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The People Success Circle

The People Success Circle

By: Mindy East
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The People Success Circle is your source of strategies for creating thriving workplaces and careers.

Join me each week for thoughtful conversations on how to drive business growth, enhance employee engagement, and achieve personal and organizational success.

With over 28 years of experience as an HR leader, I’ve seen firsthand that when companies prioritize people, profits follow. Yet, we’re facing a crisis in employee engagement and well-being.

Each Wednesday, this podcast we’ll explore how businesses can turn the tide, fostering environments where employees feel valued, confident, and inspired to contribute their best.

But this isn’t just for business leaders—The People Success Circle also serves individuals seeking more fulfilling, rewarding careers. Whether you’re looking to land your dream job or thrive in your current role, we’ll dive into proven strategies for professional growth and career satisfaction.

From building confidence to aligning your work with your values, get ready to unlock full potential!


Visit
www.limerockcareerco.com to learn more, and listen every Wednesday to transform your business and career.


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Episodes
  • Why Supporting Mental Health Is the New Leadership Superpower : a Talk with Nisi Bennett
    May 20 2025

    What if supporting your team’s mental health was the key to unlocking their full potential?

    In this compassionate and eye-opening episode of People Success Circle, I sit down with Nisi Bennett—nurse, speaker, and workplace mental health expert—to explore what it truly means to prioritize well-being at work.

    Drawing from nearly two decades in nursing and public health, Nisi shares why mental health isn’t just a personal issue—it’s a leadership imperative. From identifying early warning signs to creating policy that supports—not punishes—employees during difficult times, this episode is packed with practical, human-centered strategies every workplace can start using right away.

    You’ll walk away with powerful insights on how to create a culture of belonging, advocate before disciplining, and build systems that care for the whole person—not just their performance.


    Key Takeaways:

    From Policy to Prevention: Why true culture change starts long before crisis—and how to build it into your onboarding, policies, and daily leadership habits.

    Burnout Warning Signs: Learn the 3 stages of mental health decline at work (distraction, disruption, crisis) and how leaders can step in early with empathy.

    Advocacy Over Discipline: How to use advocacy models instead of rushing to punitive measures—and why it benefits both people and the business.

    Real-World Strategies: From redesigning emergency contacts to making EAPs actually usable, Nisi shares actionable ways to create safety and trust in your team.

    Mental Health for Job Seekers: How to care for your emotional well-being during one of life’s most stressful transitions—and why asking for help is a strength, not a setback.

    If you’re a people-first leader—or striving to become one—this episode offers a blueprint for creating a workplace where mental health isn’t just a checkbox. It’s a commitment.

    🎧 Tune in now to learn how to support your team’s well-being from the inside out—and why it will pay off in retention, productivity, and humanity.


    Nisi's Links:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/nisibennett/

    https://www.allheartinitiative.com/

    Company Website: www.limerockcareerco.com
    Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com


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    37 mins
  • Unlocking the Power of ADHD at Work: A Talk with Stephanie Scheller
    May 13 2025

    What if your work environment was designed to support every brain - not just the “typical” ones?

    In this eye-opening episode of People Success Circle, I sit down with Stephanie Scheller, entrepreneur and event expert, to explore what it really means to create ADHD-friendly spaces - both at work and in life.

    From event planning to leadership strategy, Stephanie has developed a neuroscience-backed approach that honors the unique ways neurodiverse individuals process the world. And the best part? These changes don’t just support neurodivergent employees - they benefit everyone.

    You’ll walk away from this conversation with a new perspective on leadership, delegation, and how small shifts can radically improve team performance and employee well-being.


    Key Takeaways:

    • Rethinking “Productivity”: Why ADHD doesn’t mean lazy—and how honoring neurodiverse processing styles can unlock new levels of performance.
    • The ADHD Internal Operating System: Learn how Stephanie designs meetings, tasks, and even coffee blends to support attention, focus, and retention.
    • Simple, Powerful Shifts: From sending agendas early to rethinking role design, discover practical ways to build a more inclusive, energized workplace—one that supports both neurodiverse and neurotypical team members alike.
    • Managing With Empathy: Understand why employees who feel truly supported are not only more loyal—but often more innovative and committed.


    If you're a leader looking to build a thriving, engaged team that feels safe, seen, and supported - this episode is for you.

    🎧 Tune in now to discover how designing for neurodiversity can be your organization’s secret superpower.


    Stephanie's info:

    Website: www.thestephaniescheller.com

    LinkedIn: Stephanie Scheller | LinkedIn



    Company Website: www.limerockcareerco.com
    Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com


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    39 mins
  • Empower Your Workforce: Resilience Strategies for Leaders and Teams with Karen Colonna
    May 6 2025

    What if your greatest strength could help you conquer every challenge at work?

    In this inspiring episode of People Success Circle, I chat with founder of Shine Forward, Karen Colonna about building resilience—not just as a personal trait, but as a vital ingredient for thriving teams and businesses.

    Karen opens up about her deep journey from personal loss to launching her resilience roadmap, sharing how every hardship can be the catalyst for growth and connection.


    Key Takeaways:


    • The Power of Community: Discover how creating a support network and fostering open conversations can empower employees to bounce back from adversity.


    • Actionable Resilience Roadmap: Learn practical steps for resetting your mindset, personalizing self-care, and filling your "confidence cup" to navigate workplace challenges with ease.


    • Leadership Through Transparency: Uncover why embracing vulnerability and clear communication is essential for leaders who want to inspire and drive a culture of resilience.


    Listen to learn how to harness your inner strength and create a work environment where every team member can shine forward.


    Let's build resilience together—because when you empower your people, you empower your business!


    Connect with Karen Colonna

    Website: Karen Colona: Speaker, Blogger, Author, and more!
    Purchase Karen's Book: 6 Steps In The Bright Direction: Your Personalized Roadmap to Resilience, Revenue and Results: Colonna, Karen: 9798315857921: Amazon.com: Books


    Company Website: www.limerockcareerco.com
    Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com


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    29 mins

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