Podcasts about remote first

What does it take to build and scale a remote-first company across borders, regulations, and cultures? In this episode, host Himanshi Lohchab talks to Alex Bouaziz, co-founder and CEO of Deel, on how the company grew from a startup idea into a global HR and payroll platform operating in over 150 countries. Bouaziz reflects on early pivots, lessons from Y Combinator, and the idea of founder–product fit that continues to shape Deel’s culture and strategy. The conversation explores Deel’s expanding product suite, investments in payroll infrastructure, its approach to compliance, and how capital has been deployed through acquisitions and innovation. The episode also examines broader shifts in global hiring, cross-border talent movement, and India’s increasing role in Deel’s long-term plans offering a clear-eyed view of how companies manage scale and complexity in a rapidly changing world. Tune in.You can follow Himanshi Lohchab on her social media: X and Linkedin Check out other interesting episodes of ET in the Valley: ET in the Valley: Grant Lee, Co-Founder & CEO of Gamma, ET in the Valley: Databricks Co-founder Patrick Wendell, ET in the Valley: Replit Founder and CEO Amjad Masad, ET in the Valley: ElevenLabs Co-Founder Mati Staniszewski and much more. Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2020, cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase made two bold organizational moves: going fully remote and banning political discussion at work. These decisions, aimed at reinforcing a mission-first culture, were supported by a written, codified approach to company values and a hiring philosophy designed to attract talent aligned with that mission. In this episode, Chief People Officer L.J. Brock joins case author and HBS professor Charles Wang and host Brian Kenny to discuss how Coinbase's strategy, explored in the case “Mission First at Coinbase,” raises critical questions about focus, inclusion, and attracting top talent in a volatile industry.

About This Episode  In this episode of The Future of Work® Podcast, host Frank Cottle is joined by Nadia Vatalidis, Head of People at Doist—the globally recognized company behind Todoist and Twist. With a decade of experience scaling distributed teams at GitLab, Remote.com, and now Doist, Nadia brings deep expertise on what it really takes to build a high-performing, remote-first company. Together, they explore the strategic decisions behind global hiring, equitable compensation frameworks, time zone productivity, employee security, and the cultural strengths of distributed work.  Whether you're a founder, team leader, or HR exec navigating the complexities of remote hiring or distributed team design, this episode is a roadmap to getting it right. Learn exactly why remote-first is a mindset shaping the future of work. 

Remote teams continue to struggle with delays caused by outdated, paper-based signature workflows. Printing, scanning, and mailing add unnecessary friction, especially when teams operate across time zones. When organizations move at a digital pace, slow approvals can derail momentum and create serious operational risk. Teams need a faster, safer way to move documents through the...

In this insightful episode of the Authors on Mission podcast, host Danielle Hutchinson sits down with Ken Taylor, founder of OwnerRez and author of the upcoming book Working in Slippers. Ken shares how growing up around tech entrepreneurship shaped his leadership philosophy—and how building a remote-first company taught him the value of trust, autonomy, and measurable outcomes.They dive into:

What does it take to scale a company through explosive growth and build a culture where teams thrive without burning out?   Christopher Kautz, COO of Zogics, joins Max Hansen to share how he helped transform a fast-growing disinfectant and wellness brand into a lean, fully remote powerhouse. From tripling revenue during COVID to hiring top global talent, Christopher reveals the systems, mindset, and leadership habits that allow companies to grow without losing their soul.  

Bold Bean Co is doing team and culture differently.In this episode, co-founders Amelia and Ed discuss how the'yre building a high-performing, remote-first team with people working all across the UK and quite a few other countries. They want their team's motivation to be powered by the business mission, and as this is key it's important to them to allow their team to work their jobs around their lives, rather than the other way around!What you'll learn:Why "trust first" is key for Ed and Amelia and how they lead How a remote working model allows Bold Bean Co to look globally for exceptional talent, rather than only searching in the UK.Why 'Culture' isn't something that you start thinking about once you're further on up the growth curve - it's got to be nurtured from the outset!So, if you're building a team and wondering how to do it well without a traditional office setup, this one's for you.  This 'BGH Short' is part of our People Series partnership with MKJ Ignite - The FMCG recruitment experts helping challenger brands grow with the right people in the right roles. Directors Billy, Paul, and Immy have combed through the Brand Growth Heroes archives to bring you the most valuable founder wisdom on hiring and scaling teams that thrive - and as a result, this short episode is PACKED with golden nuggets around people, team and culture. A new 5-minute short episode drops every two weeks — so make sure to HIT FOLLOW so you don't miss the next one.If you're wondering whether or not you need help with your recruitment, or would like to ask for some advice, you can e-mail Billy directly at billy.maddock@mkj-ignite.co.ukConnect with Billy Maddock on LinkedInConnect with Immy Southwell on LinkedInConnect with Paul Jones on LinkedInFollow MKJ Ignite on InstagramConnect with MKJ Ignite on LinkedIn

In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sat down with Joseph Landes, co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Nerdio, to explore how one conversation at a Microsoft conference led to a billion-dollar cloud automation company. From his 23-year career at Microsoft to building a fully remote team now supporting over five million users, Joseph's story blends strategic risk-taking with deep industry insight. We unpacked how Nerdio grew from a startup idea in 2018 to a company that just secured 500 million dollars in Series C funding. Joseph walked me through the early days of building the business alongside co-founder Vadim Vladimirsky and how they focused on simplifying Microsoft Azure for IT professionals and MSPs. Their goal was clear: make cloud management easier, faster, and more cost-effective through automation and policy-driven governance. But this episode wasn't just about cloud optimization. We also dug into Nerdio's fully remote culture and the intentional design behind it. Joseph shared how initiatives like appointing city mayors, launching the Nerdio Break Room, and hosting an annual global kickoff have helped maintain a strong sense of community and accountability across 350 remote employees. We also discussed why Nerdio does not compete with Microsoft. It enhances and extends Microsoft's products, helping customers navigate Azure complexity while staying aligned with Microsoft's fast-changing roadmap. This customer-centric strategy, coupled with deep product knowledge and agility, has been key to Nerdio's ability to scale without losing focus. Looking ahead, Joseph shared his perspective on why AI and continuous cost optimization will shape the future of enterprise IT. He made a strong case for simplifying IT operations, empowering professionals, and turning savings into reinvestment opportunities. In an era of complexity and noise, Nerdio's growth story is a reminder of what can happen when you combine deep platform expertise with a culture that truly listens. How is your organization turning cloud complexity into an advantage rather than a barrier?

