The Working Well Podcast

#089 – Using Fear and Doubt as Tools for Action | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 14

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:59:00 -0000

Fear is often seen as something we should eliminate. But what if fear is actually a signal guiding us toward growth? In Lesson 14 of the 52 Life Lessons Series, Tim Borys shares how fear and doubt shaped many of his personal and professional decisions and how learning to calibrate fear became a turning point in his life. This episode explores the neuroscience of fear, why our brains overestimate threats, and how avoidance can quietly limit our potential. Drawing on psychological research and personal experiences, Tim explains how action even small steps can transform fear into confidence and momentum. You’ll learn why high performers still feel fear, how they evaluate it, and why taking action is often the fastest path to overcoming it. If you’ve ever felt stuck between playing it safe and pursuing your potential, this lesson will help you rethink the role fear plays in your life.

#088 - AI and the Human Touch: Scaling, Coaching and Learning with AI (with Alex Frenkel)

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:00:00 -0000

AI is transforming every industry but can it replace therapists, coaches, or leaders?

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys speaks with Alex about the growing role of artificial intelligence in coaching, therapy, and workplace learning.

Alex shares how his background in clinical psychology led him into the tech world, where he now focuses on building AI tools that empower professionals instead of replacing them.

Together they explore the opportunities and risks of AI, including how it can scale learning, provide real-time feedback, and extend support beyond traditional one-on-one interactions.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why AI won’t replace human coaches or therapists
• How AI can amplify human expertise
• The risks of relying on large language models alone
• How real-time learning may change workplace development

#087 - Seek Silence | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 13

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys explores one of the most underrated leadership skills: silence.

In a world filled with constant notifications, meetings, and information overload, many leaders rarely create space for reflection. But research shows that quiet moments can dramatically improve creativity, decision-making, and emotional regulation.

This episode explores the science behind silence, why many people feel uncomfortable sitting with their thoughts, and how intentional quiet can become a powerful performance tool for leaders.

You’ll learn:

• Why silence activates deeper thinking in the brain
• How constant stimulation reduces clarity and focus
• Why leaders need quiet time to make better decisions
• How just two minutes of silence can improve performance

If you're looking to improve clarity, reduce stress, and think more strategically, this episode offers a powerful reminder: sometimes the best productivity tool is silence.

#086 – Shaping the Future of Work: Human Capacity, Leadership Evolution & AI (with Carlee Wolfe)

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Carlee Wolfe shares actionable insights on building sustainable, high-performance cultures rooted in clarity, accountability, and psychological safety.

We explore:

Why people-first leadership drives results
The myth of performance vs. wellbeing
How to intentionally design workplace culture
Scaling teams without losing alignment
Preventing burnout through structured leadership

If you're a founder, HR leader, executive, or manager navigating growth, this episode offers practical frameworks you can apply immediately.

#Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #HRStrategy #PsychologicalSafety #OrganizationalDevelopment #WorkingWellPodcast

#085 – Embrace Change | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 12

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0000

In Lesson #12 of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys explores why resisting change quietly drains your energy and how reframing disruption can unlock growth and resilience.

Topics covered:

The neuroscience of uncertainty
Why we resist change
A mastermind moment that shifted perspective
Hard seasons and hidden gifts
Practical mindset shifts for resilience

Change is inevitable. Growth is optional.

#WorkingWellPodcast #52LifeLessons #EmbraceChange #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #Mindset

#084 – Ready for the Future: Building a Future-Ready Mindset

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys sits down with Allister Frost — former Microsoft leader and transformation expert — to explore how leaders can thrive in uncertain times.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Building a future-ready mindset
Why curiosity drives innovation
Overcoming fear of change
The power of experimentation
Practical habits for resilience

If you’re navigating disruption, digital transformation, or leadership growth, this episode provides the mindset tools you need to move forward with confidence.

#FutureReady #Leadership #Curiosity #Innovation #WorkingWellPodcast #PersonalGrowth #ChangeManagement

#083 – Interrogate Your Reality | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 11

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0000

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your effort—but your beliefs?

In Episode 11 of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys explores how unexamined assumptions quietly shape our mindset, habits, and results. Drawing on psychology, coaching experience, and personal stories, Tim explains why growth starts by questioning the stories we believe about ourselves.

This episode challenges you to interrogate your reality, uncover hidden limits, and choose beliefs that actually support where you want to go.

👉 Topics include:

How beliefs shape performance and behavior
Why habits fail without belief change
The psychology of self-efficacy and expectation
Questions that unlock clarity and growth

If this resonates, share it with someone who needs it and reach out if you’re ready to challenge the beliefs shaping your life.

#082 – Transforming Human Resource: From progress to Measurable Outcome (with Dave Ulrich)

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 22:54:00 -0000

What is the real role of HR and leadership today?

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys sits down with Dave Ulrich, one of the world’s leading thinkers on leadership, human resources, and organizational effectiveness, to challenge outdated assumptions about HR, wellbeing, and performance.

Dave explains why HR can no longer be measured by activity—programs, training hours, or initiatives—but must be evaluated by outcomes that matter: customers, investors, employees, and communities.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why employee engagement drives customer loyalty and revenue
Why leaders can’t demand engagement—they must model it
How to manage the paradox of people and performance
Where AI helps—and where human judgment still wins
Why wellbeing must connect to strategy to matter

🎧 Listen to the full episode:
👉 https://timborys.com/podcast

If this conversation resonated, like, subscribe, and share it with a leader who needs to hear it.

#081 – Why Boundaries Fuel Performance | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 10

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0000

Burnout isn’t caused by lack of resilience — it’s caused by unfiltered demand.

In Lesson 10 of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys explains why high performers build positive walls and gates to protect energy, focus, and passion.

This episode explores how boundaries improve clarity, reduce burnout, and unlock sustained performance — for leaders, teams, and anyone running on empty.

💡 Topics Covered:

Energy vs. time management
Why motivation fails under pressure
How to say no with clarity
Building boundaries without guilt
Leadership, burnout, and performance

#WorkingWellPodcast #52LifeLessons #TimBorys #Leadership #Boundaries #EnergyManagement #Burnout #Performance #Wellbeing

#080 – Building Equity at Scale: DEI That Drives Business (with Celeste Warren)

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 23:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, host Tim Borys speaks with Celeste Warren, former VP & Global Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Merck, where she spent nearly 30 years building measurable, scalable DEI systems across a global workforce.

Celeste shares what most companies get wrong about DEI — and what it takes to make inclusion part of leadership DNA, organizational structure, and business performance.

💡 Topics Covered:

How to measure equity in real business terms
Why DEI must be led by leadership, not just HR
The systems that drive cultural transformation
Psychological safety as a performance advantage
Why every employee shapes culture daily

#DEI #Diversity #Leadership #Merck #CelesteWarren #TimBorys #WorkingWellPodcast #Culture #Inclusion #Equity

#079 – Why Joy Is a Leadership Strategy | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 9

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Most leaders think joy is optional — or worse, unprofessional.
Science says otherwise.

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys explains why smiling, laughter, and joy are powerful tools for leadership effectiveness, resilience, creativity, and performance.

Backed by neuroscience and real-world leadership experience, this lesson shows how joy helps leaders think better, connect deeper, and lead more sustainably — without adding time or pressure.

