In the first episode of Season Three, Vera welcomes back Steven Miller, Chief Marketing and Operations Officer for Asia at Microsoft. Stephen reflects on his previous appearance on the podcast over a year ago, where he shared his story of loss, grief, and optimism. He discusses the changes he has witnessed in the workforce regarding mental health and the importance of creating a supportive and empathetic workplace culture. Steven emphasizes the need for leaders to prioritize the well-being of their teams and shares insights from his experiences, including the importance of vulnerability and empathy in leadership.

Throughout the episode, Steven highlights the progress made in normalizing mental health conversations in the workplace and society. He also discusses the importance of setting boundaries, both personally and professionally, to ensure self-care and prevent burnout. Vera and Steven explore the role of empathy and vulnerability in leadership and stress the need for ongoing efforts to make mental health a fundamental part of workplace culture. The episode encourages listeners to continue pushing for positive changes in the realm of mental health support and awareness.

Find Steven Miller online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenmiller2/

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