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As a leader, the safety of your employees is your top priority. But we get it - you have a lot on your plate. We've got you covered with interviews and insights to help you build a safer workplace. Published monthly by Missouri Employers Mutual and Previsor Insurance.
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The truth is...organizations that focus on creating a thriving workforce are more successful now and later. Join Susan Morgan Bailey, Marsh & McLennan Agency Culture & Wellbeing Practice Leader, for discussions with executives and practitioners as they break down the art and science of building successful organizations through thriving team members. If you believe it is possible to take care of your people and be successful in business too and aren’t quite sure how to get there, the Growth C ...
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Join our leadership experts for bi-weekly advice on how to develop consistent, capable and confident Supervisors, Managers and Team Leaders who drive safety, productivity, quality and team member engagement. In this series, we will highlight some of the key elements of the Front Line Leadership Training. This comprehensive approach will ensure a lasting change in the leadership approach and culture of your business to support high performance. As the number one choice for supervisor training ...
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Stern Chats is an MBA student-run podcast. Our Mission is to explore untold stories of students, alumni, administrators and faculty at NYU Stern. While NYU Stern is filled with impressive resumes, some of the best stories cannot be found on paper. Each episode features members of the Stern community and their personal stories and reflections. We hope that everyone—even beyond the walls of Stern—will listen, appreciate, and learn about the people that make the NYU Stern community what it is. ...
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Want to know the secrets of great leaders? In this show I will be exploring what makes an impactful leader; sharing stories of success and strategies that set them apart. If you are ambitious for your organisation but are struggling to identify what you can do differently as a leader to deliver the right improvements, then hit subscribe to learn how you can get clear on your strategy, implement some self-leadership and connect with those you serve. New episodes are released every fortnight. ...
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Welcome to Transformation Talks!, brought to you by Transforming Culture Consultants. Join Cindy Lacom, our Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, and Sharon Wilson, our Chief Mindset and Growth Officer, as they navigate the nuances of cultivating a transformative workplace culture. This podcast is your gateway to understanding the evolving landscape of workplace culture through the lens of diversity, inclusion, and intergenerational collaboration. Each episode dives deep into cruci ...
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Let’s Talk About Managing Dominant Personalities
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23:32Let's discuss the complexities of managing dominant personalities in the workplace. Learn why these personality types are common on the factory floor and how frontline leaders can transform potentially difficult employees into valuable team members.By Unique Training & Development
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No Deadlines, No Drive: How Schools' Deadline Practices Created a Generation Lacking Initiative
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33:25Hosted by Rebecca Burtram & Adam Howard | AscendED Consulting What if the biggest barrier to Gen Z’s performance isn’t motivation but the absence of deadlines in their education? In this episode, we unpack how schools’ shift to “no deadlines, no zeroes” created a generation that struggles with urgency, ownership, and time management. Now, those sam…
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Ep. 159: Industrial Hygiene | Your Guide to Hidden Workplace Hazards
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29:59Workplace hazards like noise, chemicals, and poor air quality often go unnoticed until employees develop serious symptoms. These invisible risks can lead to permanent health conditions and costly work comp claims. Industrial hygiene specialist Rhonda Kaufman explains how to identify hidden workplace hazards, address them cost-effectively, and prote…
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Leader Feeder Rewind: Unpacking Key Conversations in Leadership
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30:51In this special Leader Feeder Rewind episode, hosts Kirk Langford and Greg Schinkel look back at the most engaging and impactful leadership discussions from the past six months. Get ready to gain valuable insights and practical strategies to refine your leadership approach! If you are interested in the clips, you may be interested in the full episo…
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The Psychological Benefits of Consistent Accountability in the Workplace
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13:10Hosted by Rebecca Burtram & Adam Howard | AscendED Consulting What if accountability isn’t just about performance but also about mental health, motivation, and retention? In this episode, we break down the science-backed benefits of consistent accountability systems and explain why today’s teams, especially Gen Z, don’t just need feedback and goals…
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From the Classroom to Boardroom: How School Policies Harmed Gen Z in the Workplace
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19:26Hosted by Rebecca Burtram & Adam Howard | AscendED Consulting Gen Z is here, and leaders across industries are struggling to manage them. Low initiative. High turnover. Fragile under feedback. Sound familiar? In this episode, two former educators-turned-workplace consultants pull back the curtain on the real reason Gen Z is struggling at work: a sc…
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Ep. 158: Frequency vs. Severity | The Impact of Claims Big and Small
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26:37In the world of workers compensation, loss runs affect a business's risk evaluation. Underwriters look carefully at a company's claim history. This process gives them an understanding of how frequently claims are happening, how severe they are, and if a business is putting effort into reducing workplace risk. Learn the differing impact of claim fre…
