This Is Working with Daniel Roth

A major priority of Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel’s leadership involves in-person store visits to gather feedback from employees, suppliers and customers to get a better understanding of how things are working. On the latest This is Working, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth talks to Buechel about his strategy of keeping the multinational market grounded in community roots. Buechel also discusses how Whole Foods has evolved its culture since becoming a part of Amazon. Share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Jason Buechel, Whole Foods Market, Dan Roth and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon takes part in our rapid fire Q&A, sharing the habits that keep him productive, such as turning notifications off and keeping track of his day with a simple sheet of paper. Dimon offers unique career advice, including why you shouldn’t rely on a mentor or set your sights on a CEO role. He also speaks candidly about what he learned getting fired from Citigroup and why he went back to his former boss, legendary financier Sanford “Sandy” Weil, to discuss it. Have questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Jamie Dimon , JPMorgan Chase , Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

Jamie Dimon is one of the most admired leaders in business for his nearly two decades of innovative leadership, steering JPMorgan Chase out of a financial crisis to become the largest bank in the U.S., with $2.6 trillion dollars in assets and over 240,000 employees. On the latest "This is Working," LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth talks to Dimon about how he is reshaping the workforce by focusing on skills development and tapping into overlooked talent pools that include applicants without college degrees and ex-convicts. They also discuss how Dimon's career advice has evolved and his thoughts on finding a successor to fill his very big shoes when he retires as CEO. Share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Jamie Dimon, JPMorgan Chase, Dan Roth and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week on our rapid fire Q&A, LinkedIn Senior Producer Sarah Storm talks to Erika Ayers Badan, Food52 CEO, author of “Nobody Cares About Your Career,” and the former CEO of Barstool Sports. Erika talks about learning to see feedback as a gift and the moment that led her to dramatically change what she did for a living. She also shares her top career advice, which includes finding something that scares you and embracing failure. Be sure to check out Erika’s full conversation with Sarah on Hello Monday. Have questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Erika Ayers Badan, Sarah Storm, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

This week on our rapid-fire Q&A, Slutty Vegan founder and CEO Pinky Cole talks about the mentorship of restaurateur and Slutty Vegan investor Danny Meyer, learning to appreciate the small wins when larger goals aren’t achieved, and why she wants to call her next book: “Never Take Your Hands Off the Wheel.” Have questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Pinky Cole, Slutty Vegan, Danny Meyer, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

The restaurant industry is notoriously difficult to succeed in. Slutty Vegan founder and CEO Pinky Cole knows that firsthand. She pushed through a lot of failures to build her restaurant empire and she writes about that journey in her latest book “I Hope You Fail.” In today's podcast conversation, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth and Senior Producer Nina Melendez talk about Dan's takeaways from his conversation with Pinky, including how her self-awareness and a resilient spirit helped turn her biggest challenges into opportunities. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Pinky Cole on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Pinky Cole, Slutty Vegan, Dan Roth, Nina Melendez, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week on our rapid-fire Q&A, Delta CEO Ed Bastian shares what he learned when he quit the company in 2005 and was asked to come back mere months later to lead a restructuring. Ed also talks about the importance of positioning yourself for success vs. going for the bigger paycheck. Have a question you want to hear on This is Quick? Share your comments via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Ed Bastian, Delta Air Lines, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox

The daily work of running an airline is like solving a complicated puzzle. Delta CEO Ed Bastian has navigated his company through all kinds of turbulence to maintain its standing as one of the most admired airlines in the world. In today's podcast conversation, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth and Senior Producer Nina Melendez talk about Dan's takeaways from his recent conversation with Ed, including what leadership lessons can be drawn from the tough calls Ed has made and his strategic, long-term thinking beyond the in-flight experience. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Ed Bastian on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Ed Bastian, Delta Airlines, Dan Roth, Nina Melendez, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

Bob Pittman has built a reputation as a visionary and transformational leader — from launching MTV and Nick at Nite, to leading AOL’s explosive growth, to a stint as CEO of Six Flags, and in his current role at the helm of iHeartMedia. If you’re a regular listener of This is Working, you’ve likely heard Dan and Nina frequently mention Dan's conversation with Bob, and there’s a great reason why — he offered such a clear framework for how to grab attention and take risks. We featured some of Bob’s advice for career starters in our last episode and now bring you even more of his incredible insights. Share your comments via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Bob Pittman, iHeart Media, Dan Roth, Nina Melendez, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn and subscribe to our This is Working newsletter.

