Amazing Teams Podcast
We started this podcast because we love teams, especially amazing ones. Michael Jordan said it best, "Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships." This is what we're all about!
Our mission is to help others build amazing teams by having authentic conversations with remarkable people who are building amazing teams. We will explore the tactics, strategies, and frameworks that have helped them succeed.
Episodes
20 episodes
From Startup to 250 Employees: The Power of Culture at Limble with Bryan Christiansen
Why should companies prioritize culture in growth? In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast, Doug and Una chat with Bryan Christiansen, founder and CEO of Limble, a B2B SaaS company focused on maintenance management. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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33:03
Taco Bytes: Living your company values, actually.
In this short Taco Byte, Doug and Una chat about whether software tools are the answer to reinforcing company values, the role of leadership in living the values and how HeyTaco was designed to encourage meaningful and intrinsic value recogniti...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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7:49
Let's Talk About Comp with Lola Han - S2E1
Why should companies rethink compensation strategies? In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast, hosts Doug and Una sit down with Lola Han, founder and CEO of Kamsa, a company dedicated to helping businesses create data-driven co...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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35:47
Season One’s Unmissable Moments - E16
In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast, Doug and Una reflect on the journey since the podcast's inception in September 2023. Having interviewed 15 diverse guests, including entrepreneurs, founders, coaches, and team leads, Doug and Una sh...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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24:20
Ending with a Question, How to Measure Culture & 3 Things You Can Do Today to Affect It | Eddie Geller - E15
What are the 3 Cs of Culture, and how can you effectively employ them in your organization? Doug and Una dig into cohesion, clarity, and courage with Eddie Geller, founder and CEO of SKOR, a company focused on measuring and improving corporate ...
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33:02
Using Improv Games to Strengthen Teams & Build Confidence | Jordan Hirsch & Sarah Filman - E14
Have you considered using improv techniques to improve communication within your organization? After this episode with Jordan Hirsch and Sarah Filman, you’ll want to! Sarah is the Founder of Playful Perspectives, and with experience as a produc...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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34:40
Seek Enrollment, Rather than Compliance: Engineer Your Company Culture | Aaron Schmookler - E13
Is your organization keeping up with the company culture revolution? Aaron Schmookler is on a mission to engineer healthy company cultures through his company, YesWorks. As CEO of YesWorks, a consulting firm specializing in training and support...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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33:03
How Giving Back Brings Your Team Together: The Power of Shared Experiences | Jason Piasecki - E12
Did you know that a die-hard baseball fan and CEO of a marketing agency took his team on a 24-hour marketing marathon to give back to the community? But here's the unexpected twist: this CEO's team-building strategy involves not just typical te...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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32:36
From West Point to Industry, Using Empathy and Discipline to Lead, | Steve Hedrick - E11
This week we sat down for a chat with Steve Hedrick, Chairman, President, and CEO of AVN Corporation, right in the heart of South Charleston, West Virginia. Now, Steve's not your average CEO. He's got this cool mix of petrochemical savvy and mi...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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33:23
The Coach’s Playbook: Serve Up Success by Fostering Team Values | Malia Shoji - E10
Malia Shoji, the head volleyball coach at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, really dives deep into what it takes to build a successful team. She talks about how important it is to have strong connections among team members, a commitment to g...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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36:30
Translating Sports Team Principles to the Business World | Lloyd Fobi - E9
Hey friends! Recently, we had the pleasure of chatting with Lloyd Fobi, a senior technology leader and former soccer coach. Lloyd brings a wealth of insight on building empathy and trust within teams. We kick things off talking about Lloyd's le...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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36:32
‘The Swing’, What Gives a Team the Edge and How to Start a Movement | Liz Hofreuter - E8
Liz is the head of Wheeling Country Day School, an independent private school in Wheeling, West Virginia, established in 1929, almost 100 years ago. She’s also the founder of EDGE. which is a virtual and campus based tutoring center that specia...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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31:32
How to Engage, Give Back and Have Fun with a Fully Distributed Team | Brad Williams - E7
Brad Williams is the CEO and Co-Founder of WebDevStudios, a WordPress website design and development agency. His company of over 40 people has done work for Microsoft, Campbell’s Soup Company, Starbucks, and so many more. Work like this can onl...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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33:31
Organizational Feedback Loops, Working with Me Guide, Open Door Quitting Policy, and Transitioning from Contributor to Leader | Chris Coffey - E6
Chris Coffey is the Head of Engineering at CollegeVine, which is a networking platform for connecting high school students with colleges and advisors. After working as a software engineer, Chris transitioned into management where he has learned...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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40:55
Stop Managing and Start Leading | Katie Regan - E5
Katie Regan is a seasoned communications professional with over 15 years of experience in business, PR, crisis management, brand, and change communication. As the founder and CEO of the Kirkpatrick Group, she leads a small but powerful team ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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48:14
Building Player-Led Teams | Diana Futrovsky - E4
Diana Futrovshy is the Managing Director at CRA Admired Leadership. She advises clients on how to engage employees, generate organizational alignment, and build leadership credibility. She has expertise in desig...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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41:14
Cultivating Connections, Care, and a Thriving Virtual Workspace | Michael Stevens and Mary Grecz - E3
When it comes to your team, you've probably been told to just look for competency and hope for the best, but that approach often leaves you feeling like something is missing. It's time to stop aimlessly searching and start building a team you c...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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39:47
Unleashing the Power of Trust, Empathy, and Influence to Build Amazing Teams | Erin Corr Miller - E2
Erin Corr Miller is a progressive Human Resources and People Development professional passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). With her empathetic leadership style and keen understanding of the power of coaching, Erin has been a...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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48:40
Driving Success by Building Meaningful Relationships | Influence Mobile, CEO Daniel Todd - E1
Do you want to create a work environment where your team is engaged, motivated, and happy? I have the solution to help you achieve that positive corporate culture.Daniel Todd's journey into understanding the importance of team dynamics a...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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28:55