Ep #201: The Predicament of Predicting Human Behavior

This week on The Business Couch with Dr. Yishai, I had Fabiaan Van Vrekhem, Managing Partner at the Accord Group Belgium leadership advisory company, co-founder of Valpeo, and author of “Disruption at Work.”Our Story Tuesday conversation is so packed and full of value that you are getting a double dose this week! In Part 1, Episode 199, Fabiaan shares the challenges and frustrations he experienced in HR that got in the way of success and the lessons he took from those experiences and failures.In Part 2, Episode 200, Fabiaan and I dig into how mindset and mental models impact every level of a business from leadership to management to serving clients, plus a mistake many leaders make that gets in the way of both serving their clients better and creating more success for their teams and bottom line. If you haven’t yet, go back and listen to episodes 199 and 200 to listen and learn from a keen observer with over a decade of HR experience who has his finger on the pulse of the next wave of leadership skills and abilities for the business world of tomorrow. At the end of our conversation, Fabiaan asked me why do humans behave the way we do, and how can we make human resources an exact science? So I’m jumping in with my answer to Fabiaan’s question – talking about predicting human behavior, HR, and the science of it all.This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching. Want to learn how to make adaptability your superpower to thrive in business and beyond? Learn psychology and neuroscience-backed frameworks and tools to harness the adaptability of the human brain. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching Connect with Dr. Yishai: Podcast Site: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/Website: https://www.DrYishai.com/Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dryishai/Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/ Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. © 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved. ABOUT THE PODCASTYou were built for speed.But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.It only burns them out.Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.DISCLAIMERThis content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being. © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.