
- Managers should create a diverse and personalized agenda for each meeting and allow the employee to drive the conversation.
- The location of the meeting can vary based on individual preferences, and both virtual and face-to-face meetings can be effective.
- Managers should tie their one-on-one strategies to their personal values and involve employees in shaping the meetings.
About Our Guest
For more information about Dr. Steven Rogelberg, you can visit his website at https://www.stevenrogelberg.com/
To order his book, please visit https://a.co/d/36eXh1n
Dr. Steven G. Rogelberg. Dr. Rogelberg is a Chancellor’s Professor at UNC Charlotte, recognized for his distinguished national, international, and interdisciplinary contributions. Known as the 'world’s leading expert on how to fix meetings' by none other than Adam Grant, Dr. Rogelberg has profoundly impacted how organizations operate.
His acclaimed book, 'The Surprising Science of Meetings,' has graced over 25 'best of' lists and was hailed by the Washington Post as the #1 leadership book to watch for. His upcoming release, 'Glad We Met: The Art and Science of 1:1 Meetings,' promises to be transformative, with high praise from thought leaders like Dan Pink.
Dr. Rogelberg's expertise has been sought by major TV networks like CBS and CNN, and he’s been featured in leading publications such as the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times. His keynotes have inspired global audiences at organizations like Google, Amazon, and the United Nations. Beyond academia, he has testified before the US Congress and is a member of the prestigious Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches Group.