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AppleVis Podcast
Tidy Up Instantly: The Mac Shortcut You Didn't Know You Needed

AppleVis Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025


In this episode of the AppleVis podcast, Siddarth shares a quick and efficient way to organize multiple files into a single folder on a Mac using a simple shortcut. He demonstrates how to use VoiceOver to select documents around a specific topic—like “Holistic Education Development”—and instantly group them together by pressing Control + Command + N.This episode is perfect for anyone wanting to simplify file management and save time when handling numerous documents. Listeners will gain practical tips to boost productivity with organizing documents, audio, and video files for easy access on their Mac.If you're looking to optimize your digital workspace, this episode offers invaluable insights. Tune in to learn and master this handy feature!TranscriptDisclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers' names, voices, or content.Siddarth: Have you ever stuck in the situation where you have a lot of folders related to one particular topic or a concept and you wanted to group all those in one folder on your Mac? You might be coming across if you're not yet. In Mac, I have discovered an amazing feature that we can quickly create a single folder by selectingSiddarth: the required files and upload it with one shortcut or one key. For example, if I have a subject called accessibility or if I have documents and audios and videos related to accessibility and I want to, instead of creating a folder and copying it and pasting it, I just want a quick handy way to just put all in the folder or an all in one folder. So,Siddarth: I'll show you how can we do that on Mac with VoiceOver. Let's get started. Right, I'm on my desktop. I'll go to Documents, Command-Shift-O. So... All right.Siddarth: So now here I have a lot of documents which I wrote for my University, my class test and all. So now I have a couple of documents here which has the name called head. That's HED. It calls holistic. Education development. So I want instead of copying all those or creating a separate folder and copying them and pasting it instead of doing that. I want to create. I want to just select those all.Siddarth: files related to HED and put it in one single folder so that it will be easy for me to access it whenever I need. So how can we do that? Let me interact here. Okay, I'll go Vivo down arrow.Siddarth: I have a document here. Let me just select it with Vivo command enter.Siddarth: right let me leave the command key and vivo down arrow i have again head test let me press again with the i'm not leaving my vivo keys i'm just uh holding my vivo keys and i just lifted my finger after selecting the command key let me press command and again i perform the same thing vivo command enterVoiceOver: Two items selected.Siddarth: Again, I leave the key.VoiceOver: Add test pages document.Siddarth: This is a pages document. So let me select this.VoiceOver: Add test pages document. Added to selection three items selected.…

The P.O.D. Kast
Episode 69: Brian "Head" Welch's "Save Me From Myself", or How Korn Gave Head to Christ lol

The P.O.D. Kast

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 131:20


It's a rare album on the P.O.D. Kast that has us eschewing the normal preamble because we know there'll be so much to talk about with the album, but not only is that the case here, it's our longest main episode ever, as we go insanely deep on this insane album that Korn's "Head" was convinced to make after leaving the band and becoming a born-again Christian back in the late 00s. And boy do we dig into everything here, from the insane lyrics to the potentially more insane articles (did Head join a cult? How did he lose all of his money? Why did he bring his 5 year-old daughter on the road with Korn? And more!) to the fact that the music is way better than it has any right to be. It's an album that seems like it shouldn't exist, but we are very glad it does. Speaking of albums that shouldn't exist, check out our Patreon at patreon.com/thepodkast, where $4/month gets you access to THREE bonus episodes every month, including last month, where we reviewed Hed(pe)'s covers album "70s Hits From the Pit" with Billboard writer Jason Lipshutz. It's also an insane album and we dig into all of that, plus your donation gets you our entire back catalogue of bonus episodes, access to our Discord, merch discounts, and MORE! So check it out!

Real Estate Investing For Professional Men & Women
Episode 330: Exploring Innovative Housing Solutions, with Kurt Volkman

Real Estate Investing For Professional Men & Women

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 41:32


Kurt acted as the Director of Corporate & Commercial Architecture and Urban Planning at Legat Architects in Chicago, where he led Midwest and National teams in the design and delivery of hospitality, entertainment, multifamily, retail, senior living, and life science projects. He is an active advocate of Enlightened Urbanism, marrying urban planning, evidence-based design, and experiential design to create a sense of place by incorporating principles of wellness and sustainability into every project. Kurt's industry knowledge and focus on collaborative design solutions will be integral to HED's effectiveness toward its mission: Advancing Your World, through the Positive Impact of design, our teams create exceptional solutions for our clients, the community, and the world. What You Will Learn: Who is Kurt Volkman? How does Kurt Volkman define the criteria for affordable housing projects? How can architecture contribute to creating a sense of community in new developments? How competitive is the landscape for obtaining tax credits for affordable housing? What strategies are being explored to finance affordable housing projects? How does Kurt approach the challenges of finding suitable sites for new housing projects? What are the current trends in materials used for constructing affordable housing? What considerations must be made when designing buildings that exceed three stories? What benefits does creating a walkable community provide to residents and businesses? What strategies are used to ensure retail spaces remain viable in new developments? How does Kurt design spaces to enhance safety and retention for residents? How do new construction and renovation compare in terms of speed and cost-effectiveness for affordable housing? What are the challenges of converting office buildings into residential spaces? How can industry professionals stay informed about trends and regulations in architectural design? What resources can individuals use to research architectural practices in their areas? What organizations provide valuable information for understanding housing development and architecture? How can understanding local building trends inform investment decisions in real estate? What key advice does Kurt offer for those interested in the architectural and real estate industries? Kurt shares how everyone can contact him. Additional Resources from Kurt Volkman: Website: https://hed.co/ Email: kvolkman@hed.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurt-volkman-b479a47 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HEDadvances/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hedadvances/ Attention Investors and Agents Are you looking to grow your business? Need to connect with aggressive like-minded people like yourself? We have all the right tools, knowledge, and coaching to positively effect your bottom line. Visit:http://globalinvestoragent.com/join-gia-team to see what we can offer and to schedule your FREE consultation! Our NEW book is out...order yours NOW! Global Investor Agent: How Do You Thrive Not Just Survive in a Market Shift? Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3SV0khX HEY! You should be in class this coming Monday (MNL). It's Free and packed with actions you should take now! Here's the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sNMjT-5DTIakCFO2ronDCg

Changing Higher Ed
Capital Funding Strategies in Higher Education: How Universities Are Solving Infrastructure and Student Housing Challenges

Changing Higher Ed

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 32:47


With state capital support on the decline and infrastructure aging out of usefulness, higher education leaders are under pressure to find new ways to fund capital projects—without compromising mission, control, or long-term sustainability. In this episode of Changing Higher Ed®, Dr. Drumm McNaughton explores creative capital funding strategies institutions are using to meet urgent facility and housing demands. His guest, Brent Miller—Higher Education Market Sector Leader at HED—shares how colleges and universities across the country are structuring public-private partnerships (P3s), securing transformational donor gifts, and leveraging local bond initiatives to move large-scale capital plans forward. This conversation is especially relevant for presidents, CFOs, trustees, and VPs of facilities navigating deferred maintenance, campus growth, or strategic repositioning. Brent brings 30+ years of architectural and capital planning experience to the conversation, offering insights from some of the most innovative projects in higher ed capital development. Topics Covered: Why traditional state funding is no longer enough—and what institutions are doing about it How public-private partnerships (P3s) work, and which types of projects they're best suited for Case studies from USC, UC Irvine, University of Michigan, UC Merced, and more Donor and corporate partnership models that align with institutional missions How local bond initiatives are changing the future of community colleges What boards and presidents need to know about aligning capital projects with strategy and risk Real-World Examples Discussed: USC's Iovine and Young Academy, funded by a $70M gift from Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre UC Irvine's interdisciplinary health sciences building—merging donor intent and design University of Michigan's Ford Robotics Building, a co-developed corporate-academic research hub UC Merced 2020, a $1.3B P3 that doubled the university's physical capacity Cal State San Marcos' early mixed-use P3 development for housing and retail A facilities deal struck to replace plant equipment at cost and pay via utility savings General Motors University as an early model of industry-aligned higher ed Three Key Takeaways for Leadership: Ensure capital alignment with strategy: Every capital initiative should support the university's mission, enrollment trajectory, and long-term vision. Build in lifecycle costs: Deferred maintenance and energy savings must be part of the upfront planning—not afterthoughts. Communicate across stakeholders: From boards and donors to students and local communities, transparency is essential to success. This episode provides both a strategic framework and actionable insight into how today's institutions can overcome capital constraints through innovation, collaboration, and long-range thinking. Recommended For: Presidents, provosts, CFOs, trustees, board chairs, and facilities executives leading campus master planning, housing expansion, or long-term capital strategy. Read the transcript: https://changinghighered.com/capital-funding-strategies-higher-education/ #HigherEdLeadership #PublicPrivatePartnerships #HigherEducation #HigherEducationPodcast

The Good, The Pod and The Ugly
1X1: NUMBER 1: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH

The Good, The Pod and The Ugly

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 63:29


Send us a textHEDWIGBefore we say auf wiedersehen to Season 14 with its eight revamps of the previously covered during the show's first five years, the boys of TGTPTU reveal their unexpected special little packages: 1x1's, wherein each host shall choose a single film by its merits of discussion and unlikelihood to be exposed on a future 4x4, creator, or thematic season. The first of these darlings is Thomas's: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH (2001). Adapted from the rock musical of the same name that started as the collaboration between frontman of the NYC-based band Cheater (performing on stage as Hedwig's band) Stephen Trask and then actor later turned actor-director with this debut film John Cameron Mitchell. Hedwig's story, on stage told in song and monologue, of male-to-female surgery so as to marry an American GI and leave East Berlin originated from Mitchell's own experiences as a military brat in Germany and Kansas trailer parks while the jealousy and newer betrayal Hedwig expresses toward her protégé and superstar success/successor Tommy Gnosis (also played by Mitchell in the play but embodied by Early Aughts indie film darling and pod-contentious actor Michael Pitt) is elevated by Trask's music and lyrics and is expanded and enriched with animation, locations, and added characters (most notably Andrea Martin as the band's manager) for the silver screen.   Learn more about the progression from stage to screen from Thomas on research; jam out to Rock Facts with Ryan (sorry, mineralogists, but we're talking glam and punk rock here); former host Jack on vibes in the rhythm section wakes up mid-episode to like the film and dig the hand-drawn animation; and Ken lands his rimshot, getting to tell his joke that calls back to TGTPTU's Nolan coverage (Season 12).  Spoiler: You'll be hearing from four Hed heads.  Reminder: You don't put a bra in a dryer!  CONTENT WARNING: At least once during the episode the “f” word (“Ferengi”) is used. For those allergic to Star Trek and nerdom, our sincerest apologies. My you live long and prosper. THEME SONG BY: WEIRD A.I.Email: thegoodthepodandtheugly@gmail.comFacebook: https://m.facebook.com/TGTPTUInstagram: https://instagram.com/thegoodthepodandtheugly?igshid=um92md09kjg0Bluesky: @goodpodugly.bsky.socialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6mI2plrgJu-TB95bbJCW-gBuzzsprout: https://thegoodthepodandtheugly.buzzsprout.com/Letterboxd (follow us!): Podcast: goodpoduglyKen: Ken KoralRyan: Ryan Tobias

North Central Church Messages
Remember This (14/16) | Follow Me

North Central Church Messages

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025


Fill:In Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/39900/note-231075.html Continuing The Conversation 1. Could you describe what the monthly communion experience is like for you? 2. Which of these points resonated most with you a. Jesus rescues us (covers our debt). b. Jesus unites us (same need, same grace). c. Jesus reminds us (our flaws, his forgiveness) 3. Can you think of any practical ways to make your monthly Communion experience a more meaningful act of worship remembrance? 4. The Lords Supper points us to the heavenly banquet where all who trust in Jesus will feast together. And Jesus said the next time Hed drink the cup again it would be with us in His Fathers kingdom (Matthew 26:29, NLT). How does this promise influence the way you think of your future?

