Join our host, Christine Courtney, as she dives into real-life scenarios of workplace dynamics with our expert guests, Erika Petrelli Bayh and Tom Armstrong.

In this special summertime episode, we tackle a challenging scenario with "John" — a senior developer who's been interrupting colleagues and creating a tense atmosphere in team meetings. How do you approach a productive conversation with John to foster better team collaboration and innovation? Erika and Tom share their invaluable strategies and insights into navigating this tricky situation.

But that’s not all! Stay tuned for our lightning round where Christine puts Erika and Tom on the spot with rapid-fire leadership questions. Can they beat their record and bring even more valuable advice to the table?

Whether you’re soaking up the sun on a beach or enjoying a break in your backyard, tune in for this "beach read" version of leadership coaching that’s perfect for summer.

And if you’re craving a deeper dive, don’t forget to check out our previous 35 episodes for more comprehensive discussions.

**Key Takeaways:**

- How to address unconstructive behavior in team meetings

- Creative methods to ensure equitable participation

- The importance of defining hostile behavior in HR terms

- Using AI tools like ChatGPT for practicing difficult conversations

Join the conversation and step up your leadership game with Christine, Erika, and Tom. Hit play now and transform your team dynamics one scenario at a time!

Have your own workplace conundrum? Send in your scenarios to podcast@tlpnyc.com to be featured in future episodes as Tatiana compiles listener experiences for our guests to solve.

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