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The Wake Up Eager Workforce Podcast

The Wake Up Eager Workforce Podcast

By: Suzie Price The Wake Up Eager Workforce Podcast
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  • Whistles and Wisdom: Life and Leadership Lessons with Chris Garner

    Whistles and Wisdom: Life and Leadership Lessons with Chris Garner
    May 16 2025
    Episode Overview: In this episode of the Wake Up Eager Workforce podcast, host Suzie Price sits down with Chris Garner, Chief Sales Officer and longtime SEC college football official, to explore the surprising parallels between sports and leadership. Drawing on decades of experience from the football field to the boardroom, Chris shares how preparation, feedback, and accountability drive success in high-stakes environments. From the pressure of making split-second calls on the field to coaching sales teams toward peak performance, Suzie and Chris unpack what it means to lead with courage, clarity, and commitment. Through candid stories and actionable wisdom, they reveal how consistent preparation and intentional listening can turn even the toughest challenges into opportunities for growth. If you're a leader striving for excellence or someone eager to boost performance and build stronger relationships, this episode will give you the practical mindset tools to lead with heart and results. Read the transcript for Episode 130 below to discover how showing up prepared—and human—can transform your leadership impact. Takeaways of Episode #130 --- Preparation Isn’t Optional—It’s Everything From college football officiating to consulting and sales leadership, excellence comes from consistent, intentional preparation. Whether it’s game film, client research, or daily practice, the takeaway is clear: the more you prepare, the more confident and effective you’ll be in high-pressure moments. Preparation often takes longer than expected but sets the foundation for success. “Every sales call is practice for the next one.” – Chris Garner. Leadership Begins with Listening and Empathy Chris’s officiating experience sharpened his ability to stay calm, listen deeply, and handle conflict. Those same skills translate powerfully to business. When team members feel heard and understood, stress decreases, engagement rises, and performance improves. “When people feel heard, the room changes.” – Chris Garner Gratitude and Accountability Create a Winning CultureStrong leaders own their outcomes and regularly show appreciation. Chris’s leadership philosophy combines taking responsibility with showing sincere gratitude—whether it's through feedback, journaling, or one-on-one acknowledgments. That combo builds trust, drives motivation, and uplifts entire teams. “Accountability without gratitude leads to burnout. Gratitude without accountability lacks direction. You need both.” – Suzie Price Episode Recap: Suzie Price sits down with Chris Garner, Vice President of Sales at TTI Success Insights, for a powerful conversation on authentic leadership, consistency, and what it takes to build a high-performance culture. Chris brings over two decades of leadership wisdom, and in this episode, he shares the core philosophies that have guided his approach to leading and developing others. Through personal stories, practical insights, and what he calls his “Whistles of Wisdom,” Chris highlights the importance of trust, relationships, and emotional intelligence in leadership. He and Suzie explore how showing up with consistency, caring personally, and knowing your people can be the difference between managing and truly leading. Listeners will walk away with actionable takeaways on communication, feedback, and why creating psychological safety within teams is a must in today’s fast-paced work environments. Chris shares how sales is not about being pushy—it’s about being human, being prepared, and building connection. The episode wraps with a Wellbeing 2.0 segment featuring Douglas White, CEO of Soul-Integrated Athletics, who reflects on the role of identity and presence in leading from a place of wholeness. His message is clear: the strongest leaders are those who lead with heart and intention. In this episode: [00:06:15] Chris Garner: “Imagine if every business task you were working on was watched by 100,000 people with cameras from every angle. That’s what officiating feels like—it demands absolute preparation and presence.” [00:13:13] Chris Garner: “The accountability is extremely high in what we do. That’s why I wrote the book—to share the leadership fundamentals we have to live every week when the world is watching.” [00:19:57] Chris Garner: “Here’s what I’ve learned from getting yelled at by a coach—they don’t want me to change the call. They just want to be heard. And that’s what most people want, too.” [01:01:09] Suzie Price: “When we're trying to create something bigger than where we are, we’re often in a fog. A good leader is the light at the edge—saying ‘keep going.’” [01:07:02] Chris Garner: “When you become a leader, you step onto a platform where you're willing to take full accountability for the team’s success—or failure.” [01:14:28] ...
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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • Mini-Episode #6: The 10 Most Common DISC Assessment Mistakes, Myths, and Solutions

