Disrupt Yourself Podcast with Whitney Johnson

Former high achiever at the top of Johnson and Johnson's HR department, Lori Winkler, discusses bringing one's authentic self to work and how personal connections and unexpected care impact the workplace. She also explores the role of strategic structures and talent in supporting a company's strategy, as well as the importance of HR in shaping organizational culture. Winkler reflects on her personal journey, including her transition from the entertainment industry to healthcare and her dream job of working for Bruce Springsteen. She also highlights the influence of Springsteen on leadership and succession planning, and discusses the need for agility and adaptability in healthcare leadership post-COVID-19.

Chris Rainey, advocate for the wonders of human resources, discusses the evolving role of HR leaders, overcoming bullying through basketball, an unconventional career path from chef to HR leader, transitioning to entrepreneurship, expanding reach through virtual events, and the challenges of starting anew. The speaker also emphasizes the importance of self-kindness and trusting HR professionals.

Diana Kander, a serial entrepreneur, shares her experience of achieving 10x growth in her business. They discuss the importance of going big, creating space for curiosity, adding magic to the sales process, and the influence of being a refugee on a go big mindset.

Learn the importance of connecting with our future selves and how it can enhance our spirit and purpose. Explore practical examples of focusing on our future selves in financial services. Discover strategies for prioritizing important tasks and setting goals for self-improvement. Reflect on the joy of rediscovering a love for tennis and embracing uncertainty while exploring new paths.

Matt Abrahams, an expert in communication and author of 'Think Faster Talk Smarter', discusses strategies for improving spontaneous communication skills, reframing anxiety as an opportunity, gracefully exiting conversations at networking events, and the power of effective communication. He also shares valuable lessons in communication from exploring a new shared activity and provides tips on preparing for spontaneous speaking.

Gail Miller, the wealthiest person in Utah, discusses her philanthropic efforts in real estate, healthcare, and homelessness services. The podcast explores the origins of giving, the beauty of Utah, balancing femininity and power, faith traditions, state electoral reform, and the criteria for selecting philanthropic projects.

Chris Duffey, strategic development manager for Adobe, discusses the potential of AI to amplify human capabilities rather than replace them. He also talks about the integration of creativity and analytics in his work, the role of Adobe in developing and promoting Creative Cloud, and the importance of giving credit to artists for AI-generated art. Additionally, he explores the power of effective communication and the practical applications of AI in personal growth and development.

What does it mean to advocate for something? We all know what it’s like to give a nervous presentation. But to adjust the question a bit – what does it mean to advocate for someONE? Specifically, yourself? Joining us today is Jayshree Seth, Chief Science Advocate at 3M. Her role today involves clearing away the brush and undergrowth of misinformation to show the world that science is not a scary monolith. She's also coming up with new ways to show us that we’re all scientists in our own way. But Jayshree couldn’t have found herself in this unique role without the experience of advocating for herself.

Alan Mulally, former executive at Boeing and CEO of Ford, shares insights on leadership, teamwork, and creating a positive work environment. He highlights the importance of love and collaboration, and discusses the power of smiling. The podcast also explores data-driven decision making, psychological safety, and creating a culture of responsibility, service, and love.

Attention is the real currency of all advertising. It’s how many seconds they can keep your eyes glued on whatever billboard or TV ad is in front of you at that moment. And then there’s the science of why exactly it caught your attention, in the first place. Advertisers represent this fascinating intersection of business and psychology, so today we want to find out what we can glean from this unique industry.  Today we're joined by Sam Horn, CEO and founder of the Intrigue Agency, where she helps brands craft their communication. She’s also an author focusing on how we can navigate conflict in our everyday lives, including Tongue Fu and Sam’s latest, Talking on Eggshells.