Workday Playdate

There you are on a Sunday night, the night before a new work week ahead. You’re sitting in your room, thinking about all of your upcoming to do’s. Suddenly, your heart starts fluttering with anxiety and your mind starts twisting and turning with fear. Sundays can be scary for so many people and they use to be terrifying for Erin. Listen in on this episode, to see three techniques that can help you overcome these Sunday scaries, and help reduce those pre-work jitters! Show Links: Want to get your team Hybrid Hyped? Check out this free download Send us a voice message here! Did today’s episode resonate with you? Please leave us a review! Connect with Erin Diehl: Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com   “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!”  If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won’t miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Peeps :)

There you are - waking up for work in the morning, stressed and frantic. You are throwing on your clothes, MAYBE remembering to brush your teeth, and running out of the door in a state of panic. You give and give to others all day, and at the end of the day feel depleted. You race home and have zero energy to give to the person doing it all – YOU.   Does this sound familiar?  Then you are in the right place, because today’s episode will give you a solid morning mindfulness practice that will allow YOU to run the day, not allow the day to run YOU. Grab your notebook, pen and get ready to change your morning mindset!   Connect with Erin Diehl: Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com   “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!”  If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won’t miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Peeps!

There you are, on a Friday afternoon - hanging out by the pool and enjoying the fruits of a four day work week. You’ve managed to get everything done in the past  32 hours, and have an extra day to run errands, hang with family or dare we say, relax?! Sound like a pipe dream? It could just be your new reality.  Today we are chatting with special guest Celeste Bell, all about the four day work week. Listen in on this episode to see the benefits and the challenges that come with it, and then how to start trialing this within your organization! On today’s episode, Erin and Celeste discuss:  Work life balance – myth or not? The biggest desire for employees today – flexibility  How to start trialing a four-day week within your organization  Ways to approach leadership about implementing a four-day work week More about Celeste Bell: Celeste currently serves as EVP, Head of Human Resources at Deutsch NY, where she leads all HR activities and drives structural and strategic change management initiatives. Celeste has a wealth of experience in building equitable policies, procedures and practices that deliver and positively impact diverse groups of talent. Most of Celeste’s career experience was with Major League Baseball, where she was instrumental in the digital evolution of the organization. Prior to joining Deutsch, she handled talent acquisition at Publicis Media.   Celeste holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, a Master’s degree in HR from New York University as well as a Certificate in HR Analytics from Cornell. She’s currently pursuing a PhD in Business at Virginia Tech and interested in pursuing research in the areas of future of work, leadership and diversity, equity and inclusion.   Show Links: Want to get your team Hybrid Hyped? Check out this free download The One Thing book Send us a voice message here! Did today’s episode resonate with you? Please leave us a review!   Connect with Erin Diehl: Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com   “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!”  If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won’t miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Peeps :)

Two years of laughter, learning and podcasting. In twenty-four months, we’ve covered so many topics and spoken to so many outstanding guests. We’ve talked to entrepreneurs, to TikTok Stars, to corporate leaders, and to quite a few comediennes. As you can imagine, we’ve learned quite a few things in the process.  Today’s episode includes a long list (ok, 24 things to be exact) of insightful tidbits, memorable quotes and mantras to motivate you to become your best self – both personally and professionally. It’s your own motivational speech set to pump you up, and fill you up with wisdom from some of the smartest (and coolest!) people we know.  Want to know something else that’s cool?  We just found out that the improve it! podcast is in the Top 1.5% of Global Podcasts. Pretty sweet, right?! Press play on this episode, and see for yourself why laughter is one of the best teaching tools in the world!  Show Links: Episode 11: Jai Brown Episode 18: Judi Holler Episode 45: Myles Berrio Episode 73: Erin Coupe Episode 80: Kim Scott Episode 85: Rajkumari Neogy Episode 94: Claudia Martinez Episode 99: Kara Goldin Episode 111: Shereen Daniels  Want to get your team Hybrid Hyped? Check out this free download Send us a voice message here! Did today’s episode resonate with you? Please leave us a review! Connect with Erin Diehl: Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!”  If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won’t miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Peeps :)