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5 Ways to Make You a More Efficient Manufacturing Supervisor
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18:45Boost your efficiency as a manufacturing supervisor! Discover 5 ways to streamline operations, empower teams, and become a highly efficient manufacturing leader.By Unique Training & Development
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Handling Difficult Conversations at Work: 3 Conversations Every Manufacturing Manager Should Master
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22:44Struggling with a difficult conversation at work? Get proven tips for handling tough conversations as a manufacturing manager with confidence and clarity.By Unique Training & Development
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Ep. 157: Safety Recommendations | How Custom Solutions Benefit Businesses
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25:53For many policyholders, the thought of a visit from a loss prevention or safety consultant feels intimidating. It's easy to assume a visit like this is all about finding mistakes or pointing out what's wrong. But these visits aren't about catching business owners off guard; they are about helping them succeed. Learn how customized recommendations m…
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Effective Strategies to Manage a Multigenerational Workforce Team
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15:12Discover effective strategies to manage a multigenerational workforce team, enhancing communication and skills while turning challenges into benefits for all generations.By Unique Training & Development
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Ep. 156: Separating Fact and Fiction | Busting 7 Common Work Comp Myths
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30:06Many employers have misconceptions about how workers compensation actually works. Some don't understand what types of injuries are covered. Others aren't sure how claims impact their business - or how they can be involved in the process. These misunderstandings can lead to costly mistakes and missed opportunities to improve workplace safety. Separa…
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The Value of Embracing Workplace Diversity for Frontline Leadership
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11:00Join us as we discuss the importance and value of embracing workplace diversity for frontline leaders. We explore how a diverse team encompasses differences in ethnicity and language, age, technical skills, experience levels, and industry backgrounds. Discover how bringing together varied perspectives fuels improved problem-solving and innovation, …
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Ep. 155: Claims and Artificial Intelligence | Transforming the Post-Injury Process
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35:31Organizations are always looking for ways to be more efficient. While some of those efficiencies are gained through changing standard operating procedures, others come from technological advancements. Learn how artifical intelligence (AI) is set to change the work comp claim process, lowering costs and improving overall outcomes with Mark Phillips,…
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How Being Too Busy Affects Manufacturing Leadership Effectiveness
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21:56Busy schedules and excessive admin tasks often keep manufacturing leaders away from the floor, impacting team productivity and morale.By Unique Training & Development
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Ep. 154: The Policyholder Journey | A Guide to Work Comp with MEM
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29:50If you're a business owner, you know that workers compensation isn't just a policy. It's a tool to protect your employees and your bottom line. But what happens after you receive your policy? How can employers control work comp costs and set themselves up for a smooth renewal at the end of the year? Follow each step of the policyholder journey and …
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It’s the final episode of the season! Outgoing co-presidents Gauri Misra & Daulat Mahadik pass the torch to incoming president Mridula Rajagopal as the three of them reflect on their journeys with the club so far: what’s worked, what hasn’t, and their hopes and dreams for the future of Stern Chats. Join us in saying farewell to an incredible Season…
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In what is probably the biggest recession indicator of 2025, this Stern Chats episode belongs entirely to Stern Follies. Current Follies members Lipika Sadaram and JC Arenas burn Stern Chats resources to sit down with Co-Presidents Claire Hotvedt and Aastha Girotra. Claire and Aastha talk about how they got involved in Follies and the journey to cl…
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The Challenge of Retaining Manufacturing Employees
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15:38Reduce manufacturing turnover. Discover the 'Hope Slope' strategy: listen to your team, make impactful changes and build hope to retain valuable employees.By Unique Training & Development
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Sweat Equity | How Stern MBAs Conquer Marathons & Life
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42:59Join Ishana Nigam and Daulat Mahadik as they chat with fellow Stern MBAs and passionate runners, Maggie Kuenzi and Ricky Faillace. From qualifying for Boston on her first marathon to a 1,000-day running streak, Maggie shares what fuels her drive. Ricky opens up about running across Europe and his casual weekend half-marathons. Together, they reflec…
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Ep 153: Work Comp Claim Length | How Employers Can Improve Post-Incident Process
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34:26A claim that lingers for months—or even years—can create uncertainty, increase costs, and impact both the injured worker and the business. Several factors can keep a claim open longer than expected, such as medical complications or legal roadblocks. Learn why claims are often delayed, and what employers can do to help keep the process moving, with …
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Suzy Welch | Becoming You: Finding Your Purpose in Life
