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Just 6 months ago, most people had no clue what Generative AI was and now people are using it to find their next date! Can 1 Billion People be using it along with spatial computing and the Metaverse soon? Buckle up for an electrifying episode that delves deep into the future of work, where artificial intelligence and the metaverse take center stage. Explore with us how AI and the metaverse are poised to revolutionize employment, work, and jobs. Our guest, Doug Hohulin, a trailblazing generative AI expert and AR/VR strategist, joins us for a thought-provoking and eye-opening conversation that will challenge your perceptions and ignite your imagination. Discover how the groundbreaking generative AI technology is transforming industries;  even healthcaree, where AI-generated dialogue resonates more deeply with people than conversations with physicians themselves. Brace yourself for a paradigm shift, as we explore how generative AI brings empathy, compassion, and improved care to a whole new level. But that's just the beginning. We'll dive into the core of AI's impact on the future of work, with a spotlight on the metaverse. Witness the breathtaking fusion of AI and spatial computing, where the boundaries between humans and machines blur and how the spatial web will connect us in ways previously unimaginable.  In addition, Doug Hohulin provides invaluable insights into significant environmental benefits of virtual meetings and remote healthcare. Uncover how embracing the spatial web and reducing business travel can contribute to addressing climate change, making a positive impact on our planet. This is an episode that will challenge, inspire, and leave you envisioning a future where the power of AI reshapes our professional lives in unimaginable ways.  

Welcome to another enlightening episode titled "Unleash the Secrets of Thriving Workplace Cultures with Shawn Gulyas," where he embarks on a captivating journey into the fascinating realm of workplace cultures and the remarkable power they possess. The thought catalyst at HumanWorks8, Shawn emphasizes the interconnectedness of culture and strategy, highlighting their pivotal role in driving business triumph. Through the rejection of traditional approaches and the adoption of a simpler, more intentional method, organizations can shape their unique path to greatness, with culture at its core. Are you ready to uncover the secrets that will transform your workplace and unleash its true potential. Click play!  Website: https://humanworks8.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-gulyas/ #CultureRevolution #ThrivingOrganizations #UnleashYourOrganizationalPotential

Buckle up folks for a captivating ride into the future of accounting, business, AI, and workforce trends with our guest Randie Dial. Randie is the managing partner for the state of Indiana at Clifton Larsen Allen (CLA) and he shares his extraordinary journey through disruptive change. Randie spills the beans on how he led a traditional, conservative accounting practice through tumultuous times, including the pandemic and now the mind-blowing influence of AI. As you will hear, it's in the face of adversity where Randie truly shines. If you're itching to unravel the mysteries of building resilient cultures, the future of office spaces, the unstoppable rise of next-gen CPAs, and the thrilling world of AI, this episode is your golden ticket. Don't miss out on Randie Dial's approach if you’re looking to ignite your passion for leadership and embrace the waves of change like never before. Cultural Transformation: 00:09:17 Building a Culture of Togetherness: 00:15:26 Building Personal Relationships with Clients: 00:19:48 The Rise of Next-Generation CPAs: 00:22:19 Managing Work-Life Balance During the Pandemic: 00:24:01 The Future of Office Culture: 00:31:27 The Future of Office Space:  00:34:27 The Future of AI in the Workforce:  00:36:26 The Future of Accounting: 00:42:50  

This episode delves into the topic of digital transformation, AI, and automation, emphasizing the significance of embracing the AI revolution and its potential advantages and challenges. To prepare remote teams for the AI-driven future, Bill Keller shares tools, tips, and techniques employed in his organization, Staffing Global. Learn how establishing a growth mindset among team members and embracing AI tools will help you stay at the forefront of the digital transformation. Listen in for a special offer at the end of the episode. Additional Resources Connect with Bill on LinkedIn Staffing Global Website Free Consultation Learn more about PeopleForward Network Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

