Episode 51: The Rise of Wellness in the Workplace

Welcome to Part 2! In this special two-part episode, Dr. Kim delves into the fascinating world of remote work and global talent recruitment. Join Dr. Kim and special guest, Lauren Brockett, as they explore the evolving landscape of work-from-anywhere opportunities and how US-based talent is making its mark on the global stage. Special Guest: Lauren Brockett Driven to alleviate global poverty, Lauren has helped hundreds of companies grow to scale and fill critical roles while assisting under-resourced communities and innovative businesses access capital. Lauren has personally worked with over 6,000 job seekers, from early career to senior-level professionals, with career planning, resume writing, and job application assistance. Lauren has also led human resources (HR), operations, culture, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB), and financial wellness initiatives for various industries, including hospitality, healthcare, manufacturing, global NGOs such as Habitat for Humanity and Care International as well as various other private and public institutions. Coined the “Job-Lady” of the community, Lauren created the first career center for a community of survivors from war-torn countries and immigrants who have experienced trauma resettled in metro Atlanta. At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Lauren partnered with local neighborhoods in West Atlanta, South Atlanta, and Clarkston to start the first Community Lending Circles using the village savings loan association “microlending” models adopted from West African villages. Lauren is an Indian and Caribbean immigrant from the United Kingdom and grew up in Northeast Atlanta. She studied strategic human resources at Cornell University and l economics and sociology at Emory University. She holds a senior professional in human resources (SPHR) certification. Lauren is publishing her first book, Always Employed, a compilation of real stories of former refugees and ten simple, universally actual rules or “labor lingo” about searching for the right job opportunity for unemployed and underemployed working age groups. This read will inspire individuals seeking the HR secrets she has uncovered to remain. Learn more about Lauren: Linked In: Personal: ⁠Lauren Brockett, SPHR | LinkedIn⁠ / Company: ⁠Always Employed⁠ Instagram: ⁠@alwaysemployedllc⁠ YouTube: ⁠@alwaysemployed⁠ TikTok: ⁠@llaland106⁠ Website: ⁠www.alwaysemployed.org⁠ 

In this special two-part episode, Dr. Kim delves into the fascinating world of remote work and global talent recruitment. Join Dr. Kim and special guest, Lauren Brockett, as they explore the evolving landscape of work-from-anywhere opportunities and how US-based talent is making its mark on the global stage. Special Guest: Lauren Brockett Driven to alleviate global poverty, Lauren has helped hundreds of companies grow to scale and fill critical roles while assisting under-resourced communities and innovative businesses access capital. Lauren has personally worked with over 6,000 job seekers, from early career to senior-level professionals, with career planning, resume writing, and job application assistance. Lauren has also led human resources (HR), operations, culture, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB), and financial wellness initiatives for various industries, including hospitality, healthcare, manufacturing, global NGOs such as Habitat for Humanity and Care International as well as various other private and public institutions. Coined the “Job-Lady” of the community, Lauren created the first career center for a community of survivors from war-torn countries and immigrants who have experienced trauma resettled in metro Atlanta. At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Lauren partnered with local neighborhoods in West Atlanta, South Atlanta, and Clarkston to start the first Community Lending Circles using the village savings loan association “microlending” models adopted from West African villages. Lauren is an Indian and Caribbean immigrant from the United Kingdom and grew up in Northeast Atlanta. She studied strategic human resources at Cornell University and l economics and sociology at Emory University. She holds a senior professional in human resources (SPHR) certification. Lauren is publishing her first book, Always Employed, a compilation of real stories of former refugees and ten simple, universally actual rules or “labor lingo” about searching for the right job opportunity for unemployed and underemployed working age groups. This read will inspire individuals seeking the HR secrets she has uncovered to remain. Learn more about Lauren: Linked In: Personal: Lauren Brockett, SPHR | LinkedIn / Company: Always Employed Instagram: @alwaysemployedllc YouTube: @alwaysemployed TikTok: @llaland106 Website: www.alwaysemployed.org 

In this episode, Dr. Kim dives into a topic that is often overlooked but holds immense power in our personal and professional growth – the practice of deep self-reflection. She guides you through and exploration of how this practice can lead to healthy leadership development and success, why it should extend beyond the workplace into our daily lives, and how it can empower you to achieve success in the new year. Let’s dive in!

In the first episode of 2024, we dive into a topic that resonates with so many of us as we kick off the new year: setting and achieving our goals. We often hear about the January 1st rush, where everyone seems to be hitting the ground running with their New Year's resolutions. But what if I told you that taking January to plan rather than plunging straight into execution might significantly increase your chances of success? Let's explore why using January as your planning month, especially when recovering from burnout or prolonged stress, can be a game-changer!

In this episode, Dr. Kim discusses why wellness is such a novel concept to many organizations and work cultures today. She explores the importance of supporting employee wellness and offers a global perspective on this vital aspect of the modern workplace.

One of the goals of this podcast is to provide listeners with the information they need to become future-driven leaders and build future-ready organizational culture. It’s fitting that for the 50th episode Dr. Kim discusses the in’s and out’s of the recent ruling of the National Labor Relations Board that makes it unlawful for companies to make laid-off employees agree not to disparage their former employer as part of a severance package. This is a significant shift in Worker’s Rights. As we court a 4-day work week, navigate layoffs, and determine the future of remote work, this is an important discussion for leaders. Dr. Kim is breaking down the implications of this ruling, why it was necessary, how it benefits employees and what can former employees really say.

In today's fast-paced, always-connected world, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of responsibilities, expectations, and distractions. As a result, many of us are left feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and disconnected from our true selves. That's where mindfulness comes in. Mindfulness is a simple yet transformative practice that has the potential to revolutionize our daily lives. This episode aims to explore three ways in which mindfulness can be seamlessly incorporated into our routines, enhancing our well-being, relationships, and overall happiness.

In today's world, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by chaos and negativity. We are bombarded with information from the moment we wake up until the moment we go to sleep. For today’s Mindset Monday, Dr. Kim shares five powerful affirmations you can repeat to yourself in moments of stress or negativity throughout the week.

Burnout can cause us to feel powerless. In our hyperstress state, we spend each day in Survival Mode allowing life to "happen to us" instead of making conscious choices that can improve our well-being each day. In this episode, Dr. Kim breaks down conscious choice and shows you how to start practicing conscious choice in less than 10 minutes.  This week's affirmation: I am powerful.  I can choose.  I am choosing me. 

The Mind-Body Connection is not a new age concept. It's actually the foundation of ancient healing practices. Unfortunately, too many of use learn to disconnect from our bodies from an early age through conditioning and trauma. In this episode of Mindfulness, Dr. Kim discusses how we can reinforce this important connection in a simple, practical way.