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Aug 25, 2025 • 58min
Ep. 271 - Bridging the I/O Psychology Scholar-Practitioner Divide
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Christine Mikhail, Dr. Michelle Powell, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson, Jason Hamil, Dr. Tim Sharples, Dr. Heather Morton
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Baldridge, D. C., Floyd, S. W., & Markóczy, L. (2004). Are managers from Mars and academicians from Venus? Toward an understanding of the relationship between academic quality and practical relevance. Strategic Management Journal, 25(11), 1063-1074.
Banks, G. C., Pollack, J. M., Bochantin, J. E., Kirkman, B. L., Whelpley, C. E., & O’Boyle, E. H. (2016). Management’s science–practice gap: A grand challenge for all stakeholders. Academy of Management Journal, 59(6), 2205-2231.
Bartunek, J. M., & Rynes, S. L. (2014). Academics and practitioners are alike and unlike: The paradoxes of academic–practitioner relationships. Journal of Management, 40(5), 1181-1201.
Claretha, H. (2016). Bridging the Scholar-Practitioner Gap in Human Resources Development.
Hodgkinson, G. P. (2006). The role of JOOP (and other scientific journals) in bridging the practitioner‐researcher divide in industrial, work and organizational (IWO) psychology. Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology, 79(2), 173-178.
How Scholars and Practitioners Can Collaborate. (n.d.).
Retrieved from https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/cutting-edge-leadership/202507/how-scholars-and-practitioners-can-collaborate

Aug 18, 2025 • 1h 6min
Ep. 270 - Enhancing Leadership Effectiveness Through Executive Assessment (Case Study)
Discover how organizational psychologists tackle real-world challenges using a case study on leadership gaps in a financial firm. The discussion pivots on effective assessment methods, especially the power of 360-degree feedback, to enhance leadership effectiveness. The importance of cultural alignment in leadership initiatives is also highlighted, along with the necessity of ongoing support after training for lasting change. Dive into the intriguing dynamics of perception versus intent in assessments, and how structured approaches can transform leadership and organizational health.

Aug 11, 2025 • 1h
Ep. 269 - The Famous Netflix Workplace Culture Deck: What Still Works (or Not), 20 Years Later?
Praised by top executives as “perhaps the most important document to ever come out of Silicon Valley”. Two decades ago, Netflix quietly released a 124-slide culture presentation, and it changed how we talk about work. It quickly became a global blueprint for forward-thinking workplace culture. The Netflix Culture Deck championed values like radical honesty, freedom with responsibility, and a no-nonsense approach to performance. But the world of work has changed dramatically since 2009.
In this Episode: Tom Bradshaw, LindaAnn Rogers, Nicolas Krueger, Dr. Emi Barresi, Jason Hamil, Rich Cruz, Dr. Tim Sharples.
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References
Hastings, R., & McCord, P. (2009). Netflix Culture: Freedom & Responsibility[SlideShare]. https://www.slideshare.net/reed2001/culture-1798664
Netflix. (2023). Netflix Culture Memo: 4 Tenets of Culture. https://jobs.netflix.com/culture
McCord, P. (2017). Powerful: Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility. Silicon Guild.

Aug 4, 2025 • 1h 5min
Ep. 268 - Future-Proofing Your Culture: Keeping the Soul Alive as You Scale
Learn how to bake culture into daily habits, rituals, and systems, so your people remain culture carriers and protect what makes your culture unique as your team grows in size, complexity, and impact.
In this Episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw Lee Crowson, Nicolas Krueger Dr. Emi Barresi, Christine Mikhail, Dr. Paul Spector, Dr. Amanda Shelton, Rich Cruz.
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Resources
Coyle, D. (2018). The culture code: The secrets of highly successful groups. Bantam. https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/538407/the-culture-code-by-daniel-coyle/
Gallup, Inc. (2021). Can your organization sustain your culture as you scale? https://www.gallup.com/workplace/353579/organization-sustain-culture-scale.aspx
McCord, P. (2017). Powerful: Building a culture of freedom and responsibility. HarperBusiness. https://www.harpercollins.com/products/powerful-patty-mccord
Oakes, K. (2021). Culture renovation: 18 leadership actions to build an unshakable company. McGraw-Hill. https://www.mheducation.com/highered/product/culture-renovation-oakes/M9781260464584.html

