Humanly Possible: Future of Work Conversations: Recent Episodes
Angela R. Howard
Welcome to Humanly Possible! A podcast series focused on the game-changing potential of creating human-centric workplaces during both ordinary and monumental moments. In a time where the human centric workplace and human potential is paving the way for the future of work, Humanly Possible is an actionable space for extraordinary humans to share how they are molding human-centric workplaces and changing the world. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/humanlypossible/support
Hello! Angela here - the host of the Social Responsibility at Work podcast.
I know it’s been a while, and you’re probably wondering where we’ve been!
The Social Responsibility at Work podcast has been integral to our growth (and my growth) over the last 3 years. So it might be surprising to hear: we've made the decision to retire it.
This decision was not made lightly, and it comes with mixed emotions as we reflect on the insightful and impactful conversations our show has produced.
It’s amazing to think back at what one podcast inspired during the COVID Pandemic led to:
+100 episodes about workplace culture with a variety of guests, thought leaders, and experts that made us realize this discipline needs wider representation and more diversity of thought
The start to a broader exploration about the role of employers and employees in creating a world we want to live in, and a blurring of the lines between culture at work and culture in the world at large
A hard conversation, practice in accountability and title pivot
The beginnings of a rebrand, which has continued to show us the company we want to become, the work we want to be doing, and the experiences we want to create
The realization that our role in changing the way we all work, is to actually extend far beyond the “walls” of the workplace
The good news: all episodes will remain an active library of valuable content for you to consume at any time — you’ll be able to access the Social Responsibility at Work podcast through our website, on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere podcasts are streamed, indefinitely. We just won’t be recording any new episodes.
Our team is still envisioning exactly what our audio content will look like moving forward, but one thing we know for sure is that it’ll emerge from the Culture Impact Lab — our in-person experience taking place in Chicago, IL May 15-16, 2024.
The only thing better than listening in on the conversations happening at this experience through recorded audio?
Being there in person: join the waitlist now, and be a part of this conversation with us.
https://callforculture.com/culture-impact-lab
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In this thought-provoking episode, join us as we bring together Raymond (Recovery Ray) Achille, Angela R. Howard, an accomplished CEO, and LaTonya Wilkins, the visionary Founder of Change Coaches and author of "Leading Below the Surface." Together, they delve into the current state of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) through a profound lens of culture and leadership.
In this engaging session, Angela and LaTonya dissect the intricate fabric of DEIB, sharing four prominent trends that are shaping the landscape today. From Angela's perspective, they explore the myth that success necessitates constant addition, unveiling the lack of strategy and operational focus that hinders progress. Angela's second theme, the gaps in commitment around behavioral change, sheds light on the vital need for consistent dedication to DEIB principles.
LaTonya, drawing from her expertise, shines a light on two pivotal leadership themes. The first, the "DEIB Backlash," addresses the absence of solid structures around leadership development, underscoring the importance of creating frameworks that sustain growth. Her second theme, the scarcity of psychological safety and growth, emphasizes the crucial role leaders play in fostering environments where every individual feels secure enough to flourish.
In this dynamic dialogue, Angela and LaTonya share actionable insights on how to navigate these trends within your organization, providing guidance for building a more inclusive and equitable culture. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies of DEIB, from both culture and leadership perspectives.
This session, brimming with invaluable wisdom, will be recorded for your convenience, and a link to the recording will be provided to all registrants. Tune in to gain exclusive access to the profound insights of Angela R. Howard and LaTonya Wilkins, as they pave the way for a more inclusive and empowered future.
Please note that this is a fictional podcast episode created based on the provided information about the dialogue between Angela R. Howard and LaTonya Wilkins. The purpose is to create a compelling podcast description, and no actual podcast or episode with this specific content exists.
Connect with Latonya:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/latonyawilkins/
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/raymondachille/
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Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we dive deep into the world of intentional workplace design and its transformative impact on employee well-being and DEI
In this episode, we are thrilled to introduce you to Aparna Rae, a visionary pioneer in the realm of workplace culture and design. Aparna has dedicated their career to bridging the gap between employee aspirations and organizational action. Through data-driven strategies, they have transformed the way companies approach wellness, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Tune in as we explore the essence of this new workplace contract. Employees today are seeking more than just a job; they're yearning for workplaces that prioritize their holistic well-being and foster an inclusive environment. It's a shift that demands employers to lead with wellness and DEI as integral components of their organizational fabric.
Aparna sheds light on how data serves as the bridge between employee voices and organizational transformation. By collecting both quantitative and qualitative data, companies can gain valuable insights into employee needs, sentiments, and aspirations. These insights, derived from thoughtful research, form the foundation of intersectional and actionable strategies that drive impactful change.
Join us as we journey through the intersection of data, research, and purposeful action, all aimed at nurturing workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you're an employer looking to embrace the new contract of wellness and DE&I, or an employee seeking insights into reshaping workplace dynamics, this episode is a must-listen.
And thanks, as always, for tuning in.
Connect with Aparna https://www.linkedin.com/in/aparnarae/
Websitewww.aparnarae.com
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In this captivating episode, we sit down with Josh Levine, a visionary leader and culture expert, to explore his transformative work in building exceptional company cultures. As the author of the influential book "Great Mondays: How To Design A Company Culture Employees Love," Josh shares invaluable insights on creating workplaces that foster genuine employee happiness and success.
Join us as we delve into the essence of his tagline, uncovering practical strategies for designing a culture that inspires, engages, and unlocks the full potential of every team member. Get ready to embark on a journey towards building a better company culture that leaves a lasting impact on both your employees and organization as a whole.
Josh is an author, consultant, and educator on a mission to help organizations design a culture advantage. His book was listed as one of BookAuthority’s best culture books of all time.
As a consultant passionate about company culture, Josh has spent over fifteen years helping hyper-growth startups and global blue-chip organizations become more effective, aligned, and profitable.
From aligning values to fostering meaningful connections, Josh provides actionable steps for leaders and managers to implement positive changes and cultivate a culture where employees feel valued, heard, and inspired to do their best work. Whether you're a seasoned executive or a budding entrepreneur, this episode will leave you equipped with the knowledge and tools to transform your workplace into a space where employees not only thrive but also find genuine joy and fulfillment in their roles. Tune in to gain exclusive insights from Josh Levine's expertise and embark on a journey towards creating a company culture that employees truly love.
Connect with Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akajoshlevine/
Great Mondays:https://www.greatmondays.com/
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Join us in this powerful and inspiring episode as we hear from Diana Chan, an Asian Canadian who fearlessly opens up about her college and corporate life challenges. From navigating cultural barriers to overcoming immense obstacles, Diana's unwavering determination led her to become a successful Self Advocacy Coach. Listen in as she shares her remarkable journey of resilience and triumph, inspiring us all to forge our paths against all odds.
Diana has been recognized as Top 15 LinkedIn Experts to follow in Toronto in 2023, LinkedIn Top Voice in 2022 & has been featured 3 times on the LinkedIn Get Hired Podcast. She is also a LinkedIn Learning Instructor with 5 FREE nano courses.
In this candid conversation, Diana takes us on a deeply personal journey, recounting the struggles she has faced navigating through college and corporate life. Despite encountering numerous obstacles and prejudices, Diana's unwavering spirit and perseverance propelled her towards her dreams.
As she shares her experiences of breaking free from societal norms and expectations, she reveals how she harnessed the power of self-belief and resilience to forge her path as a trailblazing entrepreneur. Her story serves as a beacon of hope for listeners, empowering them to embrace their unique identities and embrace challenges as stepping stones to success.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianachan/
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In this thought-provoking and empowering podcast episode we chat with Dan Pontefract about inspiring leaders to take a fresh look at a new coalescence between work and life.
In Dan's upcoming book, Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team That Flourishes, he takes a dive into integrating professional and personal lives. Just as a flower needs the right mix of sunlight, water, and nutrients to grow and thrive, team members need the right mix of work-life factors to create a fulfilling and harmonious existence. Through primary global research, interviews, and personal experience, Pontefract delves into the current state of work and life, offering practical solutions for leaders and organizations to create environments where teams can flourish.
There really is no such thing as work-life balance: our rigid attempts to achieve it don’t reflect current realities and are, in fact leading us to further burnout, stress, and unhappiness. Instead, he encourages a more holistic approach, promoting the idea of “blooming” in both work and life. Pontefract stresses that for people to succeed, they must reach fulfillment through the integration of work and the personal aspects of life. After all, people bring their work into their lives and their lives into their work; an improved integration is necessary.
Thanks Dan for your insights and for sharing with us your ground-breaking work.
Connect with Dan:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/danpontefract/
Pre-order Dan’s Upcoming Book:
https://www.danpontefract.com/work-life-bloom-preorder/
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Jason Lauritsen is a renowned keynote speaker, author, and consultant who challenges conventional thinking and brings a fresh perspective to employee engagement and performance management. With his extensive expertise, he passionately advocates for creating fulfilling work experiences for every employee.
Jason's unique approach blends research, practical experience, and compelling storytelling to empower managers and leaders to make a positive impact on their teams. Drawing from his background as both a former corporate executive and entrepreneur, Jason has always been driven to build organizations that prioritize both people and profits.
Having led the research team for Quantum Workplace's Best Places to Work program for three years, Jason possesses deep insights into what distinguishes exceptional workplaces from the rest. His extensive study of the employee experience across thousands of companies has equipped him with valuable knowledge about the strategies and practices that engage employees at the highest level.
As an accomplished author, Jason has published two influential books: "Unlocking High Performance: How to use performance management to engage and empower employees to reach their full potential" and "Social Gravity: Harnessing the Natural Laws of Relationships." These books delve deeper into his insights, offering readers comprehensive frameworks and practical tools for creating thriving work environments.
Connect with Jason:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonlauritsen/
Jason’s Website:
https://jasonlauritsen.com/
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Achieving success doesn't have to come at the cost of burnout. Nina brings a unique blend of knowledge and expertise to the conversation with her interdisciplinary background in Management and Neuroscience, and currently pursuing a PhD in Management,
Nina's extensive experience as a speaker and workshop facilitator for various organizations, including conferences, private businesses, non-profits, and MBA programs, has equipped her with invaluable insights into addressing work-life balance and managing stress effectively. Having worked as a workshop facilitator for Apple, Nina knows how to engage audiences and make challenging topics like stress, mental health, and burnout both informative and enjoyable.
As a keynote speaker, Nina uses neuroscience-based insights to inspire individuals and teams to create a harmonious work-life balance. She shares practical strategies and evidence-based approaches to help audiences manage stress at work, find fulfillment outside of their professional lives, and foster resilience within teams. Her talks and workshops not only provide invaluable knowledge but also equip organizations with the tools to cultivate wellbeing at work.
Nina's commitment to research in the field of work stress further enhances her expertise. Her ongoing projects delve into the impact of leadership on employee stress experiences, how individuals interpret institutional messages about stress and resilience, and the role of neuroscience in advancing work stress research. By bridging the gap between academia and real-world applications, Nina's research adds depth and credibility to her insights.
In this episode, Nina Nesdoly dives deep into the neuroscience behind work-life balance, debunking myths and providing practical strategies for listeners to implement in their own lives. Her engaging storytelling and expertise in managing stress and burnout will leave you inspired and equipped to thrive in the workplace.
Connect with Nina:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nina-nesdoly/
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In this captivating episode, we engage in an enlightening conversation with esteemed guest speaker Craig Forman. Craig is a renowned work culture expert and a passionate advocate for improving employee engagement and creating thriving workplaces. His mission is to help the world work better by improving how we work.
Craig Forman is an individual deeply fascinated by the intricacies of human work dynamics, both at the individual and group level. Recognizing the substantial amount of time we dedicate to our jobs, Craig firmly believes that when we feel connected to and inspired by our work and workplace, we thrive as individuals, leading to the success of our organizations.
In this episode, Craig shares his profound insights on how to enhance work culture and foster employee engagement. He delves into the significance of leveraging data-driven approaches to make more human-focused decisions within organizations. Craig provides valuable strategies and practical tools for leaders and managers to create a culture-first work environment that values and empowers employees.
As a fervent advocate for change, Craig is devoted to making a difference one person at a time. He is an active community builder who aims to gather like-minded individuals, both online and offline, to collectively drive positive change in work cultures.
This podcast episode will inspire you to reimagine the future of work and equip you with the tools and mindset necessary to cultivate engagement and empowerment within your own organization.
Connect with Craig:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/culturecraig/
Craig's Website:
https://www.culturecraig.com/
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In this inspiring episode, join us as we sit down with two remarkable marriage and family therapists, Julianne Guinasso, LMFT and Poonam Natha, LMFT. Both passionate advocates for reshaping the culture of work, they discuss the need for more empathy in the workplace and share their insights on how to create a more empathetic work environment.
Julianne Guinasso, LMFT and Poonam Natha, LMFT have dedicated their careers to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of relationships. Recognizing the impact of work culture on people's lives, they have set out to redefine the way we think about work and promote a more empathetic approach through their company, Level Up Leaders Inc.
In this episode, they delve into various topics, including the consequences of a lack of empathy in the workplace, the benefits of fostering a culture of empathy, and practical strategies for organizations to implement empathy-driven policies. Drawing on their extensive experience in therapy and their deep understanding of human relationships, they provide valuable insights on how businesses and individuals can create meaningful change.
Throughout the conversation, they share compelling stories that highlight the transformative power of empathy. They explore the role of leaders in shaping work culture and provide actionable tips for managers, employees, and entrepreneurs who wish to prioritize empathy in their organizations.
This episode will leave you feeling inspired and equipped with tangible steps to start reshaping the culture of work within your own sphere of influence. Whether you're a CEO, a manager, or an employee, tune in to discover how empathy can revolutionize the way we approach work and build stronger, more connected teams.
