In this episode of Next Steps To Leadership Podcast, Dr. Stephen Oliver speaks with Dr. Beth Kaplan, VP of Global Leadership and Learning Enablement for Medidata Solutions and Author of “Braving the Workplace.”

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

 * Dr. Kaplan’s book, "Braving the Workplace," which dives into the complexities of belonging and how it shapes organizational culture and individual well-being

 * Various challenges and opportunities for managers in fostering a sense of belonging among employees, including the importance of care, effective onboarding practices, and the distinction between belonging and inclusion

 * Belonging uncertainty and different types of belonging, emphasizing the critical role of managers in ensuring that employees feel valued and connected to their work environment

 * Practical strategies for leaders to enhance workplace belonging, such as celebrating wins, personalized praise, and maintaining continuous check-ins with employees

Learn more about Dr. Beth Kaplan:

 * Connect with Dr. Kaplan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-kaplan/

* Visit Medidata’s website: https://www.medidata.com/en

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About the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O (Dr. Stephen Oliver):

In each episode of Next Steps To Leadership, Dr. O invites industry experts to share their leadership journey to help you in your next steps.

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-steps-to-leadership/id1719811060

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast Video Series on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyMof2nyUqXdzclNR5yMxOhBooOwuOdbT&si=FzWs_ZDpYr4dPwJA

Connect with Dr. Stephen Oliver:

 * Visit Dr. O’s Website: https://hrcvision.com

 * Connect with Dr. O onLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-oliver-ed-d-m-a-5763622

 * Follow Dr. O on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StephenWOliver

 * Follow Dr. O on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenwoliver

Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O, Episode 20

In this episode of Next Steps To Leadership Podcast, Dr. Stephen Oliver speaks with Alaina Love, Author, Speaker, Executive Coach, leadership, and team development expert. Alaina is the founder and CEO of Purpose Linked Consulting (PLC) and developer of PLC’s groundbreaking instrument: The Passion Profiler™, a groundbreaking tool that assesses your expression of purpose as work-related passions – the inherent passions that stimulate you to learn new skills, think more creatively and thrive in your work.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* The Passion Profiler™, a tool Alaina developed to identify and measure employee passions to enhance workplace fulfillment and productivity

* The 10 distinct passion archetypes, the Creator, Conceiver, Processor, Discoverer, Teacher, Connector, Altruist, Healer, Transformer, and Builder — how understanding these can improve team dynamics and individual contributions

* The importance of aligning work roles with personal passions and purpose for long-term engagement and fulfillment, highlighting the evolutionary nature of passions throughout one's career

* Stories of success, demonstrating how awareness of passion archetypes can resolve team issues and foster innovation, advocating for personalized management approaches and inclusive, diverse team environments

Learn more about Alaina Love:

* Read Alaina’s bio and learn about her team on Purpose Linked Consulting’s website: https://thepurposelink.com/team

* Buy Alaina’s book, “The Purpose Linked Organization: How Passionate Leaders Inspire Winning Teams and Great Results:” https://www.amazon.com/dp/0071624708?tag=purpolinkecon-20&camp=14573&creative=327641&linkCode=as1&creativeASIN=0071624708&adid=11HDZQV3HVCP32HEXFCB&

* Connect with Alaina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alainalove

* Follow Alaina on X: https://x.com/workwithpassion

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About the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O (Dr. Stephen Oliver):

In each episode of Next Steps To Leadership, Dr. O invites industry experts to share their leadership journey to help you in your next steps.

* Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-steps-to-leadership/id1719811060

* Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast Video Series on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyMof2nyUqXdzclNR5yMxOhBooOwuOdbT&si=FzWs_ZDpYr4dPwJA

Connect with Dr. Stephen Oliver:

* Visit Dr. O’s Website: https://hrcvision.com

* Connect with Dr. O on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-oliver-ed-d-m-a-5763622

* Follow Dr. O on X: https://x.com/StephenWOliver

* Follow Dr. O on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.o.next.steps

Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O, Episode 19

In this episode of Next Steps To Leadership Podcast, Dr. Stephen Oliver speaks with Dr. Jackie Raab, Clinical Director at Penn Medicine.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* The importance of flexibility, continuous professional development, and the challenges of navigating healthcare's evolving landscape

* The significance of integrating evidence-based practices and quality improvement initiatives in healthcare settings

* The role of continuous education and certifications for nursing leaders

* Penn Medicine's collaborative efforts, the importance of teamwork, and strategies for improving patient care through data-driven approaches and educational programs for healthcare professionals

Learn more about Dr. Jackie Raab:

* Read Dr. Raab’s profile on UPenn’s website: https://www.nursing.upenn.edu/live/profiles/18668-jackie-raab

* Connect with Dr. Raab on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-dunayevich-raab-dnp-msn-rn-4b5a9b7

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About the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O (Dr. Stephen Oliver):

In each episode of Next Steps To Leadership, Dr. O invites industry experts to share their leadership journey to help you in your next steps.

* Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-steps-to-leadership/id1719811060

* Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast Video Series on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyMof2nyUqXdzclNR5yMxOhBooOwuOdbT&si=FzWs_ZDpYr4dPwJA

Connect with Dr. Stephen Oliver:

* Visit Dr. O’s Website: https://hrcvision.com

* Connect with Dr. O onLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-oliver-ed-d-m-a-5763622

* Follow Dr. O on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StephenWOliver

* Follow Dr. O on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenwoliver

Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O, Episode 18

In this episode of Next Steps To Leadership Podcast, Dr. O speaks with Dr. John Gillis, author of the best-selling book, Powerhouse: 13 Teamwork Tactics that Build Excellence and Unrivaled Success & the principal of LeadershipX consultancy.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

Learn more about Dr. John Gillis, Jr.:

* Visit Dr. Gillis’ business website: https://leadershipx.com* Connect with Dr. Gillis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-gillis-jr

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About the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O (Dr. Stephen Oliver):

In each episode of Next Steps To Leadership, Dr. O invites industry experts to share their leadership journey to help you in your next steps.

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-steps-to-leadership/id1719811060

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast Video Series on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyMof2nyUqXdzclNR5yMxOhBooOwuOdbT&si=FzWs_ZDpYr4dPwJA

Connect with Dr. Stephen Oliver:

 * Visit Dr. O’s Website: https://hrcvision.com

 * Connect with Dr. O onLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-oliver-ed-d-m-a-5763622

 * Follow Dr. O on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StephenWOliver

 * Follow Dr. O on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenwoliver

Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O, Episode 17

In this episode of Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O, Dr. Stephen Oliver speaks with Dr. Meghan Fitzpatrick, an Advanced Senior Lecturer and Program Director at The University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing. 

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

Learn more about Dr. Meghan Fitzpatrick:

 * Connect with Dr. Fitzpatrick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-fitzpatrick-dnp-rn-nea-bc-77ab1638

 * View the New MSN Program at Penn: https://www.nursing.upenn.edu/nursing-and-healthcare-leadership

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About the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O (Dr. Stephen Oliver):

In each episode of Next Steps To Leadership, Dr. O invites industry experts to share their leadership journey to help you in your next steps.

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-steps-to-leadership/id1719811060

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast Video Series on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyMof2nyUqXdzclNR5yMxOhBooOwuOdbT&si=FzWs_ZDpYr4dPwJA

Connect with Dr. Stephen Oliver:

 * Visit Dr. O’s Website: https://hrcvision.com

 * Connect with Dr. O onLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-oliver-ed-d-m-a-5763622

 * Follow Dr. O on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StephenWOliver

 * Follow Dr. O on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenwoliver

Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O (Dr. Stephen Oliver), Episode 16

In this Next Steps to Leadership episode, Dr. Stephen Oliver interviews Dr. Adam Payne from Wentworth Institute, who shares insights on leadership through self-awareness and adaptable learning.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* Life Management Framework & "Be Up": Dr. Adam Payne talks about his “Be Up” framework, which helps students set meaningful goals and achieve balance.

