Podcasts about Agility

Dependencies Destroy Agility and PredictabilityWhy do organizations desire Agile?Two of the most common items I hear organizations and executives identify as reasons for adopting Agile methods and practices are to increase their delivery speed and to become more predicable. When will X be done? There are valid financial reasons for these goals such as: when can we expect to book revenue for product X?How to connect with AgileDad:- [website] https://www.agiledad.com/- [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/- [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/- [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/

3 big ideas discussed in this episode: BIG IDEA #1: Creativity as a Competitive Edge – Innovation isn't just about new products; it's about reimagining processes, customer experiences, and value creation. Businesses that embrace creativity in problem-solving and strategy stay ahead, especially in rapidly changing markets. BIG IDEA #2: Sustainable Growth Through Strategic Relationships – Success isn't built in isolation. Strong networks—whether suppliers, customers, or industry peers—are essential for long-term growth. Cultivating trust-based relationships creates resilience and opens doors to unexpected opportunities. BIG IDEA #3: Agility in Crisis Management – Markets are unpredictable, and the ability to pivot quickly is a business superpower. Companies that embed flexibility in their operations and decision-making can navigate challenges more effectively and turn disruptions into growth opportunities. Get the show notes for this episode here: https://AskJeremyJones.com/podcast

As elections reshaped the global economy in 2024, corporate treasurers are finding themselves having to navigate shifting trade policies, currency volatility, regulatory changes, and technological disruption. Agility, resilience, and strategic foresight will be the key to success in 2025 and beyond.

"So you want trusted data, but you want it now? Building this trust really starts with transparency and collaboration. It's not just technology. It's about creating a single governed view of data that is consistent no matter who accesses it, " says Errol Rodericks, Director of Product Marketing at Denodo.In this episode of the 'Don't Panic, It's Just Data' podcast, Shawn Rogers, CEO at BARC US, speaks with Errol Rodericks from Denodo. They explore the crucial link between trusted data and successful AI initiatives. They discuss key factors such as data orchestration, governance, and cost management within complex cloud environments. We've all heard the horror stories – AI projects that fail spectacularly, delivering biased or inaccurate results. But what's the root cause of these failures? More often than not, it's a lack of focus on the data itself. Rodericks emphasises that "AI is only as good as the data it's trained on." This episode explores how organisations can avoid the "garbage in, garbage out" scenario by prioritising data quality, lineage, and responsible AI practices. Learn how to avoid AI failures and discover strategies for building an AI-ready data foundation that ensures trusted, reliable outcomes. Key topics include overcoming data bias, ETL processes, and improving data sharing practices.TakeawaysBad data leads to bad AI outputs.Trust in data is essential for effective AI.Organisations must prioritise data quality and orchestration.Transparency and collaboration are key to building trust in data.Compliance is a responsibility for the entire organisation, not just IT.Agility in accessing data is crucial for AI success.Chapters00:00 The Importance of Data Quality in AI02:57 Building Trust in Data Ecosystems06:11 Navigating Complex Data Landscapes09:11 Top-Down Pressure for AI Strategy11:49 Responsible AI and Data Governance15:08 Challenges in Personalisation and Compliance17:47 The Role of Speed in Data Utilisation20:47 Advice for CFOs on AI InvestmentsAbout DenodoDenodo is a leader in data management. The award-winning Denodo Platform is the leading logical data management platform for transforming data into trustworthy insights and outcomes for all data-related initiatives across the enterprise, including AI and self-service. Denodo's customers in all industries all over the world have delivered trusted AI-ready and business-ready data in a third of the time and with 10x better performance than with lakehouses and other mainstream data platforms alone.

Join Executive Director Rich Douglas on the Human Capital Lab podcast, where he is joined by Franz Gilbert from Deloitte to discuss the transformative impact of AI and technological advancements on human capital management. Discover how evolving education and innovation create opportunities for talent development, the implications of AI on job redesign, and how HR professionals can stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing landscape. Tune in for insights on increasing AI fluency, the future of job roles, and leveraging technology to be strategic business partners. Don't miss the discussion on how training and developing people remain crucial to thriving in the future economy.00:00 Introduction to the Human Capital Lab Podcast00:28 Meet Franz Gilbert from Deloitte00:42 The Role of AI in Human Capital Management02:46 Staying Updated with Technological Innovations03:54 The Impact of AI on Job Redesign06:07 HR's Role in Technological Transformation11:47 Embracing AI in HR Practices21:34 The Future of HR and Leadership23:21 Training and Development in the Age of Robotics26:34 The Importance of Agility and Resilience32:17 Closing Thoughts and OpportunitiesConnect with the Guest, Franz Gilbert;LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franzgilbert/Connect with Human Capital Lab; Host: Rich Douglas LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-douglas-92b71b52/ Human Captial Lab Links Website: https://humancapitallab.org/ Interested in Being a Guest? https://humancapitallab.org/podcast/

Discover the importance of Plan B Budgeting with Kathryn Freeman, Senior Business Coach and Director of Operations, as we transition from Q1 to Q2. Learn why financial contingency planning is essential in today's market conditions and how having alternative budget scenarios ready can help business owners navigate uncertainty with confidence and be better leaders. 

In this powerful episode of The Legacy Leaders Show, we are joined by Dr. Gustav Otto, a seasoned diplomat, scholar, and national security expert. Dr. Otto shares his vast experience in defense intelligence, executive coaching, and strategic leadership, providing invaluable insights into the world of national security leadership and intelligence.Key Highlights from the Episode:Transformational vs. Transactional Leadership in High-Stakes Environments Dr. Otto explores the balance between transformational and transactional leadership, highlighting how these styles are essential in making critical national security and intelligence decisions. He discusses how leaders can adapt and succeed in high-pressure environments.Aligning Organizations for Mission Success: Strategy, People, and Outcomes Learn how national security agencies, intelligence teams, and defense organizations align for mission success. Dr. Otto provides actionable lessons on how corporate and government leaders can optimize their strategies for better performance and organizational alignment.Innovation, Agility, and Resilience in Intelligence and Leadership Innovation is at the heart of modern intelligence. Dr. Otto discusses how agility and resilience drive success in both defense and corporate sectors, and how leaders can foster a culture of innovation in traditionally rigid institutions.Emotional Intelligence and Servant Leadership in National Security Explore the essential role of emotional intelligence (EQ) in leadership. Dr. Otto dives deep into how servant and authentic leadership can create stronger, more effective teams in high-risk environments, and how mentorship and leadership development enhance leadership effectiveness.Key Takeaways:How to balance long-term strategy with immediate operational needs in high-stakes environmentsThe importance of emotional intelligence in decision-making and crisis managementPractical advice on aligning teams for mission successThe intersection of leadership, innovation, and agility in national security and corporate sectorsClosing Thoughts: As we navigate a rapidly changing global landscape, Dr. Otto challenges us to transform our leadership approach to manage complexity and drive impact. This episode is packed with insights that leaders across industries can apply to drive success in national security and their own organizations.Connect with Dr. Gustav Otto for more insights on leadership, intelligence, and national security.

In this powerful episode of The Legacy Leaders Show, we are joined by Dr. Gustav Otto, a seasoned diplomat, scholar, and national security expert. Dr. Otto shares his vast experience in defense intelligence, executive coaching, and strategic leadership, providing invaluable insights into the world of national security leadership and intelligence.Key Highlights from the Episode:Transformational vs. Transactional Leadership in High-Stakes EnvironmentsDr. Otto explores the balance between transformational and transactional leadership, highlighting how these styles are essential in making critical national security and intelligence decisions. He discusses how leaders can adapt and succeed in high-pressure environments.Aligning Organizations for Mission Success: Strategy, People, and OutcomesLearn how national security agencies, intelligence teams, and defense organizations align for mission success. Dr. Otto provides actionable lessons on how corporate and government leaders can optimize their strategies for better performance and organizational alignment.Innovation, Agility, and Resilience in Intelligence and LeadershipInnovation is at the heart of modern intelligence. Dr. Otto discusses how agility and resilience drive success in both defense and corporate sectors, and how leaders can foster a culture of innovation in traditionally rigid institutions.Emotional Intelligence and Servant Leadership in National SecurityExplore the essential role of emotional intelligence (EQ) in leadership. Dr. Otto dives deep into how servant and authentic leadership can create stronger, more effective teams in high-risk environments, and how mentorship and leadership development enhance leadership effectiveness.Key Takeaways:How to balance long-term strategy with immediate operational needs in high-stakes environmentsThe importance of emotional intelligence in decision-making and crisis managementPractical advice on aligning teams for mission successThe intersection of leadership, innovation, and agility in national security and corporate sectorsClosing Thoughts:As we navigate a rapidly changing global landscape, Dr. Otto challenges us to transform our leadership approach to manage complexity and drive impact. This episode is packed with insights that leaders across industries can apply to drive success in national security and their own organizations.Connect with Dr. Gustav Otto for more insights on leadership, intelligence, and national security.