Connect with Poonam:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/poonam-natha-m-a-lmft-09395938/
Connect with Julianne:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianne-levelupleaders/
Level Up Leaders Inc. Website:
https://www.levelupleaders.org/
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Leadership is hard, especially when you don’t feel you’re set up for success. You should be able to feel empowered to lead with authenticity and confidence.
My guest today is Jill Katz, who helps business leaders overcome their hurdles to create an authentic, people-focused business. She is the Founder & Chief Candor, Courage & Care Officer of Assemble HR Consulting, a talent strategy firm that offers custom leadership off-sites, learning programs, coaching, and fractional HR services in the areas of culture, change, communication and conflict.
It’s not just about writing a check. Employment is about focusing on unlocking the potential of your people. Jill places her stake in the ground by stating that people are more important than the revenue because when you take care of your people first, the business will fall into place. Stats show that high-performing teams come from a culture of trust, empathy, and collaboration.
Jill also shares with us her vision and mission to bring people-focused leadership to the forefront of the workplace. It was a privilege chatting with her and we can't wait to have her back on another episode.
Thanks, as always, for tuning in. We’ll see you next week.
Connect with Jill: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillbkatz/
Assemble HR Consulting: https://hrassemble.com/
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Managers play a pivotal role in any organization, shaping the work environment, driving employee engagement, and ultimately impacting the bottom line. Yet, too often, the focus on technical expertise overshadows the significance of developing well-rounded managers with strong interpersonal skills.
Join us as we sit down with renowned management expert Laura Sukoroff, who dives deep into the critical role of manager training and the immense value of soft skills in driving business success.
Laura Sukoroff, a respected authority on leadership and talent development, shares her invaluable insights on the importance of investing in manager training programs that prioritize soft skills. Drawing from her vast experience working with diverse industries and teams, Laura emphasizes that a manager's ability to effectively communicate, motivate, and build relationships is the cornerstone of their effectiveness.
Throughout the episode, Laura explores various aspects of soft skills and how they directly contribute to business outcomes. She delves into the art of active listening, empathy, and emotional intelligence, revealing their transformative impact on team dynamics, collaboration, and productivity. She underscores the critical role of self-awareness in fostering a positive work environment and facilitating effective decision-making.
Did you know that only 10% of managers actually possess the skills they need to lead others? That means 9 out of 10 managers really need training. That's where Laura comes in. She provides soft skills training to managers, enabling them to confidently connect with, engage, and inspire their teams to do great work.
Thanks, as always, for staying tuned to the podcast!
Connect with Laura: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurasukorokoff/
Laura’s book: https://www.cchangelearning.com/it-s-not-them-it-s-you
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Hello, everyone. Angela here, host of Social Responsibility at Work and founder at Call for Culture. I am crashing this episode for a very quick announcement, so hang in there with me. You'll be right back to your episode in no time. The reason why I'm joining it today for a little bit is because we have some big news to celebrate.
The Social Responsibility at Work podcast just reached its 100th episode after three years of recording phenomenal guests and reach across almost 80 countries now. We're just so grateful that you're here with us. Thank you for your commitment to creating more inclusive, sustainable and regenerative outcomes for organizations, society and humanity. We have the momentum and the movement to change work as we know it, and your support means everything.
And if you haven't already, drop a review, share an episode so we can continue to expand this platform for the next hundred episodes. So thank you all so much for being here and cheers to 100 more.
Call For Culture: https://callforculture.com/
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Gethin is an award-winning psychologist who has been helping some of the world’s largest organizations to improve their employee experience and wellbeing for two decades. The last 10 years have been spent working as part of the senior leadership team at Benefex where Gethin leads our thought leadership in the market.
As a frequent writer and speaker on employee experience and employee wellbeing, Gethin has been featured in Forbes, The Guardian, The Huffington Post and The Financial Times as well as all major HR, Reward and Pensions publications. Gethin has been listed as one of the world’s top 101 Global Employee Experience Influencers for the last two years running, is listed on the Employee Engagement Powerlist and is one of LinkedIn’s top global contributors. Gethin is also a regular keynote speaker, Chair of the UK Government-backed Engage for Success Wellbeing Thought Action Group, a Key Stakeholder in UK Government Transport Employee Wellbeing KPI’s and a Fellow at the RSA.
His new book, ‘A Work In Progress,’ brings together evidence from more than 500 studies, exclusive contributions from leading global workplace experts, and captivating advice from in-house wellbeing leaders from organizations including Ocado, Philip Morris International and Serco. This book aims to support CEOs, HR, Reward, Benefit and Wellbeing leaders to fully understand what impact their organization is having on its people and uses some of the latest post-pandemic research and thinking to ensure we are building more sustainable and resilient organizations that employees want to work for and stay with.
I resonated deeply with the content of this podcast and hope you do as well. Thanks, as always, for your continued support and commitment to building a better future for work.
Connect with Gethin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gethinnadin/
Gethin’s latest book, A Work In Progress: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BGN8X8DQ?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_K6Z95KT4Q2N9CHABEXQN
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I’m so excited to share this in depth discussion with you. Mita Mallick shares insights from her new book, Reimagine Inclusion, where she debunks 13 myths that hold us back from transforming our workplaces. She delivers powerful storytelling combined with practical and hands-on ways for us to be more inclusive leaders.
In this episode she demonstrates that when we show up as more inclusive leaders, we have the power to change our organizations, ultimately creating a ripple effect across our ecosystem. She discusses how to understand, confront, and mitigate our own biases as we commit to do the work that starts with leaders.
You’ll also discover how to coach future leaders, how to be intentional about how you lead in your organization―both in public and behind closed doors―and how you can become an active participant in building your workplace’s culture.
Throughout the episode we discuss how leaders can:
- Understand the individual's journey in your organization
- Interrupt bias at every key decision point
- Transform your organization’s systems, processes, and policies to improve inclusivity at every level.
“I believe diversity of thought doesn’t happen without diversity of representation. When you have all those points of views, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds coming together around a table. Colliding, clashing, and collaborating- that’s when magic happens. That’s when we come up with that one break through innovative idea, campaign, innovation- to authentically and purposefully serve customers and communities.”
Mita is currently the head of inclusion, equity and impact at Carta and is a top LinkedIn voice of 2020. Don’t hesitate to pick up her book today.
Connect with Mita: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mita-mallick-2b165822/
Mita’s Book Reimagine Inclusion: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1394177097
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In this thought-provoking episode we sit down with the inspiring Melissa Villanueva, a visionary leader in the coffee industry and an advocate for social justice. Join us as we delve into the captivating world of coffee and explore how it can be a catalyst for building a more equitable society.
Melissa Villanueva is the CEO and owner of Brewpoint Coffee in Elmhurst, IL. Brewpoint Coffee has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Sprudge, and a number of other publications for their inspiring small business journey.
During our conversation, Melissa shares her personal journey and the experiences that shaped her passion for social impact. She delves into the challenges faced by coffee farmers, particularly in developing countries, and how their livelihoods are impacted by systemic issues such as poverty, gender inequality, and climate change.
Throughout the episode, Melissa shares inspiring stories of individuals and communities who have benefited from the transformative power of equitable coffee practices. She emphasizes the need for collaboration and collective action to create a fairer and more sustainable coffee industry that benefits everyone involved.
Tune in to this enlightening conversation with Melissa Villanueva, where we explore the incredible potential of coffee as a vehicle for positive change. Whether you're a coffee lover, an advocate for social justice, or simply curious about the intersection of business and social impact, this episode will leave you inspired to take action and support a more equitable world.
Connect with Melissa:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-villanueva-95579340/
Grab Some Coffee:
https://brewpointcoffee.com/
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People, not policies.
This is the major shift that our guest, Tracie Sponenberg, is looking to enact in HR departments around the world. Modern HR is more than just compliance, it’s about connecting with community and designing employee experiences so workers can do the best work of their lives and feel true satisfaction in their roles.
Tracie is Chief People Officer at The Granite Group and a highly sought after keynote speaker who specializes in helping HR departments move from a “paper-first” to “people-first” model. As a long time practitioner Tracie has over 25 years of experience helping organizations focus on culture, authenticity, and transparency. She is the recipient of the 2022 Boston HR Council Speaker of the Year Award, the global 2022 and 2021 OnCON Global Icon Top 50 Human Resources Professional Awards and the 2019 RY Perry HR Hero Award.
“HR needs to be passionate about the people experience. We can design journeys and implement employee feedback models to design experiences that they truly love.”
In this episode we get a glimpse into how Tracie found her place in HR and how she was able to move from “Karen in HR,” to “Caring HR” through empathizing with her workforce and building experiences that brought the best out in them.
I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did. Thanks, as always, for tuning in to our show.
Connect with Tracie:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/traciesponenberg/
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I’m very excited to be featuring a very special guest and friend who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the fields of Steam Learning, Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), and Mindfulness Coaching.
In this episode, I am joined by Allan Howard (not related) who will share insights and strategies for integrating SEL and mindfulness practices into Steam education. We discuss how he and his wife got started on this journey and explore how these practices can support the development of essential social and emotional skills, such as empathy, self-awareness, and self-regulation, while also enhancing team cohesiveness and productivity.
Allan also provides tips on how to cultivate a more mindful and compassionate learning environment, where employees can thrive emotionally. We discuss the benefits of mindfulness practices, such as reduced stress, improved focus, and increased resilience.
Thanks again, as always, for tuning in.
Connect with Allan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/allanhowardii/
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Perry Tims is Founder & Chief Energy Officer of PTHR, with 30+ yrs of experience in people, learning, technology, organization change & transformation. In 2022 he was ranked Number 1 Most Influential HR Thinker by HR Magazine.
In this episode, Perry shares his personal mission is to see more people flourish through their work, and help shift organizations as a force for societal good (not just profit machines).
PTHR's mission is defined as "Better Business for a Better World," and I was excited to see Perry’s passion for change and connecting people. The stats are pretty clear that a happy employee is a productive employee and this episode will give some insight on how to build a stronger culture within your organization.
Thanks, as always, for listening to our podcast! Stay tuned for more great content.
Connect with Perry
https://www.linkedin.com/in/perrytimms/
People & Transformational HR Ltd:
https://pthr.co.uk/
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Richard Newman is on a mission to transform your mindset, influence, and future to elevate your work, team, and life. His new book, Lift Your Impact, shares the groundbreaking communication techniques that can help you gain the results and respect you deserve. He includes a toolkit of proven, thoroughly researched and tested techniques to help organizations thrive.
We had a great chat in this episode where he shares how he was inspired to take a gap year before college that completely changed the trajectory of his life. Since then he has trained over 60,000 people from 45 countries and works with over 100 corporate clients.
Lift Your Impact launches on April 28th and will provide you with a simple, practical approach that allows you to remove the challenges that are holding you back from success and build the future you truly desire.
He also had the chance to sing alongside Michael Bublé, which was a lifelong dream of his.
Thanks Richard, for your time and attention to these important topics.
Connect with Richard:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardnewmanspeaks/
Richard’s New Book, Lift Your Impact
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1265086141
Body Talk
https://www.ukbodytalk.com
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Being vulnerable at work can help create a more authentic, empathetic, and supportive workplace culture, which can lead to improved productivity, engagement, and overall well-being.
Vulnerability can help create a safe space for open communication. When you share your thoughts, feelings, and concerns, you can facilitate more honest and productive conversations with your colleagues.
My guest today shares personal experiences being vulnerable at work and how he works with executives to be more vulnerable as a competitive advantage in today’s ever-changing market. Nick Jonsson is the Managing Director of EGN who provides a safe haven for members to share their work-related challenges, receive support, and learn from each other.
He is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, podcast host, and award-winning entrepreneur who shares his personal highs and lows in the business world. Throughout his journey, he has learned the power of connection and support.
When you allow yourself to be vulnerable, you're showing your authentic self, and that can help build trust with your colleagues. It can also encourage them to open up and share their own vulnerabilities, further strengthening trust and relationships…which is good for business.
Thanks, as always, for tuning in to our podcast.
Connect with Nick:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-jonsson/
EGN Peer Network:
https://www.egnpeernetwork.com
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My guest today is Geoffrey M. Roche, Senior Vice President at Core Education, public figure, strategist, connector and collaborator, who has leveraged his skills to develop and train healthcare professionals.
“We need to create a healthcare system that is equitable. We need to create the right providers and train them to meet the needs of different populations. To think that we are not there yet, in 2023, as a healthcare professional, is quite frustrating. Lives are literally at stake.”
According to Geoffrey, our healthcare system has some systemic, long-known issues that have significantly impacted various individuals and communities, not just in the United States, but across the world. He gives an example that the rate of maternal fatalities is significantly higher for African American women and even celebrities like Serena Williams have had to fight for their right to equitable healthcare.
We also discussed the aim of empathetic leadership, which is to focus on others first by building meaningful relationships and human-centered connections, always daring to think and go big while fostering prosperous environments for change, and facilitating ecosystem partnerships to drive new solutions and results.
If we lead with our hearts we can truly create a different model for the future of healthcare.
Connect with Geoffrey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffreymroche/
Core Education: https://core.edu/
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“Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” –Ralph Waldo Emerson
This is a quote I adore and the vibe I get when speaking with Lori on this week’s podcast episode. Lori Michele Leavitt is “The Pivot Catalyst” who has coached, consulted, and trained hundreds of leaders around the world to achieve their objectives and generate extraordinary momentum.
She speaks globally on catalyzing momentum, leading, pivoting, and workplace culture change. She also leads the 10x!® business and leadership private peer advisory groups. She is also founder and president of Abrige Corp., which offers the Aligned Momentum (A.M.)® program and software to help managers lead. A.M. transforms performance management into performance momentum.
In this episode we discuss how high performers can transform into the creative leaders needed, unlocking new strategies for growth, and discovering how, when, and why a company should pivot.
The world of work is constantly changing around us and it’s important to take risks and pivot when the “old ways” are no longer working. Lori has made many pivots in her career and is not afraid to drop practices that no longer serve her. It is a great lesson for all of us to constantly be moving forward.
