Dr. Ernesto Morales discusses evidence-based research for accessible airports and airplanes, emphasizing co-design, sensory needs, and the need for accountability in aviation accessibility.

In episode 61 of the Happy Space Podcast, I spoke with Dr. Ernesto Morales, Full Professor at Université Laval, about two federally funded projects on accessible aviation in Canada. One focuses on airport accessibility, while the other addresses aircraft lavatories. Ernesto shares how involving 72 participants with diverse disabilities through walking interviews and mockups helped surface nuanced barriers and identify improvements. We also discuss the challenges of coordination between stakeholders, the need for sensory-friendly spaces, and the importance of dignity in travel. Ernesto stresses the value of co-design and inclusive research methods, calling for regulatory clarity and deeper accountability in delivering equitable air travel experiences.

Ernesto Morales studied architecture and finished a Masters’ Degree in Industrial Design in Mexico City. He obtained a grant from the Government of Mexico to study his Ph.D. in Design at the Faculté de l’aménagement, of the University of Montreal. He did his first post doc in “Environmental Gerontology” at the Research Centre from the Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal and a second post-doc at the Research Centre for Innovation in Health Care at Utrecht, the Netherlands on “Healing Environments”. He is Full Professor at the School of Rehabilitation Sciences of the Faculty of Medicine at the Universté Laval and he is a Researcher at the Centre interdisciplinaire de recherche en réadaptation et intégration sociale in Quebec City. He is also a member of the Quebec government's Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Safety of Buildings for Persons with Disabilities. His research interests fall into the following areas: Inclusive design and adaptation of the physical environment. Design solutions to improve the quality of life of people with permanent or temporary disabilities (either cognitive, motor or sensory) in terms of objects, home spaces or urban design. Working and care environments in health institutions (acute and long-term care) and accessibility in emergency situations.

CHAPTERS

[00:00] Meeting Ernesto Morales and Project Overview

[02:00] Walking Interviews at Airports

[04:00] Designing Solutions Collaboratively

[06:00] Challenges in Airport Coordination

[08:00] Public and Private Reporting

[09:00] Ernesto’s Personal Motivation

[11:00] Co-Design as a Core Practice

[13:00] From Heritage Sites to Airports

[14:00] Merging Qualitative and Quantitative Data

[16:00] Why Canada is Leading in Accessibility

[18:00] Federal and Ministry Involvement

[20:00] Autism, Sensory Input, and Airport Design

[23:00] Stress at Security Checkpoints

[26:00] Benefits of Hidden Disability Lanyards

[28:00] Advertising and Sensory Overload

[30:00] Sensory Zones, Not Just Rooms

[33:00] Washroom Accessibility and Service Dogs

[36:00] Dignity in Air Travel

[38:00] Future Reports and Timelines

[39:00] Centralizing Responsibility for Accessibility

[41:00] Systemic Change Through Procurement and Training

LINKS

Rick Hansen Accessibility Certification

Accessibility Standards Canada

Airports

Quebec City

Calgary Airport

Ernesto’s Website

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

LOGO - Hidden Disabilities Sunflower

Plane Mockup Photos - Ernesto Morales

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard Pictures - Clare Kumar

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity exploring how we can invite the richest contribution from all through improvements in design and culture. She works bottom-up - coaching individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and top-down – working with leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube. And look for the Shorts playlist for clips.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

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CREDITS

Creator, Host - Clare Kumar

Show Producer - Rafael Dona

Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi / wataboi

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Ivan Berazhny, Senior lecturer at Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences and accessibility advocate, shares how INCLAVI, an EU-funded initiative, equips aviation professionals with certified training to better support diverse travellers across the full journey.

In this episode of the Happy Space Podcast, host Clare Kumar speaks with Ivan Berazhny, Senior lecturer at Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, about INCLAVI, an EU-funded initiative to improve accessibility in aviation and tourism. Ivan shares the development of a free, multi-module training curriculum designed to educate industry professionals on best practices for supporting travellers with disabilities. Built through a wide consortium of partners, the program covers the full travel journey, from planning to post-arrival, and includes accredited modules with formal certification. During the conversation, they explore the importance of language in accessibility, the value of humility in learning, and the potential to apply this framework across industries.

Ivan Berazhny is a senior lecturer at Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences (Finland), where Ivan has been developing and leading research projects and courses on topics including leadership, entrepreneurship, aviation business environment, corporate social responsibility and others.

Prior background includes studies of international economic relations, communication, and vocational pedagogy. Ivan also holds several professional certifications in aviation and hospitality industries.

In Haaga-Helia, Ivan has been engaged actively in curriculum development, export of education, RDI cooperation with industry partners, internationalisation, and other activities. Particularly, Ivan is committed to advocate inclusive society for people with disabilities.

CHAPTERS

00:00 – Introduction and Welcome

02:15 – Origins of the INCLAVI Project

05:45 – Building a Practical, Multi-Stakeholder Curriculum

10:10 – Implementation and Early Impact

14:05 – Language, Translation, and Accessibility

17:30 – Clarifying Terms: Accessibility vs. Inclusion

21:00 – Beyond Labels: Focusing on Needs

24:40 – Expanding Awareness Through Storytelling

27:50 – Encouraging Curiosity in Accessibility

30:25 – Ivan’s Happy Space

LINKS

For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

Mediterranean Sea Video - Canva

Horizon Video - Canva

Learn more about and follow Ivan:

Haaga-Helia University

INCLAVI (Inclusive aviation curriculum)

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program

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Everyone deserves a Happy Space. It might sound frivolous, but what I’m talking about is creating environments for each person to be able to perform at their best. Too often, people are invited to burn out or opt out of spaces, cultures, or experiences that are at best uncomfortable and at worst, toxic. Inclusion is a design opportunity. I hope to shine a light on those craftive more inclusive spaces, cultures, and experiences, leading the way to a more hospitable world because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube. And look for the Shorts playlist for clips.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Creator, Host - Clare Kumar

Show Producer - Rafael Dona

Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi / wataboi

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Leadership expert Jason Lauritsen tackles the question of whether we really need check-in meetings addressing barriers like discomfort, skill gaps, and the drive for workplace efficiency. Don’t miss the four key steps for effective check-ins.

In this episode of the Happy Space Podcast, Clare speaks with leadership expert Jason Lauritsen about the role of check-in meetings. They explore why regular, intentional conversations between leaders and team members matter—not just for accountability, but for connection and well-being. Too often check-in meetings are discarded in the belief they are not serving real value. But it is perhaps because they are not being well implemented. Jason offers an easy-to-implement process for delivering check-ins that make a difference, making them more comfortable and worthwhile. The episode invites leaders to slow down, get curious, and prioritize relationships as the foundation for more human and productive work environments.

A dynamic keynote speaker, Jason Lauritsen is a true thought leader in the world of work and employee engagement dedicated to revolutionizing the way we Lead With Relationship™.

He fearlessly challenges traditional norms to reshape the employee experience by consistently placing authentic human connection at the heart of leadership.

Jason is the author of two books, Unlocking High Performance and Social Gravity. His thought leadership has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Talent Management magazine, HR Executive magazine, and SHRM publications.

CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro: The Power of Conversation

03:30 – What’s Driving Interest in Check-Ins?

07:50 – Relationship Building is the Work

11:45 – The Four Steps of an Effective Check-In

18:10 – Frequency & Flexibility: What Works Best?

24:00 – Making Space for Connection in Hustle Culture

28:40 – The Role of Comfort in Performance

34:15 – Relearning How to Connect Post-Pandemic

40:00 – Final Thoughts & How to Connect with Jason

LINKS

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

WorkHuman Logo - Wikipedia

Learn more about and follow Jason:

Youtube

Website

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Everyone deserves a Happy Space. It might sound frivolous, but what I’m talking about is creating environments for each person to be able to perform at their best. Too often, people are invited to burn out or opt out of spaces, cultures, or experiences that are at best uncomfortable and at worst, toxic. Inclusion is a design opportunity. I hope to shine a light on those craftive more inclusive spaces, cultures, and experiences, leading the way to a more hospitable world because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube. And look for the Shorts playlist for clips.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Creator, Host - Clare Kumar

Show Producer - Rafael Dona

Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi / wataboi

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In this episode, Happy Space Podcast host, Clare Kumar, speaks with Kay Sargent, principal designer at HOK, about their latest release, Neuroinclusive Workplace Design. Clare and Kay discuss the need to move beyond universal design toward more inclusive, actionable strategies for creating workspaces that support diverse sensory and cognitive needs. The conversation explores the evolution of language around neurodiversity, the importance of continual learning, and the challenges of designing spaces that acknowledge human complexity. Kay emphasizes that thoughtful, inclusive design benefits everyone by removing barriers and enabling people to perform at their best.

BIO

With 35 years of experience, Kay is a recognized expert on workplace design and strategy. She is an award-winning designer who has worked with Fortune 500 companies to optimize their global real estate portfolios and create innovative work environments. As director of HOK’s WorkPlace team, a practice that supports organizations undertaking multiple projects in various locations, and a member of HOK’s Board of Directors, Kay is responsible for helping clients redefine how, when, and where their people work, working in tandem to support a holistic design approach that integrates an organization’s people, processes and technology.

Kay is considered an industry thought leader in the workplace. She has authored multiple white papers and articles on topics including well-being; the next-gen workforce; technologies’ impact on the workplace; space fusion and the rise of the human factor.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Sensory Processing and Cognitive Wellbeing

00:22 Guest Introduction: Kay Sargentfrom HOK

01:03 The Inspiration Behind Neuroinclusive Workplace Design

01:44 Practical Applications of Neuroinclusive Design

01:58 Exploring Sensory Sensitivity and Inclusive Design

02:32 The Importance of Intersectionality in Design

03:50 The Launch of NeuroinclusiveWorkplace Design

04:45 The Journey of Writing the Book

07:02 Challenges and Evolution in Workplace Design

08:40 Understanding Neurodiversity and Sensory Sensitivity

13:22 Inclusive Design vs. Universal Design

15:48 Embracing Complexity and Individual Needs

17:05 Real-World Impact of Inclusive Design

21:38 Simple Adjustments for Better Productivity

22:17 Personal Story: Managing ADHD

23:55 The Spoon Theory and Energy Management

24:40 The Impact of Sound and Environment

25:19 Six Modalities of Work

31:16 The Importance of Neurological Safety

33:11 Designing Inclusive Workspaces

40:02 Final Thoughts and Book Promotion

IMAGE CREDITS (see images in Youtube video)

Kay Sargent headshot - Kay Sargent

"Neuroinclusive Workplace Design" Book Cover - Wiley

Other Images and Graphics - Canva

Learn more about and follow Kay:

Instagram

Youtube

X

Website

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Everyone deserves a Happy Space. It might sound frivolous, but what I’m talking about is creating environments for each person to be able to perform at their best. Too often, people are invited to burn out or opt out of spaces, cultures, or experiences that are at best uncomfortable and at worst, toxic. Inclusion is a design opportunity. I hope to shine a light on those craftive more inclusive spaces, cultures, and experiences, leading the way to a more hospitable world because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube. And look for the Shorts playlist for clips.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Creator, Host - Clare Kumar

Show Producer - Rafael Dona

Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi / wataboi

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In this curated selection from the Happy Space Podcast, I’m bringing back voices that challenge, inspire, and expand our thinking about designing for inclusion and accessibility. These encore episodes highlight conversations that continue to resonate—on neurodiversity, workplace design, and the small shifts that can make a big difference. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favourite, I hope these episodes offer fresh insight into how thoughtful design can help everyone show up and perform at their best.

Having had to leave numerous experiences because of sensory overwhelm, I was immediately drawn to the work of Google’s The NEU Project which shares rich resources evolved from Google’s Experience Institute.

After learning about the Google Experience Institute (Xi) and The NEU Project, I knew I had to speak with the Strategic Lead of Global Event Solutions for Google, Megan Henshall. Hear what brought Megan to do this important work, why it matters, and her simple advice to leaders who want to make a difference for their own teams. She’ll also let you in on the three futures she spends 60% of her time thinking about.

Megan (she/her) joined Google in April 2019 and serves as the Global Events Solutions, Strategic Lead. She partners across Google to understand how events drive business, build communities, and promote cultural continuity, informing strategy for a global team of amazing event professionals. She leads an internal/external innovation effort called the Google Experience Institute (Xi), focused on the future of human-centered, multi-modal experience design.

CHAPTERS

00:03:41 Megan's journey to this important work

00:06:01 Global Event Solutions - today and tomorrow

00:07:19 Pandemic effects on work culture

00:08:50 The pandemic boosted sensitivity

00:10:00 Sensitivity and neurodivergence may be evolutionary

00:13:10 The definition of neurodivergence

00:16:38 Neurodivergent people speaking up

00:18:57 Leadership resistance to being inclusive

00:21:00 Museum concept event

00:23:09 The Experience Institute (Xi) and The NEU Project

00:28:36 The error in fundamental attribution

00:30:24 The three futures

00:38:12 What a leader can do

LINKS

Episode 10 - Hiring for Neurodiversity - with Keith Isaac, TD Bank

Episode 15 – A Fresh Look at Sensitivity – with Andre Sólo

Episode 27 – The Undeniable Value of Neurodiversity – with Theo Smith

Google Experience Institute

Marcus Buckingham

Love + Work by Marcus Buckingham - Goodreads

Newton Cheng - Director of Health + Performance, Google

Belonging by Geoffrey L. Cohen - Goodreads

IMEX America

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

Megan and Otis - credit Megan Henshall

Happy Space Podcast ep 10 cover art - credit Clare Kumar

Love + Work book cover - credit Goodreads

Newton Cheng - credit LInkedIn

Clip of inside of Opryland Hotel - credit Clare Kumar

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - credit Clare Kumar

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In this curated selection from the Happy Space Podcast, I’m bringing back voices that challenge, inspire, and expand our thinking about designing for inclusion and accessibility. These encore episodes highlight conversations that continue to resonate—on neurodiversity, workplace design, and the small shifts that can make a big difference. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favourite, I hope these episodes offer fresh insight into how thoughtful design can help everyone show up and perform at their best.

MillerKnoll’s Ryan Anderson shares his research and talks about the benefits of respite spaces, place attachment, recognizing your own belonging cues at work, and how being intentional about usable designs makes for the most beautiful workspaces.

You're listening to Episode 37 of the Happy Space Podcast. Today, I speak with MillerKnoll’s Global Research lead, Ryan Anderson, about opportunities for organizations to create more inclusive workspaces that support sustainable performance.

Ryan Anderson, VP of Global Research and Insights at MillerKnoll, shares his research, deep passion, and appreciation for inclusive design. Ryan suggests that we must dramatically rethink our workspaces in order to better reflect our biological, mental, and emotional needs at work. Ryan talks about the current need for “spaces for everyone”, including those who identify as neurodivergent. In addition, he discusses place attachment, the human tendency to form connections with physical spaces, and the challenges and limited opportunities offered by the practice of hoteling. The discussion underscores Clare’s often made point that if you design for wellbeing performance will flow.

Ryan Anderson serves as Vice President of Global Research and Insights at MillerKnoll, renowned workspace and furniture design company. Ryan’s team leads MillerKnoll’s research, shares insights publicly across the world, and provides workplace strategy and design services to MillerKnoll customers.

With nearly thirty years of industry experience, Ryan’s work has centered on how the places we inhabit can be better designed to support healthy, inclusive, and productive communities. Ryan hosts MillerKnoll’s “About Place” podcast on the future of the workplace and regularly speaks at public events about MillerKnoll’s historical and current research.

He is a member of the SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) Executive Network, an Executive Fellow at Woxsen University in Hyderabad India, and has been featured in a wide variety of publications such as The Wall Street Journal, NPR, the BBC, Fortune, Bloomberg, and beyond.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction

05:49 The role of belonging cues in inclusive design

11:28 The business case for inclusive design

19:24 The future of workspace design and commercial real estate

22:55 Respite spaces in the workspace

26:34 The impact of diversity and culture on workspace design

28:49 Sustainable productivity

30:40 The role of leadership in promoting wellbeing and preventing burnout

35:08 Hotelling and depersonalization of office space

40:27 The importance of team-based workplace design

42:13 The need for empathy in the workplace

LINKS

Herman Miller

MillerKnoll

Harkin Institute for Public Policy

Nigel Oseland

Bill Stumpf

Work Better Save the Planet - Lisa Whited

Dr. Greg Wells

IMAGE CREDITS

Ryan Anderson headshot - Ryan Anderson

MillerKnoll logo - MillerKnoll

Car Parked next to bike lanes - Clare Kumar

Nigel Oseland - UCL

Dr. Greg Wells - LinkedIn

Healthcare Recliner - HermanMiller

Harkin Institute of Public Policy - Harkin Institute

Bill Stumpf - MillerKnoll

Employees sitting on couches - MillerKnoll

Workspace with blue couch - MillerKnoll

MillerKnoll chairs - MillerKnoll

MillerKnoll Workspace with TV - MillerKnoll

Employees working at desks - Canva

Employees at front desk with indoor trees - Canva

Employees collaborating at table - Canva

Employee napping at work with blanket - Canva

Employee napping on couch - Canva

Employees napping on bean bags - Canva

Office space, panning out - Canva

Couple designing office - Canva

Employees working around desk - Canva

Designer with color samples - Canva

Employees working around a table with graphs - Canva

1800’s busy street - Canva

1800’s office - Canva

Learn more about Ryan Anderson:

Website

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Audio and Video Editing by: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi from Pixabay

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In this curated selection from the Happy Space Podcast, I’m bringing back voices that challenge, inspire, and expand our thinking about designing for inclusion and accessibility. These encore episodes highlight conversations that continue to resonate—on neurodiversity, workplace design, and the small shifts that can make a big difference. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favourite, I hope these episodes offer fresh insight into how thoughtful design can help everyone show up and perform at their best.

Exploring a seemingly old-fashioned and often overlooked key ingredient necessary for workforce inclusion, organizational psychologist Gena Cox reminds us that the way we make people feel matters. As a highly sensitive person able to quickly assess whether respect is present in interactions… or not, Gena encourages leaders to make compassionate action the norm. She shares the 3 C’s every leader needs to adopt and encourages everyone to get an “Inclusion MBA”.

Dr. Gena Cox is an Organizational Psychologist, Leadership Impact Strategist, Executive Coach, Speaker, and award-winning author. She is known for her nuanced, multi-disciplinary insights and honest-but-supportive style.

Gena spent decades working in and consulting to global companies, including the Fortune 500. Now, in her private practice, she works with leaders personally to optimize their impact and influence, and to build respect-first, inclusive organizations.

Tune in to Gena’s insights for a more inclusive tomorrow.

CHAPTERS

00:00:00 Intro

00:03:38 Change you can feel

00:09:50 The key to inclusive leadership

00:11:58 Deciphering respect

00:16:57 Understanding culture

00:19:23 Gena's generosities

00:20:29 Response to DEI initiatives

00:25:13 The Global South has had enough

00:28:30 The Inclusion MBA

LINKS

Blog post - Four Step P.L.A.N. to Get Organized™

"Five Love Languages" by Gary Chapman

Michael J Fox on CBS News

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

George Floyd - credit Wiki Commons

Maya Angelou - credit Depositphotos

“Five Love Languages” by Gary Chapman - credit Clare Kumar

Thai people smiling - credit Envato Elements

Japanese commuters not engaging with each other - credit Envato Elements

Michael J Fox - credit Wiki Commons

Lisa Whited - credit LinkedIn

“Work Better: Save The Planet” by Lisa Whited - credit Clare Kumar

Jamie Dimon - CEO JP Morgan Chase - credit LinkedIn

REDI “Respect to Lead” Model and eBook - credit Gena Cox

Learn more about and follow Gena:

Instagram

Youtube

Twitter

Website

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Audio and Video Editing by: To Be Reel

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by WatR. from Pixabay

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In this curated selection from the Happy Space Podcast, I’m bringing back voices that challenge, inspire, and expand our thinking about designing for inclusion and accessibility. These encore episodes highlight conversations that continue to resonate—on neurodiversity, workplace design, and the small shifts that can make a big difference. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favourite, I hope these episodes offer fresh insight into how thoughtful design can help everyone show up and perform at their best.

Author of the Canary Code, Ludmila Praslova discusses how moral injury can cause autistic burnout, and how dignity plays a part in setting boundaries in neurodiverse workplaces.

Ludmila Praslova, the author of The Canary Code, discusses the common misconceptions about autism, the importance of recognizing female and high-functioning presentations of autism, and the challenges faced by those seeking diagnosis and acceptance. This episode touches on authenticity, moral injury, and the need for accommodations at work. She also shares about her work on the concept of dignity and how it’s imperative to setting boundaries and better understanding social situations involving neurodivergent individuals. Finally, she talks about the implications of the DSM-V's categorizations, and practical advice for organizations to move forward in their DEI evolution.

Ludmila N. Praslova Ph.D., SHRM-SCP is the author of “The Canary Code: A Guide to Neurodiversity, Dignity, and Intersectional Belonging at Work” (Berrett-Koehler Publishers, April 2024) and the member of the Thinkers50 Radar 2024 cohort of global management thinkers most likely to impact workplaces.

She is a Professor of Graduate Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Accreditation Liaison Officer at Vanguard University of Southern California.

With over 25 years of experience in developing talent-rich organizations, she is a global inclusive talent strategy expert with deep knowledge of global diversity and neurodiversity.

