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Artwork for Your Work Friends

Your Work Friends | Fresh Insights on the Now and Next of Work

Mel Plett & Francesca Ranieri
Workplace Culture
Gluttony
Non-Compete Agreements
Transparency
Mindful Leadership
Career Development
Emotional Regulation
Stress Management
Legal Issues
Employment
HR Practices
Envy
Overtime Pay Regulations
Belonging
Workplace Incivility
Corporate Culture
Wrath
Personal Finance
Psychological Stress
Corporate Ethics

We break down the now and next of work. You stay ahead.Its not just you - work is bonkers. Burnout is high, trust is low, and everything is changing at breakneck speed. Friend-to-friend? We get it. We're in it. And we're here to guide you through it. We’re two leadership insiders—and real-life friends—who’ve led teams, sat in the tough seats, and know first hand how fast, complex, and personal wo... more

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Ever felt like you’re on your own at work—even in a “great culture”?

That’s because culture isn’t the same as community.

One happens whether you shape it or not. The other takes intention, safety, and a shared purpose.

In this episo... more

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This week on Your Work Friends, we break down three headlines every professional should know:

• Career Catfishing: Monster’s 2025 report found 4 in 5 U.S. employees say they were misled about their job. We unpack what’s driving the t... more

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Ever felt like your hard work wasn’t enough?

That’s because the biggest career breaks don’t always come from effort alone—they come from the people who open doors for you.

In this episode of Your Work Friends, we sit down with, Carn... more

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New Week, New Headlines: your fast-track through the now + next of work.

This week we’re covering three stories shaping how you work, earn, and lead:

• 42,000 US manufacturing jobs lost. Since April, durable goods have shed tens of ... more

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Rosalyn Chow
Organizational psychologist and professor at the Tepper School of Business
Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University
Episode: The Doors You Can Open: Unlocking Opportunity Through Sponsorship at Work w/ Rosalind Chow
Karthik Ramanna
Professor of Business and Public Policy at the University of Oxford's Blavatnik School of Government
University of Oxford
Episode: Leading Through the Age of Outrage w/ Karthik Ramanna
Malissa Clark
Associate Professor of Industrial Organizational Psychology at the University of Georgia, and the author of 'Never Not Working'
University of Georgia
Episode: Never Not Working: The Hidden Cost of Always Being On w/ Malissa Clark
Dart Lindsley
CEO and co-founder of 11 Fold, and creator of Multi-Sided Management
11 Fold
Episode: Why Work Should Be a Product—Not a Job w/ Dart Lindsley
Jacqueline Carter
Author, speaker, senior partner, and director for North America at Potential Project
Potential Project
Episode: More Human: How the Power of AI Can Transform the Way You Lead with Jacqueline Carter
Joan Burke
Former CHRO at DocuSign, board member, and advisor
DocuSign
Episode: The Work of Your Life: The Culture Strategy that Transformed DocuSign w/Joan Burke
Deborah Perry Piscione
Globally recognized innovation thought leader and co-author of Employment Is Dead
Author and entrepreneur
Episode: Employment is Dead w/Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean
Josh Drean
Co-author of Employment Is Dead and director of Employee Experience at the Work 3 Institute
Work 3 Institute
Episode: Employment is Dead w/Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean
Zach Mercurio
Researcher, author and expert on purposeful leadership
Episode: The Power of Mattering: What Happens When People Feel Truly Seen w/ Zach Mercurio

Hosts

Mel Platt
Co-host of the podcast, a talent strategist and coach with a focus on employee experience and organizational culture.
Francesca Ranieri
Co-host of the podcast, leads People Strategy at Nike and Deloitte, focusing on leadership development and workplace culture.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Must Listen

    This podcast is solid. Two great hosts. Meaty topics and real talk delivered in a fresh and fun way. Each episode I learn something new, see something from a different perspective and without fail have an actionable takeaway.

    Listen Up! You won’t regret it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cantick
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative with lots of giggles

    I’m not even in HR & this podcast is an eye opener. So funny. So informative. Great perspective to navigate your professional career no matter where you are. Keep it up y’all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pfeif4Homes
    United States2 years ago
  • Every one needs these thoughtful and fun work friends!

    Great insights, love the casual tone. Francesca and Mel are wresting with sticky topics where we need more REAL talk. There are too many issues with the spaces where we spend much of our waking lives. These are voices to be shared. Have already forwarded to many of my work friends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Just Say More Please
    United States2 years ago
  • Two great voices on the future of work!

    I love this podcast! It talks about the issues I care about too - empowering people, holding leaders accountable, seizing emerging technology for the greater good. I feel like this podcast gives me examples of what it would look like for organizations today to really walk the talk. Mel and Francesca bring tons of info and insight, plus they’re hilarious. Thanks for being my work friends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kg1776
    United States2 years ago
  • Great chemistry

    As someone who doesn’t work in HR, but is interested in topics that affect us all and that can help improve work environments and relationships, both hosts come across as my genuine “friends” in HR - speaking clearly, having great chemistry, radiating positivity and humor, and sharing interesting opinions and relevant information.

    Also, bonus points for weaving in pop-culture references in the first two episodes, including Wu Tang, 50 Shades of Grey, and Back to the Future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt Giraffe
    United States2 years ago

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The Doors You Can Open: Unlocking Opportunity Through Sponsorship at Work w/ Rosalind Chow
Q: What are three ways that you think people can consider getting into sponsorship?
One, share someone's good news; two, be mindful of opportunities where you control participation; three, actively promote others' achievements.
The Doors You Can Open: Unlocking Opportunity Through Sponsorship at Work w/ Rosalind Chow
Q: What do you think is one of the biggest misconceptions when you talk about sponsorship?
The main misconception is that it is the same as mentorship, but they are categorically different behaviors; mentors talk to you, while sponsors talk about you.
Never Not Working: The Hidden Cost of Always Being On w/ Malissa Clark
Q: What does recovery look like?
Recovery varies for everyone. Strategies include focusing on active rest and finding activities outside work that also require concentration.
Leading Through the Age of Outrage w/ Karthik Ramanna
Q: Where have you seen organizations really build trust?
Organizations that are humble about their promises and deliver consistently.
Leading Through the Age of Outrage w/ Karthik Ramanna
Q: What advice do you give to a leader today?
Focus on your role, recognize you are part of the solution and the problem.

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Focused on the evolving landscape of work, recent episodes cover a wide range of topics from leadership and workplace culture to the future of employment and employee wellbeing. The discussion often highlights critical workplace issues such as burnout, job security, and the impact of technology on work dynamics, while offering insights into how organizations can adapt. Featuring candid conversations and expert interviews, the program aims to prepare listeners for upcoming trends and changes, making it particularly valuable for employees, people leaders, and organizations seeking to foster a human-centric work environment. It blends humor with genuine insights, creating a relatable and engaging atmosphere that resonates with its audience.

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Recent guests on Your Work Friends include:

1. Rosalyn Chow
2. Karthik Ramanna
3. Malissa Clark
4. Dart Lindsley
5. Jacqueline Carter
6. Joan Burke
7. Deborah Perry Piscione
8. Josh Drean

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