How well do you really know the people you lead? What if each person on your team needs a completely different approach to thrive? Are you trying to make everyone take off like a helicopter when some need a three-mile runway? Transform your leadership effectiveness by discovering why painful levels of self-awareness unlock your ability to truly lead your people on this episode of the Work Positive Podcast with Dr. Joey Faucette and Cory Geffre. Cory brings over three decades of healthcare leadership experience, leading hospitals and large teams through transformation in one of the most complex industries on earth. Listen as Cory explores:

☀️ Why painful levels of self-awareness are the foundation of great leadership ☀️ How to create custom leadership roadmaps for the key people on your team ☀️ The game-changing practice of knowing each person's unique "cooling off period" ☀️ Why discipline and routine create space to manage chaos in unpredictable environments ☀️ The least selfish thing you can do: take care of yourself first so you can serve others better

Cory transforms how leaders think about their teams by proving that understanding each person's unique way of operating creates cultures where everyone can take off and soar.

🔑 Key Insight: "I have helicopters—do this tomorrow, lift off. And I have people who are like a 747—they need a 3-mile runway and clear skies to take off. My job is to know that so I can give them enough time to take off, because how quick they take off isn't as important as them just taking off."

💡 Your DOT (Do One Thing): Identify the cooling off period for each key person on your team. Who's a helicopter? Who needs a runway? Then adjust your follow-up timing accordingly. Stop expecting everyone to process feedback and take action at your pace.

Connect with Cory Geffre:

• Visit corygeffre.com to connect and have a conversation
• Get "Lead Your People: A Framework for Leadership Success" on Amazon
• Connect with Cory on LinkedIn for leadership insights
• Reach out for coaching or consulting conversations

#LeadYourPeople #HealthcareLeadership #SelfAwareness #CustomLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkCulture #WorkPositive

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🔗 Stay connected with Dr. Joey Faucette:

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@workpositive7529
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjoeyfaucette/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorkPositiveToday/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workpositive.today/

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What happens when you prioritize team chemistry over individual talent? How do you create a work culture where people feel safe enough to bring their authentic selves every single day? What's the difference between recognizing performance and appreciating the person? Transform your leadership approach and discover why vulnerability might be your greatest competitive advantage on this episode of the Work Positive Podcast with Dr. Joey Faucette and Mike Robbins. Mike brings over 25 years of experience helping world-class organizations like Google, Microsoft, and the NBA build high-performing teams rooted in trust, authenticity, and genuine connection. Listen as Mike explores:

☀️ Why caring about each other and the work creates the foundation for team success

☀️ How vulnerability in difficult conversations builds trust faster than perfection

☀️ The critical distinction between recognition (performance) and appreciation (people)

☀️ Why team chemistry often matters more than individual talent on high-performing teams

☀️ Simple ways to communicate authentic culture that attracts top talent naturally

Mike transforms how leaders think about team building by proving that when people feel valued as humans first, performance excellence follows naturally.

🔑 Key Insight: "There's a difference between recognition which is about performance and appreciation which is really about people. We can value and appreciate people all the time irrespective of performance. Letting people know that they're valued, they're seen, they're heard, they're cared about—that goes a long way."

💡 Your DOT (Do One Thing): Appreciate someone on your team today. Not for what they accomplished, but for who they are. Let them know they're valued, seen, heard, and cared about as a person.

Connect with Mike Robbins:

Visit mike-robbins.com for articles, Ted Talks, and resources

Listen to the "We're All In This Together" podcast wherever you find podcasts

Get Mike's bestselling books: "We're All In This Together" and "Bring Your Whole Self to Work" https://amzn.to/43yFixW https://amzn.to/4r4Dery

Watch Mike's 3 TedX talks with nearly 2.5 million views https://youtu.be/bd2WKQWG_Dg?si=W4TgCiW554CKcRdt

#BringYourWholeself #TeamChemistry #Authenticity #Leadership #Appreciation #WorkCulture #Vulnerability #WorkPositive

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🔗 Stay connected with Dr. Joey Faucette:

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@workpositive7529
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjoeyfaucette/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorkPositiveToday/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workpositive.today/

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How are you recognizing the people on your team—based on what YOU think they need, or what THEY actually want? What if the recognition you're giving is missing the mark entirely because you never asked? Transform your approach to appreciation and watch retention soar on this episode of the Work Positive Podcast with Dr. Joey Faucette and Dr. Meghan Waldron. Dr. Meghan brings her unique perspective from straddling K-12 education, higher education, and small business ownership to reveal why intentional recognition matters more than you think. Listen as Dr. Meghan explores:

☀️ Why relationships are the foundation of whether people stay or leave your organization ☀️ The hidden burnout epidemic facing educators and helping professionals today ☀️ How technology overload creates compassion fatigue even in passion-driven roles ☀️ The transformative power of asking people how they want to be recognized ☀️ Simple ways to differentiate appreciation just like great teachers differentiate learning

Dr. Meghan transforms how leaders think about employee recognition by proving that customized appreciation creates cultures where people truly belong and want to stay.

🔑 Key Insight: "I think it's really important to ask intentionally how people want to be recognized. A lot of times we think people want monetary recognition, more contracts, more responsibility. But their answers were things like: 'I just want a text to say that I'm doing a good job' or 'Can you just let me know that I'm on track.'"

💡 Your DOT (Do One Thing): Ask each person on your team this week: "How do you prefer to be recognized for your contributions?" Then honor their answer. Stop assuming one-size-fits-all appreciation works.

Connect with Dr. Meghan Waldron:

• Visit Smart Solutions VA at smartsolutionsva.com
• Connect with Dr. Meghan on LinkedIn
• Discover educational resources and insights on personalized learning

#Recognition #EmployeeAppreciation #WorkCulture #TeacherBurnout #Belonging #EducationLeadership #WorkPositive

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🔗 Stay connected with Dr. Joey Faucette:

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@workpositive7529
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjoeyfaucette/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorkPositiveToday/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workpositive.today/

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