Welcome to the very first episode of Your Preshift—the 10-15-minute podcast for leaders who want to show up more human and lead with heart.

In this kickoff episode, host Ryan Bond—Chief People Officer at Thrive Restaurant Group—shares why frontline leaders are the true game-changers in any organization. With nearly 8,000 team members across 185 restaurants, Ryan brings real-world insight into what it really takes to lead people on the frontlines of work.

💥 If you’re leading a shift, managing a team, or just trying to make it through a busy day—this episode is your reminder that what you do matters.

🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why frontline leadership is the most influential role in the business
• How every business result traces back to people—and their leaders
• Why real change starts with human connection, not spreadsheets
• What makes the relationship between a person and their leader the most powerful force in the workplace

This podcast is your space to recharge, refocus, and reconnect with what matters. Insight. Encouragement. Action. All in under five minutes.

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Your Preshift

Showing up human. Leading with heart.