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On this episode of the Beyond Barriers Podcast, our host Brooke Skinner Ricketts welcomes Corey Jones, a visionary who has journeyed from engineering to the forefront of executive leadership as Co-Founder and CEO of PrismWork.  Today we dive into a much needed conversation about re-thinking how we interact with each other at the workplace. Corey's story is not just about career transition but about revolutionizing leadership in an era where change is the only constant. With a focus on the pandemic's impact on the workplace, Corey discusses the critical aspects of leadership that cater to the holistic needs of employees.  Listen as we explore the transformative power of empathy and inclusivity in crafting a successful organizational culture. Visit our website where you will find show notes and links to all the resources in this episode, including the best way to get in touch with our special guest.  

https://youtu.be/qucZB5KV4BY Corey Jones, the CEO and co-founder of PrismWork, a culture assessment and consulting company in Texas. We discuss the Hearti Framework and strategies for improving people's skills and how to revolutionizing the workplace through HEARTI leadership, showcasing innovative approaches to enhancing organizational culture. --- Build HEARTI Leadership with Corey Jones Our is Corey Jones, the CEO and co-founder of PrismWork, a culture assessment and consulting company in Texas. Corey, welcome to the show. Thank you, Steve. Very nice to be here. It's nice to have you. I really wonder, you know, what does it take to get into cultural assessments and consulting and become an entrepreneur in that space? What attracted you to it? Oh, great question. And I guess like most founders and business leaders, my path is winding. There was no, when I, you know, left school, I wasn't thinking, I want to start a culture consulting company or a leadership development company. I started as a creative. I worked in advertising for over two decades, creating videos, creating advertisements, connecting with audiences in different ways for brands. Brands that you've probably never heard of and a few that you probably have. And moved into as an executive creative director. And in all of that journey, that career pathing, I saw how other people led. I remembered how I was treated and how I felt along the way and had a lot of lessons learned. And there was a lot of common experiences with myself and some of my peers in the corporate environment. And my goal in 2019 when I left corporate America was to leave it better than I found it. So, I found that the best way to do that was to focus on leadership. And so my remit for myself, my passion was how to define modern leadership or leadership for the 21st century because I felt it was lacking. A lot of people were burned out. A lot of people were disillusioned with what leadership and what companies, how they were being treated. And then COVID happened. We had COVID, we had a lot of upheaval, racial strife with some murders in the US of Ahmaud Arbery and George Floyd and Breonna Taylor among others. And there was a lot of introspection and reflective thoughts for in the corporate community of how we can be better, how we can do better. So it was right on time, it synced with my focus on leadership. And so, my whole focus again, is like I said, is to lead the corporate environment better than I found it and to focus on leadership. And how we did that as we started talking to other leaders, leaning on our own experiences, talking to organizational behavioral experts and specialists, DEI consultants, other leaders, HR professionals. And what kept rising to the top were the six essential skills, and it was humility, empathy, accountability, resiliency, transparency, and inclusivity. We put all of those together, and it really resonated with them and resonated with us. And sorry, this is what you call the HEARTI framework, right? That's right. We call it HEARTI. Humility, empathy, accountability, resiliency, transparency, and inclusivity. Okay, so let's get into it. So why did you pick these six, and is this a particular order that they are in? Is this significant or is it just you have to focus on these six in whatever order? Well, we don't expect everyone to be completely HEARTI in all ways. We have strengths and we have vulnerabilities. What's great about HEARTI is they're pretty approachable. Most people understand what each of those skills mean. When you say humility, people have a general understanding of what that means. And when we talk about humility, it means recognizing your own limitations and understanding that the accomplishments are due to the efforts of the team. It's not just ourselves. It is minimizing arrogance, but it really is understanding where we're limited and where we lean on each other in order to perform better. And I'll go through all the rest of them,

In today's ever-changing work landscape, being adaptable is more important than ever. Corey and his team at PrismWork specialize in helping brands and leaders navigate the complexities of modern leadership, creating inclusive environments where everyone can succeed. Recently taking on his brave new role as CEO, Corey chats with Ryan about how he balances staying connected with his team while handling his endless list of responsibilities. He opens up about the challenge of stepping out of his comfort zone, a journey that ultimately helped him grow. Throughout this conversation, Corey talks about how he is fully embracing every opportunity in front of him with courage. Corey also shares what's behind PrismWork's proprietary HEARTI leadership assessment and stresses the significance of having diverse teams to avoid falling into echo chambers.

