Podcast appearances and mentions of laurie work

Punk Rock HR is underwritten by Headspace for Work. In this last episode of 2020, I’m going to be talking about Pfizer. That’s right, I’m talking about the global drug company, my former employer, and the place where I decided to end my career in human resources. Back in 2012, Mitt Romney made the statement that corporations are people. At the time, I hated it because I loved Barack Obama. But, in retrospect, he was right. Companies are made up of people--good, bad, and indifferent. Just because you have a bad experience at a company doesn’t mean that reflects the company’s overall sentiment or culture. Today I’m discussing my own experience at Pfizer. I’m taking you through some of my deepest struggles and eventual realizations about what I had to do to create the life I wanted. I learned that if I wanted something bad enough, I had to be willing to invest in it and I want to share that same message with all of you today. Tune in to hear how I went from being miserable in a corporate job I hated to pursuing my dream to fix work. In this episode you’ll hear: My biggest struggles throughout my time working in human resources at Pfizer. When and why I decided to end my career there for good. The problem with not investing in ourselves. All about my experience getting lap band surgery in Mexico. Why it is so critical to do whatever it takes to improve our well-being. Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie Betting on You: How to Put Yourself First and (Finally) Take Control of Your Career If you enjoyed this episode, we’ve created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go over to our podcast page at https://laurieruettimann.com/podcast/ to download it.  *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

Punk Rock HR Episode 140: Punk Rock HR is underwritten by Headspace for Work. My guest today is Derek Irvine. Derek has been in the human resources business for a long time, helping companies just be more human and more civil to one another. Today, he holds the position of Senior Vice President for the company Workhuman. Derek is also the author of the new book, Making Work Human. Derek and his co-author believe that by building a sense of belonging, purpose, meaning, happiness, and energy for every employee, you’ll create a profound connection between your organization and its goals. They wrote Making Work Human to provide you with everything you need to get there. I’ve known Derek for a long time. He was talking about making work human far before it was trendy. So if you’re interested in hearing from the pioneer of the work human movement, tune into my conversation with Derek. In this episode you’ll hear: All about Making Work Human and why Derek wrote it. Why we should always be thanking and celebrating essential workers. The role of technology in making work human. Why storytelling is so important, especially right now. What writing a book does for your business. What human resources leaders will learn from his book. What he learned about himself as he wrote this book and throughout COVID-19. How the stress of this season is impacting his own organization. All about resilience and how it appears in his book. Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie Making Work Human: How Human-Centered Companies are Changing the Future of Work and the World Workhuman Derek on LinkedIn If you enjoyed this episode, we’ve created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go over to our podcast page at https://laurieruettimann.com/podcast/ to download it.  *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

Punk Rock HR Episode 139: Punk Rock HR is underwritten by Headspace for Work. Today’s guest is Madison Butler. She is a human resources professional, a recruiter, a talent acquisition leader, and someone who is very passionate about startups. However, the reason that she’s on my podcast today is that no matter where she goes, Madison is unapologetically herself. Her self-confidence shines through no matter where she is, whether in real life or on social media. Madison speaks her mind even in the face of death threats. That’s right--Madison gets death threats from people in HR on LinkedIn. But even in the face of all that relentless negativity, Madison still believes in people. She still believes that human resources has a role in making the world a better place. All of that explains why I love Madison. I admire her so much and I know you will, too. So sit back and enjoy this conversation with my dear friend, Madison Butler. In this episode you’ll hear: Why we need to fix how corporations view people. The work Madison is doing within startups to change the world. How she defines the work that needs to be done in corporate America. Her reaction to HR professionals taking charge of DNI initiatives. What those of us who are disgusted by the performative behavior of corporate America can do. What Madison is experiencing and feeling as she interacts online. How to know what a company is really like when you apply to work there. How the interviewing and hiring processes are broken. Why metrics are a bad way to take the pulse of an employee’s job performance. Why Madison is doing the work that she is doing. Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie Madison on LinkedIn NY Times Article on Black LinkedIn If you enjoyed this episode, we’ve created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go over to our podcast page at https://laurieruettimann.com/podcast/ to download it.  *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

Punk Rock HR Episode 138: Punk Rock HR is underwritten by Headspace for Work. My guest today is Robert Glazer. He’s the founder and CEO of a company called Acceleration Partners. But he’s also the author of one of my favorite newsletters, Friday Forward.  Robert has made the 52 most impactful stories from that weekly email into an incredible book. Friday Forward the book will give you the inspiration you need to reach your goals, lead others, and ultimately fix work. Whenever somebody is struggling or down about their job, I like to give them books. They help them think through their experiences and get help from others. Friday Forward is one of those books that you could offer one of your friends in a similar situation. If you’re looking for different ideas or a different playbook about your job, or if you have friends who need that, tune into this conversation with Robert.   In this episode you’ll hear: How the transition to remote work has impacted women. What Robert’s book is all about and where the inspiration for it came. Some of the stories that stuck with him from the book. Why he writes. How the trend of open-sourcing the good stuff is growing. What surprised him about writing this book. Why the marketing side of writing a book is so difficult and what to do about it. Important lessons from Friday Forward about the world of business Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie Robert's Friday Forward Friday Forward: Inspiration & Motivation to End Your Week Stronger Than It Started Robert on LinkedIn *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

My guests today are Deepa Purushothaman and Rha Goddess. They are the founders of NFormation, which is a first of its kind, app-based community created by women of color for women of color. The community provides a safe space for these women of color as well as career advancement opportunities. Deepa and Rha are on the show today because they are really trying to reimagine traditional power structures. They not only want to help more women of color find their seat at the table in corporate America but also want to leverage their collective power to change the way the table is formed. I like people with big ideas who do brave things and Deepa and Rha are doing just that. I am thrilled to introduce you to NFormation and these women who are shaking things up. If you’re like me and want to be a co-conspirator on this journey to revolutionize the workforce, tune into this conversation with Deepa and Rha. In this episode you’ll hear: Why they came together to create NFormation. How NFormation works and why women of color should join. Their vision for recreating the corporate structure. Why community is so important, especially right now. How to overcome the terrible biases in the world. What listeners who are not women of color can do to help their efforts. Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie NFormation's website "How Do Professional Women Of Color Rise To Meet This Moment" article Deepa on LinkedIn Rha on LinkedIn   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com  

Punk Rock HR Episode 136: Every once in a while, I get to lean into my punk rock roots and do something a little different on this podcast. On today’s show, I’m introducing you to David Mahmoudieh and his new movie called Snake Dick. David is the writer and director of this film and today we are talking about his creative journey. You don’t just wake up one morning and say, “I’m going to write and direct a film.” There’s actually a lot of heartache and a lot of lessons learned along the way. I think it’s interesting to talk to a creative professional about his journey and think about the parallels to your journey in marketing, sales, procurement, or even in human resources. If you’ve ever dreamed about taking a risk and following your dreams, or even if you’re just a film of neo-noir short films, you’re going to love this conversation with David.  In this episode you’ll hear: David’s origin story. The part of the creative journey that he enjoys the most. The recurring themes in each of our lives. What Snake Dick is all about. How he demonstrates humanity in a way that brings something different to it. His experience writing a script in the midst of all the changes happening in the world. Where you can find David’s film.   Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie Snake Dick on IMBD Snake Dick Review The Director Reel David on IMBD   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 135: I’ve got a book coming out in January and there’s a chapter in there all about money. There are some key themes in it that I’ve learned from friends. These include tips like budget, pay yourself first, and, more importantly, that debt is the single biggest thing that can hold you back, both personally and professionally. Obviously, money is messy. That’s why I have an expert on today’s show to help us sort through the basic things that we need to do to live simply and with a little bit of joy while managing our wealth. Jonathan DeYoe is a bestselling author, speaker, and the founder and CEO of Mindful Money. However, he’s really a financial literacy fanatic. Jonathan is both a money manager and Buddhist scholar and his book has really had an impact on me.  Maybe you have a great relationship with your cash. Or maybe you’re like me and spend more than you earn. Whatever the case, I know you’re going to enjoy this conversation. So, tune in to hear my discussion with Jonathan DeYoe. In this episode you’ll hear: Jonathan’s origin story. The similarities and connections between money and religion. Why so many of us have a weird relationship with money. Who his book is for and some important lessons that are in it. What to do if you’re struggling to do the best you can with whatever money you have. How he educates people on ownership when it comes to finances. The three main sections of his book, Mindful Money.   Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie Mindful Money Jonathan on LinkedIn Mindful Money: Simple Practices for Reaching Your Financial Goals and Increasing Your Happiness Dividend    *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Punk Rock HR Episode 134: Today’s guest is Heidi Spirgi. She is the Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at Cornerstone On Demand, an HR technology company. Heidi has done a little bit of everything, but the common thread of her career has been helping organizations to unlock the best of their employees through emerging practices and programs, building cultures that ensure people can be the best version of themselves at work, and leveraging technology to do all of that. Heidi is someone who I admire and look to in real life as well as on social media. Whenever there’s a new tool, trend, or something that’s gotten a lot of hype, I’ll know it’s real if Heidi buys into it. Our conversation today touches on all the good stuff: leadership, growth, learning, development, and what it’s like to be human at a time where it’s crazy even to be alive. If you’re wondering how to be there for your workforce and, really, be there for yourself, sit back and enjoy this conversation with Heidi Spirgi.  In this episode you’ll hear: What it’s like to be employed in 2020 for Heidi. How organizations need to change in order to prevent employees from reaching a breaking point. How she, as an executive and a leader, shows that she’s an employee, too. Why self-leadership is such an important emerging skill. How to manage zoom fatigue for our teams. How Heidi has seen remote work change over the past 6 months. How organizations can be a force for change and do some good in the world.   Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie Cornerstone Cares Heidi on Twitter Heidi on LinkedIn   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com       

