The Workplace Fairy Tale

The Human Priority
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Once upon a time, work was stressful, draining, and uninspiring. But it doesn’t have to be that way. The Workplace Fairytale is a podcast for leaders, teams, and dreamers who believe in a better way to work—one where joy fuels results and people come first. Through inspiring conversations, real-world strategies, and a sprinkle of workplace magic, you’ll discover how to create your own happily ever after at work.

Episodes

  1. Aug 27

    Episode 04 - Building Your Dream Team

    Episode 04: Build Your Dream Team What does it actually take to build a team people want to be part of? Hint: it’s not just hiring smart people, adding a few values to the website, and hoping chemistry takes care of the rest. In this episode of The Workplace Fairy Tale, Zohreh Yamin gets into what makes strong teams work: trust, honest communication, psychological safety, healthy disagreement, shared responsibility, and the simple-but-powerful act of having each other’s backs. Because a real dream team is not a group of people who agree on everything. It’s a group of people who know how to communicate through differences, support one another, and create an environment where people can do great work without constantly watching their backs. In this episode, we explore: -Why great teams are built intentionally -The difference between “me” culture and “we” culture -Why over-communication can be a good thing -How psychological safety changes team performance -Why disagreement is healthy when trust is strong -What it really means to have your coworkers’ backs -Why culture deserves real time and attention from leadership -How happy employees can become your strongest recruiting tool For leaders, the message is simple: culture is not a side project. The way people experience your organization every day shapes performance, retention, recruiting, and everything in between. So, what makes a team feel like a dream team to you? Listen now, share the episode with someone building a team of their own, and let us know what stood out. ✨ The Workplace Fairytale ✨ Bold ideas. Honest conversations. Better workplaces.

  2. Aug 5

    Episode 03 - Leadership Paradigm Shift

    What if leadership isn’t about who people work for, but how we work with one another? In this episode of The Workplace Fairytale, host Zohreh Yamin challenges the traditional leadership hierarchy and invites us to rethink who gets to lead, how power shows up at work, and why a title should describe someone’s responsibilities- not their human worth. Because leadership is not reserved for the person with the biggest office or the fanciest title. We all lead people, projects, systems, ideas, and change. Tune in as Zohreh explores: • Why everyone is a leader • The shift from “working for” to “working with” • How titles and power dynamics influence engagement • Why autonomy must come with shared responsibility • What it takes to invite real participation - not just compliance No crowns, thrones, or org-chart worship required. What leadership belief do you think workplaces need to leave behind? Share it in the comments. Subscribe for more honest conversations, real-world strategies, and a little workplace magic. 🪄 Email info@thehumanpriority.com to share your workplace story or inquire about being a guest. #TheWorkplaceFairytale #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #OrganizationalChange

  3. 12/02/2025

    Episode 02 - Upleveling Culture

    Ready to take your culture from “pretty good” to “pure magic”? In this episode of The Workplace Fairytale, host and seasoned culture-transformer Zohreh Yamin breaks down the real secrets to upleveling your organization: from crafting bold visions to taking small steps that create big momentum. You’ll learn why belief matters, why action beats perfection, and how even the smallest cultural tweaks can create massive waves of joy, trust, and collaboration across your team. And of course… there’s storytelling, humor, and a few fairy-tale metaphors sprinkled in for good measure. If you’re dreaming of a workplace that feels aligned, energized, and supportive, this episode is your roadmap. Enjoy our free "Discovery Questions to Start the Shift" here: http://bit.ly/48NrrXq Let the upleveling begin! ✨

  4. 08/26/2025

    Episode 01 - Demystifying Culture

    Culture isn’t just “nice to have”—it’s the heartbeat of every high-performing organization. In this episode of The Workplace Fairytale, host Zohreh Yamin breaks down a world where workplace culture isn’t an untouchable mystery—it’s something you can shape, nurture, and transform. Zohreh shares insights sprinkled with humor, storytelling, and even a bubble-breathing dragon. Whether you’re a leader, a team member, or just a believer in joyful work, this episode will help you see culture in a whole new light—and inspire you to start crafting your own “happily ever after” at work.

  5. 08/12/2025

    Episode 00 - The Origin Story

    Episode 00: The Origin Story  ✨ Once upon a time... ✨ a fixer of chaotic workplaces dared to believe that work could be filled with joy. And now, that belief has become a podcast. Welcome to the very first episode of The Workplace Fairytale! In this heartfelt and humorous origin story, your host Zohreh Yamin—CEO of The Human Priority—shares how her journey from social work to saving programs in crisis led to a powerful realization: sustainable success doesn’t come from pressure and panic—it comes from people. Tune in as Zohreh dives into: Her real-life fairy tale of transforming teams Why joy isn’t just fluff; it’s a business advantage How putting humans first leads to inspiring outcomes And why she’s finally stepping behind the mic to share everything she’s learned Whether you’re a leader, team member, or someone who just knows work can be better, this is your invitation to join in the Fairy Tale.   🪄 Email info@thehumanpriority.com if you’d like to be a guest or share your own workplace story!

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About

Once upon a time, work was stressful, draining, and uninspiring. But it doesn’t have to be that way. The Workplace Fairytale is a podcast for leaders, teams, and dreamers who believe in a better way to work—one where joy fuels results and people come first. Through inspiring conversations, real-world strategies, and a sprinkle of workplace magic, you’ll discover how to create your own happily ever after at work.

Information

  • Creator
    The Human Priority
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Workplace Fairy Tale