Off The Shelf

Hortense le Gentil on her book: Aligned Jun 21, 2022

John Metselaar sits down with author, Hortense le Gentil for a conversation about her recently published book, Aligned: Connecting Your True Self with the Leader You’re Meant to Be. Together, they explore why today’s leaders should above all cultivate the human touch, what’s holding them back, and how can they overcome this. An inspiring, human conversation on Leadership!

Kara Goldin on Her Book: Undaunted - Overcoming Doubts and Doubters May 20, 2022

Listen to the story of Kara Goldin, in which she shares insights from her life journey from “accidental entrepreneur” to founder of Hint. An accomplished podcaster herself, this time Kara found herself at the other side of the mic as John Metselaar hosted her for The Conference Board’s Off The Shelf channel.

Listen in as they cover lessons from her life which she documented in her book. How she combined passion and purpose to develop a vision, turned into reality through commitment and perseverance. How, in the process she faced her doubts and fears, confronted them (rather than run away), and rose above them. And how her fundamental curiosity and keenness to learn had her break through every challenge. Facing a problem, you don't give up, you dig in emphasizing "Well, what CAN we do".

Evert Bleijenberg on his book: Swarm Organisation May 20, 2022

Evert Bleijenberg joins John Metselaar from The Conference Board exploring a novel way to organize work in the future. Evert talks enthusiastically from his “Swarm Organization: Designing Work for a Resilient Future". Listen to this podcast as we cover three main aspects: the concept of swarms, how to generate the mindshift required and how to learn to use "structure" as a verb (agile, situational) rather than a (rigid) noun. Inspiration for a more human culture and organization of happier, more fulfilled employees doing better work producing stronger results.

Tell Me More About That: Rob Volpe On His New Book Mar 30, 2022

As anxiety about the crisis in the Ukraine and lingering burnout as a result of two years of the pandemic continue to increase, a lack of empathy is exacerbating tensions in the workplace.

In this podcast, Rob Volpe discusses his new book, Tell Me More About That: Solving the Empathy Crisis One Conversation at a Time. His book demystifies empathy and presents five steps that anyone can use to get to empathy when they are interacting with others.

Strategic Doing”: Ten Skills for Agile Leadership Mar 17, 2022

Ed Morrison introduces how to do strategy in today’s world turned upside down, and how to connect it to innovation. He lays the foundation on why and how to design ecosystems supported by collaboration, conversations, and (double-loop) learning. He then goes to introduce his 2x2 questioning approach to lead forward and the 10 skills to apply throughout the journey of discovery. A real, and uniquely applicable gem in today’s complex, networked world!

Think Like a Breadwinner Mar 07, 2022

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In this episode of Off the Shelf, Cindy Cisneros, Vice President, Education Programs, Committee for Economic Development of The Conference Board (CED), interviews Jennifer Barrett, Head of Content at Fidelity Investments on her latest book, Think Like a Breadwinner: A Wealth-Building Manifesto for Women Who Want to Earn More (and Worry Less).

Nearly half of working women in the U.S. are their household’s main breadwinner. Yet most women still aren’t being brought up to think like breadwinners. In fact, women are discouraged by institutional bias and cultural conditioning–from building their own wealth, pursuing their full earning potential, and providing for themselves and others financially. In this podcast, financial expert Jennifer Barrett reframes what it means to be a breadwinner and will answer questions on how she got to where she is today.

Dan Toma on his latest book, Innovation Accounting Feb 01, 2022

In this episode of Off the Shelf, John Metselaar, ESF Center Director at The Conference Board, interviews Dan Toma, Founding Partner at Outcome, on his latest book, Innovation Accounting.

Innovation accounting is a critical component of the corporate innovation process to manage its inherent uncertainty and risk. It complements the conventional financial accounting system. It needs to be an integrated system of measures encompassing strategy, management, and tactics.

In other words, we can change what we measure so let’s measure what adds value!

Dr. Rohini Anand on Her Book, Leading Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Dec 09, 2021

In this podcast, Laura Sabattini, Principal Researcher at the Conference Board speaks with Dr. Rohini Anand, a strategic global business leader and trusted board member who has successfully transformed culture. Anand was the former SVP Corporate Responsibility and Global Chief Diversity Officer for Sodexo and is currently Principal and CEO of Rohini Anand, LLC.

Her book, Leading Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: A Guide for Systemic Change in Multinational Organizations, offers several successful principles for companies to advance D&I across different regions. In this podcast, Dr. Anand shares her inspiration for the book and examples that can help organizations get a nuanced understanding of local context, culture, and language.

Stacey Harris on Her Book, Introduction to HR Technologies Dec 09, 2021

Overwhelmed by the volume and variety of HR software, apps, and platforms? In this podcast, HR research analyst, Stacey Harris discusses her new book, Introduction to HR Technologies: Understand How to Use Technology to Improve Performance and Processes. Writing in jargon-free language for non-technologists, Stacey also believes that C-Suite executives will also benefit by understanding how investments in HR technologies can be used to save time, streamline processes, and drive business performance. This book covers all the core areas of HR from administration and service delivery through talent management and analytics, as well as AI, machine learning, and the Internet of Things. With case studies from multiple organizations including Fedex and Macy’s, this book is an innovative and practical handbook.

Andrew Winston on his co-authored book: Net Positive Dec 02, 2021

Why was there so little progress over last decades in sustainability and what is a pragmatic plan, each of us can engage with to tackle the global climate crisis and all the other challenges facing us, like loss of biodiversity, abuse of human rights or inequality and discrimination. Listen-in as our guest Andrew Winston gives us some key insights from the book he co-authered with Paul Polman, Net Positive. They reveal, for the first time, key lessons from Unilever and other pioneering companies around the world about how you can profit by fixing the world’s problems instead of creating them.

A Conversation With Rohit Bhargava and Jennifer Brown About Their Book, Beyond Diversity: 12 Non-Obvious Ways to Build a More Inclusive World Nov 09, 2021

Beyond Diversity: 12 Non-Obvious Ways to Build a More Inclusive World presents insights from conversations with over 200 diversity, equity, and inclusion experts who attended the inaugural Non-Obvious Beyond Diversity Summit in early 2021. The goal of the summit was to go beyond speaking about diversity to identify ways to take real action.

