DECODING AQ - Adaptability For The Future Of Work With Ross Thornley Ross Thornley + Special Guests

Martyn helps Recruitment and People Leaders navigate the world of Conversational and Generative AI.

I think of myself as a ‘recruitment engineer’ – able to help solve blockers in the recruitment process using technology.
I am fascinated with the world of chatbots and voicebots and how this is a game-changer for recruiters that implement conversational automation.
I work with agency, in-house and RPO teams to discover conversations that are ripe for automation, measure the value impact and design and implement the solution.

Ross and Martyn talk about generative AI, holistic technological environments, recruiting with AI, HR, enjoying discovering how things work, telecoms, engineering, computer science, fixing things with technology, entrepreneurship and recruitment.  The pair also discuss AI elevating peoples capacity, chatbots, job hopping, AI replacing people, gig employment, the world of work, augmentation of the workforce, being a sponge, mountain rescue, not quitting, pushing back on the status quo, politics, accepting change, co-piloting technology, using AI to become more efficient, job applications, assessing skills, having children and immersive technology.

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Nadya is Chief Reinvention Officer at the Reinvention Academy. She helps corporations thrive in perpetual turbulence and capitalize on disruption, teaching her science-based methods to help 1B people reinvent continuously.

Nadya helps people & organizations turn change & disruptions into an opportunity - and a source of real competitive advantage - again and again.

Called ‘The Reinvention Guru’ (In Ventures magazine) & ‘The Queen of Reinvention’ (TEDx Navasink), Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva is a business owner, educator, speaker & author -- specializing in reinvention.

As a consultant, Nadya has helped such organizations as The Coca-Cola Company, ERG, Kohler, L'Oreal, IBM, CISCO, Erste Bank, Henkel, Knauf Insulation & many others to reinvent their products, processes, & leadership practices.

As an author, Nadya has written three books (“Embedded Sustainability: The Next Big Competitive Advantage” in 2011, “Overfished Ocean Strategy: Powering Up Innovation for a Resource-Deprived World” in 2014, and "Titanic Syndrome: Why Companies Fail and How to Reinvent Your Way Out of Any Business Disaster" in 2018) and contributed to six others.

Nadya’s fourth and latest book, “The Chief Reinvention Officer Handbook: How to Thrive in Chaos” is the a finalist in the American Book Fest Awards, the winner of the 2021 Axiom Business Books Awards, and the winner of the Kirkus Star, "one of the most coveted designations in the book industry, which marks books of exceptional merit."

Ross and Nadya talk about reinvention, startups, humans speed of change, systems surviving change, adaptability, tragedy, the USSR, mergers and acquisitions,  Planet Earth with Julia Roberts, war, sustainability, big systems, critical mass, helping the world, compound stress, companies lifespan, anticipating change, design change, implementing change bridging operating systems and unlearning. The pair also discuss continuous reinvention, big transitions, technology accelerators, strategic planning, flexibility contracts, small changes, sabotage, dynamic budgeting, mindset, playful in chaos,  cycles of regular reinvention, refreshing regularly, implementing change, values changing, Titanic Syndrome Test, Stella Adjust strategy canvas, asking good questions, learning new tools, founding a startup, entrepreneurship, the reinvention summit and elevating awareness.


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00:19 Intro to Nadya00:45 Nadya's background02:32 Gratitude06:39 Studying reinvention15:53 The meaning of reinvention26:05 Ground level reinvention for organisations37:51 Recent impacts of reinvention45:24 Nadya's Favourite tool48:26 The last time Nadya did something for the first time50:29 Nadya's vision for the future for the Reinvention AcademyConnect with Nadya:
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Will Guillaume Foussier is Co-Founder & CEO at AceUp, part of MG 100, Forbes 30U30, Harvard Alumni and TechStars Alumni. TechStars  have successfully raised $2.2m throughout the accelerator.

Will founded AceUp back in 2016, a human transformation platform that provides highly personalized leadership coaching at scale for individuals and teams.

Will's journey from social-impact investment to pioneering in the coaching industry shows a commitment to doing well by doing good. With AceUp, he's not just reshaping how organizations align on purpose, values, and goals but also how individuals and teams can realize their utmost capabilities. Get ready to dive into the future of leadership, adaptability, and the power of positive impact.

Will is also the founding member of the Human-Centered Leadership Research Consortium with the Institute of Coaching.

Ross and Will talk about changing careers, meaning, coaching, getting out of comfort zones, public speaking, changing lives, empowerment, transformation, limiting beliefs, education, Harvard University, mentorship, impact, innovation, continuous disruption, adapting, crisis, evolution, showing the importance of mission, supporting team leaders.
The pair also discuss common purpose, leadership upscaling, the new generation of leaders, leadership excellence,  driving sustainable change, common language,  dynamic leadership, scaling, alignment,  coaching without frame work, culture, growing together, 'me to we', improving teams, clear contracts, finding time to grow, helping team leaders and learning new skills.

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00:16 Intro to Will01:56 Starting AceUp08:39 Turning Will's realisation into a business15:18 Challenges and overcoming them22:29 Key challenges people go to Will for30:37 Core curriculum or bespoke principles when coaching at scale39:17 Team coaching49:11 The last time Will did something for the first timeConnect with Ross:
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Dr. Keith Keating is BDO Canada's first Chief Learning and Development Officer

Today, I'm honored to host Dr. Keith Keating, a visionary in the realm of learning and development, who has invested over two decades to shaping the future of education. From his humble beginnings as a high school dropout to becoming an influential doctorate holder from the University of Pennsylvania, His journey is a compelling narrative of resilience and transformation. As a lecturer, the author of the award-winning 'The Trusted Learning Advisor', and BDO Canada's first Chief Learning and Development Officer.