💡 Topics Covered:

The neuroscience of smiling
Why joy expands thinking and creativity
How laughter reduces stress hormones
Why joyful leaders are more trusted
Simple ways to engineer joy into your workday

#WorkingWellPodcast #52LifeLessons #TimBorys #Leadership #Joy #Wellbeing #Performance #Neuroscience #Culture

#078 – The Science of Wisdom: Turned Adversity into Eight Lessons (with Dr. Laura Gabayan)

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0000

What if leadership wasn’t about intelligence, but wisdom? In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, host Tim Borys sits down with Dr. Laura Gabayan, emergency physician, researcher, and author of The Common Wisdom: Eight Essential Elements of a Meaningful Life. After chronic illness changed her career path, Dr. Gabayan embarked on a 10-year study interviewing 60 people across North America — uncovering the eight universal traits of wisdom. Together, she and Tim explore how these elements can transform leadership, culture, and the way we live and work. 💡 Topics Covered: The 8 Elements of Wisdom Why AI can’t replace humanity Building resilience and purpose through adversity The power of kindness in leadership How journaling builds reflection and meaning #DrLauraGabayan #WorkingWellPodcast #TimBorys #Leadership #Wisdom #AI #Resilience #HumanConnection #Mindset #CommonWisdom

#077 – Why Adults Need Play | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 8

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 21:50:00 -0000

Most adults don’t realize it, but they’ve eliminated one of the most important ingredients for wellbeing, creativity, and performance: play.

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, host Tim Borys explores how play transforms your mental, emotional, and physical health — and why it’s the key to staying energized, resilient, and fully alive.

Learn 20 simple ways to bring play back into your workday and personal life, and discover the neuroscience that proves play isn’t optional — it’s essential.

💡 Topics Covered:

Why adults stop playing
How play fuels creativity and wellbeing
The science behind play (Stuart Brown, Broaden & Build Theory)
10 ways to add play at work
10 ways to add play outside work
How to use play to reduce stress and improve happiness

#WorkingWellPodcast #TimBorys #Play #AdultPlay #Happiness #Wellbeing #Leadership #52LifeLessons #MentalHealth #PeakPerformance

#076 – Leading by Design: How Purpose, People & Process Drive Performance (with Mark Reich)

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 07:30:00 -0000

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, host Tim Borys speaks with Mark Reich, Senior Coach and Chief Engineer of Strategy at the Lean Enterprise Institute and former Toyota executive, about how leadership, culture, and process design work together to build high-performing teams.

Mark shares how Hoshin Kanri—Toyota’s legendary strategy deployment system—transforms vision into execution, and why leadership is less about authority and more about developing people.

💡 Topics Covered:

What Hoshin Kanri really means
How to align purpose, people, and performance
Leadership as people development
Focusing on fewer priorities for greater impact
Building culture through behavior and coaching

#Leadership #LeanThinking #MarkReich #WorkingWellPodcast #TimBorys #PeopleDevelopment #HoshinKanri #ContinuousImprovement

#075 – Beyond the Title | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 7

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 20:41:00 -0000

In this episode of the 52 Life Lessons series, host Tim Borys tackles one of the toughest truths for high achievers—your value isn’t defined by your title, income, or achievements.

Drawing from personal experience and two decades of coaching leaders, Tim reveals how chasing external success leads to burnout and dissatisfaction—and how to rebuild identity around values, integrity, and purpose.

💡 Topics Covered:

Why chasing “when I…” keeps you stuck
How to separate identity from achievement
The three reflection questions that reveal what really matters
Living from alignment instead of validation
Redefining success through integrity and relationships

#52LifeLessons #WorkingWellPodcast #TimBorys #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #SuccessMindset #Identity #SelfWorth

#074 - Rewriting the Rules of HR: How Data, Diversity & Technology Drive the Future of Work (with Carol MacKinlay)

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 20:13:00 -0000

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, host Tim Borys sits down with Carol MacKinlay, Chief Human Resources Officer at Pebble and board director for a leading publicly traded crypto company.

With more than 30 years of global HR experience—including leadership roles at Binance US, Xero, and Plantronics—Carol shares how data, technology, and diversity are transforming the future of HR.

💡 Topics Covered:

How HR can become a data-driven business partner
The role of blockchain and crypto in compensation
Building inclusive, measurable workplace cultures
Balancing analytics with empathy
The evolution of HR leadership in the digital age

#CarolMcKinley #WorkingWellPodcast #TimBorys #HRLeadership #DataDrivenHR #FutureOfWork #DiversityAndInclusion #DigitalTransformation

#073 - Curiosity Builds Connection | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 6

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:47:00 -0000

In this episode of the 52 Life Lessons series, host Tim Borys shares a deceptively simple but life-changing truth: It’s not about you.

Learn how curiosity, listening, and genuine interest can transform your relationships, influence, and leadership impact. Backed by neuroscience and real-world experience, Tim explains why being interested, not interesting, is the ultimate superpower for connection.

💡 Topics Covered:

How curiosity fuels trust and influence
The neuroscience of meaningful connection
Asking better questions that spark conversation
Listening beyond words to understand intent
How to shift focus and elevate every interaction

#ItsNotAboutYou #52LifeLessons #WorkingWellPodcast #TimBorys #Leadership #Communication #Curiosity

#072 – Authentic Leadership: Turning Adversity into Strength (with Bianca D’Alessio)

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, host Tim Borys speaks with Bianca D’Alessio—top New York real estate broker, author of Mastering Intentions, and star of Selling the Hamptons—about how authenticity, mindset, and wellbeing are transforming leadership.

Bianca shares her journey through adversity, the lessons she’s learned about building resilience, and why leaders must move beyond hustle culture to lead with intention and self-awareness.

💡 Topics Covered:

Authenticity and vulnerability in leadership
Why intention beats intensity
The power of mindset during adversity
Wellbeing as a leadership strategy
Creating culture through connection and empathy

#BiancaDAlessio #Leadership #Authenticity #Wellbeing #WorkingWellPodcast #MasteringIntentions #TimBorys

#071 - Passion Fuels Progress | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 5

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:54:00 -0000

In this episode of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys explores why passion—when cultivated and paired with purpose—is one of the most powerful drivers of performance, resilience, and fulfillment. Through personal stories, coaching insights, and science-backed strategies, Tim explains how to identify your red threads, reframe mundane tasks, and harness passion as a competitive advantage in life and business. 💡 Topics Covered: Why passion fuels progress and resilience The science of “red threads” and flow How leaders can harness passion as strategy Daily practices to cultivate passion Reframing tasks to create meaning #LeadWithPassion #52LifeLessons #TimBorys #WorkingWellPodcast #PersonalGrowth #Performance

#070 - Leading Across Generations: Trust, Belonging & Teams (with Meghan Grace)

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, host Tim Borys talks with generational researcher and author Meghan Grace about the challenge of leading across four generations in today’s workplace.

From trust and belonging to stereotypes and the future of Gen Alpha, Meghan shares data-driven insights and practical advice for leaders who want to build engaged, high-performing multigenerational teams.

💡 Topics Covered:

Life stage vs. generational effects
Loyalty, security, and shifting workplace expectations
The rapid pace of change and its impact on employees
Universal human drivers: pay, purpose, trust, belonging
How to avoid stereotypes and leverage generational strengths
Preparing for Gen Alpha in the workplace

#GenerationalLeadership #MeghanGrace #WorkingWellPodcast #FutureOfWork #LeadershipDevelopment #EmployeeEngagement

#069 - Never Too Late | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 4

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys reminds us that age isn’t an excuse to wait or hold back. Whether you’re 18 or 88, your potential is right in front of you—if you’re willing to act.

Through personal stories, lessons learned, and real-world examples from every generation, Tim explains why age is irrelevant and how mindset—not birth year—determines growth.

💡 Topics Covered:

Why age is irrelevant to success
Breaking free from waiting for permission
Rediscovering childlike possibility
How different generations are rewriting the script
Growth mindset as the key to thriving at any age

#AgeIsIrrelevant #52LifeLessons #TimBorys #WorkingWellPodcast #MindsetMatters #PersonalGrowth

#068 – Grow Talent, Let Them Go: Rethinking Retention (with Mark Peters)

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

What if your best strategy for solving talent shortages was to invest so deeply in your people that they outgrow you—and you cheer them on?
In this episode, Tim Borys talks with Mark Peters, CEO of Butterball Farms and author of The Retention Trap, about why smart leaders focus on developing people for what’s next. They unpack the Great Lakes vs. Great Salt Lake analogy, why education is the next big benefit, and how small companies can use their close connections to help employees grow.

