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Lead the People

Matt Poepsel, PhD

Lead The People is your guide to unlocking your true potential as an authentic leader. Hosted by Dr. Matt Poepsel—The Godfather of Talent Optimization—this podcast dives deep into the art and science of what it takes to lead at the next level. With insightful conversations and practical strategies, each episode equips executives, strategic HR pros, and aspiring leaders with the tools it takes to boost performance, inspire teams, and drive meaningful impact. Whether exploring the latest

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133: Creating Safer Workplaces Starts by Telling the...

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2025/08/07

Leigh Elena Henderson spent years in corporate HR — until the system she upheld broke her down. In this episode, Leigh shares her powerful story of leaving the corporate world behind and using her voice to expose the realities so many employees face in silence. From toxic culture to broken policies, she unpacks the tension between doing what’s “by the book” and doing what’s right. Her viral presence on TikTok isn’t about trends — it’s about truth, transparency, and reclaiming humanity at

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33:00

#132: From Invisible to Invaluable: Building Cultures...

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2025/07/31

What happens when people don’t feel seen, needed, or valued at work? In this episode, author and researcher Zach Mercurio joins Matt Poepsel for a powerful conversation on mattering — the often-missing ingredient in modern leadership. They explore why recognition isn’t enough, how to build cultures where people feel irreplaceable, and what happens when leaders prioritize purpose over pressure. From simple check-ins to intentional affirmation, Zach shares research-backed habits that help

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28:51

#131: Why Being Proactive About Mental Health Changes...

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2025/07/24

In this conversation, Stephen Sokoler unpacks the evolving definition of mental health and its impact on the modern workplace. As founder and CEO of Journey, Stephen challenges the outdated, reactive approach to mental well-being and calls for a proactive, daily integration of mental health practices into both our personal and professional lives.He explores the mental cost of multitasking, the illusion of balance, and how burnout stems from environments that ignore the emotional lives of

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32:43

#130: Transforming Toxic Management with Marcel...

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2025/07/17

In this conversation, Marcel Schwantes discusses the profound effects of toxic management on personal health and workplace dynamics. He emphasizes the need for humane leadership characterized by empathy, kindness, humility, advocacy, and trust. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding love in leadership and how it can transform organizational culture. Marcel shares insights from his experiences and research, advocating for a shift from transactional to relational leadership

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#129: Why Most People Never Reach The Next Level with...

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2025/07/10

Why do some people rise while others stay stuck, even though they’re just as talented?In this episode, we sit down with Jason Feifer, editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur Magazineand host of the Problem Solverspodcast, to uncover why most people unconsciously sabotage their own growth — and how to stop. This conversation is packed with insights for anyone who feels like they’ve plateaued, burned out, or outgrown their current role. Whether you’re a founder, creator, or just someone with big

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29:25

#128: How AI + Human Decision Making Beats AI Alone...

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2025/07/03

Scott Parish is the founder and CEO of HireGuide. Before that, he helped build LinkedIn Jobs & ATS.In this episode, Matt sits down with Scott to explore how AI is revolutionizing the hiring process. Scott introduces a game-changing concept: shifting focus from "quality of hire" to "quality of hiring decision" - and explains why this distinction could transform how organizations approach talent acquisition. From the staggering reality that 25% of managers regret their hiring decisions

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28:31

#127: How Asking for Help Transforms Teams and...

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2025/06/26

Dr. Rosie Ward is a fierce advocate for humanity who is sought-after to help rehumanize workplaces that free, fuel, and inspire people to bring their best selves to work and home each day. She serves as CEO and Founder of Salveo Partners, which was awarded the 2024 Stellar Business Award for best business consulting in the United States, and focuses on future-proofing organizations by strengthening culture and equipping leaders and teams to show up courageously and more effectively navigate

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23:30

#126: Leadership Lessons From California Pizza...

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2025/06/19

Currently serving as the Chief People Officer at California Pizza Kitchen, Shannon is an experienced HR executive with over 20 years in the hospitality and tech industries. Known for driving change, fostering resiliency, and spearheading innovations through a people-centric approach, she has a proven track record of enhancing organizational culture and performance. In addition to her current role, she is also the Vice-President of the Kindness Fund at CPK, a 501(c)(3) peer-to-peer giving

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29:20

#125: Why Most New Managers Struggle (and how to set...

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2025/06/12

Ashley Herd is the founder of Manager Method, a business focused on empowering managers with practical tools to lead effectively. With a background as a General Counsel and Head of HR, Ashley has a unique perspective on balancing legal considerations with people management. She's passionate about making leadership development accessible and impactful, helping managers create positive ripple effects within their teams.Top 3 Takeaways Know Why. Most managers fail because they lack basic

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23:26

#124: Maintain Human Connection While Leveraging...

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2025/06/05

Naomi Titleman Colla is Co-Founder of future foHRward Inc. (futurefoHRward.com), whose mission is to empower Human Resources (HR), and all leaders of the future to make work better through their weekly newsletter (foHRsight), podcast (the foHRsight podcast), and private community for Sr. HR Leaders (foHRsight+).Naomi is also Founder of Collaborativity Inc., a Toronto-based consultancy focused on driving progressive talent strategy in this new world of work. She has proven success leading

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#123: How to Overcome Fear and Live More Courageously...

