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Welcome to The People First Podcast by Navigate! Each month, our CEO and Founder, Troy Vincent will bring you an episode featuring some of our favorite people in the employee wellbeing industry, as well as insights from our own team. Get ready to learn and grow with us as we discover and discuss the resources you need to bring more health and happiness back to your people and culture.  Navigate | Corporate Wellbeing Platform Subscribe on Goodpods today!

  1. May 28

    The future of health coaching in employee wellbeing

    The wellbeing space is moving fast, and if you're feeling the pressure to cut through vendor noise and prove real results, you're not alone. Organizations everywhere are asking the same big question: Where is health coaching headed, and how do we get it right? In this leadership roundtable, our Navigate experts tackle the shifts happening right now in the coaching landscape. Employers are no longer asking whether to offer coaching, they're asking where individual support creates the most strategic value for their population. The panel pulls apart vendor fatigue, the GLP-1 cost crisis, and why complexity itself has become one of the biggest barriers to employee engagement. We also cover:  • The vendor consolidation reality and how to navigate point solution overwhelm •  How a large food production client cut through years of vendor churn and, within 60 days, saw more than 400 members at a manufacturing client enroll in coaching, in an industry most people assume is impossible to reach •  What GLP-1s have to do with coaching: why 29% of members in one Navigate program reduced or skipped their prescription entirely after working with a health coach

    41 min

  2. Apr 30

    Rethinking how workplaces support women’s health

    Most employers have a women's health benefit somewhere in their stack. It probably covers fertility or pregnancy, maybe menopause. And then it stops — as if women stop having health needs the moment they step off that particular conveyor belt. In this episode, Troy sits down with Dawn DuBois, Director of Community Outreach at St. Luke's Health System, and Dr. Jen Musick, Navigate's VP of Clinical Strategy, to make the case for treating women's health as a continuous, coordinated enterprise strategy — not a series of disconnected point solutions. Dawn brings 16 years of community health experience and a front-row view of where women fall through the cracks. Dr. Jen brings the clinical lens, including a sharp focus on why cardiovascular risk in women remains one of the most overlooked gaps in employer wellbeing programs. Together, they outline what it actually looks like to move from check-the-box women's benefits to an integrated strategy that follows women from their 20s through menopause and beyond. We also cover: Why heart disease — the number one killer of women — rarely shows up in employer women's health programs, and what closing that gap looks like in practice How St. Luke’s Spirit impacts women’s health in the community across all stages of life, meeting women where they are in the times that matter most.The two building blocks every HR leader should start with when launching or overhauling a women's health strategy — regardless of budget or company size

    34 min

  3. Mar 26

    Reaching diverse workforces across industries - why your wellbeing program isn't working (and what actually does)

    If your wellbeing program looks the same for every employee, it’s not a strategy — it’s a guess. And guesses don’t lower healthcare costs or fix burnout.In this episode, Troy Vincent and Jeremy Knipper sit down with Navigate’s VP of Clinical Strategy, Dr. Jen Musick  to unpack a reality most HR teams are quietly facing: wellbeing programs often fail because they ignore how people actually work. A plant worker on second shift, a burned-out nurse, a union crew member, and a high-performing consultant all face different pressures — yet companies still roll out the same step challenge and call it engagement. That’s where things break.The conversation dives into how Navigate approaches wellbeing differently: by aligning clinical science, workforce culture, and real engagement data to design programs that actually work across different industries. We also explore: Why cookie-cutter wellbeing programs quietly fail across industriesThe engagement myth that’s costing employers millions in healthcare spendHow personalized pathways drive 50%+ risk migration and real behavior changeWhy public sector and union workforces often outperform expectations in wellbeing engagementHow leadership participation and culture determine whether a program succeeds or stalls

    36 min

  4. Feb 26

    How culture turns wellbeing Into clinical results with Toby Stime and Jad Khalil

    If your wellbeing program can’t prove outcomes, it’s not a benefit — it’s budget confetti. In this episode, Troy Vincent and Jeremy Knipper sit down with Toby Stime, Director of Benefits at Foster Farms, and Jad Khalil, Team Lead Client Success at Navigate and for a blunt look at what actually drives measurable wellbeing results — especially in complex, diverse, frontline workforces. Foster Farms nearly cut their wellbeing program entirely after three vendors in three years left them with admin headaches, plateaued participation, and “same poster, same program” fatigue. Then they switched to Navigate — and the story flips from transactional vendor chaos to a true partnership built on trust, cultural alignment, and relentless personalization. You’ll hear how they made wellbeing accessible across 7–8 primary languages, why “culture first” unlocked real engagement, and what happened when they moved from surface-level participation to targeted condition support and human coaching (not just tech). The payoff? Biometrics that don’t lie plus a clear framework for how brokers and HR leaders should evaluate a wellbeing partner without getting sold another shiny dashboard. We also explore: Why “nice-to-have” wellbeing dies the moment budgets tightenThe real cost of plateaued programs (and why vendors love it)How personalization + human coaching becomes the ultimate outcomes engineWhat brokers/HR should demand in a vendor evaluation (culture + evolution, or walk)

