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Alternative Power Plays
Electricity Market Access and Transmission Expansion

Alternative Power Plays

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 26:33


On this episode of Alternative Power Plays, Buchanan's Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis welcome Jon Gordon, Director at Advanced Energy United. Advanced Energy United (AEU) is an industry association and advocacy group that represents the full range of advanced energy technologiesand services, both grid-scale and distributed. In his role, Jon leads AEU's work to increase wholesale electricity market access for advanced energy technologies, including related transmission expansion.The conversation centers around PJM, the regional transmission organization (RTO) that coordinates the movement of wholesale electricity in 13 states and Washington, D.C. In February, AEU published a report examining the results of PJM's capacity auction for 2025-2026, which saw prices surge to $14.7 billion, an increase of $12.5 billion from the previous auction. The three discuss the results of that report and how it will impact customers, what's driving high prices, what additional reforms and remediation are needed to improve interconnection, and more.On a previous episode of Alternative Power Plays, Seltzer and Povilaitis sat down with Gordon's colleague, Ryan Gallentine, Managing Director of Advanced Energy United where they discussed what policies Gallentine is focused on to help move electric vehicle adoption forward. To hear that conversation, visit: https://share.transistor.fm/s/f8e6940d. To learn more about Advanced Energy United, visit: https://advancedenergyunited.org/  To learn more about Jon Gordon, visit: https://advancedenergyunited.org/about/team/jon-gordonTo learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: ⁠https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis

Wise Decision Maker Show
#347: RTO Mandates Catalyze Brain Drain in Top Firms

Wise Decision Maker Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 2:36


RTO mandates lead to higher employee turnover, particularly among women and skilled workers, with a 14% increase in turnover at major firms. That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which discusses how RTO mandates catalyze brain drain in top firms.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/rto-mandates-catalyze-brain-drain-in-top-firms/

Wise Decision Maker Show
#346: The Administration's RTO Crusade Smothers Its Pronatalist Promise

Wise Decision Maker Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 4:33


A pronatalist policy that ignores the need for workplace flexibility is self-defeating—without remote options, the $5,000 baby bonus becomes a short-term perk that fails to support long-term family growth or retain key talent. That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which describes how the administration's RTO crusade smothers its pronatalist promise.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/the-administrations-rto-crusade-smothers-its-pronatalist-promise/

FEO-ON-THE-AIR
Episode 87 - FEO on the Air - Experience Ontario - Ontario's Central Counties

FEO-ON-THE-AIR

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 43:59


In this episode of FEO on the Air-Experience Ontario- hosted by Dave MacNeil, we are joined by Chuck Thibeault from RTO 6 and Troy Young from Attractions Ontario as we "experience" Ontario's Central Counties. Today we Experience the Ontario Ontario's Central Counties of the Province of Ontario. We talk about festivals or events you really need to experience in person, other attractions in the area that will keep visitors in the Region for longer periods of time and what Ontario's Central Counties (RTO 6) has to offer in terms of both outdoor and indoor activities. Here are their official websites: https://centralcounties.ca/ https://attractionsontario.ca/ https://www.vaughanfilmfestival.com/ https://www.richmondhill.ca/en/index.aspx

Health Affairs This Week
HR Policies Health Care Needs to Know Right Now w/ Ryan Golden

Health Affairs This Week

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 22:14 Transcription Available


Health Affairs' Jeff Byers welcomes Ryan Golden, Senior Reporter at HR Dive, to the pod to discuss workforce trends within the health care space pertaining to artificial intelligence, recruitment, overtime eligibility requirements, pay transparency, noncompete agreements, remote work, RTO policies, and more.This week, Health Affairs released their second Insider trend report focusing on the health care workforce, titled "The Health Care Workforce: A Challenge In Sustainability."Become an Insider today to get access to our trend reports, events, and exclusive newsletters. Related Links:What HR pros need to know about AI in the workplace (HR Dive)

Wise Decision Maker Show
#345: Government Research Reveals the Remote Work Productivity Revolution

Wise Decision Maker Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 4:38


Remote work productivity surged during the pandemic, with studies showing a strong link between increased telework and industry-wide efficiency, cost savings, and TFP growth—challenging the push for full return-to-office mandates. That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which discusses the government research that reveals the remote work productivity revolution.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/government-research-reveals-the-remote-work-productivity-revolution/

News Connect ~あなたと経済をつなぐ5分間~
【7月16日】スターバックス、週4日の出社を義務化。企業の求めと働く女性への影響

News Connect ~あなたと経済をつなぐ5分間~

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 6:18


【このPodcastについて】News Connect(ニュースコネクト)あなたと経済をつなぐ5分間1日1つ、5分間で、国際政治や海外のビジネスシーンを中心に、世界のメガトレンドがわかるニュースを解説。朝の支度や散歩、通勤、家事の時間などにお聴きいただけるとうれしいです。▼出演:野上英文(ジャーナリスト) https://twitter.com/Hi_noga3▼出演番組「必達! 仕掛け人──企業ブランディングの舞台裏」https://open.spotify.com/episode/13hCIbc4bblXICfk84xj48「日本全国やぶから訪」https://open.spotify.com/show/6fyn6fAwXoYhVY4N3Eb6ae「定時までに帰れるラジオ」https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jobpicks/▼支援プログラム「Chronicleサポーター」については、こちらをご参照ください。https://chronicle-inc.net/support/https://note.com/t_nomura/n/n43e514e703b4▼参考ニューススターバックス、週4日のオフィス勤務義務付け-出社3日から増やす(Bloomberg)https://www.bloomberg.co.jp/news/articles/2025-07-15/SZEUMRT0G1KX00?srnd=cojp-v2The work from home gender gap is wider than ever as women continue to resist RTO efforts(Fortune)https://fortune.com/2025/07/15/work-from-home-gender-gap/The CEOs of Starbucks and Chipotle hit the gym together each morning—they bounce ideas off each other at 5 a.m. between sets(Fortune)https://fortune.com/2025/06/16/chipotle-ceo-scott-boatwright-starbucks-ceo-brian-niccol-hit-the-gym-together-5-am-bounce-ideas-ai-protein/

Plzeň
Zprávy pro Plzeňský kraj: Do Černošína přijel speciální autobus. Dokáže převézt velkou loď

Plzeň

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 3:33


Černošín na Tachovsku o víkendu voněl benzínem. Konal se 4. ročník Srazu historických vozidel. Přijelo 120 vozidel a motocyklů. Největším tahákem byl asi autobus RTO s lodí.

