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Balanced Self

Balanced Self

By MSBCoach

This podcast explores different aspects of the life balance we are in search of - both personally and professionally.
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Ep. 6 - Leading in the New Normal

Balanced SelfApr 29, 2021

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Generation Z- How This Generation Is Impacting Today's Workplace and Tomorrow's Culture

Generation Z- How This Generation Is Impacting Today's Workplace and Tomorrow's Culture

In this episode of Balanced Self Dr. Michelle Prosser and host Barbara Fitch discuss how Generation Z has impacted the workplace and how they demonstrate their commitment to societal changes and challenges

Mar 29, 202427:12
Impact Without Burnout

Impact Without Burnout

In this episode of Balanced Self, guest Dr. Ana Melikian and host Barbara Fitch discuss how to be impactful without burnout in your personal and professional lives, the difference between burnout and stress and what to do when you are in prolonged state of stress and burnout.

Mar 04, 202420:05
Change Management - What You Should Know

Change Management - What You Should Know

In this episode of Balanced Self, executive leadership coach Tim Smith and host Barbara Fitch discuss the pros and cons of change and why trust and preparation are important when change is unavoidable.

Jan 30, 202420:09
Foundations Of Trust and Rapport In the Past and Present Workplace

Foundations Of Trust and Rapport In the Past and Present Workplace

In this episode of Balanced Self, guest Vicki Galindo and host Barbara Fitch discuss the importance of building and maintaining a culture of trust as it relates to today's workplace, and offer some ways leaders can instill continuity and trust for future cultures.

Jan 01, 202420:46
How to Give Constructive Feedback

How to Give Constructive Feedback

In this episode of Balanced Self, Miriam Friedel and Barbara Fitch discuss the importance of giving and receiving constructive feedback and how to be consistent in observing behaviors and redirect negative behavior.

Dec 04, 202322:13
How To Identify If You Are Unintentionally Being Bad Boss and What To Do About It

How To Identify If You Are Unintentionally Being Bad Boss and What To Do About It

In this episode of Balanced Self, executive leadership coach Trish Jordan and Barbara Fitch discuss the leadership styles of bosses, understanding specific issues with your leadership style and implementing changes to be a better leader to grow your team.

Oct 30, 202322:27
Navigating Ongoing Challenges of Transitioning from Remote to In Person Work

Navigating Ongoing Challenges of Transitioning from Remote to In Person Work

In this episode of Balanced Self, millennial coach Ariel Bredder and host Barbara Fitch discuss the ongoing challenges of transitioning form remote to in person work and how to navigate that change, the psychological effects of transition, setting goals to remain motivated and productive during transition and strategies that will help you remain reach your goals in both remote and in-person workspaces.

Sep 29, 202323:29
Transitions - when to Change Careers and Steps to Transition

Transitions - when to Change Careers and Steps to Transition

In this episode of Balanced Self, executive leadership coach and author Bruna de Palo and host Barbara Fitch discuss common signs that identify when it's time to consider a career change and examine how to prepare and use transferable skills that can leader to potential new career path.

Aug 31, 202322:55
The Hybrid Work Model - Highlights of the Quarter

The Hybrid Work Model - Highlights of the Quarter

In this episode of Balanced Self, host Barbara Fitch discuss some highlights from our May and June podcasts.

Jul 30, 202308:57
Emotional Intelligence in the Hybrid Workplace

Emotional Intelligence in the Hybrid Workplace

In this episode, guest Donell Woodson and host Barbara Fitch examine different aspects of emotional intelligence in the hybrid work environment and how it has catapulted new work norms and behaviors the post pandemic work space.

Jun 26, 202317:40
Hybrid Workplace - Psychological Safety

Hybrid Workplace - Psychological Safety

In this episode of Balanced Self, executive leadership coach Chris Heinz and host Barbara Fitch, discussed how to establish an open and respectful communication culture within the hybrid workplace and what psychological safety means in the hybrid workplace.

May 30, 202319:23
Attracting and Retaining Talent - Foursight Mindset Reveal

Attracting and Retaining Talent - Foursight Mindset Reveal

In this episode of Balanced Self, executive leadership coach Joellen Wilkins and host Barbara Fitch discuss the Foursight assessment and how it improves company performance and productivity while supporting talent retention.

Apr 28, 202317:23
Attracting and Retaining Talent - Learning and Development

Attracting and Retaining Talent - Learning and Development

In this episode, community leader and local business owner, Sarad Davenport and host Barbara Fitch discuss the different aspects of learning and development benefit leaders in attracting and retaining talent with organizations.

