Peopling Podcast

Kristi Service Nowrouzi
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Inspired by the book, Peopling, you will enjoy interviews from people around the country that are experts in their field and share communication skills, connection tips, and how to be human in this AI-driven, fast paced, often self-focused world.

  1. 2d ago

    Communication Shifts That Rebuild Trust

    In this episode of the Peopling Podcast, Kristi sits down with Kristine Goebel, founder of Accompany Suite, an organizational health and development company helping leaders, teams, families, and communities restore trust, strengthen relationships, and communicate with greater wisdom.Kristine shares how her early background in music, Toyota systems, behavioral science, and business shaped the way she sees people, leadership, communication, and workplace culture. From learning how people and systems work together to helping leaders listen instead of react, Kristine brings powerful insight into what it really takes to build healthy relationships at work and at home.This conversation unpacks why so many communication breakdowns begin with offense, assumption, and judgment — and how curiosity, self-awareness, and intentional pauses can shift everything.In this episode, we talk about:How people and systems must work togetherWhy accountability cannot thrive without relationshipThe connection between workplace health, family health, and community healthHow offense shows up as a symptom of deeper issuesThe danger of assumptions and the stories we create in our mindsWhy leaders need to ask better questions and truly listenThe difference between reacting and respondingHow trust is built through consistencyWhy emotional intelligence matters now more than everHow to give your best instead of settling for “good enough”A few powerful takeaways:“People and systems have to work hand in hand.”“You can’t have accountability if you don’t have relationship.”“Am I reacting, or am I responding?”“Trust is not all-or-nothing. It’s a spectrum.”“Make sure you’re giving your best, not just your good enough.”This episode is for leaders, teams, business owners, families, and anyone who wants to become better at communicating, connecting, and showing up with intention.Guest InfoGuest: Kristine GoebelCompany: Accompany SuiteWebsite: https://www.accompanysuite.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristine-goebel/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AccompanySuiteHost InfoHosted by Kristi Nowrouzi, author of Peopling: How to Connect, Communicate, and Grow Through Every Season of Life.Connect with Kristi:Website: peoplingwell.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristiservicenowrouzi/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinowrouzi/Get your copy of the Peopling Book: https://a.co/d/0gchzPhdGet your subscription to Growth Day, like having World-Class Coaches in your pocket! https://www.growthday.com/referrals?via=h6l0rt

    46 min

  2. May 22

    Need to Pivot? Cynthia Blackwell on Faith, Focus, and Finding Your Next Chapter

    In this episode of the Peopling Podcast, Kristi sits down with speaker, author, business coach, and longtime friend Cynthia Blackwell for a heartfelt conversation about faith, leadership, self-awareness, reinvention, and the “magical power of three.”Cynthia shares her personal journey from Texas roots to building a life, family, business, and calling in Central Florida. She opens up about the inspiration behind her book, The Magical Power of Three, and how focusing on three key priorities can bring clarity, discipline, and peace into daily life.Together, Kristi and Cynthia explore what it means for women to pivot in midlife, reconnect with faith, lead with authenticity, overcome fear of failure, and stay grounded when life feels uncertain. Cynthia also offers wisdom for leaders, spouses, business owners, and women who feel stuck, unseen, or called into a new season.This conversation is warm, funny, deeply faith-filled, and full of practical reminders to return to the Word, lead by example, date your spouse, trust God’s timing, and become the kind of person you hope to meet.Connect with Cynthia Blackwell:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiablackwell/Buy the Book: https://a.co/d/0ihnZC46Connect with Kristi:Website: peoplingwell.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristiservicenowrouzi/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinowrouzi/Get your copy of the Peopling Book: https://a.co/d/0gchzPhdGet your subscription to Growth Day, like having World-Class Coaches in your pocket! https://www.growthday.com/referrals?via=h6l0rt#PeoplingPodcast #CynthiaBlackwell #FaithAndLeadership #WomenInLeadership #ChristianWomen #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipCoaching #MidlifePivot #TheMagicalPowerOfThree #KristiNowrouzi

