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Your Work Friends | Fresh Insights on the Now and Next of WorkEmployment is Dead w/Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh DreanSend us a textThe uncomfortable truth about your job security that no one's talking about : Employment is dead. We sat down with Deborah Perry Piscione, Josh Drean, authors of "Employment is Dead:How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We Work," and founders of the Work 3 Institute. This conversation kinda blew our minds. They break down why traditional 9-to-5 employment is literally dying and how to thrive in what's coming next.This isn't doom and gloom. It's about seeing the massive opportunity in the biggest work transformation in 150 years.He...2025-06-0445 min
Working ForwardRethinking Employment in the Age of AI With Josh DreanIn this conversation, Jason Cochran and Josh Drean explore the rapidly changing landscape of work, particularly in relation to artificial intelligence and its implications for employment. They discuss the uncertainty surrounding AI's capabilities, the importance of human connection in the workplace, and the need for a new employment model that prioritizes meaningful work. The conversation highlights the ethical considerations of AI integration, the challenges faced by HR, and the necessity for strategic implementation of AI tools to enhance productivity without sacrificing employee experience. In this conversation, Josh Drean and Jason Cochran explore the evolving landscape of work...2025-06-031h 22
AI and the Future of Work: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace, Business, Ethics, HR, and IT for AI Enthusiasts, Leaders and AcademicsEthical AI in Hiring: How to Stay Compliant While Building a Fairer Future of Work (HR Day Special Episode)To coincide with International Human Resources Day (May 20th), this special compilation episode of AI and the Future of Work explores the promises and pitfalls of AI in hiring.HR leaders are under pressure to innovate—but how can we automate hiring ethically, avoid bias, and stay compliant with evolving laws and expectations?In this episode, we revisit key moments from past interviews with four top voices shaping the future of ethical workforce automation:🔹 Sean Behr (CEO, Fountain) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/14183120...2025-05-2230 min
Chief Change Officer#382 Josh Drean: Employment Is Dead—Now Let’s Rebuild It — Part ThreePart Three of a 3-part series with Josh Drean.Josh isn’t here to tweak the old system—he’s here to build a new one. In this final chapter, the Work3 Institute co-founder and co-author of Employment is Dead goes deep on what it actually takes to evolve.Vince and Josh tackle the hard stuff: Are degrees still relevant in a skills-first world? How does blockchain flip the hiring process? What if your next “employee” is actually a DAO participant with token voting power? And what happens to companies who still think Zoom fatigue is the big...2025-05-2226 minChief Change Officer#381 Josh Drean: Employment Is Dead—Now Let’s Rebuild It — Part TwoPart Two of a 3-part series on Josh Drean.Josh has worn many hats—Harvard MBA, psychology grad, co-founder of Work3 Institute and now, co-author of Employment is Dead (Harvard Business Review Press).In Part 1, we tore down the outdated rituals of traditional employment, including the performative disaster that is the annual engagement survey. Today in Part 2, we go behind the scenes: how did a random cold call spark a bestselling book that landed at HBR?Josh shares the publishing highs and headaches—crafting a 120-page proposal, keeping the book relevant in a fast...2025-05-2215 minChief Change Officer#380 Josh Drean: Employment Is Dead—Now Let’s Rebuild It — Part OneWhat if employment as we know it has already died—and we’re just pretending not to notice?In Part One of this three-part series, Josh Drean—Harvard MBA, startup founder, and co-author of Employment is Dead(Harvard Business Review Press)—joins Vince to dissect the slow death of traditional work. From the failure of annual engagement surveys to the false promise of “people-first” slogans, Josh makes it clear: the current system was built for the factory floor, not the future.We trace Josh’s journey from studying psychology to working in corporate consulting during the pandemic...2025-05-2220 min
Work's Not Working... Let's Fix It!Employment Is Dead. What Comes Next Will Change Everything - with Josh DreanIn this episode of Work’s Not Working… Let’s Fix It! Siân Harrington sits down with Josh Drean, workplace futurist and co-author of Employment is Dead, to explore why the traditional employment contract may soon be a relic of the past – and what’s rising to take its place.In a world shaped by AI, blockchain, Web3 and an emerging generation of workers questioning everything about how we work, Josh argues that the real disruptor isn’t remote work or the return-to-office debate. It’s that employment itself – rigid, outdated and increasingly...2025-04-2944 min