With graduation season in full swing, we’ve got a special episode of This is Working featuring a compilation of our favorite, actionable career advice from guests: Barack Obama, former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi, Giant Spoon co-founder Jon Haber, Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team CEO Toto Wolff, Girls Who Code CEO Tarika Barrett, iHeartMedia CEO Bob Pittman, Today Show co-host Al Roker, Property Brothers Drew & Jonathan Scott, AI pioneer Fei-Fei Li and research professor and author Brené Brown. Pass this episode along to the recent grads in your life and follow these leaders on LinkedIn for more great insights! Share your comments via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

This week on our rapid-fire Q&A, CVS Health CEO Karen S. Lynch shares her best career advice, including how you can turn any opportunity into a skill builder, and how she gained a mentor by speaking her mind. Karen also details the morning routine that gets her mentally and physically ready for the day. Have questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Karen Lynch, CVS Health, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox

CVS Health CEO Karen Lynch, the author of the new book, "Taking Up Space," is the definition of a high-powered executive. A segment of her power comes from her willingness to be both decisive and vulnerable. In today's podcast conversation, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth and Senior Producer Nina Melendez talk about Dan's takeaways from his recent conversation with Karen. They cover the power in leaders sharing hard personal truths, what it really means to bring your whole self to work, and why it's critical for executives to gain a personal understanding of how customers interact with their companies. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Karen Lynch on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Karen Lynch, CVS Health, Dan Roth, Nina Melendez, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week on our rapid-fire Q&A, Bob Moritz, the Global Chairman of PwC, shares his trajectory from an early career in accounting to the top of PwC. Bob shares the lessons he learned as his career priorities shifted, why he wants his team to hold him accountable, and why the key to a successful career is to be a knowledge sharer, not a knowledge hoarder. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Bob Moritz, PwC, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

Attracting top talent, developing them, and preparing them for their next venture is a core part of PwC’s strategy. Which means Bob Mortiz, the firm’s Global Chairman, has figured out the flow of employee retention/replacement like no one else. For him, it’s comes down to making sure your employees understand the strategy and have time to learn skills to prepare them for future jobs. In today's podcast conversation, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth and Senior Producer Nina Melendez talk about Bob’s approach, as well as some of his learnings as he steps down from his role, including the importance of developing thick skin. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Bob Moritz on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Bob Mortiz, Dan Roth, Nina Melendez, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, subscribe to the newsletter here, and find the 2024 LinkedIn Top Companies list here.

This week on our rapid-fire Q&A, Tiffany Williams, Steph Curry's indispensable right-hand and COO of Thirty Ink, reveals insights into her dynamic work life and what it takes to work with an NBA superstar. Tiffany tells us how she hesitantly took a reception desk job for the Golden State Warriors and how it ended up being a pivotal moment in her career. She also shares her secret to staying productive and explains how the unexpected challenge her love of reading poses to her success. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Tiffany Williams, Stephen Curry, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

How do you chart a path to the very top from an unconventional beginning? For Tiffany Williams, COO of Thirty Ink, the parent company of Steph Curry's various ventures, it all comes down to making yourself known. She began as a receptionist for the Warriors and set about making herself known -- and indispensable. In today's podcast conversation, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth and Senior Producer Nina Melendez talk through Williams' career story and the lessons it has for all of us. They discuss finding and empowering a deputy, making longevity plays at companies you believe in, and how to land that big job opportunity. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Tiffany Williams on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Tiffany Williams, Thirty Ink, Dan Roth, Nina Melendez, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

The team at "This is Working with Dan Roth" is excited to share this preview of Building One, the newest addition to the LinkedIn Podcast Network. Building One is hosted by Tomer Cohen, LinkedIn's Chief Product Officer. In this series of engaging one-on-one conversations with accomplished product leaders, you'll trace the professional journeys of today's top builders, gain insights into the intricacies of product development, and glimpse the stories behind the tech world's most impactful products. The episode we're bringing you today features an insightful conversation with Pixar co-founder, Ed Catmull. Tomer hears from Ed about how he built a successful creative team by hiring with a growth mindset and how to lead such a team with careful process and without ego. Follow Building One on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Then, find the conversation on LinkedIn.

