We’re back with another special feature with Jason and Nikki, as they take you behind the curtain at People Forward Network to show how they’re shaking up team meetings 🎯

No more Zoom fatigue, awkward silences, or missed voices—just real collaboration, flexibility, and fun 🧠💬 They break down their async meeting framework, the tools they swear by, and why giving everyone space to contribute is the future of work.

Ready to try meetings that actually work for people? Let’s go! 🚀

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• Asynchronous meetings empower all voices by removing the pressure of live participation.
• Clear structure and consistent tools (like Slack or Google Docs) are essential for async success.
• Expectation-setting—especially around deadlines and participation—is non-negotiable.
• Async meetings reduce meeting fatigue and improve focus.
• This model aligns with the evolving flexibility needs of distributed teams.

Remote work is here to stay—but how do we actually thrive in it? 💻✨

In this episode, creative powerhouse and Suka founder Steven Puri joins Nikki to share how leaders can ditch distractions and help remote teams find their focus. From Hollywood to high-growth startups, Steven's journey is full of bold moves and big lessons. Get ready for practical tips, mindset shifts, and a few laughs along the way as we explore how to turn chaos into clarity and embrace outcome-driven work 🚀

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• Focus on 3 priorities a day to reduce overwhelm.
• Remote work isn't new—just renamed.
• Trust beats surveillance in remote leadership.
• Flow states boost productivity—set the stage.
• Reflect during failure to grow faster.

This one’s different 🎙️ Nikki joins Dr. Rosie Ward for their quarterly “Courageous Leadership Series,” and this is a jam-packed convo on why leaders feel stuck and why change is so dang hard 😤

They break down the “stuckness zone,” faulty inner programming, and how to actually transform (not just learn). Real stories. Deep insights.

Tune in, take notes, and get ready to upgrade your leadership! 💡🔥

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• Leaders often remain stuck due to faulty internal programming, not lack of skill.
• Impression management—over-focusing on how we’re perceived—drains energy and blocks authenticity.
• Most change leaders face is adaptive, not technical; transformation (not just information) is key.
• Tools like “cancel cancel” help rewire unhelpful perfectionist tendencies.
• Modeling upgraded leadership behaviors influences broader team and culture transformation.

In this episode of “In the Loop,” Katherine takes us from scraped knees on a turquoise bike to shark diving in Hawaii —all to teach one powerful lesson: great leaders don't clam up when times get tough.

With the world spinning fast around political shifts, DEI rollbacks, and plummeting employee engagement, Katherine breaks down how to stay grounded, clear, and forward-thinking. Think of it as your communication toolkit for chaos.

Tune in, get inspired, and learn how to lead with purpose when the waters get rough 🌊✨

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• Communicate more, not less, during times of uncertainty.
• Employees look to leadership for clarity, especially when external changes are rapid and complex.
• Focus on company values to remain grounded amidst chaos.
• Repetition builds comfort—frequency in messaging matters.
• Forward-thinking language and direction keep teams motivated and connected.

For this special feature, Nikki joined Dan Dominguez on his podcast, “Lead Different”🎙️

Nikki unpacks the moment she said “Why not?” and how it sparked the creation of a people-first podcast network. From discovering her WHY to taking bold risks in business, Nikki shares the highs, the lessons, and the heart behind her mission. 💡

You'll hear how she builds aligned, purpose-driven teams and why meaningful work matters now more than ever. If you're all about leading with purpose, scaling culture, and staying true to your mission—you’re in the right place. 💬✨

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• Know your WHY to unlock clarity and confidence.
• Mission-aligned teams fuel exponential impact.
• Hire slow, align deep—culture starts before day one.
• The workplace is the most powerful mission field.
• Entrepreneurship thrives at the edge of risk and purpose.

🎙️ In this special feature episode, Nikki flips the script — she joined PeopleForward Network’s Jason Cochran on “Working Forward”! They dove into the real talk about what it takes to build strong, connected remote teams 🌎 💬.

From flexible-first culture to over-communication magic and ditching "death by meeting,” Nikki shares how PeopleForward Network keeps people-first leadership at the heart of everything.

Get ready for real-world tips, lots of laughs, and a fresh take on the future of work! 🚀

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• Culture and values must come first for remote success.
• Flexible work thrives with intentional design.
• Over-communication beats miscommunication every time.
• Async meetings can be more powerful than live ones.
• Rituals and fun are critical for remote team connection.

What if your 9–5 helped you chase your wildest dreams? ✨

Nikki chats with Kate Volman, CEO of Floyd Consulting, about how the Dream Manager program is flipping the script on workplace culture 💥

From dream lists and safari trips to career clarity and personal breakthroughs, Kate shares how asking one simple question—“What are your dreams?”—can transform your people and your business. 💭💼

Don’t just work. Dream.

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• Dreaming reignites purpose and engagement in employees.
• A Dream Manager helps people clarify and pursue deeply personal goals.
• Common dreams often include financial freedom, homeownership, and better health.
• Culture transforms when people are encouraged to dream out loud.

What’s really keeping leaders stuck? 🤔

Dr. Rosie Ward joins Nikki to reveal the 7 subconscious “faulty programs” sabotaging leadership success—from the Overachiever to the Counterfeit. Based on data from 250+ leaders, this convo is all about breaking free from burnout, embracing authenticity, and transforming the way we lead in today’s VUCA world 🌪️✨

Don’t miss this deep (and fun!) dive into the human side of leadership 💡

Additional Resources:

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Learn more about PeopleForward Network

• Most leaders are unknowingly stuck in subconscious patterns formed during childhood.
• There are 7 common “faulty programs” that keep leaders from reaching their potential.
• Leadership transformation starts with inner work—not another quick-fix training.
• Human-centered skills like vulnerability and real connection are the future of leadership.