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The Culture Coach#136 How Palo Alto Software CEO, Sabrina Parsons, Built a Mission-Aligned CultureSend a textWhat actually makes a culture real—not just aspirational?In this episode, Wendy Brand sits down with Sabrina Parsons, CEO of Palo Alto Software, to talk about what it takes to build an intentional culture that holds up through growth, change, and hiring challenges.Sabrina shares the turning point that led her team to articulate their culture (after several “perfect resume” hires didn’t work out), and how they operationalized six culture tenets—like relying on data, solving for the customer, and transparency—to create a workplace wh...
2026-02-2540 minThe Culture Coach#135 Your Body Knows Before You Do: Julie Habelmann’s Story of Heart Health, Alignment, and Listening WithinSend a textFebruary is American Heart Month—a reminder of the importance of cardiovascular health and the signals our bodies send us every day.In this deeply personal conversation, Wendy sits down with her dear friend Julie Habelmann—founder of Noble Tones, integrative sound healing practitioner, and women’s heart health advocate—to explore how a heart attack became a catalyst for profound life and leadership transformation.After surviving a spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) in 2020, Julie was forced to slow down, listen to her body, and reevaluate everything. That experience ultimately led her...
2026-02-1823 minThe Culture Coach#134 Leadership AlignmentSend a textThere’s a moment in leadership that's that in-between phase where, on the outside, everything looks fine… but internally, something feels off.In this solo episode, Wendy shares a personal story from her leadership journey—one where success, responsibility, and recognition continued to rise, while alignment quietly slipped away. She reflects on what happens when leaders sacrifice their own values, boundaries, and well-being in an effort to become what the organization needs—at the cost of who they are becoming.This episode is for high-capacity leaders who are:Succeeding, but not...
2026-02-1114 minThe Culture Coach#133 Collaboration and Community with Barry MolineSend a textIn this episode of The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy Brand sits down with former CEO Barry Moline to explore what truly drives high-performing teams — and why connection, trust, and community matter more than strategy alone.With nearly three decades of leadership experience, Barry shares real-world stories of early leadership mistakes, building intentional culture, strengthening collaboration, and guiding teams through crisis with clarity and trust.Together, Wendy and Barry unpack how relationships are the foundation of strong culture — and how the same principles that build thriving teams also...
2026-02-0440 minThe Culture Coach#132 Personal and Organizational MisalignmentSend a textLeadership isn’t supposed to feel this heavy.Yet so many capable, driven leaders are exhausted. Carrying everything, fixing everything, and feeling constant pressure just to keep things moving. In this episode of The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy Brand breaks down the real root cause behind burnout, team friction, and fragile workplace culture: misalignment.Drawing from her own leadership journey and years of consulting with organizations, Wendy explores how personal misalignment shows up in leadership behavior — and how it quietly shapes (and strains) organizational culture.You’ll lea...
2026-01-2815 min
Journey To JuneWhen Your Brand No Longer Reflects Who You’ve Become | with Rachel Pesso | Ep. 137In this episode of Journey to June, I sat down with Rachel Pesso, Creative Director and Founder of RP Creative, for a conversation about identity, alignment, and what happens when your brand no longer reflects the depth of who you are—or the work you’re here to do.Rachel works with founders and visionary leaders at pivotal growth moments, when something feels off but they can’t always name it yet. We talk about how misalignment often shows up quietly first, why branding from identity matters more than branding from performance, and how clarity comes from slowin...
2026-01-2746 minThe Culture Coach#131 The Aligned LeaderSend a textFresh off a week in Reno and Lake Tahoe working with Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) leaders, Wendy reflects on conversations with founders, CEOs, and franchise leaders navigating growth, change, and transition—and why alignment, not reinvention, is the real work leaders are being called to do in 2026.Building on her recent newsletter and Substack article, “2026 doesn’t need a new you—it needs an aligned you,” Wendy unpacks how misalignment quietly shows up inside organizations long before leaders consciously name it themselves.She also weaves in her CORE Culture Framework—Clarif...
2026-01-2115 minThe Culture Coach#130 Leadership Culture DrainsSend a textIn this solo episode of The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy Brand is bringing awareness to leadership habits that may be quietly draining your culture — and holding your organization back.If you feel like everything is urgent, you’re constantly stepping in to do work that isn’t yours, or every decision still has to run through you, this episode is for you.Wendy breaks down three common leadership patterns that erode clarity and momentum inside organizations and explains how each one connects back to mission, vision, core values, and role clarit...
2026-01-1417 minThe Culture Coach#129 Building Flow into your Culture with Steven PuriSend a textIn this episode of The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy Brand sits down with Steven Puri —former senior executive at major motion picture studios, startup founder, and the creator of Sukha, a platform designed to help knowledge workers access flow state and protect deep work.Steven makes a bold case: companies don’t win because TPS reports are filed on time or everyone hits inbox zero. They win because someone takes uninterrupted time to think, create, and solve meaningful problems—then brings back the insight that changes the trajectory of the...
2026-01-0748 minThe Culture Coach#127 Humanizing Leadership Through Empathy, Pets, and the Moments That Matter with Erika SinnerSend a textToday on The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy sits down with Erika Sinner, Founder & CEO of Directorie, a $15M healthcare commercialization company and two-time Inc. 5000 honoree. Erika also serves as the Chief Empathy Officer of TinySuperheroes, a nonprofit empowering critically ill children through play and courage, and is the bestselling author of Pets Are Family.Erika is a powerful, fresh voice in modern leadership — championing pet-inclusive policies, psychological safety, and building cultures where people feel genuinely seen and supported.🔗 Resources Mentioned...