The solutions from these discussions are compiled into one volume and organized into twelve important themes including: storytelling, technology, workplace, identity, retail, and more. The book offers an actionable blueprint for creating a more inclusive world.

Gabor George Burt on his book, Slingshot Nov 03, 2021

In this episode of Off the Shelf, our guest Gabor George Burt introduces in his Slingshot book. An integrated, three-pronged approach to make the Blue Ocean principles more actionable: 1) Stretch the definition of the business you’re in and want to extract value from, 2) take consumer satisfaction into “infatuation” implying its transient and needs to be constantly re-invigorated, and 3) look for “innovation shortcuts” by creatively combining existing elements into new solutions.

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Manoj Pradhan on his latest book, The Great Demographic Reversal Sep 23, 2021

Global population ageing will soon reach a point where saving for retirement tips over into increased spending and demand for labor. This will result in much higher inflation and interest rates than many of us are expecting currently. Join us to hear Manoj Pradhan, Chief Economist at the independent macroeconomic research firm Talking Heads, on his latest book ‘The Great Demographic Reversal’, which he co-authored with Charles Goodhart.

Dr. Andrew Temte on his new book, 'Balancing Act: Teach Coach Mentor Inspire' Sep 21, 2021

In times of chaos and uncertainty, steadfast and confident leadership is critical to the success of any organization. Yet, in our world of social unrest, sharp divisions, pandemic and fear, people seek leaders who are also sensitive to ethnic and cultural differences, listen to their concerns, and demonstrate empathy.

A seasoned executive and mentor with experienced insights on preparing future leaders, Dr. Andrew Temte, CFA, President and Global Head of Corporate Learning at Kaplan North America, firmly believes: “The most important attribute of strong leadership is balance.” In his new book, "Balancing Act: Teach Coach Mentor Inspire,” Dr. Temte shares candid insights and timely lessons about the balance needed to succeed as a leader. A thought leader on issues related to workforce reskilling and upskilling, Dr. Temte's 30+ year career includes teaching and executive leadership roles in both professional education and higher education institutions.

In his interview with Rebecca Ray, Dr. Temte introduces the concept of organizational entropy and dives deeper into the tools used to combat it. Specifically, Dr. Temte discusses the benefits of adopting a "Lifelong Learning Mindset," a unique view into the tenets of continuous improvement, the basic tools to identify and minimize waste in your business, the relationship between organizational health and business success, and the importance of having a laser-focus on your customer. More information on "Balancing Act" can be found here.

Eric Schwartzman on his new book, 'The Digital Pivot: Secrets of Online Marketing’ Aug 23, 2021

Craig Carroll, leader of The Conference Board's Communications Institute, sits down for an engaging talk with Eric Schwartzman about his new book, 'The Digital Pivot: Secrets of Online Marketing’.

Drawing on his experience leading online marketing programs for clients such as Toyota, UCLA, Marine Corps, and dozens of small and midsize companies, Eric gives us key insights on how companies can effectively participate in the ever-growing digital economy. Eric shares practical advice and easy to follow strategies while covering a wide range of digital marketing topics such as SEO, social media, digital literacy as it relates to today’s top business decision-makers.

Leo Flanagan on his book, 'Thriving in Thin Air' Jul 23, 2021

Feeling anxious or stressed out? You’re not alone as over 40% of the US population has been officially diagnosed with anxiety or depression disorders--up from only 8% pre-COVID-19. To find out how to thrive amidst adversity, join Dr. Leo Flanagan as he discusses his new book: Thriving in Thin Air: Developing Resilience in Challenging Times.

Based on neuroscience, Dr. Flanagan shares tangible suggestions for how we can rewire our brains to reduce anxiety and improve our emotional health--including recommendations for focus, pragmatic optimism, and empathy.

For more information, you can read his blog here or an article he coauthored, COVID-19 Reset & Recovery: Developing Resilience to Move Through Uncertainty to New Beginnings. Dr. Flanagan is a Distinguished Principal Research Fellow here at The Conference Board and the founder and president of The Center For Resilience.

Kim Shepherd on her book, 'Remote Work' Jun 22, 2021

Questions about remote work post-COVID-19? Join us to hear Kim Shepherd discuss her new book, Remote Work: Redesign Processes, Practices And Strategies To Engage A Remote Workforce. There are no magic wands but Kim does have some tangible recommendations and great stories. If you plan to have remote employees, work with a mixed or hybrid system, or have teams spread across different locations, this book will be your guide for the new normal. In addition, Remote Work includes case studies on how other top organizations use remote work as part of their talent strategy, e.g., Cornerstone OnDemand, AMN Healthcare, Buffer, and the United States Marine Corps. And if you’re interested in The Conference Board’s latest data on remote work, check out The Reimagined Workplace a Year Later: Human Capital Responses to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

John Hagel III on his new book 'The Journey Beyond Fear' Jun 14, 2021

Join Rebecca Ray as she and business strategy expert John Hagel III break down his new book 'The Journey Beyond Fear'. In this conversation, John dives in on how to identify your fears, face your fears, move beyond your fears and how these lessons can apply to organizations and careers. The pair also touch on the importance of cultivating your personal passions and harnessing the potential of platforms.

Curtis Odom on his book 'Things I Heard My Professor Say' Jun 08, 2021

Join Dr. Curtis Odom, business leader and Executive Professor of Management in the D'Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University, as he shares his 20 years of professional insights, lessons learned, and personal experiences about how to be a successful business leader.

What makes the writing of this book so beautifully ironic is that you will be reading the career learnings of someone who barely made it out of high school and yet found his personal definition of success as a business owner and full-time faculty member at a top business school in Boston.

This book started with a student who gave Dr. Odom the greatest gift of his career: a transcript of his academic lectures taught over a fall semester in a college classroom that encapsulated an entire career’s worth of experience. This engaged student distilled the insights from Dr. Curtis Odom lectures into simple, impactful statements that most influenced him as a student and now can be shared with the book’s readers.

