Podcasts about organizations

Segment 1 with Beck Norris - Making vulnerability management actually work Vulnerability management is often treated as a tooling or patching problem, yet many organizations struggle to reduce real cyber risk despite heavy investment. In this episode, Beck Norris explains why effective vulnerability management starts with governance and risk context, depends on multiple interconnected security disciplines, and ultimately succeeds or fails based on accountability, metrics, and operational maturity. Drawing from the aviation industry—one of the most regulated and safety-critical environments—Beck translates lessons that apply broadly across regulated and large-scale enterprises, including healthcare, financial services, and critical infrastructure. Segment 2 with Ryan Fried and Jose Toledo - Making incident response actually work Organizations statistically have decent to excellent spending on cybersecurity: they have what should be sufficient staff and some good tools. When they get hit with an attack, however, the response is often an unorganized, poorly communicated mess! What's going on here, why does this happen??? Not to worry. Ryan and José join us in this segment to offer some insight into why this happens and how to ensure it never happens again! Segment Resources: [Mandiant - Best practices for incident response planning] (https://services.google.com/fh/files/misc/mandiantincidentresponsebestpractices_2025.pdf?linkId=19287933) Beyond Cyberattacks: Evolution of Incident Response in 2026 Segment 3 - Weekly Enterprise News Finally, in the enterprise security news, Almost no funding… Oops, all acquisitions! Changes in how the US handles financial crimes and international hacking Mass scans looking for exposed LLMs The state of Prompt injection be careful with Chrome extensions and home electronics from unknown brands Is China done with the West? All that and more, on this episode of Enterprise Security Weekly. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/esw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/esw-442

What if the most important part of product management has nothing to do with roadmaps, features, or technology? In this podcast hosted by Rachel Owens, Meta Product Leader Rick Sanchez speaks on why clarity is the most critical responsibility of a product manager. Drawing from a career spanning media, gaming, consulting, and AI-driven products, the conversation explores how great product leaders create alignment, unlock creative execution, and navigate complex problem spaces without relying on rigid frameworks.

There are many people saying out loud and in public that they would like to see global beef production greatly curtailed or even ended. Organizations like the World Economic Forum talk about ending the idea of private property. Then they elect Larry Fink of BlackRock, a company that is actively buying up private property. How do we engage in the fight to protect this way of life and the property necessary to continue in it. Shad Sullivan joins us to help us understand what is happening and how we can get involved to push back against those who would oppose our freedom to continue in this way of life.Sponsors:Rogue Food Conference (Code: Shad30)Take the Survey:Working Cows 2026 Listener Survey

TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: Jonathan Emord, Fed Independence Questioned, Trump Exits 66 Organizations, Fraud Industrial Complex, MAHA vs GOP on Pesticides, Doctor Gender Confusion, Whole Milk Returns, Vitamin K Shots Decline, NJ Vaccine Power Grab, Organ Meat Trend, Thallium Metallicum, and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/jonathan-emord-federal-reserve-independence-questioned-trump-exits-66-organizations-fraud-industrial-complex-maha-vs-gop-on-pesticides-doctor-gender-confusion-whole-milk-returns-pasteurized-mil/https://boxcast.tv/view/jonathan-emord-fed-independence-trump-exits-66-organizations-fraud-industrial-complex-nj-vax-power-grab---the-rsb-show-1-15-26-v1ry7wahhy2br9xydn6v Purpose and Character The use of copyrighted material on the website is for non-commercial, educational purposes, and is intended to provide benefit to the public through information, critique, teaching, scholarship, or research. Nature of Copyrighted Material Weensure that the copyrighted material used is for supplementary and illustrative purposes and that it contributes significantly to the user's understanding of the content in a non-detrimental way to the commercial value of the original content. Amount and Substantiality Our website uses only the necessary amount of copyrighted material to achieve the intended purpose and does not substitute for the original market of the copyrighted works. Effect on Market Value The use of copyrighted material on our website does not in any way diminish or affect the market value of the original work. We believe that our use constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content on the website violates your copyright, please contact us providing the necessary information, and we will take appropriate action to address your concern.

Top Stories for January 15th Publish Date: January 15th From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Thursday, January 15th and Happy birthday to Martin Luther King Jr. I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. Dinosaur World Live returns to Gwinnett's Gas South Theater Gwinnett service organizations look to Families First model to better help others Ethics board dismisses complaint over Holtkamp's transit videos Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk 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 daily and subscribe! Break 1: Sugar Hill Ice Skating Rink STORY 1: Dinosaur World Live returns to Gwinnett's Gas South Theater Dinosaur World Live is back—bigger, bolder, and fresh off its 2024 Olivier Award win for Best Family Entertainment. And guess what? It’s stomping into Gas South Theater on Feb. 7 for two shows. This isn’t your average dino show. Think jaw-dropping puppetry, life-sized dinosaurs so real you’ll swear they’re breathing, and a lineup that includes the mighty T. Rex, Triceratops, and more. The story? Miranda, daughter of paleontologists, grew up on a remote island surrounded by dinosaurs. Now, she’s bringing her prehistoric pals to meet you—just don’t get too close. Some of them bite. Tickets at GasSouthDistrict.com. STORY 2: Gwinnett service organizations look to Families First model to better help others LaShawna Edwards has always been a giver. It’s in her DNA. Helping others was just what her family did. So when life flipped the script and she found herself needing help? That was hard. “We’ve always been the ones giving,” she said. “To be on the other side of it? It’s rough.” Edwards, 50, had been juggling two jobs, raising her teenage sister, and caring for her mom, whose health was failing. Then came the rent hike—73%—and suddenly, they were living out of their car. What came next was Families First, a nonprofit that doesn’t just help—it acts. Edwards calls her caseworker, Angela Wylie, her “angel.” Wylie helped her find housing, food, and job resources. Edwards is still in a hotel, still searching for stability, but she’s hopeful. STORY 3: Ethics board dismisses complaint over Holtkamp's transit videos Gwinnett County Commissioner Matthew Holtkamp got some relief Tuesday when an ethics panel ruled he didn’t violate county rules by filming a video on a Ride Gwinnett bus urging voters to reject the 2024 T-SPLOST referendum. “I’ve been completely vindicated,” Holtkamp said. “This had no merit, and it’s unfortunate we had to waste resources on it.” The complaint, filed by a resident in Holtkamp’s district, claimed he improperly used county property for personal advocacy. But Holtkamp argued he paid his bus fare and had a friend—not county staff—film the video. The ethics board agreed, saying his actions didn’t break the rules. 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: Kia Mall of Georgia - GCPL Passport STORY 4: Gwinnett County, Lawrenceville get federal funds for water and police projects Gwinnett County and Lawrenceville just scored over $2 million in federal funding for water upgrades and public safety improvements. U.S. Rep. David Scott announced the approval, with $1.09 million earmarked for Snellville’s water infrastructure—upgrading a booster station’s electrical system and adding backup power—and $1.03 million heading to the Lawrenceville Police Department. The police funds? They’ll cover new patrol cars, trauma kits, breaching tools, and other gear to boost safety for both officers and the public. “This $2.12 million investment will make a real difference,” Scott said. “Better water, safer streets—I’m proud to deliver for Gwinnett.” STORY 5: Dacula Boys Basketball Seizes Region Lead with Victory at Central Gwinnett Dacula’s boys basketball team just keeps rolling. With a nail-biting 60-57 win over Central Gwinnett on Tuesday, the Falcons snagged first place in Region 8-AAAAAA and stretched their win streak to 11 games. Now sitting at 16-1 overall and 5-0 in the region, Dacula handed Central its first region loss, dropping them to 5-1. Case Presley led the charge with 21 points, eight boards, and three assists. Josh Brown notched a double-double (10 points, 10 rebounds), while Kenny LaRue chipped in 10 points and some clutch playmaking. George Fajemirokun added six points and steady contributions all around. FALCONS: The Atlanta Falcons officially introduced Matt Ryan as their new president of football on Tuesday, and honestly, it feels like a full-circle moment. At the press conference in Flowery Branch, Ryan—who spent 14 seasons as the face of the franchise—spoke about his “unfinished business” with the team. “Since I was drafted, my mission’s been the same: help this organization win championships. We came close, had some success, but I believe we’ll get there,” he said. After retiring and working as a CBS Sports analyst, Ryan said he wasn’t looking for a new job—unless it was with the Falcons. Now, he’ll report directly to owner Arthur Blank, focusing on hiring a head coach and GM who share a unified vision. We’ll be right back. Break 3: EAGLE THEATRE And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk We’ll have closing comments after this Break 5: Ingles Markets Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. 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In Subtle Webs: How Local Organizations Shape US Education (Oxford UP, 2025), Jose Eos Trinidad reveals how organizations outside schools have created an invisible infrastructure not only to affect local school districts but also to shape US education. He illustrates this by providing a behind-the-scenes look at how local organizations in Chicago, Philadelphia, and New York City have transformed data and worked with high schools to address the problem of students dropping out. The book argues that changes in a decentralized system happen less through top-down policy mandates or bottom-up social movements, and more through “outside-in” initiatives of networked organizations spread across various local systems. By detailing change across multiple levels and across multiple locations, Trinidad uncovers new ways to think about educational transformation, policy reform, and organizational change. João Souto-Maior (website: here) is a postdoc at Stanford University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