Thanks, as always, for tuning in. We’ll see you on next week’s episode!
Connect with Lori:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorimicheleleavitt/
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Joey Price is one of my favorite HR influencers, I’ve been following him longer than he knows, and am so excited to have him on the show today. He has spent over 15 years in the HR Industry, starting as a Human Resources Assistant, who now runs Jumpstart: HR, an HR consulting for small businesses and startups.
Joey wants people more excited for Monday than they are for Friday. The ideal experience is that employees can go to a job that they enjoy and can feel happy and productive.
“HR is the glue that holds an organization together, and if it’s a messy organization, it’s going to be messy glue, but if it’s a nice, well run organization, it’ll bond well for a reason.”
Join us for a conversation around emerging AI tech like ChatGPT, modern HR practices, and how to embrace employee experience design to achieve a balance of productivity and fulfillment for your workforce.
Thanks, as always, for staying tuned to the podcast!
Connect with Joey:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeyvprice/
Jumpstart:HR
https://jumpstart-hr.com/
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Some call them “soft skills.” I call them “hard AF skills,” because they transcend all roles and should be the center of all our talent development efforts. That’s why I got excited to hear my guest today call them “core skills,” which brings so much light to the importance of our work.
Johnny Campbell is Co-Founder and CEO of SocialTalent, the world’s most popular e-learning platform dedicated to hiring and talent management. Their industry-leading content enables organizations to find and hire top talent, engage and retain their teams, and build diverse, inclusive workplaces.
In this episode we discuss talent development across the three big HR verticals: hiring, onboarding, and development. Leaders have a transformative role at each stage of the employee lifecycle and Johnny lays out some practical steps to take to improve career mobility, development, and upskilling.
“Our goal is simple – we enable companies and teams with the skills and training to hire, onboard, engage, develop and retain great talent. With expert-led training content for every stage of the employee lifecycle, we empower you to attract, find and hire top talent and create engaging, inclusive workplaces where your teams can thrive.”
Thanks, Johnny, for your time today and we can wait to catch up with you on another episode.
Connect with Johnny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnnycampbell/
SocialTalent: https://www.socialtalent.com/
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Emmanuel is a social entrepreneur from Kampala, Uganda with a passion for upskilling the next generation of talent in preparation for jobs and entrepreneurial opportunities in Africa. In this episode we dive deep into his story and the personal struggles he endured to make it out of the slums in Uganda and eventually lead era92, a youth creative agency training and employing Uganda's young adults in design, art, and technology.
“I believe that talent is equally distributed but the opportunity is not. I am an opportunity creator, committed to releasing the brilliance of millions of unemployed young people in Africa”
Achieving systemic change for low opportunity youth may seem like a gigantic mountain to climb, but I’m so grateful for the efforts of social entrepreneurs like Emmanuel who are on the front lines working to bring about these changes in today’s youth and beyond.
If you are interested in contributing to the movement that mobilizes young adults across Africa, connect with Emmanuel on LinkedIn and visit his website to find opportunities to educate and empower the youth of Uganda.
Connect with Emmanuel:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nsabaanye-emmanuel/
Era92 Website
https://era92creative.com/
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The topic of psychological safety in the workplace cannot be emphasized enough. If we fail as businesses to create psychologically safe environments, all of our other design efforts will fall short. The strength of a good leader can be measured by their ability to create a safe space for employees. That’s why we are tapping into the neuroscience behind workplace psychology on today’s episode.
Our guest is Jordan Zezza, a Senior Manager and R&D Data Science Portfolio Management at The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson. Jordan joined the healthcare industry after he discovered a deep passion to support his family and friends in leading a happy and healthy life.
If we are to achieve our ideals of an inclusive and productive workplace, we must build a foundation of psychological safety for all employees. This is the chief cornerstone of all healthy corporate cultures.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by my guest today do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the organization he works for.
Connect with Jordan:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-j-zezza/
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At Call For Culture, we offer a fresh take on workplace culture consulting. If you’ve ever heard me speak, you know our mission is to foster workplace culture partnerships and communities built on meaningful connection, sustainable change, and regenerative outcomes.
Sustainable and regenerative. These are also terms our guest uses several times in this episode to show how the economy needs to evolve to better serve the people it was designed for. Don Golden is Founder at Just Capital Quotient LLC and Chief Impact Officer at Threefold Private Equity, a firm that invests in businesses that are seeking to make a difference in the world by developing a regenerative economic model.
In this episode we cover how partnerships will become more prevalent than ever before, giving more than we take, and leaving a legacy that is rooted in human centered design.
At the end of the day, business owners have a multidimensional platform to achieve a specific purpose. It’s important to get extremely clear on that purpose, regularly communicate it to employees, and constantly reconnect to the higher function of why the business exists.
Connect with Don:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-golden-7b629987/
Just Capital Quotient:
https://www.justcapitalquotient.com/
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The impact of strong leadership and culture on an organization’s success has already been well documented, and yet some companies are still struggling to implement even the basic culture initiatives for employees. Next level leaders empower their people. With me to discuss is strategy facilitator, board director, and speaker, Alex Brueckmann.
It’s great to have Alex on the show again where he shares some raw and exciting insights from his upcoming book, Secrets of Next-Level Entrepreneurs, 11 Powerful Lessons to Thrive in Business and Lead a Balanced Life. He presents a collection of practical and insightful resources that walk you through how to grow a profitable business while maintaining a healthy and fulfilling life. You’ll learn to run your company while, at the same time, contributing to and improving a community and world we all want to live in.
I appreciate Alex’s insights and that he truly practices what he preaches to make the world a better place.
And thank YOU for tuning in to another great episode.
Connect with Alex:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderbrueckmann/
Preorder his book:
https://a.co/d/icOTN7d
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According to the Surgeon General’s workplace wellbeing report, 76% of U.S. workers reported at least one symptom of a mental health condition, 84% of respondents said their workplace conditions had contributed to at least one mental health challenge, and 81% of workers reported that they will be looking for workplaces that support mental health in the future.
This tells us that workplaces are contributing negatively to mental health, but they don’t have to. On the show to discuss with us today is my good friend, Raymond Achille. “Recovery Ray” is a Wellness Consultant, Health Equity Advocate, Speaker, and Podcast Host who owns a wellness and health equity firm called Balance Period.
Balance Period is focused on creating a world where generational wellness is accessible to everyone. They strive to create an environment where family systems and businesses pass down healthy habits from one generation to the next.
“When we think about our black and brown communities in the states and look at the data around their longevity and the different ailments they die from (diabetes, heart disease, hypertension), it is disproportionate to their white counterparts in this country. A lot of what contributes to these ailments is aligned with the habits we practice and the environments we are forced into with systematic racism etc…there is a lot of inequality.”
This is why one of my foundational tenets is to facilitate sustainable behavior change in organizations so we can take care of the humans that entrust us with 8 hours of their day.
Thanks Ray, for your wonderful insights.
Connect with Ray:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/raymondachille/
Balance Period
https://www.balanceperiod.com/
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As we gear up to celebrate Black History Month, it’s essential to reflect on how far our DEI efforts have come in the workplace, and while it’s true that we’ve made some great progress that deserves to be celebrated, we still have a long way to go.
That is why we are kick starting the month of February with a powerful and influential figure who has dedicated his life to the movement. Reggie Butler is a highly recognized corporate consultant and public speaker with over 28 years experience in human capital performance management within the private and corporate sectors. As an educator, trainer and inclusion champion he has become a highly sought after speaker through his high energy and impactful delivery style.
“If leaders take, not just responsibility, but accountability, for their DEI efforts, we will see organizations make a difference on a deep, systemic level.”
The culture of an organization happens simultaneously from the top down and the bottom up. There is often a clear gap between what leaders are saying about the organization and the lived experiences of employees. We need to come down out of the clouds and see culture for what it really is if we are hoping to make lasting change.
Be sure to connect with Reggie and listen to their podcast, Care More, for more great insights and thought-provoking discussions.
Connect with Reggie:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginaldbutler/
Performance Paradigm:
https://www.performanceparadigm.com/
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Today we’re going to be talking about how systems change happens and how it’s actually just a culmination of micro progressions and behavioral shifts over time.
Dr. Jacqueline Kerr is a behavior change scientist.TEDx and keynote speaker, and podcast host. Our work intersects when organizations are looking for culture change and we teased out some important tenets when it comes to doing this effectively.
Jacqueline shares some of her journey with us, “I am on a mission to prevent burnout in other working moms and to change the narrative that burnout is an individual problem. It is a systemic problem that needs strategic multi level solutions. I host the podcast Overcoming Working Mom Burnout & I write and speak regularly about burnout and behavior change.”
As scary as systems change may seem, it’s by identifying and taking that first step that leads to healthier and more productive organizations. Thanks for joining us on the show today!
Connect with Dr. Jacqueline Kerr:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jacqueline-kerr-a62581173/
www.DrJacquelineKerr.com
The Huuman Group:
https://www.thehuumangroup.com/
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I have always been fascinated by the human psyche, especially at work. Have you ever noticed that people might behave differently in the workplace than they do in other environments? It’s called “code switching” and it’s something that two I/O Psych enthusiasts like Erica and I love to explore.
Erica is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in the field for over 10 years. Her mantra is to remove obstacles and simplify processes to build scalable people practices that center the human experience and provide equitable opportunities for everyone to thrive.
In this episode we go deep on diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and how it is more than just issues to solve through the DEI efforts of an HR department. It is a deep systemic problem that requires lasting change in the way we treat others at work.
You’ll see our passions come alive in this episode as two Chicago natives are working towards a better work environment for the under-represented. It’s these and the many other conversations we have on this podcast that keep me fired up for the work that we are doing. Let’s keep driving for more diverse and inclusive workforces.
Connect with Erica:
linkedin.com/in/erica-j-spitale-psyd-96ba312b/
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Web3. The Metaverse. Decentralization. You might have heard these terms thrown around by big tech companies like Mark Zuckerberg’s Facebook or your 17 year old “crypto bro” nephew, but what does this new tech mean for the future of work? Is it a viable solution for some of the HR problems we are grappling with today? With me to discuss the challenges and opportunities that these technologies present is my good friend Josh Drean.
Josh is a web3 advisor at the Harvard Innovation Labs and Co-founder of DreanMedia, a web3 media agency. Josh is an HR Transformation and Metaverse expert who marries web3 technologies with workplace strategies. He hosts webinars in both the HR tech and web3 space and speaks internationally to bring market insights to digital-first leaders.
In this episode we discuss how emerging AI could potentially take over key HR functions, how “going digital” can lead work to be more human, ironically, and the privacy and security risks to be aware of should these technologies persist.
Regardless of emerging web3 tech and the metaverse, we are tasked with designing employee experiences that offer rich human interactions and purpose-driven work that brings out the best in our people. If these technologies help us get there, then let’s keep learning and growing together.
Thanks, as always, for joining us on these discussions.
Connect with Josh:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshdrean/
DreanMedia:
https://dreanmedia.com/
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Today we’re talking about a crucial topic and experience that is often overlooked in the workplace and within the context of broader well-being and mental health conversations - perinatal mental health.
My guest today is a special one. Kendra Vargas, LCPC, PMH-C, is owner and founder of Authentically You Psychotherapy, PLLC. She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional in the state of Illinois. Kendra is also a childhood friend of mine (our dads were besties), and the fact that we both have an opportunity to bring our work and experience together for this conversation gives me so much joy!
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders are among the most common complications that can occur before conception, during pregnancy, or in the first 12 months after delivery (often also called postpartum depression).
We talk more about health disparities when it comes to general healthcare and underserved communities, what perinatal care is, and how it connects to the larger picture of the mental health crisis at work. We discuss where employers and leaders are missing the mark (due to lack of knowledge or acknowledgement) and how they can create an inclusive and flexible environment where parents and those going through family planning have the appropriate resources and support they need.
Connect with Kendra:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kavargaslcpcpmhc/
More Resources on Perinatal Mental Health
https://www.nationalperinatal.org/mental-health
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Well that’s a wrap! It’s been an amazing year working with some of the most talented HR, DEI, and Wellbeing professionals on the planet.
We conclude 2022 with my favorite annual tradition by bringing in two top minds from Qualtrics to discuss employment trends for 2023. I'm so excited to welcome Haley Kuschman and Frank Laterza to the show.
We go deep on the research Qualtrics has produced in its Employee Experience Trends report to help you kick start the new year with vigor and employee-centric focus.
Trends we cover:
- Employee Engagement
- Intent to stay
- Inclusion & belonging
- Experience vs. Expectations
- Reclaiming boundaries
- Managing burnout
- Connected to purpose
As we transition to a new year, it’s more important to listen and understand than to have the perfect plan. If you don’t know where to start, ask for feedback on where you should start, communicate your results, and, as always, be caring and transparent. This is an iterative process and I am so excited to be on this journey with you.
Have a great end to your year and we’ll look forward to seeing you again in 2023!
Get the Qualtrics Employee Experience Trends report:
https://www.qualtrics.com/ebooks-guides/2023-ex-trends-report/
Connect with Frank:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/franklaterza/
Connect with Haley:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/haleykuschman/
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I couldn’t be more excited for this special episode with Rosanna Durruthy, Vice President of Global Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at LinkedIn.
Rosanna gives us an inside look at her journey, which started as a child of a Cuban dad and Puerto Rican mom who came to America in search of greater opportunity, to now running one of the biggest DEI departments in the world.
“How are we forming relationships that not only allow us to feel at ease in the environment, but also give us access to understanding our careers? The work of LinkedIn is to acknowledge that professional development is ongoing, we are always learning, and part of that learning is access to information, development of skills, connection to a community, so that we can all be more socially responsible.”
Companies exist to better employee experience, not just customer experience because we believe that human-centered workplaces create stronger communities and societies. When you adopt the social responsibility of enabling employees to go home happy and create impact in their communities, better outcomes are created — at every level.
