In this heartfelt episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro sits down with Ged Cranny, Senior Consultant with Konica Minolta's International Service Business, as he reflects on his remarkable 45-year journey in field service on the cusp of retirement. From navigating the evolution of service from cost center to strategic advantage, to insights on balancing technological innovation with human connection, Ged shares candid perspectives on leadership, diversity, and the enduring importance of customer relationships. Whether you're a seasoned service leader or rising through the ranks, this conve ..read more

Sarah sits down with Jason Anthoine, a veteran of internal communications with 35 years of experience, to unpack the critical balance between high-tech and high-touch communication, discuss how to leverage internal influencers effectively, and reveal why many leaders unconsciously 'under-lead ..read more

Sarah shares what’s on the hearts and minds of the Future of Field Service community when it comes to International Women’s Day 2025 and its theme to #AccelerateAction ..read more

In this episode of the Unscripted podcast, host Sarah Nicastro welcomes Rob Kalwarowsky, an executive coach, author, and TEDx speaker, to discuss breaking the cycle of toxic leadership. Together, they: Explore Rob's background in heavy industry and his firsthand experience with toxic workplace cultures Define six distinct types of destructive leadership, including arrogant/violent, abusive narcissist, ghost manager, messy boss, passive-aggressive, and passive egocentric Discuss how modern leadership needs are evolving, particularly with younger generations demanding more empathetic and i ..read more

In this episode of the Unscripted podcast, host Sarah Nicastro welcomes Dave Cole, Director of Energy Strategy at Sizewell C, to explore the innovative shared resources model implemented in the UK's nuclear services sector. Together, they: • Examine how Nuclear Services was created to address talent retention challenges and maximize resource utilization across multiple nuclear power licensees • Delve into the unique aspects of operating in a highly regulated nuclear environment, including the importance of maintaining long-term technical expertise and regulatory compliance • Explore the benefi ..read more

In this episode of the Unscripted podcast, host Sarah Nicastro welcomes Arnaud Billard, Senior Director for Applications and Service for Europe at Cepheid. Together, they: • Explore the delicate balance between AI adoption and preserving human connection in service delivery, discussing how to navigate technology evolution while maintaining valuable customer relationships • Examine real-world examples of when automated service falls short, sharing personal experiences that highlight the critical need for human empathy and understanding in complex service situations • Discuss how service has ev ..read more

In this episode of The Unscripted Podcast, host Sarah Nicastro is joined by Maureen Azzato, Portfolio Director for Manufacturing and Field Service Events at Worldwide Business Research (WBR), to discuss the current state of AI in field service. Drawing from WBR's recent research, they explore the industry's adoption trends, successful use cases, and common implementation challenges.  Maureen shares insights on how early adopters are leveraging AI for operational efficiency, knowledge management, and improved customer satisfaction, while addressing concerns about integration, costs, and c ..read more

In this episode of the Unscripted podcast, host Sarah Nicastro welcomes Sara Mueller, an Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Keynote Speaker, Leadership Trainer, and Executive Coach, for a discussion around the misconceptions about EQ, the most common missteps across the four pillars of EQ, and what to do in each pillar that works. Sara has over 15 years of experience in the field. After transitioning from a successful career in the field service industry, Sarah dedicated herself to exploring EQ and self-mastery, driven by her own journey through burnout and personal challenges. She has worked with Fo ..read more

In this episode of the Unscripted podcast, host Sarah Nicastro welcomes Joern Lindstaedt, SVP for Global Customer Service at Rolls-Royce Power Systems, who was acknowledged as a Future of Field Service Stand Out 50 leader last year. Joern shares his views on what service leaders must do to navigate the looming silver tsunami. Joern has over 20 years of experience in customer and product support in aviation, transportation, and power generation. With a career that began in aviation as an airplane mechanic and evolved through various service roles at leading OEMs, Joern brings a wealth of experi ..read more

As we gear up for all the action 2025 is sure to bring our way, host Sara Nicastro welcomes Roy Dockery, once again, for an insightful and provocative episode of Unscripted. The Director of Field Service Research at TSIA brings new perspectives backed by recent experiences to the conversation, shining a light on the critical ways in which field service leaders need to adapt and change their leadership styles this year.  Tabling thought-provoking ideas, the two discuss the many shifts that need to take place, the first being that of a shift away from a culture of complaining with field se ..read more