Gut + Science - Real Talk With Ceos On Culture, Data, And Decision-making

Figuring out where, when and how to start your DEI journey can be, for some, a bit overwhelming sparking many more questions than answers. In this episode, you’ll find encouragement for taking steps forward along with several practical, tangible suggestions for steps to take - regardless of where you’re starting your DEI journey. Resources:  Schedule your Motivosity Demo ($25 on us!): motivosity.com/pfn 

Chris Allaire is the Founder and CEO of Averity, a staffing company, where his vision is to build the best company to work for in the United States. And they’re already making huge strides towards accomplishing that goal. In this episode, Nikki and Chris dig deep into the way he leads their nationally renowned culture and brand, as well as some of their standout practices you can take into your organization. Book Recommendation: Raving Fans by Ken Blanchard and Sheldon Bowles Additional Resources: Subscribe to Chris’s newsletter: https://chrisallaire.substack.com/  Search for candidates with Averity: https://www.averityteam.com/human/ Schedule your Motivosity Demo ($25 on us!): motivosity.com/pfn  Learn more about the PeopleForward Network: www.peopleforwardnetwork.com

One thing that became abundantly clear during the pandemic is how closely integrated our businesses and our communities are, which provides a clear and compelling reason for leaders to be thinking about their role in creating a better world. In this episode, you’ll learn how to incorporate ESG reporting into your current strategy, creating a long-term profitable business. Resources:  Schedule your Motivosity Demo ($25 on us!): motivosity.com/pfn 

David Mead, speaker, listener, and consultant, is passionate about teaching and coaching trust as the core to building a strong culture, establishing a healthy leadership team, and developing a healthy leader. He joins to share his insights on a concept he brings to his clients and coaches every day called “culture congruence” and discuss how it applies to a healthy organization. Book Recommendation: Together by Vivek Murphy Additional Resources: To the first five people who reach out, David is offering a complimentary one hour coaching session to discuss challenges your culture's facing and help you think through ideas to take a positive step forward. If you’re interested, DM him on LinkedIn  Learn more about David: https://www.davidjmead.com/, https://linqapp.com/davidmead Learn more about the PeopleForward Network:www.peopleforwardnetwork.com

Are you fascinated and intrigued by personality assessment tools? Skot Waldron is a Communication Consultant for GiANT Worldwide, and he’s going to help us learn about an assessment tool called The 5 Voices. What’s different about this one compared to others? It helps you gain a better perspective of your leadership voice and how to communicate effectively so people hear you and receive the community. The 5 Voices is Skot’s go-to tool, and in this episode he breaks down the five communication styles and shares why it’s so important to never graduate from the school of self-awareness. Book Recommendation: The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek Additional Resources: If you are interested in taking the five voices assessment, visit Skot’s website www.skotwaldron.com/gutscience. Or sign up for a 90-minute bootcamp with Skot to discuss the dynamics of the voices on your team and how everyone communicates. Skot’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOJlfolBPegykJ9LJkLnkWw Learn more about the PeopleForwa

In this episode, Anne explores a foundational element of trusting, psychologically safe work cultures: feedback. You’ll learn how to reframe feedback if you've been traumatized by it in the past, and how you can avoid burning others when you give it. Anne shares the three absolute DOs of feedback (the first is particularly crucial if you want your feedback to be effective), and the one big DON'T. 

Belonging is trending in the DEI world, but do we actually know how to make it a reality. Mindi Cox, Chief Marketing and People Officer at O.C. Tanner, joins the show to share how empowering frontline leaders is key to a successful belonging strategy. As you listen, you’ll hear about the evolution of the workplace covenant, how to make belonging more than an initiative, and the importance of consistency in your messaging and commitments. Book Recommendation: My Life In Full by Indra Nooyi The Law of Divine Compensation by Marianne Williamson Additional Resources: OC Tanner’s Global Culture Report Learn more about the PeopleForward Network: www.peopleforwardnetwork.com

It’s a difficult time for so many of us as we navigate a surge in mass shootings, the ongoing impacts of COVID, war in Ukraine, talk of a recession, and much more. In this episode, you’ll receive tools for finding your center and focusing your energy. To do our best work and, more importantly, to be present for our loved ones, we must take care of ourselves first.

What does a successful diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging culture look like? Rocki Howard, Chief People and Equity Officer at The Mom Project, says impactful DEI strategies begin with a clean vision. When you know where you plan to go, you can take the steps you need to get there. In this episode, Rocki discusses the importance of moving beyond good intentions to actually make an impact. As you listen, you’ll learn how to design your DEI strategy and discover the importance of holding leaders accountable. Book Recommendation: Redefining HR by Lars Schmidt Additional Resources: Smart Recruiters toolkit Whitepaper: Building a Better Workplace 10 Drivers for Women’s Success at Work  Learn more about the PeopleForward Network: www.peopleforwardnetwork.com

It’s a simple fact, organizations that do good work in their communities outperform. In this episode, you will learn the mechanisms that help organizations increase revenue and decrease costs while creating value and benefit for shareholders and stakeholders.

