Fringe by PeopleForward Network
Fringe is a collection of content to educate and inspire you on your leadership journey. Whether it's talent acquisition, well-being, or the future of work- Fringe by PFN has content to support you on your development journey.
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Live from CultureCon: Wrestling with Leadership Chaos with Coleman Williams
03/18/2026
Live from CultureCon: Wrestling with Leadership Chaos with Coleman Williams
What happens when every leader in your company defines "leadership" their own way? Spoiler alert: chaos. Live from the CultureCon 2025 studio in Madison, Wisconsin, Nikki Lewallen Gregory teams up with Coleman Williams, co-founder of Wrestling With Talent, to get real about the chaos that comes from undefined leadership. From inconsistent one-on-ones to unclear goal-setting, they explore how structure creates fairness without crossing into micromanagement. They also unpack how companies can onboard leaders with clarity, integrate AI for more effective training, and give employees a consistent, people-first experience, especially during change. This is your blueprint for leadership done right. Additional Resources: Learn more about Learn more about Learn more about Key Takeaways: Clear leadership expectations reduce workplace inconsistency. Guardrails are not micromanagement, they offer direction. Start small to avoid overwhelming leaders with change. AI can enhance, not replace, leadership onboarding. Consistency supports fairness in the employee experience.
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Community Conversation: Purpose Over Profit - Reimagining Success
03/11/2026
Community Conversation: Purpose Over Profit - Reimagining Success
What if chasing profit is actually killing your team's potential? đŻ Nikki and Jason unpack one of PeopleForward Networkâs most powerful culture codes: Purpose Over Profit. They explore what happens when teams stop measuring success in dollars and start designing work around meaning, strengths, and alignment. From sharing candid team experiences, like skipping 4:30 AM workouts for midday movement guilt-free, to building a results-first, flexibility-driven culture, this episode challenges leaders to rethink how we define and pursue success đ§. Whether you're climbing the ladder, leading others, or reevaluating your own path, this conversation is packed with stories and strategies to help you shift focus from hustle to heart â¤ď¸. It's not just about how much you earn, it's about how deeply your work matters. Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Purpose fuels performance more than profit ever will. Work-life integration drives meaningful work culture. Great leaders connect roles to individual purpose. Team alignment requires clear, shared outcomes. Purpose evolves through lifeâs changing seasons.
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Community Conversation: Hell Yes Energy: Making bold choices that align with your purpose
02/25/2026
Community Conversation: Hell Yes Energy: Making bold choices that align with your purpose
Ever been stuck in a âmehâ moment, unsure if itâs a yes or a no? đŹ Nikki and Jason dive into a fun, fired-up convo about making bold, aligned decisions, personally and professionally. From saying no without guilt to spotting red flags in client partnerships and making hiring choices that truly light up your team, they cover it all. Nikki also shares powerful takeaways from Mel Robbinsâ âLet Themâ philosophy and the Why.OS framework that keeps the PFN team living and leading with radical intentionality. Tune in if youâre ready to lead, live, and love like every decision is a full-body âHell Yes!â Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Know your why to guide clear decisions. Energy alignment outweighs obligation every time. Misaligned clients drain culture and results. Right person, right seat is essential. Intentionality drives meaningful culture and impact.
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Mo-ments of Experience: Limitless Human Connection with Cory Jenks
02/24/2026
Mo-ments of Experience: Limitless Human Connection with Cory Jenks
In this episode, Geoffrey Smith and Cory Jenks discuss the importance of human connection in healthcare, the need for innovation, and the challenges faced by healthcare professionals. Cory shares his unique background as a pharmacist and improv comedian, emphasizing the significance of creating meaningful experiences for patients and caregivers alike. They explore the barriers to change within the healthcare system and the potential for individual engagement to drive transformation. The conversation highlights the importance of authentic presence, breaking down self-imposed limits, and the lessons learned from both positive and negative experiences in healthcare. Additional Resources: Follow Cory on LinkedIn: Take a look Coryâs book, Permission to Care: Building a Healthcare Culture that Thrives in Chaos: Subscribe to Mo-Ments of Experience on YouTube! Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn: Learn more about PeopleForward Network: Key Takeaways: Cory emphasizes the importance of getting patients off medication. Healthcare professionals can create joy in their work environments. Authentic presence is crucial in patient care. Building trust with patients is essential for effective healthcare. Self-imposed limits can hinder innovation in healthcare.
