Human Capital Leadership
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Maximize your personal and #OrganizationalPotential with the Human Capital Leadership podcast! We’re your source for personal, professional, and #OrganizationalGrowth and development. We share our own original #Research, explore #IndustryTrends, and interview executives and thought leaders from across the globe. Join us for practitioner-oriented content around all things #Leadership, #HR, #TalentManagement, #OrganizationalDevelopment, and #ChangeManagement.
Episodes
- Stop Managing Employee Behavior. Design Systems That Drive It, with Dustin Snyder
Dustin Snyder joins Dr. Jonathan H. Westover on the Human Capital Leadership podcast to discuss his book, "Sink or SWIM: Stop Managing Employee Behavior. Design Systems That Drive It." They delve into his diagnostic methodology for organiz…
- How to Push Through the Fears of Being a Leader, with Adrian Koehler
In this episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover and Adrian Koehler discuss overcoming the fears associated with leadership. Adrian Koehler shares his expertise on authentic leadership, helping leaders achieve transformative outcomes and meaningf…
- Employee Well-being and Engagement, with Amy Spurling
In this episode of Human Capital Leadership, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover speaks with Amy Spurling, Founder and CEO of Compt, a company specializing in Lifestyle Spending Accounts. They discuss enhancing employee well-being and engagement thro…
- What's Fundamentally Broken about Employee Surveys and What to do About It, with Jake Mealy
Jake Mealy joins Dr. Jonathan H. Westover on Human Capital Leadership to discuss the fundamental issues with current employee surveys and propose improvements. Mealy, an expert in people analytics and AI, shares insights on leveraging data…
- Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go, with Julie Winkle Giulioni
In this episode of Human Capital Leadership, host Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Julie Winkle Giulioni, author and workplace growth expert, discussing her books "Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go" and "Promotions Are So Yesterday." Giul…
- The People Dividend, with Mike Horne
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover speaks with Mike Horne, author of "The People Dividend," about his extensive experience in global corporate Human Resources and Organization Development, focusing on empowering leaders and driving innovation.
- Strategy Alignment and Leadership, with Anthony Taylor
In this episode of Human Capital Leadership, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover speaks with Anthony Taylor, CEO of SME Strategy, about strategy alignment and leadership. Taylor shares his extensive experience facilitating strategy sessions for diver…
- The Future of Leadership Development, with Robert Hargrove
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover speaks with Robert Hargrove, founder of Masterful Coaching and a global authority on leadership and coaching, about the future of leadership development. Hargrove is known for his innovative coaching approach and w…
- How Employee Ownership Helps Our Committees Work Better, with Bret Boudreaux
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Bret Boudreaux, Director of Recruitment and Retention at BL Companies, about the impact of employee ownership on company committees. They discuss Boudreaux's experience in recruitment and his leadership…
- Navigating Employee Relations in the Modern World of Work, with Jason Greer
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover speaks with Jason Greer, an expert in labor management and employee relations, about navigating these issues in the modern world of work. Greer Consulting, Inc. is based in St. Louis.
- I Respectfully Disagree: How to Have Difficult Conversations in a Divided World, with Justin Jones-Fosu
This episode features Dr. Jonathan H. Westover and Justin Jones-Fosu discussing Jones-Fosu's book, "I Respectfully Disagree: How to Have Difficult Conversations in a Divided World." Jones-Fosu shares insights on fostering meaningful work,…
- The New Executive Skill Set Required for 2026 and Beyond, with Carol Zizzo
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Carol Zizzo, CEO of Henley Leadership Group, about the essential executive skills for 2026 and beyond. Zizzo emphasizes a whole systems approach to leadership development, aiming for professional growth…
- Conscious Leadership and Resilience, with Irene Riad
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover speaks with Irene Riad, an executive and organizational culture coach, about conscious leadership and resilience. Riad discusses her work in success mindset, trauma recovery, and Jungian psychology, focusing on min…
- How Companies Can Operationalize Agility for All Teams, with Juan Betancourt
Juan Betancourt, CEO of Humantelligence, shares insights on operationalizing agility for all teams. He discusses revolutionizing productivity, motivation, and employee retention, drawing from his experience in the software industry and wit…
- YOUR EGO IS SHOWING, with Christie Garcia
In this episode of Human Capital Leadership, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Christie Garcia, author and founder of Mindful Choice. They discuss Garcia's book, "YOUR EGO IS SHOWING," and its insights into ego management for achieving a…
- Employee Experience Design, with Dean E. Carter
Dean E. Carter discusses employee experience design with Dr. Jonathan H. Westover. Carter is the CEO at Instill.ai and co-author of the book EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE DESIGN, bringing over 20 years of executive experience from companies like Pat…
- Balancing Team Dynamics and Leadership, with Captain Kelly J. Gordon
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Captain Kelly J. Gordon, discussing the balance between team dynamics and leadership. Captain Gordon shares her background, from growing up on a farm to becoming a respected motor yacht captain and publi…
- Embracing Feminine Leadership in Business, with Layla El Khadri
Layla El Khadri, founder of She Leads, shares her decade of experience in guiding women to embrace feminine leadership, tap into their power, and build mission-driven businesses.
