Transform Your Workplace

In this bonus episode of Transform Your Workplace, Suzi Wear takes over hosting duties and interviews Gina Riley about what's important to understand about the younger generation of employees, specifically those in Gen Z (born after 1990) and Gen Y (ages 26-41). The discussion touches on the concept of a "latchkey workforce" and the importance of understanding the needs and expectations of younger...

Listen in on a timely discussion with Marcus Sawyerr, a veteran in the recruiting industry and Founder and CEO of EQ Community. We'll discuss recent changes in recruiting, address blind spots, and get a glimpse into how technology affects diversity and inclusion during this evolving process.    TAKEAWAYS The recruiting process is evolving, taking the lead from consumer products. Employers need to...

Growth can be painful, but it's necessary when it comes to becoming an effective leader. In this episode of Transform Your Workplace , host Brandon Laws sits down with Dr. Richard Winters, ER physician and author of You're the Leader: Now What?: Leadership Lessons from Mayo Clinic . The two discuss Dr. Winters' approach to leadership collaboration, decision-making, and growth.   TAKEAWAYS The best...

On this bonus episode of Transform Your Workplace, guest host Al Nodarse interviews Alicia Chapman, CEO of Willamette Technical Fabricators . Chapman discusses the unique culture at her company, which includes benefits such as unlimited sick days and a commitment to supporting and promoting women in the trades. Despite being a newer company, Willamette Technical Fabricators has experienced rapid g...

Stuck in a leadership rut? In this episode of Transform Your Workplace , host Brandon Laws sits down with Jim Wetrich, author of Stifled: Where Good Leaders Go Wrong . The two discuss how to increase your effectiveness in today's changing modern workplace by adapting new leadership practices.   TAKEAWAYS Despite inevitable change, many companies continue to lean on prior leadership practices and p...

She's back! One of our favorite guests, Nicole Blevins is back to discuss retention strategies! The two discuss how positive experiences in the recruiting and hiring process create a network of candidates to fill future roles, retention and hiring bonuses, boomerang employees, and more!   A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST  🔊  Podcast:   Transform Your Workplace , sponsored by Xenium HR  🎙️   Host:...

In this uncertain economic climate, there's no better time than now to take the pulse on employee sentiment. In this episode of Transform Your Workplace , Brandon Laws interviews Soni Basi, Global Chief People Officer of Edelman. The two discuss the recent findings of Edelman's "Trust Barometer" and how employers can foster greater trust and connection in the workplace.   TAKEAWAYS Edelman's "Trus...

In this post-pandemic workplace, it's harder than ever to lead effectively. According to Ginny Clarke, executive recruiter and consultant, leaders must learn to connect with the needs of their people in an authentic way. In this episode of Transform Your Workplace , Ginny provides listeners with new takes on the Great Reshuffle, quiet quitting, recruiting practices, and top talent retention.   TAK...

Dive into all things HR with guest Anitra St. Hilaire, HR expert and VP of People at ThreeFlow. Gain insight into recent innovations in the areas of compensation, benefits, employee needs, remote and hybrid changes, and effective communication. If you're involved in any facet of HR, you don't want to miss this episode.   TAKEAWAYS To be authentic and effective, leaders must be closely aligned with...

Small changes over time produce big results. In this episode of Transform Your Workplace , Brandon Laws interviews positivity expert Neal Nybo, author of Workplace Positivity Guide and Workbook . Listen in to learn how incorporating micro-actions can be the catalyst for monumental change at work.    TAKEAWAYS Developing a third-person perspective of our thoughts helps us recognize our knee-jerk re...

On this bonus episode, guest and Xenium employee Nicole Blevins joins us for an exciting "ask me anything." From bad interviews to milking cows, we get a glimpse into the life and career of our HR Services Training Manager.   A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST  🔊  Podcast:   Transform Your Workplace , sponsored by Xenium HR  🎙️   Host:  Brandon Laws 📋  In his own words:  "The  Transform Your Workp...

Take a "room that's doom and gloom and make it KABOOM" with our latest guest, James Ferguson, author of The Confetti Culture Playbook: How to Boost Your Team's Contribution and Impact . Listen in and hear some leadership insight and best practices from an award-winning hospitality expert turned author, speaker, and thought leader.   TAKEAWAYS Too many businesses have spent the majority of their ti...