Corey Jones, the CEO and co-founder of PrismWork, a culture assessment and consulting company in Texas. We discuss the Hearti Framework and strategies for improving people's skills and how to revolutionizing the workplace through HEARTI leadership, showcasing innovative approaches to enhancing organizational culture.   (00:27) Corey's entrepreneurial journey (03:23) The Hearti Framework (09:10) The right balance between empathy and accountability  (13:07) How to improve people's skills (14:52) Revolutionizing the workplace through HEARTI leadership (19:14) Parting Thoughts   Links and Resources Steve and Greg Cleary's Book Pinnacle: Five Principles that Take Your Business to the Top of the Mountain Work with Steve - Stevepreda.com Connect with Steve on LinkedIn Corey's LinkedIn Hearti Assestement Prismwork readintentionalpower.com

Welcome to episode #921 of Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast. Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast - Episode #921. In a transformative era for the global workplace, Lisen Stromberg guides leaders towards creating more inclusive and innovative work cultures. As the CEO and Co-founder of PrismWork, Lisen has dedicated the latter half of her career to reshaping the way businesses approach leadership and workplace dynamics. Her latest contribution to this work is her new book, Intentional Power - The 6 Essential Leadership Skills for Triple Bottom Line Impact (co-authored with Corey Jones and JeanAnn Nichols), which serves as a compass for those navigating the complexities of modern leadership. The book emphasizes the importance of empathy, inclusivity, and strategic leadership in achieving a triple bottom line impact. It also outlines six essential leadership skills crucial for navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by the future of work. From the impact of AI on various professions to the rejection of traditional educational paths, Lisen and her co-authors explore the multifaceted nature of leadership in the 21st century. Lisen's journey from a successful career in marketing to a leader in culture innovation and leadership transformation is marked by a critical insight: The work environment matters as much as the work itself. This realization propelled her towards establishing PrismWork, where she and her team have been instrumental in fostering workplaces that not only prioritize productivity but also embrace diversity and inclusivity as core values. In this episode, Lisen (who also authored, Work Pause Thrive) breaks down the current shift in workplace culture (and what we need to do about it). She delves into the nuances of building inclusive cultures amidst the tensions of wokeism, the fragility of the economy, and the evolving nature of capitalism. With the rise of "power skills" in job descriptions and the competitive job market's demand for deep culture, Lisen's insights offer guidance for leaders striving for excellence in a rapidly changing world. She also deep-dives on the rise of women entrepreneurs and the impact of motherhood on career trajectories. By advocating for Intentional Power, she underscores the need for leaders to wield their influence with purpose and empathy, shaping a future where work is not just about profitability, but also about creating value for all stakeholders. Lisen's mission is clear: To inspire leaders to use their power intentionally for the collective good. Enjoy the conversation... Running time: 56:35. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Six Pixels of Separation. Feel free to connect to me directly on Facebook here: Mitch Joel on Facebook. Check out ThinkersOne. or you can connect on LinkedIn. ...or on Twitter. Here is my conversation with Lisen Stromberg. Intentional Power - The 6 Essential Leadership Skills for Triple Bottom Line Impact. Work Pause Thrive. PrismWork. Follow Lisen on LinkedIn. Follow Lisen on Instagram. This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'. Takeaways: The meaning of work and workplace culture have dramatically changed, driven by a new generation of talent with a collaborative and inclusive approach. Building inclusive cultures requires the development of power skills such as humility, empathy, accountability, resiliency, transparency, and inclusivity. The future of capitalism lies in stakeholder capitalism, which focuses on meeting the needs of a myriad of stakeholders and creating sustainable long-term solutions. Leadership is not limited to those at the top; individuals at every level have a role and responsibility in shaping workplace culture. The impact of AI on the future of work raises concerns about job displacement and the need for continuous learning and adaptation.  The “middle years” of the future of work are a critical period that requires careful navigation to avoid negative consequences. While there is a growing rejection of college education, essential careers such as plumbing, electricians, nurses, and doctors will still be in demand. Supporting humans in the future of work requires a shift towards capitalism for good, where meaningful services and support are provided to employees. Empathy is a crucial trait for leaders, and there are three types of empathy: cognitive empathy, emotional empathy, and compassion empathy. The optionality of employees and the shift in power dynamics in the workplace require a focus on ‘power with' rather than ‘power over'. The rise of women entrepreneurs highlights the need for better support and infrastructure for freelancers and self-employed individuals. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Background 01:18 - The Changing Landscape of Workplace Culture 03:21 - The Shift in Identity and Meaning of Work 04:48 - The Importance of Culture in the New Way of Working 06:06 - The Challenges of Building Inclusive Cultures 07:32 - Navigating the Tensions of Wokeism and Inclusion 10:31 - The Fragility of the Economy and the Future of Capitalism 12:46 - Sustainable Culture in the Face of CEO Tenure 15:07 - Empowering Middle Management for Cultural Transformation 16:26 - The Challenge of Building Deep Culture in a Competitive Job Market 19:09 - The Rise of Power Skills in Job Descriptions 20:37 - Balancing Rigor and Performance with Humanity and Empathy 28:18 - Navigating Ageism and the Changing Workforce 30:22 - The Impact of AI on the Future of Work 39:15 - The Rejection of College and the Need for Essential Careers 40:09 - Supporting Humans in the Future of Work 42:22 - The Importance of Empathy in Leadership 43:45 - The Nuances of Empathy and the Three Types 45:47 - The Optionality of Employees and the Shift in Power 47:13 - The Shift from ‘Power Over' to ‘Power With' 48:10 - The Rise of Women Entrepreneurs 49:19 - The Chasm Between Entrepreneurs and Self-Employed 51:33 - Difficult Conversations and the Future of Connectivity

