Wired to Work with Jess Chapman

Jessica Chapman
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Wired to Work is a podcast about how people really work, and how we can work better, together. Hosted by workplace strategist Jess Chapman, each episode blends neuroscience, leadership, and human insight to explore what’s happening in our brains, bodies and our workplaces. Expect practical solo episodes that decode the science in real life, plus conversations with leading neuroscientists, coaches, and wellness experts who bring science-based insights into everyday work. So whether you're interested in creating a great workplace, want to learn how to work better yourself, or just interested in the brain and how we think, lead and learn, hit subscribe and come along. We're Wired to Work and we're just getting started!

  1. 2025-11-03

    28 | Top 5 Takeaways: A Season Two Retrospective!

    As Season 2 wraps up, Jess looks back on the moments that stuck — the insights, laughs, and leadership lessons that made this season one to remember. From kindness at work to navigating change, clarity in relationships, and what it really means to connect with people, these are her Top Five Takeaways to make the tough people stuff easier. ️ Featuring highlights from conversations with Chelsea Colwell-Posh, Tom Hickey, Jeff McAloon, Anna Cook, Pierre Battah, and Susan Englehutt. ️ Watch the full episode now — packed with real-world advice on hiring, leadership, and the people side of growth. YouTube: https://youtu.be/IhRn3i4pD3U?si=rIN5V1FkBPFc5gmr Chapters (00:00:00) - Unlock Your People: A Season Finale(00:01:05) - Chelsea on the Need for More Kindness in Work(00:04:33) - Employers' ability to manage uncertainty(00:07:37) - How To Win a Brother's Love(00:11:59) - In the Elevator With Pierre Batter(00:12:43) - How to Drive Change in the Organization(00:16:34) - Susan Engelhut on the Relationship in Sales(00:19:05) - Just Ask Jess: Season 2

    22 min

  2. 2025-10-27

    27 | Pivots, People & Plot Twists: An Atlantic Canada Panel on Leading Through Change with Steph Hovey & Mike Randall

    What really happens when your business starts to grow — and your people have to grow with it? In this roundtable episode of Unlocking Your People, Jess is joined by Atlantic Canada entrepreneurs Mike Randall (Portfolio) and Stephanie Hovey (Allied Therapy) for a candid chat about leading through change, managing emotion at work, and finding the right cultural fit when hiring. From the hidden costs of moving too fast to why the “people part” matters as much as the business plan, this panel gets real about what it takes to build healthy, thriving teams. ✉️ Get in touch at: contact@ethree.ca   Follow us:   Instagram - @ethreeconsulting LinkedIn - ethree-consulting Website: https://www.ethree.ca   Chapters (00:00:00) - Unlock Your People(00:01:05) - A Chat With Mike Randall and Steph Huffy(00:02:57) - Stephanie on Change Management(00:08:39) - What's the biggest mistake leaders make in planning for change?(00:11:02) - How to Prepare for Change?(00:15:51) - What support does a team need for change?(00:17:27) - On Change and How to Deal with It(00:23:58) - The 3 Step Process on Change Communication(00:27:18) - The Simple Things a Leader Can Do to Make People Feel Seen and(00:32:23) - How to Hire the Right Talent(00:37:08) - Does Psychometrics for Fit Matter?(00:41:21) - Interviewing the Right Person for the Job(00:47:45) - The Need for Talent Development in 2030(00:51:17) - What is harassment prevention legislation in New Brunswick?(00:55:17) - E3CA: HR Self-Serving Toolkit

    57 min

  3. 2025-10-20

    26 | Good Fences, Better Businesses: A Conversation on Legal Foundations with Anna Cook

    Contracts, corporations, and co-founders — oh my! In this episode, Jess sits down with Anna Cook, Partner at Cox & Palmer, for a practical, plain-language look at the legal side of running a business. From when to incorporate, to why every partnership needs a “business prenup,” Anna breaks down what small business owners really need to know — including how to avoid common legal pitfalls as you grow. Plus, Jess tackles a viral workplace scandal in the Just Ask Jess segment: when the CEO and HR lead make headlines for all the wrong reasons, what can small organizations learn about managing relationships at work? ✉️ Get in touch at: contact@ethree.ca Follow us: Instagram - @ethreeconsulting LinkedIn - ethree-consulting Website: https://www.ethree.ca HR Toolkit!: https://www.ethree.ca/hr-toolkit/   Chapters (00:00:00) - Unlock Your People: Small Business Owners(00:00:48) - Meet Anna Cook(00:02:12) - Why Law School Is For Real(00:03:42) - Do You Incorporate or Not?(00:06:56) - Other Things to Consider When Starting a Business With Family(00:13:08) - What are some of the things that you regularly see organizations doing that(00:18:22) - Small Business Owners: Stock Options and Remuneration(00:22:55) - Should You Give Stock Options to Family or Friends?(00:26:48) - Incorporation: The Cast of Characters(00:29:22) - Do Shareowners Have a Right to Vote?(00:33:12) - Confirmations and Documents for Business Owners(00:39:18) - Have You Got a Vision to Sell Your Company?(00:40:09) - Ontario vs Nova Scotia & Quebec: What's the Difference?(00:45:16) - Covid HR: Remote Work and the Law(00:48:54) - Commercial Law(00:50:28) - The Coldplay Kiss Cam(00:54:42) - Are Personal Relationships Bad for the Workplace?(00:56:27) - Questions for Work

