In today’s episode, we delve into the intricate dynamics of “Culture Clash” within organizations, where unexpected events like mergers or layoffs disrupt the harmony between leadership and employees, sending shockwaves through the company and impacting customer satisfaction. As an advocate for effective leadership and organizational well-being, I shed light […]
316: Is Culture Slip Unknowingly Infiltrating Your Company Culture?
In this episode, Heather delves into the often overlooked threat of “Culture Slip” within organizations, where even the most well-intentioned companies can fall victim to its subtle erosion of workplace culture. Through three key steps rooted in the principles of Caring Leadership, she explores how leaders can identify and combat […]
315: How Organizational Culture Deteriorates And What To Do About It
In this podcast episode, Heather challenges the belief that organizational culture is fixed by introducing a dynamic 3-step model – Culture Slip, Culture Clash, and Culture Collision. Culture Slip, described as a subtle erosion beneath the surface, is recognized as a silent culture crusher that demands strategic attention. Culture […]
314: Why Focusing on Work-Life Integration and Not Balance is Key to Success
Join us in this insightful episode with Michael A. Grace, President of West Virginia University Hospitals, as he shares over 25 years of healthcare leadership experience. From his role at UPMC Mercy Hospital to his current position, Grace discusses the philosophy of work-life integration, the transformative power of loving what […]
313: Navigate and Embrace Change With Success as a Team
In this podcast episode, Heather Younger, author of “The Art of Caring Leadership,” guides us through the essential steps to navigate and embrace change successfully as a team through the lens of caring leadership. Heather introduces a 3-step change model, beginning with the importance of ‘Setting Your Mind’ by overcoming […]
312: The People Side of Organizational Change
In this episode of the “Leadership with Heart” podcast, Heather R Younger shares a poignant story about a concealed Golden Buddha in Thailand, drawing parallels to the hidden potential within individuals and organizations during times of change. Reflecting on a recent retreat experience, Heather emphasizes the importance of recognizing and […]
311: Human-Centric Approaches in Government and in Tech
In this episode of the “Leadership with Heart Podcast,” Heather R. Younger engages in a compelling conversation with Tracey Barnes, Chief Information Officer at the State of Indiana. Together, they explore the critical importance of human-centric approaches in both government and the tech industry. Tracey shares his insights on leading […]
310: Why Coaches Should Get Active Listening Certified
In this episode, Heather has an insightful conversation with two of the six founding facilitators of the Certified Active Listening Program: Jen Fox and Chris McAuley. Chris McAuley has over 35 years of business experience as a successful manager, leader, and business owner, Chris experienced firsthand the value of creating […]
309: Why Leaders Should Get Active Listening Certified
In this episode, Heather has an insightful conversation with four of the six founding facilitators of the Certified Active Listening Program: Sherry Martin, Mike Chanat, Laurent Pierre JR, and Kaydie Paschall. Each of these accomplished individuals offers a distinctive perspective on their motivations for obtaining the certification and how they […]
308: What Is a Culture Team?
What Is a Culture Team? In this episode, Heather explores the pivotal role of employees in shaping and preserving a positive organizational culture. She introduces Culture Teams, emphasizing the intentional effort and employee buy-in required for great cultures. Heather highlights the responsibilities of employee-led culture teams, spanning cultural advocacy, employee […]
307: A Beginners Guide to Culture Change – An Interview with Christinne Johnson, First Bank
In this episode, join us for a captivating conversation with Christinne Johnson, a seasoned strategic leader with over 25 years of experience in the banking industry, formerly the CHRO of FirstBank. Having a wide range of knowledge in Human Resources, Christinne shares insights into her dynamic career, emphasizing her […]
305: Balancing Vision and Metrics: Tracey Jenkins’ Playbook for HR Leadership
In this engaging episode, Heather R. Younger interviews Tracey Jenkins, the HR leader for Sodexo’s sports and entertainment business in North America. Tracey discusses the impactful strategies that revitalized Sodexo’s growth after the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. With a workforce of over 26,000, predominantly casual or part-time, Tracey explores […]
703: Melinda Gates on Fighting for Gender Equality
Melinda Gates, cochair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and founder of Pivotal Ventures, is committing $1 billion over the next ten years to advance gender equality. She says evidence shows it’s the best way to drive economic development in nations and performance in companies. She shares her own […]
702: How Companies Like Google, and Alibaba Respond to Fast-Moving Markets
Dave Ulrich, professor at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, argues today’s companies need to replace old hierarchical models with he calls a “market-oriented ecosystem.” From research at Alibaba, Google, Huawei, Supercell, and others, he shows the impressive results of orienting teams and processes toward market opportunities. Ulrich […]
701: How to Be Less Distracted at Work — and in Life
Andrew McAfee, co-director of the MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy, explains how the U.S. economy is growing and actually using less and less stuff to do so. Thanks to new technologies, many advanced economies are reducing their use of timber, metals, fertilizer, and other resources. McAfee says this dematerialization […]