The Disrupted Workforce

DETAILS | In this inspiring conversation, Stephanie Nadi Olson, founder of We Are Rosie, one of the fastest-growing companies in the US, shares her remarkable journey from refugee roots to revolutionizing the modern workforce. Her origin story profoundly shaped her business ethos and drive to create something extraordinary. We Are Rosie is a platform of 25,000+ talented marketers redefining how marketing works through diversity, flexibility, and inclusion. Join us to learn why the next huge wave of transformation is people transformation, why more than half of the workforce will be working freelance in five years, how Generative AI will impact marketing, and how a “layer cake workforce” is redefining culture, productivity, and teams. Finally, we hold space for a heartfelt discussion on how to navigate the triggering topics that impact our ability to show up at work, including social change, global conflict, and injustice.   If you have been looking for a powerful example of how human-centered leadership can architect the Future of Work, you will love this conversation. We had goosebumps! GUEST | Stephanie Nadi Olson is an innovator and disruptor, aiming to change the world's perspective on the future of work and what it means to be inclusive in the workplace. Olson, a former advertising executive, founded We Are Rosie in 2018, before the pandemic made remote and flexible work mainstream. She was the company's CEO from 2018 to 2022, overseeing its rapid growth and influence. In January 2023, Olson moved to Executive Chair of the Board of Directors to focus on propelling We Are Rosie's mission and forecasting what's next while leading the Board. During her advertising career, Olson worked with big brands and major tech companies, including Microsoft and AOL, as well as start-ups. She developed a unique 360-degree view of industry practices and saw the need for transformation. Olson used this insight, as well as her life experience as the daughter of a refugee, to create the foundation for We Are Rosie, a human-centered approach to marketing that celebrates diversity and facilitates work-life harmony while creating access, opportunity, and wealth for those who choose a flexible career path. Last year, Olson was inducted into the American Advertising Federation’s Advertising Hall of Achievement and was an EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2022 Southeast Award winner. She was named to the Forbes Future of Work 50 list, was one of Atlanta Magazine’s 2022 Women Making a Mark, and was named one of Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Most Admired CEOs. In addition, she was named a 2022 Aspen Ideas Festival Fellow. In 2021, she was named to the EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women class. In addition, Olson was named AdAge Visionary of the Year 2020, was recognized by Adweek in the 2020 Creative 100, was named World Changing Woman 2020 by Conscious Company, and was awarded Global Entrepreneur of the Year 2019 by the Stevie Awards. We Are Rosie was recently ranked #232 on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing privately-owned companies. For more information, visit www.wearerosie.com.  OVERVIEW | Are you ready to adapt yourself and your career for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need to upskill by 2030, and more than 300 million jobs will be impacted by AI  — work, identity, and what it means to be human are rapidly changing. Join hosts Nate Thompson and Alex Schwartz and the TOP VOICES in the Future of Work to uncover how to meet this dynamic new reality driven by AI, hybrid work, societal shifts, and our increasingly digital world. Discover why a Future of Work Mindset is your key to prepare, navigate and thrive! We are grateful you are here, and welcome to the TDW Tribe! www.thedisruptedworkforce.com

DETAILS | What is a Modern People Leader, and what traits define them? There are 6! Join Daniel and Steven Huerta–the hosts of the fantastic Modern People Leader podcast–in an evolutionary discussion on HR Leadership in today's dynamic business landscape. After 155 episodes with HR leaders, they have distilled their research and insights for our show. We engage in a candid discussion on the following megatrends: The traits of a Modern People Leader, Generative AI in HR, does HR finally have a seat at the C-Suite table, the idea of running HR as a product team, and what HR will look like in 2030. This episode is an essential listen for all leaders, including CHROs, CPOs, HR Leaders, HR professionals, and business leaders seeking to evolve their leadership approach and adapt to the rapidly changing workforce. GUESTS | Daniel Huerta | Driven by the belief that people are a company's most vital asset, Daniel is on a mission to help organizations maximize their human capital potential. He co-hosts The Modern People Leader podcast, where he explores the latest trends, insights, and best practices in the HR industry. Prior to going full-time at The Modern People Leader, he spent over 8 years driving marketing strategies for some of the most influential companies in the field, including Humu and Udacity. Outside of work, he's an avid golfer, basketball player, and husband. Stephen Huerta | Stephen is an accomplished entrepreneur and former corporate HR executive passionate about making the world a better place to work. He co-hosts The Modern People Leader podcast. Stephen is also the co-founder of 'Workify,' a recently acquired employee feedback platform. Before Workify, Stephen spent five years at Goldman Sachs as Vice President, Diversity Officer, and Director of HR Technology. Outside of work, he's a proud dad of two daughters, a fitness enthusiast, and a pitmaster.   OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need reskilling by 2030, and more than 300 million jobs will be impacted by AI  — work, identity, and what it means to be human are rapidly changing. Join hosts Nate Thompson and Alex Schwartz and the TOP VOICES in the Future of Work to uncover how to meet this dynamic new reality driven by AI, hybrid work, societal shifts, and our increasingly digital world. Discover why a Future of Work Mindset is your key to prepare, navigate and thrive! We are grateful you are here, and welcome to the TDW Tribe! www.thedisruptedworkforce.com

