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Management Episodes

The Manager’s Mic distills today’s best leadership and people-management tactics into crisp, ready-to-use episodes. Hear from veteran executives, frontline supervisors, and workplace researchers so you can lead teams that deliver—without burning out.

Tune in to learn how to:
Coach for performance: run 1-on-1s and quarterly reviews that skyrocket engagement
Drive accountability: set OKRs, delegate effectively, and eliminate “shadow work”
Give feedback that sticks: use SBI/SBIR and feed-forward models to spark growth, not defensiveness
Build psychological safety: foster open dialogue so innovation and dissent thrive side-by-side
Navigate remote & hybrid teams: keep culture, clarity, and connection strong from anywhere
Master time & priority management: protect focus for you and your people in meeting-heavy weeks
Recruit and retain A-players: craft hiring loops and onboarding plans that reduce churn

Press play, apply one tactic before your next stand-up, and watch your team’s performance—and your own leadership brand—rise.
3 Massive Areas of Leadership That I Struggle With | Ep 67
Feb. 26, 2025

3 Massive Areas of Leadership That I Struggle With | Ep 67

Welcome to The Manager’s Mic, hosted by Paul Leon, a corporate trainer, MBA candidate, and selling strategist. I was a former college dropout who has now trained over 2,000 professionals, which has led to influencing $100M in...

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5 Qualities That Make an Excellent Leader | Ep 66
Feb. 20, 2025

5 Qualities That Make an Excellent Leader | Ep 66

Welcome to The Manager’s Mic, hosted by Paul Leon, a corporate training expert, MBA candidate, and leadership strategist. I was a former college dropout who has now trained over 2,000 professionals, which has led to influenci...

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3 Brutal Truths to Thrive in Corporate America | Ep 64
Feb. 6, 2025

3 Brutal Truths to Thrive in Corporate America | Ep 64

Timestamps 0:30 No Data No Interest 1:39 Gossip is… 3:30 Yes You Will Have a Toxic… 4:22 Bonus Advice Welcome to The Manager’s Mic, hosted by Paul Leon, a corporate trainer, MBA candidate, and selling strategist. I was a form...

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This Will Improve Weekly One on Ones With Your Manager Instantly | Ep 59
Jan. 17, 2025

This Will Improve Weekly One on Ones With Your Manager Instantly | Ep…

Time Stamps: 0:00 Start 0:10 Introducing The 3-2-1 Start Point 0:40 Wins 2:30 Areas of Opportunity (AOO) 4:00 Idea 5:50 Bonus Tips 6:30 The Benefits of The 3-2-1 Start Point Welcome to The Manager’s Mic, hosted by Paul Leon, ...

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My 4 Areas of Focus to Win in 2025 | Bonus
Jan. 10, 2025

My 4 Areas of Focus to Win in 2025 | Bonus

Welcome to The Manager’s Mic, hosted by Paul Leon, a corporate training expert, MBA candidate, and leadership strategist. I was a former college dropout who has now trained over 2,000 professionals, which has led to influenci...

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10 Public Speaking Mistakes Managers and Direct Reports Make | Ep 57
Dec. 19, 2024

10 Public Speaking Mistakes Managers and Direct Reports Make | Ep 57

Welcome to The Manager’s Mic, hosted by Paul Leon, a corporate trainer, MBA candidate, and selling strategist. I was a former college dropout who has now trained over 2,000 professionals, which has led to influencing $100M in...

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Data That Proves Helpful Beats Hurtful | Ep 56
Dec. 12, 2024

Data That Proves Helpful Beats Hurtful | Ep 56

Source: Brenan, M. & Jones, J. (24 Jan. 2024). Ethics Ratings of Nearly All Professions Down in U.S. Gallup News. Retrieved from: ⁠https://news.gallup.com/poll/608903/ethics-ratings-nearly-professions-down.aspx%E2%81%A0 Welco...

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