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What's Happening at Work

What's Happening at Work

Joyce Odidison 138 Episodes Aug 25, 2026

What's Happening at Work is a podcast for workplace professionals, hosted by Joyce Odidison, a workplace resilience expert with nearly three decades of experience. Each episode brings together HR leaders, safety officers, and other workplace experts to discuss real issues like burnout, conflict, workforce change, leadership pressure, and psychological safety. The conversations focus on practical wisdom and real-world insight for both established leaders and those rising into greater influence.

Episodes

When People Know Their Worth at Work: Burnout, Confidence, and Resilience with Randy Haveson
When People Know Their Worth at Work: Burnout, Confidence, and Resilience with Randy Haveson Aug 25, 2026 2130 send mailIn this episode of What's Happening at Work, we dive deep into the critical topic of self-worth in the workplace with expert Randy Haveson. What happens when people are expected to serve, perform, smile, and create great experiences for others while their own resilience is being depleted?In this episode of The Resilience Catalyst Show, Joyce Odidison speaks with Randy Haveson, founde
Why Modern Work Is Outpacing Human Capacity with Sue McKinley
Why Modern Work Is Outpacing Human Capacity with Sue McKinley Aug 18, 2026 1791 send mail In this episode of What's Happening at Work, we dive into the hidden biological costs of workplace load with expert Sue McKinley. Discover why high performers are feeling overwhelmed and how to address chronic stress effectively. Sue McKinley is the founder of Wellness System Roadmap. She spent more than 20 years as a management and executive consultant, helping organizations naviga
The Gap Between Leadership Perception and Employee Reality with Joe Patneaude
The Gap Between Leadership Perception and Employee Reality with Joe Patneaude Aug 11, 2026 1932 send mailWhat happens when leaders believe they are communicating clearly, but employees are experiencing confusion, frustration, and disconnect? In this episode of What’s Happening at Work Podcast, Joyce Odidison speaks with Joe Patneaude, Leadership Advisor and Organizational Alignment Strategist with JP Coaching, about the gap between leadership perception and employee reality. Joe brings a 25-
Future-Proof Leadership with | Joyce Odidison & Maren Perry
Future-Proof Leadership with | Joyce Odidison & Maren Perry Jul 24, 2026 2300 send mailUnlock the secrets of effective leadership in the AI age! In this episode of What's Happening at Work Podcast, we dive into the human side of leadership with Maren Perry, founder and CEO of Arden Coaching. Discover how leaders can navigate uncertainty, build resilience, and foster meaningful connections in their teams.Key takeaways:* The importance of communication during uncertain t
Why Workplace Performance Starts with Employee Experience with | Joyce Odidison and Paula Houlihan
Why Workplace Performance Starts with Employee Experience with | Joyce Odidison and Paula Houlihan Jul 7, 2026 2187 send mail In this episode, Joyce Odidison speaks with keynote speaker, coach, and Choice Management® expert Paula Houlihan about the hidden pressure carried by high achievers and the choices that can either strengthen or quietly deplete resilience.After years of succeeding in a demanding corporate career, including negotiating multimillion-dollar litigation cases as a senior claims specialist, Pau
Episode#141 - Mastering Communication: From Struggle to Success with | Joyce Oddidison & John Antrim
Episode#141 - Mastering Communication: From Struggle to Success with | Joyce Oddidison & John Antrim Jun 30, 2026 2292 send mailMaster the art of calm in chaos. JOHN ANTRIM, a former hostage negotiator turned communication coach, shares how listening skills, like paraphrasing and body language, can transform tense moments into opportunities for connection and resolution. Whether in high-stakes negotiations or everyday conflicts, these tools are essential for leaders, parents, and professionals battling stress, imp
Episode#140 - Building good relationships in small businesses | Joyce Odidison & Joe Rockey
Episode#140 - Building good relationships in small businesses | Joyce Odidison & Joe Rockey Jun 16, 2026 1935 send mail"People don't leave jobs, they leave leaders." Leading business strategist JOE ROCKEY reveals the science of building elite work relationships, why the "Golden Rule" is failing your management style, and how to identify "Rust Out" before it destroys your team's productivity.Joe Rockey has built 29 businesses and is an expert in HR and leadership dyn
Episode#139 - The Antidote to Loneliness and Polarization at Work with Todd Levinson
Episode#139 - The Antidote to Loneliness and Polarization at Work with Todd Levinson May 4, 2026 2668 send mailIn a world of increasing loneliness, polarization, and social isolation, where does work fit in? Can our jobs be part of the solution? My guest today, Todd Levinson, believes the answer is a resounding yes.Todd is the Co-founder of MATR & Co-host of the Healing Race podcast, a platform designed to build strong, meaningful relationships. Drawing from his personal family history with th
Episode#138 - It's Lonely at the Top: A Guide for Overwhelmed Executives with Corinne Gavlinski
Episode#138 - It's Lonely at the Top: A Guide for Overwhelmed Executives with Corinne Gavlinski Jan 27, 2026 2732 send mailAs you ascend in your career, finding a trusted, objective confidant becomes nearly impossible. You're constantly navigating political landscapes, managing difficult peers, and making critical decisions in a state of executive function all day long, and it's leading to burnout.My guest, Corinne Gavlinski, has been in your shoes. As a former executive turned private talk partner
Episode#137 - A Systems Approach to Leadership Resilience | with Tyler Clapp
Episode#137 - A Systems Approach to Leadership Resilience | with Tyler Clapp Jan 20, 2026 1947 send mailEffective leadership isn't a personal attribute; it's a system's failure or success. In this thought-provoking conversation, systems thinker and leadership coach Tyler Clapp joins me to explore the deeper structures that enable or hinder a leader's success.We discuss how a leader's discernment operating system, the way they recognize signals and form conclusions,
Episode#136 - Leadership Resilience: A Strategic Protocol for Workplace Racial Conflict
Episode#136 - Leadership Resilience: A Strategic Protocol for Workplace Racial Conflict Jan 13, 2026 3088 send mailAs a leader, do you freeze when racialized conflict or microaggressions occur on your team? This leadership paralysis, driven by fear of saying the wrong thing, is one of the biggest risks to psychological safety and employee retention. Good intentions don't prevent harm; prepared leadership does.In this essential session, I draw on my 28 years as a conflict analyst to provide a clea
Episode#135 - Is Your Team Headed for Conflict in Q1? Here's How to Fix It.
Episode#135 - Is Your Team Headed for Conflict in Q1? Here's How to Fix It. Jan 6, 2026 1002 send mailAs we enter 2026, are you already anticipating the same team conflicts, communication breakdowns, and performance dips? If you're tired of feeling like you're babysitting instead of leading, this episode is your strategic guide for Q1.In this episode of "What's Happening at Work," I introduce The 30-Day Resilience Sprint—a high-touch program designed specifically

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