Transform Your Workplace

“With the proper process, change is not hard.” — Pam Marmon, No One’s Listening and It’s Your Fault As the workplace embarks on a new phase due to the pandemic crisis, leaders are expected to step up their game and rethink their communications strategy if they want to strengthen connections with their people and build a better culture of trust and engagement within the workplace. Effective communications with employees have been particularly important, especially now; But how do you get your messages heard during challenging times? It’s not always easy, but our guest for today has some answers! In this episode, Pam Marmon joins us to share her take on change management! She is the CEO of Marmon Consulting, a change management consulting firm that provides strategy and execution services to help companies transform.  Pam is also the author of the newly released book, No One’s Listening and It’s Your Fault: Get Your Message Heard During Organizational Transformations, where she shares practical ways to implement change to help you get your message heard during organization transformations. Find out how to manage change and what it takes to successfully lead authentic transformation by listening to this episode and witness how healthy communities are built within the workplace! Order a copy of Pam’s book now! Get yours 👉 here! In this episode, you will learn about: Why Pam decided to write a book about the communication aspect of the entire management process How leaders can transform the organization from the inside out The mindset every leader must have Why many leaders fear change and why many struggle with it The model that can help leaders to implement change effectively The role of a leader when it comes to change Project management and change management need to work side by side to achieve organizational goals The case for change The most valuable players in your organization when it comes to change management The process of building a communication strategy for any change that’s happening within your organization What is the “Readiness Assessment” How do you know when a change is happening and how can you measure the effectiveness of it? Connect with Pam: LinkedIn Marmon Consulting   Sign up for the annual Xenium What People Want from Work survey: https://www.xeniumhr.com/what-people-want-from-work/ What did you think of this episode? Give us a 5-star rating and write a review on Apple Podcasts, or take our survey. Contact Brandon: Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Every single day, we make hundreds of decisions, consciously, and unconsciously. Some are small and some require more thinking. How we make those decisions will ultimately affect our lives and others. No one wants to be in a position where they have to make hard decisions. It’s not always easy to make the right choice. When time is of the essence, even if the knowledge we have at that time is scarce, we have to think quickly and act immediately. Otherwise, it’ll lead to unfavorable results that we might regret later on. Whether it’s something small and mundane or a matter of life-and-death situation, how do you make better decisions? How do you make choices that’ll positively affect your future and the people around you? You just made the right choice today! And that is to listen to this episode! Get empowered and achieve a higher level of decision-making, as business strategy expert, Robert Dilenscheider joins us to talk about making decisions better decisions and the choices of people who shaped the world we live in today and how we can apply them in our daily life! Robert is the founder and chairman of The Dilenschneider Group, a global public relations, and communications consulting firm headquartered in New York City. He wrote the book Decision: Practical Advice from 23 Men and Women Who Shaped the World, where he helps make life better for people by highlighting the choices of notable peoples from history and how their decisions shaped what’s going tomorrow. Grab yourself a copy of Robert Dilenschneider’s Decisions: Practical Advice from 23 Men and Women Who Shaped the World 👉 here! In this episode, you will learn about: The implications of the decisions that we will make Harry Truman and his decision to use the atomic bomb Malala Yousafzai and her decision to stand up and fight for what she believes in The outcome of Henry Ford’s decision about his workers’ wage  What we can learn from Johann Gutenberg’s decision and having clear goals Common themes among the 23 people who shaped the world through their decisions How to make better decisions Connect with Robert The Dilenschneider Group, Inc. What did you think of this episode? Give us a 5-star rating and write a review on Apple Podcasts, or take our survey. Contact Brandon: Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Working more doesn't equate to more things getting done.  The average person spends about 70% of their waking hours looking at screens, commuting, or running errands, which doesn't leave much for living life. And when we do take breaks, what do we normally do? Stare at "screens" (again). It's no wonder people are stressed and burned out most of the time. Is it even possible to optimize our time, work less, and get more things done? According to Steve Glaveski, the author of Time-Rich: Do Your Best Work, Live Your Best Life, people who have more time to invest in their relationships, hobbies, physical, and mental health are the ones who are more productive in the office.  