
Human Capital Leadership
Maximize your personal and #OrganizationalPotential with the Human Capital Leadership podcast! We’re your source for personal, professional, and #OrganizationalGrowth and development. We share our own original #Research, explore #IndustryTrends, and interview executives and thought leaders from across the globe. Join us for practitioner-oriented content around all things #Leadership, #HR, #TalentManagement, #OrganizationalDevelopment, and #ChangeManagement.
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Nov 29, 2023 • 36min
S48E27 - Leveraging Generational Examples of Working Women and Positive Impact, with Kara H. North
In this podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talk with Kara H. North about leveraging generational examples of working women and positive impact.
Kara H. North is a native of Orem, Utah, and obtained a B.S. in Business Management from UVU in 2007. She then graduated from the S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah in 2010 with her Juris Doctorate. She began her legal career with a large insurance defense firm in Las Vegas, Nevada. After returning to Utah, Kara began practicing law in Utah County, with a practice primarily focused on plaintiff’s personal injury litigation, criminal defense, and adoption. She has successfully argued for her clients in Juvenile, District, Mental Health Court, and the Utah Court of Appeals. In 2022, Kara partnered with Jill Coil at Moxie Law Group, a boutique personal injury firm in Utah County. Kara currently serves as the UVU Alumni Board President and is a member of the UVU Board of Trustees and UVU Foundation Board. She is the 2023 Women’s Caucus Chair for the Utah Association for Justice, 4th District Chair for Women Lawyers of Utah, and previously served as the President of the Central Utah Bar Association. Kara has also recently been recognized as a 2023 Mountain States Super Lawyer, a Top 25 by the National Women Trial Lawyers Association, and by Utah BusinessQ Magazine as a 40 Under 40.
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Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 627454) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
Human Capital Innovations has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. Each HCI Podcast episode qualifies for a maximum of 0.50 points.

Nov 28, 2023 • 29min
S48E26 - Leaning into Strengths-Based Leadership, with Donna Milakovic
In this podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talk with Donna Milakovic about leaning into strengths-based leadership.
Donna Milakovic (https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-milakovic-1567a612/) is an Executive Education Instructor and Certified Gallup Strengths Coach. She has spent her career in nonprofit management including serving as Vice President of the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce, working with cutting edge technology company's as a grant manager for USTAR and most recently as Senior Director of Community Outreach at UVU. She has a Master's in Business Administration and a Bachelor's in English. Donna has spent her career connecting people and building communities.
Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 627454) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
Human Capital Innovations has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. Each HCI Podcast episode qualifies for a maximum of 0.50 points.

Nov 27, 2023 • 39min
S48E25 - Transferability of Skills and Capabilities in the Shifting Future of Work
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover shares his recent guest lecture titled, "Transferability of Skills and Capabilities in the Shifting Future of Work."
Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 627454) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
Human Capital Innovations has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. Each HCI Podcast episode qualifies for a maximum of 0.50 points.

Nov 21, 2023 • 27min
S48E24 - The Strategy Legacy: How to Future-Proof a Business and Leave Your Mark, with Alex Brueckmann
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Alex Brueckmann about his book, The Strategy Legacy: How to Future-Proof a Business and Leave Your Mark.
Alex Brueckmann (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderbrueckmann/) is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Strategy Legacy, and Secrets of Next Level Entrepreneurs. He is the founder and president of Brueckmann Executive Consulting based in Vancouver, Canada. Alex has impacted thousands of leaders across the world. His clients include high-growth start-ups and Fortune 500 executive teams. He holds degrees and certificates in management, leadership, and strategy from EBS University, INSEAD, and Harvard Business School.
Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 627454) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
Human Capital Innovations has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. Each HCI Podcast episode qualifies for a maximum of 0.50 points.

Nov 20, 2023 • 25min
S48E23 - Self-Leadership and the Difference Between a Job and a Career, with Dr. Benjamin Ritter
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dr. Benjamin Ritter about self-leadership and the difference between a job and a career.
Dr. Benjamin Ritter (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritterbenj/), founder of Live for Yourself Consulting, is a leadership and career coach, Talent Development Executive, values geek, international speaker, online instructor of the course Be the Leader of Your Own Career and Create a Career You Love, and podcaster (The Executive, and The Live for Yourself Revolution), who’s passionate about guiding leaders to be the leader of their own career and create a career they love. With over 11 years of experience working with clients from companies such as Amazon, Coursera, Doordash, Google, Fiserv, Northwestern, Pinterest, and Yelp, Ben understands how to navigate any career path you decide you want to travel. From empowering professionals to get unstuck, to guiding senior leadership on how to stand out from the competition, develop executive presence, and feel confident in being a leader, Ben is an expert in his field and will guide you toward truly living for yourself at work and in life. Ben received his Doctorate in Organizational Leadership with a focus on value congruence and job satisfaction and earned an MBA in entrepreneurial management, and an MPH in health policy administration.
Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 627454) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
Human Capital Innovations has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. Each HCI Podcast episode qualifies for a maximum of 0.50 points.