  Lisen Stromberg is CEO of PrismWork, a culture innovation and leadership transformation consultancy providing C-suite executives, start-up entrepreneurs, and leaders across the globe with the data-driven insights and tools they need to achieve breakthrough success and impact. Lisen is also a best-selling author, award-winning writer, and in-demand speaker who has been on stage at numerous high-profile conferences around the globe including SXSW, Cannes Lions, and at companies including Microsoft, Twitter, and many others. Her latest best-selling book, Intentional Power: The 6 Essential Leadership Skills for Triple Bottom Line Impact, provides leaders at every level with the tools and insights they need to drive better business results for the benefit of all stakeholders. Lisen has served on numerous non-profit and start-up boards. When she isn't working with clients or speaking on stage, Lisen co-teaches a class at Stanford University on leadership in the new world of work. She earned her BA at Dartmouth College, has an MBA from UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business, and an MFA from Mills College. What you will learn in this episode: The conflict between what people think leadership is vs. what it actually needs to be What attributes are at the core essence of modern leadership Why communication is not just the words you use, and other components of communicating intentionally Why the idea of transparency in communication is challenging for some employers How you can uplevel your power skills Resources: Website: https://www.lisenstromberg.com/ Website: https://www.prismwork.com/ LinkedIn Personal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisenstromberg/ LinkedIn Business: https://www.linkedin.com/company/prismwork/ Intentional Power:The 6 Essential Skills for Triple Bottom Line Impact  

Episode 122 guest is Corey Jones, CEO / Co-founder at Prismwork.com https://www.prismwork.com/ a culture transformation company centered around the HEARTI framework described in the book, "Intentional Power: The 6 Essential Leadership Skills For Triple Bottom Line Impact" https://amzn.to/3vTFMkj co-authored by Corey Jones, with Lisen Stromberg and JeanAnn Nichols. HEARTI offers a new model of leadership built on six core competencies: 1.    Humility 2.    Empathy 3.    Accountability 4.    Resiliency 5.    Transparency 6.    Inclusivity. Intentional power argues that to truly deliver triple bottom line impact - PPP - People Planet Profit - modern leaders must build their HEARTI power skills === CONTACT COREY JONES https://www.prismwork.com/ Use this code: for free access to the HEARTI Leader Quotient report (Value $39 USD). Hurry, this offer available only until mid-March 2024. hello@prismwork.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreyjones1/ Resources: "Intentional Power: The 6 Essential Leadership Skills For Triple Bottom Line Impact" < https://amzn.to/3vTFMkj > === CONTACT PODCAST HOST, NINA SUNDAY Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@manageselfleadotherspodcast?sub_confirmation=1   Connect Nina Sunday on LinkedIn HERE: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninasunday/ You can suggest a guest, ask a question, make a comment.   To subscribe to Nina Sunday's personal blog go to https://www.brainpowertraining.com.au/ To register, scroll form at bottom of page.   Nina Sunday's training company website: https://www.brainpowertraining.com.au/signature-programs/ delivering people skills programs face-to-face, Australia-wide on: Leadership, Change, Productivity, Written Communication, Customer Service . . . and more. To visit Nina Sunday's speaker site go to https://ninasunday.com/ You can request a proposal for Nina Sunday to speak at your conference Australia Pacific and globally on either: Psychological Safety, and Psychosocial Hazards To Avoid Rookie Mistakes New Leaders Make Second Curve Thinking: Change Before You Have To Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For today's episode, our host, Teresa talks with Lisen Stromberg, about 'Maladaptations in Corporate America.' Lisen is a leadership and culture strategist, author, and CEO of PrismWork. Teresa and Lisen talk about her recently coined phrase, 'maladaptations' or adaptions women were making in the workplace that were harming or limiting them. These maladaptations were started to categorize the types of behaviors Lisen found many women have adopted to get ahead in their careers. The 5 Maladaptions: Need to Fit In Need to Fit In to Rise I Need to Sacrifice to Succeed I Need to do it Alone Success is Having it All To read the articles discussed in the podcast, click here and here To connect with Lisen: www.prismwork.com Episode Timestamp 00:06Introduction and Disclaimer 01:16What are Maladaptions? 10:11Break and Public Service Announcement 10:36Why Do You Feel You Need To Adapt? 18:36Teresa's Closing Remarks

