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The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveWhen L&D Meets Organizational ReadinessIn this episode of The Business of Alignment, Anthony “AJ” Vaughan, founder of The E1B2 Collective, unpacks one of the most overlooked truths inside enterprise organizations: the widening gap between strategic ambition and workforce capability. Drawing from real-world research and executive behavior theory, AJ explores why many CEOs and CHROs privately admit they’re unsure their teams possess the skills needed to deliver on the company’s next big growth vision.He challenges Learning & Development leaders to evolve beyond programs and slide decks toward true behavioral change — equipping sales and operational leaders to coach, adapt, and scale alig...
2025-11-1009 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe Business of Alignment: Evolving E1B2 into the Next Era of Leadership, Culture, and ExecutionAfter nearly a thousand episodes and years of impact, The E1B2 Collective Podcast evolves into its next chapter — The Business of Alignment. Hosted by Anthony “AJ” Vaughan, this series explores how alignment — between leaders, employees, culture, and strategy — is the real engine of business performance.AJ reflects on the podcast’s journey, how it shaped his life and career, and why alignment has become the central truth behind “Employee First, Business Second.” From CHROs to revenue leaders, from startups to global enterprises, this show dives into the daily pursuit of harmony between people and performance, how timing, communic...
2025-11-0711 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveScaling Through People: The $10M to $100M BlueprintIn this special episode, AJ turns the E1B2 Collective lens inward to ask a bold question: What if you could scale a company from $10M to $100M in ten years using only HR and people systems as your primary lever? Drawing insights from over 1,000 podcast episodes, dozens of guest appearances, and years of field research with top CHROs and operators, AJ breaks down how founder rewiring, talent architecture, and culture operating systems can outpace finance and product as true growth engines. From hiring for delta—not pedigree—to treating HR as a revenue function, this is a masterclass in b...
2025-10-1709 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveCulture Over Quota: Why Scaling Without Soul Always FailsWelcome to Culture Over Quota — a new segment within The E1B2 Collective Podcast hosted by Anthony “AJ” Vaughan. In this series, AJ merges two worlds that rarely speak the same language: HR and Revenue. Drawing from his journey as a founder, CHRO, CRO, and builder of multiple HR tech ventures, AJ unpacks what it truly means to scale businesses without burning out people, teams, or purpose.This isn’t another “hit your number” sales show — it’s a raw and forward-thinking exploration of how culture, leadership, and human psychology shape every quota you chase. AJ delves into the real te...
2025-10-1417 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveScaling Innovation From the FrontlinesIn this spontaneous post-workout episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, AJ dives deep into a powerful insight inspired by Jason Fried of Basecamp. Too many companies rely on executives to drive innovation and take risks — but the reality is, those at the top are often too far removed from the day-to-day to create real, rapid change.AJ explores why empowering individual contributors to take calculated micro-risks is the key to sustainable growth, innovation, and long-term success. With guardrails in place, frontline employees can become the engine of new ideas, customer impact, and consistent revenue growth — helping orga...
2025-09-2206 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveVertical vs. Lateral: Rethinking Talent Strategy for 2026Anthony brings back the old-school, on-the-go format of the E1B2 Collective Podcast fresh from the gym and a much-needed getaway. In this quick but powerful episode, he challenges the default mindset of only developing “vertical movers” inside organizations. Instead, he argues for the critical importance of building and scaling lateral talent—people who can pivot across functions with speed, consistency, and quality. If your 2026 strategy depends on growth, agility, and innovation, this is the perspective you need to hear.
2025-08-2803 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveTeam Design in Motion: Trust, Talent, and the Final CutIn this quick-hit, post-gym episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, AJ dives into a fiery reflection on team design—not from a textbook, but from the trenches. What happens when mid-level talent is given final-cut authority on critical business initiatives? What kind of organizational trust, hiring rigor, and design precision does that require?From salary bands as status signals to internal employee branding and lightning-fast decision-making, AJ unpacks the beautiful chaos of decentralized ownership. This one’s for the leaders who aren’t afraid of a little discomfort if it means unlocking velocity, innovation, and deep employ...
2025-08-0604 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe New Playbook: AI, Talent, and the Future BenchAJ takes the wheel and drives straight into the future of work. In this episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, he unpacks the five priorities every SVP of Talent, CHRO, and small-team leader should obsess over right now—no old playbooks, no stale data. We’re talking AI-powered talent acquisition, the brutal truth of retaining high performers in a volatile market, and why succession planning can no longer be an annual conversation. AJ dives into how leaders must continuously rescope roles, anticipate where the business will be in 18 months, and brag (yes, brag) about how AI is shaping thei...