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2025/05/29

Dr. Mary Poffenroth is a scientist, professor, and fear/courage researcher. From being adopted at birth to being a first generation college student to her first day at NASA and beyond, Mary has dedicated her life to understanding how best to do scary things. Her work has been featured in Forbes, TIME, Science, TED, Entrepreneur, Cosmopolitan, the Wall Street Journal, SUCCESS Magazine, and Fast Company. Mary has three master’s degrees (biology, psychology, science communication) & a PhD

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#122: How To Make Workplaces More Equitable with Lisa...

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2025/05/22

Lisa Gelobter is the CEO and Founder of tEQuitable. Using technology to make workplaces more equitable, tEQuitable provides an independent, confidential platform that makes it easy for companies to improve psychological safety and employee engagement, resolve workplace conflict (including micro-inequities), and uncover camouflaged systemic issues before they escalate.With 25+ years in the industry and products that have been used by billions of people, Lisa has worked on several pioneering

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32:36

#121: How to Identify, Prevent, and Recover from...

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2025/05/15

Rachel Boehm is a leading authority on burnout prevention, workplace stress and sustainable high performance. She empowers decision-makers to protect themselves and their teams against the costs of burnout which can be in the tens of thousands per employee. Her services include leadership coaching, team training, and culture change initiatives, ultimately enhancing employee engagement, retention, and client satisfaction. She holds a national board certification in health and wellness

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#120: Humanizing the Offboarding Process with Angel...

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2025/05/08

Angel Cruzado is the Founder & CEO of Respiris, a company on a mission to reinspire how we approach offboarding. Angel has spent his career in HR with startups, venture-backed companies, and publicly traded Fortune 500 companies. He understands transitions on a personal level, too, having built his own career from the ground up after being laid off and laying 50% of an entire company. His experiences fuel Respiris’ mission: to make sure no one experiences transitions alone.Top 3

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26:55

#119: Untangling Your Brand: High-Impact Brand...

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2025/05/01

As KidGlov’s founder, president, and chief strategist, Lyn leads their diverse team of talented professionals to drive growth through strategic branding and marketing communications. She has been instrumental in promoting regional and national organizations such as Immanuel, Lincoln Community Foundation, HopeSpoke, St. Monica’s, Regency Shopping Center, MembersOwn Credit Union, Farmers & Merchants Bank, Union Bank & Trust, and Bryan Health.Top 3 Takeaways Give it a Boost. A strong

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29:27

#118: Reimagining the Modern Workplace with Stela...

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2025/04/24

Stela Lupushor is on a mission to humanize the workplace. She works with the Conference Board’s Fortune 500 corporations-members on rethinking their workplace strategies; leads Reframe.Work Inc. and consults on how to create inclusive workplaces through the use of technology, human-centered design, people analytics, and future-thinking; and founded amazing.community, a nonprofit extending the work horizon for women. Previously she transformed the workplace at the intersection of technology,

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27:26

#117: How Purpose-Driven Business Drives Growth with...

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2025/04/17

Marshall is a Partner and majority owner of Knight Agency, a marketing firm that builds from inside out. They use storytelling to help companies connect people and strategy, driving performance. He acquired Knight through Meraki Investments, which he founded to invest in companies making a difference. He is also a shareholder of Lockton, the largest family owned insurance brokerage, where he worked for 14 years. He lives in KC with his wife Nora and two children, Miles and Sloane.Top 3

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26:33

#116: Transform Your Company by Building a Culture of...

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2025/04/10

Daniel Chait is CEO and Co-founder of Greenhouse. As a technology entrepreneur in New York for over 22 years, Dan is a frequent speaker on the topics of recruiting and entrepreneurship. He has presented at numerous venues, including the General Assembly, the University of Michigan Center for Entrepreneurship, Launch Scale, DEMO Traction and the Wharton Entrepreneurship Conference. Dan graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in Computer Engineering (#GoBlue!).Top 3

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#115: How Conscious Leadership Transforms Business...

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2025/04/03

Aileda Lindal, widely recognized as "The Business Alchemist," is a conscious leader with over three decades of experience driving innovation and resilience across industries. From leading crisis management for New York City’s medical sector during the COVID-19 pandemic to consulting in aerospace, retail, and banking, her career showcases her strategic vision and ability to deliver scalable solutions under pressure. Aileda empowers business owners and executives with actionable strategies to

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#114: Balancing Tradition and Innovation: Dr. David...

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2025/03/27

David Goodman is Dean of the Woods College of Advancing Studies and Executive Director of the Center for Psychological Humanities and Ethics at Boston College. He also serves on the faculty of three departments: Formative Education, Counseling, Developmental, and Educational Psychology, and Philosophy. Dr. Goodman currently serves as the Series Editor for the Psychology and the Other Book Series with Routledge. He has authored and edited over a dozen books. Co-authored with Matthew

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