The Leadership Line

Fear at work is not always loud. Sometimes it sounds like “I’ll just do it myself,” “I need one more data point,” or “I’ll deal with that person later.” We start with some Halloween energy, then get real about what actually scares leaders: bringing in a new hire and hoping they thrive, trusting a teammate with a long-time client, and living with the quiet pressure to deliver every time. We also trace how fear changes over a career. Early-stage business owners often fear cash flow and making ...

Perfectionism sounds like a compliment until you live inside it. We start with some cold-weather banter and a not-so-humble ego, then cut straight into the real question: when does “being perfect” turn into cowardice, fear, and avoidance of vulnerability? We talk honestly about how perfectionism can be learned early, reinforced by family expectations, and carried into adulthood as a polished image that looks great in public while quietly hurting in private. From there we take it into leaders...

Engagement surveys feel like a harmless annual tradition until you realize what happens when you ask people for the truth and then do nothing with it. We dig into the real purpose behind employee experience surveys and why we think leaders should pause before launching another engagement survey just because it is “that time of year.” If you cannot explain why you’re gathering feedback and how you’ll act on it, the survey can actually cost you trust, time, and money. We also talk about the ob...

During World War II, the Office of Strategic Services, the predecessor to the CIA, published the Simple Sabotage Field Manual. It equipped ordinary citizens in German-occupied countries with ways to disrupt enemy organizations from within. Some of its tactics to disrupt meetings? (These are exact quotes from the now-declassified manual): “Bring up irrelevant issues as frequently as possible.”“Haggle over precise wordings of communications, minutes, resolutions.”“Refer back to matters d...

Change is everywhere right now, but the real question is what separates the teams that steady themselves from the teams that spiral. We lean into what we are seeing organizations do well when change is thrust on them, especially when they cannot control the timing or the stakes. One of the biggest patterns: leaders who do not panic. They spend less time reacting, move faster into problem solving, and use any runway they have to plan farther out than the next few weeks. We also get prac...

A small moment like moving a kid into a dorm can reveal a bigger truth: a lot of us are out of practice at sharing space, sharing control, and dealing with everyday friction. That shows up at work as touchiness, quick offense, and a constant tug-of-war over preferences, boundaries, and “my rights.” We dig into what’s behind that shift and why it can poison teamwork even in otherwise healthy organizational cultures. From there, we get practical about workplace conflict and emotional intellige...

If your workplace performance metrics reward “busy,” you can end up with lots of motion and very little progress. We sit down to unpack why so many teams confuse activity with performance and how that mistake quietly corrodes results over time, from for-profit companies chasing the wrong KPIs to grant-funded organizations that can report meetings all day but still miss the outcomes funders actually want. We share a simple, practical performance management framework we keep coming back ...

“I don’t want to stereotype, but…” is usually the start of a workplace mess. We dig into why so many teams blame Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, or Gen Z when things feel tense, even though the real friction is often about values, expectations, and lived experience. We’re honest about the uncomfortable part too: everyone judges. The question is whether we act on that judgment or use it as a signal to have a better conversation. We talk about what people believe they “owe” an organization and wh...

“No conflict here” sounds like a compliment, but it can be a warning sign. We dig into what healthy conflict actually looks like inside an organization, why so many teams confuse peace with progress, and how fear of volatility can train people to stay quiet even when they see real problems. If you have ever held back in a meeting, replayed an argument in your head, or felt like disagreement automatically equals disrespect, this conversation is for you. We talk about the psychology behind con...

“I’m out of capacity” can sound like a fact, but it often acts like a shield. We kick off with birthday-level honesty and then dig into what overload really means at work: not just too many tasks, but unclear priorities, fuzzy definitions of performance, and a habit of confusing motion with value. We talk about why capacity studies and time tracking can be misleading when the biggest time drains never get written down, from “chewing the fat” to distraction and context switching. Then we pivo...

