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CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel

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In just five minutes a day, Dr. Jessica Kriegel, Chief Strategy Officer of Workforce and Labor for Culture Partners, unpacks the latest research, trends, and strategies shaping workplace culture—and driving business success. Designed for CEOs and executives, this daily podcast delivers actionable insights to build high-performance cultures that get real results.

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All Episodes

3:41

Jobs Numbers and Management Transparency

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/07/16

In today's episode:The percentage of employees who say management cares about them tends to go down after the first few months in a job. There's a mismatch between the expectations and the experince. Employers are finally being more transparent about what they're expecting from new hires--often, high productivity. There's a privilege difference in the work experience between hourly and salaried workers. The unemployment rate looks good, but it can be deceptive; jobless claims have

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6:14

Revisiting Tariffs

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/07/15

In today’s episode:Manufacturers don't believe tariffs will affect their prices in the near future--but there will definitely be shortages. Companies are getting creative with finding new sources for materials, but they're looking on a years-long timescale. Tariffs are here to stay at a rational level--not 50% or higher, but the low-level tariffs that will reshape global supply chains. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the week's biggest news,

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10:50

Newly Announced Tariffs - Jessica on LiveNOW FOX

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/07/14

In today's episode: President Trump's latest tariffs on the EU and Mexico have a mix of purposes. It's important for leaders to understand those reasons, rather than panic. There are low-level reciprocal tariffs, country-specific tariffs used as leverage for negotiations, Sector-specific tariffs are meant to boost specific industries. Agility is the new stability. Companies must get used to a world of constant change. This uncertainty going to end on August 1st; tariffs will be a point

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6:25

Big Beautiful Bill

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/07/11

In this episode:A candid conversation on political hypocrisy, calling out leaders who preach small government but vote for massive spending. A personal reflection on Medicaid cuts and the real-world impact on vulnerable communities. A plug for a deeper, nonpartisan discussion on tariffs with former U.S. trade advisor Kate Kalukowitz. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the week's biggest news, unpack hot-button workplace trends, and bring

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7:39

Collaborator vs Negotiator

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/07/10

In today’s episode: Collaborator vs. negotiator mindsets and how they shape conflict resolution. How trust and transparency impact negotiations and leadership decisions. The unintended effects of messaging, using anti-drug campaigns as a humorous example. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the week's biggest news, unpack hot-button workplace trends, and bring you exclusive interviews with leaders who leverage culture to drive real business

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9:52

Companies Are In Control Again

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/07/09

In this episode:Companies are dropping the pretense of work-life balance How transparency about demanding cultures—when paired with proper compensation—can attract the right candidates. The double standard in hourly jobs, urging employers to be honest about expectations, and paying fairly for demanding roles. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the week's biggest news, unpack hot-button workplace trends, and bring you exclusive interviews

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6:04

Digital Transformation and Cultural Change

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/07/08

In today's episode:To achieve transformation of any kind, you need to get people on board. Precisely's Tendü Yogurtçu drives technological change by keeping technical teams aware of business challenges and vice versa, as well as always keeping the customer's perspective in mind. Cross-functional collaboration and consistent recognition help keep people inspired and connected. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the week's biggest news, unpack

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7:43

The Truth Behind the Job Market Numbers

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/07/07

In today’s episode: How the low unemployment rate might be misleading due to declining labor force participation. Signs of an economic slowdown, including layoffs in tech and other industries. How current economic data might not fully reflect people’s real-life experiences. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the week's biggest news, unpack hot-button workplace trends, and bring you exclusive interviews with leaders who leverage culture to

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8:00

People Can't Find Jobs -- And It's Old News

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/07/03

In today's episode:Despite low unemployment and good economic numbers, people are still reporting a that it's hard to find a job. That's especially true for young people. July is going to be a time of big layoffs as companies are restructuring around AI and uncertain economic times. Online applications are being screened out by AI; other low-effort methods largely don't work. Networking, door-knocking, and demonstrating skills are the way to get a foot in the door. CEO Daily Brief is a

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7:52

RTO Is Over

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/07/02

In today's episode:We're past "return-to-office." By and large, workers are back in the office or on hybrid schedules. Employer/employee leverage is a matter of supply and demand that changes over time. Right now, most sectors have a larger supply than demand, giving employers more leverage. The supply and demand are only flipped in a few sectors, including AI and manufacturing, but those trends don't apply to the whole jobs economy. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for

