OtherWise Insights

04/09/2020

One of the reasons I was so excited to have my friend and former colleague, Heather Doshay, on the OtherWise Insights podcast was because I know first-hand how amazing she is at recognizing other people's strengths and helping them find the best place to utilize them.
"Spotting Talent" was the perfect topic for her and it was fun to hear her compare her experience as VP of People at Webflow with Ryan Leake's experience as a baseball scouting supervisor for the Houston Astros.

Check out what else Heather has to say on episode 7 of OtherWise Insights wherever you listen to podcasts.

29/08/2020

Sorting through hundreds of resumes can be overwhelming when you're looking for the perfect person for the job. On ep 7 we spoke with SW regional scouting supervisor for the Houston Astros and the VP of People at Webflow, . They shared great thoughts about finding 💎s in the rough, combating biases in the workplace, and told some super heartwarming stories of changing people's lives.

Check out the episode at www.otherwiseinsights.com or where you listen to podcasts!

05/08/2020

If you want to be more persuasive, listen first!

In our latest episode of OtherWise Insights, journalist and best-selling author, Amanda Ripley, explains how people won't engage with each other's perspectives until they themselves feel heard.

Try it out! Next time you want someone to see things your way, switch gears and try to really understand them. Rephrase what you think they're saying until they say "that's right." Then its your turn to offer your point of view.
Give it a shot and see what happens, then let us know!

For this and other tips on asking better questions and listening, check out www.otherwiseinsights.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.

03/08/2020

Why bother trying to ask better questions?
On the latest episode of OtherWise Insights, sales leader Andrew Elliott talks with journalist Amanda Ripley about how this skill impacts *every* part of your life.

Want to connect more with your loved ones? Looking for a promotion? Settling a disagreement? Closing a sales deal?
Ask questions and show that you're listening! It seems simple, but the impact is profound.

For tips on how to improve, listen to the episode at www.otherwiseinsights.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.

31/07/2020

Part 2 of the "Asking Good Questions" episode is live on the OtherWise Insights Podcast. I *loved* this topic and and were fantastic guests with great tips.

This is an episode I think everyone can benefit from, whether or not you're interested in leadership. Asking good questions, listening, and curiosity are critical skills for all of us, especially the more divided we become in our opinions and perspectives.

As journalist and best-selling author Amanda Ripley says in the clip below, there is actual research showing what happens when people feel heard, and the impact this can have on our conversations and understanding of each other.

The full conversation is available on Otherwise Insights wherever you listen to podcasts, or at www.otherwiseinsights.com

29/07/2020

Do you have a curiosity mindset? If you want to ask good questions it takes work! You have to constantly work to foster that mindset.

Listen to Andrew Elliott, CRO of People Data Labs, talk with journalist Amanda Ripley on the latest episode of OtherWise Insights about how to create that mindset for yourself.

25/07/2020

If you could ask better questions, how would it impact your life? These two incredible humans are here to talk about how to do it.

Journalist and best-selling author, Amanda Ripley, and Chief Revenue Officer, Andrew Elliott, had a fascinating conversation full of tips and stories to help you get better at listening and asking questions. For example, listen to what is NOT being said. Loved this conversation so much I split it into 2 episodes. Check out part one on OtherWise Insights now!

21/07/2020

Talk about staying calm under pressure!

This is my all time favorite behind-the-scenes moment from the podcast so far. While FBI Agent, Sid Patel, and CEO of Expanse, Tim Junio, and I were recording episode 4 of OtherWise Insights, the FBI's public affairs specialist was listening in. Part way through the episode his wife asked him to remove a 4 foot snake from their backyard... so he did... while on the call!

21/07/2020

This is a message we all need to hear right now! Tim Junio, co-founder and CEO of cyber-security company Expanse talks about how important it is to be intentional about self care so that you can sustain your energy during stressful times. Since we are stuck at home right now, many people aren't taking vacations or going to the gym, or practicing their other self-care routines. We are all experiencing environmental stress right now, so even if your normal self-care routines are disrupted, make sure you find new ways to take care of yourself.

What are your favorite routines right now while you're stuck at home? Post it in the comments!

