Vantage Fit Corporate Wellness Podcast

Human Resilience at Work emphasizes the critical role of resilience in the workplace, highlighting three key dimensions: physical, mental, and relational well-being. In this podcast, Allison underscores the significance of fostering a supportive environment that nurtures employees' ability to bounce back from challenges, both personally and professionally. Allison Jackson is the founder of Allison Jackson Fitness, where she helps high-performing professionals get lean and healthy without crazy gimmicks or stress so they can lose weight and feel good in their own skin. She is a certified nutrition coach, personal trainer, yoga instructor, and pro masters figure competitor.

In this podcast, Kirk discusses the various strategies employees can take to maintain a balance between their nutrition and hectic schedules. Kirk Anderson is helping busy professionals transform their health and well-being. Featured in Forbes Health, TEDx Talks, Newsweek, Healthline, and other globally recognized mediums, his coaching program transforms lives leaving clients looking good and feeling even better. After struggling with clinical obesity, pre-diabetes, and high blood pressure and cholesterol, Anderson curated a method that resulted in him losing weight and feeling even better. Now he's sharing his framework and over 4000 hours of ISSA training in health & nutrition knowledge with others.

A first-generation entrepreneur, Asif Upadhye started his entrepreneurial journey in 2010 with the launch of Never Grow Up - a Work Culture Consultancy firm focusing on Employee Engagement, Employer Branding, Employee Well-Being & Communications; dedicated to the pursuit of happiness at work. With a Master’s Degree in Advertising and Communications Management from Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (Pune) & a certified Lateral Thinking Trainer, he has been at the forefront of building better work practices by offering diverse perspectives to complex talent management challenges while positively enhancing the corporate workplace landscape.

Human resilience at work refers to an individual's capacity to adapt, recover, and maintain well-being in the face of workplace challenges. It involves the ability to bounce back from setbacks, navigate stress, and sustain optimal performance. Resilience encompasses psychological, emotional, and physical aspects, emphasizing coping mechanisms, a positive mindset, and support systems. Listen to Barbara speak more about this.

Soft skills are crucial for employee well-being because they contribute to effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal relationships in the workplace. These skills, which include communication, teamwork, adaptability, empathy, and emotional intelligence, play a significant role in creating a positive and supportive work environment. Strong, soft-skilled employees can navigate challenges more effectively, manage stress, and build meaningful connections with colleagues. In this podcast, Raluca Apostol discusses the importance of soft skills and their impact on wellbeing. Raluca Apostol is co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Nestor, the People Intelligence Platform that helps organizations unlock the Power of Skills to drive workforce agility, higher performance, and continuous growth. With a Ph.D. in machine learning, she leads the research and product development at Nestor. She deeply cares about customer success and makes sure that every employee using the product is becoming better every day.

Workplace conflict refers to the discord, disagreement, or tension that arises between individuals or groups within an organization. Conflicts in the workplace can manifest in various forms, such as differences in opinions, communication breakdowns, personality clashes, competition for resources, or opposing work styles. In this podcast, Penny Tremblay discusses more on this topic.

It’s imperative that staffing teams, and the technologies they may use, recognize the uniqueness of people with diverse life experiences and perspectives, thus coming with ‘superpower’ benefits like great insights, new ideas, and valuable skills. Sarah Danzl serves as Chief Marketing Officer, focused on the global marketing and go-to-market strategies for Skillable. Most recently, Sarah was Communications Officer and Vice President of Customer Marketing at Degreed. She has been actively involved in the learning space for 15 years, leading marketing and communications efforts in both corporate and startup capacities, especially thriving in high-growth SaaS environments.

The impact of a particular work arrangement on health can vary among individuals. For example, remote work might offer more flexibility, potentially reducing commuting stress and providing a better work-life balance for some. On the other hand, it could lead to challenges like social isolation and difficulty in separating work from personal life. In this podcast, David talks about the various factors that come into play and influence employee wellbeing. Dr. David Lenihan is the CEO of Ponce Health Sciences University (a medical school with campuses in Ponce, Puerto Rico and St. Louis, MO) and the co-founder of Tiber Health. His POVs on a variety of leadership, business strategy, and medical education topics have been featured in The HR Director, STAT, CPO Magazine, OZY, Fierce Healthcare, Forbes, Fast Company, the Washington Post, Entrepreneur, and many more.

Remote work, or working from anywhere, can sometimes lead to feelings of loneliness. This happens because people miss their usual interactions in a traditional office. In this podcast, William shares his insights on the challenges employees face while working remotely. William Sipling, SHRM-PMQ, DASM, is the Director of Workforce Transformation and Chief Brand Storyteller at Hubstaff. With over thirteen years of experience in communications, media, and leadership, he focuses his interests on labor relations, inclusive HR practices, and organizational development.

Managing work-life balance and mental health is crucial for overall well-being. Striking a balance between professional responsibilities and personal life while safeguarding mental health requires intentional efforts. In this podcast, the MD of ANSR, Vikram Ahuja, shares his insights on the topic and discusses how organizations can support their employees by promoting work-life balance. Vikram Ahuja is the Managing Director of ANSR, the tech leader enabling companies to set up, manage, and scale global teams via GCC. Vikram is also the co-founder and CEO of ANSR’s proprietary talent platform, Talent-500. This is an end-to-end AI-enabled offering that helps fast-growth businesses acquire, build, and manage global teams.

