The Workplace Wonderers: Workplace Lessons from Experts

Power of the People w/ Annie Laing

Delve into the dynamics of #followership on the latest episode of 'The #Workplace Wonderer: Lessons from the Experts.' 
Join host Blake Cohen and special guest Annie Laing, a Leadership and #Organizational #Expert, as they unravel the significance of followership in organizational settings. 
From defining followership to #exploring its #impact on #employee #behavior and leader-follower relationships, this episode offers valuable #insights into the power of understanding followership for #effective #leadership. 
Tune in for an #enlightening discussion that sheds light on the vital role followers play in shaping workplace dynamics.
To find Annie go to:
https://www.themindedspaces.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-laing-60571670/
To follow Blake:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakecohencap
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Leading with Heart w/ Klifton Fehr

Embark on a profound exploration of authentic leadership in the newest episode of 'The Workplace Wonderer: Lessons from the Experts.' Hosted by Blake Cohen, this episode features the expertise of Klifton Fehr, LMHC, an Organizational and Leadership Coach.
Together, they unravel the intricacies of fostering an authentic workplace environment, delving into what it truly means to lead with heart. In this insightful conversation, discover the transformative power of bringing curiosity to every coaching and consulting situation. Klifton shares wisdom on bringing out the best in others by embracing our authentic selves and employing a coaching style centered on inquiry rather than directives.
The discussion extends to the ethical dimensions of coaching, emphasizing the importance of making recommendations grounded in a deeper understanding of the underlying issues.
Tune in for a comprehensive exploration of authentic leadership, where actionable insights and thought-provoking discussions pave the way for creating workplaces that thrive on genuine connections and ethical guidance.
Don't miss this enriching episode on 'The Workplace Wonderer.'
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Organizational Trauma W/ Dimple Dhabalia

🌟 Join us on "The Workplace Wonderer: Lessons from the Experts" as we delve into the profound topic of Organization Trauma with the incredible Dimple Dhabalia, writer, human-centered leadership coach, and founder of Roots in the Clouds.
🌱 Discover the transformative journey from vicarious trauma to holistic healing, as Dimple shares her expertise at the intersection of generational trauma and moral injury within helping professions.
🚀 Don't miss this insightful episode exploring mindful performance, positive psychology, and human-centered leadership.
🎙️ Tune in for a conversation that transcends workplace challenges and embraces the power of putting the "human" back into humanitarian work. ✨
More about Dimple Dhabalia: Dimple Dhabalia is a writer, human-centered leadership and story-healing coach, and founder of Roots in the Clouds. Using her personal experiences with vicarious trauma, moral injury, and compassion fatigue stemming from almost two decades of working in service of asylum seekers and refugees as a catalyst, Dimple launched Roots in the Clouds in 2021 with a personal mission of putting the “human” back into humanitarian work. Today, her cutting-edge work explores the intersection of generational trauma and moral injury within the context of helping professions and supports a holistic approach to addressing individual and organizational trauma using principles of mindful performance, positive psychology, and human-centered leadership. Dimple is the creator and host of two human-centered leadership and workplace culture podcasts, Service Without Sacrifice and What Would Ted Lasso Do?, and her new book, Tell Me My Story–Challenging the Narrative of Service Before Self (Ambikia Media, 2024) is a message of hope, and a map to healing for all those working in service of others. You can connect with Dimple @dimpstory on Instagram and LinkedIn and follow her writing on Substack at dear humanitarian.
Links:
Her Company: https://www.rootsintheclouds.com
Her Podcasts: https://pod.link/1720788849 https://pod.link/1620229368
Pre-order her book: https://www.rootsintheclouds.com/tmms
CONNECT WITH BLAKE:   / blakecohencap  
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Foraging for the Authentic Leader Within W/ Anthony Meek

Anthony Meek joins the podcast as our first repeat guest to discuss what it takes to actually become an authentic leader.
Anthony explains the road of introspection and the work required of us as we search to better serve our teams, communities, families, and beyond.
We dive into understanding our own biases, learning emotional control, and developing an understanding of how Authentic Leadership is not really about the leader...it's about the followers. 
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Creating an Ownership Culture W/ Niki Avraam

Join Niki Avraam and me on an episode of the Workplace Wonderer: Lessons From The Experts Series to discuss Creating an Ownership Culture.About Niki Avraam:Nikki is a legal entrepreneur pioneering a new leadership and workplace transformation era through speaking and business advice. With a legacy in employment and discrimination law, She has litigated numerous high-profile cases and founded Howat Avraam Solicitors. Her unconventional thinking has driven her to challenge the status quo in any industry. She believes that when others foster a sense of ownership in their roles, they evolve into architects of their careers, leading organizations to thrive.
Niki teaches us what is an Ownership Culture, how to learn to prefer discomfort, and how to embrace the unpredictable.
We hope you enjoy this week's episode of the Workplace Wonderer!
Learn more about Niki and/or connect with her at:
https://Nikiavraam.com
Want to learn what Blake is up to? You'll have to wait as his new venture relating to Leadership and Organizational Development is getting a facelift!

