This week on the Bricks+Brands Podcast, my featured guest draws on a broad range of experiences as a corporate HR professional, public speaker, career coach, classical musician, and a proud introvert to inspire others towards meaningful work and productive workplace relationships.Throughout this conversation, we cover:Value of a Professional CommunityNetworking for IntrovertsProductive Communicationand More!Meet ErichErich is actively involved in cultivating a community of HR professionals across the United States to solve real problems. He is the owner of Harmony Insights, a company that helps organizations and consultants leverage the DISC personality assessment. He is the founder of HRHotSeat, an inclusive mastermind community of real HR pros solving real HR problems.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bricksbrandspod)

This week on the Bricks+Brands Podcast, my featured guest uses experiential hip-hop inspired training methodologies to help his clients achieve their business goals.Throughout this conversation, we cover:Workplace Culture Creative Problem-Solving Collaboration Innovation AR/VR/MR Inclusivity; and More!Meet Jason William JohnsonJason is actively involved in the Chicago business community as an entrepreneur,  professor, small business ecosystem leader,  and hip-hop artist/producer. As if he wasn’t busy enough, Jason is also a doctoral candidate in Organizational Leadership. Connect with Jason in the Bricks+Brands NetworkRequest to Join Learn More www.notoriousbiz.comConnect with Jason on LinkedInSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bricksbrandspod)

I had the great opportunity to meet Brian Reinbold  at a virtual event, hosted a mutual friend. From that initial meeting, we chatted via Zoom and quickly became friends. We touch on a variety of topics throughout our conversation, but the common theme throughout is a motto that Brian proudly wears on his myriad of T-shirts: "Celebrate Every Day."In this episode we talk about finding our purpose and how it can help guide you through life. We touch on leadership, workplace culture, play, teamwork, and so much more!Meet BrianBRIAN REINBOLD is at his best when he is helping others to become their best. He is the eternal optimist, an enlightening and uplifting speaker, and a community builder who inspires people in all walks of life to rise and meet their challenges through the service of others. With his innovative approach to leadership development, soothing voice, engaging sense of humor, passion for mentoring, and ability to harness the power of analogy to create the aha moment, Brian invites you to dream bigger, accomplish more, and have more fun than you ever thought possible.Brian is the architect of a successful career that spans business ownership, consulting, coaching, sales management, sales training, philanthropy, professional speaking, and broadcasting, As the host of the BraveHearts Radio Show on Voice America Internet Radio, he is taking the thought leadership conversation to the next level, providing an outlet for experts to broaden their reach and find a target audience. As the Mission Specialist, he is elevating the profile of BraveHearts for Kids, a charity organization that supports the needs of pediatric cancer patients and their families. Through his corporate board experience, broadcasting platform, writings, and instructional methods, Brian is crystallizing the concept of mission-building behavior and helping mission-driven organizations connect with their employees and/or constituents. He is known as a design thinker and a dot connector who can align people with ideas, course a path, and generate a best-fit solution. His vision is to create an environment that supports open communication, increases employee and customer retention, and drives profitability.About BraveHearts for KidsBraveHearts for Kids is a national 501(c)(3) public charity with a mission of providing life-saving treatments, hope, and inspiration to families facing a pediatric cancer ordeal through outreach, information, and mentoring.Adopting the title of Mission Specialist to align with Bravehearts’ connection to NASA, Brian builds on a tradition of excellence in corporate board service in a leadership role akin to a chief operating officer. He oversees the operations of the organization and manages the resources that build capacity and drive the success of each initiative. In Brian’s words, “I don’t fly the rockets; I just make sure the mission gets accomplished.” At the focus of Brian’s work is elevating the national profile of BraveHearts through outreach and coordination of the fundraising effort. He is interested in connecting with servant business leaders, community leaders, people focused on social advocacy, unity, and constructive civic discourse, and influencers who leverage their status to lift people’s spirits and give them purpose and cause. Brain.fm Our science-first approach creates music that sounds different–and affects your brain differently.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bricksbrandspod)

