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TOP 1% GLOBAL PODCAST for People-First Leaders Formerly the "improve it! Podcast." #9 in BEST 100 SELF LEADERSHIP PODCASTS. I’m Erin Diehl, keynote speaker, business improv edutainer, and founder of improve it! (AKA your work bestie). Every Wednesday, Workday Playdate with improve it! helps HR professionals, people leaders, and culture-driven humans bring more laughter, levity, and purpose to thei... more

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In this Workday Playdate, Erin sits down with Lily Zheng to unpack why traditional DEI efforts keep falling flat. Lily and Erin discuss what leaders can do instead to create workplaces that are actually fair, inclusive, and built to last.

If you’ve ... more

In this Workday Playdate, Erin explores what human-first leadership actually looks like in a workplace shaped by AI, uncertainty, and nonstop change.

If you’ve ever wondered how to lead when technology is evolving faster than your team can adapt, th... more

In this Workday Playdate, Erin tackles leadership in the age of AI with talent expert, Steve Cadigan.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Will AI replace leaders?” or felt the pressure to have all the answers in a rapidly changing workplace, this episode is y... more

In this Workday Playdate, Erin tackles one of the most searched topics at work: feeling stuck in your career.

If you’ve ever thought, “Is this it?” or felt trapped between comfort and craving something more, this episode gives you a simple, actionab... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Cadigan
Former LinkedIn Chief HR Officer; advisor on the future of work
LinkedIn (former Chief HR Officer); Cadigan
Episode: 341: Leadership in the AI Era: What Leaders Still Miss with Steve Cadigan
Rich Braden
Founder of People Rocket, strategic innovation consultant
People Rocket
Episode: 339: Innovation Without the Corporate Headache with Rich Braden & Tessa Forshaw
Tessa Forshaw
Cognitive scientist, founding scholar of the Next Level Lab at Harvard
Harvard University
Episode: 339: Innovation Without the Corporate Headache with Rich Braden & Tessa Forshaw
Jane Chen
Bestselling author, leadership coach, speaker, entrepreneur
Embrace Global
Episode: 337: Overachievers, Pause! Process Before You Push
John Rood
AI governance expert; works on AI safety and governance for organizations
Perceptual
Episode: 335: AI Tools: When HR Should Say Yes or Nope
Dr. Moshe Daniel Block
Naturopathic doctor, healer, author, creator of Holistic Counseling
Holistic Counseling
Episode: 333: Is Your Unconscious Making You Sick? Here’s How to Heal with Dr. Moshe
Henna Pryor
A top-rated global success keynote speaker and former leader at a $2 billion executive search firm.
Inc Magazine, LinkedIn Learning
Episode: 331: Stop Dodging Hard Talks with Henna Pryor
Claude Silver
Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX and author of 'Be Yourself at Work'
VaynerX
Episode: 329: The Power of Being Yourself at Work with Claude Silver
Lori Woodley-Langendorff
Author, speaker, expert in social and emotional literacy, and co-founder of the nonprofit All It Takes.
All It Takes
Episode: 327: Emotional Intelligence for the Overwhelmed with Lori Woodley-Langendorff

Host

Erin Diehl
Host of Workday Playdate / Leadership Playground / Improve It! (brand variants seen across episodes)

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 307 ratings
  • A fresh take on workplace performance!

    Erin is a phenomenal interviewer, and each episode offers a practical and unique insight into how we can make our workplaces a place we actually want to be. A great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Henna Pryor
    United States3 months ago
  • Inspiring and Relatable

    Erin and her guests always give great examples of how they’ve failed in very common ways, yet overcame their failures to make the best out of the situation and find success. It’s inspiring, entertaining and relatable in a way that makes you feel that you can use their ideas and inspiration to find success after failure!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Molliemac7
    United States4 months ago
  • Weekly favorite!

    I look forward to Erin’s podcast every week! Her energy is unmatched and every single episode is full of tangible tips for making work, and leadership, more fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Norelise37
    United States4 months ago
  • The best kind of work reset

    I didn’t realize how much I needed this podcast until I hit play. Erin makes work feel human again — funny, thoughtful, and surprisingly practical. I always leave with one idea I can try immediately (and usually at least one moment where I laugh out loud).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TexasFootballCoach
    United States4 months ago
  • Great listen!!

    Amazing podcast!! I recently started a grad program and this podcast has been helping me understand things from a different perspective. Erin is so positive and motivating while simultaneously managing to teach with intention! Keep up the great work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ElyGV
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Well-crafted mix of humor and leadership guidance.
Consistently actionable and engaging for busy professionals.
Energetic host with practical, tangible tips.
Guests bring real-world, applicable insights for leaders.
Positive, inspiring tone with relatable stories.

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#200
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#207
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#186
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341: Leadership in the AI Era: What Leaders Still Miss with Steve Cadigan
Q: What is the core leadership skill that AI cannot imitate?
Empathy remains the irreplaceable leadership skill; machines can process data, but they cannot authentically connect with people at a human level.
341: Leadership in the AI Era: What Leaders Still Miss with Steve Cadigan
Q: How should organizations rethink retention when people are staying shorter terms?
Focus on retaining relationships and growth opportunities rather than keeping people in place; demonstrate ongoing learning, support, and pathways that extend beyond a single employer.
341: Leadership in the AI Era: What Leaders Still Miss with Steve Cadigan
Q: What's one leadership belief you think will be challenged by AI, and why?
AI will not eliminate leadership, but will reveal which leaders truly understand and support their people; success rests on trust, transparency, and human-centric behaviors rather than control.
339: Innovation Without the Corporate Headache with Rich Braden & Tessa Forshaw
Q: What is one tiny action someone can take today to lower friction around innovation?
Lean into experimentation, celebrate risk-taking and failure as learning opportunities, and try a simple yes-and in meetings.
339: Innovation Without the Corporate Headache with Rich Braden & Tessa Forshaw
Q: If you could set an intention for our time together, what one word comes to mind?
Yes and explores the idea of openness and collaboration as the foundation for creative work.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Workday Playdate

What is Workday Playdate about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A people-first leadership show that blends practical workplace strategies with energy, humor, and human-centric framing. Episodes repeatedly explore leadership, psychological safety, emotional intelligence, and culture, often featuring guests who are authors, HR leaders, or wellness experts. The host leans into improv-inspired frameworks and actionable takeaways, making complex topics feel accessible and applicable for managers, teams, and culture builders. A notable strength is the guest roster, which includes prominent HR leaders, authors, and wellness practitioners, delivering a mix of strategic insights and personal stories that listeners can implement at work. This podcast likely resonates with professionals seeking humane, high-energy... more

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2. Rich Braden
3. Tessa Forshaw
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5. John Rood
6. Dr. Moshe Daniel Block
7. Henna Pryor
8. Claude Silver

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