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The Future Of Less Work
Which Meetings Should We Stop Having with Rebecca Hinds
Why do meetings feel like the place where work goes to die—and what would it take to finally fix them?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Dr. Rebecca Hinds, organizational researcher, founder of Asana’s Work Innovation Lab, founder of the Work AI Institute at Glean, and author of Your Best Meeting Ever, to unpack why meetings became one of the most broken systems in modern organizations.Together, Nirit and Rebecca explore why organizations default to meetings even when asynchronous tools exist, how unclear communication norm...
2026-02-03
30 min
The Future Of Less Work
What Humans Are Still Needed For When AI Is Used with Tim Sanders
What happens when AI agents stop assisting work and start reshaping how value moves through an organization? And what does that mean for people, roles, and leadership when velocity matters more than productivity?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Tim Sanders, Chief Innovation Officer at G2, to explore how agentic AI is changing the very mechanics of work. Drawing on G2’s large-scale enterprise data and Tim’s experience across platforms like Upwork, the conversation moves beyond hype to examine what’s actually happening inside organizations adopting AI agents...
2026-01-27
37 min
The Future Of Less Work
What Do Workers Actually Want In A World Of AI with Becky Frankiewicz
What if the biggest signals about the future of work aren’t coming from boardrooms or technology labs but from workers themselves? ManpowerGroup’s 2026 Global Talent Barometer reveals a global workforce that feels confident in its skills, uneasy about AI, eager for stability, and increasingly determined to reshape the role work plays in their lives.In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Becky Frankiewicz, President & Chief Strategy Officer at ManpowerGroup, to explore what this data means for organizations, leaders, and anyone navigating their career in a year shaped by rapid tec...
2026-01-20
37 min
The Future Of Less Work
How Do You Build Strategy When You Can’t Predict the Future with Arjan Singh
What happens when competitive advantage no longer comes from having the right plan, but from how quickly you can adapt when the plan stops working?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Arjan Singh, author of Competitive Success, to explore what strategy looks like in a world defined by uncertainty, AI, and constant disruption. As organizations move away from long-term planning cycles, the conversation reframes strategy as a living capability rather than a static document. Together, Nirit and Arjan unpack why traditional planning assumptions collapse in volatile...
2026-01-13
32 min
The Future Of Less Work
Where AI Stops Working In Manufacturing Industry with Shin Nakamura
What happens when artificial intelligence meets work that can’t be fully documented, standardized, or abstracted? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Shin Nakamura, President of ONE to ONE Holdings, to explore the limits of AI through the lens of manufacturing. Drawing on his experience leading factories across Japan and Vietnam, Shin offers a grounded view of why much of today’s work still depends on human judgment, cultural context, and knowledge that lives in people rather than systems. The conversation moves beyond the...
2026-01-06
24 min
The Future Of Less Work
Leading with Heart: The Most Underrated Skill in Business with Claude Silver
What if the most important skill for the future of work isn’t technical or strategic—but human?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Claude Silver, the world’s first Chief Heart Officer and No. 2 executive at VaynerX, to explore what it really means to lead with heart. As the right hand to Gary Vaynerchuk, Claude has built a culture where empathy, belonging, and authenticity are not soft skills—they’re strategic advantages.Together, Nirit and Claude unpack how workplaces can scale humanity, how leaders can create belonging...
2025-12-16
29 min
The Future Of Less Work
What Makes Us Human In An AI World with Joe Hart and Matt Britton
As AI takes on not just what we do, but how we decide, create, and communicate — the question becomes how deeply we’ll remember what makes us human?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Joe Hart, CEO of Dale Carnegie, and Matt Britton, CEO of Suzy and author of Generation AI, to explore how people can future-proof themselves in an AI-driven world. Together, they unpack what happens as AI redefines work—from the end of the knowledge economy to the rise of new “co-creation” roles where humans and machines w...
2025-12-09
28 min
The Future Of Less Work
How AI Is Rebuilding Work Around People with Rakshit Ghura
What happens when AI stops automating tasks and starts redesigning the workplace itself? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Rakshit Ghura, Vice President and General Manager of Digital Workplace Solutions at Lenovo, to explore the bold ideas behind Lenovo’s Work Reborn research. Rakshit explains why most companies are still stuck digitizing old habits, even though nearly every organization claims to be transforming.Together, Nirit and Rakshit unpack the shift to hyper-personalization—how AI analyzes work patterns, digital friction, focus time, and preferre...
2025-12-02
29 min
The Future Of Less Work
How is AI transforming the finance function with Tom Shea
Finance has always been about precision, proof, and trust — qualities now being redefined in the age of AI. According to OneStream’s new AI Pulse Report, three out of four CFOs are leading enterprise AI strategy, yet only a third have managed to scale it successfully. So what happens when the people who once managed numbers begin managing intelligence?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Tom Shea, CEO of OneStream, to explore how AI is transforming finance — and, with it, the future of work. Tom shares why CFOs are uniquely...
2025-11-25
34 min
The Future Of Less Work
Why AI Makes Leadership Harder with Dr. Kirsti Samuels
What happens when AI doesn’t just do our work—but starts shaping how we think?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Dr. Kirsti Samuels—founder and CEO of KS Insight and Adjunct Professor at Columbia University—to unpack the overlooked risks AI poses to leadership and culture. From standardized thinking to conflict avoidance, the conversation challenges the idea that AI is an innovation partner—and asks what we lose when tools reward consensus, speed, and surface-level answers.Drawing on her work with heads of state, rebel leaders...
2025-11-18
37 min
The Future Of Less Work
What are the Human Skills in an AI World with Tatyana Mamut
As AI becomes capable of doing not just the work of our hands but also the thinking of our minds, one question looms large: what remains uniquely human?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Dr. Tatyana Mamut — economic anthropologist and CEO of Wayfound — to explore the human value add in the age of AI. Together, they unpack how judgment, taste, trust, and relationships form the foundation of real value at work, and why replacing people with agents can strip away the very essence that makes an organization thri...
2025-11-10
35 min
U.S. Manufacturing Today
Redefining Flexibility in U.S. Manufacturing with Nirit Cohen
This episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, powered by Veryable, delves into the challenges and future of the American manufacturing workforce with guest Nirit Cohen. Cohen, a thought leader and Forbes contributor, discusses the evolution of hourly and shift work, the impact of COVID-19 on work models, and the growing demand for workplace flexibility. The conversation addresses how manufacturers can adapt to these changes, the role of AI and automation, and strategies for attracting and retaining a diverse talent pool. Cohen emphasizes the importance of breaking traditional molds, piloting flexible work models, and understanding the unique needs of the...
2025-11-04
35 min
The Future Of Less Work
The 6 Questions Every Leader Should Ask Themselves with Margaret C. Andrews
What if the best leadership training isn’t about managing others but about managing yourself?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Margaret Andrews, founder of the MYLO Center and author of Manage Yourself to Lead Others, to flip the traditional leadership script. Based on the most popular executive development program at Harvard, Margaret’s approach doesn’t start with people management frameworks or org charts—it starts with self-awareness.Together, Nirit and Margaret unpack why the future of leadership depends on understanding the stories we tell...