Managing up sounds like a political game until you realize it is mostly a thinking game. We talk about the moment leaders get promoted and suddenly discover that running a productive team is not enough. Influence now requires calm brain control, strong questions, and the courage to bring a well-reasoned point of view to peers and bosses without turning it into a fight. We dig into the difference between panic mode and logic mode at work: nodding along while you disagree, quietly refusing to ...

The moment people stop fighting you can feel like relief, but it can also be the start of the real problem. We talk about the withdrawal stage on the change curve and how it shows up as quiet disengagement: head nods, fast agreement, and “just tell me what to do” energy that looks like cooperation but isn’t commitment. We’ve both mistaken that silence for acceptance, only to find out later it was “false acceptance” and the person either checks out or quits. We break down why compliance can b...

We dig into why teams get stuck even when everyone in the room is capable: adults arrive convinced their view is right, half the group may not care or may not know enough to weigh in, and nobody agrees on what “a good decision” actually means. The result is gridlock, politics, and meetings that burn hours without moving work forward. We walk through a cleaner approach to organizational decision making that starts before anyone pitches their favorite option: define decision-making criteria up...

Feeling stuck in the middle of the org chart, doing solid work but still getting talked over? We dig into the real mechanics of influence at work and why the jump from manager to director can feel like hitting a wall. The rules change fast: you stop winning through sheer execution and start winning through credibility, stakeholder management, and managing up with clarity and intent. We get blunt about the biggest blockers we see when leaders say “they won’t listen to me.” First, your h...

The scariest kind of resistance is the kind that sounds like agreement. When people stop arguing, nod in meetings, and say all the right things, leaders often breathe a sigh of relief and assume alignment is finally here. Then the work doesn’t move, the priorities drift, and someone resigns out of nowhere. That pattern has a name: false alignment, and it is quietly wrecking execution in organizations across the country. We dig into how false acceptance shows up during change management, espe...

Unsaid expectations are a preview of future resentments and once you see it, you can’t unsee it. We start with that simple line and trace how it shows up everywhere: leadership, teamwork, families, friendships, and even the way we argue when we feel wronged. When we expect people to read our minds, we set them up to fail and we set ourselves up to stay mad. We talk through why setting expectations is so hard for some leaders, from being “busy being busy” to making giant assumptions tha...

One word can be the spark that ends a chapter. Karman shares the moment she realized she had outgrown her first job after college, when a boss challenged her writing in a way that revealed something bigger than a single edit: the learning had stopped. From there, we dig into the real-life signals that tell you it’s time to move on from a job, a relationship, a project, or any situation where you’re doing all the work just to stay stuck. Scott brings a career advancement story that hits...

“Treat everyone the same” sounds like good leadership advice until you watch it drain the life out of a team. We kick things off with a quick, funny peanut butter detour, then turn it into a serious management lesson: when leaders smear praise, raises, and feedback evenly across everyone, they create the peanut butter effect. It looks fair on paper, but it quietly punishes effort, blurs standards, and teaches people that results don’t matter. Tammy shares a story from waitressing that makes ...

The fastest way to poison a team isn’t a big argument, it’s the silence that comes before it. We start with a real workplace conflict and use it to unpack a skill most organizations say they want but rarely practice well: truth telling at work. For us, it’s not about “brutal honesty” or getting the last word. It’s about giving clear, meaningful feedback that protects trust, improves performance, and strengthens working relationships. We dig into the foundations that make honest communication...

You can do great work and still get taken out by a rule nobody wrote down. We start with some light banter, then get real about the unspoken workplace norms that quietly shape careers: how you talk about your boss, how you push back, and how quickly “truth” can turn into a reputation problem. Tammy shares a painful early-career story where she trashed her manager to the company president and learned a blunt lesson about power dynamics. From there, we dig into organizational maturity, managin...

Showing up late, ignoring direction, and making coworkers miserable will end more careers than a lack of technical skill. We start with a deceptively simple line from Tom Hanks about what it takes to succeed at work: show up on time, know the text, and have an idea. Then we put it under a microscope and talk about what “the minimum” really looks like in modern workplaces where reliability and teamwork feel rarer than they should be. We share a real story from a program built to close a...

