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Most leaders are told the same lie: more collaboration = better results. Ron Friedman's research says otherwise — and the data will change how you run your team. Ron Friedman is an award-winning social psychologist, bestselling author of Superteams and The Best Place to Work, and founder of Superteams Inc. His research on high-performing teams revealed something surprising: only 8% of teams qualify as superteams — and it has nothing to do with where they work. In this episode, we break down exactly what separates superteams from everyone else. Connect with Ron: https://superteamsinc.com/ Connect with Jen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenparnold/ Are you a new leader looking for support? Check out Made to Lead, our 12-week cohort for first time people leaders. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themadeleader  

In this week's EMQs George Osborne and Ed Balls take on a question from Jeremy Hunt who asks if chancellors are under pressure to push through new reform as soon as they are in office. Ed and George bring their experience to the query. Following the Pope's letter on the topic of AI, one listener asks for Ed and George's reaction to the papal intervention. In the Pope's encyclical, he asks if AI is a force for good or bad. George and Ed applaud Pope Leo's early engagement into the topic and, like the Pope, think human dignity needs to be at the heart of all new technological advancements. MP, Minister and mountain rescue volunteer Josh MacAlister asks a question that takes George back to his constituency in Tatton and prompts Ed to share his knowledge and his appreciation for rhubarb. Also a query from Australia triggers a debate on politicians shaping policy to benefit their loved one. Plus there's confirmation of what's NOT going to be on the setlist at the upcoming Centrist Dad's gig at the Water Rats in London.We love hearing from you, so please don't forget to send all your EMQs to questions@politicalcurrency and make sure to include a voice note of your question or send a question to our social media handles:

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Superteams: The Science and Secrets of High-Performing Teams by Ron Friedman https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/198218633X https://Superteamsquiz.com/superteams-masterclass Ronfriedmanphd.com The ultimate playbook for building high-performing teams, packed with counterintuitive insights, surprising science, and real-world lessons from the most comprehensive study of elite groups ever conducted. What do the best teams do differently? To find out, award-winning social psychologist Ron Friedman surveyed thousands of teams and pinpointed the precise habits that separate the best from the rest. The results upend everything we think we know about teamwork. It turns out that the most successful teams aren’t the ones that collaborate most, get along best, or put in the longest hours. What really sets them apart is the way they manage their energy and attention, bring out the best in one another, and keep improving over time. Blending eye-opening discoveries with unforgettable stories, Superteams takes you inside the writers’ room of Succession and Bridgerton, the recording studio of ABBA and Fleetwood Mac, the kitchens of Michelin-starred restaurants, the laboratories of Nobel Prize–winning scientists, the locker rooms of NBA and NFL teams, and the boardrooms of the world’s most innovative companies. You will learn: -A simple rule that instantly cuts meeting time in half -How the best teams make focus easier, not harder -The one question that makes team decisions up to 30% smarter -The only office perk that improves performance (spoiler: it’s not coffee) -How personal productivity hacks make teamwork harder -Why feeling like the smartest person in the room is a red flag -Why top performers care more about disappointing their peers than their boss -How the best teams avoid burnout without working fewer hours -The science of truly restorative breaks, evenings, and vacations -How to build a team that keeps getting better (even when you’re not in charge) Smart, insightful, and relentlessly practical, this is your science-backed guide to turning your team into a Superteam. About the author Ron Friedman, PhD, is an award-winning psychologist who helps leaders build high-performing teams. He is the bestselling author of The Best Place to Work and Decoding Greatness, and the founder of Superteams, Inc., where he delivers keynotes, workshops, and executive advisory to senior leaders around the world. An expert on human motivation, Friedman has served on the faculties of the University of Rochester, Nazareth College, and Hobart and William Smith Colleges. He contributes regularly to Harvard Business Review, and his work has been featured in The New York Times, Financial Times, Bloomberg, NPR, CBS, FOX, NBC, Fast Company, The Washington Post, Forbes, and Inc.

Ron Friedman, Ph.D., was the guest on this episode of Success Profiles Radio. He is an award-winning social psychologist and bestselling author of The Best Place to Work and Superteams. His research on building high-performing teams has been featured in The New York Times, Bloomberg, and Harvard Business Review, where his article “How to Build a Superteam That Keeps Getting Better” is this month's cover story. We talked about what it takes to get interviewed with major media outlets, how he does a book launch, how to build a Superteam, and the way that the best teams make decisions. In addition, we discussed what warrants a group meeting and what doesn't, the biggest mistakes leaders make, rewarding team members for taking risks at work, and how allowing team members to moonlight during off-hours can actually help a team's performance. Finally, we talked about building trust, discovering what motivates employees, and the one office amenity that makes the most difference in team productivity. You can listen and follow the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Audible, Amazon, iHeart Radio, and at Success Profiles Radio | Live Internet Talk Radio | Best Shows Podcasts You can also order Ron's book on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/4trb4try You can take Ron's Superteams masterclass for free when you buy his book: superteamsmasterclass.com Please leave a 5-star review on iTunes and Spotify.

On the show: -Don't sweat the big stuff...But absolutely lose your mind over the little stuff! -Training AI to Spring clean your house? -Sorry kids, no more free pictures at the George Eastman House -Only ONE local town made the "Best Place to Live in America" and it isn't what you think -Jerk or Justified? Asking the girlfriend to help pay rent -More students are opting OUT of college and going right into the trades -"Wait Wait Don't Tell Me!"