He Partners with Fortune 500 giants, steering corporate learning towards unprecedented horizons.

Listen in as Keith's story is not just one of personal triumph but a beacon for anyone aspiring to turn potential into achievement. His expertise in crafting global, innovative learning strategies and his commitment to talent development make him a pivotal figure in driving workforce transformations.

Ross and Keith talk about BDO Canada, navigating change, being overwhelmed, what can be accomplished, tapping into your passion, the power of learning, mindset, guidance, evolution, knowledge philanthropy, controlling your own narrative, being supportive, giving self permission and the science behind learning. The pair also discuss getting credibility,  book - Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning, building experience, understanding tools, getting comfortable with AI,  growth, adaptability, workforce futurists, anticipating the future, what's holding people back, changing perspectives, dreaming big, bravery, innovation, AI taking jobs, human relationships and cohorts.

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00:23 Intro to Dr Keith01:00 Keith's bio02:17 What excites Keith these days04:29 Enjoying work06:56 Writing a book and sharing service09:25 Experience as an order taker17:25 How organisations can shift mindsets24:48 Navigating AI and using tools properly30:41 Unlearning things which are holding us back35:14 Current projects41:21 Evolution outside the box42:11 Worst case scenarios48:28 AI vs interacting with people 49:39 The last time Dr Keith did something for the first timeConnect with Dr Keith:
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Today, I'm stepping outside our normal guest profile. Of coaches, L&D professionals, CHRO's and business leaders.

I am thrilled to share my guest for today's show is Keith Day, known as 'The Neuropathy Warrior'.

Keith's remarkable journey through battling and triumphing over neuropathy has not only reshaped his life but has also inspired countless others facing similar challenges. His story is a testament to the incredible power of human spirit and resilience, making him a beacon of hope for healthcare providers, patients, and all striving to turn adversity into strength.

Join us as Keith illuminates the path to resilience, health, and hope, offering insights that promise to empower and uplift

Ross and Keith talk about the human spirit, the path to resistance, hope, the nervous system, quality of life, depression, losing independence, fear, personal experiences, cancer, radical improvement, chemotherapy inducing neuropathy, treating the cause of problems, taking action for yourself, managing inflammation, toxins getting into the skin, needing assistance and being believed. The pair also discuss exercise, hitting rock bottom, finding help, empathy, helping your blood flow, standing while working, stages of neuropathy, getting into a routine, employee mobility, diabetics, processed food, glutton, sugar, health screenings, vegan food, lab grown food and open mindedness.

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00:16 Intro to Keith01:45 Neuropathy explained09:54 Dealing with and defeating the unexpected effects of neuropathy21:09 Mental effects transitioning through big challenges28:00 Leaders in work environments responding better32:31 Movement is medicine36:05 Being proactive to help detect neuropathy and nutrition40:35 Encouraging human improvement44:34 The last time Keith did something for the first time
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Get ready to redefine your operating system for change!

Please join me in welcoming Kathryn Goetzke, an innovator in the field of mental health and a global depression advocate. Kathryn's journey intertwines resilience, motivation, and the transformative power of mindset in navigating the complexities of mental health and business.

I really want you to know a little more about Kathryn before we get stuck in. She has been instrumental in advancing the science of hope, creating 'Hopeful Mindsets' for college campuses and spearheading Hopeful Minds and Hopeful Cities through her nonprofit Ifred. She's also the author of 'The Biggest Little Book About Hope' and the voice behind The Hope Matrix podcast.

Kathryn's innovative journey includes launching Mood-lites™, a brand that significantly contributed to mental health awareness and has achieved over $35M dollars retail success. Her role at the United Nations as a representative for the World Federation for Mental Health underscores her global influence.

Overcoming personal challenges with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and the loss of her father to suicide, Kathryn's story is one of resilience and transformation. Her diverse career spans from 3M Corporation to leading marketing roles and her own entrepreneurial ventures, impacting many through her work and advocacy.

Lean in as we unravel the science and the stories behind adaptation, and explore with Kathryn the power of hope in navigating an ever-changing world

Ross and Kathryn talk about advancing the science of hope,  taking action, the need for hope, getting hope, hopelessness, measuring hope, elevating hope, unattainable goals, hopelessness, despair, motivational hopelessness, teaching, normalising helplessness, managing hopelessness, aspirational hope and the science of hope. The pair also discuss Schneider's Hope Theory, hope in the workplace, leadership, hopeful mindset, managing stress, solution focused approach, stretch goals, smart goals, balancing goals, Astro Teller Managing director of X, measuring progress to build confidence, courage, embracing fear, harnessing emotional energy, negative news stories, nutrition, educating, obstacles, writing down goals, achieving goals, timescale, creating and HRV. 

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00:16:17 Intro to Kathryn00:58:07 Kathryn's background02:45:01 What Kathryn is hopeful for03:17:18 International Day of Hope05:50:12 Mental Heath and suicide provention09:52:18 The use of the word 'hope'11:48:00 Hope being contagious14:27:14 The negatives and then positives of big or unachievable goals18:07:23 Goal hierarchy and measuring progress24:58:13 Despair and hopelessness27:34:18 Diet related to hopelessness and sleep29:50:11 Maintaining hope during change34:56:04 Goal setting38:16:17 Kathryn's Goals for 202443:58:21 The last time Kathryn did something for the first time46:52:19 Final encouragement
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