In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde interviews Sharissa Sebastian-Deppen, an executive coach specializing in supporting introverted female leaders. Sharissa shares her journey from a technology career to coaching, emphasizing the importance of self-discovery and understanding one's leadership zone of genius. The conversation explores the unique strengths and challenges faced by introverted leaders, particularly women in the corporate world, and discusses strategies...
Dec 17, 2024•27 min•Ep. 121
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde interviews Dr. Adam Dorsay, a psychologist and resiliency expert. They discuss Dr. Dorsay's journey into psychology, the importance of emotional awareness, particularly in men, and how mindfulness and positive psychology can enhance both personal and professional lives. Dr. Dorsay shares insights from his work in executive coaching, the creation of his podcast 'Super Psyched', and the themes of connection explored in his book. Th...
Dec 10, 2024•33 min•Ep. 120
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde sits down with Dr. Steve Brewer, a healthcare executive focused on mitigating burnout in the healthcare sector. They discuss the unique challenges of leadership burnout, the importance of self-care, and the role of positive psychology in fostering a healthier work environment. Dr. Brewer shares insights on identifying burnout symptoms, managing change in healthcare organizations, and the future of healthcare leadership, emphasizi...
Dec 03, 2024•26 min•Ep. 119
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde interviews Dr. Daniel Jones, an expert on toxic personalities and abusive leaders. They discuss the concept of the dark triad, which includes psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism, and how these traits manifest in workplace dynamics. Dr. Jones emphasizes the importance of understanding these traits to navigate toxic leadership and offers strategies for damage control and self-preservation in challenging work environments....
Nov 26, 2024•33 min•Ep. 118
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde sits down with Cosmo Rhan, the general manager of SmugMug. Cosmo and Ermest discuss evidence-based, values-driven leadership. Cosmo shares his journey from being in the Navy to working at Google and eventually becoming the general manager of SmugMug. Cosmo emphasizes the importance of psychological safety in creating a collaborative and empowering work environment. Cosmo also discusses how he uses his experience as a gamer and ga...
Nov 19, 2024•29 min•Ep. 117
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde sits down with Dr. LaToya Jordan, founder of Lead by Design Lab. Dr. Jordan discusses her journey from student affairs in higher education to organizational psychology and coaching. Dr. Jordan specializes in supporting women of color leaders in higher education and emphasizes the importance of leadership development for this group. Dr. Jordan also explains the concept of design thinking and how it can be used to unlock innovative...
Nov 12, 2024•28 min•Ep. 116
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, your host Dr. Ernest Wayde speaks with Reginald Jackson, an executive coach and veteran, shares insights on leadership and effective communication in various sectors. He emphasizes the importance of leading with logic, removing emotion from decision-making, and focusing on the mission. Jackson highlights the need for trust in relationships and the delegation of tasks to empower employees. He also discusses the significance of executive presence a...
Nov 05, 2024•31 min•Ep. 115
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Kolmstetter , the Chief People Officer at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Dr. Kolmstetter offers insights into her role and the importance of a people-first culture in organizational success. Dr. Elizabeth Kolmstetter is an industrial and organizational psychologist with over 30 years of public service. As CISA's Chief People Officer, she leads initiatives to enhance workf...
Aug 27, 2024•27 min•Ep. 114
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde chats with Dr. Robin Stacia , a clinical psychologist, consultant, and founder of Sage Consulting Network . Dr. Stacia shares her expertise in governance, leadership, and organizational behavior, focusing on the role of executive boards in organizational success. Dr. Robin Stacia specializes in governance and leadership consulting. With a background in clinical psychology, she has over 25 years of experience and has transitioned ...
Aug 20, 2024•28 min•Ep. 113
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde chats with Dr. Joe Lasley , an assistant professor at the University of Southern Maine and founder of Gamenamic Leadership . Dr. Lasley uses role play to transform leaders, combining leadership studies, organizational behavior, and game design to foster personal and team development. Dr. Lasley discusses his journey from gaming enthusiast to leadership expert, exploring how role-playing games can be powerful tools for leadership ...
