What if the key to success in business isn’t avoiding failure—but learning how to rise from it? In this episode, we explore how resilience, curiosity, and strong leadership can transform both individuals and organizations.

In this episode of Nexus at UCF, host Natalie Broadhurst sits down with Dawn Sipley, President of “Sipley The Best”, to explore resilience in the workplace and how it’s shaping the future of business. From navigating workplace challenges and building strong team culture to developing emotional intelligence and effective leadership strategies, this conversation dives deep into innovation, leadership, and the evolving role of human resources.

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 Teaser

00:31 Welcome to Nexus + Meet Dawn Sipley

01:36 What is resilience to Dawn? + How she started in HR leading to her company’s genesis

05:22 Resilience to rebound: How to keep going & what not to do

08:51 Human resources: Friend or foe?

10:26 Danger of gossip in the workplace + Importance of good character in an employee

17:14 Your character is shown in the storm

18:44 With great risk comes great reward

20:09 The importance of having a support circle to get through difficult times

25:37 The importance of strong community bonds

27:59 Professionalism in the workplace: Don’t overshare yet remain genuine + Lead by example

31:43 How to be a good mentor / boss

34:37 Human interaction: a lost gem in the workplace

36:44 How to become a resilient employee & person

42:36 Outro: Thank you for Listening!

🔗 Connect with Us
🌐 Website: https://nexusatucf.wixsite.com/nexus-at-ucf
💼 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/nexusatucf
📱 Instagram: https://instagram.com/nexusatucf
🎵 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@nexusatucf
▶️ More episodes: https://youtube.com/@nexusatucf
🎧 Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms.

🔗 Connect with UCF
🏛️ College of Business Website: https://business.ucf.edu/
📊 College of Business on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/ucf-college-of-business/posts/?feedView=all

🌐 UCF Website: https://www.ucf.edu/
💼 UCF on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/university-of-central-florida/posts/?feedView=all

📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay connected to the future of business.

#NexusatUCF #BusinessInnovation #Podcast #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceCulture #HRInsights #Resilience #FutureOfWork