Let's Humanize The Workplace!

Welcome to another exciting episode of "Let's Humanize The Workplace," where host Vivian Acquah dives deep into the heart of workplace transformation. In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Dr. Skyla Herod, Ph.D. , a behavioral neuroscientist, who will unravel the intricate connections between neuroscience and empathy in enhancing team dynamics.

As organizations seek to create more cohesive and compassionate work environments, understanding the neurological underpinnings of empathy becomes crucial. Skyla's expertise will guide us through innovative strategies to apply neuroscience for improving workplace relationships, fostering better communication, and building a culture of empathy.

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that promises to shed light on how we can humanize our workspaces by embracing the power of empathy. Don't miss this chance to discover practical insights that can transform your team dynamics and elevate your workplace culture.

#neuroscience #empathy #leadership #culture #collaboration

Host Vivian Acquah CDE®

Vivian Acquah CDE®, is a respected DEI executive known for creating inclusive workplace environments. Her strategic approach blends analysis and practical tools to address systemic barriers to equity and equality.

Passionate about DEI education, she uses innovative methods like virtual reality for immersive and transformational learning. With engaging training, she drives cultural transformation and boosts employee engagement.

Her name, which translates to 'water,' symbolizes her role as an extinguisher of DEI-related fires. Vivian provides tangible strategies for embracing inclusive changes, benefiting high-profile clients such as Heineken, LinkedIn, Google, Indeed, Deloitte, TIBCO, Cargill, Swift, Acrolinx, KLM, and Zalando.

Dr. Skyla Herod, Ph.D.

Behavioral Neuroscientist | DEI Expert | Helping Organizations Tackle Bias and Build Resilience with Science-Backed, People-Based Strategies | Humanizing Workplaces with Practical Neuroscience

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In this episode of 'Let's Humanize The Workplace,' host Vivian Acquah dives into a critical yet often overlooked topic: menopause in the workplace.

Joined by guests Sinead Sharkey-Steenson, Nicolette Lazarus, and Saron Petronilia, the conversation centers around 'The New Normal: Integrating Menopause Awareness Into Workplace Culture.'

They explore the profound impact of (peri-)menopause on women's professional lives, emphasizing the need for increased awareness and supportive strategies within organizations. The conversation is about championing a cultural shift towards understanding and empathy, aiming to foster workplace environments that respect and accommodate the unique challenges faced by women experiencing menopause.

Tune in to empower yourself and your colleagues—let's break the stigma and embrace a new normal together. Reserve your spot now and become an advocate for menopause awareness in your workplace!

Host Vivian Acquah CDE®

As a DEI consultant/ Certified Diversity Executive (CDE®), Vivian Acquah advises managers on how to keep their team members engaged, energized, and safe in a sustainable manner.

Vivian Acquah is making topics related to workplace wellness & DEI accessible to everyone. She provides people with the right tools at the right time to embrace inclusive changes. Vivian motivates people to think consciously and inspires them to take action.

Sinead Sharkey-Steenson

Sinead Sharkey-Steenson, a Career and Leadership Coach, empowers women to navigate the workplace, enhance their impact, and achieve outstanding results.

Nicolette Lazarus

Nicolette Lazarus, solo founder of Womanship, champions women's equity through collective understanding and drives change with innovative solutions.

Saron Petronilia

Saron Petronilia empowers women aged 40-60 as a coach and trainer, enhancing their self-confidence and energy to thrive using their experience.

#Menopause #Leadership #Diversity #Inclusion #Culture

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Welcome to the 'Let's Humanize The Workplace' session, where we aim to explore the vital aspects of modern leadership in today's dynamic business climate.

Hosted by the Vivian Acquah, CDE® Certified Diversity Executive, this session promises a deep dive into the art of leadership with none other than Zoran Todorovic.

As a leading international executive coach and distinguished author, Zoran brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table.

The focus of this session is on how coaching can empower leaders to navigate change in complex environments—a topic of paramount importance as organizations face unprecedented challenges.

Join us for an engaging conversation that will uncover strategies for enhancing adaptability, decision-making, and resilience. This session is an invaluable opportunity for leaders looking to thrive amidst uncertainty and drive their teams toward success.

Get ready for an inspiring and thought-provoking discussion that will equip you with the tools needed to lead with confidence and clarity.

