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Culture Over Quota 002: Learning to Unlearn - How Sales Leaders Can Rewire Themselves for 2025

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, host AJ Vaughan challenges sales leaders to confront their biggest barrier to growth—it’s not the ...

Culture Over Quota: The E1B2 Sales Leadership Series 001

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Revenue is the result—but what drives it? That’s the question Aj Vaughan, host of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, dares to explore in this powerful n...

The Revenue Rewire: Co‑Elevation Pods, Neuro Sprints & Culture Flywheels

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Innovation shouldn’t crawl—so let’s strap a jetpack on it. Aj Vaughan sits down to fuse three heavy‑hitters into one explosive playbook: Keith...

The Missing Variable: Timing & Alignment in Modern Talent Design

10 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most hiring conversations fixate on what skills an organization needs. But high‑performing companies increasingly prove that when those skills arr...

The Hidden Costs of going Global: w/Masha Sutherlin x RemoFirst

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From immigrating to the U.S. at 15 to scaling operations in 40+ countries, Masha Sutherlin has lived the complexities of global work—and now she’...

Bias Is Built Into the System—So Let’s Build Something Better

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I dig deep into the neuroscience of bias—pulling from the groundbreaking work of Dr. David Rock—to unpack why bias isn’t just a...

Reimagining Trust, Talent, and the Boomerang Effect

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The E1B2 Collective, I unpack the biggest signals from the 2025 Great Place to Work Summit—from trust as a business strategy to t...

Next-Gen Disruptors: Redefining HR from the Inside Out

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What’s up, E1B2 famToday’s episode is personal. I’m introducing a brand-new series we’re launching called Next-Gen Disruptors —and this one’...

Blueprints for a Bolder Workforce: w/ The New CHRO of AAA (Andrea Herron)

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Strap in—fresh-minted CHRO Andrea Herron is flipping the “people” script and inviting every listener along for the ride. In this turbo-charged c...

Learning Alchemy: Turning Skill Gaps into Growth Engines

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a world where every dollar in learning must prove its worth to a watchful CFO, today’s Head of L&D needs to become a true alchemist—transfo...

Ferrazzi’s Formula: Culture That Scales

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The E1B2 Podcast, we break down why every team—sales, ops, product, you name it—needs clarity on their three core behaviors. Th...

War vs Peace: The Leadership Clock

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Every organization lives by the tick‑tock of two very different clocks. One chimes for high‑stakes combat—markets shift, cash burns, competitors...

Bridging the Gap: HR, AI, and the Bottom Line – A Preview of Power Moves

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo drop, I’m pulling back the curtain and giving you a sneak peek into a powerful upcoming conversation with —one of the sharpest HR min...

Morning Thoughts: AI Filling Skill Gaps + Global Workforce + Human Behavior

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This morning, we’re diving into something real. AI is moving fast—faster than most organizations can hire, train, or even understand. But instead ...

The Alignment Playbook: How People Leaders Can Supercharge Sales in 6 Months

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this raw and rhythmically strategic episode, we break down the walls between L&D, Change Management, CHROs, and Revenue leaders. The truth? Sal...

RAW TAKE: L&D Leaders Deserve Their Flowers

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This one’s raw, unfiltered, and straight from the heart—recorded on the move, gym-bound with no script in sight. In this episode, I dive into why ...

People-Led Growth in 2025

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode, we unpack a curated listening and learning roadmap designed specifically for CHROs and senior HR leaders navigating growth, l...

Scaling the Right Way: Strategic Growth Without Losing Your People

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Anthony Vaughan breaks down a powerful truth: you can’t scale revenue if you lose trust, clarity, and culture along the way. Drawin...

Workforce 2030: Driving Business Success through Leadership Development - w/ Lora Kyle

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we’re joined by Lora Kyle, Global Vice President of Organizational Management & Development at Chegg, to explore how leadership...

Delegation Starts with Awareness: A Smarter Way to Lead

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, we explore why effective delegation isn’t just about offloading tasks—it’s about understanding y...

Breaking DEI Down Into: 90-Day Chunks

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this candid conversation, we peel back the layers of politics often entangled in DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) to expose its pure business...

