Discover the keys to unlocking your leadership potential with the Love In Action Podcast. Join host and global leadership expert Marcel Schwantes and the world's top business thought leaders, authors, executives, and luminary movers & shakers who share insights, research, and best practices to help you and your business/organization flourish. Whether you’re looking to cultivate better leadership habits, develop a high-performing culture, or grow your business through a more human-centered ap ...
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Fringe by PeopleForward Network is a collection of content to educate and inspire you on your leadership journey. Leadership and team development, talent acquisition, DEIB, well-being, the future of work and beyond - Fringe has content to support you on your development journey.
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On this re-released episode of Lead the People podcast, Marcel Schwantes, founder of Leadership from the Core, shares how his experience in a toxic workplace led him to embrace servant leadership. Now a renowned coach and speaker, Marcel discusses how prioritizing people-first principles transforms both leadership and organizational success. He sha…
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Rethinking Success Through Culture with Jeff Lindemann
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🎙It’s another episode live from CultureCon! Jasmine Bellamy and Jeff Lindemann are here to spill the secrets of building a culture that actually fuels business success! Jeff shares his journey of shaping a people-first culture where belonging, engagement, and purpose aren’t just buzzwords—they’re the game plan. Tune in to learn why Jeff says, “Cult…
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Nathalie Gerschtein: Playing in the ‘Growth Zone’ and Unleashing Human Magic
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Episode Recap: Marcel speaks with Nathalie Gerschtein, President of L’Oréal’s Consumer Products Division in North America. Nathalie discussed her journey as a leader and her experiences moving up the ranks. They also explored topics such as psychological safety, unleashing human magic, and the concept of love as a leadership strategy, with Nathalie…
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🎙Live from CultureCon! Nikki chats with the inspiring Faatima Khan about creating workplaces where people can be their true selves. Faatima shares stories from her career, emphasizes the importance of "brave spaces," and offers actionable ways leaders can build trust and celebrate individual strengths. Tune in for fresh insights on trust, empathy, …
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Julie Winkle Giulioni: Career Conversations Organizations Need and Employees Want
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Episode Recap: Career development is broken, and our expectations have not kept pace with the reality of today’s workplace, according to today’s guest, Julie Winkle Giulioni. Julie co-authored the classic bestseller Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go, which has been re-released in an expanded version. Julie argues that career development is the single…
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Live from CultureCon: The Power of Employee-Driven Culture
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Live from CultureCon, Jasmine Bellamy chats with Amy Bayer, the HR pro who believes "Everyone Owns Culture." With over 20 years in HR, Amy shares how Duck Creek Technologies thrived when employees took the lead in shaping culture—from creating a women's Resource Group to launching a Culture Ambassador Program. Learn how these initiatives boosted co…
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Mitch Warner: An Updated Exploration of the Classic Book, "Leadership and Self-Deception"
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Episode Recap: Marcel and guest Mitch Warner discuss the impact of Arbinger Institute’s work, particularly the book "Leadership and Self-Deception," on organizational transformation and the importance of self-awareness and humility in leadership. They also explored the concept of self-deception and its impact on decision-making and relationships, e…
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Live from CultureCon: Advocating for Every Voice
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Live from CultureCon in Madison, Wisconsin, Nikki sits down with Joey Williams, Culture Specialist at Healthpeak Properties, aka “HR Fun Uncle,” to discuss his unique career journey and approach to building a culture where every voice is heard. From handwritten birthday notes to creating channels for open feedback, Joey reveals how he fosters inclu…
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Urs Koenig - Unlock Leadership’s Secret Weapon: Radical Humility
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Quotes: “This Venn diagram has been the story of my life. How do I achieve really cool, hard stuff and at the same time be the best human I can be?” [11:16] Urs Koenig has a diverse background in endurance sports and intense careers. Whether ultra biking or working as a NATO military peacekeeper, the most impactful part of his life was finding bala…
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Master the Art and Science of 1:1 Meetings with Dr. Steven G. Rogelberg
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On this re-released episode from the Lead the People podcast Dr. Steven G. Rogelberg, an expert on organizational psychology and meetings, shares his insights on the power of 1:1 meetings. As the author of The Surprising Science of Meetings and Glad We Met, Dr. Rogelberg reveals how these interactions can boost performance, foster engagement, and i…
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Live from CultureCon: How Employee Engagement Drives Success
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In this episode recorded live from CultureCon in Madison, WI, Nikki sits down with Gianna Driver, Chief People Officer at Lattice, to uncover the real magic behind thriving workplaces. Spoiler: It’s not just about retention or productivity—it’s about creating deep, human connections. Gianna takes us on a journey through her 20+ years in HR, sharing…
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john a. powell - Belonging Without Othering: How We Save Ourselves and the World