    Mini-Episode #6: The 10 Most Common DISC Assessment Mistakes, Myths, and Solutions
    May 7 2025
    Episode Transcript: [00:00:00] SUZIE: welcome to this wake up ego workforce podcast many episode where we share in 10 minutes or less our monthly article from LinkedIn in a new audio format courtesy of our AI co host as they walk through the article and share additional insights exclusively for you I am Susie Price I'm your podcast host and the founder of Priceless Professional Development and whether you're listening to one of our long form episodes or something like this mini episode our focus is always to provide everything to you related to helping employees in your organization build a high commitment low drama wake up eager workforce we're focused on creating great hiring creating great teams helping leaders and individuals wake up eager you can find all of our episodes long form and short form at Wake up eco workforce.com and you can subscribe anywhere that you get your podcasts so let me know if you have any questions if you are enjoying these mini episodes or any of our other episodes or if I can help you in any way you can find me at Susie at priceless professional. com Susie Price on LinkedIn and of course our contact information if you go to wake up eager workforce.com thanks for tuning in appreciate you very much and go out and have a wake up eager kind of day take care [00:01:23] AI HOST 1: you're here because you wanna really get under the hood right yeah gain that deep knowledge without getting uh totally bogged down exactly you sent over some great material on the DISA assessment and we get it you want to cut through the noise and figure out what it really does and you know where it might fall short uh huh so that's our mission for this deep dive we're gonna unpack the common myths the misunderstandings around DIS check some clarity yeah exactly clarity so you can see its true value and also the potential pitfalls it kind of reminds me of that Abraham Maslow quote oh the hammer one yeah yeah I suppose it is tempting if the only tool you have is a hammer to treat everything as if it were a nail [00:02:04] AI HOST 2: it fits perfectly doesn't it d I s C is a useful tool no doubt but it's definitely not the only tool you should have in your toolbox [00:02:11] AI HOST 1: right so let's start with maybe the biggest one mistake No. 1 thinking d I s C is a complete personality profile [00:02:18] AI HOST 2: yeah that's a really common one people often see it as this like comprehensive window into someone's entire psyche [00:02:24] AI HOST 1: and you can sort of see why right the reports can look quite detailed [00:02:28] AI HOST 2: they can absolutely but you know behavioral science tells us people are incredibly complex DISC fundamentally focuses on observable behaviors how we act how we communicate [00:02:40] AI HOST 1: so it's descriptive of how someone behaves [00:02:42] AI HOST 2: yes the misconception often comes because well we all like simple ways to understand complex things like human behavior and a detailed DISC report feels like it covers everything [00:02:54] AI HOST 1: okay so let's nail this down if it's behavioral not a full personality test what are the big things it doesn't tell us [00:03:01] AI HOST 2: well that's the key it gives great insight into how someone prefers to act and interact their dominant styles you know uh huh but it doesn't really dig into their core values what truly drives them deep down OK values are missing right and things like their underlying temperament those sort of innate predispositions and crucially something like emotional maturity how well they handle their emotions navigate tricky situations DISC doesn't measure that [00:03:25] AI HOST 1: that's a huge distinction behavior versus values temperament emotional maturity if d I s C gives us this specific behavioral lens how do we get that fuller picture the article mentions combining it [00:03:39] AI HOST 2: yeah with other tools and that's the smart approach really like try matrix mention that one specifically what does that add exactly going back to Maslow's hammer right relying only on DISC is limiting the article is spot on combining it with something like Tri Matrix which does measure those other pieces motivators competencies even decision making styles that gives you a much much richer more holistic view of a person it's like using different filters to see the whole image clearly [00:04:06] AI HOST 1: got it okay so that naturally leads into the second myth doesn't it the idea that all DISA assessments are basically the same [00:04:12] AI HOST 2: oh yeah that's another big Assumption people make you see DIC and think it's a standardized thing like you know a gallon of milk but it's not not at all the article points out there are variations different providers might use slightly different methodologies different terms and importantly have different levels of accuracy and validation behind them [00:04:30] AI HOST 1: so why is that important if I just grab any dice test online...
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    14 mins
  • Train Your Brain, Transform Your Game: The Neuroscience of Wake Up Eager Leadership

