Jason Cochran

In this compelling episode of Innovation Storytellers Show, we explore the world of HR and innovation with two extraordinary guests: Ira Wolfe, a pioneer in future-readiness, and Jason Cochran, the ‘Chief Connection Officer’ at Telos. Both are esteemed co-hosts of Geeks, Geezers, Googlization, an award-winning podcast exploring the future of work. In the face of rapid and relentless change, they encourage us to view the ‘Never Normal’ as an opportunity to evolve and thrive.

Today’s conversation is with entrepreneur and psychologist Jason Cochran, co-founder of Dulead and iAspire, two companies that are transforming the way organizations engage with and develop their employees.


I invited Jason to the show today because he knows a lot about helping leaders attract, engage, and more importantly, retain top talent. Every time we talk, I learn more about how psychology and technology can be leveraged to help everyone in an organization grow into the best… Show more

Today’s conversation is with entrepreneur and psychologist Jason Cochran, co-founder of Dulead and iAspire, two companies that are transforming the way organizations engage with and develop their employees.


I invited Jason to the show today because he knows a lot about helping leaders attract, engage, and more importantly, retain top talent. Every time we talk, I learn more about how psychology and technology can be leveraged to help everyone in an organization grow into the best versions of themselves, while positively impacting the company in just about every important way — from employee satisfaction to positive brand sentiment to the organization’s bottom line.


We talk about being able to bring our whole selves to work, mental health, psychological safety, healthy team cultures, and battling the burnout that seems to be getting more and more prevalent as the months and years march on. Show less

We’ve taken huge strides to destigamtize mental health issues as a society, and yet business leaders still feel excessive pressure to pretend they are immune to such problems.

Jason Cochran is a psychologist and the Co-founder of Dulead, a leadership development system. As a mental health professional and a leader in his own right, Jason knows how much your mental health can impact both your own work and the people you’re trying to lead.

In this episode, Jason reminds us that the… Show more

We’ve taken huge strides to destigamtize mental health issues as a society, and yet business leaders still feel excessive pressure to pretend they are immune to such problems.

Jason Cochran is a psychologist and the Co-founder of Dulead, a leadership development system. As a mental health professional and a leader in his own right, Jason knows how much your mental health can impact both your own work and the people you’re trying to lead.

In this episode, Jason reminds us that the examples set by those in positions of power speak volumes, so prioritizing and being open about mental health has to start at the top. Along the way, you’ll learn how to provide your team the support they need to overcome challenges and how it will help you attract, grow, and retain the best talent out there. Show less

Quote: “Even though our inner dialogue tends to be negative, we don’t really like to have conversations with other people who are negative.” Jason Cochran

In order to have a productive team and retain your best talent, you must have strong leadership. Strong leadership is created when you maintain a good relationship with your employees. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne we welcome psychologist and connection expert, Jason Cochran to share his strategies on how leaders… Show more

Quote: “Even though our inner dialogue tends to be negative, we don’t really like to have conversations with other people who are negative.” Jason Cochran

In order to have a productive team and retain your best talent, you must have strong leadership. Strong leadership is created when you maintain a good relationship with your employees. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne we welcome psychologist and connection expert, Jason Cochran to share his strategies on how leaders can keep their employees engaged by teaching them effective leadership skills. Show less

Jason Cochran is a psychologist and co-founder of iAspire.

iAspire is a software solution for the 2 most challenging areas for businesses: People and Culture.

iAspire helps leaders engage, motivate and retain their people from their first to day to the day they retire -
thus establishing the organization as a destination employer and making culture their competitive advantage.

I have been waiting for years to see the promise of Artificial Intelligence applied to developing employees. Recently, my podcast partner, Ira Wolfe and I interviewed Jason Cochran of Dulead and iAspire (the educational institution arm). Jason's product keeps that commitment and more. Imagine as a leader having an always-on, alter ego there to develop your direct reports? That solution is what this software delivers.

