The Power of Music with Bill Scheidt

HRchat Podcast

Unlock the secrets of professional success through the transformative power of music with our guest, Bill Scheidt, Managing Partner at Sewa Beats.
Bill shares his life-changing experiences in Africa and how they inspired a unique approach to corporate training. Discover how music serves as a powerful metaphor for essential business skills like communication, leadership, and teamwork. Learn how experiential learning, enhanced by the principles of music, can significantly boost employee engagement and performance in leadership, diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and change management.
We also explore the scientific benefits of integrating music into leadership development programs, especially amid the challenges of the pandemic. From improved cognitive abilities to stress reduction, the impact of music on brain function is profound. Bill emphasizes the power of intention and its critical role in achieving personal and professional goals. Through the lens of music, we examine how setting clear intentions and valuing diverse contributions can foster a culture of inclusion and engagement. Tune in to understand the tangible benefits of experiential learning and DEI initiatives in organizational settings.
Questions for Bill include:

• Why is music as a metaphor for professional success?
• How does music connect to DEI?
• How does experiential learning connect with music?
• Sewa Beats’ clients include organizations such as BMW, Pfizer, Wells Fargo, Hewlett Packard, and the Harvard Business School. Can you share some use cases you're particularly proud of?
• Why is the ATD Conference an important event in the L&D and HR calendar?
• Any sessions at ATD that stuck out for you?
• What is the secret to setting clear intentions and how can it help accomplish one's goals?

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1. The Power of Music with Bill Scheidt (00:00:00)

2. Music as a Metaphor for Success (00:00:03)

3. Leadership Development Through Music and Science (00:07:58)

4. The Power of Intention and DEI (00:15:42)