Episode 28 Belonging, Culture, and the Pursuit of Good with Rana Hussain

What does it really mean to belong, in our workplaces, relationships, and within ourselves? In this powerful conversation, Luke sits down with Rana Hussain, inclusion and leadership expert and founder of Good Human, to explore the deep connection between belonging, authenticity, and performance.

They unpack how cultural intelligence and psychological safety shape strong teams, why accountability and empathy can coexist, and how rituals and human connection drive true performance. Rana also opens up about her personal faith, spirituality, and her evolving relationship with belonging, both internally and in the world around her.

Whether you lead a team or you’re just trying to lead yourself better, this episode dives into what it means to be both human and good.

Key Takeaways: 

• The real meaning of belonging and how to cultivate it

• How cultural intelligence helps us work across differences

• Why belonging and accountability can coexist in high-performing teams

• How rituals create stronger connection and trust at work

• The link between leadership, service, and humility

• The personal cost of code-switching and finding inner belonging

• How faith and spirituality shape Rana’s sense of purpose

• Why true success is about being a better human, not just achieving more