Podcast appearances and mentions of amanda schneider

On July 30th, Barb Salvo died. She was a high-regarded science teacher at Washington Park High School in Racine for many years - and after retiring from Park, she worked with many of the science education majors at Carthage. During her years at Park, she was the faculty advisor for the school's science team, which was one of the finest in the state. This interview from spring of 1998 came shortly after the team won the state championship- which in turn qualified them for the National Science Olympiad. The interview is with Barb Salvo and with three students who were members of the science team: Jeremiah James, Amanda Schneider, and Nick Barootian.

If your workplace culture feels tense, fragile, or weirdly stuck, it might not be a motivation problem at all. It might be a communication and unlearning problem and it shows up fastest in the gap between Gen Z, millennials, and the leaders still running on yesterday's playbook. Sara Best sits down with Amanda Schneider, author of Work for What's Next, in Part 2 of her TBC interview to talk about why culture is failing and what it takes to rebuild trust and performance without turning the workplace into a battle of generations.Click HERE for Part 1 of Amanda's episode on TBCClick HERE for Amanda's Book, Work for What's Next: Why Workplace Culture is Failing and How the Next Generation Can Fix itClick HERE for Amanda's TedX presentationClick HERE for Amanda's LinkedIn profileClick HERE for the Design Nerds Anonymous episode with Mark McCrindleHERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM REAL GOOD VENTURES:Never miss a good opportunity to learn from a bad boss...Click HERE to get your very own Reference Profile.  We use The Predictive Index as our analytics platform so you know it's validated and reliable.  Your Reference Profile informs you of your needs, behaviors, and the nuances of what we call your Behavioral DNA.  It also explains your work style, your strengths, and even the common traps in which you may find yourself.  It's a great tool to share with friends, family, and co-workers.Follow us on Instagram HERE and make sure to share with your network!Follow us on X HERE and make sure to share with your network!Provide your feedback HERE, please!  We love to hear from our listeners and welcome your thoughts and ideas about how to improve the podcast and even suggest topics and ideas for future episodes.Visit us at www.realgoodventures.com.  We are a Talent Optimization consultancy specializing in people and business execution analytics.  Real Good Ventures was founded by Sara Best and John Broer who are both Certified Talent Optimization Consultants with over 50 years of combined consulting and organizational performance experience.  Sara is also certified in EQi 2.0.  RGV is also a Certified Partner of Line-of-Sight, a powerful organizational health and execution platform.  RGV is known for its work in leadership development, executive coaching, and what we call organizational rebuild where we bring all our tools together to diagnose an organization's present state and how to grow toward a stronger future state. Send us Fan Mail

Everyone has an opinion about Gen Z at work, but most of the hottest takes miss what's actually breaking: the workplace is still built on analog rules while expectations move at digital speed. We sit down with strategist, researcher, and keynote speaker Amanda Schneider to talk about her national bestselling book, Work for What's Next, and why “get back to the office” is not a culture strategy. Click HERE for Amanda's Book, Work for What's Next: Why Workplace Culture is Failing and How the Next Generation Can Fix itClick HERE for Amanda's TedX presentationClick HERE for Amanda's LinkedIn profileClick HERE for the Design Nerds Anonymous episode with Mark McCrindleHERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM REAL GOOD VENTURES:Never miss a good opportunity to learn from a bad boss...Click HERE to get your very own Reference Profile.  We use The Predictive Index as our analytics platform so you know it's validated and reliable.  Your Reference Profile informs you of your needs, behaviors, and the nuances of what we call your Behavioral DNA.  It also explains your work style, your strengths, and even the common traps in which you may find yourself.  It's a great tool to share with friends, family, and co-workers.Follow us on Instagram HERE and make sure to share with your network!Follow us on X HERE and make sure to share with your network!Provide your feedback HERE, please!  We love to hear from our listeners and welcome your thoughts and ideas about how to improve the podcast and even suggest topics and ideas for future episodes.Visit us at www.realgoodventures.com.  We are a Talent Optimization consultancy specializing in people and business execution analytics.  Real Good Ventures was founded by Sara Best and John Broer who are both Certified Talent Optimization Consultants with over 50 years of combined consulting and organizational performance experience.  Sara is also certified in EQi 2.0.  RGV is also a Certified Partner of Line-of-Sight, a powerful organizational health and execution platform.  RGV is known for its work in leadership development, executive coaching, and what we call organizational rebuild where we bring all our tools together to diagnose an organization's present state and how to grow toward a stronger future state. Send us Fan Mail

The Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive is Saturday, May 9th and Amanda and Nancy highlight the details of how to be involved and support locally during the national food drive on the WRAM Morning Show.

If workplace culture is failing, are we brave enough to use Gen Z as the prototype for what comes next?In this episode of Practice Disrupted, Amanda Schneider, the founder and president of ThinkLab, joins host Evelyn Lee to discuss her transition from a "designer by degree" to a leading researcher in the built environment. As the author of the upcoming book Work for What's Next, Amanda explores the uncomfortable truth that current workplace structures are struggling to keep up with the shifting expectations of the modern workforce. She shares insights from her viral research into Gen Z, explaining how this generation is not a "problem to manage," but a vital signal for the digital-first evolution that the architecture and design industry must undergo to remain relevant.The conversation delves into the "trust gap" currently widening between leadership and staff, and the specific role physical space plays in closing it. Amanda breaks down the findings from ThinkLab's latest research, challenging architects and designers to think beyond traditional ROI and consider how physical environments can foster psychological safety and authentic connection. She discusses the friction between "analog natives" and "digital natives," offering a roadmap for firms to move beyond describing industry problems and toward building a culture that prioritizes people as much as projects."Workplace culture is failing. Gen Z can see why. And if we're willing to use them as a prototype rather than a problem, they show us exactly where the profession needs to go." - Amanda SchneiderBeyond generational shifts, Amanda and Evelyn discuss the business of research itself and the importance of data in shaping the future of practice. From her journey of building and selling a company to her current focus on the "trust survey," Amanda emphasizes that the future of the profession belongs to those who can bridge the gap between digital-first thinking and the irreplaceable value of physical space.Guest:Amanda Schneider is the founder and president of ThinkLab, a premier market research company wholly focused on the built environment (now a part of Sandow). A designer, journalist, and researcher, her work on Gen Z and workplace culture has been featured in Forbes, MIT Sloan Management Review, and a TEDx talk with over half a million views. Her book, Work for What's Next, focuses on the evolution of professional culture.This episode is especially for you if:✅You want to understand why Gen Z is the "prototype" for the future of work rather than just a generational trend.✅You are a firm leader interested in closing the "trust gap" within your organization.✅You are an "analog native" looking for strategies to pivot toward a digital-first mindset in a design practice.✅You are curious about the evolving ROI of physical office space and how it impacts firm culture.✅You want to hear how market research can be a catalyst for meaningful change in the architecture and design industry.What have you done to take action lately? Share your reflections with us on social and join the conversation.

