Marissa Shandell

Marissa Shandell draws from her extensive research on motivation and rethinking at the highest levels of leadership in an organization to showcase the crucial role thinking differently has in fostering peak performance, innovation, and resilience in the workplace. She offers audiences tools for creating psychological safety, promoting continuous learning, and effectively encouraging candor. Attendees will gain actionable insights on how to motivate themselves and others to not only do but also feel their best at work by embracing the art of rethinking. This presentation draws on Marissa’s contributions to Adam Grant’s best-selling book, Think Again.

The work landscape is transforming. Marked by flexible working models and increased uncertainty, organizations must proactively adapt to foster connection, creativity, and collaboration. Now is the time to leverage technology, empathy, and adaptability to unleash the full potential of our teams. With future of work and employee engagement expert Marissa Shandell, explore critical strategies to provide flexibility and autonomy, strengthen cohesion and culture in remote or hybrid environments, and implement innovative collaboration models. By embracing these strategies, organizations can navigate the challenges of the new work future and unlock their workforce’s full potential.

Employee well-being has a profound impact on the success of organizations. Although many leaders recognize the toll that burnout takes on employee engagement, performance, and retention, few are clear on how to build resilience and promote well-being. — How to empower employees to set professional and personal boundaries—both for work-life balance and productivity. — How leaders can activate “motivation contagion” to cultivate and sustain engagement. — How to craft your work and collaborations to help employees find flow and perform at their best

As continuous change and competition define the evolving workplace, harnessing our full potential is crucial for flourishing. In her speech, future of work and employee engagement expert Marissa Shandell shares powerful strategies to help teams embrace adaptability, conquer challenges, and cultivate an environment where potential soars. Attendees will learn the importance of skill development, maximizing potential through growth mindsets, and welcoming discomfort as a catalyst for growth. Marissa will also cover strategies to overcome obstacles, cultivate resilience, and leverage role models and mentorship for individual growth.

In the face of relentless disruption, rapid technological advancements, and unpredictable market dynamics, creativity and collaboration are more important than ever. — How to foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development, including how to reframe failure as a stepping stone to success. — How to build psychological safety and why it’s critical for innovation, collaboration, and inclusion. — How to encourage respectful disagreement as a catalyst for better decision-making and increased creativity.

Join Marissa Shandell, a ph.d. Candidate at Wharton who specializes in employee well-being and motivation, for valuable insights into enhancing workforce potential. Marissa draws from her extensive research and practical experience to offer evidence-based strategies for fostering resilience, well-being, and agility in the workplace. Her unique "research doodles" provide engaging illustrations of these strategies in action.