This week, Belén Garijo, the CEO of Merck KGaA, takes center stage in a rapid-fire round of questioning about how she works and leads a company older than the United States. Belén shares how the pandemic brought out the best in her team, why alignment meetings before meetings drive her up the wall, and why she believes in the importance of being self aware. "If you look at yourself with a critical eye, you always find ways for you to develop," says Garijo. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Belén Garijo, Merck KGaA, Nina Melendez, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

Merck KGaA may be the oldest company to appear on This is Working. Its CEO, Belén Garijo, oversees this diverse health, life science, and electronics company in its 13th generation. In this conversation, Dan and Nina dig into why Belén is such an effective leader for the Merck KGaA of today, how crucial it is to hire for potential, and why the future of networking within large companies is building community. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Belén Garijo on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Belén Garijo, Merck KGaA, Dan Roth, Nina Melendez, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here

This week, Bill Shufelt, Athletic Brewing Company co-founder, takes center stage in a rapid-fire round of questioning about how he works. In a candid, quick-fire round, Bill shares how a positive mindset keeps him at the top of his game, how he sets himself up for success by doing one simple thing the night before, and why moving up and moving on is critical to startup success. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Bill Shufelt, Athletic Brewing Co., Nina Melendez, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

There's a solid chance that if you were running a 5k or a half-marathon in Athletic Brewing Company's early days, Bill Shufelt handed you a non-alcoholic beer. He's been on a mission to transform how Americans think about drinking and social events, and has been a major force in the sober-curious movement. In this episode, Bill joins LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth to talk about Athletic Brewing's journey from an idea to the number one non-alcoholic beer in America. They talk about what it's like to trade in stability to chase a powerful dream, and why some non-scalable ideas can still have enormous impact on your bottom line. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Bill Shufelt on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Bill Shufelt, Athletic Brewing Company, Dan Roth and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week, Leah Smart, host of LinkedIn's award-winning podcast, "Everyday Better," sits in the spotlight for a rapid-fire round of questioning about how she works. In a sit-down with Senior Producer Nina Melendez, Leah offers a peek into her ritual for making the most of her mornings, explains the importance of having specific action items for a really productive and meaningful 1:1, shares her podcast's origin story, and offers listeners a behind-the-scenes glimpse into how she applies some of the lessons learned from her guests. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Leah Smart, Everyday Better, Nina Melendez, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Listen to Everyday Better here (or wherever you get your podcasts). Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

This week, Joaquin Duato, CEO of Johnson & Johnson, sits in the spotlight for a rapid-fire round of questioning about how he works. Joaquin shares his favorite recent reads, advocates for patience as an essential for success in both work and in life, and explains why it's hard to receive honest feedback as a CEO and how he navigates that challenge. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Joaquin Duato, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

Job hopping is the norm these days, so Joaquin Duato’s 34-year dedication to Johnson & Johnson stands out as a remarkable feat – it’s also a testament to the opportunities that come from being loyal to a single company. In this episode, hosts Nina Melendez and Dan Roth dig into the power of saying “yes” to new opportunities and how that helped pave Joaquin's path to the C-suite. They talk about how to trust your manager to have your best interests in mind, debate whether senior leaders need to be subject matter experts, and share thoughts on how to spin your unique life experience into your personal value prop. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Joaquin Duato on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Joaquin Duato, Nina Melendez and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week, Jon Haber, co-founder of Giant Spoon - the creative advertising juggernaut that stirs up attention via big, interactive marketing campaigns, sits in the spotlight for a rapid-fire round of questioning about how he works. Jon divulges his sure-fire trick to beat procrastination, how to leverage naivety for early career achievement, and why he thinks following your dreams is the wrong way to succeed in the marketplace. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Jon Haber, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

In a world where companies crave creative talent, Jon Haber of Giant Spoon stands out as someone who has mastered the ability to pull creativity out of every member of his staff – regardless of their roles. Giant Spoon is the advertising agency known for innovative campaigns like Stranger Things’ Upside Down on the Empire State Building and General Electric's New York Times takeover. In this episode, Nina and Dan discuss insights from Dan's conversation with Jon, highlighting how “non-creatives” can get creative, why it's critical to meet even bad ideas with an open mind, and the power of naïveté. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Jon Haber on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Jon Haber, Nina and Dan on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week, Dr. Fei-Fei Li, known as the godmother of AI, sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how she works. Fei-Fei shares why she makes sure always to get a good night's sleep, how her high school mentor put her on the path to success, and describes how a cognitive psychologist's research paper became a catalyst for her own groundbreaking contributions to the field of artificial intelligence. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Dr. Fei-Fei Li, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