Saket Srivastava is the Chief Information Officer at work management platform Asana. Saket oversees Asana's IT organization, including optimizing technology systems and processes, connecting technology strategy to overarching business strategy, and ensuring that technology infrastructure supports organizational goals. Previously, Saket held executive positions at Square, Guidewire Software, and other leading technology companies. Saket holds a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) from the Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad, and an MBA from UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business.Timestamps:*(01:30) -  Asana's Impact and Internal Operation*(08:15) -  AI and Employee Experience*(13:25) -  Collaboration and Cross-Departmental Partnership*(19:05) -  Future Trends and SkillsGuest Highlights:“When you add business understanding with technology understanding, that makes a deadly combination where you can serve and help move the needle for your business.”“The reality is we get sold all the time, every day. When you show up as a practitioner, as a peer, and you're ready to talk about the good, the bad, the ugly, there's a lot of power.”“ Good news is bad news being delivered early. It's so important to be able to create a healthy environment where you can talk about those risks.”Get Connected:Saket Srivastava on LinkedInIan Faison on LinkedInResources:Learn more about Asana: http://asana.com/Hungry for more tech talk? Check out these past episodes:Ep 57 - The CIO Roadmap to Executive LeadershipEp 56 - Best Proactive Cybersecurity Strategies for CIOsEp 55 - Engineering Leadership for Scale, Agility, and MomentumLearn more about Caspian Studios: caspianstudios.comCan't get enough AI? Check out The New Automation Mindset Podcast for more in-depth conversations about strategies leadership in AI, automation, and orchestration. Brought to you by the automation experts at Workato. Start Listening: www.workato.com/podcast

You can learn more about AWS in Orbit at space.n2k.com/aws. Our guests today are Andrew Faiola, Commercial Vice President at Astroscale UK and Allegra Matarangas, Account Executive at AWS for Aerospace and Satellite. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. Selected Reading AWS Aerospace and Satellite Audience Survey We want to hear from you! Please complete our short survey. It'll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © 2023 N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marketing Must Make People Believe, Not Just BuyThe Journey from Content to ConversionAkhil Almeida shares his remarkable journey from Virgin Records to becoming Head of Marketing at Bandhan Life Insurance. With over two decades of experience across music, market research, and financial services, Akhil reveals his core marketing philosophy: "Marketing isn't about selling. It's about making people believe." Tracing his pioneering work in predictive content intelligence at Kantar and E-commerce research panels tracking 60,000 online shoppers, Akhil demonstrates how understanding consumer behavior at a deep level is the foundation for building brands people genuinely care about.Beyond Data: Creating Meaningful Marketing StrategiesAkhil identifies three critical skills modern marketers must master: 1. Pattern recognition to spot cultural shifts before they go mainstream2. Agility to pivot quickly when playbooks become outdated 3. Commercial acumen to articulate ROI to leadershipUsing his experience transforming Bandhan Life Insurance, he illustrates how focusing on underserved segments like self-employed individuals (60% of India's workforce) created strategic advantage in a crowded market. Perhaps most valuably, Akhil emphasizes the crucial distinction between data and insight: "Data tells you what people do, insight tells you why they're doing it. Data without interpretation is just noise." Through practical examples of landing page optimization and brand-agency partnerships, he demonstrates how cultivating insight as a daily ritual ultimately drives marketing that shapes behavior, builds habits, and creates long-term brand value.⁠For Show Notes, Selected Links and ResourcesSubscribe to our weekly newsletterAbout Akhil AlmeidaAkhil Almeida, now the Head of Marketing of Bandhan Life, is a dynamic leader with over two decades of experience in marketing, specializing in brand building, digital strategies, and consumer insights. Timestamps00:01:45:13 - 00:05:57:08 From Virgin Records to Marketing Pro: Akhil's Journey00:05:57:09 - 00:13:32:13 Predictive Content: The Next Big Thing in Marketing?00:13:32:14 - 00:16:45:04 Data to Strategy: How Insights Shape a CMO's Success00:16:45:05 - 00:28:43:09 Decoding E-commerce: Secrets from an Early Pioneer00:28:43:10 - 00:38:39:16 Must-Have Skills for Today's Marketers00:38:39:17 - 00:44:57:18 Rebranding 101: Transforming a Brand with Trust00:44:57:19 - 00:48:26:17 Financial Services Marketing: What Sets It Apart?00:48:26:18 - 00:55:49:21 Rethinking Insurance: Innovation for the Self-Employed00:55:49:22 - 01:07:15:12 Are Agencies Ready for Marketing's Evolution?01:07:15:13 - 01:08:30:10 Top Campaigns Revealed: A Marketer's Favorites01:08:30:11 - 01:10:51:16 Advice for New Marketers: Stand Out Early01:10:51:17 - 01:12:58:17 Must-Read Books for Marketers: Expert Picks01:12:58:18 - 01:14:09:15 Stay Curious: The Advice That Drives Success01:14:09:16 - 01:21:00:03 Data Vs InsightThis episode was made possible by the great folks at ⁠MovingWalls⁠. Moving Walls provides a global Adtech platform built by Out-of-home advertising experts, automating the process of planning, buying, executing and measuring OOH campaigns, with a presence across four continents and seven markets. #MarketingStrategy, #BrandEvolution, #ConsumerInsights, #ContentMarketing, #DigitalTransformation, #MarketingLeadership, #CustomerBehavior, #MarketingInnovation, #DataDrivenMarketing, #FinancialMarketing, #MarketingMindset, #ContentIntelligence, #BrandTransformation, #ConsumerBehavior, #DigitalFirst, #MarketingInsights, #CMOAdvice, #DataToInsight, #BrandBuilding

Spring race season is here! Are you ready to crush your goals? In this comprehensive episode, Coach Sara breaks down everything you need to know to transition from winter to spring training as well as performance enhancements to Elevate Your Running!Coach Sara discusses how to improve your cadence after running months on a treadmill, agility drills to try, why terrain transitioning matters + how to apply it without getting hurt mindset cues, and moreDon't let the winter derail your hard work – tune in and make this your best race season yet!Listen on:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Youtube MusicConnect with us:elevateyourrunning.comElevateyourrunning and sayrahrunshappyThe Elevate Coaching Team has  1:1 coaching spots open for spring and fall race season! If you love running and want to get better + faster at this sport, we'd love to have you join our team! You can find more information about our coaching packages at https://elevateyourrunning.com/virtual-coaching or email Sara at sara@elevateyourrunning.comIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. Do you want to be an inclusive insider? Help support the Elevate Your Running Podcast! Get exclusive content, coaching advice, and more through this platform! PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dynamic Runner:⁠ SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscriptionBlenders Eyewear - ELEVATEYOURRUNNING for 20% off your orderRNWY: Use Code Elevate15 for 15% off your orderKETONE-IQ: Your post-run recovery ketones

Renewable natural gas is, well, a natural when it comes to replacing diesel as a clean fuel for truck fleets. Hexagon Ability's senior vice president, global sales and marketing Americas, tells HDT Talks Trucking why. Eric Bippus thinks that a new era of "common sense" in Washington could help fleets adopt one of the cleanest and most diesel-like fuels available for trucks today.

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“More and more IT organizations are realizing that there's more to agility than just managing your projects in an Agile fashion … to deliver the value on your agility, you need to orient teams around outcomes to have them really relate to the business that they own and empower them.” In this episode, Adam talks to SAFe® Fellow Yuval Yuret about the evolution of product management. The conversation covers topics related to Agile transformation and product management, including how technology is driving change in the financial industry, the difference between how technology organizations apply product management compared to consumer product companies, and how a product operating model can help organizations become more product-centric. Like what you hear? Connect with Yuval on LinkedIn. Explore SAFe courses here.

Welcome back to the Alt Goes Mainstream podcast.Today's episode dives into one of the most topical trends in the evolution of wealth management platforms and their adoption of private markets.We are joined by Tom Cohn and Amita Schultes of Cerity Partners, where they discuss the recent combination of their two respective businesses, Cerity Partners, the $100B+ national wealth management firm, and Agility, a leading OCIO business.Tom and Amita discuss their merger, why there was a need to create customization for wealth investors in private markets, and how bringing on a leading OCIO business takes Cerity Partners' capabilities to a new level as a solutions provider in private markets.Tom is the Chief Solutions Officer and a Partner in Cerity Partners' New York office. He's a member of the firm's Leadership Team. He has over ten years of experience in various investment management roles, previously serving as an Investment Analyst at Spero-Smith Investment Advisors, where he was responsible for due diligence and analysis of third-party managers and assisted in global market and asset allocation research.Amita is a Partner in Cerity Partners' New York office, managing Cerity Partners' OCIO client portfolios. She's a member of the OCIO Investment Committee. Amita brings over 20 years of experience as an investment consultant to bear to the firm. Before joining Cerity Partners, Amita was a Partner and Client Portfolio Manager at Agility, where she served as a voting member of Agility's Investment Committee. Prior to Agility, she was a Partner, Managing Director, and Senior Consultant at Colonial Consulting, serving as an investment consultant for endowments, foundations, and pension plans. She also served as a Senior Consultant at Ibbotson Associates.Tom, Amita, and I had a fascinating discussion. We covered:The why and the how behind Cerity Partners' merger with Agility.How wealth management platforms can balance customization and scalability.Why scale matters in wealth management.How alternative asset managers can differentiate when engaging with the wealth channel.Thanks Tom and Amita for coming on the show to share your views and wisdom on wealth management and private markets.A word from AGM podcast sponsor, Ultimus Fund SolutionsThis episode of Alt Goes Mainstream is brought to you by Ultimus Fund Solutions, a leading full-service fund administrator for asset managers in private and public markets. As private markets continue to move into the mainstream, the industry requires infrastructure solutions that help funds and investors keep pace. In an increasingly sophisticated financial marketplace, investment managers must navigate a growing array of challenges: elaborate fund structures, specialized strategies, evolving compliance requirements, a growing need for sophisticated reporting, and intensifying demands for transparency.To assist with these challenging opportunities, more and more fund sponsors and asset managers are turning to Ultimus, a leading service provider that blends high tech and high touch in unique and customized fund administration and middle office solutions for a diverse and growing universe of over 450 clients and 1,800 funds, representing $500 billion assets under administration, all handled by a team of over 1,000 professionals. Ultimus offers a wide range of capabilities across registered funds, private funds and public plans, as well as outsourced middle office services. Delivering operational excellence, Ultimus helps firms manage the ever-changing regulatory environment while meeting the needs of their institutional and retail investors. Ultimus provides comprehensive operational support and fund governance services to help managers successfully launch retail alternative products.Visit www.ultimusfundsolutions.com to learn more about Ultimus' technology enhanced services and solutions or contact Ultimus Executive Vice President of Business Development Gary Harris on email at gharris@ultimusfundsolutions.com.We thank Ultimus for their support of alts going mainstream.Show Notes00:00 Introduction to our Sponsor, Ultimus Fund Solutions02:05 Guest Introduction: Tom Cohn and Amita Schultes07:32 Merger Benefits and Synergies08:19 Client Services and Customization09:32 OCIO and Wealth Management Integration10:45 Why Partner Now?11:40 Cultural Alignment and Expertise12:38 Amita's Perspective on the Partnership13:16 Wealth Management as Institutional LPs14:23 Cerity Partners' Institutional Approach14:54 Private Markets Evolution16:25 Operational Excellence in Private Markets17:35 Research and Manager Selection20:56 Investment Objectives and Customization22:27 Institutional and Wealth Client Synergies28:16 Access and Long-term Relationships30:06 Customization and Scalability32:20 Educational Component in Client Investments32:36 Framework for Custom Portfolios33:10 Resource Allocation for Customization33:47 Importance of OCIO Business34:16 Next Innovation in Investment Solutions34:38 Turnkey Solutions for Operational Complexities35:39 Model Solutions and Manager Selection36:34 Combining OCIO and Wealth Management Practices37:32 Evolving Structures in Private Markets37:54 Workflows and Technology in Private Markets38:39 Client Experience and Operational Expertise39:37 Defining Private Markets41:13 Importance of Clear Definitions41:54 Role and Goals of Private Market Investments44:15 Partnerships and Mergers at Cerity Partners47:05 Evaluating Investment Managers49:06 Trust in General Partner Relationships51:16 Identifying Manager's Edge53:24 Training and Methodology in Manager Selection55:51 Challenges for Managers with Wealth Channel Capital56:47 Operational Challenges for Smaller Managers58:06 Future Trends in Alternative Investments01:01:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.

