In this episode of the Leading Well Podcast, we sit down with Joe Machicote — Chief Culture Officer at Premier Inc. and former Chief HR Officer of Erickson Senior Living.

Joe shares how he led teams through the COVID-19 crisis by embedding values into every level of culture, using small, human-centered rituals to create connection, clarity, and trust during overwhelming times. From family parades and One Team Agreements to redefining what it means to be present as a leader—Joe shows how real leadership happens not in strategy decks, but in the moments that remind people they matter.

🎧 What you’ll learn:

• How to operationalize values during a crisis

• Why psychological safety is the foundation of performance

• What “mental fitness” means in the workplace

• How shared purpose and small rituals can transform retention and morale

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In this powerful episode of the Leading Well Podcast, we sit down with Shawn Campbell — retired U.S. Air Force 1-Star General and former Deputy Chief Human Capital Officer of the United States Space Force.

Shawn shares how he led a 24/7 Air Force HR call center through an intense period of downsizing and organizational strain. With call volume doubling overnight and no increase in staff, Shawn had to rethink leadership from the ground up — rebuilding trust, psychological safety, and team resilience in real time.

🎧 What you’ll learn:

• How to lead through crisis without burning out your team

• Why trust is the key to autonomy, clarity, and speed

• The small rituals that restore energy and increase retention

• How values-based leadership can transform workplace culture

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In this episode, I open up about the real emotional journey of living and healing in a foreign country. From culture shock to personal growth, I share what no one tells you about the internal transformation that happens when you leave your comfort zone. Whether you’re thinking about moving abroad or already on the path, this episode offers honest insight, hard lessons, and hope for the healing that distance can bring.

Watch the full video on my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSlHR7f84rXW7P1PS1aZKgg