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Ideas for the WorkplaceInclusive Leadership with Shaen FergusonIn this episode, Hedieh Azad, host of Ideas for the Workplace, chats with Shane Ferguson about inclusive leadership. Shaen shares her journey from social services to a 28-year career in HR, her passion for diversity and inclusion, and her approach to building a supportive and equitable team. They discuss the importance of empathy, listening, and continuous learning in leadership, as well as practical strategies for advocating for team members and addressing microaggressions.00:00 Introduction to Ideas for the Workplace00:26 Meet Shane Ferguson: Career Journey and Background01:38 Understanding Inclusive Leadership04:43 Building Trust and Empathy in Teams08:40 Promoting Diversity and Inclusion Organization-Wide12:56...
2025-05-1933 minIdeas for the WorkplaceIntrovert Leadership: Navigating Leadership as the Quiet Leader with Alain HippolyteIn this episode of Ideas for the Workplace, host Hedieh Azad converses with Alain Hippolyte, a seasoned leader known as the quiet leader, to explore his leadership journey and the importance of mentorship and emotional intelligence. Alain shares insights into how introverted leaders can effectively navigate their roles, overcome misconceptions, build inclusive teams, and foster trust. Listen in to learn how introverts can make impactful contributions and lead with kindness, transparency, and strategic relationship building.00:00 Introduction to the Episode00:37 Alain's Leadership Journey01:34 The Role of Mentorship and Emotional Intelligence04:34 Quiet Leadership Explained07:08 Navigating Career as an Introvert09:45 Myths About...
2025-05-1923 minIdeas for the WorkplaceNavigating Stress and Burnout with Kristina LambIn this episode of Ideas for the Workplace, host Hedieh Azad sits down with Kristina Lamb, a registered social worker, psychotherapist, and wellness specialist, to discuss stress and burnout in the corporate environment. Kristina explains the continuum of stress, distinguishing between positive and toxic stress, and explores the critical factors influencing our stress response, including social context and support systems. The conversation delves into the physical effects of chronic stress, the concept of burnout, its causes, and symptoms. Kristina offers practical advice for both leaders and employees on how to manage stress and create a supportive workplace culture. Tune...
2025-05-1939 minIdeas for the WorkplaceEntrepreneurial Mindset with Jeff St. DenisIn this episode of Ideas for the Workplace, host Hedieh is joined by Jeff St. Denis, the CEO and founder of Culture Catalyst. Jeff shares his journey into entrepreneurship, detailing his career from the hospitality industry to starting his own business amidst the pandemic. He discusses the challenges and rewards of being an entrepreneur, the importance of a supportive community, and how to mitigate risks. Jeff also provides valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and insights into his work on diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Tune in for an inspirational and informative conversation about building a successful business and...
2025-05-1936 minIdeas for the WorkplaceBuilding Workplace Success with Atomic HabitsIn this episode of Ideas for the Workplace, hosted by Hedieh Azad, we explore the transformative power of small habits inspired by James Clear's 'Atomic Habits'. Learn how tiny, incremental changes can lead to massive improvements in productivity, leadership, and teamwork. Discover practical workplace examples and Clear’s four laws for building better habits. Find out how making habits obvious, attractive, easy, and satisfying can significantly enhance your workplace environment and culture. Tune in to implement these actionable insights and start improving one habit at a time.00:00 Introduction to Atomic Habits
2025-03-0609 min
Ideas for the WorkplaceEpisode 7: Natalie Johnston on Psychological SafetyCreating a Trustworthy & Inclusive Workplace: Insights on Psychological Safety with Natalie Johnston
Welcome to this episode of Ideas for the Workplace! Join host Hedieh Azad as she dives into a conversation with HR expert Natalie Johnston on the crucial topic of psychological safety and inclusion in the workplace.
Natalie shares her extensive career journey, provides actionable tips for building trust and fostering a safe and inclusive environment, and discusses the expectations of new generations in the workforce.
This insightful episode sheds light on why psychological safety is not just beneficial but essential for...
2025-01-2823 min
Ideas for the WorkplaceEpisode 6 with Kristina Lamb: Navigating Stress and BurnoutIn this episode of Ideas for the Workplace, host Hedieh Azad sits down with Kristina Lamb, a registered social worker, psychotherapist, and wellness specialist focusing on corporate mental health for the city of Ottawa.
They delve into the nuances of stress and burnout, exploring the spectrum from good to toxic stress, how to identify and cope with stressors, and the physical and mental impacts of chronic stress.