    46 min

  3. Apr 1

    Why So Many High Performers Feel Stuck with Joshua Washington

    Unlocking Hidden Value: The Power of the Strategic Assistant with Joshua WashingtonIn this powerful episode of the Peopling Podcast, Kristi sits down with organizational psychologist, executive coach, and founder Joshua Washington to explore a game-changing idea: what if the key to unlocking exponential growth in business isn’t hiring more—but elevating who you already have?Joshua shares his journey from a small town in Florida to building a high-impact coaching and consulting firm, and how an unexpected speaking engagement led him to uncover a massive gap in the workplace—one that’s costing leaders time, money, and momentum.Together, they unpack the concept of the Strategic Assistant, the misalignment between executives and their support teams, and how bridging that gap can transform not just businesses—but lives.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why many organizations are unintentionally underutilizing their most valuable peopleThe hidden “gap” between executives and executive assistants—and how it impacts performanceHow the role of the executive assistant is evolving in the age of AIWhat a Strategic Assistant is (and why it changes everything)The power of “career critical conversations” and how they can lead to massive breakthroughsReal-life success stories—including a $5M conversation that changed everythingHow confidence, clarity, and communication unlock untapped potentialWhy investing in yourself—especially during uncertain times—is non-negotiableKey Takeaways1. You’re getting paid to practice.Wherever you are right now isn’t a dead end—it’s a training ground. The real question is: are you developing your value while you’re there?2. Misalignment is expensive.When leaders and their right-hand people aren’t aligned, it costs time, execution, and opportunity. The fix? Clear frameworks and better conversations.3. Confidence comes from clarity.When you understand your value, you show up differently. You communicate differently. And people respond differently.4. Don’t wait for the “breaking point.”Most people only take action when things fall apart. The better move? Take action while things are still “fine.”5. Invest in yourself—especially when it feels risky.When the market tightens, most people pull back. The ones who grow? They lean in.Be the Change Challenge:This week’s challenge is simple—but powerful: Assume value. Walk into every interaction believing the person in front of you has something meaningful, God-given, and necessary inside of them.You don’t have to agree with them. You don’t have to fix them.Just see them—and encourage what you see.You never know what one sentence might unlock in someone’s life.About Our VIP Guest: Joshua WashingtonJoshua Washington is an organizational psychologist, senior executive coach, and creator of the Mission Critical Performance Method. He helps leaders maximize talent, reduce conflict, and accelerate execution in their organizations.He is the founder of Lee Malveaux and EA Pros, where he equips executives and assistants with frameworks that transform how they work together.He is also a speaker, husband, father, and two-time published author.Connect with Joshua:📚 Books:The Strategic Assistant: https://a.co/d/0frYSO96The Mentality of Success: https://a.co/d/001rTT1e🌐 Websites:www.leemalveaux.comhttps://eaproshq.com/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leemalveaux/Connect with Kristi:Website: peoplingwell.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristiservicenowrouzi/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinowrouzi/Get your copy of the Peopling Book: https://a.co/d/0gchzPhdGet your subscription to Growth Day, like having World-Class Coaches in your pocket! https://www.growthday.com/referrals?via=h6l0rtFinal Thought:There are people walking around with untapped potential…And leaders praying for help they already have.The question is— Will you recognize the value sitting right in front of you?

    46 min

  4. Mar 25

    Understanding the Brain to Transform Communication, Leadership, and Life

    In this episode of the Peopling Podcast, Kristi sits down with Edith Tiencken, Founder and CEO of Smart Brain Insights and a global leader in neuroscience-based coaching and development. With a career spanning decades across five continents, Edith shares her powerful journey from early independence and corporate leadership to becoming a pioneer in neuro agility. Edith introduces the concept of neuro agility—the ability to process information with speed, flexibility, and ease—and explains how understanding the brain at a biological level goes far beyond traditional personality assessments. While tools like DISC reveal observable behaviors, neuroscience uncovers how the brain processes information before those behaviors ever show up. Through personal stories and client transformations, Edith highlights how miscommunication, emotional triggers, and even relationship conflict often stem from differences in how our brains are wired. She shares how her own struggles with emotional “hijacking” led her to discover neuroscience as a breakthrough solution—not a personality flaw, but a biological pattern that could be trained and improved. The conversation explores: The difference between personality, psychometrics, and neuroscienceHow brain processing impacts communication, stress, and relationshipsWhy emotional intelligence is incomplete without understanding how your brain worksThe emerging concept of “brain capital” and its importance in the age of AIHow improving brain health (sleep, stress, nutrition) directly impacts decision-making and leadershipThe role of neuro agility in reducing anxiety, increasing adaptability, and improving collaborationEdith also shares a powerful client transformation story, demonstrating how learning to “flex” in thinking and processing can completely reshape a person’s life, business, and impact. As the episode closes, Edith offers a simple but profound challenge: slow down. In a world driven by urgency, slowing down creates space for empathy, presence, and meaningful human connection—the very foundation of better communication and stronger relationships. This episode is a compelling reminder that when we understand how we think, we can transform how we lead, relate, and live.

    46 min

  5. Mar 11

    Why High Achievers Still Feel Like Frauds: From Brain Bully to Unstoppable

    In this powerful episode of the Peopling Podcast, Kristi sits down with Lynn Smith — former national news anchor for NBC, MSNBC, and CNN, TEDx speaker, podcast host, media coach, and award-winning author of Just Keep Going. Lynn shares the surprising truth behind her polished on-camera presence: while she looked confident to the world, she privately battled a crippling fear of public speaking. In this conversation, she opens up about bombing a keynote, the inner “brain bully” that nearly held her back, and how she developed a method to help leaders communicate with more courage, confidence, and magnetic presence. You’ll also hear Lynn’s remarkable story of resilience — from her family’s escape from Ukraine, to her father overcoming impossible odds, to her own rise through the world of national television and entrepreneurship. This episode is packed with insight for anyone who has ever wrestled with fear, self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or the feeling of not being enough. Kristi and Lynn explore how childhood experiences shape adult communication, why fear often hides beneath communication struggles, and how reframing failure can unlock your next level of growth. Lynn’s journey from NBC page to national news anchor The hidden fear behind public speaking and executive presence What the “brain bully” is and how it affects communication The 4 common fears leaders battle most: fear of failure imposter syndrome feelings of not enough self-doubt Why resilience matters more than perfection How to reframe rejection, failure, and setbacks Why your story may be your greatest edge The power of feedback vs. criticism How courage becomes easier when you consider the cost of staying stuck Why human energy and presence will matter even more in the age of AI This week, sit in a quiet place and picture what your life looks like if you never do the thing you know you’re meant to do. What happens if you never write the book, launch the podcast, post the videos, apply for the opportunity, or step onto the stage? Then ask yourself:Is staying stuck really easier than courage? Because when you truly consider the alternative, courage gets a whole lot easier. Connect with Lynn Smith:Website: lynnsmithtv.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnsmithtv/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnsmithtv/Podcast: https://lynnsmithexperts.com/podcast/Book – Just Keep Going: https://a.co/d/03Z3QLFGConnect with Kristi:Website: peoplingwell.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristiservicenowrouzi/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinowrouzi/Get your copy of the Peopling Book: https://a.co/d/0gchzPhdGet your subscription to Growth Day — like having world-class coaches in your pocket:https://www.growthday.com/referrals?via=h6l0rt Like, comment, and subscribe to the channel.Share this episode with someone who needs the courage to keep going.And remember — your first draft is not your final draft.