* Teaching Leadership through Self-Development: Dr. Payne emphasizes that authentic leadership starts with self-knowledge and personal growth.

* Applying Goals with Systems: Dr. Payne encourages pairing goals with sustainable systems to build resilience and overcome obstacles.

* Navigating Expectations & Setbacks: Dr. Payne provides tools for balancing personal aspirations with external pressures and handling setbacks.

* Preparing for Flexibility in STEM Careers: Dr. Payne highlights the importance of adaptability in STEM, helping students prepare for evolving career paths.

Learn more about Dr. Adam Payne:

 * Connect with Dr. Adam Payne on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adampayne1/

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About the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O (Dr. Stephen Oliver):

In each episode of Next Steps To Leadership, Dr. O invites industry experts to share their leadership journey to help you in your next steps.

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-steps-to-leadership/id1719811060

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast Video Series on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyMof2nyUqXdzclNR5yMxOhBooOwuOdbT&si=FzWs_ZDpYr4dPwJA

Connect with Dr. Stephen Oliver:

 * Visit Dr. O’s Website: https://hrcvision.com

 * Connect with Dr. O on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-oliver-ed-d-m-a-5763622

 * Follow Dr. O on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StephenWOliver

 * Follow Dr. O on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenwoliver

Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O, Episode 15

In this episode of Next Steps to Leadership, Dr. Stephen Oliver speaks with Jess Jones, an executive with over 22 years of experience in the healthcare industry and a doctoral candidate at the University of Pennsylvania. Jess currently runs her own company, Back to Human Partners, where she and her co-founders focus on leadership development, organizational dynamics, and creating safety in the workplace. Her consulting work spans various areas including healthcare, sales development, and executive training.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

 * Jess’s journey in healthcare leadership and consulting

 * Her decision to pursue a doctoral degree and the challenges and rewards of this pursuit

 * The importance of creating safety in the workplace to foster innovation and collaboration

 * Practical steps for leaders to cultivate safety and trust among their teams

Learn more about Jess Jones:

 * Connect with Jess on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessjonesexecutive

 * Follow Back to Human Partners on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/backtohumanpartners 

 * Visit Back to Human Partners’ Website: https://backtohumanpartners.com

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About the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O (Dr. Stephen Oliver):

In each episode of Next Steps To Leadership, Dr. O invites industry experts to share their leadership journey to help you in your next steps.

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-steps-to-leadership/id1719811060

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast Video Series on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyMof2nyUqXdzclNR5yMxOhBooOwuOdbT&si=FzWs_ZDpYr4dPwJA

Connect with Dr. Stephen Oliver:

 * Visit Dr. O’s Website: https://hrcvision.com

 * Connect with Dr. O onLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-oliver-ed-d-m-a-5763622

 * Follow Dr. O on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StephenWOliver

 * Follow Dr. O on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenwoliver

Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O, Episode 14

In this episode of Next Steps to Leadership, Dr. Stephen Oliver speaks with Dr. Mary McNevin, Executive Coach and Talent Advisor at U.S. Venture. Dr. McNevin has over 20 years of experience in talent management, succession planning, and strategy development, with a mission to impact lives through learning and to create a competitive advantage through targeted talent initiatives. She previously served as Chief Learning Officer at Signature Health and as Global VP of Talent Development at McCain Foods.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

 * How Dr. McNevin designed her own career path to balance part-time work with executive coaching

 * The importance of networking and strategies for building and maintaining a strong professional network

 * How introverts can excel at networking through listening and strategic relationship-building

 * Using a network map to identify and strengthen key professional connections

 * Real-life success stories of leveraging networks to advance careers

Learn more about Mary McNevin:

 * Connect with Dr. McNevin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-mcnevin-ed-d-10b2b31

 * Visit Dr. McNevin’s website: http://drmarymcnevin.com 

 * Email: [email protected]

 * Call: 502-548-6090

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About the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O (Dr. Stephen Oliver):

In each episode of Next Steps To Leadership, Dr. O invites industry experts to share their leadership journey to help you in your next steps.

