Empathy, Structure, and the Future of Leadership with Jeff LeBlanc
What if kindness isn’t a soft skill — but a strategic one?In this episode, Nicole is joined by educator and leadership researcher Jeff LeBlanc, who breaks down why true kindness in the workplace goes far beyond being nice. They explore Jeff’s Engaged Empathy Leadership model, which reframes kindness as a combination of emotional connection, structure, and fairness—especially relevant in today’s multigenerational workplaces.Through personal stories and generational insights, Jeff explains why kindness isn’t about lowering expectations but raising them—with empathy, intention, and accountability. It’s a fresh, thoughtful look at how leadership can evolve without losing its edge.On Kindness is an original podcast hosted by Nicole Yelsey, co-founder of KindWorks.AI. Follow for weekly episodes filled with inspiration, stories, and ideas. LinkedInInstagram
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Kindness with a Tap Dance and a Smile with Jane Canepa
What if being “nice” wasn’t small - it was everything?In this joyful and heartwarming episode of On Kindness, Nicole chats with Jane Canepa - publicist, event legend, teacher, tap dancer, and all-around force of kindness. From teaching thousands of students to planning city-wide events, Jane has built her life and legacy on the simple idea of showing up with a smile, remembering people’s names, and spreading kindness everywhere she goes.They explore how kindness creates connection, how laughter builds community, and why every person - from a traffic cop to a coat check attendant - deserves to be seen. This episode is filled with stories, wisdom, and a reminder that kindness costs nothing, but means everything.On Kindness is an original podcast hosted by Nicole Yelsey, co-founder of KindWorks.AI. Follow for weekly episodes filled with inspiration, stories, and ideas. LinkedInInstagram
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Prioritizing Generosity & Kindness with Pete Kadens
What does true kindness look like when no one’s watching—and when nothing is owed in return?In this episode of On Kindness, Pete Kadens, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and impact leader, joins Nicole to explore the difference between surface-level niceness and deep, authentic kindness. From paying off a mentor’s mortgage to sending hundreds of families to college, Pete shares why kindness is most powerful when it’s unexpected, mutual, and rooted in sacrifice.They dive into how generosity can create real wealth, how empathy is a skill we can teach, and why being seen is one of the most human needs we can fulfill. This is a conversation about building legacy, leading with purpose, and doing the right thing - even when it’s hardOn Kindness is an original podcast hosted by Nicole Yelsey, co-founder of KindWorks.AI. Follow for weekly episodes filled with inspiration, stories, and ideas. LinkedInInstagram
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Kindness in Fleeting Cosmic Moments with Michael Neece
What if kindness isn’t just a personal value - but a habit that shapes the legacy we leave behind?In this episode of On Kindness, Michael Neece, keynote speaker and workplace culture advocate, joins Nicole to explore kindness on a cosmic scale - why it’s not just about niceness, but a daily practice rooted in awareness, courage, and our shared human experience.They discuss why kindness at work matters more than ever, how to build a culture where people feel safe to speak up, and why the future we leave behind is shaped by how we show up today. From moments of grace to standing up for others, Michael reminds us that kindness isn’t always easy - but it’s always worth it.On Kindness is an original podcast hosted by Nicole Yelsey, co-founder of KindWorks.AI. Follow for weekly episodes filled with inspiration, stories, and ideas. LinkedInInstagram
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Designing Cultures of Kindness with Zach Blumenfeld
What if kindness wasn’t just a nice-to-have - but a real competitive advantage? In this episode of On Kindness, Zach Blumenfeld, Co-Founder of CultureCon, joins Nicole to unpack the powerful intersection between kindness and company culture.They explore why kindness fuels innovation, how small acts of generosity can shape entire careers, and why real culture change doesn’t start at the top - it starts with action. Zach shares his own journey from sports management to founding one of the most human-centered conferences in the country, and why he believes kindness is the long game that builds trust, loyalty, and lasting impact.Tune in for a conversation that blends entrepreneurial wisdom, workplace transformation, and a whole lot of heart. 💙On Kindness is an original podcast hosted by Nicole Yelsey, co-founder of KindWorks.AI. Follow for weekly episodes filled with inspiration, stories, and ideas. LinkedInInstagram
Kindness is the greatest strength we have as humans to live better, work better, and feel better. In On Kindness, Nicole Yelsey, co-founder and COO of KindWorks.AI, hosts conversations with inspiring leaders about what Kindness means to them and how it’s manifested as a strength in their lives and careers.
We delve into fascinating personal stories and explore the key role of Kindness in leadership, health & well-being, and why Kindness is so critical in the age of AI. You'll learn ways to boost interpersonal dynamics, morale, and cultivate cultures of collaboration and innovation.
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