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Watch this episode featuring Zoe Weil, co-founder of the Institute for Humane Education, to learn how the IDG skill “Optimism” can inspire hope and agency through the power of solutionary thinking.In this insightful conversation, Zoe shares her journey into humane education and introduces the framework behind her book The Solutionary Way, which empowers people to address systemic challenges with compassion and creativity. She also emphasized the importance of cultivating self-awareness, systems thinking, and collaboration to sustain optimism and create meaningful change in the world.00:00 Preview00:31 Introduction01:08 About Zoe Weil03:18 Zoe's backstory06:42 Restoring optimism in youth through purpose-driven education11:06 The role of ethical thinking in empowering changemakers13:56 What is a solutionary's solution?17:29 How ‘solutionaries' are different from a problem-solver, an activist, or a humanitarian? 20:37 Cultivating “Optimism” through collaboration and thinking25:48 How the IDG definition of “Optimism” resonates with Zoe30:50 Is hope a verb?33:22 Why self-awareness is key to a solutionary mindset38:47 Zoe Weil's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH ZOE✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoe-weil-3749b4a/✩ Website https://humaneeducation.org/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ The Solutionary Way by Zoe WeilVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Dr. Asta Raami, a leading expert on the role of  intuition in creative processes, to learn how the IDG skill “Creativity” can fuel innovation.In this fascinating conversation, Asta shares insights from her book Intuition Unleashed and offers practical tools like the "archery" technique and the "traffic light" metaphor to help harness our innate capacity for intuition. Asta also highlights stories of visionary inventors like Nikola Tesla and Barbara McClintock, who used intuition and empathy to make groundbreaking discoveries.00:00 Preview00:45 Introduction 01:22 About Dr. Asta Raami03:40 How the IDG definition of “Creativity” resonates with Asta07:04 The overlooked power of intuition in solving complex problems12:12 Practices for developing intuition16:08 How do inventors leverage intuition?20:44 How to add an extra cognitive layer to thinking23:37 How can we make intuition accessible to everyone?28:49 The three B's of “Creativity”33:19 Empathy as a bridge to intuition37:38 Why being open makes you more creative?42:01 How to use intuition to expand our capacity for “Creativity”?47:02 Dr. Asta Raami's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH ASTA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/asta-raami/✩ Website https://www.innerversity.org/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Intuition UnleashedVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Dr. Margie Warrell, author of The Courage Gap, to explore why the IDG skill "Courage" is essential for leading with integrity, making values-driven decisions, and taking action despite fear and uncertainty.In this compelling conversation, Margie shares her journey from rural Australia to global leadership, and offers strategies to overcome imposter syndrome. She also emphasizes that courage is not the absence of fear —it's taking action in spite of it. 00:00 Preview00:42 Introduction 01:19 About Dr. Margie Warrell02:32 Margie's backstory04:01 How the IDG definition of “Courage” resonates with Margie06:19 Margie's story of “Courage”10:10 How does “Courage” fuel values, alignment and well-being?15:15 Strategies for overcoming self-doubt and anxiety19:12 The inner work behind impactful leadership23:42 Ways to practice “Courage” and take courageous decisions29:11 How does stress impact decision-making?32:24 Dr. Margie Warrell's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH MARGIE✩ Website https://margiewarrell.com/✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/margiewarrell/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ The Courage Gap✩ TED TalkVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Nipun Mehta, Founder of ServiceSpace, to discover why the IDG skill "Mobilisation" is not just about organizing—it's a key to creating meaningful, transformational change rooted in kindness.In this engaging conversation, Nipun shares his journey from Silicon Valley to founding a global community focused on small acts of generosity. He also highlights the importance of shifting from transactional to relational approaches in social movements.00:00 Preview00:43 Introduction01:20 About Nipun Mehta04:02 Nipun and Anita's Karma Kitchen experience10:04 Nipun's big career shift: From tech to service16:17 What Nipun learned on a 1,000 miles walking pilgrimage in India with his wife19:53 The transformative power of compassion23:07 How inner transformation can redefine personal goals and larger systems30:25 How the IDG definition of “Mobilisation” resonates with Nipun34:20 How Nipun's spontaneous act of kindness sparked a street movement in India38:01 Different forms of wealth40:16 What is “Deep Casting”?43:16 Why we need laddership, not leadership47:51 Why the best leaders don't always lead53:22 n integrating social change in a society58:17 Nipun Mehta's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH NIPUN✩ Website https://nipun.servicespace.org/✩ Company https://www.servicespace.org/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ TED TalkVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Rose LeMay, CEO of the Indigenous Reconciliation Group and author of Ally Is a Verb, to learn how the IDG skill of “Trust” is essential to anti-racism work and how it can be repaired (when broken) through a process of reconciliation.In this engaging conversation, Rose describes the historical significance of Canada's Truth and Reconciliation Commission and outlines five key principles of allyship. She also explains why gaining cultural competence is mostly the responsibility of non-Indigenous and non-racialized people.00:00 Preview01:13 Introduction 01:50 About Rose LeMay05:42 Rose's backstory10:02 Why anti-racism work matters beyond DEI12:22 How the IDG definition of “Trust” resonates with Rose14:07 What is “Pause Theory”?19:41 What role does “Trust” play in Canada's Truth and Reconciliation Commission?25:46 Rose's five key principles of Allyship27:13 Why revisionist history harms society31:02 Why is reconciliation the responsibility of non-Indigenous people?36:24 The inner journey of allyship40:45 How to be an active team player within the context of community44:18 How to re-establish “Trust” after it has been broken49:28 Rose LeMay's Purposeful Empathy StoryCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH ROSE✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rose-lemay-90a20251/✩ Website https://the-irg.ca/about/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Ally Is a Verb✩ Canada's Truth & Reconciliation ReportVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

In this Better Satellite World podcast, SSPI's Tamara Bond-Williams speaks with Ed Fox, Chief Technology Officer at MetTel. They explore one of the hot topics of the industry: the convergence of the telecom and satellite industries and what that may spell for the future. Ed Fox is MetTel's technology leader, responsible for the planning, deployment, and operations of MetTel's broadband, data, and VoIP network infrastructure. He is a member of the Forbes Technology Council and a contributing author for IDG influencer network. Ed has over 30 years of telecommunications and network experience managing massive organizational and customer growth at major telecommunications providers.

Watch this episode featuring Paul Forbes, a Bias Awareness and Educational Equity Consultant, to discover why the IDG skill “Inclusive Mindset & Intercultural Competence” is not just about awareness—it's a daily practice of bridging across differences with humility, empathy, and intention.In this deeply personal conversation, Paul shares his journey from the NYC Department of Education to leading national conversations on equity and unconscious bias. He also emphasizes the necessity of connecting across lines of difference, recognizing our shared humanity, and transforming systems by starting within ourselves.00:00 Preview00:49 Introduction 01:26 About Paul Forbes03:41 Paul's backstory07:12 Paul's lived experience of discrimination10:03 What happens when you confront your own biases and decide to take action?14:33 What is implicit bias?18:24 How the IDG definition of “Inclusive Mindset & Intercultural Competence” resonates with Paul21:39 The role of empathy, self-awareness and proximity in leadership26:38 Recognizing implicit bias in everyday actions30:16 How does empathy help us build connection and belonging?35:04 Why self-reflection is the missing piece in DEI (diversity, equity & inclusion) work40:12 Why should empathy be included as a must-have skill in every job description?44:04 Why adaptive skills matter more than technical skills in leadership46:32 Paul Forbes's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH PAUL✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulforbes718/✩ Website https://leadingwithheartsandminds.com/✩ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paulforbesnyc/✩ X https://x.com/PaulForbesNYC/status/1775648691874926844SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development GoalsVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Some restaurants chase trends. Lee Maen builds brands that shape them. As co-founder of Innovative Dining Group, Lee has redefined what it means to create restaurants that are as memorable for their vibe as they are for their food. From Sushi Roku to BOA Steakhouse, he's turned hospitality into a high-performance art form—blending ambiance, precision, and consistency across markets and decades. In this episode, we dive into how IDG builds loyalty without relying on celebrity chefs, maintains profit without sacrificing soul, and scales without losing what made it special in the first place. To learn more about Innovative Dining Group and their iconic concepts, visit https://innovativedining.com.____________________________________________________________Full Comp is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time.We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out our other content:Yelp for Restaurants PodcastsRestaurant expert videos & webinars

Watch this episode featuring Alia Whitney-Johnson, Founder of Emerge, to discover why the IDG skill “Co-Creation” is not just a strategy—it's a transformative practice when rooted in trust, equity, and our shared humanity.In this insightful conversation, Alia shares how her social impact journey—which began in Sri Lanka at the age of 19 —has been guided by a commitment to trauma-informed restorative practices and justice. She also emphasises how genuine co-creation requires psychological safety, inclusive language, and a radical reimagining of power dynamics. 00:00 Preview00:28 Introduction 01:05 About Alia Whitney-Johnson03:15 Alia's backstory07:24 What is the mission of Emerge?10:16 How the IDG definition of “Co-Creation” resonates with Alia12:55 How do we create spaces for true “Co-Creation”?16:17 Inner work as the first step in “Co-Creation”19:51 How did Alia learn to hold space for and uplift other voices?22:38 The importance of shared leadership in “Co-Creation”24:16 How can “Co-Creation” transform youth partnerships?32:16 The humility required for “Co-Creation”- especially when being called out35:01 A story that shifted Alia's perspective38:44 How does language influence “Co-Creation”?44:26 Supporting mental health in challenging contexts47:37 Alia Whitney-Johnson's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH ALIA✩ Website https://www.aliawhitneyjohnson.com/✩ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aliawj/✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliawhitneyjohnson/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Emerge✩ Freedom ForwardVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Catherine Cadden & Jesse Wiens-Chu, co-authors of The Ongo Book, to learn how the IDG skill “Communication” is practiced in Nonviolent Communication (aka NVC). In this special conversation, Catherine and Jess describe the four components of the NVC approach (Observations, Feelings, Needs, and Requests) and offer relatable examples with children and between partners. They also discuss the importance of storytelling, mindfulness and emotional regulation to help us communicate more effectively. 00:00 Preview00:42 Introduction 01:19 About Catherine Cadden & Jesse Wiens-Chu04:05 Catherine's backstory06:52 Jesse's backstory10:52 What is Nonviolent Communication?14:17 Why Nonviolent Communication allows us to cultivate meaningful connections 17:09 How to break parenting habits that leads to conflict22:56 The inner work of Nonviolent Communication25:02 How Nonviolent Communication builds empathy and transforms communities29:35 How does NVC help us break free from conditioned responses?31:56 How the IDG definition of “Communication” resonates with Catherine & Jesse34:12 Using the power of pause during tough conversations38:45 How can we become better storytellers?42:26 What role does mindfulness play in Nonviolent Communication?46:02 Catherine Cadden & Jesse Wien-Chu's Purposeful Empathy storiesCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH CATHERINE & JESSE✩ Website https://babatree.org/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Catherine's TEDx Talk✩ The Ongo BookVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Carson Kelly, Founder of Compassion 2.0, to learn why the IDG skill “Empathy & Compassion” is key to psychological safety- especially for high-performing teams.In this inspiring conversation, Carson shares how a near-death experience at the age of 17 set him on a path to understand the power of “Compassion.” He also discusses why businesses need to move from an extractive paradigm to a generative one, and he explores the “ROI of Care” - which measures the financial benefits of care-based cultures and organizations.00:00 Preview00:28 Introduction 00:28 About Carson D. Kelly01:05 Carson's backstory07:05 Carson describes his near-death experience11:09 Why “Compassion” is not a soft skill15:55 The importance of psychological safety in the workplace18:34 The “ROI of Care” framework21:27 Why does psychological safety drive innovation?25:54 Why businesses need to move from extractive to generative29:19 The impact of an extractive model on society34:39 Anita's Vipassana experience41:04 What is the “Learning Journey” of a Chief Flourishing Officer?47:15 How the IDG definition of “Empathy & Compassion” resonate with Carson51:42 Carson Kelly's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH CARSON✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/carsonkelly/✩ Website https://www.compassion2.com/ SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development GoalsVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Dr. Urs Koenig, leadership expert and author of Radical Humility, to learn how the IDG skill "Humility" can foster stronger relationships, enhance trust, and drive meaningful results through humble leadership.In this compelling conversation, Urs shares insights from his journey—from military service to executive coaching—highlighting how true leadership is about prioritizing the needs of the situation over personal importance. He also emphasizes the value of a growth mindset, transparency, and vulnerability.00:00 Preview00:28 Introduction 01:05 About Dr. Urs Koenig02:36 Urs's Backstory05:13 How the IDG definition of “Humility” resonates with Urs08:04 Motivation behind writing Radical Humility13:08 Why “Humility” is useful in leadership and life17:35 What is a growth mindset?22:13 Business case for humble leadership25:17 The importance of vulnerability in leadership28:50 The role of feedback in humble leadership31:28 The inner work of humble leadership34:39 Urs Koenig's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH URS✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/urs-koenig-ab3828/✩ Website https://www.urskoenig.com/✩ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/koenigurs/?hl=enSHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Radical HumilityVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Dr. Jessica Saniguq Ulrich, an Assistant Professor at The Institute for Research and Education to Advance Community Health to understand why the IDG skill “Connectedness”  isn't just a concept—it's a way of life.In this heart-opening conversation, Jessica describes how “systems of disconnection” have eroded our wellbeing, especially among groups who have experienced intergenerational trauma, discrimination or marginalisation. She also discusses the “Indigenous connectedness framework” introduced in her doctoral work which encourages being “in right relationship” with ourselves, each other, the earth, and what she calls Creator. 00:00 Preview00:51 Introduction 01:28 About Dr. Jessica Saniguq Ullrich04:08 Jessica's backstory06:41 How the IDG definition of “Connectedness” resonates with Jessica12:08 What is the interconnected nature of reality?16:17 Why “Connectedness” is essential to addressing trauma22:28 Being in “right relationship” with nature27:21 “Connectedness” as a shared responsibility across generations31:19 What are the “systems of disconnection?”35:00 The role of “Connectedness” for mental health38:21 Strategies for “Connectedness”45:56 The spiritual nature of “Connectedness” 49:02 Dr. Jessica Saniguq Ullrich's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH JESSICA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-saniguq-ullrich-302896213/✩ Research Page https://ireach.wsu.edu/people/jessica-saniguq-ullrich/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Canada's Truth & Reconciliation ReportVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

