Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization Show

It takes two to be a team, and two is better than one, but teamwork starts with the individual and with connection. In this episode, Shawn Gulyas of humanworks8 redefines teamwork and shares the five things AI Chat is missing about teamwork.

In this episode of The Geeks Geezers and Googlization Show, our guest Tom Bradbury sheds light on how to get a company's leadership to prioritize improving company culture. Traditionally, company culture was something leaders dictated and employees were expected to fit into. However, with labor shortages and skill gaps increasing, it is crucial to understand and measure the actual value of culture. Tom Bradbury, an expert in this area, discusses how businesses can measure and understand the financial impact of turnover, human capital return on investment, and other practices that affect company culture. By using data, increasing efficiency, and limiting waste, businesses can make changes towards a better culture, which in turn impacts their company valuation. Tune in to learn how to get your company's leaders to pay attention to the financial impact of your company's culture.

Businesses are facing a challenging hiring environment. While tapping into overseas labor markets can be an effective solution, it's important to recognize this comes with its own set of challenges and risks. Bill Keller, President of Staffing Global guides us on navigating the global hiring landscape while uncovering the fears that hold many businesses back - cultural differences, the quality of work, communication, and image. Additional Resources: Connect with Bill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-keller-staffing-global/ Staffing Global Website: https://staffdifferent.com/ Free Consultation: https://staffdifferent.com/free-consultation-offer/

Looking for ways to get your employees to want to return to the office? On this episode of Geeks Geezers Googlization, the focus is on where and how people work, and the importance of flexibility in workspace design. Our guest, Bryan Berthold from Cushman and Wakefield, discusses an intriguing and fascinating metric for measuring employee experience: experience per square foot. He shares insights from the company’s proprietary research that shows workers prioritize flexibility in areas such as time, days worked, and tasks performed, and how this affects productivity and engagement. They also cover the current state of the workplace ecosystem, with virtual work, flex space, and remote working from home. According to Berthold, the clock is ticking on the next domino falling regarding the future of work, and there is an immediate need for fresh thinking and adjustments to local tax policy, real estate strategy, and workspace design. "experience per square foot" that uses employee sentiment to measure the experience of people. Here are some questions Bryan answered about the future of commercial real estate and employee experience during the conversation: 1. What are some of the biggest challenges organizations face in the current work environment? Answer: The biggest challenge is making the experience of returning to the office not feel suboptimal. This requires better technology, improved desk reservations, and buildings that function more like community centers to help people feel comfortable and productive. 2. What are some of the key findings of the experience per square foot survey measuring people's experience of their work environment? Answer: The survey measures five components of the work environment - productivity, collaboration, well-being, community, and continuous learning. It helps companies identify the important factors that contribute to their employee's work experience and provides data on what drives those five experience metrics. 4. What percentage of people in the US want to work remotely, and why? Answer: 53% of people in the US still want to work remotely, with the main reason being to avoid the commute (70%). 5. What are the main reasons people want to come into the office? Answer: The main reasons are community and connection, such as socializing, collaborating, and learning from leaders or mentors. Serendipitous conversations and exposure to different groups are also mentioned as benefits of being in the office. 6. Why is flexibility important in the future of work, and how does it affect productivity and engagement? Answer: A survey by Quantum Workplace found that workers prioritize flexibility in areas such as time, days worked, and tasks performed, rather than finding the power to work remotely. Autonomy and flexibility are emphasized, with a significant 56% drop in experience for those who feel they lack those choices. 7. How has the pandemic affected productivity and work-life balance? Answer: Productivity has remained constant, but two-thirds of employees report working more hours, leading to a work-life balance problem. 8. What is the "experience per square foot" product, and how does it measure employee sentiment? Answer: "Experience per square foot" is a product developed by the guest that uses employee sentiment to measure the experience of people, not just the physical things they are given. 9. What is the future of physical workspaces, and how are companies preparing for it? Answer: By 2030, roughly one-third of buildings are prepared for the future of work, while one-third need upgrades, and a third are obsolete and need complete renovation.   

