The Jon Harrison Podcast

On this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast, the team announces the upcoming JH Portal launching July 7th - created in response to client requests for more touchpoints and a centralized place to stay connected. Inside the portal you'll find: • Session materials and reports • Upcoming workshops and events • Practical resources and tools • Courses and on-demand content • Personalized recommendations...

Jon Harrison continues his conversation with Dr. Kevin Rindal on workplace health and performance, focusing on practical nutrition and wellness strategies for busy professionals. Rindal encourages tracking food intake with tools like MyFitnessPal to build awareness of nutrition habits and emphasizes making small, sustainable changes rather than following restrictive diets. The discussion also high...

Jon Harrison welcomes Dr. Kevin Rindal to discuss his transition from working with elite athletes including the U.S. Olympic Swim Team and U.S. Women’s Ice Hockey to helping utility, construction, and maritime companies reduce injuries and improve workforce readiness. Inspired by seeing his grandfather worn down by physical labor, Rindal developed “body maintenance” frameworks that apply simple, a...

Host Christy Frazier, joined by Melissa Dunn and Jon Harrison, discusses how leaders and employees can navigate workplace disruptions like mergers, layoffs, and downsizing. They stress addressing the human impact first through empathy, communication, and one-on-one support, while quickly stabilizing operations through clear processes, retraining, and accountability. The conversation highlights the...

Christy Frazier, Melissa Dunn, and Jon Harrison discuss how to stay positive when culture or process change feels slow and inconsistent. They stress managing expectations - culture change is a marathon built over decades by celebrating small victories, setting realistic timelines, and recognizing the emotional cycle of change. Leaders must act as cheerleaders, tailor support to different team need...

On this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast, host Christy Frazier, Jon Harrison and Melissa Dunn, discuss some of fears about AI “taking over” jobs but emphasize there have seen similar disruptions (computers, ATMs, outsourcing, call centers) before. They highlight that media-driven fear should be replaced with focusing on what can be controlled: becoming valuable through human skills like communi...

On this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast, the group discusses how workplace stress spills into personal life and argue that “balance” is not a 50/50 split but constant adjustment as demands shift. Jon emphasizes addressing stress early by talking before it “blows,” and leaders proactively checking in with employees rather than waiting for them to ask for help. The group notes individuals own th...

Host Christy Frazier, with Melissa Dunn and Jon Harrison, discusses what to do when a high-performing employee is promoted into leadership but struggles - whether due to difficulty shifting from “doer” to leading others, toxic or values-misaligned behavior, or poor results and team dissatisfaction. They stress first diagnosing the specific failure (behavior vs. performance), then addressing issues...

Jon Harrison, Christy Frazier, and Melissa Dunn use Indiana’s unexpected undefeated national championship season to explain how workplace culture drives results. Jon shares that Indiana was historically one of college football’s worst programs until a new coach, Kurt Cignetti, reset the culture by setting a bold vision, raising standards, and reinforcing clear expectations and accountability. They...

In this podcast, Jon and the team discuss how accountability is crucial to having a good culture. Your best employees don't want to work somewhere where people can get away with poor behavior and poor work. Upcoming Events:https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events Statistically, every year about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of course, that's bad for business, but it also spills over into the...

In this episode, the Jon Harrison team discusses ways to establish a healthy work environment. They teach about the importance of clearly setting shared values, taking personal responsibility, and slowly working our way towards achieving workplace goals one step at a time. Upcoming Events:https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events Statistically, every year about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of...

On this episode of the podcast, Jon, Melissa, and Christy talk about how the decisions you make as a leader often have ripple effects. Even more so than a vision statement, the small actions you take as a leader can have some of the greatest impact on your company's culture. Upcoming Events:https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events Statistically, every year about 70% of people are disengaged at work!...

On this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast, Jon and the team give advice on how to set good goals. The kind of goals that can be measured, the goals that actually make a difference for your personal life and your organization. They also talk through different strategies for making sure these goals are accomplished. Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events Statistically, every year a...

In this episode, the Jon Harrison team discusses their plans and hopes for 2026 at the company. Their plans are focused on finding more ways to help the business they work with implement the VIP way. Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events Statistically, every year about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of course, that's bad for business, but it also spills over into the home l...

The Jon Harrison team reflects on their year at the company and discusses some of the principles of leadership that were especially relevant to them this year. The team uses real-world examples they saw this year to teach others how to lead better. Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events Statistically, every year about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of course, that's bad for...

Nobody likes being told they're doing something wrong, but it’s essential to becoming better at anything. In this episode, the Jon Harrison team gives advice on how to better receive constructive criticism. They also talk through a performance review within the company to help others understand the best ways to effectively deliver constructive feedback.  Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip...

On this episode, Jon and the team discuss how to take responsibility for your own training when it’s not being offered by your company. They provide ideas for affordable training resources and offer guidance on how to approach a conversation when requesting skills training.  Listen to our episode on becoming the kind of employee every leader wants to promote: [Insert Link Here] Upcoming Events: ht...

The team discusses several ways that employees can escape the bare minimum mindset and lead themselves to a promotion. They also share some of the advice they give their own kids when teaching them to go the extra mile at work. For more information about the 7 Characteristics of a Star Training, email melissa@jonharrisonvip.com Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events Statistically,...

Jon, Madeline, Melissa, and Jason discuss how to hold people accountable in a way that improves and doesn't destroy company morale. They share insights and personal stories about how getting awkward early in these conversations can lead to more positive results. Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events Statistically, every year, about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of course,...

In this episode of the Jon Harrison Podcast, we’re joined by Saundra Cooksey, Director of Human Resources at Water Tech , to dive into why so many companies miss the mark on onboarding—and how to fix it. Saundra shares how Water Tech’s intentional approach, from day-one culture introductions to 90-day mentoring and check-ins, has helped them maintain an incredible 1% turnover rate. She explains wh...

In this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast, Jon, Madeline, Melissa, and Christy talk about the importance of assuming positive intent when trying to understand the decisions that your leadership makes. It’s easy to build a false narrative that your boss is “out to get you” but by taking a step back, being open to trying new things, and asking clarifying questions, it's easier to understand where...

In this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast, Jon, Madeline, Melissa, and Christy draw from personal experience to discuss the importance of valuing diversity in career background when making decisions. They also provide practical guidance on how to make sure everyone feels empowered to contribute in meetings. Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events Statistically every year about 70%...

In this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast, Jon, Madeline, Melissa, and Christy discuss why diversity in the workplace isn’t something you should just do to be compliant; it’s a key way to make better decisions as an organization. The team also provides some insight as to how to best gather diverse perspectives and what to expect when different perspectives come into conflict. Upcoming Events: ht...

In this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast, Jon, Madeline, Melissa, and Christy discuss the problem that is overworking. They discuss how to recognize overworking and how it's different from putting in good hard work and effort. They also discuss the importance of recognizing and discussing when you see overworking in one of your employees. Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events S...

In this episode, Jon, Christy, Melissa, and Madelyn unpack the reasons behind employee disengagement—often labeled as “quiet quitting”—and what leaders can do to stop it before it becomes burnout or turnover. They explore common root causes like inconsistent accountability, a lack of support or recognition, and unclear expectations. You’ll also hear practical strategies for staying engaged, even w...