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Episode 15 | From Chaos to Cohesion: Scaling in the Hospitality Amenities Industry with Andy De Silva
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS ANDY DE SILVA. This episode unveils a narrative shaped by entrepreneurial spirit and global ambition! Andy shares his odyssey from Sri Lanka to pioneering sustainable amenities across 55 countries. Let's discover how he...
Episode 85 | How to Skyrocket Your Credibility with Mitchell Levy
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS MITCHELL LEVY. Today's episode explores how crafting clarity and defining your playground can differentiate you in a crowded marketplace, paving the way for meaningful connections and impactful leadership! Mitchell Levy...
Episode 14 | Skill Versus Scale: Navigating the Future of IT Innovation with Keith Daser
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS KEITH DASER. Keith dives into topics ranging from digital transformation strategies to navigating the complexities of AI and security integration, all while sharing insights and debunking myths surrounding these pivotal...
Episode 84 | How to Upgrade Your Professional Excellence with JM Ryerson
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS JM RYERSON. In this compelling episode, JM shares insights on sales and leadership mastery, defining company culture, practical leadership philosophies, and more, sharing a wealth of tips for leading at the top of your...
How Pregnancy-related Employment Law Applies to Contractual Labor
This article was originally published by Karan Ferrell-Rhodes on LinkedIn. Imagine that you are in the middle of leading a major change management initiative, and a critical external consultant whom you hired has shared that they are pregnant and will need...
Episode 13 | How Instant Teams Champions the Untapped Talent of Military Spouses with Erica McMannes
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS ERICA MCMANNES. Join us as Erica shares insights into her company's journey from startup inception to navigating the evolving landscape of remote work while highlighting the transformative impact of their inclusive...
Episode 83 | How the Dynamics of Differences Drive Inclusive Workplaces with Ama Agyapong
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS AMA AGYAPONG. Throughout today's conversation, Ama Agyapong shares professional insights on fostering inclusivity within the workplace. She candidly recounts her leadership missteps, including the unconscious favoritism...
Episode 12 | How Worksuite Mitigates Risk for Blended Workforces with Dave Colford
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS DAVE COLFORD. This episode uncovers the transformative power of freelance management solutions (FMS) in navigating the rapidly changing terrain of modern employment. Buckle up as we embark on a journey to explore the...
Karan Rhodes on the Secret Ops Podcast
SDL's Founder and CEO, Karan Ferrell-Rhodes, was featured on Secret Ops Podcast, speaking on "Exploring the Evolving Landscape of Human Resources and Leadership."From the show notes: In this episode: Karan Rhodes is the Founder and CEO of Shockingly Different...
Episode 82 | What Global Research on Empowerment Says Drives Inclusion with Ashley Brundage
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS ASHLEY BRUNDAGE. Meet Ashley Brundage, an award-winning leadership and empowerment expert! Today, Ashley will guide us through a discussion on self-awareness, inclusivity, and strategies for success across various...
Episode 11 | How a CMO Uses Blended Workforces to Catapult Market Dominance with Donna Parent
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS DONNA PARENT. Today's episode features Donna Parent. One of the strategies Donna champions is the use of blended workforces, a concept she mastered early in her career under the mentorship of pioneers. Through Donna's...
Episode 81 |The Forces Blocking Equality in the C-Suite with Dorothy Enriquez
IN THIS EPISODE, KARAN FERRELL-RHODES INTERVIEWS DR. DOROTHY ENRIQUEZ. Join us as we discuss the significant work Dorothy Enriquez's premier learning and leadership development firm is doing, particularly in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector. Dorothy also...
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