- Building Highly Engaged Teams in Today's Performance-Focused Environment, with Dr. Roger A. Gerard
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Dr. Roger A. Gerard on strategies for building highly engaged teams within a performance-focused business environment. They discuss leadership development, lean methodologies, and organizational improvem…
- How Work Has Shifted Over the Past Decade and Workflow Redesign to Accommodate, with Anant Sood
Anant Sood joins Dr. Jonathan H. Westover on Human Capital Leadership to discuss the evolution of work over the past decade and the necessary redesign of workflows. Sood shares insights from his experience in startups and partnerships at w…
- Leaders' Role in Promoting and Supporting Inclusion and Belonging, with Alida Miranda-Wolff
Alida Miranda-Wolff joins Dr. Jonathan H. Westover on Human Capital Leadership to discuss the role of leaders in fostering inclusion and belonging within organizations. Miranda-Wolff is a DEIB practitioner and author focused on building in…
- Hidden Tensions between U.S. Employers and Employees, with Matthew Dietly
Matthew Dietly joins Dr. Jonathan H. Westover on Human Capital Leadership to explore the hidden tensions between U.S. employers and employees. Dietly shares insights from his career in consulting and tech, emphasizing a human-centric appro…
- The Future of Social Impact Investing: Trends and Opportunities, with Shahar Botzer
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Shahar Botzer, co-founder and managing partner at Good Company, discussing the future of social impact investing, including current trends and opportunities in areas like Digital Health, Education, Energ…
- The Definitive Guide to Corporate Learning, with Jordan Hammerstad
Jordan Hammerstad discusses The Definitive Guide to Corporate Learning report from The Josh Bersin Company with Dr. Jonathan H. Westover. Hammerstad, Associate Director of Research at The Josh Bersin Company, focuses on L&D innovation, dyn…
- Work Life Balance and Employee Well Being, with Lee Rubin
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Lee Rubin about work-life balance and employee well-being. Rubin, an experienced culture leader, discusses her background in corporate events and pioneering virtual team building.
- Creating a Sense of Community in a Highly-Fragmented Workplace and World, with Jamie Ramsden
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover speaks with Jamie Ramsden, CEO & Founder at Adastra Leadership, about fostering a sense of community within a highly-fragmented modern workplace and world. Ramsden, an Executive Leadership Coach and author, shares…
- Relationship Currency: Five Communication Habits for Limitless Influence and Business Success, with Ravi Rajani
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Ravi Rajani, an expert in communication and storytelling, on the topic of relationship currency. They explore five communication habits that can lead to greater influence and business success, drawing fr…
- Becoming a Change Ninja, with Tammy Watchorn
In this episode of Human Capital Leadership, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Tammy Watchorn, an expert in change management. Watchorn shares her "Change Ninja" methodology, developed through public sector experience, which uses subtle…
- PERMISSION TO BE YOU: Discover Your Purpose And Passions To Bring Your Best Self To Everything – And Everyone, with Alaina Love
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Alaina Love about her book, "Permission to Be You." Love, CEO of Purpose Linked Consulting, shares insights on finding purpose and passion to foster productive workplaces and personal well-being.
- Leveraging Talent to Win in the Future of Work, with Johnathan Grzybowski
In this episode of Human Capital Leadership, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover and Johnathan Grzybowski discuss how organizations can leverage talent to succeed in the future of work. Grzybowski is the co-founder of Penji, a creative talent service.
- Effectively Leading Diverse Teams, with Kathryn Landis
Kathryn Landis shares strategies for effectively leading diverse teams with Dr. Jonathan H. Westover. Landis focuses on empowering growth-minded leaders and teams through executive coaching and development training.
