The Employee Experience Experience

“I want all leaders to know that an empathic approach is data-driven.”In this deeply moving episode, we are both humbled and honored to share the remarkable story of Kaitlin Paxton Ward. As a mental health therapist and people analytics researcher at Google, Kaitlin guides us through different types of empathy and how we can train to become better, more compassionate leaders. Beyond her professional expertise, Kaitlin takes us on a personal voyage of resilience, having courageously battled cancer and now on a mission to raise awareness within Google. Prepare to be deeply touched and inspired as we embark on this soul-stirring exploration of empathy's boundless potential.Connect with the inspiring Kaitlin Paxton Ward!

"If you fail to invest in people and culture, then we end up with a very isolated,
very individualistic
dog eat dog
kind of culture.” - Grace NorrisJoin Grace Norris, a specialized Researcher & Data Annotator delving into the synergy between psychology and artificial intelligence, alongside Joe Meyer, an expert in Natural Language Processing and AI. Together, they will guide us through the exciting possibilities that emerge when the realms of psychology and artificial intelligence converge.Connect with these two amazing professionals!Grace Norris and Joe Meyer

“No matter where you're from or what language you speak, you all go through the same emotions every day: anger, frustration, happiness. Empathy and kindness might sound corny, but that's something I find everywhere.”In this heartwarming episode, we dive into the powerful world of inclusivity, exploring local strategies for global companies, dismantling imposterism, and embracing the transformative impact of motherhood on work life. Join us for an inspiring conversation that will leave you with a fresh perspective on building a truly inclusive and empowering workplace.Subscribe to join our supportive community of people-first leaders!

“Change is taxing. But that doesn't mean that it can't be done.”In this thought-provoking episode, we are thrilled to have Eileen Dunn, an esteemed Organizational Psychologist and People+Culture leader with a passion for humanistic design. Drawing from her remarkable journey in the tech industry, Eileen explores the simple yet transformative steps that can lead to significant change within HR. Prepare to shift your perspective and be inspired to make a difference in your workplace.Connect with Eileen and be part of the evolution!

“We get affected by failure. That’s ok. What you can’t let it do is let it stop you.”Who knew that at the core of innovation is the acceptance of failure? Unleash your innovative spirit and empower others to do the same with these life lessons from inspirational speaker, researcher, and educator Sarah Glova. Whether you’re on a high or down in the dumps, this episode hits the right chord.Follow Sarah or, better yet, subscribe to her newsletter for more enriching insights!

“AI is a mirror of humanity.”This episode is not for the faint of heart, but for those ready to confront the truths of humanity. How do we experience the world? Would you climb Mount Olympus? Have you seen Game of Thrones? Get to know AI the unconventional way in this episode of the Employee Experience Experience podcast--Erudit Edition!--with Erudit’s Co-founder and Chief of Science.Check out Rick’s article on developing the people-first AI that measures well-being.

“Leadership is about influence.” - Karen GregoryWhat does it take to drive change within an organization? We find out from Air Force Influence Operations Manager turned CEO and Organizational Development guru, Karen Gregory. In this episode, we reframe what it means to be a leader and how to influence towards success.Connect with Karen and continue the conversation!

“You can’t take credit for catching up.”This discussion on pay transparency flows from practical steps and important statistics to company values and the essence of the employee experience. Tips and guidelines transform to a challenge for organizations to answer ‘What does a career here look like?’, to give candidates and employees a path for career growth, and to communicate clearly and with context.Follow Tauseef for more expert insights and thought-provoking content!

“Tell people it’s ok to leave.” - Karen WeeksHow do you break difficult news to employees? What questions should you ask on a 1-on-1? When should you talk about quitting? From tips to calm the nerves and better prepare for tough conversations to a surge of warmth and inspiration to find the career path that lights you up. This episode with Karen Weeks is the perfect mix of practical and heart-warming!Want to shine brighter? Check out Karen’s podcast and follow her on LinkedIn!