Best Virtual Bench Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Soaring to New Heights: Lillian Parker's Skydiving Adventure 29:55

1M ago29:55

29:55

Episode #68 - Hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the joy of chatting with the remarkable Lillian Parker, a resident at The Village of Riverside Glen in Guelph, who has an extraordinary story to share. Lillian is a true thrill-seeker. She recently went skydiving and described the experience as "fantastic" and "better than a bird." Even tho…

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Curling, Chicken Coops, and Counting Blessings with Murray Woods 40:14

2M ago40:14

40:14

Episode #67 - Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of speaking with Murray Woods, a man with a wealth of life experiences and wisdom (Recorded at The Village of Arbour Trails in Guelph). Murray, born in 1932 on a farm in Dufferin County, shared vivid memories from his childhood, including a daring ride on the back of a car at the age…

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Confronting Ageism with Ashton Applewhite 42:46

2M ago42:46

42:46

Episode #66 - Hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle delve into the pervasive issue of ageism with renowned author and activist Ashton Applewhite. The discussion opens with personal anecdotes from Kathy and Evelyn, who share their experiences of ageism in professional and personal settings, highlighting its subtle yet impactful presence in everyd…

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Family, Hobbies and Embracing Technology with Emily Jarratt 35:35

3M ago35:35

35:35

Episode #65 - In this inspiring episode, hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of speaking with the remarkable Emily Jarratt, who at 99 years old, shared her rich tapestry of life experiences with us. Emily joins us from The Village of Tansley Woods retirement in Burlington. Emily, originally from England, moved to Canada in 195…

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Stories from the Green Bench Trailer 1:25

3M ago1:25

1:25

Subscribe, rate, and review our podcast on any network and share your thoughts on social media using the #ElderWisdom tag to help others find us. ----more---- The Green Bench is a symbol of elder wisdom. Physically or virtually, the bench invites us all to sit alongside a senior, share a conversation, or give and offer advice. It challenges the sti…

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Scones, Hugs and Building Relationships with Rob Dore and Shirley 28:06

3M ago28:06

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Episode #64 - Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of chatting with two very special guests, Shirley, a resident at The Village of Glendale Crossing in London, and Rob Dore, chaplain and baking aficionado of the community. Shirley shared her journey of moving into the village to avoid the risks of living alone in a townhouse. Known a…

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Embracing Compassion with Royal Hamel 36:14

4M ago36:14

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Episode #63 - In this heartfelt episode of #ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green Bench, Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of conversing with the inspiring Royal Hamel from The Village of Winston Park in Kitchener. Royal, who we met at the Schlegel Village Operational Planning Conference in Niagara Falls (Bonus LIVE Episode), share…

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Who You Are is How You Lead, with Rachel Rider 24:59

5M ago24:59

24:59

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Rachel Rider about her book, Who You Are is How You Lead. Rachel Rider (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachellrider) founded MettaWorks in 2015 after a distinguished career in HR, receiving executive coaching certification from Columbia University, and extensive training in meditation, Somat…

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Using Virtual Reality for Upskilling and Professional Development, with Sophie Thompson 26:38

5M ago26:38

26:38

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Sophie Thompson about using virtual reality for upskilling and professional development. Sophie Thompson (www.linkedin.com/in/sophiethompsonvr) is the Co-founder and CEO of VirtualSpeech, an award-winning education platform that combines e-learning with practice exercises online and in vi…

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Using Reverse Mentoring to Bridge the Generational Divide in the Workforce, with Julie Noonan 24:44

5M ago24:44

24:44

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Julie Noonan about using reverse mentoring to bridge the generational divide in the workforce. Julie Noonan (www.linkedin.com/in/jnoonanconsulting) is an executive coach and change strategist working with organizations and their leaders to successfully ride the waves of change. Her specif…

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Using Septemics to Help Others at Work, with Jim Marshall 27:35

