What makes a great leader, and how can one avoid the pitfalls of being a ‘bad boss’? Today, we explore these crucial questions with Debra Corey, a renowned expert who has spent decades redefining employee engagement and leadership. Expect to learn strategies for managing stress, fostering authentic connections, and building a leadership style rooted in empathy, adaptability, and continuous growth. More information about Debra here. More information about DebcoHR here. *** Does your workplace feel stuck in a rut? Are silos and outdated leadership styles stifling creativity and collaboration? At Management 3.0, we understand these frustrations. That's why we offer tailor-made training programs designed not just to enhance skills but to transform entire organizational mindsets. With our expert guidance, envision a workplace where barriers are broken down and everyone is empowered to contribute their best and leadership not only manages but motivates and inspires. Ready to create a thriving workplace culture? Visit our website at Management30.com and see how we can help your organization build a happier, more productive workplace.  *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

How do we rediscover our confidence, tap into our unique strengths, and create meaningful growth in both our personal and professional lives? Today’s conversation delves into these questions with Adele Leah who has dedicated her career to empowering leaders and creative professionals.  From overcoming burnout to mastering personal branding, we’ll explore strategies for breaking barriers and fostering authenticity. We’ll look into on building confidence, shaping a strong personal brand, and creating a healthy workplace culture that inspires connection and growth.  More information about Adele here. More information about Step up, Stand Out & Shine here. *** Does your workplace feel stuck in a rut? Are silos and outdated leadership styles stifling creativity and collaboration? At Management 3.0, we understand these frustrations. That's why we offer tailor-made training programs designed not just to enhance skills but to transform entire organizational mindsets. With our expert guidance, envision a workplace where barriers are broken down and everyone is empowered to contribute their best and leadership not only manages but motivates and inspires. Ready to create a thriving workplace culture? Visit our website at Management30.com and see how we can help your organization build a happier, more productive workplace.  *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

What does it truly mean to live a happier life, and how can we create lasting happiness in our everyday routines? Today, we explore this through the journey of inspiring leader, Jo Howarth. We’ll uncover how personal experiences sparked the creation of a unique happiness platform and discuss powerful techniques like mindfulness and hypnotherapy for managing stress and anxiety. From supporting workplaces to uplifting schools, this episode is packed with actionable insights on fostering personal and professional happiness. More information about Jo here. More information about the Happiness Club here. *** Does your workplace feel stuck in a rut? Are silos and outdated leadership styles stifling creativity and collaboration? At Management 3.0, we understand these frustrations. That's why we offer tailor-made training programs designed not just to enhance skills but to transform entire organizational mindsets. With our expert guidance, envision a workplace where barriers are broken down and everyone is empowered to contribute their best and leadership not only manages but motivates and inspires. Ready to create a thriving workplace culture? Visit our website at Management30.com and see how we can help your organization build a happier, more productive workplace.  *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.      

What does it mean to lead with authenticity in a world driven by personal branding and digital personas? Today, we explore the transformative power of authenticity with Emma Donovan, Co-founder, ideator, and brand strategist at Dapper, who helps leaders unlock their true potential. We dive into how embracing one's authentic self can revolutionize careers, from navigating personal branding challenges to fostering an environment where individuals can thrive. We’ll learn how authenticity shapes not only personal success but also happiness in the workplace. More information of Emma here.  More information about Dapper here.  *** Does your workplace feel stuck in a rut? Are silos and outdated leadership styles stifling creativity and collaboration? At Management 3.0, we understand these frustrations. That's why we offer tailor-made training programs designed not just to enhance skills but to transform entire organizational mindsets. With our expert guidance, envision a workplace where barriers are broken down and everyone is empowered to contribute their best and leadership not only manages but motivates and inspires. Ready to create a thriving workplace culture? Visit our website at Management30.com and see how we can help your organization build a happier, more productive workplace.  *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

  What does happiness mean, and how can we effectively cultivate it within our professional lives? Today, we delve into the world of a distinguished trainer and keynote speaker, Chris Croft, whose extensive work spans project management, negotiation, and notably, the pursuit of happiness. We will explore the transformative power of online education in spreading knowledge and discuss the profound insights from acclaimed publications on enhancing daily joy. Unpacking myths and sharing practical happiness strategies, this episode is a compelling journey into practical happiness, where theory meets actionable change. More information about Chris Croft here.  *** Does your workplace feel stuck in a rut? Are silos and outdated leadership styles stifling creativity and collaboration? At Management 3.0, we understand these frustrations. That's why we offer tailor-made training programs designed not just to enhance skills but to transform entire organizational mindsets. With our expert guidance, envision a workplace where barriers are broken down and everyone is empowered to contribute their best and leadership not only manages but motivates and inspires. Ready to create a thriving workplace culture? Visit our website at Management30.com and see how we can help your organization build a happier, more productive workplace.  *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

With many of us on a well-deserved summer break, I am sharing once more one of my favorite episodes of the last 12 months. A while back, we spoke with Ashish Kothari about how our biology sometimes hardwires us for unhappiness. Bringing awareness to this helps us understand how to move beyond our biology and live with more joy, love, and meaning. Happy listening & enjoy the summer of 2024!  Warmly,  Elisa  *** 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 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/ *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

Have you ever wondered how deeply ethics influence business decisions and leadership practices? Today on "Happiness at Work," we're joined by Jonathan Bennett, a seasoned leader who pivoted from managing a successful B Corp to coaching purpose-driven leaders. Jonathan brings a wealth of experience from his roles as a CEO, board member, and founder, combined with a socially conscious approach to tackling organizational challenges. Together, we'll dive into the ethical dimensions of modern business, from boardrooms to individual values, and explore strategies for maintaining integrity under pressure.  More information about Jonathan Bennett here. *** Does your workplace feel stuck in a rut? Are silos and outdated leadership styles stifling creativity and collaboration? At Management 3.0, we understand these frustrations. That's why we offer tailor-made training programs designed not just to enhance skills but to transform entire organizational mindsets. With our expert guidance, envision a workplace where barriers are broken down and everyone is empowered to contribute their best and leadership not only manages but motivates and inspires. Ready to create a thriving workplace culture? Visit our website at Management30.com and see how we can help your organization build a happier, more productive workplace.  *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

With many of us on a well-deserved summer break, I am sharing once more one of my favorite episodes of the last 12 months. Knowing how to nail down that purpose-driven workplace culture is quintessential to building more successful organisations with happier employees.  Happy listening & enjoy the summer of 2024!  Warmly,  Elisa  *** How can we create an innovative, positive, and productive workplace culture? It doesn’t happen by accident. Today we speak with Bluedog Design founder Michelle Hayward, a renowned executive and thought leader who has perfected the art of culture-building with unique offerings like parental assistance, pet insurance, and an innovative "Growth Universe." We’ll discuss Michelle's work advising fortune 500 companies and startups, and how she’s built a company that has been repeatedly named one of the best places to work. Learn more about Bluedog and Michelle here.  *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 here. *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

What does it take to build a workplace where joy, creativity, and inclusion are not just goals, but realities?  In this episode of "Happiness at Work," we spotlight a shining example of a strong and intentional company culture with Sandy Marsico, founder & CEO of Sandstorm Design.  We dive into how an influential leader merges the worlds of design, art, and marketing to forge a unique business environment that embodies their (unique) core values.  Discover how these principles breathe life into daily operations and how strategic adaptations to remote work have strengthened and diversified team dynamics. More information about Sandy Marsico here. More information about Sandstorm Design here. *** Does your workplace feel stuck in a rut? Are silos and outdated leadership styles stifling creativity and collaboration? At Management 3.0, we understand these frustrations. That's why we offer tailor-made training programs designed not just to enhance skills but to transform entire organizational mindsets. With our expert guidance, envision a workplace where barriers are broken down and everyone is empowered to contribute their best and leadership not only manages but motivates and inspires. Ready to create a thriving workplace culture? Visit our website at Management30.com and see how we can help your organization build a happier, more productive workplace.  *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

In today's episode, we reflect on the profound connection between job satisfaction and corporate culture. We explore how strategic recruitment aligns individuals with environments where they can truly thrive and discuss adapting these strategies across diverse global settings. Our dialogue also embraces the role of compassionate leadership in nurturing inclusive workspaces. Expect to gain actionable insights on fostering happiness at work and learn how tools like the Happiness Planner integrate into professional life to promote personal and organizational growth. More information about Betty Encinales here. *** Does your workplace feel stuck in a rut? Are silos and outdated leadership styles stifling creativity and collaboration? At Management 3.0, we understand these frustrations. That's why we offer tailor-made training programs designed not just to enhance skills but to transform entire organizational mindsets. With our expert guidance, envision a workplace where barriers are broken down and everyone is empowered to contribute their best and leadership not only manages but motivates and inspires. Ready to create a thriving workplace culture? Visit our website at Management30.com and see how we can help your organization build a happier, more productive workplace.  *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

Are you struggling to find happiness in the workplace? Today's discussion dives into transforming business cultures for lasting joy and success. We explore how redefining leadership through positive psychology can create environments that foster positivity and resilience. We explore actionable strategies to bridge the gap between traditional corporate expectations and the growing need for roles focused on well-being and engagement. We confirm that integrating kindness into workplace practices can lead to a happier, more productive environment. More information about Dr Elio Gourgouris here. *** Does your workplace feel stuck in a rut? Are silos and outdated leadership styles stifling creativity and collaboration? At Management 3.0, we understand these frustrations. That's why we offer tailor-made training programs designed not just to enhance skills but to transform entire organizational mindsets. With our expert guidance, envision a workplace where barriers are broken down and everyone is empowered to contribute their best and leadership not only manages but motivates and inspires. Ready to create a thriving workplace culture? Visit our website at Management30.com and see how we can help your organization build a happier, more productive workplace.  *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

Are you frustrated by metrics that promise insight but fail to deliver real understanding? In this episode of "Happiness at Work," we dive into the intricate world of Metrics in the Digital Age with Almudena Rodriguez Pardo, a renowned consultant in Agile transformation and a Management 3.0 facilitator. Discover a groundbreaking approach that transforms traditional KPIs into true indicators of success, providing actionable insights that guide and inspire organizations. Tune in to learn how redefining metrics can pave the way for more informed decisions and strategic growth. More information about Almudena here.  More information about her work here.  *** Does your workplace feel stuck in a rut? Are silos and outdated leadership styles stifling creativity and collaboration? At Management 3.0, we understand these frustrations. That's why we offer tailor-made training programs designed not just to enhance skills but to transform entire organizational mindsets. With our expert guidance, envision a workplace where barriers are broken down and everyone is empowered to contribute their best and leadership not only manages but motivates and inspires. Ready to create a thriving workplace culture? Visit our website at Management30.com and see how we can help your organization build a happier, more productive workplace.  *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

When did you last feel your job weighing heavily on your shoulders? Burnout is eroding our professional success and, more importantly, our physical and mental well-being.  We discuss the harsh realities of workplace stress with distinguished executive coach Teresa Vozza. She will offer insights into the root causes of burnout and unveil strategies to balance ambition with self-care. Learn More about Teresa here. Join her powerful email list here.  *** Why let conversation and inspiration stop at your earbuds?  Join us for our brand-new live podcast recordings! Each month, we'll dive into those workplace issues keeping you up at night, with top experts sharing fresh insights. Afterward, we'll keep the energy going with a friendly after-hours chat – think small group discussions, co-creating an action plan, and connecting with fellow listeners and people who get it. This is your chance to turn those podcast sparks into action and create the world of work you want. Sign-up is free and can be done on our Management 3.0 LinkedIn page. We can't wait to see you there!" *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

In today’s episode, we sit down with Katharina William, a prominent figure in the Management 3.0 team and a pioneer in integrating AI with human-centric leadership. We delve into how artificial intelligence is not only reshaping leadership but also how it can coexist with and enhance human values in the workplace. *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 here. *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here. ***    

Leaders can play a huge role in corporate culture. But it takes a unique set of skills to create a truly happy workplace. Today we sit down with Audrey Joy Kwan, a renowned consultant, coach, podcaster, and owner of AJK Consulting, to discuss the value of leadership. How do we find leaders? How do we support them? And what does it take to lead a company into a happier, more enjoyable future? Learn more about Audrey and her work here.  *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 here. *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

How can we create an innovative, positive, and productive workplace culture? It doesn’t happen by accident. Today we speak with Bluedog Design founder Michelle Hayward, a renowned executive and thought leader who has perfected the art of culture-building with unique offerings like parental assistance, pet insurance, and an innovative "Growth Universe." We’ll discuss Michelle's work advising fortune 500 companies and startups, and how she’s built a company that has been repeatedly named one of the best places to work. Learn more about Bluedog and Michelle here.  *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 here. *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

Some of us live to work. Others work to live. But all of us, from time to time, have struggled to find harmony – and happiness – in the balance between our careers and our daily lives. Today we speak with Anna Marie Frank, a renowned wellbeing expert, author, and entrepreneur, about work/life balance, corporate wellness, and how we can foster happiness for ourselves – and our employees – in every phase of our lives. Anna Marie Frank is a doctor of traditional naturopathy and natural medicine, founder of the wellness center Happy Whole You, and author of the book Stop Bullying Yourself.  Learn more about Anna here.  *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 here. *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.

At the end of the day, leadership is about people: the people we lead, the people we work alongside, the people we learn from, and the people we aspire to be. Today we speak with Ian Walker, Senior Director of Leadership and Employee Development at Salesforce, about the people – and the experiences – that have shaped his career, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. We also discuss the world of tech, the future of artificial intellegence, and some simple strategies for fostering happiness and fulfillment in the workplace.  Find Ian on LinkedIn here.  *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 here. *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.  

Managing a business can feel like piloting a ship in a hurricane. We spend so much time responding, adapting, and adjusting course that it can be easy to lose sight of our destination. Today we're joined by Steve Tendon, a sought-after adviser, coach, speaker, and founder of TameFlow Consulting. He shares some theoretical knowledge and practical advice for leaders hoping to spend more time on the things that matter, and less time just trying to stay afloat.  Connect with Steve and learn more about TameFlow here.  *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 here. *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.  

Inclusion is more than just a buzzword. It's good business. And, for the father-son founders of John's Crazy Socks, it's a lifelong mission.  We sit down with company founders John and Mark Cronin to discuss the keys to their success, and how their focus on inclusivity and engagement has changed their own lives, and the lives of their employees. They also discuss the importance of hiring differently abled team members, and what it's like to testify in front of the United Nations with your father.  Learn more about John, Mark, and John's Crazy Socks here.  *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 here. *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and search our entire catalog of episodes here.    

It’s no secret that large corporations and organizations are embracing the concept of agile leadership, prioritizing people over processes and learning to see the value in change. But can agile leadership work for smaller and mid-size businesses, or non-governmental organizations (NGOs)?  Today we sit down with internationally recognized leadership trainer Ivo Haase, to discuss his work with smaller enterprises and NGOs in countries all over the world, including Poland, the Czech Republic, Tanzania and South Africa. We discuss what he’s learned from his experiences, and how those lessons can be applied to organizations of all sizes.  We also discuss his work as an international facilitator for Management 3.0 and LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®, and Ivo offers some practical strategies and recommendations for leaders and trainers across the globe.  Learn more about Ivo here. Connect with Ivo on LinkedIn here.  *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 here. *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and browse our entire catalog of episodes here.