💡 Topics Covered:

Why retention shouldn’t be the goal
How to build a talent ecosystem that flows
Investing in education and resilience
The role of AI in training and development
How small companies can lead the way

00:00 Introduction to Talent Shortage Solutions

00:31 Welcome and Guest Introduction

01:08 Rethinking Retention Strategies

04:40 The Great Salt Lake vs. The Great Lakes Analogy

06:34 Small to Mid-Market Company Challenges

16:26 The Source: A Collaborative Employer Initiative

24:00 The Cost of Turnover and Employee Development

26:05 Personal Stories and Family Business Insights

28:10 Workplace Wellbeing and Leadership Mindset

29:39 Blaming External Factors for Employee Problems

30:12 Investing in Employees for Better Outcomes

31:00 Mindset Shift: Scarcity to Abundance

36:20 The Role of Employers in Solving Social Problems

43:50 AI in Workforce Development

45:53 Preparing for the Future Workforce

53:50 Tangible Steps for Leaders

55:54 Conclusion and Call to Action

👉 Listen now and rethink what “good leadership” looks like.

#MarkPeters #TheRetentionTrap #TalentDevelopment #LeadershipMindset #WorkingWellPodcast #GrowYourPeople #EmployeeEngagement #FutureOfWork

#067 - Think Big, Grow & Expand | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 3

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys challenges you to move beyond safe, incremental goals and embrace bold, 10X thinking.

Discover why small goals keep us stuck in mediocrity and how setting bigger visions transforms not just your results, but your mindset, habits, and impact. Tim shares personal stories, practical frameworks, and leadership insights to help you stop playing small and start building the life you’re truly capable of.

💡 Topics Covered:

Why incremental goals keep you stuck
The power of 10X thinking
Breaking free from false trade-offs
Linking vision to daily habits
The role of rest and recovery
How community accelerates growth

#ThinkBig #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #52LifeLessons #TimBorys #WorkingWellPodcast

#066 - Inclusive Workplaces: Beyond Performative DEI (with Marcie Hawranik)

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, host Tim Borys speaks with Marcie Hawranik, founder of Canadian Equality Consulting, about the realities of building inclusive, equitable, and high-performing workplaces.

From the difference between equity and equality to the pitfalls of performative DEI, Marcie shares practical strategies for leaders who want to move beyond words and create meaningful change.

💡 Topics Covered:

Why equity is more powerful than equality
The role of leaders in driving culture
Moving beyond performative DEI
Small actions that create lasting momentum
How inclusion fuels innovation and performance

#InclusiveLeadership #MarcieHawranik #WorkingWellPodcast #EquityInAction #LeadershipDevelopment #FutureOfWork

#065 - Living Your Why | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 2 – P2

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

In this follow-up to Lesson 2 of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys shares how to move from simply knowing your why to living it every single day.

Through practical strategies, examples, and reflection tools, you’ll learn how to align habits, commitments, and decisions with your deeper purpose. This is where clarity becomes action—and where fulfilment starts to compound.

💡 Topics Covered:

Making your why actionable
Avoiding “purpose overwhelm”
The power of micro-moments
Aligning your calendar with your values
Building trust and momentum over time

#PurposeDriven #LiveYourWhy #52LifeLessons #TimBorys #WorkingWellPodcast #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment

#064 – Leading Change: In a Tech-Driven World (with Eryn Peters)

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 23:31:00 -0000

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys talks with Eryn Peters, a global future-of-work strategist, about the skills leaders need to thrive in the age of AI, constant change, and remote teams.

They dive into change leadership, intentional culture-building, managing hybrid teams, and how to communicate across complexity. If you're leading in a remote or tech-heavy environment, this episode is a must-listen.

💡 Topics Covered:

Change leadership vs. change management
Rethinking culture in remote and hybrid teams
The human cost of unintentional tech adoption
How to lead through AI transformation
Modeling well-being as a leader

#FutureOfWork #RemoteLeadership #ErynPeters #WorkingWellPodcast #ChangeLeadership #HumanCenteredDesign #TimBorys

#063 - Find Your Why | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 2 – P1

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

In this solo episode of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys explores the power of knowing your why. Why do you show up every day? Why are so many smart, passionate people burning out?

Through personal stories, research, and practical insights, Tim explains why purpose is the missing ingredient behind motivation, resilience, and performance. If you're stuck in “life zombie” mode, this episode is your wake-up call.

💡 Topics Covered:

Why burnout happens when purpose is missing
How mindset, habits, and purpose work together
The science of happiness and what you can control
How leading companies embed purpose into their culture
What to do if you’ve lost your why

🎧 Listen now and reignite your passion—for work and life.

#PurposeDriven #FindYourWhy #TimBorys #WorkingWellPodcast #52LifeLessons #BurnoutRecovery #MindsetMatters #PersonalDevelopment #Leadership

#062 – Fun at Work: Smartest Leadership Strategy (with Joel Zeff)

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

What if fun at work isn’t optional—it’s essential? 🎉 In this high-energy episode, Tim Borys chats with Joel Zeff, improv expert and author of Make the Right Choice, about why fun is a powerful leadership strategy. Joel shares how his experience in stand-up and improv comedy turned into a career helping 2,500+ organizations reignite passion and performance. Learn how creating joyful, safe, and energizing environments leads to greater innovation, stronger culture, and better results. Whether you're a CEO or new manager, this episode will change the way you think about team dynamics, recognition, and communication. 💡 Topics Covered: Why “fun” is a leadership choice How improv principles build stronger teams Creating psychological safety and ownership Easy, budget-friendly ways to energize your team 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more actionable leadership conversations. #JoelZeff #LeadershipStrategy #WorkplaceCulture #ImprovLeadership #FunAtWork #WorkingWellPodcast #EmployeeEngagement

#061 - Mindset Is Everything | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 1

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Welcome to Lesson 1 of the *52 Life Lessons* series! In this solo episode, Tim Borys explores why **mindset isn't just important—it’s foundational** to everything you do. From personal breakdown to breakthrough, Tim shares how real change begins with conscious reflection, resilience, and action. You’ll learn how to: * Identify and break negative mindset loops * Rewire your thoughts for growth and performance * Apply daily tools to build emotional and mental fitness * Become a more grounded, resilient leader—at work and at home 💡 Packed with actionable strategies and vulnerable storytelling, this is a must-listen for anyone ready to create lasting personal and professional transformation. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for weekly episodes! Links Mentioned in the video: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/timborys_mentalhealthawarenessmonth-mentalhealthmatters-activity-7324889810643357696-P3Wc?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAACkDHz8B5gCw7--qfupOvsN65ReKcwV0WcA #MindsetMatters #GrowthMindset #52LifeLessons #MentalFitness #TimBorys #WorkingWellPodcast #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment

#060 – Leadership Beyond Basketball: Building Community and Culture (with Jason Ribeiro)

Tue, 06 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, host Tim Borys sits down with Jason Ribeiro, Vice Chair and President of the Calgary Surge, to explore how leadership, culture, and community intersect in the world of professional sports and beyond.From launching a basketball franchise to driving social impact, Jason shares how he and his team are building more than just a brand—they’re creating a movement that reflects the values and diversity of Calgary. Learn how partnerships, innovation, and a bold-but-humble leadership style are shaping the future of sports, business, and culture in Canada.Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, or changemaker, this episode is packed with insights on:How to build authentic community partnershipsWhy "adapt or die" is more than a motto—it's a mindsetTurning a seasonal business into a year-round brandCreating inclusive, values-driven experiences that resonate🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more interviews with trailblazing leaders.👍 Like, share, and comment with your favourite takeaway!📍 Learn more about the Calgary Surge: https://www.calgarysurge.ca/🎧 Full podcast available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more: #Leadership #CommunityBuilding #CalgarySurge #JasonRibeiro #WorkingWellPodcast #SportsLeadership #Innovation #Culture #AdaptOrDie #Entrepreneurship #InclusiveLeadership