We are embarking on a transformative journey with Michael Hamman on Inner Agility: The Key to Business Agility on Our Agile Tales. Michael believes in the potential of the workplace as a catalyst for personal, professional, and social transformation. His work with many organizations, teams, and leaders has enabled them to embrace a greater holistic team and enterprise-level agility by nurturing their inner capacity for leadership agility in the face of the complexity, volatility, and uncertainty of the 21st-century world.In this episode of Agile Tales, our discussion with Michael delves into the concepts of inner agility and its pivotal role in achieving business agility, highlighting Chris Argyris' theories on espoused theory versus theory in use. Michael provides insights on the challenges of honest communication within organizations and the psychological strategies people employ to avoid discomfort. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the limitations that our inner operating systems impose on our sensemaking and interactions. Michael also touches on the IDG's inner development goals and the need for methods that enhance our capacity for complex sense-making. The episode underlines that true organizational transformation stems from a deeper personal transformation and increased awareness of our underlying beliefs and assumptions.00:00 Introduction to Agile Tales01:13 Espoused Theory vs. Theory in Use05:29 The Cost of Avoiding the Truth06:53 Organizational Transformation and Human Change11:10 Experience Wheel and Inner Agility16:59 Understanding Our Inner Operating System19:30 Developing Inner Capacity for Sustainable Goals24:56 Enhancing Team Collaboration and Sensemaking29:35 ConclusionMichael Hamman is the author of Evolvagility: Growing an Agile Leadership Culture from the Inside Out. The book provides a blueprint for what it means to be an agile leader in today's complex world and offers a practical roadmap for getting there. He is the head of development at Transformation Designs and is a Co-creator at the Centre for Inner Agility.Visit us at https://www.ouragiletales.com/about

Watch this episode featuring Dr. Christina Karns, a neuroscientist at the University of Oregon, to discover how the IDG skill “Appreciation” can rewire our brain, improve our relationships, and boost our well-being.In this enlightening conversation, Christina unpacks the fascinating science behind gratitude and describes how our ability to recognize and express appreciation activates neural pathways linked to empathy, generosity, and happiness.00:00 Preview00:31 Introduction 01:08 About Dr. Christina Karns03:14 Christina's backstory05:03 How the IDG definition of “Appreciation” resonates with Christina09:00 The neuroscience of gratitude13:16 What are the physical benefits of gratitude?15:53 The neuroscience of “Appreciation”18:25 How has studying gratitude changed Christina as a person?23:02 Understanding neuroplasticity28:14 How do acts of kindness boost empathy & happiness?32:22 How to develop our capacity for gratitude37:06 The impact of letters of gratitude42:42 Why is “Appreciation” important at a social level?46:42 Dr. Christina Karns's Purposeful EmpathyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH CHRISTINA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-karns-99bab519/✩ Blog https://blogs.uoregon.edu/karns/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Brain Development Lab https://bdl.uoregon.edu/research/people/staff/christina-karns/✩ A Functional MRI Study of Change with Gratitude Practice https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/human-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2017.00599/full Video edited by Green Horizon Studio

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Watch this episode featuring Doug Good Feather, Executive Director of the Lakota Way and author of Think Indigenous, to learn how the IDG skill “Long-Term Orientation & Visioning” aligns with the Seventh Generation Principle.In this heart-opening conversation, Doug describes his personal journey from poverty, addiction, PTSD, and personal loss to becoming a Lakota healer and spiritual leader thanks to a vision quest. He also emphasizes the importance of Indigenous wisdom, and the need for a long-term vision that prioritizes community and sustainability. 00:00 Preview00:39 Introduction 01:16 About Doug Good Feather04:49 About Doug's book, Think Indigenous: Native American Spirituality for a Modern World08:40 How personal growth can drive social change14:55 Importance of community and sacred teachings18:27 Bridging science and spirit through Indigenous wisdom23:47 Doug's backstory28:06 Lessons from Doug's Grandpa Chief Sitting Bull 33:13 Doug's vision quest38:05 How does Indigenous thinking align with science?41:31 The philosophy of Buffalo47:56 How the IDG skill “Long-term Orientation & Visioning” resonates with Doug51:06 The Seventh Generation principle55:43 Doug's definition of empathy01:08:01 Navigating grief and finding purpose after loss01:11:40 Doug Good Feather's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH DOUG✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-good-feather-37a56117/✩ Website lakotawayhealingcenter.org✩ Website https://www.spirithorsenation.org/✩ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dgoodfeather/?hl=enSHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Think Indigenous✩ Canada's Truth & Reconciliation ReportVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Dr. Elif Kuş Saillard, a sociologist, methodologist and Founder of AN.LA (a research services firm that helps leaders make sense of complexity), to learn why the IDG skill “Sense-making” is key to helping us create meaning from our experiences and navigate complex systems.In this thought-provoking conversation, Elif explains how the integration of mental and somatic awareness deepens our understanding of the world. She also explores how we can develop our sense-making capacity and offers her thoughts about how AI will free us from the labour of cognitive tasks, such that humanity can begin “Sense-making” from a higher level of consciousness.00:00 Preview00:47 Introduction 01:24 About Dr. Elif Kuş Saillard03:05 How the IDG definition of “Sense-making” resonates with Elif08:15 Exploring the neuroscience of “Sense-making”11:36 What impact does psychedelics have on “Sense-making”?13:32 How time and culture shapes our capacity for “Sense-making”18:02 Elif's backstory23:45 The role of empathy in analyzing research data26:36 What is grounded theory?33:21 How to develop your “Sense-making” skills?36:14 The fascinating role role of microbiomes in “Sense-making”40:25 How AI will change our capacity for “Sense-making”44:08 Elif discusses Antonio Damasio's work about the interconnectedness of emotions, reason, and the body50:41 Practices for embodied “Sense-making”55:47 Dr. Elif Kuş Saillard's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH ELIF✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/elifkus/✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/an-la/✩ Website https://drelifkus.comSHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Antonio Damasio's Theory of Consciousness (as discussed at 44:08)Video edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Dr. Emma Stenström, Associate Professor at the Stockholm School of Economics and author of Bubble Hopping, to learn how the IDG skill “Perspective” can spark innovation and is necessary for bridge-building across divides.In this illuminating conversation, Emma discusses the research behind her concept of “Bubble Hopping,” which promotes stepping outside silos and echo chambers on purpose. She also explains why “fika” (which translates to coffee and cake) is a Swedish custom that leads to business success.00:00 Preview00:43 Introduction 01:21 About Dr. Emma Stenström02:47 The origin of the IDG framework04:41 How are IDGs useful within organizations and at undergraduate levels?09:45 How the IDG definition of “Perspective” resonates with Emma14:35 Experimenting with bubble-hopping techniques in classrooms17:05 How to stay open-minded to other people's perspectives19:02 The power of finding common ground in research23:46 What is the role of “fika” in Swedish business success?27:11 How is bubble hopping applicable in companies?32:05 Creating meetings over meals on sustainability35:28 Dr. Emma Stenström's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH EMMA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-stenstr%C3%B6m-354721/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Bubble Hopping✩ Resonance Theory by German Sociologist Hartmut Rosa (as discussed at 21:14)Video edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Dr. Jean Boulton, a theoretical physicist with degrees from Oxford and Cambridge, to learn how the IDG skill “Complexity Awareness” can develop adaptability, resilience, and a deeper understanding of human relationships.In this insightful conversation, Jean discusses the importance of integrative skills—combining heart and mind—and the concept of "Zin" in Chinese philosophy. She also emphasizes the need for adaptability and resilience in complex systems, using real-world examples.00:00 Preview00:32 Introduction 01:08 About Dr. Jean Boulton03:29 Jean's backstory07:20 Is Jean hopeful about the future amid complexity?11:35 The Dao of Complexity16:03 Integrating paradox in complexity leadership18:18 What is Complexity?22:32 How does collapse and rebirth occur in systems?25:14 How to develop a sense of complexity?29:31 Developing resilience, curiosity, and creativity for complexity33:06 Jean's personal growth reshaped by complexity36:25 How values and mindsets drive behavior?39:40 Dr. Jean Boulton's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH JEAN✩ Website https://www.embracingcomplexity.com/✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jean-boulton-6856471/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ The Dao of Complexity✩  The Plague - by Albert Camus (as discussed at 09:07)Video edited by Green Horizon Studio

How we think as leaders profoundly shapes our ability to navigate complexity, make sense of challenges, and involve others. In this episode, we explore the "Thinking" dimension of the Inner Development Goals (IDG) and why developing our thinking skills is crucial for long-term success. We share insights on how leaders can expand their perspectives, avoid oversimplifications, and strengthen their ability to make sense of complex challenges.1. Complexity AwarenessLeaders are often great at solving ‘technical' challenges; however complex, adaptive, challenges require a different approach. We discuss why awareness of complexity is key. 2. Perspective SkillsSeeing a problem from multiple angles helps us avoid blind spots. We explore how leaders can actively seek contrasting perspectives, facilitate diverse conversations, gain deeper insights into issues, and enhance decision-making.3. Long-Term Orientation and VisioningThe pressure for short-term results often overshadows long-term priorities. We highlight why future-focused thinking is essential and how leaders can balance immediate demands with a compelling long-term vision.4. Sense-makingWhen faced with uncertainty, how do we structure the unknown? We discuss how leaders can guide teams through messy challenges, recognize emerging patterns, and align around a shared understanding.5. Critical ThinkingJumping to conclusions can be a costly mistake. We examine how leaders can challenge assumptions, test ideas, and refine their thinking before taking action.Reflection QuestionsWhere might my worldview, my perspective, be limiting me? How can I expand this perspective and be more open to different perspectives?Who has perspectives that would challenge me, and how can I invite them into a conversation?What are the stories I make up in my own mind about a certain problem? How can I explore my own mental model, understand my story and assumptions to identify blind spots?Our Previous IDG EpisodesThe Inner Development Goals - The Leadership Model for the FutureWhy Successful Leaders Focus on "Being" before "Doing"The Thinking Skills You Never Thought ofA Fresh Perspective on Improving Relationships at WorkFive Critical Skills to Boost Collaboration in Your OrganisationThe Surprising Skills for Driving ChangeAbout Second CrackMore information about us and our work is available on our website: secondcrackleadership.com. Contact us now to explore how we can support your leadership development in a company-wide initiative or with individual executive coaching: hello@secondcrackleadership.com. Connect with us on LinkedIn:Martin Aldergård Gerrit Pelzer