The Modern People Leader
239 - Helen Russell (Chief People Officer, HubSpot): The growing trust gap at work

The Modern People Leader

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 62:16


Helen Russell, Chief People Officer at HubSpot, joined us on The Modern People Leader. We talked about how HubSpot is fostering an AI-first culture, why belonging is so important right now, and what HR leaders can do to move fast without losing their humanity.---- Sponsor Links:

Oxide and Friends
Adventures in Data Corruption

Oxide and Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 103:36 Transcription Available


Two years ago, the Oxide team encountered data corruption during a fairly simple network data transfer. The ensuing debugging sessions uncovered a truly bizarre bug involving CPU speculation! Bryan and Adam were joined by colleagues John and Rain to discuss the discovery and circuitous hunt to track down the bug.In addition to Bryan Cantrill and Adam Leventhal, speakers included John Gallagher, and Rain Paharia.Previous episodes mentioned:OxF s03e09 - Get You a State Machine for Great GoodOxF s03e20 - Shipping the first Oxide rack: Tales from ManufacturingOxF s04e25 - RTO or GTFOOxF s02e38 - A Debugging OdysseySome of the topics we hit on, in the order that we hit them:The Update FrameworkOmicron Issue #3441 (Oxide Computer GitHub)Omicron Pull Request #3455 (Oxide Computer GitHub)stlouis Issue #454 (Oxide Computer GitHub)Changing psrset.out.txt (Oxide Computer)Commit 5ec2885322423c0cca0d006611b5c9ac94b0f588 (Oxide Computer)Omicron Pull Request #3560 (Oxide Computer GitHub)If we got something wrong or missed something, please file a PR! Our next show will likely be on Monday at 5p Pacific Time on our Discord server; stay tuned to our Mastodon feeds for details, or subscribe to this calendar. We'd love to have you join us, as we always love to hear from new speakers!

BiggerPockets Daily
How More and More Landlords are "Accidental"

BiggerPockets Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 17:20


The return-to-office (RTO) mandates have created an unexpected wave of reluctant landlords—homeowners who never planned to rent out their properties but are now forced to due to changing job demands and high interest rates. Selling doesn't make financial sense, leaving many to navigate the challenges of rental property ownership for the first time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wise Decision Maker Show
#343: The Office Return Mandate for Federal Staff Solves a Problem That Doesn't Exist

Wise Decision Maker Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 4:00


The Office Return Mandate could harm federal workforce productivity. Research shows telework boosts efficiency by 12%, with fewer distractions and better task allocation. That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which talks about the office return mandate for federal staff.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/the-office-return-mandate-for-federal-staff-solves-a-problem-that-doesnt-exist/Speaker page for Dr. Gleb Tsipursky https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/speaking/   Dr. Gleb Tsipursky bio https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/glebtsipursky   Dr. Gleb Tsipursky LinkedIn (send message when connecting) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-gleb-tsipursky/    Dr. Gleb Tsipursky's latest books:    "ChatGPT for Thought Leaders and Content Creators: Unlocking the Potential of Generative AI for Innovative and Effective Content Creation" is available at https://amzn.to/3YI2vuc   "Returning to the Office and Leading Hybrid and Remote Teams: A Manual on Benchmarking to Best Practices for Competitive Advantage" is available at https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/hybrid/   "Never Go With Your Gut: How Pioneering Leaders Make the Best Decisions and Avoid Business Disasters" is available at https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/nevergut   "The Blindspots Between Us: How to Overcome Unconscious Cognitive Bias and Build Better Relationships" is available at https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/blindspots  

TaPod - for everything Talent Acquisition...
Episode 471 - Your Weekly TA and Recruitment News with The Scoop

TaPod - for everything Talent Acquisition...

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 17:09


Today on the Scoop, the team from TaPod brings you your weekly round-up of all the TA & Recruitment news… Both Lauren & Craig are in Northern Wales after the opening night Oasis concert and getting ready for Recfest. But there was also plenty of news, including AI recruiting being infiltrated for the North Koreans, RTO vs. WFH, pay transparency or I'll leave the interview, US techies fleeing to Oz, Gen Z saving big bucks, and much more. Thanks to Indeed for your ongoing support. 

Cosmic Peach
A Clockwork Shining (Feat. Ryder Lee)

Cosmic Peach

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 126:31


Hello and welcome back to the show! Today Ryder Lee joins us to discuss his documentary A Clockwork Shining! This Documentary dives deep into the occulted symbolism within many of Stanley Kubrick's films with shocking revelations about The Shining! I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did!To watch the Documentary, click the link below!https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DLSLPMP7/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rTo check out more from Ryder Lee, click the link below!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raised-by-giants/id1573364573

Ratio Podcast
EP693 - Спряха ли порното във Франция и свикнахме ли с работата от вкъщи? [Agent 001]

Ratio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 63:56


В този епизод Кив и Тулечки обсъждат няколко технологични теми от последните седмици:

William Wallis For America
MISO And How Deep The Federal Bureaucracy Gets Into States

William Wallis For America

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 52:34


There have been rolling blackouts in Louisiana and people are scratching their heads, especially when they started hearing about an RTO called MISO. Who is MISO? When you find out who they are it will lead you to a trail of bureaucracy you were not aware of. This episode explains it all.   Get HUGE Savings  with this Promo code "WWFA" at www.MyPillow.COM/wwfa   2. Switch to Patriot Mobile And get Free Activation, better coverage, and competitive rates on your  Cell phone service with an America First Company at… www.patriotmobile.com/wwfa SUPPORT MY SHOW WITH THE PURCHASE OF FREEDOM MERCHANDISE  AT  www.williamwallis.net   FIND MY OTHER SHOWS ON ALL PODCAST APPS, RUMBLE, FACEBOOK,   INSTAGRAM, AND CLOUTHUB AT ... “WILLIAM WALLIS FOR AMERICA” Follow me  ON X @WALLIS4AMERICA 

