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Snippets with Leon GorenTax Strategies with John Mendis from McGovern Hurley Tax Advisory GroupIn this Snippets episode, Leon sits down with John Mendis, tax partner at McGovern Hurley, to discuss key year-end tax strategies for individuals and business owners. John shares valuable insights on optimizing tax planning, maximizing deductions, and understanding the latest changes in Canadian tax regulations.While this conversation originally focused on fourth-quarter tax planning for 2024, the insights remain highly relevant beyond the year-end deadline. Whether you’re preparing for your next tax filing, strategizing for the current financial year, or looking to optimize your long-term tax planning, John’s advice can help you stay ahead. Topics include RRSP...2025-03-2614 minSnippets with Leon GorenCareer Advancements and Shifts in the Talent Market with Glasshouse Systems' Alex TalmorTune in as Leon chats with Alex Talmor, the President of the Canadian Operations at GlassHouse Systems, a North American company that provides IT infrastructure, security, cloud, and managed services for large corporations and governments. Starting as a sales executive, Alex rose in the ranks, becoming President in 2022. He offers key insights into career advancements within organizations and provides observations regarding recruiting talent in both small and large organizations. He also shares with us reflections on working while having a young family and favourite travel destination.If you’re interested in our Snippets podcasts or The...2024-03-2411 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon GorenLeading Through The Fog: Scott D. Anthony, World’s 7th Most Influential Mgmt Thinker by Thinkers50In 2021, Scott D. Anthony, was named the World’s 7th Most Influential Management Thinker by Thinkers50. Today’s turbulent times present unique and persistent challenges. Leaders are in a thick fog. Data to justify a decision comes in when it is too late to decide. Yesterday’s strengths become tomorrow’s weaknesses. Seemingly conflicting demands – purpose/profits, life/work, empowerment/decisiveness, meritocracy/inclusivity—feel paralyzing. When the fog of uncertainty descends, it is natural to want to slow down. The right mindsets, mental models, and approaches can allow leaders to navigate disruptive change, and own the future.Scott D. Anth...2024-02-0559 minSnippets with Leon GorenAnticipating Labour Market Trends with David King, Senior Managing Director at Robert HalfIn this Snippets episode, David King, Senior Managing Director for Canada and South America at Robert Half—the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm—takes us on a deep dive into the post-pandemic landscape of talent recruitment and labor markets. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and make informed decisions for your organization.With an astounding tenure of 29 years at Robert Half, David shares his take on current labor market trends and predictions for 2024. He also shares valuable insights on talent decision-making factors and priorities, the dynamics of hyb...2023-12-2215 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon GorenGreat Age Reboot: Cracking the Longevity Code with Dr. Michael Roizen, Health & Longevity ExpertWe were thrilled to have Dr. Michael Roizen, one of the world's leading experts on aging and longevity, at our Summer 2023 Eye of the Executive In-Person Series in partnership with Cleveland Clinic Canada and Aird & Berlis LLP, on June 20, 2023. Dr. Roizen is the creator of the innovative RealAge concept, which motivates behavior change to promote wellness. He has authored over 190 peer-reviewed scientific publications, five New York Times #1 best sellers and ten overall bestsellers. His latest book, The Great Age Reboot: Cracking the Longevity Code for a Younger Tomorrow, focuses on how to navigate upcoming changes, to make the best...2023-12-221h 28Snippets with Leon GorenInvestment Portfolio Management for Today’s Market with RPIA’s Liam O’SullivanReady to enhance your investment strategy? Tune in as Leon sits down with Liam O’Sullivan, Principal Co-Head of Client Portfolio Management at RPIA. An expert in alternative investments and risk management, Liam shares insight on managing an investment portfolio, current market paradigm shifts, the crucial role of fixed income, and the importance of differentiating between high-grade and high-yield bonds. If you’re interested in our Snippets podcasts or The Way Forward live webcasts, please take a moment and visit us