In the Beyond the Deal mini-sode with Thoma Bravo's A.J. Rohde and Peter Hernandez, hear NextGen Healthcare CEO David Sides explain his approach to leadership, inspired by his family's medical roots, and how NextGen Healthcare grew into one of the most trustworthy companies in America. For more information on Thoma Bravo's Behind the Deal, visit https://www.thomabravo.com/behindthedealLearn more about Thoma Bravo: https://www.thomabravo.com/Visit NextGen Healthcare's website: https://bit.ly/3TN6i7s To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How can a Head of Remote act as the organizational glue that holds strategy, people, and processes together? Laurel Farrer, former Head of TeamOps at GitLab and internationally renowned thought leader, explains how this pivotal role shapes the future of work.

If you live in a town or a city in Australia, the chances are that you'll find it easy to find a book to read. Bookshops, local libraries, department stores - they're all places where it's easy to get your literary fix. But if you're hours away from the nearest town of any size, down difficult dirt roads, or even not served by a road at all, none of those are viable options.And that's where the Indigenous Literacy Foundation comes in. They've just passed the milestone of a million books, many in First Languages, sent to around 500 remote Indigenous communities.If you live in a town or a city in Australia, the chances are that you'll find it easy to find a book to read. Bookshops, local libraries, department stores - they're all places where it's easy to get your literary fix. But if you're hours away from the nearest town of any size, down difficult dirt roads, or even not served by a road at all, none of those are viable options.And that's where the Indigenous Literacy Foundation comes in. They've just passed the milestone of a million books, many in First Languages, sent to around 500 remote Indigenous communities. - Жителям отдаленных общин Австралии тяжело получать доступ к книгам, особенно на языках Коренных народов. И тут на помощь приходит The Indigenous Literacy Foundation.

How do you build a culture that thrives in a remote-first environment? Madison Crane, Head of Remote at The Remote Company, shares her approach to ensuring that distributed teams stay engaged, motivated, and aligned.

It's not easy to get the reading material you want if you live hours from the nearest town, have rough dirt roads, or no roads at all. But that's where the Indigenous Literacy Foundation comes in. - Tidak mudah mendapatkan bacaan yang sesuai dengan keinginan jika Anda tinggal beberapa jam dari kota terdekat, melewati jalan tanah yang sulit, atau bahkan tidak ada jalan sama sekali. Namun di situlah Indigenous Literacy Foundation berperan.

If you live in a town or a city in Australia, the chances are that you'll find it easy to find a book to read. Bookshops, local libraries, department stores - they're all places where it's easy to get your literary fix. But if you're hours away from the nearest town of any size, down difficult dirt roads, or even not served by a road at all, none of those are viable options.And that's where the Indigenous Literacy Foundation comes in. They've just passed the milestone of a million books, many in First Languages, sent to around 500 remote Indigenous communities.If you live in a town or a city in Australia, the chances are that you'll find it easy to find a book to read. Bookshops, local libraries, department stores - they're all places where it's easy to get your literary fix. But if you're hours away from the nearest town of any size, down difficult dirt roads, or even not served by a road at all, none of those are viable options.And that's where the Indigenous Literacy Foundation comes in. They've just passed the milestone of a million books, many in First Languages, sent to around 500 remote Indigenous communities.

Mike Mahlkow spricht mit Fabiola Munguia, Gründerin von Secfix, über den Aufbau eines Unternehmens, das Startups und KMUs dabei hilft, IT-Sicherheit und Compliance zu automatisieren. Sie teilt ihre spannenden Erfahrungen als Immigrant Founder in Deutschland, erklärt die Grundlagen von ISO 27001, SOC2 und anderen Zertifikaten, und warum sie für Unternehmen, die mit Enterprise-Kunden arbeiten wollen, essenziell sind. Fabiola erklärt, wie Secfix den Zertifizierungsprozess radikal vereinfacht und Startups dabei unterstützt, schneller und effizienter vertrauenswürdige Partnerschaften mit großen Kunden aufzubauen. Außerdem gibt sie Einblicke in die Herausforderungen und Vorteile, als Immigrant in Deutschland zu gründen, sowie Tipps für den Aufbau eines Remote-Teams. Was du lernst: Warum Compliance für Startups wichtig ist: Was ISO 27001, SOC2 und andere Zertifikate bedeuten und wann sie für Unternehmen relevant werden Warum Compliance nicht nur eine Pflichtaufgabe ist, sondern ein entscheidender Faktor für den Erfolg im Enterprise Sales Wie Secfix den Zertifizierungsprozess automatisiert: Wie Secfix IT-Sicherheits- und Compliance-Prozesse mit Tools wie AWS, Jira, und Google Workspaces integriert und Daten automatisiert verarbeitet Der Unterschied zwischen zwölf Monaten manueller Zertifizierung und einer automatisierten Lösung, die in nur zwei bis vier Monaten Ergebnisse liefert Trust-Building durch ein Trust Center: Wie ein öffentliches Trust Center auf der Unternehmenswebsite hilft, das Vertrauen potenzieller Kunden zu stärken und Sales-Prozesse zu beschleunigen Warum ein professioneller, automatisierter Ansatz die Chancen auf Enterprise-Deals signifikant erhöht Immigrant Founder in Deutschland: Welche Herausforderungen Fabiola als Immigrant in Deutschland meistern musste, von Bürokratie bis hin zu Visum-Problemen Warum Deutschland trotzdem ein attraktiver Standort für Gründer ist, insbesondere durch Netzwerke und Förderprogramme wie Exist Remote-First-Company Building: Wie Secfix ein 100% Remote-Team aufgebaut hat und warum Transparenz, Overcommunication und Result-Driven-Work die Schlüssel zum Erfolg sind Tools wie Notion, Gather und Slack, die helfen, ein Remote-Team effizient und kollaborativ zu führen ALLES ZU UNICORN BAKERY: https://zez.am/unicornbakery  Hier findest du Fabiola: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabiola-munguia/  Website: https://de.secfix.com/  Mehr zu Mike: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemahlkow/  Website: https://fastgen.com Join our Founder Tactics Newsletter: 2x die Woche bekommst du die Taktiken der besten Gründer der Welt direkt ins Postfach: https://www.tactics.unicornbakery.de/  Kapitel: (00:00:00) Wer ist Founderin Fabiola Munguia & was kann Secfix? (00:04:57) Was sollte ich als Gründer über Zertifikate wissen? (00:09:37) Risiken für Startups beim Regelbruch (00:13:12) Der Nachweis von Mitarbeiter-Compliance (00:17:58) Wer braucht die ISO und SOC2 Zertifikate wirklich? (00:23:26) Hilft Secfix auch beim Sales Enablement? (00:28:54) Wie optimiert Secfix Prozesse? (00:33:33) Welche Zertifikate sind noch relevant? (00:41:20) Wie ist die Akzeptanz des neuen ISO 42001 und wann wird das gebraucht? (00:47:37) Immigrant Founder: Warum Deutschland und was sind die Herausforderungen? (00:54:18) Deutschland, deine Bürokratie: Ohne Visum keine Gründung, ohne Profitabilität aber kein Visum (00:58:34) Wie organisiert sich Secfix intern? (01:04:47) 100 % remote: Was sind die Herausforderungen?

De Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF) bereikte onlangs een mijlpaal: het versturen van één miljoen boeken, waarvan veel in oorspronkelijke talen, naar ongeveer 500 afgelegen Indigenous communities.

On this episode of PT Pintcast, we hit the road — literally — with Matt Jurek, a PT who's turned his passion for travel and tech into a remote-first consulting business. From full-time RV living to building RTM programs for clinics nationwide, Matt walks us through the how, why, and what's next in Remote Therapeutic Monitoring.

In this episode of Revenue Insights, Adam Roberts talks with Raja Agrawal, VP of Sales at BrowserStack, about his journey from a rural Indian village to global sales leadership. They explore the evolution of B2B buying behaviors, managing a 100% remote sales team, the role of AI in sales operations, and the importance of cultural intelligence in global markets. With experience at SAP, Microsoft, and BrowserStack, Raja shares practical insights on fearless leadership, remote team management, and adapting to modern sales environments. Tune in for actionable strategies on driving global sales success.

How do you build thriving teams and create intentional connections in a rapidly scaling remote-first environment? Nadia Vatalidis, Interim Director of Talent Acquisition at Camunda and former VP of People at Remote.com, takes us behind the scenes of scaling teams from 70 to over 1,000 employees while maintaining culture, connection, and operational excellence. Her insights shine a light on the evolving role of Heads of Remote and how intentionality can transform distributed workplaces.

What does it take to drive organizational success as a Head of Product Excellence in a flexible-first environment? Valentina Thörner shares how she navigates the intersection of HR, operations, and leadership to optimize processes, empower teams, and create a culture of seamless collaboration at SCALAR. Her unique approach to remote work combines strategic insight with a human touch, offering invaluable advice for leaders and organizations embracing the future of work.

What does it take to lead a remote-first organization with 100+ professionals across 35 countries? In this episode, Chase Warrington, Head of Operations at Doist (the creators of Todoist and Twist), shares how he has helped shape a fully remote company that serves over 40 million customers in 19 languages. From building operational infrastructure to fostering a culture of transparency, Chase provides actionable insights for leaders navigating the complexities of flexible-first work.

In today's episode: After the pandemic hit, 90% of Yelp's employees said they preferred working at home. When offices opened, they were less than 1% occupied. Following the data, the company decided to stay remote-first as a sign of trust in their employees--a trust that goes both ways. We're seeing a lot of return-to-office mandates as we head into 2025, but it's not clear whether the mandates are based in data on culture or productivity. Culture Leaders Daily is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the week's biggest news, unpack hot-button workplace trends, and bring you exclusive interviews with leaders who leverage culture to drive real business results. Today's podcast is a short clip from Jessica's Culture Leaders interview with Carmen Amara. You can find the entire conversation on this podcast feed or watch it on YouTube. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmenamara/ Jessica Kriegel: Website: https://www.jessicakriegel.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicakriegel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess_kriegel/ Culture Partners: Website: https://culturepartners.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/culturepartners/

From being laid off at 5 weeks postpartum to generating nearly $700K in 14 months, Julia Arpag demonstrates how embracing change can lead to extraordinary success. After launching Aligned Recruitment, she developed a unique retainer model that transformed client relationships and created predictable revenue while building a remote team that serves clients internationally. Julia founded Aligned Recruitment, specializing in tech recruitment for small and medium-sized businesses. Join us as she shares her journey from unexpected layoffs to building a thriving recruitment practice.   Episode Outline and Highlights [01:28] Journey into recruitment through college admissions. [03:17] The layoff that sparked entrepreneurship - 5 weeks postpartum. [08:11] Starting the business part-time during maternity leave. [16:49] Developing a unique monthly retainer model. [21:02] Creating trust through a generous partnership approach. [25:10] Building and structuring a remote team. [30:34] International recruitment strategy and market focus. [39:41] Handholding new clients. [49:26] Detailed breakdown of successful sales campaigns.  [54:14] Running multiple lead generation campaigns. [57:15] Faith, family, and building with purpose.   Reimagining the Recruitment Business Model Julia developed a distinctive monthly retainer model that transformed how she partners with clients: "A lot of recruiters only charge fee-based. So they're like, wait, you want me to pay you before you've given me a hire? Like, that's psychotic... I want to be your go-to recruitment partner for the entirety of the existence of your business." Julia's retainer model in recruitment operates on a monthly subscription-like approach, charging clients based on the number of roles they need to fill rather than per placement. Here's how it works and its unique benefits: How the Retainer Model Works: Flat Monthly Fee: Clients pay a monthly retainer based on the estimated time and effort required to fill their roles. Per-Role Pricing: The fee scales with the number of roles, offering discounts for higher volumes (e.g., five or more roles). Flexible Engagement: Clients can start with a single role to test the service and then expand based on their hiring needs. Transparent Estimation: Julia provides upfront estimates for time-to-fill, often under-promising and over-delivering. This approach translates to unique relationships, repeat business, and client trust building as summarized below: Cost Efficiency: Clients avoid paying steep, one-time placement fees, even if multiple candidates are hired for a single role. Trust and Partnership: The model fosters long-term relationships, positioning Julia as an extension of the client's team rather than a transactional vendor. Predictability: Fixed monthly costs provide budget certainty, even for complex or ongoing hiring needs. Comprehensive Support: This option is ideal for smaller businesses without in-house recruiting teams. It offers a "fractional recruiter" who handles all hiring needs without the risks of permanent staff. This model balances generosity with strategic value, prioritizing trust and repeat business over short-term gains.   Building a Systematic Sales Campaign Despite never closing a deal before launching her business, Julia developed a systematic sales approach that helped her reach nearly $700K in 14 months. She shares her exact process: Lead Research: "I have someone on Fiverr... charges me 10 bucks for 50 lead needs" with clear parameters: Companies with under 200 employees Currently hiring software engineers Contacts from C-suite and engineering leadership Multi-Channel Campaign: Step 1: Sends personalized Loom videos via email (using Apollo) Step 2: Runs a parallel Dripify connection-only campaign on LinkedIn Step 3: After connection acceptance, follow up with LinkedIn selfie videos "My theory is it's more personal... I think LinkedIn selfies are reminiscent of more personal messaging platforms where people feel like it's like their buddy Julia just dropping in to check in how their Tuesday's going." When running active campaigns, Julia commits to sending 20 personalized outreach videos daily or 100 per week. She also runs a separate automated Dripify messaging campaign targeting past client contacts, doubling down on what's working since many of her clients come from previous relationships. This systematic approach, combined with genuine relationship building, has helped her consistently win new business without traditional hard-selling techniques.   Remote Team Building and International Recruitment From solo founder to a team of four, Julia has built a remote-first practice that serves clients internationally. Starting with contract recruiters during her maternity leave, she strategically evolved her team structure based on business growth. Today, her team includes a Director of Talent Acquisition managing client delivery, an Operations Manager, and a Sourcer based in South Africa (hired through Remote First as EOR), all working virtually. "I employ them through an employer of record, an EOR. And I use Remote First... my entire team is remote. No one else is based here in Atlanta." This flexible team structure allows Julia to scale based on client needs while maintaining quality delivery through specialized roles - proving you can build a successful recruitment business without a traditional office-based team. Are you also interested in building a remote setup for your recruitment business?   Julia Arpag Bio and Contact Info Julia Arpag is the CEO & Founder of tech recruitment firm Aligned Recruitment. We've been in business since August 2023, are fully bootstrapped, have closed over $500k in new business, and are scaling fast.    We specialize in hiring for SMBs (10-200 employees) in the tech industry. We have clients in custom software development, platform management, real estate investment, and security hardware, to name a few.  I'm also a foster parent to two teen boys, a mom to two little boys, a wife, and a proud transplant to Atlanta from upstate NY. Julia on Linkedin Aligned Recruitment Website link People and Resources Mentioned Dripify LinkedIn Recruiter LinkedIn Sales Navigator Recruiter Flow (ATS/CRM) RemoFirst (EOR platform) Apollo Fiverr Loom   Connect with Mark Whitby Get your FREE 30-minute strategy call Mark on LinkedIn,  Mark on Twitter: @MarkWhitby Mark on Facebook Mark on Instagram: @RecruitmentCoach   Subscribe to The Resilient Recruiter If you've been enjoying the podcast, please take two minutes to leave a review. Your review is greatly appreciated because it helps us attract a bigger audience and help more recruiters.

