Best Roy Notowitz Podcasts (2025)

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Heather Flynn (Aritzia, ASML, Nike) on Talent Acquisition Strategy 25:59

14d ago25:59

25:59

Talent acquisition expert Heather Flynn joins Roy to discuss the ins and outs of successful recruitment strategy. Heather recently served as the SVP of Talent Acquisition for Aritzia, prior to which she led hiring efforts for other major brands like Nike and ASML. Roy and Heather dig into the essential role of talent strategy, the importance of str…

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Connection and Relationship Building with Patrick Galvin, Author, Speaker, and Coach 35:46

1M ago35:46

35:46

Coach, speaker, and author Patrick Galvin joins Roy to discuss the principles laid out in his recent book The Connector’s Way. Patrick’s work focuses on the essential role of personal connection and relationship building in our day to day life, our business practices, our sense of success, and more. As co-founder and partner of The Galvanizing Grou…

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The Power of Agency with Judith Katz and Fred Miller of The Kaleel Jamison Consulting Group 33:27

2M ago33:27

33:27

Fred Miller and Judith Katz of The Kaleel Jamison Consulting Group have spent the last few decades on the cutting edge of diversity and inclusion thought leadership and organizational development. For the last 50 years, KJCG has assisted organizations in creating inclusive, collaborative workplaces that leverage differences to achieve higher perfor…

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Offer Negotiation with Career Coach Kate Sargent 30:46

3M ago30:46

30:46

Career coach and HR consultant Kate Sargent returns for the third installment of our series exploring tips, insights, and advice for job seekers. Kate is the founder of KJS Consulting, where she helps candidates prepare and polish all aspects of their job search strategy. Prior to starting her coaching business, she recruited for brands like The No…

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Interview Coaching and Tips with Kate Sargent 29:34

3M ago29:34

29:34

Career coach and HR consultant Kate Sargent is back for Part 2 of our three-part discussion series around strategies, guidance, and best practices for job seekers. Kate is the founder of KJS Consulting and has led extensive recruiting efforts for brands like The Citizenry, Method, The North Face, and Allbirds. In Part 2, Kate and Roy explore the in…

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Career Coach Kate Sargent on Working with Recruiters 26:40

3M ago26:40

26:40

Career coach and HR consultant Kate Sargent returns to the podcast for a special, three-part deep-dive into advice, insights, and recommendations for job seekers. Kate is the founder of KJS Consulting and has an impressive track record in recruiting for major brands like The North Face, Allbirds, Method, and The Citizenry. At KJS Consulting, Kate h…

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Board Recruiting: An Expert Perspective 31:58

4M ago31:58

31:58

Board recruiting advisor Kris Stred breaks down the role and impact of an effective board and how to find experienced directors. Kris has over 15 years of board search experience and is the founder of Stred Executive Search LLC. Before starting her own firm, Kris was a lawyer for publicly-traded and privately-held companies. Her first-hand involvem…

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Hiring and Leadership Trends, Lessons, and Advice for 2025 32:13

4M ago32:13

32:13

Noto Group’s team of principal search consultants break down key workforce and leadership trends they’re seeing for 2025 and beyond. Sara Spirko, Lena Knofler, and Tami Bumiller discuss predictions and actionable advice for those seeking top talent in the year ahead. Highlights from our conversation include: Challenges, opportunities, and reflectio…

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Introducing: How I Hire 1:46

4M ago1:46

1:46

When the stakes are high, hiring the right leader can make or break your business. How I Hire dives into bold hiring strategies, historic market shifts, and heroic leadership stories from the best executives in the game.By How I Hire

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The Surprising Tensions and Truths about Teams with Dr. Stacey Philpot and Dr. Ted Freeman 37:06

5M ago37:06

37:06

Organizational psychologists Dr. Ted Freeman and Dr. Stacey Philpot return to the podcast with a deep dive into their approach to working with teams. Ted is the founder of Ted Freeman Advisory, where he applies his decades of experience in organizational knowledge and strategy to help companies function more smoothly. His clients include major bran…

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Jackson Jeyanayagam (Chipotle, Clorox, AB InBev) on How Versatility, Curiosity, & Empathy Can Make or Break a Team 31:30