Are you stepping into a leadership role for the first time? If so, those who have gone before have some valuable insight to offer. In this episode of Transform Your Workplace , host Brandon Laws sits down with Alli Murphy, social impact podcast host and Director of Events and Program Development at Engage for Good, to talk about the 7 things she wishes she had known when taking on her first leader...

According to recent guest Bea Boccalandro, author of Do Good at Work , purpose is the greatest driver of workplace success. The world around us is "whispering its needs" to us — we need only set aside our wants and contribute to something bigger than ourselves. Don't think you can find a greater purpose in your work? Listen in and hear the surprising stories of those who have made it happen   TAKE...

Take a deep dive into the current market with guest Chris Cubbage, Founder of Retirement Advocates. In this episode of Transform Your Workplace , Chris provides listeners with an in-depth market analysis with discussion topics ranging from investing and housing issues to productivity and financial literacy — and everything in between. If you're wondering what's around the corner and how to prepare...

Quiet quitting may be a new term, but it's not a new concept. According to our most recent guest, the pandemic has exacerbated an age-old problem: low employee engagement and productivity. Listen in as Brandon Laws sits down with Joe Galvin, Chief Research Officer of Vistage, and the two discuss how to set high expectations and boost productivity despite the challenges of the hybrid/remote workpla...

What can businesses do to empower and develop the marginalized? This episode features a timely discussion on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with intercultural practitioner Rahimeh Ramezany. From her own experience as an employee to her observations of marginalized groups in the workplace, Rahimeh exposes the power plays at work within today's business world.   TAKEAWAYS Employers must align thei...

Ready to take your team to the next level? In this episode of Transform Your Workplace , Brandon Laws sits down with leadership and teamwork expert Natalie Dawson to discuss her book, Teamwork: How to Build a High-Performance Team . Listen in to learn all about best practices for engaging and developing people. TAKEAWAYS Leaders must figure out the balance between striving toward the goals of the...

At Xenium, it's always been about the people. We can't support you and your people without taking care of our own. Which is why we're so proud to announce the Portland Business Journal has awarded us with second place in their Oregon's Healthiest Employer program. In this bonus episode, Brandon Laws sits down with the President of Xenium, Anne Donovan, to discuss some of Xenium's wellness program...

A waymaker is an active leader who opens doors, removes barriers, and ushers people through to greater levels of contribution. In this episode, Brandon Laws sits down with Tara Jaye Frank, author of The Waymakers , to discuss the inspiration behind her new book, a roadmap for fostering workplace equity. Listen in and learn how to recognize and seize opportunities to interrupt systems and processes...

In this episode of Transform Your Workplace , Brandon Laws sits down with guest Leo Macleod — thought leader, consultant, and author of From the Ground Up . Listen in as the two discuss stories from Leo's new book about those who have gone from contributor to leader despite the challenges of climbing the corporate ladder.   TAKEAWAYS At the start of the typical career, we are taught to own a task...

Burnout has always been an issue, but with the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic, chronic stress has stepped into the forefront of the conversation about mental and physical wellness. In this episode, guest Jennifer Moss, author of The Burnout Epidemic , talks about the importance of recognizing and destigmatizing the chronic stress — worsened by the pandemic — so that we can find peace and productivi...

In this episode of Transform Your Workplace , Tiago Forte, author of A Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential , talks about his innovative, time-tested method for the organization of ideas. What he calls "building a second brain" is a process of organizing, storing, and reflecting on ideas — all to make an "external impact" in your...

Host Brandon Laws is joined by Xenium employee and HR expert Nicole Blevins! The two discuss Malcolm Gladwell's recent polarizing comments regarding remote work.  Sign up for Xenium's annual What People Want from Work survey   A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST  🔊  Podcast:   Transform Your Workplace , sponsored by Xenium HR  🎙️   Host:  Brandon Laws 📋  In his own words:  "The  Transform Your Work...

According to guest Donna Cutting, culture consultant and Founder/CEO of Red-Carpet Learning Worldwide, when businesses focus too heavily on the customer experience, they can lose sight of the "heart" of the organization: their employees. In this episode, Donna shares insights and best practices from her new book, Employees First , to help leaders inspire and engage their people with positive cultu...