Listen to the full episode at www.otherwiseinsights.com

16/07/2020

Tim Junio, co-founder and CEO of Expanse, talks with FBI Agent Sid Patel about how to keep calm in stressful situations.
Top tip from Tim: Make a conscious choice to live in a way that will sustain your energy over *decades*

He gives a great shout out to and for their resources on managing energy.

For the full episode, check out the OtherWise Insights podcast at www.otherwiseinsights.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.

14/07/2020

FBI Agent Sid Patel talks about how the ability to keep calm under pressure is what distinguishes good leaders from great leaders.

Listen to the full episode where Sid talks with Tim Junio, the Co-founder & CEO of Expanse (a company Forbes Magazine just listed as one of the next billion dollar companies). They compare and contrast their strategies to stay calm, cool, and collected when the pressure is on!

Episode link in the comments.

03/07/2020

Holly Coombs was one of the youngest ever Production Stage Managers on Broadway. It was fascinating to listen to her talk with Venture Capital partner David Hornik about rolling with the punches.

When things go wrong in a live show, you have to figure out how to adapt quickly so that the audience still has a good experience. What struck me about this episode was the importance both Holly and David place on having a team that complements your skills in order to keep things running smoothly.

Episode link in the comments.

03/07/2020

Holly Coombs was one of the youngest ever Production Stage Managers on Broadway. It was fascinating to listen to her talk with Venture Capital partner David Hornik about rolling with the punches.

When things go wrong in a live show, you have to figure out how to adapt quickly so that the audience still has a good experience. What struck me about this episode was the importance both Holly and David place on having a team that complements your skills in order to keep things running smoothly.

Episode link in the comments.

02/07/2020

As our economy continues to change, I found it helpful to hear Venture Capital Partner, David Hornik, talk about his experience with cycles in the market. His optimism and storytelling are inspiring!

As he says, "The market will come back, humanity will come back, theater will come back. The only question is when will it come back, and in what form?"

Listen to him talk with Holly Coombs, Broadway Stage Manager for Mean Girls, about adapting when things go wrong.

28/06/2020

Broadway Stage Manager, Holly Coombs, talks about the importance of trust and context setting in leadership. Listen to her talk with a venture capitalist about how they adapt to change in this episode. www.otherwiseinsights.com

26/06/2020

What do a Broadway Stage Manager & a Venture Capitalist have in common?

They both have to be flexible and adapt to a lot of changes.

Episode 3 of OtherWise Insights is live!
Featuring the Production Stage Manager of Mean Girls the Musical and a General Partner from August Capital.

https://katarinajones.com/ep-3-adapting-when-things-go-wrong/

On this episode, a Broadway Stage Manager and a Venture Capitalist talk about adapting when things go wrong. You'll hear Holly Coombs, Production Stage Manager for Mean Girls, speak with Venture Capital Partner, David Hornik, from August Capital. Holly and David discuss what it takes to think on the...

22/06/2020

Norwegian Diplomat, Consul General Jo Sletbak talks about how important it is to personally contribute to the ecosystem you want to grow. Listen to the full interview at www.otherwiseinsights.com

19/06/2020

This is what a leader looks like. Mysty shows incredible courage and vulnerability with this statement.

Listen to Mysty Rusk, Director of the Brink talk about building ecosystems.
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18/06/2020

The power of trust.
Consul General of Norway to SF and the western U.S. talks about building ecosystems on Episode 2 of OtherWise Insights.
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13/06/2020

Episode 2 is live! Listen as Director of a Small Business Development Center and Norwegian Diplomat, Consul General discuss building ecosystems.

Hear the whole conversation at www.otherwiseinsights.com

05/06/2020

Right now in America, issues of race and racism are having a spotlight shined on them in a way that is long overdue. We all know that news cycles are fickle, and this cause deserves all the attention it can get while people are listening.

So, with deep appreciation of the support you have all shown me, and respect for the conversations we're having, I'm not going to release a podcast episode this week.

If you're looking for something to listen to this weekend, a few options you could check out include "Code Switch," or "Yo, is this racist?"

04/06/2020

and the team at just announced the actions they are taking to support the BLM movement and it's pretty awesome.
To see what they pledged, check out buffer.com/blacklivesmatter

Joel is an incredible leader that many of us can learn a lot from. I am honored that he was a part of OtherWise Insights.

If you want to hear some of his thoughts on vulnerability and managing a remote team, check out the rest of this conversation at www.otherwiseinsights.com