Powered by Instinct
Powered by Instinct is a podcast for professionals who think about how people's fundamental nature drives performance and want to get more out of themselves and the people around them. In each episode, Kolbe experts will interview top performers, team leaders, consultants, and coaches to discuss identifying team member strengths, aligning those strengths with their jobs, and optimizing individual and team performance. It's the perfect resource for curious, interested people who want to get more done, more naturally.
Podcasting since 2022 • 57 episodes
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Latest Episodes
The Hidden Science of Building Unstoppable Teams
What if the person who irritates you most is exactly who you need on your team? In this eye-opening conversation, host Eric Herrera sits down with Marit Peters, President of the Independent Insurance Agents of Texas and recent winne...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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44:59
From Burnout to Breakthrough: How a Family Business Found Its Edge
In our first episode of 2026, we dive into the inspiring journey of Azure Standard, and the details behind their transformative journey with Kolbe. Karen Slusher, Chief Experience Officer of Azure Standard, sits down with Eric Herrera to share ...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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37:49
Unlocking Leadership Through Dialogue: The Secret to Effective Team Communication
In this episode of the Powered by Instinct podcast, Kolbe CEO David Kolbe sits down with Bill Isaacs, Founder of Dialogos. They delve into the core principles of organizational communication, the essence of dialogue, and how to unlock individua...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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29:57
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A Little Chaos is Good for Growing Companies
What if the chaos in your business wasn’t a problem—but a sign of opportunity? In this episode of Powered by Instinct, host David Kolbe sits down with Chris Ronzio, founder and CEO of Trainual, to talk about entrepre...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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44:58
Why the First Generation Kills Family Businesses (Not the Third)
Two-thirds of US businesses are family-owned. Most won't survive to the third generation. But what if we've been blaming the wrong people? In this eye-opening episode, Amy Bruske sits down with family business expert Sara B. Stern t...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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47:32
