Speak With People

How do you lead your team when everything around you keeps shifting? In this episode of the Speak with People Podcast, we sit down with Lucy Adams, former HR Director at the BBC and current CEO of Disruptive HR, to explore bold, practical strategies for leading in a disrupted world.  Lucy shares the leadership lessons she learned during some of the most turbulent moments in her career, from n...

How do you build a career and a life that’s not just successful, but truly remarkable? In this Speak with People Podcast episode, Jason Raitz sits down with the legendary Guy Kawasaki, author of Wiser Guy, chief evangelist at Canva, and host of the Remarkable People Podcast. Guy brings a treasure chest of stories from Silicon Valley, Apple, and beyond, combined with fresh wisdom from conversations...

What if the conversations you’re avoiding are the very ones that could unlock alignment, trust, and momentum? In this transformational episode, Jason sits down with Nicole Bianchi, executive coach, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of Small Brave Moves and Five Tough Talks —to explore how brave leadership begins with bold communication.  Nicole shares the real reason leaders avoid hard...

Can you truly have both, a fulfilling career and a thriving relationship? This week’s guest, Gabriela Embon, says yes—and she’ll show you how. As a former chemical engineer turned relationship coach and bestselling author, Gabriela blends precision with emotional intelligence to help high achievers build extraordinary partnerships.  In this episode, she shares why emotional ROI matters just a...

What do you do when the team looks fine on the outside but feels empty underneath? In this episode of the Speak with People Podcast, keynote speaker and leadership strategist Jennifer Gomez introduces us to The JOY Method™, a science-backed approach to helping leaders use joy as a measurable strategy, not just a feel-good concept.  With over 15 years of experience, including leadership roles...

What does it take to earn trust, build influence, and communicate clearly in a world overflowing with noise? In this powerful episode of the Speak with People Podcast, Jason Raitz sits down with Mitch Slater—UBS Executive Director of Digital Communication, financial media host, and industry veteran with nearly four decades of experience.  Mitch shares insights from a career at the intersectio...

What if the very success you're chasing is what’s keeping you from thriving? In this powerful episode, April Diaz shares a revolutionary approach to leadership that prioritizes wholeness, transformation, and sustainable impact.  Drawing from decades of experience and her proprietary Wholeness Assessment, April reveals the hidden habits that lead to burnout, and how to replace them with rhythm...

Do your eyes glaze over when someone says, “I’m a financial advisor”? Imagine how prospects feel. In this episode, Derrick Kinney, bestselling author, money expert, and former Top 1% advisor, reveals why most professionals lose their audience in the first 60 seconds… and what to say instead.  Whether you're in finance, sales, or service, Derrick will teach you how to communicate in a way that...

What if your frustration isn’t a setback, but the spark for your next breakthrough? In this episode of the Speak with People Podcast, I sit down with Andrew Oxley, leadership coach and author of a business fable about frustration, to explore how leaders can harness what’s holding them back and use it to move forward. Drawing from his experience with brands like Coca-Cola, CNN, and Progressive, And...

Are you struggling to find your voice in a noisy world? In this empowering episode, leadership strategist Anna Matson joins us to unpack what it truly means to speak up with courage and conviction.  You’ll learn how to overcome fear, handle negative feedback, and grow your voice in a way that builds trust and influence. Whether you're speaking to a team, writing online, or standing on a stage...

Can you scale your business without sacrificing your soul?     In this powerful episode of the Speak with People Podcast, adaptive leadership mentor Valarie Sandjivy shares her proven approach to helping executives and entrepreneurs lead with emotional intelligence, innovation, and inner alignment.     With over two decades of corporate experience and deep training in neuroscie...

What’s the one thing standing between you and the next level of your leadership? In this powerful episode of the Speak with People Podcast , I sit down with John Donnelly, Executive Director of Sales at Service First Mortgage, to unpack how leaders can align vision, communication, and values to create unstoppable teams.  John shares his philosophy of growth through service, synergy, and speed...