What does global mobility mean in today's world of remote work? Isabel Rodriguez, Global Mobility People Partner, provides ‌insights into how remote work supports flexibility and shapes Revolut's dynamic, global workplace. From temporary work-abroad policies to engagement trips, Isabel explains the ways Revolut helps employees stay connected and engaged in a remote-first environment, and how global mobility makes it possible. In this episode, Alex and Isabel discuss: - An overview of what global mobility covers and how it drives flexibility for employees - Isabel's travel experiences that shaped her global mobility journey - How global mobility actively supports Revolut's approach to remote work - The pros and cons of a remote-first model - Tips to make the most of remote working and build relationships with colleagues - Revolut's expanded Temporary Work from Abroad policy explained - Why Revolut offers this benefit for employees and how it adds value - How engagement trips strengthen team bonds in a remote environment - The relocation support provided by the Global Mobility team - Their views on global mobility and remote working Follow Revolut Insider on Instagram: https://revolut.la/RevolutInsider View open career opportunities at Revolut: https://revolut.la/40yxgnR

In this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky speaks to Sara Baier, Director of People & Culture at Plume Health, who talks about why equitable compensation is crucial for remote-first companies.You can learn about Plume Health at https://getplume.co/

In this episode of the Remote CEO Show, I had the pleasure to interview, Milton Tutu. Milton is an accomplished marketing professional with over a decade years of experience in African fintech and e-commerce startups.  As the CMO of Selar, he has driven the company's growth, reaching over 1,000,000 users across 15 African countries, grossing over $142K in subscription revenue, and facilitating over $3M in payments to creators.  Milton has worked with various organizations and has been a keynote speaker at national and international platforms. He is a successful author and brand ambassador for Youthspark Pan African.  With his expertise as a certified NLP Practitioner and Results & Peak Performance Consultant, Milton excels in leading teams to achieve exceptional results in the corporate world.

Katya Laviolette is the Chief People Officer at 1Password. A fully remote organization since its inception in 2005, 1Password has undergone significant growth over the past few years as it's moved up to the enterprise, and has had to adapt and evolve its people and talent strategy to meet the needs of an evolving business and market.During our conversation, Katya spoke about some of the approaches she and the team have taken to strategically build a robust set of programs that provide intentional support and scaffolding to enable their workforce to be effective and engaged. Katya also spoke about the importance of leaders establishing clear guidelines and engaging in productive conflict, as well as how the company's remote-first environment has supplemented its focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).LinksKatya's LinkedIn Profile:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/katya-laviolette-6907b726/ Katya's Previous Episode on The Edge of Work: https://theedgeofwork.buzzsprout.com/2046865/14679777-live-from-transform-mutual-mentorship-with-katya-laviolette-cpo-1password

Marisa Eikenberry interviews special guest Kevin Eikenberry and co-host Wayne Turmel about the newly revised second edition of The Long-Distance Leader. Together, they explore the biggest changes in remote work and leadership since the book's first release in 2018. Kevin and Wayne share insights on navigating the evolving world of hybrid work, the impact of technological advancements like Zoom, and the critical balance between synchronous and asynchronous work. Whether you're an established leader or new to remote teams, this conversation offers actionable strategies to thrive in a hybrid environment. Tune in to learn how remote leadership has transformed, what hybrid work truly means, and how you can stay ahead in the remote work revolution. Key Takeaways What's changed in remote leadership since 2018?  The rise of Zoom and its impact on work culture Challenges of hybrid work and how to overcome them The difference between remote-first and remote-friendly workplaces How the second edition of The Long-Distance Leader addresses modern leadership needs  Kevin's upcoming book on flexible leadership Surprising trends in remote work: Who really wants to stay remote? The importance of intentional leadership in hybrid teams    Featured Guest Name: Kevin Eikenberry Bio: Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group and co-author of Long-Distance Leader Timestamps 00:00 Intro: Welcome to the Show 01:33 What's New in The Long-Distance Leader, 2nd Edition? 04:22 Zoom Fatigue and Remote Work Tools 07:02 Hybrid Work: Challenges and Opportunities 09:08 Remote-First vs. Remote-Friendly Workplaces 11:09 Building Trust in Hybrid Teams 15:03 What You'll Learn from The 2nd Edition 17:29 Kevin's Next Project: The Flexible Leader 19:22 Who Actually Prefers Remote Work? 20:50 Leading Hybrid Teams with Intention 22:50 Virtual LeaderCon: Join Us! 23:09 Wrap-Up and How to Preorder the Book Related Episodes Remote-First vs. Remote-Friendly The Long-Distance Leader's Evolution and Its Ongoing Relevance The Long-Distance Leader Anniversary Episode How Remote Leadership Has Transformed Since 2018 Additional Resources Virtual LeaderCon Learn more about Wayne Turmel Email Wayne Turmel Connect with Wayne Turmel on LinkedIn Learn more about Marisa Eikenberry Email Marisa Eikenberry Connect with Marisa Eikenberry on LinkedIn Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Leader Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Teammate Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Team The Kevin Eikenberry Group Want us to answer one of your questions? Contact Us!   Subscribe to Long-Distance Worklife wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate the show 5 stars and leave a review! Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longdistanceworklife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2P22kW5iaX8zU3B0-HVCUA Website: https://longdistanceworklife.com/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longdistanceworklife   