at peo-leadership.com. Guests have included Stephen Poloz, Avi Goldfarb, Dr. Michael Roizen, Morgan Housel, and Profe...2023-12-1812 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon GorenPower & Prediction: The Disruptive Economics of AI with Avi Goldfarb, AI ExpertWe were thrilled to have Avi Goldfarb, one of the world's leading experts on AI, kick off our 2023 Eye of the Executive In-Person Series in partnership with Aird & Berlis LLP, on March 23rd, 2023. Avi is the co-author of the bestselling book Power and Prediction, on how artificial intelligence is changing business, economics, and finance. In his keynote, he provided key insights on how AI is transforming the global economy and how companies can best leverage its capabilities.Avi Goldfarb is a renowned expert in AI and its impact on business, economics, and finance. He has written several...2023-12-181h 01
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'The Future Doesn’t Fit Into The Containers of the Past' with Rishad Tobaccowala, Publicis Groupe2022 PEO Leadership Conference Keynote. Over the past decade, globalization, demographic shifts, and technology have changed the very landscape in which businesses are operating. The speed of change continues to accelerate with the third connected-age technologies of AI, Voice, 5G, and cloud computing. To further add to the uncertainty of the future, the economy is highly volatile and the world is facing geopolitical strains not seen in a lifetime. Rishad will distill this uncertainty and confusion into the key drivers leaders should focus on to prepare them and their companies for the Great Re-Invention. He will reveal how new scale...2023-12-071h 07
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'The Future of Work: How to Build High Performing Teams in Turbulent Times' with Richard Skippon, EYWe were thrilled to have Richard Skippon, Partner at EY who leads the Workforce Advisory Practice in Canada, speak to our community in June of 2022 about the challenges and opportunities in the labour market as well as how to retain and engage your employees. Over his 25-year career, Richard has held HR leadership roles in both industry and professional services organizations. As part of his practice at EY, he supports clients in achieving business outcomes through effective alignment of their organizations and people. Key areas of focus for the practice include the evolution of t...2023-11-2858 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon GorenInterest Rates, Inflation & Investing: David Rosenberg, Former Chief Economist, Merrill Lynch & Gluskin Sheff + AssocsPEO Leadership 2022 Conference - Special thanks to Focus Asset Management for making this fireside chat possible! David Rosenberg provides advice to 2,600 clients, both retail and institutional, across 40 countries. He is the founder and president of Rosenberg Research, an economic and financial market consulting firm he established in January 2020. Prior to creating his own company, David was chief economist and strategist at Gluskin Sheff + Associates from 2009 to 2019. Prior to that, from 2000 to 2009, he was at Merrill Lynch, where for the first two years he was the chief Canadian economist and strategist based out of Toronto; for the last seven, he...2023-11-2249 min
CanadianSME Small Business PodcastEmbracing Peer-to-Peer Dynamics with Leon GorenIn this episode of the Small Business Podcast, we delve deep into the realm of leadership and the transformative concept of peer-to-peer learning. We are privileged to host Mr. Leon Goren, CEO of PEO Leadership, whose innovative approach to leadership has been instrumental for top-tier companies from Alcon to Crayola and Nestle. As we unpack the intricacies of peer-to-peer leadership groups and their pivotal role in today's ever-evolving business world, Leon takes us through his remarkable journey, sharing insights from the vantage point of his influential platform.Key Highlights:His professional background and the inspiration...2023-11-0716 minSnippets with Leon GorenTransitioning from Big Tech to SME Entrepreneurship with Whitecap's Dan CarmichaelIn this episode, Leon chats with Dan Carmichael, the president of Whitecap. Dan tells us about his motivations for leaving a 20-year-long big corporate job at Dell Technologies to join the small business world. Leon and Dan discuss staying on the forefront of emerging technology and Dan gives advice to business leaders on getting involved with AI.If you’re interested in our Snippets podcasts or The Way Forward live webcasts, please take a moment and visit us at peo-leadership.com. You'll find on our site various previous recorded webcasts with guests such as Stephen Po...2023-09-1515 min