What if the best leadership coaching you get this week comes from a movie night? We start with a deceptively simple question: what’s your favorite work-adjacent movie, and why does it feel true to real life at work? From there we connect scenes, characters, and team dynamics to the problems leaders deal with every day: pressure, performance, trust, and what to do when someone needs a push to see their own potential. We dig into Hoosiers and A League Of Their Own to talk about coaching,...

The fastest way to stall your career is to walk into your first job trying to prove you have already arrived. We start with a surprisingly perfect metaphor: cowbells outside the window, marathons running past the house, and the Bix Run in Davenport where the crowd cheers so hard it feels like a moving party. It is funny, but it is also real, because careers work the same way. The energy is out there, the opportunities are moving, and you decide whether you are going to stay in bed or step ont...

The fastest way to lose trust is to “win” with power. We start with a simple question that shows up everywhere from leadership meetings to group chats: how do you disagree with people without becoming disagreeable? Along the way, we call out a pattern that feels normal right now, using authority, volume, or status to force agreement, and we name the real cost: you create compliance, not commitment, and you train people to stop thinking out loud. We talk through why power moves can look effec...

The fastest way to misunderstand your team is to label them first. We start with a story about a legendary English teacher who used to mark “WBG” for Wild Blatant Generalization, then we bring that same red pen to one of the most common workplace shortcuts: “Boomers are like this,” “Millennials want that,” “Gen Z won’t do this.” From there, we dig into what’s actually useful when you’re managing multigenerational teams. Yes, formative events and technology shifts can shape how people see the...

Your peer leadership group has the same titles, the same seniority, and the same meeting cadence, yet it still feels like a cold war. People protect their turf, hold back information, and quietly keep score. We start by naming what’s really happening: a group of peers isn’t automatically a team, and “we just need more visibility” is often a polite way of saying trust is missing. From there, we dig into what trust looks like in real working meetings: disclosure, follow-through, confidentialit...

The fastest way to lose credibility as a leader is to promise consequences you can’t deliver. We start with a real workplace scenario: a manager tries to build a culture of accountability on a large team, but HR and senior leadership keep making exceptions. The result is a familiar mess in performance management, unclear standards, uneven follow-through, and a leader who feels like they’re fighting uphill with no backing. We walk through two truths that can exist at the same time. First, you...

Change is coming whether your leaders announce it or not, and pretending it’s a one-time “initiative” is how teams get stuck, exhausted, and cynical. We dig into a more realistic approach: change readiness. When the pace of workplace change keeps accelerating, the goal isn’t to win every fight or perfect every rollout plan. The goal is to build a foundation that still works when the ground won’t sit still. We talk about why so many change efforts stall, how resistance spreads through side co...

If you’ve ever walked into a job thinking “this place is amazing” or “this place is doomed,” you already know how powerful a story can feel when we treat it like truth. When we hear “always” and “never,” we’re usually not hearing facts, we’re hearing a belief that hasn’t been tested yet. So we practice a better move: define the fuzzy words. What does “good” mean here? What would “better” look like in numbers, behavior, or customer impact? Employees can assume leaders are either saints or idi...

If your organization feels stuck, the problem might not be your market, your team, or your tools. It might be the invisible ceiling created by success itself. We talk through the awkward reality of organizational growth: the habits that helped you win early can quietly become the very thing that keeps you from scaling. We dig into the real growing pains leaders face as companies mature, from the move out of founder-led “everyone knows everything” mode into repeatable process infrastructure. ...

A 65th birthday should be cake and candles, but we end up somewhere more useful: the uncomfortable truth about failure, patterns, and what it takes to actually change. We start with some playful banter, then pivot into a real conversation about why looking back matters and how reflection can become a tool for resilience instead of a trap of rumination. If you’ve ever felt stuck replaying the same mistake, this one will feel personal. We talk through the difference between learning and ...

