What does it really mean to belong, in our workplaces, relationships, and within ourselves? In this powerful conversation, Luke sits down with Rana Hussain, inclusion and leadership expert and founder of Good Human, to explore the deep connection between belonging, authenticity, and performance.

They unpack how cultural intelligence and psychological safety shape strong teams, why accountability and empathy can coexist, and how rituals and human connection drive true performance. Rana also opens up about her personal faith, spirituality, and her evolving relationship with belonging, both internally and in the world around her.

Whether you lead a team or you’re just trying to lead yourself better, this episode dives into what it means to be both human and good.

Key Takeaways:

• The real meaning of belonging and how to cultivate it
• How cultural intelligence helps us work across differences
• Why belonging and accountability can coexist in high-performing teams
• How rituals create stronger connection and trust at work
• The link between leadership, service, and humility
• The personal cost of code-switching and finding inner belonging
• How faith and spirituality shape Rana’s sense of purpose
• Why true success is about being a better human, not just achieving more

Guest Bio:

Rana Hussain is an inclusion, leadership, and culture expert, and the founder of Good Human. With a background in social work and a career spanning diversity, equity, and inclusion across major sporting and corporate organisations, Rana helps leaders and teams create cultures of belonging, trust, and high performance. Known for her warmth, insight, and authenticity, she brings a unique blend of cultural intelligence and heart to her work, inspiring others to lead with humanity, courage, and connection.

ABOUT CURIOUS AF PODCAST

Curious AF is a podcast for people who want more out of life than just ticking boxes. Hosted by Luke Biermann, entrepreneur, father of three, and relentless explorer of human potential, the show dives deep into the conversations that matter.

From endurance sports and entrepreneurship to psychedelics, parenting, spirituality, and self-discovery, Curious AF explores how we can live with greater purpose, connection, and fulfilment.

Expect raw, unfiltered stories and thoughtful insights from people who are redefining success, breaking cycles, and choosing to live with intention.

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