In this episode, SAP's Lalit Patil explores the impact of AI on cybersecurity within cloud ERP. It emphasizes the need for agile business transformation, sustainability, and robust security. The discussion includes cybersecurity strategies like zero trust, and AI's role in threat detection/response. The speaker highlights balancing AI benefits with data integrity risks, advocating for proactive, AI-enabled security measures to protect sensitive business data in the cloud.

The latest Remarkable Retail podcast delivers a compelling mix of current market news and expert analysis from returning guest Jason "Retail Geek" Goldberg, Chief Commerce Strategy Officer at Publicis.Hosts Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis kick off with the week's headlines, spotlighting the chaos caused by shifting tariff policies. They note that consumer confidence has plummeted amid economic uncertainty, creating leadership challenges across the retail landscape. Steve reflects that while the COVID crisis taught resilience, today's volatility requires leaders to embrace agility as "the New Black" while avoiding recklessness.The retail news segment highlights several struggling players, most notably Kohl's with its disastrous twelfth consecutive quarter of sales decline. The hosts detail how new CEO Ashley Buchanan is pivoting back to private labels after previous leadership had emphasized national brands, while also apparently abandoning the once-touted Amazon returns program. Steve recounts visiting Kohl's stores filled with heavily discounted merchandise, describing them as "a train wreck" requiring both strategic and executional overhauls.The hosts continue with Ulta Beauty posting modest growth, signaling a slowdown in a category that had performed exceptionally well post-pandemic. Dick's Sporting Goods delivered strong quarterly results but projected significantly slower future growth, reflecting a broader trend of caution across retail.In what the hosts call the "wobbly unicorn corner," they examine former high-flyers facing existential challenges. Allbirds has lost nearly all its market value since IPO, with declining revenue despite shifting from direct-to-consumer to wholesale. Meanwhile, Stitch Fix shows modest signs of recovery under CEO Matt Baer's strategy of focusing on core customers rather than casting too wide a net.When Jason Goldberg joins the conversation, he identifies three dominant client concerns: retail media networks (which he views skeptically), artificial intelligence (both transformative and overhyped), and economic uncertainty creating both challenges and opportunities.Goldberg then provides illuminating analysis of retail market data, revealing that a small handful of giants—primarily Walmart, Amazon, Costco, and Chinese newcomers like Temu and  Shein—capture the vast majority of all growth. While e-commerce growth has slowed from pandemic highs, it still significantly outpaces brick-and-mortar retail.Most significantly, Goldberg explains retail's "bifurcation" between digital winners and losers, and between two successful business models: massive "everything stores" and highly curated specialty retailers. The traditional wholesale model caught in between—particularly department stores—is struggling regardless of execution quality or market position.The episode ends with a teaser for part two, promising Goldberg's insights on the future of wholesale, Amazon's grocery ambitions, social commerce, and TikTok Shops—compelling reasons for listeners to return for the continuation of this insightful conversation.Links:https://www.forbes.com/sites/stevendennis/2017/12/04/retail-reality-its-death-in-the-middle/ About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

Forget everything you thought you knew about leadership—literally. The strongest leaders aren't the ones with all the answers; they're the ones who embrace the unknown, ask the right questions, and create space for innovation. In this episode, we're breaking down why the pressure to “know it all” is exhausting (and outdated) and how leaning into uncertainty can be the ultimate leadership superpower. From fostering psychological safety to redefining failure, we'll explore how the best leaders trust their teams, lead with curiosity, and navigate the gray areas with confidence. Ready to ditch the outdated playbook and lead with agility? Tune in and discover why not knowing might just be your greatest strength.

BIO: Wes Schaeffer is The Business Fixer®. He sees the message you want to convey but can't find the words and gives them to you because if you don't toot your own horn, there is no music.STORY: Wes discusses the evolving landscape of business and marketing, emphasizing the importance of human connection, trust, and information.LEARNING: Future-proof your business with trust, strategy, and agility. “It is time to spring clean your business. Get light, get lean, get focused, and build a legacy.”Wes Schaeffer Guest profileWes Schaeffer is The Business Fixer®. He sees the message you want to convey but can't find the words and gives them to you because if you don't toot your own horn, there is no music. He's a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the president of his HOA, so mow your lawn and pay attention to what this AF veteran, father of 7, and grandfather of three has to say. He's written a couple of books, spoken around the world, published over 700 podcasts, and was once duct-taped to a bar in Korea.Join his free 12 Weeks to Peak program designed to help individuals and teams build a life cadence and achieve their goals.Worst investment everIn today's episode, Wes, who previously appeared on the podcast on episode Ep280: Do Your Research and Trust Your Gut, discusses the evolving landscape of business and marketing, emphasizing the importance of human connection, trust, and information.Effects of technology on marketingWes starts the discussion by noting how the salesperson's role has evolved since the internet came around. Before the internet, he says, salespeople were the keepers of the knowledge. If you wanted to buy a car, you had to go down to the dealership. Now you have CarFax and online shopping in comparison, and you can compare models and negotiate before you get there. People freely share information online, so salespeople are no longer the keeper of knowledge.Despite the abundance of knowledge, buyers often find themselves in a state of confusion. In the past, this confusion stemmed from a lack of information. However, in today's digital age, the problem has shifted to an overwhelming amount of information.This is where the salesperson's role becomes crucial. As a salesperson, you have the opportunity to step in as a trusted advisor. Your role is to help your customers navigate the sea of information available online, assuage their fears, and instill in them the confidence that they are making the right decision.The role of trust and information in marketingAndrew and Wes delve into the significance of trust in marketing, with Wes underlining that trust is the cornerstone of purchasing decisions. He points out that despite the advancements in technology, people still crave individualized treatment.As a salesperson, it's crucial to ask yourself: What am I doing to connect with the human being on the other side of the screen? This connection, built on trust, is what reassures customers and gives them the confidence to make a purchase.Wes reminds salespersons that customers don't want to be treated like numbers, so they should be consistent and congruent in their approach to marketing and spend enough time building trust.Adapting to market changes and future-proofing businessesWes and Andrew discuss the impact of global competition,...

This episode of Capital H explores the transformation of corporate learning with guest Jayney Howson, SVP Global Learning & Development at ServiceNow. She shares her career journey, the integration of learning functions, ServiceNow University, and the impact of AI-driven solutions. The discussion covers business alignment, agility in learning design, and leveraging technology for personalized, in-the-flow learning. Jayney highlights the importance of innovation and human-centered learning in a rapidly evolving workplace.