Punk Rock HR Episode 133: In case you haven’t heard, I have a new book coming out called Betting On You: How to Put Yourself First and Finally Take Control of Your Career. The journey of writing a book has been both straightforward and surprising. Throughout each step of the process, something happened to my health or my family, making it a journey for sure.  The easiest part of it all is writing the book; the business of publishing, on the other hand, is extremely complex. Beyond the many surface-level considerations, there’s the whole secondary market of getting your books into the hands of people. So that is what we’re talking about on the podcast today. I brought on my dear friend and Hall of Fame keynote speaker and author, Scott Stratten. Scott is the founder of The UnMarketing Movement and a true marketing genius. He has been where I am now, at the beginning of a book launch. So, this episode will be a good old-fashioned mentoring conversation. Tune in and I know you’ll learn something, too. In this episode you’ll hear: What the favor economy is and why it’s breaking my heart right now. Some of the sketchy ways books are sold today. What nominations really mean. Why it’s so critical to figure out your end goal when writing a book. All the work that actually goes into making a book. One thing about the book publishing process that has surprised Scott.   Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie UnMarketing UnMarketing on LinkedIn Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us UnMarketing: Everything Has Changed and Nothing is Different The Jackass Whisperer: How to deal with the worst people at work, at home and online―even when the Jackass is you   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Punk Rock HR Episode 131: My guest this week is Hannah Olson. She is the co-founder and CEO of an organization called Chronically Capable. Hannah had her dream job right out of college but later contracted Lyme Disease. Her treatments for her chronic illness got in the way of her job. Frustrated, she thought there had to be a better way. So, she created that better way: Chronically Capable. It’s a technology platform, an ATS, and really a community that tries to match individuals with disabilities and chronic illnesses with employers who are thoughtful, progressive, and aim to support that community. It’s National Disability Employment Awareness month in America, a time when we recognize disabled and chronically ill workers and acknowledge their contributions to the economy. So, this is the perfect time to bring Hannah onto the show. Today, Hannah and I talk about her journey, her chronic condition, and what she’s doing to solve a problem that affects millions of people around the world. If you’re interested in what a 24-year-old entrepreneur is doing to change the nature of global corporations, sit tight and enjoy this conversation with Hannah.  In this episode you’ll hear: Some of the companies Hannah is working with. Common language around the community she serves. What employers have to say about hiring the disabled and chronically ill population. Why hiring that population is good for businesses. What companies can do to reach out to that population and let them know they’re hiring. The origin story of Chronically Capable, what it does, and who it serves. What her entrepreneurial community looks like. How she makes sure someone’s condition and the job they’re placed in will be a good fit. How to keep members of the disabled and chronically ill community once you’ve hired them. Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie About Chronically Capable Library of Congress article on Disability Employment Awareness Month Hannah on LinkedIn   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

I recently gave a keynote to a company called Curo Comp. It was about truth versus reality when it comes to talking about money at work. I’m so jazzed about this topic that I wanted to tell you about it. Years ago, I interviewed for a job and the VP of HR was full of himself. At the end of the interview, I asked him what differentiated their HR department from others. He gave a long answer full of buzzwords, but he didn’t believe in any of it. That was in 2004, but even now every trend I read about human resources and compensation uses those buzzwords. It makes them all feel like lies.  In my keynote, I had to tell the audience that those trends were lies. I had to tell them that everything they aspirationally believe in is a lie. It was difficult, but it’s true. It's important to disclose the lies and talk about where we stand and where we can go in the future. So, tune in and let's talk about it. In this episode you’ll hear: The lie that equal pay and transparency matter. The two things we’re terrible at in the workforce: evaluating and recognizing performance. Why technology really doesn’t do anything. The realities of money at work. What we can do as a result of those realities. Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie Get my LI Learning courses for free for 30 days Curo Comp   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 129: My guest this week is Brant Menswar. Brant is a top 10 motivational speaker, critically acclaimed author, award-winning musician, podcast host, and the CEO and founder of Rock Star Impact, a boutique agency that teaches people and organizations how to cultivate value-based leadership.  Brant is also the author of a new book called Black Sheep: Unleash the Extraordinary Awe-Inspiring, Undiscovered You. And I'm so excited that he came by to talk about self-leadership, individual accountability values, and really finding your core values and purpose in your life. So if you like your motivational speakers to be former rock stars, which I do, sit tight and enjoy this conversation with Brant Menswar. In this episode you’ll hear: How a sports injury led Brant to his career as a musician. Why farmers don’t value black sheep as the rest of the flock. How living through his son’s life-threatening cancer diagnosis helped him realize his own black sheep values. How you know when you’ve made a good decision. Why it’s vital we stop looking solely at results when it comes to promoting people in the workplace. How to get in touch with your core values in the quiet moments before the storm. What you should do to figure out what matters most to you so you can stop trying to be someone you're not.   Resources from this episode: Brant’s Website Brant on LinkedIn Brant on Instagram Brant on Facebook Brant on Twitter Brant’s Podcast Brant’s Book Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie     *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Punk Rock HR Episode 128: Lindsay Crittendon is the head of Headspace for Work. If you thought that was a meditation app on your phone, so did I. However, it is actually so much more than that. They work with businesses across the spectrum to help them identify the best ways to improve the workplace. Mental Health Awareness Day is coming up on October 5th. Honestly, it should be every day. We need to be having consistent conversations on this topic and on the effect work can have on our mental health. Today, Lindsay helps bring this to the forefront. She’s dedicated to making the world and the world of work a little bit better. In this episode, we’re talking about the benefits of mindfulness and more thoughtful behavior on the work environment and on our individual lives when we’re not working. We also talk about COVID-19. We use this opportunity to talk about how to emerge from this pandemic in a healthier way. If you’re interested in a conversation about well-being at work and fixing work, sit back and enjoy this discussion with Lindsay from Headspace for Work. In this episode you’ll hear: Lindsay’s driving purpose behind what she does. The vision of Headspace for Work and what they do to make it a reality. How Headspace for Work defines mindfulness. The challenges that are affecting workplace mental health and what to do with that information. What a holistic mental health benefits program would look like in the workplace. How mindfulness at work and Headspace for Work specifically can benefit people. How to incorporate mindfulness into your workday, even if it’s not recognized as a priority by your employers. How businesses and leaders can remove some of the barriers and lessen the stigma attached to mental health. Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie Lindsay on LinkedIn Headspace for Work main page 2020 Mental Health Trends Report Headspace has special programming planned for World Mental Health Awareness Day and will launch an exciting new initiative around Employee Mental Health.  Follow them on LinkedIn and stay tuned to be the first to find out about upcoming announcements!    *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Punk Rock HR Episode 127: Today’s guests are Robert Williams and Brian Baucom. They are the co-founders of a company called 4 Oaks Ventures. The team at 4 Oaks provides quality PPE and COVID-19 testing to employees and industries all over America. Robert and Brian are my neighbors in this community. They’re my friends. However, I also brought them onto the show to advise them on how to talk and work with HR departments to make clear the importance of quality PPE and COVID-19 testing and cut through the noise. We’re talking about the real issues behind the challenges of finding a PPE that’s not counterfeit or just disgusting and finding COVID-19 testing and strategies that really work. If you work in human resources, logistics, or marketing and you need to go back to work in an office at some point, this episode will be very helpful for you. Tune in for an informative and incredible conversation with Robert and Brian. In this episode you’ll hear: The impetus behind Robert and Brian co-founding 4 Oaks. Why they thought they could help when so many other organizations didn’t. What the early days of the pandemic were like for them. What Robert saw in the PPE testing market in April and where it is now. Their particular area of response to COVID-19 and what they are providing. COVID-19 testing and what it means for returning to work. How their door to door service differentiates them in the marketplace. What their interactions with multiple constituencies within organizations have been like. What pool testing is.   Resources from this episode: Brian on LinkedIn Robert on LinkedIn 4 Oaks Ventures Website Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com     

Punk Rock HR Episode 126: Today’s guest is author and speaker Minda Harts. If you have ever wondered who’s fighting for women of color to get a seat at the table, it’s Minda. Her book, Memo, has opened the doors for women and other authors to talk about what’s really happening in the world of work.  On top of her nationally recognized book, Minda has a terrific LinkedIn account, a prolific blog, and great Instagram and Twitter accounts. Most importantly, she is an amazing podcaster and the host of the show, Secure the Seat. Minda is a self-proclaimed career revolutionary. Her goal is to leave the workplace better than she found it. In this episode, Minda and I are talking about her work, including her new book. We discuss where she gets her inspiration and passion for the content she creates. I’m so excited to talk to someone who’s kicking butt and taking names. Tune in to be a part of the conversation. In this episode you’ll hear: The different mediums Minda uses to get her message out. What her book, Memo, is all about and what lessons people can get out of it. Where she learned the lessons she shares in Memo. Her writing process for Memo and how she established her tone. The origin story that made her who she is today. How she knows she’s making a difference in her community. How she responds to those who complain about what she says and does. How to overcome imposter syndrome. What success means to her. Why she is excited about the future of work. Resources from this episode: The Memo book Minda on LinkedIn Minda on Twitter Minda on Instagram Minda's website The Memo Virtual Experience Minda on Real Leader's 40 Top Women Keynote Speakers for 2020 List. Washington Post article Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com     

