Weirdos In the Workplace

Welcome Laurie Fenske to "Weirdos in the Workplace"! 

Laurie embodies a lifelong philosophy of learning from every experience, embracing each challenge as an opportunity for growth. In 2016, Laurie pivoted her professional focus towards her true passion—coaching. Today, as a MCC level ICF certified coach, she offers bespoke solution-based coaching across North America and Europe.

Laurie’s coaching sessions...

In this #throwback episode of Weirdos in the Workplace, Erin interviews Eleanore Eaves, a brilliant strategist, writer, and coach, about executive presence.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction and upcoming podcast announcement
2:00 - Eleanore's background and introduction to executive presence
5:00 - Building and nurturing executive presence
9:00 - Eleanore's personal evolution and role models in leadership
13:00 - Diversity in executi...

With over 30 years of experience in high-tech sales and marketing, Kim Tofin shares insights on the critical roles in forming high-performing and high-impact teams. 

Through personal stories and professional insights, Kim explains how creating a safe space for authenticity and unique contributions can transform organizational culture and drive unparalleled success.

Don't miss this in-depth discussion on fo...

Intro:

Jennifer Robb is an enthusiastic and strategic finance leader with over 15 years of experience in various public and private industries, including transportation, construction, and energy. A few years ago, Jennifer experienced burnout caused by what we would call “old school toxic management”.

Through recovery, Jennifer discovered hidden insights about herself and the workplace. She embraced mindful...

With 25 years of experience in HR, Sarah has dedicated her career to empowering leadership teams and coaching emerging leaders in competitive industries. Her unique approach combines bold leadership with kindness and compassion, creating environments where individuals can truly thrive. Get ready to be inspired as Sarah shares her vision of using compassion and humor to unlock the potential in others. Join us as we explore her insig...

Meet Jaya Kaushik, a trailblazer whose journey began as a new Canadian immigrant and transformed into a powerful force for change in Canadian society.

As a Talent Management Professional and because of her lived experience, Jaya is integrating numerous components of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in her work.

Her story is one of resilience and ambition, weaving together her experiences from transportation, retail, bank...

Kevin Judge is the CEO and Founder of iNOBL, a strategic business advisory firm with a global reach.

A best-selling author, international speaker, and strategic business advisor, Kevin leads a team of professionals that senior leaders trust, to turn strategy into sustainable success.

Join us for an insightful conversation on how to go from chaos to clarity, to best guide organizations to harness their potential, and excel beyond ex...

“You don’t need to be healthy to be worthy human being”

Fierce, hilariously honest, and an A-list advocate, Vinny Welsby is a fat activist and diversity, equity and inclusion leader. They are a world-leading expert on dismantling anti-fat bias and diet culture, a TEDx speaker, podcast host and best-selling author. 

Vinny is trans-non-binary and is dedicated to shifting how society views fat and queer bodie...

From the challenges faced to the victories celebrated, your host Erin Patchell, shares valuable insights on the good, the bad, and the ugly of her entrepreneurial journey so far. Stay tuned to find out what it takes to be an entrepreneur in today's world, and how to celebrate the small milestones on the path to success!

Stay in Touch:

https://ca.linkedin.com/in/erin-patchell

For more on Erin, her services, and her entr...

If Alex Keenan is known for anything, it's for knowing how to take the “ick out of public speaking"!

From public speaking at conferences to courtrooms to crowded bars, Alex has learned a thing or ten about authentic audience connection and making public speaking a fun and crucial skill for success. 

With a deep understanding of how to bridge gaps between people - and a gift for helping her cli...

Having had 32 jobs in 15 years, Steph Gillies has amassed an ample amout of experience to learn how to perfect the job search! Now as a professional resume writer and career coach, Steph Gillies helps individuals embrace their identitifies and land their dream jobs in a competitive economy.

Since 2020, she has helped over 1000 people improve their branding, tailor their resumes and land their dream jobs!

So folks, take your pens an...

Amy Davies, CEO of HR tech and training firm First30 and author of “A Spark in the Dark” is a specialist in employee onboarding, retention, and outplacement services, having gotten her start at major companies like Unilever, Rogers and Mars/Wrigley.

With her experiences personally and professionally, and armed with knowledge derived from Robert D Hare and other researchers, Amy is spreading awareness on the inconspicuous psychopath...

What works for other might not work for you. What if your key to success was to not have a niche? What if tring to focus on one thing was actually hindering your path success?

Founder and CEO of 8Ball Clarity, the host of the podcast The Generalist Advantage,  former executive with nearly two decades in a global tech company and holds a ...

In this world there are leaders, strategists, implementers, shephards, heroes...

And let's not forget, Kathleen Johnson!

CEO of Kreativ Culture Strategies where she provides Diversity Equity Inclusion, and Anti-Racism training to organizations across Canada. She is an innovative leader who partners with her clients to deliver heart-centred diversity training and strategy that incorporates creativity to arrive at practical solutions...

Growing up with dyslexia and in a multicultural household, Nancy has navigated the challenges of being the 'other', and not fitting into societal norms. Now as an Ottawa-based DEI and employee wellness consultant who empowers marginalized and inferior voices, Nancy Cairns aims to create safe and healthy environments where everyone feels valued in corporate.  If you've been the 'black sheep'  of the herd, then you'll want to listen ...