In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Adam Cubbage about closing the leadership gap within organizations. See the video here: https://youtu.be/cYg4B2Koef8. Adam Cubbage ( www.linkedin.com/in/atcubbage/ ) is driven by his passion to help people become the best leaders they can be. As the Principal Consultant & Owner of CenterPoint Leadership Development, he equips people to lead and manage at the next level. With over...
Jun 08, 2021•27 min•Ep. 30
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Mike Acker about speaking without fear to influence others. See the video here: https://youtu.be/qJB-OHjn_H0. Mike Acker (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mr-mikeacker/) is an executive and communication coach, a keynote speaker, and the author of four books including the bestselling Speak With No Fear, which has appeared on numerous booklists even getting designated as the #1 book on ove...
Jun 08, 2021•30 min•Ep. 29
In this "Throwback Tuesday" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Alen Bubich about how to build an employee referral machine that attracts top talent (Originally aired November 25, 2020). See the video here: https://youtu.be/ZVyY07hRr6M. Alen Bubich (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bubich/) is the founder of Social HorsePower. With over ten years of working in the Social Media Marketing industry, he is highly skilled in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Oracle Database, PHP, MVC,...
Jun 08, 2021•40 min•Ep. 28
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Franchon Francees about tackling workplace stress and depression and her organization, Healing Your Almond. See the video here: https://youtu.be/_2jX4ROxptE. Franchon Francees (https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchon-francees-21576858/) is the founder of Healing Your Almond, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Certified Trauma Practitioner and Trainer. She founded Healing ...
Jun 07, 2021•28 min•Ep. 27
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Russell Heath about the dangers of leading with fear in the workplace. See the video here: https://youtu.be/t1FTWlUIQDs. Russell Heath (https://www.linkedin.com/in/russellheathcoaching/) came to leadership coaching after many years leading environmental organizations, mission-driven coalitions, and political campaigns in Alaska. In those efforts, it became clear to him that the essen...
Jun 07, 2021•32 min•Ep. 26
In this "HBR Minute" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the recent HBR video, "How to Have a Hybrid Meeting That Works for Everyone." See the video here: https://youtu.be/qRSrgLtok7I. Video Overview: "As workplaces take tentative steps towards a new normal, social psychologist Heidi Grant shares best practices for interacting when some are in the office and some are remote." Check out Dr. Westover's new book, The Alchemy of Tru...
Jun 06, 2021•21 min•Ep. 25
In this "Inspiring TED Talks" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Shawn Achor's 2012 TED talk, "The Happy secret to Better Work." See the video here: https://youtu.be/fLJsdqxnZb0. Video Overview: "It’s generally assumed we have to work to be happy, but what if we have it backwards? That’s the argument psychologist and CEO Shawn Achor makes in this 2012 talk. Achor says we need to be happy independently of work, and only then wil...
Jun 05, 2021•31 min•Ep. 24
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Randi Busse about organizational culture and employee engagement to drive employee and organizational success. See the video here: https://youtu.be/tgxlv-qHxx0. Randi Busse (linkedin.com/in/randibusse/), President of Workforce Development Group, has been helping employees to delight customers for more than 25 years. Her programs help employees to “think like an owner, not a renter,” ...
Jun 04, 2021•34 min•Ep. 23
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Wendy Bjork about how we can become more accepting and understanding when an employee is diagnosed with a chronic illness, such as multiple sclerosis instead of causing them to hide it or fear disclosing their condition. See the video here: https://youtu.be/hpQUFKbPFPc. Wendy Bjork (https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-bj%C3%B6rk-aka-the-ms-warrior-queen%E2%84%A2-413a3318b/), aka The MS...
Jun 03, 2021•29 min•Ep. 22
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Tina Berger about the transformative potential of deep listening and emotional receptivity. See the video here: https://youtu.be/JWBa0geJyBY. Tina Berger (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-berger-358103/) holds an MBA in Global Energy and advises Fortune 500 corporations through strategic digital transformations. Having engaged deeply with the challenges faced by corporate executives ...
