The Workplace Communication Podcast
Episodes
#141 - The Human Cost of Change and How Leaders Can Do Better with Myriane Ouellette
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Change at work is often treated like a checklist: new strategy, new structure, new expectations. But what rarely gets named is what people are actuall...
#140 - Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss with Dr Laura Hambley Lovett
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some bosses don't just manage - they control, manipulate, and undermine, leaving employees walking on eggshells every day. The stress, self-doubt, and...
#139 - Unlocking Leadership Excellence through Psychological Safety with Kelly Meerbott
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From coaching a four-star general to navigating a toxic corporate culture where retaliation, exclusion, and silencing were part of daily life, Kelly M...
138 - Powerful Policy Writing to Maximize Engagement with Lewis Eisen
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's collaborative workplaces, outdated "command and control" policy language feels completely out of step. Instead of encouraging cooperation, ...
#137 - Inside-Out Leadership: Transforming How You Lead at Work and in Life with Monica Chang
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The titles, promotions, and financial rewards keep stacking up, but then comes the quiet realization that the ladder you've been climbing has been lea...
#136 - Instilling Confidence Through Sports With Amy Buchan Siegfried
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever found yourself in the middle of a conversation about the Super Bowl and thought, "Wait… when is that again?" Or maybe you've smiled and nodded ...
#135 - Conquering Imposter Syndrome While Building Skills and Confidence with Sue Musson
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt like you're the only one in the room who doesn't quite belong, even though you've earned your seat a hundred times over? As a young woman na...
#134 - The Art of Effective Communication and How To Overcome Communication Gaps with John Whitehead
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
No matter where you are in the world, communication is at the heart of everything - how we lead, how we connect, and how we get things done. Yet even ...
#133 - Essential Communication Skills for Professionals in the Ever Evolving Healthcare Industry with Shweta Ramkumar
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's a language barrier, a generational gap, cultural misunderstandings, or the invisible walls built by socioeconomic class, communication in...
#132 - What Does It Take To Build a Good Business with Anant Nyshadham
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For years, many companies have viewed worker wellbeing as an expense, but what if this mindset is holding them back from true success? According to An...
#131 - Unleashing Your Authentic Leadership: Breaking Free From Societal Expectations with Sarah Schneider
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine navigating the world of leadership while juggling the weight of societal expectations, constantly being the reliable go-to person, yet feeling...
#130 - Fostering Wellness Through Career Change with Layne "The Auctionista"
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Making a career change is no easy feat. But for Layne "The Auctionista," it's been nothing short of transformative. From a financial advisor to redefi...
#129 - Finding Strength While Navigating Life and Business After Loss with Lindsay Lapaquette
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2024 was a year that forced me to re-evaluate everything –personally and professionally. Last year wasn't just about running a business; it was a...
#128 - Are You "One of the Guys"? with Emily Nichols
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Being "one of the guys" has always been seen as an achievement. A recognition of having made it. Oftentimes, 'guy' related phrases are thrown around, ...
#127 - Unlocking the Power of Irrelevant Leadership: A New Approach to Leading with Phil Jewell
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From navigating a farm restaurant job as a teenager to leading soldiers in combat during his mid-20s with the British and Canadian armies, and eventua...
#126 - Strengthening a People and Results Culture with Pierre Battah
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leading a team where the focus on humanity and results seamlessly coexists may seem like an unattainable goal, doesn't it? For many leaders, striking ...
#125 - Learn How Following The Roadmap to Building Inner Resilience Will Help You Grow with Mark Black
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marathons on their own are tough. But imagine running a marathon with someone else's heart and lungs. Mark Black is a living testament to the incredib...
#124 - We Can No Longer Ignore the Corporate Culture "Elephant in the Room" with Watchen Nyanue Hampton
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Workplace Communication Podcast, we're talking with Watchen Nyanue Hampton, Founder & CEO at I Choose the Ladder,...
#123 - Life, Resilience, & Doing the Hard Things with Ashley Farrar
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many times, we find ourselves on the wild roller coaster called life - navigating twists, turns, and unexpected loops along the way. We push thr...