If we are all imbued with the ability to see differences, not as a threat, but as a possibility, that allows younger generations more opportunities. Diverse teams win.
Connect with Rosanna:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rmdurruthy/
LinkedIn Workforce Diversity Report:
https://news.linkedin.com/2022/october/2022-workforce-diversity-report
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I grew up in a multiracial home in the diverse neighborhood of Roger’s Park, Chicago. It wasn’t until I entered corporate America and grad school that I realized that I was different. I realized I was disadvantaged because I was putting in a lot of energy trying to be someone I am not. We need to do better for the next generation, to enable them to be their authentic and real selves at work.
That’s why I am so eager to chat with my guest today, André Darmanin. André is an inclusive leader, people manager and systems thinker with two decades of diverse international experience in matrixed environments. He is a disruptor and relationship builder focused on equitable and strategic organizational solutions.
André makes the argument, “we need systemic, urban solutions to provide more opportunities to our employees and the people we lead.” Change can happen on several levels at an organization and André is thinking big.
The truth is, building a culture around work should not be a thing, we should be building a culture around culture. Meeting our people where they are and giving them the opportunity to shine, regardless or race, age, or sexual orientation.
Thanks for bringing your best to the podcast today, André.
Also, get excited for next week as I interview Rosanna Durruthy, Vice President, Global Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at LinkedIn.
Connect with André:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/andredarmanin/
The Urban Strategist:
https://urbanstrategist.ca/
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It seems like we are faced with current and global events that impact us on a weekly basis, which can shake our confidence in our systems. Some employees trust their employer more than they trust their government, so we have an important role to capture those communications. As conscious communicators we have to respond and be that source of truth.
That’s why I am excited to welcome Kim Clark to the podcast today. Kim is Co-author of the Amazon #1 bestseller, "The Conscious Communicator: The Fine Art of Not Saying Stupid Sh*t," She is a Speaker, DEI Strategist, and “Perpetual Learner”
“What is an organization, but a whole bunch of people working towards a common goal?” Kim reminds us that all our business activity is a vessel to achieve greater heights in humanity. We need all of us in order to achieve great things.
We all play a critical role in the DEI efforts of our organization. Let’s make sure to be conscious of our communications to provide a safe space to explore our unconscious biases to ensure a team’s communications are supporting an inclusive environment.
Connect with Kim:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deicommunicationskimclark/
Kim’s Book:
https://publishyourpurpose.com/books/the-conscious-communicator-the-fine-art-of-not-saying-stupid-sht/
Kim Clark Consulting:
https://communicatelikeyougiveadamn.com/
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You might remember Jim Young from a few episodes ago. I was invited to his EI EI EI Oh! Newsletter where I got to share some insights around diversity and inclusion.
“Creating equity requires us to get to know and understand other people and to come from a sense of humility, that we’re not always right.“
It's a lesson I'm learning everyday and a lesson for all leaders who are seeking to build people-centric work environments.
It’s so great to build relationships with my amazing guests above and beyond my own podcast. We are building a better world of work together!
As always, thanks for staying tuned and we'll look forward to wrapping up the year together.
For more free resources visit https://www.angelarhoward.com/
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Fear. It holds us back. It makes us doubt ourselves. It keeps us from advancing in our careers. So how can we overcome such an omnipresent obstacle that stands in the way of our success? Joining me today is none other than Dr. Benjamin Ritter to help us navigate this topic.
Dr. Benjamin Ritter is the founder of Live for Yourself Consulting, a leadership coach and podcaster who’s passionate about guiding leaders to be the leader of their own career and create a career they love.
“Leadership isn’t easy. It can be challenging and scary, but you have it within you to overcome your fears and accomplish great things for the people and organization you lead”
I continue to drive this home in EVERY conversation I have, leaders are first and foremost responsible for creating psychological safety and trust among the people they lead. If you are creating fear, you are sowing distrust. If you are creating unity, you are sowing trust.
We must understand how important it is to make this a priority so workers can overcome their fears and achieve what they are capable of.
Thanks again for another great conversation, Ben, we’ll see you all next week!
Connect with Dr. Ben
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritterbenj/
Live For Yourself Consulting
https://www.liveforyourselfconsulting.com/
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“There’s got to be more than this.”
That’s the big question employees are starting to ask themselves, as, in recent years, their employers have shown their true colors behind all this “purpose” talk. Employees have come to value life outside of the office more and have awoken from their stupor that chasing a career isn’t all that it’s made up to seem. That’s why instilling and living a true purpose at work is the best way to bring meaning to the individuals doing the work.
Brandon Peele is Co-Founder of Unity Lab, which empowers organizations to solve their retention, engagement, inclusion and mental health challenges. They create cultures of purpose, empathy, and trust and empower each employee to feel a sense of belonging no matter where they work.
"If you've worked alone long enough, and seek connection and greater impact through collaboration, I invite you into a vibrant community of purpose professionals like you.”
Enjoy this podcast episode where I share some of my culture learnings from my recent travels to Europe and we dig in about how to develop global purpose leaders.
Connect with Brandon:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bpeele/
Unity Lab:
https://unitylab.co/
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Financial literacy is not a part of the core curriculum in education. I had to teach myself. Many of you had to do the same. These are conversations we need to have more often, especially among Black and brown communities. When it comes to underrepresented groups, building generational wealth is extremely difficult due to lack of resources, lack of education, and centuries of skewed wealth distribution that makes it nearly impossible to get ahead.
My guest today is a Chicago native and Founder of @pablowealthtalks, Pablo Torres sees the opportunity to educate newer generations and break down systemic poverty so all can be compensated fairly for the value they add to society. What can organizations do to help? Start by recognizing this as a problem, align yourself with financial values that allow employees to get educated and build financial literacy, a skill we often take for granted, and work towards a brighter future for all communities, regardless of race, sex, or generation. We are very grateful for Pablo’s time and attention to this important topic.
Connect with Pablo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pablo-torres-0624b5166/
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I’m willing to bet you’ve had more bosses that you’ve struggled with than bosses you were actually excited to work for. Honestly…it’s not their fault. We’ve designed work systems that promote top performers and not the employee with the top leadership skills. It’s time for a change and I am so excited to discuss this with today's podcast guest.
Matthew Sandel’s goal is to wipe out bad leadership. He leverages neuroscience to create better leaders who promote positive culture to change the workplace. I’ve had the privilege of working with his firm, DX Learning, for a while now and I can say that it is the best leadership development training program that I’ve seen. It’s rich, research-driven and empirical.
DX Learning creates learning experiences that lead to new and compelling acts of leadership. This in turn drives visible and immediate change within the organization. DX experiences are quickly and easily adapted to your own company’s values and leadership framework. The focus is not on sharing ever more models and new knowledge, but on embedding vital skills that will motivate people at every level in the business, to achieve more.
All in all, connecting our hearts, hands, and minds will allow us to develop better leaders, strengthen work cultures, and drive forward a regenerative and sustainable leadership model that brings out the best in our people.
Connect with Matthew:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-sandel/
DX Learning Solutions:
http://www.dx-learning.com
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My work is focused on building human-centric companies. I want to help drive organizations to truly put culture first and help leaders worldwide to build profitable, sustainable, and regenerative ecosystems at work. That’s why I get excited when I connect with like-passionate individuals like Fresia on the podcast.
Fresia Jackson is Lead Researcher at Culture Amp and kindred I/O Psychologist so you might notice our excitement escalating the more we talk together 🤩
Culture Amp is a values-driven company whose mission goes beyond just building a business tool. It includes a commitment to providing the education, community, and support companies need to bring a culture-first approach to their employees..
Just listen to Fresia present some of her research around company culture and you’ll see why it is crucial that we keep moving and keep pushing for change. We can build a lasting culture if we dedicate ourselves to the cause.
Thanks, Fresia and Culture Amp, for the foundational work you are doing. Take this quiz to know which direction your company culture is headed.
The Four Company Directions: QUIZ
https://www.cultureamp.com/science/workplace-culture-insights/quiz
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/fresiajackson/
CultureAmp:
https://www.cultureamp.com/
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If you’ve seen the news lately, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with all of the problems we are currently grappling with. Economic downturns, racial injustice, wars on distant shores, natural disasters that ravage the lives of the innocent.
In times like these, I like to turn to my “why,” or the purpose that is driving my work forward. I can be encouraged to know that, at least in my own little corner of the world, I am doing some good to improve people’s lives at work.
That’s why I’ve enjoyed my conversation with today’s guest, Eric Ressler, who has a keen eye for macro changes and helps individuals take action in micro ways that have a big impact.
Eric is Founder of Cosmic, a Social Impact Creative Agency that empowers social impact in organizations to catalyze real world change by helping them nail their impact story, build brand awareness, and inspire action.
When we focus on what drives us, we can do great things, no matter the challenges. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did!
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/cosmiceric/
Cosmic:
https://designbycosmic.com/contact/
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When you think about what makes us great as humans is that we have the capacity for deep emotional connection. The biggest travesty, however, is when we, as individuals, buy into the concept that our self-worth should be tied to the work that we produce. Aiko and I agree that it is wrong and we are here to address it.
Aiko Bethea, Esq., PCC, is Founder of RARE Consulting and Coaching LLC who specializes in providing leadership coaching and workshops for underrepresented individuals. She has been working with leaders for decades who have a desire to create equitable and inclusive teams, want to develop an awareness of their blindspots, and recognize behaviors and circumstances that create barriers for underrepresented individuals.
“The amount of workplace suicide has gone up 39% since the year 2000. Everything that we talk about in terms of workplace psychology and the workplace being a place where people can thrive is because we are wired to show up with our full selves in the workplace, not just a piece of us.”
Your self-worth is not tied to the work you do. It is reflected in the life you choose to lead.
Connect with Aiko:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aikobethea/
Aiko & Brené Brown:
https://brenebrown.com/podcast/brene-with-aiko-bethea-on-inclusivity-at-work-the-heart-of-hard-conversations/
RARE Consulting and Coaching:
https://www.rarecoaching.net/
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At their core, DEI professionals are change experts. They own the challenge of shaking the foundation of traditional corporate cultures to help leaders confront subconscious bias.
I usually talk to white male leaders who recognize that they are entitled and privileged, they will say “I’m the last person you should be talking to about DEI,” but that’s not true! For what they lack in lived experiences, can be made up by actively deciding to use that privilege to do better. We need everyone for diversity to flourish.
That’s just what Valerie sets out to do. Valerie Williams is Founder and Managing Partner at Converge Firm, a diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) advisory that helps organizations design and implement DEI strategies and have bold conversations. Converge aims to address equity issues at scale and drive systemic change within the workplace.
In this episode, we cover:
- Keeping an eye on the 30,000 level view
- Always coming back to your WHY
- Staying strategic as possible
- Leveraging the ability to improvise
We need to meet people where they are and not where we think they should be. DEI is a function where people can bring so many perspectives and value to work. Let's unleash this potential by giving them a voice.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamsvalerie1/
Converge:
https://www.convergefirm.com/
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How do you measure wellbeing at work? Is it the number of company retreats each year? The number of positive comments among coworkers? Is it how well employees can memorize the company values?
Being someone who works daily in the culture space, a lot of people reach out to me with “symptoms,” but there is a huge gap between the responsibility of direct leaders and the implementation of company culture. We need to look at our day to day behaviors and make sure they match the values that we proclaim to hold at the organization. Wellbeing is the byproduct of a leaders’ behaviors at work.
My guest today is Matthew Jackson, a subject matter expert in the global HR & benefits SaaS space. Matt is passionate about mental health in the workplace with a proven success record at building high performing teams. Matthew believes in better, empathetic leaders, who are bringing the wellness epidemic to the forefront of productivity management and creating healthy programs for companies to take care of their people.
Wellness programs are not an add-on. They are about fixing fundamental business practices to include human experience at work.
Thanks for listening and be sure to catch new episodes every Wednesday morning.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjacksonhcm/
Unmind:
https://unmind.com/
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Underrepresented leaders have a vast array of talents and skills that they bring to the table, but traditional leadership rhetoric has kept these critical contributions to a minimum.
This is why today’s guest launched Untapped Leaders to create a space for those contributions to be named, validated, and amplified.
Jenny Vazquez-Newsum, Ed.D. is a leadership facilitator and writer with a long-time interest in leadership stemming all the way back to being a 5th grade elementary school elected official. As a biracial Black/Latinx woman, her leadership journey has been bumpy, invigorating. challenging, and a life's work.
From established executives at large corporations to early career professionals beginning their leadership journeys, unlocking these untapped capacities is necessary to move underrepresented leadership to the forefront of modern leadership.
Connect with Jenny
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jvazqueznewsum/
Learn more about Untapped Leaders
https://www.untappedleaders.com/about
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Lindsey Caplan is a screenwriter turned organizational psychologist who helps HR and business leaders script their change efforts for the effect they want…
…so you better believe we leaned right into the screenwriting narrative to provide a framework for people-first leaders who want to design better employee experiences.
Her work is focused on “the gathering effect,” which is a communication skill to match the message with the moment to create an effect. We often rely on gatherings (virtual and in-person) to spark movement for some of the most important and high-stakes moments in an employee’s journey when it’s most crucial to make change stick.
“Oftentimes, the gatherings that I see are very ‘push’ and one size fits all. They are very passive and made for anyone, and what I help people do is make them more ‘pull’ and personalized. I make them specifically about the people in the room."
It’s no secret that the long-term effect of effective communication is productivity, but it’s the implementation that takes practice and effort and we are grateful for Lindsey’s work to help organizations achieve the gathering effect.
Connect with Lindsey:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseycaplan/
Learn more at:
https://www.gatheringeffect.com/
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Being a leader is a tough job…and often comes with little support or training.
Managers play essential roles in designing and instigating a better employee experience because they are on the front line interacting with employees daily. If we want our EXD initiatives to break through, we must create better support for our front line managers.
