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The Disrupted WorkforceWhy Patrick Lencioni Believes Human Interaction in the Office is Still Crucial in 2024 & BeyondHas your team lost its spark working remotely? As our modern workforce becomes increasingly reliant on remote setups, we’re also witnessing the pitfalls of reducing human interaction and its impact on organizational health.
The human touch is vital for fueling creativity and collaboration, and to champion office presence along with a better comprehension of individual strengths is our distinguished guest — Patrick Lencioni.
Patrick is one of the founders of The Table Group and a best-selling author of 13 books, including the latest, “The 6 Types of Working Genius.” His books have been translated into 30 languages, with over 8 m...2024-07-1854 minThe Disrupted WorkforceManagement Secrets, Effective Meetings & AI for A Hybrid Workforce | Mamie Kanfer Stewart, Managerial Excellence ExpertA recent survey conducted by Talker Research revealed that 38% of Americans have never felt more uninspired at work than they do now. That’s a bit over one-third of the workforce!
In light of this dissatisfaction, what can be said about management? The post-pandemic workforce has a new view on what gives their lives meaning and the benefits of hybrid work, making it more challenging than ever for managers to keep their teams engaged and productive.
To share how management can face this hybrid workforce era is our guest Mamie Kanfer Stewart.
She’s th...2024-06-051h 03The Disrupted WorkforceAI Biases EXPLAINED: When Can We Trust AI? | Phaedra Boinodiris, IBM Consulting’s Global Leader for Trustworthy AIAnyone who has experimented with generative AI knows the tech is still flawed.
Despite massive investments in AI models, tools, and applications, the fact that AI outputs are still biased and inconsistently accurate raises global concerns regarding trustworthiness and who is responsible for making AI safe as it evolves at earth-shattering speed.
The unfortunate truth is that presently, the majority of AI models only reflect a narrow sample of our collective humanity, inevitably reinforcing the existing biases of those who programmed AI and the narrow data sets used, making today’s AI models inept at de...2024-05-2253 minThe Disrupted WorkforceHustle Culture vs. Leadership Burnout: Discover the Ultimate Business Hack With Alex RaymondHustle culture is huge among business leaders and entrepreneurs, often leading to them feeling unfulfilled, disenchanted with their work, and overwhelmed.
But what if you could grow your business and succeed without sacrificing yourself? There’s a catch, though. It takes a next-level commitment to yourself and an inward journey to do the deep healing work.
Enter the concept of conscious entrepreneurship with this episode’s guest, Alex Raymond.
He’s the founder and CEO of Kapta, a software company for post-sales account management professionals, and a graduate of the exclusive TechStars accelerator program...2024-05-0851 minThe Disrupted WorkforceThe Future of Work Is STILL Chaos: Will AI Help or Disrupt Further? | Claire HaidarCould the ever-evolving advancements in AI help companies create a better working world for humanity? Or will it drag us into a dystopian future that eliminates all privacy?
On this episode of The Disrupted Workforce, we’re uncovering how the balance between technology and an understanding of human biology can maximize productivity, enhance human capabilities, and improve overall health in the workplace.
We’re speaking to Claire Haidar, the co-founder of WNDYR and Pattyrn, two companies focused on shaping the world of work through AI-driven data analysis and a study of human capabilities.
She...2024-04-241h 08The Disrupted WorkforceFiverr Exec Shares How Freelancing Is The New Normal (And Why Your Company Should Care) | Gali ArnonIt’s no news that AI and the exponential rise in freelancing are reshaping the future of work, but besides transforming jobs, they’re also expanding the talent pool.
Today’s guest on The Disrupted Workforce is Gali Arnon, the Chief Business Officer of Fiverr, an online marketplace for freelance services with a mission to change how the world works together.
Gali served as Fiverr's CMO, where she steered the company through its IPO, and now oversees business strategy, product development, and implementation to take Fiverr to the next stage of growth.
In this ep...2024-04-1057 minThe Disrupted WorkforceCan AI Make Us Better WITHOUT Taking Away Our Humanity? | Dr. Vivienne MingAI as a productivity tool is old news. The reality is that we’re just barely scratching the surface of what’s possible with generative AI.
