For years, companies around the world have been embracing “people-first” philosophies: the simple idea that happier employees drive better results. Lately, however, that idea is becoming more complicated.

How can companies continue to put their people first, even while embracing artificial intelligence? How will AI impact workplace philosophies - and workplace culture - in the uncertain years ahead? 

We sit down with Rich Fernandez, a pyschologist, emotional intelligence expert, former member of Google's people team, and current CEO of SIY Global. We discuss the ongoing AI revolution, and how companies can maintain a people-first workplace, no matter what the future brings. 

While we all deal with conflict in our personal lives, we often go to great lengths to avoid it at work. But what if, in our efforts to avoid conflict in the workplace, we’re actually making things worse.

Today we sit down with Stefan Stojković, a renowned coach, speaker, and agile leadership expert, to discuss the concept of functional conflict. Stefan also shares some practical strategies for leaders who want to use disagreement and debate to build stronger, happier, and more resilient workplaces. 

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Hear from Stefan and some of the world's leading experts on organizational change at the 2023 Forward Summit!

"Transformation Treks: Human-Centered Leadership Journeys" will be held on 2 November, 2023.

Delve into the keys to success, invest in building human capabilities for lasting change, and uncover practical tips and real stories told by visionaries and trailblazers from all over the world. Be part of this extraordinary journey. 

Learn more and buy tickets now at https://fwd-summit.com/ 

LISTENER EXCLUSIVE: As a thank you to our listeners, we're offering the 'Happiness at Work' audience 10% OFF this year's Forward Summit. Just use code FOWARDPODCAST at checkout. 

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Learn more about Stefan and his work here: https://futurist.coach/

Connect with Stefan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefanstojkovic/

Transcripts and past episodes of 'Happiness at Work' can be found at: https://management30.com/ 

No one ever sets out to be a bad boss. And yet, the business world is full of them. The path to effective leadership is slippery, and the road to becoming a bad boss is often paved with good intentions.

Today we sit down with renowned leadership coach Rob Kalwarowsky to discuss what it really means to be a bad boss, and how toxic leadership can radically impact employees' lives, both in and out of the office. 

We also cover some strategies for dealing with a-hole bosses, and how to avoid becoming one in the first place. 

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Learn more about Rob and Elite High Performance here: www.elitehighperformance.com

Email Rob directly at Rob@elitehighperformance.com

Use the promo code HAPPINESSATWORK to save $50 on Rob's program at www.Howtodealboss.com 

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No matter where we are in our careers, or which industry we call our own, we’re all united by one simple goal: to find joy in the work we do. But there is no one definition for happiness at work. We all see it just a little bit differently. 

Today, we look at what happiness at work really means. We're joined by world renowned speaker, trainer, and Happitude at Work founder Aurelie Litynski to discuss how we can define happiness for ourselves, and some tangible strategies for improving workplace culture and building happier, more productive teams. 

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DOORS ARE OPEN FOR THE MANAGEMENT 3.0 COMMUNITY!

From now through 2 October, you can apply to be a member of the Management 3.0 Community.

As a member, you'll find the accountability, support, and tools you need to become the leader you want to be. Participate in exclusive live events and engage with inspiring, like-minded leaders from all over the world.  

LISTENER EXCLUSIVE: Mention the "Happiness at Work" podcast in your application and receive a 10% discount on your first yearly membership. 

Apply now at: https://management30.com/community

Act fast! Doors will close again on October 2, 2023.

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Learn more about Aurelie Litynski and connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aurelielitynski/

Learn more about Happitude at Work: https://happitudeatwork.com/ 

Find Aurelie on Instgram here: https://www.instagram.com/happitudeatwork/

For more happiness, visit: https://management30.com/ 

What do we really mean, when we talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion? Are they just corporate buzzwords? Are they opportunities for investment? Are they philosophies for recruitment or human resources? Or are they strategies for building happier, more welcoming, and more productive workplaces?

Today we sit down with Kyle Samuels, a sought-after consultant, founder, and CEO who believes that DEI can be all of those things. But, above all, he believes that they’re just good business.

Learn more about Kyle and his company, Creative Talent Endeavors, here: https://creativetalentendeavors.com/

 In a world where the pace of work feels as rapid as a cosmic voyage, thought leaders are pioneering solutions that defy convention. Today we unravel an unconventional gem: The unFIX model. Unlike traditional agile frameworks and self management approaches, unFIX introduces a paradigm focused on perpetual innovation and enhancing the human experience.