John Pabon on his book: Sustainability for the Rest of Us Jun 01, 2021

John Pabon founder of Fulcrum Strategic Advisors, talks with Uwe Schulte, Leader of the TCB Global Sustainability Centre about his book Sustainability for the Rest of Us. Why was there so little progress over last decades in sustainability and what is a pragmatic plan, each of us can engage with to tackle the global climate crisis and all the other challenges facing us, like loss of biodiversity, abuse of human rights or inequality and discrimination? Listen in as John gives you some insights into the book's 5 main points on how to tackle these hard questions.

Nathan Ainspan and Kristin Saboe on their new book Military Veteran Employment: A Guide for the Data-Driven Leader May 25, 2021

How can civilian employers improve the way that they locate, hire, and retain military veterans and military spouses? Join Rebecca Ray as she discusses this and more with Nathan Ainspan, Senior Research Psychologist with the Military-Civilian Transition Office at the Department of Defense and Kristin Saboe, Global Senior Manager for Organizational Research and Employee Listening at Boeing. Their new book, Military Veteran Employment: A Guide for the Data-Driven Leader draws on principles and research from industrial/organizational psychology and best practices from human resources management. The discussion touches on the current state of veteran employment in the US and why it’s such an important issue, what separates their research from what’s been presented before, the benefits of veteran employment and the common misconceptions that civilians have about veteran employment.

Order Military Veteran Employment: A Guide for the Data-Driven Leader here.

Other related content from The Conference Board:

Supporting Veteran-owned Businesses, Employees, and Communities – Are Corporations Doing Enough to Help? (Podcast, November 2020)

Corporate Citizenship Watch: Supporting Military Caregivers During COVID-19 and Beyond (Webcast, July 2020)

Tendayi Viki on his latest book “Pirates In The Navy” May 07, 2021

John Mestelaar, co-leader of Innovation Institute at The Conference Board interviews Tendayi Viki on his latest book “Pirates in the Navy”. Listen in as Tendayi gives us a taste of some the insights this book provides. Tendayi endeavors to arm innovators with practice tools and guidance to navigate the choppy water of corporate politics while successfully transforming their companies.

Colleen Ammerman and Boris Groysberg on their book, Glass Half-Broken: Shattering the Barriers That Still Hold Women Back at Work Apr 20, 2021

Why does the gender gap still persist and how can we close it? In 2019, the gap between the percentage of women and the percentage of men in the workforce was the smallest on record. But despite these statistics, women remain underrepresented in positions of power and status, with the highest-paying jobs still remaining the most gender-imbalanced. The persistence of these inequalities begs the question: Why haven't we made more progress?

Join Colleen Ammerman and Boris Groysberg as they discuss their new book, Glass Half-Broken: Shattering the Barriers That Still Hold Women Back at Work, and reveal the pervasive organizational obstacles and managerial actions that create gender imbalances – as well as important strategies both leaders and businesses can use to break these barriers down.

Beverly Kaye on her book, Love 'Em or Lose 'Em: Getting Good People to Stay Apr 14, 2021

Since employees who walk out the door can cost their organizations up to 200 percent of their annual salaries to replace, retention is one of the most important issues facing businesses today. And with so many surveys reporting that employees are not happy and not working up to their full potential, engagement is also a serious and costly issue. And yet, how many talent management books truly stand the test of time?

In its sixth edition and published in more than 20 languages, Love ‘Em or Lose ‘Em: Getting Good People to Stay provides managers around the world with 26 practical engagement strategies. Join internationally renowned Dr. Beverly Kaye as she suggests simple ways for managers to get started engaging their employees, ranging from the benefits of conducting stay interviews (first suggested in Love ‘Em or Lose ‘Em over 20 years ago!) to why it’s essential to always tell the truth to when it’s appropriate to question the rules. Dr. Kaye challenges organizations to think about how they can keep their best employees through internal mobility and describes how diversity and inclusion are essential components to all 26 of the engagement strategies.

CB Bhattacharya on his new book, ‘Small Actions, Big Difference: Leveraging Corporate Sustainability to Drive Business and Societal Value' Apr 06, 2021

Craig Carroll, leader of The Conference Board's Communications Institute, sits down for an engaging talk with Professor CB Bhattacharya, H.J. Zoffer Chair in Sustainability and Ethics, about his new book, 'Small Actions Big Difference: Leveraging Corporate Sustainability to Drive Business and Societal Value'.

Professor Bhattacharya outlines how employees can take charge, the pathway to sustainable ownership, lessons learned from the pandemic, and driving business value.

Jeff Schwartz on his book, Work Disrupted Mar 23, 2021

As we enter a new year that is sure to be filled with further disruptions, Jeff Schwartz’s new book Work Disrupted: Opportunity, Resilience, and Growth in the Accelerated Future of Work is essential reading for those looking to embrace these fast-paced changes as an opportunity to accelerate forward and flourish. The challenge, in a nutshell, is that you can’t navigate 21st century work and careers with 20th century maps and mental models. Albert Einstein once remarked, “You can’t use an old map to explore a new world” but a lot of leaders are trying to do just that.

As Schwartz says, this new era of “accelerated change” does not have to feel as stressful and scary as it did this past year. But it’s essential that we reframe how we face the future. To do so, he maps out the skills and practices that require fresh perspectives as we prepare our workforces, workplaces and the definition of work itself for a very different tomorrow.

You can find Work Disrupted here: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/human-capital/articles/digital-workforce-transformation-roadmap.html

Dr. Jake Beniflah on his new book, The Big Shift: Redefining Marketing in a Multicultural America Mar 16, 2021

Future growth will require that all corporations undergo… The Big Shift. The convergence of a changing demography, new technologies and a fragmented media ecosystem has transformed marketing as we know it, yet marketing to Latinos continues to lag significantly, bound by an outdated paradigm and a total market strategy that has failed to address an increasingly diverse marketplace.