What if you had a single platform that could run your entire coaching business, without the tech overwhelm? In this episode, we share how Kajabi has transformed our coaching business and why we consider it one of the best-kept secrets in the coaching world. When we first started out, we struggled with website updates, clunky payment systems, and tech frustrations that slowed us down. Now, Kajabi powers everything; our website, coaching programmes, online courses, payment processing, and even our email marketing. We also reveal how we went from avoiding sharing our old WordPress website (because it no longer reflected who we were) to building a beautiful, easy-to-navigate coaching business hub on Kajabi. This shift gave us full control over our brand, allowed us to scale our business, and helped us create a seamless client experience, all without needing a web developer or complicated tech solutions. ·        In this episode, we break down:  - What Kajabi is and why it's more than just a website builder, ·        -  How Kajabi gives coaches complete independence and agility, ·         - How to sell and deliver coaching services effortlessly, ·        -  The game-changing AI and automation features that save hours of work, ·        - How Kajabi's community and analytics tools help you scale. Plus, we share an exclusive opportunity for coaches who want to try Kajabi and get access to our special support package. If you're a coach looking to streamline your business, attract more clients, and scale with ease, this episode is packed with insights to help you get started. Don't forget to check out our Kajabi Masterclass on 19th March, where we'll walk you through the platform and share our exclusive support package for coaches looking to streamline and grow their business: Kajabi Masterclass (19th March 2025, 7PM GMT): Register at www.igcompany.co.uk/kajabi   Key Takeaways: Kajabi is an all-in-one coaching business solution; eliminating the need for multiple tech platforms. Your website is your business front door; make it easy for potential clients to trust and buy from you. Agility gives you a competitive advantage; Kajabi lets you turn ideas into reality quickly. AI features help coaches stay visible; Kajabi's built-in AI can generate blog posts, social content, and marketing emails. The community support is incredible; Kajabi users are part of a global network of successful entrepreneurs.   Timestamps: 00:13 – 00:46: Introduction—why Kajabi has been a game-changer for our coaching business 00:47 – 01:44: What is Kajabi, and how does it work? 01:45 – 03:36: Our journey—from struggling with WordPress to running our business with Kajabi 03:37 – 05:23: How Kajabi allows coaches to be agile, independent, and responsive to market trends 05:24 – 06:48: The importance of a beautiful, easy-to-use coaching website 06:49 – 08:15: Creating and selling coaching offers with Kajabi 08:16 – 10:03: Kajabi as an all-in-one solution—websites, emails, courses, and payments in one place 10:04 – 11:39: How Kajabi simplifies coaching admin and client management 11:40 – 13:05: Why seamless payments increase client conversions 13:06 – 14:59: Email marketing with Kajabi—how it nurtures leads and builds relationships 15:00 – 16:48: AI-powered content creation—how Kajabi helps coaches stay consistent online 16:49 – 18:30: New features—Kajabi's built-in community platform for coaching groups 18:31 – 19:52: Future-proofing your coaching business with Kajabi 19:53 – 22:26: Special offer—our Kajabi Masterclass and exclusive coaching support package   Keywords: How to use Kajabi for coaching businesses, Best platform for online coaching businesses, Kajabi for coaches, How to build a coaching website with Kajabi, Kajabi vs. WordPress for coaching, Automating a coaching business with Kajabi, Best tools for online coaching courses, Kajabi community features for coaches, How to take payments as a coach, AI tools for coaching business growth,   Links: Our Kajabi Partner Page & Special Offer: www.igcompany.co.uk/kajabi Coaching Business Lounge (Pricing Strategy Resources): www.igcompany.co.uk/businesslounge Take the Coaching Course Quiz: www.mycoachingcourse.com Emotions Coaching Practitioner Training: www.igcompany.co.uk/emotionscoaching COACHING TRAINING LEVEL 5 https://www.igcompany.co.uk/l5-diploma COACHING TRAINING LEVEL 7 https://www.igcompany.co.uk/l7-diploma Purchase our bestselling book ”Deciding to Coach”: https://amzn.to/3UvUe9r Neurodivergent inclusive coaching programme: http://www.igcompany.co.uk/nd Join The Coaching Crowd Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheCoachingCrowd/ In Good Company (UK) https://www.igcompany.co.uk/ Check out our YouTube Channel https://bit.ly/378rY9a  

00:00 Sean's Social Media Detox02:51 Navigating Business Challenges in E-commerce06:06 Understanding Tariffs and Economic Instability08:50 The Emotional Toll of Leadership12:05 The Role of Agility in Uncertain Times14:54 Finding Opportunity in Crisis17:51 The Importance of Communication in Leadership20:47 Real-World Examples of Market Challenges24:06 The Future of E-commerce and Consumer Behavior34:02 Consumer Spending and Economic Uncertainty39:06 The Impact of Technology on Employment43:02 Navigating Economic Challenges and Finding Optimism47:41 The Future of Medical Advancements and Technology51:05 The Value of Physical Goods in a Digital Age56:19 Reflections on Life, Work, and Personal GrowthOperators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-2tdfu426r-TepSHJP~evAyDfR29U2qUwDario Amodei Blog Post: https://darioamodei.com/machines-of-loving-gracePowered By:Fulfil.io.https://bit.ly/3pAp2vuThe Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands. Northbeam.https://www.northbeam.io/Postscript.https://postscript.io/Richpanel.https://www.richpanel.com/?utm_source=9O&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ytdescSaras.https://www.sarasanalytics.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=operators+podcast&utm_id=9operatorSubscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators

In a world where effective communication and leveraging soft skills are increasingly paramount, this episode explores the dynamic field of influence within leadership. Leaders today must not only direct but inspire and motivate those around them, creating a compelling vision that others are eager to follow. This expertise goes beyond traditional hierarchical structures to build genuine connections and influence individuals and teams for meaningful impact. This episode delves into the evolving nature of influence, highlighting its significance in modern leadership while providing foundational insights and practical strategies for cultivating this essential skill. Timestamped Overview [00:04:40] Lida's Journey: Transitioning from corporate branding to personal branding and influence.[00:05:34] Why Influence Matters: Understanding the core reasons individuals seek influence.[00:07:22] Starting from Within: The importance of self-reflection in developing influence.[00:08:52] The Changing Nature of Power: From positional power to influence based on credibility and clout.[00:14:15] Agility in Leadership: Why adaptability and open-mindedness are critical.[00:17:44] Skills for Modern Influence: New paradigms in the world of influence beyond traditional executive presence.[00:25:41] Transparency vs. Privacy: Balancing personal boundaries and professional openness.[00:29:24] Practical Tips for Building Influence: How to prepare and present effectively in key situations.[00:35:24] Psychological Safety: The role of influence in fostering a safe and productive environment. For the complete show notes be sure to check out our website: https://leaddontboss.com/336

"We are 100% convinced that IT sustainability matters but we can't add more non business requirements, we have agile teams." This often heard sentence from product managers or CPOs, led to this dedicated episode on agility and sustainability where host Gaël Duez welcomes 2 seasoned agile coaches: Joanne Stone, the founder of Agilist 4 planet and the We Hope Magazine, and Joanna Masraff, co-organiser of the the Agilists4Sustainability meetup group, and the Agilists4Planet conference. In this interview, filled with positive energy, they covered:

The CLEAR Path to Strategic Leadership Success with Mark Nitz What separates great leaders from the rest? Mark Nitz, leadership expert, author, and founder of ClearSight Leadership & Strategy, joins us to explore the essential principles behind effective leadership. In this episode, we break down Mark's CLEAR Strategy Framework—Core Identity, Landscape Analysis, Execution, Agility, Relationships, and Risk Management—and how it applies to building resilient teams and organizations. Mark shares deep insights on leadership virtues, including courage, wisdom, justice, and moderation, and why self-awareness is the foundation for guiding teams to success. We discuss how leaders can filter critical information requirements to focus on what truly matters, eliminate noise, and make better strategic decisions. What this episode will do for you: - Learn the four core virtues that define great leadership - Understand how to develop a core belief in self and put the team's success first - Discover how the CLEAR Strategy Framework creates stronger, more adaptable organizations - Gain insights into filtering out noise and identifying critical information for better decision-making - Explore the role of risk in leadership and why taking calculated risks fuels innovation - See how leadership principles apply to Strategic Thought Leadership and guiding audiences For a curated transcript and links to free offers and resources discussed, visit the episode page at: https://www.thoughtleadershipstudio.com/B/Podcast/The-CLEAR-Path-to-Strategic-Leadership-Success-with-Mark-Nitz

Hunter Crine M.S, CE-P, RKC is a seasoned strength coach with a decade of experience coaching and presenting. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from Penn State University and a Master's degree in Sports Science from Hofstra University. Since entering the industry, Hunter has had the privilege to work with athletes from Division One, to general population clients and youth athletes. https://www.instagram.com/hunter_crine/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com

When I talked to Anne-Laure Le Cunff earlier this week, we get into experiments and how to run them effectively. That made me think that I've been running quite a few of those recently, and here's how that has worked out for me.The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/experiment-report-trying-new-things/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/380-experiment-report-trying-new-thingsCheck out Podscan to get alerts when you're mentioned on podcasts: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

What if the name you were born with became a barrier to your dream job? Jahanzaib Ansari faced this exact challenge and used his personal story of overcoming discrimination to fuel his passion to create a hiring process that partners with giants like IBM and Deloitte to ensure fairer hiring practices. Through his eyes, you'll uncover the journey of leading an innovative company in Canada, navigating the hurdles of growth, and using artificial intelligence to champion equality and inclusion in the workforce.The tech world is ever-changing, and staying ahead requires a unique set of skills. Emphasizing a growth mindset and the ability to remain agile, Jahanzaib discusses how openness to feedback and surrounding oneself with a skilled team can enhance leadership effectiveness. We delve into the importance of resilience in weathering economic challenges and organizational changes. Learn strategies to transform from a negative mindset to one of opportunity and growth, acknowledging that every leader's journey is filled with its own set of trials and triumphs.The episode wraps up with a focus on navigating AI ethics and fostering trust in professional relationships. Jahanzaib brings attention to the increasing role of Chief Ethics Officers in ensuring ethical use of data and preventing discrimination. We discuss best practices for hiring, advocating for collaboration between recruiters and hiring managers, and the importance of objective competency setting. As the conversation unfolds, we highlight the significance of building trust and fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, despite the societal polarization surrounding these efforts. Jahanzaib underscores the need for organizations to remove unfair gatekeepers, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of background, have equal opportunities to thrive.What You'll Learn:• The evolution of leadership in the fast-paced world of A.I.• Building resilience and fostering a growth mindset• Navigating A.I. ethics and promoting bias-free hiring practices• The importance of trust and collaboration in professional relationships• Overcoming societal polarization to champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiativesPodcast Timestamps:(00:00) - Turning Bias Into Opportunity: Knockri's Origin Story(14:59) - Building Resilience Through A Growth Mindset(29:36) - Navigating Ethics: A.I. and Hiring Practices(36:29) - Building Trust and DEI Practices(44:20) - Mastering Self-Leadership Is A Lifelong ProcessMore of Jahanzaib Ansari:Jahanzaib Ansari is the co-founder of Knockri, an award-winning behavioral assessment platform that integrates ethical AI with I/O Psychology to revolutionize hiring. Driven by a mission to create a more inclusive, fair, and efficient recruitment process, he partners with Fortune 500 companies like IBM, Deloitte, SAP, and the Canadian Federal Government to help them build diverse teams and foster equity. Beyond leading Knockri, Jahanzaib serves as a Next Generation Business Leader to the Business Council of Canada, collaborating with top executives to drive meaningful change. A recognized thought leader in AI, the Future of Work, and Diversity, he has spoken at prestigious international events and earned accolades such as Innovator of the Year by Ascend, the Exceptional Leadership Award by AUSCAN Forum, and a spot on HRD Magazine's list of Canada's Rising Stars. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jansari1/Key Topics Discussed:Positive Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Tech Innovation, Adaptability, A.I., Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hiring, Ethics, Resilience, Growth Mindset, Agility, Receiving Feedback, Persistence, Collaboration, Building Trust, DEI, Leading with Transparency, Chief Ethics Officer, Establishing Credibility, Emerging Leaders, Servant Leadership, Self-Leadership, CEO SuccessMore of Do Good to Lead Well:Website: https://craigdowden.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdowden/

