The Present Professional
The Present Professional is where leadership meets consciousness.
Hosted by John Marshall — executive coach, speaker, and founder of Humessence — this podcast explores what it means to lead well, live intentionally, and build success with presence.
Each episode dives into conversations and reflections on human-centered leadership, emotional intelligence, and conscious culture. You’ll hear from leaders, coaches, and thinkers redefining the future of work — and learn practical ways to bring balance, clarity, and authenticity to your own leadership journey.
Whether you’re developing yourself, your team, or your organization, The Present Professional helps you integrate who you are with what you do.
The Present Professional
Latest Episodes
080 - Revolutionizing Leadership Training with AI with Erik Berglund
In this episode of The Present Professional, John Marshall speaks with Erik Berglund, founder of The Language of Leadership and Loominary AI, about the future of leadership development through AI powered practice. Erik shares how his work evolv...
079 - The 8 Keys to Inspired Leadership with Kevin Asbjornson
In this rich and wide-ranging conversation, John Marshall sits down with Kevin Asbjornson, global leadership development professional, executive coach, keynote speaker, and performing artist, to explore what it truly means to lead with emotiona...
078 - Building Connected Teams Through Rhythm, Community & Leadership with Natalie Spiro
In this vibrant and deeply personal conversation, John Marshall sits down with Natalie Spiro, founder and CEO of Drum Cafe North America and CEO of Blue Fire Leadership, to explore how rhythm, community, and intentional connection can transform...
077 - Journey of Leadership Development with Brett Larson
In this returning conversation, John Marshall sits down with Humessence coach, leadership development expert, and author Brett Larson to unpack what it truly means to lead people rather than manage them. Brett traces his journey from industrial...
076 - The Science of Happiness in the Workplace with Scott Crabtree
In this episode, John Marshall sits down with Scott Crabtree, Chief Happiness Officer at Happy Brain Science, to explore how brain and behavioral science can be applied to build happier, more resilient teams and organizations. Scott shares the ...