Punk Rock HR Episode 125: Today’s guest is my friend Zach Ward. He is the former owner of a comedy theater whose career was ended in 2017. Zach was canceled before it was trendy. Zach is someone who fulfilled a dream which many of us have. He came back home after college, created a community, and monetized his passion. But in creating that community, other things happened. Eventually, allegations were made against him and he was canceled.  I want Zach to not only survive this tidal wave but rebuild his life. That is why I brought him onto the show. In today’s episode, we are talking about serious issues like cancel culture and sexual assault allegations. Zach helps us understand where his career began and the lies that eventually made it come to an end. My hope is that, by hearing Zach’s story and his commitment to transparency, we can all begin to pause and ask our own questions when we hear accusations.  In this episode you’ll hear: Zach’s college experience and how he came to open DSI Comedy Theater. The smear campaign against DSI and Zach. How he managed the rumors in the marketplace. The Facebook thread in which he was accused of sexual assault and the details that made it untrue. The collateral damage from those accusations. How these lies followed him to his new job. Social isolation and his perspective on it. Takeaways for business leaders and professionals.   Resources from this episode: The Story article Zach on Twitter Indy Week DSI Comedy Owner news article Indy Week Misogny news article News Observer DSI Comedy Owner Steps Down news article DSI Comedy Insanity Reddit article News Observer Indy Editor news article NY Times Cancel Culture: Part 1 podcast NY Times Cancel Culture: Part 2 podcast Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   ***    