That’s why I love this conversation with Paul, my guest on today’s podcast all the way from Canada, who has spent decades focusing on transformation and systems thinking. When asked about how to transform the leadership function, he digs right in with what has worked in the past and what the future of leadership training holds.
We also jump into a discussion about government and how (when it is functioning properly) it is supposed to help remove bigger barriers so employees can get their work done.
I appreciated his take on the often false perception of “loud leaders” getting work done forcibly vs. the quiet power of thoughtful, intentional leaders. Being a performative introvert, I can relate fully!
Be sure to connect with Paul on his timely insights.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulbellows/
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I’m so honored to have Heather Hansen on the podcast today all the way from Singapore, we joked that she has end of day hair and I have early morning hair 💇♀️
In this episode we discuss how the UNMUTED leader can show up, speak up, and inspire action. Heather boldly states, “when we are conscious, confident, and connected we can truly be unmuted and build a psychologically safe environment to bring out the best in our people. This will allow us to communicate more successfully in a distributed, global workforce.”
Heather focuses on fostering unmuted communication cultures where every voice is heard, resulting in greater inclusion, innovation and efficiency across remote and global teams. She is an outspoken advocate for global voices and her views on global communication have been featured in NPR, ABC, Quartz, and multiple print and radio outlets.
Having just delivered a keynote address at the WELCOA Summit in Chicago, I found these themes to resonate with the current challenges leaders are facing to bolster a healthy and productive workforce.
I had a great time chatting with Heather and hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did.
Connect with Heather:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hansenheather/
Heather’s Book:
https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B097CTH6F4&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_STY7AF5C04P53Y63222Z
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Monique spent the first three decades of her life being a gardener of plants 🪴 and now she’s a gardener of people 👩
In this episode we entertain ourselves by comparing horticulture to business culture and how leaders can better tend their “work garden.”
Referring to regenerative business practices, Monique says, “When you do regenerative work, you leverage all the resources available to you to create a clear process and journey for employees to be the true purveyors of culture”
Monique Allen is a Regenerative Business Coach & Founder of The Garden Continuum, Inc. We dive deep into concepts like non-confrontational confrontation, where managers can approach another human being without putting them on the defensive in order to de-stigmatize separation.
Just like a garden, a business relationship with employees should be symbiotic, full or rich interactions and partnerships for growth 🌱
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/moniquetgc/
The Garden Continuum:
https://www.thegardencontinuum.com/
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On this podcast we often amplify underrepresented voices, but today we’re opening up the conversations to men specifically and how they can avoid burnout by embracing expansive intimacy.
My guest is Jim Young, a burnout coach for men, both individually and in groups, to help them create sustainability in their personal lives and their businesses.“It’s the story I know the best and it’s a huge part of the solution.”
Jim uses a blend of deep personal & professional experiences, along with coaching skills rooted in neuroscience, psychology, emotional intelligence, creativity, play, and good old honesty to help men build the skills that are required to achieve lasting balance in their lives.
We discuss “Expansive Intimacy,” which is the title of his upcoming book on how to work through social comparison shame and cutting through to the root of burnout.
I was also impressed with his level of emotional intelligence when he paused mid-podcast to apologize when he perceived to have interrupted me. I loved watching him act on his words in realtime.
Enjoy this episode and be sure to pick up Jim's book in September.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecenteredcoach/
The Centered Coach:
https://thecenteredcoach.com/
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Hello Podcast Guests & Future Guests!
When we first decided to launch the Humanly Possible: Future of Work Conversations podcast, it was right in the middle of a pandemic (October 2020), and I had a burning need to use my platform, my knowledge, and my network to have transformative discussions around the world of work. The world of work continues to change, and the podcast has reached more than 50 countries with more than 50 inspiring guests (You all inspire me every single day). And we now have a following of listeners who are in positions to address and inspire transformative conversations around how work and business can be a catalyst for social impact.
We’ve covered topics around wellness, justice, anti-racism, psychological safety, equity, inclusion leadership, and sustainable culture building, and it’s become clear to me that we’re no longer talking about the future of work. The future of work is here, and we must shift the conversation to action and accountability.
So, I have some news – we’ve decided to shift the focus and name of the podcast. Here’s why:
This shift has been on my mind for a while. It’s been happening slowly and represents how I view my platform and impact on this work. I believe the workplace needs to be talked about as a system that creates a ripple effect into entire lives, generations, and communities. We envision a world in which companies exist to better employee experience, not just customer experience because we believe that human-centered workplaces create stronger communities and societies. A new and refined premise of this podcast is that when you adopt the social responsibility of creating employees that go home happy and create impact in their communities, better outcomes are created — at every level.
It all comes down to this. The name of the podcast: "Humanly Possible – Future of Work Conversations Podcast" will be changing to "Social Responsibility at Work", because we hold the belief that the Best Workplaces of today and tomorrow will fundamentally change hearts and minds about what work means, challenge-tired leadership paradigms, and view their platforms as responsible, conscious, and sustainable vehicles to create social impact. AT WORK in this context means, of course, that we will talk about social responsibility in the world of work but also signifies the action, the accountability and the solutions that we’ll provide that listeners can actively put TO WORK within their sphere of influence.
So, what can you expect moving forward? The podcast is known to be real, conversational, and actionable. For those of you who have been on my podcast, you know that I don’t prep guests in any formal way before our conversation and I describe the experience as similar to conversations over coffee. In my experience, this has been an intentional differentiation that makes these discussions so much more human and relatable. We’ll be focused more narrowly on bringing in diverse and emerging thought-leaders in the areas of conscious business and sustainable leadership practices. Specifically, we’ll be seeking out experts and changemakers that can point to solutions that will reframe our thinking, actions, and behaviors. If you know anyone who fits that description, let me know!
Lastly, there is no action needed from you, but I wanted to make sure you were informed of the change. If you have any concerns or questions, feel free to reach out! You’ve come this far with me, so I hope you join for this next leg of my podcasting journey.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart <3.
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Nothing gets me more excited than speaking with brilliant guests who just get it, you know? Dan & Pat Riley, Co-founders of RADICL, understand the human side of the future of work and are working to transform the people function as we know it.
RADICL is an authority in people science and the whole person experience that enables organizations to move beyond traditional employee engagement, performance management and leadership development.
“We unlock what people are saying, thinking, feeling, and how they are connecting with an organization’s purpose.” Says Dan, who has more than 20 years of experience in the HR and technology industry. “We then work with companies to transform that data into actionable insights to help them develop high-efficiency teams.”
A closed feedback loop paired with continuous action and transparent communication is my love language ❤️
Enjoy this replay as we revisit the HR topics that are more relevant than ever.
Connect with Dan:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-riley-57b9431/
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricktrileyprofile/
RADICL:
https://www.radiclwork.com/
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When was the last time you hit your flow state? There is nothing quite like it, the productivity, the at-one-ness with your work etc… Trying to find and stay in that state can be a challenge, but there are two bright minds working to ensure that you stay on your A-game.
On this episode, I’m joined by two special guests, Ulf Schwekendiek and Steven Puri, co-founders of the app Centered. Together, in response to the growing influence of distracting technologies, Centered was created to help people be more productive by getting into deep work states quicker and staying there longer. It’s not just a “to do” app, Centered is changing the way we think about work. We discuss their experiences in creating this mindfulness app that “helps you get work done faster and happier.”
Staying “centered” can take many forms, including flow music, automated productivity coaching, mono-tasking and the Pomodoro method to help you become more productive in your work.
The truth is, there is a true cost to multi-tasking and its effects not only on productivity, but on mental health. Mono-tasking leads to a more effective way to work and, here’s the kicker, helps you spend less time working so you can make space for becoming a “happier human.”
Connect with Steven:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-puri-b0714436/
Connect with Ulf:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sulfme/
Centered App:
www.centered.app
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Spirituality and work are often two terms that mix as well as water and vinegar, but if workers put so much stock into their careers, it’s almost impossible not to consider their spiritual wellbeing also.
According to my guest, Janelle King, the two are practically inseparable. In this episode we dig into the importance of understanding the intersection of individual spirituality, finding organizational meaning and purpose, and the difference between having a purpose and a “calling”
Janelle King is a fellow Industrial/Organizational consultant and the Founder of Excel Leadership. Janelle works with organizations to build purpose driven cultures and with individuals to build purpose driven lives that connect to life and work.
Experience design doesn’t have to be void of the spiritual. As progressive leaders seek to make workplaces more human I would expect to see more bridging of organizational purpose to meet the spiritual needs of employees.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/janelleaking/
Work with Janelle:
https://www.janelleking.com/
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80-85% of stress in organizations is caused by ineffective, internal communication. That means, according to Evan, that organizations are standing in the way of their own success.
In today’s episode we get the best of two worlds, Evan Singer is a former-NFL and former-Uber leader turned people-first entrepreneur. He has used his experiences to apply a human-centered approach to leadership, communications, performance, and well-being through understanding stress and evolving mindset and resilience.
We chat about the individual human connection to stress (why we experience it and how to manage it) and how organizations can inflict or alleviate stress on the system and its people.
“The reactive and self-preservation role stress plays and the primal brain’s response to threats and emotions. And the opportunity for us to use our evolved mind to identify and observe stress to mindfully find thoughts that provide relief to stress.”
I’ve always believed that the role of an organization is to create cognitive ease and human-centered solutions to reduce stress, eliminate complexity, celebrate failure and provide tools for more resilient, happier and healthier humans in the workplace ☀️
Connect with Evan:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/evangsinger/
The Par Train:
https://www.thepartrain.com/
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“We need to get clear that there is probably not this thing called ‘culture’ that an organization dictates and pushes through an organization. It needs to be viewed as a network effect, a collaborative effect, and a co-creation effect.”
This is one of the many powerful soundbites dropped by my most recent guest Ciela Hartanov, which contained many jaw-dropping moments. She makes a VERY convincing case for employee experience design.
Ciela has a doctorate in Culture and Human Behavior and was part of the founding team of The Google School for Leaders and Head of Next Practice Innovation and Strategy. She left Google with the intention to give every organization the opportunity to say “What’s next for us and how can we be on the cutting edge of creating thriving organizations?”
She now runs humcollective, an innovation and strategy firm preparing organizations for the future.
“Let’s build more sensitive organizations so we can adapt and respond to this emergent terrain and do it in a way that is humane and delivers on the future of work that we are all hoping for” 😍
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/cielahartanov/
humcollective:
https://www.humcollective.co/
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How much do you know about your employee’s physical health?
Our guest on today’s podcast helps connect preventive health to culture at work and sustainability.
Dr. Jim Feng founded Phyxable Inc, an end-to-end virtual pain and prevention platform that uses machine learning, augmented reality and gamification to coach people out of pain, while empowering them with better human performance.
Our conversation around health only solidified in my mind the importance of taking the time and effort up front to make sure our people have the tools, the health, the wealth, and all the resources they need to survive and thrive as humans. It’s good for humanity and it leads to better business outcomes.
You can’t get organizational results with a sick workforce, or a workforce that is in pain.
Connect with Jim:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jim-feng-healthtech-ceo/
Phyxable:
https://www.phyxable.com/
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If you’ve spent any time in the corporate world in the past 2 years, you’ve probably noticed a lot of changes in the way we work. One of the biggest changes is the shifting power dynamics between employer and employee. This relationship has traditionally been grounded in the employer having more agency and the employee having less autonomy…all of that is shifting.
My guest today is David Fano, a serial entrepreneur and former Chief Growth Officer at WeWork, where he built a global growth team that opened and sold over 2 million square feet of space per month. He is Founder and CEO of Teal with a mission to empower every professional with the career guidance and resources they need to make career decisions with confidence.
In this episode we grapple with some of the industry’s toughest challenges, from globalization to disruptive new tech, all with our eyes focused on intentionally leaning in to the changes of this moment and how it impacts our relationships at work.
I’m excited to follow David’s next adventures as he refines his tech solutions to meet the needs of an ever-changing workforce.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidfano/
Teal:
https://www.tealhq.com/
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This podcast episode is coming to you live from the Workhuman LIVE - the world’s most transformative HR conference in Atlanta, GA!
Ok, y’all know I’m all about the ripple effect. My heart was beaming after a quote from this week’s podcast, “If we all just treated each other better, imagine the ripple effect it would have on the world” I know, right!?
In this episode we get up close and personal with Paul Wolfe, former CHRO of Indeed and author of an upcoming book, who is very good at living his mission to be vulnerable and promote equity in the workplace. He shares personal stories from navigating the pandemic with OCD, keeping employees aligned to the company purpose by focusing on employee happiness, and connecting us all back to our one universally shared experience: we are all human.
Paul doesn’t let a minute go by without sharing his disdain for “engagement” and surface level culture initiatives, the power of vulnerable leaders, recruiting and relationships, and work flexibility to drive productivity.
We’re all in for a treat with this one. Tune in every week for more great content on the Humanly Possible Podcast.
Connect with Paul:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulwolfe/
https://paulwolfe.com/
Learn more about Workhuman Certified:
https://www.workhuman.com/certified/
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This podcast episode is coming to you live from the Workhuman LIVE - the world’s most transformative HR conference in Atlanta, GA! When you decide to run a marathon, you are signing up for hours of training, early morning and/or late night runs, a change in eating habits…all for a 4 hour block of time 6 months down the road. This is how Goodr defines FUN. Goodr is not just about creating fun, fashionable, and functional sunglasses that everyone can afford, they believe that people who feel fully connected to an organization will bring themselves fully to work. I thoroughly enjoyed my chat with Nicole and Stephen where we explored the many people strategies they leverage, from presenting FLOCK UP awards to let employees know it’s ok to get it wrong, to implementing core values by introducing a slew of fun words that they use to define and shape behaviors …all with the intent of bringing joy back to work. Goodr is a great example of what I hope to achieve with my clients, I always say that my business is to work myself out of a job. I want to bake culture into the bones and the tissue of the organization, so much so that we create a self-sustaining people strategy that employees love. Nicole leaves us with a powerful reminder: “Do the work for your people. It is A LOT of work, but it is worth it.” Connect with Stephen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenlease/ Connect with Nicole: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-sedmak/ Learn more about Workhuman Certified: https://www.workhuman.com/certified/ Learn more about Workhuman LIVE: https://www.workhumanlive.com
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Compare what the world of work looked like 10 years ago to today. No one imagined a pandemic. No one could have predicted a moment in time where 100% of the workforce would be remote. Even though it’s hard to predict what will happen, Project 2030 has a vision for the future and is working to bring it to life.