Host Vivian Acquah CDE®

As a DEI consultant / Certified Diversity Executive (CDE®), Vivian Acquah advises managers on how to keep their team members engaged, energized, and safe in a sustainable manner.

Vivian Acquah is making topics related to workplace wellness & DEI accessible to everyone. She provides people with the right tools at the right time to embrace inclusive changes. Vivian motivates people to think consciously and inspires them to take action.

Guest Zoran Todorivic

As a Master Certified Coach and facilitator, Zoran is a coaching and training professional who works with global organizations.

Zoran consistently adds value to the process when he trains and coaches senior executives, helping them maximize and create their executive presence through leadership.

#LeadershipDevelopment #Leadership #Diversity #Inclusion #InclusiveLeadership #Coach #ProfessionalDevelopment #Coaching

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Join us for the upcoming go2thrive session where host Vivian Acquah and guest Mary Jane Roy will delve into the pressing issue of declining leadership budgets and its far-reaching consequences.

Mary Jane and Vivian will explore the ripple effects on team morale and performance, and ultimately, how these challenges can hinder overall organizational success. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights.

Host Vivian Acquah CDE®

As a DEI consultant / Certified Diversity Executive (CDE®), Vivian Acquah advises managers on how to keep their team members engaged, energized, and safe in a sustainable manner.

Vivian Acquah is making topics related to workplace wellness & DEI accessible to everyone. She provides people with the right tools at the right time to embrace inclusive changes. Vivian motivates people to think consciously and inspires them to take action.

Co-host Mary Jane Roy

Mary Jane Roy is an advisor, facilitator & presenter building healthy stress & resilience skills & strategies for employee staying power.

Mary Jane shares seriously practical but fun, science-based tips, tools, knowledge & strategies so your organization can flourish.

#leadershipdevelopment #leadership #inclusion #diversity #professionaldevelopment

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Join us for an exciting Go2Thrive session where hosts Vivian Acquah and Mary Jane Roy will delve into the insights of the book 'Team: Getting Things Done with Others' with authors David Allen and Edward Lamont.

Building on the transformative impact of 'Getting Things Done' for individuals, this session will explore how the Team edition presents a superior approach to organizational work. It fosters a nourishing culture that allows individual skills to thrive.

Through compelling case studies from some of the world's leading companies, the book demonstrates how leveraging team productivity principles can enhance communication, streamline execution, and alleviate stress among team members.

These insights are particularly vital as we navigate the evolving dynamics of the post-pandemic workplace.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to transform your team's productivity and well-being.

Guest David Allen is an international best-selling author who is widely recognized as the world's leading expert on personal and organizational productivity. Time Magazine called his flagship book, Getting Things Done "the definitive business self-help book of the decade."

Guest Edward Lamont is co-founder and Sr Partner of Next Action Associates, the GTD partner for the UK and Ireland. With 25+ years of experience in executive coaching, training, and consulting on leadership, productivity, and motivation, he founded and expanded successful GTD franchises globally since 2009, applying principles from this book.

Host Vivian Acquah CDE®

As a DEI consultant / Certified Diversity Executive (CDE®), Vivian Acquah advises managers on how to keep their team members engaged, energized, and safe in a sustainable manner.

Vivian Acquah is making topics related to workplace wellness & DEI accessible to everyone. She provides people with the right tools at the right time to embrace inclusive changes. Vivian motivates people to think consciously and inspires them to take action.

Co-host Mary Jane Roy

Mary Jane Roy is an advisor, facilitator & presenter building healthy stress & resilience skills & strategies for employee staying power.

Mary Jane shares seriously practical but fun, science-based tips, tools, knowledge & strategies so your organization can flourish.

#Leadership #Productivity #timemanagement #gettingthingsdone #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipDevelopment

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In the upcoming episode of "Let's Humanize the Workplace," host Vivian Acquah engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Buki Mosaku, the esteemed author of "I Don’t Understand: Navigating Unconscious Bias in the Workplace."

This episoder is titled "The Unseen Impact: How Unconscious Bias Shapes the Workplace," Vivian and Buki will delve into the profound and often overlooked ways that unconscious biases affect our professional environments.

Buki will share his expertise and practical strategies for identifying and addressing these hidden biases, offering valuable insights for fostering a more inclusive and equitable workplace.