What if the secret to a high-performing team isn't found in a pep talk or a personality test but in the cold, hard data of behavioral science? Today we are joined by Dr. Ron Friedman, an award-winning psychologist and author of the new book Superteams. We dive into the science-backed strategies that transform a group of individuals into a cohesive powerhouse, challenging the myths of traditional management along the way. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why confusing collaboration with constant togetherness is driving your team toward burnout - The specific calendar strategies super teams use to play offense and protect deep work time - How to implement a simple rule for meeting guidelines that ensures you only meet when a decision is required - The shocking data behind why most feedback fails to improve performance and how to pivot to a future-focused approach - Why the reasons your team chooses to work on vacation matter more than the act of working itself Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:39) Welcome Ron Friedman (01:09) The Hidden Costs of Constant Communication (02:21) How Super Teams Were Studied and Defined (03:40) Calendar Offense and Focus Amplification (05:19) Creating Better Team Meeting Guidelines (08:09) Establishing Specific Modes of Communication (10:21) The Truth About Remote and Hybrid Teams (13:07) Creative Lessons From ABBA and Broadway (15:48) The Sunday Night Litmus Test (19:19) Why Most Feedback Fails and How to Fix It (24:27) Modeling Culture and Vacation Realities (27:02) A Brand That Makes Ron Smile (28:13) Where to Learn More and Show Wrap Up About Ron Friedman Dr. Ron Friedman is an award-winning psychologist and the founder of Ignite80, a learning and development company that teaches leaders science-based strategies for building high-performing teams. His extensive research into human behavior and organizational success has been featured on major platforms, including NPR, Bloomberg, The New York Times, and Harvard Business Review. He is the author of The Best Place to Work, Decoding Greatness, and his latest book, SuperTeams: The Science and Secrets of High-Performing Teams, which delivers a data-driven playbook on how the world's most effective teams manage their time, energy, and attention. What Brand Has Made Ron Smile Recently? Ron shared his enthusiasm for Hyperice, a high-performance wellness and recovery brand specializing in advanced massage and compression technology. After experiencing their vibrating rollers at his gym, he tried their innovative, inflatable compression pants designed to relieve leg tension and muscle soreness. As a fitness enthusiast, Ron is now an evangelist for the brand because the product completely eliminates post-workout soreness, making him ready to perform again the very next day. Resources & Links Connect with Ron on LinkedIn. Check out his new book Superteams. Learn more about Ron Friedman's research and access free tools on his website. Listen & Support the Show Watch or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon/Audible, TuneIn, and iHeart. Rate and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to help others find the show. Share this episode — email a friend or colleague this episode. Sign up for my free Story Strategies newsletter for branding and storytelling tips. On Brand is a part of the Marketing Podcast Network. Until next week, I'll see you on the Internet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of Hub & Spoken, Jason Foster, CEO & Founder of Cynozure, speaks with Tom Spencer, Director of Customer Data Sciences at Aviva, about what it takes to build a genuinely customer-centric organisation using data and AI.   Tom shares how Aviva is using customer analytics, machine learning and emerging AI technologies to improve customer relevance, strengthen retention and create more joined-up experiences across millions of customers and multiple product lines. The conversation explores how large organisations can connect data strategy directly to business outcomes through experimentation, targeting intelligence and faster feedback loops.   The episode also looks at the operational realities behind the ambition: legacy systems, fragmented journeys, data foundations and the importance of strong partnerships between data teams and the wider business.   Tom reflects on how generative AI is changing customer expectations and why organisations that succeed will be those with the strongest understanding of their customers.  

The FIFA World Cup and Fan Festival are just weeks away. Murals are going up, bars are racing to get extended hours permits, and graffiti is being covered 一 but is it enough? Some argue Philly is the most prepared host city and is set to make some money off of these events. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk through all the prep that could lead to a success story for the city as we host soccer's biggest competition.   Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Free Library of Philadelphia Taskrabbit 

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Imagine a $100 million company losing $20 million a year, cycling through four CEOs in two years, and plagued by a toxic, hierarchical culture. This was the reality Mitch Luciano stepped into at Trailer Bridge in 2014. Conventional wisdom suggests a hard-nosed approach, but Mitch had a different strategy—one based on the LEAP framework: cultivating Love, generating Energy, inspiring Audacity, and providing Proof. He focused on making the people happy first, trusting that everything else, from customer relationships to financial success, would follow. In this exclusive interview, Mitch shares the inspiring story of how building genuine trust, starting with a simple ice machine, transformed Trailer Bridge into a perennial “Best Place to Work”—proving that love in business isn't just a “nice to have,” it's the ultimate competitive advantage.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Love Is Just Damn Good Business community today:stevefarber.comSteve Farber LinkedInSteve Farber InstagramSteve Farber TwitterSteve Farber FacebookLove Is Just Damn Good Business YouTube

Chris Holman welcomes back Shelia Scott, Community Financial Education & Business Development Officer, West Lansing Branch, LAFCU Headquarters. Welcome back, Sheila. Remind us about April being Financial Literacy Month? You recently wrapped up an 8-month class with a graduation. Tell us about that? $2500 is to be awarded to teachers soon. Tell us about that? Congratulations, LAFCU, for winning the statewide innovation award for tackling financial instability at its roots? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ LAFCU to award $2,500 in grants to Michigan teachers Five $500 grants to support classroom needs; applications now open LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU is once again accepting applications for its Teachers Grant Contest, providing financial support to educators across Michigan to help enhance their classrooms and student learning experiences. The credit union will award five $500 grants, totaling $2,500, to Michigan teachers. The funds are intended to help cover the cost of classroom supplies, resources and other educational needs—reducing the out-of-pocket expenses many educators face. Michigan pre-K through 12th-grade teachers are encouraged to apply online at www.lafcu.com/teachersgrant through May 15. Applicants will be asked to briefly describe how the grant funds would benefit their classroom and students. Applicants do not need to be LAFCU members but must be legal residents of Michigan and actively teaching during the 2026-2027 school year. “Teachers consistently go above and beyond for their students, often purchasing supplies with their own money,” said Shelia Scott, LAFCU community financial education and business development officer. “Grants like this one help ease that burden by providing extra support for classroom tools and resources that enhance learning and student engagement.” Up to two grants may be awarded per school building. For more information or to apply, visit www.lafcu.com/teachersgrant. LAFCU also supports education through its Innovation for Education (LIFE) Grant, which awards $10,000 to one Michigan school annually for a project that enhances learning, creativity and student well-being. Schools have until May 1 to apply for the LIFE Grant here: www.lafcu.com/life. About LAFCU Founded in 1936, LAFCU (pronounced laugh-cue) is a not-for-profit, member-owned credit union open to all who live, work, worship or attend school in Michigan, and to Michigan businesses. LAFCU serves more than 74,000 members and holds over $1 billion in assets. With a particular focus on serving people of modest means, LAFCU is committed to enhancing its members' financial well-being and creating long-lasting positive change across generations. Awarded the prestigious Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award, LAFCU is known for its people-helping-people mission, which has led to award-winning financial literacy programs for all ages. A three-time honoree as a national ‘Best Credit Union to Work For,' LAFCU has also been recognized as a Best Place to Work for Women and an Inclusive Workplace and is recognized globally for its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Learn more at www.lafcu.com. # # #