2025-11-04
29 min
The Future Of Less Work
Why Most AI Strategies Fail And How to Fix Them with Mary Alice Vuicic
Most organizations say they want to adopt AI. But very few are doing what it takes to actually change how work gets done. In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Mary Alice Vuicic, Chief People Officer at Thomson Reuters, to unpack what real AI transformation looks like inside a global organization—and why so many companies are missing the $19,000 per person productivity opportunity AI puts on the table. Mary Alice shares how her team moved from pilots to full-scale adoption across a global workfor...
2025-10-28
29 min
The Future Of Less Work
How to Scale AI Across an Enterprise with Anant Adya
What separates companies still experimenting with AI from those reinventing how work gets done? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Anant Adya—Executive Vice President and Head of Cloud, Infrastructure and Security Services at Infosys—to explore what it really takes to embed AI into the operating fabric of work. As one of the leaders behind Infosys’ internal AI-first transformation and hundreds of enterprise deployments, Anant brings a front-row perspective to the mindset shift companies must make. Together, Nirit and Anant unpack why scaling...
2025-10-21
27 min
The Future Of Less Work
How AI Will Transform Collaboration at Work with Anurag Dhingra
What happens when AI becomes your teammate—not just your tool? How Will AI Transform Collaboration at Work?In this special live episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Anurag Dhingra, Cisco’s Senior Vice President and General Manager of Enterprise Connectivity and Collaboration, at #WebexOne in San Diego to explore how the workplace is being re-engineered for the age of AI.Anurag shares Cisco’s vision for distance zero—a world where technology erases barriers of time and space, connecting people seamlessly across t...
2025-10-16
19 min
The Future Of Less Work
Skills for Jobs without a College Degree with Steve Preston
What happens when young people step into the workforce and find only closed doors—too little experience, too few opportunities, and too many barriers outside their control? Is Gen Z really “unmotivated,” or is the system failing to connect them to the future of work?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Steve Preston, President and CEO of Goodwill Industries International, to explore what it takes to close the opportunity gap. Together, they unpack why youth unemployment is 2.5 times higher than average, why nearly half of young job seekers feel l...
2025-10-14
26 min
The Future Of Less Work
Are Knowledge Jobs Dying with Pratap Khedkar
What happens when AI can analyze, draft, and even advise—doing much of what knowledge workers have always done? Are knowledge jobs dying, or are they evolving into something new?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Pratap Khedkar, CEO of ZS, to explore how consulting—the profession built on knowledge—navigates an AI-first world. With a PhD in AI and decades advising global companies in healthcare, Pratap has a front-row seat to how the very definition of knowledge work is being reshaped.Together, Nirit and Pratap unpack w...
2025-10-07
32 min
The Future Of Less Work
How AI Will Transform Jobs, Skills, and Leadership with Jeetu Patel
What happens when 8 billion people suddenly have the productive capacity of 80 billion?In this special live episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Jeetu Patel, Cisco’s President and Chief Product Officer, at #WebexOne in San Diego to explore what the AI-powered workplace means for leaders, employees, and the future of collaboration.Jeetu unpacks why “distance zero” is the new frontier of work—erasing barriers between people wherever they are—and why creativity and human connection remain central even as AI agents become digital teammates. He explains why unlear...
2025-10-06
23 min
The Future Of Less Work
How Should HR Enable AI with Jacqui Canney
What if AI wasn’t a tech transformation—but a people transformation? What happens when you redesign HR with a product mindset, reimagine productivity as time to reinvest, and treat AI not as a replacement—but as a readiness engine?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Jacqui Canney, Chief People and AI Enablement Officer at ServiceNow, to explore how one of the most ambitious talent transformations in enterprise tech is unfolding—from the inside out.Together, they unpack how to scale AI fluency across 27,000 employees, why eliminating...
2025-09-30
28 min
SWR Kultur lesenswert - Literatur
Nirit Sommerfeld: Beduinenmilch
Ein Café in Chemnitz: Julius im Schocken Die Eingangshalle im Chemnitzer Museum für Archäologie. Geradezu die Kassen und der Zugang zu den Sammlungen, links das Café Julius. Cafébesitzerin Nirit Sommerfeld erkennt man sofort: dunkle Korkenzieherlocken, geblümte Tunika, wacher Blick. Sie ist das Zentrum dieses Ortes, strahlt eine angenehme Präsenz und Lebendigkeit aus. Eine Macherin. Für die Lesung können wir so viel, wie wir wollen. Dann machen wir ja wieder die Tische so hin und so weiter. Quelle: Nirit Sommerfeld - Beduinenmilch Tischerücken. Kaffee holen. Hinsetzen. Und schon ist man mitten...
2025-09-26
07 min
The Future Of Less Work
How Can AI Transform Learning And Development with Leslie Kelley
What happens when organizations say upskilling is a priority—yet fail to deliver beyond day one? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Leslie Kelley, Chief Growth Officer at Absorb Software, to explore why traditional upskilling isn’t cutting it—and what smarter, business-aligned learning looks like. Drawing on findings from Absorb’s new State of Upskilling 2025 report, Leslie explains why only 44% of companies offer training at onboarding, fewer than 10% continue when business needs shift, and why ownership of learning remains so fragmented. Together, Nir...
2025-09-25
31 min
The Future Of Less Work
Becoming The Manager Your People Need You To Be with Sabina Nawaz
What if pressure—not power—is what derails managers? And what if the key to great leadership isn’t more tools or authority, but a willingness to change yourself before trying to change others?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Sabina Nawaz, global executive coach and author of You're the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need), to explore the invisible forces that make or break managers.Drawing on over 12,000 pages of 360° feedback from executives at Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and more, S...
2025-09-23
30 min
The Future Of Less Work
How Can AI Help Teams Work Better Together with Sanchan Saxena
What happens when the tools we use to work stop being background apps—and start becoming the very space where work lives? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Sanchan S. Saxena, Head of Product for Atlassian’s Teamwork Collection (including Jira, Confluence, and Loom), to explore how the digital workplace is evolving into the new office—and what that means for collaboration, leadership, and productivity. Sanchan shares a vision where the browser becomes a central workspace, agents work alongside humans, and asynchronous communicatio...
2025-09-18
35 min
The Future Of Less Work
Can Companies Use On-Demand Teams Instead Of Employees with Krishna Vardhan Reddy
What if the future of work isn’t about hiring more people—but about building smarter systems that scale on demand? What happens when cloud-based teams replace org charts, and companies optimize for outcomes instead of headcount? Can companies using on-demand teams instead of employees?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Krishna Vardhan Reddy, founder and CEO of AiDOOS, to explore the seismic shift away from traditional employment toward distributed, project-based execution. Together, they dive into how organizations can unbundle work from jobs, rebuild delivery models in the...
2025-09-16
28 min
The Future Of Less Work
How Can AI Help Managers Lead Better with Dr. Matt Poepsel
What if nearly half your team felt misunderstood—and you didn’t even know it?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Dr. Matt Poepsel, behavioral scientist, leadership expert, and VP at The Predictive Index, to unpack one of the most overlooked cracks in today’s workplace: the growing gap between what leaders think their people need—and what people actually experience at work.With fresh data showing that nearly 50% of employees don’t feel understood by their manager, Matt and Nirit explore the consequences of this mi...
