The People Success Circle
The People Success Circle is your source of strategies for creating thriving workplaces and careers.
Join me bi-weekly 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.
Episodes
47 episodes
Personal Power vs. Positional Power: Career Lessons from McDonald's Former Chief Field Officer Karen King
Have you ever had a boss who saw more in you than you saw in yourself — and pushed you to become it?In this episode of The People Success Circle, I sit down with Karen King, my former boss at McDonald's Corporation, to ...
The Summer Networking Advantage
Is summer slowing down your networking? It shouldn't be.In this short solo episode, Mindy East makes the case that summer is one of the best-kept secrets in professional networking — and shares a simple, no-overwhelm plan to help you sta...
Boundaries at Work: How Healthy Boundaries Prevent Burnout and Build Better Workplace Relationships
In this episode of The People Success Circle, I sit down with Dana Skaggs to talk about a topic that impacts all of us personally and professionally: boundaries.Many of us hear the word boundaries and immediately think ...
Reducing Overwhelm with Corrie LoGiudice
In this episode of People Success Circle, I sit down with Corrie LoGiudice to talk about something so many professionals, leaders, and caregivers are experiencing right now: overwhelm.Corrie shares her deeply personal story of n...
Emotional Intelligence vs. AI: What Leaders Must Get Right in Today’s Workplace
In this episode of People Success Circle, I sit down with Kelly Lichtenberger to talk about something every leader and team is navigating right now: the balance between emotional intelligence in the workplace and the rapid rise of arti...
Being Ready Enough with Lauren Beane
In this episode of People Success Circle, I sit down with Lauren Beane to talk about something so many of us—especially women in leadership and women in the workplace—struggle with: waiting until we feel fully ready before we take acti...
Good Energy Isn't A Personality - It's a Skill
In this episode of People Success Circle, I sit down with Gallup-certified strengths coach and speaker Sarah Collins to talk about something we don’t always name—but all experience: the energy we bring into the workplace.Sarah s...
The Modern Networking Formula
How do you become the kind of person people remember—and refer—long after the conversation ends?In this solo episode of People Success Circle, I share how I built my network from scratch across 12 moves, 6 states, and 12 cities—...
Before It Becomes a Lawsuit
In this episode of The People Success Circle, I sit down with business attorney Tiffanie Clausewitz, President of Clausewitz Reyes, to talk about the people-related issues that create the biggest legal risk for employers — especially when commu...
Change at Work and How to Build Relationships That Bring People Along
Change is constant at work — yet organizational change can still catch teams off guard. In this episode of People Success Circle, I sit down with Jess Rodriguez to explore what it really takes to lead teams through change with c...
PTSD At Work
In this episode of The People Success Circle, Mindy sits down with Mandi Pratt—a resilience speaker, trauma-informed advocate, and podcaster—for an honest conversation about mental health at work and what happens when trauma follows so...
Achieve Your Goals in 2026
When was the last time you set a goal you were genuinely excited about—only to feel frustrated a few weeks later when nothing changed?If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.In this solo episode of People Success Circle...
The Invisible Introvert: How to Show Up as Your Authentic Self
Have you ever felt overlooked at work, even though you’re doing great work behind the scenes?In this episode of People Success Circle, I sit down with Dr. Cindy Young, author of The Invisible Introvert, to talk honestly...
Networking That Gets You Remembered (and Referred)
When was the last time you walked into a networking event or logged onto LinkedIn and felt instantly seen, remembered, and understood?If your answer is “never”… you’re not alone.In this solo episode of People Success Circle
Annual Performance Reviews Are Not Effective (And What to Do Instead)
When was the last time you walked into an annual performance review feeling excited, seen, and supported?If your answer is “never”…you’re not alone.In this solo episode of People Success Circle, I’m making the case that the tradit...
You No Longer Need an Elevator Pitch (And What to Do Instead)
✨ Join Networking School — enrollment is open Your monthly space to practice networking, build confidence, and be known for what you do best.When was th...
Build a Brand That Opens Doors: Authentic Personal Branding with Kate Pozeznik
When was the last time your personal brand opened a door for you—without you even applying?In this episode of People Success Circle, I sit down with career coach and “confidence booster” Kate Pozeznik (founder of Quirk) to dig i...
What Works When It Comes to Getting Hired?
When was the last time you sat staring at a job board, clicking “Easy Apply” over and over, wondering why nothing’s working?In this episode of People Success Circle, I’m tackling one of the biggest frustrations in today’s job ma...
Rethinking Time Management with Samantha Lane
Time is one of the few things we all share—yet most of us feel like we never have enough of it. In this episode of People Success Circle, I sit down with time management expert and recovered workaholic Samantha Lane to explore how to m...
Awakening Your Inner Excellence: A Conversation with Michelle Edelen
What if the key to confidence, career growth, and leadership was already inside of you—waiting to be activated?In this inspiring episode of People Success Circle, keynote speaker and TEDx presenter Michelle Edelen, known as “The...
The Magnetic Employer
Employer branding is no longer optional—it’s a strategic necessity. In this episode of the People Success Circle podcast, host Mindy East sits down with marketing and website expert Leslee Owen to explore how businesses can attract, re...
Kindness at Work
What if kindness wasn’t just a feel-good idea, but a proven strategy for stronger leadership, engaged employees, and healthier workplaces?In this episode of People Success Circle, I sit down with kindness advocate and...
The Case for In Person Networking
When was the last time you walked out of a networking event thinking, that conversation could change everything?In this episode of People Success Circle, I’m making the case for why in-person networking is still one of ...