Amazing Teams Podcast
We started this podcast because we love teams, especially amazing ones. Michael Jordan said it best, "Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships." This is what we're all about!
Our mission is to help others build amazing teams by having authentic conversations with remarkable people who are building amazing teams. We will explore the tactics, strategies, and frameworks that have helped them succeed.
Episodes
31 episodes
Taco Bytes: Recognition and Rewards are not the same thing
In this conversation, Una Japundza and Doug Dosberg explore the concept of rewards in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of intrinsic motivation over extrinsic incentives. They discuss the potential pitfalls of calculated rewards and the...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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22:00
On hiring for attitude, measuring outcomes vs tactics and human-first customer support with Lav Crnobrnja
Is your team culture prepared for the challenges of modern remote work?Lav Crnobrnja, co-founder and CEO of Vacation Tracker, shares his journey from building a leave management tool to scaling a fully remote, thriving startup. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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31:59
Taco Bytes: The importance of rituals in building teams
In this conversation, Una & Doug discuss the significance of rituals and habits in fostering a culture of gratitude within teams. They share various creative practices that teams have implemented to enhance appreciation and connection among...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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11:22
The Evolution of Remote Work with Sondre Rasch
How will countries function in a world without borders?Join Sondre Rasch, Co-Founder and CEO of SafetyWing, as he discusses building a global social safety net for the future of remote work. Sondre explores how evolving trends in remote ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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40:52
Taco Bytes: inside CultureCon - fanness and the future of employee engagement
KeywordsCultureCon, organizational culture, employee engagement, leadership, followership, networking, gratitude, team dynamics, company culture, motivational strategiesSummmaryIn this conversa...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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7:47
Feedback Loops and Trust Falls: A Designer's Approach to Building a Team
What does it take to build a culture of feedback that transforms teams and strengthens client relationships?Francesco Vetica, Head of Design and Employee Experience at Fifth Beat, joins the Amazing Teams podcast to share how his design a...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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35:36
Taco Bytes: Why you shouldn't trust engagement surveys
Join Una and Doug as they discuss insights from a recent webinar with Eddie Geller of SKOR, where they dive into why traditional employee engagement and pulse surveys may fall short in assessing and fostering company culture. Eddie's unique cul...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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7:59
On Leading Kids vs. Adults, Running Otus Without HR, and Building a Team of Developers and Teachers with Chris Hull
How can data and technology transform education while keeping the human connection alive?Chris Hull, Co-founder and President of Otus, joins the podcast to discuss his journey from a seventh-grade social studies teacher to leading an edt...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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34:13
Taco Bytes: myths and facts about workplace happiness
In this episode, Doug and Una dive into the myths and facts surrounding happiness at work. They challenge common beliefs, revealing that workplace happiness goes beyond perks like free snacks and ping pong tables. Instead, they emphasize purpos...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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6:26
Why Learning is the Key to Building Your Team (and How to Make it Not Suck) with Lisa Lie
How can companies inspire a culture of proactive learning?In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast, Doug and Una welcome Lisa Lie, founder of Learna, to discuss the transformative role of pro...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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31:07
Taco Bytes: Is unlimited PTO a trap?
In this conversation, Doug and Una discuss the concept of unlimited PTO (Paid Time Off) and its implications in the workplace. They explore whether unlimited PTO is a trap or a beneficial policy, with Doug expressing skepticism about its effect...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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7:37
From Startup to 250 Employees: The Power of Culture at Limble with Bryan Christiansen
Why should companies prioritize culture in growth? In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast, Doug and Una chat with Bryan Christiansen, founder and CEO of Limble, a B2B SaaS company focused on maintenance management. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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33:03
Taco Bytes: Living your company values, actually.