North Central Church Messages
Remember This (14/16) | Follow Me

North Central Church Messages

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025


Fill:In Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/39900/note-231075.html Continuing The Conversation 1. Could you describe what the monthly communion experience is like for you? 2. Which of these points resonated most with you a. Jesus rescues us (covers our debt). b. Jesus unites us (same need, same grace). c. Jesus reminds us (our flaws, his forgiveness) 3. Can you think of any practical ways to make your monthly Communion experience a more meaningful act of worship remembrance? 4. The Lords Supper points us to the heavenly banquet where all who trust in Jesus will feast together. And Jesus said the next time Hed drink the cup again it would be with us in His Fathers kingdom (Matthew 26:29, NLT). How does this promise influence the way you think of your future?

Building Scale
The Importance of Team Dynamics in Architecture with Otis Odell - HED

Building Scale

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 54:26


Otis Odell joins the conversation to discuss his career and transition to HED, highlighting the merging of roles in business and architecture. He emphasizes the importance of core values and team performance, strategic planning, and organizational restructuring in AEC businesses. Otis explores adapting to virtual work, fostering a remote work culture, and maintaining connectivity. He provides market insights, including the launch of a Denver office and expanding project scopes. The discussion covers evolving business development strategies, sector-focused development, and resource sharing. Otis reflects on the future and offers advice, concluding with closing remarks and contact information.

Geek Warning
Forever chemicals and another product leak

Geek Warning

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 47:38


It's a new week and that means a new episode of the Geek Warning podcast. This week you'll hear Suvi Loponen and Zach Edwards (Boulder Groupetto) join Dave Rome in covering the big tech topics of the week.You'll get a beginner's guide to PFAS (forever chemicals) and why you should care. Thoughts are shared on the new Cannondale SuperX gravel race bike. And a widespread leak teases new full wireless from Shimano.There's something silly on Dave's mind, and then the geeks wrap up the remaining tech news of the week.Finally, and as usual, the episode wraps with Brad Copeland, Zach, and Dave answering mechanic-related questions from Escape's members – including a tangent into our favourite shift cables. As a reminder, Ask a Wrench is now exclusively available on our members-only podcast feed. Head to escapecollective.com/member in order to hear the full episode.Time stamps:2:00 - PFAS' and why you should be aware13:55 - Cannondale's SuperX returns, now more gravel23:45 - Next generation of Di2 appears to be truly wireless27:05 - Dave thinks the white off-road shoe trend won't last32:00 - iceBike, a trade show from a single distributor36:35 - TrainerRoad training programs now work in Zwift3730 - A new tool from Enduro Bearings38:40 - Berd collabs with HED on a road wheel41;30 - Garbaruk teases its entry into wheels43:50 - Pivot joins the lifetime bearing replacement policy club48:00 - Removing dried tyre sealant from inside of a tyre (member-only feed)53:05 - Diagnosing SRAM AXS battery and derailleur issues (member-only feed)59:00 - Cable routing for Shimano mechanical 11-speed and our favourite cables

Commercial Real Estate Pro Network
Scientific Workplace Tenant Needs with Jon Howard - CRE PN #488

Commercial Real Estate Pro Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 47:03


Today, my guest is Jon Howard. Jon is currently pushing the boundaries of architecture, as the associate principal science sector leader at HED of America's oldest and largest architecture engineering design firms, and in just a minute, we're going to talk with Jon Howard about the future of scientific workplaces. https://www.hed.design/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-howard-aia-cdt-6056604/  

Creating Wealth through Passive Apartment Investing
EP#419 Innovative Housing Solutions with Otis Odell

Creating Wealth through Passive Apartment Investing

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 17:45


Otis Odell stands as a luminary in the housing development arena, with unparalleled expertise in navigating diverse markets and crafting multifamily housing designs that redefine living spaces. Otis leads a national strategy and portfolio as Business Leader | Housing and Mixed-Use at HED for an eclectic mix of multi-family developments, from upscale high-rises to community-centric mixed-use and affordable housing. His mastery extends beyond construction, navigating the intricacies of development markets and pioneering innovative designs in multifamily living. He is a Board Member of the Council on Open Building and a passionate advocate for modular, sustainable and affordable design. Support the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1187780/supporters/newFollow Rama on socials!LinkedIn | Meta | Twitter | Instagram|YoutubeConnect to Rama Krishnahttps://calendly.com/rama-krishna/ E-mail: info@ushacapital.comWebsite: www.ushacapital.comRegister for Multifamily AP360 - 2024 Asset Management virtual conference - https://mfap360.com/assetmanagementTo find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: email: info@ushacapital.com

Construction Genius
Building Tomorrow: Modular Construction's Role in Solving the Housing Crisis

Construction Genius

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 47:55


Meet Otis Odell, a principal at HED, an architecture design, engineering, and planning firm across eight offices in the USA. He oversees the National Business Leader role for housing and mixed-use projects. He leads a team within a company of approximately 450 people across nine offices, working in various sectors, including affordable housing, workforce housing, market-rate housing, luxury housing, student housing, senior housing, and hospitality. His experience in modular construction dates back to the late 1980s, when he worked as a young project architect on a modular project. He has closely followed the rise and fall of the modular industry and remains a strong advocate for its potential, particularly in light of current industry challenges. We start the conversation with Otis sharing his background and role in the industry. He then shared his thoughts on modular construction becoming more viable due to the increasing challenges faced by the construction industry, such as rising costs and labor shortages. According to him, the key to success lies in effective collaboration between the design team and the fabrication team. He also discusses how learning from past failures has helped the industry understand the importance of standardization, communication, and empathy for the different partners involved. We then move towards the housing projects and their significant impact on communities, where Otis explains the fundamental role houses play in people's lives, as they provide not only shelter but also security, community, and a sense of belonging. We also talk about how the relationship between individuals and their homes varies between cultures, with American culture frequently highlighting the transactional nature of housing, whilst other cultures place a greater emphasis on community and collaborative living. Further into the conversation, we dive into the power of storytelling. Storytelling is a crucial tool in moving projects forward, as it helps connect ideas, goals, and experiences in a meaningful way. Every project has a distinctive story that can be leveraged to foster trust, motivate action, and propel achievement. According to Otis, by understanding and listening to a client's needs, you can craft a narrative that aligns with their aspirations and demonstrates your capability to deliver the desired results. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS [14:43] Otis's background and his role in the industry. [06:31] Insights on modular construction's viability. [11:40] Contractual structures and owner involvement.  [13:44] Navigating regulatory complexities in California housing.  [17:27] Housing projects and their significant impact on communities.  [23:17] The importance of embracing diversity.  [24:47] The power of storytelling.  [29:11] The relationship between sustainability and cost in construction projects. [34:23] Developing trust and collaboration among all parties.  [41:54] The future of modular construction.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Professionals in architecture and fabrication should be willing to collaborate more openly and understand each other's perspectives.  Regularly monitor and advocate for relevant legislation. When working on housing projects, it's important to understand the community's values and needs. Focus on creating spaces that promote community integration. Making a conscious effort to interact with individuals from different backgrounds can greatly expand one's perspective and enhance personal growth. Always start by listening carefully to the needs and goals of those you're working with.  Create a foundation of trust by clearly defining the project's goals and the key drivers of success.   RESOURCES Connect with Otis Website - https://hed.design/people/jerome-otis-odell  LinkedIn Handle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerome-odell-aia-leed-ap-390833118/ Restaurant Reccomendation: https://www.tavernettadenver.com/menus/ Additional Construction Genius episode to listen to: Katerra: The Rise and Fall of a Billion Dollar Construction Start Up https://www.constructiongenius.com/podcast/katerra-the-rise-and-fall-of-a-billion-dollar-construction-start-up/   THE SHIFT Imagine making the shift from building projects to truly leading people. You've taken projects from start to finish—now it's time to build a team of people who can do the same. In construction, authentic leadership goes beyond managing tasks; it's about inspiring and guiding people. The Shift: Move from Project Builder to People Leader is a no-BS, hands-on course I designed specifically for construction professionals ready to make that transition. The Shift is all about mastering the skills that matter: Direct, clear communication. Handling tough conversations with confidence. Guiding your team toward quick, practical solutions. Setting the standard for high performance. And let's be honest—you're busy. That's why I'll also give you the tools to manage your time and energy efficiently so you can lead without getting overwhelmed. This course combines a self-paced masterclass with highly practical materials to help you shift from managing projects to leading people. Click the link to learn more about The Shift, including a detailed description, free bonuses, and testimonials from construction leaders like you who have already made the shift: https://theshift.constructiongenius.com/     Are people problems eroding your company's profits? Discover proven strategies to lead, strategize, and sell effectively, ensuring your projects stay profitable. Elevate your construction business by purchasing Construction Genius: Effective, Hands-On, Practical, Simple, No-BS Leadership, Strategy, Sales, and Marketing Advice for Construction Companies today and turn your people problems into profit!: www.amazon.com/Construction-Genius-Effective-Hands-Leadership/dp/B0BHTRDY1T/ Is an executive or leader in your company struggling? Reach out to Eric to discuss how his transformative executive coaching approach can help. Schedule a 10 minute call with Eric today to learn more: 10minuteswitheric.youcanbook.me  

The Tech Blog Writer Podcast
3154: The Future of Green Data Centers: Insights from HED

The Tech Blog Writer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 28:05


In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I speak with Chad Fowler, a mission-critical business leader at HED, to discuss how the future of data center design is being shaped by sustainability, community engagement, and the growing influence of AI. Data centers currently account for around 1% of global electricity consumption, and with AI accelerating demand, their environmental impact is becoming a pressing challenge. Chad shares how HED is pioneering innovative solutions to create greener, more efficient, and community-friendly data centers. Chad highlights strategies to make data centers more energy-efficient, from advancements in air management to exploring new materials like low-carbon concrete. He emphasizes the importance of integrating green design not only to reduce environmental impact but also to enhance profitability, attract premium tenants, and increase long-term asset value. We also explore how HED works with clients to continuously optimize planning and construction processes to minimize resource use and environmental harm. One of the key challenges in developing data centers is overcoming opposition from local communities. Chad explains how educating the public about the critical role data centers play in supporting everyday technology can turn NIMBY ("Not In My Backyard") resistance into active cooperation. By designing aesthetically appealing, sustainable facilities and hosting community engagement events, HED helps communities understand the benefits of these essential infrastructures. We also dive into how the rapid growth of AI is influencing data center design. From evolving cooling technologies to addressing changing power and space requirements, Chad discusses how data centers must adapt to remain flexible in an AI-driven world. He also provides insight into future trends, including the integration of modular reactors, advancements in battery technology, and the development of standardized sustainability metrics for the industry. How are companies like HED shaping the future of data center design to balance sustainability, profitability, and community impact? Tune in to discover the innovative solutions driving the industry forward.

