Your Brain at Work
Neuroleadership Institute
In organizations around the world, leaders are facing a deluge of urgent issues: a crisis in employee engagement, the need to make workforces more diverse, and the challenge of making workplaces feel human in an era of increasing dependence on technology and remote communication.
At the NeuroLeadership Institute, we believe brain science can help provide solutions. Join us on Your Brain At Work, the official podcast of the NeuroLeadership Institute — where top researchers and thought leaders share breakthroughs in brain science and industry leaders reveal the strategies behind their success.
By helping them understand how the brain works, we equip leaders with the tools to transform their organizations — building new habits and changing how people work, communicate, and make decisions. Combining research and practice, brain science and business leadership, Your Brain at Work explores how insights from the lab can provide solutions that work across industries and at any scale.
Season 1 guests include broadcast journalist Soledad O’Brien; Dean Carter, Director of Human Resources, Finance, Legal, Shared Services at Patagonia; Deb Bubb, Vice President of Learning and Inclusion at IBM; and FD Wilder, Senior Vice President of Go-To-Market Strategy and Innovation at Procter & Gamble.
Your Brain At Work. Helping make organizations more human.
At the NeuroLeadership Institute, we believe brain science can help provide solutions. Join us on Your Brain At Work, the official podcast of the NeuroLeadership Institute — where top researchers and thought leaders share breakthroughs in brain science and industry leaders reveal the strategies behind their success.
By helping them understand how the brain works, we equip leaders with the tools to transform their organizations — building new habits and changing how people work, communicate, and make decisions. Combining research and practice, brain science and business leadership, Your Brain at Work explores how insights from the lab can provide solutions that work across industries and at any scale.
Season 1 guests include broadcast journalist Soledad O’Brien; Dean Carter, Director of Human Resources, Finance, Legal, Shared Services at Patagonia; Deb Bubb, Vice President of Learning and Inclusion at IBM; and FD Wilder, Senior Vice President of Go-To-Market Strategy and Innovation at Procter & Gamble.
Your Brain At Work. Helping make organizations more human.
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Apr 15, 2024 • 55min
The Neuroscience of Habit Activation: From LMS, to LXP, to HAP
Neuroscience expert Dr. David Rock discusses scaling learning, leadership development, and the evolution of enterprise learning experiences with Dr. Emma Sarro. They explore the challenges in leadership development, the impact of AI integration, and the importance of building habits and relationships for long-term success. The podcast also introduces Niles, an AI brain assistant, and discusses the effectiveness of the Habit Activation Platform (HAP) in enhancing learning efficacy.
Apr 15, 2024 • 24min
Minisode: DE(A)I Part I: Mitigating Bias in Technology Adoption
The podcast discusses the impact of bias on AI technology from a DEI perspective, exploring generative and predictive AI. It also covers the collaboration between human creativity and machine learning in solving challenges. The pervasiveness of AI in daily life, including AI assistants like Google Home and Alexa, is highlighted. The urgent need to address bias in AI systems for fair technological advancements is emphasized, along with the value of diverse perspectives in reducing bias in technology adoption.
Apr 5, 2024 • 59min
Reinventing Performance Management for Today's Corporate Landscape
From building habits that support a workplace based on healthy, continuous feedback to fostering a culture that embraces it, join Dr. Emma Sarro and Dr. David Rock to uncover why performance management needs reinvention and how to make it happen.
Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your leadership game and unlock the full potential of your brain at work. We hope you’ll tune in and join the conversation.
Mar 29, 2024 • 1h 2min
Leadership Development Fundamentals: The Neuroscience of Feedback
On the next episode of Your Brain at Work Live, discover how fostering a culture of feedback is key to continuous growth, high performance and organizational effectiveness.
Dr. David Rock and Dr. Emma Sarro will illustrate how feedback practices have evolved at over the years, and point to a fundamental truth: feedback fuels high-quality conversations, boosts engagement, and improves cognitive capacity for individuals and teams alike. It's a must-have skill for leaders at every level — and we'll show you how to cultivate it at scale.
Mar 22, 2024 • 53min
Why Delegation is So Hard, and How to Get it Right
Explore the challenges of effective delegation faced by managers, from micromanagement to fear of failure. Learn brain-based strategies to empower teams and promote strategic thinking. Dive into the importance of vision thinking, strategic planning, and accountability in delegation. Discover the link between accountability, communication, and psychological safety in leadership roles.
Mar 22, 2024 • 59min
Examining Inclusive Leadership - Women's History Month
How does cognitive bias impact leadership development opportunities across lines of gender, race and identity? What might we lose when habits of inclusion are left out of the leadership pipeline conversation?
On this episode of Your Brain at Work Live, NLI’s expert faculty dives into the surprising positive impact inclusive leadership practices can afford.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 56min
Accountability V.S. Psychological Safety with Dr. Amy Edmondson
Dr. Amy Edmondson and Dr. David Rock debate the balance between accountability and psychological safety in organizations, exploring the impact on teamwork, decision-making, and individual growth. They discuss the importance of creating a work environment that encourages open communication, fosters a growth mindset, and promotes effective leadership through neuro-intelligent approaches.
Mar 13, 2024 • 56min
Leadership Essentials Pt. III: The Neuroscience of Driving Results
Learn about essential skills for modern leaders such as open communication and quick decision-making based on neuroscience. Explore the shift from punitive to empowered accountability in leadership and the balance between vision and planning for professional development. Discover the launch of 'Lead': A Neuro-Intelligent Platform for Leadership Development.
Mar 8, 2024 • 59min
Why Driving Culture Change is Like Building a House: The Art and Science of Architecting Human Change
Experienced architects can read blueprints and know immediately if the building design will work.
Leaders must master this same skill when it comes to their culture change, leadership principles and team development.
On the next episode of "Your Brain at Work LIVE", Dr. David Rock joins Rachel Cardero as they explore three key concepts that will help leaders to master the art and science of culture transformation.
Mar 6, 2024 • 43min
Leadership Essentials: The Science of Team Motivation
Explore the impact of emotional regulation on leadership success, enhancing communication skills, managing diverse team members using the SCARF model, utilizing AI coach Niles for feedback, and fostering accountability within teams. Learn about the new leadership program, LEAD, focusing on effective leadership skills.
