Best Telework Podcasts (2024)

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WLP362 Bonding and Bridging - plus Reading and Listening Recommendations 51:23

1h ago51:23

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We are joined by regular guest Theresa Hollema who has been doing some thinking with host Pilar Orti on the topic of Bonding within remote teams, versus Bridging, where team members create bonds with other parts of the organisation. Plus, Theresa has her own reading and listening recommendations to add to Pilar’s. You can connect with Theresa on Li…

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From copper to coax to fiber: The future is now for lightning-fast internet 27:51

10h ago27:51

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On today’s podcast – we welcome back a great guest from Season 4, the CEO of Fiber Fast Homes, a company that works directly with real estate developers and builders to connect homes and rental buildings to lightning-fast internet. Learn about the importance of pre-wiring new homes, whether MDUs or single-family developments, and why it is becoming…

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Transforming Wellness: Tegan Bukowski’s Vision for a Healthier Remote Workforce - ep. 090 45:49

7h ago45:49

45:49

Send us a Text Message. What a lively and insightful episode! Hosts Rick Haney and Kaleem Clarkson chat with Tegan Bukowski, the innovative co-founder and CEO of WellSet. Tegan's unique upbringing set the stage for her extraordinary journey, beginning with her formative years living on a 34-foot powerboat in Puget Sound, Washington. This unconventi…

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Laughing Through Remote Work: Jamie Jackson's Humorous Adventures - ep. 089 11:18

8d ago11:18

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Send us a Text Message. In our latest episode of Not Safe for Remote Work, Rick and Kaleem had the pleasure of chatting with Jamie Jackson, who wears multiple hats as the Chief Meme Officer at Humorous Misery, LLC, and co-host of the popular HR Besties podcast. Jamie brought her trademark humor and wit, sharing delightful anecdotes from her experie…

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Business Owners and Parking: It’s Complicated! 48:36

9d ago48:36

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During street redesigns, business owners are often portrayed as preferring car parking over safe streets. But their takes are more nuanced, so let's chat with some! Attributions Our theme song is Tanz den Dobberstein, and our interstitial song is Puck’s Blues. Both tracks used by permission of their creator, Erik Brandt. Find out more about his ban…

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WLP361 Can Chatbots Affect Connection in Remote Teams? 51:33

13d ago51:33

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A new player has entered the field in the world of work: generative AI. As remote teams increasingly rely on asynchronous communication, have AI chatbots become go-to resources for quick answers and idea validation? What does this mean for our workplace relationships and social skills? Maya Middlemiss and Pilar Orti discuss! For more detailed show …

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Weathering the storm: How we can better protect our digital infrastructure 38:41

15d ago38:41

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On today’s episode of the Connected Nation Podcast, we tackle what can be done to mitigate threats to our nation’s internet networks – during natural disasters including an increase in cyberthreats. We invite on leadership from Windstream Enterprise about the unique approach the company takes to stave off bad weather and bad actors during difficult…

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Navigating the Digital Frontier with Jeff Frick: Insights on Remote Work and Media Innovation - ep. 088 45:44

14d ago45:44

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Send us a Text Message. In our latest episode, Rick and Kaleem dive into a multifaceted conversation with Jeff Frick, the Founder and Principal of Menlo Creek Media and host of the "Turn the Lens" and "Work 20XX" podcasts. A distinguished professional with experience at major companies like Mitsubishi and Intel, Jeff is a remote work visionary! He …

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Tackling the Digital Divide in one of America's least digitally connected cities 36:06

15d ago36:06

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In 2019, it was estimated that Detroit was the least connected city in the U.S. with greater than 100,000 households.* On this episode of Connected Nation, we take you to a special event held in the heart of Detroit that’s getting the city one step closer to changing that statistic for good. Related links: eero Nonprofit partners: Digitunity | Huma…

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Ashley Herd's Wild Remote Work Adventure: Facing a Giant! - ep. 087 12:16

22d ago12:16

12:16

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to our first Not Safe For Remote Work (NSFRW) segment! Here, employees at all levels share their most outrageous moments while working remotely. Today's episode features Ashley Herd, an attorney with an impressive career history. Having worked for McKinsey and Kentucky Fried Chicken, she is currently the founder and …

