Inside the C-Suite

Inside the C-Suite

Energy, Influence and Innovation in the C-Suite Join Christy Honeycutt for an unfiltered look into the minds of influential leaders as they share their untold stories. If you want to know how top leaders manage their energy, expand their influence and transform vision into action, this is for you. Christy and her guests dive deep into the intersection of leadership, impact and innovation, revealing the practices and mindsets that empower them to show up as their most authentic, effective selves. At its core, Inside the C-Suite is more than just leadership tactics; it’s about the energetic exchange that drives real influence and change. Whether it's navigating chaos, overcoming adversity or building the resilience to lead with clarity, the podcast uncovers the personal and professional journeys of those who are redefining what it means to lead. If you're ready to go beyond the surface and tap into the deeper currents that shape leadership, this podcast is your invitation to listen, learn and lead differently.

Episodes

Stop Digitizing Dysfuntion | EP96

October 5, 2026 • 33 mins
An insightful conversation with one of the “God -Father’s” of recruitment. What happens when technology moves faster than the systems and people expected to use it? Craig Fisher has been in this game a long time and if you know Craig, you know he has a habit of seeing what’s coming before the rest of the industry catches up. Employer brand before it became a function. Community before it became a strategy....
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Employer Brand Isn’t What You Say, It’s What People Experience | EP95

September 29, 2026 • 37 mins
What happens when the story a company tells about itself doesn’t match what people experience once they walk through the door? That’s where trust starts to break. On this episode of Inside the C-Suite, I sat down with Bryan Chaney—Founder of People Brand Collective and self-described “Unapologetic Chief People Nerd”—for a conversation that goes way beyond employer branding. Bryan has spent his...
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The Future of Work Needs More Troublemakers, Shelley Zalis on AI, Agency & Changing Broken Systems | EP94

September 22, 2026 • 35 mins
What happens when the rules we’ve been taught to follow no longer work? In this episode of Inside the C-Suite, Christy Honeycutt sits down with Shelley Zalis, CEO of The Female Quotient and self-described “Chief Troublemaker,” for a candid conversation about challenging outdated systems, reclaiming agency, and leading differently in a world being rapidly reshaped by AI. Shelley’s career has been built on q...
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Rethinking What Works: AI, Culture, and the Future of People Leadership | EP93

September 14, 2026 • 38 mins
In this episode of Inside the C-Suite, Christy Honeycutt sits down with Joelle Emerson, Co-Founder and CEO of Surface, to explore how leaders can rethink systems that are “working” before they become outdated. Joelle shares her journey from civil rights lawyer to people-technology leader, including Surface’s bold decision to move from its existing software to an entirely AI-native platform. She discusses navigati...
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The Locker Room Lessons Every CEO Needs | EP92

September 11, 2026 • 33 mins
Some of the most important lessons we carry into the C-suite aren’t learned in a boardroom, they’re learned in the moments when the plan falls apart. Mike Morini knows something about that. Before becoming CEO of PlanSource and building a 30-year career in software, Mike pursued a very different dream: professional football. He made it to the Buffalo Bills. Then he got cut. He spent a year on the New Jersey Generals pra...
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The Power of Being Different: Building an Employer Brand People Choose | EP91

August 31, 2026 • 41 mins
If your employer brand sounds like everyone else's, why would the best talent choose you? Purpose. Growth. Culture. Innovation. Impact. Great words. Until every company is saying them. On this episode of Inside the C-Suite, Christy Honeycutt sits down with James Ellis, employer brand strategist, founder of Employer Brand Labs, and author of Becoming Choosable to talk about employer brand through a much bigger lens: business stra...
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Leadership Presence Begins with Authentic Communication | EP90

August 24, 2026 • 28 mins
Organizations are navigating an era where communication has become both more accessible and more complex. As AI reshapes how messages are created and distributed, leaders face a different challenge: ensuring their communication still feels human. At the same time, increasingly global and multilingual workforces require leaders to think beyond presentation skills and toward genuine connection. In this episode of Inside the C-Suite,...
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Beyond the Paycheck: Rethinking Financial Wellness at Work | EP89

August 17, 2026 • 32 mins
Financial stress doesn't clock out when the workday starts. It shows up in focus, productivity, engagement, retention—and in the decisions employees make about their careers and their futures. On this episode of Inside the C-Suite, Christy Honeycutt sits down with Einat Steklov, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Kashable, to challenge how we think about financial wellness and the role employers can—and should—play. Eina...
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The Leadership Lie: Why Authenticity Beats Employer Branding Every Time | EP88

August 10, 2026 • 32 mins
Everyone talks about culture. Everyone talks about authenticity. Everyone talks about AI. But here's the question no one seems to ask: If your employees don't believe you, does any of it matter? In this episode of Inside the C-Suite, Christy Honeycutt sits down with Mike Peditto—founder of Realistic Recruiting, author of Yes, You're Being Judged, keynote speaker, recruiter, and one of the most respected voices in talent ...
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Humanity Over AI: Leading Through Change Without Losing Your People | EP 87