Project 2030 is an informative exchange designed to empower, teach, educate and inspire the next generation of people leaders. They host a series of fireside chats/keynotes that are held at the university level to educate up-and-coming HR and leaders across America.
This episode touched me on a personal level because I can recall when I was at university working on my degree and trying to imagine where I fit in the workforce. Laura and AJ instill hope into an entire generation who already understand the shifting role of HR in the workforce and embrace it with open arms.
In this episode we discuss how to:
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Sharpen your competencies as an HR executive
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Identify your specific HR leadership style
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Define a roadmap/career path ways to senior leadership
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Dig deep into frameworks that are vital for people leaders
To any of you out there trying to predict what the world of work in 2030 looks like…I wish I could give you specifics, but I am extremely hopeful for the future of work and am grateful to build it alongside great people like Laura and AJ.
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I always say that it’s our responsibility to send happier healthier humans home. We are not just leaders of business, we are impacting whole families, whole communities, whole societies. All our actions have a ripple effect.
That’s why I am passionate about the upcoming generation, because they have the ability to change the narrative, and it starts at school, before they even enter the workforce. My guests today are leading the charge of preparing students for the challenges they will face as they enter the workforce.
Amy and Jazmine lead Schools That Can, a national not-for-profit network of K-12 schools in multiple cities, focused on providing culturally-relevant career readiness programming that helps schools meet student needs. It was a pleasure to unpack their passions in this episode.
Their transformational work can be felt for generations, even though they might not see the immediate impact, which I found to be inspiring. Not all of our work will produce immediate gains, and more often than not, it’s the most important work we could be doing. What are you doing to create lasting change?
Join us for a great discussion of the ways we can positively influence the lives of our youth to shape a greater future for them and a more inclusive workplace.
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https://www.schoolsthatcan.org/
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As the world returns to work, a term has caught my attention: proximity bias 🚩🚩🚩
It’s a concept that those employees returning to the office are treated better than those who continue to work remotely. So my question is, how do we replicate the employee experience for distributed teams to build deeper connections and relationships in a virtual world?
Here to talk about his transformative work is Brian Mohr, Cofounder and CEO of Anthym, a one-of-a-kind team connection & trust-building platform designed for remote, distributed, and hybrid teams.
“Our life experiences are like a unique mixtape with a variety of soundtracks that shape who we are. Sad and tragic songs, happy, upbeat songs etc... Anthym uses this media to help catalog important moments which help teammates connect with each other."
Relationships are the foundation of all accomplishments. The stronger they are, the better the business results will be, and the closer we get to making work more human. There’s just no downside to focusing on the “soft skills.”
People, let’s connect the dots of an employee’s unique work styles and experiences to the value they generate for the company, not where they are located.
We already have enough bias in the workplace, let’s not create another based on proximity.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmohr/
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Being “highly sensitive” has often been viewed as a counter traditional leadership trait but my guest today has built an entire work model around educating about HSPs (highly sensitive people) and proving that highly sensitive leaders actually build stronger culture and more cohesive teams.
Heather Dominick is the founder and leader of the Highly Sensitive Entrepreneur® movement. Her teachings demonstrate how highly sensitive traits when used as strengths, rather than shadows, can create effective entrepreneurial success. Her deep wisdom reaches over 100,000 Highly Sensitive Entrepreneurs around the globe. Did I mention she started off as a high school drama teacher? Heather has been on an inspiring and transformative journey.
In this episode we dig into how to hold leaders accountable to the culture that we create and allow people to bring their best selves to work. It takes a fair amount of self-awareness, empathy, sensitivity, and willingness to change for good, but we have both seen truly selfless leaders rise up and make the change. It’s possible and it’s worth it.
Tune in and learn to get in touch with your sensitive side 🤗
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessmiracles/
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Authenticity, and I cannot emphasize this enough, is an important piece of leadership. If you are uncomfortable in your own skin, how do you expect to help others find their own authentic voice?
It takes a pinch of vulnerability, several cups of empathy, and a handful of love, but with a little practice and patience, you’ll find the perfect recipe for developing humans into the best they can be.
Here to discuss with me on this week’s podcast is Tony Martignetti, Founder and Chief Inspiration Officer at Inspired Purpose Coaching. Tony has over 25 years of experience in navigating people through change and unlocking their true potential.
“When leaders unlock their potential and lead from a place of inspired purpose, they impact and inspire everyone around them.”
Tony introduces us to flashpoints, or moments that ignite the brilliant and unique ways you like to shine. Leaders have the opportunity every day to unlock these moments and leave a legacy on the humans they work with. It's about turning the light on inside of them and seeing their uniqueness in a different way than the past.
As always, we are there to help you discover your flashpoint moments. Thanks for your time and attention as we learn and grow together.
Check out Tony’s work:
https://www.inspiredpurposecoach.com/
Tony’s new book:
https://www.amazon.com/Climbing-Right-Mountain-Navigating-Inspired/dp/B096LS2NBZ
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What matters most is how you feel.
These are the powerful words of Sensei Victoria Whitfield on today’s podcast, honoring how you feel, honoring your senses, honoring your instincts to experience true and lasting healing.
Sensei Victoria is an Energy Master, Executive Performance Coach and the first Business Reiki Master who specializes in supporting entrepreneurs to master their energy.
In this episode we dig into energy healing at work and the power it has to strengthen relationships, employees, and leaders. Sensei Victoria feels like ego gets a bad rap, but it is actually an important part of the human experience.
“I love the ego, I do. It is like the bouncer of the body, it protects you.”
Listening is the most important part of a director’s job, to really dig in and be open enough to stop and listen deeply. They have the ability to discern when the team is disconnected.
What needs to be done must come out of each individual’s healing journey. What matters most is how you feel in order to heal.
I’d recommend lighting a candle and sitting cross-legged on the floor for this one.
Connect with Victoria:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/senseivictoriawhitfield/
Get Victoria’s book:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1534731660/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_QJWJWAWE7GFSFT89CNXM
TOP 10 PRODUCTIVITY HACKS CHECKLIST
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Some words that may resonate from your favorite millennial or Gen Z: “ I don’t answer my phone. Don’t call me. Don’t leave a message. Thanks, byeee” 👋📞”
Asynchronous communication is king, it’s how we stay in a productive state. I’d rather watch a video message from you, have time to think about it, and get back to you with a thoughtful response. There are tons of ways you can reach me now and I’m always on…on my terms.
Let me introduce you to Josh Little, the CEO of Volley, a new way to move work forward with conversations that don't involve time or place using asynchronous video. Josh is on a mission to help us have productive conversations without interrupting productivity at work.
My favorite part of this conversation is when Josh states that the future of work is only going to be more flexible and distributed. It’s here to stay and it’s driven by the employee.
The big takeaway: The most talented people will flock to flexibility. It’s our job to give them diverse ways of communicating that meet the needs of the team and facilitate deep, meaningful conversations with context.
If you’ve ever experienced Zoom fatigue (haven’t we all at this point?), stop and ask, “why does this have to be a ‘synchronous’ meeting? Can’t you just send me a video chat that I can review during the day?” Let’s agree to meet less and communicate more.
Josh is doing a foundational work to keep communication fun and engaging. Reach out to him on Volley when you have a minute…just don’t call him on the phone either.
Connect with Josh:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/littlejosh/
Volley:
https://talk.volley.app/josh
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I heard an interesting comment the other day, “we are closer to 2030 than 2019 in terms of workforce advancement.” It gave me pause…
The pandemic has accelerated the rate of change that companies are experiencing and it’s hard to keep up if they aren’t doing everything to prioritize employee experience. This change has been building up for decades and some leaders fail to adapt because they are still trying to do things perfectly. Today’s guest, Frank Cottle, reminds us that it’s ok to exchange “perfection” for “good enough” in order to navigate a rapidly changing work environment.
In short, empathy, vulnerability, and compassion are replacing yesterday’s top leadership qualities of discipline, control, and authority.
Frank is an expert and a thought leader on the intersection between flexible working, technology, and the future of work. He speaks on the dynamics and practicalities of the future workplace and has been building flexible workspace brands since 1979, establishing himself as an advocate for new ways of working that empower people to work better, smarter, and more productively.
In this episode we discuss the unspoken “social contract” of work, which I argue is more important than the actual contractual agreement employees sign when hired. Yes, employees agree to give companies their time and attention, but they care more about the relationship. It’s a mutually beneficial, symbiotic relationship built on trust and caring.
If you can focus on maintaining strong, honest relationships with employees, you’ll withstand the constant winds of change that exist in the modern workplace.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankcottle/
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The traditional workplace is dying 💀
Digital Natives are storming the workplace. Artificial intelligence is replacing autonomous work. The pandemic has changed not only who gets the job done but also where, when and how. It's time to future-proof your workplace NOW.
The future of work is HUMAN, people! Over the next 10 years companies need to figure out how to bring out the soft skills of their employees and allow them to reclaim their humanness.
My guest on this week’s podcast is Maulik Parekh, he is the author of “Futureproof Your Company and Career” and a highly sought after keynote speaker in Asia. We discuss what it means to be an “Alchemist” (surprisingly, my favorite book 😊) by sparking in each employee a desire to be their best by creating custom development plans and designing experiences that thrill.
Join us on this deep dive into the digital revolution and the exhilarating changes that are ahead of us.
I can’t wait to shape it with you.
Maulik’s Book:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08L7HBTJW?ref_=pe_3052080_276849420
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/iammaulikparekh/
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New leaders, it’s time to decide how you want to show up.
Imagine what kind of leader you will be in 30 years. Will you be “that leader” stuck in their way and thinking you know better than the rising generation? Or will you adopt a growth mindset and often reassess the best path forward?
In this episode we get real about the next generation of leaders with Andrea Threet, a lawyer in DC practicing employment law and specializing in conflict between employers and employees. Her passion is where work culture and legal risk meet. Andrea says she deeply respects the unapologetic and authentic nature of Gen Z employees entering the workforce.
“They aren’t going to put up with the egos, with all the unnecessary bottlenecks that prevent them from doing the work, and for that, I respect them”
Work has changed more in the past 2 years than the past 20. It’s time to reassess our deeply held beliefs about work and decide if they are still serving us. Yes, principles remain the same, but the behavior of leaders can often betray the very values they seek to uphold.
I’m very excited about this episode. If you have ever been curious about the intersection of work culture and employment law and the legal pitfalls of ignoring workforce experience, tune in with the one and only, Andrea Threet.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreathreet/
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What are the benefits of being vulnerable at work? Why is authoritarian leadership losing its power over employees? How can organizations enable employees to be more effective through free expression?
These are some of the heavy topics that we tackle with special guest Garry Turner on today’s podcast. Garry is a Strategic Advisor and Thinking Partner as well as Founder of HEXO Change who leverages over 20 years of international commercial experience leadership and building human-centered approaches across people, culture and systems.
Garry encourages us that being vulnerable is actually FUN! He states, “It’s actually one of the most freeing experiences of my life. I’ve gotten much more comfortable sitting in vulnerability and that’s when life opens up.”
I also chimed in about my experience with vulnerability “If I’m being vulnerable, I’m being myself. It’s when I’m trying to fit in or not being authentic to myself, that’s when I feel a major disconnect to my purpose.”
If leaders are still taking a bullying approach to get employees to comply, they are in for a rude awakening when workers start to leave the organization.
We’ve got so much evidence for DEI, the value of being human, and focusing on employee well-being, so why haven’t we been able to fully pivot? It’s because we are still beholden to the antiquated and engrained leadership messages of the past.
This is a great episode for any leaders who are looking to center themselves and lead with love and compassion.
Thanks, as always, for tuning in!
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/garryturnerstrategicadvisor/
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Leadership Transformation is taking on a new meaning in the post-pandemic world of work. CEOs feel like they’ve emerged from wartime-like environments and are picking up the pieces of their business. Out of the dust emerges a knowledge that employee experience is the driving factor to HR success.
In this podcast episode, our host, Angela, interviews Derek Lundsten, CEO of LifeGuides, a platform for conscious leaders and value-driven cultures. He has co-founded and supported numerous companies, and remains active within the healthcare technology industry, including several advisory roles with start-up firms and various trade organizations, along with facilitating respective business relationships in fields of interest.
Angela takes a moment to remind us of the power and responsibility that modern leaders have, “Leadership is legacy. Workplaces have a responsibility to send happier, healthier humans home, so that their families and communities are happier and healthier. This is a movement that has been a long time coming”
Tune in to this amazing conversation to enhance your company culture through caring and taking the next step in leadership transformation.
As always stay tuned every Wednesday for new episodes and we’ll see you next week!