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Legislative Session Wrap-up 2024 43:28

24d ago43:28

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This was our second year with a DFL trifecta, let's check in with a few transportation and land use advocacy organizations to find out what we accomplished and what is on the horizon for next year! Episode chapters 00:00 | Intro 00:53 | Sustain St Paul & Neighbors for More Neighbors 23:16 | Sierra Club Blog post 25:12 | Our Streets Blog post 29:55 …

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WLP360 Remote and Beyond: A New Landscape for the World of Work 35:07

27d ago35:07

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Host Pilar Orti talks to Henry O'Loughlin, founder of Buildremote. As he shares his journey from running a fully remote marketing agency to creating Buildremote, Henry discusses the pitfalls many companies faced during the pandemic and how his experience led him to develop a "remote operating system" playbook. The conversation evolves into a though…

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On the road: 2024 Govtech Digital Government Summit (Part 3) 38:59

28d ago38:59

38:59

The Connected Nation Podcast wrapping up from Lexington, Kentucky at the 2024 Govtech Digital Government Summit. In the final installment of our coverage, Jessica Denson speaks with the SLED East Director from Socure, a Kentucky State Senator, and the CIO of the Kentucky Department of Education. Visit the links below to listen to parts 1 and 2 of t…

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Harnessing AI for Remote Sales Success: Insights from Zinnia's CEO Lauren Goodell - ep. 086 39:10

29d ago39:10

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Send us a Text Message. In the latest episode of the Remotely One podcast, co-hosts Rick Haney and Kaleem Clarkson welcome the incredible Lauren Goodell, founder and CEO of Zinnia, an AI-powered sales preparation tool. Lauren's journey is fascinating, from her Nebraska roots, with a marketing degree from the University of Nebraska, to her current r…

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On the road: 2024 Govtech Digital Government Summit (Part 2) 19:47

29d ago19:47

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The Connected Nation Podcast checking back in from Lexington, Kentucky at the 2024 Govtech Digital Government Summit. In today's second episode, Jessica Denson welcomes on a Editorial Director for Content Spaces for Govtech, a GIS Analyst with TechSystems, and the IT Director for the Louisville Metro Government. Check out our socials this week to l…

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On the road: 2024 Govtech Digital Government Summit (Part 1) 20:20

29d ago20:20

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The Connected Nation Podcast is back on the road today in Lexington, Kentucky at the 2024 Govtech Digital Government Summit. In this episode, our host, Jessica Denson, speaks with the Executive Director of State Programs at Connected Nation, the CIO of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government, and an account executive at Dynatrace. Stay tuned …

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Stories From Those Aboard The Borealis 59:08

1M ago59:08

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The Borealis is the first new Amtrak service Minnesota has had since the 80's. Let's chat with some of the people riding on opening day to find out what this train means to them! Episode chapters 00:00 | Intro 07:38 | Jeffrey Mack & Felecia Thomas Mack 11:11 | Lillaia Christiansen 16:03 | Brandon Maurisak 24:12 | Kadence Kushnir 34:04 | Angel Morri…

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WLP359 We Geek Out on GenAI and May Recommendations 1:01:12

1M ago1:01:12

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In today’s episode, Pilar Orti welcomes regular guest Mark Kilby onto the show, to find out how he’s using generative AI. They share their personal experiences, preferences, and cautionary tales surrounding various AI tools. Plus, they have plenty of reading, listening and tool recommendations for you this month! Recorded on 24 April 2024, so some …

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Optimizing Flexibility and Productivity in Remote Work with Phase2 CEO Jeff Walpole - ep. 085 36:59

1M ago36:59

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Send us a Text Message. In the latest episode of the "Remotely One" podcast, Jeff Walpole, CEO of Phase2, joins hosts Rick and Kaleem for an engaging chat about the evolution and future of remote and hybrid work environments. The entertaining exchange delves into Jeff's extensive experience managing hybrid teams and offers valuable lessons for orga…

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Discussing project management with the company "future-proofing" their customers 23:37

2M ago23:37

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Today, we are joined by Sitetracker’s leadership about the delivery on that promise with what the company has dubbed a “future proof platform.” When it comes to building new telecommunications and internet infrastructure – there are a lot of moving parts. What if you could better predict when to scale up resources to complete jobs faster, more effi…