Jun 03, 2021•31 min•Ep. 21
In this "Forbes Feature" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Meg Whitman's recent Forbes video, "Never Compromise Your Integrity." See the video here: https://youtu.be/gy0DR33ow_E. Video Overview: "To celebrate the 100th anniversary of Forbes we sat with the 100 greatest living business minds, including Meg Whitman, CEO of Hewlett-Packard." Check out Dr. Westover's new book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership, here: http...
Jun 02, 2021•14 min•Ep. 20
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Minna Taylor about public speaking, brand storytelling, executive presence, and leadership communication. See the video here: ????. Minna Taylor (https://www.linkedin.com/in/minnafoundereyv/) is the Founder of Energize Your Voice, a NYC based communication consultancy. With an experiential approach, rooted in the principles of improv and performance, she and her team support organiza...
Jun 01, 2021•30 min•Ep. 19
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Greg Alexander about how executive leadership can effectively and sustainably scale their firm, as well as how to choose the right time to exit the organization. See the video here: https://youtu.be/0MkGEHP20EY. Greg Alexander (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gpalexander/) is Founder of Collective 54. He contributes to entrepreneurs by helping them scale and exit their firms. Greg co-fou...
Jun 01, 2021•30 min•Ep. 17
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Irvine Nugent, Ph.D. about emotional intelligence and emotional triggers in the workplace. See the video here: https://youtu.be/pNWpRFxNeBo. Irvine Nugent, Ph.D. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/irvinenugent/) possesses fifteen-plus years in senior leadership roles in organizations of various sizes, stages of growth and different sectors. He understands challenging business environments ...
Jun 01, 2021•28 min•Ep. 18
In this "Throwback Tuesday" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover with Ken Knorr about how to intentionally build your company culture (Originally aired November 10, 2020). See the video here: https://youtu.be/UE9TnPRT9hE. Ken Knorr (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kknorr/) is CEO and founder of the white label digital marketing company “That Company”. Yes, the company name is literally That Company. For over a decade he’s built a company that supports marketing firms in providing high quali...
Jun 01, 2021•36 min•Ep. 16
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Mialei Iske about why questions are so important in teams, businesses and in life. See the video here: https://youtu.be/AWMWINI5EuY. After 14 years in Corporate America, Mialei Iske (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mialei-iske/) embarked on a journey to improve her health and do a lot less of what was expected and more of what she enjoyed. She discovered her gifts in writing and teaching...
May 31, 2021•31 min•Ep. 15
In this "HBR Minute" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the recent HBR video, "How Cultures Across the World Approach Leadership." See the video here: https://hbr.org/video/5476393165001/how-cultures-across-the-world-approach-leadership. Video Overview: They vary in deference and decision making. For more, read "Being the Boss in Brussels, Boston, and Beijing." Check out Dr. Westover's new book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable ...
May 30, 2021•14 min•Ep. 14
In this "Inspiring TED Talks" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Brooke Deterline's recent TED video, "Creating ethical cultures in business." See the video here: https://youtu.be/wzicXbnmllc. Video Overview: "As Corporate Director for the Heroic Imagination Project (HIP), Brooke helps boards, executives, and teams at all levels develop the skills to act with courage and ingenuity in the face of challenging situations. This fos...
May 29, 2021•29 min•Ep. 13
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Simon Sinek's recent video, "No One is an Expert in Leadership." See the video here: https://youtu.be/XGQo-Vge-WU. Video Overview: "I don't believe anyone is an expert in leadership - we're all students. Even the most accomplished leaders have an immense amount of curiosity. There is always more to know." Simon is an unshakable optimist who believes in a bright future and our ability t...
May 28, 2021•14 min•Ep. 12
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Katie Nall, Ph.D about stress triggers and emotional freedom technique. See the video here: https://youtu.be/MhvyXdAT1dI. Katie Nall, Ph.D. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/katienallphd/) is a Florida mathematician, a TEDx speaker, a professional member of National Speakers Association, and an Accredited Master Trainer and Practitioner in Emotional Freedom Technique, also known as EFT or...