2025-09-11
30 min
The Future Of Less Work
How Should Leaders Accelerate Their Experiences with Dr. Paul Achleitner
What if experience isn’t what it used to be—but still exactly what we need? In a world where the rules change faster than we can accumulate wisdom, how do we lead when the past is no longer a reliable playbook? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Dr. Paul Achleitner—former CFO of Allianz, Supervisory Board Chair of Deutsche Bank, and author of Accelerate Your Experience—to explore how leadership must evolve when expertise alone won’t cut it.From leading by asking questions to emb...
2025-09-09
29 min
The Future Of Less Work
How To Make Sure Your Resume Is Getting Seen with Volen Vulkov
Resumes aren’t dead. But they’re no longer what they used to be.In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Volen Volkov, co-founder of Enhancv, to explore how AI is transforming self-presentation in a hiring market that’s more automated, competitive, and algorithm-driven than ever.With over 45% of resumes now AI-generated, and tailoring down by 27%, job seekers are caught between speed and substance—while employers rely on applicant tracking systems (ATS) that may never even surface their applications. Volen and Nirit unpack what’s happening on both sides of...
2025-09-04
33 min
The Future Of Less Work
What Makes a Manager Great in the Future Of Work with Jennifer Dulski
What happens when AI takes over the tasks—but connection, trust, and leadership are still what hold teams together? What if the biggest differentiator in the future of work isn’t technical skills or automation—but the people leading other people?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Jennifer Dulski, CEO of Rising Team and longtime tech leader at Google, Meta, and Change.org, to explore what leadership looks like when the work itself is changing.From the rise of soft skills to the risk of out...
2025-09-02
33 min
The Future Of Less Work
AI Is Taking Over Job Applications with Adam Stafford
What happens when job seekers have bots applying for thousands of roles—and employers can no longer tell what’s real?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Adam Stafford, CEO of Recruitics, to explore how AI is rewriting the rules of talent acquisition. From bot-to-bot job applications to AI recruiters holding first interviews, hiring has become noisier, faster—and more confusing than ever.Together, Nirit and Adam unpack why the old ways of finding talent are collapsing, why job boards may be losing their edge, and how leadin...
2025-08-28
39 min
The Future Of Less Work
How To Get Promoted Working Remotely with Lorraine K. Lee
When the workplace stopped being a place, presence stopped being physical. But that didn’t make it any less important—it made it essential.In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Lorraine K. Lee, bestselling author of Unforgettable Presence and former LinkedIn editor, to unpack how professionals can thrive in a world where digital impressions often matter more than physical ones.Together, they explore how to get noticed without burning out, how to build influence in hybrid and remote settings, and why your video presence, Slack updates, and Linked...
2025-08-26
26 min
The Future Of Less Work
How To Handle Disagreements At Work with Justin Jones-Fosu
What happens when the future of work demands not just new skills—but new muscles for conflict, tension, and trust? What if your ability to disagree well is what sets you apart in an AI-powered world? How should you handle disagreements at work?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Justin Jones-Fosu, CEO of Work. Meaningful. and author of I Respectfully Disagree, to explore how respectful disagreement is emerging as a core leadership skill.Together, they unpack why “culture fit” may be an outdated hiring filter, how over-agreeable...
2025-08-19
28 min
The Future Of Less Work
How To Deal With Awkward Moments At Work with Henna Pryor
What if the skill most missing from the modern workplace isn’t technical at all—but social? And what if our discomfort is actually the secret to our success?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Henna Pryor—workplace performance expert, Inc. columnist, and author of Good Awkward—to unpack why relational discomfort has quietly become one of the biggest blockers to trust, collaboration, and innovation at work.Drawing on new national research, Henna shares that 30% of employees would rather clean a toilet than ask for help—a sta...
2025-08-12
32 min
The Future Of Less Work
Leaders Can Make Any Job Meaningful with Wes Adams and Tamara Myles
What if meaning isn’t something you find in your job—but something you can create in any role, on any team, starting today?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Wes Adams and Tamara Myles, authors of Meaningful Work and researchers at the University of Pennsylvania, to explore what it takes to unlock motivation in a world where paychecks alone aren’t enough.Together, they unpack what really makes work feel worth doing—and why nearly 50% of our experience of meaning at work comes down to what leaders d...
2025-08-07
25 min
Career Blast in a Half
The Future of Work > Less Work | Nirit Cohen
The Future of Less Work—And the Executive Edge AI Can’t Replace | Nirit Cohen You’ve been told: “Work smarter, not harder.” But Executives are waking up to a harsh reality: AI is cheap. Fast. Scalable. And it’s replacing parts of your job that made your title impressive. Nirit Cohen saw this coming. As a former Intel exec, Forbes columnist, and Future of Work Strategist, she’s been tracking the trends most leaders are just waking up to. Her take is clear: The future isn’t m...
2025-08-06
35 min
The Future Of Less Work
How Is AI Changing People Management with Kyle Forrest
Why are entry-level jobs disappearing—just as companies claim they can't find qualified talent? How can managers lead in a world where AI handles the tasks but not the people? And what happens when employees want stability while leadership pushes for agility?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Kyle Forrest, Principal at Deloitte Consulting and U.S. Future of HR Leader, to unpack some of the biggest contradictions shaping work today.Drawing on insights from Deloitte’s 2025 Global Human Capital Trends Report, they explore the growing experience...
2025-08-05
32 min
The Future Of Less Work
The truth about productivity tracking tools with Sam Naficy
What if productivity wasn’t just about how much people worked—but how they worked, who they collaborated with, and whether they were truly engaged?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Sam Naficy, CEO of Prodoscore, to explore the evolving science—and ethics—of measuring work.As more organizations embrace hybrid, digital, and AI-enhanced models, the old ways of tracking productivity are falling apart. Sam shares what live behavioral data from over 14,000 employees reveals about real-world performance, collaboration, burnout, and even AI’s impact on output. Together, they...
2025-07-29
34 min
The Future Of Less Work
How to fix broken DEI programs with Dr. Flannery Stevens
DEI programs are under fire. Political pushback, budget cuts, and employee fatigue have left many organizations scaling back or quietly rebranding their diversity efforts. But what if the problem isn’t DEI itself—what if it’s the way we’ve been doing it? Why DEI training isn’t working anymore?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen speaks with Dr. Flannery Stevens, Associate Professor at Villanova School of Business and coauthor of a powerful Harvard Business Review article challenging outdated DEI models. Together, they ask the hard questions: What does inclusion really mean in a wo...
2025-07-24
30 min
The Future Of Less Work
How Voice AI Will Change Your Job with Punit Singh Soni
What happens when AI becomes so ambient, so invisible, that it disappears into the background of work—while quietly transforming everything? How does voice AI change jobs? Can technology finally deliver on its promise to make work more human?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Punit Singh Soni, former Google executive and founder of Suki, a company reimagining healthcare through voice-enabled AI. But this isn’t just a healthcare story—it’s a blueprint for how every profession could evolve when administrative work is offloaded and human connection takes center s...