    30 min
  5. Planning for 2026: why your wellbeing strategy needs to evolve

    Jan 27

    Planning for 2026: why your wellbeing strategy needs to evolve

    There’s a phrase we hear all the time in our world: "meet people where they are." And while the heart behind it is absolutely in the right place, has it led us to a place where we're accidentally overwhelming our teams with choices?We try to find a solution for every single need, and suddenly we’re juggling dozens of different vendors, and our people are flooded with information.Well, what if there’s a better way? A way to truly listen and connect that goes beyond just offering another tool.We recently had an incredible conversation with our Peter Dunn, CEO at Your Money Line. We talked about what it really means to support our people, moving past old metrics like 'clicks' and focusing on something much more meaningful: readiness for change.If you’re looking for a fresh, honest take on how we can support our people without adding to the noise, you’re in the right place. This conversation is packed with big ideas about the future, we wanted to give you a way to bring them back to your own team.PLUS! You can download our 2026 Trends Playbook to explore everything we discuss today and more. Download your FREE copy here.

    47 min
  6. Gratitude in Action at UKHS with Sahn Lucas and Janelle Shafer

    12/02/2025

    Gratitude in Action at UKHS with Sahn Lucas and Janelle Shafer

    How can a small wellness team meaningfully engage over 20,000 employees across a massive health system? The team at the University of Kansas Health System discovered the answer is not just about physical health, and that traditional programs often miss the key ingredients for deep engagement: purpose and community.By focusing on gratitude and giving back, UKH has built a program that unites its workforce, strengthens the community, and has generated a ripple effect transforming their challenges from simple step-counting competitions into powerful, purpose-driven movements. Learn how Sahn Lucas and Janelle Shafer used a flexible platform and a network of champions to scale their impact, and how they partnered with other major corporations to donate hundreds of volunteer hours to local causes.Episode Highlights:00:00 – Building Flexible Wellbeing Programs That Scale00:38 – Gratitude in Action at UKH Health System01:54 – Purpose-Driven Wellness Careers and Team Culture04:31 – Creating Empathy and Community Inside UKH06:01 – Configurable Wellness Technology for Real-World Needs08:31 – Blending Digital Tools With Human Connection10:03 – Powering a 100+ Wellness Champion Network11:36 – Driving Community Partnerships and Competitive Challenges16:30 – Step Into Spring + Caring for KC: Culture-Building Events20:49 – Measuring Impact Through Steps, Volunteer Hours, and Engagement24:25 – Sustaining Year-Round Engagement With Creative Initiatives28:41 – Best Day EverKey Takeaways:"Our programming is a launching pad. Take our core concepts and go crazy. The best ideas come from our clients.""Gratitude in action builds community. It connects people to purpose and enhances well-being." "Culture at UKH is community-based and family-oriented, focusing on empathy and patient care." "Gratitude at work is about building relationships and rapport. It's a priority in personal and professional life." "Community challenges create camaraderie and positive results. Competition leads to service and outreach." "Digital tools and face-to-face interactions go hand in hand. Relationships help us tailor resources to needs." "Gratitude isn't just a feeling; it's an action. It creates a ripple effect, impacting lives and communities."Resources:Who is Navigate? Learn more at navigatewell.com Learn more about the ROI of employee wellbeing - https://info.navigatewell.com/roi-whitepaperUniversity of Kansas Health System: https://www.kansashealthsystem.com/

    32 min
  7. Stopping HR Burnout & Prioritizing Personalized Care with Ryan Kellogg