#059 - Crisis Management: Turn Chaos into Clarity (with Stephanie Craig)

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:49:00 -0000

🚀 Mastering Crisis Management: Stephanie's Ultimate Guide to Preparedness! 🌟

Welcome to the Working Well Podcast! Today, we have a very special guest, Stephanie, who takes us on an exciting journey into the world of crisis management. With her rich background in politics and crisis handling, Stephanie has turned high-pressure situations into her happy place! From the bustling Canadian Arctic to advising U.S. and Canadian governments, her experiences are nothing short of remarkable. 🌍✨

🔹 What You’ll Learn:

✅ The importance of values-based leadership in crisis situations

✅ How to build an effective core crisis team

✅ Real-life case studies and success stories in crisis management

✅ The role of AI and future trends in handling crises

If you're a leader or professional looking to strengthen your organization's resilience and preparedness, this video is a treasure trove of actionable insights and strategies! 🛡️

🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more expert advice and leadership tips!

👉 What was your biggest takeaway from Stephanie's insights? Drop it in the comments below! 👇

#Leadership #CrisisManagement #BusinessResilience #StrategicPlanning #ValuesBasedLeadership #FutureOfWork

#057 - Leadership Beyond Borders: Humanizing the Global Supply Chain (with Kerim Kfuri)

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 19:28:00 -0000

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Kerim Kfuri as he explores the human side of global supply chains! In this episode, Kerim dives into why authentic leadership, transparent communication, and treating people with genuine decency are essential for overcoming the challenges of globalisation and technological change. Learn how prioritising human performance can drive innovation, sustainability, and true business success in our tech-driven world. 🤝🌍

Topics include:

• The critical role of human decency in supply chain management 👥

• How authentic leadership sets the tone for sustainable change 🌟

• Balancing cutting-edge technology with genuine human connection 💡

• Real-world insights into right sizing, sustainable packaging, and more 📦

For more insights and resources, check out Kerim's website at KareemKfuri.com and his book "Supply Chain Ups and Downs." Don't forget to subscribe for more thought-provoking leadership and supply chain content! 🚀

#SupplyChain #Leadership #Globalization #HumanPerformance #innovation

Connect with Kerim: https://www.facebook.com/officialkerimkfuri https://www.youtube.com/@Kerim-Kfuri https://x.com/Kerim_Kfuri https://www.kerimkfuri.com https://www.supplychainupsanddowns.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerimkfuri/

#058 - 52 Life Lessons: Real & Practical Insights on Life, Learning, and Leadership

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

🌟 52 Life Lessons: Real & Practical Insights on Life, Learning, and Leadership

🌟 Life is a wild ride, full of twists, turns, and unexpected lessons. In this video, we’re diving into 52 powerful insights that will transform the way you approach personal and professional growth. From mindset shifts to career breakthroughs, these lessons will challenge the status quo, inspire action, and help you navigate life’s curveballs with confidence! 🚀 🔹 What You’ll Learn: ✅ The most important mindset shifts for success ✅ How to turn setbacks into opportunities ✅ Actionable tips for personal and professional growth ✅ Real-world wisdom to help you thrive Whether you're looking to level up your career, improve your daily habits, or simply gain a fresh perspective on life, this video is packed with practical takeaways that you can start applying today! 🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more game-changing insights! 👉 Which lesson resonated with you the most? Drop it in the comments below! 👇 #PersonalGrowth #SuccessTips #LifeLessons #MindsetMatters #CareerGrowth #SelfImprovement 🚀

#056 - From Reputation to Revenue: Creating People and Culture ROI (with Ken Schmidt)

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0000

Employee engagement, performance, and turnover are among the top pain points for leaders, yet most companies are failing miserably to improve in these areas.

If you're interested in being a better leader, connecting with your team on a deeper level, and creating an unforgettable and high-performance work environment, you won't want to miss this conversation.

Welcome to The Working Well Podcast! Today, I'm excited to be joined by Ken Schmidt. As a young executive, Ken was instrumental in leading Harley-Davidson's incredible turnaround from near collapse to global dominance in the 1990s.

His unconventional approach took Harley from a product-first mindset to building powerful connections that redefined what it means to be a loyal, engaged customer. These days, he’s a sought-after executive advisor, speaker, and author.

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Boris chats with Ken Schmidt, the visionary behind Harley-Davidson's legendary turnaround. Discover how unconventional strategies can transform company culture, ignite leadership, and create loyal, high-performing teams. Perfect for leaders aiming to inspire and thrive in today's business landscape!

Don't miss Ken's insights on connecting with your team and building a culture that drives success.

#055 - Beyond 2024: Preparing for the Jobs of the Future (with Margo Purcell & Greg Hart)

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0000

Podcast Introduction

How can we prepare for the future of work when up to 80% of the jobs available 10 years from now haven’t been invented yet? What are people, educational institutions and companies doing to evolve and meet these unknown challenges?

While AI is creating a lot of excitement, fear, uncertainty, and doubt, Generative AI is just one piece of the rapidly changing Future of Work equation.

In today's episode, I’m joined by two brilliant thinkers who are leading the charge to help humans and companies evolve at lightning speed to prepare for the jobs of tomorrow. They aren’t just providing technical skills, they are helping fill gaping holes in knowledge, perspective, critical reasoning, and design thinking. Factors that will be essential for thriving in the future of work.

Our conversation looks at the challenges of traditional education models, the outdated mindset of leadership, corporate recruiting, and the massive skills gaps in organizations. Of course, we also dive into the practical ways companies can address these gaps to gain a competitive advantage.

Whether you're an individual seeking career growth or a company looking to future-proof your workforce, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss.

#054 - The Technology Paradox: The Promise vs. Reality of Workplace Tech (with Rebecca Kirstein Resch)

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 17:36:34 -0000

Podcast Introduction

Technology is essential for modern life, but as humans and particularly as employees, far too many of us are drowning in it. What was supposed to improve our performance and productivity has become a rat's nest of software platforms and distractions that are killing performance, productivity, and well-being.

Generative AI has only amplified the noise and the pace of change. Good news is there's a better way. My guest is Rebecca Kirstein Resch. She's at the forefront of using humane technology to help humans thrive. We dig deep into the critical people and technology challenges facing leaders and organizations today, and the implications for the sustainability of their businesses and workforce.

Welcome to the Working Well podcast show that explores the rapidly changing landscape of work and well-being. Each episode, we dive into the hottest topics in leadership. Human flourishing in the future of work. I'm your host, Tim Borys.

#053 - Dealing with a Bad Boss: Mental Health and Positive Change (with Rob Kalwarowsky)

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 05:43:13 -0000

Think of the worst boss you’ve had. What made them so bad? Do you think their top career goal was to be seen as a horrible boss, or did they lack the training, skills, and self-awareness to learn and grow in their role?

Today we dive into the topic of bad bosses, looks at the sobering stats around employee engagement, financial impact to the business, and the scary mental health impact that often results from toxic bosses and workplace cultures.

My guest today Rob Kalwarowsky (Cal - Var - Row - Ski), an MIT Trained Mechanical Engineer turned leadership coach. Rob shares the eye-opening journey that led him from the world of heavy industry engineering to leadership coaching, along with important lessons for employees and bosses in today’s rapidly changing leadership landscape.

Welcome to the Working Well Podcast, the show that explores the rapidly changing landscape of work and wellbeing. Each episode, We dive into the hottest topics in leadership, employee wellbeing, and the future of work! I’m your host Tim Borys.

Before we dive in, let’s learn more about Rob Kalwarowsky.