7M ago31:30

31:30

Jackson Jeyanayagam is an accomplished executive leader whose work has spanned across many industry sectors and a wide range of organizations. He began his career on the agency side, where he worked for 15 years before pivoting into digital marketing, P&L management, and DTC growth for top brands like Chipotle, Clorox, and AB InBev. Jackson also ha…

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The Power of A Customer-Centered Mindset with Ben Steele, former REI CCO 42:47

8M ago42:47

42:47

Ben Steele is a seasoned marketing and brand development leader, having most recently served as REI’s inaugural chief customer officer. Prior to carving out this new role at the Co-op, Ben began at REI in 2014 as chief creative officer. Over more than ten years at one of the country’s largest and most preeminent outdoor retailers, Ben has led brand…

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Success Profile: Chief Digital Officer Role, Jamaliya Cobine 30:27

10M ago30:27

30:27

To kick off a new series of special episodes here at How I Hire, we’re taking a close look at the chief digital officer role. Throughout this series, we’ll hear from different C-level executives about their unique functions, responsibilities, and skill sets in order to learn just what it takes to successfully hire – or be hired as – top tier talent…

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Nadine Hall on Building and Supporting Teams at Hanesbrands 37:33

11M ago37:33

37:33

Nadine Hall is a cross-functional business leader, having spent decades innovating in apparel and consumer products at companies like HanesBrands and Sara Lee. At both the president and SVP levels, Nadine oversaw billions of dollars of retail value, built and developed successful teams, and established high-growth business models across a variety o…

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Hans Melotte Shares Leadership Lessons from Starbucks, Johnson & Johnson, and P&G 43:23

1y ago43:23

43:23

International business leader Hans Melotte has over 30 years of experience that combines global P&L accountability with functional leadership expertise across supply chain, procurement, technology, and sustainability. Hans is originally from Belgium, where he began his career in CPG at Procter & Gamble. Hans then spent over 20 years at Johnson & Jo…

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A Recruiter's Perspective on Job Search Strategy Part 2: Interviewing 33:16

1y ago33:16

33:16

Kate Sargent is a talent acquisition expert and job search strategy coach, assisting both companies and candidates alike in matching top talent with career defining roles. In Part 2 of their deep dive conversation, Kate and Roy dig into best practices for interview preparation, how to effectively assess whether a job opportunity is a good fit, the …

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A Recruiter’s Perspective on Job Search Strategy Part 1: Preparing and Networking 41:53

1y ago41:53

41:53

Kate Sargent is a talent acquisition expert and job search strategy coach, assisting both companies and candidates alike in matching top talent with career defining roles. In Part 1 of their deep dive conversation, Kate and Roy discuss how candidates can successfully approach and prepare for a job search, and how fostering authentic relationships i…

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Bryan Adams on How to Define and Leverage an Employer Brand Strategy 36:18

1+ y ago36:18

36:18

Bryan Adams is the founder and CEO of Ph.Creative, an employer branding agency helping companies attract top talent. Ph.Creative works with brands to distill and express clear, authentic employee value propositions in order to enhance the applicant experience and retain candidates. Their clients include LinkedIn, Apple, Nike, and many more. Bryan i…

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Reflections, Highlights and Key Hiring Lessons for 2024 15:00

1+ y ago15:00

15:00

As we look ahead to 2024, we’re reflecting on some of our favorite moments shared on the podcast over the past year. Our guests brought an incredible mix of hiring insights and experience to the show. Highlights from this episode include: Noto Group’s team of executive recruiters: Why openness is necessary in finding the right candidate (1:13) Why …

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John Vlastelica on Ways to Improve Hiring Efficiency, Quality and Diversity 38:36

1+ y ago38:36

38:36

John Vlastelica is the founder and CEO of Recruiting Toolbox, a consulting and training firm helping companies recruit and hire better; with more speed, efficacy, and diversity. John and Roy dig into current and future trends in recruiting, common mistakes that companies make in the hiring process, and how clarity and alignment can make all the dif…

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How to Support, Motivate, and Retain Parents in the Workplace with Greer Van Dyck 23:22

1+ y ago23:22

23:22

Organizational coach Greer Van Dyck joins Roy to explore how organizations can better support, motivate, and retain people throughout their parenthood journey. Maintaining a full time job and starting a family presents unique challenges – along with an opportunity for organizations to more effectively support their employees in the process. Through…

