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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The People Success Playbook
Latest Podcast Episodes
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.
Empower Your Workforce: Resilience Strategies for Leaders and Teams with Karen Colonna
In this inspiring episode of People Success Circle, I chat with founder of Shine Forward, Karen Colonna about building resilience in the workplace—not just as a personal trait, but as a vital ingredient for thriving teams and businesses.
Karen opens up about her deep journey from personal loss to launching her resilience roadmap, sharing how every hardship can be the catalyst for growth and connection
When Teams Click: Real Talk on Building True Team Chemistry with Dr. Carol Wheeler
In this episode, I explore what true team chemistry looks like with Dr. Carol Wheeler—from leading with your strengths to handling conflict and boosting employee engagement. Listen in for practical tips you can use with your team today.