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Work Doesnât Work (Anymore) on Gut + Science: Why Relationships Matter Most with Laurie Cozart
02/19/2026
Work Doesnât Work (Anymore) on Gut + Science: Why Relationships Matter Most with Laurie Cozart
What if the secret to better leadership isnât about doing more, but being more human? In this episode of Work Doesnât Work (Anymore), Dr. Ryan Darby sits down with leadership expert and founder of Brain Squared Leadership Solutions, Laurie Cozart. With over 10,000 individuals and 500 teams coached, Laurie brings deep insights on how leaders can thrive in todayâs complex and rapidly changing workplace. Together, they unpack why hero leadership is outdated, why clarity is the most underrated leadership skill, and how vulnerability and relationship-building are actually strategic advantages. Laurie shares stories from her own journey and introduces practical, neuroscience-backed tools for fostering resilient leadership, trust-filled teams, and simplified work cultures that don't burn people out. If youâre tired of the noise and looking to build magic teams that feel good and perform better, this conversation is your playbook. Additional Resources: Learn more about for continued leadership insights Learn more about Key Takeaways: Hero leadership quietly exhausts everyone Clarity is kindness and performance fuel Relationships make hard tasks feel easy Vulnerability builds trust, not weakness Emotional safety drives resilience and engagement
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Live from CultureCon 2025: Hiring for Heart, Not Just Skill with Eliza Jackson
02/18/2026
Live from CultureCon 2025: Hiring for Heart, Not Just Skill with Eliza Jackson
What if your company values werenât just words on a wall, but a lived, breathing part of your culture that drives every hire, fire, and daily decision? Live from CultureCon 2025 in Madison, Wisconsin, Nikki sits down with Eliza Jackson of ButcherBox for a conversation that flips traditional HR playbooks on their head. With a colorful background that spans finance, kindergarten classrooms, and hypergrowth startups, Eliza brings a refreshingly real perspective on what it takes to build values-driven organizations that actually walk the talk. From rejecting high-performing candidates who donât align with company values to ensuring every employee has access to a personal coach, Eliza breaks down ButcherBoxâs radical approach to âbaking inâ culture at every level. Youâll hear how they future-proof their workforce through mindset over skillset, maintain startup agility at scale, and foster a culture of relentless improvement, all while staying human at the core. Additional Resources: Learn more about Learn more about Learn more about Key Takeaways: Values must be embedded across all touchpoints. Coaching unlocks personal and organizational growth. Hire for mindset, not just experience. Startup culture can scale if you're intentional. Inner work fuels external culture strength.
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Community Conversation: Augment Not Replace: Building People First Teams with AI
02/11/2026
Community Conversation: Augment Not Replace: Building People First Teams with AI
What if your AI tools were more like teammates than tech? AI isnât coming for your job, itâs coming to take the busywork off your plate. Jason and Nikki crack open how the PeopleForward Network team is weaving AI into their daily workflows without ditching what makes them... them. From using ChatGPT for parenting convos to building sales proposals, onboarding guides, and culture content, theyâre showing how AI can augment your team, not replace it. Expect lightbulb moments and a roadmap for using AI to go further faster while keeping your values and people at the center đĄ Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: AI is a co-pilot. Use it to enhance, not replace, human work. Start small. Experiment with everyday tasks before scaling. Input matters. Better prompts lead to better, more authentic outputs. Culture comes first. Align AI use with your companyâs values. Free up time. Let AI handle the mundane so people can focus on meaningful work.
