Wes Adams and Tamara Myles, authors of Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee, reveal how leaders can foster engagement, purpose, and fulfillment in the workplace. They introduce the three Cs—Community, Contribution, and Challenge—as key drivers of workplace meaning and share practical strategies for leaders to create an environment where employees feel valued, connected, and inspired. From onboarding to feedback, they explore the small but powerful moments that make work meaningful.

David Graff, leadership consultant, military veteran, and author of Four Lenses Parenting, shares practical insights on how understanding temperament can transform the way we parent and lead. He breaks down the four personality types—Blue, Gold, Green, and Orange— and explains how they shape our parenting approach, impact our children, and influence family dynamics. Whether you're raising toddlers or teenagers, this conversation provides powerful tools for becoming a more self-aware and effective parent.

Olivia Gambelin, AI ethicist and author of Responsible AI: Implement an Ethical Approach in Your Organization, shares how businesses can integrate AI responsibly, ethically, and effectively. She explains why AI is not just a technical challenge but a human story, how companies can define values that align AI with their mission, and the biggest pitfalls organizations face in AI adoption. Whether your company is just starting its AI journey or scaling its strategy, Olivia provides a practical framework to ensure AI enhances both business success and ethical responsibility.

Jennifer Cohen, entrepreneur, podcast host, and bestselling author of Bigger, Better, Bolder: Live the Life You Want, Not the Life You Get, shares how boldness is a learnable skill that can transform your success. She explains why too many people settle for what’s available instead of chasing what they truly want—and how to change that. Whether you struggle with confidence or just need a push to go after your goals, this conversation will inspire you to think bigger, act bolder, and create the life you deserve.

Melinda French Gates, philanthropist, investor, and advocate for women's empowerment, shares insights from her new book, The Next Day: Transitions, Change, and Moving Forward. She reflects on the lessons learned from parenting, leadership, and navigating personal and professional change, including her experiences with divorce, finding her inner voice, and redefining her mission.

Mel Robbins shares insights from her latest book, The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions Can’t Stop Talking About. She explains how this simple yet powerful mindset shift can help you release control, stop worrying about others’ opinions, and refocus on what truly matters. Mel dives into how letting go of expectations and embracing personal responsibility can transform your relationships, career, and confidence.

Garry Ridge, former CEO and Chairman Emeritus of WD-40, shares insights from his new book, Any Dumb Ass Can Do It: Learning Moments from an Everyday CEO of a Multi-Billion Dollar Company. He reflects on his 25-year journey leading WD-40, the lessons learned from failure, resilience, and culture-building, and why psychological safety and coaching—not managing—create thriving organizations.

Dr. Beth Kaplan joins On Leadership to explore the power of belonging in the workplace and how it impacts engagement, retention, and overall well-being. She shares insights from her new book, Braving the Workplace, discussing the difference between fitting in and true belonging, the cost of workplace-inflicted trauma, and practical ways leaders can create a culture where employees feel valued and supported.

Neuroscientist and author Anne-Laure Le Cunff shares how small, intentional experiments can help us embrace uncertainty, foster adaptability, and redefine success. Drawing from her book, Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World, she challenges the conventional pursuit of purpose and highlights the power of curiosity, flexibility, and social flow in leadership and life. Get ready to challenge conventional wisdom and take a fresh, experimental approach to personal and professional growth.

A leader's energy, presence, and impact on those around them matters. That’s the key takeaway offered by Kristin Mackey, who joins On Leadership to discuss her book Frequency Matters®: Be a Contributor, Not an Employee! Kristin emphasizes how a leader's frequency can profoundly influence the engagement and culture of their team, making self-awareness and solicitation of honest feedback crucial to bridge the gap.