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Kendall Harrell, VP People & Culture, Caribou Coffee

Quarantine Chat: Kendall Harrell, VP People & Culture, Caribou Coffee

May 26, 2020Ted Bigham

Jason Barger checks-in with Caribou Coffee’s VP of People and Culture, Kendall Harrell, during times of isolation. The conversation flows about the power of values, creating connection with team members and customers, finding innovation in the midst of crisis, and being a chain reaction for good in the world. SHOW NOTES 1:00 – Jason welcomes Kendall Harrell, the VP of People & Culture at Caribou Coffee. Mentions Bou Con, an event that Jason was happy…

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Ken Bouyer

Quarantine Chat: Ken Bouyer, Americas Director of Inclusiveness Recruiting at EY

May 19, 2020Ted Bigham

Jason Barger checks-in with EY’s, Ken Bouyer, who is at his home in isolation in New Jersey. The two dive into topics of the power of mindset during quarantine, leading in times of crisis, emotional intelligence, and calibrating one’s thermostat as a leader. SHOW NOTES 1:00 – Podcast introduction where Jason talks about why he started these Quarantine Chats and their purpose, to spread positivity out there to all during these times. Jason shares some…

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Quarantine Chat with Howard Behar

Quarantine Chat: Howard Behar, former President of Starbucks

May 12, 2020Ted Bigham

Jason Barger is joined for a conversation with Howard Behar while quarantine is in place with the Covid-19 crisis. Howard led Starbucks from 25 stores to 15,000 around the globe. He and Jason talk about servant leadership, innovation, and mindset in these times. SHOW NOTES 1:00 – The most important thing in today’s world is our mindset. For Jason, the daily practice of gratitude is important as he thanks the healthcare workers, first responders, and…

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Season 2 Reflections

The Thermostat Season 2 Ep 17 – Season 2 Reflections + Q & A

May 5, 2020Ted Bigham

As an inspiring, thought-provoking and engaging Season 2 of the podcast comes to an end, Jason reflects on the messages of this season and the ideas we can’t afford to forget. He also answers questions submitted during Season 2 and inquiries about the uncertain times surrounding the coronavirus. What’s next? SHOW NOTES 0:49 – Jason recaps the season and begins the season 2 finale. Thanks to all the listeners out there for your support, you…

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Changing Times Require New Conversations

May 4, 2020Stefanie Jackson

  Companies focused on growth know that changing times require they dig in and have new conversations. Conversations in the workplace around how to improve culture have started to shift in the last decade- much of those discussions began when the millennials entered the workforce and disrupted the concept of job loyalty. Suddenly we had a generation moving from job to job and organizations everywhere were scrambling to find the secret sauce that would make…

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The Thermostat Season 2 Ep 16 – Hungry Dogs Run…

April 28, 2020Ted Bigham

How do elite performers, athletes, musicians, executives, leaders train and operate? The quote, “Hungry Dogs Run Faster” is adapted in order to align more accurately with what the research shows us about those who experience wildly successful results. How do Hungry Dogs actually Run? SHOW NOTES 0:49 – Hungry Dogs Run faster… Jason shares thoughts on how this quote goes along with a traditional line of thinking. Examples like Michael Jordan’s work ethic, the number of…

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Trust the Process

The Thermostat Season 2 Ep 15 – “Trust the Process” Revealed

April 21, 2020Ted Bigham

  We’ve all heard the phrase “Trust the Process” millions of times from leaders across industries. The phrase is so familiar to us, but why is it so difficult for humans to actually “Trust the Process”?  If you’re in the middle of a process right now as a follower or you are attempting to lead others through a process of change, you’ll want to remember these human realities. SHOW NOTES 0:49 – “Trust the process”,…

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Leading Change: lessons from the Covid-19 process of mobilizing people

The Thermostat Season 2 Ep 14 – Leading Change: lessons from the Covid-19 process of mobilizing people

April 14, 2020Ted Bigham

  Our hearts and thoughts are with all who are struggling with the coronavirus or are on the front lines supporting those in need. And, as we step back and look at the daunting task of unifying people to act, what can be learned from the process of trying to mobilize people to lead change? What lessons can we learn from the process of leading people and shaping a culture? SHOW NOTES 0:49 – Jason…

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Courage is Sitting in Ambiguity

The Thermostat Season 2 Ep 13 – Courage Is Sitting In Ambiguity

April 7, 2020Ted Bigham

When fear, doubt, crisis, and uncertainty arises, courage is being able to sit in ambiguity. The most effective and compelling leaders, teams and organizations are able to stay focused on the Mission at hand, respond with action, and teach their mindset to navigate ambiguity. SHOW NOTES 0:49 – Courage is sitting in ambiguity. These words were etched in Jason’s study in 2008 during the Great Recession. Jason shares a story of how he had quit…

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The Thermostat Season 2 Ep 12 – Daredevil Leadership

March 31, 2020Ted Bigham

Leadership in this fast-changing, instantaneous world is not about recklessly taking risks and performing magical feats. Compelling leadership today is about daring to have the courage to show up, challenge the status quo, and move people forward for what’s best. The world is in need of courageous leaders. SHOW NOTES 0:49 – Jason shares the stories he heard as a kid of the daredevil Evil Kenevil; the stuntman of the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Kenevil was in the…

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