Gut + Science

There has been a lot said about the current job market, the looming recession, and how companies create inclusive, human-centered workplace cultures. When making decisions about resources in uncertain times, it can be tempting to cut diversity initiatives, decrease employee resource group budgets, and sacrifice activities that support a healthy workplace culture. However, these efforts are even mo...

The world is constantly changing—causing a flow of conflicts and challenges to arise. Do you have the tools to overcome the chaos? Vivian Blade , Resilience and Inclusive Leadership Expert and best-selling author , has 5 key principles to follow for being resilience ready. In this episode, Vivian breaks down those concepts and shares concrete tools for implementing them. Listen in to learn how to...

86% of customers expect organizations to be proactive on social issues. That stat strikes fear deep into the hearts of 55% of CEOs. In this episode, Dora shares what you can do to meet your customer expectations without setting your organization up for failure.

"A healthy culture is an inclusive, change ready, and joyful culture where team members feel like they belong, and they can deliver care and performance beyond expectations." Dr. Norma Tirado , Vice President of Culture and Associate Experience at Centura Health , is back on Gut + Science to discuss why organizations need to start with creating a space where people are comfortable showing up as th...

Soft skills, like communication, determine 85% of job success, which is why Dr. Ali Atkison , a keynote speaker and trainer , uses brain science to help people improve the way they communicate. In this episode, Ali breaks down the importance of being conscious about the way we come across, be it digitally, in written form, or in person. Listen in for techniques on how to bring more clarity to your...

When your team is engaged, productivity and retention skyrocket. On a more human level, so does happiness. As CEO and Co-founder of 34 Strong , Brandon Miller is on a mission to create a million smiles by using a strengths-based approach to build highly engaged organizations.  One such company Brandon has come alongside with outstanding results is Road Runner . In this episode, Brandon and Sapidah...

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are not commitments that should be separate from the work of an organization—they are part of everything in the company's ecosystem, enterprise, and business practices. This episode shares the '4 Lenses of Representation' framework which is a helpful tool to reference as you are building your DEI strategy.

We've all heard stories about leaders who guided people through a storm, the proverbial lighthouses on the edge of cliffs to guide those lost at sea safely home. Steve Pemberton , Chief Human Experience Officer at Workhuman , has had many such people in his life, inspiring him to capture his stories and others' in a book called The Lighthouse Effect . In this episode, Steve shares his deeply perso...

96% of employees expect their organization to pursue a sustainability agenda- but how do we do that? In this episode, Dora shares insights about the way social impact creates meaningful work, and higher investor returns.

Research shows there are two main reasons why people quit their jobs—leaders and culture. If you want to retain talent, you have to be a leader nobody wants to leave. You have to be someone who champions a culture that gives them a sense of belonging. Kris Baird , President of The Baird Group , helps individuals work towards those goals everyday. In this episode, Kris shares a game-changing perspe...

Michelle Cirocco is the Executive Director, President, and Chief Impact Officer of Televerde Foundation , a company whose goal is to provide jobs, training, and education to women in prison to give them the skills they need to move forward once they're out. Over 4,000 women have gone through Televerde's program and transitioned back into their communities with exceptional results. Michelle is one...

Attention people-first leaders! Are you getting clear on what it means to be people-first in practice and then operationalizing the data to get the outcomes you want? Kevin Campbell is an Employee Experience Scientist at Qualtrics , and in this episode, he explains how data can give organizations the gift of focus. Listen in as he shares why your experiences aren't just defined by what actually ha...

Are you thinking about how to make powerful, meaningful connections with your people? Samantha Farley is the Founder and CEO of PeopleProud , an Employee Gifting Company focused on helping companies appreciate and recognize their employees for any and all occasions. In this episode, she shares the difference between human and employee recognition and how her personal experiences of not feeling val...

In the ongoing conversation around creating diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces, many are working to define inclusive leadership. In this episode, Brian shares some of the ways he approaches being an inclusive leader and offers his perspective on the importance of both learning and unlearning as leaders and managers work to deliver on their commitment to being inclusive.

After 25 years at the helm of the WD-40 Company , Garry Ridge is completing what he calls his "leadership apprenticeship" and stepping down as CEO. WD-40 famously has what they call a "tribe culture" rooted in the idea that people work together to improve each other's lives at home and at work. In this episode, Garry gives us a dose of mentorship on building culture and maintaining it during times...

ESG has gone mainstream. But how do small businesses make sense of social impact without breaking the bank? In this episode, Dora Lutz, talks about the reasons social impact drives profit and how small businesses can leverage this work.

"When we unmute our relationships, our jobs, our bodies, and our joy, we have fuller, more vibrant lives. We feel more fully ourselves so we can show up and do our best." Rachel Druckenmiller , CEO and Founder of Unmuted , is on a mission to help people move past the fear that blocks them so they can become "joyfully alive" and courageously expressed individuals. In this episode, Rachel discusses...

Becoming an award-winning place to work is about so much more than the actual award. Angie Redmon , President and Founder of striveHR , says the biggest benefit to an organization is the learnings you gain about your employees along the way. In this episode, Angie breaks down how to pick which awards your organization should pursue. She also shares her insights on maintaining award status so you c...

High retention, genuine engagement, great productivity, and constant innovation—these are business goals all employers want but few know to achieve. Brandon Peele , Co-Founder of Unity Lab , believes all those aspirations can be reached, and he's willing to share the secret to attaining them. It starts with activating purpose and creating a sense of belonging, but that's only the beginning. As you...

Figuring out where, when and how to start your DEI journey can be, for some, a bit overwhelming sparking many more questions than answers. In this episode, you'll find encouragement for taking steps forward along with several practical, tangible suggestions for steps to take - regardless of where you're starting your DEI journey. Resources:  Schedule your Motivosity Demo ($25 on us!): motivosity.c...

Chris Allaire is the Founder and CEO of Averity , a staffing company, where his vision is to build the best company to work for in the United States. And they're already making huge strides towards accomplishing that goal. In this episode, Nikki and Chris dig deep into the way he leads their nationally renowned culture and brand, as well as some of their standout practices you can take into your o...

One thing that became abundantly clear during the pandemic is how closely integrated our businesses and our communities are, which provides a clear and compelling reason for leaders to be thinking about their role in creating a better world. In this episode, you'll learn how to incorporate ESG reporting into your current strategy, creating a long-term profitable business. Resources:  Schedule your...

David Mead , speaker, listener, and consultant, is passionate about teaching and coaching trust as the core to building a strong culture, establishing a healthy leadership team, and developing a healthy leader. He joins to share his insights on a concept he brings to his clients and coaches every day called "culture congruence" and discuss how it applies to a healthy organization. Book Recommendat...

Are you fascinated and intrigued by personality assessment tools? Skot Waldron is a Communication Consultant for GiANT Worldwide , and he's going to help us learn about an assessment tool called The 5 Voices. What's different about this one compared to others? It helps you gain a better perspective of your leadership voice and how to communicate effectively so people hear you and receive the commu...

In this episode, Anne explores a foundational element of trusting, psychologically safe work cultures: feedback. You'll learn how to reframe feedback if you've been traumatized by it in the past, and how you can avoid burning others when you give it. Anne shares the three absolute DOs of feedback (the first is particularly crucial if you want your feedback to be effective), and the one big DON'T.