Thinking Inside the Box

Matt Burns
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Thinking Inside the Box

A show where we discuss innovative ways organizations, and their leaders overcome complex issues at work 

  1. How to Lead with Empathy in Times of Change - Andrea Herron

    FEB 29

    How to Lead with Empathy in Times of Change - Andrea Herron

    In today’s episode, I chat with Andrea Herron, Head of People at WebMD, an HR executive leader, published author of "There's an Elephant in Your Office," and host of the award-winning podcast The HR Scoop. Andrea was recently selected as one of Ragan’s Top Women in Wellness and HR, an Agent of Change in American Healthcare Leader magazine, and a Top Leader in DEIB by Mogul. She lives in Portland, OR with her family and french bulldog Norman.Our conversation began, as many do, with a candid di...

    31 min
  2. How EdTech is Shaping the Future of Learning - Jess Weems Thibault

    FEB 22

    How EdTech is Shaping the Future of Learning - Jess Weems Thibault

    In today’s episode, I chat with Jess Weems Thibault, VP of Growth at HireEducation, a talent service firm that supports education and EdTech partners in the Early Childhood, K12, Higher Education, and Workforce sectors. A former-teacher-turned-marketer, Jess works with industry leaders to strategically grow executive, sales, marketing, and product teams in organizations of all sizes with the goal of providing equitable access to education and economic mobility. Jess spent over a decade w...

    41 min
  3. How Sourcing Talent Has Changed Forever - Jim Stroud

    FEB 15

    How Sourcing Talent Has Changed Forever - Jim Stroud

    In today’s episode, I chat with Jim Stroud. With over a decade of experience in recruitment and sourcing, Jim has consulted for companies such as Microsoft, Google, Siemens, and a host of startup companies. During his tenure with Randstad Sourceright’s Global Head of Sourcing and Recruiting Strategy, he alleviated the sourcing and recruiting headaches of clients worldwide. Jim has created and sold five online properties, managed an award-winning blog, published a weekly newsletter for jo...

    40 min
  4. How Servant Leadership Leaves a Lasting Legacy - Terrance Cooley

    FEB 8

    How Servant Leadership Leaves a Lasting Legacy - Terrance Cooley

    In today’s episode, I chat with Terrance Cooley, Chief People Officer and Executive Vice President of Special Projects for the United States Air Force "Joint All-Domain C2" R&D Center, steering the agency’s strategic vision, people-first culture, digital security posture and advanced warfighter technology development. A champion of inclusivity, he shapes high-performance, cross-functional teams that model and inspire a workplace based on trust, curiosity, integrity and excellence.&nb...

    30 min
  5. How Storytelling Leaves a Lasting Legacy - Verdell Walker

    JAN 11

    How Storytelling Leaves a Lasting Legacy - Verdell Walker

    In today’s episode, I chat with Verdell Walker, a seasoned consumer-oriented content and marketing professional and board director. Verdell is highly regarded by her peers as a thought leader and someone who fosters an inclusive environment, demonstrated by her effectiveness in leading and working collaboratively with teams. She serves on the board of directors of Scholastic, Inc, and has held roles at Spotify, Mattel, and Sesame Workshop - the makers of Sesame Street. With stints at suc...

    48 min
  6. How Today’s Recruiters Leverage Artificial Intelligence - Martyn Redstone

    JAN 4

    How Today’s Recruiters Leverage Artificial Intelligence - Martyn Redstone

    In today’s episode, I chat with Martyn Redstone, Conversational AI & Generative AI Consultant at PPLBOTS. With close to 20 years of recruitment industry experience, and nearly 7 dedicated to the exploration of automation and AI in recruitment, Martyn is a leading thinker at the intersection of talent and technology.He believes strongly in harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to create more efficient, equitable, and enjoyable recruitment processes. And our discussion followed a ...

    35 min
  7. How Today’s Leading Organizations Approach Employee Wellness - Lydia Di Francesco

    12/21/2023

    How Today’s Leading Organizations Approach Employee Wellness - Lydia Di Francesco

    In today’s episode, I chat with Lydia Di Francesco, CEO & Workplace Wellness Specialist at Fit + Healthy 365. With over a decade of experience in the wellness industry, Lydia's insights into creating a harmonious, productive work environment are invaluable for organizations adjusting to new realities in a post-pandemic world. We discussed the significant shift in employee wellness programs since 2020. How organizations are now recognizing the critical need for holistic wellness...

    35 min
  8. How to Navigate European Labor Economics - Julius Probst

    12/14/2023

    How to Navigate European Labor Economics - Julius Probst

    In today’s episode, I chat with Julius Probst, European Labor Economist at AppCast. A PhD graduate from Lund University in Economic History, Julius brings a unique perspective to the table, combining his knowledge of historical economic patterns with current macroeconomic trends.Julius starts by sharing his journey, from his early passion for macroeconomics and monetary economics during his bachelor's and master's studies, to his role at Appcast. The conversation then shifts to the heart...

    26 min
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A show where we discuss innovative ways organizations, and their leaders overcome complex issues at work 

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  • Creator
    Matt Burns
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    179
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2024 Thinking Inside the Box
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