A lot of organizations say they want flexibility, then quietly slide back to the easiest rule of all: be in the office, be online, be “on” for 40 hours. We push on that default and ask a sharper question: what outcomes are we actually paying for, and why do we keep treating presence like performance? We unpack what we’re hearing from the market about workplace flexibility, from reduced schedules and “parent hours” to job sharing and realistic part-time roles. We talk about the talent you los...

Ever left a room and realized your silence got read as doubt, disengagement, or indecision? We unpack why thoughtful people get overlooked in fast-talking cultures and how small, intentional moves can change everything—without forcing you to become someone you’re not. Together we explore the real “why” behind speaking up, from countering perfectionism to clarifying alignment, and we map out practical steps for showing presence in the moments that matter. We share a coaching story of a CFO-tr...

What if one honest question could change the course of your company? We dive straight into the hard edge of leadership: the unseen costs of waiting, the myth that misaligned teams “eventually sync,” and the moment a CEO realized their top staff could not take the organization where it needed to go. From there, we get practical—how to set nonnegotiables, make tough personnel calls with clarity and care, and turn good intentions into time-bound action that protects momentum. We share the coach...

Ever notice how fast “great” shows up in status updates—and how little it explains? We dig into the quiet habits that separate busy leaders from effective ones, starting with a bold experiment: give up being right for six weeks. Instead of supplying answers, we practice staying curious longer, asking for specifics, and creating short pockets of headspace that sharpen judgment and reduce reactivity. We share simple scripts to turn shallow check-ins into real conversations: What does great mea...

Stuck between “I could write a book” and an actual manuscript? We unpack the messy middle with a candid look at purpose, process, and the practical moves that turn ideas into finished pages. From the spark that pushes you to write to the systems that keep you going, we share what truly matters when the goal is to publish work you’re proud of. We start by interrogating motivation: legacy, learning, credibility, or pure creativity. That clarity sets your scope, shapes your voice, and protects ...

The quickest way to change a team’s culture might be just four words: Who helped you? We dug into this deceptively simple question and uncovered how it disarms ego, turns success into a teachable process, and brings unseen contributors into the light. Instead of celebrating lone heroes, we trace the gratitude chain behind real wins, from mentors and managers to the people who polish details and keep systems stable. We share concrete stories: closing big deals that leaned on old lessons and r...

Ever notice how “I’ll just do it” feels efficient and heroic, right up until you’re answering emails at 10 p.m. and your team waits on you for every decision? We dig into the invisible costs of holding on and the practical steps that turn delegation from a guilt trip into a growth engine. We start by calling out the classic excuses leaders use to avoid asking for help and why those patterns create yes‑people instead of thinkers. Then we flip the script: as leaders, we own the learning curve....

What does a good coworker look like when the stakes are real, the calendar is packed, and life crashes through the door? We share the story of a year that stripped leadership down to the studs and revealed a team stronger than anyone realized. When personal loss shook the top, our crew didn’t freeze—they stepped in, made decisions, and carried the load without keeping score. That experience reframed how we think about support, accountability, and the space leaders must create for others to gr...

New year, clear eyes. We open the door to 2026 by examining what 2025 really taught us about promises, time, and the quiet habits that make or break momentum. Instead of scoring our stop, start, continue pledges, we dig into what changed just by naming commitments out loud—and what didn’t change until we wrote them down, protected time, and owned the tradeoffs. We talk frankly about integrity and self-trust: when a “commitment” is just a wish, confidence leaks and imposter feelings grow. Shi...

Ever been handed “one more thing” and wondered whether pushing back would help you or haunt you? We dig into the real art of saying no at work—how to protect your bandwidth without damaging trust, and how to turn tense requests into clear decisions that move the right work forward. Along the way, we share the exact phrases that keep conversations calm, the questions that reveal hidden context, and the negotiation steps that map tradeoffs without sounding defensive. We start by separating cor...

