• From New Hire to CEO: Empowering Everyone in Your Company to Contribute Great Ideas
    2025/09/16

    In this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast, Jon, Madeline, Melissa, and Christy draw from personal experience to discuss the importance of valuing diversity in career background when making decisions. They also provide practical guidance on how to make sure everyone feels empowered to contribute in meetings.

    Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events

    Statistically every year about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of course, that's bad for business, but it also spills over into the home lives of employees. Through our employee training, leadership training, and coaching we impact organizations of all sizes from executives to frontline workers. Our process will help you transform workplace environments and attitudes, inspiring lasting change that extends beyond the job into families and communities.

    As a former executive of Caterpillar Inc., a Fortune 100 company, Jon understands the necessity of a reliable, engaged workforce. Learn how he developed a proven process that led him to positively impact the bottom line and lives of thousands of leaders and employees around the world.

    Check out everything Jon has going on: https://linktr.ee/JonHarrison

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    19 分
  • Why Diverse Perspectives Make Teams Stronger (Not Harder to Manage)
    2025/09/02

    In this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast, Jon, Madeline, Melissa, and Christy discuss why diversity in the workplace isn’t something you should just do to be compliant; it’s a key way to make better decisions as an organization. The team also provides some insight as to how to best gather diverse perspectives and what to expect when different perspectives come into conflict.

    Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events

    Statistically every year about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of course, that's bad for business, but it also spills over into the home lives of employees. Through our employee training, leadership training, and coaching we impact organizations of all sizes from executives to frontline workers. Our process will help you transform workplace environments and attitudes, inspiring lasting change that extends beyond the job into families and communities.

    As a former executive of Caterpillar Inc., a Fortune 100 company, Jon understands the necessity of a reliable, engaged workforce. Learn how he developed a proven process that led him to positively impact the bottom line and lives of thousands of leaders and employees around the world.

    Check out everything Jon has going on: https://linktr.ee/JonHarrison

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    13 分
  • Burnout is Not a Badge of Honor – Why Overworking Hurts More Than It Helps
    2025/08/26

    In this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast, Jon, Madeline, Melissa, and Christy discuss the problem that is overworking. They discuss how to recognize overworking and how it's different from putting in good hard work and effort. They also discuss the importance of recognizing and discussing when you see overworking in one of your employees.

    Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events

    Statistically every year about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of course, that's bad for business, but it also spills over into the home lives of employees. Through our employee training, leadership training, and coaching we impact organizations of all sizes from executives to frontline workers. Our process will help you transform workplace environments and attitudes, inspiring lasting change that extends beyond the job into families and communities.

    As a former executive of Caterpillar Inc., a Fortune 100 company, Jon understands the necessity of a reliable, engaged workforce. Learn how he developed a proven process that led him to positively impact the bottom line and lives of thousands of leaders and employees around the world.

    Check out everything Jon has going on: https://linktr.ee/JonHarrison

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    18 分
  • Why People Check Out at Work - And How to Get Them Re-Engaged
    2025/08/19

    In this episode, Jon, Christy, Melissa, and Madelyn unpack the reasons behind employee disengagement—often labeled as “quiet quitting”—and what leaders can do to stop it before it becomes burnout or turnover. They explore common root causes like inconsistent accountability, a lack of support or recognition, and unclear expectations.

    You’ll also hear practical strategies for staying engaged, even when the work environment isn’t ideal. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or just starting out, this conversation will help you reflect on what it means to lead with consistency, character, and purpose.

    Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events

    Statistically, every year, about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of course, that's bad for business, but it also spills over into the home lives of employees. Through our employee training, leadership training, and coaching, we impact organizations of all sizes, from executives to frontline workers. Our process will help you transform workplace environments and attitudes, inspiring lasting change that extends beyond the job into families and communities.

    As a former executive of Caterpillar Inc., a Fortune 100 company, Jon understands the necessity of a reliable, engaged workforce. Learn how he developed a proven process that led him to positively impact the bottom line and lives of thousands of leaders and employees around the world.

    Check out everything Jon has going on: https://linktr.ee/JonHarrison

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    11 分
  • A Season of Growth and New Beginnings for the Jon Harrison Team
    2025/08/12
    In this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast we’re excited to share some big updates from the team! As our work and mission continue to grow, so does our team—and we’re thrilled to introduce you to the newest member of team!And as we welcome a new face, we also take time to celebrate and send off two team members who are stepping into new chapters.

    Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events

    Statistically every year about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of course, that's bad for business, but it also spills over into the home lives of employees. Through our employee training, leadership training, and coaching we impact organizations of all sizes from executives to frontline workers. Our process will help you transform workplace environments and attitudes, inspiring lasting change that extends beyond the job into families and communities.

    As a former executive of Caterpillar Inc., a Fortune 100 company, Jon understands the necessity of a reliable, engaged workforce. Learn how he developed a proven process that led him to positively impact the bottom line and lives of thousands of leaders and employees around the world.

    Check out everything Jon has going on: https://linktr.ee/JonHarrison

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    13 分
  • What Motivates People at Work? (Hint: It's Not Just Money)
    2025/08/05

    We all wish we could give the best and brightest of our employees a raise, but that's not always possible. On this episode of the Jon Harrison podcast, we discuss ways to be an encouragement to our employees and coworkers, promoting a work environment where people thrive. We find that this is often just as important, if not more so, to employee satisfaction as salary.

    Blog Post: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/why-money-isnt-the-best-motivator

    Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events

    Statistically every year about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of course, that's bad for business, but it also spills over into the home lives of employees. Through our employee training, leadership training, and coaching we impact organizations of all sizes from executives to frontline workers. Our process will help you transform workplace environments and attitudes, inspiring lasting change that extends beyond the job into families and communities.

    As a former executive of Caterpillar Inc., a Fortune 100 company, Jon understands the necessity of a reliable, engaged workforce. Learn how he developed a proven process that led him to positively impact the bottom line and lives of thousands of leaders and employees around the world.

    Check out everything Jon has going on: https://linktr.ee/JonHarrison

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    18 分
  • The Red Flags of a Bad Hire – What to Watch for in Interviews and Early Onboarding (With Saundra Cooksey)
    2025/07/28

    In this episode of the Jon Harrison Podcast, we’re joined by Saundra Cooksey, Director of HR at Water Tech Inc., for a powerful conversation about hiring with intention and the early signs that a new hire might not be the right fit. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Saundra shares how her team maintains a 1% turnover rate by making their workplace a true “work home”—a culture built on respect, high expectations, and meaningful onboarding.

    Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events

    Statistically every year about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of course, that's bad for business, but it also spills over into the home lives of employees. Through our employee training, leadership training, and coaching we impact organizations of all sizes from executives to frontline workers. Our process will help you transform workplace environments and attitudes, inspiring lasting change that extends beyond the job into families and communities.

    As a former executive of Caterpillar Inc., a Fortune 100 company, Jon understands the necessity of a reliable, engaged workforce. Learn how he developed a proven process that led him to positively impact the bottom line and lives of thousands of leaders and employees around the world.

    Check out everything Jon has going on: https://linktr.ee/JonHarrison

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    32 分
  • Fresh Eyes on Data and Culture (with Andrew Flora)
    2025/07/16

    In this episode, we’re introducing someone new to the team—our intern Andrew—and diving into a bigger conversation about how data can truly impact workplace culture. From paper surveys to streamlining systems, we’ve come a long way in how we collect and use feedback. Andrew brings a fresh set of eyes to our processes, helping us refine the way we serve clients through employee surveys and upward feedback. We talk about the importance of using data not just for the sake of numbers, but to actually drive behavior and create better work environments.

    Whether you’re already using feedback tools or you’ve been putting it off, this conversation may give you new perspective on why it matters—and how even small improvements in process can lead to big culture wins.

    Upcoming Events: https://www.jonharrisonvip.com/events

    Interested in doing a Survey with us? Contact Melissa Dunn, melissa@jonharrisonvip.com

    Statistically every year about 70% of people are disengaged at work! Of course, that's bad for business, but it also spills over into the home lives of employees. Through our employee training, leadership training, and coaching we impact organizations of all sizes from executives to frontline workers. Our process will help you transform workplace environments and attitudes, inspiring lasting change that extends beyond the job into families and communities.

    As a former executive of Caterpillar Inc., a Fortune 100 company, Jon understands the necessity of a reliable, engaged workforce. Learn how he developed a proven process that led him to positively impact the bottom line and lives of thousands of leaders and employees around the world.

    Check out everything Jon has going on: https://linktr.ee/JonHarrison

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    24 分