Mick UnpluggedJosh Drean: His Vision on AI and CultureIn this episode of Mick Unplugged, we dive into the dynamic world of work, technology, and culture with the visionary Josh Drean. Join host Mick Hunt as he uncovers Josh's journey from building a startup out of the Harvard Innovation Labs to pioneering sentiment analysis and exploring how emerging technologies like AI can revolutionize the workplace. Together, they explore how companies can harness AI and other technologies to enhance employee experience, culture, and productivity. With a focus on thriving at work, they discuss the modern workforce's demand for purpose, respect, and autonomy. Whether you're curious about the Work3 Institute...2025-03-2934 min
Shift TalkEmployment is Dead—Now What? Tips for HR in ManufacturingHR leaders in manufacturing hear it all the time: “We just need better people.” But when turnover is at 300-400%, is it really a hiring problem—or is work itself broken? Josh Drean, co-founder of the Work3 Institute and author of Employment is Dead, breaks down why traditional employment models no longer work for frontline employees and what manufacturers must do to compete for talent. From rethinking flexibility in hands-on roles to fixing outdated incentives, this episode outlines a roadmap for leaders who want to stop the churn and start building a workforce that stays.Ma...2025-03-2628 min
Chief Change Officer#254 Deborah Perry Piscione: The End of Traditional Work Begins — Part TwoWhat happens when a political insider, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur, and a bestselling author walk into a podcast? You get Deborah Perry Piscione. She’s gone from shaping policy in Washington, D.C., to writing Employment is Dead, and she’s here to unpack why work as we know it is crumbling.Traditional employment is on life support, and Deborah Perry Piscione is here to explain why. In Part 2 of this two-part series, she breaks down the radical shift in how we work, hire, and learn—plus what it means for companies that refuse to adapt.Key...2025-03-2424 min
Chief Change Officer#252 Work3 Institute Co-Founder Josh Drean: Employment is Dead. Now What? — Part ThreePart Three of a 3-part series on Josh Drean. Josh has worn many hats—Harvard MBA, psychology grad, co-founder of Work3 Institute and now, co-author of Employment is Dead (Harvard Business Review Press). We’re kicking off 2025 with a bang—by declaring employment dead. Yes, you read that right. Josh Drean is here to dismantle the traditional job market, toss outdated HR policies into the digital abyss, and redefine what it means to work in the modern world.In the Part 1 of a three-part series with Josh, where we dig into why the corporate world’s obsessi...2025-03-2426 min
Chief Change Officer#251 Work3 Institute Co-Founder Josh Drean: Employment is Dead. Now What? — Part TwoPart Two of a 3-part series on Josh Drean. Josh has worn many hats—Harvard MBA, psychology grad, co-founder of Work3 Institute and now, co-author of Employment is Dead (Harvard Business Review Press). In the Part 1 of a three-part series with Josh, we dug into why the corporate world’s obsession with employee engagement surveys is as effective as asking your toaster for career advice. Spoiler alert: Most companies don’t actually want honest feedback from employees.Here in Part 2, where look deep into the book's journey: how did this provocative and ambitious book come about i...2025-03-2415 minChief Change Officer#250 Work3 Institute Co-Founder Josh Drean: Employment is Dead. Now What? — Part OnePart One of a 3-part series on Josh Drean. Josh has worn many hats—Harvard MBA, psychology grad, co-founder of Work3 Institute and now, co-author of Employment is Dead (Harvard Business Review Press). We’re kicking off 2025 with a bang—by declaring employment dead. Yes, you read that right. Josh Drean is here to dismantle the traditional job market, toss outdated HR policies into the digital abyss, and redefine what it means to work in the modern world.This is Part 1 of a three-part series with Josh, where we dig into why the corporate world’s obsessi...2025-03-2420 min
NOW of WorkSpecial Edition: Now of Work 5 Year AnniversaryMarch 14th is a very important day to us. Jess Von Bank and Jason Averbook launched the Now of Work community 5 years ago that day. The world was crazy. Humans were confused. People needed connection. Life needed some sort of meaning. We were thrust into a world where uncertainty was the word of the moment and it was driven by two pandemics. A social justice pandemic and a global health pandemic, COVID.5 years later, we celebrated the anniversary of this amazing community that has 5 amazing traits that we want to celebrate.* Over 5000 people in the community...2025-03-151h 00
