https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-person-behind-the-position--7263390enSociety & CultureCopyright Michael Chismhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/53eea96bea15a59d6bf0a6c6eb05e164.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-person-behind-the-position--7263390Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:06:10 +0000Michael ChismMichael Chismbehindtheposition@gmail.comWe often know what people do before we ever know who they are. The Person Behind the Position goes beyond titles, résumés, accomplishments, and expectations to discover the person carrying them. Through honest conversations with people from all walks...false5700565d-6e11-5df1-b4ba-6e95a4b9972aepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/learning-to-give-myself-grace-with-yolanda-fraction--75847832
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75847832Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0000Michael ChismThe Person Behind the Position | Featuring Yolanda Fraction. What happens when you're able to recognize the needs, limitations, and struggles of everyone around you, but have difficulty extending that same understanding to yourself?For nearly 20...
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>1555falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-calling-becomes-identity-with-mike-muccio--75731746
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75731746Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:00:03 +0000Michael ChismThe Person Behind the Position | Featuring Michael Muccio. Can you become so committed to your calling that you begin losing sight of the person behind it?Michael Muccio built a successful career in hospitality before an unexpected encounter with...
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>1502falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-achievement-isn-t-enough-with-mike-enos--75730786
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75730786Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:00:03 +0000Michael ChismThe Person Behind the Position | Featuring Mike Enos. What happens when you've accomplished everything you thought would make you happy, only to discover that something is still missing?For 25 years, Mike Enos followed the path he believed would lead...
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>1435falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-am-not-my-position-or-am-i--75847496
In this deeply personal solo episode of The Person Behind the Position, Michael reflects on a season of professional loss, financial uncertainty, unanswered questions, and unexpected self-discovery. From struggling to find employment and publishing books that didn't produce the results he'd hoped for, to returning to pastoral ministry and recognizing strengths he had overlooked, Michael shares what he's learning about the difference between what we do and who we are.This isn't a story about everything finally falling into place. It's about discovering that our worth, identity, and ability to grow don't have to disappear when our circumstances change.A question to consider: If every title and position you hold disappeared tomorrow, would you still know who you are? The Person Behind the Position — Because behind every title is a person.

We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75847496Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0000Michael ChismWhat happens when the positions you've spent years building your life around suddenly disappear?For years, Michael Chism was known by many titles: pastor, professor, author, real estate agent, and human resources professional. Each position came with...
In this deeply personal solo episode of The Person Behind the Position, Michael reflects on a season of professional loss, financial uncertainty, unanswered questions, and unexpected self-discovery. From struggling to find employment and publishing books that didn't produce the results he'd hoped for, to returning to pastoral ministry and recognizing strengths he had overlooked, Michael shares what he's learning about the difference between what we do and who we are.This isn't a story about everything finally falling into place. It's about discovering that our worth, identity, and ability to grow don't have to disappear when our circumstances change.A question to consider: If every title and position you hold disappeared tomorrow, would you still know who you are? The Person Behind the Position — Because behind every title is a person.

We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>562falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-can-recreate-myself-again--75691293
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75691293Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0000Michael ChismFor Joy Yafit Pascal, a backpacking adventure in Nepal became a defining moment when a rafting accident left her fighting to survive in a powerful river. But surviving the accident was only part of the story. She still had to find the courage to...
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>1664falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-success-becomes-who-you-are--75690157
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75690157Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:00:04 +0000Michael ChismWhat happens when the business you're building becomes the measure of who you are?For Steve Barton, growing a business from $200,000 to $2 million wasn't simply a professional achievement. It raises a deeper question about the relationship between...
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>1567falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/successful-but-not-satisfied--75318299
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75318299Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:40:02 +0000Michael ChismWhat happens when you’ve built a successful life but realize you’re not satisfied with the life you’re living?In this episode of The Person Behind the Position, Michael Chism sits down with Ted Kopecko, an architect, entrepreneur, businessman, real...
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>2305falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-need-me--75213342
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75213342Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:00:02 +0000Michael ChismWhat happens when nobody needs you anymore?For years, Michael Chism was needed. As a pastor, HR leader, professor, and professional, there was always somewhere to be, someone calling, something to solve, or someone depending on him.Then the calls...
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>558falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-three-things-everyone-needs--75024789
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75024789Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:00:03 +0000Michael ChismThe Three Things Everyone Needs What do decades of climbing mountains, building a business, developing teams, and taking risks teach you about what really matters? In this episode of The Person Behind the Position, Michael Chism sits down with David...
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>1647false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-parts-of-ourselves-we-hide-at-work--75017276www.careerprepsolutions.com and @careerprepsolutions (tiktok and Instagram). You'll be glad you did!

We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75017276Mon, 14 Sep 2026 05:50:02 +0000Michael ChismWhat happens when getting the position means feeling like you have to hide part of who you are? In this episode of The Person Behind the Position, Michael Chism sits down with Julie Gartell for a candid conversation about career, motherhood,...www.careerprepsolutions.com and @careerprepsolutions (tiktok and Instagram). You'll be glad you did!

We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>1726false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-if-i-don-t-know--74729505
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74729505Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:00:02 +0000Michael ChismThree simple words—“I don’t know”—can carry more weight than we realize. In this episode of The Person Behind the Position, Michael Chism reflects on his own complicated relationship with admitting when he didn’t know something. Sometimes those words...
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>983false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-don-t-walk-away-empty--74543433
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74543433Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0000Michael ChismEvery position leaves us with something.In this episode of The Person Behind the Position, Michael reflects on the skills, successes, failures, habits, and lessons we carry from one experience into the next. Years of experience can teach us a lot—but...
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>730·,career,development,growth,lessons,personal,professional,self-awarenessfalse3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-the-position-becomes-your-identity--74280126
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74280126Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:27:51 +0000Michael ChismWhat happens when what you do becomes who you believe you are?In this episode of The Person Behind the Position, we explore how our jobs, titles, and responsibilities can become connected to our identity—and what happens when those positions change or...
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>793false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-position-doesn-t-make-you--74178338
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74178338Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:42:59 +0000Michael ChismWe often introduce ourselves by what we do—pastor, professor, HR director, teacher, executive, line worker. But a position can tell you what someone does without telling you who they are. In the first episode of The Person Behind the Position, Michael...
We often know people by what they do, but there's always more to the person than the title they carry. The Person Behind the Position explores the stories, experiences, struggles, growth, and humanity that exist beyond the job description. Hosted by Michael Chism. Follow the podcast and join the conversation as we discover the people behind the titles, roles, and responsibilities we encounter every day. Who are you behind the position?]]>703false1full