AI is fundamentally transforming the workplace, with pioneering technologies like ChatGPT sparking both excitement and concern. According to McKinsey & Co., 55% of global organizations have adopted AI; in the U.S. that number is 73%, according to PwC. In this episode, Dan and Tanya Dua, Tech editor at LinkedIn News and stand-in for Nina Melendez, discuss Dan’s recent interview with Fei-Fei Li who is known as the godmother of AI. Dan and Tanya talk about the necessity of keeping humanity within AI, the benefit of an outsider's perspective, and how to find your true north at work. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Fei-Fei Li on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Fei-Fei Li, Tanya Dua and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week, Mark C. Thompson, sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how he works. Mark shares how Charles Schwab significantly influenced his career, why he believes many influential people struggle with goal-setting, and how his experience playing the trumpet shaped his leadership skills. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Mark Thompson, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter – you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

Happy New Year! Our team at This is Working is kicking off 2024 with an energizing discussion featuring the wisdom of star executive coach Mark C. Thompson. Mark's clientele includes Jeff Bezos, Richard Branson, Venus Williams...and by extension, listeners of This is Working. Dan and Nina dig into Mark's advice on goal setting, skilling up, and how identifying our biggest passions can set us up for success. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Mark Thompson on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Mark C. Thompson, Nina Melendez and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

Just a few years ago, Barnes & Noble was nearing retail oblivion. Enter expert bookstore owner and new CEO James Daunt, who has trusted in the B&N booksellers to connect with their consumers and revive the brand. In this episode, Nina and Dan highlight takeaways from Dan’s recent conversation with James. They discuss how to revamp a company threatened by Amazon, whether leveling up your employees really helps morale, and why it can be so freeing to stay relaxed when things go awry. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with James Daunt on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow James Daunt, Barnes & Noble, Nina Melendez and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week, we put James Daunt, Barnes & Noble CEO, to the hot seat for a quickfire session where he reveals insights about his work habits. James talks about why he'd part with his phone but never his cherished fountain pen, shares his deep enthusiasm for today's bestselling authors, and even spills a surprising secret about his reading preferences. Got a business book James should put on his must-read list? Add to the unofficial canon of business books by posting on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisIsWorking. Subscribe to the This is Working Newsletter to watch Dan interview James, and stay tuned next week as Dan and Nina extract the top takeaways from this conversation. Follow James Daunt, Dan Roth, Barnes & Noble, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

Earlier this week, we put one of the Property Brothers, Jonathan Scott, in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how they work. Today, we welcome his brother Drew Scott. Drew shares his thoughts on loyalty, punctuality, and the power in understanding yourself and the way you work. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag, #ThisIsWorking. Follow HGTV, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

This week, we put both of the Property Brothers in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how they work. First up, in this episode: Jonathan Scott. Jonathan shares the unusual item he carries with him everywhere (even into our studios), his methodology for ruthless productivity, and how a lesson from his first mentor, a magician, set the stage for his future ethos and success. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag, #ThisIsWorking. Follow HGTV, Dan Roth, and LinkedIn News on LinkedIn.

Over the last few years, Drew and Jonathon Scott - best known as The Property Brothers - have grown their entrepreneurial empire well beyond their HGTV stardom. They run a thriving production company, have a stylish line of home goods, and have even ventured into solar sustainability. In this episode, Nina and Dan highlight takeaways from Dan’s recent conversation with The Property Brothers. The conversation ranges from working smarter, not harder, to why convening a personal board of directors can be so useful, to why staying open to not always having the answers can actually be a key to greater success. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with The Property Brothers on the LinkedIn News Page. For more on Eduardo Briceño's work on "performance zones" vs "learning zones," check out "The Performance Paradox." You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Eduardo Briceño, Nina Melendez and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week, Andrew Seaman, Senior Managing Editor for Jobs & Career Development at LinkedIn News, and host of LinkedIn's job search podcast, "Get Hired," sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how he works. Andrew shares the bag that has him prepped for just about any situation, which newscasters he wrote to for early motivation (and what responses he got), and why he recommends pursuing contentment - not love - for job satisfaction. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Andrew Seaman, Nina Melendez, and Dan Roth on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter - you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox. For actionable advice on landing your next job, subscribe to Andrew's Get Hired newsletter, and find his podcast wherever you listen.