Creativity is becoming an essential skill in the workplace of tomorrow. And yet, it is getting squandered by the push from employers to be more productive. Here's the thing: creativity is not the polar opposite of productivity. In fact, when we can tap into our creativity, we're able to solve problems much more quickly, be more productive, and collaborate with less friction. When leaders allow their teams the environment to fully express themselves creatively, it often leads to amazing innovations as well as a stronger team bond, a feeling of ownership in the project, and more willing to implement and adapt the solution going forward. In this episode, I explore three reasons why creativity will become an essential skill in the workplace. Brain.fm Our science-first approach creates music that sounds different–and affects your brain differently.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bricksbrandspod)

I came across PlayAction International while scrolling through Twitter. Something about the organization caught my attention and I felt called to send them a message to connect and learn more. I quickly received a response from the marketing team and was connected with Murielle Maupoint, CEO of the organization and my guest this week. In this episode, we discuss leading through COVID, what play is and why it is critical, not only for child development, but for workplace cultures. We chat about creativity and how following your curiosity can lead to better performance, both individually and as a team.  Meet MurielleI am a Dreamer. I am a Do-er, I am a Believer. I believe every one of us can do things we never imagined possible. I believe we each have far more power, courage and passion than we give ourselves credit for. I believe the world can be a better place. I believe we can each make a massive difference to our lives, those of others and the world through our individual and collective thoughts and actions. I believe that we have a responsibility to make this life the best life we can possibly experience. An inspired and inspirational life full of passion, purpose, love and fulfilment. My aim is to facilitate and motivate as many people as possible to stop existing and to start living!Recently recognised as Inspiring Leader 2020 for outstanding leadership during COVID. Connect with MurielleFollow Murielle on LinkedinConnect with Murielle inside the Bricks+Brands Network and continue the conversationAbout Play Action InternationalWe work in disadvantaged communities, focusing on enhancing children’s learning, development and access to education through play. We take an innovative child-centred approach to education and use the power of play to transform the lives of children through our play programmes.We work with some of the most vulnerable children and communities in the world, supporting children living in extreme poverty and those experiencing danger, displacement, conflict and natural/humanitarian disasters.We work with children, parents, caregivers, teachers, community leaders and NGOs to highlight the importance of play and enable them to integrate play-based initiatives for enhanced education, health and development outcomes.To learn more and donate, visit www.playactioninternational.orgBrain.fm Our science-first approach creates music that sounds different–and affects your brain differently.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bricksbrandspod)

When it comes to understanding organizational structure, processes, and systems in order to produce the best results, my guest is one of the best at helping her clients turn their ideas into reality. In this episode, Michelle and I explore entrepreneurship and corporate cultures. As an entrepreneur, it's easy to get stuck in the mindset of "having to do it all," whereas in corporate, you may have a wide set of skills, but also a team around you. We cover a range of topics ranging from the differences between corporate cultures, entrepreneurship, and startups to the future of work to the intricacies of employee being either introverted or extraverted. Will be go back to the office? Will we find a groove with a hybrid work experience? Meet Michelle CalcagniIf you ask Michelle what kind of work excites her, she’ll quickly jump into stories about how women coming together can inspire, support and help each other to succeed. That’s why, after five years in business, she decided to take PhoneBox in a new direction and to focus on women entrepreneurs. As she’d tell you herself, she spent most of her career helping big companies be successful – now it’s her chance to help the smaller ones get a chance at those opportunities (and revenue). Connect with MichelleLearn more about her work at PhoneBox GroupFollow Michelle on LinkedInJoin the Bricks+Brands Network and connect directly with MichelleBrain.fm Our science-first approach creates music that sounds different–and affects your brain differently.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bricksbrandspod)