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33:19Just a month before the release of her upcoming book Becoming You: The Proven Method for Crafting Your Authentic Life and Career, Professor Suzy Welch returns to Stern Chats to discuss the Becoming You methodology, which she teaches at NYU. Professor Welch talks to hosts (and former Becoming You students) Arthur Paquet and Becky Davino about what m…
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How Frontline Leaders Can Identify and Harness Team Motivation
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19:59Unlock your team's potential! Discover the best strategies to inspire and motivate your team, drive success, and boost team morale as a frontline leader.By Unique Training & Development
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MBA1 Pulse Check Redux : Justin Shalap & Arjun Swaminathan
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27:19Six months to the day after their first Stern Chats appearance, MBA1s Justin Shalap and Arjun Swaminathan return to Stern Chats with hosts Brian Berry and Bhaskar Vadlamudi for a follow-up pulse check. Justin and Arjun reflect on the first year of the MBA program and look ahead to summer internships and becoming MBA2s. Along the way they share how …
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Ep. 152: Slips, Trips, and Falls | Don't Sweep Safety Risks Under the Rug
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30:18Slips, trips, and falls are a persistent problem across industries. Despite extensive studies, detailed recommendations, and countless safety initiatives, these incidents continue to rank as the number one cause of workplace injuries. Learn how these safety risks can be symptoms of an unhealthy company safety culture with Tim Wilson, Safety and Ris…
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Stern Chats x MENA: A Conversation with MENA’s Current & Future Leadership
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36:48Rita Bachkhanji and Omar Fahmy join host Mridula Rajagopal to discuss Stern’s MENA (Middle East and North Africa) club. Rita, a co-founder, shares what inspired her to establish MENA in 2024 as both a professional and cultural hub for students of MENA backgrounds and an educational space for allies. Omar, the incoming co-president for 2025-26, outl…
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Effective Communication for Frontline Leaders
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12:42Effective communication from frontline leaders enhances employee engagement, improves connection to strategy and empowers teams.By Unique Training & Development
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Special Edition: How to Navigate Uncertainty and Drive Business Performance in Any Climate
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14:25Uncertainty in business? We wanted to share an episode of our sister podcast, Accelerating Operational Performance, hosted by Greg Schinkel. Learn how effective leadership can turn challenges into opportunities. Discover strategies to navigate uncertainty, improve operational efficiency, and boost your team's performance. You can watch this episode…
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Michael North : Coming Together In An Aging And Multigenerational Workforce
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35:31Hosts Smriti Ahuja and Gauri Misra welcome back esteemed Associate Professor of Management and Organizations, Michael North, to explore his research on the aging and multigenerational workforce and its impact on the workplace, the current political climate, perceptions of gender norms, and our lives as MBA students and beyond. Professor North also …
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Ep. 151: New Hire Onboarding | Setting New Employees Up for Success
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29:30Year over year, new hires account for many on-the-job injuries. With increased turnover and higher expectations, employers often expect new hires to get right to work without proper onboarding and training. Expecting a new hire to use "common sense" while working is not a safety strategy. Learn how to properly onboard new hires and set them up for …
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In collaboration with Stern Women in Business and in honor of International Women's Day, Stern Chats sits down with Jennifer Wynn, Clinical Associate Professor at NYU Stern who teaches courses including Difficult Conversations and Reparative Conversations. In this Women's Day Special, hosts Radhini Sridhara and Nikita Garg chat with Professor Wynn …
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How Manufacturing Leaders Can Turn Complaints into Teamwork
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11:09Manufacturing leaders can transform complaints into teamwork through effective shift management.By Unique Training & Development
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Alison Taylor : Sustainability, Higher Ground, and Life Outside Work
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37:34As businesses increasingly deal with navigating the gray area between right and wrong, Stern Chats brings you insights from Alison Taylor, Professor of Sustainability for Competitive Advantage and Professional Responsibility at Stern! Professor Taylor joins hosts Nikhita Ramakrishnan and Kovin Sachdev as the trio navigates the winding decision jour…
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Ep. 150: From Baby Boomers to Gen Z | Building Safety Programs for a Multigenerational Workforce
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30:06Across industries, many companies share a commonality: a multigenerational workforce. Whether it's fresh-from-school Gen Z new hires to seasoned baby boomers, employers face the challenge of creating a safety program that works for everyone. Learn how to bridge the gap between generations - and keep everyone safe - with Curt DeWeese of Briotix Heal…
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Admissions Insights with Matthew Moll, Director of MBA Admissions
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35:20As MBA application season continues, Stern Chats brings you some insider insights from Stern Admissions! Director of MBA Admissions, Matthew Moll, joins hosts Mridula Rajagopal and Radhini Sridhara to share his tips for Stern MBA applicants and to discuss the wealth of courses and experiential opportunities that future Sternies can look forward to.…
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Overcoming Communication Silos in Industrial Teams