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Quotes: “Othering is not according to someone else for expression, for dignity, for mutuality of their humanness. In some ways you’re saying they can be less than, conditional, or completely invisible and some way they don’t count.” [14:44] What is othering? john powell defines this important term and explains these expressions on a vast spectrum, …
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Live from CultureCon 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin, Nikki Lewallen Gregory, founder of PeopleForward Network, kicks off a new series that brings together the collective power of meaningful work and people-first leadership. This episode features the dynamic co-founders of CultureCon, Nick Lombardino and Zach Blumenfeld, as they share the origin story o…
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Giving Work a Much Needed Kick in the Pants with Erin Hatzikostas
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What does it mean to be authentic at work, and why does it matter? It turns out, authenticity has a massive impact. It reduces turnover, builds trust, and inspires loyalty. Companies with authentic cultures see employees over 2x more likely to stay, 4x more likely to report high trust, and 6x more likely to follow authentic leaders. In this re-rele…
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The Hidden Power of Being Naive with Joshua Berry
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In this re-released episode, Joshua Berry, author, speaker, and director of Econic, shares his insights on driving change in Fortune 500 companies and startups. With a track record of success at organizations like US Bank, John Deere, and Blue Cross Blue Shield, Joshua reveals his top strategies for effective leadership and innovation. Top 3 Takeaw…
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Charn McAllister, Katie Alexander, Parker Ellen: Understanding ‘Workplace Deviance’ and How to Stop It
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Quotes: “This research is not to vindicate the bad apples; it is in fact to tell leaders you have to look inward and decide…is it me or my employees?” [14:25] As Marcel and his guests dive into the research, Charn explains the introspection required by good leaders to understand if their leadership might be causing workplace deviance and the necess…
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Dr. Jonathan Fisher: A Cardiologist’s Guide to Cultivating Lasting Joy, Mastering Our Stress, and Living with More Vitality
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Quotes: “The mind-heart connection is essential; we can’t expect that we’re just going to exercise, eat right, and be healthy, and run a multimillion dollar business and not avoid having a heart attack from all the stress we’re ignoring.” [11:45] Guest, Dr. Jonathan Fisher, describes the core message behind Just One Heart. Caring for the mind-heart…
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At the Intersection of Leadership and Life with David Lahey
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In this re-release episode of Lead the People, host Matt Poepsel interviews David Lahey. David holds an MBA from the Smith School of Business at Queen's University and has completed graduate studies at Harvard University, along with additional coursework in Adult Education at the University of Toronto. With over 25 years of expertise, David has foc…
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Eddie Pate and Jonathan Stutz: How to Build a Culture of Belonging with Small Daily Actions
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“If you focus on just hiring a diversity of folks and you don’t focus on creating a culture of belonging, with inclusive leadership, people are going to come right in the front door and go right out the back door.” [20:03] That's what Jonathan Stutz calls a ‘leaky bucket’ when it comes to flipping the DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) to ID&E, put…
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Dr. Peter Kim: How Relationships Are Built, Broken, and Repaired
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“The stories we tell are as, if not more, important than what happened” [8:29] As Peter Kim, introduces his research on trust, he discusses how the narratives we portray and the reasons behind actions are the key pieces behind trust. This couldn't be a more critical point when society is so divided. “If I’m to take the stance, 'no, my initial trust…
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How Gen Z is Showing Up at Work with Brian Phillips
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On the this re-release from the Lead the People podcast we welcome guest, Brian Phillips. Brian is an Oklahoma native who moved to California with the goal of building leaders and cultivating change around the world after graduating from the University of Oklahoma. With a mix of enterprise recruiting experience at HP and Google with a foundation in…
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Dr. Rollin McCraty: The Science of the Heart (And What It Means for Leaders)
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Quotes: “The heart has a causal role in modulating perception…how we think, how we feel.” [24:56] After Dr. Rollin McCraty walks us through his background and what brought him to HeartMath, we dive into the science of the heart. We all know the popular phrase I love you with all of my heart… It’s not I love you with all of my brain. In fact, there …
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This episode of Fringe, features the Lead the People podcast with host Matt Poepsel. Guest Keisha A Rivers harnessed the lessons learned while leading during a harrowing Hurricane Katrina experience to become an award-winning international speaker, change agent and learning leader. As Chief Change Officer and President of The KARS Group LTD, she fo…
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How to be more of who you already are with Aaron Abell
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Navigating the maze of self-discovery and authentic leadership, Aaron Abell, head of America's HR at Southco, dives deep into his transformative journey. On this re-released episode of "Being [at Work] with host Andrea Butcher," Aaron unfurls the tale of his personal and professional metamorphosis—how he listened to his internal nudges leading to p…
