The Neuroscience of Culture: Driving Engagement through Brain Science (Episode 91) | Lisa Riegel

"Eighty percent of what we are thinking, we are not consciously thinking." Education researcher and author Dr. Lisa Riegel joins host Josh Seldin to break down how understanding brain science can revolutionize workplace culture, human motivation, and organizational change. Dr. Riegel reveals why traditional management approaches often fail by ignoring how the human brain processes stress and value, and introduces actionable strategies to transition employees from passive compliance to deep co-creation. Josh and Lisa explore the mechanics of human behavior under pressure, the friction caused by misaligned values, and how to harness her 8C Commitment Framework to smooth resistance to change. From the power of strategic micro-celebrations to overcoming our brain's threat response, this conversation provides leaders with a practical, science-backed roadmap for creating environments where teams feel connected, capable, and motivated to grow. Key Takeaways: ✅ The Motivation Equation: How balancing expectancy and individual values transforms basic task compliance into genuine engagement. ✅ Decoding the Brain's Threat Response: Understanding how the amygdala and thalamus drive workplace behavior and conflict during times of change. ✅ The 8C Commitment Framework: A step-by-step model designed to eliminate organizational friction and align human systems for success. ✅ Beyond the Bottom Line: Why celebrating behavioral outputs rather than just end outcomes builds sustainable, high-performing cultures. ✅ Practical Culture Rituals: Simple, low-friction habits like "100 Ways in 100 Days" and "Pity & Pride" to elevate peer recognition and build collective efficacy. ✅ Leading for the Follower: Shifting from rigid leadership styles to adaptable, human-centered approaches that meet the true needs of your team. Connect with Dr. Lisa Riegel: Website: www.lisariegel.com Institute Website: www.epinstitute.net LinkedIn: / lisariegel Substack: https://substack.com/@lisariegel Amazon author page: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=lisa+riege... Schedule a meeting: https://calendly.com/lisa-humanprogra... Contact Josh: leadinquarters@gmail.com Follow Leadership in Quarters: @leadinquarters on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Artwork: Adam Powell Music: Bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License code: KHCH1T1VIRTMRYOH Artist: : Benjamin Tissot #LeadershipInQuarters #LisaRiegel #BrainScience #NeuroscienceInLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #OrganizationalChange #ExecutiveCoaching #JoshSeldin #YourGrowthAscent