Brave New Work
29. Working from Anywhere with Raj Choudhury

Brave New Work

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 49:01


For years, the conversation around remote work has been stuck in binary debates. Home vs. office? Productivity vs. flexibility? Control vs. chaos? But what if we zoomed out and asked a better question: What kind of future is possible if people could actually work from anywhere? This week, Rodney and Sam sit down with Raj Choudhury (Harvard Business School professor and author of The World Is Your Office) to explore what happens when companies stop fixating on location and start designing for freedom, trust, and real human needs. From engineering serendipity to reimagining hybrid models, they unpack how truly distributed work changes everything: how we meet, how we lead, how we grow talent, and how we build a more equitable future. Learn more about Raj and his work by following him on LinkedIn and reading his new book: The World Is Your Office: How Work from Anywhere Boosts Talent, Productivity and Innovation. -------------------------------- Let's work together: ⁠⁠https://www.theready.com/working-together⁠⁠ Get our newsletter: ⁠⁠Sign up here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ -------------------------------- Mentioned References: US Patent Office study TEAPP (Telework Enhancement Act Pilot Program) Sid Sijbrandij and GitHub episode: BNW Ep. 35 Darren Murph The Allen curve homophily Tulsa Remote Zapier and "Wade Bot" algorithm aversion 00:00 Intro + Check-In: What's your favorite aspect of being able to work from anywhere? 03:49 Central focus: How do organizations access distant talent? 08:20 How work from anywhere is different from work from home 11:08 Rethinking in-person days 19:23 The data doesn't support RTO mandates 24:13 Dispelling productivity concerns 27:15 Unlocking digital twins in the workplace 34:05 Small towns being competitive for talent 38:04 AI's role in work from anywhere 45:09 Where to look ahead for the next 5 years 47:10 Wrap up: Leave us a review and share this show with a coworker! Sound engineering and design by Taylor Marvin of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Coupe Studios⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Wise Decision Maker Show
#342: The Unseen Victims of RTO Policies

Wise Decision Maker Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 2:39


Victims of RTO policies include older workers, individuals with disabilities, and women, who face barriers to workplace participation. Forced office returns undermine workforce diversity, economic growth, and inclusivity. That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which talks about the unseen victims of RTO policies.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/the-unseen-victims-of-rto-policies/

TECHtonic: Trends in Technology and Services
104. The Future of the Office is Intentional

TECHtonic: Trends in Technology and Services

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 46:40


In this episode of TECHtonic, TSIA Executive Director Thomas Lah sits down with Micah Remley, CEO of Robin, to unpack one of the most contentious workplace debates of our time: the future of remote, hybrid, and in-office work. With major tech players issuing return-to-office mandates, Micah shares why simply reopening the office doors isn't enough—and why companies must be intentional about designing a hybrid experience that actually works.From fixing hiring strategies and rethinking office space usage to leveraging real-time data and AI, this conversation dives deep into what makes a flexible work environment truly effective. Micah reveals how Robin has transformed its own workplace, and how companies can avoid the common pitfalls of poorly executed RTO strategies. If you've ever asked, “Why am I commuting just to sit on Zoom calls?” this one's for you.Tune in to learn:Why the real RTO debate is about redefining “hybrid”How intentional design creates vibrant, collaborative officesWhat data can tell you beyond just badge swipesWhy AI will make in-person work even more vitalWhether you're leading a team or rethinking your company's office strategy, this episode will give you the clarity and tools to make hybrid models succeed.

Wise Decision Maker Show
#340: Executives Want RTO, Managers & Employees Prefer Remote: Dr. Hebert, Walsh & Gogebic Colleges

Wise Decision Maker Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 18:53


In this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky speaks to Dr. Joanne Hebert, Adjunct Professor in Management and Business at Walsh College and Gogebic College, who talks about the tension between executives' desire for RTO while managers and employees prefer remote.You can learn about Walsh College and Gogebic College at www.walshcollege.edu and www.gogebic.edu

The Hustle Daily Show
Hooters has a savior…and it's Hulk Hogan?

The Hustle Daily Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 15:15


Wanna start a side hustle but need an idea? Check out our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thds Hooters filed for bankruptcy in March with $376 million in debt after closing dozens of locations, but an unlikely hero has emerged in the form of Hulk Hogan's Real American Beer brand. Hogan's rapidly-growing beer company—now the claimed "#2 light beer in America" plans to acquire and revitalize Hooters. So what are the details and will it work? Plus: Google's next RTO move and Chipotle is opening way more locations. Join our host Jon Weigell as he takes you through our most interesting stories of the day. Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/ Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don't forget to hit subscribe or follow us on your favorite podcast player, so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/  If you are a fan of the show be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review, and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues.

Ask An Assistant
AAA73 | Working from Home with Pets

Ask An Assistant

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 11:57


Esteemed Colleague Kathy asked for some tips when it comes to working from home with pets.  My thoughts may (or may not) surprise you.  :)    Join the newsletter if you're feeling fancy: askanassistant.substack.com I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com Book a 1:1 with me: jesslindgren.com/coaching Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess Want a note from me and my IBM Selectric II typewriter?  Write to me here and I'll type back soon: Jess Lindgren 4465 E Genesee Street STE 114 Syracuse, NY 13214

The Talent Tango
Redefining the Employee-Employer Contract

The Talent Tango

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 30:05


In this episode, Amir sits down with Suzanne McGovern, Chief People Officer and HR veteran, to explore how the employee-employer relationship has fundamentally changed. From the aftermath of COVID-19 and rise of remote work to shifting generational expectations and the role of company culture, they dig into what leaders need to do to build trust, adapt to new work models, and attract talent in a post-pandemic world.

