8 APR 2024 · As we shift our focus from Leading the Self into Leading Others, on this episode Dr. Shari Dade sits down with Dr. Maurice Endsley. Dr. Endsley is currently serving as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program Manager for VA Northern California. He also serves in several roles to support the Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, including Co-Chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Resources Coordination Committee, as a Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion consultant. He is also a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Steering Committee member.    This episode is sure to inspire those who may be answering the call of leadership by crafting innovative needs-based programming or initiatives. Listen in as we embark on the journey of MisStepping into success and celebrate the leaders who plant the seeds of change and nurture them with resilience, determination, and unwavering dedication.    Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/TATF_S4E4.pdf =============================== Key Lessons:         - Listening for the needs, the feedback, and the is the pathway to success when developing a grassroots initiative.       - When leading others in grassroot initiatives be sure you are prioritizing your own self-care, especially when faced with significant challenges or opposition.      - Talk about your project with passion to create allies, building relationships, and sustain connections.  Please check out additional services here: https://dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHANationalCenterforOrganizationDevelopment

11 MAR 2024 · On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Dr. Christopher Watson. Dr. Watson is a psychologist who began his VA career in 1993, is the VISN 19 Chief Mental Health Officer and has been serving as the Acting Executive Director of the Veterans Crisis Line since late August 2023. He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, Division 18 (Public Practice section) of the American Psychological Association, and the VA Psychology Leaders group. He also regularly provides coaching and mentoring to mental health leaders across the organization, and he has an absolute passion for issues pertaining to diversity, equity, and inclusion. He has particularly demonstrated leadership in addressing systemic racism on the local and national level in VHA, providing numerous presentations and trainings related to diversity and inclusion. Listen in as Dr. Christopher Watson shares the impact insight has on effective leadership, both for the leader and their team. Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/TATF_S4E3.pdf =============================== Key Lessons: - Being an insightful leader takes work and courage, but it fosters trust, empathy, and authenticity within teams. - Leaders who are reflective can operate and communicate with clarity to others. - It’s important for leaders to use their influence to sponsor the growth and opportunities for others. Having enough insight to realize this does not take from your opportunities is integral. Please check out additional services here: https://dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHANationalCenterforOrganizationDevelopment

12 FEB 2024 · On this episode, Dr. Shari will be joined by Dr. Jacquelyn Paykel. Dr. Paykel holds the position of the Women’s Health Medical Director for the Tomah VA Medical Center. She also serves on the new VHA Physician Advocacy Council and is one of the developers of the THRIVE (Transforming Health and Resiliency through Integration of Values-based Experiences) whole health clinical program. Listen in as Dr. Jacquelyn Paykel discusses how leaders can move beyond defining success through numbers and metrics, but instead lean into thriving by leading themselves first! Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/TATF_S4E2.pdf =============================== Key Lessons: - The first step to burnout can be untamed passion. Be sure to take note of how your passion fills you and depletes you. - Take time to slow down and reflect on where you may be in the S Shape of your career and life. Journal to see where your values are and how you are integrating them into your work life. - Meaningful relationships at work impact your satisfaction, engagement, and susceptibility to burnout. - Enough is a word that’s available in our vocabulary! Please check out additional services here: https://dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHANationalCenterforOrganizationDevelopment

8 JAN 2024 · Hello and welcome to the 4th season of the Audacity to Fail Podcast, where we embrace the audacity of leading within our organization, when met with failure! On this Season Opener, Dr. Shari Dade will sit down with the podcast’s producer, Jan Johnson to invite you behind the mic for an intimate look into the creation, sustainment, and success of the show.  Listen in to a discussion focused on how to make positive waves in our organization through the creation and sustainment of innovative ideas, projects, and products! Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/TATF_S4E1.pdf =============================== Key Lessons: - Creation: When in the creation stage, take time to secure your team. Ask who may be a viable co-creator in your process. - Sustainment: Understand that it takes audacity to sustain long term impact and change within our organization. Be bold with your choices, however, keep your core in mind. - Success: Take time to express gratitude to those who have given life to your endeavors. Ask them for feedback and listen with an open ear and hands ready for action. Please check out additional services here: https://dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHANationalCenterforOrganizationDevelopment

10 OCT 2023 · On the Season 3 close out episode, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Dr. Maureen Marks! Dr. Marks began her VA career in 1992 as a psychology intern at the Cincinnati VAMC and was hired on as a permanent staff member in March 1996. Dr. Marks has served as Executive Director of the VHA National Center for Organization Development since January 2020. NCOD’s mission is to support leaders in creating highly engaged work environments, and it provides services across all of VA. She has been with NCOD since 2010 in various roles including Director of Organizational Health and Deputy Director. She served as Acting VHA Chief of Staff from May 2022 through June 2023. In this episode, Dr. Marks shares wisdom and insight into ways stretch assignments can take leaders out of their comfort zones, challenging them to reach beyond their current capabilities and acquire new skills. Whether you're a seasoned executive looking for your next big challenge or an emerging leader eager to climb to the next step on the career ladder you’re in for a treat because this episode will explore the powerful role that stretch assignments play in the growth and development of leaders. Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/TATF_S3E10.pdf =============================== Key Lessons: - If you are seeking a stretch assignment, be sure to have conversations that give you an understanding of what the role really is, what the vision for the role is, and if it is a vision that you care about. - If you find yourself terrified, then that's typically a good sign that you're about to step into something that's about to be an exciting adventure that you will really grow from. - For seasoned leaders who are questioning whether stretch assignments are what they need at this phase of their career, think about ways that you can be of service that you may have never considered before. Please check out additional services here: https://dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHANationalCenterforOrganizationDevelopment

11 SEP 2023 · On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade takes a moment to chat with Paul Harman. Paul is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been the Associate Chief of Staff for Mental Health at the Montana VA for 7 years, during this time he has held several details including the Eastern Colorado Healthcare System as their Acting Associate Chief of Staff for Mental Health and currently on detail to the Roseburg Healthcare System as their Acting Associate Chief of Staff for Mental Health. Listen in to a discussion on how leaders can become trauma informed and build workplaces that allow employees to thrive and provide the best care to our veterans. Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/TATF_S3E9.pdf =============================== Key Lessons: - Start building a healthy workplace by creating a workplace community based on people and their needs and experiences. - Trauma-informed leaders seek to look for factors within the system, structure, processes, and policies that may compound stress reactions for employees. - Check out VA Voices! Please check out additional services here: https://dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHANationalCenterforOrganizationDevelopment

14 AUG 2023 · On this episode of the Consultant Corner, you get a front row seat as podcast host, Dr. Shari N. Dade opens the VA Psychology Leadership Conference in San Antonio, Tx and shares how to begin becoming the audacious leader many of us hope to be! Listen in to the talk focused on helping leaders harness the Audacity to BE Uncertain, Relentless, and Authentic while on their leadership journey. Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/TATF_S3E8.pdf =============================== Key Lessons: Lessons of Uncertainty: - It’s important to remember: The beauty of uncertainty is INFINITE possibility. - Audacious living can transform panic into purpose. Relentlessness Actions: - Understand your Mission! - Understand your Hand! Authentic Reflections: - Know your value. Understand your worth. - Lean on each other – tell your peers how priceless they are! Please check out additional services here: https://dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHANationalCenterforOrganizationDevelopment

10 JUL 2023 · On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Dr. Maia Carter. Dr. Carter is the Director of Virtual Care Integration in the Office of Primary Care. In this role, she works to help implement and expand virtual tools throughout primary care services through the nation. As a TelePrimary Care Physician, Dr. Carter sees patients virtually throughout VISN 21. She is also the thought leader and host of the dynamic VA VLOG entitled “Let’s Talk Virtual Care” produced by the office primary care virtual care integration team. Listen in for a discussion on how leaders can experience some of the best professional development by looking into the face of fear and choosing to embrace it. Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/TATF_S3E7.pdf =============================== Key Lessons: - Sometimes you must remind yourself of your accomplishments to remind yourself that you are where you need to be. Check your resume! - Be sure to give yourself grace when leaping into situations that lead to fear. Work to establish your support team and your success circle to help you navigate the fear. - Focus on your get up and not your fall! Please check out additional services here: https://dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHANationalCenterforOrganizationDevelopment

12 JUN 2023 · On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Jessica Bonjorni. Ms. Bonjorni was appointed to the position of Chief, Human Capital Management, for the Office of Human Capital Management for the Veterans Health Administration in April 2020. In this capacity, Ms. Bonjorni leads the strategic integration of Workforce Management and Consulting; Institute for Leadership, Education, and Development; and the National Center for Organization Development to support the human capital systems for nearly 380,000 VHA employees and over 120,000 health professions trainees. In her role, Ms. Bonjorni provides guidance, information, and consultation to VHA Central Office components, VHA health care facilities, Veterans Integrated Service Networks, and external entities such as health professional organizations, Congress, and other Federal agencies. Listen in for a discussion on the importance of showing up authentically and candidly and how this can often inspire and engage your workforce in significant ways. Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/TATF_S3E6.pdf =============================== Key Lessons: - Take time to ask yourself the question, “What type of leader do I want to be?”. Actively work to become that leader. Challenge yourself and have to courage to act against any behaviors that conflict with the answer to that question. - Candid leaders have the confidence to be authentic in their spaces. Psychological safety is needed to create pathways for candidness. Confidence is often what we want but courage/audacity is the first step we need to get there. - We all have a responsibility to create candidness in the workplace! Please check out additional services here: https://dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHANationalCenterforOrganizationDevelopment

8 MAY 2023 · On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Dr. Adam Sumner a staff psychologist with the VISN 23 Clinical Resource Hub focusing on outpatient mental health in a rural setting. Dr. Sumner’s path to becoming a psychologist led through a variety of settings including community mental health, higher education, and now the VA for almost 7 years. He enjoys working in rural communities, health psychology, and the opportunity to serve Veterans. He also loves getting up way too early to go running, trying to stay upright on a gravel bike, watching the never-ending soap opera of English soccer, and coaching youth sports. Listen in for a discussion on the importance of juggling how to give, receive, and seek feedback to improve workplace relations and engagement. Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/TATF_S3E5.pdf =============================== Key Lessons: - Don’t expect to be an expert when it comes to giving, receiving, and seeking feedback – but do it anyway! - Lean into embracing the surprise-mind and allow yourself to be open, curious, and authentic in your reactions to feedback. - Use the 5:1 ratio – remember positive feedback and feedback focused on continuing behaviors is essential to behavior change and alignment. Please check out additional services here: https://dvagov.sharepoint.com/sites/VHANationalCenterforOrganizationDevelopment