Why being kind is the best investment.Can kindness be a company's competitive advantage? Bonnie Hayden Cheng says yes — and she's got a business metric to prove it: return on kindness.Cheng is a professor of management at City University of Hong Kong who researches how workplace behaviors affect interpersonal dynamics and well-being. In her book, The Return on Kindness, she explores how organizations that foster a culture of kindness see a measurable ROK — one marked by a more committed, more productive, and less expensive workforce. “Organizations that have this kind of culture around acts of civic virtue, helping, or showing support for people, those end up having employees that want to stay, are less likely to call in sick, are more committed, their performance goes up,” she says. “There's also benefits for the company in terms of higher productivity and efficiency, and even lower costs.”In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Cheng and host Matt Abrahams explore how to build cultures of kindness — from Cheng's RISE framework for kind leadership to why candor and compassion go hand-in-hand. Whether you're leading a team or simply trying to show up better for your colleagues, Cheng offers a compelling case for measuring what really matters: the return on kindness.Episode Reference Links:Bonnie Hayden ChengBonnie's Book:  The Return on KindnessEp.93 All the Feels: The Personal and Professional Power of Emotional Awareness Ep.132 Lean Into Failure: How to Make Mistakes That WorkConnect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (00:50) - What Is Kind Leadership? (02:52) - The RISE Framework (05:27) - Everyone Can Be a Leader (06:46) - Kindness vs. Niceness (09:15) - Kindness and Candor (10:47) - Communicating Kindness (12:46) - The Power of Tone and Pause (15:03) - Building a Culture of Kindness (17:15) - Protecting Kindness in Organizations (18:33) - The Final Three Questions (21:14) - Conclusion

SummaryIn this episode of The Compliance Guy Podcast, host Sean Weiss speaks with Evan Gottlob, a former federal prosecutor turned defense attorney, about the complexities of regulatory compliance in healthcare law. They discuss the decision-making process behind prosecutions, the impact of indictments on healthcare professionals, and the importance of protecting whistleblowers. Evan shares insights on civil investigative demands and the drivers behind False Claims Act cases, emphasizing the need for organizations to build a culture of compliance to prevent legal issues. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by healthcare providers and the legal landscape surrounding compliance and fraud.TakeawaysProsecutors must ensure they have a strong case before charging individuals.Indictments can have devastating effects on healthcare professionals' careers.The grand jury process is often biased towards the prosecution.Complex white-collar cases can be easier to present due to more evidence.Civil Investigative Demands (CIDs) can lead to criminal investigations.Whistleblowers play a crucial role in exposing fraud in healthcare.Organizations must take employee concerns seriously to prevent retaliation.Building a culture of compliance is essential for healthcare organizations.Legal representation is critical when facing investigations.The healthcare industry is plagued by significant fraud and waste.

14 years of combination experience, 3rd generation Firefighter. Firefighter/Paramedic with Franklin Fire Department In Tennessee where he's currently assigned to Engine & Tower 2. Beau's journey into the fire service started at a very young age. When he turned 18 he ventured away from home and did what a good number of individuals are doing now which is becoming out of state members with Organizations that uphold the traditions of being a Firefighter and into the job. Throughout his career Beau has been apart of some top notch organizations including the City of Murfreesboro & Memphis Fire Department. But sometimes the man upstairs has a different path for us that puts us exactly where we need to be. Beau is a huge advocate for mentorship and showing any new individual coming into this profession what the job should be and I truly hope the listeners can pick up on what he's putting down. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation and hope you all do as well. IG: beaudoss86

In Subtle Webs: How Local Organizations Shape US Education (Oxford UP, 2025), Jose Eos Trinidad reveals how organizations outside schools have created an invisible infrastructure not only to affect local school districts but also to shape US education. He illustrates this by providing a behind-the-scenes look at how local organizations in Chicago, Philadelphia, and New York City have transformed data and worked with high schools to address the problem of students dropping out. The book argues that changes in a decentralized system happen less through top-down policy mandates or bottom-up social movements, and more through “outside-in” initiatives of networked organizations spread across various local systems. By detailing change across multiple levels and across multiple locations, Trinidad uncovers new ways to think about educational transformation, policy reform, and organizational change. João Souto-Maior (website: here) is a postdoc at Stanford University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Organizations, including the U.S. military, are increasingly adopting cloud deployments for their flexibility and cost savings. The shared security model utilized by cloud service providers removes some of the adopting organization's responsibility for system administration and security. But it leaves them on the hook for monitoring hosted applications and resources. Cloud flow logs are a valuable source of data for supporting these security responsibilities and attaining situational awareness. The SEI has a long history of supporting flow log collection and analysis, including tools for collection in Azure and AWS. In this podcast from the Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute (SEI), two leading researchers in this area, principal researcher Tim Shimeall and security data analyst Ikem Okafo, both with the SEI's CERT Division, sit down with Dan Ruef, technical manager of the CERT Division's Network Situational Awareness Group, to discuss how to enhance security with cloud flow analysis as well as available tools and resources.

The Columbus Dispatch is one of several local organizations whose employees are making an effort to unionize. We're talking about the factors pushing Columbus employees toward unionizing on this hour of All Sides.

Dave Chatterjee, Adjunct Associate Professor at Duke University,  explains how scale, speed, and surprise are reshaping cyber threats and why many organizations remain dangerously reactive. He shares his Commitment-Preparedness-Discipline (CPD) framework along with ways that leaders can move beyond checkbox compliance by treating cybersecurity as a strategic business priority. Key Takeaways:  The three underestimated AI risks that leaders often overlook, and how AI must be used to defend against AI-driven cyber threats Why deepfake attacks represent a systemic risk at both the individual and organizational levels Practical steps individuals can take to reduce exposure to fraud, impersonation, and data loss How better cybersecurity hygiene creates trust, resilience, and competitive advantage Guest Bio: Dave Chatterjee, Ph.D., is a leading authority on cybersecurity strategy, governance, and AI security. As the creator of the Commitment-Preparedness-Discipline (CPD) framework, he helps organizations worldwide build resilient, high-performance security cultures. His recent work explores the convergence of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and business resilience, addressing challenges such as AI exploitation, deepfake manipulation, and the secure integration of intelligent systems. Dr. Chatterjee is the author of "Cybersecurity Readiness: A Holistic and High-Performance Approach" and the cybercrime-themed novel "The DeepFake Conspiracy", which illustrates the emerging risks and ethical dilemmas at the intersection of AI and cyber defense. His thought leadership has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, USA Today, Business Insider, California Management Review, Business Horizons, MIS Quarterly, and Journal of Management Information Systems. As host of the acclaimed Cybersecurity Readiness Podcast Series, he has engaged leading practitioners, policymakers, and researchers in discussions on topics such as agentic AI, post-quantum readiness, and AI-driven threat detection. A trusted advisor to Fortune 500 firms and government agencies, Dr. Chatterjee delivers high-impact keynotes and moderates CXO panels worldwide, advancing dialogue on how to turn AI risk into organizational resilience. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About this Show: The Brave Technologist is here to shed light on the opportunities and challenges of emerging tech. To make it digestible, less scary, and more approachable for all! Join us as we embark on a mission to demystify artificial intelligence, challenge the status quo, and empower everyday people to embrace the digital revolution. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a curious mind, or an industry professional, this podcast invites you to join the conversation and explore the future of AI together. The Brave Technologist Podcast is hosted by Luke Mulks, VP Business Operations at Brave Software—makers of the privacy-respecting Brave browser and Search engine, and now powering AI everywhere with the Brave Search API. Music by: Ari Dvorin Produced by: Sam Laliberte  

What if a Musical Could Help us Tell the Truth About Climate Change?In this episode, Bill Cleveland sits down with theater director Emily Hartford and composer–storyteller Ned Hardford to explore Metra: A Climate Revolution with Songs—a nine-episode musical audio drama that reimagines an ancient Greek myth as a near-future climate story.What starts as a conversation about craft opens into deeper territory: imagination as resistance, music as pedagogy, and why genuinely new stories don't come from algorithms—they come from people doing long, human work together.In it, we explore three big questions at the heart of Metra and the moment we're living in now:How music, story, and the human voice reach places that facts, lectures, and policy arguments can'tWhat it looks like to tell a climate story without fear-mongering or “disaster porn,”How artists can build work that others can actually use,—turning art-making into cultural infrastructure rather than a one-off production.Listen in to discover how art, music, and story can help us practice a different future—and why Metra just might be the kind of narrative infrastructure we need right now.PeopleBill ClevelandHost of Change the Story / Change the World and founder of the Center for the Study of Art & Community.Emily HartfordTheater director, writer, and producer; founding member of Flux Theater Ensemble and co-creator of Metra.Ned HartfordComposer, songwriter, audio engineer, and co-creator of Metra, focused on musical storytelling and audio drama.Alan LomaxFolklorist and field-recording pioneer whose work capturing the emotional power of the human voice is referenced in the episode.Enoch RutherfordOld-time banjo player recorded by Alan Lomax in Virginia; referenced through a story of lineage, listening, and musical transmission.Bill McKibbenClimate activist and author referenced for framing distributed solar power as a metaphor for bottom-up social change.adrienne maree brownWriter and activist whose work on emergence and collective power informs Metra's worldview.Martin BuberPhilosopher referenced for his concept of relational connection (I–Thou), via the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy.Organizations & CollectivesFlux Theater EnsembleNew York–based theater company where Metra was...

The Columbus Dispatch is one of several local organizations whose employees are making an effort to unionize. We're talking about the factors pushing Columbus employees toward unionizing on this hour of All Sides.

