Human Capital Leadership

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Westover talks with Dr. Russell Thackeray about performance, accountability, and building employee resilience in organizations. See the video here: https://youtu.be/xWCmhDtFXlg. Dr. Russell Thackeray (https://www.linkedin.com/in/russellthackeray/) is an expert at assisting people and organisations drive change, achieve goals and win, in a constant and sustainable way. A psychologist, coach and hypnotherapist, Dr Thackeray regularly works with the ‘soft issues’ in business by building the strong culture and emotional and mental toughness that allows people to thrive, whatever life throws at them. As a speaker, coach and trainer Dr Thackeray can be challenging, especially with senior groups in driving sustainable change by creating accountability through resilience tactics and techniques. However, he also deploys extraordinary empathy that allows him to work across levels, genders and hierarchies to ensure people are inspired and seize their opportunities in both life and at work. His fast-paced, impactful and engaging training, workshops and presentations provide real world, practical strategies and skills that improve the performance of organisations and individuals. He has also developed an innovative new approach to the evaluation of learning in organisations through a highly practical and analytical method that backs up development with statistical evidence and proof. Dr Thackeray has substantial and varied experience working within sales and marketing, operational management (including a spell as a CEO in a UK Law Firm) as well as time as an organisational development consultant and coach. He has worked with a diverse range of organisations including Central and Local Government, the National Health Service, Mercedes Benz, GKN, The Guardian, Hyundai, QinetiQ and Asda as well as for Private Equity and Venture Capitalists. As an entrepreneur, he has grown a number of organisations and has worked in the investment space with a number of UK Private Equity companies, including some major UK universities, to help them build the best people to ‘ramp up’ their investments. He is also a non-executive director of a number of digital businesses including lifestyle transformation and cruise travel companies. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Westover and Dr. Russell continue their weekly servant leadership discussions and explore foresight and servant leadership. See the video here: https://youtu.be/c_qSzK6iGYU. Dr. Eric J. Russell is an Associate Professor in the  Emergency Services department at UVU. His writings and research involve the influence of homeland security education on responders, as well as the impact of servant leadership on organizations and individuals. He is the author of more than 60 peer reviewed and trade publications as well as two books: The Desire to Serve: Servant Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services (Greenleaf Center for Servant Leadership) and In Command of Guardians: Executive Servant Leadership for the Community of Responders (Springer). In addition, Eric speaks nationally on the subjects of servant leadership and homeland security education. Dr. Russell retired early as a Captain from the Department of Defense/USAF Fire and Emergency Services with combined active duty military and DoD service. He is a Department of Defense Rescue Technician, Hazardous Materials Technician/IC, and a Dive Master. Dr. Russell is also a Certified Homeland Protection Professional (CHPP) from the National Sheriff's Association and the Global Society of Homeland and National Security Professionals (GSHNSP) and was awarded a Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security Studies from Michigan State University. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Westover talks with Steve Gavatorta about responding to adversity, ambiguity and change. See the video here: https://youtu.be/0MS7OAP-xFY. Steve Gavatorta (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavatorta/), owner of the Steve Gavatorta Group, specializes in empowering individuals and organizations in identifying, developing, and exceeding performance goals. Steve has had the privilege of coaching and training thousands of high performers across an array of industries. From small businesses on the move to Fortune 500 companies, Steve collaborates with organizations to build foundations, set goals, and eclipse their highest potential.     Steve is a Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst (CPBA) and Certified Professional Values Analyst (CPVA), a certified Myers-Briggs practitioner, and accredited to coach and train for Emotional Intelligence (EQ). He is a two-time published author, and his new book In Defense of Adversity: Turning Your Toughest Challenges Into Your Greatest Success won Richter Publishing’s Amazon Best Seller Award for 2018. Steve currently resides in Tampa.  Link to review Steve Gavatorta Topline Capabilities & Credentials Video: https://youtu.be/Jl6SAa0niWs  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Westover talks with Amie Devero about the challenge of planning in extreme uncertainty, scenario planning, and creating a remote culture that doesn’t leave behind more junior employees. See the video here: https://youtu.be/xPtFWcyWjEg. Amie Devero (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amiedevero/) has more than 25 years of experience as an executive coach and management consultant. In that time, she has led public seminars for over 20,000 people, done one on one and group coaching with thousands of professionals, and provided C-Suite executive coaching to business leaders of everything from Fortune 500 companies to nascent start-ups, and is active in the start-up community. Along with her work as a coach and consultant, Amie has led two technology start-up companies in the urban tech/payment sector, and has worked in multiple different kinds of industries as an executive, including software, advertising, international sovereign banking, NGOs and media. She is often asked to provide thought-provoking keynote presentations as well as multi-day training seminars to conferences, associations and to corporate audiences. Amie attended Bennington College and Harvard University as an undergraduate, and has two masters degrees, one from the London School of Economics in Social Philosophy and Management and another from Florida International University. She is the author of “Powered by Principle: Using Core Values to Build World-Class Organizations”, a management book addressing issues of strategy and leadership. She is often published on issues relating to business, management effectiveness and strategy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this HCI Podcast Season 5 Preview episode, Dr. Westover briefly reflects on the first four season of the podcast and provides an overview and preview of what is in store for season 5 of the podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Westover talks with Brenden Kumarasamy about developing effective public speaking and presentation skills to drive greater impact in our careers. See the video here: https://youtu.be/LHjsMH66aBY. Brenden Kumarasamy (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendenkumarasamy/) is the founder of MasterTalk, a YouTube channel he started to help the world master the art of public speaking and communication. He coaches purpose driven entrepreneurs on how to master their message and share their ideas with the world.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Westover talks with Carol Sanford about our various roles, how we view those differently to impact change, and how these roles carry over into our work. See the video here: Carol Sanford (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolsanfordkeynote/) is a consistently recognized thought leader working side by side with Fortune 500 and new economy executive teams, designing and leading systemic business change and design. She is Senior Fellow of Social Innovation, Babson College; Founder,The Regenerative Business Development Community, Change Agent Development community. Her best-selling books have 15 awards, are required reading at leading business and management schools including Harvard,Stanford, Haas Berkeley and MIT. Carol also partners with producing Executive Education through Babson College, Kaos pilot in Denmark,University of Washington and The Lewis Institute at Babson. Her books are filled with case stories, from around the worldwide diversity represented.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this HCI Podcast episode, we share Dr. Westover's recent ISQOLS webinar. This webinar summarizes a series of studies comparing job satisfaction and its determinants across 37 countries, based on data from the most recent wave of the International Social Survey Program. This research explores various work-life balance factors, job autonomy, and meaningful work indicators and the related considerations for managers as they work to design work (including remote work) during the COVID-19 pandemic. As we all know, COVID-19 is having a worldwide and significant impact on the world of work. Scheduling flexibility has taken on new meaning with employees working from home on a regular basis. Not only must these employees fulfill their work responsibilities, but in many cases, care for children and assist with schoolwork. Some may find working from home isolating and experience increased conflict between home and work responsibilities, while others may enjoy the flexibility and find that it increases productivity. A study administered early in the COVID-19 crisis found that 80% of those working remotely were happy doing so. Well-designed jobs, that provide meaning and purpose to employees, the autonomy to determine how they perform their work, and that provide for various work-life-balance benefits are proven to drive higher levels of worker satisfaction and engagement, which has enormous benefits for both workers and their employers alike. These benefits include increased productivity, innovation and creativity, and less job turnover and absenteeism. Additionally, COVID-19 has provided an opportunity for managers to determine effective practices for working from home. Given that flexible work arrangements improve worker satisfaction and engagement globally and across generations of workers, managers should determine how to leverage and continue these arrangements as they work to support their employees and design jobs that drive performance. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Westover talks with Alexis Haselberger about time management, productivity, and relieving and reducing stress in the workplace. See the video here: https://youtu.be/Sp9U_Uc_aHQ. Alexis Haselberger (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexis-haselberger/) is a time management and productivity coach who helps people do more and stress less through coaching, workshops and online courses.  Her pragmatic, yet fun, approach helps people easily integrate practical, realistic strategies into their lives so that they can do more of what they want and less of what they don't.  Alexis has taught thousands of individuals to take control of their time, their to do lists and their overwhelm and her clients include Google, Lyft, Workday, Capital One, Upwork and more. Free download: Distraction Minimization Action Plan: hhttps://www.alexishaselberger.com/reduce-distraction Website: https://www.alexishaselberger.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh9iAkCALqr3FsKfYOqjb3Q Insta: @do.more.stress.less FB: @domorestressless FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/domorestressless/ Online courses: https://www.alexishaselberger.com/online-courses See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Westover talks with John Neral about how organizational potential has changed because of COVID-19 and how leaders can create more engagement with their remote teams. See the video here: https://youtu.be/_0gPKFUDOH4. John Neral, MA, CPC (https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnneral/) reawakens, energizes, galvanizes and innovates the mind think of employees, corporations, associations, systems--people. A celebrated executive/career and professional development coach, and in-demand, mindset-shifting public speaker, John’s professional walk included serving as a former professional development manager of an instructional coaching program at the District of Columbia Public Schools system (DCPS); a 14-year mathematics educator; a state educational assessment specialist (DC); and a longstanding corporate consultant for Fortune 500 giant, Casio America, Inc., and a Training and Staffing Director for an Educational Non-Profit (AIR). He now leads John Neral Coaching, LLC, one of the most progressive, mindset-shifting professional and organizational coaching and public speaking firms in the U.S. and is the author of the new book, “SHOW UP – Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career.” A champion of enlivening the mind and compelling action, John also currently hosts The #SHOWUP6Book on IGTV, a new channel dedicated to encouraging employees, corporations, systems, and individuals--living in the times of #COVID19--to #SHOWUP, transform amidst the present challenges, and emerge as their best selves yet. The show is an extension of his weekly inspo Facebook livestream, @JohnNeralCoaching LLC. His intriguing, previous interviews with industry leaders and insiders are also available on his YouTube Channel, @JohnNeralCoaching. A former church organ prodigy, John is an avid traveler--having sojourned to 5 of the 7 continents, a professional bowler and the winner of a Professional Bowlers’ Association Regional Title (2010), and a game-show fan, having appeared on previous episodes of GSN’s Chain Reaction and Make My Day. John is happily married and lives with his spouse and their rescue cat, Amy Farrah Meowler (named after the Big Bang Theory character), in the heart of Washington DC’s Dulles Technology Corridor, Tysons Corner, VA. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.