Join Jason for an inspiring conversation with Greg Pryor, the Co-founder at Connected Commons.

In this episode, Greg explains the powerful applications of social network science to fuel organizational success and employee engagement. Greg shares strategies for leveraging Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) to improve onboarding, accelerate career growth, and enhance overall workplace culture.

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉 Practical strategies for using Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) to build meaningful workplace connections and accelerate employee success.

👉 Focusing on building intentional, purpose-driven relationships that deliver specific relational benefits, rather than simply expanding one's network.

👉 The crucial role of engaged and aware managers in identifying key connections and facilitating introductions to amplify the success of new hires.

👉 Overcoming the challenges of collaboration overload and how to manage time effectively to foster valuable connections.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-pryor-907920/

Website: connectedcommons.com

Forthcoming Book: The Social Capital Imperative: Revealing, Developing, and Leveraging Organizational Networks by Greg Pryor and Kristin Cullen-Lester, commissioned by SIOP, features insights from 50 experts.

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Join Jason for an enlightening conversation with Steph Ryter, Creative Culture Leader at Arity, as they discuss how to intentionally build a culture of connection.

In this episode, Steph shares her journey from television news to shaping organizational culture at Arity. With her unique perspective, Steph has used innovative methods for building employee engagement and human connections, especially in a remote-first environment. She shares specific practices that have had a profound impact on Arity's culture including "culture connections" and "Learn Day."

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉 Discover how a simple 25-minute "culture connection" call can enhance employee engagement and build a sense of belonging.

👉 Learn about 'Learn Day' and how themed presentations can build a learning community and create strong bonds among remote employees.

👉 Emphasizing innovation and balance: Explore the balance of innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being as core values that drive Arity’s dynamic culture.

👉 Steph shares a hopeful vision for AI to handle administrative tasks, thus allowing leaders to focus on meaningful human connections and strategic insights.

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Join Jason in an insightful conversation with Sarika Lamont, the Vice President of People and Culture at Vidyard.

Sarika delves deep into the nuances of career growth, management challenges, and the critical role HR plays in shaping today's workforce. Sarika also highlights the concept of job architecture and emphasizes how structuring roles and career paths is crucial for organizational success and employee development.

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉 The importance of defining clear role expectations and responsibilities, providing employees with the guidance they need to advance in their careers.

👉 The foundational role of job architecture and compensation in creating structured, clear career paths that support both individual contributors and managers.

👉 How job architecture provides a roadmap, detailing how employees can advance in their careers with defined roles, responsibilities, and pathways for promotion.

👉 Utilizing AI to manage administrative tasks, allowing HR to focus on strategic planning and enhancing job architecture to serve the organization better.

👉 Promoting transparency, equity, and ongoing learning within HR to support fair and inclusive workplaces.

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Join Jason for an inspiring conversation with Rebecca Weaver, the founder and CEO at HRuprise and a seasoned veteran of multiple HR leadership roles throughout her career.

Rebecca delved into innovative workplace practices and the quest for meaningful work. Rebecca also shares her unique experiences from her time with the Downtown Project and the challenges encountered in implementing Holacracy.

Rebecca and Jason explore the allure and traps of management trends and best practices and offer advice on how to approach them effectively to ensure results.

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉 The transformative approach of blending work and life, to build a highly integrated and fulfilling lifestyle.

👉 Explore "Holacracy" as an example of a management fad to learn how to trust your instincts in sorting for what works and what doesn't as an HR leader

👉 The importance of connecting employees to the meaning behind their work, making it easier to cultivate engagement and fulfillment.

👉 The need for leadership even in self-managed teams, emphasizing the role of leaders who can guide prioritization and resolve conflicts within new structures.

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Website: https://hruprise.com/

Email: us@hruprise.com

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Join Jason and his daughter, Bailey, as they reflect on work experiences, generational perspectives, and tips for starting the new year right.

In this special holiday episode of Check-In with Jason Lauritsen, Bailey reflects on her experiences as a working teenager and explores how she thinks her generation might impact the future workforce. She also underscores the significance of tapping into a wider array of experiences to continually push the boundaries of what's possible for a team.

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉The importance of building strong coworker relationships for happiness and engagement.

👉 How aligning roles with skills and aspirations, providing benefits, and a supportive culture is key for a good job

👉 Utilizing social platforms and professional networks to apply broad experiences to current challenges.

👉 Staying informed and open to new ideas to cultivate a culture of continuous learning and growth.

👉 BONUS: Jason shares his top tips to set yourself up for an amazing 2025.

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Join Jason and his son, Colton, for an inspiring and fun conversation exploring how work looks through the eyes of a teenager.

In the special holiday episode of Check-In with Jason Lauritsen, Colton shares what it means to him—and potentially his peers—to start their careers and the aspects he believes will characterize the future workforce.

As a 15-year-old about to embark on his first job, Colton provides eye-opening insights about his perspective on work to help managers prepare to welcome this new generation of employees.

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉 Gaining confidence through manageable tasks is important before preparing for more complex responsibilities.

👉 The importance of flexibility in attracting younger employees.

👉 Social connections at work are essential as building strong team relationships leads to greater job satisfaction.

👉 Combining technology and teamwork enhances collaboration and team-based projects.

👉 BONUS: Enjoy some Christmas fun as Colton shares his favorites and advice on having a happy holiday season.

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Join Jason for this inspiring conversation with Sheryl Battles, the recently retired Vice President of Global Diversity, Inclusion & Engagement at Pitney Bowes

Sheryl delved into the transformative power of storytelling, particularly in times of crisis, and how it acts as a bridge to connect diverse perspectives within an organization. Sheryl shares her extensive experience in leveraging stories to enhance engagement and cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:

👉 The power of storytelling in promoting inclusivity and how it helps employees grasp diverse perspectives, leading to a more inclusive environment.

👉 Addressing diversity and inclusion challenges. Leaders must face uncertainties and opinions with openness and empathy, uniting teams toward common goals.

👉 Encouraging open conversation and implementing strategies to prepare speakers and audiences to engage respectfully and without judgment.

👉 Keeping communication transparent to build trust through consistent, transparent communication.

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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheryl-battles-b540495/

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Join Jason for this insightful conversation with Steve Browne, Chief People Officer at LaRosa's, Inc.

Steve dives into HR innovation and explains how putting employees first can shape a holistic, relationship-driven organization that moves beyond traditional hierarchies.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:

👉 The power of direct, genuine communication with employees to solve workplace issues more authentically.

👉 HR's role as the "connective tissue," is essential for collaboration and a unified culture within the organization.

👉 The effectiveness of traditional methods like flip charts that align with an organization’s unique culture, even amidst digital advancements.

👉 The success of collaborative leadership models and inclusive meeting structures, leading to positive shifts in team dynamics and business outcomes.

👉 The use of innovative meeting formats like "one plus one conversations" to build a supportive and engaged environment.

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𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗲:

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