employee engagement

Respect me.

Respect me

  [pullquote align=center] Without feelings of respect, what is there to distinguish men from beasts? Confucius [/pullquote]     Just recently, one of my coaching clients brought up that for relationships to be successful, both parties should respect each other. I asked him what he thought “respect” meant. I listened to his definition, and then I … Read more

Take this job and shove it!

[pullquote align=center] Employees feel valued and successful when they feel their voice is heard. Not only that, they feel like a vested member of the organization when, at least, some of their voice leads to positive change. The 7 Intuitive Laws of Employee Loyalty [/pullquote]   Have you ever heard the song by Johnny Paycheck, … Read more

Employee pain runs deep.

  I never knew how much employees needed a voice until I became that voice. I felt the pain one too many times.   I decided to do something to help.   Background.   I am the product of an interracial and interfaith marriage. My mother is Jewish and my father is a non-practicing Christian. I … Read more

When our dreams become reality!

We all have our own story. We all have our own reasons for doing what we do. We all have different dreams. Things get fun when the dreams become reality! My life has not always been easy. I encounter roadblocks like everyone else. Often, I find that I am motivated by what I don’t want … Read more

Becoming Unshakeable With Heather R Younger

Becoming Unshakeable 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 Unshakeable 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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