5M ago27:35

27:35

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jim Marshall about using Septemics to help others at work. Jim Marshall (http://linkedin.com/in/jim-marshall-b10982205) is a polymathic intellectual who has has devoted over 50,000 hours to the study and practice of multiple dimensions of human potential and development. He received a cla…

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Succession Planning - Growing Your Bench, with Robyn Clark 29:16

6M ago29:16

29:16

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Robyn Clark about succession planning and growing your bench. Robyn Clark (https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynrclark/) is the founder of WinningWise, an HR / Talent Management company and has worked with a wide range of companies from L’Oreal to the Federal Reserve Bank. She has more than 3…

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S47E24 - Getting in the Driver’s Seat of Your Own Career, with Randi Roberts 27:44

6M ago27:44

27:44

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Randi Roberts about getting in the driver’s seat of your own career. Executive and Career-Life Coach, Randi Roberts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/randi-roberts-28a8768/) is all about helping professionals become re-energized by their work and attain career fulfillment, without compromising…

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S47E23 - The Science Behind Why We Don’t Finish What We Start, with Tim Vandehey 31:52

6M ago31:52

31:52

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tim Vandehey about his book, Swipe: The Science Behind Why We Don't Finish What We Start. Tim Vandehey (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tvandehey) is a New York Times bestselling ghostwriter and co-author who's written 60+ books in genres like business, advice, parenting, and true crime. Chec…

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S47E22 - How to Gain Respect, Appreciation, and Your Team’s Support, with Jeffrey Klubeck 32:47

6M ago32:47

32:47

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jeffrey Klubeck about how to gain respect, appreciation, and your team's support. Jeffrey Klubeck is an upbeat and charismatic coach and consultant. He focuses on how to make businesses and entrepreneurs thrive while not losing a sense of what makes a company outstanding: leadership. Jeff…

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S47E21 - Going Beyond The Buzzword To Continuously Drive Growth, Improve The Bottom Line, And Enact Change, with Alex Goryachev 24:29

7M ago24:29

24:29

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Alex Goryachev about his book, FEARLESS INNOVATION: Going Beyond The Buzzword To Continuously Drive Growth, Improve The Bottom Line, And Enact Change. Alex Goryachev (linkedin.com/in/alexgoryachev), author of FEARLESS INNOVATION: Going Beyond The Buzzword To Continuously Drive Growth, Imp…

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S47E20 - The Strategy Legacy: How to Future-Proof a Business and Leave Your Mark, with Alex Brueckmann 26:53

7M ago26:53

26:53

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Alex Brueckmann about his book, The Strategy Legacy: How to Future-Proof a Business and Leave Your Mark. Alex Brueckmann (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderbrueckmann/) is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Strategy Legacy, and Secrets of Next Level Entrepreneurs. He is …

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The Employee-Centric Manager:8 Keys to People-Management Effectiveness, with Jack Wiley 25:49

7M ago25:49

25:49

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jack Wiley about his book, The Employee-Centric Manager, 8 keys to people-management effectiveness. Dr. Jack Wiley is an award-winning organizational psychologist, researcher, author and leadership consultant. He is the author of three books, most recently: The Employee-Centric Manager, 8…

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S47E19 - How To Develop Confidence and Lead Yourself First, with Bradley Hamner 30:29

7M ago30:29

30:29

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Bradley Hamner about how to develop confidence and lead yourself first. Bradley Hamner (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyhamner/), an entrepreneur with a tenacious drive, started his first business in 2009 against all odds. Overcoming initial challenges, he developed effective operating…

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S47E18 - The Science of Storytelling, with Richard Newman 24:27

7M ago24:27

24:27

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Richard Newman about the science of storytelling. Richard (https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardnewmanspeaks/) is the Founder of Body Talk. Over the past 22 years his team has trained over 120,000 business leaders around the world, to improve their communication and impact, including one cl…

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S47E17 - Why Leaders Must Prioritize Empathy and Belonging amid DEI Challenges, with Jerry Colonna 25:33

