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#1 in the 7-Part Mini-Series "Building Your Model"

Sarah Hill and I talk about what model building is and why you would take it on. Hear Sarah talk about her model for leading change in teams from the perspective of a coach. Your model may have not be clearly articulated yet. But when you’re ready to undertake the work of model building and building your own model, remember that on the other side of that process is clarity and confidence in navigating discourse, difference, challenges, and places where you like your work and where you need more balance.

#2 in the 7-Part Mini-Series “Building Your Model”

TeamCatapult talks about the collective leadership journey we’ve shared over the past two years. You’ll hear how real and vulnerable dialogue led them to a walk-your-talk conversation. We genuinely hope it will spark ideas for how you might engage with your own teams.

How To Read the Room and Change the Outcome – Guest Appearance

Watch this video with Marsha Acker as she explores the use of Structural Dynamics for learning to ‘read the room’ using four elements for all face-to-face communication. Aired on youtube on March 1, 2023.

#3 in the 7-Part Mini-Series “Building Your Model”

We’re joined today by guest Tony Melville and he’s sharing his personal journey of model building. We cover a range of topics. How do you carve out personal development time as a senior leader? How do you lead change? What are some of the benefits to knowing yourself and your model for leading? And how can that serve you when you’re leading in high stakes? Because let’s face it, leadership is a high-stakes activity.

#4 in the 7-Part Mini-Series “Building Your Model”

We’re joined today by guest Monica Manning and I am blown away by the work that Monica’s doing around social justice and helping people find their voice and the role that dialogue plays in her model for leading change.

Facilitation Toolbox Conference – Guest Appearance on Agile to Agility

Marsha Acker, CEO of Team Catapult returns to this podcast! Hear about Marsha’s journey and share in the launch of her latest book: Build your Model for Leading Change. Marsha and Bill Raymond discuss essential topics you will learn a variety of insights about the four types of models and ways to build your model.

#5 in the 7-Part Mini-Series “Building Your Model”

Glenn Sigl and and Marsha explorea key aspect of his leadership model around embracing difference. Difference is what raises the stakes for us. When we encounter differences, we are in the territory of stakes-raising themes and triggers, and if they remain invisible to us and to others, it is the source of what can lead us to our most unhelpful and hurtful behavior in a moment of crisis or pressure.

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In your model of leadership, are you a leader of people or for people? Claire Radley has a very clear, distinct answer to that question and it’s part of her model for leadership. You’ll hear more about Claire’s model for leadership and change and how she works with model clash and conflict to transform them to create new possibilities. Learn how she works with leadership teams and organizations to help them build their model for change.

#7 in the 7-Part Mini-Series “Building Your Model”

Exceptional Leadership Emerges at the Intersection of Authenticity, Passion, and Results – Guest Appearance

In this episode, Marsha describes how you can build your own model for leadership. exceptional leadership emerges at the intersection of authenticity, passion, and results.Marsha firmly believes that everyone possesses the potential to become an exceptional leader. She encourages her clients to define and achieve their next level of growth, assisting leaders in building collaborative teams that are quick to take action. She encourages individuals to bring their whole selves to work, pursue their passions, and make a positive difference. This approach creates leaders whom others willingly follow. First aired on June 16, 2023.

The Importance of Conversation in Leadership and Change – Guest Appearance

Marsha focuses on the key-takeaways that leaders should take the time to hear different viewpoints, even if it may be a lot of work; it can shape and shift the thinking of all parties involved. It leads to a shared understanding of the business picture. No one person can have the full picture, and it’s valuable for everyone to hear one another’s perspectives. Structural language is key to analyze conversations and help leaders to understand what is happening when individuals feel like change is being done to them and that their voice doesn’t matter. Effective leaders listen fand prompt for more voice. First aired on July 19, 2023

Innovation Meets Leadership – Guest Appearance

Podcast host Natalie Born talks to Marsha Acker, as they walk through how the skilled facilitator identifies hidden dynamics in conversations and guide participants towards actionable outcomes. Marsha emphasizes that following good facilitation principles in meetings is crucial for success, even without a facilitator present, to avoid wasted time, lack of clarity, and missed opportunities. The conversation centers around the cost of repeated and unproductive meetings in organizations. Facilitation is a skill that takes practice and maturity, and staying present and curious when things get difficult is key to successful meetings. First aired on April 23, 2023.