We sit down with Jurgen Appelo, a trailblazer in the world of organizational transformation and the visionary behind unFIX, who also happened to be our very first podcast guest back in 2016.

We discuss everything from organizational design and artificial intelligence to the power of personal habits, and how Appelo's views have changed over the last seven years. 

Learn more about Jurgen and the unFIX model here: https://unfix.com/

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For many businesses, culture is a “tomorrow” concern. When we grow, when we scale, when we reach a certain number of employees... then we’ll focus on our workplace. But what if your culture is the very thing holding you back from growth?

Today we speak with Zach Montroy, Founder and CEO at The Intention Collective, and a leadership coach with over 20 years of experience at the executive level. We discuss how businesses can build positive, productive, and brave workplaces, growing into the companies they want to be, when tomorrow finally arrives. 

Learn more about Zach and The Intention Collective here: https://intentioncollective.co/ 

The world has always moved pretty fast. Recently, however, it seems to be picking up speed.

Every time we adjust to a new way of working – or a new way of leading a team – a new, radical transformation appears on the horizon. Right now, it’s AI and the rise of the robots. Tomorrow? Who knows. 

Today we sit down with Doug Camplejohn, a renowned tech executive and startup advisor with more than two decades of experience working with companies like Microsoft, LinkedIn, and Salesforce. We discuss the AI revolution, the future of workplace culture, and how Doug's latest venture - Airspeed - is working to connect and celebrate employees in a digital world. 

Learn more about Doug and Airspeed here: https://b.link/hawpodcast

Whether at home or in the office, happiness is a personal thing. But are there any constants when it comes to happiness? What kinds of practices and activities seem to make everyone happy, regardless of where and how they work?

Today we sit down with Jessica Weiss, a speaker and consultant who has spent the last 15 years researching happiness, and working with companies including Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson, and American Express. We discuss what she’s learned about happiness at work, and the surprising commonalities shared by people who really, honestly, enjoy their jobs. 

Learn more about Jessica and find her recent TEDx Talk, titled “Happiness: An Inside Job," at: https://jessicaweiss.com/

*What leads to a happy life? What are the various ways to be happy? Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered the common thread: Happiness is something we create. It is not something to achieve. It is a path you choose, not a destination to arrive at.

So many of us spend our lives in pursuit of happiness. Instead of searching for it, we need to find ways to live it, embrace it, and implement it into our daily lives. That's why we created the 12 Steps to Happiness at Management 3.0.

You can find more information and even download a free poster of the 12 steps at: https://management30.com/practice/ 

For more happiness visit: https://management30.com/ 

What happens when people-first policies run up against the demands of a profit-centered world?

Is it unrealistic to believe that companies can value culture as highly as they value sales? Or is it fantasy?

Today we sit down with Catrin Lewis, a renowned author and workforce expert who has embraced that very idea. We discuss her work, her views on workplace culture, and her acclaimed books about unicorns, vultures, and the very real power of employee engagement.

Learn more about Catrin here: https://tenzing.pe/about-us/meet-the-team/catrin-lewis/

*Some companies call them "Hero Awards." Others call them "Hugs." We call them Kudos. It is a written and public recognition of a colleague for something they have contributed to the team.

A Kudo is not just given from the top down, but peer-to-peer and bottom-up, across departments and organizations. Anyone can recognize someone else's work. It's a way to break down hierarchical limitations and to encourage everyone to offer instant positive feedback.

In the Management 3.0 Web Shop, you can find a box with 400 colorful appreciation cards in eight different designs and in multiple languages. Browse now at www.management30.com/shop

For more happiness, visit https://management30.com

In the wake of the pandemic, many wondered if the radical workplace changes we saw would last, or if they would fade away as the world returned to normal. Now, three years on, we know for certain – many of these changes are here to stay.

Employees and organizations have new priorities, new values, and a stronger sense of what they’re looking for in a workplace. Workers want more freedom, more organizational trust, and fair benefits and compensation.

Today we chat with WriterArmy founder Sully Chaudhary, who has been embracing those ideals for the past decade, working to build a culture, an environment, and an engaging virtual office that allows team members to thrive from anywhere in the world.

Learn more about WriterArmy here: https://writerarmy.com/about/

In a post-pandemic world, workers want to retain their flexibility and have the best of both worlds: an office to meet and collaborate in, and the freedom to work remotely. The new norm is "hybrid," but what does this mean in practice? What are the challenges and opportunities of this form of working, and how can leaders rethink collaboration formats and decision-making?

