Eat Sleep Work Repeat - better workplace culture

Jerry Ting, the founder of Evisort and a senior leader at Workday, along with Angelique de Vries Schipperijn, EMEA president for Workday, dive into the transformative potential of AI in the workplace. They discuss its impact on efficiency in industries like banking and talent management. The duo emphasizes the importance of responsible AI adoption and highlights the generational shift towards tech-savviness in the workforce. Their insights reveal a disparity in global AI adoption, motivating listeners to embrace a proactive approach to integrate AI into their organizations.

In a deep dive into AI's role in work culture, Alexia Cambon, Head of Research at Microsoft, shares groundbreaking insights from the Work Trend Index Annual Report. She discusses how AI integration can double productivity, akin to having an extra team member. Alexia also highlights the emergence of new workplace roles, like 'agent bosses,' and the need for human oversight as digital labor evolves. With fascinating case studies and reflections on navigating interruptions, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone curious about the future of work.

Howard Lerman, serial entrepreneur and founder of Roam, builds virtual HQs to recreate in-person spontaneity. He talks about eliminating recurring meetings and protecting sparse calendars. He explains Roam’s map-like office design, theater features, and AI tools that speed short, ad-hoc collaboration. The conversation imagines how AI and design will reshape how distributed teams work.

When Zach Mercurio’s new book, The Power of Mattering, arrived on my desk I devoured it. It’s the most essential book about workplace culture that I’ve read in a couple of years.Read a full transcript and notes on the website.Read more : Wall Street Journal: The Power of Mattering at WorkOrder the book: The Power of MatteringSign up to the Make Work Better newsletter or check out the best ever episodes at the website.Eat Sleep Work Repeat is made and hosted by Bruce Daisley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tamara Myles, a leadership professor at Boston College, and Wes Adams, CEO of SV Consulting Group, unpack the concept of meaningful work in this engaging discussion. They explore how a genuine sense of community, contribution, and challenge enhances workplace culture. The duo emphasizes the importance of leadership in fostering relationships, tackling burnout through support, and ensuring career growth paths to improve retention. They also touch on the vital role values play in hiring, creating a more meaningful and fulfilled work environment.

Psychologists Dr. Patricia Grabarek and Dr. Katina Sawyer, co-authors of 'Leading for Wellness', discuss how managers can foster a healthier workplace culture. They emphasize the need for leaders to address burnout and promote gratitude to enhance employee well-being. The duo highlights different management styles that cater to diverse work preferences, urging leaders to cultivate supportive environments. They believe strong leadership is key to driving grassroots cultural change and improving team dynamics, ultimately boosting job satisfaction and productivity.

Andrew Brodsky, a management professor at the University of Texas at Austin, delves into the nuances of workplace communication. He shares insights on managing communication overload and how to effectively connect with colleagues amid a bulging inbox. Highlighting the rise of virtual communication, he discusses the challenges of video conferencing and explores the innovative approaches of companies like Shopify and Netflix. Brodsky also emphasizes the importance of mindful communication practices and introduces his upcoming book, 'Ping,' as a guide to mastering effective messaging.

Interested in how skills could enhance your business? Check out the short film I made with the Department for Education.Sign up for the newsletterToday's episode is an Avengers Assembled of podcasts about work. I join host Helen Tupper and Sarah Ellis from the Squiggly Careers podcast, as well as Isabel Berwick from the FT's Working It and Jimmy McCloughlin from Jimmy's Jobs.We talk AI, asking payrises, RTO and much more.Sign up to the Make Work Better newsletter or check out the best ever episodes at the website.Eat Sleep Work Repeat is made and hosted by Bruce Daisley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Morris, a behavioral scientist at Columbia University and author of the award-nominated book 'Tribal', shares fascinating insights into building cohesive teams. He discusses the importance of peer, hero, and ancestor codes that bond individuals within groups. Morris explores how cultural backgrounds influence workplace dynamics and collaboration. He highlights the significance of storytelling and in-person interactions for team unity, drawing on examples from organizations like Harley-Davidson. His strategies provide a roadmap for fostering strong, engaged teams.

Karthik Ramanna, a Professor at Oxford's Blavatnik School of Government and author of 'The Age of Outrage,' discusses the rise of employee outrage in today's workplaces. He explores how political events can spark activism and emphasizes the need for empathetic leadership. Key strategies for managing outrage, including proactive engagement and establishing listening communities, are shared. Ramanna highlights the critical importance of transparent communication and the challenges that come with digital interactions in a polarized environment.