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Comfy ChairsBONUS! Welcome to the club! Introducing the Informed Readers podcast.BONUS! Welcome to the club! Introducing the Informed Readers podcast.📚 Big opinions. Awesome books. And one shared belief: Reading makes us better leaders.Here at the comfy chairs, I've been collaborating with Stephanie Lemek with The Wounded Workforce to launch a new podcast called Informed Readers—for people who love to talk about books and think about how stories shape the way we lead, learn, and live.In our first episode, we cover a lot of ground:✔ Childhood favorites that still hold up✔ What’s on...
2025-06-0141 min
A Trauma-Informed FutureTrauma-Informed Human Resources with Stephanie LemekStill think trauma isn’t relevant to your work? Recent populations studies have shown that virtually all people have or will experience trauma in their lifetime. Whether it’s your employees, customers, or clients, individuals have experienced some form of trauma in their lives and it can impact how they interact with you and your business. In this episode of A Trauma-Informed Future, host Katie Kurtz is in conversation with career HR professional and CEO & founder of the Wounded Workforce, Stephanie Lemek. This episode shines a spotlight on the essential role of trauma-informed practices in transforming workplace culture. Stephanie high...
2025-05-2046 min
Toot or BootWhat is burnout? And why is it so prevalent in HR?Join host Stacey Nordwall and special guests Julie Turney and Stephanie Lemek for a deep dive into HR burnout - an issue that has become critical for the field.Drawing insights from Emily and Amelia Nagoski's book "Burnout," the conversation goes beyond the oversimplified notion that burnout is just feeling tired or can be fixed with a long weekend. Instead, they explore how burnout represents a biological stress cycle that needs proper completion, discussing concepts like "Human Giver Syndrome" and the unique challenges faced by HR professionals who are often expected to maintain endless empathy while managing...
2025-02-181h 12
HR MixtapeFrom Crisis to Care: The Case for Trauma Informed Cultures with Stephanie LemekIn this episode of the "HR Mixtape," host Shari Simpson welcomes Stephanie Lemek, founder and CEO of The Wounded Workforce. With over 16 years of HR experience, Stephanie discusses the importance of creating trauma-informed workplaces. She shares insights on how trauma affects employees and the critical role HR professionals play in recognizing and addressing these issues.
Key Takeaways:
Understanding Trauma: Learn about the prevalence of trauma among employees and its impact on workplace dynamics.
Self-Care for HR Professionals: Discover the significance of self-awareness and self-care for HR leaders to combat secondary trauma and compassion fatigue.
Seven Principles...
2025-02-1126 minHR MixtapeFrom Crisis to Care: The Case for Trauma Informed Cultures with Stephanie LemekIn this episode of the "HR Mixtape," host Shari Simpson welcomes Stephanie Lemek, founder and CEO of The Wounded Workforce. With over 16 years of HR experience, Stephanie discusses the importance of creating trauma-informed workplaces. She shares insights on how trauma affects employees and the critical role HR professionals play in recognizing and addressing these issues.
Key Takeaways:
Understanding Trauma: Learn about the prevalence of trauma among employees and its impact on workplace dynamics.
Self-Care for HR Professionals: Discover the significance of self-awareness and self-care for HR leaders to combat secondary trauma and compassion fatigue.
Seven Principles...
2025-02-1126 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceGrief at Work: A Conversation with Justin CliffordJoin us for a conversation with Justin Clifford, CEO of Bereave- a ground-breaking start-up dedicated to helping organizations, managers, and individuals better navigate death, loss, and grief. We talk about grief at work, Bereave's work, and how to better navigate grief at work as a leader and as someone experiencing loss.
2024-12-0439 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceNavigating the Holidays: The Good, The Bad, The UglyMany look forward to the holidays, but for many of us, they also bring a mix of stress, joy, and trauma triggers. In this special episode, we discuss how we can navigate the challenges of the holidays and focus on caring for ourselves this time of year (and beyond).
2024-11-2732 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceUnderstanding Attachment Styles at WorkJoin us for a quick discussion on Attachment styles and how they show up in the workplace. Learn more about attachment styles here and you can even take a quiz to determine your own here.