Today, we gain a different perspective on how AI can be leveraged as productive friction for enhancing human capacity.
This isn't about making repetitive tasks easier; it's about making us better.
In this episode, we explore the untapped potential of AI with Dr. Vivienne Ming, a renowned AI expert, neuroscientist, and visionary in leveraging AI to unlock the full spectrum of human capacity.
As a self...2024-03-271h 15The Disrupted WorkforceA Chat With The TED Conference Creator: Curiosity, Understanding, & Information Anxiety | Richard Saul WurmanJust because we live in the age of information doesn’t mean that we’re actually learning. As a society, we’re overwhelmed, and there’s a reason for it — the explosion of non-information. This candid episode reveals more about it.
Today, we’re diving into the mind of Richard Saul Wurman, an American architect, designer, and visionary creator behind the TED Conference. He is a prolific thinker and content creator, having written, designed, and published 90 books, among a plethora of other accomplishments.
Considered the father of information architecture, he shares his unique approach to understandin...2024-03-2045 min
The Disrupted WorkforceBeyond AI Literacy: Empowering Generations For The Future of Work | Noelle Russell Part 2DETAILS | Part 2 of our uplifting, insightful conversation with Noelle Russell (LinkedIn’s Top AI Voice, Microsoft’s 2X MVP in AI, Accenture’s Global AI Solutions Lead, and AI Leadership Institute founder) focuses on enhancing AI literacy and the power of community in exploring AI's potential. Our discussion addresses common fears and misconceptions about AI while showcasing the potential for positive impact through responsible AI development and the importance of diverse perspectives in mitigating biases noting that AI bias is human bias personified. Further, why successful AI projects must begin with values and why a symphony of diverse talent for AI...2024-02-2859 minThe Disrupted WorkforceThe Heartfelt Truth About ChatGPT And Leading The Future With AI | Noelle Russell Part 1DETAILS | Part 1 | Is it possible to love Generative AI? In this stark contrast to all the fearmongering, Noelle Russell takes a stand for all that is good with Generative AI and reinforces why she is a LinkedIn Top AI Voice, Microsoft's MVP in AI, Accenture's Global AI Solutions Lead, and the founder of AI Leadership Institute. This episode is so good we had to split it into two parts. In part one, we talk about Noelle's journey to becoming a diverse AI leader, 100x productivity gains, amplifying almost anything you do, why AI is a soft skill (not a...2024-02-1445 minThe Disrupted Workforce6 Traits Define A Modern People Leader | Daniel & Stephen HuertaDETAILS | What is a Modern People Leader, and what traits define them? There are 6! Join Daniel and Steven Huerta–the hosts of the fantastic Modern People Leader podcast–in an evolutionary discussion on HR Leadership in today's dynamic business landscape. After 155 episodes with HR leaders, they have distilled their research and insights for our show. We engage in a candid discussion on the following megatrends: The traits of a Modern People Leader, Generative AI in HR, does HR finally have a seat at the C-Suite table, the idea of running HR as a product team, and what HR will look...2024-01-1850 min
The Disrupted Workforce4 Reasons Why Fatherhood At Work Has Changed | Paul SullivanDETAILS | How has fatherhood changed in the last three years, and is it time for a new approach at work? In this reflective episode, Paul Sullivan, former New York Times columnist and founder of The Company of Dads, shares his insightful journey from the newsroom to reshaping the narrative and policies supporting fatherhood at work.
