In this episode of Transform Your Workplace, host Brandon Laws wraps up his conversation with Josh Durham, founder of Gamut Project Solutions, on the Foundational Five framework for leadership and growth. Josh reflects on lessons from his years in commercial construction and emphasizes the importance of “daring greatly” by embracing failure and taking thoughtful, measured risks. With insights on fostering psychological safety and building with purpose, this episode offers practical tools for anyone looking to lead boldly, build meaningful relationships, and create lasting impact.

TAKEAWAYS

• Embracing failure as a gift and learning opportunity is essential for growth.
• Taking thoughtful, measured risks can drive personal and professional transformation.
• Creating psychological safety is crucial for fostering high-performing teams in any organization.
• Leaders should act with purpose and intention, mapping out meaningful journeys for themselves and their teams.
• Mastering one’s craft requires continuous learning and avoiding repeated mistakes.
• Spreading goodwill generously and maintaining a positive approach can create lasting impact, even during challenges.
• Being both the hero and guide in one’s own life involves taking ownership rather than falling into victim or villain roles.

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This podcast episode discusses balancing workplace flexibility with accountability. HR expert Nicole Blevins addresses how managers can handle situations where employees use flexible work arrangements while maintaining performance standards. She emphasizes the importance of clear communication, regular performance discussions, and addressing issues promptly rather than letting them fester.

TAKEAWAYS

• Regular performance conversations and clear expectations upfront prevent flexibility-related issues from becoming major problems later.
• For exempt employees, flexibility should be judged based on work completion and quality rather than specific hours worked.
• When cultural issues arise around flexibility, managers should focus on addressing individual employee concerns rather than comparing employees to each other

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🔊 Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, sponsored by Xenium HR 🎙️

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About Xenium HR

Xenium HR is on a mission to transform workplaces by providing expert outsourced HR and payroll services for small and medium-sized businesses. With a people-first approach, Xenium helps organizations create thriving work environments where employees feel valued and supported. From navigating compliance to enhancing workplace culture, Xenium offers tailored solutions that empower growth and simplify HR. Whether managing employee relations, payroll processing, or implementing impactful training programs, Xenium is the trusted partner businesses rely on to elevate their workplace experience. Discover how Xenium can transform your workplace: Learn more

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In this episode of Transform Your Workplace, Matt Norman, author of Lead with Influence: A Proven Process to Lead Without Authority, shares how influence is a skill — one that requires intention, practice, and vulnerability to master. Norman highlights the power of showing up deliberately in relationships, tackling root causes instead of symptoms, and making consistent "deposits" of trust. Tune in for insights on shifting from reactive habits to intentional influence, no matter your title or authority.

TAKEAWAYS

• Influence is a skill that can be intentionally practiced and developed over time.

• Understanding the root cause of challenges is more effective than addressing surface-level symptoms.

• Building trust requires consistent “deposits” through appreciation, generosity, and vulnerability.

• Intentionality in relationships can shift patterns and foster deeper connections.

• Small actions, like listening actively or staying engaged, can prevent others from going into “self-protect mode.”

• Vision and purpose help elevate work beyond tasks to a meaningful collective goal.

• Influence grows when leaders focus on relationships, trust, and the bigger picture.

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🔊 Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, sponsored by Xenium HR 🎙️

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his own words: “The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders.

About Xenium HR

Xenium HR is on a mission to transform workplaces by providing expert outsourced HR and payroll services for small and medium-sized businesses. With a people-first approach, Xenium helps organizations create thriving work environments where employees feel valued and supported. From navigating compliance to enhancing workplace culture, Xenium offers tailored solutions that empower growth and simplify HR. Whether managing employee relations, payroll processing, or implementing impactful training programs, Xenium is the trusted partner businesses rely on to elevate their workplace experience. Discover how Xenium can transform your workplace: Learn more

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