Cold Outreach PodcastEmployment is Dead: Navigating the Future of Work with Josh DreanThe Future of Work: Why Employment is Dead with Josh DreanJoin us on this eye-opening episode of the Cold Outreach Podcast as we welcome Josh Drean, co-founder of Work3 Institute and co-author of the new book, 'Employment is Dead'. We delve deep into the transformative shifts in employer-employee relationships, the impact of AI and the metaverse on the future of work, and essential tips for preparing for this new era. Discover why traditional employment models are failing and how innovative technologies are paving the way for more flexible and autonomous work opportunities. Don't miss this insightful...2025-02-1850 min
Your Working LifeHow Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing Work with Deborah Perry PiscioneDeborah Perry Piscione is cofounder of the Work3 Institute, an AI and Web3 advisory firm. She is also a Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and innovation and future-of-work thought leader. She is the author of multiple books, including the New York Times bestseller Secrets of Silicon Valley. She was previously a staffer in the U.S. Congress and at the White House, and she served as an on-air commentator on CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News. Website: https://work3.me/book/ Book: EMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We Work by Debora...2025-02-1625 min
Six Pixels of Separation PodcastSPOS #971 – Deborah Perry Piscione On Revolutionizing The Way We WorkWelcome to episode #971 of Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast. Deborah Perry Piscione is no stranger to transformation. As the co-founder and CEO of the Work3 Institute, a thought leader in AI and Web3, and an author, she has spent her career helping organizations navigate the future of business. In our conversation, we explore the bold premise of her latest book, Employment Is Dead - How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing The Way We Work (with co-author, Josh Drean), which challenges traditional employment models and highlights how AI, automation, and decentralized work are reshaping careers. Deborah...2025-02-161h 01
Chief Change Officer#176 Deborah Perry Piscione: The End of Traditional Work Begins — Part TwoWhat happens when a political insider, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur, and a bestselling author walk into a podcast? You get Deborah Perry Piscione. She’s gone from shaping policy in Washington, D.C., to writing Employment is Dead, and she’s here to unpack why work as we know it is crumbling.
Traditional employment is on life support, and Deborah Perry Piscione is here to explain why. In Part 2 of this two-part series, she breaks down the radical shift in how we work, hire, and learn—plus what it means for companies that refuse to adapt...2025-02-1324 min
The Small Business Radio Show#821 Is Employment Dead?Segment 1 with Josh Drean starts at 0:00.Since COVID 19, we have seen a drastic redefinition of how people define work and employment - and a redefinition of how they want to make a living. As my first guest says in the title of his book – Is employment dead?Josh Drean is cofounder of the Work3 Institute. He is also a Web3 and Workforce Advisor at the Harvard Innovation Labs and cofounder of DreanMedia. Josh is an HR transformation expert who connects emerging technologies with workplace strategies. His work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, For...2025-02-0933 min
Chief Change Officer#168 Work3 Institute Co-Founder Josh Drean: Employment is Dead. Now What? — Part ThreePart Three of a 3-part series on Josh Drean. Josh has worn many hats—Harvard MBA, psychology grad, co-founder of Work3 Institute and now, co-author of Employment is Dead (Harvard Business Review Press).
We’re kicking off 2025 with a bang—by declaring employment dead. Yes, you read that right. Josh Drean is here to dismantle the traditional job market, toss outdated HR policies into the digital abyss, and redefine what it means to work in the modern world.
In the Part 1 of a three-part series with Josh, where we dig into why the corporate world’s obsessi...2025-02-0926 min
Chief Change Officer#167 Work3 Institute Co-Founder Josh Drean: Employment is Dead. Now What? — Part TwoPart Two of a 3-part series on Josh Drean. Josh has worn many hats—Harvard MBA, psychology grad, co-founder of Work3 Institute and now, co-author of Employment is Dead (Harvard Business Review Press).