Change is inevitable. Some businesses prepare for it, some adapt to it, and others embrace it. Today we speak with Romain Olives, a renowned coach, thought leader, Management 3.0 facilitator, and CEO who has spent his career helping leaders understand the value of change, and build companies that are capable of thriving under any conditions. Learn more about Romain and his company Ihmisen here. Connect with Romain on LinkedIn here.  *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 here. *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and browse our entire catalog of episodes here.

Many of us think of emotional intelligence as a personality trait, something that can be helpful in the workplace, but isn’t necessarily vital. But what if it can be used to transform a company? Today we speak with renowned expert and author Harvey Deutschendorf about the power and potential of emotional intelligence, and discuss some strategies for boosting productivity, improving work-life balance, and building stronger, happier organizations. Learn more about Harvey, take a free quiz, and find his book "Emotional Intellegence Game Changers" on his website.  *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 here.  *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and browse our entire catalog of episodes here. 

If you have a career, chances are you’ve experienced failure. You’ve made mistakes, you’ve questioned your ability to do your job, you’ve wondered if maybe you shouldn’t just give it up all up and try something new. Today's guest knows those feelings all too well. We sit down with Stephanie Brown, a renowned coach, founder and former executive with companies like Nike and Apple. She discusses her own professional setbacks, and how the experience of being fired - twice - paved the way for the biggest successes of her career. Learn more about Stephanie and connect with her on LinkedIn here.  Buy Stephanie's book, Fired: Why Losing Your job is the Best Thing That Can Happen to You, on Amazon.   *** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 here.  *** Find 'Happiness at Work' episode transcripts and browse our entire catalog of episodes here.   

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.  ** Learn more about Rich and SIY Global here: https://www.siyglobal.com/  ** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 

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.  ** 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.  ** 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.  ** Learn more about Rob and Elite High Performance here: www.elitehighperformance.com Email Rob directly at [email protected] Use the promo code HAPPINESSATWORK to save $50 on Rob's program at www.Howtodealboss.com  ** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 

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.  ** 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. ** 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/ ** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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/

 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/ **  Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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/ 

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/  ** Happiness means different things to each of us. After doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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/

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://www.getairspeed.com/blog/author/doug/ *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/ 

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/ 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/   For more happiness, visit https://management30.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/ **What leads to a happy life? What are the various ways to be happy?    Happiness means different things to each of us. And, 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 https://management30.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/  **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 https://management30.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/ For more happiness, visit 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/ What leads to a happy life? What are the various ways to be happy? Happiness means different things to each of us, yet, after doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder Jurgen Appelo discovered a 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 time in pursuit of happiness, yet 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. Learn more and download a free poster https://www.management30.com/practice  For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

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/ In this episode we talk about the essence of diverse teams, bringing everyone to the table to solve complex problems. Modern organizations should try to increase diversity, beyond acknowledging gender differences. Diversity can be about age, ethnicity, where you’re from, where you grew up, skills, experience, education, and much more. At Management 3.0, we have a practice named 'The Diversity Index.' This easy tool can help your team and organization acquire insight into how high its current diversity level is. A downloadable template is available on our website. To learn more, visit www.Management30.com/practice  For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Every organization, every leader, and every employee has an identifiable strength: something they can do or create or contribute that separates them from all others in their field. Businesses and organizations that embrace this concept are more likely to create harmonious, happy and productive teams that complement each other and thrive. And, as we’ll hear today, they can have some fun in the process. We sit down with Ryan Berhman, owner of Systemic Agility, a training and consulting organisation, and owner, facilitator and trainer with StrongSuits, a systemic team and organisational strengths development tool, based on insights from modern psychology. His discusses his experience working with hundreds of managers, coaches and teams to collaborate, innovate, and work more effectively and joyfully together. He also shares how his newest venture takes the phrase “play to your strengths” to a whole new level. Learn more about Ryan and StrongSuits here: https://strongsuits.com/  **Have you ever pondered the following questions?** How do we give people - and their happiness - the attention they deserve in our organizations and transformations? How do we enable change for people, and not push change on people? How do we create the culture and environment we need for people to express themselves? How do we move forward and not get stuck in bureaucratic change management? Of course you have! That’s why you listen to our podcast. But while podcasts are a one-way street, our Forward Summits are all about interecations. So why don’t you come and join the conversation, at our upcoming summit: HAPPINESS AS THE ‘WHY’ IN AGILE TRANSFORMATION, held in Berlin, Germany and online from 30 November – 2 December 2022. Hear from our kick-ass keynote speakers Sunny Grosso; Svenja Hofert; Debra Corey; and Fransisco Mahfuz. Take part in our practice sessions, case study sessions, open sessions and global networking, both in Berlin and online! Go to https://fwd-summit.com/ for more information and tickets. And as a podcast listener, use the code FORWARDPOD at checkout to let us know you are a friend of the pod and receive some special Martie the Management Monster goodies. For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/ 

Ah, technology. The double-edged sword of the working world. Cell phones and email have made the world smaller, connecting employers and employees, businesses and customers, and allowing a generation of workers to find opportunities and even launch businesses from anywhere in the world. But they’ve also blurred the lines between the office and home. A study conducted during the pandemic found that 70 percent of remote workers were clocking in on the weekends. And after-hours emails have become such a problem, that some cities have attempted to make them illegal. Today we talk with Dustin DeVries, co-founder of Caffeine Interactive Technologies, a web mobile development agency with a remote team featuring professionals from across the globe. He discusses his attempts to push back, evening the scales of the work-life balance for himself, and his team.  **Have you ever pondered about the following questions?** How do we give people and their happiness the attention they deserve in our organizations and transformations? How do we enable change for people and not push change on people? How do we create the culture and environment we need for people to express themselves? How do we move forward and not get stuck in bureaucratic change management? Of course you have! That’s why you listen to our podcast. But while podcasts are a one-way street, our Forward Summits are all about interacations. So why don’t you come and join the conversation, at our upcoming summit: HAPPINESS AS THE ‘WHY’ IN AGILE TRANSFORMATION, held in Berlin, Germany and online from 30 November – 2 December 2022.   Hear from our kick-ass keynote speakers Sunny Grosso; Svenja Hofert; Debra Corey; and Fransisco Mahfuz. Take part in our practice sessions, case study sessions, open sessions and global networking, both in Berlin and online!   Go to https://fwd-summit.com/ from more information and tickets. And as a podcast listener, use the code FORWARDPOD at checkout to let us know you are a friend of the pod and receive some special Martie the Management Monster goodies.   For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/ 

Culture has been a buzzword in the business world for decades now. And, in many instances, that’s all it was: an empty word. But in recent years, as competition for quality employees has increased, workplace culture is no longer an afterthought. For companies who take it seriously, it can be both a recruiting tool, and a competitive advantage. And it has the added benefit of bringing just a little more happiness into the world. Today we sit down with master coach and Delivering Happiness Culture Chief Sunny Grosso, who has spent years helping companies across the globe build and grow strong, distinct workplace cultures. We discuss what she’s learned in her work, and her recommendations for business leaders hoping to move past the buzzwords, and get down to the business of making people happy at work. Learn more about Sunny here: https://www.deliveringhappiness.com/sunny-grosso *This podcast was recorded LIVE on LinkedIn. Follow us for future live interviews here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/management-30/ **Have you ever pondered about the following questions?** How do we give people and their happiness the attention they deserve in our organizations and transformations? How do we enable change for people and not push change on people? How do we create the culture and environment we need for people to express themselves? How do we move forward and not get stuck in bureaucratic change management? Of course you have! That’s why you listen to our podcast. But while podcasts are a one-way street, our Forward Summits are all about interecations. So why don’t you come and join the conversation, at our upcoming summit: HAPPINESS AS THE ‘WHY’ IN AGILE TRANSFORMATION, held in Berlin, Germany and online from 30 November – 2 December 2022. Hear from our kick-ass keynote speakers Sunny Grosso; Svenja Hofert; Debra Corey; and Fransisco Mahfuz. Take part in our practice sessions, case study sessions, open sessions and global networking, both in Berlin and online! Go to https://fwd-summit.com/ for more information and tickets. And as a podcast listener, use the code FORWARDPOD at checkout to let us know you are a friend of the pod and receive some special Martie the Management Monster goodies. For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/

A good story can change an opinion, can change a vote… it can change the way we see the world and our place in it. But stories also play a powerful role in our working lives. Businesses and organizations can rise or fall based on the stories they tell their employees, their customers, their partners, and the public. Leaders who value storytelling – who eschew boring, artificial corporate jargon in favor of active, intentional, engaging communication – can do more than just hold an entertaining meeting. They can close deals, inspire teams, and transform their organizations in powerful, lasting ways. Don’t believe us? That’s OK. Because today we sit down with Francisco Mahfuz, a national champion public speaker and one of the most sought-after storytellers and organizational coaches you can find anywhere in the world. And he can be pretty convincing. Learn more about Francisco here: https://www.franciscomahfuz.com/ *This podcast was recorded LIVE on LinkedIn. Follow us for future live interviews here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/management-30/ Find our Online Improve Cards here: https://management30.com/online-improv-cards/ **Have you ever pondered about the following questions?** How do we give people and their happiness the attention they deserve in our organizations and transformations? How do we enable change for people and not push change on people? How do we create the culture and environment we need for people to express themselves? How do we move forward and not get stuck in bureaucratic change management? Of course you have! That’s why you listen to our podcast. But while podcasts are a one-way street, our Forward Summits are all about interecations. So why don’t you come and join the conversation, at our upcoming summit: HAPPINESS AS THE ‘WHY’ IN AGILE TRANSFORMATION, held in Berlin, Germany and online from 30 November – 2 December 2022. Hear from our kick-ass keynote speakers Sunny Grosso; Svenja Hofert; Debra Corey; and Fransisco Mahfuz. Take part in our practice sessions, case study sessions, open sessions and global networking, both in Berlin and online! Go to fwd-summit.com from more information and tickets. And as a podcast listener, use the code FORWARDPOD at checkout to let us know you are a friend of the pod and receive some special Martie the Management Monster goodies. For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/  

At home and in the workplace, happiness can be a balancing act. Our health, family, and finances can often prevent us from focusing on our own enjoyment. But what happens when we make a habit of that? What happens when we start letting other, smaller things take precedence over our happiness? Things like fear, comfortability, self-image, or other people’s perceptions of us. What happens when we’re so afraid to rock the boat, that we never even get in? Today we sit down with motivational speaker, TV personality and best-selling author Shari Alyse, who spent time struggling with that balancing act, and losing sight of her own happiness. She shares what she’s learned about joy, self-discovery, and just how fun it can be, to rock the occasional boat. **Have you ever pondered about the following questions?** How do we give people and their happiness the attention they deserve in our organizations and transformations? How do we enable change for people and not push change on people? How do we create the culture and environment we need for people to express themselves? How do we move forward and not get stuck in bureaucratic change management? Of course you have! That’s why you listen to our podcast. But while podcasts are a one-way street, our Forward Summits are all about interecations. So why don’t you come and join the conversation, at our upcoming summit: HAPPINESS AS THE ‘WHY’ IN AGILE TRANSFORMATION, held in Berlin, Germany and online from 30 November – 2 December 2022. Hear from our kick-ass keynote speakers Sunny Grosso; Svenja Hofert; Debra Corey; and Fransisco Mahfuz. Take part in our practice sessions, case study sessions, open sessions and global networking, both in Berlin and online! Go to https://fwd-summit.com/ from more information and tickets. And as a podcast listener, use the code FORWARDPOD at checkout to let us know you are a friend of the pod and receive some special Martie the Management Monster goodies. For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/

If the past few years have shown us anything, it’s that technology and work are now inextricably linked. Forever. And while digital innovations can make our lives easier, they can also create new barriers and complications, frustrating or even discriminating against workers throughout their careers. Today we sit down with Bernadette Fellner, Business Innovation Lead for PwC Austria and an information technology expert who is attempting to “use tech for good,” and make sure that digital transformation efforts never lose track of the people they are trying to serve. Bernadette is a widely recognized leader and speaker with a background in innovation, culture design, foresight thinking, digital solution-building and agile ways of working. She works with clients at the heart of digital transformations, and is a university guest lecturer on the topic of digital business models. Learn more about her here.  **Have you ever pondered about the following questions?** How do we give people and their happiness the attention they deserve in our organizations and transformations? How do we enable change for people and not push change on people? How do we create the culture and environment we need for people to express themselves? How do we move forward and not get stuck in bureaucratic change management? Of course you have! That’s why you listen to our podcast. But while podcasts are a one-way street, our Forward Summits are all about interecations. So why don’t you come and join the conversation, at our upcoming summit: HAPPINESS AS THE ‘WHY’ IN AGILE TRANSFORMATION, held in Berlin, Germany and online from 30 November – 2 December 2022. Hear from our kick-ass keynote speakers Sunny Grosso; Svenja Hofert; Debra Corey; and Fransisco Mahfuz. Take part in our practice sessions, case study sessions, open sessions and global networking, both in Berlin and online! Go to fwd-summit.com from more information and tickets. And as a podcast listener, use the code FORWARDPOD at checkout to let us know you are a friend of the pod and receive some special Martie the Management Monster goodies. For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/  

One of the surest ways to find both success and happiness in the workplace is to play to your strengths. Figure out what you’re good at, and find a role that allows you to apply those skills in a meaningful way. Of course, this sounds easier than it is. Most people might think the difficult part of that equation is the whole “find a job” thing, but the truth is that most of us go through our entire careers without ever really understanding what we’re good at – what we do that sets us apart from everyone else. Today we speak with Brandon Miller, one of the first Certified GALLUP Clifton Strengths Finder Coaches in the world, and CEO of 34 Strong, a coaching and consulting firm dedicated to improving employee engagement. He is also Co-Founder of Incredible Family - an agency that helps working parents adopt a strengths-based approach to parenting - and has coauthored multiple books with his wife, Analyn. Brandon discusses how, for nearly 20 years, he has helped employees and business leaders identify their strengths and cultivate happier, more engaging, and more productive careers. **Have you ever pondered about the following questions?** How do we give people and their happiness the attention they deserve in our organizations and transformations? How do we enable change for people and not push change on people? How do we create the culture and environment we need for people to express themselves? How do we move forward and not get stuck in bureaucratic change management? Of course you have! That’s why you listen to our podcast. But while podcasts are a one-way street, our Forward Summits are all about interecations. So why don’t you come and join the conversation, at our upcoming summit: HAPPINESS AS THE ‘WHY’ IN AGILE TRANSFORMATION, held in Berlin, Germany and online from 30 November – 2 December 2022. Hear from our kick-ass keynote speakers Sunny Grosso; Svenja Hofert; Debra Corey; and Fransisco Mahfuz. Take part in our practice sessions, case study sessions, open sessions and global networking, both in Berlin and online! Go to fwd-summit.com from more information and tickets. And as a podcast listener, use the code FORWARDPOD at checkout to let us know you are a friend of the pod and receive some special Martie the Management Monster goodies. For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/

