It has been one year since Zach Mercurio released The Power of Mattering, and I keep coming back to the conversation I had with him on Show Up as a Leader. Some podcast conversations stay with you because they introduce a new idea. This one stayed with me because it gave language to something so...
I had such a meaningful conversation with Deb Reuben, CLFP, on the TomorrowZone Catalyst Podcast as part of her “Future Shaping Leaders” series. We talked about what it really takes to lead in a world where disruption never seems to slow down. Because here’s the thing: most leadership challenges aren’t solved by simply adding another...
What turns a hospitality executive into one of the most admired CEOs in Minnesota?
Rosie sits down with Richard Dobransky, President and CEO of Morrissey Hospitality, to unpack how his leadership evolved through crisis, growth, and hard-earned perspective. From bringing empathy into performance conversations to rethinking hiring practices that filter out great talent, Richard shares why better business starts with deeper humanity. He also reveals why being just 1% better each day can create extraordinary momentum over time.
Whether you lead a team, shape culture, or simply want to create a more human workplace, this episode will challenge you to listen more closely, lead humbly, and build with people in mind.
Culture isn’t fluffy, it’s the invisible force shaping everything from performance to quality of life, and most leaders are getting it wrong.
Rosie sits down with Brett Hoogeveen, co-founder of BetterCulture, to break culture down into something refreshingly practical. From defining culture as the behaviors we expect from one another to dismantling the “core values con job,” Brett brings a no-nonsense, engineer’s mindset to a topic that’s often overcomplicated. This conversation is packed with real-world examples, from how to build culture top-down and bottom-up to the small, consistent actions that actually move the needle.
If you’ve ever felt like culture is too abstract to fix or too big to influence, this episode will change your perspective. You’ll walk away with tangible tools, a clearer roadmap, and a powerful reminder that every person can shape a better workplace.
Respect is not soft. It is strategic, tested in hard conversations, and earned in the moments that matter most.
Gregg sits down with Amy West, VP of Corporate and Customer Performance at Kentro, for a grounded and powerful conversation about what it really means to be respect-worthy as a leader. Drawing from her military background, government contracting experience, and corporate leadership journey, Amy shares how trust is built through honesty, consistency, preparation, and the courage to admit you do not know everything.
From navigating grief on a team to leading through tension, disagreement, and transformation, Amy offers a practical and deeply human view of leadership that people-first leaders need right now. This episode is a reminder that when leaders listen well, care deeply, and show up beside their people, respect stops being a value on the wall and becomes a lived experience.
In an industry not known for warmth or emotional intelligence, one CEO is quietly rewriting the rules of leadership. Rosie sits down with Matt Bergmann, CEO of Laketown Electric, to unpack how intentional culture building, human connection, and radical transparency are fueling extraordinary business growth and loyalty.
From handwritten notes and leadership academies to crystal-clear career paths and mentorship expectations, Matt shares the simple but powerful practices that help his people feel truly valued and loved. Together, Rosie and Matt explore why relational leadership is becoming even more critical in an AI-driven world and how authentic care for employees can translate into real competitive advantage.
This conversation is packed with practical, actionable insights for people-first leaders ready to strengthen culture, future-proof their organizations, and show up with courage in times of constant change.
What if the very thing that once broke your confidence could become the fuel that defines your purpose?
Rosie sits down with nationally recognized motivational speaker and award-winning radio host Scott Tavlin to unpack the mindset shifts that turn self-doubt into service. From being excluded as a kid to losing his biggest cheerleader at 24, Scott shares how heartbreak reshaped his definition of success and gave birth to his DREAM framework: Decide, Reasons, Environment, Action, Measure. This conversation is equal parts heart, grit, and practical leadership wisdom.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in head trash, overwhelmed by competing priorities, or unsure how to move from inspiration to real momentum, this episode will recharge you. Scott and Rosie explore how clarity cuts through noise, why your why must be bigger than you, and how intentional action transforms ordinary leaders into extraordinary impact-makers. Get ready to leave lighter, clearer, and ready to lead on purpose.
What if your entire leadership legacy hinged on just 90 days?
Neill Marshall and Kurt Mosley have interviewed over 10,000 healthcare executives, and what they discovered might change how you approach the start of any leadership role. The duo joins Rosie to reveal why the first 90 days of a new role aren’t just an onboarding window but a foundation that shapes trust, culture, and long-term credibility.
Through stories ranging from CEO pancake breakfasts to hospital dorm mattress overhauls, they share actionable insights and surprising truths about what great leaders do (and avoid) in their early days. You’ll hear the difference between quick and hurried leadership, how to win over the influential “middle,” and why you should never underestimate symbolic actions.
Whether you’re a new leader, in a career transition, or mentoring others, this episode is full of real talk and wisdom you won’t want to miss. Get ready to rethink how you start strong and stay grounded.
What if investing in first-time employees could shape the future of work?
Rosie sits down with Meggan Kerkenbush, co-owner of the iconic Bridgeman’s Ice Cream brand, to explore how a 90-year-old company is thriving by leading with heart, purpose, and people-first practices. From serving up sundaes to teaching life skills, Meggan shares how their small business is building future-ready leaders, one scoop at a time.
They discuss the value of community partnerships, supporting team members through personal adversity, and why flexibility and intentionality are non-negotiable in modern leadership. Meggan opens up about navigating her husband’s ALS diagnosis while running a seasonal business and why showing up as your full, human self is the most important leadership trait of all.
Whether you're leading a multigenerational team, managing part-timers, or just needing a reminder that your work matters beyond the bottom line, this one’s for you.
There’s a reason Eric Harkins’ book Great Leaders Make Sure Monday Morning Doesn’t Suck resonates so deeply—and so painfully. It’s not because the ideas are new. It’s because they still need to be said. When Eric and I sat down for this podcast conversation, we laughed a lot. We also had a few “how is...
