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Phoenix Prosperity PodcastSuccess Through Sharing with Derek LundstenIn this episode of The Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, host Tim Fergestad sits down with Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer of Lifeguides. Lifeguides is a unique platform that connects people facing life challenges with mentors who have been through similar experiences. Whether it’s becoming a new parent, transitioning from military to civilian life, or dealing with caregiving responsibilities, Lifeguides offers a human-centered approach to support and guidance.
Derek shares the inspiration behind Lifeguides and how the company is filling the gap left by traditional support systems. He discusses the platform’s peer-to-peer model, the role of t...2025-03-0437 min
The Human CodeBridging Personal Growth and Digital Evolution with Derek LundstenSend us a textNavigating the Intersection of Humanity and Technology: A Deep Dive with Derek LundstenIn this episode of The Human Code, host Don Finley interviews Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer of LifeGuides. Derek shares his journey of combining spiritual exploration with technological innovation, emphasizing the importance of human connections in a digital world. The conversation explores the foundation and mission of Life Guides, a platform that matches individuals with mentors to provide empathetic support through life's challenges. They discuss the impact of technology on mental health, the importance of balancing...2025-01-1431 min
HR UnpluggedHow HR Can Build Opportunities for Peer-to-Peer SupportNo employee is the same. The evolving needs of employees demand a shift toward holistic support that spans all of life's challenges, from caregiving, to illness, to childcare. This is key to building a healthier, more resilient workforce.In this episode, we sit down with Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer at LifeGuides, for a conversation about the different ways organizations can support their workforce, and what’s missing in their efforts. We cover the importance of work-life balance, and how important it is for employees to get genuine downtime. Derek also shares how Li...2024-12-1052 min
HR MixtapeLifeGuides: Navigating Life Challenges Together with Derek LundstenThe power of shared life experiences: A new approach to employee support!
In this episode of HR Mixtape hosted by Shari Simpson, Derek Lundsten, the President and Chief Culture Officer at LifeGuides, discusses the transformative platform that connects employees with certified life guides. The platform covers over 400 topics of personal growth, lifelong learning, and life challenges. Derek shares the origin story of LifeGuides and how the platform aims to support conscious leaders and values-driven cultures.
Key Takeaways:
Human Connection: LifeGuides emphasizes the importance of human connection in navigating life challenges and personal growth.
Personalization...2024-07-1620 minHR MixtapeLifeGuides: Navigating Life Challenges Together with Derek LundstenThe power of shared life experiences: A new approach to employee support!
In this episode of HR Mixtape hosted by Shari Simpson, Derek Lundsten, the President and Chief Culture Officer at LifeGuides, discusses the transformative platform that connects employees with certified life guides. The platform covers over 400 topics of personal growth, lifelong learning, and life challenges. Derek shares the origin story of LifeGuides and how the platform aims to support conscious leaders and values-driven cultures.
Key Takeaways:
Human Connection: LifeGuides emphasizes the importance of human connection in navigating life challenges and personal growth.
Personalization...2024-07-1620 min
THINK Business with Jon DwoskinHow To Think Like A CEO: Derek Lundsten Derek Lundsten is a serial entrepreneur and CEO focused on helping others be their best. Education, healthcare and wellness are common themes of organizations he leads and supports. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon’s Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Derek Lundsten: Website: wescrimmage.com F...2023-11-2100 min
CultureCast27: CultureCast with guest Derek Lundsten. . . I get by with a little help from my friends . . . gonna try with a little help from my friends . . . - The BeatlesI am grateful to spend time with my friend Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer of LifeGuides. We are the culture that we create and I am inspired by how he wants humans and 'employee families' to thrive in life. Let's talk about what impelled Derek to create a business based on empathy and enabling humans to be and bring their very best to work and life. Please j...2023-11-1355 min
SMARTERThe Unmistakable Power of Connecting People and Sharing Wisdom— ft. Derek LundstenEpisode Notes
The emerging leaders of tomorrow – those rebels with a heart – are part of a burgeoning movement of entrepreneurs with a particular skill, perspective or idea that can make the world a better place. The crowdsourcing of wisdom and empathy in real time creates entirely new business possibilities.
Tune into this episode of “Smarter” to hear how business can be a platform for creating change and bringing people together to do good work in the world.