Change Your Company Alame Podcast “Facilitative Leadership – Guest Appearance”

Marsha sits with Dr. Fouad M. Alame to focus on the many aspects of leadership and particularly facilitative stance. It’s an inspiring and empowering conversation in leading organizational development in the corporate world. First aired on June 16, 2023

Key to Leading Sustainable Change – Guest Appearance

Dr. Elena Paweta talks with Marsha about the sustainablility of leading change. What is sounds like and what it doesn’t. Afterall, if change isn’t sustainable and if leaders aren’t open to it, how do we thrive in organizations to adapt to change? First aired on July 10, 2023

Planners on Purpose “Leadership Insights” – Guest Appearance

Hosted by Naomi Tucker, Marsha shares her leadership tips and expertise with her as they dig through some event industry challenges. Some key points include: Come together to create lasting change and leadership is the art of engaging with others in a way that helps us all be the best version of ourselves. First aired on August 18, 2023.

Becoming Your Best – Guest Appearance

In this episode, Steve Shallenberger meets up with Marsha Acker to discuss how to identify and crack down on stuck patterns of communication that get in the way of performing at the highest level. Aired on August 29, 2023.

Corporate CPR – Guest Appearance

Jana Axline interviews Marsha as they address topics that are vital to corporate success. The concept of a “front page crisis,” is where leaders must deal with high-stakes situations and receive feedback from employees that becomes public news. This emphasizes the importance of effective leadership during critical moments. Communication Styles Matter: “Structural dynamics” can be a framework for understanding communication styles, including power, affect, and meaning. Aired on September 27, 2023.

Understanding Communication Structure To Effect Positive Change – Product Momentum Guest Appearance

In this episode of Product Momentum, Paul Gebel and Marsha go deep on the topic of communication and leadership, exploring the structure of our communication and the role it plays in effecting personal and organizational change. Aired on October 3, 2023

Tech Lead Journal – Guest Appearance

Henry Suryawirawan and Marsha discuss building our own model for leadership and leading change. Sharing the concept of a model and some of the common challenges for organizations in making changes. Marsha outlined what we can do to achieve more effective communication. Aired on October 9, 2023

From Communication Breakdowns to Breakthroughs – Profitable Happiness Guest Appearance

Ever wonder why communication breakdowns seem to be a perpetual cycle in organizations? Marsha highlights how to initiate the solution from within ourselves just by ‘reading the room’ and by identifying when we’re stuck in an endless loop of redundant conversations. Aired on October 18, 2023.

Change Management Review – Guest Appearance

Change is both inevitable and necessary for a team or organization to grow and evolve, but creating healthy, sustainable and effective change is complicated and often a challenge in today’s workplace. Being a leader who affects true change takes a great amount of preparation, skill-building, and support for one’s overall health and well-being. Aired on October 24, 2023.

Stronger Business Podcast #2 – Guest Appearance

Leadership Development Pt2.

Chad Browne, a devoted host, leader in his community, and CEO of his tax firm recently purchased Marsha’s insightful book. You’ll hear how Marsha uses Chad’s journey as a prime example of leadership development done right! Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just starting on your leadership journey, Marsha Acker’s wisdom will empower you to enhance your skills and make a positive impact. Aired on October 27, 2023.

Building Better Cultures – Guest Appearance

The Leadership Edge: Mastering Communication & Connection

Scott McInnes, founder of Inspiring Change, and Marsha dive into the complexities of leadership, effective communication within teams, and self-awareness challenges. They discuss the significant shift from individual to systemic thinking, shedding light on the growing popularity of team coaching. Aired on November 23, 2023.

Build a Vibrant Culture – Guest Appearance

Leading Change with Clarity and Confidence.

How can developing a model for leading change impact your leadership? Nicole Greer and Marsha dove deep into the essence of leadership and the pivotal role of developing your personal model for leading change. Aired on January 4, 2024.

Agile Innovation Leaders, Part 1 – Guest Appearance

Marsha and Ula Ojiaku talked about process-centred versus people-centred transformation and the differences and where each one might be considered. Even if you are biased towards the people-centred focus, there is a place for process and how you might go about implementing a behavioural led change. Aired on January 7, 2024.

Agile Innovation Leaders, Part 2 – Guest Appearance

In Part 2, Marsha talks about having effective conversations, functional self awareness…and what all that means. Listen to how one can articulate one’s own model for change, and the need for getting collective alignments. Aired on January 21, 2024.

Unveiling The Secrets Of Leading Change – Guest Appearance

As a guest on Deep Leadership podcast, hosted by Jon S. Rennie, Marsha shares insights from her extensive experience in organizational transformation and collective intelligence. Aired on March 9, 2024.

Women in Leadership – Guest Appearance

Women in Leadership, host AnnMarie Cross, talks with Marsha about How to Lead Change, in an organization. Bonus: “jump to” salient points are noted in the transcript like self-awareness and reflecting on behavior (yourself and others). Aired in January 2024.

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