Send us a textIn this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith sits down with returning guest Jeremy Pryor, founder of Family Teams, for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, family, faith, and legacy. Jeremy shares how viewing the family as a team—not a temporary stage of life—can reshape how leaders think about generational impact.00:00 – Welcome to the L3 Leadership Podcast01:00 – Introducing Jeremy Pryor and Family Teams04:00 – Multi-generational families and shared rhythms09:00 – Sabbath dinners, hospitality, and family culture17:00 – The biblical vision for a ruling household26:00 – Generational leadership, wealth, and stewardship36:00 – Why traditional discipleship models struggle45:00 – Making disciples who make disciples55:00 – Church, family, and leadership sustainability1:03:00 – Final thoughts on legacy and long-term impactLinks:

Burnout doesn't usually announce itself—it sneaks in through exhaustion, distraction, and that constant feeling of carrying too much. In this episode, I break down how to spot burnout early, why it hurts your organization (not just you), how boards can unintentionally make it worse, and what actually helps leaders recover—without adding more to your plate. Episode Highlights 01:16 Recognizing Burnout in Nonprofit Leadership 02:44 The Impact of Burnout on Organizations 03:55 Board's Role in Preventing Burnout 05:44 Strategies to Overcome Burnout 07:13 Self-Care and Community Support Resource The Board Clarity Club A monthly membership for boards that provides training and live expert support to help your board have total clarity on how to be the best board possible. Learn More >> About Your Host Have you seen Casino Royale? That moment when Vespa slides in elegantly, opposite James, all charming smile, razor-sharp wit and mighty brainpower, and says, "I'm the money"? Well, your host, Sarah Olivieri has been likened to Vespa by one of her clients – not just because she's charming, beautiful and brainy– but because that bold statement "I'm the money" was, as it turned out, right ON the money. Sarah helps nonprofits transform their organizations from failing to thriving. And she's very, very good at it. She's brought nonprofits back from the brink of insolvency. She's averted major cash-flow crises, solved funding droughts, board conflicts and everything in between… and so she has literally become "the money" for many of the organizations she works with. As the former director of 3 nonprofits and founder of 5 for-profit businesses, she understands, deeply, the challenges and complexities facing organizations and she's created a framework, called The Impact Method®️, which can help you simplify operations, build aligned teams and make a bigger impact without getting overwhelmed or burning out – and Every. Single. One. Of her clients that have implemented her methodologies have achieved the most incredible results. Sarah is also a #1 international bestselling author, holds a BA from the University of Chicago with a focus on globalization and its effect on marginalized cultures, and a master's degree in Humanistic and Multicultural Education from SUNY New Paltz. Access additional training at www.pivotground.com/funding-secrets or apply for the THRiVE Program for personalized support at www.pivotground.com/application Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.

When your board lacks time, wealth, or fundraising experience, does that mean a capital campaign is out of reach?In this episode of All About Capital Campaigns, host Andrea Kihlstedt is joined by fundraising trainer, author, and longtime colleague Andy Robinson to explore how capital campaigns succeed in small, grassroots, and unconventional organizations. Drawing on decades of experience and two detailed case studies, Andy challenges common assumptions about board driven fundraising and shows what really makes campaigns work when infrastructure is thin and capacity feels limited.Together, Andrea and Andy unpack what happens when organizations face urgent needs, limited systems, and boards that care deeply about the mission yet cannot carry the bulk of fundraising activity. Andy shares the story of a tiny, lay led synagogue with a modest annual budget that raised over $775,000 across a multi year capital effort, even after part of the building was condemned. The campaign relied on a handful of committed leaders, strong belief in the mission, and steady persistence rather than a large or wealthy board.The conversation then shifts to a very different setting, a member owned food cooperative that raised more than $2 million to relocate and expand. The board focused on complex business negotiations while a volunteer campaign committee led community fundraising. Through a blend of gifts, community loans, fiscal sponsorship, and impact investing, supporters gave generously and stayed deeply engaged in the future of the co op.Throughout the episode, Andrea and Andy connect these stories back to core capital campaign principles that apply across sectors and organizational structures. They discuss why people give, what truly motivates participation, and how engagement and investment reinforce one another over time. They also address why tax deductions and legal status rarely drive generosity, how urgency sharpens focus, and why campaigns can build confidence and momentum even in organizations that feel under resourced.This episode is especially relevant for nonprofit leaders, board members, consultants, and community organizers who worry their organization is too small, too new, or too informal for a capital campaign. It offers reassurance, perspective, and practical insight into what matters most when asking people to invest in something they care about.If you work with grassroots organizations, faith communities, cooperatives, or nonprofits with lean staffing and limited systems, this conversation will expand how you think about capital campaigns and what is truly possible when commitment runs deep.For more free capital campaign resources, visit https://capitalcampaignpro.com/campaign-resources.

Let's take a look at 5 basic Accounts Payable concepts or principles used at best practice organizations AND more importantly the Big Mistake that even best practice organizations STILL make related to these very basic processes. And sadly, these mistakes cost the organization hundreds of thousands of dollars – if not more! Link to 5 Shockers What You Should Know before Taking over Accounts Payable https://youtu.be/LxKEQPNLXEM Subscribe for more tips and insights like this: https://www.youtube.com/APNow?sub_confirmation=1 Looking for more of the most current business intelligence about + Best practices around your payment and accounts payable function + Current and new fraud protection protocols + The newest technology impacting your accounting, accounts payable, and payment functions + Career advancement +And much more!! +++++++++++++++++++++++ See most recent videos at: https://www.youtube.com/@APNow/videos See all short tips at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-He5ELp9TP3wqQdHIbfIcFAB Learn more about AP Best Practices; Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HcvMSJTdNs0BCQJ0Ivb4l9V Learn more about Internal Controls in AP; Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HdV9JIterJ-bf6TwMset_z_ Looking for Automation insights: Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-Hf_cZwQOcDZrYV4dA0oDVby This video discusses strategic AP processes and highlights critical mistakes many organizations make, emphasizing that these common errors can lead to significant financial losses for companies. We identify specific issues such as "The Sneaky Fraud Oversight," and "The Ballooning Regulatory Requirement." Focusing on the accounts payable process, this session will improve your financial management by avoiding errors prevalent in even best practice organizations.

Organizations invest heavily in recruiting top talent, but without effective onboarding, much of that investment is at risk. In fact, companies with strong onboarding programs improve new hire retention by up to 82% and boost productivity by over 70%. The good news? With the right approach, onboarding can become one of the most powerful drivers of culture and performance.In this episode of Bring Out the Talent, we're joined by Shauna Bona, a learning strategist and organizational development leader who has helped companies transform low-energy onboarding into programs that truly deliver results. With deep expertise in designing experiences that blend strategy, adaptability, and creativity, Shauna brings practical insights into how organizations can energize new hires from day one.This conversation is all about how agile thinking can revitalize onboarding programs that feel stale or uninspired. From spotting the warning signs of a program that's lost momentum, to building in continuous feedback loops, to balancing consistency with adaptability, Shauna shares actionable strategies leaders can use to turn onboarding into a long-term engine for engagement, productivity, and success. Tune in for an insightful discussion that will leave you rethinking the role of onboarding in shaping employee experience and organizational outcomes.

Leading in a volunteer organization, motivated by passion and not pay, poses a new set of challenges compared to a paid leadership position. The work can be taxing, and done on personal hours after an already busy day. Volunteer leaders require a special set of mental health strategies. In episode 142, host Casey Czarnowski speaks with Sharyn Combs, founder of UCDI Leadership about leading a volunteer group, such as an HSPA Affiliated Chapter. Combs discusses the challenges that are unique to volunteer leadership, and good things that leaders can do to fill their cups and stay motivated. About our guest: Sharyn Combs Founder UCDI Leadership Training and Development Combs is a keynote speaker, independent certified coach and trainer with The John Maxwell Team and Personality Insights, and founder of UCDI Leadership Training and Development. She specializes in vision casting, team engagement, and fostering employee ownership. Her Progressive Leadership Mentoring Program was developed specifically for professionals looking to climb the career ladder and improve their marketability. She is the mind behind Knowledge or Nonsense and the author of ‘THINK. On Purpose' and ‘Hold Your Form.' Earn CE Now

  2025 predictions — graded AI-powered knowledge Bob's 2025 prediction: AI would dramatically improve knowledge in contact centers. Result: Early but mostly wrong. The technology moved, but the data did not. Knowledge bases were too fragmented, too dirty, and too poorly governed for AI to meaningfully improve frontline work. The industry instead spent another year chasing bots, automation, and surface-level "AI assistants." Grade: C+ The failure was not AI. It was the state of enterprise knowledge. Remote work reversal Bob's 2025 prediction: Work-from-home would shrink and revert toward pre-COVID norms. Result: Correct. Remote and hybrid work has fallen to within five percentage points of pre-COVID levels. Companies quietly reversed course not because it helped customers or employees, but because leadership never learned how to manage distributed teams. Hybrid was the worst of both worlds: frontline leaders juggling physical rooms, video calls, and dashboards without the training or structure to do any of it well. Grade: A Why remote work collapsed The reversal was not ideological. It was operational. Executives defaulted back to what felt controllable: physical presence. Organizations refused to do the hard work of re-engineering leadership, coaching, quality management, and accountability for a distributed workforce. They solved a people problem with proximity. Amas' prediction for 2026 Voice comes back. Digital channels absorbed most of the AI hype: chat, bots, messaging, and self-service. But customers never stopped calling. Voice is where frustration spikes, where trust is tested, and where automation breaks down. Amas' call: 2026 will be the year voice reasserts itself as the center of the customer relationship — and the CCaaS market will look radically different by 2027 because of it. Bob's prediction for 2026 Data becomes the bottleneck. AI will only become useful where it has access to clean, structured, reliable data. The industry rushed into AI before fixing the foundations: knowledge, case data, call logs, customer history, and operational context. 2026 will be the year contact centers slow down, audit their data, and rebuild the plumbing that AI actually runs on. No data. No intelligence. What the industry is claiming Analysts and vendors are promising three things for 2026: • Predictive and proactive service • Agent empowerment through AI • Fewer humans in contact centers Bob and Amas reject the third and remain skeptical of the first two without structural change. The hype assumes AI will replace labor. Reality says AI will expose how broken the systems around labor really are. Amas' 2026 wish Stop calling software "agents." For twenty years, "agent" meant a human being doing emotional, cognitive, and relational labor. Rebranding bots as agents erases the workforce and confuses accountability. Language shapes power. That battle matters. Bob's 2026 wish Focus on the employee. AI should not be used to replace people. It should be used to remove friction from their work: searching, documenting, switching systems, hunting for answers. Knowledge was always the real use case. The industry just skipped the hard part. Core takeaway 2025 proved that AI without data, governance, and human-centered design does not transform anything. It only adds noise. 2026 will reward the companies that stop chasing demos and start rebuilding the foundations: voice, knowledge, data, and frontline enablement. That is where the real disruption will come from.