Guest: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides2023-10-0237 min
52 Humans With Paul WolfeDerek Lundsten: Exploring the power of lived experienceIn this episode of "52 Humans," host Paul Wolf interviews Derek Luton, the president and Chief Culture Officer at Life Guides. Life Guides is a technology platform that connects people who have experienced specific life challenges with those currently going through similar situations, providing empathy, compassion, and resources. The mission of Life Guides is to reduce unnecessary human suffering and help people live with greater purpose, vitality, and joy. Paul and Derek discuss the concept of human-first and empathetic leadership, emphasizing the importance of connecting and supporting others based on shared lived experiences. Derek shares how Life Guides was founded...2023-06-3010 min
Rebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series - Love & Disruption At Work with Roti Balogun (November 2022)Roti's journey as a corporate leader is an impressive one, including the immense talent development strategies, workforce planning for organizational effectiveness, and DEI practices he successfully assembled for 130,000+ global employees at JPMorgan & Chase.Yet, through it all, you might be surprised to hear who one of Roti's biggest inspirations is to this day! Tune in and learn from one of the most admired people leaders today.In conversation with Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides.2023-01-2433 minRebels With A HeartThe CEOs Getting It Right For Their People (January 18, 2023)In organizations today, there are endless conversations on how to support the people aspect. This discussion will reveal lessons we can all use from a suite of successful CEOs — a success stemming from a culture of caring for their people.Listen in to hear what it takes — and what it means — to invest in your people, how to foster a strong workplace culture and what these CEOs see on the talent horizon.Panelists:David A. Petersen, CEO, O.C. TannerJosh Schwede, CEO, SpotlyfeVictor Wang, CEO, StockpileModerated by: Der...2023-01-2356 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series - Scaling Compassion with Carson Kelly (January 2023)As a student of eastern and western philosophical traditions for 30 years, Carson is now on a personal mission to thoroughly scale compassion for the masses through the use of different technologies, touchpoints, and more.Check out what has influenced this mission - and how compassion positively impacts so many aspects of your own life's journey.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides.2023-01-1931 minRebels With A HeartThe Year of the Greats, And What To Know For 2023 (December 14, 2022)Leaders often realize they don’t have all the answers. Yet, they have everyone looking to them. This “Rebels” episode explores the new pressures both the pandemic and the “Greats” brought on - and offers real wisdom on how to navigate this new landscape setting you, your organization, and your people up for a strong 2023!Panelists:John Ferguson, CHRO, NASCAREdie Goldberg, Ph.D, Founder & President, E.L. Goldberg & AssociatesPaul Wolfe, Board Member & Strategic Advisor, PayscaleModerated by: Derek Lundsten, President & Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides2022-12-2357 minRebels With A HeartThe Great Leader: The Future Of Leadership Now (November 16, 2022)This 'Rebels With A Heart' episode is sure to fine-tune your leadership goals, skills, and tactics to take yourself, your career, and your people to the next level. With individual success from different areas, our Panel comes together with the perfect lens into the best attributes to be a successful people leader today, and for the future.Panelists:Stuart Crabb, Veteran HR, People, L&D Leader, Partner, Oxegen ConsultingJess Elmquist, CHRO, PhenomAnita Grantham, Head of HR, BambooHRModerated by: Derek Lundsten, President & Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides2022-11-2256 minRebels With A HeartThe Great Healthcare Shakeup (September 21, 2022)This month’s ‘Rebels’ episode put the spotlight on the healthcare industry – and a much-needed evolution. There is no question moving forward healthcare systems will have to rely on innovation, fresh ideas, and out-of-the-box thinking to be sustainable. Listen in to learn more insights on this inevitable shakeup and what it means for our benefits, our healthcare. Panelists:Vicki Cansler, CHRO, Piedmont HealthcareCheryl Forino Wahl, SVP, The MetroHealth SystemKathy Douglas, SVP Clinical Strategy, Prolucent HealthModerated by: Derek Lundsten, President & Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides2022-11-1655 min
The Secret Thoughts of CEO's PodcastActionable Empathy for Leaders with LifeGuides President and COO Derek LundstenTo use business as a force for good, Derek Lundsten leads LifeGuides, as a transformative platform for conscious leaders and values-driven cultures. In addition to successfully building companies over the past decade, Derek has been a frequent speaker at key industry events around the globe on innovation. He is an invited contributor for the trades and a sought-after guest for renowned national podcasts, focused on business, technology, entrepreneurship, multi-generational learning, wellbeing, along with innovation and DEI topics. Derek’s path to becoming President & Chief Culture Officer of LifeGuides was guided and inspired by its powerful destiny to help people min...2022-11-0752 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series - The Dark Ally with Robert Ellis (October 6, 2022)Robert Ellis has over 30 years of experience working with global companies—spanning startups, mid-stage, Fortune 500 giants, and non-profits— guiding leaders to take their impact to the next level at any stage of growth. His proven strength in coaching entrepreneurs and CEOs to become better leaders, think more strategically, create high-performing teams, foster future-friendly cultures, and deliver compelling presentations—including several high-profile IPO roadshows—has earned him praise from one client as “one of Silicon Valley’s best-kept secrets.”He’s taught leadership, coached entrepreneurs at Singularity University, and developed Level UP, the leadership curriculum for the Global Startup Program...2022-10-301h 17
Coffee with ClosersHow to Improve Mental Health in the Workplace: Insights From the CEO of Employee Support PlatformWhen we are faced with challenging life situations, we naturally seek help and good advice from a family member or close friend. But what if they have no experience with whatever we're going through? Today’s guest for Coffee with Closers solves this problem every single day.
Meet Derek Lundsten - President and CEO at LifeGuides, a transformative platform helping leaders empower their teams to feel at their best. Together with the team, he’s been taking peer support and mentorship to a whole different level and de-stigmatizing access to mental health services.
