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The Survive & Thrive podcast features Jennifer Ayres, host, and co-Founder of Concinnity. With over 20 years leading large-scale global transformation programs for Fortune 500 companies, her purpose is to help the conscious leader create meaningful and sustainable change by helping companies realize their most ambitious goals. The Survive & Thrive podcast will highlight ideas, learnings, and stories about organizational and personal transformation, by featuring clients, and other notable leaders.

Survive & Thrive Jennifer Ayres

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The Survive & Thrive podcast features Jennifer Ayres, host, and co-Founder of Concinnity. With over 20 years leading large-scale global transformation programs for Fortune 500 companies, her purpose is to help the conscious leader create meaningful and sustainable change by helping companies realize their most ambitious goals. The Survive & Thrive podcast will highlight ideas, learnings, and stories about organizational and personal transformation, by featuring clients, and other notable leaders.

    Concluding Season Five

    Concluding Season Five

    Over season five of the Survive & Thrive podcast, the show has covered various topics necessary for facilitating a healthy and positive workplace culture, including managerial support, community initiatives, navigating inflation, and investing in staff to build a recession-resistant culture in times of economic uncertainty. In covering the importance of these themes, we emphasized the necessity of reimagining work culture and creating one that enables organizations not just to survive but also thrive.
    On this episode of the Survive & Thrive podcast, host Jennifer Ayres concludes the season by revisiting some essential topics covered over recent shows. In addition, she shares the future developments for the podcast, which will take a brief pause in releasing episodes. The show will return with new installments by the end of this summer, and in the meantime will share announcements about upcoming additions to the series. Stay tuned!
    Links mentioned:Concinnity - Website

    • 2 min
    Investing In Workplace Culture

    Investing In Workplace Culture

    A healthy workplace culture is vital for a business’s success. However, leadership staff must possess the resources necessary to guide their teams to meet the organization’s objectives. That said, companies can create a positive workplace culture by investing in support for their managerial staff so that they can lead their teams on the path to success.
    On this episode of the Survive & Thrive podcast, host Jennifer Ayres discusses the impact of support for managers and staff on creating a healthy workplace culture. She dives into topics like the need for intentional culture shaping at a team level, the importance of cultural fluency in leadership, and the five hallmarks of a coaching-rich environment. People crave the opportunity to learn and grow, which means investing in training for team leaders and staff members can benefit a workforce team. Jen shares how development programs and learning solutions are necessary investments organizations must make to create coaching-rich environments and foster a healthy workplace environment.
    Links mentioned:Concinnity - Website

    • 11 min
    Supporting Management Staff

    Supporting Management Staff

    Creating a positive working environment is essential for supporting a team of engaged and productive employees. However, many leaders fail to recognize the importance of uplifting their management staff and providing them with the right resources to facilitate a healthy work culture for all. So how can leaders support their management staff through communication and connection?
    On this episode of the Survive & Thrive podcast, host Jennifer Ayres shares how organizational leaders can uplift their management staff. Within the episode, Jen discusses how practices like maintaining open communication, expressing encouragement, setting realistic expectations, and providing resources to alleviate the symptoms of burnout can help management staff maintain high performance. By creating a culture of productivity and gratitude for management staff, leaders can build a better business model where every member of their organization can thrive.
    Links mentioned:Concinnity - Website

    • 12 min
    Community Initiatives And Company Culture

    Community Initiatives And Company Culture

    Incorporating gratitude within your business model can positively impact your company's spirit and work culture. But while giving back to your organization can enhance your team members' connection to purpose within the workplace, connecting your company to the community can also motivate and inspire your employees to further improve your company culture and brand.
    On this episode of the Survive & Thrive podcast, host Jennifer Ayres shares how organizational leaders can work with their local community to help enhance their culture and build their brand. Today businesses and organizations face more expectations to participate in community initiatives and inspire societal change. In this episode, Jen discusses organizations' critical role in global leadership and how leaders can use this privilege to represent their businesses and build brands successfully. She also discusses ways leaders can begin their community-building journeys, the advantages community outreach can bring to their organization, and the impact and influence of community-based marketing.
    Links mentioned:Concinnity - Website

    • 12 min
    Navigating Inflation While Supporting Company Culture

    Navigating Inflation While Supporting Company Culture

    As we face the financial realities of a potential economic recession, many small businesses are beginning to experience the effects of inflation and economic instability. However, company culture is always essential to company success. Businesses can retain a positive work environment and productive employees even during financial hardship. By cutting costs outside their team, small business leaders can still invest in their teams and experience the results of maintaining a solid and collaborative staff.
    On this episode of the Survive & Thrive podcast, host Jennifer Ayres shares ways that small business leaders can navigate inflation without sacrificing company culture. She highlights the many creative ways that small businesses can handle the effects of inflation and what leaders should consider when laying the groundwork for their companies to thrive long-term. Additionally, Jen explains how adopting new modernized business resources can keep companies afloat. She discusses examples such as incorporating artificial intelligence, hiring independent contractors, networking, utilizing a remote or hybrid work model, and more! So tune in to learn more about these valuable strategies that allow teams to succeed for years to come.
    Links mentioned:Concinnity - Website

    • 17 min
    Creating A Recession-Resistant Culture

    Creating A Recession-Resistant Culture

    Last week’s podcast episode discussed why facilitating a healthy company culture can make your business more resistant throughout an economic recession. And with a potential recession looming, leaders must act now to support their teams and reach solutions. So, what are some tangible ways for workforce leaders to improve their workplace culture during financial uncertainty?
    On this episode of the Survive & Thrive podcast, host Jennifer Ayres shares cost-effective ways for leaders to support their company culture throughout a recession. A healthy culture can prevent burnout, improve employee morale, and increase productivity even in challenging economic times. Jen explains how encouraging employees to take time off and recognizing their accomplishments shows that you value their contributions. Furthermore, ongoing training, mentorship programs, and promotion opportunities will empower your team and foster a culture of feedback and development. Finally, she explains the benefits of flexible schedules and 4-day workweeks for reducing costs, increasing employee engagement, and supporting a positive workplace culture.

    • 17 min

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Insightful and meaningful podcast!

A podcast that helps guide the narrative of conscious leadership and changing the way we look at our work spaces from all angles. Host, Jennifer does an amazing job delivering key insights and diving deep into areas most dare to talk about. Highly recommended.

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