Punk Rock HR Episode 124: Today’s guest is author and podcaster Mimi Nicklin. She is the author of Softening the Edge, a book all about empathy and how humanity’s oldest leadership trait is changing our world. Mimi believes that the ability to connect authentically with others has the power to shape not only our business environments but every part of our lives. Michelle Obama recently gave a speech and said that there is an empathy deficit among many people in power in our country. I feel that truth in my bones. Empathy is something so primal, yet so hard to achieve. Mimi’s big ideas drive the conversation around empathy into the world, which is why I brought her onto the show today. In this episode, Mimi and I talk about empathy. We discuss what it is, what it isn’t, and how you actually put empathy into practice at work. If you wonder how seeing someone’s perspective can help you be a better leader, listen in to this conversation with Mimi. In this episode you’ll hear: A simple definition of empathy. How to overcome the empathy deficit in our world. Where to go to add more empathy into the world. What it would look like to implement empathy training in an organization. Why listening is so important. How to balance the need for speed with the need to be seen and heard. How to control your microcosms to create a ripple effect in your company’s culture. Why Mimi is passionate about empathy.   Resources from this episode: Mimi’s website Empathy for Breakfast Youtube Channel Softening the Edge book Mimi on Instagram Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 123: Carl Camden is the former CEO of Kelly Services and the current president of iPSE-U.S. He has dedicated more than 25 years of his life to advocating for the independent workforce. This has looked like creating career opportunities and seeking justice for independent workers by challenging leaders to adapt to the future of work. In 2017 Carl assembled industry leaders, House members from both parties, and association leaders for an exclusive D.C. event. This eventually became the genesis for iPSE-U.S. Today, this organization partners with a variety of other companies to provide the protection that corporations offer to their employees for independent workers. In this episode, we talk about the differentiation between full-time workers and the gig economy and how often that differentiation turns people into second-class citizens. We also talk about the third rail of work, health-insurance benefits, and how iPSE-U.S. helps make it accessible to contractors. The gig economy covers everybody from Ph.D. scientists to delivery drivers and it could include you. So, if you have any interest in the topic, listen to my conversation with Carl.  In this episode you’ll hear: How Carl got to where he is today. Where we are today in the world of work. What Carl is doing to advocate for independent workers today. How independent workers are treated differently in the workplace. Independent work within marginalized communities. Carl’s prediction regarding breakthroughs in this area in the next generation.   Resources from this episode: iPSE-U.S. Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 122: Today's guest is Damon Klotz. Damon has spent his career working at the intersection of people & technology. He's held roles as an HR Consultant, Digital Strategist, and he’s the co-founder of a men’s mental health charity. He joined Culture Amp as an early employee where he grew their community to one of the largest in the world and scaled the company during a time where the employees and customer base grew by over 2500%. But what I want you to know about Damon more than anything is that he believes that businesses can be a force for good in this world.  I have known him for over 11 years, and a lot of people mistake optimism for naivete. But here's the deal about Damon, he is savvy, he understands how to build relationships, he understands the world of work. And yet, knowing how nefarious the startup scene can be, and knowing how crazy the world of work is, he still believes that people are good that human resources can make a difference. And then when it comes down to it, culture first really matters.  In this episode you'll hear: The story of how Damon and I met. What Damon sees when he looks out at America. What Damon’s company, Culture Amp, is doing right now in the marketplace. His beliefs about culture and what culture truly is. Damon’s thoughts on the future of HR leaders.   Resources from this episode: Damon on Twitter Culture Amp Culture First Podcast Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 121: Just like the conversation all over America, and really the world, about defunding police work, today I want to talk about defunding human resources, recruiting, and compensation.  HR oversees a system with rules that they don’t control and might not even agree with but can’t change, and they rarely see people at their best. For the past 40 years, we’ve been pumping money into human resources and we are not getting the ROI we deserve. In this episode you'll hear: Management science is not with HR. How compensation programs are still biased. How to embrace the golden age of technology. Why you need to quit a job that requires you to police people. Have you thought about the legacy you’re leaving behind?   Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 120: Gary Beckstrand is the vice president of The OC Tanner Institute. OC Tanner is a recognition company that’s focused on aligning people with their passion and their purpose. They do a tremendous amount of research on the employee in order to accomplish that goal.  I have the amazing opportunity to partner with OC Tanner during the month of August on a webinar series called the Culture Trends Tour. This is a tour that brings together HR leaders, experts, and professionals to really connect and talk about the insights from OC Tanner’s 2020 Global Culture Report. I'm excited and honored to participate in it. We talk a little bit about this partnership in today’s episode, but mostly Gary and I talk about terms like recognition and employee experience. We discuss what these things really mean for modern leaders and the people that they support. Listen in for a really great conversation about leadership and employee experience in 2020 and beyond. In this episode you’ll hear: What employee experience means to Gary. The six aspects of employee experience that matter most when creating a satisfying work experience. The 21st-century methodology of leadership. The expectations of employees in 2020. How to begin moving a company towards modern leadership. The role of HR in the employee experience.   Resources from this episode: Global Culture Report: Our latest organizational culture research looks at current culture trends, company culture statistics, and how employees feel about their workplaces. See how companies with strong cultures recruit and attract top talent, reduce employee turnover, and become places where employees thrive. Culture Trends Tour: The Culture Trends Tour brings together HR leaders, experts, and professionals to connect and discover insights from the 2020 Global Culture Report—the largest annual study on workplace culture. Come to learn essential best-practices for shaping thriving workplace cultures that fuel organizational success. Influence Greatness: The most insightful conference on workplace culture is going virtual and international. With world-class speakers, a first look at the 2021 Global Culture Report, a wealth of on-demand content, and no registration fee. Talent Magnets: White Paper on the Six Essential Aspects of Workplace Culture   The Work Place Podcast: Conversations with leaders in culture and experience, featuring tangible takeaways in every episode. Request a Product Demo: Culture Cloud Recognition: Welcome to the most complete collection of employee recognition tools for celebrating daily wins and team triumphs. Gary on LinkedIn Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Mentorship Friday: Cameron Sackett is a recent graduate of the University of Michigan who is looking for his first full-time job right now in marketing or social media management. Cameron is not just a young adult entering the workforce but is facing searching for a job in the middle of a pandemic. I first met Cameron when he was in middle school. Now, we have known each other for over 10 years. I wanted to bring him on to have a conversation on what he’s looking for in a job, how he’s doing it, and what it’s going to take to get him into the workforce. This episode isn’t a workforce generational discussion. Instead, Cameron and I talk about life stages and what he is looking for at this period in his life. He has some keen insights and lessons for all of us. Whether you work as a leader or a human resources professional, you’ll want to listen in to this great conversation with Cameron. In this episode you’ll hear: Cameron’s unconventional college journey and how his worldview has changed during his time in college. What it’s like looking for a job in the midst of a pandemic. How his dad’s career in the human resources and recruiting industry has been a blessing and a curse. His excitement and concerns about the future of work. The line between politics and the workplace. How to manage your social media profile while job hunting. How to build connections on social media without revealing too much.   Resources from this episode: Cameron on LinkedIn HR Famous Podcast Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Punk Rock HR Episode 119: Zach Nunn is a change management consultant and one of the co-founders of the podcast and movement Living Corporate. The goal of that platform is to tell black and brown stories related to the world of work. You think you’ve heard good conversations about diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging, but you have not heard Living Corporate.  On the show, Zach and his team talk to all kinds of people and have real conversations. They talk about the types of things that aren’t normally talked about at work or even in diversity inclusion programs. It is a terrific podcast that everybody needs to download and listen to. In the episode, Zach shares about the work he is doing. He explains why it has become his goal to create platforms in spaces that amplify and center black and brown voices at work. Zach has a perspective that causes him to speak with authority and provide answers to the questions many of us are asking, especially regarding what we can do to help right now. Listen in for another conversation on big ideas to do things differently. In this episode you’ll hear: Zach’s story and how Living Corporate came to be. The team of people who helps make Living Corporate happen. Why Zach confronted white DNI professionals on the podcast. A healthy perspective on the need to defund HR. How to keep this antiracism movement from becoming another cyclical thing and make it a true reconstructive moment. Why it is crucial for white people to be giving our capital.   Resources from this episode: Zach Nunn on LinkedIn Living Corporate podcast Living Corporate Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 118: Lauren Davis was a marketer, community organizer, and record store owner. Her real claim to fame, though, is that she does social media for conferences speakers like me. She helps speakers really connect with their audiences in a different way.  Lauren has been named as one of the "20 People You Should Know" and a "Person to Watch." She has also received US Senate recognition for her passionate dedication to helping businesses succeed. Her expert social media advice has been featured in articles by Huffington Post and Readers Digest. She hosts her own podcast, The Business Event Playbook, that helps people grow their presence so they can focus on sales, exposure, leadership, and community impact. Lauren is all about community in a virtual world. I needed to bring her on today to talk about what is going on in the world of conferences. Many of us have questions about how speakers are doing and what the future of networking and events looks like. Today we talk about this and what it means to have a conference in an age when you can’t stand within six feet of someone. In this episode you’ll hear: Why she loves conferences. What the conference world looks like in the age of Coronavirus. What the future state of conferences is. The limitations of the push towards virtual. How to have a successful virtual conference. How to create good content in uncertain times. The importance of empathy in this season.   Resources from this episode: Lauren’s website Lauren on Instagram Lauren on Facebook Lauren on LinkedIn Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 117: JeVon “JT” McCormick is the CEO of Scribe Media, a publishing company that helps authors write, publish, and market their books. More importantly, he is someone with an incredibly interesting backstory.  JT grew up amidst chaos, never went to college, and started his career in labor-intensive jobs. Yet, through these experiences, he managed to understand society better. That eventually became his avenue to success. Now, he runs a company that published the most sought after book in America last year: Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins. He also recently wrote a piece that appeared on CNN.com and went viral. In today’s episode, we talk about work, power, politics, money, the Coronavirus, Black Lives Matter, and what it means to be a leader in uncertain times. In this episode you’ll hear: What got JT to where he is today. His chaotic origin story that helped contribute to his business success. The 3 rules of leadership he lives by. Why the future of work should be a combination of remote and office space. The toxicity of binary thinking. How to create a culture of trust. How to measure success in a way that honors employees. The changes and conversations that have occurred in Scribe Media amidst COVID-19 and the Black Lives Matter movement. The role of corporations in addressing the systemic problems in our country.   Resources from this episode: Scribe Writing JT's Website JT on LinkedIn Napolean Hill's Think & Grow Rich   Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 116: Today on the podcast, I’m talking to my best friend, Jennifer McClure. We have one of our BFF chats, Jennifer’s first on this iteration of the podcast.  During COVID-19, a lot has changed in Jennifer’s life. She has moved into her new house, navigated through the sickness of a family member, and rebooted her business. Like many of us, these life changes brought on by the pandemic have taught her many life lessons. Jennifer shares those with us today.  Jennifer is a full-time professional speaker, business advisor, and host of the podcast Impact Makers. She has spoken at over 350 industry-related conferences, helping international leaders embrace the future of work and leverage their influence. In this episode, she updates us on her life and provides valuable wisdom on all different areas of work. In this episode you’ll hear: Jennifer’s experience selling her house in a pandemic. The story of how her mom became sick in March and what that taught her about herself. The capacity of humans to step up and care for other humans. How she is now rebooting her business. How hiring a coach at the beginning of her transition from the corporate world changed the trajectory of her career. The way to know if your content is providing value to your email community. How COVID-19 has impacted Laurie’s business. Why any step forward is a good step. The real truth about what it’s like to write a book. Jennifer’s wisdom around getting fired.   Resources from this episode: Jennifer’s website Story Brand StoryBrand Book Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 115: This week, I’m joined by Karina Schultheis. She is a manager of human insights and HCM evangelism at Ultimate Software. However, even though Karina has an amazing job now, it hasn’t always been that way. She has worked in other jobs with other bosses and therefore brings a unique perspective to the table.  Currently, Karina is a newly promoted employee at an amazing company. Ultimate Software really gets it right on so many levels and they have been recognized for it. It is one of the best companies to work for, not just in America, but the world. Karina is also a working mother who is about to give birth to her second child.  In this episode, Karina and I talk about the future of work post-COVID. If you like insights on human behavior and what it’s going to take for companies to turn it around, listen in to this conversation with Karina Schultheis. In this episode you’ll hear: How integral the human element is to a company’s culture. Why personalization is going to become crucial for organizations. What it takes to build a culture of trust in a company. The importance of well-being for the employees and leaders of an organization and how it leads to better retention rates. The role of authenticity and flexibility in leadership teams. What substance abuse is doing to our workforce right now as influenced by COVID-19. The role of HR in driving productivity and maintaining healthy boundaries. How we can move forward post-COVID and amidst all the social justice reforms happening in our country. Karina’s hopes for HR and for the workforce going forward.   Resources from this episode: Karina's Twitter Karina's Instagram Ultimate Software On Twitter Ultimate Software On Instagram Ultimate Software Facebook Page Equity at Work Council Equity at Work Social Room Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 114: Reverend Wendy Hamilton joins me to talk about the storm before the calm. In other words, the process of dealing with recurring problems and tackling the root cause of what's happening in our society, to get to a place of social justice. Reverend Wendy is a D.C. area activist, minister, and mother who's holding workshops on grief and trauma in the age of civil unrest. Wendy helps us work through grief, addresses faith, and the intersection of the two. This episode covers power, politics, money, race, and God. Yes, we cover a lot. I hope you enjoy our conversation.    In this episode you'll hear: Universal basic income and why everyone deserves to have their basic needs met. The intersection of social justice and faith. Reverend Wendy's perspective around grief and trauma and what she's doing to address it. We discuss the various PR statements distributed by businesses around racism and equality.  The many opportunities available to leaders in this moment of societal and civil change. The problem with our identity being so tied to our work.    Resources from this episode: Reverend Wendy on Twitter Reverend Wendy on YouTube A Conversation With Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 113: The hospitality industry has suffered tremendously because of COVID. The jobs the industry provides, well, they're the backbone of American families. This week, Jim Knight joins me to talk about the recession, staying motivated, and being resilient in hard times. We go deep into the retail, hospitality, and foodservice industries because that's the area of the economy that Jim knows best.    Jim Knight is a training and development veteran with over 30 years of experience. He trains people to be their best. While I find the term 'rockstar' often overused, Jim Knight is a rockstar in every sense. I hope you enjoy my conversation with him.   In this episode you'll hear: Jim breaks down what is going on in the hospitality and foodservice industry today, how many within the industry are discovering what it means to be resilient. Tension around wages, earnings, and unionization; Jim shares his take. How safety and engagement are related. With more and more foodservice workers going on unemployment, what are incentives to go back to work, especially if an organization doesn't have a plan to handle guidelines or a policy in place for COVID-19? Jim shares some of the organizations he believes are doing right by their employees during COVID-19 times - those who are communicating who they are and how they're keeping not only their customers safe but their employees safe as well. Some ways in which we can help the food and hospitality industries and its workers.  We discuss essential workers and what the future holds for them.    Resources from this episode: Jim's website Jim on LinkedIn National Restaurant Association No Kid Hungry Feeding America Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 112: So, what does a Canadian millennial entrepreneur know about making a comeback? This week's guest, Emily O'Brien, founder of Comeback Snacks, is going to tell us. In today's episode, Emily opens up about her journey from a sales professional at a global corporation to an entrepreneur, to a convicted felon, and then back again to an entrepreneur. She is someone who is trying to give back, make amends, and help her community.    Many motivational professionals like to say the setback is a setup for the comeback. And often, it sounds over-sensationalized. But in the case of Emily's story, I think that's true. If you'd like to hear about a person who overcame their worst instincts and how they turned it around, I think you're going to love this conversation with Emily O'Brien.   In this episode you'll hear: Emily's story of graduating college with honors, starting her own business, and how things took a left turn when she got arrested. She shares openly about life after her arrest, being sentenced, and going to jail.  How prison forces you to be mindful in a weird, unfortunate way.  She started her popcorn business, Comeback Snacks, in prison. How Emily deals with the pressures of entrepreneurship.  Emily's perspective on how to grow as a leader and challenge yourself to do better. What Emily would like Executives and HR professionals to learn from her story.    Resources from this episode: Comeback Snacks Emily on LinkedIn Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 111: If you want to be an executive or career coach, you have to approach doing so like a business, not a side hustle. You need a business plan, you need to know how to run a business, and you need to determine who you can help and who you cannot help. In this episode, I am sharing four pieces of advice for those interested in starting a coaching business of any kind.   In this episode you'll hear: Why creating a business plan is a necessity, plus some resources to help you write one. The importance of knowing your "Why?" Understanding and acknowledging your skills and why you need to be ready to turn down clients you know you cannot help. Why executive coaching is not a side hustle.    Resources from this episode: Score.org Business Plan Template Small Business Administration Jennifer McClure Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 110: Podcasting is a little bit of art, a little bit of science, and a lot of hard work. Today, HR podcasters, Wendy Dailey and Jon Thurmond, hosts of the HR Social Half Hour Podcast, join me on the show. If you've ever wanted to know what it takes to host a podcast about Human Resources, buckle up because this episode is for you.    In their podcast, Wendy and Jon talk to ordinary individuals working in the trenches of Human Resources, who are doing extraordinary things. Wendy and Jon are two examples of humans doing it right, so I invited them to come on to Punk Rock HR. They give us a behind the scenes look into their podcast, which inspires them to keep going, and how community is the driving force in everything they do.  I respect what Wendy and Jon are doing. I think at the end of this conversation, you may admire them too.   In this episode you'll hear: How the name HR Social Half Hour Podcast was born out of a Twitter Chat, and why the word social is so important to show's online culture.  "What's in your glass?", why Wendy and Jon begin their podcast episodes with this simple question, every single time.  Podcasting as a gateway to networking, connecting with others, being intentional, and sharing ideas.  Jon and Wendy share some of their favorite guests and episodes, including an interview with Melanie Peacock and Minda Harts. HR Social Half Hour focuses on community and community activities; Jon and Wendy share what they are doing to knit the HR community together using the podcast. What community has meant to each of them, how it sustains them, especially now during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some lessons about podcasting for anybody who is dreaming about starting a podcast.   Resources from this episode: The HR Social Half Hour Podcast on the Web The HR Social Half Hour Podcast on Apple Podcasts Jon and Wendy talk to Valorie Kondos Field HR Social Half Hour Wonder Women Episode HR Social Half Hour on Twitter - #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter Wendy on Twitter Jon on Twitter Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 109: If you've ever wondered, am I qualified? Or am I the right person for this role? You are going to enjoy this week's conversation with Amanda Nachman. With graduation season upon us, Amanda is perfectly positioned to talk about looking for a job in a pandemic. She is an author and professional speaker who is passionate about helping emerging professionals become career strategists and achieve their dream careers. She's also a motivational speaker at Find Your Passion Career and the CEO of the College Magazine.    In this conversation, Amanda and I talk about her new book #Qualified: You Are More Impressive Than You Realize, her journey developing College Magazine, and the growth of her career. Amanda has lessons for you, whether you're a new grad or someone who has been doing your job for twenty years. You don't need to wait around for someone to tell you that you're qualified. You can build this experience on your own.   In this episode you'll hear: How Amanda turned her idea to create a guide that would help students be successful in what is known today as College Magazine. About Amanda's new book #QUALIFIED and how you don't need to wait around for someone to tell you that you're qualified. You can build this experience on your own. What's going to have the path of least resistance isn't always what's most exciting or what's most fulfilling for us. And I think we lose sight of that. Amanda's message for somebody who feels average and unqualified. Some of the bumps Amanda has had on the road to her success. The importance of making courageous connections.  How to level up your story first, so you're ready for moments of rejection.    Resources from this episode: Amanda Nachman on LinkedIn Amanda’s website #QUALIFIED: You Are More Impressive Than You Realize College Magazine Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com       

