Fostering Community, Engagement, and Growth at WoodmenLife with Denise McCauley and Marsha Graesser

Human Capital Lab

In this episode of the Human Capital Lab podcast, host Rich Douglas is joined by Denise McCauley, President and CEO, and MarshaGraesser, Director of Culture and Talent Development at WoodmenLife. They share their expertise on managing and engaging talent in the post-COVID world, emphasizing the importance of remote work balance, intentional engagement, and adaptive leadership. Discover the challenges, strategies, and best practices for fostering a strong company culture, enhancing team performance, and maintaining a sense of community and purpose among employees.

Tune in for valuable insights on navigating workforce engagement in today's dynamic work environment.

00:00 Introduction to the Human Capital Lab Podcast

00:27 Meet the Guests: Denise McCauley and Marsha Graesser

01:16 WoodmenLife: Company Overview and Mission

05:38 Challenges in the Insurance Industry

08:27 Adapting to Post-COVID Work Environment

12:06 Building Connections in a Remote World

19:59 Intentional Leadership and Engagement

20:52 The Challenge of Engagement in Virtual Settings

21:39 The Importance of Dressing for Your Day

22:50 Cultural Shifts and Engagement Strategies

25:11 WoodmenLife’s Unique Culture and Customer Engagement

29:16 Onboarding and Building a Collaborative Community

34:30 Balancing Diverse Workforce Needs

35:46 Encouraging Risk-Taking and Continuous Learning

38:11 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Connect with the Guests: WoodmenLife ;

• Denise McCauley's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-mccauley-5113465/
• Marsha Graesser's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshajgraesser/
• Website: https://www.woodmenlife.org/

Connect with Human Capital Lab;

• Host: Rich Douglas
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-douglas-92b71b52/
• Human Captial Lab Links
• Website: https://humancapitallab.org/
• Interested in Being a Guest? https://humancapitallab.org/podcast/