Most of us spend our careers trying to find happiness at work. Sometimes, if we’re lucky, we find it. And, if we’re really lucky, we can spend part of our careers helping others – our employees, coworkers, or even strangers – find that same happiness in their own lives. Today we sit down with Tia Graham, an international keynote speaker, best-selling author, leadership trainer and "Certified Chief Happiness Officer" with multiple certifications in neuroscience, positive psychology, coaching, and employee retention. Her bestselling book “Be a Happy Leader” offers an eight-step methodology for driving productivity and growth through a culture of happiness. We discuss her work, her career, and the kinds of things you learn when you dedicate your professional life to being happy at work. **Have you ever pondered about the following questions?** How do we give people and their happiness the attention they deserve in our organizations and transformations? How do we enable change for people and not push change on people? How do we create the culture and environment we need for people to express themselves? How do we move forward and not get stuck in bureaucratic change management? Of course you have! That’s why you listen to our podcast. But while podcasts are a one-way street, our Forward Summits are all about interecations.  So why don’t you come and join the conversation, at our upcoming summit: HAPPINESS AS THE ‘WHY’ IN AGILE TRANSFORMATION, held in Berlin, Germany and online from 30 November – 2 December 2022. Hear from our kick-ass keynote speakers Sunny Grosso; Svenja Hofert; Debra Corey; and Fransisco Mahfuz. Take part in our practice sessions, case study sessions, open sessions and global networking, both in Berlin and online!  Go to fwd-summit.com from more information and tickets. And as a podcast listener, use the code FORWARDPOD at checkout to let us know you are a friend of the pod and receive some special Martie the Management Monster goodies.   For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/

We’ve been speaking about Happiness at Work for a while now. And one theme that continues to pop up, episode after episode, is employee engagement. Team members who feel like they have a voice – who feel valued and recognized – are more likely to be satisfied with their work, and are more likely to stay on. Today we’re speaking with a guest who literally wrote the book on employee engagement and recognition. Four books, in fact.  Award-winning HR leader, bestselling author, and Chief 'Pay It Forward' Officer Debra Corey joins host Elisa Tuijnder to discuss her work, her career, and her recommendations for employers hoping to create happier, more engaging workplaces and serve the ever-changing needs of a 21st century workeforce. Have you ever pondered about the following questions? How do we give people and their happiness the attention they deserve in our organizations and transformations? How do we enable change for people and not push change on people? How do we create the culture and environment we need for people to express themselves? How do we move forward and not get stuck in bureaucratic change management? Of course you have! That’s why you listen to our podcast. But while podcasts are a one-way street, our Forward Summits are all about interecations. So why don’t you come and join the conversation, at our upcoming summit: HAPPINESS AS THE ‘WHY’ IN AGILE TRANSFORMATION, held in Berlin, Germany and online from 30 November – 2 December 2022. Hear from our kick-ass keynote speakers Sunny Grosso; Svenja Hofert; Debra Corey; and Fransisco Mahfuz. Take part in our practice sessions, case study sessions, open sessions and global networking, both in Berlin and online! Go to fwd-summit.com from more information and tickets. And as a podcast listener, use the code FORWARDPOD at checkout to let us know you are a friend of the pod and receive some special Martie the Management Monster goodies. For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/

Today we're so excited to bring you a crossover episode recorded with our friends over at the “Thriving with Sarah & Jenny” podcast, featuring hosts Sarah Metcalfe and Dr. Jenny Brockis. It was a true international get-together, with Sarah visiting her family in Canada, Jenny in Australia, and Elisa in the United Kingdom. Elisa, Sarah, and Jenny talked about the upcoming Forward Summit titled “Happiness as the ‘Why’ in Agile Transformations," how each host experienced the pandemic, the rise of workplace surveillance, Management 3.0's "12 Steps to Happiness," and some practical tips for filling up your happiness toolbox to have a happier life and more fulfilling career. Find more from Sarah and Jenny on their podcast webpage: https://podfollow.com/thriving-podcast/view?fbclid=IwAR04VwhXx3GRLbzBMKzeemBAz3PamAh60rHxE4KvIZFv-rTOf2kjT0naNCE Have you ever pondered about the following questions? How do we give people and their happiness the attention they deserve in our organizations and transformations? How do we enable change for people and not push change on people? How do we create the culture and environment we need for people to express themselves? How do we move forward and not get stuck in bureaucratic change management? Of course you have! That’s why you listen to our podcast. But while podcasts are a one-way street, our Forward Summits are all about interecations. So why don’t you come and join the conversation, at our upcoming summit: HAPPINESS AS THE ‘WHY’ IN AGILE TRANSFORMATION, held in Berlin, Germany and online from 30 November – 2 December 2022. Hear from our kick-ass keynote speakers Sunny Grosso; Svenja Hofert; Debra Corey; and Fransisco Mahfuz. Take part in our practice sessions, case study sessions, open sessions and global networking, both in Berlin and online! Go to fwd-summit.com from more information and tickets. And as a podcast listener, use the code FORWARDPOD at checkout to let us know you are a friend of the pod and receive some special Martie the Management Monster goodies. For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/

Throughout history, women have faced an uphill battle in their efforts to reach the top of their chosen fields. But when - after struggling for years against ingrained stereotypes and workplace biases - they finally do reach the summit, the fight isn’t over. In many cases, it’s just beginning. Today we sit down with Susan MacKenty Brady, a globally renowned Leadership Wellbeing Expert and CEO of the Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership. Her new book, coauthored by Janet Foutty and Lynn Perry Wooten, draws on the experiences and knowledge of two dozen of the world’s most successful leaders, offering advice for women hoping to arrive at the top, and thrive when they get there. Learn more about the book, "Arrive and Thrive: 7 Impactful Practices for Women Navigating Leadership," here: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/about-deloitte/articles/arrive-and-thrive.html Have you ever pondered about the following questions? How do we give people and their happiness the attention they deserve in our organizations and transformations? How do we enable change for people and not push change on people? How do we create the culture and environment we need for people to express themselves? How do we move forward and not get stuck in bureaucratic change management? Of course you have! That’s why you listen to our podcast. But while podcasts are a one-way street, our Forward Summits are all about interecations.  So why don’t you come and join the conversation, at our upcoming summit: HAPPINESS AS THE ‘WHY’ IN AGILE TRANSFORMATION, held in Berlin, Germany and online from 30 November – 2 December 2022. Hear from our kick-ass keynote speakers Sunny Grosso; Svenja Hofert; Debra Corey; and Fransisco Mahfuz. Take part in our practice sessions, case study sessions, open sessions and global networking, both in Berlin and online!  Go to fwd-summit.com from more information and tickets. And as a podcast listener, use the code FORWARDPOD at checkout to let us know you are a friend of the pod and receive some special Martie the Management Monster goodies.   For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/

When we talk about a truly happy workplace, the image we often conjure is that of a startup. Ping pong tables, employee coffee bars, mid-day massages… And while perks like these may not be as ubiquitous as they once were in the heyday of the tech boom, startups have permanently changed the way we view work. Today we explore life at a modern tech startup, and how companies and leaders are approaching employee happiness in a post-COVID world. Anna Loew, VP of People at Giant Swarm, joins host Elisa Tuijnder to discuss her company's unique approach to workplace culture and employee investment, which includes the deceptively simple precept: "Treat your employees like adults."  Have you ever pondered about the following questions? How do we give people and their happiness the attention they deserve in our organizations and transformations? How do we enable change for people and not push change on people? How do we create the culture and environment we need for people to express themselves? How do we move forward and not get stuck in bureaucratic change management? Of course you have! That’s why you listen to our podcast. But while podcasts are a one-way street, our Forward Summits are all about interecations.   So why don’t you come and join the conversation, at our upcoming summit: HAPPINESS AS THE ‘WHY’ IN AGILE TRANSFORMATION, held in Berlin, Germany and online from 30 November – 2 December 2022,   Hear from our kick-ass keynote speakers Sunny Grosso; Svenja Hofert; Debra Corey; and Fransisco Mahfuz. Take part in our practice sessions, case study sessions, open sessions and global networking, both in Berlin and online!   Go to fwd-summit.com from more information and tickets. And as a podcast listener, use the code FORWARDPOD at checkout to let us know you are a friend of the pod and receive some special Martie the Management Monster goodies.   For more happiness, visit https://management30.com/ 

In recent years, employers have begun to recalibrate their perceptions and their priorities when it comes to the workplace. One of the most notable evolutions has been in the realm of mental health, and a better understanding of the role it plays in employee satisfaction, productivity, and retention. Today we sit down with Sanctus co-founder George Bettany, who is helping companies change their own perceptions of mental health in the workplace, and taking what was once a taboo topic, and turning into just another part of the workday. Our Management 3.0 blog has many great articles by leaders, managers and facilitators from across the world and how they approach mental health in the workplace. Want to read more? Visit https://management30.com/blog/ and filter on mindfulness! For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

The world has been engaging with social media for decades now. And it seems like, no matter the platform, somehow these apps tend to bring out the worst in people. A few years ago, Stephanie Harrison tried to change that. She launched a social media channel that didn’t delve into politics, didn’t share mean-spirited memes or spread misinformation. It was a channel based on an incredibly simple question: Can you make an impact on social media, just by trying to make people happy? It turns out, the answer is yes.  We sit down with Harrison, who has since become a renowned author, speaker, consultant, well-being expert, and founder of “The New Happy,” to discuss how business leaders, employers, and employees can embrace a new version of happiness in their working lives. What leads to a happy life? What are the various ways to be happy? Happiness means different things to each of us, yet after doing extensive research, Management 3.0 founder, Jurgen Appelo, discovered a 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 time in pursuit of happiness, yet instead of searching for it we need to find ways to live it, embrace it and implement it into our daily lives. We created the 12 Steps to Happiness - you can find more information and even download a free poster of the 12 steps at management30.com/practice For more happiness, visit www.management30.com

Recently, analysts and media outlets – including our podcast – have talked a lot about the "Great Resignation" in the wake of the pandemic. And while those are worthy discussions, the truth is that workplaces and employee perceptions have been shifting for quite a while now. Consultants and freelancers – those of us who have worked alongside a wide range of employers and business leaders over the course of decades – share unique insight into how the working world has changed, and what we can learn from those changes as we move further into this new, uncharted landscape we find ourselves in. Today we sit down with Lorraine Margherita, an organizational consultant, speaker, and sought-after freelancer who has worked with thousands of managers and leaders over the years, to discuss her own professional journey, and what it’s taught her. In this episode we talk about the essence of diverse teams, bringing everyone to the table to solve complex problems. Modern organizations should try to increase diversity, beyond acknowledging gender differences. Diversity can be about age, ethnicity, where you’re from, where you grew up, skills, experience, education, and much more. At Management 3.0, we have a practice named 'The Diversity Index.' This easy tool can help your team and organization acquire insight into how high its current diversity level is. A downloadable template is available on our website. To learn more, visit www.Management30.com/practice For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

There are so many obstacles that can prevent us from being happy at work, from salaries and commutes to incompatible teams and weird smells from the break room kitchen. But some of the most difficult challenges aren’t external at all. We carry them with us from home, to the office, and back home again. These are intensely personal things like uncertainty, doubt, self-criticism, or the many varieties of fear. Today we sit down with Lia Garvin, a renowned author, operations leader, and sought-after speaker who has worked with some of the most influential companies in tech, including Microsoft, Apple and Google. Garvin joins host Elisa Tuijnder to discuss some unique approaches for moving beyond those internal obstacles, and using them as the foundation of a new, happier, and more satisfying career. Want to learn more about redirecting your own feelings? Check out the Management 3.0 module on Emotional Intelligence, where we look into how understanding our own emotions can make us more effective and successful managers and leaders. For more info and planned workshops, visit www.management30.com/modules  For more happiness, visit www.management30.com  

One of the leadership trends for 2022 we spotted was “The Great Employee Experience Awakening” Finally - putting people first. In this episode, we are talking to two experts - Agile coaches at Wemanity Netherlands - Viola and Frank. They speak about the essence of employees first and the employee journey.   At Management 3.0, we have long been convinced of putting employees first; something we can highlight is the Summer Summit we organized around this topic. You can find more information on fwd-summit.com. Also, our Agility in HR workshop, where we combine the Foundation Workshop with additional content and ICAgile accreditation. Designed for those working in or closely with Human resources. You can find more information and planned workshops on management30.com/workshops

It’s been called many things, but most famously, The Great Resignation. But however we refer to the massive shift away from traditional 9-5 office roles in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the result is the same. How we view work – and how we view ourselves as workers and managers – has been fundamentally changed. Forever.   For leaders, it’s not enough to adapt to these changes. We need to understand why they happened and what employees are trying to tell us. Today on the podcast, we’re going to explore that shift together with Bonnie Low Kramen, dive into what it means for workplace satisfaction, and examine how leaders and employers can improve experiences for their workers in meaningful, lasting ways.   Management 3.0 has many resources when it comes to new ways of working - maybe you would like to check out our Remote Teams module?   Find all information at management30.com

Does remote work sometimes feel isolating? Do you want to talk through complex problems with others? Or do you think that creating a work community will benefit your organization?   In this episode, you will learn about communities and how they impact employee happiness and well-being. Hear about practical tips from Sara Ramos our Management 3.0 community builder, as well as best-practice examples from companies she has worked with. And if you are curious about Management 3.0’s own community - then keep on listening as we will have special a offer for our podcast listeners as well.   Did you know that one of the Management 3.0 practices is Business Guilds or Communities of practice? You can learn more about them and other resources for your agile leadership toolbox on the Management 3.0 Website.   For more happiness, visit www.management30.com

While we take a little break to shape the future of the Happiness at Work podcast. We have another look at our most popular episodes of 2021!  The need for companies to care about people is not only trendy but necessary for organizations to survive. Lorna Borenstein, founder and CEO of Grokker, a company focused on wellbeing and engagement solutions, and author of the new book It’s Personal: The Business Case for Caring, says there’s a financial, human, and brand case for why  companies need to invest in employee well-being.  For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

While we take a little break to shape the future of the Happiness at Work podcast. We have another look at our most popular episodes of 2021!  Once you know what you want to do it’s important to stay grounded and envision where you want to go and how you want to get there, says Rebekah Louisa Smith, founder of The Film Festival Doctor and author of the new book, Born to Do It: Becoming the Leader of a Business Niche Using Powerful Spiritual Techniques. Find out how Rebekah uses manifestation, cosmic boards, and cosmic ordering to guide people into following their purpose and launching successful businesses.  For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

While we take a little break to shape the future of the Happiness at Work podcast. We have another look at our most popular episodes of 2021!  There is half a trillion dollars of lost productivity because of people calling in sick to work because they don't want to work with someone, says Peter Economy, Wall Street Journal best-selling author. Known for his wildly successful book, Managing for Dummies, Peter's launched his newest book: Wait, I’m Working With Who?!? because he realized how pervasive toxic workplaces, toxic colleagues and toxic bosses were. People need to have the courage to confront to take on toxicity, not just tolerate it, he says.  For more happiness, visit www.management30.com

While we take a little break to shape the future of the Happiness at Work podcast. We have another look at our most popular episodes of 2021! There are unwritten rules that people adopt without realizing them and these can kill a culture, says Tom DeMarco, world-renowned software engineer, consultant, and author of more than 15 books including his newest Happy to Work Here: Understanding and Improving the Culture at Work. Tom says we need to constantly be creating new social capital and the best way to do that is to maximize the moments that aren't focused on work. Find out what that looks like in a post-Covid world where more people are working remotely, and what companies need to do to create thriving cultures where people feel connected to the purpose. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com