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Dr. James Doty: The Neuroscience of Manifestation
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“You’re the only person that can accept yourself, forgive yourself, and understand that we are all frail, fragile human beings and nonetheless, we all deserve to be loved.” [18:58] Jim Doty, author of “Mind Magic” starts the episode with the story of how he was helped to overcome his childhood trauma by the woman from the magic shop. He explains ho…
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In the Loop: The Role of Communication in Leadership with Katherine Coble
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Katherine Coble believes most leaders’ most significant factor between success and failure is communication. In this re-released episode, Katherine launched her monthly In the Loop series on the Gut+Science podcast, which offers a glimpse into the crucial role of communication in leadership. She delves into the impact of workplace engagement and th…
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In this special Fringe episode showcasing the Show Up as a Leader posdcast, host Rosie Ward is joined by friend, fellow podcaster, and Founder and Chief Meaningful Work Officer at the PeopleForward Network, Nikki Lewallen Gregory, for a conversation around courageous leadership. Becoming a better leader and, in turn, the best and most authentic ver…
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From Miserable to Meaningful: Meet Manny Our Brand Mascot
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In this special episode with Host and Executive Producer at PFN, Shawn P. Neal, you’ll meet our incredible PFN Mascot, Meaningful Manny. He has made his life purpose to live and lead meaningful work for all people. In this episode, Manny gets pretty raw, sharing his transformative life journey via the workplace for the very first time. Why listen t…
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Gianpiero Petriglieri & Joe Davis: Leadership Is a Kind of Love / The Generous Leader
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Segment 1 featuring Gianpiero Petriglieri: “We are neither incompetent or not malevolent, we are just caught within a model of leadership which really doesn't describe the sort of leadership we want to see in the world, and that we ourselves would like to see in the world. [9:10] The overwhelmingly used type of leadership is the dominant model. It …
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Embracing the Gift of Anger & Unleashing the Reluctant Leader Within with Sandra Bargman
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Join host Amy Lynn Durham, with Sandra Bargman of Sacred Stages, LLC, and the Salon Host at The Plum at Traver Hollow House for this fascinating re-release episode. Sandra shares her journey from actress to spiritual leader and discusses the importance of knowing thyself in leadership. She emphasizes shifting from hierarchical leadership to a more …
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Thrive: An Invitation to Clarity with Renée Smith
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Renée Smith believes that when leaders embrace love, they can create meaningful and transformative work experiences. In this episode of FRINGE, she takes us on a journey, sharing her expertise on creating more loving and human workplaces through clarity. She discusses the significance of organizational, individual, and team clarity in fostering env…
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Significance: A Coaching Conversation with TyAnn Osborn
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TyAnn Osborn has carved a distinct niche in the realm of personal development, specializing in helping individuals recognize their unique strengths and achieve personal significance. In this episode of Fringe, we highlight The Strengths Whisperer podcast where TyAnn joins host Brandon Miller to delve deep into the significance strength, which is of…
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Samantha Thomas: Choosing Love in Business and in Life
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Samantha is a coach, consultant, writer, and the founder of The Love Summit Business and Leadership Conference. Through coaching and consulting, she helps individuals and businesses lead by an ethic of love for greater congruence in their lives and organizations. You can sign up for Samantha’s newsletter at Just Choose Love where you will get updat…
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Cultivating a Culture of Leadership and Trust with Lee Scott and Sheriff Matt Clifford
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Sheriff Matt Clifford of Idaho's largest law enforcement agency shares profound insights on leadership and community service in this episode of The Unleashing Leaders Podcast. With 23 years dedicated to serving and protecting, Sheriff Clifford champions a culture of empowerment and adaptability within the force, from his beginnings at Boise State U…
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Re-Release: Thriving Minds with Laurie Shakur
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In this episode, being re-released, Laurie Shakur tackles the critical issues surrounding mental health in the workplace. She explores the staggering economic and personal costs of untreated mental health conditions, examines the profound effects of childhood experiences, and discusses actionable strategies to enhance mental health support in profe…
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Brad Deutser: The Five Rules of Belonging
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Quotes: “It’s hard to believe I’m an expert in belonging when so long in my career...I didn’t belong.” [07:55] Guest Brad Deutser shares his diverse background that led to his company, Deutser Consulting Firm, all about human approach to change! “What the research found is that belonging is actually above strategy AND culture.” [21:56] As Brad expl…
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In this episode, Shawn takes us on a thought-provoking journey, challenging us to rethink the traditional concept of leadership development. Rather than focusing solely on training programs, Shawn advocates for leaders to embrace and cultivate meaningful moments in their interactions with employees. These moments of caring and connection are the ke…