Target Market Insights: Multifamily Real Estate Marketing Tips
Designing Ideal Living Communities with Otis Odell, Ep. 674

Target Market Insights: Multifamily Real Estate Marketing Tips

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 33:18


Otis Odell has spent over 30 years transforming the U.S. real estate market with innovative, people-first development ideas, focusing on high-rise and affordable housing. As the National Housing Sector Leader at HED, a renowned architecture-engineering firm with over a century of excellence, Otis pioneers sustainable, modular, and affordable housing solutions. His passion lies in addressing America's housing crisis by designing projects that maximize ROI for investors while uplifting communities.   Starting as a framing carpenter during college and running his own Denver-based practice, O'Dell Architects, for 16 years, Otis brings a wealth of hands-on experience. A speaker and advocate for sustainable design, he champions thoughtful architecture that transforms lives and fosters lasting economic and social impact.   In this episode, we talked to Otis about launching a firm, what he's working on today, what to pay attention to while investing into a new project, things to look out for while approaching different types of projects, and much more.   Announcement: Learn about our Apartment Investing Mastermind here.   Designing Communities;   02:25 Otis' background; 04:26 An insight into launching a firm; 07:06 What he's working on today; 13:37 What to pay attention to while investing into a new project; 19:45 Things to look out for while approaching different types of projects; 28:55 Round of Insights   Announcement: Download our Sample Deal package here.   Round of Insights   Apparent Failure: Losing a project due to the council changing their mind. Digital Resource: Business of Architecture Podcast. Most Recommended Book: Books by Matt Haig and Simon Sinek. Daily Habit: Regular quiet time in the morning. #1 Insight for designing communities: Making sure to engage and listen to your community.. Best place to grab a bite in Denver, CO: Tavernetta.   Contact Otis: Website   Thank you for joining us for another great episode! If you're enjoying the show, please LEAVE A RATING OR REVIEW,  and be sure to hit that subscribe button so you do not miss an episode.

The Tech Blog Writer Podcast
3124: Designing for Innovation: How HED is Transforming STEM Workspaces

The Tech Blog Writer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 39:06


What role does design play in shaping the future of STEM innovation? In this episode, I'm joined by Marilee Lloyd, a seasoned architect and Senior Laboratory Planner at HED, one of the most established architecture and engineering firms in the country. With over 38 years of experience in designing cutting-edge laboratory spaces for pharmaceutical giants, biotechnology companies, and top research universities, Marilee shares her expert insights on the evolving world of lab design. Together, we explore the transformative impact of modern laboratory environments, from fostering collaboration and innovation to addressing the urgent need for inclusivity in STEM. Marilee explains why laboratories are no longer just functional spaces but vibrant hubs that attract and retain top STEM talent.  She also highlights the critical role design plays in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion—both culturally and in terms of facilities. From gender-neutral restrooms to considerations for neurodiverse scientists, Marilee provides an eye-opening perspective on how thoughtful design can drive societal change and enrich scientific discovery. We also delve into the challenges of balancing sustainability with functionality in lab environments, the influence of technology on design practices, and the future trends shaping these spaces, such as AI integration and immersive visualization tools. Could better-designed labs be the key to unlocking the next wave of innovation in STEM? Tune in to learn how Marilee and HED are redefining what it means to create spaces where science, people, and ideas thrive. What do you think is the most important element of a modern lab? Share your thoughts with us!

Identity At The Center
#323 - Identity Security with Silverfort's Hed Kovetz

Identity At The Center

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 62:42


In this special episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim sit down with Hed Kovetz, CEO and co-founder of Silverfort, at the Gartner IAM Summit in Texas. Hed shares insights on the evolution of identity security, the interplay between legacy and modern IT systems, and the importance of securing non-human identities. They also delve into the role of AI in cybersecurity and the challenge of maintaining innovation in a growing company. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation about the future of identity security and the booming impact of AI. 00:00 The Importance of Identity in Modern Security 01:23 Welcome to the Identity of the Center Podcast 01:44 Live from the Gartner IAM Summit 03:08 Interview with Hed Kovetz, CEO of Silverfort 03:48 Silverfort's Recent Achievements and Innovations 05:15 Challenges and Insights in Identity Security 08:00 The Evolution of Identity Security 21:20 Securing Legacy and Modern IT Systems 29:52 The Rise of Service Account Protection 30:31 Challenges in Securing Non-Human Identities 31:02 Real-World Examples and Governance Issues 31:40 Strategies for Securing Non-Human Identities 32:56 The Evolution of Identity Security 45:49 The Role of AI in Identity Security 50:33 The Future of Identity Security 53:44 Personal Insights and Reflections 01:01:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Connect with Hed: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hed-kovetz-910ba5b9/ Learn more about Silverfort: https://www.silverfort.com/ Connect with us on LinkedIn: Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/ Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/ Visit the show on the web at http://idacpodcast.com

#TeamPXY On Demand
There I Said It...

#TeamPXY On Demand

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 7:08


You know and love it, there I said it has Breezy and heated today she is sick and tired of people throwing around buzzwords to be dramatic without fully knowing what they mean and their implications and consequences. They are being overused and do not hold as much value anymore. No Emily, he was not a narcissistic manipulator he just didn't want to get Chipotle for dinner, sit down. Mooses hot take it a little toned down, politely asking companies to be more transparent about the shelf life of their products. If they are only going to last three weeks, just say that. Hed really appreciate some full transparency. For people who say winter is your favorite, you're wrong. You don't like the season, you like one weekend. We are all entitled to our own opinions, even when they are wrong, like the person who said bread isn't good. Sports podcasts need to stop inviting people on who don't know about sports and guys the stigma is NOT true (apparently) Once a cheater is always a cheater is not true … he's changed!!

The Cashflow Project
Impact of Sustainable Design and Urban Planning with Kurt Volkman

The Cashflow Project

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 35:49


Welcome back to The Cashflow Project! Today, we're joined by Kurt Volkman, associate principal at HED, a leader in multifamily and mixed-use architecture. Kurt shares insights on "enlightened urbanism," blending sustainability and wellness into design. We'll explore trends like Passive House projects, solutions for rising construction costs, and building resilience in storm-prone areas. With expertise shaped by his journey and upcoming appearance at Chicago Build Expo 2024, Kurt highlights the value of thoughtful, community-focused design. Don't miss this insightful conversation! [00:00] Excited to discuss industry trends and insights. [05:04] Global economy influences design with regional aspects. [07:42] Educating officials enhances high-performance building adoption. [12:36] Ensuring safety and longevity for residents' comfort. [16:09] Unique perspective helps anticipate industry trends. [17:10] Big companies drive dynamic markets, attract talent. [20:40] Need expert advice for hurricane preparedness compliance. [23:35] ATV innovates affordable housing with mixed-use developments. [29:03] Experience and connections offer invaluable marketplace value. [30:15] "Rewired by McKinsey: Understanding AI's societal impact." [33:40] Valuable architecture insights on community-focused design. Connect with Kurt Volkman! Website LinkedIn Connect with The Cashflow Project! Website LinkedIn YouTube Facebook Instagram

Street Smart Success
533: How Design Choices Impact Tenant Retention

Street Smart Success

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 34:36


As demographics and lifestyles change, so do the requirements for where tenants choose to live. This is why architectural and design components for living spaces increasingly impact the desirability and value of residential properties. For example, the work-from-home trend and common areas have become more important as people are placing a higher priority on socializing where they live.  Kurt Volkman, Associate Principal at HED, one of the largest architecture and engineering firms in the U.S. – specializes in the design of Multifamily, Mixed Use, and Senior Living. 

Prog-Watch
101 Dimensions - November 2024

Prog-Watch

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 106:00


This month's excursion into the realm of 101 Dimensions features an eclectic set of music from Church of Hed, Pijn, Vibravoid, Adult Cinema, and Deborah Martin & Cheryl Gallagher.  

This Sustainable Life: Solve For Nature
Architecting Impact: Building for a Sustainable Tomorrow

This Sustainable Life: Solve For Nature

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 53:47


Daniel Jaconetti is the National Sustainable Design Leader at HED, one of the oldest and largest integrated architecture and engineering design firms in the United States, with 400+ employees and annual revenues of over $100M. With nearly 20 years of experience, Daniel is committed to transforming the practice of architecture to achieve zero-carbon, resilient, healthy, and equitably built environments. He leads a team of 6 regional sustainable design leaders developing high-performance designs.Under Daniel's leadership, HED signed onto key climate initiatives like the 1.5°C COP26 Communiqué and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2030 Commitment. In 2023 he was appointed to AIA's National Committee on the Environment (COTE) Leadership Group.Find Daniel Jaconetti and HED online:https://living-future.org/https://www.hed.design/Find me online:This Sustainable Life: Solve For Nature Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shows.acast.com/solvefornatureBlog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://verdantgrowth.blog/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/verdantgrowth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/VerdantGrowth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realverdantgrowth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/verdant.growth ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/verdantgrowthofficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Business of Cycling
Family Business with Anne Hed of HED Cycling

The Business of Cycling

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 55:48


Anne Hed is CEO and Co-founder of HED cycling. Anne's journey is one of perseverance, innovation and family legacy. Anne is a native of Minnesota and shares the remarkable story of HED cycling, which she founded with her late husband, Steve Hed.In this conversation, we hear how she and the company have weathered personal tragedy and technological shifts to remain relevant in the incredibly competitive cycling business. Anne takes us through HED's early days of handcrafted wheels to its latest innovations all while remaining committed to USA manufacturing and family values.Read the latest 'The Business of Cycling' BlogSign up for 'The Business of Cycling' Newsletter

REI Rookies Podcast (Real Estate Investing Rookies)
Secrets of Successful Large-Scale Projects w/ Barton Drake

REI Rookies Podcast (Real Estate Investing Rookies)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 31:04


Join the REI Mastermind Network for an enlightening episode featuring Barton Drake as he unveils the secrets of successful large-scale projects. A leader in architectural engineering, Barton shares his journey from a Texas-based practice to HED, a national firm, emphasizing integrated services across diverse sectors, including healthcare and government. Discover how Barton bridges historical values with innovative designs, exemplified by the transformative Celina, Texas project. - Connect with Barton Drake! Dive into the world of strategic renovations and generational wealth.- Real estate investing insights: Uncover strategies to enhance your investment portfolio.- Subscribe to the PODCAST! Stay ahead in real estate investment strategy with expert advice.- SUPPORT THE SHOW! Discover exclusive offers and join the Community for more insights.- Motivation: "Success in real estate investing is about making informed decisions and building lasting value."Explore how real estate investors like you can leverage architectural wisdom to maximize returns. Don't miss out—subscribe, like, share, and review the podcast for continuous growth!#designforabetterworld #projectmanagement #communityinput #biophillicarchitecture #greentechnologyCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:22 - HED03:44 - Bridging Past, Present, Future10:37 - Building Materials, Efficiencies13:23 - Building Longevity17:04 - Current Building Trends21:46 - Role of AI in Construction24:13 - Discussion Points Missed25:07 - Lies Business Owners Tell Themselves26:06 - Advice to Younger Self27:57 - Best Time-Saving ToolRealDealCRM.comRealDealCRM is your Real Estate Investing Virtual Assistant. A Real Estate Investing CRM for Real Estate Investors created by Real Estate Investors. SMS, Stealth Voicemails, Phone, Voicemail, Funnels, and AUTOMATION in a single platform! Check out more details at RealDealCRM.comLIKE • SHARE • JOIN • REVIEWWebsiteJoin the REI Mastermind Network on Locals!Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsYouTubeSpotifyStitcherDeezerFacebookTwitterInstagramSUPPORT THE SHOW!Self Managing Your Rental Properties? Get 6 months of RentRedi for $1! Click this link!

