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. It’s Never Too Late: Self-Leadership and Reinvention with Kira Hartley Klinger

    Mar 23

    It’s Never Too Late: Self-Leadership and Reinvention with Kira Hartley Klinger

    In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with entrepreneur, author, and Etsy shop owner Kira Hartley Klinger for a deeply honest conversation about self-leadership, resilience, and what it really takes to start over. After a 20+ year marriage ended, Kira found herself rebuilding from scratch, no formal training, no clear path, just a determination to survive and provide for her family. What followed wasn’t an overnight success story, but years of grit, learning, failure, and persistence that eventually led her to build a thriving e-commerce business, publish bestselling books, and create a life rooted in purpose. This episode goes beyond business. It explores the emotional side of reinvention, navigating self-doubt, silencing outside noise, and choosing courage when the outcome is uncertain. Kira shares how kindness, human connection, and staying grounded in what truly matters, family, purpose, and impact, have shaped her journey. Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, rebuilding after a setback, or simply questioning what’s next, this conversation is a reminder that it’s never too late to begin again. If you’ve ever felt like you’re behind, stuck, or starting over, this episode will meet you right where you are, and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

    40 min
  2. Health Is Your New Wealth: Mindset, Wellness, and Thriving Second Acts with Dr. Carolyn Hatton

    Mar 16

    Health Is Your New Wealth: Mindset, Wellness, and Thriving Second Acts with Dr. Carolyn Hatton

    What if your next chapter could be your strongest, healthiest, and most fulfilling one yet? In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with Dr. Carolyn Hatton, transformational speaker and author of Health Is Your New Wealth, to explore how leaders can redefine success through mindset, wellness, nutrition, and purpose. Dr. Hatton shares her approach to building vibrant “second acts” by helping people rewrite limiting beliefs, shift their identity, and embrace healthier daily habits that fuel resilience, confidence, and long-term growth. From mindset shifts and emotional resilience to movement, nutrition, and brain health, this conversation is packed with insights for leaders who want to thrive personally and create healthier, more energized teams. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why mindset is the foundation for lasting change How health and wellness impact leadership performance The power of small daily habits and behavior change How to create a vibrant second act without burnout Why leaders need to model wellness for their teams Practical strategies for resilience, energy, and personal growth If you’re ready to move from burnout to breakthrough and lead with greater vitality, this episode is for you. Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode with a leader who’s ready to make health their new wealth.

    38 min
  3. Why Most M&A Deals Fail: The Human Side of Mergers & Acquisitions | Jennifer Fondrevay

    Mar 9

    Why Most M&A Deals Fail: The Human Side of Mergers & Acquisitions | Jennifer Fondrevay

    Most mergers and acquisitions fail to deliver the results leaders expect — and the reason isn’t usually financial. It’s human. In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, host Sandra Coker sits down with Jennifer Fondrevay, founder of Day1 Ready and author of Now What? A Survivor’s Guide for Thriving Through Mergers & Acquisitions. Drawing from her experience navigating three multi-billion-dollar acquisitions as a C-suite executive, Jennifer shares what really happens inside organizations when companies merge. While most leaders focus on financial strategy and deal mechanics, Jennifer explains why culture, trust, communication, and leadership empathy are often the deciding factors between a successful integration and a failed deal. Together, Sandra and Jennifer explore: Why 70–90% of M&A deals underperform The hidden emotional and psychological toll mergers create for employees and leaders How leaders can manage the critical first 100 days after an acquisition Why employees often experience organizational change like grief How to retain top talent and maintain morale during uncertainty The leadership mindset required to turn disruption into opportunity Jennifer also shares practical tools leaders can use immediately, including how to focus on what you can control during change: your talent, effort, and attitude. Whether your organization is facing a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or rapid change driven by AI and market shifts, this episode offers a powerful reminder: Deals succeed when leaders prioritize people. If you're a leader navigating transformation, this conversation will give you the insights to guide your teams through uncertainty with clarity, respect, and humanity.

    41 min
  4. Burnout to Breakthrough: Leading with Vision, Trust & Clarity with Sonja Zecevic

    Mar 3

    Burnout to Breakthrough: Leading with Vision, Trust & Clarity with Sonja Zecevic

    In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, host Sandra Coker sits down with Sonja Zecevic—Certified Financial Freedom Coach and Founder of Empowered Mind Coaching—to unpack what happens when “success” is built on sacrifice. From growing up in war-torn Serbia to climbing the corporate ladder in U.S. financial services (from entry-level roles to branch manager and premier relationship manager), Sonja shares the turning point that made her realize burnout isn’t a badge of honor—and that fulfillment can’t be postponed. Together, Sandra and Sonja break down Sonja’s leadership framework:Vision gives meaning. Trust gives energy. Clarity gives speed.You’ll learn how this approach helps leaders fight change fatigue, reduce disengagement, and create psychologically safe workplaces where people can perform without losing themselves. They also explore how limiting beliefs around money and worthiness show up at work, why high income doesn’t always equal wealth, and what leaders can do to support employees like humans—while still holding high standards. If you’re leading a team through constant change—or chasing big goals while feeling depleted—this conversation will help you reset your definition of success and lead with purpose, not pressure. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a leader who needs clarity right now.

