Media & Appearances

Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations. Listen on  Apple Podcast

For organizations in the climate-critical space or any mission-driven sector, this conversation is packed with actionable advice to help you develop managers who can thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. Watch on  YouTube or listen on  Apple Podcast, or Spotify.

Want to hear how a leader's empathy can transform a team? On the Leadership Moments podcast with Tracy Ann Palmer and Stacey Caster, Eric shares stories on the profound impact of compassion in leadership. The podcast also delves into practical methods for developing empathy. Watch on  YouTube or listen on the Leadership Moments' website, Apple Podcast, or Spotify.

On the Future-Focused podcast, Christopher Lind talks to Eric about how the words "leader" and "manager" are often used synonymously and that needs to stop because while all managers should be leaders, not all leaders are managers. You can catch their full conversation as a podcast here or video here. Or read Christopher's summary that includes his reflections and biggest takeaways.

Betty Dannewitz and Eric chat about The Everyday Manager on the "ifyouaskbetty" podcast. Eric shares his experience as a L&D professional and discusses his focus on helping new managers transition from individual contributors to people managers.

Kortney Ross chats with Eric about empathy and trust in leadership on the NextGen Work Culture podcast. Listen on iTunes, Amazon Music, Spotify, and iHeart Radio.

Transitioning from an individual contributor to a manager can be a daunting transition. On the Modern Manager, host Mamie Kanfer Stewart talks to Eric about the development of new managers, focusing on their successful transition of their new role and on their team management skills. The episode can be found at: Themodernmanager.com and is also on iTunes, YouTube Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Amazon, and Spotify.

Stephen Matini chats with Eric about being a first time manager on the Pity Party Over podcast. They discuss the psychological aspects of this transition, providing insights into managing change and setting realistic expectations. Listen on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Podbean, and Amazon Music.

Stephen Morris sits down with Eric to explore the multifaceted world of effective leadership on his Renowned Podcast titled "Leadership Insights: Navigating Challenges and Building High-Performing Teams". Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify or Apple Podcast. 

On Deliberate Directions with Allison Dunn, Eric discusses how to transform from a high-performing individual contributor to a great people manager.

Eric breaks down the specifics that emerging leaders need to hear when they transition from individual contributor to leader with Kenny McQuiller on "The Transition" episode of the Leading from the Middle podcast. Listen on Spreaker or view on YouTube.

On the Surveying the L&D Landscape podcast, Abigail Wheeler Charlu talks all things Leadership Development and his facilitation approach with Eric, available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Eric discusses how new managers transform from high-performing individual contributors to great people managers on the Speaking and Communicating Podcast "Learn to Lead" episode with Roberta Ndlela. You can listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Eric discusses "Making Better Managers for Today's Workplace" on YouTube with Matthew Gjertsen's on his Making Better podcast.

Eric talks about "Tips and Best Practices for New Managers" with Al Dea on The Edge of Work Podcast available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Watch The Managers Club Show on YouTube, where Eric chats with Vidal Graupera on how to help new managers get started. You can also listen to the show on Spotify.

Eric is a guest on Stephen Shaner's Are You Awesome Today? podcast. Eric talks about his journey and the attitudes that new leaders need to master. You can also listen on Spotify, I Heart Radio, or on Amazon Music.

On The L&D Hot Seat, Eric chats with Russell Sweep about a few common situations new managers often face.

On the ET Project podcast hosted by Wayne Brown, Eric shares his expertise on "An educators guide for success as a new manager".

Eric shares invaluable insights on "Preparing the Next Generation of Leaders" on The Ways of Working Podcast with Jimmy Burroughs.

In "Self-development through Coaching Skills" with host Jason Greer, Eric Girard discusses how a work culture related to coaching and business improvement helps companies reach the efficiency they need to thrive and become even better.

Listen to Brian Washburn, Jason Meucci, and Eric Girard discuss "Advice for Starting Your Own Training Consultancy". Going out on your own or trying to convert that side hustle into a full time training consultancy can be an exciting idea, but there are definitely some challenges you'll want to think about.

Listen to Eric discuss "How to Transform High-Performing Individual Contributors to Great People Managers" on Journey with Christian D. Evans. You can also watch the episode on YouTube.

In "The Magic of Expert Learning and Development" on the Craft of Consulting podcast with Deborah Zahn, listen to Eric share what types of learning experiences organizations are calling for to develop employees in a way that helps them achieve results and how you know it’s time to bring in learning and development experts. (Also available on iTunes.)

Listen to Eric talk about "Making Business Work in Tough Times" on the "ifyouaskbetty" podcast with Betty Dannewitz.

Listen to Eric discuss "Journeys in Instructional Design" on the "Share Whatcha Learned" podcast with Amy Petricek.