The Kindness Principles™ Podcast

Cindy Smarsh
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The Kindness Principles Podcast™ was developed from an inspiration Cindy Smarsh received one day, that what the world needs now more than ever is kindness. She believes kindness is more than a virtue ~ it’s a cultural strategy that empowers people to create meaningful lives, healthier relationships, stronger organizations & a world where everyone can thrive. You can count on powerful stories, interesting conversations, inspiring ideas, & practical ways to integrate kindness into your life & work so you can be happier, healthier, & more successful. You can learn more about her work at cindysmar

  1. 13h ago

    #219 Indifference in the Workplace & How to Address It

    Today Cindy discusses the growing problem of employee indifference in the workplace and the top factors affecting this trajectory. She shares a powerful book, The Kindness Revolution by Ed Horrell, and offers a specific case study that proves when employees are mission-minded, they are far more likely to stay and provide quality work for the organization.  If today’s conversation resonated with you, I’d love for you to share this episode, leave a review, and continue spreading kindness wherever you lead, work, and live. You can learn more about my work, speaking, and leadership resources at ⁠⁠⁠www.cindysmarsh.com⁠⁠⁠ or connect with me on LinkedIn at ⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/thekindnesscode⁠⁠⁠⁠ With Kindness, Cindy Smarsh

    15 min

  2. Jun 30

    #219 Significance In The Workspace

    Today Cindy shares research around workplace wellbeing and the role relationships play. She discusses how the United States is lagging behind and what employees need so they feel like they belong and matter. She introduces a piece of her framework, The K.I.N.D.N.E.S.S. Code™, that supports the importance of significance in decreasing employee turnover and low morale.    Thank you for joining me for this episode of The Kindness Principles Podcast. My hope is that each episode encourages you to lead with more compassion, create stronger connections, and build environments where people can truly thrive. If today’s conversation resonated with you, I’d love for you to share this episode, leave a review, and continue spreading kindness wherever you lead, work, and live. You can learn more about my work, speaking, and leadership resources at ⁠⁠⁠www.cindysmarsh.com⁠⁠⁠ or connect with me on LinkedIn at ⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/thekindnesscode⁠⁠⁠ With Kindness, Cindy Smarsh

    14 min

  3. Jun 23

    #217 Stressed & Overwhelmed... Try This

    Today Cindy discusses how the external stimuli you choose to take in can be contributing to the level of stress and overwhelm you feel in your lives personally and professionally. She offers alternatives you can easily and immediately utilize to improve your emotional, mental, and physical health.  goodnewsnetwork.org thebridgetokindness.com jilllublin.com/kindnesscircles/ Thank you for joining me for this episode of The Kindness Principles Podcast. My hope is that each episode encourages you to lead with more compassion, create stronger connections, and build environments where people can truly thrive.   If today’s conversation resonated with you, I’d love for you to share this episode, leave a review, and continue spreading kindness wherever you lead, work, and live. You can learn more about my work, speaking, and leadership resources at ⁠⁠www.cindysmarsh.com⁠⁠ or connect with me on LinkedIn at ⁠linkedin.com/in/thekindnesscode⁠⁠ With Kindness,  Cindy Smarsh

    18 min
  4. #216 Profits...from Kindness?

    Jun 16

    #216 Profits...from Kindness?

    Today Cindy shares the book, The Profit of Kindness by Jill Lublin, who teaches seven approaches in business that are kind AND profitable. Learn how these approaches are beneficial in your personal lives as well. Cindy also shares "The Platinum Rule" and the power of "Heart-to-Heart Currency." Thank you for joining me for this episode of The Kindness Principles Podcast. My hope is that each episode encourages you to lead with more compassion, create stronger connections, and build environments where people can truly thrive.   If today’s conversation resonated with you, I’d love for you to share this episode, leave a review, and continue spreading kindness wherever you lead, work, and live. You can learn more about my work, speaking, and leadership resources at ⁠www.cindysmarsh.com⁠ or connect with me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/thekindnesscode⁠ With Kindness,  Cindy Smarsh

