Join Jason Lauritsen for a captivating conversation with Josh Allan Dykstra, a Future of Work keynote speaker and CEO of The Work Revolution, as they demystify the interplay between artificial intelligence and the human workplace.

In this episode, Jason and Josh explore the evolving landscape of AI in the workplace, uncovering its impact on organizational culture and HR practices. They also discuss three key insights that help leaders understand AI in a way that deepens their appreciation for the diversity and beauty of being human.

Key highlights from the conversation include:

👉 Understanding why AI anxiety is normal and how familiarity with how it works can ease fears.

👉 The importance of distinguishing between AI's capacity as a Large Language Model and the multifaceted intelligence of humans.

👉 Learn practical ways to use AI as a tool to enhance, rather than replace human connection in organizations.

👉 Recognizing the role of psychological safety in AI adoption and how AI makes it even more important to build a workplace built on trust.

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Join Jason for an enlightening episode as he sits down with Maggie Gough, Chief Operating Officer at Bright Arrow.

In this episode, Jason and Maggie discuss the evolving challenges of leadership in today's uncertain landscape. Maggie shares some of the challenges their CEO clients are facing today and how they are coaching them to cultivate clarity, stability, and resilience within their organizations.

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉 Navigating extreme uncertainty starts with leaders processing emotions privately to maintain calm and focus with their teams.

👉 Frequent strategy shifts are often necessary, but leaders must pace changes to avoid team burnout.

👉 Having a trusted coach or mentor helps leaders handle their emotional and strategic processes away from the eyes of their teams.

👉 Importance of building and sustaining trusted relationships within teams, pre-crisis, as these bonds serve as bedrock during tough times.

👉 Sometimes crises can actually serve as a turning point to build trust and stronger relationships within dysfunctional teams.

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Join Jason in an insightful conversation with Erin Corr Miller, the Chief People Officer at Terra Dotta.

In this episode, Erin shares her approach to taking on an under-developed HR function in need of reputation repair and how she's rebuilt trust with the organization. This episode delves into practical strategies for creating effective HR processes that employees accept and embrace, which emphasizes the need for clear performance expectations, feedback loops, and innovative employee connection initiatives.

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉 Practical strategies for building trust and transparency in the workplace, ensuring employees feel heard and valued.

👉 Establishing clear job descriptions and performance expectations helps employees understand what success looks like in their roles, which in turn boosts their performance.

👉 Innovative approaches to employee engagement, including the use of Donut AI for fostering connections in remote teams.

👉 Insights on avoiding burnout by setting clear priorities and boundaries within the organization.

👉 An inspiring vision of the future of work including the potential of a four-day workweek for knowledge workers and the need for job crafting to leverage individual strengths.

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Website: https://www.terradotta.com/

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Join Jason for an inspiring conversation with Greg Pryor, the Co-founder at Connected Commons.

In this episode, Greg explains the powerful applications of social network science to fuel organizational success and employee engagement. Greg shares strategies for leveraging Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) to improve onboarding, accelerate career growth, and enhance overall workplace culture.

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉 Practical strategies for using Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) to build meaningful workplace connections and accelerate employee success.

👉 Focusing on building intentional, purpose-driven relationships that deliver specific relational benefits, rather than simply expanding one's network.

👉 The crucial role of engaged and aware managers in identifying key connections and facilitating introductions to amplify the success of new hires.

👉 Overcoming the challenges of collaboration overload and how to manage time effectively to foster valuable connections.

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Website: connectedcommons.com

Forthcoming Book: The Social Capital Imperative: Revealing, Developing, and Leveraging Organizational Networks by Greg Pryor and Kristin Cullen-Lester, commissioned by SIOP, features insights from 50 experts.

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Join Jason for an enlightening conversation with Steph Ryter, Creative Culture Leader at Arity, as they discuss how to intentionally build a culture of connection.

In this episode, Steph shares her journey from television news to shaping organizational culture at Arity. With her unique perspective, Steph has used innovative methods for building employee engagement and human connections, especially in a remote-first environment. She shares specific practices that have had a profound impact on Arity's culture including "culture connections" and "Learn Day."

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉 Discover how a simple 25-minute "culture connection" call can enhance employee engagement and build a sense of belonging.

👉 Learn about 'Learn Day' and how themed presentations can build a learning community and create strong bonds among remote employees.

👉 Emphasizing innovation and balance: Explore the balance of innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being as core values that drive Arity’s dynamic culture.

👉 Steph shares a hopeful vision for AI to handle administrative tasks, thus allowing leaders to focus on meaningful human connections and strategic insights.

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Join Jason in an insightful conversation with Sarika Lamont, the Vice President of People and Culture at Vidyard.

Sarika delves deep into the nuances of career growth, management challenges, and the critical role HR plays in shaping today's workforce. Sarika also highlights the concept of job architecture and emphasizes how structuring roles and career paths is crucial for organizational success and employee development.

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉 The importance of defining clear role expectations and responsibilities, providing employees with the guidance they need to advance in their careers.

👉 The foundational role of job architecture and compensation in creating structured, clear career paths that support both individual contributors and managers.

👉 How job architecture provides a roadmap, detailing how employees can advance in their careers with defined roles, responsibilities, and pathways for promotion.

👉 Utilizing AI to manage administrative tasks, allowing HR to focus on strategic planning and enhancing job architecture to serve the organization better.

👉 Promoting transparency, equity, and ongoing learning within HR to support fair and inclusive workplaces.

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Join Jason for an inspiring conversation with Rebecca Weaver, the founder and CEO at HRuprise and a seasoned veteran of multiple HR leadership roles throughout her career.

Rebecca delved into innovative workplace practices and the quest for meaningful work. Rebecca also shares her unique experiences from her time with the Downtown Project and the challenges encountered in implementing Holacracy.

Rebecca and Jason explore the allure and traps of management trends and best practices and offer advice on how to approach them effectively to ensure results.

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉 The transformative approach of blending work and life, to build a highly integrated and fulfilling lifestyle.

👉 Explore "Holacracy" as an example of a management fad to learn how to trust your instincts in sorting for what works and what doesn't as an HR leader

👉 The importance of connecting employees to the meaning behind their work, making it easier to cultivate engagement and fulfillment.

👉 The need for leadership even in self-managed teams, emphasizing the role of leaders who can guide prioritization and resolve conflicts within new structures.

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Website: https://hruprise.com/

Email: us@hruprise.com

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Join Jason and his daughter, Bailey, as they reflect on work experiences, generational perspectives, and tips for starting the new year right.

In this special holiday episode of Check-In with Jason Lauritsen, Bailey reflects on her experiences as a working teenager and explores how she thinks her generation might impact the future workforce. She also underscores the significance of tapping into a wider array of experiences to continually push the boundaries of what's possible for a team.

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉The importance of building strong coworker relationships for happiness and engagement.

👉 How aligning roles with skills and aspirations, providing benefits, and a supportive culture is key for a good job

👉 Utilizing social platforms and professional networks to apply broad experiences to current challenges.

👉 Staying informed and open to new ideas to cultivate a culture of continuous learning and growth.

👉 BONUS: Jason shares his top tips to set yourself up for an amazing 2025.

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