- The Importance of Empathetic Leadership in the Modern World of Work, with Ashlie Marshall
Ashlie Marshall joins Dr. Jonathan H. Westover to explore empathetic leadership
- Amazon HR Cuts Signal Dangerous Trend Across Corporate America, with Erin DeVito
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Erin DeVito about how Amazon's HR cuts indicate a broader, concerning trend in Corporate America. DeVito shares her experience in designing people-centric learning experiences and navigating organization…
- Creating a Magnetic Culture in Your Organization, with Cyndi Wenninghoff
Cyndi Wenninghoff, Director of Employee Success at Quantum Workplace, discusses strategies for building a magnetic organizational culture with Dr. Jonathan H. Westover. Her experience spans HR roles in advertising, insurance, and technolog…
- How Companies Can Tap into the Humanity of their People in the Era of AI, with Lauren Tropeano
In this episode of Human Capital Leadership, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Lauren Tropeano, Chief People Officer at Docebo, about integrating human elements into business strategies amidst the rise of AI. Tropeano shares her extensiv…
- Integrating Empathetic Leadership into Your Strategies, with Jevon Wooden
Jevon Wooden shares insights on integrating empathetic leadership into business strategies in this episode of Human Capital Leadership with Dr. Jonathan H. Westover. Wooden, an expert in emotional intelligence and DISC, focuses on building…
- How Executive Coaching Will Impact HR in the Future, with Jeremy Robinson
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover speaks with Jeremy Robinson about the future impact of executive coaching on HR. Robinson details his extensive career, including coaching diverse leaders and expanding into team and group coaching.
- LEAD TO BEAT: The Leadership Rhythm That Shapes Tomorrow, with Jonathan Escobar Marin
Jonathan Escobar Marin discusses his book "LEAD TO BEAT: The Leadership Rhythm That Shapes Tomorrow" with Dr. Jonathan H. Westover. Marin shares his extensive experience in bridging strategy and execution for major corporations worldwide.
- Creating a Supportive Environment for Organizational Change, with Mindy Vail
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover speaks with Mindy Vail about fostering a supportive atmosphere during organizational change. Vail, an expert in leadership development, draws on her extensive experience and her book, "The Mindshift Effect."
- How To Evolve Your Style When Your Team, Culture, or Market Changes, with James Davies
James Davies, CEO of Kinetic Data, shares insights on how leaders can evolve their style in response to shifts in their team, organizational culture, or market dynamics. He emphasizes a people-first, transparent approach to leadership and…
- Developing Your Strengths to Create a Positive Change, with Josefine Campbell
Josefine Campbell discusses with Dr. Jonathan H. Westover how to develop strengths to create positive change. Campbell is an executive coach and speaker who helps leaders and companies unlock their potential using data-driven insights and…
- THE POWER TO PERSIST: 8 Simple Habits To Build Lifelong Resilience, with Lamell J. McMorris
This episode features Dr. Jonathan H. Westover in conversation with Lamell J. McMorris about his book, "THE POWER TO PERSIST: 8 Simple Habits To Build Lifelong Resilience." McMorris shares insights from his background as an entrepreneur an…
- Enhancing Development and Employee Engagement within Your Team, with Stephanie Van Meter
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Stephanie Van Meter, COO at Ammunition, about enhancing talent development and employee engagement. Stephanie discusses her leadership experience, focusing on teamwork, communication, and organizational…
- G-P's 2025 World at Work Report and the Outlook for 2026, with Laura Maffucci
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Laura Maffucci, G-P's Head of HR, to discuss findings from G-P's 2025 World at Work Report and the outlook for 2026. Maffucci emphasizes a people-first approach, diversity of thought, and the importance…
- Performance Management, Workplace Dynamics, and Employer Liabilities, with Mark F. Kluger
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover discusses performance management, workplace dynamics, and employer liabilities with guest Mark F. Kluger. Kluger, an employment lawyer, shares insights on sexual harassment avoidance, discrimination, diversity, and…
- People Management in the Age of AI: The Rise of the Supermanager, with Julia Bersin
In this episode of Human Capital Leadership, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover discusses the Josh Bersin Company report, "People Management in the Age of AI: The Rise of the Supermanager," with Julia Bersin. Bersin shares insights on how AI is tran…
- Psychological Safety and Why is it Essential for an Inclusive Workplace, with Sacha Thompson
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Sacha Thompson, founder of The Equity Equation, about the essential role of psychological safety in creating an inclusive workplace. Thompson shares insights from her extensive experience in education, n…
- How Nonprofit Leaders Can Engage and Develop Employees, Despite a Lack of Resources, with Chris Wong
Chris Wong shares insights with Dr. Jonathan H. Westover on how nonprofit leaders can engage and develop their employees despite resource constraints. Wong, an experienced executive coach and therapist, specializes in helping purpose-drive…
- The Role of Apprenticeships in Preparing the Future Workforce, with Jennifer Carlson
In this episode of Human Capital Leadership, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover interviews Jennifer Carlson, CEO of Apprenti. They explore how apprenticeships are crucial for training the future workforce, particularly in addressing shortages of tec…
- Why the Workplace Needs More Fun, with Alexandria Agresta
Dr. Jonathan H. Westover speaks with Alexandria Agresta, the World's First DJing Speaker, about infusing fun into the workplace. Agresta advocates for transforming workplaces into 'WOWplaces' that foster creativity and bold leadership.