The WorkWell Podcast™

In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub , sits down with Selena Rezvani , author of Quick Confidence: Be Authentic, Create Connections and Make Bold Bets on Yourself . In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Selena talk about how to build confidence, believe in your own strengths and trust your intuition by taking small d...

In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub , sits down with Karen Eber , Chief Storyteller at Eber Leadership Group and author of The Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories that Inform, Influence, and Inspire . In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Karen talk about the art of public speaking and share advice from their own exp...

In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub , sits down with Karen Eber , Chief Storyteller at Eber Leadership Group and  author of   The Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories that Inform, Influence, and Inspire . In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Karen talk about the art of storytelling as a tool that can help leaders ins...

In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub , sits down with Dr. Gabriella Rosen Kellerman , physician, entrepreneur, and co-author of Tomorrowmind: Thriving at Work with Resilience, Creativity, and Connection—Now and in an Uncertain Future . In a wide-ranging conversation, Gabriella and Jen discuss mindset shifts and Microst...

In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive Global’s Human Sustainability Hub and Human Sustainability Leader at Deloitte, sits down with best-selling author and executive coach Brad Stulberg , author of the new book Master Of Change: How to Excel When Everything is Changing - Including You . In their wide-ranging conversation, Brad and Jen share mindset shifts and...

Work and our relationship to it is evolving. As workforce demographics shift, what employees prioritize for themselves and what they expect from their employer is also changing. Two recently released Deloitte reports, the 2023 Gen Z and Millennial Survey and the 2nd Annual Well-being at Work Survey , shed light on what leaders need to do to meet these evolving expectations. On this episode, Jen Fi...

In 1938, the Harvard Study of Adult Development was created to understand the secret to a long and happy life. While the study is still going on today, the findings uncovered that the quality of our relationships correlates directly to our longevity and happiness, and has provided insight into what we can do differently to live a longer and more fulfilling life. On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks...

Self-care is a popular term, but what is it really? Real self-care is hard work and involves making difficult choices in your own life. How can we change our mindset around self-care to ensure that we're taking care of ourselves and not just following the latest faux-wellness fads? On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Dr. Pooja Lakshmin , a board-certified psychiatrist, a clinical assistant pro...

Sleep is essential to our health and well-being, but millions of Americans have chronic or ongoing sleep disorders. With over 80 different sleep disorders in existence, it’s important that we all increase our sleep education and build more awareness in our communities. On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Lindsay Scola , speaker, writer, and part of the Rising Voices of Narcolepsy program at Pr...

Our relationship with work is complicated. We want to be successful and do well at our job, but we also want to live a full and energized life. Is it possible to do both, or can we only be successful at work if we sacrifice our well-being? On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Sara Ross , Chief Vitality Officer at the leadership research firm, BrainAmped , and author of the book Dear Work: Somet...

Personal time is vital to our health and well-being, but in modern society it's also difficult to find and manage. On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Eve Rodsky , Harvard-educated lawyer, and best-selling author of the books Fair Play and Find Your Unicorn Space , about how balancing domestic or professional work can help you regain interest in your own life.

Time is a precious resource, yet we live in a culture that constantly makes us feel like we never have enough of it. With only 24 hours in a day, countless distractions, and growing to-do lists, how can we make sure we are spending our time on the things that matter and give us joy? On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Cassie Holmes, award-winning teacher and researcher, professor of at UCLA's...

Many organizations have perks and programs designed to enhance employee wellness, but these efforts often miss the mark in actually boosting worker well-being. On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Dr. Richard Safeer , Chief Medical Director of employee health and well-being for Johns Hopkins Medicine and author of A Cure for the Common Company: A Well-Being Prescription for a Happier, Healthier,...

You don’t often hear the words work and play together. You couldn’t possibly be productive at work and have fun at the same time. Could you? Yes. On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Gary Ware , author of Playful Rebellion and founder of Breakthrough Play , about the importance of fun in the workplace and the gifts play can bring including vulnerability, quicker problem solving, and joy.

Climate change and the uncertainty about the health of our planet can be a source of stress for many. How can you manage climate anxiety, and do your part to save the planet? It starts by taking action. On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Heather White , author, founder, and CEO of One Green Thing about climate anxiety, generational perspectives and opportunities, and the adoption of a daily pr...

We all want success, but it can often come at the cost of burnout and exhaustion. The always on hustle culture pushes us to do more. But what we really need is rest, joy, and meaningful connections with others. On this episode, Deloitte Jen Fisher talks with Brad Stulberg , author of the best-selling book, The Practice of Groundedness and the co-author of the books, Peak Performance , and The Pass...

Anxiety is a daily struggle for many. In fact, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, 40 million Americans also live with it. To truly manage anxiety long term, you need to address your holistic well-being and better understand the root cause of your anxiety. On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Dr. Ellen Vora , board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist, yoga teacher,...

There are a lot of self-help philosophies out there, but some aren’t actually very helpful. We all want to become better people, but we also need to acknowledge that growth isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Mark Manson , #1 NY Times Bestselling author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck and Everything Is F*cked: A Book About Hope , about personal develop...

Building relationships are foundational to our humanity, but creating them with others, especially those that are different from ourselves, can feel challenging. On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Dr. Simran Jeet Singh , educator, author, and activist on religion, racism, and justice on tuning into our spirituality, empathy, and compassion to create connections with others.

Well-being has moved to the center of conversation. But moving from conversation to action with lasting impact can be difficult. By changing your mindset, you rewire your brain to help set you up for greater well-being and for true success. On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Thrive Global’s Chief Training Officer, Joey Hubbard , about importance of well-being, beliefs, and mindsets. Learn abo...

Parenting is one of the most rewarding, but also hardest jobs in life. All parents want to raise happy and healthy children. But modern society, social pressure, and recent challenges like the global pandemic can make it incredibly difficult. On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Dr. Becky Kennedy , clinical psychologist, mom of three, and author of Good Inside about parenting challenges, connect...

We all have experienced stress in one way or another. And for some, this stress can build up, and go far enough to where we experience complete burnout. But how can we help ourselves recognize what is causing us to feel burnout? On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Jennifer Moss , speaker, author, and workplace expert on finding the root causes and strategies that address burnout.

What we eat matters and the impact our diet has on our holistic well-being, including our mind, is sometimes forgotten. On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Tess Bredesen , Cognitive Nutrition Director at Thrive and the founder of Sia Health , on how nutrition can prevent cognitive decline and enhance our lives.

Incorporating healthy behaviors into our lives can be challenging. While there are a lot of behavior change and habit-forming strategies, what we think we know about making lasting changes is often outdated. On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Michelle Segar , author and the inaugural chair of the United States National Physical Activity Plans Communication Committee, about how to update our mi...

Are you a creator, connoisseur, or a passive onlooker of art? No matter the answer, you may be surprised that art serves as an important tool to help enhance observation and problem-solving skills. On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Amy Herman , a lawyer, art historian, and author of the books Visual Intelligence: Sharpen Your Perception, Change Your Life and Fixed: How to Perfect the Fine Art...