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Seth Ellison (Nike, Levi’s, Quiksilver) on his Favorite Interview Questions, Cultivating Internal Talent, the Elements of Successful Talent Strategy, and More 32:27

1+ y ago32:27

32:27

Seth Ellison has led teams at iconic brands like Nike, Levi Strauss & Co., and Quiksilver. Today, he joins Roy to discuss how these roles have shaped his hiring philosophy and what we can learn from the talent strategy of top apparel companies. Seth has decades of experience in brand building and merchandising, having led and built global teams for…

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Katherine Melchior Ray (Nike, Louis Vuitton, Hyatt) on What to Look for in Your Next CMO 22:31

2y ago22:31

22:31

International marketing specialist Katherine Melchior Ray joins Roy to discuss her impressive career and the wisdom that she’s gained as a global business leader. They dig into what makes an outstanding, modern CMO, the benefits and challenges of pursuing a global career, and how to connect across cultures as an expat leader. Katherine’s profession…

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Hiring for a New Era of Commerce with Andy Ruben, Founder of Trove 46:24

2y ago46:24

46:24

Trove Founder and Executive Chairman Andy Ruben joins Roy to discuss his journey to entrepreneurship, how his business’s needs and culture have evolved over the years, and why he values thoughtful talent strategy. Andy has spent the better part of the past three decades working in brand strategy, retail, consumer products, and sustainability. In 20…

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Darcy Winslow on Setting the Stage for Nike's Long-Range Sustainability Initiatives, Values-Driven Leadership, and Systems Change 31:29

2y ago31:29

31:29

Darcy Winslow is an inspiring leader whose decades of experience at Nike and sustainability-focused nonprofits have cemented her legacy as a forward-thinking, values-driven executive. In her time at Nike, Darcy focused on how the company could employ sustainable practices in footwear and apparel manufacturing. As a part of this process, she created…

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Hiring for Creative Excellence with CCO Jean Batthany 19:25

2y ago19:25

19:25

Award-winning global creative executive Jean Batthany sits down with Roy to dig into the nuances of creative leadership, when organizations should hire a creative leader, and how to assess the skills and competencies that make them successful. Jean brings a wealth of experience and insight to the podcast; she has spent over thirty years leading bra…

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Amani Duncan on The Power of Difference, Empathy, and Instinct in Hiring 40:17

2y ago40:17

40:17

Music and entertainment marketing executive Amani Duncan joins Roy for a conversation about empathetic leadership, why she chooses to be a mentor-manager, how the justice, equity, diversity and inclusion movement impacts the kind and quality of the work you’re doing, and much more. Amani has more than 20 years of experience spanning a variety of in…

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Talent Market Dynamics, Leadership Needs, Compensation Trends & More: Current Insights from Noto Group’s Executive Recruiting Team 35:38

2y ago35:38

35:38

In this special episode of How I Hire, Roy is sitting down with Noto Group’s team of executive search consultants. He’s joined by Sara Spirko, Bridget Hope, Tami Bumiller, and Lena Knofler to dig into essential leadership, workforce, and hiring trends that they’re seeing for 2023 and beyond, along with the best ways to navigate them successfully fo…

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MPOWERD CEO Seungah Jeong on Hiring Purpose-Driven Teams 50:04

2+ y ago50:04

50:04

Roy sits down with Seungah Jeong, President and CEO of MPOWERD, a Certified B Corporation specializing in sustainable, affordable, and thoughtfully designed renewable energy products. Not only does MPOWERD offer a host of highly functional, energy efficient tools for lighting, charging, utility, recreation, and power storage, they are also dedicate…

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Wüsthof CEO Jan-Patrick Schmitz on Hiring and Building Global Teams 39:48

2+ y ago39:48

39:48

Roy is joined by Jan-Patrick Schmitz, CEO of the Wüsthof Group. Wüsthof is a family-run business that has been manufacturing quality cutlery for over 200 years. Prior to Wüsthof, Jan-Patrick served as a key member of the leadership team at Montblanc. He’s spent over 20 years working in brand management, establishing himself as a seasoned thought le…

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Thousand’s Gloria Hwang on Building Teams that Scale 38:54

