People First Podcast

Hosted by Host- Jonathan Cinelli

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May 2026

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Leadership is not only about Putting People First, it's also being whole + complete ourselves. We are of no service to another human being if we are not digging in, doing the hard work + continually evolving. When we lead with a People Centric Approach- Everything Changes. Leading with curiosity, Jonathan, peels back the layers of what it means to be human today; + what it could possibly be when we choose to show up differently; lead on purpose + challenge the way it's always been done. Join Jonathan for Real, Raw, Uncomfortable + thought provoking conversions. www.jonathancinelli.com

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May 25, 20268 min

Why are you doing what your doing

Send us Fan MailWhat's the story you want to leave behind?Why bother doing what your doing + why the heck should anyone even give a damn?What's the universe showing you that you're not grabbing?This quick snappy solo with JC unpacks a few thought provoking ideas, that will surely leave you touched moved and inspired.What's this life for?Hang tight folks and give it a listen. Support the show🌐 Website: www.peoplefirstleadership.ca📷 Instagram: @Jonathanacinelli📧 Email: JC@jonathancinelli.com📱 Phone: 416-717-4139This Episode is brought to you by our SponsorsTurmeriX®https://buyturmerix.ca/Code PEOPLEFIRST (all caps)Save $10 + free shippingIntelligent Changehttps://www.intelligentchange.com/Code: Jonathan10 (10% discount)Appreciate the content we provide?Support the show on Patreon! Click the link below to join the team.https://patreon.com/JonathanCinelli

January 28, 20261 hr 26 min

Ins & outs with Premier Physiotherapy

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Jonathan sits down with Alberto & Alessia from Premier Physio to talk about movement, recovery, and the importance of taking care of your body. They share insights on physiotherapy, injury prevention, and how proper rehab supports long-term strength and performance. A great listen for anyone looking to move better and feel stronger.Support the show🌐 Website: www.peoplefirstleadership.ca📷 Instagram: @Jonathanacinelli📧 Email: JC@jonathancinelli.com📱 Phone: 416-717-4139This Episode is brought to you by our SponsorsTurmeriX®https://buyturmerix.ca/Code PEOPLEFIRST (all caps)Save $10 + free shippingIntelligent Changehttps://www.intelligentchange.com/Code: Jonathan10 (10% discount)Appreciate the content we provide?Support the show on Patreon! Click the link below to join the team.https://patreon.com/JonathanCinelli

November 19, 20255 min

Breakdowns Becomes Breakthroughs

Send us Fan MailIn this raw solo episode, Jonathan Cinelli opens up about one of the most intense breakdowns of his life and the breakthrough it created. He talks openly about emotional extremes, guilt, shame, and the reality of being a leader who’s still human. From stepping away to reset, to grounding practices, to the conversations that matter most, this episode is a reminder that none of us are alone.If you’ve ever felt like life hit too hard or you’re carrying more than you can hold, this one’s for you.Breakdowns don’t mean failure; they create space for evolution.Support the show🌐 Website: www.peoplefirstleadership.ca📷 Instagram: @Jonathanacinelli📧 Email: JC@jonathancinelli.com📱 Phone: 416-717-4139This Episode is brought to you by our SponsorsTurmeriX®https://buyturmerix.ca/Code PEOPLEFIRST (all caps)Save $10 + free shippingIntelligent Changehttps://www.intelligentchange.com/Code: Jonathan10 (10% discount)Appreciate the content we provide?Support the show on Patreon! Click the link below to join the team.https://patreon.com/JonathanCinelli

October 8, 202510 min

Psychological Safety + Deaths on our site

Send us Fan MailToday we discuss psychological safety and the impact that is has on a construction death and the fact that in ten years the amount of construction deaths have not changed. People in the construction world are not seen, heard or understood and because of that they fail to bring up the things that keep them safe.When workers don't feel safe to report a safety problem, that they did or didn't cause you are creating an environment where safety issues can escalate very quickly.When you give a shit about the people doing the work, they will perform better and do things properly; so that we can all go home safe.Create Psychological safety, so that every issue on your jobsite can be easily communicated.Support the show🌐 Website: www.peoplefirstleadership.ca📷 Instagram: @Jonathanacinelli📧 Email: JC@jonathancinelli.com📱 Phone: 416-717-4139This Episode is brought to you by our SponsorsTurmeriX®https://buyturmerix.ca/Code PEOPLEFIRST (all caps)Save $10 + free shippingIntelligent Changehttps://www.intelligentchange.com/Code: Jonathan10 (10% discount)Appreciate the content we provide?Support the show on Patreon! Click the link below to join the team.https://patreon.com/JonathanCinelli