2025-07-22
29 min
The Future Of Less Work
How to Build Trust and Culture In The Future Of Work with Amanda Schneider
What happens when the next generation enters the workforce without ever knowing the “old way”—and starts reshaping work not by accident, but by design? What if Gen Z isn’t the problem, but the prototype?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Amanda Schneider, founder of ThinkLab, the research division of Interior Design Magazine, to explore how digital-first workers are challenging our assumptions about space, trust, and connection.From the rise of the “phygital” workplace to the trust gap shaping hybrid work, Amanda offers a design-forward lens on what it ta...
2025-07-15
23 min
The Future Of Less Work
How voice is replacing the keyboard at work with Josh Blalock
Will voice replace the keyboard at work? How will AI and voice technology change how we work?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Josh Blalock, Chief Evangelist at Jabra, to explore a future where conversation becomes the interface. From AI-powered noise-canceling to real-time voice translation, Josh shares how voice and smart audio are unlocking a new way to work—one that’s more natural, inclusive, and connected across distance, time, and even language.They dive into why voice is more than just a productivity hack, how it l...
2025-07-09
26 min
The Future Of Less Work
Is Traditional Employment Going Away with Deborah Perry Piscione
What happens when employment itself is declared obsolete—and a new model emerges, powered by AI, decentralized by design, and built around human value instead of job titles? Is traditional employment going away?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Deborah Perry Piscione, cofounder of the Work3 Institute and coauthor of Employment Is Dead, to explore what comes next when the employer-employee model no longer fits the world we live in.From blockchain-based compensation to decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) and the rise of billion-dollar companies with no employee...
2025-07-01
24 min
The Future Of Less Work
What Should an AI Policy in Organizations Include with Rich Veldran
What if the biggest barrier to AI success at work isn’t the technology—but the disconnect between how leaders think it’s being used and what’s actually happening on the ground?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Rich Veldran, CEO of GoTo, to unpack new research revealing a striking misalignment: while 87% of IT leaders believe employees understand AI, 82% of employees say they don’t. And more than half admit to using AI for high-stakes tasks they probably shouldn’t.Together, they explore how this gap emerged, wha...
2025-06-26
31 min
The Future Of Less Work
What Is AI at Enterprise Scale with Dan Priest
What does enterprise AI transformation look like? What does it really take to move beyond AI experiments and transform an entire enterprise? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Dan Priest, Chief AI Officer at PwC US, to explore what happens when AI shifts from isolated use cases to a strategy for growth, innovation, and trust.Drawing on insights from PwC’s latest AI Jobs Barometer, Nirit and Dan unpack how AI is reshaping business models, job design, and the skills we need to thrive. They explore why enterprise AI transf...
2025-06-24
32 min
The Future Of Less Work
Why Are We Still Working After Hours and What Can We Do About It with Alexia Cambon
What if our biggest workplace problem isn’t the volume of work—but the way our day is designed? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Alexia Cambon, Head of Research for Copilot and the Future of Work at Microsoft, to explore groundbreaking new data from Microsoft 365.Based on trillions of productivity signals—from emails and meetings to chats and app usage—Microsoft’s latest Work Trend Index reveals a sobering truth: today’s workday is infinite. We’re logging in before sunrise, chatting after dinner, and scrambling in a culture of last-m...
2025-06-17
31 min
The Future Of Less Work
How to improve performance by managing energy not time with Andrew Deutscher
What if performance at work isn’t just about time, effort, or even skill—but energy?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Andrew Deutscher, founder of Regenerate and former VP at The Energy Project, to explore why the way we measure and manage performance is broken—and what it takes to fix it.From redefining energy as a business construct to designing teams and systems that replenish rather than deplete, Andrew unpacks why organizations that treat energy as a core resource—not a wellness perk—will outperform thos...
2025-06-12
41 min
The Future Of Less Work
How Is AI Changing Creative Jobs with Stacy Pavlyshyna and Roman Sevast
What happens when freelance work gets rebuilt from the ground up—with AI at the core, output as the metric, and community replacing isolation?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Stacy Pavlyshyna and Roman Sevast, co-founders of Awesomic, to explore how they’re redesigning the infrastructure of creative work. From AI-powered talent matching to subscription-based design services and micro-iteration workflows, they’re challenging everything we thought we knew about freelancing, teams, and trust.Stacy and Roman share why they believe hours worked shouldn’t define value, how freelanc...
2025-06-10
31 min
The Future Of Less Work
What Causes Angst at Work with Dr. Erin Eatough and Dr. Shonna Waters
What if the biggest risk to your organization isn’t burnout, disengagement, or even AI disruption—but a deeper, unnamed sense that something’s off?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Dr. Erin Eatough and Dr. Shonna Waters, co-founders of Fractional Insights, to unpack the rising levels of workplace angst—a leading indicator of underperformance, turnover, and apathy that traditional engagement metrics fail to capture.Together, they introduce the Angst Index, a framework grounded in organizational psychology and data, and explore how unmet human needs—security, significance...
2025-06-05
33 min
The Future Of Less Work
How to Design Successful DEI Programs with Siri Chilazi
What if fairness at work wasn’t just a value—but a system design challenge? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Siri Chilazi, researcher at Harvard Kennedy School and co-author of Make Work Fair, to explore how we move beyond performative DEI and redesign the infrastructure of work for real equity.From hiring and promotions to flexibility and team culture, Siri shares how behavioral science and process design—not mindset shifts—are the real levers for change. Together, they dive into why many well-intentioned programs fall short, what it means to mo...
2025-06-03
25 min
The Future Of Less Work
What Does a Product Operating Model Look Like with Alex Adamopoulos
What happens when you stop organizing work around timelines and tasks—and start designing it around value, outcomes, and real capability?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Alex Adamopoulos, CEO of Emergn, to explore how organizations can move from project-based to product-based models, and why that shift changes everything—from how teams are structured to how people learn.Together, they unpack why stable, cross-functional teams matter more than org charts, how to turn learning into part of the work (not a pause from it), and why training for today...
2025-05-29
28 min
The Future Of Less Work
How to Prepare Kids for Tomorrows Jobs with Hans Meeder
What happens when the most important skill for the future of work isn’t technical—but navigational? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Hans Meeder, former U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of Education and author of Preparing Tomorrow’s Workforce, to explore why career navigation may be the defining capability of our time.From middle school classrooms to mid-career reinvention, they dive into the tools we need to thrive in a world where linear career paths no longer apply. Hans shares why the “college-first” mindset is breaking down, how career-conn...
2025-05-27
28 min
The Future Of Less Work
Can video communication be authentic with Michael Litt
What happens when AI doesn't just automate tasks but transforms how we build trust, communicate, and define real work? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Michael Litt, co-founder and CEO of Vidyard, to explore the new frontier of human-AI collaboration. From AI-generated video avatars to real-time translation and agent-driven workflows, they dive into how technology is reshaping everything from sales and communication to organizational design.Michael shares how being "AI curious" is quickly becoming a core skill, why video still matters in a world of automation, and what it me...
2025-05-20
35 min
The Future Of Less Work
Offices 15 Minutes From Home with Mark Dixon
What if the office wasn’t a place, but a platform? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Mark Dixon, Founder and CEO of International Workplace Group (IWG), to unpack how hybrid work is reshaping where, and how we work. Long before “hybrid” was a buzzword, Mark saw the writing on the wall: people needed flexibility, and companies needed scalable, distributed solutions. Now, with over 4,500 coworking locations in 120+ countries, IWG is meeting that need.Together, they explore offices 15 minutes from home, why the return-to-office debate misses the point, how the rise...
