Are you frustrated that your team isn’t responding the way you hoped, despite your hard work and good intentions? In this episode of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Dr. Daniel Freeman breaks down the common leadership missteps that quietly undermine influence, engagement, and results. Kyle and Dr. Freeman explore practical strategies to recalibrate your approach, strengthen trust, and create a culture where people want to follow your lead.

Tune in to uncover the blind spots holding your leadership back and leave with actionable steps to turn frustration into impact.

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This Contagious Culture Podcast session explores how organizations can leverage artificial intelligence not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for cultural transformation. Coretta Dixon and Myreesha Franklin discuss how AI can enhance human thinking, spark innovation, and support equitable practices when implemented thoughtfully.

They dive into strategies for creating organizational cultures where humans and AI collaborate seamlessly, driving creativity, inclusion, and performance without compromising the human touch.

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What does it truly mean to show up as your authentic self, without apology or compromise? In this episode of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Dr. Stephanie Kirkland shares 12 powerful lessons to help you embrace your identity, amplify your strengths, and confidently own what makes you unique. Kyle and Dr. Kirkland dive into practical strategies for overcoming self-doubt, navigating societal expectations, and stepping into spaces where your individuality is your greatest asset.

Listen in to discover how embracing your uniqueness can transform your leadership, your work, and your life.

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This Contagious Culture Podcast session explores the powerful intersection of emotional intelligence and organizational performance. Marisa Ciesluk and Tracy Solarek share how leaders can cultivate self-awareness, strengthen team connections, and make more effective decisions under pressure.

They highlight what emotionally intelligent leadership looks like in action and reveal how it directly shapes culture, builds trust, and drives tangible results. Listeners will gain practical insights for leading with clarity, empathy, and impact in every aspect of their organization.

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This Contagious Culture Podcast session takes a deep dive into relationship-based fundraising and the art of transforming early interest into long-term, values-aligned partnership. Somer Saunders and Aneesah Bray unpack how to recognize partners who truly align with your mission, nurture authentic and reciprocal relationships, and design engagement strategies that build trust, resonance, and staying power.

Together, they explore how shifting from transactional giving to genuine investment creates sustainable support, shared purpose, and a culture of impact that lasts.

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This Contagious Culture Podcast session dives into the art of confidently and authentically making major gift requests. Kari McCormick and Lakisha Rios break down how to prepare for a high-stakes ask, assess donor readiness, and personalize conversations in ways that honor both the relationship and the mission.

They unpack the emotional barriers, fear, hesitation, self-doubt, that often hold fundraisers back, and offer practical strategies for moving through them with clarity and courage. Together, they reveal how intentional preparation and authentic connection can turn strong relationships into truly transformative contributions.

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This Contagious Culture Podcast session centers on one of the most overlooked yet powerful stages of fundraising: stewardship. Ana Marte and Brooklyn Stanfill unpack what happens after the gift is made, how to personalize stewardship at scale, communicate impact in meaningful ways, and create follow-up systems that deepen trust rather than drain capacity.

They explore how thoughtful, consistent stewardship builds long-term donor loyalty, strengthens organizational culture, and turns supporters into true partners in the mission.

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In Episode 122 of the Contagious Culture Podcast, Myreesha Franklin joins Kyle to unpack the mindset, grit, and inner strength required to rise above life’s toughest moments. From personal setbacks to professional reinvention, Myreesha reveals how perseverance became her superpower and how anyone can cultivate the same resilience.

This conversation is raw, uplifting, and filled with practical wisdom for anyone determined to grow, heal, and keep moving forward.

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