Target Market Insights: Multifamily Real Estate Marketing Tips
Designing Better Renovations and Developments with Kurt Volkman, Ep. 648

Target Market Insights: Multifamily Real Estate Marketing Tips

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 32:14


Kurt Volkman is an Associate Principal at HED, one of the largest architecture and engineering firms in the U.S., specializing in the Multi-Family Housing and Mixed-Use sector. With over 30 years of architectural experience, Kurt has held leadership roles at renowned firms like Valerio Dewalt Train and Legat Architects before joining HED in 2022. He is known for his innovative approach to urban planning, focusing on sustainability and wellness through evidence-based design. A thought leader in the industry, Kurt's writings have been featured in publications such as NAIOP magazine, Fortune, and Planetizen. He has also spoken at major industry events, including the Chicago Build Expo 2024, where he addressed key issues like affordable housing and the evolution of mixed-use spaces.   In this episode, we talked to Kurt about standing out and not making mistakes as investors, affordable housing and development, how the overall process works, factors that drive the higher retention rate, best use cases for a piece of land or property, and much more.   Announcement: Learn about our Apartment Investing Mastermind here.   Design & Architecture;   02:20 Kurt's background; 05:37 Tips on standing out and not making mistakes as investors; 10:55 An insight into affordable housing and development; 21:31 An insight into the overall process; 22:58 Factors that drive the higher retention rate; 25:01 Determining the best use for a piece of land/property; 28:00 Round of Insights   Announcement: Download our Sample Deal package here.   Round of Insights   Apparent Failure: The Wolf Point Master Plan project he got involved where he had the plan but not the final project. Digital Resource: Google Maps. Most Recommended Book: Reading data on https://uli.org/. Daily Habit: Spending 15 minutes a day researching something new. #1 Insight for real estate design: Listening and understanding what the client wants exactly is critical. Best place to grab a bite in Chicago, IL: Kuma's Corner.   Contact Kurt: Website | LinkedIn   Thank you for joining us for another great episode! If you're enjoying the show, please LEAVE A RATING OR REVIEW,  and be sure to hit that subscribe button so you do not miss an episode.  

Real Estate Espresso
Developing Affordable Housing with Otis Odell

Real Estate Espresso

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 14:16


Otis Odell is a principal at HED, a national architecture and design firm where he is the sector leader responsible for multi-family, senior housing, and hospitality to name just a few. On today's show we are talking about some of the trends in new construction and the thesis for building affordable housing. To connect with Otis, visit hed.design. ---------------- **Real Estate Espresso Podcast:** Spotify: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvtwRmTq4r3es8cbw8jW0?si=c75ea506a6694ef1)   iTunes: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-estate-espresso-podcast/id1340482613)   Website: [www.victorjm.com](http://www.victorjm.com)   LinkedIn: [Victor Menasce](http://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce)   YouTube: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](http://www.youtube.com/@victorjmenasce6734)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/realestateespresso](http://www.facebook.com/realestateespresso)   Email: [podcast@victorjm.com](mailto:podcast@victorjm.com)  **Y Street Capital:** Website: [www.ystreetcapital.com](http://www.ystreetcapital.com)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital](https://www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital)   Instagram: [@ystreetcapital](http://www.instagram.com/ystreetcapital)  

First Cup of Coffee with Jeffe Kennedy
First Cup of Coffee - September 6, 2024

First Cup of Coffee with Jeffe Kennedy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 20:27 Transcription Available


Why so many authors end up "trunking" their first novel, why it's often not only a good idea, but inevitable - and how to know if you should. Also, garbage data, The Fall, and The Riddle Master of Hed (and why I think I bounced off of it as a kid).RELUCTANT WIZARD is out now!! https://www.jeffekennedy.com/reluctant-wizardYou can preorder STRANGE FAMILIAR at https://www.jeffekennedy.com/strange-familiarThe posture-correcting sports bra I love almost more than life itself is here https://forme.therave.co/37FY6Z5MTJAUKQGAYou can buy tickets for Wild & Windy in Phoenix (February 2025) here https://www.wildandwindybookevent.com/phoenix-authorsJoin my Patreon and Discord for mentoring, coaching, and conversation with me! Find it at https://www.patreon.com/JeffesClosetYou can always buy print copies of my books from my local indie, Beastly Books! https://www.beastlybooks.com/If you want to support me and the podcast, click on the little heart or follow this link (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jeffekennedy).Sign up for my newsletter here! (https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/r2y4b9)You can watch this podcast on video via YouTube https://youtu.be/8q531ReSjfwSupport the showContact Jeffe!Find me on Threads Visit my website https://jeffekennedy.comFollow me on Amazon or BookBubSign up for my Newsletter!Find me on Instagram and TikTok!Thanks for listening!

Fluid Power Forum
Live from iVT Expo 2024: Insights and Innovations from the Show Floor

Fluid Power Forum

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 19:05


We're breaking our usual schedule with a special episode of the Fluid Power Forum, recorded live at the 2024 iVT Expo! Tune in as we chat with exhibitors and attendees to discover why they're here and what's catching their eye at this year's show. With one more day left, there's still time to explore the latest innovations and connect with industry leaders—don't miss out! iVT EXPO is an annual exposition for the off high vehicle design and engineering community, with exhibits that are highly focused on a number of key technologies, including new powertrains, electric and hybrid systems, control systems, sensors, and autonomous technologies. Hydraulics serve as a key enabling technology for these vehicles and many of these systems, iVT EXPO offers an ideal platform for growth and expansion of hydraulics, both in its affiliated education program and on its show floor. Thank you to the following companies for having guests speak on this episode of Fluid Power Forum: Engineering Technology Services, Brennan Industries, Sure Grip Controls, AKG Americas, HED, Bailey Hydraulics, VIS Hydraulics, HAWE Hydraulics, Wandflu

Real Estate Espresso
Building Science Labs with Jon Howard

Real Estate Espresso

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 16:36


Jon Howard heads up the science lab specialty at the architecture firm of HED. He is based in Chicago, but designs these buildings nationwide. This is an interesting segment that is less dependent on economic cycles. To connect with Jon, visit hed.design ------------ **Real Estate Espresso Podcast:** Spotify: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvtwRmTq4r3es8cbw8jW0?si=c75ea506a6694ef1)   iTunes: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-estate-espresso-podcast/id1340482613)   Website: [www.victorjm.com](http://www.victorjm.com)   LinkedIn: [Victor Menasce](http://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce)   YouTube: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](http://www.youtube.com/@victorjmenasce6734)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/realestateespresso](http://www.facebook.com/realestateespresso)   Email: [podcast@victorjm.com](mailto:podcast@victorjm.com)  **Y Street Capital:** Website: [www.ystreetcapital.com](http://www.ystreetcapital.com)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital](https://www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital)   Instagram: [@ystreetcapital](http://www.instagram.com/ystreetcapital)  

Innovative Real Estate with Three Squared, Inc.
Documenting Detroit with Jason Keen

Innovative Real Estate with Three Squared, Inc.

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 45:04


In this episode we sit down award winning Detroit native architectural photographer Jason Keen. Jason's impressive portfolio includes collaborations with some of the most influential architecture and design firms worldwide, including Library Street Collective Ford, Bedrock, Smithgroup, ROSSETTI, inFORM Studio, Quinn Evans, HED, and more! He has also won numerous awards including the 2023 AIA Michigan, Building Award, AIA Grand Rapids, Residential Architecture Award, AIA Michigan, Community Impact Award, along with many others. In this episode Jason shares his story of how he got into architectural photography, and how his career led him to being the main photographer for the Michigan Central revitalization project.Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: Who is Jason Keen and introduction to his work Why is it important to document buildings in a digital worldWhat's the difference between a photographer and an architectural photographerThe process of documenting Michigan Central Station   Link to full show notesJason Keen's website and Instagram Ready to move forward with your project, or have questions about building with shipping containers? Contact us here and we will put you in contact with the right member of our team. Make sure to follow us on Instagram to stay up to date on new project releases, trainings, and more.

The Tech Blog Writer Podcast
2967: HED's Cutting-Edge Technologies for Greener Data Centers

The Tech Blog Writer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 31:18


In this episode of the Tech Talks Daily Podcast, we speak with Sara Martin from HED about the evolving landscape of data center design. As data centers account for approximately 1% of global electricity usage, the push for sustainability and efficiency in their design has never been more urgent. Sara shares insights into HED's innovative approach to creating energy-efficient and sustainable data centers. This includes the adoption of modular systems, liquid cooling technologies, and the integration of renewable power sources. She emphasizes the importance of designing with flexibility and scalability in mind to accommodate future growth in AI and other technologies. Proper planning and the use of scalable "blocks" can prevent the need for expensive relocations and ensure business continuity. A significant portion of our conversation focuses on preventing power failures, a common cause of unplanned outages in data centers. Sara discusses the importance of investing in uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) and the role of proper operations, training, and preventative maintenance in avoiding such failures. She also highlights the benefits of using modular prototypes and maintaining consistent design across data halls to enhance efficiency and reliability. Sara introduces us to emerging trends in data center design, such as liquid immersion cooling for high-density racks and the use of mass timber construction for sustainability. These innovations not only improve energy efficiency but also offer practical solutions to the growing power demands of data centers.

Nerdelandslaget
Sommerspesial #4: Stian Lund, Hedémon og dårlig Tuck Tape

Nerdelandslaget

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 33:20


Denne sommerbåten har fortsatt vind i seilene, og er ikke nærheten av å synke! ⛵ Det er tid for en ny Sommerspesial i Nerdelandslaget, og i denne blir vi kjent med Elden Ring-bossen Stian Lund, vi får høre om Fairy / Grass-type Pokémonen "Hedémon" og får høre hvordan RuPaul's Drag Race hadde fungert som en Mario Kart-klone

Breakfast Leadership
Tuesday Tips: Designing Workplaces for Boosting Productivity and Culture. A Conversation with Rebecca Swanner

Breakfast Leadership

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 28:43


Rebecca is the Workplace Sector Leader of HED, one of the largest architectural and engineering design firms in the US, serving clients nationally in a broad range of market sectors including Healthcare, Higher Education, Mission Critical, Housing and Mixed-Use, Pre-K 12, Science, Manufacturing and Product Development, Workplace, Community and Government..    Her sector specializes in designing workplaces that foster creativity, collaboration, and a supportive team environment that promotes the brand, products and services, and culture of the client.   Pivoting to a new hybrid work style, HED's LA office recently designed its own innovative workspace that features a HUB — an open activity space with material libraries, interactive projection walls, and intentional meeting spaces — to facilitate the team's working and communication dynamics.   Rebecca is a licensed architect with 15+ years of experience leading projects for national and global brands, including BELKIN, Kennedy Wilson, Disney-Marvel, and Apple and Beats 1 Radio.   She has a depth of insight into design strategies and styles that can impact company culture, productivity, and the recruiting and retention of talent.   On the podcast, Rebecca discussed:   How to downsize your office space the right way: understanding right-size building selection for the necessary amenity mix to draw employees back to the office. How intelligent workplace design can combat burnout and reduce in-office frustration. The fastest growing and most popular office building and workplace amenities. How HED LA office design and amenities facilitate company culture and productivity. https://www.hed.design/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-swanner-b8a9a55/ https://www.officelovin.com/2021/12/a-look-inside-heds-new-los-angeles-office/ Quick recap Summary Evolving Office Design for Post-Pandemic Workforce Rebecca, a workplace sector leader for Harley Ellis Devereux, and Michael discussed the changing trends in office design in the wake of the pandemic. Rebecca expressed her interest in the concept of wellness in the workplace and how design can respond to the changing workforce population post-pandemic. Michael emphasized the importance of authentic employee feedback in design. They also discussed the flexibility of the podcast format, with Michael assuring Rebecca that any potential gaffes could be edited out. Evolving Office Spaces for Hybrid Work Michael and Rebecca discussed the evolving office space and design in the context of the hybrid work era. They noted how the pandemic has altered the way people work and interact, leading to early retirements and a shift in the workforce. They underscored the importance of considering both how people work and how they live in the new office spaces. Rebecca presented the concept of designing spaces that cater to different needs, such as socializing in a "prairie" setting and feeling secure in a "woods" setting. Michael concurred, highlighting that options like these could accommodate different work styles and personalities. Creating Safe Workplace Spaces for Excellence Michael and Rebecca discussed the importance of creating a 'safe space' in the workplace to foster individual and team excellence. They agreed on the significance of understanding employees' work styles and personalities to optimize their work environment. Rebecca emphasized the need for thoughtful and intentional workplace design, keeping in mind that employees are not constantly present, but should still feel ownership over the space. Michael shared his own experiences working in shared spaces, highlighting the importance of the space feeling like a 'guest's home' when visiting other locations. Understanding Individual Differences in Office Design Michael and Rebecca discussed the importance of understanding individual differences in work environments and incorporating these insights into office design. They highlighted that everyone has varying needs, with some preferring minimalistic setups. Michael emphasized the need to communicate with employees to design spaces that benefit everyone. Rebecca added that gathering information from the entire workforce, not just the C-suite, is crucial. She also pointed out a common fear among employers regarding open-ended surveys, as they worry employees might ask for things they can't provide. Employee-Driven Workspace Transformation Rebecca emphasized the importance of having open, honest conversations with employees about their needs and how the workspace can accommodate their changing work habits. She pointed out that such discussions can lead to innovative solutions that go beyond superficial perks like yoga balls, while also acknowledging the potential constraints, such as budget or location limitations. Michael agreed with Rebecca's approach and shared his own experience of reducing turnover at a healthcare organization by implementing changes based on employee feedback. Both stressed the significance of making employees feel valued and creating a positive work environment. Creating Productive Work Environment Strategies Michael and Rebecca discussed the importance of creating a productive and healthy work environment. They emphasized the need for leaders to be vulnerable and open to feedback, particularly regarding workspace and office design. Rebecca highlighted the necessity of data-driven decision-making, using a workplace strategist to understand the company's culture, schedules, and demographics before making changes. Michael expressed concerns about employees' reactions to changes in office space, stressing the potential for burnout if the new layout is not designed appropriately. Rebecca agreed, noting the importance of proper change management and employee education in effectively using the new space. Designing Spaces for Work-Life Balance Rebecca and Michael discussed the importance of work-life balance and the need for intentional space design to promote rest and rejuvenation. They explored the concept of designing spaces that can be used for various activities, such as exercise, relaxation, and social gatherings. Rebecca shared her ongoing project for a new building's interior design and programming, where they are soliciting input from their employees on the desired functionalities of the space. Michael concurred, highlighting the potential for a variety of spaces to suit different needs. Addressing Office Space and Employee Well-Being Michael shared a humorous story from his past about the issue of unevenly sized offices due to the building's unique design. He explained how, with approval from the CEO, they ensured that all offices had the same number of ceiling tiles, despite their differing shapes. Rebecca and Michael then discussed the importance of focusing on employee well-being and the functionality of their working space, rather than trivial details like the number of ceiling tiles. They emphasized that a thriving work ecosystem involves providing employees with the tools and environment they need to succeed, and not just a uniform office layout.  

Unfrozen
Getting Unstuck from the Rut: Introducing IDC

Unfrozen

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 41:56


Today's uncanny AI renderings are just the tip of the iceberg. Architects are banding together to clean up their digital houses, master data literacy, collectively bargain for their needs with software monopolies, and ultimately, prevent technology rendering them irrelevant. Enter the Innovation Design Consortium, an elite corps of leaders and technologists of America's 40 largest architecture firms, who have banded together to battle the bots. Unfrozen interviews its Chair, Peter Devereaux, Founding Principal of HED. Among many other things, he says, “We have to get out of the business of selling our time by the hour for the production of two-dimensional construction documents.” -- Intro/Outro: “Stuck in a Rut,” by The Darkness -- Discussed: The Road to IDC: Writing guidelines for the use of generative AI via the AIA Large Firm Roundtable (LFRT) See also: “The Future of Generative AI in Architecture, Design and Engineering,” Cornell Tech Key players: -         Carole Wedge, Shepley Bulfinch -         Bob Packard, ZGF -         Brad Lukanic, Cannon Design Other leading lights in the AI 4 AEC community: Phillip Bernstein, Yale Chris Minerva, Thornton Tomasetti Greg Schluesner,Executive Committee Secretary, IDC Director of Design Technology, HOK Volker Buscher, Chief Data Officer, Data LeadersFormer Chief Data Officer, Arup Fish & Richardson -          IP Law, terms and conditions, “give to get” Is this the “anti-Autodesk”? What does “after Autodesk” look like?

Climate 21
Achieving Net Zero: Inside Sustainable Design with HED's Daniel Jaconetti

Climate 21

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 46:11 Transcription Available


Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I chat with Daniel Jaconetti, the National Sustainable Design Leader at HED. Daniel delves into his journey from New York to becoming the corporate sustainable design leader at HED. We discuss the importance and practices of integrated design, the future of sustainable architecture, and the role of innovative materials and technologies. Daniel also shares valuable resources and insights on achieving high-performing, net-zero buildings, along with funding sources and cost-effective strategies for decarbonizing building portfolios. Join us to learn how we can grow buildings inspired by nature, and shape a more sustainable future.00:00 Introduction to Future Building Concepts00:25 Welcome to the Climate Confident Podcast01:38 Today's Guest: Daniel Jaconetti02:07 Daniel's Background and Passion for Sustainability04:56 The Role of Teaching in Sustainability06:08 HED's Commitment to Sustainable Design12:39 Integrated Design for Net Zero Projects17:47 Navigating Regulations and Building Codes20:46 Finding Exemplars of High-Performance Buildings22:34 Introduction to Living Building Certification22:52 Net Positive Energy and Water Systems23:53 Case Studies and Certifications25:08 Funding and Cost Reduction Strategies29:32 Innovations in Sustainable Architecture37:58 Advice for Aspiring Architects and Engineers40:30 Final Thoughts & ResourcesDaniel's links:International Living Future InstituteCOTE Top 10 AwardAIA Framework for Design ExcellenceAll Business. No Boundaries. The DHL Supply Chain Podcast Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.Podcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Hal Good Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Devaang Bhatt Stephen Carroll Marcel Roquette Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna Juniper

Education On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schools
Designing innovative, high-performing educational facilities with HED Design

Education On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schools

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 41:39


Mary Ruppenthal is a registered architect and an Associate Principal at HED, one of the oldest and largest architecture and engineering firms in the country, with 400+ employees and annual revenues above $100M.They serve clients nationwide in a broad range of market sectors, including Healthcare, Higher Education, Mission Critical, Housing and Mixed-Use, Pre-K 12, Science, Manufacturing and Product Development, Workplace, Community, and Government.With nearly 30 years of experience in public and private sector educational, civic, and cultural design, Mary oversees Pre K-12 and community education projects at HED and is a regular speaker at trade and industry events on the best practices of flexible and adaptive learning environments for tomorrow's pedagogical needs and the needs of tomorrow's workforce and incorporating wellness into educational space design.She has devoted her career to collaborating with school districts in the design of innovative, high-performing educational facilities that enhance the user experience, maximize efficiency, and help shape the future for students of all ages.Websitewww.hed.designSocial Media Informationwww.linkedin.com/in/mary-ruppenthal-6bab8713/www.linkedin.com/company/hedadvances/Resources MentionedPowers of TenFilm on YouTubeShow Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) www.nape.org.ukSupport the show at www.educationonfire.com/supportHave you seen our live shows on YouTube? www.EducationOnFire.com/youtube

Engineering Influence from ACEC
Update from the DEI&B Committee

Engineering Influence from ACEC

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 13:30 Transcription Available


In this episode from the 2024 Spring Convention and Legislative Summit, we discuss the initiatives of ACEC's DEI&B Committee, how it functions, and the importance of its roles. The conversation revolves around the ongoing efforts to provide reliable tools and resources, fostering diversity and inclusivity within the engineering community. Guest speakers include Eric Madden, the CMO from JMT, and Michael Cooper, president of HED. Together, they explore the creation of infographics aimed at simplifying the understanding of ACEC's organization, charting leadership paths for members, and how leaders could truly benefit from the organization. The infographics serve as a tangible tool, inviting broader participation at both national and MO levels. The dialogue moves towards discussing effective strategies for increasing organizational involvement, highlighting the necessity of diversity. They discuss how crucial it is to educate individuals about ACEC, cultivate comfort within the organization, and promote efficient networking.  Whether you're an employer, industry professional, or an aspiring engineer, this podcast episode provides thoughtful conversation and insights into the world of engineering, leadership, and the core values that guide ACEC.

Passionate Pioneers with Mike Biselli
Transforming Healthcare's Built Environment with Sharon Woodworth

Passionate Pioneers with Mike Biselli

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 25:45


Episode Sponsor:This episode's Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow' Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HERE---How can innovative architectural design improve patient care and clinician wellbeing? Our next guest, Sharon Woodworth, Healthcare Sector Leader at HED, is leading the charge to create healthcare facilities that optimize efficiency and sustainability. With extensive experience and over 11 million square feet of healthcare facility design, Sharon brings a unique perspective from her background as a former clinician. Deeply concerned about post-COVID staff shortages, she's driven to design environments that alleviate burnout and attract top talent. While together, Sharon shares HED's pioneering vision to augment caregivers through responsive, human-centered design solutions. Join us as we explore how HED is reshaping the future of care delivery, from outpatient clinics to smart hospitals. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Sharon stresses the importance of clinicians putting on their "oxygen mask" first before caring for others to avoid burnoutHED specializes in taking existing healthcare facilities and redesigning them for future flexibility to adapt to changes like pandemicsOutpatient facilities are being redesigned without traditional waiting rooms, using concierge greeters to improve the patient experienceData from IoT sensors will increasingly drive architectural design decisions based on actual usage patternsPost-occupancy evaluations are critical to get feedback from clinicians and patients on what's working well or needs improvement in a new facilityAbout our Guest: Sharon is the Healthcare Sector Leader of HED, a national integrated architecture and engineering firm with 400+ employees and elite clients such as USC, the VA Medical Center, and the U.S. State Department. Her sector specializes in designing innovative healthcare centers for efficient patient care. Sharon is a licensed architect with 11M+ square feet of healthcare facility planning and design. She is known for driving change in operations and care through architectural design — much needed now, with operating costs rising by 10% in healthcare due to inflation and labor.She saw healthcare systems firsthand as a former clinician, with her experience spanning a global range of operational and continuum-of-care issues from neonatology to senior living. She is concerned about the post-COVID staff shortages causing delayed care and closed centers.In 2017, the AIA elevated Sharon to the College of Fellows for outstanding influence in the field of design. In addition to practicing architecture full-time, she is an Assistant Professor at UCSF, teaching “Leadership in Healthcare Environments” to future healthcare CEOs.Links Supporting This Episode:HED Website: CLICK HERESharon Woodworth LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREHED LinkedIn page: CLICK HERE Mike Biselli LinkedIn page:

Lead with Culture
Designing Workplaces that Inspire with Rebecca Swanner

Lead with Culture

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 39:06


“Why are we measuring productivity with days in the office or minutes on the clock? We shouldn't look at it that way. It's more about the experiences we're creating in the office.”In this episode, we are joined by Rebecca Swanner, Workplace Sector Leader and Associate Principle at HED, who brings a blend of interior and architectural design experience, as well as team and project leadership.In our conversation, Rebecca discusses the delicate balance of company culture, technology infrastructure, and environmental tweaks that support various tasks, personality styles, and moods, along with the concept of choice in the workplace, activity-based design, and the innovative research on productivity in hybrid work environments.In this episode, you'll learn:Having the power to decide how, where, and when to work bolsters employee engagementDesigning workspaces to cater to a variety of tasks and moods doesn't require an overhaul—simple tweaks can significantly enhance productivity and well-beingIt's the quality of experiences that define the true value of time spent in the officeThings to listen for:[04:14] Design flexible workspaces to support various tasks[11:28] Seek and act on feedback for ultimate company growth[21:00] Create a positive workplace culture for engagement[24:29] Adapt to technology and communication methods for optimal workplace culture[31:06] The power of a flexible work scheduleResources:Floyd CoachingThe Culture AssessmentMatthew Kelly's BooksFloyd Coaching's BlogStellar One ConsultingConnect with the Guest:Rebecca Swanner's LinkedInConnect with the Host & Floyd Coaching:Kate Volman's LinkedinFloyd Coaching on LinkedinFloyd Consulting on FacebookFloyd Consulting on TwitterFloyd Consulting on YouTubeFloyd Consulting on Instagram