To answer these and many more questions, we have created a module on remote and hybrid collaboration. To learn more and find upcoming workshop dates, visit www.management30.com/module.

For more happiness, visit www.Management30.com

The world’s largest trial of the four-day work week was recently conducted in the UK. And the results were hard to ignore. Many participants said that “no amount of money” could get them to go back to the way things were. 

Today we sit down with Juan Gutiérrez Plaza, an executive with the London-based company Scoro, which has fully and successfully adopted a four-day workweek. We talk about its implementation, its impacts on employee happiness and productivity, and Plaza's recommendations for other leaders who are considering the move from five days to four.

We also discuss some additional Scoro intiatives, which are providing employees with more choice, agency, and flexibility in their careers. 

Learn more about Juan and Scoro here: https://www.scoro.com/blog/life-at-scoro-interview-with-vp-of-engineering-juan-gutierrez-plaza/

In a post-pandemic world, workers want to retain their flexibility and have the best of both worlds: an office to meet and collaborate in, and the freedom to work remotely. The new norm is "hybrid," but what does this mean in practice? What are the challenges and opportunities of this form of working, and how can leaders rethink collaboration formats and decision-making? To answer these and many more questions, we have created a module on remote and hybrid collaboration. 

To learn more and find upcoming workshop dates, visit www.management30.com/module. 

For more happiness, visit www.Management30.com 

Careers never follow a straight path. There are ups, there are downs, and there are wild circles and zig-zags. 

But what happens when the path just... stops? 

What happens when we get stuck in a position or a state of mind for so long that it begins to feel permanent? How can we shake off that feeling of paralysis, and get moving again?

Today we sit down with Markus Neukom, a leadership coach, business strategist, and CEO who specializes in helping leaders get unstuck, enabling them to create meaningful, lasting change for themselves and their organizations.

Learn more about Markus and his company, Markus Neukom International, here: https://www.markusneukom.com/

In business, we have metrics for everything. ROI, CPM… KPI’s for every aspect of our products, our marketing, and our sales. But when it comes to workplace culture, many organizations seem to leave analytics behind. 

Today we sit down with Anthony Vaughan, a prolific talent strategist, people leader, podcaster, and the founder of The E1B2 Collective, a company working to change how organizations view the employee experience.

We discuss how businesses can build a people-first working environment that not only makes employees happier, but produces quantifiable results.

Learn more about The E1B2 Collective here: https://www.e1b2collective.com/

**Would you like to engage in meaningful conversations with inspiring, supportive, and fun leaders from all over the world? Now you can.

In the Management 3.0 Membership Community, we have over 300 leaders from more than 50 countries willing to share their experience. Immerse Yourself, embrace diversity, be brave, and find the accountability, support, and tools to help you become the leader you want to be. 

To apply, visit https://management30.com/community/  

Mention the Happiness At Work podcast in your application and receive get 10% off your first yearly membership.

For more happiness visit https://management30.com/

It takes a lot of effort to build a positive - and empowering - workplace culture, especially in today’s world of digital offices and remote work. But what happens when things start to go wrong?

How can leaders tell when their culture is faltering, and what steps can they take to get back on track?

Today we sit down with prolific tech leader and workplace culture expert Anna Marie Clifton. She discusses her work with companies like Asana, Coinbase, Yammer, and Vowel, and her unique approach to workplace culture "makeovers," which can help organizations identify problems, shift workforce perspectives, and transform even the most toxic environments in as little as six weeks. 

Find Anna Marie on Twitter @TweetAnnaMarie, and learn more about Vowel here: https://www.vowel.com/

**In a post-pandemic world, workers want to retain their flexibility and have the best of both worlds: an office to meet and collaborate in, and the freedom to work remotely. The new norm is "hybrid," but what does this mean in practice? What are the challenges and opportunities of this form of working, and how can leaders rethink collaboration formats and decision-making?

To answer these and many more questions, we have created a module on remote and hybrid collaboration. To learn more and find upcoming workshop dates, visit www.management30.com/module.

For more happiness, visit www.Management30.com

People often think of emotional intelligence as a personality trait. You’re either born with it, or you’re not.

But emotional intelligence is a set of skills. It can honed and developed over time, allowing us to better understand ourselves, maintain positive relationships, and cope with major challenges in effective ways. 