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13:30Break down communication silos within your company to enhance collaboration among teams and departments. Discover strategies to identify and overcome these barriers.By Unique Training & Development
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"What do global businesses owe to the faraway workers and partners that make their products?" Professor Michael Posner, the Jerome Kohlberg Professor of Ethics and Finance and the Director of the Center for Business and Human Rights at the NYU Stern School of Business, asks this question at the start of his new book Conscience Incorporated: Pursue …
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Ep. 149: Safety Grant Program | Investing in Innovation and Risk Reduction
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43:56Every business faces safety challenges. For some companies, addressing those challenges can become difficult or cumbersome. The cost could potentially grow too high for them to afford. MEM offers an opportunity to help offset those costs and tackle safety challenges head-on. Discover how MEM's Safety Grant program offers businesses the opportunity …
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Love is in the air (and ears) this week as married MBA2s Lolo Giuliani and Lucas Biondi Sanchez join Stern Chats for our Valentine's Day Special! Lolo and Lucas sit down with hosts Ishana Nigam and Claire Lichtenstein to share moments from their story including the modern-dating method they used to find each other and what it was like to apply for …
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How to Become a More Proactive Frontline Leader
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12:44Unlock your potential as a frontline leader! Discover how to develop your leadership skills and engage your workforce through effective frontline leadership training.By Unique Training & Development
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MBA3 Reflections with KJ Brown & Arnab Chatterjee
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45:22How does a recent Stern MBA grad look back on their time in the program? Guests KJ Brown and Arnab Chatterjee (FT MBA '24) join host Gauri Misra to reflect on their two years at Stern and share why they felt an MBA was right for them, how they made the most of their time at Stern, and how the experience still affects them almost a year out. Stay un…
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Ep. 148: Safety Communication | Creating a Safety Strategy for All Audiences
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39:09In today's workplace, safety isn't considered a "sexy" topic. Some employers consider safety communication challenging, unengaging, and not always very impactful. What if there was a better way to engage employees? Learn how to plan your safety communication strategically and take your audience into consideration with Blaine Hoffman, host of the Sa…
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Essential Leadership Traits for Manufacturing Supervisors
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10:52These essential leadership traits for manufacturing supervisors build trust in the workplace, create a culture of credibility, and foster high-performing teams.By Unique Training & Development
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Ep. 147: Fidget Toys | Sharpening Focus and Engagement in the Workplace
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34:09Consistent safety training is essential to protecting employees. Not only does it help prevent on-the-job injuries, but it also controls work comp costs. While much of today's training is regulatory or an industry requirement, it isn't always engaging. As a consequence, employees may unplug and miss critical information. Learn how fidget toys, and …
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How to Lead Through Change and Uncertainty
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12:27Equip yourself with the strategies to successfully lead your manufacturing team through change. Discover how to maintain morale, improve communication, and achieve organizational goals.By Unique Training & Development
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Ep. 146: Early Intervention | Prevent Pain from Becoming a Future Problem
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32:27At some point in our lives, we all experience aches and pains. Often, these pains are temporary. But at other times, the discomfort eventually becomes a part of our everyday lives. Understanding the source of the pain is important, but so is addressing it before it becomes difficult to manage. Learn the importance of early intervention in preventin…
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Merry Christmas from Stern Chats! In addition to juggling courses and careers, many Sternies actively pursue creative passions outside the classroom. In our last episode of 2024, host Arthur Paquet talks to Sternie comedians Claire Lichtenstein and Jonnathon Stadwick. Claire and Jonn share how they got into comedy and what brought them to Stern bef…
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Ep. 145: Watson Concrete | Where Safety is a Core Value and Commitment
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30:51Many of MEM's policyholders have found ways to go above and beyond keeping their employees safe - they help them work with confidence. At one organization, safety isn't just a concept - it's a core value and a daily commitment made by each employee. Discover why Watson Concrete has become a standout in its industry for its safety culture with its o…
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Consulting Insights From The Field: Julia Lamm & Prof. Bhushan Sethi
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37:47In this episode, hosts Bhaskar and Daulat welcome Bhushan Sethi, an Adjunct Professor at Stern, and Julia Lamm, a Stern MBA graduate from the Class of 2011. Both guests are Partners at PwC Strategy&. The discussion delves into the evolving consulting industry, key trends shaping the business landscape, and essential skills for thriving in today’s w…
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Join Greg Schinkel and Kirk Langford as they rewind through previous episodes, unearthing valuable leadership tips and insights. Learn the essential qualities of effective leadership and discover the power of self-awareness, curiosity, and continuous learning in driving performance and empowering teams. Here are the clips and links to the full epis…
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