In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Simon Sinek's recent video, "Why Tech Is NOT Always The Solution." See the video here: https://youtu.be/4tT9H1kOAqg. Video Overview: "We rely extremely heavily on our workplace tech, but sometimes that reliance can become detrimental. We need to think critically about the problem we're trying to solve before employing technology as a default." Simon is an unshakable optimist. He believ...
May 21, 2021•13 min•Ep. 30
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Mickell Jimenez from Holland & Hart Employment Law about internal implementation of workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. See the video here: https://youtu.be/B5SGdFDlK2A. Employers turn to Mickell Jimenez (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickell-j...) for seasoned counsel to proactively handle labor and employment and litigation issues. Mickell advises business own...
May 20, 2021•25 min•Ep. 29
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Shane Ray Martin about employee mental health, difficult conversations, and leading with empathy. See the video here: https://youtu.be/_JvgBvN03y0. Shane (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaneraymartin/) is the Head of Sales at American Negotiation Institute, where he manages client relationships and develops strategic partnerships with various companies and organizations. After struggli...
May 20, 2021•28 min•Ep. 28
In this "Forbes Feature" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the recent Forbes video, "6 Ways To Recruit Top Gen Z Talent." See the video here: https://youtu.be/_hIMcGaX3Y8. Video Overview: "On the cusp of their professional lives, Generation-Z was looking forward to joining the workforce in the midst of a strong economy. Enter COVID-19—and all of that changed overnight. Now, as the economy is showing signs of life, this generat...
May 19, 2021•17 min•Ep. 27
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Dennis Mellen about energy vampires and how leaders drive positive cultures. See the video here: https://youtu.be/sFAzIJWdO6M. Dennis (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beabean/) is a leader, motivator, mental performance mentor, and passionate athletic coach. Enthusiastic leadership and followership are his trademarks. He brings a high level of energy and passion to every group he engages...
May 18, 2021•28 min•Ep. 26
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Lance Lambert about How COVID affected MBA education and what leadership roles look for when hiring an MBA graduate. See the video here: https://youtu.be/RSk1WnJd9sU. Lance Lambert (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lance-lambert-0bb5b677/) is the editorial director of Fortune Education, a platform that is designed to help business professionals prepare for the new world of work. He also w...
May 18, 2021•29 min•Ep. 25
In this "Throwback Tuesday" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Michelle Tremblay about combatting bullying and creating a respectful workplace culture. See the video here: https://youtu.be/nNG_4syivyY. Michelle Tremblay (https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelletremblay/), founder of MPower Lives Company, is located in the Tri-Cities area in Vancouver’s Lower Mainland. She has worked with over 15,000 participants nation wide and i...
May 18, 2021•31 min•Ep. 24
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Pat Sullivan about attitude as the cornerstone of leadership and team-building. See the video here: https://youtu.be/ANOPUYu_pqM. Pat Sullivan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/patsullivan100/) is a teacher, coach, and administrator for 44 years – 10 years at Providence High School in New Lenox and 34 at the University of St Francis. As the Athletic Chair, he led 370 student athletes and ...
May 17, 2021•30 min•Ep. 23
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Suzanne Tulien about congruent leadership to ensure authenticity and followership. See the video here: https://youtu.be/jDhE1J7tvVI. With over two and a half decades of strategic communication, employee brand engagement, and internal brand development, Suzanne Tulien’s (https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannetulien/) inside-out brand- building strategy creates the clarity and actions nec...
May 17, 2021•27 min•Ep. 22
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Neelu Kaur about bringing mindfulness and stress management practices to individuals, teams, and organizations. See the video here: https://youtu.be/tTDEdb0qQGI. Neelu Kaur (https://www.linkedin.com/in/neelukaur/) is a Corporate Facilitator, Leadership & NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) Coach, and Stress Management Specialist. She holds a BS from NYU’s Stern School of Business, ...
