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

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Leni Rivera is an author, industry advocate and owner of WorkplaceXperience Consulting where she is passionate about empowering workplace professionals around the world with the profound ability to change lives, communities, and companies, through physical environments that allow everyone to thrive. She is also creator of the Workplace Experience Training Program, which brings together all workplace functions under a single learning platform, so Mike Petrusky asks Leni to share her vision for the workplace, the importance of human connection, and the role of technology in enhancing workplace experience. They explore the future of the office, the changing expectations of employees, and how unification of all workplace functions is necessary for creating seamless, cohesive, and effective workplace experiences. Leni's enthusiasm is contagious and will inspire you to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!

Connect with Leni on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leni-rivera-0286ba15/

Learn more about WorkplaceXperience Consulting: www.WorkplaceXperience.net

Find Leni's Training Program: www.WorkplaceExperienceTraining.com

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Kay Sargent is Senior Principal and Director of WorkPlace at HOK where she is a recognized expert on workplace design and strategy issues. Kay is responsible for helping clients redefine how, when and where their people work, working in tandem to support a holistic design approach that integrates an organization's people, processes and technology. Mike Petrusky welcomes Kay back to the show for a candid discussion about the challenges and opportunities facing workplace leaders as they balance the needs of individuals while creating spaces and strategies that also build teams and a thriving culture. They revisit some of Kay's past predictions, offer practical advice for facility management professionals, and discuss how future generations can be successful in the workplace. On this fast-paced episode you will discover ways that you can be a workplace innovator in your organization!

Connect with Kay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-sargent-53b2431/

Learn more about HOK: https://www.hok.com/

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Ryan Anderson is Host of the "Looking Forward" Podcast and Vice President of Global Research & Insights at MillerKnoll where he leads a globally-distributed team of researchers, interior designers, and workplace strategists responsible for the generation, sharing, and application of insights to create places that positively affect the world. Mike Petrusky asks Ryan to share his priorities for 2024 and beyond as they explore how offices can become the preferred choice in a world where people can work anywhere. Ryan believes in the importance of inclusive design and is energized by the renewed emphasis on creating spaces that really work for employees by delivering better employee experiences. Tune in to hear Mike and Ryan discuss the power of conversations with their shared industry connections and be inspired by the prospect of a brighter future for offices including practical tips to help you be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!

Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryaningr/

Learn more about MillerKnoll: https://www.millerknoll.com/

Listen to Ryan's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/49Bed76BOgqqjCpWAMaeiY

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Katy Redmond, MCR is Co-Lead for IPS Americas & Brokerage Tech Sector Lead at JLL where she is passionate about helping organizations with practical and innovative strategies for connecting "people, place and profit". Mike Petrusky asks Katy for an update on her role at JLL and they explore how we can embrace technology and innovation to enhance the way real estate and facility management professionals work and improve their decision-making processes. They highlight the impact of A.I. and other related technologies in driving efficiencies, speed and ultimately your success in the industry. Katy shares the top five things that matter most to corporate occupiers today including return to the office strategies, sustainability, and talent retention. Mike and Katy agree that we should never stop learning and they share the value of IFMA and CoreNet for our personal and professional growth. Listen to get a better understanding about how FM tech tools and the power of data analytics can help you be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!

Connect with Katy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-redmond-mcr-045a302/

Learn more about JLL: https://www.us.jll.com/

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Kate Lister is President at Global Workplace Analytics where she is passionate about helping employers develop, deploy, and measure the results of remote and hybrid workplace strategies. Mike Petrusky invited Kate to join him on the show just days after returning from Denver, CO where they both took part in "The Big Debate: Which way should the pendulum swing?" with the Workplace Evolutionaries community. They agreed to take a more thoughtful, nuanced approach when discussing the impact of remote work and acknowledged that the problem facing companies is NOT a binary one and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Mike and Kate took a deeper dive into the challenges brought up in the debate, including the difficulty in measuring the impact of remote work on productivity, innovation, culture, and engagement. Kate believes that the evolution of work is just beginning and she challenges workplace leaders to remain curious, open to new ideas, and willing to experiment. Mike and Kate both emphasized the importance of adaptability and continuous learning, especially for facility management professionals, as they navigate the future of work and seek to be a Workplace Innovator in their organizations!