2025-07-2821 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveTrust, Transformation, and the Future of Work with Michael C. Bush : CEO of Great Place to Work®What does it take to build a workplace that’s not just great on paper—but great where it counts: in the hallways, in the tough moments, and under the pressure of scale?In this episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, host Anthony Vaughan sits down with Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work®, for an unfiltered, visionary, and practical conversation about the future of work. They unpack:Why AI will forever alter the L&D and leadership playbookThe biggest illusions executive teams carry about culture—and how to break t...
2025-07-2250 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveCulture Ain’t Fluff — It’s the PlaybookGood morning, world — AJ here with another raw and reflective episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast. Over the weekend, a few old mentors threw some soul-shifting questions my way, and today, I’m passing that energy to you.We unpack why too many leaders still don’t understand that culture is strategy, not a side project. I go deep on the operational rhythms — shared language, cadence, and internal clarity — that actually build culture in scaling teams. No theory, just real frameworks.We also explore a brutal truth: many leaders are lying to themselves about how strong...
2025-07-2110 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveWho Gets to Lead?In this sharp, soul-baring episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, AJ cracks open a question that haunts boardrooms and investor decks alike: who actually deserves the seat at the head of Sales, Product, or Marketing in 2025?This isn't your standard leadership debate. AJ dives deep into the pivotal, behind-the-scenes decisions that define whether a company scales, stalls, or sells its soul. From Series B startups clawing toward survival, to pre-IPO behemoths managing time zones and politics—he explores why leadership readiness isn't about tenure or legacy, but about agility, research-mindedness, and cultural resonance in this exact mo...
2025-07-0112 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveCulture over Quota: From Closer to Catalyst - Rethinking Career Paths in Sales OrgsIn this unfiltered episode of The E1B2 Collective, I talk about something too many revenue leaders miss: career mapping for AEs who don’t fit the traditional mold. Not every seller is a closer—but that doesn’t mean they aren’t valuable. Some build trust. Some extend customer lifetime value. Some become the bridge to new markets, new partners, and long-term growth.I’ve seen too many talented AEs mismanaged, undervalued, and pushed out because they didn’t meet a narrow definition of success. This episode is a call to rethink how we design sales orgs—with le...
2025-06-2913 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveLearning Is Revenue: How L&D Can Transform Sales Cultures w/ Alex CawthonIn this top-tier episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, AJ Vaughan sits down with Alex Cawthon a Director of Learning and Development - for a deeply reflective and practical conversation that shatters traditional silos between L&D and sales.This isn’t your standard HR chat. Together, they unpack the often-overlooked relationship between psychological safety, adult learning theory, parenting parallels, and performance gaps within sales teams. From talent pipelines and onboarding playbooks to emotional intelligence in hiring and high-performer replication, this conversation flips the script on what it means to truly enable a sales org....
2025-06-1650 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveDIY Delusion: Why Average Teams Can’t Hack Extraordinary OutcomesIn this episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, AJ Vaughan unpacks a provocative insight sparked by a recent listen to The Ready Podcast: why do we expect the same average teams—who’ve struggled to innovate for years—to suddenly spark change just by “collaborating more”? He explores the seductive myth of internal DIY transformation, the overlooked power of psychological safety, and the real reason your team might be stuck in the mud.AJ challenges HR leaders and executives to rethink how they budget for capability-building—not just execution. He dives deep into the ROI of b...
2025-06-1609 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveWhere Paper Ends and People Begin w/ Dominique Lelonek : Building Immigration with HeartIn this soul-stirring episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, we sit down with Dominique Lelonek—a rare kind of leader who doesn’t just manage immigration… she humanizes it.Dominique, named one of the Top 250 Women in Global Mobility, brings a profound mix of operational brilliance and deep empathy to every conversation. She sees what most miss: the emotions beneath the paperwork, the humans behind the process, and the opportunity to design not just compliance—but belonging.Together, we explore:– What it truly means to put the human back in immigration– How immigration...
2025-06-1240 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe Middle Gets Missed: Why Managers Must Evolve or Collapse the CultureIn this episode of The E1B2 Collective, I confront a quiet fear that’s been growing louder—what happens when the middle tier of management stalls out? I’m talking about that critical layer between individual contributors and senior leadership—managers to directors—the ones tasked with execution, but rarely trained for transformation.We explore what it means to not just get the work done, but to understand how it gets done—and more importantly, how it feels to get it done. It’s one thing to hit deliverables; it’s another to read the room, decode team dyna...