7M ago25:33

25:33

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jerry Colonna about why leaders must prioritize empathy and belonging amid DEI challenges. Jerry Colonna is a leading executive coach who uses the skills he learned as a venture capitalist to help entrepreneurs. He is a co-founder and CEO of Reboot, the executive coaching and leadership d…

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S47E16 - Why Transparency from the Top Down is Essential to Company Morale, with Peter Rahbar 28:37

8M ago28:37

28:37

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Peter Rahbar about why transparency from the top down is extremely important to company morale. Peter Rahbar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/prahbar/) is a workplace legal expert who guides clients through the most important decisions of their professional lives. After almost twenty years of…

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S47E15 - Cultivating a High-Performing Team Culture, with Kimberly Gerber 27:11

8M ago27:11

27:11

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Kimberly Gerber about cultivating a high-performing team culture. Kimberly Gerber (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlygerber) is the founder of Excelerate, an innovative leadership development firm specializing in coaching and training executives and their teams. For 30+ years, Kimberly …

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S47E14 - Real-Time and 3-Dimensional Leadership, with David Noble 27:12

8M ago27:12

27:12

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with David Noble about real-time and 3-dimensional leadership. David Noble (https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-noble-468222) is a coach and strategist who works with CEO’s and their teams, investors and star athletes. Named by Thinkers50 last month as one of the world’s top 8 coaches, he is als…

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S47E13 - Gig Work Trends and How Companies Can Leverage Gig Workers, While Being Fair, with Alex Atwood 26:24

8M ago26:24

26:24

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Alex Atwood about gig work trends and how companies can leverage gig workers, while being fair. Alex Atwood (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexatwood) has more than 20 years of experience as a serial entrepreneur, helming four startups in the hospitality and staffing space. He has fostered …

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S47E12 - The Role of XQ in Leadership, Teams, and Organizational Culture, with Soren Kaplan 25:16

9M ago25:16

25:16

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Soren Kaplan about the role of XQ in leadership, teams, and organizational culture. Soren Kaplan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sorenkaplan/) has been named as one of the world's top management experts and consultants by the Thinkers50 and Business Insider. He is a columnist for both Inc. M…

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People, Care, Quality: LIVE from Operational Planning 47:18

9M ago47:18

47:18

An exciting episode for you as hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of hosting a LIVE recording at the Schlegel Villages Operational Planning Conference in Niagara Falls, where we explored the theme of "People, Care, and Quality." First to join us on the Green Bench is Ann Baxter: Anne is a resident at The Village of Wentworth …

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S47E11 - Embracing Failure and Creating Psychological Safety, with Joe Schaeppi 30:10

9M ago30:10

30:10

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Joe Schaeppi about embracing failure and creating psychological safety. Joe Schaeppi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/schaeppi/) is a visionary in human cognition who wants to fundamentally change the way brands and audiences connect. As the CEO and founder of Solsten, an AI-powered tool for …

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S47E10 - Why Respect is the Critical Foundation for Inclusion, with Dr. Gena Cox 24:20

9M ago24:20

24:20

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dr. Gena Cox about why respect is the critical foundation for inclusion. Dr. Gena Cox (https://www.linkedin.com/in/genacox), CEO of Feels Human, LLC, is an organizational psychologist and executive coach who helps leaders optimize their impact and influence, make career pivots, and build …

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S47E18 - What to Do When Your Leaders Struggle to Perform, with Michael Teape 27:48

9M ago27:48

27:48

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Michael Teape about what to do when your leaders struggle to perform. Since 1994, Michael Teape (https://www.linkedin.com/in/teapetraining/) has been conducting business and personal effectiveness design and delivery training, coaching, train-the-trainer, and training strategy development…

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Tracing Roots and Learning Morse Code with John Hofstee 31:15

