Humanity Working

Erica Rooney is a Chief People Officer, Executive Coach and Consultant, and host of the  Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors podcast. Her new book “Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors” is due out later this year. Erica is on a mission to to help women get seen, get heard, and get promoted, by empowering them to break free from the sticky floors to bust through the glass ceiling. In this episode, Paul and Erica discuss limiting beliefs and toxic behaviors that Erica believes are holding women (and men) back from fully reaching their goals. Resources mentioned in this podcast: Erica’s Website - https://www.ericaandersonrooney.com From Now to Next Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6DIQ4J82vDYL5mqauXwlTuHumanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Brian Elliott is the co-founder of Future Forum, an initiative backed by Slack and Boston Consulting Group, focused on building flexible work environments that Flourish. He is the author of the best-selling book “How the Future Works”. Resources mentioned in this episode: How the Future Works - https://futureforum.com/how-the-future-works/Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Charlie Gilkey is a business author, speaker, coach, and entrepreneur specializing in leadership, teamwork, and productivity. His new book is Team Habits: How Small Actions Lead to Extraordinary Results  Resources mentioned in this podcast: Charlies’s Company - Productive Flourishing - https://www.productiveflourishing.com Team Habits Book - https://www.betterteamhabits.comHumanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Lori Mazan is a the co-founder, president, and chief coaching officer of Sounding Board, Inc., which offers a tech-driven, human-centric approach to leadership development to customers including Chevron, Sprint, and Citibank. In her new book Leadership Revolution: The Future of Developing Dynamic Leaders - Mazan describes how to develop capabilities in leaders that produce immediate, positive business results. In this episode, Paul an Lori discuss the major findings from her book, and look at how leadership is evolving as work environments transform.Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Sharekh Shaikh is the Founder of CleverX, a platform that powers market research teams by providing them with access to the tools and the hardest-to-reach commercial audiences. Sharekh previously worked with Gartner, to create secure collaboration environments for tech leaders.In this edition, Paul and Sharekh discuss the benefits and challenges of researching sentiment in business customers, and take a detailed look at how the same techniques can be used to understand sentiments inside organizations.Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Zach Rattner is the CTO and Co-Founder of Yembo.ai, and author of the new book, Grow Up Fast: Lessons from an AI Startup. In this podcast Zach and Paul discuss how AI is way more than just ChatGPT - what it’s good (and not good at), how it’s being used in specialist settings, and what that means for employees looking to thrive in a world increasingly dominated by AI. Resources mentioned in this podcast: Yembo.ai is the global leader in AI-based virtual home surveys - https://yembo.ai Details of Zach’s book - Grow Up Fast: Lessons from an AI Startup can be found here: https://growupfastbook.com/Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Dr. Laura Hamill is an organizational psychologist and business leader, focusing on the intersection of science and HR. Laura is an expert on creating great places to work. Her research is centered around employee well-being, employee engagement, and organizational culture. Laura is the owner of Paris Phoenix Group, a consulting firm specializing in driving impactful research and outcomes. In her consulting business, Laura has had the opportunity to work with numerous organizations to assess and transform their cultures. Laura was also a co-founder of Limeade, an employee experience software company, where she held the dual roles of Chief People Officer and Chief Science Officer. Before Limeade, Laura worked at Microsoft as the Director of People Research. She is a sought-after thought leader and speaker – having keynoted at major tech and HR conferences and featured in Fast Company, Forbes, HR Executive, Inc., NPR, SELF, US News & World Report, and other top HR publications. Laura is also a host on the Happy at Work podcast, where she interviews organizational leaders, Human Resources professionals, and positive psychology researchers to create more positive workplaces. Laura also is writing a book with The Economist about organizational culture to be published later this year. Laura earned her Ph.D. and M.S. in industrial/organizational psychology from Old Dominion University and a B.A. in psychology from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She lives in Woodinville, Washington, with her husband, two children, and golden retriever. Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Paul is joined by his BillionMinds co-founder Ryan Tubbs to explore the dynamic world of employee development. Drawing from Ryan's recent in-depth research, they discuss the pivotal role employers have in fostering soft skills like adaptability and resilience within their organizations. Included in this episode: How we can learn from fields like engineering to measurably improve soft skilllsHow employee needs vary as workers advance through their careersHow certification can act as a major motivator Why small and medium size businesses need to focus on this more. This conversation should be particularly useful for HR leaders, learning and development executives, and CEOs of smaller organizations, as it offers practical strategies for preparing companies for the future of work. This podcast is brought to you by BillionMinds - a company that prepares workforces for the future of work. Learn more at billionminds.