2025-12-0329 minThe Culture Coach#126 Navigating Bias & Building Intentional Cultures with Kae WilliamsSend a textIn today’s episode of The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy sits down with tech executive and author Kae Williams for a candid conversation about the invisible barriers women and marginalized leaders face at work—and the strategies that actually help you navigate them with confidence, clarity, and impact.Kae has spent decades leading in male-dominated environments across startups, scale-ups, and global tech companies. Throughout her career, she noticed a repeated pattern: women being spoken over, their ideas being dismissed or “hepeated,” their credibility questioned, and their contributions overlooked—regardless of company size or culture...
2025-11-2636 minThe Culture Coach#125 How to Communicate Hard Things with Farrah MitraSend a textIn this week’s episode of The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy sits down with Farrah Mitra — executive coach, former Bain consultant, Cornell alum, and one of only fifteen Radical Candor™ coaches worldwide. Farrah's career has been built at the intersection of people, performance, and communication, and she brings a rare blend of strategic clarity and deep humanity to the conversations leaders fear most.Together, Wendy and Farrah break down:Why communication is often the true bottleneck inside organizations — and how it silently shapes trust, culture, and retention.The thin lin...
2025-11-1940 min
So God Told You To Write a Book - Now What?Steve Brock - Branding/Marketing - Brand Something Beautiful: A Branding Workbook for Writers, Artists, and Other CreativesIf you've been looking for some inspiration and practical tips about branding your work, Episode 9 with Steve Brock is just the ticket! His new book - Brand Something Beautiful: A Branding Workbook for Writers, Artists and Other Creatives - is bursting with ideas to guide you through building your own brand. Our conversation ventures from Steve's personal 'why's' behind his latest book to the many and varied ways of hearing from God. We talk about the difference between slogging through what we think we should do in marketing to finding delight in discovering our unique...
2025-11-171h 02The Culture Coach#124 Leading Above the Line: How Conscious Leadership Shapes CultureSend a textIn this week’s episode of The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy Brand unpacks the power of conscious leadership—a philosophy popularized by John Mackey (Whole Foods), Steve McIntosh, and Carter Phipps—and how it connects directly to the CORE Culture™ pillars of Clarity, Energy, and Ownership.Wendy explores what it truly means to lead above the line—where fear is acknowledged but not in control—and how awareness, alignment, and accountability fuel intentional cultures. Drawing from The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership, Dare to Lead, and her own coaching work with CE...
2025-11-1222 minThe Culture Coach#123 From Fired to Founder: Building a People-First Business with Dave McDonaldSend a textThis week on The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy sits down with Dave McDonald, founder of the Better Together Group and host of the WTF Podcast, to talk about the unconventional path that led him from being “fired from every good job he ever had” to running a thriving family of staffing agencies dedicated to feeding families one shift at a time.Dave’s story is full of humility, humor, and heart. Together, Wendy and Dave unpack:How early experiences shaped Dave’s people-first leadership philosophyThe challenges of building...
2025-11-0527 minThe Culture Coach#121 Leading in the mental health space with Janelle MoravekSend a textIn this episode of The Culture Coach, Wendy sits down with Janelle Miller Moravek, a nonprofit leader and mental health advocate who has led Youth & Family Counseling as Executive Director since 2009.Janelle’s leadership journey offers a masterclass in balancing compassion with strategy. She shares how trust is built over time — and how that trust becomes the foundation for psychological safety. Together, Wendy and Janelle unpack what it looks like to create a manageable workload, support your team’s well-being, and model what it means to care f...
2025-10-2242 minThe Culture Coach#119 AI, Burnout, and the Future of Leadership with Victoria MenschSend a textWhat does it really take to lead with confidence in the age of AI? And how can leaders embrace innovation without burning out themselves—or their teams?In this episode of The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy sits down with Victoria Mensch, Founder and CEO of the Silicon Valley Executive Academy, to explore the intersection of AI, leadership, and workplace culture.Victoria shares her perspective on why AI adoption isn’t just a technical challenge—it’s a leadership competency. She explains how executives can cultivat...
2025-10-0839 minThe Culture Coach#118 Laughter and Development with Kevin HubschmannSend a textWhat can leaders learn from comedians? As it turns out—quite a lot.In this episode of The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy Brand sits down with Kevin Hubschmann, founder of Laugh.Events and author of the Laugh Rx newsletter, to explore how laughter and improv translate into powerful leadership and culture skills.Kevin shares his journey from being one of the first employees at a SaaS company to building a career in comedy—and eventually creating team-building experiences that blend fun and professional development. Along the way, he disc...
2025-10-0133 minThe Culture Coach#117 Innovative and Inclusive Cultures in Tech with Telle WhitneySend a textWhat does it take to keep your people’s fire alive—and build organizations where everyone can thrive?In this episode of The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy Brand sits down with Telle Whitney—computer scientist, co-founder of the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing, former CEO of the Anita Borg Institute, and author of Rebooting Tech Culture: How to Ignite Innovation and Build Organizations Where Everyone Can Thrive.Telle brings decades of experience leading in technology and building communities for women in computing. Together, we explore:💡 Wh...
2025-09-2432 min
Ideal PracticeMichelle Knox | I've Got a Great Logo - Does That Mean I've Got a Great Brand? | IP 163Today, I'm talking with the truly talented Michelle Knox, a brand strategist and designer who has become not only one of my closest friends, but also one of my most trusted advisors over the years. Michelle helps women entrepreneurs, small businesses, and nonprofits cut through the noise and create messaging that actually makes the right people stop and pay attention.In this episode, we’ll dive deep into why most people are starting their branding journey completely backwards, and how to fix that before wasting another dollar on pretty gra...
2025-09-161h 16The Culture Coach#116 Clarity CultureSend a textIn this episode, Wendy Brand unpacks why clarity and focus are the quickest wins for CEOs and culture leaders. Without them, even the best teams slip into misalignment, decision fatigue, and constant firefighting. With them, leaders reclaim their energy, teams align around what matters, and culture becomes the system that drives results.You’ll hear:Why clarity is the foundation of every thriving cultureThe difference between clarity and focus—and why you need bothThe hidden costs of operating without clarity (and how to stop paying them)A simple 3-step practice to recl...