Aug 13, 2024•25 min•Ep. 112
In this episode of the Second Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde speaks with Colonel Kris Saling , a leader in people analytics, talent management, and customer experience. With over 20 years in the US Army, Colonel Saling drives data-driven initiatives to optimize talent strategies and human resource management as the director of innovation for the US Army Recruiting Command. Colonel Saling shares her journey from studying emergent behaviors and complex systems to leveraging psychology and data...
Aug 06, 2024•29 min•Ep. 111
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde hosts a conversation with Dr. Kathy Bittner, an empathetic consultant, and coach specializing in senior executive leadership potential and performance. Dr. Bittner leverages her extensive background in industrial-organizational psychology to help leaders develop through executive assessment, coaching, and development, incorporating unique methods such as scenario roleplay and simulations. Dr. Kathy Bittner is an expert in talent ...
Jul 30, 2024•28 min•Ep. 110
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde hosts a conversation with Dr. Robin Graff-Reed. Dr. Graff-Reed is a former supervisor, colleague, and friend from his days at the Department of Veterans Affairs. With over 20 years of experience leading and consulting in the second-largest government entity, Dr. Graff-Reed brings a wealth of knowledge in organizational consulting, executive coaching, and leadership development. She is currently the president-elect of the Ohio Psy...
Jul 23, 2024•26 min•Ep. 109
In this episode of the "Psych in Business" podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde delves into the intricacies of organizational change management. We return to Dr. Emily Carter, the acting CEO of Blue River's Hospital, as she navigates the complexities of implementing a new electronic health record (EHR) system. This episode emphasizes the importance of an organizational change strategy and the pivotal role of executive leadership in successful change initiatives. Dr. Emily Carter realizes the necessity of p...
Jul 19, 2024•6 min•Ep. 108
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde hosts a conversation with Dr. Jena Booher , a business psychologist and social scientist who specializes in the tech sector. Jena is widely recognized as a strategic advisor to startups nationwide, working in industries like commercial real estate, retail marketing, and digital health and wellness. She is the founder of JEM Advisors Group. Interestingly, Jena's career began as a sales trader at JP Morgan. Jena shares her unique j...
Jul 16, 2024•28 min•Ep. 107
In this episode of the "Psych in Business" podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde explores the psychological and practical aspects of managing change within organizations. We revisit Dr. Emily Carter, the acting CEO of Blue River's Hospital, as she faces the daunting task of implementing a new electronic health record (EHR) system within six months. This episode focuses on the emotional and behavioral responses to change and the strategies leaders can use to guide their teams through challenging transitions....
Jul 12, 2024•7 min•Ep. 106
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde hosts a conversation with Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick , a consultant, former pro drummer, and the managing director of Your Empowering Solutions. Grant shares his unique journey from being a professional musician to using psychology and neuroscience to help leaders develop effective behaviors, collaborative high-performing teams, and a people-driven organization. Grant's story is filled with pivotal moments, including his experiences ...
Jul 09, 2024•28 min•Ep. 105
In this episode of the "Psych in Business" podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde explores the emotional and psychological challenges faced by Dr. Emily Carter, the acting CEO of Blue River's Hospital, as she navigates significant organizational change. This episode delves into the application of practical psychology in the workplace, focusing on how understanding the personal impact of change can improve leadership effectiveness and employee relations. Dr. Emily Carter is tasked with the challenging impleme...
Jul 05, 2024•8 min•Ep. 104
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde hosts a conversation with Joy White , the Director of Clinical Operations at UCI Health Systems . Joy shares her journey from working in a furniture store as a child to becoming a leader in healthcare, driven by her personal experiences and passion for patient care. Joy's story begins with her son’s congenital heart defect, which inspired her to pursue nursing. Her career rapidly advanced as she took on leadership roles, emphasiz...
Jul 02, 2024•28 min•Ep. 103
In this episode of the "Psych in Business" podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde explores the challenges faced by Dr. Emily Carter, the acting CEO of Blue River's Hospital, as she navigates organizational change and employee relations. This episode dives into the application of practical psychology in the workplace, focusing on how leadership decisions and change management affect staff morale and organizational success. Dr. Emily Carter faces a significant challenge when she is informed that Blue River's H...
