The Behaviorist

The Pursuit of Excellence: Letting Go of Perfectionism

What is the difference between perfectionism and excellence? Maybe you’ve heard the line, “Don’t let the perfect be the enemy of the good.” Perfect is an ideal that is, by definition, unattainable. Many of us strive for a high standard beyond merely “good.” On today’s podcast, tune in to hear Mike, Vanessa, and Sara clarify key differences between the pursuit of perfection and the pursuit of excellence AND share concrete practices to meet high standards without the baggage.
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).
 

The Inconvenient Truth About Innovative, Creative Cultures

If you’re wondering how an article on project management could possibly be inspiring, tune into the latest episode of The Behaviorist to hear Work Wisdom’s founders, Kedren Crosby and Sarah Colantonio discuss how the architect Frank Gehry epitomizes creativity and innovation in surprising ways.  While we might assume creative and innovative organizations are throwing paint at walls and having pizza parties, the recipe for sustained innovation is unexpected and paradoxical. Listen to find out how you can foster innovation and creativity in your own life and organization.
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram (@workwisdom).

Social Media and Self-Awareness with Liz Orr

Meme culture is a mainstay of social media, and today's guest uses memes and humor to educate her Instagram followers on the ancient wisdom of the Enneagram. Join us as Janine talks with Liz Orr, creator of the Rude Ass Enneagram, about the importance of self-awareness, the different centers of the enneagram, and some of the caricatures that lead to mistyping. There is so much laughter in this episode, and as always, practical advice for personal development. Listen to learn more about the enneagram and how laughing at yourself can help you revolutionize achievement in work, life, and relationships. 
You can follow Liz on Instagram @rudeassenneagram and visit her website www.rudeassenneagram.com.  
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram (@workwisdom).

Conscious Uncoupling at Work

In an era rife with quiet quitting and quiet firing, there is a healthy alternative: Conscious Uncoupling. Join Kedren and Sarah as they discuss Conscious Uncoupling which requires honest observation about the relationship and a nonjudgmental evolution to allow both parties to flourish. Learn when to use conscious uncoupling and how to move through it with grace.
You can follow Work Wisdom on LinkedIn and Instagram, at @workwisdom, and learn more at our website at https://www.workwisdomllc.com

Fostering Trust and Repairing Breaches at Work

As organizations experience unprecedented levels of difficulties with engagement and retention, where people report a host of personal and professional stressors that are affecting their needs, priorities, and well-being, trust is at the center. In this episode, Dr. Carmella Tress talks with Vanessa Philbert, CEO of Community Action Partnership in Lancaster; and Jason James, Art Director at Fig Industries, to explore the role of trust in cultivating workplaces and relationships that feel healthy, productive, safe, and where people want to be.
You can follow Work Wisdom on LinkedIn and Instagram, at @workwisdom, and learn more at our website at https://www.workwisdomllc.com

One Foot in Front of The Other: Moving Forward When The World Is Falling Apart

For most of our listeners, it’s been a brutal week, compounded by a tumultuous couple of years.  We heard you when you asked for concrete advice about how to keep putting one foot in front of the other.This is required listening for leaders because you are both emotionally highly contagious to your teams (who want to feel valued right now), AND you are responsible for progress in our companies and communities.  It’s a big lift when the world feels like it’s unraveling.Join Dr. McCray and Kedren to learn about three categories of ordering the chaos, and then consider whether borrowing their habits could help you or potentially serve your team as we collectively put one foot in front of the other. 
You can follow Work Wisdom on LinkedIn and Instagram, at @workwisdom, and learn more at our website at https://www.workwisdomllc.com

The Art of Constructive Assertiveness

Join Sarah as she interviews Work Wisdom’s dynamic friend, Isaac Etter to discuss the art of being assertive as a leader. As an entrepreneur and leader, Isaac puts himself out there in order to move his work and mission forward. While his dynamism might not come naturally to everyone, Isaac has some helpful advice for those of us who are on the shy side.
You can follow Work Wisdom on LinkedIn and Instagram, at @workwisdom, and learn more at our website at https://www.workwisdomllc.com

Equitable Workplace Cultures

Join Sarah as she interviews Vanessa Philbert, the CEO of Community Action Partnership AND an associate at WW as well as Esther Angell, Vice President at Cargas to discuss what it means to have an inclusive workplace, where to start, how we can measure success, and why it is a never-ending journey.
You can follow Work Wisdom on LinkedIn and Instagram, at @workwisdom, and learn more at our website at https://www.workwisdomllc.com

Fostering a Culture of Belonging

Join Sarah and Kedren to explore "Fostering a Culture of Belonging". They discuss what culture is and what it's not (ping pong), why "belonging" matters so much right now at work, how values can help, the four primary types of cultures, and eight illuminating dimensions of culture that enable you to more fully understand your own organization's culture and sense of belonging. They also talk about why Kedren always makes sure to wear sneakers in airports.
 
You can follow Work Wisdom on LinkedIn and Instagram, at @workwisdom, and learn more at our website at https://www.workwisdomllc.com

Imposter Syndrome

Imposter syndrome is characterized by doubting your abilities and feeling like a fraud. It disproportionately affects high-achieving people, who don’t believe they’re deserving of recognition and promotions.Psychologists Pauline Rose Clance and Suzanne Imes developed the concept, originally termed “imposter phenomenon,” in a 1978 study which focused on high-achieving women. They found that “despite outstanding academic and professional accomplishments, women who experience the imposter phenomenon persist in believing that they are really not bright and have fooled anyone who thinks otherwise.” Viola Davis, Sheryl Sandberg, Michelle Obama and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor having all confessed to experiencing it.Join Sarah, Vanessa and Kedren to close out Women’s History Month for an exploration about what Imposter Phenomenon is, who experiences it, the role of organizational culture in perpetuating it, and how to begin to own your accomplishments and realistically integrate your successes into your identity. 
You can follow Work Wisdom on LinkedIn and Instagram, at @workwisdom, and learn more at our website at https://www.workwisdomllc.com