Join The Conference Board Chief Marketing Officer Chiqui Cartagena as she sits down with Dr. Jake Beniflah, Marketing & Communications Senior Fellow at The Conference Board and Executive Director of the Center for Multicultural Science, to discuss his new book, The Big Shift: Redefining Marketing in a Multicultural America. This book proposes the unpopular – namely that, in order to thrive, organizations must place multicultural consumers front and center of mainstream marketing and right size the traditional cultural silo.

Erich Joachimstaller on his book, The Interaction Field Feb 09, 2021

How are the most successful businesses creating value and igniting smart growth in a fast-paced, competitive market? In his latest book, The Interaction Field: The Revolutionary New Way to Create Shared Value for Businesses, Customers, and Society, management expert and professor Erich Joachimsthaler maintains that only organizations that work to solve the immediate challenges of people today, as well as the major social and economic challenges of the future, will be the ones that continue to survive and grow.

Join our Marketing Institute Leader JP Kuehlwein as he speaks with Erich about his latest book which offers a model to help generate, facilitate, and benefit from data exchanges among multiple groups – not just from customers and stakeholders, but also from suppliers, software developers, regulators, and even competitors. And how to ensure that everyone in this field can work together to solve big, industry-wide, or complex and unpredictable societal problems to help ensure future success for both your business and the public as well.

Erwan Rambourg on his book, Future Luxe Feb 08, 2021

What are the major forces and emerging trends that are set to reshape luxury over the next decade? As a younger generation is entering the luxury market, they will bring new values and demands that will redefine the very meaning of luxury. Brands will need to take seriously issues such as diversity, sustainability, and ethical production.

In his book, Future Luxe, Erwan Rambourg presents an in-depth and nuanced approach to those dealing with this changing market and its new demands, drawing on interviews with several CEOs from the largest brands, including Kering, Cartier, Puma, and Moncler, along with his own experience working over two decades in the luxury market. Join Erwan as he sits down with our Marketing Institute Leader JP Kuehlwein to discuss his book which offers powerful guidance to those both new to the industry, as well as veterans planning for continued success.

Vikram Mansharamani on his book, Think for Yourself Feb 01, 2021

Have you ever followed your GPS device to a deserted parking lot? Or unquestioningly followed the advice of an expert—perhaps a doctor or financial adviser—only to learn later that your own thoughts and doubts were correct? Too often, we've stopped thinking for ourselves.

With stark and compelling examples drawn from business, sports, and everyday life, Vikram illustrates how we have outsourced our thinking to a troubling degree, relinquishing our autonomy. Join Vikram as he discusses his new book, which offers an indispensable guide for those looking to restore self-reliant thinking in a data-driven and technology-dependent yet overwhelmingly uncertain world.

Karen Mangia on her book, Working from Home Jan 29, 2021

In these unprecedented times, when numerous employees are forced to work from remote locations, many wonder how they can continue to operate successfully – even from within the tightest and most chaotic of spaces?

In her timely new book, Working From Home: Making the New Normal Work for You, author and Salesforce executive Karen Mangia explores how to make yourself vital to any organization without ever setting foot in an office building. Join Karen as she discusses her book which provides guidance on how to create a work-from-home culture designed for success and helps team managers and business executives prepare their employees for future work.

Bruce Tulgan on his book, The Art of Being Indispensable at Work Jan 28, 2021

Even amid the seeming chaos, there's always that indispensable go-to person who thrives on their many working relationships with people all over the organization chart. How do they do it? In this practical book, talent guru and bestselling author, Bruce Tulgan, reveals the secrets of the go-to person in our new world of work and shows how go-to people think and behave differently, building up their influence with others, regardless of whether they have the formal authority.

Simon Brown on his new co-authored book The Curious Advantage Jan 15, 2021

Curiosity has profound implications for organizations, leaders and individuals inhabiting today’s digital reality. Pointing to practical tools and case examples, Simon Brown, one of the authors of The Curious Advantage and Chief Learning Officer at Novartis, makes the case for how curiosity can be the greatest driver of value in the new digital economy.

Visit www.Curiousadvantage.com for more info on how to listen to a dedicated podcast and how to buy the book.

Shannon Huffman Polson on her book, The Grit Factor Jan 14, 2021

What does it take for women to succeed in a male-dominated world? Shannon Huffman Polson would know, serving as one of the Army's first female attack helicopter pilots, and eventually leading an Apache flight platoon on deployment to Bosnia-Herzegovina. In her latest book, The Grit Factor, Shannon shares her own life lessons, as well as the candid stories of several other elite military women, to energize and enlighten current and aspiring leaders everywhere — whether male or female.

Olivier Onghena on his book 'The Book of Noble Purpose' Dec 11, 2020

85% of the active population in the world is disengaged from their work. The dramatic impact on health and well-being, as-well-as the global economy is colossal. Employees and employers are getting stuck in transactional relations. In this podcast Demet Tunc, Council Director at The Conference Board interviews Olivier Onghena on his book 'The Book of Noble Purpose'. Together they explore the root cause of this issue and how bringing noble purpose into our lives, our enterprises, and the society we live in will alter things for the better.

Kate Lanz on her new book ‘All the Brains in the Business’ Oct 27, 2020

Properly valuing brain gender diversity in the workplace is a competitive advantage. In ‘All the Brains in the Business’ Kate Lanz explores how the brain works and how it impacts the performance of individuals and the teams. Moderated by Demet Tunc, this podcast highlights the importance of knowing about how to enable conditions that create optimal energy flow in the brain. Creating a brain gender friendly work place through understanding the differences in the stress response of the brain and moving from ‘survive’ to ‘thrive’ mode are the main highlights of this podcast.

Off the Shelf - David Smith and Brad Johnson on their book, Good Guys Oct 06, 2020

What's missing from gender equality efforts? Men. Research shows that when men are deliberately engaged in gender-inclusion programs, 96 percent of women in those organizations perceive real progress in gender equality, compared with only 30 percent of women in organizations without strong male engagement. Join co-authors David G. Smith and W. Brad Johnson to discuss their important, new book which explores the critical role men can play in promoting gender equality at work.

