Life Fulfilled Podcast — Where leadership, self awareness and workplace performance actually connect.

Host Bernie Borges is joined by returning guest Heike Yates, coach and author of "Pursue Your Spark." If you've ever felt stuck, burned out, or unfulfilled at work or in life, this conversation is packed with insight on how the real block might be a disconnection from your own inner spark, the energy and drive that fuels possibility. Watch this episode with visual elements for story enhancement on...

Watch this episode of the Life Fulfilled Podcast on YouTube Host Bernie Borges breaks down the risks of job hugging; when employees stick around not out of engagement but because leaving feels riskier than staying. He highlights how this quiet disengagement carries costs that don’t show up in retention metrics but can erode performance across the board. This episode also explores how leaders can r...

Watch this episode of the Life Fulfilled Podcast on YouTube Host Bernie Borges guides you through a conversation about the power of self-discovery as the true foundation of fulfillment far beyond changing jobs, relationships, or chasing shiny new achievements. You'll learn why transitions, not reinventions, spark the right questions; how misalignment in your core life pillars—health, family, caree...

Watch this episode of the Life Fulfilled Podcast on YouTube Host Bernie Borges passionately explores what it means to be self-aware and how this crucial attribute is the foundation for authentic leadership. Challenging the common belief that leadership is tied to titles or roles, Bernie shares personal stories and powerful insights, demonstrating that real leadership starts with how you show up an...

Host Bernie Borges welcomes Myriam Del Angel, a trailblazing first-generation Latina leader whose journey through corporate is as inspiring as it is instructive. Born in Chicago to parents from Mexico and Colombia, Myriam shares her multicultural upbringing and the unique perspective it gave her, never feeling fully Mexican, Colombian, or American, but instead forging her own path. Their conversat...

In this episode, host Bernie Borges is joined by Matt Poepsel, PhD, a Marine veteran, accomplished corporate leader, and author of "Expand the Circle." Three key takeaways for leaders and professionals: 1️⃣ Enlightened Leadership Requires RewiringOutdated leadership models don’t serve today’s fast-evolving world. Matt Poepsel, PhD, explained how drawing on mindfulness practices and looking beyond...

Host Bernie Borges sits down with Liza Marie Garcia, a dynamic entrepreneur, publisher, marathon runner, and competitive pickleball player who brings an energetic blend of discipline, passion, and purpose to every area of her life. In this conversation, Liza Marie opens up about how fitness is far more than just a health routine; it’s a vital connector to fulfillment in her career, family, faith,...

In this special Thanksgiving week episode, host Bernie Borges explores the transformative power of thankfulness, not just as a reaction to good fortune, but as a daily mindset. Bernie shares how cultivating thankfulness can shift your perspective, help you find meaning in life’s struggles, and deepen your sense of fulfillment. Through personal reflection and practical insight, Bernie invites you t...

In the latest episode, host Bernie Borges invites you into a crucial conversation about self-awareness, why it's vital for effective leadership, and how you can develop this skill for more fulfillment in every area of your life. Three key discussion points from the episode: 1️⃣ The Surprising Self-Awareness Gap Among LeadersAccording to a Harvard Business Publishing study, only 10–15% of people ar...

In episode 260, host Bernie Borges dives deep into one of the most overlooked (yet powerful) drivers of workplace engagement: recognition. If you’re looking to boost morale, deepen connections, and foster true fulfillment at work, this episode is for you. Three Key Insights from the Episode: 1️⃣ Recognition is More Than Rewards: Bernie highlights the difference between recognition and rewards. Whi...

In this episode of the Life Fulfilled Podcast, Bernie Borges explores how fulfillment at work takes shape across seven distinct career paths from physical labor and healthcare to tech, public service, retail/hospitality, manufacturing, and services. Drawing from years of insight and conversations with professionals from all walks of life, Bernie reveals that fulfillment is more than just loving yo...

In this episode, Bernie Borges zooms out to explore quiet quitting through the lens of workplace culture.  Here are three key discussion points you won’t want to miss: 1. The State of Employee Engagement: According to Gallup, global employee engagement dropped from 23% to 21% in 2024. That means nearly 79% of workers worldwide are disengaged, costing the global economy $8.8 trillion each year. For...

On the second of three episodes on quiet quitting, host Bernie Borges dives deep into why fulfillment matters and how it’s connected to the growing issue of quiet quitting. Whether you’re an employee feeling disengaged or a leader trying to inspire your team, there are practical steps you can take today to bring meaning back to your work life. Here are 3 key takeaways: 1️⃣ Alignment is Everything:...

