ReAudio: ReAssess Your Workers Comp Toolbox

Ever pondered about the radical change that an act of thanksgiving can bring about? This episode is all about expressing gratitude and illuminating lives by paying it forward, a concept beautifully depicted in the film "Pay It Forward". Our team at ReEmployAbility, including Rachel Kicak - our Learning and Development Manager, Justin Pierantoni - an Account Manager, Joanna Jewell - a Com...

Join us as we chat with Alisa Savoretti, the resilient founder and CEO of My Hope Chest, a charity that aids uninsured and underinsured women in managing the cost of breast reconstruction surgery post-cancer. Alisa spills the beans on their monumental 20th-anniversary rebranding, the thrilling success of their recent events, and the crucial role Hope Floats, their third-party event campaign, plays...

Are you ready to be inspired?  Factory OS does a lot of things differently in the construction world, but the biggest might be their hiring practices. Geared at giving people the training they need to succeed, they are improving people’s self-worth, one employee at a time. We sit down with Factory OS EHS Manager Trevor Bach and HR Payroll & Benefits Specialist Jeanne Roberts to learn how Facto...

Join us in part 2 of our series of A Veteran's Perspective. We delve into the captivating story of Mike May, a U.S. Army veteran turned account manager at Reemployability. In this episode, Mike provides a raw and insightful account of his service during the Global War on Terrorism in Afghanistan. He explores the complexities of his transformation from a soldier to a civilian, sharing with us...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to stare death in the face and come out the other side? Our guest, Mike May, a former serviceman with the 10th Mountain Division and now an account manager at Reemployability, lived through this very reality when his vehicle was hit by an IED explosion in Afghanistan. His recount of this life-altering event, the intense rivalry in his unit, and the emotio...

Some people know their calling at a young age. Shamine Linton’s childhood prepared her for her mission, although she didn’t grasp it at the time. It wasn’t until an illness struck her daughter that she realized the years she spent in service as a child herself would pay huge dividends to her community.  Imagine having the power to restore someone's confidence through a simple act of kindness....

When I heard the story of Jose, an Injured Worker placed at Martha’s Kitchen & Village for a modified duty assignment by ReEmployAbility, I was impressed by how his experience helped him in ways he wouldn’t have imagined prior to his injury.  There were positive unintended consequences. This opened the door to the story of Alexandra Vargus, then Volunteer Coordinator for Martha’s.  Her story i...

The biggest lesson I’ve learned in the 89 episodes we’ve done of ReAudio is that attitude is everything.  A positive attitude from an employer can make or break a modified duty assignment.  The attitude of an adjuster, with the benefit of an Injured Worker in mind, can influence the attitude of the employer and the injured worker.  But it’s the attitude (many times the ingrained attitude) of someo...

Have you ever found yourself sidelined by an unforeseen circumstance, grappling with the uncertainty of your future? Imagine the fear of a truck driver, Walter, who severely injured his shoulder and couldn't drive anymore. His journey of physical recovery also became a journey of mental resilience, as he navigated the uncharted territories of recovery and reemployment. Founder & CEO of Re...

What famous person would have you starstruck if you were to ever meet them? I’ve heard so many stories about people who have met their idols and then been disappointed to find out they are not as perfect as they thought. When someone overcomes great odds because of a life situation, we often think those people are somehow superhuman, but in most cases, if you meet them, you’ll realize they are jus...

This is the last episode of Season 2 and times are changing! ReEmployAbility’s Nonprofit Relationship Manager, Lindsey Bressi, helps us introduce the change in ReAudio’s format coming up in Season 3 with some great human-interest stories of Injured Workers overcoming apprehension, fear, frustration, and adversity to impact the lives of others.  Season 3 will be the best yet!

 Artificial Intelligence seems to be the flavor of the season. In news reports, blogs, podcasts, and even in Washington, people are telling us how things will be and what we need to be worried about.  If you’ve played around with Chat GPT, you may have found it interesting and fun. I’m sure you can also see how it can help and hinder our ability to do our jobs, learn and interact. So in this episo...