2025-09-1015 min
The Brand Called YouUnlocking Caribbean Banking: Insights with Wendy Delmar, CEO of the Caribbean Association of BanksIn this inspiring episode of "The Brand Called You," host Frits Bussemaker sits down with Wendy Delmar, CEO of the Caribbean Association of Banks, for an insightful discussion on leadership, transformation in the banking sector, and the unique challenges and opportunities facing the Caribbean financial landscape.Wendy shares her journey from starting as a bank teller to leading an influential organization serving 17 jurisdictions across the Caribbean. Discover how she leverages her passion for talent development, the importance of trust and relationships in banking, and her hands-on advocacy for innovative technology and inclusion.Wendy also opens...
2025-08-1837 min
say YES to yourself! | Inspiring Midlife Women to Reinvent & ThriveBuilding a Brand with Soul: Aligning Purpose, Power & Personal Truth | Siew Ting FooFan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!The Say YES Sisterhood is your invitation to a vibrant community of women who are embracing their dreams, reclaiming their joy, and living life with intention. Join today!Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.In this episode, Wendy speaks with Siew Ting Foo, former Ch...
2025-08-1348 minThe Culture Coach#113 Strategic Workforce Planning with a Culture LensSend a textAs 2025 winds down and 2026 approaches, it’s the perfect time to make sure your workforce is ready for the year ahead—not just your business plan. In this solo episode, Wendy Brand shares why workforce planning should go hand-in-hand with your strategic objectives, and how to make sure your people plan supports your business plan.Tips on how to:Align your workforce with your top business objectivesIdentify and close skill gaps for future successConduct a “culture gap” analysis alongside your skills assessmentUse a simple grid tool to evaluate individuals, teams, and engageme...
2025-08-1315 minThe Culture Coach#112 What Got You HERE Won't Get You THERESend a textIn this solo episode of The Culture Coach Podcast, Wendy dives into a common but critical leadership crossroads: realizing that the leadership style, team structure, and culture that got you this far… may not be what gets you to your next level.Inspired by a real coaching conversation with a new CEO, Wendy walks through the process of stepping into a broader, more strategic leadership role. She explores questions every senior leader should be asking themselves mid-year:Is my leadership philosophy still serving me and my team?Do my mission, vision, an...
2025-08-0614 min
Content Marketing, Engineered Podcast | TREW MarketingBrand Marketing with Technical Publications — From PR to Ad CampaignsIn this episode, Morgan Norris speaks with Susan Poeton, Publisher, Owner and CEO of Industry Today Media. They discus the evolution of publishing and strategies for technical companies to effectively communicate their news. They explore the importance of understanding the audience, the role of press releases, and the current trends in manufacturing and technology. Additionally, they talk through advertising strategies, paid media opportunities, and the significance of building brand awareness in a competitive market. Key TakeawaysSmaller companies can still tell valuable stories despite budget constraints.Brand awareness is key in a competitive market.Paid media o...
2025-07-2429 min
The Impact-Maker's Journey: From Passion to ProfitsFeatured Guest: Melissa Henry, Brand Strategist & Founder of Helluva BrandIn this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Melissa Henry, founder of Helluva Brand. As a Brand Strategist, Melissa loves supporting service-based, purpose-driven entrepreneurs who are ready to become KNOWN!Typically, these entrepreneurs have been in go-mode without a clear plan. They’ve got clients, big ideas, and a fire in their belly but not a cohesive and focused identity in their market. During our conversation Melissa shares how she blends creativity with strategy to help entrepreneurs define their core genius, streamline their brand, and attract bigger opportunities with ease.Curious about...
2025-07-2334 minThe Culture Coach#110 Your Culture Is Talking: What Are You Really Promising New Hires? with Linda CarlisleSend a textHello culture fans!In this week’s episode of The Culture Coach, I’m joined by Linda Carlisle—Linda is a fractional corporate communications partner, helping business leaders, VCs, private equity firms, and their portfolio companies solve communication and culture challenges in the Moments that Matter™, including mergers, acquisitions, organizational restructuring, leadership changes, turnarounds, business process redesigns, technology implementations, and workforce reductions.From employer branding and hiring practices to 30-day new hire interviews and intentional exit interviews, Linda shares how to create a culture where people feel seen, heard, a...
2025-07-1631 min
Brands, Beats & BytesREMIX: Album 7 Track 5 - Embracing Change, Curiosity, & Courage with/Wendy MartinREMIX: Album 7 Track 5 - Embracing Change, Curiosity, & Courage with/Wendy MartinBrand Nerds, change, curiosity and courage are all themes in today's episode, and our guest Wendy Martin embodied each of them throughout her career. She is bringing stories of inspiration and impact. An industry leader who worked her way from the proverbial "mail room" to the c-suite position. There is a lot to learn - we know you'll enjoy!Here are a few key takeaways from the episode:Be Open Minded, Curious, and FearlessTake Every Opportunity to LearnAsk Questions & Ask for...
2025-07-101h 14Content Marketing, Engineered Podcast | TREW MarketingExtending your Corporate Message Successfully as your Brand GrowsAs your company grows and changes, whether through acquisitions, new products, or expansion into new markets, it's important your messaging evolves, too. Learn how to evolve your messaging and align both internal and external stakeholders along the way. In this episode of Content Marketing Engineered, Morgan Norris speaks with Chris Zmijewski, VP of Marketing at SAM, about the evolution of brand marketing and the transition of SAM into a data-driven solutions provider. They discuss Chris's journey in the company, the importance of internal messaging, leadership support, and the need for consistent communication across platforms, especially while acquiring m...