9M ago31:15

31:15

Episode #62 - Kathy Buckworth & Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of sitting down with John Hofstee, a remarkable individual from The Village of Riverside Glen in Guelph with a wealth of wisdom to share. From tracing his family roots in Holland and beyond to learning and engaging in conversations through Morse code and on the ham radio. Here are thre…

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S47E9 - Making TIME For Strategy, with Richard Medcalf 24:29

9M ago24:29

24:29

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Richard Medcalf about his book, Making TIME For Strategy. Richard Medcalf (https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardmedcalf/) describes himself as "what you get if you were to put a McKinsey consultant, a slightly unorthodox pastor and an entrepreneur into a blender". He is the founder of Xquad…

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S47E8 - The Challenges of Customer-Facing Teams in a Fully Remote or Hybrid Environment, with Richard White 24:26

10M ago24:26

24:26

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Richard White about the challenges of customer-facing teams in a fully remote or hybrid environment. Richard White (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rrwhite/) is founder and CEO of Fathom.video, a free app that records, transcribes & highlights your calls so you can focus on the conversation i…

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The Power of Pursuing Your Passions with Emily & Bob Leland 34:19

10M ago34:19

34:19

Episode #61 - Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle welcome two incredible individuals from The Village at University Gates in Waterloo, Bob and Emily Leland, who shared their passions, stories, and wisdom with us. Here are three key takeaways from this inspiring conversation: 1️⃣ The Power of Positivity: Bob and Emily emphasized the importance of mai…

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S47E7 - The Art of Self-Awareness and Maximizing One’s Impact on Those They Lead, with Brian Smith 26:21

10M ago26:21

26:21

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Brian Smith about the art of self-awareness and maximizing one's impact on those they lead. Brian Smith, PhD, (https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourbizdr/) stands at the helm of IA Business Advisors as its founder and senior managing partner. Having counseled over 20,000 global leaders, rangin…

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S47E6 - Creating a Culture of Transparency, with Alexandria Genetti 27:54

10M ago27:54

27:54

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Alexandria Genetti about creating a culture of transparency. Alexandria Genetti (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandria-genetti-12091387/) is a Global Human Resources Leader with extensive experience in managing every facet of the employee lifecycle, including designing and implementing e…

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From Malta to Canada: Esther Pulis’ Journey of Creativity and Family 33:45

10M ago33:45

33:45

Episode #60 - In this episode, Kathy Buckworth & Evelyn Brindle welcome Esther Pulis from The Village of Taunton Mills to the Green Bench to share captivating stories about her life in both Malta and Canada. Having immigrated from Malta to Canada in 1965, Esther already had some family members residing in Canada. Coming from a large family of six s…

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S47E5 - The Definitive Guide to Pay and Benefits: The Road to Systemic Rewards, with Kathi Enderes 28:52

10M ago28:52

28:52

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Kathi Enderes about the recent report from the Josh Bersin Company, The Definitive Guide to Pay and Benefits: The Road to Systemic Rewards. Kathi Enderes (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathienderes/) is Senior Vice President of Research and a global industry analyst at the human capital adv…

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S47E4 - How to be EPIC at Work ... Even When You Are Working Remotely, with Zander Sprague 29:45

11M ago29:45

29:45

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Zander Sprague about how to be EPIC at work...even when you are working remotely. Zander Sprague (https://www.linkedin.com/in/zandersprague/) is an internationally acclaimed public speaker, author, and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). His mission is to help millions of peo…

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Exploring the Importance of Attitude and Lifelong Learning with Barbara Sackett 33:40

11M ago33:40

33:40

Episode #59 - In this episode, Barbara Sackett from The Village of Wentworth Heights in Hamilton shares her wisdom and experiences that are sure to leave you inspired and motivated. Here are three takeaways from her conversation on the Green Bench with hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle. 1️⃣ Confidence is Key: Barbara opens up about her perso…

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S47E3 - Environmental, Social and Governance Report, with Lynnette Heath 27:48

