Podcasts about Mercer

What does it really take to reach the top of an organization? Beyond the glossy titles and corner offices lies a culture of sacrifice, long hours, and relentless client demands that shape modern leadership. In this episode, we sit down with Pat Tomlinson, CEO of Mercer, to explore the realities of work culture, the growing “996” trend of long hours, and the sacrifices it takes to rise to senior leadership. Pat shares candid reflections on his own work ethic and why hard work, visibility, and flexibility remain cornerstones for career growth, particularly in professional services. From there, the conversation expands into major workplace shifts—declining birth rates, longevity risk, and the mounting pressures on healthcare and retirement systems. We also discuss the war for talent, the evolving role of employee experience and wellness programs, and the balance between organizational support and individual accountability. Finally, we explore AI's impact on work, why productivity gains require redesigning jobs rather than bolting on technology, and the cultural challenges leaders face in adopting these tools.   ________________ Start your day with the world's top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

Human Capital Investment Strategy: Six Steps to Cultivate Potential and Yield Competitive Advantage by Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer https://www.amazon.com/Human-Capital-Investment-Strategy-Competitive/dp/B0FKNQ6TC5

It's a Reaction Monday on SDH AMAnd, most of the reaction is tied to the USMNT929TheGame's Abe Gordon bats leadoff on ATLUTD, the International break, and Columbus coming to townDan Orlowitz has an in-depth Japan National Team look andSoccerForUSPod's Bart Keeler looks at all his questions on the USMNT after the loss over the weekend

Arvind Ethan David is a writer and producer whose career began when he adapted Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency as his high school play, catching the attention of creator Douglas Adams. As an author, he has written seven graphic novels, including Raymond Chandler's Trouble is My Business (Pantheon, 2025) and the Stoker-nominated Darkness Visible. His debut novel, The Dread & The Envy will be released by Thomas & Mercer in 2026.In audio, he has written multiple chart Originals, the anthology science fiction series Earworms and The Crimes of Dorian Gray.  His original non-fiction audiobook Douglas Adams: The Ends of the Earth, was released in June 2025 and is now available..On stage, he produced the Grammy and Tony-winning Jagged Little Pill on Broadway and his musical play The Boy With Wings based on Lenny Henry's children's book has opened and is currently on stage in London.His television work includes  Anansi Boys (Amazon) and Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency (Netflix/AMC). In film, he has produced 9 features including the Asian Academy award winning The Garden of Evening Mists (HBO). He is also a principal of the production company Prodigal. Make sure to connect on Instagram with Avrind @arvind.davidYou can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, or visit my website ⁠www.drkatherinehayes.com⁠•••#authors #podcast #interview #apple #spotify #google #authorsofinstagram #books #read #reader #writerscommunity #listen #writer #write #mayhem #authorlife #author #bookstagram #blog #book #booklover #authorssupportingauthors #writersofinstagram #writers #readersofinstagram #readersofig #readersgonnaread #mystery #diversebooksmatter #AvrindDavid #The Infidel #Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency#JaggedLittlePill #RaymondChandler #TroubleIsMyBusiness #THE BOY WITH WINGS

A new Mercer survey projects that employer health benefit costs will rise 6.5% in 2026, marking the sharpest increase in 15 years. The report cites provider consolidation, inflation, rising medical wages and new technologies as key drivers. While many companies are pursuing cost-saving strategies, employees may still face higher deductibles and out-of-pocket expenses. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Delivering the Deal, Jeff Black sits downwith Dharmendra Singh, CEO of MergerWare, and Dhruv Mehra, Partner in Mercer's M&A Advisory practice, to explore how the Mercer–MergerWare alliance is transforming M&A deal management.Discover how innovative technology combined with human capital expertise streamlines complex integrations, accelerates decision-making, and maximizeslong-term value—especially in multi-country, high-stakes mergers. Tune in to learn real-world insights and best practices for navigating the future of deal execution.