2025-05-15
32 min
The Future Of Less Work
How Will AI Affect Hiring with Michael Kienle
How will AI affect hiring—and what does it mean for the future of talent?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, Michael Kienle, Global VP of Talent Acquisition at L’Oréal, joins host Nirit Cohen to explore how global companies are navigating the shifting world of work. From AI’s role in recruitment to the growing importance of soft skills and human potential, Michael shares how L’Oréal is adapting its talent strategy in response to changing expectations, evolving technology, and a new generation of workers. Together, they dive into why companies that invest eq...
2025-05-06
33 min
The Future Of Less Work
How is Technology Changing Manufacturing Jobs with Gregory Tink
How do you attract a new generation of workers to an industry often seen as old-fashioned?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, Gregory Tink, Digital Transformation Director at Schneider Electric, joins host Nirit Cohen to explore how technology, innovation, and culture shifts are reshaping the future of manufacturing. Together, they dive into how AI, automation, and digitalization are not just modernizing operations, but also making manufacturing careers appealing to Gen Z—a generation looking for impact, technology-driven roles, and meaningful work. From changing perceptions to rethinking leadership and building new pipelines through universities, this conver...
2025-04-29
33 min
The Future Of Less Work
New Language to Describe Work with Colette Stallbaumer
In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen is joined by Colette Stallbaumer, General Manager of Microsoft 365 Copilot and Co-Founder of WorkLab, for a timely conversation about how AI is reshaping the very language we use to talk about work.Together, they unpack Microsoft’s 2025 Work Trend Index, a report that doesn’t just offer predictions—it reframes how we define organizations, teams, and careers in the age of AI. From the rise of Frontier Firms and Agent Bosses, to the shift from org charts to Work Charts, to the idea of Intelligence on Tap as a new...
2025-04-23
32 min
The Future Of Less Work
How Small Changes at Work Can Make a Big Impact on Wellbeing with Delphine Donné
In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen is joined by Delphine Donné, General Manager of Personal Workspace Solutions at Logitech, for a powerful conversation about redesigning work to fit people—not the other way around.Together, they explore what happens when organizations move beyond one-size-fits-all models and co-create work environments that prioritize flexibility, wellbeing, and inclusion. From designing organizations with wellbeing in mind, to embracing flexible work as a strategic advantage, to the impact of ergonomic tools and diverse teams, this episode unpacks the small shifts that can make a big difference—and why t...
2025-04-16
27 min
The Future Of Less Work
Can AI make work more human with Kelly Jones
Can AI make work more human?What happens when the work your people used to find value in is no longer the work you need them to do?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Kelly Jones, Chief People Officer at Cisco, to discuss how AI is changing work and HR.Together they explore what it really takes to lead through a time when work is being redefined—by AI, by shifting values, and by the demand for flexibility and meaning.From rethinking leaders...
2025-04-15
25 min
The Future Of Less Work
What the Next Generation of Shift Work Really Looks Like with Silvija Martincevic
In this episode of The Future of Less Work, Deputy CEO Silvija Martincevic joins host Nirit Cohen to explore the forces reshaping the future of work for hourly and shift work. What the Next Generation of Shift Work Really Looks Like? Why More People Are Working Two Jobs – And What It Means for the Future? How microshifts are redefining flexibility, and what Gen Z really wants from work?This is a deep dive into the next generation of shift work—and why it matters for all of us.Want to dive deeper into this topic? Read Nirit’s...
2025-04-10
31 min
The Future Of Less Work
Turnover might actually be retail’s secret advantage with Giorgio Benassi
In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Giorgio Benassi, Global Talent Acquisition Director at Sephora, to unpack what it really takes to attract and retain talent in the evolving world of retail.You’ll learn:Why fewer people want retail jobs—and what’s replacing themHow flexibility can be offered without remote workWhat “gigification” of retail really looks likeHow alumni networks can help rehire better and fasterWhy we need to rethink short-term jobs as long-term talent strategiesThis is a conversation about rethinking how we design work...
2025-04-08
30 min
The Future Of Less Work
Is Being a Bit Much the Secret to Getting Promoted with Jenny Wood
In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Jenny Wood, former Google executive and author of Wild Courage, to explore what it really takes to grow your career in the evolving workplace.You’ll learn:Why being bold, direct, and even “a bit much” can be your biggest assetHow to get promoted without waiting for permissionWhat's non-promotable work—and why it’s holding your career backHow to confidently self-promote and build lasting influenceWhat traits you’ve been told to suppress that are actually superpowersThis is a must-wa...
2025-04-01
40 min
The Future Of Less Work
What the Office of the Future Really Looks Like with Peter Miscovich
What happens when the workplace becomes an orchestrated experience—one that blends technology, behavior, and place into a seamless, human-centric ecosystem?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Peter Miscovich, Executive Managing Director and Global Future of Work Leader at JLL, to explore how hybrid work is evolving beyond the “home vs. office” debate. Together, they unpack what it means to design for a hybrid work ecosystem, how AI and immersive technologies are reshaping the workplace, and why leaders must shift from mandates to mindset.Drawing from insights in...
2025-03-25
32 min
The Future Of Less Work
How to Redefine Employee Wellbeing in 2025 with Anthony Knierim
What happens when employee wellbeing moves beyond perks and benefits to become a core pillar of workplace culture? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Anthony Knierim, Managing Director, Americas at Reward Gateway | Edenred, to explore how the landscape of wellbeing is evolving—and why it’s no longer just about healthcare or gym memberships. Together, they dive into how shifting workforce demographics, shorter employee lifecycles, and the rise of the independent workforce are transforming what organizations need to offer, emphasizing the shift from traditional perks to a more integrated approach that focuses...
2025-03-18
37 min
The Future Of Less Work
Taking Control: Career Reinvention in a Changing Workplace with Jasmine Escalera
In this episode of The Future of Less Work, Dr. Jasmine Escalera and Nirit Cohen explore how careers are evolving and why taking control of your career path has never been more important. They discuss the shifting dynamics in the workplace, the impact of DEI initiatives, and the growing challenge of burnout.The conversation highlights the power of career reinvention, the role of AI in shaping work, and the importance of open dialogue between employees and management. Jasmine shares insights on how professionals can navigate change, advocate for themselves, and create opportunities that align with their values.I...
2025-03-11
29 min
The Future Of Less Work
Rethinking Employee Benefits with Jon Cooper
What if the biggest challenge your employees face isn’t just the workload—but everything outside of work? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, Nirit Cohen sits down with Jon Cooper, CEO of Overalls, to explore why traditional employee benefits are no longer enough in today’s world of constant disruption. Drawing on insights from Overalls’ 2024 Year in Review report, Jon explains why the old, one-size-fits-all benefits model no longer serves the modern workforce. From rising employee stress levels to increasingly complex life challenges, today's workers are juggling more than ever before—often during work hours. They’r...