This week on the Life Fulfilled podcast, host Bernie Borges kicks off a three-part series all about quiet quitting. He explains what it really is, why it matters, and what you can do if you realize you’re in the middle of it. Bernie opens with the tough question: How do you show up at work? Are you still motivated, or are you just going through the motions? Turns out, quiet quitting (emotional wit...

This week, host Bernie Borges speaks with Chief People Officer Shamayne Braman, a fellow speaker at the upcoming HR Wellness and Executive Summit. They explore what it really means to experience career fulfillment, moving beyond titles, compensation, and prestige. Here are three powerful takeaways from their conversation: 1️⃣ Redefining Failure and Building Resilience Early in her career, Shamayne...

This week, executive coach and author Danielle Baldwin joins us for an eye-opening conversation about the transformative power of inspiration. Danielle shares why inspiration isn't just an emotional spark, but the force behind greater fulfillment, peak performance, and a deeper sense of purpose in both life and work. Three impactful insights from our conversation: 1️⃣ Why Inspiration Is More Power...

Episode 253 features Heather A. Campbell, an entrepreneur, author, and founder of Ready, Set, Recover. If you’ve ever faced a surgical procedure with a sense of dread, this conversation will change your approach. Here’s a quick recap of our three key discussion points: 1️⃣ Turning Anxiety into Empowerment:When Heather faced surgery herself, she found the typical advice lacking (“just take pain med...

This episode features Kristin Pascual, VP of Communications, Culture, and Community at Seagate Technology. Kristin shares the story of how Seagate faced a massive market downturn, losing 50% of revenue and 35% of its workforce, yet emerged stronger, with a renewed sense of purpose and record-high employee engagement. Here are 3 key takeaways from our conversation: 1️⃣ Authentic, Transparent Commun...

This week features the leadership and organizational development experts from Global Ascent Consulting Corporation (GACC). This episode explores the powerful synergy shared between GACC and the host's Fulfilled@Work Academy in bringing best practices and solutions for cultivating fulfillment in the workplace. Joined by CEO and Founder Fredrick Smith, President Amber Heckert, Senior Consultant Lore...

This episode features Myriam Vidalon, SVP of Culture & Workforce Transformation and Chief Diversity Officer at NielsenIQ.  We discussed how NIQ is embedding purpose into their culture, resulting in fulfilled, engaged teams with strong performance.  🗝️ Three key takeaways:  1️⃣ DEI is evolving, not disappearing. Performative DEI, where organizations just “check boxes,” is out. What matters now is a...

This week, we're featuring Adele Currin, a relationship and communication coach, for a transformative conversation about the real skills we need for thriving, fulfilling relationships. Adele opens up about her own journey through the ups and downs of marriage, and how those experiences inspired her to help others navigate their own relationship challenges. 🗝️ Three key takeaways: 1️⃣ Emotional Reg...

This is a group episode featuring nine individuals who share authentic perspectives about the meaning of fulfillment in their lives. Host Bernie Borges emphasizes that fulfillment is deeper than happiness, connected to achievement or purpose, and "nearly always immutable."  🗝️ Three key takeaways: 1️⃣ Redefining Success and Fulfillment for Personal Well-being: Several participants shared transform...

If you've ever found yourself dreading Mondays, this episode is for you. This week, host Bernie Borges opens up about his journey to career fulfillment.  After hitting some of the traditional milestones, co-founding a startup, public accolades, and social media success, he quietly struggled with emptiness and misalignment.  You'll discover how he reached his turning point and found his career fulf...

This week Laurie-Ann Murabito  (episode 201) "hijacks" the episode by interviewing host Bernie Borges. Here are three key discussion points from the conversation: 1️⃣ Core Values as a Compass: We explored how Bernie's core values: faith, family, fun, fulfillment, finances, and fitness create a foundation for meaningful success and a fulfilled life.  2️⃣ The Evolving Definition of Success: The disc...

This week Bernie welcomes Kevin Bradley, VP of Culture and Belonging at HUB International, for an eye-opening conversation about the evolution of belonging in the workplace, and how these shifts can deeply influence our personal fulfillment journeys. Here are three key discussion points from our conversation: 1️⃣ Redefining Culture and Belonging: We explored how belonging at work isn’t just a “nic...