Kathy J
shiftingshape.bsky.social
Kathy J
@shiftingshape.bsky.social
Canadian in a long-term 2 country relationship, obsess too much about US & CA politics, advocate of human rights and public accountability, despise liars and conmen, dedicated grandma of 3, trying not to despair about the future - which is why I’m here 🇨🇦🇱🇷
1/ Our Worldview Intelligence newsletter is out. In it, Jerry and I share the summary report of the conversations we had with organizational leaders in all sectors about their experiences with AI Adoption. This led to the creation of a 3 point framework, ..
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The Human Side of AI Adoption: A Collective Story of Readiness, Culture and Leadership
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November 11, 2025 at 1:40 PM
1/ SNEAK PEEK - ahead of Friday's webinar.... (reg'n link below)

The Human Side of AI Adoption: Readiness, Culture and Leadership. What leaders in small to medium sized organizations, across all sectors, revealed about their experiences with AI Adoption.

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The Human Side of AI Adoption: Readiness, Culture, and Leadership
A free downloadable resource on The Human Side of AI Adoption: The Collective Story of Readiness, Culture, and Leadership
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November 10, 2025 at 4:44 PM
1/ How do you communicate effectively across departments, disciplines, and worldviews—especially in a complex organization like a university?
In this episode of Workplace Culture Wisdom, Jerry speaks with Dr. Jim Rankin, retired President of South Dakota Mines University... youtu.be/pHi0pXA4FN0
Culture, Communication & Leadership in a University environment with Dr. Jim Rankin
YouTube video by Healthy Workplace Culture
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November 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The Worldview Intelligence newsletter is out. In it, Jerry and I share about the webinar on November 14 where we will talk about what business leaders across all sectors told us about their experience with AI adoption, ...

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How Leaders are Navigating the AI Adoption Landscape - Real Time Conversations Recap
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November 3, 2025 at 1:35 PM
One of things that emerged from the conversations Jerry and I have had with organizational leaders from all sectors, in the US, Canada and South Africa, is a 3 point AI Adoption framework. We will be sharing this in our 1-hour free webinar on November 14. Details: www.linkedin.com/events/leade...
October 31, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Leadership, Workplace Culture, communication, worldviews....

all themes in the last week when Jerry and I were guest professors at IGR-IAE Rennes Graduate School of Management in the International School of Business. The first picture illustrates the challenges of communication
October 26, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Leadership, Healthy Workplace Culture and, of course, worldviews and Worldview Intelligence - teaching students attending the international business school at IGR in Rennes, France.

About 70 students representing about 16 different countries.
October 23, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Business leaders are invited to join our next live webinar.

Over the past month, we’ve spoken with dozens of executives, consultants, and public sector leaders.

A clear picture is emerging: AI isn’t a future trend - it’s already reshaping how we work, lead, and connect.
October 23, 2025 at 2:48 PM
We have created a great AI Adoption - Workplace Culture - What to Know resource. At least one CEO that we know, used this with his senior team to invite a foundational conversation about why & how they can champion AI adoption in a risk-cautious company. www.worldviewprograms.com/AI-adoption-...
AI Adoption and Workplace Culture - What to Know
A free downloadable resource providing an overview of what to know and plan for when bringing new AI into your team or organization.
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October 22, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Shades of Life Conversation. Jerry Nagel, Tenneson Woolf, Janet Trump, Kathy Jourdain - rich in the conversation and learning... almost an hour, so find a time when you can sit and listen or when you are doing household chores to take it all in. Let us know your thoughts... youtu.be/cHgxg-HRnFU
Are We Being Called to Be a Different Human than 30 Years Ago - Shades of Life
YouTube video by Worldviews: Changing Conversations and Outcomes
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October 21, 2025 at 4:32 PM
What are the conversations, meetings or situations you are being called to host or facilitate? 
What is the courage you need to access to host these conversations and meetings in times that feel more challenged and fractured than ever?
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The Art of Hosting Conversations that Matter
Engaging courageous leadership in the midst of greater uncertainty, not knowing and the heightened anxiety and stress many are experiencing.
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October 13, 2025 at 1:46 PM
From the round table discussion we hosted a couple of weeks ago, we learned quite a bit about what goes into successful AI Adoption and we have summarized it in a beautiful presentation. You can download it from here: www.worldviewprograms.com/AI-adoption-...
AI Adoption and Workplace Culture - What to Know
A free downloadable resource providing an overview of what to know and plan for when bringing new AI into your team or organization.
www.worldviewprograms.com
October 9, 2025 at 6:35 PM
1/ This is a time of great uncertainty for many people and Jerry and I know it could be challenging to make decisions about something happening in the new year.
Yet, more than ever, we need connection, courage, and skills that enable us to engage the hearts & minds of people in our teams & orgs.
The Art of Hosting Conversations that Matter
Engaging courageous leadership in the midst of greater uncertainty, not knowing and the heightened anxiety and stress many are experiencing.
www.worldviewprograms.com
October 8, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Our newsletter with highlights from the round table on Developing a Winning AI Strategy, links to a summary report and the video. We also created a free resource on what to know about bringing AI into your organization that has already received praise for how useful it is.
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Highlights from Developing a Winning AI Strategy
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October 7, 2025 at 11:42 AM
1/ It is always a delight to be invited back to IGR-IAE University and the beautiful city of Rennes, France as a guest lecturer on leadership and worldviews for the students in the International Business Program.

