The Flourish Podcast

What Is the Real Competitive Advantage in Today’s Workplace? In today’s economy, leaders are searching for the edge that will move their organization beyond survival—and into sustained performance. In this episode of the Flourishing Workplace Podcast, we go deeper with Dr. Wayne Hammond to unpack what he calls The Flourishing Advantage. This conversation explores why flourishing isn’t a “soft” ide...

Is There a Business Case for Flourishing? Does investing in wellbeing, psychological safety, and culture actually deliver measurable results—or is it just a “nice to have”?In this episode of the Flourishing Workplace Podcast, we’re joined again by Dr. Wayne Hammond to tackle a question every CEO, executive, and people leader is asking:👉 Is there a real return on investment in building a flourishi...

What does it really mean to flourish at work? In this episode of the Flourishing Workplace Podcast , we sit down with Dr. Wayne Hammond , psychologist, researcher, and founder of Flourishing Life Technology, to explore the science—and lived experience—behind human flourishing. Dr. Hammond shares how his work shifted from a traditional “fix what’s broken” approach to a strengths-based model focused...

How AI Is Transforming Diagnostics, Patient Trust & Clinical Decision-MakingAI is rapidly reshaping healthcare—from diagnostics to therapy to how patients build trust with their providers. In this conversation, we unpack the emerging reality: patients are increasingly willing to trust AI-generated insights, sometimes more than their clinician. And that shift is redefining expectations in both...

Empowerment, Agency & Mental Health: What Regulated Industries Must UnderstandIn this insight-packed conversation, we explore a critical driver of mental health that many workplaces overlook—a genuine sense of empowerment and agency. Research shows that when people feel they can make decisions, contribute meaningfully, and exercise ownership in their role, their wellbeing, engagement, and perf...

Why People Really Stay in Their Jobs (And How to Build Teams That Don’t Want to Leave)In this episode, we break down one of the most overlooked drivers of job retention—and it’s not salary, perks, or even career progression. It’s connection. Drawing on current workplace research, we unpack the three critical factors that predict whether someone stays or leaves:✅ A healthy, supportive work environ...

In this episode of The Flourishing Workplace Podcast, host Abe Brown joins Dr Jan Jaffer CEO & CVO of Trek Dental, talking all things gratitude, patient experience and healthy workplace culture.🎧 Tune in and discover how to build a workplace where people belong, grow, and contribute fully.🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more leadership insights, team strategies, and workplace cultu...

In this episode of The Flourishing Workplace Podcast, host Abe Brown joins Daryl MacAvena, President of Performance Freight Management, for an insightful discussion on the future of mental health in the workplace.🎧 Tune in and discover how to build a workplace where people belong, grow, and contribute fully.🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more leadership insights, team strategies, and...

When it comes to building a culture that truly supports workplace mental health, there are challenges—and incredible opportunities—along the way. In this episode of The Flourishing Workplace Podcast , host Abe Brown sits down with Daryl MacAvena , President of Performance Freight Management, to unpack how one leader transformed his company culture by prioritizing vulnerability, genuine care, and p...

Discover how vulnerability, mental health, and mental fitness initiatives boost team longevity. Strategic investments yield stronger workplace culture, higher employee engagement, and better retention. Improve your ROI now. In this episode of The Flourishing Workplace Podcast, host Abe Brown sits down with Daryl MacAvena, President of Performance Freight Management, to unpack how one leader transf...

Life often takes us on unexpected journeys, and Daryl Mcavena’s voyage from the world of sports to logistics exemplifies this truth. Originally, his passion was firmly rooted in the fitness and sporting industry, backed by a degree in sports administration. However, a shift in circumstances at the city of Calgary, heading towards privatisation, prompted a career rethink.  This is when he found him...

The Flourish Podcast Ep. 107 - Life Advice From 11x World Champion Martial Artist Maeghen Cotterill

YOUR GUT KNOWS THE WAY – ARE YOU LISTENING?Ever had that feeling—the one you can’t explain but you know it’s real? That gut instinct that says something’s off, or maybe even that it’s time to make a big move? I was talking to someone recently who’s a bit skeptical about spirituality. He started complaining about a client who wasn’t paying an invoice, and then casually said, “I had a gut feeling sh...

