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Greg Besner says organizational culture is key to employee engagement and performance
“Organizational culture” is a hot phrase these days in leadership discussions. And Greg Besner knows all about it. He is a highly accomplished entrepreneur who has won praise for his performances as a CEO. He was an early investor in a business that talks a lot about culture – Zappos. And CultureIQ, a company that… Read More
John-Mark Bolton’s keys to entrepreneurial success
Immediately after his college graduation in 2013, John-Mark Bolton launched a company, ClearDefense Pest Control. In just a few years, he and his co-founders have built a thriving business, with a team of over 200 people working in 8 states. Their goal is to operate nationwide. In this episode, John-Mark describes how he was “raised… Read More
Recent retiree Tom asks Bev’s advice about moving past his sense of loss
In two March episodes, guest host Tom Hodson talked with Bev Jones about how to build a portfolio career, as an alternative to traditional retirement. Since then, Tom has in fact retired from his leadership role at Ohio University and WOUB. While he has many interests, he’s finding the transition to be more challenging than… Read More
International executive search expert discusses getting hired and getting ahead
Umesh Ramakrishnan is a senior leader at Kingsley Gate Partners, a global executive search firm. And he’s a thought leader, often called upon to share insights about what it takes to rise to the top of an organization. In this episode, Umesh talks about how technology is changing the way professionals get hired. He explains… Read More
Composer and career coach Garrett Hope discusses new work opportunities
Today’s guest has a broad career portfolio. Garrett Hope is a composer, an occasional music professor and a career coach. His podcast – The Portfolio Composer – helps composers and performers see themselves not only as artists but also as being in business. These days Garrett also is passionate about helping people make career pivots…. Read More
Palm Beach real estate broker Rosalind Clarke shares career tips
For more than 30 years, Rosalind Clarke has been a major player in Palm Beach residential real estate. It’s a career this talented Brit fell into, after her London-based employer closed their Florida office and shut down the firm. In today’s episode, Rosalind talks about this unusually high end market, and offers insights about careers… Read More
Career expert Kerry Hannon shares tips for working remotely
Prolific jobs and finance writer Kerry Hannon has a new book out, and it could be THE career book of 2020: “Great Pajama Jobs: Your Complete Guide to Working from Home.” In this episode, frequent guest Kerry offers good advice about how to secure and thrive in a work-from-anywhere job. We discuss how today’s job… Read More
Black job searchers face special challenges, says Mark Anthony Dyson
Career expert Mark Anthony Dyson is a prolific writer and speaker, and his savvy advice has helped countless job seekers become more effective. In this return visit to Jazzed About Work, Mark focuses in on microaggressions and other special challenges faced by Black professionals. And he offers tips and techniques that are useful to anyone… Read More
There are employers seeking recent grads, say Scott Dettman
Yes — there are jobs out there for the college class of 2020. And in this episode Scott Dettman offers tips to help them and other recent grads to find them. He suggests that you not try to go it alone, but instead develop your network, reaching out to anybody you know. At the… Read More
Esports and other sports businesses will generate new jobs and big revenues, says strategic communications expert Jackie Reau
If you’re looking for billion-dollar businesses that are likely to grow in coming years, consider the world of sports. That’s the advice of today’s guest, Jackie Reau, CEO of Game Day Communications. For example, Esports — video gaming at a competitive level – has a global audience of more than 440 million people. It… Read More
Tech veteran creates platform to help people live longer, happier lives
Serial entrepreneur Mark Silverman spent 30 successful years building, running and advising a series of consumer and tech companies. Then he shifted gears. He was moved to action as he watched the challenges faced by several aging family members. As he contemplated the needs of empty nesters, retirees and others wanting more meaningful lives, he… Read More
Get ready for a new wave of hiring, says WorkingNation exec Joan Lynch
For several years nonprofit media company WorkingNation has been warning America that we might face a massive unemployment crisis. In this Jazzed About Work episode, Joan Lynch, the company’s chief content officer, talks about why a job skills gap has long been threatening to disrupt our economy. But she also offers hope, with insights about… Read More
Networking during a pandemic is Bev and Tom’s focus in this lively chat
The COVID-19 crises reminds us that people truly do need to feel connected with other people. And overwhelming research suggests that a strong and diverse network of relationships is key to building a resilient career. But it can be challenging to keep networking when nothing feels normal. In this episode, guest host Tom Hodson talks… Read More
