The Behaviorist

Join Liz Orr and Sarah Colantonio as they dig into a lesser-known aspect of the Enneagram types: the Instincts. Since instincts originate from an unconscious place, having an understanding of our default and what they look like can help us navigate conflict and lead more effectively.
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

In this episode of The Behaviorist, we're introducing The Reset, a simple yet powerful self-coaching method designed by Work Wisdom to help you reframe your perspective, recenter your mind, and reality-test your current challenges. Whether you're facing change, working through adversity, or both, this tool is here to support your growth.
You'll hear the origin story of the Reset methodology, along with two guided experiences: use it during your commute with Maria Hoover’s calming voice helping you return to peace, or incorporate it into your journaling practice with Todd Snovel’s reflective guidance toward clarity and hope.
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

In this episode of The Behaviorist, we're introducing The Reset, a simple yet powerful self-coaching method designed by Work Wisdom to help you reframe your perspective, recenter your mind, and reality-test your current challenges. Whether you're facing change, working through adversity, or both, this tool is here to support your growth.
You'll hear the origin story of the Reset methodology, along with two guided experiences: use it during your commute with Maria Hoover’s calming voice helping you return to peace, or incorporate it into your journaling practice with Todd Snovel’s reflective guidance toward clarity and hope.
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

In this episode of The Behaviorist, we're introducing The Reset, a simple yet powerful self-coaching method designed by Work Wisdom to help you reframe your perspective, recenter your mind, and reality-test your current challenges. Whether you're facing change, working through adversity, or both, this tool is here to support your growth.
You'll hear the origin story of the Reset methodology, along with two guided experiences: use it during your commute with Maria Hoover’s calming voice helping you return to peace, or incorporate it into your journaling practice with Todd Snovel’s reflective guidance toward clarity and hope.
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

When so much of our worklife is about conflict, how do we learn to value disagreements and harness the benefits of crackly tension?  Research is increasingly demonstrating that the most powerful teams are those that know how to disagree and even fight to improve and sharpen ideas, all the while preserving (or repairing!) the relationship.  Bring your pen when you listen to this episode, as you'll want to take notes!
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

The quality of our team’s conversations drives the quality of our outcomes.  It’s that simple.  Listen in as Kedren and Sarah discuss team conversations and how to gauge their quality by noticing whether three distinct interactions are happening and how all of it contributes to the overall existence of psychological safety. 
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

While you might think that too much authenticity can backfire, trust in our leaders is low, and employee engagement is low. We are desperate for leaders who lead with authenticity. So what does that mean for Authentic Leaders? How do we balance being authentic and leading? Join Sarah and Abby Rivera as they discuss what it means to be an authentic leader and how that can lead to trust and high performance on your team. 
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

Have you ever been on a Zoom call where a single raised eyebrow or subtle head shake said it all—no words needed? In this episode of The Behaviorist, host, Kedren Crosby, is joined by Work Wisdom President, Sarah Colantonio, and Director of Communications, Hunter Smith, for an insightful exploration of the world of nonverbal communication.
From the foundational work of anthropologist Ray Birdwhistell on kinesics, to Gen Z’s fashion-forward self-expression at work, and even a nod to David Rose’s expressive genius on Schitt’s Creek, this conversation dives deep into how we communicate beyond words and why it matters more than ever.
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

Are you feeling burned out and unmotivated with your work? In this episode of The Behaviorist, host Sarah Colantonio is joined by Maria Hoover, Director of Educational Services at Capital Area IU, and Todd Snovel, Chief Leadership & Engagement Officer at the County Commissioners Association of PA, for an insightful conversation about sparking intrinsic motivation in themselves and others.
What drives us from within, and how does that differ from external rewards? How can we recognize and strengthen our own internal motivators? Tune in as Sarah, Maria, and Todd explore the science and strategies behind tapping into our intrinsic motivation and why it matters more than ever.
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).

In our latest episode of The Behaviorist, we explore the fascinating concept of "split personas"—how we create separate versions of ourselves for work and life. Drawing on the hit show Severance, Dr. Ryan Berardi, Dr. Alex Rohrer, and Emily Abbruzzese dive into the psychological cost of living with these dual identities.Are we sacrificing authenticity for safety? Can we truly integrate our personal and professional selves, or does the divide serve a deeper purpose? Tune in as we unravel these complex questions and discover practices that can support both our work and mental well-being.
To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@workwisdom).