Leaders are being asked to be more emotionally aware and embrace emotions at work. But how to do that in ways that are appropriate and comfortable for everyone? Gone are the days when we separated work and life and we now realize that we can't bring our whole selves to work without acknowledging our humanity. That can mean messy, uncomfortable emotions - and if you as a leader have not shored up your own emotional awareness, you may struggle. Nowhere is this more deeply felt than when having to conduct layoffs.Today, my guest, Daina Middleton, discusses how you can get comfortable embracing emotions at work and building rapport - yes, even if you're an introvert.  Daina shares her own C-suite story about her journey of learning to be aware of and embrace her own emotions to create more success at work and better relationships at home. Daina offers powerful and timely tips on approaching layoffs with empathy and intention, and ensuring you don't ignore those left behind. We talk about why last-hired/first-fired thinking can destroy your DEI progress and designing severance packages that are more inclusive and compassionate. To access the episode transcript, please click on the episode title at www.TheEmpathyEdge.comKey Takeaways:We are all human. We all have emotions and feelings. At the end of the day, if you want to enhance productivity, you need to make sure people can bring their whole selves to work. Listening is the most important thing you can do. Let the blank space be blank space, you do not need to fill it with your own story. Know when empathy and information should come from the leadership team, not just HR, legal, or middle management.  "If you truly want to propel and move the organization forward, you need to allow people to go through the grieving steps." —  Daina Middleton References Mentioned: The Empathy Edge Podcast: Lisen Stromberg: What Modern Leaders and Cultures Need to Succeed in the 21st CenturyHarvard Business Review, "Don't Let Layoffs Undermine Your DEI Efforts"Daina's book: Grace Meets Grit: How to Bring Out the Remarkable, Courageous Leader WithinA great article on Prismwork's site on human-centered layoffs.About Daina Middleton, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, PrismworkDaina Middleton is a former CEO and CMO, and current board member and advisor, strategy consultant, and growth architect with expertise in growing technology and services organizations. She has successfully grown and exited several marketing services businesses. Her success is fueled by focusing on creating market categories, driving thought leadership through partnerships and experiences, cultivating company culture, and executing operational excellence. Believing culture is the competitive advantage, Daina is currently creating culture transformations, inclusive leadership, and company purpose-driven strategies for businesses that wish to create better outcomes for all stakeholders.Connect with Daina MiddletonPrismwork: http://www.prismwork.comWebsite: https://dainamiddleton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dainamiddleton/Twitter: https://twitter.com/dainamiddleton Don't forget to download your free guide! Discover The 5 Business Benefits of Empathy: http://red-slice.com/business-benefits-empathy Connect with Maria: Get the podcast and book: TheEmpathyEdge.comLearn more about Maria and her work: Red-Slice.comHire Maria to speak at your next event: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake my LinkedIn Learning Course! Leading with EmpathyLinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaTwitter: @redsliceFacebook: Red Slice

Leaders are being asked to be more emotionally aware and embrace emotions at work. But how to do that in ways that are appropriate and comfortable for everyone? Gone are the days when we separated work and life and we now realize that we can't bring our whole selves to work without acknowledging our humanity. That can mean messy, uncomfortable emotions - and if you as a leader have not shored up your own emotional awareness, you may struggle. Nowhere is this more deeply felt than when having to conduct layoffs.Today, my guest, Daina Middleton, discusses how you can get comfortable embracing emotions at work and building rapport - yes, even if you're an introvert.  Daina shares her own C-suite story about her journey of learning to be aware of and embrace her own emotions to create more success at work and better relationships at home. Daina offers powerful and timely tips on approaching layoffs with empathy and intention, and ensuring you don't ignore those left behind. We talk about why last-hired/first-fired thinking can destroy your DEI progress and designing severance packages that are more inclusive and compassionate. To access the episode transcript, please click on the episode title at www.TheEmpathyEdge.comKey Takeaways:We are all human. We all have emotions and feelings. At the end of the day, if you want to enhance productivity, you need to make sure people can bring their whole selves to work. Listening is the most important thing you can do. Let the blank space be blank space, you do not need to fill it with your own story. Know when empathy and information should come from the leadership team, not just HR, legal, or middle management.  "If you truly want to propel and move the organization forward, you need to allow people to go through the grieving steps." —  Daina Middleton References Mentioned: The Empathy Edge Podcast: Lisen Stromberg: What Modern Leaders and Cultures Need to Succeed in the 21st CenturyHarvard Business Review, "Don't Let Layoffs Undermine Your DEI Efforts"Daina's book: Grace Meets Grit: How to Bring Out the Remarkable, Courageous Leader WithinA great article on Prismwork's site on human-centered layoffs.About Daina Middleton, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, PrismworkDaina Middleton is a former CEO and CMO, and current board member and advisor, strategy consultant, and growth architect with expertise in growing technology and services organizations. She has successfully grown and exited several marketing services businesses. Her success is fueled by focusing on creating market categories, driving thought leadership through partnerships and experiences, cultivating company culture, and executing operational excellence. Believing culture is the competitive advantage, Daina is currently creating culture transformations, inclusive leadership, and company purpose-driven strategies for businesses that wish to create better outcomes for all stakeholders.Connect with Daina MiddletonPrismwork: http://www.prismwork.comWebsite: https://dainamiddleton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dainamiddleton/Twitter: https://twitter.com/dainamiddleton Don't forget to download your free guide! Discover The 5 Business Benefits of Empathy: http://red-slice.com/business-benefits-empathy Connect with Maria: Get the podcast and book: TheEmpathyEdge.comLearn more about Maria and her work: Red-Slice.comHire Maria to speak at your next event: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake my LinkedIn Learning Course! Leading with EmpathyLinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaTwitter: @redsliceFacebook: Red Slice

