Workplace Innovator Podcast | Enhancing Your Employee Experience | Facility Management | CRE | Digital Workplace Technology

Larry Morgan, CFM, SFP, FMP is Director of Global Facilities Management and Corporate Sustainability Initiatives at SAP where he is a passionate FM leader with decades of experience. As he returns to the show for the first time in over five years, Mike Petrusky asks Larry to share his updated perspectives on the changing landscape of facility management, the impact of COVID-19 on the built environment, and what workplace leaders should be focused on here in 2024. They explore strategies for deliberate decision making, communicating the value of FM initiatives, getting executive sponsorship, and leading our teams. Larry believes that FM professionals must shift from being efficiency-driven to being effectiveness-driven as they adopt a more outside-in perspective, keeping informed about what others in the industry are doing and learning from them. Tune in to get the insights and inspiration you need to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!

Connect with Larry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larryallenmorgan/

Learn more about IFMA: https://www.ifma.org/

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Mike Petrusky recently presented to IFMA's Legal Industry Council about the latest trends discussed on the podcast while highlighting the workplace innovations that leaders must understand to be successful in 2024. He shares his views on the changing world of facility management, the need for inspirational leadership, the value of community, and the role of technology and data in shaping the future of work. Mike has often emphasized the importance of having clear expectations and policies in place to guide employees in hybrid working and he believes that when left to our own devices, many of us may choose the easiest course and miss out on some experiences. Rapid changes in the marketplace are shaping the future of the built environment and FM professionals have a significant role in helping people thrive, so it is time to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!

Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/

Watch Mike's "On My Way To Work" video series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4E39sM-pNaGhLoG0dkM947o

Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/

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Rex Miller is an author and high-performance guru with decades of coaching experience and a passion for bringing teams together to tackle significant challenges and make a real impact on the world. Mike Petrusky asks Rex about his new book, "Genius Spark: Reignite Your Life" and how it might help facility management and workplace leaders unlock their full potential and discover their unique strengths. They discuss how the pandemic has changed the way we approach change management in the workplace and why organizations need to move away from a one-size-fits-all approach. Rex believes that high stress, anxiety-driven environments stifle creativity and leaders must try to create psychologically safe spaces for their teams. Many people have lost connection with what they naturally do best and enjoy most so they must rediscover their intrinsic strengths to regain confidence and resilience. Mike and Rex agree that we should encourage our people to build a culture of curiosity and learning as they inspire you be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!

Connect with Rex on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rexmiller/

Buy the book "Genius Spark: Reignite Your Life": https://www.amazon.com/Genius-Spark-Reignite-Your-Life/dp/1733433430

Subscribe to Rex's Podcast "The Resilience Lab": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-lab/id1615776491

Watch Mike's "On My Way To Work" video series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4E39sM-pNaGhLoG0dkM947o

Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/

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Dean Stanberry, SFP, CFM is the current Chair of IFMA's Global Board of Directors where he is passionate about representing Facility Management and striving to make a difference by applying his collective skills and experience toward advancing the FM profession. On this special podcast crossover episode with the "Connected FM Podcast", the tables are turned as Dean puts Mike Petrusky on the hot seat and asks him about his podcasting journey and views on the future of the built environment. They explore how facility management professionals need to get out of their comfort zone, navigate change and embrace continuous learning if they are to find success in 2024 and beyond. The accelerated adoption of technology and a move towards digitization is essential if the industry wants to achieve its sustainability goals and meet the needs of the people in our facilities. Mike and Dean deliver the music and inspiration you need to be a Workplace Innovator as you grow in your FM career!

Connect with Dean on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanstanberry/

Subscribe to IFMA's "Connected FM Podcast": https://connected-fm.simplecast.com/

Watch the "On My Way To Work" video series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4E39sM-pNaGhLoG0dkM947o

Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/

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Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/

Elizabeth Redmond is Director of Sales & GM, Sensors at R-Zero where she helps clients understand risk, occupancy, utilization, and how to adapt environments to create the best outcomes. Mike Petrusky welcomes Elizabeth back to the show after a few years and many changes to ask about her commitment to climate technology that has a meaningful impact on the reversal of climate change. They explore the growing focus on sustainability and ESG reporting within organizations, with an increased awareness of the need for energy-efficient and healthy buildings. Understanding the real-time air quality and occupancy density in a facility can help optimize energy usage and maintain the healthiness of the building, which is essential today. Mike and Elizabeth agree that 2024 is an exciting time for our industry and they hope to inspire you to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!

