The Culture Coach

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Culture Coach Podcast , I’m pulling back the curtain on three powerful programs I’ve created to help leaders design intentional cultures that prevent burnout, increase performance, and create thriving organizations. All three programs officially open on September 29th , but you don’t have to wait—when you sign up now, you’ll start receiving updates and get i...

Send us Fan Mail As 2025 winds down and 2026 approaches, it’s the perfect time to make sure your workforce is ready for the year ahead—not just your business plan. In this solo episode, Wendy Brand shares why workforce planning should go hand-in-hand with your strategic objectives, and how to make sure your people plan supports your business plan. Tips on how to: Align your workforce with your top...

Send us Fan Mail In this solo episode of The Culture Coach Podcast , Wendy dives into a common but critical leadership crossroads: realizing that the leadership style, team structure, and culture that got you this far… may not be what gets you to your next level. Inspired by a real coaching conversation with a new CEO, Wendy walks through the process of stepping into a broader, more strategic lead...

Send us Fan Mail At just 19 years old, Carson Wagner founded Lifetime of Love Nannies with a mission to provide purpose-driven, high-quality care for families and children. What began as a bold leap into entrepreneurship has grown into a nationally recognized agency with three thriving locations and a team of over 75 dedicated employees . Carson’s unwavering commitment to inclusive, ethical, and r...

Send us Fan Mail Hello culture fans! In this week’s episode of The Culture Coach , I’m joined by Linda Carlisle— Linda is a fractional corporate communications partner, helping business leaders, VCs, private equity firms, and their portfolio companies solve communication and culture challenges in the Moments that Matter™, including mergers, acquisitions, organizational restructuring, leadership ch...

Send us Fan Mail Tired of putting a Band-Aid on your people problems? 🩹 🎙️ On this week’s episode of The Culture Coach Podcast , I sat down with Ted Whetstone—executive coach, systems thinker, and former left-brainer turned whole-brainer. Ted helps senior leaders stop reacting and start redesigning the way they think, lead, and collaborate.  Here’s a taste of what we covered:  🔁 Why systems thin...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I'm diving deep into my signature CORE Culture™ Framework, a proven model for helping leaders stop culture from happening by accident and start building one that drives retention, productivity, and purpose. After a busy season of speaking at SHRM conferences in New Mexico and Alabama, I reflect on why I built the CORE Culture™ model and how it’s helping CEOs and HR...

Send us Fan Mail Adam built his first business as a kid, and today he helps leaders like you identify real strategies for exponential growth and sustainable success This week on The Culture Coach , I’m joined by Adam Strong —a former elite athlete turned successful business strategist who now works with founders and CEOs around the world to help them scale—and exit—on their terms. In our conversat...

Send us Fan Mail Kym Insana is a multi-million dollar business owner, digital marketing expert, and founder of AlwaysOn Digital , a women-owned agency helping brands like the U.S. Air Force, Enfamil, and Johnston & Murphy scale through impactful campaigns. With over 20 years of experience, Kym left her demanding NYC advertising career to build a company that offers flexibility and balance—valu...

Send us Fan Mail You don’t “roll out” belonging. You build it—one intentional choice at a time.  In Part 2 of my conversation with Greg Morley, we move past DEI buzzwords and into the real work of creating connection and psychological safety at work. Greg shares the lessons behind his new book Bond: Belonging and the Keys to Inclusion and Connection , and why true inclusion starts with how leaders...

Send us Fan Mail My guest this week is Greg Morley. Greg was most recently Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Moët Hennessy, a division of LVMH. Greg brings a personal and professional passion to the development of talent and to helping others achieve more than they believe they can.  Greg led the HR function for the company’s operations across the Asia Pacific region.  Prior to jo...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Culture Coach , I’m joined by none other than Garry Ridge , Chairman Emeritus and former CEO of WD-40 Company. Over 25 years as CEO, Garry transformed a global household brand not just by growing the business—but by building a culture so strong, it became a competitive advantage. Now, Garry shares the leadership lessons from what he calls his “CEO apprenticeship,”...

