In this conversation, Jason Cochran engages with Michael Morgan and Scott Himes from Medallion Partners to explore the evolving landscape of executive search and talent acquisition. They discuss the significant uncertainties and changes in the industry, the critical importance of succession planning, and the impact of AI on the workforce. The conversation emphasizes the need for organizations to adapt to new realities, make wise decisions in talent acquisition, and the importance of change management in navigating these challenges.

Additional Resources:

https://medallionpartnersinc.com/contact-medallion/

Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-morgan-career/

Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scotthimes/

Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-d-cochran/

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• Uncertainty is a prevailing theme in executive hiring today.
• The pace of change in the industry is faster than ever.
• Organizations face a talent crisis due to retiring leaders.
• Succession planning is often neglected, leading to risks.
• Cultural fit is essential for new hires to drive change.

Live from the PeopleForward Network Community, Jason sits down with Dr. Patricia Grabarek and Dr. Katina Sawyer—aka the workplace wellbeing docs 👩‍⚕️👩‍⚕️—to talk about their new book “Leading for Wellness.”

Why are employees feeling worse despite all the wellness perks? What does real support look like? And how can leaders stop burnout before it starts? This convo is packed with research, laughs, and “aha” moments on leading people-first.

Let’s get well, together. 🌱

Additional Resources:

Join the PFN Community!

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• Wellness programs alone don’t improve employee wellbeing—leadership behaviors do.
• Authenticity and vulnerability from leaders foster trust and openness on teams.
• Leaders must proactively prioritize and manage team workload to prevent burnout.
• Understanding employee individuality is crucial—wellness is not one-size-fits-all.
• AI has the potential to help or harm wellbeing, depending on how it’s integrated.

In this conversation, Jason Cochran and Josh Drean explore the rapidly changing landscape of work, particularly in relation to artificial intelligence and its implications for employment. They discuss the uncertainty surrounding AI's capabilities, the importance of human connection in the workplace, and the need for a new employment model that prioritizes meaningful work.

The conversation highlights the ethical considerations of AI integration, the challenges faced by HR, and the necessity for strategic implementation of AI tools to enhance productivity without sacrificing employee experience. In this conversation, Josh Drean and Jason Cochran explore the evolving landscape of work, focusing on the needs and expectations of the modern workforce.

Additional Resources:

Connect with Josh on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshdrean/

Check out Josh’s book: https://work3.me/book/

Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-d-cochran/

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• The pace of change in the world feels overwhelming.
• Disengaging from news and technology may not be a solution.
• AI's development is still shrouded in mystery, even for experts.
• Honesty and transparency from tech leaders are refreshing.
• The future of work may involve more meaningful, mission-based roles.