Trust Stories by Relate

Most companies think onboarding starts on day one. Liana Steir argues it starts much earlier, with every interaction a candidate has before they even apply. In this episode, Tom and Liana explore why onboarding is really about creating belonging, not completing paperwork. They discuss building trust before a new hire arrives, creating feedback loops that actually lead to change, and where AI can s...

Universities have always prepared students for careers. The challenge today is that many of tomorrow's careers don't exist yet. In this episode of Trust Stories , Tom Keenan sits down with HR executive and higher education advisor Regina Johnson to explore how universities can better prepare students for an AI-driven workforce. They discuss why technical skills alone aren't enough, how...

What happens when the biggest barrier to effective leadership isn't your team, your strategy, or your organization—but your own self-doubt? In this episode of Trust Stories by Relate , Tom Keenan sits down with people and culture leader, executive coach, and founder Richard Hinton to explore one of the most overlooked leadership skills: self-trust. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience b...

In this episode of Trust Stories , Tom Keenan sits down with Kristina Karcic (Founder Karcic Partners) to explore how AI is reshaping the future of HR. For years, HR teams have known that people learn, communicate, and engage differently, but limited time and resources often forced organizations into one-size-fits-all approaches. Kristina shares why AI is changing that equation, giving HR leaders...

In this episode of Trust Stories, Tom Keenan sits down with Laura Hammond, Founder of The People People, to discuss why today's workforce is struggling with communication, workplace confidence, and other critical soft skills. They explore the impact of remote work, the loss of informal mentorship, and what leaders can do to help employees build trust, credibility, and stronger workplace relati...

Why do so many leaders think they're communicating clearly while employees walk away feeling unheard? In this episode of Trust Stories, Tom Keenan sits down with internal communications consultant Pamela Kaye to unpack one of the biggest challenges facing workplaces today: the gap between what leaders say and what people actually hear. They explore how trust breaks down, why authenticity matte...

In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, understanding how to effectively integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into businesses is crucial. In this episode of Trust Stories, host Tom Keenan welcomes Tey Bennerman, a former McKinsey partner turned entrepreneur, who shares his insights on harnessing AI for good while emphasizing the importance of personal branding and vulnerability in today’s...

In this episode of Trust Stories, Tom Keenan sits down with Kristy McCann, former HR executive, founder of GoCoach and SkillCycle, and one of the most candid voices in modern HR tech.   Together, they unpack why traditional employee engagement approaches are no longer working, from annual surveys and performance reviews to bloated systems that create more admin than action. Kristy shares what HR l...

In this episode, Tom Keenan speaks with Charles H. Green, founder of Trusted Advisor Associates and co-author of  The Trusted Advisor , about why trust feels harder to build today and what individuals can do about it. They explore the difference between trust and trustworthiness, why trust requires risk, and why listening is the most underrated skill in modern leadership. A practical conversation...

In the first episode of Trust Stories, Relate co-founder Tom Keenan sits down with Noelle Mykolenko, CEO of Trusted Advisor Associates, to unpack how trust actually works in professional relationships. Drawing from decades of experience and the foundational Trust Equation, Noel breaks down the four components of trustworthiness: credibility, reliability, intimacy, and self-orientation. Together, t...