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The Shift Podcast: One Insight Away from Changing EverythingLeadership Under Fire: What to do when Everyone Looks to YouWhat do you do when everyone’s looking at you for the answer—and you don’t have one?In this episode of The Shift, Cassandra Rambo sits down with David Lambert—West Point graduate, military veteran, and global business leader—to talk about leadership under pressure, emotional regulation, and the power of integrity in action.From leading in combat zones to navigating executive decisions in the boardroom, David shares lessons that challenge conventional thinking on trust, team alignment, and what it really means to be calm in a crisis.You’ll hear:...2025-07-1541 min
Into the UnknownEP109: From Tragedy To Transformation: Amy Pechacek On Leadership, Legacy, And Finding PurposeOn this episode of "Into the Unknown" What happens when your entire world shatters — and you're left to rebuild it from the ground up? In this moving and deeply insightful conversation, Amy Pechacek opens up about her journey from classroom teacher to corporate trainer, speaker, and founder of Alpstra. She shares how an unimaginable personal tragedy became the catalyst for a career rooted in intention, resilience, and helping others lead with purpose. From her early days teaching stuffed animals in her childhood bedroom to commanding stages and guiding executives, Amy’s story is a testament to what’s possible when c...2025-07-1022 min
The Shift Podcast: One Insight Away from Changing EverythingChoosing to Live Out Loud and On PurposeIn this powerful solo episode of The Shift, Amy Pechacek shares her story like never before.From surviving abuse and navigating the trauma of her husband’s suicide, to rebuilding her identity through faith, emotional intelligence, and intentional leadership. This is Amy, unfiltered.She walks us through the silent suffering behind the spotlight, the pivotal moment she chose to stop performing, and the decision that changed everything.You’ll hear: ✔️ What it means to stop performing and start leading from truth ✔️ How pain, purpose, and faith collided in one defining moment ✔️ Why yo...2025-07-0140 min
The Shift Podcast: One Insight Away from Changing EverythingFrom Immigrant to Influencer: The Faithful LeaderIn this powerful episode of The Shift, Amy Pechacek sits down with Leoni Michael - a South African immigrant who arrived in the U.S. with nothing but a suitcase and faith. Today, she’s a bestselling author, executive coach, and a voice shaping the future of leadership.Leoni shares her incredible story of resilience—from surviving apartheid and culture shock as a teenage immigrant, to stepping into corporate boardrooms, leading global teams, and inspiring the next generation of leaders. Her journey is raw, redemptive, and rooted in something deeper than success: purpose.T...2025-06-2444 minThe Shift Podcast: One Insight Away from Changing EverythingThe Third Condition: Why Success Isn't the End Game with Deano SutterThe same programs that got you to the top might be keeping you from enjoying it. Executive mindset coach Deano Sutter reveals why high achievers struggle with imposter syndrome, burnout, and relationships—despite their success.Amy Pechacek and Deano dive into: ✅ Why success skills can sabotage happiness and relationships ✅ How childhood programs create executive insecurities ✅ The neuroscience behind triggers—and why they're gifts ✅ How to interrupt autopilot responses before they damage relationships ✅ Why forgiveness is about reclaiming your power ✅ The difference between pain (inevitable) and suffering (a choice)Whether you're climb...2025-06-1245 min
The Shift Podcast: One Insight Away from Changing EverythingThe Third Condition: Why Success Isn’t the End GameWhat if the mindset that made you successful… is the same one that’s quietly stealing your joy?In this raw and powerful episode of The Shift, executive mindset coach Deano Sutter joins Amy Pechacek for a conversation that hits deep. Deano works with high-achieving CEOs and top-level leaders to retrain the brain, rewire old programs, and help them finally enjoy the life they’ve built.They talk about: – Why top performers struggle with burnout and imposter syndrome – How triggers reveal what we truly value – The brain’s default...2025-06-1245 min
Conflict ManagedEp 162, More Than Skills: Why Work is HumanThis week on Conflict Managed we welcome Amy Pechacek. Join us as we discuss:
✔️ Career shifts & lifelong learning
✔️ 15% tech skills, 85% people skills
✔️ Assertive ≠ aggressive
✔️ Why everyone needs a coach
✔️ Matching vs. choosing your energy
Tune in and rethink what it takes to lead, grow, and thrive at work.