Ever feel like Learning & Development (L&D) moves at lightning speed? That's because it does. Businesses are evolving rapidly, and training programs need to keep up. This week on the Learning Matters podcast I sat down with John Polaschek, Head of Global Learning Solutions at ServiceNow. He shared his thoughts on what makes L&D successful today and where it's headed next. Spoiler alert: It's all about agility, AI, and leveraging data.What's Inside This Episode?Agility is key – How John and his team stay flexible and responsive to changing business needs.AI in L&D – At first, John was skeptical, but now he sees AI as a game-changer. Learn how tools like Articulate Rise, Capsule, and Synthesia are helping teams develop training faster and more effectively than ever before.Making data work for you – Why L&D teams must go beyond completion rates and smile sheets to truly measure learning impact and make better decisions.Personalized learning at scale – Imagine an AI-powered assistant that schedules the right training at the right time based on your calendar and upcoming projects. That future is closer than you think!The challenge of proving value – Why L&D teams are under more pressure than ever to show real business impact, and how to do it effectively.Major ServiceNow Announcement – ServiceNow has just made over 600 courses available for free to anyone in the world! John shares why this is such a big deal and what's coming next.At ttcInnovations, we help businesses create lasting change with immersive learning experiences. Through instructional strategy, design, and content development we empower employee confidence, performance, and results.

Paige Greenhough shares her journey from sales to government to global marketing leadership. She dives into the challenges of working with technical subject matter experts, the art of distilling complex projects into digestible narratives, and how to balance strategic planning with agility.

In this episode, AgilityInsights' Trisha Hall joins Paul Gebel for a first-ever joint podcast for Product Momentum — here, with Trisha's Illuminating Insights. Trisha leads the enterprise solutions and government contracting team at AgilityInsights, and Paul is a VP of Delivery at ITX as well as long-time host of Product Momentum. In this inspiring conversation … The post 159 / How Agility Connects Organizational Strategy to Value Delivered, with Trisha Hall appeared first on ITX Corp..