October 8, 20253 min

STOP should'ing yourself + others

Send us Fan MailThe word should is debilitating; yet it's used by parents, professionals + humans everywhere.Awareness is the first step. Stop Should'ing yourself.It makes you feel worthless.In this episode we'll unpack:What the word "should" really is.How often "should" shows up + what it can really mean.What you can do about it.Keynote speaker, Consultant, Trainer + Performance Coach: www.jonathancinelli.comAuthor: Kick Your Ego aside and Put People FirstEducation: ProjectBitesIG@jonathanacinellifacebook.com/jonathancinellipmSupport the show🌐 Website: www.peoplefirstleadership.ca📷 Instagram: @Jonathanacinelli📧 Email: JC@jonathancinelli.com📱 Phone: 416-717-4139This Episode is brought to you by our SponsorsTurmeriX®https://buyturmerix.ca/Code PEOPLEFIRST (all caps)Save $10 + free shippingIntelligent Changehttps://www.intelligentchange.com/Code: Jonathan10 (10% discount)Appreciate the content we provide?Support the show on Patreon! Click the link below to join the team.https://patreon.com/JonathanCinelli

July 9, 20251 hr 33 min

Parenting in Uncertain Times: Helping Our Kids Through What We Can’t Always Fix

Send us Fan MailWhat do you do when your child wants to give up something they love? How do you support them when their mental health is struggling but they can’t explain why?In this heartfelt episode of the People First Podcast, Jonathan sits down with Nancy to talk about parenting through uncertainty, emotional burnout in young athletes, and how to actually support our kids’ mental health—not just talk about it.From real stories to uncomfortable truths, this episode explores: – The signs your child might not be okay (even if they seem “fine”) – Why passion and pressure can look the same from the outside – How to talk to your kids without fixing or dismissing what they feel – What parents need to unlearn to better support the next generationWhether you're raising athletes, creatives, or anything in between, this conversation will help you lead with presence, empathy, and clarity.🎧 Tune in. It might just change the way you talk to your kids.Support the show🌐 Website: www.peoplefirstleadership.ca📷 Instagram: @Jonathanacinelli📧 Email: JC@jonathancinelli.com📱 Phone: 416-717-4139This Episode is brought to you by our SponsorsTurmeriX®https://buyturmerix.ca/Code PEOPLEFIRST (all caps)Save $10 + free shippingIntelligent Changehttps://www.intelligentchange.com/Code: Jonathan10 (10% discount)Appreciate the content we provide?Support the show on Patreon! Click the link below to join the team.https://patreon.com/JonathanCinelli

June 11, 20251 hr 8 min

This ONE Thing Builds Trust Faster Than Anything Else

Send us Fan MailPresence builds connection. Connection builds trust. In this exclusive live talk, Jonathan Cinelli breaks down the everyday moments that shape how we lead, love, and live.With raw stories, surprising metaphors, and practical takeaways, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to lead with heart and create deeper impact.Featuring:How to build trust in 5 secondsThe NYC Hello Game (and why it matters)Leadership lessons from his sonCuriosity as a leadership skill🎙️ Subscribe & leave a review if this resonated, it means the world.Keywords: emotional intelligence, how to build trust, leadership skills, self-awareness, connection, curiosity, podcast on leadership, Jonathan CinelliSupport the show🌐 Website: www.peoplefirstleadership.ca📷 Instagram: @Jonathanacinelli📧 Email: JC@jonathancinelli.com📱 Phone: 416-717-4139This Episode is brought to you by our SponsorsTurmeriX®https://buyturmerix.ca/Code PEOPLEFIRST (all caps)Save $10 + free shippingIntelligent Changehttps://www.intelligentchange.com/Code: Jonathan10 (10% discount)Appreciate the content we provide?Support the show on Patreon! Click the link below to join the team.https://patreon.com/JonathanCinelli