Carmen opens the Monday Mailbag to talk about the state of abortion in the US, and she talks about Luke 1:  what Carmen considers some of the most profound verses in the Bible that show the humanity and sanctity of human life in the womb.  Political scientist Daniel Bennett talks about a recent court victory for a church and its hiring practices for positions that are necessarily "ministerial."  Plus, what is sedition?   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

Learn how companies can develop a strategy to redesign their structures and processes for AI.     AI not only transforms how companies operate, it's also transforming how they differentiate, according to a new report by The Conference Board. How can companies reimagine themselves with AI at every level of the enterprise?     Join Steve Odland and guests Erka Amursi and Matt Rosenbaum, both principal researchers at The Conference Board Human Capital Center, to find out what makes AI different than previous technologies, why AI strategy needs to mix " top-down and bottom-up elements," and why human-designed systems need to be reimagined for an AI world.     For more from The Conference Board:  Transforming Organizations for AI: Critical Factors for AI Success  How Are GEO & AI Agents Transforming Reputation Management?  Workers' AI Optimism Abounds: How Workers Say AI Affects Their Jobs 

In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, host Natalie Born sits down with Clifton Dickens, a seasoned information security leader with over 30 years of experience spanning cybersecurity, IT audit, governance, and organizational leadership. This conversation goes beyond technology to explore how leadership mindset, diversity of thought, and healthy conflict directly impact innovation, decision-making, and long-term organizational resilience.Clifton challenges leaders to rethink how teams are built, how processes are designed, and why discomfort is often a signal—not a threat. From recognizing fragile leadership structures to reframing governance and security as strategic advantages, this episode offers practical wisdom for leaders who want stronger teams, smarter systems, and outcomes that actually work for everyone they serve.[00:00 – 03:30] Introducing Clifton Dickens & the Evolution of LeadershipClifton's 30+ years in information security and IT leadership.Why leadership today must account for changing workforce expectations.Passion, flexibility, and purpose as drivers of modern work.[03:31 – 07:00] Vision, Creativity, and Thinking Beyond the BoxWhy innovation starts with the ability to imagine what doesn't exist yet.The importance of childlike curiosity and asking “why.”How overconfidence and “knowing it all” can stall innovation.[07:01 – 10:30] Identifying Fragile Leadership and Team StructuresEarly warning signs of weak culture and vulnerable leadership systems.Why groupthink is one of the biggest risks inside organizations.The role of leaders in inviting honest input—not silent agreement.[10:31 – 14:30] The Power of Healthy ConflictWhy the best solutions come from differences of opinion.Reframing conflict as constructive friction rather than negativity.How avoiding conflict leads to products and systems that fail in the real world.[14:31 – 17:30] Governance, Compliance, and Security as Strategic AdvantagesWhy leaders often react emotionally to words like governance and compliance.How security and controls accelerate performance when framed correctly.Protecting critical data as both risk management and competitive advantage.[17:31 – 21:30] Process, Accountability, and Organizational ControlWhy leaders must understand where effort, labor, and energy are going.How documented processes create clarity and accountability.Clifton's approach to periodically re-engineering team processes.[21:31 – 24:30] Diversity of Thought Drives Better OutcomesWhy homogeneous teams create solutions for only a small percentage of users.The danger of designing for comfort instead of effectiveness.How inclusive teams create products and systems that work for everyone.[24:31 – 28:00] Final Leadership TakeawaysWhy leaders must look at the organization from the top down.Understanding contribution, control, and direction.Where to connect with Clifton and continue the conversation.Quotes“If everyone thinks the same way, that's a sign something is wrong.” – Clifton Dickens“The best solutions usually come out of some sort of conflict.” – Clifton Dickens“Innovation starts with asking ‘what if, even when the answer makes you uncomfortable.” – Clifton DickensConnect with Clifton DickensLinkedIn: Clifton Dickens https://www.linkedin.com/in/cliftondickens/If this conversation resonated with you, leave a review and share this episode with a leader who's ready to build stronger teams, embrace diverse perspectives, and rethink how systems actually work.

Betsy Schmidt In this episode of the Nonprofit Leadership Podcast, host Rob Harter sits down with Elizabeth “Betsy” Schmidt, senior research fellow at the University of Massachusetts and author of the new book Rules of the Road for Nonprofit Leaders. Betsy brings her decades of experience in public policy and nonprofit law to the table to demystify complex legal frameworks and help leaders leverage the law to support their mission. Together, Rob and Betsy explore the often misunderstood legal and ethical responsibilities of nonprofit leaders. From navigating political activity and advocacy to understanding the distinctions between 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations, this episode offers practical and empowering guidance for social impact organizations seeking to remain compliant and mission-focused in an evolving landscape. Key Topics Include: The difference between 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations, and when to consider forming a C4 Legal boundaries for nonprofit advocacy, lobbying, and political activity How staying true to your mission often ensures legal compliance Best practices for nonprofit governance, financial oversight, and ethics How federal and state-level regulations are shifting and what to watch for in 2026 Common legal pitfalls nonprofits face and how to avoid them Resources and tools for staying up to date with nonprofit law Mentioned in This Episode: Rules of the Road for Nonprofit Leaders (Georgetown University Press) NonprofitRules.com Bookshop.org This Episode is Sponsored By: DonorBox Links to Resources: Interested in Leadership and Life Coaching? Visit Rob's website: RobHarter.com Find us on YouTube: Nonprofit Leadership Podcast YouTube Channel Suggestions for the show? Email us at nonprofitleadershippodcast@gmail.com Request a sample coaching session: Email Rob at rob@robharter.com Subscribe and ShareListen and subscribe to the Nonprofit Leadership Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or Amazon. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with other nonprofit leaders!

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On today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss the ICE agent who fatally shot Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis, Trump taking the U.S. out of 66 globalist organizations & treaties, and Kennedy's revamped food pyramid calling for less processed food.

Introduction In this Deep Dive episode, we dive into PwC's latest AI Business Predictions — a roadmap offering insight into how companies can harness artificial intelligence not just for efficiency, but as a strategic lever to reshape operations, workforce, and long-term growth. We explore why “AI adoption” is now about more than technology: it's about vision, leadership, and rethinking what work and human potential look like in a rapidly shifting landscape. Key Insights from PwC AI success is as much about vision as about adoption According to PwC, what separates companies that succeed with AI from those that merely dabble is leadership clarity and strategic alignment. Firms that view AI as central to their business model — rather than as an add-on — are more likely to reap measurable gains.  AI agents can meaningfully expand capacity — even double workforce impact One bold prediction: with AI agents and automation, a smaller human team can produce work at a scale that might resemble having a much larger workforce — without proportionally increasing staff size. For private firms especially, this means you can “leapfrog” traditional growth limitations.  From pilots to scale: real ROI is emerging — but requires discipline While many organizations experimented with AI in 2023–2024, PwC argues that 2025 and 2026 are about turning experiments into engines of growth. The companies that succeed are those that pick strategic high-impact areas, double down, and avoid spreading efforts too thin.  Workforce composition will shift — rise of the “AI-generalist” As AI agents take over more routine, data-heavy or repetitive tasks, human roles will trend toward design, oversight, strategy, and creative judgment. The “AI-generalist” — someone who can bridge human judgment, organizational culture, and AI tools — will become increasingly valuable.  Responsible AI, governance, and sustainability are non-negotiables PwC insists that success with AI isn't just about technology rollout; it's also about embedding ethical governance, sustainability, and data integrity. Organizations that treat AI as a core piece of long-term strategy — not a flashy add-on — will be the ones that unlock lasting value.  What This Means for Leaders, Culture & Burnout (Especially for Humans, Not Just AI) Opportunity to reimagine roles — more meaning, less drudgery As AI takes over repetitive, transactional work, human roles can shift toward creativity, strategy, mentorship, emotional intelligence, and leadership. That aligns with your mission around workplace culture and “Burnout-Proof” leadership: this could reduce burnout if implemented thoughtfully. Culture becomes the strategic differentiator As more companies adopt similar AI tools, organizational vision, values, psychological safety, and human connection may become the real competitive edge. Leaders who “get culture right” will be ahead — not because of tech, but because of people. Upskilling, transparency and trust are essential With AI in the mix, employees need clarity, training, and trust. Mismanaged adoption could lead to fear, resistance, or misalignment. Leaders must shepherd not just technology, but human transition. AI-driven efficiency must be balanced with empathy and human-centered leadership The automation and “workforce multiplier” potential is seductive — but if leaders lose sight of human needs, purpose, and wellbeing, there's a risk of burnout, disengagement, or erosion of cultural integrity. For small & private companies: a chance to leapfrog giants — but only with clarity and discipline Smaller firms often lack the resources of large enterprises, but according to PwC, those constraints may shrink when AI is used strategically. For mission-driven companies (like yours), this creates an opportunity to scale impact — provided leadership stays grounded in purpose and values. Why This Topic Matters for the Breakfast Leadership Network & Our Audience Given your work in leadership development, burnout prevention, workplace culture, and coaching — PwC's predictions offer a crucial lens. It's no longer optional for organizations to ignore AI. The question isn't “Will we use AI?” but “How will we use AI — and who do we become in the process?” For founders, people-leaders, HR strategists: this is a call to be intentional. To lead with vision, grounded in human values. To design workplaces that thrive in the AI era — not suffer. Questions for Reflection  What parts of your organization's workflow could be transformed by AI — and what human strengths should those tools free up rather than replace? How might embracing AI shift your organizational culture and the expectations for leaders? What ethical, psychological, or human-impact considerations must you address before “going all in” on AI? As a leader, how will you ensure the “AI-generalists” — employees blending tech fluency with empathy, creativity, and human judgment — are cultivated and supported? How do you prevent burnout and disconnection while dramatically increasing capacity and output via AI? Learn more at https://BreakfastLeadership.com/blog Research:  https://www.pwc.com/us/en/tech-effect/ai-analytics/ai-predictions.html    

In the first Freedom to Learn episode of 2026, Jackie Guglielmo, Vice President of Services at ACE Scholarships, explains how the federal scholarship tax credit (FSTC) will “supercharge” education freedom across the country. Jackie explains how scholarship-granting organizations (SGOs) and tax credit scholarship programs work, and shares how families' lives have been changed by access […]

I'm gonna do a little series here called "The Inches Are All Around Us," and in this series, at least to start, all of the inches I'm gonna mention are full-on administrative waste—waste that is particularly egregious because it has nothing to do with patient care. That's why when Shane Cerone said, "The inches are all around us" in episode 492 about hospitals and hospital prices, I really perked up. Because by fixing this friction, this administrative waste, we can actually improve patient care and reduce costs simultaneously. For a full transcript of this episode, click here. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to subscribe to the free weekly newsletter to be a member of the Relentless Tribe. Along these same lines, I have also heard Zack Cooper, PhD, talk about the 1% steps to healthcare reform project, where he's like, look, find 10 or 30 or whatever 1% problems, and you'll probably transform healthcare faster than if you're trying to find a 10% or 30% solution. So, same idea. And finding these inches, these 1 percents, even in and of themselves, it's big dollars when it comes to how much the U.S. spends on healthcare, which is, by the way, projected to reach $5.6 trillion in 2025, according to NHE (National Health Expenditure) projections from federal actuaries. So, I decided to go on a bit of a quest for these inches—you know, get a bead on where they may be nestled for anyone looking on behalf of their plan or their country or their state maybe. To this end, also recall or be aware of the episode with David Scheinker, PhD (EP363). But David Scheinker in that episode gets into how much every industry pays something like 2% to administer a transaction. But in healthcare, the provider pays something like 14%, and the payer pays another 14% to submit and get paid for a claim, which is healthcare for a transaction. Don't get me wrong, it's the plan sponsors such as self-insured employers, members, and USA taxpayers who are ultimately paying for those two 14 percents. So that 28% of full-on administrative costs—most of which, we could agree, could go away and probably be better for patients, not worse—this, too, is coming out of the pockets of the ultimate purchasers of healthcare. Those costs are getting passed along. I say all this to say, to kick off this "the inches are all around us" exploration, I wanted to dig in a little more specifically into what goes on during these aforementioned transactions (ie, what this life of a claim kind of, like, looks like on the ground). I wanted to start here because, yeah, we haven't done this before; and this exploration is gonna continue into next week because we're gonna dip heavy into clearinghouses with Zack Kanter and what they do all day. And then after that, I'm talking payment integrity programs. I'm talking prepayment review programs with Mark Noel, because you know what? Employers don't wanna be bringing a knife to a gunfight. And I realized in the course of these conversations that any self-insured plan sponsor that is not doing, for real, payment integrity programs, for real, prepayment review, post-payment review.  I'm getting ahead of myself, but when you listen to the show next week with Zack Kanter, you will so totally see what I mean. Today, as I mentioned earlier, I am speaking with Mark Newman, who is the CEO and founder of Nomi Health. Nomi aims to simplify the act of buying and paying for healthcare for self-insured employers. Look 'em up if that sounds intriguing. I also do need to thank Nomi Health for so generously offering to donate to RHV to cover the expenses of producing this episode. So, thank you so much to Nomi Health. Okay, lastly here, just to set the basic framework for this conversation that follows, Mark gets into two main revelations, reasons that kind of sit behind all a large part of the waste and friction in healthcare transactions. Again, otherwise known as a claim getting paid. And these two reasons are data isn't data isn't data. In other words, as a claim moves through the system to different stakeholders, the data starts to change and morph and come and go. Different people have different use cases for that data, so it starts to get added and subtracted, but nobody really has the universal level to tote up the difference in any organized fashion. So, we talk about that first. Then Mark Newman doubles down with another reason for the friction and waste. Here's the second revelation: A dollar isn't a dollar isn't a dollar. And same kind of rules apply here. A plan sponsor might spend a dollar and, yeah, is that dollar spent or is that dollar accrued to spend? Which is kind of wonky, but also relevant. And if you didn't understand that, we'll get to it. And then just because a dollar gets spent doesn't mean the provider gets that dollar. And by the way, I don't just mean, oh, there's spread pricing. How shocking. I mean that a plan sponsor could roll up to a hospital and say, "We spent $10 million last year," and the hospital could say, "No, you didn't. You only spent five." And spoiler alert, in this case, it's not about spread pricing, although it might be. It's also about how much was the member responsibility that the members didn't pay. So, a dollar is not a dollar for a whole bunch of different reasons. This podcast is sponsored by Aventria Health Group, and today, it's also sponsored by Nomi Health. Also mentioned in this episode are Nomi Health; Shane Cerone; Zack Cooper, PhD; David Scheinker, PhD; Zack Kanter; Mark Noel; Aventria Health Group; Preston Alexander; Eric Bricker, MD; Sam Flanders, MD; Andrew Tsang; Sandra Raup; Stan Schwartz, MD; ZERO.health; Cristin Dickerson, MD; and Matt Christensen. For a list of healthcare industry acronyms and terms that may be unfamiliar to you, click here.   You can learn more at nomihealth.com or reach out to Mark at mark@nomihealth.com. You can also follow Mark and Nomi Health on LinkedIn.   Mark Newman is the co-founder and CEO of Nomi Health, on a mission to rebuild America's healthcare system to serve all stakeholders: providers, employers, and patients. A recognized healthcare innovator and entrepreneur, Mark previously founded and built HireVue into the world's largest provider of AI-driven talent assessment solutions before its acquisition by the Carlyle Group. His commitment to improving the healthcare system stems from a desire to address systemic issues that have long plagued the industry. Under his leadership since its inception in 2019, Nomi Health has focused on creating a more direct and transparent healthcare experience: reducing an organization's spend by over 30% per patient while increasing a provider's payments. Through Nomi Health, Mark continues to advocate for a more efficient, service-centered approach to healthcare that prioritizes known costs for employers, zero out of pocket for patients, and near-real-time payments for providers.   06:48 What is actionable to know about the life of a claim? 08:14 How data can change as it moves through the claims process. 11:45 Why a dollar isn't a dollar in healthcare. 18:50 Why employers are actually paying more than a dollar to access a dollar of healthcare (the medical loss ratio). 21:54 Why cutting out the "friction" is actually better for employees and members. 22:48  EP482 with Preston Alexander. 22:50 EP472 with Eric Bricker, MD. 23:36  EP490 and EP492 with Sam Flanders, MD, and Shane Cerone. 23:53 Infographic by Andrew Tsang showing 27 streams of income. 26:53 How do we fix these issues? 28:05 LinkedIn comment from Sandra Raup. 28:59 How Nomi Health is experimenting with a no co-payment, no deductible model. 31:29 INBW42 with Stacey on moral hazard. 32:26 EP486 with Stan Schwartz, MD. 32:31  EP485 with Cristin Dickerson, MD. 32:56 The Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen. 34:55 How does Nomi Health work with and help employers?   You can learn more at nomihealth.com or reach out to Mark at mark@nomihealth.com. You can also follow Mark and Nomi Health on LinkedIn.   @markhirevue discusses #plansponsor #healthspend and #clinicalorg pay on our #healthcarepodcast. #podcast #financialhealth #patientoutcomes #primarycare #digitalhealth #healthcareleadership #healthcaretransformation #healthcareinnovation   Recent past interviews: Click a guest's name for their latest RHV episode! Stacey Richter (INBW45), Stacey Richter (INBW44), Marilyn Bartlett (Encore! EP450), Dr Mick Connors, Sarah Emond (EP494), Sarah Emond (Bonus Episode), Stacey Richter (INBW43), Olivia Ross (Take Two: EP240), John Quinn

