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Leading Up With Udemy

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Oct 23, 2024 • 11min

Building a Skills-Based Organization with Paul Kent

In this discussion, Paul Kent, Senior L&D Manager at PepsiCo, reveals how skills-based practices can elevate employee performance and engagement. He stresses the need for core skills like digital fluency and resilience amidst rapid changes in the workplace. Paul also highlights the effectiveness of cohort learning, fostering communities that support education. Furthermore, he delves into the synergy between AI and human intelligence, showcasing innovative ways these technologies can enhance collaboration and productivity for organizational success.
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Oct 16, 2024 • 20min

Leadership Lessons from Fortune 500 Executives

Join former Charles Schwab CEO Dave Pottruck as he shares his wisdom on humility and patience in leadership. He emphasizes leading from the middle, where collaboration thrives and team insights are valued. The discussion also highlights the importance of building a strong learning culture, fostering trust, and nurturing continuous leadership growth. Pottruck’s insights illuminate how effective leaders embrace diversity and prioritize self-awareness to enhance decision-making. This conversation is a treasure trove for anyone looking to lead with impact.
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Sep 18, 2024 • 34min

From Newsrooms to Boardrooms: Alan Murray's Leadership Insights

Alan Todd sits down with Alan Murray, President of the Dow Jones Leadership Institute and former CEO of Fortune Magazine. Murray shares his journey from a young journalism enthusiast to a leader in the media industry, offering insights on adapting to technological disruption and the evolving role of business in society. He also discusses the challenges facing journalism today and the importance of integrity in leadership. Tune in to learn how to navigate change and lead with purpose in an ever-changing world.Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
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Sep 11, 2024 • 31min

Neurodiversity at Work: Strategies for Inclusive Leadership

Alan Todd speaks with Jessica Michaels, an award-winning speaker and expert in leadership development. After discovering in her thirties that she has autism and ADHD, Jessica became an advocate for neurodiversity in the workplace. She shares practical insights on how leaders can create more inclusive environments that unlock the potential of neurodivergent employees. With humor and directness, Jessica explains how embracing diverse ways of thinking can lead to more innovative and effective teams.Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
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Sep 4, 2024 • 35min

From Dumpster Fires to Dream Workplaces

Alan Todd sits down with Hebba Youssef, creator of the popular HR newsletter I Hate It Here and Chief People Officer at Workweek. With over 130,000 subscribers, Heba's newsletter provides candid insights and advice for HR professionals looking to build workplaces that people love. In this conversation, Heba shares her human-centered approach to leadership, offering fresh perspectives on the future of work, building trust, and leading with empathy. Tune in for practical ideas on how to create a more engaging and people-focused work environment.Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
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Aug 28, 2024 • 32min

Empowering Women of Color in the Workplace with Cynthia Pong

Join Alan Todd as he sits down with Cynthia Pong, founder and CEO of Embrace Change, a firm dedicated to helping women of color achieve their career goals. Cynthia shares her innovative concept of "career insurance" — steps to ensure long-term career success. They discuss her transition from law to career coaching, strategies for career advancement for women of color, and overcoming systemic marginalization. Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
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Aug 21, 2024 • 30min

Cultivating Gen Z Success with Human-Centered Leadership

Alan Todd sits down with David Yeager, Associate Professor of Developmental Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin, and Stefani Okamoto, Director of Manager Excellence at ServiceNow. They discuss debunking negative stereotypes about Gen Z, introducing the mentor mindset in leadership, and exploring practical insights from David's book, 10 to 25. Learn how to foster growth, support potential, and apply cutting-edge developmental psychology to inspire emerging leaders.Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
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Aug 14, 2024 • 30min

Navigating Generational Dynamics in Work and Life

Alan Todd as he sits down with Sophie Riegel, a best-selling author, speaker, coach, and mental health advocate. Sophie shares her journey as a young mental health advocate, strategies for optimizing intergenerational relationships, tips for talking about mental health with young people, and how to offer, ask for, and accept help. They also discuss the impact of generational dynamics in the workplace and at home.Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
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Aug 7, 2024 • 32min

Transforming the Future: Visionary Leadership with Sunny Bonnell

Join Alan Todd as he sits down with Sunny Bonnell, co-founder of the renowned branding agency Motto and co-author of "Rare Breed: A Guide to Success for the Defiant, Dangerous, and Different." In this episode, Sunny shares key lessons from her book, strategies for balancing creativity and business, and the importance of visionary leadership.Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 33min

Strategic Self-Awareness: The Defining Skills for Leaders

Alan Todd sits down with Dr. Ann Schulte, a versatile executive with a career spanning communications, consulting, higher education, and work-based learning leadership. Dr. Schulte, former Chief Learning Officer at MasterCard and Procter & Gamble, now serves as an academic director at the University of Pennsylvania. They discuss leadership and development, strategic self-awareness, feedback receptiveness, and media literacy in the age of AI. Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.

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