May 14, 20251 hr 31 min

Everyone’s Dealing with Something — Mental Health, Parenting & Self-Awareness | People First Podcast

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the People First Podcast, we sit down again with Mark + Angelo for an unfiltered, deeply human conversation on topics that don’t get enough airtime, especially in male-dominated spaces like construction.We talk about:Grieving the loss of a close family member 💔The hard truths around emotional regulation and angerWhat it means to teach kids resilience in real-timeHow tech is changing home life (and how to reclaim it)Why strong relationships matter more than ever in businessIt’s not just about mental health, it’s about self-awareness, responsibility, and doing the inner work that fuels real growth.🎧 Listen now and share it with someone who needs to hear this.Support the show🌐 Website: www.peoplefirstleadership.ca📷 Instagram: @Jonathanacinelli📧 Email: JC@jonathancinelli.com📱 Phone: 416-717-4139This Episode is brought to you by our SponsorsTurmeriX®https://buyturmerix.ca/Code PEOPLEFIRST (all caps)Save $10 + free shippingIntelligent Changehttps://www.intelligentchange.com/Code: Jonathan10 (10% discount)Appreciate the content we provide?Support the show on Patreon! Click the link below to join the team.https://patreon.com/JonathanCinelli

April 30, 20251 hr 35 min

Resilience in Construction and Finding Calm with Jennifer Janssen

Send us Fan MailWe are BACK on The Construction Life—this time for a powerful conversation with the incredible Jennifer Janssen. From the Netherlands to Canada, Jennifer’s journey is all about resilience, clarity, and staying grounded in a high-pressure world.We dive into: 🖤 Navigating four losses in four days—and the support that helped her heal 🧘‍♀️ The power of routine, energy management, and calm under chaos 💡 Grief, growth, and finding perspective in the construction industry 🌍 How her engineering career shaped her life beyond the jobsite 🐴 Her deep connection to horses + coaching high-performance athletes 🔧 The challenges of bringing European insight into a traditional Canadian trade space 🎯 A fresh take on goal setting: trust the outcome, not the timelineThis one’s about grit, grace, and showing up—even when life gets heavy.Listen now and tap into a story that’ll shift your perspective.#ConstructionPodcast #Leadership #Resilience #MindsetMattersSupport the show🌐 Website: www.peoplefirstleadership.ca📷 Instagram: @Jonathanacinelli📧 Email: JC@jonathancinelli.com📱 Phone: 416-717-4139This Episode is brought to you by our SponsorsTurmeriX®https://buyturmerix.ca/Code PEOPLEFIRST (all caps)Save $10 + free shippingIntelligent Changehttps://www.intelligentchange.com/Code: Jonathan10 (10% discount)Appreciate the content we provide?Support the show on Patreon! Click the link below to join the team.https://patreon.com/JonathanCinelli

April 16, 20251 hr 41 min

Building a Balanced Business with Rob Cinapri: How Personal Growth Fuels Professional Success

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the People First Podcast, Jonathan Cinelli sits down with Rob Cinapri for an eye-opening conversation about the true foundation of lasting success — personal growth.Rob shares his real-world insights on why balancing personal well-being and business growth is the key to thriving in both life and leadership. From mastering the art of self-awareness to building relationships beyond the workplace, Rob reveals the tools and mindset shifts that every entrepreneur needs.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ Why personal growth is a non-negotiable for business success ✔️ How the Wheel of Life creates clarity and balance ✔️ The power of passion, purpose, and people in your business journey ✔️ Why strong personal connections lead to better leadership outcomesIf you’re looking to scale your business without losing yourself along the way, this conversation will help you realign, refocus, and redefine success.Support the show🌐 Website: www.peoplefirstleadership.ca📷 Instagram: @Jonathanacinelli📧 Email: JC@jonathancinelli.com📱 Phone: 416-717-4139This Episode is brought to you by our SponsorsTurmeriX®https://buyturmerix.ca/Code PEOPLEFIRST (all caps)Save $10 + free shippingIntelligent Changehttps://www.intelligentchange.com/Code: Jonathan10 (10% discount)Appreciate the content we provide?Support the show on Patreon! Click the link below to join the team.https://patreon.com/JonathanCinelli