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Let’s Fix Work Episode 88:A lot of people are making a big deal about the end of the decade. I am not one of those people. As we close out another year, today's show is not a wrap up episode. Instead, as we leave 2019 and head into 2020, I would like to take this opportunity to talk about something that's on my mind. In the HR community a lot of people are talking about influence and thought leadership. Some people think those words are played out. But there are people in the HR world who do want to be thought leaders and influencers. They have something smart to say about fixing work. I love these individuals. And it’s not just in the HR world where I see this shift happening. There's a cultural movement happening. More and more people feel the need to educate. More people are feeling the need to teach. They have a message to share. Are you one of those people who wants to be a thought leader? Do you have a message of hope? Well, if you do, I have some tips for you. So if you want some tactical tips and strategies on becoming a thought leader in 2020, then sit back and listen to this episode of Let’s Fix Work.  In this episode, you’ll hear: The importance of being comfortable within your own skin and with the title of ‘thought leader’ A reminder that you can’t compete or influence if you are not putting yourself and your content out there Understanding that everyone has a competitor and some ways to audit and stop your competition  Realize that in order to become a thought leader or influence, you have get in the mix and be where the conversations are happening Why you must be willing to take risks and be willing to be ostracized from the people you absolutely love and adore  Resources from this episode:The Gap Between the Good and FamousRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 87This week my BFF, Jennifer McClure, joins me on the podcast. Jennifer is a professional speaker and business advisor. She helps leaders embrace the future of work and leverage their influence to create positive, lasting change in and through their organizations. She is also the CEO of DisruptHR, an information exchange designed to energize, inform, and empower people in the HR field. Today’s episode is a great representation of what happens when Jennifer and I get together to chat. We typically start off on one topic, in this case it was my book writing and publishing journey, and move on to the next, in a somewhat rapid-fire succession. You’ll hear us chat about work, including our 2020 work outlook and epiphanies about time management. We also discuss burnout and rethinking the way we view business.So if you want to hear two BFFs talk about the importance of slowing down, our outlook on work in 2020, and some other random topics, then relax and enjoy this episode of Let’s Fix Work.  In this episode, you’ll hear: About Laurie’s book writing journey, the editing process, and what to expect in the new year and beyond Goodreads and Amazon as incredibly important platforms for authors and how Laurie’s publishing team is prepping for her book launch later next year Where in the world is Jennifer McClure? Some of the sights and sounds she will be traveling to in 2020 Jennifer’s epiphanies around time management, which she had while recovering from a horse-riding accident What we are excited about for 2020, including doing things a little bit differently in our lives, including getting a bit more sober and taking a time Sabbath    Resources from this episode:Jennifer McClureImpact Makers PodcastEmerald City ProductionsRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com  

Let’s Fix Work Episode 86When my podcast producer, Danny Ozment, first told me about virtual summits, I was like, “Wait, what is that all about?” Once I learned more, I realized a virtual summit is a fantastic tool for inner work. The theme in my life and my work for many years has been to help people explore their inner selves and solve their own problems. To affirm that theme, at the tail end of 2019 I am holding The Self-Leadership Summit, a virtual summit to help attendees move from a state of learned helplessness to active leadership, in their own lives. The process of self auditing, of understanding our values, of knowing who we are and where we want to go in the world, is the first step in moving toward self-leadership. Sure, you can hire a life coach or business coach, work with a mentor or be part of a mastermind, but you really need to know yourself first. We fix work by fixing ourselves. If you want to learn more about The Self-Leadership Summit, including the speakers and presentations, relax and enjoy this episode of Let’s Fix Work.  In this episode, you’ll hear: The short and sweet definition of a virtual summit  The Self-Leadership Summit, what it’s all about Speakers who will be appearing, including old friends and new  The topics you can expect to hear about, including how the hustle is the opposite of leadership, and how to stop being a jackass in 2020 What attendees can expect and get as part of their registration  Resources from this episode:Self-Leadership SummitJennifer McClureMary Ellen SlayterAnthony RanaudoScott StrattenCarlos RiosTorin EllisThe Jackass Whisperer, by Scott StrattenRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com  