Send a textWelcome back to the new Trend Report segment called Hot Takes. Join Sid along with Amanda Schneider as they challenge the idea that our industry sells products and argue for outcomes, ease, and risk reduction as the real value. Along the way they share leadership advice, unlearning in the age of AI, a dress code debate, and the books shaping our thinking.• process innovation over product features• leadership that reduces friction and stress• why customers buy ease, certainty, and outcomes• industry dress codes and what they signal• books on AI, moral psychology, and fiction that broaden perspectiveReferences:*For links to the book recommendations do to https://www.sidmeadows.com/episode176Connect with Amanda:Thinklab - https://thinklab.design/Ted Talk - https://www.ted.com/speakers/amanda_schneiderLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandajeanschneider/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/p/DURwYhDDb9k/Design Nerds Anonymous Podcast - https://insights.thinklab.design/tag/design-nerds-anonymousWork for What's Next: Why Workplace Culture is Failing and How the Next Generation Can Fix It by Amanda Schneider - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/work-for-whats-next-amanda-schneider/1149016023The workplace is changing faster than the conversations guiding it. We're stepping up with a sharper plan for Season Seven: weekly episodes designed to spark action, challenge assumptions, and give you practical tools to build spaces and businesses that actually work. Connect with Sid: Home Page: www.sidmeadows.comPodcast Website: https://www.sidmeadows.com/podcast Sid on LinkedInSid on InstagramSid on YouTube The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Amanda Schneider discusses her career journey and insights into the future of work. She highlights her transition to Sandow, effective hiring strategies, and insights from her TEDx talk and generational research. The episode covers the trust gap and challenges of hybrid work environments, emphasizing metrics, scorecards, and personal work preferences. Amanda also offers advice on adapting to cultural changes in workplace models, especially for extroverts and introverts in remote settings. The episode wraps up with ThinkLab insights, closing remarks, and encouragement to share the episode, touching on scaling a business and improving company technology.

Would you rather stay in your current job until you retire, or change jobs every year? Researcher Amanda Schneider says Gen Z's answer to this question says a lot about the evolving workplace. Sharing data-driven insights on the young workforce, she debunks common misconceptions about Gen Z employees and explains why their preferences are key to unlocking a more flexible, effective workplace for everyone. After the talk, Modupe shares how answering the question, "what's the point?" can open you to more new opportunities.Want to help shape TED's shows going forward? Fill out our survey!Learn more about TED Membership here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amanda and Nancy discuss the Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive taking place Saturday, May 10th on the WRAM Morning Show.

How does a research project turn into a global stage moment? Amanda Schneider, entrepreneur and thought leader, shares the surprising journey of how a viral Gen Z study propelled her to the TEDx Fargo stage—and what it really took to get there. In this candid conversation, Amanda reveals the behind-the-scenes highs and lows of preparing for TEDx, from wrestling with self-doubt to navigating a flood of feedback without losing her unique voice. She also unpacks why understanding Gen Z's "phygital" (physical + digital) fluidity is reshaping the workplace—and why most companies aren't ready. Along the way, we explore the power of soft skills, the hidden cost of risk-aversion in leadership, and the personal rituals that keep Amanda grounded as a high-performing leader and mother. If you've ever wondered how big ideas go viral—or what it takes to turn research into real influence—this episode delivers.Find out more at surroundpodcasts.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Amanda Schneider, LEED AP, MBA is Founder & President at ThinkLab, a TedX Speaker, and Host of “Design Nerds Anonymous” podcast where she is passionate about sharing research and insights for the built environment. Mike Petrusky asks Amanda about the evolving role of the workplace, the importance of process innovation over product innovation, and the impact of generational changes in the world of work today. They explore the integration of human resources, workplace design, and technology, and the need for professionals to connect space to strategy, people to purpose, and data to decisions. Amanda believes that the built environment is no longer just a backdrop to work, but “it is the workplace experience” and she is excited about the possibilities for workplace leaders as research reveals that Gen Z thinks digital first and analog second, which impacts how they build relationships and engage with the workplace. Tune in as Mike and Amanda share stories from their podcasting experiences while they encourage and inspire you to be a Workplace Innovator! Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandajeanschneider/ Learn more about ThinkLab: https://thinklab.design/ Watch Amanda's TEDx talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/amanda_schneider_work_is_broken_gen_z_can_help_fix_it_mar_2025 Listen to “Design Nerds Anonymous” podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-nerds-anonymous/id1534887549 Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Would you rather stay in your current job until you retire, or change jobs every year? Researcher Amanda Schneider says Gen Z's answer to this question says a lot about the evolving workplace. Sharing data-driven insights on the young workforce, she debunks common misconceptions about Gen Z employees and explains why their preferences are key to unlocking a more flexible, effective workplace for everyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Would you rather stay in your current job until you retire, or change jobs every year? Researcher Amanda Schneider says Gen Z's answer to this question says a lot about the evolving workplace. Sharing data-driven insights on the young workforce, she debunks common misconceptions about Gen Z employees and explains why their preferences are key to unlocking a more flexible, effective workplace for everyone.

