Transform Your Workplace

This episode contains simple strategies for finding peace and gratitude amidst the chaos of working from home. With the unexpected arrival of COVID-19, many of us were sent home to work, where we have to try to be productive despite challenges like homeschooling our kids, managing our work schedules, and navigating neverending remote work obstacles. In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace...

Andy Storch, a talent development connector, consultant, motivational speaker, podcast host, and recently published author, offers advice for how to stop operating in reaction mode and start taking ownership of your career. In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Brandon Laws and Andy Storch dive into the topics discussed in Andy's first book, Own Your Career, Own Your Life. Own Y...

It's time to get proactive so that we can navigate these unprecedented times without drowning in fear, uncertainty, and negativity. After all, if we don't prioritize mental health, we will struggle to lead and serve others effectively in every area of our lives. In this episode, Emily Elrod and Brandon Laws offer their go-to tips and techniques for self-care during the current health crisis. By pr...

The thing about leadership is it's hard to explain, but when you're in the midst of good leadership, everyone in the room can see it and feel it. In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, guest Chance Stewart defines effective servant leadership and gives real and raw advice about how to know whether you're actually leading or you're simply "in charge." The goal of this podcast: to...

When it comes to workplace obstacles, awareness is the first step to overcoming them. In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Brandon Laws talks with leadership author, expert and consultant, Errol Doebler, who provides thoughtful leadership anecdotes and guidance for listeners. From his time as a Navy SEAL and FBI Special Agent to his current work as a leadership consultant, Erro...

In this episode of the "Transform Your Workplace" podcast, Brandon Laws interviews Brett Cooper and Evans Kerrigan, authors of Solving the People Problem , about how to build positive and effective workplace relationships. Co-founders of Integris Performance Advisors, a firm specializing in employee engagement and efficiency, Brett and Evan tackle the topics that all organizations grapple with dai...

In this episode, Charlotte Wiseman recounts her experience with workplace burnout and her eventual path to mental fitness. After years of work and study on the topic of healthy work-life balance, Charlotte decided to make a career of helping others with their own similar struggles, eventually founding a consulting firm of her own. Through her discussion with Brandon Laws, Charlotte redefines self-...

Want to bridge the communication gap between your team members? If so, join Brandon Laws as he and his guest dive into the critical topic of workplace communication, a key component to the success of any team. In this episode, Alissa Carpenter, multigenerational workplace expert and author, discusses tips and methods for open communication that will ultimately build a culture of inclusivity and th...

We all just want to have fun… but is the workplace really the right setting? In this unique episode of Transform Your Workplace , Brandon Laws gets the lowdown on the benefits of a playful workplace. His guest, Paul Lopushinsky, is a workplace play advocate and the founder of Playficient, a consulting company dedicated to helping companies invest in their employees. Even though it may have a bad w...

Have you ever felt that you, as an individual, your team, or the entire organization are working incredibly hard, but there's not much progress to show for it? Craig Lemasters calls this the "circle of stuck." In this episode with Craig Lemasters, author of Unstuck: How to Unlock and Activate the Wisdom of Others, you'll learn how to recognize when you're stuck and how to get out of the cycle of b...

Luis Gonzáles has been working remotely for many years, and he knows what it takes to bring teams together virtually. Tune in for an engaging discussion about breaking down silos in functional teams, how to create engaging discussions in virtual meetings, and how to make sure introverted contributors get their voice heard and feel included. More about Luis Gonzales Luis Gonzáles is a communication...

With good quality data, organizations can create effective strategies and make informed decisions. To better understand the data we have and the process of data analysis, econometrician, author, and speaker John Johnson joins us in this episode to talk about how to use data to make sound decisions regarding our employees. John H. Johnson is President and CEO of Edgeworth Economics and Edgeworth An...

In a bureaucratic organization, people are just hired to produce and produce… and produce more profits. When people are treated as instruments, they seldom give their best. How can people show up and bring their whole self to work if they don't feel significant and aren't given room to unleash their own genius? Bureaucracy is old-fashioned, and thus the age for organizations to be fully human is n...

Do you have any blind spots when it comes to your work and career? If your response is none, now you have one. Everyone has blindspots. As a leader, you need to be aware of your weaknesses as much as you are familiar with your strengths. Leadership blindspots can be a leaders' Achilles heel. However, like any other weaknesses, when brought to attention, can turn into your greatest strength! Turn y...

Technology has completely taken over our lives. It's everywhere, and we need it more than ever, especially right now that we're in the midst of a pandemic.  You can immediately access any information you need in just a matter of seconds through click or voice command. It certainly makes our personal and business activities easier and more efficient. And I'm certain that you're probably reading thi...

Introverts and extroverts work differently. Their environment plays an important role in how they show up at work.  Most companies don't really think about whether their workplace and culture are fit to cater to both extroverts and introverts. Mainstream company work culture tends to value extroversion over introversion. And this undermines the strengths of the quiet ones.  What if they have more...

Despite the efforts of companies to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and Culture, many still fail to make a meaningful difference. Leaders and top management should understand that people need a reason to bring their whole selves to work, their true identity, and their most authentic selves. How can we elevate organizational Culture and encourage our people to show up? If you'r...

A bad culture can corrupt good people. — Siobhan Mchale Do you ever wonder why big companies like Enron failed to make it despite being a top energy company at its time? Why did Nokia lose over Apple even though they have the technology to compete with them? It's more than a technology or a product problem. These organizations and their downfall had something to do with their culture. Culture is a...

Uncertain times bring out the real quality of a leader. As we face a new reality with the COVID-19, a new type of leadership is needed. It is during these times that leaders need to be more empathic while instilling confidence, but how do they do that given the situation? Join me in this episode, as Kate Carney, an experienced business consultant, lawyer, and strategic advisor, provides the answer...

It's no secret that the backbone of any organization is its people. Though they're the greatest asset of a company, employees are still treated indifferently.  The best investment you can make for your company is not automation, technology, nor data. It's your people! Join me in this episode as Brittany and I will talk about culture and how to change toxic company systems from within so that you'r...

"With the proper process, change is not hard." — Pam Marmon, No One's Listening and It's Your Fault As the workplace embarks on a new phase due to the pandemic crisis, leaders are expected to step up their game and rethink their communications strategy if they want to strengthen connections with their people and build a better culture of trust and engagement within the workplace. Effective communi...

Every single day, we make hundreds of decisions, consciously, and unconsciously. Some are small and some require more thinking. How we make those decisions will ultimately affect our lives and others. No one wants to be in a position where they have to make hard decisions. It's not always easy to make the right choice. When time is of the essence, even if the knowledge we have at that time is scar...

Leaders must be intentional about the culture they create if they want their people to engage and feel connected. Sadly, not all leaders are equipped with the right tools and training to take on such a task. In today's episode, Galen Emanuele, the founder of Shift Yes, joins us to talk on the concept of "Yes, And" to develop and transform leadership skills, intentional culture, productivity and pl...

Working more doesn't equate to more things getting done.  The average person spends about 70% of their waking hours looking at screens, commuting, or running errands, which doesn't leave much for living life. And when we do take breaks, what do we normally do? Stare at "screens" (again). It's no wonder people are stressed and burned out most of the time. Is it even possible to optimize our time, w...

Most people are thrown into management positions without any official training. And because a manager's role in a company is crucial and affects everyone, this can pose problems in the future. In this episode with Peter Economy, we tackle the lack of managerial training, poor management practices, and their corresponding solutions. Peter is a professional writer with 20 years of experience in his...