Are we becoming workplace jerks in our quest for self-care? This provocative question frames our candid conversation about a troubling trend in modern self-help literature. When bestsellers like "The Courage to Be Disliked" and "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" encourage readers to prioritize themselves, set rigid boundaries, and worry less about others' opinions, something valuable yet dangerous emerges. We unpack Emma Goldberg's thoughtful New York Times piece questioning whether these...

Have you ever wondered if you can truly be your authentic self at work? That question lies at the heart of our conversation, sparked by a hilarious meme: "I accidentally used my real personality at work today. I'll just take myself to HR." We dive deep into the tension between authenticity and professionalism, exploring whether self-management means betraying who you are or simply choosing which aspects of yourself to emphasize in different contexts. The truth is, everyone has amazing qualit...

Have you ever felt trapped in your career, wondering if the only way up is out? This candid conversation delves into the fascinating dynamics of succession planning and career advancement within organizations. We tackle the uncomfortable truth many professionals face: the perception that meaningful career advancement often requires leaving your current employer. Our discussion explores how different organizational structures impact growth opportunities – from learning-focused environments th...

Have you ever been bombarded with sales calls after showing the slightest interest in a product or service? That frustrating experience is exactly what we tackle in this candid conversation about marketing follow-up strategies that actually work—and the ones that drive potential customers away forever. Carmen shares her maddening experience with a lawn service that wouldn't stop calling despite clear boundaries, while another team member describes the overwhelming vendor calls following the ...

What if many of the HR "rules" you've always followed aren't actually rules at all? This eye-opening exploration of workplace urban legends challenges common misconceptions about human resources practices that have become deeply embedded in organizational cultures. We start by tackling perhaps the biggest myth of all: that HR exists primarily to ensure employee happiness. Tracing the evolution from the old "personnel department" hostess-like function to today's strategic partner role, we rev...

Ever found yourself so mentally drained at the end of a workday that you can't even decide what to eat for dinner? That's decision fatigue in action – a leadership challenge that silently erodes effectiveness and energy. During our candid conversation, we dive deep into why so many leaders hit this mental wall and the surprising ways they often create their own exhaustion. When leaders make decisions that should rightfully belong to their team members, they not only overburden themselves but...

What happens when you're responsible for leading a change you don't fully believe in? This question sits at the heart of modern leadership challenges, where changes arrive faster than ever and often from sources beyond our control. For leaders navigating this landscape, the critical skill isn't avoiding change but transforming how we process it. The most effective approach starts with recognizing our emotional reactions—the fear, resistance, or uncertainty—and deliberately shifting to analyt...

Every strength has a shadow side. That confident communication style that makes you so persuasive? It might be shutting down the very conversations you're trying to create. Those brilliant ideas constantly flowing from your mind? They could be overwhelming your team instead of inspiring them. Your nurturing approach that makes people feel safe? It might make your necessary feedback feel unexpectedly harsh. In this refreshingly honest conversation, we dive into the paradox of leadership trait...

"Sometimes you win, sometimes you learn." This simple yet profound statement encapsulates a crucial mindset for effective leadership and personal growth. Our conversation dives deep into the transformative power of embracing failure as a catalyst for development rather than a source of shame. We explore how our relationship with competition shapes our leadership style. Tammy shares insights from growing up with an ultra-competitive father who viewed drive and hustle as essential traits, whil...

What happens when you take a leap from conferences with 2,000 people to 22,700 attendees at a national event? The BecomeMore team discovered both the power of preparation and the humbling reality that what you think is mastery may only be the beginning. This honest leadership conversation takes us behind the scenes of the SHRM 2025 National Conference, where Tammy and Scott's team faced their biggest challenge yet. Through meticulous planning, clear role assignments, and deliberate preparati...

What happens when our pursuit of excellence crosses the line into wasted effort? We dive into the psychology behind "wasted excellence" – that tendency to overcomplicate, overthink, and overdeliver when it doesn't actually serve anyone. We unpack the telling signs you might be trapped in this pattern: delivering products far beyond what clients request, documenting and re-documenting unnecessarily, doing your employees' work for them, or being unable to let decisions stand. This isn't about ...