While we take a little break to shape the future of the Happiness at Work podcast. We have another look at our most popular episodes of 2021! Sean Sessel, the head of the Oculus Institute and author of the upcoming book: Science of Career Freedom, talks to us about a scientific way to take career and personal inventory to find out if you're on the right career trajectory, or if it's time to change course. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com

While we take a little break to shape the future of the Happiness at Work podcast. We have another look at our most popular episodes of 2021! One of the biggest mistakes managers make for self-managing teams is to step away, says Jef Cumps. Co-founder of iLean and author of Sociocracy 3.0, Jef says managers need to hold the space for teams, and provide guidance and psychological safety. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com

While we take a little break to shape the future of the Happiness at Work podcast, we have another look at our most popular episodes of 2021! We kick off with productivity expert Robbie Slaughter, who taught us the importance of having systems in place that work for each of us individually and what it takes to set and achieve daily goals. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

The secret to a strong advocate is choice, compassion, creativity, curiosity and credibility says Heather Hansen, founder and CEO of Advocate to Win and author of the new book Advocate to Win: 10 Tools to Ask for What You Want and Get It. Find out why advocating for yourself is about changing people's choices in a genuine and authentic way and how asking questions is magic and reading body language and tone of voice can help get people on your side. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

We need to double down on fewer, but more authentic, more battle tested relationships, says David Nour, podcast host, executive coach, and author of more than 10 books, including his most recent: Curve Benders. The most influential and successful leaders are the most self-aware, he says. They are people who stop letting things happen to them and instead plan ahead and take ownership of their emotions, actions and how they're coming across to those around them. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

The best leaders are relatable, equitable, aware and loyal, says LaTonya Wilkins, founder of The Change Coaches, LLC and author of Leading Below the Surface: How to Build Real and Psychologically Safe Relationships with People Who Are Different from You. Learn why one of the easiest ways to making people feel safe is by listening and how true cultural change needs to happen below the surface. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Once you realize you’re wrong don’t let your ego get in the way, says Valerie Patrick, president of Fulcrum Connection LLC and author of the new book When Bad Teams Happen to Good People. The biggest problem with teams is not enough planning and too much focus on content, she said. Teams need address leadership problems and create an environment where all team members can be productive. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Organizations need to create higher trust and measure impact if they want to maintain and create a thriving culture, says Erik Fogg, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at ProdPerfect and interluding political author and business book ghost-writer. Find out why making hard decisions and ensuring each employee has a clearly articulated answer to the question, why am I here and why am I doing this, is key to creating a thriving company. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Human beings were only wired to deal with a certain amount of change, says Jake Jacobs, CEO and founder of Real Time Strategic Change and author of the new book Leverage Change: 8 Ways To Achieve Faster, Easier, Better Results. Too much change can leads to anxiety, stress, decreased performance, decreased energy and can have enormous consequences for people, he says. The secret to combatting change fatigue is focusing on the things that will stay the same, he says. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

When you get anything from the outside you don’t trust yourself, says Carol Sanford, CEO and author of numerous books including: No More Feedback: Cultivate Consciousness at Work. Find out why Carol says feedback should be abolished in exchange for self-observation. When we don’t learn self observationm we can’t see that we’re projecting onto other people. People wake up and become alive when they’re in charge of their own growth. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

There is half a trillion dollars of lost productivity because of people calling in sick to work because they don't want to work with someone, says Peter Economy, Wall Street Journal best-selling author. Known for his wildly successful book, Managing for Dummies, Peter's launched his newest book: Wait, I’m Working With Who?!? because he realized how pervasive toxic workplaces, toxic colleagues and toxic bosses were. People need to have the courage to confront to take on toxicity, not just tolerate it, he says. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Self proclaimed, creative troublemaker, Josh Linkner, says we have to challenge assumptions and never stay still for too long if we want to be successful. A business leader and New York Times bestselling author of, Big Little Breakthroughs, Josh started his career as a jazz guitarist and then went on to become the founder and CEO of five tech companies, which sold for a combined value of over $200 million. Find out why Josh says we underestimate the risk of standing still and why we should focus on micro innovations that can lead to big breakthroughs. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

There are unwritten rules that people adopt without realizing them and these can kill a culture, says Tom DeMarco, world-renowned software engineer, consultant, and author of more than 15 books including his newest Happy to Work Here: Understanding and Improving the Culture at Work. Tom says we need to constantly be creating new social capital and the best way to do that is to maximize the moments that aren't focused on work. Find out what that looks like in a post-Covid world where more people are working remotely, and what companies need to do to create thriving cultures where people feel connected to the purpose. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

People prefer to be in an external situation where they can focus on the work but if you want to build a career you love you have to have the target first, says Sean Sessel, the head of the Oculus Institute and author of the upcoming book Science of Career Freedom. Take a scientific look at how to do career and personal invetory to find out if you're on the right trajectory, or if it's time to change course. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Once you know what you want to do it’s important to stay grounded and envision where you want to go and how you want to get there, says Rebekah Louisa Smith, founder of The Film Festival Doctor and author of the new book, Born to Do It: Becoming the Leader of a Business Niche Using Powerful Spiritual Techniques. Find out how Rebekah uses manifestation, cosmic boards and cosmic ordering to guide people into following their purpose and launching succesful businesses. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Co-author of The Ever-Loving Essence of You, Jamie Lerner, explains how to make the best of bad situations and how the power of self-love and acceptance can help your life and career. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

The future of recruiting is that we’re going to have to go a lot faster than what we’re doing, said Mike Seidle, co-founder and chief technology officer at Pivot CX , a company that helps screen unqualified and unengaged job candidates. The pool for talent is shrinking, says Mike. Find out how candidates can leverage it and what recruiters can do to make sure they get the best people for the job. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Back with his second book, From Suck to Success: A Guide for Extraordinary Entrepreneurship, Todd Palmer CEO of Extraordinary Advisors, says that we need to change our internal language from a fixed, victim mindset, to a growth mindset and anchor ourselves into the purpose of what we want.  For more happiness, visit www.management30.com  

David Ibarra, author of Stop Drifting and founder of eLeaderTech, has spent his life helping people be happy, combat uncertainty and bounce back from adversity. Find out what it takes to overcome a lack of passion and learn that it's never too late to define your purpose. For more stories, visit www.management30.com

We spend one third of our lives at work, approximately 80,000 hours, and we can choose how to spend that time, said Michal Šrajer co-founder and Chief Happiness Officer at Happiness@Work and host of the Happiness@Work podcast. Find out why Michal switched careers from a software engineering to taking care of people, and what he says are the four main ingredients for companies to foster happiness at work. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

We spend one third of our lives at work, approximately 80,000 hours, and we can choose how to spend that time, said Michal Šrajer co-founder and Chief Happiness Officer at Happiness@Work and host of the Happiness@Work podcast. Find out why Michal switched careers from a software engineering to taking care of people, and what he says are the four main ingredients for companies to foster happiness at work. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

The pandemic has highlighted the need for companies to focus on well-being at work, says Jill Kane, a workplace well-being consultant who partners with and implements multi-dimensional well-being strategies. Find out why Jill says in the near future we're going to see a teams dedicated to well-being, which will become part of the culture and overall values, rather than an afterthought. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Leaders need to be thinking about how they can promote growth and not worry about having answers to everything, says Mario Moussa, co-author of Committed Teams and The Culture Puzzle. Find out why his biggest concern post-COVID, is company culture and connection and why people feel more engaged when they feel like they're building history together. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Is it better to build on your weaknesses or build on your strengths, asks Eric Shepherd, executive director or talent transformation guild and co-author of Talent Transformation: Develop Today’s Team for Tomorrow’s World of Work. Eric says today it's best to build on strength and find a job that suits your skills and personality. The more we can use our natural behaviors at work the more successful and happier we'll be. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

So many people choose careers because of the pay check, but we need to start looking at professional growth differently, says Todd Miller, author of ENRICH: Create Wealth in Time, Money, and Meaning; a book about owning your life, dreams, and finances. Years ago Tom was flabbergasted at how business people made short term and foolish career decisions based on the size of the signing bonus, find out why he says that has to change and how the pandemic has helped us see things differently. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

One of the biggest mistakes managers make for self-managing teams is to step away, says Jef Cumps. Co-founder of iLean and author of Sociocracy 3.0, Jef says managers need to hold the space for teams, and provide guidance and psychological safety. Jef will also be speaking at our upcoming Forward Webinar where he'll be talking about self-managing teams in a post-pandemic world. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

The key to successful companies with thriving cultures, is to remove HRs obligation to the company. Rebecca Weaver, the founder and CEO of HR Uprise, a company that connects people with HR coaches to help grow, develop, and navigate tough workplace challenges, says employee advocacy is on the rise. It took a second wave of the #MeToo movement for Rebecca to realize that years earlier she'd experienced pregnancy discrimination at work. That realization, coupled with personal challenges, has helped her focus her energies and teach others that how we spend our time needs to count. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Ninety six percent of leaders experience burnout at some point in their careers, says Charlotte Wiseman, a positive psychology consultant that focuses on CEO burnout and workplace wellbeing. It took Charlotte feeling like she couldn't live another day, in order to realize the importance of mental health on leaders. Find out what is missing in terms of properly addressing mental health at work and why we've only scratched the surface, even with renewed focus on it because of COVID-19. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

People spend 25% of their time bending themselves out of shape for others, says Wei-Li Chong, U.S. President of MindGym, a behavior change company that works to create company-wide behavioral change and improve culture. In order to be truly inclusive, companies have to help organizations understand the difference between making an honest mistake and what should be forbidden. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

The renowned master of collaboration, Carlos Valdes-Dapena, author and founder and managing principal of Corporate Collaboration Resources, says collaboration is key to creating successful organizations, but not enough focus is placed on what it takes to collaborate and measuring how people work in collaborative settings. Find out why trust doesn't need to come before collaboration, but why a company needs to create an environment where people can trust each other. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

The need for companies to care about people is not only trendy, but necessary, for organizations to survive. Lorna Borenstein, founder and CEO of Grokker, a company focused on wellbeing and engagement solutions, and author of the new book It’s Personal: The Business Case for Caring, says there's a financial, human and brand case for why companies need to invest in employee well-being. Above all, she says, is the need to connect employees to each other and to you as a company, likely the most under exercised muscle that most companies mistake. For more, visit www.management30.com.

Recognition expert and director of Workstars, Andrew Greenwood, says we have to turn off rewards and start with recognition, if we're going to create thriving, engaged and loyal teams. Find out why trust is the key to peer-to-peer recognition and why micro incentives is the way of the future. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Back for another inspirational podcast, David Burkus, business thought leader and author of new book, Leading from Anywhere, explains how to be a powerful and inspirational remote leader, and make sure your team doesn't suffer burnout. Learn why successful teams are boundaryless and have a culture of shared understanding. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

The key to being happy is focusing on internal happiness, rather than thinking that when we achieve certain milestones everything will be ok, says Michelle Wax, founder of the American Happiness Project, a company that focuses on helping teams thrive in uncertainty and create positive mindsets. Happy people cut out those that drain them and know that the key to success is starting the day off on their own terms. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

We have to get past the stories we tell ourselves in order to create the life we want at work, says Carson Tate, founder of Working Simply and author of her newest book, Own It. Love It. Make It Work. In order to demand the job you want, you need to check your assumptions, know how you want to be recognized and rewarded and remember that you add value. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Leaders are often so focused on the drive, they can overlook ways they might not be respecting others’ dignity, says Marilyn Gist, executive coach and author of The Extraordinary Power of Leader Humility: Thriving Organizations & Great Results. Leaders need to balance confidence with arrogance and appearing meek and above all, they have to understand that they can’t have healthy relationships with employees if they they don't support other people’s sense of self worth For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Jill Valdez, founder and COO of LINK, and author of The Ultimate Guide to Bringing Out the Best In Your People, is back on our podcast for an insightful look at what to do when you hate your job but love the company. Jill says creating change is about identifying people of influence that you can speak to, articulating why you don't like the role and taking intelligent risks. For more stories, visit www.management30.com 

A lack of empowerment and micromanagement, continue to be leadership blind spots when creating a great work culture, says Jason Richmond, president and CEO at Ideal Outcomes and author of Culture Spark: 5 Steps to Ignite and Sustain Organizational Growth. Find out how the pandemic has had a positive impact on proving to companies how resilient they actually are and how agile they can be. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

What are the things you did as a child that you’re not doing as an adult? Natalie Siston, life and business coach, speaker, and author of Let Her Out: Reclaim Who You Have Always Been, combed through her diaries as a child, in order to let more of her younger self shine through as an adult. We all need to go through our archives to remind ourselves of the things we were doing when we had smiles on our faces, and do more of that in our professional and personal lives. For more happiness visit, www.management30.com 

Meditation is not about achieving a state, but accepting the state you're in, says Jan-Philipp Martini, Mindfulness Lead and Consultant at the Boston Consulting Group. After meditating in monasteries, Jan-Philippe says we can train our minds to be more conscious and aware and ultimately to be better leaders. Find out what his new study on COVID and wellbeing discovered about leaders that practice mindfulness. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Empty your head of what’s floating around and then select what's important and what makes you happy, says Sophie Chiche, two time TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and the co-author of The Power of Personal Accountability: Achieve what Matters to You. People equate productivity to doing more stuff, says Sophie, when what we really need to be asking ourselves is if what we're doing means something. In this refreshing and insightful conversation, discover how to be more deliberate about being productive. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

After 30 years of working in big companies, John Stepper says he saw a tragic waste of potential, which led him to create the 12-week method to working out loud and building connections. Founder of Working Out Loud, John says the key to building effective and collaborative relationships at work is to build trust and a sense of relatedness. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com

Want to become the go-to person at work? Start by adding value, says Bruce Tulgan, founder and CEO of RainmakerThinking and author of new book, The Art of Being Indispensable at Work, a guide to becoming the go-to person in our new world of work. People are desperate to illustrate their value because they're afraid of losing their jobs, says Bruce. But people are overcommitting and getting overwhelmed. Find out why people need to start by leading from where they are, managing themselves first everyday and realizing that having influence is all about reputation and trust. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

When people delegate they reduce the 'noise', says Emily Morgan, Founder and CEO of Delegate Solutions, a virtual assistant company that helps entrepreneurs meet their delegation goals. But why aren't more people doing it? Emily says we need to understand the science of delegation and realize it's a continuous conversation that involves trust and communication. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com

Shane Metcalf, Chief Culture Officer and cofounder of 15Five and co-host of the 15five business podcast, has built a company voted the third best place to work on Glassdoor because it focuses on people. What do companies need to do to create a culture for people to thrive? Shane says it starts with a mindset and to come from an intention to be of service.  For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Nic Marks, has been coined the "statistician with a soul", and believes that happiness can and should be measured, for people to take it seriously. Founder of Friday Pulse, an organization that focuses on improving happiness at work, Nic helps companies become more engaged and connected by making them measure their happiness and start conversations about what needs to be done to improve it. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Rob Oberwise, founder and managing partner of Executive Partners International and co-author of Developing Global Leaders, A Guide to Managing Effectively in Unfamiliar Places has been improving organizations for years. Now he's using lessons learned from decades of experience, to help companies navigate the pandemic and find opportunity, even amid crisis. Learn why Rob says if he had to do it all over again, he would have listened more and pushed less. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com

The only constant in business is that no one can sit still, which is why organizations have to keep moving to stay relevant, says Jason Thane, co-founder of GenUi, an engineering and software development firm that builds apps with a collaborative approach. As companies scramble to keep up with digital transformation (now and pre-COVID-19), Jason says the important thing is to focus on building value-based organizations and fostering a workplace that cares about culture. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com 

Productivity expert and author of The New Science of Time Management: Why Emotional Awareness Matters Most for Control of Your Schedule, Robby Slaughter says we need be more aware of how we're expending our emotional energy, if we want to be more productive. Find out why you need systems in place that work for you and what it takes to set and actually achieve goals on a daily basis. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com

Companies need to work harder to onboard new employees, especially when working remotely, says Greg Besner, founder of CultureIQ and author of The Culture Quotient. A pioneer of promoting culture in the workforce, learn why Greg says companies need to ask more behavior based interview questions and why coronavirus means paying extra attention to the hiring and onboarding of new employees. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

When there is so much uncertainty we need to find places of power in order to recapture the sense of what matters, says Eileen McDargh, CEO of The Resiliency Group, and award-winning author of Burnout to Breakthrough: Building Resilience to Refuel, Recharge, and Reclaim What Matters. Find out why it takes resilience in order to control burnout and why it's so important that we do one thoughtful thing every day.