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Celebrating The Unleashing Leaders Podcast: Seeing through the Hidden Blindspots of Leadership with Cyrus Aram
02/10/2026
Celebrating The Unleashing Leaders Podcast: Seeing through the Hidden Blindspots of Leadership with Cyrus Aram
What if your biggest leadership blind spots were hiding in plain sight? To celebrate 50 episodes of The Unleashing **Leaders Podcast, we're bringing this powerful conversation to Fringe. Host Lee Scott sits down with long-time friend and leadership powerhouse Cyrus Aram, TED speaker, UC Davis professor, and CEO of Unleashing Leaders. Together, they peel back the layers on the hidden blind spots that derail even the most experienced leaders. From culture clashes and conflict to misaligned customer experiences, Cyrus shares hard-earned insights and real-life stories that drive home the importance of empathy, frameworks, and thinking outside-in. With his signature candor and heart, Cyrus offers practical tools for navigating ambiguity, leading across industries, and helping people truly feel seen. This episode is part strategy, part soul, and all about unleashing whatâs already within you. Additional Resources: Attend Unleashing Leaders University: Learn more about Unleashing Leaders: Follow Unleashing Leaders on LinkedIn: Connect with Lee on LinkedIn: Follow Unleashing Leaders on Facebook: Follow Unleashing Leaders on Instagram: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Culture trumps everything in leadership success or failure Frameworks help leaders navigate complex, recurring challenges Conflict reveals deeper issues, not just surface disagreements Strategic thinking starts with listening to language patterns Outside-in perspective transforms customer experience design
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Introducing Work Doesnât Work (Anymore): A New Series on Gut + Science
02/04/2026
Introducing Work Doesnât Work (Anymore): A New Series on Gut + Science
What if the real reason workplace engagement hasnât budged in 30 years is because weâve made leadership too complicated? In this kickoff to a powerful new content partnership, Nikki introduces Dr. Ryan Darby, organizational psychologist, leadership simplifier, and founder of WorkStrong. Ryanâs not here for hype. Heâs here for habits. Drawing from his deep experience with 34Strong and years of leading large-scale engagement work, Ryan shares why most leadership development fails, and how a simpler, more actionable approach can finally move the needle. Youâll hear the backstory of Work Strongâs creation, rooted in real gaps spotted inside thriving companies. Youâll also get a sneak peek into the upcoming âWork Doesnât Work (Anymore)â series and why Ryan believes the future of leadership lies in emotional regulation, discipline, and better listening, not more content. This oneâs a rally cry for people-first leaders ready to stop admiring the problem and start doing what actually works. Additional Resources: Watch Learn more about Key Takeaways: Leadership is a skill, not a knowledge dump. Engagement won't shift without habit-driven systems. Listening is thinking. Learn how your brain hears. Simplify leadership: action over theory. Good leadership demands emotional regulation and resilience.
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Community Conversation: Impact Over Hours: Shifting the Focus from Time Spent to Results
01/28/2026
Community Conversation: Impact Over Hours: Shifting the Focus from Time Spent to Results
What if your team could get more done in less time? âł In this Community Conversation, Nikki and Jason flip the traditional âhours workedâ mindset on its head, championing the power of results over clock-watching. They share why itâs time to ditch the outdated 9â5 mentality, how to unlearn habits that hold us back, and why role clarity + goals + KPIs are the secret trio for driving real impact. đ From experimenting with a four-day work week to harnessing AI for smarter workflows, this episode is packed with practical strategies, fresh perspectives, and a few personal stories thatâll make you rethink your relationship with time. Whether youâre a leader or a team member, youâll walk away ready to work sharper, not harder, and maybe even earn yourself that extra day off. Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Measure success by results, not hours worked. Use role clarity, goals, and KPIs to guide focus. Unlearn outdated time-based work habits. Leverage AI to boost efficiency and flexibility. Cut low-value tasks to create space for impact.
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Live from CultureCon 2025: Who Are You? Not What Youâve Done with Natasha Nuytten
01/21/2026
Live from CultureCon 2025: Who Are You? Not What Youâve Done with Natasha Nuytten
Why are we still using resumes like it's 1995?! đ Live from CultureCon 2025, Nikki Lewallen Gregory is joined by Natasha Nuytten, CEO of CLARA, for a rapid-fire convo on shaking up everything we thought we knew about HR. From blowing up the resume to embracing AI in ethical and human-first ways, Natasha dishes on how leaders can stop playing it safe and start rethinking talent. They explore the magic of unlearning, why potential matters more than pedigree, and how to build hiring processes that actually reflect the world we live in today. If you're tired of rinse-and-repeat recruiting and ready to reimagine the future of work, this episode is your permission slip to challenge the status quo and lead with heart and strategy. Additional Resources: Learn more about Listen to Listen to Learn more about Key Takeaways: Unlearning outdated HR practices creates room for innovation. Skills-based hiring outperforms resume-based filtering. Culture fit should evolve into culture value-add. AI must be ethical, transparent, and human-first. Potential matters more than traditional career paths.