Off the Shelf - Mauro Guillen on his book, 2030: How Today's Biggest Trends Will Collide and Reshape the Future of Everything Sep 30, 2020

The world is drastically changing. By 2030, a new reality will take hold, and before you know it, there will be more grandparents than grandchildren, the global economy will be driven by the non-Western consumers, there will be more global wealth owned by women than men, and there will be more robots than workers. So how can businesses prepare for what comes next? In his new book, Wharton Professor Mauro Guillen encourages us to consider the dynamic inter-play between a range of forces that will converge on a single tipping point -- 2030, and offers a guide to help revolutionize the way we think about cataclysmic change and its consequences.

Off the Shelf - Scott Anthony on his latest book, Eat, Sleep, Innovate Sep 24, 2020

Leaders have experimented with open innovation programs, corporate accelerators, venture capital arms, skunkworks, and innovation contests. Yet, most would admit they've failed to create truly innovative cultures. There's a better way. And it all starts with the power of habit. Join innovation expert and co-author of The Little Black Book of Innovation to discuss his latest book, Eat, Sleep, Innovate: How to Make Creativity an Everyday Habit Inside Your Organization, which offers a new guide for using the power of habit to build a culture of innovation. Hear groundbreaking research in behavioral science to provide a first-of-its-kind playbook for empowering individuals and teams to be their most curious and creative—every single day.

Mark Goyder on his new book, Entrusted Sep 10, 2020

Join Chris Gentle talking to Mark Goyder, founder of Tomorrow’s Company, about his new book Entrusted. In these volatile and uncertain times, the book captures how we can build better stewardship in companies. The discussion offers some fascinating and practical insights on shifting away from extractive capitalism towards a new era of responsible wealth creation from around the globe.

Mark Cushing on his new book, Pet Nation Sep 08, 2020

Pet-owners now make up the fastest growing demographic of the US population, with the number of domesticated animals increasing at about five times the speed of the human population. This means that there is an entire economy that has been created just to serve this population.

Join Mark Cushing, founder and CEO of the Animal Policy Group, as he talks with our Marketing Institute Leader, JP Kuehlwein, about his new book and how pets – and their owners – are transforming the American culture, economy and nation.

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Ken Rusk on his latest book, Blue Collar Cash Aug 11, 2020

Ken Rusk, ‘Million Dollar Ditch Digger’ and author of "Blue Collar Cash”, joins Marketing Institute Leader, JP Kuehlwein, to discuss his latest book, which demonstrates that blue-collar trades can be a source of pride and that you can find your version of happiness by pursuing a hands-on craft. The economy is in desperate need of skilled tradespeople and those who are willing to work hard can make good money. Learn how to achieve your dreams, regardless of your educational background or past.

Off The Shelf: Step Back: How to Bring the Art of Reflection into Your Busy Life Aug 05, 2020

In this episode of Off The Shelf, Harvard Business Professor, Joseph L. Badaracco, discusses his latest book which argues that we don’t need long periods of solitude or tranquility to reflect well in ways that are useful, meaningful, and sometimes profound. Instead, Joseph introduces what he calls “mosaic” reflection, an approach that better fits into our active lives and relies on four basic tactics for good, everyday reflection: 1) Aim for good enough 2) Downshift occasionally 3) Ponder the tough issues 4) Pause and measure up.

Former Hewlett Packard CEO, Carly Fiorina, on her new book, Find Your Way Jul 17, 2020

Carly Fiorina, Founder and Chairwoman of Carly Fiorina Enterprises & the Unlocking Potential Foundation, and Former CEO of Hewlett Packard, started as a secretary and later became the first female CEO of a Fortune 500 company. In her latest book, Carly draws on her own remarkable journey, and empirical evidence accumulated over four decades in the workplace, to help her readers unleash their potential so they can build a more satisfying career and live out their dreams. Join The Conference Board Executive Vice President of Human Capital, Dr. Rebecca Ray, as she speaks with Carly about her latest book which offers her unique perspective on the following, critical career questions: • How to choose a path over a plan, • How to use problems to propel yourself and your organization forward, • How to overcome fear and procrastination, • How to make smart decisions, and • How to reclaim your power and use it for good. No matter your current position, this book provides helpful, proven wisdom to help guide your way to a more satisfying, successful career.

Off The Shelf: The Technology Trap Jul 10, 2020

Join Carl Benedikt Frey, Director of Future of Work at the Oxford Martin School at Oxford University, as he discusses his new book, The Technology Trap. Selected a Financial Times Best Books of the Year in 2019, this book offers a sweeping look at the history of technological progress and how it has radically shifted the distribution of economic and political power among society’s members. During this program, Carl demonstrates how, in the midst of another technological revolution, the lessons of the past can help us to more effectively face the present.

William Pesek on his book “Japanization: What the world can learn from Japan’s lost decades” Jun 04, 2020

As a result of measures taken nearly everywhere to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world is facing a major economic contraction. According to Conference Board estimates, global GDP growth will be -4.8 percent in 2020. To counter the shock, governments are laying down large-scale fiscal programs which will substantially increase public debt. At the same time, central banks are restarting QE programs and, where possible, lowering interest rate. At this stage of the COVID-19 crisis it looks like high debt levels, low interest rates and deflation are here to stay. Is the world economy heading towards a “Japanization” of their economies?

Off The Shelf: Ramping Your Brand May 05, 2020

Join The Conference Board Marketing Institute Leader, JP Kuehlwein, as he talks with Dr. James Richardson, Founder of Premium Growth Solutions, about his new book, Ramping Your Brand: How to Ride the Killer CPG Growth Curve. Discover the steps used by industry founders to do the intense work that fast growth demands in order to scale their brands exponentially! This book offers a 4-part approach to thinking smarter about growth as a consumer packaged goods (CPG) entrepreneur: Designing to command a premium; Managing a small experiment; Fine tuning the conversion playbook; and accelerating to scale.