For people to be passionate about work and to own their engagement, they need to find their work highly meaningful. But that's not enough, says Jacqueline Throop-Robinson, founder of Spark Engagement Inc. and author of Fire Up Your Team: 50 Ways for Leaders to Connect, Collaborate and Create with their Teams. We also need to feel a sense a sense of progress. The act of celebrating is a market of progress and small wins keep us going for the longer haul, she says. Which is why companies can't overlook progress for purpose. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Good leaders need team buy in, says Dave McKeown, CEO of Outfield Leadership and author of, Author of The Self-Evolved Leader. Find out why traditional leadership models are failing and how becoming self-evolved can change the trajectory of success. The first thing to do is recognize what's in your control and what isn't and be careful not to fall into a cycle of victimhood. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.   

Happiness is an emotion that results from a deep place of joy, says Aaron McHugh. Host of the Work Life Play podcast and author of Fire Your Boss: Discover Work You Love Without Quitting Your Job, Aaron says it doesn't make sense to strive for work-life balance and we can't live our lives in a cycle of 'ifs'. In this inspiring podcast, Aaron explains what it takes to keep moving amid hardship and how he used his resilience, to navigate all that life threw at him and how he teaches others to do the same. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Hierarchical managers aren’t going to make it for too long, says Anna Tavis, professor and academic director of human capital management at NYU. "We all have the same size tile on the (Zoom) screen," she said. If the pandemic's taught us anything, it's that companies will start rethinking hierarchy and require their managers to bring their whole humanity to the job, she said. That means listening, asking questions, being observant and adopting new ways of recruitment and embracing digital transformation.

In order to truly change, we have to feel uncomfortable, says David Mantica, Vice President and general manager for Soft Ed US, a leading provider of transformational training services that works to support companies embrace agile methods. In his second Management 3.0 podcast appearance, David delves into why it's so important to be an adaptive leader, adopt a growth mindset and for leaders to realize that the only constant, is change. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Margie Warrell wanted to write a book the reassured people. Little did she know it would come out just before coronavirus rocked the world, when everyone became in need of reassurance. Author of several inspiring books, including her latest, You've Got This: The Life-Changing Power of Trusting Yourself and host of the Live Brave podcast, Margie explains what it takes to live a purposeful and brave life. Find out why it's so important, if you're overwhelmed, so just stay still and allow yourself to really feel what's going on.

Most people are very generous but struggle with asking questions, says Wayne Baker author of All You Have to do is Ask, a book focused on helping individuals ask the questions that will bring them success. Find out why Wayne says three little words: Join, Give, Ask, can help push people who are afraid of asking questions into a different mentality and how to know when to ask someone a question and who to ask it to. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Shelley Paxton went from Chief Marketing Officer at Harley-Davidson, to Chief Soul Officer of my her life and business. Author of Soulbbatical: A Corporate Rebel’s Guide to Finding Your Best Life and host of the Rebel Souls podcast, Shelley explains what it took for her to break away from the shackles of 'shoulds', and start living a life she was passionate about. Find out what it means to rebel for, rather than against something, and what it takes to stop lying to ourselves. Shelley Paxton is joining Forward Virtual, November 19-20. She will be talking with Christopher Tuff, National Bestselling Author of The Millennial Whisperer, about adapting for the new world of work and workers. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Author of the wildly famous, Managing for Dummies, Peter Economy takes a look back at his hit book and compares lessons with his newest book: Wait I’m the Boss?!? about what it takes to be an effective manager. Most of the key ingredients, building trust, empowering teams and knowing how to communicate, haven't changed, he says. Find out what it takes to be an excellent new manager and what habits old managers should shed. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

There is no contradiction between showing solidarity and having a successful company, says Tom van der Lubbe, co-founder of Viisi and speaker at our upcoming Forward Summit, on November 19 & 20. The coronavirus has reminded everyone what matters and the importance of human connection, says Tom. Join Tom on November 19, where he speaks at Management 3.0's first Forward Virtual Summit, about remebering that one day we will die, so we should value the life we are living. Buy your tickets today! https://fwd-summit.com/virtual/program/ For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Years ago when Mike Robbins had to give up his baseball career due to injury, his one regret was not appreciating what he had while it was happening. Years later, the keynote speaker, podcast host and author of the new book, We're All in This Together, keeps a gratitude journal and asks himself and his family daily what they're grateful for. This has helped Mike coach and lead multinational compaines to encompass a culture of success and most of all psychological safety. Find out what it takes to create psychologically safe spaces for your teams, especially amid COVID-19, and what it looks like to appreciate what you have, when you have it. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Financial guru Manisha Thakor has been able to retire at 50. Find out how this co-author of On My Own Two Feet: A Modern Girl’s Guide to Personal Finance and founder of moneyzen.com, navigated her way to financial success and what she advises people to overcome the various stages of: money shame, money guilt, money overwhelm and money confusion. An excellent podcast about making money less scary and excellent tips for entrepreneurs. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Leaders need to be measuring results not face time, says Roberta Matuson, CEO of Matuson Consulting and author of the book Evergreen Talent: A Guide to Hiring and Cultivating a Sustainable Workforce. Find out why she says what's most important right now to creating optimal work environments, is to cut employees a break, stop micromanaging and most importantly, to genuinely check in and listen. And learn why Roberta earned the name Talent Maximizer, and how companies can maximize talent now and after COVID-19. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Ryan Ripley, host of the podcast Agile for Humans and co-author of Fixing Your Scrum, talks about the benefits of Scrum values and Agile principles and how to avoid anti-scrum patterns. People love certainty, which makes it hard when people feel like they don't have it all figured out. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.   

In order to allow your team to flourish and find solutions, leaders have to stop leading from a place of fear and reaction and start being experimental leaders, says Melanie Parish, author of, The Experimental Leader: Be a New Kind of Boss to Cultivate an Organization of Innovators. Find out what seven dysfunctional leadership styles to avoid and why self reflection is the key to stop being so reactive. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

We spend so much time avoiding feeling uncomfortable that we don't realize if we just sit with the emotions, we'll move past it. Amy Smith, certified confidence coach and host of The Joy Junkie Show, explains what it takes to have hard conversations at work and at home, how to say no, set boundaries and most of all to stop caring about what other people think. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Now more than ever human resources needs a seat at the table. As companies work from home, teams need to build trust and they can do that by getting to know each other better. Jason Treu, author of Social Wealth and host of the Executive Breakthroughs podcast says that right now working remotely is going OK because everyone's in crisis mode with a common purpose. But he cautions that once that starts to fade we’ll go back to pre-COVID times, where companies are struggling to build effective cultures. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

If you change behavior you’ll change the nature of an organization, said Gregory Shea, co-author of Leading Successful Change, a book about helping organizations pivot successfully. Find out why we're not always framing the problem correctly when it comes to change and why culture change within organizations is the hardest shift for companies to make. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Management 3.0 is putting on its first ever virtual and in-person conferences. Forward, is an avant-garde, first of its kind event to bring people together, share knowledge and learn new management and leadership skills. In this episode we go behind the scenes with our conference master, Sarah Startup. Find out how we navigated making conference decisions during the Coronavirus, why our virtual conference in November is the only one of its kind and why these are two events you will not want to miss. Sarah is the brains behind our fabulous Management 3.0 Summits: Forward Virtual and  Forward In-Person. Join us for Forward Virtual November 19 & 20. This event enables fantastic connections & networking throughout the world! Join this unique experience where we co-create & connect to redefine the future of management & leadership. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com   

Alessandro Fossato, founder of Interlogica and self proclaimed facilitator for technological change, explains how his company went remote in just four hours when Italy went on lockdown due to the coronavirus and how now they'll never look back. Learn how his company dealt with the shift and why their new merit money system changed the way people think about giving gratitude. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Even for remote working guru, Gonçalo Silva, what's happened because of the Coronavirus has changed things for his team. With more than a decade of remote working experience, Goncalo, CTO of Doist, a remote-based company that focuses on providing the tools that promote calmer and more balanced teams, says the situation has created a global bubble of anxiety. Find out why companies need to accept that the situation we're in isn't normal, in order to create clarity, foster trust and transparency among teams. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

What holds people back is not fully knowing themselves, not knowing their strengths and not understanding how they think, said Joe Trodden, a coach who focuses on helping entrepreneurs develop their mindset to become effective leaders. Find out why the period between start-up and scale-up is pivotal for a business and why it's key for people need to find and understand their place in the company's story. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

You don’t need to think big to succeed, be open to chance and there is great power in community when it comes to business success. Eric Schultz, chairman and CEO of Sensitech and author of Innovation on Tap, recounts the greatest lessons as told by 25 American entrepreneurs. Find out why happy, successful entrepreneurs tend not to dent the future but rather work on a problem that’s immediate and present. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Dr. Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler, leading expert on conflict and organizational psychology and author of, Optimal Outcomes: Free Yourself from Conflict at Work, at Home, and in Life, takes a counter intuitive approach to resolving conflict. Find out why conflicts aren't always resolvable, but why freeing ourselves from conflict in order to achieve freedom, is possible. An insightful and refreshing look at breaking our own patterns during conflict. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

How can we be more inclusive of our customers? What's one thing we'll do differently in the next two weeks? Transformation can be daunting but if we take incremental steps it doesn't have to be overwhelming. In this fabulous episode, the super star duo, Tanya Spencer, senior HR business partner at BT in London and Stephanie South, HR business partner for HSBC technology, explain what it takes to adopt agile practices in HR and why HR needs to be the beacons right now and help leaders stay connected with their teams and keep up morale. Tanya Spencer and Stephanie South are speaking at Forward Virtual as well as Forward Summit in Berlin. Forward Virtual Day 1, 19th November 2020, 10:35 – 11:15 Your beautiful strategy is undeliverable: Too many initiatives, too much jargon, but great aspirations? Too many plans and too little progress but all the right intent? Apply agile techniques to executive and other non-technical teams to help them streamline and make real progress against their aspirations. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.

Nineteen years ago Michael O'Brien had a near death accident that changed his life. Today, the corporate coach and author of Shift: Creating Better Tomorrows, says that the accident forced him to write a new script for a life that he was going through the motions in. Find out why Michael thinks the coronavirus is forcing all of us to pause and figure out where we want to go and who we're surrounding ourselves with. Join Michael as he rides for change on July 11, almost two decades years after he almost lost his life. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

In this special 200th episode of our Happiness at Work Podcast, we share insights and clips from some of our most popular shows and take a look at what people say happiness means to them! For more, visit www.management30.com.

HR has been given a fantastic opportunity to become more strategic, says Myles Hopkins, Business Agility Strategist at Be Agile, they just need to step up to the plate. Myles says HR needs to stop sitting on the sidelines and seeing themselves as something separate from the business but rather they need to get into the trenches. Find out why HR is integral to the team and to recruiting talent and why adopting a company wide agile culture, starts with them.  For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

What does it take to make life changing decisions? How can couples navigate transitions and maintain a balance of power? How can couples use the coronavirus to actually better their relationships? Jennifer Petriglieri discusses all of this and more in an intriguing and timely podcast. The major trap people are falling into during the coronavirus is thinking that it’s all about the practicalities, when in fact we need to first be mapping out our concerns. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Today, most companies are behind, they don’t reflect the world that they do business in said Jennifer Brown. Founder, president and CEO of Jennifer Brown Consulting and best-selling author of Inclusion: Diversity, the New Workplace & the Will to Change, Jennifer says most companies still have a long way to go in creating a genuine culture of inclusion. Find out why being good people doesn't mean we're being effectively inclusive and why senior managers have to really commit to creating change by measuring and understanding the gaps and then making people accountable for their actions. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.

People need to stop treating culture like something that we have no control over, says Lynne Viscio and Jennifer Landis. Co-authors of the book Five Frequencies, Lynne and Jennifer say leaders need to be culture shapers in their organizations and to do this, they need to be in tune with their signals. Find out which five signals leaders need to fine tune in order to lead successful companies where people feel psychologically safe and can thrive. The first place to start? Leaders need to stop letting poor performers off the hook. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Influence is the ability to make things happen without having authority, said David Mantica, Vice President and General Manager for SoftEd. David explains what happened when his company adoped an agile approach and delves into why it's so important to go in with an understanding rather than a bias. The biggest mistake people make is not giving up control, he said.  For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

People beg to work for you when they know their purpose and they feel the work they’re doing is aligned and fulfilling, said Angela Lauria, founder of The Author Incubator and author of numerous books including Wall Street journal best seller: Make ‘Em Beg to work for you. Find out why Angela's company only hires people who know their purpose and why the best way to attract the right people is through a clear and controversial mission statement. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

Half of the population has a fixed mindset, the other half has a growth mindset, says Ryan Gotttfredson, author of, Successful Mindsets and mental success. From an early age Ryan didn't realize that he was sometimes coming from a negative way of thinking. Find out what it took to change his outlook and why so many of us get stuck in negative desires. What does it take to shift from a prevention and fixed mindset, to one of success? It's all about engaging in regular awakening practices. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

Back for another riveting episode, Arie van Bennekum, expert on agile transformation and co-author of The Agile Manifesto, helps us navigate the age of corona by highlighting the importance of adopting the agile principles, now more than ever. The world is changing, which means we have to adapt. Find out how to use digital highway to stay close to your people and why it's particularly important right now to keep teams together and making sure they feel supported. For more, visit www.management30.com

How much of a difference does it make if employees have a vested interest in the success of their company? A huge one, according to Pola Henderson and Maxime Bouroumeau-Fuseau. Content and community manager and co-founder of Digicoop, respectively, Pola and Maxime explain why when people have a stake in where they're working it leads to better cooperation, smarter problem solving and greater overall success.

Stop being frightened of your people and stop being frightened of hurting their feelings, says Russell Thackeray, founder and director of QED and host of the podcast, Resilience Unravelled. Are companies focusing enough on people's mental health at work and if so what do they need to start doing differently to make people more resilient. Find out why being productive leads to engagement and not the other way around and what it takes to treat mental health as importantly as physical health.