    Train Your Brain, Transform Your Game: The Neuroscience of Wake Up Eager Leadership
    Apr 30 2025
    Episode Overview In this episode of the Wake Up Eager Workforce podcast, host Suzie Price dives into the cutting-edge neuroscience behind high-performance leadership. Joined by Carissa Collazo and Dr. Ron Bonnstetter from the Mind Science Center, they explore how brain scans, emotional regulation, and self-awareness can radically improve decision-making and stress management. Through engaging discussion and real-world examples, Suzie, Carissa, and Dr. Ron unpack how leaders can literally see their brain in action, and retrain it to respond with clarity rather than chaos. From building mental resilience to becoming the CEO of your own brain, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help leaders at every level transform from reactive to intentional. Whether you're leading a team or simply aiming to lead yourself better, this conversation will help you train your brain and elevate your game. Read the transcript for Episode 129 below to discover how science-backed coaching can help you master your mindset and lead with purpose. Takeaways of Episode #129 --- See Your Brain to Change Your Brain Through a powerful three-step approach—see it, train it, change it—the Mind Science Center uses TTI assessments and EEG scans to make the invisible visible. Leaders can literally see how their brain responds to stress and emotion, allowing for highly customized coaching that strengthens mental clarity and emotional control.Emotional Regulation Is the New Superpower This program bridges neuroscience, coaching, and real-world leadership challenges to help individuals build the neural pathways that lead to better self-regulation. The result? Clearer decision-making, calmer reactions under pressure, and enhanced productivity—skills that define high-performing leaders today.Self-Awareness Fuels Sustainable SuccessWhether you're a CEO or an emerging leader, growth starts with understanding your emotional responses and biases. With measurable before-and-after brain scans, this approach provides tangible proof of progress, reinforcing that lasting change comes from the inside out—through self-reflection, personal responsibility, and deliberate mindset shifts. Episode Recap: Suzie Price explores the neuroscience of leadership with Carissa Collazo and Dr. Ron Bonnstetter from the Mind Science Center in Scottsdale, Arizona. Together, they reveal how brain imaging, emotional intelligence, and customized coaching are revolutionizing how leaders manage stress, make decisions, and show up with greater clarity. Through their groundbreaking program, leaders literally see their brain activity using EEG scans, uncovering how stress and emotional triggers impact their performance. Carissa walks listeners through the Mind Science Center’s three-step process—See Your Brain, Train Your Brain, Change Your Life—while Dr. Ron adds depth with stories from his decades of research and global neuroscience work. Suzie, Carissa, and Dr. Ron dive into the science behind emotional regulation, the power of self-awareness, and how mindset coaching builds stronger neural pathways for better focus and resilience. They discuss how data-driven insights and reflection can transform how we lead ourselves and others. The episode wraps up with a compelling Wellbeing 2.0 segment from Douglas White, CEO of Soul-Integrated Athletics, who reminds us that emotional mastery isn't about suppression—it's about awareness. His message echoes the episode’s central theme: When you train your brain, you transform your game. In this episode: [00:13:56] Suzie Price: “Training your brain to take a different path requires repetition. You need specific focus and consistency—that’s what helps rewire lifelong patterns.” [00:20:51] Dr. Ron Bonnstetter: “EEG scans let us see how the brain is operating in real time. Every frequency tells a story about how you’re processing information.” [00:27:10] Dr. Ron Bonnstetter: “Our emotions control us up to 95% of the time. Most of our decisions are made emotionally—then rationalized later.” [00:29:40] Carissa Collazo: “Clients start leaning into these practices naturally. They realize they’re navigating life differently—and that’s when the transformation begins.” [00:48:57] Carissa Collazo: “We track our steps and sleep—now imagine doing the same for your brain. The future of intentional living is measurable.” [01:14:17] Douglas White: “There’s wisdom in the body. That gut feeling? That’s your intuition speaking. And learning to trust it is part of your leadership growth.”
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    1 hr and 38 mins

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