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People First! with Morag Barrett

Morag Barrett
Leadership
Emotional Intelligence
Burnout
Relationships At Work
Contagious Culture Conference
Relationships
Flawless Leadership
Inclusion
Trust At a Distance
Workplace Culture
Employee Wellbeing
Psychological Safety
Belonging
Leadership Development
Values
Inclusive Leadership
Connection
Live Your Opus
The Delegation Trap
Artificial Intelligence

People First! with Morag Barrett explores the human side of leadership: workplace relationships, leadership trust, Meaning-FULL Connectivity™, and the Ally Mindset™ practices that drive real results in business and life. In each episode, keynote speaker, executive coach, USA Today bestselling author, and Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches member Morag Barrett sits down with authors, business leaders, ... more

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We talk about performance, productivity, and potential. But what if we’re misunderstanding how some of our best people actually work?

In this episode of People First!, Morag sits down with Sandra Crespo to explore how ADHD and neurodiversity show up... more

When Leaders Become the Bottleneck.

Why Letting Go Is the Hardest and Most Important Leadership Skill.

Most leaders I work with aren’t trying to control everything. But somewhere along the way they become the person every decision, every problem, a... more

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Intentions don’t matter.

At least not as much as most leaders think.

In this week’s episode of People First, I sat down with Trevor Blondeel, founder of Manufacturing Greatness, and we unpacked a moment many leaders quietly recognize.

Trevor was r... more

Culture doesn’t grow from strategy decks or value statements. It spreads.

In this episode of People First!, I sat down with Kyle S. King and Daniel Freeman, the organizers behind the Contagious Culture Conference—where I’ll also be speaking this yea... more

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Atiba de Souza
Author, entrepreneur, relationship mentor
Author of The Delegation Trap
Episode: When Leaders Become The Bottleneck with Atiba de Souza
Trevor Blondeel
Founder of Manufacturing Greatness, leadership development for manufacturing industries
Manufacturing Greatness
Episode: Your Intentions Don't Matter with Trevor Blondeel
Kyle King
Conference co-founder of Contagious Culture Conference
Contagious Culture Conference
Episode: Why Strong Workplace Relationships Create Contagious Culture with Kyle S. King and Daniel Freeman
Daniel Freeman
Conference co-founder of Contagious Culture Conference
Contagious Culture Conference
Episode: Why Strong Workplace Relationships Create Contagious Culture with Kyle S. King and Daniel Freeman
Kristin Stapleton
Executive coach, Amplify 3X
Amplify 3X
Episode: CARE: The Leadership Multiplier with Kristin Stapleton
Christian Boo Boucousis
Former fighter pilot, CEO of Afterburner, author of The Afterburner Advantage
Afterburner
Episode: High-Performance is Designed, Not Hoped For with Christian "Boo" Boucousis
Bill Flynn
Guest, author and leadership expert
Catalyst Growth Advisors
Episode: Being A Hero is Holding You Back with Bill Flynn
Vered Kogan
Author, speaker and transformational coach
Independent/Momentum Institute
Episode: When Pushing Harder Keeps You Stuck with Vered Kogan
Riza Kadilar
Leadership thinker, global executive, author
The Contemporary Leader (book) / Wiley (publisher)
Episode: When Inclusion Isn't Easy with Dr. Riza Kadilar

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Morag Barrett
Host of the show with a focus on human-centered leadership and relationships.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    Loved the conversation and an excellent host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kyle S. King
    United States5 months ago
  • Great podcast on people

    Love the conversational style and the guests. It’s a great lesson for anyone looking how to manage better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loonmtn19
    United Statesa year ago
  • A thoughtful and inspiring listen

    It was a real pleasure to be a guest on People First!—and I’ve become a fan of the show as a listener, too. Morag has a gift for making conversations feel warm, real, and full of insight. Each episode is a reminder that strong relationships are at the heart of great leadership. Easy to listen to, and even easier to learn from. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jacquelyn L.
    Canadaa year ago
  • 🌟 Kicking Off 2025 with People, Purpose, and Real Talk! 🌟

    What an energizing way to start the year—joining the brilliant Morag Barrett on the People First! Podcast for a conversation that hit all the right notes. Beyond being a guest, I love listening to this podcast.

    Morag creates the kind of space where conversations go beyond surface-level and into meaningful, actionable insights. I left feeling more grounded, fired up, and reminded of the why behind the work.

    If you're looking for inspiration to lead with heart and strategy, this podcast is a must... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MHon1423
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great guest list

    Informative guests every time and Morag is a brilliantly engaging coach and podcast host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Malvern789
    United Kingdoma year ago

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The show is praised for high-quality guests and meaningful leadership discussions.
Episodes are accessible and deeply human, making complex topics easier to implement.
Guests consistently praise the thoughtful, safe conversation space.
Listeners value the warm, human approach and actionable coaching insights.
The host extracts practical takeaways that listeners can apply immediately.

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When Leaders Become The Bottleneck with Atiba de Souza
Q: What is the one message you want leaders to take away from this conversation?
Leaders should focus on asking better questions, not just giving answers, to unlock ownership and enable teams to think critically and act with initiative.
When Leaders Become The Bottleneck with Atiba de Souza
Q: Why did you write The Delegation Trap?
The book grew out of painful, real-world experiences and mistakes in delegation; it presents a practical framework (including the four-question case method) to empower others to delegate effectively and lead with vision.
Manage Yourself to Lead Others: Why Self-Awareness is the Foundation of Great Leadership with Margaret C. Andrews
Q: What role have relationships played in your success?
Relationships are the foundation of business and trust is central; building trust happens through consistent, credible behavior and doing what you say you will do, which over time creates strong partnerships.
Start With Who, Not Why: Why Knowing Yourself First is The Secret to Integrity and Authentic Leadership with Preston Poore
Q: How do you see AI fitting into leadership development for younger leaders?
AI should be used to augment thinking and communication, not replace it; leaders should use AI to enable more efficient expression while actively cultivating critical, strategic thinking themselves.
Start With Who, Not Why: Why Knowing Yourself First is The Secret to Integrity and Authentic Leadership with Preston Poore
Q: Talk to me about the how, what, who of your book and why you chose to start with who.
The book argues leadership is an inside-out job; starting with who you are—your identity, values, and character—builds a stronger foundation for achieving meaningful results than beginning with how or what.

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What is People First! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers leadership around people, relationships, and culture, exploring how trust, connection, and human-centered practices drive performance. Episodes pair seasoned coaches and executives with authors and practitioners to unpack frameworks for inclusive leadership, psychological safety, wellbeing, and resilient teams, often translating theory into concrete tactics for remote or hybrid workplaces. A recurring strength is the host's warm, thoughtful interviewing style that surfaces practical tools—ranging from CARE and other leadership models to calendar-driven relationship management—making it especially valuable for leaders, HR professionals, and coaches seeking real-world applicability and a people-first approach.

A notable edg... more

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Recent guests on People First! include:

1. Atiba de Souza
2. Trevor Blondeel
3. Kyle King
4. Daniel Freeman
5. Kristin Stapleton
6. Christian Boo Boucousis
7. Bill Flynn
8. Vered Kogan

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