How do we separate our work selves and our personal lives when technology and social media have made those lines blurrier than ever? Joining us today to unpack this topic and three key “future of work” trends is Elizabeth J. Sandler, founder and CEO of Echo Juliette, a forward-thinking company that works with executive teams on strategy and leadership development. Elizabeth is a seasoned professional with 25 years of experience as a COO and Strategist in Investment Banking and Private Equity in the US and UK. In 2019 she left her corporate career to pursue her mission of making workplaces more successful and fulfilling for everyone. Her company Juliette Works advises organizations on investing in Key-Suite women — a fundamental component of any organization. Elizabeth also serves on the board of two public companies, two private equity funds, and two non-profits, and is a sought-after speaker at conferences, companies, and universities. In today’s conversation, we hear from Elizabeth about three top-of-mind “future of work” trends, before discussing how a comprehensive understanding of these trends today can serve us in the long run. Tuning in you’ll learn about the transformative potential of AI in our work lives; how companies should be approaching social media; and the key things we need to understand about the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) landscape. The introduction of technologies like generative AI has already had a huge impact on how we work, but this is only the beginning. How we choose to show up and implement these technologies will shape our work lives for years to come. To hear all of Elizabeth’s thought-provoking insights on the transformative impact these developments could have on the future of work, be sure to tune in today! Key Highlights From This Episode: • Introducing today’s guest, Elizabeth J. Sandler, and the story of how she and Kathy connected and became friends. [02:06] • Unpacking generative AI in the workplace as a “future of work” trend and the transformational impact it could have on our work lives. [09:55] • The limitations of standard stock images, navigating inherent bias, and how businesses can use generative AI for consistent, creative, and specific branding. [12:13] • How AI can be integrated with leading technologies to help humans in the workplace. [20:50] • The expertise required to prompt generative AI in a way that will eliminate bias and ensure proper diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). [25:31] • Breaking down the impact of social media as a “future of work” trend; the complexity of how we embody (and separate) our work and personal selves online. [28:33] • Being open to understanding different perspectives at work, and why an alignment of values between yourself and your organization is so important. [35:32] • Unpacking DEI as a “future of work” trend; the growing scope of DEI efforts and the challenge of managing it all. [45:11] • Cultivating more empathy for the lived experiences of others. [49:49] • Discover where you can go to find Elizabeth’s work and connect online. [26:23]   For More Information: Echo Juliette Elizabeth J. Sandler on LinkedIn Elizabeth J. Sandler Linktree Juliette Works Juliette Works on Facebook Juliette Works on Instagram   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Read Kathy’s article ‘The 'Barbie' Movie Missed the Mark for Me - Did It Work For You?’ Check out the LinkedIn post and poll that connected Elizabeth and Kathy Listen to Episode 270: Masculinity at a Key Crossroads with Ludo Gabriele Visit Midjourney to use generative AI to create consistent branding imagery Check out Adobe’s generative AI tools, Firefly and Sensei GenAI Use DALL·E to create images from text Discover how to use Pictory for video creation Learn about Elizabeth’s Core Values  _________________________   Are you ready for a BIG positive shift in how you’re wor