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What if the key to advancing your career was less about climbing the ladder and more about knowing yourself? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro sits down with Stand Out 50 2025 leader Adam Gloss, Chief Operating Officer at Impel, to explore why self-awareness is your greatest leadership asset. The two discuss how to identify what truly drives you (and what doesn't) and the stra...

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro shares an exclusive sneak peek of what’s to come in 2026 – all initiatives designed to serve the evolving needs of those leading service-centric organizations.

In this special year-end episode, host Sarah Nicastro shares the Top 5 of the Top 10 episodes of 2025.

In this special episode, host Sarah Nicastro shares thefirst five of this year’s 10 most impactful podcast episodes.

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, Sarah Nicastro and Roy Dockery, Sr. Director of Field Services Research at TSIA, reflect on their 2025 forecasts – from workforce flexibility and customer expectations to technology debt and AI adoption – and honestly assess where the field service industry delivered, where it fell short, and what leaders need to prioritize heading into 2026. 

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro sits down with award-winning CX expert Jeannie Walters to explore why customer experience isn't a nice-to-have (even in amid uncertainty). She sheds light on how to align your organization's mindset, strategy, and discipline around it, and explains why frontline employees remain a largely untapped resource. Whether you're a service lea...

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, Sarah Nicastro sits down with Dave Clement, Partner and Head of the New York office at Simon-Kucher, to unpack a joint global research project to explore the trends, challenges, and opportunities defining commercial potential within today's service landscape. Whether you're navigating digital transformation, rethinking your pricing strategy, or building a cus...

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro shares highlights from IFS's Industrial x Unleashed event last week in New York, exploring why industrial AI requires a fundamentally different approach than consumer-grade tools, how leading organizations like Kodiak Gas are driving real value through agentic AI, and critical considerations for making AI solutions usable and meaningful in mis...

What if the secret to sustainable performance and genuine employee engagement wasn't another program or initiative, but something far simpler—and infinitely more powerful? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro sits down with Zach Mercurio, researcher with a Ph. D. in organizational learning, performance, and change; leadership development facilitator specializing in purposeful lea...

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, Sarah Nicastro sits down with Erin Coupe, former Wall Street executive turned leadership expert, to explore why modern leadership demands greater self-reflection and how to achieve it without burning out. Erin shares powerful insights on transforming routines into meaningful rituals, building authentic leadership practices, and creating sustainable success without sa...

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro welcomes back Eduardo Bonefont, former worldwide VP of Technical Services at BD, to explore the art of intentional leadership. Eduardo shares profound insights on mastering presence, maintaining emotional consistency, and leaving a lasting legacy through what he calls the "unfinished portfolio." Whether you're approaching retirement...

In a solo episode, UNSCRIPTED host Sarah Nicastro shares key updates following the announcement of the 2025 Standout 50 leaders, detailing new newsletter (re)launches, community initiatives, and upcoming research projects.

In this candid episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro and Gyner Ozgul, CEO of Fortis Fire and Safety, dive deep into the personal side of service leadership, exploring five untold truths that shape modern leadership. From the critical importance of mental health awareness to the complexities of aging as a leader, they tackle topics rarely discussed in traditional business settings. Whether you...

Host of UNSCRIPTED Sarah Nicastro takes us behind the scenes of the Future of Field Service 2025 Stand Out 50 leadership awards two of this year’s judges: Ged Cranny, who retired earlier this year from his role as Senior Consultant with Konica Minolta's International Service Business after a 45-year career in field service and Roy Dockery, Sr. Director of Field Services Research at TSIA, Autho...

In this special episode of UNSCRIPTED, Sarah explores high-performance leadership with Jake, co-host of the acclaimed High Performance podcast and founder of The Whisper Group. From Dame Stephanie Shirley's groundbreaking legacy to insights on authentic leadership, they dive into why being yourself is crucial for sustained success, how optimism builds resilience, and why recovery is just as im...

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastrosits down with Carrie Toth, VP of Customer Experience at Generac Power Systems, to explore five essential best practices for securing service investments. From assessing organizational dynamics and building relevance to smart storytelling and maintaining agility, this conversation delivers practical strategies for service leaders looking to drive t...

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro shares key insights from the Service Council Symposium in Chicago, exploring trends shaping the future of service. From embedding AI in service lifecycles to extending asset lifespans, Sarah unpacks critical discussions on purpose-driven leadership, the evolving role of frontline workers, and the intersection of technology with human-centric servi...

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro welcomes Sacha Thompson, founder and CEO of The Equity Equation, to explore why psychological safety matters more than ever in today's workplace. From building trust and fostering open communication to creating truly inclusive environments, this conversation unpacks the essential components of psychological safety and its impact on innovation,...

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, Sarah Nicastro talks with Kate Glantz, CEO and co-founder of Move Over Bob, to explore her mission to revolutionize the trades through innovative media. Learn how this groundbreaking initiative is filling a crucial gap when it comes to working to diversify the trades with its fresh approach, engaging content that stands out, and focus on both informing and empowering...

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, Sarah Nicastro speaks withPatrycja Sobera, SVP and GM of Digital Workplace Solutions at Unisys, about how organizations can differentiate through experience management. Discover how Unisys has transformed service delivery through their Experience Management Office, evolved from traditional SLAs to experience-focused metrics, and is delivering powerful experiences usi...

In this candid episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro and Fortis Fire & Safety CEO Gyner Ozgul dive deep into five truths about the business realities most leaders encounter but few are willing to share out loud. From navigating impossible decisions and AI ambiguity to redefining experience and addressing ongoing discrimination, this conversation offers an unfiltered look at modern leaders...

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro welcomes Mark Florio, Senior Director of Global Robotics Service and Support at Medtronic's Robotic Surgical Technologies division, to explore 10 success factors for complex global service operations. From centering around customers and building service as a business to managing internal relationships and maintaining team motivation, Mark shar...

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro sits down with Clinten van der Merwe SVP, Head of Service at TOMRA Recycling, to explore how to create and execute an ambitious service North Star. Learn how to develop a compelling vision that drives cross-functional collaboration and discover the strategic steps TOMRA is taking to achieve their goal of 100% remote service by 2035.

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro speaks with Brian Gallipeau, Senior Vice President of Service for the Americas at Diebold Nixdorf, about implementing lean principles in service operations and the company's journey from a product-focused organization to a service-led business.

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, host Sarah Nicastro speakswith Dave Sarazen, Vice President of Customer Service at Multivac, about how his organization successfully cut technician turnover in half through strategic initiatives and leadership practices that prioritize both recruitment and retention.