Her current consulting is focused on creating organizational systems for inclusion and wellbeing and providing neuroinclusion training and support to organizations such as Amazon, Bank of America, and MIT. Dr. Praslova is also the editor of “Evidence-Based Organizational Practices for Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Equity” (Cambridge Scholars, 2023) and the special issue of the Consulting Psychology Journal: Practice and Research, “Disability inclusion in the workplace: From “accommodation” to inclusive organizational design.”

She regularly writes for Fast Company, Harvard Business Review and Psychology Today, and is the first person to have published in Harvard Business Review from an autistic perspective.

CHAPTERS

7:00 Clare’s self-diagnosis of autism

8:15 Women and the misunderstanding of autism

10:48 Autistic and neurodiverse traits

12:00 Masking and Ludmila’s journey with autism

17:47 Why there are so many autistic actors

19:50 How moral injury affects autistic burnout

21:58 The consequences of moral injury for neurodivergent individuals

24:11 Autistic burnout vs. regular burnout

28:20 What can leaders do to create a better work culture?

32:30 What is behind a leader’s need to control?

36:45 The need for more conscious social interactions in the workplace

39:10 Socializing and masking with autism

43:02 How to honor your own dignity

44:19 How dignity can help establish boundaries at work

46:12 How do we navigate the growing neurodivergent population?

48:53 Autistic people and how empathy is expressed

57:12 The medical model of diagnosis in autism

01:06:04 The Canary Code and where you can find it

LINKS

The Canary Code by Ludmila Praslova

Ep. 45 - Melanie Deziel - Unmasking - Late Autism Diagnosis in Women

Clinical Psychiatrist Jonathan Shay on Moral Injury

DSM-V Text Revision

Dora Raymaker

IMAGE CREDITS

The Canary Code by Ludmila Praslova - Penguin Books

Ep. 45 - Unmasking - Late Autism Diagnosis in Women

Dora Raymaker - LinkedIn

Dr. Jonathan Shay - LinkedIn

Other images and video - Canva

Learn more about and follow Ludmila:

Instagram

Twitter

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In this curated selection from the Happy Space Podcast, I’m bringing back voices that challenge, inspire, and expand our thinking about designing for inclusion and accessibility. These encore episodes highlight conversations that continue to resonate—on neurodiversity, workplace design, and the small shifts that can make a big difference. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favourite, I hope these episodes offer fresh insight into how thoughtful design can help everyone show up and perform at their best.

Exploring how to change the way we think about business and work to respect both people and the planet, with workplace expert and award-winning author Lisa Whited.

With the planet on fire and burnout an epidemic, we need to do things differently. Yet, until we reach the tipping point for social change, if only 8% of people can be counted on to do the “right thing”, what can we do to close the gap?

Workplace expert Lisa Whited shares practical actions leaders can take to create more inclusive ways of working and treat resources with greater respect. With her holistic outlook on work, Lisa believes that when work is better, our world is better.

Lisa Whited is an award-winning author and workplace expert. Her book, “Work Better. Save the Planet”, is a guide for building employee engagement while positively impacting climate change. Lisa is also an advocate for improving work and the workplace for people with invisible disabilities. Being the granddaughter of a potato farmer and the daughter of an engineer informs her work ethic and love of solving problems.

CHAPTERS

00:03:31 Drawing hope

00:06:59 Patagonia and Conscious Capitalism

00:12:04 The circular economy

00:17:44 Fear of managing expectation and a path forward

00:21:13 Work Style Profile

00:24:07 The challenge of managing the abstract

00:28:18 Sprinkle rest and leisure throughout the day

00:35:00 Asoebi

LINKS

For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

Episode 16 – Still in Search of Excellence – with Tom Peters

Episode 31 – Make Your Work-life Bloom – with Dan Pontefract

How to Achieve Sustainable Remote Work | The New Yorker by Cal Newport

DRiVE: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink

John Mackey

Raj Sisodia

Eileen Fisher, clothing brand

EILEEN FISHER Renew - lightly used clothing

Waste No More

Bundles, clothing brand

Community: The Structure of Belonging - Kindle edition by Block, Peter. Politics & Social Sciences Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

Work Style Profile

Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear

Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport

Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Bill Gifford and Peter Attia

IMAGE CREDITS

Lisa Whited Headshot - Lisa Whited

Lisa and Family wearing their Asoebi - Lisa Whited

DRiVE: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink - Goodreads

Girl eating pizza - Canva

Woman trying on clothes - Canva

Rotating earth graphic - Canva

Woman browsing used clothes - Canva

Teen browsing clothes on phone - Canva

Woman donating clothes - Canva

Person tossing bottle from car - Canva

Woman corporate leader - Canva

Group of young workers - Canva

Female leader interacting with group - Canva

Boy looking at phone - Canva

Woman looking at phone - Canva

Man sitting, isolated - Canva

Forest fire, aerial view - Canva

Melted polar ice caps - Canva

Learn more and follow Lisa on:

Website

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Audio and Video Editing: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by WatR. from Pixabay

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In this curated selection from the Happy Space Podcast, I’m bringing back voices that challenge, inspire, and expand our thinking about designing for inclusion and accessibility. These encore episodes highlight conversations that continue to resonate—on neurodiversity, workplace design, and the small shifts that can make a big difference. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favourite, I hope these episodes offer fresh insight into how thoughtful design can help everyone show up and perform at their best.

Stephen Shedletsky is a Leadership Speaker, Author, and Coach. He has spent years helping leaders make it safe and worth it for people to speak up. Inspired by the work of Simon Sinek, Shed became the fourth person to join his team where for more than a decade, he contributed as Chief of Staff and Head of Brand Experience, Training & Development, and headed a global team of speakers and facilitators. Shed graduated from the Richard Ivey School of Business with a focus on leadership, communication, and strategy. He also received his coaching certification from The Co-Active Training Institute.

I’m not sure entirely why but I’ve been speaking up for most of my life, but not everyone speaks up and not in every situation. I have been wondering about why that is and was thrilled when I learned that Stephen Shedletsky, aka Shed, was also deeply curious about this topic, especially in the workplace. Join us in this conversation as we explore why he felt the need to write this book now, how our environment can pressure us into being unethical, and the value of transitioning to a speak-up culture.

CHAPTERS

00:05:27 Why this book and why now?

00:08:37 The value of transitioning to a speak-up culture

00:10:22 Personality versus environment

00:14:07 Combatting apathy

00:15:00 Low safety but high impact

00:17:00 A bad pickle

00:18:59 Leaders who listen

00:21:59 Environment can pressure us into being unethical

00:24:45 Human attributes rather than soft skills

00:29:30 Nelson Mandela on sitting in a circle and speaking last

00:32:30 Advice for speaking up

LINKS

For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

Simon Sinek

If Your Employees Aren't Speaking Up, Blame Company Culture, Hemant Kakkar and Subra Tangirala

Hemant Kakkar

Amy Edmonson

Happy Space Podcast episode 16 - Still in Search of Excellence - with Tom Peters

Alan Mulally

Indra Nooyi

Scott Sonenshein

Nelson Mandela

Craig Ferguson

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

Simon Sinek - credit Simon Sinek website

Amy Edmonson - credit Amy Edmonson's website

Happy Space Podcast episode 16 with Tom Peters - credit Clare Kumar

Alan Mulally - credit Wiki Commons

Indra Nooyi - credit LinkedIn

Scott Sonenshein - credit LinkedIn

Nelson Mandela - Wiki Commons

Craig Ferguson - Wiki Commons

Learn more about and follow Stephen:

Facebook

Instagram

Youtube

Twitter

Website

Speak-Up Culture Website

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Audio and Video Editing: To Be Reel

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by WatR. from Pixabay

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In this curated selection from the Happy Space Podcast, I’m bringing back voices that challenge, inspire, and expand our thinking about designing for inclusion and accessibility. These encore episodes highlight conversations that continue to resonate—on neurodiversity, workplace design, and the small shifts that can make a big difference. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favourite, I hope these episodes offer fresh insight into how thoughtful design can help everyone show up and perform at their best.

As the open-concept office proliferated, people took work away from the office to find quieter places where they could think. It's no surprise to me that millions of people have fallen in love with working from home. But, if we need to be in the office, shouldn't we have the option of neurologically safe spaces. You will have heard a lot about that with HoK design principals in episode 2. In this episode, I am thrilled to have Nook Director, David O'Coimin joining me to bring the Nook furniture experience to life.

David is the founder & CEO of The DO Company, a product innovation organization delivering bold solutions to better integrate work and life.

Enjoy our conversation as we explore how Nook helps calm an open-concept office and more:

00:03:16 Meet David O'Coimin

00:07:14 What is Nook?

00:10:25 What does Nook look like?

00:14:40 Different brains work in different ways

00:19:00 The importance of lighting

00:23:32 Productivity is personal

00:25:02 Hackability is they key

00:28:35 Fear of investing in workspaces

00:31:20 Implementation in hospitals

00:32:54 Citi Field New York

00:35:42 One size doesn’t fit all

00:37:21 Total cost of ownership

LINKS

Nook

The British Standards Institute

Trauma-Informed Design Society

Wiltshire Health and Care

Pods in the Wiltshire hospital

HoK

Kay Sargent

Episode 2 – How to Design with Sensitivity in Mind – HoK’s Kay Sargent and Mary Kate Cassidy

Podcast

Youtube version

Learn more about and connect with David and Nook:

Website: https://nookpod.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidocoimin/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/nookpod

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nookwellnesspods

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nookwellnesspods/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nookwellnesspods

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This podcast is hosted by ClareKumar. As a productivity catalyst, highly sensitive executive coach, and speaker, Clare cultivates sustainable performance in busy professionals so they can keep making rich contributions in all areas of life and achieve greater fulfillment. She inspires leaders, professionals, employees, and entrepreneurs to respect humanity and boost performance through marrying productivity and pleasure.

After all, why shouldn’t you have fun while getting things done? If you're a visual learner, please watch this episode on Youtube.

Ready to learn more? Contact Clare here.

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Clare invites you to leave a review and a five-star rating wherever you listen to

this podcast! Don't forget to tell your friends to listen as well.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow her on Instagram and Twitter. And don't forget, everyone

(including YOU) deserves a happy space. 😊

Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi from Pixabay

Production: Judith George - To Be Reel

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In this curated selection from the Happy Space Podcast, I’m bringing back voices that challenge, inspire, and expand our thinking about designing for inclusion and accessibility. These encore episodes highlight conversations that continue to resonate—on neurodiversity, workplace design, and the small shifts that can make a big difference. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favourite, I hope these episodes offer fresh insight into how thoughtful design can help everyone show up and perform at their best.

We have a declared global intent to be more inclusive of those with disabilities as expressed in the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Despite being created in 2006 and with 183 countries on board, there is much work to do.

Furthering this work is my guest today, Denis Boudreau. Find out how Denis connected his own feelings of being marginalized as a young boy to empathy and compassion for the disabled community and why there is such a strong business case to create more inclusive organizations. He also shares his perspective on what is getting in the way of leaders from taking action and what to do about it.

Denis Boudreau has been bringing his talent to inclusive design in the online world since the early 2000s. Today he is a consultant, trainer, coach and speaker helping organizations create truly inclusive digital experiences for everyone, especially those who are marginalized. Denis founded Inklusiv Communication to work with leaders who want to develop inclusive communication skills online or from the stage, and remove barriers for the up to 40% of the population who struggle with technology.

CHAPTERS

00:03:06 What brought Denis to what he does now

00:06:10 Acts of compassion for others

00:15:08 UN Convention for Rights with People with Disabilities

00:21:53 Why businesses should consider the disabled

00:28:14 What is holding leaders back?

00:31:51 Asking others what they need to work best

00:37:33 Is it safe to speak up?

00:39:26 Navigating around our disabilities

00:42:35 Denis’ 15 Keys

LINKS

For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

Ontario ADA

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act

Accessible Canada Act

How Can a Watermark be a Human Rights Issue?

Happy Space Work Style Profile

Episode 30 – Creating a Speak-Up Culture – with Stephen Shedletsky

Unlock your 15 keys to a diverse and empowered workplace

The Inclusive Speaker: How to Truly Connect With All of Your Audience Without Leaving Anyone Behind

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

A blind person using a computer - credit

Colorblind test - credit

Police car chase - credit

Map of Quebec - credit

weare22percent - credit Clare Kumar

Group of disabled people - credit

Someone in a wheelchair grocery shopping - credit

Someone talking to HR - credit

ASK Model - credit

Learn more about and follow Denis:

Instagram

Twitter

Website

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Audio and Video Editing by To Be Reel

Production Assistant by Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by WatR. from Pixabay

View Details

In this curated selection from the Happy Space Podcast, I’m bringing back voices that challenge, inspire, and expand our thinking about designing for inclusion and accessibility. These encore episodes highlight conversations that continue to resonate—on neurodiversity, workplace design, and the small shifts that can make a big difference. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favourite, I hope these episodes offer fresh insight into how thoughtful design can help everyone show up and perform at their best.

If we want our world to be more inclusive, we need to pay close attention to accessibility - the ease with which individuals can participate - at work, at home, and in daily life. Disability consultant Marjorie Aunos shares her highly relevant personal and professional lived experience. We explore what compelled Marj to dedicate her life to supporting adults with intellectual disabilities at a tender 20 years old, what motivated her when she became a paraplegic as a single mom to her 16-month-old son, and how to be a better ally to those who have accessibility challenges.

Marjorie Aunos, Ph.D. is a researcher, speaker, and consultant on accessibility and inclusion. She teaches organizations and educators to solution-find and build environments that are accessible, inclusive, and welcoming to families with disabilities. Marjorie is an internationally award-winning speaker, author of Mom on Wheels: The Power of Purpose as a Paraplegic Parent and contributing author to We Got This: Essays By Disabled Parents. Her TEDx talk “What we can learn from disabled parents” has over 150,000 views.

CHAPTERS

00:03:20 Marjorie's journey

00:08:00 Building support networks

00:14:40 An invitation for greater empathy

00:16:47 Purpose from a young age

00:21:00 What has shifted in recent years?

00:24:30 Visible vs. invisible challenges

00:27:55 How and when to help

00:30:14 Do we treat those with disabilities differently?

00:34:00 Acknowledge the disabled as experts

LINKS

Fyre Festival

Benny & Joon (1993)

UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

How Can a Watermark be a Human Rights Matter?

Hidden Disabilities

Rick Hansen Foundation

Hold That Door…! Opportunities to Improve Accessibility are Closer Than You Think

Remembering Air India Flight 182

What we can learn from parents with disabilities | Marjorie Aunos | TEDxWesternU

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

Marjorie and Thomas - credit Marjorie Aunos

Accessible space - Envato Elements

Old wheelchair symbol - Wiki Commons

Sunflower lanyard - credit Hidden Disabilities

Ramps in public places - Canva

New wheelchair symbol - Wiki Commons

dontpushmearound - credit Clare Kumar

Learn more about and follow Marjorie:

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

Youtube

Website

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Audio and Video Editing: To Be Reel

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by WatR. from Pixabay

View Details

In this curated selection from the Happy Space Podcast, I’m bringing back voices that challenge, inspire, and expand our thinking about designing for inclusion and accessibility. These encore episodes highlight conversations that continue to resonate—on neurodiversity, workplace design, and the small shifts that can make a big difference. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favourite, I hope these episodes offer fresh insight into how thoughtful design can help everyone show up and perform at their best.

President & CEO of Seramount, Subha Barry tells us about her connections with neurodiversity, her widely recognized Autism Intern program, and gives practical advice on how to advance your DEI efforts in today’s corporate world.

A trailblazer in diversity, equity, and inclusion, Subha Barry shares a wealth of insights through her work as President and CEO at Seramount. Barry shares her personal and professional journey from India to the United States, and her pioneering initiatives at Merrill Lynch and Freddie Mac, including her widely recognized Autism intern program at Freddie Mac. Key topics include the importance of embedding DEI into business strategies without relying solely on HR, understanding neurodiversity, and practical ways to create inclusive workplaces. She also gives her take on how she thinks leaders should approach DEI and foster better relationships with employees.

Subha Barry is a C-suite leader and an advisor who brings a unique perspective on the alignment of corporate culture to talent strategy and business results. As a transformational change agent, she has a proven record of identifying and accelerating new business creation, driving sales, and increasing profitability.

Subha is president of Seramount where she drives the firm’s vision, strategy, and business development. Subha joined Working Mother Media (WMM) in 2015 and during her tenure she dramatically improved margins, expanded its portfolio through growth in high-value consulting and learning and development, exponentially grew their client roster, and recruited talented executive leaders to amplify subject matter and functional expertise. In 2021, Subha oversaw the brand’s transformation from WMM to Seramount, a leading strategic professional services and research firm dedicated to building high-performing, inclusive workplaces. Today, Seramount works with 450+ organizations globally, including half of the Fortune 500, to help our partners navigate today’s talent and DEI landscape.

Previously, Subha was senior vice president and chief diversity officer at Freddie Mac, where she served on the firm’s management committee and led their foundation. Prior to her time at Freddie Mac, Subha spent 20+ years at Merrill Lynch as managing director and their first global head of diversity & inclusion where she built their D&I strategy, infrastructure and execution plans from the ground up. She also created a highly successful Multicultural Business Development Group to focus their wealth management business on diverse and multicultural communities bringing in over $8 billion in new assets and $50+ million in annual revenues in just three years. She began her career at the firm as a financial advisor where she was a top 100 advisor among 16,000 in the firm.

Subha is a former adjunct professor at Columbia University’s SIPA, and currently serves on the Boards of SHRM Foundation, Rice 360, Rutgers Cancer Center and the Rutgers Institute of Women’s Leadership. She is also a Board Advisor at PE-owned Snowden Lane Partners. In the past, Subha has served on a variety of Boards as Board Chair, Head of Nominating & Governance, Finance, and HR and DEI Committees.

A native of India, Subha holds a BA from Bombay University and an MBA and MS in Accounting from Rice University. She enjoys golfing, reading poetry and rallying for social change. She has two grown children and lives in Naples, Florida and New Hope, PA with her husband.

CHAPTERS

04:00 Subha’s story and journey in DEI

08:00 Connecting DEI to the business

09:40 Seramount’s initiatives and the focus on neurodiversity

13:00 Multicultural initiatives at Merrill Lynch and relying on HR for talent issues

16:38 Diverse culture shift in Canada

19:00 Subha’s experience with neurodiversity and personal connection with autism

21:40 Freddie Mac’s Autism Internship Program

30:50 Positive examples of DEI initiatives in workplaces and the community

33:00 Kids and their parents being diagnosed with a neurodiverse condition

37:45 How we can think about #flexbility is inclusivity

41:30 Measuring results of DEI initiatives and how it connects to business

45:43 How the Happy Space Work Style Profile fits

47:00 Remembering the individual in discussions around neurodiversity

49:30 How can leaders engage more with DEI

LINKS

Seramount

Freddie Mac

Merrill Lynch

Ep. 41 - Katie Mooney - How DEI Efforts Must Change to Have Maximum Impact

Wegmans

Freddie Mac Neurodiversity Awareness

Freddie Mac Autism Intern Program

Working Mother Media

Happy Space Inclusivitees

Happy Space Work Style Profile

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

Working Mother Media Logo - Youtube

Working Mother Magazine - Wiki

Freedie Mac Logo - Freddiemac.com

Merrill Lynch Logo - ML.com

Seramount Logo - Seramount.com

Subha Barry Headshot - Subha Barry

Other images and video - Canva

Narnia Image - Clare Kumar

Virtual Work Insider logo - Virtual Work Insider

Orbit logo - Virtual Work Insider - Sacha Connor

The Clorox Company Logo - Wiki

Dave Ulrich - Wiki

T-shirt graphic - Clare Kumar

Learn more about and follow Sacha:

Instagram

Twitter

Website

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity exploring how we can invite the richest contribution from all through improvements in design and culture. She works bottom-up - coaching individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and top-down – working with leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube. And look for the Shorts playlist for clips.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Audio and Video Editing: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Rafael Dona

Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi / wataboi

Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Music promoted by FDL Music • Cali - Wataboi · [Copyright-free Music]

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CEO of Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, Paul White shares his journey so far in forming a global symbol for those with hidden disabilities.

CEO of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, Paul White shares the origin and growth of the Sunflower initiative, which started in 2016 at Gatwick Airport to support people with non-visible disabilities. Paul shares how the Sunflower lanyard has helped individuals, including a mother traveling with her son and a man with dementia who regained his independence. The conversation delves into why the program operates as a for-profit business, supporting inclusion and accessibility worldwide, and the impact it makes on both customers and employees. He also touches on the importance of creating sunflower-friendly environments and the cultural nuances of implementing the program globally.

BIO

CEO, Paul White, is a passionate and dedicated advocate for disability rights, driving real change as the global CEO of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. With an unwavering commitment to inclusivity, accessibility and championing equal opportunities for individuals with disabilities, Paul has a genuine desire to ensure that the wearers of the Sunflower receive the patience, care and understanding they may need throughout their day from whoever they meet, wherever they may travel.

CHAPTERS

00:06:34 Origins of The Sunflower

00:12:40 Is The Sunflower a charity organisation, why or why not?

