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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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4:32

The Data on RTO

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/09/10

In today's episode:The data is in: new research from Boston Consulting Group finds that companies that embraced flexibility are growing faster than their RTO-focused peers. That's still the case even when you adjust for company size. 70% of workers said they'd choose full flexibility, and 83% want at least some flexibility. Forced returns are leading to "quiet quitting" behavior. Companies that offer flexibility show trust in employees, which builds their trust in the company. RTO

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6:26

Having Favorites At Work

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/09/09

In today’s episode: We all have favorites at work; people we prefer to work with or not. Every professional has the ability to build or break relationships. Everybody should be treated equally--given the same opportunities to practice their craft and prove their dedication. But the line between accurate beliefs and unfair biases is tricky. Sometimes, we get an accurate picture of a person's reliability and skill; other times, unfair and immoral biases lead to issues like racism and

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6:03

What If The Tariffs Are Illegal?

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/09/08

In today’s episode: Even if the Supreme Court rules President's Trump's tariffs are illegal, the economy's in trouble. Congress will likely pass the tariffs anyway. But how long would that take? And how many ships would come from China in that time, filled with pre-tariff cargo? And who gets their money back? The midterm elections are also coming up. If the Republicans lose Congress, that changes the timeline. 10% tariffs are a good idea that most Americans favor. But it's not clear if

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5:48

A Jobs Market At Stall Speed

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/09/05

In today’s episode: When you get an aircraft that's going slow enough, it stalls--something similar could be happening with the jobs market. When you look at jobs creation, our economy is at stall speed. 20 states are already in a recession; even more are stalled and in danger of falling into a recession. The jobs report now doesn't matter; it has become political, which means we've lost it as a reliable data point. Plus, GDP doesn't tell the whole story of the economy. CEO Daily

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6:52

The CEO Circus

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/09/04

In today’s episode:There seems to be an uptick in CEOs being caught behaving badly, from stealing hats to inappropriate relationships. With great power comes great responsibility; as a CEO, you're a focus point for public attention. In a few high-profile cases, markets have been responding poorly when companies choose long-running executives to replace their CEOs. Sometimes, that decision can seem like rearranging chairs on the Titanic. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute

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6:39

The Economic R-Word

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/09/03

In today’s episode:Economists at BCA say there's a 60% chance of a recession in the next 12 months. With so much uncertainty, a recession might serve as an economic cleanup--but it will come at the expense of the country's poorest. At the same time, we're dealing with a new variable--tariffs--that are creating inflation and uncertainty without being related to the job market. Lowering interest rates to stimulate the economy may not lead to more jobs--instead, companies are likely to

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8:58

AI and Authentic Workplace Relationships

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/09/02

In today's episode: When you ask people what they enjoy most about their work, it's often some version of "the people." Humancore's Mike Dolen says that's going to make it hard for AI to ever fully replace managers; people value their workplace relationships. But are workplace relationships authentic, given the hierarchies and internal politics? Mike's vision is for AI to give people information that can help bridge those gaps. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for

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5:34

The State of the Jobs Market - Jessica on Schwab Network

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/29

In today's episode:Today's jobless claims are going to be bad news whether they go up or down. Leaders are largely looking ahead, with the impact of tariffs looming on the horizon. Jobs aren't being added quickly, it's taking longer to get a job, and young people can't find jobs. Most executives are still scratching their heads about AI--but they're all looking for ways to make AI reduce inefficiencies, which impacts entry-level job seekers. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute

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8:38

The Apology Era Is Over

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/28

In today’s episode:The age of corporate apologies is over; now, it's more common to double down in the face of criticism. Still, "I'm sorry" are some of a leader's most potent words. They create a powerful experience and open the door to empathy. Many leaders are too insecure to use the tool. But when we never apologize--to preserve the idea that we're always right--everybody thinks we're always wrong. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the

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7:07

The Role of Internal Comms

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/27

In today's episode:Internal communications are no longer a secondary concer; they're critical to an organization's success. In these uncertain times, CEO's can't just stick to the talking points about business results. Employees expect communication on larger political and social issues. To know if you should comment on something, ask these questions: does it have a business impact? Does it affect our customer base or employees? Do I have a personal stake in the issue? CEO Daily