Extreme heat, characterized by sustained periods of unusually high temperatures, poses significant health, economic, and social challenges globally, impacting people, infrastructure, and businesses worldwide. To effectively mitigate the risks associated with extreme heat, organizations must be proactive in how they prepare for, adapt to, and manage current and future heat-related challenges. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Jack Watt, Marsh McLennan's Swenja Surminski, Mercer's Tracy Watts, and Rachael Barza from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development discuss some of the challenges associated with extreme heat, as well as risk adaptation and explore management strategies that organizations should consider. You can access a transcript of the episode here. Read our report, Turning down the heat. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.

Roland Martin, Guido Hibdon and Kevin VanDam were the only people in history to ever win back to back Bassmaster Angler of the Year titles until last week, when Chris Johnston joined the club. Chris Johnston took a break from winning tournaments to join the podcast and discuss his historic season, the stress of competition, team fishing, fans, haters and of course his thoughts on the new Bassmaster Forward Facing rules. Some love them, some hate them but either way Chris Johnston does not care, he just wants to fish!

Roland Martin, Guido Hibdon and Kevin VanDam were the only people in history to ever win back to back Bassmaster Angler of the Year titles until last week, when Chris Johnston joined the club. Chris Johnston took a break from winning tournaments to join the podcast and discuss his historic season, the stress of competition, team fishing, fans, haters and of course his thoughts on the new Bassmaster Forward Facing rules. Some love them, some hate them but either way Chris Johnston does not care, he just wants to fish!

Dave Mercer (Facts of Fishing host, Elite Series Emcee, and host of the podcast Mercer) joins BTL to chat with Matt about a number of different topics.  

Welcome to Episode 40 of the Talent Intelligence Collective podcast! In this episode, Alan Walker, Alison Ettridge, and Toby Culshaw welcome Jen Allen Jardine, the self-proclaimed "SWP supergeek" and founder of Beyond the Eightball consultancy, who's currently bringing her strategic workforce planning expertise to HS2 after seven years of asking the uncomfortable questions that organisations need to hear.The episode opens with Toby analysing the results of the Talent Intelligence Collective's One and Done Challenge, revealing how AI-generated talent intelligence reports can produce dangerously convincing visualisations whilst harbouring significant data hallucinations. The discussion highlights how tech talent consistently skews results regardless of the actual prompt, and the critical importance of human expertise in validating AI outputs—with Patricia's inclusion of visa lead times demonstrating the nuanced thinking that distinguishes expert analysis from algorithmic suggestions.The news segment examines Saudi Arabia's remarkable skills week initiative, where they've mapped 8,500 skills across just 12 priority sectors as part of Vision 2030—a masterclass in national-level strategic workforce planning that prioritises focused action over comprehensive cataloguing. The conversation explores Mercer's Talent Trends report revealing that only 47% of employees believe their managers understand their skills gaps, whilst job-hoppers receive 16.4% salary increases compared to 5.6% for loyal employees—sparking debate about whether internal talent marketplaces or salary structures are the real retention culprit.Jen shares her unconventional journey from a working holiday visa in New Zealand to becoming one of the UK's leading SWP practitioners, including her experiences with airline scheduling complexities that cross the international date line and staffing hard-to-fill hospitals in rural Invercargill. Her definition of strategic workforce planning challenges conventional thinking: it's not about timeline horizons but about connecting every people intervention across the business to deliver organisational purpose sustainably and effectively.The conversation explores why organisations struggle with true strategic planning, with Jen arguing that both public and private sectors fail by seeking false certainty in an uncertain future. She advocates for scenario planning that embraces radical uncertainty—planning for multiple tomorrows rather than trying to predict a single future, using external market intelligence combined with internal knowledge to build organisational agility through constant iteration rather than perfect predictions.The episode concludes with Jen's three essential tips for SWP success: secure a "badass sponsor" (preferably the CEO) who can drive organisational change, use data to identify and challenge real pain points rather than assumed problems, and critically, start small despite pressure for comprehensive solutions. Her insight that managers often don't understand their teams' skills connects directly back to the Mercer findings, demonstrating how data maturity and decision-making courage are more important than perfect information.Until next time, stay agile, stay evidence-based, and most importantly, stay intelligent!As ever - big thanks to our sponsors: ⁠⁠⁠https://lightcast.io⁠⁠⁠

