The Heart of People Leadership with Katie Pfingsten

Send us Fan MailWhat does it really mean to lead people well?In this episode of the HEART Leadership Podcast, Sara Valentine sits down with Katie Pfingsten, Vice President of People & Culture and Executive Director of the IAAPA Foundation, to talk about the kind of leadership that truly builds strong teams and cultures.As two HR leaders, Sara and Katie explore the human side of leadership—what it looks like to lead with authenticity, humility, and appreciation for the people around you.In this conversation, they discuss:• Why listening is one of the most powerful leadership skills• How authenticity builds trust within teams• The importance of acknowledging contributions and saying thank you• What it means to lead in the people profession• How HR leaders can shape culture in meaningful waysKatie shares thoughtful insights from her leadership journey and reminds us that leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room—it’s about creating space for others to be heard and valued.For anyone leading a team—or aspiring to lead one—this episode is a reminder that great leadership often begins with something simple: listening first.Reach out to Katie via her LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-pfingsten-60448111a/A HEARTfelt thank you for listening!