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Join LinkedIn’s Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth as he pulls back the curtain on how the world’s most dynamic leaders think, lead, and build. Going beyond titles and buzzwords, This Is Working uncovers the human stories behind high-impact leadership. These are the thoughtleaders and changemakers who are reshaping industries: from tacos to tech, AI to alcohol-free beer, fashion to finance. You’ll hear from guests like Jamie Dimon on rethinking talent, Chuck Robbins on leading through transformation, and Dr. Fei-Fei Li on the human side of AI. Tune in every other week for candid conversations on what’s working at work, and what’s yet to come.
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Jan 25, 2024 • 12min
This is Quick: Fei-Fei Li on the "Aha" moment that changed AI forever
Dr. Fei-Fei Li, often called the godmother of AI, shares her journey through the world of artificial intelligence. She emphasizes the importance of sleep and a caffeine-free lifestyle for productivity. Fei-Fei recounts how a cognitive psychologist’s research inspired her groundbreaking work in object recognition, which ultimately led to the creation of ImageNet. She also reflects on the powerful blend of tough love and compassion in mentorship, detailing how her high school math teacher shaped her approach to teaching and learning.

Jan 18, 2024 • 31min
How AI pioneer Fei-Fei Li envisions coexistence with AI
Fei-Fei Li, known as the godmother of AI, shares her insights on the transformative power of artificial intelligence in the workplace. She emphasizes a human-centered approach to technology, highlighting the importance of ethical considerations. The conversation dives into the necessity of curiosity and courage, particularly from outsiders, in fostering innovation. Li also discusses finding one's guiding passion or 'North Star' in career choices, urging listeners to integrate AI meaningfully into their lives and work.

Jan 11, 2024 • 10min
This is Quick: Executive coach Mark Thompson on why jealousy derails productivity
This week, Mark C. Thompson, sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how he works.Mark shares how Charles Schwab significantly influenced his career, why he believes many influential people struggle with goal-setting, and how his experience playing the trumpet shaped his leadership skills.Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking.Follow Mark Thompson, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

Jan 4, 2024 • 28min
How executive coach Mark C. Thompson sets the stage for success
Happy New Year! Our team at This is Working is kicking off 2024 with an energizing discussion featuring the wisdom of star executive coach Mark C. Thompson. Mark's clientele includes Jeff Bezos, Richard Branson, Venus Williams...and by extension, listeners of This is Working. Dan and Nina dig into Mark's advice on goal setting, skilling up, and how identifying our biggest passions can set us up for success.Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Mark Thompson 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 Mark C. Thompson, Nina Melendez and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

Dec 28, 2023 • 29min
How CEO James Daunt brought Barnes & Noble back to life
Just a few years ago, Barnes & Noble was nearing retail oblivion. Enter expert bookstore owner and new CEO James Daunt, who has trusted in the B&N booksellers to connect with their consumers and revive the brand. In this episode, Nina and Dan highlight takeaways from Dan’s recent conversation with James. They discuss how to revamp a company threatened by Amazon, whether leveling up your employees really helps morale, and why it can be so freeing to stay relaxed when things go awry.Watch the video of Dan's conversation with James Daunt 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 James Daunt, Barnes & Noble, Nina Melendez and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

Dec 21, 2023 • 10min
This is Quick: How Barnes & Noble CEO James Daunt stokes excitement for new titles
This week, we put James Daunt, Barnes & Noble CEO, to the hot seat for a quickfire session where he reveals insights about his work habits. James talks about why he'd part with his phone but never his cherished fountain pen, shares his deep enthusiasm for today's bestselling authors, and even spills a surprising secret about his reading preferences.Got a business book James should put on his must-read list? Add to the unofficial canon of business books by posting on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisIsWorking.Subscribe to the This is Working Newsletter to watch Dan interview James, and stay tuned next week as Dan and Nina extract the top takeaways from this conversation.Follow James Daunt, Dan Roth, Barnes & Noble, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

Dec 14, 2023 • 12min
This is Quick: Drew Scott on honing your natural talent
Earlier this week, we put one of the Property Brothers, Jonathan Scott, in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how they work. Today, we welcome his brother Drew Scott.Drew shares his thoughts on loyalty, punctuality, and the power in understanding yourself and the way you work. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag, #ThisIsWorking.Follow HGTV, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

Dec 12, 2023 • 9min
This is Quick: How Property Brother Jonathan Scott maximizes productivity
This week, we put both of the Property Brothers in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how they work. First up, in this episode: Jonathan Scott.Jonathan shares the unusual item he carries with him everywhere (even into our studios), his methodology for ruthless productivity, and how a lesson from his first mentor, a magician, set the stage for his future ethos and success.Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag, #ThisIsWorking.Follow HGTV, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

Dec 7, 2023 • 29min
How the Property Brothers built and flipped their way to success
The Property Brothers, successful entrepreneurs beyond their HGTV fame, discuss working smarter, finding joy in your career, building brands while maintaining integrity, and the value of authenticity and continuous learning.

Nov 30, 2023 • 14min
This is Quick: How Get Hired host Andrew Seaman helps job seekers succeed
This week, Andrew Seaman, Senior Managing Editor for Jobs & Career Development at LinkedIn News, and host of LinkedIn's job search podcast, "Get Hired," sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how he works.Andrew shares the bag that has him prepped for just about any situation, which newscasters he wrote to for early motivation (and what responses he got), and why he recommends pursuing contentment - not love - for job satisfaction.Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking.Follow Andrew Seaman, Nina Melendez, and Dan Roth on LinkedIn.Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter - you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.For actionable advice on landing your next job, subscribe to Andrew's Get Hired newsletter, and find his podcast wherever you listen.