The Behaviorist

Join Liz Orr and Sarah Colantonio as they dig into a lesser-known aspect of the Enneagram types: the Instincts. Since instincts originate from an unconscious place, having an understanding of our default and what they look like can help us navigate conflict and lead more effectively. To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

In this episode of The Behaviorist, we're introducing The Reset, a simple yet powerful self-coaching method designed by Work Wisdom to help you reframe your perspective, recenter your mind, and reality-test your current challenges. Whether you're facing change, working through adversity, or both, this tool is here to support your growth. You'll hear the origin story of the Reset methodology, along with two guided experiences: use it during your commute with Maria Hoover’s calming voice helping you return to peace, or incorporate it into your journaling practice with Todd Snovel’s reflective guidance toward clarity and hope. To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

In this episode of The Behaviorist, we're introducing The Reset, a simple yet powerful self-coaching method designed by Work Wisdom to help you reframe your perspective, recenter your mind, and reality-test your current challenges. Whether you're facing change, working through adversity, or both, this tool is here to support your growth. You'll hear the origin story of the Reset methodology, along with two guided experiences: use it during your commute with Maria Hoover’s calming voice helping you return to peace, or incorporate it into your journaling practice with Todd Snovel’s reflective guidance toward clarity and hope. To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

In this episode of The Behaviorist, we're introducing The Reset, a simple yet powerful self-coaching method designed by Work Wisdom to help you reframe your perspective, recenter your mind, and reality-test your current challenges. Whether you're facing change, working through adversity, or both, this tool is here to support your growth. You'll hear the origin story of the Reset methodology, along with two guided experiences: use it during your commute with Maria Hoover’s calming voice helping you return to peace, or incorporate it into your journaling practice with Todd Snovel’s reflective guidance toward clarity and hope. To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

When so much of our worklife is about conflict, how do we learn to value disagreements and harness the benefits of crackly tension?  Research is increasingly demonstrating that the most powerful teams are those that know how to disagree and even fight to improve and sharpen ideas, all the while preserving (or repairing!) the relationship.  Bring your pen when you listen to this episode, as you'll want to take notes! To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

The quality of our team’s conversations drives the quality of our outcomes.  It’s that simple.  Listen in as Kedren and Sarah discuss team conversations and how to gauge their quality by noticing whether three distinct interactions are happening and how all of it contributes to the overall existence of psychological safety.  To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

While you might think that too much authenticity can backfire, trust in our leaders is low, and employee engagement is low. We are desperate for leaders who lead with authenticity. So what does that mean for Authentic Leaders? How do we balance being authentic and leading? Join Sarah and Abby Rivera as they discuss what it means to be an authentic leader and how that can lead to trust and high performance on your team.  To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

Have you ever been on a Zoom call where a single raised eyebrow or subtle head shake said it all—no words needed? In this episode of The Behaviorist, host, Kedren Crosby, is joined by Work Wisdom President, Sarah Colantonio, and Director of Communications, Hunter Smith, for an insightful exploration of the world of nonverbal communication. From the foundational work of anthropologist Ray Birdwhistell on kinesics, to Gen Z’s fashion-forward self-expression at work, and even a nod to David Rose’s expressive genius on Schitt’s Creek, this conversation dives deep into how we communicate beyond words and why it matters more than ever. To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

Are you feeling burned out and unmotivated with your work? In this episode of The Behaviorist, host Sarah Colantonio is joined by Maria Hoover, Director of Educational Services at Capital Area IU, and Todd Snovel, Chief Leadership & Engagement Officer at the County Commissioners Association of PA, for an insightful conversation about sparking intrinsic motivation in themselves and others. What drives us from within, and how does that differ from external rewards? How can we recognize and strengthen our own internal motivators? Tune in as Sarah, Maria, and Todd explore the science and strategies behind tapping into our intrinsic motivation and why it matters more than ever. To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

In our latest episode of The Behaviorist, we explore the fascinating concept of "split personas"—how we create separate versions of ourselves for work and life. Drawing on the hit show Severance, Dr. Ryan Berardi, Dr. Alex Rohrer, and Emily Abbruzzese dive into the psychological cost of living with these dual identities. Are we sacrificing authenticity for safety? Can we truly integrate our personal and professional selves, or does the divide serve a deeper purpose? Tune in as we unravel these complex questions and discover practices that can support both our work and mental well-being. To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