In the Part 1 of a three-part series with Josh, we dug into why the corporate world’s obsession with employee engagement surveys is as effective as asking your toaster for career advice. Spoiler alert: Most companies don’t actually want honest feedback from employees.
Here in Part 2, where look deep into the book's journey: how did this provocative and ambitious book co...2025-02-0715 min
Chief Change Officer#166 Work3 Institute Co-Founder Josh Drean: Employment is Dead. Now What? — Part OnePart One of a 3-part series on Josh Drean. Josh has worn many hats—Harvard MBA, psychology grad, co-founder of Work3 Institute and now, co-author of Employment is Dead (Harvard Business Review Press).
We’re kicking off 2025 with a bang—by declaring employment dead. Yes, you read that right. Josh Drean is here to dismantle the traditional job market, toss outdated HR policies into the digital abyss, and redefine what it means to work in the modern world.
This is Part 1 of a three-part series with Josh, where we dig into why the corporate world’s obsessi...2025-02-0720 min
Recruiting is No JokeEpisode 87: The Greatest Disconnect: Corporate Profits vs. Employee SatisfactionRecent Gallup findings show employee engagement is at its lowest in a decade, even worse than during the pandemic. In this thought-provoking episode of Recruiting is No Joke, host Joel Lalgee sits down with Josh Drean, co-author of "Employment is Dead: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work." Together, they dive deep into the seismic shifts reshaping the modern workplace, from the lingering effects of the "Great Resignation" and "Quiet Quitting" to the growing chasm between corporate profits and employee compensation.Josh and Joel explore the critical role of employee experience design in fostering engagement an...2025-02-0546 min
DisrupTVSuccessful AI Adoption & Disruptive Tech Ronnie S Deborah P Josh DThis week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Ronnie Sheth, CEO of Senen Group and Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean, co-founders of Work3 Institute and Co-authors of Employment is Dead: How Distruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We Work.
Ronnie emphasized the importance of business-first approaches in AI adoption, highlighting the need for a lean startup mentality and risk management. She noted that successful AI implementations focus on high-impact use cases and data quality. Deborah and Josh discussed the shift from traditional employment to a decentralized workforce enabled by blockchain and AI, emphasizing the need for new HR competencies and a...2025-02-031h 05
Transform NOW349. Is Employment Dead?In this episode, host Michael Marchuk speaks with Josh Drean, author of the book "Employment is Dead: How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We Work". Michael and Josh discuss the transformative impact of disruptive technologies on the workforce, emphasizing the need for a shift in traditional employment models. They explore the role of AI in enhancing employee experiences, the evolution of career paths, and the importance of human-centric digital transformation. Josh shares insights on how emerging technologies can redefine resumes and employee expectations, offering advice for different generations navigating the changing landscape of work.
