The Power of Workplace Relationships | Jason Lauritsen

From Metrics to Meaning: Reinventing Leadership Through Connection What if the key to better performance isn’t found in KPIs or dashboards—but in deeper human relationships? In this episode, Natasha Nuytten sits down with Jason Lauritsen, employee engagement expert and CEO of Check-In To Thrive, for a powerful conversation about rebuilding leadership from the ground up—starting with how we treat one another at work. Jason has spent his career challenging outdated management models and advocating for relationship-centered leadership. From corporate burnout to breakthrough moments, he shares why thriving organizations aren’t driven by control—but by connection, trust, and care. Whether you're a founder, a people leader, or just tired of performative workplace culture, Jason brings insights that go beyond engagement surveys and into the heart of what makes work actually work—for everyone. Highlights & Takeaways : 💡 Why employee engagement has failed—and what to do instead 💡 The science behind human-centered leadership 💡 How “check-ins” can become your organization’s most powerful tool 💡 Rethinking success through psychological safety and authentic connection Learn more about Jason Lauritsen: 🔗 LinkedIn 🌐 Website 📖 Book: Unlocking High Performance Human Side Up What happens when we stop ticking boxes and start driving real change? Hosted by Natasha Nuytten, CEO of CLARA, Human Side Up flips the script on diversity, equity, and inclusion by uncovering the real, raw stories behind the headlines. This podcast isn’t about corporate checklists—it’s about the leaders, changemakers, and innovators rethinking workplace culture and championing transformation. From breakthrough strategies to bold decisions, we explore what it truly takes to build workplaces and communities where everyone belongs. Connect with Natasha: 🔗 LinkedIn 🎧 S potify 📺 YouTube Connect with CLARA: 🔗 LinkedIn 🌐 Website 📺 YouTube: @GET-CLARA ​

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