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on May 12, 2026, featured several significant community recognitions, including $365,000 donation to animal services from the estate of Robert W. Steger and proclamations for Affordable Housing Month and the Iu Mien American 50th anniversary. Administrative actions included approving a $7.5 million budget for an airport parking guidance system and adopting zoning code amendments to comply with state housing laws, which Supervisor Hume opposed due to concerns over state overreach in local land-use authority. Additionally, the Board approved a retroactive MOU for the Homeland Security Task Force, which passed with two dissenting votes following a discussion regarding the role of federal immigration agencies and the county's commitment to California's sanctuary laws. A primary focus of the meeting was an update on the "Best Place to Build" initiative, where staff reported that over 90% of planned process improvements have been completed to streamline development through new digital tools like the Land Use Library and a cloud-based management system. Regarding public safety, the Public Safety and Justice Agency reported that 55% of the Mays Consent Decree provisions are in substantial compliance and highlighted the ROAR program, which has successfully enrolled nearly 500 justice-involved individuals into reentry support services. The session concluded with Chair Rodriguez requesting a formal review to potentially consolidate county boards and commissions to increase organizational efficiency.

In this episode of Hub & Spoken, Jason Foster, CEO & Founder of Cynozure, speaks with Alessandra Di Lorenzo, advisor to CMOs, author of Adjust and TEDx speaker, about how AI is reshaping the internet business model. They explore the rise of zero-click search, recommendation engines and feed-based commerce, and discuss why brand trust, direct traffic and consumer awareness are becoming more important as AI increasingly acts as a gatekeeper between brands and audiences. For senior business and technology leaders, this episode offers a timely perspective on what happens when the economics of the internet start to change. Cynozure is a leading data, analytics and AI company that helps organisations to reach their data potential. It works with clients on data and AI strategy, data management, data architecture and engineering, analytics and AI, data culture and literacy, and data leadership. The company was named one of The Sunday Times' fastest-growing private companies in both 2022 and 2023 and recognised as The Best Place to Work in Data by DataIQ in 2023 and 2024. Cynozure is a certified B Corporation.

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Andy Freed is Chairman of Virtual, Inc., advising global organizations including Microsoft, Meta, and Google and his company has been named a Best Place to Work for more than a decade. He is a leadership professional keynote speaker, and a business strategy consultant, leveraging my expertise to help organizations and people grow. In the last 35 years, Andy has guided candidates in their runs for state and national office, coached a Division I college sports team, and chaired a hospital board, all while finding the time to catch nearly 100 Bruce Springsteen shows around the world. He also brings a unique twist to leadership conversations in his book, Lead Like The Boss using Bruce Springsteen's leadership style as a framework for building trust, communication and momentum inside teams. For more information, visit https://www.andyfreed.com. 

This Saturday, Louisiana voters will weigh in on whether to let the new city of St. George form its own school district. To do that, they have to amend the state's constitution.The Baton Rouge breakaway suburb has been trying to start its own school system for more than a decade. WRKF's Report for America corps member Alex Cox joins us with more.The Louisiana Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives and the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children have partnered to bring a recognition called “The Best Place for Working Parents” to Louisiana. The recognition acknowledges employers who self-assess to gauge how friendly their workplace is for workers with children. Taylor Henry, executive director of the Louisiana Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, tells us more about improving working conditions for parents. Since the Make-A-Wish Organization was first founded, it's helped grant more than 12,000 wishes to children in Louisiana. In 2025, it granted 650 wishes across the Gulf Coast region, the highest total in the organization's history.May is a busy month for the Make-A-Wish Texas, Gulf Coast and Louisiana Chapter. After World Wish Month and World Wish Day, the organization has many local events hoping to raise money to support the mission. Wish Kid, Abron Fyre, his mother Misty Frye, and the organization's director of development, Tommy Fonseca, join us with more.—Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Adam Vos. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer, Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you!Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

A 15-year veteran of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Charlie Lopez-Quintana is now rewriting the rules of luxury hospitality at ETC Hotels, home to Shutters on the Beach and Hotel Casa del Mar. In this episode of The Turndown, Charlie shares why the future of luxury isn't about scripts, stiff formality, or hiding behind a front desk. It's about laid-back luxury — a more human, intuitive approach where leaders roll up their sleeves, teams are empowered to create unscripted moments, and technology supports hospitality without replacing its soul.   Resources: A guide to improving the hotel guest experience Guest profiles: The foundation of personalized experiences Enough one-night stands: A guest marketing playbook for driving repeat revenue   ----more---- About Cloudbeds Cloudbeds is the hospitality management system built for ambitious hoteliers who demand more. The Cloudbeds platform unifies operations, distribution, guest experience, and revenue marketing, giving operators a breadth of tools to capture demand, grow direct bookings, optimize pricing, maximize upsell revenue, and act on real-time intelligence within a single system. Designed to scale with independent hotels, large hotel groups, and multi-property portfolios, Cloudbeds is trusted by tens of thousands of properties in more than 150 countries. Founded in 2012, Cloudbeds is recognized as a top Hotel Management System, PMS, and Channel Manager — and Best Place to Work — by Hotel Tech Report for eight consecutive years.