Office Hours with David MeltzerChris Kanik, Major General Robert W. Mixon, Jr. , Leon Goren, Dr. Ron FriedmanChris KanikThese applications can be used in a myriad of industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and more, allowing for a reduction in storage and transportation requirements resulting in a reduction of the world’s overall resources. Today, Chris oversees Smart Cups' 23,000 square foot manufacturing and R&D facility in Mission Viejo, CA.Major General Robert W. Mixon, Jr.Major General Robert W. Mixon, Jr. has achieved over three decades of extraordinary leadership success in diverse organizations, including the United States Army where he commanded the 7th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, Colorado prior to...2023-08-0143 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'The Future Doesn’t Fit Into The Containers of the Past' with Rishad Tobaccowala, Publicis Groupe2022 PEO Leadership Conference Keynote. Over the past decade, globalization, demographic shifts, and technology have changed the very landscape in which businesses are operating. The speed of change continues to accelerate with the third connected-age technologies of AI, Voice, 5G, and cloud computing. To further add to the uncertainty of the future, the economy is highly volatile and the world is facing geopolitical strains not seen in a lifetime. Rishad will distill this uncertainty and confusion into the key drivers leaders should focus on to prepare them and their companies for the Great Re-Invention. He will reveal how new scale...2023-06-261h 07Snippets with Leon GorenGrowing a Business from Limited Capital with CMI Financial Group's Bryan JaskolkaBryan Jaskolka is a serial entrepreneur and the visionary founder and CEO of the CMI Financial Group. Bryan is a driving force in the Canadian private lending and mortgage financing industries and has been recognized for his leadership and innovation. CMI is Canada’s premier private mortgage lender, a leading provider of mortgage funding and investment solutions, and one of Canada's fastest-growing companies.In the Snippets episode, Bryan tells us how he grew a booming business from only $1,000. He describes the importance of exponential thinking over linear thinking, inspiring through bust periods, and thriving as a leader wh...2023-06-1114 minSnippets with Leon GorenCreating an Engaging and Equitable Workplace with Earth Rated's Abby GnanendranAbby Gnanendran is the CEO and co-founder of Earth Rated, a B Corp-certified company that provides dog lovers with eco-friendly poop bags. In this Snippets episode, Abby tells us how Earth Rated grew from a direct-to-consumer ‘pet project’ to serving 4.5 million people daily worldwide.Earth Rated stands out with its dedication to a supportive, performance-driven work environment. Abby and Leon discuss leading with integrity and why creating a workplace that feels more comfortable than the home is a smart and equitable business investment.If you’re interested in our Snippets podcas...2023-06-0615 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'How Do We Stay Relevant As Leaders Of Our Organizations' with Rishad Tobaccowala, Publicis GroupeWe spend a lot of time upgrading our physical operating systems by exercising and watching what we eat but do we spend enough time exercising our minds and feeding the right sides of our brains to unleash innovation so we can truly grow, adapt, and remain relevant in a world of change? Rishad will share key learnings, including why there are much better ways to generate new thinking and ideas than offsites and why it is key to build a case for the exact opposite of what you believe. A plethora of tools, exercises, and resources will be shared...2023-05-2258 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon GorenInflation & Investing: David Rosenberg, Former Chief Economist, Merrill Lynch & Gluskin Sheff + AssocsPEO Leadership 2022 Conference - Special thanks to Focus Asset Management for making this fireside chat possible! David Rosenberg provides advice to 2,600 clients, both retail and institutional, across 40 countries. He is the founder and president of Rosenberg Research, an economic and financial market consulting firm he established in January 2020. Prior to creating his own company, David was chief economist and strategist at Gluskin Sheff + Associates from 2009 to 2019. Prior to that, from 2000 to 2009, he was at Merrill Lynch, where