Roti's journey as a corporate leader is an impressive one, including the immense talent development strategies, workforce planning for organizational effectiveness, and DEI practices he successfully assembled for 130,000+ global employees at JPMorgan & Chase. Yet, through it all, you might be surprised to hear who one of Roti's biggest inspirations is to this day! Tune in and learn from one of the most admired people leaders today. In conversation with Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Cul...
Jan 24, 2023•34 min•Season 4Ep. 3
In organizations today, there are endless conversations on how to support the people aspect. This discussion will reveal lessons we can all use from a suite of successful CEOs — a success stemming from a culture of caring for their people. Listen in to hear what it takes — and what it means — to invest in your people, how to foster a strong workplace culture and what these CEOs see on the talent horizon. Panelists: David A. Petersen, CEO, O.C. Tanner Josh Schwede, CEO, Spotlyfe Victor Wang, CEO,...
Jan 22, 2023•57 min•Season 4Ep. 2
As a student of eastern and western philosophical traditions for 30 years, Carson is now on a personal mission to thoroughly scale compassion for the masses through the use of different technologies, touchpoints, and more. Check out what has influenced this mission - and how compassion positively impacts so many aspects of your own life's journey. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides.
Jan 19, 2023•32 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Leaders often realize they don’t have all the answers. Yet, they have everyone looking to them. This “Rebels” episode explores the new pressures both the pandemic and the “Greats” brought on - and offers real wisdom on how to navigate this new landscape setting you, your organization, and your people up for a strong 2023! Panelists: John Ferguson, CHRO, NASCAR Edie Goldberg, Ph.D, Founder & President, E.L. Goldberg & Associates Paul Wolfe, Board Member & Strategic Advisor, Payscale M...
Dec 23, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 27
This 'Rebels With A Heart' episode is sure to fine-tune your leadership goals, skills, and tactics to take yourself, your career, and your people to the next level. With individual success from different areas, our Panel comes together with the perfect lens into the best attributes to be a successful people leader today, and for the future. Panelists: Stuart Crabb, Veteran HR, People, L&D Leader, Partner, Oxegen Consulting Jess Elmquist, CHRO, Phenom Anita Grantham, Head of HR, BambooHR Mode...
Nov 22, 2022•56 min•Season 3Ep. 26
This month’s ‘Rebels’ episode put the spotlight on the healthcare industry – and a much-needed evolution. There is no question moving forward healthcare systems will have to rely on innovation, fresh ideas, and out-of-the-box thinking to be sustainable. Listen in to learn more insights on this inevitable shakeup and what it means for our benefits, our healthcare. Panelists: Vicki Cansler, CHRO, Piedmont Healthcare Cheryl Forino Wahl, SVP, The MetroHealth System Kathy Douglas, SVP Clinical Strate...
Nov 16, 2022•56 min•Season 3Ep. 25
Robert Ellis has over 30 years of experience working with global companies—spanning startups, mid-stage, Fortune 500 giants, and non-profits— guiding leaders to take their impact to the next level at any stage of growth. His proven strength in coaching entrepreneurs and CEOs to become better leaders, think more strategically, create high-performing teams, foster future-friendly cultures, and deliver compelling presentations—including several high-profile IPO roadshows—has earned him praise from ...
Oct 30, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 3Ep. 24
Estrella Parker's journey to heartfelt leadership started as a young child which initially led her to Computer Science, but over time she started doing more organizational development work. In that transition, she has found that in order to really engage people, you need to engage both their minds and hearts. Listen in to hear Estrella's journey to doing more work in human performance, human behavior and organizational performance which has allowed her to engage people and connect them to the or...
Oct 26, 2022•32 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Mark C. Crowley Leadership Speaker, Consultant & Change Agent For Workplace Engagement & Culture, Author of "Lead From The Heart" With over 50mm people quitting jobs in the US in 2021 (& resignations on pace to set a new record in 2022), one thing’s emphatically clear: traditional leadership practices – methods that have been used to motivate workplace performance for over a century – are failing. Listen in to hear Mark's profound understanding of what behaviors truly move the needle...