The Middle Ground: Empowering Managers for Organizational Success

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Middle Ground, this podcast is dedicated to shining a spotlight on the crucial—but often overlooked—role of middle management. Each...

Building a Workplace For ALL – A Conversation with Julian Lite, Great Place to Work

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Building a Workplace For ALL – A Conversation with Julian Lite, Great Place to WorkHR leaders play a critical role in shaping workplaces that driv...

Chief Internal Communications Officer : Teaching Teams to Drive Growth Without Waiting for Leadership

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the biggest myths in business: that leadership alone is responsible for driving accountability and growt...

Building a Workplace For ALL – A Conversation with Julian Lite, Great Place to Work

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

HR leaders play a critical role in shaping workplaces that drive business success through trust, culture, and high performance. In this episode of Th...

From HR Silos to Business Impact: How Top HR Leaders Drive Strategy and Results

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the E1B2 Collective Podcast, we challenge the traditional view of HR as a support function and highlight its role as a critical dri...

True Benefits Strategy

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s workforce, one-size-fits-all benefits just don’t cut it. Today's podcast dives deep into the art and science of designing benefits ...

Building Retention Strategies That Lower Turnover Costs

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore how CHROs can strategically reduce turnover costs and drive bottom-line growth by retaining top talent. With workforce chu...

Scaling Leadership: Claire Hughes

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive deep into the art of scaling operations and fostering a culture of positive vulnerability and honesty within teams. Join us ...

The Change Playbook: Internal Comms Leaders in 2025

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This is a rapid-fire, real-time episode designed for Heads of Internal Communications & Change Management who are facing massive shifts in how org...

A New CHRO

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore why it’s essential for CHROs to meet with department heads every month to align on best practices around teamship, emplo...

The Hidden Growth Lever

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most businesses don’t struggle because of a lack of customers—they struggle because they don’t have the right people in the right roles, at the ...

The Tactical Playbook for a Culture of Execution

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A culture of execution starts at the top. The best leaders don’t just set goals—they design a system for how decisions are made, priorities are se...

The COO's Blueprint: Integrating Operational Excellence Across Every Department

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the multifaceted role of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) in harmonizing and optimizing operations across an organization...

HR Unscripted: Navigating the Modern Workplace

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "HR Unscripted: Navigating the Modern Workplace," we delve into the evolving landscape of human resources, exploring a ra...

The Sales & Talent Edge

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Where sales mastery meets talent development. This episode explores how AI-driven skill intelligence is transforming sales performance, coaching, and ...

Beyond Borders w/ Anu Ramakrishnan: Unlocking Extraordinary Talent with the EB-1 Visa

15 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Navigating the U.S. immigration system is complex, but for foreign nationals aiming for an EB-1 visa, the journey can feel even more daunting. In this...

Maximizing Culture & Growth

14 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Getting certified as a Great Place to Work is more than just a badge—it’s a powerful tool for talent attraction, employee engagement, and business...

Scaling Culture, Talent & Innovation at Crunch Fitness w/ Pamela J. Brown

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we sit down with Pamela, an HR leader at Crunch Fitness, to explore how the company is redefining HR strategy in a rapidly growing, co...

Driving Shareholder Value

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today episode Aj breaks down a honest POV on how leaders today can lead DEI efforts from a POV and lens that will drive shareholder growth and valu...

The Teamship Effect: Elevating Work Through Collaboration & Co-Elevation

01 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hosted by AJ, The Teamship Effect explores the strategies, tools, and mindsets that transform ordinary teams into extraordinary forces of innovation, ...

Mic Drop: Taking Leadership Back to the Basics

26 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Anthony walks us through his perspectives on taking leadership back to the basics, specifically when it comes to communications...

Future HR Forecast: Innovating the Workplace

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast series delves into the cutting-edge trends redefining HR technology and its impact on the modern workplace. From skills-based talent mana...

HR Hot Seat 002: The AI Debate in HR

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into the boldest opinions about AI in hiring. From its potential to perpetuate historical biases to its game-changing efficie...