Leadership has changed in the last few years, and it can be disorienting for leaders who've subscribed to and succeeded with the old narratives about good leadership. Companies and their leaders need to reframe their cultures to meet the new world of work in the 21st century. It's more than just being nice or being a "cool" boss or giving everyone free lunch. It requires deep and honest self-assessment and a growth mindset to shore up those necessary skills. My guest today, Lisen Stromberg, tells us what skills are required for modern leaders to be successful and how cultures can transform for maximum success. We discuss where existing leadership and culture paradigms came from and how they have changed, what skills modern leaders require for success, outlined in Prismwork's HEARTI model, and Lisen also shares her research project on men and male leaders in the workplace that they are doing in partnership with the W. K. Kellogg Foundation.  Men and male-identifying leaders, you're invited to take the survey linked in the show notes to share your experience. Key Takeaways:The army originally established the tenants of leadership back in the 1940s. That is not what is still needed in the modern business world. Influence has changed, leadership has changed, and it will continue to evolve as well. A failure of leadership that we see all the time is when a leader comes in, they do a great job creating a culture, leave, and then that just all falls away.Many leaders may not have the language, but are already doing the right things to promote equity and allyship in their company, even if they don't know that they are doing so.Culture is a competitive advantage that is hard to replicate.  "Culture is the competitive advantage. If you don't know how your culture is operating, and don't have a North Star of where you want to go, you're not going to win. You're going to lose in the war for talent, profits, investors…in the war for all." —  Lisen Stromberg About Lisen Stromberg, CEO and Co-founder, Prismwork Lisen Stromberg is CEO and Co-Founder of PrismWork, a culture transformation and leadership development consultancy. She is a highly sought-after speaker and thought leader on the future of work. Her book, Work Pause Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career, covers how highly achieving women have navigated the work/life integration issue by crafting nonlinear careers.Connect with Lisen StrombergPrismWork: https://prismwork.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/LisenStrombergLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisenstromberg/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisenstromberg/References MentionedMen and male-identifying knowledge workers, any level: Please take Prismwork's and W. K. Kellogg Foundation's research survey on men in the workplace. Your input is invaluable to the research: www.menatworkresearch.comPrimswork's HEARTI Quotient inclusive leadership assessment for the 21st Century: HEARTI stands for Humility, EMPATHY, Accountability, Resiliency, Transparency, and Inclusivity. It is built on assessments with hundreds of leaders across numerous industries as well as extensive research on modern leadership competencies. Re:Work, Understand Team Effectiveness. Info on Google's Project Aristotle. What is Psychological Safety? Google's checklist to ensure psychological safety Josh Lev: The Top Global Expert for Modern Dads at WorkRebecca Friese The Empathy Edge interview: How to Build a Good CultureJosh Levine The Empathy Edge interview: Building an Empathetic CultureSusan Hunt Stevens, The Empathy Edge interview: The ROI of Psychological Safety  Don't forget to download your free guide! Discover The 5 Business Benefits of Empathy: http://red-slice.com/business-benefits-empathy  Connect with Maria: Get the podcast and book: TheEmpathyEdge.comLearn more about Maria's brand strategy work and books: Red-Slice.comHire Maria to speak at your next event: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake my LinkedIn Learning Course! Leading with EmpathyLinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaTwitter: @redsliceFacebook: Red Slice