These episodes of #thePOZcast, live from Transform 2026 in Las Vegas, are proudly brought to you by our friends at Overalls What if your employees had one central hub to handle real life? Meet Overalls. A smarter way to support your team, combining expert human LifeConcierges™ with AI to solve everyday challenges across healthcare, caregiving, benefits, insurance, finances, life admin, and more. From start to finish, Overalls handles the details — using existing benefits where they fit, and filling in the gaps where they don't. So employees save time, reduce stress, and stay focused at work, while employers boost engagement and get more value from their benefits. Overalls is redefining how work supports life, helping employee teams from Reddit, Patreon, BeatBox, and more cross pesky to-dos off their lists every day. Learn more at https://getoveralls.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=pozcast Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com   ABOUT: Lucia is a Chief People Officer working at the intersection of talent, technology, and strategy, helping organizations navigate transformation and scale intentionally. Over the past decade, she has partnered with leadership teams at public and high-growth companies to build operating models that support distributed work, enable durable growth, and strengthen resilience. At Virta Health, she built and scaled a fully remote organization recognized by Inc. as a Best Place to Work during a period of rapid expansion. At Patreon, she led the team through hypergrowth, M&A integration, and cultural evolution. Earlier in her career at Yahoo, Lucia designed and implemented analytics and decision-making infrastructure across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas. She holds a PhD in Organizational Behavior from Stanford GSB and brings a systems-driven approach to how organizations operate and evolve at scale.  Takeaways: 1. Honesty Is the Most Underrated Employee Benefit Lucia's diagnosis of broken cultures is blunt: a lack of honesty. In an era defined by uncertainty — AI, economic volatility, global instability — employees want leaders and organizations that will be straight with them. Transparency isn't a communication strategy; it's a cultural foundation. 2. Bring Your Customers Into Your Culture Virta Health keeps honesty alive by bringing its patients — the people receiving its treatment — into all-hands meetings, offsites, and board meetings. It's a radical form of accountability that makes it impossible to lose sight of what the organization is actually for. 3. Remote Done Right Is About Trust, Not Tools Flexibility is a genuine benefit — but only if it comes with trust, clear expectations, and a genuine output-over-hours mentality. Lucia's philosophy: I hired you to do a job from anywhere. Get it done. The moment you start monitoring screen time or sending 3 AM emails, you've broken the contract. 4. Know Your Population Before You Design Your Benefits Virta's benefits strategy starts with a simple question: who are our people and what do they need? Their workforce is majority women in their 30s — so fertility benefits aren't a nice-to- have, they're a core part of the value proposition. Benefits designed without demographic insight don't land. 5. Compensation Comes First — Then Benefits Can Differentiate You cannot win a talent war on benefits alone. Market-rate base, bonus, and long-term incentives have to be in place first. Once they are, benefits become the layer that signals culture and meets employees where they are in their lives. 6. Engagement Is the Proxy Metric for Peace of Mind How do you quantify something as qualitative as peace of mind? Lucia's answer: Track engagement before and after benefits changes. Employees who feel supported show up more connected to the organization. That connection is measurable — and it ties directly to retention and performance. 7. The Attrition Argument Wins the Benefits Budget Conversation When employees are in a high-stakes life phase — fertility, family planning, caregiving — and the company doesn't meet them there, they leave. The cost of replacing them is almost always higher than the cost of the benefit. Lucia builds her ROI case on that math, and it works. 8. AI Is Forcing Leaders to Lead With Meaning As AI automates the transactional parts of management, leaders are left with the one thing AI can't provide: genuine human connection and meaning. Lucia sees this as a cause for optimism — organizations that were coasting on process are now being pushed to actually invest in their people. 9. 3 AM Emails Are a Leadership Failure, Not a Work Ethic Signal Managers who send late-night or weekend messages aren't demonstrating dedication — they're demonstrating poor planning and setting a cultural expectation that others shouldn't have to absorb. If urgency is manufactured, the fix is upstream, not a Sunday Slack message. CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Introduction Adam welcomes Lucia Guillory, CPO at Virta Health, and gets a quick overview of what the company does — including their recent breakthrough linking their treatment to extended survival in pancreatic cancer patients. 02:00 – From Isolation to PhD: How Lucia Got Into People Lucia traces her path into organizational behavior through a personal lens — growing up dyslexic and with ADHD, studying people as a way to understand belonging, and ultimately earning a PhD to drive change in organizations. 05:00 – What's Most Broken in Bad Cultures Lucia's direct answer: a lack of honesty. In a world of tariffs, AI anxiety, and geopolitical turbulence, employees want authenticity and transparency above everything else — and it's rarer than it should be. 07:30 – How Virta Bakes Transparency In Virta's unusual approach to keeping honesty at the forefront: bringing patients (members) into all-hands meetings, offsites, and even board meetings — making it impossible to hide what's working and what isn't. 10:30 – Remote Done Right What it actually means to be a fully remote organization: output over hours, trust over monitoring, flexibility as a genuine benefit, and clear communication as the operating system that holds it all together. 13:30 – The 3 AM Email Problem Lucia's take on managers who send emails at 3 AM or on weekends: it's a leadership failure, not a badge of honor — and employees have to vote with their feet if that's the culture. 16:00 – Total Comp: Where Benefits Fit In You can't win on benefits alone — market compensation has to be there first. But once it is, benefits become the differentiator. Lucia's framework: know your population and design accordingly. 18:30 – Fertility Benefits & Knowing Your Workforce Why Virta chose Carrot as their fertility benefits platform — and how understanding that their workforce is majority women in their 30s made this an obvious, high-impact investment across the full spectrum of family planning. 21:30 – Measuring the ROI of Peace of Mind How do you put a number on peace of mind? Lucia's answer: track engagement. Benefits that reduce stress and meet employees where they are show up directly in engagement scores — and engagement ties to retention and performance. 24:00 – Linking Benefits to Attrition The business case Lucia makes to finance: when employees are in a critical life phase — fertility, family planning, caregiving — failing to meet them there drives attrition. The cost of that attrition is measurable. The cost of the benefit usually isn't. 26:30 – What's Lighting Lucia Up: AI & the Return of Meaning Lucia's optimistic take on the AI moment: as transactional management gets automated away, leaders are being forced to show up with something AI can't provide — meaning, connection, and genuine investment in their people.    