#122 - Authentic Leadership and Critical Communication Skills with Dan Owolabi
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether or not we want to admit it, for many of us, leadership has been defined by authority and control. However, now is the time to step int...
#121 - Why Better Conversations Make for Better Futures with Jason Doiron
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever tallied up the number of meetings you've been in since you stepped into the workforce? How many of those have dragged on endlessly, achie...
#120 - Create More Peace, Productivity, and Profit in Your Workplace with Penny Tremblay
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ever spending your profits on resolving conflicts that could have been solved with just a thoughtful 5-minute conversation early on? Mediat...
#119 - Let's Put the "Human" Back in Human Resources with Mark Mears
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a world where work often feels like a routine, Mark Mears, Founder & Chief Growth Officer at LEAF Growth Ventures brings a refreshing perspe...
#118 - Getting Real 2023: A Sneak Peek Behind the Scenes with Lindsay Lapaquette
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reflecting on what's working, what is not, and adjusting path is second nature to me. I don't do New Years resolutions. I think they're a bunc...
#117 - LEAD TOGETHER: Stop Squirreling Away Power and Build A Better Team with Tania Luna
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rethinking power dynamics in the workplace is a conversation rarely ventured into, yet it lies at the core of prevalent challenges such as disengageme...
#116 - Regain Your Power through Self-Awareness and Healing with Catherine Kontos
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Catherine Kontos showcased exceptional resilience as she confronted the harsh reality of stage 3 breast cancer amid a tumultuous divorce, all wh...
#115 - How to Build a Strong, High-Performance Culture as an Introvert with Rico Nasol
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the leadership world, the spotlight often shines brightest on the extroverts, those charismatic individuals who command attention with thei...
#114 - Why Communication Is Key to Banishing Burnout Among High Achievers with Julian Reeve
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Julian Reeve's professional journey through the music industry was an exhilarating rollercoaster ride, filled with soaring highs that rival Broadway's...
#113 - Using an Agile Mindset Framework to Solve Complex DEI Problems with Angel G. Henry
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In an era where the pursuit of equity has yet to be achieved, it is glaringly evident that individuals who hold minoritized identities continue ...
#112 - The Risks and Perils of the Rise of Disordered Minds in Leadership with Ian Hughes
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leadership positions, even in democratic societies, often become breeding grounds for the abuse of power. This alarming reality is evident right...
#111 - Why Culture is Key When Dealing with International Teams with Janet Livingstone
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine a workplace where the diverse backgrounds of your colleagues enrich every project and the understanding cultural nuances becomes a super...
#110 - Ignite Your Influence and Impact by Embracing Who You Are with Richard Newman
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Richard Newman's path to communication prowess was far from conventional. At the tender age of four, he found himself grappling with the feeling...
#109 - Finding Common Ground and Leading Across the Generations in The New Normal with Vivek Iyyani
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The dynamics of multigenerational teams have become increasingly complex. From major advances in technology, to different values, and differin...
#108 - Are Your Chronically Ill Employees Challenging You and Your Leadership? with Julie Hamilton
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine having to navigate the challenges of living with a chronic illness. Now imagine having to deal with the additional burden of a job that ...
#107 - 4 Strategies to Help You Build and Sustain Trust-Based Relationships with Ingrid Christensen
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Trust is the secret ingredient that holds relationships together, weaving an intricate tapestry of human connections. But what exactly does trus...
#106 - Profits, People, and Purpose: Smarter Collaboration for Engagement and Performance with Dr. Heidi K. Gardner
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the vast realm of workplace dynamics, it is all too easy to fall prey to the alluring pitfall of misinterpreting mere harmony as genuine coll...
#105 - Keeping it Fair for Everyone: Integrity & Neutrality in Investigation Processes with Dean Benard
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a world where speaking up can often feel futile, where justice and fairness seem elusive, and where workplace conflicts can leave us feeling ...
#104 - How to Spot and Address Conflict on Remote and Virtual Teams with Carol Bowser
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Driven by her passion for conflict resolution, Carol Bowser's journey began in community mediation training. There, she discovered the profound signif...
#103 - How to Lead with Kindness in your Communications with Katrina German
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Katrina German, a visionary entrepreneur and passionate advocate for social change, is revolutionizing our relationship with technology through ...
