
This Is Working with Daniel Roth
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.
Latest episodes

Aug 24, 2023 • 11min
This is Quick: How the CEO of Year Up combats likeness bias
This week, Year Up Founder and CEO Gerald Chertavian sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid fire questions on how he works. Gerald shares how he uses analog note-taking to organize his thoughts, why a solid morning routine keeps him on track, and what he does to avoid the trap of likeness bias when building out his team and how it's made him a better leader.Got questions you want to hear our This is Working hosts ask? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisIsWorking, or drop us a line. You can reach us at ThisisWorking@LinkedIn.com.Follow Gerald Chertavian and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the This is Working newsletter.Next week, Gerald will share more of his leadership experience in a full conversation with Dan Roth on the LinkedIn News page.

Aug 17, 2023 • 8min
This is Quick: Under Armour's CEO on using meditation to stay productive
This week, Under Armour CEO Stephanie Linnartz joins LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth for This is Quick. Stephanie shares how running and meditating keep her focused, how she grapples with the double-edged sword of always having a smartphone nearby, and why an organized agenda is the secret to a great one-on-one.Got questions you want to hear our This is Working hosts ask? Share a post or comment with the hashtag #ThisIsWorking on LinkedIn, or drop us a line - you can reach us at ThisIsWorking@Linkedin.com.Follow Stephanie Linnartz and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the This is Working newsletter.Check out Dan's full conversation with Stephanie on the LinkedIn News page.

Aug 10, 2023 • 27min
This is how Stephanie Linnartz got ready to run Under Armour
On this episode of This is Working, our hosts surface the learnings from Dan's conversation with Under Armour CEO Stephanie Linnartz. Nina and Dan dig into Stephanie Linnartz's path from Marriott to the Under Armour c-suite - including the many hours she clocked getting to know the company through its retail locations. They dive into why "dumb questions" are sometimes the smartest ways to learn important information, how to gain fresh perspective after a long time in the same position, and debate whether data or intuition lead us to the best decisions.Nina and Dan offer their own insights and opinions - and we’re eager to hear yours as well. Jump into the conversation on LinkedIn by sharing a post or comment with the hashtag #ThisIsWorking, or drop us a line - you can reach us at ThisIsWorking@Linkedin.com.Follow Nina, Dan, and Stephanie on LinkedIn.You can watch Dan's interview with Stephanie Linnartz on the LinkedIn News page.Get this conversation and more delivered directly to your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter. It's also called This is Working!

Aug 3, 2023 • 13min
This is Quick: How Kat Cole maximizes productivity
This week, Athletic Greens COO and President Kat Cole joins LinkedIn Senior Producer Nina Melendez for This is Quick. Kat shares the transformative practice that brings her team cohesion at work and meaningful connection at home, opens up about how a mentor showed up for her at a critical time, and discusses how an early mistake taught her an important lesson about responsibility and integrity.Got questions you want to hear our This is Working hosts ask? Share a post or comment with the hashtag #ThisIsWorking on LinkedIn, or drop us a line - you can reach us at ThisIsWorking@Linkedin.com.Follow Kat Cole and Nina Melendez on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the This is Working newsletter.Want to hear more from Kat? Subscribe now to In the Arena and get her upcoming interview with host Leah Smart delivered right to your inbox.

Jul 27, 2023 • 29min
Leading the pack: Dan and Nina discuss Mercedes F1’s Toto Wolff
On this episode of This is Working, our hosts revisit Dan’s conversation with Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Principal and CEO, Toto Wolff. Nina and Dan dive into Toto’s high performance leadership, his organizational culture, and the impact of his early life experiences on his current worldview. They touch on the importance of knowing how to motivate a team, review Toto’s predictions on the future of hybrid work, and discuss times when negative experiences provide great forward momentum and motivation.Nina and Dan offer their own insights and opinions - and we’re eager to hear yours as well. Jump into the conversation on LinkedIn by sharing a post or comment with the hashtag #ThisIsWorking, or drop us a line - you can reach us at ThisIsWorking@Linkedin.com.Follow Nina and Dan on LinkedIn.You can watch Dan's interview with Toto Wolff on the LinkedIn News page.Get this conversation and more delivered directly to your inbox by subscribing to the newsletter. It's also called This is Working!