Today in the interrogation chair, it's Tony Wirt, author of SILENT CREEK, from Thomas & Mercer. Hear about how Tony went from self-publishing A NECESSARY ACT to landing a top agent and landing and getting book deal where where he gets to work with Gabino Iglesias. Also hear about our conversation in Denver earlier this year around a pinball machine in a bar where Jack Kerouac used to hang out. Welcome, to The Dossier Podcast! tonywirt.com | thewritersdossier.com | Voice Credit: Hillary Huber

Today in the interrogation chair, it's Tony Wirt, author of SILENT CREEK, from Thomas & Mercer. Hear about how Tony went from self-publishing A NECESSARY ACT to landing a top agent and landing and getting book deal where where he gets to work with Gabino Iglesias. Also hear about our conversation in Denver earlier this year around a pinball machine in a bar where Jack Kerouac used to hang out. Welcome, to The Dossier Podcast! tonywirt.com | thewritersdossier.com | Voice Credit: Hillary Huber

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tim Mercer. Author of Bootstrap Millionaire and CFO of Cadence Ventures, Inc.:

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tim Mercer. Author of Bootstrap Millionaire and CFO of Cadence Ventures, Inc.:

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tim Mercer. Author of Bootstrap Millionaire and CFO of Cadence Ventures, Inc.:

Pat Schlapper is a 5 time classic qualifier, a former Bass Nation National champion and a 2 time Bassmaster Elite Series Champion. Hot off his second Elite Series victory in just a few months, Schlapper joins the podcast and talks about turning his season around by taking notes and kicking Bass!

Nvidia's (NVDA) gigantic earnings report showed a beat in EPS, though data center revenue came slightly under the mark compared to Wall Street's estimates. Zeno Mercer says the report signals that it's now time to look "beyond" data centers, even as hyperscalers show demand through capex spending upwards of $100 billion. He talks about companies like AMD Inc. (AMD) and TSMC (TSM) as other companies investors should watch as potential new leaders in the A.I. space. He also talks about the evolving tech that can shape the landscape, like autonomous vehicles and robotics.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Pat Schlapper is a 5 time classic qualifier, a former Bass Nation National champion and a 2 time Bassmaster Elite Series Champion. Hot off his second Elite Series victory in just a few months, Schlapper joins the podcast and talks about turning his season around by taking notes and kicking Bass!

On this episode, Sam and Zach discuss:-3 Game Balls and a Flag from Week 0-Reacting to Nicholls knocking off No. 5 UIW-Thoughts on Mercer-UC Davis resulting in a no-contest due to lighting-Most intriguing Week 1 games. Will we see any FCS over FBS wins? Can Lehigh make a statement? How juicy is Sac State at SDSU?The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit HERO Sports for FCS coverage and BetMGM for online betting odds

Join Jordan, Commish, Pitt Girl, and Beth, along with our VP of Podcast Production Arthur. WE HAD FOOTBALL OH MY GOD, FARM O'GEDDON, missing field lines, turnovers, UIW struggles in Thibodaux, IDAHO STATE AND UNLV - BIG SKY BANGERS, Tarleton running HOT on sizzling field Portland, competent Kansas and their NEW BOOTH, WKU, MAVERICK & LEGACY Punters, UC Davis and Mercer didn't happen flashes Neuralyzer, HAWAII Hopping on one leg for WALK OFF WINNER WITH A JAPANESE KICKER WHO LEARNED HOW TO KICK ON YouTube, The Sickos Top 30, OH LOBOS THE TURQUOISE IS SO NICE, then we do the SUPER SICKO SPINNING SELECTION SEASON PREVIEW FORECAST: SSSSSPF aka the 5SPF for the American Conference, Blake Harrell's railroad, UAB's former mascot, Rice "well actuallys" the JFK speech on Wikipedia, Tulsa was a University before Oklahoma was a state? South Florida's interesting opening games and much, much more!!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today in the interrogation chair, it's U.S. Navy lawyer turned thriller writer, K.T. Konkoly with her debut novel, ADRIFT. Does her last name sound familiar? It should. K.T. joins another Konkoly already in the Dossier family. Learn how K.T. went from the navy's JAG office in San Diego, to becoming a east coast lawyer in Maine ... but why she passed her bar exam in New Jersey of all places. With her impressive debut from Thomas and Mercer out on 8/26/25, K.T. talks about her thrilling new novel, ADRIFT, and her lead character, Kari Sharpe. Welcome to The Dossier Podcast. ktkonkoly.com | thewritersdossier.com | Voice credit: Hillary Huber