Derek is a thought...2022-10-2941 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series - Cultivation of Heartfelt Leadership with Estrella Parker (September 22, 2022)Estrella Parker's journey to heartfelt leadership started as a young child which initially led her to Computer Science, but over time she started doing more organizational development work. In that transition, she has found that in order to really engage people, you need to engage both their minds and hearts.Listen in to hear Estrella's journey to doing more work in human performance, human behavior and organizational performance which has allowed her to engage people and connect them to the organization they work for. This has not only enabled her to self reflect as a leader, and...2022-10-2631 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series – Lead From The Heart with Mark C. Crowley (August 7, 2022)Mark C. CrowleyLeadership Speaker, Consultant & Change Agent For Workplace Engagement & Culture, Author of "Lead From The Heart"With over 50mm people quitting jobs in the US in 2021 (& resignations on pace to set a new record in 2022), one thing’s emphatically clear: traditional leadership practices – methods that have been used to motivate workplace performance for over a century – are failing.Listen in to hear Mark's profound understanding of what behaviors truly move the needle, what inspires human beings to commit themselves to doing extraordinary work, and his road to becoming the Author of “Le...2022-09-1231 minRebels With A HeartThe Great Energy Awakening (August 17, 2022)Listen to this month’s ‘Rebels’ episode for the latest best practices and insights from our amazing people leaders! In today’s workplace, we’re facing a constant demand for faster, bigger results. In this episode, our Panel discusses how to better utilize your energy that will awaken a new, powerful force in yourself and shape your organizational outcomes.Panelists:John Boudreau, Senior Research Scientist and Professor Emeritus, University of Southern CaliforniaCy Wakeman, President & Founder, Reality-Based LeadershipEva Sage Gavin, Advisor, Senior Managing Director, AccentureModerated by: Derek Lundsten, President...2022-08-291h 02
Conscious Millionaire ShowDerek Lundsten Interviews JV: Why Mindset is the Key to Millionaire SuccessWelcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show for entrepreneurs, who want to create an abundant future for themselves and humanity. Heard by millions in 190 countries. Do you want to put more money in the bank, create a powerful impact, and enjoy a purposeful life? This is the podcast for you! Join host, JV Crum III, as he goes inside the minds of Millionaire Entrepreneurs and World-Class Business Experts. Today's featured episode... Derek Lundsten Interviews JV: Why Mindset is the Key to Millionaire Success Derek Lundsten is the current Pr...2022-08-0836 minRebels With A HeartThe Great Shift: Humanity at Work (July 22, 2022)Listen to this month's 'Rebels' episode to hear the latest best practices and insights from our amazing people leaders! Learn how to create a people-centric workplace and how to nurture a culture where employees are treated as humans first. Let's empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work, where they find real purpose and true fulfillment.Panelists:Mark Levy, Employee Experience Advisor, Public Speaker, and Social Impact AdvocateJoy Rothschild, CHRO, Omni Hotels & ResortsModerated by: Derek Lundsten, President & Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides2022-08-0458 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series – Relationships Matter with Jamie Naughton Henriod (June 30, 2022)Jamie Naughton HenriodCulture Consultant and Advisor, RESPONSIBLEAs Chief of Staff and Head of Corporate Communications and Media at Zappos.com, and working alongside former CEO Tony Hsieh to bring to life his vision for a community-centric company culture and best-in-class customer service, Jamie was shown the importance of workplace culture and the employee experience and how it affects your brand.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides.2022-08-0330 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series – Talent Has Shifted with Kathleen Steffey (June 30, 2022)Kathleen SteffeyCEO/Founder, Naviga Recruiting & Executive SearchFrom being in the talent industry for 25 years, Kathleen has seen many shifts in the industry with the biggest shift occurring in the past couple of years. This change has allowed people to choose the organization they want to work for and is no longer just a place to work. Listen in to hear Kathleen discuss how this is changing culture completely, and that organizations need change with it in order to attract and retain top talent.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture...2022-08-0222 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series – More Than Just Money with Matt Arsenault (June 30, 2022)Matt ArsenaultVP of Corporate Development, JamfAs a Senior Strategic Executive known for thinking beyond the numbers, Matt believes that talent retention goes beyond just money. Listen in to hear Matt discuss how Corporate Development departments are finding that money is a driver but not the primary driver of an employee's happiness.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides.2022-08-0126 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series – Faith, Family, Fun and Friends with Roderick Jefferson (May 26, 2022)Roderick JeffersonSenior Vice President, Enablement, PRO UnlimitedFollowing a substantial personal life experience, Roderick's perspective and outlook on life shifted drastically. Listen in to hear how this experience made him question how much you are giving up for what you are gaining.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides.2022-07-2929 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series – Stop, Notice, and Question with Alain Hunkins (May 26, 2022)Alain HunkinsCEO, Hunkins Leadership GroupWith a passion to kindle the fire of brilliance in individuals, teams and organizations to create a better world, listen in to hear Alain discuss why being human and having a more rich purposeful life is more valuable than any external possession.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides.2022-07-2825 min