In "How FDH Aero is Simplifying the Aerospace Supply Chain", Joe Lynch and Bob Loycano, Vice President, Supply Chain for FDH Aero, discuss how specialized distribution and strategic inventory buffering eliminate bottlenecks in the global aerospace industry. About Bob Loycano Bob Loycano serves as Vice President, Supply Chain for FDH Hardware. In his role, Bob is responsible for establishing the purchasing and planning strategies utilized by each of the FDH Aero businesses. He aggregates the collective's purchasing synergies, enabling improved partnerships with suppliers. He reports to President of FDH Hardware, Matt Lacki. Prior to joining FDH Aero, Bob spent seven years as Executive Director of Supply Chain at Wesco. After his time at Wesco, Bob spent 7 years as Vice President of Procurement at KLX Aerospace – three years of which were spent with Boeing Distribution Services, after its acquisition of KLX. During his tenure, Bob oversaw all global procurement, planning, sourcing, and technical support. Bob's experience extends well beyond aerospace distribution – starting his career as an engineer at General Electric Aircraft Engines. He then spent 18 years at Pratt & Whitney as a manufacturing & design engineer, and later, as Commodity Manager. Bob graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing Engineering from Boston University. He would go on to earn an MBA from the University of Connecticut.  About FDH Aero FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years of experience, it specializes in hardware, electrical, consumables & expendables, licensed products, and value-added services for global OEM and aftermarket customers. FDH is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero – named a Best Place to Work in Aviation – has locations in 15 countries across the globe, with more than 1,500 best-in-industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space. For more information, please visit FDHAero.com. Key Takeaways: How FDH Aero is Simplifying the Aerospace Supply Chain In "How FDH Aero is Simplifying the Aerospace Supply Chain", Joe Lynch and Bob Loycano, Vice President, Supply Chain for FDH Aero, discuss how specialized distribution and strategic inventory buffering eliminate bottlenecks in the global aerospace industry. Global Scale and Specialized Scope: FDH Aero is a global supply chain partner with over 60 years of experience, operating in 15 countries with more than 650,000 square feet of inventory space. They specialize in high-criticality components including hardware, electrical parts, and consumables for both the commercial and defense aerospace sectors. Managing the "Long Tail" of Supply: While major OEMs like Boeing or Airbus buy high-volume parts directly, FDH Aero adds value by managing the "long tail"—the thousands of lower-volume, specialized parts that are difficult for OEMs to forecast or stock individually. The Criticality of Quality and Safety: In aerospace, every part is essentially a "safety part." Bob highlighted that FDH Aero tests every batch of parts for strength and durability—such as ensuring fasteners are forged rather than cut—before they ever enter their inventory to prevent any single point of failure. Bridging the Capacity Gap: A major industry challenge is the "skills gap" and labor shortage in manufacturing. FDH Aero acts as a strategic buffer, chasing global capacity and managing long lead times (which can exceed a year for simple nuts and bolts) so that production lines don't stop. Simplifying Complex Logistics: FDH Aero simplifies the supply chain by acting as a single point of contact for thousands of suppliers and customers. They handle the "onerous" terms and conditions of large OEMs that smaller manufacturers might avoid, while also navigating complex international tariffs and customs. Inventory as a Service: By carrying approximately 600,000 SKUs, FDH Aero provides "availability as a service." They use their own forecasting expertise to stay "smarter than the customer," ensuring parts are on the shelf before the customer even realizes they have a need, thus preventing "Aircraft on Ground" (AOG) situations. Economic Efficiency through Aggregation: FDH Aero provides cost savings by buying industry-standard parts in bulk across multiple customers. This allows them to offer lower unit costs than a customer could get by buying small quantities directly from a manufacturer, while also eliminating the customer's internal inventory carrying costs. Learn More About How FDH Aero is Simplifying the Aerospace Supply Chain Bob Loycano | Linkedin FDH Aero FDH Aero | Linkedin FDH Aero | Instagram FDH Aero | YouTube Bob Loycano Interview The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube

In this episode, Vipul Dayal shares how he stepped into hospitality after his father-in-law's passing, inherited a powerful family legacy, and made the bold decision to take a historic Days Inn in San Francisco independent just as COVID shut the world down. The conversation explores what it really takes to leave a franchise, build a brand from scratch, lead with purpose, and prepare teams for ownership. Vipul also opens up about his A.L.L. philosophy, advocacy, leadership, and legacy, plus his views on AI, TrevPAR, front-desk-free hotels, and why the future belongs to hoteliers willing to rethink the old playbook. ----more---- Resources: Cloudbeds' 2026 guide to hotel deflagging What is Total Revenue per Available Room (TRevPAR)? 10 best hotel software systems for independent properties   ----more---- About Cloudbeds Cloudbeds is the hospitality management system built for ambitious hoteliers who demand more. The Cloudbeds platform unifies operations, distribution, guest experience, and revenue marketing, giving operators a breadth of tools to capture demand, grow direct bookings, optimize pricing, maximize upsell revenue, and act on real-time intelligence within a single system. Designed to scale with independent hotels, large hotel groups, and multi-property portfolios, Cloudbeds is trusted by tens of thousands of properties in more than 150 countries. Founded in 2012, Cloudbeds is recognized as a top Hotel Management System, PMS, and Channel Manager — and Best Place to Work — by Hotel Tech Report for eight consecutive years.

