The Workplace Wonderer: Workplace Lessons from Experts

Cultural Competency w/ Vanina Hochman, LMFT

This week's episode of the Workplace Wonderer: Lessons from the Experts is an important one. Our guest is Vanina Hochman, Licensed Therapist and Family Ambassador for Family First Adolescent Services.
The topic we discuss is Cultural Competency. Get ready to enjoy a lively conversation between friends as we delve into the intricacies of becoming more culturally competent.
We'll explore how to enhance our ability to relate to others through self-work, share lessons from our own mistakes, and much more! Whether you're a professional in the behavioral health industry, corporate sector, or simply someone striving to be a better human being, this episode is tailored to meet your needs!
Vanina Hochman, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, earned her degree in Psychology at the University of Florida and Master’s in Science from Nova Southeastern University after completing her internship at the Brief Therapy Institute and the STEPS program at Memorial Regional Hospital, an intensive inpatient adolescent substance abuse treatment program. In the last five years, Vanina expanded her role to clinical outreach and business development, where she can provide education on addiction and mental health treatment and her passion for culturally competent mental healthcare, and help bring quality treatment to individuals and families dealing with the disease. Vanina currently serves as Family Ambassador for Family First Adolescent Services. She is bilingual and fluent in Spanish, which has become an important tool in her success in accessing and treating a diverse population in the South Florida area. Although a native of Buenos Aires, Argentina, Vanina resides in South Florida with her husband and twin children.
To learn more about Family First Adolescent Services:
https://familyfirstas.com
To follow Vanina on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanina-hochman-ma-lmft/
To Find and/or Hire Blake, find him on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakecohenmscap/
#Work #Culture #HR #Culturalcompetence #Workplace #PsychologicalSafety #Management #Safe #Respect #Trust #Relationships

Burnout and Being Boundaryless w/ Marc Kantor

Everything in life has a cost, but sacrificing our self for a job sure is expensive! Today, we're joined by Marc Kantor, Founding Partner and Corporate Director of Versa Pointe, to discuss the dangers of burnout and being boundaryless when it comes to work.
This discussion is not about shying away from hard work, but about understanding the fine line between dedication and burnout, a topic that resonates with all of us striving for a healthy work-life balance. Marc offers us insights, personal anecdotes, and methods to avoid burning out for our work while also being a top performer at our jobs.
Marc's triumph over addiction ignited a passion to assist others on their recovery journey. Transitioning his career in 2014, Marc trained intensively to become a Certified Intervention Professional (CIP). By 2018, he felt a resounding call to dedicate himself fully to the cause, leading him to found South Florida Intervention. This initiative aims to provide personalized solutions for those grappling with the consequences of addiction. Since its inception, Marc's compassionate approach has transformed countless lives, bridging the gap between hopelessness and a life of purpose. Marc is now currently one of the founding partners of Versa Pointe, an Executive Addiction Recovery program located in Jupiter, Fl, and dedicates his life to the service of others.
To find Marc on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-kantor-8154512/
To learn more about Versa Pointe:
https://www.versapointe.com
To engage directly with Blake:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakecohenmscap/
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Leadership in Behavioral Healthcare w/ Jamie Bassos

How are behavioral health organizations different than other industries? Do they require a different type of leadership? Do employees who work in mental health treatment need more attention if they wish to have long and successful careers? We think so!
Welcome to another episode of the Workplace Wonderer: Lessons from the Experts! In today's episode, we are joined by a behavioral healthcare industry leader looking to change how leaders are developed in this field, Jamie Bassos!
Jamie Leigh Bassos, M.S., BCBA, is a seasoned behavior analyst with over 20 years of experience supporting infants, children, and families in classrooms, homes, and communities. She received specialized training at the New England Center for Children and currently serves as Vice President of Continuum Behavioral Health, focusing on leadership training and development for executive and leadership staff across the U.S.
She is also working towards certification as an executive coach and is dedicated to empowering individuals and teams to achieve peak performance and fulfillment. Based in South Florida with her husband and three children, Jamie is also deeply committed to personal wellness, often practicing yoga, hitting the gym, or running with her local club, Moms Run This Town.
We hope you enjoy this episode, where we discuss all things leadership, nerd out on some cool theories, and have an incredibly insightful conversation!
To find Jamie on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-bassos-m-s-bcba/
Follow her on Instagram @Lean_into_Leadership
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakecohenmscap/
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#work #behavioralhealthcare #career #business #businessowners #culture #workplace #hr #leadership

Conversations at work w/ Kara Kirby

Do our conversations at work affect our workplace's productivity, success, corporate culture, and morale? We think so!
On this episode of The Workplace Wonderer: Lessons from the Experts, our host, Blake Cohen, sits down with Leadership and Workplace expert Kara Kirby to explore the impact of conversations at work.
We discuss the implications of negativity, toxic behavior, approaching conversations with empathy and active listening, and then offer tips on how to improve the workplace through effective communication skills!
Kara Kirby is the founder of Insights Leadership Group and devotes her work life to studying how people can flourish in their professions (excellent team practices have to be in place). She has vast experience in the field of leadership development and facilitation.
To learn more about Kara's company, visit: https://insightslg.com
To follow her on LinkedIn:   / kara-kirby-46632711  
To connect with Blake on LinkedIn, go to:   / blakecohenmscap  
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Leaders and Trauma w/ Esin Pinarli, LCSW