Today we sit down with Robin Hills, director of Ei4Change, a global organization that has provided emotional intelligence training and coaching to more than 250,000 people all over the world. We’ll discuss his work, his books on emotional intelligence, resilience, and behavior in the workplace, and how emotional intelligence is helping business leaders and professionals navigate challenges and build happier, more fulfilling careers.

Learn more about Robin here: https://ei4change.com/

**How can we connect with others? How well can we articulate what we're feeling? How do we control our emotions? And what would it look like if we're able to accurately understand what people around us are thinking, feeling, and wanting? Emotional intelligence is a powerful competence that can really set you apart as a top performer.

At Management 3.0, we offer an impactful module dedicated to emotional intelligence, as part of our Agile People Leadership Workshop. To learn more and find upcoming workshop dates, visit www.Management30.com. 

For more happiness visit www.Management30.com. 

Happiness can mean different things to different people. For some, it’s achieving a lifelong goal. For others, it’s landing a dream job, or making an impact on the world or building a better life for family and friends. And for some, it’s simply a long string of good days. 

Today we sit down with Ian Sanders, a renowned storytelling trainer, professional optimism instructor, and author of the acclaimed book 365 Ways To Have a Good Day. We’ll discuss his storied career, his many detours, and how, after decades of trying, he finally learned how to string enough good days together to build a rewarding, happy life. 

Learn more about Ian, The Ian Sanders Company, and 365 Ways to Have a Good Day here: https://www.iansanders.com/

Why is it that, no matter how far we climb in our careers, so many of us struggle to find happiness? Why are stress, anxiety, and burnout so prevalent in our working lives? It turns out… we may have our brains to blame. 

Today we sit down with Ashish Kothari, founder and CEO of Happiness Squad and author of the bestselling new book “Hardwired for Happiness." We discuss the biology of fear, the science of happiness, and how Ashish's inspiring personal journey led him to seek out answers for some of life's most vexing questions. 

Ashish also shares some large-scale strategies and simple, everyday practices that can help us move beyond our biology, and live with more joy, love, and meaning.

Learn more about Ashish Kothari and Happiness Squad here: https://happinesssquad.com/ 

Want to learn more about "ikigai?"

Management 3.0 facilitator Kumiko Sugiyama takes a comprehensive look at this Japanese concept in her recent blog: https://management30.com/blog/japanese-ikigai/

You can also dive deeper into the concept of ikigai - and ikigai models - while learning more about meaning and purpose in the world of business by completing this Management 3.0 Module: https://management30.com/align-constraints/meaning-purpose/

For more happiness visit https://management30.com/

Here on the podcast we obviously believe in the concept of Happiness at Work – the power we all have to create more enjoyable work experiences for ourselves, and our colleagues. But we also recognize that work isn’t everything. At the end of the day, we all want to clock out, take a deep breath, and enjoy our lives. The world, however, doesn’t make that easy.  

Today we speak with Katie Jefcoat, a happiness curator and kindness crusader who has made it her mission to help people find true balance between their to-do list and their want-to-do list. We discuss her proven, five-step method for defining priorities, establishing boundaries, and intentionally enjoying the most meaningful parts of our lives.  

Learn more about Katie here: https://www.katiejefcoat.com/ 

Many organizations and business leaders see the internet as a tool, a way to expand their reach and connect with new customers, clients, and partners across the globe.

Luis Adrian Salazar sees it a little bit differently. He and his fully remote company, SafetyWing, are working to build a “country” on the internet, removing the barrier of geographical borders to create equal opportunities, freedom, and a social safety net for people all over the world.

Learn more about SafetyWing here: https://safetywing.com/

**What leads to a happy life? What are the various ways to be happy? Happiness means different things to each of us.  After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered the common thread: Happiness is something we create. It is not something to achieve. It is a path you choose, not a destination to arrive at.

So many of us spend our lives in pursuit of happiness. Instead of searching for it, we need to find ways to live it, embrace it, and implement it into our daily lives. That's why we created the 12 Steps to Happiness at Management 3.0. You can find more information and even download a free poster of the 12 steps at www.management30.com/practice

For more happiness visit www.management30.com

What’s the difference between a boss, and a leader? One has a title. And one has… something else.

Today, we sit down with Jeff Gibbard, a renowned author, strategist, and founder of The Superhero Institute, to discuss what that “something else” is, and the skills and strategies leaders can use to set – and achieve – higher goals for both themselves and their organizations.