Punk Rock HR Episode 108: David Burkus is one of the world's leading business thinkers and speakers, focusing on topics such as leadership and innovation. He's also the best-selling author of an audiobook called Pick a Fight: How Great Teams Find a Purpose Worth Rallying Around. I like a good battle. I love a good cause too. So David is on the podcast this week because I am someone who is motivated by a fight.  In his book, David asks great questions like, "As an organization, what are we fighting for?" Or "What are you doing to change the world? And why are you doing it?" It's such a great perspective to have, especially in the age of a pandemic. If you're not fighting for something, if you don't know your purpose or your mission, what are you doing? So if you are looking for some motivation, want to think about your job in a more significant way or find your purpose, I think you're going to enjoy this conversation with my friend David Burkus. In this episode you'll hear: Why David decided to release his book, Pick a Fight, as an audiobook only and some of the challenges he's hit up against in doing so. The difference between having a purpose and having a mission statement. How to creatively think about what the big battle is and break people from complacency, getting them excited to fight.   David's TEDx Talk: Why you should know how much your coworkers get paid was genius. He shares what it was about and how it was received.  How to have mature conversations about mission or purpose. How artifacts symbolize or reinforce an organization's story, Savannah Bananas, is a perfect example of this.  Why picking a fight and having a purpose will allow you to return home a more energized person than you were when you left. Resources from this episode: David on LinkedIn  Pick a Fight: How Great Teams Find a Purpose Worth Rallying Around David’s website Pela Case David’s TEDx Talk: Why you should know how much your coworkers get paid The Savannah Bananas Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com       

Punk Rock HR Episode 107:   One of the weirder stories to emerge from the COVID-19 crisis is that we might have a bacon shortage. Yeah, seriously. Now, I'm a vegetarian, and I have a lot of assumptions about how meat is made. But, a lack of bacon? That didn't sound right to me.    So I reached out to my friend Jesse McCoy, who is an expert in biosecurity, specifically food and animal health. He keeps animals from getting sick, so we don't get sick. And when it comes to bacon shortages, it turns out that animals aren't the problem, it's humans. We're not washing our hands. We're not wearing masks. We're spreading COVID-19 to individuals who work in the meat industry. And then when they go to work, they're getting their colleagues sick. And that's having an effect at many different production facilities, which has a downstream impact on the supply chain.    Jesse joined me to discuss whether or not the individuals who work on the line are indeed victims. Are they low paid? Are they working in terrible environments? Moreover, I had questions about how meat is made. What's the myth? What's the reality? Jesse helps answer those questions and sheds light on what conditions are currently like in the food processing industry. You're going to hear how our decisions in the grocery store affect a global enterprise. I think you're going to love this conversation.   In this episode you'll hear: Biosecurity: what it is and what Jesse does as part of his work. The intersection of labor and food production, including what we should and how it affects what is happening in the world.  The working conditions, today, within the confines of food production facilities. Some myths about animal genetics and food production.  When people get involved, that is when we increase the likelihood of having a foodborne pathogen. The concept that animals are being depopulated. What does that mean? Jesse leaves us with some things he would like listeners to know about food and what we can do right now to be good citizens, ethical consumers, and good advocates for farms.   "The food system is a chain, and if one of those links gets weak, everything changes." Jesse McCoy   Resources from this episode: Jesse on LinkedIn Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com       

Punk Rock HR Episode 106:   How are brands like Warby Parker or Casper Mattress re-shaping the way we make purchases in the 21st century? Well, Larry Ingrassia, my guest this week, is going to tell us. Larry is a former journalist, and editor turned author of the book, Billion Dollar Brand Club: How Dollar Shave Club, Warby Parker, and Other Disruptors Are Remaking What We Buy. Together we discuss the online brands you know, with billion-dollar valuations. We also talk about customer experience as a critical differentiator for many of these brands. And finally, we talk about COVID-19 and how it may or may not change our shopping habits. In this episode you'll hear: How the questions, "How did this happen?" And "How did what I thought was impossible become possible?" were the inspiration for writing the book, Billion Dollar Brand Club. Consumers shop differently today than they were even a decade ago. Larry shares some of the changes that have taken place in our shopping habits, even before COVID-19. What it takes to create a product and a brand that will be around for the long term and have value. What makes a billion-dollar brand, a billion-dollar company. Today's economy and what the fallout will be due to COVID-19. We discuss brands as disruptors and how they affect the marketplace.  A reminder for entrepreneurs: what might seem impossible to a lot of people, you have to say, I'm going to make possible.   Resources from this episode: Larry’s Website Larry on LinkedIn Billion Dollar Brand Club: How Dollar Shave Club, Warby Parker, and Other Disruptors Are Remaking What We Buy  Buying a Mattress in an Actual Store? That’s So 2010. Store Traffic Limits At Walmart And Target Are Good, But Kroger’s Pick-Up Only Idea Is Even Better Inside the Success of Dollar Shave Club and Why DTC Changed the Retail Landscape Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com     