    54 min

  6. Mar 4

    Imposter Syndrome Is Lying to You | Len Tran on Focus, Fear & Momentum

    What if the real obstacle isn’t your circumstances — but your internal narrative?In this powerful episode of the Peopling Podcast, Kristi sits down with Len Tran, founder of Kinetic Mind, LLC — a consulting firm dedicated to helping individuals and organizations sharpen productivity, eliminate distractions, and focus intensely on what actually drives meaningful results.Len brings a rare combination of depth and discipline to this conversation.With over 25 years of experience at the United States Patent and Trademark Office specializing in intellectual property protection, and 19 years of leadership managing and developing hundreds of employees, Len understands both operational excellence and human potential at a high level. His career has been rooted in protecting innovation — but his passion is helping people unlock their own.In this conversation, Len shares:-His journey from Vietnamese immigrant to respected leader and entrepreneur-How childhood trauma and imposter syndrome shaped (and strengthened) him-Why comparison quietly destroys confidence-How clarity dismantles fear-The discipline behind sustained productivity-Why “motion creates momentum”And the powerful metaphor that guides his life: “Be water.”This episode is for high-capacity individuals who feel called to more — but wrestle with doubt.You are not behind. You are not unqualified. You are becoming.Key TakeawaysProductivity is not about doing more — it’s about focusing on what matters most.Imposter syndrome often lives in capable, high-performing people.Fear shrinks when you build clarity and an actionable plan.Leadership is about developing others, not just achieving outcomes.Comparison steals confidence and silences your voice.Operational excellence requires emotional resilience.Obstacles aren’t roadblocks — they’re instructions.Motion creates momentum.Connect With Len Tran🔹 Learn more about Len and Kinetic Mind: LenVTran.com🔹 Connect with Len on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/len-tran🔹 Purchase Len Tran’s book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/07EbYEcKIf you’re serious about elevating your focus, productivity, and leadership performance — Len’s work is worth exploring.Explore More with PeoplingIf this conversation resonated with you and you want to strengthen your communication, confidence, and human connection:Grab a copy of Peopling: How to Connect, Communicate, and Grow Through Every Season of Life https://a.co/d/0bKiAFDGSubscribe to this Peopling Podcast for more transformational conversations.Because productivity without connection is hollow. And connection without courage is incomplete.Get your subscription to Growth Day, like having World-Class Coaches in your pocket! https://www.growthday.com/referrals?via=h6l0rtOptimized Chapters00:00 Meet Len Tran & The Mission of Kinetic Mind03:05 From Vietnam to America: The Immigrant Mindset11:40 Childhood Trauma & Leadership Resilience18:00 What Imposter Syndrome Really Is21:30 Building Kinetic Mind & Operational Excellence29:20 The Comparison Trap35:05 Clarity as an Antidote to Fear41:10 Be Water: Final Words of Wisdom#LenTran #KineticMind #OperationalExcellence #ProductivityLeadership#ImposterSyndrome #OvercomingFear #EntrepreneurMindset#ImmigrantSuccessStory #LeadershipDevelopment#PerformanceOptimization #PublicSpeakingConfidence#PersonalGrowthJourney #PeoplingPodcast #MotionCreatesMomentum#BeWater

    39 min

  7. Feb 25

    How Growing Up With Loss and Adversity Created a Foundation for Success

    In this episode of the Peopling podcast, host Kristi interviews performance coach Chris Welton, who shares his inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful coach and speaker. Chris discusses the importance of overcoming adversity, the power of belief, and how acts of service can create positive change in the world. He emphasizes the significance of having a strong support system and the impact of coaching on personal growth. Chris also reflects on the loss of his son and how it shaped his perspective on life and resilience. The conversation concludes with actionable advice for listeners to implement in their own lives. Connect with Chris: Connect with Chris:https://chriswelton.live/speaking/https://www.instagram.com/onehandatatimehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-welton-95279b72/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfnqFQSB-hyORvn_RFZVebw https://open.spotify.com/show/2cxxpALw2mBLT1klkGIZ33https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-one-hand-at-a-time-podcast/id1663080661 Takeaways Chris Welton's journey is marked by overcoming significant adversity. The importance of having a strong support system in life. Coaching played a crucial role in Chris's personal development. Loss can lead to profound personal growth and resilience. Belief systems can be transformed to achieve greater success. Acts of service can create meaningful change in the world. Visioning who you want to become is essential for growth. Adversity can be used as a foundation for future success. Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Daily practices like journaling can enhance personal accountability. Get your subscription to Growth Day, like having World-Class Coaches in your pocket! https://www.growthday.com/referrals?via=h6l0rt Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Chris Welton 01:43 Overcoming Adversity: Chris's Early Life 06:25 The Power of Coaching and Support 10:02 Loss and Resilience: The Impact of Losing a Child 17:19 Building a Strong Belief System 20:41 Transforming Adversity into Strength 27:27 Finding Your Purpose and Passion 33:00 Acts of Service: Making a Difference 37:48 Final Thoughts and Actionable Advice

