Leading Up: The Work Shift
Udemy | Pod People
Shift happens. This podcast can help. Layoffs can leave you scrambling for what’s next. Company priorities can switch at the speed of light. Promotions can feel out of reach. Or perhaps you’re starting a new venture. For better or worse, our work lives are constantly changing. How do we forge our career path through this ever changing landscape?
Leading Up: The Work Shift is the compass that will guide you back to your career values, goals, and vision. If you’re feeling lost, you're not alone. Host Elizabeth Weingarten talks to executives, entrepreneurs, and Udemy instructors who have survived layoffs and career uncertainty. We ask how to rebound after getting fired, what blocks talented individuals from getting promotions, and how to build a career that makes you proud.
Elizabeth is a journalist, applied behavioral scientist, and author of the book “How to Fall in Love with Questions: A New Way to Thrive in Times of Uncertainty.” Elizabeth is the Director of Thought Leadership for Udemy, and your guide through whatever shifts are happening in your world of work.
We all deserve to thrive in our careers, even when we’re not sure what’s next. Whether you're stuck in a job that's crushing your soul, facing an unexpected layoff, or ready to make a bold move but don't know where to start, your next chapter starts now.
Follow Leading Up: The Work Shift on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube. New episodes drop Tuesdays.
Find out more about Leading Up: The Work Shift at business.udemy.com/leading-up-podcast
Production by Pod People
Leading Up: The Work Shift is the compass that will guide you back to your career values, goals, and vision. If you’re feeling lost, you're not alone. Host Elizabeth Weingarten talks to executives, entrepreneurs, and Udemy instructors who have survived layoffs and career uncertainty. We ask how to rebound after getting fired, what blocks talented individuals from getting promotions, and how to build a career that makes you proud.
Elizabeth is a journalist, applied behavioral scientist, and author of the book “How to Fall in Love with Questions: A New Way to Thrive in Times of Uncertainty.” Elizabeth is the Director of Thought Leadership for Udemy, and your guide through whatever shifts are happening in your world of work.
We all deserve to thrive in our careers, even when we’re not sure what’s next. Whether you're stuck in a job that's crushing your soul, facing an unexpected layoff, or ready to make a bold move but don't know where to start, your next chapter starts now.
Follow Leading Up: The Work Shift on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube. New episodes drop Tuesdays.
Find out more about Leading Up: The Work Shift at business.udemy.com/leading-up-podcast
Production by Pod People
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Jul 19, 2023 • 40min
The Art of 360 Feedback For Emerging Leaders
The podcast discusses the art of 360 feedback for emerging leaders, including topics such as effective communication, different leadership styles, and the importance of routines and rituals in shaping leadership skills.
Jul 12, 2023 • 31min
Invested Leaders: Leading From the Outside In With Dave Ulrich
How can emerging leaders navigate the paradoxes and tensions in the ever-changing world of work?David Ulrich, the father of modern HR, speaks with host Alan Todd about the idea of value creation in leadership development and focusing on the customer as the ultimate winner or loser in the workplace battle. Dave shares his thoughts on the importance of balancing empathy with market success, and offers advice for emerging leaders on intentionally creating work environments where people feel safe to dare. Learn more from Dave Ulrich in the new Udemy Business Leadership Academy program, Invested Leaders.