Leadership has changed in the last few years, and it can be disorienting for leaders who've subscribed to and succeeded with the old narratives about good leadership. Companies and their leaders need to reframe their cultures to meet the new world of work in the 21st century. It's more than just being nice or being a "cool" boss or giving everyone free lunch. It requires deep and honest self-assessment and a growth mindset to shore up those necessary skills. My guest today, Lisen Stromberg, tells us what skills are required for modern leaders to be successful and how cultures can transform for maximum success. We discuss where existing leadership and culture paradigms came from and how they have changed, what skills modern leaders require for success, outlined in Prismwork's HEARTI model, and Lisen also shares her research project on men and male leaders in the workplace that they are doing in partnership with the W. K. Kellogg Foundation.  Men and male-identifying leaders, you're invited to take the survey linked in the show notes to share your experience. Key Takeaways:The army originally established the tenants of leadership back in the 1940s. That is not what is still needed in the modern business world. Influence has changed, leadership has changed, and it will continue to evolve as well. A failure of leadership that we see all the time is when a leader comes in, they do a great job creating a culture, leave, and then that just all falls away.Many leaders may not have the language, but are already doing the right things to promote equity and allyship in their company, even if they don't know that they are doing so.Culture is a competitive advantage that is hard to replicate.  "Culture is the competitive advantage. If you don't know how your culture is operating, and don't have a North Star of where you want to go, you're not going to win. You're going to lose in the war for talent, profits, investors…in the war for all." —  Lisen Stromberg About Lisen Stromberg, CEO and Co-founder, Prismwork Lisen Stromberg is CEO and Co-Founder of PrismWork, a culture transformation and leadership development consultancy. She is a highly sought-after speaker and thought leader on the future of work. Her book, Work Pause Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career, covers how highly achieving women have navigated the work/life integration issue by crafting nonlinear careers.Connect with Lisen StrombergPrismWork: https://prismwork.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/LisenStrombergLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisenstromberg/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisenstromberg/References MentionedMen and male-identifying knowledge workers, any level: Please take Prismwork's and W. K. Kellogg Foundation's research survey on men in the workplace. Your input is invaluable to the research: www.menatworkresearch.comPrimswork's HEARTI Quotient inclusive leadership assessment for the 21st Century: HEARTI stands for Humility, EMPATHY, Accountability, Resiliency, Transparency, and Inclusivity. It is built on assessments with hundreds of leaders across numerous industries as well as extensive research on modern leadership competencies. Re:Work, Understand Team Effectiveness. Info on Google's Project Aristotle. What is Psychological Safety? Google's checklist to ensure psychological safety Josh Lev: The Top Global Expert for Modern Dads at WorkRebecca Friese The Empathy Edge interview: How to Build a Good CultureJosh Levine The Empathy Edge interview: Building an Empathetic CultureSusan Hunt Stevens, The Empathy Edge interview: The ROI of Psychological Safety  Don't forget to download your free guide! Discover The 5 Business Benefits of Empathy: http://red-slice.com/business-benefits-empathy  Connect with Maria: Get the podcast and book: TheEmpathyEdge.comLearn more about Maria's brand strategy work and books: Red-Slice.comHire Maria to speak at your next event: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake my LinkedIn Learning Course! Leading with EmpathyLinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaTwitter: @redsliceFacebook: Red Slice

The world of work has gone through a complete upheaval. The result has been an unprecedented number of resignations. In this episode of ERG PowerTalk, our guests Lisen Stromberg and Corey Jones of PrismWork discuss how ERGs can help their companies weather the storm and thrive.

Topic: Leadership experts share strategies to help leaders build trust within their teams and create a public reputation as a high functioning leader. Today's Guest: Lisen Stromberg is CEO of PrismWork, a workplace culture and leadership consultancy. She and her team work with clients to help them build next-in-class, 21st century cultures with the future-forward leaders their companies need to succeed. Lisen is also a best-selling author, award-winning independent journalist, and in demand speaker who has been on stage at numerous high-profile conferences including SXSW, TEDx, and more. She earned her BA at Dartmouth College, has an MBA from UC Berkeley's School of Business, and an MFA from Mills College. You can learn more about her at http://www.lisenstromberg.com/ (www.lisenstromberg.com) Corey Jones brings over 20 years of leadership in the creative and digital media industry to this conversation. As a leader, he's built diverse teams that flourished by focusing on cultures of empowerment and belonging. His journey through corporate America allowed him to work with decision-makers at major household brands to craft relevant storytelling messages featured in various media. His insights give leaders the tools to connect cultural relevance to the decisions their brands make today with a vision of impact on tomorrow. Corey and his team help brands and leaders understand where they sit in the realm of 21st Century Leadership and how to create environments of belonging that allow everyone to participate and thrive. Music: https://www.bensound.com/

On this episode of The Future Of Women At Work,  duo Kristen and Rachel interview Lisen Stromberg. Lisen is a widely regarded speaker, CEO of PrismWork, and author of “Work Pause Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career”. The ladies weigh in on women in the work place, navigating Covid 19 within business, inclusion for women and more. 