Inevitable: The Future of Work097 More casual than therapy; more qualified than a friend Derek Lundsten is the President and Chief Culture Office of well-being innovator, LifeGuides - an organization that provides people trained to aid others by intentionally offering counsel that's more casual than therapy and more qualified than a friend. LifeGuides and Derek's podcast series, "Rebels with a Heart," were conceived well before the pandemic and remain even more relevant as that chapter of our experience fades. Derek is committed to amplifying likeness in a time of division, and imbue executives with a responsibility to lead consciously in ways that motivate and foster connection.2022-07-1259 minRebels With A HeartBeyond Pride: The Great Embrace (June 22, 2022)Let's celebrate Pride Month! This conversation was around creating a workplace culture that is LGBTQ+ inclusive that goes beyond Pride Month and is a year-round commitment. Our panel of exemplar leaders discussed how to embrace inclusive and equitable practices to hire, support, and retain these individuals, recognizing and understanding the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ candidates and employees to set your company apart, and how to send a clear message that your organization is committed to DEI beyond Pride Month in this episode of Rebels.Panelists:James Stevens, CHRO, NM Wellness CenterJulie Develin, Sr. Partner...2022-07-0959 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series – Talk About The Why with Brandon Writtenberry (May 19, 2022)Brandon WrittenberryVice President at AonAs the Vice President for a global consulting firm called Aon, and also the incoming Director for the New Mexico Society of Human Resources, Brandon strives to make an impact every day. Listen to hear why it is important to always bring it back to the 'why' and how to make an environment a 'get to' not a 'have to'.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides2022-06-1222 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series – Redefining How We Engage with Mary Grace Gardner (May 19, 2022)Mary Grace GardnerBusiness Operations & Chief of Staff, Medical Safety and InnovationIntuitiveAs the Chief of Staff to executives in the medical device industry and Founder of The Young Professionista, listen in to hear how Mary Grace discusses the negative impacts of not recognizing the human and heart centered side of the people who are actually doing the work could have on your business and teams.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides2022-06-1125 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series – The Hearts Vision with Arnaud Saint-Paul (May 5, 2022)Arnaud Saint-PaulAs a philanthropist and award-winning serial software, finance, and social impact entrepreneur for more than 20 years, Arnaud has been traveling throughout the world to study the different religions and philosophies in his relentless quest to understand himself. His life purpose is now to open billions of hearts and help them find harmony inside and out. Listen in to hear how Arnaud has let go of the unconventional to find his own truth.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides2022-06-1126 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series – What It Means To Have Emotional Intelligence with Emily Peterson (March 10, 2022)Emily PetersonDirector of Orientation and Strategic Initiatives, Flik Hospitality GroupAs a mother, artist, and teacher, Emily has found a way to be creative and fulfilled in all aspects of her life. Listen in as Emily shares about how being a rebel requires courage, stamina, and endurance.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides2022-06-0234 min
Gut + ScienceHow to Get a Deeper Level of Connection with Derek LundstenIn an age of isolation, virtual events, and remote work, we could all use a little more connection. Derek Lundsten, CEO of LifeGuides, joins us on this episode to discuss how to connect with others on a deeper level, both professionally and personally. As you listen, you’ll learn how to see other people’s viewpoints and hear about the power of open-ended questions. Book Recommendation: Right Away and All at Once by Greg Brenneman Abundance by Peter H. Diamandis and Steven Kolter Additional Resources: Learn more about the PeopleForward Network: www.peop...2022-06-0224 minRebels With A HeartThe Great Transformation: Leading From The Back Of The Room? (May 18, 2022)This month's episode focused on the "Leading from the back of the room" principle which is being discussed by people leaders who are in the front of the room and are starting to look at things from the back of the room. If done properly, and communicated in the right way, it enables teams to grow, gain confidence and be more productive.Panelists:Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerMediaPat Wadors, Chief People Officer at UKGJosé Benitez Cong, Head of Talent Engagement at HumaneModerated by: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides2022-06-0257 minRebels With A HeartThe Great Hospitality Evolution (April 20, 2022)This month's episode focused on the hospitality industry, which has been drastically impacted and transformed over the past two years. Listen in as Nora, Arte, and Phil discuss how the pandemic has forced the hospitality industry to transform, and how leaders must address talent management during the Great Resignation. Panelists:Nora Tobin – Health & Wellness Partner, United Airlines – CEO, Nora’s Naturals Coffee Co. – Spokesperson, Marriott International Luxury BrandsArte Nathan – Previously served as the Chief Human Resources Officer for Golden Nugget, Mirage Resorts, and Wynn ResortsPhil Norman – Previously served as the Chief Human Resources Off...2022-05-1854 minRebels With A HeartLet's Take Action!Listen in as John and Luis discuss how they have been champions of values, action, and finding purpose while climbing the corporate ladder and building their reputations in this Special 'Rebels With A Heart' Event.Panelists:John Staines – Partner, Calibre OneLuis Gallardo – Executive Director, No Barriers USAModerator: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides2022-04-2040 minRebels With A HeartThe Great Reality Check: Walking The Talk (March 16, 2022)This month's episode marks the second anniversary of the 'Rebels' podcast. This time, the spotlight is on our Guide Community, who truly are rebels with a BIG heart and the cornerstone of what we do at LifeGuides.Panelists:Dr. Dave Hester – Mental Health ExpertErin Rozzelle – AttorneyCarrie Lang – EducatorModerated by: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides2022-03-2556 min
Social Responsibility at WorkHelping Humans Thrive with Derek LundstenLeadership 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 wi...2022-03-1626 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series – Rebel With A Cause with JV Crum III (February 24, 2022)JV Crum IIICEO, Conscious Millionaire After making his first million at age 25, JV is on a mission to find his purpose and live it to give meaning to making money. As a mindset and strategy expert, he coaches and mentors entrepreneurs, service-providers, and coaches to make their First or Next Million. In this episode, JV shares the three levels of consciousness, and explains why leading from the heart is the only way to find a path to fulfillment. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides2022-03-1527 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series – Next Generation Impact with Richie Kendall (February 24, 2022)Richie KendallCo-Founder + CXO, Goodworld With 10+ years experience in tech, B2B Sales, UX design, film/media, identity and storytelling, Richie has worked with industry-leading brands, and envisions a world powered by generosity, collaboration and compassion. Listen in to hear how Richie and his team of Rebels are helping companies understand that leading with purpose and social impact will build an enduring brand long term and place in the market. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides2022-03-1424 min
