The Business Emergency Room Podcast

The Business Emergency Room Podcast


Latest Episodes

Workplace Mental Health Triage Tools from The Mental Health Comedian
December 18, 2024

Trigger warning: This episode discusses suicide and mental health. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out to a trusted friend, a mental health professional, or a crisis hotline in your area.Workplace mental

Information Overload: The Silent Drain on Creativity and Efficiency
December 11, 2024

Overwhelmed by the flood of data in today's fast-paced business environment? This discussion dives into the critical issue of "information inflation," where 90% of existing data has been generated in just the past two years. The constant influx of redunda

The Anatomy of Readiness: Emergency Preparedness & Response at Tulane University
December 04, 2024

Emergencies test the resilience and adaptability of individuals and organizations, but preparation makes the difference between chaos and control. In this insightful conversation, Meredith Beers, Associate Director of Emergency Preparedness and Response a

Leadership in Turmoil: Turning Workplace Dysfunction into Collaboration
November 27, 2024

Picture a workplace where chaos thrives, not because people lack talent, but because communication falters and goals feel uninspiring. Could the solution to this turmoil lie in something as simpleand powerfulas better communication and inspired goal-set

Crisis Talk: Turning Chaos into Strategic Communication
November 20, 2024

When disaster strikes and reputations are on the line, are you ready to communicate your way through the storm? Effective crisis communication is a cornerstone of business resilience, as highlighted in this discussion with Melissa Hodgson, a seasoned PR a

Decision Deadlock: Moving out of Paralysis into Action ASAP
November 13, 2024

In a fast-paced business world, decision paralysis is a major obstacle in business, stalling innovation and financial success. Maartje tackles this issue head-on, highlighting how fear, overwhelming data, high stakes, and unclear objectives often keep lea

Bridging Generations: Navigating Family Business Succession
November 06, 2024

Family-run businesses are rich with legacy, but they can also harbor complexities, especially when facing generational transitions. Navigating these critical transitions takes more than a solid business plan; it requires wisdom, respect, and sometimes, a

An Overdose of Change: Breaking Free from Fatigue and Chaos
October 30, 2024

Change overdose is real, and its draining your business. With 73% of organizations facing change saturation and nearly half of employees experiencing fatigue from constant shifts, its clear that too much change is overwhelming teams and killing producti

Harnessing Networks: Solving Big Problems Fast | 014
October 23, 2024

When crisis hits, the strength of your network can be the key to survival. Dr. Sumit D. Chowdhury, founder and president of Green Earth X and creator of the Gaia platform, joins the show to talk about the power of networks during emergencies and how they

Two Sides of the Emergency: Offshore Response vs. Onshore Failures | 013
October 16, 2024

When emergencies hit, clear communication can make all the differenceespecially when its lacking. In this episode, Maartje and her husband, Eelco, dive into the communication gaps they experienced during a serious offshore incident. Eelco was on the pla