Jerry Nagel has been teaching there for 3 decades; me for only 1 decade.
October 3, 2025 at 3:27 PM
I’m pleased to share that I’ll be speaking at the upcoming Tourism Industry Association of Prince Edward Island (TIAPEI) Annual Conference & AGM alongside a group of talented voices in the industry.
My session, "Leading, Communicating, & Collaborating in Changing Times," will explore how ...
October 1, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Jerry had a great conversation with good friend Nancy Bragard for our Workplace Culture Wisdom series. For our friends who don't know her, Nancy is an experienced interculturalist and Art of Hosting host; she is an American living in France for 4 decades.

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Nancy Bragard on Intercultural Awareness and a Logic to Everyone's Behavior
YouTube video by Healthy Workplace Culture
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September 22, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Yesterday was our last morning in Mexico... at Sunset Fisherman's Beach Resort in Playa del Carmen – a week of working holiday – work in the mornings, rest and relaxation in the afternoon. A great environment to brainstorm, strategize and plan – to work on the business.
September 21, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Registration is now open. Early bird is in effect until January 8, 2026 www.worldviewprograms.com/the-art-of-h...
The Art of Hosting Conversations that Matter
Engaging courageous leadership in the midst of greater uncertainty, not knowing and the heightened anxiety and stress many are experiencing.
www.worldviewprograms.com
September 19, 2025 at 1:59 PM
The Worldview Intelligence newsletter is out. It is focused on two things: next week's roundtable discussion with our friends at Theory Analytic-a about how to build a winning AI strategy for your organization (Sept 25-2025) AND ...
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Developing a Winning AI Strategy for your Organization + New AoH announcement
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September 16, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Jerry and I just went live with our annual Art of Hosting Conversations that Matter training - Feb 19-20, 2026. Our signature 2 day intensive, Twin Cities in MN.
Rising to the Moment with Strength, Courage, Resilience to Build Connections Across Differences
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The Art of Hosting Conversations that Matter
Engaging courageous leadership in the midst of greater uncertainty, not knowing and the heightened anxiety and stress many are experiencing.
www.worldviewprograms.com
September 14, 2025 at 10:42 PM
1/ Yesterday, Jerry, Tenneson, Janet and I gathered for another Shades of Life conversation. We jumped right into the fire - this was on the heels of 2 shootings - one a well known right wing political figure, the other yet another school shooting in the US. Take a listen....

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What time is it now: Rabbit Holes, Polarities, and the Power of Choice
YouTube video by Worldviews: Changing Conversations and Outcomes
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September 12, 2025 at 6:43 PM
1/ We are offering a free Round Table Online Discussion on Developing a Winning AI Strategy for your business on September 25 - noon to 1:00 Atlantic Time, 10:00-11:00 Central.
If it is of interest to you or someone else you know, you can register here: register.gotowebinar.com/register/655...
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September 11, 2025 at 12:40 PM
1/ In this week's edition of the Worldview Intelligence newsletter, Jerry and I continue the series of articles on the impact of AI on Workplace Culture with ways to future proof your career. #healthyteams #leadershipstrategies

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Future Proofing Your Career: Adapting to and Embracing Artificial Intelligence - and announcements
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September 9, 2025 at 12:14 PM
AI is not just about the elimination of jobs - its evolution is creating new jobs and opportunities and in a Healthy Workplace Culture, leaders are paying attention.

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How AI is Contributing to The Evolution of Jobs – Not Just Elimination – Worldview Intelligence
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September 8, 2025 at 8:46 PM