Dr. Simon Maltais is an active cardiac surgeon in one of the world’s largest providers of healthcare services. Board-certified from Canada, served as a previous vice chair of the Mayo Clinic, he has a doctorate degree in biomedical engineering and heart regeneration. He is an internationally recognized leader in the field of heart transplantation, mechanical heart devices, and alternative cardiac interventions. Simon has worked in two different countries and health systems, and provides a unique perspective on the delivery of care and its inherent challenges for healthcare workers, particularl ..read more

Naya Joseph has led diversity and inclusion initiatives with an open heart and open mind throughout her career. She shares her story in landing a role at Colorstack to champion black and brown students' careers. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/career-catharsis. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

Athari is a social enterprise providing job search and career coaching to women and purpose driven professionals passionate about making a positive impact in the world. We are a global community of changemakers, non-profit professionals, sustainability champions, social entrepreneurs, students & recent graduates, digital marketing creatives, travel lovers, human rights activists, book worms, and empathetic, kind, beautiful souls. athari.ca Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/career-catharsis. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

Workplace support for breastfeeding parents is good for business. With breastfeeding employees facing a multitude of logistical, emotional and physical challenges that impact their success at feeding and at work, companies that invest in a lactation-supportive climate see a 94% retention rate, 50% reduction in sick days and $875 savings per feeding parent/year (US Dept. of Health & Human Services). Enter new mom Amy VanHaren, who founded pumpspotting after her lonely experience being a new breastfeeding, working, traveling new mama, who recognized that to be successful ..read more

Allison has led HR at companies such as Aircall, dailymotion and now Merlyn Mind. Her insights on building a career based on her interests, particularly identity, showcase how you don't need to have all the answers when it comes to building a career you're proud of. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/career-catharsis. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

As the co-founder and managing director of the Singapore branch of EGN (Executives’ Global Network), guest speaker, Nick Jonsson, talks about how he is matching senior executives in confidential peer groups where they can help each other face challenges and identify opportunities for growth. He is also an International Coaching Federation (ICF) certified coach, who loves to work with executives to help them with their career and lifestyle choices. Nick holds a bachelor of communication degree (marketing and advertising) and a master's in public relations from Bond University, Au ..read more

Have you been wondering how to set up your home office to improve your well-being? Workplace wellness has entered the home in an increasingly remote working environment, and what employers may have been intentional about pre-pandemic in offices, has now become a part of an employee's choice to create functional, pleasing spaces to thrive at work and in life. Tune in to learn about Arielle's career story as AVP Communications at U.S. Bank as well as her concurrent role as Founder of trendprescient, an interior design firm sourcing ethical goods to design refreshing spaces that inspire. To co ..read more

Sarah Baker Andrus is the founder and CEO of Avarah Careers, a career coaching business. She’s worked on all sides of the hiring equation, as a recruiter, hiring manager, and a career counselor, serving in the corporate world, non-profits, and academia. When it comes to the hiring process and how it works from the inside, she’s seen it all. In addition to leading Avarah Careers, she currently teaches as an adjunct professor and serves as the Assistant Director of Career Services at the University of Delaware, coaching MBA students and alumni. When she’s not working, she enjoys reading, writin ..read more

Michelle Wax is the founder of American Happiness Project, a movement across 50 states focused on creating more joy in the everyday. Wax works with top companies and schools across the USA to help teams thrive in uncertainty, use stress to their advantage, and create positive mindsets through workshops + programs to build community and connection. She produced the American Happiness Documentary, released in February 2021 and also works privately with individuals and groups through their CONNECTION program. Prior to founding American Happiness Project — Wax founded two companies in the food ind ..read more

In this episode, the world’s leading authority on employee recognition Dr. Bob Nelson and his long-time colleague, performance consultant Mario Tamayo, discuss how and why they teamed up to write their new book Work Made Fun Gets Done! all about FUN in the ever-changing workplace. Deloitte has labeled the 2020’s as "The Era of Workplace Fun.," and there are no better experts than Dr. Bob and Mario to address the topic! The authors/guests speak on:  Why a fun workplace requires more than a breakroom Ping-Pong table or free soda in the fridge Proven, easy-to-use strategies and best practi ..read more