Change Starts Here: Together Is Better

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of community and togetherness in a world where being alone and isolated has become the norm. In the latest episode of the Change Starts Here podcast, host Dustin Odham shares his experiences of attending symposiums in different cities across the USA and how they made him appreciate the value of being in the presence of others.

Dustin talks about how, while being alone has its advantages, engaging with others and being part of a community is crucial for personal growth and wellbeing. He discusses his travels to symposiums in Tampa, Las Vegas, Dallas, and San Diego, and how the different groups he worked with made him feel incredibly welcomed and energized.

According to Dustin, “We need to be in community. We are created to be in community.” He shares his insights on the group dynamic and the importance of togetherness in making everything work seamlessly. In addition, Dustin talks about his experiences working with students and seeing them overcome stage fright, which left him in awe.

The latest episode of Change Starts Here is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and ideas on how to navigate a post-COVID world. It reminds us of the importance of being
connected and working together to create a better future for all.

Follow us on social media for the latest updates in B2B!

Image

Latest

Higher Education
From Measuring Memory to Measuring Thinking: How Simulation-Based Learning Could Reshape Higher Education
June 15, 2026

As artificial intelligence continues reshaping the workforce, higher education faces growing pressure to demonstrate its value beyond content mastery. According to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report, employers expect 39% of workers’ core skills to change or become outdated by 2030, while 69% identify analytical thinking as the most essential workforce skill. As…

Read More
safer HVAC chemicals
The Future of the Trades Depends on Mentorship and Industry Veterans Passing Down the Craft
June 15, 2026

Across the United States, industries are grappling with a skilled labor shortage. According to industry research, millions of trade jobs are expected to go unfilled in the coming years as experienced workers retire faster than new ones enter the field. At the same time, trade school enrollment has steadily increased. The conversation around skilled trades—once…

Read More
outlet
From Power Shopping to Place-Making: Tanger’s Stephen Yalof on the New Outlet Experience
June 15, 2026

For decades, the outlet trip had a familiar rhythm: get in the car, drive beyond the city, hunt for deals and come home with bags full of discounted finds. But that old model is giving way to something more layered. As retailers reinvest in store experiences to give consumers more reasons to visit, outlet…

Read More
career
How Relationships Build a Career, Deepen Service and Define Purpose
June 10, 2026

In a workplace still shaped by hybrid schedules, remote communication and shifting expectations around professional growth, relationships have become more than a soft skill — they are a career advantage. Gallup’s latest workplace reporting shows that global employee engagement has fallen to 20%, reflecting a broader challenge for organizations trying to keep people connected,…

Read More