2025-07-1032 min
The Second ChapterEpisode 4: Genre and Your Personal BrandWendy has published police procedurals and a rom-com, and is presently shopping another rom-com. Andrew has published an action-adventure and a fantasy, and is planning on publishing a noir thriller soon. But is this smart when it comes to building a readership, or a "personal brand"? What is a personal brand, and how do you go about building one in the era of social media? How do you use your personal brand when it comes to marketing your books?
2025-06-2227 min
Iconic AFEpisode 62: Visibility. Influence. Impact. 3 Days to a Magnetic Brand with Anisa and Natosha🎙️ Episode 62: Visibility. Influence. Impact. 3 Days to a Magnetic Brand with Anisa and Natosha ✨In this episode of Magnetize and Monetize Your Market, Anisa Crespo and Natosha Navarro share the powerful pillars that have helped them build an unstoppable brand. Get a sneak peek into their upcoming 3-day live virtual event, Visibility. Influence. Impact., where they'll break down these essential strategies to elevate your brand! Learn how to get visible, influence your audience, and make a lasting impact that drives your legacy. This episode is packed with actionable steps and insights to help you shine online and grow your bu...
2025-06-2009 minContent Marketing, Engineered Podcast | TREW MarketingInside Brand Campaigns: A Marketer’s Perspective from the Engineering WorldAs AI-generated content becomes more widespread, marketers in technical industries are facing new challenges in building trust and visibility.In this episode, Morgan Norris interviews Elizabeth Evans, a senior marketing leader working in the engineering space, about her personal journey from product marketing to corporate brand strategy.Together, they explore how marketers can create more effective brand campaigns by focusing on messaging clarity, internal brand alignment, and long-term consistency. Elizabeth shares her own experiences leading brand initiatives in a complex B2B environment, highlighting the importance of cross-functional collaboration, internal brand evangelism, and customer journey...
2025-06-1830 minThe Culture Coach#106 Culture and Digital Marketing with Kym InsanaSend a textKym Insana is a multi-million dollar business owner, digital marketing expert, and founder of AlwaysOn Digital, a women-owned agency helping brands like the U.S. Air Force, Enfamil, and Johnston & Murphy scale through impactful campaigns.With over 20 years of experience, Kym left her demanding NYC advertising career to build a company that offers flexibility and balance—values she champions as a wife and mother of four. AlwaysOn Digital thrives by empowering talented working parents to blend career success with family life.A sought-after speaker, Kym has shared her journey and ex...
2025-06-1832 minThe Culture Coach#103 The WD-40 Culture with former CEO Garry RidgeSend a textThis week on The Culture Coach, I’m joined by none other than Garry Ridge, Chairman Emeritus and former CEO of WD-40 Company. Over 25 years as CEO, Garry transformed a global household brand not just by growing the business—but by building a culture so strong, it became a competitive advantage.Now, Garry shares the leadership lessons from what he calls his “CEO apprenticeship,” turning decades of real-world experience into wisdom for today’s business leaders.In this episode, we go beyond the usual culture conversation. I mean, of...
2025-05-2836 min
The Authenticity CoachWhat's Your Brand?: Leveraging Your Unique & Valuable Brand to Promote, Propel or Pivot Your CareerAmazon founder Jeff Bezos says, "Your brand is what other people say about you when you're not in the room." What is your brand? Do you know how people really perceive you? Have you intentionally created your brand -- or is your brand an uncurated hodgepodge of whatever others happen to think & say about you?A genuine & rewarding brand is unique, valuable & sustainable. Learn how to access your current brand & craft the brand that will highlight your superpowers. Articulate the value proposition of your brand & unlock the benefits of communicating its positive elements. Develop the...
2025-05-0216 min
Small Girl, Big Talk58. Leaving Tech for Entrepreneurship: Joy’s Journey to Building a Bridal BrandWhat does it really take to walk away from a stable job and start your own business? In this episode, we sit down with Joy Q. Wang, the founder of Bone and Grey, a modern bridal brand based in Singapore.From moving across continents to working in media agencies and tech startups, to appearing on Netflix’s The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition, Joy opens up about her unconventional journey into entrepreneurship.But this isn’t your typical “I found my passion” story. After facing criticism on a global reality show, Joy channeled that pressure into power—pr...
2025-04-2441 min
Reinvention RebelsMidlife Bold: Angel Cornelius on Building a Beauty Brand That Celebrates AgingWhat if a tiny idea cooked up in your kitchen at 56 turned into a national beauty brand—and sparked a bold midlife reinvention?That’s exactly what happened to Angel Cornelius, a healthcare administrator turned beauty entrepreneur who’s transforming how midlife women care for and celebrate themselves. Now in her 60s, Angel is the visionary founder of Maison 276, a pro-age beauty brand on a mission to normalize aging, support our evolving beauty needs, and help us love the skin we’re in.In this empowering episode of Reinvention Rebels, A...
2025-04-171h 13
Business Superfans® AdvantageDriving Growth Through Culture: Wendy Brand's Proven StrategiesEpisode 75 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC Driving Growth Through Culture: Wendy Brand's Proven Strategies Wendy Brand joins us to dive deep into the world of culture transformation, emphasizing that a strong organizational culture can seriously boost revenue growth. With nearly 30 years of leadership under her belt across various industries—from hospitality to tech—Wendy brings a wealth of experience to the table. She’s crafted the Thrive framework, which outlines six essentials for creating a high-performing workplace culture, ensuring that big ideas translate into actionable strategies for leaders. This episode is a wake-up...