2025-01-2936 min
HBR IdeaCastEmployment Is Changing ForeverAs organizations and workers face a new wave of technological change, Deborah Perry Piscione argues that we're at a pivot point where old models of employment will be replaced by entirely new ones. Get ready for GenAI-assisted, decentralized, sometimes autonomous workforces, and “jobs” that span gigs, companies, industries, geographies, and the metaverse. Piscione describes this new reality and how mindset shifts and upskilling can help us prepare. She's the coauthor, along with Josh Drean, of the book Employment is Dead: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work.2025-01-2829 min
Leadership 2.024. Employment is dead - Deborah Perry PiscioneIn this episode I interview Deborah Perry Piscione about her latest book: ‘Employment Is Dead: How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We Work’, which she wrote together with Josh Drean. The central theme of this book is that traditional employment models are becoming outdated due to the evolving needs and expectations of the modern workforce, facilitated by disruptive technologies. This will lead to the end of the traditional employment model, as well as the traditional form as companies, as we know them today.In our conversation, Deborah and I touched on the follow...2025-01-2837 min
AI and the Future of Work: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace, Business, Ethics, HR, and IT for AI Enthusiasts, Leaders and Academics320: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work: A Conversation with Josh Drean, Co-Author of Employment is DeadJosh Drean is a leading voice in the future of work community, known for his advocacy on bringing more humanness into the workplace. As Co-founder of the Work3 Institute, Josh specializes in the intersection of employment and emerging technologies, including AI, blockchain, and AR/VR. He is the co-author, along with Deborah Perry Piscione, of the forthcoming book "EMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We Work", to be published by the Harvard Business Review Press. Josh holds a master's degree from Harvard and has studied I/O Psychology. His insights have appeared in renowned publications...2025-01-2739 min
Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization ShowRewriting the Rules: How to Thrive in the Future of WorkWelcome to a special episode of Deep Dive into The Never Normal, a Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization special no-nonsense series that unpacks the future of work, leadership, and life in an era of relentless disruption. This episode features highlights from cutting-edge insights by future or work thought leaders Josh Drean, who declares that "Employment is Dead," and John Sanei, author of the upcoming book Future Memories, who explores why we must unlearn everything we know to embrace an uncertain future. I also introduce the latest research from McKinsey’s ‘Developing a Resilient, Adaptable Workforce for an Uncertain Future,’ revealing why on...2025-01-2708 min
Human Capital LeadershipEMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work, with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh DreanIn this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean about their book, EMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work.
Deborah Perry Piscione is co-founder of the Work3 Institute, an AI + web3 advisory firm, a Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and innovation + future of work thought leader. Deborah is the author of multiple books, including the New York TImes bestseller Secrets of Silicon Valley and serves as a LinkedIn Learning instructor on innovation and risk-taking. Deborah’s work has been covered in The Economist, New Yo...2025-01-2423 min
Leading Through ConnectionEMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work, with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean about their book, EMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work.Deborah Perry Piscione is co-founder of the Work3 Institute, an AI + web3 advisory firm, a Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and innovation + future of work thought leader. Deborah is the author of multiple books, including the New York TImes bestseller Secrets of Silicon Valley and serves as a LinkedIn Learning instructor on innovation and risk-taking. Deborah’s work has been covered in The Economist, New Yo...2025-01-2430 min
The Daily HR Conversations PodcastEMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work, with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh DreanIn this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean about their book, EMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work.Deborah Perry Piscione is co-founder of the Work3 Institute, an AI + web3 advisory firm, a Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and innovation + future of work thought leader. Deborah is the author of multiple books, including the New York TImes bestseller Secrets of Silicon Valley and serves as a LinkedIn Learning instructor on innovation and risk-taking. Deborah’s work has been covered in The Economist, New Yo...2025-01-2432 min
Learning about LeadershipEMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work, with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh DreanIn this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean about their book, EMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work.Deborah Perry Piscione is co-founder of the Work3 Institute, an AI + web3 advisory firm, a Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and innovation + future of work thought leader. Deborah is the author of multiple books, including the New York TImes bestseller Secrets of Silicon Valley and serves as a LinkedIn Learning instructor on innovation and risk-taking. Deborah’s work has been covered in The Economist, New Yo...2025-01-2432 min
The Daily Leadership Conversations PodcastEMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work, with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh DreanIn this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean about their book, EMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work.Deborah Perry Piscione is co-founder of the Work3 Institute, an AI + web3 advisory firm, a Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and innovation + future of work thought leader. Deborah is the author of multiple books, including the New York TImes bestseller Secrets of Silicon Valley and serves as a LinkedIn Learning instructor on innovation and risk-taking. Deborah’s work has been covered in The Economist, New Yo...2025-01-2432 min