2025-03-04
27 min
The Future Of Less Work
Why You — Not Your Employer — Must Focus On Your Own Career Development with David Fano
For decades, professionals relied on their employers to guide career growth, provide training, and ensure job stability. That era is over. In today’s workplace, if you’re not actively managing your career, you’re falling behind.In this episode of The Future of Less Work, Nirit Cohen sits down with David Fano, CEO of Teal, to discuss why career ownership is no longer optional. Whether you’re happily employed or considering your next move, waiting for your company to invest in you is a mistake.David shares why the best professionals treat their careers like a busin...
2025-02-25
38 min
Photography & Videography Workflows
Discover the Bold Future of Photography with Nirit & Amir from Pic-Time
Join the Imagen Community on Facebook to continue the discussions between episodes.In this episode of Workflows, Scott Wyden Kivowitz is joined by Nirit and Amir Karby from Pic-Time, who are revolutionizing the way photographers manage their workflow with AI-powered tools.Nirit and Amir Karby share their experiences and insights into the evolving photography industry, particularly how Pic-Time's AI tools and workflow improvements are enabling photographers to save time and focus on their creative and human-centric tasks. Their aim is to simplify the business side so photographers can focus on the art....
2025-02-19
36 min
The Future Of Less Work
The Innovation Economy: A New Era of Work with LinkedIn’s Aneesh Raman
What happens when AI, economic opportunity, and human skills collide? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, Nirit Cohen sits down with Aneesh Raman, LinkedIn’s Chief Economic Opportunity Officer, to unpack the Work Change Report and what it reveals about the evolving nature of work. From the rise of AI-driven job shifts to the increasing value of social and human-centric skills, Aneesh shares his perspective on why we’re not just moving into an AI-powered economy—but an innovation economy. He challenges the assumption that AI will simply lead to mass layoffs and instead argues that the companies t...
2025-02-18
37 min
The Future Of Less Work
What If We Could Begin Again? Rishad Tobaccowala on Rethinking Work
In a world where work is being reshaped by technology, shifting employee expectations, and the lingering effects of the pandemic, what does it really mean to rethink work?In this episode of The Future of Less Work, Nirit Cohen and Rishad Tobaccowala explore the fundamental shifts reshaping the world of work, drawing insights from Rishad’s latest book, Rethinking Work. As businesses grapple with return-to-office policies, evolving employee expectations, and the impact of AI, the conversation moves beyond surface-level debates to examine deeper structural changes. Rather than focusing on where people work, the real question is how organiza...
2025-02-10
45 min
The Future Of Less Work
The Future of Education: How AI is Transforming Critical Thinking with Dr. Marc-Oliver Gewaltig
In a world where AI can write, analyze, and even critique, what does that mean for learning, creativity, and critical thinking? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, Nirit Cohen sits down with Dr. Marc-Oliver Gewaltig, a leading expert in computational neuroscience and AI, to explore how AI is reshaping education and the way we think.Dr. Gewaltig, co-founder of Thesify.ai, challenges the common belief that AI is making learning obsolete. Instead, he argues that AI should be a collaborative partner, not a shortcut—pushing us to refine ideas, ask better questions, and rethink the very...
2025-02-04
39 min
The Future Of Less Work
Flipping the Return-to-Office Debate with SandboxAQ’s Jack Hidary
In a world where CEOs are making headlines by calling employees back to the office, is there a better way to work? In this episode of The Future of Less Work, Nirit Cohen sits down with Jack Hidary, CEO of Sandbox AQ, to explore his groundbreaking vision for leadership in today’s dynamic workplace. Jack has flipped the Return-to-Office debate on its head, suggesting it’s not employees who need to come back—it’s leaders who need to go to them.Discover how Jack’s “Three Cs” approach—Collaboration, Customer, and Community—empowers employees to thrive where they work bes...
2025-01-28
39 min
Slice of Finance
#23 - Nirit Rubenstein, CEO & Co-Founder at Dovly
Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Finance podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!Our Guest: Nirit Rubenstein, CEO & Co-Founder at Dovly.What you’ll get out of this episode:Nirit Rubenstein’s journey from the Israeli army to founding Dovly.The inspiration behind Dovly’s AI-driven approach to credit management.Insights into credit pitfalls and how Dovly supports users across diverse financial situations.Future plans for Dovly to integrate holistic financial tools using AI.To learn more about Dovly:Website: https://www.dovly.com/Linked...
2025-01-22
16 min
The Future Of Less Work
Authenticity, Connection, and the Power of Video with LinkedIn’s Catherine Fisher
In a world where work is increasingly digital and asynchronous, how we communicate and connect has never been more important—or more challenging.In this episode of The Future of Less Work, Nirit Cohen sits down with LinkedIn’s Career Expert, Catherine Fisher, to discuss the growing power of video as a tool for authentic communication, professional learning, and building relationships.Discover why video resonates more deeply than written content, how leaders and professionals alike can use it to showcase their expertise, and why imperfection and authenticity make all the difference.Catherine shares prac...
2025-01-21
24 min
The Future Of Less Work
Kind Leadership in Action: A Conversation with Ian Sandler
In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen dives into the transformative power of kind leadership with Ian Sandler, Co-Founder of Riley's Way and Chief Operating Officer at Insight Partners. Ian shares how his personal journey—honoring the legacy of his late daughter Riley—shaped his leadership philosophy and deepened his commitment to empowering young changemakers.Drawing on his dual roles—leading one of the world’s top investment firms while building a youth-driven leadership foundation—Ian challenges the myth that kindness and success are incompatible. He demonstrates how kind leadership can build trust, improv...
2025-01-14
32 min
The Future Of Less Work
Are Managers Ready for the AI Revolution in Performance Management and Skills?
In this episode of The Future of Less Work, host Nirit Cohen sits down with Doug Dennerline, CEO of Betterworks, to explore how skills are becoming the new currency of work—and why traditional performance management systems are failing to close the skills gap.Together, they discuss why outdated annual reviews persist, how AI is revolutionizing the way we validate and grow skills, and the evolving role of managers in balancing work oversight with talent development. Doug shares insights from the BetterWorks 2024 Skills Fitness Report, diving into the challenges of building a skills-based organization and the importance of e...
2025-01-07
29 min
The Future Of Less Work
The Future of Less Work Starts Here: Meet Nirit Cohen
In this debut episode of TheFutureOf [Less?] Work, host Nirit Cohen introduces herself and the driving force behind this podcast: to explore the evolving nature of work, one question at a time. Joined by long-time colleague and leadership coach Eran Stern, Nirit shares her journey from a decades-long career at Intel to becoming a recognized thought leader on the future of work. Together, they discuss why the workplace as we know it is being unbundled—by technology, shifting employee expectations, and a changing social contract. The conversation dives into the opportunities and challenges of this tra...
2024-12-30
45 min
Future Of Work Podcast
The Future of Less Work with Nirit Cohen
In this episode of The Future of Work® Podcast, we dive into the shifting landscape of modern employment with Nirit Cohen, a globally recognized HR strategist and thought leader. From redefining success and exploring the "future of less work" to tackling the challenges of hybrid workplaces and workforce transformation, Nirit brings a wealth of insight into how demographics, technology, and societal values are reshaping the workplace. What does it mean to "work less" in a world where time, productivity, and success are being reimagined? And how do organizations measure and lead when traditional metrics no l...