It's not common for people to consider one's trauma when discussing leadership or workplace dynamics, but is that a mistake? We believe so!
Our past shapes who we are and how we show up in our jobs. Whether you are a leader, an employee, or just someone navigating our complicated world, understanding how your past influences your current behavior is a winning strategy.
This week's guest on the Workplace Wonderer is Esin Pinarli. Esin is a psychotherapist, licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and a Master’s Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP) specializing in IMAGO, brainspotting, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic practices, and psychodrama. Through an integrative experiential approach, she helps individuals, couples, and families suffering from anxiety, depression, addiction, codependency, trauma, dysfunctional family system dynamics, and relational attachment issues to navigate life's challenges so they can become fully alive, supported, and whole.
To find Esin on LinkedIn, go to:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/esin-pinarli-73ab1722/
To visit her website:
https://www.eternalwellnesscounseling.com
To find Blake on LinkedIn, go to:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakecohenmscap/
To hire Blake to assist in improving your organization's productivity, job satisfaction, and revenue through services related to company culture, team dynamics, navigating difficult conversations, emotional intelligence workshops, or more, shoot him a DM on LinkedIn or email him at Blake@BlakeEvanCohen.com

Can Employees be "poached?" w/ John Puls, LCSW

This week's episode of the Workplace Wonderer explores the concept of employees being poached by competitors. How should a leader react?
Does the leader's reaction affect the business? The way you work through the organizational issue may surprise you with how much it affects your corporate culture!
To follow Blake on LinkedIn or to hire him to help improve your workplace, go to:
  / blakecohenmscap  
To find this week's guest, John Puls from Full Life Comprehensive, go to: https://full-life-comprehensive-care.com
Or follow him on LinkedIn at:
  / john-puls-lcsw-mcap-1b700111a  
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Attract and Retain Top Talent w/ Richard Triggs

It's a #competitive world out there in the #CorporateLife!
On this week's episode of the #Workplace Wonderer, Richard Triggs joins us to offer his insights on how #Organizations can find their edge by attracting and retaining top talent!
Richard Triggs, founder of Arete Executive, one of Australia’s leading #executive #recruitment companies and has been featured in publications such as Fast Company and The Australian Financial Review.
Richard is also the author of the best-selling book, “Uncover the Hidden Job Market – how to find and win your next senior executive role” and is soon to release his second book “Winning the War for Talent – How to attract and retain top performers”. T
his important conversation is one you won't want to miss!
To find out more about Richard's company, go here: https://www.areteexecutive.com.au/team/richard-triggs/
To follow Richard on LinkedIn, go here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardtriggs/?originalSubdomain=au
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A Conversation with a Business Guru... I think?

This week's episode of the Workplace Wonderer: Lessons from the Experts, hosted by Blake Cohen, is not our usual style of episode.
Jonathan Peppers, or as he calls himself "Dr. Business" joined us for a conversation that gets off track pretty quickly.
"Dr. Business" is a self-proclaimed organizational guru who has some interesting ideas about leadership, workplace culture, perception, and beyond.
He and Blake end up not really getting along and exploring some of their difference of opinions in this week's episode of The Workplace Wonderer!
*Dr. Business is a corporate comedian for hire. Would you like to hire him for your next company retreat or event? Find me on LinkedIn, and let me know!

Leaders Embrace Change w/ Cristina Oliveri

Tune in to a transformative conversation on leadership and self-discovery in the latest episode of 'The Workplace Wonderer: Lessons from the Experts.' Hosted by Blake Cohen, this episode features special guest Cristina Oliveri, an Organizational and Leadership Expert.
Together, they delve into the complexities of career changes, emotional responses to change, and the importance of understanding ourselves to become better leaders.
From taking leaps of faith to navigating challenges during life transitions, this episode offers invaluable insights for personal and professional growth.
Join us as we explore the journey to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.
To find Cristina:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/crisoliveri/
https://www.changeworksconsultingllc.com/
To find Blake:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakecohenmscap/
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Mental Health Literacy w/ Laura Kunz

Explore the critical topic of mental health literacy in the workplace on the latest episode of 'The Workplace Wonderer: Lessons from the Experts.'
Join host Blake Cohen and special guest Laura Kunz, Vice President of Spirence Wellness, as they delve into strategies for fostering a supportive workplace culture.
From understanding mental health literacy to practicing active listening and empowering employees with purpose, this episode offers practical insights for enhancing mental well-being and productivity.
Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on creating inclusive and mentally healthy work environments.
For more information about Spirence Wellness, go to: https://spirencewellness.com
To follow Laura, check out:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-a-kunz/
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakecohenmscap/
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