Unleashing the Power of People: Reimagining the Workplace

Why Listen? The future of leadership isn't about replacing humans. It's about empowering them with smarter tools to streamline critical management tasks. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the rapid rise of generative AI or unsure where to start your learning journey, this episode is your perfect entry point. Experience Management Institute Co-Founder & Chief Emily Douglas-McNab introduces the creative minds behind a new AI course. They share: Why mastering the art of prompting ...

Why Listen? In this latest episode, Experience Management Institute colleagues Michael Katz and Taylor Tamang dive into the most significant disruptors in today's workplace. They offer their unique perspectives as Millennial and Gen Z professionals on how to navigate the complexities of the modern work environment. The conversation provides valuable insights for leaders and employees of all levels on how to adapt to and thrive amidst the constant change around us in the workplace ...

Why Listen? We know you want and need a playlist for artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace. And this episode closes with that playlist! But first you'll want to listen in to learn about how our guests are reimagining the future of work *today* with the help of AI. You're hearing about how fast sectors like medicine, business, and science are moving thanks to AI. What about PK–12 education? Check out how HR and other leaders in education are using AI to achieve productivity—and n...

Why Listen? Tune in to this episode to explore the challenges of attracting and retaining educators. Discover how two experienced Human Resources leaders from suburban Chicago school districts tackled these issues head-on through innovative stay interview programs developed during their participation in the Executive Human Capital Leader in Education certification program. Learn about: Unique approaches to recruitment and retention with the help of stay interviews The power o...

Why Listen? In this episode, members of the EXMI staff have a conversation with Supt. Dana Addis of Hudson City Schools, a Northeast Ohio suburban district that’s been dynamic for decades. Emerging from COVID, the district worked hard to set a strong foundation for their strategic plan. The plan won an award from the Ohio School Public Relations Association: the coveted Mark of Distinction. This means the judges gave it an A grade—in a field of much stiffer competition than in previous years ...

Why Listen? This episode features two human capital leaders in education from Garland Independent School District, a Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex-area organization serving the communities of Garland, Rowlett, and Sachse, Texas. With 50,000+ students, the district is the second-largest in Dallas County, fifth-largest in Dallas-Fort Worth, 15th-largest in Texas, and one of the 100 largest in the nation. Guests address how to develop and implement a comprehensive human capital management syste...

Why Listen? How do we ensure respect for all? SHRM has removed the work "equity" from its program name. Yet a recent EdWeek article states there are still impactful efforts going on in districts, focused on belonging. The important work here is about improvements to the employee and student experience. Culture and climate are enhanced by awareness and action informed through access and belonging. How can we shift the focus so the conversations continue, and the hard work to ensure respect ...

Why Listen? Up to 20% of education employees could be impacted by the recent Fair Labor Standards Act changes for exempt employees. Guests Emily Douglas-McNab and Dr. Kate Heynoski, Co-Founders and Chiefs at Experience Management Institute, share their insights, along with the organization's VP of Client Services Teresa Daulong. Topics They cover the who, what, where, when, why, and how of the updates—and the next best steps for educational organizations to take as they: Look at the data t...

In this episode, Experience Management Institute (EXMI) Co-Founder and Chief Emily Douglas-McNab hosts American Association of School Personnel Administrators Executive Director Kelly Coash-Johnson and EXMI VP of Engagement Kim Ratcliff. They discuss how to bridge the gap between HR and PR for better employee recruiting, featuring: Truths and lies about recruitingCreating meaningful experienceTelling true stories of HR and PR working together for recruitment successUsing data to build p...

Segment 1: Meet EXMI’s Co-Founders and Get to Know Their Vision Host Kim Ratcliff, VP of Engagement at Experience Management Institute (EXMI), begins this first segment with an introduction to Experience Management Institute’s Co-Founders and Chiefs Emily Douglas-McNab and Kate Heynoski. They share their their vision for the podcast, their inspiration for being committed to people experience, and their perspectives on what makes us thrive as humans in the workplace. In a world where AI is b...

Experience Management Institute's new podcast explores what inspires innovators and leaders in people experience—a world that includes people management, mentoring, coaching, training, and development; human resources, human capital systems and process improvement; organizational development, and internal communications. We'll talk to experts and thought leaders about how we can create workplaces that are more productive, innovative, and human-centered—all focused on revolutionizing th...