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Community Conversation: Unlocking Strategic Success Through Monthly Sprints and OKRs
01/14/2026
Community Conversation: Unlocking Strategic Success Through Monthly Sprints and OKRs
What if the secret to staying focused, aligned, and genuinely excited about your goals wasnât a 20-page annual plan, but a simple monthly sprint? Nikki and Jason pull back the curtain on how PeopleForward Network uses OKRs and monthly sprint goals to spark team momentum. đ They demystify what OKRs really are, how sprint goals drive alignment and energy, and why failing fast can actually fuel success. Packed with real-life examples and people-first leadership insights, this episode delivers practical tips and a dose of workplace magic. đĄ Whether you're leading a team or just trying to keep the main thing the main thing, this episode is your playbook for unlocking strategic progress, one sprint at a time. đââď¸ Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: OKRs bring focus and clarity to what really matters. Monthly sprints keep goals agile and actionable. Team alignment grows with regular goal check-ins. A safe, feedback-rich culture powers real progress. Agility isn't optional, it's a must for modern teams.
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Breaking the Financial Ceiling: What is your financial blueprint? with Roya Mattis
01/07/2026
Breaking the Financial Ceiling: What is your financial blueprint? with Roya Mattis
What if your biggest money block was invisible⌠and inherited? Welcome to a groundbreaking kickoff of a new Addicted to Betterment series with Nikki and David, and the incomparable financial coach, Roya Mattis. Together, they dive deep into the subconscious programming most of us never question: the invisible money stories we inherited long before we even earned our first dollar. đ§ From cheese-and-cracker ceilings to yacht-level abundance, Roya masterfully unpacks how our earliest money memories silently set our financial thermostats, and how we unconsciously sabotage success when we out-earn our internal âdeserve level.â This isnât your average money mindset talk. Itâs about soul elevation, healing scarcity at the root, and stepping fully into your purpose-driven power with money as a tool, not a trap. đ¸ đ˛ If any of this resonated with you and you are curious about programs offers or possibilities, click this link: Additional Resources: Learn more on Key Takeaways: Financial ceilings are often subconscious, not circumstantial. Early money memories shape lifelong beliefs and behaviors. Deserve level determines financial highs and lows. Money is a tool for love and expansion. Rewrite inherited money beliefs to change your future.
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Leading for Wellness: Bonus Episode: Get to Know Patricia & Katina
12/17/2025
Leading for Wellness: Bonus Episode: Get to Know Patricia & Katina
Ever wonder what your action figure accessories would be? Or whether youâd rather be launched to Mars or dive into the depths of the ocean? đ đ In this offbeat bonus episode of Leading for Wellness, Dr. Patricia Grabarek and Dr. Katina Sawyer ditch the serious talk and take each other on a wild ride through quirky, laugh-out-loud hypotheticals, all sparked by a friendly showdown between Google and ChatGPT. From irrational fears to fashion regrets and hilarious text messages from fans, this candid convo is full of surprising insights, contagious laughter, and the kind of weird questions that make you pause... and maybe howl laughing. Come for the fun, stay for the perspective shift. Additional Resources: Grab your copy of Listen to the Key Takeaways: Humor enhances connection and authenticity in leadership. Irrational fears can spark thoughtful self-awareness. Fashion trends reveal hidden parts of personality. Offbeat questions encourage meaningful reflection. Joyful moments create memorable team bonding.
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In the Loop on Gut + Science: How to Give and Get the Best Feedback with Katherine Coble
12/10/2025
In the Loop on Gut + Science: How to Give and Get the Best Feedback with Katherine Coble
Employees crave feedback, and 96% say they want it! But letâs be honest⌠giving and receiving feedback can be awkward. đŹ In this episode of âIn the Loopâ, Katherine Coble is tackling the art of feedback: how to do it well, when to give it, and why it matters. Inspired by Radical Candor by Kim Scott, Katherine explores how to balance caring personally while challenging directly (without being too harsh⌠or too nice). Plus, weâre sharing the "Four Fâs of Feedback,â a simple formula to make your feedback clear, actionable, and actually helpful. đŻ Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Right amount of feedback drives highest employee engagement. Give feedback as close to the event as possible. Leaders model openness by regularly asking for feedback themselves. Balance caring personally with challenging directly, like Radical Candor. Use Four Fâs: frame, future, feelings, follow-up.
