In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, host Tim Borys talks with generational researcher and author Meghan Grace about the challenge of leading across four generations in today’s workplace.

From trust and belonging to stereotypes and the future of Gen Alpha, Meghan shares data-driven insights and practical advice for leaders who want to build engaged, high-performing multigenerational teams.

💡 Topics Covered:

Life stage vs. generational effects

Loyalty, security, and shifting workplace expectations

The rapid pace of change and its impact on employees

Universal human drivers: pay, purpose, trust, belonging

How to avoid stereotypes and leverage generational strengths

Preparing for Gen Alpha in the workplace

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In this episode of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys reminds us that age isn’t an excuse to wait or hold back. Whether you’re 18 or 88, your potential is right in front of you—if you’re willing to act.

Through personal stories, lessons learned, and real-world examples from every generation, Tim explains why age is irrelevant and how mindset—not birth year—determines growth.

💡 Topics Covered:

Why age is irrelevant to success

Breaking free from waiting for permission

Rediscovering childlike possibility

How different generations are rewriting the script

Growth mindset as the key to thriving at any age

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What if your best strategy for solving talent shortages was to invest so deeply in your people that they outgrow you—and you cheer them on?

💡 Topics Covered:

Why retention shouldn’t be the goal

How to build a talent ecosystem that flows

Investing in education and resilience

The role of AI in training and development

How small companies can lead the way

00:00 Introduction to Talent Shortage Solutions

00:31 Welcome and Guest Introduction

01:08 Rethinking Retention Strategies

04:40 The Great Salt Lake vs. The Great Lakes Analogy

06:34 Small to Mid-Market Company Challenges

16:26 The Source: A Collaborative Employer Initiative

24:00 The Cost of Turnover and Employee Development

26:05 Personal Stories and Family Business Insights

28:10 Workplace Wellbeing and Leadership Mindset

29:39 Blaming External Factors for Employee Problems

30:12 Investing in Employees for Better Outcomes

31:00 Mindset Shift: Scarcity to Abundance

36:20 The Role of Employers in Solving Social Problems

43:50 AI in Workforce Development

45:53 Preparing for the Future Workforce

53:50 Tangible Steps for Leaders

55:54 Conclusion and Call to Action

👉 Listen now and rethink what “good leadership” looks like.

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In this episode of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys challenges you to move beyond safe, incremental goals and embrace bold, 10X thinking.

Discover why small goals keep us stuck in mediocrity and how setting bigger visions transforms not just your results, but your mindset, habits, and impact. Tim shares personal stories, practical frameworks, and leadership insights to help you stop playing small and start building the life you’re truly capable of.

💡 Topics Covered:

Why incremental goals keep you stuck

The power of 10X thinking

Breaking free from false trade-offs

Linking vision to daily habits

The role of rest and recovery

How community accelerates growth

#ThinkBig #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #52LifeLessons #TimBorys #WorkingWellPodcast

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, host Tim Borys speaks with Marcie Hawranik, founder of Canadian Equality Consulting, about the realities of building inclusive, equitable, and high-performing workplaces.

From the difference between equity and equality to the pitfalls of performative DEI, Marcie shares practical strategies for leaders who want to move beyond words and create meaningful change.

💡 Topics Covered:

Why equity is more powerful than equality

The role of leaders in driving culture

Moving beyond performative DEI

Small actions that create lasting momentum

How inclusion fuels innovation and performance

#InclusiveLeadership #MarcieHawranik #WorkingWellPodcast #EquityInAction #LeadershipDevelopment #FutureOfWork

In this follow-up to Lesson 2 of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys shares how to move from simply knowing your why to living it every single day.

Through practical strategies, examples, and reflection tools, you’ll learn how to align habits, commitments, and decisions with your deeper purpose. This is where clarity becomes action—and where fulfilment starts to compound.

💡 Topics Covered:

Making your why actionable

Avoiding “purpose overwhelm”

The power of micro-moments

Aligning your calendar with your values

Building trust and momentum over time

#PurposeDriven #LiveYourWhy #52LifeLessons #TimBorys #WorkingWellPodcast #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment

In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys talks with Eryn Peters, a global future-of-work strategist, about the skills leaders need to thrive in the age of AI, constant change, and remote teams.

They dive into change leadership, intentional culture-building, managing hybrid teams, and how to communicate across complexity. If you're leading in a remote or tech-heavy environment, this episode is a must-listen.

💡 Topics Covered:

Change leadership vs. change management

Rethinking culture in remote and hybrid teams

The human cost of unintentional tech adoption

How to lead through AI transformation

Modeling well-being as a leader

#FutureOfWork #RemoteLeadership #ErynPeters #WorkingWellPodcast #ChangeLeadership #HumanCenteredDesign #TimBorys

In this solo episode of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys explores the power of knowing your why. Why do you show up every day? Why are so many smart, passionate people burning out?

Through personal stories, research, and practical insights, Tim explains why purpose is the missing ingredient behind motivation, resilience, and performance. If you're stuck in “life zombie” mode, this episode is your wake-up call.

💡 Topics Covered:

Why burnout happens when purpose is missing

How mindset, habits, and purpose work together

The science of happiness and what you can control

How leading companies embed purpose into their culture

What to do if you’ve lost your why

🎧 Listen now and reignite your passion—for work and life.

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Welcome to Lesson 1 of the *52 Life Lessons* series! In this solo episode, Tim Borys explores why **mindset isn't just important—it’s foundational** to everything you do. From personal breakdown to breakthrough, Tim shares how real change begins with conscious reflection, resilience, and action.