for the first two years he was chief Canadian economist and strategist based out of Toronto; for the last seven he was...2023-04-2547 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'The Future of Work: How to Build High Performance Teams in Turbulent Times' with Richard Skippon, EYWe were thrilled to have Richard Skippon, Partner at EY who leads the Workforce Advisory Practice in Canada, speak to our community in June of 2022 about the challenges and opportunities in the labour market as well as how to retain and engage your employees. Over his 25-year career, Richard has held HR leadership roles in both industry and professional services organizations. As part of his practice at EY, he supports clients in achieving business outcomes through effective alignment of their organizations’ and people. Key areas of focus for the practice include the evolution of talent in response to...2023-03-2157 minSnippets with Leon GorenManaging a Family Business with Brian CotterBrian Cotter is the President of Durham Artificial Grass (established 2018) and Lloyd’s Grounds Management Professionals (established 1963). He and Leon discuss the lessons he’s learned growing a family business and the effects of climate change, employee shortage, and COVID-19 on both his well-established business and new but rapidly growing business.If you’re interested in one of our Snippets podcasts or our The Way Forward live webcasts, please visit https://peo-leadership.com/. Please reach out to Kelly May kmay@peo-leadership.com.If you’d like to listen to some...2022-07-3114 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'Winning On Purpose' with Fred Reichheld, Founder of NPSWe are very excited to have Fred Reichheld, the creator of the Net Promoter system of management and the founder of Bain & Company’s Loyalty practice, as our special guest on The Way Forward podcast series. Fred is known for “putting loyalty economics on the map” and is a trusted expert in customer loyalty. Two thirds of the Fortune 1000 now use Net Promoter Score (NPS), the world’s leading customer success and loyalty framework. Companies that achieve the highest NPS in their industry...2022-05-221h 01Snippets with Leon GorenThree Winning Sales Factors with Glenn PoulosGlenn Poulos is the Co-Founder, Vice President, and General Manager of Gap Wireless Inc. He has 30 plus years of experience in sales and has started and sold two successful companies. He has also just published his first book 'Never Sit in the Lobby: 57 Winning Sales Factors to Grow Business and Build a Career Selling.' In this episode, Glenn and Leon discuss the book-writing process and go through three of his sales factors: sitting is not selling, don’t confuse marketing with selling, and you only get forever to make another impression.If you’re in...2022-05-0220 minSnippets with Leon GorenDirect to Consumer Branding with VIVA Scandinavia’s Peng LinLeon sits down with Peng Lin, CEO and founder of VIVA Scandinavia, a consumer-centric glassware and accessories brand. Peng has a wealth of experience in manufacturing high-end products and managing consumer and sales data. Peng and Leon discuss Peng's unique background, his entrance into the glassware market, and why Kickstarter is such a powerful tool for product design and development. If you’re interested in one of our The Way Forward live webcasts, please visit https://peo-leadership.com/. Please reach out to Kelly May kmay@peo-leadership.com If you’d like to listen to some of ou...2022-04-1712 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'The Next Age of Uncertainty' with Stephen Poloz, former Governor of the Bank of CanadaWe were extremely excited to have Stephen Poloz, the former Governor of the Bank of Canada, kick off our 2022 Eye of the Executive In-Person Series in partnership with Focus Asset Management, on April 6th, 2022. Stephen is a widely recognized economist with nearly 40 years of experience in financial markets, forecasting, and economic policy, including 35 years in the public sector.The economic ground is shifting beneath our feet. The world is becoming more volatile, and people are understandably worried about their financial futures. Stephen Poloz maps out the powerful tectonic forces that are shaping our future, and the ideas...2022-04-171h 23