Lisen Stromberg is a thought-leader on workplace culture, the future of work, and how companies can create healthy environments for their employees to thrive. She is the CEO of Prismwork, a workplace culture and leadership consultancy committed to creating a business environment where employees don't have to choose between their families and their work. She is the best-selling author of Work Pause Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career. As an independent journalist, her work was published in The New York Times, Fortune, Newsweek, and more. She has given talks at SXSW, CANNES, South by Southwest Tedx, and the Be Conference.  In this episode, Lisen and I discuss: What traits make effective 21st century leaders The importance (and limitations) of planning Dividing labor in relationships  Strategies that working parents use to care for their families and careers Lisen's research and work is so valuable for working women. To learn more about her projects, check out her book, and connect with her on social media! Connect with Lisen Stromberg Website: https://www.prismwork.com Book: https://www.amazon.com/Work-PAUSE-Thrive-Parenthood-Without-ebook/dp/B01M4GIUHC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisenstromberg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisenstromberg Connect with Robyn Crane Website: https://robyncrane.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bizgrowth4women/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/robyn-crane-inc./ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RobynCrane Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robyncrane/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5:46 - We believe we have to be the ideal worker6:25 - Heartwarming to hear the next generation of men stepping up and saying they want to be actively engaged fathers6:32 - How to be great at your career and your family life6:52 - The abundance mindset and trends we are seeing7:10 - Value is not just about shareholders; it's about stakeholders8:53 - Fears of taking a break from work9:32 - The profile of productivity will surprise you - it's not about being all in, all the time10:01 - Huge rise of parents versus non-parents12:25 - This is a collective problem to solve, not an individual one13:04 - Integrating work and family13:29 - The United States ranks dead last in paid parental leave14:17 - Please support paidleave.us18:15 - We have a duality structure and we need to change that18:20 - Go back to our original values as a country20:15 - People need to be given a chance to learn and grow and change20:53 - Forces from the bottom up and top down are creating change21:24 - Background on PrismWork and HEARTI - Humility, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, Transparency, Inclusivity23:45 - The core traits of leadership in the 21st century25:51 - Why buy-in from the full leadership team is important28:51 - Often times what has happened is that someone is in pain and leaders need help to build it the right way.32:01 - Humility and curiosity drive awareness35:23 - Carol Dweck's research around scarcity mindset, abundance mindset and understanding a growth mindset.37:23 - Why courage matters39:06 - Courage happens every day39:42 - Sharing your truth and finding courage in doing so can help someone else41:52 - The cult of productivity44:01 - The construct of corporate America44:36 - The need to change what success looks like44:46 - Taking time off from work has massive benefits46:14 - Shame is not a driver for change49:57 - How to live your best life50:10 - Get clarity on your values and how you choose to spend your time

On this episode of Finding Your Frequency, We sit down with award-winning journalist, sought-after speaker, Author, and CEO and founder of PrismWork, Lisen Stromberg. Lisen and Ryan talk about work-life balance, family values, leadership, and how to thrive as an executive and still keep time for the family. We talk about her new book, Work PAUSE Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career! This is a must listen to episode!

Join Dr. Heidi and Lisen Stromberg, COO of 3% Movement and Author of Work, Pause, Thrive, as they explore the impact of technology on women’s ability to thrive in the workplace and home (and in between). Lisen Stromberg is an author, culture innovation consultant, and widely regarded speaker who empowers people and companies to reimagine the future of work through work/life success. As CEO and Founder of PrismWork, she and her team partner with companies, leaders, and advocates, to ensure women and Millennials thrive in the workplace. She is currently Partner+COO of the 3% Movement, committed to changing the ratio of women in leadership in the advertising industry. Stromberg is also an award-winning independent journalist whose work can be found in The New York Times, Fortune, Newsweek, and other high profile media outlets. Her book, Work Pause Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career, reveals how trailblazing women have disrupted the traditional career paradigm to achieve their personal and professional goals and how forward-thinking companies are capitalizing on their talents. An in-demand speaker, Stromberg has been on stage at numerous high profile conferences including SXSW, TEDx, and others. She speaks regularly at, and conducts workshops for, companies ranging from global Fortune 500s to tech start-ups. website: http://www.lisenstromberg.comTwitter ID: @lisenstromberg Instagram : @lisenstromberg This episode is brought to you by my wellbeing tech of choice, Oska Pulse. It has helped relieve my chronic pain caused by Lyme disease so that I can get back to work, and life in general. Oska Pulse is a Pain Relief and Recovery Device using Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF). It creates an electromagnetic field that pulsates while it modulates the damaged cells to squeeze the toxins out and opens the cells to allow nutrients (potassium, sodium and magnesium) to flow into the cell. The Oska Pulse puts the damaged cells in the best situation to repair themselves and then replicates the electrical signals your body creates to fix the damaged cells. Click here to get yours today with my Ambassador discount. Or enter 2BU as a discount code at OskaWellness.com.

