The Human-Savvy Podcast
The Human-Savvy Podcast
Podcast Description
In this podcast, leaders worldwide can learn how to develop their emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills and... "speak Human". In each episode, Dr Liv Oginska - an international speaker, psychologist, veterinary surgeon and emotional intelligence expert - meets Dr Emma McConnell - a specialist in Equine Medicine, university lecturer, and entrepreneur - and they answer questions about the people-related leadership challenges that were sent to Human-Savvy from leaders around the globe. Dr Liv shares practical advice on managing challenging team dynamics and showing up as charismatic, highly emotionally skilled leaders and managers. Dr Emma brings in the leader's perspective, asks deepening questions, and shares her experience of being a manager in both a large organisation and a start-up.Listeners will learn how to bolster team performance and create trust, create sustainable careers, navigate conflicts between coworkers, manage incivility and so much more. Tune in to get the support that you deserve and take your leadership skills to the next level!
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The podcast focuses on themes of emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, and effective leadership, with episodes covering topics like handling negativity within teams and fostering psychological safety. For example, Episode 1 addresses strategies for managing a team member's consistent unhappiness and includes practical tools like downloadable guides.
In this podcast, leaders worldwide can learn how to develop their emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills and… “speak Human”.
In each episode, Dr Liv Oginska – an international speaker, psychologist, veterinary surgeon and emotional intelligence expert – meets Dr Emma McConnell – a specialist in Equine Medicine, university lecturer, and entrepreneur – and they answer questions about the people-related leadership challenges that were sent to Human-Savvy from leaders around the globe.
Dr Liv shares practical advice on managing challenging team dynamics and showing up as charismatic, highly emotionally skilled leaders and managers. Dr Emma brings in the leader’s perspective, asks deepening questions, and shares her experience of being a manager in both a large organisation and a start-up.
Listeners will learn how to bolster team performance and create trust, create sustainable careers, navigate conflicts between coworkers, manage incivility and so much more.
Tune in to get the support that you deserve and take your leadership skills to the next level!
In this episode, we answer a letter from an introvert who stepped into a role created specifically to manage strong-willed, independent professionals, and our listener suddenly finds herself struggling with assertiveness and accountability.
Through practical advice and actionable strategies, Dr Liv and Dr Emma explore how to bridge the expertise gap while still commanding respect.
(click here to contact / learn more about Dr Liv Oginska >>> )
(click here to contact / learn more about Dr Emma McConnell >>>
In this episode, you'll discover:
- why understanding your team deeply must precede any attempts at change
- how to communicate with conviction even when you doubt yourself
- specific phrases that can transform how your directives are received.
The episode highlights a powerful metaphor: effective leaders sometimes need to be ”loud ambulances on a mission” – creating temporary discomfort in service of a greater purpose that everyone understands and values. We examine common communication pitfalls that undermine authority and provide alternative approaches that inspire collaboration rather than resistance.
Whether you're managing specialists, subject matter experts, or simply a team that's been doing things their way for years, this conversation offers a roadmap for leading with confidence when you lack technical expertise.
Listen now to transform how you approach leadership in unfamiliar territory and turn your outsider perspective into your greatest strength.
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Do YOU have any questions for Human-Savvy?
Are you a leader or professional in need of advice on interpersonal dynamics, team leadership, or other related areas? We are here to help you!
Please send your letter to [email protected] with the title ”Dear Human-Savvy…” and we promise to fully anonymise it and record an episode entirely devoted to tackling your challenge!
Also, we deeply value your feedback. Please email us your thoughts, ideas and suggestions to [email protected] or follow and message Dr Liv on LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-liv-oginska-53b345200
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