Empowering Workplaces

Join hosts Sanja Licina, PhD, and Maddie Grant in an eye-opening conversation with Jordana Confino, a certified professional coach and positive psychology professor, on the risks of perfectionism. Jordana, founder of JC Coaching & Consulting, shares her personal journey of breaking free from the shackles of perfectionism, revealing insights and actionable strategies. In this episode, Jordana exami...

Join us on Empowering Workplaces as we explore a fresh perspective on the art of prioritization with Deena Kara Shaffer, PhD , owner of Awakened Learning and author of the book Feel Good Learning. In today’s episode, we talk about innovative approaches to managing urgency, value, and meaningful choices in the workplace and beyond. Dr. Shaffer’s insights will challenge your preconceptions and provi...

In today’s episode, our guest Kris Boesch, Founder and CEO of Choose People and Spirited Leadership, keynote speaker, and advocate for transforming workplace culture leads us on a captivating journey as we navigate into the realm of spirituality in the workplace.  Join us as we uncover the impact of integrating spirituality into our professional lives, fostering inclusivity, and redefining how we...

In this episode of Empowering Workplaces, hosts Sanja Licina, PhD, and Maddie Grant welcome Cassie Holmes , a professor at UCLA’s Anderson School of Management and author of the best-selling book “Happier Hour: How to Beat Distraction, Expand Your Time, and Focus on What Matters Most.”This episode might just transform the way you think about time and happiness in your professional and personal lif...

In today’s episode, we talk about the pivotal role that data and people analytics plays in considering whether to, or the best way how to have your workforce retun to the office. This topic has been top of mind for most employers for months now, with many still looking for a better way to make decisions on the best way forward. Join us for an insightful and data driven conversation with Serena Hua...

In today’s episode, Eric Ortega, Employee Experience Manager and Culture Coach at World Market, takes us on a journey through the company’s remarkable transformation, driven by the redefinition of their values, and how they use them to guide their culture transformation. Discover how they truly leaned into their employee feedback, navigated organizational change, and empowered their workforce to c...

In this episode, we talk about embracing your true self in the workplace, featuring our special guest, Erin Coupe , founder of Authentically EC, and whose personal journey from the corporate world to self-discovery serves as a powerful testimonial to the significance of staying authentic. Join us as we unveil Erin’s inspiring story, her strategies for self-exploration through journaling and medita...

Join Sanja Licina, PhD, and Maddie Grant as they engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Janet Pogue McLaurin , Gensler’s Global Director of Workplace Research, in this episode of Empowering Workplaces. Explore the transformative insights from Gensler’s 2023 Workplace Survey Report , uncovering the evolving needs and desires of employees in the post-pandemic era. Discover the balance betwe...

Join host Sanja Licina, PhD, along with special guests Jasenka Šabanović Facilitator & Executive Coach Facilitator & Executive Coach at The Fast Forward Group and Guille Santana , Marketing Manager at QuestionPro for an insightful exploration of the “Wheel of Life.”In this episode, we delve into the art of achieving work-life harmony and well-being.  Discover the transformative power of assessing...

Join hosts Sanja Licina, PhD, and Maddie Grant in this enlightening episode of Empowering Workplaces as they dive deep into the world of imposter syndrome with their esteemed guest, Aoife O'Brien, founder of Happier at Work . Discover how organizations can support job seekers in overcoming imposter syndrome and unleash their true potential.  Aoife shares her personal journey from the fast-moving c...

In this thought-provoking episode of "Empowering Workplaces," hosts Sanja Licina, PhD, and Maddie Grant engage in a fascinating conversation with the esteemed guest, Juana Bordas. As a leadership and diversity expert, author of " The Power of Latino Leadership, " and the founder of Mestiza Leadership International , Juana brings a wealth of knowledge and experiences to the discussion. The conversa...

In this episode, we sit down with Kori Gorman, director of catering and events for Entertainment, as we dive into the value of face-to-face meetings and the significance of building strong relationships in the corporate world. Discover how remote work has provided a unique opportunity to glimpse into the personal lives of employees, bringing a newfound sense of authenticity and human connection to...