Hour 2 dives into the NCAA Tournament expanding from 68 to 76 teams and whether the change will actually improve the event. We also react to listener texts on the topic and wrap things up by revealing the results of our Tuesday Draft, highlighting the best places to drink a beer! Follow The Drive on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook!

Ashland mayor Tonya Graham shares insights into the current challenges and future vision for Ashland, Oregon.

Chris Holman welcomes Trey Williams, CPA and Principal Director, Maner Costerisan, Lansing, MI. Trey Williams, CPA and Principal Director of Maner Costerisan — a full-service public accounting and business advisory firm headquartered in Lansing, Michigan since 1906 — appeared on Michigan Business Beat to discuss the firm's recent recognition. The company received four awards, including being named a Best Place to Work by both *Accounting Today* (for the ninth year) and *Crain's Detroit*, as well as being selected among the top firms in Inside Public Accounting's survey of companies with over $10 million in revenue. Williams attributed these honors to the firm's culture of investing in employee well-being and career development, which in turn drives strong client service and low turnover. The firm's stated mission is "enabling others to reach their potential" — encompassing both their team and their clients, as well as giving back to the community. Williams also briefly noted that significant IRS and tax changes are expected, promising to return to the show to walk clients and listeners through the details. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Hospital systems, clinics, or acute care — which is right for you? I break down the best places to start your hand therapy career and where you should think twice.

Welcome to Walking the Way. My name is Ray, and I really want to say thank you to everyone for listening in as we continue to explore what it means to have a regular rhythm of worship.  CreditsOpening PrayerRay BorrettBible verseJeremiah 22:29Thought for the dayRay BorrettBible PassageJeremiah 22GOD'S WORD Translation (GW) Copyright © 1995, 2003, 2013, 2014, 2019, 2020 by God's Word to the Nations Mission Society. All rights reserved.Prayer Handbookprayer handbook WTW 2026.pdfSupporting Walking the WayIf you want to support Walking the Way, please go to: https://ko-fi.com/S6S4WXLBBor you can subscribe to the channel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/walkingtheway/subscribeTo contact Ray: Please leave a comment or a review. I want to find out what people think and how we make it better.www.rayborrett.co.ukwalkingthewaypodcast@outlook.comwww.instagram.com/walkingtheway1@raybrrtt

The  Moose on The Loose helps Canadians to invest with more conviction so they can enjoy their retirement. We cover a few high yield products to park cash: BMO Aggregate Bond Index (ZAG) Vanguard Sht-Term Inflation-Protected Sec Idx ETF (VTIP) Global X 0-3 Month T-Bill ETF (CBIL) Canadian Banc Corp. (BK.PR.A) Brompton Split Corp. Preferred Share ETF (SPLT) BMO Money Market Fund ETF (ZMMK) It's all about dividend growth investing! Subscribe to the best free dividend investing newsletter: https://thedividendguyblog.com/newsletter Get the 20 income products guide for retirees: https://retirementloop.ca/income/

How family-friendly are businesses in Louisiana? The Best Place for Working Parents will recognize employers that have family-friendly policies…policies that can also boost a business's bottom line. We get the details from Alex Cory, the Outreach & Partnerships Manager for the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children.

* The NFL draft is less than two weeks away. We'll break down some of the possibilities for the Saints with WWL sports director Steve Geller. * The Orleans Parish Communications District handles 911 and 311 calls, and they're understaffed. But a new AI tool could help. * How family-friendly are businesses in Louisiana? The Best Place for Working Parents will recognize employers that have family-friendly policies…policies that can also boost a business's bottom line.

Chicago entrepreneur Glen Tullman, the visionary behind the new magic venue ‘The Hand and The Eye,’ joins John Williams to talk about his background, the historical importance of the building, his lifelong passion for magic and the wonder it can create, Chicago’s long history with magic, and what we need to know about the experience […]

Chicago entrepreneur Glen Tullman, the visionary behind the new magic venue ‘The Hand and The Eye,’ joins John Williams to talk about his background, the historical importance of the building, his lifelong passion for magic and the wonder it can create, Chicago’s long history with magic, and what we need to know about the experience […]

Chicago entrepreneur Glen Tullman, the visionary behind the new magic venue ‘The Hand and The Eye,’ joins John Williams to talk about his background, the historical importance of the building, his lifelong passion for magic and the wonder it can create, Chicago’s long history with magic, and what we need to know about the experience […]

