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We're adding one more episode to our AI, Workplace and Culture series. Dr. Wendy Smith has spent her career studying paradox and it turns out that's exactly the lens we need for AI right now. We opened the conversation with a Threads post from @samanthahoilett.writes: "It's so hard to talk about AI because the people who love it don't wanna talk about its limitations and harms...and the people who...

We're wrapping up Season 4 and our AI, Workplace and Culture series with a look back at our biggest takeaways from each guest. This is a quick, practical roundup of what stuck with us, what we've already put into action, and why this conversation isn't going anywhere. What We Cover Martha Shaughnessy , Founder & CEO of The Key PR – Communication has to be at the table early, especially during...

We're closing out our AI and Culture series with Nikki Silvestri , CEO and Founder of Soil and Shadow, international keynote speaker, and environmental advocate. Nikki has spent her career asking hard questions about who benefits and who bears the cost, and she brings that same lens to AI. This conversation covers environmental impact, personal responsibility, and what it means to lead with ethics...

This episode is for leaders and individuals who know AI is changing everything — but aren't sure where to start, or why their organization's adoption keeps stalling. We sat down with Jordache Johnson, founder and CEO of Never Tech Behind, to break down what AI fluency actually means, why most transformations fail, and what it takes to build a culture where AI works for your people, not around them...

Andrea Jordan is the Founder and CEO of Empathium, and she's building something radically different in the AI space. While everyone else is focused on automation and efficiency, Andrea is building emotionally intelligent AI for the moments that matter most. What we loved about this conversation is Andrea's willingness to sit with the tension. She's not blindly pro-AI, and she's wrestling with big...

We're kicking off our AI Workplace and Culture series with Martha Shaughnessy, founder and CEO of The Key PR. Martha isn't just observing the AI transformation—she's living it. Her firm works with tech startups building with AI, and she's implementing AI tools in her own company. What we really appreciated about our conversation is Martha's refusal to give easy answers. She's both optimistic and p...

Welcome to our AI Workplace & Culture series! Over the next four episodes, we're diving deep into the real impact of artificial intelligence on work, culture, and leadership. We sat down with four incredible experts who are doing transformative work at the intersection of AI and their respective fields. This isn't about fearmongering or hype—it's about understanding what's actually happening o...

Welcome back! In our first episode of 2026, we share how we spent our two-week company break, why we structure intentional pauses into our business, and what intentions we're each setting for the year ahead. What We Cover Company break structure – CoCreate Work closes three times a year with everyone off at the same time. Resisting productivity creep – Why we chose to stay offline instead of "just...

In this special year-end episode, Chloe shares her top six TikTok creators who have brought inspiration, insight, and joy to her feed throughout 2025. From heartwarming dog rescue stories to powerful career pivots, these accounts offer valuable perspectives that extend far beyond social media entertainment. Featured Creators: 1. Simon Sits (@simonsits) Creator: Isabelle Klee Isabelle fosters dogs...

La'Kita shares her favorite podcast episodes from 2025—the ones that taught her something new, challenged her thinking, and offered frameworks she immediately put into practice. All episodes feature guests (a nod to the power of co-creation), and each brings lessons on bold leadership, thinking bigger, and living authentically. Coming next: Chloe's top TikTok creators of 2025. Episode 1: How to 10...

This episode is our last combined episode of the year, and we're closing it out by sharing the books that shaped our thinking, challenged our perspectives, and kept us turning pages late into the night. From nonfiction that gave us language for the work we do to fiction that transported us to other worlds, these are the reads that resonated most with us in 2025. La'Kita's Top Reads On Tyranny by T...

This episode is for anyone staring down the end of the year wondering if they "succeeded"—comparing themselves to external markers, measuring their worth by what didn't happen, or feeling behind despite doing the work. We explore how to define success on your own terms, celebrate what actually matters, and set yourself up for meaningful progress ahead. The Big Question How do I define success as I...