Danielle Cuomo, the founder of Virtual Assist USA, shared her journey and insights on remote work on the Work From Home Forever podcast. Since 2008, she has been running her virtual assistant company with a fully remote team, embracing a remote-first culture. Initially motivated by flexibility and a desire to eliminate commuting, Danielle found that working from home allowed her to balance her professional responsibilities with personal interests like charity work and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Over time, as she started a family, the flexibility of remote work became even more valuable, enabling her to be present for her children while maintaining professional boundaries by setting up a dedicated home office. Danielle's experience and success with Virtual Assist USA underscore the significant benefits and potential of remote work, not only for business growth but also for personal and family life balance. To connect with Danielle: Website: ⁠Virtual Assist USA ________________________  Do you love the show? Check out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠official merch page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠on Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support the show! ________________________

In this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky speaks to Jonathan Treble, CEO of WithMe, about why being remote-first requires excellent communicationYou can learn about WithMe at https://withme.com/

This Day in Legal History: Posse Comitatus Act Passed On June 18, 1878, the U.S. Congress passed the Posse Comitatus Act, a significant piece of legislation that shaped the relationship between the military and civil authorities. The Act made it a felony to use the Army to enforce domestic policies without explicit authorization from Congress or the Constitution. This law emerged from the Reconstruction era's complexities, particularly the federal military's role in enforcing laws in the Southern states post-Civil War. The term "posse comitatus" translates to "power of the county," and the Act aimed to reinforce the principle that civil authorities should maintain law and order without military involvement. The Posse Comitatus Act reflected a commitment to preventing military overreach in civilian matters and preserving democratic governance structures. This principle has influenced various legal and military policies over the years, including modern discussions on the military's role in domestic security. The Act underscores the balance between maintaining national security and protecting civil liberties, a balance that remains a cornerstone of American legal and political thought.Fisker Inc., an electric-vehicle startup, filed for bankruptcy after halting production of its problematic Ocean SUV. The company's filing in Delaware lists assets between $500 million and $1 billion and liabilities between $100 million and $500 million. This bankruptcy protects Fisker from creditors while it plans repayment.Henrik Fisker, known for designing BMW and Aston Martin cars, founded Fisker Inc., his second EV venture to face bankruptcy. His previous company, Fisker Automotive, also went bankrupt in 2013. Fisker Inc. went public in 2020 through a SPAC merger, raising roughly $1 billion and partnering with Magna International Inc. for vehicle manufacturing.Production of the Fisker Ocean SUV began in November 2022 but was plagued by missing features and software bugs. Influential YouTuber Marques Brownlee's negative review in February further damaged the company's reputation. Fisker produced over 10,000 vehicles but delivered fewer than 5,000 to customers. The company tried partnering with franchised dealers but faced significant financial difficulties, warning in February about its uncertain future. Although it secured $150 million from a lender, a potential deal with an automaker fell through. Magna International, a partner, halted further production of the Ocean SUV. Fisker's bankruptcy highlights broader challenges in the EV market, with several other startups also filing for bankruptcy amid slowing sales in the U.S. and Europe.Troubled Electric Vehicle Maker Fisker Files for BankruptcyUnion members at Amazon.com Inc. have voted overwhelmingly to align with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, a major U.S. labor organization, in a move that could significantly impact staff contract negotiations. About 98% of the Amazon Labor Union (ALU) members supported this partnership, aimed at securing better jobs and working conditions for Amazon employees.The ALU, which achieved a historic win in 2022 by organizing workers at an Amazon facility in Staten Island, faced setbacks in subsequent elections and internal conflicts. The union struggled to bring Amazon to the negotiating table. However, ALU President Chris Smalls and 15 other officials reached an agreement with Teamsters President Sean O'Brien and his team in Washington. The Teamsters represent approximately 1.3 million people.This collaboration between the ALU and the Teamsters signals a significant step forward in labor organizing efforts at Amazon, potentially increasing pressure on the company to engage in meaningful negotiations with its workers. Amazon did not immediately respond to requests for comment outside normal business hours.Amazon Union Allies With Teamsters in Big Labor AdvanceThe EPA's new limits on PFAS in drinking water are a positive step but more comprehensive regulations are needed to manage the release and disposal of these harmful chemicals. At a recent conference, stakeholders including parents, firefighters, and farmers discussed the need for broader measures to eliminate nonessential PFAS uses and enforce stricter waste management practices.CDC data shows that reducing PFAS in drinking water correlates with lower blood levels of the chemicals in residents, validating the EPA's efforts. However, the current rules do not prevent the release of PFAS into water or apply to private wells, affecting millions of people.Environmental advocates emphasized the necessity of treating PFAS as hazardous wastes under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The EPA's recent designation of certain PFAS as hazardous under the Superfund law aids cleanup efforts but falls short of comprehensive waste regulation. Proper disposal methods are critical to prevent further contamination, yet data on PFAS waste disposal is limited due to insufficient regulation.Participants called for more stringent discharge permits under the Clean Water Act and quicker implementation of hazardous waste rules. PFAS, widely used in industries like semiconductors and battery production due to their stability and resistance to damage, require robust management to prevent environmental and health risks.Examples of contamination were highlighted, including high PFAS levels from military bases causing serious health issues. The EPA's database on waste transfers shows significant amounts of PFAS-contaminated materials being sent to incinerators and other facilities, underscoring the need for better waste tracking and management.Advocates stress that eliminating unnecessary PFAS uses and implementing strong regulatory measures are essential steps to protect communities and the environment from long-term PFAS contamination.PFAS Drinking Water Limits Praised but More Regulations SoughtIn the ongoing litigation over Johnson & Johnson's (J&J) allegedly cancer-causing baby powders, a new legal battle has emerged over attorney-client privilege. Plaintiffs' lawyers accuse J&J of misusing the bankruptcy process to evade liability and are pushing for the crime-fraud exception to force the company to disclose internal communications. This could reveal J&J's strategies to limit liability in around 61,000 talc-related cases. The litigation involves J&J's use of the "Texas Two-Step," where it transfers liabilities to a subsidiary, which then files for bankruptcy. This maneuver has been met with controversy and legal challenges. Plaintiffs' attorneys argue that J&J's actions are fraudulent attempts to avoid liability and are calling for these communications to be made public to bolster their case.In a recent development, the plaintiffs are also seeking to disqualify some lawyers representing J&J and to prevent the company from proceeding with an $11 billion global settlement plan. This settlement, which requires approval from 75% of the plaintiffs, has faced opposition from some plaintiffs' firms.Despite J&J's efforts to resolve the litigation, the plaintiffs' legal team argues that more needs to be done to ensure justice for those affected by the contaminated talc products. They are also challenging J&J's use of bankruptcy as a tactic to force settlements and are pushing for the court to invalidate J&J's attorney-client privilege in this context. The outcome of this legal battle could significantly impact the strategies used in large-scale product liability cases, particularly those involving mass torts and bankruptcy.J&J's Talc Litigation Saga Gets Attorney-Client Privilege TwistThe IRS should adopt a remote-first work model to attract top talent and enhance operational efficiency. The COVID-19 pandemic proved that remote work is not only viable but also desirable for many employees, particularly in the tech sector. As the IRS continues to modernize with advanced technologies like AI and machine learning, it needs to recruit top-tier tech talent. Offering remote work can help attract this talent by allowing employees to work from anywhere, increasing job satisfaction and expanding the pool of potential applicants. The Treasury Department has found that job postings highlighting flexible working arrangements attract more applicants. Additionally, the IRS can save on overhead costs by reducing its physical office footprint, which remains significant despite many employees working remotely part-time. A remote-first approach would also help the IRS compete with private sector tech firms, which have successfully used remote work to attract employees despite offering lower salaries. This flexibility would enable the IRS to draw a diverse workforce, fostering a variety of perspectives and ideas. Existing policies limiting remote work to within 200 miles of an office need reform to maximize employee flexibility. Security is a critical concern, given the sensitive nature of taxpayer information the IRS handles. However, research indicates remote workers are often more aware of cybersecurity practices. To support a remote-first model, the IRS would need to invest in tech infrastructure and rework management and accountability measures to focus on outcomes rather than hours worked. Embracing remote work is essential for the IRS to continue modernizing and improving taxpayer interactions.IRS Should Embrace Remote-First Culture to Recruit Top Talent This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Blair Doyle is a wilderness first aid trainer who's going to be teaching some people in Victoria County how to deal with emergency situations in remote locations. 