Learn more about Jeff here: https://jeffgibbard.com/

There are a lot of management models and theories out there, and they all sound great. The problem is that they can be heavy on theory, which we don't always know how to implement impractical terms. For example: What can you do concretely on a Tuesday afternoon to work better with your colleagues?

People need actionable advice - things they can start doing next week. That's where Management 3.0 comes in. We have modules, practices, a membership community, and Forward Conferences. We have everything you need in your leadership journey as you seek to produce tangible, real-world results. Check them out on the Management 3.0 website at https://management30.com/

While the storm of the pandemic may be receding, some analysts and officials are concerned that a new dark cloud may be forming on the horizon – a possible global recession.

For businesses and employees who are still baling water after the last few years, this is not welcome news. But while we may not be able change the economic weather, there are tools and strategies we can use to prepare, respond – and possibly even navigate around – the worst of the storm.

Today we speak with Ginny Clarke, CEO of Ginny Clarke, LLC, and former Director of Executive Recruiting at Google. She discusses her advice for today's leaders and workers, and offers a framework that individuals can use to sure up their ships, stay afloat in rough seas, and chart a course for a calmer, happier, and more rewarding destination.

Learn more about Ginny at https://www.ginnyclarke.com/

Did you know that Management 3.0 has a module entirely dedicated to hiring great people? It helps participants answer some of our most common and difficult questions, like "Who should be involved in the hiring process?" "How are management and leadership involved?" "What are the most important reasons for a candidate to say yes to an offer?" And "How can I conduct a worthwhile interview?"

We all know hiring good people is hard. Hiring great people can seem next to impossible. So get a leg up and learn how to set yourself up for success. You can find this module in our "Agility and HR Workshop" and our "Agile People Leadership Workshop." To learn more and for upcoming dates, go to https://management30.com/workshops/. 

For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/.

The workplace evolution of the past few years has opened up new opportunities for employees across the globe. But it’s also created a sense of unease. As some companies transition to remote or hybrid work and embrace employee-first philosophies, others are laying off staff and increasing their demands on those employees who remain. Employees may feel insecure in their roles, afraid that any misstep or miscommunication could put their job at risk as well.

Today we speak with workplace expert and renowned consultant Teresa Mitrovic, who coaches Fortune 500 companies on the value of promoting psychological safety in their workplaces. This approach, when adopted properly, can radically improve employee happiness and performance, giving team members more control over their working lives and lifting the pressures that can lead to dissatisfaction, unhappiness and burnout.

Learn more about Teresa here: https://www.orocollective.space/. And, for a limited time, podcast listeners can use the promo code HAW50 to receive a $50 coupon that can be redeemed against any product on the Oro Collective website.

Psychological safety and trust are pillars of the Management 3.0 ethos. It peremeates all throughout our Management 3.0 modules and practices, and we write about it in our blog on a regular basis. Want to know more? Want to learn more? Check out the Management 3.0 Blog at www.management30.com/blog 

For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Any sports fan knows that it’s easy to coach a team when you’re on a winning streak. The real challenge begins when things start to go wrong. Business is the same way. Even the most harmonious work environments can struggle – or fall apart – in the face of unforeseen crises. The most successful leaders are those who work proactively to create a positive workplace culture, and embrace forward-thinking problem-solving strategies and employee wellbeing, in both good times and bad.

Today we sit down with John Robertson, a workforce wellness expert, culture alignment specialist, and the founder and president of FORTLOG Services, a company that specializes in actively helping organizations manage transitions, including workplace change and upheaval, conflict and stress, crisis, and trauma. He offers his recommendations for leaders hoping to build a thriving workplace with fully engaged employees, which will be able to withstand any challenge the world can throw at it. 

Learn more about John and FORTLOG Services here: https://fortlog.co/

Finding happiness at work isn’t easy. It can take years of self-discovery, risk-taking, mistakes, and perseverance. Today's guest did all of those things and, after 20 years, finally had what should have been her dream job. She was the first Indian American woman – and one of the youngest people ever – to make partner at a world-renowned professional services firm, and she was a pioneer for women in her field. But what should have been the happy ending to her story, turned out to be an awakening to the realities of her position. And it became the first chapter of an entirely new journey.

We sit down with Deepa Purushothaman, a celebrated author, speaker, program leader, and visionary champion for professional women of color. She discusses her work, her journey, and her powerful book "The First, The Few, The Only." Learn more about Deepa here: https://www.deepapuru.com/