Jul 5, 2023 • 35min
Fostering Inclusive Workplaces and a Growth Mindset
Have you ever felt like an imposter in your own workplace? You're not alone. Sabrina Khan, Performance & Development Manager at Encompass and an expert in creating inclusive environments at work, joins host Alan Todd to talk about how to overcome self-limiting beliefs and champion learning in our careers. Sabrina shares her insights on the growing importance of learning in today's organizations thanks to social media and younger CEOs, and discusses how to make it a top priority for senior leaders.Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
Jun 28, 2023 • 33min
How Low Stakes Practice Builds Lasting Leadership Skills
Lt. Col. Adam Pannone shares how his military training can be used to hone the skills needed for success as a leader in the private sector. A West Point grad, former military officer, and now a Digital Program Leader at Johnson & Johnson, Adam shares how his experiences in the military have led him to understand the value of broadening his knowledge and skill sets for creative and innovative problem-solving. He encourages early-career individuals to explore and find their unique path, and the essential role of embracing accountability and curiosity in leadership. He also encourages leaders to use low stakes moments to help their teams develop new skills, and to teach, coach, and motivate with enthusiasm. Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
Jun 21, 2023 • 31min
Navigating the Corporate Jungle Gym
Everyone has an idea of what their career journey will look like and it is up to them to own it. We all have a destination and it doesn’t have to always be a “ladder.” Someone’s journey may oftentimes look like a jungle gym or a lattice!This week on Leading Up, Dr. Hamaria Crockett joins host Alan Todd to discuss leadership development and training, authenticity in the workplace, finding your professional purpose and more. Dr. Hamaria is a Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach and the VP of Leadership and Organization Development at Pax Eight.Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
Jun 14, 2023 • 28min
Creating the Workplace as an Oasis in an Uncertain World
Nearly three quarters of companies in the United States have adopted or plan to adopt a hybrid model of work. We’re a few years into this hybrid work experiment, but we are still figuring out exactly how leaders can unite, motivate, and develop their teams. This week on Leading Up, Rebecca Ray joins host Alan Todd to discuss the future of work, succeeding with hybrid work, and her vision of the workplace as an oasis. She is the Executive Vice President of Human Capital at The Conference Board, a nonprofit think tank founded over 100 years ago that delivers business insights on the most challenging issues of our time. Rebecca’s distinguished career includes being an executive at three Fortune 50 companies and writing for Forbes Magazine. She earned her PhD from New York University, and was named “Chief Learning Officer of the Year” by Chief Learning Officer magazine. Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
Jun 7, 2023 • 2min
Summer's Starting With Leadership Lessons in Season 3
Leading Up is back with a whole new season of episodes. Host Alan Todd, VP of Leadership Development at Udemy, sits down with top researchers and practitioners to lay out the blueprint for leadership development. This is the podcast for emerging and seasoned leaders alike and anyone looking to level up their career. Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
Jun 7, 2023 • 27min
How to Find Career Joy from Day One
Are you prepared to thrive at your first job or internship? Get ready to navigate the workplace with Shannon Lewandowski, Development Program Director at Great American Insurance Group. This week’s conversation dives into the common skills gaps for new college graduates, how to navigate the corporate environment, and how to find joy at work. From her own journey of transitioning from social work to the insurance industry, Shannon tells us how taking risks and embracing new challenges shaped her career trajectory and growth.Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
May 10, 2023 • 33min
How to Communicate like a Leader
How you communicate is at the cornerstone of how you build trust, leverage influence, and find success in the workplace.This week on Leading Up, we are talking to an expert on the foundations of leadership communication. Deborah Grayson Riegel is an executive coach, consultant, and keynote speaker. She teaches leadership communication at The Wharton School, Duke’s Fuqua School, and Columbia Business School’s Women in Leadership Program. She writes for Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Inc. Magazine. Her most recent book is titled, “Go to Help: 31 Strategies to Offer, Ask for, and Accept Help.”Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
May 3, 2023 • 26min
Why Strong Leaders Are Strong Learners
Integrating leadership with continuous learning is challenging for professionals as they work towards the next level of their career. It’s especially vital for those who push themselves to the brink of burnout. For those looking to pass the torch, this means making it safe for high-achieving individuals to rest. It also means making it safe for them to fail and learn valuable lessons.This week on the podcast, Merck Chief Learning Officer Johann Laville joins us to break down his takes on creating space for curiosity, and communicating effectively in the midst of setbacks, conflict, and constant change.Learn more about Udemy Business at https://bit.ly/udemy-podcast.
