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The BossBuilder Podcast provides you with great tips on being a great boss! You'll hear from management development expert Mack Munro as he interviews great bosses and those he considers to be great boss builders. Each episode gives you actionable tips, tools, and techniques to be put to use immediately.
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Friday Jun 29, 2018
Friday Jun 29, 2018
Greetings! Today we answer your questions again. We talk about the idea that some people appear to have no common sense. Then we deal with the problem where employees bring their "baggage" with them into work. You may find the answers useful and somewhat provocative so please tune in! Leave us a review and comments too. We really appreciate it!
Friday Jun 22, 2018
Friday Jun 22, 2018
Some more questions from email! On this episode we look at how to measure performance when you're measuring intangibles (like values). We then look at how to prioritize time, particularly if you want to build in time to develop direct reports. Finally, I'll give you a strategy to delegate more effectively.
Keep you questions coming! Email them directly to me at Mack@TheBossBuilders.com!
Monday May 21, 2018
Monday May 21, 2018
Hey Folks! We're back to the mail bag today. Three questions:
- How do I Manage Former Peers
- How Do I Get Respect from More Experienced Direct Reports
- How to Pass Along Bad News (Even if I Think it's Bad Decisions or News)
These are three really common issues bosses face so listen in for some options!
Thursday May 17, 2018
Thursday May 17, 2018
For those of you who think you have it tough being The Boss, imagine if you couldn't afford to pay them anything. Our special guest for this episode is my Director of Marketing and Administration, Lisa Young. She managed several volunteer teams and has three really helpful techniques she'll share with you on how to get people to do their jobs to the best of their abilities. And imagine how well they'll work when you can pay them too!
Wednesday May 16, 2018
Monday May 14, 2018
Monday May 14, 2018
Another question from the mailbag for this episode. How are we supposed to be a great boss when we have all of these multiple generations in the workforce? I'll answer that question with an answer that might surprise you. Be sure to download the handout for this one and get ready for an interesting history lesson too!
Thursday May 03, 2018
Tuesday May 01, 2018
Tuesday May 01, 2018
Hey if you're an HR professional or training manager, this episode is for you! We'll look at the idea that great bosses are MADE, not BORN. I'll show you what three elements must be in place for a boss to be successful and I'll let you know the Top 5 biggest mistakes companies make when putting in management training programs. Finally, I'll share the three areas that make up an effective program. Be sure to download the handout for this one HERE before listening to it!
Sunday Apr 29, 2018
Sunday Apr 29, 2018
Bosses are often compared to leaders and when this happens, the boss usually comes out as the bad guy (or gal). I disagree. On this episode of the Boss Builder Podcast, we'll take a look at the 3 traits of a great boss and the 7 most common traits of bad bosses. Which list will you be on? Listen in and find out. Be sure to download the HANDOUT for this one!
Thursday Apr 26, 2018
Thursday Apr 26, 2018
Have you ever had an aweful boss? I'm sure you have! I've had more than my share and that's the inspiration for the BossBuilder Podcast! On this show, you'll hear from me, Mack Munro, an author, speaker, and consultant as well as some of my favorite Boss Builders, those folks who like me, are committed to building the next great generation of bosses. You'll also hear from folks I consider to be great bosses themselves and we'll explore their techniques and background.