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Welcome back to Season 13 of the Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast! In this episode, we explore Part 3 of our review of Grant Bosnick's book on self-leadership, focusing on Chapters 10 to 13. Discover how the latest neuroscience research can enhance your skills in persuasion, time management, change, and agility. Dive deep into the nuances of persuasion and influence, learn effective time management techniques, understand the brain's response to change, and enhance your mental and physical agility. Join us as we uncover insightful strategies to apply in your leadership journey. And we will now resume PART 3 of our 4-PART review, to sum up last year, 2024, and our entire year studying one book, Grant Bosnick's “Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership: A Bite Size Approach Using Psychology and Neuroscience” that we first dove into with our interview on EP #321[i] the end of January 2024. The goal was that each week, we focused on learning something new, (from Grant's book) tied to the most current neuroscience research, that builds off the prior week, to help take us to greater heights this year. It honestly shocked me that this series took the entire year. We began with PART 1[ii] and the first 5 chapters of the book. PART 2[iii] we reviewed chapters 6-9 of Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, and today, PART 3, today, we will review chapters 10-13. We will finish with PART 4, Chapters 14-16 after we release our FIRST interview of 2025, coming next weekend.                                                                                  ((On today's EPISODE #357 PART 3 of our review of Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, we will cover)): ✔ EP 336 Chapter 10[iv]“The Neuroscience of Persuasion and Influence” ✔ EP 337 Chapter 11[v] “The Neuroscience of Time Management” ✔ EP 339 Chapter 12[vi] “The Neuroscience of Change” ✔ EP 342 Chapter 13[vii]    “Mastering Mental and Physical Agility” If you have not yet taken the leadership self-assessment, or if you would like to re-take it to see if the results are different for you than last year, you can click the link here to find the quick test. I re-took the assessment for 2025, and did notice some similarities and some differences. See what you notice about yourself. I noticed that pathways 2 and 3 are my high areas of focus this year, and that I can drop pathway 6 from my focus. What about you? If you have a few minutes to spare, take this leadership self-assessment again, and see if you notice any changes in your areas of focus for 2025. Did any of your pathways shift for you, since last year? This is an incredible way to be laser focused on pathways that will move the needle of success for YOU this year. ✔ EP 336 Chapter 10 “The Neuroscience of Persuasion and Influence” On this episode, we looked at Jack Carew's classic book from 1987 called You'll Never Get No For an Answer that was covered on EP 176.[viii] Carew looked at the unique strategies that American Author and Salesman Og Mandino encouraged us all to read to improve our communication and influence with others and I noticed that Strategy 2 was to stop looking out for number one and always look for how you can help others first. So, after noticing this, I went straight to Chapter 10 of Grant Bosnick's book, on “Persuade and Influence” to see what he had to say on this topic. Right off the bat, in the opening of this chapter, Bosnick asks us to think about how we would persuade someone else to do something, like give you a pen you would like to have, for example, or ask for a promotion, or ask someone to do something you would like them to do. Then he differentiates the word persuade that he says “we can think of as quick, more direct, more for short-term or immediate gain” (Chapter 10, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership) while influence he says “is softer, more subtle, much more for longer term and lasting gain.” (Chapter 10, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership) Persuasion Bosnick says is “more tactical, whereas influence is strategic.”  He gives us the history of persuasion, explaining its origin from the early Greek Philosophers, and that Aristotle wrote about three modes of persuasion: logos (that's about logic and reason), pathos (that's about emotion and inspiration) and ethos (that's about the speaker's own character and credibility). Thinking of Jack Carew's second tip in his book to improve our influence with others (by putting other people first) I think is a good example of a strategy that builds this concept for long-lasting gain (influence) versus persuading someone to give me something that I need for short-term, or immediate gain (like, to pass me their pen, so I can write down something important that I'll need to remember).  I want to build influence with others, that's long-term, that I think includes logic and reason (logos), emotion and inspiration (pathos) and a person's character and credibility (ethos). All 3 of the modes of persuasion, to me, make up longer term influence with someone. We learned on this episode that “There are 6 short cuts to increase the chances that someone will be persuaded or even better, influenced by us” (Robert Cialdini) We covered the first three is Robert Cialdini's book: 1. Reciprocity: We are obliged to give back, if we have been given something. Use the neuroscience of influence and persuasion, and think of ways to help others first, instead of thinking what you can gain from other people, think of what you can give to them. Always be the first to give and take the time to make sure what you are giving is actually useful to that person. This way, what you will give will have meaning to that person. 2. Scarcity. If something is scarce, we want it more. Use this by highlighting the Benefits, Uniqueness and Possible sense of Loss. Take the time to find out how what you are offering to someone else, will help them. You will need to find out what they are looking for to do this, by asking questions, and listening. Then you can “frame what you are saying/offering, so others will find it to be valuable”[ix] especially if it is something that is difficult to come by, or scarce. 3. Authority. We are more likely to comply with a request if it is coming from a perceived authority/expert. Being introduced by others FIRST is a fast way to have others learn about your expertise, making you instantly more influential and persuasive, rather than you introducing yourself. My take-away from this episode: If I want to improve my influence, it begins with understanding the wants and needs of others first (how can I help them) and then being able to say what I mean, and mean what I say. The words I speak do matter when I'm working on gaining influence.  If I'm speaking with someone, and not being completely honest, or not meaning what I say, I know that this can be felt by the other person, and it will hurt my ability to gain trust, rapport and influence. Our brains really can detect “benefits and threats”[x] and I want to be sure that I'm drawing those I want to interact with towards me, not away from me. Once I have gained influence with someone I am speaking with, then I can take my persuasion skills to the next level, and we can begin to work together on our common goals. REVISIT THIS EPISODE TO REVIEW THIS CONCEPT IN DEPTH ✔ EP 337 Chapter 11 “The Neuroscience Behind Effective Time Management” This topic we covered early on our podcast, with a video from author Kent Healy, who wrote Success Principles for Teens[xi] that he co-authored with Jack Canfield. Kent created a video for me (many years ago) that we used with students in the classroom, and I featured this video on EP 33[iv] of our podcast that was called “Time Management, the Greatest Asset We Have” and Kent gives a perspective to the amount of time we have, in a way that 15 years later, I've still not forgotten his words in this video recording. You can watch Kent's explanation of “time management”[xii] with the visuals that he provided, reminding us that “we all have the same amount of time” and he even breaks it down and tells us how many seconds we have every day (84,600 seconds to be exact) every day. While ALL the experts agree that we can't create more time, or change this number, some will say we can use our time to generate more of something else (like energy) but Kent's message was about using this time (these 84,600 seconds we have each day wisely) and focus on what we can control, and that's our personal growth. He gives an example of adding just 15 extra minutes a day towards learning something new, and that adds up to 3.8 full days a year, and asks us to think of what value we put on 15 minutes of time. I loved Kent's point of view, and always respect people who use their time wisely. Then we looked at the Neuroscience of Time Management and learned that our chronotype “the natural inclination of your body to sleep at a certain time or what people understand as being an early bird versus a night owl”[xiii] should be factored into our Time Management Strategy. We learned that “For those people who go to bed around 9:30pm-11:30pm and wake in the window of 6am-8am that there tends to be an increase in (dopamine, norepinephrine, epinephrine, 0-8 hours after waking, which leads to increases in alertness, attention and focus that are great for analytical work, great for implementation of strategies that you already understand.” Dr. Andrew Huberman with Guest Dr. Adam Grant As we are thinking about the best strategies to manage our activities, projects, the extra time that Kent Healy thinks should go to self-improvement, or even the roles we have in our personal and professional lives, in order to have access to this extra energy, and creative thinking, we will want to plan our “deep” work 0-8 hours after waking (if our chronotype is the wake up early type). So, be sure you understand your own chronotype, and factor the science into your time management strategy. This made me think of Grant Bosnick's Top Energy Drainers: Procrastination Saying Yes to Everything The Perfectionist With this extra energy, and creative thinking, (from better managing our time) I suggested to put it all into creative prolific quality work (the perfectionist in me). I thought, why not use the extra energy to combat against procrastination, while protecting our time by saying no to everything, (at first). I know we can always come back to projects that you would like to do, that have meaning to you, but by truly managing our energy and activities, we are protecting this commodity that we all have in the same amounts: time. This episode also make me think that those 84,600 seconds that Kent Healy reminded me that we all have each day, and how 15 minutes a day (that adds up to 3.8 days/year) can be used even more wisely with this understanding of The Neuroscience of Time Management. Think About These Questions: Do you value your time? Do you value other people's time? Do you think 15 minutes of time really matters? I will also add, have you ever thought of the impact of counting time, down to the amount of seconds that we have each day? How important is 20 seconds of your time? OR, 20 seconds of someone else's time? REVISIT THIS EPISODE TO REVIEW THIS CONCEPT IN DEPTH EP 339 Chapter 12 “The Neuroscience of Change” On this EP we looked at two examples of what happens to our brain when we see something our brain wasn't expecting, like a breathtaking view, or when we land the promotion we worked so hard to achieve, Bosnick explains “we feel like we got a reward. It's a rush. We get a sensation in our brain and a hit of the big neurochemicals” dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, norephinephrine, adrenaline.” (Page 132, Ch 12, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership). However, on the other hand, when we see a bear in the woods, (or snake on the hiking trails), or we are overlooked for a promotion at work, our brain actually sees this “like it's a threat. We feel tense, stressed, pressure…our body physically feels it.” We learned that “Neuroscience has shown us, that the feeling we get from a social or emotional threat (like being passed over for the promotion) is the same as the feeling we get from a physical threat (like seeing a bear or a snake). When we see how our brain interprets “everything and everyone we meet as either a reward or a threat” we can better understand “how our body reacts, (and) our brain and mind think, (leading) to the decisions, behaviors and actions we make.” (Page 132, Ch 12, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership). Next on this EP, we reviewed Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs that led to “Self-Determination Theory” around the year 2000 where researchers found that there were “three physiological needs: the need for Competence (feeling valued for our knowledge, skills and experience), the need for Relatedness (collaborating, connecting or serving others) and the need for Autonomy (being able to exercise self-regulation…to achieve our goals.” (Page 133, Ch 12, Bosnick). We learned that when our ACRES are being met, (our autonomy, competence, relatedness, equity, and sureness) it will put us in a toward state and we will fully embrace everything ahead of us; (but) if our ACRES are threatened, it will put us in an “away state” and will then resist or block things ahead of us. Looking at Bosnick's ACRES example, we examined a work experience in our past, that we did not enjoy, to see where it went against the ACRES Model of Needs. With brain science in mind, we can gain more understanding of why we either enjoyed, or didn't enjoy this experience. It all led back to how our brain either interprets the experience as a reward, or a threat. We also looked at triggers to be aware of to mitigate threat, during times of change. Finally, we looked at how to change our nervous system, to change our actions and behaviors, so we can leave behind a legacy (or fossil record as Dr. Huberman calls it) that we are proud of. We learned that “Agitation and strain is the entry point to neuroplasticity” Dr. Huberman This is when lasting CHANGE is happening at the brain level, and impacting our entire nervous system. So when we are working on something, (like trying to learn something new…like understanding the neuroscience of change for this episode) and that limbic friction feeling comes up, (and I'm annoyed or agitated) when something just doesn't click.  I now have a deeper understanding of what's happening at the brain level after this EP. I will now push forward, stay positive and lean into the change that I know is happening in my brain, as I embrace the change that comes with doing difficult work. The Neuroscience of Change is an exciting topic, and it's only going to be strengthened with the next two topics, Agility and Resilience.   REVISIT THIS EPISODE TO REVIEW THIS CONCEPT IN DEPTH EP 342 Chapter 13   “Mastering Mental and Physical Agility” Which leads us to the final EP of our review today. “Mastering Mental and Physical Agility” Before I even review this EP, I thought of something I saw on Twitter/X this morning that caught my attention. It was a post from Chris S Cornell whose handle is @BiggestComeback and he was talking about his first attempt to run a mile, with a kettlebell. He faced some criticism for this post, as some said it was “dangerous” but mentioned that he thought that “spending your life on the couch with a remote in one hand and a beer in the other is far more dangerous.”[xiv] (Chris Cornell) While this pathway came out as a low priority for me last year, and this year, I have to say, it's definitely NOT an area I leave off to the side. I'm always looking to see how I can push my mind or body, just a bit past where I'm comfortable, and when life is difficult, this is actually where I thrive. While I don't think I could run a mile with a kettle bell, I did run 7 miles today with a 16 pound weighted vest. I really do believe in the mind/body connection and that by doing things that are difficult, we strengthen the brain. We did dive deeper into this concept on EP 344[xv] with “The Neuroscience of Resilience” that we will review next time, but we uncovered that by doing difficult things, we increase the size of a part of our brain called the anterior midcingulate cortex. (Dr. Andrew Huberman). I do difficult things because I want to improve my mental and physical strength, and in turn, increase the size of this important part in my brain that Dr. Huberman says “is not just the seat of willpower…but scientists think it holds the secret in the will to live.” If you are like me, and enjoy doing difficult things, you will enjoy when we looked at three terms from the book Antifragile by N Taleb[xvi] where the author says there are three types of systems, organizations or people. The fragile: which is like an egg and breaks under stress. No one wants to be labeled as fragile. The robust: which is like a phoenix, when destroyed comes back exactly as it was before. This is a step in the right direction, but who wants to emerge from challenge the same as before? The antifragile: gets stronger from uncertainty—like the Hydra from the Greek myth where you cut off one head, two grows back in its place. It gets stronger from the sudden change. We learned that when we face challenges, changes and stressors, we want to become antifragile in the process so that we grow from adversity, and become stronger in the process. While we did go deep into the stressors and triggers that can stop our course of action, Bosnick suggested that we rate our stressors (from a list he provided to jog our minds), on a scale of 1-5. Then he reminds us of the three types of people, showing us how we can and most definitely will grow from adversity, sustaining our peak performance, and finally what we want to take away from this chapter is how to “train our brain to be antifragile in order to be more agile in the moment when we face challenges or stressors.” (Chapter 13, Bosnick, Page 149) I don't think that running a mile with a kettle bell is for me (even if a part of me wonders how far I could go before I would lose the grip of something that heavy), I will continue to challenge my mind, as we learned from our most downloaded series, The Silva Method that “Once we learn to use our mind (to train it) it will do some astounding things, as you will soon see.” REVISIT THIS EPISODE TO REVIEW THIS CONCEPT IN DEPTH   REVIEW and CONCLUSION: To review and conclude this week's episode #357 on PART 3 of our review of Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, we covered a review of the strategies that can help us to implement each concept, from chapters 10, 11, 12, and 13. EPISODE #357 PART 3 of our review of Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, we will cover: ✔ EP 336 Chapter 10[xvii]“The Neuroscience of Persuasion and Influence” ✔ EP 337 Chapter 11[xviii] “The Neuroscience of Time Management” ✔ EP 339 Chapter 12[xix] “The Neuroscience of Change” ✔ EP 342 Chapter 13[xx]     “Mastering Mental and Physical Agility”   We will see you next time, with our PART 4, our final part in this review. Stay tuned as we launch our interview series, with NEW inspiring interviews with experts who are working deeply with the most current neuroscience research. See you next week!   REFERENCES:   [i] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #321 with Grant ‘Upbeat' Bosnick  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/insights-from-grant-upbeat-bosnick/   [ii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #355 Mastering Self-Leadership REVIEW PART 1 (Grant Bosnick) https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/mastering-self-leadership-with-neuroscience/   [iii] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #356 Mastering Self-Leadership REVIEW PART 2 (Grant Bosnick)https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/unlocking-the-secrets-of-self-leadership-chapters-6-to-9-review/   [iv] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #330 “The Neuroscience of Persuasion and Influence” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/unlocking-the-science-of-persuasion-and-influence/   [v] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #337 “The Neuroscience of Time Management”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/mastering-time-the-neuroscience-behind-effective-time-management/   [vi] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 339 “The Neuroscience of Change”   https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/embracing-change-the-neuroscience-behind-thriving-in-2024/   [vii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 342  “Mastering Mental and Physical Agility” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/mastering-mental-and-physical-agility-strategies-for-self-leadership/   [viii] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #176 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/the-neuroscience-of-communication-why-our-brain-doesn-t-like-the-word-no/   [ix] The Neuroscience of Influence https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-5CZ2AXT1o   [x] The Neuroscience of Influence Leadership Coaching by Dean Newlund https://mfileadership.com/2021/01/27/the-neuroscience-of-influence/   [xi] Success Principles for Teens by Jack Canfield and Kent Healy April 15, 2008 https://www.amazon.com/Success-Principles-Teens-Where-Want/dp/0757307272   [xii] Author Kent Healy on “Time Management: Our Greatest Asset” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_ibHzu751I   [xiii] Chronotypes Definition https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/chronotypes#:~:text=Chronotype%20is%20the%20natural%20inclination,bird%20versus%20a%20night%20owl.   [xiv] https://x.com/BiggestComeback/status/1895906308785615336   [xv]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #344 “The Neuroscience of Resilience: Building Stronger Minds and Teams” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/the-neuroscience-of-resilience-building-stronger-minds-and-teams/   [xvi] Antifragile by Nassim Taleb Published Jan. 28, 2014 https://www.amazon.com/Antifragile-Things-That-Disorder-Incerto/dp/0812979680   [xvii] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #330 “The Neuroscience of Persuasion and Influence” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/unlocking-the-science-of-persuasion-and-influence/   [xviii] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #337 “The Neuroscience of Time Management”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/mastering-time-the-neuroscience-behind-effective-time-management/   [xix] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 339 “The Neuroscience of Change”   https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/embracing-change-the-neuroscience-behind-thriving-in-2024/   [xx]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 342  “Mastering Mental and Physical Agility” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/mastering-mental-and-physical-agility-strategies-for-self-leadership/  

