379: Influence Without Authority and More Questions, with Bonni Stachowiak

Bonni Stachowiak: Teaching in Higher Ed

Bonni Stachowiak is the host of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast, a professor of business and management at Vanguard University, and my life partner. Prior to her academic career, Bonni was a human resources consultant and executive officer for a publicly traded company. She joins me monthly to respond to listener questions.

Listener Questions

• Samantha asked about what to do if you have a problem employee that is affecting the team.
• Pat asked about how to show respect for difficult work while also setting clear boundaries for ethical behavior.
• Ashish asked about using buzzwords and complexity vs. keeping language simple.
• Craig wanted to know how to influence people whom you have no direct control.

Resources Mentioned

• Theory in Practice* by Chris Argyris
• Temple Grandin
• Double-loop learning
• Team of Teams* by General Stanley McChrystal

Related Episodes

• What Search Dogs Can Teach You About Engagement (episode 25)
• Use Power for Good and Not Evil (episode 254)
• How to Challenge Directly and Care Personally (episode 302)
• Five Steps to Hold People Accountable (episode 306)
• Executive Presence with Your Elevator Speech (episode 316)

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