Would you rather stay in your current job until you retire, or change jobs every year? Researcher Amanda Schneider says Gen Z's answer to this question says a lot about the evolving workplace. Sharing data-driven insights on the young workforce, she debunks common misconceptions about Gen Z employees and explains why their preferences are key to unlocking a more flexible, effective workplace for everyone.

A firm's brand establishes credibility and attracts clients, while individual attorneys' brands build trust and showcase expertise. Together, they create a synergy that enhances the firm's reputation and market reach. In this episode of the CMO Series Digital Masterclass, Charlie Knight is joined by Amanda Schneider, Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer at Epstein Becker Green. With 20 years of law firm leadership experience, Amanda discusses how CMOs can effectively balance integrating a firm's overall brand strategy with the individual brands of its attorneys online.   Amanda and Charlie Cover: How firms balance between their law firm brand and the brands of their individual attorneys How firms bring the personal brands of attorneys into the overall strategy The role of thought leadership in building personal and legal brands How the different practice areas and their brands work within the firm's overall brand Measuring the effectiveness of a brand and its impact from both an individual and firm perspective. Amanda's top tip for marketing BD leaders looking to take a more integrated approach to building their online brand

In this episode, we explore the future of customer decision-making in the built environment. Our guests, Amanda Schneider and Meredith Campbell, share insights from their Design Hackathon project which encompassed six months of intensive research. Engaging with end users across various sectors, their research worked to uncover the challenges and changes taking place in the end user decision-making processes. Listeners will learn about the key factors causing delays, the impact of increased focus on costs, and the strategies needed to navigate these complexities.After listening, you will be able to: Understand how the doubling of internal decision-making committees over the last five years has increased complexity and risk aversion in the built environment sector.Identify the importance of value engineering (VE) as a proactive approach to manage cost uncertainty and why it should be an integral part of the project process.Recognize the need for storytelling with data, transforming raw data into actionable insights that help clients make informed decisions more effectively.Apply strategies to manage complex decision-making processes by aligning with clients' decision-making procedures and simplifying the presentation of data for better communication.READ THE TRANSCRIPTHere's how to complete your entire CEU podcast process in 3 simple steps:Step 1: Listen to the episode. Step 2: Visit this link to take a short, 5-question quiz. *Scoring an 80% or above on the quiz will earn you 0.5 CEU credits.Step 3: Upon passing the quiz, receive your certificate of completion from the CEU provider.Special thanks to our CEU episode sponsors, Allsteel, Keilhauer, Kimball International, and Teknion, for partnering with us to provide valuable insights on compelling topics for the design industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Founder and President of ThinkLab, Amanda Schneider, grew up outside of Chicago, inspired by a blend of engineering and design. Now a self-described “designer by degree, journalist by accident, and researcher by choice” at the helm of ThinkLab, she examines the ecosystem of the design world, unearthing and synthesizing the social and cultural shifts and drivers that impact the interiors industry. Together with her team, she offers insights and context that can empower better decision-making while also bridging the communication gap between creatives and the business sector. A keynote speaker (catch her recent TEDx talk) and the host of the podcast Design Nerds Anonymous, Amanda shares her wisdom on topics like communication strategies, storytelling, and the future of work.Head to cleverpodcast.com for a transcript (with links!) of this episode, images, resources, and over 200+ more episodes! Subscribe to our free substack for updates, bonus content, and new episode alerts.For info, resources, and special offers from our guests and sponsors: Clever ResourcesPlease say Hi on social! X, Instagram, Linkedin and Facebook - @CleverPodcast, @amydeversIf you enjoy Clever we could use your support! Please consider leaving a review, making a donation, becoming a sponsor, or introducing us to your friends! We love and appreciate you!Clever is hosted & produced by Amy Devers, with editing by Mark Zurawinski, production assistance from Ilana Nevins and Anouchka Stephan, and music by El Ten Eleven. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Financial Planning and Investment Strategies in the Agricultural Community This episode engages with financial advisor Amanda Schneider from Foundations Wealth Partners based in Iowa, focusing on financial planning and investments within the agricultural sector. Amanda offers insights into common financial misconceptions, and the importance of having a comprehensive investment strategy that spans operating expenses, life events, and retirement savings. She addresses the unique challenges faced by those in the agricultural community. Emphasis on succession planning, risk management, and the value of maintaining a diverse financial portfolio alongside agricultural investments. The conversation also covers the practical aspects of starting financial planning, regardless of one's current financial situation, and highlights the psychological barriers to effective financial management. Additionally, the relevance of life insurance as a tool for estate management and smooth transition in farm operations is discussed. Amanda advocates for proactive financial health checks and encourages listeners to be advocates for their financial well-being. Let's be Instagram besties ⁠@dawnmarie.co⁠! Want to hear from me in your inbox? ⁠Sign up⁠ to get weekly podcast updates and bi-monthly fav's and farm & fam shenanigans Thank you to today's episode sponsor, the ⁠Iowa Pork Producers Association⁠ - it's no secret I'm crazy about pork but if you asked me what my favorite pork cut is - it'd have to be tenderized pork loins. Because they help me hit my protein goals and they grill up so deliciously quick when we are busy with planting, softball, or if I space off starting supper on time! ------ Questions or want to connect with Amanda? Find her at all the places: raymondjames.com/fwp IG: foundations.wealth.partners FB: Amanda Schneider, Financial Advisor with Raymond James 00:00 Welcome and Podcast Rebranding 00:29 Introducing the Episode's Theme: Financial Planning in Agriculture 01:20 Guest Introduction: Amanda Schneider, Financial Advisor 03:33 Diving into Financial Planning: Misconceptions and Strategies 06:47 The Importance of a Good Fit with Financial Advisors 10:56 Understanding Investments and Retirement Planning 19:45 The Role of Life Insurance in Financial Planning 21:55 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information

Amanda Schneider is the Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer for Epstein Becker Green, a national super boutique in the US, and the ILN's member firm for New York and Washington, DC as well as its founding member firm. In this episode, Amanda and Lindsay delve into misconceptions that still exist around marketing professionals, post-pandemic challenges, and using technology as a tool.