This episode is for anyone who finds themselves caught off guard in meetings or difficult conversations—when your chest tightens, your mind races, and you struggle to respond from your best self. We talk about why activation happens, what to do in the moment, and how to build capacity so these moments happen less often. The Big Question What do I do in the moment when I'm having a conversation and...

This episode is for anyone who feels pressure to excel at everything and worries about exposing their weaknesses. We talk about why trying to be good at all things is exhausting and unsustainable, how to identify and own your actual strengths, and how to build teams where people operate in their zones of genius instead of striving for impossible perfection. The Big Question What if people see the...

This episode is for anyone who feels that nudge toward something new and isn’t totally sure how to move forward. We talk about how to trust the calling, work through limiting beliefs, and put real structure around your next step. The Big Question What am I being called to do next, and how do I actually get there? What We Cover Trust the vision – If you have the idea, it’s for you. That calling is...

Welcome to a special episode of The Co-Creators Podcast! This week, we're diving into a question that could change everything: Why should you invest in yourself? You may have noticed we didn't release an episode last week—and here's why: we were walking the talk! We invested in ourselves by attending a powerful retreat with our coach and coaching collective, and what we experienced was too good no...

This week, we're exploring how leaders can navigate unexpected disruptions and rapid change, drawing from The Prepared Leader  by Erica H. James and Lynn Perry Wooten. The Big Question: How can leaders stay grounded and prepared when change hits fast? The 9 Skills of Crisis Management Phase 1: Detection Sense-making - Scan for early warning signs Perspective-taking - Gather diverse viewpoints...

We are re-sharing this episode from Season 1 about burnout as we are seeing a lot of it right now with our clients and partners. If you would like to hear more about burnout, check out Season 1. In this conversation, we wanted to remind you of the five non-traditional signs of burnout we highlighted in our very first episode: Key Contributors of Burnout You’re too far away from impact You are not...

This week, we're challenging the deficit-focused mindset that dominates work culture and exploring why celebrating wins is essential for sustainable success and growth. The Big Question: Why do we celebrate wins? The Core Reasons: Affirmation for the future: Celebrating wins proves you can achieve what you set out to do, building confidence for future challenges. Gratitude and ownership: Acknowled...

This week, we explore why asking for help feels like admitting defeat and how this mindset keeps us isolated when we could be achieving breakthrough results through collaboration. The Big Question: Why do I treat asking for help like admitting defeat? The 4 Key Blocks: Fear of being a burden: Remember that people generally want to help, and healthy relationships require reciprocity—let others cont...

This week, we talk about the tension between going all-in on your biggest goals and avoiding burnout—especially as we see conversations about "the great lock-in" trending. The Big Question Can I square ambition and sustainability, or do I have to choose one over the other? The 4 Steps Get intentional about your vision: Write down your short-term and long-term goals, both personally and professiona...

This week, we dig into a line we hear often from leaders and founders: I’m not sure I can do this. The Big Question What do you do when the next step feels bigger than your current confidence? The 3 Moves Gather evidence from your wins: List three moments of exponential growth. For each, name what about you made it possible. Set a clear intention: Write and say: I am going to do this. I will figur...

Welcome back to Season 4! This week, we discuss a question we hear frequently from our coaching clients: What does it mean when you have all the authority on paper, but still feel like you can't make decisions? The Big Question What does it mean when you are in the position of authority, but you don't feel like you can make decisions or feel empowered? The 3-Step Process to Reclaim Your Authority...

In this episode of The CoCreators Podcast, we dive into what co-creation really means and how to put it into practice. Whether you're a consultant, an HR leader, or a founder building your culture from the ground up, this episode offers the essential principles that guide effective, sustainable co-creation at work. We share our definition of co-creation and why it’s more than collaboration. We wal...

We’re kicking things off with a fresh name and an expanded vision. In this episode, we share why we’ve rebranded to The CoCreators , what co-creation means to us, and what you can expect moving forward. We’re here for founders, HR leaders, and anyone committed to building culture with intention—and we’re so glad you’re with us. Resources: Leading through growth takes intention. Our capabilities de...