SoundPractice
Designing Innovative Healthcare Centers: Architectural Design with Sharon Woodworth

SoundPractice

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 21:52


Healthcare is fundamentally a scientific pursuit, from clinical skills to cutting-edge diagnostic testing. Medicine is also an art, and art plays a vital role in the success of patient care. Once such element of art is where healthcare is delivered. Physical structures can affect a patient's experiences and outcomes. On this topic, SoundPractice host Mike Sacopulos interviews Sharon Woodworth. Sharon Woodworth, FAIA, LEED AP BD+C, EDAC, ACHA, is the healthcare sector leader of HED, a national integrated architecture and engineering firm with more than 400 employees and elite clients such as USC, the VA Medical Center, and the U.S. State Department. Her sector specializes in designing innovative healthcare centers for efficient patient care. Woodworth's career path that led to architecture is an inspiring one, and she is known for driving change in operations and care through design. Hear her thoughts on design of outpatient facilities, designing to retain healthcare providers, how design can support “lean” operational models for staff, and trends for the future. Learn more about the American Association for Physician Leadership at www.physicianleaders.org

The Pulp Writer Show
Episode 198: Seven Inaccurate Movies About Writing

The Pulp Writer Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 23:32


In this week's episode, we take a look at seven popular movies about writing & writers and take a look at what they got wrong. This coupon code will get you 50% off the audiobook of DRAGONSKULL: CURSE OF THE ORCS (as excellently narrated by Brad Wills) at my Payhip store: SPRINGORCS The coupon code is valid through May 20th, 2024. So if you need a new audiobook for spring, we've got you covered! TRANSCRIPT 00:00:00 Introduction and Writing Updates Hello everyone. Welcome to Episode 198 of The Pulp Writer Show. My name is Jonathan Moeller. Today is April 26th, 2024 and today we were talking about seven of the most inaccurate movies about writers. Before we do that, we will have writing updates, Coupon of the Week, and a Question of the Week. So let's start with Coupon of the Week. First up, let's do Coupon of the Week. This coupon code will get you 50% off the audiobook of Dragonskull: Curse of the Orc (as excellently narrated by Brad Wills) at my Payhip store. That coupon code is SPRINGORCS and that's SPRINGORCS. As always, that coupon code will be in the show notes. This coupon code is valid through May 20th, 2024. So if you need a new audiobook for spring, we have got you covered. Now an update on my current writing projects and audiobook projects. I'm currently on Chapter 16 of Cloak of Titans. I'm not sure how many chapters it's going to end up being. My number keeps changing, but I think right now it's 25. I am over halfway through the book and I'm hoping to be past the 70,000 word point by the end of the day, if all goes well. I'm hoping to still have that out before the end of May. I am also 5,000 words into Half-Orc Paladin, which should come out this summer. After Cloak of Titans is out, my next main project will be Shield of Darkness, which I know many people have been asking about, so hopefully it will not be too much longer until I start on Shield of Darkness. In audiobook news, Hollis McCarthy is almost done recording Ghost in the Veils, and we should hopefully have that available to listen to sometime in May. Brad Wills is currently recording the anthology Tales of the Shield Knight, which will contain over 15 of the Shield Knight short stories that I wrote for the Sevenfold Sword and Dragontiarna series, and that should also hopefully be out sometimes toward the end of May or possibly June. So that is where I'm at with my current writing and audiobook projects. 00:01:58 Question of the Week/Update on Starfield from Previous Question of the Week Next up is Question of the Week, which is designed to inspire interesting discussions of enjoyable topics. This week's question: what is the first fantasy novel you remember reading? After all, if you're hanging around the website of Jonathan Moeller, Pulp Writer, there's a non-zero chance that you enjoy fantasy books. So it seems like a reasonable question, and it was indeed a reasonable question because we got a lot of responses. Our first response is from Justin, who says: believe it or not, the first fantasy novel I read was The Hobbit. My older sisters had pooled their money to buy the paper version of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. I saw them reading it, and since my sisters were for once not being nasty to each other and reading together, it had to be good. After they finished The Hobbit, I asked to borrow it. It was allowed to read it as long as I didn't leave the room and wash my hands first. I was eight. Our next response is from Mary, who says: I remember my first reading of The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings. It was by no stretch of the imagination my first fantasy novel. Our next comment is from Stuart, who says: Pawn of Prophecy by David Eddings. When I was younger/preteens, I loved adventure books like Hardy Boys and The Three Investigators. I didn't really read much in the coming years, until one day it was raining outside and being bored, I made a nuisance of myself when my older brother was trying to watch TV. He finally snapped, told me to shut up, threw Pawn of Prophecy at me, and told me to read that. The rest, as they say, is history. I went from adding Eddings to Feist and Gemmel and then on to Jordan, etcetera. I will always have a soft spot for David Eddings books, though. So it seems the common themes here will be a sibling rivalry inspiring love of fantasy literature. Our next response is from Grace, who says: does the Magic Treehouse series count? If not, Chronicles of Narnia. Leanne says Dragonriders of Pern. Boy, did I want a dragon! Melinda says Piers Anthony's Night Mare. I was in 6th grade and my friend gave it to me for my birthday. Cheryl says: The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant. From then on, it was full steam ahead, Feist, Eddings, Tolkien, Irvine, and now most of the fantasy/sci-fi authors that are currently publishing on Kindle. David says: probably The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. Kevin says: many, many moons ago it was the Earthsea trilogy by Ursula Le Guin. Then I wandered into TV and films in the sci-fi genre for a number of years, forsaking the written word. My imagination was recaptured more recently, about a decade ago, a decade ago, when a friend lent me a copy of Wizard's First Rule by Terry Goodkind. Alan says: I've been through most of these mentioned so far though the years but my first introduction to once he was Edgar Rice Burroughs, like Tarzan, John Carter of Mars, Pellucidar, etcetera. Then on to Tolkien. Randy says: for me it was The Hobbit.  Went on a family vacation with my uncle and his family. I was introduced to The Hobbit. My uncle will read just about every night to my cousins, and as we're all sharing the same room, my sister and I began hearing the story. We got home. I asked my dad if I could read his copy. 50 some odd years later, I'm still devouring as many books as I can. Mike says: I am not sure which one it was, but I believe it was either The Hobbit or The Sword of Shannara. Diana says: The Gunslinger. I said what I said. Venus says: A Wrinkle in Time or Dragonsong. I know that the Pern books are actually science fiction, but I don't recall any of the science stuff that first time I read it. It was the first Pern book I read. The first epic fantasy I recall reading was Dragons of Autumn Twilight. Gary says: I couldn't give you a title or author, but I definitely remember the Choose Your Own Adventure books in the fantasy genre as a young reader. Tom said: Not 100% sure, but this is my best guess. It would be The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Ah, the Chronicles of Narnia. What a series. Juana says: I read The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Catriona says: The Hobbit after listening to the BBC Radio play adaptation in the ‘70s. Pippa says: Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. I've reread them lots too and I've never tired of them. Perry says: Do the Iliad, Odyssey, and Beowulf count? For modern fantasy, would be a toss-up between The Hobbit and The Belgariad. Joy says: the Thomas Covenant series. My boyfriend at the time was into sci-fi and fantasy novels, so I borrowed it and was hooked. A different Glenn says: either Dragonriders of Pern by Anne McCaffrey or the Riddle-Master of Hed by Patricia A. McKillip. I love them both in the same summer while visiting my dad and cannot remember which one came first, but I got hooked on fantasy fiction that summer. Mandy says: The first time I remember reading the left an impression was the Dragonlance Legends series. My favorite fantasy series is Discworld. Gary (a different Gary) says: First one I remember is the Elfstones of Shannara. Also, the Dragonriders of Pern and Crystal Singer series. John says: Chronicles of Prydain by Lloyd Alexander. I was nine years old. It created a lifelong love of fantasy for me. Darla says: A Wrinkle in Time, The Faraway Lurs, and The Runaway Robot were some of the books I read as a kid. Later it was Lord of the Rings and The Dragonriders of Pern and I continue reading to this day. Andy says first ever was the Deverry series by Katherine Kerr. It was a very intense read for 14 year old on an 8 hour drive on a family trip. Sue says David Eddings- all his series, and Anne McCaffrey, Dragonrider series. Brock says Lord of the Rings. Susan says: probably Lord of the Rings, but it's over 50 years ago. I can't really remember. Edward says The Legend of Huma by Richard A. Knaak. Michael says. Now there's a question! Probably The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe or one of the other Narnia books, all of which are obviously epic. And finally, Judy says the White Mountains by John Christopher or anything by Dr. Seuss. So I think we can see it's safe to say that if you have a small children between the ages of eight and 10 and you want to get them into fantasy literature, the best places to start would be either The Hobbit, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, or perhaps the Dragonriders of Pern. For myself, the very first fantasy novel I ever read was Magician Master by Raymond E. Feist. What got me into that book was The Betrayal at Krondor computer game, which of course was a classic. After I finished the game, I did some reading. Remember this was way before the Internet, so you couldn't find out anything you wanted whenever you wanted and I was astonished to realize that Krondor was in fact based off an actual novel series. So I got Magician Master and started reading it. Fun fact, years later I realized that Magician Master was in fact the sequel to Magician Apprentice and went back to read the first book. So that was this week's Question of the Week. You may remember that last week's Question of the Week was what new Xbox game I should try. Many people had excellent suggestions. I think I'm going to go with Starfield from all the suggestions last week. The reason for this is that Starfield reminds me a great deal of Wing Commander Privateer from the ‘90s. If you remember, the Wing Commander series of PC games, they're basically Top Gun but in space. Privateer took the basic flight gameplay mechanic but changed it so you're an independent privateer captain and you had to make your way through the Gemini sector as a mercenary, a merchant, a pirate, a bounty hunter, or some combination of them. You had to buy your own equipment and weapons and find a way to turn a profit in your jobs, since you had to pay for everything. If you played the main plots, you got involved in conspiracy involving a lost alien relic, but you don't have to do any main plot at all. You just fly around the galaxy making credits, fighting pirates, and trading. Starfield basically feels like someone took Wing Commander Privateer, and then added on a Skyrim-esque role-playing experience for when your character is on the ground. I know it got middling reviews, but I'm enjoying the game so far. Perhaps because, at least to my eye, it feels like a massively updated version of Wing Commander Privateer. 00:09:43 Main Topic: Seven of the Most Inaccurate Movies About Writers Now we're 10 minutes into the show and still haven't gotten to our main topic, so I think it's time we should finally do that, which is Seven of the Most Inaccurate Movies About Writers. I decided to do this because I noticed that whenever a novelist or a writer of fiction turns up in a movie, the depiction of it tends to be grossly inaccurate. That's hardly unique to writers. The joke among the military officers, former military officers, and law enforcement officers is that whenever the military or law enforcement turns up on TV, you can have a good drinking game by counting all the inaccuracies and things that they get wrong. So why should writing be any different? I think the difference might be that writing is kind of a more aspirational career, where it's the sort of career that people tend to daydream about, like going off and becoming a writer and so they tend to get a lot of things wrong about that. So with the help of my transcriptionist, we pulled together a list of seven of the most inaccurate movies about writing. There's actually a couple of Hallmark movies on here, and this isn't to bash on Hallmark movies. I think Hallmark movies tend to be about the fantasy of romance in the way that a show like Law and Order is about the fantasy of law enforcement and criminal justice, or a movie like John Wick is about the fantasy of violence or a game like SimCity is about the fantasy of managing a large city. The reality is of none of these things are nothing like the way they're portrayed in fiction, but instead, Law and Order is about the fantasy of what we would like the criminal justice system to be like and John Wick is kind of like, you know, a revenge fantasy of what we imagine we would do if someone actually shot our dog. So with that in mind, let's look at seven of the most inaccurate movies we found about writing. The first one is called Winter Love Story from Hallmark in 2019. It kind of deserves the 22% it got in the Rotten Tomatometer. The plot is a debut writer who wrote a memoir is appearing on a book tour of a famous fantasy author in order to boost her sales. They travel around visiting charming bed and breakfasts with plenty of time to talk about their feelings. The fantasy writer has a dog that he really loves a lot. The movie really revolves more around the dog more than the books. Now, why is this a bad movie about writing? For one thing, it has an unrealistic view of book tours, namely that a debut writer who is writing a memoir (which is a notoriously hard to sell genre) would be given such a lavish book tour paired with an author outside her genre. Cross-genre of sales promotions here in the real world tend not to work terribly well, because someone who wants to buy an 800 page fantasy novel about dragons is probably not going to be super interested in picking up a new writer's memoir are about her failed dating life. The movie also has an unrealistic view of book marketing and the involvement level and commitment of traditional publishing staff. If traditional publishing marketing staff is marketing 50 plus other writers, they're not going to follow your whimsical book tour and give tons of advice and coaching along the way. Book tours really don't sell very many books in general, to the point where Brandon Sanderson, who is probably the top selling fantasy author in the world right now, stopped doing book tours in 2020 when COVID came along (because you know, everyone had to stop doing book tours). But after all the various restrictions lifted, he found that he really wasn't interested in resuming it because of the physical drain of traveling and it turned out it had no impact on sales whatsoever. Finally, the movie touts the very false belief that the skill of giving heartfelt, heavily autobiographical speeches is the essential skill in marketing your work. Honestly, if you want to sell books, you would have better luck learning how to use Amazon ads or Facebook ads effectively, but I expect that would not make for a very good Hallmark movie. The second movie we're going to talk about is Lost City from 2022, which I actually saw shortly after it came out because it turned up on streaming (I think it was on Prime). I thought it was actually pretty funny, but it was not terribly accurate about the business of writing. The plot is that a romance author is struggling to finish her book. While she's on tour with her famous cover model, she gets kidnapped and the cover model must turn into an action hero and rescue her. The plot very heavily borrows from the 1980s movie Romancing the Stone, which is also about a writer. The scenery in the movie is fantastic and Daniel Radcliffe plays the villain, this insane billionaire who kidnapped Sandra Bullock's character to help find lost treasure and their reactions were pretty funny. It's not a great movie about writing. Even the romance and romantasy (which is a combination of romance and fantasy) authors topping the best seller list right now (as of April 2024) do not have press tours that are more like a fan convention with a budget for sparkly jumpsuits and lighting effects, etcetera. Cover models do not get a lot (or even any) of promotion, attention, or respect from publishers. The cover model is given top billing on the tour along with the author, which just doesn't happen. One side note, what is probably realistic is the publisher trying to discourage tangents in full academic jargon by the author on her history related research interests. You will often find if you're reading a book that involved a lot of research on the part of the author, that the author is going to put that research into the book (whether the reader likes it or not). Our third movie is called Alex and Emma, which came out in 2003. The plot of this movie is that an author with writer's block has debts to a loan shark he must pay in 30 days or else the loan shark is going to get nasty. He hires a stenographer to help him church out a book and since it's a romantic comedy, you can probably guess what happens next. This movie was apparently very loosely inspired by the story of Dostoyevsky writing The Gambler/meeting his wife but is also apparently heavily inspired by the movie Paris When it Sizzles. Even with multiple sources of inspiration, it still received terrible reviews for an incoherent, unsatisfying plot. And why is this a bad movie about writing? For one thing, it treats writing a book draft in 30 days as a near impossible feat. Not to toot my own horn, so to speak, but I'm going to write the rough draft of Cloak of Titans in under 30 days. If all goes well, it will be well over 100,000 words. There's also once again the cliche that writing already must be autobiographical and reflect what's currently happening in your life in order to be good. If that were true, all my books would be about the adventures of a middle-aged IT guy, which would be kind of boring compared to epic fantasy novels. And another thing that's unrealistic is that the struggling writer gets a $125,000 advance from the publisher, but the publisher won't help him replace a computer when it gets destroyed by a loan shark's posse. Computers were, of course, quite a bit more expensive in 2003 than they are now, but still they cost a lot less than $125,000. So that part definitely didn't make sense. Our 4th movie is Not Another Happy Ending, which came out in 2013. A writer becomes successful but has writer's block when she's happy. Her publisher has to figure out how to make her unhappy so she can write again but falls in love with her in the process. And why is this a bad movie about writing? If following around most the successful writers in order to inspire them was the actual job of publishers, a few certain well known fantasy series might have at least one more book by now than they actually do. So we'll just move on from there. The fifth one is a movie that gets made fun of a lot and rather deservedly so: Eat, Pray, Love, which came out in 2010. The plot of this, obviously, is that a reader gets divorced and goes on a journey to Italy, India, and Bali in order to “find herself” and gain writing inspiration. Why is this a bad movie about writing? So many reasons! First, there's a sort of a cliche in poor taste that writers can't be great unless they leave their spouses, that their marriage is preventing someone from devoting themselves to great writing. Although the one thing you say for Eat, Pray, Love is that it's a gender flip as opposed to the way these things usually are in movies where it's the male writer who is being held back by his wife. The reality is that people with stable home lives are more likely to be productive than people without them, and this is true across all fields of endeavor, and not just writing. Another bad cliche is the idea that you need to bankroll a year of travel to luxury destinations in order to find inspiration to write isn't realistic or accurate, and in truth very, very, very, very, very few writers can actually afford this luxury. This type of thinking leads people to believe they need to go on expensive retreats in order to be a “real writer”, when in reality many famous writers rarely traveled. Examples: Jane Austen, the Bronte sisters, I think J.R.R. Tolkien spent most of his post-war life entirely in England, etcetera. For myself, I do most of my writing either on my couch or while sitting in a $40 office chair I bought off Amazon Basics. That is definitely a cliche that you do not need to travel in order to write. In fact, travel can get in the way of getting writing done, which was one of the Brandon Sanderson's stated reasons for why he doesn't go on book tours too often anymore. Our 6th movie is As Good as It Gets, which came out in 1997. The premise of this movie is that a crabby, ill-behaved writer with some mental health challenges has a series of unexpected interactions that inspire him to become a better person. And why is this an inaccurate move about writing? First, there's a cliche that writers need to use a typewriter because a computer isn't as artistic or special. I know there are writers who insist on writing things longhand and or insist on using the typewriter and they have their reasons, but it's my belief that that is in fact very inefficient, and you should probably write on whatever method is most efficient or easy for you. And if you are writing for publication and profit, that means writing on a computer. If you don't like to type, you can dictate. There's also the idea I don't like that the idea that the reading public/critics will forgive terrible behavior or prejudice because of how brilliant you are. This is a fallacy you see across many professions where a brilliant doctor, a brilliant scientist, a brilliant politician, a brilliant writer, or whatever feels they have a license to act like a total jerk because they're so good at what they do. In reality, that often causes a lot of problems and ends up destroying the person's career. So that is a bad cliche, and one that if you're listening to this, I urge you not to put into practice in your daily life. Our seventh and final movie is another Hallmark one called A Novel Romance, which came out in 2015. In this story, a male romance writer who uses a pen name meets a female book reviewer who is unaware of his true identity even as they grow closer. Will pressure from his publisher to reveal his true identity hurt their budding romance? What did this movie get wrong about writing? First, there's the idea that pen names are somehow deceptive or shocking, especially in the romance genre where it's very common for a single writer to have multiple pen names. A professional book critic would consider it a very strong possibility that someone is writing under a pen name, which makes you wonder how competent the book critic is as a book critic. Publishers do not send limos to the airport for writers traveling to their personal vacation homes. If a writer is rich enough to have a limo and a personal vacation home, the writer is probably paying for it him or herself. The publisher is not. Most writing is not done on a legal pad while staring out onto the water next to your very expensive boat. Your agent, even a very nice agent (if such a thing exists) will not fly across the country multiple times in order to give you romantic advice. And finally, an author's pen name reveal would not be front page tabloid news. So those are just some of the things that movie got wrong about writing. So there those are 7 movies that are very inaccurate about what being a writer is like, and the point of that was not to pick on those movies (with the possible exception of Eat, Pray, Love, which deserves to be picked on) but to point out that the way they referenced what being a writer was like was often quite inaccurate, even if the movies themselves may or may not have been enjoyable for their intended audience. So that's it for this week. Thanks for listening to The Pulp Writer Show. I hope you found it useful and a word of thanks to my transcriptionist help me to pull this list together because she's definitely seen more Hallmark movies than I have. A reminder that you can listen to all the back episodes on https://thepulpwritershow.com. If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a review on your podcasting platform of choice. Stay safe and stay healthy and see you all next week.

