Happiness at Work

Inclusion is more than just a buzzword. It's good business. And, for the father-son founders of John's Crazy Socks, it's a lifelong mission.  We sit down with company founders John and Mark Cronin to discuss the keys to their success, and how their focus on inclusivity and engagement has changed their own lives, and the lives of their employees. They also discuss the importance of hiring different...

It's no secret that large corporations and organizations are embracing the concept of agile leadership, prioritizing people over processes and learning to see the value in change. But can agile leadership work for smaller and mid-size businesses, or non-governmental organizations (NGOs)?  Today we sit down with internationally recognized leadership trainer Ivo Haase, to discuss his work with small...

Change is inevitable. Some businesses prepare for it, some adapt to it, and others embrace it. Today we speak with Romain Olives, a renowned coach, thought leader, Management 3.0 facilitator, and CEO who has spent his career helping leaders understand the value of change, and build companies that are capable of thriving under any conditions. Learn more about Romain and his company Ihmisen here . C...

Many of us think of emotional intelligence as a personality trait, something that can be helpful in the workplace, but isn't necessarily vital. But what if it can be used to transform a company? Today we speak with renowned expert and author Harvey Deutschendorf about the power and potential of emotional intelligence, and discuss some strategies for boosting productivity, improving work-life balan...

If you have a career, chances are you've experienced failure. You've made mistakes, you've questioned your ability to do your job, you've wondered if maybe you shouldn't just give it up all up and try something new. Today's guest knows those feelings all too well. We sit down with Stephanie Brown, a renowned coach, founder and former executive with companies like Nike and Apple. She discusses her...

For years, companies around the world have been embracing "people-first" philosophies: the simple idea that happier employees drive better results. Lately, however, that idea is becoming more complicated. How can companies continue to put their people first, even while embracing artificial intelligence? How will AI impact workplace philosophies - and workplace culture - in the uncertain years ahea...

While we all deal with conflict in our personal lives, we often go to great lengths to avoid it at work. But what if, in our efforts to avoid conflict in the workplace, we're actually making things worse. Today we sit down with Stefan Stojković, a renowned coach, speaker, and agile leadership expert, to discuss the concept of functional conflict. Stefan also shares some practical strategies for le...

No one ever sets out to be a bad boss. And yet, the business world is full of them. The path to effective leadership is slippery, and the road to becoming a bad boss is often paved with good intentions. Today we sit down with renowned leadership coach Rob Kalwarowsky to discuss what it really means to be a bad boss, and how toxic leadership can radically impact employees' lives, both in and out of...

No matter where we are in our careers, or which industry we call our own, we're all united by one simple goal: to find joy in the work we do. But there is no one definition for happiness at work. We all see it just a little bit differently.  Today, we look at what happiness at work really means. We're joined by world renowned speaker, trainer, and Happitude at Work founder Aurelie Litynski to disc...

What do we really mean, when we talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion? Are they just corporate buzzwords? Are they opportunities for investment? Are they philosophies for recruitment or human resources? Or are they strategies for building happier, more welcoming, and more productive workplaces? Today we sit down with Kyle Samuels, a sought-after consultant, founder, and CEO who believes that...

 In a world where the pace of work feels as rapid as a cosmic voyage, thought leaders are pioneering solutions that defy convention. Today we unravel an unconventional gem: The unFIX model. Unlike traditional agile frameworks and self management approaches, unFIX introduces a paradigm focused on perpetual innovation and enhancing the human experience. We sit down with Jurgen Appelo, a trailblazer...

For many businesses, culture is a "tomorrow" concern. When we grow, when we scale, when we reach a certain number of employees... then we'll focus on our workplace. But what if your culture is the very thing holding you back from growth? Today we speak with Zach Montroy, Founder and CEO at The Intention Collective, and a leadership coach with over 20 years of experience at the executive level. We...