Are you leading a remote team? Or are you struggling with hiring a remote team? Perhaps you need some hacks on how to improve productivity and collaboration?  If this sounds like you, you are in luck. We have the one, the only, Liam Martin, who is such a fantastic resource when it comes to remote work. Liam is a serial entrepreneur who runs Time Doctor and staff.com, which is one of the most popular time tracking and productivity software platforms in use by top brands today. He's also the co-organizer of the world's largest remote work conference, running remote, which has some fantastic speakers. On today’s episode, Erin and Liam discuss:  The challenges of remote work Three ways to promote collaboration in a remote team Ways to promote productivity within your team More about Liam: Liam is a serial entrepreneur who runs Time Doctor and Staff.com — one of the most popular time tracking and productivity software platforms in use by top brands today. He is also a co-organizer of the world's largest remote work conference — Running Remote. Liam is an avid proponent of remote work and has been published in Forbes, Inc, Mashable, TechCrunch, Fast Company, Wired, The Wall Street Journal, The Next Web, The Huffington Post, Venturebeat, and many other publications specifically targeting the expansion of remote work. Liam's products and services are defined by the concept of giving workers the flexibility to work wherever they want, whenever they want.  He holds an undergraduate and graduate degree in Sociology from McGill University. He lives in Canada but travels 3-6 months out of the year due to his ability to work wherever and whenever he likes. While he travels around the world a few times a year, he usually spends time in Austin, Las Vegas, and Ubud. He encourages others to work remotely while he's on his travels. Liam has also co-authored a book - Running Remote - focused on remote work methodology. In this revolutionary guide, Liam and his co-founder, Rob Rawson, have unearthed the secrets and lessons discovered by remote work pioneering entrepreneurs and founders who've harnessed the async mindset to operate their businesses remotely in the most seamless, hassle-free, and cost-effective manner possible. Hit play on this tangible episode and drop us a line at info@learntoimproveit.com to tell us what you think! Show Links: Want to get your team Hybrid Hyped? Check out this free download Send us a voice message here! Did today’s episode resonate with you? Please leave us a review! Connect with Liam Martin: Email: liam@timedoctor.com, liam@runningremote.com Website: https://www.timedoctor.com, https://runningremote.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/runningremote LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liammcivormartin/, https://www.linkedin.com/company/time-doctor/, https://www.linkedin.com/company/running-remote/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vtamethodman, https://twitter.com/manageyourtime, https://twitter.com/RunningRemote Facebook Biz Page: https://www.facebook.com/TimeDoctorSoftware/, https://www.facebook.com/runningremote/ Running Remote Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/runningremotecommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liamremote/, https://www.instagram.com/runningremote Connect with Erin Diehl: Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com   “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!”  If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won’t miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Peeps :)

Leaders, do you want to know how to better connect and communicate with your cross-cultural team? On today’s episode of the improve it! pod, Erin is excited to bring on Tayo Rockson - a writer, speaker, consultant, podcaster, poet, professor, co-founder and brand strategist at UYD Management, a strategic consulting firm that empowers organizations to incorporate sustainable diversity and inclusion practices. On today’s episode, Erin and Tayo discuss:  Why understanding the importance of cross-cultural communication is so important as a leader Challenges organizations face when it comes to cross cultural communication What you can stop and start doing as a leader to better communicate in a cross-cultural world More about Tayo: As the son of a diplomat, Tayo grew up understanding the nuances of multicultural diversity while living on four continents. He leveraged his experiences to establish himself as an authority in communicating effectively across cultures and personal branding. He graced various stages to share his knowledge including TEDx, the prestigious Chautauqua Institution, and the United Nations. Tayo is the host of As Told by Nomads, a podcast ranked in the top 5 tier of the Top 25 Business Podcasts for Entrepreneurs on Entrepreneur.com. He’s the author of Use Your Difference To Make A Difference and a professor at the prestigious Imperial College Business School as well as Felician University.  In 2020, he launched the national anti-racism campaign called #LetsTalkBias. In 2021, Tayo was named in Remote Weekly’s list of The 100 Most Influential Remote Experts and starred in the award winning movie, IMPACT which is about three people who embark on a personal journey to transform the way they communicate on their quest to impact the world. Hit play on this tangible episode and drop us a line at info@learntoimproveit.com to tell us what you think! Show Links: Want to get your team Hybrid Hyped? Check out this free download Send us a voice message here! Did today’s episode resonate with you? Please leave us a review! Connect with Tayo Rockson: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayorockson/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tayorockson Personal Website: https://www.tayorockson.com/ Company Website: https://www.uydmanagement.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Use-Your-Difference-Make-Cross-Cultural/dp/B08157LXKK Podcast: https://tayorockson.com/media Connect with Erin Diehl: Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com   “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!”  If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won’t miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Peeps :)

