logo
episode-header-image
Nov 2021
42m 47s

How Family Dynamics Play Out at Work

Morra Aarons-Mele
About this episode
Host Morra Aarons-Mele speaks with Kathleen Smith, an associate faculty member at the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family, about how family systems theory can help us better understand leadership and relationships with coworkers. 
Up next
Today
Should You Be Yourself At Work? With Dr. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic
We’re told to “bring our whole selves to work.” But what if that advice is burning you out, especially if you’re anxious, neurodivergent, or wired differently? In this episode, I’m joined by psychologist and author Dr. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic to talk about why radical authenticit ... Show More
55m 35s
Feb 3
David Lancefield Has A Better Way To Talk About Mental Health At Work
We’ve never talked more about mental health at work and yet, burnout is rising, disengagement is everywhere, and leaders still feel stuck. In this episode, I’m joined by strategy coach and former PwC partner David Lancefield to talk about why the current approach isn’t working an ... Show More
55m 1s
Jan 29
Eating Disorders, Body Image, Anxiety with Melissa Gerson
For so many high-achievers, food becomes the one thing we can control when everything else feels uncertain. In this episode, I’m joined by Melissa Gerson, founder of the Columbus Park Treatment Center for Eating Disorders, to talk about the relationship between anxiety, perfectio ... Show More
35m 59s
Recommended Episodes
Apr 2022
How Understanding Your Family Dynamics Can Improve Work
Deborah Ancona, a professor at MIT Sloan School of Management, and Dennis Perkins, CEO of The Syncretics Group, have researched how family dynamics play out in the workplace. They say people often revert to childhood patterns at work. By applying a concept from psychology known a ... Show More
27m 50s
Mar 2023
”The Little Way” of the Family
<p>Kimberly Hahn discusses family life and practical tips on supporting a family from inside and out.</p> 
25m 26s
Jul 2018
Family Businesses
Are you struggling with the complications of working in a family business? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Ted Clark, who runs the Center for Family Business at Northeastern University. They talk through advancing when you’re not a member of the family, mana ... Show More
35m 11s
Dec 2021
"The Man In The Middle"
Katie Harrison talks to two stepdads to see how family life is different for them compared to stepmums. They talk about gender roles and the impact it has on stepfamily dynamics. 
32m 37s
Jan 2021
What Sets Family Businesses Apart
Josh Baron and Rob Lachenauer, cofounders of BanyanGlobal Family Business Advisors, say that a family-run company has more flexibility than its publicly-traded counterpart to build a legacy and grow sustainably for the long term. But making critical decisions when there are famil ... Show More
24m 5s
Sep 2023
CLA Annual Meeting - Family Law
Family law can be very contentious, so it is critically important for attorneys in this area to learn to be cool-headed advocates for their clients in difficult situations. Host Laurence Colletti welcomes Family Law Chair Demetria Graves to discuss the current happenings in the s ... Show More
6m 54s
Aug 2023
MOM 2.0: Marketing, Media, & Motherhood in the Digital Age
Kanika interviews Mom 2.0 husband and wife duo John and Carrie Pacini on the genesis of the annual summit and community. During her live podcast with author, educator, and advocate Jen Hatmaker, they discuss her opening keynote which had everyone in the room feeling seen and unde ... Show More
35m 26s
Mar 2021
Introducing a Pick-Me-Up for Moms and Dads
Amy Gallo introduces Erica Truxler and Kevin Evers, two HBR editors hosting a series in which they confront the challenges of managing everything and everyone. 
5m 11s
Jun 2024
Comment faire famille avec Laurence Arné
<p>Anne Ghesquière reçoit dans Métamorphose Laurence Arné, actrice et réalisatrice. Comment renforcer les liens au sein d'une famille recomposée ? Quels outils utiliser pour améliorer l'entente entre parents, enfants et beaux-parents ? Laurence Arné partage son expérience personn ... Show More
49m 27s
Aug 2018
Lynn Loud
Lynn demonstrates how to get in a great at-home workout using her big family. 
8m 34s