DETAILS | How has fatherhood changed in the last three years, and is it time for a new approach at work? In this reflective episode, Paul Sullivan, former New York Times columnist and founder of The Company of Dads, shares his insightful journey from the newsroom to reshaping the narrative and policies supporting fatherhood at work.  Paul defines 'Lead Dads' as fathers who take the forefront in prioritizing parenting and caregiving, challenging traditional gender roles and stereotypes. We also discuss why it makes a tremendous difference to see Lead Dads in senior leadership roles, how this shift benefits parents, retention, branding, and business, and why the CMO and CHRO should own and promote this strategic advantage. This episode is a must-listen for business leaders, professionals, and anyone interested in the intersection of parenting, work, and societal change. Tune in to explore how embracing the concept of Lead Dads can drive positive change in your organization and contribute to a more equitable and empathetic business environment. TIME STAMPS |  [01:00] Introduction to Paul Sullivan and The Company of Dads. [02:40] Paul's journey from Journalism to fatherhood advocacy. [08:46] The characteristics and behaviors of a Lead Dad. [11:18] The impact of COVID-19 on fatherhood and work, culture, retention, and the bottom line. [15:22] Scheduling Jenga, personal stories, and advocacy. [19:36] Historically, dads have been neglected, judged, and even shamed in the workplace. [25:45] Core solutions in this evolution and making it safe to have this conversation. [32:57] Leaders who don't have kids don't understand what parents go through. [35:56] Fathers need connection and community so they don't feel alone. [39:11] Speed round questions. [45:18] Closing gratitude and how to find Paul online. GUEST | Paul Sullivan founded The Company of Dads, the first platform dedicated to creating a community for Lead Dads. Its mission is to help Lead Dads feel less isolated and more confident that they have made the correct choice to take on the bulk of the parenting and family duties - or at the very least disentangle from traditional stereotypes around who does what at home. As a Lead Dad himself, Paul intimately understands the joys, frustrations, isolation, and reticence around talking about being a Lead Dad. It's a role growing in numbers but far from normalized. Before starting The Company of Dads in 2021, Paul wrote the Wealth Matters column in The New York Times for 13 years. He also created the Money Game column in GOLF Magazine. He is the author of two books, Clutch: Why Some People Excel Under Pressure and Others Don't and The Thin Green Line: The Money Secrets of The Super Wealthy. OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What would it feel like to belong and not get stuck? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need reskilling by 2030, and more than 300 million jobs will be impacted by AI  — work, identity, and what it means to be human are rapidly changing. Join hosts Nate Thompson and Alex Schwartz and the TOP VOICES in the Future of Work to uncover how to meet this dynamic new reality driven by AI, hybrid work, societal shifts, and our increasingly digital world. Discover why a Future of Work Mindset is your key to prepare, navigate and thrive! We are grateful you are here, and welcome to the TDW Tribe! www.thedisruptedworkforce.com