00:17:27 The Sunflower and Pride

00:19:15 How The Sunflower can help employees

00:23:15 How corporations can use The Sunflower in the workplace

00:25:24 Language and Hidden Disabilities

00:31:02 Sunflower-friendly environments around the world

00:35:00 How companies can become allies of hidden disabilities + the purple pound

00:41:33 Where to find out more about Hidden Disabilities Sunflower

LINKS

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Website

Bayley House, Australia

European Pride Organization Association

The Purple Pound

HDSunflower training video

Zayed Higher

European Pride Organisers Association

Ep. 27 - The Undeniable Value of Neurodiversity - with Theo Smith

Ep. 44 - The Need for Clear Language around Neurodiversity - with Judy Singer

Ep. 49 - The Language of Neurodiversity - with Pasha Marlowe

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

Gatwick Airport - Wiki

The Purple Pound logo - This is Me Agency

Sunflower logo - HDSunflower.com

Suflower lanyards - HDSunflower.com

Sunflower

Hamilton Airport image - Hamilton Airport/HDSunflower

HDSunflower countries video - HDSunflower.com

Sunflower Manufacturing images - HDSunflower

HDSunflower training video - HDSunflower.com

Air Canada images - Air Canada

Metrolinx HD Sunflower image - HDSunflower

Jersey, Guernsey, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight images - Google Maps

Air Canada footage - Air Canada

Other images and video - Canva

Learn more about and follow Paul:

Instagram

Youtube

Twitter

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity exploring how we can invite the richest contribution from all through improvements in design and culture. She works bottom-up - coaching individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and top-down – working with leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube. And look for the Shorts playlist for clips.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

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Audio and Video Editing: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Rafael Dona

Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi / wataboi

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Color Expert, Laura Guido-Clark discusses the transformative power of color in design and the emotional and physiological impacts of color in communities and workspaces.

Designer and color expert, Laura Guido-Clark talks about the transformative power of color in design. She discusses how color acts as a conduit for human connection, its physiological impacts, and the influence it has on mood and productivity. Laura shares insights from her work with renowned organizations and her nonprofit, Project Color Corps, which uses color to bring hope and joy to underprivileged school communities. The conversation also covers practical advice for incorporating color into workspaces and the importance of creating environments that respect and nurture human needs.

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Laura Guido-Clark is the world’s foremost color expert, Laura Guido-Clark – their color, materials, and finish. Throughout her twenty-plus year career, Laura has analyzed the conscious and unconscious influences that drive buying decisions. She has been dubbed an 'Experience Consultant' because of her ability to translate those influences into prescient forecasting and concrete applications of color and finish for new products.

In 2017, Laura launched her groundbreaking color methodology called LOVE GOOD COLOR. LOVE GOOD COLOR integrates science and the senses, enabling designers to factor in emotive response when using color. It is a language-based system that facilitates selection confidence and efficacy while simplifying and reducing iterations. The digital tool is currently in development. LOVE GOOD COLOR has been used by designers from various firms including Gensler, IA, Adobe, Rockwell Group, Atlassian, and Studio O+A.

Laura has helped companies such as Herman Miller, HP, Samsung, and Toyota use color and materials on their products that resonate with consumers and succeed in competitive markets. Her textile and pattern design includes work for HBF, Pallas, Carnegie, and FLOR. Laura’s expertise ranges from textiles to consumer products such as automotive, electronics, and major household appliances. Learn more about Laura’s design work at Laura Guido-Clark Design.

In 2011, Laura founded Project Color Corps™, a nonprofit organization dedicated to painting urban neighborhoods with color and pattern that impart positive messages of optimism and hope. The organization is now flourishing in four cities across the country.

Laura was honored as the IIDA Northern California Chapter recipient of the 2014 Leadership Award of Excellence. As a result of her expertise, Laura speaks both nationally and internationally on design and the creative process and was an expert design blogger for Fast Company.

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05:40 Why color is so important in design

08:50 The effect of color on physiology and mood

10:45 Colors in schools

13:51 Punitive colors and the humanity of color

16:04 Project Color Corps and transforming underprivileged schools

21:50 Students’ reactions and impact

23:49 Transforming “grown up” spaces with color

26:30 How leaders can interact with color

31:55 Color dosage and why do certain colors look better on us than others

38:18 The relationship between light and color

43:00 How to achieve a sense of belonging through color

44:50 Bringing personality back to retail environments and logos

48:35 Designing to contrasting preferences

51:39 The importance of programming and Adobe Founders Tower

LINKS

Project Color Corps

Love Good Color

Ep. 37 Exploring Respite, Place Attachment and Hotelling with Ryan Anderson

Ep. 6 How Architecture Affects Human Animals - with Andrea De Paiva

Herman Miller - Laura Guido-Clark

Fast Company - Laura Guido-Clark

Adobe Founders Tower

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Clare’s childhood and high school photos - Clare Kumar

Adobe Founders Tower - Gensler

Adobe logo - Wiki

Herman Miller logo - Herman Miller

HP logo - Wiki

TD Wallpaper - Clare Kumar

Scotiabank wallpaper - Clare Kumar

Jet Ski photo - Clare Kumar

Car photos - Wiki Commons

Clare’s office - Clare Kumar

Clare’s splurge dress photo - Clare Kumar

Project Color Corps logo - Laura Guido-Clark

Footage/ of Project Color Corps projects and schools - Laura Guido-Clark

Laura’s headshot - Laura Guido-Clark

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity exploring how we can invite the richest contribution from all through improvements in design and culture. She works bottom-up - coaching individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and top-down – working with leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube. And look for the Shorts playlist for clips.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Audio and Video Editing: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Rafael Dona

Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi / wataboi

Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Music promoted by FDL Music • Cali - Wataboi · [Copyright-free Music]

My Next Husband Will Be a Lesbian: A Collection of Stories From Womxn Finding Their Truth

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In this episode Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, founding physician and well-being expert takes us through the seven types of rest, how to know which one you need, and the gifts that come from a well-rested life.

Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, founding physician and well-being expert tells us why rest is about more than just sleep and how by through the seven types of rest, you can not only reset your battery, but enjoy a more fulfilling life. Dr. Dalton-Smith takes us through her journey of her own story of burnout and how she made adjustments after realizing that living a successful life full of stress and “producing” wasn’t as important as her own well-being. She gets into the relationship between sleep and rest, the science behind sleep, and other factors that impact everyday rest. She explains how scientific research and her unique view on spirituality has informed the seven types of rest in her book, Sacred Rest.

Trigger Warning: We talk briefly about suicide in this show. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out for mental health assistance. In Canada, dial 988. If there is immediate risk, dial 911. For resources where you are, here is a list of global mental health resources:

https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Mental_health_resources

Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith is a Board-Certified internal medicine physician, speaker, and award-winning author. She is an international well-being thought-leader featured in numerous media outlets including Prevention, MSNBC, Women’s Day, FOX, Fast Company, Psychology Today, INC, CNN Health, and TED.com. She is the author of numerous books including her bestseller Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity, including insight on the seven types of rest needed to optimize your productivity, increase your overall happiness, overcome burnout, and live your best life. Over 250,000 people have discovered their personal rest deficits using her free assessment at RestQuiz.com. Learn more about Dr. Saundra at DrDaltonSmith.com.

4:04 Empathy and compassion in the conversation about rest

5:33 Secrets of the well-rested

8:36 Pushing back on culture to claim what we need

11:38 Saundra’s personal burnout journey

16:34 The relationship between rest and sleep

20:41 How technology is affecting our rest routines

22:47 Regulating breaks for work sessions and workshops

26:50 Mental-exhaustion, and why it’s so common now

30:40 Increased stimulation in the world and how it’s affecting rest for sensitive people

34:16 How do we find quiet in a noisy world?

36:26 Increasing productivity and connection in conferences and workshops

37:53 Saundra's view of spirituality and how it ties into rest

41:22 How atheists view spirituality

42:30 Next steps for experiencing more rest, Sacred Rest and Restquiz.com

LINKS

Dr. Saundra-Dalton Smith’s Website

Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith’s Personal Rest Retreats

RestQuiz.com

Sacred Rest by Dr. Saundra-Dalton Smith

National Speakers Association

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Gaylord Hotel - Wiki

NSA logo - NSA Speaker.org

Sacred Rest book - Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith

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Heather Hansen, accent bias and linguistic inclusion expert discusses how English speakers can address their own accent bias and how non-native speakers can communicate more effectively in work environments.

In this episode, Heather Hansen, Accent Bias and Linguistic Inclusion Expert shares her experiences with accent bias in three different continents and how cultural attitudes vary across the world. She discusses the universal language, English, and gives English speakers advice on how to handle their own accent bias as well as tips for non-native English speakers on how to communicate more effectively in workplaces. Accent bias brings up many questions like does having a certain accent make you sound less or more intelligent? Can you get rid of accent bias completely? And where does humor fit in? As our world becomes more and more diverse, it’s becoming important to think about communication across cultures, especially in a business context. Join Heather in this exciting conversation about language expression and cultural inclusion.

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Heather Hansen is Managing Director of corporate training firm Global Speech Academy where she helps top professionals show up, speak up, and inspire action in a changing world. She fights microinequities related to language and accent in international teams, and helps global companies build UNMUTED communication cultures where every voice belongs.

Heather is an External Expert in Communication for National University of Singapore (NUS) Business School's Executive Education programs and she is pursuing her PhD in Linguistics at Nanyang Technological University where she is studying the effects of accent bias in multinational organizations.

Not only does Heather study accent bias, she has lived it in three languages across three continents, including over 20 years living abroad. She is also one of the only practitioners in the world actively running training interventions on accent bias in global organizations.

This is partly why Heather has been named to the Thinkers50 Radar 2024 Class - an exclusive list of 30 up-and-coming thinkers whose ideas are expected to make an important impact on management thinking in the future.

Heather is author of the multi-award-winning book, Unmuted, published by Bloomsbury Business. This book outlines her framework for successful global communication in multinational companies. She is also the author of Powerful People Skills and has contributed to three other books published by Marshall Cavendish International.

Heather’s next book (coming in 2025) is a comprehensive guide on how to manage accent bias and promote linguistic inclusion at work.

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4:40 Heather’s connection to empathy

10:30 How language affects how intelligence is perceived

15:50 Canadian study with children and how they perceive teachers

17:30 Film examples of accent bias

21:20 Our human nature to mimic

24:13 When is language mockery?

29:51 Why are we offended by some language?

31:50 Cognitive dissonance of language and facial expression

32.34 Can accent bias be stopped?

34:00 Accent bias and call centres

36:00 Learning language as children

41:50 Where does humor come into accents and language?

44:00 The increase in diversity in cities and how immigrants can be successful in English

51:11 Cat trick time

51:45 Pacing in language and tips to speak English more effectively

54:30 Accent bias in a business environment

55:40 Life and death situations - accent bias and aviation English

LINKS

University of Toronto Missisauga Study - Children have biases toward different accents

Communication accommodation theory

Unmuted by Heather Hansen

Heather Hansen’s website

TedTalk - 2 Billion Voices - How to Speak bad English perfectly

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

Ontario Science Centre - Ontario Science Centre

Thinkers50 logo - Thinkers50.com

TedX Talk - Heather Hansen - TedX

Map of Switzerland - Brittanica

Map of Tokyo - Brittanica

Map of Singapore - Brittanica

Other images and video - Canva

Harry Potter book cover - Wiki

Mufasa - The Lion King - Wiki

Scar - The Lion King - Wiki

Mufasa and Scar - The Lion King - Wiki

Cars poster - Cars - Wiki

Mater - Cars - Wiki

Apu - The Simpsons - Wiki

Russell Peters - Wiki

Little Mosque on the Prairie - Wiki

Jacques flying photo - Clare Kumar

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Author of the Canary Code, Ludmila Praslova discusses how moral injury can cause autistic burnout, and how dignity plays a part in setting boundaries in neurodiverse workplaces.

Ludmila Praslova, the author of The Canary Code, discusses the common misconceptions about autism, the importance of recognizing female and high-functioning presentations of autism, and the challenges faced by those seeking diagnosis and acceptance. This episode touches on authenticity, moral injury, and the need for accommodations at work. She also shares about her work on the concept of dignity and how it’s imperative to setting boundaries and better understanding social situations involving neurodivergent individuals. Finally, she talks about the implications of the DSM-V's categorizations, and practical advice for organizations to move forward in their DEI evolution.

Ludmila N. Praslova Ph.D., SHRM-SCP is the author of “The Canary Code: A Guide to Neurodiversity, Dignity, and Intersectional Belonging at Work” (Berrett-Koehler Publishers, April 2024) and the member of the Thinkers50 Radar 2024 cohort of global management thinkers most likely to impact workplaces.

She is a Professor of Graduate Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Accreditation Liaison Officer at Vanguard University of Southern California.

With over 25 years of experience in developing talent-rich organizations, she is a global inclusive talent strategy expert with deep knowledge of global diversity and neurodiversity.

Her current consulting is focused on creating organizational systems for inclusion and wellbeing and providing neuroinclusion training and support to organizations such as Amazon, Bank of America, and MIT. Dr. Praslova is also the editor of “Evidence-Based Organizational Practices for Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Equity” (Cambridge Scholars, 2023) and the special issue of the Consulting Psychology Journal: Practice and Research, “Disability inclusion in the workplace: From “accommodation” to inclusive organizational design.”

She regularly writes for Fast Company, Harvard Business Review and Psychology Today, and is the first person to have published in Harvard Business Review from an autistic perspective.

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7:00 Clare’s self-diagnosis of autism

8:15 Women and the misunderstanding of autism

10:48 Autistic and neurodiverse traits

12:00 Masking and Ludmila’s journey with autism

17:47 Why there are so many autistic actors

19:50 How moral injury affects autistic burnout

21:58 The consequences of moral injury for neurodivergent individuals

24:11 Autistic burnout vs. regular burnout

28:20 What can leaders do to create a better work culture?

32:30 What is behind a leader’s need to control?

36:45 The need for more conscious social interactions in the workplace

39:10 Socializing and masking with autism

43:02 How to honor your own dignity

44:19 How dignity can help establish boundaries at work

46:12 How do we navigate the growing neurodivergent population?

48:53 Autistic people and how empathy is expressed

57:12 The medical model of diagnosis in autism

01:06:04 The Canary Code and where you can find it

LINKS

The Canary Code by Ludmila Praslova

Ep. 45 - Melanie Deziel - Unmasking - Late Autism Diagnosis in Women

Clinical Psychiatrist Jonathan Shay on Moral Injury

DSM-V Text Revision

Dora Raymaker

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The Canary Code by Ludmila Praslova - Penguin Books

Ep. 45 - Unmasking - Late Autism Diagnosis in Women

Dora Raymaker - LinkedIn

Dr. Jonathan Shay - LinkedIn

Other images and video - Canva

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Melanie Deziel, keynote speaker, branded content creator, and autistic self-advocate shares her creative insights on how she navigated her late self-diagnosis journey as an autistic adult and what advice she has for others going through their own self-discovery.

In this episode of the Happy Space Podcast, Melanie Diezel, keynote speaker and highly creative autistic self-advocate explores her journey as a late-diagnosed autistic woman. Melanie delves into the challenges and misunderstandings surrounding autism, particularly how it manifests differently in women compared to men. Melanie shares her personal experiences with self-discovery through social media, the role of self-acceptance, and how her diagnosis has transformed her understanding of herself. The discussion covers the importance of recognizing and advocating for neurodiversity, as well as the nuances of diagnosis. The episode also covers insights on the spectrum of autism, the societal perceptions that influence diagnosis, and the significance of language in discussing autism.

As a keynote speaker, author, and award-winning branded content creator, Melanie has spent her career developing the skills to think differently and discover new ways to engage audiences through content.

Having been the first-ever editor of branded content at The New York Times, a founding member of HuffPost’s brand storytelling team, and Director of Creative Strategy for Time Inc's 35 US magazines, Melanie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience on how content can be used as a strategic tool, and how processes can help unlock its power.

She’s supported 30 of the Fortune100 companies with their content (so far!), given keynotes and workshops around the world, and has developed courses for several universities.

She co-founded The Creator Kitchen with fellow marketing speaker Jay Acunzo to help experienced creators continue to pursue creative growth and mastery of craft.

Since 2015, she has worked with some incredible brands and spoken on stages around the world at leading conferences, building her reputation as one of the leading voices in content marketing. Melanie Deziel is frequently named on as a top influencer, expert, and person-to-follow in marketing. You can access her book “Content Fuel Framework” and “Prove It” in paperback, e-book or audiobook form.

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4:28 How Melanie’s autism journey began

7:35 The differences between diagnosing autistic men and women

11:21 How hyperfixations can be mistaken for autism

14:57 Melanie’s books - Content Fuel Framework and Prove It

16:45 The signs that you may be autistic

20:33 Who are the female autistic role models?

21:36 The discussion around autism and language

24:50 Introversion and extroversion

25:46 Melanie’s inclination to speak on stage despite being autistic

28:52 Self-advocating and accommodating when you are autistic

32:52 Why most women are late-diagnosed autistic

37:15 Self-diagnosing vs. medical diagnosing autism

41:40 Autism and creativity

45:47 RAADS-R Autism Test for diagnosing autism

LINKS

For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

Melanie Deziel’s website

EPIC Conference

Late Diagnosed Diaries - Substack

Words Matter: Language preferences in a sample of autistic adults (corr. 87%)

Schueberfour

Content Fuel Framework by Melanie Deziel

Prove It by Melanie Deziel

Phil M. Jones

Temple Grandin

Hannah Gadsby

The Canary Code by Ludmila Praslova

HSP Quiz

Happy Space Inclusivitees (T-shirts)

nevermindthelabels T-shirt

RAADS-R Test

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Phil M. Jones - LinkedIn

Ludmila Praslova - LinkedIn

Temple Grandin - Wiki

Temple Grandin with animals - Wiki

David Bowie - Wiki

Annie Lennox - Wiki

Epic Conference Photo - Clare Kumar

Melanie Deziel Headshot - Melanie Deziel

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Other graphics - Capcut

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Judy Singer, sociologist and pioneer of the neurodiversity movement discusses the role of language around neurodiverse populations, her views on autism, whether HSP’s fit into the neurodivergent ecosystem, and her feelings about the use of the term “woman” when considering transgendered individuals.

Judy Singer, sociologist and pioneer of the neurodiversity movement, discusses her views on the complexities of language, identity, and the nuances of social change. Singer discusses her contributions to societal dialogue on neurodiversity and her ongoing efforts in academic and public spheres, amidst navigating online controversy. Singer shares her pioneering thoughts on neurodiversity, the critical role of language, and naming in transgender identities. She gives her opinion on autism, and whether HSPs can be considered neurodivergent. The discussion also goes into Judy’s experience living in Sydney, and her future plans aimed at fostering inclusivity.

Judy Singer is an Australian sociologist credited with coining the term “Neurodiversity” in 1997-8 while completing an Honours Thesis at the University of Technology, Sydney. Her thesis, subtitled “a personal exploration of a new social movement based on “neurological diversity”, was the first non- psychomedical academic work to map out what was proving to be the last great civil rights movement to emerge from the 20th century. The movement was based on the pioneering work of the Autistic Self-Advocacy Movement, which was being joined by other neurological minorities who clearly needed a catchy, authoritative banner term

The idea grew out of her lived experience in middle of 3 generations of women whom she then described as “somewhere on the autistic spectrum”.

Like many people “on the spectrum” and especially as a woman seeking work in the early 1970s, Judy experienced difficulty finding employment. Fortunately, like many autistics, she was able to find a career in the burgeoning new field of IT which opened up a new world of opportunities for women.

When Judy became a parent with a child who appeared to have a “mysterious” disability, her career responsibilities compelled her to give up her career. Instead she went back to University to pursue her true interests: anthropology and sociology.

Judy has a long career in community organizing: she was the founder, via the internet, of the world's first support group for people raised by autistic parent, became the secretary of Sydney’s largest support group for the parents of autistic children and a co-founder of Sydney’s only independent social club for teenagers on the spectrum. She was elected a director of Shelter NSW, Australia’s peak body for housing justice but since the rediscovery of her work in 2017, she has been fully occupied with advocacy within the Neurodiversity discourse.

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5:53 Judy's thesis and academic background

10:22 The importance of naming

12:10 Neurological diversity to neurodiversity

16:33 I do claim crediting the buzzword neurodiversity

24:03 Neurodiversity is a property of a place, not a person

26:33. Nature is not benign

27:48 What about those who don't care about being so particular about language?

29:47 Where does the trait of high sensitivity fit in?

31:50 Why do we need all these labels? The welfare system and the medical model of disability

38:41 The expansion of autism

43:32 Labels can lead to solidarity

44:12 Faking depression to get help

53:33 The importance of naming yourself

LINKS

Sage Journal: The neurodiversity concept was developed collectively: An overdue correction on the origins of neurodiversity theory

Neurodiversity - The Birth of an Idea - Judy Singer’s Sociology Thesis

Neurodiversity by Harvey Blume - Atlantic Article

Word Slut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language

Aspar - Support Group for People Raised by Autistic Parents

Divergent Mind by Jenara Nerenberg

Episode 16 - Still in Search of Excellence - with Tom Peters

Simon Baron Cohen Research

6 Cultures that Recognize More than Two Genders

Quote Source: First They Ignore You, Then They Laugh at You, Then They Attack You, Then You Win

Alexandra Samuels, Canadian journalist and author

Harvey Blume - Reflections on Neurodiversity

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Simon Baron Cohen - Wikipedia

Harvey Blume - Reflections on Neurodiversity

Judy Singer headshot - Autism Awareness Australia

JK Rowling - Harry Popper Wiki

WordSlut - Goodreads

Autism - Sage Journal

The Birth of an Idea - Judy Singer

The Divergent Mind - Goodreads

Tom Peters Headshot - Tom Peters

Other images - Canva

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Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language

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Company culture expert, Chris Dyer discusses his experimental approach to creating environments for better work culture, the pitfalls of AI, and suggests dumping the “one on one.”

