In this episode of The Long-Distance Worklife, Wayne Turmel sits down with Dr. Jessica Kriegel, Chief Scientist of Workplace Culture at Culture Partners, to explore the true essence of workplace culture. Dr. Kriegel challenges the common misconceptions that culture is all about perks like ping-pong tables, explaining instead how an adaptive culture—one that evolves with

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Wayne Turmel talks with Alex Geesbreght, co-founder of PRAX Leadership, about the changing landscape of leadership in the remote and hybrid work environment. Alex shares insights on the state of leadership today, the importance of authentic connections, and the skills leaders need to develop to succeed. They discuss emotional regulation, the significance of self-leadership, and

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Posted in  Guests, Leadership, Surviving Remote Work   on  July 22, 2024 by  Marisa Eikenberry0 comments

Wayne Turmel dives into the intricacies of the current employment market with Khaled Hussein, a remote work expert and a key player at Betterleap. As the world continues to navigate through phases like the Great Resignation and the Great Compromise, Khaled sheds light on the concept of talent stagnation and the evolving expectations of both

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Posted in  Guests, Leadership   on  July 8, 2024 by  Marisa Eikenberry0 comments

In this episode of the Long-Distance Worklife Podcast, Wayne Turmel interviews Jim Frawley, the author of “Fantasized Talent” and an expert in executive development. Jim delves into the concept of fantasized talent, a term he coined to describe a specific type of overconfidence that can emerge in the absence of real feedback, particularly in remote

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Posted in  Guests, Leadership, Working Remotely   on  June 26, 2024 by  Marisa Eikenberry0 comments

Wayne Turmel chats with Nathan Kracklauer, the Chief Research Officer at Abilitie, about the innovative 12-Week MBA program. Discover how this experiential learning approach is transforming remote leadership training and providing valuable skills for managers in hybrid and remote work environments. Nathan shares his insights on the importance of building trust, learning in cohorts, and

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Posted in  Guests, Hybrid Work, Leadership, Working Remotely   on  May 6, 2024 by  Marisa Eikenberry0 comments

Wayne Turmel sits down with John Forsythe of Deloitte Consulting’s Human Capital Group. They dive into Deloitte’s Human Capital Trend Report 2024, exploring the evolving landscape of hybrid work and what it means for senior leaders. John shares his insights on the push and pull of hybrid arrangements, the importance of flexibility, and how AI

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