Best The Optimism Company from Simon Sinek Podcasts (2024)

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Achieving Breakthrough Moments with Dr. Mike Ashby 29:05

3h ago29:05

29:05

Ever wondered why your leadership training efforts aren't yielding lasting change? Listen as Dr. Mike Ashby from The Breakthrough Co. unravels the mystery behind the ineffectiveness of traditional leadership development programs. Promising more than just theory, Dr. Mike shares how aligning training with real business goals and fostering emotional …

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Love and Leadership with Dr. Glenn Thomas 20:30

31m ago20:30

20:30

Curious about how love can transform leadership? We welcome the insightful Dr. Glenn Thomas, a self-described recovering bad leader, to share the Heartwork Leadership Framework on this episode of the HRchat Show. Drawing from his journey, Dr. Glenn illustrates how genuine care and effective communication can yield positive outcomes both in the work…

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A Lifetime of Leadership with President Joe Biden 32:52

29m ago32:52

32:52

Leadership is deeply personal. As people change, the way they lead has to change, too. Few leaders have navigated as much change as Joe Biden. He was elected to the Senate at 29 and will end his time as President at 82. The number of things he has witnessed and been a part of over the course of his career is remarkable. His journey has been shaped …

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How AI is Revolutionizing Medical Education with David Lay 22:38

1h ago22:38

22:38

Can AI transform the landscape of medical education? Join us as we bring you an enlightening discussion with David Lay, Assessment Manager at Queen Mary University of London, who unveils AI's transformative role in enhancing medical training. David takes host Bill Banham through his fascinating journey from a History student to a leader in competen…

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Creating a Mentally Healthy Workplace: Insights and Strategies with Andrea Herron 29:05

1h ago29:05

29:05

Unlock the secrets to creating a mentally healthy workplace with insights from Andrea Herron, CHRO at WebMD. Listen as Andrea opens up to guest host Bob Goodwin about her book, "There's an Elephant in Your Office," co-written with her sister, which addresses the stigma around mental health and provides practical strategies to support employees. Lea…

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Thriving in HR: Strategies and Thought Leadership with Dorie Clark 33:29

2d ago33:29

33:29

In this episode, Bob Goodwin talks with Dorie Clark, a renowned keynote speaker, best-selling author, and expert in leadership and strategy. If you’ve been on LinkedIn or read Harvard Business Review, you’ve likely come across her thought-provoking insights! Dorie is a WSJ Bestselling Author, Duke University Fuqua School of Business Adjunct Profess…

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Revisited: How To Be A Friend with chef and entrepreneur Christina Tosi 39:25

1d ago39:25

39:25

Friends can help us get through life’s toughest moments. But a true friend remembers to smile about the good times. That’s why I wanted to revisit my conversation with the founder and CEO of Milk Bar, host of Netflix’s Bake Squad, and author of several cookbooks including Dessert Can Save the World, my dear friend Christina Tosi. Christina is the t…

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AI's Growing Impact on Work and Society with Mark Daley 22:55

8d ago22:55

22:55

Pauline James, CEO of Anchor HR, and David Creelman, CEO of Creelman Research, are back as guest hosts to discuss the impact of AI in the Workplace. They are continuing their conversations with AI technology experts, striving to educate and support our community remain abreast of advances and considerations related to AI. In this episode, they spea…

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Revisited: Molly's Game with Molly Bloom 49:30

8d ago49:30

49:30

Some people’s life stories are too crazy not to tell. So today, we’re revisiting one of my favorite episodes, my conversation with Molly Bloom. Her story is so riveting it's no surprise it became a star-studded Hollywood film. After her Olympic dreams were dashed, Molly wound up running an illegal, high-stakes poker game where hundreds of millions …

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Episode 750 - Revolutionizing Company Culture with Liz Ryan 22:32

10d ago22:32

22:32

Ever wondered how an opera and punk rock singer becomes a leading voice in HR? Liz Ryan, CEO and founder of Human Workplace, shares her incredible journey with HRchat host, Bill Banham. From stage lights to boardrooms, Liz has passionately advocated for transforming workplaces into environments where energy and collaboration thrive. Despite initial…