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'You Have More Influence Than You Think' with Vanessa BohnsPEO Leadership's Michele Calpin sits down with Vanessa Bohns to discuss why we fail to recognize the influence we have, and how that lack of awareness can lead us to miss opportunities or accidentally misuse our power.Vanessa Bohns is social psychologist and professor of organizational behavior at Cornell University. She argues that despite the popular opinion that we need to gain influence in order to get what we want, we actually already have it — we’re just not using it mindfully. If you’ve ever felt ineffective, invisible, or inarticulate, chances are you weren’t actually any of t...2022-02-271h 02
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren`Power, For All' with Tiziana CasciaroListen to our most recent episode of The Way Forward Webcasts, with University of Toronto Professor Tiziana Casciaro. This was recorded live at our November PEO Conference. Tiziana Casciaro is a Professor of Organizational Behavior at Rotman and the holder of the Marcel Desautels Chair in Integrative Thinking at U of T. Her research explores how structural and psychological forces jointly shape behavior in organizations. Her work on organizational networks, power dynamics, change implementation, and professional networking is published in Administrative Science Quarterly, Academy of Management Journal, Management Science, Organization Science, and Harvard Business Review, and featured i...2022-01-131h 10
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon GorenNet Positive - How Courageous Companies Thrive by Giving More Than They Take with Andrew WinstonRunaway climate change and rampant inequality are ravaging the world and costing a fortune. Who will help lead us to a better future? Business.These massive dual challenges—and other profound shifts, such as pandemics, resource pressures, and shrinking biodiversity—threaten our very existence. Other mega trends, such as the push for a clean economy and the unprecedented focus on diversity and inclusion, offer exciting new opportunities to heal the world, and prosper by doing so. Government cannot do this alone. Business must step up.Sustainable business guru, Andrew Winston will explore:How...2021-12-1456 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'Humor That Works' with Humor Engineer Andrew TarvinTo achieve success and happiness in the workplace, it’s not about changing what you do, but how you do it. People who use humor at work are more productive, less stressed, and happier. In our fall opener of PEO Leadership's The Way Forward Live Webcast series, we hosted a conversation with Andrew Tarvin, humor engineer, leadership expert and author of Humor That Works. The current way of working isn’t actually working. 83% of Americans are stressed out at work, 55% a...2021-09-191h 01
CanadianSME Small Business PodcastExclusive chat with Leon GorenWith the pandemic seemingly coming to an end, employers are working hard to create a back-to-work plan that works for all. Leaders are aware that some employees are excited to get back to the office while others have embraced remote work. To complicate the issue, some employers are finding that they are losing their talent for a variety of reasons. Welcome to the latest episode of a small business podcast where I’m joined by Leon Goren, President and Chief Executive Officer of PEO Leadership, who has over 25 years of leadership experience in helping business owners and exe...2021-08-2515 min
The Deep Wealth Podcast - Unlock Your Deep Wealth—In Business and LifeThought Leader And Successful Entrepreneur Leon Goren On How A CEO Peer Group Unlocks Your Success (#66)Send us a text"It's a great day when you can leverage the wisdom and experience of individuals in the room." - Leon Goren Leon Goren believes in purposeful leadership. The type that requires us to challenge the status quo, anticipate the future, and be confident enough to step outside of our comfort zone to inspire and help those around us. His 25 years of leadership experience underscores his unique impact on the way leaders lead, learn and live, and his ability to understand their needs and challenges. As the owner and CEO of PEO Leadership, ...2021-08-0349 minSnippets with Leon GorenThe Future of Cannabis-Infused Beverages and Addressing Generational Gaps with truss beverages' Scott CooperScott Cooper made the move a year ago from Molson Coors to the start up, truss beverages, to reimagine what the cannabis market could look like. An experienced business leader, marketer and innovator with a track record of breathing new life into businesses & brands and unlocking new opportunities, Scott brings great insight into his new chosen path and what kinds of generational opportunities and limitations he faces in changing the landscape of