2024-11-19
35 min
Digital HR Leaders with David Green
Evolving Culture & Employee Experience in Fast-Growth Companies (an Interview with Nirit Peled-Muntz)
Imagine being a super user of your company's own HR technology product. Imagine all the things you could do to innovate and transform HR practices within your organisation. This episode will focus on exactly that. Celebrating HiBob's third year sponsoring the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Nirit Peled-Muntz, HiBob's Chief People Officer, to discuss how the HR challenges they faced during the company's expansive growth inspired and shaped their innovative solutions. Tune in as they discuss: The secret behind HiBob's tremendous growth from an HR...
2024-07-16
41 min
The Retail Perch
108. Interview with Nirit Cohen of WorkFutures
On this week's episode of the Retail Perch, Gary and Shekar are joined by Nirit Cohen, all the way from Israel. Nirit is an HR specialist and founder of WorkFutures. The three of them engage in a dynamic discussion with the about the future of the workforce, exploring topics such as evolving flexibility for employees and much more.
2024-06-03
43 min
Tussen Kunst en Misdaad
#5 Moeders | Nirit Peled & Jan Dirk de Jong
Documentairemaakster Nirit Peled maakte de documentaire ‘Moeders’. De documentaire gaat over de ervaringen van vier moeders met zonen in de Amsterdamse aanpak Top400. Ze koos een bijzondere vorm: ze nam de interviews met de moeders op en liet ze later door actrices lip sync naspreken. Hosts Sheralynn Adriaansz en Julius Ponten gaan in gesprek met Nirit Peled en Jan Dirk de Jong, lector Aanpak Jeugdcriminaliteit bij de Hogeschool Leiden. Jan Dirk is socioloog en criminoloog en doet onderzoek naar groepsdynamiek en (jeugd)criminaliteit, straatcultuur en de effecten van sociale achterstand (o.a. door armoede, migratie en gebrek aan inc...
2024-04-16
1h 07
The Chill Hour with Deepak Pareek
Nirit Datta on Near Death Experience Rescuing Snakes & Plastic Recycle Scam | The Chill Hour Ep. 38
On episode 38 of The Chill Hour, we feature Nirit Datta, an urban wildlife conservationist. In our conversation with Nirit Datta, we take a closer look at the world of wildlife conservation and its vital role. Nirit shares valuable insights into why promoting wildlife conservation is crucial. He also provides practical guidance on effective protest methods, and offers detailed explanations about the challenges posed by plastic pollution and climate change. Moreover, Nirit exposes instances of fraudulent activities within certain NGOs, shedding light on the need for transparency in the conservation sector. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this super informative...
2024-02-16
1h 15
PHX Founders
PHX Founders Interview with Nirit Rubenstein, Part 2
In the first part of our conversation, we learned that Nirit faces the same challenges as every other software founder. Raising capital is hard, building a customer base is hard, building a team and culture is hard. But Nirit has a trick to keeping her company steady and her eye on the prize…. her obsession with metrics.Listen to more episodes, watch video interviews, and subscribe at phxfounders.com.
2023-11-21
24 min
PHX Founders
PHX Founders interview with Nirit Rubenstein, Part 1
Nirit Rubenstein feels a deep responsibility to take care of others, but don’t think for a moment that means she’s a pushover. From training pilots in the Israeli Armed Forces, to building a new kind of credit improvement company that values people over corporations, she is relentless. Nirit is highly focused, obsessed with metrics, and deeply committed to improving the lives of others. In part 1 of our interview with her, we find out why.Listen to more episodes, watch video interviews, and subscribe at phxfounders.com.
2023-11-13
30 min
Dangerous Creatives - A Photography and Creative Business Podcast
147. Creating Something that Stands out with Pic-Time Founders Nirit and Amir
On this episode of the Dangerous Creatives Podcast, Kristin interviews the founders of Pic-Time, an innovative online photo gallery platform. Nirit and Amir walk us through their business journey and evolution and give us insight into the twists, turns, and unique intuitive moments that lead them to where they are as industry leaders in their field. They also talk about surprising joys, the photographer community, and the up-and-coming features in Pic-Time that will serve the community even further. Pic-Time was founded by Nirit and Amir, husband and wife. The company grew out of their life passions - N...
2023-11-06
1h 21
Schantall und Scharia
#11 Lili und Nirit Sommerfeld – Warum braucht es jüdische Stimmen für Frieden in Nahost?
Nirit und Lili Sommerfeld sind Mutter und Tochter, Musikerinnen und Sängerinnen, Jüdinnen und Aktivistinnen für einen gerechten Frieden in Israel und Palästina. Wie erleben die beiden und ihre Familie in Israel die aktuelle Gewalt in der Region? Wie empfinden sie das zunehmend anti-palästinensische Klima in Deutschland, das selbst vor jüdischen Friedensaktivistinnen keinen Halt macht? Welche Repressionen erleben sie persönlich? Und wie stellen sie sich einen gerechten Frieden für Israelis und Palästinenser vor? Über dies und vieles mehr sprechen Lili und Nirit Sommerfeld mit Host Fabian Goldmann. Jüdische Stimme für...
2023-10-27
1h 32
With Priscilla
Nirit Wigdor, AKA San Diego Eats
Join me as I chat with Nirit Wigdor, better known as San Diego Eats If you are an inspiring foodie, influencer, or simply want to hear all the things about her amazing and delicious career, you won't want to miss this episode! Follow: Nirit / San Diego Eats & Restaurant Social Media
2023-09-29
26 min
Minds Worth Meeting
How Can AI and Human Emotions Complement Each Other? Nirit Pisano Explains
Dr. Nirit Pisano, licensed clinical psychologist and the Chief Psychology Officer of Cognovi Labs, an award winning psychology-infused AI platform, joins host Kenny Conrade on Minds Worth Meeting to discuss several hot-button issues in AI, the workplace, and human emotions and psychology. In this episode, Nirit discusses the work she is doing at Cognovi and the company's social mission to increase emotional intelligence in our day-to-day interactions at work, the way goods and services are marketed, and more. She also dives into the importance of emotions in the workplace and tactics managers can use to create psychological s...
2023-04-26
28 min
Smart Homebuying Podcast: Formally knows as The First Time Home Buyer Podcast
500,000+ Credit Errors Disputed with Dovly & How You Can Improve Yours As Well - With Nirit Rubenstein
Introduction Nirit Rubenstein is CEO of Dovly - the first, fully automated, smart credit engine. Nirit is passionate about helping Americans maximize their credit and reach their financial goals. Outside of work, Nirit enjoys exploring the hiking trails and other natural wonders of her adopted home in Arizona. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Nirit Rubenstein If you’d like to get in touch with our guest today, click on the link below and I will send you a warm introduction: Get In Touch With Our Podcast Guest Today Find The Perfect Real Estate Agent Near Yo...
2022-11-18
24 min
Millennium Live | A Leadership & Discovery Podcast
Episode 176 | Dr. Nirit Pisano
A licensed psychologist, this #MillenniumLive guest has spent the past 20 years studying human emotions and behavior through the lens of clinical and developmental psychology. Dr. Nirit Pisano, Chief Psychology Officer at Cognovi Labs, advises the team on the emotional processes underlying individual affective expressions and collective behavioral trends. Nirit joins the podcast to share some fascinating stories of her life and career. Nirit received her B.A. in Psychology from Tufts University, graduating Summa Cum Laude with Highest Thesis Honors, and earned her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Derner Institute of Advanced...