2025-06-0615 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveStop Asking for Loyalty You Haven’t EarnedThis one’s a rant with receipts.We’re breaking down why putting employees first isn’t some soft HR pipedream—it’s a hard business advantage. From retention and innovation to resilience and revenue, this episode unpacks the brutal truth: if you treat your people like widgets, they’ll give you just enough to not get fired. But if you lead with empathy, context, and purpose—they'll build a damn empire with you.I’ll break down real ROI:Why psychological safety beats ping pong tablesHow trust outpaces micromanagement in performance m...
2025-05-3014 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveRethinking Workforce Planning from the Inside OutIn this episode of E1B2 , we dismantle the outdated, spreadsheet-driven approach to workforce planning and rebuild it around what really matters: the humans doing the work. We explore how great companies don’t just forecast headcount — they forecast humanity. You’ll hear why workforce planning should be rooted in life stages, skill evolutions, and emotional truths — not just business cycles and budgets. We’ll unpack how shifting this lens creates more resilient teams, more trust-filled cultures, and ultimately, better business results. This is for the CHROs, Heads of People, and operators ready to plan for people, not just positions...
2025-05-2208 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveBuilt to Last: The Ronnie Fieg Standard of Culture + ProductIn a world chasing volume, Ronnie Fieg chose impact. On this episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, I break down the creative philosophy and business blueprint behind Kith—a brand that sits at the intersection of fashion, lifestyle, and legacy.This isn’t a story about selling more hoodies or dropping the next hyped collab. It’s a lesson in restraint, taste, and the art of building something worthy of obsession. From Ronnie’s unapologetic focus on product perfection to his masterful approach to partnership—think BMW, Versace, Coca-Cola, Nike—we explore how Kith doesn’t move fast, it...
2025-05-1613 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveCulture Over Quota 002: Learning to Unlearn - How Sales Leaders Can Rewire Themselves for 2025In this episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, host AJ Vaughan challenges sales leaders to confront their biggest barrier to growth—it’s not the market, it’s their mindset.What worked yesterday is killing deals today. Hero-selling, static playbooks, vanity metrics, fear-based cultures—these habits are deeply ingrained, but dangerously outdated.AJ unpacks how today’s most progressive sales leaders are rewiring their leadership to thrive in 2025 and beyond—ditching assumptions, leaning into real buyer data, building systems that scale beyond themselves, and creating teams fueled by curiosity, safety, and relevance.If you’re ti...
2025-05-1418 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveCulture Over Quota: The E1B2 Sales Leadership Series 001Revenue is the result—but what drives it? That’s the question Aj Vaughan, host of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, dares to explore in this powerful new series built specifically for sales leaders, sales teams, and the people who enable them.Culture Over Quota goes beyond the tactics of prospecting, closing, and pipeline management. It’s a deep dive into the human systems that make sales organizations sustainable, resilient, and built to scale. Aj brings his workforce strategy roots to the high-stakes world of sales, unpacking what most ignore: the leadership gaps, cultural blind spots, and team d...
2025-05-1408 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveReimagining Trust, Talent, and the Boomerang EffectIn this episode of The E1B2 Collective, I unpack the biggest signals from the 2025 Great Place to Work Summit—from trust as a business strategy to the rise of human-first AI—and connect them to a bold conversation about the boomerang employee. What if 15% of your best alumni came back stronger, sharper, and more aligned? We explore how forward-thinking companies are re-engaging former employees through authentic storytelling, high-frequency employer branding, and re-onboarding strategies built for growth—not nostalgia. If you believe in trust as a talent magnet and culture as a comeback story, this one’s for you.
2025-04-3016 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveNext-Gen Disruptors: Redefining HR from the Inside OutWhat’s up, E1B2 famToday’s episode is personal. I’m introducing a brand-new series we’re launching called Next-Gen Disruptors —and this one’s for the bold HR leaders out there who are tired of checking boxes and ready to challenge the way we actually build for people.This series is about those of us who are rethinking what HR can be—leaders who are innovating around talent, culture, L&D, and recruiting in ways that actually drive business and human outcomes. These aren’t theoretical frameworks. These are real operators doing real work, grounded in empa...
2025-04-2908 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveFerrazzi’s Formula: Culture That ScalesIn this episode of The E1B2 Podcast, we break down why every team—sales, ops, product, you name it—needs clarity on their three core behaviors. These aren’t just feel-good values; they’re the daily actions that shape culture, fuel alignment, and drive revenue growth. Inspired by Ferrazzi’s philosophy, we explore how identifying and reinforcing these behaviors helps teams move faster, trust deeper, and scale smarter. If you’re serious about building a culture that performs, this episode is your blueprint.
2025-04-2304 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveWar vs Peace: The Leadership ClockEvery organization lives by the tick‑tock of two very different clocks. One chimes for high‑stakes combat—markets shift, cash burns, competitors flank, and you need a battlefield general with nerves of graphene. The other hums softly during seasons of scale—culture building, process refinement, margin polishing—where a master gardener coaxes growth instead of charging hills.In this episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, we slice through the platitudes and timestamp the moments that matter:Dawn Patrol vs. Dusk Patrol – How to read leading indicators (burn rate, churn spikes, regulatory headwinds) that signal it’s...
2025-04-2210 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectivePeople-Led Growth in 2025In this special episode, we unpack a curated listening and learning roadmap designed specifically for CHROs and senior HR leaders navigating growth, leadership gaps, and organizational change in 2025. Using 10 essential episodes from The E1B2 Collective, we break down how to elevate mid-level management, drive business impact through EX, and align people strategy with revenue. This is your blueprint for people-powered transformation.
2025-04-1514 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveScaling the Right Way: Strategic Growth Without Losing Your PeopleIn this episode, Anthony Vaughan breaks down a powerful truth: you can’t scale revenue if you lose trust, clarity, and culture along the way. Drawing from over 800 conversations on The E1B2 Collective Podcast, he unpacks the hard realities and human-centered strategies behind sustainable growth, effective change management, and real leadership alignment.You’ll learn:Why fast growth often hides deeper internal problemsHow to build a culture where change is understood, not fearedWhat it takes for leadership teams to stay aligned in high-pressure momentsWhy your sale...
2025-04-1516 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveDelegation Starts with Awareness: A Smarter Way to LeadIn this episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, we explore why effective delegation isn’t just about offloading tasks—it’s about understanding your team’s utilization, mental bandwidth, and real-time skill capacity. We dive into how leaders can make smarter, more strategic decisions by assessing capability and context before assigning critical work. Delegation done right isn’t about giving away work—it’s about setting up your people to win.
2025-04-0304 min
The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveBuilding a Workplace For ALL – A Conversation with Julian Lite, Great Place to WorkBuilding a Workplace For ALL – A Conversation with Julian Lite, Great Place to WorkHR leaders play a critical role in shaping workplaces that drive business success through trust, culture, and high performance. In this episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, Julian Lite from Great Place to Work joins us to discuss the strategies that set top-performing organizations apart and how the For ALL approach is redefining workplace excellence.With The For ALL Summit Las Vegas 2025 on the horizon, this conversation offers a deep dive into the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of work. Ju...
2025-03-2748 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveBuilding a Workplace For ALL – A Conversation with Julian Lite, Great Place to WorkHR leaders play a critical role in shaping workplaces that drive business success through trust, culture, and high performance. In this episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, Julian Lite from Great Place to Work joins us to discuss the strategies that set top-performing organizations apart and how the For ALL approach is redefining workplace excellence.With The For ALL Summit Las Vegas 2025 on the horizon, this conversation offers a deep dive into the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of work. Julian shares actionable insights into how organizations can build inclusive, high-trust cultures that enhance engagem...
2025-03-2348 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveFrom HR Silos to Business Impact: How Top HR Leaders Drive Strategy and ResultsIn this episode of the E1B2 Collective Podcast, we challenge the traditional view of HR as a support function and highlight its role as a critical driver of business success. Every major Head of HR—Internal Communications, Talent Acquisition, Change Management, CHRO, DEI, Organizational Development, and HR Tech—must have full strategic ownership to create real impact.When these leaders take charge of strategy and empower managers overseeing pods of 10-100 employees, organizations move beyond disconnected HR initiatives and build a cohesive, employee-first culture that fuels performance, retention, and bottom-line growth.We’ll discuss:Why...
2025-03-2107 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveBeyond Comfort: Redefining Team ExcellenceIn this riveting and intense episode of E1B2 Collective, we tackle one of the most critical yet overlooked aspects of organizational success: building teams based on what truly works—not what feeds egos or feels comfortable.
Join us as we delve into the importance of applying research-driven strategies and best practices to team dynamics. We challenge conventional thinking, explore real-world examples, and share actionable insights for leaders and teams ready to break free from outdated paradigms.
Expect thought-provoking discussions on:
Why understanding your team’s unique needs and strengths is non-negotiable.
How to iden...
2024-12-3108 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe E1B2 Collective Podcast: Vision 2025As we close out 2024 and set our sights on 2025, The E1B2 Collective: Vision 2025 - brings you an exclusive series featuring bold voices and forward-thinking leaders shaping the future of immigration, talent, and business strategy. This special year-end edition celebrates the innovations, stories, and partnerships that defined 2024 while exploring what lies ahead in the new year.
Join us for a star-studded lineup of guests who are breaking barriers and building futures:
Global Entrepreneurs: Insights from founders using cutting-edge solutions to empower immigrant talent and redefine global workforce strategies.
HR Innovators: Hear from CHROs and talent leaders...
2024-12-3019 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe E1B2 Collective: Redefined for 2025In 2025, The E1B2 Collective Podcast enters a new era, doubling down on bold ideas, authentic conversations, and cutting-edge innovation at the intersection of people, culture, and technology. This rebrand transforms the podcast into a multimedia platform—delivering dynamic episodes, live events, and digital content that challenge traditional HR narratives and spotlight the culture-shaping power of human-centered leadership.
With an unapologetically real approach, we’ll tackle everything from raw workplace stories and tech trends to the humanity behind HR. Whether you’re leading teams, shaping workplace culture, or exploring the future of work, The E1B2 Collective will i...
2024-12-1612 min
The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe Mavric Podcast 01 : Introducing Mavric.io w/ Co-Founder and CEO - Michael TannenbaumToday’s episode is a very special one, we are introducing to you “The Mavric Podcast” - brought to you by The E1B2 Collective. Aj and Michael discuss all things Mavric.io, the world of recruiting, personal backgrounds and life perspectives, DEI, Recruitment Strategy and so much more! This is the first of many great episodes that will be coming out on this new and exciting series of podcast segments. Hope you enjoy!
2024-06-091h 43
The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveCONTEXT is finally here! (Part One)In today’s episode Aj shares a very exciting moment for The E1B2 Collective!
2024-06-0310 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 x Equal Time Presents: The Learning & Development 8-Part Special SeriesWelcome to the first episode of the special 8 part L&D series, brought to you by EqualTime. In today’s episode we our partner Rachel Dowling of Equal Time sharing some phenomenal content around strategic L&D in a 2023 world. She is accompanied by Ryan Human - L&D leader @ America’s CAR-MART, Inc. Hope you enjoy!
2023-10-3027 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveWhen E1B2 integrates with a Task Inventory ProcessIn today’s episode Aj explains why each organization should go to there high performers & high potentials - learn what they do and 2x per year re-create the Task Inventory list!
2023-04-1208 min
On the Mic! W/ Ray White"How can a new DEI Director succeed in their first year on the job?" - E1B2 Collective Podcast Interview"How can a new DEI Director succeed in their first year on the job?"
I've enjoyed being on Anthony (AJ) Vaughan's Podcast, The E1B2 Collective!
In Part 2 of that episode, we brainstorm efforts and initiatives that can help DEI Directors succeed within their first 6 months to a year in their organizational role.
Take a listen and let me know what you think!
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2023-03-0138 minOn the Mic! W/ Ray WhiteCan you build a business without a DEIB Lens? - E1B2 Collective Podcast Interview"Can you build a business without a DEIB Lens?!"
I've enjoyed being on Anthony (AJ) Vaughan's Podcast, The E1B2 Collective!
In Part 1 of that episode, we dive into what it takes to integrate DEIB into our leadership perspective and operational practices.
Take a listen and let me know what you think!
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Schedule a call to discuss integrating DEI into your organizational strategies and increase your equity lens as a leader!
Keywords: #DEI, Diversity, Eq...
2023-02-2224 min
The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveDivercial 001: Aj Vaughan & Randeep Purewal, MBAWe have a brand new series that we are excited to present… Divercial! This will be a series of amazing content that covers all things DEI. Will touch elements of the Divercial Product, we will cover best practices all DEI/People leaders internally need to understand, finally we will bring on guests that can expand our knowledge and provide practical and useful advice. This practical episode features the Head of Strategic Partnerships/Host of the E1B2 Podcast & of course the Founder & CEO of Divercial Randeep! They dive into really interesting tips and perspectives, covering the full talent journey. From re...
2023-01-1235 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe E1B2 2022 Recap Show Episode 6: Trevor BoganIn today’s episode Aj brings on Trevor Bogan from Top Employers Institute! They discussed employee experience, applicant experience, transparency and so much more. With the last installment of the 2022 Recap Show, Trevor and Aj truly bring substantial value and impact! Enjoy, and here’s to 2023!
2023-01-0850 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe E1B2 2022 Recap Show Episode 5: Damon CooperIn today’s episode Aj brings on “isolved” Recruiter Damon Cooper. We discussed all things mental health, transparency, what is in store for 2023 and so much more! This may have been the best recap yet. Thank you, and enjoy!
2023-01-031h 15The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe E1B2 2022 Recap Show Episode 4: Ed EvartsIn today’s episode we bring on Ed Evarts a dear friend, leadership coach, business strategist and overall genius! We discuss his thoughts from 2022, while specifically diving deep into how employees can make a difference and take charge! Enjoy and thank you Ed!
2023-01-0338 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe E1B2 2022 Recap Show Episode 3: Randeep Purewal, MBAIn today’s episode Aj brings on Randeep, the founder and CEO of Divercial! They discuss all things DEI, Quite quitting, Gary V and his dedication and focus to culture, career mapping and so much more! Randeep discussed a few things regarding 2022 and provides us with a few trends and focuses for 2023! Hope you all enjoy the 3rd installment of the 2022 Recap Show!
2022-12-3153 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe E1B2 2022 Recap Show Episode 2: Michael OgunsanyaIn today’s episode Aj brings on former CEO of Mindstand Technologies and current product leader Michael Ogunsanya. They both discuss how organizations in 2023 world can be more thoughtful and more strategic about layoffs. How organizations need to hire more strategic and thoughtful C-Suite HR leaders & a full recap of Michael’s 2022! Enjoy!
2022-12-281h 14The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe E1B2 2022 Recap Show Episode 1: Aj Vaughan - Founder of The E1B2 CollectiveIn today’s episode Aj Vaughan our amazing hots reflects on his 2022 and his plans for 2023. This is the first of a 8-9 part series! Enjoy… and prepare of honesty, depth, vulnerability, education and so much more!
2022-12-2355 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveBonus Episode: Aj Vaughan x Ben DuekIn today episode Aj does something a bit different! He joins Ben Duek’s founder of (Cantera Leadership) - in a joint venture episode with (The E1B2 Podcast) of course! Will keep it simple, sweet and to the point … this episode is off the charts amazing! The value and depth Ben & Aj goes around all thing’s leadership is truly phenomenal! Enjoy
2022-12-1948 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveA Few Culture Competencies (DEI x Talent/Recruiting Communications)Welcome to another episode of Mindstand Presents (The E1B2 Podcast); in today’s episode Aj (VP of Partnerships @ Mindstand) - shares how to bake DEI into your Talent/Recruiting Communications!
2022-07-0208 min2022-01-1005 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveAssembling of a Early High Performance TeamIn today’s episode I breakdown how I assembled the E1B2 Collective Team
2021-08-0408 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveUtilizing the E1B2 Method when creating a High Performance TeamIn today’s episode I breakdown how to establish a High Performance Team in a “E1” world !
2021-07-2505 min
The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe E1B2 Collective Update 002In this episode I discuss (startup ex, Project 2030 & Monday Anticipation) .. enjoy
2021-01-2118 min
The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe E1B2 Collective Updates 001This is an ongoing series providing updates around what’s new within the The E1B2 Collective and the multitude of projects within!
2020-12-0308 min
The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveLet’s Talk Startups 003 w/ Apoorv KarmakarIn today’s episode we discuss Growth vs Profitability, Mental health as a founder and a leader , Future of work and how to make it inclusive , of course we unpack how E1B2 can support venture and startup ; along with so much more!
2020-10-171h 23The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe E1B2 Collective (State of the Union)Just an update - tips , tools , perspectives to help all leaders ; specifically founders re-center around what’s important as it pertains to employee experience!
2020-09-3011 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveEX AuditIn today’s episode and give a little bit of a sneak peek into a few questions I’m designing for an EX Audit... so many of these questions I know for a fact startups/leaders can use and make a big difference!
2020-09-2307 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveWhy Peer to Peer support & mentorship leads to a more Inclusive CultureI want to start by saying by no means am I shying away from the BLM movement but I just wanted to share a few POV’s around creating an inclusive culture.
2020-09-2206 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectivePsychological safety 101In today’s episode I breakdown how I view psychological safety and how you can operationalize it to make sure it’s establish day in and day out.
2020-09-2109 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveIt’s ok to go a bit off scriptIn today’s episode I breakdown a few tips and best practices around going a bit off script and the value that can actually bring to those you lead and the organization overall!
2020-09-1904 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveKeynote Behind the ScenesKeynote Topics (How do I establish emotional glue, the benefits of establishing emotional glue, the benefits of creating a Beyond resume, The tactics and secrets of a beyond Brand and the most important part of it all, why important for leaders to strip away ego)
2020-09-1958 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveLet’s Talk Startups 001: Why Operations should prioritize employee happiness w/ Catherine YushinaIn today’s episode Catherine came on today’s podcast and completely tore down… In a good way. Her operational background paired with her adventure in marketing routes paired with her passion for putting employees first made this podcast one for the ages. I’m so honored and grateful to kick off the new “let’s talk startups” series that we were able to bring her on. We dove deep into operations , employee experience, startups and so much more! I truly enjoyed this conversation and I know startup founders, venture-capital, internal start of managers will find so much value!
2020-09-171h 08The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveKeeping Employee Benefits SimpleIn today’s episode I breakdown my employee experience inspirations and passions when it comes to keeping HR/EX simple!
2020-09-1705 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveTaking the Next Step in your Career w/ Jessica HollingsworthIn today’s episode we provide some amazing information to current employees that are looking to navigate there careers as well as employees that are looking To create more productive experiences from a culture perspective at there organizations . I know for a fact you guys won’t regret diving in with me and Jessica!
2020-09-161h 02The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveTransparency Is Key : Learning from your mistakesIn today’s episode I get a bit vulnerable and share with you guys a few mistakes I’ve made recently, what I would have done & what other leaders can learn and take away from my mistakes. I hope you all enjoy
2020-09-1504 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveBehind the scenes / Leadership PodcastIn today’s episode I give you guys a listen to a podcast I did a few weeks ago as a guest! I’m almost certain Court, the host of this amazing podcast; pushed me to deliver my best performance/provided my best tangible insights and perspectives! I truly hope you all enjoy and I’m looking forward to the responses!
2020-09-1259 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveA Look into Beyond Brand StudiosIn this episode I share a few questions brands need to be asking themselves as well as a few questions candidates deserved know early in the recruiting and hiring process! Hope this helps and I hope you all enjoy!
2020-09-1011 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveFew Tips on how to improve Employee RetentionIn today’s episode I break down some simple tried and true best practices that leader to higher employee retention!
2020-09-0908 min2020-09-0505 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveA Leader Like Me w/ Priya Bates & Advita PatelIn today’s episode we dive into all things internal communications, DEI, employee experience and of course we learn what “A Leader Like Me” is , the amazing brand , and the value these two lovely guests are bringing to so many woman across the globe! Hope you all enjoy today’s episode! Find out more @ - website: https://aleaderlikeme.com/
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2020-09-0348 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveWhy Venture Capital Should Care About & Invest in Employee ExperienceIn today’s episode I breakdown why VC’s should care about making sure the companies they invest in spend time investing and thinking through how they are going to operationalize a thoughtful and productive employee experience!!
2020-09-0119 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveDecision Making Framework Promises: That help Avoid Internal Culture DysfunctionIn today’s episode a dive deeper into why it’s important to allow data to be the determining factor if teams realize emotions and personal points of views are getting too much involved… Listen closely and let me know your thoughts on how and why I believe this should be a promise all leaders have when it comes to decision-making
2020-08-2907 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 Collective“You Desire it and Deserve it. Now here’s how to ask for it w/ Sherhara DowningIn today’s episode we cover all things communications as a leader , I loved this episode thanks so much Sherhara.
2020-08-2843 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveLeadership PromisesIn today’s episode I attempt to motivate and inspire leaders to outline the promises that will live and die by that will make not only there relationships and experiences with those they lead better but the company better as a whole!
2020-08-2717 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveScaling E1B2In today’s episode I get very practical around the big elephant in the room “how do I scale your E1B2 mindset as a grow?”
2020-08-2403 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveDecision Making Models That Drive Employee EngagementIn today’s episode I share my POV around decision making models that drive employee experience and engagement!
2020-08-2310 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveA simpler life” checklistIn today’s episode I provide some tips and perspectives around how to make your employees expert leaders and why its a good idea to learn from them!
2020-08-1905 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveLearn a critical skill and make mistakes without real-time consequencesIn today’s episode I pose a question to you guys and provide feedback on why it’s a good idea to have systems in place to allow employees to make mistakes, learn from those mistakes and experience zero consequence or pressure!
2020-08-1904 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveLet’s Talk Organizational Psychology & DEI Principals w/ Victoria MattinglyLove love love today’s episode we dove deep into DEI and provided a few perspectives that I feel not many people are talking about but need to be. We also dove deep into core principles of Organizational Psychology that so many small brands/startups could benefit from if they implement core best practices: Today’s guest - Dr. Victoria Mattingly is an organizational psychologist, passionate about improving the human experience at work. She is CEO and founder of Mattingly Solutions, is a HR/management consulting firm that measures workplace inclusion and trains majority group members/leaders to better create a wo...
2020-07-281h 00The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveLet’s Get To Know The E1B2 CollectiveIn today’s episode I share my POV around why I feel the E1B2 Collective should be a serious consideration of Angie runs or manages a startup or small brand... hope you find value and enjoy!
2020-07-2208 min
A Better HR BusinessEpisode 56 - Anthony Vaughan of E1B2 CollectiveWant more clients for your agency or consultancy in the Human Resources industry? Check out: www.getmorehrclients.com/services.
Anthony is a thought leader and fellow podcaster in the world of Employee Experience.
Anthony's podcast, E1B2 Collective (Employee 1st Business 2nd), is a business podcast that focuses solely on the unique tactics and authentic approaches that helps leaders and brands create unique and effective culture/employee experiences.