Send us Fan Mail Are you interested in creating a sense of belonging in your organization? If so, I think you are going to enjoy this episode. If you are familiar with my THRIVE Culture framework, you know that creating inspiring inclusivity and belonging is one of the six key pillars that allow organizations to own their role in employee burnout.  And, my guest today is an expert on the topic.  L...

Send us Fan Mail Morag Barrett is founder of SkyeTeam, best-selling author, and was hand-picked from over 16,000 candidates to join Marshall Goldsmith’s prestigious 100 Coaches group. As I was listening back to this episode before producing I actually took out a notepad and started taking notes!! Morag is dedicated to proving that success in business isn't just about what you know - it's...

Send us Fan Mail What started as an idea to spark deeper conversations about workplace culture has now hit a major milestone—the 100th episode of The Culture Coach podcast is live! 🙌 This special episode is a heartfelt compilation of some of my all-time favorite moments—conversations that challenged the status quo, inspired action, and reminded us all why culture isn't just an HR thing... it...

Send us Fan Mail Part 2 of this conversation!! With recent Gallup data showing engagement at its lowest point in a decade, my guest Sarena Diamond and I explore one of the key drivers behind this troubling trend—rapid organizational change.  To connect with or contact Sarena you can find her here: Website: https://diamondsolutionsgroupllc.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarena-diamond _...

Send us Fan Mail With recent Gallup data showing engagement at its lowest point in a decade, my guest Sarena Diamond and I explore one of the key drivers behind this troubling trend—rapid organizational change.  Stay tuned next week for part 2 of this conversation   To connect with or contact Sarena you can find her here: Website: https://diamondsolutionsgroupllc.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedi...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever struggled to find the right people in a labor-driven industry—or felt the pressure of filling high-turnover roles while still protecting your company culture—this episode is for you.  This week, I sat down with Hannah Dannecker, Managing Partner at The Better Together Group, a staffing agency that specializes in connecting skilled workers with companies that truly v...

Send us Fan Mail I’m thrilled to bring you a special conversation with Elena Wells, Executive Director for the San Antonio Local Organizing Committee for the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four. And, Vice President of National Events at San Antonio Sports. With just days to go until tipoff, Elena shares what it takes to lead a high-performing team under pressure — and how to build culture in fast, dynamic...

Send us Fan Mail ✅ Take the Culture Compass Quiz: https://culturecoachwendy.com/quiz/ 📅 Join me for a free Culture Strategy Session: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ If you’ve ever wondered how to scale a purpose-driven brand without compromising your culture , this episode is for you. --- This week on The Culture Coach Podcast , I sit down with Shane Evans , Co-Founder of Massage...

Send us Fan Mail Join the conversation & sign up for the FREE Culture Check-In Strategy Sessions: culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions In this solo episode of The Culture Coach Podcast , host Wendy Brand dives into the pressing issue of declining employee engagement and what leaders can do about it. With recent Gallup data showing engagement at its lowest point in a decade, Wendy explores th...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I sit down with Chuck Salvo, former Disney Institute veteran and self-proclaimed "Chief Happiness Architect," to discuss his new book "RAVE: How to Respect and Value Everyone." Drawing from his 15 years at Disney and extensive experience working with organizations worldwide, you’ll hear Chuck share practical insights on building authentic workplace conne...

Send us Fan Mail High-performing teams don’t happen by accident—they’re built intentionally. In this episode of The Culture Coach Podcast , I break down Wiley’s Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team and give you actionable strategies to strengthen trust, encourage healthy conflict, drive commitment, reinforce accountability, and focus on results. If you’re a CEO or C-suite leader struggling with emplo...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I’m sitting down with Dr. Deborah Heiser, an applied developmental psychologist and aging specialist, to explore a topic that every business leader should care about—how aging impacts leadership, career transitions, and workplace culture.  As a CEO, you’re not just growing a business; you’re also evolving as a leader, navigating different stages of personal and professional...

Send us Fan Mail If you’re a CEO or leader looking to build a high-performing, engaged team, this episode is full of game-changing insights. Dr. Neal’s journey is proof that hiring isn’t just about filling seats—it’s about building a thriving, scalable, and values-driven business with the right people in the right seats. If you’re struggling with hiring or want to level up your team, this episode...