August 3, 2026 • 33 mins
AI is changing everything—but let's be honest, technology has never been the hardest part of transformation. People are. Organizations are investing millions into AI, automation, and digital transformation, yet many are overlooking the one thing that determines whether those investments succeed: leadership. In this episode of Inside the C-Suite, I sit down with Mindy Honcoop—HR executive, executive coach, founder of ...
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Leadership Visibility in the Age of AI: Building Trust, Influence, and Authenticity | EP86

July 27, 2026 • 30 mins
Artificial intelligence has fundamentally changed how organizations communicate. Content can be generated instantly, marketing campaigns can be automated, and information has never been easier to produce. Yet as technology accelerates, trust has become increasingly difficult to earn. Organizations are discovering that visibility alone no longer creates influence—credibility does. In this episode of Inside the C-Suite, Christ...
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Legacy in Leadership: Freedom Was Always the Strategy | EP74

July 27, 2026 • 36 mins
Entrepreneurship at its most sustainable is not built on opportunity alone. It is built on identity, instinct, and the willingness to create a life where the work and the person are inseparable. In this episode, Christy Honeycutt sits down with Dennis Collins, founder of Collins Brothers Jeep — the largest classic Jeep restoration shop in the world — and creator of Coffee Walk, the long-running automotive content serie...
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The Measure of Success Beyond Achievement | EP 85

July 21, 2026 • 34 mins
Success is often defined by growth, financial performance, and visible accomplishments. Yet for many leaders, there comes a point when those external markers no longer provide the fulfillment they once promised. As organizations expand, responsibilities increase, and expectations grow, leaders are frequently confronted with a deeper question: What does success actually mean? In this episode of Inside the C-Suite, Christy Honeycutt...
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Designing Experiences That Actually Matter | EP 84

July 13, 2026 • 35 mins
The best leaders know this: people rarely remember the technology. They remember how it made them feel. In this episode of Inside the C-Suite, I sit down with Matt DeVance, Founder and President of DeVance Electronic Lifestyle, to explore what happens when innovation, leadership, and human connection come together. After more than 20 years designing luxury smart homes, businesses and experiences, Matt has learned that success isn...
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The Future of Leadership: AI, Talent, and Human Connection | EP 83

July 6, 2026 • 36 mins
Leadership often looks different from the inside than it does from the outside. While titles may suggest authority and certainty, the reality of leadership is often defined by difficult decisions, constant change, and the responsibility of guiding people through uncertainty. As organizations navigate evolving workforce expectations, rapid technological advancement, and increasing complexity, leaders are being challenged to rethink...
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Leading Beyond Ego: Building Trust, Energy, and Stronger Teams | EP82

June 29, 2026 • 37 mins
Leadership is becoming increasingly complex. As organizations navigate changing workforce expectations, evolving team dynamics, and constant pressure to perform, the ability to lead effectively requires more than expertise or authority. Today's leaders must learn how to build trust, communicate intentionally, and create environments where people can thrive. In this episode of Inside the C-Suite, Christy Honeycutt sits down with Ca...
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Future-Ready Leadership: Preparing People for a Future That Won't Sit Still | EP81

June 22, 2026 • 38 mins
The future of work isn't slowing down—and neither can the way we prepare people for it. Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, career paths are becoming increasingly nonlinear, and the skills that once guaranteed success no longer offer the same certainty. In a world defined by constant disruption, the question is no longer, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" It's: How do we prepare people to thrive through...
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The Business of Trust: How Relationships Create Lasting Impact | EP80

June 15, 2026 • 43 mins
Leadership is often measured by visibility, performance, and outcomes. Yet the leaders who create lasting impact understand something many organizations overlook: Trust is the strategy. As organizations navigate AI disruption, shifting workforce expectations, and increasingly fragmented attention, one capability continues to separate influential leaders from transactional operators—the ability to build meaningful relationsh...
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The Curiosity Advantage: Why Great Leaders Never Stop Asking Questions | EP79

June 8, 2026 • 32 mins
What happens when a CEO asks a simple question that changes the trajectory of your career? In this episode of Inside the C-Suite, Christy Honeycutt sits down with leadership researcher, author, TEDx speaker, former Fortune 500 executive, and even stand-up comedian, Dr. Debra Clary, to explore why curiosity may be the most underrated leadership skill of our time. After a 40-year career that took her from driving a Teamster route t...
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The Leadership Pause: Why Self-Awareness Changes Everything | EP 78

June 1, 2026 • 36 mins
Organizations move faster than ever. Leaders are expected to respond instantly, navigate complexity, and maintain clarity under pressure. Yet speed is often mistaken for effectiveness. In reality, the inability to slow down may contribute to burnout, stress, poor decisions, and disconnection. In this episode, Christy Honeycutt sits down with Ayako DeRuby, founder of The Alchemy Yoga, meditation facilitator, sound healing practitio...
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