Sep 12, 2022•32 min•Season 3Ep. 22
Listen to this month’s ‘Rebels’ episode for the latest best practices and insights from our amazing people leaders! In today’s workplace, we’re facing a constant demand for faster, bigger results. In this episode, our Panel discusses how to better utilize your energy that will awaken a new, powerful force in yourself and shape your organizational outcomes. Panelists: John Boudreau, Senior Research Scientist and Professor Emeritus, University of Southern California Cy Wakeman, President & Fou...
Aug 29, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Listen to this month's 'Rebels' episode to hear the latest best practices and insights from our amazing people leaders! Learn how to create a people-centric workplace and how to nurture a culture where employees are treated as humans first. Let's empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work, where they find real purpose and true fulfillment. Panelists: Mark Levy, Employee Experience Advisor, Public Speaker, and Social Impact Advocate Joy Rothschild, CHRO, Omni Hotels & Resorts M...
Aug 04, 2022•58 min•Season 3Ep. 20
Jamie Naughton Henriod Culture Consultant and Advisor, RESPONSIBLE As Chief of Staff and Head of Corporate Communications and Media at Zappos.com, and working alongside former CEO Tony Hsieh to bring to life his vision for a community-centric company culture and best-in-class customer service, Jamie was shown the importance of workplace culture and the employee experience and how it affects your brand. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides....
Aug 03, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Kathleen Steffey CEO/Founder, Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search From being in the talent industry for 25 years, Kathleen has seen many shifts in the industry with the biggest shift occurring in the past couple of years. This change has allowed people to choose the organization they want to work for and is no longer just a place to work. Listen in to hear Kathleen discuss how this is changing culture completely, and that organizations need change with it in order to attract and retain top ...
Aug 02, 2022•23 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Matt Arsenault VP of Corporate Development, Jamf As a Senior Strategic Executive known for thinking beyond the numbers, Matt believes that talent retention goes beyond just money. Listen in to hear Matt discuss how Corporate Development departments are finding that money is a driver but not the primary driver of an employee's happiness. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides.
Aug 01, 2022•26 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Roderick Jefferson Senior Vice President, Enablement, PRO Unlimited Following a substantial personal life experience, Roderick's perspective and outlook on life shifted drastically. Listen in to hear how this experience made him question how much you are giving up for what you are gaining. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides.
Jul 29, 2022•29 min•Season 3Ep. 16
Alain Hunkins CEO, Hunkins Leadership Group With a passion to kindle the fire of brilliance in individuals, teams and organizations to create a better world, listen in to hear Alain discuss why being human and having a more rich purposeful life is more valuable than any external possession. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides.
Jul 28, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Let's celebrate Pride Month! This conversation was around creating a workplace culture that is LGBTQ+ inclusive that goes beyond Pride Month and is a year-round commitment. Our panel of exemplar leaders discussed how to embrace inclusive and equitable practices to hire, support, and retain these individuals, recognizing and understanding the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ candidates and employees to set your company apart, and how to send a clear message that your organization is committed to DEI b...
Jul 09, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 14
Brandon Writtenberry Vice President at Aon As the Vice President for a global consulting firm called Aon, and also the incoming Director for the New Mexico Society of Human Resources, Brandon strives to make an impact every day. Listen to hear why it is important to always bring it back to the 'why' and how to make an environment a 'get to' not a 'have to'. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides
Jun 12, 2022•23 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Mary Grace Gardner Business Operations & Chief of Staff, Medical Safety and Innovation Intuitive As the Chief of Staff to executives in the medical device industry and Founder of The Young Professionista, listen in to hear how Mary Grace discusses the negative impacts of not recognizing the human and heart centered side of the people who are actually doing the work could have on your business and teams. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides...
Jun 11, 2022•26 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Arnaud Saint-Paul As a philanthropist and award-winning serial software, finance, and social impact entrepreneur for more than 20 years, Arnaud has been traveling throughout the world to study the different religions and philosophies in his relentless quest to understand himself. His life purpose is now to open billions of hearts and help them find harmony inside and out. Listen in to hear how Arnaud has let go of the unconventional to find his own truth. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, CE...