In this episode of the Happy Space Podcast, company culture expert and author, Chris Dyer talks about different ways leaders can think about company culture and shares his experimental approach in creating better work environments. Chris gives his take on optimizing the hiring process where leaders aim to be fair vs. equitable, and even suggests dumping the weekly “one on one”. He gives insight into whether some leaders have realistic goals or not, and the tendency for some companies to continually “push” too hard after the pandemic. Other highlights include the irreplaceable value of human creativity and authenticity amidst limitations of AI in replicating human nuances such as humor, inclusivity, and emotional connection.

Chris Dyer is a recognized company culture and remote work expert. As a former CEO managing thousands of people, his companies were consistently named the best places to work. They have also been named a fastest growing company by Inc Magazine 5 times. Chris routinely consults and speaks, and Inc Magazine ranked him as the #1 Leadership Speaker on Culture.

He has three bestselling books: The Power of Company Culture and Remote Work, and has been named #5 on the Leadershum Power List, a Top 50 Voice in Leadership, a Top 40 Change Management Guru, a Top 50 Global Thought Leader, and a Top 50 leadership podcast, Top 50 HR Leaders Shaping the Future of Work, and a Top 101 Global Employee Engagement & Experience Influencers by Inspiring Workplaces and Work Buzz, just this year.

As a keynote speaker his goal is to inspire audiences with a straightforward delivery, insightful candor, and engaging humor. His talks leave audiences permanently transformed, offering innovative perspectives on leadership to improve company culture, and empower organizations to discover new successes. Countless companies have unlocked productivity, performance, and profits by implementing his 7 Pillar Strategy.

CHAPTERS

00:04:11 How should we be working post-pandemic?

00:05:56 The pitfalls of AI

00:08:21 How will AI affect the quality of work?

00:10:06 Are organizations still pushing too hard post-pandemic?

00:13:38 Chris’ strategy for better work during the pandemic

00:18:16 Fairness vs. equity at work

00:20:20 Chris’ example - military spouses

00:25:00 Bad leaders vs. good leaders

00:28:00 What to do if you’re stuck in a difficult work situation

00:32:10 Why listening is so important in company culture

00:41:35 Shifting from individual therapy to group therapy

00:47:12 Chris’ view on patience in the workplace

00:51:20 Chris’ experimental approach to innovation

LINKS

Together by Vivek Murthy

The Power of Company Culture: How Any Business Can Build a Culture that Improves Productivity, Performance and Profits by Chris Dyer

Remote Work: Redesign Processes, Practices and Strategies to Engage a Remote Workforce by Chris Dyer

Ep. 4 - Sunil Godse - Follow Your Intuition as an HSP

Sunshine Nails by Mai Nguyen

IMAGE CREDITS

Vivek Murthy - Wikipedia

Together book - Amazon

Remote Working book - Chris Dyer

The Power of Company Culture book - Chris Dyer

Ep. 4 - Sunil Godse - Follow Your intuition as an HSP - Clare Kumar

Sunshine Nails book - Simon and Schuster

Other images - Canva

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity exploring how we can invite the richest contribution from all through improvements in design and culture. She works bottom-up - coaching individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and top-down – working with leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube. And look for the Shorts playlist for clips.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

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Audio and Video Editing: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Rafael Dona

Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi / wataboi

Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Music promoted by FDL Music • Cali - Wataboi · [Copyright-free Music]

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Author and empathy advocate, Maria Ross busts myths about empathy and clearly defines what it is so that it can be effectively harnessed.

In this episode of the Happy Space podcast, Maria Ross, an author and empathy advocate, shares her life-changing experience of surviving a medical trauma, highlighting the role of empathy in her recovery and its influence on her work. Maria discusses her books 'The Empathy Edge' and the soon to be released in fall 2024, 'The Empathy Dilemma,' emphasizing the operationalization of empathy in organizations and its importance in leadership. The conversation touches on common myths about empathy, its innate nature, and methods to cultivate it in business environments and personal lives. Maria and Clare explore the misconceptions surrounding empathy and sensitivity, advocating for a cultural shift towards more human-centered practices in business and personal spheres.

Maria Ross is a speaker, facilitator, author, and empathy advocate who believes cash flow, creativity, and compassion are not mutually exclusive. She’s spent decades helping forward-thinking leaders and teams connect and engage through empathy to accelerate growth and impact. Maria has authored multiple books, including her most recent title, “The Empathy Edge: Harnessing the Value of Compassion as an Engine for Success” and also hosts The Empathy Edge podcast.

Maria understands the power of empathy on both brand and personal levels: in 2008, shortly after launching her business, she suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm that almost killed her and inspired her memoir, “Rebooting My Brain”. In it, she explores the critical importance of empathy in healing and overcoming adversity. Her next book “The Empathy Dilemma: How Successful Leaders Balance Performance, People, and Personal Boundaries”, arrives on shelves in Fall 2024.

CHAPTERS

03:06 The medical emergency that started Maria’s journey

07:38 Operationalizing empathy in organizations

12:17 Busting empathy myths part 1

17:31 The connection between empathy and highly sensitivity people

21:00 Toning your empathy muscle

24:04 Busting empathy myths part 2

26:51 “Empathy circles” and having powerful conversations

30:26 Empathy and gender in leadership

36:28 Having better experiences surrounding layoffs

39:55 Empathy in personal relationships

LINKS

For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

The Empathy Edge: Harnessing the Value of Compassion as an Engine for Success by Maria Ross

The Empathy Dilemma: How Successful Leaders Balance Performance, People, and Personal Boundaries by Maria Ross

Rebooting My Brain: How a Freak Aneurysm Reframed My Life by Maria Ross

“The Empathy Edge” Podcast

TedX Talk: How to Trojan Horse Leaders into Being More Empathetic | Maria Ross

Talks at Google: Rebooting my Brain | Maria Ross

Clare’s HSP Quiz

Empathy Circles Website

Institute for Patient and Family-Centered Care

Awakening Compassion at Work

Phil M. Jones

Exactly What to Say: The Magic Words for Influence and Impact by Phil M. Jones

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The Empathy Edge book - Maria Ross

The Empathy Dilemma book - Maria Ross

The Empathy Edge Podcast logo - Maria Ross

Mark Cuban - Wikipedia

Empathy Circles logo - Edwin Rutsch

Empathy Circles tents - Edwin Rutsch

Phil M. Jone - philmjones.com

Exactly What to Say book - goodreads.com

Satya Nadella - Wikipedia

Other images - Canva

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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Audio and Video Editing by: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Rafael Dona

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We need to weld DEI into the business, embedding DEI in every relevant aspect that we can. When you think about welding something into the business, it's an incredibly powerful word because you think of welding as kind of these two pieces, the merging or fusion of these two pieces coming together.

You’re listening to episode 41 of the Happy Space podcast. Today we’re exploring keeping DEI initiatives strong in challenging times by welding them to your business - with Seramount’s Managing Director Katie Mooney.

Seramount's Managing Director, Katie Mooney, discusses how she began her DEI journey, her view on "welding" DEI initiatives to organizations, the value of community, and what it means to “pass the baton” as a DEI practitioner.

Managing Director of Seramount, Katie Mooney talks about the importance of sustaining efforts for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. She shares her journey from a young professional in financial services to becoming deeply involved in DEI work, sparked by a visit to an exhibit called “Struggle for Justice,” as part of Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. She also prefers the term “welding” DEI to organizations as opposed to embedding it and shares practical ways of doing so. With the downturn of the economy and a concerted effort by some to dismantle DEI efforts, these are volatile times, and keeping DEI strong is more important than ever. Katie emphasizes that slow progress is not an option due to the demand for transparency and the need for proactive processes. As DEI practitioners, carrying the baton forward is necessary. I hope you enjoy this illuminating discussion about DEI and where it’s heading next.

Katie Oertli Mooney is a Managing Director at Seramount, an organization with over 40 years of experience supporting and advancing women in the workplace. She is an accomplished DEI leader and thought partner with expertise in driving strategy and growth of diversity and inclusion change management, planning and programs. Prior to joining Seramount, she was responsible for overseeing the client delivery, staffing, operations and growth as Vice President of Jennifer Brown Consulting. She was accountable for the firm’s successful consulting project delivery to clients from the Fortune 1000, government agencies, startups, to nonprofits.

Before that, she managed the DEI enterprise learning and development strategy at Capital One specializing in differential investment programming to support historically underrepresented talent and communities of color. She is currently on the Board of Directors for the GSBA; the largest LGBTQ and allied chamber of commerce in North America and is supporting the organization in 2020, by advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion for the Board of Directors, for the benefit of GSBA staff, members, partners, and the LGBTQ+ and allied community of Washington State. Katie has a Master’s degree in Human Resource Management with a concentration on Diversity and Inclusion Management from Georgetown University. She is based in Seattle, WA.

CHAPTERS

02:34 Katie Mooney: A DEI practitioner's journey

03:52 The importance of DEI in business strategy

08:00 The power of DEI in driving business outcomes

12:50 Challenges and opportunities in DEI work

15:18 The role of research in DEI work

15:57 Welding DEI into business outcomes

26:44 The impact of DEI on consumer behavior and attracting talent

29:29 The role of DEI in navigating through polarity

36:44 Future of DEI work

LINKS

National Portrait Gallery - Struggle for Justice

Seramount Website

Research - Keeping DEI Strong in Volatile Times

Working Mother Magazine Wiki

IMAGE CREDITS

Capital One Logo - CapitalOne.com

Seramount Logo - Seramount.org

Katie Mooney Headshot - Katie Mooney

Keeping DEI Strong in Volatile Times - Seramount.org

Working Mother Magazine - Wikipedia

Martin Luther King Jr - Wikipedia

Rosa Parks - Wikipedia

Minal Bopaiah headshot - Minal Bopaiah

Equity Book - Amazon.ca

Other images - Canva

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

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Audio and Video Editing by: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

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The other thing that I keep harping on is that remote work doesn't need to mean that it's lonely work. We confuse remote work with isolation a lot because we equate remote work with working from home. Again, because the pandemic forced remote work to be synonymous with working from home. But post-pandemic, there are countless ways to work remotely.

You are listening to episode 40 of the Happy Space Podcast. Today we're exploring remote work 2.0, and the opportunity to work at your neighbors with Radious founder, Amina Moreau.

Amina Moreau’s startup Radious addresses the challenges of returning to the office by solving for the dreaded commute and providing a network of distributed workspaces in local neighborhoods.

Amina Moreau shares the history of Radious, a company focused on creating a network of distributed workspaces in local communities. The idea originated during the 2020 pandemic lockdowns, where the shift to remote work prompted discussions on the challenges of returning to the office, especially with the commute being a significant barrier. Radious aims to provide flexible and cost-effective solutions by offering a network of workspaces in suburban areas, allowing employees to choose locations based on their needs and preferences. The focus is on reducing commute times, fostering collaboration, and providing diverse workspace options for different activities. Amina encourages a nuanced approach to flexible work solutions, tailored to factors such as culture, innovation, and productivity. She highlights the significance of leveraging data and insights to inform workspace decisions and stresses the importance of robust self-reflection.

A chronic entrepreneur, Amina's companies are merely symptoms of her obsession with putting something meaningful out into the world. Amina began her career as co-founder and Executive Creative Director at Stillmotion, Inc., a five-time Emmy Award-winning band of filmmakers.

Amina became an Adjunct Professor at the University of Oregon's School of Journalism and Communication in 2018, teaching graduate students about the business of storytelling. Radious is her next big thing, an online platform that outfits residential properties with workplace amenities and offers them up for company workdays and team meetings —rented by the day. When she’s not busy building Radious, you’ll find her grunting on the tennis court.

Recently ranked #1 in the Pacific Northwest, she continues to play at a high level and finds her sense of peace crushing it at 100 MPH.

CHAPTERS

01:44 Radious’ different approach to remote work

04:21 The philosophy and benefits of working locally

07:31 The impact of the commute on work & concern for the environment

17:12 Understanding the diversity of work needs and preferences

18:49 The importance of data and self-reflection in remote work

23:03 Adapting to new workforce demands

24:36 The impact of remote work on personal life

25:37 Addressing loneliness in the digital age

26:40 Remote work doesn’t have to mean lonely work

31:08 The role of community in remote work

35:55 The evolution of workspace design

40:29 The importance of collaboration and transparency in workplace policies

42:30 The future of workspaces

LINKS

Radious.pro

Google, The Verge article

Gitlab

Atlassian

Ep. 40 Research Insights: What the Data is Actually Saying about Remote Work - with Kate Lister

IMAGE CREDITS

Airstream location - Radious

Airstream with house - Radious

Airstream with house 2 - Radious

Tiny houses - Radious

Living room with ottomans - Radious

Condo area - Radious

Workers at meeting in winery - Radious

Cabin in woods, green - Radious

Cottage style house - Radious

Employees working in a Radious home - Radious

4 female employees working in a Radious home - Radious

Rooftop - Radious

Gitlab logo- about.gitlab.com

Atlassian logo - atlassian.com

Google, The Verge article - TheVerge.com

Additional images - Canva

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

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Audio and Video Editing by: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

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Rick Brennan, author of “The Atypical Leader”, and champion for the undiagnosed neurodivergent professional shares the secrets of his success in the corporate world, why it’s important to have neurodiversity in the workplace, and how investing in human connection can build your foundation as a leader.

Rick Brennan, author of 'The Atypical Leader', shares his journey from being someone unaware of his neurodivergent temperament to recognizing it as a strength in the corporate world. Rick shares how he built relationships and the critical need for a foundation of trust. He believes we need to look beyond diagnosed conditions and to value the “undiagnosed”. Rick explains how leader-employee interactions can be more “real,” and how fun and hardwork can co-exist together, making for the most inclusive team environments.

Rick Brennan is a retired executive, leadership consultant, author and podcaster whose battle with learning disabilities, anxiety and a host of other neurodivergent conditions leads him to a developing unique perspective and way of doing business.

Following academic struggles in his early years, Rick began to uncover skills emerging from within the very limitations that he was told would be his demise, skills that would ultimately shape his success.

He spent 35 years occupying top executive positions in the Canadian healthcare and pharmacy industry and at one time was responsible for up to 4.5 billion in annual sales across 2500 pharmacies.

Rick is recognized as an outstanding leader, possessing an out-of-the-box management style and an expert team builder. By the end of his corporate career Rick’s teams would secure some of the highest employee engagement scores in the world.

CHAPTERS

00:02:01 The journey of an “Atypical Leader”

00:04:04 Understanding neurodiversity and rick’s diagnosis

00:08:38 Trust and empathy in leadership

00:13:19 The importance of neurodiversity in the workplace

00:19:58 How to build trust in team environments

00:22:49 Adapting to remote work

00:26:25 Why humility is important in leadership

00:30:50 The challenge of building relationships remotely

00:32:24 Why “Done is Better than Perfect”

00:37:10 How fun and hardwork can coexist at work

00:39:07 Using your intuition and the power of human connection in leadership

LINKS

The Atypical Leader

The Atypical Leader Podcast

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Rick Brennan Headshot - Rick Brennan

Atypical Leader book - Rick Brennan

Cardboard pop hat - Canva

Photobomb graphics - Canva

Man at desk, stressed - Canva

Man standing up, stressed - Canva

Girl working from home - Canva

Checklist - Canva

Woman stressed at desk - Canva

Man, plaid shit - Canva

Woman, yellow sweater - Canva

Woman covering ears - Canva

Boat paddling down river - Canva

Working at cubicles - Canva

College checklist - Canva

Man in front of Ivy League school - Canva

Graduates facing forward - Canva

Man smiling in group - Canva

Coworkers meeting - Canva

Sad to happy face - Canva

Negative to positive - Canva

Workers in a group, busy - Canva

Workers around a table, busy - Canva

Man realizing his greatness - Canva

Empowered woman, speaking in front of group - Canva

Bridge, panning - CAnva

Leader speaking to group - Canva

Business partners out to lunch - Canva

Group working 1 - Canva

Group working 2 - Canva

Key note speaker - Canva

Man sitting on the floor - Canva

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

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Audio and Video Editing by: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

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Global Workplace Analytics’ Kate Lister shares her insights on the growth of remote work, the challenges leaders face with the abstract nature of managing virtual teams, and why using data-driven research is important instead of relying on gut-based decision-making at work.

You're listening to episode 38 of the Happy Space Podcast. Today I speak with Kate Lister, founder of Global Workplace Analytics. You'll enjoy her candid take on the future of work.

Kate Lister, president of Global Workplace Analytics, discusses the shift towards remote work and how organizations have been reacting. Kate shares her insights about the importance of moving from gut-based decisions to research-driven strategies and how remote work dramatically increased because of the pandemic. This conversation also highlights the significance of inclusive work practices for employers to retain their workforce. Kate says that it's an era of transformation for businesses, and leaders need to be more intentional, embrace transparency, and grasp the opportunities presented by the changing world of work.

Kate is a widely-recognized thought leader on workplace, workforce, technological, and other trends that are changing the who, what, when, where, and how of work.

She has been helping public and private sector employers optimize their remote, hybrid, and flexible work strategies for nearly two decades.

Kate’s recent client work includes the development and roll-out of hybrid/remote workplace and return-to-office strategies for a global law firm, an automotive industry giant, a regional insurance company, and a behemoth tech firm.

Kate produces a wide range of primary and secondary research and is a trusted source of insights about the future of work for news outlets including the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, and dozens of others. She has appeared on NPR, The Today Show, CNBC Nightly News, Voice of America, Fox News, and dozens of other TV and radio news programs.

As a resident of San Diego, Kate charges extra if she has to travel anywhere with temperatures over 75F or less than 65F, humidity greater than 75%, frequent rain, or bugs. She’s willing to make exceptions for Hawaii and New Zealand. She’s over-the-top nuts about dogs and gardening (as long as it’s not too hot out).

CHAPTERS

00:30 The shift towards remote work

04:15 Leaders tendency towards fear and control in remote work

07:49 The impact of the pandemic on remote work

14:27 How employees experience remote work

21:31 The reality of bias in leaders and the false consensus effect

26:02 #flexibilityisinclusivity and the risks of ignoring equity in remote work

31:24 The importance of data-driven research and avoiding gut decisions

34:27 The role of transparency and accountability in leadership

35:03 The future of distributed and remote work & where we need to go from here

LINKS

Global Workplace Analytics

Shamrock Organization

U.S. General Services Administration

IMAGE CREDITS

Kate Lister headshot - Kate Lister

Global Workplace Analytics logo - Global Workplace Analytics

Circling the Wagons - Canva

Tug of War - Canva

Press Rewind - Canva

Factory Workers - Canva

Shamrock graphic - Canva

Hybrid Work, group surrounding talking screen - Canva

Hybrid Work, group sitting around screen - Canva

Stressed-out employee at desk - Canva

Employee packing up things - Canva

Tense employee at desk - Canva

Stressed employee leaning on wall - Canva

Chess game - Canva

Minority female working on laptop - Canva

Walking through gap - Canva

50/50 Wage Gap - Canva

Employee closing down laptop - Canva

Group of employees talking together - Canva

Mom remote working - Canva

Teenagers walking - Canva

Woman leaving office - Canva

Animated leadership pedestal graphic - Canva

Leader walking in front of employees - Canva

Throwing out money - Canva

Flashing lightbulb - Canva

Martha Johson - Wikipedia

Jack Nilles - LinkedIn

The Office, Michael Scott on floor - Giphy/NBC

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

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MillerKnoll’s Ryan Anderson shares his research and talks about the benefits of respite spaces, place attachment, recognizing your own belonging cues at work, and how being intentional about usable designs makes for the most beautiful workspaces.

You're listening to Episode 37 of the Happy Space Podcast. Today, I speak with MillerKnoll’s Global Research lead, Ryan Anderson, about opportunities for organizations to create more inclusive workspaces that support sustainable performance.

Ryan Anderson, VP of Global Research and Insights at MillerKnoll, shares his research, deep passion, and appreciation for inclusive design. Ryan suggests that we must dramatically rethink our workspaces in order to better reflect our biological, mental, and emotional needs at work. Ryan talks about the current need for “spaces for everyone”, including those who identify as neurodivergent. In addition, he discusses place attachment, the human tendency to form connections with physical spaces, and the challenges and limited opportunities offered by the practice of hoteling. The discussion underscores Clare’s often made point that if you design for wellbeing performance will flow.

Ryan Anderson serves as Vice President of Global Research and Insights at MillerKnoll, renowned workspace and furniture design company. Ryan’s team leads MillerKnoll’s research, shares insights publicly across the world, and provides workplace strategy and design services to MillerKnoll customers.

With nearly thirty years of industry experience, Ryan’s work has centered on how the places we inhabit can be better designed to support healthy, inclusive, and productive communities. Ryan hosts MillerKnoll’s “About Place” podcast on the future of the workplace and regularly speaks at public events about MillerKnoll’s historical and current research.