DETAILS | What happens when you mix Generative AI with Humanoid robots? Join Nate Thompson and Alex Schwartz for an eye-popping exploration of The Future of Work driven by AI-powered robotics. Regardless of how you feel about robots, this trend is inevitable, so understanding this bold new future is essential to your career and life on this planet - and it will give you goosebumps!  Our up-to-the-minute research explores Amazon's global leadership in robot and employee collaboration, the staggering investments and projected growth in the AI robotics market, and the evolution of the most sophisticated Generative AI-enabled humanoid robots, like Ameca and Tesla's Optimus. We explore how leaders must plan for a Human + Robot workplace and how all employees can protect their careers with a Future of Work Mindset. We also discuss the hard questions: Will humanoid robots become sentient, and when? Will robots take our jobs or create new jobs? How will we feel about our robot future, and as crazy as it sounds, how might we bond with robots? LINKS | Ameca sees itself for the first time. Additional humanoid robots discussed: AMECA, ATLAS, OPTIMUS, SOPHIA, PEPPER, ASIMO, ERICA, NAO, THR3, iCUB, and MIKA. SHOW NOTES |  00:00 | Introduction to the episode and topic 02:00 | Discussion on the 75x increase of robots at Amazon–the global leader in robot and employee collaboration 03:00 | The global AI Robotics market is expected to grow to $78B by 2030 03:40 | Definition and discussion of humanoid robots and their capabilities 06:40 | Integration of Generative AI in robotics and dynamic learning 08:48 | In-depth analysis of Ameca, a leading AI enabled humanoid robot 11:19 | The elephant in the room–will these learning robots become sentient? 14:00| What is next for advanced humanoid robots, progressive experiments, impact on jobs, and other companies running social experiments 17:27 | Mention of Elon Musk and Tesla's entry into the robotics space 18:01 | The future of robot interactions in the workplace 20:00 | Positive stories of AI + Robotics aiding differently-abled people 23:00 | How should leaders, HR, and Professionals think about the evolution of robots in the workforce in the context of numerous talent challenges 24:15 | Concluding insights and takeaways for leaders, professionals, and society OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What would it feel like to belong and not get stuck? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need reskilling by 2030, and more than 300 million jobs will be impacted by AI  — work, identity, and what it means to be human are rapidly changing. Join hosts Nate Thompson and Alex Schwartz and the TOP VOICES in the Future of Work to uncover how to meet this dynamic new reality driven by AI, hybrid work, societal shifts, and our increasingly digital world. Discover why a Future of Work Mindset is your key to prepare, navigate, and thrive! We are grateful you are here, and welcome to the TDW Tribe! www.thedisruptedworkforce.com

DETAILS | What is the science of human connection that defines the magnetism between us? Why do some people connect while others don't? How can we become more resilient and embrace failure? Join us in this enlightening episode of The Disrupted Workforce, where we delve into the fascinating world of resilience, failure, and human connection with our distinguished guest, Dr. Dani Dumitriu. A renowned pediatrician, neuroscientist, and pediatric environmental health scientist, Dr. Dumitriu shares her groundbreaking research on the neural circuits of stress resilience. You will be amazed by her discoveries surrounding the science behind human magnetism, the nature of social bonds, and the importance of early life experiences in shaping resilience. Her work is more than academic; it's a journey to decode the essence of human connections and the invisible forces that bind us together. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the interplay between mental health, resilience, biology, and the vital role of human connections in our lives and at work. GUEST | Step into the world of Dr. Dani Dumitriu, a trailblazing figure at the intersection of neuroscience, pediatrics, and pediatric environmental health science. With an impressive background combining medical practice and scientific research, Dr. Dumitriu stands as a luminary in understanding the intricacies of human resilience and connection. At the prestigious Columbia University Medical Center, Dr. Dumitriu leads innovative research in her Developmental Origins of Resilience (DOOR) lab. Her groundbreaking work sheds light on the neural circuits underpinning stress resilience, not just in humans but across species, offering profound insights into our biological and psychological makeup. Dr. Dumitriu is committed to unraveling the mysteries of early life experiences and their lasting impact on mental and physical health. Her insights into human magnetism, the invisible threads that connect individuals, and the nurturing of resilience from a young age make her a voice of wisdom and powerful innovation in the field. OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What would it feel like to belong and not get stuck? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need reskilling by 2030, and more than 300 million jobs will be impacted by AI  — work, identity, and what it means to be human are rapidly changing. Join hosts Nate Thompson and Alex Schwartz and the TOP VOICES in the Future of Work to uncover how to meet this dynamic new reality driven by AI, hybrid work, societal shifts, and our increasingly digital world. Discover why a Future of Work Mindset is your key to prepare, navigate, and thrive! We are grateful you are here, and welcome to the TDW Tribe! www.thedisruptedworkforce.com

