The Trend Report - Insights on Office Furniture, Contract Interiors & Workplace Design

Send us Fan Mail Facing a host of challenges at the beginning of March 2020, my guest today, Tabatha and Meredith figured out what they needed to do to not only succeed but to thrive!  Today's episode is exciting and fun, but it's also packed with amazing value on how you can overcome the challenges that are put in front of you and thrive.  And, when you have the courage to step up and c...

Send us Fan Mail Burnout is something that all of us can experience, especially now.  In today's episode, I share with you the 5 types of burnout and 5 ways, but a bonus way, you can move through this and thrive! As a reminder, we're hosting another virtual networking event on August 4th at 4:00 PM Central. We'd love to have you join us.  Register at https://www.sidmeadows.com/netwo...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is a great conversation with my friend and fellow coach, Dr. Demetria Henderson!  In this conversation, Dr, Dee shares her story of how she went from the corporate world to becoming a professor then a Certified Professional Coach - and it's a really amazing story!  We also talk about importance of organizational behavior in the work place and how her coac...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is a replay of an interview I did with Bryan Lake of the Bridger Group.  This interview was conducted prior to the rebranding of their organization from Sales Consultants of Grand Rapids to the Bridger Group.  The information and tips Bryan shares in this interview are important and relevant to anyone that is currently in the job market - and give the rising n...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is a conversation between you and me!  It's a first for me and I know it's not perfect, but I'm sharing my passion for networking - especially the new way - the digital way! You can register for the event I mentioned at www.sidmeadows.com/networking .  Look forward to having you join us!! Thanks for joining us today and if you have any questions...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is a powerful discussion with Amanda Schneider, the President of ThinkLab - an industry leading research firm helping leads make informed strategic decision in their business.  Amanda is an industry thought leader and visionary and it was a pleasure to have her join me.  she shares some insightful information that will help you in your business.  To join their...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Vanessa DeKoekkoek, Global Training Manager at 2020 Spaces, and I chat about the impact of technology in our industry, what it's like leading a Global Training Team and she teases us with some NEW technology that will be release by 2020 in the coming months!  Hope you enjoy! Thank you for joining us today and if you have any questions, comments or sho...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is a fun, dynamic and engaging conversation with Laura Boone, Co-Founder and Principal of TurnerBoone, a Haworth Dealer in Atlanta, GA!  Laura and I talk in depth about ennegrams and business and how implementing this unique assessment had a positive change in her life, the business and with their team.  Hope you enjoy! Thank you for joining us today and if yo...

Send us Fan Mail Today's conversation with Ozzie Nelson, the CEO and Chairman of Nelson Worldwide is a great one!  Ozzie shares his story with us on how he got join his fathers firm in 1987 and over the next several years, grew it to become the 7th largest A&D Firm in the US.   During out chat, Ozzie talked about having a dream, determination and the creativity to color outside the lines...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is a conversation with Joel Ratekin, a Workplace Strategy Leader at TD Ameritrade!  During this interview, Joel and I discuss the impact of design on company culture, which then lead to a review of how he is leading the return to work journey for TD Ameritrade and their employees!   Thank you for joining us today and if you have any questions, comments or show...

Send us Fan Mail The second episode in our "CEO Chat" series!  In this conversation with Bryce Stuckenschneider, the CEO of Loftwall, we talked a little about his journey, what's happening in the workplace, the future of the workplace and what it's like to pivot and launch a lot of new products in a short time frame.  This episode is packed with energy and good conversations!  ...

Send us Fan Mail The first episode in a new series called CEO Chat!  We're I'll have a conversation with a variety of industry CEO to talk about their company, their products and all things related to the workplace!  In this conversation with Chris Evanstad, the CEO of Nevers Industries, we talked about his journey into the industry, the growth of the company and the future of the workpl...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Luke Asper of Asper Studio and talk about the trend of using video to develop and grow your personal brand as well as your business! Luke provide a ton of information on how to use video, as well as some tips and tricks to make your videos powerful and successful! During my chat with Luke, he referenced the book, Launch by Jeff Walker.  You can fin...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode was an unplanned, unscripted and an off the cuff conversation with my long time friend and fellow entrepreneur, Joe Stradinger.  Joe and I have a conversation about the "art of conversation", the impact of COVID19 and our mutual passion to help people! During our chat, Joe talks about power of conversation and highlights his company's flagship p...

Send us Fan Mail We are all dealing with loss in one form or another - right now!  Though it may seem taboo to talk about loss on a business related podcast, but the reality is, that each of us is experiencing some form of loss related to our family, friends and our business, due to the COVID-19 virus that is sweeping the country.  Melanie and I had a great discussion about identifying loss and th...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is packed with information and tips about leading through a crisis.  I had the pleasure to interview my friend, colleague and fellow coach, April Hamilton, who is a leadership expert, on how to lead your team, company and family through the current crisis.  However, all of the information that April shares in our interview is valuable in almost any situation....

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Trend Report Podcast!  We are really excited to share this with the Contract Interiors Community!  This is our 1st episode and we can't wait to share more with you in the coming weeks!   Your knowledge and understanding of Trends in our industry is critical to your success!  As we start this journey together, I'm going to share information, ideas, research...

Send us Fan Mail The Trend Report is your inside look at the people, products and ideas shaping the future of workplace design.  We explore the evolving world of contract interiors, office furniture, and workplace design. From the interior design industry to commercial furniture and the future of work, we share insights, trends, and strategies that keep the office furniture industry and the interi...