People Profit Podcast

Sandra Coker

What if profitability wasn’t just about numbers and strategy—but about people? What if the key to scaling your business wasn’t found in spreadsheets, but in the relationships that fuel your company’s success? Welcome to People Profit Podcast, the podcast that goes beyond traditional business talk and into the human dynamics that drive sustainable growth. This is a raw, unfiltered conversation with the visionaries who are shaping the future of business by putting people first.

  1. 3d ago

    Culture by People: How AI Is Changing the Way We Work with Ted Wolf

    AI is transforming the way businesses operate—but successful AI adoption isn’t just about technology. It’s about building the right strategy, systems, culture, and leadership to make that technology work. In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, to explore what it takes to build an intelligent, resilient, and people-first organization in the age of AI. Ted shares insights from decades of experience in technology, entrepreneurship, and organizational transformation, including how leaders can approach AI with clear business objectives while bringing their people along through change. Connect with Ted Wolf:Guidewise: https://www.guidewise.ai/Email: ted@guidewise.ai Follow the People Profit Podcast for more conversations about leadership, workplace culture, employee engagement, and building organizations where both people and businesses can thrive.

  2. Aug 13

    Culture by People: Why Great Leaders Ask More Questions with Dr. Katie Trowbridge

    What separates good leaders from great ones? In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker speaks with leadership expert Dr. Katie Trowbridge about why curiosity, psychological safety, and courageous leadership are essential for building high-performing teams in today's rapidly changing workplace. Together they discuss the impact of AI on critical thinking, why employees leave when their ideas aren't valued, how leaders can build trust across generations, and why one simple phrase—"Tell me more."—can transform team culture. Whether you're leading a business, managing a team, or developing your own leadership skills, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately. #Leadership #LeadershipDevelopment #PeopleProfitPodcast #EmployeeEngagement #Curiosity #Management #CriticalThinking #AILeadership #WorkplaceCulture #PsychologicalSafety #LeadershipSkills

  3. Aug 10

    Culture by People: The Leadership Habits That Shape Company Culture with Adriana Vaccaro

    Leadership isn't built through big moments—it's built through the small actions we take every day. In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker is joined by Adriana Vaccaro, Founder & CEO of Culture Redesigned and bestselling author of Culture Minded, to discuss how everyday leadership behaviors shape workplace culture, build trust, and create high-performing teams. Together, they explore the power of emotional intelligence, the science behind belonging and collaboration, practical ways to prevent burnout, and how leaders can create environments where people genuinely thrive. Whether you're a leader, HR professional, entrepreneur, or aspiring manager, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you lead with greater impact.

  4. Aug 6

    Culture by People: How to Build Trust, Drive Innovation & Lead Through Change with Abhishek Sampath

    🎙️ AI isn’t replacing great leaders—it’s revealing the ones who know how to lead through change. In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with Abhishek “Abi” Sampath, Founder and CEO of 9Lights AI, AI strategist, executive advisor, educator, and co-author of the upcoming book AI and Change Management, to explore how leaders can successfully integrate artificial intelligence while keeping people at the center. As organizations navigate rapid technological transformation, Abi shares why AI adoption is not just a technology challenge—it’s a leadership challenge. From building trust and managing change to creating responsible AI strategies, this conversation explores what it takes to lead teams through uncertainty while preparing for the future of work. Abi brings years of experience in engineering, product leadership, digital transformation, and AI strategy, advising executives on how to implement artificial intelligence responsibly, securely, and strategically. Through his work at 9Lights AI, teaching, and AI education initiatives, he helps organizations and individuals understand how to use AI as a tool for growth and innovation. 🎧 Listen now to learn how great leaders can harness AI while staying human at the core.

  5. Aug 3

    Culture by People: Understanding Gen Z Leadership and the Future of Work with Shannon Falvey

    🎙️ Is Gen Z really entitled—or are they redefining what great leadership looks like? In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with Shannon Falvey, Assistant Branch Manager at Central One Federal Credit Union, to explore what leadership looks like through the lens of Gen Z. Shannon shares her perspective on emotional intelligence, mental health, workplace culture, technology, reverse mentoring, and the importance of creating environments where every generation can succeed. Together, they discuss how organizations can bridge generational gaps, challenge workplace stereotypes, and build stronger, more connected teams. Whether you're a leader, manager, HR professional, business owner, or simply navigating a multigenerational workplace, this conversation offers practical insights into the future of leadership. If you're ready to better understand the next generation of leaders and build a workplace where people and performance thrive, this episode is for you.