#102 - How to Stop Hostility and Incivility from Becoming the New Normal with Shelby Scarbrough
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shelby Scarbrough has worked in the White House as a member of President Ronald Reagan's advance team and a protocol officer in the U.S. Departm...
#101 - Building a World-Class Workplace Culture Full of Happy People with Darrin Jahnel
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Darrin Jahnel has had the heart of an entrepreneur since the day he was born. From a software engineer with multiple side-hustles to $70,000 in ...
#100 - Celebrating the 100th Milestone at The Workplace Communication Podcast with Madeleine Farrar
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anyone who knows me knows I am a wee bit passionate about communication. A brief interaction can touch your soul and change your life when you t...
#099 - How to Prepare for Change When You Don't Know What Change is Coming with Jim Frawley
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Change is an inescapable aspect of our lives. It often happens faster than we are able to adapt. One of the challenges we face during change is ...
#098 - 7 Steps to Turn Your Biggest Weakness Into Your Strongest Defense with Christian Espinosa
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Christian Espinosa was convinced from an early age that his intellect was his greatest asset. This belief served him well until he became a CEO ...
#097 - 10 Ways to Overcome Your Fear of Failure with Faisal Hoque
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Faisal Hoque is no stranger to the typical hurdles of life. After building a highly successful company in his late twenties, he learned that thi...
#096 - Learn How to Enhance Team Collaboration Through Cognitive Diversity with Carolynne Wintrip
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Working as a team of diverse members with hundreds of differences is something that many of us have yet to master. One thing that often remains ...
#095 - Holding the Calm with Hesha Abrams
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a nationally acclaimed attorney mediator, Hesha Abrams has earned her stripes as a Professional peace maker by mediating everything from busi...
#094 - Learn How to Create Unmuted Leaders and Organizations Using a Holistic Approach with Heather Hansen
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After graduating with double degrees in International Relations: Language & Society and German Language, Heather Hansen moved abroad and began w...
#093 - Getting Real 2022: A Sneak Peek Behind the Scenes with Lindsay Lapaquette
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After listening to a recent podcast episode, my mentor commented that there wasn't a single sign of the mountains of struggles I've been dealing...
#092 - How You Can Achieve Peak Performance Without Balance or Burnout with Jerome Myers
26 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After working 60-hour weeks for multiple years and laying off 100s of people, Jerome Myers realized that despite his long list of accomplishment...
#091 - Harnessing the Power of Leading from the Heart with Mark C. Crowley
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mark C. Crowley had a tumultuous childhood. His mother died when he was very young, spiraling his father into years of abusive behaviour towards...
#090 - Bridging the Divide: How to Heal a Divided Nation with Frederick T. Golder
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Workplace communication can often give rise to conflict as people intensely share and defend different opinions on topics they are passionate ab...
#089 - 7 Forms of Respect for More Effective Communication with Julie Pham
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The golden rule that you should treat others the way you want to be treated yourself never quite made sense to Julie Pham. What if the way you l...
#088 - The One Thing You Need to Build a Successful Business with Robbie Samuels
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When a decade of building a reputation as a networking expert became irrelevant overnight, as in-person events disappeared, Robbie Samuels swift...
#087 - The Top Secrets of Setting and Achieving Company Goals with Michael King
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a teenager who found his way into some pretty dark places over the years, Michael King felt like a misfit. When he began dating the youth pastor...
#086 - From Conflict to Courage with Marlene Chism
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
According to Marlene Chism, conflict isn't the problem - mismanagement of conflict is. If you think of almost any conflict you've ever had, it c...
#085 - The Five Steps to Protect Your Time with Don Khouri
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have clarity on your priorities to an extent that it is easy to make daily decisions on when to accept requests for your time? While ma...
#084 - How To Become The Woman In The Room Everyone Listens To with Teresa Vozza
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Having spent many years as the only woman executive on a team, Teresa Vozza spent much of her time looking to men as her role models. It was o...
#083 - Why the First 100 Days of a New Employee Are Critical with Marc Reifenrath
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Marc Reifenrath started Spinutech as a Junior in College. By tapping into common sense, he built a company that experienced zero turnover in i...