Paul defines 'Lead Dads' as fathers who take the forefront in prioritizing parenting and caregiving, challenging traditional gender roles and stereotypes. We also discuss why it makes a tremendous difference to see Lead Dads in senior leadership roles, how this shift benefits p...2023-12-2846 min
The Disrupted WorkforceThe Science Of Resilience, Failure, And Human Connection | Dr. Dani DumitriuDETAILS | What is the science of human connection that defines the magnetism between us? Why do some people connect while others don't? How can we become more resilient and embrace failure? Join us in this enlightening episode of The Disrupted Workforce, where we delve into the fascinating world of resilience, failure, and human connection with our distinguished guest, Dr. Dani Dumitriu. A renowned pediatrician, neuroscientist, and pediatric environmental health scientist, Dr. Dumitriu shares her groundbreaking research on the neural circuits of stress resilience. You will be amazed by her discoveries surrounding the science behind human magnetism, the nature of...2023-11-2846 min
The Disrupted WorkforceThe Class At Work: Using Movement To Break Limitations For Career, Mind, and Body | Jaycee GossettDETAILS | What if you could use movement to build resilience, bust limiting beliefs, and bring your authentic self to perform better at work? What if you could recharge your energy, heart, mind, and spirit at the same time? Welcome to The Class! “an expansive, heart-clearing, body-strengthening release” that Fast Company called “a workout for your feelings.” The Class has a massive following and streams in over 70 countries, with studios in New York and LA. Jaycee Gossett is a founding teacher and world-renowned fitness, dance, mindfulness, and wellness innovator. Jaycee and the team knew professionals needed an outlet for what they wer...2023-10-3151 min
The Disrupted WorkforceChoose A Career Path That Brings You Joy | Rich SheridanDETAILS | Chief Joy Officer Rich Sheridan reminds us of a somber reality: many lead lives of quiet desperation AT WORK and go to their graves with a song still in their hearts. But it doesn’t have to be this way. We dive into Rich's powerful journey from despair to profound inspiration. Like many of us, he chased the wrong career success metrics; it wasn’t working, and he knew he had to change himself. Rich has deep empathy and wisdom for professionals, asking the same powerful questions he asked: What do I want out of my career? Why don’t...2023-10-1747 min
The Disrupted WorkforceNick Bloom on Why Hybrid Work Wins, Fridays Are Dead, and Mondays Are On Life SupportDETAILS | Nick Bloom is the leading expert on hybrid work, a LinkedIn Top Voice, and “the prophet of remote work,” according to Fortune. In this spirited dialogue, Nick emerges as a lively narrator firmly anchored in rigorous data: productivity, work-life balance, job satisfaction, inclusion, and happiness are the highest when we are working 2-3 days per week from home. Did you know that when employees are granted the flexibility of remote work just twice a week, companies witness a staggering 35% decrease in their quit rate, a bump in their Diversity Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) scores, and avoid the pain...2023-09-2849 min
The Disrupted WorkforceQuestions Are Your Superpower In The AI Era | Warren BergerDETAILS | Discover the power of questions in the AI Era with Warren Berger, the renowned Questionologist! Warren's groundbreaking book, 'A More Beautiful Question,' explores the evolving landscape where expertise fades and questions rise as the ultimate currency. This episode examines the profound importance of questions for your career, work, and relationships. We discuss how questions shape our identities, enable adaptation in an uncertain world, and unlock the secrets to asking questions effectively for humans vs. ChatGPT. Finally, we expose the mental traps and biases that hinder our inquiry and workshop five transformative questions that can supercharge your career.2023-09-1247 min
The Disrupted WorkforceKeep Your People Happy And Never Lose An Employee Again! | Joey ColemanDETAILS | We are witnessing a battle of unmet needs and expectations between employers and employees. While employers struggle to retain existing talent and new hires, 52 - 64% of current employees plan to find a new job next year. What is REALLY happening beneath the surface, what do employees want now, and how can employers adapt to meet people where they are?
In this no holds barred conversation with employee retention expert Joey Coleman, we unpack the realities and wisdom from his new book Never Lose An Employee Again. We explore his extensive research (case studies from seven continents...2023-08-2249 min
The Disrupted WorkforceDoes Anybody Want To Work Anymore? 85% are Disengaged! | Dr. Cari Skrdla, Ph.D., Jeanne-Marie Eayrs, Amy Sullivan Ryan aka Everything and JACKDETAILS | Does anybody want to work anymore? Globally, work-induced stress remains at an all-time high, employee disengagement hit a 9-year high, and some stats speculate only 15% of employees are engaged at work! Has our perspective and paradigm around engagement, effort, and purpose at work fundamentally changed? Or are we just lazier now? In this supercharged episode, we debate this topic with the three fascinating women from the Everything and JACK podcast, bringing deep expertise and diverse perspectives. We explore wages, drive, generational differences, and where early education fails us! Further, the critical debate between hustle culture and work-life balance...2023-08-0842 min
The Disrupted Workforce7 Mind-Blowing Future Trends You Must Know! | Mark BryanDETAILS | Have you ever wished you could see into the future? Wouldn’t it be cool to proactively prepare for the trends and innovations that radically impact your career, organization, and life? Most of us are reactive, but not Mark Bryan - Mark is a Futurist at the world-renowned Future Today Institute. He uses groundbreaking research and the skill of strategic foresight to give his clients an edge by making the future actionable today. In this crystal ball episode, we dive into FTI’s 2023 Trends Report and explore insights that will disrupt and shape the Future of Work: Generative AI...2023-07-2543 min
The Disrupted WorkforceCan I Bring My Authentic Self to The Office? Why Belonging Is The Future of Work | Andrea HerronDETAILS | Can I bring my authentic self to work? How should we handle mental health at work? How do companies meet increasing expectations for greater connection and belonging at work? What’s clear is that an increasing number of employees are tired of “hiding in plain sight.” Andrea Herron intimately understands these workplace culture disruptions because she has lived and led through them simultaneously. In this revealing conversation, Andrea vulnerably shares her journey to authenticity and her incredible insights on mental health from her book "There’s an Elephant In Your Office,” which she co-authored with her sister. We also discuss wh...2023-07-1146 min
The Disrupted WorkforceWho Am I Now? Reimagining Professional Identity in The Future of Work | Dr. Sarabeth BerkDETAILS | If you have ever felt misunderstood as a professional, this episode is for you! "So what do you do?" This tired question has haunted people for decades. However, today countless professionals are in career transition or "flight," as Dr. Sarabeth Berk calls it. In fact, the traditional definition, model, and success metrics around careers are quickly becoming obsolete.
So what's next? Reimagining your professional identity for the Future of Work. In this mind-altering episode, Sarabeth shares why we urgently need new language about how we talk about our career identities while fostering belonging by helping people...2023-06-2755 min
The Disrupted WorkforceUncover Your Hidden Creative Potential | Natalie NixonDETAILS | You know you have more creativity inside of you! In fact, creativity is one of the most important human skills we possess to create the Future of Work–especially in the Age of AI. From problem-solving to innovation to personal reinvention, creativity is key to unlocking fresh perspectives and generating new ideas. Despite academia, corporations, and boardrooms neglecting creativity, there is a reservoir of creativity in all of us, and we can tap into this powerful skill to do our best work. In this insightful episode, Natalie talks about reinventing herself, the importance of duality, the WonderRigor framework, wh...2023-06-1353 min
The Disrupted WorkforceWill You Get FIRED Using ChatGPT for Work?DETAILS | Everyone’s using Generative AI nowadays, but will you get FIRED for using ChatGPT or Generative AI for Work?? According to a recent Fishbowl survey, 40% of workers report using Generative AI, and nearly 70% aren’t telling their leaders! As professionals, leaders, and organizations race to unlock the power of this technology, we present 6 key points to help you avoid potential termination for using Generative AI for work. Join us for this sharp and entertaining conversation.
Key things to note: Generative AI will be roughly 100x more advanced in two years, and we foresee usage and adoption conti...2023-05-3020 min
everything and JACKWhen Do You Say Yes?Co-Hosts : Jeanne Marie Eayrs, Amy Sullivan Ryan and Dr. Cari Skrdla with "Guest-friends", Alex Schwartz and Nate Thompson a.k.a Nate & Alex from the Podcast: "The Disrupted Workforce"; passionately exploring the human experience while telling the real stories of disruption and the Future of Work." Wow ... Go Nate & Alex. Thanks for joining our show; where we talk about everything and absolutely nothing! This question is for you are friends and audience and we are NOT looking for the answers but rather in search for the question : "When Do You Say Yes?"We invite you everyday to s...2023-05-2330 min