Welcome to another insightful episode of “Building the Premier Accounting Firm,” where we delve into the transformative journey of Jason Snyder, the pioneering mind behind Aspire Advisors and Summa Ecommerce Advisors. Today, Jason shares his unique approach to modernizing accounting practices by emphasizing business advisory services and embracing remote-first business models. Here's what we covered: Main Themes: Introduction to Jason Snyder: Discover the visionary entrepreneur who has redefined accounting services by prioritizing advisory roles and combating entrepreneurial poverty through the Profit First system. Profit First System: Learn about Jason's implementation of this revolutionary system to help businesses better manage their finances and ensure sustainable growth. Building Remote-first Businesses: Insight into Jason's strategy for creating successful, remote-first entities, focusing on the advantages and methods of managing international teams, particularly in the Philippines. Hiring Practices and Team Building: Jason discusses his effective hiring strategies, from offering competitive salaries to conducting skill-based assessments, and the importance of direct relationships with employees to foster a positive work environment. Importance of Financial Statements and Data: Uncover the critical role comprehensive financial statements play in understanding a business's story through its numbers and how Jason coaches entrepreneurs to utilize this data effectively. Leadership and Communication: Explore Jason's views on the essential qualities of leadership, including curiosity and a genuine care for team members, and how technology like Loom videos can enhance client communication. Client Empowerment through Financial Insight: Jason advocates for empowering clients with insightful financial reports, stressing the necessity for entrepreneurs to understand their financials deeply. Personal Interests and Work-Life Balance: A glimpse into how personal interests, such as sports, are crucial for maintaining a healthy work-life balance and overall well-being. Advice for Aspiring Accounting Firms: Jason shares valuable insights and strategies for accounting firms aiming to transition towards more advisory-focused practices and leverage international talent. Key Takeaways: Embrace remote work and international hiring to access a wider pool of expertise and foster a diverse, skilled team. Prioritize business advisory services and financial coaching to add value beyond traditional accounting practices. Implement systems like Profit First to guide businesses away from financial instability towards sustainable growth. Leadership qualities, such as curiosity and genuine care for people, are indispensable in building successful, people-focused businesses. Technology and clear communication are essential tools in enhancing client relationships and ensuring that financial data translates into actionable insights. Thank you for tuning in to “Building the Premier Accounting Firm.” Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes on transforming the accounting landscape through innovation and leadership. Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth.   Offers: Get a FREE copy of these books all accounting professionals should use to work on their business and become profitable.  These are a must-have addition to every accountant's library to provide quality CFO & Advisory services as a Profit & Growth Expert today: “Red to BLACK in 30 days – A small business accountant's guide to QUICK turnarounds” – This is a how-to guide on how to turn around a struggling business into a more sustainable model. Each chapter focuses on a crucial aspect of the turnaround process - from cash flow management to strategies for improving revenue. This book will teach you everything you need to become a turnaround expert for small businesses. “in the BLACK, nine principles to make your business profitable” – Nine Principles to Make Your Business Profitable – Discover what you need to know to run the premier accounting firm and get paid what you are worth in this book, by the same author as Red to Black – CPA Allen B. Bostrom. Bostrom teaches the three major functions of business (marketing, production and accounting) as well as strategies for maximizing profitability for your clients by creating actionable plans to implement the nine principles. “Your Strategic Accountant” - Understand the 3 Core Accounting Services you should offer as you run your business. help your clients understand which numbers they need to know to make more informed business decisions. “Your Profit & Growth Expert” - Your business is an asset. You should know its value and understand how to maximize it. Beginning with the end in mind helps you work ON your business to build a company you can leave so that it can continue to exist in your absence or build wealth as you retire and enjoy the time, freedom, and life you want and deserve. Learn what it is you can do to become an author, leveraging your expertise to market your services effectively and get the clients you deserve.  This is a webinar you don't want to miss.  Learn from Mike Capuzzi what a Shook is and how you can use it to position yourself as the Premier Accounting Firm in your area.  This is a must-see presentation so get ready to take some great notes.   In addition to becoming an author, see what you can do to follow the Turnkey Business plan for accounting professionals.  After more than 40 years we've identified the best practices of successful accountants and this is a presentation we are happy to share.  Check it out and see what you can do to be in business for yourself but not by yourself with Universal Accounting Center.   It's here you can become a:   Professional Bookkeeper, PB Professional Tax Preparer, PTP Profit & Growth Expert, PGE   Next, join a group of like-minded professionals within the accounting community.  Stay up-to-date on current topics and trends and see what you can do to also give back, participating in relevant conversations as they relate to offering quality accounting services and building your bookkeeping, accounting & tax business.   The Accounting & Bookkeeping Tips Facebook Group The Universal Accounting Fanpage Topical Newsletters: Universal Accounting Success The Universal Newsletter   Lastly, get your Business Score to see what you can do to work ON your business and have the Premier Accounting Firm. Join over 70,000 business owners and get your score on the 8 Factors That Drive Your Company's Value.     For Additional FREE Resources for accounting professionals check out this collection HERE!   Be sure to join us for GrowCon, the LIVE event for accounting professionals to work ON their business. This is a conference you don't want to miss.   Remember this, Accounting Success IS Universal. Listen to our next episode and be sure to subscribe.   Also, let us know what you think of the podcast and please share any suggestions you may have.  We look forward to your input: Podcast Feedback   For more information on how you can apply these principles to start and build your accounting, bookkeeping & tax business please visit us at www.universalaccountingschool.com or call us at 8012653777  