Disruptive leaders challenge existing norms, practices of thinking, behaviors, and ways of conducting business. They are known for their inclination to take risks and push boundaries to create innovative and groundbreaking solutions. Research indicates the demand for disruptive leaders is anticipated to rise, thereby necessitating the evolution of our identification, recruitment, onboarding, and development systems and processes for leadership, and the promotion of disruptive leadership qualities as a norm. In Part I of this conversation, Paul McCarthy provides guidance on how to recognize, attract, integrate, and cultivate disruptive leaders, as well as how to ensure that your organization is ready to leverage its potential, value, and influence. Additional Resources: Paul’s Website Connect with Paul on LinkedIn KF report: The Self Disruptive Leader Heidrick & Struggles: Disruptive Leaders DDI 2023 Global Leadership Forecast

Amy Warren, VP of Marketing at Fama Technologies sits down with Recruitment Marketing Expert Shelley Billinghurst, President of Hire Value Inc. to explore technology solutions that can address the challenges associated with applicant tracking systems and integrating AI in recruitment. Together, they explore the realm of technology solutions that can tackle challenges that arise with applicant tracking systems and the integration of AI in recruitment. The conversation sheds light on obstacles that large organizations face when adopting new technologies and offers valuable advice on how to avoid potential pitfalls when seeking vendors and insights on how to identify inappropriate online behavior by job applicants. Additional Resources: Fama Website Fama Technologies on LI Amy Warren on LinkedIn Contact Fama Connect with Shelley Billinghurst The Recruitment Flex Podcast

Are you feeling overwhelmed and under-skilled in this fast-paced work environment? Well, you're not alone! In this episode, we discuss how peer-to-peer learning and remote work can merge to upskill and reskill the workforce. We also talk about creating a perennial culture and how to be more innovative in the workplace. Our guest, Zech Dahms, shares his insights on peer-to-peer learning and how it fits into the hybrid remote and in-person world. We hear about a nonprofit organization that implemented creativity and innovation sessions for every department, resulting in increased performance, engagement, and retention rates.  Here are just a few of the questions answered in this episode of Geeks Geezers Googlization: 1. What is Perennial Culture and how has it evolved over time? Answer: Perennial Culture started as a practice to design culture and align it with a strategy to achieve engagement, and has grown into a global community of HR and people leaders who are rethinking engagement in the midst of big shifts in the workplace. 2. How is technology related to peer-to-peer learning? Answer: The host initially didn't understand peer-to-peer learning until he realized that technology, such as Chat GPT, can be a form of peer-to-peer learning. 3. What percentage of US workers need upgrading or replacement of their skills? Answer: Burning Glass Institute, Wiley, and Business-Higher Education Forum report that one-third of the skills of US workers need upgrading or replacement. 4. How can peer-to-peer learning and remote work merge in upskilling and reskilling the workforce? Answer: Peer-to-peer learning is an effective way to upskill and reskill people in a remote work environment. 7. What are Peer Assisted Learning Strategies (PALS)? Answer: Peer Assisted Learning Strategies (PALS) is a concept that uses all-star students to help other students in the class who struggle with learning. 8. What is the number one challenge for business leaders? Answer: The number one challenge for business leaders is successfully leading remote teams around the world. 9. Why is remote work desirable for employees? Answer: Remote work is desirable for employees due to the psychological principle of psychological reactants.  

Referrals are the most significant advantage for employers, as a positive and equitable candidate experience significantly increases the likelihood of receiving referrals. Even candidates who are not selected but had a positive experience may still become brand advocates and referral sources. Referrals make up 20% to 40% of the workforce hired by employers, making them a crucial competitive advantage, particularly in the 2022 job market. Kevin Grossman, the President of Talent Board, shares data supported by research on how a candidate's experience affects the influence of a referral. Additional Resources: Email Kevin: kevin.grossman@thetalentboard.org 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

Are leaders born or made? Tune in to Part II of Vivian Blade’s powerful interview with Dr. Ryan Quinn, Associate Professor and Academic Director for the Project on Positive Leadership at the University of Louisville College of Business answers. He’ll reveal some good news on this long-standing argument and provide a 5-Step roadmap for how to accomplish the practice of Positive Leadership. The result? Better workplace culture, better employee wellbeing, lower turnover, and more positive business outcomes. Additional Resources: HR's Seat at The Table: How to Get It & Keep It Influence Essentials for HR Connect with Dr. Ryan Quinn Top 100 HR Influencer 2021 - Leadership & Development #1 Best Selling Author Email: vivian@vivianblade.com Vivian's website: VivianBlade.com Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivianblade/ Vivian's full bio: https://influencewithscale.com/about-vivian-2/ Get on Vivian's Calendar: https://calendly.com/vivian-blade

This episode of the podcast was all about cracking the leadership code for the Never Normal 21st century and how to navigate the challenges of communication in the workplace.  While a tough conversation, our guest, Alain Hunkins, made it easy to listen. First and foremost, we talked about the growing importance of understanding and creating shared context, as well as the impact of information overload and the fear response. But don't worry, we also discussed some solutions like creating psychological safety, empowering autonomy, and focusing on purpose and ownership. We even touched on the current debate around AI and the importance of anti-fragility. Alain Hunkins is a renowned leadership consultant who has worked with some of the biggest names in the business including Walmart and Pfizer. So tune in and learn how to be a great leader in this ever-changing Never Normal world!