Balance Integration Podcast

On today's show we welcome Karen Weeks, who is currently the VP of People at OrderGroove and also an Adjunct Faculty Instructor at Baruch College. Topics include: Karen's background and how it ties into her present work. The concept of self-belief and the idea of faking it. How improv theatre exercises can translate into different professional scenarios. Reasons why people so often struggle to work together. How culture plays out in reality versus initial intention. A look at Karen's lifestyle and how she balances her personal and professional needs. Some scheduling tips and preferences from Karen. Karen's evaluation of current workplace trends. The importance of self-care and taking time for yourself. Finding your way own way to peace of mind And much more! Bio: Karen Weeks is an industry leader in the fields of human resource and talent. She is the VP of People at OrderGroove. Her passion for change management and workforce planning has led to a huge amount of experience and success in her field. This al

On today's show we welcome Mary Miller, an entrepreneur coach, Lifetime Achiever Award winner and the CEO and Co-owner of Jancoa, an award-winning janitorial services company based in Cincinnati Ohio. Topics include: Find out why Mary left her job in sales and became an entrepreneur. How asking questions and listening created a switch in Mary's business. Why Mary started offering her employees health insurance and vacation pay. The value of solving other people's problems in order to solve your own. How Mary financed her fundamental company changes from desperation mode. What has influenced Mary and her husband's unique approach to management. Bankrupt, divorced twice and unemployed: Mary's struggles at age nineteen. Discover how Mary changed the course of her life and started seeking. Why Mary believes the best opportunities comes from the ugliest obstacles. The culture of caring created by Jancoa's Dream Manager program. How free time and focus days can increase productivity and energy. And much more! Bio

On today's show we welcome David Siegel, CEO of Investopedia, the largest finance and investing education site. Topics include: How David's illustrious ride to the C-suite actually began in HR. The importance of having a sense of humility on your career path. Defining corporate culture; focusing on the core values that matter most. Bureaucratic silos—are the big legacy companies actually changing? Why it is important to focus on the root causes rather than the symptoms. Finding a work-life balance by simply being extremely well-organized. Creating efficiency by understanding your weaknesses. Unhealthy ambition—the downfalls of being a high-performer. How a willingness to fail can inoculate you against the fear of failure. Staying connected to what it means for you to live a fulfilled life. Bio: David Siegel is a digital media executive with over 18 years of experience leading organizations through innovative product development, rapid revenue growth and traffic acceleration. He is the CEO of Investopedia,

On today's show we welcome Frans Johannson, the author of The Medici Effect and The Click Moment, an entrepreneur, acclaimed international speaker, thought leader and CEO of The Medici Group. Topics include: Why our current relationship to work is no longer sustainable. How Frans' diverse background informed his worldview. Why all good stories start with pancakes. Are we teaching or re-awakening creativity? The importance of context in fostering creativity. When imperfection gets in the way of progress. How we can begin to speak up? What fight are you prepared to take on? How creativity correlates with love at work? Why we cannot postpone happiness. How diversity and inclusion impacts innovation. Bio: Frans Johannson is the author of The Medici Effect and The Click Moment, an entrepreneur, and acclaimed international speaker. He has inspired readers and audiences worldwide with his ideas on leadership, success, innovation and diversity. In his role as a thought leader and CEO of The Medici Group, Frans has