Wise Decision Maker Show
#337: Federal Report Shows Remote Work Trumps RTO

Wise Decision Maker Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 6:08


The GAO's 2025 report titled “Telework: Private Sector Stakeholder and Expert Views" proves that remote work trumps RTO. Flexible work boosts talent retention, cuts costs, and raises productivity, making it a smarter choice than rigid office mandates. That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which discusses the federal report that shows that remote work trumps RTO.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/federal-report-shows-remote-work-trumps-rto/

The PR Week
The PR Week: 5.29.2025 - PRWeek Women of Distinction special

The PR Week

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 28:16


This week's episode of The PR Week podcast comes to you from PRWeek's Women of Distinction event at The Lighthouse at Pier 61 in New York City.PRWeek's associate news editor Diana Bradley and reporter Julia Walker discuss this year's Women of Distinction and Women to Watch honorees. Additionally, they give highlights from a panel held with comms execs from Wendy's, McDonald's and Merck on coping with RTO mandates as moms and a talk with Baked by Melissa CEO and cofounder Melissa Ben-Ishay.The episode also includes conversations with honorees from on and off the stage at the event. Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek

Chief Change Officer
#380 Josh Drean: Employment Is Dead—Now Let's Rebuild It — Part One

Chief Change Officer

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 20:40


What if employment as we know it has already died—and we're just pretending not to notice?In Part One of this three-part series, Josh Drean—Harvard MBA, startup founder, and co-author of Employment is Dead(Harvard Business Review Press)—joins Vince to dissect the slow death of traditional work. From the failure of annual engagement surveys to the false promise of “people-first” slogans, Josh makes it clear: the current system was built for the factory floor, not the future.We trace Josh's journey from studying psychology to working in corporate consulting during the pandemic, and now building the Work3 Institute to help leaders redesign employment itself. Why is HR still feared? Why are employees called “assets” but treated like expenses? And how can new technologies like Web3 create better human systems?Part Two digs into how a cold outreach led to an HBR publishing deal—and the 10 principles Josh says every modern worker wants now.Key Highlights of Our Interview:Why Engagement Surveys Are a Broken Ritual“Surveys are the dumbest way to build a relationship. They're not designed for honesty—and most leaders don't really want the truth.”The False Math of ‘People Are Our Greatest Asset'“If people were really assets, they'd show up on the balance sheet. But they don't. They're an expense—and treated like one.”The Pandemic Wake-Up Call“I started consulting right as COVID hit. It forced companies to rethink safety, remote work, and what their employees actually needed.”The HR Dilemma: Protector of People or Risk Manager?“Most employees still associate HR with layoffs. That's a brand problem—and a system design failure.”From Assembly Lines to AI: Why Taylorism Is Still Haunting Us“Modern work still clings to an industrial-era model—check the box, don't ask questions. That doesn't fit the information age.”How Psychology Led Josh Into Web3 and DAO Culture“My reason for doing this never changed—it's about building better experiences. But tech gave me the tools to scale that.”Meet the Digital Native Workforce (a.k.a. Your Kids)“My 8-year-old builds real friendships through Fortnite. If you think digital community isn't real—you're already behind.”The 10 Operating Principles of Work3“From flexibility and autonomy to interoperability and ownership—these are the non-negotiables for the next generation of work.”Why Forcing People Back to the Office Will Backfire“Employees don't want the typewriter factory version of work. RTO is a backwards step—and they know it.”From Psychology Grad to HBR Author: Josh's Journey Begins“I didn't have a tenured chair or a best-selling track record. Just a cold outreach, a clear message—and a broken system to fix.”_________________________Connect with us:Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Josh Drean  --Chief Change Officer--Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligencefor Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.18 Million+ All-Time Downloads.80+ Countries Reached Daily.Global Top 1.5% Podcast.Top 10 US Business.Top 1 US Careers.>>>170,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.

Transforming Work with Sophie Wade
147: Mark Dixon - Making Offices Work for Today's Distributed Workforce

Transforming Work with Sophie Wade

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 38:05


Mark Dixon, Founder and CEO of IWG, which he started in 1989 as Regus, discusses workplace evolution and flexible work trends. He shares insights from building IWG's 18-brand network serving 8 million users across 120+ countries. A serial entrepreneur, Mark shares how evolving workforce needs and digital tools shape location-agnostic office strategies. He emphasizes structuring real estate portfolios to empower employees and align with their work, and critiques outdated RTO policies. Mark discusses reshaping onboarding and productivity practices across roles and generations. He debunks in-office apprenticeships in today's tech-facilitated world.      TAKEAWAYS    [01:36] Mark Dixon find school too slow and leaves to start getting involved in business.    [02:39] After his first—sandwich—venture, Mark travels the world to gain more experience.    [02:59] Mark builds a successful hotdog business, then co-living apartments in Belgium.    [03:45] Exploring entrepreneurial opportunities in Europe lays the foundation for IWG.   [05:37] Mark's struggles securing office space in reveals a market need for flexible workspaces.   [06:07] On a hunch, the first center opens in 1989, based on simplicity, speed, and outsourcing needs.   [07:21] Companies want flexibility, speed, and capital-light solutions—not real estate complications.   [09:32] IWG's first clients are mostly large enterprises, while half now are SMEs and entrepreneurs.    [10:31] All clients' reasons are the same: efficiency off the balance sheet with flexibility and speed.    [11:19] IWG's 18 brands offer diverse options from flexible warehouse space to a private members' club.   [13:07] A hospitality mindset is key—providing functioning workspaces with good internet and support.    [14:05] Technological advances enable management at distance, where employees have support.   [15:32] Workers increasingly self-optimize office usage: hourly, daily, or long-term team project space.   [16:50] Good management skills, not location, drives productivity and effective team outcomes.   [18:49] More projects and fractionalized work are driving demand for short-term collaboration spaces.   [20:58] IWG supports distributed workers and teams globally with platform-like flexible access.    [21:23] Businesses shift to convenient offices near where people live to reduce commute strain.   [23:30] RTO mandates are based on leaders responding to questions with data support.    [24:00] 80% of Fortune 500 companies are becoming more distributed, often providing offices nearer to where people live.     [25:22] Virtual onboarding and apprenticeships are effective supported intentionally with technology.    [28:45] Workspace purchasing shifts from real estate to procurement, finance, and HR departments.   [29:30] Many companies want offices which are convenient for the people they want to hire.    [30:00] Organizations are focused on their balance sheet and being capital light and flexible.    [31:54] IWG spends significant resources studying work design for customers and IWG employees.    [32:48] Design investments encompass tech needs and usage and evolving user expectations.   [33:52] IMMEDIATE ACTION TIP: To optimize work and location for outcomes, structure your portfolio, not your policy, and give people the best support for the jobs they are doing.      RESOURCES    Mark Dixon on LinkedIn  IWG's website  Some IWG brands' websites: Regus, Spaces, HQ workspaces  The Hybrid Working Calculator white paper  The Future of Work – A trends forecast for 2024 white paper      QUOTES    “Business people in general understood the value of capital light - focus capital on core business, not on peripheral activities. The value of service. The value of immediacy. I can just take it--the value of flexibility.”    “Companies are understanding that they're in the job of supporting people to be more productive. That's the job. They're very focused on their balance sheet. They're very focused on capital light. They're very focused on flexibility.”    “In a modern tech-facilitated world, you structure your portfolio, not your policy. It's not a question of RTO or not—it's about enabling the best support for the people for the job they're doing.”    “80% of Fortune 500 use us, and the majority of them are moving to a more distributed workplace.”    “We used to deal with just property directors. Now we are talking to procurement, human resources. and to finance people.”    “Companies are understanding that they're in the job of supporting people to be more productive.” 

