Author name: Ramona Shaw

About this Podcast Ep. 200 – Leadership is not just about setting direction; it’s also about revealing vulnerabilities. In this episode, Ramona and guest, Shawn Stewart, discuss the importance of transparency and vulnerability in leadership. Shawn Stewart is a highly respected leader with substantial experience in the engineering sector. Currently holding the title of VP …

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About this Podcast Ep. 199 – In this captivating episode of The Manager Track podcast, host Ramona Shaw welcomes a distinguished guest, Richard Triggs, renowned for his innovative approach to executive recruitment. Richard shares invaluable insights on navigating the job market and retaining exceptional talent within organizations, providing a glimpse into the strategies that have …

199. Positioning Yourself for Senior Roles with Richard Triggs Read More »

About this Podcast Ep. 198 – Have you wondered what other leaders are currently doing on the topic of AI? Even if your workplace as a whole isn’t a frontrunner in the space, it’s vital for you, as a leader, to equip yourself with the necessary skills early on and begin embracing and even leading …

198. 6 Essential AI Skills for Leaders & 5 Must-Take Actions Read More »

About this Podcast Ep. 197 – The allure of success and influence isn’t just something that happens with the latest viral post. It can also happen when new managers try to mimic the behaviors of respected and influential figures in their organization. Understandably so. New managers want to establish themselves as credible and effective leaders and …

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About this Podcast Ep. 196 – “Quitter’s Day.” No, it’s not the day that a person quits their job. It’s the second Friday in January, designated as the day when most people are likely to give up on their New Year’s resolution (unofficially, of course). Change, no matter how big or small can be difficult …

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About this Podcast Ep. 195 – Do you ever feel like your emotions are running the show? As leaders, we often struggle with the pressure to keep things bottled up and be “professional.” But what if there was actually a benefit in embracing your emotions, both good and bad? In this episode of The Manager …

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About this Podcast Ep. 194 – In this week’s episode of the Manager Track podcast, host Ramona Shaw delves into the intriguing subject of coachability and its crucial role in personal and professional development. She begins by setting the stage with a helpful overview of what coaching conversations entail and then unpacks the four pivotal …

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About this Podcast Ep. 193 – In 2024, we anticipate a significant transformation in technological landscapes, with artificial intelligence (AI) at the center stage. Even if your organization isn’t addressing the topic of AI yet, it’s critical for you as a leader to get ahead of the curve and learn how AI will transform your …

193. AI: 2024’s Most Important Leadership Topic Read More »

About this Podcast Ep. 190 – In this week’s episode, we discuss how to nail leadership interviews with insights and strategies from Farah Sharghi. With a wealth of experience as a former Director of Recruitment and HR professional at tech giants like Google, Lyft, Uber, and TikTok, Farah shares invaluable tips to help you shine …

190. Interviewing for Leadership Roles – with Farah Sharghi Read More »

About this Podcast Ep. 189 – When we explore the etymology of the term “decide,” we uncover its roots in the Latin word “decidere.” “De-” means “off” or “down,” and “caedere” means “to cut.” In this historical context, “decide” originally meant to “cut off” or “cut away” alternative possibilities. The crucial insight? If we decide …

189. Reactivity Read More »