Listen First: How DISC Can Transform the Way You Communicate
Host Ken Blanchard interviews industry experts on how the DISC behavioral assessment transforms communication by fostering understanding and improving workplace connections.
8 Aug 2025
The Power of Belief When You Feel Broken
Wellness coach Ashley Osborne-Grace shares her experiences with depression and identity loss with Ken, discussing how faith and belief helped her rebuild her life and career in this interview.
1 Aug 2025
Gut vs. AI: Making Better Hiring Decisions with Both
Ken explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and human intuition in recruiting, revealing how companies use AI in hiring and how data supports human decisions in this interview.
25 Jul 2025
Do Your Little Bit of Good: When Plans Shift, Purpose Shows Up
Host Ken reflects on the importance of performing small acts of kindness and making a positive impact, even when facing unexpected challenges, emphasizing intention over perfect timing.
18 Jul 2025
Leading Through Loss: How to Show Up When Tragedy Hits
Ken from HR Unplugged shares personal stories and practical guidance on leading with empathy and presence when tragedy impacts employees and communities in this solo episode.
11 Jul 2025
The Change Starts with You
Transformational leader Ari Medrano discusses with Ken the importance of inner healing and intentional authenticity for effective leadership and personal growth in this interview episode.
4 Jul 2025
Transformational Change Where Passion Meets Purpose: Carla’s Journey
Carla Eugenia Treviño discusses her transition from professional ballerina to creating inclusive dance programs for children with disabilities in an interview with Ken, highlighting the power of purpose-driven change.
27 Jun 2025
Change Needs Room to Grow
Ken reflects on the necessity of a supportive environment for lasting change, discussing incremental pivots, team communication, and the importance of purpose in business and life.
20 Jun 2025
Change Is Hard—But Staying the Same Is Harder
Ken discusses the difficulties of change, explains how to overcome resistance, and shares his PCPAM method for achieving lasting transformation in both personal and professional contexts.
13 Jun 2025
Leading Remote with Trust, Not Timecards
Global HR consultant Andrea Hrusovska discusses leading remote teams with trust and flexible KPIs in an interview with Ken, emphasizing results over hours for future work.
6 Jun 2025
Ideal Team Players: What to Do When They’re Not Quite There (Yet)
Ken, host of HR Unplugged, explores how to coach and redirect team members who are not quite ideal, providing guidance on addressing specific behavioral challenges in the workplace.
30 May 2025
Hungry to Lead: Grit, Growth with Dr. Jason Lovaas and Paulette Otto
Dr. Jason Lovaas and Paulette Otto explore the qualities of a hungry leader, emphasizing grit, purpose, and supporting team growth in this interview with Ken, offering insights into motivation and avoiding burnout.
23 May 2025
Behind the Numbers: How Humility & Strategy Fight Financial Crime
Global risk expert Polina Anastassieva discusses with Ken how humility and strategy combat financial crime, emphasizing emotional intelligence and building high-trust teams in this interview.
16 May 2025
Stories That Change: Five Weeks of Real Talk
🎙️ HR Unplugged Real Talk with Ken & Co. – EP06 “Stories That Change: Five Weeks of Real Talk” 🌟📖
In this special solo episode, Ken takes a step back to recap the incredible journeys we’ve shared these past five weeks—and to unveil what’s coming up on HR Unplugged Real Talk! From Gabriela’s Girl Power in STEM to Eduardo’s data‑driven culture hacks, Carla’s mission‑driven ballet outreach, Kenny’s Champion Mindset, and Colby’s cyber academy—you’ve heard the stories that fuel real change. 🚀
What you’ll hear in this episode:
🔍 Key lessons on purpose, grit, and mindset from our first five guests
🌪️ How to stay steady when life throws curveballs
🔮 A teaser of upcoming deep dives into resilience, change, and human‑centered leadership
If you’ve loved the real‑talk vibes so far, make sure you like, comment, and hit the bell 🔔—you won’t want to miss what’s next! And if you’re new here, welcome: subscribe for weekly doses of authentic stories, practical insights, and unfiltered HR wisdom.
#HRUnplugged #RealTalkWithKen #Storytelling #Leadership #MindsetMatters #Resilience #ChangeManagement #HumanResources
9 May 2025
Hack the process: From College Student to Cybersecurity Trailblazer
🔥 New Episode of HR Unplugged Real Talk with Ken & Co. is here! 🔥
This week, we’re joined by Colby Coppinger — senior at Texas A&M, GIS major turned cybersecurity trailblazer, founder of the Aggie Cisco Academy & Texas Cyber Range, and mentor to hundreds of students 🔒🎓⚡
In this episode, Colby and Ken discuss how at 19 he seized the chance to launch A&M’s first Cisco certification program, embrace the “full responsibility, full results” leadership philosophy, prioritize process over outcome as the real game-changer, and share practical tips for holding your team (and yourself) accountable with integrity. 🎯 “The process needs to be weighed more heavily than the outcome or the goal.”
