Give Your Team a Brain Bump

TTB episode 45 Give Your Team a Brain Bump Episode
Ep. 45:
Give Your Team a Brain Bump

In this episode, I welcome the author of The Career Toolkit, Mark Herschberg, an expert in leadership and career development. We talk about the myths surrounding soft skills, challenging the notion that they are innate talents rather than learned abilities. Mark says  assuming these skills can’t be taught isn’t correct.

He provides practical advice for business leaders seeking to promote growth within their teams and emphasizes the importance of recognizing the unique skill sets required for different roles. Mark introduces a novel approach to continuous learning through the Brain Bump app, ensuring key insights from podcasts, books, and talks are readily accessible for daily reinforcement.

Mark has a wealth of actionable strategies, from creating peer learning groups to the critical art of managing expectations during transitions. This episode serves as a compass for leaders navigating the often-overlooked realm of soft skills development, paving the way for a workforce that thrives on adaptability and continual improvement.

Episode Highlights:

[01:37] The biggest myth about soft skills.

[03:09] How to build any skill as a habit.

[05:11] The practice of skill-building should include coaching and feedback.

[07:45] More management training is needed for soft skills.

[09:15] How to set skill growth expectations.

[11:05] Look back at your own journey to see how you can help.

[12:19] Perspective of the employee will affect trainability.

[14:05] What kind of expectations should we set for training?

[15:50] Warning signs of the wrong employee or the wrong coaching.

[17:00] Create an environment with an open mindset for learning.

[19:42] Mark’s book The Career Toolkit and app Brain Bump.

[22:32] How the app can help you retain information and use it when it’s needed.

[24:28] The biggest takeaways.

Connect with Mark Herschberg:

The Career Toolkit Book: https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com/

The Free Brain Bump App: https://brainbumpapp.com/

If you found this episode insightful, don’t forget to rate, follow, share, and leave a review. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.

About the Host

Ryan Englin is passionate about supporting blue collar companies to build amazingly productive companies by hiring the right people. Growing up, he saw his own father working 12-hour shifts and weekends as an owner/operator, witnessing firsthand the struggles that these companies have in hiring quality frontline employees.

His company, Core Matters, provides coaching and training on attracting, hiring, and retaining rock star employees. Using his proven process, the Core Fit Hiring System, small and midsize businesses learn how to start hiring better people, faster.

- Ryan Englin | CEO

You May Also Like

Episode 80
RJ Burr Headshot
RJ Burr
President & CEO | Panex

Learn about the importance of hiring the right team and creating a positive business culture for success.

Episode 79
Jonathan Klemm
Jonathan Klemm
Founder | Quality Builders

Leverage technology, mentorship, and strong subcontractor partnerships to drive growth in the construction industry.

Episode 78
Nik & Zach
Nik Dixon and Zach VanDyke
Owners | New Era Construction

Learn about overcoming construction challenges, valuing skilled labor, and building a positive work culture.

Subscribe to Our Podcast

Click Below to Subscribe on Your Preferred Podcast Platform

Free eBook:
How to Hire the Ones You Won’t Want to Fire

Learn the secrets to better interviews so you always hire the right people the first time in this comprehensive 66-page eBook that’s a must-read for anyone who hires.

How to Hire

Unlock Your Company’s Hiring Potential: Take The Recruiting Roadblocks Quiz