Jun 28, 2024•7 min•Ep. 102
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde hosts a conversation with Dr. Anna Kallschmidt, an expert on organizational culture and the unwritten rules of work. Dr. Kallschmidt discusses her research and experiences in various sectors, including the federal government, local government, and private companies, highlighting the importance of understanding and addressing cultural nuances in the workplace. Dr. Kallschmidt shares her journey from a small town in North Florida t...
Jun 25, 2024•29 min•Ep. 101
In this episode of the "Psych in Business" podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde explores the challenges faced by Dr. Emily Carter, the new acting CEO of Blue River's Hospital, as she works to improve employee satisfaction and organizational success. This episode delves into the application of practical psychology in the workplace, focusing on the dynamics between leadership and staff. Dr. Emily Carter initially struggles with communication, leading to defensive reactions from the nursing staff. To address ...
Jun 21, 2024•10 min•Ep. 100
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde hosts a conversation with Dr. John Reed and Dr. Karyn Edwards. Dr. John Reed and Dr. Karyn Edwards discuss their recently published article, "A Comprehensive Guide to Picking an Executive Coach." Dr. John Reed and Dr. Karyn Edwards bring their experiences and insights into the coaching industry, emphasizing the importance of quality and ethical considerations in executive coaching. Dr. Karyn Edwards, co-author of the article, sha...
Jun 18, 2024•31 min•Ep. 99
In this episode of the "Psych in Business" podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde discusses leadership changes at Blue Rivers Hospital following its acquisition by Optima Health System. Dr. Emily Carter, the new acting CEO, aims to improve employee satisfaction and profitability using the service profit chain framework. However, Dr. Carter's initial meeting with the nursing staff backfires due to a miscommunication, causing defensive reactions and frustration. The nurses express their dissatisfaction with se...
Jun 14, 2024•9 min•Ep. 98
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde hosts a conversation with Dr. Peter Stewart and Daniel Stewart from Stewart Leadership. The Stewart brothers discuss their experiences and insights into leadership development, drawing from their family business background and diverse professional journeys. Daniel Stewart, the President of Stewart Leadership, shares his journey from studying international relations to working in leadership development across various industries, i...
Jun 11, 2024•37 min•Ep. 97
In this episode of the "Psych in Business" podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde discusses the Service Profit Chain and its application in the workplace. He uses the fictional story of Blue River's Hospital to illustrate how employee satisfaction, customer loyalty, and profitability are interconnected. Dr. Wayde emphasizes the importance of storytelling in conveying practical psychology concepts and shares a detailed narrative of how Blue River's Hospital used the Service Profit Chain framework to understan...
Jun 07, 2024•8 min•Ep. 96
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde speaks with Dr. Courtney Worley and discusses her work as a training coordinator for the VA National Center for PTSD Training in Written Exposure Therapy. Dr. Worley provides consultation in cognitive process therapy and written exposure therapy to clinicians in diverse healthcare systems. Dr. Worley emphasizes the importance of considering individual, team, and system dynamics when implementing interventions. She shares examples...
Jun 04, 2024•21 min•Ep. 95
In this episode of the "Psych in Business" podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde discusses the importance of effective conflict management in the workplace. He provides practical tips for new managers on how to handle conflicts within their team in a way that minimizes disruption and promotes a positive work environment. Dr. Wayde emphasizes the need for active listening, clear and respectful communication, and the importance of remaining objective during conflict resolution. He also highlights the value of...
May 31, 2024•10 min•Ep. 94
In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde interviews Jamie Ramsden, CEO of Adastra Leadership and author of Let's Go! How Great Leaders Shape the Future. They discuss Jamie's new leadership model, which focuses on four dimensions: The individual, the team, the context, and the mission. Jamie emphasizes the importance of being a role model, building a community, making sense of the context, and shaping the future. He highlights the need for leaders to understand themselve...
May 28, 2024•33 min•Ep. 93
In this episode of the "Psych in Business" podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde discusses the importance of effective communication in the workplace. He provides practical tips for new managers on how to communicate with their team in a way that helps them to listen and understand. Dr. Wayde emphasizes the need for clear, concise, and respectful communication, as well as the importance of maintaining control of emotions and inviting feedback. He also highlights the value of active listening and the role it...
May 24, 2024•6 min•Ep. 92