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Deaths of Despair and the Future of Capitalism Apr 17, 2020

Join Bart van Ark, Executive Vice President & Chief Economist at The Conference Board, as he sits down with Nobel Prize winner Sir Angus Deaton, Senior Scholar and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Professor of Economics and International Affairs Emeritus at the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University, as he discusses his latest book which offers a groundbreaking account of how the flaws in capitalism are fatal for America's working class. Deaths of Despair and the Future of Capitalism paints a troubling portrait of the American dream in decline. This book charts a way forward, providing solutions that can rein in capitalism’s excesses and make it work for everyone.

Off the Shelf: Developing Management Proficiency During COVID-19 Apr 09, 2020

Strong behavioral competencies are essential for all managers today, especially during the COVID-19 global pandemic where employees are looking to leaders for guidance and support. Join Deb Cohen as she discusses her latest book which provides managers at any level with a pragmatic, easy-to-follow roadmap to help develop management skills.

With expert guidance on how to approach personal development in day-to-day activities along with practical worksheets, figures, and tables, this book is an essential resource for managers at all levels, as well as anyone interested in a managerial role. The book focuses on five key approaches as mechanisms for learning: the Art of Observation, Networking, Role Playing, Questioning, and Journaling. See www.developingmanagementproficiency.com for additional articles and exercises, as well as information on earning recertification credits for certified HR professionals.

Jim Stengel, Former Global Marketing Officer at P&G, on his new book, Unleashing the Innovators Apr 08, 2020

Today's established companies must find new ways to reignite their entrepreneurial DNA and jumpstart revenues – or risk losing their way.

Hear from Jim Stengel, Former Global Marketing Officer at Procter & Gamble, as he sits down with our Marketing Institute Leader and Co-Founder & Principal of Ueber-Brands, to discuss his new book which describes the importance of corporations establishing partnerships with the startup world in order to learn how to better innovate.

Alison Maitland on her new book, INdivisible: Radically rethinking inclusion for sustainable business results Apr 02, 2020

In this podcast, we interview Alison Maitland, one of the authors of a new book on inclusion that sets out an expansive vision for inclusion which can help build more human, purposeful and sustainable businesses. Even more, a holistic and systematic approach to inclusion has the potential to harness our “collective superpower” - a timely and powerful message amidst the COVID-19 crisis.

INdivisible is available in ebook and paperback formats on Amazon and Barnes & Noble or at:

https://indivisible-book.com

Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg on his book, What’s Your Problem? Apr 01, 2020

Are you solving the right problems? Have you or your colleagues ever worked hard on something, only to find out you were focusing on the wrong problem entirely? Most people have. In a survey, 85 percent of companies said they often struggle to solve the right problems resulting in teams spending their energy on low-impact work.

Join author, Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg, as he discusses his latest book that offers leaders a simple, three-step method - Frame, Reframe, Move Forward - that anyone can use to start solving the right problems in order to achieve greater business success.

Jack Duggal on his new book, The DNA of Strategy Execution Mar 11, 2020

What if we could decode the elements of management and strategy-execution? Join Jack Duggal as he discusses his ground-breaking new book which provides innovative insights for organizational project management and PMO. Discover new perspectives on age-old management challenges, illuminating better ways to organize and manage in an increasingly turbulent, DANCE-world (Dynamic. Ambiguous. Non-Linear. Complex. Emergent).

Dr. Max Mckeown on his new book, The Innovator’s Book: Rules for Rebels, Mavericks and Innovators Mar 05, 2020

Anne Stevens, Council Director at the Conference Board talks with Dr. Max Mckeown on his newest book. Both enlightening and entertaining, Dr Max Mckeown delivers concise advice on how to move from original insights to new ideas, and from new ideas to valuable real-world innovation. You’ll learn how to increase creativity, understand the psychology of thinking differently, encourage collaboration, co-create with customers, overcome indifference, create an idea-hungry culture, rid yourself of “idea zombies” and get to innovation paradise. https://www.amazon.com/Innovators-Book-Rebels-Mavericks-Concise/dp/1912555433

Byron Sharp on his new book, How Brands Grow Mar 04, 2020

What are the most important “marketing laws” that brand owners need to know about and apply? Do loyalty programs work? Should STP” (segmentation, targeting, positioning) remain the holy grail of marketing – and why not? Join our Marketing Institute Leader, JP Kuehlwein, as he sits down with Dr. Byron Sharp, Professor of Marketing Science, and the Director of the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute, at the University of South Australia, to discuss his new book, How Brands Grow: What Marketers Don’t Know, which offers his unique perspective on these questions and many more.

George Friedman on his new book... The Storm Before the Calm Feb 26, 2020

Join The Conference Board’s Executive Vice President and Chief Economist Bart van Ark as he interviews George Friedman, Founder and Chairman of Geopolitical Futures, about his new book, The Storm Before The Calm. In his riveting new book, Friedman turns to the future of the United States. Examining the clear cycles through which the United States has developed, upheaved, matured, and solidified, Friedman breaks down the coming years and decades in thrilling detail.

Lars Sudmann on his new book, Innovation That Sticks Feb 17, 2020

Margaret Murphy, our webcast & podcast Programme Manager at the Conference Board Europe, interviews Lars Sudmann on his new book, Innovation That Sticks.

How do you innovate, how do you structure your organization, your team, your personal life? You need a detailed plan and everything laid out for the future! Really? Well, maybe not always. Maybe you need to operate also with the Spaghetti Principle.

Discover how you can embrace this special principle and really make innovation stick.

You can purchase this book at:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Innovation-that-sticks-Lars-Sudmann/dp/2874034878/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1581958993&refinements=p_27%3ALars+Sudmann&s=books&sr=1-1

Veronika Hucke on her new book, Fair Leadership Jan 22, 2020

Sarah Bond, Council Director for The Diversity&Inclusion in Business Council at The Conference Board, interviews Veronika Hucke on her new book, Fair Leadership. The book is aimed at business leaders who are curious to know how they can lead fairly and inclusively. Grounded in well-researched data and theories, it is a much needed ‘how-to’ guide, full of recognizable challenges, practical examples and top tips for busy executives.

Alexia Michiels on her book, The Resilience Drive Jan 22, 2020

Marion Devine, Senior Human Capital Researcher, Europe at The Conference Board interviews Alexia Michiels on her book, The Resilience Drive.