Ever wondered why you rush to judgment, follow trends without thinking, or believe you're always right? You're not alone. In this enlightening conversation, the entire Become More team gathers to unpack the cognitive bias personas introduced in their new book "Think" and confess which bias they most identify with. Scott humorously embraces being "All-knowing Albert," while Tammy identifies as "Jumping Julia," explaining how quickly jumping to conclusions has been both her superpower and weak...

Diving beneath surface-level leadership advice, our conversation explores how to truly foster environments where thinking flourishes. We unpack two pivotal tactics from our new book that transform organizational culture: the power of reading and the counterintuitive approach of "staying stupid longer." Reading isn't just about information acquisition—it's about making connections between ideas that spark innovation. When leaders read deeply and encourage teams to do the same, they create neu...

Ever wondered why that technically brilliant hire turned out to be your biggest management headache? In our fascinating conversation Scott and Tammy reveal the critical blind spot in most hiring processes that leads organizations to repeatedly bring on problematic employees. The shocking truth? Skills and experience account for just 10-12% of what determines someone's success in your organization. Yet most companies stubbornly focus their entire hiring process on these technical qualificatio...

Leadership transitions demand fundamental shifts in how we create value. Moving from frontline supervisor to executive means evolving from performing tasks to developing others who can multiply your impact exponentially. Yet this critical transformation trips up countless leaders who remain stuck in comfortable patterns of doing rather than teaching. During our conversations with executives across industries, we repeatedly encounter the same challenge: leaders clinging to the technical exper...

Fear lies at the heart of resistance to organizational change. This revealing conversation explores how leaders can navigate the complex emotional landscape that emerges when teams face significant transitions. What makes change feel so threatening to many people? We unpack the psychology behind those fight-flight-freeze-appease responses that emerge during times of uncertainty. Rather than dismissing these reactions, effective leaders acknowledge them while maintaining forward momentum – em...

Scott and Tammy return from hiatus with exciting news—they've published a book called "Think" that addresses a pervasive modern problem: our collective habit of shallow thinking. Rather than suggesting people don't think at all, they observe that many of us operate with thinking "as deep as a parking lot puddle," functioning on autopilot and habitually hitting the easy button when faced with challenges. The conversation explores several revealing examples of this phenomenon. Tammy shares a t...

Ever wondered why we sometimes make snap judgments, nod along without understanding, or rush into action without thinking? It's not because we're incompetent—it's because our brains love shortcuts. Cognitive biases are the brain's methodology for simplifying decision-making. They're not inherently bad—they evolved to keep us safe and help us process information quickly. But in today's complex workplace, these mental shortcuts can lead us astray when thoughtful consideration is what's actuall...

Thinking patterns can make or break your career trajectory, and nowhere is this more evident than in how people approach new information. Our conversation today dives into the fascinating case of "Sal," a recent graduate whose dismissive attitude toward required reading reveals deeper issues with professional thinking. When Sal told their manager that important job documentation was "boring" and only deserved skimming, they unknowingly demonstrated one of the most career-limiting mindsets po...

Are you constantly putting out fires at work? That's not a leadership strategy—it's a symptom. Ever worked in an organization where crisis mode is the default setting? Where teams pride themselves on their ability to "turn on a dime," order late-night pizza, and heroically save the day at the eleventh hour? While this firefighting culture might feel exhilarating and even create a sense of camaraderie, it masks deeper leadership problems that ultimately damage your organization's health and s...

Reverse delegation might be silently sabotaging your leadership effectiveness and your team's growth. In this eye-opening conversation, Scott and Tammy tackle the widespread phenomenon where well-intentioned leaders find themselves taking back work they've delegated to their team members. The hosts unpack how many of us unwittingly create this dynamic through a fundamental misunderstanding of servant leadership. "No, you're not being a servant leader. You're being a bonehead," Scott remarks ...

