Episode 4

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14th Mar 2024

Commitment, Presence, and the Art of Repair with Makeda Andrews

"I expanded and grew so much as a result of that 60 minutes every single week, even though he was really busy. He could have done other things, but he chose to be there with me. He chose to really be present. And as a result, I'm where I am today." - Mak Andrews

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Discover the transformative power of authentic relationships in both personal and professional spheres with Jason Lauritsen and his special guest, Makeda Andrews. Dive deep into a discussion that reveals actionable insights for nurturing connections that can weather any storm.

In this episode:

- Uncover the significant differences between accepting someone wholly in personal relationships versus the scrutiny and negativity often seen in professional settings.

- Learn how a simple managerial tweak, focusing on employees' best moments like a cherished collection of selfies, can foster a more liberating work environment.

- Be inspired by the lasting impact a mentor had on Mak, highlighting the crucial practice of investing time for meaningful one-on-one conversations in the workplace.

- Explore the notion of keeping a short account in relationships, emphasizing the importance of not letting past mistakes overshadow the present and future bonds.

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Makeda Andrews is a leadership coach who guides first-time managers to navigate the common challenges and pitfalls that can make or break the critical transition from individual contributor to team leader.

Learn more about her and The New Manager Accelerator program at www.makedaandrews.com.

Visit her YouTube channel “MakTV” here: https://www.youtube.com/c/MakedaAndrews

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Jason Lauritsen is a dynamic keynote speaker and true thought leader in the world of work and employee engagement. He is dedicated to revolutionizing the way we Lead With Relationship™. He fearlessly challenges traditional norms to reshape the employee experience by consistently placing authentic human connection at the heart of leadership. Jason is the author of two books, Unlocking High Performance and Social Gravity.

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Unlocking High Performance
How leaders unlock performance by creating the conditions for people to do their best work
Unlocking High Performance is a podcast for leaders who want strong results without burning their people out in the process.

Hosted by Jason Lauritsen, the show explores how clarity, alignment, and connection shape performance at work. Jason draws from his work with CEOs, executive teams, and leaders to examine why work so often becomes heavier, slower, and more frustrating than it needs to be and how to fix it.

Some episodes are solo reflections. Others are conversations with leaders and practitioners navigating real constraints and consequences. Each conversation looks beyond tactics to understand the leadership and organizational conditions that make performance possible.

The podcast focuses on the systems that drive performance, not leadership theory or quick fixes. Listeners will walk away with a clearer understanding of how work actually gets done and how to build environments where people perform at their best.

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