Réécoutez le FG mix avec Mercer du lundi 25 août 2025

Around this time every year, dozens of parents of high school prospects ask IL's Terry Foy some version of the question, "How does recruiting work?" In an effort to round out that answer, he's interviewing a series of DI men's lacrosse coaches about their process, continuing with Mercer head coach Ryan Danehy. With a career as an assistant that included stops in the Big Ten, Ivy and Patriot Leagues and nearly two years as the national director for one of the sport's biggest high school club networks, Danehy has a wealth of perspectives as he's now in year three as a head coach in the ASUN. As a result, Danehy and Foy cover a wave of topics, probably mostly focused on the role geography plays in his strategy, but also touching on things like NIL and the future of DI lacrosse.

On this episode of The Bluebloods, Zach McKinnell and Timothy Rosario from FCS Football Central recap all the FCS football action from Week 0. The duo discusses Nicholls' shocking upset over UIW, North Carolina Central's dominant win vs Southern, Idaho State's near-FBS upset against UNLV, and Tarleton State's historic shutout of Portland State. The two also debate whether we should hit the panic button on Incarnate Word? How good could Nicholls be after a massive Top 5 upset? Is Tarleton State a national contender after an impressive performance? All this & more right here on The Bluebloods!

In this Week's Akem's Analysis, Samuel Akem goes through all the games from Week 0 and give his assessment on what we saw! The good, the bad, and the ugly. 0:00 - Intro 2:03 - 8 UC Davis vs 11 Mercer Reaction 4:04 - Idaho State vs UNLV Reaction 25:21 - 5 Incarnate Word vs Nicholls Reaction 41:02 - Big Sky vs MVFC In Allegiant Stadium (2027 & 2029) 45:10 - Should Preseason Polls Be Finished? 1:00:48 - Final Thoughts 1:03:28 - End

Joe DeLeone & Sean Anderson react to the full slate of Week 0 FCS football games including Tarleton's strong first outing, Nicholls shocking Incarnate Word & the now-voided UC Davis Mercer clash  

As private markets have evolved, investors have shifted their approach away from a one-size-fits-all portfolio structure focused on closed end funds towards more bespoke constructions. Alongside this, liquidity concerns amongst both LPs and GPs have prompted a strategic reassessment of the role co-investments and secondary transactions play in modern portfolios, shifting them from the periphery of private markets to central tools for portfolio construction. Meanwhile, the increasing democratisation of private markets encourages evermore semi-liquid fund structures to enter the market to cater to a new investor client base. Join Matt Vokes, US Alternatives Investment Leader, and his guests Mike Forestner, Global Chief Investment Officer for Private Markets, Gurjeet Dosanjh, Real Assets Investment Director, and Heather Brooks, Real Estate Investment Director, as they discuss this structural evolution in private markets and explore the different pressures from LPs and GPs driving them forward. This content is for institutional investors and for information purposes only. It does not contain investment, financial, legal, tax or any other advice and should not be relied upon for this purpose. The materials are not tailored to your particular personal and/or financial situation. If you require advice based on your specific circumstances, you should contact a professional adviser. Opinions expressed are those of the speakers as of the date of the recording, are subject to change without notice and do not necessarily reflect Mercer's opinions. This does not constitute an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities, commodities and/or any other financial instruments or products or constitute a solicitation on behalf of any of the investment managers, their affiliates. For the avoidance of doubt, this is not formal investment advice to allow any party to transact. Additional advice will be required in advance of entering into any contract. Read our full important notices - click here

Joe DeLeone & Sean Anderson give their first FCS weekly preview of the season. That means the return of the UWU games of the week & FCEstimates. For week 0 the show previews UC Davis - Mercer & UIW - Nicholls

On the Thursday, August 21st edition of Georgia Today: A Georgia paper mill announces plans to close, eliminating more than 1-thousand jobs; State lawmakers consider ways to help people quit smoking; And a new documentary tells the story of a woman who fifty years ago was denied an exhibition in Mercer University's art gallery because she was black. 