Jennifer Hill asks author & speaker, Lisen Stromberg, “How can you effectively balance work and family?” Lisen quotes research from her new book “Work, Pause, Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career.” Lisen also references a wonderful new concept called “return to work internships” for people who have been out of work caring for children or family members and are looking to return to the workplace. http://lisenstromberg.com After a successful career in marketing and advertising, Lisen Stromberg, left the business world frustrated by the lack of support for mothers in the workplace. She pivoted to become an award winning journalist whose work can be found in the New York Times, Fortune, Newsweek, Salon, and other high profile media outlets. Now Lisen is back to her business roots as CEO and Founder of PrismWork, a culture innovation consultancy. She and her team partner with companies, leaders, and advocates, to innovate the workplace so the next generation isn’t forced to choose between work and family. A sought after speaker and moderator, Lisen has inspired thousands with her talks on work + life integration, corporate talent innovation, disrupting the traditional career paradigm, and empowering women in the workplace. She has been seen on stage at SXSW, TEDx, The 3% Conference, and more. Her book, Work Pause Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career is deeply reported with extensive social science research, cutting edge data collected from nearly 1,500 women, and through 186 first-person interviews. In it, she reveals how trailblazing women have disrupted the traditional career paradigm to achieve their personal and professional goals and provides readers with a blueprint for how they, too, can integrate kids with their career. Lisen lives with her family in San Francisco.

Jennifer Hill asks author & speaker, Lisen Stromberg, “How can you effectively balance work and family?” Lisen quotes research from her new book “Work, Pause, Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career.” Lisen also references a wonderful new concept called “return to work internships” for people who have been out of work caring for children or family members and are looking to return to the workplace. http://lisenstromberg.com After a successful career in marketing and advertising, Lisen Stromberg, left the business world frustrated by the lack of support for mothers in the workplace. She pivoted to become an award winning journalist whose work can be found in the New York Times, Fortune, Newsweek, Salon, and other high profile media outlets. Now Lisen is back to her business roots as CEO and Founder of PrismWork, a culture innovation consultancy. She and her team partner with companies, leaders, and advocates, to innovate the workplace so the next generation isn’t forced to choose between work and family. A sought after speaker and moderator, Lisen has inspired thousands with her talks on work + life integration, corporate talent innovation, disrupting the traditional career paradigm, and empowering women in the workplace. She has been seen on stage at SXSW, TEDx, The 3% Conference, and more. Her book, Work Pause Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career is deeply reported with extensive social science research, cutting edge data collected from nearly 1,500 women, and through 186 first-person interviews. In it, she reveals how trailblazing women have disrupted the traditional career paradigm to achieve their personal and professional goals and provides readers with a blueprint for how they, too, can integrate kids with their career. Lisen lives with her family in San Francisco.

I'm the worst self-employer. I'm only giving myself like 4 weeks of maternity leave. And the only way I'm affording this is working my butt off in the months before and the months after. But honestly, I am also extremely lucky. I get to decide what works for me, as an entrepreneur. I can afford to hire the support I need to help my family and to help my business. I'm very fortunate, too, in that I have a husband who values his family and prioritizes it over his work. His company provides four weeks of paid maternity leave, too, for dads. Not bad. The issue of opting out and "family leave" is a topic I am deeply interested in and when I heard that our next guest had a book coming out on this issue, I jumped at the chance to invite her on the show.  LisenStromberg is here and she's the author of the new book Work Pause Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career. Lisen took time off after having her second child but then pivoted to another career shortly thereafter. In her research, she interviewed 186 women and surveyed 1,500 women to detail how other successful mothers leveraged their time off from work to achieve their personal and professional goals. Opting out comes at a cost, of course. And Lisen breaks down the financial trade-offs families need to consider when making the decision to leave a job temporarily. we also discuss the good pressure Millennials are placing on workplace norms to give workers more flexibility and family support. And the $1.6 million she walked away from to opt out of the workforce. More about Lisen: She is also the CEO and Founder of PrismWork where she and her team work with companies, leaders and advocates to ensure women and Millennials thrive in the workplace. She is also the COO of the 3% Movement, which is committed to changing the ratio of women in leadership in the advertising industry. Lisen was once a marketing and advertising executive herself. For more information visit www.somoneypodcast.com.