Culture en direct
Le chef d'œuvre de l'écrivain iranien Sâdeq Hedâyat, entretien avec le traducteur Sébastien Jallaud

Culture en direct

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2024 28:45


durée : 00:28:45 - L'Entretien littéraire de Mathias Enard - par : Mathias Énard - L'écrivain iranien Sâdeq Hedâyat est à la fois grand connaisseur de la littérature persane classique -il est l'éditeur des quatrains d'Omar Khayyam- et connaisseur de la littérature européenne, "La chouette aveugle" est le reflet de cette double culture littéraire. - invités : Sébastien Jallaud Traducteur.

Zen and the Art of Triathlon
ZenEndurance 704 - Chase Wark Part 2

Zen and the Art of Triathlon

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2024 129:27


Deeper details about pro gravel racer Chase Wark's aero setup and gear choices, Lionel Sanders wins Oceanside 70.3, Form swim goggles now have compass bearing, and a good hour of The Training Log and other Zen thoughts to wrap up the show! Show notes: - Interview - What's his breaking point with what he'd do? Time trial helmet? - Aero socks, calf sleeves, tripwire base layer. - No gloves and shaves hands and arms. - Glucose monitoring? Lactate monitoring? - Longest rides, indoor training? - How to build Sweet Spot training into your long rides. - Shrinking Zwift down and riding watching - Gravel seems to be road bike racing, but you can't get team cars there. - How much does road racing tactics happen in gravel at the front? - Lazer helmets, Maurten fuel, Donkey Label clothing, MSP Moves, Xpedo pedals, Adventure Cycle and Ski, HED, Silca. - Wark Cycling Services . com - Which Lifetime Fitness races will he miss? - Camelbak-Gate. - How wanting to get more volume in for Kai's mountain biking led us to gravel. - Training log - Post run dip in pool, IPA, and wind tunnel news. - Running too much? Running better with less volume right now. - How to avoid overheating running in the summer by planning run routes that don't go with the wind for very long. - The benefits of being faster on a bike. - Bottles down the front of your jersey are banned, but what are some smart alternatives. - Stand and pedal on occasion! - The ritual of working out is important when you don't feel like it. - How to swim efficiently and go way faster with less effort. - Why kicking isn't a great idea when trying to swim far. Use your legs to keep you in a more streamlined position instead. - Rolling resistance is the new aerodynamics. - We want to race Gravel Locos! Any sponsors? - Fat pants are too big now! - How running relaxed makes you more efficient and you should use it for Zone 2. - Using low cadence in Zone 2 to fully work your muscles. - Running shorts with BIG POCKETS. - People are wearing light up dog collars to be seen at night! - Getting 2nd workout in by lunch makes rest of day feel relaaaaaaxed. - Willpower is "not even in the equation" of how to lose weight. - You want to be pulled towards the goal instead of having to push yourself.

