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Culture Secrets
by Chellie Phillips
Culture is more than a mission statement — it’s the everyday experience people have inside your organization. Join international best-selling author, speaker, and workplace culture expert Chellie Phillips on the Culture Secrets Podcast as she shares practical strategies, real-world stories, and honest conversations about building people-centered workplaces. Each episode is designed to help leaders improve communication, strengthen trust, increase engagement, and create cultures where both employees and organizations thrive. You’ll also find 5 for 55 mini-pods — quick, 5-minute episodes designed to give you practical leadership and culture takeaways in less time than it takes to finish your coffee. If you want to lead with more clarity, connection, and purpose, you’re in the right place.
Episodes
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Stop Outsourcing Your Point of View
AI can help you write faster, organize ideas, polish your message and create more with less time. But there is one thing it should never replace: Your point of view. In this solo episode of Culture Secrets, Chellie Phillips explores the growing tension between AI-assisted content and…
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Five Things I Won’t Outsource to AI
AI can help us work faster, organize better and do more with the time we have. But there are some things Chellie Phillips believes we should never hand over. In this episode of 5 for 55, Chellie shares the five things she won’t outsource to AI: Judgment Point of view Relationships Stories...
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AI May Be the Tool. Trust Is the Transformation/ Why successful AI adoption is really a leadership and culture challenge
AI is changing how we work—but successful AI adoption may have less to do with the technology than we think. In this solo episode of Culture Secrets, Chellie Phillips explores why AI is ultimately a leadership and culture challenge. She shares how she uses AI as an everyday tool to research,...
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From Top Performer to Trusted Leader - Tess Fyalka
In this episode, Chellie Phillips welcomes Tess Fyalka to the Culture Secrets Podcast for a conversation about what happens when high-performing employees step into leadership roles and discover that leading people requires a very different set of skills. Tess is the founder of Angle Coaching and...
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5 for 55: The New Coke Lesson: 5 Leadership Lessons from a Famous Marketing Failure
5 for 55 is the weekly micro-podcast where Chellie Phillips shares one story, one leadership lesson, and one small shift you can apply immediately—in five minutes or less. What happens when one of the world's most recognizable brands gets it wrong? In 1985, Coca-Cola replaced its iconic formula...
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Your Leadership Brand Is a Culture Signal with Christine Blosdale
Your leadership brand isn’t just what you say about yourself. It’s what people believe about you based on what they experience. In this episode of Culture Secrets, Chellie Phillips sits down with Christine Blosdale, The Expert Authority Coach, to explore how leadership brand, visibility,...
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How You Show Up Matters: The Leadership Brand People Never Forget
People won't remember every meeting you led. They won't remember every email you sent. But they'll remember how you made them feel. In this episode of 5 for 55, Chellie Phillips shares a simple leadership lesson inspired by a quote that stopped her scrolling—and a personal story about the first...
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From Chaos to Clarity: How Leaders Turn Culture Around
What happens when a business, team, or leader reaches the point where things feel stuck, strained, or maybe even a little broken? In this episode of the Culture Secrets Podcast, Chellie Phillips talks with Josh Post, an operations executive, business owner, fractional COO, and business turnaround...
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What AI Can’t Replace: Leadership Brand, Human Voice & Trust with Mike Kim
What does your leadership brand say about you when you’re not in the room? In this episode of Culture Secrets, Chellie Phillips sits down with business strategist, speaker, author, and personal branding expert Mike Kim for a practical and deeply human conversation about reputation, trust,...
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5 Ways to Build Trust Before People Have to Ask: Why people don't expect perfection—but they do expect communication.
A few months ago, I met a friend for dinner and experienced something surprisingly frustrating. We weren't upset because the food was slow. We were frustrated because no one seemed to know we were there. That experience sparked a bigger leadership lesson. Whether you're leading a team, serving...
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5 Ways to Turn Ordinary Into Memorable - What a colorful alley in Chattanooga taught me about leadership, culture, and seeing possibilities.