HR Hot Seat 001 (Unpacking Deel)

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Flex of the Week, we dive into how Deel, a global HR platform, is revolutionizing the remote-first workforce through a bold and str...

Beyond Comfort: Redefining Team Excellence

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this riveting and intense episode of E1B2 Collective, we tackle one of the most critical yet overlooked aspects of organizational success: building...

The E1B2 Collective Podcast: Vision 2025

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As we close out 2024 and set our sights on 2025, The E1B2 Collective: Vision 2025 - brings you an exclusive series featuring bold voices and forward-t...

The E1B2 Collective: Redefined for 2025

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In 2025, The E1B2 Collective Podcast enters a new era, doubling down on bold ideas, authentic conversations, and cutting-edge innovation at the inters...

3 Key HR Trends and Emerging Practices for 2024 and Beyond

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge trends and innovative practices shaping the HR landscape in 2024 and beyond. As businesses navigate an er...

Workforce Mobility in a Post-Pandemic World: Corporate Trends to Watch in 2025

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of workforce mobility in a post-pandemic world and highlight the key trends shaping corporate strat...

The Perfect Partnership: HR Consulting Meets AI-Driven Insights

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into the transformative impact of integrating HR consulting expertise with AI-powered data analytics. HR consultants excel in...

Closing the Year Strong: Auditing Your Team for Success

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the year wraps up, people leaders have a unique opportunity to step back and assess their team’s current state. In this episode, we explore the v...

Flexibility Within Structure: Empowering Small Teams in Big Organizations

16 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can small teams thrive within the framework of a large organization? In this episode, we uncover the power of balancing best practices with the fr...

Leading with Vulnerability: The Best Practices for Building Trust and Driving Results

16 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore why vulnerability is not just a personal strength but a strategic leadership tool. Discover best practices for fostering o...

Employee Data (Innovation Metrics)

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"In today’s episode, Aj dives into a compelling concept: the real value of tracking the journey of an idea—from its spark of inspiration to its ta...

The Art of Better Org Wide Decision Making

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Aj breaks down his thoughts on how CONTEXT can help stimulate and drive better decision making and outcomes across the organization...

Is the Time NOW for LSA's

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's morning car ride episode Aj breaks down a very candid and nuanced perspective around all things LSA's and the impact it can have on organiz...

Truth Bomb w/ Jacob Morgan

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Aj breaksdown yet another favorite podcast episode from fellow leader Jacob Morgan.. it's truly a truth bomb!

Keys to Supporting Talent from Key Regions

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Aj shares a few thoughts that might help HR leaders think through how to better support talent from these regions!

DEI x Global Workforce Efforts

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Aj breaks down a few thoughts around workfroce immigration and global workforce strategies that all organizations should lean into!...

Leadership Commitment

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Aj shares his thoughts on the needs as it pertains to Leadership Commitment.

Unpacking Thoughts on HR Tech and AI w/Josh Bersin

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I breakdown thoughts from Josh on all thins AI accuracy and nuance.

A Health Equity inside of Organizations Conversation

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares his thoughts on all things Health Equity! Enjoy.

Best Practices at All Times w/Rich Paul of Klutch Sports

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Aj shares a few thoughts around why it's impactful for the the organization to analyze and unpack (Best Practices) in every phase a...

Closing the Skill Gaps: 2025

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Aj shares his POV on how organizations and leaders can close Skill Gaps heading into 2025.

L&D- HR Tech Ideation

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Aj shares his thoughts on new HR Tech, products, services etc that should be created to bring value to organizations from a lea...

Welcome Back (Again)

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode , Aj shares a few personal thoughts, his current POV on the current HR Landscape and plans moving forward as it pertains to con...

Let's Talk HR Tech w/ Jordan Peace (CEO of Fringe)

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Aj sits down with Jordan, the CEO and Co-Founder of FRINGE, a leading wellbeing marketplace for Employee Engagement, Wellness, R...

Employee Referral Programs

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj breaks down his strategic thoughts on Employee Referral Programs!

Let's Talk Employer Branding

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Anthony shares his thoughts on the current state of Employer Branding!

The Power of AI. x L&D

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Aj shares his perspectives on how organizations can and should thoughtfully integrate technology with internal talent market pl...

