S1 / Episode 2: Attitude Adjustment Part One

21/10/2025 12 min Temporada 1 Episodio 2

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Episode 2 | Attitude Adjustment with Merv, Mindy and Phill Battersby Inspired by Aerosmith and featuring our own CMO (+new resident guest expert), Phill Battersby navigates one of the most stressful moments in your career: the arrival of a new manager and that moment of dread uncertainty - not knowing how your new boss might handle your future.Phill calls it the 'Acquired vs Hired' scenario and it’s such a big topic that we’ve split the show into two parts. Today in part one, we're diving deep into Phill's advice for you, the existing team member; and later this season, in part two, Phill digs into the same topic, but from the new manager’s perspective.🔍 What you’ll learn from the employee’s perspective• To see change as a catalyst for growth, not a threat from above.• How early, critical conversation shows leadership & shapes futures.• Why attitude is a strategic tool, influencing perception and momentum.• How to manage stress, unlocking clarity to make better decisions.• How to pause before reacting, using 'ASKME' to avoid missteps.• To use feedback as a strategic tool, build trust and align goals.About our resident guest - Phill BattersbyPhill Battersby is our own fractional CMO and our first resident guest expert, focusing on all things marketing, enablement, innovation, transformation and navigating professional change. He also developed the ASKME Framework, a strategic tool designed to support individuals going through the changes discussed today. You can learn about it in the episode.Key Takeaways• The ASKME Framework: A powerful tool to assess your path forward.• Attitude is Your Boarding Pass: a positive attitude gets you noticed.• Value is Momentum: Managers notice those ready to engage. • Own Your Stage: Make a decisions that works for you on your terms.Final ThoughtsLike death and taxes, workplace and team changes are inevitable, but your response to that change is what will define your career trajectory. Use Phill’s insights to stay in control, add value, and thrive, not just survive under your new manager.How to watch:Go interactive on our websitehttps://themervandmindyshow.comOur YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/mervmindyyoutubeOur Podcast channels:Spotify https://tinyurl.com/mervmindyspotifyApple podcasts https://tinyurl.com/mervmindyappleAmazon Music https://tinyurl.com/mervmindyamazonYouTube Music https://tinyurl.com/mervmindyyoutubemusicJoin the show’s newsletterhttps://tinyurl.com/mervmindyformWant to be on the show? https://tinyurl.com/mervmindyformHugs, Merv & Mindy 💕#AttitudeAdjustment #ChangeManagement #CareerGrowth #WorkplaceDynamics #Leadership #ProfessionalDevelopment