How do you honor your responsibilities without wearing yourself out? How do you achieve high objectives and still radiate? How do you live consistently abiding by your core values? Commonly asked questions to which this book suggests answers and 100 practical keys to reinforce your personal resilience, not only to bounce back faster when facing life challenges, but also to thrive and flourish.

Allen Adamson on his book, Shift Ahead Jan 15, 2020

Allen is Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Metaforce, a marketing and product consultancy which, takes a multi-disciplinary and channel-agnostic approach to marketing challenges.

Prior to this Allen was Chairman of Landor Associates, a Global communications and brand strategy consultancy. But Allen has worked across agencies as well as on the “client side” of the industry, including at Ogilvy & Mather and DMB&B as well as Packaged Goods giant Unilever. He is also an Adjunct at NYU’s Stern School of Business.

The book talks about how organizations can avoid to become paralyzed by the accelerating pace of change in markets, customer needs, technologies and the business models they power. Or, as the sub-title says: “How the best companies stay relevant in a fast-changing world.”

Together with his co-author professor Joel Steckel, Allen uses first-hand accounts and detailed case studies to explain how these organizations recognize when it’s time to change direction, and how they pull off the feat of leaping forward while holding firm to a company’s reputation, credibility, and trustworthiness.

The authors present a simple framework for maintaining the balance and flexibility essential to thriving in a marketplace where change is the only constant.

Joseph Jaffe on his new book, Built to Suck Jan 08, 2020

Joseph Jaffe is a thought-leader, speaker, author and ‘Admiral’ (= founder) of the “HMS Beagle” a consultancy that helps large corporations fight inertia and decay.

Joseph argues in “Built To Suck” that the Big Corp Era is rapidly coming to an end driven by Size and Scale no longer being growth enablers but rather inhibitors. He recommends companies “embrace their Heresy” and deliver on 4 key pillars outlined in the book: Digital Disruption, Talent Resurrection, Customer Obsession and Corporate Citizenship.

Lindsey Pollak on her book, The Remix: How to Lead and Succeed in the Multi-Generational Workplace. Dec 18, 2019

Lindsey Pollak, a leading expert on the multigenerational workplace, speaks with us about her book The Remix and what leaders and organizations can do to move past stereotypes of different age groups and toward working together more effectively. Learn practical insights on the multigenerational workforce on topics such as leadership, communication, and mentoring.

https://www.lindseypollak.com/

Michael Beer on his latest book, Fit to Compete Dec 11, 2019

Join Harvard Business School professor, Michael Beer, as he sits down with The Conference Board VP of US Councils and former VP of HR, Russell Morris, to explain why organizational silence has become the killer of many organizations. Learn how to build a culture where employees can freely speak truth to power, and senior leaders hear what they need to hear about their company's fitness to compete. Discover a time-tested innovative process that has been used by hundreds of corporations across the globe for holding these honest conversations, critical to the future success of your business.

David Ulrich and Arthur Yeung on their new book, Reinventing the Organization Dec 04, 2019

Hear from co-authors David Ulrich and Arthur Yeung as they describe why the traditional organizational hierarchy is dead and what replaces it. Discover a much-needed blueprint for reinventing your organization and learn how business leaders can build a new type of corporate structure that is much more responsive to fast-changing markets – and how they should lead it.

Bob Hoffman, "Laughing at Advertising" Nov 27, 2019

"Ad Contrarian" Bob Hoffman joins host JP Kuehlwein to discuss Laughing@Advertising, a collection of his most irresponsible and inappropriate blog posts, essays, and cave drawings.

In a world overrun with "influencers," "disruption," and analytic mumbo-jumbo, Bob offers a hilarious, serious critique of modern advertising that touches on privacy, ageism, social media, and much more.

Prof. Michael Hüther on his new book, Exhausted Globalization Nov 20, 2019

Join Prof. Michael Hüther, director of the Institut der deutschen Wirtschaft, as he sits down with The Conference Board Senior Economist for Europe, Ilaria Maselli, to discuss his latest book, Exhausted Globalization: Between the Transatlantic Orientation and the Chinese Way. The book is a thorough reflection about the downturn globalization is going through. It investigates the reasons why globalization is losing energy and appeal, and sketches possible ways to make it more inclusive. This is not only about economics: the authors looks at globalization not only as a process of economic integration, but also in terms of ideas and power structures.

Patrick Hanlon on his new book, Primal Branding Nov 20, 2019

Join Patrick Hanlon, senior advertising executive and founder of Thinktopia, as he sits down with The Conference Board Marketing Institute Leader, JP Kuehlwein, to discuss his latest book which reveals seven definable assets that together construct the belief system that lies behind and differentiates every successful brand from those that are less effective – whether it's a product, service, city, personality, social cause, or movement.

Amy Jen Su on her new book, The Leader You Want To Be Nov 18, 2019

Join Amy Jen Su as she discusses her new book which offers readers five essential principles for bringing out your best self every day. Learn how to tap into and expand your leadership capacity so that you can be your best, sustain yourself, and thrive as a leader.

Jennifer Brown on her new book, How To Be An Inclusive Leader Oct 29, 2019

We know why diversity is important, but how do we drive real change at work? Join diversity & inclusion expert, Jennifer Brown, as she discusses her latest book which offers readers a step-by-step guide for the personal and emotional journey practitioners must undertake to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive – and what leaders at any level can do to spark real change.

Art Markman on his new book, Bring Your Brain to Work Oct 28, 2019

Join The Conference Board Senior Vice President of HR, Jennifer Tarlow, as she interviews author, Dr. Art Markman, Annabel Irion Worsham Centennial Professor at the University of Illinois and Executive Director of the IC2 Institute, on his new book which examines three essential elements of a successful career – getting a job, excelling at work, and finding your next position – and expertly illustrates how cognitive science, especially psychology, sheds fascinating and useful light on each of these elements.

Mike Mister on his new book, How to Lead Smart People: Leadership for Professionals Oct 10, 2019

In this Off-the-Shelf book discussion series brought to you by The Conference Board, Marion Devine, Senior Human Capital Researcher for Europe interviews Mike Mister on his latest book ‘How to Lead Smart People: Leadership for Professionals’.