#082 - Assertiveness Myths Debunked: What Nobody Tells You with Ivna Curi
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After getting passed over time and time again for promotions, feeling disrespected and even invisible at times, Ivna Currie, knew that something need...
#081 - Enhance Your Life Through Communication with Odell Bizzell
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Odell Bizzell's career journey has spanned everything from high school candy store mogul to prison guard to Communication Expert. The common t...
#080 - Leading with Character with Barry Lewis Green
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As an educator, Barry found himself faced with a student who had just admitted that he'd missed course deadlines because he had a gambling probl...
#079 - Unleashing the Benefits of Digital Empathy at Work with McKenna Sweazey
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"What does good connection look like to you?". Rather than assuming what is needed for teams to work well together remotely, it's a question t...
#078 - Go Beyond Emotional Intelligence For Maximum Results with Amy Lynn Durham
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find yourself facing a case of the Sunday scaries as each weekend winds down, dreading going back to work the next day? How can we all fi...
#077 - How to Learn from Failure with Alyssa Cox
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
No matter how hard we may try to control business outcomes, nothing ever goes perfectly according to plan. In fact, sometimes, things go so fa...
#076 - How To Develop Cross-Cultural Skills as a Leader with Rajesh Kumar
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Succeeding in a global business environment isn't as easy as one might think. It's not as straightforward as knowing that there's a market for y...
#075 - Why Your Data-Driven Approach to Consistent Growth is BS with Tim Cakir
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is being data-driven something that you use to describe yourself? Have you ever stopped to reflect on where data may be driving your decisions in...
#075 - Why Your Data-Driven Approach to Consistent Growth is BS with Tim Cakir
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is being data-driven something that you use to describe yourself? Have you ever stopped to reflect on where data may be driving your decisions in th...
#074 - COVID-19 and the HR Industry: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly with Neil Cosby
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The COVID-19 pandemic has completely reshaped the role of HR in the workplace. From navigating employee relations to health and safety to stayin...
#073 - The Great Leadership Reset - Reinventing as Real Time Leaders with Michelle Ray
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Are you in it for the money and the position, or are you in it because you want to be of service to your team and help them to be the best that th...
#072 - Building a Culture of Excellence through Fearless Feedback with Patrick Cootes
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If there was one thing that Patrick Cootes could change in the world, it would be changing human psychology so that having your beliefs challenge...
#071 - How to Master Virtual Meetings and Reclaim Your Sanity with Lauren Sergy
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you love it, hate it, or are somewhere in between, video calls and virtual meetings are undoubtedly here to stay. Heck, my kids don't eve...
#070 - The 5 Pillars of Influential Executive Presence with Michael Teape
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You're in a management position and yet, you've never been trained on how to manage people. Yikes, right? How do you inspire people to follow ...
#069 - How To Boost Your Team's Resilience with Simon Trevarthen
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Work from home. Return to the office. Work from home. Return to the office. Work from home. Return to the office. Regardless of your...
#068 - Getting Real: A Sneak Peek Behind the Scenes with Lindsay Lapaquette
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In many ways, 2021 felt like climbing one of those mountains where each time I thought I was *almost* at the peak, I'd wind the corner to realize that...
#067 - Building Trust & Engagement to Stand Out in a Virtual World with Peter Hopwood
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Building trust and engagement in a virtual world is all about the little things. It's about being able to establish a genuine connection with someone ...
#066 - Leadership Lessons From 40 Years at Sea with Paul Rutter
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Living and working with both your co-workers and customers 24 hours/day, 7 days/week brings with it a unique set of challenges and experiences. ...
#065 - Developing the Leadership Skills and Mindset to Thrive in a VUCA World with David Gouthro
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The past couple of years have been anything but predictable. A lot of people have found the sudden need to constantly adapt to undesired chang...
#064 - Get Good At Presenting with Ease and Authenticity with Lee Jackson
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"The best presenters are people who are comfortable in their own skin." On this episode of The Workplace Communication Podcast we're joined by...
#063 - Crisis Communications: Protecting Your Brands with Jeff Hahn
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Crisis management has taken a whole new turn since the era of social media. According to Jeff Hahn, expert in reputation management and crisis...
