1108: Rachel DeAlto - "The Relatable Leader"

What if the #1 thing your team—and YOU—crave at work isn’t more perks, better tech, or flexible hours…but RESPECT? In this eye-opening episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond welcomes back renowned communication and relatability expert Rachel DeAlto for a powerful “comeback visit” you won’t want to miss. As her new book The Relatable Leader: Create a Culture of Connection hits the shelves, Rachel pulls back the curtain on the startling truth her research uncovered: Across generations and industries, RESPECT is the most desired (and most lacking) quality in today’s leaders. Key Highlights:Research That Surprised Even Rachel: Hear how a proprietary study revealed that the real foundation for effective leadership and workplace culture isn’t just authenticity or emotional intelligence—but deep, mutual respect.Why We’re STILL Missing the Mark: Despite decades of progress, respect remains a missing link, and Rachel unpacks why—along with powerful stories from her own journey (including what she learned speaking to New Jersey’s judges!).Actionable Leadership Insights: Rachel shares simple-yet-game-changing ways leaders can infuse respect and better communication into daily interactions, assess their teams more effectively, and move from managing to truly connecting.Fun + Relatable Moments: From lobster rolls and ice cream parfaits to Mumford & Sons jams and the struggle for better sleep, get to know the relatable side of Rachel in Lou’s signature “Fun Street” segment. ACTION STEPSGet The Book: Dive deeper into actionable frameworks by picking up Rachel DeAlto’s The Relatable Leader—available everywhere books are sold.Stay Connected: Follow Rachel and Lou on social media for more inspiration on building real, thriving connections at work (and maybe some ice cream tips, too). Don’t forget: Share your biggest leadership “aha moment” from this episode and tag @LouDiamond and @RachelDeAlto for a chance to win a copy of The Relatable Leader! Timestamped Overview 00:00 "Thrive Loud: Rachel Dialto Returns" 06:42 Respect and Communication in Leadership 08:55 Leadership Challenges: Time and Ego 11:13 "Judges Apply Keynote Insights" 15:51 Boston Accent Experience 19:50 "Rachel: The Relatable Leader" 20:36 "Thrive Loud Contact & Follow"