He is a member of the SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) Executive Network, an Executive Fellow at Woxsen University in Hyderabad India, and has been featured in a wide variety of publications such as The Wall Street Journal, NPR, the BBC, Fortune, Bloomberg, and beyond.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction

05:49 The role of belonging cues in inclusive design

11:28 The business case for inclusive design

19:24 The future of workspace design and commercial real estate

22:55 Respite spaces in the workspace

26:34 The impact of diversity and culture on workspace design

28:49 Sustainable productivity

30:40 The role of leadership in promoting wellbeing and preventing burnout

35:08 Hotelling and depersonalization of office space

40:27 The importance of team-based workplace design

42:13 The need for empathy in the workplace

LINKS

Herman Miller

MillerKnoll

Harkin Institute for Public Policy

Nigel Oseland

Bill Stumpf

Work Better Save the Planet - Lisa Whited

Dr. Greg Wells

IMAGE CREDITS

Ryan Anderson headshot - Ryan Anderson

MillerKnoll logo - MillerKnoll

Car Parked next to bike lanes - Clare Kumar

Nigel Oseland - UCL

Dr. Greg Wells - LinkedIn

Healthcare Recliner - HermanMiller

Harkin Institute of Public Policy - Harkin Institute

Bill Stumpf - MillerKnoll

Employees sitting on couches - MillerKnoll

Workspace with blue couch - MillerKnoll

MillerKnoll chairs - MillerKnoll

MillerKnoll Workspace with TV - MillerKnoll

Employees working at desks - Canva

Employees at front desk with indoor trees - Canva

Employees collaborating at table - Canva

Employee napping at work with blanket - Canva

Employee napping on couch - Canva

Employees napping on bean bags - Canva

Office space, panning out - Canva

Couple designing office - Canva

Employees working around desk - Canva

Designer with color samples - Canva

Employees working around a table with graphs - Canva

1800’s busy street - Canva

1800’s office - Canva

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

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In this solo show, Clare digs into the reasons behind the current tension between leaders and employees. She suggests that it is solvable and offers practical ways to do so.

You’re listening to episode 36 of the Happy Space Podcast, and today it’s me Clare Kumar. We’re going to be talking about “solving the stalemate,” looking closely at the tension between leadership and employees. I’ve got some solutions for you.

News reports keep informing us that leaders and their teams are at odds on how best to get work done. Executives are issuing mandates to return to the office while employees have redefined their ideal way of working and it includes much less or even no time in the office. This tension reveals itself as employees quit, quietly or otherwise. Clare digs into both sides to understand the cause of the standoff. She offers practical ways to bridge the gap such as ten ways leaders can create more effective teams and introduces the new Happy Space® Work Style Profile™ to help workers articulate what conditions invite their best performance. The profile is part of the Happy Space® Total Team Work™ program to help leaders and their teams co-create their future of work.

Productivity catalyst, highly sensitive executive coach, and international speaker Clare Kumar explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity. She inspires individuals to design for well-being and cultivate sustainable performance while avoiding exhaustion and burnout. She encourages leaders to co-create the future of work with their teams all while respecting neurodiversity and humanity. This is a topic Clare explores with innovators here as the host of the Happy Space Podcast.

Clare draws on a diverse corporate career that took her from Toronto to Tokyo and Montreal, with equal experience as an award-winning entrepreneur. She is a sought-after media contributor to news and lifestyle shows including the Huffington Post, Fast Company, the Globe and Mail, CBC Radio, The Social, and the Marilyn Denis Show. Whether speaking to one person or thousands, Clare loves inspiring massive shifts by inviting you to pay attention to little things that make a big difference.

CHAPTERS

00:01:40 Tension between Leaders and Employees

00:04:09 In case we haven’t met before…

00:05:47 Productivity is personal and flexibility is inclusivity

00:07:27 Remote vs. in-person work

00:08:37 Leaders’ attitudes towards control and management

00:13:47 What employees are really thinking

00:15:05 The world has gone through significant challenges

00:16:40 Building a culture in a world of “black Zoom squares”

00:20:42 10 ways leaders can create more effective teams

00:32:37 Taking the Happy Space® Work Style™ Profile

00:35:07 Sharing your profile with others & the value of disclosure

00:38:54 Happy Space® Total Team Work™ Program

00:43:06 Where to find Total Team Work™ program, Work Style profile, and links.

LINKS

For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

Clare’s blog post - DEI Is Not Dead

SHRM Inclusion Conference

Amy Edmondson

Work Style Profile

Total Team Work

Redesigning Work for People and the Planet - with Lisa Whited

The Case for Including the Disabled - with Denis Boudreau

Championing Accessibility at Work - Marjorie Aunos

A Fresh Look at Sensivity - with Andre Solo

IMAGE CREDITS

Pregnant woman smiling at camera - Canva

Pregnant woman folding clothes - Canva

Woman going through closet - Canva

Summer hat - Canva

Small trampoline - Canva

3 men jumping on trampoline - Canva

Orange arrow - Canva

Woman struggling at work - Canva

Bird's eye view, office workers - Canva

Woman sorting jeans on hangers - Canva

Jeans, folded on shelf - Canva

Woman in coffee shop, working on laptop - Canva

Woman in library, working on laptop - Canva

Two people chatting, Canva

Group of people discussing around table - Canva

Large group of people discussing around table - Canva

Woman on laptop, typing - Canva

Two women sharing phone - Canva

Four male workers sharing project - Canva

Man in a wheelchair stops at staircase - Canva

Woman fixes her collar, wearing a sweater - Canva

Family making dinner together - Canva

Two kids baking - Canva

Work Style Profile slide images - Canva

Total Team Work slide images - Canva

Employee vs. Leader slide images - Canva

Black "zoom squares" - Clare Kumar

Clare Kumar headshot - Clare Kumar

Learn more about and follow Clare Kumar on:

Instagram - @clarekumar

Youtube - @ClareKumar

Twitter - @streamlife

LinkedIn - Clare Kumar

Website - https://clarekumar.com/

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch the video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Audio and Video Editing by: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi from Pixabay

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Exploring the concept of I D E A in workplaces, that exclusion has a cost, and how one small change can make a world of difference and bring us closer to more inclusive businesses with IDEA Thought Leader, Michael Bach.

You’re listening to episode 35 of the Happy Space Podcast. Today we’re exploring the idea that I D E A is a business imperative with thought leader and fellow word nerd, Michael Bach.

Veteran advocate Michael Bach shares his insights on I D E A - inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility, and why what we call it matters less than the actions we take. Not only have we been ineffective, for example, we’ve had years of antibias training that hasn’t worked, many actions can be considered performative. Michael inspires us to take bolder steps to make a lasting difference.

Michael Bach is a nationally and internationally recognized thought leader and subject matter expert in the fields of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. He founded the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI), CCDI Consulting and Pride at Work Canada.

Prior to taking on this role, he was the national leader for diversity, equity, and inclusion for KPMG Canada. Additionally, Michael spent 2½ years as Deputy Chief Diversity Officer for KPMG International.

Most recently, in 2023, he was named as one of the 10 Most Influential DE&I Leaders Revamping The Future by CIO Views Magazine.

His 2020 book Birds of All Feathers: Doing Diversity and Inclusion Right is a Globe and Mail, Toronto Star, and Amazon bestseller, and recipient of the silver 2020 Nautilus Book Award in the category of Rising to the Moment, and a finalist in the Legacy Nonfiction category for the American Bookfest's Best Book Awards. His new book Alphabet Soup: The Essential Guide to LGBTQ2+ Inclusion at Work was released in March of 2022 and is a Toronto Star bestseller and finalist in the General Nonfiction category for the American Bookfest's Best Book Awards.

He lives between Toronto and Palm Springs with his husband Mike, and their two fur-babies Sasha and Pepper.

CHAPTERS

00:06:13 - The concept behind IDEA

00:14:00 Avoiding the cost of exclusion

00:18:05 How research has played a role in diversity/inclusion

00:22:00 How other businesses have been practicing inclusion

00:31:40 The rise of flexible and remote workplaces

00:33:51 Where are we now? + Land acknowledgement as a performative action

00:39:26 What action can you take now?

LINKS

2007 Catalyst Census Research of Women Board Directors

Accenture - Public Accountability for Leadership diversity -

SHRM DEI Initiatives

SHRM Inclusion 2024

Salesforce

Michael Bach Website

IMAGE CREDITS

Group working at table - Canva

Women standing in group together - Canva

Michael Bach headshot - Michael Bach

Catalyst logo - Catalyst.org

Accenture logo - Accenture.com

Group of diverse individuals - Canva

Pride parade street - Canva

Pride flag in front of building - Canva

Hand holding pride flag - Canva

Girl waving Pride flag, turning - Canva

Trans rights protest - Canva

Indigenous dream catchers - Canva

Indigenous woman - Canva

Pig with lips - Canva

Nick Bloom - LinkedIN

Reconciliation Stone - Clare Kumar

Birds of All Feathers - Michael Bach

Alphabet Soup - Michael Bach

Learn more about Michael Bach:

Instagram - @themichaelbach

Youtube - @TheMichaelBach

Twitter - @TheMichaelBach

LinkedIn - themichaelbach

Website - https://www.michaelbach.com/

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Audio and Video Editing by: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi from Pixabay

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Exploring how to change the way we think about business and work to respect both people and the planet, with workplace expert and award-winning author Lisa Whited.

With the planet on fire and burnout an epidemic, we need to do things differently. Yet, until we reach the tipping point for social change, if only 8% of people can be counted on to do the “right thing”, what can we do to close the gap?

Workplace expert Lisa Whited shares practical actions leaders can take to create more inclusive ways of working and treat resources with greater respect. With her holistic outlook on work, Lisa believes that when work is better, our world is better.

Lisa Whited is an award-winning author and workplace expert. Her book, “Work Better. Save the Planet”, is a guide for building employee engagement while positively impacting climate change. Lisa is also an advocate for improving work and the workplace for people with invisible disabilities. Being the granddaughter of a potato farmer and the daughter of an engineer informs her work ethic and love of solving problems.

CHAPTERS

00:03:31 Drawing hope

00:06:59 Patagonia and Conscious Capitalism

00:12:04 The circular economy

00:17:44 Fear of managing expectation and a path forward

00:21:13 Work Style Profile

00:24:07 The challenge of managing the abstract

00:28:18 Sprinkle rest and leisure throughout the day

00:35:00 Asoebi

LINKS

For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

Episode 16 – Still in Search of Excellence – with Tom Peters

Episode 31 – Make Your Work-life Bloom – with Dan Pontefract

How to Achieve Sustainable Remote Work | The New Yorker by Cal Newport

DRiVE: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink

John Mackey

Raj Sisodia

Eileen Fisher, clothing brand

EILEEN FISHER Renew - lightly used clothing

Waste No More

Bundles, clothing brand

Community: The Structure of Belonging - Kindle edition by Block, Peter. Politics & Social Sciences Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

Work Style Profile

Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear

Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport

Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Bill Gifford and Peter Attia

IMAGE CREDITS

Lisa Whited Headshot - Lisa Whited

Lisa and Family wearing their Asoebi - Lisa Whited

DRiVE: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink - Goodreads

Girl eating pizza - Canva

Woman trying on clothes - Canva

Rotating earth graphic - Canva

Woman browsing used clothes - Canva

Teen browsing clothes on phone - Canva

Woman donating clothes - Canva

Person tossing bottle from car - Canva

Woman corporate leader - Canva

Group of young workers - Canva

Female leader interacting with group - Canva

Boy looking at phone - Canva

Woman looking at phone - Canva

Man sitting, isolated - Canva

Forest fire, aerial view - Canva

Melted polar ice caps - Canva

Learn more and follow Lisa on:

Website

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Audio and Video Editing: Jaclyn Enchin

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by WatR. from Pixabay

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We have a declared global intent to be more inclusive of those with disabilities as expressed in the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Despite being created in 2006 and with 183 countries on board, there is much work to do.

Furthering this work is my guest today, Denis Boudreau. Find out how Denis connected his own feelings of being marginalized as a young boy to empathy and compassion for the disabled community and why there is such a strong business case to create more inclusive organizations. He also shares his perspective on what is getting in the way of leaders from taking action and what to do about it.

Denis Boudreau has been bringing his talent to inclusive design in the online world since the early 2000s. Today he is a consultant, trainer, coach and speaker helping organizations create truly inclusive digital experiences for everyone, especially those who are marginalized. Denis founded Inklusiv Communication to work with leaders who want to develop inclusive communication skills online or from the stage, and remove barriers for the up to 40% of the population who struggle with technology.

CHAPTERS

00:03:06 What brought Denis to what he does now

00:06:10 Acts of compassion for others

00:15:08 UN Convention for Rights with People with Disabilities

00:21:53 Why businesses should consider the disabled

00:28:14 What is holding leaders back?

00:31:51 Asking others what they need to work best

00:37:33 Is it safe to speak up?

00:39:26 Navigating around our disabilities

00:42:35 Denis’ 15 Keys

LINKS

For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

Ontario ADA

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act

Accessible Canada Act

How Can a Watermark be a Human Rights Issue?

Happy Space Work Style Profile

Episode 30 – Creating a Speak-Up Culture – with Stephen Shedletsky

Unlock your 15 keys to a diverse and empowered workplace

The Inclusive Speaker: How to Truly Connect With All of Your Audience Without Leaving Anyone Behind

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

A blind person using a computer - credit

Colorblind test - credit

Police car chase - credit

Map of Quebec - credit

weare22percent - credit Clare Kumar

Group of disabled people - credit

Someone in a wheelchair grocery shopping - credit

Someone talking to HR - credit

ASK Model - credit

Learn more about and follow Denis:

Instagram

Twitter

Website

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

CREDITS

Audio and Video Editing by To Be Reel

Production Assistant by Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by WatR. from Pixabay

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If we want our world to be more inclusive, we need to pay close attention to accessibility - the ease with which individuals can participate - at work, at home, and in daily life. Disability consultant Marj Aunos shares her highly relevant personal and professional lived experience. We explore what compelled Marj to dedicate her life to supporting adults with intellectual disabilities at a tender 20 years old, what motivated her when she became a paraplegic as a single mom to her 16-month-old son, and how to be a better ally to those who have accessibility challenges.

Marjorie Aunos, Ph.D. is a researcher, speaker, and consultant on accessibility and inclusion. She teaches organizations and educators to solution-find and build environments that are accessible, inclusive, and welcoming to families with disabilities. Marjorie is an internationally award-winning speaker, author of Mom on Wheels: The Power of Purpose as a Paraplegic Parent and contributing author to We Got This: Essays By Disabled Parents. Her TEDx talk “What we can learn from disabled parents” has over 150,000 views.

CHAPTERS

00:03:20 Marjorie's journey

00:08:00 Building support networks

00:14:40 An invitation for greater empathy

00:16:47 Purpose from a young age

00:21:00 What has shifted in recent years?

00:24:30 Visible vs. invisible challenges

00:27:55 How and when to help

00:30:14 Do we treat those with disabilities differently?

00:34:00 Acknowledge the disabled as experts

LINKS

Fyre Festival

Benny & Joon (1993)

UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

How Can a Watermark be a Human Rights Matter?

Hidden Disabilities

Rick Hansen Foundation

Hold That Door…! Opportunities to Improve Accessibility are Closer Than You Think

Remembering Air India Flight 182

What we can learn from parents with disabilities | Marjorie Aunos | TEDxWesternU

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

Marjorie and Thomas - credit Marjorie Aunos

Accessible space - Envato Elements

Old wheelchair symbol - Wiki Commons

Sunflower lanyard - credit Hidden Disabilities

Ramps in public places - Canva

New wheelchair symbol - Wiki Commons

dontpushmearound - credit Clare Kumar

Learn more about and follow Marjorie:

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

Youtube

Website

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

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Audio and Video Editing: To Be Reel

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by WatR. from Pixabay

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Dan is the best-selling author of four books: “Lead. Care. Win.”, “Open to Think”, “The Purpose Effect”, and “Flat Army”. A renowned speaker, Dan has presented at four different TED events and also writes for Forbes and Harvard Business Review. Dan is an adjunct professor at the University of Victoria, Gustavson School of Business and has garnered more than 20 industry awards over his career. He is also a huge fan of Canadian band “The Tragically Hip”.

Employee engagement has been stuck at sad, low levels ever since pollsters have been measuring it. And each year, leaders are tasked with bringing levels up, but how?

My friend Dan Pontefract, leadership strategist, culture change expert, speaker, Tragically Hip superfan (if you’re Canadian, you’ll understand this), and best-selling author of four books, joins us today to share his thoughts on how you can make Work and Life Bloom…no coincidence, that’s the title of his newest book… “Work-Life Bloom”. Dan suggests we have been getting leadership's definition wrong, largely because of three big myths: Work-life balance is a zero-sum game, the invitation for authenticity has only been lip service, and focusing on employee engagement has been a complete miss.

CHAPTERS

00:03:23 Book origins

00:07:01 A sense of agency and autonomy

00:10:45 Speaking up when necessary

00:13:34 The 4 Personas

00:17:48 Leaders getting involved

00:26:44 Are we expecting too much of our leaders?

00:31:16 What is the perception of leaders?

00:36:27 Dan's overarching goal

LINKS

Gallup

Blessing/White

Aon Hewitt

Gallup - Employee Engagement

World Health Organization - Burn-out an "occupational phenomenon"

Dr. Vivek H. Murthy

Eagle Consulting

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Telus Mobility

“Awakening Compassion at Work” by Monica Worline and Jane Dutton - Goodreads

“Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team that Flourishes” by Dan Pontefract - Goodreads

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

Someone looking defeated - Envato Elements

Someone using a stationary bike -Canva

Leader and employee talking -Canva

Work-Life Bloom Model - credit Dan Pontefract

Dr. Vivek H. Murthy - credit Twitter

Flower blooming - Envato Elements

Two ropes intertwining - Canva

People working in cubicles - Envato Elements

A cross-section of an iceberg - credit

“Awakening Compassion at Work” by Monica Worline and Jane Dutton - credit Goodreads

“Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team that Flourishes” by Dan Pontefract - credit Dan Pontefract

Learn more about and follow Dan:

Website

Instagram

Twitter

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

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Audio and Video Editing by: To Be Reel

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by WatR. from Pixabay

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Stephen Shedletsky is a Leadership Speaker, Author, and Coach. He has spent years helping leaders make it safe and worth it for people to speak up. Inspired by the work of Simon Sinek, Shed became the fourth person to join his team where for more than a decade, he contributed as Chief of Staff and Head of Brand Experience, Training & Development, and headed a global team of speakers and facilitators. Shed graduated from the Richard Ivey School of Business with a focus on leadership, communication, and strategy. He also received his coaching certification from The Co-Active Training Institute.

I’m not sure entirely why but I’ve been speaking up for most of my life, but not everyone speaks up and not in every situation. I have been wondering about why that is and was thrilled when I learned that Stephen Shedletsky, aka Shed, was also deeply curious about this topic, especially in the workplace. Join us in this conversation as we explore why he felt the need to write this book now, how our environment can pressure us into being unethical, and the value of transitioning to a speak-up culture.

CHAPTERS

00:05:27 Why this book and why now?

00:08:37 The value of transitioning to a speak-up culture

00:10:22 Personality versus environment

00:14:07 Combatting apathy

00:15:00 Low safety but high impact

00:17:00 A bad pickle

00:18:59 Leaders who listen

00:21:59 Environment can pressure us into being unethical

00:24:45 Human attributes rather than soft skills

00:29:30 Nelson Mandela on sitting in a circle and speaking last

00:32:30 Advice for speaking up

LINKS

For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

Simon Sinek

If Your Employees Aren't Speaking Up, Blame Company Culture, Hemant Kakkar and Subra Tangirala

Hemant Kakkar

Amy Edmonson

Happy Space Podcast episode 16 - Still in Search of Excellence - with Tom Peters

Alan Mulally

Indra Nooyi

Scott Sonenshein

Nelson Mandela

Craig Ferguson

IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video)

Simon Sinek - credit Simon Sinek website

Amy Edmonson - credit Amy Edmonson's website

Happy Space Podcast episode 16 with Tom Peters - credit Clare Kumar

Alan Mulally - credit Wiki Commons

Indra Nooyi - credit LinkedIn

Scott Sonenshein - credit LinkedIn

Nelson Mandela - Wiki Commons

Craig Ferguson - Wiki Commons

Learn more about and follow Stephen:

Facebook

Instagram

Youtube

Twitter

Website

Speak-Up Culture Website

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊

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Audio and Video Editing: To Be Reel

Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

Song Credit: Cali by WatR. from Pixabay

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Having had to leave numerous experiences because of sensory overwhelm, I was immediately drawn to the work of Google’s The NEU Project which shares rich resources evolved from Google’s Experience Institute.

After learning about the Google Experience Institute (Xi) and The NEU Project, I knew I had to speak with the Strategic Lead of Global Event Solutions for Google, Megan Henshall. Hear what brought Megan to do this important work, why it matters, and her simple advice to leaders who want to make a difference for their own teams. She’ll also let you in on the three futures she spends 60% of her time thinking about.

Megan (she/her) joined Google in April 2019 and serves as the Global Events Solutions, Strategic Lead. She partners across Google to understand how events drive business, build communities, and promote cultural continuity, informing strategy for a global team of amazing event professionals. She leads an internal/external innovation effort called the Google Experience Institute (Xi), focused on the future of human-centered, multi-modal experience design.