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Empowering Global Remote Work with Nadia Alaee, Deel 30:44

13d ago30:44

30:44

The guest this time is Nadia Alaee, Sr Director, HRBP at Deel. Nadia Alaee leads the global HR Business Partnership team at Deel. She and her team develop deep partnerships with Deel’s leaders to support, engage and grow their teams. She partners closely with stakeholders across the organization and the People Team to ensure team members have the b…

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Optimizing Vehicle Reimbursement with Lindsay Clayborne, Cardata 20:11

15d ago20:11

20:11

Implementing a smart and fair vehicle reimbursement program needs careful consideration of numerous factors, including tax implications, employee fairness, and administrative efficiency. By understanding the challenges and leveraging reliable technology solutions, companies can create a more cost-effective and compliant vehicle reimbursement progra…

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Event Preview: Talent Management Summit 16:01

20d ago16:01

16:01

Event season is in full swing! While Bill Banham will be in Las Vegas next week for the HR Technology Conference and Expo, Chris Bjorling will be in Westlake Village, California for the Talent Management Summit by the Marcus Evans Group. In this special episode of the HRchat pod, Chris and Bill preview the Talent Management Summit happening Septemb…

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Green Employee Benefits with Tom Baker, Octopus Electric Vehicles 19:59

21d ago19:59

19:59

Ever wondered how your commute could help save the planet? Join us as we explore the power of green employee benefits. Bill Banham sits down with Tom Baker, Partnership Manager at Octopus Electric Vehicles, who reveals how salary sacrifice schemes can make sustainable commuting more accessible and affordable. Learn about the staggering impact of tr…

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Revisited: We Cannot Heal Alone In The Loneliness Epidemic with Rabbi Sharon Brous 34:12

1M ago34:12

34:12

Grief can paralyze us. Most of us aren't given a manual about how to comfort someone grieving or how to ask for help with our own pain. That's why I wanted to revisit one of my favorite conversations, with Rabbi Sharon Brous. I talked with her about being present to someone else's pain and what it means to heal together in the loneliness epidemic. …

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Confident Ignorance with rapper, novelist, and filmmaker Logic 59:43

1M ago59:43

59:43

Vision, not skill, is the heart of creativity. But when a creative vision gets too big for one person, the key is to ask for help. Logic is a platinum-selling rapper who’s made waves in the hip hop world. After a troubled childhood, he started making music with a positive, introspective message, eventually receiving nominations for two Grammy Award…

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SHRM'S Shift from DEI to I&D with Johnny C. Taylor Jr. 28:49

30d ago28:49

28:49

Can workplace culture be the key to unlocking true diversity and inclusion? Join guest host Bob Goodwin as he sits down with Johnny C. Taylor Jr., CEO and President of SHRM, to uncover the rationale behind SHRM's much-talked-about shift from DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) to I&D (Inclusion and Diversity). Together, they delve into the heart…

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Inclusive and Efficient Hiring Practices with Adam Bird, Cronofy 30:15

1M ago30:15

30:15

Candidiates are getting increasingly jaded with poor recruitment experiences. Long wait times to schedule, ghosting, and a lack of communication are placing a bigger burden on candidates than in previous years. In this HRchat conversation, we focus on the candidate experience and tech to streamline and simplify interview scheduling. Joining Bill on…

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OrgDev24 Preview with Sy Islam, PhD and Beth Messich 20:49

1M ago20:49

20:49

Can leadership lessons from popular media transform your approach to talent management? Discover the answer as we sit down with Sy Islam, PhD, Head of Research at Kaizen Human Capital and Beth Messich, Principal & Founder at Beth Messich Coaching and Consulting LLC, two remarkable pros on stage at OrgDev24 in Atlanta next month. Sy brings a fresh p…

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Workplace Culture Trends with Becky Norman 20:39