Mar 24, 202317:00
Attracting and Retaining Talent - Engagement

Attracting and Retaining Talent - Engagement

In this episode of Balanced Self,  executive leadership coach Bob Kolodinsky and host Barbara Fitch discuss how leaders can provide resources that will keep employees engaged and why maintaining core values and trust are a crucial component to a healthy and engaging workplace.  

Feb 24, 202326:26
Attracting and Retaining Talent - Ownership

Attracting and Retaining Talent - Ownership

In this episode, Sr. Talent Development and Leadership Consultant and author Kevin Fuselier and host Barbara Fitch discuss how to retain and attract talent,  and why it is important that leaders create a strong and healthy workplace that appeals to top talent.

Jan 25, 202323:07
How AI Application Are Improving Our Emotional Intelligence and Enhancing Coaching and Leadership

How AI Application Are Improving Our Emotional Intelligence and Enhancing Coaching and Leadership

Emotional intelligence is more important to one's success as a leader than IQ or technical skill. In today’s episode, President and CEO of MSBCoach Michelle Braden and Barbara Fitch discuss how to incorporate AI into EQ healthy workplace and how leaders can use enchance the workplace through a balance of both.

Dec 29, 202224:48
The Importance of Foundation of Trust and Integrity in Artificial Intelligence

The Importance of Foundation of Trust and Integrity in Artificial Intelligence

Sustaining brand integrity within our organizations  is key in pursuing AI trust.  In this episode, executive coach and author JoAnn Auger and Barbara Fitch discuss how trust is important in AI and how leaders can persuade teams to trust AI.   

Nov 30, 202216:45
Artificial Intelligence and its Effects on Next Normal Leadership

Artificial Intelligence and its Effects on Next Normal Leadership

Artificial Intelligence is a technology that is changing every walk of life. It is a extensive tool that allows people to rethink how we incorporate information, evaluate data, and use the ensuing insights to improve decision making. In this episode, executive leadership coach Tim Smith and Barbara Fitch discuss the pros and cons leaders are facing in AI new next normal workplace.

Oct 26, 202218:59
How to Lead, Learn and Follow Simultaneously

How to Lead, Learn and Follow Simultaneously

Leaders influence their teams according to their organizations needs.   When employees know that leaders  listen intently, it has a very positive impact on the work environments and creates a space for learnability.  In today's episode we are joined by best selling author and leadership coach Kelvin Redd and MSBCoach's Barbara Fitch where they will discuss how leaders can create a positive and meaningful learning environment.   

Sep 20, 202227:24
Influence and Inspiration vs Title and Authority

Influence and Inspiration vs Title and Authority

Influence leaders encourage and support feedback of all types and know their role is to offer inspiration and creativity and therefore do not lead their teams from a position of authority or title. In today's episode, CEO of Richmond International Airport Perry Miller and Barbara Fitch discuss the differences between influence and inspiration vs. title and authority. 

Aug 14, 202220:15
Embracing and Leading a Change Mindset - Expanding Our View of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Embracing and Leading a Change Mindset - Expanding Our View of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Expanding diversity in the workplace boosts imagination and innovation. Teams that see the same thing in unique ways are more likely to have better viewpoints. In this episode, executive coach and author Debby Neely and host Barbara Fitch will discuss how DEI have affected the post-pandemic workplace and talk about strategies organizations are adopting to increase inclusion.

Jul 24, 202219:55
Unsaid Norms, Values and Behaviors In New Normal Organizations

Unsaid Norms, Values and Behaviors In New Normal Organizations

In this episode of Balanced Self, bestselling author Tia Graham and host Barbara Fitch discuss how organizations have applied unsaid norms, values, and behaviors in our organizational cultures and how teams interact and communicate in the "next normal" .     

Jun 29, 202218:19
How Do Values and Behaviors Align in the New Normal - Expected Behaviors in the Post Pandemic Work Place

How Do Values and Behaviors Align in the New Normal - Expected Behaviors in the Post Pandemic Work Place

Organizations has been seizing the moment to transform our new normal workplaces and reinvent virtual and hybrid environments.  In today's episode, Dave LaRochelle and President and CEO of MSBCoach Michelle Braden will discuss what behaviors have changed and how leaders are re-designing the post-pandemic workplace.   

Apr 20, 202228:25
The Humanness of Leadership - Managing Pandemic Hangover and the Effects on Leadership

The Humanness of Leadership - Managing Pandemic Hangover and the Effects on Leadership

When coping with a crisis of the ongoing Covid 19 pandemic, leaders have easily fallen into the snares of waiting for the situation to clarify how to lead. It’s easy to understand why so many have missed the opportunities for open and honest communication.  In this episode, guests Bruna de Palo and President and CEO of MSBCoach Michelle Braden will define pandemic hangover and its effects on leadership.