The Disrupted WorkforceHow Deepfake AI Disrupts Work, Truth, And What’s RealDETAILS | Welcome to the AI Era, widespread synthetic media, and the beginning of reality blurred. Have you noticed the increase in images, videos, and voices that aren’t real–but look and sound real? Fake content, also known as a deepfake, is exploding! With the advancement of Generative AI tools and deepfake apps, creating fake media has never been easier and is “increasing at an estimated annual rate of 900%.” Join us to unpack the world of deepfakes, where we share shocking, surprising, funny, and even inspiring examples. What does this mean for The Future of Work? What does this mean for...2023-05-0917 min
The Disrupted WorkforceBeyond Profit: Employees Are Not Objects To Be Consumed | Tom RossiDETAILS | What does it take to build a purpose-driven business that prioritizes people over profit? Tom Rossi is a passionate human-centered leader and co-founder of Higher Pixels. He and his fellow co-founders are driven by a deep purpose to make life better for human beings through software products. One of those products is Buzzsprout–the world's largest premium podcast hosting company–which helps anyone share their voice and give their gifts to the world. What a fantastic way to help people exit loneliness, find their tribe, belonging, and build community when it matters most. In this uplifting episode, we disc...2023-04-2750 min
The Disrupted WorkforceThe Vanishing Act: Why 7.2 Million Men Disappeared From The Workforce | Dan DotyDETAILS | Despite the lowest unemployment rate in 50 years (3.5%), data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Census Bureau highlight, alarmingly, that more than 7 million men of prime working age (25-54 years old) are not working or looking for work. Why are so many men opting out of the job market, and what might get them back? To explore this question and, more broadly, what drives men, we sought out Dan Doty. Dan has dedicated his life to men's work and helping men find their edge. He helped instigate a global movement in men's work by founding EVRYMAN and...2023-04-111h 01
The Disrupted WorkforceSuper Crucial Human Skills For A Digital World | Cheryl CranDETAILS | In the age of AI Everywhere, there’s a growing conversation about Crucial Human Skills at work. But how do you actually harness them? We dove deep with Cheryl Cran, a top authority on this topic, and The Future of Work. Cheryl has spent decades teaching her clients how to become better leaders by becoming better humans. This conversation is a masterclass in understanding how human-centered leaders and organizations elevate from baseline communication to conscious communication, the dangers of polarity thinking, the importance of shifting from a “Me to We” Mindset, and using tech for good! We also unpack Cheryl...2023-03-281h 00
The Disrupted WorkforceThe Art of Letting Go: A Human-Centered Approach To Layoffs | Alex and NateDETAILS | What does it feel like to be laid off? What if you and your significant other were laid off the same year? In this TDW Trends episode, we take a deeper look at layoffs. We start with the landscape and stats, but then we drop in, and Nate shares how he and his wife were laid off within months of each other. It was a shock to their lives, identities, and bank account. The trend of layoffs will continue, but here’s the question: Is it possible to make layoffs more thoughtful, empathetic, generative, and even culture-building? To an...2023-03-1430 min
The Disrupted WorkforceBuilding a Winning Team with AI: The Future of Talent Management | Alexandra LevitDETAILS | Can AI massively reinvent hiring, help close the skills gap and create better, more satisfying job matches for all of us? That’s what we asked Alexandra Levit, a brilliant Wall Street Journal reporter, 8x author, successful entrepreneur, and futurist. She also wrote a razor-sharp and practical book on the topic (launching the same day as this episode): Deep Talent: How to Transform Your Organization and Empower Your Employees Through AI. In This fascinating conversation, Alexandra discusses the promise of AI in reimagining talent and talent pools in ways that were previously impossible, as well as her insider’s vie...2023-02-2857 min
The Disrupted WorkforceLeaving Google, A Poet Discovers “Keys” to Innovation | Tucker BryantDETAILS | A Poet? At Stanford? At Google? Using ancient poetic tools to unlock breakthrough innovation for top leaders and organizations? Tucker Bryant lives comfortably in a world of paradox: High-achieving yet humble. Powerfully self-aware, yet authentically flawed. Holding a "golden ticket" for success yet risking it all to think, act and create differently. – Join us for an inspiring conversation about Tucker's journey to self-discovery and his creation of "The Poet's Keys" - a powerful way to break down individual and organizational blocks to innovative thinking. We delve into the powerful juxtapositions of curiosity vs. certainty, the power of reflection, emb...2023-02-2148 min