LinkedIn recently released its inaugural Top MBA list, a data-backed ranking of graduate business programs that lead to career growth. In the U.S., Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management ranked sixth. One factor that sets them apart is their focus on empathy as a teachable skill. In this episode, Nina and Dan highlight takeaways from Dan’s recent conversation with Francesca Cornelli, Dean of Kellogg. They discuss whether an MBA is worth the money, if companies can be empathetic, and how professionals can stay competitive in the face of rapidly changing technology. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Spike Lee on the LinkedIn News Page and find LinkedIn’s Top MBA list here. You can share your thoughts via email at [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Dean Cornelli, Nina Melendez, and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week, Francesca Cornelli, Dean of the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how she works. Dean Cornelli shares her secret to ensuring a perfect espresso, why it's so important to learn to let go, and why even the Dean of a top business school sometimes feels like a work in progress. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Dean Cornelli, the Kellogg School of Management, and Dan Roth on LinkedIn.

Last month, renowned director Spike Lee joined LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief Daniel Roth for a candid conversation on the set of LinkedIn's Talent Connect event in New York City. In this episode, Dan and Nina highlight takeaways from that conversation and share their own thoughts. They discuss barriers to entry in higher education, the role of ambition in crafting a successful career, and the power parents have to make (or more often break) their children's dreams. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Spike Lee on the LinkedIn News Page. You can send us your thoughts via email to [email protected], or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Nina Melendez and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

This week, Jessi Hempel, LinkedIn Senior Editor-at-Large and host of LinkedIn's award-winning flagship podcast, Hello Monday, sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how she works. Jessi shares the motivating piece of jewelry she's always wearing, what she gained when she learned to bring her own perspective to her writing, and what one morning routine is the key to better work and deeper meaning. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking.Follow Jessi Hempel, Nina Melendez, and Dan Roth on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter - you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox. For more insights into the changing world of work, follow Hello Monday with Jessi Hempel wherever you listen.

Today, LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth sits down with Sir Richard Branson to talk about how dyslexia has impacted his life and career. October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. The conversation around dyslexia has evolved significantly over the years, and opinions about dyslexia are beginning to change as scientists find that dyslexics don't just see words differently -- they see the world differently, leading to sought-after skills like creativity, problem solving, and leadership. While dyslexic thinking is emerging as a skill in its own right, with more than 20,000 LinkedIn members listing "dyslexic thinking" as a skill on their profile, research by LinkedIn and Made by Dyslexia reveals that the vast majority of US and UK dyslexics don't feel that their workplaces know their strengths and talents. Today, Sir Richard shares his story, his perspective, and his takeaways from crafting a remarkable life with dyslexia as one variable. Follow Richard Branson and Daniel Roth on LinkedIn. Join our This is Working community by subscribing to Dan’s newsletter and posting your thoughts on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisIsWorking.

This week, Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the IMF, sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how she works. Kristalina shares the secret of lipstick as confidence builder, the band Queen as a motivating anchor, and the touching story of how a relative's illness pivoted her to a lifetime of service to our world.Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking Follow Kristalina Georgieva, the IMF, and Dan Roth on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter - you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, grew up in Bulgaria when it was still part of the Eastern Bloc. He's used the compassion and tenacity she developed in an emerging market to navigate a career spanning environmental policy and international leadership. In the latest This is Working podcast, Dan and Nina highlight key lessons from the Managing Director's recent chat with Dan, including the power of collective crisis management, strategies for handling overwork, and the role of risk taking in your career. Got questions you want to hear our This is Working hosts ask? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisIsWorking, or drop us a line. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Kristalina Georgieva on the LinkedIn News page. You can reach us at [email protected]. Follow Kristalina Georgieva, Dan Roth and Nina Melendez on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the This is Working newsletter here: LinkedIn.com/ThisIsWorking

This week, Everette Taylor, Kickstarter CEO, sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how he works. Everette tells the story and superstition behind his lucky leather ring, opens up about finding an early mentor in superstar artist and mogul Jay-Z...despite never actually meeting him, and offers up the secret to a great 1:1. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking Follow Everette Taylor, Kickstarter, and Dan Roth on LinkedIn. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter - you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