The Benefits of Dulead
The company calls it a (Virtual) Director of… Show more

I have been waiting for years to see the promise of Artificial Intelligence applied to developing employees. Recently, my podcast partner, Ira Wolfe and I interviewed Jason Cochran of Dulead and iAspire (the educational institution arm). Jason's product keeps that commitment and more. Imagine as a leader having an always-on, alter ego there to develop your direct reports? That solution is what this software delivers.

The Benefits of Dulead
The company calls it a (Virtual) Director of Leadership & Development. By implementing a playbook of best practices, the system aligns, develops, and retains people. Dulead performs this "magic" automatically----and continuously over time---by providing personalized, holistic coaching. The net result is that employees are highly engaged in pursuing their own growth. Employees develop a clarity of purpose, values, and traits and their roles and responsibilities, through intentional, consistent engagement. With continuous feedback, employees discover and achieve their potentials. And not surprisingly, Dulead reduces unwanted employee turnover.

How Dulead Works
Without apps to download, passwords to remember, or difficult websites to find, Dulead offers invisible technology with one-click participation. This system facilitates employees working collaboratively. They feel empowered to communicate with clarity and take ownership of their results. Through the system, they get to connect with their direct supervisors in meaningful ways. While living out the values of the organization, employees find joy and meaning in their work and are challenged to devise innovative solutions for problems. The software also reinforces that the leadership is committed to improving the organization's culture. Show less

Companies that struggle to cultivate a healthy culture, also struggle to attract and keep good employees. Candidates can uncover bad work environments before they even step foot in your door with a few clicks online. Now more than ever, positive culture is key. Pandemic or no pandemic today’s new workforce isn’t willing to settle for a toxic environment.

On this flash webinar, workforce thought leader, Cara Silletto, and business consultant and psychologist, Jason Cochran will dive into… Show more

Companies that struggle to cultivate a healthy culture, also struggle to attract and keep good employees. Candidates can uncover bad work environments before they even step foot in your door with a few clicks online. Now more than ever, positive culture is key. Pandemic or no pandemic today’s new workforce isn’t willing to settle for a toxic environment.

On this flash webinar, workforce thought leader, Cara Silletto, and business consultant and psychologist, Jason Cochran will dive into the five key marks of a healthy culture and explain why they matter to the bottom-line. Cara and Jason will share how to start reforming your workplace into a thriving environment where people want to work, even during these stressful times. Show less

Have clarity. Get clear on the why, the how, and the what, the values and the traits to create the core of your culture. To sustain, we have to create and implement a system to consistently execute proactive activities to drive our culture. It’s so important to have data and to regularly measure so you can look at the ways you’re evolving and find areas to hone in on. Consider a key champion to own the culture strategy for execution in your organization.

In this podcast episode we discuss the concept of re-boarding (emphasis on mental health/wellness) in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic and how leaders can prepare their people for the new normal. Emphasis is placed on inner dialogue (preparing mentally and emotionally) and also on the tactical (culture strategy).

From pre-hire to departure, the employee experience in most companies is all FCDD-up! The employee journey from pre-hire to departure can be Frustrating, Confusing, Disappointing and Distracting. In a VUCA world, employee needs can shift in the blink of an eye. Employee engagement surveys, incentives, and perks aren’t enough. Real-time responses and action on the part of the employer are essential. It doesn’t take a village, it takes a culture! Jason Cochrane, CEO of iAspire visits Geeks… Show more

From pre-hire to departure, the employee experience in most companies is all FCDD-up! The employee journey from pre-hire to departure can be Frustrating, Confusing, Disappointing and Distracting. In a VUCA world, employee needs can shift in the blink of an eye. Employee engagement surveys, incentives, and perks aren’t enough. Real-time responses and action on the part of the employer are essential. It doesn’t take a village, it takes a culture! Jason Cochrane, CEO of iAspire visits Geeks Geezers and Googlization Show to share how you can transform your company culture and make it your competitive advantage. Show less