When Anthony Meza was presented with a Modified Duty assignment at a not-for-profit after an injury he suffered on the job, he was skeptical.  Turns out, however, the old lesson that it’s better to give than to receive is actually true.  He attributes a portion of his recovery to working with Muscular Dystrophy Association. 

ReEmployAbility is fortunate to have MDA as one of our nonprofit partners who take on Injured Workers as volunteers for their transitional duty.  The program with MDA offers return-to-work options for employees who need to work from home because of their more rural location or because of the extent of their injury.  This week we’re excited to be visiting with Wendi Dressen, Senior Director of the...

In part 2 of our series, we finish our discussion with David Weller and Caritas of Austin Volunteer Coordinator Hanna Garner. David is a Tesla employee currently working modified duty at the not-for-profit Caritas of Austin. David talks about why being assigned to a not-for-profit for his modified duty was beneficial to him, and Hanna explains how utilizing injured workers as volunteers help drive...

David Weller has changed lives after his life was changed when he hurt his back working at Tesla.  His work and attentiveness to the needs of others have provided a sense of hope for people.  For more information on Caritas of Austin, visit https://caritasofaustin.org/ .

This week we’re finishing up our conversation with Debbie Lundberg.  She’s a keynote speaker, coach, and much more. Debbie highlights how focusing on others, and giving of yourself will ultimately help you achieve your goals in ways you cannot imagine. Her company is called, “Presenting Powerfully” and you can learn more on her website, www.debbielundberg.com .

Debbie Lundberg is a great coach.  Through her company, “Presenting Powerfully” Debbie leads and guides, ultimately leaving it up to the individual to use their learning to benefit themselves.  She’s the real deal and I’m confident you’ll gain some valuable tips over the next few weeks by listening to our conversation.  Learn more about Debbie at https://debbielundberg.com/ .

It’s part 2 of our conversation with Bill & Mark from workcompcollege.com.  We’ll talk about how the whole-person recovery mindset can positively impact the bottom line of the stakeholders in Workers Comp and more of the “why” behind what workcompcollege.com is all about.  Learn how making the injured employee the center of all activity affects actions and attitudes and why that paradigm shift...

The movement towards a whole-person recovery mindset has been decades in the making but is now gaining momentum. But what does a whole-person recovery mindset mean? How does making the injured employee the center of all activity affect actions and attitudes? Why is that paradigm shift required for the recruitment and retention of Work Comp talent? Is it only the injured employee that benefits from...

 Rehab without walls takes a holistic approach to getting injured workers back to as normal of a life as possible. The story of Daniel Mendez is a bright example of their work. This is part 2 of his story. If you would like to contact Rehab Without Walls you can email Nelson. Gonzalez@rehabwithoutwalls.com or visit their website https://www.rehabwithoutwalls.com/ .

Danny Mendez’s story of recovery is truly amazing, especially when we understand the severity of his injuries and the small percentage he was given to even make it out of surgery alive.

How will 2023 be different from 2022?  What do we know that you don’t?  How will the economy turn out?   Focusing on what you can control and the positives in every situation WILL make your year better in the long run. You can use ReAudio to help you with this in the new year.  Check out Jon Gordon for 21 Tips for a Positive New Year and other super impactful insights here: www.jongordon.com.  

You may remember Tyler Hundley.  He was on ReAudio several months ago, talking about a volunteer trip to Peru where he helped build a playground.  He grew up in a military family and I was fortunate to have an opportunity to talk to him this week about what that was like, especially this time of year.  If you’re interested in helping military families, please check out these resources:  https://ww...

Melissa Ryckman has an uncanny way of ignoring the resistance in her head.  Never afraid to give life changes a shot, she became an over-the-road truck driver at age 45.  An on-the-job injury led her closer to her newest endeavor, which is making a tremendous impact on her local community.