4-time Bassmaster Classic Champion, the legendary Rick Clunn​⁠ returns to the show and shares just a few of his many Clunn-Clusions on the Angler of the Year race between Chris Johnston and Trey McKinney. But that's not all! We are also joined by Bassmaster videographer, Jake Latendresse with the ultimate Bassmaster behind-the-scenes show, Jake's Take from Lake St Clair where he shared the boat with Takumi Ito, Easton Fothergill and Brandon Palaniuk. Wait! There is more - Australian Bassmaster Open pro Tommy Wood stops by to let us know Where in the World is Tommy Wood.

In the first hour of the show Dave and Jason start with Leading Off, get into Safe or Out, and talked with UC Davis Football Head Coach Tim Plough before Davis' first game of the season against Mercer.

On this episode of The Bluebloods, Zach McKinnell and Timothy Rosario from FCS Football Central preview all the FCS football action on the Week 0 slate. The duo discusses the massive Top 15 matchup between No. 8 UC Davis and No. 11 Mercer, the MEAC/SWAC Challenge in Atlanta, the major Southland Conference battle between Nicholls and No. 5 Incarnate Word, and whether Tarleton State can meet the lofty preseason expectations against Portland State. All this & more right here on The Bluebloods!

4-time Bassmaster Classic Champion, the legendary Rick Clunn​⁠ returns to the show and shares just a few of his many Clunn-Clusions on the Angler of the Year race between Chris Johnston and Trey McKinney. But that's not all! We are also joined by Bassmaster videographer, Jake Latendresse with the ultimate Bassmaster behind-the-scenes show, Jake's Take from Lake St Clair where he shared the boat with Takumi Ito, Easton Fothergill and Brandon Palaniuk. Wait! There is more - Australian Bassmaster Open pro Tommy Wood stops by to let us know Where in the World is Tommy Wood.

Cynthia Bentzen-MercerHuman Capital Potentialist: Working at the intersection of organizational strategy and soul purposeToday's guest is Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer—a human capital strategist, board-certified executive coach, and USA Today bestselling author. With over 30 years of executive experience, Cynthia has advised CEOs, executive teams, and multi-generational enterprises on how to align talent strategy with business growth, lead cultural transformation, and turn workforce investment into a sustainable competitive advantage.Known for working at the intersection of strategy and soul, Cynthia helps organizations unlock the full value of their workforce—and individuals realize the full power of their potential. She coaches high-capacity leaders to reconnect with purpose, reclaim their voice, and lead from alignment, not exhaustion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's Akem's Analysis, we talked about the upcoming games in the Big Sky as well as the rest of the FCS. UC Davis vs Mercer is the biggest game of the weekend, and it will tell us a lot about what to expect from UC Davis this season. The FCS Stats Perform Preseason poll gives us an idea of how many ranked opponents each Big Sky team will be playing. What does that look like this season? Ace Sauerwein talked about his top 9 Montana football players of the last 9 years on The Daily Drive. Are there any players missing? 0:00 - Intro 4:09 - Week 0 Preview: UC Davis/Mercer, ISU/UNLV, TSU/PSU, UIW/Nicholls 22:29 - Coach Hauck Comments On The State of CFB 28:05 - The Top 9 Players of the Last 9 Seasons? 34:22 - Ranked Big Sky Matchups For 2025 42:49 - Causeway Classic Going Away? 46:10 - 7 Teams Most Likely To Win 1st FCS Title 50:06 - SP+ Rankings Compared to The FCS Stats Perform 1:01:15 - Efton Chism III BALLING For The Patriots 1:02:49 - Final Thoughts 1:05:55 - End 

Jack is joined by Cole, Eli and Mercer to talk some ball! They start by drafting all 32 for who will have the most wins and then end the show with a take purge where they throw out a bunch of crazy takes 

