Welcome to Weirdos in the workplace, the podcast that celebrates authenticity, transparency, passion, and purpose in our world of work. I'm your favorite weirdo, Erin Patchell today we're taking a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've had in 2023 and what lies ahead for 2024. And I am so excited. Stay tuned. Many of you are taking time off with your families for the holidays and celebrating. But even if you were grinding it out, I hope you are finding some time to sprinkle in moments of joy and make memories. I know for many of you you might be struggling with isolation, loneliness, grief, or apathy, and your feelings are valid. And while this year I'm feeling pretty good, I have been there so many times and I hope you'll accept this virtual hug from me, my friend. But taking stock celebrating, reflecting and building community isn't just for this time of the year. It tends to highlight, like the holiday season tends to highlight and magnify what we do have, what we don't have, and what we want. I try to think about gratitude for what I have juxtaposed with the understanding that there are many people out there who don't have and might want what I have. And that thought motivates me to find ways to create these opportunities. And I'd really encourage everyone, no matter how much you think you have or how much you think you don't have, to really focus on the positive, focus on the gratitude for what you do have. And I hope that that also motivates you to do good in the world as well. But 2023 has been quite the year, hasn't it? We've navigated through some challenging times. We've also witnessed incredible innovation and resilience in the workplace. It's really hard for me to wrap my head around the fact that AI has really only been in our lives for a year. This year we've covered in weirdos of the workplace. We've covered a wide array of topics, from fostering inclusive cultures to adapting to hybrid work models, to becoming more disciplined with our habits and so much more. And the amazing part is we still have five more episodes left in season one, wrapping up January 31. We have some really cool people coming on the show, and the next five episodes really are designed not just to reflect on the year gone by, but also to help prepare us for the exciting journey ahead. It is going to be weird and wonderful in 2024. I think it's going to be a great year, and I hope it's a great year for you. But that's not all. I am super excited to announce season two of weirdos in the workplace will kick off April 3, and we have something special lined up. We are inviting 30 professional problem solvers to the podcast, every person ready to tackle specific challenges that employers face in their businesses. These are real issues given to us by you, our clients, and our listeners. So make sure you send those in, continue to send those in. And season two is really all about practical and tactical solutions. So whether it's grappling with a remote team management, understanding the nuances of mental health in the workplace, or innovative approaches to employee engagement, we're going to cover it all. Our guests are seasoned prose, from organizational psychologists to hr gurus to tech innovators. And each episode will be a deep dive into a particular challenge, offering insights, strategies, and, most importantly, solutions. Because we need solutions before we wrap up today's episode, I want to take just a brief moment to celebrate the weirdness, the innovation, and the failures that teach us and the successes that drive us. So here's to the weirdos, the ones just like you who think outside the box, challenge the status quo, and who make the workplace not just a good place to work, but a space to grow, learn, thrive, and even heal. So stay tuned for our upcoming episodes as we conclude season one and get ready for an even more exhilarating season two starting April 3. And always remember, stay weird, stay wonderful, and never, ever stay out of trouble. This is Erin Patchell signing off. Catch you in 2024. You if you like this episode of Weirdos in the Workplace, don't forget to like and subscribe subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. You can reach us online at Positivist.ca or on most social media platforms @positivistgroup. Have a beautiful day at work.

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