Watch this episode featuring Dr. Tom Chatfield, a renowned British author and tech philosopher, to learn how the IDG skill “Critical Thinking” can help navigate the digital world and harness AI as a tool for deeper understanding and ethical decision-making.In this insightful conversation, Tom discusses the importance of developing critical thinking skills, embracing humility, and being aware of cognitive biases. He highlights AI's role as a cognitive catalyst rather than a replacement for human thought and emphasizes the need for intentionality in our use of technology. He also emphasizes how AI can enhance human skills and why empathy is essential for creating a positive digital future.00:00 Preview00:33 Introduction 01:10 About Dr. Tom Chatfield02:56 Tom's backstory05:06 Tom's concept of critical thinking07:16 How to use AI as a tool to generate ideas11:17 How critical thinking goes beyond cognition?15:45 Co-evolution of humans and technology20:25 Why is critical thinking vital in today's digital age?24:51 How technology shapes our behaviors and decisions?27:24 Advice for parents: Raising critical thinkers in digital age32:11 How to develop critical thinking skills?35:58 How critical thinking involves self-awareness and personal accountability?37:57 Learning human skills and intelligence from AI40:03 Dr. Tom Chatfield's Purposeful Empathy StoryCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH TOM✩ Website https://tomchatfield.net/✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomchatfield80/✩ Instagram ​​https://www.instagram.com/tomchatfield/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Critical ThinkingVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Dr. Kirk Warren Brown, a researcher at Carnegie Mellon University, to learn how the IDG skill “Presence” can improve your relationships and wellbeing, and help you navigate life with greater clarity, connection and empathy. In this insightful conversation, Kirk describes some of the research explored in the 2nd Edition of Handbook of Mindfulness, a book he co-edited. This includes a discussion of presence within different spiritual traditions, the challenges of being present with our loved ones, and the broader applications of presence in society that drive pro-social behaviour.00:00 Preview00:42 Introduction 01:19 About Dr. Kirk Warren Brown03:16 Kirk's backstory08:06 Exploring intersections between Buddhism and Christianity10:18 What is “Presence”?15:03 Why is it harder to be present with our loved ones?19:01 The role of self-awareness in empathic conversations22:53 What is social well-being?25:27 How mindfulness practices promote empathy31:32 The relationship between mindfulness and prosocial behavior35:41 Why does mindfulness promote empathy?37:43 Discussing Handbook of Mindfulness, edited by Kirk41:22 Ways to practice “Presence” and mindfulness45:38 Cultivating mindfulness through everyday experiences47:42 Why “Presence” is important for leadership - especially for a better world52:48 Dr. Kirk Warren Brown's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH KIRK✩ Website https://kirkwarrenbrown.com/✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirk-warren-brown-5a0a318a/✩ Instagram ​​https://www.instagram.com/kirkwarrenbrown/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Handbook of MindfulnessVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa, author of Inner Mastery, Outer Impact, to learn how the IDG skill “Self-Awareness” can help you discover your “Inner Core” and lead in alignment with your deepest values and purpose.In this profound conversation, Hitendra explains why contemplative practices can lead to self-transcendence. He also emphasizes the power of inner development to foster positive change on a global scale.00:00 Preview00:46 Introduction 01:22 About Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa04:11 Hitendra's backstory11:21 Grappling with life's existential questions13:37 What is our highest potential? And other big, bold and beautiful questions17:02 Self-Awareness, according to the IDG framework19:38 How does Self-Awareness lead to personal growth and fulfilment?20:30 Exploring your “Inner Core”29:01 Anita describes her Vipassana experience32:22 Why is inner development so important today?35:31 What Hitendra learned by studying the lives of Lincoln, Gandhi and Mother Teresa38:02 Why we need role models in our lives43:28 Connection between self transcendence and self awareness48:39 Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa's Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH HITENDRA✩ Website https://www.hitendra.com/✩ Company https://www.hitendra.com/mentora✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/hitendrawadhwa/✩ Instagram ​​https://www.instagram.com/hitendrawadhwa/SHOW NOTES✩ Inner Development Goals✩ Inner Mastery, Outer Impact✩ Ways of KnowingVideo edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode featuring Jason Clarke, founder of Minds at Work, to learn how the IDG skill “Openness & Learning Mindset” can help you navigate change, drive innovation, and become a more effective leader. In this engaging conversation, Jason shares his academic and professional journey from being the lowest-scoring student in his high school's history to becoming Creative Director of Australia's largest multi-media company. He also highlights the importance of workplace cultures that question conventional wisdom, foster curiosity, and balance exploration with focused execution—what he calls the “lighthouse beam.”00:00 Preview00:34 Introduction 01:12 About Jason Clarke02:52 Jason's backstory07:21 Why Jason always challenges conventional wisdom and explores things that are unorthodox11:51 Why do people lose the capacity to think as they grow older?13:50 How to fit into society without losing one's creativity?17:31 As adults, how to reclaim our childlike curiosity21:15 How to develop the IDG skill of “openness and learning mindset”25:10 How can leaders balance staying open while also being decisive?28:39 The role of emergent thinking to stay flexible during unexpected challenges31:47 How to reduce resistance and encourage open-mindedness among people34:15 Why Jason rejects the idea that people hate change37:11 Climate change and the impact of AI on society42:30 Can machines have a learning mindset?44:34 Jason Clarke's Purposeful Empathy StoryCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audiohttps://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Blueskyhttps://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH JASON✩ Websitehttps://mindsatwork.com.au/✩ LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-clarke-a5967737/SHOW NOTES✩Inner Development Goals Video edited by Green Horizon Studio

Watch this episode to learn how to develop your “Inner Compass” and become a leader capable of greater ethical decision-making. In this week's episode, Anita explores "Inner Compass" with Dr. Mary Gentile, creator of the innovative Giving Voice to Values (GVV) program. In this compelling conversation, Mary describes how our values and inner compass can inspire ethical decision-making and ethical leadership. Mary also unpacks her seven-pillar GVV framework—values, purpose, choice, normalization, self-knowledge, voice, and reasons and rationalizations—and uses real examples to demonstrate how leaders can effectively act on their values. 00:00 Preview 00:38 Introduction  01:16 About Dr. Mary Gentile 02:51 How the IDG definition of “Inner Compass” resonates with Mary 06:12 How can leaders develop their Inner Compass?  10:12 Mary's backstory 14:08 Why should leaders complicate their thinking and listen to voices that are typically not as loud? 17:32 What are the barriers to ethical decision-making? 21:11 The “Giving Voice to Values” (GVV) framework 26:42 What is the “locus of loyalty”? 28:35 Why is courage the starting point for ethical action? 35:25 How to make ethical decisions when “right” and “wrong” is not clear? 38:42 Does today's world diminish our ability to practice GVV? 42:56 How do values relate to ethical choices? 47:45 What are the implications of making unethical decisions at work? 52:23 How do the GVV pillars align with the IDG framework? 54:34 Dr. Mary Gentile's Purposeful Empathy story CONNECT WITH ANITA ✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com  ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com ✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA ✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/ ✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram ✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast ✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.social CONNECT WITH MARY ✩ Website https://givingvoicetovaluesthebook.com/ ✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-gentile-a21b9225/ SHOW NOTES ✩ Inner Development Goals ✩ Giving Voice to Values Video edited by Green Horizon Studio

In the face of polycrises, we need inner transformation for outer change more than ever! Watch this episode to learn about the Inner Development Goals - a framework of leadership skills (based on the science of personal development) to achieve a more just and sustainable world.  With an academic background in cognitive neuroscience and happiness research, Erik Fernholm is a sought-after speaker and thought leader who co-founded the IDGs. In this episode, he describes why personal growth is necessary to transform society ​​- especially at a time of polycrisis.  00:00  Preview 00:23  Introduction  01:01  About Erik Fernholm  01:48  Why the Inner Development Goals framework is so important right now 06:53  How can we disrupt systems that no longer serve us? 13:53  Erik's personal journey: Why he prioritises value over profit 19:04  We're more connected than we think 24:50  What is a “good life”?  33:53  Are we avoiding discomfort or becoming who we aim to be? 37:44  Why the IDG framework is an invitation to expand rather than a to-do list  46:54 Life is about the journey, not the outcome.  56:13  The IDGs backstory 01:02:35 Critiques of the IDG framework  01:06:32 The problem of striving towards perfection 01:14:03 Erik Fernholm's Purposeful Empathy Story  CONNECT WITH ANITA ✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com  ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com ✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA ✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/ ✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram ✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast CONNECT WITH ERIK ✩ Website https://erikfernholm.se SHOW NOTES ✩ IDG Framework ✩ Erik Fernholm ✩ Adult temper tantrums  Video edited by Green Horizon Studio

Sabrina Amburgey, Vice President of Business Development at ACDI/VOCA, Udunopa Abalu, Director of New Business at the International Development Group, Velora Loughmiller, Chief Business Development Officer at Blumont, and Christy Hollywood, Chief Operating Officer at Konektid International join Mike Shanley to discuss 2024 market trends, local partner engagement and how contractors can serve in Localization agenda, sustainability plans, and look ahead to the aid market in 2025. BIOGRAPHIES: Sabrina Amburgey provides leadership to business development at ACDI/VOCA, a US nonprofit that helps people and communities improve their lives by increasing economic prosperity and social inclusion. She has over 25 years of experience in international development in various business development, technical, and project management roles focused on food security, resilience, market systems, agriculture, capacity strengthening, and democracy and governance. As a board member and Global Guidelines Working Group lead for the Agribusiness Market Ecosystem Alliance (AMEA), a global network for accelerating the professionalization of farmer organizations and agri-SMEs, she was instrumental in drafting the recently published ISO18716 Professional Farmer Organization Guidance. Udunopa Abalu is currently Director of New Business at the International Development Group Advisory Services, LLC (IDG), a rapidly growing international development organization works to reduce global poverty through sustainable and inclusive economic development. Udunopa brings over 10 years of experience in new business development and strategic partnerships, development economics, international trade, and private sector development. Prior to IDG, Udunopa worked for Kaizen - A Tetra Tech Company, Improving Economies for Stronger Communities (IESC), KeyLime International, OFED International, and O'Neill Paragon Solutions. Udunopa also consulted for the International Labour Organization (ILO). Udunopa has lived and worked in Nigeria, Ethiopia, Ghana, and Brazil. She holds an M.A. in International Trade and Investment Policy from George Washington University and a B.S. in Economics and International Studies (with minors in Political Science and Speech Communication) from Iowa State University. During her personal time, Udunopa enjoys reading, bicycling, hiking, traveling, cooking, Zumba, yoga, and meditation. She is also a member of the Association of Women in International Trade. Velora Loughmiller is a leader in strategy, planning, and business development based on two decades of work across the USG, including USAID, Departments of State, Agriculture, Defense, and Energy, as well as an array of bi- and multi-lateral partnerships. When it comes to market analysis, she's a firm believer that it takes a healthy combination of deep-dive data analysis and leveraging your network, and equally enjoys catching up with colleagues over coffee or nerding out over CBJ details. Velora holds a master's in European studies, bachelor's in geography, and is a certified project management professional (PMP). Based in the DC area for fifteen years, you'll find her enjoying local and regional outdoor haunts for great hiking; continuing to hone covid-era learned skills of bread and candy making; and trying out the many types of cuisine the area has to offer. Christy Hollywood supports Konektid clients and consultants with skills honed during 20+ years of leadership in international development, professional services, and consulting organizations. She led a successful consulting firm of her own for 11 years. Earlier, she served as Vice President for BD of Cardno (a large USAID and MCC contractor, since acquired) and held pivotal business development roles at KPMG's Emerging Markets Group, RTI International, PATH, as well as Fidelity Investments and Noblis. A recognized expert in business development consulting, she's authored several articles and is five-time invited presenter at international conferences on proposal management, competitive intelligence, and business development. Resources https://blumont.org/ https://www.internationaldevelopmentgroup.com/ https://www.acdivoca.org/ LEARN MORE Thank you for tuning into this episode of the Aid Market Podcast. You can learn more about working with USAID by visiting our homepage: Konektid International and AidKonekt. To connect with our team directly, message the host Mike Shanley on LinkedIn.