2024-11-2009 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceSpecial Edition: Post Election Self-CareWith last week's election results and the corresponding fallout, we wanted to take a break from our regular schedule programing and take a few minutes to highlight some post-election self-care practices.
2024-11-1312 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceSupporting Veterans at Work with Special Guest, Matt Poepsel, PhDAs we work to build trauma informed workplaces, it's important to acknowledge the significant and unique impact of military experiences on individuals and how they show up in the workplace. In this episode, we discuss the importance of supporting veterans and their family members in the workplace and the power of Trauma Informed practices to do just that through the whole employee journey.We are lucky to have Matt Poepsel, PhD join us to share his own journey as a veteran and talk about how we can support all veterans. Check out Matt's work on his website...
2024-11-0649 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceEquitable Everything with Special Guest, Jennifer LaurieJoin us for a powerful conversation with Jennifer Laurie, Founder of Equitable HR Guild and Chief People Officer at StartOut. Jennifer's work to create a more equitable future of work and her lived experience as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community make for an important and actionable conversation on equity in the workplace and beyond. Follow Jen on LinkedIn and find the amazing resources from Equitable HR Guild here.
2024-10-3047 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceUnderstanding Institutional Betrayal Join us for a high-level discussion of the concept of Institutional Betrayal and also how we can move to something greater- Institutional Courage. Also, make sure and check out The Center for Institutional Courage for more information and free resources.
2024-10-2322 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceCareer Transitions & Trauma: A Conversation with Career Coach, Dr. Kyle ElliottJoin us for a conversation on career transitions and how trauma shows up as we navigate these big changes! Dr. Kyle Elliot is a Trauma-Informed Career Coach. Learn more about his work on his website and LinkedIn.
2024-10-1644 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceNavigating Election Anxiety Elections and the anxiety that comes with them are top of mind- join us for a conversation about the real phenomenon that is election anxiety and what we can do to address it both organizationally and within the workplace.
2024-10-0934 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceLet's Talk Mental Health at Work with Special Guest, Melissa Doman Join us for a conversation on mental health at work with one of the leading voices on this topic- Melissa Doman, MA. Melissa is an Organizational Psychologist, Former Clinical Mental Health Therapist, and Author of Yes, You Can Talk about Mental Health at Work. If you are interested in learning more about Melissa's work and how she can support your organization, check out her website.
2024-10-0245 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceThe Power of Humor: A Conversation with Peter PhelanAlthough it might seem like a surprising topic as we look at trauma informed workplaces, humor actually plays an important role in creating more supportive cultures. Join Peter Phelan and Stephanie Lemek for a conversation about humor as a coping mechanism and a powerful tool in the workplace and beyond. You can also find more about Peter's work at VaulesCulture here.
2024-09-2544 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceTrauma Informed Communication with Proactive Conversations featuring Belma McCaffrey & Jessica BelskyWe kick off season 3 of the podcast with a conversation on the power of communication with the co-founders of Proactive Conversations, Belma McCaffrey and Jessica Belsky. Listen in to learn more about their methodology and how it can help organizations and leaders build more psychological safety in their organizations, and contribute to trauma informed cultures. We even chat about the challenges of communication around this election cycle.
2024-09-1842 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceLeveraging Neurodiversity as a Workplace Super Power : A Conversation with Rita RamakrishnanJoin us for a great conversation with Rita Ramakrishnan, ACC, ACTC, Founder of Iksana, Fractional Chief People Office, and Executive Coach, to discuss Neurodiversity in the workplace and how, with the proper support and resources, it can become a superpower.
2024-07-1035 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceJekyll & Hyde: Manipulation in the Workplace- A Conversation with Alex SeilerUnfortunately, most of us have experienced manipulation at work- a 'two-faced' colleague or a leader who takes advantage of our desire to grow and succeed. In this episode, we're joined by Chief People Officer and Start-up Advisor, Alex Seiler to dive into the Jeykll and Hydes we encounter in the workplace and a better understanding of managing manipulation at work - including checking in on our own behavior.