This week Tammy and Scott talk about how they are doing in regards to their commitments for 2025. How do you think they are doing? What is their grade? Whoa - Karman is holding them to it!! Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://ww...

This week Tammy and Scott talk about strategic execution, delegation and checking in. As you look at your organizations strategy, what percentage do you actually accomplish? Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burg...

This week Tammy and Scott talk about what we create as leaders and what we are responsible for. While creating people is a core work product (check out last weeks episode) what we create and allow in the work environment is also a responsibility of the leader. Wow...that is DEEP. Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: ...

This week Tammy and Scott talk about a leaders work product and how much time you should be spending on that work product....the answer may surprise you!! Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy Producer Karman Hotchki...

This week Tammy and Scott talk about change...sometimes we are the one making the decision and many times we are the one who needs to align. Listen to find out what I need to do in either role to make the most of change. Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Sc...

This week Tammy and Scott talk about who's responsibility is it when it comes to making decisions and aligning to decisions. Leaders? BOD? Individuals? The answer might surprise you. Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://www.linke...

This week Tammy and Scott talk about who's responsibility is it when it comes to engagement. The organization? The employee? Both? What do you think? Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy Prod...

This week Tammy and Scott talk about a quote that explores the perspective of great leaders being hard on themselves vs hard on others. Who are you hardest on? What does that quote really mean? Listen to hear different perspectives of leadership, civility and more. Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K R...

This week Tammy and Scott talk about what personal brand they intend to portray. What do you believe our personal brand is? We all have a personal brand - the question - is your on purpose? Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://w...

This week Tammy and Scott talk about when to and how to use a PIP (Performance Improvement Plan). How do you approach this with your team? Do you use them? Love them? Hate them? Listen in for some nuggets on how to make this a less painful process for you as a leader. Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: &...

This week Tammy and Scott talk about where they are getting new information, how they use it and the process and importance of synthesis. Where you are growing? How are you applying the growth? Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https...

This week Tammy and Scott talk about the importance and impact of being in relationship at work...and no, it isn't about group hugs. Are you in strong relationships at work? How do you know? Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://...

This week Tammy and Scott identify what they are going to Start, Stop and Continue in 2025. What are you planning to Start, Stop and Continue to make small incremental change to increase your impact? Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https...

This week Tammy and Scott identify tactics that are in and out for individuals to evaluate and decide where they may want to level-up in 2025. How many do you have that are in vs out? Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://www.linkedin....

This week Tammy and Scott identify tactics that are in and out for organizations to evaluate and decide where they may want to level-up in 2025. Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy Producer Karman Hotchkiss: http...

Discover (or reminisce about) the history of Krampus and hear how Tammy and Scott deal with incivility in this weeks episode. Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com...

Tammy and Scott share the common situations client ask about and what they usually mean. Understanding the root cause and determining the actions to make an impact in the organization. Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://www.linkedin...

This week Tammy and Scott explore alternative tools for leaders rather than being directive and authoritarian. Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-hotc...

This week Tammy and Scott explore the perspective of if leaders are born or can they be developed? What do you think? Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy Producer Karman Hotchkiss: https://www.linkedin.com/i...

This week Tammy and Scott dive into how do you deal with turkey's in the workplace by identifying phases of action you can take so you and the team can be more impactful. The question you have to answer is....are YOU the turkey? Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scot...

This week Tammy, Scott & Karman dive into the role of a middle manager. Their thoughts might surprise you... Who is a Middle Manager?What is their role?What skills do they need?Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers Scott Burgmeyer: https://www.linkedin.com/...

Join Tammy, Karman and Scott to hear about experiences from earlier in our career that were amazing learning lessons. What would you tell yourself if you could go back in time? How have you applied the learning for yourself today? Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with Us: Tammy K Rogers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamme...

Discover the secrets to building a high-trust, high-performing team in this episode of BecomeMore Group From navigating office dynamics to fostering authentic trust, this conversation explores practical strategies for leaders committed to strengthening team bonds and maximizing collaboration. Tune in to learn how to unlock your team’s potential! Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/b...