Jon Dwoskin Gets InterviewedConnect and Understand the People you LeadIn this episode of the Learn to Win Podcast, Jon talks with Derek Lundsten and Todd Staples about the proven habits that will help you grow your business big. Highlights include: How to effectively plan your day The trick to making work FUN! Using inspiration to be a good leader Building a bridge to future leadership The pros of mentoring programs The importance of understanding your people Developing a clear mission & vision Creating a specific & measurable plan The inside scoop on time management Setting the standard for interruption Defining the ‘tick’ in your people Jon Dwoski...2022-03-0828 minRebels With A HeartThe Great Leadership Evolution: What's Next? (February 23, 2022)This episode features a panel of Rebel Leaders who discuss how trust is now, more than ever, the foundation of conscious and caring leadership—and how organizations must reinvent themselves in the era of the Great Resignation to stay competitive in the Talent Marketplace!Panelists:Dave Ulrich – Partner, The RBL GroupWhitney Johnson – CEO, Disruption AdvisorsModerated by: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides2022-03-0156 minRebels With A HeartThink Different! The Shift Is Real!Whether your organization is in-person, hybrid or 100% remote, this new environment dictates the need to think differently around your organization's leadership dynamic, while maintaining and being 100% human centric. Creating this shift is exciting, not scary! And, it ultimately means the difference in creating truly engaged employees and thus, happy customers. Visit with Charissa and Shannon in this Special 'Rebels With A Heart' Event, as they reveal their journeys, speak to the necessary shift(s).Panelists:Charissa Wagner – SVP, People Ops, Taylor Morrison HomesShannon Taylor – Sr. Director, Corporate Talent & Supply Chain, Lowe'sM...2022-02-1631 minRebels With A HeartThe Great Reset (January 19, 2022)Renew, Revive, Reset Are All Goals For A New Year. Yet, 2022 is gearing up to be a year with strong headwinds. Leadership is key!With our panel of people-first leaders, you’ll capture meaningful ways on how to reset for the new year, how to have a successful mindset – and how to make it the best year yet for your people. Panelists:Steve Browne, SHRM-SCP – Chief People Officer, LaRosa's PizzeriaSamantha DuBridge – VP, Global Benefits, HR Mergers & Acquisitions, Employee Mobility, Hewlett Packard EnterpriseVictoria Roberts – Chief People & Culture Officer, truckstop.com2022-01-2656 minRebels With A HeartChampioning Every Face Of DEI (November 17, 2021)Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a topic in today’s business conversations, but is it truly in today’s organizations?Our panel of stellar leaders discuss how to champion every face – and every facet – of DEI to create real action for your organization, for your people. Their tips and ideas are best practices directly from what works in their organizations today, while being human, being conscious leaders, being servant leaders.Panelists:Rocki Howard – Chief People & Equity Officer, The Mom ProjectDonna Morris – Chief People Officer, WalmartElba Pareja-Gallagher – Sustainability Director Stakeholder Engagement, UP...2021-12-2658 minRebels With A HeartThe Rebel Mindset – What Does It Take? (October 20, 2021)Today, business leaders have the opportunity to rewrite the rules! Learn how these pioneering Rebel Leaders have broken the barriers (in more ways than one!) and are leading the way to create the future of work filled with a higher purpose for the people, organizations and communities they serve. It is through these shared values they are building a better workplace, a better home life, and a better world (literally!) for everyone to flourish, thrive, and enjoy overall happiness.Panelists:Heather Halliburton – VP, Talent Experience, KAR GlobalDebbi Lannon-Smith – SVP, Human Resour...2021-12-2456 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series - Adapting To Today's World with Denise Montoya, Ph.D (September 28, 2021)Denise Montoya, Ph.DAssociate VP, Finance, Administration & Government Relations; Adjunct Faculty, New Mexico Highlands UniversityDenise is a published author and co-author across various leadership development topics, including "A Model of Shared Leadership," "Building Trust in Virtual Teams," and many more. In this episode, Denise reflects on and speaks to the importance of a Culture of Caring with ways to implement it and propel it forward, as a key tool in adapting to today's workplace, wherever it may be.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-12-2329 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series - Putting Human Back In Human Resources with Angela Howard (September 28, 2021)Angela HowardChief People Officer, DoberAs an organizational psychologist, culture strategist and social entrepreneur, Angela is on a mission to build human-centric workplaces, better leaders and thriving communities alongside growth minded leaders. In this episode, she shows how questioning the traditions of human resources force you to think about new strategies, ways to remove barriers, create real actionable actions - and show true leadership.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-12-2224 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series - Yes, HR Just Got That Much More Difficult! with William Tincup (September 3, 2021)William TincupPresident & Editor-at-Large, RecruitingDailyAt the intersection of HR and Technology, William is a writer, speaker, advisor, storyteller & teacher to many leaders from startups to firms listed on the NASDAQ100. He’s written over 250 HR articles, spoken at 375+ HR & Recruiting conferences and he’s conducted more than 1650 HR podcasts & webinars. With this well-versed background, William gets the new reality of HR, the new rub between standardization and personalization, and the many new nuances of today's talent. This episode is sure to give you the insights and the edge in recruiting the best talent for...2021-12-2142 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series - True Leadership: Blitzscaling and Purpose with Jeff Abbott (July 9, 2021)Jeff AbbottCo-Founder & CEO, Blitzscaling AcademyAs a successful entrepreneur, ecosystem builder, investor on a global scale, his vision and purpose now is to make the scaling expertise of Silicon Valley easily accessible to support the next generation of world-changing entrepreneurs and companies.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-12-2019 minRebels With A HeartRebels Leader Series - Leadership & How To Actually Lead Today with Dan Tyre (June 24, 2021)Dan TyreDirector of Sales, HubspotWith his startup mindset, Dan understands efficiencies, productivity, and how to ensure growth opportunities for ALL of your people. Now, overseeing thriving hives of sales activities with Hubspot, he is excited to see his pioneering concept of "Smarketing" in play, as it truly aligns inbound marketing and sales for success.