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Gut + Science: Culture Change That Sticks: Stories from the Field with BJ McKay
12/03/2025
Gut + Science: Culture Change That Sticks: Stories from the Field with BJ McKay
Ever felt like your culture change efforts are just⌠throwing spaghetti at the wall đ? In this episode, Nikki sits down with BJ McKay from ADVISA to swap real, in-the-trenches stories of transformation. Together they break down the ATLAS framework, reveal why discomfort is the secret ingredient to lasting change, and share how to keep leaders energized instead of burned out. From ditching the busywork to mastering the art of measurable impact, BJâs insights will have you rethinking how you approach culture so it actually sticks. This is your backstage pass to what works (and what doesnât) when youâre leading people-first change that lasts. đŻ Additional Resources: Learn more about Listen to Watch Learn more about Key Takeaways: Real transformation is uncomfortable but necessary. Systems must show measurable impact, not just look good. Focus on fewer priorities to reduce burnout and increase impact. Leadership growth at work benefits life outside of work.
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Gut + Science: HR Professionals Crave a System for Culture Change with Heather Haas
11/26/2025
Gut + Science: HR Professionals Crave a System for Culture Change with Heather Haas
Ready to break free from program fatigue and culture initiatives that fizzle out fast? Nikki sits down with Heather Haas, CEO of Advisa, as she shares why so many culture efforts flop and how HR professionals can finally make the shift from being stuck in a silo to leading true transformation. They dive into the game-changing A.T.L.A.S. framework. Think executive activation, trust, leadership development, people data, and killer systems all designed to drive results and get your team rowing in the same direction. If youâre an HR leader whoâs done with the fluff and ready for a proven system that sticks, this convo is your new playbook đĄ Additional Resources: Learn more about Listen to Watch Learn more about Key Takeaways: HR needs executive buy-in, culture change isnât a solo act. Define behaviors, not buzzwords. Use data to shift from tactical to strategic. Develop leaders aligned to culture goals. Systems must support, not sabotage, change.
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Leading for Wellness: Challenges & Backlash
11/19/2025
Leading for Wellness: Challenges & Backlash
What if the hardest part of leading well... was everything around you trying to stop you? Dr. Patricia Grabarek and Dr. Katina Sawyer pull back the curtain on what it really takes to lead with empathy and integrity when the system around you isnât built to support it. From personal stories of burnout and toxic workplaces to actionable strategies for building micro-cultures and protecting your teamâs well-being, this episode doesnât shy away from the messy, exhausting, and deeply human side of people-first leadership. 𤲠Learn how to stay grounded when youâre surrounded by resistance, and why the right kind of hard is the one that puts people first. Additional Resources: Grab your copy of Listen to the Key Takeaways: Create micro-cultures even in toxic environments. Recovery requires more than just relaxation. Find and build with culture allies. Time investment in people yields long-term gains. Leadership is hard. Choose challenges that uplift.
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Boundary Breakers Podcast: Why People Quit Their Jobs with Mark Mears
11/18/2025
Boundary Breakers Podcast: Why People Quit Their Jobs with Mark Mears
What if the key to business success wasnât just hitting KPIs, but creating a legacy where people feel seen, heard, and inspired to grow? This episode of âBoundary Breakersâ is a masterclass in leading with purpose from Mark Mears, former exec at McDonald's, PepsiCo, and The Cheesecake Factory, and now the visionary behind LEAF Growth Ventures. đą From boardroom victories to an unexpected turning point that sparked a whole new mission, Mark shares how a single fig tree inspired a movement built on Leadership, Engagement, Accountability, and Fulfillment. Mark dives into why the word "employee" is outdated, how culture should evolve into community, and what it really takes to foster belonging in todayâs workplace. He unpacks the true cost of disengagement, how to overcome the fear of change, and why leaders must shift from managing for profit to leading with heart. â¤ď¸ If you're tired of surface-level engagement and ready to build something meaningful, for your team and yourself, this episode will challenge and inspire you to step into legacy-building leadership. Additional Resources: Get Markâs Book - Learn more about Key Takeaways: Purposeful growth drives sustainable leadership impact. Fulfillment is a more powerful goal than success. Communities create belonging, not just culture. Engagement requires heart, head, hands, and habits. Leaders must evolve from bosses to legacy builders.