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-steps-to-leadership/id1719811060

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast Video Series on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyMof2nyUqXdzclNR5yMxOhBooOwuOdbT&si=FzWs_ZDpYr4dPwJA

Connect with Dr. Stephen Oliver:

 * Visit Dr. O’s Website: https://hrcvision.com

 * Connect with Dr. O on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-oliver-ed-d-m-a-5763622

 * Follow Dr. O on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StephenWOliver

 * Follow Dr. O on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenwoliver

Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O, Episode 13

In this episode of Next Steps to Leadership, Dr. Stephen Oliver speaks with Dr. Rosina Racioppi, President and CEO of WOMEN Unlimited. Dr. Racioppi has over 25 years of experience in organizational planning, development, and employee relations. WOMEN Unlimited is dedicated to helping organizations cultivate talent management and assisting women in advancing to leadership roles.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

 * Strategies for navigating uncertainty in career and personal development

 * The role of WOMEN Unlimited in enhancing women's leadership skills and opportunities

 * Insights into the importance of relationship building and networking for career advancement

 * Practical advice for managing and overcoming career derailments and imposter syndrome

 * The impact of organizational changes on career paths and how to adapt effectively

Learn more from Dr. Rosina Racioppi:

 * Connect with Dr. Racioppi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rosina-racioppi-792b941

 * Visit WOMEN Unlimited‘s website: https://www.women-unlimited.com

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About the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O (Dr. Stephen Oliver):

In each episode of Next Steps To Leadership, Dr. O invites industry experts to share their leadership journey to help you in your next steps.

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-steps-to-leadership/id1719811060

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast Video Series on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyMof2nyUqXdzclNR5yMxOhBooOwuOdbT&si=FzWs_ZDpYr4dPwJA

Connect with Dr. Stephen Oliver:

 * Visit Dr. O’s Website: https://hrcvision.com

 * Connect with Dr. O on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-oliver-ed-d-m-a-5763622

 * Follow Dr. O on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StephenWOliver

 * Follow Dr. O on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.o.next.steps

Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. Stephen Oliver, Ep 12

In this episode of the Next Steps to Leadership Podcast, Dr. Stephen Oliver speaks with Dr. David Almeda, Principal at Mainsail Consulting. Mainsail works directly with CHROs to optimize both individual and organizational effectiveness by providing evidence-based solutions that measurably improve outcomes in the areas of recruitment, retention, leadership effectiveness, employee engagement, commitment, culture and bottom-line impact.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

 * Career Overview and Roles: Dr. Almeda talks about his extensive career, highlighting key roles and going over his continued involvement in consulting and nonprofit work.

* Importance of Data-Driven Decision Making: Dr. Almeda emphasizes data-driven decision-making, sharing how metrics like engagement scores and turnovers were used to identify and develop effective managers.

* Optimizing Performance: Dr. Almeda mentions his strategic initiatives, focusing on optimizing individual and organizational performances.

* Key Attributes of Effective Managers: Dr. Almeda goes over the key attributes of effective managers, including open communication, empowerment, and supporting holistic employee development.

* Challenges and Pitfalls in Leadership: He talks about leadership challenges, such as micromanagement and lack of personal connection with team members, and the coaching provided to overcome these issues.

Learn more about Dr. David Almeda:

 * Connect with Dr. Almeda on LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/davealmeda

 * Follow MainSail Consulting on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mainsail-counsulting

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About the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast with Dr. O (Dr. Stephen Oliver):

In each episode of Next Steps To Leadership, Dr. O invites industry experts to share their leadership journey to help you in your next steps.

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-steps-to-leadership/id1719811060

 * Subscribe to the Next Steps To Leadership Podcast Video Series on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyMof2nyUqXdzclNR5yMxOhBooOwuOdbT&si=FzWs_ZDpYr4dPwJA

Connect with Dr. Stephen Oliver:

 * Visit Dr. O’s Website: https://hrcvision.com

 * Connect with Dr. O onLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-oliver-ed-d-m-a-5763622

 * Follow Dr. O on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StephenWOliver

 * Follow Dr. O on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.o.next.steps