Punk Rock HR Episode 104: Have you ever wanted to do something, but just kept getting in your way over and over again? Yeah, me too. This week, I share my experience with writing my upcoming book, "Betting on You: How to Put Yourself First (Finally) And Take Control of Your Career," and how one simple statement by a colleague changed my outlook on writing, completely. Tune into to get a brief glimpse into what my book is about.    In this episode you'll hear: My early ambitions of being a writer and some of my writing failures The one thing a colleague said to me that changed the trajectory of my writing, completely What you can expect from my book, including who it is for and how it can help   Resources from this episode: Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Punk Rock HR Episode 103:  I'd like you to meet Joey Price. Joey is the founder of Jumpstart: HR, LLC, and host of Business, Life, and Coffee, a weekly entrepreneur mentorship podcast. He focuses on creating effective HR systems for small businesses and startups across the country and serves on the Advisory Committee of the Forbes School of Business and Technology's Human Resources Degree Program. Joey Price is a thought leader in the very best sense of the word.    We are all feeling a sense of anxiety in the face of the unknown. In today's conversation, Joey joins me to offer his perspective on what it's like to be a leader and to be human during this crazy time. We also discuss the effects on work, life, and business on the COVID-19 generation. As you listen, I hope this episode offers a healing conversation to you. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode of Punk Rock HR.   In this episode you'll hear: Joey shares his thoughts on how people are reacting or coping with life and work during the COVID-19 pandemic. We have an open and honest conversation about how humaneness in our workforce and our leaders is going unrecognized. What Joey believes the future may hold for medium to small-sized businesses. Some thoughts about CEO's who haven't been walking their talk about the importance of the employee experience pre-pandemic and now not thinking about their employees during the pandemic - what gives? Digital transformation and working from home - are they right for business? The effects on work, life, and business on the COVID-19 generation.   Resources from this episode: Jumpstart: HR Small Business HR Courses (Coronavirus, CA Sexual Harassment, etc)  Business, Life, and Coffee Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Podbean | Spotify  Joey on Twitter  Joey on LinkedIn Joey on Instagram GenC, Seth Godin  Did Dolphins and Swans ‘Return’ to Italian Waterways Amid COVID-19 Lockdown?, Snopes  Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Punk Rock HR Episode 102: My guest today is Michael Bungay Stanier, author of The Advice Trap. Today, he helps us think differently about advice, giving advice, and receiving advice. He also talks about some ways to avoid those pesky advice traps. Michael is also the author of The Coaching Habit, and his recent TEDx on how to take your advice monster is a must-watch. He's got a ton of tips and resources, so be sure to check out the show notes for links to many of them. I have been following Michael for many years and was thrilled to have him as my guest. I hope you enjoy our conversation.  In this episode you’ll hear: Michael's attempt at creating a coaching practice and his discovery that he didn't enjoy coaching people all that much. How Michael helps people stay curious a little bit longer. Coaching is not an occasional formal intervention.  Helping you reframe your default response to advice-giving. We discuss the magic of social contracting. And, how to tame your advice monster.   Resources from this episode: Michael on LinkedIn Michael’s TEDx talk Coaching Habit The Advice Trap MBSWorks Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Let’s Fix Work Episode 96: If you've been to a conference over the past decade, you've seen Simon T. Bailey up on stage motivating you to be brilliant and be your best. He is a Breakthrough Strategist whose life's purpose is to teach 1 billion+ people how to be fearless and create their future. By nature, I am a cynical woman. I’ve seen Simon speak and have listened to his message. When I do, I get a little bit more optimistic. He is truly one of the most inspirational speakers of our time. I am excited and honored to have him as my guest this week on the show. In addition to presenting inspiring and powerful keynotes, Simon is the author of several books that encourage readers to live a brilliant life. His latest book, Be the Spark: Five Platinum Service Principles for Creating Customers for Life, walks readers through how to attract and retain customers in a growing global market as well as become the spark that creates change.  Today we talk about customer service, how to enjoy work, and how to love your life.  In this episode you’ll hear: Simon shares what it is like to be an inspirational speaker and how he finds inspiration when he is feeling uninspired. How to ensure we have a culture where men and women can be their best version of themselves.  Why Spark is the new engagement. It shifts the way we view and achieve leadership. Not getting what you need from that socially inept leader? Simon shares some advice on how you can become the spark you need. Moving past the pervasiveness to get things out to the market right away and how to find passion, again. The power in rehearsing the future in the present. How to fall back in love with work, short of quitting.   Resources from this episode: Be the Spark  Release Your Brilliance  Shift Your Brilliance Simon’s website Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 95: What's up with school lunches? How can we make them better? You may be asking yourself, “What do school lunches have to do with fixing work, Laurie?” Well, in today’s episode, you’ll learn how one company is working to bring better food and nutrition to schools and how these efforts led the founder to fix work for himself.  In this episode I am joined by Dan Giusti, Founder and CEO of Brigaid. He is the former Head Chef of Noma (the best restaurant in the world) and who now works in school kitchens. Since 2016, Brigaid has collaborated with K through 12 school districts to support and elevate the quality of their child nutrition programs. Brigaid has also expanded its reach to encompass institutional foodservice operations of all kinds. Their mission is to change what is expected of food served in these public spaces.  Dan left his job at Noma to pursue a passion to cook for people who really need and deserve high-quality food. Dan is the essence of someone who has fixed work by trying to align himself with his values and to go out into the market and make magic happen. In this episode you’ll hear: Why Dan decided to leave Noma and use his chef skills in conjunction with his current passion as Founder of Brigaid. How Dan and the Brigaid chefs are making school lunches better. Some of the unique challenges Brigaid faces partnering with and working within institutionalized kitchens and settings. Life and leadership lessons from the kitchen, some of what Dan has learned and has taken with him as a leader of Brigaid. How Dan and his team measure their work’s success. All about the food Brigaid chefs are making for school lunches and some of the items Dan decided to take off school menus including kale chips, ambitious meatloaves, and sandwiches. Dan says, “You can make a sandwich really well and take your time to make it nice and presented properly and cut it well.” [...] “I'm proud that when we make sandwiches, they look really great.” Dan’s plans for expanding his mission and how Brigaid is ready to apply what they’ve learned beyond school districts.   Resources from this episode: Brigaid Brigaid on Instagram Dan on Instagram Dan Giusti on Linkedin Noma - Copenhagen 070: Taking Risks and Saying Yes with Jeff Gordinier Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 94: This week’s episode features Asha Curran, Co-Founder and CEO of Giving Tuesday. Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement that unleashes the power of people in organizations to transform their communities and the world. I'm a fan of big ideas and people who are out there making a difference in the world. Asha is this person.  Historically, Giving Tuesday was associated with the American Holiday of Thanksgiving but, in recent years, this has changed. It’s more than a hashtag. It’s more than a holiday ritual. It’s an organization and a movement. In this episode, Asha shares the history and the roots of Giving Tuesday, where it is today and where it's headed tomorrow. So, if you'd like to hear a conversation with someone about philanthropy, corporate social responsibility, and how generosity can change the world of work, tune into this episode of Let’s Fix Work.    In this episode you’ll hear: Asha defines Giving Tuesday, what it is, and how it came to be. The history of Giving Tuesday including its start at 92nd Street Y.  Some surprising stats and figures about the organization. For example, in 2019, nearly $2 billion was donated on Giving Tuesday. What it's like to work at Giving Tuesday and what is involved in running this organization. Asha explains why she believes everybody can bond online over philanthropy. How Asha is working within the community and talking about the future of work.  The concept of generosity in the workplace, bringing it into every interaction, and how it can change the world of work. How organizations, companies, and brands can participate in Giving Tuesday (which takes place in 2020 on December 1st).    Resources from this episode:Asha Curran on LinkedIn Giving Tuesday Giving Tuesday on Instagram Giving Tuesday on Facebook Giving Tuesday on LinkedIn 92nd Street Y Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 93: This week I am introducing you to Barry O’Reilly, a business advisor, entrepreneur, and author who has pioneered the intersection of business model innovation, product development, organizational design, and culture transformation. Barry authored both Unlearn and Lean Enterprise. If this isn’t enough cred, he is also the founder of ExecCamp plus faculty at Singularity University. He is truly a super cool guy.  Barry is an expert on how to question your beliefs and how to unlearn things. During the episode, we talk about learning your assumptions, your beliefs, and the things you thought to be true which may not be true. Next, we take all of these things and discuss how each may be holding you back personally and professionally. Barry has some practical tools, tips, and techniques to help you move yourself towards greater success in your career and in your life. Tune into this episode of Let’s Fix Work to learn how to achieve your goals and how to stop failing over and over.    In this episode you’ll hear: What it means to unlearn something and how you can do it. How to identify what's outdated and what's still working in your personal and professional lives.  Some circumstances which cause you to fail plus how to unlearn the things getting in your way of success. How it is important to ask yourself, “What would be my success story?” Why it’s important to think big when you are working to unlearn something. How leaders and corporations can look at unlearning differently.   Resources from this episode:Unlearn How High Performance Organizations Innovate at Scale Barry O’Reilly on LinkedIn Barry’s Blog Barry’s Unlearn Podcast Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Let’s Fix Work Episode 92: On today's show, I'm speaking to Elena Valentine, the Co-Founder, CEO, and Servant Leader of Skill Scout, a Chicago-based filmmaking company. Elena and her colleagues are workplace documentarians—they tell workplace stories. What's a workplace story? Well, it could be a video on a careers page. It could be a film attached to a job description. Or, it could be a welcome video on your first day of work.  Listen in as Elena and I talk about the many different work environments and how every job has a purpose and a story behind it. If you're interested in a far-ranging discussion about workplace identity, tune into this episode of Let’s Fix Work.    In this episode you’ll hear: BTS (behind the scenes) of a workplace filmmaker, what they do and how they do it. How social justice and equality intersect in workplace storytelling. Bridging the gap between HR departments and people in power with those doing the work. How Elena became a workplace filmmaker and why this is important to her. Elena answers the question, “Are there work environments that lend themselves to better stories compared to others?” The ethical dilemma of being asked to work with a company or organization whose values, mission, or viewpoints don’t necessarily match your values or those of your company.   Resources from this episode: Skill Scout Skill Scout on YouTube Elena on Twitter Elena on LinkedIn Laurie on Instagram Laurie on LinkedIn Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Let’s Fix Work Episode 87 This week my BFF, Jennifer McClure, joins me on the podcast. Jennifer is a professional speaker and business advisor. She helps leaders embrace the future of work and leverage their influence to create positive, lasting change in and through their organizations. She is also the CEO of DisruptHR, an information exchange designed to energize, inform, and empower people in the HR field.  