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Remote Coaching Dynamics: The Journey to Clarity with Redhook CEO Brie-Ann Forhecz - ep. 084 12:32

2M ago12:32

12:32

Send us a Text Message. Join us for an exciting new episode of the Remotely One podcast, broadcasting from the Tandem booth at the Transform HR conference in Las Vegas! Our host, Kaleem Clarkson, was thrilled to welcome guest Brie-Ann Forhecz, Founder and CEO of Redhook Coaching. Hailing from the Jersey Shore and now based in Manhattan, Brie-Ann br…

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WLP358 The Birth of Telework and The Persistent Quest for Change by Jack Nilles 44:21

2M ago44:21

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Today’s show notes are a little bit different. We’d like to keep Jack’s story in his own words as much as possible, so we’re sharing a polished version of the transcript over at: https://www.virtualnotdistant.com/podcasts /jack-nilles-telework Talking to our host Pilar Orti, Jack takes us on a journey through the very early days of telecommuting, s…

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A Candid Conversation About Urban Canids 46:09

2M ago46:09

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There is far more wildlife living in our cities than many humans realize. Meet a couple University of Minnesota researchers studying urban foxes and coyotes! Links Twin Cities Coyote and Fox Project (TCCFP) Urban Coyotes | Minnesota DNR Mapping habitat use and disease of urban carnivores Living With The Coyotes Among Us | Streets.mn Attributions Ou…

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Beyond the Office Blueprint for Remote Productivity and Team Cohesion with CoderPad CEO Amanda Richardson - ep. 083 38:15

2M ago38:15

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Send us a Text Message. Join us this week for an engaging conversation with Amanda Richardson, CEO of CoderPad as she sits down with hosts Rick and Kaleem to discuss her career journey and the nuances of remote work. Amanda's path into product management was sparked by a challenge from her company's CTO, igniting her passion for problem-solving. Wi…

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#172 - IRS vs. DOD: Diverse Strategies in Teleworking and Employee Management 30:58

2M ago30:58

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In the latest episode of "Team Anywhere," hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into contemporary challenges in organizational cultures, specifically focusing on human-centric leadership. They discuss the contrasting telework policies of the IRS and DOD, highlighting the DOD’s push towards flexible work arrangements to attract talent and stay co…

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Inside the 2024 Broadband Communities Summit (Part Four) 36:33

2M ago36:33

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The Connected Nation podcast is back covering the 2024 Broadband Communities Summit in The Woodlands, Texas. The event serves as a hub of collaboration and innovation for some of the biggest names in broadband, all working towards a shared mission of closing the Digital Divide. In our final installment of the summit, Jessica is joined by leadership…

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Inside the 2024 Broadband Communities Summit (Part Three) 20:19

2M ago20:19

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Today, the Connected Nation podcast is back covering the 2024 Broadband Communities Summit in The Woodlands, Texas. The event serves as a hub of collaboration and innovation for some of the biggest names in broadband, all working towards a shared mission of closing the Digital Divide. On today's second episode, you'll hear from one company that's h…

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Inside the 2024 Broadband Communities Summit (Part Two) 18:29

2M ago18:29

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Today, the Connected Nation podcast is back covering the 2024 Broadband Communities Summit in The Woodlands, Texas. The event serves as a hub of collaboration and innovation for some of the biggest names in broadband, all working towards a shared mission of closing the Digital Divide. On today's episode, we talk with the head of the USDA's Rural Ut…

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Remote Feedback Essentials with The Leadership Consortium’s Kristin Smith - ep. 082 13:14

2M ago13:14

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Send us a Text Message. Join us for an engaging episode of the Remotely One podcast as Kaleem Clarkson sits down with Kristin Smith, Director of Business Development at The Leadership Consortium, live from the Transform HR conference in Las Vegas, where they share valuable insights around feedback in a remote work setting. Originally from Cleveland…

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Inside the 2024 Broadband Communities Summit (Part One) 32:13

2M ago32:13

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This week, the Connected Nation podcast is on the road covering the 2024 Broadband Communities Summit in The Woodlands, Texas. The event serves as a hub of collaboration and innovation for some of the biggest names in broadband, all working towards a shared mission of closing the Digital Divide. On today's episode, Jessica Denson welcomes on a vari…