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The CultureConÂŽÂ Podcast: Making Work Suck Less: The Birth of CultureConÂŽď¸
11/12/2025
The CultureConÂŽÂ Podcast: Making Work Suck Less: The Birth of CultureConÂŽď¸
Nick and Zach kick off their podcast series with the wild and wonderful origin story of CultureConÂŽď¸: from blizzard-filled roundtables and zero event planning experience, to surprise Vegas marquees and full-on imposter syndrome. Along the way, they share the heart behind why CultureCon exists: to make work suck less and to build authentic connections that go far beyond job titles. Youâll laugh, youâll learn, and youâll get a sneak peek at the incredible stories and topics coming your way. Think AI, DEI, and social entrepreneurship. This is the start of something big, and a whole lot of fun. Additional Resources: Listen to Learn more about Learn more about Key Takeaways: CultureConÂŽď¸ began with roundtable discussions focused on real workplace challenges. Intimate, cross-industry connections fueled the eventâs success. Culture isn't just HRâs job. Itâs everyoneâs. The podcast extends CultureConÂŽď¸âs mission year-round. Upcoming topics include AI, DEI, employer brand, and social impact.
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Winning the Talent Acquisition War Against AI Fraud with Gerald Gordon & Steve Browne
11/11/2025
Winning the Talent Acquisition War Against AI Fraud with Gerald Gordon & Steve Browne
What if your next âperfectâ hire is just a well-programmed bot? AI fraud is here, and it's quietly hijacking your hiring pipeline. đ¤ Gerald Gordon sits down with Steve Browne, Chief People Officer at LaRosa's Inc., to tackle a hiring crisis no oneâs prepared for: AI-generated candidates and digital twins fooling their way into your organization. From ghost applicants to automated resume farms, Gerald and Steve dig into how HR and TA leaders can fight back, with human connection at the core. Youâll hear why Steve believes traditional interviews are broken, how LaRosaâs built a culture that retains top talent for decades, and why asking better questions, not checking more boxes, is the future of hiring. If you're hiring, leading, or just tired of robotic recruitment, this oneâs for you. Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: AI fraud is reshaping talent acquisition urgency and strategy. Authentic conversations outperform traditional, scripted interviews. Nuance matters because machines miss human complexity. Culture fit starts with how you interview. Human-centered vetting strengthens retention and trust.
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Conscious Habit: Bridging Generational Gaps with Lindsay Boccardo
11/05/2025
Conscious Habit: Bridging Generational Gaps with Lindsay Boccardo
What if the biggest workplace challenge isnât strategy, skills, or systems, but simply understanding each other? đ Amy sits down with Lindsay Boccardo, speaker, coach, and generational expert who makes the complex topic of age gaps feel surprisingly fun. Together they explore why we label each other, how parenting trends shape the leaders we become, and why âkids these daysâŚâ has been said for centuries. Lindsay challenges us to swap judgment for curiosity, reminding us that progress doesnât come from repeating past struggles, but from breaking cycles and building bridges. Whether youâre a leader trying to connect with Gen Z, a millennial caught between two worlds, or a boomer navigating change, this conversation will leave you thinking differently about generations⌠and about yourself. đĄ Additional Resources: Key Takeaways: Key Takeaways: Generational labels are broad strokes, not personal definitions. Biases like âkids donât want to workâ repeat across history. Parenting trends shape workplace expectations. Progress means breaking cycles of trauma, not repeating them. Curiosity bridges gaps better than judgment.