The Hustle Daily Show
Are RTO mandates actually working?

The Hustle Daily Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 17:33


RTO mandates are rolling out across many corporations like Uber and JP Morgan Chase, but are they actually having the desired effect on employee productivity? We're discussing RTO policies today with Darian Woods from NPR's The Indicator podcast to find out why RTO policies are so popular now and how workers are reacting. Plus: Mark Cuban leaves Shark Tank for sports and Spotify removes 200 fake podcasts from its service. Join our host Jon Weigell as he takes you through our most interesting stories of the day. Get our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thds Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/ Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don't forget to hit Subscribe or Follow us on Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/  Plus! Your engagement matters to us. If you are a fan of the show, be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hustle-daily-show/id1606449047 (and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues).

Pgh Dreamer's Pod
When Your After-Work Schedule Is Packed, The Last Thing You Want To Do Is Commute: Question 9 - How Would A Balanced WFH & RTO Workforce Behave?

Pgh Dreamer's Pod

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 5:00


A balance is possible when you're thinking of a future workforce that wants to WFH yet the company is pushing for RTO.

CMO Confidential
Evan Wittenberg | Chief People Officer, VuMedi | What HR Really Thinks About Marketing

CMO Confidential

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 37:44


A CMO Confidential Interview with Evan Wittenberg, Chief People Officer of VuMedi, formerly CPO of Ancestry and Box, Google's Head of Leadership Development, and a Saturday Night Live Page. Evan discusses why HR has become a much tougher position over the last 5 years, AI's negative impact on leadership development, and the similarities between marketing and HR. Key topics include: his belief that every function should have a dedicated people partner; why "the burden of proof" is often higher for marketers; why he always interviews for "learning agility;" and why "doing the job you are hired for is better for your career than trying for "the next job." Tune in to hear questions marketers should ask in an interview and a great behind the scenes story from SNL Season 18.⸻

Inclusion in Progress
IIP137 Distributed Work Experts: Lessons from Help Scout

Inclusion in Progress

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 25:56


On this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we resume our Distributed Work Expert Series. With this series, we're  highlighting some of the world's leading experts who continue to map, innovate, and design how distributed work looks from inside forward-thinking companies — designing a version of work that works for teams — regardless of where they choose to work. Our goal is to start highlighting distributed work leaders in companies to help forward-thinking leaders like you to: Navigate remote and hybrid work challenges with real-world examples Draw inspiration to find a distributed work model that is best suited for your teams Reimagine your workplaces with research-backed insights from experts at the forefront of the future of work conversation For this episode, we're joined by Leah Knobler, VP of People at Help Scout, who shares their company's commitment to accessibility, transparency, and intentionality — as a fully remote-first organization since 2012.  Leah shares how Help Scout continues to double down on their distributed work model — in spite of the current RTO (return-to-office) trends — and how their remote-first approach has allowed them to continue to grow globally year on year.

Wise Decision Maker Show
#334: Misleading Polling Inflates Support for Trump's RTO Mandate

Wise Decision Maker Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 5:25


Trump's RTO Mandate was falsely framed as popular. Only 43% backed it, but the poll's numbers were spun and amplified by partisan pipelines posing as trusted local news. That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which describes how misleading polling inflates support for Trump's RTO mandate.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/misleading-polling-inflates-support-for-trumps-rto-mandate/

Rebuild
406: Just Two People Talking (N)

Rebuild

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 189:43


Naoki Hiroshima さんをゲストに迎えて、日本語入力、Apple vs Epic, Switch 2, RTO, NotebookLM などについて話しました。 Show Notes JISキーボード Buy Galaxy S24 Unlocked 128GB Smartphone Samsung One UI 7 A judge just blew up Apple's control of the App Store Apple updates App Store Guidelines to allow links to external payments Apple approves Spotify app update that allows US users to access pricing info, external payment links Daring Fireball: Apple Lost But That Doesn't Mean Epic Won Anything Equality & Equality: Cartoon Gallery Amazon has no choice but to display tariffs on prices now 'Legend of Zelda' Live-Action Movie to Release in 2027 バーチャルゲームカード|Nintendo Switch Waltz was photographed using Signal during Trump's Cabinet meeting a day before his removal Google's NotebookLM expands its AI podcast feature to more languages Spotify Wrapped Sycophancy in GPT-4o: what happened and what we're doing about it Preventing Elected Leaders from Owning Securities and Investments (PELOSI) Act 遅延理由書 (PDF)

