Oct 20, 202636 minS2
What if your workplace energized people instead of exhausting them? In this episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne talks with Rich Sheridan, CEO and co-founder of Menlo Innovations and author of Joy, Inc...
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The Energized Leader
Hosted by Desi Payne · business · EN
About this Podcast:
The Energized Leader is the podcast for leaders who are ready to boost morale, increase engagement, and build a workplace culture people genuinely love. Hosted by keynote speaker, motivational humorist, and author Desi Payne , this show delivers a weekly jump-start of insight, inspiration, and energy. You’ll hear practical strategies, real-life leadership stories, and uplifting conversations with leaders from some of America’s top workplaces—all focused on helping you become the best version of yourself at work and at home. From handling stress and burnout to creating connection, laughter, and buy-in on your team, The Energized Leader gives you tools you can use right away. If you want to lead with more purpose, positivity, and fun (with a little dark chocolate on the side 🍫), this podcast is for you. Subscribe and get ready to energize excellence —one episode at a time.
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What is The Energized Leader about?
The Energized Leader is the podcast for leaders who are ready to boost morale, increase engagement, and build a workplace culture people genuinely love. Hosted by keynote speaker, motivational humorist, and author Desi Payne, this show delivers a weekly jump-start of insight, inspiration, and energy.
Who hosts The Energized Leader?
The Energized Leader is hosted by Desi Payne. The show has published 42 episodes to date.
What has The Energized Leader covered recently?
Recent episodes include "E42: Joyful Leadership: Build a Workplace People Love with Rich Sheridan" (20 October 2026, 36 minutes), "E41: Build Leaders, Not Followers: Empower Your Team with Gary Barker" (13 October 2026, 31 minutes), and "E40:10 Leadership Lessons to Build Resilience, Trust, and Workplace Culture" (6 October 2026, 10 minutes).
How often does The Energized Leader publish?
The Energized Leader publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 30 minutes across 42 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Energized Leader?
Booking probability for The Energized Leader is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Energized Leader requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Energized Leader's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch The Energized Leader?
The strongest fits for The Energized Leader are Business & Management Consulting and Business & Professional Training. The Energized Leader has a business audience.
About the host
Desi Payne hosts The Energized Leader, a business podcast with 42 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 13, 202631 minS2
Are you saying yes to so many good things that you have no energy left for the things that matter most? In this episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne welcomes entrepreneur and leadership speaker Gary...
- Oct 6, 202610 minS2
What can you learn from ten incredible leaders in one podcast episode? A LOT! In Part 3 of my special celebration series, I’m sharing some of my favorite takeaways from episodes 28 through 37 of The Energized Leader...
- Oct 1, 202617 minS2
The Energized Leader Podcast is celebrating 1,000 downloads! In Part 2 of this special three-part leadership series, host Desi Payne revisits powerful lessons from Episodes 14 through 27. You will discover practical...
- Sep 15, 202630 minS2
How can leaders motivate different personalities, build a stronger workplace culture, and stay organized when life and business feel overwhelming? In this episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne talks with...
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Episode #36
E36: Leadership Starts With Relationships: Brad McCloskey on Building an Energized Workplace Culture
Sep 3, 202627 minS2What makes an energized leader? For Brad McCloskey, educational leader and incoming superintendent of Ottumwa Schools, it starts with relationships. In this episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne talks with...
- Aug 25, 202633 minS2
How do great leaders build cohesive teams, create psychological safety, and work effectively with difficult people? In this episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne talks with Tessa Kampen, facilitator and...
- Aug 18, 202626 minS2
What if the difficult person at work isn’t actually difficult, but dysregulated? In this episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne sits down with neuroscience expert and speaker Vanessa McNeal to explore how...
- Jul 28, 202630 minS2
What does it take to transform unimaginable adversity into determination, purpose, and success? In this inspiring episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne sits down with Mensur Pudic, a Bosnian American...
- Jul 21, 202635 minS2
What separates memorable leaders from forgettable ones? In this episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne talks with author, leadership expert, and professional illusionist Ken Hartley about the leadership...
- Jul 7, 202629 minS2
In this inspiring episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne sits down with Holly Hoffman, former Survivor Nicaragua contestant, motivational speaker, and author, to talk about resilience, mindset, courage, and...
- Jun 30, 202626 minS2
What does it take to transform a school district, rebuild employee morale, and create a culture where students and staff feel valued? In this inspiring episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne sits down with...
- Jun 16, 202645 minS2
In this inspiring episode of the Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne sits down with Eddie Slowikowski, a peak performance expert, professional speaker, former elite runner, and author of The Four Minute Formula. Eddie...
- Jun 9, 202638 minS2
In this energizing episode, Desi Payne welcomes Christine Trippi, known as The Wise Pineapple, hospitality expert, speaker, author of Yes Is the Answer, and creator of powerful customer service strategies that help...
Episode #27
E27 Understanding Introverts, Extroverts, Ambiverts, and Leadership Energy Antoinnette Griffin
Jun 2, 202627 minS2In this energizing episode, Desi Payne sits down with leadership expert Antoinette Griffin to explore how understanding your natural communication and energy style can make you a more effective leader. Together, they...
Episode #26
E26 How DISC Personality Training Can Transform Leadership and Workplace Culture Dave Kauffman
May 26, 202633 minS2In this inspiring episode, Desi Payne sits down with Dave Kauffman, international relationship speaker, Master DISC trainer, entrepreneur, business coach, business owner, and pilot, to talk about how leaders can create...
- May 20, 202624 minS2
In this energizing episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne sits down with leadership speaker and psychological safety expert Tania DeSa to explore how leaders can create a workplace culture where people feel...
- May 12, 202623 minS2
In this energizing episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne sits down with Dr. Jeff Hendred, longtime educator, former principal, community leader, assistant pastor, business owner, and Dean of the Legacy...
- May 7, 202640 minS2
In this powerful and inspiring episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne sits down with Jason Dennen, a speaker, leader, and survivor whose story will leave you believing that the impossible can be overcome...
- Apr 28, 202629 minS2
What does it really take to be an energized leader in today’s fast-paced world? In this inspiring episode of The Energized Leader Podcast, Desi Payne sits down with speaker, coach, and former senior vice president...
Recent guests
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Holly Hoffman
Survivor: Nicaragua finalist, motivational speaker, author, mother, Central Michigan University
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Lynsey Mulder
keynote speaker, certified coach, and former SVP at a Fortune 100 company, Spark Life
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Marie Cosgrove
resilience expert
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Jones Loflin
author, leadership coach & focus architect, Helping Others Prepare for Excellence, Inc.
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