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Mo-Ments of Experience: 5 Leadership Behaviors that Drive Workplace Culture With Paula Allen
10/29/2025
Mo-Ments of Experience: 5 Leadership Behaviors that Drive Workplace Culture With Paula Allen
What if the secret to a thriving workplace culture came down to just five simple leadership behaviors? Geoffrey sits down with the brilliant Paula Allen, global mental health researcher and champion for workplace wellbeing. Together, they geek out over the five leadership behaviors that shape thriving, resilient teams. From psychological safety to the magic of gratitude, this episode is packed with actionable insights that are just as relevant today as when it first aired. Whether you're leading a team or hoping to inspire change in your workplace, this oneâs a must-listen. Letâs explore the science of being more human, because culture starts with how we lead đ Additional Resources: Connect with Paula on LinkedIn: Learn more about Telus Health: Key Takeaways: Leader behaviors, not titles, define workplace culture. Kind, collaborative leadership builds team trust and safety. Inclusivity fuels creativity and engagement. Purpose-driven leaders inspire extra effort. Clear, decisive leadership reduces anxiety.
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Lead the People: Sales as Business Therapy with Jim Speredelozzi
10/22/2025
Lead the People: Sales as Business Therapy with Jim Speredelozzi
Think all great salespeople are born talkers with years of experience? Think again. Matt Poepsel chats with Jim Speredelozzi, who flips the traditional sales script on its head. Jim shares how he went from 90-day quitters to building a thriving 150-person sales team, all by focusing on mindset, process, and hiring based on who people are, not just what they've done. Youâll hear how he uses science to build strong sales teams, why being a "business therapist" might be your ultimate sales superpower, and what every new sales manager needs to know before stepping into leadership. Whether you're scaling a team or rethinking how you coach your people, Jimâs practical, people-first wisdom is guaranteed to leave a mark. From Our Sponsor: The Predictive Index (PI) is an award-winning talent optimization platform that aligns business strategy with people strategy for optimal business results. More than 60 years of proven science, software, and a curriculum of insightful management workshops make PI the solution for any company looking to design great teams and culture, make objective hiring decisions, foster engagement, and inspire greatness in their people anywhere in the world. More than 10,000 clients and 480+ partners use PIâincluding Nissan, Citizens Bank, Subway, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Omni Hotelsâacross 90+ countries. Learn more at . Additional Resources: Key Takeaways: Sales is a teachable skill, not innate talent. Hire for behavior and mindset, not experience. Mindset determines long-term sales success. Great sellers often become great leaders. One-on-ones are sacred for employee development.
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Leading for Wellness: One Size Doesnât Fit All
10/15/2025
Leading for Wellness: One Size Doesnât Fit All
Think one wellness strategy works for everyone? Think again. Dr. Patricia Grabarek and Dr. Katina Sawyer unpack why âone size doesnât fit allâ when it comes to supporting your people. From co-creating personalized plans to avoiding quick-fix blanket solutions, they share how leaders can better meet employees where they are, without judgment or assumptions. Through real stories and research-backed insights, Patricia and Katina show that when leaders invest in truly understanding their people, they unlock loyalty, performance, and lasting wellbeing đą. Additional Resources: Grab your copy of Listen to the Listen to the Key Takeaways: Wellness is unique and shifts over time. Person-centered planning builds trust and commitment. Co-creating solutions strengthens leader-employee relationships. Leaders must avoid assumptions and judgments. Employee goals should guide support and development.
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Building Community Around Your Podcast with Nikki Lewallen Gregory and Eric Bransteter
10/08/2025
Building Community Around Your Podcast with Nikki Lewallen Gregory and Eric Bransteter
đď¸ What if your podcast did more than talk⌠what if it built a movement? Nikki and Eric spill the tea on how podcasting can be way more than a mic and a message. It can be the heartbeat of a thriving community. đ They dive into how turning listeners into collaborators flips the script from one-way content to two-way connection. From building online spaces where fans become friends, to leveraging strategic partners who fuel momentum, this episode explores how B2B brands can transform podcasting into a powerful growth engine. If you're dreaming of deeper engagement, natural referrals, and next-level impact, this one's your blueprint. Additional Resources: Key Takeaways: Community fosters two-way engagement beyond podcast audio. Strategic partners expand reach and operational capacity. Podcast communities can drive significant new revenue. Audience relationships deepen with ongoing interaction. You can't build thriving community alone, collaboration is key.