2+ y ago38:54

38:54

Starting your own business can present a wide variety of challenges, especially when it comes to building out strong, competent teams that can scale with the organization. Thousand is an urban cycling helmet and accessory brand based in Los Angeles. Founder and CEO Gloria Hwang joins Roy to share the wisdom she’s gained in her entrepreneurial journ…

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Leadership Integration and Acceleration: Laying a Foundation for Success with Dr. Stacey Philpot and Dr. Ted Freeman 27:35

3y ago27:35

27:35

Your organization just made an important executive hire – now what? Organizational Psychologists Dr. Stacey Philpot and Dr. Ted Freeman are here to answer this question and more. The two join Roy to continue their conversation around leadership transitions, discussing the ins and outs of leadership integration and acceleration. Drawing on their wea…

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Wylie Robinson on the Evolution of Rumpl’s Talent Strategy 42:30

3y ago42:30

42:30

Roy is joined by Wylie Robinson, CEO and Co-Founder of Rumpl, a Climate Neutral Certified B Corp and proud member of 1% for the Planet. By using performance materials that are most commonly found in premium outdoor gear, Rumpl is on a mission to introduce the world to better blankets. Before moving out to Portland, OR and modernizing the puffy blan…

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Founder Transitions: Mitigating Risk and Maximizing Value with Dr. Stacey Philpot and Dr. Ted Freeman 36:28

3y ago36:28

36:28

Hiring a new CEO is a high stakes event, especially when a founder is involved. Roy sits down with Organizational Psychologists Dr. Stacey Philpot and Dr. Ted Freeman to discuss what it takes to successfully navigate these founder transitions. The three walk through each step involved. They share their insights into the challenges and opportunities…

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Crafting a Purposeful Talent Strategy at Patagonia and Trove with Alyssa Kessler 28:47

3y ago28:47

28:47

Alyssa Kessler is the Director of Recruiting at Trove, a company whose technology supports circular shopping and aids in shaping environmentally responsible commercial ecosystems. Their end-to-end operating system facilitates the processes behind used inventory and recommerce sales for top brands like Arc'teryx, Levi's, lululemon, Patagonia, Eileen…

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Stitch Fix’s Denise Novosel on Developing Successful Talent Strategies 31:43

3y ago31:43

31:43

Denise Novosel is the VP of Recruiting for personal styling service Stitch Fix. She spends her days crafting effective talent acquisition strategies for the brand. Before joining Stitch Fix, Denise was a senior talent leader at Nike and Microsoft. She and Roy break down the elements of world class talent acquisition models, recruiting best practice…

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Paloma Medina on the Psychology of Bias 29:33

3+ y ago29:33

29:33

Paloma Medina is a speaker, coach, and entrepreneur specializing in organizational performance improvement. She approaches her work in leadership, equity, and inclusion through the lens of psychology and systems thinking. In 2019, Paloma challenged the model of diversity in the workplace through her TEDxPortland talk. In this episode, she’ll expand…

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Tom Duncan, CEO, on Innovating in the Home Improvement Industry 32:12

3+ y ago32:12

32:12

Tom Duncan spent 15 years as the CEO of Positec, the innovative, market-leading power tool company, where he now serves on the board. Tom started the American division of Positec in 2005 and oversaw their successful growth strategy; Positec’s direct to consumer brands, Worx and Rockwell, are two of the fastest growing tool brands in the world. With…

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True Religion’s Theresa Watts on Redefining Organizational Culture 37:30

3+ y ago37:30

37:30

Theresa Watts is the Senior Vice President of Human Resources, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at True Religion Brand Jeans, where she has helped to redefine and shape culture in order to design, build, and implement programs and policies that strengthen the organization. Employee relationships are central to Theresa’s leadership philosophy, and th…

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Talking Modern Leadership with Carola Frisch, Founder of Frisch Search 34:37

3+ y ago34:37

34:37

Carola Frisch is the Founder of Frisch Search, an executive search firm based in London that works with iconic lifestyle and consumer brands in high growth and transformation. Their clients have included Nike, Vans, The North Face, Starbucks, and many more. Carola has been championing a concept she calls Modern Leadership; leaders inspire purpose a…

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Jan Singer, Global Consumer Retail Executive and Venture Capital Advisor 36:36