May 27, 2021•26 min•Ep. 11
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Dr. Rosie Ward about guiding principles of rehumanizing the workplace. See the video here: https://youtu.be/58nDLSrcmiY. Dr. Rosie Ward (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rward/) began her career in 1994 in the fitness industry as a group fitness instructor and personal trainer. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and master’s degree in Public Health, with a focus on worksite hea...
May 27, 2021•32 min•Ep. 10
In this "Forbes Feature" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the recent Forbes video, "3 Ways To Balance Your Work And Personal Life Without Going Crazy." See the video here: https://youtu.be/UIlN7Nuwx6A. Video Overview: "Amid our changing world, many employees are struggling to create a healthy work-life blend—especially Millennials and Gen-Z. According to a new study from MetLife, many younger employees are working longer hour...
May 26, 2021•17 min•Ep. 9
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Michelle Graff about cultivating human resiliency and the compassion fatigued organization. See the video here: https://youtu.be/qLwoShhst0Y. Michelle Graff (https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-graff/) is the founder of Cultivating Human Resiliency and the author of The Compassion Fatigued Organization. After more than twenty years in social services, she now focuses on helping the ...
May 25, 2021•28 min•Ep. 8
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Cate Steane about improving employee retention by showing concern for employees’ safety and wellbeing. See the video here: https://youtu.be/LlJ-oy2I0Ms. Cate Steane (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cate-steane/) is founder of Make It Happen Preparedness Services, which helps leaders of mid-market businesses and organizations build resilience through customized emergency preparedness trai...
May 25, 2021•27 min•Ep. 7
In this "Throwback Tuesday" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Liz Kislik about how conflict-averse leaders can deal with conflict responsibly (Originally aired November 12, 2020). See the video here: https://youtu.be/5tiHY_7GNzs. Liz Kislik (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizkislik/) is a management consultant and executive coach, and a frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review and Forbes. Her TEDx “Why There’s So Much Co...
May 25, 2021•35 min•Ep. 6
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with B.D. Erickson II about creating an exceptional organization culture within the highly technical sector of clean, renewable energy. See the video here: https://youtu.be/wkLHOUmneJk. As founder and CEO of Satic USA, B.D. Erickson II (https://www.linkedin.com/in/b-d-erickson-ii-a5362621/) is a proven leader and team builder, successfully navigating an everchanging high-tech business cli...
May 24, 2021•32 min•Ep. 5
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Joe Santana about the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the shifting landscape of work over the next decade. See the video here: https://youtu.be/3740tIh_Nko. Joe Santana (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joesantana/) is Chairman of The CDO PowerCircle and the creator and host of the ERG PowerTalk podcast and Virtual Academy. His programs support diversity, equity, and inclusion...
May 24, 2021•30 min•Ep. 4
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Daralyse Lyons about her book, Demystifying Diversity: Embracing Our Shared Humanity. See the video here: https://youtu.be/iVB6eGnTKX4. Daralyse Lyons (https://www.linkedin.com/in/daralyse-lyons-a331bb19/) is a journalist, an actor, and an activist. She has written more than two dozen full-length books, a handful of short stories, and countless articles, performed in various plays an...
May 24, 2021•31 min•Ep. 3
In this "HBR Minute" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the recent HBR video, "What is Stakeholder Capitalism? Here's a Definition, and 4 Ways to Make It a Reality." See the video here: https://youtu.be/z4Kdwbdyye0. Video Overview: "To solve big, global problems, companies must rethink capitalism and how they collaborate, argues Mariana Mazzucato, professor in the economics of innovation and public value at University College L...
May 23, 2021•24 min•Ep. 2
In this "Inspiring TED Talks" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the recent TED video, "3 Steps to Stop Remote Work Burnout." See the video here: https://youtu.be/PZr142ka96k. Video Overview: "Too much screen time, too many video calls and too few boundaries make working from home hard for all of us. Podcast host and writer Morra Aarons-Mele shares honest advice on what you can learn from the introverts in your life about prote...
May 22, 2021•17 min•Ep. 1