Jensen Huang Just Won IEEE's Highest Honor. The Reason Tells Us Everything About Where Tech Is Headed.IEEE announced Jensen Huang as its 2026 Medal of Honor recipient at CES this week. The NVIDIA founder joins a lineage stretching back to 1917—over a century of recognizing people who didn't just advance technology, but advanced humanity through technology.That distinction matters more than ever.I spoke with Mary Ellen Randall, IEEE's 2026 President and CEO, from the floor of CES Las Vegas. The timing felt significant. Here we are, surrounded by the latest gadgets and AI demonstrations, having a conversation about something deeper: what all this technology is actually for.IEEE isn't a small operation. It's the world's largest technical professional society—500,000 members across 190 countries, 38 technical societies, and 142 years of history that traces back to when the telegraph was connecting continents and electricity was the revolutionary new thing. Back then, engineers gathered to exchange ideas, challenge each other's thinking, and push innovation forward responsibly.The methods have evolved. The mission hasn't."We're dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity," Randall told me. Not advancing technology for its own sake. Not for quarterly earnings. For humanity. It sounds like a slogan until you realize it's been their operating principle since before radio existed.What struck me was her framing of this moment. Randall sees parallels to the Renaissance—painters working with sculptors, sharing ideas with scientists, cross-pollinating across disciplines to create explosive growth. "I believe we're in another time like that," she said. "And IEEE plays a crucial role because we are the way to get together and exchange ideas on a very rapid scale."The Jensen Huang selection reflects this philosophy. Yes, NVIDIA built the hardware that powers AI. But the Medal of Honor citation focuses on something broader—the entire ecosystem NVIDIA created that enables AI advancement across healthcare, autonomous systems, drug discovery, and beyond. It's not just about chips. It's about what the chips make possible.That ecosystem thinking matters when AI is moving faster than our ethical frameworks can keep pace. IEEE is developing standards to address bias in AI models. They've created certification programs for ethical AI development. They even have standards for protecting young people online—work that doesn't make headlines but shapes the digital environment we all inhabit."Technology is a double-edged sword," Randall acknowledged. "But we've worked very hard to move it forward in a very responsible and ethical way."What does responsible look like when everything is accelerating? IEEE's answer involves convening experts to challenge each other, peer-reviewing research to maintain trust, and developing standards that create guardrails without killing innovation. It's the slow, unglamorous work that lets the exciting breakthroughs happen safely.The organization includes 189,000 student members—the next generation of engineers who will inherit both the tools and the responsibilities we're creating now. "Engineering with purpose" is the phrase Randall kept returning to. People don't join IEEE just for career advancement. They join because they want to do good.I asked about the future. Her answer circled back to history: the Renaissance happened when different disciplines intersected and people exchanged ideas freely. We have better tools for that now—virtual conferences, global collaboration, instant communication. The question is whether we use them wisely.We live in a Hybrid Analog Digital Society where the choices engineers make today ripple through everything tomorrow. Organizations like IEEE exist to ensure those choices serve humanity, not just shareholder returns.Jensen Huang's Medal of Honor isn't just recognition of past achievement. It's a statement about what kind of innovation matters.Subscribe to the Redefining Society and Technology podcast. Stay curious. Stay human.My Newsletter? Yes, of course, it is here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7079849705156870144/Marco Ciappelli: https://www.marcociappelli.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SATURN IN ARIES, YEAR AHEAD 2026, and DECADE AHEAD SPECIAL HOROSCOPES for each sign! Free for Superstars at https://www.nadiyashahsuperstars.com, or get the download at nadiyashah.com !  EXCITING NEWS! Now, you can be a Superstar for as low as just $3 a month! The Future Is Magical -New platform, new format, with a super fast new server-Easy upgrade, downgrade or cancel anytime https://www.nadiyashahsuperstars.comNEW! 4-WEEK COURSE STELLAR HEALING: UNLOCK YOUR COSMIC BLUEPRINT FOR RADIANT HEALTH & VITALITYWITH LEADING MEDICAL ASTROLOGER KIRA SUTHERLAND!THIS IS ONE NOT TO BE MISSED Learn More now at synchronicityuniversity.comScheduleClass 1: Solar Secrets - Your Annual Health Reset Class 2: Lunar Magic - Healing with Moon Phase PowerClass 3: Nutrition and Herbs - Your Astrological Cosmic CuisineClass 4: Stellar Solutions - Live Q&A with Expert KiraNEW! 2026 JANUARY SPEAKER SERIES! WITH A PHENOMENAL LINEUP OF THE BEST OF THE BEST!Learn More now at synchronicityuniversity.comClass 1: Bibian Orjuela — Introduction to Astro-herbalismClass 2: Inna Segal — Understanding the Language of your BodyClass 3: Maria Alvarez — Solar Return Class 4: Amir Bey — Blending Composite and Davison Relationship ChartsClass 5: Hollis Taylor (they/them) — Gender Roles, Identities, and Expression in the Astrology Chart NEW! 5-WEEK COURSE LAUNCH YOUR ASTROLOGY PRACTICE WITH A YOUTUBE CHANNEL THAT SHINES!WITH SUPERSTAR ASTROLOGER DABNEY LAWLESSLearn More now at synchronicityuniversity.comScheduleClass 1: What Is Your Astrology Brand?Class 2: Networking, Organizations & EventsClass 3: Creating Astrology Videos for YouTubeClass 4: Creating Assets for YouTubeClass 5: Live Q&A Session with Expert Dabney LawlessNEW! 5-WEEK COURSE FIVE COSMIC CATALYSTS FOR YOUR BEST YEAR YET!WITH SUPERSTAR ASTROLOGER RYAN HUNTLearn More now at synchronicityuniversity.comScheduleCatalyst 1: The Initiator — MarsCatalyst 2: The Visionary — JupiterCatalyst 3: The Architect — SaturnCatalyst 4: The Transformer — PlutoCatalyst 5: The Awakener — UranusFRENCH VANITY FAIR Top 12 astrologers on the planethttps://shorturl.at/zDqqoREFINERY29 Top 10 astrologers on YouTube  https://shorturl.at/ci5NEThank You FOR MAKING my most recent books #1 NEW RELEASE ON AMAZON ASTROLOGY BOOKS! GET MY BOOKS NOW: OF RAVENS & DRAGONFLIES: http://bit.ly/47lI24qThe Universe is Wise &Loving: https://shorturl.at/p2u2QPrayers to The Sky: https://amzn.to/38bZh6SBe Social: To interact and be in the loop on astrological happenings and inspirations... 'Like' me here: http://www.facebook.com/nadiyashahdotcomhttps://www.facebook.com/synchronicityuniversity'Follow' me here: http://twitter.com/nadiyashah'Follow' me here: http://nadiyashah.bsky.social'Follow" me here: http://instagram.com/nadiyashah http://instagram.com/nadiya_shahhttps://www.instagram.com/synchronicityuniversity/'Follow" me here: https://www.threads.net/@nadiya_shah'Follow' me here: https://www.tiktok.com/@nadiya.shahThank You for watching!*N.

SATURN IN ARIES, YEAR AHEAD 2026, and DECADE AHEAD SPECIAL HOROSCOPES for each sign! Free for Superstars at https://www.nadiyashahsuperstars.com, or get the download at nadiyashah.com !  EXCITING NEWS! Now, you can be a Superstar for as low as just $3 a month! The Future Is Magical -New platform, new format, with a super fast new server-Easy upgrade, downgrade or cancel anytime https://www.nadiyashahsuperstars.comNEW! 4-WEEK COURSE STELLAR HEALING: UNLOCK YOUR COSMIC BLUEPRINT FOR RADIANT HEALTH & VITALITYWITH LEADING MEDICAL ASTROLOGER KIRA SUTHERLAND!THIS IS ONE NOT TO BE MISSED Learn More now at synchronicityuniversity.comScheduleClass 1: Solar Secrets - Your Annual Health Reset Class 2: Lunar Magic - Healing with Moon Phase PowerClass 3: Nutrition and Herbs - Your Astrological Cosmic CuisineClass 4: Stellar Solutions - Live Q&A with Expert KiraNEW! 2026 JANUARY SPEAKER SERIES! WITH A PHENOMENAL LINEUP OF THE BEST OF THE BEST!Learn More now at synchronicityuniversity.comClass 1: Bibian Orjuela — Introduction to Astro-herbalismClass 2: Inna Segal — Understanding the Language of your BodyClass 3: Maria Alvarez — Solar Return Class 4: Amir Bey — Blending Composite and Davison Relationship ChartsClass 5: Hollis Taylor (they/them) — Gender Roles, Identities, and Expression in the Astrology Chart NEW! 5-WEEK COURSE LAUNCH YOUR ASTROLOGY PRACTICE WITH A YOUTUBE CHANNEL THAT SHINES!WITH SUPERSTAR ASTROLOGER DABNEY LAWLESSLearn More now at synchronicityuniversity.comScheduleClass 1: What Is Your Astrology Brand?Class 2: Networking, Organizations & EventsClass 3: Creating Astrology Videos for YouTubeClass 4: Creating Assets for YouTubeClass 5: Live Q&A Session with Expert Dabney LawlessNEW! 5-WEEK COURSE FIVE COSMIC CATALYSTS FOR YOUR BEST YEAR YET!WITH SUPERSTAR ASTROLOGER RYAN HUNTLearn More now at synchronicityuniversity.comScheduleCatalyst 1: The Initiator — MarsCatalyst 2: The Visionary — JupiterCatalyst 3: The Architect — SaturnCatalyst 4: The Transformer — PlutoCatalyst 5: The Awakener — UranusFRENCH VANITY FAIR Top 12 astrologers on the planethttps://shorturl.at/zDqqoREFINERY29 Top 10 astrologers on YouTube  https://shorturl.at/ci5NEThank You FOR MAKING my most recent books #1 NEW RELEASE ON AMAZON ASTROLOGY BOOKS! GET MY BOOKS NOW: OF RAVENS & DRAGONFLIES: http://bit.ly/47lI24qThe Universe is Wise &Loving: https://shorturl.at/p2u2QPrayers to The Sky: https://amzn.to/38bZh6SBe Social: To interact and be in the loop on astrological happenings and inspirations... 'Like' me here: http://www.facebook.com/nadiyashahdotcomhttps://www.facebook.com/synchronicityuniversity'Follow' me here: http://twitter.com/nadiyashah'Follow' me here: http://nadiyashah.bsky.social'Follow" me here: http://instagram.com/nadiyashah http://instagram.com/nadiya_shahhttps://www.instagram.com/synchronicityuniversity/'Follow" me here: https://www.threads.net/@nadiya_shah'Follow' me here: https://www.tiktok.com/@nadiya.shahThank You for watching!*N.

Brandyn Murtagh is a full-time bug bounty-hunter and ethical ‘White Hat' hacker who is the founder of MurtaSec. In this episode, he joins host Heather Engel to discuss AI threats and their impact on the security community, as well as his unique approach to threat modeling, the dual nature of AI, and more. • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com

