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Dr. Shari Simpson Dr. Shari Simpson Senior Manager Thought Leadership | Paylocity

Shari Simpson, EdD, is the host of HR Mixtape and a senior thought leadership leader at Paylocity. With over two decades of experience across training, talent, payroll, and employee relations, she brings curiosity, candor, and real-world perspective to every episode. Shari holds a Doctor of Education in Leadership and Innovation, along with an MBA, MHRM, and SHRM-SCP certification. 

Alfredo Borodowski Alfredo Borodowski Purpose Factor Facilitator | The Purpose Company

Alfredo Borodowski is a Purpose Factor Facilitator at The Purpose Company, where he helps leaders connect purpose to performance by building cultures rooted in meaning, resilience, and engagement.

Human Resources

Building Resilience Workforces of the Future

Resilience isn't just bouncing back; it's about coming back stronger!
Podcast
February 17, 2026

In this episode, Alfredo Borodowski discusses the critical mistakes leaders make when attempting to future-proof their workforce, particularly the risk of employee burnout. He emphasizes the importance of understanding character strengths and fostering resilience within teams. Listeners will learn practical strategies to create a culture of nourishment rather than fixing, ultimately enhancing employee engagement and performance.

Key Takeaways:

  • Leaders should focus on providing orientation rather than trying to predict change.
  • Understanding character strengths is essential for minimizing disorientation in teams.
  • Resilience is about learning from setbacks and coming back stronger, not just returning to the previous state.
  • Companies should shift from a culture of fixing to one of nourishing employee potential.
  • Psychological capital, including self-confidence, hope, optimism, and resilience, is crucial for future success.
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