    10/30/2025

    Stopping HR Burnout & Prioritizing Personalized Care with Ryan Kellogg

    Troy is joined by two exceptional leaders today - Ryan Kellogg, Senior Vice President of Sales at Talkspace and a U.S. Army veteran; and Jenn Lowry, Navigate’s own Vice President of Product and Strategy - for a crucial discussion on shaping the future of workplace well-being. Together, they explore the intersection of authentic leadership, personalized mental health solutions, and practical strategies for preventing HR burnout. The discussion dives deep into why a one-size-fits-all approach to mental health is no longer sufficient for the modern workforce. Drawing from a powerful lesson learned as a young officer in the military, Ryan explains how leading with the heart is essential for building trust and navigating adversity. Jenn outlines the strategic value of integrating accessible, digital therapy into a holistic well-being ecosystem, emphasizing how data can drive early interventions and proactive support. Today’s conversation offers a clear roadmap for leaders to better support their people - from veterans in the workplace to the HR professionals on the front lines - by fostering an environment of psychological safety and accessible, high-quality care.Episode Highlights:00:00 - Leading With Heart and Authenticity in the Workplace01:51 - How Military Leadership Shapes Compassionate Corporate Culture06:03 - Building a Culture of Care Through Digital Therapy Partnerships09:36 - Personalizing Mental Health Access During Open Enrollment13:26 - Using Data Insights to Strengthen Employee Wellbeing Programs16:24 - Addressing Top Mental Health Challenges: Anxiety, Depression, and Burnout19:47 - Supporting Teens and Families Through Accessible Digital Therapy21:37 - Managing HR Stress and Mental Health Spikes in Open Enrollment Season23:19 - Creating Seamless Member Experiences That Boost Engagement25:44 - Building Resilience and Purpose Through Culture, Care, and Connection26:19 - Best Day EverKey Takeaways:"Self-care is such an important part of life. When I think of HR leaders out there, focusing on the stress that you're dealing with in the workplace, but also checking in with yourself.""We recognize that mental health is such a crucial component of wellness... that self-care aspect that tends to be forgotten.""We want to make sure that there is 24/7 access to the same therapist with continuity of care in mind.""How great would it be... to be proactive in their mental health and get them the services before they have those critical measures?""Stigma is the number one reason why people are not pursuing mental health resources. If we can go upstream a little bit... I'd like to think that it's a bit more normalized.""You only have one opportunity to make a first impression... I remember how I felt when I first started with you three years ago... I felt like I was the most important person in the room. That's important.""When you lead with love and you do good things, the scoreboard always takes care of itself."Resources:Who is Navigate? Learn more at navigatewell.com Learn more about the ROI of employee wellbeing - https://info.navigatewell.com/roi-whitepaperRyan Kellogg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanjkellogg/Talkspace: https://www.talkspace.com/

    30 min
  8. Implementing Radical Flexibility In Healthcare with Sarah Wheeler

    09/22/2025

    Implementing Radical Flexibility In Healthcare with Sarah Wheeler

    Today’s episode of Navigate’s People First Podcast welcomes Sarah Wheeler, Corporate Wellness Program Manager at Children's Nebraska, who discusses her organization's employee well-being strategy and its connection to patient care. This episode explores their people-first approach, as Children's Nebraska cultivates a wellness program extending beyond conventional health initiatives.Sarah details Children's Nebraska's employee wellness program, whose design aligns with the ICARE values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, and features dedicated subject matter experts across emotional, social, financial, physical, and community well-being dimensions. Her informative and insightful conversation with Troy and Jeremy here today highlights "radical flexibility" in healthcare while integrating family and community values for support, and demonstrates how data drives program improvements, demonstrating ROI in employee retention and engagement.Episode Highlights:00:00 - Using Data and Values to Drive Employee Engagement01:29 - Sarah Wheeler’s Journey Into Wellbeing Leadership03:05 - Designing a Holistic Employee Wellness Program04:35 - Building a Team of Wellbeing Experts05:58 - Why Holistic Programs Boost Participation09:10 - Integrating Family and Community Into Wellness Initiatives11:50 - Champion Networks and Personalized Communication13:46 - Volunteerism and Culture as Drivers of Success15:26 - Proving ROI Through Retention and Engagement Results16:59 - Supporting Women’s Health and Workplace Flexibility19:33 - Leveraging Navigate Tools and Data for Better Outcomes22:34 - Best Day Ever: Celebrating Joy and Purpose at WorkKey Takeaways:"Healthcare workers care for others before themselves. Our job is to ensure they're cared for too." "We started our wellness program from scratch, meeting people where they are." "Holistic programs see better engagement. They meet immediate needs without huge barriers." "Family is woven into our social well-being. We bring family into the hospital to see behind the scenes." "Volunteer programs help us understand patient experiences and foster empathy." "Programs with a giving back aspect are more successful. They bridge cultural and care aspects." "We've seen a 35% turnover reduction and 26.7-point engagement increase since 2021." "Radical flexibility helps retain people. We meet employees in their life phase." "Navigate supports us by reaching people wherever they are, enhancing engagement." Resources:Who is Navigate? Learn more at navigatewell.com Learn more about the ROI of employee wellbeing - https://info.navigatewell.com/roi-whitepaper Sarah Wheeler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahwheelerfitness/

    24 min
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Welcome to The People First Podcast by Navigate! Each month, our CEO and Founder, Troy Vincent will bring you an episode featuring some of our favorite people in the employee wellbeing industry, as well as insights from our own team. Get ready to learn and grow with us as we discover and discuss the resources you need to bring more health and happiness back to your people and culture.  Navigate | Corporate Wellbeing Platform Subscribe on Goodpods today!

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