Find out what's wasting your time and learn how you can optimize it so that you're achieving more and spending your precious resources on things that matter most! In this episode, I'm joined by Steve Glaveski to talk about how you are wasting your time and the tools to optimize it! He is the CEO of Collective Campus, an innovation accelerator based in Melbourne and Singapore, that works with large organizations around the globe. He is an entrepreneur, author, and host of Future2. His passion lies in helping people create more impact and lead to more fulfilling lives! Free up some time today. Take a breath, take a walk, and give yourself a break! While you're at it, listen to this episode and learn how you can become time-rich! Grab yourself a copy of Steve Glaveski's "Time Rich: Do Your Best Work, Live Your Best Life" 👉 here! You can also download the first chapter for FREE! Click 👉 here   In this episode, you will learn about: The inspiration behind Time Rich The 80/20 principle Why we need to work less and not more Working less and achieving more Steve's thoughts and predictions of the future of work and what we can expect seeing 5-10 years from now Generalist vs. Specialist Re-scaling your people and helping them adapt to changes Tools to optimize time and your schedule Early birds and night owls External and internal disruptions and interruptions that kills your flow of productivity How to increase value and decrease bureaucracy to build a time-rich culture Connect with Steve: LinkedIn Mentioned in this episode: It Doesn't Have to Be Crazy at Work by Jason Fried Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein

Leaders must be intentional about the culture they create if they want their people to engage and feel connected. Sadly, not all leaders are equipped with the right tools and training to take on such a task. In today’s episode, Galen Emanuele, the founder of Shift Yes, joins us to talk on the concept of “Yes, And” to develop and transform leadership skills, intentional culture, productivity and play, and how to bring race conversation in the workplace. He is a highly-sought-after speaker and thought leader on business leadership and team culture. He is also a world-class improviser, having taught and performed improv for many years and toured with the cast from Whose Line Is It Anyway?. Galen also works with organizations around the globe including Fortune 500 companies, changing the way teams and leaders communicate, drive culture, and show up in business. Make sure you listen to this episode and gain valuable skills, mindset, and actionable tips you can apply to your team and organizations! In this episode, you will learn about: The best qualities of an improviser Taking a break or playtime to gain more productivity A powerful question to ask your employees How can leaders keep their people engaged and connected? Healthy boundaries and burnout Being intentional with your culture The 3 guiding principles when creating an intentional culture in an organization Firing underperforming employees How a leader can step into conversations about race at work Connect with Gale: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook YouTube Shift Yes Mentioned in this episode: Yes, And Galen | EP 2 What did you think of this episode? Give us a 5-star rating and write a review on Apple Podcasts, or take our survey. Contact Brandon: Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Most people are thrown into management positions without any official training. And because a manager’s role in a company is crucial and affects everyone, this can pose problems in the future. In this episode with Peter Economy, we tackle the lack of managerial training, poor management practices, and their corresponding solutions. Peter is a professional writer with 20 years of experience in his belt. He’s a best-selling author and a publishing consultant. He also writes for Inc.com as The Leadership Guy. If you want to learn how to become a good manager, tune into this episode as Peter shares what his book is all about and how you can lead and run a company better!  Grab yourself a copy of Peter’s Wait, I'm the Boss?!?: The Essential Guide for New Managers to Succeed from Day One 👉 here!  In this episode, you will learn about: Peter’s personal experience in leading without training The number one reason why people leave their jobs Bad leadership habits: Why they last and how to stop them How you can become a good manager How to set attainable goals for your employees CLEAR goals: What they are and how it can help your organization Creating a safe space for learning in the workplace When and how to conduct regular checkup meetings  Feedback: How often you should give them Why money isn’t the number one job motivator The best way you can motivate your employees Workplace gossip: When you should step in The inspiration behind “Wait, I’m the Boss?!?” Knowing when to delegate certain tasks and when to do it yourself Connect with Peter: Peter Economy Twitter @bizzwriter LinkedIn The Venture Edge - Peter’s blog Mentioned in this episode: 1001 Ways to Reward Employees by Bob Nelson   What did you think of this episode? Give us a 5-star rating and write a review on Apple Podcasts, or take our survey. Contact Brandon: Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

