Ever wonder why two people can have the same job, same salary, and same company — yet one thrives while the other counts down the minutes to Friday? In this episode, Seth Yelorda unpacks the psychology of motivation through the lens of Self-Determination Theory — one of the most researched frameworks in modern psychology. You’ll learn how ownership, mastery, and connection quietly shape whether you love or loathe your work. Discover practical ways to reclaim your energy, reignite your sense of purpose, and lead yourself and others with clarity. Whether you manage a team or just want to enjoy Mondays again, this episode will show you how to engineer your own motivation from the inside out.

🎧 Topics covered:

• Why external rewards can actually decrease motivation

• The science of intrinsic motivation (Deci & Ryan’s Self-Determination Theory)

• How to build ownership without rebellion

• The flow state and the psychology of mastery

• The surprising link between connection and fulfillment at work

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Most strategic plans end up as beautifully designed PDFs that collect dust. In this episode, Seth Yelorda breaks down why that happens—and how to fix it. He introduces a simple, human, and powerful five-step strategic planning process that actually drives results.

You’ll learn how to: ✅ Discover your organization’s current reality with clarity ✅ Define a compelling vision for the future ✅ Design strategies that move your mission forward ✅ Drive execution through accountability and communication ✅ Debrief and learn to build a culture of continuous improvement

Whether you’re leading a department, nonprofit, or healthcare team, this episode will show you how to create a plan that doesn’t sit on a shelf—but shifts your organization forward.

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Why does team building so often get a bad reputation? From awkward icebreakers to forced trust falls, most of us have endured team-building activities that feel more like a waste of time than a path to better teamwork. But when done right, team building has the power to transform culture, strengthen relationships, and unlock real performance.

In this episode, Seth Yelorda breaks down why most team-building efforts fail spectacularly—and introduces five practical exercises that actually work. From a simple two-minute appreciation round to failure parties, reverse mentoring, and cross-functional sprints, these strategies are designed to create authentic connection, psychological safety, and lasting change.

If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at “mandatory fun” or wondered how to make your team feel more connected without the corporate cringe, this episode is for you.

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