Leadership & Learning w/Dr. JBT

About Leadership & Learning w/Dr. JBT

Welcome to the Leadership and Learning podcast with Dr. JBT, where we dive deep into the art of leadership for emerging and advancing leaders. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, this podcast is your go-to resource. We'll explore real-world scenarios, actionable solutions, and expert advice, with insights drawn from Jamie's own experiences and interviews with seasoned leaders. If you're serious about growing as a leader, you've come to the right place.

Publisher

Dr. Jamie Brownlee-Turgeon

Category

business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 May 2025

Latest episode

29 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

58 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Sept 2026

   Self-reflection for Leaders: A Practical Framework

   Episode Summary Most leaders know they should reflect. But knowing and doing it well are two very different things. In this episode, Dr. JBT shares the story of a leader who gets reflection wrong in two opposite ways: getting stuck in self-criticism or rushing past the learning entirely. She then offers a practical three-zone framework for reflecting well because reflection isn't the pause that slows you down. It's the pause that makes everything after it better. What You'll Learn Why even high-achieving leaders tend to get reflection wrong in one of two ways The difference between rumination and real reflection A three-zone framework for moving through reflection with purpose Three simple practices to build healthy reflection into your leadership rhythm The Three Zones of Healthy Reflection Zone 1: The Observation Zone — See clearly. Be a witness to yourself, not a prosecutor. Gather the facts without judgment. Key question: "What actually happened, just the facts?" Zone 2: The Learning Zone — Get curious. Ask what the experience is trying to teach you about how you lead. Key question: "If a leader I admired had been in this situation, what might they have done differently?" Zone 3: The Forward Zone — Reflect forward. What will I do differently? When can I practice it? Who can I tell to make it real? This Week's Action Step Notice which zone you tend to get stuck in — are you a ruminator or a rusher? Then build one reflection practice into your week. Even five minutes a day closes the gap between experience and growth. Enjoyed this episode? Share it with a leader who needs to hear it and subscribe so you never miss an episode.

2. 

   31 Aug 2026

   Performance Evaluations: Outdated? what Generation Z needs and expects

   Are Annual Performance Reviews Outdated? Are annual performance reviews still the best way to manage employee performance and professional development? In this episode of Leadership & Learning with Dr. JBT, Dr. JBT examines how performance management, employee feedback, and leadership development need to evolve for today's workplace. Traditional annual performance reviews were designed for a time when workplace communication moved much more slowly. Today's employees, especially Gen Z employees entering the workforce, are accustomed to immediate, personalized feedback and increasingly expect the same from their managers and leaders. So, should organizations abandon the annual performance review? Not necessarily. But leaders may need to stop expecting one annual evaluation to accomplish what should be happening throughout the year. Dr. JBT shares a practical approach to fostering a culture of continuous feedback and employee development through regular one-on-one conversations, role-specific competencies, mentoring, personalized professional development, and clear career goals. In This Leadership Podcast Episode You'll learn: Why traditional annual performance reviews may no longer meet the needs of today's workforce How Gen Z is changing expectations around workplace feedback The difference between performance evaluation and employee development Why continuous feedback can improve employee growth and performance How managers can provide meaningful feedback during regular one-on-one meetings Why employee competencies should reflect specific roles, career levels, and professional goals The Leadership Question What if the goal isn't to create a better annual performance review? What if the goal is to lead and provide feedback so consistently throughout the year that the annual review simply confirms what you and your employee already know? Great performance management isn't a once-a-year conversation. Employee growth happens through consistent feedback, coaching, mentoring, and leadership throughout the year. 🎙️ Leadership & Learning with Dr. JBT explores practical leadership strategies, professional development, organizational culture, employee engagement, and lessons for becoming a more effective leader.

3. 

   21 Aug 2026

   Inclusive Leadership In Complex Times: Interview with Emmanuel Hyppolite

   Dr. JBT interviews Emmanuel P. Hyppolite on fostering inclusive leadership by prioritizing listening, empathy, and diverse perspectives during complex organizational challenges.

Who has been a guest on Leadership & Learning w/Dr. JBT

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• Emmanuel P Hyppolite
• Dr Paul Turgeon
• Lindsay Powell
• Sharon Ayala

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