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Minal Bopaiah is an award-winning author, keynote speaker and equity strategist. She founded Brevity & Wit, a strategy and design firm that helps organizations achieve the change they want to see in the world. Her first book, Equity: How to Design Organizations Where Everyone Thrives (Berrett-Koehler, 2021), was described as “a succinct jewel” by Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Jody Williams and was awarded the 2022 Terry McAdam Book Award for the book most likely to change the way nonprofit professionals work. Minal has delivered memorable talks at numerous conferences and companies, including Salesforce, NPR, and SXSW. Her thought leadership has been published in the Stanford Social Innovation Review and TheHill.com. Today she joins Paul to discuss the key findings from her book, and explain why this work is so important to her personally. Key Resources: Equity: How to Design Organizations Where Everyone Thrives - https://theequitybook.com/ The Complexity of Equity in Remote Work - https://brevityandwit.com/resources/blog/the-complexity-of-equity-in-remote-work/Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Paul welcomes back Dr. Charles Michael Austin, also known as Dr. Chaz, for an in-depth discussion about his latest book, "101 Ways to Find Work... and Keep Finding Work for the Rest of Your Career." This episode is a must-listen for anyone eager to navigate the evolving landscape of employment, whether you're job hunting, seeking growth in your current role, or just curious about the changing dynamics of the workplace. About Dr. Chaz: Dr. Charles Michael Austin, an expert in Organizational Leadership with a Doctorate from Pepperdine University, brings over two decades of experience in guiding leaders and managers across the globe. Dr. Chaz is renowned for his proficiency in enhancing leadership effectiveness and leveraging social media for professional outreach. His expertise extends to training individuals in the Gig Economy on how to effectively market themselves. Additionally, Dr. Chaz is a seasoned educator, teaching a variety of courses in business, leadership, and communication. Key Resources: Dr Chaz LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chazaustin/ Dr Chaz TedX Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3gf1kK3iLc 101 Ways to Find Work... and Keep Finding Work for the Rest of Your Career - https://a.co/d/69gGhH2 LinkedIn Learning CoursesCREATING A CAREER PLAN - http://goo.gl/IFMDCj SUCCEEDING IN A NEW JOB - https://goo.gl/lYxRSH TRANSITIONING OUT OF YOUR JOB - http://goo.gl/YtWBkr Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Sarah Scala M. Ed & OD is the Founder, President, and Principal Consultant of Sarah Scala Consulting, which provides executive coaching, DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) facilitation, organization development, learning strategy, LGBTQ+ leadership coaching, leadership development, and change management consulting to organizations, with the goal of increasing client revenue, reducing turnover, and creating business value. In this discussion Paul and Sarah talk about DEIB. They discuss how DEIB initiatives translate into improve business results, how the field has transformed over the years, the impact of recent rulings in the Supreme Court, and how the influx of new employees is changing matters.Sarah Scala Consulting can be found at https://www.sarahscala.com Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Paul explores the transformative power of design thinking in leadership with Karen Ziegler, the leader of Designed for Innovation. In the discussion they demystify design thinking and showcases its role in sculpting today's and tomorrow's leaders. Whether you're new to the concept or well versed in human-centered design, this discussion will help you understand how to craft innovative solutions and bolster your leadership skills. Karen's insights promise to inspire a shift from traditional roles to dynamic skill sets, all through the lens of rigorous design thinking methodologies. This episode comes to you from BillionMinds, your partner in preparing for the future of work by fostering adaptability and resilience among employees. Get to know more about how BillionMinds can elevate your organizational leadership by connecting with us on LinkedIn or visiting billionminds.com. If our journey into innovative leadership resonates with you, please express your support with a like and a review on your favorite podcast app. Resources mentioned in this episode. Designed for Innovation Website: www.designedforinnovation.com Infographic showing the business benefits of design thinking: https://www.designedforinnovation.com/post/design-thinking-the-upskill-multiplier Information about the Cultivate App: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OkZs4GnTvMHumanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Paul delves deep into authentic leadership with James Kelley Ph.D. - the ex-CEO and Co-Founder of qChange. Discover the intersection of soft skills intelligence, leadership, and personal growth