The People-First Journey.
LATEST INSPIRATION

Real-Life Success Stories – Asynchronous Meetings in Action
Thrive Through Async: Rethinking Meetings for the Modern Workplace (3/5) If you’re still wondering whether asynchronous meetings really work, let me tell you—they’re not just

Four Years of PeopleForward Network
—from Nikki Lewallen Gregory Four years ago, I launched PeopleForward Network with one simple but powerful belief: Work should be meaningful. Not just a

Structuring Effective Asynchronous Meetings – A Step-by-Step Guide
Thrive Through Async: Rethinking Meetings for the Modern Workplace (2/5) Asynchronous meetings are not a free-for-all. Done right, they can drive more impact than a

The Hidden Goldmine: Why Your Guest List Could Be Worth More Than Your Marketing Budget
Most podcasters are sitting on a goldmine and don’t even know it. While you’re focused on download numbers, the smartest hosts are turning their guest

Embracing Asynchronous Meetings – A New Era of Collaboration
Thrive Through Async: Rethinking Meetings for the Modern Workplace (1/5) Let’s be honest. Most meetings? Energy vampires. You show up, but the real magic—the ideas,

Operating from Your Highest and Best Self: The Inner Work Behind Meaningful Leadership
At PeopleForward Network, we believe leadership is personal. It’s not just a set of professional competencies or a title on a business card. It’s the

Make It Count: The Power of High-Touch Leadership in a High-Speed World
At PeopleForward Network, high touch isn’t just how we work—it’s who we are. In a world obsessed with speed, scale, and automation, it’s easy to

Traditional Employment Is Dead—Here’s What Comes Next
The way we work is undergoing a radical transformation. For years, businesses have attempted to improve employee engagement within the confines of traditional employment structures.

The 8 Archetypes of Influence: A Framework for Magnetic Leadership
Leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about creating meaningful influence. Influence is the ability to shift someone’s belief or behavior, and the best leaders

Digital Transformation Is Human Transformation
The conversation around artificial intelligence and digital transformation often begins with tools—what they can do, how they boost efficiency, and how they automate routine tasks.

How Immersive Service Changed My Life—and Can Transform Your Workplace Too
—from Nikki Lewallen Gregory Last year, I joined a mission trip that completely changed me. And I don’t say that lightly. After just the first

A Season of Growth for People-Forward Leaders
There’s a unique kind of energy in the air this time of year. April reminds us that change is possible—that even after the longest seasons

The Future of Healthcare is Rooted in Human Dignity
Rethinking Healthcare from the Ground Up The U.S. healthcare system has long been criticized for being costly, convoluted, and impersonal. But beyond the statistics and

The Power of Strategic Communication in Crisis Management
Understanding Crisis Communication in a Digital Age In today’s fast-paced, interconnected world, companies are constantly under public scrutiny. When a crisis arises, the response needs

Building a Learning Organization: Unlocking Innovation and Growth
The Power of a Learning Culture A thriving organization is one where learning is at the core. People are naturally driven to learn, evolve, and