Episodes
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with Stephanie Harrison, founder of The New Happy and author of New Happy: Getting Happiness Right in a World That’s Got It Wrong. In a wide-ranging conversation, Stephanie discusses her science-backed approach to happiness, and explains how accessing our unique gifts and giving back to the community can lead to joy and fulfillment.
Published 05/15/24
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with speaker, workplace mental health consultant, and executive Morra Aarons-Mele, author of The Anxious Achiever: Turn Your Biggest Fears into Your Leadership Superpower to discuss how to manage the anxiety that comes with succeeding and leading.
Published 05/08/24
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with climate psychologist Renée Lertzman to discuss the emotional effects of climate change and how we can become more resilient. Lertzman, the author of Environmental Melancholia: Psychoanalytic dimensions of engagement, offers suggestions about how individuals, organizations, and leaders can work together to alleviate climate anxiety, as well as finding ways to...
Published 03/27/24
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with user researcher, writer, illustrator, and consultant Ximena Vengoechea, author of Rest Easy: Discover Calm and Abundance through the Radical Power of Rest. In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Ximena talk about the importance of resting and recharging in order to lead a fulfilling and productive life. Ximena offers guidance on how to get the deep rest we...
Published 02/28/24
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with grief expert Rebecca Soffer, author, co-founder, and CEO of Modern Loss. In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Rebecca discuss loss and resilience, and how to overcome the stigma of grief.
Published 02/14/24
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with Dr. Vanessa Patrick , Professor of Marketing and Associate Dean of Research at the Bauer College of Business at the University of Houston, and the author of The Power of Saying No: The New Science of How to Say No that Puts You in Charge of Your Life. In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Vanessa discuss why it can be so hard to say no, and Vanessa shares...
Published 01/31/24
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with Joanne Stephane, Executive Director of the Deloitte DEI Institute, and Kenji Yoshino, Professor of Constitutional Law at NYU and faculty director of the Meltzer Center for Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging. In a wide-ranging conversation, they discuss the practice of “covering,” in which people downplay aspects of their identity at work to avoid negative...
Published 01/17/24
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with Dr. Kelly Monahan, Managing Director of the Upwork Research Institute. In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Kelly explore strategies to create flexible working environments that power the growth of organizations and the people who work for them — and that redefine productivity and success for a new era.
Published 12/13/23
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with Annie Dean, the global head of Team Anywhere at Atlassian and an expert on remote and flexible work. In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Annie go beyond surface-level questions of whether or not to return to the office and discuss how true flexibility at work leads to greater productivity and more meaningful connections.
Published 11/29/23
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with Tia Graham, founder of Arrive at Happy and author of Be A Happy Leader. In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Tia discuss the meaning of happiness and share how happy leaders can create workplaces where everyone feels valued.
Published 11/15/23
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with Selena Rezvani, author of Quick Confidence: Be Authentic, Create Connections and Make Bold Bets on Yourself. In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Selena talk about how to build confidence, believe in your own strengths and trust your intuition by taking small daily steps.
Published 11/01/23
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with Karen Eber, Chief Storyteller at Eber Leadership Group and author of The Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories that Inform, Influence, and Inspire. In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Karen talk about the art of public speaking and share advice from their own experiences on the TEDx stage.
Published 10/18/23
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with Karen Eber, Chief Storyteller at Eber Leadership Group and author of The Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories that Inform, Influence, and Inspire. In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Karen talk about the art of storytelling as a tool that can help leaders inspire action and create a more connected culture. Karen offers guidance about what kind of stories to...
Published 10/04/23
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with Dr. Gabriella Rosen Kellerman, physician, entrepreneur, and co-author of Tomorrowmind: Thriving at Work with Resilience, Creativity, and Connection—Now and in an Uncertain Future. In a wide-ranging conversation, Gabriella and Jen discuss mindset shifts and Microsteps that help us build resilience, foster creativity, and succeed at work — and why qualities like...
