The Human Layer

The Podcast.

Conversations with operators about leadership in practice.

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How Do You Scale Culture While Building a $10B Company?

In this episode, Alex Simmons sits down with Ciara O'Sullivan, Senior Director of People at Bilt, to unpack how one of the fastest-growing fintechs is redefining company culture in the AI era.

September 24, 2025Boon
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Ep 14. Stop Asking HR to Be Everyone's Therapist

In this episode, Hebba Youssef—founder of the "I Hate It Here" community—opens up about the emotional weight HR professionals carry every day.

April 17, 2025Boon_Alex
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Ep.13: Culture, Growth, and Vulnerability

Andrew Silver shares leadership lessons on scaling, emotional intelligence, and vulnerability in business growth.

February 12, 2025Boon_Alex
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Ep.12: Key Strategies for Thriving Through Layoffs

Chinazom Nwabueze shares strategies for resilience, mental fitness, and leadership during layoffs and change.

February 9, 2025Boon_Alex
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Ep.11: Can Hybrid Work Fix Office Culture?

Scott Fleszar shares insights on balancing hybrid work's flexibility with fostering engagement and strong culture.

January 21, 2025Boon_Alex
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Ep.10: Master Feedback Now: Coaching Tips Every Leader Must Know

Cathy Manginelli shares feedback, coaching tips, and leadership strategies for fostering team growth and success.

October 27, 2024Boon_Alex
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Ep.9: How to Embrace Failure as a Catalyst for Growth in a Workplace

Keith Cocking emphasizes embracing failure as a growth opportunity through curiosity, self-awareness, and supportive cultures.

October 2, 2024Boon_Alex
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Ep.8: How to Foster LGBTQ Inclusivity in the Workplace

Cator Sparks discusses fostering LGBTQ+ workplace inclusivity through authentic allyship, vulnerability, and meaningful action.

July 25, 2024Boon_Alex
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Ep.7: Learn Amazon's Onboarding Secrets

Donna Alexander shares Amazon's data-driven onboarding strategies, emphasizing personalization, cultural awareness, and key metrics.

June 20, 2024Boon_Alex
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Ep.6: The Mental Health Paradox for HR Leaders

Alex Seiler discusses HR leaders' mental health challenges, emphasizing self-care and supporting employees effectively.

May 18, 2024Boon_Alex
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Ep.5: Break the Stress Cycle at Work

Dr. Kimberly Byrd discusses overcoming workplace stress and chaos addiction through proactive strategies and empathy.

May 9, 2024Boon_Alex
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Ep.4: How to Thrive as a Manager

Rumeena Bhalla discusses overcoming imposter syndrome, balancing responsibilities, and setting motivating expectations for managers.

April 30, 2024Boon_Alex
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Ep.3: How to Overcome Limiting Beliefs and Increase Self-Awareness

Jen Spainhour discusses overcoming imposter syndrome by cultivating self-awareness and dismantling limiting beliefs.

April 11, 2024Boon_Alex
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Ep.2: Turn Generational Differences Into Assets

Shee Shee Van Inwegen discusses bridging generational divides through psychological safety, diversity, and personalized communication.

March 28, 2024Boon_Alex
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Ep.1: How to Have That Tough Talk at Work

Diny Chen discusses navigating difficult workplace conversations using radical candor, empathy, and psychological safety.

March 12, 2024Boon_Alex