Why Most M&A Deals Fail: The Human Side of Mergers & Acquisitions | Jennifer Fondrevay

Culture by People: Baby Boomers, Leadership & AI with Lia Spiliotes

What can different generations teach each other about leadership, trust, and building stronger teams? In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with Lia Spiliotes, President & CEO of Crossroads Continuum, to discuss generational leadership, workplace culture, and what it takes to build teams where everyone can thrive. Lia shares how decades of leadership experience shaped her people-first approach and why empathy, curiosity, and adaptability are essential skills for today’s leaders. Together, Sandra and Lia explore the strengths different generations bring to the workplace, how to bridge generational gaps, and why trust and communication are key to building successful teams. In this conversation, you’ll hear: • What Baby Boomers bring to today’s workplace • How to lead across multiple generations • Why curiosity and adaptability matter in leadership • How trust strengthens teams in a changing workplace • Why AI should enhance—not replace—human connection Subscribe to the People Profit Podcast for more conversations on leadership, culture, and building organizations where people and performance thrive. #PeopleProfitPodcast #Leadership #GenerationalLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #FutureOfWork #LeadershipDevelopment #PeopleFirstLeadership

Culture by Design: How to Turn Values into Behaviors with David J. Friedman

What if culture wasn’t something you hoped would happen, but something you intentionally designed, practiced, and reinforced every day?In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with David J. Friedman, founder of CultureWise and bestselling author of Culture by Design and Fundamentally Different, to talk about what it really takes to build a high-performing culture.David shares how his leadership journey at RSI led to the creation of the 30 RSI Fundamentals, and how those repeatable behaviors became the foundation for the CultureWise operating system. Together, Sandra and David explore why values alone are not enough, how leaders can turn culture into daily action, and why trust, accountability, clarity, and consistency matter more than ever in today’s workplace.In this conversation, you’ll hear:Why culture should be operational, not just inspirationalHow repeatable behaviors shape trust and accountabilityThe difference between values on the wall and behaviors people actually liveHow leaders can reinforce culture in hybrid, high-pressure, and fast-changing environmentsWhy clarity helps employees know what “good” looks likeA practical starting point for leaders who want to build culture by designIf you are a leader, business owner, HR professional, or manager looking to strengthen your team culture, this episode will give you practical, no-fluff strategies you can begin using right away.Learn more about David J. Friedman and CultureWise:CultureWise:https://culturewise.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3AzalE3Sml4Sm1RNHVjUHBJUGdaTVUyLVRZd3xBQ3Jtc0trdWxXWWpyLXlZU25GcWkzczJaNEFiQUpnaHo5TkRlU1JLME9nVzBFM1BLZFprYlE0TnBPZ3lBcGt0WnN3UnJWandEc1NnSWQzdXVSSE55ZzJ6My1PYkdMZ0IwSGlUZDRvOWpFeWlYWndUNGU3d1ZvOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fculturewise.com%2F&v=qX4uvEyLRmI]CultureWise on LinkedIn:  / culturewisellc   [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVk3N0tlSmk1M0FZSzNKZFVJWDBvVDBJdUVsZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttRG1RNkdLNUNfNTNLVVg0elpKMzZWY3dqN01QcEY2dkRuaTZpeUVNelp2bE9uVGE1REtUcEw5SWxjODFPa29VN3NMM3VORjRXWkJoSDJsVXk4Zy1QdTZ5OG9XQ2k1OXFMa0M2ckVOWldJZEJ3OVdzbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Fculturewisellc&v=qX4uvEyLRmI]David J. Friedman on LinkedIn:  / david-j-friedman-01b38a35   [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWc0M2IyU3J6SThLZnpVMEhzUUJiTnhaeW9yUXxBQ3Jtc0tuOWxieTZYd2ZiSHQ2MHI1Z0JoUTJjNndwdlkwQUx1aEJjWHp6STBZOTVsX1hDMkZMcFdhVmpWLXMtenZWZTcxN2dwWGtWOGFnREluSUxPTUxpZ3hKbkM4cmxrcjRobUw5cHBISnhpQkltMktCc1ZfOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fdavid-j-friedman-01b38a35%2F&v=qX4uvEyLRmI]Culture Architects Podcast Library:https://culturewise.com/culture-archi... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbk9qd1Y0SkNieXVkaGxEYjNNaGVYa0tUWV95UXxBQ3Jtc0ttS1VLMTFncTBVWENJRkE5eXNBYkdjTHdGMUVnNkFoR2U4LUkyaGtDS1FYNzd6YmZWQWROaG9ITC03N20zSXp6c1RrT2FmZjd5MVRJSWdVc1g4S0JGZG94ZjZvcEdWNGFlWUdTSUgzZHdnUHVoOVBWWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fculturewise.com%2Fculture-architects-podcast&v=qX4uvEyLRmI]Subscribe to the People Profit Podcast for more conversations on leadership, culture, employee engagement, and building organizations where people and performance thrive.#PeopleProfitPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/peopleprofitpodcast] #CultureWise [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/culturewise] #DavidJFriedman [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/davidjfriedman] #CultureByDesign [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/culturebydesign] #Leadership [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/leadership] #WorkplaceCulture [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/workplaceculture] #EmployeeEngagement [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/employeeengagement] #Accountability [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/accountability] #OrganizationalCulture [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/organizationalculture] #HighPerformingTeams [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/highperformingteams]

