Inspiring People

Summary Discover how high-stakes environments like naval aviation can teach us invaluable lessons about leadership, resilience, and performance. In this episode, Trier Kissell shares her journey from 22 years in the US Navy to leadership coaching, emphasizing the importance of emotional regulation, intentional recovery, and strategic network building. In this episode: How naval aviation’s rigorous...

Summary In this episode of Inspiring People, Brigadier General Adria Zuccaro shares her journey through a distinguished military career, discussing the challenges of transitioning to higher ranks, balancing family life, and the importance of human performance and emotional intelligence in leadership. She emphasizes the significance of communication, building followership, and finding fulfillment a...

Summary In this episode, Nick Propper interviews Melissa Bernstein, co-founder of the billion-dollar toy company Melissa and Doug, who shares her inspiring journey from investment banking to entrepreneurship. Melissa discusses her struggles with mental health, the challenges of building a successful business, and her new venture, Lifelines, which focuses on sensory immersion for stress relief. She...

Summary In today’s fast-paced world, achieving a balance between work and personal life can feel like an uphill battle. In this latest episode of the Inspiring People podcast, Nick Propper, the CEO of Impact Human Performance, sat down with Natalie Bickford, Chief People Officer at Sanofi and a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in human resources. Their conversation delved deep int...

Summary In this episode of the Inspiring People podcast, Nick Propper speaks with Shweta Sharma, founder of Leadership Quotient, about her journey from corporate success to entrepreneurship. They discuss the critical role of psychological safety in organizations, the importance of understanding the people aspect of business, and how sustainable performance is achieved through recovery and mindfuln...

Summary In this inaugural episode of the Inspiring People podcast, host Nick Propper interviews Charlie Green, co-founder of The Office Group. They discuss Charlie's entrepreneurial journey, the challenges faced in building a successful business, and the importance of creating a supportive workplace culture. Charlie shares insights on sustainable human performance, the role of leadership, and...