Welcome to
The People Success Circle
A People-First HR Podcast
Hosted by Mindy East, HR Consultant & Keynote Speaker
Welcome to The People Success Circle, the go-to HR podcast for leaders who believe people are the key to lasting success. Hosted by Mindy East—a seasoned HR consultant, keynote speaker, and advocate for people-first leadership—this show delivers weekly insights to help you create thriving teams, healthier workplaces, and fulfilling careers.
Whether you’re an HR professional, a business leader, or someone who wants to show up better at work, you’ll find practical strategies and real-world stories to guide you.
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Why Tune In to The People Success Circle?
1. Learn People-First Business Strategies
Get actionable insights from keynote speaker and HR expert Mindy East on how to boost employee engagement, build stronger teams, and drive business growth - without burning people out.
2. Short, Insightful Episodes That Fit Your Day
Each episode is designed to be clear, concise, and actionable - perfect for your commute, lunch break, or between meetings. Get meaningful takeaways without needing an hour to spare.
3. Real Talk, Real People, Real Experience
With over 28 years in HR leadership, Mindy shares personal stories, expert interviews, and practical tools that go beyond theory - so you can apply what you learn immediately.
For HR Leaders, Female Leaders & People-First Teams
This is more than an HR leaders podcast—it’s a community for professionals who believe in meaningful work and purposeful leadership. As one of today’s top female leaders podcast hosts, Mindy speaks directly to the challenges and opportunities facing modern workplaces.
If you're ready to reimagine success through connection, culture, and care—you're in the right circle.
The People Success Playbook is designed for leaders and employees who want to foster connection, prioritize well-being, and unlock growth in their workplace, so every employee + the organization can thrive.
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Latest Podcast Episodes
Pay Transparency in the Workplace: How HR Leaders Can Build Trust, Close Wage Gaps, and Stay Compliant
In this episode, I share why pay transparency in the workplace matters, how to build fair compensation guidelines, and what HR leaders can do to close wage gaps and foster trust across their teams.
Beyond the Talk: How Better Conversations Transform Teams and Culture
Discover how capacity-building conversations and emotional intelligence in the workplace can transform your team culture. In this episode, I talk with coach Carissa Gay about trust, leadership, and the power of meaningful dialogue.
Outplacement Services Explained: A Guide for HR Leaders and Business Owners
Letting someone go is never easy. In this episode, I share what every employer should know about outplacement services—and how they can help employees land on their feet while protecting your brand.
Community Building Strategies for Teams & Customers: Insights from Becky Davidson
Struggling to spark real connection with your team or customers? In this episode of The People Success Circle, I talk with Becky Davidson about smart, actionable community building strategies that drive engagement and create lasting impact.
Why Fractional Leadership Is the Future of Executive Work
In this episode of The People Success Circle, I sit down with Dr. Kristine Sickels to explore how fractional leadership is reshaping executive roles—and why it might be the flexible, high-impact solution your business needs.
Why Effective One-on-One Meetings Are the Key to Employee Engagement
In this episode, I share why effective one-on-one meetings are the key to improving communication, engagement, and performance—and how to make them a consistent, powerful leadership habit.
Change Management in the Workplace: A Practical Framework for HR Leaders and Business Executives
In this episode of The People Success Circle, I talk with Katherine Robinette about practical strategies for effective change management in the workplace, including her 5-step TABLE framework and how to build trust during transitions.
Why Supporting Mental Health Is the New Leadership Superpower : a Talk with Nisi Bennett
In this episode of The People Success Circle, I talk with Nisi Bennett about why workplace mental health is a leadership priority—and how HR teams can spot burnout, build trust, and create a culture of true support.