The Working Well Podcast

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  • #091 - The Gift of Adversity | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 15

    We all say we want growth, resilience, and strength.


    But what if those things only come through adversity?


    In Episode 15 of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys explores why hardship is not just something to survive but something that can be leveraged for growth.


    Drawing from personal experience and psychological insights, this episode breaks down how adversity reveals weaknesses, builds resilience, and shapes long-term success.


    You’ll learn:


    • Why growth rarely happens in comfort

    • How adversity exposes what’s already there
    • Why avoiding discomfort weakens resilience
    • How to train for adversity before life forces it on you


    If you’re looking to build mental strength, resilience, and clarity, this episode will challenge how you think about adversity.

    12 min
  • #090 - Human Performance as a Competitive Advantage (with Jennifer Posa)

    In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys sits down with Jennifer, a global human performance expert and the former Chief Wellbeing Officer at the Central Intelligence Agency.

    With leadership experience across organizations such as the Mayo Clinic and Johnson & Johnson, Jennifer shares how elite institutions build environments that enable individuals and teams to perform at the highest levels.
    This conversation explores why wellbeing is no longer a workplace perk—but a strategic advantage for organizations navigating disruption, AI transformation, and uncertainty.
    💡 Topics Covered
    Why human performance is becoming a competitive advantage
    The connection between wellbeing and productivity
    Lessons from high-performance organizations like the CIA
    How leaders can build resilient teams
    Preparing workforces for uncertainty and AI-driven change
    #WorkingWellPodcast#TimBorys#HumanPerformance#LeadershipDevelopment#FutureOfWork#WorkplaceWellbeing#PeakPerformance

    1 hr 7 min
  • #089 – Using Fear and Doubt as Tools for Action | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 14

    Fear is often seen as something we should eliminate. But what if fear is actually a signal guiding us toward growth?

    In Lesson 14 of the 52 Life Lessons Series, Tim Borys shares how fear and doubt shaped many of his personal and professional decisions and how learning to calibrate fear became a turning point in his life.
    This episode explores the neuroscience of fear, why our brains overestimate threats, and how avoidance can quietly limit our potential. Drawing on psychological research and personal experiences, Tim explains how action even small steps can transform fear into confidence and momentum.
    You’ll learn why high performers still feel fear, how they evaluate it, and why taking action is often the fastest path to overcoming it.
    If you’ve ever felt stuck between playing it safe and pursuing your potential, this lesson will help you rethink the role fear plays in your life.

    13 min
  • #088 - AI and the Human Touch: Scaling, Coaching and Learning with AI (with Alex Frenkel)

    AI is transforming every industry but can it replace therapists, coaches, or leaders?

    In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys speaks with Alex about the growing role of artificial intelligence in coaching, therapy, and workplace learning.

    Alex shares how his background in clinical psychology led him into the tech world, where he now focuses on building AI tools that empower professionals instead of replacing them.

    Together they explore the opportunities and risks of AI, including how it can scale learning, provide real-time feedback, and extend support beyond traditional one-on-one interactions.

    In this episode you’ll learn:

    • Why AI won’t replace human coaches or therapists

    • How AI can amplify human expertise
    • The risks of relying on large language models alone
    • How real-time learning may change workplace development

    50 min
  • #087 - Seek Silence | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 13

    In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys explores one of the most underrated leadership skills: silence.

    In a world filled with constant notifications, meetings, and information overload, many leaders rarely create space for reflection. But research shows that quiet moments can dramatically improve creativity, decision-making, and emotional regulation.

    This episode explores the science behind silence, why many people feel uncomfortable sitting with their thoughts, and how intentional quiet can become a powerful performance tool for leaders.

    You’ll learn:

    • Why silence activates deeper thinking in the brain

    • How constant stimulation reduces clarity and focus
    • Why leaders need quiet time to make better decisions
    • How just two minutes of silence can improve performance

    If you're looking to improve clarity, reduce stress, and think more strategically, this episode offers a powerful reminder: sometimes the best productivity tool is silence.

    12 min
  • #086 – Shaping the Future of Work: Human Capacity, Leadership Evolution & AI (with Carlee Wolfe)

    In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Carlee Wolfe shares actionable insights on building sustainable, high-performance cultures rooted in clarity, accountability, and psychological safety.

    We explore:

    • Why people-first leadership drives results

    • The myth of performance vs. wellbeing

    • How to intentionally design workplace culture

    • Scaling teams without losing alignment

    • Preventing burnout through structured leadership

      If you're a founder, HR leader, executive, or manager navigating growth, this episode offers practical frameworks you can apply immediately.

      #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #HRStrategy #PsychologicalSafety #OrganizationalDevelopment #WorkingWellPodcast

      56 min
    • #085 – Embrace Change | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 12

      In Lesson #12 of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys explores why resisting change quietly drains your energy and how reframing disruption can unlock growth and resilience.

      Topics covered:

      • The neuroscience of uncertainty

      • Why we resist change

      • A mastermind moment that shifted perspective

      • Hard seasons and hidden gifts

      • Practical mindset shifts for resilience

        Change is inevitable. Growth is optional.

        #WorkingWellPodcast #52LifeLessons #EmbraceChange #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #Mindset

        10 min
      • #084 – Ready for the Future: Building a Future-Ready Mindset

        In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys sits down with Allister Frost — former Microsoft leader and transformation expert — to explore how leaders can thrive in uncertain times.

        In this episode, you’ll learn:

        • Building a future-ready mindset

        • Why curiosity drives innovation

        • Overcoming fear of change

        • The power of experimentation

        • Practical habits for resilience

          If you’re navigating disruption, digital transformation, or leadership growth, this episode provides the mindset tools you need to move forward with confidence.

          #FutureReady #Leadership #Curiosity #Innovation #WorkingWellPodcast #PersonalGrowth #ChangeManagement

          45 min
        • #083 – Interrogate Your Reality | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 11

          What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your effort—but your beliefs?

          In Episode 11 of the 52 Life Lessons series, Tim Borys explores how unexamined assumptions quietly shape our mindset, habits, and results. Drawing on psychology, coaching experience, and personal stories, Tim explains why growth starts by questioning the stories we believe about ourselves.

          This episode challenges you to interrogate your reality, uncover hidden limits, and choose beliefs that actually support where you want to go.

          👉 Topics include:

          • How beliefs shape performance and behavior

          • Why habits fail without belief change

          • The psychology of self-efficacy and expectation

          • Questions that unlock clarity and growth

            If this resonates, share it with someone who needs it and reach out if you’re ready to challenge the beliefs shaping your life.

            13 min
          • #082 – Transforming Human Resource: From progress to Measurable Outcome (with Dave Ulrich)

            What is the real role of HR and leadership today?

            In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys sits down with Dave Ulrich, one of the world’s leading thinkers on leadership, human resources, and organizational effectiveness, to challenge outdated assumptions about HR, wellbeing, and performance.

            Dave explains why HR can no longer be measured by activity—programs, training hours, or initiatives—but must be evaluated by outcomes that matter: customers, investors, employees, and communities.

            In this episode, you’ll learn:

            • Why employee engagement drives customer loyalty and revenue

            • Why leaders can’t demand engagement—they must model it

            • How to manage the paradox of people and performance

            • Where AI helps—and where human judgment still wins

            • Why wellbeing must connect to strategy to matter

              🎧 Listen to the full episode:

              👉 https://timborys.com/podcast

              If this conversation resonated, like, subscribe, and share it with a leader who needs to hear it.

              40 min

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