The People Impact Podcast

This week, we're exploring a concept that is fundamental yet often overlooked in our daily interactions— the Social Contract. This idea, though abstract, plays a crucial role in understanding the dynamics of toxic leadership and the subtle ways it can manifest in organizations.

”In the gray areas of unwritten social contracts, toxic leaders find their playground—where chaos breeds control and logic is left in the dust."

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“True leadership isn't about wielding power over others; it's about harnessing the collective strength of a team to create a thriving ecosystem where everyone can shine."

Welcome to the second bonus edition of Notes from the Field.

This week I've been reflecting on the dynamics of leadership and the stark contrast between "power over" and "power with" leadership paradigms. In today's complicated and messy world, understanding these ...

"In a world where chaos reigns, toxic leaders thrive. It's time to unveil the truth behind the power grab and reclaim effective leadership."

As we navigate through these challenging times, it's crucial to understand the patterns of toxic leadership and how they can impact our organizations. I've been reflecting on the difference between effective and toxic leadership, especially in the face of chaos and unc...

Have you ever been in an organization where things felt off, but you just didn’t know why? 

You complained and vented, and no matter how much you vented, it just stuck to you? 

You felt like it wasn’t safe to speak your mind, but you weren’t sure why?

You felt exhausted and taken advantage of, but that was the norm?

You felt ignored and like your practical suggestions just weren’t not heard or welcome? 

Or maybe you felt like your skill...

Have you ever felt like the rug was ripped right out from under you at work? Things were going well, really well…then boom you are left on the curb blindsided and dismayed. Hero to zero?

It’s possible it may have just been bad luck, or it may have been a part of a toxic workplace pattern. 

In this People Impact Podcast episode, Ann Betz and Lisa Dempsey  into the complexities of workplace toxicity and the insidious IDD cycle: Ideal...

Welcome to the first full episode of the new season of the People Impact Podcast!

We are so excited to start taking this deep dive into exploring toxicity in the workplace. 

We are even more excited to welcome our new co-host Ann Betz!!

Please join us in welcoming Ann to the podcast and share your thoughts on this new episode in the comments below. 

In this episode Ann and Lisa share their personal experiences with toxic workplaces...

It is a New Season and we’re thrilled to finally bring you some exciting updates! Today marks a significant transition for our podcast. After months of anticipation, we are ready to unveil our new direction. Marjolijn Vlug, our beloved co-host, has decided to step down as she has decided to shift her professional focus and realign her priorities. We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for her invaluable contributions over the...

It’s ok to work hard, but what if working hard wasn’t the ONLY option? 

In this People Impact Podcast episode, Lisa had the pleasure of hosting Wouter Smeets, founder of Life-Centric Work Lab, as our special guest. Wouter shared his unique perspective on work and life, challenging traditional beliefs and advocating for a life-centric approach to work.

🚀 A New Perspective on Work-Life Balance

Wouter’s approach to work-lif...

It’s really difficult to be a leader in the world right now. 

One of the things that can really make it easier: increasing relational intelligence in organizations.

In this People Impact Podcast, Lisa Dempsey and Alita Watson dive into the world of embedded coaching and how it can increase relational intelligence inside organizations. 

Alita comes from a background in global aid and eventually transitioned into the world of coachin...

We often talk ourselves into believing that growth is something that just happens. Almost as if growth is automatic and just unfolds - like magic. ✨ 

In this episode, Lisa Dempsey sits down with Jesse (Jesus) Hernandez to discuss his transformative journey and what he has learned about what real growth takes.

Jesse shares his journey and insights gained from his experiences. From being an apprentice plumber to starting hi...

Have you ever felt like you are working in a complex, yet primitive place?

You are not alone. Drew Jones is a cultural anthropologist and workplace strategy consultant who studies workplaces through the lens of anthropology. 

In this episode we explore the overlap between business and cultural anthropology and the importance of understanding and influencing organizational culture. 

Drew emphasizes the need for creating conditions f...

Have you ever paused and asked yourself “where did I learn that belief” with the powerful follow up of “AND IS IT TRUE?”

In this insightful episode Joshua Berry  and Lisa dive into the concept of limiting beliefs and the impact they have on personal and professional growth. Joshua shares his personal journey of recognizing and overcoming limiting beliefs, and the impact it had on his life and career.

 Joshua also shares p...

“How did you feel when you realised that?”

“I must say, I finally felt happy with it. This is making me happy because this makes sense.”

In this new episode we dive deep with Paul ter Wal, a former lawyer turned leadership developer and professional speaker who is reshaping the workplace through his motto, Happiness Makes Money: the well-being of employees isn't just a nice-to-have; it's a must-have for business profit...

The right words at the right time can make all the difference—not just in business but life itself.

On this episode, we unravel the concept of radical candour developed by Kim Scott. Radical candour isn't a tool as much as a commitment to authentic conversations that drive meaningful change. It invites us to balance truth with care in the words we use. It is a feedback mechanism and more: a transformative approach to your ...

The thing with burnout is… you’re largely unaware of it until it happens to you. When we’re ambitious, we’re driven by goals and metrics. Financial success denoted by things and the balance in your bank account. Who are you, in the journey towards that result you’re aiming for? Julian Reeve shares his experiences and wisdom with us in this episode. He's shaping the way organizations tackle stress and burnout and his story is...

In today's fast-paced corporate world, the term ‘toxic work culture’ is more than just a buzzword; it's a reality that can deeply impact both individual well-being and organizational health.

This deep dive into workplace dynamics ties together the recognition that toxicity isn't just about individual burnout or interpersonal conflicts; it can be embedded in structures and policies with ripple effects that shape our...

What is your work in the world?

Irene Riad is a multinational, multicultural executive coach and organizational culture coach (ICF PCC) who specializes in leadership transformation, complex drama recovery coaching and Jungian psychology coaching. She is also the founder of SIGHTcet, the Self Mastery Coaching Institute.

Her mission is supporting leaders to live their legacy through their work: the authentic expression of t...

“My mission is to pick apart what women did who have succeeded – and success is defined by making it to the C-suite at these very, very large companies where the deck is stacked against her, but she still made it. And what I found is, these women, even if they don't call it positive emotion, tapped into positive emotion to make it through.”

Join us in this conversation with executive coach and three-time best-selling autho...