Human Capital Leadership

In this "Inspiring TED Talks" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Shawn Achor's 2012 TED talk, "The Happy secret to Better Work." See the video here: https://youtu.be/fLJsdqxnZb0. Video Overview: "It’s generally assumed we have to work to be happy, but what if we have it backwards? That’s the argument psychologist and CEO Shawn Ac...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Randi Busse about organizational culture and employee engagement to drive employee and organizational success. See the video here: https://youtu.be/tgxlv-qHxx0.  Randi Busse (linkedin.com/in/randibusse/), President of Workforce Development Group, has been helping employees to delight c...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Wendy Bjork about how we can become more accepting and understanding when an employee is diagnosed with a chronic illness, such as multiple sclerosis instead of causing them to hide it or fear disclosing their condition. See the video here: https://youtu.be/hpQUFKbPFPc.  Wendy Bjork (h...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Tina Berger about the transformative potential of deep listening and emotional receptivity. See the video here: https://youtu.be/JWBa0geJyBY. Tina Berger (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-berger-358103/) holds an MBA in Global Energy and advises Fortune 500 corporations through strateg...

In this "Forbes Feature" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Meg Whitman's recent Forbes video, "Never Compromise Your Integrity." See the video here: https://youtu.be/gy0DR33ow_E.  Video Overview: "To celebrate the 100th anniversary of Forbes we sat with the 100 greatest living business minds, including Meg Whitman, CEO of Hewlet...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Minna Taylor about public speaking, brand storytelling, executive presence, and leadership communication. See the video here: ????. Minna Taylor (https://www.linkedin.com/in/minnafoundereyv/) is the Founder of Energize Your Voice, a NYC based communication consultancy. With an experien...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Greg Alexander about how executive leadership can effectively and sustainably scale their firm, as well as how to choose the right time to exit the organization. See the video here: https://youtu.be/0MkGEHP20EY. Greg Alexander (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gpalexander/) is Founder of Co...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Irvine Nugent, Ph. D. about emotional intelligence and emotional triggers in the workplace. See the video here: https://youtu.be/pNWpRFxNeBo. Irvine Nugent, Ph. D. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/irvinenugent/) possesses fifteen-plus years in senior leadership roles in organizations of va...

In this "Throwback Tuesday" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover with Ken Knorr about how to intentionally build your company culture (Originally aired November 10, 2020). See the video here: https://youtu.be/UE9TnPRT9hE.  Ken Knorr (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kknorr/) is CEO and founder of the white label digital marketing company “That Company”. Yes, the company name is literally That...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Mialei Iske about why questions are so important in teams, businesses and in life. See the video here: https://youtu.be/AWMWINI5EuY. After 14 years in Corporate America, Mialei Iske (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mialei-iske/) embarked on a journey to improve her health and do a lot less...

In this "HBR Minute" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the recent HBR video, "How Cultures Across the World Approach Leadership." See the video here: https://hbr.org/video/5476393165001/how-cultures-across-the-world-approach-leadership. Video Overview: They vary in deference and decision making. For more, read "Being the Boss in...

In this "Inspiring TED Talks" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Brooke Deterline's recent TED video, "Creating ethical cultures in business." See the video here: https://youtu.be/wzicXbnmllc. Video Overview: "As Corporate Director for the Heroic Imagination Project (HIP), Brooke helps boards, executives, and teams at all levels...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Simon Sinek's recent video, "No One is an Expert in Leadership." See the video here: https://youtu.be/XGQo-Vge-WU. Video Overview: "I don't believe anyone is an expert in leadership - we're all students. Even the most accomplished leaders have an immense amount of curiosity. There is alw...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Katie Nall, Ph. D about stress triggers and emotional freedom technique. See the video here: https://youtu.be/MhvyXdAT1dI. Katie Nall, Ph. D. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/katienallphd/) is a Florida mathematician, a TEDx speaker, a professional member of National Speakers Association,...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Dr. Rosie Ward about guiding principles of rehumanizing the workplace. See the video here: https://youtu.be/58nDLSrcmiY.  Dr. Rosie Ward (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rward/) began her career in 1994 in the fitness industry as a group fitness instructor and personal trainer. She earned...

In this "Forbes Feature" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the recent Forbes video, "3 Ways To Balance Your Work And Personal Life Without Going Crazy." See the video here: https://youtu.be/UIlN7Nuwx6A. Video Overview: "Amid our changing world, many employees are struggling to create a healthy work-life blend—especially Millenni...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Michelle Graff about cultivating human resiliency and the compassion fatigued organization. See the video here: https://youtu.be/qLwoShhst0Y. Michelle Graff (https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-graff/) is the founder of Cultivating Human Resiliency and the author of The Compassion Fat...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Cate Steane about improving employee retention by showing concern for employees’ safety and wellbeing. See the video here: https://youtu.be/LlJ-oy2I0Ms. Cate Steane (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cate-steane/) is founder of Make It Happen Preparedness Services, which helps leaders of mid...

In this "Throwback Tuesday" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Liz Kislik about how conflict-averse leaders can deal with conflict responsibly (Originally aired November 12, 2020). See the video here: https://youtu.be/5tiHY_7GNzs.  Liz Kislik (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizkislik/) is a management consultant and executive coac...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with B.D. Erickson II about creating an exceptional organization culture within the highly technical sector of clean, renewable energy. See the video here: https://youtu.be/wkLHOUmneJk. As founder and CEO of Satic USA, B.D. Erickson II (https://www.linkedin.com/in/b-d-erickson-ii-a5362621/)...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Daralyse Lyons about her book, Demystifying Diversity: Embracing Our Shared Humanity. See the video here: https://youtu.be/iVB6eGnTKX4.  Daralyse Lyons (https://www.linkedin.com/in/daralyse-lyons-a331bb19/) is a journalist, an actor, and an activist. She has written more than two dozen...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Joe Santana about the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the shifting landscape of work over the next decade. See the video here: https://youtu.be/3740tIh_Nko. Joe Santana (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joesantana/) is Chairman of The CDO PowerCircle and the creator and host of...

In this "HBR Minute" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the recent HBR video, "What is Stakeholder Capitalism? Here's a Definition, and 4 Ways to Make It a Reality." See the video here: https://youtu.be/z4Kdwbdyye0.  Video Overview: "To solve big, global problems, companies must rethink capitalism and how they collaborate, argues...

In this "Inspiring TED Talks" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores the recent TED video, "3 Steps to Stop Remote Work Burnout." See the video here: https://youtu.be/PZr142ka96k.  Video Overview: "Too much screen time, too many video calls and too few boundaries make working from home hard for all of us. Podcast host and writer Morr...

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Simon Sinek's recent video, "Why Tech Is NOT Always The Solution." See the video here: https://youtu.be/4tT9H1kOAqg. Video Overview: "We rely extremely heavily on our workplace tech, but sometimes that reliance can become detrimental. We need to think critically about the problem we're t...