Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co
Welcome to Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co., the podcast where
real talk sparks real change.
Hosted by Rhoda Banks—HR Executive, Certified Coach, Leadership Expert, and Two- Time Author—this show dives deep into the stories of women who have shattered barriers and lifted others along the way.
From leadership lessons to candid conversations on resilience, sisterhood, and
breaking through the glass and concrete ceilings—especially for African American
women—each episode delivers insights, inspiration, and actionable strategies for rising, leading, and lifting as you climb.
Whether you're navigating the boardroom, pushing past career ceilings, or redefining success on your own terms, Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co. is your space to learn, grow, glow, and build a legacy worth remembering. Because every barrier is breakable.
Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co
From Pillars to People: How Chris Dyer Levels Up Leadership & Culture
In this episode of Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co., Rhoda welcomes culture and high-performance leadership authority Chris Dyer, bestselling author, global speaker, and former CEO who led companies ranked “Best Place to Work” 15 times.
Chris is widely regarded as the #1 Culture Speaker, creator of the evidence-based 7 Pillars of Amazing Culture, and author of The Power of Company Culture and Remote Work. His work helps leaders activate trust, transparency, listening, and accountability to build workplaces where people and performance thrive.
Together, Rhoda and Chris explore what truly shapes culture in today’s evolving workplace, and how leaders can show up with clarity, humanity, and intention, even
amid AI disruption, hybrid environments, and shifting employee expectations.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Why culture is a science, not just an art
The mindset shift that moved Chris from CEO to culture expert
The leadership behaviors behind companies winning “Best Place to Work” 15
times
How transparency transforms performance and psychological safety
Why listening and positivity are underestimated leadership superpowers
Tactical ideas for experimenting with culture (reverse mentoring, no-meeting
days, etc.)
The future of leadership in an AI-driven world
Practical prompts for becoming a culture-driven leader today
Who This Episode Is For
This conversation is perfect for:
Senior leaders & executives
Culture and talent professionals
Future-focused HR and people leaders
Managers striving to build high-trust teams
Anyone passionate about workplace purpose, performance & belonging
Connect With Chris Dyer
Website: https://chrisdyer.com
Books: The Power of Company Culture, Remote Work
Speaking & Programs: https://chrisdyer.com/speaking
Connect With Rhoda
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/virtualrhodabanks
Podcast: Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co.
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