What does it take to transform a $19.9 billion consulting powerhouse in the age of AI? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I'm joined by Mohamad Ali, Senior Vice President of IBM Consulting, to explore how his unique blend of expertise in cybersecurity, data, analytics, and AI is redefining the consulting industry and unlocking new possibilities for businesses worldwide. Mohamad shares how IBM Consulting is leveraging an open ecosystem approach to help enterprises fully harness the power of AI. We delve into real-world examples of top generative AI use cases that are driving innovation, efficiency, and transformation across industries. From improving decision-making to optimizing workflows, these stories offer valuable insights into AI's practical applications. Beyond technology, Mohamad emphasizes the human element—discussing strategies for upskilling talent in the AI era and creating access to opportunities for professionals at all levels. He highlights the importance of empowering teams to embrace AI, not as a replacement, but as a tool to amplify their capabilities and drive meaningful impact. With a software-first mindset cultivated from his tenure as CEO of IDG and Carbonite, Mohamad explains how he's reshaping IBM Consulting to be more agile, innovative, and responsive to the evolving needs of clients in a digital-first world. How can businesses build an AI strategy that drives real results? What role does upskilling play in creating a future-ready workforce? Tune in to this conversation with Mohamad Ali, and discover how IBM Consulting is leading the charge in transforming challenges into opportunities with AI. Want to learn more? Connect with IBM Consulting online to explore the ideas and innovations discussed in this episode.

Episode Summary In this Special episode celebrating the release of our 500th episode, OnBase welcomes Demandbase CEO Gabe Rogol to discuss the company's recent rebrand and the future of account-based GTM strategies. Gabe shares the vision behind the transformation, emphasizing Demandbase's commitment to solving modern B2B challenges through enhanced integration, transparency, and AI-driven automation. He explains how these changes aim to better align marketing and sales efforts for long-term account success. Gabe also dives into the next phase of account-based strategies, highlighting new insights, data strategies, and automation that will drive alignment and efficiency across teams, shaping Demandbase's path forward. About the guest As the Chief Executive Officer of Demandbase, I'm responsible for fulfilling the company's mission of transforming how B2B companies go-to-market. Since joining Demandbase in 2012, I've been committed to setting the product and corporate strategy for the company. Throughout my two-plus decade career, I've held various leadership positions, including managing world-class customer service and sales teams at IDG and other leading publishers. I received my BA in Comparative Literature and Russian Language and Literature from Brown University. Connect with Gabe Rogol Key takeaways - Purposeful Rebranding: Demandbase's rebrand isn't just cosmetic—it reflects a strategic shift to address evolving B2B needs. Gabe highlights the importance of aligning brand, product, and go-to-market strategy to better meet customer challenges. - Account-based GTM as a Strategic Approach: Gabe emphasizes that account-based go-to-market strategies should be treated as a C-suite initiative rather than a marketing tactic. This shift requires cross-functional alignment, especially between marketing and sales, to maximize account lifetime value. - Enhanced Data Strategy: Successful account-based approaches rely on robust data strategies. Gabe discusses how integrating various data sets—like intent, engagement, and firmographics—is essential to provide actionable insights and ensure alignment. - The Role of AI and Automation: AI-driven automation is key to the future of account-based strategies, reducing manual tasks and delivering actionable insights on audience targeting, messaging, and engagement across platforms, creating a more efficient and effective go-to-market approach. - Focus on High-Value Accounts: Demandbase's approach prioritizes identifying and aligning resources with accounts that offer the greatest potential lifetime value, shifting focus from broad lead generation to targeted engagement with the right customers. Quotes On Rebranding: “Rebranding isn't just a new look; it's a whole-company initiative. It's about understanding where our market is going and clarifying what we want to represent in this new era for Demandbase and the account-based go-to-market category.” On Strategic Alignment: “An account-based approach should be a C-level strategic initiative—not just a marketing tactic. Aligning sales, marketing, and operations around high-value accounts is essential for long-term success.” On Data and Intent: “Intent data is powerful, but it's just one piece of the puzzle. Real success comes from layering intent with technographic, firmographic, and engagement data to create a holistic, actionable view of target accounts.” On the Future of Account-Based Marketing: “We're entering a new phase focused on automation and insights. By delivering audience, message, and action insights across platforms, we're setting the stage for a more efficient and impactful go-to-market strategy.” On AI's Role: “AI has the potential to fulfill the true promise of account-based marketing by automating complex processes and delivering the insights teams need to focus on what really matters: driving value for high-impact accounts.” ⁠Connect with Gabe Rogol⁠ | Follow us on LinkedIn | Website

The Inner Development Goals organization (IDG) was developed in response to the fact that progress on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) isn't happening fast enough, and is based on the idea that inner development is needed to achieve a more sustainable future. In this episode of Bloomberg Intelligence's ESG Currents podcast, Jan Artem Henriksson, executive director of IDG, joins BI's director of ESG Research Eric Kane to discuss how the IDG framework was developed and the five dimensions and 23 skills that are included. They also chat about companies that are using IDGs and how the approach can help with progress on key topics, including diversity, equity and inclusion. For more insights, register here for BI ESG's Dec. 11 conference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this transformative episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast! As we celebrate World Menopause Day on October 18 and recognize October as Menopause Month, we delve into the empowering potential of menopause. Discover the empowering journey of navigating menopause with grace, ease, and joy as we challenge the often-negative narratives surrounding this natural phase of life. I'm fresh from the vibrant Life in the Pause Festival in New York City, an event that reimagines menopause, curated by my inspiring friends Monique Cupid and Dixie Lincoln-Nichols. In this episode we:Delve into the transformative experiences of Black women, highlighting how menopause can evolve into a powerful and joyful journey rather than a struggle. Offer insights, resources, and encouragement to reinvent your menopausal experience through community and connection - whether you're just noticing perimenopausal symptoms or are post-menopausal, Underscore the importance of being proactive and informed, advocating for yourself through conversations with friends, colleagues, and healthcare providers. Discover why hormone level testing and finding tailored solutions for symptoms are crucial, and how the "I Didn't Give Up" (IDG) award can symbolize your perseverance. Embrace the endless opportunities for reinvention that midlife presents, We can approach this life phase with empowerment and enthusiasm, not dread and anxiety.Mentioned in the Episode:Free Gift: Ready to think differently and enthusiastically about midlife reinvention? Menopause ushers in new possibilities for growth. Download my free guide, 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife, to kickstart your midlife reinvention ideas. Magic Mind: Give Magic Mind mental performance shots a try. Go to magicmind.com/rebels to save up to 40% off of your first subscription or 20% off a one-time order. Use code REBELS20 at checkout.Nnabi: Revolutionizing the way you experience perimenopause. Loving the show? Text us and let us know!

Jason Snell has released the 4th edition of Take Control of Photos for Take Control Books to cover the  most recent updates to the Photos app on all of Apple's operating systems. Jason explains why Photos has undergone more of a redesign than an upgrade, utilizing machine learning to help you do more than ever before with your photos. Also more unified than ever is the interface across Mac, iPhone, and iPad which helps in overcoming the resistance to adopting new features. Jason touches on how the improved search capabilities and  customizable collections enhance the user experience and utilization of photos.  This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Photos with Jason Snell 02:36 Evolution of the Photos App 06:23 Best Platforms for Managing Photos 08:00 Changes in iOS and iPadOS 16:39 Apple's New Collections Feature 20:28 Communicating Updates Effectively 28:18 Utilizing Your Photo Library Links: Take Control Books Guests: Jason Snell  is the founder and editor of SixColors. He was the lead editor for Macworld for more than a decade. For a couple of years he also oversaw editorial operations for PCWorld, and launched TechHive and Greenbot. All told he worked for IDG for 17 years and Ziff-Davis for three before that. That adds up to two decades of doing technology journalism and covering Apple at close range. During his time at Macworld, he covered every major Apple product release, including every version of OS X, the iPod, iPhone, and iPad, and much more. He has written breaking news, interviewed executives (including Steve Jobs), reviewed major products, written how-to articles, penned award-winning editorials, shot and edited videos, produced podcasts… you name it. He left IDG in 2014 to start SixColors. He also hosts a wide variety of podcasts, including The Incomparable, Clockwise, and Upgrade. You can follow him on Twitter.  Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web:      http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Our conversation with  Jason Snell about the 4th edition of Take Control of Photos for Take Control Books wraps up with a look at the power of the Photos app for users of all skill levels. Enhancements such as Photographic styles change the game by providing more post-capture options than ever before. Jason also covers getting more out of our photos by printing or making custom books and projects, and how that has become more of a focus in the latest version of Photos. (Part 2) This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Photos Control07:58 Exploring the Book's Approach to Photos16:18 The Impact of Photographic Styles20:50 Understanding Computational Photography24:55 Jason's Broader Endeavors and Insights Links: Take Control Books Guests: Jason Snell  is the founder and editor of SixColors. He was the lead editor for Macworld for more than a decade. For a couple of years he also oversaw editorial operations for PCWorld, and launched TechHive and Greenbot. All told he worked for IDG for 17 years and Ziff-Davis for three before that. That adds up to two decades of doing technology journalism and covering Apple at close range. During his time at Macworld, he covered every major Apple product release, including every version of OS X, the iPod, iPhone, and iPad, and much more. He has written breaking news, interviewed executives (including Steve Jobs), reviewed major products, written how-to articles, penned award-winning editorials, shot and edited videos, produced podcasts… you name it. He left IDG in 2014 to start SixColors. He also hosts a wide variety of podcasts, including The Incomparable, Clockwise, and Upgrade. You can follow him on Twitter.  Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:     http://macvoices.com      Twitter:     http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner     http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:     https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes     Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Our conversation with  Jason Snell about the 4th edition of Take Control of Photos for Take Control Books wraps up with a look at the power of the Photos app for users of all skill levels. Enhancements such as Photographic styles change the game by providing more post-capture options than ever before. Jason also covers getting more out of our photos by printing or making custom books and projects, and how that has become more of a focus in the latest version of Photos. (Part 2) Notion: This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Photos Control 07:58 Exploring the Book's Approach to Photos 16:18 The Impact of Photographic Styles 20:50 Understanding Computational Photography 24:55 Jason's Broader Endeavors and Insights Links: Take Control Books Guests: Jason Snell  is the founder and editor of SixColors. He was the lead editor for Macworld for more than a decade. For a couple of years he also oversaw editorial operations for PCWorld, and launched TechHive and Greenbot. All told he worked for IDG for 17 years and Ziff-Davis for three before that. That adds up to two decades of doing technology journalism and covering Apple at close range. During his time at Macworld, he covered every major Apple product release, including every version of OS X, the iPod, iPhone, and iPad, and much more. He has written breaking news, interviewed executives (including Steve Jobs), reviewed major products, written how-to articles, penned award-winning editorials, shot and edited videos, produced podcasts… you name it. He left IDG in 2014 to start SixColors. He also hosts a wide variety of podcasts, including The Incomparable, Clockwise, and Upgrade. You can follow him on Twitter.  Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