What will the future office look like? Ask an interior designer. ThinkLab's Amanda Schneider offers insights on how organizations can use design to support everything from hybrid work strategies to employee health and safety and from sustainability to portfolio optimization.Insights to Share: Hybrid work has brought interior design innovation to the forefront of conversations around productivity and the value of the office.Many organizations are seeking intelligent ways to incorporate technology into the workplace design, and even their furniture, to measure their occupancy and effectiveness.People do not want to come into the office and do the same work they do at home, so office design must account for changed workplace uses.

The state of the industry 12/23 To wrap up the year at BTE, the gang welcomes old friend, fellow SURROUND podcast host, and President of ThinkLab, Amanda Scheider.  After getting a sneak preview of  Bobby's somber New Year's Eve plans, they dive in to look back on how we say AI, metaverse and other trends unfold and then look forward to the future for trade shows, industry shifts, the ‘tech' trend of humanity and more.  Make it your early resolution to tune in. Connect with Amanda Schneider on LinkedIn! Connect with our hosts on LinkedIn; Bobby Bonett Tessa Bain Andrew Lane References and resources: ThinkLab Forbes article on GenZ and the Great Office Debate ThinkLab's GenZ Study ThinkLab - Tectonic Shits for 2024 Trevor Noah podcast with Bill Gates Daniel Susskind: A World Without Work (Book) ThinkLab's 5 Specifier Personas ThinkLab 2024 Hackathon - The Future of Customer Decision-Making Design Nerds Anonymous Podcast on the SURROUND Podcast Network Related and referred BTE Episodes: Amanda Schneider's first visit to BTE Matthias Hollwich on taking an innovative approach as a small firm Get in touch with us with your 2024 predictions and more at bte@sandowdesign.com or drop us a voicemail at the BTE Hotline at 1-917-934-2812. Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com.  This episode of Barriers to Entry was produced by Rob Schulte. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this enlightening episode, Amanda Schneider, Founder and President of ThinkLab, and Cindy Kaufman, VP of Marketing at Mannington Commercial, delve into the profound influence that designers hold in shaping our future. Through engaging conversations and insightful data, they uncover the unique perspective of Gen Z. Underscoring the pivotal role of their decisions in shaping industries and experiences.  Key Takeaways:  Explore Gen Z's distinctive outlook on the world and their concerns about the future.  Recognize the supportive role of technology in enhancing interactions while valuing tactile experiences.  Uncover Gen Z's demand for meaningful returns on their efforts and its alignment with evolving work trends.    Throughout this engaging conversation, Amanda and Cindy weave a narrative that intertwines purpose, relationships, and technology, illuminating how these elements collaboratively shape the trajectory of the design industry. Their dynamic dialogue underscores the symbiotic relationship between innovation and human connection, inviting listeners to join the evolving narrative of design's transformative impact on our world.   

In this episode, ThinkLab interviews Amanda Schneider, president and founder of ThinkLab, and Jessica Jenkins, co-host of The Learning Objective and part of the research and development team at ThinkLab. Together, they discuss the findings of this year's design hackathon, sharing their aha moments. They dismantle assumptions about what other generations think Gen Zers want from their workplace — and use data and interviews to uncover what Gen Zers actually want, what inspires them, and how to capture their loyalty.   Accredited for: IDCEC | 0.5 CEU  Course number: 119305-1000 After listening, you will be able to:  Analyze how Gen Z is an arrow to the future of the design industry.  Contrast how the assumptions about Gen Z differ from what the data revealed.  Identify the five challenge areas for connecting with Gen Z.  Implement solutions for each of those five challenges.  In this episode, we dig into the findings of this year's design hackathon, which included a survey of more than 1,800 designers, as well as more than 20 hours of focus groups on these topics.  Specifically, we focus on the following challenge areas: culture, creativity, relationships, loyalty, and learning. Each area revealed crucial ways in which Gen Zers differs from previous generations. This ranged from the practical, such as which way they prefer to communicate (no calls, please!) to the more profound: Gen Zers consider both physical and digital to be part of one unbroken experience, instead of two distinct and separate ways to work. Alongside these insights, Schneider and Jenkins describe concrete actions that firms can take to integrate Gen Zers and take advantage of their fresh perspective.  Quiz: Want CEU credit for listening? Click here to take the quiz, and earn your certificate of completion.   How it works:    Step 1: Listen to the episode.   Step 2: Visit this link to take a short, 5-question quiz.   *Scoring an 80% or above on the quiz will earn you 0.5 CEU.   Step 3: Upon passing the quiz, receive your certificate of completion. Look out for this at the end of the quiz.  Step 4: No need to self-report, the provider of this episode will do so for you.  A huge thank you to our Design Hackathon CEU partners who made this episode possible: Mannington, 3form, Allsteel, Material Bank, and Milliken.  Visit here if you want them to bring these insights directly to your firm or if you want to take the digital on-demand CEU course.   Connect with our expert guests on LinkedIn:  Amanda Schneider  Jessica Jenkins 

BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus joins host Dennis Scully to discuss the biggest news in the design industry, including a potential buyer for Bed Bath and Beyond, a roundup of the latest showroom openings and a look at how designers are catering to an aging population. Later, ThinkLab founder Amanda Schneider gives listeners a live recap from NeoCon.This episode is sponsored by Crypton.  LINKSThinkLabDesign Nerds AnonymousDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

