The Workplace Podcast in association with Dynamic Partners

Lisa Sun is the founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence. GRAVITAS offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to make over women from the inside out. In this episode our host William Corless and Lisa Sun discuss the core concepts of Gravitas, Self-Belief, Self confidence, Self assurance, Self worth. Also in this episode we le...

Mike Phillips is the Director of the Turner Endangered Species Fund (“TESF”), an organization that he co-founded in 1997 with Ted Turner. Mike is also a former Montana state senator representing District 31, which encompasses parts of his hometown of Bozeman and the surrounding area. In his work as an ecologist, Mike has spent much of his career studying and implementing the reintroduction of wolv...

Dr. Ruth Gotian, Chief Learning Officer at Weill Cornell Medicine, is a global expert in mentorship and leadership development. Recognized by Nature and Columbia University, she's ranked among the top 20 mentors worldwide and named to the Thinkers50 Radar List. Recently winning the Thinkers50 Distinguished Achievement "Radar" Award, she's the #1 emerging management thinker globally. A semi-finalis...

This episode’s guest is Lise Vesterlund. Lise is the Andrew W. Mellon Professor of the Department of Economics at the University of Pittsburgh and the Director of the Pittsburgh Experimental Economics Laboratory (PEEL) and of the Behavioral Economic Design Initiative (BEDI). She is a Research Associate with the National Bureau of Economic Research. A co-author of the acclaimed book, “The No Club:...

Join us in this episode as we delve into the world of leadership with Eddie Turner, a Harvard-trained leadership development expert and Principal Consultant at Linkage, a SHRM company. Eddie is on a mission to "Change the Face of Leadership" and contribute to creating "Better Workplaces and a Better World"™. Discover how he accelerates the development of leaders using the Linkage Purposeful Leader...

In our latest episode of The Workplace Podcast we delve into the topic of focus and attention. In this captivating session, titled "Rediscovering Your Ability to Focus," we explore the intricate dance of staying attentive in an age where distractions are just a click away.   William talk with our distinguished guest, Gloria Mark, who brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. As Chancellor’s Profe...

Tune in to hear the latest episode of The Workplace Podcast where William talks with Nicola Kirton—guardian of the revolutionary Kirton Adaption-Innovation (KAI) theory. With a legacy rooted in ground-breaking psychological research, Nicola is not only the daughter of KAI's founder; but also holds 35 years of advising SMEs and government programs in her ledger. Unpack the KAI framework—a tool that...

In our latest podcast episode, William had the privilege of chatting with Christine Porath, Visiting Faculty at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, renowned for her ground breaking research on helping people and communities thrive. Christine is not only a prolific contributor to the Harvard Business Review but has also graced the pages of the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, McKin...

In this episode William is joined by Marjorie Ingall the co-author of Sorry Sorry Sorry: The Case for Good Apologies. Marjorie is also the author of Mamaleh Knows Best and The co-creator of the apology watchdog website SorryWatch.com. This is a episode not to be missed as William and Marjorie discuss the art of the apology, covering many important topics such as: Is there ever a good or bad time t...

In this episode, William is joined by co-author of The Microstress Effect, Rob Cross. Rob is the Edward A. Madden Professor of Global Leadership at Babson College and the cofounder and director of the Connected Commons, a consortium of more than 150 leading organizations. He has studied the underlying networks of relationships within effective organizations and the collaborative practices of high...

In this episode we're shining a light on Author, Consultant and Speaker, Lisa Bragg! Living with the name Bragg, Lisa has had to master the art and science of self-promotion. She’s seen when being too humble has cost international deals and when bragging right has unlocked opportunities leading to untold fortunes. Lisa helps high-achievers of all sorts to be seen, heard and share their value with...

In this Episode William speaks with acclaimed science writer, Annie Murphy Paul. Annie’s insightful work has graced the pages of prestigious publications such as The New York Times Magazine, Scientific American, and The Best American Science Writing, just to name a few. Her expertise in the field is truly remarkable! In this episode William and Annie delve into her latest book, "The Extended Mind:...

