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What does it really take to evolve as a leader in today’s fast-changing, high-complexity world?

In this thought-provoking episode, we explore vertical leadership development—a powerful, often overlooked approach to growing not just what you do, but how you think. Discover how leaders can shift their mindset, increase their capacity for complexity, and lead with greater intention and impact.

Featuring:
🔹 Gene Hong – Design Leader, Business Advisor, and Founder of Aperture North
🔹 Claire Williams – Executive Coach & Leadership Development Expert
🔹 Melanie Boyd-Brown – Leadership Coach, Consultant, and NeuroLeadership Specialist
🔹 Host: Ange MacCabe – CEO, Coach, and People Strategy Expert

You'll learn:
✅ What vertical development really means—and why it matters now more than ever
✅ How Gene’s leadership journey transformed his approach to teams, culture, and impact
✅ Practical strategies to deepen self-awareness, navigate complexity, and lead with authenticity

Whether you're a senior leader, HR professional, or organizational change agent, this episode will inspire you to reframe your growth and unlock new dimensions of leadership.

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Whole Person Performance: A New Model for Sustainable Leadership

In this episode of The Human Side of Business, Ange MacCabe with Maria Maycock explore how leaders can drive innovation without compromising well-being. Discover why personal growth and productivity aren't at odds—and how to design cultures where both can thrive.

What you'll learn:

• Why productivity-only cultures lead to burnout
• How to create space for personal development
• Practical steps to support sustainable performance

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Redefining Leadership: Boundaries, Integrity & Co-Leadership with Dr. Kathy Toogood

What does it really mean to thrive as a leader—and as a whole person—at work?

In this episode of The Human Side of Business, host Ange MacCabe sits down with Dr. Kathy Toogood, leadership expert, speaker, and author of Women Thriving in Leadership: Practices for Cultivating Wholeness and Community. Drawing from decades of experience across education, government, and nonprofit sectors, Kathy unpacks how boundaries, integrity, and co-leadership aren't just leadership buzzwords—they’re essential tools for innovation, inclusion, and sustainable success.

Together, Ange and Kathy explore:

✅ Why learning to say “no” is key to long-term leadership effectiveness
✅ How co-leadership empowers women and drives cultural transformation
✅ What it looks like to build workplaces centered on wholeness, trust, and community
✅ Real-life stories and practical tools you can start applying right now

Whether you're a female leader navigating fast-paced environments, a decision-maker in search of new leadership models, or someone passionate about building human-centered organizations—this conversation offers both inspiration and actionable insight.

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Cross-functional chaos? We’ve been there. Ange MacCabe and Maria Maycock unpack how to align technical and non-technical teams — using proven tools that drive clarity, trust, and performance across biotech, healthtech, and life sciences orgs.

In this episode of The Human Side of Business, host Ange MacCabe (CEO, Intuity Performance) and consultant Maria Maycock explore the real-world friction between technical and non-technical teams — and how to fix it.

From biotech to medtech and SaaS, discover what causes cross-functional breakdowns and how tools like RACI matrices, team charters, and real-time feedback loops can transform collaboration. You’ll hear client stories, actionable frameworks, and tips to boost trust, productivity, and alignment across disciplines.

Tune in to learn:

• Why technical and non-technical teams often clash — and what to do about it
• 5 proven collaboration tools for tech-driven companies
• How communication rituals and neutral facilitation unlock better outcomes
• Real stories from biotech, medtech, and software teams that turned chaos into cohesion

Ideal for biotech leaders, healthtech innovators, product managers, HR pros, and team leads who want to turn siloed expertise into shared success.

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Difficult Conversations Are a Leadership Skill—Not an HR Shortcut

Too many leaders in biotech are dodging the real work of leadership—passing off tough conversations to HR out of fear, discomfort, or lack of training. In this episode of The Human Side of Business, Ange MacCabe and leadership consultant Maria dismantle the myth that HR should handle all uncomfortable conversations and challenge leaders to step up where it counts.

You’ll learn why avoiding hard conversations erodes trust and performance—and how mastering them can set you apart as a transformational leader. From performance feedback and team tension to broken commitments and course-correction, this episode gives you the tools, mindset shifts, and real-world examples to handle it all with confidence.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why leaders avoid tough conversations—and how to stop
• The real role of HR vs. leadership in workplace conflict
• Practical frameworks like SBI and Radical Candor
• How feedback builds trust, clarity, and high-performing teams
• Tips to stay calm, focused, and kind—even in hard moments

If you’re a biotech leader who’s ready to lead with courage, clarity, and accountability—this one’s for you.

Hit play, take notes, and start leading the conversations that matter.

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Cultivating Curiosity: Shifting from a Closed Mindset to a Learning Culture

In this episode of The Human Side of Business, we’re diving into the power of curiosity in leadership—why it matters, how to cultivate it, and the real cost of a closed mindset.

Did you know? Research shows that organizations with low curiosity experience 30% lower performance and 40% higher turnover. And yet, many leaders unknowingly operate in a way that stifles innovation and disengages their teams.

Joining me are Maria from Intuity and Michelle Schafer, coach and author, for an insightful conversation about:
✅ The hidden dangers of a closed mindset and how it impacts engagement & retention
✅ Practical strategies for shifting from judgment to curiosity in leadership
✅ The small but powerful questions that change the way you lead
✅ How to embed curiosity into your company culture—so it becomes a habit, not a one-time effort

Curiosity isn’t just about asking more questions—it’s about creating an environment where learning thrives, ideas are valued, and teams feel empowered. Ready to make the shift? Hit play and let’s explore!

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In a fast-paced, tech-driven world, leadership isn’t just about strategy—it’s about people. The Human Side of Business dives deep into the intersection of emotional intelligence, leadership skills, and organizational success. Hosted by Ange McCabe, CEO & Co-Founder of Intuity Performance, this podcast delivers expert insights, actionable strategies, and candid conversations to help you elevate your leadership and create thriving workplace cultures.

Join us as we explore the trends shaping corporate culture, the power of compassionate leadership, and how to balance data-driven decision-making with human connection. Whether you're a senior executive, a rising leader, or a business owner, you’ll gain practical tools to drive engagement, performance, and long-term success.

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Podcast Episode Description: The Power of Upskilling – Why It’s Essential & How to Get It Right

Is your organization keeping up with the rapid changes in the workplace?

In this episode of The Human Side of Business, we dive deep into the critical role of upskilling in today’s fast-evolving job market. Companies that fail to prioritize continuous learning risk falling behind—while those that invest in their people drive innovation, boost retention, and stay ahead of the curve.

Join host Ang McCabe and Maria, Change Practitioner & Performance Coach, as they explore:
✅ Why upskilling is a must-have strategy for business success
✅ How to identify skill gaps and implement effective learning initiatives
✅ The underestimated power of “soft skills” in leadership and teamwork
✅ Real-world examples of organizations thriving through a learning culture

Whether you're a leader looking to future-proof your team or a professional eager to grow, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you level up.

Listen now and start building a learning culture that lasts!

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