People Centric Podcast

People Centric Podcast

The People Centric Podcast is hosted by People Centric Consulting Group. Our vision is to put people at the center of every organization. Our mission is to build healthy cultures where people are aligned and empowered. This show confronts work head-on to help you learn how to navigate difficulties, change cultures, and lead better. We want work to be more than just a ”J-O-B”. We want individuals, teams, and companies to be People Centric by creating cultures where people are aligned, empowered, and at the center of every decision.

Episodes

March 18, 2026 27 mins
This week on The People Centric Podcast, we revisit a topic we have talked about a lot: assigning intent. Starting from a neutral and curious mindset can prevent negative stories from taking over and it can help teams stay connected when things get messy.   But today we talk about maturing the concept, because we have also seen it weaponized. Sometimes people use good intent as a shield. Things like, I did not intend for that to ha...
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This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about de-escalation. With so much uncertainty right now, we are seeing more frustration at work and emotions sitting closer to the surface. When tension is high, small moments can turn into big reactions fast.

  We share a simple process for diffusing high emotion situations in a way that protects the relationship and helps people move forward together.   Our de-escalation process: ...
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    March 4, 2026 37 mins
    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about boreout. We have all heard of burnout, when you are overwhelmed and overworked. But what happens when you are underworked, under challenged, or just not mentally engaged?   We break down what boreout can look like at work and how it often shows up in ways people do not expect. It can look like procrastination, low energy, feeling disconnected, or even feeling irritable and unmo...

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    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about ownership in the context of manager feedback. Not all feedback is clear. Not all feedback is delivered well. And sometimes the situation is not even your fault. The question becomes what is your responsibility in that moment.   We explore the idea that you cannot change other people. You can only change how you respond and how you show up. Ownership does not mean taking the bla...
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    February 18, 2026 34 mins

    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about community. Not where you live, but the basic human need to belong.

      We explore why community matters to people and why it plays such an important role at work. When people feel connected, supported, and seen, trust grows and work gets better. When community is missing, people feel isolated, disengaged, and less likely to speak up.   We talk about what community at work really ...
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    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about the boss costume. The version of leadership that shows up when someone feels like they need to posture, perform, or play a role instead of being themselves.   We explore what happens when leaders put on the boss costume and how it affects trust, communication, and connection on a team. While it may feel protective in the moment, posturing often creates distance and makes it har...

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    February 4, 2026 38 mins

    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about judging performance and why most of us are not very good at it. Not because we are careless, but because we often forget what we should actually be judging. We explore how performance conversations get off track when we do not look at job expectations, agreed upon goals, or real metrics. Instead, we rely on assumptions, opinions, or what we personally think someone should be d...

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    January 28, 2026 29 mins
    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about what happens when a team gets out of sync and how to bring alignment back. Misalignment does not usually come from bad intentions. It comes from missed conversations, unclear priorities, and not having shared visibility into what is happening.   We break down why real alignment requires at least two people actively contributing to the conversation, not just one person talking. ...
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    January 21, 2026 35 mins
    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about a powerful real world example of problem solving done well. A medical team brought in a Formula One pit crew to review their process, improve efficiency, and reduce errors. And it worked.   We break down why this story matters beyond healthcare. Great problem solving is not just about having the right answer. It starts with recognizing there is a problem and actually wanting to...
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    January 14, 2026 41 mins

    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we focus on something we do not talk about enough at work: how to receive feedback well.

      We spend a lot of time teaching people how to give feedback, but receiving it can be just as hard. We talk about why feedback often feels uncomfortable, what happens when emotions take over, and why even well meant feedback can be tough to hear.   From the employee perspective, we explore how to stay o...

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    January 7, 2026 36 mins
    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about taking stock before setting goals for 2026. Before you rush into new plans, it can help to pause and look at what is working, what is not, and what you are carrying that you do not need anymore.

    We lean into a simple idea: sometimes the best next step is not adding more. It is subtracting. Letting go of the goals, habits, meetings, projects, or expectations that are draining e...

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    December 17, 2025 48 mins
    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about what it really means to be People Centric. We break down how to build workplaces that are healthier, happier, aligned, and empowered — not by adding more programs or slogans, but by understanding what people actually need and what organizations actually need.

    We look at the four things people want in order to thrive: purpose, community, autonomy, and development. Then we talk ...

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    December 10, 2025 24 mins
    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we talk about how to wrap up a strategic plan as the year winds down and how to move into next year with clarity and confidence. We look at real workplace questions like:
    • What happens when a goal changes
    • When it makes sense to adjust a goal
    • When you should keep pushing
    • And what to do if you made progress but did not finish
    We also talk about why celebrating wins along the way m...
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    December 3, 2025 41 mins
    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we dig into problem solving and why people approach it so differently. Some of us love to brainstorm out loud. Some of us want to listen first. Some jump in fast. Others need time to think.   We talk about how leaders can develop their teams to either bring problems, bring solutions, or bring both in a healthy and useful way. Then we break down how our communication styles show up when we fa...
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    November 19, 2025 34 mins
    This week on The People Centric Podcast, we’re talking about therapy. Not as therapists, but as people who believe it can benefit everyone. We explore why mental health isn’t just personal, it’s professional too.   From the employee perspective, we discuss what it means to show up for yourself and ask for support. From the manager’s view, we unpack how to create space for honest conversations and emotional safety. And from the exec...

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    Humans have a natural tendency to go all or nothing: either fully engaged or completely checked out, either totally into fitness or eating an entire pizza in 45 seconds, either saving every penny or emptying the bank account. In this episode, we challenge that mindset by introducing the concept of levers versus dials. Levers are simple: on or off. But dials give you nuance, flexibility, and control. Dials are harder to manage.   We...

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    November 5, 2025 33 mins
    Healthy conflict is a sign of a strong team. It means people care enough to share ideas, challenge perspectives, and grow together. But when conflict turns into fighting, the workplace suffers. In this episode, we explore the difference between productive conflict and destructive fighting.   We unpack behaviors like villainizing coworkers, power plays, copying the boss, and petty competition. Those actions that fracture trust and c...

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    Effective management isn’t a mystery—it’s a cycle. In this episode, we break down what we call the management cycle: observe, give feedback, determine ownership, then coach or hold accountable. It’s a simple framework that helps leaders stay focused, fair, and people centric.   Employees will gain insight into how great managers make decisions and support growth. Managers will learn how to apply this cycle consistently to build tru...

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    October 22, 2025 33 mins
    AI tools are everywhere now, but are we using them wisely? In this episode, we talk about the rise of “AI workslop,” the messy, impersonal output that can result when we rely too heavily on automation without human discernment. We explore why the human element still matters and how thoughtful use of AI can enhance, not replace, good work.   From the employee perspective, we discuss how AI can support productivity without sacrificin...

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    October 15, 2025 34 mins
    Not all leadership roles are created equal, and that is by design. In this episode, we break down the distinct responsibilities of supervisors, managers, and executives. What should each role be focused on? How do they work together to drive success? And what happens when they lose focus where they should be focusing? From the employee perspective, we explore how understanding leadership roles can improve communication and expecta...

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