People Operations Conversations

Abstract: The modern workplace is undergoing a fundamental shift as highly skilled professionals increasingly prioritize meaning, mission, and flexibility over traditional career structures. This article examines how forward-thinking organizations are adapting through job crafting and impact-focused approaches that transcend hierarchical limitations. By implementing skill-based matching systems, f...

Abstract: This article examines how burnout has become normalized in contemporary workplace culture, analyzing its systemic causes and organizational impacts. It explores three key contributing factors: the rise of constant connectivity through digital technologies that eliminate work-life boundaries, performance-oriented cultures that breed chronic stress through metrics and comparison, and the b...

Abstract: This article examines how burnout has become normalized in contemporary workplace culture, analyzing its systemic causes and organizational impacts. It explores three key contributing factors: the rise of constant connectivity through digital technologies that eliminate work-life boundaries, performance-oriented cultures that breed chronic stress through metrics and comparison, and the b...

Abstract: Recent advancements in neuroscience reveal striking parallels between brain development and organizational dynamics, challenging traditional hierarchical structures in favor of self-organizing systems. This article examines how the brain's natural development through synaptic pruning—where initial neural overconnections are refined through experience—provides a compelling model for organ...

Abstract: This article explores the critical importance of self-awareness for organizational leaders and provides practical, evidence-based methods to cultivate it. Self-awareness is defined as having an accurate understanding of one's personality, strengths, weaknesses, thoughts, beliefs, motivations, and emotions, as well as how one is perceived by others. The article outlines three key componen...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jeff Eschliman about the secret to building great company culture. Jeff Eschliman is an executive coach with 30 years of experience from combat in Iraq to the corporate boardroom. Personal development, consistency and a tenacious work ethic are hallmarks of Jeff’s leadership style. Jeff communicates crystal clear vision and bold expectat...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Luis Báez about how to inspire employees, build engagement, and drive real results. Luis Báez is a Revenue Enablement Strategist + Sales Coach dedicated to serving executives and sales leaders at businesses. In 2017, after years of working in some of the biggest Silicon Valley startups (think LinkedIn, Google, Uber, Tesla, and more), Lui...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Chad Miller about practical ways leaders can shape their company culture. Chad (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-miller-1521559/) loves to help others live life abundantly (experiencing increased purpose, joy and success), creating environments where leaders and their employees thrive by bringing together insights and lessons learned fro...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dr. Rosalind Cohen about broadening how people view commonalities to create cultures of inclusion and belonging. Dr. Rosalind Cohen (a.k.a. Dr. Roz) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosalindfcohen/) is an entrepreneur, speaker, author, and a “Connectifier” who helps organizations build inclusive, radically connected cultures of belonging tha...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Patrice Meagher about how employers can best support working moms. Patrice Meagher is the Founder and CEO of MilkMate, an all-in-one multi-user pumping system purpose-built for the workplace wellness room, and advisor on employee wellness solutions. After pumping in the workplace while juggling being a mother of four children and high-po...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Ash Beckham about their book, How to Live with Courage and Become an Everyday Leader. Ash Beckham is an inclusion activist whose TEDx Talk “Coming Out of Your Closet” became a viral sensation. Her intrepid, relatable, and intrinsically comical style has made her an in-demand speaker, including events at Microsoft, Lockheed Martin, Bank o...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jim Fielding about the recent retreat from corporate DEI initiatives. Jim Fielding (www.linkedin.com/in/jimfielding), a proud Ohio native and Indiana University Hoosier, started his career on the department store floor. Over the next 30 years, he would lead some of the world’s most beloved media and retail brands, including The Gap, Disn...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Ted Bradshaw about his book, Stop Chasing Squirrels: Six Essentials to Find Your Purpose, Focus, and Flow. Ted Bradshaw (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tedbradshaw/) served as an executive with Xerox and IBM, then left the Fortune 500 world to explore the thrills of entrepreneurship. What he found was a long string of success that looked gr...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jessica Pryce-Jones about her book, INTUITION AT WORK: Using Your Gut Feelings To Get Ahead. Jessica Pryce-Jones is author of INTUITION AT WORK: Using Your Gut Feelings To Get Ahead. Pryce-Jones started her career in finance where she learned about numbers, strategy and leadership. After ten years in the corporate world, she completed a...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Lisa DeAngelis about her book, Embracing the Unknown: Exploring the Pathways to Change. Lisa DeAngelis (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-deangelis1/ ) is a holistic change practitioner, author, teacher, and speaker. She is passionate about building meaningful relationships and helping others live authentically. Her debut book, Embracing...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Erica Keswin about her book, The Retention Revolution. Erica Keswin is a bestselling author, internationally sought after speaker, and workplace strategist. Her first two bestselling books Bring Your Human to Work: 10 Surefire Ways to Design a Workplace That’s Good for People, Great for Business, and Just Might Change the World (McGraw H...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Artem Koren about pioneering the way forward in artificial intelligence at work. Artem Koren (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akoren/) grew up and lived most of his adult life in New York City. He graduated from Columbia University with a degree in Computer Science. He later attended the NYU Stern School of Business where he earned his MBA....

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Misha Rubin about facilitating meaningful intentional changes at work and in life. Misha Rubin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/misharubin/) is a career educator, and CEO of The Career Leap. He helps executives and professionals reinvent careers, find dream jobs and thrive at work. He was a Partner at Ernst & Young, where he spent 15 fruitfu...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Alison Jones about gender diversity in the chemicals world compared to gender diversity in other STEM fields. Alison Jones (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-jones-0b08a51/) joined ICIS in 2020 after 18 years at Bloomberg, where she ran the investment research business. At ICIS she plays significant role in championing the business...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jodi McPherson about the impact of AI on entry level work. Jodi McPherson (www.linkedin.com/in/jodimac) is a visionary and experienced leader in the ed tech and talent sourcing space, with over 25 years of building and launching innovative SaaS business models. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Work Simplr, she has created a next-generation f...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Keith Goode about how leaders can leverage people/HR data more effectively. Keith Goode (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-goode-9a83571/) is Vice President of Products and Services (ZeroedIn Technologies) - Workforce Intelligence. The digital world is growing exponentially, but how is all of this data impacting an organization’s most va...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tom Geraghty about goals and incentives - from the cobra effect and perverse incentives. Tom Geraghty (https://www.linkedin.com/in/geraghtytom/), the CEO and founder of Psychological Safety (powered by Iterum Ltd), is a trailblazer in the realm of psychological safety. With a diverse background that encompasses scientific research, techn...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Ryan Tamminga about how human resources can leverage automation to drive employee engagement. Ryan Tamminga is the SVP, Product and Services, at Alchemer. Ryan has over 15 years of experience in both industry and consulting roles with Fortune 100 companies across products, media, resources and healthcare sectors. He has a proven track re...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jennifer Nash about her book, Be Human, Lead Human, How to Connect People and Performance. Jennifer Nash, PhD, MBA, PCC (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjennifernash/) is an executive advisor, leadership expert, and consultant to Fortune 50 organizations such as Google, Ford, Exxon Mobil, JP Morgan, IBM, Boeing, and Verizon. She is Founder...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Inez Robinson-Odom about their book, The Silent Rebellion: Becoming a Modern Leader. Inez Robinson-Odom (https://www.linkedin.com/in/inez-odom-52b94413) works in media, education, executive coaching and social justice. She is vice president of professional development for TEAM LEWIS, and is based in San Diego, California.  Learn more abo...