In this powerful episode, Mitesh Kapadia shares his journey from Wall Street to wellness, offering a fresh perspective on being present in both leadership and life. He explains how shifting from constant striving to learning how to be in the present can lead to deeper fulfillment, stronger connections, and even greater productivity. Through real stories and practical insights, Mitesh shows what it means to be present in the workplace and how leaders can inspire others simply by choosing to be in the present themselves.
Leadership coach Russell Harvey, known as The Resilience Coach, joins host Rich to explore how teams can thrive in a VUCA world, which stands for Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous. With over 20 years of experience, Russell shares actionable insights on building resilience through purpose, confidence, and adaptability. Discover how leaders can foster well-being, strengthen support systems, and inspire growth by helping teams spring forward and succeed amid uncertainty.
Krystle Starr, a performer and two-time LEGO Masters champion, shares powerful real-life examples of teamwork that highlight the profound teamwork impact on achieving success. Through creative play—such as LEGO therapy and her new game Cardio Quest—she demonstrates how fun and innovative activities can strengthen collaboration, trust, and communication. Discover the true impact of working together as a team toward a common goal. Learn practical insights on fostering collaboration, respect, and creativity for stronger teams.
In this episode, Melissa Richards breaks down why trust is everything in leadership. She drops real tips on building trust with empathy, clear vibes, and keeping it consistent. Using her higher ed experience and her book The 30, 60, 90 Day Handbook, she breaks down trust into three must-knows: credibility, commitment, and connection. If you wanna lead with heart and actually make an impact, this one’s for you.
How can understanding different learning styles help you unlock your team’s full potential? In this episode, Hall of Fame speaker Tyler Hayden shares practical strategies using his Multiple Intelligence Quotient (MIQ) framework. From kinesthetic to interpersonal to linguistic learners, you’ll learn how to engage employees, boost performance, and create team-building experiences that really stick. Tune in to find out how designing for learning styles can reduce absenteeism, drive results, and build smarter, stronger teams!
Angela Lewis joins the podcast to share her journey from Division I athlete and pro basketball player to leadership coach and Head of Operations at Speaker Hub. She reflects on the power of sports to build confidence, open doors, and teach lifelong lessons about teamwork, trust, and resilience. Angela dives into what it means to lead with empathy, the importance of play in team building, and how great leaders know when to pass the ball. With stories that span from St. Louis to Colombia, she reminds us that personal growth always starts with curiosity—and sometimes, a good slice of pizza.
In this episode, we sit down with Scot Wirth, Director of Operations at Little Free Library, to explore how a simple idea—a box of books—sparked a global movement (yes, including Antarctica!). Scot shares the origin story of Little Free Library, how it grew from one small structure into a worldwide network, and the powerful ways these little libraries bring people together. We also swap favorite reads and reflect on the unique role books play in building community, connection, and conversation.
In this episode, we chat with Josh Robinson—professional percussionist, teaching artist, and founder of Drumming Up A Team. Josh shares how he uses rhythm as a powerful tool to build connection, process grief, and foster teamwork. From schools to corporate retreats, Josh leads engaging drumming workshops that help people express themselves, break down barriers, and heal through sound. With a background rooted in personal transformation and decades of performance and teaching, Josh brings a unique perspective on how drumming can unite and uplift.
In this episode, we sit down with Haley Grayless, Founder & CEO of Växa Collective, to talk about the power of gratitude in the workplace. With a background in organizational development and over a decade of nonprofit experience, Haley shares how simple acts of appreciation can drastically improve employee retention, morale, and performance. We dive into real strategies companies can use to create healthier, more engaging work cultures. If you're looking to boost your team's connection and commitment, this one's for you.
Emmy Award-winning host and improv pro Mark DeCarlo joins Rich to explore how improv sparks happier, more connected teams. From The Second City to voicing Hugh Neutron on Jimmy Neutron, Mark shares fun stories and practical tips that reveal why happy teams are the most productive and innovative ones.
Storytelling isn’t just about entertainment—it’s a proven way to engage audiences, influence decisions, and make messages more memorable. In this episode, Rich sits down with sales and communications expert Robert Mattson to explore the power of business storytelling and how it can transform sales, leadership, and communication. Learn key techniques, including the “33 rule” for keeping attention, balancing detail with brevity, and using emotional connections to drive action. Whether you're pitching an idea, leading a team, or closing a sale, this episode is packed with tips to help you communicate more effectively and influence decision makers within and outside of your organization.
