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humanscape

About humanscape

In a world that is constantly changing, it’s essential for business leaders to bring work to life in their organizations, and life to work for their people. The humanscape podcast from humanworks8 shares the practices that drive the evolution of people and work. Join us, along with business leaders in our network, as we discuss what people truly need and how to leverage our frameworks to design people practices that meet those needs. Take action now, towards a brighter, more fulfilling future for your team and your business.

Be Our Guest: We’re expanding our network and looking for leaders of mid-size organizations who prioritize people. If you love what you hear and want to be our guest, let us know by completing our guest interest form.

Episodes

Episode 2: Creating a High-Performance Culture with Steve Sorenson

Steve Sorenson has carved a niche in cultivating a high-performance culture within Johnsonville, guiding over 3500 global team members. As the Senior Director of Learning and Culture, Steve shares his profound insights on integrating coaching culture, the influence of technology on communication, and the core strategies for team member autonomy and innovation. In this enlightening episode, Steve delves into the “Johnsonville way” of consistency, candid communication, and nurturing talent, alongside host Jason Cochran. Their discussion not only unpacks the challenges of remote work and the importance of an inclusive culture but also highlights Johnsonville’s approach to leadership and continuous member engagement.

Episode 1: The Future of Workplace Efficiency with Dave Kapic

Dave Kapic has strategically navigated through varied business landscapes, bringing his people-focused leadership to the forefront at Stella and Chewy’s. As COO, Dave delves into the intricacies of managing a dynamic team with host Jason Cochran on this episode of humanscape. He emphasizes the critical role of embracing technology for enhanced communication, transforming leadership through accountability, and fostering a culture where employees thrive on autonomy and innovation. Join Dave and Jason as they explore practical tactics for reducing operational chaos, the implications of linguistic diversity in workplace communication, and the future of workplace efficiency.

Culture(&): The Future of Workplace Culture

The strength of an organization’s culture directly impacts the overall health of the organization. Culture is an integral part of success, and more than ever, leaders are seeking tangible tools and a framework to guide purposeful action and support sustainable people practices. The downside of poor organizational culture wreaks havoc on a leader and their team.

Leaders, you are not alone – Culture(&): The Future of Workplace Culture will educate and prepare you to achieve your organization’s next level of success, with content and inspiration from humanworks8, experts in culture, talent, strategy and leadership. Culture(&): The Future of Workplace Culture is part of the GGG Unleashed series of the award-winning Geeks, Geezers and Googlization Show.

Episode Four: Everyone Connects – High-Performing Teams

It takes two to be a team, and two is better than one, but teamwork starts with the individual and with connection. In this episode, Shawn Gulyas of humanworks8 redefines teamwork and shares the five things AI Chat is missing about teamwork.

Episode Three: Everyone Believes

The core values of your organization are like the cultural landscape that defines it. These values are embodied by every employee and decision, and they give life to your story, helping you attract new talent, navigate marketplace challenges, and drive your bottom line. Shawn shares insights on how to transform your organization’s cultural landscape by focusing on your core values and the touchpoints that shape your people’s experiences.