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Vibemakers

Vibemakers

By: WRKdefined Podcast Network
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 Workplace culture doesn’t come from a slide deck (gross)...it comes from people. Vibemakers is a podcast for the ones shaping the experience of work from the inside out: the HR & people ops folk, founders, leaders, and misfits building culture through small bets, big beliefs, and a whole lot of trial and error. Hosted by Marnie Robbins of Vibe People Studio, each episode features a candid conversation with a culture activator, someone rolling up their sleeves to make work more human, meaningful, and aligned. We go beyond best practices and talk about what actually works (and what doesn’t) when you’re trying to create a workplace people want to be part of. No fluff. Well, maybe a little fluff. But mainly just the real stuff behind the vibe. Learn more at: www.vibepeoplestudio.comAll rights reserved by WRKdefined
Episodes
  • Leadership First: The Real Work of Culture Activation with Brian Vogel

    Leadership First: The Real Work of Culture Activation with Brian Vogel
    Jul 3 2025
    In this episode of VibeMakers: Conversations with Culture Activators, I sit down with Brian Vogel - leadership coach, founder of Sundog Coaching, certified Working Genius facilitator, and culture whisperer. We dive into:👉 How performance shifts when it’s driven by purpose instead of pressure👉 The role of leaders in affirming and adjusting behavior to drive culture👉 Why “face time” culture needs to go👉 The effect of the Working Genius model for energizing leadership👉 Plus: Brian’s past life as a certified pool operator 🏊‍♂️Brian’s approach to culture activation is refreshingly human. He believes the future of work belongs to leaders who care, connect, and coach…and I couldn’t agree more.
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    27 mins
  • Modeling Culture: Using Predictive Thinking to Break Assumptions and Boost Innovation with Jake Brintzenhofe.

    Modeling Culture: Using Predictive Thinking to Break Assumptions and Boost Innovation with Jake Brintzenhofe.
    May 27 2025
    What if you approached hiring and culture the way a predictive analyst approaches a model? In this episode, I sit down with Jake Brintzenhofe, founder of Error Term Consulting, to explore how predictive modeling mindsets can revolutionize people decisions (no spreadsheets required). We dig into the hidden assumptions baked into the way we design work (spoiler: more hours don’t always equal more productivity), why engagement averages can hide major cultural blind spots, and how modeling can help you build both smarter systems and more human workplaces. If you’re curious about hypothesis-driven HR or how to design cultures that truly adapt to real humans, this one’s for you.
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    26 mins
  • Unleashing Humor & Storytelling in the Workplace with Gita Kulkarni

    Unleashing Humor & Storytelling in the Workplace with Gita Kulkarni
    Apr 28 2025
    Welcome to this week’s Vibe Makers episode where host Marnie Robbins brings on the wonderfully witty Gita Kulkarni, founder of Humor Edge. Dive into a conversation that’s all about leveraging laughter and the art of storytelling to not just work better, but to build a more cohesive and vibrant workplace. Gita, a master of improvisation from the famed Second City and a tech implementation guru, unpacks how humor and personal stories are essential tools for anyone looking to lead with impact and empathy. Ready to rediscover your kindergarten spirit and bring your whole self to work? This episode is your playbook for transforming a typical day at the office into an opportunity for connection and growth. Don’t miss out on these gems of wisdom that promise to change how you view humor and storytelling in business!
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    29 mins
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