In this episode, Chris Deaver, who has shaped culture at companies like Disney and Apple, dives into the future of leadership and team dynamics. How can we balance innovation with empathy and foster a workplace culture that stands the test of time?     ️Topics discussed in this episode    ☑️  How can curiosity unlock new dimensions in leadership?  ☑️ Can ego be replaced with empowerment?  ☑️ How do we create not just safe spaces, but brave spaces?   ☑️ What’s the secret to balancing honesty and empathy?   ☑️ Is empowerment the fu ..read more

*This episode was sponsored by WilsonHCG, a strategic, global recruitment partner focused on bringing out the best in what your workplace culture has to offer. Our guest is RJ Milnor - Global Head of People Analytics at Uber. RJ and his team accelerate business impact by providing the data-driven insights, research and products that ignite opportunity, improve productivity and increase wellbeing. RJ’s responsibilities include people analytics and research for Uber’s global businesses and People functions, people data infrastructure, and people data privacy & security policies. RJ brin ..read more

Our guest today is Dr. Jonathan Thorp, Chief Learning Officer at Quantum Connections. Dr. Thorp is a renowned expert in relational competency, with a focus on neuro and quantum social sciences. With 25 years of service in the United States Navy as a Naval Aviator and Flight Instructor, and later corporate leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase & Co., Dr. Thorp brings a unique blend of military discipline, corporate insight, and educational expertise. In this episode of Scaling Culture, Ron and Dr. Thorp discuss: How leaders can foster psychological safety in their teams to combat burnout and ..read more

Our guest today is Bob McDonald – former United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs and former CEO of Procter & Gamble. Bob brings a wealth of experience and wisdom in leadership, having guided both military and corporate teams through complex challenges. His focus on values-based leadership and attention to detail has set a high standard in organizational culture. In this episode of Scaling Culture, Ron and Bob discuss: The importance of aligning personal values with organizational goals Strategies for building a culture of trust and accountability Insights on leading through crises and ..read more

Our guest today is Joey Coleman, who helps companies keep their customers and employees. As an award-winning speaker, Joey Coleman shares his First 100 Days® methodology for improving customer and employee retention with organizations around the world, such as Whirlpool, Volkswagen Australia, and Zappos. His two books have received critical acclaim and both were instant Wall Street Journal best sellers.  In this episode of Scaling Culture, Ron and Joey discuss: The importance of building advocates when onboarding new employees, and some strategies to build strong connections from the out ..read more

Our guest is Kelly Mackin, the founder of Motives Met. Join us in this insightful episode as we explore her mission to revolutionize work life, her research into values, stress, and emotions, and the transformative frameworks and tools designed to achieve a work life well-lived. In this episode of Scaling Culture, Ron and Kelly discuss: What is ‘work-life balance’ really mean? The 5 steps that help leaders and individuals in the workplace How do motives evolve? Why we need to have successful motives at work The internal tools around managing stress For more information about Kelly or her ..read more

Our guest is Bryce Tully, CEO and Co-Founder of Innerlogic. As a performance psychology & culture lead with the Canadian Olympic Team for 8 years, Bryce brings a wealth of knowledge to the change management, culture, and leadership space. His company Innerlogic is a disruptive culture and intelligence platform that repairs company culture when engagement is in conflict to culture – giving companies and leaders a culture playbook.  In this episode of Scaling Culture, Ron and Bryce discuss:  Optimizing human performance under pressure and aligning it with EQ, leadership and cultu ..read more

Our guest is Kerri Davis, CEO and founder of Fortress, although she would better describe her focus as being the Chief Vision Officer and Chief Supporter to her incredible executive team. Kerri pushes the team to solve internal problems with extreme passion, transparency, efficiency, and simplicity, and to do the same for Fortress’s clients and business partners.  In this episode of Scaling Culture, Ron and Kerri discuss: Why extreme transparency and vulnerability at the top are the secret ingredients to get to know your employees The balance of overachievement in the workplace and how ..read more

Our guest is Kristi Herold, CEO and founder of JAM Group and the best-selling author of “It Pays to PLAY” Kristi’s best-selling book, “It Pays to PLAY – How Play Improves Business Culture,” a valuable resource for organizations looking to foster a playful environment, boost productivity, enhance retention and improve workplace culture. Her vision is to get one million people playing annually! In this episode of Scaling Culture, Ron and Kristi discuss:   • The benefits of a playful workplace and practical ways to incorporate fun • How to help employees break out of their shell and overcom ..read more

Our guest is Rick Jackson - Executive Vice President Engagement & Enablement at Deutsche Post DHL Group.  During his 18 years with Deutsche Post DHL Group, Rick has gained a wealth of experience and expertise in various parts of the business. Rick works closely with all business units to engage, enable and empower employee  across the globe.  In this episode of Scaling Culture, Ron and Rick discuss: DHL’s company-wide cultural revolution and its lasting impacts How to effectively build in empathy and mindfulness across your organization How DHL scaled culture to a po ..read more