#052 - Micro-Habits and the Behavioural Science Behind Improved Wellbeing (with Jane Wang)

Fri, 24 May 2024 17:19:24 -0000

These days, society has a love/hate relationship with technology. It’s an integral part of our digitally driven world, yet if we aren’t careful, getting sucked into the digital vortex can be disastrous for our mental and physical health.

Thankfully some great technology companies are using their coding and behavioural science skills for good. These companies are helping people live healthier, happier, more vibrant lives. To facilitate learning, engaging with nature, and connecting with other humans.

Today, we will meet Jane Wang, one of the amazing women driving this positive change and learn how her biochemistry and medical background led her to create a unique wellness technology company that’s transforming consumer health, corporate wellness, and influencing the future of the insurance industry!

Before we dive in, let’s learn more about Jane Wang.

#051 - A 91% Increase in Cardiovascular Death Risk...The Impact on Your People and Your Business (Tim Borys)

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 20:04:56 -0000

The personal choices of employees are their own to make. However, companies also have a vested interest in ensuring that each person is as healthy, engaged, and high performing as possible. Balancing the nuances of this gray area is one of the most challenging aspects of leadership and corporate culture.

Doing it well requires a customized blend of access to information, clear communication, leadership strategy, and employee engagement. The combination of these factors are important components of your unique corporate culture recipe.

Today’s episode brings up a topic that’s traditionally within the employees personal choice, but the health risk is important for companies to understand and mitigate. Similar to the challenges from smoking, excess drinking and drugs, or other unhealthy behaviours, companies that can engage, inform, and help guide healthier choices in employee populations will see outsized financial, operational, and corporate culture returns.

This episode brings my background in Health Coaching and Performance to the forefront and combines it with the challenges facing companies, leaders, and the quest for improved workplace wellbeing.

I look forward to your thoughts and comments. I encourage you to reach out and engage in the conversation!

#49 - Navigating the Future of Work through the Power of Potential (with Pam August)

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:09:29 -0000

What is potential? As humans, how do we go about putting potential into action in our work and life? These are big questions that businesses and leaders struggle with each day. The good news is that the solutions can be quite simple and highly effective with a strategic shift in mindset and perspective.

Today, we're going to unpack potential and look at how individuals, teams, and organizations can harness it for transformative change.

My guest today is Pam August. And she knows a lot about the power of potential in people and businesses. Pam's pedigree includes 14 years helping curate one of Canada's most admired corporate cultures. Pam guides organizations, teams, and leaders to unlock their potential for transformative results.

She's a fierce champion for how developing people and culture enables strategic business success. As Director of Culture Activation at WestJet, Pam spent over a decade proving and refining this business case. Today, she's a trusted partner for high performance organizations around the world through her firm, Connecting Potential.

Pam is a sought after speaker, facilitator, and organization and relationship systems coach, with a Bachelor of Adult Education and a Master of Arts in Leadership. Pam takes pleasure in solving tricky problems Listening deeply, learning always, and laughing a lot.

#050 - The Changing Role and Influence of Corporate Boards (with Janelle Brittain)

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 15:04:14 -0000

What comes to mind when you think of a Corporate Board of Directors? Thankfully the vision of a bunch of old white dudes eating caviar and playing golf, is starting to fade…and the implications are massive

It’s no secret that the pace of change continues to accelerate. This rapid transformation is redefining how businesses and boards function. The role of modern boards has changed and they are playing a great role in corporate governance and ultimately business performance.

We are living in an exciting time that’s expanding the opportunity and potential for more people like you to make a positive impact on business and society.

Today, we talk about why joining a Board of Directors can be a great way to do that. Why it can be beneficial to add to your career plan, how to make it happen, and how to avoid some of the most common mistakes people make when trying to join a board.

#048 - Navigating Toxic Workplaces and Remote Work (with Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett)

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 20:29:28 -0000

Remote work, hybrid work, and back to office orders. These topics are taking up a lot of bandwidth these days. A key part of this focus is because companies are still coming to terms with the massive workplace changes of the past few years. That has led to a mental health pandemic that doesn’t seem to be going away, and rising levels of stress and burnout in the workplace.

To shed some light on these challenges and solutions, I’m excited to have Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett on the show today. She’s a rockstar PhD and organizational psychologist who was researching remote work way back in 2003.

Dr. Laura is an Organizational Psychologist and expert on workplace psychology with a specialty on the future of work and career development. Her work passion is creating cultures where people stay and thrive, so that companies can attract top talent.

Dr. Laura has founded several psychology and consulting practices, including Canada Career Counselling in 2009, where registered psychologists help 1000s of Canadians navigate their career and workplace challenges, and support organizations with career transitions.

She holds a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Calgary, where she is currently an Adjunct Professor. Dr. Laura received a Canadian Women of Inspiration Award as a Global Influencer in 2018.

#047 - Beyond Boundaries: Rethinking Leadership and Empowering Women (with Dalia Feldheim)

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 18:42:24 -0000

Whether throwing, running, or leading, doing something “like a girl” used to have very negative connotations. Thankfully, a lot has changed in the past decade, particularly for women in science, technology, and sports. Yet, there’s still a long way to go before exhibiting feminine traits are viewed as wholly positive in leadership, business, and many parts of society.

Today’s guest is Dalia Feldheim, an incredible woman who is on a mission to humanize the future of workplaces and leadership. Dalia combines science and empathy to help companies build authentic, happy, and psychologically safe workplace cultures.

Welcome to episode 47 of the Working Well Podcast, the show that explores the rapidly changing landscape of work and wellbeing. Each episode, We dive into the hottest topics in leadership, employee wellbeing, and the future of work! I’m your host Tim Borys.

Before we dive in, let’s learn more about Dalia.

Dalia Feldheim founded Flow Leadership Consultancy after over two decades as a global C-suite marketing executive at Procter and Gamble where she led some of the world’s most iconic ad campaigns.

Dalia holds an Executive Masters degree in Consulting and Coaching for Change. She teaches ‘The Science of Happiness and Resilience’ as an Adjunct Professor at the Singapore Management University and works with the top tech companies to bring resilience and joy to work.

Finally, Dalia is a passionate advocate of women and female leadership. She encourages women (and men) to lean into their feminine leadership traits and “Dare to lead (more) like a girl”.

#046 - The Ambiguity Advantage: How Leaders Can Embrace Change (with Kerryn Fewster)

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0000

We live in a highly ambiguous world where change is accelerating at an alarming rate, yet we are not equipping ourselves, our teams, and our leaders with the skills and mindset to adapt to this environment.

Kerryn Fewster is my guest today and her perspective on managing change is both unique and highly effective.

We chat about the key challenges being faced by leaders and companies, the major factors missed by most change management initiatives, and what leaders can do to embrace the opportunities that ambiguity and change present. Keep listening, it’s going to be awesome!

Welcome to episode 46 of the Working Well Podcast, the show that explores the rapidly changing landscape of work and wellbeing. Each episode, We dive into the hottest topics in leadership, employee wellbeing, and the future of work! I’m your host Tim Borys.

Before we get started, here’s a bit more about Kerryn.

Change2020 - https://change2020.com/

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#045 - Blending Business Strategy, Change Management, and People Performance! (with Tonille Miller)

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Why are people and performance suffering so much in companies today? How can companies operationalize business strategy and employee experience in a way that helps people and companies Flourish? What is the role of leadership in making sure these changes happen? Those are just a few of the important questions we discuss today with special guest organizational psychologist Tonille Miller.

#044 - The Future of Work: A Global Perspective Through the Lens of Wellbeing (with Chris Cummings)

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 17:04:54 -0000

The change we’ve experienced in the past few years has had a global impact on people, business, and society. The flexibility around how, when, and where we work has fundamentally changed, as have the conversations and expectations about the role that employees and organizations play in the dance called business.