#062 - Leadership Lessons for the Backyard and the Boardroom with Dr. Troy Hall
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Are you willing to be wrong to further what is right?". This is just one of the powerful questions shared by Dr. Troy's mom, Fanny, who was d...
#061 - How Leaders Can Escape the Feedback Cycle of Shame and Blame with Denise Cooper
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"When is that moment when [my] brain goes to shaming, blaming, defensiveness, victimization, patronization, persecution?" According to Denise ...
#060 - How to Create a Fulfilling Workplace with Emily Melious
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From the time Emily Melious was a college student, she recognized how rarely people ended up finding themselves in fulfilling careers. As she got ...
#059 - Creating a Psychologically Safe Workspace Using Positive Psychology & Play with Jeff Harry
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it that somewhere between childhood and adulthood, many of us start to shift away from our playful nature and into a more serious business pe...
#058 - It's Not Career or Conscience -- It's Career and Conscience with Richard Shell
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What's the most important thing needed to lead with your values, conscience, and ethics in the workplace? According to Richard Shell, senior faculty m...
#057 - Reimagining Honesty for Leaders & Organizations with Ron Carucci
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Since we were kids, we've been told that honesty is the best policy. Kids certainly have no problem telling us exactly what is on their minds. And y...
#056 - How to Use the Superpower Method to get a 30% Raise within 90 Days with Christy Rutherford
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With over 20 years of leadership experience, as Founder of Vision Finder International, Christy Rutherford, assists executive women with getting promo...
#055 - Taking Time to Refocus, Refuel and Recharge with Lindsay Lapaquette
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Summer is here! After a long year, we've decided to take a good moment to slow down and create more space to refuel and recharge, so we can be b...
#054 - The Science Behind Success with Jayson Krause
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As a Canadian national team bobsled pilot who competed against the best in the world, Jayson Krause discovered that the littlest things can be t...
#053 - How to Build a Resilient Organization with Julian Roberts
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
While working in senior strategic positions in global multinational corporations, Julian Roberts came to realize that what he loved most about h...
#052 - Leadership for Sustainable Performance and Impact with Dan Edds
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
So much of the focus on leadership development is on developing the skills of individual leaders. With his background in systems design and syst...
#051- The Benefits of Embracing A Good Enough Now Mindset with Jessica Pettitt
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jess Pettitt is one of a kind. As a former diversity and inclusion specialist by day / NYC stand-up comedy by night, she eventually decided to q...
#050 - The Hidden Powers of Communication with Caroline Stagg
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Following a degree in behavioural psychology; a career in corporate communications and as a freelance journaIist, Caroline Stagg turned to hel...
#049 - What It's Like to Be LGBTQ In the Workplace? with Melanie Parish
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"How can I make this easy for you? Because I want to." Powerful words by Melanie Parish about how to support members of the LGBTQ community ...
#048 - High Performance Mentoring with Paul Higgins
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In 2011, Paul Higgins found himself faced with a life-changing decision. With a long-standing inherited kidney condition, his doctor told him that i...
#047 - Owning Your Responsibility as a Leader for Maximum Growth with Phyllis Reid-Jarvis
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Phyllis Reid-Jarvis, Founder of Ultimate Potentials Corporation believes that if we ever get to be unapologetically comfortable with ourselves a...
#046 - The Secret to Super Productivity with Christina Eanes
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One day, Christina Eanes realized that she couldn't spend the next 30 years of her career looking for bodies in the woods. Her career shifted from b...
#045 - Implementing a Culture of Psychological Safety in Large Organizations with Dan Cockerell
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Cockerell's career evolved from a parking attendant at Disney's Epcot Center to VP of Epcot, VP of Disney's Hollywood Studios and eventually, VP...
#044 - 3 Ways to Find New Opportunities and Drive Professional Success with Brine Hamilton
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brine Hamilton remembers a time in his life when he had nothing but a futon and a TV he'd gotten from an abandoned store in his apartment. The TV di...
#043 - The Business Case for Creating a Role of Chief Wellness Officer with Tim Borys
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As a former elite athlete, New York Yankees draft pick, and national level coach, Tim Borys is an expert at eliciting higher performance from ...