2024-07-0348 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceDemystifying Psychedelics: A Conversation with Steven Huang More and more research points to Psychedelics as a powerful tool when it comes to trauma recovery. Unfortunately, a lot of misconceptions also exist about the use of psychedelics. Join us for an amazing conversation with Steven Huang, Founder, Set the Setting, and Director, Social Justice at MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies). Make sure to follow Steven's work and more on his substack!
2024-06-2644 min
The Grey Areas Podcast with Kelsey DonlonHR Visionary Stephanie Lemek Gives Us the Tools to Build Trauma-Informed WorkplacesWelcome to another insightful episode of The Grey Area’s Podcast! This week, I am thrilled to sit down with Stephanie Lemek, a seasoned Culture, Talent, and HR expert with over 16 years of experience. Stephanie's journey spans from large-scale corporations to dynamic startups, where she has honed her expertise in HR, culture, and talent strategy. With a special focus on the built environment, Stephanie supports construction and engineering teams, navigating their unique challenges and rewards.Stephanie is deeply passionate about creating inclusive organizational cultures where everyone can thrive. Her research in trauma-informed workplaces is groundbreaking, helping leaders un...
2024-06-191h 02
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceThe Bounce Back Blueprint with Jen FoxJoin us for a very special episode where host and Wounded Workforce Founder & CEO, Stephanie Lemek works through live coaching using The Bounce Back Blueprint created by Jen Fox, Founder, Orgsavvy consulting.
2024-06-1951 min
The HR Sound Off Podcast ShowLet's Sound Off With Stephanie Lemek - The Wounded Workforce and HRThe brilliant Stephanie Lemek is joining me in the studio this week. Stephanie left In-house HR after spending 16 years working in various industries. Why? Like many of us who took the time to reflect on our HR careers during the pandemic, she realised corporate HR was not serving her gifts as an HR professional.
Today, Stephanie runs her own HR consultancy and spends time on a pet project she likes to call The Wounded Workforce, where she helps HR professionals recognise employees experiencing trauma by first recognising their trauma. You do not want to miss this episode.
2024-06-1745 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceHow Our Motives Can Share Our Wellbeing at Work and Beyond- A Conversation with Kelly MackinJoin us for a conversation with Kelly Mackin, CEO of Motives Met and Author of Work Life Well-Lived to talk about how our motives help us better understand how to create a work-life that best serves our overall well-being and how leaders can use the Motives Met Pathway to better understand and provide for their teams. Follow Kelly on LinkedIn, the Motives Met website, and purchase Work Life Well-Lived here.
2024-06-1244 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceSupporting Caregivers at Work: A Conversation with Jessica D. WinderJoin us for a conversation with Jessica D. Winder on caregiving at work, the realities of what employees face when needing to care give as parents and elders- the so-called sandwich generation, and what a better support system can look like in the workplace. You can also pick up a copy of Jessica's book here and her new interview course here.
2024-06-0548 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceTrauma Informed Coaching- A Conversation with Emily Golden, MCCEmily Golden is an experienced Leader and a Master Certified Coach through ICF. She is also a certified Trauma Informed Coach. She shares her experiences as a leader, coach, and parent and provides amazing insights on how to bring a more trauma informed approach to all areas of your life in our conversation. Learn more about Emily's work on her LinkedIn or her Website. You can also check out Emily's book, The New Golden Rule.
2024-05-1538 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceSeason 2 ResetWe took a little (unexpected) break during Season 2, but we are back at it! Listen in to learn why. The Trauma Informed Workplace Practitioner Certification May 29th - Self- Care and Resilience Virtual Workshop
2024-05-0804 min
Innovating Leadership: Co-Creating Our FutureS10-Ep20: Break the Cycle - The Role of Trauma-Informed LeadersGuest: Stephanie Lemek, Founder: The Wounded Workforce
Your staff are probably dealing with trauma: in the U.S. alone, 70% of adults faced at least one traumatic experience. Those experiences manifest in different ways in the workplace, from perfectionism to absenteeism. Our trauma reactions are as unique as our fingerprints.