With the help of technology, publishing your job posts has never been easier. The challenge, how will you stand out and attract the best pool of job seekers? In a sea of job postings, how do you help a qualified individual seeking for a job find your job posts?  In this episode, we are joined by the career expert Mac Prichard to answer questions related to job search and job postings! Mac is a Communications Strategist and the Founder and Publisher of Mac’s List, a top source for job listings in Portland, Oregon aimed at professionals who’re looking for a personally fulfilling career. He is also the host of Find Your Dream Job podcast where they provide inspiration, empathy, insider secrets, and actionable advice to help you find purposeful work! Check out my guest appearance on Mac’s show! At Mac’s List, they believe that behind every successful career, there’s a smart, effective job seeker. And Mac will share tips for job seekers and how employers can create a compelling job post and help others build a great career! In this episode, you will learn about: Update on the current volumes of job postings on Mac’s list Job losses and recovery Passive job seekers and job seeking for survival How employers can make their job post appealing How to have a clear hiring process Why you should be giving much information as possible before an interview  What constitute a good job interview? How to write a job posting in a compelling way Connect with Mac: LinkedIn Twitter @Mac_Prichard Facebook Twitter @Macs_List Instagram @macs_list Mentioned in this episode: Mac’s List Find Your Dream Job Podcast What did you think of this episode? Give us a 5-star rating and write a review on Apple Podcasts, or take our survey. Contact Brandon: Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Great teams are at the heart of every successful business and organization. But what makes a great team? Is it the presence of a star player, or is it a dynamic leader who knows how to empower and bring out the best in their team? Find out the answer today as former pro athlete Mike Robbins teaches us how to create a team culture of high performance, authenticity, trust, and belonging! Mike is a sought-after motivational keynote speaker, seminar leader, and the author of five books, including his latest, We’re All in This Together. Robbins spent the past 15 years researching and speaking about essential human experiences in the workplace. Robbins' work is centered around emotional intelligence, leadership, teamwork, authenticity, appreciation, compassion, and vulnerability at work and in life.  Make sure you don’t skip this episode, as Mike provides essential tips on how to create a strong culture of empowerment, trust, and performance and how to sustain it to accomplish exceptional results! Grab a copy of Mike’s We’re All in This Together: Creating a Team Culture of High Performance, Trust, and belonging 👉 here!   In this episode, you will learn about: Lessons that Mike learned from his sports playing days on what makes a great team Team chemistry in sports The challenges of moving from team to team Lessons on how the Golden State Warriors and their psychologically safe organization were able to turn things around in a difficult match Creating an environment where people feel safe to share their ideas and thoughts without feeling shamed Authenticity continuum and bringing your whole self to work The Authenticity Equation How the “If you really knew” exercise helps with vulnerability issues The difference between diversity and inclusion The importance of inclusion and belonging The “Trash can exercise” and how you can best use your education to help others who don’t have the same privilege as you do Embracing the sweaty palm conversation The appreciation seat exercise Connect with Mike: Mike Robbins - website LinkedIn Instagram @mikedrobbins Twitter @mikedrobins Facebook Mentioned in this episode: Amy Edmondson on Creating Better Organizations by Building Psychological Safety in the Workplace Bring your whole self to work | Mike Robbins | TEDxBerkeley Mike’s books: Focus on the Good Stuff: The Power of Appreciation Bring Your Whole Self To Work: How Vulnerability Unlocks Creativity, Connection, and Performance Nothing Changes Until You Do Bring Your Whole Self To Work: How Vulnerability Unlocks Creativity, Connection, and Performance Be Yourself, Everyone Else is Already Taken: Transform Your Life with the Power of Authenticity What did you think of this episode? Give us a 5-star rating and write a review on Apple Podcasts, or take our survey. Contact Brandon: Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Our work environment heavily impacts our health more than we ever know. When we are not taking care of ourselves, we are more prone to burn out, stress, and sickness.  