3+ y ago36:36

36:36

Jan Singer is an influential and incredibly accomplished executive leader with over 25 years of experience in footwear, apparel, and cosmetics. She’s served as CEO at Victoria’s Secret, Spanx, and J. Crew. Earlier on, she held key roles at footwear giants like Nike and Reebok. In this episode, Jan shares how these experiences have shaped her succes…

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Monica Williams, NBCUniversal's SVP of Digital Products and Operations 30:29

4y ago30:29

30:29

Monica Williams is the Senior Vice President of Digital Products and Operations at NBCUniversal Content Distribution. In her 16 years at NBCUniversal, Monica has held a variety of roles and led innovative growth in the digital product space. Monica is also the founding member of the private network Chief’s Los Angeles location. Highlights from our …

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Harvey Kanter, President and CEO of DXLG and Author of ‘Choosing to Lead’ 38:46

4y ago38:46

38:46

Harvey Kanter is the CEO of Destination XL Group, a specialty retailer of men's big and tall apparel. He’s brought his unique and thoughtful approach to CEO, President, and Executive Vice President roles at companies like Blue Nile, Michaels, and Eddie Bauer. His book, Choosing to Lead: Being Comfortable Being Uncomfortable, details experiences tha…

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Hint Founder Kara Goldin’s Undaunted Approach to Hiring 38:50

4y ago38:50

38:50

Kara Goldin is the Founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., the healthy lifestyle brand known for award-winning, unsweetened, flavored water. Kara successfully broke into the beverage industry after leaving her role at America Online, determined to create a satisfying drink free from sweeteners. Her podcast, The Kara Goldin Show, features insightful conversa…

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How Swift CEO Liz Valentine Builds Innovative Digital Marketing Teams 35:35

4y ago35:35

35:35

As CEO and Co-Founder of Swift, a Portland-based, client-founded creative agency, Liz Valentine leads her team in making brilliant digital work for notable brands like Google, Gatorade, PayPal, Venmo, and many others. Liz began her career at Nike and brings over twenty years of experience in digital marketing to her current role. In 2014, Swift was…

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DEI Expert Serilda Summers-McGee's Modern Approach to HR 43:47

4y ago43:47

43:47

Originally released June, 2020. Before starting Workplace Change, Serilda was the Chief Human Resources Officer for the City of Portland, and has worked with clients like Wieden + Kennedy, the Portland Trail Blazers, Kaiser Permanente, the Oregon Department of Education, and many others. She believes in fostering cultures that accept people for who…

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Kevin Rutherford, CEO of Nuun Hydration 43:58

4y ago43:58

43:58

Before joining Nuun, Kevin spent his early career as a Senior Brand Manager at SC Johnson and Miller Brewing Company before serving as Marketing Director at Kashi Company and eventually CEO at Caldrea Company. Kevin shares his people-first approach to hiring and evaluating teams. We also discuss how he leverages purpose and vision to build thriving…

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Wendy Collie on Hiring and Empowering Teams at Starbucks and New Seasons Market 1:03:14

4+ y ago1:03:14

1:03:14

Highlights from our conversation include: Taking Starbucks from relative obscurity to global ubiquity (2:31) Hiring with the customer in mind (5:33) Putting a purposeful philosophy into practice (7:47) The importance of servant leadership (9:08) Lessons from Howard Schultz and other influential leaders at Starbucks (10:16) One key quality Wendy val…

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Dr. Charles Handler, Talent Assessment Expert and Founder of Rocket-Hire 36:13

4+ y ago36:13

36:13

Dr. Charles Handler is an industrial-organizational psychologist and talent assessment specialist. Fun fact: Charles also has a love of classic cars and was featured on the History Channel’s Big Easy Motors. Highlights from our conversation include: How organizational psychology can inform every step of the hiring process (5:02) Job fit versus orga…

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Special: Key Hiring Advice for 2021 and Beyond 17:58

4+ y ago17:58

17:58

Dr. Stacey Philpot (Executive Development Consulting) discusses the ways companies are shifting how they think about leadership (0:52) Lisa Bougie shares how Stitch Fix assessed for people, values, and leadership (2:56) Jodi Bricker’s approach to shaping culture at Quay Australia (5:09) Serilda Summers-McGee on building healthy, inclusive workplace…

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