I wasn't looking for Umbrella Alley. In fact, I didn't even know it existed. While on a haunted history tour in Chattanooga, I stumbled across a vibrant alley filled with colorful umbrellas suspended overhead. What had once been an ordinary, overlooked space had been transformed into something...
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Trust Isn't Given Anymore. It's Proven.
This week on Culture Secrets, Chellie Phillips takes a step away from guest interviews for a personal reflection inspired by two very different experiences: a panel of journalists-turned-authors at LitFest and a headline-making news story that sparked a national conversation about trust. Drawing…
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5 for 55 - Five Leadership Habits That Actually Move Teams Forward
Leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about habits. In this episode of Five at 55, Chellie Phillips shares five leadership habits that consistently move teams forward: communicating clearly, practicing accountability, truly listening, trusting your people, and doing what you say you’ll do. These...
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Building a Vibrant Culture: Leadership, Energy, and Unlocking Potential with Nicole Greer
What does it really take to create a workplace where people feel energized, valued, and motivated to do their best work? In this episode of The Culture Secrets Podcast, Chellie Phillips sits down with leadership coach and culture strategist Nicole Greer, founder of Vibrant Culture, to explore…
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5 for 55 - The Leadership Mistake I Learned the Hard Way
One of the most common leadership mistakes starts with good intentions. In this episode of Five at 55, Chellie Phillips reflects on a lesson she learned early in her leadership journey—trying to be friends with everyone on the team. While caring about your people and building connection is...
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5 for 55 - Five Lessons I’d Tell My Younger Self
If you could sit down with your younger self, what would you say? In this episode of Five at 55, Chellie Phillips reflects on the early years of her career—when she was working hard to prove she belonged but hadn’t yet learned to trust herself. Through five honest lessons about self-worth,...
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5 for 55 - Spaghetti Leadership
A simple lunch order turned into an unforgettable leadership lesson. In this episode of Five at 55, Chellie Phillips shares a surprising restaurant experience involving cinnamon… in the spaghetti. What started as an unexpected twist on a classic dish became a powerful reminder about…
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5 for 55 - Five Truths I Trust at 55
At 55, clarity hits differently. In this episode of Five at 55, Chellie Phillips shares five truths she trusts—not because they sound inspiring, but because experience has proven them true. From self-worth and courage to conversations and choosing how to spend your time, these reflections are...
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The Moment I Realized I Actually Liked Myself
Sometimes confidence doesn’t arrive all at once—it sneaks in through small, hard decisions. In this episode, Chellie shares how training for a half marathon became an unexpected turning point—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. It opened the door to trusting herself, sharing...
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5 for 55: Delete the Label — What The Breakfast Club Still Teaches Us About Leadership
This week marks the anniversary of the premiere of The Breakfast Club — and it still holds one of the most powerful leadership lessons we often overlook. In this episode of 5 for 55, Chellie explores what happens when leaders stop sharing only their wins and start sharing the full story —…
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Five at 55: What This Is (and What It’s Not)
Turning 55 isn’t a slowdown—it’s a launch point. In this kickoff episode of Five at 55, Chellie Phillips introduces a year-long series of short, real-world reflections built around lessons learned through leadership, growth, missteps, and reinvention. This isn’t polished theory or highlight-reel...
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EPISODE 25: Designing a Cooperative Culture: Servant Leadership, Hiring for Fit, and What Co-ops Get Right with Adam Schwartz
What if you could intentionally design the culture you want—not just hope it takes shape on its own? This week on The Culture Secrets Podcast, Chellie sits down with Adam Schwartz, founder of The Cooperative Way and one of the nation’s leading voices on cooperative leadership and workplace…
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Culture Starts with Leadership—but Lives with the People: A Conversation with Yamaha's Bob Brown
What does a strong workplace culture actually look like in action—not on paper, but in real life? In this episode of Culture Secrets, Chellie Phillips sits down with Bob Brown of Yamaha Motor Manufacturing to explore how culture is built, sustained, and strengthened inside a large, growing...
