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People Business w/ O'Brien McMahon

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Every business is in some way a “people business” with success or failure often coming down to how leaders manage the people dynamics of their organization. People Business is a weekly podcast focused on what it takes to build and lead a successful, profitable business by navigating the human element.

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Sri Kaza is a business leader and small business advocate with a career spanning corporate strategy, entrepreneurial ventures, and dedicated support for small businesses. He is the author of Unconvention: A Small Business Strategy Guide.

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Mark Fithian is the cofounder of WideOpen, a consultancy that helps organizations achieve sustainable growth through strategic customer experience. Mark’s expertise in CX is informed by more than thirty years of work across industries, partnering wit... more

Brock Anderson and Tracy Awe are Directors of Enterprise and Strategic Partnerships with Function Health, a biometric data company helping individuals and groups take control of their health data to live longer, healthier, more productive lives.

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This is a fun crossover episode with Karl Staib, host of the Systemic Leader podcast and systems consultant through a company of the same name. In this episode, shared across both platforms, we discuss systems thinking and how we have each built and ... more

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Sri Kaza
Author and business strategist
Underdog Principles
Episode: How Small Businesses Compete & Win w/ Sri Kaza
Mark Fithian
Co-founder of WideOpen, a consultancy for strategic customer experience
WideOpen
Episode: The Customer Experience Mindset w/ Mark Fithian
Brock Anderson
Population Health Strategy Leader at Function Health
Function Health
Episode: Taking Control of Our Health w/ Brock Anderson & Tracy Awe from Function Health
Tracy Awe
Director of Strategic Alliances for Function Health
Function Health
Episode: Taking Control of Our Health w/ Brock Anderson & Tracy Awe from Function Health
Karl Staib
Founder of Systematic Leader and host of the Systematic Leader podcast.
Systematic Leader
Episode: System Swap w/ Karl Staib
Shawn Bushway
Professor of Public Administration and Criminal Justice, expert in criminology with an emphasis on the employment challenges faced by individuals with criminal records
University of Albany, SUNY
Episode: Hiring Workers with Criminal Records w/ Shawn Bushway
Radhika Dutt
Author of Radical Product Thinking, The New Mindset for Innovating Smarter
Episode: No More Goal Setting w/ Radhika Dutt
Neal Foard
Founder and principal at Storyfire, former Worldwide Director of Creative Learning at Saatchi & Saatchi, and renowned creative director in advertising and marketing.
Storyfire
Episode: Telling Better Stories w/ Neal Foard
Bianca D'Alessio
Top real estate broker in New York, global speaker, and author of Mastering Intentions
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Episode: Building a High Performing Team w/ Bianca D'Alessio

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O'Brien McMahon
Host of thought-provoking conversations focused on human dynamics in business and effective leadership strategies.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Great Listen

    Not a single episode where anyone in the business of people won’t pick up a nugget or three.

    Well worth the listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kwebs14
    United States4 years ago
  • Great listen

    OBrien does a great job of consistently having interesting guests and thought provoking conversations. Always a good use of time to tune in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryan Hyman
    United States4 years ago
  • O’Brien McMahon Is A Must Listen!

    O’Brien McMahon absolutely delivers on robust conversation, educational topics, and inspirational takeaways! I love how O’Brien’s brain works - a must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Refah Ali
    United States4 years ago
  • Unreal content

    OBrien has an incredible ability to get the most of his impressive guests. I find his perspective insightful, and his wide spectrum of guests is really top notch. Give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daddy2002co
    United States4 years ago
  • Interesting & inspiring!

    These episodes do not disappoint. Interesting people who have amazing stories to share. Great fuel for your day!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ctemp22
    United States4 years ago

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The podcast is noted for its diverse topics and esteemed guests, making it a valuable resource for professionals.
Many find the conversational style engaging, and the key takeaways practical for immediate application in their business contexts.
Audience members frequently highlight the show's focus on human dynamics as a critical aspect of business success.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and actionable advice shared by O'Brien McMahon and his guests.

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The Customer Experience Mindset w/ Mark Fithian
Q: How do we tell if we're doing OK at this today?
By evaluating whether customers are returning year over year and measuring it against customer satisfaction indicators.
The Customer Experience Mindset w/ Mark Fithian
Q: How can organizations not 'drink their own Kool-Aid' and fall behind in customer experience?
Organizations need to facilitate continuous feedback and improvement within the culture and put systems in place to evolve the customer experience as needed.
The Customer Experience Mindset w/ Mark Fithian
Q: What is the difference between customer experience and user experience?
User experience is confined to the digital domain, primarily about websites and applications, whereas customer experience is broader and includes offline interactions and the totality of interactions.
Hiring Workers with Criminal Records w/ Shawn Bushway
Q: What should employers consider when evaluating candidates with criminal records?
Employers should look at factors such as age and the number of prior offenses rather than just the type of crime committed.
Hiring Workers with Criminal Records w/ Shawn Bushway
Q: What are the misconceptions about individuals with criminal records?
Shawn explained that many believe that those with criminal records will re-offend, but in reality, many do not re-offend after their first conviction, and the majority rehabilitate.

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What is People Business about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the intersection of human dynamics and business success, this show provides insights into the intricate relationship between leadership and employee engagement. Conversations often center around storytelling, effective communication, workplace optimization, and the significance of a people-first approach within organizations. Notable themes include enhancing team collaboration, ethics in leadership, and the evolving dynamics of workplace culture, particularly in the context of hybrid work environments. The discussions feature thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals sharing their unique experiences and strategies that organizations can implement to improve their people management practices.

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Recent guests on People Business include:

1. Sri Kaza
2. Mark Fithian
3. Brock Anderson
4. Tracy Awe
5. Karl Staib
6. Shawn Bushway
7. Radhika Dutt
8. Neal Foard

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