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Opening the Conversation

Tim welcomes Eryn Peters to the Working Well Podcast and kicks off a global conversation about work, leadership, and the digital age. With experience across 50+ countries as a digital nomad, Eryn shares her views on global work cultures and reminds us that, “At the end of the day, we’re all just human.”

The Pace of Change is the Slowest It Will Ever Be

The conversation shifts to the accelerating pace of change—particularly with AI. Eryn notes, “What we think is impossible today becomes reality in six months.” Change is no longer occasional; it’s constant. Companies need resilience, not stability.

From Change Management to Change Leadership

Organizations used to hire consultants to handle the occasional transformation. But now, change happens weekly, even daily. Eryn emphasizes the need for every team member to become a change leader, not just a passive participant.

The Most Crucial Leadership Skill? Communication

Leaders must rethink how they communicate change. Old methods—slow updates and rigid knowledge platforms—don’t work. Communication must be real-time, transparent, and involve employees early. “People don’t want to be order takers. They want to help shape decisions.”

AI, Automation, and the Human Factor

Tech adoption often overlooks human impact. Leaders must clarify:

• What should be automated?

• What should be augmented?

• What should be left alone?

Failing to address fear around job loss undermines success. “If someone thinks a tool will take their job, they won’t use it.”

Rethinking Decision-Making: Discuss, Debate, Decide, Disagree & Commit

Eryn shares a framework to clarify team roles during change:

1. Discuss

2. Debate

3. Decide

4. (Disagree and) Commit

Most friction happens when leaders don’t communicate where in the process people are. Clarity builds trust—and prevents sabotage.

Building Digital Culture with Intention

Remote work doesn’t kill culture—lack of intentionality does. Eryn breaks down how virtual teams can build deep relationships and community:

• Unlocked Zoom rooms

• Shared personal rituals

• Opt-in social spaces

• Virtual water cooler moments

“Culture isn’t free fruit or forced fun—it’s meaningful connection.”

Beyond Work Hours: The Real Burnout Equation

Burnout isn’t just about working too much. It’s about misalignment between inputs and meaningful outputs. When people feel their work matters and brings joy, they’ll gladly “burn the midnight oil.” But without that alignment, even short hours feel draining.

Future of Work: Hybrid Teams, Human-Tech Collaboration

In the next 3–5 years, we’ll see hybrid workforces composed of humans and AI agents. Eryn explores the implications for:

• Compensation

• Performance tracking

• Productivity measurement

• Task ownership

Smaller, agile companies will lead the way—while slow-moving enterprises risk falling behind.

Performance, Health & Human Design

Eryn and Tim explore the overlap between productivity and human health. Whether it’s movement, breaks, or hydration, leaders must model high-performance behaviors. “Work is not a place. It’s a mindset.”

She coins a powerful phrase: ABC Calls = Anything But Chair—calls where everyone is encouraged to stand, walk, or move.

Modeling Culture as a Leader

You can’t tell people to “prioritize well-being” and then never take a break yourself. Eryn challenges leaders: make your behaviors visible. Whether it’s school pickup or midday walks, culture comes from what leaders do—not what they say.

Final Words of Advice

Eryn’s parting message:
“Just relax. Don’t get caught up in the noise. Take it day by day, stay human, and have real conversations.”
Simplicity and intention are the future.