Welcome to Foster Insights
Where science meets humanity to make work… actually work.
How We Got Here
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated by the relationship between work and life—and how technology, leadership, and culture shape that experience. I’ve spent over a decade consulting with top organizations, helping them improve productivity, leadership, and engagement through the lens of behavioral science.
My core belief? When we make work better, we make life better.
But a little while ago, I hit a wall. More accurately—I burned out. And as someone who built a career advocating for healthier, more human-centered workplaces, I realized I needed to step back and take my own medicine. So, I did something that felt radical: I paused. I gave myself time to reflect, recover, and reconnect with the why behind my work.
Nine months later, I’m not “finished” (and that’s the point)—but I am ready. Ready to share what I’ve learned. Ready to question outdated assumptions about work. And ready to help leaders like you build workplaces that are as thoughtful and powerful as the people in them.
Why This Space
This Substack is a home for anyone who believes work can be better—and is ready to do something about it.
Whether you're a people leader trying to navigate change, a remote employee feeling disconnected, or simply a high achiever who's starting to feel the cracks of burnout—you’re not alone.
And you’re in the right place.
I’ll be drawing from organizational psychology, neuroscience, sports psychology, nutrition, and behavioral economics—distilling big ideas into small, actionable shifts. This is not another “hot take” space. It’s a grounded, evidence-based, deeply human exploration of what helps people thrive at work.
Expect a mix of:
Science-backed insights on the human experience at work
Tangible tools and frameworks to spark mindset shifts and behavior change
Stories and reflections that illuminate what’s possible when we reimagine how work works
A Bit About Foster Insights
This Substack is an extension of my consulting practice, Foster Insights. It’s where I partner with HR and business leaders to create human-centered, science-backed solutions for complex workplace challenges—from culture transformation to leadership development.
If you're looking for a more formal partnership, reach out directly via Linkedin or using the button below. I'd love to hear from you.
Whether you’re here to read, reflect, or reimagine your relationship with work—welcome. I’m glad you’re here.
Let’s make work better—together.
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Sarah Foster
Founder, Organizational Psychologist