In this episode, Jess and Tim discuss an article by Weber et al. (2022) titled "Building Individual and Organizational Wellness Through Effective Followership." The authors discuss how physicians in the healthcare industry can combat the effects of burnout with the positive forces of effective followership. Although the article is geared towards healthcare professionals, its applicability is wide-ranging. For example, professionals in all industries and organizations experience burnout. ReferencesChaleff, I. (1995). The courageous follower: Standing up to and for our leaders. Berrett-Koehler Pub.Weber LA, Bunin J, Hartzell JD. Building Individual and Organizational Wellness Through Effective Followership. J Healthc Leadersh. 2022;14:47-53https://doi.org/10.2147/JHL.S357107

Panel Members:1. Rob Alexander, Executive Director, Small Business Development Centers in Springfield2. Darin Gerdes, Professor of Management, Charleston Southern UniversityQuestion for discussion:For an organization to thrive, are there any “necessary conditions” required internal to the organization and its members? By “necessary conditions,” I mean that an organization will be ineffective at a minimum or ultimately fail to achieve its goals without these conditions.I’m trying to dig up the roots of organizational effectiveness, and I am interested in the necessary conditions required for all organizations, regardless of size or purpose. We might also delineate between requirements needed for survival versus conditions necessary for thriving.One prominent example might be purpose: No organization is sustainable without a purpose. For example, some organizations form to solve an immediate problem. Once that problem is solved, the organization dissolves. Other organizations might fail because an organization’s purpose becomes confused, unclear, or even disagreed upon by its members.

This episode is about an organization's environment, a powerful influencing force in any organization. The analogy here is comparing the organizational environment to a crop's soil, and soil fertility is vital for maximizing crop yield. If you guessed that the people within the organization are the crop of your choice, you would be right. Crop yield might be analogous to the growth or learning of organizational members. Crop yield might also be analogous to how empowered members of the organization feel or how much autonomy they have to pursue mastery of their crafts. Now we get to the central thesis of the soil analogy: the richer the soil, the richer the crop yield. We can unpack what it means to have rich soil within an organization. Does it follow that the richer the organizational environment is, the more growth (or growth opportunities) organizational members will experience?Key Assumption: The more effort or energy an organization deliberately pours into its members, the more **effective** that organization will be. As applied to organizational effectiveness, Leadosophy defines “effort or energy” as organizational knowledge, organizational tools, and organizational resources, or KTR.KTR is a main component of the soil. 

In this episode, Leadosophy discusses how we uniquely conceptualize organizational effectiveness. We each bring our own assumptions to this dialogue session. Organizations come in many sizes and forms, from formal organizations like for-profit businesses and not-for-profit businesses to informal organizations like a local community group of volunteers who organically form to tackle local issues like crime, poverty, or addressing a lack of after-school activities for the youth. More than likely, we all are members of one or many organizations right now.There is a lot of discussion about the term “organizational effectiveness” and how to make organizations more effective. But how do we define an “effective organization,” and what does it mean to be an “effective organization?” Is “effectiveness” unique to each organization?Show Guests:Adam Lorentz, US Coast GuardJessica Shafer, US Coast GuardAll views expressed by the show guests are their own; their viewpoints are not the official stances of their respective organizations. References1. Bolman, L. G., & Deal, T. E. (2014). How great leaders think: The art of reframing. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass. 

Assumption: On a long enough timeline, each of us will work for a manager-leader who we perceive to be but are not limited to:1. Technically incompetent, 2. Emotionally disconnected, e.g., lacking empathy or compassion,3. Dehumanizing the workspace4. Fostering low morale, 5. Valuing power and control over empowering others.Hypothetically, how should one navigate the challenges associated with a leader-manager characterized above?Hypothetically, do those in a subordinate role to this leader-manager bear some responsibility in fostering a harmonious work environment despite the challenges presented above? If so, what are some of those responsibilities? 

Episode 101 In this episode, Leadosophy interviews Dr. Markiel Perkins, a High School Principal in Northern Ohio, and Bill Kermavner, a Public School Superintendent in Northern Ohio.Areas of Discussion:• Team effectiveness, strategy and decision making, and leading throughout the Covid pandemic• The pandemic's social and emotional impact on students two years later• Developing relationships and the overall importance of relationships as public school administrators • "Leading students where they are at," to borrow a quote from Dr. Perkins• Words of wisdom for aspiring school administrators• Relational dynamics between Principals and Superintendents• School system leadership challenges•The attrition of educators• The importance of followershipLeadoosphy is the fusion of leadership and philosophy. To learn more, visit: www.leadosophy.com

Episode 100 Leadosophy was enormously humbled to be on the receiving end of some great questions from Tim's wife, Jess. A very fun interview that had some technical challenges, extreme temperatures, barking Great Danes, and lively leadership discussion. Many thanks to Jess for the podcast idea for Episode 100.This marks the end of Season 1 of Leadosophy!

