How People Work Podcast
If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation and thought, “That didn’t fix anything,” this is for you. If the same issue keeps coming back, there’s a reason. This will show you what’s happening and how to handle it so the work actually changes.
Most teams don’t struggle because people are incapable. They struggle because performance isn’t being addressed in a way that leads to change. A problem shows up, a conversation happens, and the work stays the same. So the issue comes back again.
That costs time, money, and results.
This podcast is about fixing that.
Shane teaches a practical way to handle people and performance that separates the person from their behavior so you can address the work clearly and directly. When that changes, conversations lead to better work, accountability becomes consistent, and teams produce more without constant management.
If you’re a business owner, executive, or team leader dealing with performance issues, conflict, or inconsistency, this podcast will show you a better way to handle it.
Fewer people problems. Better results.
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Episode 49: Shut Up and GRIND How to Overcome Obstacles and Build a Stronger Future
Robert B. Foster shares his journey and how the Shut Up and GRIND philosophy applies to overcoming life's toughest obstacles.
Episode 48 From Herds to Homes What Wild Horses Teach Us About Connection
Shane explores the profound lessons we can learn from wild horses about connection and shares practical steps for helping teens overcome isolation.
Whether your teen struggles with fear, anety, or feeling lost, this episode provides the tools to guide them back to connection and joy.
Episode 47 Cowboy Values for Teens
In this episode of The Horsemanship Journey Podcast, Shane Jacob explores timeless cowboy values that help toens develop grit and courage. Discover how iving with bravery and keeping promises can shape character and prepare toens to face life's toughest challenges.
Episode 46: You Were Born To Succeed: Faith, Mindset & Overcoming Challenges with Braxten Nielsen
Braxton Nielsen shares his powerful story of the power of faith, and the mindset that helped him overcome a devastating bronc riding accident and create a meaningful future.
Episode 45: 3 Tips to Remedy Rejection
Rejection hurts, but it doesn't have to hold you back. In this episode, Shane dives into the sting of rejection, why it feels so personal, and how to respond in ways that strengthen your self-beliefs.
Episode 44 Beliefs and Bullying
Learn how your example shapes your child's confidence and why it's the best defense against bullying. This isn't just advice-it's a game-changer for your family.
Episode 43: Building Better Retention with Shane Jacob
In this episode, Shane dives into a proven process for boosting learning and memory, offering powerful tools to help you and your family hold onto what truly matters.
Episode 42: Motivation Sucks with Steve Hochman
Motivation isn't all it's cracked up to be.
What really makes the difference is in this opisode with Steve Hochman.
Episode 41 Stop Worrying
Host Shane Jacob dives into the negative consequences of worrying and reveals a simple process to help you stop worrying and start moving forward.
Episode 40: The Accountability Guy Speaks with Robert J. Hunt
Learn how to reclaim purpose, assess satisfaction, and lead with vision in this powerful conversation with author Robert J. Hunt.
Episode 39: The Power of Focus with Shane Jacob
Discover how shifting your focus from problems to solutions can transform your relationships with horses—and the people in your life.
Episode 38: Accepting the Pain with Roman Fischer
In this episode Roman Fischer talks about the pain and discomfort we all experience in life and how accepting the uncomfortable will strengthen and empower us.
Episode 37: From Reaction To Resolution: Handling Your Teen's Errors with Shane Jacob
You’ll love this exciting episode as Shane Jacob discusses the emotional highs and lows we experience when our children make mistakes and draws parallels between a horse’s first ride and parenting.
Episode 36: ACE Your Life Part 2 with Dr. Michelle Maidenberg
Dr. Michelle Maidenberg reveals how her "ACE" method: Acceptance, Compassion, and Empowerment, allow us to better understand ourselves and ultimately live more empowered!
Episode 35: Boundaries with Shane Jacob
In this episode, Shane shares his personal take on setting boundaries. You’ll hear how boundaries can help you stay centered, protect your peace, and create healthier connections.
Episode 34: ACE Your Life with Dr. Michelle Maidenberg
Dr. Michelle Maidenberg explains why embracing negative emotion is necessary for good mental health and demonstrates how in an impromptu coaching session with our host, Shane Jacob.
Episode 33: Your Power Within with Shane Jacob
A step-by-step process to positively influence horses and kids.
Episode 32: Never Start with Why with David Ask
Starting with "Why" usually leads to your "Why" being someone else’s definition of success.
Episode 31: Communication Part 1 with Shane Jacob
Shane takes the complex topic of communication and makes it practical and relatable. Find out why mastering this skill matters and learn the first step toward becoming a great communicator!
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Episode 30: How to Survive Life’s Blow Ups with Brian Fleming
Brian Fleming tells his fascinating story of surviving a suicide bomb in Afghanistan and shares how each of us can better survive our own life's "blow ups."