People Centric Podcast

Communication is one of the hardest things for people and businesses to conquer. Most people feel like they are good communicators and that others lack in the area. But the truth is true communication goes both ways. Did you know that there are different communication styles? And that we communicate better with people who have the same style as we do. In this episode, we break down the communicati...

Employers often say that they want "good problem solvers" or people with "problem-solving skills" but when we ask them what they mean by that the answers vary wildly. And when we ask employees how they feel they are at problem-solving, they always say that they are good at it. When we ask them if they are given opportunities to problem solve they say, "rarely"! This is a problem-solving problem. E...

We have all had to learn new things in our job. It might be a new software or new program, but sometimes new things stick easier and sometimes we forget them instantly and have to ask a ton of questions again. When we are the ones teaching new information, we always think that we are clear and understandable, and it is frustrating when - inevitably - someone comes back and says, "I don't understan...

Music has a way of speaking to us all: sometimes we hear our love stories, sometimes we hear our past selves, and sometimes, as consultants, we hear good business advice! So, just for fun, we pulled together some of our favorite lyrics that we thought were also good leadership lessons. So, get some songs stuck in your head and enjoy some leadership and laughter on this episode of the People Centri...

Authenticity can help people build relationships, express new ideas, and even help deal with conflict. But sometimes, it is a bad idea to be totally and authentically you. We know that this sounds a little anti-people centric, but sometimes, being totally authentic can undermine your credibility or damage your reputation. In this episode, we discuss the times when you should be you and when your w...

We did an episode early in our podcast history called Setting Boundaries at Work. It is our most downloaded episode. But we did this episode over 2 years ago - and the world, the workforce, and many workplace dynamics have changed a lot since then. So we decided to revisit this episode and give you an updated version of Boundaries at Work. If you want to hear our previous Boundaries at Work Episod...

Have you ever heard of this so-called "Skills Gap"? It often coincides with a survey done with leaders, where leaders state the skills that they feel the workforce is missing. The studies then go on to list the top technical and top soft skills that are missing from teams. We hear about these things and have to address the elephant in the room: the skills that are "missing" from teams are generall...

The word accountability can make people shudder. It conjures up images of reprimands in closed-door meetings in front of HR personnel and their angry clipboards. But accountability gets a bad rap. Listen now to discover how good accountability can build psychological safety, promote fair and equitable workplaces, and allow teams to hold a higher standard together.      Have questions about this to...

When you are faced with a big decision, how do you know when to go for it and when not to? Do you write a pros and cons list? Do you listen to your gut or your heart?  When is taking a leap the right call? The People Centric team discusses this and more in this episode!    Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it!...

Communication is a habit. And the ways we communicate further engrain us in our communication habits. In this episode, the People Centric Team discusses the difference between managed communications and natural communications, and how those interactions help or hinder communication with others.    Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just...

Languishing: failure to succeed or lack of vitality.  We are seeing it. We are feeling it. It could be that the holidays are over and it has been a bit dreary, maybe it is because we were already burnt out from the years past and the new year offers little respite, perhaps we all need a hug and some encouragement - but in any case, there are people all around us that are languishing at work. Langu...

Do you have psychological safety on your team? In this episode we talk about how teams who feel safe with one another are more likely to explore ideas openly, not shut down their teammates, have freedom to ask questions, and simply have a mutual respect for each other. Join us as we talk through the signs of when psychological safety is present or lacking and what you can do to improve it! Email u...

All the recent phrases like quiet quitting, quiet firing, and even ghosting are all ways we are just avoiding conflict. The People Centric team unpacks this position and discusses the pros and cons of this type of conflict avoidance and how to use them at work.  Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love he...

We often hear leaders say, "If I see a rockstar I will hire them and figure it out later." Or even, "I am looking for the unicorns. I want only the best."  But here is the reality of the situation - Rockstars can burn bright and easily burn out. And unicorns don't exit. Listen now to hear more about how role clarity and understanding people are key to hiring (and keeping) great talent.  Have quest...

Bullying. Disrespect. Crossing Boundaries. Hostile Work Environment. We have often heard people use these words when explaining how they feel or the situations they are facing at work. These words cause us to stop and ask many many more questions. Have you thought about the words that you are using when you describe a situation and how those words may affect the next steps? Have you thought about...

There is currently a bill in the US congress to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act and reduce the number of hours in a workweek from 40 down to 32, essentially going from a 5-day work week to a 4-day work week. The People Centric team had plenty to say on this topic and we have put it here in this episode of our podcast. Listen now or watch us on YouTube (@PeopleCentricUS).  Have questions about t...

Increase Revenue! Improve Profit! Decrease Expenses! The goal of most companies is to grow and make more money and most employees expect a company to grow while they are there - but what does company growth do to the people who are experiencing said growth? Growing pains are real! So, what can leaders do to help both the company and employees during periods of growth?  Have questions about this to...

Influence is a superpower - but it can be used for good or for evil! Okay, evil is a strong word - but still - influence can quickly turn from helpful to manipulative. In this episode, the People Centric team talks about when influence is good and when influence is manipulation. Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello?...

It is that time of year again! Each year, the People Centric team walks through our personal planning process with you! We make it easy to think through your biggest goals for the coming year - and give insights on how to ensure that those goals are attainable, realistic, and win-able! If you want the worksheet that goes along with this episode, email Diana at podcast@peopleccg.com . Have question...

Whether you are wanting to stand out as the best candidate or want to attract the best talent to your company, everyone is trying to figure it out in this workforce. The People Centric team discusses the current conditions of the workforce, how leaders can attract (and keep) the best talent and how candidates can stand out in all the right ways! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for adv...

Our team read this great Entrepreneur article: 7 Outdated Habits that Will Paralyze Your Business - and it got us all talking! So, we decided to talk about it on our podcast and share our thoughts with all of you. Find the article here and share your thoughts with us! Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We l...

Leaders love to have people bring them solutions - we have heard it before: "Don't just bring me problems, bring me solutions!" But we have also seen people & leaders unknowingly kill this type of solutions-based thinking - and accidentally create cultures where people are stifling solutions and innovation. In this episode the People Centric Team discusses this phenomenon and how to best install c...

Yep, you're thinking about it. Your boss isn't fixing a problem that you have been telling them about for months! You're going to go to your boss's boss. You have to get this solved for the good of the organization and your boss just doesn't seem to care. Maybe going around them is the best way to go! It might be. Or it might hurt your career for the rest of the time you are there. In this episode...

People are complicated and unique! And sometimes, you have to work with someone who just drives you crazy. In this episode, People Centric Team Members, Diana Royalty and Matt Griswold talk about how much they did not like each other , and what they did to overcome to make a great team . This is the episode for you if you have someone you work with - and are struggling to get along with them. Have...

Performance Evaluations. Budget Cycle. Micromanagement. AHHHHHH! Wait! Don't run and hide. These things may be some of the scariest things in business, but we have tips to make the best of all of these scary business situations. This episode is the People Centric Team's scariest business moments and how you can handle these without wanting to run and hide under your desk! Have questions about this...