This episode touches on the themes of Strengthen Culture and Practical Psychology.In this episode, we explore what infuses trauma and toxic stress into our workplaces, and examine the 3 steps to address them. This is also the first epis...

Our new season drops next week, and we are really excited for the new look and some new changes!Make sure you catch us when the new episode drops, and don't be fooled by our new look!

In this episode, we explore 3 questions from listeners and conversations with clients:What are businesses missing in implementation?How do I make sure I am not micromanaging? •What are some tips for recruitmen...

Check out the podcast episodes: Episode 11: Performance Management in Retail (Part 1 - August 14, 2025)Episode 11: Performance Management in Retail (Part 2 - August 28, 2025)

In this episode, we explore common yet ineffective employee engagement activities. We recap some points around employee engagement from past episodes, while providing some clarity on why what you might be implementing is not working.Our ...

In this episode, we explore the causes of poor leadership and dig into what it takes to lead with integrity effectively. This is a must-listen conversation for managers. Also, Coby apologies for the poor quality of his mic.O...

In this episode, we dig into how important the connection between HR and Operations is to an organization's success and scalability.Our prescription for this episode is to take a hard look at who HR reports to and what HR's role in the ...

In this episode, we explore how companies are commonly evaluated for their total worth for acquisition, and what elements impact that evaluation. If you work for a company that is maybe not seeing the direct value of investing in employee perfo...

In this episode, we explore the necessary prerequisites that organizations (whether it is private investment or public funding) require for you to receive funding successfully. Whether you are a nonprofit or small business, this is a conversati...

In this episode, we explore 3 questions from listeners and conversations with clients:How do you fix the culture in a Trauma-infused workplace?What advice would you give to someone going through a messy change, but does not...

In this episode, we investigate The Business Law of the Linchpin, which is when The dependency businesses create on a single person or position for stability and growth puts the business’ sustainability at risk.Our prescription for this...

In this episode, we explore the truth and reality behind personality tests and psychometrics. As great of a tool as psychometrics are (learning styles, communication preferences, etc.) they are only good for the single purpose that they are des...

In this episode, we explore the concept of Managing Up, which is how to adjust your approach when working with your boss or a difficult boss to improve your professional relationship and help them get the most out of you.Our prescriptio...

In this episode, we explore some common barriers and situations that business leaders and HR professionals need to overcome to effectively prioritize putting a strong budget behind addressing workplace culture challenges.Our prescriptio...

In this episode, we explore 3 questions from listeners and conversations with clients:  1.      What Do You Do When The Founder Is Too Stressed To Invest In Solving Business Issues?   2.    &n...

In this episode, we participate inPodcasthon and are dedicating a full episode to talk about a charity that we feel needs to be highlighted, Local Food Banks.Our prescription for this episode is to understand how important Food...

In this episode, we examine some practical DOs and DON'Ts when it comes to understanding and improving employee well-being.Our prescription for this episode is to realize that is not off-the-shelf programs and initiatives that will have...

In this episode, we examine the type of fatigue or burnout that has been hitting companies everywhere impacting their ability to implement programs and systems to adapt to the evolving needs of the business world.Our prescription for th...

In this episode, we explore the expected outcomes of the topical reality of massive cuts to federal government employees. This conversation was inspired by the recent cuts to the US public service but is not exclusively about what is happening ...

In this episode, we explore some psychological concepts and principles that can help us better understand both those we work with and ourselves.Coby walks us through these 3 concepts:The real meaning of Introversion and Extr...

In this episode, we explore 3 questions from listeners and conversations with clients:  1.      What tools or initiatives do you think businesses should focus on for 2025?  2.     Why can we n...

In this episode, we examine some of the business trends from 2024 in hopes of identifying some lessons to aid us in 2025. Largely, there have been many reactive and performative solutions that are causing fatigue among leaders and HR profession...

In this episode, we examine what managers can do when they feel they have lazy or unmotivated employees on their team. Starting with understanding how their behavior has gotten there.Our prescription for this episode is to understand wh...

In this episode, we examine why and how leaders can create a toxic environment, and how and why companies protect those leaders.Our prescription for this episode is to understand misguided structure and opinions that create and shelter ...

In this episode, we examine what it takes to get people interested and committed to workplace culture change. This conversation is relevant to employees at all level. Our prescription for this episode is to understand the biggest roadbl...