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Marcel Schwantes: Leadership Superpower - Patience
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“Patience gets a bad rap, because the doubters and skeptics tend to think that if you slow down, the flow of the business slows down.” [3:13] People too often mistake patient leaders for passive leaders. Marcel shares a real life example of how officers deescalated a dangerous situation with a slowed down, patient approach and how this translates i…
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In this episode of Culture (&), Shawn Gulyas and Sarah Marshall explore the importance of well-being in the workplace and how it relates to organizational culture. From intentionality to a strong foundation of core values, the duo discusses how to create a culture of well-being that champions people and emphasizes leadership support, while advocati…
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Marcel Schwantes: Love and Care in Leadership
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In this mini episode, Marcel shares quick insight on the impact of love and care throughout the leadership levels and how that impacts entire organizations inside and out. What’s next? You can look forward to upcoming content from Marcel's forthcoming book. “Leaders have an enormous responsibility to care for their people, and in those truly human …
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Storytelling for Impact with Susan Lindner
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Susan Lindner is a passionate storyteller who has significantly impacted startups and Fortune 500 companies. Recently, she joined Nikki Lewallen Gregory on the Gut + Science podcast to share her insights on the power of storytelling to drive movements, create connections, and elicit real, meaningful change. Together, they dive deep into the power o…
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Robb Holman: Science Says Receiving (in a Genuine Way) May Be Better Than Giving
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Robb Holman is an internationally recognized leadership expert, executive coach, keynote speaker, podcast host, and best-selling author who has a heart for authentic relationships and a true talent for equipping people with the skills and the knowledge necessary for their success. Quotes: “The book Lessons from Abdul, has everything to do with brin…
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Peer to Peer Learning is a Must with Nikki Lewallen Gregory and Zech Dahms
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Zech Dahms is a culture strategist and employee experience expert who thrives in efforts that transform workplaces with innovative, meaningful people strategies that lead the future of work. In this episode, Zech joins Nikki Lewallen Gregoryas a fellow advocate for strategic peer learning. They discuss the need for structured mentorship conversatio…
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AJ Kruse from humanworks8 is here to shake up your approach to workplace culture and learning in this thought-provoking episode. Join him as he delves into the significance of creating a culture of continuous learning, the power of intentional learning experiences, and how leaders can transform performance reviews into meaningful, ongoing conversat…
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Start Making Sense with TJ Bennett and Jason Fried
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Tech maven and remote work pioneer Jason Fried joins Desuckify Work podcast TJ Bennett to challenge conventional work paradigms and make it make sense. Jason brings a wealth of experience in fostering a productive, human-centered business culture. He shares why profitability should trump user counts, how to embrace our natural limitations, and the …
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Celebrate Reaching Big Goals with Nikki Lewallen Gregory
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In this episode of FRINGE, join Nikki Lewallen Gregory as she celebrates a major milestone for The PeopleForward Network. With a big, hairy, audacious goal of reaching 1 million listens, Nikki shares how the team is celebrating hitting the huge milestone. She reflects on the importance of claiming a vision, sharing it regularly with the team, and r…
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Elevating Feedback Through Skillful Presence with Amy Lynn Durham and Aaron Tabacco
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Within every critique lies the potential for growth or disheartenment. A workplace where souls aren’t crushed, but growth is nurtured is at the heart of this Create Magic At Work® episode. Join Amy Lynn Durham and Aaron Tabacco in Part 1 of a two-part episode, where they delve into workplace feedback, focusing on its potential for transformation ov…
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Taking the High Road with Allyn Goodrich and TJ Bennett
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What kind of relationship should you have with the person who is trying to kill you? The guest on the DesuckifyWork™ Podcast has an answer that may surprise you. Allyn Goodrich, a S.W.A.T. officer, helped diffuse an active shooter situation where a young man was firing indiscriminately at police officers outside a home in Las Vegas. When the shoote…
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Let Us Tell You About Our Team Retreat with Nikki Lewallen Gregory
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From team bonding to personal development, Nikki Lewallen Gregory, the Chief Meaningful Work Officer at People Forward Network, tends to every detail of their annual retreat to ensure the best outcomes for the team. In this episode, Nikki takes us on a journey through the purpose, activities, and a behind-the-scenes look at the 2024 team retreat. J…
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In this episode, Sarah Marshall, The Experience Architect at humanworks8, and Shawn Gulyas share the foundational components of successful internal communications that make up the 365 Communication Model. Whether you’re communicating to 1 or 1,000, these foundational practices support your organization’s culture of communication, contribution, and …
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