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Episode 23: The Culture Compass: How Panasonic Built a People-First Model That Transformed Everything
What really changes a workplace culture—and what’s just surface-level noise? In this powerful conversation, Chellie Phillips sits down with Stephen Childs, Chief HR Officer at Panasonic, to uncover the real strategies that transformed Panasonic from a single-location operation into a...
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Episode 21: The Recharge Ripple Effect: Leading by Example Without Burning Out
Leaders set the tone—whether they realize it or not. In this episode of Culture Secrets, Chellie Phillips explores the hidden leadership power of rest and renewal. When leaders are constantly overworked, overstretched, and overwhelmed, it sends a powerful message to their teams: burnout is the...
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Leading with V.A.L.U.E.: How Harry Hynekamp Builds World-Class Culture from the Inside Out
What does it take to create a workplace where people feel seen, heard, and truly valued — not just as employees, but as human beings? In this episode, we sit down with Harry Hynekamp, former Vice President of Guest Experience at AMB Sports & Entertainment, part of the Arthur M. Blank Family of...
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Episode 20: Beyond DEI: Building Cultures that V.A.L.U.E. Everyone
DEI is facing growing scrutiny—and not just in boardrooms or courtrooms. Many companies are realizing that traditional diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives often fall short of creating real culture change. In this episode of Culture Secrets, host Chellie Phillips introduces a bold...
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Episode 19: Leading with Heart and Soul: Unlocking EQ and SQ with Amy Lynn Durham
Welcome to Season 2 of Culture Secrets! We’re kicking things off with a conversation that goes beyond strategy and into the soul of leadership. In this episode, Chellie Phillips sits down with Amy Lynn Durham—founder of Create Magic At Work and a trailblazer in workplace emotional and spiritual...
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Episode 18:A is For Accountability
Welcome to another empowering episode of the Culture Secret podcast! In this thought-provoking edition, we dive deep into the heart of workplace culture, shining a spotlight on a fundamental aspect that holds the key to success: accountability. Join me as we uncover the transformative power of...
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Episode 17: Commander in Chief or CEO, Your Title Doesn't Make You A Leader
Valuing you employees and demonstrating leadership are two key components to building a strong people centered culture in the workplace. There’s been a lot of talk about how not to treat your employees thanks to reports detailing President Biden's fits of anger and profanity laced tirades after...
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Episode 16: 7 Reasons Why Allowing Employees Independence at Work is a Culture Builder
In this episode of the Culture Secrets Podcast, host Chellie Phillips explores the connection between independence and workplace culture. She highlights the importance of allowing employees to have independence and decision-making abilities, as it demonstrates trust and values their uniqueness....
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Episode 15: Jennifer McClure - Talent and Culture in the workplace
Joining me on this episode of the Culture Secrets podcast is Jennifer McClure. She has experience in various HR roles, including leadership and executive positions. She also spent about four years in executive search. Since 2010, she has had her own business as a professional speaker, focusing on...
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Episode 14 - The Role of Internal Communications in Culture Building
Join host Chellie Phillips in this episode of Culture Secrets as she explores the pivotal role of internal communications in fostering a thriving workplace culture. Discover the significance of transparent leadership, psychological safety, employee engagement, and effective collaboration. Gain...
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Episode 13 - How King of Pops CEO Steven Carse Builds Culture - An entrepreneurial perspective
Are you an entrepreneur or business owner looking to craft a culture for your employees? In this episode of the Culture Secrets Podcast, I chat with Steven Carse about how to turn your vision into a meaningful culture that doesn't get lost in the hustle. We discuss elements such as creating...