DETAILS | "Everyone wants to be heard and validated." Welcome to the evolving world of designing workspace and the human experience with Doug Shapiro, Vice President of Research and Insights at OFS–an award-winning global leader providing socially responsible furniture. With over 15 years of experience in product and interior design, Doug brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective on creating people-centric spaces. Further, Doug hosts one of the world's most uplifting podcasts, Imagine A Place, where he explores insights, stories, and big ideas about people, places, and design that inspire courage and curiosity.  In this episode, Doug delves into his passion for human-centered design and its evolution, discusses why HR should be at the center of everything workplace, and shares personal anecdotes and professional insights that highlight the power of curiosity, compassion, optimism, safety, and experimentation in creating emotional spaces and experiences. Finally, Doug shares his secrets and cheat code for authentic communication. Enjoy this inspiring episode! GUEST | Doug Shapiro is the Vice President of Research and Insights at OFS. He has over 15 years of experience collaborating with product designers and interior designers from around the globe. He served on IIDA's international board from 2015 to 2020. He currently serves on the advisory board for Kansas State University's Interior Architecture and Industrial Design department. Doug is also the host of the top-ranked Imagine A Place Podcast. In addition to his work, Doug recently published the children's book "Design Your World" with Maria VanDeman. SHOW NOTES |  01:16 | Introduction To Doug Shapiro | Doug's journey as a leading voice in design, his role at OFS, and his contributions as a children's author and podcast host​. 02:43 | Human-Centered Design | Doug shares his evolving understanding of human-centered design and its significance in the industry​. 04:50 | HR's Role In Workplace Design | How HR has become central to workplace design and its impact on the rapidly evolving employee experience. 09:24 | The Future Workplace And Workplace Design | Big change is starting–COVID was just the mid-term exam. Hybrid work models and adaptable workspaces. Redefining creativity and collaboration in office spaces. The impact of design on employee engagement and culture. 16:34 | A Family Culture In Business | Building trust and safety within the workplace. Challenges and benefits of a family-like work environment–culture is messy–family is messy. There are difficulties in giving feedback and speaking hard truths. 21:19 | Designing Special Human Experiences | How people feel is more important than what you make. Space and design create mood–create feeling–drive emotion. 26:56 | Pearls of Wisdom From Hosting 143 Podcasts | How you say your message is what matters. The most attractive thing about a guest is whether they give a damn. Are they passionate about what they talk about? The universal desire for validation. Listen to validate, and anyone can validate. 34:17 | Speed Round Questions | How did you get that nickname? What's hard for you? Who is your dream podcast guest? What is one thing that drives you nuts? What was the spark behind your recently published children's book? OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What would it feel like to belong and not get stuck? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need reskilling by 2030, and more than 300 million jobs will be impacted by AI  — work, identity, and what it means to be human are rapidly changing. Join hosts Nate Thompson and Alex Schwartz and the TOP VOICES in the Future of Work to uncover how to meet this dynamic new reality driven by AI, hybrid work, societal shifts, and our increasingly digital world. Discover why a Future of Work Mindset is your key to prepare, navigate, and thrive! We are grateful you are here, and welcome to the TDW Tribe! www.thedisruptedworkforce.com

DETAILS | What if you could use movement to build resilience, bust limiting beliefs, and bring your authentic self to perform better at work? What if you could recharge your energy, heart, mind, and spirit at the same time? Welcome to The Class! “an expansive, heart-clearing, body-strengthening release” that Fast Company called “a workout for your feelings.” The Class has a massive following and streams in over 70 countries, with studios in New York and LA. Jaycee Gossett is a founding teacher and world-renowned fitness, dance, mindfulness, and wellness innovator. Jaycee and the team knew professionals needed an outlet for what they were experiencing at work–so they created The Class At Work. In this honest, vulnerable conversation, Jaycee shares that “productivity, creativity, and work culture are directly influenced by how we feel.” It’s time to discuss how we feel at work in a deeper way: mental health, burnout, stress, loneliness, isolation, a lack of connection and belonging–even trauma. We also discuss the paradigm of perfection and the challenges women feel to “have it all.” As Jaycee says, life won’t stop giving you challenges, and neither will our rapidly changing workplace. Join us to learn how we can all use the secrets from her integrated practice to empower the mind, body, and spirit! GUEST | Jaycee Gossett is a world-renowned fitness, dance, mindfulness, and wellness innovator. Jaycee’s Classes create space to discover strengths, explore freedom, and reconnect to spirit. She brings her love of music and dance to The Class and encourages her students to move, feel, and live with full expression. Her Classes are challenging, soulful, liberating, and welcoming. Before joining The Class, Jaycee traveled around the world studying movement, competing in ballroom dance, and working in television and film, where she hosted and produced multiple series on The Travel Channel, Z Living TV, and Amazon Prime. She is a founding Teacher of The Class and VP of Teacher Training. OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What would it feel like to belong and not get stuck? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need reskilling by 2030, and more than 300 million jobs will be impacted by AI  — work, identity, and what it means to be human are rapidly changing. Join hosts Nate Thompson and Alex Schwartz and the TOP VOICES in the Future of Work to uncover how to meet this dynamic new reality driven by AI, hybrid work, societal shifts, and our increasingly digital world. Discover why a Future of Work Mindset is your key to prepare, navigate and thrive! We are grateful you are here, and welcome to the TDW Tribe! www.thedisruptedworkforce.com