WOUB Prepares Executive Career Coach Beverly Jones to be a Successful Leader
Jones credits her journalism degree and time at WOUB for career success ATHENS, OH – Author, WOUB Podcast Host and Executive Career Coach Beverly Jones didn’t follow a career path in journalism after graduating with a journalism degree from Ohio University in 1969. It wasn’t because she didn’t enjoy or want to pursue the profession,… Read More
Steve Kahan advises young professionals to find jobs at tech startups
Marketing expert and serial entrepreneur Steve Kahan is worried about the job prospects for recent college grads. And he has strong opinions about how they might best launch their careers. In this episode he shares advice from his book, Be a Startup Superstar – Ignite Your Career Working at a Tech Startup. He says you… Read More
3 Zapponians describe life at Zappos, a company shaped by service and weirdness
In this episode, a trio of Zappos marketing pros — Derrin Hawkins, Kelly Smith and Tia Zuniga – describe how and why they crowd-sourced a book about this intriguing company. They talk about how Zappos maintains a radical focus on both serving customers and keeping employees happy. And they describe why they prefer working face-to-face,… Read More
Bev and Tom discuss more tips for planning your entrepreneurial career
Continuing a discussion started in the last episode, here executive coach Bev Jones and guest host Tom Hodson continue talking about how to plan a portfolio career, as an alternative to retirement. Using Tom’s multi-faceted career as a hypothetical example, they talk through the creation of a mind map that charts out a career that… Read More
Entreprenuership Tips From “Jazzed About Work” Host Beverly Jones
In this episode of Jazzed About Work, guest host Tom Hodson interviews our own Beverly Jones. Bev wears her career coaching hat this time as she gives some nuts and bolts advice about how to launch your own business … whether you’re in the middle of your career… or thinking about an alternative to retirement…. Read More
Seek meaningful work as you consider your whole life, suggests Shawn Askinosie
For years, Shawn Askinosie loved being a successful criminal defense lawyer in Springfield, Missouri. But then he felt like the work was killing him. In this episode, Shawn describes why he changed everything, and how today he leads Askinosie Chocolate, a company that makes small-batch artisanal chocolate — with social responsibility cooked into every bar…. Read More
A good plan will help you thrive in your new job, says career coach Robert Moment
Today’s episode will be particularly helpful for young professionals eager to get their new jobs off to a great start. Washington career coach and personal branding strategist Robert Moment has specialized in preparing people to outshine the competition during job interviews. But some of the same techniques will support your success after you do get… Read More
Taking good care of employees is smart business, says psychologist Laura Hamill
Laura Hamill’s dad struggled to find a stable, supportive job. So young Laura was determined to get her Ph.D. and work her way to the top. She succeeded, but then she burned out. So she looked for something different. Now she’s the HR and science leader at a Limeade, a company that’s all about thriving… Read More
Powerful writing can empower your success, says award-winning author Carla Bass
For 30 years, retired Air Force Colonel Carla Bass worked with officers, ambassadors, and congressional delegations, drafting executive letters, talking points, personnel appraisals and nominations. Along the way she perfected her writing methodologies, composed a handbook, and taught thousands of Air Force personnel how to write powerfully. In this episode, Carla shares tips from the… Read More
Manage your attention, not just your time, says productivity expert Maura Thomas
For busy professionals, the workload can feel overwhelming, pushing us into a defensive mode. And it’s tough to sort out what matters when we’re constantly being distracted by messages that feel urgent, but maybe aren’t all that important. In this episode, leading productivity expert Maura Thomas offers tips for sorting out your priorities, from her… Read More
Sales skills can bring success in any kind of job, says Connie Whitman
In today’s episode, New Jersey teacher, coach and marketing consultant Connie Whitman explains how sales and customer service skills can empower your career, no matter where you work or what you do. We discuss how – whether you are making a sale or pitching an idea – being persuasive starts with building a relationship and… Read More
Episode 068 : Business ownership can end poverty, says entrepreneurship expert Steve Mariotti
Social entrepreneur and celebrated teacher Steve Mariotti has written numerous guides for starting your own business. And he is well known for launching the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, which has provided 60 hours of business training for more than a million disadvantaged young people around the world. In today’s episode, Steve gets personal as he… Read More
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