Welcome to The Talent Forge: Shaping Workforce Behavior with Jay Johnson — the podcast where behavioral science meets the day-to-day challenges of leadership and talent development.
Each week, Jay Johnson, behavioral architect, two-time TEDx speaker, and corporate trainer, brings you bold conversations and tactical insights to help organizations develop better managers, improve communication, and shape workplace behavior that drives results.
Whether you're an emerging leader, a C-suite executive, an operations manager, or an individual seeking growth, this show delivers behavior-based strategies that stick. Jay and experts in the field come together to share a behind-the-scenes look at the tools that build high-performing teams, reduce burnout, and foster cultures of accountability and trust.
From leadership development and management coaching to behavioral intelligence and culture transformation, you'll walk away with actionable tools to improve your people, processes, and performance.
This isn’t theory. This is real-world behavior, transformed. Welcome to the Forge.
Discover how the drive to give back can redefine the aging experience with our insightful guest, Dr. Deborah Heiser. Dr. Heiser, a trailblazer in the study of aging, shares her unique journey from fo…
What happens when a seasoned software developer turns his talents to nurturing human potential? Join us for an insightful conversation with Brian Walch, who shares his unique journey from the tech wo…
Ever wondered how to align your professional life with your personal purpose? Join us in this enlightening episode of Talent Forge as we welcome Elona Lopari, CEO of the Life School, to share her ins…
Steven Falk, CEO and founder of Switchback OS, reveals his transformative journey from a career in marriage and family therapy to a leader in talent development within heavy industry. With the backin…
Welcome Dr. Barb Thompson, a distinguished clinical psychologist and Army veteran, into our conversation. Dr. Thompson takes us on her remarkable journey from clinical to operational psychology, shar…
Can surveys really mask deeper communication issues in the workplace? Join us as we welcome John Larsen from Vellum to shed light on this eye-opening topic. John challenges the status quo of organiza…
Join us as we explore the fascinating world of Learning and Development with seasoned expert Jess Almlie, whose nearly 30-year journey reveals the art of crafting impactful learning experiences. From…
Ready to unlock the secrets of effective leadership? Join us on Talent Forge as we sit down with Hank Wethington, the IT professional turned executive coach, who reveals how a fortuitous opportunity …
Discover how embracing neurodiversity can transform talent development as we sit down with Rebecca Prejean, an expert in the field who brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to the t…
What if you could break free from the constraints of traditional training and achieve lasting personal and professional growth? Join us on Talent Forge as we explore this exciting possibility with ou…
Ready to unlock the secrets of effective leadership? Join us on this illuminating episode of Talent Forge where we sit down with Aaron Trahan, a former corporate executive turned executive performanc…
Unlock the secrets to creating inclusive, sustainable work environments with Katherine McCord, a trailblazer in HR and talent development. Discover how universal workplace design, inspired by archite…
Unlock the keys to legal compliance in talent development with our featured guest, Matthew Fornaro, a seasoned attorney who specializes in guiding small and medium-sized businesses through their lega…
Join us for a compelling conversation with Curtis Butler, a finance veteran who transitioned into a career coaching role to help young professionals find their paths. Curtis shares his journey from f…
Unlock the secrets to building high accountability and high morale teams with insights from Doris Jackson-Shazier, our distinguished guest on this episode of the Talent Forge. Ever wondered how paren…
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of effective leadership while improving your overall well-being? Join us on this episode of the Talent Forge as we chat with Tabatha Thorell, a seasoned coach boas…
Imagine transforming complex learning into engaging, bite-sized lessons delivered directly to your phone, just like a text message. In our latest episode on Talent Forge, we welcome Michael Ioffe fro…
Public speaking can be a daunting task, especially for technical professionals. What if conquering this fear could unlock new career heights for you? Join us as we sit down with Neil Thompson of Teac…
Embark on a transformational journey with Dr. Esther Jackson, a vanguard in the talent development arena, as she shares her remarkable metamorphosis from an aspiring educator to a corporate training …
Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Talent Forge, where we are shaping the future of training and development! I am your host, Jay Johnson. I wanted to take this opportunity to tell you about the…