In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Jennifer Mulholland and Jeff Shuck about conscious leadership. Jennifer Mulholland is an author, strategist, alchemist, executive coach, and co-owner of Plenty Consulting. From a very young age, she's been dedicated to raising the consciousness of people on the planet. For the last decade, she and her business partner, Jeff Shuck, have helped thousands of conscious leaders and businesses grow in revenue, impact, and fulfillment. B...
Feb 27, 2025•30 min•Ep. 265
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Eric Stone about building and measuring a high performance culture in the workplace. Eric Stone's passion for business led him to an influential twenty-six-year career at the iconic rental car company Enterprise Holdings, where he quickly became one of the most decorated Regional Vice Presidents in the company’s history. His ability to connect and motivate employees from all different generations and demographics allowed his teams...
Feb 26, 2025•21 min•Ep. 279
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Eric Henry about maintaining healthy organizational culture during periods of growth. Eric Henry is the President of Carousel Digital Signage, a company that traces its roots to 1997 when one of its founders recognized the limitations of existing multimedia software for educational displays. This insight drove the mission to create user-friendly “signage” software, a principle that still defines Carousel’s identity today. Eric fos...
Feb 25, 2025•29 min•Ep. 278
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Dr. Anna Marie Frank about how our thoughts impact our happiness and health. Anna Marie is a doctor of Traditional Naturopathy, with a PhD in Natural Medicine. She also has training from the Gerson Institute, Amen clinics, Integrative Nutrition Institute, Mindvalley, National Wellness Institute, and the Wellness Council of America. She is a lifelong learner and continues to expand in the field of wellbeing Anna Marie healed her br...
Feb 19, 2025•25 min•Ep. 273
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Robert J. Khoury about weaving dignity into the internship process. Robert J. Khoury is the co-founder and CEO of Agile Rainmakers, a high-impact advisory firm based in Chicago’s Gold Coast. His 20+ year career in the financial industry has seen him in many roles: an equity derivatives trader, portfolio manager, corporate strategist, recruiter, hedge fund executive and private equity investor. Rob earned a BSE in Electrical Engineering...
Feb 18, 2025•32 min•Ep. 271
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Lida Citroën about their book, THE NEW RULES OF INFLUENCE: How To Authentically Build Trust, Drive Change, And Make An Impact . Lida Citroën, author of THE NEW RULES OF INFLUENCE: How To Authentically Build Trust, Drive Change, And Make An Impact, is an award-winning branding and reputation management expert who designs and enhances the identities of executives, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders globally. As CEO and founder of LIDA360...
Feb 17, 2025•24 min•Ep. 292
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Glen Wood about what it means to be sustainable in 2025. Glen Wood is the president and co-founder of Smart Vision Logistics (SVL), a company committed to the implementation of sustainable supply chains. As an authority on the economy and parental rights in the workplace, Glen has been featured on CNN, CNBC, the BBC, and in prominent publications like The New York Times and The Washington Post. Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI ...
Feb 13, 2025•27 min•Ep. 291
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tom Conlon about advice for young individuals searching for employment and key factors they should consider in their job search. North Street founder Tom Conlon has more than 20 years of experience in design, web programming, copywriting, operations, and people management. Prior to founding North Street, Tom began his career in the consumer publishing industry, first as a web designer and developer, then as a writer and editor for top ...
Feb 12, 2025•23 min•Ep. 270
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Niki Avraam about cultivating a leadership and ownership mindset. Niki Avraam empowers organisations and individuals to exceed their potential by promoting a culture of ownership and adaptability. Her mission is to energize the workforce and ensure we are ready for the future of work, which is NOW. With years of expertise as an employment and discrimination lawyer and as founder of Howat Avraam Solicitors, she demonstrates how embracin...
Feb 11, 2025•24 min•Ep. 268
Abstract: The article challenges the common assumption that platform markets will inevitably consolidate around a single dominant player in a "winner-takes-all" dynamic. It argues that network effects, while providing advantages to early leaders, do not predetermine long-term market structure. Rather, differences in strategy, business models, and community relationships allow multiple platforms to coexist by catering to specific user groups. The article presents examples from the ride-sharing an...
