Advice for transforming leadership, culture, Curiosity, and communication from Beth Wonson
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In Tosha Silver’s book Outrageous Openness: Letting the Divine Take the Lead, she offers this idea: “When you say to the Universe, ‘Oh, this is terrible!’ the Universe responds with, ‘You ain’t seen nothing yet.’ But when you say to the Universe, ‘Oh, this is so wonderful!’ the Universe responds with, ‘You ain’t seen nothing yet!’”I’d been literally walking around with anger and resentment, and this was a light bulb of insight that I needed for my own shift. Listen in or read on to catch the whole story.
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It’s Not About How It Feels – Part 2 of 3 – Facilitating Change
This second part of the Facilitating Change series is about not measuring the progress of change based on how it feels. Why not? Because on some days, change feels like a breath of fresh air, and some days it feels as disorienting as being caught in a giant, crashing wave.So how do you measure progress in meaningful ways? Listen in to find out.
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How to Navigate a Big Change
I’ve helped a wide range of organizations, companies, and government agencies navigate the challenges inherent in growth and change. So, when I listened to a podcast where Dr. Dan Diamond explores what makes people resilient and committed when working for the greater good, I realized what he shares is as applicable to corporations and government agencies as it is to nonprofits.Here are his key points that align perfectly with the advice, coaching, and consultation I provide on navigating big change.
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Just Name It – Part 1 of 3 – Facilitating Change
Beth works with organizations of all shapes and sizes, guiding them on facilitating change. In this 3-part series, she shares do’s and don’ts to help you avoid potholes and pitfalls. Here’s Part 1 – Just Name It.
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Special Edition: A Talk with Betsey Nash
Join Beth Wonson as she enjoys a talk with her mentor and friend, Betsey Nash. After many years in the human resources field and as “authoritative center of the universe on the central coast of California for HR and important human relations issues,” Betsey is on the cusp of retirement. But before she goes, she shares her philosophies of work and leadership while Beth treats her to words of thanks, praise, and congratulations from leaders who have worked with her.
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“How do I advance my career when there is no clear path forward?”
Today Beth shares a great tip for advancing at work when there is no clear path forward. After all, we are living in a world where tomorrow’s jobs haven’t even been created yet. So listen in, and see how you can best prepare yourself for your next move.
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Is Your Work Culture in Discord or Harmony?
Whether in the workplace or at home, when people remain caught in the swirl of their unspoken stories – stories comprised of fear, angst, “what ifs,” and “they shoulds” – it creates a culture heavy with discord. But when people are trained and skillful in setting those emotional stories aside to speak their truth based on facts, there is a culture of harmony.Read on or listen in for a case study about peeling away the emotions and getting at the facts, plus two simple ways to identify the truth.
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A Focus on the Greater Good – Part 4 of 4 – Defining Leadership
In Parts 1, 2, and 3 of this series, Beth talked about three other components of effective, authentic leadership: speaking your truth, empathy and compassion, and self-awareness. In this final installment, she ties it all together with a focus on the greater good.
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Self-Awareness – Part 3 of 4 – Defining Leadership
In this segment, Beth shares her favorite part of the authentic leadership definition – self-awareness. Listen in to learn how focusing on and understanding herself led to less drama, less chaos, and stronger connections at work and at home.
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When Others Don’t See Their Own Potential
When you believe you’re seeing someone’s potential, what are you really seeing? Are you seeing them as they see themselves, or are you looking at their situation as if it were you? Is what you want for others what’s truly best for them, or is it simply a reflection of what you want for yourself?Listen in or read on for real-life examples of how positioning yourself as the expert on someone else’s life can cause tension and conflict – at work and at home.
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