When Bill Anderson became CEO of the German pharmaceutical conglomerate Bayer AG in 2023, he found a company with a long history and a robust corporate bureaucracy. The company handbook was 1,300 pages, and layer after layer of management too easily stifled innovation. Anderson, who worked at Genentech earlier in his career, wanted to instill more of an ownership culture, where decisions and information moved more nimbly. Almost two years in, the changes have been significant: The entire company now runs on 90-day review cycles—allowing for quicker course correction and more of a startup feel for the 161-year-old firm. Anderson is this week's guest on Leadership Next. He spoke to Diane and Kristin about the current state of the health care system, the U.S. regulatory environment, and Bayer's newest advancements in Parkinson's treatment, as well as the company's own complicated history. Leadership Next is powered by Deloitte.

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In this episode, Tricia Gustin is joined by Sam Iosevich from Parker Avery and Dilip Popat from Novulis Consulting to discuss how AI-driven demand signals transform retail and CPG industries. The conversation explores the power of the Enterprise Intelligence Hypercube, an advanced platform that integrates data across all organizational functions to provide real-time, actionable insights. Sam and Dilip share how AI enables retailers to address inventory productivity, revenue variability, and margin pressure while emphasizing the importance of clean data for successful AI implementations. Key Takeaways: What is an AI-driven Demand Signal? An AI-driven demand signal unifies data from multiple business functions (finance, supply chain, pricing, etc.) into a single, real-time signal. The Hypercube platform makes this possible by centralizing and structuring data for AI-powered insights across the organization. The Importance of Data Quality: High-quality data is crucial for effective AI-driven demand signals. Sam Iosevich explains how the Hypercube addresses data challenges and prepares it for AI algorithms by cleaning and structuring data across different functions. Real-Time Agility: AI allows retailers to make quicker, more informed decisions using real-time insights. This agility helps avoid stockouts, optimize pricing, and enhance supply chain efficiency. Cross-Functional Insights: The Hypercube enables all teams within a retail organization to access data and projections, helping them comprehend how their actions impact demand and work together more effectively across departments. Integration with Existing Systems: Despite many retailers' complex and fragmented technology landscapes, the EI Hypercube integrates seamlessly with legacy systems, ensuring that existing applications can easily access data. The Continuous Journey: Implementing AI-driven demand signals is merely the start. Retailers must persist in refining data, adjusting to new trends, and expanding AI applications throughout the organization. Tune in to learn how AI and data integration can elevate your retail operations and drive meaningful business outcomes!   Enterprise Intelligence Case Studies: Enterprise-wide Planning Solution Drives Global Retailer's Agility​ https://parkeravery.com/industry-experience/enterprise-wide-planning-solution-drives-global-retailers-agility/   Markdown Optimization​ Solution Vastly Improves Retailer's Sell-Through and Margin​ https://parkeravery.com/industry-experience/markdown-optimization-solution-vastly-improves-retailers-sell-through-and-margin/   SKU-Level Forecasting Accuracy Drives Strategies for Precision and Growth https://parkeravery.com/industry-experience/sku-level-forecasting-accuracy-drives-strategies-for-precision-and-growth/   Subscribe to the Podcast: Don't miss out on more insights from retail experts. Subscribe to Talk Retail to Me for more discussions on how AI and innovative technologies are revolutionizing the retail industry. Plus learn how Parker Avery's retail experience and consulting expertise transform retail and consumer brand challenges into meaningful, sustainable improvements.   Follow Us on LinkedIn: Parker Avery https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-parker-avery-group/ Novulis Consulting https://www.linkedin.com/company/novulis-consulting/     Contact Information: Parker Avery Website: https://parkeravery.com/enterprise-intelligence/ Novulis Consulting Website: http://www.novulis.com/

Send us a textUpcoming classes:To sign up for the April 5th workshop: "The songwriting of Taylor Swift": https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1252499231919?aff=oddtdtcreatorTo support this podcast and membership:https://buymeacoffee.com/scarlet.keysShow take aways:Try writing a song using the words and rhythm of a nursery rhyme to try audio doodling in your melody.Write your chorus firstStart a song with the chorusYou need input for output: Go hear live music, new music, travel, try new things, read...ABOUT TODAY'S GUEST:Rodney AlejandroGrammy nominated artist/songwriter/producer Rodney Alejandro stands as a formidable polymath whose talents span an impressive array of roles both on stage and in the studio. Renowned for his dynamic passion for music, Alejandro has excelled as amusician, arranger, songwriter, producer, music director, executive, and educator,establishing himself as a linchpin in the entertainment world.In one of his eras, Alejandro dazzled audiences worldwide as the keyboardist and music director for the international pop band, The Script. His innovative arrangements transformed the band's hits into captivating live experiences, weaving emotionalnarratives that swung from exhilarating highs to poignant lows, leaving concert-goers spellbound.Alejandro's illustrious career as a live performer includes collaborations with an array of music legends. From the Latin rhythms of Mañá, and Chucho Valdez y Irakere to the soulful strains of Stevie Wonder and Labrinth, to the rock prowess of Roger Daltry and Bunburry, his diverse collaborations have cemented his reputation as a versatile and sought-after talent.Before joining The Script, he had already made a name for himself behind the scenes.His songwriting and production prowess has earned him accolades across multiple genres, including English, Latin, and Asian music markets. He has contributed to multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy nominated projects and earned a Billboard Latin Pop Album of the Year, along with numerous gold and platinum certifications.In the studio, Alejandro's versatility shines through, with his fingerprints on projects ranging from R&B giants like Ray Charles and The Tempatations, to Latin superstars like Kumbia Kings and Olga Tañon, Zydeco royalty Sean Ardoin, and rock legend Sammy Hagar. His contributions have spanned various projects showcasing his ability to adaptand excel in diverse musical settings.Alejandro's talents extend to television and film as well, where he has composed and produced music for acclaimed shows such as "The Shield" (Golden Globe winner for Best Drama Series), “Thief,” and “The Ellen DeGeneres Show”(Latin Theme). His work has also enriched the soundtracks of programs like CBS's “The Unit”, HBO's “Pee-Wee Herman's Broadway Special” and “Smallville.”His current era has been thirty plus years in the making. Although he initially deferred college to pursue a major record deal, he later attended San Jacinto Junior College, followed by Berklee College of Music, where he graduated summa cum laude with dual majors in Contemporary Writing and ProductScarlet's website: https://www.scarletkeys.comScarlet's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarletkeysofficial/To purchase Scarlet Keys' book "The Craft of Songwriting:https://www.amazon.com/Craft-Songwriting-Music-Meaning-Emotion/dp/0876391927/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PP55NU6E9ST6&keywords=the+craft+of+songwriting&qid=1659573139&sprefix=the+craft+of+songwritin%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-1

The corporate world is changing, and businesses are no longer defaulting to full-time employees. Instead, they're building lean, high-performing teams using fractional talent. But what does that actually look like in practice?In this episode of The Corporate Escapee Podcast, Brett sits down with Ran Harpaz, a former corporate executive turned startup founder, who shares why he built his entire company with independent professionals—and why more businesses are following this model.Ran, whose background includes leadership roles at PayPal and McKinsey, explains why hiring solo professionals isn't just about cost savings—it's about culture, performance, and flexibility. He believes that the future of work is independent, and companies that embrace this shift will outperform those clinging to traditional employment models.Ran also introduces Lettuce, one of the first platforms designed specifically for solo business owners, which simplifies the financial side of running an independent business—automating banking, payroll, taxes, and compliance so escapees can focus on what they do best. What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ Why companies are ditching full-time hires in favor of independent professionals✅ How the “Ocean's 11” model is replacing outdated corporate team structures✅ What business owners actually look for when hiring escapees✅ The key to landing solo work: focusing on your Zone of Genius✅ How the shift toward high-talent-density teams gives solos a competitive edge✅ Why Lettuce is making it easier than ever to run a solo business✅ Insights into the upcoming Solo Summit (Feb 26-27, 2025 Link Below)If you're still wondering whether escaping corporate is a smart, sustainable move, this episode paints a clear picture of where work is heading—and how you can be part of it.LinksFree Virtual Solo Summit Registration: https://tinyurl.com/escapeesolo Ran Harpaz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ranharpaz/Lettuce.co: https://hubs.ly/Q02XnWz00

3 big ideas discussed in this episode: BIG IDEA #1: Agile practices are essential in today's AI-driven world, providing the flexibility and adaptability needed to manage the complexities of AI development while ensuring faster delivery and higher-quality outcomes. BIG IDEA #2: The ABC Conscious Leadership framework empowers leaders to foster collaboration, build trust, and guide teams effectively in navigating uncertainty and driving organizational success. BIG IDEA #3: Simplifying Agile through visual storytelling makes it accessible and actionable for leaders and teams, as outlined in my forthcoming book, Agility by Visuals. Get the show notes for this episode here: https://AskJeremyJones.com/podcast

CLNS Media's Taylor Kyles and 98.5's Alex Barth break down the top players to watch at next week's NFL Combine, focusing on key traits the Patriots could prioritize at positions of need. They take a close look at offensive linemen, including how Will Campbell's arm length could impact his draft stock and his fit as a tackle in New England. They also highlight explosive defensive linemen and standout tight ends to keep an eye on. Tune in for expert analysis on the Patriots' biggest draft needs and potential targets at the Combine! 0:00 - Sione Takitaki released 7:30 - Importance of agility 9:03 - Measuring explosiveness 10:50 - Importance of 10 yard split 17:49 - Tight end class overview 20:22 - Will Campbell's arm length 24:00 - Tackles vs. guards debate 27:22 - Tackles and quarterbacks 30:11 - Will Campbell's pedigree 34:10 - Jalon Walker's potential 36:11 - Bosworth's focus issues 39:01 - Savon Williams' uniqueness 45:11 - Agility drills discussion 48:03 - Injury updates overview 52:20 - Medical evaluations importance 54:37 - Player transfer discussion 56:27 - Draft risk analysis 1:01:30 - Slot corner options Patriots Daily Brought to you by....