Feb 06, 2025•10 min•Ep. 286
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Carla Fowler about mastering performance improvement. Dr. Carla Fowler is an MD PhD and elite executive coach. For the last decade, she has been a secret weapon for scores of CEOs, entrepreneurs, and other senior leaders. Carla’s unique approach combines the latest research from performance science with timeless best practices to help top performers level up and achieve their goals. www.thaxa.com/p/the-human-performance-edge Check out ...
Feb 06, 2025•28 min•Ep. 272
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Lori Wallace about job change as the modern day hero's journey. Lori Wallace is the Founder and CEO of Career Ecology – a hub spot for Work-Life Empowerment. She’s mentored job seekers for over twenty years as the owner of her own search agency where she matched prominent hospital systems like Cedars Sinai, Kaiser Permanente, and Sutter Health to skilled and passionate professionals ranging from CEO to Lab Assistant. But, Lori brings m...
Feb 05, 2025•32 min•Ep. 269
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Elnian Gilbert about organizational change and vision facilitation. Elnian’s 13+ years of experience at Zinger Train includes multiple businesses and positions, from her start at Zingerman’s Mail Order to logistical experience at ZingTrain. It is this breadth of experience that Elnian brings to her role as a trainer, sharing Zingerman’s approach to business though ZingTrain’s public training, personalized training, facilitation, and ke...
Feb 04, 2025•30 min•Ep. 266
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dr. Tracy Gapin about optimizing your healthspan to match your wealthspan. DR. TRACY GAPIN is a board-certified urologist, world renowned men’s health and performance expert, and the founder of The Gapin Institute, the global leader in high performance health. He has over 20 years of experience focused on providing executives, entrepreneurs and athletes a personalized path to optimize their health and fulfill their highest potential. H...
Feb 03, 2025•26 min•Ep. 280
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Mark Fava about his book, Lessons from the Admiral: Naval Wisdom And Sea Stories For Leaders. Mark C. Fava is a career aviation lawyer and retired naval flight officer. He is a prolific writer and entertaining speaker. Fava retired from the US Navy as a Captain having commanded three units, including an aviation squadron. He has been a law firm partner and a corporate executive lawyer. He has written numerous articles, including “What ...
Jan 31, 2025•21 min•Ep. 276
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Shell Mendelson about 5 steps to self-accommodation in the workplace. Shell Mendelson has a master’s in counseling with an emphasis on career and has helped hundreds of ADHD adults and young adults over the past 35 years find a fulfilling and sustainable career direction. Shell is the author of the book “A Course for ADHD Adults and Teens: Unlock Your Career Path” which is currently available for pre-sale. Shell was diagnosed with ADHD...
Jan 30, 2025•29 min•Ep. 262
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jesse Hernandez about small communication tweaks to help leaders expand their influence. Jesse Hernandez ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessedepthbuilder/) was born and raised on the Southside of San Antonio Texas. The landscape of his Career ranges from grading ditches to counseling Executives. This path taught him that we are more alike than we are different. His message is one of Contribution, Ownership, and Vulnerability. This messa...
Jan 29, 2025•28 min•Ep. 263
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Corey Poirier about creating instant influence as a leader. Corey Poirier ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/speakercoreypoirier/ ) is a multiple-time TEDx Speaker and was recently announced as one of just 15 SUCCESS Magazine Emerging Entrepreneurs (a first time award). He is also the host of the top rated ‘Let’s Do Influencing’ Radio Show, founder of the growing bLU Talks brand, and has been featured in multiple television specials. He is ...
Jan 28, 2025•30 min•Ep. 259
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Mike Schiller about his book, High Impact at Low Decibels: How Anxiety-Filled Introverts (And Others) Can Thrive In The Workplace . Mike Schiller has more than 30 years of experience at Fortune 500 companies, both as a technical expert and as an executive-level leader, and most recently was vice president and chief information security officer at Texas Instruments. He is currently president of Onward Consulting, specializing in informa...
Jan 27, 2025•26 min•Ep. 275
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean about their book, EMPLOYMENT IS DEAD: How Disruptive Technologies are Revolutionizing the Way We Work. Deborah Perry Piscione is co-founder of the Work3 Institute, an AI + web3 advisory firm, a Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and innovation + future of work thought leader. Deborah is the author of multiple books, including the New York TImes bestseller Secrets of Silico...