    27 min
  5. #215 Quiet Quitting & The Power of Kindness

    Jun 9

    #215 Quiet Quitting & The Power of Kindness

    The QQ Epidemic (Quiet Quitting) is creating havoc in the corporate world. Today, Cindy shares the top three factors for this according to Gallup and provides several simple ways to respond so employees re-engage and retention rates improve. She also offers a powerful question to ask your team so you have direct feedback on how to increase workplace wellbeing.  Thank you for joining me for this episode of The Kindness Principles Podcast. My hope is that each episode encourages you to lead with more compassion, create stronger connections, and build environments where people can truly thrive. If today’s conversation resonated with you, I’d love for you to share this episode, leave a review, and continue spreading kindness wherever you lead, work, and live. You can learn more about my work, speaking, and leadership resources at ⁠www.cindysmarsh.com⁠ or connect with me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/thekindnesscode⁠ With Kindness,  Cindy Smarsh

    14 min
  6. #214 When Kindness Seems Unkind

    Jun 2

    #214 When Kindness Seems Unkind

    Today, Cindy shares a personal & a professional story that demonstrates how kindness can seem unkind when it really isn't. She discusses the importance of showing up authentically in life & work & how everyone wins when you approach difficult situations with integrity.  Thank you for joining me for this episode of The Kindness Principles Podcast. My hope is that each episode encourages you to lead with more compassion, create stronger connections, and build environments where people can truly thrive. If today’s conversation resonated with you, I’d love for you to share this episode, leave a review, and continue spreading kindness wherever you lead, work, and live. You can learn more about my work, speaking, and leadership resources at ⁠www.cindysmarsh.com⁠ or connect with me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/thekindnesscode⁠ With Kindness,  Cindy Smarsh

    25 min
  7. #213 Kindness Is A Superpower

    May 14

    #213 Kindness Is A Superpower

    Today, Cindy is joined by a real-life super hero, Captain Kindman, aka Randy McNeely, and they discuss the powerful truth about instilling kindness in our homes, workplaces, and everywhere we go. Where you can reach Captain Kindman: Website: https://captainkindman.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/captainkindman/ The Kindness Givers' Formula 2.0 - https://tinyurl.com/4zrhs7tt Randy McNeely (Captain Kindman) Chief Kindness Hero The Kindness Giver, LLCrandy@captainkindman.com 304-620-8380⁠ Thank you for joining me for this episode of The Kindness Principles Podcast. My hope is that each episode encourages you to lead with more compassion, create stronger connections, and build environments where people can truly thrive.   If today’s conversation resonated with you, I’d love for you to share this episode, leave a review, and continue spreading kindness wherever you lead, work, and live. You can learn more about my work, speaking, and leadership resources at ⁠www.cindysmarsh.com⁠ or connect with me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/thekindnesscode⁠ With Kindness,  Cindy Smarsh

    45 min
  8. #212 How to Deal with Change While Managing A People-First Culture

    May 14

    #212 How to Deal with Change While Managing A People-First Culture

    Today Cindy expands on her definition of First-Person Leadership & teaches how to navigate change successfully in your organization.  (Taken from a LinkedIn Masterclass)  Thank you for joining me for this episode of The Kindness Principles Podcast. My hope is that each episode encourages you to lead with more compassion, create stronger connections, and build environments where people can truly thrive.   If today’s conversation resonated with you, I’d love for you to share this episode, leave a review, and continue spreading kindness wherever you lead, work, and live. You can learn more about my work, speaking, and leadership resources at ⁠⁠www.cindysmarsh.com⁠⁠ or connect with me on LinkedIn at ⁠linkedin.com/in/thekindnesscode⁠⁠ With Kindness,  Cindy Smarsh

    35 min
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The Kindness Principles Podcast™ was developed from an inspiration Cindy Smarsh received one day, that what the world needs now more than ever is kindness. She believes kindness is more than a virtue ~ it’s a cultural strategy that empowers people to create meaningful lives, healthier relationships, stronger organizations & a world where everyone can thrive. You can count on powerful stories, interesting conversations, inspiring ideas, & practical ways to integrate kindness into your life & work so you can be happier, healthier, & more successful. You can learn more about her work at cindysmar

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