In this episode of Empowering Workplaces, we dive into the crucial topic of psychological safety with renowned experts Dr. Karolin Helbig and Minette Norman, authors of the book “ The Psychological Safety Playbook .” With years of experience and research, our guests shed light on the importance of psychological safety and how it enables high-performing teams, fosters innovation, and cultivates a s...

Join us in today’s episode as we venture into the intriguing world of the Future of Work, together with our special guest Al Adamsen , CEO of My Future of Work and author of the Future of Work Study. This time, we explore the profound implications of technological advancements, AI, automation, and globalization on both organizations and individuals. Throughout our conversation, we emphasize the im...

In this episode, Maddie Grant reports from on-site in San Diego at the WorkHuman conference ("the world's most transformative HR conference") , where she interviews Tom Libretto, President at Workhuman , Khalil Smith,  Vice President, Inclusion, Diversity, and Engagement at Akamai Technologies , and Peter Church, Chief People Officer at Point32Health ,  about how to empower humans in the workplace...

 In this episode of Empowering Workplaces, hosts Maddie Grant and Sanja Licina, PhD, sit down with Jim Frawley, bestselling author of " Adapting in Motion " and TEDx Speaker, to discuss the exciting world of AI and how individuals and organizations can adapt to the changes it brings. They delve into Jim's insights on executive development, the impact of AI on different industries, and the need for...

In today's episode, we are joined by Meisha-ann Martin, Ph. D, Senior Director of People Analytics and Research at Workhuman, to discuss a specific way leaders can demonstrate their commitment to creating an inclusive and empowering work environment. Discover the hidden patterns and biases that affect diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and learn how people analytics can help bridge the g...

In this episode of Empowering Workplaces, hosts Sanja Licina, PhD and Maddie Grant discuss the impact of managers on employee mental health with Dr. Richard Safeer, Chief Medical Director of Employee Health and Wellbeing at Johns Hopkins Medicine and author of A Cure for the Common Company . The conversation centers around the surprising data point that 69% of employees say their manager has a big...

In this episode of Empowering Workplaces, we sit down with Claudia Miller , a sought-after career coach for women in tech, to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing women in the industry. Claudia shares her personal journey of navigating the corporate world as a first-generation college graduate and how she became a successful career coach. We delve into the importance of networking, deve...

In this episode of Empowering Workplaces, healthcare executive leadership coach and bestselling author Dr. Lizette Warner joins us to discuss the importance of authenticity and energy in leadership. Dr. Warner shares her background in healthcare and leadership development, and how she came to write her book Power, Poise, and Presence: A New Approach to Authentic Leadership . She explains the conce...

In this episode we chat with Jamie Notter , workplace culture expert and one of the brains behind the WorkXO Culture Assessment , which is part of QuestionPro Workforce Employee Experience Platform . Jamie shares some fascinating data about "culture patterns" that have emerged from collecting over 2m data points from hundreds of organizations.  Does your company suffer from "awkward collaboration"...

In this episode of Empowering Workplaces, we are joined by Andrea Hollingsworth, PhD , a Psychotherapist and former university Professor who works with organizational leaders to help build cultures of compassion in the workplace. With only 30% of workers responding with self-kindness versus self-criticism when they make a mistake a work, and just a half saying their manager supports them when they...

In this episode of Empowering Workplaces Marcus Sawyerr, CEO of EQ Community and HR tech expert joins us as we dive into the results of a joint study between QuestionPro and EQ Community where we surveyed 1,000 knowledge workers across the US to get a better understanding of their experiences with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace. With a focus our discussion on action and impact,...

In this episode of Empowering Workplaces, we have a special guest, Lou Adler, who is a renowned expert in recruitment and a top LinkedIn influencer. He will be sharing his insights on the most crucial question in hiring - “How do I hire the right people?” Join us as Lou, who is known as the “Sherlock Holmes of recruitment,” explores the importance of hiring and the impact it has on management and...

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing business environment, organizational culture and innovation are more important than ever. As the economy struggles and companies are faced with challenges, it’s crucial that we keep our focus on how the culture can remain a competitive advantage. In this episode, we are joined by special guest Daniel Strode , Group Director of Culture & Strategy at Banco San...