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00:03:41 Megan's journey to this important work

00:06:01 Global Event Solutions - today and tomorrow

00:07:19 Pandemic effects on work culture

00:08:50 The pandemic boosted sensitivity

00:10:00 Sensitivity and neurodivergence may be evolutionary

00:13:10 The definition of neurodivergence

00:16:38 Neurodivergent people speaking up

00:18:57 Leadership resistance to being inclusive

00:21:00 Museum concept event

00:23:09 The Experience Institute (Xi) and The NEU Project

00:28:36 The error in fundamental attribution

00:30:24 The three futures

00:38:12 What a leader can do

LINKS

Episode 10 - Hiring for Neurodiversity - with Keith Isaac, TD Bank

Episode 15 – A Fresh Look at Sensitivity – with Andre Sólo

Episode 27 – The Undeniable Value of Neurodiversity – with Theo Smith

Google Experience Institute

Marcus Buckingham

Love + Work by Marcus Buckingham - Goodreads

Newton Cheng - Director of Health + Performance, Google

Belonging by Geoffrey L. Cohen - Goodreads

IMEX America

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Megan and Otis - credit Megan Henshall

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Love + Work book cover - credit Goodreads

Newton Cheng - credit LInkedIn

Clip of inside of Opryland Hotel - credit Clare Kumar

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - credit Clare Kumar

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Exploring a seemingly old-fashioned and often overlooked key ingredient necessary for workforce inclusion, organizational psychologist Gena Cox reminds us that the way we make people feel matters. As a highly sensitive person able to quickly assess whether respect is present in interactions… or not, Gena encourages leaders to make compassionate action the norm. She shares the 3 C’s every leader needs to adopt and encourages everyone to get an “Inclusion MBA”.

Dr. Gena Cox is an Organizational Psychologist, Leadership Impact Strategist, Executive Coach, Speaker, and award-winning author. She is known for her nuanced, multi-disciplinary insights and honest-but-supportive style.

Gena spent decades working in and consulting to global companies, including the Fortune 500. Now, in her private practice, she works with leaders personally to optimize their impact and influence, and to build respect-first, inclusive organizations.

Tune in to Gena’s insights for a more inclusive tomorrow.

CHAPTERS

00:00:00 Intro

00:03:38 Change you can feel

00:09:50 The key to inclusive leadership

00:11:58 Deciphering respect

00:16:57 Understanding culture

00:19:23 Gena's generosities

00:20:29 Response to DEI initiatives

00:25:13 The Global South has had enough

00:28:30 The Inclusion MBA

LINKS

Blog post - Four Step P.L.A.N. to Get Organized™

"Five Love Languages" by Gary Chapman

Michael J Fox on CBS News

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George Floyd - credit Wiki Commons

Maya Angelou - credit Depositphotos

“Five Love Languages” by Gary Chapman - credit Clare Kumar

Thai people smiling - credit Envato Elements

Japanese commuters not engaging with each other - credit Envato Elements

Michael J Fox - credit Wiki Commons

Lisa Whited - credit LinkedIn

“Work Better: Save The Planet” by Lisa Whited - credit Clare Kumar

Jamie Dimon - CEO JP Morgan Chase - credit LinkedIn

REDI “Respect to Lead” Model and eBook - credit Gena Cox

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

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In this thought-provoking episode you’ll hear from neurodiversity advocate Theo Smith. We dive into his experiences with the education system, the shift in messaging around neurodivergence, and the importance of language in fostering inclusivity. Don't miss this enlightening conversation on caring for neuroatypical individuals and creating thriving neuro-inclusive work environments.

Theo Smith is a neurodiversity and inclusive recruitment advocate, co-founder of Neurodiversity at Work Ltd and Neurodiversity World, and top voice on LinkedIn. He is the award-winning co-author of “Neurodiversity at Work: Drive Innovation, Performance, and Productivity with a Neurodiverse Workforce”, and hosts the podcast “Neurodiversity with Theo Smith”. He was a professional actor before becoming a leading expert in recruitment. Now, utilizing his thespian skills he inspires organization and champions the idea that neurodiversity is not only the future of work but extends far beyond.

CHAPTERS

00:00:00 Intro

00:00:00 Journey to advocacy

00:00:00 Toxic choices

00:00:00 ADHD and autism take off on Tiktok

00:00:00 Profiting off ADHD

00:00:00 The language of neurodiversity

00:00:00 Where to connect with Theo

LINKS

For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

Website: Neurodiversity at Work

Book on Amazon: Neurodiversity at Work: Drive Innovation, Performance and Productivity with a Neurodiverse Workforce

Podcast: Neurodiversity with Theo Smith

Professor Amanda Kirby

Judy Singer

KAI Foundation

Private ADHD Clinics Exposed

Professor Marie Johnston

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Craig Bowler has been with Home Depot Canada for 27 years, and 10 of those have been working in Merchandising. Currently a Lighting Merchant, he believes in a hands-on approach when working with customers, approaching them on the sales floor to get direct feedback from them on their extensive lighting displays.

In this episode, Craig and I explore the history of lighting and a bit of the evolution over the past 20 years. We explore what new lighting developments are on offer and how Home Depot can help you understand what they are. And we also explore some of where we think lighting ought to go. This knowledge opens up the field to have important conversations, which are useful for suppliers, customers, and especially those who are sensitive to light.

CHAPTERS

00:00:00 Intro

00:04:30 The evolution of lighting

00:11:10 General public awareness of lighting

00:14:45 The right type of light depending on space

00:16:30 The history of led lighting

00:18:09 Upgrading lighting at home

00:24:30 Continually upgrading our lighting

00:26:30 Should lights be left on 24/7?

00:27:45 Light pollution

00:29:44 Keeping light pollution at a minimum

00:31:31 Making more thoughtful choices

00:34:39 Educating the consumer on lighting

00:38:29 Keeping it friendly for customers

00:42:32 Bright LED lights in cars

00:45:30 Home Depot Canada lighting selection

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For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

Home Depot Canada

Dyson Solarcycle Morph™ Desk light

Dark Sky Legislation

Ontario Building Code

f.lux

AMA adopts guidance to reduce harm from high intensity street lights

Dr. Samer Hattar

Seasonal Affective Disorder

HappyLight® Lumi light therapy lamp

Stellantis

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Led lights - credit Clare Kumar

Adjustable lighting temperatures - credit Clare Kumar

Philips Hue - credit Shawna Friedberg

Circadian rhythm - credit Canva

Color temperature - credit Clare Kumar

Brightly-lit garage - credit Canva

Children in school - credit Canva

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Productivity catalyst, highly sensitive executive coach, and international speaker Clare Kumar examines the intersection of productivity and inclusivity – paying attention to both being and doing. She inspires individuals to design for well-being and cultivate sustainable performance while avoiding exhaustion and burnout. Clare encourages leaders to design inclusive performance to invite the richest contributions from every member of their team. This is a topic Clare explores with innovators as host of the Happy Space Podcast.

Clare draws on a diverse corporate career that took her from Toronto to Tokyo and Montreal, with equal experience as an entrepreneur. She is a sought-after media contributor to news and lifestyle shows including the Huffington Post, Fast Company, the Globe and Mail, CBC Radio, The Social, and the Marilyn Denis Show. Whether speaking to one person or thousands, Clare loves inspiring massive shifts by inviting you to pay attention to little things that make a big difference. She welcomes all highly sensitive professionals as well as those who want to love and support them to find community in the Happy Space Pod.

With the podcast reaching its 1 year anniversary in April, I realized I was feeling compelled to widen the perspective of the podcast. High sensitivity will always be the lens through which I perceive the world and sometimes be the subject of what we explore, but through giving leadership workshops all through the pandemic about how leaders need to evolve to invite their team’s best performance, it seemed time to look at challenges and opportunities more comprehensively - to benefit wider groups of marginalized individuals.

We all deserve an opportunity for rich and fulfilling lives. Since giving is the precursor to receiving, we all deserve an opportunity to be contribute. Indeed, everyone deserves a Happy Space.

CHAPTERS

00:00:00 Intro

00:04:32 The Museletter

00:05:09 The Seed™ Model

00:13:05 Highlighting past Happy Space Podcast episodes

00:13:17 Regulate

00:19:09 Design

00:24:34 Leadership

00:29:49 Systemic change

00:33:03 Through the lens of sensitivity & beyond… integrating

00:39:02 The ASK Model™

LINKS

Email Clare

Visit Clare’s website

All episodes of the Happy Space Podcast

Elaine Aaron

Kristen Neff

David Clutterbuck

How to Make Workplaces More Inclusive For People with Invisible Disabilities

Book Launchers

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We’ve seen a dramatic rise in people working from home through the pandemic, but what about our digital nomads and remote workers, and others who wish to explore our world while they work. For organizations that wish to draw from a global talent pool and benefit from the diversity that it inherently brings, you’ll want to stay on the right side of the the law…especially as they are evolving.

Joining me today is the co-founder of Work From Anywhere and remote work compliance specialist, John Lee. Having already launched a startup related to cultural understanding, John now focuses on assisting organizations and individuals in assessing risk and ensuring compliance around remote work.

Tune in as John shares what individuals and organization must consider when it come to remote work, the demographic shifts that will influence our future - such as the confluence of remote work with global migration and AI - and learn how you can get a quick answer to complex questions about managing risk.

Co-Founder and CEO, John Lee speaks 6 languages and has travelled to 60+ countries. Over the last 20 years he has lived in Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands and Thailand. His previous start-up, CultureMee, an intercultural communication platform, won “Best Travel Technology Product” at the Global Youth Travel Awards in 2018. Prior to CultureMee, John held senior finance roles in FTSE listed CRH Plc. There, he travelled to over 150+ locations over a 10 year period and got to see first hand the challenges of dealing with complex corporate tax, individual tax and employment law across multiple jurisdictions.

CHAPTERS

00:00:00 Intro

00:05:02 How John came up with the idea for Work From Anywhere

00:09:50 The evolution of remote work

00:10:50 Digital nomad versus remote worker

00:19:00 Elevated skill set

00:23:15 Balancing tax rates to attract both organizations and employees

00:28:30 Demographic changes and global migration

00:32:00 Whom does "Work From Anywhere" serve?

Links

CRH

Vox Article "The Return to the Office Won't Save the Office"

Laila Von

World Economic Forum article “The next billion workers”

Running Remote Community

International Remote Work: Global Talent Impact, Taxes to Lives

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Cascais - credit Elements Envato

Work from Anywhere logo - credit website

Deloitte logo - Wiki Commons

CRH logo - credit website

World map - credit Elements Envato

Ribbon Cutting - credit Elements Envato

Digital Nomad- credit Elements

Map and Passports - credit Elements Envato

Son huggin father - credit Canva

Remote work - credit Canva

American Airlines image - Wiki Commons

Futurist Map - credit Elements Envato

Nick Bloom headshot - credit LinkedIn

Return to office - credit Elements Envato

Kids and dad - credit Elements Envato

John and family - credit John Lee

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Robbie has been recognized as a networking expert by NPR, Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Inc, and as an expert in virtual event design by JDC Events.

His three books that have collectively received over 600 5-star reviews - a couple of them being mine, and I wouldn’t be surprised if his fourth is about how to effectively launch a book, or the bigger topic of how to effectively engage your fans to not only build your business but to also support your charity of choice.

Since 2016, Robbie has also hosted the On the Schmooze podcast and, since March 2020, the #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hour.

For some of us, Zoom went from saviour and social glue in March of 2020 as to virtually satan in March of 2023 with far too much tedious time looking at faceless black rectangles.

Enter the latest book by networking enthusiast, Robbie Samuels: Break out of Boredom - Low tech solutions for highly engaging zoom events. Robbie had me at low tech, but what really drew me to this book and to everything Robbie does is his naturally inclusive spirit and chronic generosity.

The point of this podcast is to celebrate the design of inclusive performance and I can think of no one who thinks about welcoming people as intuitively as Robbie does. So think of this book as not only a guide to Zoom events, but way beyond that to small things you can do to have big impact #littlebigthings in creating a culture where people feel safe & comfortable enough to contribute.

CHAPTERS

00:00:00 Intro

00:05:39 Where does your warmth & grace come from?

00:10:37 The difference between being invited and feeling welcome

00:13:10 Achieving content & connection in a virtual world

00:15:04 What is an unconference?

00:19:50 The origins of book two: Small List, Big Results

00:20:14 From No More Bad Zoom to book three

00:29:30 The value of cueing transitions

00:35:20 Advance slides behind the scenes

00:36:10 Speak to each point on a slide

00:39:30 Adding music...or not

00:41:03 Universal design

00:41:55 Building community

00:43:12 Neurological safety

00:45:23 Purpose-first design

00:46:04 High-performing teams pay less attention to tone, but at what cost?

00:47:42 Continuous improvement - get 5% better every time

LINKS

Susan Roane’s books

Robbie explaining SoJust

“Croissant vs Bagels” by Robbie Samuels book - Robbie’s website - Goodreads

Robbie Samuels Ted Talk - Croissants are the Key to Inclusive Networking

Dorie Clark website

“Small List, Big Results” by Robbie Samuels book - Robbie’s website - Goodreads

“Community” by Peter Block book - Peter’s website - Goodreads

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Imagine you're not just shy, but actually debilitatingly paralyzed at the thought of interacting with other people. That's what Russell Norris describes when he talks about his journey with social anxiety. He's the author of “Red Face: How I Learned to Live With Social Anxiety” and my guest today. We go through a fascinating discussion to learn more about what his struggle was really like and some of the strategies that he tried and found successful and some that maybe didn't work so well in his journey to be able to live successfully with this challenge. It was a fascinating discussion and I urge you to not only listen to our conversation today but also to check out his book. It's a wonderful picture of this challenge, which afflicts many, many people, and is also useful for anybody looking to build self-regulation skills.

After battling social anxiety for years, Russell Norris became an exec at a leading advertising agency in London. He is an author and a UX Copy Director at Fast Radius, a leading cloud manufacturing and digital supply chain company, however, his experience with words has spanned across many sectors. He's married, with two children – and Red Face was his first non-fiction book.

CHAPTERS

00:07:52 The value of a diagnosis

00:12:30 The impact of trauma and stress

00:15:30 Turning to alcohol

00:21:20 Beta blockers to Russell's rescue

00:22:40 The calming power of exercise

00:24:00 Self-acceptance is healing

00:27:30 No quick fix...except maybe children

00:30:31 What part has bravery played?

00:32:49 The challenge of speaking up

00:37:03 Introversion versus social anxiety

00:38:10 Men not talking about mental health

LINKS

Happy Space Podcast ep. 14 - Managing Anxiety with a Mindset Coach - with Paul Sheppard

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Red Face cover - credit Russell Norris

Erythrophobia - credit Clare Kumar

Paul Sheppard, mindset coach, ep 14 - credit Paul Sheppard

Book Cover The Myth of Normal - credit Goodreads

Gabor Mate - credit website

Clare's book club - Clare Kumar

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

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Joe dropped by to share his wisdom about encouraging employee commitment. There is much tension between leaders and employees and Joe gives practical suggestions about what leaders can do to make their companies “destination organizations”. We also explore the Employalty Scorecard and its critical ingredients for maximum engagement. I was specifically interested in the importance of flexibility as it relates to a job being an ideal fit. He paints a frank picture of the current world of work and the opportunities we must reach for.

Joe Mull is the author of 3 books including “No More Team Drama” and “Employalty: How to Ignite Commitment and Keep Top Talent in the New Age of Work”. He is the founder of the BossBetter Leadership Academy and hosts the popular “Boss Better Now” podcast, which was recently named by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) as a “can’t miss show for leaders”.

Joe has taught leadership courses at two major universities and previously managed training at one of the largest healthcare systems in the U.S. Joe has appeared as an expert in multiple media outlets including Forbes, the International Business Times, on ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, and on Good Morning America. As you listen to Joe, you’ll find it no surprise that he is an in-demand speaker.

CHAPTERS

00:04:00 The meaning of Employalty

00:04:39 Where does commitment come from?

00:07:45 Upgrades to quality of life

00:11:35 Commitment and retention appear when...

00:12:10 The Employalty Framework

00:13:41 Leadership resistance to flexibility

00:15:42 Leadership lack of trust

00:17:40 Not being treated as a human being with integrity

00:19:20 Percentage of rare bad apples

00:21:00 Trust first

00:22:48 The dehumanization of workers and suffering at work

00:25:56 Journey to advocacy

00:28:37 What do employees need to take responsibility for?

00:32:00 The importance of and lack of connection at work

00:38:40 What's happening with DEI initiatives?

00:43:32 Busting myths: No one wants to work anymore

LINKS

Julie Morgenstern NAPO "Stand Out" podcast Interview - Napo Podcast - Youtube

Podcast interview with DEI expert Barbara Polk - Napo Podcast - Youtube

Find Joe’s Books on Amazon - United States - Canada

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Family - credit Envato Elements

Fit person - credit Envato Elements

Tired person - Envato Elements

Japanese commuter train - credit Envato Elements

The Employalty Scorecard - credit Joe Mull

Folding laundry - credit Envato Elements

workplacemyopia - credit Clare Kumar

Airport security and fluids - credit Envato Elements

Senior grocery store clerk - credit Envato Elements

Unhappy worker stuck in char - credit Envato Elements

Theo and Elliot - sleeping in various places, playing - credit Clare Kumar

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

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Production Assistant: Luis Rodriguez

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After a dramatic exit from her corporate job, Nola Simon invites us to learn from the past as we design a more human-centric workscape. Touching on the importance of flexibility, Simon encourages building leadership skills to become more adept at managing a dispersed workforce. We examine the disconnect between leaders and employees, the need for clear and effective communication and examples of leaders’ efforts to build their understanding of both employee and customer experience. Simon emphasizes how critical it is to define the tasks that are necessary to drive results, and to honour the need for employee mastery and autonomy to drive better business outcomes.

A hybrid/remote consultant and sought-after authority in the field, Nola Simon has over a decade of experience working in a hybrid or remote fashion while tending billion-dollar relationships. Nola is the creator of the Hybrid/Remote Centre of Excellence, a platform for professionals to learn, exchange ideas and knowledge. As a writer, podcaster, and consultant, she provides innovative strategy and insights into the future of work and distributed work. And, as a dynamic speaker, Nola helps individuals and organizations navigate the rapidly changing world of work and to create a flexible, inclusive future by inspiring individuals and organizations to operationalize change.

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00:04:00 Why the Hybrid / Remote Centre of Excellence?

00:06:00 Prepandemic report card

00:07:10 Going into the office after feeling sick

00:15:04 Ergonomics and leadership blindness

00:20:30 Egocentric bias and a quest for control

00:26:19 Leadership skills for results-only work

00:28:50 The importance of connection

00:31:22 Building a personal brand to boost connection

LINKS

For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast

Salesforce leadership transition

Future Forum

Staples Canada Future of Work Report

Tom Peters

Ep 16 - Still in Search of Excellence

In Search of Excellence

ep 17 Offsites: The Key to Building Connection - with Sally Page

Hybrid Remote Center of Excellence Podcast - Apple Podcast - Spotify - Youtube

Sharath Jeevan - Intrinsic

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Apple SE - luggable computer - credit

graphic with #leadership blindness 🙈 - credit Clare Kumar

game of telephone - credit

Salesforce logo - credit

Leadership Marc Benioff - credit LinkedIn

Slack logo - credit Salesforce

People in zoom boxes - credit Canva

office - credit

Working Remotely vs. In-Office (employees) - credit Staples Canada & Angus Reid - The Future of Work - Trend Report 2022

Daniel Pink - credit Daniel Pink

Sharath Jeevan - author Intrinsic - credit Goodreads

Tom Peters headshot - credit Tom Peters

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ep 17 Offsites: The Key to Building Connection - with Sally Page - credit Happy Space

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

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From getting in trouble for talking too much in school to giving keynote speeches on stages all over the world, Peter Shankman has transformed what was once perceived as a challenge into one of his many strengths.

Here, we explore Peter’s version of an ADHD brain, the source of Peter’s drive and spirit, and what to make of a diagnosis. Peter also shares his love of order and secrets to staying focused where skydiving and a Peloton addiction take centre stage. Peter closes with an inspiring invitation for anyone with ADHD.

As a successful entrepreneur, Peter is known for his business acumen, customer insight and economic foresight. Author of five best-selling books, including “Faster Than Normal”, he is also an advocate for the neurodiverse and the neurodiverse economy. His latest auto-biographical book is designed to empower ADHD kids. You’ll hear Peter both on news channels and serving as a global brand ambassador. And, you might even see him jumping from a plane.

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00:05:00 The value of being neurodivergent

00:07:46 Where did your spirit come from?

00:12:43 The value of a diagnosis

00:15:24 The value of creating order

00:20:00 What about rest & recovery at work?

00:23:46 Challenges in education

00:26:23 The Google NEU Project - creating space for every mind to shine

00:28:11 "The boy with the faster brain"

00:30:33 Faster than normal

LINKS

NAPO - National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals

HARO - Help a Reporter Out

Cision

Profnet

The Google NEU Project

"The boy with the faster brain" - US link

"The boy with the faster brain" - Canada link

Institute for Challenging Disorganization

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Clare with the bandaged finger at the hospital - credit Clare Kumar

Faster Than Normal - credit Goodreads

organized closet - credit Peter’s Instagram

Peter in exercise gear - credit Peter’s Instagram

Curb cut - image To Be Reel - canva

"The boy with the faster brain" book cover - credit Goodreads

productivityISpersonal - credit Clare Kumar

nevermindthelabels - credit Clare Kumar

diagnosisisprivilege - credit Clare Kumar

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

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The way we work had not been significantly redesigned in over 200 years despite massive cultural shift and technical advances. The pandemic forced change upon us and now that we have tasted autonomy and proven productivity does not suffer, redesign is on the table. While many organizations are embracing flexibility, hybrid, and remote work as a hiring advantage, Lizzie Penny and Alex Hirst say that it doesn’t go far enough. When they explain the number of people who are still left out of the workforce, you might find yourself agreeing. Tune in to learn more about how they suggest we “fundamentally redefine our psychological contract of work”.

CHAPTERS

00:04:50 Sensitivity informs the journey

00:07:49 Shift to output value

00:11:52 A taste of autonomy - the heart of the revolution

00:16:18 Flexible work is our nemesis

00:21:51 How do we contract this kind of work?

