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7 Ways to Improve Corporate Culture in 5 Minutes or Less

Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast! Are you a Caring Leader looking for ways to improve corporate culture? We’re all busy, and sometimes it’s the little things that count to make your people feel seen, heard, and valued. Here are seven quick and effective strategies to enhance your corporate culture: Express Gratitude Taking a … Read more

This One Career Skill Could Change Your Life!

Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast!   In a world filled with noise, true connection is often drowned out by the clamor of our own thoughts, biases, and assumptions. But what if I told you that within the quiet art of active listening lies the power to transform not only your leadership but your … Read more

The Power of Active Listening Combating Assumptions and Bias

Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast!   In today’s fast-paced work environments, it’s all too easy to jump to conclusions based on appearances or past experiences. However, this can lead to misunderstandings and biases that negatively impact our relationships and productivity. To combat these issues, active listening and Caring Leadership are essential. The Importance … Read more

What Is Change Management?

Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast! Change is inevitable, isn’t it? Whether it’s implementing new technologies, restructuring teams, or adapting to market shifts, organizations constantly face change. The critical question is: how do we navigate these changes effectively? That’s where Change Management comes in. Understanding Change Management Change Management is a structured approach to … Read more

Which Comes First: Wisdom or Leadership? – An Interview with Brian Lord, Premiere Speakers Bureau President

Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast! Podcast In this episode Heather speaks with Brian Lord, President of Premiere Speakers Bureau, who shares profound insights on the relationship between wisdom and effective leadership. Emphasizing the importance of seeking wisdom as a foundational element for leadership, Lord underscores the value of curiosity and a continual openness … Read more

The Role of Active Listening When Undergoing Organizational Change 

Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast! Some years ago, I was leading customer experience for an organization, and they decided to reorganize. This is a common thing as organizations look to increase efficiencies, reduce costs, and improve customer experience. Like with most changes that seem to come on without warning, this change made employees … Read more

How to Reignite Workplace Culture After Return to Work Orders

Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast! The transition back to the office after a period of remote work can be met with mixed emotions from employees. For many, the comfort and flexibility of working from home have become a cherished routine. Suddenly, the return-to-work orders can feel like an unwelcome disruption. Imagine starting your … Read more

The Impact of Mission-Driven Leadership: Insights from a Healthcare CEO

Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast! In this insightful podcast episode, Anita Brikman, President and CEO of the Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association (PPTA), shares her compelling career journey bridging healthcare advocacy and association leadership. With a background as a news anchor and medical reporter, Anita discusses the transformative shift into healthcare associations, emphasizing the … Read more

The 9 Behaviors of Caring Leadership

Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast! I can think of less than three leaders whom I think of as caring leaders.  One, I remember him, and he is one of the best leaders I have ever met.   Let’s call him Ed. He has this curious way about him and this very funny sense of humor.   He was very … Read more

An Inspiring Personal Story About Achieving Your Dreams

Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast! I was about eight years old when I remember seeing Reverend Jesse Jackson speaking on television to thousands of people. I did not know anything about this man, I don’t love him very much today. But I remember how in awe they were of him. They were all … Read more

Becoming Unshakable With Heather R Younger

Becoming Unshakable is the podcast for leaders, creators, and changemakers who know that true leadership starts from within. Each episode explores what it takes to lead with resilience, compassion, and purpose—without pretending to be perfect.
Through candid conversations with executives, frontline leaders, coaches, and everyday heroes, Heather uncovers the real stories behind growth, setbacks, and transformation. From navigating change to creating emotionally safe cultures, Becoming Unshakable reveals how self-leadership and Caring Leadership can shape people—and workplaces—that cannot be shaken.

Heather is a Workplace Culture Expert

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CEO of Employee Fanatix

A leading workplace culture and employee engagement consulting & training firm.

A highly sought-after keynote speaker

Bringing the best insights from over 25,000 employee stories to the stage.

A top company culture strategist

An expert in creating spaces for these vital conversations.

A contributor to leading news outlets

A trusted expert on workplace culture — recognized by INC. as one of the Top 50 Leadership and Management Experts of 2025 and by Thinkers50 as one of the leading global voices shaping the future of leadership.

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The Cycle of Active Listening

Create a listening culture that elevates the workplace experience for everyone.

Through this guide, uncover how to ensure those in your care at work feel heard and valued, resulting in increased loyalty and satisfaction.

  • Understand why listening is the key to improved engagement
  • Learn how the Cycle of Active Listening contributes to strong workplace relationships
  • Get a practical framework for creating a listening culture that is bidirectional, responsive, and supportive

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