In this episode, presented by Panolam, ThinkLab interviews Amanda Schneider, president and founder of ThinkLab; Mardi Najafi, vice president of retail strategy and design at Figure3; and Kari Anderson, an interior designer–turned–UX designer. They discuss the blending of physical and digital and how to take the best of both worlds to supercharge projects, processes, and relationships with clients and customers.  Accredited for: IDCEC, AIA | 0.5 CEU/0.5 LU  After listening, you will be able to:  Interpret what “phygital” means.  Analyze the shifts happening in the specification process.  Examine the customer journey in retail for inspiration.  Relate phygital thinking to interior design.  Our first interviewee, Amanda Schneider, is president and founder of ThinkLab. She describes shifts in five key areas at the intersection of design and product: showrooms, libraries, events, product presentations and product discovery, and the role of the local rep.  Our second interviewee, Mardi Najafi, is vice president of retail strategy and design at Figure3. He discusses major changes to the B2B consumer experience from before, during, and after the pandemic and why interest in physical retail has bounced back. And he shares which B2B brands he considers cutting-edge in providing a harmonized buying experience.  Our third interviewee, Kari Anderson, is an interior designer–turned–UX designer. She shares three learnings from effective UX design that interior designers can use to optimize physical spaces, and she explains why AR and visualizers are the digital technologies most empowering designers today.  Quiz: Want CEU credit for listening? Click here to take the quiz, and earn your certificate of completion.  How it works:   Step 1: Listen to the episode.  Step 2: Visit this link to take a short, 5-question quiz.  *Scoring an 80% or above on the quiz will earn you 0.5 CEU/0.5 LU.  Step 3: Upon passing the quiz, receive your certificate of completion from CEU provider Panolam.  Connect with our expert guests on LinkedIn:  Amanda Schneider  Mardi Najafi  Kari Anderson 

Amanda Schneider is a researcher, writer, and founder of ThinkLab, a phenomenal source of creative insight for the industry of interior design.  Recently, Doug and Amanda met in Chicago to see what new thinking she has for us.  As expected… it was a thought-provoking discussion that finishes off with 3 bold predictions for the future of our industry. Click here to get your FREE copy of the Imagine a Place journalFollow Imagine a Place on LinkedInConnect with Doug Shapiro on LinkedIn 

On today's episode of the Work Inspired podcast, we have a very special guest to talk to us about Gen Z, the future of the workplace, and how the digital space continues to rapidly evolve everyday. Amanda Schneider, the Founder and President of ThinkLab, gives her top insights on all these topics plus her words of wisdom to everyone listening.

Join Caroline Saba and Amanda Schneider, founder and president of  ThinkLab, as they dig deep into how design thinking and consumer market research can be used to uncover solutions for various challenges we're facing in the industry.The Design Board, by UpSpring, is a proud member of SANDOW Design Group's SURROUND Podcast Network, home to the architecture and design industry's premier shows.

Today Jan is joined by Amanda Shneider who is here to tell her story as well as tell how she went from a victim to a voice and used that vantage to give other women their voices. Amanda Schneider is the Executive Director for Amplify Voices, a nonprofit organization serving individuals from marginalized communities who want to use their voice as an instrument of change. After participating in Amplify's first program: Triumph Over Trafficking and Sexual Abuse, where she brought her own story to the voice, Amanda brought her varied background of corporate, public education, training and entrepreneurship to her current role. She is fueled by her passion for serving others and bringing more compassion to the world. She currently lives in Tempe, Arizona with her husband of twenty years, three boys and three rescue dogsThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp Online Therapy. Get in touch with the right therapist today! Use our link to get 10% off your first month: www.betterhelp.com/janJan Broberg Links Share & Sign Up:✍ Share Your Story

The age of the independent rep is changing. The role that an independent rep played that we were familiar with up to the year 2015 doesn't really exist anymore. So what does it look like now, in the wave of a digitalized era?Coming from a background at a tech startup, Kurtis Michela was able to bring a new perspective on how to approach, monitor and track communication, bookkeeping, and sales to maintain relationships with his customers. He stresses the importance of using a CRM software to capture data and information as a key strategy to fuel the growth of the business. While building relationships poses a challenge in the digital era, it isn't any less important. The emphasis falls on following up and showing your face when the opportunity arises. And by understanding that other independent representatives aren't your competition but an opportunity for collaboration and partnership, you can build relationships and help each other to move forward as an industry.Tune in to this episode to hear more about what the future looks like for the independent rep and how you can leverage technology and relationships to move your business forward as our industry evolves in the face of the digital era. In this episode:[01:39] Welcome to the show, Kurtis![02:10] Kurtis's background and the decision to join his family business.[05:09] The adjustment into the independent representative role and Kurtis's unique perspective.[06:47] The outside perspective that allows for industry transformation.[09:43] What does an independent rep actually do?[12:44] How independent reps are evolving with the digital transition in the industry.[17:00] Leveraging technology to meet your customers where they are.[20:22] Building relationships in the industry when face time is hard to obtain.[25:36] Using video messages to break the monotony of email communication.[27:21] The benefit of using video messaging in your business.[33:59] Innovation is the future of the independent rep.[40:54] The best way to get in contact with Kurtis.Links & Resources:The InsiderSupport the Trend ReportEpisode 108 - Hackathons, Predictions and More with Amanda Schneider of ThinkLabConnect with Kurtis:The Michela GroupEmailConnect with Sid:www.sidmeadows.comEmbark CCT on FacebookSid on LinkedInSid on InstagramSid on YouTubeSid on Clubhouse - @sidmeadowsThe Trend Report is proudly sponsored by the Insider, a weekly newsletter delivering a quick dose of insight to get your Monday off to a well-informed start. To learn more or to subscribe for free, please visit https://indeal.org/the-insider/The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link:https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License:http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Firms balance work between the tension of innovating their practice and finding their footing in the changes of the industry. Simultaneously, firms are advising clients on the future work, ESG metrics, and more. What are people paying the most attention to in the current industry? Welcome to the second season of Architecture 5 10 20! I'm your host, Guy Geier, Managing Partner of FXCollaborative Architects in New York. Guests from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences related to the built environment will come to share their thought leadership. Our conversations will start with understanding how they arrived at what they're doing now. More importantly, we will focus on discussing their vision for the future, looking out 5, 10, and 20 years. Today, we're joined by Amanda Schneider, researcher, writer and founder of ThinkLab, the intelligence division of SANDOW. She is also the host of Design Nerds Anonymous, the interiors industry focused podcast that sparks curiosity at the intersection of business and design. She started as a product designer, noticed an industrial design and product design gap, and worked towards closing that gap since then. Listen to Amanda speak about the finding of ThinkLab's recent research and where the data has indicated opportunities in the architecture and design industry. She discusses the healthy tensions of evolving as a firm. Firms can leverage data to recognize opportunities where design should push the envelope, such as digitization, sustainability, and DEI. Later on, Amanda explores where most architect firms may land on the spectrum of creativity vs efficiency, tradition vs futurism, and in person work vs hybrid work.  Amanda's research findings around digitization, sustainability, and diversity, equity and inclusion, show measured progress in the architecture and design industry, as well as opportunities for action that are backed by data. Understanding these important topics and emerging tensions through the lens of current research can help firms, as well as our clients, make informed decisions that will benefit the future of our industry.   Time stamps: [01:13] - Amanda Schneider feels audio is uncharted territory. How can this boost business? [03:29] - Amanda explains how she found her way to the design industry for the built environment. [06:25] - What are people paying attention to in the current industry? [08:54] - Amanda suggests three topics A&D firms could proactively discuss. [10:42] - How does architecture differ in the metaverse? [12:38] - Amanda talks about leveraging virtual spaces while keeping real life experiences. [14:35] - What are the early innovations happening at the intersection of architecture and AI? [16:12] - Amanda shares the sustainability results of the building industry during recent years. [18:09] - Why does the life cycle of a building matter in sustainability conversations? [19:30] - Here are questions to ask when deciding on sustainability approaches in the built environment. [21:43] - How many clients are asking for ESG related measures? How much does it depend on which generation you're interacting with? [24:23] - Amanda shares the data that surrounds DEI awareness in firms. [26:13] - How do firms choose when to innovate or when to refine an idea? [28:57] - Relate to generations as prototypes and clues to the future, rather than stereotypes. [30:43] - In the current market, do most designers see themselves as early adopters, fast followers, or traditionalists? [33:35] - What is the office of the future? [36:21] - “The rebirth of the office.” [38:08] - Thank you Amanda for reminding us to use research findings to make informed decisions that will benefit the future of our industry. Links / Resources: Guy Geier Instagram | Twitter   Amanda Schneider Design Nerds Anonymous Podcast LinkedIn   The Learning Objective Design Nerds Anonymous episode with Guy

