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Raj Tumuluri, founder and CEO of Openstream
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/JazzedAboutWork/mp3/111RajTumuluri_210715.mp3 This episode focuses on Artificial Intelligence, and how AI is reshaping the workplace. Our guest is Raj Tumuluri, founder and CEO of Openstream, which produces artificial-intelligence-based virtual assistant technology for businesses. Raj will describe how consumers and workers already are interacting with AI on a regular basis. He’ll address the concern that robots are… Read More
“Finding Comfort During Hard Times” with Earl Johnson
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/JazzedAboutWork/mp3/110EarlJohnson.mp3 It seems COVID-19 has made us more aware of the importance of compassion, and more thoughtful about how to support our colleagues, as well as friends and family. Today’s guest is Earl Johnson, a founder of the spiritual care function at the American Red Cross, and a man who understands compassion. Earl is an… Read More
Mark Anthony Dyson, “The Voice of Job Seekers”
Today’s guest, Mark Anthony Dyson, says the U.S. job search process has changed considerably in the last year. Mark is a well-known career writer, podcaster and speaker, and his robust website, The Voice of Job Seekers, offers a wide range of helpful career information. In this episode, he discusses evolving trends, like the wave of… Read More
WOUB Podcast Host Featured on CNN Web Series
Executive Career Coach Beverly Jones hosts WOUB’s Jazzed About Work ATHENS, OH – Beverly Jones can now add “CNN expert” to her long list of credits. The author, WOUB podcast host and executive career coach recently appeared on an episode of the CNN web series The Game Plan: Building a Strong Financial Future. Sponsored by… Read More
Scott Shute, LinkedIn’s Head of Mindfulness and Compassion
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/JazzedAboutWork/mp3/107ScottSchute.mp3 Jazzed About Work guests often mention LinkedIn as an important tool for learning about career trends and building your network. Today’s guest is actually from LinkedIn, and he’ll be focusing on some of the deeper aspects of connecting with other people. His name is Scott Shute, and not long ago he was LinkedIn’s vice… Read More
Support your team with anytime coaching, suggests Wendy Swire
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/JazzedAboutWork/mp3/106WendySwire.mp3 Today’s theme is how to help your team members grow and thrive by building coaching into your everyday conversations at work. Our guest is Wendy Swire, an executive coach, leadership consultant and pioneer in the art of using neuroscience to help people become more engaged and productive on the job. She’s also co-other… Read More
You can bridge the workplace gap between “us” and “them,” says Laura Kriska
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/JazzedAboutWork/mp3/105LauraKriska.mp3 It’s time to create more productive and welcoming workplaces. Today’s guest is Laura Krista, a White American cross-cultural consultant whose commitment to building diverse and collaborative work teams dates to her early years working in Japan. She’ll talk about her book, “The Business of WE,” which describes the benefits of fostering connections among people… Read More
Unemployment is a crisis but new jobs are coming, says Joan Lynch
Our returning guest, Joan Lynch, is a jobs expert who is in touch with some of the hottest trends related to the future of work. She is also the Chief Content Officer of WorkingNation, a nonprofit media group focused on both the jobs skills gap and solutions for the American economy and our working people…. Read More
Master your own thoughts and stop drifting, says David Ibarra
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/JazzedAboutWork/mp3/103DavidIbarra.mp3 David Ibarra is an entrepreneur, leadership consultant and well-known speaker. But he says his real mission is working with employed adults who drift through jobs feeling unsatisfied. And David models what it takes to take charge of your own destiny. The son of a Mexican immigrant father and rural Utah mother, David spent much… Read More
Choose to follow your North Star, says Jawad Ahsan
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/JazzedAboutWork/mp3/102JawadAhsan.mp3 The career path hasn’t always been easy for Jawad Ahsan, the son of Pakistani immigrants. But along the way he chose to be a leader and to guide his own career by following his “North Star.” In his inspiring book “What They Didn’t Tell Me,” Jawad describes how he made his way up the… Read More
Dressing mindfully supports success, says image strategist Jordan Stolch
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/JazzedAboutWork/mp3/101JordanStolch.mp3 Although we have moved beyond rigid standards about how to dress, Jordan Stolch, Founder of MiKADO Personal Styling, says the way you shape your look still matters at work. In this episode, Jordan explains that dressing for success doesn’t mean you have to be a fashionista. Your goal should be to feel and project… Read More
Jazzed About Work Celebrates Its 100th Episode Looking at What’s Coming Next
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/JazzedAboutWork/mp3/100_BevTom.mp3 In this Special Edition of Jazzed About Work, your usual host Beverly Jones reviews with guest host Tom Hodson some of the topics from past episodes but more importantly, previews what’s to come in 2021 Beverly and Tom also delve into career issues confronting us during the pandemic and Beverly gives advice on… Read More
Core Values can change everything, says Darius Mirshahzadeh
In this episode we talk about why core values are so important in shaping an organization, and how well-defined values can be a powerful management tool. Our guest, serial entrepreneur Darius Mirshahzadeh, shares tips from his book, “The Core Value Equation.” He describes how strong organizational values can help you make decisions. He talks about… Read More
Kathryn Troutman helps you find government jobs
In 2020, Federal government jobs were among the most secure. And with more than 2 million people on its payroll, the government is the nation’s biggest employer. Every day, USAJOBS lists hundreds of vacancies at agency facilities across the country. And maybe some there would suit you? Author and trainer Kathryn Troutman has a deep… Read More
Kayvan Kian offers tips for thriving in uncertain times
Navigating your career in a world that feels out of control can be daunting. In his thoughtful and clearly written book, What is Water? McKinsey consultant Kayvan Kian offers simple tips for changing your focus and remaining calm in challenging times. In this episode, Kayvan talks about how you can thrive by concentrating on those… Read More
Psychologist Laura Hamill describes workplace burnout
We know that many workers are struggling, and a recent survey takes a deep look at the specifics of how employees how feel about their jobs. In this episode, Laura Hamill, an executive at software company Limeade, shares the results from their recent “2020 Employee Care Report.” We talk about how the pandemic is affecting… Read More
Conscious Learning Promotes Resilience and Career Growth
The power of learning new things is the topic in this lively conversation with guest host Tom Hodson, coach Bev Jones and frequent WOUB guest Judge Gayle Williams-Byers. Your days at work are more rewarding when tasks challenge your thinking and stretch your mind. Learning activities – whether you take micro steps or deep dives… Read More
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
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