Israeli humanitarian aid organizations have been reporting a drop in partnerships and donations abroad since the outbreak of the Gaza war. Ayelet Levin Karp, the CEO of SID Israel, which is an umbrella organization for Israel’s international development and humanitarian aid community, said their recent survey shows a retreat from international cooperation and donors, even Jewish ones. She told reporter Arieh O’Sullivan that despite this, most organizations have not collapsed and continue to work to better the world. (photo: courtesy) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Destination on the Left, I'm joined by the dynamic Neelu Kaur, organizational psychologist, self-advocacy champion, author, and keynote speaker. Neelu dispels the myth that self-advocacy is boastful, and we discuss how advocating for yourself can actually be a generous and empowering act. She shares how leaders and teams can create environments where all voices are heard, exploring the innovative concept of "generous exclusion," and the importance of dialing up the "I" or the "we" when the moment calls for it. Neelu also suggests some great practical strategies for promoting authentic self-advocacy in any organization. What You Will Learn in This Episode: Why self-advocacy is often misunderstood as boastful and how to reframe it as essential for innovation What "generous exclusion" means, and how being intentional about who participates can lead to more creative outcomes How different processing styles impact participation in meetings, and what leaders can do to create safer spaces for all voices Why structure is necessary for big, creative thinking, and how frameworks borrowed from organizations like Disney help teams brainstorm and dream without self-censoring Understanding what energizes individuals creates a more productive, collaborative environment What practical steps you can take to build self-advocacy skills How Speaking Up Transforms Teams and Unlocks Personal Potential So many people, particularly women, introverts, or those from cultures that value humility, see self-advocacy as something selfish or boastful. Neelu turns this assumption on its head, describing self-advocacy as the most generous act you can do. By speaking up, you model positive behaviors for others, making it easier for those who follow in your footsteps to do the same. When you advocate for yourself, whether it's sharing an idea in a meeting or negotiating your role, you're not just advancing your own interests. You're opening doors, encouraging diversity of thought, and paving the way for colleagues who may face similar barriers. The Barriers to Speaking Up and How to Overcome Them For years, Neelu thought her professional setbacks stemmed from a lack of skills, but she realized she just hadn't learned to advocate for her ideas. Her silence was frequently misread as disengagement, and fast-paced meetings left her behind. To overcome the hurdle of seeing speaking up as boastful, she recommends self-reflection and practical steps, such as practicing self-advocacy in low-stakes situations, like choosing a restaurant for dinner with friends. Leaders and organizations also need to adjust by building meeting structures that allow quieter voices to contribute and encouraging follow-up dialogue beyond real-time meetings. Are We Over-Indexing on Collaboration? Collaboration is praised as the ideal. But as we discuss, simply adding more people to a meeting doesn't guarantee creativity—or even productivity. Neelu highlights the concept of "generous exclusion" by Priya Parker, sharing why being selective about who joins which meetings lets people focus, minimizes inefficiencies, and leaves room for deep work. Organizations often over-index on collaboration, with endless group meetings that crowd out the time needed for innovation. Instead, leaders need to be strategic, invite the right mix of creative minds, give space for diverse strengths, and allow those who need extra processing time to contribute asynchronously. Resources: Website: https://www.neelukaur.com/ LinkedIn Personal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neelukaur/ LinkedIn Business: https://www.linkedin.com/company/neelu-kaur/ We value your thoughts and feedback and would love to hear from you. Leave us a review on your favorite streaming platform to let us know what you want to hear more o​f. Here is a quick tutorial on how to leave us a rating and review on iTunes!

As the veterinary profession heads into 2026, Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, take on a topic many veterinary professionals think about but rarely discuss out loud: whether organized veterinary medicine is still serving the people it represents. This episode is an honest, thoughtful conversation about governance, leadership, and what happens when questioning the status quo is labeled as “disruption.” Beckie shares her recent decision to step away from national leadership, what led to it, and why dissent is often mistaken for disloyalty. Together, Ernie and Beckie unpack why transparency, inclusion, and listening matter more than ever as veterinary medicine grows more complex. You'll hear why ignoring new ideas risks irrelevance, how veterinary technicians continue to fight for meaningful representation, and what other organizations are getting right when it comes to listening and adapting. This episode is not about burning things down. It's about caring enough to make them better. If you've ever felt unheard, frustrated, or unsure where you fit in the profession, this conversation will resonate. #VeterinaryViewfinder #VetMedLeadership #VetTechVoice #OrganizedVetMed #VeterinaryMedicine #VetLife #VetTeam #VetMed2026

Happy 2026! As policy shifts and new advocacy opportunities emerge, the Bolder Advocacy team is here to guide nonprofits so they can continue to advocate boldly while remaining compliant and effective. We're kicking off the year with our Top 10 nonprofit New Year's resolutions to help your organization thrive.     Attorneys for This Episode  Monika Graham  Victor Rivera Labiosa  Natalie Roetzel Ossenfort    Top 10 2026 Resolutions:   1. Deepen Mission Alignment  Clarity fuels momentum. Revisit your mission statement to ensure that every project, partnership, and expenditure aligns directly with your core purpose.  The National Council of Nonprofits hosts a hub on its website that provides nonprofits with tools, research, and resources needed to operate a nonprofit more effectively, efficiently, and ethically.   2. Conduct an Advocacy Check-Up  Identify opportunities to enhance your organization's advocacy activities, and raise potential issues about compliance with the tax, lobby, election, and other laws that govern your work.  The Advocacy Check-Up is a self-assessment tool for 501(c)(3) public charities to review compliance with federal and state advocacy rules and identify opportunities to strengthen advocacy capacity.   3. Invest in Staff Well-Being  A supported team propels progress through good times and through bad. Prioritize mental health, provide professional development opportunities, and maintain a culture of appreciation. Encourage continuous learning to ensure that your team is constantly growing and expanding its expertise on the issues facing your communities and potential policy solutions.  For tips on how to better invest in staff well-being click here.   4. Strengthen Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)  Commit to measurable actions to ensure your staff, board, and programs reflect and serve your community's diversity authentically.  Resources for strengthening DEI practices are available through the Philanthropic Initiative for Racial Justice and the Council of Nonprofits.   5. Improve Financial Transparency  Publish clear annual reports, be open about how resources are used, and communicate outcomes to maintain trust.  For tips on how to demonstrate clear financial accountability take a look at the NCN's post on financial transparency and public disclosure requirements.  6. Embrace Digital Transformation  Technology can amplify reach and efficiency. Adopt digital mechanisms for donor management, storytelling, virtual events, and operations.  Refer to BA's Influencing Public Policy in the Digital Age for best practices on engaging in online advocacy.   7. Build Sustainable Fundraising Strategies  Diversify revenue streams. Combine grants, recurring donations, sponsorships, private donors, and other opportunities for long-term financial health.  If you are a foundation interested in expanding your advocacy funding, explore our Focus on Foundations hub.  8. Measure What Matters  Data-driven decisions help refine focus and prove impact. Develop and track meaningful metrics that demonstrate actual outcomes.   Check out our Advocacy Evaluation Resources hub for sample benchmarks and guides to help your nonprofit assess its strengths, identify areas for growth, and become more effective in its advocacy.  9. Strengthen Community Partnerships  Collaborate rather than compete. Coalitions, community, local governments, and businesses can all amplify their missions through shared resources and reach.  Find other like-minded organizations and work in coalition to register voters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections and to advance legislative and other policy priorities.  Our Coalition Checklist provides information about common joint advocacy activities, resource sharing, and how to safely partner with other tax-exempt organizations.    10. Prepare for Midterm Elections  Remember: 501(c)(3) public charities may engage in nonpartisan voter education, issue advocacy, and civic engagement, so plan your election-season activities early to ensure the organization is impactful while remaining compliant.   Browse Rules of the Game: A Guide to Election Related Activities for 501(c)(3) Organizations for a deeper dive on best practices for engaging in nonpartisal election season advocacy.    

Bonnie Tinder is the founder and CEO of Raven Intelligence, an independent B2B peer review site that amplifies the voice of the customer. She focuses on software customers, consulting partners, and software vendors and helps identify the best partners for their needs. In this episode of Cloud Wars Live, Bonnie and Bob explore why AI success hinges far more on implementation than hype. As the AI economy moves from experimentation to everyday business reality, Bonnie shares research-backed insights from hundreds of enterprise HR projects showing that poorly executed implementations quietly derail AI value.Episode 57 | Implementation Before IntelligenceThe Big Themes:Implementation Determines AI Value: AI success is not driven by algorithms alone — it is directly tied to the quality of enterprise software implementation. Analysis of 500 HR projects shows a strong correlation between implementation effectiveness and AI-driven business outcomes. Organizations with successful implementations realized nearly twice the value from AI initiatives compared to those with partial or failed rollouts.Data Readiness Is the Biggest Barrier: The most common reason AI initiatives fail is insufficient data maturity. Clean, standardized, and integrated datasets — particularly across HR, finance, and operations — are essential. Disparities between systems like payroll, talent management, and time tracking undermine AI effectiveness. Enterprises with unified data architectures unlock far greater AI value because insights can flow across the business, enabling agents and analytics to operate holistically rather than in silos.Process Discipline Is Rewarded: AI rewards disciplined organizations and punishes undisciplined ones. Well-defined workflows, governance structures, and operational rigor enable AI to perform as intended. Without them, AI exposes inefficiencies and compounds chaos. This explains why AI often “fails” during implementation rather than in production. The technology is rarely the issue, organizational readiness is. AI simply shines a spotlight on how well the business actually runs.The Big Quote: “AI does not replace process discipline. It rewards it."More from Bonnie Tinder:Connect with Bonnie on LinkedIn. Visit Cloud Wars for more.

In this episode, Chris Carter reflects on a pivotal leadership mistake that deeply impacted his team—making a team member cry during a meeting. Chris candidly shares the emotional aftermath, the lessons learned from his mentor and spouse, and how this experience reshaped his approach to leadership. The discussion offers valuable insights for SaaS leaders on empathy, accountability, and team management.Key Takeaways[0:00] Chris Carter opens up about a critical leadership error: making a team member cry in a meeting.[0:11] He discusses the emotional toll and the importance of seeking advice from trusted mentors and loved ones.[0:20] Chris emphasizes the need to treat every team member equally and avoid leading through fear or threats.[0:55] He highlights the importance of understanding the root cause of performance issues—whether personal or professional—and considering alternative solutions.[1:10] Jeff Mains asks how Chris made amends and the broader impact on the team.Tweetable Quotes"I made the mistake one time of making a team member cry. Literally, I made him cry in one of our meetings and I felt horrible afterwards.""As a leader, you can't lead by fear. You have to work with your team, not threaten them.""If someone is struggling, try to help them first. If it doesn't work out, replace them quickly but compassionately.""You never know what's going on in someone's life outside of work. Empathy matters."SaaS Leadership LessonsLead with Empathy: Understand that your team members are people first, employees second.Seek Guidance: Don't hesitate to consult mentors or loved ones when facing tough leadership moments.Avoid Fear-Based Leadership: Inspire and support your team rather than intimidating them.Address Issues Directly: If a team member is underperforming, address it quickly and fairly.Consider the Whole Person: Recognize that personal issues can affect work performance—be flexible and supportive.Learn and Grow: Mistakes are inevitable; what matters is how you respond and grow as a leader.Guest Resourcescc@approyo.comhttp://www.Approyo.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-carter-885159/X.com/ApproyoEpisode SponsorThe Captain's KeysSmall Fish, Big Pond – https://smallfishbigpond.com/ Use the promo code ‘SaaSFuel'Champion Leadership Group – https://championleadership.com/SaaS Fuel ResourcesWebsite - https://championleadership.com/Jeff Mains on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffkmains/Twitter -