Published 09/20/23
In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive Global’s Human Sustainability Hub and Human Sustainability Leader at Deloitte, sits down with best-selling author and executive coach Brad Stulberg, author of the new book Master Of Change: How to Excel When Everything is Changing - Including You. In their wide-ranging conversation, Brad and Jen share mindset shifts and Microsteps for embracing change, establishing routines, and navigating it all with less stress and...
Published 09/06/23
Work and our relationship to it is evolving. As workforce demographics shift, what employees prioritize for themselves and what they expect from their employer is also changing. Two recently released Deloitte reports, the 2023 Gen Z and Millennial Survey and the 2nd Annual Well-being at Work Survey, shed light on what leaders need to do to meet these evolving expectations. On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Kwasi Mitchell, chief purpose and DEI officer at Deloitte, about driving purpose...
Published 08/23/23
In 1938, the Harvard Study of Adult Development was created to understand the secret to a long and happy life. While the study is still going on today, the findings uncovered that the quality of our relationships correlates directly to our longevity and happiness, and has provided insight into what we can do differently to live a longer and more fulfilling life. On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Dr. Robert Waldinger, a psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, and a Zen Priest, about the study’s...
Published 08/09/23
Self-care is a popular term, but what is it really? Real self-care is hard work and involves making difficult choices in your own life. How can we change our mindset around self-care to ensure that we're taking care of ourselves and not just following the latest faux-wellness fads? On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Dr. Pooja Lakshmin, a board-certified psychiatrist, a clinical assistant professor, author of Real Self-Care, and the founder and CEO of Gemma, about what real self-care is,...
Published 07/26/23
Sleep is essential to our health and well-being, but millions of Americans have chronic or ongoing sleep disorders. With over 80 different sleep disorders in existence, it’s important that we all increase our sleep education and build more awareness in our communities. On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Lindsay Scola, speaker, writer, and part of the Rising Voices of Narcolepsy program at Project Sleep, about her narcolepsy diagnosis journey, and on expanding conversations around patient...
Published 07/12/23
Our relationship with work is complicated. We want to be successful and do well at our job, but we also want to live a full and energized life. Is it possible to do both, or can we only be successful at work if we sacrifice our well-being? On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Sara Ross, Chief Vitality Officer at the leadership research firm, BrainAmped, and author of the book Dear Work: Something Has to Change, about how to create energy in people’s lives and at work.
Published 06/28/23
Personal time is vital to our health and well-being, but in modern society it's also difficult to find and manage. On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Eve Rodsky, Harvard-educated lawyer, and best-selling author of the books Fair Play and Find Your Unicorn Space, about how balancing domestic or professional work can help you regain interest in your own life.
Published 06/14/23
Time is a precious resource, yet we live in a culture that constantly makes us feel like we never have enough of it. With only 24 hours in a day, countless distractions, and growing to-do lists, how can we make sure we are spending our time on the things that matter and give us joy? On this episode, Jen Fisher, talks with Cassie Holmes, award-winning teacher and researcher, professor of at UCLA's Anderson School of Management, and best-selling author of the book, Happier Hour, about how being...
Published 03/15/23
Many organizations have perks and programs designed to enhance employee wellness, but these efforts often miss the mark in actually boosting worker well-being. On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Dr. Richard Safeer, Chief Medical Director of employee health and well-being for Johns Hopkins Medicine and author of A Cure for the Common Company: A Well-Being Prescription for a Happier, Healthier, and More Resilient Workforce about the importance of truly building well-being into the core of...
Published 03/01/23
You don’t often hear the words work and play together. You couldn’t possibly be productive at work and have fun at the same time. Could you? Yes. On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Gary Ware, author of Playful Rebellion and founder of Breakthrough Play, about the importance of fun in the workplace and the gifts play can bring including vulnerability, quicker problem solving, and joy.
Published 02/15/23