In this episode, I speak with Jamie Mercer, Chief Product Officer at Trusted Housesitters, the global pet care and travel marketplace disrupting two industries at once. Jamie has previously held senior product roles at VoucherCodes, Skyscanner, Student Beans and IVC Evidensia, and now leads product at a scale-up known for putting trust at the heart of its community-driven business. We cover a lot, including: TrustedHousesitters' unique proposition - a two-sided marketplace mixing travel and pet sitting, where both pet owners and sitters pay a subscription to help create mutual trust and respect. Scaling through word of mouth - 70-75% of members join via a friend, and how the team are working to amplify that growth while keeping trust at the centre. Balancing marketplace dynamics - keeping supply and demand in sync, supporting new sitters with no ratings, and using AI and personalisation to build confidence. Using AI responsibly - from accelerating customer insight analysis to improving customer support, AI speeds up decision-making but always in service of company strategy. Building empowered product teams - why Jamie invested early in product ops and product marketing instead of hierarchy, and how she's now preparing to scale with Product Directors. Commercial product management - the importance of PMs with business acumen who can link solving customer problems with driving commercial outcomes. Executive alignment as the hardest (and most valuable) job - why alignment across the C-suite is the best air cover a leader can provide for their teams. Lessons from leadership - why some of the hardest decisions are killing months of work, the surprise of soft skills dominating the CPO role, and why leadership still matters in the AI era. Check out Trusted Housesitters Check out Trusted Housesitters' website: https://trustedhousesitters.com/, or their careers page: https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/careers/. Connect with Jamie You can connect with Jamie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiemercer/.

Réécoutez le FG mix avec Mercer & Tony Romera du jeudi 14 août 2025

Thursdays are for In The Circle powered by SixFour3. Today, we head back to Fort Myers for a chat with new FGCU assistant coach Devyn Flaherty. She reflects on her time coaching under Lindsay Fico at both Mercer and Florida Gulf Coast. Flaherty also discusses her playing career at Florida State and her summer with the WPF's Orlando Monarchs.Eric and Victor then share their thoughts on the latest rule changes announced Wednesday. Needless to say, the guys are split on the double-base ruling.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

20 year old angling phenom, Trey McKinney just won his second Elite Series title in as many years. He is the reigning rookie of the year, he has ten top 10s, finished second at the Bassmaster Classic and is currently in a two-way tie for Angler of the Year. McKinney is one of the most scrutinized and polarizing pros on the water. He does nothing without eyeballs on him. The question is just how much does he have to win to Silence the haters?

20 year old angling phenom, Trey McKinney just won his second Elite Series title in as many years. He is the reigning rookie of the year, he has ten top 10s, finished second at the Bassmaster Classic and is currently in a two-way tie for Angler of the Year. McKinney is one of the most scrutinized and polarizing pros on the water. He does nothing without eyeballs on him. The question is just how much does he have to win to Silence the haters?