We are celebrating International Day of the Girl Child (IDG) on October 11. This year's theme is ‘Girls' Vision of the Future'. Head Girl Ashley E. Remer interviews researcher Özlem Lakatos about her work on girls' and children's rights and the importance of the IDG. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/girlspeak/support

Jason Snell has released the 4th edition of Take Control of Photos for Take Control Books to cover the  most recent updates to the Photos app on all of Apple's operating systems. Jason explains why Photos has undergone more of a redesign than an upgrade, utilizing machine learning to help you do more than ever before with your photos. Also more unified than ever is the interface across Mac, iPhone, and iPad which helps in overcoming the resistance to adopting new features. Jason touches on how the improved search capabilities and  customizable collections enhance the user experience and utilization of photos.  Notion This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Photos with Jason Snell 02:36 Evolution of the Photos App 06:23 Best Platforms for Managing Photos 08:00 Changes in iOS and iPadOS 16:39 Apple's New Collections Feature 20:28 Communicating Updates Effectively 28:18 Utilizing Your Photo Library Links: Take Control Books Guests: Jason Snell  is the founder and editor of SixColors. He was the lead editor for Macworld for more than a decade. For a couple of years he also oversaw editorial operations for PCWorld, and launched TechHive and Greenbot. All told he worked for IDG for 17 years and Ziff-Davis for three before that. That adds up to two decades of doing technology journalism and covering Apple at close range. During his time at Macworld, he covered every major Apple product release, including every version of OS X, the iPod, iPhone, and iPad, and much more. He has written breaking news, interviewed executives (including Steve Jobs), reviewed major products, written how-to articles, penned award-winning editorials, shot and edited videos, produced podcasts… you name it. He left IDG in 2014 to start SixColors. He also hosts a wide variety of podcasts, including The Incomparable, Clockwise, and Upgrade. You can follow him on Twitter.  Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Today, we are learning from Laila Martins. Laila is passionate about creating a regenerative and thriving future for everyone, including both humans and the more-than-human world. As the founder of RegenBeings, she helps organizations and networks embrace regenerative practices that lead to real, lasting change. Laila's work is all about transforming the way organizations operate and encouraging innovation that benefits both people and the planet. She uses the Inner Development Goals (IDG) framework to guide organizations toward meeting the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, making environmental progress feel achievable and meaningful. With a rich background in International Relations, Sustainable Development, and Circular Economy, Laila has led impactful global sustainability projects and helped shape strategies for multinational companies. Her journey has taken her across Brazil, the U.S., and Germany, and she now uses her diverse experiences to design solutions that make a difference both in the Global South and the Global North. Laila's work focuses on nurturing the regenerative being within each of us, inspiring radical collaboration and life-centered innovation for a more desirable future. Let's get started... In this conversation with Laila Martins, I learned: 00:00 Intro 02:55 What is holding us back, is our being. 05:10 The responsibility of Ai experts and the relationship to inner development. 07:45 What do you want your legacy to be? 09:30 The generative conflict with her love for technology. 11:00 Technology is perpetuating a lot of the issues and life on earth as we know it. At the same time Ai can be a solution for identifying solutions for climate change. 12:30 We need Ai to solve the climate issues and in the hands of good people. 17:40 The first prompts in Ai felt like magic came from technology for Laila. 18:35 We need to stop negotiating climate change. 19:20 As a species we are not prepared to handle climate change, allowing ourselves to make selfish decisions. 20:30 Get human sentiment outside of our decision-making process and where technology can help us. 21:35 Practical explanation of the inner development part of the sessions with the Ai experts. 27:25 IDG practices that Laila uses herself. 29:35 This is how organisations and companies work with the being domain. 30:50 We need to forgive the individual and hold the collective accountable. 31:20 Change the culture by changing the behavior as an individual, and enough individuals getting together, but we can't blame the individual that is not changing. 34:20 How could the inner development goals serve your city? More about Laila Martins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laila-martins/  https://www.regenbeings.com/ (from Sustainability to Regeneration) https://www.youtube.com/@RegenLaila https://youtu.be/r6tAsa2Aj7Y Resources we mention: Inner Development Goals The Caux IDG Forum https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sp6hfWZemr0 (IDG Caux Forum review) The talk of Laila at the Caux Inner Development Goals forum Tatjana Wittig - Executive lead for AICC GUIDE at Deutsche Telekom Shifting baseline syndrome Het begin van alles #boekencast afl 63 - The dawn of everything book Decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) Saving Us - Katherine Hayhoe (book) Autokorrektur - Katja Diehl Video of the conversation with Laila Martins https://youtu.be/wNIozVEC85I Watch the conversation here https://youtu.be/wNIozVEC85I

We often equate “governance” and “compliance” with slow, laborious processes but what if governance in change leadership is about doing the necessary legwork to make large-scale transformations actually succeed? Join Ani Shehigian, Chief Transformation Officer at IDG, and Nellie Wartoft as they talk governance, steering committees, and leading strategic initiatives to the finish line. Connect with:Nellie WartoftCEO of TigerhallChair of the Executive Council for Leading Change (ECLC)nellie@tigerhall.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nelliewartoft/ www.tigerhall.com Music:Breathe by RYGO | https://soundcloud.com/francesco-rigolonEverything You Need Is By Your Side by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In March 2024, the Australian Senate resolved that the Select Committee on Adopting Artificial Intelligence (AI) be established to inquire into and report on the opportunities and impacts for Australia arising out of the uptake of AI technologies in Australia. The committee intends to report to the Parliament on or before 19 September 2024.More than 40 Australian AI experts made a joint submission to the Inquiry. The submission from Australians for AI Safety calls for the creation of an AI Safety Institute. “Australia has yet to position itself to learn from and contribute to growing global efforts. To achieve the economic and social benefits that AI promises, we need to be active in global action to ensure the safety of AI systems that approach or surpass human-level capabilities.” “Too often, lessons are learned only after something goes wrong. With AI systems that might approach or surpass human-level capabilities, we cannot afford for that to be the case.”This session has gathered experts and specialists in their field to discuss best practice alignment of AI applications and utilisation to safety and cybersecurity requirements. This includes quantum computing which is set to revolutionise sustainability, cybersecurity, ML, AI and many optimisation problems that classic computers can never imagine. In addition, we will also get briefed on: OWASP Top 10 for Large Language Model Applications; shedding light on the specific vulnerabilities LLMs face, including real world examples and detailed exploration of five key threats addressed using prompts and responses from LLMs; Prompt injection, insecure output handling, model denial of service, sensitive information disclosure, and model theft; How traditional cybersecurity methodologies can be applied to defend LLMs effectively; and How organisations can stay ahead of potential risks and ensure the security of their LLM-based applications.PanelistsDr Mahendra SamarawickramaDirector | Centre for Sustainable AIDr Mahendra Samarawickrama (GAICD, MBA, SMIEEE, ACS(CP)) is a leader in driving the convergence of Metaverse, AI, and Blockchain to revolutionize the future of customer experience and brand identity. He is the Australian ICT Professional of the Year 2022 and a director of The Centre for Sustainable AI and Meta61. He is an Advisory Council Member of Harvard Business Review (HBR), a Committee Member of the IEEE AI Standards, an Expert in AI ethics and governance at the Global AI Ethics Institute (GAIEI), a member of the European AI Alliance, a senior member of IEEE (SMIEEE), an industry Mentor in the UNSW business school, an honorary visiting scholar at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), and a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD).Ser Yoong GohHead of Compliance | ADVANCE.AI | ISACA Emerging Trends Working GroupSer Yoong is a seasoned technology professional who has held various roles with multinational corporations, consulting and also SMEs from various industries. He is recognised as a subject matter expert in the areas of cybersecurity, audit, risk and compliance from his working experience, having held various certifications and was also recognised as one of the Top 30 CSOs in 2021 from IDG. Shannon DavisPrincipal Security Strategist | Splunk SURGeShannon hails from Melbourne, Australia. Originally from Seattle, Washington, he has worked in a number of roles: a video game tester at Nintendo (Yoshi's Island broke his spirit), a hardware tester at Microsoft (handhelds have come a long way since then), a Windows NT admin for an early security startup and one of the first Internet broadcast companies, along with security roles for companies including Juniper and Cisco. Shannon enjoys getting outdoors for hikes and traveling.Greg SadlerCEO | Good Ancestors PolicyGreg Sadler is also CEO of Good Ancestors Policy, a charity that develops and advocates for Australian-specific policies aimed at solving this century's most challenging problems. Greg coordinates Australians for AI Safety and focuses on how Australia can help make frontier AI systems safe. Greg is on the board of a range of charities, including the Alliance to Feed the Earth in Disasters and Effective Altruism Australia. Lana TikhomirovPhD Candidate, Australian Institute for Machine Learning, University of AdelaideLana is a PhD Candidate in AI safety for human decision-making, focussed on medical AI. She has a background in cognitive science and uses bioethics and knowledge about algorithms to understand how to approach AI for high-risk human decisionsChris CubbageDirector - MYSECURITY MEDIA | MODERATORFor more information and the full series visit https://mysecuritymarketplace.com/security-risk-professional-insight-series/

How have federal regulatory changes reshaped the role of hospice medical directors from mere formalities to key players in patient care and organizational leadership? Join Jennifer Kennedy and our esteemed guest, Dr. Daniel Maison, as we unpack the historical "three S's" and explore the significant transformations driven by CMS regulations. You'll gain valuable insights into the evolving responsibilities of hospice medical directors, highlighting their integral contributions to both operational and clinical aspects within hospice organizations.Tune in to discover practical strategies for engaging medical directors in leadership roles and optimizing interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings. Dr. Maison shares his expert advice on creating a collaborative environment that values physicians' contributions, prevents burnout, and fosters continuous education. Learn how to leverage physicians' expertise for educational opportunities and involve them in decision-making processes to enhance patient care and drive organizational growth. This episode promises a comprehensive look at the enhanced recognition and vital role of hospice medical directors in today's healthcare landscape.Visit our websiteConnect with us - LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, FacebookMake Lives Better

When CMOs invest in growing their people, they grow their impact. And with the right coaching strategies in place, they ensure their teams not only keep pace with industry changes, but also drive innovation and set new standards. In this illuminating episode, join host Drew Neisser as he welcomes three exceptional CMOs to share their insights on nurturing high-performing teams: Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek of IDG (previously CMO of Skillsoft)  Katie McAdams of Basis Technologies  Marni Carmichael of Image Source, Inc.  Discover how these leaders foster a culture of continuous learning, provide meaningful feedback, and adapt to the challenges of remote work. From creating individualized career paths to measuring employee satisfaction, our guests reveal their strategies for unlocking team potential and driving innovation. Key topics include: Building a feedback-rich environment  Balancing hard skills with essential 'power skills'  Adapting coaching methods for the hybrid workplace  Incorporating learning and development into recruiting strategies  Measuring the impact of talent development initiatives By championing continuous improvement, CMOs lay the groundwork for dynamic and forward-thinking teams. Tune in for a masterclass in talent development from some of B2B marketing's brightest minds!   For full show notes and transcripts, visit https://renegade.com/podcasts/ To learn more about CMO Huddles, visit https://cmohuddles.com/

SUMMARY In this month's episode of The SpokenWeb Podcast, ShortCuts is taking over the airwaves. ShortCuts is the monthly minisode that takes you on a deep dive into archival sound through a short ‘cut' of audio. In this fifth season, ShortCuts producer Katherine McLeod has been presenting a series of live conversations recorded at the 2023 SpokenWeb Symposium – and in this full episode, we're rolling out the last of those recordings. You'll hear from Moynan King, Erica Isomura and Rémy Bocquillon. You'll also hear the voices of our then-supervising producer Kate Moffatt and our then-sound designer Miranda Eastwood, who was there behind-the-scenes recording the audio and who joins in the conversations too.  Listening is at the heart of each conversation, and each conversation ends with the question: What are you listening to now? That ends up being quite an eclectic playlist and do check the Show Notes below for links. If you like what you hear, check out the rest of Season Five of ShortCuts for conversations with Jennifer Waits, Brian Fauteaux, and XiaoXuan Huang. And, of course, this month's episode with the longest ShortCuts yet: “ShortCuts Live! Talking about Listening with Moynan King, Erica Isomura, and Rémy Bocquillon.”*SHOW NOTES TRACE at Theatre Passe MurailleSteve Roach, Quiet Music 1False Knees, Montreal-based graphic artist drawing birds talkingÉliane RadigueKishi Bashi, “Manchester.” (Did you catch that this song is about writing a novel and Erica had just talked about novels? Not to mention the bird references. There are many more Kishi Bashi songs to listen to, but linking this since we played a clip from this one in the episode for these serendipitous reasons!) *BIOS Moynan King Moynan King is a performer, director, curator, writer, and scholar. She was the recipient of a 2020 Canadian Screen Award for her writing on CBC's Baroness von Sketch Show on which she also made regular appearances as an actor. She is the author of six plays, and the creator of many performances including TRACE with Tristan Whiston. Moynan was the co-founder and director of the Hysteria Festival, the co-director of the Rhubarb! Festival (for four years), and has been the curator of multiple cabaret events including Cheap Queers. As an Assistant Artistic Director and Associate Artist at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre for a total nine years, they developed such works as The Beauty Salon and Bathory among many others. Moynan holds a PhD in Theatre and Performance Studies from York University. Her critical writing on theatre and performance is widely published and they are the editor of Queer Performance: Women and Trans Artists (CTR 149), Queer/Play: An Anthology of Queer Women's Performance and Plays, and co-editor of Sound & Performance (CTR 184) with Megan Johnson. As of September 2022, Moynan will be post-doctoral fellow at the University of Western Ontario working with Dr. Spy Dénommé-Welch on a sound-based research project entitled Queer Resonance.Erica IsomuraBorn and raised on the west coast, Erica H Isomura is a poet, essayist, and multi-disciplinary artist, exploring graphic forms and mixed-media art. Her work speaks to a complex relationship with land, politics, and yonsei 四世 Japanese and diasporic Cantonese identity. Erica's writing has appeared in Canadian literary and independent magazines, including ArtsEverywhere.ca, ROOM Magazine, Briarpatch, The Tyee, XtraMagazine.com, The Fiddlehead, Vallum, and carte blanche, among others. In 2023, Erica was artist-in-residence at The Blue Cabin Floating Artist Residency in Steveston Village, BC. Erica is a recipient of ROOM magazine's Emerging Writer Award and won first prize in Briarpatch's Writing In The Margins contest for creative non-fiction. Erica currently resides in Tkarón:to/Toronto, ON. https://ericahiroko.ca/Rémy BocquillonRémy Bocquillon is a Postdoctoral researcher and Lecturer in Sociology at the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt, Germany. His research interests revolve around epistemic practices bridging the gap between arts, science, and philosophy, which he explores through his own creative work as a sound artist and musician. His latest projects include the publication of his book “Sound Formations. Towards a sociological thinking-with sounds” and the sound installation “Activating Space | Prehending the City”.https://remybocquillon.eu/*Kate Moffatt (interviewer) is a PhD student in the Department of English at Simon Fraser University. Her research interests include British Romanticism, women's authorship, walking and pedestrianism, and print culture. She is the former supervising producer of The SpokenWeb Podcast, and she is the current co-host of The WPHP Monthly Mercury podcast.Miranda Eastwood (sound recording) is a game writer and interdisciplinary artist based in Montréal. Miranda holds a master's degree in English Literature and Creative Writing at Concordia University, where they passionately pursued works of many forms, including the development of a radio drama, several ongoing comics, and the release of a full-length audiobook, and made audio as the sound designer for The SpokenWeb Podcast. https://mirandaeastwood.com/Katherine McLeod (producer) is an Assistant Professor, Limited Term Appointment, in the Department of English at Concordia University. She is the principal investigator for her SSHRC-funded IDG project “Literary Radio: Developing New Methods of Audio Research.” She has co-edited with Jason Camlot a recent special issue of English Studies in Canada, “New Sonic Approaches in Literary Studies.” She co-hosts The SpokenWeb Podcast and produces ShortCuts as a series for the podcast feed.

New Zealand's tech industry continues to grow.  It's the second fastest growing industry in the country, the tech industry being a quickly growing industry across the world.  Pat Kenealy, former Global CEO of IDG and Partner at Ridge Ventures, is a venture capitalist.  A venture capitalist takes capital from institutional investors such as pension funds and insurance companies and invests that money into what they consider to be the most interesting or fastest growing opportunities in order to make a return.  He told Mike Hosking that some VCs invest in ideas, some in financial progression, and some in individuals, but in the end all are looking for financial return.  However, Kenealy said, the difficulty comes in sifting through the hundreds of ideas to find the few winners among them.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Heather Holst-Knudsen Heather has deep roots in B2B, having grown up in Thomas Publishing Company, Miller Freeman, Reed Elsevier, and IDG. Heather also has extensive experience with SaaS and event tech. She is a recognized expert and partner with years of leadership and operating experience in the industries she serves. Heather founded H2K Labs, which helps clients generate financial returns from data. In this episode, Heather into the critical role of data outside the CRM in understanding customer behavior and forecasting. She emphasizes the need to curate and blend CRM and external data for a single source of "revenue truth," focusing on essential KPIs for stakeholders. Heather introduces Insightify, a tech-enabled platform for data intelligence in complex business models, and stresses the importance of validated data for setting KPIs and improving sales operations. The episode also explores leveraging data to coach salespeople based on individual strengths and weaknesses, enhancing overall sales performance. Heather discusses the significance of first-party data strategies for media and event companies and strategies to enable event exhibitors to buy. Throughout, she provides valuable insights into data-driven strategies for customer retention and revenue growth. Welcome to Scale Your Sales Podcast, Heather Holst-Knudsen. Timestamps: 00:00 – Enhancing Sales with Data-Driven Strategies   05:59 – Sales approach shifts to focus on data.   08:34 – Using data can improve sales performance greatly.   10:05 – Maximizing CRM data for accurate forecasting.   13:30 – Understanding industry's black box through predictive data.   16:41 – Utilize data to train sales teams effectively.   21:44 – First party data strategies crucial for media.   23:47 – Monetizing audience subscriptions and events effectively. https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherholstknudsen/ https://twitter.com/h2klabs   Janice B Gordon is the award-winning Customer Growth Expert and Scale Your Sales Framework founder. She is by LinkedIn Sales 15 Innovating Sales Influencers to Follow 2021, the Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Customer Experience Nov 2020 and 150 Women B2B Thought Leaders You Should Follow in 2021. Janice helps companies worldwide to reimagine revenue growth through customer experience and sales.   Book Janice to speak virtually at your next event: https://janicebgordon.com    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janice-b-gordon/       Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaniceBGordon    Scale Your Sales Podcast: https://scaleyoursales.co.uk/podcast      More on the blog: https://scaleyoursales.co.uk/blog    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janicebgordon       Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScaleYourSal...          

Interview – Aaron McDonald, CEO and co-founder of Futureverse. We'll talk XRP, Root Network, Readyverse, Altered State Machine, JEN, and AI -------------------------------- *Aaron McDonald* With over 20 years of experience in the technology industry as a serial entrepreneur, Aaron McDonald has managed portfolios exceeding $1 billion in revenue. An innovator and visionary, he has led the way from the telecommunications market to the cutting-edge realm of Web3, consistently staying ahead of the curve. As a Co-Founder of multiple influential companies, including Futureverse, Centrality, Non-Fungible Labs, and Altered State Machine, as well as a General Partner at NetX Ventures and D64 Ventures, Aaron McDonald has spearheaded some of the largest NFT collections and most innovative blockchain and web3 technologies available today. Recently, Aaron co-founded Readyverse Studios alongside Ernest Cline (author of Ready Player One), Dan Farah (producer of Ready Player One), and Shara Senderoff. In 2019, Aaron received two notable recognitions: he was named Ernst & Young's Technology Entrepreneur of the Year, and IDG listed him among the Top 50 Technology Leaders. -------------------------------- *FOLLOW ON X*: Aaron McDonald: https://twitter.com/aaronmcdnz Futureverse: https://twitter.com/futureverse The Root Network: https://twitter.com/therootnetwork Altered State Machine: https://twitter.com/altstatemachine Readyverse: https://twitter.com/TheReadyverse *WEB* Futureverse: https://www.futureverse.com/platform The Root Network: https://www.therootnetwork.com Readyverse: https://www.readyverse.com Altered State Machine: https://www.alteredstatemachine.xyz Gods and Goblins: https://godsandgoblins.com JEN AI music: https://www.jenmusic.ai READ Evolving ASM: The Metaverse AI Protocol: https://www.futureverse.com/research/evolving-asm-the-metaverse-ai-protocol -------------------------------- *SUPPORT ON THE CHAIN* -------------------------------- *GET A BADASS YETIS NFT* At XRP.cafe with XRP https://otc.one/mint At Supermojo with a credit card https://otc.one/supermojo GET BADASS YETIS COFFEE https://otc.one/BadassYetisBrew -------------- JOIN THE CHANNEL https://otc.one/join OTC MERCH https://onthechain.shop Support ON THE CHAIN https://otc.one/support ------------------- *ON THE CHAIN* ------------------- SUBSCRIBE TO THE OTC PODCAST: https://otc.one/podcast On The Web: https://onthechain.io Follow OTC on Twitter: https://otc.one/otc Join On The Chain Community on Twitter https://twitter.com/i/communities/1599435678995062788 -------------- *JEFF* Follow Jeff on Twitter: https://otc.one/jeff -------------- *CHIP* Follow Chip on Twitter: https://otc.one/chip Listen to Chip's music http://nojoyyet.com​ -------------- *DISCLAIMER:* _All opinions expressed by content contributors that appear on OTC are solely expressing their opinions and do not reflect the views of OTC, its affiliates, or sponsors. Content contributors may have previously disseminated information on a social media platform, website, or another medium such as a podcast, television, or radio. OTC, Content Contributors, Affiliates, or Sponsors are not obligated to update or correct any information. The content contributors are sharing the information which they believe to be reliable. OTC, its affiliates, or sponsors cannot guarantee the accuracy of the opinion shared, and viewers, readers, and listeners should not rely on it. Opinions expressed are not financial advice. Please consult a licensed financial advisor before making any financial decisions. You must research before you invest in anything. Do not invest based on what someone else is doing or not doing or based on other people's opinions. #XRP #Ripple #cryptocurrency #news

In this episode of The Evolving Leader podcast, host Jean Gomes talks to Greg Satell. Greg is a Lecturer at Wharton, accomplished entrepreneur (Co-Founder of ChangeOS, a transformation & change advisory), global executive and one of the foremost experts on transformation and change today. Greg is the author of Cascades: How to Create a Movement that Drives Transformational Change (2019) and Mapping Innovation (2017) and his work has appeared in Harvard Business Review, Barron's, Forbes, Inc., Fast Company amongst others. IDG have listed Greg as one of “10 Digital Transformation Influencers to Follow Today.”  Referenced during this episode:Cascades: How to Create a Movement That Drives Transformational Change Other reading from Jean Gomes and Scott Allender:Leading In A Non-Linear World (J Gomes, 2023)The Enneagram of Emotional Intelligence (S Allender, 2023)Social:Instagram           @evolvingleaderLinkedIn             The Evolving Leader PodcastTwitter               @Evolving_LeaderYouTube           @evolvingleader The Evolving Leader is researched, written and presented by Jean Gomes and Scott Allender with production by Phil Kerby. It is an Outside production.

In this week's episode, I chatted with Dr. Renée Lertzman, a renowned psychological researcher shaping climate change action through psychology and sustainability. We discussed the theme 'Becoming' and its impact on societal shifts towards sustainable practices and also explored the transformative power of personal change for a more humane business world and the vital role of community in this journey. Renée shared challenges faced by leaders guiding transformations and her nuanced approach to caring in Humane Marketing. In this episode, Renée and I talk about: How do personal transformations contribute to a better, more humane business world for everyone? Why is being part of a community important for personal and collective positive transformations? What challenges do leaders face when guiding others through transformative journeys? In Humane Marketing, caring means more than just concern. Renee explains her approach to caring. And more insights for our listeners who are Changemakers before they are marketers Sarah: [00:00:00] Hello, Humane Marketers. Welcome back to the Humane Marketing Podcast, the place to be for the generation of marketers that cares. This is a show where we talk about running your business in a way that feels good to you, is aligned with your values, and also resonates with today's conscious customers because it's humane, ethical, and non pushy. I'm Sarah Zanacroce, your hippie turned business coach for quietly rebellious entrepreneurs and marketing impact pioneers. Mama bear of the humane marketing circle and renegade author of marketing like we're human and selling like we're human. If after listening to the show for a while, you're ready to move on to the next level and start implementing and would welcome a community of like minded, quietly rebellious entrepreneurs who discuss with transparency what Works and what doesn't work in business, then we'd love to welcome you in our humane marketing circle. If you're picturing your [00:01:00] typical Facebook group, let me paint a new picture for you. This is a closed community of like minded entrepreneurs from all over the world who come together once per month in a zoom circle workshop to hold each other accountable and build their business in a sustainable way. We share with transparency and vulnerability, what works for us and what doesn't work. So that you can figure out what works for you instead of keep throwing spaghetti on the wall and seeing what sticks. Find out more at humane. marketing forward slash circle. And if you prefer one on one support from me, my humane business coaching could be just what you need. Whether it's for your marketing, sales, general business building, or help with your big idea like writing a book, I'd love to share my brain and my heart with you together with my almost 15 years business experience. experience and help you grow a sustainable business that is joyful and sustainable. If you love this [00:02:00] podcast, wait until I show you my mama bear qualities as my one on one client. You can find out more at humane. marketing forward slash coaching. And finally, if you are a marketing impact pioneer and would like to bring humane marketing to your organization, have a look at my offers and workshops on my website at humane. Dot marketing. Hello and welcome back Humane Marketers to this last episode in 2023. Today I'm speaking to Rene Lertzmann about the P of personal power. If you're a regular here and you've been with me all of this time this year, you know that I'm organizing the conversations around the seven P's of the Humane Marketing Mandala. And if this is your first time here and you don't know what I'm talking about, you can download your one page marketing [00:03:00] plan with the Humane Marketing version of the seven P's of Marketing at humane. That's the number one and the word page and this comes with seven email prompts to really help you reflect on these different P's for your business. It really is that one page marketing plan where you. Reflect deeply about all the different P's in your business. Today's conversation, as I said, fits under the P of personal power. And I speak to Renee Lertzman about the topic of becoming. So let me tell you a bit more about Dr. Renee Lertzman. She's an internationally recognized psychological researcher and thought leader. Working to make an impact on climate change with tools that organizations can use to engage, mobilize, and connect with diverse populations. By blending scientific approaches into strategies that will be [00:04:00] impactful on the environmental challenges, Rene shows that combining the disciplines of psychological Psychology with environmental science can aid in the path of big changes. A native of Northern California, Renée has had more than 20 years of experience as a pioneer, bridging psychological research and sustainability. She integrates behavioral social Social and Innovative Design Sciences to Create a Dynamic Approach to Social Change. She holds a Master's Degree in Environmental Communications from the University of North Carolina and a PhD from the Cardiff School of Social Sciences at Cardiff University, UK. In our conversation today, we talked about how do personal transformations contribute to a better, more humane business world for everyone? Why is being part of a community important for personal [00:05:00] and collective positive transformations? What challenges do leaders face when guiding others through this transformative journey? In humane marketing, caring means more than just concern. And Renee explains to us her approach to caring. And there's also more insights for our listeners who are change makers before they are marketers. So let's dive in and listen to this episode with Renee Lertzmann. Hi, Renee. So good to have you here. Thank you so much for joining us on the Humane Marketing Podcast. Good Renee: to be here. Thank Sarah: you. Um, um, yeah, humane marketing and becoming, uh, all of these topics that you talk about in your work are very much in line with what we're talking about here, this idea of marketing from within. Um, so really starting with ourselves. So, [00:06:00] um, how do you see these personal transformations on this? Individual level, then translating into something that is bigger, you know, that is part of the collective and maybe even the business part, um, let's dive right in there. Renee: It's a small question. Um, well, that's a profound question that I experienced to be, uh. You know, innately, it takes me into the terrain of psychology, which is, you know, obviously my training and my background, um, which is the, the psyche. Um, how do we, um, process, you know, uh, information, our experiences in ways that. Um, can support our ability to act in new and different ways. Um, so I guess I would just say that [00:07:00] there and I mentioned this in my Ted talk where, um, there's no way around it. You know, that there's no way around the inner and the outer and I remember giving the talk on stage and ad libbing a little bit, which you're not supposed to, but I remember making this statement that said, basically, um, our inner world and our inner life is directly influencing how we are in the world and what we do. And then I made this comment, I'm sorry, but there's no way around it. And that is to say, you know, we'd like to think that we can do a lot of work in the world, um, you know, by focusing on our actions or, you know, um, our tactics, our strategy, but in actuality, as you know, um, everything we do is an expression of our [00:08:00] inner world and ourself, which is obviously influenced by, You know, um, our social context, our geography, our demographic, our personal biography, our circumstances, our proclivities, our personality, um, our inherent kind of essence, all of that is, is coming together. Um, and the work, you know, the, the, the work in the world of, you know, ushering in and supporting life. Affirming and life supportive systems for the planet. Um, I see relying on our ability as human beings to, um, level up to, to become more conscious, to become more, um, capable of coming from a place of intention and choice versus unconscious [00:09:00] habits. Defaults, um, fear, you know, all of that. So my reframe that I encourage is that the circumstances that we're facing in our world is an opportunity. It's an invitation and in a lot of ways, a requirement for us as human beings to, uh, evolve. Um, and, and by that, I mean, really, really evolve into our, like, higher selves, our highest good, the higher part. That humans are capable of, that's how I see it. So, you know, unless we put attention and intention to our own wounds, our own trauma, our own, um, stuff that each human being has, we all have it, you know, there, there, [00:10:00] those that has to be side by side with how you show up with a team as a leader, with your marketing strategy. Because if there's, you know, whatever is there will come through. So if I'm coming from a place that I've learned the hard way, if I am coming from a place of fear, of, um, you know, anxiety, of depth, of scarcity. Even a beautifully designed campaign somehow that will come through and so it's sort of on me to practice diligence around that. Yeah, I love Sarah: that. And you work a lot in the sustainability field and that applies there, right? That you have to first do this inner work in order to then help the other and help. [00:11:00] Organizations, you know, pay more attention to climate crisis and et cetera. Um, and it applies like you just demonstrated also in a business and marketing sense, because when I 1st looked at marketing, um. Well, when I had my own little crisis and said, well, I can't do this anymore. There's just no integrity in this. Um, I looked at how marketing is usually presented as something outwards, right? It's out there and you just have to somehow fit into that mold in order to be that person that you're supposed to be, um, in this marketing realm. And, and that I just realized, well, that is not working for me anymore. It has to be, uh, according to who I am and my worldview and my values. And so the kind of like the, the consciousness that, um, needs to evolve is also needs to happen on the marketing, [00:12:00] um, side. Especially because I think so much that we see out there is, you know, people have gotten such a bad experience with marketing. Everything is lies. We can't trust a marketer. And so the people who are then kind of went to authentic marketing. Uh, we still realized, well, not everything that they say is authentic marketing was actually authentic because they hadn't done that in their work, right? So it, it really, I see these parallels between also what you talk about this anxiety and scarcity. Well, yeah, if we come from this scarcity mindset that we feel like, well, there's not enough, I need to hustle to get these clients, clients feel it. Renee: Right. Yeah, absolutely. Yeah. Yeah. That's where the inner work comes in. You don't, you can't just will yourself or say, okay, I'm going to not do that anymore. You have to really, um, cultivate the conditions somehow [00:13:00] to, to, um, Explore and be with what is happening for you and ideally have support, some resourcing to do that. Um, the only thing I would just say is I don't think it's like we have to do the inner work first before we do work in the world. It's it's it's they, they are inseparable and I get kind of tired of this, you know, binary, well, binaries in general are still very alive and active out there. Right. Hope versus despair. Um, you know, inner versus outer. Um, it's, it's like, that's just not how reality is. And so when, when people, when our stakes are high and we're under stress, that's precisely when we tend to go into binary thinking. Right. And so it's just important to recognize that. Um, it's not the inner or the [00:14:00] outer. It's not inter first, then outer, you know, and again, this goes back to what we already know, whether you look at neuroscience or whether you look at trauma research, or whether you look at contemplative practice, um, that it's, it's, there's a lot of healing that is available. By the act of doing and, and engaging with some sort of practice, like writing something or doing something in the community or launching a business. Right? That's literally grist for the mill for our learning and practice and development. So, you know, me doing my work with clients, you know, it's, it's an opportunity to grow always. It's a, it's a. That that is the work that is the practice, you know, Sarah: I feel like oftentimes the people who come to me, they had to go through the things that are not working for them in order to figure out, well, this is not working for me [00:15:00] anymore. And so now I'm ready for a different way. Yeah, I feel that's often the case Renee: right that's what that is the human experience I think. Yeah, there's just no shortcuts. Yeah, it's like literally learning by what isn't working and paying attention to this isn't feeling good This isn't working for me. Okay. Now, what does that mean? What do I want to do about that? I could stay there or I can you know get in touch with where my desire is where my Joy is where I feel Energy and called towards, but we can only get there. Unfortunately, by the pain of this is not feeling good. This is not working. I'm having a crisis. I need to leave my job. I need to quit this industry. I might need to move countries, you know, I'm, I'm like, like, there's usually people get to a certain point where they're just like. The, the misalignment is too big for me to tolerate right [00:16:00] now, or I have to leave a relationship who, you know, a lot of people are in partnerships where maybe they've come to a place of awakening and the partner or family member isn't there, you know, like that's very real and that happens a lot too. So, you know, I'm, I'm just normalizing. The experience of, oh, this isn't working. Okay. Then what do I need to do differently? And what will support me? Because it's really important. People. Recognize we need support. Um, Sarah: exactly. Let's talk about the support because I remember when I 1st went through my breakdown. I didn't feel like there was people who understood what I was trying to do and what I was even talking about. They're like, what's wrong with marketing? Marketing is fine. You know, this is just how business works. Business is business. And, and I'm like, well, it doesn't have to be, but I didn't feel [00:17:00] like any, anybody understood. Right. Yeah. And so that makes you feel very lonely and wrong. You're constantly questioning yourself. Yeah. And so then slowly. Yeah. I started to change my people. I'm like, okay, well this is not supporting me. Yeah. So, uh, and, and in that workshop that I just followed with you, um, it was a small group of women in change. Yeah. And you, at the be very beginning, you said, this is what matters. Small groups like this is what matters. Right. So, so yeah. What, what is the role of community in this transformation? Renee: Well, um, this is something I. I feel very strongly about and I am starting to write and focus on more and more. In fact, it might end up being my primary focus, which is the role of convening and curation. So my, you know, just to zoom back. I have a project called project inside out, which was started by a grant from the care foundation. [00:18:00] Um, and I was asked to put together some online tools and resources that take a lot of my work and kind of bring it together into some tools that anyone can access and use. And so, in doing that, I kind of formulated this idea that. What we need to be doing is guiding and not driving change. And so it's an attempt