    43 min
  5. Workplace Wellness That Works: Burnout Prevention & Resilient Leadership with Cynthia Conigliaro

    Feb 23

    Workplace Wellness That Works: Burnout Prevention & Resilient Leadership with Cynthia Conigliaro

    Burnout isn’t just an HR issue — it’s a leadership issue. In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with Cynthia Conigliaro, founder of Work Well Webinars, to explore how workplace wellness, resilient leadership, and emotional intelligence directly impact employee retention, productivity, and profitability. With over 25 years in health and organizational psychology, Cynthia shares practical strategies leaders can use to: • Prevent burnout before it costs you top talent• Improve work-life balance without sacrificing performance• Build resilience in high-stress work environments• Strengthen emotional intelligence across leadership teams• Create a people-first culture that drives business growth If you’re a CEO, COO, CFO, HR leader, or business owner navigating employee disengagement, high turnover, or cultural fatigue — this conversation will shift how you think about wellness in the workplace. Because investing in your people isn’t soft.It’s strategic. And when your people thrive, your profits follow. 🎯 Ready to build a culture where performance and well-being coexist?Listen now and start leading differently.

    41 min
  6. People-First Strategy in High-Pressure Markets: M&A, Cannabis, and Change with Sarah Elizabeth Pare

    Feb 16

    People-First Strategy in High-Pressure Markets: M&A, Cannabis, and Change with Sarah Elizabeth Pare

    In Episode 13 of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with Sarah Elizabeth Pare—a high-stakes strategist who’s helped lead transformation inside Fortune 500 powerhouses like Constellation Brands and Canopy Growth—to talk about what happens when the spreadsheet says “go” but the people reality says “slow down.” Sarah shares what it’s really like to navigate billion-dollar M&A moves, regulatory chaos in cannabis, investor pressure, portfolio cuts, and operating model overhauls—without losing the trust of the people who actually have to execute the plan. This episode is for leaders who are tired of “change management theater” and want to build transformations that hold up when things get messy. You’ll hear why buy-in is a choice, how to spot when leadership is treating transformation like a math problem instead of a human one, and what it looks like to lead with conviction and humility when the stakes are sky-high. In this episode, we cover: Why strategy without buy-in becomes “a plan that collects dust” The leadership habits that build trust when decisions are hard (cuts, divestitures, restructures) What executive teams often underestimate in high-pressure industries like cannabis How to communicate change without tanking morale—and how 1:1 conversations do the heavy lifting The difference between fear-driven control and people-first leadership under pressure Sarah’s leap from corporate boardrooms to building her next venture, FOOSH—and what she’s taking with her If you’re leading a team through uncertainty, pressure, or transformation right now… this one will hit home. 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and leave a review—it helps more leaders learn how to invest in their people and lead change that actually sticks.

    52 min
  7. The Honey Empire Method: Leading Sales Teams with Empathy and AI with Al Kushner

    Feb 10

    The Honey Empire Method: Leading Sales Teams with Empathy and AI with Al Kushner

    What if kindness is your biggest competitive advantage? In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, I sit down with Al Kushner—LinkedIn strategist, keynote speaker, and author of The AI LinkedIn Advantage—to talk about how empathy, AI, and consistency drive real results in sales and leadership. From his early days cold-calling without caller ID (yes, really) to building trust online through strategic content and emotional intelligence, Al shares how his “Honey Empire” method balances human connection with cutting-edge tech. We cover everything from how to optimize your LinkedIn profile without sounding like a robot, to why your team needs trust more than ever. Whether you’re leading a team, growing a brand, or just trying to show up better online, this episode will give you tools to do it with heart and strategy.

    34 min
  8. Leading People Modeling Excellence In Today's Workplace With Dr. Kim Allen

    Feb 2

    Leading People Modeling Excellence In Today's Workplace With Dr. Kim Allen

    In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, I sit down with the powerhouse Dr. Kim Allen — author, coach, speaker, and co-founder of SALT Perspective — to unpack what it really means to lead with excellence in today’s workplace. From her early days in pharma to coaching execs at Comcast through major cultural shifts, Dr. Kim shares her no-fluff take on leadership effectiveness, emotional intelligence, and why trust isn’t a “nice to have” — it’s essential. We talk about building psychological safety, showing (not telling) your team how to lead, and what it looks like to lead in 3D (hint: it has nothing to do with glasses). Whether you're a seasoned exec or just finding your leadership voice, this episode is packed with real-world stories and practical takeaways. Connect with Sandra Coker https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandracoker/ Connect with Human Power Solutions hpowersolutions.com Get the People Profit Book here peopleprofitbook.com

    37 min
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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
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Sandra Coker
  • Show Website
    People Profit Podcast