Jan 24, 2025•24 min•Ep. 277
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jeff Eschliman about the secret to building great company culture. Jeff Eschliman is an executive coach with 30 years of experience from combat in Iraq to the corporate boardroom. Personal development, consistency and a tenacious work ethic are hallmarks of Jeff’s leadership style. Jeff communicates crystal clear vision and bold expectations with his collaborative approach. Jeff is a sought-after expert for building and scaling results...
Jan 23, 2025•29 min•Ep. 254
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Samantha Lomow about creating cultures of play at work. Throughout her 25+ year career across toys, entertainment, fashion and retail industries, Samantha ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-lomow/) has led multi-billion-dollar brand portfolios at prominent global companies, most recently Chief Commercial Officer at Tupperware. Prior to that, Samantha spent 20 years at Hasbro rising to President of Branded Entertainment, and during ...
Jan 22, 2025•18 min•Ep. 258
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Benjamin Johnson about leveraging goal setting and OKR's to create maximum efficiency in your team. Benjamin Johnson is a serial technical co-founder with a track record of success and hands-on open-source programming experience. He has a wide range of being both a board-level advisor and founder but also an in-depth understanding of how things work. Through his 20+ years as a software developer and leader, he has gained extensive expe...
Jan 21, 2025•21 min•Ep. 246
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Robin Hills about the future of emotional intelligence. Robin Hills is the director of Ei4Change, a company specializing in educational training, coaching and personal development focused around emotional intelligence, positive psychology and neuroscience. He has taught over 400,000 people in 195+ countries how to build resilience, increased self awareness and understanding of others. His educational programs on resilience and emotiona...
Jan 16, 2025•26 min•Ep. 253
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Kenneth Berger about the typical mistakes leaders make when trying to drive change or influence others. Kenneth Berger coaches startup leaders to prevent burnout, take a stand for the life they want, and leave their unique mark on the world at large. After 20+ years in the tech industry, he’s a trusted confidant to startup CEOs, a former founder backed by top investors, and one of communication cornerstone Slack’s earliest key hires. H...
Jan 15, 2025•25 min•Ep. 257
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Nicole Alvino about the role of communication in employee experience, and how intelligent communication can be used to boost employee engagement and connection. Nicole Alvino ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolealvino/ ) is a visionary entrepreneur and CEO with a passion for transforming the employee experience. As the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Firstup, a leading enterprise SaaS company, Nicole is responsible for driving i...
Jan 14, 2025•24 min•Ep. 251
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Manny Skevofilax about leveraging empathy to help businesses thrive. Manny Skevofilax ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/mannyskevofilax/ ), a seasoned consultant and captivating speaker, possesses the extraordinary ability to breathe life into businesses, ensuring they thrive on all fronts. With over two decades of dedicated service in his field, Manny has been the guiding light for countless business owners seeking to cultivate a robust a...
Jan 09, 2025•26 min•Ep. 252
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Luis Báez about how to inspire employees, build engagement, and drive real results. Luis Báez is a Revenue Enablement Strategist + Sales Coach dedicated to serving executives and sales leaders at businesses. In 2017, after years of working in some of the biggest Silicon Valley startups (think LinkedIn, Google, Uber, Tesla, and more), Luis began to teach impassioned business owners how to scale their revenues and impact by creating and ...
Jan 08, 2025•23 min•Ep. 264
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Ajay Malik about the common misconceptions or challenges that businesses face when incorporating AI into their workflows. Ajay Malik is a visionary leader renowned for delivering cutting-edge technology products. Boasting a track record of successful execution, he prioritizes user-centric solutions and has formed top-tier teams. Accumulating over 90 patents, Ajay stands out as an innovator. As the author of "RTLS for Dummies" and "Arti...
Jan 07, 2025•25 min•Ep. 250
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Patrice Meagher about how employers can best support working moms. Patrice Meagher is the Founder and CEO of MilkMate, an all-in-one multi-user pumping system purpose-built for the workplace wellness room, and advisor on employee wellness solutions. After pumping in the workplace while juggling being a mother of four children and high-powered commercial real estate executive, she conceptualized the MilkMate to empower working mothers t...
Dec 19, 2024•25 min•Ep. 249