The HR Alchemy PodcastEMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work, with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh DreanIn this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean about their book, EMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work.Deborah Perry Piscione is co-founder of the Work3 Institute, an AI + web3 advisory firm, a Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and innovation + future of work thought leader. Deborah is the author of multiple books, including the New York TImes bestseller Secrets of Silicon Valley and serves as a LinkedIn Learning instructor on innovation and risk-taking. Deborah’s work has been covered in The Economist, New Yo...2025-01-2432 min
The Daily Leadership AdvantageEMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work, with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh DreanIn this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean about their book, EMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work.Deborah Perry Piscione is co-founder of the Work3 Institute, an AI + web3 advisory firm, a Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and innovation + future of work thought leader. Deborah is the author of multiple books, including the New York TImes bestseller Secrets of Silicon Valley and serves as a LinkedIn Learning instructor on innovation and risk-taking. Deborah’s work has been covered in The Economist, New Yo...2025-01-2432 min
Leadership Elevation: Mastering the Human ElementEMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work, with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean about their book, EMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work.Deborah Perry Piscione is co-founder of the Work3 Institute, an AI + web3 advisory firm, a Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and innovation + future of work thought leader. Deborah is the author of multiple books, including the New York TImes bestseller Secrets of Silicon Valley and serves as a LinkedIn Learning instructor on innovation and risk-taking. Deborah’s work has been covered in The Economist, New Yo...2025-01-2430 min
Expressions of LeadershipRedefining Leadership in the Age of AI and Web3 with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh DreanIn this episode of Expressions of Leadership, we speak with Debra Perry Piscioni and Josh Drean, cofounders of Work3 Institute and authors of the upcoming book Employment is Dead: How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We Work. Together, we explore the future of work, the power of emerging technologies like AI and Web3 and how embracing empathy and innovation can transform workplaces. Don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation about adapting to workforce changes and uncovering the leadership potential in everyone.
Learn more about Deborah and Josh:
Employment is Dead book release through Harvard Business Rev...2025-01-2139 min
To Dine ForJosh DreanJosh Drean is a Co-Founder of the Work3 Institute, Web3 and Workforce Advisor at the Harvard Innovation Labs, and a human resources transformation expert. He has written a book called Employment is Dead. Josh’s work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fast Company, and MIT Technology Review.Josh’s Youtube channel has garnered millions of views. He received an undergraduate degree in psychology from Brigham Young University and a Master’s degree in Business Administration and Management from Harvard University, where he incubated and sold an HR tech startup.Follow To Din...2025-01-2037 min
Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization ShowEmployment is DEAD: The Future of Work is Calling (Are You Answering?)Forget quiet quitting – the ENTIRE employment system is on life support! 🤯 Host Ira Wolfe sits down with Josh Drean, co-founder of Work3 Institute and author of the bombshell new book “Employment is Dead,” to expose the brutal truth about the dying model of traditional jobs. They dissect the forces driving this seismic shift – rampant burnout, the desperate cry for flexibility, and the rise of game-changing technologies like AI, blockchain, and DAOs. Drean reveals how these forces are converging to create a new world of work that’s already here – one where YOU have the power to design your ideal work life....2025-01-0848 min
The Happy at Work PodcastEmployment is Dead: Reimagining Work in the Digital Age with Josh DreanSend us a textIn this episode, Josh Drean challenges traditional employment models and explores how emerging technologies are reshaping the future of work. From remote work dynamics to decentralized organizations, Josh shares insights on why current workplace structures are failing to meet modern workforce needs and what the future might hold.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why traditional employment models are struggling to adapt to modern workforce needsHow emerging technologies like blockchain and DAOs could transform workplace structuresWhy workplace flexibility is becoming non-negotiable for talent retentionHow younger generations are...2024-12-2625 min
Better You by NeerajVideo : Employment Is Dead: How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We WorkIn this thought-provoking episode of Better You by Neeraj, I sit down with Josh to explore how disruptive technologies are reshaping the workplace as we know it. From AI-driven automation and decentralized workforces to the rise of gig economies and Web3, we delve into the forces challenging traditional employment models.
We discussed:
What it means for "employment" to be dead in the age of innovation.
How individuals and organizations can adapt to stay competitive.
Opportunities these changes create for building a more flexible, empowered future of work.
Whether you’re a professional navigating career transitions, a business leader looking to...2024-11-2234 minBetter You by NeerajVideo : Employment Is Dead: How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We WorkIn this thought-provoking episode of Better You by Neeraj, I sit down with Josh to explore how disruptive technologies are reshaping the workplace as we know it. From AI-driven automation and decentralized workforces to the rise of gig economies and Web3, we delve into the forces challenging traditional employment models.