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of thriving in a remote work environment? Today I'm taking a look into a remote business called Lullabot, where digital strategy, design, and Drupal development are the order of business.We'll look briefly into Lullabot's company culture and the benefits that set them apart. Join me as I give an overview of the job listings, not just for the roles they advertise but for the hidden messages they send about the company's values, their stance on remote work, and the elusive work-life balance.  This episode offers practical guidance on how to conduct your research and the right questions to ask to really get to the heart of what makes a prospective company tick.SUBSCRIBE__________________________Apple PodcastsSpotify Podcasts Click here remoteworklife.io to get a free list of > 100 businesses that hire remote talent.SOCIALS ___________Subscribe On YouTubeConnect on LinkedIn

In this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky speaks to Marco Zappacosta, CEO of Thumbtack, who talks about how remote-first requires you to be more deliberate.You can learn about Thumbtack at https://www.thumbtack.com/

In this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky speaks to Kelly Scheib, Chief People Officer at Crunchbase, who talks about what it takes to make remote-first work.You can learn about Crunchbase at https://www.crunchbase.com/

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How do you re-engineer the people function to support a post-Covid virtual organization? Shopify's CHRO explains.

“We're very committed to staying connected. We're very careful about how we meet, when we meet and who is in the various meetings”, says Marjorie as she highlights the key success factors to implementing a remote-first culture at insurtech, Openly. On the podcast this week, Marjorie charts her career journey from consultancy to insurance people leader. “I started my career in the lean six sigma field, mostly in technology. It gave me a fantastic appreciation for process and data and people.” “One of the things I recognized in consulting was you can have the greatest process and amazing data, but you've got to have the convergence of those two things plus the right people in the right roles. And so, I made an intentional decision to pivot toward the people side of things.”She discusses her love for growing people functions within scaling businesses and her role at Openly. “I absolutely love this stage of a company's growth because it really is about how you set up to grow an amazing, strong business with a solid foundation. That's got to be everything from technology to processes to the people and the strategy across the company. The insurance market and the insurance industry as a whole fit perfectly with that.”“One of the great things about Openly is we are so committed to the policyholder, to the agents and to our employees. It's a great marriage of the three.”Marjorie highlights Openly's growth, insurance products and distribution model.“We sell our insurance policies through 30,000 independent agents in 21 States. We giving those agents the technology and the tools makes it possible for them to do more business, to serve their customers better.They want an easy experience that they can rely on because that's their reputation.”Founded in 2017, Openly is a remote first environment. Marjorie discusses how the business keeps a team spread across 43 States, knitted together both professionally and personally. “We're always looking to improve opportunities for connection. We're actually rolling out ‘culture hubs' in specific locations where we have concentrations of employees. We spend a lot of time on Slack. Channels that are specifically business oriented, and channels more on the personal or fun side. People can find those levels of connection.”Marjorie gives insight in to how the business is developing storytelling – using employee spotlights to tell the story of what operational excellence looks like at Openly.“We're working with our engineering team right now to find a creative way to tell a story without being overly complex on the technical side. That's how our employees and anyone external who's listening can appreciate how technology really drives our business.”Discussing wellness, well-being and remote-working, Marjorie says, “We've started a ‘Be Well' programme. It's a monthly stipend that goes to employees to spend on any kind of wellness related activity. It could be a membership to a gym. It could be a ski pass or meditation sessions. And we've also been doing a series of panels, largely stemming from our DEI initiatives. When you're in any kind of a stressful environment and your employees are remote, there's an added challenge there because they don't have that in person outlet. We're doing an event around managing holiday stress. We also have a mental health expert coming in to talk to the entire company, looking for the signs and symptoms of any kind of mental distress.”Marjorie shares how building a remote workforce helps build a more diverse and inclusive culture within Openly. “We don't have geographical limitations when hiring, so that goes a long way. We built out our DEI programme this year. We started with a panel for International Women's Day. 10 female leaders across the business, came and talked about their...

How would you approach your team members for feedback in a remote environment? Ben Grynol and Michael ‘Miz' Mizrahi discuss how Levels team members give and receive feedback, the types of feedback we focus on, and suggest when to give feedback in real-time in a remote and async environment. Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://levels.link/itc⁠⁠⁠⁠ Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on Levels - Inside the Company, where we have in-depth conversations about how the Levels startup team builds a movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Today, John Duisberg sits down with Seth Bartholomew, the Head of Employee Experience at Chronosphere. With a rich background in People leadership roles at top companies such as Huly, Disney, and FabFitFun, Seth has a unique perspective on how to create thriving company cultures and empower employees to truly flourish. Discover how Chronosphere operationalizes company values across different geographies and time zones, while maintaining a welcoming, remote-first environment. You'll also learn about the importance of intentionality in acquiring and retaining talent, the role of data in crafting better employee experiences, and the critical best practices shared in Chronosphere's Remote-First Playbook. Tune in to hear Seth and John's conversation about helping your organization and people flourish in a remote-first work environment.   Don't forget to join our leadership community at thegreatretention.com to stay informed about upcoming events and other helpful content designed to help you go further as a people-first leader and develop a winning culture, everywhere your leadership influence reaches.    Resources related to this episode Visit https://chronosphere.io/ Follow Seth Bartholomew at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbartholomew/ Referenced during today's episode: https://www.donut.com/   Credits Theme Music

We talk about the myths around remote work, how do we build the right culture at the company & deep dive into tons of challenges that becomes excuses for many to call their employees back to office. Some of the points we discussed include:Building the right cultureGrowing the team remotelyOffsites or no offsitedCross team collaborationGlobal complianceAsynchronous workI first met Job years ago during his time at Gitlab - it's one of the OG remote work companies, probably one of the first few who scaled to more than 1000+ employees all remote. Job has been building remote companies for a while now & I enjoyed every bit of our conversation - I'm sure you will too!