as Dr. Kelley unpacks his journey after stepping down from qChange, potentially facing significant financial implications. Drawing insights from his enlightening book, "The Crucible’s Gift," he highlights the transformative power of crises and reveals attributes central to genuine leadership. Resources mentioned in this episode: The Crucible’s Gift - 5 Lessons from Authentic Leaders Who Thrive in AdversityHumanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Carol Schultz is Founder and CEO of Vertical Elevation an organization that helps companies create maximum efficiency by aligning talent strategy to business strategy. Carol is also the author of Powered by People: How Talent-Centric Organizations Master Recruitment, Retention and Revenue. In this discussion Paul and Carol discuss how to optimize your organization to make it a great place to work, and the role that continuous development of employees play in retaining them. Carol’s book is available at https://a.co/d/hIRX8V4. Resources mentioned in the podcast: Carol’s company - Vertical Elevation - https://www.verticalelevation.com Article in Leadership Now about avoiding chasing trends when managing your company - https://www.leadershipnow.com/leadingblog/2023/01/stop_letting_the_latest_trend.htmlHumanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Santiago Jaramillo is the co-founder and former CEO of Bunny Studios. In this wide ranging discussion he discusses the creative process at scale, gives great insight on how to set expectations and vet talent, and examines how to combine human effort with AI.Santiago Jaramillo is the CEO of Bunny Studio. Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Welcome to Season 4:In this episode, Matt and Paul introduce the new name, the new season, and discuss how AI and other technology trends will impact both employers and employees.Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Tamara Sanderson is the co-founder of the company Remote Works and the co-author of Remote Works: Managing for Freedom, Flexibility and Focus. Tam's has worked in many different highly distributed work environments including Oliver Wyman, Google, and Automattic. Her new book is loaded with practical steps on how you as a manager can optimize your work environment for remote and hybrid employees. In this discussion, Paul and Tam cover:Common manager archetypes, and how well (or poorly) they are suited to remote work environmentsHow to excel at asynchronous communicationsWhy the right tools for the right time are essential in remote work environmentsYou can find more information on the book Remote Works at https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/717914/remote-works-by-ali-greene-and-tamara-sanderson/Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Corey Hynes is the CEO of Skillable, an experiential learning company focused on helping employees create up to date technical skills. Skillable has been 100% remote since its inception 20 years ago. In this episode, Corey discusses how to hire employees that will thrive in remote environments, how to create an environment that keeps them engages, how and when these employees should gather together physically, and the relationship between transparency and trust in remote-first organizations.For more information on Skillable, visit their website at www.skillable.comHumanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Matt Watkinson is the CEO of Methodical and the co-author of the new book Mastering Uncertainty. His previous books include The Grid and The Ten Principles Behind Great Customer Experiences, which won the CMI's Management Book of the Year.In this episode, Paul and Matt discuss how embracing uncertainty can help you make better business decisions and have a positive effect on how you view the challenges of everyday life. They also discuss why many of the deterministic principles used in traditional business settings are inherently flawed and look at how leaders and managers that embrace uncertainty can create more rewarding and effective business cultures.For more information on the book Mastering Uncertainty, see - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/724035/mastering-uncertainty-by-matt-watkinson-and-csaba-konkoly/Order Mastering Uncertainty here.Mentioned Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver BurkemanHumanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

Dr. Charles Michael Austin (Dr. Chaz) is a leading expert on career marketing and packaging for employees. He has worked for over 20 years as a college professor, career counselor, private coach, and corporate trainer, and is the author or co-author of multiple books discussing career development and the Gig economy, including the book "How to find work....and keep finding work for the rest of your life".In this episode:Why corporate loyalty to employees is deadWhat to do about it as an employeeHow to use your power as a manager responsiblyWhy teams should be focused on doing LESS workYou can find out more about Dr. Chaz's work on his website chazaustin.comUseful Links: https://www.amazon.com/Ways-Find-Work-Finding-Career/dp/1976421640/ref=sr_1_1?crid=O6BQX3DPQKUL&keywords=Dr+Charles+Michael+Austin&qid=1678741795&sprefix=dr+charles+michael+austin%2Caps%2C462&sr=8-1https://www.amazon.com/Find-Work-Keep-Finding-Rest/dp/1468172182/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1678741827&refinements=p_27%3ADr.+Charles+Michael+Austin&s=books&sr=1-2&text=Dr.+Charles+Michael+AustinHumanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.