What if the key to success isn’t more talent—but more discipline? In this episode of the Speak with People Podcast, executive coach and performance expert John Gallagher shares the daily habits, leadership principles, and powerful mindset shifts that help leaders move from ordinary to uncommon. John has coached executives at IBM, Mitsubishi Electric, Harvard, and beyond—and today, he’s here to hel...

Leadership is broken, and most people know it. In fact, 78% of Americans believe we have a leadership crisis. But what’s causing the breakdown, and how do we fix it? In this episode of the Speak with People Podcast , I sit down with leadership expert William Davis to explore the blind spots, character gaps, and cultural challenges plaguing today’s leaders.  From defining the DNA of a great le...

What if scaling your business didn’t mean sacrificing your values, or yourself? In this powerful episode of the Speak with People Podcast , we sit down with Andrew Russell, former high school guidance counselor turned CEO of RCG Mortgage, one of the nation’s top brokerages.  Andrew shares how he built a 9-figure business by leading with empathy, communicating with emotional intelligence, and...

Video is no longer just a marketing tool, it’s a trust-building powerhouse. In this episode of the Speak with People Podcast, I sit down with Tim Bradley, founder of Pennant Video, to explore how leaders can harness the Video Marketing Trifecta™, Anthems, Explainers, and Endorsements, to connect more deeply with clients, team members, and prospects.  Tim shares how he helps brands like Cisco...

Struggling to navigate HR as your business grows? You’re not alone. In this episode, we speak with Vicky Brown, founder of Idomeneo Enterprises and creator of the Leaders Journey Experience, who’s made it her mission to help entrepreneurs lead with clarity, not chaos. From avoiding hiring disasters to understanding what “at-will” employment actually means,  Vicky brings practical insight and...

Is your culture as strong as you think it is—or is miscommunication quietly eroding trust and alignment? In this episode of the Speak with People Podcast, communication strategist and culture architect Alejandra Ramirez shares how to close the dangerous gap between what your organization says and how your people experience it. With nearly 20 years of experience, including 15 in high-stakes Big Law...

What if you could decode why your team behaves the way they do, and then use that insight to drive real performance? Curtis Sprouse, CEO of EurekaConnect, has helped thousands of leaders do exactly that.  In this episode, we explore how Curtis has built referral-based success, helped over 1,000 companies grow by hundreds of millions, and used behavioral science to develop high-impact teams. Y...

What does it take to lead with confidence when everything is constantly changing? In this episode of the Speak with People Podcast, Jason Raitz sits down with executive coach and former global C-suite leader Piers Fallowfield-Cooper.  From overcoming undiagnosed dyslexia to leading international organizations, Piers brings a powerful, anti-establishment perspective on authentic leadership in...

Are you feeling stuck in your leadership, struggling to connect with others, or constantly chasing self-improvement without real fulfillment? Emilee Tucker knows exactly how that feels. After years of corporate stagnation and personal challenges, she embarked on a transformational journey—one that led her to uncover the missing piece of self-development: the soul. In this episode, Emilee shares ho...

How do some leaders instantly command attention and win trust—before they even say a word?     In this episode of the Speak with People Podcast, Jason Raitz sits down with renowned organizational psychologist and charisma coach, Richard Reid.   With over 20 years of experience coaching CEOs, founders, and public figures, Richard reveals the science-backed strategies behind executive...

Are you tired of anxiety holding you back from truly connecting with your audience? In this engaging episode of the Speak with People Podcast, Jason Reitz sits down with confidence coach Tanea Tavares to explore how anyone—even the most stage-averse—can conquer their fears and master the art of public speaking.  Tanea shares powerful insights and practical steps to help you build unshakeable...

How do you stand out in a noisy digital world? How can leaders authentically connect with audiences while building influence and trust?     In this powerful episode, Jason Raitz is joined by Seth Donlin—founder of Awena.fm and master of brand storytelling—to explore how business leaders can use podcast guesting as a strategic communication tool.     Seth dives deep into why lea...

What does it take to truly unlock your leadership potential, especially in a system not built for you? In this episode, Jason Raitz sits down with Cynthia Pong, founder and CEO of Embrace Change, to explore how women of color and nonbinary people of color can rise to leadership while staying true to themselves.  Cynthia shares powerful insights on navigating workplace power structures, buildi...