Kristina shares valuable insights into building supportive workplace relationships, the importance of leadership in managing employee well-being, and practical strategies for both leaders and employees to combat burnout.
2024-11-2539 min
Ideas for the WorkplaceCreating inclusive workplaces for neurodivergent employees with Wanda DeschampsCreating Inclusive Workplaces for Neurodivergent Employees with Wanda Deschamps In this episode of Ideas for the Workplace, host Hedieh Azad talks with Wanda Deschamps, founder and principal of Liberty Co., about creating inclusive workplaces for neurodivergent employees. Wanda shares her personal journey, discusses the importance of inclusive leadership, and provides practical tips for organizations to attract, retain, and foster innovation through neurodiversity. Learn how to make your workplace more inclusive, from job postings to onboarding and beyond. For more resources, visit Liberty Co.'s website or connect with Wanda on LinkedIn. 00:00 Int...
2024-10-3124 minIdeas for the WorkplaceEpisode 5: Navigating Stress and Burnout in the Workplace with Kristina LambIn this episode of 'Ideas for the Workplace', Hedieh Azad is joined by Kristina Lamb, a registered social worker, psychotherapist, and wellness specialist for the City of Ottawa, to discuss stress and burnout. Kristina explains the continuum of stress, highlighting that while stress can sometimes be positive, when it becomes chronic, it negatively impacts both mental and physical health. They explore the symptoms and causes of burnout, emphasizing the importance of leadership in creating supportive workplace environments.
Kristina shares preventive measures employees and leaders can take, as well as resources available for maintaining mental health and well-being...
2024-10-0434 min
Ideas for the WorkplaceHumanizing Leadership with Louise H. ReidHumanizing Leadership: An In-Depth Conversationwith Louise H. Reid In this episode of Ideas for the Workplace, hostHedieh Azad talks with Louise H. Reid, Founder, and Chief Empowerment Officerat LHR Leadership Development and Coaching. Louise shares insights about hermission to humanize leadership, focusing on enhancing communication,relationships, and inclusivity within teams. With a Bachelor of Science,multiple HR and coaching certifications, and over 20 years of experience,Louise discusses her book 'Humanizing Leadership' and the personal andprofessional motivations behind it. She explains the significance of'well-intentioned but ill-equipped' leaders and offers solutions throughstrengths-based methodologies like Clifton Strengths. Louise also emphasizesthe i...
2024-07-1642 min
Ideas for the WorkplaceErin Patchell and the Trained to Help ProjectIn this episode, Hedieh Azad, host of Ideas for the Workplace, chats with Erin Patchell about the Trained to Help Project. Erin discusses her inspiration behind the project, which aims to support businesses in making their premises more accessible for people with disabilities. They delve into the project's dual-faceted approach: a business training platform aligned with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and a consumer-centric website listing accessible businesses. Erin also highlights the challenges and future plans for the project, including expanding geographically and enhancing the training modules.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:46 Inspiration Behind the Trained to Help...
2024-06-1718 min
LinkedIn tips, business tips, and marketing tips for coaches, consultants, speakers, authors, solopreneurs & small business owners: Enthusiastically Self-EmployedA LinkedIn Profile Mini-Audit: Podcaster Hedieh Azad Ep 93Are you a podcaster looking to get a bigger slice of the LinkedIn Pie? Watch this video of my mini-audit of Hedieh Azad's LinkedIn profile. Hedieh is a podcaster and her show is called: "Ideas for the workplace" On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ideas-for-the-workplace/id1735314440On YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLY60-Xu1yMs6oIAdFdB7Uj4ew2Dyymvjk&si=JbtsSav-Jo-ZHySmOn Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dlaY84gVFwTwzjgafbNMB?si=jtmGgyVCSF2SAdlns-7r2g...
2024-05-1310 min
Humanizing Leadership- Conversations for the Next GenerationEpisode 83 with Virginie Lemay-Vriesde, Leadership CoachVirginie is a Leadership Coach/Consultant/Trainer and turns managers into global leaders by improving their international leadership skills and confidence. She has more than 20 years experience working in senior leadership roles in large, international organizations, most recently Amazon. Virginie has been an expatriate for the majority of her life and has lived in 6 different countries and speaks fluently 5 languages. She also wrote a book about a serious car accident she had many years ago and how she recovered from it. The book is called 'My Revenge On Life' and can be found on...
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