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WLP357 Team Narratives, Harnessing Technology and Social Learning 44:59

2M ago44:59

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In this episode, Pilar interviews Jaap Linssen, the founder of OrangeTrail, a company that helps organisations navigate change and adopt new ways of working. Jaap has been helping people in organisations collaborate and communicate through harnessing the power of technology since 2011. Through Jaap’s examples, they talk about asking questions to dr…

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Empowering education: The role of assistive technology 46:34

2M ago46:34

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On today’s episode of the Connected Nation Podcast, we focus on important guidance provided by the US Department of Education regarding the use of assistive technology devices and services for children with disabilities. We are joined by the woman who leads the office that provides that guidance – about the facts and the myths - that surround the u…

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Teaching Delight Through Poetry 44:16

2M ago44:16

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Once a year, the residents of Uptown are delighted by preschoolers walking around the neighborhood, handing out poems they wrote. Let's meet the teachers behind the tradition! Episode chapters 00:00 | Intro 03:00 | Teachers Julia & Claire 34:52 | The Parklet 41:08 | Poems 43:11 | Outro Attributions Our theme song is Tanz den Dobberstein, and our in…

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Back to the Future: The Origin of 'Telework' with Jack Nilles in 1973 - ep. 081 49:52

2M ago49:52

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Send us a Text Message. In this captivating podcast episode, we're treated to an engaging interview with Jack Nilles, the esteemed CEO of JALA International, Inc., affectionately known as the "father of telework and telecommuting." With a global reputation as an applied futurist and consultant, Nilles has spearheaded award-winning telework programs…

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#171 - The Role of Joy in Attracting and Retaining Gen Z Workers 31:32

2M ago31:32

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In this episode of Team Anywhere, hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into the increasing need for human-centric leadership, particularly for Gen Z who seek purposeful work. They highlight how 54% of Gen Z workers feel disengaged, urging leaders to infuse joy into the workplace to retain young talent. Through frameworks like Task Relevant Matu…

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WLP356 April Monthly Reading and Listening (and Watching!) Recommendations 53:22

3M ago53:22

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We’ve struggled this month to create a collection around remote work, so we’ve gone a bit “around the edges” - but it’s still all relevant to our audience. There is much content around hybrid work at the moment, and it tends to have more of a “how to” angle to it , so we often give it a miss. So, please send through anything you think we might add …

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Green Tech Innovations and HR Strategies with Mojave Energy Systems Director of HR Susanne Kleveros - ep. 080 12:54

3M ago12:54

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Send us a Text Message. Join us in this episode recorded live at the Transform HR conference in Last Vegas! This time host Kaleem Clarkson and guest Susanne Kleveros share valuable insights around feedback in a remote work setting. Straight from Malmo, Sweden, and with over 12 years of experience in HR management, Susanne has an impressive backgrou…

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WLP355 Career Pivots, Team Connections and Work Life Identity 41:51

3M ago41:51

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In today’s episode, Pilar Orti interviews Amale Ghalbouni, a former executive strategy director turned coach. Amale shares her experiences navigating career pivots, rediscovering purpose, and helping individuals and teams foster deep human connections. They talk about the changing nature of work, and the importance of preventing burnout. Find out m…

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Nearly $43B for broadband: How CN helps states track broadband spending 39:06

3M ago39:06

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On this episode of Connected Nation (CN), we explore how CN's Engineering and Technical Services team is helping states monitor broadband infrastructure builds and, most importantly, verifying that the billions of dollars set aside to help the most underconnected Americans are spent as promised. Related links: Learn more about CN's services by clic…

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The Power of Cognitive Biases in Remote Work: Lessons from Dr. Gleb Tsipursky - ep. 079 44:13

3M ago44:13

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Send us a Text Message. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of remote work success and revolutionize your decision-making processes? Join hosts Rick Haney and Kaleem Clarkson as they welcome the acclaimed "Office Whisperer" and "Hybrid Expert" Dr. Gleb Tsipursky to the latest episode of Remotely One. As a behavioral scientist and the CEO of Disaste…

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Inside Bemidji's Plan To Attract Teleworkers 56:01

