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A World of Difference

A World of Difference

Di: Lori Adams-Brown
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 A World of Difference: Leadership, Culture & Travel Podcast Welcome to A World of Difference, a top 3% global podcast where authentic leadership meets cross-cultural wisdom. Host Lori Adams-Brown, a strategic transformation executive and multilingual global leader, brings you real conversations with bestselling authors, nonprofit changemakers, C-suite executives, and thought leaders who are redefining what it means to lead with purpose. This isn't surface-level leadership content. We dive deep into psychological safety in leadership, organizational culture transformation, differentiation strategies, global leadership development, and how cross-cultural communication shapes the future of work. Whether you're a CEO navigating organizational change, an HR leader building inclusive cultures, or a manager seeking authentic leadership skills, these conversations will challenge how you think and lead. From travel as cultural education to ethics in business to emotional intelligence for executives, each episode offers actionable insights for leaders who believe our differences make us stronger. If you're tired of cookie-cutter business podcasts and want meaningful conversations that bridge culture, society, and leadership, you're home. Pull up a seat at the table with us.© 2023 Lori Adams-Brown Arte Economia Scienze sociali Scrittura e commenti di viaggio Storia e critica della letteratura
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  • How to Succeed in a New Job Fast: 90-Day Onboarding, Stakeholder Mapping, Upskilling & AI with Dr. Shweta Miglani (Best of 2025)

    How to Succeed in a New Job Fast: 90-Day Onboarding, Stakeholder Mapping, Upskilling & AI with Dr. Shweta Miglani (Best of 2025)
    Jan 14 2026
    Ever started a new job and realized the “real work” isn’t just the work. It’s learning the culture, the decision-making rhythm, and what success actually looks like? In this re-released best-of conversation, Dr. Shweta Miglani breaks down the small, practical moves that help you ramp faster, build credibility, and grow your career without burning out. Dr. Miglani shares how her journey began in journalism, pivoted through learning science and instructional design, and expanded into global talent management and organizational development—supporting leaders across industries and countries. Together, we talk about what separates professionals who thrive quickly from those who stay stuck: proactive communication, stakeholder mapping, clear expectations, and learning how to lead with both strategy and humanity. You’ll hear actionable guidance for your first 90 days, how to make your one-on-ones count, and why emotional intelligence and cultural intelligence matter even more as AI transforms the workplace. If you’re stepping into a new role, navigating a career pivot, or leading across cultures, this one will give you a playbook you can actually use. Main topics we cover: The #1 mistake people make in a new job—and how to avoid it How to prepare for one-on-ones so you’re seen as a true partner Stakeholder mapping: the career accelerator most people skip Upskilling/reskilling + AI: what leaders must unlearn to adapt EQ + CQ: why “being more human” is the competitive advantage Dr. Shweta Miglani is a global talent and organizational development leader with deep experience across major companies, helping modern organizations build leadership, culture, and capability. She holds a doctorate in leadership development and organizational enablement and is the author of Navigate Your Career: Strategies for Success in New Roles or Promotions by Wiley press. Timestamps (approximate): 00:00 — BetterHelp + why support matters 01:30 — Why this best-of episode is back 04:30 — Shweta’s career pivot and the mentor question that changed everything 13:30 — The biggest early-career mistakes in a new role 20:00 — What high performers do differently (prep, proactivity, follow-through) 30:30 — Talent development trends: skilling + AI 40:30 — EQ/CQ and leading “more human” in an AI world 52:00 — The one leadership move: lead with your values + clear expectations 58:30 — “Difference Maker” community: planning, stakeholder map, managing up Subscribe, leave a review, Subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone starting a new role or navigating a pivot. Your support helps the community grow and keeps these important conversations going. Connect with us: https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com Linkedin YouTube Substack If you need professional help, such as therapy: https://www.betterhelp.com/difference If you are looking for your next opportunity, sign up for Lori’s Masterclass on Master the Career Pivot: https://www.loriadamsbrown.com/careerpivot Difference Makers who are podcast listeners get 10% offf with the code: DIFFERENT Get 50% off your first 2 months with Riverside: https://riverside.cello.so/ErHyXrgXYn3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 min
  • How to Unlock Hidden Talent at Scale: Skills, Mobility & the Inside Gig with Dr. Edie Goldberg (Best of 2025)