00:27:15 Building trust

00:31:16 Give people what they want along with structure to get things done

00:32:48 Structure? A free for all invites chaos.

00:37:51 The aging demographic

LINKS

The Taylor Review

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autonomyisforadults - credit Clare Kumar

FlexibilityIsInclusivity - credit Clare Kumar

productivityISpersonal - credit Clare Kumar

ALLin - credit Clare Kumar

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Workstyle cover - credit Clare Kumar

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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A big question on the minds of organizations is how to rebuild culture and foster effective collaboration. Given that trust is an essential ingredient for a team to work at its best, it’s important to create opportunities to build that trust. Yet, it’s not easy to do. Enter Sally Page, co-founder of UK-based WorkTripp, a company she refers to as the “Airbnb” of team offsites. In this episode, we explore being intentional about event design, the value in cycles of work, and how to not just get people together but to have them pulling in the same direction.

Sally is an experienced leader of high-performing distributed teams, and WorkTripp is the platform she wished she had much earlier on. Previously VP of Content & Partnerships at Series-C, ScaleUp, Blinkist, and a Senior Director at Audible, she made a habit of connecting big thinkers - like non-fiction authors and coaches - with avid learners. At remote social enterprise, Hoxby, she helped businesses ensure they were fit for the future of work as Managing Director of Futureproofing.

CHAPTERS

00:06:00 The “Airbnb for offsites”

00:10:30 Cycles of work

00:13:30 Building connection and relationship

00:15:15 Focus on one thing

00:16:00 Get yourself out of the normal environment

00:18:52 A TED talk is not the same experience

00:22:30 Integrating time for connection

00:24:00 Motivation and psychological safety are linked

00:25:47 We need all the emojis

00:27:50 Fostering connection

00:30:18 Start with leadership teams

00:33:39 Onboarding cohorts

00:34:00 Breaking bread and making fire

00:39:15 Scaffolding for diversity

00:40:42 The value of a third space

WorkTripp

Blinkist

Amy Edmonson

Happy Space Podcast: Ep 18 (coming April 10th!)

Hoxby

Contact Sally Page / WorkTripp

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Clare in musical - credit Clare Kumar

Clare on The Social - credit The Social

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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Iconic management thought leader Tom Peters is intellectually irritated and still in search of excellence! Join us for episode 16 of the Happy Space Podcast for delightful commentary on the power of women and the end of the three-martini lunch.

In our conversation, we explore several of these including Tom’s deep respect for humanity which he refers to as Extreme Humanism. We dive into sensitivity, his fondness for “quiet” people, inclusivity, and the power of female leaders. We tackle the challenges of managing by zooming around and the need for a new kind of leader. While some understand a different leadership mindset is required for the current world of work, many don’t. We are, indeed, still in search of excellence.

CHAPTERS

00:09:34 Pandemic-influenced leadership skills

00:10:48 Passing the introvert scale

00:14:35 Tension between leaders and the workforce

00:15:38 The death of the three-martini lunch

00:16:40 Managing by Zooming around

00:17:50 Acknowledge the ask

00:23:00 Promote more women

00:26:56 We are a little bit less worse

00:31:21 Intellectual irritation

00:34:44 Can leaders slow down?

00:35:51 Relationships are inversely proportional to speed, period

00:39:48 Saying no to booze

LINKS

Susan Cain's "Quiet"

Elaine Aron

Financial Times article: “Tom Peters: McKinsey's work on opioid sales represents a new low”

The Female Brain - Louann Brizendine

Survival of the Friendliest: Understanding Our Origins and Rediscovering Our Common Humanity - Brian Hare, Vanessa Woods

Domain Home

Washington Speakers Bureau

Christine Farrell

Leadership the Hard Way: Why Leadership Can't be Taught and How You Can Learn it Anyway - Dov Frohman with Robert Howard

SEED blog post

Tom Peters’ website

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Sensitive book cover - credit Clare Kumar

Elaine Aron - credit Clare Kumar

Tom Peters - credit Tom Peters

Elaine Aron - credit Clare Kumar

Bill Clinton - credit Wiki Commons

Video of audience - credit Envato Elements

Acknowledgetheask - credit Clare Kumar

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Christine Farrell - credit Washington Speakers Bureau

Leadership: The Hard Way - credit Goodreads

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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From hiding out at recess in a storm sewer pipe to co-authoring a book about the trait that drove him there, tune in as Andre Sólo shares his experience as a highly sensitive child through to who he is today, a man proud of his sensitive gifts. In their book, Andre, and his co-author Jenn Granneman, explore the continuum of sensitive experience as well as different types of sensitivity. I inquire as to why they shine a spotlight on empathy and Andre’s answer surprises me. We explore the idea of accommodations, what they call the “Boost Effect”, and ultimately extend an invitation to stand in the strengths of the trait and make the world a better place.

Andre Sólo is a philosopher, professional adventurer and together with business partner, Jenn Granneman, co-authored “Sensitive: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World”. Andre and Jenn collaborate on IntrovertDear.com, a site Jenn started in 2013 and highlysensitiverefuge.com, a place for highly sensitive people to feel “blissfully understood” since 2017.

Chapters

00:05:24 The sensitivity continuum

00:11:08 Five main gifts

00:12:35 Different styles of sensitivity

00:15:37 Positive language

00:16:46 Introverts and extroverts

00:21:14 Vantage Sensitivity aka the Boost Effect

00:24:54 Living better with sensitivity

00:31:08 Sensitivity, neurodivergence, and accommodations

00:32:44 The world designed for people with sensitivity

00:37:16 The world needs more of what sensitive people have to offer

00:42:10 A love-hate relationship with empathy

LINKS

Sensitive: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World

Highly Sensitive Refuge

Introvert, Dear

Dr. Elaine Aron's Self-tests

Susan Cain's "Quiet"

Jenn Turnham - Highly Sensitive Extroverts

Happy Space Podcast - episode 5 - There are No Ambiverts

Michael Pluess - Sensitivity Research

Binaural Beats App - App Store

Binaural beats App - Google Play

Georg Simmel

Happy Space Podcast - episode 11 - Silence is Golden - especially for HSPs

Jarvis Jay Masters - "That Bird Has My Wings: The Autobiography of an Innocent Man on Death Row"

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

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You’re in for a treat with today’s episode featuring mindset coach, Paul Sheppard. Paul and I connected recently when I was interviewed on his podcast, Mindset Change. Realizing Paul has had his own journey with sensitivity and listening to a few of his podcast episodes, I knew I had to bring his energy and insights your way. Paul is trained in a long list of healing modalities such as hypnosis, NLP, IEMT – integral eye movement therapy, and more. I was especially intrigued by his admission that traditional therapy didn’t work.

Given the challenges sensitive people face – the tendency for overwhelm, emotional responsiveness, and rumination – anxiety can be a constant companion. The more we can notice it and nurture a positive response, the more peaceful life can be.

In our chat, we explore Paul’s journey from a sensitive child (aka “The Incredible Sulk”) to the proudly sensitive, grounded, and thriving man he is today. I learned about the drama triangle, the physiological sigh, and a series of strategies that really work to calm anxiety.

Enjoy Paul’s calm and encouraging energy and do let us know what you take away.

CHAPTERS

00:04:47 Sensitivity for Paul: then

00:06:46 The Incredible Sulk

00:08:52 Sensitivity for Paul: now

00:11:55 The Drama Triangle

00:15:12 Bravery is what it takes

00:17:30 Compassion starts with yourself

00:20:41 Paul's journey through different healing modalities

00:25:53 Easy anxiety management strategies

00:31:35 The power of mindfulness

00:34:08 The power of meditation

00:36:00 Moving past shame

LINKS

The HSP Quiz

"Mindset Change Podcast" - Am I Too Sensitive? - Interview with Highly Sensitive Person Coach - Clare Kumar

Dr. Stephen Karpman - Drama Triangle

Huberman Lab

Master Your Breathing

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

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Hi! I’m back again with a solo episode to share more about the expansion of the podcast from exclusively being about highly sensitive people to designing inclusive performance. Have no fear, I’m not leaving highly sensitive people behind, in fact, fellow HSPs play a central role in upcoming episodes.

In this episode, I touch on the tug-of-war that exists between leadership and employees when it comes to returning to the office and how for many, this way of working is not new. I continue my commitment to both a bottom-up and top-down perspective recognizing that both individual agency and self-determination are important as is the very tall order of systemic change.

We look a little more closely at recurring topics of light and noise and then dive into what to expect in the five following episodes featuring the likes of a 45-year-legend in the industry, Tom Peters, to recent startup WorkTripp - the Airbnb of work retreats. I hope you’ll listen, share and drop a review!

CHAPTERS

00:03:14Expanding focus – spotlight to floodlight

00:13:30 There is a tug-of-war going on

00:14:12 We are not the same

00:16:44 From the bottom-up

00:20:06 And from the top-down

00:21:31 Inclusivity is not just about the low-hanging fruit

00:27:31 Hybrid work is new for many... but not all

00:32:10 Let’s aim for better design

00:36:35 What about noise?

00:39:50 And light?

00:44:34 Coming up on the podcast

LINKS

Blendification

Connect with Clare on LinkedIn

Staples & Angus Reid Future of Work Report

"Find Your Red Thread"

Happy Space Podcast - episode 1

CBC Radio Interview -International Labour Organization Report shows flexible hours means increased productivity

Montreal nurses sit-in

Loop Earplugs - Use Clare's link for a discount

Ingrid @Sippindata

Dodge Charger EV Fake Noise

Kia - The Power of Silence

Silence is Powerful | The New 2023 Kia EV6 GT

Xlerator® Hand Dryers

Sound Test Video

Western Canadian young girl analyzing dryer sounds

Decibel

Melanopic/Photopic Ratio

Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines

Paul Sheppard

"Mindset Change Podcast" - Am I Too Sensitive?

"Sensitive - The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World"

"Tom Peters' Compact Guide to Excellence"

"Workstyle: A Revolution for Well-being, Productivity, and Society"

Worktripp.com

Blinkist

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Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to designing sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space.

Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer:

Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform.

If you prefer to watch video, check out the episode on YouTube.

If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast. Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution.

Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.

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We have moved rapidly through a significant evolution in work culture and practice with significant challenges surfacing. As employees and leaders alike are suffering burnout, finding ways to manage overwhelm is a constant priority. Sensitivity is necessary.

Lisa and I explore why setting boundaries is so challenging, what to do about much needed connection, and why we need to look beyond what we’re doing to how we are doing it.

We also explore improving the efficacy of our communication by marrying intent with impact. Tune in for some remarkable insights on the value of sensitivity at work.

Having honed her skills in senior HR and Organizational Development roles in large Canadian and global companies, Lisa is the principal Thought Partner and Results Coach at Green Apple Consulting. She uses her strategic and practical approach to help Talent Management Leaders embed programs that elevate organizational culture and drive results. She is also host of the podcast “Talent Management Truths” and monthly interactive Talent Talks.

00:04:29 How sensitivity shows up for Lisa

00:09:03 The value of sensitivity in today’s work world

00:12:48 The challenge of burnout

00:18:27 The need for connection

00:22:56 Workload – the elephant in the room

00:32:29 Intent with impact

00:37:29 Noticing fear

00:39:51 What we can expect

LINKS

The HSP Quiz

Brene Brown

Episode 4 – Sunil Godse – Follow Your Intuition as an HSP

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This podcast is hosted by Clare Kumar. As a productivity catalyst, highly sensitive executive coach, and speaker, Clare cultivates sustainable performance in busy professionals so they can keep making rich contributions in all areas of life and achieve greater fulfillment. She inspires leaders, professionals, employees, and entrepreneurs to respect humanity and boost performance through marrying productivity and pleasure. After all, why shouldn’t you have fun while getting things done? If you're a visual learner, she’s crafted a version for YouTube as well.

Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Contact Clare here.

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Noise can be one of the biggest challenges for sensitive people causing us to startle, experience significant stress and lose our focus. I have lived this acutely hence my passion (and longer than usual preamble) to my discussion with Justin Zorn and Leigh Marz, the authors of Golden - The Power of Silence in a World Full of Noise. Leigh and Justin bring to life their examination of not only our relationship to sound and how society often undervalues silence, but also practical ways to successfully engage with this top stressor. Trained through Harvard and Oxford, Justin combines expertise in policy making with meditation and specializes in the economics of well-being. Leigh works with federal agencies, universities and organizations like NASA as consultant and coach. Justin and Leigh are also co-founders of Astrea Strategies, a consulting firm that helps “turn down the volume” for their clients so they can find and implement “creative and enduring solutions”. Enjoy listening as we speak about:

Show Notes 00:02:51 Noisy neighbours in Tokyo and Toronto 00:08:08 Meet authors Leigh Marz and Justin Zorn 00:11:57 Redefining our relationship to silence 00:12:52 Inspiration for the book 00:14:56 Progress does not value silence 00:16:30 The journey of different possibilities 00:19:55 Personal choices versus what we can control 00:24:30 Case study - Jarvis J. Masters in San Quentin prison 00:35:09 Noise - the cruel absence of care 00:44:03 Definitions of silence 00:51:27 Invitation for more quiet and reflection

LINKS https://www.harperwave.com/book/9780063027602/Golden-Justin-Zorn-and-Leigh-Marz/ (Golden - The Power of Silence in a World Full of Noise) https://astreastrategies.com/ (Astrea Strategies) https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/45449501-sand-talk (Sand Talk) - Tyson Yunkaporta https://ago.ca/ (Art Galley of Ontario) https://www.rom.on.ca/en (Royal Ontario Museum) https://clarekumar.com/podcast/ep_2-how-to-design-with-sensitivity-in-mind/ (How to Design with Sensitivity in Mind) - ep 2 - Happy Space Podcast https://www.padraigotuama.com/ (Padraig Ó Tuama) Irish poet and theologian https://www.ruhaniat.org/index.php/shabda (Pir Shabda Kahn) Sufi teacher and mystic https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joan_Halifax (Joan Halifax) Zen Buddhist teacher https://psychwire.com/ask/topics/sf1s03/ask-ethan-kross-how-to-harness-your-inner-chatter?utm_term=&utm_campaign=Psychwire&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=9168658928&hsa_cam=2043642223&hsa_grp=85638937375&hsa_ad=615263386452&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=dsa-19959388920&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gclid=CjwKCAjwpqCZBhAbEiwAa7pXeYjpS-WM4tmylkCRoNrDLlAqYDM4_8P5ZRpKYBXkWyREchtWbXf-4RoCFgsQAvD_BwE (Ethan Kross) Psychologist/Author

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As neurodiversity is becoming more respected in the corporate world, one of North America’s top ten banks, TD Bank Group, has taken steps to adjust its hiring processes, opening the door for talented candidates who were previously excluded. In this episode, I am speaking with Keith Isaac, the VP of Capital Markets, Risk Management for TD Bank Group, and the parent of a child with autism. Keith talks about the new practices adopted within TD Bank to recruit and onboard neurodivergent individuals. As the parent of an autistic child, Keith Isaac has been inspired to bring awareness of neurodiversity into the workplace and effect meaningful change at the bank. Here’s to, as TD Bank Group says, “maintaining a welcoming, barrier-free culture for everyone”. Show Notes I hope you enjoy listening as we speak about: 00:04:42 From “people with disabilities” to “individuals with diverse abilities” 00:05:10 TD Insurance on the forefront 00:07:54 The autism spectrum 00:09:47 Barriers need to be broken down 00:11:28 Re-imagining the interview process for inclusivity 00:14:02 The benefit of COVID and new candidates 00:16:30 Technology has been an equalizer 00:17:44 Culture and the need for connection 00:20:09 The organization benefits through inclusivity 00:23:50 Lack of clarity and communication leads to burnout 00:25:52 Best practices for ADHD would help all of us 00:27:39 How big changes happen 00:32:40 Never needing inclusion or diversity pillars in the future 00:35:14 Hopes for Keith's daughter

Links https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095953/ (Rainman) https://ca.specialisterne.com/ (Specialisterne)

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B.nourished was born out of Katie McDonald’s own experience in trying to keep up with the growing demands of her corporate career. Katie found herself spiralling in the wrong direction and knew she was seriously at risk. She abandoned her C-Suite corporate job and stepped into self-compassion. She started applying her knowledge of self-care, alternative health and plant-based nutrition. For the last 10 years, Katie has helped countless numbers of people find their way to better self-care. With her brand of tough love, she has inspired, empowered and challenged her clients and audiences. I agree with Katie about how important it is to reframe self-care. If it can be fully embraced we can stay on the path self-compassionate and impactful life. Enjoy our chat as Katie delivers up some thought balms. I invite you to listen as we speak about: 00:08:18 Sensitivity as a superpower 00:10:00 How to leverage our sensitivity 00:12:04 How Katie committed to self-care 00:13:34 Our addiction to busyness 00:16:15 The challenge of the transition from work to home 00:18: 58 Self-care requires self-awareness 00:20:30 Curating your home for self-love and self-care 00:22:51 Liberating ourselves can come from being deliberate 00:26:51 Social media and how to show up with self-care 00:28:00 Trusting the resistance with social media 00:30:55 There is no “one way” 00:32:58 What’s wrapped up in gender and the ability to express 00:34:56 Find the voice that says “I matter” 00:37:42 Advocating for self-care 00:32:00 “Love yourself” what does that mean? 00:41:55 Seek the soothing of self LINKS https://bnourished.com/ (bnourished) https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/56822980-the-lightmaker-s-manifesto (The Light Workers Manefesto) Karen Walrond TRANSCRIPT - see www.clarekumar.com/podcast

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If you’ve listened to earlier episodes, you’ll know that I love to shine a light on successful fellow HSPs. I’m very happy to introduce you to Harold Taylor. If you’ve already met him, you'll know why. Harold and I recently chatted for another podcast I have been hosting for two years, the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professional’s (NAPO) show “Stand Out”. After 45 years as an icon in the industry, I knew Harold would have valuable time management and state of the industry insights to share. On this show though, I wanted to tap into Harold’s skills at navigating both work and life successfully as an HSP. You’ll hear how Harold always knew he was sensitive but he found out about the trait very recently. Harold shares some real gems about better managing both our professional and personal lives. Harold Taylor has been an entrepreneur and major icon in the time management areas for over 45 years running Harold Taylor Time Consultants, Inc. in both Canada and the US. He has been a speaker and prolific author with over twenty hardcover books, forty e-books, over 250 articles, and over fifty time management products. He earned the Certified Speaking Professional designation from the National Speakers Association. He is a fellow member of an organization I’m also proud to belong to, the Canadian Assocation of Professional Speaker’s (CAPS) and was inducted into their Hall of Fame in 1998. A past director of the National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals, Harold received their Founder’s Award in 1999 for outstanding contributions to the organizing profession. And how’s this for coming full circle? The Founder’s Award was later renamed the Harold Taylor Award and I’m proud to say I received it back in 2013. I hope you enjoy meeting an icon! Enjoy our conversation as you’ll discover more about Harold and his strategies for a success life and career: 00:06:40 The benefits of sensitivity 00:09:13 Advice for speakers 00:12:45 Who do you need to be when you get an opportunity 00:16:46 Truth in humor 00:21:06 Letting go of limiting beliefs 00:26:11 Time management battlefield is no longer in the office 00:28:50 Elaine Aaron’s book 00:32:29 Creativity and nature TRANSCRIPT available on https://clarekumar.com/podcast/ (Clare's website) LINKS https://www.napo.net/ (National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals) https://napopodcast.com/ (NAPO Podcast “Stand Out”) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEH_wbTs1t8 (Harold Taylor Keynote Speaker – Collaborative Agency Group) (Youtube) https://nsaspeaker.org/ (National Speakers Association) https://www.canadianspeakers.org/ (Canadian Association of Professional Speakers) https://hsperson.com/ (Elaine Aron)

Learn more about Harold Taylor: https://www.taylorintime.com/ (Harold Taylors articles and e-books) https://www.linkedin.com/in/haroldtaylortimemanagement/?originalSubdomain=ca (LinkedIn) https://www.amazon.com/Harold-L.-Taylor/e/B000APNDH2%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share (Harold Taylor Books on Amazon) https://bookboon.com/en/author/0908031c-ce02-9b86-11e6-6dd97f2e99d1 (Harold Taylor Books on Bookboon)

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As the open-concept office proliferated, people took work away from the office to find quieter places where they could think. It's no surprise to me that millions of people have fallen in love with working from home. But, if we need to be in the office, shouldn't we have the option of neurologically safe spaces. You will have heard a lot about that with HoK design principals in episode 2. In this episode, I am thrilled to have Nook Director, David O'Coimin joining me to bring the Nook furniture experience to life. David is the founder & CEO of The DO Company, a product innovation organization delivering bold solutions to better integrate work and life. Enjoy our conversation as we explore how Nook helps calm an open-concept office and more: 00:03:16 Meet David O'Coimin 00:07:14 What is Nook? 00:10:25 What does Nook look like? 00:14:40 Different brains work in different ways 00:19:00 The importance of lighting 00:23:32 Productivity is personal 00:25:02 Hackability is they key 00:28:35 Fear of investing in workspaces 00:31:20 Implementation in hospitals 00:32:54 Citi Field New York 00:35:42 One size doesn’t fit all 00:37:21 Total cost of ownership

LINKS https://nookpod.com/ (Nook ) https://bit.ly/3OLJCjS (The British Standards Institute) https://traumainformeddesign.org/ (Trauma-Informed Design Society) https://wiltshirehealthandcare.nhs.uk/services/community-hospitals/ (Wiltshire Health and Care) https://bit.ly/3IcMYd7 (Pods in the Wiltshire hospital) https://www.hok.com/ (HoK) https://www.hok.com/people/leadership/view/kay-sargent/ (Kay Sargent)

Episode 2 – How to Design with Sensitivity in Mind – HoK’s Kay Sargent and Mary Kate Cassidy https://clarekumar.com/podcast/ep_2-how-to-design-with-sensitivity-in-mind/ (Podcast) https://bit.ly/3afgwdM (Youtube version)

Learn more about and connect with David and Nook: Website: https://nookpod.com/ (https://nookpod.com/ ) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidocoimin/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidocoimin/) Twitter: https://twitter.com/nookpod (https://twitter.com/nookpod) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nookwellnesspods (https://www.facebook.com/nookwellnesspods) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nookwellnesspods/ (https://www.instagram.com/nookwellnesspods/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nookwellnesspods (https://www.youtube.com/nookwellnesspods)

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This podcast is hosted by https://clarekumar.com/ (ClareKumar.) As a productivity catalyst, highly sensitive executive coach, and speaker, Clare cultivates sustainable performance in busy professionals so they can keep making rich contributions in all areas of life and achieve greater fulfillment. She inspires leaders, professionals, employees, and entrepreneurs to respect humanity and boost performance through marrying productivity and pleasure. After all, why shouldn’t you have fun while getting things done? If you're a visual learner, please watch this episode on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDkK-FTei5U&list=PLLiapu2Rruskg_Qrs5LM542qlwW1bpjOC&index=8 (Youtube). Ready to learn more? Contact Clare https://clarekumar.as.me/DiscoveryCall (here).

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As a Highly Sensitive Person, we often live in a world that compromises our sensitivity. It is so necessary for us to have safe spaces, especially where will live and work. That's why I am so excited to speak to and introduce you to Professor of Neuroscience for Architecture, Andréa de Paiva. Master of Arts (Middlesex University, London), architect, and urban planner (University of São Paulo), Andréa bridges research, education, and design in her work. Her research interests involve the interdisciplinary field of cognitive science applied to architecture and urbanism, as well as architectural theory, in order to better understand how the physical environment can affect individuals and society. Andréa is the co-author of the book Triuno: Neurobusiness and Quality of Life. In addition, she is the founder of https://www.neuroau.com/ (NeuroAU) an online space that aims to discuss and disseminate knowledge about the links between cognitive science and architecture & urbanism. I invite you to listen and learn as we speak about: 00:04:08 What is neuro architecture 00:05:25 Science-based design 00:08:01 Biophilic design 00:10:50 Benefits of all the senses 00:12:38 Different levels of sensitivity 00:14:50 Impact of living near airports 00:17:43 Animals and rest 00:22:01 Sedentary lifestyles 00:24:48 The importance of diverse/dynamic balance 00:28:22 Contrast in an environment 00:29:42 Transition spaces 00:32:34 Pollution 00:37:10 Systematic understanding of environment 00:41:23 Retail spaces LINKS https://app.asana.com/0/0/1201253737901305/f (Building for Change: Comparative Case Study of Hospital Architecture) https://www.apawood.org/designerscircle-nature-in-design-the-biophilia-effect (Nature in Design: The Biophilia Effect) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5551239/ (Physiological Effects of Touching Wood) https://www.nicswell.co.uk/health-news/living-near-an-airport-may-be-bad-for-your-health#:~:text=%22People%20who%20live%20within%20six,are%20taxiing%20on%20busy%20runways. (Living near an airport 'may be bad for your health')

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https://www.sleepfoundation.org/bedroom-environment/light-and-sleep (Light and Sleep)

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BOOKS https://www.neuroau.com/publications (Triuno: Neurobusiness and Quality of Life) Learn more about and follow Andréa de Paiva: Website: https://www.neuroau.com/e (https://www.neuroau.com/e) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-de-paiva/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-de-paiva/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neuroau (https://www.facebook.com/neuroau) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neuro_au/ (https://www.instagram.com/neuro_au/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/neuroau (https://www.youtube.com/neuroau) 😀😃😄😁😆 This podcast is hosted by https://clarekumar.com/ (Clare Kumar.) As a productivity catalyst, highly sensitive executive coach, and speaker, Clare cultivates sustainable performance in busy professionals so they can keep making rich contributions in all areas of life and achieve greater fulfillment. She inspires leaders, professionals, employees, and entrepreneurs to respect humanity and boost performance through marrying productivity and pleasure. After all, why shouldn’t you have fun while getting things done? If you're a visual learner, please watch this episode on https:// https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLiapu2Rruskg_Qrs5LM542qlwW1bpjOC (YouTube). Ready to learn more? Contact Clare https://clarekumar.as.me/DiscoveryCall (here)! 😀😃😄😁😆 Clare invites you to leave a review and a rating (5 stars would be appreciated!!) wherever you listen to this podcast. Don't forget to tell your friends to listen as well. Want to learn more about Clare? Follow her on https://www.instagram.com/clarekumar/ (Instagram) and https://twitter.com/clarekumar (Twitter). And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a happy space. 😊 Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi from Pixabay

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One might assume that all Highly Sensitive People are introverts. In fact, only 70% of HSPs have this personality type. Years ago, I took a test to find out where I was on the continuum and was found to be in the middle, with a small shift towards extroversion. For years I have confidently referred to myself as an ambivert. I figured the remaining 30% would be split between extroverts and ambiverts. Today, my guest threw that whole revelation out of the window. I must stand fully in my extroversion. Jenn Turnham is on a mission to educate the world about the unique, brilliant, and often misunderstood, sub-section of the population known as Highly Sensitive Extroverts (HSP-Es), a group she believes possesses unique gifts that are in short supply in today’s world, and has powerful voices that need to be heard, With her background in applied psychology (B. Psych, BWRT (Reg.), Jenn has been using her knowledge, training, and experience in helping people use the power of their minds to overcome challenges since 2008. She now focuses on helping HSP-E women thrive in a world that currently doesn’t quite understand them. I invite you to listen to find out more about: 00:04:52 What is a highly sensitive person extrovert 00:06:04 Traits of HSP introverts 00:06:48 Traits of HSP extroverts 00:08:23 Differences between introverts and extroverts 00:14:14 Introvert Men 00:18:07 HSP Extrovert Women 00:20:56 Overstimulation 00:25:27 Learning boundaries 00:27:17 Industrial Design 00:33:25 HSP Anthem 00:39:19 Ambiverts don't exist LINKS https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/prescriptions-life/201008/why-it-s-hard-be-highly-sensitive-hsp-introvert#:~:text=What%20a%20thrill%20to%20discover,HSPs%2C%2070%25%20are%20introverts. (15-20% of the population are thought to be highly sensitive (according to HSP expert Dr. Elaine Aron), and around 20% of all people tend towards introversion) https://hsperson.com/about-dr-elaine-aron/ (Dr. Elaine Aron) https://www.azariasrestaurant.com/ (Azarias Restaurant) https://self-compassion.org/ (Dr. Kristin Neff) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8bVSJDezhQ (Heart by Imogen Brough) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UT5xaAfxWU (Amélie) BOOKS Quiet by Susan Cain https://bookshop.org/books/quiet-the-power-of-introverts-in-a-world-that-can-t-stop-talking/9780307352156 (Order in the US) https://uk.bookshop.org/books/quiet-the-power-of-introverts-in-a-world-that-can-t-stop-talking/9780141029191 (Order in the UK) https://www.amazon.ca/Quiet-Power-Introverts-World-Talking-ebook/dp/B004J4WNL2/ref=sr_1_2?crid=JW3GNJ29F9BH&keywords=quiet+by+susan+cain&qid=1651014258&sprefix=quiet+by+susa%2Caps%2C62&sr=8-2 (Order in Canada) Learn more about and follow Jenn Turnham: Website: https://jennturnham.com/ (https://jennturnham.com/) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennturnham/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennturnham/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/highlysensitiveextrovertswithjennt (https://www.facebook.com/groups/highlysensitiveextrovertswithjennt) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hspextrovertjennt/ (https://www.instagram.com/hspextrovertjennt/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCREuWnXx8GhR0y1a9roFGJQ (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCREuWnXx8GhR0y1a9roFGJQ) 😀😃😄😁😆 This podcast is hosted by https://clarekumar.com/ (Clare Kumar.) As a productivity catalyst, highly sensitive executive coach, and speaker, Clare cultivates sustainable performance in busy professionals so they can keep making rich contributions in all areas of life and achieve greater fulfillment. She inspires leaders, professionals, employees, and entrepreneurs to respect humanity and boost performance through marrying productivity and pleasure. After all, why shouldn’t you have fun while getting things done? If you're a visual learner, please watch this episode on https:// https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLiapu2Rruskg_Qrs5LM542qlwW1bpjOC...

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One of my favorite things about creating the Happy Space Podcast has been meeting people who have figured out ways to be successful in integrating their HSP traits into their lives. Today, we speak about intuition with intuition expert and fellow HSP, Sunil Godse. After realizing the reason why businesses fail to create a trusted brand is that they ignore their intuition, Sunil developed a process called Intuitive Branding. This process helps businesses leverage the power of intuition to create trusted brands that eliminate their competition in under 14 seconds. With his experience implementing intuitive branding for a number of his clients that have had their businesses go from 6 to 7 figures in revenues and being hired by major companies such as Citibank, SAP, Rogers Wireless, and Western Digital, and publishing his book https://uk.bookshop.org/books/1605840807_gut/9780992081539 (Gut!); Sunil's advice works. I invite you to listen and learn as we speak about: 00:05:07 Am I weird? Why do I focus like this? 00:06:28 How does sensitivity influence your work? 00:08:25 Why mirror neurons matter 00:09:47 How to grow in stressful situations 00:11:56 Trust your intuition with signals 00:14:00 What kind of signals to look for 00:16:20 Goosebumps 00:19:20 Red flags 00:22:40 Intuitive mediums 00:24:08 Four different types of intuition 00:31:00 Knowing your why LINKS https://brenebrown.com/podcast/brene-with-ashley-and-barrett-for-the-summer-sister-series-on-the-gifts-of-imperfection-part-1-of-6/ (Unlocking Us) - Brene Brown Podcast https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/01/120124113051.htm#:~:text=In%20a%20review%20of%20related,at%20which%20testing%20can%20occur. (Babies are born with 'Intuitive Knowledge' )- Science Daily https://entrepreneurship.uwo.ca/about-us/advisory-board/john-rothschild-mba-73/ (John Rothschild) BOOKS Website: https://www.sunilgodse.com/books/ (https://www.sunilgodse.com/books/) https://bookshop.org/books/gut/9780992081539 (Order in the US) https://uk.bookshop.org/books/1605840807_gut/9780992081539 (Order in the UK) https://www.amazon.ca/Gut/dp/B07FTWSQ17/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1QIVGX98L0PKL&keywords=sunil+godse&qid=1650052050&sprefix=sunil+godse%2Caps%2C84&sr=8-2 (Order in Canada) Learn more about and follow Sunil Godse: Website: https://www.sunilgodse.com/ (https://www.sunilgodse.com/) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunilgodse/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunilgodse/) Twitter: https://twitter.com/sunilgodse (https://twitter.com/sunilgodse) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intuitivebranding101 (https://www.facebook.com/intuitivebranding101) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intuitivebranding101/ (https://www.instagram.com/intuitivebranding101/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYnuPjpIjX90q2wuSMe9YKw (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYnuPjpIjX90q2wuSMe9YKw) Podcast: https://www.sunilgodse.com/podcast/ (https://www.sunilgodse.com/podcast/) 😀😃😄😁😆 This podcast is hosted by https://clarekumar.com/ (Clare Kumar.) As a productivity catalyst, highly sensitive executive coach, and speaker, Clare cultivates sustainable performance in busy professionals so they can keep making rich contributions in all areas of life and achieve greater fulfillment. She inspires leaders, professionals, employees, and entrepreneurs to respect humanity and boost performance through marrying productivity and pleasure. After all, why shouldn’t you have fun while getting things done? If you're a visual learner, please watch this episode on https:// https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLiapu2Rruskg_Qrs5LM542qlwW1bpjOC (YouTube). Ready to learn more? Contact Clare https://clarekumar.as.me/DiscoveryCall (here)! 😀😃😄😁😆 Clare invites you to leave a review and a rating (5 stars would be appreciated!!) wherever you listen to this podcast. Don't forget to tell your friends to listen as well. Want to learn more about Clare? Follow her...

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When you go to a salon for services, do you feel like there is an expectation for conversation? If so, what if you are a person who does not enjoy idle chit-chat? Today, I will be speaking with Samantha Lacoste and James Ouellette who believe that everyone deserves a safe space. Even people who prefer quiet over talking. Samantha and James are co-owners of https://www.sjhairdesign.ca/ (Samantha James Hair Design,) a trendy hair salon in the heart of St. Boniface, Winnipeg that allows you to get the silent treatment if you are so inclined. I invite you to listen and learn as we speak about: 00:05:15 - Creating the Silent Service 00:06:41 - What is a Silent Service 00:07:43 - Judgement free experiences 00:08:35 - Peaceful moments 00:10:00 - Client care 00:11:08 - Enjoying Silence 00:13:10 - Invitation to Just Be 00:14:50 - Psychologically safe places 00:15:30 - Impact on clients 00:18:00 - Public centered positions 00:19:10 - First Canadian Salon to offer Silent Service 00:20:05 - Implementing Silent Service 00:22:54 - Practicing how to talk to people 00:25:25 - Creating a safe space for clients

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Have you ever noticed the most amazing things happen when one is posed with a simple innocent question? That is how it started for Kay Sargent, a recognized expert on workplace design and strategy issues. She is an award-winning designer who has worked with several Fortune 500 companies to optimize their global real estate portfolios and create innovative work environments. Kay is currently a director of https://www.hok.com/ (HOK’s )Work Place team Mary Kate Cassidy's career focus was to either become an architect interior designer or a special ed teacher. She chose the former and is now a senior designer at HOK focusing on corporate workplace design. In her graduate studies, she researched neurodiversity and its relationship to workplace design. I invite you to listen and learn as we speak about: 00:04:46 - How Mary Kate and Kay got into neurodivergent design 00:05:47 - Designing for Adults on Autistic Spectrum 00:07:07 - What is neurodivergent 00:09:23 - Value in belonging 00:09:53 - Legally designing for inclusivity 00:12:28 - Spectrum of Sensitivity 00:13:00 - The differences between noise and sound 00:14:30 - Sensory Intelligence 00:17:32 - Six modalities of work types 00:19:32 - Rest at the workplace 00:21:05 - Human Sustainability and well-being 00:22:45 - Work like athletes 00:25:00 - Onboarding process 00:28:45 - Being in touch with their needs 00:30:07 - Breaking up tasks during the day 00:33:25 - Principles and Elements of Design

LINKS https://bookshop.org/books/the-design-of-everyday-things-9780465050659/9780465050659 (The Design of Everyday Things by Don Norman) https://www.cleveland.com/business/2016/05/diversity_is_being_invited_to.html ("Diversity is being invited to the party; inclusion is being asked to dance," Verna Myers) https://www.ada.gov/ (Americans with Disability Act) Learn more about and follow HOK: https://mobile.twitter.com/HOKNetwork (https://mobile.twitter.com/HOKNetwork) https://www.facebook.com/HOKNetwork/ (https://www.facebook.com/HOKNetwork/) https://www.instagram.com/hoknetwork (https://www.instagram.com/hoknetwork) https://www.youtube.com/user/hoknetwork (https://www.youtube.com/user/hoknetwork) 😀😃😄😁😆 This podcast is hosted by https://clarekumar.com/ (Clare Kumar.) As a productivity catalyst, highly sensitive executive coach, and speaker, Clare cultivates sustainable performance in busy professionals so they can keep making rich contributions in all areas of life and achieve greater fulfillment. She inspires leaders, professionals, employees, and entrepreneurs to respect humanity and boost performance through marrying productivity and pleasure. After all, why shouldn’t you have fun while getting things done? If you're a visual learner, please watch this episode on https:// https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLiapu2Rruskg_Qrs5LM542qlwW1bpjOC (YouTube). Ready to learn more? Contact Clare https://clarekumar.as.me/DiscoveryCall (here)! 😀😃😄😁😆 Clare invites you to leave a review and a five-star rating wherever you listen to this podcast! Don't forget to tell your friends to listen as well! Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests? Follow her on https://www.instagram.com/clarekumar/ (Instagram) and https://twitter.com/clarekumar (Twitter). And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a happy space. 😊 Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi from Pixabay Cover Art: Sharoline Galva

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Thank you for joining me on my very first episode of Happy Space Podcast. I am SO GLAD you are here. My mission is to inspire a more inclusive world in which highly sensitive people (HSPs) thrive through both HSP empowerment and the invitation to design spaces, cultures, products, and services with sensitivity in mind. I invite you to listen as I speak about: 00:01:46 - Why I created this podcast 00:03:12 - Learning About Highly Sensitive People 00:04:30 - My Background 00:05:29 - Birkenstock and Pantyhose 00:07:41 - Hustle Culture 00:11:27 - HSP Trait Elements 00:13:56 - Marginalized to Humanized 00:14:24 - Mission of the Podcast 00:16:42 - Assault on our senses 00:21:12 - Executive Coach Training 00:25:59 - Upcoming Guests 00:29:33 - Understanding Key Elements in HSP Traits

LINKS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwb9-OlQimc (I'll Tumble For Ya by Culture Club) https://bookshop.org/books/the-highly-sensitive-person-how-to-thrive-when-the-world-overwhelms-you/9780553062182 (The Highly Sensitive Person by Dr. Elaine Aron) https://hsperson.com/test/highly-sensitive-test/ (Highly Sensitive Person Quiz) https://napopodcast.com (NAPO Stand Out Podcast) https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/psychological-medicine/article/abs/neural-predictors-of-cognitivebehavior-therapy-outcome-in-anxietyrelated-disorders-a-metaanalysis-of-taskbased-fmri-studies/74FAC19B2FC57FADC8E44EF73B0DFC7A (Neural predictors of cognitive-behavior therapy outcome in anxiety-related disorders) https://www.gq.com/story/how-feelings-help-you-think (The Surprising Science of How Feelings Help You Think) https://www.nytimes.com/2015/01/09/style/no-37-big-wedding-or-small.html (36 Questions that Lead to Love) https://vimeo.com/328766462?gclid=Cj0KCQjw6J-SBhCrARIsAH0yMZiVQCbVNiw1g5udNNDKxkZCMBDbY5__HVi9JMSoA-mZHne_6CoH7V4aAu-IEALw_wcB (Sensitive and In Love) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5120656/ (Sensitive: The Untold Story ) https://bookshop.org/books/atlas-of-the-heart-mapping-meaningful-connection-and-the-language-of-human-experience/9780399592553 (Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown) https://bookshop.org/books/emotional-how-feelings-shape-our-thinking/9781524747596 (Emotional: How Feelings Shape Our Thinking by Leonard Mlodinow) 😀😃😄😁😆 This podcast is hosted by https://clarekumar.com/ (Clare Kumar.) As a productivity catalyst, highly sensitive executive coach, and speaker, Clare cultivates sustainable performance in busy professionals so they can keep making rich contributions in all areas of life and achieve greater fulfillment. She inspires leaders, professionals, employees, and entrepreneurs to respect humanity and boost performance through marrying productivity and pleasure. After all, why shouldn’t you have fun while getting things done? If you're a visual learner, please watch this episode on https:// https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLiapu2Rruskg_Qrs5LM542qlwW1bpjOC (YouTube). Ready to learn more? Contact Clare https://clarekumar.as.me/DiscoveryCall (here). 😀😃😄😁😆 Clare invites you to leave a review and a five-star rating wherever you listen to this podcast. Don't forget to tell your friends to listen as well! Want to learn more about Clare? Follow her on https://www.instagram.com/clarekumar/ (Instagram) and https://twitter.com/clarekumar (Twitter). And don't forget, everyone (including you) deserves a happy space. 😊 Song Credit: Cali by Wataboi from Pixabay Cover Art: Sharoline Galva

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Did you know Highly Sensitive People (or HSPs) do better than average on performance reviews? Did you know we are also the first to burn out? Being presented with the choices of “burn out” or “opt out” are no choices at all. I know because that was me in the corporate world, and many other HSPs I know. I also know, it doesn’t have to be that way. I’m Clare Kumar, host of the Happy Space Pod. Welcome my fellow HSPs! For us, the world can be a noisy, bright, irritating and downright overwhelming place. And this can get in the way of us giving our gifts to the world. But we don't have to live this way! 😀😃😄😁😆 This podcast is hosted by https://clarekumar.com/ (Clare Kumar.) Productivity catalyst, highly sensitive executive coach, and speaker, Clare Kumar cultivates sustainable performance in busy professionals so they can keep making rich contributions in all areas of life and achieve greater fulfillment. She inspires leaders, professionals, employees and entrepreneurs to respect humanity and boost performance through marrying productivity and pleasure. After all, why shouldn’t you have fun while getting things done? Ready to learn more? Contact her https://clarekumar.as.me/DiscoveryCall (here)! 😀😃😄😁😆 Love what you are hearing in The Happy Space Podcast? Leave a Review and a five-star rating! Don't forget to tell your friends to listen as well! Want to learn more about me and/or my guests? Follow me on my https://www.instagram.com/happyspacepod/ (Instagram), https://twitter.com/happyspacepod (Twitter), and https://www.facebook.com/groups/happyspacepod (Facebook)! And don't forget, Everyone (including YOU) deserves a happy space Song Credit: Music by Wataboi from Pixabay This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

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