    39 min

  8. Feb 19

    Parenting With Vision, Leadership With Margin, and Leaning In with Michelle Harmon-Malone

    In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Peopling Podcast, Kristi Nowrouzi sits down with Michelle Harmon-Malone—author, speaker, coach, and transformational leader—to explore parenting, identity, resilience, and faith-driven leadership.From her small-town roots in southwest Louisiana to serving in the United States Air Force, to nearly 30 years leading middle and high school communities, Michelle shares how her lived experiences shaped her mission: helping parents, educators, and women leaders move from confusion to clarity and from burnout to breakthrough.This conversation is honest, faith-filled, and practical—especially for parents of teens and preteens.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why middle schoolers care most about friends and fairnessHow parenting requires a vision beyond the baby showerThe difference between punishment and purposeful correctionHow burnout shows up—and how to recognize it earlyWhat it means to “leave clean” when God is calling you forwardHow childhood wounds can shape adult leadership (and how to heal)Why sustainable leadership requires marginOne simple challenge to immediately improve connection: Lean InMichelle explains why parents must have a clear vision for who they’re raising—not just hopes, but intentional systems that build character, responsibility, and identity.Leadership Requires MarginWithout balance, even strong leaders falter. Michelle shares how recognizing her own signs of burnout led her to resign (not retire) and recalibrate her calling.Relationships Are the Currency of ImpactRaised in a small Louisiana town where “listening was leadership,” Michelle believes connection always precedes correction.Healing Shapes LeadershipMichelle vulnerably shares about early loss, father wounds, resilience, and how faith became her anchor. Her lived experience now fuels how she mentors women and parents.Be the Change ChallengeMichelle’s actionable takeaway:Lean in.Get curious. Ask better questions. See the person in front of you—not the label, group, or assumption.Connection begins when we move toward understanding instead of judgment.Get your subscription to Growth Day, like having World-Class Coaches in your pocket! https://www.growthday.com/referrals?via=h6l0rtAbout Michelle Harmon-MaloneMichelle Harmon-Malone is a transformational school leader, Women’s Ministry leader, and CEO of Better Twogether LLC. She is the bestselling author of The Parenting Playbook: Beginning With the End in Mind, a Certified Parent Empowerment Coach, and a sought-after speaker equipping parents, educators, and women leaders with practical systems that create clarity, confidence, and margin.With nearly 30 years serving middle and high school communities, Michelle has led schools, coached leaders, mentored teachers, and partnered with families to strengthen the bridge between school and home.Before founding Better Twogether, Michelle served in the United States Air Force and dedicated her career to public education. Today, she leads a thriving Women’s Leadership Development Institute through her church, discipling women to grow in faith, leadership, and identity in Christ.Her leadership is rooted in four enduring values:RelationshipsBalance (Margin)HonestyCommitmentGuided by Colossians 3:23, Michelle’s mission is simple and powerful:Help people live, lead, and parent on purpose—beginning with the end in mind and anchored in Christ.Connect With Michelle:https://www.linkedin.com/in/coach-michelle-malone/Buy her Book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0jdY6HitAbout the HostKristi Nowrouzi is a communication expert, author of Peopling, and host of the Peopling Podcast—helping people build deeper connection, stronger communication, and more meaningful relationships in work and life. https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinowrouzi/Buy the Peopling Book: https://a.co/d/08Dzh6T1

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Inspired by the book, Peopling, you will enjoy interviews from people around the country that are experts in their field and share communication skills, connection tips, and how to be human in this AI-driven, fast paced, often self-focused world.

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  • Creator
    Kristi Service Nowrouzi
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Kristi Service Nowrouzi
  • Show Website
    Peopling Podcast