Join us for a spooky yet insightful episode of our podcast, where we dive into the challenges of managing employees who resist guidance. Discover strategies to turn subtle defiance into productive dialogue, and learn how to lead effectively, even when the odds are against you. Tune in and empower your leadership journey! Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp ...

Join us on the latest episode of the Become More podcast, where we tackle the tough decisions leaders face, including the delicate process of letting team members go. Learn practical strategies for delivering difficult news with compassion and maintaining organizational integrity. Tune in for insights that empower you to lead effectively! Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemo...

Ever wonder what it really means to be customer-centric? We’re chatting about how to meet customer needs without losing sight of your business goals. Join Scott and Tammy for a lively conversation about the real challenges of customer relationships! We’ll share some fun stories, tackle tricky questions, and explore how to create win-win partnerships. If you’re ready to rethink your customer approach and connect on a deeper level, this episode is for you! Let’s get into it! Questions or topic ...

🌟 Ready to transform your team dynamics? In our latest discussion, we dive deep into the balance between kindness and honesty in communication. Discover how to navigate conflicts, build trust, and empower your team to speak up! Let's create a workplace where everyone feels valued and heard. Tune in now! 🎧✨ Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp Connect with...

Explore how to transform the "us vs. them" mentality in the workplace into a culture of collaboration. This insightful discussion from BecomeMore's CEOs Scott and Tammy delves into the roots of division, from management versus staff dynamics to cross-departmental conflicts, and offers actionable strategies for leaders to foster unity and shared purpose. Join Scott and Tammy as they share real-world examples and practical solutions to create a more cohesive and effective organization. Questio...

Journey through the landscape of organizational health. In this episode, BecomeMore's CEOs Scott and Tammy explore what makes an organization thrive, sharing insights on growth, accountability, and the critical role of strong leadership. Tune in for a lively discussion filled with practical wisdom and prepare to uncover the tools you need to cut through the complexities of your own organizational jungle. Will your organization emerge stronger? Find out by listening in! Questions or topic sugg...

Discover key strategies for building accountability in organizations. Join BecomeMore’s CEO’s Scott and Tammy to explore how aligning commitments, fostering trust, and courageously prioritizing tasks can drive success and improve performance. Learn to enhance organizational relationships and results with effective accountability practices. Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/...

Ever wondered if there’s a little bit of magic in decision-making? Join Scott and Tammy on the Become More Magic 8 Ball Podcast, where life’s tricky questions meet a touch of whimsy. We dive into everything from accountability buddies to unconventional strategies, blending humor with insightful discussions. Whether you’re pondering a big life choice or just need a light-hearted nudge, our show offers the perfect blend of entertainment and wisdom. So, grab your favorite beverage, tune in, and ...

Why does accountability remain a significant challenge for organizational success, despite its importance, and how do clear consequences and effective systems play a role? Today, BecomeMore’s hosts, Scott Burgmeyer and Tammy Rogers review the critical issue of accountability in organizations. They explore why it remains a significant challenge, despite its importance for organizational success. Gain insights into improving organizational success and how to create a culture where expectations ...

Ever wondered why HR is so tough right now? Join us as we explore the real issues facing HR professionals today. From the disconnect between idealistic goals and compliance demands to HR’s evolving role as a strategic partner, we break down what’s driving dissatisfaction and how to turn it around. Discover practical insights and solutions to make HR a powerhouse for organizational success. 🎙️ Questions or topic suggestions? Let us know! podcast@becomemoregp.com Connect with us...

In this episode of The Leadership Line titled "I Was Just a Hiring Manager. Here's What I Learned During The Process," Tammy Rogers and Scott Burgmeyer discuss their experiences as hiring managers. They delve into the challenges of interviewing and hiring, avoiding laziness, and maintaining engagement throughout the process. They also explore the significance of treating candidates with dignity, making thoughtful decisions, and ensuring a smooth onboarding process for new hires, all while ref...