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Relationships at Work - a trust-driven leadership podcast

Russel Lolacher
Leadership
Employee Engagement
Workplace Culture
Employee Experience
Work-Life Balance
Time Management
Workplace Relationships
Communication
Neurobiology
Executive Presence
Job Interviews
Work Culture
Organizational Culture
Leadership Development
Ambition
Leadership Skills
Workplace Stress
Culture Audits
Leadership Guardrails
Professionalism

Relationships at Work - the leadership podcast helping you build workplace connection, improve culture, and avoid blind spots.

A relatable and honest show on leadership, organizational culture and soft skills, focusing on improving employee engagement and company culture to inspire people to apply, stay and thrive. Because no one wants leadership that fosters toxic environments at work, nor shou... more

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Latest Episodes

What actually motivates people at work? 

In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel Lolacher talks with leadership advisor, researcher, and The Motivation Mix co-author James Root about why motivation isn’t one-size-fits-all. James shares how ... more

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We hear it all the time in leadership: “You can’t over-communicate.” But that’s not always true. In this solo episode of Relationships at Work, Russel Lolacher explores how too much communication can feel patronizing, overwhelming, or even damaging t... more

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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel Lolacher talks with Karl Staib, founder of Systematic Leader, about why leadership needs more than good intentions. They explore how better systems shape habits, improve communication, strengthen accou... more

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What if the way we measure leadership is completely off? 

In this solo episode of Relationships at Work, host Russel Lolacher challenges the usual focus on KPIs, deadlines, and delivery—and asks what really matters. Trust, growth, values, and the im... more

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Recent Guests

James Root
Senior partner at Bain; author of The Archetype Effect
Bain & Company
Episode: Why Most Leaders Get Motivation Wrong
Karl Staib
Founder and owner of Systematic Leader; author and host of Systematic Leader podcast
Systematic Leader; Magnetic Systems Method
Episode: Why Great Leadership Needs Better Systems
Alejandra Ramirez
Founder and chief dot connector at Ready Cultures
Ready Cultures / Ready Strategies
Episode: When Internal Communication Breaks Down
David Dilger
Director and co-founder of Edge Legal, employment and safety legal firm
Edge Legal
Episode: You Get the Team You Deserve
Jeff DeGraaff
Advisor to Fortune 500 companies, top speaker on innovation, professor at University of Michigan, founder of Innovatrium
Innovatrium / University of Michigan
Episode: The Creative Power of Constructive Conflict
Johanna Laurent
Speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of Positive Phrases, author of Everything is Perfect
Positive Phrases
Episode: Toxic Positivity vs. Authentic Leadership
Lee Povey
High-performance leadership coach and former Great Britain and USA cycling champion
Episode: Building an Olympic Mindset at Work
Ryan Rigterink
Author, speaker, and leadership consultant
Leaders Ops, Work Gaze
Episode: Tying Motivation to Purpose at Work
Shell Mendelson
ADHD career coach and counselor, author of Unlock Your Career Path, a course for neurodivergent adults and teens
Episode: When Job Fit Fails ADHD at Work

Host

Russell Lolacher
Host of Relationships at Work, leadership and communications expert

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Relationships at Work hosted by Russel Lolacher is a standout podcast for business enthusiasts. Russel's insightful interviews and deep understanding of the topic make each episode educational and engaging. He has a knack for making the topic easily digestible and turning it into actionable advice that listeners can apply to their situations. I highly recommend it - this is time well spent!

    Podchaser
    5
    Aly_Zenrabbit
    2 years ago
  • Danielle

    Great show! Super helpful and easy-to-apply principals for anyone interested in career & leadership development.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    danielle e morgan
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Host!

    Russel is fantastic and absolutely has his finger on the pulse. Such an enjoyable experience to listen AND engage with him.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JenAlyseBuck
    United States2 years ago
  • Insightful and useful content

    Russel has left no stone unturned in his quest to find experts who can help you to learn the best ways to create and maintain healthy, successful, and high performing relationships at work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    poodles and grooodles
    Australia2 years ago
  • We all deserve healthy work environments

    This is such an important topic. We all deserve a healthy work environment. Leadership is challenging and there is so much to learn. Thank you, Russel, for creating this resource and curating these enlightening conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr Sabrina
    United States2 years ago

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Why Most Leaders Get Motivation Wrong
Q: What's a practical first step for a leader listening to this episode?
Be brave and initiate a conversation about motivation with your team, use the quiz as a starting point, and avoid forcing changes too quickly. The goal is to build awareness and begin aligning systems—on recognition, compensation, and development—with the actual motivations of people—one small but meaningful step at a time.
Why Most Leaders Get Motivation Wrong
Q: How should leaders introduce archetypes to their teams without causing resistance?
Start small with a quick, one-minute quiz, then discuss results in a low-pressure setting like a lunch. Don't guess others' archetypes; instead, invite people to share and interpret their own. Use findings to shape team dynamics and leadership approaches, gradually expanding across the organization.
Why Most Leaders Get Motivation Wrong
Q: Can you define motivation for the workplace beyond general definitions?
Motivation in the workplace is a spectrum of archetypes that describe what drives people—beyond money or title—covering how they seek meaning, autonomy, mastery, collaboration, and mission. Understanding these archetypes helps leaders tailor environments, rewards, and development to individual and team needs.
When Internal Communication Breaks Down
Q: What is your best or worst employee experience?
Alejandra recalls a situation where a leader managed up brilliantly but failed to stand by the team during conflicts, highlighting the importance of backing your people and maintaining accountability over appearances.
You Get the Team You Deserve
Q: What is your best or worst employee experience?
David describes a situation where he chose to have a difficult, multi-step conversation with an underperforming employee, prioritizing ongoing dialogue and relationship-building over a single dramatic outcome, which eventually led to a positive, if not traditional, resolution for both parties.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Relationships at Work

What is Relationships at Work about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, trust-forward leadership show focused on improving workplace culture, relationships, and employee engagement. Episodes explore how leaders model behavior, foster psychological safety, and handle tough conversations, often with guests who are researchers, coaches, or practitioners in leadership, organizational culture, and workplace psychology. The show tends to mix strategic guidance with real-world anecdotes about navigating change, building high-trust teams, and aligning values with everyday decisions. A notable strength is the consistent emphasis on human-centered leadership, authentic communication, and practical actions listeners can apply to improve teams and organizations. The format and guest mix make it appealing to mi... more

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Recent guests on Relationships at Work include:

1. James Root
2. Karl Staib
3. Alejandra Ramirez
4. David Dilger
5. Jeff DeGraaff
6. Johanna Laurent
7. Lee Povey
8. Ryan Rigterink

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