👇 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Real Talk every week. And remember… it’s all about the process!
#Cybersecurity #StudentLeadership #ProcessOverOutcome #Accountability #HRUnplugged #TexasAM #RealTalkWithKen #CollegeInnovator #LeadershipLessons
2 May 2025
Leader mindset: Mastering your inner game.
🔥 New Episode of HR Unplugged Real Talk with Ken & Co. is here! 🔥
This week, we’re diving into The Champion Mindset with none other than Kenny Randle — world-class sprinter, former NFL player, corporate leader, minister, and inspirational speaker 🏈💼⚡
Kenny joins Ken to talk about resilience, leadership, and the power of mastering your inner game. Whether you're leading a team, a business, or your own life, Kenny’s insights on mindset and attitude will give you the fuel to push through adversity and keep your eyes on the win. 🧠💪
🎯 "A mindset isn’t just a moment — it’s a place you dwell."
🚨 Don’t miss this conversation on navigating storms, building winning teams, and staying true to your purpose — even when things get tough.
📚 Grab Kenny's book The Champion Mindset: Mastering Your Inner Game on Amazon now!
👇 Like, comment, and subscribe to catch more real stories and real talk every week. And remember… storms don’t last forever 🌤️
#ChampionMindset #LeadershipMatters #HRUnplugged #KennyRandle #WinningAttitude #InnerGame #RealTalkWithKen #MotivationMonday #FromTheFieldToTheBoardroom
25 Apr 2025
Helping people heal through dancing - Carla Eugenia School of Dancing.
💫 NEW EPISODE! Welcome back to HR Unplugged: Real Talk with Ken & Co. 🎙️
In this powerful chapter, we sit down with the incredible Carla Eugenia (@carlaeugenia1 on IG) — a former professional ballet dancer from Monterrey, Mexico 🇲🇽 who’s transforming her passion into purpose.
🩰 From dancing through blisters to training in Cuba at just 14, Carla’s story is one of grit, sacrifice, and heart. Now, she’s channeling all that strength into CRECE — a beautiful initiative using art and alternative therapies to support children with disabilities. 💖👧🏽👦🏼✨
Her message? "Passion rules the game." 🔥 And she’s living proof.
📣 Want to help Carla grow her movement? Follow her on IG @carlaeugenia1 (https://instagram.com/carlaeugenia1), share this episode, or reach out to support her dream of building an inclusive, accessible platform for kids everywhere.
📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 so you never miss a Real Talk moment.
#BalletWithPurpose #InclusiveArts #CRECE #HRUnplugged #CarlaEugenia #DisabilityAwareness #PassionProject #RealTalkWithKen #ArtsForAll #DEI
18 Apr 2025
"Improving Culture Through Analytics - Taylor Consulting Group.
Welcome back to HR Unplugged: Real Talk with Ken & Co. 🎙️
In this chapter, we’re diving into "Improving Culture Through Analytics" with our special guest Eduardo Taylor 🧠✨
Together, we explore how data can be a powerful ally in shaping a stronger workplace culture — and why speaking the same language (yes, both literally and in terms of Business jargon!) is crucial when aligning teams and strategies. 💬🤝📈
Whether you're an HR pro, Business leader, or just curious about how analytics and culture connect, this one's packed with insights you won’t want to miss!
👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 subscribe to keep the real talk flowing.
#WorkCulture #HRAnalytics #HRUnplugged #RealTalk #DataDrivenHR #TeamAlignment #CultureMatters #DEI #systems #changemanagement #culture #culturetransformation #Texas #Recruiting #nuevoleon (https://iqhashtags.com/hashtags/hashtag/nuevoleon) #podcaster (https://iqhashtags.com/hashtags/hashtag/podcaster)
11 Apr 2025
Girl Power Through STEAM - Latinitas ORG
🎉 Welcome to the FIRST episode of EGRAB HR Unplugged: Real Talk with Ken & Co.! 🎉
We're kicking things off with a powerful conversation in “Girl Power Through STEAM” 💪👩💻🌟
In this episode, we’re joined by the inspiring Gabriela Kane Guardia, who’s here to share the amazing work being done by Latinitas — an organization dedicated to empowering young girls through STEM and STEAM education in their community. 🚀🧠💡
👧🏽✨ If you believe in building up the next generation of changemakers, this episode is for you.
👉 Support the cause or make a donation at: https://latinitasonline.org/ (https://latinitasonline.org/)
💥 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 so you never miss a real talk with Ken & Co. — where we go unplugged and unfiltered on the topics that matter.
#GirlPower #STEAM #Latinitas #WomenInTech #EGRABHRUnplugged #RealTalk #STEM
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