The Mavric Podcast 03 w/Michal Juhas

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The future of recruitment is filled with question marks. What will be the status of recruitment agencies, hiring practices, the tools we use, and how ...

Improving Performance Reviews

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's conversation, AJ shares his thoughts on how to improve the performance review process!

GLUE - The Key to High Preforming Teams

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Aj shares his thoughts on the importance of having what he calls your "glue players" on your team. He also unpacked t...

The Future of HR Tech 012: Trusting First, Adjustments Second

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares thoughts that could help a sales team culturally!

The Future of HR Tech 011: Commission Structures x Alignment (Background Noise Warning)

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode I share a few thoughts around how to align your salary and commission structures in a way that will manifest and create psycholog...

A Proactive Approach to Sustainable Growth

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares his perspective on the importance of Context sharing from a proactive perspective!

The Current Flow of Work

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Aj shares and breakdown his perspectives on utilizing employees that have a diverse skill sit across mini functions or hiring fo...

Are You Ready for the Renovation of L&D with the use of AI.

07 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast I discuss the four huge transformations taking place in corporate learning & development, all driven by AI.

Who Has Your Back (Chief of Staff Role Design)

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Aj shares his thoughts on the true strategic use of a Chief of Staff.

HR Pulse 01: A Rapid Increase in Internal CHRO Promotions

30 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares a subtle impactful trend that all sales leaders need to analyze within the world of HR technology

The Key to Decision Making (Gary Vaynerchuck Inspired)

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj features thoughts and perspectives from Gary Vaynerchuck.

Why CHRO’s should Collaboration with Sales Leaders

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Aj shares his thoughts on the importance of sales leaders working with and learning from HR!

The Future of HR Tech 011: Internal Tensions (Sales vs Product Teams)

23 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Enjoy.

The Mavric Podcast 02: Hiring For Founders

23 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Aj and Mavirc's (CEO) Michail discuss all things hiring. The pros and cons as it pertains to hiring, the vital steps one must take ...

Improving Team Dynamics (Product x Marketing x Sales Teams)

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares his thoughts on how these teams can work together and have more success

Recruiting x Human Behavior

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares his POV on the benefit of hiring professionals that are stretching for the role from a capability perspective but due t...

The Future of HR Tech 010: Sales Enablement x DEI

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares a message geared towards sales leaders inside of HR Tech companies. Aj covers his thoughts on the vital necessity of di...

Decision Making: The Value in taking Baby Steps

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares his perspectives on how leaders can and should chunk down decision making to make the process more productive, efficien...

Context 002: Leadership is about Personal Bravery & Accountability

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares his thoughts on the big bold questions all leaders should be asking themselves and how it can change a team, culture an...

Connecting Talent to Value

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares why companies must look beyond the traditional hierarchy to identify the roles that create value

Leadership Development: Front Line Management

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj breaks down his thoughts on building better frontline management!

The Future of HR Tech 009: Authentically selling HR Tech

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Aj shares his advice on the importance of learning about who you are truly selling to and working with (The HR Executive). Hope ...

Start with the HUMAN

09 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj breaks down his thoughts on why putting the HUMAN first is always the most effective way to build organizations.

The Mavric Podcast 01 : Introducing Mavric.io w/ Co-Founder and CEO - Michael Tannenbaum

09 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is a very special one, we are introducing to you “The Mavric Podcast” - brought to you by The E1B2 Collective. Aj and Michael di...

How to Improve your Performance Management Systems

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares a very passionate but brief episode around all things performance management and how to truly reward team members and i...

The Future of HR Tech 008: How Chief People Officers should leverage HR Technology Partnerships

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares a few thoughts on a really interesting L&D tool focused primarily on up-skilling your internal technical . Thanks for l...

The Future of HR Tech 007: Qualities of a effective HR-Tech Sales Leader

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“When are you going to get it …. When?”

Context 001: How Insights Can Improve Change Management & Organizations

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares his thoughts on the importance of Context and Insight during change management moments!

CONTEXT is finally here! (Part One)

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Aj shares a very exciting moment for The E1B2 Collective!