Episode Show NotesGuest: Matt O'NeillHost: Melvin E. Edwards Category: Mindset / Business / Personal DevelopmentEpisode SummaryWe've all been told the same story: work hard, hit the milestones, and happiness will find you. But what happens when you reach the summit—the $8M business, the #1 rankings, the dream family—and you still feel empty?In this episode of Stories from Real Life, host Melvin E. Edwards sits down with Matt O'Neill, author of the best-seller Good Mood Revolution and founder of the #1 "Best Place to Work" in South Carolina. Matt shares his raw, honest journey from professional burnout to a "Good Mood Revolution." He reveals why happiness is not a byproduct of success, but a skill that must be practiced, and how he used the teachings of masters like Eckhart Tolle and Tony Robbins to transform his life and leadership.Key TakeawaysThe Success Trap: Why high-achievers often feel miserable despite reaching their financial goals.The 8 Bad Moods: Identifying the specific mental patterns that steal our joy and how to interrupt them.Conscious Happiness: Moving beyond "positive thinking" into a disciplined practice of choosing your state of mind.Leadership from the Inside Out: How Matt built an $8 million real estate empire by prioritizing the well-being of his 80+ employees first.The Skill of Joy: Practical, daily habits to reset your mood in under five minutes.Memorable Quotes"Happiness isn't a destination you arrive at once you're successful; it's the fuel that makes the journey worth taking." — Matt O'Neill"We are often the architects of our own bad moods. The good news? That means we hold the blueprints to change them."Resources MentionedBook: Good Mood Revolution by Matt O'NeillWebsite: MattONeill.comAbout the GuestMatt O'Neill is a powerhouse entrepreneur and a leading voice in the "Good Mood" movement. As a business leader, he led his team to become the #1 Best Place to Work in South Carolina and has been featured globally for his insights on corporate culture and personal fulfillment. He is a father of four and a dedicated student of mindfulness and peak performance. Get full access to Melvin E. Edwards at storiesfromreallife.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to episode 370 of Growers Daily! We cover: if the farmers market is the right place to start farming, we'll check in on our pedal powered root washer, we'll check in on the birdies (with hope), and It's feedback friday.   We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome back to the Slow Baja Podcast. I'm your host, Michael Emery. Today, I get to sit down with a man who has spent more than fifty years turning raw wood into music and has found, along Baja's dusty roads and sparsely populated coastlines, a place that feeds his soul and quiets his mind.Bob Taylor is the Co-founder and Senior Advisor of Taylor Guitars, recognized as one of the world's most iconic acoustic guitar makers. He and his company have shaped the soundtracks of generations, their instruments resonating through countless legendary songs. Need proof of Taylor Guitars' artistry? Consider one of the most famous guitars on the planet: Taylor Swift's electric blue acoustic, a showstopper adorned with Japanese koi fish by master craftsman Pete Davies Jr.But today, we're not talking about guitars, music, or Taylor Swift. Today, we're talking about Baja. When Bob ventures to Baja—his chosen sanctuary, he brings the same precision, creativity, and sense of craft from his half-century as a luthier. He didn't just prepare for the journey; he masterminded it, personally acquiring and outfitting a fleet of 12 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ80s, not only for himself, but for his friends.Together, Bob's Baja crew roamed the peninsula in matching “school uniform” vehicles, exploring Baja the way it's meant to be experienced. Paper maps, side-eyed drives down endless washes searching for ever elusive empty beaches. For the first seventeen years, Bob says they never checked into a hotel; instead, they slept under Baja's endless stars, woke to the sound of the ocean, and, of course, to Bob making coffee. Yes, he's a coffee fanatic, maybe even a coffee fiend, but that's a story for another day.Today, it's all about the man behind the brand, and his passion for Baja. So settle in, you're about to experience the kind of conversation that defines what Slow Baja is all about—curiosity, craft, and a real sense of place. Special thanks to Alberto Moreno, of Taylor Guitars, for recording this conversation.Need Baja Bound Insurance click hereSupport Slow Baja with a donation here.Join a Slow Baja Adventure here.

SummaryOn this insightful episode of Startup Junkies, the team sits down with Randy Wilburn, director of communications and marketing at the Fayetteville Public Library and founder/host of the I Am Northwest Arkansas podcast. Randy shares his journey moving from Boston to Northwest Arkansas in 2014, and how the region's rich entrepreneurial spirit inspired him to start a podcast that now boasts over four hundred episodes.Throughout the episode, Randy details the vibrant business culture in Northwest Arkansas and explains why it's an ideal place to launch a new venture. He highlights the power of relationship-building, noting that genuine connections drive success in the area. Listeners gain valuable tips, including the importance of storytelling for founders and the need to know your “why” before pitching your business. Randy also shares his philosophy of striving to get one percent better every day, inspired by James Clear's "Atomic Habits" and the Japanese concept of Kaizen as a path to sustained growth.The episode closes with practical advice from Randy for anyone looking to start or scale a business in Northwest Arkansas: leverage local resources, be willing to pivot, and lean into the supportive founder ecosystem. Tune in for an uplifting, information-packed conversation that reminds us all that incremental steps, strong networks, and authentic storytelling are the heart of sustained entrepreneurial success!Show Notes(00:00) Introduction(07:21) Northwest Arkansas's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem(13:02) The Importance of Testing Ideas(18:51) Nailing Your Pitch and Audience(22:18) Advantages of Modern AI Tools(28:59) Small Changes That Lead to Big Results(33:42) The Legacy of NWA's Leaders(36:37) Using Library Resources for Startups(43:24) Closing ThoughtsLinksDaniel KoonceTy SteeleGrace OlsonStartup JunkieStartup Junkie YouTubeRandy WilburnFayetteville Public LibraryI Am Northwest Arkansas

Scheim gives his lead for the morning. A new survey has found that Lowell is the best place to live in the state of Massachusetts. The crew ask him why that is.

