Episodes 124
Avg. Duration 40m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (32)
Since Dec 2022
Latest Episode May 2026

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About This Podcast

People On Purpose, the podcast that reminds you that your business doesn’t run on policies and processes alone... it runs on people. If you’ve been with us since the On The Up & Up! days, you probably remember the tactical HR tips, the “how-to hire” episodes, and my rants about I-9s and contractors vs. employees. And don’t worry, you’ll still hear the occasional HR compliance tip. But after years of working with hundreds of small businesses, I realized something big: It’s not the systems or the SOPs that make your business work. It’s the humans behind them. So this new chapter of the podcast is about the messy middle of building a team. Think: more purpose than payroll and more community than compliance. We’re talking about what it really takes to create a workplace where people actually want to show up, not because they have to, but because they believe in what you’re building… or at the very least, because it feels great to work there. Each week, we’ll explore the people-side of small business - from leadership and management, to community and culture - with best best practices, strategies, and the occasional leadership horror story - because we’ve all got ‘em.

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S2E10 S2E10: The Secret to $500 Million in Client Revenue? Actually Caring. With Stacia of Switch It Up Designs

May 27, 2026 1h 7m

This week we're sitting down with Stacia, founder and CEO of Switch It Up Designs, a seven-figure digital marketing agency, and co-founder of authority.io — a DIY ad platform that lets small business…

S2E9 S2E9: Your Team Already Knows Who Should Be Fired

Apr 15, 2026 35m

Nobody wants to be in this position. But if you clicked on this one, you probably need it — and we're glad you're here.Nothing we say can make firing someone feel good, but this episode breaks down…

S2E8 S2E8: Why the Best Teams Feel a Little Bit Like a Cult

Apr 01, 2026 35m

Not an actual cult. But kind of. The teams that show up fully, carry the business when things get hard, and genuinely care about the mission all have something in common — and it has nothing to do…

S2E7 S2E7: The Real Reason Your Hires Aren't Working Out

Mar 25, 2026 33m

If you've ever let someone go in their first 90 days and thought "another bad hire" — this episode is going to challenge that story. The real reason your hires aren't working out probably has less to…

S2E6 S2E6: Evolution of Culture

Mar 18, 2026 50m

If something feels off in your business and you can't quite put your finger on it — culture could be the culprit. Company culture doesn't collapse overnight. It drifts over time and by the time most…

S2E5 S2E5: Having Difficult Conversations 2.0

Feb 18, 2026 36m

If you're the one always delivering bad news, rejecting PTO requests, and handling every performance issue — even for people who don't directly report to you — there's a problem. Your managers are…

S2E4 S2E4: Stop Treating HR Like a Necessary Evil

Feb 11, 2026 25m

Most founders think HR = legal protection. A compliance checkbox. Something you have to “deal with” when a problem pops up — and something you try not to think about the rest of the time. But if…

S2E3 S2E3 Is Your Need for Control Costing You Money?

Jan 14, 2026 35m

Let’s talk about how the fear of letting go is often the exact thing keeping founders stuck, whether it’s at a revenue plateau, in team chaos, or just straight-up exhausted. This episode talks about…

S2E2 S2E2: Falling In Love With Your Business

Dec 17, 2025 26m

If the idea of “falling in love” with your business makes you roll your eyes a little…same. But hear us out:In this episode, Kira talks through what that phrase actually means: building a business…

S2E1 S2E1: The Wake-Up Call That Shattered My Leadership Identity

Dec 10, 2025 22m

Take a peek behind the curtain of the podcast’s brand-new direction that’s less “HR rulebook,” more “let’s talk about the wonderfully unpredictable humans running your business.” Kira shares the…

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Dec 03, 2025 1m

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S1E112 Ep. 112 Sunsetting a Core Offer & Saying Goodbye to Set To Scale

Sep 10, 2025 44m

Sometimes the best move in business is pulling the plug on something that’s “working” (ugh lol)This episode is more personal than usual because I’m opening up about sunsetting our Set to Scale®…

S1E111 Ep. 111 Hiring your friends...? Listen to this first!

Jul 16, 2025 27m

Let's answer one of the most common (and complicated) leadership questions: Should I hire someone I’m friends with?I'm sharing hard-won lessons from client stories and my own team, including what…

S1E110 Ep. 110 Staying Solo & Selling Smart with Copywriter Andrea Shah

Jul 09, 2025 58m

In this episode, I’m joined by copywriter Andrea Shah for a conversation about messaging that works and feels like you. We’re talking about what drives buyers to say “yes,” how to balance fear-based…

S1E109 Ep. 109 The No-BS Guide to Legally Paying Your Employees

May 14, 2025 19m

Pay and wages are hands-down one of the most confusing parts of hiring for the leaders we talk to. You’re not alone if you’ve found yourself wondering, why you can’t just cut a $500 check to your…

S1E108 Ep. 108 Why “Good Culture” Falls Apart Without a Shared Vocabulary

May 07, 2025 22m

After coming off an inspiring in-person team retreat, I’m sharing the real markers of success inside a small business. This episode explores the culture-defining power of clearly communicating…

S1E107 Ep. 107 How I’m Using AI Without Selling My Soul (or Screwing Over My Clients)

Apr 23, 2025 30m

Let’s talk about how I’m using AI in my business and my personal life to make things easier without losing the heart, ethics, or human-centered focus of my work. I’m sharing the tools I use, the…

S1E106 Ep. 106 How to Grow Without Losing Yourself with Sam Vander Wielen

Apr 16, 2025 52m

What if your business was the least interesting thing about you? In this episode, Kira sits down with legal educator and author Sam Vander Wielen to talk about building a life-first business…one that…

S1E105 Ep. 105: Business Is Weird Right Now. Here’s What I’m Doing About It.

Apr 02, 2025 29m

We made it to Q2, but not without some bruises. In this solo episode, Kira shares her raw, honest take on what Q1 of 2025 taught her as a founder, leader, and business owner navigating through…

S1E104 Ep. 104: Three Silent Mistakes Wedding and Events Pros Make With Their Team

Mar 26, 2025 15m

In this episode, I’m diving into all things HR in the wedding and events world—because let’s be real, planning dreamy days doesn’t mean your backend operations should be a nightmare. We’re talking…

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