Tune in for an essential discussion that promises to illuminate the path toward a more humanized work culture.

Host Vivian Acquah CDE®

Vivian Acquah CDE® is making an impact on the world of workplace wellness and DEI. As a Certified Diversity Executive, Vivian is devoted to making the topics of workplace wellness and DEI more accessible for everyone.

With a name that literally translates to 'water,' Vivian has become an extinguisher of fires related to DEI, providing clients such as Heineken, LinkedIn, Google, Indeed, Deloitte, TIBCO, Cargill, Swift, Acrolinx, KLM and Zalando with tangible strategies for embracing inclusive changes.

Cohost of Global Inclusion in Practice Podcast + host of Cooking Back to Our Roots Podcast/ online show

Guest speaker Buki Mosaku

Buki Mosaku is the leading expert on workplace bias navigation. He is the Founder and CEO of London based DiverseCity Think Tank,Creator of the IDU Methodology and Mosaku’s Bias Navigation Test.

He is the author of ”I Don’t Understand” – Navigating Unconscious Bias In the Workplace.”

#Diversity #Inclusion #Leadership #UnconsciousBias #productivity

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of "Let's Humanize The Workplace," hosted by Vivian Acquah, CDE®.

For this episode Vivian will be interviewing Amri B. Johnson, the renowned CEO and Inclusion Strategist of Inclusion Wins. Amri will be discussing his groundbreaking book, Reconstructing Inclusion: Making DEI Accessible, Actionable, and Sustainable.

During this conversation, Vivian will delve into the core themes of his book, exploring practical strategies for making diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts both effective and enduring.

Join the conversation live as Vivian and Amri uncover insights that can transform your workplace into a more inclusive and equitable environment.

Host Vivian Acquah CDE®

Vivian Acquah CDE® is making an impact on the world of workplace wellness and DEI. As a Certified Diversity Executive, Vivian is devoted to making the topics of workplace wellness and DEI more accessible for everyone.

With a name that literally translates to 'water,' Vivian has become an extinguisher of fires related to DEI, providing clients such as Heineken, LinkedIn, Google, Indeed, Deloitte, TIBCO, Cargill, Swift, Acrolinx, KLM and Zalando with tangible strategies for embracing inclusive changes.

Cohost of Global Inclusion in Practice Podcast + host of Cooking Back to Our Roots Podcast/ online show

Guest speaker Amri B. Johnson

Amri B. Johnson is the CEO and Inclusion Strategist of Inclusion Wins, where he supports organizations in creating cultures that resonate from the hearts of individuals.

With more than 20 years of experience, Amri has been instrumental in helping organizations and people achieve extraordinary business outcomes.

As a social capitalist, epidemiologist, entrepreneur, and diversity, equity, and inclusion strategist, Amri brings a unique and multifaceted perspective to his work, driving meaningful change and fostering inclusive environments.

#diversity #inclusion #leadership #inclusionleadership #management

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During this episode of Let's Humanize The Workplace, Vivian Acquah CDE® and Mary Jane Roy are set to ignite a thought-provoking conversation on the power and necessity of having courageous conversations in professional environments.

As experts in fostering inclusive and empowering workplaces, they will delve into strategies that not only facilitate meaningful dialogue but also maximize individual impact within any organization.

This session promises to be an enlightening exploration of how open, honest communication can serve as a catalyst for personal growth and collective success.

Join Vivian and Mary Jane as they unravel the art of engaging in conversations that challenge, inspire, and drive change.

Host Vivian Acquah CDE®

As a DEI consultant / Certified Diversity Executive (CDE®), Vivian Acquah advises managers on how to keep their team members engaged, energized, and safe in a sustainable manner.

Vivian Acquah is making topics related to workplace wellness & DEI accessible to everyone. She provides people with the right tools at the right time to embrace inclusive changes. Vivian motivates people to think consciously and inspires them to take action.

Co-host Mary Jane Roy

Mary Jane Roy is an advisor, facilitator & presenter building healthy stress & resilience skills & strategies for employee staying power.

Mary Jane shares seriously practical but fun, science-based tips, tools, knowledge & strategies so your organization can flourish.

#Diversity #Inclusion #Leadership #CourageousConversations #HighPerformance

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Welcome to this episode of "Let's Humanize The Workplace," where we'll explore the digital transformation reshaping organizations' approaches to human resources.

