Podcasting as Leadership
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
**Podcasting as Leadership and Cultural Stewardship** Podcasting isn’t just a marketing tool for me—it’s a form of leadership and cultural stewardship. I’ve learned since 2021 that holding the mic comes with real ethical responsibility. I’m not just shaping conversations; I’m shaping culture. What I choose to amplify, who I invite, and how I edit all have long-term impact. **How I Choose and Work With Guests** I’m a big believer in trust and long-term relationships. I follow people for years, watching for consistency and authenticity before I invite them on. Cold...
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Skills Based Hiring: Is What You Can Do Who You Are?
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
Summary: Skill-Based Job Setups, AI, Identity, and Team Dynamics 1. AI and Skill Identification in Organizations AI-Driven Talent Management: Organizations are increasingly using AI to analyze employee data, identify hidden skills, and match people to new roles or projects. This helps optimize workforce deployment and supports upskilling initiatives. Benefits: AI enables more efficient talent placement, better prediction of future skill needs, and proactive workforce development. Concerns: Reliance on AI raises privacy issues and...
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Hope & Possibilities: A Love Letter to the Future of Work 2025
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
#MadeInCanada Key Themes and Ideas As I reflect on my podcast, "Hope & Possibilities: A Love Letter to the Future of Work," I am excited to share the key themes and ideas that will guide our journey in 2025. This podcast, previously known as "The Janus Oasis" and then "Hybrid Remote Center of Excellence," is undergoing its third rebranding, driven by a desire for a more concise and evocative name, a deeper exploration of the future of work, and a shift to solo episodes. Rebranding and Rationale I chose the new name to align with my existing newsletters on LinkedIn and Substack,...
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Redefining Workplace Trust: Nola Simon's Approach to Hybrid and Remote Work
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
Made in Canada.
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Small Town, Big Impact: Revolutionizing Social Media Marketing from Rural Nova Scotia
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
Made in Canada Putting the Social in Social Media from a Remote, Rural Location in Canada In this episode of the Hybrid Remote Center of Excellence podcast, host Nola Simon interviews Ingrid Deon, an award-winning entrepreneur who runs a world-class marketing agency from rural Nova Scotia. Discover how Ingrid built her successful business and created local jobs in a small town, overcoming challenges and leveraging the power of authentic social media engagement. **Key Highlights:** - Ingrid's journey from single mom to CEO of a marketing agency - Building a business in rural Nova Scotia and...
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Exploring Generalist World with Milly Tamati
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
Made in Canada Episode Title: Exploring the Generalist World with Milly Tamati Episode Introduction Join host Nola Simon as she interviews Milly Tamati, founder of Generalist World. Discover Milly's journey from New Zealand to building a thriving global community of generalists and learn about her innovative approach to career development. Guest Information Milly Tamati is the founder of Generalist World, a community dedicated to people with diverse skills. She has a background in teaching, startup ventures, and community building. Connect with Milly on LinkedIn. Timestamps and Key Topics...
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Say What They Can't Unhear - Tamsen Webster
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
Say What They Can't Unhear with Tamsen Webster In this episode, host Nola Simon interviews Tamsen Webster about her new book "Say What They Can't Unhear" and discusses effective messaging strategies for driving change. Key topics covered: Tamsen's background as a message designer and "English to English translator" The importance of understanding deep beliefs when trying to inspire change How to find common ground and build on existing beliefs rather than challenging them The "smart, capable, and good" approach to empathy in communication Why the "deepest beliefs are hardest to shift" and how...
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Community with Rosie Sherry
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
Show Notes: Building Community with Rosie Sherry In this episode, Nola Simon interviews Rosie Sherry, a community expert and founder of Ministry of Testing and Rosieland. Key Topics: - Rosie's journey into community building, starting with local tech meetups in Brighton - The growth of Ministry of Testing from a small project to a global community - Challenges and opportunities in running in-person conferences post-pandemic - Creating inclusive spaces for introverts and neurodivergent individuals at events - The impact of AI on online communities and content moderation - Building custom...
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Hilke Schellmann - The Algorithm: How AI Decides Who Gets Hired, Monitored, Promoted & Fired & Why We Need to Fight Back Now
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
This conversation features an interview with Hilke Schellman, author of "The Algorithm: How AI Decides Who Gets Hired, Monitored, Promoted, Fired, and Why We Need to Fight Back Now." The host, Nola Simon, shares her personal experiences and concerns about AI in hiring processes, which led her to Schellmann's work. Key points discussed include: The increasing use of AI in hiring processes, especially for high-turnover positions. Potential biases and inaccuracies in AI hiring tools, such as: Favoring certain names or keywords unrelated to job performance Misinterpreting data and making...
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AI in Hiring: The Promise, Perils, and Unintended Consequences
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
This conversation features an interview with Hilke Schellman, author of "The Algorithm: How AI Decides Who Gets Hired, Monitored, Promoted, Fired, and Why We Need to Fight Back Now." The host, Nola Simon, shares her personal experiences and concerns about AI in hiring processes, which led her to Schellmann's work. Key points discussed include: The increasing use of AI in hiring processes, especially for high-turnover positions. Potential biases and inaccuracies in AI hiring tools, such as: Favoring certain names or keywords unrelated to job performance Misinterpreting data and making...
info_outlineI first connected with Gavin because I noticed he was born in Keswick, UK. I live in Keswick, Ontario, Canada. They are spelled the same but pronounced differently. This is known as affinity bias - I notice something about you that is similar to my own experience. It's a tiny story that connects.
Gavin and I both love the power of storytelling. It's essential for the future of work and key to distributed work (hybrid/remote).
I'd go as far as to say it's the future of leadership.
Gavin McMahon
Gavin partners with clients to create tailored learning programs. He is rumored to build and run practical, entertaining workshops. He leads the development of newfangled leadership and customer experience products.
Gavin's early career crosses the defense, automotive, publishing, and technology industries. He worked in engineering, strategy, and senior product development roles.
Gavin graduated from UCLAN with a B(Eng) Hons. in Mechanical Engineering. He served as a platoon commander after graduating from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.
After a short stint in the defense industry and working in Africa, Gavin made a career change. A Sainsbury Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering, he went on to study at Institute Theseus in France. There, he graduated with an MBA in Innovation, Strategy & Information Technology.
Gavin was a founding member of the London Business School’s i:Lab. There he co-wrote the case study: Netscape Communications Corporation. One of the first digital case studies, Netscape charted the rise of the first Internet giant. The case featured in MBA and executive education programs at Harvard, London Business School, and INSEAD.
Gavin is a proud father of two very handsome basset hounds (and kids).
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