We are painfully aware of the impact that mental health, social connection, and leadership have on the wellbeing and performance of people and the companies that employ them. Today’s guest is Chris Cummings and he has a unique global perspective on workplace culture, people, and leadership mindset.

As CEO of Wellbeing at Work, he runs an annual series of popular events in diverse countries around the world and has a front row seat to the corporate zeitgeist as well as important regional, cultural, and organizational trends.

In our conversation, we will dive into important topics like remote and hybrid work models, employee experience, wellness, benefits, learning and development, and the impact of leadership on outcomes for people and businesses.

#043 - Building an engaged, high performing workplace culture without the burnout, even when fully remote! (with Graeme Barlow)

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 15:59:46 -0000

How can you build an engaged, high performing workplace culture…whether you are in the office, hybrid, or fully remote? Even better, how can you do it without the burnout and high turnover that often comes from a fast paced environment with high workloads?

That’s the focus of today’s episode, and the answer will surprise you…or at least make you wonder why so few companies actually do it.

My special guest is tech leader and serial entrepreneur Graeme Barlow. He’s an expert at building thriving companies and teams. Over the past 14 years, he’s built and scaled four successful companies, selling two of them.. Now, before you say that the tech industry is different, I encourage you to hear his simple philosophy and highly effective strategy for building businesses and teams. Regardless of your industry or company size, Graeme’s insights will be realistic and practical.

#042 - How To Solve Workplace Burnout: Insights from Deloitte, McKinsey, and Harvard Business Review

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 19:58:26 -0000

How To Solve Workplace Burnout: Insights from Deloitte, McKinsey, and Harvard Business Review

#041 - Neurodiversity in learning, leadership, and business (with Dr. Jason Rogers)

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 17:43:35 -0000

It’s no secret that we’re all unique. With over 85 Billion Neurons and over 600 trillion synaptic connections that are constantly adapting to our internal and external environments, neurodiversity and uniqueness are baked into our brains and evolution.

So why do so many of our education and work environments fail to recognize and harness this diversity?

That’s the heart of today’s episode. With the help of Dr. Jason Rogers, an expert on neurodiversity and learning, we look at what current changes in the science, perception, and application of neurodiversity mean for education, business, and leadership.

#040 - Leading with Intention: Values, Culture Curation, and Communication for Powerful People and Performance

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 16:55:06 -0000

Welcome to The Working Well Podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with CEO and Owner of William Joseph Agency, Ryan is an accomplished entrepreneur and CEO with a growing agency that supports a global client list. His business career began at age three in rural Saskatchewan when he began adding price tags to his coloring book pictures and hanging them on the wall of his self-proclaimed “gallery”.

In 2002, after earning a commerce degree from the University of Saskatchewan, Ryan moved to Calgary and co-founded William Joseph Communications. Aside from their work with global businesses, the RPM and Brand Aid programs at William Joseph help fellow entrepreneurs and not-for-profit organizations more effectively tell their stories.

Throughout our conversation, Ryan shares the lessons he’s learned about creating a vibrant corporate culture, hiring the right people, managing personal well-being, and how the values we curate and communicate daily are integral to each area.

Listen to the podcast to find out more.

#039 – How to Blend DEI, Accountability, and a Great Corporate Culture (with Serilda Summers-McGee)

Mon, 01 May 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Today I’m excited to be hosting the amazing Serilda Summers-McGee. She’s a dynamo of a woman who’s redefining what DEI, corporate culture, and leadership look like in the workplace. Today, we dive into how these important topics are influencing employee wellbeing and organizational performance.

Serilda Summers-McGee is a powerful force for positive change, business excellence, and vibrant workplace cultures. Her diverse background and refreshing perspective on people, DEI, and business performance is a true inspiration for leaders and organizations.

She is Principal and CEO of Workplace Change, LLC. Her full service HR firm specializes in guiding and advising companies to integrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into their business and HR systems. Prior to launching her own firm, Serilda was Chief Human Resources Officer for the City of Portland, Oregon and supported a workforce of over 10,000 team members. In the past 5 years, she has won numerous awards including the “Women of Influence”, “HR Excellence”, and “CEO of the Year”.

Listen to the podcast to find out more.

#038 - Psychological Safety for High Impact Teams (with Stephan Wiedner)

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 16:00:00 -0000

Welcome to The Working well Podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with psychological safety expert, Stephan Wiedner, who’s the founder of three thriving learning and development companies. We are going to shine a spotlight on psychological safety in the workplace and the challenges that leaders, employers, and companies face each day.

Stephan Wiedner is a psychological safety expert whose career has focused on developing sustainable high-performance leaders, teams, and organizations. His passion for unleashing the collective potential of people has led him to cofound Noomii.com, the web’s largest network of independent life coaches, Skillsetter.com, the deliberate practice platform for interpersonal skills, and Zarango.com, the psychological safety training experts.

Stephan has been a guest speaker at many business events and podcasts. His writing has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, and other popular publications.

Listen to the podcast to find out more.

#037 - Does Your Leadership and Life Need a Reset? (with Dr. Steven MacGregor)

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 16:00:00 -0000

In this episode, I’m honoured to be joined by the venerable Dr. Steven MacGregor. We are going to look at how design thinking, athletics, and engineering impact organizational wellbeing and the performance of people in companies.

Steven is a global pioneer and one of the world’s top experts on leadership, health and wellbeing in the work environment. He is a guest professor in several of the world’s leading business schools, a coach, and a consultant who has helped tens of thousands of leaders around the world bring their whole selves to the workplace.

Dr. MacGregor is the author of 6 books, including Sustaining Executive Performance, Chief Wellbeing Officer, and The Daily Reset: 366 Nudges to Move Your Life Forward.

And just in case you thought he was all about academics, research, and writing books, Steven is also a former international level duathlete and current outdoor enthusiast.

Listen to the podcast to find out more.

#036 - Meeting Madness: The Organizational and People Impact of Meeting Overload (with Lauren Sergy)

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 02:38:32 -0000

It’s been 28 months of virtual and hybrid meetings, and for many companies, not much has changed. We attend more meetings than ever, yet aside from the convenience, few people rave about the quality of virtual meetings.

But it doesn’t have to be this way!

In this episode of The Working Well Podcast, I’m joined by communication expert Lauren Sergy to look at how virtual and hybrid meetings impact our energy, relationships, and ability to communicate well in the workplace.

We touch on everything from the neuroscience of video conferencing, to the responsibilities of leaders and organizations in shaping communications in this new world of virtual and hybrid work. Of course, all of this comes back to impact the overall wellbeing and performance of people and teams.

Lauren Sergy is a public speaking and interpersonal communication expert who has helped thousands of professionals become more powerful communicators.

She has worked with clients and audiences in Canada, the United States, the UK, and beyond, including KPMG, Grant Thornton, Cargill, T-Mobile and many more. She teaches business communication seminars with the University of Alberta.

Her first book, The Handy Communication Answer Book, was featured on the Best Reference books of 2017 list by Library Journal. Her current book, UNMUTE! How to Master Virtual Meetings and Reclaim Your Sanity, is available at online book retailers worldwide.

Listen to the podcast to find out more.

#035 - Why Workplace Wellness Fails and What to Do About It (with Dr. Candice Schaefer)

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Today we look at why workplace wellness fails and what to do about it. I’m joined by superstar psychologist and organizational mental health expert Candice Schaefer. Our conversation shines the spotlight on management, leadership, and the underestimated role of the C-suite in employee well-being…and how that well-being ultimately impacts organizational performance.

#034 - Democratizing Leadership in the New World of Work (With Kelsey Hahn)

Tue, 24 May 2022 13:00:00 -0000

Leadership is crucial to the well-being and performance of people and organizations, yet few leaders have received the training needed to be successful in their roles. Stats continually point to the fact that employees rarely leave companies, they leave bad managers. So why is traditional leadership training provided so late in a leader’s journey and often reserved for those who already hold a senior position?