The Disrupted WorkforceDr. Karen Doll | Mental Health And The Power Of Psychological Fitness At WorkGUEST | Dr. Karen Doll is a Licensed Psychologist, Consultant, and #1 International Bestselling author of Building Psychological Fitness: How High Performers Achieve with Ease and her similar LinkedIn Learning course. She has spent 25 years partnering with industry-leading organizations and coaching professionals. Working at the intersection of personal well-being and professional development, Dr. Doll is committed to mental health advocacy and awareness in the workplace. www.drkarendoll.com
DETAILS | Join us to unpack the red-hot trend of mental health in the workplace! We dissect current research indicating 50-80% of US workers are experiencing work-related negative mental health conditions. As...2023-01-3136 min
The Disrupted WorkforceRobert Mulhall | Leading With Love, A Human-Centered CEO’s JourneyGUEST | Robert Mulhall is the CEO of The Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health: a multi-generational leader in yoga and mindfulness focused on igniting personal and societal transformation. Robert has two decades of experience in diverse industries. His career has allowed him to cross the private and public sectors multiple times as a manager with PricewaterhouseCoopers, a co-founder and CEO of an award-winning social enterprise, a director of programs for Concern Worldwide Innovation’s Unit in partnership with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and UNICEF; and a coach and consultant with The Crossland Group. Robert has received numerous awa...2023-01-2451 min
The Disrupted WorkforceHeather McGowan | What’s The Next Best Version Of Yourself?GUEST | Heather McGowan is a Future of Work Strategist, sense maker, dot connector, deep thinker, and pattern matcher who sees things others miss. As a future-of-work strategist, Heather helps leaders prepare their people and organizations for the post-pandemic world. As a keynote speaker, Heather gives lucidity to complex topics through her research-rich graphic frameworks and powerful metaphors. LinkedIn ranked her as the #1 global voice for education, she was listed as one of the Top 50 Female Futurists in Forbes, and NYT columnist Thomas Friedman describes her as "the oasis" when it comes to insights into the future of work. She is...2022-12-2048 min
The Disrupted WorkforceGiselle Mota | 20% Of The Workforce Is Neurodiverse, And Many Don’t Know ItGUEST | Giselle Mota is a Future of Work expert and the chief of product inclusion with a remarkable background, including being named to the Top 100 Future of Work thought leaders list, a college professor, TEDx speaker, the creator of the NFTY Collective, singer and musician. Giselle focuses on the diversity and inclusion side of the Future of Work conversation while leading disability and inclusion into web3 and metaverse.
DETAILS | What if your perceived weakness was your superpower? What if what makes you different was a gift in the Future of Work? Giselle Mota is living proof of t...2022-12-061h 06
The Disrupted WorkforceErin Halper | Women Quit To Rise In The Solopreneur EconomyGUEST | Erin Halper is the founder and CEO of The UPSIDE, where top independent consultants join forces to advance their business. Since launching The Upside in 2017, Erin has helped thousands of women transition from corporate life to take their expertise into independent consulting to achieve more flexibility, autonomy, and a renewed sense of purpose in their careers.
DETAILS | Women leaders are quitting at the highest rate recorded since 2015! You might think this was sparked by the pandemic, the great resignation, or fueled by changing values in the workplace. But Erin reminds us this isn’t a new tr...2022-11-1555 min
The Disrupted WorkforceNate & Alex | Own Your Future With A Future of Work Mindset!DETAILS | The workplace and the global talent market are changing faster than at any point in human history – and it’s only getting faster. The myth is that the Future of Work is only about reskilling and upskilling. But it’s not just skills being disrupted; it’s our sense of self and identity. People overwhelmingly associate what we DO - with who we ARE. The truth is the Future of Work is challenging many of our deepest-held beliefs, habits, expectations, and assumptions. Join us to dive into what a mindset is and how it works, examine a traditional mindset...2022-10-2731 min
The Disrupted WorkforceBrad Shuck | Is your job impacting your health and well-being?GUESTS | Brad Shuck is an author, speaker, and award-winning Professor of Human Resources and Organizational Development at the University of Louisville, working on an exciting new field of research called Work Determinants of Health. Brad is also the Co-Founder of OrgVitals, a startup focused on the emerging intersection of employee experience and well-being. This hot new space will be huge in the Future of Work.