The impact of fitness on your bank account is an interesting and multifaceted concept that connects physical health to financial well-being. By staying healthy, you can lower your medical expenses, insurance premiums, and out-of-pocket healthcare costs. Investing in fitness through regular check-ups and preventive measures can help identify health issues early, reducing the cost of treating advanced or chronic conditions. In this podcast, Ritchi Nkana talks about how staying healthy ensures financial wellness. Ritchie is an award-winning author, Chartered Accountant, and Transformational Specialist. He's also a certified Personal Trainer, Metabolic Conditioning Coach, Sports Therapist, Pain-Free Performance Specialist, and Sports Nutritionist. For over a decade, he led transformation initiatives in the banking industry. In the last few years, he launched his own coaching business, leveraging his expertise in both physical and financial fitness. Ritchie is dedicated to transforming busy individuals into peak performers through fitness.

Healthcare disruption refers to the significant changes and innovations occurring within the healthcare sector, driven by technological advancements, changing patient expectations, and the need to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare delivery. Preventative medicine focuses on proactively maintaining and enhancing individual and population health by preventing illness and disease before they occur. In this podcast, Breck L. Rice discusses the various aspects of the two in detail. Breck helps employees get back to work safely while mitigating the risk and liability of employers. He also helps community pharmacies get fair reimbursements and improve patient care.

Habit building plays a crucial role in fitness journeys. It is often said that consistency is the key to success in achieving and maintaining fitness goals, and habits are the building blocks of consistency. In this podcast, Ashish shares his views on the same and offers us valuable insights. An entrepreneur for life, Ashish brought his journalistic learning to his calling as a wide-spectrum communication coach, ranging from CxOs to shopflooors to enabling unemployed youth to find jobs. He believes that coaching is one of the most effective and sustainable ways of skilling, and no one should be left 'uncoached'.

Queer inclusion at work is the practice of creating a workplace environment that is welcoming, supportive, and respectful of LGBTQ+ employees. In this podcast, Delshad talks about the struggles and challenges these individuals face in the society. Squadron Leader Delshad Master is an Indian Air Force veteran, having served as an officer for a decade, in forward fighter bases across India. Post her retirement, she has been pursuing her many passions, one of which is theatre and films. In her second innings, she's found her calling in championing the cause of the LGBTQIA+ community. As a Queer Sensitisation Catalyst she writes, speaks and trains on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with a special focus on the Queer community.

"Ikigai" is a Japanese concept that represents a person's reason for being or the source of their passion and purpose in life. In this podcast, Jayashmita talks about ways of finding ikigai at work. Jayashmita Barman is a biotechnologist working in the Biopharmaceutical sector since mid 2018. Her work deals with making medicines which are used for the treatment and management of chronic illnesses.

In this digital realm, where the boundaries between workspace and living space blur, the emphasis on well-being takes center stage. Remote employees face unique challenges, from the isolation of solo workdays to the siren call of digital distractions. Nurturing their well-being is not just a corporate responsibility; it's a strategy for success. In this podcast, Ananya talks about the culture of remote work and what should be done for the wellbeing of those remote employees.

The "Great Resignation" is a trend where workers leave their jobs voluntarily due to factors like remote work preferences, burnout, and a reassessment of career priorities. "Quiet quitting" refers to employees mentally disengaging from their jobs without formally resigning, often due to dissatisfaction or lack of growth opportunities. Taylor talks about these topics in detail in this podcast and how they affect the corporate world. Taylor Bradley is a former firefighter-paramedic turned HR leader. With over a decade of HR experience, Taylor specializes in leading lean, results-driven HR teams in late-stage tech companies and is currently the Head of HR Business Partners and Compensation at Turing.

The idea of "humanity in the workplace" highlights the significance of incorporating human values, ethics, and well-being into the workplace. It illustrates the idea that work should take into account the overall needs and aspirations of both the workforce and society at large, rather than just being profit-driven. In this podcast, Christie Mann talks about the topic of bringing humanity to the workplace. Christie is a co-founder of UpLevel Productions, a boutique leadership development agency. She's a Best-selling Author, Executive Coach, learning consultant, speaker, and Meditation + Embodiment teacher who designs, delivers, and facilitates transformational content and experiences.

Self-awareness is a foundational element of living a meaningful life, especially in the context of corporate wellness. It involves recognizing one's own thoughts, emotions, strengths, and weaknesses. Padmajaa Iyer is a therapist motivated with a strong sense of purpose. She seeks to use her twenty plus years of experience in holistic therapy, coaching and personal healing to provide you with an intimate yet fresh approach to life; one that promises to open you to a readily available source of happiness, contentment and empathy.

From bullying and harassment to physical altercations and cyber threats, workplace violence takes various forms and affects diverse industries. Yasmine Mustafa shares their personal journey and insights, shedding light on the nuances of workplace violence prevention, the significance of cultivating a culture of respect, and the power of effective communication in diffusing potential conflicts. Yasmine Mustafa believes ROAR found her, not the other way around. She draws upon her experience as a refugee, discovering she was undocumented, and working in unsafe conditions to lead the Company in its mission to empower and protect others. She has over 15 years of leading technology companies and sold her first company, a lead gen tool, to a Silicon Valley firm in 2009.