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Join LinkedIn’s Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth as he pulls back the curtain on how the world’s most dynamic leaders think, lead, and build. Going beyond titles and buzzwords, This Is Working uncovers the human stories behind high-impact leadership. These are the thoughtleaders and changemakers who are reshaping industries: from tacos to tech, AI to alcohol-free beer, fashion to finance. You’ll hear from guests like Jamie Dimon on rethinking talent, Chuck Robbins on leading through transformation, and Dr. Fei-Fei Li on the human side of AI. Tune in every other week for candid conversations on what’s working at work, and what’s yet to come.
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Dec 14, 2023 • 12min
This is Quick: Drew Scott on honing your natural talent
Earlier this week, we put one of the Property Brothers, Jonathan Scott, in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how they work. Today, we welcome his brother Drew Scott.Drew shares his thoughts on loyalty, punctuality, and the power in understanding yourself and the way you work. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag, #ThisIsWorking.Follow HGTV, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

Dec 12, 2023 • 9min
This is Quick: How Property Brother Jonathan Scott maximizes productivity
This week, we put both of the Property Brothers in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how they work. First up, in this episode: Jonathan Scott.Jonathan shares the unusual item he carries with him everywhere (even into our studios), his methodology for ruthless productivity, and how a lesson from his first mentor, a magician, set the stage for his future ethos and success.Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag, #ThisIsWorking.Follow HGTV, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

Dec 7, 2023 • 29min
How the Property Brothers built and flipped their way to success
The Property Brothers, successful entrepreneurs beyond their HGTV fame, discuss working smarter, finding joy in your career, building brands while maintaining integrity, and the value of authenticity and continuous learning.

Nov 30, 2023 • 14min
This is Quick: How Get Hired host Andrew Seaman helps job seekers succeed
This week, Andrew Seaman, Senior Managing Editor for Jobs & Career Development at LinkedIn News, and host of LinkedIn's job search podcast, "Get Hired," sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how he works.Andrew shares the bag that has him prepped for just about any situation, which newscasters he wrote to for early motivation (and what responses he got), and why he recommends pursuing contentment - not love - for job satisfaction.Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking.Follow Andrew Seaman, Nina Melendez, and Dan Roth on LinkedIn.Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter - you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.For actionable advice on landing your next job, subscribe to Andrew's Get Hired newsletter, and find his podcast wherever you listen.

Nov 23, 2023 • 33min
How Kellogg Dean Francesca Cornelli Teaches MBA Students Empathy
LinkedIn recently released its inaugural Top MBA list, a data-backed ranking of graduate business programs that lead to career growth. In the U.S., Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management ranked sixth. One factor that sets them apart is their focus on empathy as a teachable skill. In this episode, Nina and Dan highlight takeaways from Dan’s recent conversation with Francesca Cornelli, Dean of Kellogg. They discuss whether an MBA is worth the money, if companies can be empathetic, and how professionals can stay competitive in the face of rapidly changing technology.Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Spike Lee on the LinkedIn News Page and find LinkedIn’s Top MBA list here.You can share your thoughts via email at ThisisWorking@linkedin.com, or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking.Follow Dean Cornelli, Nina Melendez, and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

Nov 16, 2023 • 11min
This is Quick: Kellogg Dean Francesca Cornelli on the downside of stubbornness
Francesca Cornelli, Dean of the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, shares her journey to becoming a dean, struggles with procrastination, and the importance of clarity in one-on-one meetings. She emphasizes learning from career mistakes and following passion, while reflecting on the significance of self-criticism and belief in one's skills.

Nov 9, 2023 • 26min
How Spike Lee persevered to become one of our greatest directors
Last month, renowned director Spike Lee joined LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief Daniel Roth for a candid conversation on the set of LinkedIn's Talent Connect event in New York City. In this episode, Dan and Nina highlight takeaways from that conversation and share their own thoughts. They discuss barriers to entry in higher education, the role of ambition in crafting a successful career, and the power parents have to make (or more often break) their children's dreams.Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Spike Lee on the LinkedIn News Page.You can send us your thoughts via email to ThisisWorking@linkedin.com, or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking.Follow Nina Melendez and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

Nov 2, 2023 • 13min
This is Quick: How Hello Monday host Jessi Hempel turns ideas into actions
Jessi Hempel, LinkedIn Senior Editor-at-Large and host of Hello Monday, shares insights on work, finding passion, productivity habits, following curiosities, and career advice in this quick episode. She emphasizes the importance of exploration and starting without perfection, while discussing morning pages, mentorship, and one-on-one meetings.

Oct 26, 2023 • 14min
How Richard Branson turned dyslexia into a superpower
Today, LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth sits down with Sir Richard Branson to talk about how dyslexia has impacted his life and career.October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. The conversation around dyslexia has evolved significantly over the years, and opinions about dyslexia are beginning to change as scientists find that dyslexics don't just see words differently -- they see the world differently, leading to sought-after skills like creativity, problem solving, and leadership.While dyslexic thinking is emerging as a skill in its own right, with more than 20,000 LinkedIn members listing "dyslexic thinking" as a skill on their profile, research by LinkedIn and Made by Dyslexia reveals that the vast majority of US and UK dyslexics don't feel that their workplaces know their strengths and talents.Today, Sir Richard shares his story, his perspective, and his takeaways from crafting a remarkable life with dyslexia as one variable.Follow Richard Branson and Daniel Roth on LinkedIn.Join our This is Working community by subscribing to Dan’s newsletter and posting your thoughts on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisIsWorking.

Oct 24, 2023 • 10min
This is Quick: How IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva gets motivated
This week, Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the IMF, sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how she works. Kristalina shares the secret of lipstick as confidence builder, the band Queen as a motivating anchor, and the touching story of how a relative's illness pivoted her to a lifetime of service to our world.Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorkingFollow Kristalina Georgieva, the IMF, and Dan Roth on LinkedIn.Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter - you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.


