SuperManager
The workplace is evolving, with new laws, people, and technology... Avoid problems and use these changes to better your team, your company, and yourself. The SuperManager podcast is a weekly discussion with a lot of issues, advice, and opinions... Not scripted, no holding back. Real leaders discussing real situations.Join our SuperManager LinkedIn or Facebook groups to join the discussions and interact with fellow SuperManagers.
Episodes
43 episodes
SuperManager: Midlife Job Searching - Taking the Leap - Part 2 of 2
A lot of people realize after 10, 15, 20+... years in their career that they're just not happy. So what do you? Listen in as our panel of SuperManagers who have taken that leap, talk about their experiences, stories, and sug...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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13:20
SuperManager: Midlife Job Searching - Are You Happy? (part 1 of 2)
Did you always know what you wanted to do as a career? So many people realize after several years in a job that they're just not satisfied. But what does it take to make that leap?Listen in as our panel discusses how people ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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16:36
SuperManager: Preparing for Retirement
When you mention preparing for retirement people typically think about financial planning. But what about the emotional life changing aspects of retirement? What do you plan to do with yourself? What about your friends and co-...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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19:57
SuperManager: Work and Life Balance
Are your work life, home life, and spiritual life in balance? Take a listen to these well balanced (sort of) SuperManagers discussing work and life balance:Host:Samantha Naes - CN Video...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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24:00
SuperManager: Technical vs Management
So many managers are promoted because of their skills at doing the job. But is management the right path to take, or are there other options. What are the pros and cons of taking a promotion into management?Listen in on our ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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22:39
SuperManager: Hiring a Cultural Fit
How much you and your team enjoy coming to work can depend on the company culture and whether or not your team is a good fit. What is your company culture and what do you look for in a new employee to ensure it's a match?Listen in...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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18:43
SuperManager: Imposter Syndrome Part 2 - What is it and What Can You Do?
It's surprising how many people have Imposter Syndrome. So let's talk about it. What does it mean, how does if affect you, and what can you do about it.Find out by being a fly on the wall for this discussion with:S...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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16:14
SuperManager: Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
Do you fear being found out at work? On the outside everything seems like it's going great. But on the inside, you're a mess up away from the boss knowing you're a bad fit for the job? Listen to this week's SuperManager podcast in which our pan...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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16:44
SuperManager: Illness and Presenteeism at Work
We've talked about the emotional aspects of presenteeism and how it affects the office. Now we're continuing our discussion with illness and presenteeism and what to do about it.Listen in by being a fly on the wall in this podca...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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14:50
SuperManager: Building a Community at Work
Wouldn't it be great if everyone in the office got along? Tune in to SuperManager for this week's episode "Building a Community at Work" in which we'll discuss ways to make the office a place that works for everyone. Find out, by being ...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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23:44
Super Manager Podcast - Emotional Aspects of Presenteeism and a Cry Room
Have you ever had an employee have a meltdown at work? Presenteeism is defined as the problem of employees who are not fully functioning in the workplace because of an illness, injury or other condition. It is a growing problem that is costing ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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14:48
SuperManager: Side Hustles
Does everyone now have a side hustle? You know, some way of earning revenue besides the traditional full-time job. Why is this so popular? Listen in like a super-fly on the wall as our team finds the answers.·&...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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18:26
SuperManager: Measuring Productivity
Time is the most valuable commodity we have. You can't make more, but you can be more productive to make better use of your time. And that starts with measuring how your time is being used, and how to better use it. Li...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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22:19
SuperManager: How to Reduce Stress and Still Care
Ever noticed a correlation between how much you care about your job and how much stress you feel? Well there are ways to really care about doing a good job, without all the unnecessary stress.Listen in as our un-stressed SuperManager ...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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18:14
SuperManager: Characteristics of Top Leaders
What makes someone a good leader? Are you a good leader? Listen in on this discussion regarding our favorite leaders, the characteristics that make them great, and what we can do to be better.· ...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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19:00
SuperManager: Better Time Management
Time is one of our most valuable resources... So how do we make more? This week our super panel discusses strategies for better time management and ways to help others that aren't spending their time on the most important tasks.Ch...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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20:33
SuperManager: Equal Pay and Gender Bias - Part 3 (What's the Solution?)
Is the solution to "shame and blame?" Or is there another approach that produces more tangible results in the work environment? Has progress even been made at all on the issue over the last several decades? This week, our super panel discusses ...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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14:42
SuperManager: Equal Pay and Gender Bias - Part 2 (Overcoming Bias)
SuperManager: Equal Pay and Gender Bias - Part 2 (Overcoming Bias)So how do we get past Gender Bias? Does the law provide the solution? Or is there another, more personal approach that employers have to take in order to overcome their u...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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19:52
SuperManager: Equal Pay and Gender Bias - Part 1 (Unconscious Bias)
Equal Pay and Gender Bias - Part 1 (Unconscious Bias)There are laws in place to help reduce gender bias and unequal pay in the workplace, but is that the solution? From the hiring process to unequal pay, unconscious bias creates a large...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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11:05
SuperManager: Increasing Employee Enthusiasm and Loyalty
Employee enthusiasm and loyalty is an important element for keeping your team productive. On this week's episode of SuperManager, our panelists discuss the obstacles and solutions to inspiring employees and gaining their loyalty.Sama...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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21:15
SuperManager: Knowledge Transfer - Best Practices when you're Losing an Expert
When a key part of your team leaves, there is a responsibility for the manager to make sure every one has a smooth transition. Listen in on this discussion as our panelists find solutions to these problems as they talk about what the impact has...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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18:47
SuperManager: Continuing Eduction - Who's Responsible?
Most businesses and industries benefit from employees continuing education on their skill. The employee becomes more valuable to the company, and maybe become more loyal. In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons to the individual and the b...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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19:28
SuperManager: Empowering Your Employees
How much control do your employees have over their own success, and the success of your organization? How much should they have? What are some of the best ways to empower employees to be their best, so you can be your best?Find out by b...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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15:43
SuperManager: Department Onboarding - Getting Employees Acclimated to the Group
We've talked about on-boarding, everyone has talked about on-boarding... but what about department on-boarding? How do businesses help employees transition not only into the company, but the specific group they'll be working with. What are some...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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18:43
SuperManager: The Organization Communication Conversation
Communication is essential for an organization to be successful. What are some ways that managers can help communication flow efficiently within an organization? How can miscommunication be avoided? How important is it that information gets sha...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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14:43