Episode 99 Leadosophy flips the script on self-doubt and discusses self-confidence. How do we gain self-confidence? Tim discusses his concept of self-confidence with the "Three Buckets" metaphor: Experience, Preparation, and Mindset. Leadosophy hopes this episode inspires you to examine your unique understanding of self-confidence. Season One: Leadosophy is the fusion of leadership and philosophy. We use philosophical thought to deepen our understanding of leadership together.

Episode 98 Leadosophy continues the self-doubt discussion by leaning on an academic article that deep dives into the psychological world of self-doubt. Of interest in this podcast are the coping mechanisms we use to mask or overcome our self-doubt. Also, as leaders, we potentially can have an effect on those around us by the way we react to mistakes that are made and how those within our sphere of influence think that we are judging their mistakes. ReferencesBraslow, M.D., Guerrettaz, J., Arkin, R.M. and Oleson, K.C. (2012), Self-Doubt. Social and Personality Psychology Compass, 6: 470-482. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1751-9004.2012.00441.xPDF here: https://homepages.se.edu/cvonbergen/files/2013/01/Self-Doubt.pdfSeason One: Foundations of Leadosophy Leadosophy is the fusion of leadership and philosophy. We use philosophical thought to deepen our understanding of leadership together.

Episode 97 Leadosophy introduces the concept of self-doubt as it applies to leader effectiveness. This is a cathartic exercise because self-doubt was a constant and shifting cloud that hovered over my various leadership roles. I am hoping that once this podcast is over maybe a few of you might rest easier knowing that leading humans is an enormous responsibility and it is ok to have healthy levels of anxiety in a leadership role. It is ok to constructively question your abilities from time to time. To question whether or not you are providing the tools, knowledge, and resources to others. To question whether or not you’re drifting into the realm of overconfidence. Questions:Can we learn more about the origins of our self-doubt by examining the origins of our self-confidence? Have you ever doubted your ability to lead other humans?What are the origins of self-doubt?Can we overcome self-doubt? If so, how? Referenceshttps://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-self-concept-2795865https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/imposter-syndromeSeason One: Foundations of Leadosophy Leadosophy is the fusion of leadership and philosophy. We use philosophical thought to deepen our understanding of leadership together.

Episode 96 Tim discusses the importance of gaining and keeping momentum in pursuing objectives, tasks, goals, etc. After failing to record a podcast in over a month, he goes back on the airways to discuss his challenges, hoping, in a small way, to inspire others who may have lost momentum in some way.This podcast is dedicated to all of you who seek momentum or have lost momentum. So let us light the fires of passion together.Referenceshttps://www.simplypsychology.org/self-actualization.htmlSeason One: Foundations of Leadosophy Leadosophy is the fusion of leadership and philosophy. We use philosophical thought to deepen our understanding of leadership together.

Episode 95 Tim talks about what he learned doing some basic research on the company NatureSweet®. Leadosophy is intrigued by the cultural aspect of NatureSweet: how their Associates talk about the organization, how the organization makes them feel, and the opportunities that the organization provides to its Associates. NatureSweet makes some very positive assumptions about human behavior and human motivation, and we'll discuss these assumptions and the positive benefits that come from those assumptions. This episode is also about the language that an organization uses and how that language can permeate the culture at all levels. Leadosophy has no affiliation with NatureSweet, nor is Leadosophy endorsed by NatureSweet. But their tomatoes are delicious. Leadosophy likes them on salads, particularly.Referenceshttps://naturesweet.com/our-storyhttps://naturesweet.com/our-story/social-responsibility-sustainability-report/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tC9AgnAk0wkhttps://m.andnowuknow.com/shop-talk/naturesweet-receives-second-consecutive-category-leadership-award-lori-castillo/chandler-james/74810Season One: Foundations of Leadosophy Leadosophy is the fusion of leadership and philosophy. We use philosophical thought to deepen our understanding of leadership together.

Episode 94 Leadosophy wants you to forget everything you've learned and been taught about a leadership conceptual framework. So instead, today's episode focuses solely on the human connection and why it's important anywhere. Human connectedness transcends the artificial boundaries of the workspace: all the cubicles and artificial lighting and annual performance reviews. We are social animals that bond with one another. Some bonds are strong, others weaker, but bonds are forged nonetheless. Today, let's remember that leadership is so much more than getting teams to work together to achieve common goals. Leadership is deeper than that, richer than that. Season One: Foundations of Leadosophy Leadosophy is the fusion of leadership and philosophy. We use philosophical thought to deepen our understanding of leadership together.