Vanesa Cotlar, VP of People & Culture at PolicyMe, joined us on The Modern People Leader.   She shared how to get executive buy-in on people team hires you plan to make, what goes into building culture in a remote-first environment, and how to build trust remotely.  ---- This episode was brought to you by CandorIQ. Learn more here. ---- (2:25) Good news stories (7:52) Vanesa's career journey (12:54) How being a founder has helped her as a People Leader (15:26) What PolicyMe does (17:25) Employee choice & AI in HR (21:12) Experimenting with ChatGPT (29:35) What's keeping her up at night (31:05) Getting executive buy-in on hires you plan to make for the people team (see original post) (32:35) Her “if I had time, I'd do it” list (38:16) Building a good culture in a remote-first environment (41:55) The 12 events PolicyMe has per year (47:48) The importance of collecting feedback on a regular cadence (50:35) Building trust in a remote-first environment (56:15) Her advice to the one-person HR teams out there (59:30) Rapid fire questions ----

Ever wondered why inclusion matters in the workplace? Get ready for a transformative ride as we unleash a brand new season of She+ Geeks Out with Mita Mallick, Head of Inclusion, Equity, and Impact at CARTA and author of the new book Reimagining Inclusion! We unpack Mita's journey from feeling excluded during her formative years to becoming an influential leader, debunking prevalent myths that inhibit progress in creating a more inclusive workspace.Mita offers practical tips for creating a more inclusive workplace and debunks prevalent myths that stand in the way of progress. Listen in as we discuss everything from the complexities of allyship and the importance of sponsorship, to the potential of hybrid work driving inclusion, and the power of authentic apologies.Grab Mita's book, Reimagining Inclusion: Debunking 13 Myths to Transform Your WorkplaceFollow Mita and Dee C. Marshall's podcast, Brown Table TalkFind Mita on  LinkedInEpisode Breakdown:(0:00:07) - Season 4 Welcome and IntroductionWe discuss goals to make the world brighter, YouTube, darkness and pain, and self-care for balance.(0:03:34) - Inclusion and LeadershipMita Mallick shares her journey from exclusion to inclusion, offering practical tips and her book's success in the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller lists.(0:11:27) - Navigating Discomfort and Inclusion in ConversationsMita shares experiences of exclusion, challenges to traditional leadership, and navigating conversations without answers.(0:18:09) - Navigating Allyship and Inclusion in CrisisWe discuss allyship complexities, tangible receipts, individual conversations, and joy to counter grief.(0:28:06) - Busting Myths and Reimagining InclusionWe bust meritocracy myths, explore remote-first companies, and discuss complexities of allyship.(0:35:16) - Hybrid Work and Importance of SponsorshipMita breaks down how hybrid work drives inclusion and why sponsorship is so important.(0:47:56) - Authentic Apologies and the State of DEIApologizing, admitting mistakes, allyship, DEI, and hybrid work discussed to drive inclusion. Visit us at shegeeksout.com to stay up to date on all the ways you can make the workplace work for everyone!

This month, we're hosting a mini-series on “Hybrid Work & Company Culture'' where we'll be sharing what we've learned from speaking to tech companies like HP and HubSpot on whether or not hybrid work is killing company culture.     We have been discussing the importance of equity in a hybrid workplace, how to equip leaders for remote-first or hybrid teams, and how flexible working and company culture strategies go hand-in-hand with DEI, plus actionable ideas we've been sharing with our client partners to support employees in a remote or hybrid work environment.    In this final episode of our series, we go over how our roundtable participants explained how they've come to rely on different platforms to maintain employee engagement and morale, foster a sense of community, and facilitate company culture initiatives. Our discussion highlighted the wide range of company-led and employee-led initiatives to support community-building among distributed team members.   If you want to read more about our Executive Roundtable findings, we're pleased to announce the release of our latest whitepaper,  “Is hybrid work killing company culture?” You can download a copy on our website at inclusioninprogress.com/learn or  head to the link in the show notes to grab your copy. In This Episode: [3:11] The importance of tech platforms for culture. [6:42] How hybrid work will affect equity and advancement. [8:17] Company culture initiatives that support psychological safety. [11:14] How to better manage psychological safety in a hybrid workplace? [13:12] Flexible working and company culture strategies.   Links: info@inclusionandprogress.com  www.inclusioninprogress.com/podcast www.linkedin.com/company/inclusion-in-progress   Sign up for our July 2023 podcast mini-series: “Hybrid Work & Company Culture”. Download our 2023 Executive Roundtable Findings. Want us to partner with you on building more inclusive distributed work? Get in touch to learn how we can tailor our services to your company's DEI and remote work initiatives. Read our Forbes features on Ways to Support Employee Mental Wellbeing, What Self Care Looks Like For Us, and How to Create Effective Online Diversity Training. Learn how to leave a review for the podcast.   Content Disclaimer The information contained above is provided for information purposes only. The contents of this article, video or audio are not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of this article, video or audio. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of this article, video or audio. Inclusion in Progress disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of this article, video or audio. Disclaimer: Some of these links are for products and services offered by the podcast creator.  

Listen in as John and Chris reminisce about their personal experiences with the skateboarding scene, emphasizing the joy it brought them. They express gratitude for the positive direction it provided them in life, away from potential pitfalls like crime or drugs. The discussion delves into the importance of open communication and other leadership strategies, the benefits of a streamlined work process become evident. Chris Gwinn is the Founder & CEO of Great Lakes Advisory. Chris built his company around standardizing operating procedures, leadership development, documenting processes, instructional design, training, and getting everyone aligned. He has successfully implemented a 100% remote team, increased productivity, and promoted autonomy with his employees. Chapters: 00:04:09 Finding Joy In Skateboarding Despite Limited Skill Level 00:09:50 A Remote-first Company With Nationwide Coverage 00:11:41 Importance Of Leadership Messaging In Implementing Change 00:13:12 Enhancing Employee Motivation And Perspective For Improved Work-life Balance 00:18:16 Prioritizing Consistency In Daily Processes For Maximum ROI 00:19:23 The Importance Of Process Documentation And KPI Training In Scaling A Business 00:25:52 Streamlining Processes And Training For Improved Efficiency 00:31:01 Free Consultations And Complimentary Guidance At Great Lakes Advisory Links Mentioned: The Website Chris on Twitter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn John Kelley Online Beefy Marketing Small Business Origins Wingman

(0:00) Intro(1:14) Welcome back, Keith(5:35) Hating OKRs(10:03) On making decisions(14:09) Not believing in remote work(17:33) Social Issues in the Workplace(19:00) What is the role of a VC?(22:08) Thinking about what can go right(29:35) The "why you" in a potential investment(34:28) Fitting the founder to the story(37:59) The most successful founders are trending older(43:21) The firm brand at Founders Fund(47:57) Lessons learned from Keith's only five bosses in his career(55:48) Thoughts on AI(59:36) Artificial Intelligence in China(1:03:23) What is your most contrarian view today?(1:06:56) On Elon & using Twitter Show Notes:https://twitter.com/raboishttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fQHLK1aIBshttps://delian.io/lessons-3 Mixed and edited: Justin HrabovskyProduced: Rashad AssirExecutive Producer: Josh MachizMusic: Griff Lawson