3M ago56:01

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Early in the pandemic, Bemidji offered to pay teleworkers to move there. Let's take a trip up north to find out how it went! Links 218 Relocate Similar program in Tulsa Paul Bunyan Communications Attributions Our theme song is Tanz den Dobberstein, and our interstitial song is Puck’s Blues. Both tracks used by permission of their creator, Erik Bran…

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#170 - Building Strong Culture in Hybrid Team Environments 33:35

3M ago33:35

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In this episode of “Team Anywhere,” hosts Mitch Simon and Brett Putter delve into the essential role of human-centric leadership in remote work. They uncover how the best remote managers serve as facilitators and coaches, nurturing environments where individuals thrive autonomously. Emphasizing the shift in workers' roles, they discuss Brett's Insp…

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Innovative solutions for underserved populations: A conversation with Kwikbit Internet's CEO 45:04

3M ago45:04

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On today's two guest episode we are first joined by Joe Costello, the founder and CEO of Kwikbit Internet – an internet service provider with a mission to help some of the most underserved populations in the country. Learn how the company is focusing on bringing access to everyone from rural communities to inner city households – by using what it c…

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Step into the Ring: Empowering Remote Teams Through Trauma-Informed Leadership with Stephanie Lemek - ep. 078 12:11

3M ago12:11

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Send us a Text Message. Stephanie Lemek, the Founder and CEO of The Wounded Workforce, brought her extensive HR expertise and unexpected background as a boxing referee and judge delving into her profound People Relations acumem in this episode that was recorded live at the Transform HR conference in Last Vegas! Join host Kaleem Clarkson and our gue…

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Unlocking telehealth potential: State policy spotlight 40:17

3M ago40:17

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A recently released report examines how states are approaching reforms to telehealth laws – from allowing access to specialists across borders to creating more flexibility for innovation. On today's installment of the Connected Nation podcast, we’ll talk with one of the co-authors of the research project – which provides a report card of sorts on h…

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How VC’s Are Transforming Startups Remotely with SignalFire’s Heather Doshay - ep. 077 48:20

3M ago48:20

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Send us a Text Message. In our latest episode of the Remotely One podcast, our hosts dive deep into the world of remote work, exploring its challenges and successes within startups, especially during the pandemic. Joining us for this insightful discussion is the remarkable Heather Doshay, Partner at SignalFire, renowned Doctorate in Leadership hold…

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Statewide Conversations From The Bike/Walk Summit 53:18

3M ago53:18

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We took the opportunity at BikeMN's summit on capitol hill to chat with activists from across the state about cycling in their communities. Episode Chapters 00:00 | Intro 00:46 | Alice Tibbetts, Duluth 15:46 | Ben Scheidel, Mankato 33:04 | The Parklet 34:23 | Glen Kajewski and Andy Miller, Thief River Falls 52:21 | Outro Attributions Our theme song…

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#169 - The Hybrid Work Revolution: Balancing Family, Work, and Connection 31:29

3M ago31:29

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In this episode of Team Anywhere, Mitch and Brett highlight the critical role of human-centric leadership in thriving hybrid workplaces. Brett Putter reveals how connectedness is fostered through strategic structures rather than just physical presence. Focusing on emotional proximity, they explore one-on-one meetings as a trust-building tool and th…

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WLP354 What's Going On: Experiments in Networking 1:00:12

4M ago1:00:12

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Maya and Pilar discuss some of the ways in which remote workers are networking. And very special guest Matt Ballantine shares his experiment “100 coffees”. Recorded on 21 March 2024. To get in touch, head over to https://www.virtualnotdistant.com/contact-us Maya shares a recent event she ran as part of Remote Work Europe, with Ali Meehan on “speed …

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Feedback Matters: Tandem's Co-Founders Discuss Remote Feedback Strategies - ep. 076 17:25

4M ago17:25

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Send us a Text Message. Explore the dynamic landscape of remote work with Melissa Miller, Co-Founder and COO, and Lauren Humphrey, Co-Founder and CEO at Tandem, in this episode that was recorded live at the Transform HR conference in Last Vegas. Join host Kaleem Clarkson and our guests as they share valuable insights around feedback in a remote wor…

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