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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.
The Real Goal of People Management: With 4 Ways to Get There | Ep 82
May 29, 2025

The Real Goal of People Management: With 4 Ways to Get There | Ep 82

In this episode, I discuss the importance of empowering teams and redefining management roles, highlighting the detrimental effects of micromanagement and providing insights on how to foster a more effective workplace culture...

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How Coaching Reduces Turnover With Francie Jain, CEO of Terrawatt | Ep 81
May 22, 2025

How Coaching Reduces Turnover With Francie Jain, CEO of Terrawatt | E…

In this episode of The Manager’s Mic , I speak with Francie Jain, CEO of Terrawatt and a Princeton University graduate, about how coaching transforms the workplace. Francie shares her journey building a B2B marketplace for co...

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Tricia Leon, Ph.D. Insights With Korn Ferry | Ep.80
May 15, 2025

Tricia Leon, Ph.D. Insights With Korn Ferry | Ep.80

Episode Summary: In this episode of The Manager's Mic, I converse with my wife, who shares her experience while we discuss insights from a Korn Ferry article emphasizing the "No-Nos for New Managers." Our conversation also to...

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12 Ways To Be A Terrible Manager | Ep 79
May 8, 2025

12 Ways To Be A Terrible Manager | Ep 79

Welcome to The Manager’s Mic, hosted by Paul Leon, a sales enablement trainer, MBA candidate, and selling strategist. I was a former college dropout who has now trained over 2,000 professionals. This podcast will help you dev...

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How to Create Participant Guides People Care About | Ep 78
April 30, 2025

How to Create Participant Guides People Care About | Ep 78

Welcome to The Manager’s Mic, hosted by Paul Leon, a sales enablement trainer, MBA candidate, and selling strategist. I was a former college dropout who has now trained over 2,000 professionals. This podcast will help you dev...

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