This Is Working with Daniel Roth

As the CEO of TIAA, Thasunda Brown Duckett makes a point of showing the human impact of the investment advisory firm’s work. On the latest This is Working, Duckett talks to LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth about the creative leadership methods she employs to foster genuine feedback and motivate her workforce to share her mission to fix America’s $4 trillion dollar retirement savings gap. Duckett also offers her best advice for honing management skills and overcoming career challenges.Share your thoughts via email at ThisisWorking@linkedin.com, or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Thasunda Brown Duckett, TIAA, Dan Roth and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week on our rapid fire Q&A, Avelo Airlines founder & CEO Andrew Levy shares his tips for managing a busy schedule, including prioritizing time for deep thinking every day. He also talks about learning to trust his gut when it comes to going all-in on major business decisions, and he imparts his best advice for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to follow in a similar path.Have questions you want to hear on This is Quick?Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking.Follow Andrew Levy, Avelo Airlines, Dan Roth and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here. 

Andrew Levy shocked a lot of people when he resigned as CFO of United Airlines in 2018 to create a new airline. On the latest This is Working, the Avelo Airlines founder and CEO talks to LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth about why he launched a startup in an already saturated industry of giants — seeing an opportunity to tap underserved markets with lower-cost, short-haul flights through smaller airports. Levy also discusses the challenge of building brand awareness and the importance of having team members who aren’t afraid to debate each other.Share your thoughts via email at ThisisWorking@linkedin.com, or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking.Follow Andrew Levy, Avelo Airlines, Dan Roth and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week on our rapid fire Q&A, Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel shares his productivity tips, including how spending 15 minutes a week adjusting the calendar can save hours each day. Buechel also talks about how the concept of conscious capitalism changed the way he leads, and why it's important to be patient when it comes to the trajectory of your career, letting things happen naturally while you focus on learning.If you're looking for more great advice on career growth, check out these previous This is Working episodes with Tamron Hall and J & J CEO Joaquin Duato.Have questions you want to hear on This is Quick?Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking.Follow Jason Buechel, Whole Foods Market, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

A major priority of Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel’s leadership involves in-person store visits to gather feedback from employees, suppliers and customers to get a better understanding of how things are working. On the latest This is Working, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth talks to Buechel about his strategy of keeping the multinational market grounded in community roots. Buechel also discusses how Whole Foods has evolved its culture since becoming a part of Amazon.Share your thoughts via email at ThisisWorking@linkedin.com, or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking.Follow Jason Buechel, Whole Foods Market, Dan Roth and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, shares his secrets to productivity, like disconnecting notifications and using a simple to-do list. He emphasizes the importance of self-driven learning and deep thinking, especially on Sundays. Dimon reflects on valuable lessons from his firing at Citigroup, including the need for resilience and growth from failure. Legendary financier Sanford 'Sandy' Weil joins the conversation, providing insights on authentic leadership versus status and the significance of maintaining relationships throughout one's career.

Jamie Dimon, the influential CEO of JPMorgan Chase, discusses innovative workforce strategies that prioritize skills over traditional degrees. He emphasizes the importance of inclusivity, tapping into diverse talent pools like high school graduates and individuals with unconventional backgrounds. Dimon also highlights the transformative impact of AI on job roles, advocating for proactive talent management and succession planning. His insights on evolving hiring practices reflect a commitment to social responsibility while ensuring business success in a rapidly changing job market.

This week on our rapid fire Q&A, LinkedIn Senior Producer Sarah Storm talks to Erika Ayers Badan, Food52 CEO, author of “Nobody Cares About Your Career,” and the former CEO of Barstool Sports. Erika talks about learning to see feedback as a gift and the moment that led her to dramatically change what she did for a living. She also shares her top career advice, which includes finding something that scares you and embracing failure.Be sure to check out Erika’s full conversation with Sarah on Hello Monday.Have questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking.Follow Erika Ayers Badan, Sarah Storm, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

This week on our rapid-fire Q&A, Slutty Vegan founder and CEO Pinky Cole talks about the mentorship of restaurateur and Slutty Vegan investor Danny Meyer, learning to appreciate the small wins when larger goals aren’t achieved, and why she wants to call her next book: “Never Take Your Hands Off the Wheel.”Have questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking.Follow Pinky Cole, Slutty Vegan, Danny Meyer, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

The restaurant industry is notoriously difficult to succeed in. Slutty Vegan founder and CEO Pinky Cole knows that firsthand. She pushed through a lot of failures to build her restaurant empire and she writes about that journey in her latest book “I Hope You Fail.” In today's podcast conversation, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth and Senior Producer Nina Melendez talk about Dan's takeaways from his conversation with Pinky, including how her self-awareness and a resilient spirit helped turn her biggest challenges into opportunities.Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Pinky Cole on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at ThisisWorking@linkedin.com, or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Pinky Cole, Slutty Vegan, Dan Roth, Nina Melendez, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.