It’s Never Too Late: Self-Leadership and Reinvention with Kira Hartley Klinger

In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with entrepreneur, author, and Etsy shop owner Kira Hartley Klinger for a deeply honest conversation about self-leadership, resilience, and what it really takes to start over. After a 20+ year marriage ended, Kira found herself rebuilding from scratch, no formal training, no clear path, just a determination to survive and provide for her family. What followed wasn’t an overnight success story, but years of grit, learning, failure, and persistence that eventually led her to build a thriving e-commerce business, publish bestselling books, and create a life rooted in purpose. This episode goes beyond business. It explores the emotional side of reinvention, navigating self-doubt, silencing outside noise, and choosing courage when the outcome is uncertain. Kira shares how kindness, human connection, and staying grounded in what truly matters, family, purpose, and impact, have shaped her journey. Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, rebuilding after a setback, or simply questioning what’s next, this conversation is a reminder that it’s never too late to begin again. If you’ve ever felt like you’re behind, stuck, or starting over, this episode will meet you right where you are, and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Health Is Your New Wealth: Mindset, Wellness, and Thriving Second Acts with Dr. Carolyn Hatton

What if your next chapter could be your strongest, healthiest, and most fulfilling one yet? In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, Sandra Coker sits down with Dr. Carolyn Hatton, transformational speaker and author of Health Is Your New Wealth, to explore how leaders can redefine success through mindset, wellness, nutrition, and purpose. Dr. Hatton shares her approach to building vibrant “second acts” by helping people rewrite limiting beliefs, shift their identity, and embrace healthier daily habits that fuel resilience, confidence, and long-term growth. From mindset shifts and emotional resilience to movement, nutrition, and brain health, this conversation is packed with insights for leaders who want to thrive personally and create healthier, more energized teams. In this episode, you’ll learn: * Why mindset is the foundation for lasting change * How health and wellness impact leadership performance * The power of small daily habits and behavior change * How to create a vibrant second act without burnout * Why leaders need to model wellness for their teams * Practical strategies for resilience, energy, and personal growth If you’re ready to move from burnout to breakthrough and lead with greater vitality, this episode is for you. Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode with a leader who’s ready to make health their new wealth.

Why Most M&A Deals Fail: The Human Side of Mergers & Acquisitions | Jennifer Fondrevay

Most mergers and acquisitions fail to deliver the results leaders expect — and the reason isn’t usually financial. It’s human. In this episode of the People Profit Podcast, host Sandra Coker sits down with Jennifer Fondrevay, founder of Day1 Ready and author of Now What? A Survivor’s Guide for Thriving Through Mergers & Acquisitions. Drawing from her experience navigating three multi-billion-dollar acquisitions as a C-suite executive, Jennifer shares what really happens inside organizations when companies merge. While most leaders focus on financial strategy and deal mechanics, Jennifer explains why culture, trust, communication, and leadership empathy are often the deciding factors between a successful integration and a failed deal. Together, Sandra and Jennifer explore: * Why 70–90% of M&A deals underperform * The hidden emotional and psychological toll mergers create for employees and leaders * How leaders can manage the critical first 100 days after an acquisition * Why employees often experience organizational change like grief * How to retain top talent and maintain morale during uncertainty * The leadership mindset required to turn disruption into opportunity Jennifer also shares practical tools leaders can use immediately, including how to focus on what you can control during change: your talent, effort, and attitude. Whether your organization is facing a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or rapid change driven by AI and market shifts, this episode offers a powerful reminder: Deals succeed when leaders prioritize people. If you're a leader navigating transformation, this conversation will give you the insights to guide your teams through uncertainty with clarity, respect, and humanity.