The Bosshole Chronicles Podcast
Perhaps you’ve worked for one – those all-too-common difficult, ineffective, and sometimes downright mean managers and leaders. We call them Bossholes® and we believe no one was born to be a Bosshole®. Hosts Sara Best and John Broer of Real Good Ventures feature thought leaders, subject matter experts, and Bosshole® stories to shine a spotlight on Bosshole® prevention and intervention strategies. They share real life, applicable, and game-changing stories and insights to unravel the complexities of Bosshole® dynamics and chart a course towards reinventing the workplace! Their aim? To transform the workplace and help people find meaning and fulfillment in their work!
Check out all episodes of the Bosshole Chronicles below.
Sheila Eason - The Boss Whisperer
A wonderful discussion with Sheila Eason from Elevate People Solutions!
Sara and John - OPTIMA22: Reinvent the World of Work
Pack your bags and join us this April 12th through the 13th at OPTIMA22! This is THE conference for talent optimization and it has no equal.
Dr. Clint Longenecker - "The Awful Thirteen" Bossholes
Joined by the very accomplished Dr. Clinton Longenecker, Sara and John explore his groundbreaking work on leadership types and the foundational elements necessary to lead with purpose, passion, and conscience.
Sara and John - The 2022 State of Talent Optimization Report
It's here! PI's latest report on the State of Talent Optimization.
Sara and John - On Being the Right Size
Have you ever known someone who seems to approach this world with such intensity and harshness that it overwhelms other people and shuts them down?
Rich Sheridan - The Chief Joy Officer
We welcome Rich Sheridan, Chief Storyteller for Menlo Innovations and author of "Chief Joy Officer" and "Joy, Inc."
Ben Snyder - A Less Bosshole Way to Live
We welcome Ben Snyder (Persuader), Lead Pastor at Cedar Creek Church in Toledo, Ohio.
Bosshole Confrontation
In this episode, we meet Bob (Analyzer) who takes us through his own Bosshole experience and the events that lead to his confronting the Bosshole who was stifling not only himself but the entire team.
Anastasia's Story
One of our regular listeners (Anastasia) reached out to share her Bosshole story. It is another remarkable example of an organization ignoring the collateral damage done by a Bosshole.
Jackie Dube and Will Otto - Engagement in a Hybrid World: Field, Flow, and Studio
Joining us in this episode are Jackie Dube and Will Otto from The Predictive Index.
Karen and John - The Hero and the Guide
This is one of John's favorite topics - helping managers truly understand the context of their role with their direct reports.
Karin Hurt - Courageous Cultures
We are joined this week by consultant and author, Karin Hurt, to discuss the latest book she has written with her husband David Dye entitled Courageous Cultures.
Karen and John - Feedback: The Oxygen of Engagement
Karen and John explore the value of authentic two-way feedback and how it is an absolute necessity to keep managers out of The Bosshole Zone.
Sara and Karen - Bosshole Transformation
This week, Sara and Karen lead the way by sharing a few excellent examples of Bosshole Transformation.
Coach Danijela Tomic - The Makings of a Dream Team
Just like her championship volleyball team at Bowling Green State University, Coach Tomic comes through with another winning performance on the podcast.