In this short Taco Byte, Doug and Una chat about whether software tools are the answer to reinforcing company values, the role of leadership in living the values and how HeyTaco was designed to encourage meaningful and intrinsic value recogniti...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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7:49
Let’s Talk Comp (Without the Corporate Snooze-Fest): Fair Pay, Transparency, and What Really Matters with Lola Han
Why should companies rethink compensation strategies? In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast, hosts Doug and Una sit down with Lola Han, founder and CEO of Kamsa, a company dedicated to helping businesses create data-driven co...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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35:47
Season One’s Unmissable Moments - E16
In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast, Doug and Una reflect on the journey since the podcast's inception in September 2023. Having interviewed 15 diverse guests, including entrepreneurs, founders, coaches, and team leads, Doug and Una sh...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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24:20
Ending with a Question, How to Measure Culture & 3 Things You Can Do Today to Affect It | Eddie Geller - E15
What are the 3 Cs of Culture, and how can you effectively employ them in your organization? Doug and Una dig into cohesion, clarity, and courage with Eddie Geller, founder and CEO of SKOR, a company focused on measuring and improving corporate ...
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33:02
Yes, And… to Better Teams! How Improv Games Boost Confidence and Connection | Jordan Hirsch & Sarah Filman - E14
Have you considered using improv techniques to improve communication within your organization? After this episode with Jordan Hirsch and Sarah Filman, you’ll want to! Sarah is the Founder of Playful Perspectives, and with experience as a produc...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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34:40
Forget Compliance—Build a Culture of Buy-In & How to Engineer Real Engagement | Aaron Schmookler - E13
Is your organization keeping up with the company culture revolution? Aaron Schmookler is on a mission to engineer healthy company cultures through his company, YesWorks. As CEO of YesWorks, a consulting firm specializing in training and support...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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33:03
How Giving Back Brings Your Team Together: The Power of Shared Experiences | Jason Piasecki - E12
Did you know that a die-hard baseball fan and CEO of a marketing agency took his team on a 24-hour marketing marathon to give back to the community? But here's the unexpected twist: this CEO's team-building strategy involves not just typical te...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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32:36
From West Point to Industry, Using Empathy and Discipline to Lead, | Steve Hedrick - E11
This week we sat down for a chat with Steve Hedrick, Chairman, President, and CEO of AVN Corporation, right in the heart of South Charleston, West Virginia. Now, Steve's not your average CEO. He's got this cool mix of petrochemical savvy and mi...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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33:23
The Coach’s Playbook: Serve Up Success by Fostering Team Values | Malia Shoji - E10
Malia Shoji, the head volleyball coach at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, really dives deep into what it takes to build a successful team. She talks about how important it is to have strong connections among team members, a commitment to g...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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36:30
Translating Sports Team Principles to the Business World | Lloyd Fobi - E9
Hey friends! Recently, we had the pleasure of chatting with Lloyd Fobi, a senior technology leader and former soccer coach. Lloyd brings a wealth of insight on building empathy and trust within teams. We kick things off talking about Lloyd's le...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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36:32
‘The Swing’, What Gives a Team the Edge and How to Start a Movement | Liz Hofreuter - E8
Liz is the head of Wheeling Country Day School, an independent private school in Wheeling, West Virginia, established in 1929, almost 100 years ago. She’s also the founder of EDGE. which is a virtual and campus based tutoring center that specia...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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31:32
How to Engage, Give Back and Have Fun with a Fully Distributed Team | Brad Williams - E7
Brad Williams is the CEO and Co-Founder of WebDevStudios, a WordPress website design and development agency. His company of over 40 people has done work for Microsoft, Campbell’s Soup Company, Starbucks, and so many more. Work like this can onl...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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33:31
Organizational Feedback Loops, Working with Me Guide, Open Door Quitting Policy, and Transitioning from Contributor to Leader | Chris Coffey - E6
Chris Coffey is the Head of Engineering at CollegeVine, which is a networking platform for connecting high school students with colleges and advisors. After working as a software engineer, Chris transitioned into management where he has learned...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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40:55