Conflict Managed is available wherever you listen to podcasts and to watch on YouTube @3pconflictrestoration.
Amy Pechacek is an international speaker, leadership expert, and founder of Alpstra & Co. With a background in education, organizational leadership, and business development, and a pass...2025-06-101h 00
The Shift Podcast: One Insight Away from Changing EverythingBreak Up with Your Scale – Anne Poirier on Body NeutralityYour body is not a bad gift. It’s the vessel that lets you laugh till it hurts, hug your people tight, and chase the dreams that keep you up at night. 💛On this episode of The Shift with Amy Pechacek, body-image advocate and author Anne Poirier relives the beachside phone call that ended her diet-culture spiral and launched her journey toward treating her body as an ally—not an enemy.🎧 What you’ll learn• Why calorie restriction backfires (ghrelin, leptin, cortisol 101) • Two mindset shifts that snap the die...2025-06-0554 min
Beyond the Business Plan; Learn, Laugh & Take the Leap with LeAnn!From Vision to Value - Amy Pechacek's Journey of Growth and Grit | S1E5In this inspiring episode of Beyond the Business Plan, host LeAnn Lyon sits down with international speaker and leadership expert Amy Pechacek from Alpstra & Co. Together, they explore the ever-changing world of entrepreneurship and leadership in the fast-paced age of AI and constant change 🤖⚡.Amy shares how her business strategy has evolved since 2020, offering smart insights on adapting to new trends, creating impactful corporate training programs, and leading with clarity and purpose. LeAnn and Amy dive deep into the power of knowing your “why”, setting healthy boundaries for work-life balance, and truly valuing the work you do 💼💖.They also...2025-06-0544 minThe Shift Podcast: One Insight Away from Changing EverythingChoosing to Live Out Loud and On PurposeIn this powerful solo episode of The Shift, Amy Pechacek shares her story like never before.From surviving abuse and navigating the trauma of her husband’s suicide, to rebuilding her identity through faith, emotional intelligence, and intentional leadership. This is Amy, unfiltered.She walks us through the silent suffering behind the spotlight, the pivotal moment she chose to stop performing, and the decision that changed everything.You’ll hear: ✔️ What it means to stop performing and start leading from truth ✔️ How pain, purpose, and faith collided in one defining moment ✔️ Why yo...2025-06-0340 min
The Shift Podcast: One Insight Away from Changing EverythingThe Science of Belief: How Your Brain and Body Heal Together | Dr. Cory Christensen on The ShiftEver wonder why some people stay stuck in pain—while others break through? Dr. Cory Christensen explains how your beliefs shape your body more than you realize.Amy Pechacek and Dr. Cory dive into: ✅ The science behind mindset, healing, and neuroplasticity ✅ Why subconscious thoughts control your results ✅ How to challenge limiting beliefs that hold you back ✅ The brain’s “filter system” that either empowers or paralyzes progress ✅ What to do when you're feeling stuck in life or recoveryWhether you're battling chronic pain, wrestling with negative self-talk, or just want to understand how belie...2025-05-2050 minThe Shift Podcast: One Insight Away from Changing EverythingSmall Shifts, Big Impact: How One Insight Changes Everything🎙️ Episode 1 – Small Shifts, Big Impact: How One Insight Changes EverythingWelcome to the very first episode of The Shift, where we explore the moments—big and small—that change everything.In this unscripted, deeply honest conversation, Amy Pechacek and Cassandra Rambo share why they started this podcast, what it means to lead with authenticity, and how even the smallest insight can spark a powerful transformation. From childhood teachers to toxic bosses, from burnout to bold beginnings—this episode is about choosing courage over comfort and finally stepping into what’s next. ...2025-05-1043 min
MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISONUnique Wisconsin Foods & The Workforce That Makes It PossibleThe Wisconsin bison industry is on the rise. According to the Census of Agriculture, Wisconsin is home to 6,754 bison across 83 farms. Patrick Ries, owner of Bluestem Bison and a member of the Wisconsin Bison Producers Association Board, tells the bison story from his farm's lens. Wisconsin is in a fog advisory this morning. That fog will turn to ice for your commute to work or travels home from holiday celebrations, warns ag meteorologist Stu Muck. Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s Director of National Affairs Tyler Wenzlaff explains that the U.S. can have the best of bo...2024-12-2649 min
MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISONWisconsin A Leader In Harnessing Artificial IntelligenceWisconsin is celebrating a record-low unemployment rate, but more jobs need to be filled, including within the agriculture sector. Without more people, what solutions are out there? This is where artificial intelligence is coming in. Department of Workforce Development Secretary Amy Pechacek joins us today with how many Wisconsin businesses and what kind of industries have been able to harness AI. She starts by painting the picture for us of what Wisconsin’s workforce looks like today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-12-1910 min
The Speaker Lab PodcastHow Finding Your Niche Will Unlock Your Growth with Amy Pechacek"I did not see this being a full time gig at the time. I just thought I was going to be speaking, like, at churches or something, right? So I thought I was speaking at women events, women's conferences and things like that while doing my nine to five, maybe on the weekends."This week, Grant Baldwin sat down with former TSL Student, Amy Pechacek, to dig into her speaking journey, how she’s “planned to win”, what her business looks like today, and the advice she would give other speakers looking to get to the next level...2024-03-1935 min
WisPolitics.comCapitol Chats: DWD Secretary Pechacek says 4-year UI modernization plan is on trackIn this week's Capitol Chats episode, Department of Workforce Development Secretary Amy Pechacek says the department's plan to modernize its unemployment insurance claims program is on track to finish within the 4-year goal. But she says that won't be the end of modernization efforts as new technologies to improve efficiencies and protect against fraud come about.2023-12-2018 min
WisPolitics Capitol ChatsCapitol Chats: DWD Secretary Pechacek says 4-year UI modernization plan is on trackIn this week's Capitol Chats episode, Department of Workforce Development Secretary Amy Pechacek says the department's plan to modernize its unemployment insurance claims program is on track to finish within the 4-year goal. But she says that won't be the end of modernization efforts as new technologies to improve efficiencies and protect against fraud come about.2023-12-2018 min
Leader's LensS2 E8: How to Sucessfully Lead a Remote Team, with Amy Pechacek
In this live virtual event, Jacob speaks with Amy Pechacek, President of the leadership consulting firm, Alpstra, about the intricacies of developing leaders in a remote workplace. How can leaders better prepare themselves for the challenges of remote work? Jacob and Amy tackle a wide variety of topics, including the importance of trusting your employees, utilizing assertive communication, and being authentic and empathetic with your fellow coworkers. Then, stay tuned for a brief audience Q and A session.And if you’re looking for deep dives, tactics, and the resources you need to up you...2023-05-3036 min
Dunn on Purpose PodcastDeveloping Next Generation Leaders w/ Amy PechacekIt was a privilege to have Amy Pechacek on the podcast to discuss how she helps individuals and teams reach their goals through her company Alpstra. This conversation made the hour breeze by and we only scratched the surface of her expertise!In this episode you’ll hear us talk about…Communication - Amy the schoolteacher to Amy the entrepreneur The subject of Identity READ Personality typesCommunity - Emotional Intelligence Balancing Personalities Question about valuesCompany The next generation of leadership How can employers attract/retain great ta...2022-07-171h 01
The GovBriefReimagining Unemployment ResponseThe COVID-19 pandemic introduced major disruption into the way we work, live and interact with government, but not all those changes were negative. Today, many governments are looking to continue the technological disruption the pandemic instigated — rethinking how they go about delivering citizen services and evolving their systems to meet tomorrow’s needs, as well as today’s.
Case in point is the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, or DWD which partnered with Google Cloud late last year following a major influx of applications to tap AI with the aim to speed the processing of unemployment claims as well as improv...2021-08-2924 min