WHAT IF THE ONLY THING STANDING BETWEEN YOU AND SUCCESS… IS YOUR VOICE? You’ve got the wisdom of Solomon, the ideas of Elon Musk—but if no one hears them, do they even exist? Opportunities don’t just land in the laps of the brilliant. They go to those who speak up, stand out, and own their space. So, are you going to keep watching the world pass you by, or are you ready to claim the platform that...

The Flourish Podcast Ep. 104 - A Simple Strategy to Calm Your Nerves and Experience FlowEver feel like your own brain is the biggest roadblock to your success? You step up to speak, lead, or take that bold next step… and suddenly—💥 BOOM—your nerves take the wheel.🔥 Your heart pounds.🔥 Your thoughts spiral.🔥 That little voice whispers, “What if I mess this up?”And just like that, doubt wins. So...

WHAT IF SIX MONTHS COULD CHANGE EVERYTHING? You’re not just hoping for change—you’re living it. What happens in these six months? 💡 Transformation. Not just a sprinkle of motivation, but a full-blown, deep-rooted shift. And here’s the kicker— it’s not me transforming you. It’s YOU. I’ll be growing too (because, let’s be real, I’m all in with you), but this is your journey. Your goals. Your dreams...

Hey, hey! Welcome back to the show! Today, we’re diving into something that affects every single one of us—our thoughts. Did you know that your brain fires off 65,000 to 70,000 thoughts per day? That’s right. And if you’re not careful, those thoughts can either be your biggest fuel… or your biggest roadblock. I’ve been there. I know what it’s like when your mind is running wild—overthinking, doubt...

🎤 STOP WAITING FOR PERMISSION—SPEAK UP & TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE! 🎤 I used to think… ❌ I stammer too much to speak. ❌ I don’t look the part. ❌ I don’t have the right education. ❌ I come from poverty—I don’t belong in this space. But here’s what changed EVERYTHING: I stopped waiting for permission. 🚀 🔥 I accepted myself. 🔥 I let go of the labels. 🔥 I took action—despite the fear. And when...

🎤 WHO IS A PUBLIC SPEAKER? 🎤 (Hint: It’s NOT just politicians, CEOs, or big-stage trainers.) 💡 If you speak to ONE person… you’re a public speaker. 💡 If you lead a meeting… you’re a public speaker. 💡 If you communicate in a group… guess what? You’re a public speaker. Because every time you speak—💥 energy is transmitted. Through your voice. Through your body language. Through your expressions...

🚀 WANNA KNOW WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS? 🚀 (Not in the back row, that’s for sure.) Magic happens OUTSIDE your comfort zone. 🎤✨ Maybe right now, your comfort zone is whispering: ❌ “I don’t like speaking.” ❌ “I’d rather stay quiet.” ❌ “I’ll just sit at the back and watch.” But here’s what I KNOW… 🔥 You’ve got SOLUTIONS inside you. 🔥 You’ve got ANSWERS people are searching for. 🔥 You’ve got HE...

🎙️✨ The One Skill That Never Goes Out of Style: Communication. It’s 2025, and yes, the world has changed in countless ways since the 1950s. But you know what hasn’t changed—and never will? The fact that as human beings, we are communicators . We are connectors . We’re wired to live, thrive, and grow in community , not isolation. 🌍💬 No matter what you do—public speaking, politics, real estate, i...

🎥💡 Burnout Isn’t Just About Work—It’s About Relationships. Let’s get real: burnout isn’t just about a bad job or a busy schedule. It’s rooted in three critical relationships: 1️⃣ Your relationship with yourself. Your identity, self-talk, past experiences—everything that shapes how you see YOU. 2️⃣ Your relationship with those closest to you. Whether it’s your partner, best friend, or trusted con...

Sometimes, the thing holding you back isn’t the challenge—it’s your mindset. Here’s how I learned that the hard way: My manager set a sales contest: $8,000/month for 3 months. I hadn’t even done $1,000 in one month! I called him to complain, and he told me, ‘If you think you can’t, then you won’t.’ 💥 That moment? Total perspective shift. I stopped focusing on why I couldn’t and started focusing o...