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Conflict Management Episodes

Sept. 16, 2025

Manipulative Leadership: When Positivity Becomes a Weapon

Bonus Episode # 97: Ever wonder if your relentless optimism is actually harming your team? Drawing from Mita Mallik's Harvard Business Review article "Does your Boss Practice Toxic Positivity," this eye-opening episode explores how excessive positivity can become a manipulative weapon in the workplace. Find the article here: "Does Your Boss Practice Toxic Positivity?" The line between motivation and manipulation is thinner than we think. When leaders push unrealistic goals without providing ad...
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Jan. 23, 2024

Interview with Mark McMillion - A Discussion on Growing Our Leadership and Mastering Conflict Management

Discover the leadership secrets that can transform your team from functioning to phenomenal as I'm joined by retired Lieutenant Colonel Mark McMillian. With a storied 22-year military career and a passion for coaching as the founder of McMillion Leadership Associates, Mark offers a wealth of knowledge on the importance of clear communication and defined expectations. Our conversation is a treasure trove for anyone looking to inspire and guide teams to greatness, especially in high-press...