The answer to that provides important insight into our rapidly changing business climate and why it’s ripe for transformation.

Today, we speak with Kelsey Hahn, CEO of Monark about the challenges and opportunities for current and aspiring leaders today. Kelsey is a brilliant leader and executive who is on a mission to democratize corporate leadership training. She provides valuable insights for leaders, employees, and organizations that want to thrive.

#033 - Your Brain in Nature (with Ty McKinney)

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we are chatting with neuroscientist and researcher, Dr. Ty “The Neuro Guy” McKinney and discovering the amazing benefits that nature has on the human brain.

The best part is that new research in this growing area shows how engaging with natural organic environments can produce tremendous improvements in physical and mental health, stress, resilience, happiness, and even productivity at work.

Tune in to learn the ways leaders and companies can use these tools and research findings to improve corporate culture, the overall employee experience, and of course company performance.

#032 - Corporate Change Part 1: The Death (and Rebirth) of the Office

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

This two-part episode dives into what our new work reality means for people, companies, leaders, and the community.

Part one looks at the accelerating evolution of work. The challenges people in companies are facing and how successful companies are harnessing this opportunity for their strategic advantage.

Listen to the podcast to find out more.

#031 - How to Supercharge Your Influence and Create Change in Your Company (with Catherine Mattiske)

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we discuss how to supercharge your influence and create change in a company regardless of your title or position. My special guest Catherine Mattiske explains why so much communication in organizations fails miserably. Her simple and learnable skills help people craft communication that resonates and inspires action across wider audiences.

#030 - Employee Engagement and the Power of Recognition (with Tom Short)

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we discuss employee engagement and the power of recognition with Tom short founder and chief customer officer at kudos. We dive into how engagement recognition and corporate culture impact the health, wellbeing, and performance of people every day.

#029 - The Issue With Employee Benefits Plans

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 16:54:18 -0000

In this episode, we'll look at the key issues with the current model of employee benefits, and what needs to happen to actually improve employee health, happiness, engagement, and performance...at work and home.

#028 - Financial Wellness For Employees & Companies (With Special Guest Timurlane Cakmak)

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 14:54:33 -0000

In this week's podcast, we talk about Financial Wellness for employees and companies (EQ, IQ, and success strategies) with our special guest Timurlane Cakmak, accredited Financial Planner at Royal bank of Canada.

#027 - Corporate Creativity That’s Not Cheesy (With Special Guest Caroline Brookfield)

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 15:35:17 -0000

What are corporate creativity best practices: beyond finger painting and drum circles. Let's talk about the link between creativity, healthy workplaces, and thriving businesses.

#026 - The Corporate Culture Shift - Changes in People, Business, and HR (With Special Guest Ashley McKarney)

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 10:02:47 -0000

#025 - Music, Playlists, Productivity and Corporate Performance (with Jennifer Buchanan)

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:44:11 -0000

On this show, we connect with Jennifer Buchanan, the CEO of JB Music Therapy, to talk about the influence of music in the workplace and in public, upon our mood, motivation, and engagement, and how company leaders can use that to create a more productive team.

#024 - The Role of Data in a Corporate Wellness Culture - Brian Kropp

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 19:49:37 -0000

On this show, we connect with Brian Kropp, the VP & Chief of HR Research at Gartner, who has some useful insight about the role that data plays in the transition to working from home, in employee wellness, and employee engagement. Data can give us great insight into what employees truly feel about company culture.

#023 - Why Corporate Gyms Don't Work

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 14:00:00 -0000

#022 - Harness The Movement Spectrum at Work and Home

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:00:00 -0000

#021 - Bureaucracy, Blinders, and Why Wellness at Work is Broken (with Special Guest Pam Cooper)

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 01:17:36 -0000

Today’s guest is Pam Cooper.

Pam is a global Human Resources Manager with extensive leadership experience managing company wide occupational health and wellness teams, vendors and benefits programs.

She's consulted with local and corporate leaders regarding employee and leadership development, program design and facilitation for learning plans, technical competency frameworks, and conducted diversity and inclusion training.

Pam's experience with health & wellness in the workplace has spanned both profit and not-for-profit organizations where budgets, resources and location of employees were all factors in the programs designed and delivered.

Wellness is one of Pam’s core values and she’s a strong believer in its the power to transform people and workplaces. Between hikes with her family, and coffee walks with friends she likes to nourish her creative spirit through painting.

As a leader and a coach, she encourages stakeholders to consider the costs and benefits to ensuring wellness is not simply handled off the corner of the desk.

#020 - The S-O-S Method to Manage Stress at Work and Home (with Special Guest Beverley Beuermann-King)

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 21:36:28 -0000

In this episode, our guest is Beverly Beuermann-King. For over 20 years, Beverly has used her S-O-S Principle™ with people and organizations who want to control their reactions to stress, build resiliency against life’s challenges, and live healthy, successful lives. Beverly appreciates that there is not ‘one way’ to deal with our business challenges or build our personal resiliency. Beverly believes that it is about building an action plan that works, which is unique to the person and team who builds it.

#019 - Back Home Again - A Story of Community, Healing, Mental Health, and Resilience (with Special Guests Charmaine Hammond & Michael Mankowski)

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:00:00 -0000

Back Home Again was inspired by real testimonials that Michael recorded (while working with the Canadian Red Cross) of individuals who experienced the forest fire, evacuation and the road to recovery. Extensive health research was utilized in the creation of the film, script and content including research from the University of Alberta, CMHA and a number of other studies related to mental health and resilience in disaster/post disaster situations.

#018 - Does Your Brain Need A Software Upgrade?

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 15:00:00 -0000

#017 - The Science of Habits and Positive Behaviour Change in Work & Life (with Special Guest Lisa Belanger)

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 16:27:25 -0000

In this episode, our guest is Dr. Lisa Belanger. She is an award-winning researcher, innovator, and is CEO of ConsciousWorks, a consulting firm teaching habits, skills and work design to be proactive with mental health and performance. Lisa holds a Ph.D. in Behavioural Medicine, an Executive MBA, and is a Certified Exercise Physiologist and High Performance Specialist.

Prior to the pandemic, she was traveling the world (with her two month old baby) visiting organizations to explore company culture, leadership, and the ability to destress from work. She is the founder of a national charity, Knight’s Cabin, which offers wellness programming to cancer survivors, and the author of two books Inspire Me Well: Taking control of your health and A Cup of Mindfulness: For the busy and restless. Her greatest accomplishments are climbing Mount Kilimanjaro with her father, running the Paris marathon and snack holding for two tiny humans.

#016 - 4 Simple Pillars to Better Performance at Work and Life

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 03:35:14 -0000

#015 - Redefining HR, Wellbeing and Business (with Special Guest Rod Miller)

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 22:01:07 -0000

In this episode, our guest is Rodney Miller. Rod is the president and CEO for CPHR Alberta, a not-for-profit organization representing over 6,000 members within the human resources community in Alberta, Northwest Territories and Nunavut. In his role, Rod is responsible for the strategic direction of the organization, advocacy for the profession and overseeing the standards for the CPHR designation in the region. Rod’s career began in the pharmaceutical biotech industry. He then led the Calgary operation for an international recruitment firm building an award winning organization while driving culture change.

Prior to his current role he led the corporate development organization at a large post-secondary institution where he and his team led the implementation of workforce development across the globe, including projects in Angola, Australia, equatorial, Guinea, Kazakhstan, and Mexico. Rod holds undergraduate degrees in zoology and economics, along with an MBA in leadership and stragety. In addition, Rod is a holder of the CPHR, designation and chartered member of CPHR, Alberta.

#014 - The Neuroscience of Effective Leadership Communication (with Special Guest Lindsay Lapaquette)

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 16:13:42 -0000

In this episode, our guest is Lindsay Lapaquette. She works with middle managers who want to communicate authentically so they can effectively lead their teams without losing themselves. As a former speech language pathologist with a master’s of applied science, Lindsay harnesses, her expertise in the neuroscience of communication and connection to help managers foster an environment of trust and respect in their teams so that everyone can bring their best selves to work.