In an age of isolation, virtual events, and remote work, we could all use a little more connection. Derek Lundsten, CEO of LifeGuides, joins us on this episode to discuss how to connect with others on a deeper level, both professionally and personally. As you listen, you’ll learn how to see other people’s viewpoints and hear about the power of open-ended questions. Book Recommendation: Right Away and All at Once by Greg Brenneman Abundance by Peter H. Diamandis and Steven Kolter Additional Resources: Learn more about the PeopleForward Network: www.peopleforwardnetwork.com Learn more about LifeGuides: https://lifeguides.com/ Learn more about Rebels With a Heart: https://rebelswithaheart.com

For the month of May, Gut + Science is highlighting leadership in the healthcare industry, and this episode features Dr. Ophelia Byers Chief Nurse Executive for Atlantic Health System. Trust is key when it comes to working in a team. While everyone knows trust has to be earned, Ophelia is here to remind us it also has to be fortified and renewed. As you listen to the conversation with Ophelia, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how to lay foundations for trust and pick up best practices for nurturing relationships built on respect and understanding. You’ll also learn how to overcome wider issues around distrust in structures and systems. Book Recommendation: You Are More Than Magic by Minda Harts Additional Resources: Learn more about the PeopleForward Network: www.peopleforwardnetwork.com

Are you a leader or a manager? You know they are not the same, right? Not at all. There are small, yet crucial differences in the skills and traits required to manage and lead a team of individuals. Humancentric Coach and Advisor Anne Bono distinguishes the differences and shares why it’s important (especially for new and emerging leaders) to focus on both skill sets to amplify impact.

For the month of May, Gut + Science is highlighting leadership in the healthcare industry and this episode features Dr. Nigel Girgrah, Chief Wellness Officer at Ochsner Health. Nigel is championing a culture where mental wellbeing is front and center, and the data shows making mental health a priority benefits employees, employers, and the people you serve. As you listen, you’ll learn why vulnerability is key to gaining trust and hear about programs you can implement in your organization to get proactive around mental health. Book Recommendation: That Summer by Jennifer Weiner The Cider House Rules by John Irving Great Expectations by Charles Dickens Additional Resources: Learn more about the PeopleForward Network:www.peopleforwardnetwork.com Learn more about Ochsner Health: https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/clinical-care/ochsner-health-focused-workforce-needs Learn More about CCA: https://ccainc.com/

Having conversations on sensitive, complex, and emotional topics can be difficult. Learn how to lean in gracefully to sensitive conversations in a way that acknowledges our humanity and celebrates our differences. Brian McComak, CEO + Founder of Hummingbird Humanity shares tools and tips that allow you to comfortably lean in as a coworker, a leader, an ally or an employee to be part of the change that needs to happen to create workplaces where humans thrive.

For the month of May, Gut + Science is highlighting leadership in the healthcare industry and we brought Dr. Maureen Fagan, Chief Nursing Executive for the University of Miami Health System, back to kick off the series. In this episode, Maureen shares her insights on building trust. For her, the practice starts with asking powerful questions and modeling the behavior you want to see in those you lead. As you listen, you’ll learn how to create an environment where people feel encouraged to discuss problems openly so they can be easily identified and resolved. Book Recommendation: The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan Daring Greatly by Brene Brown Additional Resources: - Learn more about the PeopleForward Network:www.peopleforwardnetwork.com

So many of us see and hear about ESG as a topic that is trending, but we don't really have a good framework for understanding what it is, or why we should care.  Listen in on what ESG is, why it’s exploding, and learn the 3 things you should ask yourself if you begin to engage in this work.

Can you imagine a world where everyone is living their best lives? Cody Chadwick, Founder of The Mental Gym, can, and he’s determined to help others “live their ten.” Cory was faced with a number of challenges in his life and he knew they could either take him out of commission or teach him something. He decided to go with the latter and find the best version of himself. In this episode, you’ll hear why living your ten allows you to feel and perform at your very best and pick up tips to live your ideal life. Book Recommendation: The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu Atomic Habits by James Clear Additional Resources: Learn more about the PeopleForward Network: www.peopleforwardnetwork.com

Gut+Science is celebrating four years of having phenomenal conversations with leaders. While we are taking a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come, we are always looking forward to the next big thing coming. Listen in to find out what you can expect to hear from Gut+Science and the PeopleForward Network as we look at expanding what we offer our wonderful audience. Want to learn more about the mission behind PeopleForward Network? Check outwww.peopleforwardnetwork.com

It takes thoughtful, dedicated work to get your company values off the wall and into the life of your organization.  In this episode, Frank Kelly III, CEO of Kelly Benefits, shares examples of how their pervasive culture is realized within the company daily. As you listen, you’ll learn what action statements are and how to use them to put an organization's principles into action.  Book Recommendation:  The Holy Spirit: Key to Supernatural Living by Bill Bright   Additional Resources:  Learn more about the PeopleForward Network: www.peopleforwardnetwork.com