Wellable Weekly

In this week's episode, Geoff sits down with Greg Hawks, keynote speaker, corporate culture expert, and bestselling author of Act Like an Owner . Drawing on 25 years of leadership experience and a framework born from running a nonprofit and managing rental properties simultaneously, Greg shares why most engagement strategies target the wrong employees, what it actually takes to build culture t...

In this week's episode, Nick and Geoff dig into two studies that challenge the dominant narratives around remote work and Gen Z in the workplace. New research shows remote work has plateaued at 26% of paid full-time days, while a survey of 18,000 US adults reveals that one in four Gen Z workers are depressed and quietly self-managing rather than seeking formal treatment. Key Takeaways Remote w...

In this week's episode, Nick and Geoff dig into a ⁠landmark Stanford study⁠ , which revealed that the AI tools many employers use to screen job applicants are introducing racial bias and locking the same candidates out of opportunities across multiple companies. They also discuss ⁠Uber's announcement that it's cutting 23% of its HR workforce⁠ . While the company claims AI has nothing t...

In this week's episode, Geoff sits down with Jamie Jackson, co-host of the #1 HR podcast, HR Besties , and founder of Humorous Misery Media . Drawing on over 20 years in HR leadership roles and a community of hundreds of thousands of HR professionals, Jamie shares why HR is so often misunderstood, what the current wave of benefit cuts signals about employer priorities, and how to navigate a po...

In this week's episode, Nick and Geoff dig into a single story with big implications for HR and workforce strategy. New research from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York challenges the narrative that AI is behind the Gen Z hiring crisis, pointing instead to remote work as the primary culprit.   Key Takeaways 64% of the rise in youth unemployment traces back to remote-eligible fields, directly...

In this week's episode, Nick and Geoff tackle the question every HR leader dreads: when a layoff is coming, what is the right way to communicate it? A World Cup roster cut gone sideways offers an unexpected lesson in delivering bad news. They also discuss two new surveys that reveal just how wide the gap has grown between what employees expect to earn and what they are actually getting.   Key...

In this week's episode, Nick and Geoff start by breaking down two stories about how AI is affecting the modern workforce. They dig into why Gen Z graduates are booing commencement speakers who tout AI's promise and discuss a company that suspended its 401k match mid-year to fund AI investment. They also unpack the Bolt CEO's headline-making decision to fire his entire HR team. Key Take...

In this week's episode, Nick and Geoff break down two headlines. First, they dig into the Fitbit Air, Google and Fitbit's new screenless wearable that's being called the Whoop killer. Then they tackle tokenmaxxing, the emerging workplace behavior of inflating AI usage to impress managers, and what Goodhart's Law tells us about tying performance metrics to AI usage.  Key Takeaways The Fitbit Air mi...

In this week's episode, Geoff sits down with Chase Sterling, founder and executive director of Wellbeing Think Tank , to explore what it truly takes to build a healthy workplace in today's environment. Chase brings over 20 years of workplace wellness expertise to a candid conversation about how organizations can build a healthy, resilient workplace even in uncertain times.  Key Takeaways W...

In this week’s episode, Nick and Geoff explore how companies are reallocating resources to fund AI projects and what that means for employees. From layoffs and voluntary buyouts to reductions in parental leave and other core benefits, they unpack the different strategies organizations are using to cut costs to fund token use, data centers, and other AI investments. The conversation also dives into...

In this guest episode, Nick sits down with Al Lewis, founder of Quizzify and the Validation Institute, to challenge long-held assumptions about workplace wellness. From his dramatic reversal on health screenings to a deep dive into GLP-1 education strategies, Al shares candid insights on what works and what does not in employee health. The conversation explores how a new, low-cost screening techno...

In this week's episode, Nick and Geoff dig into Mark Zuckerberg's effort to build a digital clone of himself for Meta's 80,000 employees—and what it reveals about where management is really heading. They explore Jack Dorsey's bold prediction that middle management will effectively go extinct and why a week-long trial period during the hiring process might be the antidote to an appl...

In this week's episode, Nick and Geoff dig into a BCG study of 1,500 U.S. workers that puts a name to something many employees are quietly experiencing: "AI brain fry". They unpack how the push to use more AI agents is driving cognitive overload, decision fatigue, and real productivity losses—and why tying compensation to AI usage metrics may be making things worse. They close with a...

