Working Forward

In this episode of Working Forward, Laurie and Regina lead an enriching conversation about leadership, resilience, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment in the workplace and beyond. Together, they explore strategies for leaders to foster equity in the workplace, the importance of checking in with employees and building inclusive cultures in hybrid work environments. Regina also unveils the premise of her upcoming book, "Do You," emphasizing the significance of reconnecting with oneself and living a meaningful life. Tune in to this thought-provoking episode of Working Forward! Additional Resources: Connect with Laurie on LinkedIn Learn more about Session AI Connect with Regina on LinkedIn To Pre-order Do You, click HERE Learn More About Bossy and Blissful LLC Learn more about PeopleForward Network

In today's episode, Nikki Lewallen Gregory leads us through the dream chase and leads others to dream series. Nikki encourages us to design our ideal lives, define our dreams, believe in ourselves, and take action to make them a reality. She shares valuable insights on overcoming the hurdles that hold us back from dreaming, such as fear, lack of confidence, and not knowing how to dream. Nikki provides practical tips for uncovering our unique value, surrounding ourselves with uplifting people, and creating a clear plan to achieve our goals. She emphasizes the importance of cultivating a positive mindset and shares powerful daily practices to build belief in ourselves. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and empowered to embrace your dreams and work towards a fulfilling future. Join us as we believe we can and make great things happen. Additional Resources: Connect with Nikki Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network

Laurie Shakur's career journey began with her infectious smile lighting up the path from a recruiter, where her radiant positivity and bubbly personality were assets that charmed prospective candidates. However, it was during her transition to an HR manager that Laurie encountered a surprising piece of feedback that would challenge her to adapt her approach: she was told she smiled too much. In this episode, Laurie discusses the impact of positive leadership on individuals, teams, and organizations. From debunking misconceptions about being too nice to highlighting the strategic importance of positivity, she provides actionable strategies and real-world examples of how positive leadership drives teams toward outrageous success. Join us as we uncover the ripple effect of positivity and gain practical tips for fostering a culture of collaboration, gratitude, and growth.

Additional Resources

• Connect with Laurie on LinkedIn
• Learn more about Session AI
• The Power of Positive Leadership, Jon Gordon
• The Happiness Advantage, Shawn Achor
• Positive Leadership: Strategies for Extraordinary Performance, Kim Cameron
• Leaders Eat Last, Simon Sinek
• Primal Leadership, Daniel Goleman
• Marcus Buckingham, Now Discover Your Strengths
• Learn more about PeopleForward Network

Nikki Lewallen Gregory dives into the topic of overcoming the barriers that prevent us from dreaming and pursuing our ideal lives. With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners to design their dreams, Nikki discusses the importance of dreaming and the common blockers that hold us back. She provides practical tools and exercises, such as the "Life Wheel" and "ikigai" concept, to help listeners gain clarity on their dreams and beliefs in themselves. By the end, you'll be equipped to eliminate barriers, define your dream scenario, and believe in your ability to accomplish your dreams. Tune in to learn how to pave the road ahead and confidently step into the future as a leader who moves people forward. Additional Resources: Connect with Nikki Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Learn more about the Life Wheel

Laurie Shakur is deeply passionate about change management and effective communication within organizations. She is driven by a mission to rebuild trust between HR departments and employees, as she strives for improved change management and ongoing communication. In today's episode of 'Putting the HUMAN Back in HR,' she delves deep into the crucial role HR plays in fostering a positive and supportive work environment. Additional Resources: Connect with Laurie on LinkedIn Learn more about Session AI Harvard Business Review Article: Crucial Conversations Learn more about PeopleForward Network

Are you ready to pursue your dreams and lead others to do the same? Nikki Lewallen Gregory shares her journey and WHY for creating this series. Episodes will lead you to take bold action, overcome doubts, and embrace a future filled with possibilities. From learning how to dream to making dreaming a habit, this series will walk you through the successful path to go after those dreams and live the life you envision. Episodes are released once a month.

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With decades of HR Leadership experience, Laurie Shakur, SPHR, SCP knows the ins and outs of the industry and understands that change is imperative. A passionate advocate for building, harmonizing, and improving people-first companies, Laurie is sharing her insight in her new series, Putting the HUMAN Back in Human Resources. This episode takes you on her journey from working in large Global organizations to finding her calling in the startup world. Discover how Laurie's role at Session AI allows her to personally connect with EVERY employee and create a culture of wellness and wellbeing. Laurie shares her WHY for creating this series, highlighting the importance of organizations getting HR "right" at the beginning tune in to learn what you can expect from this series!

Additional Resources

• Connect with Laurie on LinkedIn
• Session AI website
• Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn
• Learn more about PeopleForward Network

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Working Forward, an original podcast from PeopleForward Network, explores advancements in technology, societal + economic shifts, artificial intelligence, remote work, the gig economy, and more to equip listeners with the knowledge and foresight necessary to thrive in an ever-evolving professional landscape. Hosted by thought leaders from around the globe who work in their leadership expertise area, studying and keeping their eye on changes to provide advice on how to prepare and what to do next.