Lead the People: Inclusive Leadership Today and Every Day with Maureen "Mo" Berkner Boyt

What if thriving at work wasn’t a nice-to-have, but a human right? 💡

Mauren “Mo” Berkner Boyt, founder of The Moxie Exchange, joins Matt Poepsel to unpack the power of inclusion—backed by neuroscience, real data, and lots of heart.

From “amygdala hijacks” to why your phone habits can actually help build belonging 📱, this episode is packed with insights for people-first leaders ready to make inclusion part of every day.

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Key Takeaways:

• Thriving is the true north—beyond engagement, it's about psychological safety and inclusion.
• Inclusion is not abstract; it's a set of small, consistent behaviors leaders can learn and apply.
• The business case for belonging is real—leaders should personalize ROI through tools and data.
• Microaggressions have neurological consequences; inclusion reduces amygdala hijack and increases innovation.
• Frontline leaders have the greatest influence on culture and need specific tools to succeed.