Let’s Fix Work Episode 85If you've ever parked your car, decided to check Twitter, and 10 minutes later you were still in your car or if you have ever woken up in the morning, only to check your Smartphone and think What the hell am I doing? you're not alone. I’ve just described myself. At times, I feel like I am addicted to technology. My guest today is Adam Alter, an Associate Professor of Marketing at NYU Stern School of Business and author of the book, Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked.Guess what, technology is irresistible and this alluring temptation is all around us. The devices have been designed this way—to make us rely on them and want more interactions from others using devices. Professor and author Adam Alter is here today to help modify our addictive technology behaviors. And I have to tell you this message is timely. So if you've got any issues related to technology and you want to learn how to adjust your behavior plus reclaim your day, sit back and listen to today’s episode of Let’s Fix Work. In this episode, you’ll hear: Behavioral addictions and their consequences The rise in tech addictions and how to manage in a tech-heavy world  The need for self-leadership in resolving the issues with tech addictions How employees are judged for their efficiency and new ways to convey their efficiency moving forward What consumers are demanding out of their tech and their concerns about addiction Economic classes and the current role of technology Some solutions for limiting our exposure to tech The motives driving us to utilize technology Resources from this episode:Adam Alter on LinkedInIrresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us HookedDrunk Tank PinkSelf-Leadership SummitRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com  

Let’s Fix Work Episode 84This week my guest is Vadim Liberman. Vadim is someone who is incredibly special to me. He's so special that I almost didn’t want to share him with the world, but I will because he's great. Vadim is the new Managing Editor of ERE magazine, which is an online magazine for recruiters and talent acquisition professionals. Before he worked at ERE, he worked at The Conference Board Review and he was my boss. He was an exceptional boss at that. Every time he edited a piece of my writing, he made it better. So yes, I have firsthand knowledge that Vadim is an amazing leader with an awesome view on the world of work. He is also a critical thinker when it comes to tools, techniques, methodologies, and technology; and how we use them in the world of work. I love that about him. So if you want to hear about the future of work and technology trends from someone who is getting stuff done and making a difference, then sit back and listen to this episode of Let’s Fix Work.In this episode, you’ll hear: The Conference Board Review, the work Vadim and I did there, and our boss/employee relationship Why being friends with your boss is just not conducive to friendship or leadership  Thinking of workplace culture as a community; rather than as a family  Vadim as a fearless communicator What DisruptHR NYC is and Vadim’s contributions Why authenticity isn’t important in work and how it can be counterproductive to good leadership and being a good employee  The importance of being your best self rather than your real self We ponder the question, “Are we using technology and assessments to get to the outcome that we wanted or do we really believe in science?” The good, the bad, and the ugly of HR tech; plus what’s working and what’s not  Resources from this episode:Vadim Liberman on LinkedInERE MagazineDisruptHRSure PeopleRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 83Kris Dunn’s book, 9 Faces of HR, is awesome. I hope to have him as a guest on the podcast in the future. In the meantime, let me tell you briefly about his book. He has broken up the world of HR into 9 personas using a nine-box grid. It is a great book for personal development, professional development, self leadership, and to understand who you are and what you have to offer. I love Kris, his framework, and his model. I also think the concept of nine HR personas is really interesting. Not to steal Kris’s thunder, but I think there are three personality types when it comes to HR professionals. Today, I am going to dive into who they are and how they view organizations like SHRM. So if you want to hear about the three personality types of the HR profession and hear some talk about SHRM, then sit back and listen to this episode of Let’s Fix Work. In this episode, you’ll hear: The three personality types of Human Resources Why some think the world's largest HR management association doesn't do HR very well  How SHRM can be relevant to all three personas  The idea that if you work in human resources, you have to love HR The importance of developing a network of people who know how to play the HR game A reminder that you need friends outside of HR Resources from this episode:Kris Dunn on LinkedIn9 Faces of HR, by Kris DunnMary Faulkner on LinkedIn SHRM Annual Conference and ExpositionVictorio Milian on Let’s Fix WorkRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 82Earlier this year I was invited to speak to a bunch of corporate executives about the future of work. I was there as the special guest expected to bring some new ideas on how to rethink and re-imagine the world of human resources. I love these opportunities because it gives me a chance to try out new material. I decided to talk about something I've been thinking about for a long time. What if the CEO ran human resources?What would happen in your company if your CEO woke up tomorrow and suddenly decided to run human resources? Sure, it could mean a big disruption and there would be a huge learning curve for most CEOs. If you're a CEO, you may be thinking you would be way too busy to run the HR department. In this episode, I explore what the world of Human Resources would look like if we passed the reins to the CEO. Sure, your reaction listening to this episode may turn out just like the audience I presented this topic to; they were mad. They even heckled me. They thought it was a stupid idea. All of this tells me I'm on to something good. So if you are interested in exploring what a human resources department run by a CEO might look like, then sit back and listen to this episode of Let’s Fix Work. In this episode, you’ll hear: There needs to be a re-imagining of the world of HR, why not give it to the CEO When your CEO runs human resources, it breaks down this notion that there are people and then there are profits As a leader, you cannot guarantee that people are having a good experience at work unless you have a direct line of sight and accountability into that function Why I'm in love with the idea that CEOs should run the human resources