The Resilience Lab

08/29/2024

Get Ready! New Roundtable Episode Drops Next Week! 🎙️

Catch a behind-the-scenes sneak peek of our upcoming roundtable discussion on The Resilience Lab—launching Tuesday! This episode is packed with insights as Rex leads a dynamic conversation with education experts on the evolving design of education spaces.

Meet the Roundtable:
Audrey Metz, Manager of Furniture and Design at Washington University
Melissa Turnbaugh, Partner & National Education & Innovation Leader at PBK
Amanda Costell, Interior Designer at the University of Toledo
Judy Hoskens, Principal & Senior Planner at DLR Group

We can’t wait to share this episode with you! Stay tuned and mark your calendar for next week’s release! ✨

11/13/2023

New Episode Drops Tomorrow!

Rex sits down to talk with Karen Mozes, SW Region Director of Professional Development at Gensler. We are so excited to share this episode with you as Karen touches on emotional intelligence in design and the workplace.

Keep a look out for the full episode tomorrow!

11/08/2023

Is emotional intelligence a priority where you work?

In The Resilience Lab Roundtable, Karen Mozes of Gensler dives into the discussion of prioritizing emotional intelligence in the workplace. Karen emphasizes the need to shift our focus from mere business and awards to building strong teams and lasting relationships in design.

Join Karen, Justin, Valerie, and Rex as they challenge the status quo to prioritize EI and redefine success in design.

Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/my/podcast/roundtable-emotional-intelligence/id1615776491?i=1000626085688
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/33uhcu2icLUfs0Hyrb4Xwh?si=WoPS_S1kRkm1bOjAUSlCZA
Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/c9JNPwW6ua4?feature=shared

10/31/2023

Check out The Resilience Lab's latest episode with Rex Miller and Valerie Garrett, VP and Director of Design at Fifth Third Bank, as she discusses their workplace transformation journey, resilience, and leadership.

Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYAdIQdVl88

In this episode, Rex sits down with Valerie Garrett, VP and Design Director at Fifth Third Bank, as she discusses their workplace transformation journey. Val...

10/25/2023

Valerie Garrett (Fifth Third Bank) emphasizes the core factors for a successful workplace transformation. While amenities are alluring, the true essence of returning to the workplace lies in fostering a cherished culture and effective leadership. These aspects go beyond superficial attractions, emphasizing their pivotal roles in driving meaningful workplace change.

Listen to the podcast to hear more insights from Valerie.

10/23/2023

New Episode Drops Tomorrow!

Rex talks with Valerie Garret, VP and Design Director at Fifth Third Bank, and gains insights on creating a resilient, vibrant, and inclusive workspace. Stay tuned for valuable advice on leadership, trust, flexibility, and more. You won't want to miss this episode

Keep a look out for the full episode tomorrow!

10/10/2023

"Is your organization's culture the unsung hero or the silent saboteur of its resilience journey?

Join Rex in this episode as he dives into how culture often goes overlooked in change management conversations and its impact on an organization's adaptability and resilience in our ever-changing world.

As we navigate the post-pandemic landscape, we're met with a unique challenge—a struggle between the desire to return to old routines and the resistance to do so. This tension is deeply rooted in our organizational culture, shaping our attitudes, habits, and behaviors. Rex breaks down the four cultures operating within organizations and shares stories illustrating the power of aligning your stated culture with the shadow culture to drive positive change.

Join us to uncover the transformative potential of culture in building resilience within organizations. You'll gain actionable insights to apply in your own workplace to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape where resilience is the key.

Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/reflections-cracking-the-culture-code/id1615776491?i=1000630872556
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0V3szeHsqNmKCHHcOWKOhh?si=b8dae671c00b4306

10/03/2023

Justin Ferguson, BHDP Architecture, shares his experience measuring Key Experience Indicators (KXI) with Rex Miller on The Resilience Lab podcast.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) often focus solely on financial outcomes. With Justin's perspective on KXIs, he highlights the importance of considering the experience aspect – the journey, the human element – alongside the traditional metrics. KXIs dive deeper to explore the return on investment from a people-centric perspective and gauge a company's organizational health.

Justin's perspective challenges us to look beyond the conventional metrics and into the heart of our organizations. Are we building workplaces where trust and collaboration flourish? Are we creating experiences that attract and retain the best talent?

Let's shift our focus from just hitting targets to crafting exceptional experiences. Listen to more of the conversation between Justin and Rex in the links below.

Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-power-of-architecture-and-design-to-shape-communities/id1615776491?i=1000629207811
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Mw45xCQTvqSBwWVkWjgPp?si=8009d0594d6a41fd
Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwdnwSrE5OM

09/28/2023

Justin Ferguson from BHDP Architecture shares his insights with host Rex Miller about setting aside the ego in design and focusing on people. 🙌

By doing this, you can create spaces where the people who use them feel supported and empowered. Intentional workplace design combined with an inclusive people-focused culture can establish transparency, trust, and ultimately a healthier work environment where people are excited to come into the office and collaborate.

Listen to the full episode and gain more insights from Justin!

Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-power-of-architecture-and-design-to-shape-communities/id1615776491?i=1000629207811
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Mw45xCQTvqSBwWVkWjgPp?si=8009d0594d6a41fd
Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwdnwSrE5OM

09/26/2023

In this podcast episode, Rex engages in a conversation with Justin Ferguson, architect and Lead Strategist at BHDP Architecture. Join us as we discover Justin's journey and how it led him to embrace community-oriented design, its impact on people in spaces, and how he applies it in practice.

Justin shares how his experiences in urban design led him to reevaluate the role of architecture in benefiting communities. His story highlights the transformative potential of design when coupled with empathy and community engagement. He emphasizes the crucial role of empathy, trust, and innovation in shaping a workplace culture that fosters collaboration and prioritizes employee well-being.

As Justin shares his experiences and insights, he helps us see architecture and design in a new light, showcasing their power to shape both communities and workplaces.

Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-power-of-architecture-and-design-to-shape-communities/id1615776491?i=1000629207811
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Mw45xCQTvqSBwWVkWjgPp?si=8009d0594d6a41fd
Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwdnwSrE5OM

09/25/2023

New Episode Drops Tomorrow!

In this upcoming episode, Rex sits down with Justin Ferguson, Lead Strategist at BHDP Architecture. They take a deeper dive into Justin's architecture and design journey discussing his early influences, project experiences, and perspective on the future of work.

Keep a look out for the full episode tomorrow!

09/22/2023

How can you excel in the workplace with challenging colleagues? Join Karen Mozes from Gensler on The Resilience Lab Roundtable for insights on social and emotional intelligence.

In any work environment, understanding and managing emotions is key to success. Karen emphasizes the importance of open communication and trust and how building these skills is essential for a harmonious workplace.

Gain more insights from Karen and guests Valerie Garrett, and Justin Ferguson, with Rex Miller by listening to the podcast linked below.

Listen on Apple: https://lnkd.in/gm69tpDb
Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gHNTui53
Watch on Youtube: https://lnkd.in/giyFnVPn

Unlock the power of emotional intelligence and foster empathy and trust for a better workplace environment and culture!