Psychologically we’re all social animals who just like spending time together, said Jono Bacon, founder and CEO of Jono Bacon Consulting and best-selling author of The Art of Community. People want to become part of environments with a shared mission and shared ethos, the hard part however is building a thriving community. Find out what it takes to create successful communities in all three areas including consumer, champion and collaborator and why the key is to making people feel valued. For more, visit www.management30.com.

If companies don't drill down and fix the dynamic between management and HR it'll harm teams and the company ecosystem, says Darja Gutnick, co-founder and CEO of Bunch.ai, a company focused on changing the way the world views company culture. Find out why Darja is worried about the relationship between HR leaders and management, why companies have so much baggage from the old days and what needs to be done to keep up with an ever changing work environment. For more, visit www.management30.com.

Find funny things about the situation you're in, discover what makes you laugh and make fun of yourself. Chris Tabish, author of Comediology, co-founder of Venture West Consulting, and overall expert in how comedy and work fit together, shares his thoughts and advice on how to stay 'light' during this uncertain and often anxious time.  For more, visit www.management30.com.

In the age of the current uncertainty, many companies are wishing they'd shifted to being more agile "yesterday", said Diana Russo thought-leader in Agile HR and creator of The 12 ingredients of Agile Organizations. In this special episode Diana explains what it takes right now to stay connected and motivated at work, even if we're working from home. Find out why the most important thing is to start with a daily check in. Hear Diana Speak: In addition to this excellent podcast, don’t miss another opportunity to hear Diana on Management 3.0. She’ll be joining Forward Virtual on November 20 to speak about the 12 ingredients of agile organizations. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Luisa Escobar used to be a command and control boss, but after learning about Management 3.0 practices, her company, work and life completely changed. Management 3.0 facilitator and leader of engagement and team culture at HBSIS, Latin America’s largest brewery, Luisa said she has the job she does today because of Management 3.0. Find out why Kudo Cards are so incredibly important and why the key to creating change is making sure people know and understand you. For more, visit www.management30.com.

It's all about making things more employee centric, said Julian Tesche, head of market development at Peakon, a company that measures and improves employee engagement through data. What do employees really want from their managers, why can being more agile within HR sometimes add stress for employees and what is the biggest difference between gen X and gen Z? For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Drew Tarvin always considered emotions as data. Today, the world’s first humor engineer and best-selling author of the new book Humor That Works: The Missing Skill for Success and Happiness at Work, says humor is essential for productive workplaces and to have better relationships with your colleagues and teams. What does it take to make humor a habit and can we really learn to be funny? For more, visit www.management30.com.  

We know what a healthy company looks like but we’re not consistently creating them, says Moe Carrick, founder of Moementum Inc. and author of Bravespace Workplace: Making Your Company Fit for Human Life. Why aren't we fully showing up at work? Why are leaders not being as effective as they can be? And what does it take to be brave enough to be vulnerable? Find out on this refreshingly insightful podcast. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Listening is an undervalued skill, yet one that's imperative if we're going to create strong relationships based on trust. In his new book, How to Lead in Product Management, Roman Pichler talks leadership, empathy, listening and why it's so important to take time to reflect and break away from the stress of life in order to be truly happy. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Our long time facilitator, Ryan Behrman explains how giving Management 3.0 workshops has helped move him forward and change the way he views work/life balance and fusion. What does it take to create a more productive team and what does it really mean to view the world through a systemic lens? At our Forward Virtual Summit on November 20, Ryan will be facilitating an open space double session, where attendees will vote with their “virtual feet” on the hottest topics in management and leadership. Get your ticket today! For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Turn your lets into 'by when' and get things done, says Chris Tuff, the youngest partner in the 100-year history of the company 22squared, and author of The Millennial Whisperer. How can older generations better connect with and establish relationships with millennials? Chris says that itt's about transparency, inspirational leadership and autonomy.  Hear Chris Tuff speak: In addition to this excellent podcast, don’t miss another opportunity to hear Chris on Management 3.0. He’ll be joining Forward Virtual on November 20 to be interviewed about Adapting For The New World Of Work & Workers. For more, visit www.management30.com. 

How can we use play science to transform our lives? Portia Tung, agile coach, play researcher, and author of the book The Dream Team Nightmare, says we have to find our own way to play in order to create transformational change. Find out why work is not the opposite of play and how they complement each other. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Co-founder of Viisi, a mortgage advice company, Tom van der Lubbe, says any type of bonus goes against who we are as people and is counter productive. Find out how to really put “people first” in organizations and create a salary structure routed in psychological safety. In addition to this excellent podcast, don’t miss another opportunity to hear Tom on Management 3.0. He’ll be joining Forward Virtual on November 19 to be interviewed about how to live life remembering that one day we are going to die. In this candid interview Tom shares what it means to “think with the end in mind”. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Years ago Todd Palmer was $600,000 in debt and ran a company with a toxic work culture. More than a decade later, after firing his entire staff, the entrepreneur and CEO of Extraordinary Advisors is a record-holding 6-time recipient of INC 5000. In this inspiring interview, Todd explains what it took to shift his mindset, end imposter syndrome, take a chance on new hires and ultimately realize the value in the intention of being successful, rather than the expectation of being successful. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

The most successful organizations invest three times as much in staff training than the least successful ones, says Michael Gale. Wall Street Journal best selling author and host of Forbes’ Futures In Focus podcast, Michael says it's time we own our happiness and adapt to the future of work, especially in terms of becoming digital organizations. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Founder of Management 3.0, Jurgen Appelo is back on this special episode as he delves into his newest initiative, Shiftup. Find out why happiness means closing the gap between your situation and your expectation and how business agility is the starting point for organizational change. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Back on the show are the hilarious Jennifer Rock and Michael Voss, authors of Operation Clusterpuck, a book about how to overcome the everyday struggles of company culture. Find out why happy hour is essential for worker happiness and why we have to stop taking ourselves so seriously. For more, visit www.management30.com.   

Most employees only think about their careers when they’re responding to crisis, said Jakob Heuser, Silicon Valley veteran and owner of Aibex. What does it take to help your employee truly understand their goals? Jakob helps people bridge the gap before they speak to their bosses about how to advance their careers. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Great influencers attract people first to themselves and then to their ideas. Author, speaker and podcaster, Bob Burg explains what it takes to pull, not push, people to getting on board with your ideas and why the biggest mistake we make when trying to garner influence, is focusing on what we want, rather than on what the other person wants. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Generation X'ers should be positioned to be the next leaders, but they often feel blocked and suffer from the "prince Charles" syndrome, wondering 'when is my turn?', said Phyllis Haserot. Known as the cross-generational voice and author of “You Can’t Google It!,” a book that focuses on multi-generational conversations at work, Phyllis delves into what it takes to bridge generational gaps at work and stay relevant in your profession. For more, www.management30.com.

Technology is the biggest and most influential business in the world, says Anne Currie author and speaker on the ethics of technology and engineering. So it can’t be acceptable to think those companies are more interested in things than in people and than in doing what's right. Find out why 80% of tech developers said they'd do something unethical if asked and why it's so important to create environments where one person doesn't have utter control. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

Millie Blackwell, co-founder and CEO of Showcase Workshop says creating a positive work environment is all about injecting your personality into what you do. Find out how her company uses humor to interact with each other and with clients in order to better connect and what she learned when starting her own company before the age of 30. Want more information on Management 3.0, visit www.management30.com.  

Meetings must have clarity of purpose, people need to know why they're being held and must be actively engaged. Renowned as the 'meeting mavin', author Elise Keith explains what so many companies aren't getting right when it comes to meetings and how high performing teams are designing the conversations they have to be more focused and intentional.  For more information, visit www.management30.com.  

Intentionality is the door one has to walk through in order to be a good leader, says author and thought leader Meredith Whipple Callahan. Her latest book, Intentional Life: Reflections from Conscious Living, delves into what it means to be the author of your own life and explains what it takes to consciously question our choices as well as our actions. For more visit, www.management30.com.  

CEO and Co-Founder of Tasktop and author of the best selling book Project to Product, Mik Kersten explains what it takes for organizations to shift the way they manage software delivery. Find out how to survive and thrive in the age of digital disruption and what it means to work in flow. For more information, visit www.management30.com.  

So many people are living their dream on paper where everything looks like it’s really good, yet internally it feels like something is missing. Author of of the new book, The High Achiever’s Guide: Transform Your Success Mindset and Begin the Quest to Fulfillment, Maki Moussavi challenges successful people to be intentional and proactive about their lives, and never stop asking the question why.

His clients call him an analytical advisor, Ric Lindberg says he just wants to make the world a better place. Caught between two sides, one of tech and data and other of soft skills, find out why it's imperative that each side embody the other, especially when we're striving to be interconnected and create strong relationships. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

How can leaders drive change and the perspective of people impacted by change? Management 3.0 facilitator and global lean change agent Sarika Kharbanda says it's all about valuing the perspective of other people and understanding that change is not linear.  Hear Sarika Speak: In addition to this excellent podcast, don’t miss another opportunity to hear Sarika on Management 3.0. She’ll be joining Forward Virtual on November 19 to speak about how as a leader, you can see things not as they are but as you are. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Wim Thielemans, managing partner at Dynamo talks about the innovative world of job crafting and team crafting. Why do we so often get sucked into "learned helplessness" at work where we need a boss to tell us what to do, when in the rest of our lives we take charge? What would it look like if we could design our jobs and our teams to optimize productivity and overall satisfaction at work? For more, visit www.management30.com.  

After two decades of teaching people about positive engagement & positive psychology, husband and wife team Lee Colan and Julie Davis-Colan say that today everyone wants to feel more connected. Cofounders of The L Group and coauthors of the new book, The Power of Positive Coaching, the power duo talks about why people today want to connect with something larger than themselves, have a sense of purpose and why good leaders need to be willing to learn. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

The fabulous David Dame is back after his TEDx Talk about what it takes to see the world through a different lens. Born with Cerebral Palsy David has used his every day challenges to learn how to be an effective and agile leader. Find out why we need to be brave enough to be wrong and why deciding to do nothing is not an option when trying to create change. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Doctor, podcaster and die hard Survivor fan, Zale Mednick explains why he chose a 'conventional' career in medicine as a launching pad to design his life and choose a non-conventional path. What does it take to be a doctor on the hit series Survivor and what can we learn by challenging our pre-existing and often self-limiting beliefs? For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Why are Scrum and Management such a great fit? In this special episode Management 3.0 CEO Ralph van Roosmalen and Kurt Bittner, Vice President of Enterprise Solutions at Scrum.org talk Scrum, Management, Agile and what makes them fuse together so well especially when it comes to understanding the role of management within teams. Ralph is speaking at Forward Virtual as well as Forward Summit in Berlin. Join him on November 20, 2020 to understand maturity levels of virtual teams & experience Management 3.0 games. Why is it that in some organizations virtual working takes so much energy, and in other organizations people love it? Learn more about Forward and book your ticket! For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Jill Valdez has spent 18 years helping companies and people better communicate and overcome obstacles that keep people from being all that they are meant to be. Having worked in non-profits and now running her own business, LINK, she explains what it takes to develop engaged employees to improve the bottom line without pandemonium. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

In their new book husband and wife attorney duo, Andrea Kramer and Al Harris talk about how after 25 years there's still a very long way to go to remove bias from the workplace when it comes to gender equality. What can organizations do to get rid of subjective evaluation? How can we evaluate people based on core competencies? They say it starts at the top! For more, visit www.management30.com  

In this special Management 3.0 podcast episode our team gets candid about how we give bonuses. Instead of year-end rewards, we give each other bonus points and reward behavior on a continuous basis. Why is this system better than the classic reward structure and how do you know your colleagues won't game the system if you use it? Tune in to find out! Guests: Ralph van Roosmalen, Nadine Kohler, and Tahira Shameem. For more information, visit www.management30.com.

Ask non-judgmental clarifying questions, be curious and enter the conversation prepared to be surprised, said Judy Rees. Facilitator and author of Clean Language: Revealing Metaphors and Opening Minds, Juey says we're too reluctant to ask clarifying quesitons, which in turn leads to miscommunication. What happens when people are miscommunicating? They're assuming that those around them know what they mean by their words, when very often they don't. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

People should only focus on what they're good at, says Yann Toutant. CEO of Econocom NL and professional speaker focused on employee wellbeing and remote work, Yann says managers need to learn to lose control in order to get the most out of their teams. You have to lose control and trust that the outcome will be what you want.

How did Tristan White's Start-Up become Australia’s best place to work? By building trust and thoughtful personal and professional relationships and by leaning in to his employees. Author of Culture is Everything, Tristan says to be happy takes work. Hear Tristan White speak: In addition to this excellent podcast, don't miss another opportunity to hear Tristan on Management 3.0. He'll be joining Forward Virtual on November 19 to speak about how he became the entrepreneur behind one of Australia's Best Places to Work.  For more, visit www.management30.com.  

In this special episode with one of our Management 3.0 facilitators, find out why Edgar Rodehack says we're too hard on ourselves and why working individually isn't natural. What we all really want is to work together as a team. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Inspired by his work as a Management 3.0 facilitator, Eduardo Espinheira created his own 'human management module'. Find out why we sometimes forget that we're human and what it takes to fix Management bugs and create management fixes. In this special Management 3.0 facilitator episode we delve into how to uncover the opportunities in order to change what we have.

A special episode with some of our Management 3.0 crew about how to detect, combat and deal with burnout, especially if you're working remotely. Management 3.0 Zoo Keeper and founder and CEO of Collaboration Superpowers, Lisette Sutherland explains what it takes to have personal responsibility for ourselves and how she maintains an above 7 score on her daily 'calmness test'.

We all make mistakes but if we're afraid to talk about them then bigger mistakes can happen, especially at work. Find out why agile coach keynote speaker and self-certified unicorn, Gitte Klitgaard, says psychological safety is about creating an environment where people feel comfortable speaking up and where we can embrace the "uncomfortableness" in knowing that we won't be punished for it. When we work in the knowledge sector we're learning all the time and Gitte says we need to reframe our environment to reflect that. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Find out why the world’s first leadership archaeologist and author of upcoming book, The Language of Leadership: Change your words, change your heart, Krister Ungerböck said if we change our words, we'll change our hearts. How do the words we use lead to better connection, leadership and growth both in our personal and professional lives? The key is to avoid false emotion and eliminate the words 'should' and 'you need' from our vocabulary. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Founder of Think Productive and author of How to be a Productivity Ninja, Graham Allcott, says productivity is all about starting from the perspective of what’s important to me. While there's no secret sauce, find out why Graham says doing simple things consistently and well can make a huge difference in one's productivity and why we need to stop multitasking immediately.  

Author and professional speaker Laura Gassner Otting has lived many lives. Having 'fallen' into working for the White House, being a head hunter, founder of her own company author and speaker Laura said there's never been a master plan, it's always been about finding your life purpose, carving your own path and aligning what you do with who you are in order to achieve limitless potential. Find out what it takes to achieve what you want by forgetting what others think.