Leaders, do you realize you have as many hours in a day as Beyonce?  Let that sink in. We all have the same number 24 hours, it’s just up to us how we spend them.  On today’s episode of the improve it! pod, Erin is grateful you’re giving YOUR valuable time and investing in your biggest asset – YOU. She will show you how to manage your time most effectively and efficiently, so you get the most out of every day! In today’s episode you’ll hear:  Erin’s weekly schedule breakdown Five easy time management steps that you can implement right now An acronym for T.I.M.E. that will make you think about how you spend it Hit play on this tangible episode and drop us a line at info@learntoimproveit.com to tell us what you think! (P.S. you might want a pen and paper in hand for this one)! Show Links: Want to get your team Hybrid Hyped? Check out this free download Send us a voice message here! Did today’s episode resonate with you? Please leave us a review! Connect with Erin Diehl: Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com   “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!”  If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won’t miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Fam :)

improve it! Peeps, do you need ideas for creating connection within your team? Would you love it if these ideas included activities that facilitated laughter, spontaneity and cause your team to radiate positivity at the highest possible frequency?  Then you are in the right place because today’s episode is (spoiler alert) includes ways you can do just that using our beloved art form, improv! Today we will discuss:  Why improv is such an awesome teaching tool Why it’s better than any trust fall  How Erin has used it personally in her own life, and how it’s helped transform her as well as the lives of others Grab your notebook and pen – these are ideas for your next off-site you don’t want to miss! Connect with Erin Diehl: Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com   “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!”  If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won’t miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Peeps!

Leaders, how are you currently supporting your transgender employees? On today’s episode of the improve it! Pod, we’ve got a guest who will help you create a safe space within your team so all feel seen, heard and valued. Please welcome the incredible - Tara Robertson, to the show! In today’s episode you’ll hear:  Why your mental health and boundary setting is imperative as a people leader How to create policies within your organization to help create a more inclusive environment for transgender employees  Three things that you can START doing as a people leader to support trans employees, and what you can STOP doing as a people leader to ensure a safe space for all About Tara Robertson: Tara Robertson is an intersectional feminist who uses data and research to advocate for equality and inclusion. She brings nearly 15 years experience leading change in open source technology communities and corporate spaces, including 3 years leading Diversity and Inclusion at Mozilla. She now partners as a consultant with technology, engineering and media leaders to help drive systemic change. Her work has been included in Harvard Business Review, Forbes and other publications. Hit play on this amazing episode and drop us a line at info@learntoimproveit.com to tell us what you think! Show Links: Human Right's Campaign's Trans Toolkit for Employers Rubber chicken Amazing handmade soap Want to get your team Hybrid Hyped? Check out this free download Send us a voice message here! Did today’s episode resonate with you? Please leave us a review! Connect with Erin Diehl: Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com   “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!”  If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won’t miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Fam :)

Want to know how to dismantle systemic racism in the workplace?  Today we are spilling ALL the beans on how to advance racial equity at work. In this insightful conversation, Erin & Shereen discuss making space for when you are called out and how to analyze your own fear to find solutions. This ultimately allows you to grow, unlearn, and be the best individual you can be.   About Shereen Daniels: An advocate for anti-racism in business, Shereen is Founder + Managing Director of HR rewired and Chair of the African Diaspora Economic Inclusion Foundation. With a mission to unlock over one million global conversations about race by 2025, Shereen’s bespoke diagnostic approach combined with her personable candor supports internationally recognized corporates and household brands as they work towards dismantling systemic racism across their organizational structures. Her story has been featured in Forbes, she was recognized as one of LinkedIn’s Top Voices for 2020 and is the winner of HR Most Influential Thinker 2021. Enjoy this conversation with the incredible, Shereen Daniels.     Show Links: Shereen’s Book Shereen’s LinkedIn Want to get your team Hybrid Hyped? Check out this free download Send us a voice message here! Did today’s episode resonate with you? Please leave us a review! Connect with Erin Diehl: Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com   “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!”  If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won’t miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Fam :)