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-12-2053 minRebels With A HeartDesigning The New Future Of Work (August 25, 2021)There is no denying the pandemic has changed the talent landscape and created the need for a whole new approach to The Future Of Work. Parlaying our newly discovered capabilities (remote work, less travel, lightning-quick strategic pivots, etc.), while understanding what our employees, customers and organization really need, let’s empower your people to be thriving again. With our astute panel of innovative HR leaders, we have the opportunity to realize something very different, as we design The New Future of Work together.Panelists:Nikki Lanier – Distinguished Private & Public Sector CHRO + Adjunct Professor of HR, University of Lo...2021-12-0151 minRebels With A HeartConscious Capitalism: Business As A Force For Good (July 14, 2021)Conscious Capitalism is the modern way for leaders to think about capitalism and business in today’s global society. It drives organizations to serve a higher purpose, with all stakeholders finding interdependencies and synergies (vs. trade-offs). It is business as a force for good elevating people through humanity, so everyone flourishes, finds purpose – and prospers.Panelists:Michael J. Gelb – Founder & CEO, High Performance LearningJeVon McCormick – President & CEO, Scribe MediaModerated by: Derek Lundsten, President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-12-011h 04Rebels With A HeartHumanizing Your Employer Brand (June 16, 2021)Recruiting talent is a major challenge today, for a variety of reasons. Retaining talent is yet another challenge. How does your organization rise above the fray and shine? Join our panel of rebellious leaders for this discussion around the importance of humanizing your employer brand to amp up recruitment and, simultaneously, gain full participation of your people.Panelists:Sunaina Lobo – Chief People Officer, NavisBryan Adams – CEO, Ph.CreativeHilary Aslaksen – Vice President Talent Acquisition, Danaher CorporationHosted by: Derek Lundsten, President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-11-2556 minRebels With A HeartEmbracing Our Humanness At Work (May 19, 2021)What does being more human at work look like and why is it so important? Join our panel of rebellious leaders for a live discussion on embracing our humanness at work. If you’re looking for inventive ways to take better care of your teams, you won’t want to miss this episode.Panelists:Chester Elton – Bestselling Author, Organizational Culture, Employee Engagement, and Leadership ExpertErica Keswin – Author, Speaker, Workplace Strategist, and Professional Dot-ConnectorStacey Gordon – Chief Diversity Strategist at Rework WorkHosted by: Derek Lundsten, President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-11-2455 minRebels With A HeartGetting The Best Out Of Your Teams (April 21, 2021)In this episode, our panelists discuss how to establish and maintain trust to make teams stronger, as well as provide tips to inspire and empower employees. The hot topic around the power of reward and recognition is also reviewed.Panelists:Kate King – Founder & CEO, Human on PurposeDavid McKinney – VP, Capital Markets & Investor Relations, Wilkinson CorporationMichelle Cirocco – Chief Responsibility Officer, TeleverdeHosted by: Derek Lundsten, President and CEO at LifeGuides2021-11-2358 minRebels With A HeartHow Has Culture and Leadership Changed One Year Since Covid Struck The Workplace? (March 24, 2021)In this episode, our panelists review their past year since Covid-19 struck the workplace and where they stand now from both a culture and leadership perspective. Then, they show how to create a culture that thrives during uncertain times, along with tips for shifting strategies without a proven playbook and how to remain agile. Also, we’ll realize just how important culture and leadership play in today’s “new normal,” or through any crisis, any shift in the workplace.Panelists:Bob Gerst - VP, Human Resources at John I. Haas, Inc,Jason Ashlock - Sr VP of Cust...2021-11-2258 minRebels With A HeartLeading with Love (February 24, 2021)This episode features a panel of Rebel Leaders who are leading with love. If you’re looking for creative ways to take better care of your teams, you’ve come to the right place! Enjoy ways to grow and maintain a culture of caring, find out the importance of sharing vulnerabilities with your teams, and discover successful strategies for engaging your people and driving performance.Panelists:Laila Tarraf - Chief People Officer at AllbirdsLibby Sartain - Independent Board Director, Former CHRO at Yahoo! Inc.Garry Ridge - Chairman & CEO at WD-40 Company...2021-11-2154 minRebels With A HeartDEI: The Future Of Work Now (January 20, 2021)This panel of Rebel DEI leaders are shaping the future of work, now. If you’re looking for innovative ways to have open dialogue, ensure trust, and create a safe environment for all, you’ll learn which Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives were the most successful, the most impactful for our guests.Panelists:Carolynn L. Johnson - CEO at DiversityIncSophia Khan - VP Diversity and Inclusion at Thomson ReutersJoy Fitzgerald - VP, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Eli Lilly and CompanyModerated by Derek Lundsten - President and CEO at LifeGuides2021-11-2056 minRebels With A HeartThe Heart Of Human Resources (December 16, 2020)This impressive panel of Founders & CEOs is truly at the heart of what we all strive for in our Human Resources Departments. Enjoy their successful strategies and ideas from the front lines for engaging your people and driving performance – all while growing a culture of caring.Panelists:Chip Conley - Founder, Modern Elder AcademyNancy Lyons - Founder & CEO, Clockwork InteractiveJohnny C. Taylor, Jr - President & CEO, SHRMModerated by: Derek Lundsten - President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-11-0254 minRebels With A HeartHow To Meet Your Employees Where They Are (Nov. 18, 2020)The pandemic has clearly brought to the forefront your people's struggles in life and in work. It is essential for leaders to help identify employee needs, remove biases, be okay for people to set boundaries, and more. Enjoy this episode for its numerous ideas, best practices and new ways to do ‘things’ inside the organization - to ultimately empower your team to be their best selves.Panelists:Teri Calderon - EVP People & Customer Operations, Field NationMita Mallick - Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact, CartaStacie Mallen - Director of Total Comp, Universal Techn...2021-11-0157 minRebels With A HeartThe Rebel Leader, The Real Leader (October 21, 2020)Being real is what a leader is. But, what does it entail? What are the limits, if any? This episode reveals what has worked and what has garnered the most results, the best results for these three Rebel Leaders. They have stretched the gamut of success across their roles, their careers, their industries and the various businesses they have represented over the decades.Panelists:Raheela Anwar - Chief of Sales, BPI Group, USGwenevere Crary - VP, Human Resources, GANCarol McDaniel - Director, Global Talent Acquisition, Delta Air LinesModerated by: Der...2021-11-0155 minRebels With A