Jul 20, 2023 • 26min
Working with family: Dan and Nina discuss Bobbi Brown and her son, Cody Plofker
On this episode of This is Working, our hosts dig into how to manage work relationships when your coworkers are also family members. They explore Dan's recent conversation with Jones Road Beauty founder Bobbi Brown and her son Cody Plofker, who happens to be the company's CMO. Dan and Nina talk about how to take and receive feedback when you're really close to your colleague, how to manage up, and the overall importance of very clear communications.Nina and Dan offer their own insights and opinions - and we’re eager to hear yours as well.Jump into the conversation on LinkedIn by sharing a post or comment with the hashtag #ThisIsWorking, or drop us a line - you can reach us at ThisIsWorking@Linkedin.com.Follow Bobbi, Cody, Nina, and Dan on LinkedIn.You can watch Dan's interview with Cody and Bobbi on the LinkedIn News page.Get this conversation and more delivered directly to your inbox by subscribing to the newsletter. It's also called This is Working!

Jul 13, 2023 • 9min
This is Quick with Bobbi Brown
This week, makeup mogul and serial entrepreneur Bobbi Brown joins LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth for This is Quick. Bobbi shares how she used her college journey to kickstart her makeup career, how her grandfather mentored her, and why staying hydrated matters more to her than a double espresso.Got questions you want to hear Dan Roth ask? Share a post or comment with the hashtag #ThisIsWorking on LinkedIn, or drop us a line - you can reach us at ThisIsWorking@Linkedin.com.Follow Bobbi Brown and Dan Roth on LinkedIn.Next week, we're releasing Dan's conversation with Bobbi and her son Cody Plofker. Subscribe to the This is Working newsletter to get a link delivered right to your inbox!

Jul 6, 2023 • 10min
This is Quick with Toto Wolff
Recently, LinkedIn's Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth reconnected with Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Principal and CEO, Toto Wolff to chat through the This is Quick questionnaire. Toto shares the story behind his intense daily schedule, lets us in on why he often lets his 1:1s run long, and offers up his strong opinion on small talk.Got questions you want to hear Editor in Chief Dan Roth ask? Share a post or comment with the hashtag #ThisIsWorking on LinkedIn, or drop us a line - you can reach us at ThisIsWorking@Linkedin.com.Follow Dan Roth on LinkedIn.Next week, Dan and Nina dig into Toto's live This is Working interview to uncover takeaways that will help you level up at work. Subscribe to get that episode in your podcast feed!

Jun 29, 2023 • 8min
This is Quick with Al Roker
After the red light goes off on our This is Working live show, we cajole guests to stick around for quick answers to questions about productivity and career growth — a feature called This is Quick. This week, Today Show weather anchor Al Roker shares the productivity tool he bought in 1984 and still carries today, wisdom from his mentor Willard Scott, and how he’s turning around his biggest regret.Got questions you want to hear Editor in Chief Dan Roth ask? Share a post or comment with the hashtag #ThisIsWorking on LinkedIn, or drop us a line - you can reach us at ThisIsWorking@Linkedin.com.Follow Al Roker and Dan Roth on LinkedIn.You can watch Dan's video interview with Al on the LinkedIn News page.

Jun 22, 2023 • 27min
Thriving as the “Second Banana” - Dan and Nina discuss Al Roker
On this episode of This is Working, our hosts chat about Dan’s conversation with Today show weather anchor and beloved personality Al Roker. They touch on Al’s commitment to being the best at what he does, and taking the advice of his mentor Willard Scott on thriving at work without needing to be the so-called “top banana.” They also discuss whether you can truly plan out a career, and the pitfalls of bold ambition. Finally, they share a standout tidbit from Dan’s interview with Al that hinges on his passion for a famous 80s television show.Nina and Dan offer their own insights and opinions - and we’re eager to hear yours as well. Jump into the conversation on LinkedIn by sharing a post or comment with the hashtag #ThisIsWorking, or drop us a line - you can reach us at ThisIsWorking@Linkedin.com.Follow Al Roker, Nina Melendez, and Dan Roth on LinkedIn.You can watch Dan's interview with Al on the LinkedIn News page.Get this conversation and more delivered directly to your inbox by subscribing to the newsletter. It's also called This is Working!