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Being a trauma-informed leader can help your team – and, ultimately, your organization. Guest Stephanie Lemek draws on her deep experience in HR to share how to shape a trauma-informed workplace.
Here's what Stephanie and host Maureen Metcalf cover:
The ways leaders can...
2024-05-0735 min
Innovating Leadership: ShortsThe Four Principles of Trauma-Informed LeadersGuest: Stephanie Lemek, Founder: The Wounded Workforce
Up to 70% of your workforce faced at least one trauma and its aftermath. That affects their work...but leaders aren't equipped to be therapists. What can you do? In this video, Stephanie Lemek, founder of The Wounded Workforce, highlights the four things every leader can do: - Be informed - Be aware - Avoid re-traumatizing and - Actively minimize further harm. She goes into deeper detail in our full interview. You'll find it on our Podbean podcast at https://bit.ly/Trauma-Informed-Leader .
2024-05-0604 min
Remotely One - A remote work podcastStep into the Ring: Empowering Remote Teams Through Trauma-Informed Leadership with Stephanie Lemek - ep. 078Send us a textStephanie Lemek, the Founder and CEO of The Wounded Workforce, brought her extensive HR expertise and unexpected background as a boxing referee and judge delving into her profound People Relations acumem in this episode that was recorded live at the Transform HR conference in Last Vegas! Join host Kaleem Clarkson and our guests as they share valuable insights around feedback in a remote work setting. Originating from Omaha, Nebraska, and now based in Phoenix, Arizona, Stephanie discussed her corporate and startup roles, including notable research...
2024-04-1012 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceSelf-Reflection & Goal Setting Exercise for Q1If you are like me, the end of Q1 of this year snuck up on you. For this week's podcast, we walk through a quick self-reflection and goal-setting activity together. If you'd like, you can follow along and use this worksheet to work through it as well.
2024-03-2710 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceSocial Determinants of Health with Dr. Colleen Saringer Join us as Dr. Colleen Saringer, PhD, Workplace Wellness Expert chats with us about Social Determinants of Health and their relevance in the workplace and designing workplace wellness and benefits programs.
2024-03-2038 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceSocial Impact: A Conversation with Cytandra G. HooverWe are honored to have Cytandra Hoover join us for this episode as we talk about social impact and the workplace. Cytandra shares her story and unique perspective on the workplace, colored by her experiences traveling and supporting those experience crisis on a global scale. Learn more about Cytandra and her work here.
2024-03-1346 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceNavigating LayoffsUnfortunately, Layoffs have become all too common experiences, both for employees and employers. Join us for an important and insightful conversation with Lisa Frisica on how employers can better navigate layoffs and how to navigate the loss of a job as an individual.
2024-03-0650 min
Break The Wheel: An HR PodcastHow to build a Trauma-Informed Workplace to support Employee Mental Health with Stephanie Lemek | Episode 6Join our host, David Murray, on another episode of Break the Wheel, where we tackle a seldom-discussed topic in the public sphere. In this episode, David is joined by Stephanie Lemek, a former HR Executive and Founder of The Wounded Workforce. Together, they explore various aspects of the workplace, HR practices, and employee well-being.With over 16 years of HR experience, Stephanie shares valuable insights from her passion project, The Wounded Workforce, shedding light on the prevalence of workplace trauma and the critical importance of fostering safe and supportive environments. The conversation touches upon key issues such as...
2024-02-2849 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceThe Revolution of WorkJoin us for a conversation with Anessa Fike, Author of "The Revolution of Work," Founder & CEO of Fike + Co., and Fractional Chief People Office. We're talking about Anessa's experience, her new book, and how the workplace needs to change to benefit us all. You can follow Anessa on LinkedIn and apply to join the Revolution of Work Think Tank Here.
2024-02-2855 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceThe Power of Self-AcceptanceJoin us for the season 2 kick-off of the Trauma Informed Workplaces podcast to explore the power of self-acceptance and self-compassion. We talk a lot about self-awareness as a tool for improvement and growth, especially in the workplace. Self-awareness is important for us all, especially for leaders. However, without self-acceptance, self-awareness can only take us so far in our development. When coupled together, self-awareness and self-acceptance are one of the most powerful development combos. Link to the self-compassion quiz referenced in the episode here.