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/dereklundsten/
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It takes an incredible amount of courage to change your mindset, and even more to advocate for change. More often than not, people are in favor of change, but never arrive at the point of acting on it…Dax is on a mission to make it possible. Dax-Devlon Ross is our guest on today’s episode and his courage is on display in his new book, Letters to My White Male Friends, in which he gives us a glimpse into the window of his experience as a Black male and helping his white colleagues realize that simply not being racist isn’t enough to end racism. Dax promises to help men who have said they are committed to change and to develop the capacity to see, feel and sustain that commitment so they can help secure racial justice for us all. He is the author of six books, and his journalism has been featured in Time, The Guardian, The New York Times, Virginia Quarterly Review, The Washington Post Magazine, and other national publications. He won the National Association of Black Journalists’ Investigative Reporting Award for his coverage of jury exclusion in North Carolina courts and is currently a Puffin Fellow at Type Media Center. Tune in for helpful and introspective tips to remove racism and bias from the workplace from an empathetic lens chocked full of love and intention. This is not one that you want to miss. Connect with Dax: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dax-devlon-ross-69b3749/ Letters to My White Male Friends: https://amzn.to/3ITEbMW
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My guest Alex Brueckmann is the Managing Partner at Brueckmann Consulting, where he works with entrepreneurs to close gaps in their businesses to achieve the profits and impact they desire. We talk about his model of organizational identity that marries organizational and individual purpose. We talk about the magic that happens when these two align and how the future of work and business success will be focused on purpose-driven companies.
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Guest:
April Sabral, CEO & Founder of retailu and author of The Positive Effect: A Retail Leader’s Guide to Changing the World
Description:
April Sabral, author of The Positive Effect: A Retail Leader’s Guide to Changing the World joins me to discuss the importance of leading with a positive attitude, the critical differences between management skills and leadership skills, and the importance of “in the trenches” experience when it comes to leading others. The retail industry is her specialty, but the principles she uses to build effective field leaders can be applied in any industry.
Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode:
- The ways in which the climate and responsibility of leadership is changing.
- The 3 ways by which every employee evaluates their boss.
- The importance of feedback from your team members and your peers.
You can learn more about April here: April Sabral Leadership: www.aprilsabral.com
You can learn more about retailu here: https://retailu.ca/
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On today’s show, I'm joined by Larry English - President of Centric Consulting and author of Office Optional: How to Build a Connected Culture With Virtual Teams. We discuss how he has successfully built a remote-first business prior to the pandemic. In the twenty years since Centric Consulting’s founding, they have won multiple awards highlighting their innovative approach to remote-working and company culture.
Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode:
- The future of remote work - why it works and what we can look for in the future.
- Key indicators that show that the world of work is moving towards a hybrid model of working, a blend of remote and in-person work.
- New research indicating that remote teams actually innovate more than ones that are in person—learn why!
- Ways you can mitigate the fear of losing a company’s corporate culture while transitioning into a hybrid workplace.
- How to level the playing field of flexibility and wellness when you have a mixed workforce (ie: knowledge workers and production workers)
Host: Angela R Howard, Workplace Impact and Culture Strategist at Angela R. Howard Consulting
Guest: Larry English, President at Centric Consulting
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On this episode, I’m joined by Kim Kleeman, co-founder of Inner Circle, a business networking platform for business owners.. We discuss how COVID-19 has transformed networking into an expansive opportunity for building community and community support through the pandemic.
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Welcome to Humanly Possible, a podcast focused on the game changing potential of creating human centric workplaces.
I’m joined by co-authors of Game Changer: How To Be 10x in the Talent Economy. Michael Solomon and Rishon Blumberg join me to talk about how to multiply your own impact and your talent’s impact by 10 - even through talent market trends like “The Great Resignation?”
We’ll explore what 10x talent is and how to best identify, attract, vet, employ, and retain talent that will make a difference in the future world of work.
Learn More: Game Changer: How to be 10x in the Talent Economy (harpercollinsleadership.com)
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Intro Welcome to Humanly Possible: Future of Work Conversations - a podcast focused on the game changing potential of creating human centric workplaces. I’m thrilled to be welcoming back employee experience strategists, Frank Laterza and Haley Kuschman to the conversation. They are both leaders at Qualtrics - an experience management (XM) platform that brings together organizations’ experience data. Keeping up with employee experience (EX) and future of work trends feels like a full time job, so I’m so glad we were able to welcome Frank and Haley back to break it all down for us. We had Frank and Haley on around this time last year to review findings from the 2021 Qualtrics Employee Experience Trends research report, and they’re back with compiled trends for the 2022 year ahead from 14,000 full time employees across 27 countries and 22 industries. We'll break down 4 key trends to look out for in 2022:
There will be be an exodus of leaders – and women will be first out the door People will demand better physical and digital workspaces Lack of DEIB progress won't be accepted Employees’ lack of well-being is a countdown to disaster
Learn more about Qualtrics HERE Download the full Qualtrics 2022 Employee Experience Trends Report HERE Review the future of employee experience: 22 predictions for 2022 from Qualtrics HERE
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In this episode, I’m joined by Adrian Rosado, President of Zion Leadership Group, to discuss the importance of working with students from underserved communities to help them develop the skills necessary to ensure their success in the world of work. We also explore the importance of forging a connection between education, the corporate world and the Federal Government to promote internships and other opportunities for students and new professionals in the global marketplace. Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode:
Why remaining focused on the higher education market is an important narrative to building future talent pipelines. How Zion Leadership Group has worked with universities and corporations to create a diverse and skilled talent pipeline. The importance of global and cross-cultural capability to the future of work.
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On this episode, I’m joined by Kim Kelley, co-founder and CEO of Pepelwerk, a technology company designed to help close the gap between social impact and business needs allowing companies to proactively source, upskill, reskill and hire talent. Offering a job is one of the most meaningful and impactful things that a company can do, so Kim and I discuss the importance impact centered recruiting can have on the organization, employees and the community.
Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode:
- Why hiring on educational or technical skills alone will leave you unprepared to help your company grow and thrive in this new era of work.
- How Gen Z is taking the lead and changing the face of the hiring process.
- The importance of bridging the gap between the new generation of workers and the older generation to transform the future of work.
- When a resume is an effective tool for recruitment and when it’s not.
- How corporations can build a talent pipeline and create a diverse and skilled workforce.
Learn more about Pepelwerk by going to: https://www.pepelwerk.com/
Inspirational Guest Quotes on this Episode:
"If you're doing hiring in the same way, using applications, resumes, job boards, postings, and praying—everything is so reactive. You are going to miss out on the talent of the next generation, you're going to really struggle to help your company grow and thrive…if you can't find a new way to think about how you bring in talent into your organization."
"Gen Z is this interesting generation. I'm very optimistic because they really hold employers accountable. They're asking what is your connection with corporate responsibility? What's your purpose? What am I going to get out of this experience? And that's a very different way of thinking."
"Stop evaluating 80% of your support roles based on the resume, it's just the worst tool on the planet. It endorses a very skewed and inequitable working world. When you think about what a resume is, it's a documentation of who gave you opportunities to do what. It is not a piece of documentation that says, I am capable of doing all that you're asking of doing—totally separate questions."
"Resumes—please walk away from them."
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Ulf Schwekendiek and Steven Puri, Founder and Co-Founder, respectively, of Centered App joined me to discuss why their app is more than just a productivity app.
Developed in response to the growing influence distraction technologies, Centered is changing the way people work by getting them into Flow States quicker and remaining there longer.
We discuss their experiences in creating this mindfulness app that “helps you get work done faster and happier.”
Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode:
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What is a Flow State and how reaching it increases your productivity?
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More about the ways in which Centered used various techniques including flow music, automated productivity coaching, mono-tasking and the Pomodoro method to help you become more productive in your work.
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What the true cost of multi-tasking is and how mono-tasking is a more effective way to work. How becoming more productive helps you spend less time working and makes space for you to become a “happier human.”
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Kanishka Desai, Co-Founder at Qooley
Hybrid working has us all questioning if that meeting could have been an email, but what if you ensured that your next meeting was a one of a kind experience that injected innovation , value and increased engagement? Kanishka Desai, joins me on this episode to share the experiential platform he’s created to bring more positive, inspiring and impactful experiences. His company, Qooley works with creatives and artists to introduce creativity, gamification and play into experiences - including corporate and company meetings.
Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode:
- The impact of tapping into our emotional brain to unlock creativity, innovation and impact
- The power and exponential impact of transforming content and powerpoints back to the human experience including increased employee engagement, increased learning and quicker adoption
- Adapting to a new medium of working through purposeful and memorable experiences, team building and connections
- How to connect into a sense of community and belonging by the sharing of diverse experiences
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Guest: Dr. BehNaz Gholami, Executive Director at Dizen and Founder at Human Side Academy.
Today I’m joined by Dr. Behnaz Gholami, a social scientist and experience designer who has spent her career engineering change using human centered design. We talk about the concept of change for the human experience and how organizations can beat the statistic of 75% of transformative change failing due to people readiness.
Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode:
- Why change and transformation is so hard to execute and how human centered design can be used to engineer successful change and transformation.
- How tools like developing personas for different change experiences, employee journey maps and understanding the moments that matter most to employees are just a few ways we can reinvent the traditional concept of change management.
- When human centered design can be at risk of over engineering and may not be appropriate for change.
- Connecting the importance of human-centered design for impacting ecosystems outside of the work experience including the customer experience, holistic human experience and sustainability efforts.
- The connection between customer experience and employee experience and how a human-centered approach nurtures this symbiotic relationship.
- The concept of an “experience” economy and what it means for an organization’s customers and employees.
Quote:
It (human-centered design) gives us a broader approach to create a more harmonious ecosystem around us.
Resources:
Welcome to the Experience Economy (hbr.org)
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Guests and Titles:
Nicole Dessain, Chief Experience Officer at Talent.Imperative, Inc.
Oneka Cornelius, Executive Director and Founder at Convergence Solutions, LLC.
Kendra C. Jackson, Group Director, Internal Communications & Change Management at Real Chemistry
Description:
Nicole, Oneka and Kendra, all co-founders of HR vs. Racism joined me on this heart-felt episode that’s near and dear to my heart. We talk about the community they built to help create safe spaces for processing the complex topic of racism through the 3 C framework - Building Competence, Confidence and Courage. We explore the HR vs Racism origin story and how the team has created a platform for healing, unpacking and, most importantly, driving anti-racism action and change.
Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode:
- More about the HR vs. Racism origin story and how this brilliant team worked to create a space for HR professionals to come together, learn from each other and come up with anti-racism action.
- The pivotal element of community and combatting shame and guilt to drive understanding and action around JEDI +B (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging) issues in the workplace.
- A call to action around the competencies needed for current and future HR professionals and Executives to confidently and courageously challenge traditional systems or ecosystems that have bias or elements of exclusivity.
- The acknowledgement that JEDI + B is not an HR issue - it’s a fundamental culture change issue that requires long-term commitment and focused time, attention and centralization.
- When HR is at risk of being the problem versus the solution.
Learn more about HR vs. Racism by going to : www.hrvsracism.org
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I’m so excited to introduce our guest on this episode. Jennifer McClure is the CEO of DisruptHR and Unbridled Talent LLC, a consulting and advisory firm providing services to clients in the areas of keynote speaking, leadership, executive communication skills and talent strategy.
On this episode with Jennifer, we talk about an evolving idea of disruption in what feels like an exhaustively disruptive 2020 and 2021.
Here is what you’ll learn in this episode:
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What disruption looks like while getting back to “precedented” times and how to disrupt thoughtfully.
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The capabilities needed for the next generation of leaders and HR leaders in a human-centered workplace.
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The characteristics of the future human-centered workplace and what to prepare for.
Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIN, Instagram or Twitter
Web: Disrupt HR, Unbridled Talent, LLC
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Welcome to Season 3! This season, we are bringing you special guests who are actively disrupting the world of work in the best ways possible – for the benefit of people and humanity. To kick us off, we are joined by brothers Dan and Patrick Riley. Both Dan and Patrick are co-founders of RADICL an authority in people science and the whole person experience.
Our conversation centers around the change moment organizations have found themselves in as of late. While leading through a pandemic and movement around social and racial justice, many organizations have begun to understand their role in creating inclusive spaces where people can thrive.
As the boundaries between work and life continue to blend, leaders and organizations may be questioning HOW to take in and take on this pivotal change moment and change for the good.
We discuss the science behind fundamental culture building blocks like organizational beliefs, purpose, values, and behaviors. And, we explore just how important it is to develop an intentional strategy around operationalizing them into the fabric of your organization through measurement, solutions and storytelling.
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This is an extra special episode. I’m joining you all from Playa del Carmen in Mexico - right along the the Caribbean Sea. This trip was a long awaited opportunity to recharge the human batteries, rest and relax. We all need the time to fill our cups in ways that work for us. For me, the sound of the ocean takes me to a place of clarity, decadent ease and mindfulness. So, I took the time to share a little slice! Hoping this transports your focus to the present for a mindful moment. Enjoy!
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Resilience & Redefining Stress On this episode, we are joined by former-NFL and former-Uber leader turned people first entrepreneur, and stress coach, Evan Singer. Evan has used his experiences to apply a human-centered approach to leadership, communications, performance, and well-being through understanding stress and evolving mindset and resilience. We chat about the individual human connection to stress (why we experience it and how to manage it) and how organizations can inflict or alleviate stress on the system and its people. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: 1. The reactive and self-preservation role stress plays and the primal brain’s response to threats and emotions. And the opportunity for us to use our evolved mind to identify and observe stress to mindfully find thoughts that provide relief to stress. 2. Elements of organizational systems and behavior that can cause stress including fear of failure, perfectionism, confusion, and ego. The impact to employee, the organizations ability to be effective, drive innovation, and build an authentic culture. 3. The role of organizations to create cognitive ease and human-centered solutions to reduce stress, eliminate complexity, celebrate failure and provide tools for more resilient, happier and healthier humans in the workplace. 4. How to practice empathy as a neutralizer of harmful stress and how to shift mindset around stress to better build resilience. Resources Referenced: Thrive Global: Arianna Huffington Work with Evan: LinkedIN, Instgram and Twitter Human Speek Website Quote “Stress is my ability to manage situations with the perception that I do not have the resources to manage it.”