    57 min

  4. 2025-10-15

    25.5 | Feedback Without the Fight

    Giving feedback doesn’t have to spark defensiveness — if you know how to do it right. Jess walks through her NICER framework: Notice the behavior, validate intent, and explain consequences in a way that matters. It’s a simple, powerful way to turn tough conversations into growth conversations — minus the friction. Chapters (00:00:03) - How to Coach a Terrible Co-worker(00:04:34) - How to Give Feedback to a Boss

    7 min

  5. 2025-10-13

    25 | Steel-Toed Boots for Burnout: A Conversation on Psychological Safety in the Workplace with Sean Kennedy

    When we talk about safety at work, we usually think hard hats and handrails — but what about the safety to speak up, struggle, or be honest about your mental health? In this episode, Jess sits down with Sean Kennedy to unpack what psychological safety really means. Sean shares his own mental health journey and how stigma shaped his leadership perspective, while Jess explores how organizations can move beyond surface-level wellness to build cultures where people actually feel safe — not just physically, but emotionally too. Chapters (00:00:02) - Unlock Your People: Psychological Safety(00:00:57) - Seth Mind on Mental Health(00:05:47) - Psychological Safety in the Workplace(00:12:18) - Wellbeing and the Lead(00:19:34) - Mental Well-being in the Workforce(00:23:53) - Philip Glass on Workplace Psychosocial Issues(00:25:55) - How to Coach Someone Who's a Jerk(00:30:32) - How to Give Feedback on a Problem(00:33:11) - Just Ask Jess

    34 min

  6. 2025-10-06

    24 | Messy Teams, Missed Feedback, and Other Leadership Headaches: A Just Ask Jess Mailbag Episode on Performance, Culture & Communication

    In this Just Ask Jess episode, Jess tackles real questions from listeners — from how to manage performance in small teams to what to do when your leadership group isn’t aligned. She shares straight-up advice on giving better feedback, getting your people involved, and creating a culture that actually works (not just looks good on paper). ✉️ Get in touch at: contact@ethree.ca   Follow us: Instagram - @ethreeconsulting LinkedIn - ethree-consulting Website: https://www.ethree.ca HR Toolkit!: https://www.ethree.ca/hr-toolkit/ Chapters (00:00:00) - So much.

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  7. 2025-10-03

    23 | Just Ask Jess: Leadership Lessons from the Trump Presidency

    When leaders speak, their words carry weight — whether they’re grounded in fact or not. In this Just Ask Jess episode, Jess reflects on Trump’s presidency through a leadership lens, unpacking what it reveals about power, responsibility, and influence. From the impact of a leader’s words, to the role of trusted advisors and diverse perspectives, to the dangers of “yes men” and top-down cultures, Jess explores how leaders can either build trust or erode it — and what that means for anyone guiding a team, an organization, or a nation.   ✉️ Get in touch at: contact@ethree.ca   Follow us: Instagram - @ethreeconsulting LinkedIn - ethree-consulting Website: https://www.ethree.ca HR Toolkit!: https://www.ethree.ca/hr-toolkit/ Chapters (00:00:01) - Trump on Tylenol, and His Leadership(00:02:27) - The Importance of Diversity in Your Enourage(00:06:21) - Top-Down Management Under Trump(00:09:07) - Government employees' attachment to the work(00:10:34) - In the Elevator With a CEO

    13 min

  8. 2025-09-29

    22 | Hot Topics in the Workplace with Tom Hickey: DEI, AI & Leading Through Change

    The world of work is shifting fast — and leaders are being challenged to keep up. In this Hot Topics episode of Unlocking Your People, Jess welcomes back Tom Hickey to unpack the themes showing up everywhere right now: diversity, equity, and inclusion (or DIB, as we call it), the rise of AI and its impact on jobs, the complexity of employee expectations, and the uncertainty that comes with constant change. With two voices, different perspectives, and candid conversation, Jess and Tom break down what’s really happening inside organizations today — and what leaders can do to navigate it. Chapters (00:00:03) - Unlock Your People Today(00:00:37) - Tom Back on the Podcast(00:01:11) - What Did I Do?(00:02:31) - The Need for Strategic Plans(00:08:19) - Ontario Business Executive on the US vs. Canada divide(00:13:48) - Do We Need More Jobs in the AI Space?(00:21:10) - Can You Replace Your Boss With AI?(00:26:21) - Does AI Social Media Help You Build Relationships?(00:33:22) - How to Win at Cold Calling(00:34:58) - DW: Diversity and Inclusion(00:42:46) - The role of diversity in the workplace(00:48:54) - The Scarf Model(00:50:29) - Just Ask Jess

    51 min
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Wired to Work is a podcast about how people really work, and how we can work better, together. Hosted by workplace strategist Jess Chapman, each episode blends neuroscience, leadership, and human insight to explore what’s happening in our brains, bodies and our workplaces. Expect practical solo episodes that decode the science in real life, plus conversations with leading neuroscientists, coaches, and wellness experts who bring science-based insights into everyday work. So whether you're interested in creating a great workplace, want to learn how to work better yourself, or just interested in the brain and how we think, lead and learn, hit subscribe and come along. We're Wired to Work and we're just getting started!

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