HeartCreating Empathy & Care At Work (Sept. 23, 2020)Enjoy this episode filled with ideas, strategies and best practices for leaders to create a completely synergistic organization, no matter the miles, the departments, or the roles with wellbeing and empathy at the core. By showing, promoting and leading with care for the whole person from the top down, employees thrive – with the business ultimately business thriving.Panelists:Susan Schmitt - GVP, Human Resources, Applied Materials, Inc.Tom McCauley - VP, Organizational Effectiveness, Athletico Physical TherapyScott Burns - CEO & Co-Founder, StructuralModerated by: Derek Lundsten - President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-11-0154 minRebels With A HeartPutting The Human Back In Human Resources (August 26, 2020)The events in recent months are quite simply mind-boggling, with HR personnel in the cross-hairs of navigating every turn and supporting every employee, all while continuing to optimize the organization. Senior executive teams are also at a crossroads – from being strong, unwavering leaders to showing their own vulnerabilities and simply being real – what are the new rules today?Enjoy this team of experts with sage advice from their varying experience, working with public entities and Fortune 500 companies to startup firms. Learn how to put the human back in the organization for everyone to feel inspired, engaged and comm...2021-11-0156 minConscious Millionaire ShowDerek Lundsten Interviews JV: Why Mindset is the Key to Millionaire SuccessWelcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show for entrepreneurs, who want to create an abundant future for themselves and humanity. Heard by millions in 190 countries. Do you want to put more money in the bank, create a powerful impact, and enjoy a purposeful life? This is the podcast for you! Join host, JV Crum III, as he goes inside the minds of Millionaire Entrepreneurs and World-Class Business Experts. Today's featured episode... Derek Lundsten Interviews JV: Why Mindset is the Key to Millionaire Success Derek Lundsten is the current Pr...2021-11-0136 minRebels With A HeartIt Is OK For Leaders To Be Human (July 15, 2020)Being authentic and encouraging communication at every level is okay. Learn what these Rebel Leaders on the front lines are learning, hearing and doing to create a safe place in the workplace for employees to be real, to show up and be engaged. Plus, enjoy their ideas to gain everyone’s trust.Panelists:Rod Johnson - Head of Service Operations & SVP, Farmers InsuranceMindi Cox - Senior Vice President, People & Great Work, O.C. TannerVeronica Sommer - Coach & Consultant, The Kindness SolutionModerated by: Derek Lundsten - President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-10-3055 minRebels With A HeartIt’s All About Your People (June 17, 2020)Today, showing up for your employees, for your people, involves brand NEW rules! This panel of People Officers share tips for the new to the most highly-skilled leaders and how to embrace change. They provide real, actionable steps for good, for results.Panelists:Ann Rhoades - President, People InkKathi Winter - EVP & Chief People Officer, MetaBankShannon Teixeira - Head of People, Waste ManagementModerated by: Derek Lundsten - President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-10-3053 minRebels With A HeartA Peek Into The Look Of True Leadership (May 27, 2020)The vast, real-world, diverse experience of this panel offers a depth of lessons to serve us well in today’s workplace and its evolving climate of change. Learn what the future of work really could be with these keys to true leadership, along with a culture of caring driving it. Panelists:Adam Goodman - CEO, Goodmans Interior StructuresTom Frank - Culture Engineer & Former Co-Founder,P.F. Chang’sRobyn Jordan - Sr. Managing Director, Employee Experience, DriveTimeModerated by: Derek Lundsten - President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-10-2956 minRebels With A HeartLead By Example: The Wellbeing of Employees, Clients, and Customers (May 13, 2020)This dynamic panel shows not only how investing in the whole person pays dividends, but they also show the methodology and strategies behind the investment. Meanwhile, work/life balance, wellbeing, among other pertinent remote work topics are dissected.Panelists:Jill Unikel - Sr. Vice President, Employee Engagement, SalesforceElizabeth Hart - Vice President of People, AxonKate McMillen - Senior Director, Talent & Culture, VixxoModerated by: Derek Lundsten - President & CEO, LifeGuides2021-10-2853 minRebels With A HeartMeet Our Rebel Leaders: Where Values & Purpose Meet People & Leadership (May 5, 2020)Enjoy this episode with its shared focus on culture and on people with proven strategies debunking today’s challenges to create healthier lives and fulfilled workforces - in an otherwise chaotic world with responsibilities morphing into one.Panelists:Natalie Dopp - Chief People Officer, IntegrateJason Ashlock - SVP, Customer + Employee Experience, Keuhne + NagelJerome Ternynck - Founder & CEO, SmartRecruitersModerated by: Derek Lundsten - President & CEO at LifeGuides2021-10-2856 min
Leading with Gratitude with Chester EltonHelping a Billion People with Derek Lundsten, President and CEO, LifeGuidesf you love this episode, feel free to download it and share with a friend. We would be grateful if you leave a five-star review! You're invited to join my Gratitude Community, with over 120K subscribers, "The Gratitude Journal", published biweekly.###We are grateful for our sponsors!At Methods Of, you will learn the "Methods of Leadership" from some of the best CEOs, executive coaches, thought leaders and business thinkers on the planet. Use my discount code GRATITUDE2021 at checkout for a 50% discount!LifeGuides is a peer-to-peer community that helps people...2021-10-1529 min
Humans at Work with Michael GlazerDerek Lundsten on Tech and Workplace WellbeingDerek Lundsten is on a mission to eliminate unnecessary suffering of 1 billion people in the next 15 years. Derek is the CEO of LifeGuides, and he shares his perspective on how technology can be used to battle presenteeism and foster wellbeing at scale. Along the way we talk about the importance of reframing as a life skill and the different ways having a life purpose helps us lead better, more resilient lives.2021-10-1143 minConscious Millionaire ShowDerek Lundsten: Creating a Culture of Belonging and CaringWelcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show for entrepreneurs, who want to create an abundant future for themselves and humanity. Heard by millions in 190 countries. Do you want to put more money in the bank, create a powerful impact, and enjoy a purposeful life? This is the podcast for you! Join host, JV Crum III, as he goes inside the minds of Millionaire Entrepreneurs and World-Class Business Experts. Today's featured episode... Derek Lundsten: Creating a Culture of Belonging and Caring Derek Lundsten is the current President and CEO at...2021-08-2427 min