Jul 28, 2025 • 1h 1min
Ep. 267 - Bridging the Old Guard vs. New Guard While You Scale
In this episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Lee Crowson, Nic Kruger, Dr. Emi Barresi, Rashid Abulemaali
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References
Coyle, D. (2018). The culture code: The secrets of highly successful groups (1st ed.). Bantam Books.
Keller, S., Meany, M., & Smith, B. (2021, November 19). Five bold moves to transform your organization’s culture. McKinsey & Company. https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/people-and-organizational-performance/our-insights/five-bold-moves-to-quickly-transform-your-organizations-culture
Oakes, K. (2021). Culture Renovation: 18 Leadership Actions to Build an Unshakeable Company. McGraw-Hill Education.

Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 6min
Ep. 266 - Turning Cultural Resistance into Resilience
In this episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Lee Crowson, Nic Kruger, Jason Hamil, Dr. Emi Barresi, Imani Nakyanza
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References
Felps, W., Mitchell, T. R., & Byington, E. (2006). How, when, and why bad apples spoil the barrel: Negative group members and dysfunctional groups. Research in Organizational Behavior, 27, 175–222. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0191-3085(06)27005-9
Coyle, D. (2018). The culture code: The secrets of highly successful groups (1st ed.). Bantam Books.
Oakes, K. (2021). Culture Renovation: 18 Leadership Actions to Build an Unshakeable Company. McGraw-Hill Education.

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Jul 14, 2025 • 59min
Ep. 265 - Why Great Companies Struggle to Maintain Culture When They Scale
Lee Crowson, a U.S. Navy veteran and team dynamics expert, joins Rich Cruz, organizational culture specialist, Nic Kruger, scaling authority, and Christine Mikhail, business culture advocate. They dive into the intricate dance of maintaining company culture while scaling, tackling challenges like trust erosion and group dynamics. Highlights include the role of rituals in franchises, the need for clear values, and the human aspect of cultural shifts. They emphasize storytelling and mindful hiring as keys to preserving a healthy workplace amid growth.

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Jul 7, 2025 • 51min
Ep. 264 - Agility and Psychological Safety: Fast Doesn’t Have to Mean Frantic
LindaAnn Rogers, a speaker on agility and psychological safety, and Nic Krueger, an expert in deliberate pivoting and organizational values, share valuable insights on workplace dynamics. They highlight the importance of trust and relationships in fostering a safe environment. The discussion emphasizes balancing urgency with thoughtful decision-making to enhance team well-being. They explore managing change by promoting open dialogue and emotional awareness, ultimately underscoring that true agility means prioritizing strong team relationships over mere speed.

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Jun 30, 2025 • 1h 2min
Ep. 263 - Organizational Agility: Structures That Move at the Speed of Change
Dhaval Panchal, an experienced executive trainer and founder of Evolve Agility, discusses the essence of organizational agility and its critical importance in today's fast-paced environment. He delves into the benefits of the Scrum framework, emphasizing how it can enhance team collaboration and individual growth. The conversation highlights the role of agile leadership in fostering creativity and adaptability. Panchal also stresses the significance of valuing human capital, advocating for employee well-being as a pillar for thriving organizations.

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Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 1min
Ep. 262 - Leadership Agility: The Adaptive Advantage
This episode features Emi Barresi, a leadership agility expert; Lee Crowson, a workplace communication coach; and LindaAnn Rogers, an agile project management specialist. They delve into the importance of adaptive leadership in today’s fast-paced work environment. Topics include the need for agility in leadership styles to spur innovation, navigating remote work challenges, and the significance of fostering a risk-taking culture. The discussion highlights how organizations can thrive by embracing change and focusing on resilience.