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6:27

AI Reducing The Number Of Jobs

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/26

In today’s episode: As AI reduces the number of entry-level jobs, young workers are in trouble. Companies need to wonder: what happens in ten years when it comes time to hire people for higher-level positions? Even if companies aren't firing employees now, AI will cause them to hire fewer employees down the line. The standout and most-connected candidates are getting more of the jobs that do exist; average candidates will have a much harder time. This will create even more of an equity

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4:34

A Surprising Reversal In Wage Dynamics

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/25

In today's episode: For the last six months, people who stayed in their job experienced higher wage growth than job switchers--a dynamic we haven't seen since the Great Recession. The labor market is cooling quietly, no matter what the aggregate data says, and inflation is outgrowing wage growth. Hiring windows are opening; it may be a good time to hire for mid and high-level roles. As a CEO, this is the time to optimize your talent strategy. CEO Daily Brief is a daily,

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5:51

Paying Employees Enough To Buy What You Sell

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/22

In today's episode:If you want customers, pay your workers enough to be them. Inflation may have cooled on paper, but people are struggling and wages aren't keeping pace. Retention and demand are linked. When workers can live on their wages, you expand your market. 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

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6:48

Target's Leadership Choices

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/21

In today's episode: Target's choice of new executive--its longtime COO--is raising some questions about how we think about succession. Investors aren't thrilled about the decision. When a company is in trouble, should it look to a lifelong employee or turn to an outsider who can shake things up? Investors tend to prefer fresh blood. It makes some sense--existing leadership has steered Target into choppy territory--but this can also be a shiny-object mentality. CEO Daily Brief is a

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6:51

What We Wear Sends A Message

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/20

In today's episode:Clothing is a signal; it's one of the first experiences that leaders can create for their employees. For men in power, the suit look is pretty straightforward. Deviating from that choice is often framed as bold. Women's clothing choices are scrutinized under a harsher lens; it's seen as less of a strategy than a statement. As a CEO, be intentional. Don't just dress the part--intentionally choose the experience you're creating. And make space for authenticity, both

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6:16

Creating Intersections of Value

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/19

In today's episode: Fear is the source of most dysfunctions in corporations. Open, honest communication solves most problems. Companies get in trouble when they start making decisions from false premises. Skillibrium's Bart Fanelli focuses on building patterns of communication and accountability. When people in an organization share information, skills, and processes, it creates an "intersection of value." These intersections of value serve as an objective metric that can apply up

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6:48

Keynote: The Results Pyramid

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/18

In today's episode: Results come from actions. Actions are driven by belief. Beliefs are built by experiences. Current results--for better or worse--are a result of existing actions, beliefs, and experiences within the company. To change results, leaders should avoid getting caught in the "action trap." Think about the experiences you want employees to have that will drive their beliefs and actions. This episode is an excerpt from Jessica's speech at the 2023 UKG Aspire conference,

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8:15

Be A Human

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/15

In today’s episode:As AI makes it harder for college grads to find entry-level jobs, there's one key way people can still differentiate themselves: lean into being human. Conversations, connections, networking, and referrals are key to differentating ourselves from the competition. When in doubt: act like a 1950s businessman (without the bigotry). 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

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6:25

How RTO Mandates Are Affecting Caregivers

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/14

In today’s episode: 212,000 women have left the workforce since the beginning of the year. That's a result of the return-to-office movement and the disproportionate burden of caregiving that falls to women. The wave of RTO mandates was poorly thought-out and fundamentally misunderstands culture and productivity. Leaders should be able to lead without micromanaging employees at their desks. Flexible workplaces allowed us to tap into a workforce of women who made talented employees and

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4:36

AI in Job Applications - Jessica on CNN

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel ·

2025/08/13

In today's episode:Companies have been using AI to screen applicants for years; the difference is that now applicants are using it, too. Anyone who claims to know the full impact of AI on the workforce has an agenda; the truth is, it's still an open question. College grads are having a hard time finding jobs because entry-level positions have been the easiest to automate. Applicants can only find a leg up with some kind of human touch, like a referral. CEO Daily Brief is a daily,

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