We discussed:
What it means for "employment" to be dead in the age of innovation.
How individuals and organizations can adapt to stay competitive.
Opportunities these changes create for building a more flexible, empowered future of work.
Whether you’re a professional navigating career transitions, a business leader looking to...2024-11-2234 minBetter You by NeerajEmployment Is Dead: How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We WorkIn this thought-provoking episode of Better You by Neeraj, I sit down with Josh to explore how disruptive technologies are reshaping the workplace as we know it. From AI-driven automation and decentralized workforces to the rise of gig economies and Web3, we delve into the forces challenging traditional employment models.
We discussed:
What it means for "employment" to be dead in the age of innovation.
How individuals and organizations can adapt to stay competitive.
Opportunities these changes create for building a more flexible, empowered future of work.
Whether you’re a professional navigating career transitions, a business leader looking to...2024-11-2135 minBetter You by NeerajEmployment Is Dead: How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We WorkIn this thought-provoking episode of Better You by Neeraj, I sit down with Josh to explore how disruptive technologies are reshaping the workplace as we know it. From AI-driven automation and decentralized workforces to the rise of gig economies and Web3, we delve into the forces challenging traditional employment models.
We discussed:
What it means for "employment" to be dead in the age of innovation.
How individuals and organizations can adapt to stay competitive.
Opportunities these changes create for building a more flexible, empowered future of work.
Whether you’re a professional navigating career transitions, a business leader looking to...2024-11-2135 min
Gut + Science276: Traditional Employment Doesn't and Won’t Work with Josh DreanIs traditional employment... dead? Bold claim, right? But that's exactly what our guest, Josh Drean, is here to unpack. Josh isn’t just tossing around buzzwords—he’s a talent management and people analytics expert who’s been deep in the trenches of workforce innovation. He’s also the co-founder of Work3 Institute, where he’s actively rethinking how we work, why we work, and (most importantly) how we should work in this new digital-first world. In this episode, we dive into what "non-traditional work" really looks like—spoiler: it's way beyond remote work and freelancing.2024-09-1945 min
Shift TalkEmployment is Dead: A Look into the Future of Work with Josh DreanRethink everything you know about work. In this episode of Shift Talk, we spoke with Josh Drean, co-founder of the Work3 Institute and co-author of "Employment is Dead" about the shifting landscape of work. Traditional employment models no longer meet the needs of a modern workforce and employee experience is taking a backseat to company profits. Join us as we look into what the future of work will look like where the "old rules" will no longer apply. Many manufacturers and distributors are stuck in a revolving door of new hir...2024-09-1732 min
Leadership Launchpad – Team Development, & Performance Improvement for Aerospace & Technology ManagersWork3 - How to Lead and Collaborate in a Web3 World w/Josh DreanToday's episode dives into the evolving landscape of decentralized work structures with Josh Drean. Josh emphasizes the shift towards decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) and the impact of web three technologies on reshaping traditional employment models. They discuss the importance of employee engagement, the role of managers as facilitators rather than dictators, and the potential benefits and challenges of decentralization in various industries. With an upcoming book titled "Employment is Dead," Josh suggests a future where workers have more autonomy and flexibility in shaping their careers. The conversation explores the transformation of HR into people operations and the need for...2024-05-2840 min
AI and the Future of Work: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace, Business, Ethics, HR, and IT for AI Enthusiasts, Leaders and AcademicsJosh Drean, co-founder of The Work3 Institute, author, and future of work authority, discusses human-centric employment in the era of AIWe've met future of work visionaries recently like Gary Bolles, Dr. John Boudreau, Mark McCrindle, and Josh Bersin. All have shared unique perspectives on how AI is redefining the employee experience. Today's guest belongs on that Mt. Rushmore of future of work luminaries.Josh Drean is Co-founder & Director of Employee Experience at The Work3 Institute, AI + Work Advisor at the Harvard Innovation Labs, and Co-author of Employment is Dead (Harvard Business Review Press, 2024)His work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fast Company, and The Economist and he has made appearances on The...2023-12-1142 min