May 17, 2021•28 min•Ep. 21
In this "HBR Minute" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the HBR video, "Disruptive Innovation Explained." See the video here: https://youtu.be/qDrMAzCHFUU. Video Overview: "Clay Christensen, Harvard Business School professor and the world's most influential management guru according to the Thinkers50, lays out his landmark theory." Check out Dr. Westover's new book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership, here: https://www....
May 16, 2021•23 min•Ep. 20
In this "Inspiring TED Talks" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Joan C. Williams recent TED Talk, "Why Corporate Diversity Programs Fail & What to do Instead." See the video here: https://youtu.be/U8UyOE10Y1s. Video Overview: "In the wake of George Floyd’s death, companies are finally feeling the pressure to do something about diversity, equity, and inclusion. We’ve spent over $1 billion on our diversity efforts with remar...
May 15, 2021•36 min•Ep. 19
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Ayelet Baron about the future of work and the need for greater conscious leadership. See the video here: https://youtu.be/Vjf1B0qyjoU. Ayelet Baron (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayeletbaron/) is an award winning author, global futurist and healer. She is the former chief strategy and innovation officer for Cisco Canada, where she helped Canada become the #2 revenue generating country ...
May 14, 2021•29 min•Ep. 18
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Dr. Chad Dumas about some of the challenges facing leaders today and the tools to confront those challenges. See the video here: https://youtu.be/Bns_DBHhD5Y. Dr. Chad Dumas (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-dumas-611ba51b5/) is an international consultant, presenter and award-winning researcher whose primary focus is collaborating to develop capacity for continuous improvement. Havi...
May 14, 2021•29 min•Ep. 17
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Kevin Eikenberry about leadership, teamwork, and the remote/hybrid organization. See the video here: https://youtu.be/UngWWaUhHnk. Kevin Eikenberry (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry/) is a world renowned leadership expert, a two-time bestselling author, speaker, consultant, trainer, coach, leader, learner, husband and father (not necessarily in that order). Kevin is the Ch...
May 14, 2021•29 min•Ep. 16
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Frank Smith about the pandemic funk and cultural considerations when going back to the office. See the video here: https://youtu.be/_7ZwNF7pp3s. Frank Smith (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-smith-5b74795/) started his career with a degree in Accounting and after having a few corporate jobs, realized he was designed to lead and enjoyed the lack of structure in the entrepreneurial wo...
May 13, 2021•26 min•Ep. 14
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Peter Grimm about preparing your company for market disruption through leveraging your competitive intelligence. See the video here: https://youtu.be/yzNy61bL6D0. A graduate of the US Naval Academy, with experiences ranging from clandestine support for Navy SEALs to authoring intelligence featured in the President’s Daily Briefing, Peter Grimm (http://linkedin.com/in/petergrimm) has ...
May 13, 2021•30 min•Ep. 15
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) shares his recent Forbes article, Psychological Safety At Work: Why It Matters And How To Create It." See the article here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2021/05/06/psychological-safety-at-work-why-it-matters-and-how-to-create-it/?sh=60d407dd7b85. Check out Dr. Westover's new book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership, here: https://www.innovativehumancapital.com/leade...
May 12, 2021•10 min•Ep. 13
In this "Forbes Feature" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the recent Forbes video, "4 Ways To Lead A Remote Team Successfully." See the video here: https://youtu.be/IinGfnBKTjo. Video Overview: "Several months into America’s massive remote-work experiment, managers and employees are still finding their feet. From data security concerns to work-life blend, it’s been a major adjustment for everyone. Now, the dust is settling—an...
May 12, 2021•16 min•Ep. 12
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Işılay Çabuk about finding the courage needed to create a life that aligns with our values. See the video here: https://youtu.be/ajSuPqUWwlU. Işılay Çabuk, ACC, (https://www.linkedin.com/in/isilaycabuk) is multi-talented and multi-skilled with a diverse education and working background, was always aware of her passion for inspiring change in people. Starting out informally coaching t...