    How to Unlock Hidden Talent at Scale: Skills, Mobility & the Inside Gig with Dr. Edie Goldberg (Best of 2025)
    Jan 8 2026
    What if the talent your organization is searching for is already inside your walls? In this Best of episode, Lori revisits one of the most impactful conversations of the year with talent strategy expert Dr. Edie Goldberg, and it’s just as relevant now as when it first aired. Dr. Goldberg shares why traditional job structures are holding organizations back, how skills-based talent strategies unlock massive ROI, and what leaders can do right now to reduce burnout while increasing engagement and agility. Why internal talent marketplaces are transforming how work gets done How skills-based approaches future-proof organizations amid constant change What “job crafting” really means—and how it helps prevent burnout How AI can reduce work (not increase it) when used thoughtfully Why widening pathways to talent is both a moral and business imperative Dr. Goldberg is the founder of E. L. Goldberg & Associates, a nationally recognized expert in HR strategy, and the author of The Inside Gig. She previously served as Global Leader for Learning and Development at Towers Perrin and recently chaired the board of the SHRM Foundation, where she helps mobilize HR as a force for positive social change. You’ll also hear concrete examples from organizations like Cisco Systems and HERE Technologies, showing how internal mobility saved millions, boosted engagement, and created more resilient teams. 05:40 – What industrial-organizational psychology teaches us about work 14:20 – The birth of internal talent marketplaces 21:10 – How skills-based strategy saves millions 28:30 – Burnout, job crafting, and deconstructing work 36:45 – Widening access to opportunity through HR 🎧 Listen now and discover why developing talent from within isn’t just smart—it’s essential. 👉 Subscribe, leave a review, and explore more at https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/aworldofdifference/ https://www.facebook.com/A-World-of-Difference-613933132591673/ https://www.instagram.com/aworldof.difference https://www.patreon.com/aworldofdifference https://bsky.app/profile/aworldofdifference.bsky.social https://www.tiktok.com/@aworldofdifference https://loriadamsbrown.substack.com Subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who might need to hear it. Your support helps the community grow and keeps these important conversations going. If you need professional help, such as therapy: https://www.betterhelp.com/difference If you are looking for your next opportunity, sign up for Lori’s Masterclass on Master the Career Pivot: https://www.loriadamsbrown.com/careerpivot Difference Makers who are podcast listeners get 10% offf with the code: DIFFERENT Get 50% off your first 2 months with Riverside: https://riverside.cello.so/ErHyXrgXYn3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 min
  • Books That Shaped 2025: Essential Reads for Difference Makers with Lori Adams-Brown

    Books That Shaped 2025: Essential Reads for Difference Makers with Lori Adams-Brown
    Dec 31 2025
    As 2025 comes to a close, this episode is a love letter to difference makers everywhere—those navigating change, courage, career pivots, and complex workplaces. Lori Adams-Brown reflects on the books that shaped her thinking this year and deeply resonated with listeners across the globe. From leadership in the age of AI to psychological safety, toxic workplaces, courage, presence, and recovery after trauma, these books don’t just inform—they invite you to live and lead differently. Many of the authors joined the podcast this year; others quietly transformed Lori’s thinking behind the scenes. Together, they form a powerful reading list for anyone committed to doing good work without losing themselves in the process. This episode is also a reminder: your voice matters. Whether you’re job searching, leading a team, serving your community, or recovering from burnout, these books offer language, courage, and perspective for the road ahead. In this episode, we explore: How leadership is evolving in the age of AI—and why authenticity matters more than ever What psychologically safe workplaces actually require (beyond values on a wall) Courage, agency, and presence in times of uncertainty Navigating toxic workplaces without sacrificing your dignity Why being “nice” can keep us stuck—and what real change requires Featured authors and books include: AI for the Authentic Leader Any Dumbass Can Do It Courage Over Fear Navigating a Toxic Workplace for Dummies The Price of Nice Perceptive The Psychological Safety Playbook Unforgettable Presence Navigating Your Career All the Cool Girls Get Fired Becoming the Pastor’s Wife The Well-Trained Wife and I Belong to Me Key Moments: 00:01 – Why books matter to difference makers 00:03 – Leadership, AI, and early voices at the table 00:06 – Courage, agency, and toxic workplaces 00:10 – Psychological safety and inclusive leadership 00:14 – Career pivots, presence, and visibility 00:18 – Religious trauma, recovery, and hope 00:19 – A message of encouragement for those navigating uncertainty ✨ Call to Action:Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a fellow difference maker.Visit https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com for more resources and episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 min
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