

Human Capital Leadership
Jonathan H. Westover, PhD
Maximize your personal and #OrganizationalPotential with the Human Capital Leadership podcast! We’re your source for personal, professional, and #OrganizationalGrowth and development. We share our own original #Research, explore #IndustryTrends, and interview executives and thought leaders from across the globe. Join us for practitioner-oriented content around all things #Leadership, #HR, #TalentManagement, #OrganizationalDevelopment, and #ChangeManagement.
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Jan 18, 2023 • 28min
S42E24 - Addressing Workforce Gaps Using Contingent Workers, with Tania Fiero
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tania Fiero about addressing workforce gaps using contingent workers.
Tania is the Chief Human Resources Officer for Innovative Employee Solutions (IES), a nationwide provider of outsourced payroll and HR administrative services. A seasoned professional in the HR industry, Tania began her career in 1995 as a recruiter with TOPS Staffing, specializing in professional placements. In 1999 she was promoted to Regional Operations Manager, and assumed responsibility for training and auditing the company’s 10 staffing locations throughout the Western Region. Tania joined the IES team in 2002, where she currently serves as a strategic member of the company’s executive team. Her specialties and areas of expertise include: staffing management, training and development, employee relations, co-employment, and State and Federal legislative compliance.
Tania has been a member of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) on both the national and local levels since 2003, and a member of the National Human Resources Association (NHRA) since 2008, where she currently serves on the Board of Directors. In 2008 she was selected as an honoree for San Diego Business Journal’s “HR Professional of the Year” awards. Her strategic HR contributions at IES also played a significant role in helping the company win 2009 honors at San Diego’s Best Places to Work Awards. An alumni of Monroe College in Michigan and the UCSD HR Certification Program in San Diego, Tania has also earned certification as both a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) through the Human Resources Certification Institution (HRCI) and as a Staffing Professional (CSP) through the American Staffing Association (ASA).
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Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 592296) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 5.00 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
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Jan 17, 2023 • 19min
S42E23 - The #PACE Process for Early Career Success, with Mark Zides
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Mark Zides about his book, The #PACE Process for Early Career Success.
Mark Zides (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mzides/) is your go-to-guy for all your career advice and business needs. Mark is the founder and CEO of CoreAxis Consulting, an award-winning custom learning & development, professional & leadership development, and talent management firm. CoreAxis partners with companies such as Amazon, Thermo-Fisher Scientific, Netflix, Nestle, and more, to develop innovative immersive learning solutions for their entire workforce. Mark is also the founder of Katama, an agency specializing in marketing, sales strategy, and customer success for small-to-medium sized businesses, as well as Recipi, a digital marketing agency for rental event equipment companies.
Please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts!
Check out Shopify at www.shopify.com/hci.
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 592296) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 5.00 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
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Jan 16, 2023 • 28min
S42E22 - Macro Economic and Labor Trends in 2023, with Tim Schumm
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tim Schumm about macro economic and labor trends in 2023.
Tim Schumm (https://www.linkedin.com/in/timschumm) spent 10 years at Aerotek, largest privately held staffing firm in various roles: recruiter, salesperson, national sales, and regional leadership. He was the top salesperson out of 2000 reps for 3 years 2010-2012. Lucas James provides a service that is 40-60% cost savings compared to traditional fee based recruiting firms and Tim is very vocal about some of the challenges and headaches that HR/Talent leaders have when working with recruiters. Model is broker, expensive, poor service, etc. Tim is also a thought leader when it comes to discussions around the economy and how that effects the labor market.
Please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts!
Check out Shopify at www.shopify.com/hci.
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 592296) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 5.00 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 13, 2023 • 30min
S42E21 - Why Consistency Matters to Customers and Employees, with Tommy Yionoulis
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tommy Yionoulis about why consistency matters to customers and employees.
Tommy Yionoulis (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommyy) has been in the restaurant industry for nearly his entire adult life. He has a BSBA from University of Denver’s Hotel Restaurant school in addition to an MBA. This former stand-up comic turned SaaS founder, has extensive experience helping businesses become more efficient and profitable through process, accountability, and data. He’s currently the Managing Director of OpsAnalitica, an Operations Analytics platform that focuses on managing and measuring daily team activities for large multi-unit businesses. Tommy believes that the next big technological disruptor event for many businesses is going to be implementing Operations Management software to shape the future of work and beat our competitors through better, more consistent daily operations.
Please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts!
Check out Shopify at www.shopify.com/hci.
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 592296) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 5.00 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 12, 2023 • 30min
S42E20 - The Pivot: Orchestrating Extraordinary Business Momentum, with Lori Michele Leavitt
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Lori Michele Leavitt about her book, The Pivot: Orchestrating Extraordinary Business Momentum.
Lori Michele Leavitt (linkedin.com/in/lorimicheleleavitt) cares about business vibrancy, and great leadership. She is "The Pivot Catalyst." According to Lori, "A leader’s role is to set direction and to orchestrate change - through many shifts by many people. This requires every person to be inspired by vision and purpose, know how their role fits the strategy, and to feel safe to speak up and take action." Lori founded Abrige Corp in 2001, and has pivoted over the years to best catalyze momentum for leaders and their teams. Abrige is a software, consulting and coaching company. Lori's books focus on generating extraordinary momentum in business and life. Her leadership services are delivered through business and performance coaching, leading peer groups, and consulting for M&A due diligence and turnarounds. Lori’s book, The Pivot: Orchestrating Extraordinary Business Momentum, presents an effective methodology for anyone aspiring to be a powerful leader in this unprecedented twenty first century global economic reality. Her newest book, Pivot to Clarity, is your guide to being clear, so that your bold vision and strategy can be brilliantly executed.
Please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts!
Check out Shopify at www.shopify.com/hci.
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 592296) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 5.00 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 11, 2023 • 25min
S42E19 - The Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color, with Errol Pierre
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Errol Pierre about his book, The Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color.
Errol Pierre (https://www.linkedin.com/in/errollpierre/) is the Senior Vice President of State Programs at Healthfirst Inc., the largest nonprofit health plan in New York. He manages their Medicaid and Long-Term Care business unit representing over $8 billion dollars in annual revenue and close to 500 people and operations at more than 24 community offices across New York City, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley region. Pierre was previously COO at Empire BlueCross BlueShield. He is an in-demand speaker on leadership, diversity, and healthcare and has addressed hundreds of audiences including the National Urban League for Young Professionals, 100 Black Men, and Fordham University.
Please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts!
Check out Shopify at www.shopify.com/hci.
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 592296) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 5.00 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
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Jan 10, 2023 • 26min
S42E18 - Impactful Executive Coaching, with Kevin Kepple
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Kevin Kepple about impactful executive coaching.
Kevin Kepple (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinkepple/) is an Executive Coach & Host of the Unlock Your Freedom Podcast.
Please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts!
Check out Shopify at www.shopify.com/hci.
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 592296) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 5.00 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 9, 2023 • 27min
S42E17 - How to Make an Impact and be Heard Every Time You Share a Message, with Chloe Oestreich
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Chloe Oestreich about how to make an impact and be heard every time you share a message.
Chloe Oestreich (https://www.linkedin.com/in/developmentalexecutivecoach/) is an executive coach, consultant and speaker. She works with leading organisations and coaches CEOs globally from Fortune 500 companies on how to be heard, lead with impact, and communicate effectively. As a consultant, Chloé equips leaders with the tools and techniques to develop a more authentic executive presence and inner confidence. As an executive coach, Chloé sees her role in empowering and stretching individuals to step into self-leadership, so they can create dynamic and healthy cultures, foster innovation and gain greater self-awareness to create meaningful action.
Please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts!
Check out Shopify at www.shopify.com/hci.
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 592296) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
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Jan 6, 2023 • 28min
S42E16 - The Fable: Life on Your Terms, with Kris Kluver
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Kris Kluver about his book, The Fable: Life on Your Terms.
Kris Kluver is a dedicated speaker, facilitator, advisor, seasoned entrepreneur, and bestselling author of The Aspiring Solopreneur: Your Business Start-Up Bible as well as The Fable: Life on Your Terms, part of the Defining What’s Next series. He has helped thousands of individuals, couples, and organizations find balance and achieve more than they ever thought possible using simple tools, candid facilitation, and unique stories. Kris empowers others to achieve success through real-life examples, stories and analogies. Understanding that everyone is in one of four stages of life; Stabilize, Visualize, Strategize or Execute, Kris meets people where they are at by integrating his extensive business strategy experience with proven tools and a fun attitude.
Please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts!
Check out Shopify at www.shopify.com/hci.
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 592296) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 5, 2023 • 25min
S42E15 - A Shifting Approach to Employee Learning and Development, with Tami Wolownik and Christine Laster
In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tami Wolownik and Christine Laster about a shifting approach to employee learning and development.
Tami Wolownik (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tami-wolownik-89b52a2/) is Siemens Mobility’s Head of People and Organization.
Christine Laster, Siemens Mobility’s HR Director
Please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts!
Check out Shopify at www.shopify.com/hci.
Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work!
Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership.
Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership.
Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine.
Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 592296) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