Evolving Leadership in a Tech-Driven Region In this episode, Michael chats with Mohamed—an Egyptian leader based in Saudi Arabia with a wealth of experience across the Middle East and Europe. The conversation explores the region's tech-fueled transformation and how it's reshaping business and leadership. With a young, dynamic population and a high-growth environment, the demand for leadership coaching is on the rise. Mohamed shared that leaders are realizing that information alone doesn't drive transformation—coaching does. Michael added that resilient leadership thrives in spaces where people feel empowered to adapt and grow, especially in today's fast-changing world. Coaching as a Catalyst for Leadership Growth Michael and Mohamed dive into why coaching is no longer optional—it's essential. Michael emphasized the power of being coachable and how reaching out to mentors can elevate a leader's impact. Mohamed echoed this, noting that one of the biggest hurdles in leadership development is working with individuals unwilling to learn. Together, they highlighted how coaching unlocks personal clarity and drives sustainable leadership growth—though not everyone is ready to embrace the process. From Fear to the Front of the Room: A Nurse's Speaking Breakthrough Michael shared an inspiring story of a nurse educator he once hired who struggled with public speaking. With encouragement and support, she stepped out of her comfort zone, pursued speaking opportunities, and eventually landed a leadership role in the healthcare system. The takeaway? When we identify and support the unique passions of our team, we unlock potential that transforms careers—and organizations. The Human Side of AI in Leadership AI may be changing how we work, but as Michael and Mohamed discussed, it can't replace the human elements of leadership—empathy, coaching, and connection. Mohamed shared thoughtful insights on the evolving role of AI in the workplace and the need for leaders to remain adaptable. Michael noted that while AI can supercharge productivity and creativity, the true essence of leadership will always be rooted in relationships. Global Impact: Mercer's Role in Leadership Development The episode wraps with a look at the global work Mohamed is doing with Mercer, helping shape the next generation of leaders through innovative coaching and development programs. He encourages listeners to connect with him on LinkedIn for more on Mercer's approach to building resilient, future-ready leaders around the world.   Mohamed Hamza is a renowned authority on leadership assessment and development. As a certified executive coach, facilitator, and assessor, he has made significant impacts across the GCC, Europe, and Africa. Mohamed currently designs and delivers cutting-edge leadership solutions to top clients as Senior Client Success Director at Mercer. With over 15 years of experience, Mohamed has coached over 3,000 leaders from future talents to C-suite executives in over 60 multinational organizations like PepsiCo, Microsoft, and Saudi ministries. He has trained 200+ professional coaches and established corporate academies generating multi-million dollar revenues. Mohamed holds coaching credentials from the International Coach Federation (PCC), Center for Creative Leadership, and Ashridge-Hult. Mohamed can share invaluable insights into leadership development, coaching, and building high-performing teams. His diverse experiences assessing and developing leaders globally across cultures allow him to discuss a wide range of relevant topics. Podcast hosts and audiences can expect practical wisdom and real-world examples from Mohamed's extensive expertise in this field. LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohamed-hamza-b9a54b28/ Website:  https://thetalententerprise.com/  

In this episode of the AI-evolution podcast, host Adriana O'Kain engages in a deep conversation with Jan Hutton, CEO of Australian Tourism Data Warehouse, and Ephraim Patrick, Partner at Mercer, about the transformative role of AI in business strategy and leadership. They discuss how AI has become central to strategic planning, the importance of fostering a culture of psychological safety for innovation, and the need for leaders to unlearn traditional mindsets to adapt to the rapidly changing landscape. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of curiosity, courage, and collaboration in navigating the complexities of AI adoption and the future of work.

Shaw Grigsby was the host of an award winning TV show, he has qualified for 16 Bassmaster Classics and has won 9 tour level events. Regardless if its television or tournaments, Shaw is truly one of the most entertaining pros on the water. This week Grigsby stops by the podcast to discuss his career and his recent retirement. But this is no tear-jerker because as Shaw says, when he looks at his career “it's hard not to smile”.

