A Human and Adaptive Workplace

Dan Smolen explores the emergence of a human and adaptive workplace with Rodney Evans. Rodney is the host and executive producer of the Brave New Work Podcast. What is more, she leads The Ready which helps companies become more human and adaptive. Out of the pandemic, we begin to recognize a future of work that is less about co-locations and siloes and more about recognizing and leading talent. And of the shift, Rodney says: “At [their] core level, human beings want to contribute, they want meaning in their work, and they [are able] to change.” In a wide ranging discussion, Rodney: Summarizes the value propositions of the Brave New Work Podcast and her consultancy, The Ready. Starts at 4:04 Explains the “it’s the aquarium, not the fish” conundrum facing head count managers who struggle to hire and reward professionals. Starts at 6:39 Describes executive leadership changes needed in the future of work. Starts at 8:57 Provides a real time example of how leadership can empower professional talent. Starts at 11:15 Envisions a novel role for human resources to positively impact the future of work. Starts at 25:40 A human and adaptive workplace helps to ensure that professional talent thrive in the future of work. About our guest: Rodney Evans received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Syracuse University. Earlier in her career, Rodney served companies in senior executive roles, positively impacting their human resources and organizational development. She lives and works in Durham, North Carolina. EPISODE DATE: March 4, 2022 Social media: – LinkedIn – Twitter – Podcast – Website