When a longtime CEO steps down, it's not just a change in leadership—it's a shift in the organization's heartbeat. After 40 years of service, Williams faced exactly that moment: a legacy to honor, a culture to protect, and a future to build. But how do you preserve stability while ushering in transformation? In this episode, Debbie Pickle, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer at Williams, talks about orchestrating a seamless CEO succession  after long tenures and the CHRO's pivotal role in managing the culture, priorities, and structure during these executive transitions. She walks through creating a CEO Resource Guide, using tools like Hogan Assessments, 360 feedback, and development plans to prepare candidates, and crafting a thoughtful 30–60–90-day plan for the incoming CEO. Debbie also shares how Williams redefined its core values and replaced its mission and vision with a purpose statement, all while aligning the board of directors through strong governance principles like "noses in, fingers out." CHROs will learn all tips into managing leadership transitions through feedback loop, the importance of continuous learning during change, and how to become a true strategic partner and CEO whisperer in the organization. You'll learn how to guide your company through its next defining leadership chapter and balance what's changing vs. what's staying the same.   ---------- 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/ Future-ready organizations are built, not hoped for. My latest book, -The 8 Laws of Employee Experience shows how. Preorder here: 8EXlaws.com

This episode's Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow' Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HEREEpisode Overview: Healthcare still doesn't truly know "who is who" — and that identity crisis is costing health systems patients, trust, and growth.Our next guest, Clay Ritchey, is tackling this challenge head-on as CEO of Verato.With more than two decades of experience driving growth and innovation across market-leading healthcare technology organizations, Clay brings a unique perspective on why identity intelligence is the hidden driver of patient loyalty and better outcomes.Scaling his previous company through hyper-growth and a successful merger, he understands what it takes to seamlessly implement solutions that transform how healthcare organizations engage with consumers.Join us to discover how Verato is powering a single source of truth for identity across healthcare and why being "impatient as hell" is exactly what this industry needs. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Be impatient as hell — Clay's advice to healthcare innovators is to maintain urgency and not let the slow pace of the industry get in your way.Healthcare's identity crisis is blocking digital transformation — The High Tech Act moved healthcare off paper records, but we missed solving identity, leaving fragmented data that prevents a true 360-degree patient view.7 in 10 healthcare leaders are losing patients due to poor experiences — Verato's national study revealed that fragmented identity data is directly driving patient attrition and eroding loyalty.Consumerism is reshaping healthcare — Less than 25% of millennials have a primary care physician, and patients are increasingly willing to drive past hospitals for better experiences elsewhere.Identity intelligence is foundational for AI success — Organizations are investing in identity data quality now because high-fidelity data is essential to trustworthy AI outcomes.About our Guest:Clay brings more than 20 years of experience driving growth and innovation in market-leading healthcare technology organizations to Verato.As CEO, Clay is passionate about working with healthcare, life science, and government organizations across the care continuum to transform the way that consumers and patients engage with them to build deeper relationships resulting in improved outcomes and sustainable growth for our customers.Prior to joining Verato, Clay served as CEO of Evariant, a healthcare SaaS CRM and big data analytics company, achieving hyper-growth of the organization and leading them to a successful merger.Prior roles also include Chief Marketing Officer at Imprivata, CEO at Maryland-based Equinox Healthcare, and Vice President of Marketing and Strategy at Hill-Rom IT Solutions. Clay received his MBA from Harvard Business School and his BSEE, with Highest Distinction, from The Pennsylvania State University.Links Supporting This Episode: Clay Ritchey LinkedIn page: CLICK HERE

Starting January 5th, 2026, tens of thousands of Ontario government employees return to the office full-time, with Alberta following in February. Major banks and corporations are rolling out similar mandates across Canada. But are we solving the real problem?Canada's productivity crisis is undeniable. Our GDP per capita has fallen to 75% of the US level (down from 90% in 2010), and we're second only to Italy in G7 productivity decline. Business productivity dropped 1% in Q2 2025—the sharpest decline since 2022.The instinct is to blame remote work. But the data tells a different story: 77% of remote workers report being more productive at home, yet 85% of leaders don't trust it. The real issue? Most managers never learned to manage without proximity, and most employees never developed the self-management skills remote work requires.For decades, managers relied on presence as a proxy for productivity. Remote work exposed this weakness. Meanwhile, 61% of remote workers say they need more training, but only 70% receive it. The result: some thrive remotely while others work 65% more hours and burn out.The solution isn't about choosing remote versus office—it's about intentional skill-building. Managers need to learn outcome-based management. Employees need time management and boundary-setting skills. Organizations need to design work models deliberately.This week's Golden Hour challenge: If you're a manager, define what "good" actually looks like for one person's role. If you're an employee, track where one full workday actually goes. If you're an owner, identify your biggest productivity drain.The businesses that build these skills will dominate. The ones arguing about chairs won't.Connect with Chris Cooper:Website - https://businessisgood.com/

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This episode returns to a core leadership question many organizations avoid:Do we actually understand the people who work here?In a distributed, multi-generational, and economically uneven workforce, alignment no longer comes from policies, averages, or broad engagement initiatives. It comes from leaders who can reverse engineer the employee of one—and scale that understanding responsibly.This conversation examines how geography, financial reality, life stage, and exposure shape employee expectations around pay, benefits, leadership, and work design. In today's remote environment, those differences coexist inside the same organization, often without acknowledgment.We explore:Why most employee listening strategies fail to inform real decisionsHow fragmented alignment shows up as anxiety, friction, and slowed executionWhat accountability looks like when people feel seen and supportedHow autonomy, trust, and modern tools enable innovation at every levelThe leadership behaviors required to scale individualized understanding without chaosThe premise is straightforward:Organizations perform better when leaders design work around real people—not assumptions.This is not a philosophical debate.It's a practical lens for leaders responsible for performance, culture, and long-term value creation.As organizations plan for 2026 and beyond, alignment must be intentional, human, and operationalized—starting with the employee of one.

Steve Martin: Why Agile Fatigue Means We Need to Change Our Approach Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "We teach transformation, we support transformation, we help change, but we don't really understand what they're changing from." - Steve Martin   Steve believes Agile as a whole is on the back foot, possibly regressing. There's palpable fatigue in the industry, and transformation in its current form hasn't been the success we hoped. Organizations still need to work in a state of agility—making rapid decisions, aligning teams, delivering value at pace—but they're exhausted by how we've implemented Agile. As Agile professionals, Steve argues, we have a responsibility to take stock and reflect on what's not working. The problem isn't that organizations don't need agility; it's that we've been force-feeding them frameworks without understanding their context. Steve invokes an ancient principle: "When the student is ready, the teacher will appear." But we haven't waited for readiness—we've barged in with Big Bang transformations, bringing 10, 15, or 20 Agile coaches to "save the world." The solution requires meeting people where they are, understanding what they're changing from, not just what they're changing to. Steve's coaching conversation centers on a radical idea: stop trying to help teams that don't want to be helped. Focus on teams already interested in incremental, adaptable delivery. Run small pilots, learn what works, then scale when ready. The age of prescriptive transformation is over. We need to adapt to the reality of the moment, experiment with what works, and have the courage to change the plan when our approach isn't working.   Self-reflection Question: Are you forcing Agile on teams that aren't ready, or are you working with those who genuinely want to improve their delivery approach?   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

8 Ways to Reduce Stress in the Workplace Episode Summary Workplace stress steals joy, drains productivity, and harms overall well being. In this episode, we break down eight practical strategies employees and leaders can use to reduce stress, rebuild clarity, and create healthier work environments. If left unchecked, stress can impact performance, morale, and mental health, but the right habits and boundaries can change everything. The Hidden Cost of Workplace Stress Stress is one of the biggest barriers to engagement and performance. Millions of workdays are lost each year due to stress, anxiety, and depression. Tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and lack of support are often the biggest contributors. Ignoring stress hurts people and companies. Addressing it helps everyone thrive. 8 Ways to Reduce Workplace Stress 1. Recognize the Early Signs Irritability, worry, trouble sleeping, shallow breathing, and trouble focusing are often the first signals. Understanding how stress shows up emotionally, physically, and behaviorally helps you catch it before it escalates. 2. Identify the Source Is it workload? Expectations? A demanding boss? Interpersonal conflict? Clarity helps you respond more intentionally and set healthier boundaries. 3. Set Clear Boundaries Boundaries communicate what is acceptable and sustainable. Whether it is availability, workload, or working hours, defining your limits reduces overload and protects your well being. 4. Evaluate Life Outside of Work Your routines matter. Poor sleep, rushed mornings, and lack of recovery time amplify workplace stress. Incorporate activities that reset your nervous system like yoga, exercise, or quiet mornings. 5. Practice Mindfulness Staying grounded in the present moment reduces anxiety about yesterday's mistakes or tomorrow's deadlines. Mindfulness, breathwork, and even aromatherapy can help calm the mind and increase clarity. 6. Stay Connected Strong relationships act as a buffer against stress. Talking with trusted friends, colleagues, or family helps you problem solve, feel supported, and maintain perspective. 7. Avoid Unhealthy Coping Habits Alcohol, junk food, caffeine overload, and smoking increase stress long term. Choose healthier outlets like movement, meditation, and nourishing routines to support your mental and physical health. 8. Work Smarter, Not Harder Multitasking increases errors and stress. Focus on single tasking, prioritizing what matters most, and organizing your workload in a manageable way. Efficiency reduces pressure. Why Employers Should Care Healthy employees perform better. Organizations that prioritize well being experience higher morale, stronger retention, and greater productivity. Flexible work options, reasonable expectations, appreciation, and opportunities for connection all reduce workplace stress. Final Takeaway Stress does not have to dominate your work life. When employees understand the signals, identify the root causes, and take proactive steps to manage stress, everyone benefits. When leaders support this effort, workplace culture transforms. Reducing stress is possible – and it starts with awareness, boundaries, connection, and smarter working habits.