2025-04-1634 min
BusinessCakeWendy BrandWendy Brand has over 25 years of leadership experience, spanning cruise ships, the NCAA Final Four and WNBA to Texas fast-food favorite, Whataburger. She now runs a consulting business to help CEOs integrate their values, vision, and mission into their companies' daily operations. Find out more about Wendy and how she can help your business athttps://culturecoachwendy.com
2025-03-2851 minThe Culture Coach#095 Wellness Retreat Culture with Shane EvansSend a text✅ Take the Culture Compass Quiz: https://culturecoachwendy.com/quiz/📅 Join me for a free Culture Strategy Session: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/If you’ve ever wondered how to scale a purpose-driven brand without compromising your culture, this episode is for you.---This week on The Culture Coach Podcast, I sit down with Shane Evans, Co-Founder of Massage Heights (now Heights Wellness Retreat), who shares her incredible journey from solving her own back pain to building a national wellness brand with 11...
2025-03-2630 minThe Culture Coach#094 THRIVE Culture to Combat Trending Employee DetachmentSend a textJoin the conversation & sign up for the FREE Culture Check-In Strategy Sessions: culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessionsIn this solo episode of The Culture Coach Podcast, host Wendy Brand dives into the pressing issue of declining employee engagement and what leaders can do about it. With recent Gallup data showing engagement at its lowest point in a decade, Wendy explores the key drivers behind this troubling trend—rapid organizational change, remote and hybrid work challenges, and shifting employee expectations.She breaks down how leaders can use the THRIVE Culture Fr...
2025-03-1917 minThe Culture Coach#093 Instilling a R.A.V.E. Culture with Chuck SalvoSend a textToday, I sit down with Chuck Salvo, former Disney Institute veteran and self-proclaimed "Chief Happiness Architect," to discuss his new book "RAVE: How to Respect and Value Everyone." Drawing from his 15 years at Disney and extensive experience working with organizations worldwide, you’ll hear Chuck share practical insights on building authentic workplace connections and creating a culture where every voice matters. Here are a few of my takeaways:1. Culture isn't just about mission and vision statements - it needs a clear, intentional structure that includes a common purpose and well-defined sta...
2025-03-1226 minBrands, Beats & BytesAlbum 7 Track 5 - Embracing Change, Curiosity, & Courage with/Wendy MartinAlbum 7 Track 5 - Embracing Change, Curiosity, & Courage with/Wendy MartinBrand Nerds, change, curiosity and courage are all themes in today's episode, and our guest Wendy Martin embodied each of them throughout her career. She is bringing stories of inspiration and impact. An industry leader who worked her way from the proverbial "mail room" to the c-suite position. There is a lot to learn - we know you'll enjoy! Here are a few key takeaways from the episode:Be Open Minded, Curious, and FearlessTake Every Opportunity to LearnAsk Questions & Ask for AdviceLife is...
2025-02-271h 12The Culture Coach#090 The Right People in the Right Seat with Dr. Michael NealSend a textIf you’re a CEO or leader looking to build a high-performing, engaged team, this episode is full of game-changing insights. Dr. Neal’s journey is proof that hiring isn’t just about filling seats—it’s about building a thriving, scalable, and values-driven business with the right people in the right seats. If you’re struggling with hiring or want to level up your team, this episode is a must-listen! Here are some of my takeaways from the episode:The culture of your company isn’t built after hiring—it starts with hirin...
2025-02-1922 minContent Marketing, Engineered Podcast | TREW MarketingTaking AI Up a Notch: Training Brand Voice, AI Assistants, and Custom GPTsIf you're familiar with AI and want to take your knowledge one step further, this is the episode for you! We discuss advanced strategies to train your AI for tone of voice, how to utilize custom GPTs, and more. This week we're learning from Melissa Reeve, the cofounder of MarketingFrontier.AI. We discuss the integration of AI in marketing, focusing on how to effectively use AI for writing and maintaining a brand's tone of voice. We explore the challenges marketers face when adopting AI, the importance of defining brand voice, and the creation of custom GPTs to e...
2025-02-1328 min
The NumberEpisode 144 - How to Build a Brand Story That SellsYour business has a story—are you telling it in a way that connects, engages, and drives sales?In this episode of The Real Bottom Line, Wendy Brookhouse sits down with Andrea Sampson, storytelling expert and CEO of Talk Boutique, to break down the art and science of storytelling in business. Whether you're pitching investors, marketing to customers, or leading a team, a compelling story can make all the difference.Andrea shares insights from her career in advertising, branding, and coaching TEDx speakers—revealing how entrepreneurs can transform dry facts into powerful narratives that inspire acti...
2025-02-0734 minThe Culture Coach#088 Kerbey Lane Culture with Rose Ann GarzaSend a textRose Ann Garza, is the Chief Human Resources Officer for Kerbey Lane. Kerby Lane is a restaurant that was started in 1980 in Austin, Texas. If you’ve been to Austin, you’ve probably been to Kerbey Lane. During Rose Ann’s time at Kerbey Lane, the organization has more than doubled in size and has won several prestigious awards related to their impact on the community and on team members.In this episode, I sit down with Rose Ann to explore what it truly takes to build and sustain a thriving company cultur...
2025-01-2928 min
Mountaintop MedicineMountaintop Medicine from Estes Park Health: EPH unveils new ultrasound with needle biopsy capabilitiesThe newest piece of equipment in the Diagnostic Imaging department of Estes Park Health was bought through the generous fundraising campaign of the 2024 Mrs. Rooftop Rodeo candidates.The ten candidates for Mrs. Rooftop Rodeo raised a record-breaking amount of money. Altogether, these volunteers gathered more than $118,000 to fund a brand-new ultrasound machine for the hospital. This technology will – among other things – help with finding cancers and evaluating treatment.“The 2024 Mrs. Rooftop Rodeo was extremely successful,” said registered sonographer and radiographer Marcy Kimbro. “They always are in raising the money, making people aware in the community, and now we...
