Diagnosing The Workplace: Not Just An HR Podcast
Join James and Coby from Roman 3 as they diagnose issues and prescribe solutions to today's most important workplace challenges.
Episodes
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This episode touches on the theme of Strengthening Culture.
In this episode, we explore the difficult reality that a lot of organizations face when the person in charge is the wrong fit for what the organization needs. We dig into the Business Law of the Linchpin and how we can sever the dependence we unintentionally create on our leaders....
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This episode touches on the theme of Strengthening Culture.
In this episode, we explore the impact that change has on our people and our organizations, even if it is implemented for positive reasons.
Our prescription for this episode is to be aware of the psychological impact of change and transition. It can be difficult for all s...
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This episode touches on the theme of Practical Psychology and Developing Leaders.
In this episode, we explore the operational and leadership side of self-trust.
Our prescription for this episode is to find a practice or system that can help you navigate the unfamiliar waters that come with leadership. We recommend our Integrity Le...
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This episode touches on the theme of Practical Psychology and Developing Leaders.
In this episode, we explore the psychology behind building self-trust. We combat myths and struggles like "Fake it, till you make it" and Imposter Syndrome.
Our prescription for this episode is to lean into vulnerability and curiosity. We n...
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This episode touches on the theme of Practical Psychology and Strengthening Culture.
In this episode, we explore the double-edged sword that is being comfortable. We dig into the psychology and realities of both sides of comfort in our jobs and in our organizations.
Our prescription for this episode is to prioritize curiosity and ...
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This episode touches on the theme of Strengthening Culture.
In this episode, we explore some practical examples of what businesses can do to stay effective during difficult times. Much of this advice is not simple or quick to implement, but it will make for stronger and more resilient organizations.
Our prescription for this episo...
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This episode touches on the theme of Practical Psychology and Developing Leaders.
In this episode, we explore the Dunning–Kruger Effect and the "why" behind overconfidence and the blind spots it creates. We dig into how the Dunning–Kruger Effect impacts workplace culture and leadership.
Our prescription for this episode ...
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This episode touches on the theme of Developing Leaders.
In this episode, we explore 3 (hopefully) helpful management tips, understanding and dealing with:
- "Yes, if" and "No, but"
- Listening is the willingness to change
- Balancing Self-Preservation
Our prescription for this episode is to consider these elements, both...
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This episode touches on the themes of Strengthen Culture and Practical Psychology.
In this episode, we explore the difference between Equality, Equity, Special Treatment, and Targeted Support. We also dig into what holds back the implementation and acceptance of equity.
Our prescription for this episode is to understand that equit...
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This episode touches on the theme of Strengthening Culture.
In this episode, we explore the ways that toxic behavior, dynamics, and work relationships enter our organizations. We provide a number of real-life examples to guide you so you can turn around these issues in your workplace.
Our prescription for this episode is to unders...
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This episode touches on the theme of Developing Leaders.
In this episode, we explore the old expression "It's lonely at the top". We dig into “leadership loneliness” and “executive burnout” and how leaders, managers, executives, and entrepreneurs can create support systems and connected resilience to combat isolation.
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This episode touches on the theme of Strengthen Culture.
In this episode, we dig into some buzzwords, like Coffee Badging, Fauxductivity, and Bare Minimum Mondays, so James can rant about how lame they are. We also explore trends and terms that are starting to shine a spotlight on hidden issues impacting our workplaces, like:
- Culture Ro...
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This episode touches on the theme of Practical Psychology.
In this episode, we explore some psychological concepts and principles that can help us better understand both those we work with and ourselves.
Coby walks us through these 3 concepts:
- The Halo/Horn Effect
- Negativity Bias
- Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory Of Motivation-Hygiene
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This episode touches on the themes of Strengthen Culture and Developing Leaders.
In this episode, we explore the types of cultures and workplace norms that leave supervisors and managers feeling that they are powerless and/or their employees do not respect them.
Our prescription for this episode is to create strong, clear, and nua...
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This episode touches on the theme of Developing Leaders.
In this episode, we explore 3 (hopefully) helpful management tips to support new and existing leaders with:
- Communicating Early and Often
- Transforming Behavior
- Bringing Solutions and a Plan
Our prescription for this episode is to consider how we can avoid the "Perfect 10 M...
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This episode touches on the theme of Strengthen Culture.
In this episode, we explore both Passive-Aggressive and Aggressively-Passive behaviour. We dig into how and why it exists in our workplaces and, most importantly, how to address it.
Our prescription for this episode is to understand and look to adopt language and policies ar...
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This episode touches on the theme of Practical Psychology.
In this episode, we explore the Physical, Mental, and Emotional reasons why employees go home so exhausted after work. We dig into the psychology behind these factors and look at the obligation on organizations to support them.
Our prescription for this episode is for orga...
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This episode touches on the theme of Strengthen Culture.
In this episode, we explore workplace silos; what causes them, how they impact the workplace, and, most importantly, how do we tear them down.
Our prescription for this episode is, when looking to make improvements in your workplace, ask yourself the most important question ...
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This episode touches on the theme of Strengthen Culture.
In this episode, we explore why we have teams, departments, or locations that are often at war with each other. Some of our workplaces have Slios, others have Stronghold, and neither works well with others.
Our prescription for this episode is to understand how impactful and...
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This episode touches on the theme of Developing Leaders.
In this episode, we explore 3 (hopefully) helpful management tips, understanding and dealing with:
- Friends vs Friendly
- Responding vs Reacting
- Emotional Load
Our prescription for this episode is to consider these elements, both in yourself and the team you manage, if you want to ...
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