In this episode of NucleCast, retired Lieutenant General Dan Karbler joins the podcast to examine the evolving landscape of air and missile defense amid ongoing regional conflicts and accelerating technological change. Drawing on decades of operational and strategic leadership, LTG Karbler discusses how layered missile defense—from strategic homeland defense to tactical systems—is adapting to increasingly complex threats.The conversation explores Iranian drone and missile activity in the Middle East, the role of systems such as THAAD, Patriot, and counter‑UAS, and the challenges of sustaining and reconstituting missile defense capabilities at scale. Lt Gen Karbler also offers insights into the Golden Dome concept for homeland missile defense, emerging future threats, and what deterrence requires in an era of precision missiles, massed drones, and rapid technological diffusion.For nearly 37 years, Dan served our nation in a variety of positions in the United States and around the world. An expert in Air and Missile Defense and Space Operations, he has extensive experience in effectively leading large and complex military commands, conducting operations, requirements and capability development, test and evaluation, and budget formulation. Prior to retiring from the Army as a Lieutenant General, he led the U.S. Army's Space and Missile Defense Command (SMDC), a globally dispersed organization across 23 locations and 11 time zones responsible for providing homeland and regional air and missile defense and space operations. During that time, Space and Missile Defense Command was named “The Army's Best Place to Work” in 2022 and 2023. Since retiring, Dan has joined the Center for Security and International Studies (CSIS) as a senior advisor to the Missile Defense Project and has been a frequent contributor on national security matters to Merit Street News. He sits on the advisory board for TCOM and was recently appointed to the board for the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC). During the past year, Dan served as a technical advisor and actor in the upcoming movie, “A House of Dynamite.” Dan has a Master's degree in Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College, a Master's degree in Business Administration from Benedictine College, and a Bachelor's Degree from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.Socials:Follow on Twitter at @NucleCastFollow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/nuclecastpodcastSubscribe RSS Feed: https://rss.com/podcasts/nuclecast-podcast/Rate: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nuclecast/id1644921278Email comments and topic/guest suggestions to NucleCast@anwadeter.org

Christchurch locals say the city is prospering and heading in the right direction, on the back of an ASB report finding Canterbury is the best place to be in the country economically. But there's concern the good times won't last, with rising fuel prices and they worry about how the economy will be affected by the war in the Middle East. Anna Sargent reports.

Dr. Daniel Tataje is the Leader of Mercy Dental Group, an Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company and multi-award-winning "Best Place to Work" organization. He helps leaders and families globally through his humanity-focused leadership approach centered on the 7 Marks of Leadership: Integrity, Respect, Positivity, Empathy, Team Work, Service, and Humility.Daniel's journey began as an immigrant dentist from Peru, facing licensing challenges and financial struggles while working as a dental assistant. The pivotal transformation occurred during rapid business expansion when he realized he couldn't be present among all his staff anymore, prompting him to develop the 7 Marks of Leadership—a framework inspired by Jesus Christ's leadership example that he discovered during a week-long retreat.Through implementing these marks, Daniel not only restored his family relationships but also created a thriving workplace culture where people feel valued as the unique gifts they are. His proven framework demonstrates that servant leadership, built on sacrificial love and genuine care for others, creates lasting impact both in business and at home, one person at a time.More Info: Dr. Daniel TatajeBook: The Leader Humanity NeedsSponsors: Become a Guest on Master Leadership Podcast: Book HereAgency Sponsorships: Book GuestsMaster Your Podcast Course: MasterYourSwagFree Coaching Session: Master Leadership 360 CoachingSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/masterleadership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You don't need me to tell you where to put your Boston Fern. You need to understand what your Boston Fern does — and then your own intelligence, your own knowledge of your space and what you need from it, will tell you exactly where it goes.   RESOURCES: subscribe to my newsletter | simpleshui.com buy the book | Simple Shui for Every Day: 365 Ways to Feng Shui Your Life follow along | Instagram   join the course | *The Simple Shui Course* enroll for the live session | Module Two / February 25th at 11 am CT (replay available through March 27th) 

Chris Hallberg is a high-energy, straight-shooting coach who thrives on helping teams pursue something special. His philosophy is simple: go big—if not, go medium—but never settle or walk away. With more than 11 years of full-time experience implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), Chris has seen firsthand what’s possible when teams commit to clarity, discipline, and execution. He credits the grit, resilience, and passion of the organizations he works with for overcoming real obstacles and achieving meaningful wins in the face of adversity. EOS works when leaders want it to—and the results speak for themselves. A significant number of Chris’s clients have been recognized as a “Best Place to Work” more than 100 times combined, based on rigorous employee engagement surveys that often require 90+ percentile scores. These organizations consistently build world-class cultures alongside exceptionally profitable outcomes for all stakeholders. Chris primarily works with privately held, entrepreneurial organizations that aspire to be great—leaders willing to make tough people decisions, have honest conversations, and lead with kindness. His clients typically range from $10M to $1B in annual revenue and include parent companies, family offices, and private equity firms seeking stable, consistent growth. He is also the Founder and President of GoExpand, an officially licensed EOS software platform.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey humans, welcome back to the podcast. In our last episode, I introduced you to the concept of allostatic load—that cumulative wear and tear on our bodies from chronic, unresolved stress. Today, we're taking that conversation straight into the boardroom. I'm talking to the CEOs, CFOs, and HR leaders who might not realize that this invisible burden is already showing up in your P&L through productivity losses, healthcare claims, and the "quiet quitting" of your highest-performing talent. With an estimated $136B annual cost attributed to chronic illness in the US workforce, this isn't just a "soft" human issue; it's a hard business reality that we have the power to change.   I'm sharing a tactical three-lever framework to help you look at organizational design as a health intervention. We'll dive into how to audit invisible labor, train managers to see performance dips as health signals, and redesign accommodation pathways to be proactive rather than reactive. It's time to stop asking our women to just be more resilient and start fixing the systems that accumulate the load in the first place. Join me as we explore how a proactive workforce strategy can become your greatest competitive advantage. Stacie More episodes at StacieBaird.com.

In today's Five Question Friday (FQF) video, we cover these questions: 1. Where is the best place to park cash today?2. Should you invest or pay off student loans?3. Are Schwab's Target Date Retirement Funds a solid option?4. When should you start spending your IRA money?5. Should a TIPS ladder be part of a retirement portfolio?Join the Newsletter. It's Free:https://robberger.com/newsletter/?utm...