Connect with Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/klister/

Learn more about GWA: https://globalworkplaceanalytics.com/

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Yitsy Montano is Manager of Workplace Strategy & Programs at UKG where she is passionate about process improvement, innovation, and using technology to deliver workplace initiatives with a concierge and hospitality mindset. Mike Petrusky hosted Yitsy for a live broadcast about "Meeting Business and Employee Needs Through Human Connection" where they explored the future of the workplace, the importance of employee experience, the role of data in decision-making, and how to foster community within our teams. They discussed the trends in desk bookings, as reported in Eptura's brand new Workplace Index - Q2, and they emphasized the importance of facilitating social connections and creating a productive work environment by cultivating freedom and collaboration in the workplace. Check out these highlights from the live event for practical advice that will inspire you to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!

Connect with Yitsy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yitsymontano/

Learn more about UKG: https://www.ukg.com/

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Dr. Patrick Simon is Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company where he is focused on recent organizational transformations made by companies including the importance of human-centered leadership and the disconnect between what employers think their employees want and what they actually want. Mike Petrusky asks Patrick to discuss McKinsey's global report on "The State of Organizations 2023", which outlines the greatest challenges that impact an organizations' ability to attract and retain talent, work efficiently, and achieve growth and other performance goals. They explore key findings in the report about hybrid working models, advancing our capabilities, and how leaders need to be self-aware, inspiring, and communicative with their people. Mike and Patrick agree that the role of facility managers will be significant in shaping the future of work and they offer ideas for reinventing the workplace as they seek to inspire you to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!

Connect with Patrick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-patrick-simon/

Download the McKinsey report "The State of Organizations 2023: Ten Shifts Transforming Organizations": https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/people-and-organizational-performance/our-insights/the-state-of-organizations-2023

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Tania Luna is a psychology researcher, educator and author of the book "Lead Together: Stop Squirreling Away Power and Build a Better Team" in which she tells a story about the concepts of power, leadership, and the impact of shared decision-making in the workplace. Mike Petrusky asks Tania to discuss her research, leadership experiences, and the four principles of sharing power including how we can "rely on context, not control". Tania believes that leaders must clarify the "why" rather than dictating the "how" and advises that when people have context, they have the information they need to take action and make good decisions. Mike and Tania explore how these concepts apply to the power struggle between leadership and employees in our post-pandemic workplace and they offer practical advice for facility management leaders as they seek to navigate changing office dynamics. Listen to this conversation for ideas that will inspire you to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!

Connect with Tania on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taniadluna/

Buy the book "Lead Together: Stop Squirreling Away Power and Build a Better Team": https://www.amazon.com/dp/151077646X/ref=tsm_1_fb_lk

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Noelle Mykolenko is CEO at Trusted Advisor Associates where she is passionate about helping organizations grow through deepening trust relationships and Geoff Snavely is Vice President & General Manager at milliCare by EBC where he is impassioned by building trust-based customer relationships through a consultative approach. Mike Petrusky asks Noelle and Geoff to share practical advice for workplace leaders hoping to navigate the tensions between return to office policies and workforce demands for flexibility. They explore the importance of trust in professional relationships, the principles of trust, and how trust can be scaled within organizations. Building a culture of trust in the workplace requires both personal commitment from employees and organizational commitment to alleviate concerns, improve communication, and create a more conducive working environment. Listen to this discussion and you will be inspired to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!

Connect with Noelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noellemykolenko/

Connect with Geoff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffsnavelymillicare/

Learn more about Trusted Advisor Associates: https://trustedadvisor.com/

Learn more about Geoff's book: https://disruptivediscovery.com/ Join the "October Trust and Trustworthiness Mini-Workshop": https://education.trustedadvisor.com/courses/october-trust-and-trustworthiness-mini-workshop

Explore the latest Eptura Workplace Index Report: https://lp.eptura.com/content-eptura-workplace-index-Q2.html

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

Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/

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