1M ago20:39

20:39

In HRchat episode 742, we consider the business case for caring about culture. The guest this time is Becky Norman, Managing Editor of online HR and L&D publications HRZone and TrainingZone. Becky is also the co-creator of CulturePioneers, a campaign launched in 2020 by HRZone to inspire, empower, and celebrate organizations committed to building t…

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Wealth Is Togetherness with community organizer Kennedy Odede 36:22

1M ago36:22

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The slums of Kenya are a tough place to grow up. Stealing a mango could get you killed. Kennedy Odede grew up in Kibera, Africa's largest urban slum. A street kid at age 10, he dreamed of factory work for 10 cents a day. But after stealing a mango out of hunger, a stranger's single act of kindness changed the course of his life. Today, Kennedy is t…

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Psychological Safety, AI, and the Future of Learning with Laurie Carey 22:57

1M ago22:57

22:57

Curious about how to bridge the ever-widening skills gap in the tech industry? Join us as we welcome Laurie Carey, CEO of Nebula Academy, who brings 40+ years of industry wisdom, including an impactful decade at Microsoft. Laurie shares her approach to tech training, emphasizing the importance of psychological safety and resilience. Discover how th…

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Landing Moonshots with Google's Innovation Chief Dr. Astro Teller 44:40

2M ago44:40

44:40

Before Elon Musk rebranded Twitter, X was already in use — at Google. Google X was Google's secret research lab, where Google's most imaginative ideas came to life. As CEO and co-founder, Astro Teller's job is to harness X's wildest, most futuristic technology to solve the world's hardest problems. The same "moonshot factory" that created Google Br…

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Disrupting Workplace Learning with Tom McDowell 16:38

1M ago16:38

16:38

What if you could transform your workplace learning strategy to achieve remarkable performance improvements? Join us on the HRchat Show as we welcome Tom McDowell, the innovative chair of The Learning Network and speaker at DisruptHR Birmingham 2.0. Tom takes us through his inspiring journey in Learning and Development and his shift from traditiona…

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DisruptHR Birmingham 2.0 Preview with Verity Gough 19:07

1M ago19:07

19:07

In this special episode of the HRchat Show, Bill Banham talks with My Staff Shop MarComms Manager Verity Gough. Tune in as Verity gives the lowdown on what to expect from DisruptHR Birmingham 2.0 on September 5th at The Button Factory. Verity also offers insights into ways My Staff Shop and partner brands are helping to reshape the world of work fo…

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Flexible Pay Options for a New Generation of Workers with Tal Clark 18:07

2M ago18:07

18:07

Unlock the secrets to transforming your HR practices and significantly boosting employee satisfaction with our latest episode of the HRchat Show. This time, we sit down with Tal Clark, CEO of Instant Financial, to discuss the game-changing potential of earned wage access (EWA). Learn why EWA is a must-have for attracting and retaining Millennials a…

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Exploring the RESPECT Coaching Styles with David Morelli 18:22

2M ago18:22

18:22

Ever wondered what it takes to truly transform a coaching culture? Join us for an enlightening conversation with David Morelli, PhD, co-founder and CEO of OwlHub, as he unveils his journey in executive coaching and leadership development. Inspired by his collaboration with a Harvard doctoral student, David discusses the Respect Coaching Styles fram…

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Transforming Paid Time Off with Rob Whalen, BNFT 33:28

2M ago33:28

33:28

Every year, millions of vacation days are rendered worthless to the employees who earned them. As employees accrue vacation time, the value of that time sits as a liability on a balance sheet and that number can drastically increase over time. While the first option for employees should be to use all their paid time off, the next best solution is t…

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The Power of Music with Bill Scheidt 25:49

2M ago25:49

25:49

Unlock the secrets of professional success through the transformative power of music with our guest, Bill Scheidt, Managing Partner at Sewa Beats. Bill shares his life-changing experiences in Africa and how they inspired a unique approach to corporate training. Discover how music serves as a powerful metaphor for essential business skills like comm…

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Creating a Supportive Workplace with Tom Oxley 24:15

2M ago24:15

24:15

In this episode, we talk about ways to support mental wellness in the workplace. The guest this time is Tom Oxley, Workplace Director at Bamboo Mental Health. Tom is an independent consultant specializing in mental health at work. He reviews employers, gives talks, and trains people. His material comes from 100s of interviews with employees who hav…

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Building a Compassionate Company Culture with Claude Silver 21:26

2M ago21:26

21:26

What happens when you blend empathy, strategy, and a deep understanding of human behavior in a corporate setting? Meet Claude Silver, CHRO and 'Chief Heart Officer' at VaynerMedia, whose unique career journey - from the dot-com boom to founding an outdoor adventure surfing company and strategic agency roles - has shaped her into a leader dedicated …

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Creativity Is Connection with poet IN-Q 37:34

2M ago37:34

37:34

Business and poetry usually don't mix. But vulnerability has the power to bring teams together. Poet IN-Q has found an unlikely audience in business. A slam poetry veteran and accomplished songwriter, companies invite IN-Q to help strengthen their cultures. He works with teams to connect on a deeper level, using poetry to share something human. As …

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Executive Leadership Trends with John Morgan, LHH 16:36

2M ago16:36

16:36

In episode 732, we welcome John Morgan back to the show to discuss the state of executive leadership through the eyes of executives themselves. John is the President of LHH’s Career Transition & Mobility and Leadership Development businesses. As an experienced business leader and management consultant with over 20 years of helping Fortune 500 compa…

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US Labor Market: Tech Trends with Svenja Gudell, Indeed 27:24

2M ago27:24

27:24

What does the future hold for the US labor market? Join us on the HRchat Show for an insightful conversation with Svenja Gudell, Chief Economist at Indeed. Svenja is also on the World Economic Forum's Global Future Council on the Future of Job Creation. We also delve into the transformative impact of AI on the labor market. Learn how generative AI …

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Building an Innovative Culture with Simon Trevarthen 18:06

2M ago18:06

18:06

In this HRchat episode, we talk about AI and strategies to develop a company culture based on ideation and creativity. Our returning guest is Simon Trevarthen former Chief Innovation & Open Assets Officer at Fanshawe College and Founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of Elevate Your Greatness. Simon is a speaker on resilience, inspiration, and innov…

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The Smell of Memory with scent designer Dawn Goldworm 44:56

3M ago44:56

44:56

Our sense of smell has the deepest tie to emotion and memory. But it's also the most overlooked. In business, that's a giant missed opportunity. Dawn Goldworm knows how to use scent to evoke emotion and create loyalty. From Lady Gaga to Ferrari to books, Dawn designs signature fragrances that allow customers to connect with brands in a more meaning…

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Transforming HR: Insights on Systemic HR with Kathi Enderes 21:45

3M ago21:45

21:45

In this HRchat episode we consider the concept of Systemic HR. Bill Banham's guest is Kathi Enderes, Senior Vice President, Research and Global Industry Analyst at The Josh Bersin Company. Organizations face complex, ‘post-industrial age’ challenges, that have HR at the heart of them. These include: Designing hybrid work approaches; resdesigning jo…

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Mastery is an Infinite Game with performance psychologist Mike Gervais 41:40

3M ago41:40

41:40

Fierce competition can lead to burnout. How do we train ourselves to maintain excellence without giving in to the pressure to perform? High-performance psychologist Mike Gervais has a solution. He calls it mastery. Mike's approach to mastering our thoughts and emotions has helped Olympians win gold medals, the Seattle Seahawks win the Superbowl, an…

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Developing Wellness Programs with Heather Collins 17:01

3M ago17:01

17:01

What if a comprehensive wellness program could significantly boost workforce productivity and mission readiness? Join us on the HRchat Show as we sit down with Heather Collins, the dynamic President of Millennium Health and Fitness, who reveals the transformative power of employee wellness initiatives. With a unique background that spans high-perfo…

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Transforming Workplace Culture: Positivity and Productivity with Dr. Joey Faucette 24:47

3M ago24:47

24:47

Today we'll be talking about creating positive habits and creating a better work culture. The guest today is Dr. Joey Faucette, an executive coach, culture architect, and host of the Work Positive podcast. His best-selling book, Work Positive in a Negative World: Team Edition, is the manifesto for developing your positive work culture. Dr. Joey has…

