This week on our rapid-fire Q&A, Bob Moritz, the Global Chairman of PwC, shares his trajectory from an early career in accounting to the top of PwC. Bob shares the lessons he learned as his career priorities shifted, why he wants his team to hold him accountable, and why the key to a successful career is to be a knowledge sharer, not a knowledge hoarder. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Bob...

Attracting top talent, developing them, and preparing them for their next venture is a core part of PwC’s strategy. Which means Bob Mortiz, the firm’s Global Chairman, has figured out the flow of employee retention/replacement like no one else. For him, it’s comes down to making sure your employees understand the strategy and have time to learn skills to prepare them for future jobs. In today's podcast conversation, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth and Senior Producer Nina Melendez talk...

This week on our rapid-fire Q&A, Tiffany Williams, Steph Curry's indispensable right-hand and COO of Thirty Ink, reveals insights into her dynamic work life and what it takes to work with an NBA superstar. Tiffany tells us how she hesitantly took a reception desk job for the Golden State Warriors and how it ended up being a pivotal moment in her career. She also shares her secret to staying productive and explains how the unexpected challenge her love of reading poses to her success....

How do you chart a path to the very top from an unconventional beginning? For Tiffany Williams, COO of Thirty Ink, the parent company of Steph Curry's various ventures, it all comes down to making yourself known. She began as a receptionist for the Warriors and set about making herself known -- and indispensable. In today's podcast conversation, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth and Senior Producer Nina Melendez talk through Williams' career story and the lessons it has for all of us. They...

The team at "This is Working with Dan Roth" is excited to share this preview of Building One, the newest addition to the LinkedIn Podcast Network. Building One is hosted by Tomer Cohen, LinkedIn's Chief Product Officer. In this series of engaging one-on-one conversations with accomplished product leaders, you'll trace the professional journeys of today's top builders, gain insights into the intricacies of product development, and glimpse the stories behind the tech world's most impactful...

This week, Belén Garijo, the CEO of Merck KGaA, takes center stage in a rapid-fire round of questioning about how she works and leads a company older than the United States. Belén shares how the pandemic brought out the best in her team, why alignment meetings before meetings drive her up the wall, and why she believes in the importance of being self aware. "If you look at yourself with a critical eye, you always find ways for you to develop," says Garijo. Got questions you want to hear on...

Merck KGaA may be the oldest company to appear on This is Working. Its CEO, Belén Garijo, oversees this diverse health, life science, and electronics company in its 13th generation. In this conversation, Dan and Nina dig into why Belén is such an effective leader for the Merck KGaA of today, how crucial it is to hire for potential, and why the future of networking within large companies is building community. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Belén Garijo on the LinkedIn News...

This week, Bill Shufelt, Athletic Brewing Company co-founder, takes center stage in a rapid-fire round of questioning about how he works. In a candid, quick-fire round, Bill shares how a positive mindset keeps him at the top of his game, how he sets himself up for success by doing one simple thing the night before, and why moving up and moving on is critical to startup success. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag...

There's a solid chance that if you were running a 5k or a half-marathon in Athletic Brewing Company's early days, Bill Shufelt handed you a non-alcoholic beer. He's been on a mission to transform how Americans think about drinking and social events, and has been a major force in the sober-curious movement. In this episode, Bill joins LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth to talk about Athletic Brewing's journey from an idea to the number one non-alcoholic beer in America. They talk about what...

This week, Leah Smart, host of LinkedIn's award-winning podcast, "Everyday Better," sits in the spotlight for a rapid-fire round of questioning about how she works. In a sit-down with Senior Producer Nina Melendez, Leah offers a peek into her ritual for making the most of her mornings, explains the importance of having specific action items for a really productive and meaningful 1:1, shares her podcast's origin story, and offers listeners a behind-the-scenes glimpse into how she applies some...

This week, Joaquin Duato, CEO of Johnson & Johnson, sits in the spotlight for a rapid-fire round of questioning about how he works. Joaquin shares his favorite recent reads, advocates for patience as an essential for success in both work and in life, and explains why it's hard to receive honest feedback as a CEO and how he navigates that challenge. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Joaquin Duato,...

Job hopping is the norm these days, so Joaquin Duato’s 34-year dedication to Johnson & Johnson stands out as a remarkable feat – it’s also a testament to the opportunities that come from being loyal to a single company. In this episode, hosts Nina Melendez and Dan Roth dig into the power of saying “yes” to new opportunities and how that helped pave Joaquin's path to the C-suite. They talk about how to trust your manager to have your best interests in mind, debate whether senior leaders...