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Episode 12: Jana Adams with Touchstone Energy
On this episode, I talk culture with Jana Adams. She's the executive director of Touchstone Energy. She says culture is at the top of mind of today's cooperative CEOs. I've worked in the co-op world for over 25 years and happen to believe that co-ops are uniquely positioned to create great…
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Episode 11: Mark Allred - Attracting the right employees
In this episode, you'll meet Mark Allred. He's the Director of Talent Development and Growth for Reveal Global Intelligence and oversees all aspects of the Reveal Talent Community which provides coaching and career support for professionals. He's also the host of the Career PROgression Podcast...
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Episode 10 - Richard Sheridan from Menlo Innovations on Culture
Welcome to the latest episode of my podcast, where we dive deep into the nitty-gritty of workplace culture with the one and only Richard Sheridan! He's the co-founder and CEO of Menlo Innovations, a software company that's famous for its unique and quirky approach to work culture. If you've ever...
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Episode 9 - Garry Ridge and the WD-40 Company Culture
I'm excited to introduce you to Garry Ridge. Garry has 25 years of experience as the Chairman and CEO of WD 40 company. Garry's philosophy on company culture is based on Aristotle's quote, pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work. turning that into action. He believes that all leaders can...
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Episode 8 - Tom Keesling - Let's talk culture
Tom Keesling is the Chief Marketing Officer for CUE Streaming and the international president of CUE International. CUE stands for communication unites everyone. I love that! Many of you know my background is in journalism and PR, so communication is a big deal to me. It's also an important…
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Episode 7 - Gallup got it wrong
Gallup is the go to for research, especially when it comes to all things workplace. However, I think they got their latest message wrong. At least partly. I do agree that culture is one of the biggest leadership issue of our time. I don't believe that the workplace as we know it is dead. I think...
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Episode 6 - featuring Daniel Lawrence co-founder of Bots For That
In this episode, I’m excited to introduce you to Daniel Lawrence. He and his business partner, Christian, created a tech company called Bots For That and are located in London, England. When I began writing the Culture Secrets book, (join the waitlist for the book at...
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Episode 5 - How Culture Can Stop Quiet Quitting and The Great Resignation
Quiet quitting and the Great Resignation are taking their toll on the workplace. Learn how a people-centered culture can help you stop both and create a workplace where employees and the company thrive. Join the waitlist for the Culture Secret book at https://www.chelliephillips.com/waitlist…
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Episode 4: Core Values Impact Culture
Defining your company core values is one of the critical steps in building a successful workplace culture. This episodes walks leaders through a process to identify these values and help build employee support around them. For more information on building a successful V.A.L.U.E. Culture in the...
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Episode 3: Gratitude Builds Culture
In this episode of Culture Secrets, we're talking about the importance gratitude place in building strong workplace culture. When employees feel valued and appreciated, they are more engaged, motivated and committed to their work. Gratitude is a powerful tool that can be used to create a positive...
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What is a workplace culture built around the V.A.L.U.E. Culture Formula?
This episode is all about building strong people centered workplace cultures based around what I call the V.A.L.U.E Culture formula. And today, let's look more deeply at how workplace culture is perceived and what makes a value culture special. Culture is the fuel that gets things done at work....
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Culture Secrets - Episode 1
Introductory episode of Culture Secrets. Learn about the V.A.L.U.E. Culture formula and learn how workplace culture is the key to a successful business. In this episode, learn about your host, Chellie Phillips, author of the book by the same name - Culture Secrets. Thanks for listening. Grab the...
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Culture is more than a mission statement — it’s the everyday experience people have inside your organization.
Join international best-selling author, speaker, and workplace culture expert Chellie Phillips on the Culture Secrets Podcast as she shares practical strategies, real-world stories, and honest conversations about building people-centered workplaces. Each episode is designed to help leaders improve communication, strengthen trust, increase engagement, and create cultures where both employees and organizations thrive.
You’ll also find 5 for 55 mini-pods — quick, 5-minute episodes designed to give you practical leadership and culture takeaways in less time than it takes to finish your coffee.
If you want to lead with more clarity, connection, and purpose, you’re in the right place.
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