Radical Candor
Returning to the Office & Remembering Why We Left 7 | 18

Radical Candor

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 45:06


From malfunctioning WiFi to epic commutes and offices mysteriously out of toilet paper, the “return to office” era is serving up workplace absurdity on a silver platter. Jason and Amy blow past the corporate spin and get Radically Candid about the “back to the office” push: why it's often more about control than collaboration, how companies overlook basic human needs, and the ways these policies can quietly erode trust, productivity, and psychological safety. From generational gripes to the myth that face time means innovation, they call out the real reasons so many leaders want butts in seats—and why those reasons rarely hold up. Who's actually benefiting from all this office hoopla? Because at Radical Candor, we believe real leadership means listening, adapting, and making work suck a whole lot less—even if it means challenging the status quo. Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast. Episode Links: Transcript Cockroaches And Working In A Closet: Inside Trump's Return-To-Office Order | Reuters No Toilet Paper And No Privacy: Returning To The Office, Federal Workers Walk Into Chaos | The New York Times Return To Office. Not Sure What To Do, A Bit Stressed. : R/Fednews What Happened At Your Org After They Implemented Their Return To Work Policy? : R/Jobs The Official List Of Every Company's Back-To-Office Strategy | Hubble Federal Workers Ordered Back To Office Find Shortages Of Desks, Wi-Fi And Toilet Paper Does Returning To The Office Support Your Company's Strategy? | HBR How To Get Return To Office Right | McKinsey RTO Mandate Trends In 2025: Why Forcing Employees Back To The Office Hurts Business | Hub Staff New Research Suggests Remote Jobs Are Best For Company's Bottom Line | Forbes The Strength Of Weak Ties | Stanford Report Connect: Website Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube Chapters: (00:00:00) Introduction Jason and Amy introduce the episode's topic on return to office trends. (00:01:28) The Radical Candor Remote Philosophy Why the company is remote-first and the downsides of in-person work. (00:06:41) Office Productivity & Innovation Whether productivity and innovation improve when in office.  (00:10:27) Navigating Unwanted Change Advice for employees facing unwanted return-to-office changes. (00:16:13) Should You Stay or Should You Go? Evaluating if you should start job hunting or try to adapt to the new reality. (00:19:17) Burnout, Hybrid, and Hidden Costs Research on burnout and the importance of workplace social connections. (00:24:19) The Cost of Constant Interruptions Challenges with distractions and productivity in office environments. (00:30:22) Generational and Gender Gaps Differences in RTO satisfaction in different demographics. (00:32:07) Having Effective RTO Conversations Advocating for your needs and establishing new office processes. (00:35:29) Radical Candor Tips Tips for employees and managers navigating return-to-office mandates. (00:39:48) Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wise Decision Maker Show
#331: Federal RTO Is Backfiring on Productivity and Public Service

Wise Decision Maker Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 4:23


Federal RTO mandates have sparked chaos across agencies—disrupting veteran care, driving out working moms, and straining infrastructure. That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which describes how federal RTO mandates are backfiring on productivity and public service.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/federal-rto-is-backfiring-on-productivity-in-public-service/

John McGinness
John McGinness Show April 24th

John McGinness

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 32:27


Today, John is back to discuss the state worker RTO mandate, takes your calls to hear your thoughts on the matter, and touches on the use of AI to generate questions on the California State Bar.

John McGinness
John McGinness Show April 23rd

John McGinness

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 29:45


Today, Bill Portanova fills in for John in the studio to talk about the return to office, RTO, mandate, due process, and takes your calls to to hear your thoughts on the matter.

HBS Managing the Future of Work
ManpowerGroup's Jonas Prising on the new global talent equation

HBS Managing the Future of Work

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 47:24


The staffing giant's chairman and CEO lays out the opportunities and risks in the fast-changing and fragmented labor market. Riding the genAI wave, addressing workers' career development needs, RTO and flex-work, international talent flows, and the up-skilling imperative in the face growing polarization.

Voice of the DBA
The Return to the Office Debate

Voice of the DBA

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 3:13


At the end of last year, I ran into a friend I hadn't seen in a long time. We were chatting and this person mentioned that they were looking for a new job. They had been laid off and needed something. This is someone with a lot of experience and skill, so I wasn't worried for their career or future. At the time, they mentioned they had gotten an introduction and interest from Amazon, but they weren't interested in a position because of the return-to-the-office (RTO) mandate that Amazon was implementing. I was recently chatting with another friend at a different company. This person manages a tech team, and was looking to hire another data engineer, but was told they could only hire in a certain city (City A)  in the US. In this case, it was the city with their main office. They have offices in a few cities, and a large one in City B, but the organization has been thinking of their own RTO plans and has limited hiring. My friend is now wondering if they need to consider moving to City A (not likely) or find a new job. They don't want to have to go to the office every day in City B. Read the rest of The Return to the Office Debate

HR Happy Hour
Increasing HR's Impact in Facilitating Change

HR Happy Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 34:01


HR Means Business: Increasing HR's Impact in Facilitating ChangeHost: Mervyn DinnenGuest: Lucy Adams, CEO of Disruptive HRIn this podcast interview Mervyn talks to Lucy Adams, former HR Director and author of the books HR Disrupted and The HR Change Toolkit, about dealing with disruption and emerging trends, and how to help bring about change in organisations.During the conversation they discuss:- Assessing an organisation's 'fitness' for embracing change and disruption- Emerging AI technology- Effectiveness of RTO mandates - How HR leaders can balance the demands and preferences of different generations in the workplace- Rethinking D&I initiatives- Shifting HR mindsetsThanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app! The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. If you've ever wondered what good can come of AI for HR, meet Human Intelligence. It uses the uniquely authentic data of Workhuman's #1 rated employee recognition platform to uncover insights into good culture, skills, performance, and more. It also helps coach employees on what good peer-to-peer recognition looks like, turning every “good job” into better engagement, retention, and wellbeing. And it surfaces feel-good stories that illustrate the best of your company culture. Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good.