Nov 17, 2023 • 20min
S48E22 - Engaging and Retaining Young Talent, with Elan Divon
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Elan Divon about engaging and retaining young talent.
Elan Divon (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elan-divon-96849680/)is a Harvard-trained author, speaker, and founder of Divon Academy: an organization that helps students and young professionals develop essential work, life, and leadership skills that companies want but schools don't teach and technology has disrupted at a time when they're needed most. Elan’s clientele includes Fortune 500 companies, universities, and governments, where he works to train and develop the next generation of young leaders.
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 627454) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
Human Capital Innovations has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. Each HCI Podcast episode qualifies for a maximum of 0.50 points.

Nov 16, 2023 • 25min
S48E21 - Interpersonal Trust, Productivity, and Innovation, with Ricardo Amper
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Ricardo Amper about how low interpersonal trust costs institutions, resulting in lost productivity and stifled innovation.
Ricardo Amper (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amper/) is the founder and CEO of Incode, and he wants to throw your plastic ID cards in the trash. A self-taught programmer, serial entrepreneur, and three-time founder, he’s staked his reputation on a vision of the future where privacy is paramount, security is built-in, and physical IDs are a thing of the past.
Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 627454) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
Human Capital Innovations has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. Each HCI Podcast episode qualifies for a maximum of 0.50 points.

Nov 15, 2023 • 32min
S48E20 - What Organizations Can Do to Increase the Number of Women in Leadership Roles, with Dr. Lua Hancock
In this podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talk with Dr. Lua Hancock about what organizations can do to increase the number of women in leadership roles.
Dr. Lua Hancock specializes in providing consulting in areas of leadership, youth empowerment and engagement, change management, conflict resolution, emergency planning and response, assessment, and diversity, equity and inclusion. She has worked with various Fortune 500 companies and higher education institutions from diverse sectors to facilitate towards values and goal creation, alignment, and success. Additionally, she works as a coach to industry leaders assisting them with mindful, equitable and impactful leadership.
Dr. Hancock has more than 20 years of progressive student and academic affairs. Most recently she served as the Vice President of Campus Life and Student Success at Stetson University. She was charged with leading areas including the Academic Success, the Center for Community Engagement, Career Development, Campus Safety, Residential Living and Learning, the Dean of Students, Student Health, Student Counseling, One Stop, Wellness and Recreation, Diversity and Inclusion and Student Development and Campus Vibrancy. Dr. Hancock co-chaired the Strategic Enrollment Team and co-chaired the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion leadership team. She also was a key leader in pandemic response and change management planning.
Lua was previously the Director of Residential Life and Housing and the inaugural Director of Student Success at Nova Southeastern University (NSU). She has also led major construction and renovation projects including residence halls and student union buildings. She has a BS from Rollins College in Psychology and African/African American Studies, a MS from NSU in Alternative Dispute Resolution and an EdD from NSU in Higher Education Leadership.
Lua’s area of publication include mindful leadership, women’s leadership and collaboration between academic and student affairs. Lua is also on the Executive Board of the ACE women’s network of Florida, a member of Florida Executive Women, and is a mom of two.
Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 627454) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
Human Capital Innovations has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. Each HCI Podcast episode qualifies for a maximum of 0.50 points.

Nov 14, 2023 • 28min
S48E19 - The Intersection of Health and Work, with Candice Elliott
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Candice Elliott about the intersection of health and work.
Candice Elliott (https://www.linkedin.com/in/candiceelliott/) is a Fractional CHRO and HR Mentor for business and non-profit leaders. She focuses on the intersection of public health, organizational and community development, helping leaders foster cultures of healing where they and their teams can thrive. She has a Masters in HR from Penn State, the Senior Professional in Human Resources certification and has been practicing HR in the US and internationally for more than 10 years. She is also a mom of 2 little boys under 3 years old.
Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 627454) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
Human Capital Innovations has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. Each HCI Podcast episode qualifies for a maximum of 0.50 points.

Nov 13, 2023 • 25min
S48E18 - The Connected Community: Discovering the Health, Wealth, and Power of Neighborhoods, with Cormac Russell
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Cormac Russell about his book, The Connected Community: Discovering the Health, Wealth, and Power of Neighborhoods.
Cormac Russell (http://linkedin.com/in/cormacrussell) is a social explorer, author, speaker, and managing director of Nurture Development, he sits on the faculty of the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) Institute, at DePaul University, Chicago.
Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 627454) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
Human Capital Innovations has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. Each HCI Podcast episode qualifies for a maximum of 0.50 points.
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