Connect with Elizabeth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethredmond/

Learn more about R-Zero: https://rzero.com/

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Alice Fournier is Chief Information Officer at ISS Americas where she executes the technology roadmap for the retail business, workplace technology and internal IT Infrastructure, with a focus on technology as a driver of productivity and business growth. Mike Petrusky asks Alice to share her perspectives on the importance of accepting and driving change, the role of AI and technology in facility management and corporate real estate, and the need to create a workplace experience that matches consumer expectations. They discuss creating a culture that embraces change, the challenges facing facility managers and the opportunity they have to shape the future of the built environment. Alice believes that AI has significant potential for predicting maintenance needs and optimizing asset lifecycles, but it requires clean, trustworthy, and available data. Mike and Alice agree that employee experiences need to mimic our seamless personal tech and they offer advice to help you deliver on expectations and be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!

Connect with Alice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-fournier/

Learn more about ISS A/S: https://www.issworld.com/en

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Anthony Parzanese is Senior Vice President and Global Head of Real Estate & Workplace Evolution at Dow Jones where he is passionate about delivering employee-centric services that enable the "moments that matter" at work. Mike Petrusky welcomes Anthony back to the show after two years to catch up on his new role and explore how the pandemic has shifted the balance between working from home and the office. They discuss how the physical workplace plays a significant role in building a company's culture and fostering employee engagement while encouraging FM and CRE leaders to share ideas and make sure their voices are heard. Anthony believes that utilization data has become more accessible, allowing for quicker, better informed decisions and he explains how the integration of internal systems can provide a more holistic view of the workplace. Listen to discover the practical advice and inspiration you need to be a Workplace Innovator in 2024!

Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyparzanese/

Learn more about Dow Jones: https://www.dowjones.com/

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Vik Bangia, MCR is CEO of Verum Consulting where he is a Corporate Real Estate & Facilities Management Outsourcing Advisor and advocate for the employee-centric workplace. Mike Petrusky asks Vik how to create more employee-centric, role-specific hybrid models that replace unpopular one-size-fits-all return-to-office mandates. They explore a holistic view of work and the workplace and agree that work-life balance is not a seesaw but rather an integration of different aspects of one's life, including our work. Vik believes that the balance of power is shifting with employees now having a say in how much time they need to spend in the office to get their work done and he shares data showing that employee engagement increases when work policies are determined collaboratively, rather than being mandated. Mike and Vik offer practical advice to help you create a bespoke, customized experience for your employees as they seek to inspire you to be a Workplace Innovator in 2024!

Connect with Vik on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vik-bangia-mcr-0b54522/

Learn more about Verum Consulting: https://verumconsulting.com/

Watch the full hour-long video with Mike and Vik: https://lp.eptura.com/webinar-balancing-the-work-life-equation.html

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Rebecca Swanner is a Workplace Design Leader and Associate Principal at HED where she has a passion for interior design while "Advancing Your World". Mike Petrusky asks Rebecca about her perspectives on hybrid working with a focus on creating spaces and strategies that will allow people to thrive in the workplace. They explore how leaders can improve wellbeing by asking the right questions to employees and being open to the answers, even if they're not what the company wants to hear. Rebecca sees activity-based design gaining momentum and believes technology has a significant role to play in facilitating seamless collaboration in hybrid work settings. Mike and Rebecca agree that this is a great opportunity for facility management and workplace professionals and they offer inspiration to help you be a Workplace Innovator for your team in 2024!

Connect with Rebecca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-swanner-b8a9a55/

Learn more about HED: https://www.hed.design/

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Derek Newberry is Head of Organization and Culture Design at co:collective and co-author of the book "The Culture Puzzle: Harnessing the Forces That Drive Your Organization's Success" which offers a proven model for identifying and leveraging the essential elements of any culture. Mike Petrusky asks Derek about his passion for helping organizations thrive by defining their core purpose, strategic vision, and cultural values while they explore the role of the workplace in 2024. They discuss the challenges of disconnection and fragmentation inside organizations and wonder if in-person office experiences might help foster better collaboration. Mike and Derek agree that flexibility is essential, but also see the value of creating an attractive workplace that provides spaces that support creativity, personal connections and inspirational events. Storytelling, relationship-building, and encouraging bottom-up innovation are key principles to help you create a great culture, and enable you to be a Workplace Innovator for your organization!

Connect with Derek on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekonewberry/

Learn more about co:collective: https://cocollective.com/

Order Derek's book: https://www.amazon.com/Culture-Puzzle-Harnessing-Organizations-Success/dp/1523091827

Explore the latest Eptura Workplace Index Report: https://lp.eptura.com/content-eptura-workplace-index-Q3.html

Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/

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Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/