RecruitingDaily PodcastLifeguides - Stress In The Workplace with Derek LundstenOn today’s RecruitingDaily Podcast, we have on Derek from LifeGuides, and we’re gonna be talking about something we can all relate to, or stress in the workplace. “Workplace” being in air quotes, because that could be anywhere at this point in the game.But we’re going to kind of jump into it. We talk about balancing responsibilities and optimizing for people’s productivity. There’s a lot to unpack here in a half-hour.Listen & Subscribe on your favorite platformApple | Spotify | Google | AmazonVisit us at RecruitingDaily for all of your re...2021-04-2632 min
Uncaged ShowUNCAGED With Derek LundstenThis week we caught up with the President and CEO at LifeGuides, a transformative platform for conscious leaders and values-driven cultures. He leads and support dynamic growth businesses with a focus on serving all stakeholders, using business as a force for good in the world.2021-04-0416 min
The Use Case by RecruitingDailyStorytelling about LifeGuides with Derek LundstenListen & Subscribe on your favorite platformApple | Spotify | Google | Amazon2021-04-0229 min
Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization ShowCreating a Culture of CaringYou’ve likely heard about Match.com and the hundreds of other dating platforms. What if your business could use the same business model and technology to match people-to-people who are in desperate need of help, support, or a shoulder (virtual of course!) to cry on? After a yearlong pandemic, social unrest, and unprecedented uncertainty, the demand for human guidance, wisdom, intimacy, and understanding has never been greater. The collective toll on mental health has been enormous and costly. Add to that the events of an extraordinarily disruptive year to the day to day life challenges we al...2021-01-1449 min
People in Transition25. Derek Lundsten - Entrepreneur and servant leaderThis episode features Derek Lundsten. Derek is an entrepreneurial CEO at LifeGuides, a transformative platform for conscious leaders and values driven cultures, and Executive Chairman of Scrimmage, a modern mobile learning, development and training technology firm with a global footprint. He leads and supports dynamic growth businesses with a focus on serving all stakeholders, using business as a force for good in the world. In this episode, listen to Derek share many useful job (and life) transition ideas:· Sometimes, the best thing to do is just do something, because that first action leads us to a...2020-12-1831 min
Heroes in BusinessDerek Lundsten, CEO of Life GuidesLife Guides will give the help you need to become the happiest healthiest person you need to be; CEO of Life Guides, Derek Lundsten is interviewed by David Cogan founder of Eliances and host of the Eliances Heroes show broadcast on am and fm network channels, internet radio, and online syndication.2020-12-0411 min
Eliances Heroes in BusinessDerek Lundsten, CEO of Life GuidesLife Guides will give the help you need to become the happiest healthiest person you need to be; CEO of Life Guides, Derek Lundsten is interviewed by David Cogan founder of Eliances and host of the Eliances Heroes show broadcast on am and fm network channels, internet radio, and online syndication. www.eliances.com www.lifeguides.com 2020-11-1911 min
Eliances HeroesDerek Lundsten, CEO of Life GuidesLife Guides will give the help you need to become the happiest healthiest person you need to be; CEO of Life Guides, Derek Lundsten is interviewed by David Cogan founder of Eliances and host of the Eliances Heroes show broadcast on am and fm network channels, internet radio, and online syndication. www.eliances.com www.lifeguides.com 2020-11-1911 min
Executive Leaders PodcastBandwave, Trinity and MoreDerek Lundsten, CEO (Scrimmage); Valerie Schlitt, CEO (VSA); Tom Azelby, Co-Founder & Managing Partner (Bandwave Systems); Craig Smith, Founder & CEO (Trinity)2020-09-1244 min
Joel RileyDerek Lundsten-CEO of LifeGuidesDerek Lundsten-CEO of LifeGuides-Gives tips on how to avoid anxiety heading back to work.2020-06-2408 minJoel RileyDr. Derek Lundsten- Expert on Employee Stress- CEO of LIFEGUIDESDr. Derek Lundsten- Expert on Employee Stress- CEO of LIFEGUIDES-Discusses how employers' can help their employees deal with work-related stress.2020-06-0206 min
Strong Voice PodcastE24: Using Technology to Connect with Our Life Guides with Derek LundstenUsing Technology to connect with our life guides2020-04-1429 min
The Camilita® Podcast35: Derek Lundsten | Doing Business in the Transformation EconomyDerek Lundsten is a serial entrepreneur, co-founding and leading half a dozen businesses across the healthcare, consulting, technology, and training industries.His daily operational role and where he currently spends the majority of his time as CEO of SCRIMMAGE, a modern mobile learning, development and training technology SaaS firm with a global footprint.Derek has built and leads this dynamic growth business and a stellar team, overseeing its Sales & Marketing, Client Services and Technology divisions to ensure a proper alignment between evolving customer needs and innovation. Customers include a number of Fortune 100 and 500 organizations as well...2020-02-0444 min
The Art of FulfillmentDerek Lundsten on Why Building Self-Awareness Will Enhance Your LifeDerek Lundsten is the CEO of Scrimmage and the co-host of the Learn to Win podcast. He has vast experience in the technology space, where he has co-founded multiple companies, served in advisory roles for several start-ups and trade organizations, and helped to grow companies in the midst of technological change. While his business acumen is certainly something to appreciate, he is also known for being an excellent leader, as he is always leading with humility, gratitude, and a deep care for others, which makes him a truly effective and unique role model in the business world. ...2019-11-0646 min
Entrepreneur WeeklyBreakthrough Mastermind Event in NYCDid you know that approximately 15-million Americans suffer from food allergies? SAFE + FAIR Food Company addresses the unique needs of this growing audience by creating products featuring recognizable ingredients, stringent allergen protocols, and affordable pricing. CEO Will Holsworth breaks down how a direct-to-consumer business model keeps SAFE + FAIR competitive in the clean-label food space. Next, Alan journeys to the heart of New York City to attend the Breakthrough Mastermind event. Entrepreneur Top 10 Keynote Speaker, Founder of SD Media Holdings, and event host, Scott Duffy shares his most significant insights from the week-long NYC mastermind before previewing an upcoming experience...2019-10-0240 min
Making The ListLess About Process; More About PeopleWelcome! In this season's first interview episode, we invited Derek Lundsten, CEO of Scrimmage, serial entrepreneur, and co-founder of numerous businesses in various spaces, for a sit down on how he managed to build dynamic business and a stellar team, what he looks for in his investment opportunities, and the lessons he's learned over the years and still continue to learn to this day. Listen in as both Derek and I exchange metaphors, talk bigger pictures, and how fun is essential in striking, not work-life balance, but work-life harmony. Key Takeaways Being energetic is a totally...2019-10-0135 min