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Our Secret Sauce for Strategic Podcasting with Nikki Lewallen Gregory and Eric Bransteter
10/01/2025
Our Secret Sauce for Strategic Podcasting with Nikki Lewallen Gregory and Eric Bransteter
What if your podcast could be more than just content, and actually become your best sales and marketing engine? In this live episode from CultureConÂŽ 2025, Nikki and Eric share their secret playbook for turning podcasts into powerful business growth tools. From claiming your niche and attracting the right guests, to creating inbound momentum and unlocking sponsorship opportunities, they reveal how podcasting, done with intention, can drive brand awareness, new relationships, and even revenue. Whether youâre podcast-curious or looking to maximize your current show, this conversation proves that podcasting isnât just about downloads⌠itâs about results. đ Additional Resources: Key Takeaways: Define your niche first. Clarity on your ICP drives podcast success. Podcasting fuels business development. Guests become authentic connections. Lead with value. Invitations beat cold outreach every time. Make CTAs meaningful. High-value offers spark inbound engagement. Monetize strategically. Sponsorships can turn podcasts into revenue streams.
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Lead the People: High-Tech Tools for High-Powered Leadership with Adam Berke
09/24/2025
Lead the People: High-Tech Tools for High-Powered Leadership with Adam Berke
What happens when a startup founder discovers that leading people is a completely different job than building products? đ Matt sits down with Adam Burke, former Chief Strategy Officer at The Predictive Index and former co-founder of Charma, to unpack the messy, exciting journey of scaling from a handful of teammates to hundreds. From the awkward leap into managing managers to designing tools that make leadership easier, Adam shares how intentionality, structure, and even a little science can transform how we lead. Whether youâre growing a team or just stepping into leadership for the first time, this conversation will leave you with fresh ideas for making management less chaotic and more human đĄ. From Our Sponsor: The Predictive Index (PI) is an award-winning talent optimization platform that aligns business strategy with people strategy for optimal business results. More than 60 years of proven science, software, and a curriculum of insightful management workshops make PI the solution for any company looking to design great teams and culture, make objective hiring decisions, foster engagement, and inspire greatness in their people anywhere in the world. More than 10,000 clients and 480+ partners use PIâincluding Nissan, Citizens Bank, Subway, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Omni Hotelsâacross 90+ countries. Learn more at . Additional Resources: Key Takeaways: Scaling requires new leadership skills beyond individual contribution. Managing is a discipline, not a side task. Daily tools help make best practices stick. Remote and hybrid work demand intentional connection. Behavioral science personalizes leadership impact.
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Haverchat Podcast: Episode 4 - Tanya Betts
09/23/2025
Haverchat Podcast: Episode 4 - Tanya Betts
What happens when a farm girl from small-town Iowa becomes the CFO of a fast-growing real estate company? Thatâs the journey of Tanya Betts, and in this episode of the Haverchat Podcast, she opens up about the twists, turns, and lessons learned along the way. From nearly 25 years at American Athletic to making the leap to Haverkamp, Tanya shares what it really feels like to start over after decades in one place, why mentorship shaped her leadership style, and how sheâs learned that true leadership is about lifting others up. This episode is a reminder that career growth, like life, is less about speed and more about staying true to what matters most. Additional Resources: Listen to ! Key Takeaways: Leadership is about helping others grow. Career changes can be challenging but rewarding. Mentors leave lasting professional and personal impact. Culture depends on both people and processes. Stewardship and integrity guide lasting success.
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Leading for Wellness: Work Should Support Life
09/17/2025
Leading for Wellness: Work Should Support Life
What if your job respected your life as much as you respect your job? Dr. Patricia Grabarek and Dr. Katina Sawyer dive into a radical (but necessary) idea: work should support your life⌠not consume it. đĄ They unpack what it means to be a "boundary bouncerâ:leaders who fiercely protect their teamâs time, values, and wellbeing like VIPs behind a velvet rope. From dodging late meetings that creep into T-ball practice to honoring dog walks even when your boss is terrified of dogs, Patricia and Katina keep it real while serving up actionable insights. Tune in to learn why respecting boundaries isn't just good for wellness, itâs rocket fuel for performance. đ Additional Resources: Grab your copy of Listen to the Key Takeaways: Great leaders act as âboundary bouncers,â protecting personal time. Respecting boundaries means enforcing them, not just acknowledging them. Trust grows when leaders value life outside of work. People balance work and life differently. Know their style. Documenting boundaries builds clarity and respect.
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