Leadership Trademarked Podcast

Episode 11: Employee Engagement with Anthony Colvin

Welcome back to Leadership Trademarked, the podcast for leaders by leaders. In this exciting new series, we dive deep into the vital topic of Employee Engagement. Why is it essential? How do we measure it? What are the strategies top leaders use to keep their teams motivated and connected to the mission?

In this episode, we sit down with Anthony Colvin, Manager at the renowned Toronto restaurant Kasa Moto, to explore how employee engagement is a key factor in achieving success. Anthony shares his hands-on approach to keeping both staff and customers satisfied and loyal, illustrating the ripple effect of engaged employees on customer service—whether those customers are guests, constituents, patients, or members.

This series follows a year-long exploration of leadership journeys across various industries, where we discussed the future of work, bottom-up leadership, dealing with uncertainty, and effective communication. These conversations revealed a common thread: the crucial role employee engagement plays in meeting organizational goals.

Join us as we continue to bring fresh insights and real-world strategies to help you cultivate a workplace where engagement thrives.

Tune in now and learn how taking care of your employees can ensure they take care of your customers!

Episode 10 How Do Leaders Communicate Effectively

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Episode 9 Engagement: Dealing with Uncertainty

Welcome to Episode 9! Continuing with the overarching theme of Engagement, in this episode we focus on exploring the causes and the impacts of uncertainty in our workplaces. 

As guests, we welcome Kevin Quinn and Michael Goldman who share ideas on how to deal with the uncertainty among their team as well as their own feelings about uncertainty using examples and a real-time assessment of a real-life example.

Kevin is Strategic Advisor and Coach for the Trademarked Leadership Podcast. Kevin travels the world seeking the secrets of leadership strength. As a consultant, instructional designer and facilitator, Kevin helps clients learn key skills and breakthrough ideas. Kevin has an MA and MPA degrees from Queen’s U and did his Doctoral studies in Adult Learning at U of T. He is a published author, a ballroom dancer and an arctic explorer.

Michael Goldman is President and owner of Facilitation First Inc. – an organization specializing in the provision and training of professional meeting facilitation services. For the last 30+ years Michael has designed, customized and trained 1000’s of people in the art of facilitation. As a professional facilitator, Michael has worked with public and private organizations around the world helping them to improve alignment, identify key priorities, and achieve consensus by using effective engagement strategies. His clients typically refer to him as the Meeting Doctor – helping folks like yourselves heal from the wounds of poorly managed meetings. Michael has edited several books on facilitative leadership and has written over 30 articles published in prominent North American business magazines.

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Episode 8 Engagement Eh?

Episode 8: Engagement eh? 

Please join us in the release of our next series which will focus on Engagement. Engagement eh? you say? it is such a broad aspect of the workplace and we would like to explore in more detail what it means. 

In this episode we talk about the definition of engagement, what are some of the uncertainties today and how we deal with them, what some of the research tells us, and what are the next steps. 

Over the next few episodes, we will welcome Kevin Quinn and Michael Goldman to take us on a journey in these areas: Engagement in the workplace, Dealing with uncertainty,  How do leaders communicate effectively; and How to engage the people who work for you.

Episode 7 Leadership Trademarked Tools Series - Self Reflection with Dr. Mary Grogan

Welcome to Episode 7 of our podcast series, where we embark on an exciting journey into the world of trademarked leadership tools. In our previous episodes, we've had the privilege of hosting remarkable guests who've shared their personal journeys, from seasoned leaders to those in the midst of transitioning into leadership roles. Their stories have illuminated the challenges of leadership in today's dynamic landscape.

Now, we're thrilled to unveil the next phase of our promise—to equip you with the tools you need to become the leader you aspire to be, in your very own trademarked style. Join us as we delve into a treasure trove of insights and strategies that will empower you on your leadership journey. It's time to unlock your unique leadership potential and make your mark in the world.

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Mary Grogan to share her wise tools of self-reflection so wonderfully captured in the “7 C’s of Global Leadership” 

Dr. Grogan's journey has taken her from the classrooms of the Toronto Catholic School board to the lush landscapes of Dominica in the West Indies, where she conducted groundbreaking doctoral research on professionalism. Her passion for education and leadership knows no bounds.

But that's not all. Dr. Grogan is a founding board member of the Jean Augustine Centre for Girls and Women Empowerment, demonstrating her commitment to empowering the next generation of leaders. She's also lent her expertise as a former board member for the Gatehouse in Etobicoke, furthering her dedication to making a difference in her community.

