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Building Success Through Human Connections
We believe in the transformative power of relationships. Our core values, prominently displayed on our “About Us” page, encircle our mascot, Manny, with that message

The Impact of Storytelling in Business and Leadership
Lessons from Innovation Expert Susan Lindner Leaders are constantly seeking ways to influence, engage, and inspire their teams. While data and facts have their place,

Best Practices for Podcast Hosts (From the Editor’s Perspective)
Written by Lucy Uhrick, Audio Engineer, PeopleForward Network As an Audio Engineer at PeopleForward Network, I’ve noticed some common issues that could probably be avoided

From the Inside Out: Your First Season of Internal Comms
There is so much digital content floating around in the universe right now, but podcasts have captured the attention of millions. We know what you’re

Embracing a Growth Mindset: The Five-Stage Growth Cycle at Hometown Logistics
In an era where personal and professional growth is paramount, companies that prioritize the holistic development of their employees stand out from the crowd. One

Celebrating Three Years with Six Ways to Lead From the Heart
Since the day PeopleForward Network was started, Meaningful Manny has been working hard behind the scenes to create this exceptional culture and community that we

Mastering the Art of Delegation: Insights from Jenna Spencer, Founder of AssistPro
As leaders, we often find ourselves drowning in a sea of tasks and responsibilities, leaving little time to focus on our core strengths and strategic

Superpowers and Kryptonite
Mona Veiseh, the CEO of NuWest Healthcare, has been instrumental in the company’s 500% growth year-over-year for the last three years. What’s helped drive their

Well-being at Work: Employees Have a Part
“Take accountability, make great suggestions, and be part of the solution.” That’s Dr. Angelo Venditti’s approach to supporting the well-being of his team members. As

Shifting from Reactive to Creative Leadership
The Pitfalls of Reactive Leadership In an episode on the Gut + Science podcast, Jim Bishop, an executive coach specializing in helping midlife leaders, delved

Communicate Your Story
People connect to personal and professional brands best through the stories they tell. Can you clearly convey who you are, what you do, and why

Six Imperatives for a Successful People Strategy
There are multiple components involved in getting and staying healthy, and they’re all intertwined. Howard Cleveland and Meg Crosby, Co-Founders of PeopleCap Advisors, have created

Unlocking the Power of Connection with Steven Van Cohen
Steven Van Cohen believes social disconnection is a silent epidemic in the workplace. Steven, best-selling author and connection expert joined host Nikki Lewallen Gregory on

The VALUE Method: Chellie Phillips’ Secret to Building Highly Engaged Teams
Chellie Phillips, an international bestselling author and leadership expert, recently shared her powerful VALUE method for creating thriving workplace cultures on the Gut + Science

Powerful Communication
Soft skills, like communication, determine 85% of job success, which is why Dr. Ali Atkison, a keynote speaker and trainer, uses brain science to help