Today’s episode is a great representation of what happens when Jennifer and I get together to chat. We typically start off on one topic, in this case it was my book writing and publishing journey, and move on to the next, in a somewhat rapid-fire succession. You’ll hear us chat about work, including our 2020 work outlook and epiphanies about time management. We also discuss burnout and rethinking the way we view business. So if you want to hear two BFFs talk about the importance of slowing down, our outlook on work in 2020, and some other random topics, then relax and enjoy this episode of Let’s Fix Work.    In this episode, you’ll hear: About Laurie’s book writing journey, the editing process, and what to expect in the new year and beyond Goodreads and Amazon as incredibly important platforms for authors and how Laurie’s publishing team is prepping for her book launch later next year Where in the world is Jennifer McClure? Some of the sights and sounds she will be traveling to in 2020 Jennifer’s epiphanies around time management, which she had while recovering from a horse-riding accident What we are excited about for 2020, including doing things a little bit differently in our lives, including getting a bit more sober and taking a time Sabbath     Resources from this episode: Jennifer McClure Impact Makers Podcast Emerald City Productions Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Let’s Fix Work Episode 82 Earlier this year I was invited to speak to a bunch of corporate executives about the future of work. I was there as the special guest expected to bring some new ideas on how to rethink and re-imagine the world of human resources. I love these opportunities because it gives me a chance to try out new material. I decided to talk about something I've been thinking about for a long time. What if the CEO ran human resources? What would happen in your company if your CEO woke up tomorrow and suddenly decided to run human resources? Sure, it could mean a big disruption and there would be a huge learning curve for most CEOs. If you're a CEO, you may be thinking you would be way too busy to run the HR department. In this episode, I explore what the world of Human Resources would look like if we passed the reins to the CEO. Sure, your reaction listening to this episode may turn out just like the audience I presented this topic to; they were mad. They even heckled me. They thought it was a stupid idea. All of this tells me I'm on to something good. So if you are interested in exploring what a human resources department run by a CEO might look like, then sit back and listen to this episode of Let’s Fix Work.  In this episode, you’ll hear: There needs to be a re-imagining of the world of HR, why not give it to the CEO When your CEO runs human resources, it breaks down this notion that there are people and then there are profits As a leader, you cannot guarantee that people are having a good experience at work unless you have a direct line of sight and accountability into that function Why I'm in love with the idea that CEOs should run the human resources department Ask the person who is the most creative, most powerful, and most responsible for fixing work to run the HR department, the CEO Resources from this episode: Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 81 One of the crowning jewels in the life here in North Carolina is the N.C. State Fair. I've lived in a lot of places. I've bounced around a lot. I've even lived abroad. Up until the time I moved down to Raleigh, I had never been to a state fair. I didn’t know what I had been missing. Let me tell you, the N.C. State Fair is an interesting intersection of agriculture industry, artistry, high fat, and high fructose corn syrup food. Today, I'm talking to Heather Overton, Assistant Director of Communications for the N.C. State Fair Press Office and our go to concierge for the N.C. State Fair. So how does this mega-event come together? What's it all about? Why do people keep coming back? What makes the N.C. state fair so special? Heather will be helping us answer all of these questions and more. So if you like fried food, livestock competitions, or landscape exhibits and are interested in learning how it all comes together, then sit back and listen to this episode of Let’s Fix Work.  In this episode, you’ll hear: What’s new in 2019 at the N.C. State Fair and what makes it such an important event  The philosophy behind the Fair pivoting away from Hollywood-type acts and moving towards local entertainment instead The Fair as a unifying force in the community All about the food: what's new, what's exciting and what's returning. Plus, Food Lion Hunger Relief Day N.C. State Fair staff, who puts it on, how it’s run and the planning cycle Reflecting on the Fair and how it is rooted in North Carolina’s agricultural industry and history Resources from this episode: NC State Fair NJ State Fair Press Office Heather Overton Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 80 Have you heard of Lil Bub? If not, let me introduce you to her. She is a published author, a talk show host, a movie star, and has helped raise well over $300,000 for animals in need. In 2011, she went viral and became an internet sensation. Oh yeah, and she’s a cat.   Yes, you read that correctly. Lil Bub is a special needs cat, in fact. She suffers from an extreme form of dwarfism, making her a permanent kitten with stubby legs, no teeth and the inability to use the litter box on her own. So her owner, Mike Bridavsky, helps her with everything, including running the day-to-day business of Lil BUB.  Alright, you may be wondering what an amazing cat and her owner have to do with my podcast. Well, they are a fascinating example of using work to help make the world a better place. So I went down to Bloomington, Indiana, to learn everything I could about the work and business of Lil Bub. And of course, I wanted to meet Lil Bub too. She did not disappoint. So if you're interested in the business of Lil Bub or what it's like to have an internet-famous cat, sit tight and listen to this episode of Let’s Fix Work.  In this episode, you’ll hear: The story of how Mike and Lil Bub met and how she became a very special part of Mike’s life How and when Mike realized he had a famous cat on his hands and how he felt about the internet fame Lil Bub’s purpose through the eyes of Mike What Lil Bub has taught Mike when it comes to caring for a cat with special needs and how what he has learned can be applied to his business How Lil Bub and Mike have been able to donate $700k to charities How Mike learned to maneuver through the complexities and legalities of building off of Lil Bub’s internet fame to create a business that helps charities Is the internet all bad? Mike answers my question, “Are there glimmers of hope through the internet?” Mike talks about multitasking, running a music production studio, and what he is doing to get the balance right Resources from this episode: Lil BUB website Lil Bub on Instagram Help Tiny Tim through Waggle Foundation World's Cutest Cat: Bub, Toothless and Stubby-Legged Kitten, Videos Go Viral Bub, Toothless and Stubby-Legged Kitten, Goes Viral (ABC News) Why Is Lil Bub Such a Famous Cat? It's in Her Blood. Literally. (Wired) Lil Bub (Buzzfeed) Lil Bub (Vice) Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 79 I want to share a story with you this week. It starts out like this: a long time ago, I took an HR Advisor job for a well-known company, and the job sucked. It sucked the life out of me and it sucked my energy. It was downright horrible. And yet, I had an inkling, on the day it was offered, that the choice may be a bad one. But I moved forward because I had a pile of student debt to pay off. And while I did gain some experience and worked on national and international levels, it was not all it was cracked up to be. The biggest lesson from that tumultuous time in my worklife was this: I did not have to take that job and when I realized it was a bad fit, I didn't have to stay with it. So this week on the show, the guest is me and I'm talking about putting yourself first, taking control of your career, and being your own HR representative. There is no leadership without self-leadership. So if you're looking around and you're waiting for someone to be the person to make a change, look in the mirror because that person is you. Now sit back and listen to this week’s eye-opening episode of Let’s Fix Work.  In this episode, you’ll hear: How I let money drive my decision, realizing later that had I just fixed my relationship with money, I could have had a different relationship with work (and you can too) Realizing you are the only person who can fix work for you If you are unhappy in your career, you can make a plan, you can invest in yourself, and you can invest in your wellbeing Acknowledging if you're looking for work and you take something only because of money, you're complaisant Understanding the era of learned helplessness is over Resources from this episode: Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 78 One of my biggest professional regrets in the world of HR was not having a mentor. I'm not alone. Many of you don't have mentors either and I know it because you email me and ask me questions about how to find a mentor. Or you ask what to do once you have a mentor, how not to lose that person or mess that relationship up. Since I'm not qualified to answer questions about mentorship, I thought I would invite an expert onto the show who can. This week's guest is Mike Sipple, Jr. who is a mentor to mentors, seriously. Mike is the President of Centennial, Inc., the Founder and CEO of the Talent Magnet Institute and he's the host of the Talent Magnet Institute podcast. That's a lot of jobs. I don't know how this man finds time to mentor, but he does. He mentors many people within human resources and recruiting. He teaches mentorship, he instructs, he leads, and he guides. And he is working to elevate the way mentorship is delivered in organizations all across the world. So if you want to raise your game as a worker, as a leader, as a human being or maybe, as a mentor, sit tight and listen to this episode of Let’s Fix Work.  In this episode, you’ll hear: Why mentorship and mentoring is so important to Mike Holistic leadership and the importance of being focused on our whole selves What makes someone qualified to be a good mentor and Mike answers the question, “Can you be a good mentor if you are not a leader?” Where to find a mentor and how to ask someone to be your mentor The importance of taking an active role in learning and how to best prepare for a meeting with your mentor The appropriate amount of meetings that you should have with a formal mentor  The difference between a mentor and a coach Knowing when it’s time to pivot or move on from your current mentor How to know when a mentor/mentee relationship is going well versus some signs when it’s not “Life is not a solo sport. If you feel like you're the only one, like you're by yourself, that it is a solo sport and no one understands, now is a wonderful time to seek out a mentor.” Mike Sipple, Jr. Resources from this episode: Connect with Mike, join his community, and become a talent magnet at: www.mikesipplejr.com Laurie on Instagram Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie Episode 76: Enterprise Podcast Strategies with Danny Ozment Jennifer McClure Michael Hyatt Jean Lauterbach *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 77 This week, my guest is someone very special to me: my husband, Ken. Today we have a fun conversation about a 1998 trip we took to California and how we could not agree on modern art. Through this, we discovered how people don’t always agree on art and culture; and why we don’t actually need to agree in order to get along.  So how do art and culture relate to work? Well, we also discuss hiring and culture, and how that is manifested at work. How is your company using the word “culture” within the corporate context? This topic of “culture” within the workplace needs so much attention. This episode focuses on gaining clarity on the topic of “culture” and the importance of asking the real questions you need to have answered about a company. So if you’re interested in gaining a clearer perspective on “culture” and how that can happen at your office, be sure to listen to this week’s episode of Let’s Fix Work. In this episode, you’ll hear: Some details about our trip to California and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, as well as some of the pieces that stood out to us The importance of culture and art with regard to differing opinions and the one piece of modern art in particular that we discussed at length that bugged my husband, Ken, and his struggle to label it is art Ken’s view of culture at work - what it’s like to communicate with each other and be a part of the team The importance of asking the real, specific, honest questions about work that you want answered and not to erode the meaning of the word “culture” Some companies do not have a culture, and if they do, it varies from one location to another The need to look at company culture honestly and why companies may need to do audits to understand culture and motivation Resources from this episode: Hiring for Culture is Broken Presentation SFMOMA.ORG Dan Flavin, the diagonal of May 25, 1963, 1963 at SFMOMA  Ackland Art Museum Brittany Runs a Marathon Alamo Drafthouse Cinema - Raleigh Laurie on Instagram Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