May 11, 2021•27 min•Ep. 11
In this "Throwback Tuesday" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Yuri Kruman about fostering trust and empowering employees (Originally aired October 30, 2020). See the video here: https://youtu.be/4rLzQzDaidc. Yuri Kruman (linkedin.com/in/yurikruman) is the Interim CHRO / Chief People Officer of Healthflex HHS and CEO of HR, Talent & Systems Consulting, an award-winning HR consultancy. A certified SHRM-SCP, he is likewise a sought-after speaker and expert on HR, Digital ...
May 11, 2021•29 min•Ep. 10
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) shares his recent conversation with Peter Benei on the 99 Challenges Podcast, about how to become a better leader. See the video here: ???. Overview: This episode focuses on leadership during challenging times. How owners and co-founders should approach leadership? Can we learn leadership skills, and how? Finally, how should leaders respond to challenges? Check out Dr. Westover's new book, The ...
May 10, 2021•42 min•Ep. 9
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Richard Matthews about leveraging automated workflows to help elevate your people and business. See the video here: https://youtu.be/uqBWB2F7wsE. Richard Matthews (https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardwmatthews/) is the owner of the Push Button Podcasts and The Hero Show. Over the last 10 years Richard and his clients have sold over $2,000,000 worth of online courses and coaching (more...
May 10, 2021•27 min•Ep. 8
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Jack McCullough about working with psychopaths. See the video here: https://youtu.be/3D7COZ5nXlw. Jack McCullough (linkedin.com/in/jackmcculloughcfo/) is a recognized thought leader in the world of strategic finance. He is the president of the CFO Leadership Council, a global professional society for senior financial executives. His first book, Secrets of Rockstar CFOs, was published...
May 10, 2021•30 min•Ep. 7
In this "HBR Minute" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the HBR video, "Developing the CEO Within You." See the video here: https://youtu.be/6taNjZCzQ1I. Video Overview: "An interview with Joseph L. Bower, Professor, Harvard Business School. To become an effective CEO, work for companies committed to leadership development, and take responsibility for your own development on the job." Check out Dr. Westover's new book, The Alch...
May 09, 2021•26 min•Ep. 6
In this "Inspiring TED Talks" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Michael C. Bush's recent TED video, "This is What Makes Employees Happy at Work." See the video here: https://youtu.be/PYJ22-YYNW8. Video Overview: "There are three billion working people on this planet, and only 40 percent of them report being happy at work. Michael C. Bush shares his insights into what makes workers unhappy -- and how companies can benefit their...
May 08, 2021•20 min•Ep. 5
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Claire Schmidt about two recent reports from AllVoices, the Workplace Wrongdoing Report and the Employee Feedback Report. See the video here: https://youtu.be/-QHLFj4ddjo. Claire Schmidt ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairecschmidt ) is the Founder and CEO of AllVoices, a platform that enables anyone to anonymously report sexual harassment and workplace issues directly to company lea...
May 07, 2021•38 min•Ep. 4
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Stephanie Puente about self leadership and resiliency. See the video here: https://youtu.be/u1g8k3uUlw4. Since 2014, Stephanie Puente (https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-train-puente-ab59a5111/) has helped business owners and professionals to hone in on their authentic life path and empower them to create and live a life they love living. Having earned multiple certifications from...
May 07, 2021•31 min•Ep. 2
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Heather Vickery about fostering a culture of gratitude in the workplace. See the video here: https://youtu.be/R29OB5-r7VM. Heather Vickery (https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-vickery/) is an award-winning business owner and global leader with over 20 years as an entrepreneur. She leverages her entrepreneurial skills and expertise to coach individuals towards greater personal and pro...
May 07, 2021•23 min•Ep. 3
In this 500th HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Richard Matthews, host of The HERO Show, about his work to help others maximize their personal and organizational potential. See the video here: https://www.youtube.com/embed/rcJwXws5gNI. Check out Dr. Westover's new book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership, here: https://www.innovativehumancapital.com/leadershipalchemy. Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital L...
May 07, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 1