cannabis-infused beverages. If you’re interested in one of our The Way Forward live webcasts, please visit https://peo-leadership.com/. Please reach out to Kelly Ma...2021-06-2712 minSnippets with Leon GorenLabour and Employment Lawyer on Vaccine Mandates and Back to Work Polices: Michael Sherrard of Sherrard KuzzLeon sits down with Michael Sherrard, recognized as one of Canada’s leading employment and labour lawyers, to talk about the return to work, both in terms of legal mandates but also social and moral ones: how do we best support our employees health and safety, while seeking to build company connection? Michael also wades into the murky waters of vaccine mandates and whether or not such measures are needed or legally possible. Acclaimed for his broad range of expertise and strategic excellence, Chambers Global® says “Michael draws praise for satisfying the needs of even the most demanding clients...2021-06-2714 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'The Invisible Leader' with Zach MercurioResearch consistently finds that purpose may be the most powerful influencer of our behaviours, attitudes, and motivation in organizations, work, school, and life. Yet despite the increasing evidence of purpose’s power, many of the organizations, systems, and institutions which dominate human life aren’t built to elicit and leverage the fundamental human search for purpose and meaning. Zach Mercurio, a purposeful leadership expert and author of The Invisible Leader, joined The Way Forward webcast to help us figure out just these problems. In The Invisible Leader: Transform Your Life, Work, and Organ...2021-06-2058 minSnippets with Leon GorenBig Predictions for Retail with the Visionary Les Mandelbaum, CEO of UmbraLes Mandelbaum, CEO of Umbra and long-time member of PEO Leadership has not only been predicting the reinvention of the retail industry, he and his global team have been executing their vision of a digital economy for many years. Umbra has transformed itself from a primarily retail-driven platform to one of the world’s leading houseware companies with e-commerce accounting for more than 50% of their overall sales. An incredible story of a company reinventing itself, listen to Les as we speak about the future of retail, the hybrid workforce, and the pressure to increase prices. If you’re int...2021-05-3016 minSnippets with Leon GorenThe End of Combustion Vehicles with Novx Systems' Keith BeckleyKeith Beckley, CEO of Novx Systems, long-time member of PEO Leadership, physicist, engineer and climate activist, talks passionately about his “night gig” – following the EV industry. Keith took delivery of the 2nd Tesla Model S in Canada and spends his nights actively learning everything about EVs and the energy industry. Thinking about purchasing a new or used combustion engine vehicle in the coming months? Be sure to listen to this interview. If you’re interested in one of our The Way Forward live webcasts, please visit https://peo-leadership.com/. Please reach out to Kelly May kmay@peo-leadership.com ...2021-05-3016 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'Digital Body Language' with Erica DhawanHumans rely on body language to connect and build trust, but with most of our communication happening from behind a screen, traditional body language signals are no longer visible - or are they? Erica Dhawan, the world's leading authority on 21st century Collaboration and Connectional Intelligence, joined the Way Forward webcasts to bring key insights to our PEO audience. In her new book,Digital Body Language, she combines cutting edge research with engaging storytelling to decode the new signals and cues that have replaced traditional body language across genders, generations, and culture. In real life, w...2021-05-3057 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'The Psychology of Money' with Morgan HouselDoing well with money isn't necessarily about what you know. It's about how you behave. And behaviour is hard to teach, even to really smart people. Listen to PEO Leadership's The Way Forward Live Webcast 's conversation with Morgan Housel, award winning columnist, financial behaviour expert and author of The Psychology of Money. Money - investing, personal finance, and business decisions - is typically taught as a math-based field, where data and formulas tell us exactly what to do. But in the real world people don't make financial decisions on a spreadsheet. They m...2021-05-171h 02