Substance Misuse & Employees W/ Cheryl Brown Merriweather

Join Cheryl Brown Merriwether and I on the Workplace Wonderer: Lessons From The Experts Series on the topic " Substance Use/Misuse & Employees."About Cheryl Brown Merriwether:Cheryl is the VP and Executive Director at ICARE International Center for Addiction and Recovery Education, a division of NET Institute that provides addiction awareness, prevention, and related solutions to businesses and individuals. She has over 25 years of experience as an HR Strategic Business Partner, Addiction Recovery Professional, and Adult Educator, working across various industries and sectors in the US and internationally.
This episode dives into topics relating to creating a recovery-friendly workplace, how to do team building without having alcohol involved, and how to approach an employee who may be struggling with a substance use disorder.
Learn more about ICARE at: www.icare-aware.org
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Collaborative Cultures W/ Mary Polanco

Join Mary Polanco, MSSL, and me for this week's episode of the Workplace Wonderer: Lessons From The Experts Series on Creating Effective Collaborative Cultures.About Mary Polanco:Mary Polanco is a retired Air Force Veteran, Author, experienced leadership trainer and curriculum developer. Her expertise in leadership and personal growth is evident through her hands-on approach through individualized workshops and personal one-on-one instruction.
Mary's book "The Final Debrief" is available now!
Here's how to find her and her book!
Website: https://www.liveandleadwell.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-polanco-mssl-32a1a5176/
Book Link: https://www.liveandleadwell.org/your-final-debrief-launch

Recruiting and Retaining Diversity w/ Andrea Parker

Join Andrea Parker and I on the Workplace Wonderer: Lessons From The Experts Series on the topic "Recruiting & Retaining Diversity." About Andrea Parker: Andrea Parker began her career as a teacher in international education. Andrea has taught English Language Learners in Elementary, Middle, and High School and developed and managed teacher training and professional development in the areas of SEL, Language Acquisition, and Learning Ecosystems. Currently, Andrea is working to create transformational learning experiences for adults, that lie at the intersection of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging and Organizational Change. Andrea is trained as an “Immunity to Change” Coach and is the author of “A Letter to My Children”, in “Leading Educational Change During a Pandemic”
Diversity is a powerful force in creative innovation processes, fostering inclusive workplaces, and forging psychological safety.
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The Alcohol and Workplace Cocktail W/ Heather Lowe

Join us on this episode of The Workplace Wonderer in which we sit down to have a conversation with the charming, Heather Lowe!
Heather Lowe is the President and Founder of Ditched the Drink, a wellness company whose mission is to help professionals evaluate their relationship with alcohol to align with their highest, healthiest selves to do their greatest good. Heather has a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Professional Human Resources Certificate, Yale University Certificate of Wellbeing, is a certified Life Coach and Certified Professional Recovery Coach. Heather offers private, online, digital classes, personalized coaching support, and corporate wellness consulting. Heather partners with the International Center for Addiction and Recovery Education as the Director of Sales and Marketing for Consumer Products where she recruits and mentors new coaches, develops content, and facilitates corporate training. Heather is a content creator, writer, and speaker. She has been featured in Thrive Global, Corporate Wellness Magazine, The Fix, Recovery Today Magazine, and Recovery Happy Hour. For more resources subscribe to www.ditchedthedrink.com, and follow Ditched the Drink on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest.
Does alcohol belong in the workplace? What does a recovery friendly workplace look like? What team-building events can you do that don't revolve around alcohol? Learn it all on this week's episode of your favorite podcast, The Workplace Wonderer!
Reach out to Blake @ https://NextLevelRecoveryAssociates.com

Mental Health & Law Firms W/ Brian Cuban

Welcome back to another episode of the Workplace Wonderer!
This week's guest is the, one and only, Brian Cuban!
Brian Cuban, the younger brother of Dallas Mavericks owner and entrepreneur Mark Cuban, is a Dallas-based attorney, author and addiction recovery advocate. He is a graduate of Penn State University and The University of Pittsburgh School of Law. Brian has been in long-term recovery from alcohol, cocaine and bulimia since April of 2007.  He currently resides in Dallas with his wife and two cats.
Join us as Brian discusses his own personal journey of overcoming mental health concerns and substance use disorders, shares on the culture of law firms as it pertains to mental health, and what the future of mental health in the law field might look like!
Learn more about Brian at BrianCuban.com
Want to learn more about Blake's work:
https://NextLevelRecoveryAssociates.com
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