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Check-In with Jason Lauritsen

Jason Lauritsen

A weekly podcast exploring how to create a more human work experience through the power of relationship and connection. Host Jason Lauritsen interviews those HR executives and thought leaders who are paving the way towards a better future of work.

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19:34

4 Ways to Become Better Listener as a Leader

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2025/03/04

Join Jason for a solo episode on the power of active listening in leadership. He shares four practical tips to help leaders build trust, improve communication, and foster connections with their people.Jason explores why active listening is often overlooked in leadership and how it impacts team dynamics and workplace culture. He dives into the common barriers that get in the way of truly listening and what leaders can do to overcome them.Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:👉 The

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24:36

The 5 Best Check-In Questions

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2025/02/26

In this solo episode, Jason shares the five best check-in questions for leaders, offering invaluable advice on fostering more meaningful and impactful conversations with your team. He reminds you that an effective check-in starts with a great question. He then shares how to use these questions to create conversations that matter with your people. Key highlights from the episode include:👉 An overview of the four steps to an effective, meaningful check-in and how it all starts with asking a great

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51:58

How AI could make your workplace MORE HUMAN Josh...

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2025/02/18

Join Jason Lauritsen for a captivating conversation with Josh Allan Dykstra, a Future of Work keynote speaker and CEO of The Work Revolution, as they demystify the interplay between artificial intelligence and the human workplace.In this episode, Jason and Josh explore the evolving landscape of AI in the workplace, uncovering its impact on organizational culture and HR practices. They also discuss three key insights that help leaders understand AI in a way that deepens their appreciation for the

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42:53

Leading through Uncertainty and Ambiguity with Maggie...

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2025/02/11

Join Jason for an enlightening episode as he sits down with Maggie Gough, Chief Operating Officer at Bright Arrow.In this episode, Jason and Maggie discuss the evolving challenges of leadership in today's uncertain landscape. Maggie shares some of the challenges their CEO clients are facing today and how they are coaching them to cultivate clarity, stability, and resilience within their organizations.Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:👉 Navigating extreme uncertainty starts with

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43:07

Stepping Up to Lead an HR Rebuild with Erin Corr Miller

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2025/02/04

Join Jason in an insightful conversation with Erin Corr Miller, the Chief People Officer at Terra Dotta.In this episode, Erin shares her approach to taking on an under-developed HR function in need of reputation repair and how she's rebuilt trust with the organization. This episode delves into practical strategies for creating effective HR processes that employees accept and embrace, which emphasizes the need for clear performance expectations, feedback loops, and innovative employee connection

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50:36

The Untapped Power of Social Network Science with...

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2025/01/28

Join Jason for an inspiring conversation with Greg Pryor, the Co-founder at Connected Commons. In this episode, Greg explains the powerful applications of social network science to fuel organizational success and employee engagement. Greg shares strategies for leveraging Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) to improve onboarding, accelerate career growth, and enhance overall workplace culture.Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:👉 Practical strategies for using Organizational

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46:55

Fostering a Connected Culture in a Remote-First...

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2025/01/21

Join Jason for an enlightening conversation with Steph Ryter, Creative Culture Leader at Arity, as they discuss how to intentionally build a culture of connection. In this episode, Steph shares her journey from television news to shaping organizational culture at Arity. With her unique perspective, Steph has used innovative methods for building employee engagement and human connections, especially in a remote-first environment. She shares specific practices that have had a profound impact on Arity's

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49:54

Career Development Accelerated by Job Architecture...

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2025/01/14

Join Jason in an insightful conversation with Sarika Lamont, the Vice President of People and Culture at Vidyard. Sarika delves deep into the nuances of career growth, management challenges, and the critical role HR plays in shaping today's workforce. Sarika also highlights the concept of job architecture and emphasizes how structuring roles and career paths is crucial for organizational success and employee development.Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:👉 The importance of

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55:44

Mythbusting Holacracy (and other management fads)...

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2025/01/07

Join Jason for an inspiring conversation with Rebecca Weaver, the founder and CEO at HRuprise and a seasoned veteran of multiple HR leadership roles throughout her career.Rebecca delved into innovative workplace practices and the quest for meaningful work. Rebecca also shares her unique experiences from her time with the Downtown Project and the challenges encountered in implementing Holacracy. Rebecca and Jason explore the allure and traps of management trends and best practices and offer advice on

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26:57

Holiday Special: The New Year Episode

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2024/12/27

Join Jason and his daughter, Bailey, as they reflect on work experiences, generational perspectives, and tips for starting the new year right.In this special holiday episode of Check-In with Jason Lauritsen, Bailey reflects on her experiences as a working teenager and explores how she thinks her generation might impact the future workforce. She also underscores the significance of tapping into a wider array of experiences to continually push the boundaries of what's possible for a team.Key lessons

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21:10

Holiday Special: The Christmas Episode

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2024/12/23

Join Jason and his son, Colton, for an inspiring and fun conversation exploring how work looks through the eyes of a teenager. In the special holiday episode of Check-In with Jason Lauritsen, Colton shares what it means to him—and potentially his peers—to start their careers and the aspects he believes will characterize the future workforce.As a 15-year-old about to embark on his first job, Colton provides eye-opening insights about his perspective on work to help managers prepare to welcome this

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41:58

Using Storytelling to Foster Inclusion at Work with...

