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Lead the People

Matt Poepsel, PhD
Employee Engagement
Mental Health
Hybrid Work
Workplace Culture
Leadership
Leadership Capital
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Workplace Management
Technology In Work
Leadership Development
Professional Development
Stress Management
Diversity and Inclusion
Office Design
Talent Optimization
Gen Z
AI In Business
Team Dynamics
Emotional Intelligence
Five C's Of Leadership

Lead The People is your guide to unlocking your true potential as an authentic leader. Hosted by Dr. Matt Poepsel—The Godfather of Talent Optimization—this podcast dives deep into the art and science of what it takes to lead at the next level. With insightful conversations and practical strategies, each episode equips executives, strategic HR pros, and aspiring leaders with the tools it takes to b... more

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Nancy Burger is a thought transformation expert, keynote speaker, and executive coach who helps leaders and teams rewire limiting thought patterns to unlock breakthrough performance. A former Wall Street banker turned professional writer, Nancy blend... more

Malissa Clark is a Professor of industrial/organizational (I-O) psychology at the University of Georgia, where she has been on faculty since 2013. Currently, she serves as Head of the department of psychology and director of the Healthy Work Lab. Rec... more

George Pesansky is a recognized leader in Operational Excellence, with a career spanning more than 30 years in performance optimization, executive coaching, and systematic improvement. He has trained and coached over 10,000 professionals across six c... more

In this episode, Rachel Downey shares how leaders can move from being invisible to truly influential by owning and expressing their leadership brand. Drawing from her work across creative industries and executive teams, Rachel explains why brand is m... more

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Nancy Burger
A thought transformation expert, keynote speaker, and executive coach whol helps leaders and teams rewire limiting thought patterns.
Episode: #156: Rewriting the Narratives Keeping You Stuck (feat. Nancy Burger)
Malissa Clark
Professor of Industrial Organizational Psychology at the University of Georgia and author of 'Never Not Working'
University of Georgia
Episode: #155: The Hidden Cost of Workaholism: Busting Overwork Myths (feat. Malissa Clark)
George Pesansky
A recognized leader in operational excellence with over 30 years of experience in performance optimization.
Founder of Capacity2Care
Episode: #154: How to Unlock Superperformance in Your Organization (feat. George Pesansky)
Rachel Elsts Downey
Founder and CEO of Share Your Genus
Share Your Genius
Episode: #153: From Invisible to Influential: Building Your Leadership Brand (feat. Rachel Elsts Downey)
Elena Agaragimova
Global talent development expert, co-founder of Shiftwell, and speaker with over 15 years of experience in corporate learning and entrepreneurship.
Shiftwell.ai
Episode: #152: From Chasing Engagement to Unlocking Human Performance (feat. Elena Agaragimova)
Lee Scott
Founder and Chief Change Agent for Unleashing Leaders, a consulting firm specializing in leadership development.
Unleashing Leaders
Episode: #151: Why Managers Avoid Critical Conversations and What To Do About It (feat. Lee Scott)
Jaime Nolan
President and CEO of the National Speakers Association
National Speakers Association
Episode: #150: Rewriting The Playbook And Leading Others Through Change (feat. Jaime Nolan, CAE)
Lissy Alden
CEO and founder of Mindy, an advocate for mental fitness and reducing employee burnout
Mindy
Episode: #149: The Science And The ‘So What’ Of Mental Fitness (feat. Lissy Alden)
Kelly Meerbott
Acclaimed TEDx and keynote speaker, author, podcast host, and award-winning certified leadership expert
kellymeerbott.com
Episode: #148: How to Move from Middling to Magnificent (feat. Kelly Meerbott)

Host

Matt Poepsel
Host of the podcast, focusing on authentic leadership and talent optimization, bringing insights from his background in leadership development and organizational culture.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 944 ratings
  • Great podcast for every leader

    Love the conversations with experts in leadership, wellbeing, and productivity — engaging and insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daria Rudnik
    Israel2 months ago
  • Matt & Lead the People are true standouts in how we craft the future of leadership!

    Matt has created something rare and genuinely meaningful with Lead The People!

    In a world stuffed with surface-level advice, Matt cuts through the noise with clarity, warmth, and insight that lands like a much needed truth serum that makes every interaction feel like you’re sitting down with a tried and true friend. I’ve learned so much about human centered leadership from Matt’s work. His ability to connect deeply with his guests is *chef’s kiss*. Curiosity, empathy, and wicked smart insight... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mary Poffenroth, Ph.D.
    United States7 months ago
  • Great podcast for HR, execs, and people managers

    Most managers learn how to manage people at the expense of their direct reports. Matt’s podcast helps people at all stages of their career realize their full potential as leaders.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LJM_SF
    United States2 years ago
  • Living The Lessons - Engaging Conversations

    Matt draws key lessons out of his listeners and shares the roadmap and hard truths about making the come to life. Great show and guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John S13
    United States2 years ago
  • Always a great lesson

    I love getting the bite size lessons from different people leaders that I can put into practice immediately. I also appreciate the diversity of guests speakers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    adrisanchez21
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and insightful conversations with leadership experts and wellness advocates.
Reviewers commend the host for cutting through surface-level advice, offering clarity and warmth in discussions about human-centered leadership.
Listeners find the focus on practical lessons and diverse guest perspectives valuable and applicable to their leadership challenges.

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#75
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#131
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Talking Points

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#156: Rewriting the Narratives Keeping You Stuck (feat. Nancy Burger)
Q: What should I do to start? What does it look like in tactical terms?
Start by noticing your thoughts. Identify what's going through your mind and replace negative thoughts with empowering ones consistently for two weeks.
#156: Rewriting the Narratives Keeping You Stuck (feat. Nancy Burger)
Q: What are some of these more counterproductive or sometimes even toxic thought patterns that you see managers, senior leaders, other people, you know, starting to show up with?
Managers often frame issues around their teams' pain rather than seeking solutions, which can lead to a suffering mindset instead of a growth mindset.
#154: How to Unlock Superperformance in Your Organization (feat. George Pesansky)
Q: What is the golden hour, George, and how does it help us elevate the work that we're doing?
The golden hour is about identifying when everything is working well and understanding what disrupts that zone in order to maintain peak performance.
#154: How to Unlock Superperformance in Your Organization (feat. George Pesansky)
Q: What led you to kind of take time away from your busy consulting and teaching and all the great things that you've been doing to actually sit down and write a book?
George explains he was encouraged to write a book to share his counterintuitive insights from his 30-year career in performance optimization with a broader audience.
#152: From Chasing Engagement to Unlocking Human Performance (feat. Elena Agaragimova)
Q: What are some key strategies for leaders to improve performance while maintaining well-being?
Leaders should model desired behaviors, understand individual needs rather than applying blanket solutions, and prioritize regular, quality conversations with their team.

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This podcast serves as a valuable resource for executives, HR professionals, and aspiring leaders seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities. It features insightful discussions that explore the nuances of authentic leadership, organizational change, and strategies for employee engagement. Topics frequently covered include performance optimization, mental wellness in the workplace, communication strategies, and fostering a culture of collaboration. The discussions often include actionable advice from industry experts, enabling listeners to apply the concepts in their own organizational contexts. The emphasis on both personal development and team dynamics provides a comprehensive approach to leadership that is likely to resonate with th... more

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Recent guests on Lead the People include:

1. Nancy Burger
2. Malissa Clark
3. George Pesansky
4. Rachel Elsts Downey
5. Elena Agaragimova
6. Lee Scott
7. Jaime Nolan
8. Lissy Alden

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