Season 6 of Team Building Saves the World is here! In The Impact of Great Teams, we’re exploring how engaged teams and strong leadership create a ripple effect beyond the workplace. Host Rich Rininsland shares what’s in store this season, from insightful conversations to expert perspectives on the real-world impact of teamwork.
This week, host Rich sits down with inclusion activist Ash Beckham for a discussion on leadership and inclusion in the workplace. Ash explains the consequences for leaders who don’t prioritize inclusion and authenticity through a business lens and a human lens. The pair discuss inclusive leadership practices, including ways to foster allyship within teams and ensure inclusive policies are put into action—not just on paper. They emphasize the importance of seeing coworkers as layered individuals rather than just their job title. Join Rich and Ash for expert tips on how to foster an inclusive culture and genuine employee connections.
Join Host Rich Rininisland for a festive deep-dive into all things TeamBonding Holidays! Rich sits down with Director of Virtual Events, Jayne Hannah, and Event Manager, Laura “Coop” Cooper, to explore holiday team-building experiences of the past, present, and future. From nostalgic moments to innovative virtual gatherings, Jayne and Coop share their insights on how to make holiday events memorable, inclusive, and fun for everyone. Tune in to get inspired for your own holiday team bonding, learn what’s new for this season, and hear about the future trends shaping holiday celebrations in the workplace!
On this episode of Team Building Saves the World, Rich welcomes Kory Kogon, FranklinCovey’s VP of Content Development and senior leadership consultant, for a deep dive into workplace efficiency. Kory, a facilitator of the new 7 Habits of Highly Effective People course, shares key leadership habits, discusses the importance of building team synergy, and explores how consulting strategies can drive impactful business results. They also unpack FranklinCovey's memorable slogans like “see, do, get” and “change, choice, and principles,” offering practical ways to incorporate these principles for a more productive, fulfilling work life.
On this episode of Team Building Saves the World, Rich sits down with Chris Gulley, founder of The Hand Project, and Veronica Kidemi, The Hand Project Ambassador, to discuss the company’s history as well as Veronica’s story of using her trauma to help women throughout Africa. Chris shares the impactful moment that led him to create The Hand Project and explains how the process works. Veronica details how she overcame a violent attack from her husband and broke through social barriers in Tanzania to make her own nonprofit, Voice of Women Africa. Our very own Director of Program Development, Shannon Lane Dupont, also chimes in to discuss TeamBonding’s connection to the project. Tune in to hear their stories and learn how you can get involved in this impactful program!
On this episode of Team Building Saves the World, host Rich is joined by Jon Stetson, America’s Master Mentalist! Jon explains mentalist psychology, including how to brush off embarrassment and become your most genuine self. He dives into his process for performing for live audiences, as well as how he uses creativity and imagination when creating new segments. His latest segment, The Halloween Hijinx Show, blends the art of mind reading, mystery, and seasonal fun with a touch of the supernatural. In these virtual event, he feeds off of audience interaction with impossible mind tricks and hair-raising fun.
In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, host Rich sits down with futurist and foresight expert Jeremy Nulik of Bigwidesky to discuss how leaders can craft the future of their business. Jeremy explains how to use scenario planning and strategic foresight to future-proof your business, prepare employees for inevitable challenges, and incorporate imagination and creativity into operational processes. He also runs through his scenario planning process when helping companies work through possible challenges to build resiliency and get closer to reaching their goals.
On this episode, host Rich is joined by Hayleigh Bailey and Kit Pang of BostonSpeaks, a company that offers coaching to help individuals overcome their public speaking anxiety. Hayleigh and Kit explain how teams can most efficiently work together by keeping different communication styles in mind. They discuss various communication channels and tools to make employees’ lives easier, and how to discover your specific communication style in the workplace. Hayleigh explains how to create a more unified team with tools like open door policies, and Kit instructs us on how to overcome moments of miscommunication by looking inwards.
In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, social dynamics expert Aden Nepom joins host Rich for a chat about having difficult conversations at work. Aden explains the basis of psychology safety – the concept that refers to creating a work environment where employees feel safe to take risks and share their opinions without punishment or embarrassment – and its effect on employee wellbeing. The pair also discusses how team building activities can foster an inclusive workplace where employees feel more inclined to share things with each other and have hard conversations at work. Listen in to create a more open, honest, and tightknit workplace culture!