Episode 93 Leadosophy examines the concept of "employee engagement" referencing an article in Forbes written by Kevin Kruse. Here are a few questions:1. True or False: An employee can work on behalf of the org's goals with minimal emotional commitment?2. Can you force your employees to "care" for your organization?  3. What does it mean to "care" for your organization?  4. How many situations have we been a part of where we "faked" caring for the goals of an organization?  5. Is it possible that the farther away one is from the founder or founders of an organization, the less one will care for that organization? Is this not expected? Does a CEO truly believe that a new employee will “actually care” for the organization in the same way or with the same level of emotion or passion?Referenceshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/kevinkruse/2012/06/22/employee-engagement-what-and-why/?sh=4ad7ca217f37Season One: Foundations of Leadosophy Leadosophy is the fusion of leadership and philosophy. We use philosophical thought to deepen our understanding of leadership together.

Episode 92 Leadosophy discusses 5 takeaways from leading in a high-risk yet high-reward environment, namely the world of search and rescue in the maritime environment. Leadosophy has five reflective points and this episode elaborates on each. They are:1. Establish and understand the purpose.2. Direct energy towards purpose.3. In matters of safety in a high-risk high-reward environment, there is little room for complacency. 4. Remove barriers.5. Without realizing the value of human capital, the existential purpose is worthless, the problems do not get solved adequately.Season One: Foundations of Leadosophy Leadosophy is the fusion of leadership and philosophy. We use philosophical thought to deepen our understanding of leadership together.

In this two-part interview, Leadosophy speaks with Carson Woody, a High School sophomore and wrestler from Madison High School in Northern Ohio. Carson talks about life, wrestling, adversity and triumph in sports and academics, finding something to do after High School that does not involve college, his joy of welding, and much more.Enlightenment does not always have to come from adults. Kids have awesome life perspectives too! Sometimes, they just need a platform to share their thoughts with more people.

In this two-part interview, Leadosophy speaks with Carson Woody, a High School sophomore and wrestler from Madison High School in Northern Ohio. Carson talks about life, wrestling, adversity and triumph in sports and academics, finding something to do after High School that does not involve college, his joy of welding, and much more.Enlightenment does not always have to come from adults. Kids have awesome life perspectives too! Sometimes, they just need a platform to share their thoughts with more people. 

Episode 89 Leadosophy questions the validity of leadership questions in an applicant's job interview. Can you get a person's detailed concept of leadership from very abstract leadership questions? Is it not implied that a job applicant will tell you that they have an awesome leadership style when asked about their leadership style? How do you drill down on and predict someone's ability to lead? What sort of questions might increase your chances to understand how a person will lead in practice and not simply in theory? Of course, this is easier said than done.Leadosophy thanks Indeed.com for their helpful guidance on asking leadership questions. You can read that article linked below.Referenceshttps://www.indeed.com/hire/c/info/questions-to-ask-a-leaderSeason One: Foundations of Leadosophy Leadosophy is the fusion of leadership and philosophy. We use philosophical thought to deepen our understanding of leadership together.

Episode 88 Leadosophy reviews a short article written by educator Joseph Clark of Concordia University Irvine. He discusses equality, equity, and fairness as applied to the education world, but Leadosophy uses this article as a launching pad to discuss the concepts in relation to leadership and the work environment.Can a leader treat everyone equally? Should he or she? Can a leader lead without bias and with impartiality?Referenceshttps://www.cui.edu/academicprograms/education/perfecting-the-practice/blog/post/how-to-balance-equity-equality-and-fairnessSeason One: Foundations of Leadosophy Leadosophy is the fusion of leadership and philosophy. We use philosophical thought to deepen our understanding of leadership together.

Episode 87 Like a compass that needs recalibrating from time to time, leaders within an organization may need to recalibrate from time to time. By recalibration, we mean reexamining the meaning and purpose of an organization. Existential questions are questions that tug at the reasons why an organization exists. Questions leaders might ask are:Why does our organization exist? Does everyone in the organization know the answer?What is our purpose, our mission?What problems were we created to solve, and are we meeting the spirit of our existential purpose? Are we good at solving the problems we set out to solve in the beginning?Season One: Foundations of Leadosophy Leadosophy is the fusion of leadership and philosophy. We use philosophical thought to deepen our understanding of leadership together.