How Dr. Alise Cortez Thinks About Fostering Connection and Innovation in Hybrid Workplaces

How Leaders Think with Kenny Lange

In this episode of "How Leaders Think," we discuss how the pandemic has reshaped our perceptions of work and led to the "great resignation," where individuals seek a higher quality of life and a better work-life integration. Dr. Cortez challenges the traditional notions of productivity, highlighting the need for empathy and recognizing the overwhelming burnout people have experienced.

Throughout our conversation, we touch on the generational perspective, the train wreck in the workplace, and the importance of authenticity and spiritual intelligence in driving creativity and innovation. Dr. Cortez leaves us with practical ways leaders can create a more humane workplace and how to cultivate a higher level of thinking by engaging with organizations striving for positive change.

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Resources:

Alise Cortez LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisecortez/

The Great Revitalization: https://amzn.to/4915D93

Podcast of Dr. Alise Cortez and Stephen M. R. Covy Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXPHtFu-BWw

Dr. Alise Cortez Podcast: @workingonpurposeradiowithd3150

• (00:00) - Intro
• (00:00) - Chapter 2
• (02:46) - Larger companies insist on returning to office.
• (00:00) - Chapter 4
• (05:20) - Trust in remote work, monitoring software, office space utilization.
• (00:00) - Chapter 6
• (07:08) - Trust and COVID: Breaking old patterns?
• (00:00) - Chapter 8
• (13:00) - Prioritizing family, community, and work integration.
• (00:00) - Chapter 10
• (14:20) - Trauma, sensory overload, workplace train wrecks, generational differences.
• (00:00) - Chapter 12
• (19:15) - Personality as a survival tool limits growth.
• (00:00) - Chapter 14
• (21:26) - Importance of empathy in work-life integration.
• (00:00) - Chapter 16
• (25:18) - Creating destination workplaces with curated experiences.
• (00:00) - Chapter 18
• (30:12) - Don't miss the point of scale and growth.
• (00:00) - Chapter 20
• (33:24) - Continuing to associate with aspiring organizations is critical. Spiritual intelligence is being measured and valued. Staying connected encourages creativity and belongingness.
• (00:00) - Chapter 22
• (35:03) - Association with positive influences can change attitudes.