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7:13

Cultural Values and Adversity

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/07/01

In today's episode:Palo Alto Networks CEO Nikesh Arora meets with 100 random employees every week, taking the pulse of the company. As a result, the people in the company know that he cares. Culture is about what you prioritize when faced with a choice; values are only tested when push comes to shove. In the short-term, standing up for values might seem at odds with profit. In the long-term, there's nothing more important than maintaining trust. CEO Daily Brief is a daily,

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6:23

Settling the Four-Day Work Week Debate

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/06/30

In today's episode: If a company's culture lacks accountability, a four-day work week won't fix things. If a company does have accountability, then a four-day work week won't destroy that. Mandating a four-day work week won't have a guaranteed effect across industries. It's one solution that works in certain places and breaks down in others. For leaders: don't manage activity. Manage to outcomes. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the week's

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6:09

Tragedy in the Workplace

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/06/27

In today's episode:In the workplace, we usually see love appear in two kinds of situations: in the face of great success and great tragedy. Grief is the period of transition from what you are to what you're becoming; there are parallels with change management. There's a power in sitting with grief and being present for it, no matter the scale. Accountability is love; it's caring about someone enough to keep them on the right path. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast

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6:50

A Difficult Time For Female Executives

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/06/26

In today's episode:There's a quiet rolling-back of DEI efforts in corporate America; the leadership pipeline is narrowing. DEI backlash is leading to quiet career edits; resumes being edited to remove pronouns and downplay their LGBTQ+ identities. The problem isn't just about fairness; it's about risk, strategy, and long-term performance. The data is clear that diverse leadership leads to better results. Plus, the talent world is competitive; hasty efforts to roll back DEI may well to

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7:12

Culture Sustains Results

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/06/25

In today's episode:Post-pandemic, leaders are looking for cost-savings and strong results, not the feel-good culture stuff. But culture is what persists in a company through the long-term; it outlives individual leaders, teams, and circumstances. A good culture captures cost-savings and improves the employee experience. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the week's biggest news, unpack hot-button workplace trends, and bring you exclusive interviews

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5:21

Balancing Polarities

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/06/24

In today's episode:When making decisions, leaders are often balancing multiple factors. In deciding between options, we risk bouncing like a pendulum--romanticizing one side until we finally notice the negatives, then thinking the grass is greener elsewhere and racing to the other extreme. The best solution is often somewhere in the middle; finding the best of both worlds while being aware of the negatives. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the

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7:27

Rethinking Overtime Strategy

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/06/23

In today's episode: Given the huge fixed costs of benefits, the cost of overtime and straight-time for employees tends to be equal. As healthcare costs rise, overtime pay gets comparatively cheaper--and straight-time hours are becoming more expensive. Idle time is a huge expenditure for companies, and it comes in many forms--including staffing to the peak in an attempt to avoid overtime. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the week's biggest news,

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6:07

What CEO Should Know About Inflation Numbers

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/06/20

In today's episode:Consumer and producer inflation appear soft, but this isn't the whole story. Low monthly numbers are being pulled down by declining fuel prices. Costs for machinery and vehicles are slowly rising; there's a quiet build of tariff-related cost pressure under the surface. Don't mistake calm for certainty; economic trends take a long time to appear. CEOs need to pay attention to their own inputs, not the headlines. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for

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9:03

The Biggest Companies Are Cutting Their Workforces

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/06/19

In today's episode, Jessica discusses the new Wall Street Journal article, ⁠The Biggest Companies Across America Are Cutting Their Workforces⁠: AI advances mean companies can cut broad swaths of middle management to become more efficient. When we asked CEOs if they'd be willing to cut 30-40% of their workforce if they knew the remainder would be dedicated--they said yes. Companies don't just need people to just accomplish tasks--they need to achieve results. Leaders need to show employees

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6:08

Inconsistent Scheduling and Job Quality

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/06/18

In today's episode:The data is clear: one of workers' biggest issues is scheduling inconsistency and a lack of power over their working hours. Volatility in scheduling is more than a logistics issue; it's a morale issue. When people have little control over their time, they're checking out emotionally and physically. Predictability can be flexibility; it allows people to plan their lives around what they know is coming. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we

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