Apr 15, 202220:19
The Humanness of Leadership - Balancing Boundaries and Accountability

The Humanness of Leadership - Balancing Boundaries and Accountability

Setting boundaries for yourself is essential to self-care.  In this episode, Joe Hughes and CEO and President of MSBCoach, Michelle Braden discuss how boundaries help us examine our behavior and create a healthy structure in our personal and professional lives.

Feb 22, 202227:20
The Humanness of Leadership - Balancing Compassion and Empathy

The Humanness of Leadership - Balancing Compassion and Empathy

The human side of leadership is fundamental in working through deeper levels of self-awareness and developing compassion and empathy when leading our teams. In this episode, Kim Tully and President and CEO of MSBCoach Michelle Braden discuss how to lead with compassion and empathy while still developing and maintaining a successful work environment.

Jan 28, 202221:51
Post Pandemic - Relationship Management

Post Pandemic - Relationship Management

The economic shock delivered by the global pandemic set many organizations on a road to unexpected change. With this change, leaders were faced with managing existing relationship strategies and build and maintain new relationships within their organizations. In this episode Bill Cooper and President/ CEO of MSBCoach Michelle Braden discuss post pandemic relationship management and how leaders are maintaining in the new normal.

Dec 28, 202117:23
Post Pandemic Leadership - Hybrid Workplace

Post Pandemic Leadership - Hybrid Workplace

As we enter the post-pandemic workplace a hybrid workplace has become the new normal.  In this episode, CEO of Investors Observer, Tim O'Donnell, will share leadership strategies he has used in this post-pandemic environment.  Tim will also explore both pros and cons leaders are facing in this post-pandemic.

Oct 25, 202119:13
Racial Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace - Empathy and Emotional Intelligence

Racial Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace - Empathy and Emotional Intelligence

Dealing with others across diverse lines often triggers powerful responses that require emotional intelligence and empathy. In this episode, Michelle Braden and Crystal Napier discuss ways leaders use emotional intelligence and empathy to make a difference in diverse workplace environments.

Sep 14, 202128:55
Racial Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace - Mentorship

Racial Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace - Mentorship

Diversity mentoring is a developmental process of open dialogue that aims to accomplish both individual and organizational change through mutual understanding and suspending judgment within a relationship of shared learning.  In this episode,  Michelle Braden and Barbara Fitch will discuss how mentorship programs can make a difference in your organization and how MSBCoach can help you achieve your leadership goals 

Aug 23, 202124:01
Racial Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace - Mentorship

Racial Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace - Mentorship

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Aug 23, 202122:60
Racial Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace - Recruitment

Racial Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace - Recruitment

In this episode, Michelle Braden and Barbara Fitch discuss the importance of recruiting for racial diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Listen for tips on how diversity recruiting contributes to better overall performance within our organizations and how to have proactive conversations when hiring candidates using a process that is free from biases. 

Jul 26, 202114:35
Balanced Self -Giving and Receiving Feedback

Balanced Self -Giving and Receiving Feedback

This podcast explores different aspects of the life balance we are in search of - both personally and professionally.

Jun 22, 202128:07
Ep. 7 - Suddenly Virtual with Karin Reed
May 12, 202125:01
Ep. 6 - Leading in the New Normal

Ep. 6 - Leading in the New Normal

In this episode, Michelle Braden and Ariel Bredder discuss the importance of connection as we continue to manage the new normal. Listen for tips on leading with intention, awareness and connecting with yourself and others. 

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Apr 29, 202125:32
Ep. 5 - Challenges and Opportunities with Talia Fox

Ep. 5 - Challenges and Opportunities with Talia Fox

In this episode, Talia Fox of KUSI Global Inc. joins us to discuss leading in the new normal. This past year has taught leaders a lot of lessons as they've had to navigate major changes with switching to a more virtual work environment. Talia shares her insights on how challenges are opportunities for new possibilities, creating work life balance and managing the journey of change. 

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Apr 13, 202124:05
Ep. 4 - Wellbeing and Connection
Apr 02, 202130:33
Ep. 3 - Wellness Starts Within with Gabrielle Ortega
Mar 24, 202115:51
Ep. 2 - AmyJo Mattheis on Virtual Wellness

Ep. 2 - AmyJo Mattheis on Virtual Wellness

AmyJo Mattheis of Pavo Navigation Coaching, joins Ariel Bredder to discuss finding balance and harmony in the virtual workplace. AmyJo shares her expertise on setting boundaries, how leaders can be an example of virtual wellbeing and how to have an intentional mental health day.

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Feb 23, 202119:39
Ep. 1 - What is Balanced Self?

Ep. 1 - What is Balanced Self?

In this first episode, Michelle Braden and Ariel Bredder of MSBCoach discuss what balance looks like, the importance of finding balance and what to look forward to in this new podcast. 

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Jan 25, 202117:05