What lessons have you learned from the past 12 months? In this episode, Benjamin explores three big lessons that have played an influential part in the accelerated growth of not only his business, but his personal development. Have you joined the Bricks+Brands Network? Request to Join and be part of a worldwide community of leaders who want to redefine the future of work, starting with how we show up and lead teams. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bricksbrandspod)

Question: What do you get when you combine curiosity, engineering, and physiology?Answer: A remarkably awesome human named Emily Elrod!In this episode, we dive in a variety of topics around leadership, performance management, accountability, workplace culture, and the future of work. Meet EmilyHer clients describe Emily Elrod as energetic, wiser beyond her years, and the person that gets things done. Her husband describes her as a blonde, good momma, and animal philanthropist.But if you ask her, she is just a lover of humanity, dark chocolate, and nouns as she will gladly nerd out with you on ways people, places, and things (aka nouns) go from stressed to strategic as she helps them perform at their top potential. She has a background in textile design and an MS with a focus in Physiology. She is blessed to own a performance management company called Workzbe that is trusted by many worldwide - from Fortune 500's companies, manufacturing, utilities, healthcare systems, banking institutions, and collegiate/ professional athletics.Connect with EmilyConnect with Emily on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyelrod/Learn more about Emily and her work here: https://www.workzbe.comSponsor of this EpisodeBrain.fm | Our science-first approach creates music that sounds different–and affects your brain differently.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Brain.fm Our science-first approach creates music that sounds different–and affects your brain differently.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bricksbrandspod)

That happened to me when Leah and I first chatted over Zoom. There was a magnetic energy to her that just pulled me in.In this episode, we cover a range of topics around self-leadership, awareness, and Leah's specialty, getting into a state of BE-ing. She candidly shares her BE methodology framework and generously provides strategies for how to begin shifting your mindset towards your true vision for your life and career.Learn more about Leah's work here: http://Leahroling.comConnect with Leah on LinkedIn: https://LinkedIn/leahrolingConnect with Leah on Instagram: https://instagram.com/leahrolingWant Killer Confidence? Join Leah's 3-part Mini Video CourseMeet LeahLeah Roling is a “mostly” happy, loved wife, proud mama of 3 amazing, and sometimes naughty boys and my awesome, all love St. Bernadoodle, Macc, who I believe is perfect. A guacamole obsessed, LEO, enneagram 3, self-care junkie.She is a thought coach and strategist, author, public speaker and unapologetically imperfect.After 25+ years in corporate she left and started her own coaching company and methodology. After spending 30 years trying to find her worth in accomplishing, trying harder, doing more, searching for answers, finding none she had an epiphany. The answers were never found because she was solving the wrong problem.Her quest is to help people to see that there is nothing wrong with them. They don’t need fixed. The only thing that needs “fixed” is the belief that they do. Her BE method ™️ is a combination of her personal development journey along with her multiple certifications and degrees in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Neurolinguistics programming, Hypnosis, Quantum Science, Metacognition and Metaphysics, and Phd programming.This method combines a framework for thinking along with a state of being. This method has been consistently producing results for hundreds of Entrepreneurs, Business owners, CEOs, and Leaders all around the country.She values FAITH, FAMILY and FUN. Her big scary goal: UNCONDITIONAL LOVE for everyone, including herself.Brain.fm Our science-first approach creates music that sounds different–and affects your brain differently.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bricksbrandspod)

Welcome to the Bricks+Brands Podcast! I'm your host, Benjamin Warsinske. The aim of this show is to inspire, educate, and provide you insights into creating the future of work. It starts with understanding yourself so that you can better lead others, providing an empowering workplace culture that thrives. I love to feature amazing guests, sharing their story, experiences, and expertise as we dissect and discuss the future of work.  A bit about me: I'm a brand culture expert and certified LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Facilitator. My focus is on how purposeful play contributes to effective people strategies, particularly in the areas of employee engagement, wellbeing, interpersonal relationships, high-performance leadership, and organizational culture change. Sponsor of this EpisodeBrain.fm Our science-first approach creates music that sounds different–and affects your brain differently.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.