The Behaviorist Podcast has been a library of ideas, a resource for shared language, a training manual, a community meet up, and most of all, a labor of love by the team at Work Wisdom.  Join our producer AND host, Adam Rohrer, as he interviews the founders of The Behaviorist Podcast, Sarah Colantonio and Kedren Crosby, to learn about the surprises and thrills of creating 100 episodes of the only podcast that delivers accessible, concrete tools to help you achieve good work AND have more joy on your journey. To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

What does it mean to lead with calm amidst chaos? Why is equanimity so essential for leaders navigating complexity, conflict, and constant change? And how can leaders cultivate this inner steadiness without becoming detached or indifferent? In this week’s episode of The Behaviorist, Kedren Crosby sits down with Jenna Cramer, President & CEO of Green Building Alliance, and Joe McMonagle, Chief Business Development Officer at ATOMIC, to discuss the powerful, yet often elusive, leadership trait of equanimity. To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

How do we accept evolution and become skillful at leveraging perpetually shifting realities? What is 'Walk Away Power,' and why does it make perfect sense to talk about Chappell Roan at the Grammy Awards on The Behaviorist? Join Jaime Arroyo, Dylan, and Kedren as they reflect, explore, and develop dynamic methods and mindsets for adapting as individuals and organizations. Hear Jaime discuss how a winning modern 'game plan' actually requires that we skillfully improvise 'play by play.' Listen along as we let the antifragile framework help us reimagine who we are becoming and how we will continue to do good work in new, evolving ways. To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

Join us as Mike McKenna talks with Clarke Madden from the PA Office of the State Inspector General about the way a strategy screen is just the right tool to strengthen your decision-making in your work, and even in your personal life! To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom). *Views expressed by guests are their own, and no endorsement of any good or service is expressed or implied.

Five years after Kedren interviewed Fearless Leaders Jess King and Sam Bressi in an article on WW Press, she meets up with them again to explore what additional wisdom they’ve gleaned through the past challenging years to help leaders now.   Join the three leaders in discussing the necessity of building values-aligned teams, quantifying your fears, habituating renewal, reframing uncertainty, dropping the need for credit, and even forgiving in order to sustain fearless leadership for the long game. To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram (@workwisdom).

Work Wisdom's 2017 office was our first foray into Work Wisdom Design, where every detail of space: light, furniture, color, and fabric, was used to cultivate an aspired identity and culture. Join Kedren Crosby and Christy Slothower in a conversation about intentionally using design to create the best future for your teams and your company. In this episode, Kedren and Christy share their motivation, methods, and aspirations of Work Wisdom Design. The conversation is driven by the words of Peter Drucker, "The best way to predict the future is to create it" and Modernist architect Mies van der Rhoe, "God is in the details."     You can follow Work Wisdom On LinkedIn and Instagram, at @workwisdom, and learn more at our website at https://www.workwisdomllc.com.

Join us for a powerful conversation as Ryan Berardi sits down with Dr. Taylor Alouisa and Dr. Alex Rohrer to explore the essential role of “trust density” in fostering impactful work. Discover practical insights on building and maintaining “trust hygiene” in the face of pivotal, complex challenges that not only affect trust today but shape the foundation for stronger relationships tomorrow. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of trust in transformative ways! To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram (@workwisdom).  

What really drives a leadership team to greatness? Hint: it’s *not* about everyone being a superstar. Join Sarah, Dylan, and Kedren as they dive into the essential ingredients that make executive teams excel. Discover the surprising qualities that elevate team performance and how balancing the paradox of leadership is key to sustained success. Ready to rethink what it takes to lead? Don't miss this insightful conversation To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram (@workwisdom).      

The Work Wisdom team invites you to join us for our second installment of our series on Curiosity as we explore what behaviors you can adopt that enhance your ability to learn and grow. We will also explore some behaviors and mindsets that may interfere with your curiosity and block you from engaging with information in ways that are ripe for learning To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram (@workwisdom).    

Asking questions that help us more deeply and richly connect can be harder than it seems. Join us in our series on the benefits of cultivating curiosity as we explore the art of asking questions with Dr. Scott Waltman To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram (@workwisdom).