Workfluencer Podcast
Redefining how we talk about work.Work isn’t just about what you do anymore—it’s about how you show up online.Hosted by Rhona Pierce, Workfluencer spotlights professionals using content to grow careers, build personal brands, and change industries from the inside out.From employee creators reshaping corporate culture to entrepreneurs building businesses from side-hustles, we explore the real stories, strategies, and challenges behind blending work, creativity, and influence.Because the future of work isn’t coming—it’s already here, and it’s being documented in real time.
Latest Episode
#95: How In-Person Events Build Community
Hosting an event is easy. Building a community that people return to month after month is much harder. In this episode of Workfluencer, Rhona sits down with Chasselle Gazelle, founder of Jacksonville Bestie, to explore what separates unforgettable in-person events from forgettable networking mixers. Chasselle shares how she turned casual brunches with friends into one of Jacksonville's most recognizable community brands, why relationships matter more than transactions, and how businesses can use
Recent Episodes
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June 29, 2026
#95: How In-Person Events Build Community
Hosting an event is easy. Building a community that people return to month after month is much harder. In this episode of Workfluencer, Rhona sits down with Chasselle Gazelle, founder of Jacksonville Bestie, to explore what separates unforgettable in-person events from forgettable networking mixers. Chasselle shares how she turned casual brunches with friends into one of Jacksonville's most recognizable community brands, why relationships matter more than transactions, and how businesses can use
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June 22, 2026
#94: What Makes a Great DisruptHR Talk
Most people spend months preparing for a single DisruptHR presentation. Ashlynne Valdez delivered two different talks in 30 days, won Best Speaker at one event, and helps select speakers for DisruptHR Las Vegas. In this episode, we go behind the scenes of DisruptHR to explore what separates a good talk from a great one. Ashlynne shares how she develops topics, finds a disruptive angle, prepares for the fast-paced five-minute format, and what organizers are really looking for when reviewing speak
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June 15, 2026
#93: How to Stand Out on LinkedIn
Most LinkedIn advice teaches you how to fit in. Jillian Richardson believes the opposite. In this episode of Workfluencer, Rhona sits down with one of LinkedIn's most recognizable ghostwriters to discuss why being a little weird might be your biggest advantage online. Jillian shares the story behind her viral "Be Weird on LinkedIn" movement, what founders get wrong about personal branding, and why authenticity is becoming the best defense against AI-generated content. They also discuss employee-
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June 8, 2026
#92: How to Write a Book About Workplace Culture
What does it take to turn years of workplace observations into a published book? In this episode of Workfluencer, Abi Adamson shares the story behind her debut book, Culture Blooming: Nurturing Workplaces Where People Grow. From witnessing favoritism, discrimination, and toxic leadership to developing her own workplace culture framework, Abi explains how she transformed real-world experiences into a book designed to help leaders create better workplaces. Abi pulls back the curtain on the publish
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June 1, 2026
#91: How to Monetize a Podcast Without Losing Your Integrity
Most creators think they need a massive audience before brands will take them seriously. Chad Sowash says that's nonsense! In this episode of Workfluencer, Chad shares how he and his co-host, Joel Cheesman, built the Chad & Cheese podcast into a profitable business from day one, why most creators dramatically undervalue themselves, and what brands are actually buying when they sponsor content. We discuss why niche audiences outperform vanity metrics, how to create sponsorship packages that deliv
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May 18, 2026
#90: Rebuilding a Personal Brand After a Layoff
Strong POV content feels risky for most creators, but Jillian O'Malior built her audience by removing the corporate pleasing filter completely. After being laid off in November 2024, she ran a 90-day experiment leaning into “strategically unhinged” content about layoffs, labor reform, and the dehumanization of workers — and the inbound work, brand deals, and podcast invites started rolling in. In this episode of Workfluencer, Rhona Pierce sits down with brand strategist and workplace advocate Ji
About the Host
Rhona Pierce
Rhona Pierce is a content strategist, video producer, and the founder of Workfluencer Media. With a career spanning software project management, recruiting, and content strategy, Rhona champions the idea that authentic content isn't just a marketing tool—it's career leverage. As the host of Workfluencer, she brings her expertise in employer branding, talent attraction, and personal brand building to the mic—spotlighting the real stories of professionals using content to shape the future of work.