In this bite-sized episode, we tackle the question “How Are A&D Firms Advising Their Clients When the Future Is So Uncertain?” Leading firms appear to be embracing what we are calling the “beta test mindset.” What is this and what does it mean for you? Hosts Erica Waayenberg and Amanda Schneider walk us through what having a beta test mindset looks like from the perspective of a firm and how you, as a rep, could respond. 

Staying ahead of market trends by educating yourself is key to providing an outstanding customer experience and achieving success in the office interiors industry. The future of the dealer in the office furniture industry is evolving in the face of how much technology has integrated itself into our lives post-pandemic. While we can leverage technology, we must also become experts in our industry and solve the problems of our customers while remaining consistent across the market and improving the speed, convenience, and communication in our market.Jorge Anaya, the CFO of Henricksen, and I have a discussion surrounding what the future of our industry looks like from the perspective of the dealer. We agree that the industry needs to work together more seamlessly to provide an amazing experience for our customers. Listen in to this episode to get the scoop on how prioritizing customer service and building strong relationships can allow companies in the office interiors industry to establish themselves as reliable and trustworthy partners for our clients. In this episode:[01:39] Welcome to the show, Jorge![02:31] Jorge's background and how he landed at Henricksen.[04:35] Shining light on the Office Interiors industry and the best way to draw attention and talent to our industry.[07:58] Jorge's unique approach to his role as CFO at Henricksen.[09:42] The strategic growth plan that is responsible for Henricksen's success.[14:36] There is no end point to success. We must continue to evolve with the market.[15:25] How the Office Interiors industry evolved after the pandemic and the challenges dealers face.[19:39] The future of “The Dealer” in our industry.[21:37] Industry experts and the solutions we provide are what drive our sales.[24:30] Leveraging artificial intelligence apps such as ChatGPT in the industry.[29:26] How Henricksen is creating an amazing customer experience.[35:16] Parting words of advice from Jorge and where to connect with him.Links & Resources:The InsiderSupport the Trend ReportEpisode 108 - Hackathons, Predictions and More with Amanda Schneider of ThinkLabUnreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect by Will GerardTry ChatGPTConnect with Jorge:HenricksenEmail | LinkedInConnect with Sid:www.sidmeadows.comEmbark CCT on FacebookSid on LinkedInSid on InstagramSid on YouTubeSid on Clubhouse - @sidmeadowsThe Trend Report is proudly sponsored by the Insider, a weekly newsletter delivering a quick dose of insight to get your Monday off to a well-informed start. To learn more or to subscribe for free, please visit https://indeal.org/the-insider/The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link:https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License:http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

In this bite-sized episode, we tackle the question “Best practices: co-presenting with reps, how do I find my tribe?” Hosts Erica Waayenberg and Amanda Schneider discuss the best ways to collaborate with other reps and what you need to know as you find trusted partners to work with. 