In this latest episode of The Workplace Podcast, William is joined by Stefan Falk, renowned executive coach and human performance expert. With 30+ years experience ranging from McKinsey & Company to special ops and elite athletes, Stefan has helped countless individuals tap into the power of intrinsic motivation.   Not only has Stefan trained over 4,000 leaders worldwide and driven billion-dollar...

In this latest episode William is joined by Samantha Hardy to discuss the Fundamentals of Conflict Coaching. Samantha is the principal of Conflict Coaching International, and the Director and Lead Trainer for CCI Academy. She is an experienced mediator and conflict coach and the founder of the REAL Conflict Coaching System™. Sam has been accredited as a mediator under the Australian National Media...

In this latest episode William is joined by Dr. Rita Meyerson, a renowned organizational transformation and leadership development expert. Rita is currently serving as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Organization and Leadership in Columbia University’s Social Organizational Psychology Master’s Program and an an Advisory Board Member of the World Institute for Action Learning. She has successfull...

In this latest episode of The Workplace Podcast, William Corless (MA, MII, ACC) is joined once again by Dr. Marianne Roux . Marianne has 30 years’ experience as an HR Executive, Future of Work Strategist, Business School Professor and Board Director. She currently runs Roux Consulting, a leadership and transformation consulting firm, based in Ireland and teaches at several Business Schools around...

In this latest episode William sits down with  Carol Kauffman to discuss her latest book, "Real-Time Leadership". With deep research and a unique 2-on-1 coaching method , this book, co-authored with David Noble, offers valuable insights on how to turn your toughest challenges into triumphs and achieve exponential growth. Kauffman is known internationally as a leader in the field of coaching.  Mars...

To mark Neurodiversity Week, William is joined by Jess Meredith, a renowned neurodiversity advocate, trainer, speaker, and the CEO of Differing Minds. Jess is a proud ADHDer and parent to wonderful neurodiverse children. She is on a mission to create inclusive environments for those with a neurological difference such as ADHD, autism and dyslexia, from schools to the workplace, and beyond. Jess fi...

To mark International Women’s Day, William is joined once again by Sally Helgesen, to review her upcoming book, Rising Together. Sally is a renowned author, speaker, and leadership coach. She has been inducted into the Thinkers 50 Hall of Fame, which honours those whose ideas have shaped the field of leadership worldwide. She is also ranked number 5 among the world’s thought leaders by Global Guru...

In this episode William is joined by author Shanna Hocking to discuss her book ‘One Bold Move a Day’.   Shanna is a leadership consultant, philanthropic advisor, and keynote speaker with 20 years of experience raising hundreds of millions of dollars and leading large teams at organizations such as the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, University...

In this latest episode William is joined by keynote speaker and executive coach Deborah Grayson Riegel to discuss ‘How to Help People at Work’. Deborah is a consultant who has taught leadership communication for Wharton Business School, Duke’s Fuqua Business School, Columbia Business School’s Women in Leadership Program, and the Beijing International MBA Programme at Peking University. She writes...

Join host William Corless for this latest episode featuring an in-depth conversation with Karen Catlin, author of "Better Allies" and a recognized expert on diversity, inclusion, and workplace equality. With 25 years of experience as a vice president of engineering at Macromedia and Adobe, Karen has seen first-hand the decline in women working in tech and is dedicated to making a positive impact o...

William Corless is joined by author Melody Wilding in this episode about how to channel your emotions for success at work.     Melody Wilding is the best-selling author of Trust Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work . Named one of Business Insider’s Most Innovative Coaches for her ground-breaking work on “Sensitive Strivers”, her clients include CEOs, C-level ex...

Author and mediator Tara West joins host William Corless (MA, MII, ACC) in this episode to discuss The Mediator’s Approach.  Tara West is the author of The Mediator’s Approach: Five (and a Half) Paths Through Conflict and co-author of Self-Determination in Mediation: The Art and Science of Mirrors and Lights. She is a certified transformative mediator and conflict coach who has been trained in fac...

How can managers and leaders address racially fuelled workplace bullying? Zenica Chatman joins host William Corless in this episode to explore the topic of racially fuelled workplace bullying and what mangers and leaders can do to address it.   Zenica is a certified personal and executive coach. As a trained journalist and communications strategist, Zenica uses her unique background to help her cl...