DETAILS | Chief Joy Officer Rich Sheridan reminds us of a somber reality: many lead lives of quiet desperation AT WORK and go to their graves with a song still in their hearts. But it doesn’t have to be this way. We dive into Rich's powerful journey from despair to profound inspiration. Like many of us, he chased the wrong career success metrics; it wasn’t working, and he knew he had to change himself. Rich has deep empathy and wisdom for professionals, asking the same powerful questions he asked: What do I want out of my career?  Why don’t the traditional definitions of success and achievement make me happy? Given all that has happened, what needs to change to get to the next best version of me and my career? For over a decade, from the heart of Menlo to global stages, and through his bestsellers, "Joy, Inc." and "Chief Joy Officer," Rich has been illuminating a potent message: Everyone deserves to experience Joy at work, and we can build a workplace that people love! We explore joy as a tangible metric, how to define and measure Joy at work, the characteristics of a joyful leader, the power of running experiments, and how to lead with inspiration instead of fear. GUEST | Richard Sheridan—entrepreneur, business leader, and author—is best known as the co-founder, CEO, and “Chief Storyteller” of Menlo Innovations, a software and IT consulting firm that has earned numerous awards, acclaim, and press for its innovative and positive workplace culture. Rich’s bestselling books Joy Inc: How We Built a Workplace People Love and Chief Joy Officer have inspired tens of thousands, and his message of joyful leadership has been featured in press outlets ranging from Inc, Forbes, and New York magazines to Bloomberg, U.S. News & World Report, NPR’s On Point podcast, NPR’s All Things Considered, and the Harvard Business Review. Rich was inducted into the Shingo Academy in 2022 for his work supporting the principles of organizational excellence. OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What would it feel like to belong and not get stuck? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need reskilling by 2030, and more than 300 million jobs will be impacted by AI  — work, identity, and what it means to be human are rapidly changing. Join hosts Nate Thompson and Alex Schwartz and the TOP VOICES in the Future of Work to uncover how to meet this dynamic new reality driven by AI, hybrid work, societal shifts, and our increasingly digital world. Discover why a Future of Work Mindset is your key to prepare, navigate, and thrive! We are grateful you are here, and welcome to the TDW Tribe! www.thedisruptedworkforce.com

DETAILS | Nick Bloom is the leading expert on hybrid work, a LinkedIn Top Voice, and “the prophet of remote work,” according to Fortune. In this spirited dialogue, Nick emerges as a lively narrator firmly anchored in rigorous data: productivity, work-life balance, job satisfaction, inclusion, and happiness are the highest when we are working 2-3 days per week from home. Did you know that when employees are granted the flexibility of remote work just twice a week, companies witness a staggering 35% decrease in their quit rate, a bump in their Diversity Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) scores, and avoid the painful pitfalls of a botched return to the office (RTO)? Further, Nick introduces us to the 4 strategies for a successful 4-day workweek and shares his secrets on how he and his team rigorously survey and capture high-quality responses from 10,000+ responders per month. If you need data proving that hybrid work is here to stay, this episode is for you! GUEST | Nicholas (Nick, he/his/him) Bloom is the William Eberle Professor of Economics at Stanford University. His research focuses on working from home, management practices, and uncertainty. He previously worked at the UK Treasury, McKinsey & Company, and the IFS. He has a BA from Cambridge, an MPhil from Oxford, and a PhD from University College London. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the recipient of the Guggenheim and Sloan Fellowships, the Frisch Medal, and a National Science Foundation Career Award. He was elected to Bloomberg50 for his advice on working from home.  OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What would it feel like to belong and not get stuck? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need reskilling by 2030, and more than 300 million jobs will be impacted by AI  — work, identity, and what it means to be human are rapidly changing. Join hosts Nate Thompson and Alex Schwartz and the TOP VOICES in the Future of Work to uncover how to meet this dynamic new reality driven by AI, hybrid work, societal shifts, and our increasingly digital world. Discover why a Future of Work Mindset is your key to prepare, navigate and thrive! We are grateful you are here, and welcome to the TDW Tribe! www.thedisruptedworkforce.com

Renowned Questionologist Warren Berger discusses the power of questions in the AI Era. Topics include the profound importance of questions for your career, work, and relationships, how questions shape our identities and enable adaptation in an uncertain world, mental traps and biases that hinder our inquiry, and five transformative questions that can supercharge your career.