Pod meets pod on this episode of BTE as we're joined by the host of Design Nerds Anonymous on the SURROUND podcast network, and President of ThinkLab, Amanda Schneider. Amanda knows her stuff and has the data to back it up, so the gang does their best to keep up in a wide-ranging and fast-paced discussion where we cover everything from the future of the design industry's workforce to the metaverse hype cycle and beyond to the merits of decaffeinated coffee. Connect with Amanda Schneider on LinkedIn! Moments to check out:  “How to survive on decaf” - (starts at 3:14) The benefits of being a first mover industry - (starts at 7:11) Next generations designers & Gen Z talents - (starts at 19:25) Hype cycle vs Utility - (starts at 24:51) Podcast Plug-a-palooza - (starts at 35:09) Connect with our hosts on LinkedIn; Bobby Bonett Tessa Bain Andrew Lane References and resources: What's Phygital?  Reinventing Live the Always on Future of Events by Marco Giberti Check out 3 ThinkLab podcasts Amanda's mentioned: Design Nerds Anonymous The Learning Objective Mpowered Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode of Barriers to Entry was produced and edited by SANDOW Design Group. Special thanks to the podcast production team: Hannah Viti, Wize Grazette, Kasey Campbell and Samantha Sager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2022 Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner was the first ever horror film to win the top award at the film festival. But before that, "Nanny" — the feature film debut from Nikyatu Jusu — was also the recipient of the 2022 Dolby Institute Fellowship, which awards a low-budget Sundance film with a post-production grant to finish the film in Dolby Vision® and Dolby Atmos®.Now that "Nanny" is available to stream on Prime Video, we recently sat down with writer-director Nikyatu Jusu, supervising sound editor Dave Flynch, and Academy Award winning re-recording mixer Skip Lievsay to discuss the film's rich soundtrack. This episode was recorded during a live post-screening Q&A for the Artist Academy — Film at Lincoln Center's program for young filmmakers — and was moderated by our executive producer Amanda Schneider.“We talked a lot about character arc for the soundscape… There is a tendency to neglect sound in the conception stage. And if you think about your soundscape as a character, then you can have an arc for that soundscape so that the audience doesn't become numb, with a relentless soundscape that is not ebbing and flowing.”— Nikyatu Jusu, Writer and Director, "Nanny"Be sure to check out "Nanny" on Prime Video.Please subscribe to The Dolby Institute Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.You can also check out the video for this episode.Learn more about the Dolby Institute and check out Dolby.com. Connect with Dolby on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn.

Amanda Schneider is the Chief Marketing Officer at Epstein Becker Green (EBG), a national law firm focused on healthcare, life sciences, and labor and employment law. She has been with the company for nearly 15 years, starting out as the Director of Strategic Initiatives before moving up the ranks. As the CMO, Amanda oversees a team of 25 business development, communications, and marketing operations professionals. Additionally, she staffs EBG's board of directors and focuses on meeting the firm's business objectives while generating revenue and growing the client base. Amanda believes that a law firm's marketing, business development, and professional development departments can play a powerful role in attorney retention. When these departments work cohesively for the benefit of attorneys, your firm is able to inspire, motivate, and educate your people, thus leading to higher retention rates, a strong culture, and a profound sense of community. In this episode… With the rise of hybrid and remote work, it's easier than ever for employees to move from one job to the next. So, what can law firms do to retain talent, inspire teams, and make them want to stay for the long term? Amanda Schneider shares the important reminder that all attorneys are different. Each employee has unique needs, learning styles, and goals. So, if you want to succeed as a law firm and maintain a strong team, you have to learn to adapt, invest in your people, and unify your marketing, business development, and professional development departments. Above all, Amanda says you must treat your teams with respect and build relationships on a foundation of trust. In this episode of The Lawyer's Edge Podcast, Elise Holtzman talks with Amanda Schneider, the Chief Marketing Officer at Epstein Becker Green, about her strategies for employee retention. Amanda shares how marketing, business, and professional development sectors can work together to motivate employees, why intentionality is key, and her tips for maintaining a strong culture — even in remote and hybrid workplaces.

In this bite-sized episode, we tackle the question, “How are CEUs evolving?” ThinkLab hosts Amanda Schneider and Meredith Campbell give insight into the modern approach to traditional CEUs, virtual CEUs, and why you should care about the new podcast CEUs.  

The pandemic presented the contract interior industry with many challenges as it shifted the way we do business with our clients and end consumers. I had the opportunity to talk with Amanda Schneider of ThinkLab who hit me with a ton of insight on the best ways our businesses can shift to meet the challenges that we are faced with. By developing personas for our consumers that are generated by research, we can still be successful and lean into the future of our industry. Along with knowing your audience and speaking to them in their language, we want to create the best client experience for them as well. One of the best ways to accomplish this is by digging through your content, your website, and your advertisements and looking at them through the lens of the customer. Listen as we discuss why being in touch with your business through consumer research is the best way to know where to invest, where to improve, and see areas that will allow you to succeed.In this episode:[01:56] Welcome back to the show, Amanda![02:52] Amanda is the founder and president at ThinkLab.[08:57] What do personas look like in the B2B world?[14:29] The three phases to a Hackathon.[16:15] The big takeaways from previous Hackathons.[19:13] Age demographics of personas are changing.[23:08] How the pandemic has shifted business operations from relationships to information.[27:57] Getting an outsider's viewpoint can provide amazing takeaways for improvement.[31:18] The struggle to invest for the future.[32:21] The ‘Rule of Thirds' has shifted the future of the industry.[37:08] The value of a persona takes marketing and strategy tools to the next level for your business.Links & Resources:The future of B2B sales is hybridThe InsiderSupport the Trend ReportConnect with Amanda:ThinkLabFacebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedInAmanda's LinkedInPodcasts:Design Nerds AnonymousThe Learning ObjectiveMpoweredHackathons Hackathon PlaybooksConnect with Sid:www.sidmeadows.comEmbark CCT on FacebookSid on LinkedInSid on InstagramSid on YouTubeSid on Clubhouse - @sidmeadowsThe Trend Report is proudly sponsored by the Insider, a weekly newsletter delivering a quick dose of insight to get your Monday off to a well-informed start. To learn more or to subscribe for free, please visit https://indeal.org/the-insider/The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link:https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License:

In this bite-sized episode, we tackle the question, “How is the role of a rep changing?” Host Erica Waayenberg is joined by Amanda Schneider to give insights from ThinkLab research on how reps can extend their outreach, understand designers' autonomy, and embrace their problem-solving superpower.