This week on the podcast, I'm sharing an interview I did on the podcast Let's Fix Work with Laurie Ruettimann. If you are wondering what podcasting has to do with work, well, I often get asked questions about enterprise podcasting. Questions like, “How do we do this in our organization?” “How do we have a podcast where the CEO talks to the employees, but we keep it confidential?” Or, “How do we have a podcast for the marketing department to let other departments within the organization know the cool things that we're working on?”  In this interview we talk about individual and enterprise podcast strategies that work. So if you're interested in employee communications, if you want to help people communicate more effectively, if you want to foster creativity, collaboration, and transparency, I think podcasting might be a solution for you.  Resources from the episode: Key Takeaways from the episode Edison Research Pantsuit Politics Podcast Lance Armstrong’s THEMOVE Podcast Lance Armstrong’s The Forward Podcast Discovery call with Danny   Connect with Laurie: Laurie on Instagram Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie   Connect with Danny: Danny Ozment’s Podcast Strategies and Website Emerald City Productions Danny on LinkedIn Danny on Instagram  

Let’s Fix Work Episode 76 This week on the podcast, we are going “meta” because my podcast producer Danny Ozment of Emerald City Productions is my special guest. If you are wondering what podcasting has to do with work, well, I often get asked questions about individual podcasting and enterprise podcasting. Questions like, “How do we do this in our organization?” “How do we have a podcast where the CEO talks to the employees, but we keep it confidential?” Or, “How do we have a podcast for the marketing department to let other departments within the organization know the cool things that we're working on?” And I don't really have any of those answers. But my fantastic podcast producer, Danny, does have the answers. So today we talk about individual and enterprise podcast strategies that work. As well as who Danny is and how he got into podcasting, we also go through some of my listeners’ questions on what this wide world of podcasting is and how it can help to fix work. So if you're interested in employee communications, if you want to help people communicate more effectively, if you want to foster creativity, collaboration, and transparency, I think podcasting might be a solution for you. So sit back, and listen to this episode of Let’s Fix Work. In this episode, you’ll hear: Danny’s “why” for why he works in podcasting, why podcasts are the one good form of new media for one long conversation and for sharing real stories. The growth and popularity of podcasting More than 50% of Americans listen to podcasts, and that number has been rising for 10 years. Of those, 90% consume at least half of the episode. What enterprise podcasting is and how podcasts can be protected inside a business to keep information confidential. Why corporations are choosing podcasting as a vehicle to communicate important messages. How a podcast happens at work and the main element needed to create one.  The basic necessary equipment and process to record and produce a podcast. Resources from this episode: Danny Ozment’s Podcast Strategies and Website Emerald City Productions Danny on LinkedIn Danny on Instagram Laurie on Instagram Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie Edison Research Pantsuit Politics Podcast Lance Armstrong’s THEMOVE Podcast Lance Armstrong’s The Forward Podcast

This week I’d like to introduce you to Julie Zhuo. Julie is the VP of Product Design at Facebook and the author of the new book, The Making of a Manager: What To Do When Everyone Looks to You. Julie was also the first ever intern at Facebook in 2006. Yes, that’s right! And now she's VP of Product Design. It's her job to make Facebook look great. I first met Julie almost a year ago at the Watermark Conference for Women in Silicon Valley, an event where a bunch of smart, powerful, and successful women come together to brainstorm how to take over the world. I joined Julie for a panel about “managing up,” which is basically making the people ahead of you or above you, on the organizational chart, happier. During our conversation, I was excited to learn she was writing a book about managers and knew immediately I wanted to have her on the podcast as a guest when her book came out. And, well, here we are! On today's episode, Julie and I talk about the difference between managers and leaders, as well as organizational trust. Plus, we tackle a topic that we've tackled on the show before, but Julie has some pretty specific ideas around it; and that's feedback. So if you're interested in hearing about managers, leaders, and some nuanced ideas about feedback, then sit back and listen to this episode of Let’s Fix Work. In this episode, you’ll hear: What inspired Julie to write the book, “Making of a Manager”  Why people overcomplicate the world of management How and why the lines between manager and therapist seem to be blurred these days The difference between leadership and management  About the point in Julie’s career when she moved from manager to leader and how she knew she actually made the jump The three things that managers should be thinking about about every day How Julie’s book can be helpful for professionals who don't have access to management or leadership training; plus she answers the question, “Do you need to take classes in order to be a good manager?” About how our culture doesn't know how to give feedback, discerning the good from the bad, and what great feedback looks like Resources from this episode: The Making of a Manager: What to Do When Everyone Looks to You Power Players: the most important Facebook execs you've never heard of Julie Zhuo’s morning routine Julie Zhuo on LinkedIn Julie’s website Watermark Conference for Women Laurie on Instagram  Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 74 We talk about and “remember” 9/11 in America in a very callous way, without truly remembering that nearly 3,000 people died at work. Nearly 3,000 people.  The 2996 project aims to remember those people. For years, I've been writing about Claudia Martinez Foster. Claudia had a fun life.  She wanted to start a family. She loved children. She loved makeup.  She had a job on the 105th floor of Tower One, World Trade Center. And, she lost her life on September 11th, 2001, at work.  I will never stop writing or talking about Claudia.  This week I wanted to share with you my thoughts on old Labor Day traditions, the emergence of the “new” Labor Day and remembering 9/11.  If the topic of terrorism is hard for you (as it is for many of us) or you’ve lost someone on 9/11, this episode might be one you want to skip.  In this episode, you’ll hear: My memorial to Claudia Martinez Foster Why the idea of Labor Day as a union holiday is an old and stupid idea The new Labor Day, a day for remembering, a day of service and moving towards self-awareness A reminder that you have a chance to do something great, don’t blow it Resources from this episode: Claudia Foster, 26, broker's assistant, loved children Claudia Martinez Memorial It’s Important to Remember Cocktails Before the Collapse Project 2996 And on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Project2996/   Laurie on Instagram Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 73 Do you love having five jobs? Do you love chasing down invoices and getting four hours of sleep a night because you're worried about the future? Yeah, I didn’t think so. In fact, nobody probably really loves any part of the side hustle. More on that in a moment. But first, meet this week’s guest, Mary Ellen Slayter. She's the Founder and CEO of Rep Cap Media, a B2B Marketing agency focused on helping their clients create leads, sales, and revenue. Of course, Mary Ellen is so much more than that. She's a scientist. She's a journalist. She's a former writer at the Washington Post. And she's also a mother, a partner, and an absolute dear friend.  Mary Ellen is also someone who has a strong opinion on entrepreneurship and the hustle economy.  Now, I don't know when the word hustle emerged in our lexicon as a good thing, but Mary Ellen and I are here to tell you it is not a good thing. It is not a proper way to live your life. It's not a proper way to be connected to the people you love. And it certainly isn't a good way to run a business. So if you're interested in hearing about the side hustle (and why it’s actually no good) and thinking about solutions for the future of work, listen in to this episode of Let’s Fix Work.  In this episode, you’ll hear: What is causing the emergence and negative trend where we're just working all the time without stopping The driving force behind the hustle economy How the hustle economy affects men and women differently Some ways that we can fight the hustle Some sales advice from Mary Ellen Resources from this episode: Mary Ellen Slayter on LinkedIn Rep Cap Media https://www.12geniuses.com/ https://ryanestis.com/ Laurie on Instagram Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie     *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 72 This week’s episode is a bit different. Why? Well, I am the guest (and the host). I have some important things to share with you about Human Resources and I felt compelled to switch up the format a bit to get my message to you uninterrupted.  I dive into what Human Resources is and how some people may have a different view of what Human Resources is supposed to look like. I also share about the four quadrants of Human Resources (what they are and why they’re needed), and what makes a great Human Resources professional. What could the world of HR be if we had nothing to lose? Find out in this unique and high energy episode of Let’s Fix Work.  In this episode, you’ll hear: What Human Resources is (and what it should be) Some problems in HR and where they stem from The Four Quadrants of Human Resources What to do if you’re struggling in your career Resources from this episode: Read more from Laurie Work with Laurie Laurie on Instagram *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com