The world has always moved pretty fast. Recently, however, it seems to be picking up speed. Every time we adjust to a new way of working – or a new way of leading a team – a new, radical transformation appears on the horizon. Right now, it's AI and the rise of the robots. Tomorrow? Who knows.  Today we sit down with Doug Camplejohn , a renowned tech executive and startup advisor with more than two...

Whether at home or in the office, happiness is a personal thing. But are there any constants when it comes to happiness? What kinds of practices and activities seem to make everyone happy, regardless of where and how they work? Today we sit down with Jessica Weiss, a speaker and consultant who has spent the last 15 years researching happiness, and working with companies including Coca-Cola, Johnso...

What happens when people-first policies run up against the demands of a profit-centered world? Is it unrealistic to believe that companies can value culture as highly as they value sales? Or is it fantasy? Today we sit down with Catrin Lewis, a renowned author and workforce expert who has embraced that very idea. We discuss her work, her views on workplace culture, and her acclaimed books about un...

In the wake of the pandemic, many wondered if the radical workplace changes we saw would last, or if they would fade away as the world returned to normal. Now, three years on, we know for certain – many of these changes are here to stay. Employees and organizations have new priorities, new values, and a stronger sense of what they're looking for in a workplace. Workers want more freedom, more orga...

The world's largest trial of the four-day work week was recently conducted in the UK. And the results were hard to ignore. M any participants said that "no amount of money" could get them to go back to the way things were.  Today we sit down with  Juan Gutiérrez Plaza, an executive with the London-based company Scoro, which has fully and successfully adopted a four-day workweek. We talk about its...

Careers never follow a straight path. There are ups, there are downs, and there are wild circles and zig-zags.  But what happens when the path just... stops?  What happens when we get stuck in a position or a state of mind for so long that it begins to feel permanent? How can we shake off that feeling of paralysis, and get moving again? Today we sit down with Markus Neukom, a leadership coach, bus...

In business, we have metrics for everything. ROI, CPM… KPI's for every aspect of our products, our marketing, and our sales. But when it comes to workplace culture, many organizations seem to leave analytics behind.  Today we sit down with Anthony Vaughan, a prolific talent strategist, people leader, podcaster, and the founder of The E1B2 Collective, a company working to change how organizations v...

It takes a lot of effort to build a positive - and empowering - workplace culture, especially in today's world of digital offices and remote work. But what happens when things start to go wrong? How can leaders tell when their culture is faltering, and what steps can they take to get back on track? Today we sit down with prolific tech leader and workplace culture expert Anna Marie Clifton. She dis...

People often think of emotional intelligence as a personality trait. You're either born with it, or you're not. But emotional intelligence is a set of skills. It can honed and developed over time, allowing us to better understand ourselves, maintain positive relationships, and cope with major challenges in effective ways.  Today we sit down with Robin Hills, director of Ei4Change, a global organiz...

Happiness can mean different things to different people. For some, it's achieving a lifelong goal. For others, it's landing a dream job, or making an impact on the world or building a better life for family and friends. And for some, it's simply a long string of good days.   Today we sit down with Ian Sanders, a renowned storytelling trainer, professional optimism instructor, and author of the acc...

Why is it that, no matter how far we climb in our careers, so many of us struggle to find happiness? Why are stress, anxiety, and burnout so prevalent in our working lives? It turns out… we may have our brains to blame.  Today we sit down with  Ashish Kothari, founder and CEO of Happiness Squad and author of the bestselling new book "Hardwired for Happiness."  We discuss  the biology of fear, the ...

Here on the podcast we obviously believe in the concept of Happiness at Work – the power we all have to create more enjoyable work experiences for ourselves, and our colleagues. But we also recognize that work isn't everything. At the end of the day, we all want to clock out, take a deep breath, and enjoy our lives. The world, however, doesn't make that easy.   Today we speak with Katie Jefcoat, a...

Many organizations and business leaders see the internet as a tool, a way to expand their reach and connect with new customers, clients, and partners across the globe. Luis Adrian Salazar sees it a little bit differently. He and his fully remote company, SafetyWing, are working to build a "country" on the internet, removing the barrier of geographical borders to create equal opportunities, freedom...