This week, Jon Haber, co-founder of Giant Spoon - the creative advertising juggernaut that stirs up attention via big, interactive marketing campaigns, sits in the spotlight for a rapid-fire round of questioning about how he works. Jon divulges his sure-fire trick to beat procrastination, how to leverage naivety for early career achievement, and why he thinks following your dreams is the wrong way to succeed in the marketplace. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or...

In a world where companies crave creative talent, Jon Haber of Giant Spoon stands out as someone who has mastered the ability to pull creativity out of every member of his staff – regardless of their roles. Giant Spoon is the advertising agency known for innovative campaigns like Stranger Things’ Upside Down on the Empire State Building and General Electric's New York Times takeover. In this episode, Nina and Dan discuss insights from Dan's conversation with Jon, highlighting how...

This week, Dr. Fei-Fei Li, known as the godmother of AI, sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how she works. Fei-Fei shares why she makes sure always to get a good night's sleep, how her high school mentor put her on the path to success, and describes how a cognitive psychologist's research paper became a catalyst for her own groundbreaking contributions to the field of artificial intelligence. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment...

AI is fundamentally transforming the workplace, with pioneering technologies like ChatGPT sparking both excitement and concern. According to McKinsey & Co., 55% of global organizations have adopted AI; in the U.S. that number is 73%, according to PwC. In this episode, Dan and Tanya Dua, Tech editor at LinkedIn News and stand-in for Nina Melendez, discuss Dan’s recent interview with Fei-Fei Li who is known as the godmother of AI. Dan and Tanya talk about the necessity of keeping humanity...

This week, Mark C. Thompson, sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how he works. Mark shares how Charles Schwab significantly influenced his career, why he believes many influential people struggle with goal-setting, and how his experience playing the trumpet shaped his leadership skills. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Mark Thompson, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on...

Happy New Year! Our team at This is Working is kicking off 2024 with an energizing discussion featuring the wisdom of star executive coach Mark C. Thompson. Mark's clientele includes Jeff Bezos, Richard Branson, Venus Williams...and by extension, listeners of This is Working. Dan and Nina dig into Mark's advice on goal setting, skilling up, and how identifying our biggest passions can set us up for success. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Mark Thompson on the LinkedIn News...

Just a few years ago, Barnes & Noble was nearing retail oblivion. Enter expert bookstore owner and new CEO James Daunt, who has trusted in the B&N booksellers to connect with their consumers and revive the brand. In this episode, Nina and Dan highlight takeaways from Dan’s recent conversation with James. They discuss how to revamp a company threatened by Amazon, whether leveling up your employees really helps morale, and why it can be so freeing to stay relaxed when things go...

This week, we put James Daunt, Barnes & Noble CEO, to the hot seat for a quickfire session where he reveals insights about his work habits. James talks about why he'd part with his phone but never his cherished fountain pen, shares his deep enthusiasm for today's bestselling authors, and even spills a surprising secret about his reading preferences. Got a business book James should put on his must-read list? Add to the unofficial canon of business books by posting on LinkedIn using the...

Earlier this week, we put one of the Property Brothers, Jonathan Scott, in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how they work. Today, we welcome his brother Drew Scott. Drew shares his thoughts on loyalty, punctuality, and the power in understanding yourself and the way you work.  Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag, #ThisIsWorking. Follow HGTV, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

This week, we put both of the Property Brothers in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how they work. First up, in this episode: Jonathan Scott. Jonathan shares the unusual item he carries with him everywhere (even into our studios), his methodology for ruthless productivity, and how a lesson from his first mentor, a magician, set the stage for his future ethos and success. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the...

Over the last few years, Drew and Jonathon Scott - best known as The Property Brothers - have grown their entrepreneurial empire well beyond their HGTV stardom. They run a thriving production company, have a stylish line of home goods, and have even ventured into solar sustainability. In this episode, Nina and Dan highlight takeaways from Dan’s recent conversation with The Property Brothers. The conversation ranges from working smarter, not harder, to why convening a personal board of...

This week, Andrew Seaman, Senior Managing Editor for Jobs & Career Development at LinkedIn News, and host of LinkedIn's job search podcast, "Get Hired," sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how he works. Andrew shares the bag that has him prepped for just about any situation, which newscasters he wrote to for early motivation (and what responses he got), and why he recommends pursuing contentment - not love - for job satisfaction. Got questions you want to hear...