Small Business DigestSmall Business Digest - Angela Civitella & Leon GorenAngela Civitella shares her thoughts on 9 Lessons for Leadership Success No One Teaches You About. Nationally known consultant to leaders across the boardsLeon Goren - It is now more important than ever, that we dig deeper and rely on our ‘mental edge’,” explains Leon Goren, president and chief executive officer of PEO Leadership. He talks about preparing and participating in the coming economic explorion.2021-05-041h 00Snippets with Leon GorenAll in the Family with Goemans Appliances' with Jason GoemansWhat is it like to work in the family business? How do you make it your own and work with confidence and autonomy? Jason Goemans of Goemans Appliances joins Leon to talk about how his mentor and father, the late and great Tony Goemans, enabled him to succeed in his role. Jason also discusses how his business has adapted and grown tremendously amidst a real estate boom. https://www.goemans.com/home/If you’re interested in one of our The Way Forward live webcasts, please visit https://peo-leadership.com/. Please reach out to Kelly May...2021-04-2516 minSnippets with Leon GorenTips for Recruiting Top Candidates and Keeping Employees Around with Stafflink Solutions' Tim CollinsMaster cyclist and longtime PEO member, Tim Collins, joins Leon Goren on the Snippets podcast to talk about the world of recruiting - now in the period of looking beyond the pandemic. Tim is the CEO and founder of Stafflink is a boutique IT staffing company in Toronto, Canada, which helps companies hire mobile web developers, project managers, data analysts and IT staff.If you’re interested in one of our The Way Forward live webcasts, please visit https://peo-leadership.com/. Please reach out to Kelly May kmay@peo-leadership.com If you’d like to li...2021-04-2513 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'Diversity and Inclusion Frameworks' with Kim Scott and Trier BryantWe - all of us - consistently exclude, underestimate, and underutilize huge numbers of people in the workforce even as we include, overestimate, and promote others, often beyond their level of competence. Not only is this immoral and unjust, it's bad for business. In a hugely impactful webcast with Kim Scott, leadership expert and author of Radical Candor, and Trier Bryant, diversity and inclusion expert, Leon Goren asked them about how a leader can use these teachings to change the culture of a workplace. Using examples and learnings from Kim's new book, Just Work: Get Sh*t Done, Fast...2021-04-251h 03Snippets with Leon GorenFrom a Multinational to the Canadian Marketplace with GNI's Bill MaginasLeon Goren speaks with GNI's CEO, Bill Maginas, who made the transition in the fall of 2020 from the large multinational Johnson Controls to the Canadian firm, Great Northern Insulation. Bill discusses the challenges and opportunities of making the switch and what his experience has been working with fewer resources and bringing new employees onboard. If you’re interested in one of our The Way Forward live webcasts, please visit https://peo-leadership.com/. Please reach out to Kelly May kmay@peo-leadership.com If you’d like to listen to some of our past webcasts, we have record...2021-03-2813 minSnippets with Leon GorenLaunching a Bold Marketing Strategy for Post-COVID Life with Church + State's Robin WhalenPresident & CEO of Church + State, Robin Whalen, joins Leon to talk about the past year in her business and how companies are differentiating themselves by moving past marketing cliches and offering their customers a clear vision and set of values. If you’re interested in one of our The Way Forward live webcasts, please visit https://peo-leadership.com/. Please reach out to Kelly May kmay@peo-leadership.com If you’d like to listen to some of our past webcasts, we have recordings on our COVID-19 resource page (https://peo-leadership.com/covid-19-resource-centre/). Guests have included Unive...2021-03-2815 min
The Way Forward Webcasts with Leon Goren'The Art of Impossible' with Steven KotlerIn a conversation with New York Times bestselling author and peak performance expert, Steven Kotler, on his new book, The Art Of Impossible, Leon Goren speaks with Steven about what he has learned from studying how people pull off the impossible in every domain imaginable: sports, science, technology, business, art, music, culture, etc. Building on his research and cutting-edge neuroscience, he has systematized an easy-to-follow how-to format that anyone can use to significantly improve their lives and their performance. Find out what it takes to accomplish the impossible, to shatter our limitations, exceed our expectations...2021-03-241h 03