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2024/12/17

Join Jason for this inspiring conversation with Sheryl Battles, the recently retired Vice President of Global Diversity, Inclusion & Engagement at Pitney BowesSheryl delved into the transformative power of storytelling, particularly in times of crisis, and how it acts as a bridge to connect diverse perspectives within an organization. Sheryl shares her extensive experience in leveraging stories to enhance engagement and cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.𝗞𝗲𝘆

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44:54

Build a People-First Company in a Profit-Driven World...

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2024/12/10

Join Jason for this insightful conversation with Steve Browne, Chief People Officer at LaRosa's, Inc.Steve dives into HR innovation and explains how putting employees first can shape a holistic, relationship-driven organization that moves beyond traditional hierarchies.𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:👉 The power of direct, genuine communication with employees to solve workplace issues more authentically.👉 HR's role as the "connective

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38:48

"Heads up, Heads down, Heads Together" Work with Tara...

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2024/12/03

Join Jason for this important conversation with Tara Fournier, Interim Chief People & Culture Officer at Lucas Museum of Narrative Art.Tara explored the evolution of workplace flexibility, the role of HR in boosting productivity, and how to design spaces for "heads up, heads down, and heads together work."Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:👉 The significance of empowering employees to choose their work environment based on task type, prioritizing productivity over physical

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41:01

Keeping Employees Connected in a Hybrid Workplace...

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2024/11/26

Join Jason for this important conversation with Andrea Herron, VP of Human Resources at WebMD and author of the book, “There’s an Elephant in Your Office.” Andrea shares her insights on the evolving landscape of workplace culture, especially how she and her team are helping employees to feel connected in a hybrid and remote workplace. Andrea also talks about the crucial need for mental health advocacy in the workplace and the steps leaders can take to foster an environment where employees feel safe

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48:10

Love Each Other Up and Call Each Other Up with Cy...

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2024/08/30

"I believe boundaries are kind of the user manual to me. Here's how to be in relationship with me. Here are my preferences, my desires, my limits, my non-negotiables."— Cy Wakeman***In this episode, I’m joined by drama researcher and NY Times best selling author, Cy Wakemen. In our conversation, Cy shares stories of both a great friend and a great boss. She shares that the key to a great relationship is the ability to “love each other up AND call each other up.” We talk about the key to being more

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43:56

How to Stop Taking Things Personally with Sarah Mann

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2024/08/22

"The one thing that we absolutely have control over is how we show up in the world."— Sarah Mann***In this episode, I’m joined by leadership and executive coach, Sarah Mann. Together, we explore the power of asking for what you need as a means to building stronger relationships. Plus, we explore the many ways we sabotage our relationships with our assumptions and talk about strategies for how to stop taking things so personally. Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:👉 The importance

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46:54

The Power of Radical Acceptance with Tegan Trovato

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2024/08/09

"The reason there is a lack of acceptance in teams is because there's usually a lack of clarity about what the team is there to do.’"- Tegan Trovato***In this episode, I’m joined by CEO and executive team coach, Tegan Trovato. Our conversation dives deep into the power of radical acceptance within relationships and teams. Tegan breaks down how highly effective leadership teams use clarity of purpose to foster acceptance and unlock the power of diversity. Key lessons highlighted in our conversation

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47:03

How Accountability Creates Strong Relationships with...

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2024/07/19

In this episode, I’m joined by culture expert, Craig Forman. We discuss the importance of having clear agreements to building safe, trusting relationships both individually and in groups. We also unpack how these agreements must be accompanied by a process for how we hold each other accountable to them. We also talk about the power that leaders have to give people both permission and protection to be themselves and take chances at work. Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:👉 The

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45:00

Special Episode: Lessons from our 20 years together...

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2024/07/12

In this special episode of Better Relationships: Better Work, I am joined by my wife Angie. Together, we discuss what lessons we’ve learned through 20 years of marriage about making a relationship work.We explore how mutual respect and trust are the foundation of the relationship and the vital role of listening has played in laying that foundation. We also discuss what it means to fully accept someone, always assuming positive intentions from the other person. And, as a bonus, Angie shares what

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