Masters of Moments
Inside America's Most Generous Real Estate Company - Micah Lacher - Principal @ Anchor Investments

Masters of Moments

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 89:19


In this episode of Masters of Moments, host Jake Wurzak sits down with Micah Lacher, founder of Anchor Investments, for a deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation about real estate, entrepreneurship, and the power of second chances. From growing up in a struggling household in North Memphis to building a respected investment and development firm in Nashville, Micah's story is both gritty and inspiring. They begin with Micah's early exposure to real estate, sparked by a life-changing move that took his family from an unsafe neighborhood to one of the best public school districts in Memphis—secured through an unlikely deal involving two Delta Airlines plane tickets. That experience set the tone for a life shaped by faith, hustle, and resilience. Throughout the episode, Micah shares how he transitioned from a brokerage role at Cushman & Wakefield into real estate development, thanks to the mentorship of Bob Tull, a former Walmart developer. He recounts launching Anchor in the depths of the 2009 financial crisis, raising capital deal-by-deal to purchase distressed assets when few others had the conviction to buy. They also discuss: - The high-stakes risk of personal guarantees during the Great Financial Crisis   - How Micah structured deals, underwrote for worst-case scenarios, and still found upside   - The transition from broker to principal and the influence of early mentors   - Raising children without entitlement while building wealth   - Using his business as a platform for purpose and service to the community   Micah's outlook is rooted in gratitude and long-term thinking, with a focus on character, consistency, and building something that matters. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the intersection of values, leadership, and real estate. Links: Micah on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/micah-lacher-1366151/ Anchor Investments - https://www.anchorinv.com/ Connect & Invest with Jake: Follow Jake on X: https://x.com/JWurzak 1 on 1 coaching with Jake: https://www.jakewurzak.com/coaching Learn How to Invest with DoveHill: https://bit.ly/3yg8Pwo Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:14) - Micah's upbringing (00:08:03) - Early career (00:13:19) - Mentors, marriage, and breaking phone addiction (00:19:17) - The fear of raising entitled children (00:22:16) - Learning the brokerage game (00:30:14) - Transitioning from broker to principal (00:39:24) - Developing “Walmart shadows” and experiencing the GFC (00:45:06) - Raising capital in 2009 (00:51:51) - Thoughts on RTO (00:53:42) - How do you think about your business today, given how you started? (00:57:30) - Using the business to effect change (01:10:37) - Establishing a competitive edge (01:13:08) - Developing hotels in Nashville - and giving away the profits (01:23:11) - The Nashville market (01:27:34) - What's your favorite hotel?

Queer Money
RTO Economics: Who Truly Profits from Your Return?

Queer Money

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 15:17 Transcription Available


Return to Office? Honey, At What Cost?!In this episode, we're breaking down the real price of trading sweatpants for slacks. From $18 salads to skyrocketing childcare and grooming costs, heading back to the office could be draining your bank account by nearly $3,000 a month. But wait—there's more! We're spilling the tea on who really benefits from RTO (spoiler: it's not you). From big biz to real estate moguls, we unpack the money trail behind the push to fill those cubicles. If you've ever asked yourself, “Is this desk job worth the dry cleaning bill?”—this one's for you.Takeaways: The RTO economy is giving Real Housewives drama—everyone's got a stake, from your boss to the billionaire behind the office leaseBetween gas, grub, grooming, and a sitter, going back to the office can cost more than Tay-tay floor seatsYour neighborhood café and dry cleaner miss your weekday meltdown lattes—local businesses are as thirsty for your return as you are for the hot barista behind the counterKnow the hidden costs so you don't end up broke and bitter—negotiate benefits like you're Olivia Pope in PradaOffice buildings are the clingy exes of the economy—they need you back to feel whole againPerks like transit stipends and childcare credits may be buried in your HR handbook like an Easter egg—go on a treasure hunt, babyShow Topics:00:06 – Sweatpants to Pay Pants: The Cost of Comfort00:16 – Who's Really Profiting from Your Office Comeback?06:11 – Desk Jobs & Dollar Signs: The RTO Ripple Effect09:39 – Latte Gaps & Local Crashes: Pandemic Fallout IRL12:04 – Office Life on a Budget: Slay, Don't Pay13:32 – HR Secrets: Unlocking the Perks You Deserve

Culture of Convenience
Episode 0142 | A Walk Down Memory Lane – and Moving Forward

Culture of Convenience

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 50:09


RTO is turning 20! Jeff and Kelly go through the history books to remember some of RTO's biggest moments, what was happening in the world during that time, and how the company became what it is today.

John McGinness
John McGinness Show April 14th

John McGinness

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 34:09


Today, John discusses a new proposal to allowed homeless college students to sleep in their cars on campus, the new problems with Newsom's RTO, return to office, mandate, and takes your calls to hear your thoughts on the matter.

Inclusion in Progress
IIP135 The Future of Work: How Can Companies Balance Remote & In-Office Environments?

Inclusion in Progress

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 18:42


As hybrid work becomes the new normal, companies face the challenge of balancing flexibility with collaboration. This has become the defining challenge for companies worldwide today. For some, hybrid work offers the best of both worlds, providing flexibility for employees while maintaining in-person collaboration. However, without a clear strategy, companies risk increased turnover, disengagement, and missed opportunities for innovation.  On this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we'll discuss: How to design hybrid work models that foster equity, innovation, and long-term success The biggest roadblocks organizations face when tackling the RTO vs remote debate Why hybrid work matters for today's workforce and the future of work Practical solutions to align hybrid strategies with measurable business goals.  To complement your listening to this episode, download our Distributed Work Model E-book for more insights on how you can apply our framework to your distributed teams.   TIMESTAMPS: [03:33] How does Inclusion in Progress define Inclusive Distributed Work™? [06:42] Why are we not advocating for fully remote or fully in-office workplaces? [10:15] Why do we say that the current version of hybrid work is broken? [12:50] What are practical examples of effective distributed work models?   LINKS: info@inclusioninprogress.com www.inclusioninprogress.com/podcast www.linkedin.com/company/inclusion-in-progress  Download our Distributed Work Models E-Book to learn how to find the distributed work model that enables your teams to perform at their best. Check out IIP Episode 96 to learn more about The 3 Hidden Biases of Hybrid Work & How to Avoid Them. Want us to partner with you on finding your best-fit hybrid work strategy? Get in touch to learn how we can tailor our services to your company's DEI and remote work initiatives. Subscribe to the Inclusion in Progress Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to get notified when new episodes come out! Learn how to leave a review for the podcast.  

