Just Saying - The BRIEF Lab

Just Saying - The BRIEF Lab


Latest Episodes

Episode 136 – Best of: Minister of loneliness & it takes a hurricane to get people to talk
March 28, 2020

In a way, we are now being forced to be together. I have paired two past episodes that addresses the pressing need for personal connections. Episodes referenced in this weekends podcast are: Episode

Episode 135 – Unified messaging that heals fracture and division
March 22, 2020

Focusing on what unites, not divides us isnt just a political issue, but one that many leaders need to address.

Episode 134 – Best of: Limiting your media consumption & the promise of prognosticators
March 21, 2020

As we all face such difficult times, its important for us to manage noise even more intentionally. To help you do this, we will now release a Best of episode every weekend. These special pairings w

Episode 133 – Managing noise in a time of crisis
March 17, 2020

When a crisis heats up, its easy for information to get amplified into deafening noise. What are a few things to lower the volume? Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KvNt5NG-GM Podcast Episodes

Episode 132 – That might be the wrong word
March 08, 2020

Being clear sometimes means needing to be precise. Other times, its just like splitting hairs.

Episode 131 – Storytelling as a valuable tool for teaching
March 02, 2020

Most instruction is long, tedious and boring. Teachers drone on, students tune out. Crafting a story can create a spark that fires them up.

Episode 130 – Creating momentum before a meeting
February 24, 2020

If meetings are a source of noise, what can we do in advance to lower the volume and have better discussions and make faster decisions?

Episode 129 – A semi-silent retreat debrief
February 16, 2020

Lessons learned from my team after taking time away for a brief offsite.

Episode 128 – Giving into message fatigue
February 13, 2020

The role of every leader is to tirelessly communicate key messages clearly, concisely and consistently over time. Learn how to keep it fresh.

Episode 127 – Voicing a frustration
February 02, 2020

There are serious risks if we dont manage these critical moments well and some enticing rewards if we do.