Transforming Work Culture with Jamal Marshall

#thePOZcast is proudly brought to you by Fountain - the leading enterprise platform for workforce management. Our platform enables companies to support their frontline workers from job application to departure. Fountain elevates the hiring, management, and retention of frontline workers at scale. To learn more, please visit: https://www.fountain.com/?utm_source=shrm-2024&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=shrm-2024-podcast-adam-posner. Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com  Summary In this episode of the #thePOZcast, Adam Posner interviews Jahmaal Marshall, a corporate wellness advocate and founder of Listen Then Speak. They discuss Jamal's journey from a challenging childhood to a successful career in coaching, emphasizing the importance of mental health, the impact of social media on workplace culture, and the misconceptions surrounding incarcerated individuals. Jamal shares insights on the significance of vulnerability in leadership, the role of AI in the workplace, and how to redesign corporate culture for better employee well-being. The conversation concludes with Jamal's definition of success and the importance of authenticity in both personal and professional life. Takeaways - Jahmaal Marshall is on a mission to transform how we work. - The journey from childhood influences to career choices is significant. - Social media can create unrealistic expectations about work culture. - Vulnerability in leadership is essential for authentic connections. - Work-life balance is a myth; focus on work-life rhythms instead. - AI should enhance human capabilities, not replace them. - Success is defined by authenticity and being true to oneself. - It's important to have a support system of trusted individuals. - Burnout is a real issue that needs to be addressed in corporate culture. - You can only do what you can; it's okay to say no. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Jahmaal Marshall and His Mission 02:56 Jahmaal's Journey: From Childhood to Career 05:58 Transitioning from Justice to Coaching 08:44 The Impact of Social Media on Work Culture 12:03 The Role of the Church in Jahmaal's Life 14:50 Finding Purpose in Coaching 17:57 Misconceptions About Incarcerated Individuals 20:44 The Importance of Offline Time 23:49 The Birth of Listen Then Speak 27:02 Navigating Corporate Culture and Burnout 29:48 The Role of AI in the Workplace 32:52 Redesigning Corporate Culture 35:54 Vulnerability in Leadership 38:39 Defining Success and Authenticity 41:48 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans