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Did your smart watch tell you that you didn't get enough sleep? Well today's guest is here to tell you that data is not complete. Meet Dr. Russell G. Foster, the Head of the Nuffield Laboratory of Ophthalmology and of the Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute at the University of Oxford. In other words, he has thought a lot about sleep and the science of it for a long time! In his studies he has uncovered the issues with trying to find a “one-size solution for all" solution to sleep challenges, and wants to help us rethink how we understand our rest for better wellness. Discover how to better measure your sleep and understand the impacts on our brain when we don’t get enough of it.
Join us at Dear Workplace as we delve into this final episode on the science of sleep and how you can rethink you and your team's wellness.
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Sleep is crucial, yet as busy professionals and leaders, achieving quality rest can feel challenging. Today, our guest Nicolas Decat, a Paris-based PhD student, will shed light on why we need to rethink our approach to sleep to thrive in both work and life. We'll explore Decat's research on the science of sleep and creativity.
Join us on Dear Workplace as we delve into the methods and insights of sleep research, reimagining how we prioritize rest amidst our busy lives. Welcome to more good sleep!
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How does diversity drive value in business and the supply chain? Supplier diversity leaders offer a wealth of insights, yet this field often remains overlooked. Join me in the coming weeks as we explore key questions: Why is supplier diversity overlooked? How does it benefit companies and communities? And how can we lead more effectively? Our first guest is Kristin Malek, based in Chicago, a veteran in supplier diversity with two decades of experience. Kristin shares her journey, starting as a mother advocating for her disabled daughter, and now as Global Director of Business Diversity at CDW, reshaping perceptions of value, diversity, and innovation.
Tune in to Dear Workplace for this vital conversation.
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Learning shapes leadership, but how we learn is equally crucial. In today's discussion, I'm joined by Ross Robinson from St. George, Utah, who specializes in training leaders and trainers. Drawing from his global experiences and diverse upbringing, Ross emphasizes the importance of meeting people where they are, especially in training, sales, and people development. As Head of Client Success at Accelerate Performance Sales Consulting, he leads global clients and coaches in reimagining people development. Tune in to Dear Workplace to gain valuable insights.
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Leadership evolves, especially when we become parents. But this transition isn't often discussed. How can we navigate this new terrain more effectively? We sat down with Nicola Fitzpatrick, Director of Operations at Medtronic in St.Paul, Minnesota to explore her journeys as a leader and as a parent. Join us on Dear Workplace as we delve into these important conversations about balancing leadership and parenthood in male-dominated industries and communities.
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I've often found the mergers and acquisition (M&A) process to be expensive and exclusive, leaving many unsure of where to start or how to succeed. Like dating, it's about finding the right partners and building a dream team, whether you're buying or selling a company. And let's not forget about culture – M&As in the United States, Asia, and Europe all come with unique challenges.
Enter Marcus Yeung, Founder & CEO of SEAbridge Partners and Co-founder of match.asia. With over 30 years of experience in every aspect of M&As, Marcus has seen it all. From his beginnings as a banker in London to his current role in Singapore, he shares his passion for this complex yet human space and his vision for disrupting the industry.
Join us on Dear Workplace to learn how Marcus and his team are democratizing the M&A process with match.asia.
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