In this episode, Amy Warren is joined by Micole Garatti to discuss various technologies that can impact the quality of hiring. They cover seven key tools: video interviews, pre-hire assessments, job simulations, background checks, reference checks, drug testing, and online screening. The conversation highlights the pros and cons of each tool, emphasizing factors like convenience, validity, time-consuming nature, and potential biases. Listen in to understand the importance of online screening for identifying workplace misconduct while maintaining compliance. Additional Resources Fama Website Fama Technologies on LI Amy Warren on LinkedIn Micole Garatti on LinkedIn Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network

In this extraordinary episode of Geeks Geezers Googlization, Ross Thornley, the visionary CEO of AQai, reveals the urgent need to rewrite our approach to adaptability and shares secrets to unlocking your adaptability superpowers.  From executives and entrepreneurs to front-line workers, we understand the importance of staying ahead in a world where average is over and mediocrity just got automated. Ross's groundbreaking AQ platform measures and improves adaptability intelligence in individuals and organizations, empowering every individual and organization to challenge the status quo and rewrite the rules. Ross Thornley is revolutionizing the way we approach change. With his ACE Adaptiotic mode for measuring change readiness and innovation, he helps individuals and organizations not only adapt but reduce work stress and thrive in a fast-paced, compounding world. Discover how to develop your adaptability quotient (AQ) and drive both personal and organizational success. Ross's insights and actionable tips will guide you toward unleashing your extraordinary potential and navigating the future of work and professional development. Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? Join us as we explore the impact of AI on society, the importance of healthy work culture, and how to develop and utilize your adaptability muscles for growth and success. Unlock your Jedi-like powers of adaptability. Don't miss out on this captivating episode with Ross Thornley, the Jedi Master of Adaptability. Tune in now and embrace the force of change! Here are just 3 of the many takeaways from this episode: Change does not fail; it’s that people achieve the desired outcome that is difficult. Humans are complex, and their ability to adapt to change is often underestimated. Balancing productivity and innovation is necessary for organizations to remain successful. Right to the Point (Key Clips): The Future is Already Here: "Never in human history has the present been so temporary." [00:01:21] The Age of Supercomputers: "Our lives will continue to be disrupted faster and at a greater scale than most of us ever thought possible. And adaptability will be the essential life skill all of us need." [00:02:36] The Evolution of Human Interaction: "It was never a technological issue. It was always a human one to why people and organizations wouldn't change, and wouldn't see what the new opportunities were of these technologies. It was a human issue." [00:09:25] Building Resilience Through ACE: "Our AQ ability which is a learnable skill is looking at how and to what degree do I adapt as an individual... elements of growth mindset but particularly around change." [00:15:48] The Importance of Adaptability Intelligence: "I believe, no matter what's going on in and around a job, a role, a company, a team, if we get the way we can use our adaptability intelligence, dialed in and worked on, all the other stuff becomes easy."[00:24:56] Driving Innovation and Unlearning: "Unlearning was a really interesting area for them to start for a few reasons. One, it was a bit new and novel as the concept, but it also became super practical for them really quickly through a few of the interventions and outcomes." [00:33:33] The Ambidexterity of Innovation: "The largest company on the planet that will exist in 2030 doesn't currently exist."  [00:42:26]  

In Part 2 of Fine-Tuning Company Culture for Employee Experience + Retention, Vivian Blade reflects on the fine-tuning or overhauling of company culture to meet the expectations of employees to be seen as human beings first. She is joined by Michele Koch, SVP and Chief Culture and People Development Officer at Republic Bank, who shares future work trends and provides strategies for growing positive leaders, enhancing culture and employee experience. Additional Resources Top 100 HR Influencer 2021 - Leadership & Development #1 Best Selling Author Email Vivian: vivian@vivianblade.com Vivian's website Connect with Vivian on LinkedIn Vivian's full bio Get on Vivian's Calendar Connect with Michele Koch Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network