If you are not in your top condition, you’re more absent and disengaged at work. But when you’re in a space that empowers you to be healthy and happy, it’ll reflect on your work! Join me in this episode as we talk about how to create safe spaces and build accountability connections within your organizations with Emily Elrod! She is an experienced corporate consultant and the President of Workzbe, a company with a mission to creating environments where people can have accountability, long-lasting connections, and favorable results. Find out how you can create wise work that your people need as Emily shares her knowledge and expertise so you have a culture that empowers people to show up, contribute, collaborate, and have fun in what they do! In this episode, you will learn about: Creating safe spaces or accountability connection Building through trust Implementing programs and processes that’ll make your people’s lives better Why information is not always power Why it’s important to have a conversation about stress The ideal work environment Why you should help yourself first to help others Why you should strive to know your people first before you start allocating your resources Connect with Emily: Workzbe LinkedIn Instagram @emmyelrod Facebook Mentioned in this episode: Watch Brandon's guest appearance on Emily's podcast How to Say Anything to Anyone: A Guide to Building Business Relationships That Really Work by Shari Harley Everybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family by Bob Chapman What did you think of this episode? Give us a 5-star rating and write a review on Apple Podcasts, or take our survey. Contact Brandon: Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Many people go into leadership roles without understanding the fundamentals of how to lead effectively and succeed at it. As a leader, your job is and will always be to serve. But many aren’t aware of that. They just simply don’t understand what leadership is supposed to be and what it is not.  If you’re serious about developing organizational leadership skills, then make sure you listen to today’s episode! Our guest today, Alain Hunkins, is a sought-after speaker, consultant, trainer, and coach, who is passionate about building influential leaders. He wrote the book Cracking the Leadership Code: 3 Secrets to Building Strong Leaders, where he shares valuable principles and practices that he developed and refined over 20 years working with leaders.  Unlock your leadership potential and create the best possible results for your team and organization as we crack the leadership code on how to build strong leaders so you can become the effective leader you aspire to be! Grab yourself a copy of Alain’s Cracking the Leadership Code: 3 Secrets to Building Strong Leaders 👉 here! You can also read the first chapter of the book (FREE) 👉 here!  In this episode, you will learn about: The inspiration behind “Cracking The Leadership Code” The importance of having the right mindset to lead better The “aha moment” Influence over authority - understanding what leadership isn’t and what it really is 3 secrets to building a strong leader How poor leaders are developed How access to information causes leaders to grow and lead differently Creating the best possible results when leading Having self-awareness about everything you say and do What Alain learned about empathy How to become an effective communicator Tactical things we can do to create a collaborative environment Connect with Alain: Alain Hunkins Twitter @AlainHunkins   This episode is sponsored by Swanson Health. If you want to try any of Swanson Health’s great products for yourself, use code WORK20 for 20% off on swanson.com. What did you think of this episode? Give us a 5-star rating and write a review on Apple Podcasts, or take our survey. Contact Brandon: Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Every one of us is capable of dishonesty. The reason why many companies and organizations in the past failed is that they simply didn’t practice integrity and wasn’t committed enough to follow ethical principles and values. When companies don’t talk about integrity, it creates an air of ambiguity about right and wrong. In this episode, we are joined by Airbnb Chief Ethics Officer, Rob Chesnut to discuss the crucial element of the corporate culture - integrity! He is the author of "Intentional Integrity: How Smart Companies Can Lead An Ethical Revolution," where he offers a 6 step process for leaders to foster and manage a culture of integrity at work. He previously led eBay’s North America legal team, where he founded the Internet’s first e-commerce person to person platform Trust and Safety team. Transform how your business gets done the right way as Robert talks about intentional integrity, common issues relating to integrity and ethics, and how we can guide our people to encourage integrity in the workplace! Grab yourself a copy of Robert’s Intentional Integrity: How Smart Companies Can Lead An Ethical Revolution 👉 here! In this episode, you will learn about: Why Robert wrote Intentional Integrity Robert’s definition of stakeholder and what’s essential for the longevity of a company Code of ethics, principles, and rules to protect the company, employees and its customers How silence about integrity creates ambiguities The issue with Donald Sterling and other workplaces ethical issues Most common integrity issues Guiding employees on what they should and shouldn’t post on social media  Connect with Robert LinkedIn Resources: Intentional Integrity | Official Website Xenium Webinars DEI Resource Center COVID Resource Center