department Ask the person who is the most creative, most powerful, and most responsible for fixing work to run the HR department, the CEO Resources from this episode:Read more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 81One of the crowning jewels in the life here in North Carolina is the N.C. State Fair. I've lived in a lot of places. I've bounced around a lot. I've even lived abroad. Up until the time I moved down to Raleigh, I had never been to a state fair. I didn’t know what I had been missing. Let me tell you, the N.C. State Fair is an interesting intersection of agriculture industry, artistry, high fat, and high fructose corn syrup food.Today, I'm talking to Heather Overton, Assistant Director of Communications for the N.C. State Fair Press Office and our go to concierge for the N.C. State Fair. So how does this mega-event come together? What's it all about? Why do people keep coming back? What makes the N.C. state fair so special? Heather will be helping us answer all of these questions and more. So if you like fried food, livestock competitions, or landscape exhibits and are interested in learning how it all comes together, then sit back and listen to this episode of Let’s Fix Work. In this episode, you’ll hear: What’s new in 2019 at the N.C. State Fair and what makes it such an important event  The philosophy behind the Fair pivoting away from Hollywood-type acts and moving towards local entertainment instead The Fair as a unifying force in the community All about the food: what's new, what's exciting and what's returning. Plus, Food Lion Hunger Relief Day N.C. State Fair staff, who puts it on, how it’s run and the planning cycle Reflecting on the Fair and how it is rooted in North Carolina’s agricultural industry and history Resources from this episode: NC State FairNJ State Fair Press Office Heather OvertonRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 80Have you heard of Lil Bub? If not, let me introduce you to her. She is a published author, a talk show host, a movie star, and has helped raise well over $300,000 for animals in need. In 2011, she went viral and became an internet sensation. Oh yeah, and she’s a cat.  Yes, you read that correctly. Lil Bub is a special needs cat, in fact. She suffers from an extreme form of dwarfism, making her a permanent kitten with stubby legs, no teeth and the inability to use the litter box on her own. So her owner, Mike Bridavsky, helps her with everything, including running the day-to-day business of Lil BUB. Alright, you may be wondering what an amazing cat and her owner have to do with my podcast. Well, they are a fascinating example of using work to help make the world a better place. So I went down to Bloomington, Indiana, to learn everything I could about the work and business of Lil Bub. And of course, I wanted to meet Lil Bub too. She did not disappoint. So if you're interested in the business of Lil Bub or what it's like to have an internet-famous cat, sit tight and listen to this episode of Let’s Fix Work. In this episode, you’ll hear: The story of how Mike and Lil Bub met and how she became a very special part of Mike’s life How and when Mike realized he had a famous cat on his hands and how he felt about the internet fame Lil Bub’s purpose through the eyes of Mike What Lil Bub has taught Mike when it comes to caring for a cat with special needs and how what he has learned can be applied to his business How Lil Bub and Mike have been able to donate $700k to charities How Mike learned to maneuver through the complexities and legalities of building off of Lil Bub’s internet fame to create a business that helps charities Is the internet all bad? Mike answers my question, “Are there glimmers of hope through the internet?” Mike talks about multitasking, running a music production studio, and what he is doing to get the balance right Resources from this episode:Lil BUB website Lil Bub on InstagramHelp Tiny Tim through Waggle FoundationWorld's Cutest Cat: Bub, Toothless and Stubby-Legged Kitten, Videos Go Viral Bub, Toothless and Stubby-Legged Kitten, Goes Viral (ABC News) Why Is Lil Bub Such a Famous Cat? It's in Her Blood. Literally. (Wired)Lil Bub (Buzzfeed)Lil Bub (Vice)Read more from LaurieWork with Laurie***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Let’s Fix Work Episode 79I want to share a story with you this week. It starts out like this: a long time ago, I took an HR Advisor job for a well-known company, and the job sucked. It sucked the life out of me and it sucked my energy. It was downright horrible. And yet, I had an inkling, on the day it was offered, that the choice may be a bad one. But I moved forward because I had a pile of student debt to pay off. And while I did gain some experience and worked on national and international levels, it was not all it was cracked up to be. The biggest lesson from that tumultuous time in my worklife was this: I did not have to take that job and when I realized it was a bad fit, I didn't have to stay with it.So this week on the show, the guest is me and I'm talking about putting yourself first, taking control of your career, and being your own HR representative. There is no leadership without self-leadership. So if you're looking around and you're waiting for someone to be the person to make a change, look in the mirror because that person is you. Now sit back and listen to this week’s eye-opening episode of Let’s Fix Work. In this episode, you’ll hear: How I let money drive my decision, realizing later that had I just fixed my relationship with money, I could have had a different relationship with work (and you can too) Realizing you are the only person who can fix work for you If you are unhappy in your career, you can make a plan, you can invest in yourself, and you can invest in your wellbeing Acknowledging if you're looking for work and you take something only because of money, you're complaisant Understanding the era of learned helplessness is over Resources from this episode:Read more from LaurieWork with Laurie***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com