to do an intervention. And, um, and so we came up with these guiding principles of guiding, you know, and a, and a main, a primary role of that is to be a convener. And so I, um, the organizations, the clients I work with and more generally. You know, in my kind of work in the world, I'm, I'm basically telling people that if you are an organization, if you have a business, if you have an [00:19:00] enterprise, it's your role now to be more of a convener and together and to take that responsibility very seriously. And that means as a curator, you have to be also attentive to your own, what we were just talking about, like your own development, your own, um, integrity. Because when you're a convener, it's a responsibility, um, but my point is that, um, it's in the context of relationship and usually small groups that a lot of transformation can happen. And so, and I'm not, I didn't just sort of come up with this. This is like, incredibly well established. You know, there's a book called pro social that talks about the research, you know, like, in a very specific way. Like, if you have this number of people, you know, I think it's 8 to 12 people and you bring people together over [00:20:00] duration. Like, you know, we already kind of know this. And I was doing this work in 2001, um, an experiment. Using online dialogue where we put people into small groups online and kind of had them together over time. No facilitation, but we had a certain methodology where people, you know, introduce themselves and, you know, but the, that context was specifically about charged hot button issues, social issues, and it worked like amazingly people did not devolve into fighting because we created these conditions. That enabled people to really listen to each other and be, feel heard and learn and kind of have that exchange. So we already know a lot about what works. Um, so what I'm suggesting is we go back and look at what actually works. To support people through transformation that human societies have been doing since the beginning. [00:21:00] So, again, I'm not suggesting this is anything new. I'm saying that human wisdom practices and, you know, if you look at council, the council and indigenous cultures, and you look at circles and you look at, like, humans have had this practice of coming together in hard times, ideally. Not always it's how functional and healthy the society is to say, Hey, we need to look at what's going on. And then, like, people just naturally need to get together to kind of make sense, debate, argue, you know, have that kind of exchange that can support a different. Way or perspective, but you're also getting a lot of support. So, yeah, it's so Sarah: interesting. Um, if I may, um, just make the parallel again to the business and marketing world, right in business and marketing, everything we ever hear is go big, go scale or go home. And, you know, you need to be an [00:22:00] influencer and then numbers is what matters most. And, and so here you are saying, well, actually. No, not necessarily go back. You know, uh, small is beautiful. Um, more intimate, the deeper the connection. Yeah. And so that Renee: is scalable. It audio1097513299: is Sarah: scalable at the same time. Right? Yeah. Yeah. Renee: Like, I mean, people ask me, well, how do you scale this? It sounds very long and slow and relational. And I, Well, have you heard of the 12 step movement? I kind of think that's very successful and it's very, uh, talk about scale. It's completely global and the methodology is literally Holding space for people to come together and primarily just tell their stories with each other. And then, you know, you've got all the spiritual principles. It's very regimented. It's very structured, but I'm just saying, I'm not saying we all need to have [00:23:00] 12 step groups. I'm saying that small group interactions are scalable if you're a skillful convener. And so any company I'm working with. They're going to know I'm going to recommend this. It's not a surprise. It's sort of like, you know, if you bring someone in and have someone has their thing. It's like, okay, we know pretty much what's going to be recommended. Renee is going to say that. I'm going to say you need to approach your work in an organization by leveraging the people within it. To hold and facilitate small groups. Yeah, I love that. Train people and support people to learn the skills of convening small groups. Yeah. That to me is the number one skill right now that we are needing and that often people don't have. And, you know, if anyone listening is a facilitator, you know how hard it is. And how, uh, like [00:24:00] it really is. Um, a very, you know, nuanced kind of thing, uh, to learn and any, and I believe we can learn it, but in order to be a facilitator, it goes right back to how do we cultivate the capacity, you know, to really be present because the ability to hold space and be facilitator requires that you have to get out of your, you have to step back. You can't dominate. You know, we've all been in settings where people are like. Dominating, they're talking too much. Um, so, you know, that's, that's where I go with this is how do we foster, create the conditions for more people to connect with each other in more intimate ways, but also look at how we can scale that. Sarah: I love that. Yeah. I did a year long program called holding space and it really came from that idea of, well, how do you hold space for yourself? So [00:25:00] that was the first module of. I can't remember, four months or something. And then how do you hold space for others? And, and especially there was also a module, how do you hold space for grief, right? So, yeah. And so do you feel like we kind of met through the inner development goals? Um, do you feel those inner development goals skills help with this idea of holding space for Renee: others? Oh, definitely. Yeah. I mean, the IDG is a, you know, it's a very simple, elegant framework that I see as a reminder of what we need to be doing. Right. Uh, being, thinking, relating, acting and collaborating. So, you know, all of those are interrelated because in order to be a skillful collaborator, you need to have being in order to be a skillful thinker. You need, you know what I mean? They all kind of. Relate to 1 another, but, um, to me, the [00:26:00] power of the is mainly as a. In vocation to say, hey, we need to look at our skills as human beings, like how we from a developmental perspective and how you do that. It doesn't matter to me, you know, like, there can be a community literally in Nigeria, which I do know of, and they're doing all kinds of unbelievable work. That's strengthening people's capacity to show up, hold space, but they don't need to call it IDG, you know, it's like, it's basically human wisdom and human practice. Yeah, it really Sarah: is. There's one more topic I'd like to address and it's this idea of caring, um, in humane marketing. I say humane marketing is for the generation that cares for ourselves, our clients and the planet. So what does caring look like for you? Because you seem to have a bit of a nuanced way to caring and it obviously relates to [00:27:00] sustainability as well. So talk to us about caring. Renee: That's a great question. And it is the topic of the book I'm working on right now, which is literally called a field guide for people who care. I love that. So, you know, basically the way I approach care is, um, that care is, our care is a very fragile, it's very fragile and sensitive and sort of, you know, that, that each one of us as human beings. Have profound capacity to care about whatever, you know, about life, about other people, about ourselves, about, you know, animals or plants or, you know, like the expression of care. I think we need to, um, kind of unleash our. Limits on what care is, what isn't, what it [00:28:00] looks like. And the reason why is because I spent 30 years in the environmental sustainability and climate sector, hearing people around me constantly saying, Oh, well, people don't care because if they cared, they would do something about it. And I absolutely disagreed, but I didn't know why. And so that's why I ended up spending all this time doing research and, you know, interviewing people and all this stuff, because I. I suspected that wasn't accurate. And what I found through talking with lots of people around the world is obviously people care very deeply. And I don't care what your condition is. I mean, seriously, I don't care if you are living on the street and you, you are preoccupied with your own basic survival. As a human being, you care about being alive. You care about often, um, others and animals and, [00:29:00] you know, like, so there is a fundamental care that's there that is expressed. Some people care deeply about ocean reefs. Some people care deeply about a microbe. Some people care deeply about. Knitting, I'm just like, whatever, but my point is that if we feel like, you know, there's something that's interfering with our ability to express that care, we will retract it. We will pull it back in and it will kind of go underground or it will get trans trans. It'll get applied in other ways. Like people I would interview in the Midwest United States would tell me all the environmental issues. They cared very deeply about and then they would say, but there's not a whole lot. I can do about it. So I'm going to focus instead on my garden and my family and what I eat, you know, because those things I have control over right now. Does that mean. That that person doesn't care [00:30:00] about the, the water in the region. And so that's where I'm, what I'm saying. We've got to shift our, um, miss. About care, you know, that somehow if you care, you're going to do something about it. The question is, how do we. Unlock and kind of access people's care by affirming, yes, of course we see you and we know that you care very deeply. Now let's figure out how we can help you express that. That as a marketing strategy is the goal. That's it. That is the marketing strategy is literally, it is communicate with people as if they already care. Like that's it. There's my book. There's your campaign. Just go for it. Sarah: I love that. Yeah, it's not assuming nobody cares, but on the, on the opposite, it's assuming they care. And I guess also what you said is like, well, [00:31:00] figuring out what they deeply care about, because when I talk about the SDGs with in programs or things like that, I always say, well, Obviously, yes, they're all important topics, right? We can all agree to that, but not everybody, not each person cares about the same things very deeply. And so, you know, there is this difference also about what we care about, um, more than others. And so, um, yeah, figuring that out and talking to Renee: those ones. The movement has got to get more sophisticated and nuanced right as soon as possible because it's very simplistic right now, and I will just say, especially. Those working in marketing and brand strategy, no offense, but there's just a pervasive way of thinking and working. That's no longer appropriate for the time we're in now, which is that we've got to be more [00:32:00] nuanced and much more attuned. And much more relational to what people care about, why and how and, and just like go right there, which is again, bringing in that, like you just said, like, here's a menu of all the things going on in the world. It might be very overwhelming, but what do you feel most called to? Right. Okay. Well, if you feel called towards animals and their animal welfare, then great. It doesn't mean you don't care about everything else, but you know, it's like, let's. Honor where the energy is. Sarah: Yeah, it's human to want to relate on that human level and not be robots that like everything, right? That care about everything, right? Yeah, I can totally relate to that. Um, you also on your website talk about these, the three A's, which I believe are anxiety. Ambivalence, ambivalence and, and, um, aspiration is it right? So really finding out [00:33:00] what drives people, um, Renee: in their care. Yeah, exactly. Sarah: I, I, uh, I like that a lot. Yeah, Renee: powerful stuff. It's very useful for people who do work in, you know, marketing and brand strategy. Yeah. Sarah: I can't, can't wait for that book. So keep working. Thank Renee: you. Sarah: Wonderful. Well, any last words for people? I always say at the end of each episode, I say, you know, listeners, humane marketers are change makers before we are marketers. So any last words that you would like to share with the change makers that are listening? Renee: Um, Transcribed Well, 1, check out project inside out and my website. Um, so there's Renee Lertzman dot com and then there's project inside out has like tools and it's a little dated right now. So I just want to acknowledge that. Um, but I would check it out. And if you like it and are excited by it, you [00:34:00] know. Get in touch. Um, we're actually looking at how to evolve it into a program, like an actual, like you said, year long program. I would like to evolve it into a year long program for guiding change. Um, and my, my, I guess, you know, I would just say inviting people who identify as change makers to really identify as being guides. And what does it mean to be a guide and really learning about guiding, you know, that it's, you know, what, what does that involve? Um, and, and it's a more powerful way of showing up, but it's also takes a lot of the pressure off you because it's no longer all on you to try to get people to do anything. It's really about how do we enable guide partner. Kind of help contribute to the conditions for people to go there. And then the other thing I would just say is acknowledge that this work can be overwhelming and tiring and sometimes lonely. And [00:35:00] it's really important that. You get the support and connection that you need with nature, other people, whatever that is, um, is really important. Sarah: Yeah, thanks so much. I always have one last question and that is what are you grateful for today or this week, Renee? Renee: Um, I'm grateful that I have, you know, the ability to, you know, live in a place that is safe. And, um, there's nature and, um, yeah, I mean, I'm just grateful for really simple things right now. Mm-Hmm. Sarah: Yeah. Thanks so much for being here and being my guest. This was Renee: to Thank you, . Yeah. I'm grateful for you and for having this conversation. Thank you. Sarah: I hope you [00:36:00] enjoyed this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it with Renée and got some great value from listening in. You can find out more about Renée and her work at renéelaertsman. com as well as the link projectinsideout. com And if you are looking for this community for others who think like you, then why not join us in the Humane Marketing Circle? You can find out more at humane. marketing forward slash circle. And, uh, we'd love to have you there to have these deeper conversations about the transformation that we're currently finding ourselves in and what it has to do with marketing. You can find the show notes of this episode at humane. marketing forward slash H M 1 7 9. And on this beautiful page, you'll also find a series of free offers, such as the Humane Business Manifesto and the free Gentle Confidence [00:37:00] mini course, as well as my two books, Marketing Like We're Human and Selling Like We're Human. Thanks so much for listening and being part of a generation of marketers who cares for yourself, your clients, and the planet. Cause we are change makers before we are marketers. So go be the change you want to see in the world. Speak soon.

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