2024-12-0205 min
The Midlife Makeover Show | Women Over 40, Menopause Support, Divorce Recovery, Empty Nest Advice, Aging Gracefully, Finding Purpose247 🌸 Sexual Wellness & Vaginal Health: Wendy Strgar’s Guide to Embracing Intimacy and Self-CareIn this enlightening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is joined by the pioneering entrepreneur Wendy Strgar, founder of Good Clean Love, the leading organic brand for personal care products in the US. Together, they tackle the often-overlooked topic of sexual health and well-being, especially as we age. Wendy Strgar shares her journey from navigating the challenges of perimenopause and postpartum to becoming a trailblazer in sexual health innovation.
Discover the importance of maintaining a healthy sex drive and understanding vaginal health, particularly through menopause. Wendy introduces us to BioMatch, a revolutionary m...
2024-11-1852 minThe Culture Coach#080 The Risk of NOT Becoming Intentional About CultureSend a textIf you don’t create your culture intentionally, it will create itself, and you might not like the result. But when you define culture thoughtfully, you’re not only enhancing your organization’s internal health, but you’re also building a brand that people want to be part of—a place where employees, clients, and partners feel genuinely connected and engaged.____________________________With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. The Aligned Leader Col...
2024-11-1314 minThe Culture Coach#079 How my Burnout led me to build a T.H.R.I.V.E.-ing businessSend a textOn October 31, 2022, I walked into my boss' office in my black-eyed pea costume and announced that I was leaving. Today, my THRIVE Culture Framework allows me to meet organizations where they are and help them create a culture where their employees have an opportunity to thrive, without burning out.I hope you enjoy this episode.I'd love to hear your feedback on the framework or what is working for you when it comes to your organizational culture. Email me directly at wendy@culturecoachwendy.com.____________________________With 25+ years of...
2024-10-3015 minThe Culture Coach#075 Humanizing Your Organization with Ken SchmidtSend a textI had such a great conversation with my guest Ken Schmidt this week. One of Ken’s great career successes came from his formerly held leadership role in Harley-Davidson Motor Company’s against-all-odds turnaround from the brink of financial ruin to global dominance during the 1990s. That transformation was based on his highly unconventional re-positioning of the motorcycle icon’s marketplace presence. Ken shifted the company’s culture from a “product-first” mindset to one that prioritized being memorable for how they connect with people. The company swiftly grew to become the most successful player in the fierce...
2024-10-0238 minThe Culture Coach#073 Building an Agency Culture with CEO Gaby NevesSend a textSign up for my FREE Culture Check-In Workshop on Thursday, September 26th at http://CultureCoachWendy.com/freeworkshopMy guest today is Gaby Neves. Gaby has over 17 years of experience running Factory360, one of the top award-winning brand activation agencies in the U.S. with clients such as Meta, Amazon, Lacoste and Spotify. Gaby has a passion for tech and has adapted growth-hacking techniques to drive business for clients. Gaby is also a leader in the industry at large, creating the first ever incubator program with Florida International University and serving o...
2024-09-1228 min
Game On! with Jenny Carnes & Mary Ullmann JaphetElena Wells & Wendy BrandGame On! Elena Wells & Wendy Brand Episode 9 * July 29, 2024 * 32:47 Excited about the Men’s Final Four coming to San Antonio in 2025? So are we! Hear the experiences and insight from the women who’ve run the game in years past. Between Jenny and guests Elena Wells and Wendy Brand, this episode has led the charge on four NCAA Final Fours. From Elena trying to figure out how to take down a blimp, to the emotional 2002 Women’s Final Four after 9/11, don’t miss these incredible stories. Elena Wells Bio Elena Wells first joined S...
2024-07-2932 min
Game On! with Jenny Carnes & Mary Ullmann JaphetElena Wells & Wendy BrandGame On! Elena Wells & Wendy Brand Episode 9 * July 29, 2024 * 32:47 Excited about the Men’s Final Four coming to San Antonio in 2025? So are we! Hear the experiences and insight from the women who’ve run the game in years past. Between Jenny and guests Elena Wells and Wendy Brand, this episode has led the charge on four NCAA Final Fours. From Elena trying to figure out how to take down a blimp, to the emotional 2002 Women’s Final Four after 9/11, don’t miss these incredible stories. Elena Wells Bio Elena Wells first joined S...
2024-07-2932 minThe Culture Coach#062 Operationalizing Culture: 6 Levers to Operationalize Your CultureSend a textSummaryIn this episode, Wendy discusses how to operationalize a culture that benefits both employees and the organization as a whole. She defines culture as the shared norms, values, attitudes, and practices that form the collective identity of a company. Wendy introduces her Thrive Culture framework, which consists of six key areas: tribal core values, helpful processes and systems, responsive listening strategy, inspiring inclusivity and belonging, visible career and development paths, and empowering rewards and recognition. She emphasizes the importance of defining core values, creating clarity in pr...
2024-06-2820 minThe Culture Coach#060 The Case for CultureSend a textIn this episode we discuss the impact of culture on your business, potential benefits of culture, and I share my definition of culture:A shared set of workplace beliefs, values, attitudes, standards, purpose and behaviors. Think of it as a brand's personality: It encompasses how employees interact with each other, with customers, and with other stakeholders. We also discuss my current addiction to the Netflix series, Welcome to Wrexham, the correlation between sports teams and organizational teams, and examples of positive cultures in other organizations.Follow me on I...
2024-06-1412 minThe Culture CoachThe Culture Coach TrailerSend a textWelcome to The Culture Coach Podcast! Whether you’re a CEO of a small business or non-profit, a CHRO or simply a people-first-leader determined to make a difference in your company, this podcast is your resource for creating a culture where your employees can thrive.I’m Wendy Brand, Your Culture Coach, dedicated to supporting people-first leaders. Each week we dive into strategies and insights to help you build a workplace where employees feel valued, motivated, and inspired. From fostering tribal values and improving core processes to developing inclusive communities and responsive list...