In this week's episode, Nick and Geoff dig into a WallStreet Journal article about why working in America has become so joyless. They unpack the two forces driving workplace dissatisfaction—shrinking perks and the rise of AI—and explore the "AI engagement paradox," a concept gainingtraction that links AI use to lower social connection at work. They also share a practical example of h...

In this week’s episode, Nick and Geoff explore how shifting social behaviors among Gen Z—particularly reduced in-person interactions—are impacting workplace readiness. They dive into how employers can rethink development through in-person experiences and skill-building and how broader economic uncertainty is shaping employee sentiment, job mobility, and the need for continuous upskilling.  Key Tak...

In this episode, Nick sits down with Dave Kerrigan of BenefitPitch for the podcast's first ever guest appearance. Dave shares insights from 20,000 benefit professionals based on their search activity in BenefitPitch, revealing what employers and brokers are actually looking for, what's surprisingly popular, and what categories may be ripe for disruption.   Key Takeaways: Pet insurance and...

Nearly one third of employees say they would switch employers for GLP-1 coverage, signaling just how mainstream these drugs have become. In this week's episode, Nick and Geoff unpack the cost implications for employers; how clinical support programs can help manage those costs and increase value from the investment; and how HR leaders should think about coverage decisions based on their compan...

In this episode, Nick and Geoff review the fictional post-mortem report from Citrini Research that evaluates how we got to a June 2028 economy characterized by higher unemployment and lower stock valuations (hint: rapid AI advancement outpaces workforce adaptation). They explore the short-term and long-term implications for the workforce and corporate strategies. Key Takeaways: The Citrini scenari...

In this episode, Nick and Geoff discuss the rapid adoption of GLP-1 drugs; recent FDA crackdowns on compound pharmacies; and the implications for employers, consumers, and the healthcare industry. They explore market dynamics, regulatory challenges, and the potential economic impact of GLP-1s. Takeaways: 1 in 5 employers cover GLP-1s for weight loss, 12% of US adults report currently using the med...

In this episode, Nick and Geoff discuss the recent market reaction to AI disruptions in the insurance industry. They explore the implications of AI for insurance brokers, the historical context of other seemingly disruptive technologies, and what future innovation could mean for the industry. The conversation emphasizes the long-term perspectives on the impact of technology and the evolving needs...

In this episode, Geoff and Nick have some post-Super Bowl fun by discussing Anthropic's commercial that humorously critiques the potential for ads in AI tools. They focus on the reality of AI at work and the challenges businesses face when implementing AI, emphasizing the need for commitment and workflow changes to achieve success. They also highlight the importance of understanding AI limitations...

In this episode, Nick Patel (CEO at Wellable) and Geoff Geredien (CGO at Wellable) discuss the implications of a lawsuit filed by former Google employee Jeff Sklarin, who claims he faced discrimination after disclosing his mental health challenges. The conversation explores the responsibilities companies have to respond appropriately when encouraging mental health discussions, the role of HR in ad...

In this episode, Nick Patel (CEO at Wellable) and Geoff Geredien (CGO at Wellable) unpack Amazon’s latest RTO push—a new tracking dashboard that monitors employee attendance and time in the office. They discuss how and why the company is cracking down, and what it might mean for the future of their workforce. The conversation then turns to Amazon’s growing reliance on warehouse automation and what...

In this episode, Nick Patel (CEO at Wellable) and Geoff Geredien (CGO at Wellable) unpack the revamped food pyramid—how it builds on the familiar MyPlate guidance, what’s new, and what it means for workplace wellness initiatives. They also examine early buzz around Trump’s proposed healthcare plan. While details remain unclear, the potential impact on employer-sponsored benefits and HR strategies...

In this episode of Wellable Weekly, Nick Patel (CEO at Wellable) and Geoff Geredien (CGO at Wellable) discuss the evolution of workplace socialization, particularly the decline of happy hours. They explore the reasons behind this trend, including remote work and changing drinking habits among younger generations. The conversation emphasizes the need for organizations to rethink social events to fo...