Be Remarkable - Adapting to the Current Leadership Crisis - Karen Ferris
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
Release Date: 08/06/2024
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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Tonight The Music Seems So Loud - Liam Payne and The Future of Music
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
**Hope & Possibilities Podcast: "Find Yourself In" – Episode Summary** **Host:** Nola Simon **Theme:** Music Industry, Fame, and the Future of Work --- ### **Key Discussion Points** 1. **Liam Payne & George Michael: Parallels in Fame and Tragedy** - Liam Payne’s unexpected death at 31 (October 2024) and its connection to George Michael’s legacy. - The emotional impact of witnessing Payne’s death through viral, unfiltered imagery and its parallels to public grief over George Michael’s passing in 2016. ...
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The Story of My Life: Liam Payne and the Future of the Music Industry
Hope & Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
Show Notes: Exploring the Music Industry and Fandom Introduction Personal Reflection: I'm still grappling with the news of Liam Payne's passing on October 16th, 2024. As a son, brother, father, and renowned singer, his impact on those who loved him is undeniable. I'm Nola Simon, host of the Hope and Possibilities podcast, and I'm already getting emotional as I reflect on his life and career. Personal Connection: I grew up loving George Michael and Wham!, and when George Michael passed away on Christmas in 2016, my daughter broke the news to me, and I couldn't help but cry. I hadn't...
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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...
info_outlineKaren Ferris asked me to blurb her new book Be Remarkable. This is the first time I've been asked to do this for anyone so this podcast episode logically followed. Karen has the honour of being the only guest I've invited to the podcast twice. She's very vocal in talking about the leadership crisis that exists now and this book provides useful resources to help immediately.
This is the blurb I wrote:
“Are you looking for a practical guide to help you navigate the ever-evolving world of work? Look no further than Karen’s new book, which provides a human approach to work that is future-focused, effective, and feels good. Using a memorable acronym (R.E.M.A.R.K.A.B.L.E), Karen’s book is a valuable resource for leaders and employees alike. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this book will help you develop the mindset you need to succeed in today’s fast-paced world. Mindset is everything and leaders at all levels who want to be remarkable will be well served by this thoughtful and practical book. I highly recommend reading and applying Karen’s teachings. An ever-evolving workforce and nonstop change means that ongoing learning is the key to success. This book is a great resource for a world of work faced with disruption.”
The main call to action comes from this quote in the book:
"Leaders may need to be agile, highly entrepreneurial, socially conscious, and digitally savvy. They must lead through ambiguity and uncertainty, managing a diverse workforce. They must possess cognitive flexibility and be innovative, adaptive, and collaborative."
Yes, please.
Listen as we discuss the leaders journey, the learn-unlearn-relearn cycle and how leadership needs to change in order to adapt to the current moment and to pave the way for a better future of work.
If you want to order from Karen directly to claim the 15% discount, use the code MINDSET on her website shop. Shipping from Australia can be expensive so please keep this in mind.
Find Karen on LinkedIn or her website.
Our previous episode was called A Rebel with a Cause.