11M ago27:48

27:48

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Lynnette Heath about nVent's Environmental, Social and Governance Report. Lynnette Heath (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnetteheath/)is nVent’s Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer and ESG People pillar executive sponsor. Prior to joining nVent, she was the Senior Vic…

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S47E2 - How Technology is Fundamentally Changing the Role of HR Professionals, with Saad Siddiqui 24:15

11M ago24:15

24:15

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Saad Siddiqui about how technology is fundamentally changing the role of HR professionals. Saad Siddiqui (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saadsiddiqu) is General Partner at Telstra Ventures, a San Francisco-based VC firm that incorporates data science and quantitative analysis of non-financia…

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S47E1 - L&D Buy-In for Talent Attraction and Retention, with John Morgan 31:06

11M ago31:06

31:06

In this HCL Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with John Morgan about the new LHH report on the key challenges to leadership development programs and creating L&D buy-in for talent attraction and retention. John Morgan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-paul-morgan-lhh/) is President of LHH’s Career Transition and Mobility and Leadershi…

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S46E30 - Learning to ”Fall and Fail Forward,” with Erin Marcus 32:11

11M ago32:11

32:11

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Erin Marcus about learning to "Fall and Fail Forward." Erin Marcus, Founder and CEO of Conquer Your Business is a former corporate executive turned entrepreneur, as well as powerlifter, animal activist, tattoo enthusiast and 5 ft badass. She has been mentoring, training, teaching and …

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S46E29 - Corporate Social Activism Demystified, with Eric Thomas and Bridgette McAdoo 31:34

11M ago31:34

31:34

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Eric Thomas and Bridgette McAdoo about how to demystify corporate social activism. Eric Thomas leads the DE&I practice at Genesys. He is charged with developing global programs that deliver progressive diversity and foster an inclusive culture throughout the company. He focuses on pro…

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Laughter and Wisdom: A Conversation with Granny Reynolds 35:22

11M ago35:22

35:22

Episode #58 - Hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle welcome social media sensation Bette Reynolds, also known as Granny Reynolds to the Green Bench. Bette shares her journey into the world of social media, which was influenced by her son, Stuart, a.k.a. Brittlestar. With her humor and wisdom, Granny Reynolds has become a favorite among viewers. …

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S46E28 - Creating a “Culture of Appreciation” in Your Organization, with Raphael Crawford-Marks 28:22

11M ago28:22

28:22

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Raphael Crawford-Marks about creating a “culture of appreciation” in your organization. Raphael Crawford-Marks (⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelcm/⁠) is the Founder and CEO of Bonusly, an enterprise platform that helps companies create high-performance, high-engagement workplaces.…

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S46E27 - Throwback Thursday - Marrying the Disciplines of Strategy and Leadership in the Service of Our Clients, with Richard Medcalf 34:42

11M ago34:42

34:42

In this "Throwback Thursday" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Richard Medcalf about marrying the disciplines of strategy and leadership in the service of our clients. Richard Medcalf (https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardmedcalf/) describes himself as "what you get if you were to put a McKinsey consultant, a slightly unorthodo…

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S46E26 - Crafting Your Personal Brand: Strategies for Communicating Your Unique Value Proposition 16:14

11M ago16:14

16:14

In this HCI Podcast episode. Dr. Jonathan H. Westover's AI assistant, Charlotte, reads his Human Capital Leadership article, "Crafting Your Personal Brand: Strategies for Communicating Your Unique Value Proposition." Read the full article here: https://www.innovativehumancapital.com/post/crafting-your-personal-brand-strategies-for-communicating-you…

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S46E25 - Navigating Remote Work Challenges: Strategies for Creating a Productive and Engaged Remote Workforce 13:09

11M ago13:09

13:09

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover's AI assistant, Charllote, reads his Human Capital Leadership article: "Navigating Remote Work Challenges: Strategies for Creating a Productive and Engaged Remote Workforce." Read the full article here: https://www.innovativehumancapital.com/post/navigating-remote-work-challenges-strategies-for-…

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