2024-05-3101 minIdeal Practice#99. Beyond the Headshot: How a Brand Photo Shoot Can Fuel Business Growth with Sandra CostelloToday we’re talking about something that can be really tricky for so many of us - and THIS time, I’m not talking about money (for once!).Let’s start with a question. What happens when you’re the one in front of the camera, instead of the one behind it? How do you feel about having your picture taken? I’m talking about headshots, photography for your website, or any kind of promotional photography for your business.(Full disclosure: I have left photo shoots in tears more than once...
2024-04-091h 14
The Dark Side of EntrepreneurshipSE05/EP13: Crafting a Tasty Content Recipe w/ Wendy LieberJoin us for an insightful conversation with Wendy Lieber, the CEO of ContentBacon, as we delve into the art of crafting irresistible content that leaves a lasting impression. Learn from Wendy's vast experience in content marketing and entrepreneurship as she shares her secrets to creating content that not only engages but also delights your audience. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help you elevate your content game. Don't miss it!
Guest Short Bio- Wendy Lieber is the visionary co-founder and...
2024-03-271h 26The Culture Coach#048: Energy Ignitors and DepletorsSend a textWelcome to our first Transformation Tuesday! These Tuesday episodes are designed to address the things you can control. In a world where we are overworked, have higher levels of anxiety, depression, you get the drill, these episodes are bringing you nuggets to help you tap into your own energy. Becoming aware of where you may have energy detractors and focus on how you can turn them into energy ignitors!A leader’s overall energy is affected and influenced by: :· Spiritual factors that create attitude, confidence, purpose, and drive motivat...
2024-03-2612 minContent Marketing, Engineered Podcast | TREW MarketingThe Power of Developing a Personal Brand in an Industrial Sales RoleIn this episode, I welcome back Morgan Norris, Senior Brand Strategist at TREW Marketing. We delve into the world of personal branding and specifically, how people in sales and marketing roles can utilize this strategy to become a go-to and trusted resource. Personal brand is as an individual's identity and reputation both online and in person. We talk about how personal branding fosters trust and loyalty among customers.We also discuss how to define and enhance a personal brand by identifying your strengths. The conversation also covers how personal branding should align with your company's corporate brand....
2024-03-2141 min
FIRE Yourself FirstEP 46: Embracing Your BrandChatting with my amazing friend Laura Glass on today's podcast episode! We met online and instantly connected. She's a talented brand strategist and designer, helping small businesses and individuals express their true selves. Join us for a fun and creative conversation! 🎙️✨ Here’s a sneak peek of where our conversation flowed: Crafting careers out of what you love Finding work that doesn’t feel like work Beyond the paycheck - how pursuing your passions can be your secret sauce Unleashing your Brand Power Confidence, co...
2024-01-2348 minContent Marketing, Engineered Podcast | TREW MarketingBuilding A Strong Personal Brand with Chris Luecke Building a strong personal brand can be a game changer for salespeople in technical companies. A strong personal brand establishes you as authoritative and credible and helps you stay top-of-mind with your key audience. I invited Chris Luecke, Founder and Podcast Host of Manufacturing Happy Hour on the podcast to share how he built his personal brand, how it benefited him as a salesperson, and how to get started.Chris was generous enough to share how he got started building his personal brand. It all started when he needed to reach a new audience of t...
2024-01-1827 minThe Culture Coach#043: Finding Tiny Moments of Joy with Marybeth GreggSend a textWelcome back! I am Wendy Brand your host and creator of the Authentic Podcast and we have such a sweet conversation today that I think you will enjoy. Prior to starting her own business, Marybeth Gregg had a wonderfully successful career — first as a Human Resources (HR) executive with international consumer products, luxury goods, retail, pharmaceutical, and financial services companies, and then later with her own HR consulting firm. She has more than 25 years of experience providing HR consulting to companies in the US, UK, Europe, Sweden, and China. And then...
2024-01-1228 minThe Culture Coach#041: Let's GOal - GoalsettingSend a textWelcome back to the Authentic Energy podcast! I am your host Wendy Brand and I am feeling extra grateful and reflective as we reach the end of 2023. I am extremely grateful to those of you who have taken the time to listen to every episode this year and to those of you who have tuned in for specific episodes. I am EXTREMELY excited for the episodes that I will be bringing you in 2024. For the first quarter of the year, I will be focused on introducing my THRIVE Culture framework and interviewing gu...
2023-12-2920 min
Free Bird CEO#166 - Videomarketing als personal brand in 2024: interview met Ils SterckxHoe kun je je in 2024 videomarketing slim inzetten voor je business? In deze podcast deelt Ils Sterckx, eigenaresse van Matuvu Agency, een videomarketing agency, haar visie over hoe je als personal brand videomarketing in kunt inzetten om je business in 2024 te laten groeien.Wil jij je business opschalen in 2024 en je lanceringen door het dak laten gaan, zonder in te leveren op je vrijheid? Ontdek in een persoonlijk gesprek met Wendy hoe jij een quantum sprong maakt en van aankomend jaar je beste jaar ever maakt. Vraag een Expansion Gesprek aan.
2023-12-2750 min
The Feminine Founder33: {Interview} Creating a Thriving Culture to Avoid Burnout with Wendy Brand, MSODLText me!Are you experiencing turnover in your organization? Burnout may be the root cause and the good news is..... it can be avoided! In today's episode, Wendy Brand and I discuss how to create a thriving culture to avoid burning out your employees. We unpack Wendy's 4 steps for transformation and exactly how to implement.Wendy's impressive 25-year career has spanned roles in marketing, operations and human resources, and traversed multiple industries including sports, travel, technology, and retail, illuminating her agility and adaptability.Early in her career, Wendy’s adventurous spirit led her to...
2023-12-1915 minThe Culture Coach#038: How to Hire Top Talent with Caroline PenningtonSend a textCaroline Pennington is a seasoned Executive Recruiter bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. She is passionate about connecting talented individuals with top-tier organizations and thrives on finding the perfect match. Caroline has partnered with companies ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 and in all types of industries throughout the United States. Here are the takeaways from the show1. Companies that are winning in the talent war are following these steps: For candidates with less than 5 year’s experience: 1 Phone interview + 1 Zoom or Onsite interview For candidat...