Dr. Grogan's impact extends beyond her roles as an educator and leader. She's an anti-racism facilitator, working tirelessly to address one of society's most pressing issues. And, as a part-time professor at George Brown College, she imparts her knowledge to the next generation of business leaders.

What sets Dr. Grogan apart is her unique gift—a talent for weaving therapeutic and reflective practices into her work, creating a transformative experience for those she engages with.

So, if you're ready to be inspired, informed, and engaged in conversations that matter, stay tuned. Dr. Mary Grogan's insights on leadership, social justice, and humanistic approaches are sure to elevate your perspective.

Thank you for joining us on this journey of discovery and inspiration. Don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with your friends and colleagues. Together, we'll continue to engage and elevate ourselves and our communities.

Mary shares her wisdom in the 7 C’s of Global Leadership, you can find more information here:  

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Episode 6 Stepping Into Leadership (Part 3) with Bhadresh Patel

Welcome of Part 3 of Stepping into Leadership Series! In this episode we welcome Bhadresh Patel. 

Bhadresh Patel, at the age of 24, is an individual who has recently assumed the prestigious role of President at the Toastmasters Club in Queens, located in Kingston, Ontario. 

Alongside his commitment to Toastmasters, Bhadresh serves as a Financial Service Representative at easy financial.

Prior to his current position, Bhadresh garnered valuable experience as an IT Service Analyst at Zycom Technology for two and a half years. Throughout his career, Bhadresh has demonstrated exceptional dedication and a passion for delivering exceptional results.

Bhadresh's leadership style is characterized by his unwavering belief in leading with love. He firmly believes that love, compassion, and understanding are vital ingredients for effective leadership. With this mindset, Bhadresh aims to inspire and empower individuals to reach their full potential, both within the Toastmasters club and beyond. 

 

Episode 5 Stepping into Leadership (Part 2) with Andy Williams

"Stepping into Leadership" is a captivating episode series that delves into the inspiring stories of individuals who have taken the courageous leap into leadership roles. 

Each episode invites notable guests from various fields to share their personal experiences and insights on what motivated them to step into leadership and the remarkable transitions they underwent in their journey. 

Through candid conversations, listeners gain valuable perspectives on the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned from these leaders, offering a wealth of inspiration and guidance for anyone aspiring to embrace their own leadership potential. 

So tune in and let "Stepping into Leadership" empower you to take that transformative step towards making a difference in your own sphere of influence.

In this episode, we are featuring Andy Williams! 

Andy is a multi-faceted individual, serving as an educator, entrepreneur, and lifelong learner. He excels as a supply teacher across various grade levels and manages rental properties. 

Additionally, he is the owner and operator of FryWay, a growing food truck business with two locations. Andy and his wife are currently constructing an urban farm, aiming to educate people on sustainable living and self-sufficient food production. 

With an M.Ed. and a thesis focused on outdoor experiential education, Andy is deeply passionate about sustainability, the environment, and education. His future aspirations include expanding and franchising FryWay throughout Canada.

 

Episode 4: Stepping into Leadership (Part 1) with Veronica Ahrens

"Stepping into Leadership" is a captivating episode series that delves into the inspiring stories of individuals who have taken the courageous leap into leadership roles.
Each episode invites notable guests from various fields to share their personal experiences and insights on what motivated them to step into leadership and the remarkable transitions they underwent in their journey.

Through candid conversations, listeners gain valuable perspectives on the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned from these leaders, offering a wealth of inspiration and guidance for anyone aspiring to embrace their own leadership potential.

Episode 4 is the first in this series, we discuss stepping into leadership with Veronica Ahrens, the Author of the book: "Teams are not born excellent, they become excellent." Veronica has taken the courageous leap into many leadership roles and share her personal experiences and insights on what motivated her to step into leadership and the remarkable transitions she underwent in her journey. 

 

Veronica Ahrens began her work as a manager in the fitness market, becoming an executive Director of one of the biggest Pilates Companies in Brazil. She made a career transition in 2009, becoming a specialized consultant in the designing and delivery of training in leadership development, having conducted projects in Brazil, USA, Portugal, France and Italy. Author of the book: "Teams are not born excellent; they become excellent."
She pursued diverse backgrounds around the world, studying HR at the University of Toronto, NLP in California, Training and Development in Washington, and being also certified in Strategic Business Management at Harvard. Currently, she is looking for topics related to organizational psychology and psychoanalysis.

 

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