2024-02-0730 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceSeason One Recap: Part TwoJoin us for highlights from the second half of the season!CW: Childhood illness
2023-12-2731 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceSeason One Recap: Part OneJoin us for highlights from the first half of the season! CW- trauma, death, Covid-19 pandemic, childhood sexual abuse, sexual assault
2023-12-2032 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceCultural, Historical, & Gender Issues in Trauma Informed Workplaces with Special Guest, D'Janae RobinsonJoin our host and special guest, DEI expert and Speaker, D'Janae Robinson as we explore the final principle of trauma informed workplaces- Cultural, Historical, and Gender Issues.
2023-12-1355 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceHumility & Responsiveness as a Principle of Trauma Informed Workplaces Without humility, it is very difficult for individuals and organizations to acknowledge their errors, missteps, or different perspectives that showcase potential harm. The openness and appreciation for others ingrained in our definition of humility is key in the recognition of harm and missteps. However, humility alone is not enough. Without meaningful action and acknowledgement to correct harm, the issue remains and often festers- getting worse and creating new issues often impacting even more people. Responsiveness works hand in hand with humility to complete this trauma informed principle.Join us for a powerful overview of how...
2023-12-0617 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceTrauma Informed Leadership - A Conversation with Samreen McGregor, 'Leader Awakened' author and Executive CoachJoin us for a powerful conversation with Samreen McGregor, Executive Coach and author of "Leader Awakened", You can learn more about Samreen's work with leaders at www.turmericgroup.com and purchase her book here .
2023-11-2957 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceHandling Holiday Stress, Trauma, & BurnoutThe holiday season can be a magical time, it can also trigger stress, burnout, and even trauma responses. In our special episode, we talk about common challenges during the holiday season and how to leverage tools to cope with them.
2023-11-2221 min
Hypervigilant MindsetNavigating Trauma-Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek SPHR, MBA, CTSSImagine a workplace that runs on trust, transparency, and empathy. A place where trauma doesn't linger in shadows, but is acknowledged and addressed with understanding. That's the kind of work environment Stephanie Lemek, SPHR, MBA, CTSS, founder of the Wounded Workforce, passionately advocates for. Join us as we traverse the significant yet often overlooked realm of trauma-informed workplaces in a riveting conversation with Stephanie, where she shines a light on the prevalence of trauma and how it seeps into our professional lives.Creating a trauma-informed workplace isn't a one-size-fits-all solution, it requires adapting to unique corporate environments...
2023-11-1542 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceEmpowerment: A Principle of Trauma Informed WorkplacesBecause a lack of control or helplessness can be so tied to trauma, empowerment is one of the most important principles in creating a trauma informed workplace culture. Creating empowerment in your organization is pivotal to building a trauma informed culture and is done through the components of choice, strengths leveraged, recognition and growth.
2023-11-1528 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceCultivating Career Wellness - Conversation with Maude Moreno Join us for a conversation with Maude Moreno, Founder of Yoga and Wellness with Maude as we discuss her career journey and her commitment to wellness and well-being at work.
2023-11-0857 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceCollaboration: A Principle of Trauma Informed WorkplacesFor this week's episode, we'll be discussing collaboration as a principle of Trauma Informed Workplaces. You've probably talked a lot about collaboration at work before- but I promise, not like this. We'll be talking about talking about systems, structures and processes and power imbalances that get in the way of effective collaboration and trauma informed cultures.
2023-11-0137 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceEmpathetic Leadership, Institutional Betrayal, & Trauma Informed Workplaces - A Conversation with Katharine ManningJoin us for an amazing conversation with Katharine Manning, Author of 'The Empathetic Workplace' and President, Blackbird about her work to build trauma informed workplaces. You can learn more about Katharine's work on her website and you can purchase her book here. Katharine also shares some resources in the discussion, here is a link to those as well.
