In this episode, Big Beacon Radio host (and coach) Dave Goldberg explores the topic of coaching with three fellow coaches: Sarah Happel, Ellen Fulton, and Pam Patterson of George Mason University's cutting-edge Center for the Advancement of Well-Being. Join Sarah, Ellen, Pam, and Dave to explore how coaching can be used on an individual and organizational basis, learn how George…
In this technological age, our world has been made much smaller, even allowing for education to be achieved online from across the globe. But there is still a great value in bringing people together and creating a shared cultural experience. Texas A&M's Qatar campus is aiming to do just that, by creating an English-based, co-educational environment that offers the same…
Ep. 41 - Transforming Education Internationally: Texas & University at Qatar 'TAMUQ' In this technological age, our world has been made much smaller, even allowing for education to be achieved online from across the globe. But there is still a great value in bringing people together and creating a shared cultural experience. Texas A&M's Qatar campus is aiming to do just…
Ep. 40 - Effectual Entrepreneurship: An Interview with Saras D. Sarasvathy What makes entrepreneurs entrepreneurial? How does an entrepreneur think differently than a manager? In this episode, host Dave Goldberg interviews Saras D. Sarasvathy, professor at University of Virginia's Darden School of Business and author of "Effectuation: Elements of Entrepreneurial Expertise". Join Saras and Dave to learn more about effectuation, how…
What makes entrepreneurs entrepreneurial? How does an entrepreneur think differently than a manager? In this episode, host Dave Goldberg interviews Saras D. Sarasvathy, professor at University of Virginia's Darden School of Business and author of "Effectuation: Elements of Entrepreneurial Expertise". Join Saras and Dave to learn more about effectuation, how to apply effectual entrepreneurial thinking within your organization, and discover…
Ep. 39 - Re-imagining Engineering Education for the 21st Century: McMaster University While there is still far to go to completely transform engineering education, there are many universities around the world that are working to pave the way with innovative programs and initiatives. Canada's McMaster University is home of one of those programs. In this episode, host Dave Goldberg is joined…
While there is still far to go to completely transform engineering education, there are many universities around the world that are working to pave the way with innovative programs and initiatives. Canada's McMaster University is home of one of those programs. In this episode, host Dave Goldberg is joined by McMaster University's Art Heidebrecht and Lynn Stewart. Join Art, Lynn,…
Ep. 38 - The Polarity Approach to Transformation: An Interview with Dr. Barry Johnson Our world has always been full of paradoxes, opposites, and contradictions. Now, more and more, top leaders and organizations are turning their attention toward addressing paradox with the intention of creating sustainable growth and effectiveness. In this episode, host Dave Goldberg interviews Dr. Barry Johnson—owner and…
Our world has always been full of paradoxes, opposites, and contradictions. Now, more and more, top leaders and organizations are turning their attention toward addressing paradox with the intention of creating sustainable growth and effectiveness. In this episode, host Dave Goldberg interviews Dr. Barry Johnson—owner and co-founder of Polarity Partnerships and author of “Polarity Management: Identifying and Managing Unsolvable Problems".…
Ep. 37 - Creating a Joyful Workplace: An Interview with Richard Sheridan In order to achieve meaningful success in both higher education and the world of work, a supportive culture is key. In this episode, host Dave Goldberg interviews Richard Sheridan—CEO of Menlo Innovations and author of “Joy, Inc.: How We Built a Workplace People Love". Join Richard and Dave to…