Laura Miele on playing to win in the gaming industry

Attracting top talent, developing them, and preparing them for their next venture is a core part of PwC’s strategy. Which means Bob Mortiz, the firm’s Global Chairman, has figured out the flow of employee retention/replacement like no one else. For him, it’s comes down to making sure your employees understand the strategy and have time to learn skills to prepare them for future jobs. In today's podcast conversation, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth and Senior Producer Nina Melendez talk about Bob’s approach, as well as some of his learnings as he steps down from his role, including the importance of developing thick skin. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Bob Moritz on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Bob Mortiz, Dan Roth, Nina Melendez, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, subscribe to the newsletter here, and find the 2024 LinkedIn Top Companies list here.

This week on our rapid-fire Q&A, Tiffany Williams, Steph Curry's indispensable right-hand and COO of Thirty Ink, reveals insights into her dynamic work life and what it takes to work with an NBA superstar. Tiffany tells us how she hesitantly took a reception desk job for the Golden State Warriors and how it ended up being a pivotal moment in her career. She also shares her secret to staying productive and explains how the unexpected challenge her love of reading poses to her success. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Tiffany Williams, Stephen Curry, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

How do you chart a path to the very top from an unconventional beginning? For Tiffany Williams, COO of Thirty Ink, the parent company of Steph Curry's various ventures, it all comes down to making yourself known. She began as a receptionist for the Warriors and set about making herself known -- and indispensable. In today's podcast conversation, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth and Senior Producer Nina Melendez talk through Williams' career story and the lessons it has for all of us. They discuss finding and empowering a deputy, making longevity plays at companies you believe in, and how to land that big job opportunity. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Tiffany Williams on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Tiffany Williams, Thirty Ink, Dan Roth, Nina Melendez, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

The team at "This is Working with Dan Roth" is excited to share this preview of Building One, the newest addition to the LinkedIn Podcast Network. Building One is hosted by Tomer Cohen, LinkedIn's Chief Product Officer. In this series of engaging one-on-one conversations with accomplished product leaders, you'll trace the professional journeys of today's top builders, gain insights into the intricacies of product development, and glimpse the stories behind the tech world's most impactful products. The episode we're bringing you today features an insightful conversation with Pixar co-founder, Ed Catmull. Tomer hears from Ed about how he built a successful creative team by hiring with a growth mindset and how to lead such a team with careful process and without ego. Follow Building One on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Then, find the conversation on LinkedIn.

This week, Belén Garijo, the CEO of Merck KGaA, takes center stage in a rapid-fire round of questioning about how she works and leads a company older than the United States. Belén shares how the pandemic brought out the best in her team, why alignment meetings before meetings drive her up the wall, and why she believes in the importance of being self aware. "If you look at yourself with a critical eye, you always find ways for you to develop," says Garijo. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Belén Garijo, Merck KGaA, Nina Melendez, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

Merck KGaA may be the oldest company to appear on This is Working. Its CEO, Belén Garijo, oversees this diverse health, life science, and electronics company in its 13th generation. In this conversation, Dan and Nina dig into why Belén is such an effective leader for the Merck KGaA of today, how crucial it is to hire for potential, and why the future of networking within large companies is building community. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Belén Garijo on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Belén Garijo, Merck KGaA, Dan Roth, Nina Melendez, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here

This week, Bill Shufelt, Athletic Brewing Company co-founder, takes center stage in a rapid-fire round of questioning about how he works. In a candid, quick-fire round, Bill shares how a positive mindset keeps him at the top of his game, how he sets himself up for success by doing one simple thing the night before, and why moving up and moving on is critical to startup success. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Bill Shufelt, Athletic Brewing Co., Nina Melendez, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

There's a solid chance that if you were running a 5k or a half-marathon in Athletic Brewing Company's early days, Bill Shufelt handed you a non-alcoholic beer. He's been on a mission to transform how Americans think about drinking and social events, and has been a major force in the sober-curious movement. In this episode, Bill joins LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth to talk about Athletic Brewing's journey from an idea to the number one non-alcoholic beer in America. They talk about what it's like to trade in stability to chase a powerful dream, and why some non-scalable ideas can still have enormous impact on your bottom line. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Bill Shufelt on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Bill Shufelt, Athletic Brewing Company, Dan Roth and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week, Leah Smart, host of LinkedIn's award-winning podcast, "Everyday Better," sits in the spotlight for a rapid-fire round of questioning about how she works. In a sit-down with Senior Producer Nina Melendez, Leah offers a peek into her ritual for making the most of her mornings, explains the importance of having specific action items for a really productive and meaningful 1:1, shares her podcast's origin story, and offers listeners a behind-the-scenes glimpse into how she applies some of the lessons learned from her guests. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Leah Smart, Everyday Better, Nina Melendez, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Listen to Everyday Better here (or wherever you get your podcasts). Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

This week, Joaquin Duato, CEO of Johnson & Johnson, sits in the spotlight for a rapid-fire round of questioning about how he works. Joaquin shares his favorite recent reads, advocates for patience as an essential for success in both work and in life, and explains why it's hard to receive honest feedback as a CEO and how he navigates that challenge. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Joaquin Duato, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.