  6. Jul 30

    Culture by People: Prevent Burnout & Build A Culture People Love with Ivo Knoll

    🎙️ Self-Leadership, Authenticity & The Path to Sustainable Success What if becoming a better leader starts with becoming more aligned with yourself? In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with Ivo Knoll, founder of Noel Coaching and creator of the Clarity Flow System, to explore how self-leadership, emotional intelligence, and authentic living can transform the way we lead, work, and grow. After years as an engineer, international project manager, and corporate executive, Ivo reached a level of professional success many people strive for—yet realized something was missing. That discovery led him to create a coaching framework designed to help people reconnect with their authentic selves, overcome limiting beliefs, and lead with greater clarity and purpose. Sandra and Ivo discuss why burnout is becoming one of the biggest challenges for modern leaders, why success without alignment can leave people feeling unfulfilled, and how self-awareness creates stronger leaders, healthier teams, and more sustainable organizations. About Ivo Knoll Ivo Knoll is the founder of Noel Coaching and creator of the Clarity Flow System, a holistic coaching framework that helps individuals align their mind, body, and purpose to create meaningful personal and professional transformation. With experience in engineering, international project management, corporate leadership, and organic farming, Ivo helps leaders develop authentic confidence, overcome limiting beliefs, prevent burnout, and build sustainable success through self-awareness and emotional intelligence. 🎧 Subscribe to the People Profit Podcast for conversations about leadership, personal growth, workplace culture, and creating success through people. #PeopleProfitPodcast #SelfLeadership #Leadership #AuthenticLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #BurnoutPrevention #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceCulture #ExecutiveCoaching

  7. Jul 27

    Culture by People: How to Build Teams That Scale with Kurt Uhlir

    🎙️ Servant Leadership in High-Growth Companies: Building Trust, Teams & Sustainable Success Can servant leadership truly thrive in fast-growing companies, mergers, acquisitions, and times of rapid change? In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with Kurt Uhlir, Chief Marketing Officer at Easy Home Search, growth operator, keynote speaker, and company builder, to explore how leaders can create successful organizations by putting people first. With experience helping lead more than 60 corporate transactions across multiple industries, Kurt shares lessons from scaling companies, navigating change, and transforming leadership approaches. He explains why the strongest organizations move beyond command-and-control management and build cultures centered on trust, accountability, and commitment. Sandra and Kurt discuss servant leadership, executive communication, AI-driven workplaces, organizational growth, and the importance of creating teams where both people and business results can thrive. About Kurt UhlirKurt Uhlir is the Chief Marketing Officer at Easy Home Search, a growth operator, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and executive coach with decades of experience helping organizations scale through growth, mergers and acquisitions, and digital transformation. He specializes in servant leadership, organizational growth, executive communication, AI adoption, and building teams that deliver long-term results. 🎧 Subscribe to the People Profit Podcast for conversations about leadership, workplace culture, and building organizations where people and performance grow together. #PeopleProfitPodcast #ServantLeadership #Leadership #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceCulture #ExecutiveLeadership #BusinessGrowth #FutureOfWork

  8. Jul 23

    Culture by People: The Secret to Building Trust & High-Performing Teams with Stephanie Fusco

    What does authentic leadership really look like in today’s workplace? In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandy sits down with Stephanie Fusco, Senior HR Leader, to explore how authenticity, transparency, and consistency help leaders build trust and create stronger workplace cultures. Stephanie shares her leadership journey and why great leadership is built on honesty, emotional intelligence, active listening, and genuine connection. Together, they discuss coaching leadership, psychological safety, servant leadership, and how leaders can help teams thrive through change. In this conversation, you’ll hear: • Why authenticity builds stronger teams• How leaders earn trust through transparency and consistency• The power of coaching and emotional intelligence• How psychological safety drives innovation• Practical habits for becoming a stronger leader Whether you’re a new manager, HR professional, or experienced leader, this episode offers practical insights for creating cultures where people feel valued, supported, and empowered. Subscribe to the People Profit Podcast for more conversations on leadership, workplace culture, and building organizations where people and performance thrive. #PeopleProfitPodcast #AuthenticLeadership #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #Trust #ServantLeadership #HR

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What if profitability wasn’t just about numbers and strategy—but about people? What if the key to scaling your business wasn’t found in spreadsheets, but in the relationships that fuel your company’s success? Welcome to People Profit Podcast, the podcast that goes beyond traditional business talk and into the human dynamics that drive sustainable growth. This is a raw, unfiltered conversation with the visionaries who are shaping the future of business by putting people first.

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  • Creator
    Sandra Coker
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Sandra Coker
  • Show Website
    People Profit Podcast