This book uses 50 simple lessons to show the reader in concise, pithy prose how to manage a team of equals with intelligence and diplomacy.

Each lesson features a short introduction and example from the authors' experience, showing you how skills can be acquired. These are then followed by 6-10 action points to implement immediately. Core leadership skills are reevaluated for the leader of a smart team.

The book teaches you core skills such as decision making and delegating, but also soft skills such as delivering good and bad news to team members and how to realise more general aims such as building trust and growing your team. The authors also offer advice on how to look after yourself as a team leader, how to build resilience in tough situations, but also how to develop creativity and extend your skill base so that you are constantly learning.

Esther Stanhope on her new book 'Goodbye Glossophobia' Oct 09, 2019

In this Off-the-Shelf book discussion series brought to you by The Conference Board, Demet Tunc, Council Director for the Customer Experience Council interviews Esther Stanhope on her latest book, ‘Goodbye Glossophobia’. Esther is an International speaker, personal impact expert and a former BBC producer. She has helped international celebrities and politicians quickly engage with their audience and radiate charisma live on air. In this podcast, Esther shares tips to stand in the spotlight and speak confidently in front of audiences, from meetings and pitches to conferences and job interviews.

Stephen Frost on his book, Building An Inclusive Organisation Sep 18, 2019

Join Sarah Bond, Council Director of the European Diversity & Inclusion in Business Council, as she interviews Stephen Frost on his latest book, Building An Inclusive Organisation. A diverse workforce is a business imperative. Without it, companies are made up of employees who come from the same background and have the same skills and, therefore, the same blind spots. A diverse workforce brings together different strengths, a variety of experiences, a huge breadth of knowledge and a wealth of creative problem-solving techniques.

Anthony Mayo and Laura Morgan Roberts on Race, Work and Leadership Sep 04, 2019

Race, Work, and Leadership is a rare and important compilation of essays that examines how race matters in people's experience of work and leadership. What does it mean to be black in corporate America today? How are racial dynamics in organizations changing? How do we build inclusive organizations?

At a time when--following a peak in 2002--there are fewer African American men and women in corporate leadership roles, Race, Work, and Leadership will stimulate new scholarship and dialogue on the organizational and leadership challenges of African Americans. Join two of the book’s co-editors as they share insights from this indispensable reference for anyone committed to understanding, studying, and acting on the challenges facing leaders who are building inclusive organizations.

Julian Guthrie on the women who took on Silicon Valley and built today’s most powerful businesses Aug 05, 2019

Join author and journalist Julian Guthrie as she discusses her new book, Alpha Girls, which delves into the unforgettable stories of four remarkable women who, through grit and ingenuity, became stars in the cutthroat, high-stakes, male-dominated world of venture capital in Silicon Valley, and helped build some of the foremost companies of our time.

Nick Morgan on How to Connect with People in a Virtual World Jul 18, 2019

Join communication expert Nick Morgan as he discusses his new book, Can You Hear Me?: How to Connect with People in a Virtual World, which outlines five big problems with virtual communication and offers entrepreneurs, business professionals, and managers a clear path forward for helping us connect better with others in a more virtual world.

Ron Williams, "Learning to Lead" Jun 11, 2019

Ron Williams, former chairman and CEO of Aetna, sits down with Rebecca Ray to discuss his recent book, Learning to Lead: The Journey to Leading Yourself, Leading Others, and Leading an Organization. Hear how future business leaders can develop the professional management qualities needed to deliver personal, interpersonal, and organizational success in the decades ahead.

Bluford Putnam, "Economics Gone Astray" Jun 11, 2019

Bluford Putnum on his book, Economics Gone Astray

Join host and Senior Economist at The Conference Board, Ilaria Maselli, for an interview with Bluford Putnam, author and Chief Economist of the CME Group, as he discusses his latest book, Economics Gone Astray, which explores critical topics in macroeconomics that help readers to better analyze market behavior and the economic consequences of policy decisions.

Annie McKee on her latest book, How to Be Happy at Work May 22, 2019

Should we expect to be happy and fulfilled at work? In her latest book, Annie McKee makes the most compelling case yet that happiness--and the full engagement that comes with it--is more important than ever in today's workplace. Join host, Rebecca Ray, Ph.D., Executive VP of Human Capital at The Conference Board, as she sits down with Annie to discuss her new book and shed light on the powerful relationship of happiness to individual, team, and organizational success.

John Lewis Gaddis, On Grand Strategy Mar 15, 2019

Based on his legendary Yale seminar on strategic thinking (co-taught by Paul Kennedy and Charles Hill), John Lewis Gaddis discusses his latest book, On Grand Strategy, which offers readers leadership insights by surveying great historical figures spanning from Herodotus to Franklin Roosevelt – exploring the wisdom and temperament that led them to success, along with the mistakes that could lead current and future leaders to ruin.

Kathryn Sollmann on building an alternative career development plan for women Mar 15, 2019

Want to build a challenging – and lucrative – career without the pressure to “climb the corporate ladder?” Join Kathryn Sollmann for this edition of Off the Shelf as she discusses her latest book, Ambition Redefined: Why the Corner Office Doesn't Work for Every Woman & What to Do Instead, which provides readers with practical tools to carve out rewarding and well-paying careers that favor personal satisfaction over public applause.

Joe Cohen and Judith Harrison discuss Diverse Voices: Lessons in Leadership Mar 06, 2019

Join Joe Cohen and Judith Harrison as they discuss Diverse Voices: Profiles in Leadership, recently released by the PRSA Foundation and the Museum of Public Relations.

Diverse Voices features interviews with more than 40 top multicultural corporate and PR agency leaders who share candid anecdotes about their successes, the obstacles they’ve had to overcome, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.

NB: In this episode, Joe Cohen references his reading of Walter Isaacson’s biography on Ben Franklin and comments that Mr. Franklin was a slave owner. Mr. Cohen would like to point out that upon further reading of the book, he learned that towards the end of his life, Mr. Franklin renounced slavery and called for its abolition.

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