Top Stories for August 5th Publish Date: August 5th From The BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Tuesday, August 5th and Happy Birthday to Neil Armstrong I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia Gwinnett Tech program helps fill critical need for respiratory therapists Mercer Earns Commitment from Hebron Christian's Devon Caldwell School is back in session for Buford, Gwinnett students All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! Break 1: Kia MOG STORY 1: Gwinnett Tech program helps fill critical need for respiratory therapists Now more than ever, respiratory therapists are essential—hospitals, clinics, assisted-living facilities, you name it. They’re the ones keeping people breathing, literally. And Gwinnett Tech’s Respiratory Care program? It’s leading the charge. In just 14 months, students can earn an associate degree and step into a field where demand is sky-high. The program’s no joke—12-hour clinical shifts, classroom work, and prepping for national board exams. Grueling? Sure. But worth it. The accolades speak volumes: national awards, a 100% credentialing success rate, and partnerships with top hospitals. Classes start in January. Ready to make a difference? STORY 2: Mercer Earns Commitment from Hebron Christian's Devon Caldwell Hebron Christian’s Devon Caldwell is heading to Mercer University, making his commitment official on Sunday. And honestly? Mercer’s getting a star. Last season, Caldwell was unstoppable—1,458 rushing yards, 23 touchdowns, plus 12 catches for 121 yards and another score. Oh, and did we mention he helped lead Hebron to its first-ever state championship? Yeah, no big deal. But here’s the kicker: the guy’s not just a beast on the field. He’s rocking a 4.4 GPA. How does he even sleep? Mercer’s not just getting an athlete—they’re getting a leader, a workhorse, and, let’s be real, probably a future team captain. STORY 3: School is back in session for Buford, Gwinnett students August is here, and with it comes the bittersweet end of summer break. Sure, the heat’s still relentless, but for kids in Gwinnett County and Buford, it’s back to the grind—school’s in session. Buford students kicked things off Friday, while Gwinnett students headed back on Monday. This year, safety’s a big focus. Gwinnett’s adding weapons detection systems and more resource officers, while Buford’s enforcing clear book bags—no stickers allowed. Meanwhile, schools are getting upgrades: new labs, fresh roofs, and even a cafeteria makeover. Oh, and 15 schools have new principals. Drivers? Slow down. School zones are watching. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets STORY 4: William Byron saves fuel to the max in suspenseful NASCAR Cup win at Iowa Chaos, cautions, and a whole lot of fuel-saving magic. That’s how William Byron snagged his second win of the season Sunday at the Iowa Corn 350. Seriously, 144 laps on one tank? At a track where 100 laps is the norm? Unreal. Byron held off Chase Briscoe, Brad Keselowski, and Ryan Blaney in a nail-biter finish, crossing the line 1.192 seconds ahead. His No. 24 Chevy? It ran dry during the burnout—talk about cutting it close. Seven cautions in the final stage helped Byron stretch his fuel, while Briscoe and Keselowski couldn’t quite catch him. Next up? Watkins Glen. The Playoff race is heating up. STORY 5: Once the magnet that fueled Gwinnett’s growth, the Gwinnett County Public School System is working to get back on an even keel In 2014, Gwinnett County Public Schools snagged its second Broad Prize for Urban Education—a big deal, recognizing schools that lift up low-income and minority students. Only Gwinnett and Houston, Texas, have won it twice. But that was then. Since those glory days, Gwinnett’s changed—more people, more diversity, and a political shift that flipped the school board from Republican to Democratic control. With new leadership came new policies, and, well, growing pains. Critics point to leadership turnover (two fired superintendents in four years), discipline issues, and lagging reading scores. Supporters? They say the system’s evolving, not crumbling. Interim Superintendent Al Taylor is trying to steady the ship. “Stability doesn’t mean stagnation,” he says. The challenges are real—teacher retention, class sizes, absenteeism—but the board insists students remain the focus. School starts this week. The work continues. STORY 6: Eli White homers twice as Braves take checkered flag in Speedway Classic Eli White? Man, he was on fire. Two homers—two!—to push the Braves past the Reds, 4-2, in this wild Speedway Classic at Bristol. Baseball at a racetrack? Sure, why not. The game actually started Saturday but got paused—bottom of the first, no less. Sunday? Clear skies, no drama, just baseball. Oh, and history: first MLB game in Tennessee. Crowd? Supposedly 91,000 tickets sold, but Sunday’s turnout? Let’s just say it wasn’t packed. White crushed a three-run bomb in the fifth, then a solo shot in the seventh. Six homers this season now. Hurston Waldrep, fresh from Triple-A, snagged the win. His MLB debut? Solid—5 2/3 innings, one run. Raisel Iglesias? Nails in the ninth for save #14. The Reds? They had chances—loaded the bases in the eighth—but couldn’t cash in. STORY 7: ART BEAT: Norcross Gallery and Studio's 'Drawing Attention' attracts regional exhibiting artists Gwinnett’s arts scene? It’s more than just local flair—it’s a magnet, pulling in folks from all over. And the stories behind the art? They’re what make it sing. Take Haiqi Carr, for example. Born in Shanghai, she carried her love of art halfway across the world. But it wasn’t until she landed in Atlanta—thanks to her husband’s job—that she finally gave herself permission to dive in. “I’d spent my life checking boxes—daughter, wife, mom. Art? That was for later,” she said. “Then one day, I just… started.” Fast forward: her charcoal portrait, Yamaguchi, is now in Norcross Gallery’s “Drawing Attention” exhibit. It’s a nod to Yamaguchi Momoe, a Japanese icon from Carr’s childhood. “Her smile—it’s pure nostalgia for me,” Carr shared. The exhibit runs through Aug. 23. Go see it. Seriously. 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