During this episode, Vivian Acquah will spotlight an impactful resource in this transformation: Marlene de Koning's "HR Tech Strategy." This book emerges as a strategic compass for businesses keen on leveraging technology to enhance the employee experience and secure business success in today's rapidly evolving workplace landscape.

"HR Tech Strategy" taps into various critical aspects of modern work dynamics, ranging from refining employee skills for the future, navigating the complexities of hybrid work models, bolstering employee well-being, ensuring fairness and equity, to harnessing the power of people analytics and exploring the developing opportunities within the metaverse. With an abundance of real-world examples, actionable tips, and ethical frameworks, the book serves as an indispensable guide for HR professionals looking to integrate technology thoughtfully and effectively in their practices.

A central theme of de Koning's work is the indispensable role of technology in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) alongside fostering wellness in the workplace. These elements are not just moral imperatives but are increasingly recognized as critical drivers of positive work culture, employee engagement, performance, and compliance. In essence, DEI and wellness are becoming the cornerstones of successful, resilient organizations.

Sidenote: Marlene interviewed Vivian Acquah about using virtual reality (VR) to cultivate an inclusive work culture. Read the book to learn more valuable tips on using tech in HR.

Host Vivian Acquah CDE®

Vivian Acquah CDE® is impacting the world of workplace wellness and DEI. As a Certified Diversity Executive, Vivian is devoted to making the topics of workplace wellness and DEI more accessible for everyone. 

With a name that literally translates to 'water,' Vivian has become an extinguisher of fires related to DEI, providing tangible strategies for embracing inclusive changes for clients such as Heineken, LinkedIn, Google, Indeed, Deloitte, TIBCO, Cargill, Swift, Acrolinx, KLM, and Zalando.

Guest Marlene de Koning

Marlene is a director at PwC and leads a team of HR tech and data specialists who help clients drive workforce transformation, create data-driven strategies, and implement innovative technologies. She is also the author of HR Tech Strategy: Revolutionizing Employee Experience through HR-Tech Synergy.

#HR #HRTech #Diversity #Inclusion #Leadership

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A Deep Dive into HR Tech Strategy

Welcome to this episode of "Let's Humanize The Workplace," where we'll explore the digital transformation reshaping organizations' approaches to human resources.

During this episode, Vivian Acquah will spotlight an impactful resource in this transformation: Marlene de Koning's "HR Tech Strategy." This book emerges as a strategic compass for businesses keen on leveraging technology to enhance the employee experience and secure business success in today's rapidly evolving workplace landscape.

"HR Tech Strategy" taps into various critical aspects of modern work dynamics, ranging from refining employee skills for the future, navigating the complexities of hybrid work models, bolstering employee well-being, ensuring fairness and equity, to harnessing the power of people analytics and exploring the developing opportunities within the metaverse. With an abundance of real-world examples, actionable tips, and ethical frameworks, the book serves as an indispensable guide for HR professionals looking to integrate technology thoughtfully and effectively in their practices.

A central theme of de Koning's work is the indispensable role of technology in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) alongside fostering wellness in the workplace. These elements are not just moral imperatives but are increasingly recognized as critical drivers of positive work culture, employee engagement, performance, and compliance. In essence, DEI and wellness are becoming the cornerstones of successful, resilient organizations.

Sidenote: Marlene interviewed Vivian Acquah about using virtual reality (VR) to cultivate an inclusive work culture. Read the book to learn more valuable tips on using tech in HR.

Host Vivian Acquah CDE®

Vivian Acquah CDE® is impacting the world of workplace wellness and DEI. As a Certified Diversity Executive, Vivian is devoted to making the topics of workplace wellness and DEI more accessible for everyone. 

With a name that literally translates to 'water,' Vivian has become an extinguisher of fires related to DEI, providing tangible strategies for embracing inclusive changes for clients such as Heineken, LinkedIn, Google, Indeed, Deloitte, TIBCO, Cargill, Swift, Acrolinx, KLM, and Zalando.

Guest Marlene de Koning

Marlene is a director at PwC and leads a team of HR tech and data specialists who help clients drive workforce transformation, create data-driven strategies, and implement innovative technologies. She is also the author of HR Tech Strategy: Revolutionizing Employee Experience through HR-Tech Synergy.

#HR #HRTech #Diversity #Inclusion #Leadership

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