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Ethical Leaders with Brian Peckrill 11:41

3M ago11:41

11:41

Can HR professionals really be the cornerstone of ethical corporate culture? Join us in this episode of the HRchat Show, where we sit down with Brian Peckrill, Executive Director at the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund. Brian shares his unique perspective on how HR can drive ethical leadership and organizational excellence. Recorded during SHRM24…

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Trustworthy AI at Work: Avoiding Bias with Jo Stansfield 21:39

3M ago21:39

21:39

In this episode, we consider ways to monitor and avoid AI bias in the workplace. The guest this time is Jo Stansfield, Trustee at BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. Jo is also the Founder and Director of Inclusioneering Limited, offering Inclusive Innovation consultancy to support tech and engineering organizations with data-led culture transform…

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Breaking Tradition with cellist Anastasia Kobekina 38:09

3M ago38:09

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Classical music could use a little disruption. For Anastasia Kobekina, that means playing outside of its rigid forms. An accomplished soloist, Anastasia has played with prestigious orchestras all over the world. She also bangs on her cello, improvises with Vivaldi, and sings. I was thrilled to sit down with Anastasia to discuss her musical experime…

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Unlocking High-Performing Teams with Christopher Morrison, TeamDynamics 26:54

3M ago26:54

26:54

The guest today is Christopher Morrison, co-founder of TeamDynamics, a platform that bridges the gap between individual-focused assessments and the collaborative nature of modern workplaces - driving transformative change in how teams function and thrive. Christopher has a background in leadership at technology startups and management consulting. H…

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HR, Digital Transformation and AI Integration with Orla Brown 20:53

3M ago20:53

20:53

In this episode, we consider Digital Transformation and AI Integration. Bill's guest is Orla Brown, Qualification and Assessment Developer at AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group, a UK organization offering national qualifications for colleges, training providers, and end-point assessments for apprenticeships in creative industries. Orla is an A…

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How to Breathe Out Fear with freediver Li Karlsen 46:51

3M ago46:51

46:51

Courage isn't about bravado. It's about staying calm. Li Karlsen knows a lot about staying calm under the most inhospitable conditions. One of the most accomplished freedivers in the world, Li is a record-holding champion at holding her breath and diving hundreds of feet below the ocean's surface. I wanted to ask Li what freediving has taught her a…

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Resilience in HR Tech with David Perring 16:54

3M ago16:54

16:54

Unlock the secrets behind the resilience of HR technology investments and the ever-evolving landscape of HR with our guest, David Perring, Chief Insights Officer at Fosway Group. Join us as David reveals why a significant majority of organizations have continually increased their HR tech spend since 2015, even in the face of fluctuating headcounts …

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More Thinking About Thinking with Brené Brown and Adam Grant: Part Two 38:10

4M ago38:10

38:10

In Part 2 of our conversation, Brené Brown, Adam Grant, and I continue our journey of out loud self-reflection. We discuss identifying our values, the two types of narcissists, explanation-based parenting, and exercising judgment over our own judgment. Listen to Part 1 here or wherever you listen to podcasts. This...is A Bit of Optimism. For more o…

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Wellnergy Festival and Harnessing Inner Energy with Geraldine Spurway 10:26

4M ago10:26

10:26

What if you could align your brand with your inner energy to better stand out? We are thrilled to welcome Geraldine Spurway, the CEO and founder of The Spur Way, who brings her unique approach to personal branding influenced by her psychic grandmother. Geraldine’s method integrates mindset, energy work, and a deep passion for communication and bran…

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Thinking About Thinking with Brené Brown and Adam Grant: Part One 42:49

4M ago42:49

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To become more self-aware, sometimes you need a friend. Two friends is even better. Brené Brown and Adam Grant swing by the podcast for one of our trademark conversations with no plan. It turns into a deep dive about knowing our selves and how self-reflection is sometimes best done with others. What's a little metacognition between friends? This...…

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