The Trend Report - Insights on Office Furniture, Contract Interiors & Workplace Design

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Today's episode is a conversation with Joel Ratekin, a Workplace Strategy Leader at TD Ameritrade!  During this interview, Joel and I discuss the impact of design on company culture, which then lead to a review of how he is leading the return to work journey for TD Ameritrade and their employees!  

Thank you for joining us today and if you have any questions, comments or show ideas, please email me at [email protected] or visit my website at www.sidmeadows.com.  Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcast - it helps us spread the word about the podcast and allows us to share these important conversations with others!

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by: Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Trend Report is your inside look at the people, products and ideas shaping the future of workplace design.  We explore the evolving world of contract interiors, office furniture, and workplace design. From the interior design industry to commercial furniture and the future of work, we share insights, trends, and strategies that keep the office furniture industry and the interior design community informed and inspired.

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The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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The second episode in our "CEO Chat" series!  In this conversation with Bryce Stuckenschneider, the CEO of Loftwall, we talked a little about his journey, what's happening in the workplace, the future of the workplace and what it's like to pivot and launch a lot of new products in a short time frame.  This episode is packed with energy and good conversations!  

Thanks for joining us today and if you have any questions, comments or show ideas, please email me at [email protected] or visit my website at www.sidmeadows.com. 

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by: Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Trend Report is your inside look at the people, products and ideas shaping the future of workplace design.  We explore the evolving world of contract interiors, office furniture, and workplace design. From the interior design industry to commercial furniture and the future of work, we share insights, trends, and strategies that keep the office furniture industry and the interior design community informed and inspired.

Connect with Sid:

Home Page: www.sidmeadows.com
Podcast Website:  https://www.sidmeadows.com/podcast

Sid on LinkedIn
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Sid on YouTube

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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The first episode in a new series called CEO Chat!  We're I'll have a conversation with a variety of industry CEO to talk about their company, their products and all things related to the workplace!  In this conversation with Chris Evanstad, the CEO of Nevers Industries, we talked about his journey into the industry, the growth of the company and the future of the workplace!  This is a good one!  Thanks for joining us today and if you have any questions, comments or show ideas, please email me at [email protected] or visit my website at www.sidmeadows.com. The Trend Report introduction music is provided by: Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Trend Report is your inside look at the people, products and ideas shaping the future of workplace design.  We explore the evolving world of contract interiors, office furniture, and workplace design. From the interior design industry to commercial furniture and the future of work, we share insights, trends, and strategies that keep the office furniture industry and the interior design community informed and inspired.

Connect with Sid:

Home Page: www.sidmeadows.com
Podcast Website:  https://www.sidmeadows.com/podcast

Sid on LinkedIn
Sid on Instagram
Sid on YouTube

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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In this episode, I sit down with Luke Asper of Asper Studio and talk about the trend of using video to develop and grow your personal brand as well as your business! Luke provide a ton of information on how to use video, as well as some tips and tricks to make your videos powerful and successful! During my chat with Luke, he referenced the book, Launch by Jeff Walker.  You can find on Amazon by clicking this link! To help you get started with video, Luke created “kits” that you can easily purchase to get all the additional equipment you would need!  Follow this link to see his kits:  https://kit.co/AsperStudios If your interested in video or audio transcription services, you can check out and join ClipScribe here.  To connect with Luke, you can find him on Instagram @luke_asper or on LinkedIn here.  His email address is [email protected] Thanks for joining us today and if you have any questions, comments or show ideas, please email me at [email protected] or visit my website at www.sidmeadows.com.The Trend Report introduction music is provided by: Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Trend Report is your inside look at the people, products and ideas shaping the future of workplace design.  We explore the evolving world of contract interiors, office furniture, and workplace design. From the interior design industry to commercial furniture and the future of work, we share insights, trends, and strategies that keep the office furniture industry and the interior design community informed and inspired.

Connect with Sid:

Home Page: www.sidmeadows.com
Podcast Website:  https://www.sidmeadows.com/podcast

Sid on LinkedIn
Sid on Instagram
Sid on YouTube

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Today's episode was an unplanned, unscripted and an off the cuff conversation with my long time friend and fellow entrepreneur, Joe Stradinger.  Joe and I have a conversation about the "art of conversation", the impact of COVID19 and our mutual passion to help people!