It was a puzzle that John Wilson simply couldn't resist. Intel had long sold processors to the federal government on a commercial basis, but the rising importance of High Performance Computing (HPC) demanded a new approach. Undeterred by the maze of federal acquisition regulations, Wilson volunteered to stand up a dedicated government unit, a move that he tells us helped unlock cutting-edge HPC research. The work took him to the edges of “bleeding-edge technology,” even if it also meant navigating the detailed rigors of government compliance.That knack for transformation would serve Wilson well when he later encountered another pivotal moment: the day the moving truck arrived at his new home in Oregon—just as Intel announced the dissolution of the very business group he was joining. Rather than panic, he thrived, moving on to master complex FP&A and business development roles. It was the same mindset that guided him in standing up an entirely separate legal entity to better serve government contracts, broadening his view of finance from purely operational tasks to strategic decision-making.Today, as CFO of Sabey Data Centers, Wilson continues to fuse vision with pragmatism. He has drawn from his HPC experience—where technology evolves at breakneck speeds—to guide Sabey's approach to data center design and expansion. Collaborating with teams to manage billion-dollar investments, he remains resolute on two fronts: balancing the need for innovation with disciplined capital allocation, and preserving a culture of “good stewardship” that ensures long-term stability for tenants ranging from tech giants to smaller enterprises.

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You may have heard about Agility Nexus.But in this podcast you are going to hear about the thought behind the concept.What is it?Who is it?Why do we need it?Who is it for?We hope this podcast answers those questions, and more.I hope you enjoy.This weeks episode is sponsored by "Better Dog"You can visit their website here:https://wearebetterdog.com/And their Instagram is here:https://www.instagram.com/betterdogproductsandApex FormulasGo and visit their website here:https://apexformulas.co.uk/And their Instagram here:https://www.instagram.com/apexformulas/Use the code KARMAFIT for 10% offGo and show them some love.music by penguinmusic - "Better Day" from Pixabay

BONUS: The Future of Agility, Insights from Industry Research with Simon Powers Is Agile really dead? What does this wide research from industry reveal?  In this detailed, and insightful episode, we explore the current state and future of agility with Simon Powers, founder of The Deeper Change Academy. Simon shares insights from his comprehensive survey conducted between October and December 2024, which included 311 survey responses, 15 case studies, and 8 in-depth interviews with senior leaders. The Current State of Agility The research reveals that while there's been a decline in traditional agile roles and certifications since October 2023, approximately 70% of organizations continue to invest in agile practices and transformations. However, these initiatives are often being rebranded and restructured, moving away from traditional "agile transformation" terminology. "Organizations are still embracing agility and moving forward with change, but what they're doing is that the names they're using are changing. People aren't necessarily being employed as agile coaches, but the agile coaching responsibilities are still required within organizations." Leadership Development and Organizational Structure A critical finding shows that leadership development in many organizations has stalled, creating two distinct organizational patterns: Organizations focused primarily on operational efficiencies, resulting in decreased agility Companies that have embraced coaching as a management tool and invested in leadership development "The culture is very different depending on where you sit. When you're constantly competing against a head count of a developer versus that of a coach, you're less able to take the necessary risks, talk to the right people, do bolder experiments, and have more of an effect within the organization." The Impact of Funding Models The research identified that the funding model for agile initiatives significantly impacts their success. Centrally funded transformation efforts tend to be more successful than those funded through departmental headcount, as they provide greater authority and ability to drive change across the organization. "Where people are hired or paid for within the head count, the overwhelming majority - like 90% of people who are in that position - are reporting that they do not have the authority to actually carry out the roles that they have responsibility for." Collaboration and Remote Work The survey revealed interesting insights about optimal collaboration patterns in the post-pandemic era: The sweet spot for office presence appears to be 2-3 days per week Full remote work can significantly reduce collaboration effectiveness Physical presence remains important for developing leadership skills and team dynamics "Being at home 100% of the time is a big reduction of collaboration and working on things and growing these skill sets that are needed in leadership as well as within the teams." Future Trends and Challenges Looking ahead, the research highlights several key areas that will shape the future of agility: Team structures remain a critical factor in software delivery capability The need for better strategy tools at senior leadership levels The importance of breaking down silos in software development The continued evolution of agile practices to meet increasing complexity "Organizations are going to need to sort out these problems that we've been slowly solving through agility for the last 20 years. We're just going to be continuing on, but what flavor? I don't know." About Simon Powers Simon Powers is the founder of The Deeper Change Academy and author of "Change: A Practitioner's Guide to Enterprise Coaching." With over 20 years of leadership experience, Simon empowers HR leaders and department heads to create thriving, human-centered workplace cultures through tailored coaching, strategic advisory, and transformational programs. You can link with Simon Powers on LinkedIn.

What humanoid robots is Europe working on? There are maybe 100 humanoid robot companies on the planet, and 16 major ones, but none in Europe according to Peter Diamandis' recent report. That might just have changed.Neura Robotics out of Germany is working on the third generation of its 4NE-1 robot and CEO David Reger says in June they'll be releasing it. And it should be the best humanoid robot on the planet, he says.In this TechFirst we sit down and chat about Europe's answer to humanoid robots, and what Reger sees as a significantly pro-social and pro-human means to bring AI and robotics into the world. We discover how Neuro Robotics is innovating with their upcoming Gen 3 humanoid robot, 4NE-1, learn about their unique approach to robotics, including responsive AI, real-time data streaming, and the development of a sensitive robotic skin. We also explore the future of work, the race against global competitors, and what AI-driven humanoid robots mean for society. 00:00 European Humanoid Robots01:09 The Concept of 'For Anyone' Robots01:46 Rapid Innovation and Development06:29 Challenges in Humanoid Robotics09:02 Neuro Robotics' Unique Approach17:53 Collaborative Market Strategy19:55 Teasing the Third Generation Robot20:10 Challenges in Robot Sensing and Interaction20:50 Innovations in Robot Skin and Sensors22:59 Speed and Agility in Robotics25:38 The Global Race in Robotics28:46 The Future of Humanoid Robots31:45 Balancing Technology and Society34:03 The Role of AI and Robotics in Human Life38:27 Concluding Thoughts and Vision

In this episode, we sit down with Emily Klarman, the newly crowned 2025 Westminster Masters Agility Champion! Emily shares her experience competing on one of the biggest stages in the sport, giving us a behind-the-scenes look at the Finals which was aired LIVE on Fox. You Will Learn Insights into the course design and how it compared to previous years. The impact of the surface on handling and performance. How the venue setup (including those huge poles!) affected the competition. The energy of the crowd and how it influences the dogs. Mentioned UDog Agility Find Emily on Instagram: @roamingbcs

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When I was a kid, even before I had started harp lessons, I used to go to summer camp in the mountains. I grew up in the Philadelphia area, and the closest mountains to us were the Pocono Mountains. These aren't mountains by Rocky Mountain standards, not nearly as high, peaked or impressive, but they are beautifully wooded and green, with rivers and lakes.  In order to get to summer camp, we had to drive through the Lehigh Tunnel which fascinated me. Driving through an actual mountain was a little scary. Of course, the scariness was part of why it was my favorite part of the trip. Tunnels are truly an engineering miracle, in my opinion, especially considering that tunnels can be drilled from both sides to meet - if the calculations are correct - in the middle. The earliest known example of a tunnel that was dug from both sides is the Tunnel of Eupalinos, in the Greek isles, constructed in the 6th century BCE.  WIth pickaxes, chisels, hammers and shovels, two teams dug through Mount Kastro from both sides and managed to meet in the middle. The tunnel has some zigs and zags, but the fact that they actually met and broke through is a testament to their engineering prowess. Why is this relevant for us today? Because we're going to approach the technical requirements of our music from the other side of the mountain. I know you've heard me talk about the importance of doing your technique work daily. And naturally, our pieces require our technique to be used in very specific ways. These are the two sides of our mountain: ongoing technical development and piece-specific technical demands. We want them to meet in the middle, where the music is.  Today we are going to focus on arpeggios and three different ways arpeggios are used in our music. These aren't the only ways arpeggios are used, of course, but these are common enough that they are worth our time and attention. We'll look at these technique challenges and how to meet them from both sides, with exercises that will help you build the necessary skill and with the understanding of the underlying principles that will help you develop your technique for that particular musical instance. It's all about skills in context today.  Links to things I think you might be interested in that were mentioned in the podcast episode:  February Seminar Become a My Harp Mastery member Books mentioned in today's show: Grossi, Method for the Harp: p. 129, no. 24; p.120, no. 14; p. 108, no. 2. Friou, Exercises for Agility and Speed: p. 44; p. 23; pp. 33-37. Harpmastery.com Get involved in the show! Send your questions and suggestions for future podcast episodes to me at podcast@harpmastery.com LINKS NOT WORKING FOR YOU? FInd all the show resources here: https://www.harpmastery.com/blog/Episode-195