Jun 10, 2022•26 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Emily Peterson Director of Orientation and Strategic Initiatives, Flik Hospitality Group As a mother, artist, and teacher, Emily has found a way to be creative and fulfilled in all aspects of her life. Listen in as Emily shares about how being a rebel requires courage, stamina, and endurance. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides
Jun 02, 2022•35 min•Season 3Ep. 10
This month's episode focused on the "Leading from the back of the room" principle which is being discussed by people leaders who are in the front of the room and are starting to look at things from the back of the room. If done properly, and communicated in the right way, it enables teams to grow, gain confidence and be more productive. Panelists: Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerMedia Pat Wadors, Chief People Officer at UKG José Benitez Cong, Head of Talent Engagement at Humane Moder...
Jun 02, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 9
This month's episode focused on the hospitality industry, which has been drastically impacted and transformed over the past two years. Listen in as Nora, Arte, and Phil discuss how the pandemic has forced the hospitality industry to transform, and how leaders must address talent management during the Great Resignation. Panelists: Nora Tobin – Health & Wellness Partner, United Airlines – CEO, Nora’s Naturals Coffee Co. – Spokesperson, Marriott International Luxury Brands Arte Nathan – Previou...
May 18, 2022•55 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Listen in as John and Luis discuss how they have been champions of values, action, and finding purpose while climbing the corporate ladder and building their reputations in this Special 'Rebels With A Heart' Event. Panelists: John Staines – Partner, Calibre One Luis Gallardo – Executive Director, No Barriers USA Moderator: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides
Apr 20, 2022•40 min•Season 3Ep. 7
This month's episode marks the second anniversary of the 'Rebels' podcast. This time, the spotlight is on our Guide Community, who truly are rebels with a BIG heart and the cornerstone of what we do at LifeGuides. Panelists: Dr. Dave Hester – Mental Health Expert Erin Rozzelle – Attorney Carrie Lang – Educator Moderated by: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides
Mar 25, 2022•56 min•Season 3Ep. 6
JV Crum III CEO, Conscious Millionaire After making his first million at age 25, JV is on a mission to find his purpose and live it to give meaning to making money. As a mindset and strategy expert, he coaches and mentors entrepreneurs, service-providers, and coaches to make their First or Next Million. In this episode, JV shares the three levels of consciousness, and explains why leading from the heart is the only way to find a path to fulfillment. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, CEO, Lif...
Mar 15, 2022•28 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Richie Kendall Co-Founder + CXO, Goodworld With 10+ years experience in tech, B2B Sales, UX design, film/media, identity and storytelling, Richie has worked with industry-leading brands, and envisions a world powered by generosity, collaboration and compassion. Listen in to hear how Richie and his team of Rebels are helping companies understand that leading with purpose and social impact will build an enduring brand long term and place in the market. In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, CEO, Li...
Mar 14, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 4
This episode features a panel of Rebel Leaders who discuss how trust is now, more than ever, the foundation of conscious and caring leadership—and how organizations must reinvent themselves in the era of the Great Resignation to stay competitive in the Talent Marketplace! Panelists: Dave Ulrich – Partner, The RBL Group Whitney Johnson – CEO, Disruption Advisors Moderated by: Derek Lundsten, CEO, LifeGuides
Mar 01, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Whether your organization is in-person, hybrid or 100% remote, this new environment dictates the need to think differently around your organization's leadership dynamic, while maintaining and being 100% human centric. Creating this shift is exciting, not scary! And, it ultimately means the difference in creating truly engaged employees and thus, happy customers. Visit with Charissa and Shannon in this Special 'Rebels With A Heart' Event, as they reveal their journeys, speak to the necessary shif...
Feb 16, 2022•32 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Renew, Revive, Reset Are All Goals For A New Year. Yet, 2022 is gearing up to be a year with strong headwinds. Leadership is key! With our panel of people-first leaders, you’ll capture meaningful ways on how to reset for the new year, how to have a successful mindset – and how to make it the best year yet for your people. Panelists: Steve Browne, SHRM-SCP – Chief People Officer, LaRosa's Pizzeria Samantha DuBridge – VP, Global Benefits, HR Mergers & Acquisitions, Employee Mobility, Hewlett P...
Jan 26, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 1
