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Episode 41 | Scaling People and Not Just Profit with Dr. Lakila Bowden
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS DR. LAKILA BOWDEN Dr. Lakila Bowden explores the challenges and opportunities in blended workforces, emphasizing collaboration among traditional employees, contractors, and technology. She highlights the value of...
Episode 126 | Critical Behaviors That Foster a Civil Workplace with Stephen Paskoff
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS STEPHEN PASKOFF. Stephen discusses the importance of creating civil, respectful workplaces. He shares real-life examples from high-stakes environments where fear of speaking up led to serious consequences. Stephen...
Episode 125 | A Blueprint for Revitalizing and Transforming Teams with Marilyn Rosa-Green
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS MARILYN ROSA-GREEN. In this conversation, Marilyn explores leadership challenges in manufacturing. She stresses the need for careful talent selection and a supportive environment to combat burnout, identifying...
Episode 40 | Using Blended Workforces to Drive Millions in Revenue with Geoffrey Toffetti
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS GEOFFREY TOFFETTI. Geoffrey discusses Frontline Performance Group's shift to a SaaS model driven by efficiency goals, COVID-19's impact, and the need for scalability. He outlines the benefits and challenges of blended...
Episode 124 | The Leadership Illusion That’s Costing You Talent with Dr. Tajiri Brackens
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS DR. TAJIRI BRACKENS. In this conversation, Dr. Tajiri introduces the Oz Experience, a leadership program inspired by the movie The Wiz, using its characters to illustrate teamwork and leadership lessons. She emphasizes...
Episode 123 | The Four Faces of Frustration with Andrew Oxley
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS ANDREW OXLEY. Andrew highlights how COVID-19 accelerated shifts from traditional workshops to more impactful leadership development. Andrew discusses rising employee expectations, particularly among younger generations,...
Episode 122 | How Improv Skills Drive Exceptional Leadership with Kristen Brun Sharkey
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS KRISTEN BRUN SHARKEY. In this episode, Kristen explains how improv combats impostor syndrome, sharpens decision-making, and fosters innovation. She stresses the value of interactive, reflective coaching sessions and the...
Episode 121 | How a Start-up Mindset Can Overcome Failures with Pascal Yammine
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS PASCAL YAMMINE. In this episode, we discuss the complexities of pricing in the business world and Pascal Yammine’s approaches to leadership. He emphasizes the importance of agility in pricing strategies in today's...
Episode 39 | Grow or Die: Taking Advantage of Global Talent with Pranav Dalal
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS PRANAV DALAL. Pranav explores topics such as leveraging global talent, offshoring benefits, post-COVID workforce strategies, and the importance of corporate culture. Pranav offers insights on scaling businesses and...
Episode 120 | Reimaging Companies as Living Organizations with Norman Wolfe
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS NORMAN WOLFE. Norman shares insights on transforming businesses through his concept of the "living organization." He explains that 70% of organizations fail to meet strategic goals despite abundant leadership wisdom....
Episode 119 | How Confidence Can Transform Trauma to Triumph with Sheena Yap Chan
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS SHEENA YAP CHAN. Sheena discusses the challenges women face in building confidence, including societal pressures, cultural traditions, and personal traumas. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity, resilience, and...
Episode 38 | Understanding Freebirds: Why Independent Work is Soaring with Miles Everson
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS MILES EVERSON. Miles introduces the "Free Birds" concept, emphasizing independent thinking and authenticity in today's workforce. He highlights independent professionals' challenges, such as regulatory issues, and...
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