2022-09-06
45 min
המתקצבת - ניהול כלכלי וניהול מידע אישי ועסקי
The Budget-Conscious Socialite - with Nirit Sumeruk-Abbou (Ep 36)
A fun & light episode, in English! With a very special interviewee - my sister Nirit Sumeruk-Abbou. We are very close yet so very different, so I dug a bit into areas which are so natural and easy for her (and so far from me) such as socializing in Paris and London, clothes, taking photos and instagram, and how to do all of this without spending a fortune. Nirit's instagram - https://www.instagram.com/parispopcorn/ Family Affaire - website for great kid's second hand clothes that Nirit recommends - https://www.familyaffaire.com/ Have fun...
2022-04-24
52 min
Tech'ed Up
Battling Big Tech Backlash • Author Nirit Weiss-Blatt
Author and academic, Dr. Nirit Weiss-Blatt, Ph.D, applies AI modeling to analyze large data sets of tech coverage to answer the question: Why is there a backlash gainst Big Tech and is their comms strategy working? Her first book, The Techlash and Tech Crisis Communication, chronicles how mainstream coverage of the tech industry shifted from a long period of utopianism to our current state of dystopianism."We've been over utopian, but we are clearly over-dystopian now. And we should seek a more nuanced discussion." - Dr. Nirit Weiss-BlattFind Nirit's bookFollow Niki on...
2022-04-07
27 min
The Executive Podcast
Leadership is Always a Work in Progress with Nirit Harel
Nirit Harel, A veteran of the Israeli start-up environment with 20+ years of turnaround, marketing, and management experience positioning ventures for growth, public offering, and acquisition, including MRV Communications which subsequently reached a valuation of $5B+ (NASDAQ MRVC).Nirit has extensive experience negotiating partnerships with world leaders in the European Framework Program/ Horizon 2020, winning and managing multi-year European Commission technology development bids for the world's most established and promising innovators.Nirit serves as Chair of Intergam Communications Ltd, one of Israel's most respected tech innovation and EC development consultancies. She serves as global Chair of the...
2022-01-11
26 min
The VAB Podcast
A warm welcome by VAB cofounders, Mark Hamill and David Fernández (& special guest Nirit Harel)
In this first episode of The VAB Podcast, Andrea sits down and chats with Mark Hamill and David Fernández about VAB's plans for 2022 and about what can we expect from this podcast series. This episode also features special guest, Nirit Harel of Impact Israel. Nirit shares with us some details about VAB's first global meet-up at Israel Innovation Journey in March 2022! Have a listen here.
2021-11-18
26 min
Uplifters
Nirit Harel shares about Impact, Innovation, Leadership and Growing a NASDAQ Company to $5B
Join us for an incredible conversation with Nirit Harel, A veteran of the Israeli start-up environment with 20+ years of turnaround, marketing, and management experience positioning ventures for growth, public offering, and acquisition, including MRV Communications which subsequently reached a valuation of $5B+ (NASDAQ MRVC). Nirit has Extensive experience negotiating partnerships with world leaders in the European Framework Program/ Horizon 2020, winning and managing multi-year European Commission technology development bids for the world's most established and promising innovators. Adam and Nirit discuss her role and being Instrumental in launching and establishing a diverse range of tech, impact, and nonprofit ventures in new...
2021-08-09
49 min
Uplifters
Nirit Harel shares about Impact, Innovation, Leadership and Growing a NASDAQ Company to $5B
Join us for an incredible conversation with Nirit Harel, A veteran of the Israeli start-up environment with 20+ years of turnaround, marketing, and management experience positioning ventures for growth, public offering, and acquisition, including MRV Communications which subsequently reached a valuation of $5B+ (NASDAQ MRVC). Nirit has Extensive experience negotiating partnerships with world leaders in the European Framework Program/ Horizon 2020, winning and managing multi-year European Commission technology development bids for the world's most established and promising innovators. Adam and Nirit discuss her role and being Instrumental in launching and establishing a diverse range of tech, impact, and nonprofit ventures in new...
2021-08-09
49 min
Business Bookshelf
Dr Nirit Weiss-Blatt - Author of "The Techlash and Tech Crisis Communication"
Episode 145 of the Dr Nirit Weiss-Blatt - Author of "The Techlash and Tech Crisis Communication". Nirit is a former Research Fellow at the University of Southern California, Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. Her specialty is in the tech news field. Nirit is the author of the book “The Techlash and Tech Crisis Communication”. This book provides an in-depth analysis of the evolution of tech journalism. The emerging tech-backlash is a story of pendulum swings: We are currently in tech-dystopianism after a long period spent in tech-utopianism. Tech companies were used to "cheerleading" coverage of produ...
2021-05-26
33 min
Innovation Files: Where Tech Meets Public Policy
How Pack Journalism and Predictable Crisis PR Responses Have Influenced the Techlash, With Nirit Weiss-Blatt
The “techlash” is a story of extreme pendulum swings—from an era in which splashy product launches earned gushing media reviews to a relentless crisis narrative in which the tech industry is viewed with harsh suspicion. How has this happened? Is it a case of pack journalism run amok, or have tech companies contributed to the narrative with predictable formulas for handling a PR crisis? Rob and Jackie discuss all this with Nirit Weiss-Blatt, a former research fellow at the University of Southern California, Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, and author of the new book The Techlash and Tech C...
2021-04-05
24 min
Immigrant Entrepreneurs
28: How the Israeli army shaped her entrepreneurial path, with Nirit Rubenstein
Immigrant Entrepreneur: Nirit Rubenstein Nirit came to the United States when she was 4 years old but she still experienced struggles as an immigrant. Her household only spoke Hebrew and she only picked up English in grade school which made it extremely difficult to connect with other classmates. She remembers her parents talking about how McDonald's was a once a month treat for them and how all of their clothes were second hand. Her dad couldn't get a job for a period of time until he finally decided to volunteer at a mechanical shop. H...
2020-12-21
30 min
Valley Business Radio
Nirit Rubenstein with Dovly
Nirit Rubenstein is CEO and Co-Founder of Dovly, a company that is reshaping the consumer credit industry with the first fully automated, intelligent, and infinitely scalable online platform for removing the errors and inaccuracies that weigh down credit scores. By using innovative technology to address an intractable problem, Dovly is putting U.S. consumers on a path to financial freedom. Connect with Nirit Rubenstein on LinkedIn, and follow Dovly on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. This show is recorded and produced in the studio of PHX.fm, the leading independent B2B online radio station and...
2020-03-05
58 min
The Founders Live Podcast
019 - Nirit Rubenstein of Dovly: Helping People Improve Their Financial Well Being
Nick Hughes is joined by Nirit Rubenstein, CEO from Phoenix AZ who is the CEO of Dovly, which is building a platform to help people improve their financial well being. Nick and Nirit have an incredibly informative conversation on the state of the personal financial industry, why it is so hard for people to improve their personal financial situation, and the solutions Dovly is bringing to the market to help! She discusses how they got started and the lessons she has learned thus far. Check it out!https://www.dovly.com/home
2020-02-02
43 min