Brace yourself as AI and ChatGPT unveils a list of potential future mental health conditions, such as Techno-Anxiety Disorder and Impostor Syndrome. To unravel this complex intersection between AI and mental health, we're joined by Keenan Hart, a tech co-founder and mental health expert. Prepare for an enlightening and provocative discussion on breaking down barriers and dismantling the stigma surrounding mental health at work. We delve into the significance of fostering human-centered conversations that transcend policies for truly effective support. Clip Finder: 00:09:31 00:14:22 The power of text messages for mental health: "me and the team started thinking about how do we innovate in using technology in the form of text messages. Because we know that that is the widest reaching, most effective means of communicating and engaging with a busy person in today's world." 00:16:36 00:17:35 Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health: "If we asked older generations what mental health was, they often looked at it as being a severe disease state where you need to go be checked into a behavioral health hospital." 00:22:04 00:24:34 The Impact of Technology on Mental Health: "We are not equipped with the tools and the skill sets that we need to be able to navigate some of those tough conversations. So we avoid them. And unfortunately, when we avoid them, they only get bigger behind us from a sense of conflict." 00:26:30 00:29:50 The Importance of Nurturing the Human Experience: "We need to think about how technology can nurture the human experience...we need to make sure that we are all supported from a whole person health perspective, meaning you feel encouraged, you feel heard, you feel recognized, and you're given the resources in a convenient manner that you can help empower yourself." 00:33:26 00:35:49 The Dark Side of Social Media: "We need to be more thoughtful like that last comment just said about the choices we make because we are on a downhill runaway train at this point in time, and unless we're willing to adapt and really have a perspective of awareness around these things that we're surrounded by every day, the compounding issues are only going to get more severe." 00:36:46 00:37:54 Holistic Leadership: "The only way you're going to be able to keep top talent today, in my opinion, is by supporting them holistically as a whole person rather than just the role that they execute in the organization." 00:41:40 00:43:43 Breaking Down Barriers to Mental Health Conversations in the Workplace: "We need to have conversations which will start to break down some of the barriers... starting a conversation from a third party, I would say resource about what a message could mean to somebody is a great way to start talking about stress, start talking about feelings of overwhelm." 00:45:21 00:46:36 The Power of Positive Communication: "Reach out to somebody with a message of positivity, encouragement, and support and see how it changes not only you but their life today." 00:47:42 00:48:29 Overcoming Fear: "My hope for the future is that everyone has the confidence in themselves to take on challenges that are worth fighting for." 00:51:43 00:52:14 Using Social Media for Uplifting Support: "We use those platforms to be able to spread messages of positivity and encouragement. We want to be that voice of uplifting support that people see on social media."

RecThe past 3+ years have shown job seekers just how competitive and volatile their job search can be. And while it may not be as much of a candidate market as it was a year ago, there are still industries where hiring hasn’t slowed like in services, healthcare, and hospitality. Every job candidate interested in any job in any industry should still have a basic expectation of clear and timely communication and event feedback from employers if they’re screened and interviewed. Talent Board has been conducting candidate experience research for over 11 years, and most of the research helps employers improve their recruiting and hiring. But the very same research can also help inform job seekers of what they should expect from the very employers where they want to work. Additional Resources Learn More About Talent Board Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn Download research reports Participate in their benchmark research Learn more about Talent Board programs Order our Candidate Experience book (20% discount code is KOGANPAGE20) Schedule time with Kevin Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network

This episode dives into the heart of modern leadership, highlighting the vital traits leaders need to excel amidst disruption. With research and insight, Paul McCarthy forms a new approach to leadership, called FIRED Leadership, and ongoing episodes will unpack a key quality, offering a three-tier exploration to enrich your current and future leadership. Join us to uncover the five pivotal qualities for leadership success in a changing world. Get ready to equip yourself and your organization with the understanding and resources to thrive in an era of constant challenges. Additional Resources Paul’s Website Connect on LI Deloitte Insights: 2023 Global Human Capital Trends Report KF Self Disruptive Leader Report Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network