Una Página A La Vez
Hablemos con Hugo Medina

Una Página A La Vez

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 28:27


Hugo Medina es licenciado en Letras Hispánicas por la Universidad de Sonora y tiene estudios de maestría en Letras Españolas por la UNAM. Ganó el primer lugar en los Juegos Florales “Alonso Vidal” de Guaymas, Sonora, en 2001. Logró el tercer lugar en el III Concurso Estatal de Poesía “Alonso Vidal”, con la plaquette Cuchillos afuera,en el año 2003. Recibió el premio del Concurso del Libro Sonorense 2005 (Ensayo) con la obra La soledad y el poder, y en el género de Poesía con Boca de sombras. En 2008 obtuvo el premio del mismo concurso en el género de cuento con la obra Necropulsiones y repitió en 2009 con el libro Hedónico fragmentario (Ensayo). En 2010 ganó el premio de poesía Juegos Florales “Darío Galaviz Quezada” de Guaymas, con el libro Historia natural del cáncer. Fue premiado en el Concurso del Libro Sonorense 2011 con De la hecatombe al éxtasis (Ensayo). En 2017 obtuvo el premio del Concurso del Libro Sonorense con Adamantium (Poesía), y en 2018 con Cool katana (Novela). Repitió en 2020, obteniendo el premio en el género de Poesía, con Atractores extraños. En 2021 fue premiado en el XIX Premio Nacional de Poesía “Alonso Vidal” por el libro Ciudades agridulces. Su obra Okinawa UV fue merecedora del Premio Nacional de Poesía “Rodulfo Figueroa” 2022; ese mismo año obtuvo el premio del Concurso del Libro Sonorense en el género de Cuento, con la presente obra. 

The Crexi Podcast
Architectural Innovation and How Demand Drives Design

The Crexi Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 43:12


This episode features insights from leading architectural firm HED's Susan King, exploring  paradigm shifts in the building designs of residential communities.The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with some of the top CRE professionals in the space. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate. Host Jessica LaRusso interviews Susan, an advocate for attainable housing and green market transformation with over 35 years of experience. Susan discusses her career trajectory from her early interest in architecture to her significant contributions in housing and community work. Highlighting her achievements, including being the third woman principal at HED and holding the prestigious FAIA designation, Susan shares insights into the challenges and advancements in senior living facilities, the importance of sustainable design, and the evolving landscape of affordable and market-rate housing. Discussions also cover the impact of COVID-19 on building design, particularly in air quality and ventilation, and the future of housing amidst macroeconomic pressures such as inflation.Their wide-ranging conversation includes:Meet Susan King, A Trailblazer in Architecture and HousingSusan's Journey From Art to ArchitectureBreaking into Housing and Community WorkThe Evolution of Senior Living: Trends and InsightsExploring the Future of Housing and Senior LivingSustainability and Innovation in Senior HousingThe Challenges and Opportunities in Affordable Senior LivingLooking Ahead: The Impact of Economic Factors on HousingRapid Fire Questions: Insights and InspirationsClosing Thoughts and How to Connect About Susan King:Susan is a registered architect and a principal at HED, one of the country's oldest and most prominent architecture and engineering firms, with over 400 staff across the country with revenues in excess of $100M.  With 35+ years of experience, Susan became the third woman principal at HED in 2007, and she oversees the firm's housing and community work across the Midwest, advocating for attainable housing and green market transformation of the building industry.She holds the FAIA designation, the American Institute of Architects' (AIA) highest membership honor, bestowed on architects who have made significant contributions to the profession and society and exemplify architectural excellence. Only 3% of AIA members hold the FAIA distinction, and Susan was the eighteenth woman from Illinois to attain this recognition.She has received many awards for her work, including the University of Cincinnati's Alumni of the Year award in 2018 and the Women in Sustainability Leadership Award from Green Building & Design magazine in 2016, which placed her among an elite group of women to have received that award.   Susan is also a past Chair of the AIA Chicago Committee on the Environment and past President of Chicago Women in Architecture. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi Insights. Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse hundreds of thousands of available commercial properties. Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/​ https://www.crexi.com/instagram​ https://www.crexi.com/facebook​ https://www.crexi.com/twitter​ https://www.crexi.com/linkedin​ https://www.youtube.com/crexi

Slice of Healthcare
#430 - Sharon Woodworth, Architect at HED

Slice of Healthcare

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 14:37


Join us on the latest episode, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Sharon Woodworth, Architect at HED.What you'll get out of this episode:Diverse Career Journey: Sharon Woodworth, an architect at HED, discusses her diverse career path, including pediatric trauma nursing and architecture criticism, and her current role teaching architecture to healthcare professionals.Designing Supportive Environments: The conversation explores how architectural design can retain healthcare providers, emphasizing the importance of creating supportive and efficient work environments.Enhancing Clinical Staff Support: Woodworth highlights the need for amenities that support clinical staff, such as daycare and private respite areas, to enhance focus and reduce stress.Lean Healthcare Operations: She emphasizes the importance of considering the entire process in lean healthcare operations, not just isolated problems, to truly improve efficiency and patient care.Predictions for Healthcare Architecture in 2024: Looking ahead to 2024, Woodworth predicts significant changes in healthcare architecture, driven by AI and data analytics, to create more effective and personalized healthcare environments.To learn more about HED:Website: https://www.hed.design/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hedadvances/Guest's Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-e-woodworth-faia-acha-edac-leed-92337111/ Our sponsors for this episode are:Sage Growth Partners https://www.sage-growth.com/Quantum Health https://www.quantum-health.com/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of HealthcareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sliceofhealthcare/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/WHAT IS SLICE OF HEALTHCARE?The go-to site for digital health executive/provider interviews, technology updates, and industry news. Listed to in 65+ countries.

The Modern Facilities Management Podcast
#109 Barton Drake: Market Sector Leader for HED

The Modern Facilities Management Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 26:59


On this episode of the Modern Facilities Management Podcast, Griffin interviews Barton Drake, Market Sector Leader for HED. Drake shares his vision for integrating a community's history with its future through architecture, and focuses on creating designs that are practical, cost-effective, and unite communities. His philosophy highlights the role of architecture in promoting sustainable development and respecting both tradition and the environment. Drake's experience and approach demonstrate how thoughtful architectural design can bring people together and support community growth. TakeawaysThe municipal sector offers exciting opportunities for architects to create communities that balance historic roots with modern technology and functionality.Designing adaptable buildings that can evolve with changing needs is crucial for long-term success.Balancing goals and budget constraints is a challenge in architectural design, but careful planning and collaboration can help find the right solutions.Enjoy!Interested in closing the skills gap? Check out our friends at Interplay Learning!

The People Managing People Podcast
Dynamic Office Spaces For a Modern Workforce

The People Managing People Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 19:01 Transcription Available


The workplace is undergoing a significant transformation, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has forever altered our perception of office spaces.In this episode, host David Rice is joined by Rebecca Swanner—Workplace Design Leader at HED—to talk about how to create dynamic office spaces that cater to diverse work styles.Support the show

Lead with Levity
Transforming Workplaces; The Power of Architectural Design and Connection

Lead with Levity

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 34:47


In our increasingly connected world, the importance of promoting a sense of community and fostering a creative environment in our workplaces cannot be overstated. Our surroundings can profoundly affect not only our productivity but also the connections we establish with each other. By channeling our understanding of the spaces around us, we can unlock the potential for innovation and collaboration, often hidden in plain sight.Today we welcome a special guest, Rebecca Swanner: a trailblazer in architectural engineering design. Rebecca is the Workplace Sector Leader for Harley Ellis Devereaux Corporation (HED), the firm that is redesigning the way we perceive and interact with office spaces. Her invaluable insights reveal how consciously designed spaces can foster not just productivity but also inclusion, energy, and levity, transforming our surroundings into a catalyst for clarity.Diverse Work Environments and their ImpactRebecca stresses the importance of acknowledging that people work differently in diverse environments. Some thrive amidst constant stimulation, while others need an environment that filters out as much external stimuli as possible, allowing them to concentrate solely on their tasks. A foundation of radical transparency and trust within the workplace is crucial for team members to feel comfortable in their work environments.Making Your Office a Home Away from Home With a shift toward activity-based design, giving employees a choice of where to work within a workspace is essential. Depending on their needs for the day or even the hour, they should be able to select an environment that best supports their current task. Designing specialized spaces ensures that each space is optimized for a specific type of work. Nurturing the Human Aspect in DesignOne of the key trends Rebecca discusses is creating neighborhoods within the workspace. By fostering a sense of community within each neighborhood, employees feel a sense of belonging and pride in their area. Personalizing the space further enhances this sense of ownership, giving employees a connection to their surroundings.Bringing Humanity to WorkplacesThinking about the workplace as a space to nurture the human mind opens up a whole new realm of possibilities. Incorporating soundscapes, pleasant scents, and elements that trigger positive memories can significantly impact an employee's mood and overall well-being. Space designed with elements of relaxation and comfort can help prevent burnout, fatigue, and keep employees engaged and inspired. Final ThoughtsRe-imagining workplaces through design is a compelling and innovative approach towards building more collaborative and nurturing work environments. By prioritizing employees' well-being and leveraging the potential of well-designed spaces, companies cannot only boost their bottom line but also foster a community of inspired, dedicated, and happy employees. To learn more about Rebecca Swanner and HED's work, visit HED.design or connect with Rebecca on LinkedIn.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it!

CRE with CBCworldwide
The Evolution of Senior Living Facilities

CRE with CBCworldwide

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 43:01


Host: Dan Spiegel, SVP & Managing Director of Coldwell Banker Commercial Guest: Susan King, Principal at HED Description: Host Dan Spiegel, SVP and Managing Director of Coldwell Banker Commercial, is joined by Susan King, Principal at HED to discuss how senior living facilities have adapted and changed over time due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the shift in consumer demographics and the recent rise of active adult communities. From baby boomers to future consumers, this episode breaks down the evolution of senior living facilities and the vast need for middle-market senior housing.

Workplace Innovator Podcast | Enhancing Your Employee Experience | Facility Management | CRE | Digital Workplace Technology
Ep. 285: “Expect the Unexpected” – Workplace Design and Strategies to Improve Employee Wellbeing in 2024 with Rebecca Swanner of HED

Workplace Innovator Podcast | Enhancing Your Employee Experience | Facility Management | CRE | Digital Workplace Technology

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 21:21


Rebecca Swanner is a Workplace Design Leader and Associate Principal at HED where she has a passion for interior design while “Advancing Your World”. Mike Petrusky asks Rebecca about her perspectives on hybrid working with a focus on creating spaces and strategies that will allow people to thrive in the workplace. They explore how leaders can improve wellbeing by asking the right questions to employees and being open to the answers, even if they're not what the company wants to hear. Rebecca sees activity-based design gaining momentum and believes technology has a significant role to play in facilitating seamless collaboration in hybrid work settings. Mike and Rebecca agree that this is a great opportunity for facility management and workplace professionals and they offer inspiration to help you be a Workplace Innovator for your team in 2024! Connect with Rebecca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-swanner-b8a9a55/ Learn more about HED: https://www.hed.design/ Explore the latest Eptura Workplace Index Report: https://lp.eptura.com/content-eptura-workplace-index-Q3.html 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/