2023-10-2545 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceCommunity: A Principle of Trauma Informed CulturesIn this episode, we discuss the third principle of trauma informed workplaces - community. Learn more about why community is so important to building trauma informed cultures and how organizations can help foster community in an authentic way in the workplace.
2023-10-1829 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceSupporting Survivors- A Conversation with Christi Pilutik CW: Childhood Sexual Abuse Join us for a discussion with Christi Pilutik on how to support survivors of trauma and how workplaces can better support both those with experiences of trauma and those who are supporting loved ones with traumatic experiences. If you or someone you love has experienced sexual violence, you are not alone and there are resources available to you. RAINN | The nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization RAINN Hotline -800.656.HOPE Allies In Healing: When the Person You Love is a Survivor of Childhood Sexual Abuse https://a.co/d/8I0bhij
2023-10-1141 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceTrust & Transparency - Principles of Trauma Informed CulturesIn this episode, we explore the second principle of Trauma Informed Workplaces- Trust & Transparency. Learn why trust is so important and how to navigate the delicate balance of transparency as a leader as highlights from this episode.
2023-10-0426 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceReflections on the Pandemic - Conversation with Adia Sikyta, Infectious Disease Nurse PractitionerContent Warning- Please note this episode deals heavily with the Covid-19 Pandemic, healthcare, illness, and death. Join Stephanie for a conversation with DNP, Adia Sikyta as she reflects on her experience as a medical professional, mother, daughter, and granddaughter during the Pandemic. In the shared experience of the pandemic, we get a glimpse of how individualized traumatic events and experiences can be. In this singular, global event are innumerable, individual experiences and impacts.
2023-09-2750 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceHolistic Safety- the Foundation of Trauma Informed Workplace CulturesCW: While not detailed, this episode references physical violence, including gun violence, domestic violence, and natural disasters.Safety is the foundation of a trauma informed culture; because when we are unsafe, it’s hard to be focused on much else. More likely than not, you’ve talked about safety at work. However, most likely those discussions were focused on a single aspect of safety, versus the overarching concept as it relates to building a trauma informed workplace culture. As we look at Safety in the context of trauma informed workplaces, it is best represented by a three-legged stool; built by the...
2023-09-2030 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceIntroduction to Building Trauma Informed Workplaces Welcome to our inaugural episode of Building Trauma Informed Workplaces! In this episode, we cover the definition and concepts of trauma, why organizations should care about trauma, and trauma informed workplaces. This information is the foundation of our work to build trauma informed workplaces and will help us work from the same place as we discuss more in future episodes.
2023-09-1318 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceTrailer- Season1 Subscribe Now and Don't Miss our first Episode dropping September 13th! Trauma shows up everywhere, including at work.According to the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, at least 70% of US Adults self-identify as having one or more traumatic experience in their lifetime. Now add the traumatic experiences of spouses, children, parents, and other loved ones.With an issue this pervasive, why aren't we talking about the impacts of trauma on the workplace and team culture?The truth is, many of us don't want to talk about our traumatic experiences at work or may not make connections between past trauma and...
2023-09-0500 min
Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors: Shatter Limiting Beliefs - Redefine Success - Chase Big DreamsTrauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie LemekTrauma is a complex beast and one hell of a sticky floor - it's lurking in the shadows, waiting for the perfect opportunity to reveal itself - it comes in various shapes and sizes, from sudden shocks to prolonged experiences that leaves lasting marks.Stephanie Lemek - a Trauma Informed Workplace Advocate shares about her trauma-induced sticky floor, what it means to be a trauma-informed workplace, and breaks down what TRAUMA is and how it shows up! So buckle up sis - because we are about to explore the st...
2023-08-0235 min
Life Of A CareerHR and Talent Consultant - Stephanie LemekStephanie Lemek is the founder of a HR and talent consulting practice. She started her career as an HR generalist following her undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Stephanie spent much of her career within the construction and real estate industry and has a big passion in promoting the career field because they are lucrative careers that are often overlooked and gated. In this episode, Stephanie walks us through her career and the opportunities that are available within the construction industry and the trades. She also had experience at a real estate startup. Following the pandemic years, Stephanie d...
2023-03-2357 min