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2020-07-0831 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveMeeting Structures from the EX LensIn today’s episode I breakdown the process I’m going through currently to create our internal OS here @ E1B2 Brands. I dive deep into a few core principles we are developing around meeting structures that will be the foundation our employees experience and hopefully appreciate and enjoy! Please share your thoughts and perspectives... enjoy!
2020-05-0508 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe OS of E1B2In today’s episode I dive into the foundational framework of E1B2 perspectives and ways of work. I flush out compensation, decision making & policy construction! I truly hope you enjoy the out of the box perspectives!
2020-04-2922 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 “Future Brand”In this episode I explain why I’m creeping a bit closer to entrepreneurship once again
2020-03-1210 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveMaking E1B2 A Household BRAND NameI’m today’s episode I talk about my wish , hope and desire to have E1B2 be much more then it currently is and turn into a household brand name that 10’s of thousands of employees can believe in and stand behind!
2020-03-0805 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 Podcast Takeover 001 w/ Paul Walker CEO of “Theory Why Consulting”In today’s episode Paul Walker takes over the podcast. It provides us a deep dive into all things change management & Employee Experience. I hope you all enjoy today’s episode and this new approach to the podcast!
2020-03-0821 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveGOOD Business Works (Baltimore) - Employee Experience Motivational RantIn this episode I highlight an upcoming brand that is doing great work in the Baltimore, MD area. I touch on the impact this brand is making in the world of employee experience and how this brand is motivating me to keep pushing the E1B2 philosophy! Truly hope you enjoy and are inspired
2020-02-0806 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveTrusting Your Employees 101In today’s episode I breakdown my own personal E1B2 story and how my leader is really beginning to trust my perspectives and viewpoints thus my confidence, comfort and ability increase my value input has skyrocketed!
2020-02-0812 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveThe HR Industry, HR Entrepreneurship, Creating & Sustaining Organizational Change w/ Michelle GIn today’s episode I have Michelle May Griffin ,founder of MichelleMayGriffin.com. We dove into her entrepreneurial journey, her reasons for stepping out into the independent sector, lessons learned and some of the work she does. We also dove very deep into structured/tangible tips for all first time HR leaders. We then discussed change management, employee experience/engagement & much much more! Michelle brings so much to the table during these conversations and I’m so grateful that I was able to have her on the E1B2 Podcast! Hope you all enjoy
2020-01-191h 38The Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 “Man with a Master Plan”In today’s episode I give you guys an inside look into my ideas, thoughts, and perspectives around how I will turn E1B2 into a brand that will hopefully revolutionize the world of HR, Employee Experience, People Operations and so much more. You will learn a bit about my master plans and more importantly my personal motivations for embarking on these new ventures! Hope you all enjoy!
2019-11-1406 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 010 (Leadership & Breaking-down an Employee’s Struggles)In today’s episode I talk about how I am stepping in to figure out how we can help a very talented employee who is struggling succeed.
2019-07-1111 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 009 (Change Agents)Your employees minds work significantly better if they’re happy. In this episode you will hear my passionate thoughts on Employee happiness and there overall perception of the brand and how that can impact growth or lack there of!
2019-07-0205 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 008 (What To Do If Your Employee’s Work Isn’t To The Standard It Needs To Be)In this episode I talk about how to support a struggling employee who you know if fully capable of succeeding!
2019-07-0105 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 007 (Encouraging New Hires To Ask Questions)In this episode I share a few thoughts as I re-adjust and update my on-boarding process!
2019-06-2803 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 006 (Rethinking How Leaders Communicate Benefits To Employees)In this episode I passionately speak about how I decide to allocate benefit packages to my employees; and the huge impact my philosophy can have on there overall motivation and perspectives of the brand!
2019-06-2609 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 005 (Gary V, Company Culture, My thoughts On His Core Perspectives)In this episode I cover (quickly) my hot take in Gary V approach to company culture!
2019-06-1803 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 004 (My Daily HR Checklist)In this episode I shared my own personal checklist that helps/allows me to make sure I am doing my part to help each employee remain happy, experience happiness/growth and most of all to make sure the employees are being valued over any and all business efforts.
2019-06-0808 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 003 (Making Time To Lead / Motivation)Making Time To Lead!
2019-06-0705 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 002 (Employee Retention)Enjoy my hot take on this practical example - “your new employee misses her first 4 of 19 work shifts, why do you think absence is an issue and how would you handle this potential Retention issue”
2019-06-0505 minThe Business of Alignment - Powered by The E1B2 CollectiveE1B2 001 (My Hot Takes On Enabling Better Work-life Balance)Enjoy my thoughts on how brands can help support true work life balance!
2019-06-0505 min