What do design clients want most right now? Where should I focus my efforts to amplify my impact? How can I engage the next generation of designers? Join ThinkLab's Amanda Schneider for a series of impactful conversations with visionary leaders as we answer all of those questions and more to navigate what's next for today's ecosystem of B2B interior design clients – welcome to season 4 of the Design Nerds Anonymous podcast! This season, we're sharing data-driven insights from our groundbreaking new research on buyer personas that represent the future of the design industry. Listen and subscribe for informative findings from six months of ThinkLab research + sage guidance from our experts to help shape your projects and equip you with actionable ideas about understanding and connecting with humans: from buyer personas to how we engage in physical space. This season of Design Nerds Anonymous is brought to you by Mannington Commercial, theMART, and NeoCon, companies doing big things to move the design industry forward. Design Nerds Anonymous is a proud member of the SURROUND Podcast Network. Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode of Design Nerds Anonymous was produced and edited by SANDOW Design Group. Special thanks to the podcast production team: Hannah Viti, Wize Grazette, and Samantha Sager.

In this bite-sized episode, we tackle the question, “What do designers need most from a rep?” ThinkLab hosts Amanda Schneider and Erica Waayenberg give insight into all the key words designers need from reps – including responsiveness, expertise, reliability, trust, and access. You'll learn how to tick all those boxes!  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to tackle on air, we'd love to hear from you. Simply direct-message Material Bank on Instagram with your success story or question through the messaging function.

As the world of work evolves, law firms face unique challenges when it comes to retaining and motivating their talent.  Someone well-versed in this field, is Amanda Schneider, Chief Marketing Officer of Epstein Becker Green, a national super boutique firm focused on healthcare and life sciences and labour and employment. Amanda staffs the firm's Board of Directors and plays a strategic role in the Deloitte Legal and Epstein Becker Green alliance to provide global workforce solutions.  Amanda joins Jennifer Green on this edition of the CMO Series, to discuss workplace cultures, opportunities and strategies to help law firm leaders retain their people amid a rapidly changing market.  Jennifer and Amanda explore: How to create a culture that retains employees even with ‘the great resignation' at play The opportunities for team building and development born out of the pandemic How the Marketing and BD team add value to the firm's culture to provide greater attorney and staff retention How ‘the great resignation' has impacted legal marketing and business development departments The potential challenges in the next phase of hybrid work and the opportunities that have come from what we've endured How clients are impacted by the current workforce trends Advice for other legal marketing leaders facing the challenges of the new ways of working    

Amanda Schneider is a researcher, writer, founder, and president of Sandow's ThinkLab, a booming market research firm focused on the world of contract interior design.In today's episode, we hear from Amanda about how she lives her personal and professional life with the fearlessness to “Carpe the Diem”. Amanda's persistence to “seize the day” is what began her on a search for better work-life balance, and ultimately led to the creation of ThinkLab.  Listen to the episode with Amanda and Rex as they explore the role that resilience has played in her life. Follow The Resilience Lab: On InstagramOn LinkedInThe Resilience Lab is an Imagine a Place Production. 

In this episode of the Legal Marketing 2.0 Podcast, Guy is joined by Amanda Schneider to discuss the benefits of including clients in your digital marketing efforts. Amanda is the CMO of Epstein Becker Green where she oversees a team of business development, communications, and marketing operations professionals. She also staffs the Firm's Board of Directors and has been with Epstein Becker Green for 14 years.

Join ThinkLab's Amanda Schneider for meaningful conversations with industry experts as we explore a new era in the evolution of design.  This season we're tackling the future of product specification and what it means for several key elements of the design industry: showrooms, resource libraries, events, and more.  If you want inspiration and insights for the intersection of business + design, this podcast is for you. Listen and subscribe for impactful findings drawn from six months of ThinkLab research and sage guidance from our interviews with nearly two dozen experts, including prominent industry professionals from Interior Design Giants of Design firms.  Special thanks to our episode sponsors Mannington Commercial, Keilhauer, theMART, and NeoCon, companies doing big things to move the design industry forward. 

In this episode, Amanda Schneider and I share the harrowing experience of being sexually assaulted after the shame associated with it. She was at a conference, drugged, and subsequently raped at the age of 40.After it happened, she decided to share her story and discovered that many people came forward and told her of having had that same experience. We talk about how shame is a by-product, and the importance of not letting shame win by bringing it to the light.If you have ever had an incident of trauma like this, you will appreciate the conversation of how shame affects you and the cost of that.Amanda shared that communicating about the incident and speaking to others not only made a difference in her healing, but helped others heal as well.We also talk about the concept of resilience which is THE WAY to survive anything. If you can develop resilience, you are able to move through the challenges to live on purpose.You will appreciate this courageous conversation.Amanda Schneider is an award-winning, international speaker and trainer. She is the Founder of Abundance On Purpose and Co-Founder of the Women's Impact Academy. Her mission is to guide women who are connected, compassionate and authentic leaders in their families, communities and beyond. Through facilitation of workshops, courses and circles, her aim is to help her clients increase the effectiveness of their communication and deepen relationships, both in the sales/business world as well as in family systems.Reach and book Amanda Schneider if you're ready to create more abundance in your life and business,>> https://abundanceonpurpose.com/FREE GIFT: BANKCODE AssessmentDiscover your true personality in 90 seconds or less.>> https://crackmycode.com/commit2achieve See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Design Nerds Anonymous, the podcast that sparks curiosity at the intersection of business and design, from ThinkLab, the research division of SANDOW. Join host Amanda Schneider and the industry's top thought leaders as they discuss issues that provide inspiration for your business, fuel for your design process, and connection with people and ideas for positive disruption. Want to join big thinking happening in the design industry? Become a ThinkLab Insider today by visiting: https://info.thinklab.design/insider-program

Welcome to Design Nerds Anonymous, the podcast that sparks curiosity at the intersection of business and design, from ThinkLab and SANDOW. Learn more about the show and what to expect this season with your hosts Amanda Schneider and Hannah Viti.

Do you wish you grew up in an insurance world that only let you have a niche? Believe it or not, there's some agents out there lucky enough to do just that. If selling to your niche is your only option, it's amazing how good you get selling in it. In fact, within a fairly short amount of time, you'll be able to own it like no one else you know. That's what my new friend Amanda Schneider, of TrueNorth Companies, is doing from the start of her insurance career. P.S. The Agency Nation newsletter is the best insurance email sent on Sunday morning. #Facts