The Future Of Teamwork with Dane Groeneveld

How do you move a whole group of people at once – emotionally, behaviorally, and meaningfully? In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld sits down with Lindsey Caplan, Founder and Lead Consultant at The Gathering Effect, to discuss how to move your teams to action through more effective team gatherings. Lindsey shares actionable strategies for creating onboarding programs that go beyond compliance, designing town halls that feel personal and purposeful, and using small but powerful techniques to make every meeting memorable.Whether you’re planning a one-day session or a multi-team conference, this episode is full of practical insights for connecting, inspiring, and influencing your people.🔗 Connect with Lindsey Caplan on her website: www.gatheringeffect.com

Buddy Teaster, CEO of Soles4Souls and author of From Tailspin to Tailwind, shares insights on purpose-driven leadership and the power of curiosity in building resilient teams. He discusses transformative leadership and how diverse experiences shape one's approach. The conversation explores Stoicism's role in adapting to change and emphasizes fostering curiosity and connections within teams, especially in a post-pandemic world. Teaster also highlights innovative partnerships that empower marginalized entrepreneurs to drive economic impact and create lasting community change.

Welcome to the first episode of the special Leader Lab series! In this episode, Dane Groeneveld sits down with Art Papas, Founder & CEO of Bullhorn. Art reflects on the tough but rewarding transition from venture-backed to private equity, when Bullhorn faced rapid growth alongside low employee morale and customer dissatisfaction. He explains how reshaping team culture, listening to customer feedback, and aligning employees around clear behaviors turned those challenges into a turning point for the company. If you’ve ever wondered how to lead teams that don’t just hit numbers but also thrive together, you’ll get a lot from this conversation.🔗 Connect with Art Papas on LinkedIn and check out The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team

In this episode of the LEAD3R Lab mini-series, Dane Groeneveld interviews Conner Doyle, Vertical President for Healthcare & Practice Management at Full Steam, to hear about his winding path from marketing student to leading hundreds of people across multiple organizations. Conner shares how he approached a major organizational shift by starting with open communication, crowdsourcing input, and building trust through over 140 one-on-one conversations. Instead of imposing rigid structures, he focused on creating buy-in, fostering a culture of learning, and empowering his team to “fail fast” and move forward together.From reorganizing departments to reduce turnover, to fostering collaboration across remote teams, you won’t want to miss Conner’s wisdom on leading through uncertainty and driving meaningful change.🔗 Connect with Conner Doyle on LinkedIn

In this episode of the LEAD3R Lab mini-series, Dane Groeneveld sits down with David Bergeron, COO of EverybodyFights, a boxing, fitness, and wellness concept built on the spirit of grit and resilience.David shares his journey of navigating the chaos of the pandemic to rebuilding EverybodyFights into a thriving, growing community through servant leadership and resilience. He explains how he challenged outdated fitness industry norms – giving trainers a bigger cut, eliminating unnecessary fees, and creating flexible, people-first membership options.If you’ve ever wondered how to lead through chaos, inspire loyalty, and build teams that fight for each other, this conversation is packed with insights you need.

In this episode of the LEAD3R Lab mini-series, Dane Groeneveld chats with Erik Woodward, COO of Streamline Innovations, to explore his journey from global assignments with Chevron to leading in a fast-paced startup environment. Erik shares lessons learned from living and working abroad in places like Brazil, leading diverse teams across engineering and finance, and navigating the shift from the structure of a large corporation to the scrappy, hands-on reality of a 15-person startup.If you’re a leader who wants to build trust and strengthen your team’s culture, you won’t want to miss this conversation. 

In this episode of the LEAD3R Lab mini-series, Dane Groeneveld chats with Heather Conklin, CEO of Torch, about why caring for people as humans first builds the trust and resilience teams need to thrive. Heather shares the early teamwork lessons that shaped her leadership style, what it was like stepping into the CEO role at Torch, and how she guided her team through a period of rapid transformation – relaunching strategy, branding, and culture in just nine months.If you’re looking for human-centered leadership wisdom, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration!

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld interviews Ed Boudrot, CEO & Founder of Human Ignition, to explore how leadership and teamwork are evolving in the age of AI. Dane and Ed discuss how leaders can balance solving problems with amplifying what already works, leveraging AI for better cultural and leadership fit, and why communication and human connection matter more than ever in a technology-driven world. This is a candid, forward-looking conversation for anyone curious about how to navigate today’s leadership challenges – and how to unlock more human potential while leveraging the power of AI.🔗 Connect with Ed Boudrot on LinkedIn

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld interviews Nogol Madani, Founder & CEO of Glee Factor, to talk about how to future-proof teams for the age of AI.Dane and Nogol go deep into the concept of psychological safety – what it really means, why it’s misunderstood, and how it can make or break collaboration, innovation, and trust. Nogol shares why leaders must design low-stakes moments for their teams to take risks, why unlearning is just as important as learning, and how small, consistent actions can build a cultural infrastructure that supports innovation.This conversation is a reminder that the future of teamwork isn’t just about technology – it’s about people, trust, and building workplaces where everyone feels safe to contribute their best ideas.🔗 Connect with Nogol Madani on LinkedIn and on the Glee Factor website.Key Takeaways:00:00 Introduction to the Future of Teamwork Podcast01:24 Meet Nogol Madani: From Engineering to Team Building03:53 The Concept of Psychological Safety06:18 Challenges in Implementing Psychological Safety09:29 The Role of Leaders in Promoting Psychological Safety16:48 Practical Tools and Strategies for Teams22:12 The Impact of Language on Team Dynamics23:20 Trust and AI in the Workplace24:24 Human-Centered Approaches to AI29:46 Building Collective Confidence33:06 Mindset Shifts and Psychological Safety36:26 The Role of Experimentation in Innovation42:14 Concluding Thoughts and Future Directions

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld chats with Greg Hulsizer, Executive Coach, Consultant, and Speaker, about building stronger teams through gratitude, curiosity, and genuine human connection. He shares how leaders can get closer to their team’s day-to-day reality through unique exercises like a “This Seems Stupid to Me” contest and “Black Cloud” meetings. Plus, he shares exactly what leaders should look for in order to put the right team together.Whether you’re leading a small local team or managing multi-billion-dollar projects, Greg’s blend of curiosity and connection will inspire and motivate you to look at your leadership with fresh eyes.🔗 Connect with Greg Helsizer on LinkedInKey Takeaways:00:00 Introduction to the Future of Teamwork01:13 Meet Greg Hulsizer01:42 Greg's Early Career and Lifeguard Days02:44 Transition to City Management03:43 Pioneering Automated Toll Roads06:17 Consulting and Executive Coaching07:33 Leadership Philosophy and Team Dynamics22:10 The Importance of Gratitude in Leadership24:14 A Memorable Act of Gratitude24:34 The Importance of Style in Showing Gratitude25:48 The 'This Seems Stupid to Me' Contest26:44 Customer-Centric Decision Making28:08 The Value of Ride-Alongs and Hands-On Experience30:59 Encouraging Creativity and Connection in Teams33:37 Selecting the Right People for the Team37:43 Insights on Public-Private Partnerships42:07 Final Thoughts and Reflections