DETAILS | If you have ever wondered if work impacts your health, this episode is for you! For decades work and well-being have been separated, and employees haven’t felt safe talking about wh...2022-08-301h 06
The Disrupted WorkforceAlex & Nate | 6 Trends That Will Define Your Career and FutureDETAILS | TDW TRENDS! Waves of disruption continue to wash over the workforce, and it's a strange brew out there. In this episode, we reflect on how the workforce has changed over the last 2.5 years and share our thoughts about how the workforce will continue to evolve. We illuminate how the career has permanently changed (a special shoutout to Marianne Ruggiero @ Optima Careers) and where things stand for the job market. Finally, we distill all the macro disruptions into 6 critical trends that will define your career and future. Let's go!!
OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT Y...2022-08-0225 min
The Disrupted WorkforceSherry Turkle | Mastering Empathy: Your Superpower That AI Can’t MatchGUESTS | Sherry Turkle, the Abby Rockefeller Mauze Professor of the Social Studies of Science and Technology at MIT and the founding director of the MIT Initiative on Technology and Self. A licensed clinical psychologist and TED Speaker, Sherry is the acclaimed author of six books, including Alone, Together, The New York Times bestseller Reclaiming Conversation, and her latest book, The Empathy Diaries: A Memoir.
DETAILS | Sherry passionately takes us on a powerful tour of empathy, a superpower in this digital age. This heart-centered conversation includes the Four Empathy Rules most individuals and organizations are only getting half right, why messy em...2022-06-141h 17
The Disrupted WorkforceKate and Stephen | 50% Of Americans Don’t Believe A Good Job Is Within ReachGUESTS | Kate Markin Coleman, former EVP, Chief Strategy and Advancement Officer of YMCA, and Stephen Goldsmith, Professor of the Practice of Urban Affairs at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government.
DETAILS | Kate and Stephen join TDW to discuss their eye-opening new book Growing Fairly: How to Build Opportunity and Equity in Workforce Development. They share hard truths, such as there is no integrated workforce development program in the US, and the number of Americans who are pessimistic about what additional education can do for them has tripled from 12 to 35%. This is why they are taking a...2022-05-2458 min
The Disrupted WorkforceNate & Alex | Your Next Colleague Might Be A Robot...DETAILS | Nate and Alex discuss the rapid expansion of physical robots at work and home – innovative new features, abilities, and how they’ll impact us. For decades we have marveled at the idea of helpful robots in movies and TV shows. Today they are becoming our new colleagues and companions. Join us in exploring how robots are disrupting the workforce, helping at home, and even teaching social and emotional skills to our children.
LINKS | Robots discussed Sophia, Chippy, Canvas, ROBEAR, Moxi (Care), Moxie (Kids), Moley, Somatic, Shimon
OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVE...2022-04-2521 min
The Disrupted WorkforcePavan Pardasani: Heart-centered leadership and the return of nightlife!GUEST | Pavan Pardasani, Chief Marketing Officer of Tao Hospitality Group
DETAILS | Hospitality was one of the hardest-hit industries in 2020 and is still battling to recover in 2021. Pavan gives us an intimate look into what service, innovation, and heart-centered leadership looked like for this amazing brand in unprecedented times. Harvard Business school runs an annual business case on Tao Group, and after this episode, you'll know why. Plus, get an insider's POV on what it takes to succeed in this business and why technology will never replace the humanity needed for the exemplary guest experience.
OVERVIEW | A...2022-03-1254 min
The Disrupted WorkforceTristan Harris: Saying ”I love you” to a chatbot, the Metaverse, and toxic business modelsGUEST | Tristan Harris, TIME Magazine’s 100 “Next Leaders Shaping the Future,” creator of the wildly successful documentary The Social Dilemma, co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology, and co-host of the podcast Your Undivided Attention.
DETAILS | Behind social technologies' fun and playful facade is something far more serious and sinister. Tristan Harris is the original whistleblower on Big Tech using persuasive technology, brain hijacking, and reducing humans to monetized units of attention. Tristan joined TDW to talk about the Metaverse, toxic business models, attention as a superpower, the rise of virtualized relationships (love/friendships/porn), and how Web3 has the...2022-03-0856 min
The Disrupted WorkforceNate and Alex | The Great Resignation Decoded, 15 Reasons People Are QuittingDETAILS | We distill the "WHY" behind the greatest job migration in American history. More people have quit than ever, and there are more reasons than ever to quit, change jobs, and switch it up! Plus, one compelling reason to stay.
OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What would it feel like to belong and not get stuck? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need reskilling by 2030, and more than 300 million jobs will be impacted by AI — work, identity, and what it means to be huma...2022-01-2531 min
The Disrupted WorkforceJuan Bendana | Are the Kids OK?GUEST | Juan Bendana, keynote speaker, author, entrepreneur, and DJ who speaks to high school and college students in 50 cities reaching 50,000 students across Canada and the US each year.
DETAILS | The lives of high school and college students have been turned upside down for over a year, 192 countries shuttered schools and education is being rapidly disrupted by technology. It has been painful for students, teachers, administrators, and parents. Our guest and close friend to Nate Thompson from their days at Global Youth Leadership Summit has a unique insider's view into the world of high school and college students...2021-05-011h 12
The Disrupted WorkforceErica Keswin | Rituals in Life and Work | Meaning, Belonging, and PurposeGUEST | Erica Keswin, Workplace Strategist, Executive Coach, Podcaster, and Author of the bestselling books Bring Your Human to Work (2018) and Rituals Roadmap (2021)
DETAILS | What are your personal and workplace rituals? Is it time to create some new rituals? Whether we realize it or not, we have rituals all around us. When thoughtfully curated, rituals foster belonging, psychological safety, purpose, and increased performance. In fact, rituals are part of the secret sauce in families, cultures, and communities!
OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What wo...2021-04-0153 min
The Disrupted WorkforceJason Digges | Authentic Relating: Conflict = EnergyGUEST | Jason Digges, Co-Founder of ART International and Author of Conflict = Energy: The Transformative Practice of Authentic Relating
DETAILS | Upgraded communication is a superpower--especially in the digital age. Join us as we explore authentic relating, a transformational practice to build deeper and more meaningful connections as we navigate relationships, conflict, and the pandemic.
OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What would it feel like to belong and not get stuck? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need reskilling by 2030, and more than 300 m...2021-02-101h 26
The Disrupted WorkforceBen Pring | The Future of Work: Put your surfboard on the wave!Guest | Ben Pring, Co-Founder of the Cognizant Center for the future of Work and Author of What To Do When Machines Do Everything and upcoming book Monster: A Tough Love Letter to the Machines That Rule Our Jobs, Lives, and Future.
Details | The Future of Work has been rapidly changing over the past five years, but the pandemic has accelerated global change in a way no one could have predicted. Join us for this fascinating conversation with Ben Pring as we discuss what’s happening, what’s next, and how to put your surfboard on this giant wave!2021-01-081h 30
The Disrupted WorkforceAlex and Nate | In the Trenches with Mindset and ResilienceDETAILS | In this vulnerable episode, we will share a quick review of where things stand with the pandemic and then dive deep into the power of mindset and resilience. Instead of providing a bumper sticker overview, we are going to take you into the trenches and share the mindset and resilience hacks and best practices that helped us through the toughest moments of our lives.
OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What would it feel like to belong and not get stuck? It is...2020-09-091h 22
The Disrupted WorkforceCamille Fetter | The inside scoop on the job market and who’s hiring now!DETAILS | In this exciting episode, we dive into the realities of the job market, gain expert insights from our guest Camille Fetter, founder and CEO of the Chicago based executive search firm Talentfoot, and provide a detailed listing of who’s hiring now.
OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What would it feel like to belong and not get stuck? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need reskilling by 2030, and more than 300 million jobs will be impacted by AI — work, identity, and what it means t...2020-06-2436 min
The Disrupted WorkforceAlex and Nate | 7 ideas for more meaningful connection and self-care during CoronavirusDETAILS | Coronavirus and the subsequent recession have dramatically changed life as we know it. We are living through one of the most challenging times in history. In our first episode, we focus on some of the challenges of sheltering-in-place and the pitfalls and opportunities of being so reliant on our technologies, sharing 7 actionable ideas to set up better boundaries and behaviors for more meaningful connection and self-care during these unprecedented times. As we all know, if we lose our health everything else crumbles, so it makes sense to start with self-care.
OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT an...2020-05-1334 min