Lindsay’s approach has been profoundly influenced by her work with First Nations organizations, her experience as a parent of two neurodivergent children and the premature loss of both of her parents. Along with an unquenchable thirst for learning Lindsay brings to her work extensive experience in emotional regulation, trauma informed deescalation, collaborative problem solving mindfulness, cultural proficiency, and non-violent communication.

She is passionate about helping people foster a deeper connection to both themselves and others.

#013 - Wellness and the Evolution of the HR Leader (with Special Guest Michelle Berg)

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:07:02 -0000

In this episode, our guest is Michelle Berg. She is the Chief Visionary Officer at Elevated HR and employee experience agency located in Calgary, Alberta.

Since 2010, Michelle and her team of nine have supported over 500 companies internationally with various people and culture program initiatives. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree in counseling psychology, with the desire to help organizations sort out their issues in a group therapy setting.

And if Michelle's learned anything from this pandemic organizations are certainly struggling with communication. She is a DISC-certified facilitator and has held her charter professional in human resources designation since 2005, she facilitates and develops course curriculum in both employee experience and leadership development with the goal of making work suck less.

#012 - Beyond Industry: Wellness and Leadership (with Special Guest Shane Wenzel)

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0000

In this episode, our guest is Shane Wenzel, President of the Shane Homes Group of Companies and the namesake. As an industry leader, Shane’s responsibilities include strategic direction for the companies. Policy advice for the building industry through Build Calgary and political involvement through the Alberta enterprise group on the economy.

Shane’s background in sales and marketing comes from growing up with two entrepreneurial parents, Cal and Edith and years participating in a business advisory group. On the personal side, Shane is a bit of a tech junkie and social media influencer on various platforms. He’s also part of the LGBTQ community.

#011 - Diversity, Inclusion, and Wellness (with Special Guest Tina Varughese)

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0000

Today’s guest on the Working Well Podcast is Tina Varughese. Named one of Canada’s top 10 notable speakers by Ignite Magazine, Tina cleverly tackles hot button topics like diversity and inclusion in today’s complex climate. Tina’s work has been featured in the Toronto Star, TSN, CBC eye-opener, Adrenaline Magazine and Alberta venture. Clients include Pfizer Canada, Kraft-Heinz, Hockey Canada Hondai Canada, Canadian college of health leaders and Canada life. She’s the president of the Canadian association of professional speakers, Calgary chapter. She was recently appointed to McMaster University’s future of Canada project council. She has a strong professional background in immigration where she spearheaded international recruitment missions.

As well, she ran her own successful relocation and settlement from prior to speaking professionally. Tina has been the face of diversity, literally when she was chosen to be in Dove’s campaign. For real beauty, representing beauty in diversity. With two kids, five fish and one husband. She resides in Calgary where she recently took hip hop classes, but has opted instead to buy an oversized hoodie.

#010 - Workplace Wellbeing…A Personal Success Story and Cautionary Tale (with Special Guest Jim Trobec)

Mon, 31 May 2021 15:00:00 -0000

In this episode, our guest is Jim Trobec, Chief Operations Officer and senior consultant at Care Benefit Solutions. He is accountable for the execution and delivery of care’s brokering and consulting functions.

Jim and his team specialize in providing customized group insurance and retirement solutions for companies that want to optimize the cost benefit ratio of their employee benefits plans. His double bachelor of science degrees from the university of Calgary in actuarial science and pure mathematics, help them uncover new opportunity and value for his clients.

Jim also has an amazing story of his own health, fitness, and wellness journey and how it positively transformed his life.

#009 - The Success-Energy Equation (with Special Guest Michelle Cederberg)

Mon, 24 May 2021 15:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we connect with Michelle Cederberg, an in-demand, speaker, author, coach, and consultant. For over 17 years certified speaking professional, Michelle Cederberg has captivated audiences across North America with her empowering and humorous messages about how to set worthwhile goals, get energized for success, and live a bigger life.

#008 - Leadership and Wellness for Optimal Business Performance (with Special Guest Christine Dagenais)

Wed, 19 May 2021 17:12:18 -0000

In this episode, we are joined by Christine Dagenais. She is a sought-after leadership development expert author corporate speaker and was recently recognized as one of Canada’s top 100 most powerful women.

Christine has coached hundreds of high-profile and top-performing leaders and has spoken at multiple leadership and executive development forums, delivering keynotes, including endurance leadership for the intervening phase of COVID-19.

#007 - Fuelling Greatness at Work - Part 2 of 2

Wed, 19 May 2021 17:12:01 -0000

#006 - Fuelling Greatness at Work - Part 1 of 2

Wed, 19 May 2021 17:11:48 -0000

#005 - Workplace Wellness Tips from Canada’s Best Place to Work (with Special Guest Kerilee Snatenchuk)

Wed, 19 May 2021 17:11:34 -0000

In this episode, our guest is Kerilee Snatenchuk, Director in People & Culture at ATB Financial.

Kerilee has developed and implemented foundational strategies around physical and mental health, as well as inclusion and diversity at ATB. She has certification in mental health leadership, indigenous awareness, and digital wellness. She has been a speaker at the International Association of Business Communicators Global Conference on communicating I&D in organizations along with being a workplace mental health panel expert at various mental health conferences.

Kerilee's ultimate goal is to ensure that each team member achieves a holistic view of their wellness and is able to bring their true selves to an inclusive work environment every day.

In turn, this environment creates a space for team members to deliver their most outstanding work.

#004 - Making Employee Benefits Work (with Special Guest Shannon Hughes)

Wed, 19 May 2021 17:11:16 -0000

In this episode, our guest is Shannon Hughes, an Employee Benefits and Insurance Consultant who is committed to helping organizations protect their most valuable asset – their employees.

After graduating from the University of Alberta with a criminology degree, a series of unexpected life events led Shannon to the insurance industry and to work at a major national carrier. In 2012, she moved to the consulting side of the business, where she focused on retirement savings plans and employee benefits.

After learning this side of the industry with both small and large consulting firms, her entrepreneurial drive led her to start captivating benefits. She takes pride in supporting businesses and nonprofit organizations to create thriving workplaces by taking a holistic approach to people’s health and wellbeing.

She loves connection community and continuous improvement and is working hard to build a purpose-driven business that embodies these values.

#003 - Harness Your Health and Wealth (with Special Guest Mike Skrypnek)

Wed, 19 May 2021 17:10:59 -0000

In this episode, our guest is Mike Skrypnek. He is a catalyst that helps spark mid-career entrepreneurs with great potential to put their vision into action for big impact. Intentionally adding energy at the right time, in the right way with the right person allows the impact to go Interstellar and set off a cosmic ripple effect.

The multiplier effect of entrepreneurial success extends through generations. Mike is a renowned business coach seven-time best-selling author featured podcast, podcast guest speaker and producer of the social to-social movement TV series is growing to get give philosophy and training holds the keys to success of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs. He lives loves and adventures in Squamish BC, Canada with his wife, Sherry, and his two children.

#002 - Humour At Work (With Special Guest Michael Kerr)

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 18:43:40 -0000

In today's episode, we talk with Michael Kerr. Michael is a hall of fame speaker who in ordinary times travels the world researching, writing, and speaking about inspiring workplaces, that rock and businesses that leverage their humor resources to drive outrageous results.

#1 Welcome to the Working Well Podcast

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 00:15:00 -0000

Join us for the inaugural episode of the Working Well Podcast. We discuss the challenges, issues, and opportunities that led to the launch of this show, and then we dive into some of the current challenges facing personal and workplace health and wellness.

Tune in and enjoy the show! We would love to know what you think. Drop us a line or rate us on your favourite podcast platform.