Dany Garcia, Co-Founder of LinkedIn 2023 Top Startup ZOA Energy, is a committed multi-hyphenate. In addition to ZOA, she's a founder of Seven Bucks Productions, lifestyle brand GSTQ, and co-owner of the XFL alongside her business partner, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. In this episode of #ThisIsWorking the Podcast, Dan Roth and Nina Melendez dig into takeaways from Dan's recent interview with Dany. They talk about what goes into building terrific teams, why relating to your audience is key to growth, and how being the unique person in the room can feel like a shortcoming, but it's actually a superpower. Dan also shares a powerful lesson on why supporting others is a much better choice than than being snarky. To watch Dan's full interview with Dany Garcia, click here. You can also learn more about LinkedIn's Top Startups list of 2023 and see LinkedIn's former CEO Jeff Weiner's approach to team building. Got questions you want to hear our This is Working hosts ask? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisIsWorking, or drop us a line. You can reach us at [email protected]. Follow Dany Garcia, Dan Roth and Nina Melendez on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the This is Working newsletter here: LinkedIn.com/ThisIsWorking

This week, Dany Garcia, co-founder of LinkedIn Top Startup Zoa Energy, sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how she works. Dany shares the daily routine that keeps her in a constant state of learning and growth, why researching your counterpart makes for a better one-on-one, and how, despite not having had mentors herself, she's baking mentoring others into her leadership style. Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking Follow Dany Garcia, Zoa Energy, The Garcia Companies, and Dan Roth on LinkedIn. Learn more about all of LinkedIn's Top Startups here. Subscribe to our This is Working newsletter - you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

This week, LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions about how he works. And this week, he turns it back around to ask host Daniel Roth about his own best practices! Ryan shares his excitement about The Path, his video and podcast series where the world's top leaders share their journeys to success. He shares moments from his own career journey, along with his exercise for deciding what really matters in a career Got questions you want to hear on This is Quick? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking Follow Ryan Roslansky and Dan Roth on LinkedIn. Chart your own path by following Ryan’s newsletter and podcast. Click here to subscribe to our This is Working newsletter - you’ll get our next leadership insights delivered right to your inbox.

Bob Pittman is the founder of MTV, the architect of AOL’s explosive growth, and the leader that navigated Six Flags through years of turmoil. Now he’s the CEO of iHeartMedia, one of the biggest media companies in the U.S. He's achieved all this success by channeling three important career skills: listening, observing, and empathizing. In this episode of #ThisIsWorking the Podcast, Dan Roth and Nina Melendez Ibarra dive into an accident that left Bob without an eye which ended up being the catalyst that made empathy his superpower. They also discuss making decisions with your gut vs data and why you can take a job even if you’re not passionate about it. In this episode of #ThisIsWorking the Podcast, Dan Roth and Nina Melendez Ibarra delve into a life-changing accident that cost Bob an eye, ultimately shaping empathy as his superpower. They also discuss the balance between following your gut and relying on data, and the value of pursuing jobs even when you’re not passionate about them. Got questions you want to hear our This is Working hosts ask? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisIsWorking, or drop us a line. You can reach us at [email protected]. Follow Bob Pittman, Dan Roth and Nina Melendez Ibarra on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the This is Working newsletter here: LinkedIn.com/ThisIsWorking

This week, iHeart Media Chairman and CEO Bob Pittman sits in the hot seat for a round of rapid fire questions on how he works. Bob shares his commitment to a hybrid to-do list strategy, why he thinks success and failure amount to the same thing, and the insight that convinced him to share his passion for his work with his kids. Got questions you want to hear our This is Working hosts ask? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisIsWorking, or drop us a line. You can reach us at [email protected]. Follow Bob Pittman and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the This is Working newsletter. Next week, Bob will share more of his leadership experience in a full conversation with Dan Roth on the LinkedIn News page.

Year Up Founder and CEO Gerald Chertavian believes that skill, more than credentials, is key to making a successful hire. He also thinks it’s a way to close the opportunity gap that primarily impacts low income individuals. In this episode of #ThisIsWorking the Podcast, Dan Roth and Nina Melendez Ibarra discuss Gerald’s mission with Year Up, including primary factors in improving social mobility, whether the ROI on college networks is worth the cost of a 4-year degree, and why Gerald’s pitch to executives on skills-based hiring is a case-study on how to be persuasive. Special thanks to members Sarah Horne, Virginia Backaitis, and Ben-Jamin Toy for their comments on the topic. Got questions you want to hear our This is Working hosts ask? Share a post or comment on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisIsWorking, or drop us a line. You can reach us at [email protected]. Follow Gerald Chertavian, Dan Roth and Nina Melendez Ibarra on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the This is Working newsletter here: LinkedIn.com/ThisIsWorking