The Future Of Teamwork with Dane Groeneveld
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The Future of Teamwork - hosted by Dane Groeneveld | New Episodes Weekly The professional landscape has transformed in ways few could have predicted. So what does it take for leaders to build resilient, high-performing teams in America today? Join Dane Groeneveld each week as he sits down with trailblazers, strategists, and innovators who have successfully navigated the challenges of leadership – whether it’s scaling organizations, addressing workplace toxicity, future-proofing workforce strategies, or adapting to AI-driven disruption. These conversations go beyond theory. They offer actionable insights, real-world experiences, and proven frameworks from those who’ve led through complexity. Because leadership isn’t about having all the answers – it’s about knowing when to ask questions, challenge the status quo, and seek expert advice. If you're ready to build a future-proof team, add The Future of Teamwork to your playlist.· Follow Dane: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danegroeneveld/· Website: https://lead3r.com/· Apply to be on the show: https://thefutureofteamwork.com/contact/· Invite Dane to be on your show: https://thefutureofteamwork.com/contact/
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Nov 18, 2025 • 46min
Designing Disruption-Proof Teams with Dr. Vijay Pendakur
In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, host Dane Groeneveld talks with Dr. Vijay Pendakur, author of The Alchemy of Talent and founder of Vijay Pendakur Consulting, about how to build teams that can thrive through constant disruption. Vijay shares how his early work in student experience design and later executive roles in tech shaped his belief that teams are the true “micro-ecosystems” of performance.Together, they explore why so many change initiatives fail, how risk aversion keeps organizations stuck, and why small, behavior-based experiments at the team level often outperform top-down plans. Vijay offers practical tools leaders can use right away, from novelty-based rituals and recognition practices to his “disruption-proof team” maturity model that helps leaders understand where their teams are today and what to do next.🔗 Connect with Dr. Vijay Pendakur on LinkedIn
Nov 11, 2025 • 46min
Everyone Is a Leader: Building a Coaching Culture at MD Anderson with Mickie DeVeau
In this episode, Dane Groeneveld speaks with Mickie DeVeau, Director of the Leadership Institute at MD Anderson Cancer Center, about how one of the world’s leading healthcare organizations builds leadership capacity at every level.Mickie shares how MD Anderson’s coaching culture empowers employees—from physicians to administrative staff—to lead with empathy, accountability, and purpose. Their conversation explores how structured development, shared responsibility, and authentic connection help make “Making Cancer History” more than a tagline.🔗 Connect with Mickie DeVeau on LinkedIn
Nov 4, 2025 • 43min
No-Blame Teams, Growth Mindset, and Building Trust in the Age of Agentic AI with Sonam Ludhani
Sonam Ludhani, a RevOps leader at TONOMUS with a rich background in operations and tech, discusses transformative workplace cultures. She highlights the power of no-blame teams for fostering innovation and psychological safety. Sonam also dives into the common pitfalls of AI initiatives, stressing the need for trust and strategic roadmaps. Treating AI like an intern, she emphasizes human oversight and the importance of augmenting rather than replacing human roles. Finally, her insights on building credibility and running internal experiments reveal a roadmap for successful AI adoption.
Oct 28, 2025 • 44min
Tapping Into the Human Side of HR: Building Connection Through Change with Kelley Morse
In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld chats with Kelley Morse, Chief People Officer at Bullhorn, to talk about how HR is evolving and why authenticity, empathy, and connection are leading the way.Kelley shares how her experience across startups, biotech, and fintech shaped her people-first approach, and why she believes HR should be more about relationships and less about “policy policing.” From cross-functional team meetups to navigating mergers and acquisitions with compassion, Kelley explains how Bullhorn is helping employees stay connected, celebrate wins, and find meaning in their work. If you’ve ever wondered how to make your HR team a true strategic partner (or how to build deeper connections across your organization) this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.🔗 Connect with Kelley Morse on LinkedIn
Oct 22, 2025 • 44min
A Framework for Human-Centered Leadership with Claude Silver
What does it mean to lead with heart? In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld interviews Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX and author of Be Yourself at Work, about how empathy, presence, and trust became the foundation of her leadership philosophy. Claude shares her perspective on the importance of going toward fear, why “culture fit” should be replaced with “culture add,” and what it takes to build truly resilient teams. This episode is a masterclass in how empathy, honesty, and shared responsibility can transform workplaces into thriving, human-centered communities.🔗 Connect with Claude Silver on her website and read her new book
Oct 14, 2025 • 50min
How Profit Sharing Transforms Teamwork and Company Culture with Rob Gallaher
What happens when you create a shared fate for your team – one where you link their teamwork directly to their financial success? In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld sits down with Rob Gallaher, CEO at ProfitX, to unpack how profit sharing can completely transform team motivation, culture, and performance. Tune in to learn how profit sharing fosters accountability and shared purpose, and how to successfully present the concept of profit sharing to your team. Plus, hear real-world examples of how teams step up when they have interest at stake.🔗 Learn more about Profit Sharing
Oct 7, 2025 • 45min
Clear and Compelling: How to Master Leadership Communication with Salvatore Manzi
In this episode of The Future of Teamwork. Dane Groeneveld interviews Salvatore Manzi, Leadership Communications Coach and author of Clear and Compelling. Salvatore shares why most public speaking training caters to extroverts, and how he’s developed frameworks that work just as well for introverted, analytical leaders. He introduces his three pillars of communication – content, delivery, and presence – and explains how they help leaders connect across functions, reduce misunderstandings, and inspire action.Whether you’re leading a team meeting, pitching investors, or communicating big change, this episode offers actionable insights to help you show up with clarity, confidence, and connection. 🔗 Pre-Order Clear and Compelling🔗 Connect with Salvatore Manzi on LinkedIn
Sep 30, 2025 • 48min
Building Inclusive and Resilient Teams with Rocki Howard
Want to build inclusive teams where people can show up authentically? You’ll love this episode of The Future of Teamwork. Dane Groeneveld chats with Rocki Howard, Founder and Chief Diversologist at Diversiology.IO, Chief People and Equity Officer at Textio, and host of Grown Woman Wednesday. Together, Dane and Rocki look at the challenges and opportunities facing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) today, including how the work has been politicized, why sustainable practices matter more than performative gestures, and how leaders at every level can help build trust, belonging, and high-performing teams.🔗 Follow Rocki Howard, Diversiology.IO, and Textio on LinkedIn
Sep 23, 2025 • 46min
Distributed Leadership and the Future of Teamwork with Peter Laughter
Have you ever felt the pressure to be the smartest person in the room?In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld sits down with keynote speaker, storyteller, and entrepreneur Peter Laughter to explore what distributed leadership looks like today. Together, they examine how shifting away from command-and-control structures can empower teams to solve problems, innovate, and create real meaning in their work.If you’ve ever wondered how to unlock creativity, agency, and purpose in your organization, this conversation will challenge the old playbook and point to a future where teamwork is everything.🔗 Connect with Peter Laughter on his website or LinkedIn
Sep 16, 2025 • 45min
How to Move Teams to Action by Designing Better Employee Experiences with Lindsey Caplan
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