During our chat, Joe talks about power of conversation and highlights his company's flagship product that support you in having conversations with you clients and prospects.  You can check out Soundboard here:  https://soundboard.social/

Thanks for joining us today and if you have any questions, comments or show ideas, please email me at [email protected] or visit my website at www.sidmeadows.com.

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by: Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Trend Report is your inside look at the people, products and ideas shaping the future of workplace design.  We explore the evolving world of contract interiors, office furniture, and workplace design. From the interior design industry to commercial furniture and the future of work, we share insights, trends, and strategies that keep the office furniture industry and the interior design community informed and inspired.

Connect with Sid:

Home Page: www.sidmeadows.com
Podcast Website:  https://www.sidmeadows.com/podcast

Sid on LinkedIn
Sid on Instagram
Sid on YouTube

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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We are all dealing with loss in one form or another - right now!  Though it may seem taboo to talk about loss on a business related podcast, but the reality is, that each of us is experiencing some form of loss related to our family, friends and our business, due to the COVID-19 virus that is sweeping the country.  Melanie and I had a great discussion about identifying loss and the steps you can take to overcome it!  

One of the best quotes from Melanie in this episode is "the only way out, is through" - such a powerful statement.

During the episode, Melanie referenced an interview with Brene Brown on CBS 60 Minutes,  you can watch that episode here.

Thanks for joining us today and if you have any questions, comments or show ideas, please email me at [email protected] or visit my website at www.sidmeadows.com.

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by: Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Trend Report is your inside look at the people, products and ideas shaping the future of workplace design.  We explore the evolving world of contract interiors, office furniture, and workplace design. From the interior design industry to commercial furniture and the future of work, we share insights, trends, and strategies that keep the office furniture industry and the interior design community informed and inspired.

Connect with Sid:

Home Page: www.sidmeadows.com
Podcast Website:  https://www.sidmeadows.com/podcast

Sid on LinkedIn
Sid on Instagram
Sid on YouTube

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Today's episode is packed with information and tips about leading through a crisis.  I had the pleasure to interview my friend, colleague and fellow coach, April Hamilton, who is a leadership expert, on how to lead your team, company and family through the current crisis.  However, all of the information that April shares in our interview is valuable in almost any situation.  

During the conversation, April provides her "conversation equation" - a framework for supporting your team during a crisis.  The 4-Step process will empower you to have a meaningful conversations and she shares examples of how to implement each step!  You can download you copy by clicking this link.

Thanks for joining us today and if you have any questions, comments or show ideas, please email me at [email protected] or visit my website at www.sidmeadows.com.

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by: Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

The Trend Report is your inside look at the people, products and ideas shaping the future of workplace design.  We explore the evolving world of contract interiors, office furniture, and workplace design. From the interior design industry to commercial furniture and the future of work, we share insights, trends, and strategies that keep the office furniture industry and the interior design community informed and inspired.

Connect with Sid:

Home Page: www.sidmeadows.com
Podcast Website:  https://www.sidmeadows.com/podcast

Sid on LinkedIn
Sid on Instagram
Sid on YouTube

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Welcome to the Trend Report Podcast!  We are really excited to share this with the Contract Interiors Community!  This is our 1st episode and we can't wait to share more with you in the coming weeks!  

Your knowledge and understanding of Trends in our industry is critical to your success!  As we start this journey together, I'm going to share information, ideas, research, interview and much more on a variety of topics around Trends in our industry.

So buckle up friends - this is going to be a great ride!

If you have any question or suggestions about topics we should talk about on this podcast, please reach out!

Cheers!

Sid 

The Trend Report is your inside look at the people, products and ideas shaping the future of workplace design.  We explore the evolving world of contract interiors, office furniture, and workplace design. From the interior design industry to commercial furniture and the future of work, we share insights, trends, and strategies that keep the office furniture industry and the interior design community informed and inspired.

Connect with Sid:

Home Page: www.sidmeadows.com
Podcast Website:  https://www.sidmeadows.com/podcast

Sid on LinkedIn
Sid on Instagram
Sid on YouTube

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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The Trend Report is your inside look at the people, products and ideas shaping the future of workplace design.  We explore the evolving world of contract interiors, office furniture, and workplace design. From the interior design industry to commercial furniture and the future of work, we share insights, trends, and strategies that keep the office furniture industry and the interior design community informed and inspired.

Connect with Sid:

Home Page: www.sidmeadows.com
Podcast Website:  https://www.sidmeadows.com/podcast

Sid on LinkedIn
Sid on Instagram
Sid on YouTube

The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/