Wise Decision Maker Show
#296: Red States Reject Data, Force Office Mandates in Political Play

Wise Decision Maker Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 5:16


Red states that force office mandates prioritize political agendas over data-driven decisions, ignoring evidence that remote work boosts productivity and saves costs. That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which talks about red states rejecting data and forcing office mandates.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/red-states-reject-data-force-office-mandates-in-political-play/

The Dr CK Bray Show
Episode 573: The RTO Debate - What's Really Driving the Return to Office?

The Dr CK Bray Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 13:38


The return-to-office (RTO) debate is no longer just about where people work—it's about why companies are making this shift. With office attendance jumping from 35% in 2023 to 68% in 2024, businesses claim that in-office work fuels collaboration, innovation, and culture. But is that the driving force behind these mandates? Or is this shift rooted in financial pressures, leadership challenges, and outdated ways of thinking? In this episode, Dr. Bray breaks down both sides of the argument, from the employee's demand for autonomy and flexibility to the employer's need to sustain business outcomes and justify office investments. Research shows that employees with a say in their work arrangements are 55% more productive and 40% more likely to stay with their company—yet, forced RTO mandates lead to higher disengagement and turnover. Meanwhile, executives worry that remote work is eroding mentorship, culture, and long-term career development. So, who's right? And is there a middle ground? Dr. Bray also explores the generational divide shaping the future of work. Baby Boomers report 80% satisfaction with RTO, while Gen Z is the most resistant at just 68% satisfaction—but why? Are younger employees missing out on crucial networking opportunities, or are they simply redefining what productivity looks like in a digital-first world? And what should companies be doing to ensure they attract and retain top talent across all generations? The real question isn't whether RTO is good or bad—it's about how companies structure work to drive real results. Tune in as we unpack the neuroscience, leadership strategies, and future trends shaping this conversation, and learn how businesses can strike the right balance between flexibility, trust, and collaboration. QUOTES BY DR. BRAY “It's not about where you work, it's HOW you work.” "Autonomy is one of the three psychological pillars of motivation. We love choices." "Location alone doesn't determine your success. What matters most is how intentional companies are about making work collaborative, innovative, and meaningful."  

Watt It Takes
Pearl Street Technologies Co-Founder and CEO David Bromberg

Watt It Takes

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 71:43


Here's a thought experiment. You're a seasoned clean energy developer. You've got a pipeline of projects. You've navigated permitting, secured financing, refined your technology stack. Everything's lined up, and you're ready to build. There's just one problem: interconnection.To connect your projects, you have to go through a complex study process run by your utility, or your Regional Transmission Organization (RTO), or your Independent System Operator (ISO). They need to evaluate how your project impacts the grid, what upgrades are required, and how the costs get assigned. It's a system built for a different grid era, and today, the system is completely overwhelmed.For both developers and transmission providers, the interconnection queue has become a major obstacle. Developers depend on timely approvals to move projects forward. Transmission providers, meanwhile, are inundated with requests while also trying to maintain grid reliability, plan for future capacity, and, in many regions, meet aggressive decarbonization goals. And they're doing all of that with legacy software that was never built to handle this kind of volume or complexity.If you've been in the energy world for a while, you know this bottleneck well. But if you're new, here's the scale of the challenge: around 2.5 terawatts of renewable energy projects alone are currently stuck in interconnection queues across the U.S. At the same time, electricity demand is surging, driven by data centers, AI, EVs, and industrial electrification. The average wait time for grid interconnection in the U.S. is 6 years. Speeding up the interconnection study process could remove one of the most significant barriers to getting clean energy and storage projects online. But that requires smarter, modern tools. Our guest today, David Bromberg, Co-Founder and CEO of Pearl Street Technologies, has built those tools, and is helping transmission providers and developers navigate the interconnection process with unprecedented speed. Sponsors:Watt it Takes is brought to you by Powerhouse Innovation. Powerhouse Innovation is a leading consulting firm connecting top-tier corporations and investors - including corporate innovation teams, CVCs, and pensions - with cutting-edge technologies and startups that meet their specific criteria for engagement. Are you seeking strategic startup partnership or investment opportunities? Get in touch to see how you can leverage Powerhouse Innovation's expert team and vast network, including a database of over 13,000 startups, to help accelerate your innovation and investing goals. To learn more visit powerhouse.co.About Powerhouse Innovation and Powerhouse Ventures Powerhouse Innovation partners with leading corporations and investors to help them find, partner with, invest in, and acquire the most innovative startups in climate. Powerhouse Ventures backs entrepreneurs building the digital infrastructure for rapid decarbonization. To hear more stories of founders building our climate positive future, hit the “subscribe” button and leave us a review.

Truth, Lies and Workplace Culture
179. Jumpstart Your Workplace Culture, with Eric Stone

Truth, Lies and Workplace Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 51:46


Truth, Lies, and Work is an award-winning psychology podcast from the HubSpot Podcast Network, hosted by Chartered Occupational Psychologist Leanne Elliott and business owner Al Elliott.

Techmeme Ride Home
Mon. 03/03 – A National Crypto Reserve?

Techmeme Ride Home

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 15:21


Maybe we really will be getting that national crypto reserve after all. TSMC doubles down on manufacturing in the US. Return to the office is one thing, but Sergey Brin things RTO could lead to AGI, at least at Google. And Mark Gurman says there is an AI crisis inside Apple.Sponsors:Incogni.com/ridehomeQualiaLife.com/rideLinks:Donald Trump Names Components Of Crypto Reserve (CoinDesk)Trump, Chip Maker TSMC Expected to Announce $100 Billion Investment in U.S. (WSJ)Google's Gemini now lets you ask questions using videos and what's on your screen (TechCrunch)Google's Sergey Brin Urges Workers to the Office ‘at Least' Every Weekday (NYTimes)Peter Thiel-backed fintech Ramp nearly doubles valuation to $13bn (Financial Times)Apple's Artificial Intelligence Efforts Reach a Make-or-Break Point (Bloomberg)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.