Respect should be a core value for every organization, said Steven Blue, author of new book Metamorphosis and CEO of Miller Ingenuity. Find out how Steven, who's been called the CEO with the Midas touch, has tripled the gains of every organization he's worked in by focusing on improving the company culture and why he says the worst thing a leader can do is to say they'll do something and not follow through. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

What is our relationship with what we do everyday? How do we orient our leadership to self expression and when is the last time we asked ourselves what we're consistently discontent with? In this great conversation, Tevis Trower, founder and CEO of Balance Integration Corporation says that we're all faking it! Find out what it takes to overcome the imposter syndrome and why having more authentic conversations with ourselves will foster more authentic conversations with others.  For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Humans are storytellers, says Dean Latchana, editor of The Agilist and transformation coach. Find out how we can adopt the business agility philosophy by thinking about the organization as a whole. What does it take to change mindsets? For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Exposure brings opportunity, that's why Tom Schwab, founder and CEO of Interview Valet and author of Podcast Guest Profits says it's so important for businesses to have podcasts and for people to be guests on podcasts. Find out why most podcasts die within the first ten episodes and what it takes to be a great guest. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Make sure people do what they're best at, give people the freedom to use their own judgement with clear responsibility and advocate for teams to have coaches instead of managers. This is what Henry Stewart, one of the Thinkers50 most influential business thinkers and founder, CEO and Chief Happiness Officer at Happy Ltd. says is the key to creating successful companies. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

It’s not about where you are it’s about how you feel about where you are, says Jamie Lerner. Co-author of the book, The Ever-Loving Essence of You and wellness coach, Jamie explains what it takes to trust that we are our own personal experts and if we're not connected within ourselves we're never going to be truly happy. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

The biggest mistake most companies make in terms of engagement is that they take a one size fits all approach. Find out how the number one leadership speaker for six years, Tom Krieglstein, uses the dance floor theory to increase employee engagement within companies and why he says we're not creating enough human to human connections in our daily lives. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Keanna Wong found comfort in the loyalty of her dog after being mentally abused at an early. Today the 22-year-old has channeled her experience into helping people overcome eating disorders, tap into their emotions and learn how to love and accept themselves. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Psychological safety and team emotional intelligence are the most important things if you want to have a high performing team, says Richard Kasperowski. Author, speaker, coach and lecturer at Harvard, Richard explains the power of personal alignment, being able to opt in (and out) and how positive bias is the foundation for creating psychological safety. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Nagesh Sharma is back speaking about understanding belief systems, how to build a rapport with management and what a working agreement looks like so that all sides can set expectations. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

"It breaks my heart that a lot of adults today feel disengaged," said Miracle Olatunji. The 18-year-old, who has been voted one of the world’s most notable young female entrepreneurs, explains what it takes to start your own business, live a purposeful life and be a role model to those you love. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

In this very special episode, the Management 3.0 teams speaks candidly about what it took to revamp their website and to do it all while working remotely from around the world. A candid, authentic chat about the challenges, successes and lessons learned from a close-knit team about what it takes to tackle a big project with patience and understanding. Go look at the new website at www.management30.com.  

Set an intention and assert conscious creation, that's what author of the book, Your Hidden Light: A Personal Guide to Creating Your Desired Life, Raana Zia says is the key to happiness. For more, visit www.management30.com. 

Negotiation is all about the perception of value, says Cindy Etsell, career transition coach and author of Cooking up Success. Find out why too many of us stay in jobs we hate, why women don't negotiate like men and what mistakes we're making when we craft our CVs. For more, visit www.management30.com.    

Why is social impact in companies something managers should start caring about? Founder and CEO of Venture with Impact, Ann Davis, has formed a company focused on helping people volunteer and travel with impact. Find out why millennials are looking for more than money when it comes to their careers. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Employees aren’t disengaged because you don’t have an employee disengagement manager, they're disengaged because one of 23 fundamental principles aren't being met. President & co-founder of Axero Solutions and author of Who the Hell Wants to Work for You? Tim Eisenhauer talks employee engagement, company culture and building a new kind of workplace.

Co-founder and CEO of Honeycomb, former systems engineer and former manager at Facebook, Parse and Linden Lab, Charity Majors steps out from behind the developer's hat, and speaks to the human side of technology, startups and what it takes to manage and lead a team. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Global scrum master, Management 3.0 trainer, and SAFe Agilist, Agustin Varela explains why learning and culture are so important and what it takes to be a powerful and succcessful Management 3.0 facilitator.

Why do so many of us battle with the imposter syndrome -- where we think we're not good enough and shouldn't hold the positions that we do. Consultant, coach and trainer, Lucy Gower says we have to squash the negative voice in our heads, while remembering to give ourselves 'daily confidence top ups'. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

Our biggest detriment as grownups is our obsession with security and sureness. CJ Casciotta, author, media director and producer, says at some point we all had the 'weirdness kicked out of us' as kids and it's now preventing us from being uniquely human. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

A doctor in positive organizational psychology, Kim Perkins of NOBL says check in with your teammates before meetings, conduct deprioritization sessions and be concious of your "mental models" especially if you're striving to create organizational change and want to be proud of the legacy you leave behind. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

One of our newest facilitators Vivek Ganesan explains why he joined Management 3.0, what it takes to create safe spaces for coachees and what he hopes to achieve in his new role. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

A self-described recovering bull in a china shop, David Quick is an executive coach who works with people on how to hire right and how to embrace and harness their 'bull'. He's also launching a brand new venture about what it takes to work with your spouse, called work love bliss, masterminds for couples in business. Find out how to be a power couple, build strong teams and identify what type of bull you are. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

What does it take to create a self-managing company? Founder of Holacracy, Brian Robertson, dispels myths and talks about the real meaning behind a movement that's grown more than he ever expected. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

What does it take to manage the room and gain influence? Executive coach, Anne Sugar says turn down the sound, watch and listen because body language never lies. Find out how to motivate your team and recognize when you've started over delegating. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

Seasoned Management 3.0 facilitator Line Morkbak is one of the few practitioners conducting online workshops. Find out why she says that in some ways they're better than doing them in person and why experimenting within companies isn't novel anymore. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

One-on-one meetings should not be used for a status update, rather to uncover problems. CEO of Know Your Company, Claire Lew, talks candidly with Happy Melly about what it takes to be a better manager and a more honest, open and communicative leader. She also explains why buying a book about what to do with her life at the age of 13 helped her get to where she is today. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

How does systems thinking help us live happier, more productive and more fulfilling lives. Find out why Jessica Kerr, or Jessitron as she's known, is so passionate about software development and why she says the industry is rapidly evolving to include all types of personas. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

Bryan Falchuk remembers the day everything in his life changed. The day he decided to tackle his anxiety, be more present for his family and completely transform. Author, entrepreneur and well-known speaker, Bryan delves into how he achieved an incredible transformation. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

Pim de Morree traveled the world visiting more than 60 companies including Google and Spotify to find out what it took to be the world's most progressive organizations. Find out why the command and control culture is killing us and what we can replace it with. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Founder and CEO of Collaboration Superpowers, Lisette Sutherland is out with her new book about what it takes to work together anywhere. Her fabulous handbook for remote teams delves into why we need to break out of old ways of doing things, experiment and trust those we work with. A colleague, author and inspiration, this is an exclusive interview with Lisette about the behind the scenes of what it's like writing a book. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Tech company Gsoft seems to have it all figured out. No vacation days and no dress code, the Montreal-based group's mantra is: Trust by default. Find out why they're thriving and why their employees love what they do. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

Five years as a facilitator and Andrea Darabos says adopting Management 3.0 practices has changed her life as well as the lives of those around her. Find out why it's all about investing in yourself first before you can influence others. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

Beautiful things happen out of action. Best-selling author, speaker and marathon runner, Tofe Evans had to hit rock bottom in order to discover the power of resilience and overcoming adversity. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Jacqueline Pirtle spent a year just focusing on happiness. She says the secret to happy living is to just BE happy. Find out what it takes to change patterns and connect with yourself. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

With over 15 years as a facilitator, Hideyuki says Management 3.0 allows him to keep reinventing the wheel, solve problems and understand his employees. In this special Managmenet 3.0 episode we delve into the benefits of Delegation Poker. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

South Sudan's only mindfulness guru, Paula Ramírez Diazgranados, has spent most of her life helping people, specifically in conflict-affected countries around the world. She's currently the only person in South Sudan working with locals, survivors of sexual assault, people who have been displaced as well as aid workers, about how to be more aware and more present, how to practice self-care and how not to disconnect from your feelings, even in the hardest of circumstances. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

You might not be able to motivate anyone but you can inspire others to find the motivation within themselves. Facilitator from India, Nagesh Sharma, explains what differentiates good facilitators from great ones and how he's experimented with liberating structures and why he believes in building bridges. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

A creative leader in the world of executive development, Josh Miller talks about what it takes to be your authentic self, show up for your life and how we can emerge from complacency to live truly passionate and present lives. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

When Patch Adams was 18 he made a decision. He decided to be happy every single day of his life. In this exclusive interview, speaker, author, activist, peacemaker, doctor, clown and the man Robin Williams played in the movie about his life, Patch Adams says we need to all decide to be radiant human beings all the time. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

How do the choices we make and our skills and culture determine we make decisions as a team? Scott Ambler and Mark Lines say it comes down to knowing you have options. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Founder of TimeDoctor, Liam Martin says he no longer works Tuesday afternoons because it's the time when he has the most distractions. Find out how this new app helps remote teams track, understand and know what they're working on, for how long and how they can be more productive at work and in life. Liam says, don't block Facebook at the office, give your people 15 minutes of open time on it instead! For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

How did the Happiness Index disrupt the marketplace? Co-founder and CEO, Tony Latter explains how they help organizations use technology to improve employee happiness and engagement. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com  

In this special Management 3.0, Happy Melly episode, long time facilitator and Happy Melly team member, Ralph van Roosmalen talks trust, delegation, values and what it takes to have better management without having a manager. For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.  

Husband and wife tag team, Mary & Tom Poppendieck bring a fresh perspective to the world of software development and talk about what it truly means to be happy For more happiness, visit www.management30.com. 

How does our inner critic hold us back from living a life we're truly passionate about and finding a career we love? In our 100th Happiness at Work episode, Susan Peppercorn explains why it's so important to live and work in alignment. For more, visit https://management30.com/.    

Connecting language to happiness, self-worth, agency and how we see ourselves and others in the world. A refreshing and philosophical look at the language of happiness with Erika Darics. For more, www.management30.com.  

Change agent, Daniel Lock says the only way to innovate is to push past your fears and ask yourself: Can I live with the outcome if I fail? Find out what it takes to shift mindsets on a company and individual level. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Happiness is people, says Victoria Stoyanova. She says success means being malleable and if we want to embrace the new face of work, we have to take a new approach to the classic, 'linear career'. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

The world's largest ticketing and event technology platform uses Management 3.0 practices to motivate their teams and keep their employees engaged. Find out what works so well. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

In this month's Management 3.0 episode, Romain Olives, just three months in as a facilitator says he's already seen colleagues, companies and himself transform. How does M30 tap into the human connection? For more, visit www.management30.com.    

Happiness is a byproduct of meaning, says Lani Morris CEO of The Map of Meaning. Find out how in a world of advice, The Map of Meaning gives you a simple, profound framework to find your own answers. For more Happiness at Work goodness, visit www.management30.com.  

Life coach, university lecturer, public speaker & all-round hilarious person, Lauren Zander says our inner dialogues shape our realities. Founder of the Handel Method she's helped celebrities and entrepreneurs change their lives by honoring promises they make to themselves. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

In his latest book, Friend of a Friend, author, speaker and leadership professor, David Burkus, explains why we need to change the way we look at networking and dig deep to find the unexpected secrets that reveal the best ways to grow our universe. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

New York Times best selling author, Brigid Schulte, turned her life around when she dove into the world of time. Find out why we're living like we're on steroids, how men and women see time differently and why gender roles are stuck in the 1950s. For more on the Better Life Lab, visit https://www.newamerica.org/better-life-lab/. For more about happiness at work, visit www.management30.com.    

Why do some people choose to take charge of happiness and others don't? Phil Dunk and Tom Howlett of River say the key to happiness is engagement and that companies need to start liberating their employees. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

How did using Management 3.0 practices help Avelar Leão nurture and create a more mature team? In this month's M30 episode, we go to Brazil and find out what practices worked best for this long time facilitator. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

Change maker at Happyformance, Severine Bedorets explains how responsible freedom is at the heart of happy, productive performers. Severine helps companies put people at the center, while combining happiness with outcomes. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

What is so important about community in business? Kate Beecroft, the “doer” at Enspiral, talks community, money, transparency and bibliotherapists. For more, visit www.management30.com.

Award winning chef, author, producer and inspirational speaker, Charles Carroll talks about what it takes to run the kitchen for one of the top country clubs in the United States, while also competing in the olympics, helping the troops in Aghanistan and still making time for his family. For more, visit www.management30.com.

Management 3.0's first facilitator in Japan, Stefan Nusperling, says M30 practices have changed his life. In its debut episode on Happy Melly, Stefan delves into the value of Management 3.0 and how he's seen it evolve over the years. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

What do the highest ranked company on Glassdoor all have in common? After being fired from his job in New York, founder and CEO of Aventr, Perry Petrozelli, road tripped through the United States to discover what made companies thrive. We also delve into the psyche behind millennials. For more, visit www.management30.com.  

She's been called the most inspiring woman in the world, Lolly Daskal delves into what's holding us back as leaders and what it takes to change ourselves, when we can't change the situation. For more, visit www.management30.com.

David Dame didn't speak until the age of 12. Born with Cerebral Palsy he has used his every day challenges to help companies and individuals become more adaptive, more understanding and more engaged with one another. A fabulously insightful interview with a truly inspirational agile and design thinking coach. Make sure to visit www.management30.com.  

A woman with an infectious laugh, Erica Glessings, CEO of Happiness Publishing is the master of creative expression. She says happiness is all about knowing your vision and not being too rigid, especially with yourself. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

"It’s okay to not have a plan and not to know exactly what you want to pursue, as long as you pursue something," says Gavin Strange, senior designer at Aardman Animations. Designer by day, Gavin pursues passion projects by night. His secret to life: Try everything and just go for it! For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Former Zappos employee and global speaker, Jon Wolske learning from the downs are just as important as gaining from the ups. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

It wasn't until Vibeke Schurch physically collapsed that she realized she needed to make a change. In this month's, 'I need help with', Happy Melly challenge podcast, Vibeke talks about the power of shifting mindsets and overcoming self limiting beliefs. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Technical Publications Writer for Buffer, a social media company, Hailley Griffis explains how being transparent helps hold the company accountable and gain valuable feedback. She says happiness means starting now. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Drew Massie is a serial entrepreneur who can't dream of doing anything else. He's started five companies and is involved in more than twenty. When family is your reason for 'happy', Drew says this makes the most sense. Find out how he balances work and life and why he's taught his kids to play 'high-high' 'low-low' at dinner. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

How can understanding complex systems help us be happier and healthier in our personal and professional lives. Angie & Haley from the Human Current explain how systems thinking can help change the world. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Tom is back with Happy Melly as we kick off the holiday month of December. This month we're discussing the benefits of mentorship why both parties need to be open to learning from one another and how important it is to feel connected. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Everyone fails, if you're going to do it, fail cheap. CEO of F*ckUp Nights Global, Yannick Kwik, says too many people are afraid to fail. That's why this company has dedicated itself to sharing and embracing the failures of colleagues around the world. For more happiness, www.happymelly.com.  

When is the right time to change careers and what does it take to network? In this special podcast episode Manjan and Michael speak to each other about their special portfolio week challenge. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

How can you lead the unleadable? Author and speaker, Alan Willett says, if there's a problem with an employee it's your fault -- even if it's not your fault. Find out what it takes to turn problem personalities into productive team players. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Renowned for its unprecedented culture and philosophy, Zappos speaks with Happy Melly about how to properly hire for culture fit and the challenges of implementing holocracy. Head of Insights, Christa Foley, says employee authenticity is key to creating happiness at work. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Founder and creator of Happy Melly, and Management 3.0, Jurgen Appelo is back with his latest, most innovative project, Agility Scales. A company to help organizations innovate at scale. In this special episode, we kick off the crowdfunding campaign to raise money for what some have said is the most innovative idea since scrum. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

A special episode with a twist. Happy Melly's, Lisette Sutherland, interviews podcast host Sam about what it means to have a portfolio career and why it can be beneficial to keep switching things up. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

This year's Meaning Conference is focusing on disruptive innovation, the future of work and putting some more humour and optimism back into the workplace. Finding meaning in work is no longer the exception, it's become mainstream and Louise Ash, director of the conference, says the more we live in alignment the happier we'll be. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

A hilariously refreshing take on how companies can stop forcing fun and start embracing it naturally. In their candid book, B.S. Incorporated, Jennifer Rock and Michael Voss explain how a few cocktails changed the course of their lives. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.

What does it take to become the best version of yourself? Founder and CEO of, Happiness Lab, David Bellamy, says the key to happier work places is unlocking the benefits and not making engagement conditional. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

For this month's special Happy Melly Challenge episode we're talking about how to detect and combat workaholism and how to avoid burnout. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

You change the world by changing the culture. Software engineer and manager at Next Jump, John Hilliard, explains why his company's philosophy of a better me + better you = a better us, transforms lives. Find out how a deliberate approach to development can increase employee engagement, productivity and overall happiness and what Next Jump's doing within their company, that puts them ahead of the pack. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Why is so important to make sure your employees flourish? Director at Work Positive and registered psychologist, Michele Deeks, says companies need to focus more on what's working. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.

How can we use Szen to navitage change? Author and founder of Szen Marketing, Gary Szenderski says we need to start celebrating what could be, instead of being held back by our fear of failure and self-limiting beliefs. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.

In a very special challenge month espisode, Happy Melly speaks with her sister company and Jurgen Appelo's latest experiment, Agility Scales. Paula Cassin says if you want to truly enjoy an experience you need to reflect and above all you have to experiment. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.

What is behind the color Teal? Ash Sheikh, founder of Robot Says Culture and expert on all things Teal, says it's not about color but about embracing company culture. He says without engagement companies are going to fall off the map. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Best selling author and senior manager at Cisco Systems, Hassan Osman, explains why when it comes to happiness, Family, is the key. A remote working guru, Osman delves into what it takes to better communicate and trust your remote colleagues and says there's one word that's usually guaranteed to get you what you want. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

People have to know each other as people, says Margaret Hefffernan. In order to create strong bonds teams need to truly connect and know each other. Find out what author, Ted Talk speaker and guest lecturer, Margaret Heffernan says is the secret to creating strong, successful teams. She says the answers are obvious and don't have to be that complex. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.

Former senior executive at the Walt Disney Company, Mark Jaffe, says as adults we've forgotten how to play. In his new book, Suitcase of Happyness, Jaffe gives practical ways for us to choose to live happy lives. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.

What's the secret to creating a successful coworking space? Alex Hillman says it's all about the people in it. Founder of Indy Hall, ten years ago Alex created one of the most reputable and longest standing coworking spaces around today. He says the secret is that everyone's ultimately happier and more productive together, than trying to 'go it alone'. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.

There's no one size fits all when it comes to employee engagement. Director of Engage for Success, Cathy Brown, says engagement isn't something companies can do as an exercise, it has to become entrenched as a mindset. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Chief Happiness Officer & CEO of Delivering for Happiness, Jenn Lim, says what truly makes her happy is reading room service menus and people. In a refreshing and inspiring conversation, Jenn talks about her journey with Zappos CEO, Tony Hsieh,one that led her to hike Kilimanjaro and which ultimately connected her with a higher purpose -- which resulted in the two of them cofounding the company, Delivering for Happiness. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com. 

In this special summer challenge, Happy Melly delves into the world of 'How Tos'. In this refreshing episode, Tomas Kejzlar, explains how too much bullsh*t can sabotage progress. He challenges us to stop letting things slide and start taking more action. For more Happy Melly, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Hilariously funny journalist and author, Ruth Whippman challenges the notion of whether the pursuit of happiness is actually stressing us out. A British take on American culture, Ruth looks at why we've become so obsessed with being happy and what truly lies at the core. Make sure to visit www.happymelly.com.

"Talk to your people," says Alex Rios. Co-Founder and CEO of Happy Force, Alex says communication is both the number one problem for most organizations and the number one solution. His app allows management and employees to truly understand what it takes to create a happier workforce. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.

In this not to be missed June Challenge Month episode, Vasco Duarte inspires us to overcome the obstacles, break down the barriers, and launch a "Happiness with a Business" model... in just seven days. In this inspiring podcast, Vasco gets us ready for what's to come the following week, when he'll walk us through creating a successful business model, one where we can actually sell things. He says the first step: Speak to ten people and find out what problems they need solved. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.

Founder of Nozbe, a project management and collaboration platform, Michael Slivinski says anyone can be productive, they just have to figure out what works for them. He says for him, it's all about the morning routine. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Ex-CIA national and international expert on intelligence analysis, Carmen Medina teams up with speaker, coach and teacher, Lois Kelly to help people go against the status quo and create change from within. They delve into what it takes to get your ideas, not only heard but adopted and explain why so many of us are getting it wrong when we communicate. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Nataly Kogan spent two decades chasing the 'big happy' before giving it up to actually Be Happy. Find out what her two biggest lessons learned were when it comes to the science behind happiness and how her Happier App has shared small moments of strangers with millions of people. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com. 

We spend 50% of our time in the present moment. What would it look like if we doubled that? Mindfulness coach, author and speaker, Shamash Alidina explains how mindfulness can reduce stress and help us lead happier lives. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Igniter and Implementation Specialist on the "Start With Why" team, Peter Docker takes us into Simon Sinek's Golden Circle to help us connect with our own higher purpose. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

A woman of many hats, Samantha Clarke takes a 'non fluffly' happy approach to helping companies create actionable happiness within their teams. She delves into the importance of strategic choice happiness. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

What does it take to be intelligently happy? Speaker, statistician, and author, Nic Marks discusses the cyclical nature of happiness and why relationships are imperative to living happy lives. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

To truly be happy you have to let go of fear. In order to let go of fear you have to be able to trust. Management 3.0 facilitator, Jurgen Dittmar, says the key to healthy organizations and strong management is trust and creating a team of leaders who understand 'peopleware', not just software. For more happiness, make sure to visit www.happymelly.com! 

In 2014 Helene Schmit quit her corporate job, sold her flat and took a break to travel, meet people, open her mind and figure out another way of living her personal and professional life. Today, she helps make sure people don't make the same mistakes that she did with her Explore Happy workshops. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.

How did you get to 'here'? Storyteller, coach and author, Ian Sanders takes us through his personal journey and explains how he finally found his essence and what makes him tick. He says the first place to start is to keep a 'good times' journal. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

How can sharing play a more important role in how we learn? For Happy Melly's March Challenge, we delve into what it takes to shift the way we look at learning so that we're able to merge learning and performing in order to make it happen continuously. Learning 3.0 facilitator, Rich Aspinall, explains why he's so passionate about this avant-garde philosophy and practice.

Why are people passing up jobs at Facebook and Google to work for Mobile Jazz? Co-founder of the small tech startup, Stefan Klumpp, explains why focusing on happiness as a journey is the key to creating success. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

How can we live a 'future proof' life? Arie Van Bennekum, one of the original founders of the Agile Manifesto speaks candidly with Sam and Andy about why Agile isn't just for IT and how everyone can life an agile lifestyle. For more, visit www.happymelly.com.  

If you want to sell more it starts with your mindset, says Alex Goldfayn. Author of the exceptionally powerful, Revenue Growth Habit, Alex explains what it takes to grow your business by being persistent and above all by communicating with your customers. He says most importantly you have to know WHO you're working for. For more Happy Melly goodness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Carlos Saba, co-founder of The Happy Startup School, explains what it takes to balance business and profits when starting a business and how to foster relationships and create connections between companies and the people they serve. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

For this month's Happy Melly Challenge, we're focusing on more of Jurgen's 12 Steps to Happiness and delving into the importance of being healthy at work. Find out why Typeform's Gabriela Cantu says that changing plants for walls and swapping the receptionist for a 'barceptionist' have made the greatest difference in their office. For more, visit www.happymelly.com.

In part II of 'Exchanges', Happy Melly's Jurgen Appelo and Ricardo Semler from LeadWise, continue delving into the future of management, how to scale an organization and what it takes to have happy and productive teams. This is a fascinating conversation between two brilliant minds. For more, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Why is creativity the largest untapped resource in business? Founder of We Are Unstuck, Sarah King explains how design thinking not only fosters creativity, but helps fuel human connection, which in turn makes us happier. For more information, www.happymelly.com.  

What happens when two great minds come together to discuss the future of management? Part I of 'exchanges' features Happy Melly's own Jurgen Appelo speaking with fellow management guru, LeadWise's Ricardo Semler. For more, visit www.happymelly.com.

What is your personal brand? Branding expert Jen Riggins explains why it's so important to create an authentic brand, one that tells people who you are rather than what you do. For more information and fun times, visit www.happymelly.com.  

How does traveling the continent, speaking with 17 countries and conducting countless experiments, shape your startup? Sergey Kotlov from Workshop Butler explains why giving up is never an option. For more, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Find out why leaders need to get to know their teams and how a little bit of self-reflection can go along way in shifting the office narrative. Shawn Murphy delves into what he does to create an atmosphere where the focus is on the people. For more information, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Why are companies stuck in the 'old bottle' and what does it take to get out of that bottle? Founder and CEO of the Be Human Project, Eliot Frick, says we need to start by 'forgetting ourselves'. For more information, visit www.happymelly.com.

The key to being vulnerable is to start with ourselves. In this month's Happy Melly challenge, Josh Briggs delves into what trust within colleagues and teams looks like and explains why it's often hard to let your vulnerable side shine through. For more, visit www.happymelly.com.  

An expert in positive psychology and the science of wellbeing, Vanessa King talks about the recent revolution in psychological research, one that focuses on enabling people to live flourishing lives. She also delves into her recent book, Ten Keys to Happier Living and explains what it takes to 'stop disturbing' ourselves. For more, visit www.happymelly.com.  

What happens when we spend too much time in a place where we're not giving or receiving value? Christian challenges us to be authentic, be real, and gain the courage to challenge our systems and create a genuine human connection. For more information, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Author, speaker and professor, David Burkus delves into some 'crazy business practices' that actually work. In his latest book, Under New Management: How Leading Organizations are Upending Business as Usual, he explains why transparency is key and why email doesn't work. For more information, please visit www.happymelly.com.  

When was the last time you let yourself feel uncomfortable? Happy Melly member, Paul Holden, challenges us to use pain as a call to action and start doing things that we've been avoiding - even if it makes us feel uncomfortable. For more, visit www.happymelly.com!

FullGlass Co-Founder, Giovanni Battista Pozza gets philosophical with Happy Melly in his first english interview. He explains why creating a happy company culture is like cultivating and growing a garden. For more information, please visit www.happymelly.com.  

Gap Jumper Co-founder, Petar Vujosevic explains how in order for companies to truly accept blind auditions they have to move from their heads to their hearts. For more information, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Sam speaks with Sarah and Jurgen about trying to understand what a work-life balance actually looks like. For more information, please visit www.happymelly.com.   

How can we model the change we want to see? Ryan Lockard explains what managing techniques he uses to foster an environment of respect at work. For more information, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Happy Melly Founder, Jurgen Appelo speaks with John Kotter, Professor of Leadership at the Harvard Business School, a New York Times best-selling author, and founder of Kotter International about the future of change management. For more information, please visit www.happymelly.com.  

Happy Melly funder, Jason Little, explains what it takes to look at change in a less traditional sense and discusses what it takes to risk it all. For more information, visit www.happymelly.com. 

How can we use the art of improvisation to adopt the agile mindset? Co-founder of Improv Agility, Robie Wood explains how the 'Yes - And' mentality improves collaboration, teamwork and the ability to think on your feet. For more information, visit www.happymelly.com.

What truly lies behind our intrinsic motivations? Described as a "Jedi Knight Developer", Daniel Jones tells us the truth about how we motivate ourselves. For more, please visit www.happymelly.com.  

Renowned author and speaker, Bob Burg is back, speaking with Happy Melly's Sam Mednick about the art of giving and the five laws of stratospheric success.  For more information, visit www.happymelly.com.  

In this week's Happiness Challenge Andy Cleff takes giving Thanks to another level. His two prong challenge forces us to take both the giver and the reciever out of the 'gratitude equation'. For more information about the Weekly Happiness Challenge, visit www.happymelly.com. 

Collaboration Superpower and Happy Melly's Zoo Keeper, Lisette Sutherland, dives into the world of 'remote' and explains why bankers are finally jumping on the virtual bandwagon. Lisette will be speaking at Forward Virtual, Day 2, November 20, 2020, about the power and keys to remote working. Learn more about Forward and book your ticket!   For more happiness, visit www.management30.com.   

On our second weekly happiness challenge we dive into the world of communication. What does it take to be direct? Sam & Jen challenge you to take a more personal approach with your communication and face hard conversations head on. For more information, visit www.happymelly.com. 

Happy Melly Founder, Jurgen Appelo speaks with leadership guru John Baldoni, consultant, coach, author and speaker about situational awareness and the secret to mindfulness in our 24/7 global economy. For more information, visit www.happymelly.com. 

Challenge weeks remind us that instead of being an afterthought, happiness must be part of our regular routine. Each week we'll be featuring a short podcast with an expert on a particular topic. We kick off our weekly challenges with Jurgen Appelo discussing the meaning of Purpose.

Happy Melly Founder, Jurgen Appelo speaks with Bob Burg. Author of the Endless Referrals and the The Go-Giver and the Go-Giver Leader, they talk about the spirit of team collaboration and the power of coming from a place of serving.

Sam speaks with Professor Kenneth Lum, the artist who inspired the Happy Melly vision and finds out the truth behind the image.

Happy Melly Founder, Jurgen Appelo interviews Marshall Goldsmith, leadership coach, author and a man who Forbes magazine named one of five of the most respected executive coaches, about the future of leadership and modern management.

Sam speaks candidly with Jurgen, about the secret to happiness, his upcoming birthday and how to implement the 12 Steps to Happiness in your daily life - all live from his Managing for Happiness book tour. “You might be happy momentarily if you achieve what you wanted, but that might become the new normal...That is then the new baseline and you want something else. What’s next? It never stops. That is the danger with people who see happiness as an outcome...It’s better to enjoy the path than the destination.” Download out this podcast episode! Subscribe to our podcasts