2023-12-0826 min
The Coaching Edge: A Business Building PodcastEP 8: YOU Are Your Brand: Building Trust as a Solopreneur CoachIn this episode, Wendy McCallum explores a fundamental truth: as a solopreneur coach, YOU are your brand. In an era where authenticity is key, Wendy breaks down the vital connection between personal trustworthiness and brand credibility. She delves into the nuances of articulating your brand and business values, emphasizing how they shape not only your coaching sessions but also your pricing strategies, paid and free content, programming, and social media presence.
Wendy shares invaluable insights on recognizing when your values are honored versus jeopardized, ensuring alignment between your personal ethos and your professional offerings. If you're a...
2023-11-2019 minThe Culture Coach#034: Sow Series Ep. 4: Knowledge, Ability and Articulating Your UniquenessSend a textThis episode is 4 of 6 in our Sow Series taking us to the next step in our change curve. We first looked at the awareness of change in our Seeds Series, then as we entered the Sow Series we found our desire to change by looking at opportunities and risks. Now we focus on our Knowledge and Ability and articulating our uniqueness.I hope you enjoy this episode! Here are my takeaways:1. What do we need to do to make the change? It’s the skills, ability, and how you articulate what ma...
2023-11-1018 minThe Culture Coach#033: Sow Series Ep. 3: Opportunity: Assessing the LandscapeSend a textWe are back for another episode in the Sow Series with Whitney Kinservik and I. Today we are talking about Opportunity. I think this episode provides a pretty good recap of where we are in the series so I won’t be redundant and rehash that here. If you are just joining us in the Sow series you may want to go back and listen to the first 2 episodes of this series. And, the Seeds series is the prequel to this series, so if you really want to get up to speed, go...
2023-11-0315 minThe Culture Coach#032: Sow Series Ep. 2: Assessing the Risk. To Change or Not to ChangeSend a textLast week Whitney and I talked about having the desire to change. And, we assigned some homework. Hopefully, you’ve thought about what change you want to make and you tried it on for size…asking yourself “What IF”…what would it look like if I made this change? This week, Whitney Kinservik and I tackled our second episode in the SOW series by addressing the importance of assessing risk before making a change. We’ll walk you through a few examples and then, of course, assign some homework. I hope you got s...
2023-10-2717 minThe Culture Coach#031: Sow Series Ep. 1: Desire to ChangeSend a textThis is a sequel to the Seeds Series with Whitney Kinservek and I.Through this series, we are first going to Identify the seeds of change, and really understand what it means to have the desire to change. That is the intent of this first episode. Then we’ll seek to understand the landscape by assessing risk, next, we’ll select a location to plant the seeds by taking a look at opportunities in front of us, we’ll prepare the soil and then let nature take its courseHere are so...
2023-10-2023 min
Obey Your Strengths with Kathy Kersten35 / Navigating Conflict with Harmony: Wendy Brand's Authentic EnergyOn this episode of Obey Your Strengths, Kathy Kersten interviews Wendy Brand, the owner of WMB Coaching and Consulting. Wendy talks about her journey to owning her own business, and how her top five strengths of Activator, Arranger, Individualization, Harmony, and Relator have helped her along the way. She also shares her experience of getting up early due to construction on the highway, and how her harmony strength helped her navigate a difficult relationship with a colleague. Wendy emphasizes the importance of trust and building relationships, and how she uses her strength of relator to build trust with her...
2023-10-1938 min
Long Story Short with Megan and Wendy: The PodcastIntroducing: Approved with Megan and WendyIntroducing Approved with Megan and Wendy!
Looking for a fun and informative podcast hosted by the dynamic duo Megan and Wendy? Look no further than Approved with Megan and Wendy. Your favorite Hallmark movie reviewers are bringing their same hilarious banter to a brand new show where they ask each other what they are using and loving for the week.
Visit the Approved with Megan and Wendy homepage. Three new episodes will debut on Wednesday, September 6th!
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2023-09-0612 min
Approved with Megan and WendyIntroducing Approved with Megan and WendyIntroducing Approved with Megan and Wendy!
Looking for a fun and informative podcast hosted by the dynamic duo Megan and Wendy? Look no further than Approved with Megan and Wendy. Your favorite Hallmark movie reviewers are bringing their same hilarious banter to a brand new show where they ask each other what they are using and loving for the week.
Visit the Approved with Megan and Wendy homepage. Three new episodes will debut on Wednesday, September 6th!
Where to Listen to Approved with Megan and Wendy?
Approved with Megan and Wendy...
2023-09-0601 minThe Culture Coach#026: Seeds Series Ep. 6: Recap + What is a Coach?Send a textToday’s episode is a recap of the Seeds series. We talk briefly about some of the learnings we shared along the way, but then we talk about what to do with those learnings. And, finally, Whitney and I decided that it might be helpful to share information about what a coach is, what it isn’t, what to expect and what it could cost. Here are our takeaways from the episode:1. You are not obligated to respond in any particular way to a circumstance. You have a choice. Creating awareness around y...
2023-08-2626 minContent Marketing, Engineered Podcast | TREW MarketingMozCon 2023 Recap: Doubling down on building authority and brand recognition for SEOErin Moore shares the key themes from MozCon 2023 and why going back to basics is a winning strategy.Erin More, TREW's Account Director, attended MozCon this year to bring back all the latest industry news on Search Engine Optimization (SEO). If you're a marketer or a practitioner of SEO specifically, you know how much things have changed in the last few years and even months in the world of SEO and search rank strategy. According to Erin, there were 4 big themes from MozCon 2023: Search is a lot more than Google searchThe way google interprets in...
2023-08-1740 min