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Purposeful play at work is an underrated indicator of productivity, team belonging and team morale, so why are we not talking more about it? Join me and guests Gary Ware and Jeff Harry explore play as the “special sauce” for psychologically safe teams and innovative companies. Jeff and Gary share their perspective of play from the lens of positive psychology and what organizations and leaders can do to create the right environment to enable spaces where flow and play can happen. Here is what you will learn in this episode: The role of purposeful play in creating psychologically safe workplaces. Laughter and experimentation as observable measurements of psychological safety within a team. The power of “permission to play” and experimentation on a team’s morale, productivity, creativity, and innovation. Understanding the role of play for humans in learning, growing, and connecting. We touch on the different varieties of play personalities and the importance of a diverse definition of play. The importance of increasing the percentage of a teams’ total motivation and “flow” work (play, purpose and potential) and the impact on resilience, productivity, reduced turnover and feelings of purpose for team members. (Source: Primed to Perform: How to Build the Highest Performing Cultures Through the Science of Total Motivation). What organizations and leaders can do to create the right systems and environment to enable spaces where flow and play can happen. Hint: it starts with trust and understanding the people as humans! The characteristics of an organization that experiences anti-play and barriers to play including: a bias toward success, a bias toward action, a bias toward fitting in, and a bias toward being seen as “the expert.” Resources Referenced: Primed to Perform: How to Build the Highest Performing Cultures Through the Science of Total Motivation 7 Varieties of Play Personalities Work with Gary: Breakthrough Play Website Twitter & Instagram: @garyware YouTube Channel Work with Jeff: Rediscover Your Play Website Twitter & Instagram: @JeffHarryPlays YouTube Channel
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On this episode, we’re joined by Ron Thurston, Best Selling Author of Retail Pride and Vice President of Stores at INTERMIX. With over 25 years of retail experience and building big brands such as Tory Burch, Apple, Saint Laurent, and Bonobos Ron shares a unique perspective about the importance of creating and celebrating pride in an industry that employs millions of people and drives a massive portion of our economy. We talk about leadership lessons in any industry to create an environment of pride and joy at work and the personal human fulfillment experienced when individuals take pride in the work they do. Here is what you will learn in this episode:
Three pillars of success that can help organizations create more humanness and sense of pride in the workplace and with their employees – leading with empathy, curiosity and listening with the intent to act, and focus.
The importance of connection and experience and how the future of retail and other brick and mortar industries post-COVID will be impacted and elevated by putting the human experience first.
The strong parallels between consumer experience and the employee experience through the expression of pride and passion.
How pride and expression of pride will be increasingly important when hiring the right people and building great teams as we see a reemergence of direct human connection.
How to create bottom-up cultures that drive momentum and ground swell of prideful and people-first cultures – even during hard financial times.
Resources Referenced: Retail Pride Website Work with Ron Thurston: Website: Retail Community | Retail Pride Twitter: @rwthurston1 Instagram: @retailpride LinkedIn: Retail Pride You Tube Channel: RETAIL PRIDE with RON THURSTON
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On this episode, we’re joined by Daniel Marcos, CEO and Co-Founder at Growth Institute., a leading provider of business education to help small to medium sized firms scale up by reducing chaos and drama. Their mission is to scale impact and reduce drama for 10 million leaders by 2040. We talk about the impact of drama and chaos on quality of life, quality of leadership, employee engagement and the ability to successfully create great company cultures. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
The origins of drama at work and why lack of direction and clarity, retaining low performers, poor leadership and lack of team effectiveness causes chaos in the system.
The origins of drama in general and the importance of acknowledging individual responsibility for reducing drama. This is especially important for leaders, founders and business owners who are actively setting the tone for their business and the humans they employ.
How to create great cultures by providing direction, increasing predictability, providing clarity and creating systems that actively combat drama and chaos.
The detrimental impact of drama to the productivity, health, well-being and engagement of employees and leaders.
Resources Referenced: Learn How To Become The CEO Your Company Needs With The Impact X CEO Booklet Work with Daniel and Growth Institute: Website: Growth Institute Twitter: @ScaleUpWithGI Instagram: @growthinstitute LinkedIn: Growth Institute: Overview | LinkedIn You Tube Channel: Growth Institute - YouTube
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On this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Lindsay Malloy, Ph.D. and Dr. Amanda Zelechoski, J.D., Ph.D. - two psychologists, moms, scholars and researchers. Together, Lindsay and Amanda co-founded Pandemic Parenting - a non-profit organization and community for parents and caregivers to easily access resources and valuable research to help navigate the unique challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. We unpack Lindsay and Amanda’s personal experiences and discuss their evolving research on the impact of the pandemic on other families. We also discuss the role of employers and leaders to incorporate flexible and equitable workplace design for working parents and caregivers. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
The evolving psychological research of the impact of the pandemic on parents, caregivers and children.
The growing and concerning research of the disparate impact of the pandemic on working moms and working moms of color.
An overview of the accessible resources and community Pandemic Parenting has created to help parents navigate this challenging time.
Ways that employers can support working parents and caregivers by actively acknowledging and understanding the diverse experiences of parents and caregivers and creating flexible and equitable workplaces that center around choice versus a “one size fits all” approach.
Ways that employers can help reduce decision fatigue by creating clarity for their employees on evolving priorities and outcomes.
Work with Pandemic Parenting: Website: pandemic-parent.org Blog: Blog (pandemic-parent.org) Facebook: @pandemicparents Twitter: @pandemicparent Instagram: @pandemic.parent LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/pandemic-parenting You Tube Channel: YouTube Channel
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On this episode, we’re joined by Stephan Vincent, a thought leader in the Employee Experience (EX) space and a leader at LifeGuides - a well-being and employee assistance solution for conscious leaders and organizations. On the brink of transformation around “well-being at work”, Stephan and I explore a holistic well-being approach that is farther reaching than traditional and limiting physical health well-being programs. We discuss the additional elements of the whole human experience including physical, mental and emotional health. We spend time on the impact of well-being in the midst of COVID and an emerging workforce that craves the integration of purpose, beliefs, social responsibility and spirituality into the workplace experience. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
What the movement of holistic well-being looks like and what organizations need to build capability around to support this key employee experience driver.
An overview of human-centered design and practical tools to measure the personalized well-being needs of your employees.
The impact and acceleration that COVID-19 has introduced around work-life integration and the growing need for flexibility and choice where possible.
The evolving definition of the “conscious” leader in a rapidly changing well-being landscape.
Work with Stephan: www.exsummit.com www.expodcast.com www.B2Ebranding.co
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I’m excited to introduce my guest Janelle King, Industrial/Organizational Consultant and the Founder of Excel Leadership. Janelle works with organizations to build purpose driven cultures and with individuals to build purpose driven lives that connect to life and work. We explore the concept of workplace spirituality - which is aimed at bridging individual purpose, belonging and community within the workplace. Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode:
The importance of understanding the intersection of individual spirituality, finding meaning and an organization’s purpose
The difference between purpose and a “calling” and a step by step on purpose discovery and design
The power of purpose driven organizations on the lives and livelihood on those who they employ
The spectrum of purpose - with the very best outcome resulting in a match of a clear organizational purpose and a clear individual purpose
The detrimental impacts of purpose and meaning mismatches on organizations and employees alike
Work with Janelle: https://www.janelleking.com/ http://excelleadership.co/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/janelleak... https://www.instagram.com/janelleaking/ https://twitter.com/janelleaking
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Like many of you, I’ve been working hard to temper my expectations for a year that’s experienced a massive amount of pressure to be better than its predecessor. We’re off to a rocky yet optimistic start, and my optimism has only grown from the hopeful conversations you’ll experience this season.
Although many might call 2020 “broken” -I’m happy to introduce this season’s theme - The Whole Human. We will explore the complexities of the human experience and call on leaders to challenge the idea of a “work” human, and instead, create spaces where humans can work AS humans.
I won’t pretend that we can, in a comprehensive, way explore every intricate layer of the human experience, but we will explore how to use human-centered design to create workplaces where people can bring their best.
Topics will include elements such as Workplace Spirituality in driving purpose, the importance of physical and mental wellbeing, the power of pride and the magic in play and creativity.
Let’s get the conversation started !
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We're wrapping up the year with a bit of personal reflection and the vision for Humanly Possible: Future of Work Conversations as we enter our 2nd season and 2021. Join me and guest Norris Narsa - my husband, this podcast’s producer and hands down my favorite person in the world, reflect on 2020 over a New Years Eve cocktail. Thank you for making Humanly Possible: Future of Work Conversations a platform for having the right conversations, and helping leaders re-envisioning the traditional workplace. I’m so grateful for you all. Thanks for listening and cheers to a optimist and prosperous 2021 as we continue to build human centric workplaces, better leaders and thriving communities.
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Description: We’re joined by employee experience strategists, Frank Laterza and Haley Kuschman. Both our guests are leaders at Qualtrics - an experience management platform that brings together organizations’ experience data. Frank and Haley review findings from the 2021 Employee Experience Trends research report which was recently published by Qualtrics and surveyed over 12,000 full time employees around the world. We talk about a relatively new trend that has emerged from the report this year and why it’s more important than ever to have an intentional strategy around measuring and acting on employee experience data. Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode: Key and emerging insights from the Qualtrics 2021 Employee Experience Trends Research Report. The importance of collecting, measuring and acting on employee experience feedback at your organization. The next generation of employee engagement and employee listening. The criticality of employee experience data measurement in shaping your Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging efforts and measuring progress over time. The leader’s role of action planning on employee engagement and employee experience results.
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Today’s conversation is with Donald Bowman, CEO and Founder at DBC - a service culture and hospitality consulting firm that specializes in cultures that support service excellence. Donald’s experience has positioned him well to build pressure tested workplace cultures that create comebacks versus set-backs for organizations and their workers during crisis.
We discussed the importance of resetting after a crisis like COVID-19 and how to envision or re-envision important elements of a comeback culture.
Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode:
- How businesses and leaders can re-think and reset without losing the balance and focus on the people
- How to build a culture and strong leadership where people thrive and create world-class experiences - even through crisis
- The heightened importance of personalized and empathetic leadership during and post COVID-19
- Opportunities for leaders to reinvent the way they engage and take care of dispersed teams
- Tips for making 2 dimensional moments 3 dimensional including leveraging Donald’s subscription service: Leadership in a Box
- The critical importance of doubling down on clear communication, over-communication and creating a sense of purpose
- The importance and centricity of making your culture tangible and palatable
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Today’s conversation is with our returning guest, Q. Kim Sullivan . Kim is the Chief People Officer at Concentrix - a global business services company specializing in customer engagement and improving business performance. We’re used to hearing that the customer comes first, but today’s conversation is all about the intimate connection between the employee and customer experience. Kim and I discuss how experience management for employees first can create a competitive advantage for your business and the customer experience. Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode: 1. Why putting your customers first might be the wrong approach when your people are the heartbeat of your business. 2. How creating a culture where employees are also seen as customers creates intrinsic value. 3. Why experience management must be developed and intersected for employees and team members. 4. How we can remove barriers to entry for exceptional customer experiences. Hint: it’s all about getting out of our employees’ way! 5. Examples of experience management in action through “moments that matter” What experience matters more than others and which of those experiences require human interaction vs. automation. 6. The impact of COVID-19 on employee and customer experiences.
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Today’s conversation is with Oscar Garcia, Chief Empowerment Officer for Aspira Consulting – a consulting firm focused on community relations training and workforce development. Oscar uses his personal story and differences to inspire and empower others to effectively turn adversity into opportunity. We discussed the importance of emulating authenticity in business and how creating a culture of authenticity also creates an environment where people can experience and express their differences. Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode: 1. The importance of individual authenticity in business 2. How embracing a perceived imperfection can actually be a core strength 3. The role of leadership to build an authentic culture 4. The signs that organizations are committed to emulating an authentic and inclusive culture 5. How to create authentic conversations and learning moments within the workplace
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Today’s conversation is with Breanna Jackson. Breanna is the Founder and CEO of The Refining Company, a firm focused on helping individuals and teams activate their office confidence through learning and development. She has worked with organizations like Kaiser Permanente to create talent pipeline programs that are innovative, sustainable and inclusive. We discuss her expertise and personal experiences around the distinction between mentorship and sponsorship in the workplace and the importance of sponsorship for those who are traditionally underrepresented and underserved in the workplace.
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On this episode, we're joined by Tayo Rockson, Author, TedX speaker and Equity, Inclusion & Diversity Consultant. The center of the conversation is around the importance of holding space for discussions around differences in the workplace - including having constructive conversations around privilege and race. We talk about his book titled, Use Your Difference to Make a Difference ,and the importance of awareness, action and ally ship for systemic change.
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On this episode, we are chatting with Brian Hampton. Brian is the Co-Founder and CEO of ChangeNerd. A community designed to bring diversity of thought and empowerment to professionals focused on people and enterprise change. Brian provides insight into the importance of people readiness and how a simple mentality shift on the responsibility of organizations to team members can make a tremendous impact on the business and society.
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On this episode of Humanly Possible, we are joined by Alex Draper – CEO and Founder of DX. Alex founded DX on the principles of inclusive and progressive leadership and creating a more equitable workplace. We spoke with Alex about his firm’s C.A.R.E. model – a model for challenging leaders to focus on treating employees the way THEY want to be treated. We chat about the importance of psychological safety in the workplace and the leader’s role for creating clarity, setting the stage, inviting input, and allowing employees to fail fast to succeed fast.
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On this episode of Humanly Possible, we're joined by Q. Kim Sullivan, Chief People Officer of Concentrix. Join the conversation as we discuss the criticality of customized leadership and how the future of work is a lot closer than we think.
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Welcome to Humanly Possible, a podcast and conversation series focused on the game changing potential of human-centric workplaces. The Humanly Possible podcast, hosted by Angela R. Howard, is an actionable space shared with extraordinary humans who are doing their part to make workplaces authentic to the human experience. Angela R. Howard is an organizational psychologist with over fifteen years of working to build and transform people-first workplaces alongside growth-minded leaders. On a mission to re-invent the role of “HR” and create more human-centric workplaces, listeners will gain future of work insights from candid conversations with Angela and her guests.
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