In this episode of Growing Your Business with People, Jeff Lackey interviews Tom Jewett and Jessi Guenther, two long-tenured executives at Allegis Global Solutions.
They discuss the importance of culture in shaping a successful organization, especially during challenging times. Tom and Jessi share their experiences and insights on how to build and maintain a strong company culture, the role of leadership in driving culture, and the impact of culture on decision-making. They emphasize the value of servant leadership, the importance of creating a safe environment for failure, and the need to prioritize culture over other business priorities.
Key Takeaways:
➡️ Building a strong company culture is essential for long-term success and growth.
➡️ Servant leadership and level five leadership are key components of a successful culture.
➡️ Creating a safe environment for failure allows for growth and innovation.
➡️ Leaders should prioritize culture over other business priorities, even during challenging times.
➡️ Treating people with care and respect, both during their tenure and when they leave the organization, is crucial for maintaining a positive culture.
IN THIS VIDEO:
00:00:00 | Introduction
00:02:00 | Allegiance Global Solutions grew from a small staffing organization to a $14.5 billion revenue global company.
00:09:01 | Culture enabled Jessi and Tom to stay at Allegiance for over 25 years
00:14:29:13 | Leaders caring for their employees' growth
00:19:11 | Jessi Guenther shares her experience of leading
00:22:36 | Tom shares a success story of giving someone an opportunity.
00:26:12 | Tom discusses how culture played a role in overcoming difficult business challenges
00:30:54 | Jessie shares the importance of treating people well on their way out
00:33:39 | Advice for CEOs on building culture and teams
00:39:27 | Building trust through feedback and growth opportunities
00:40:32:16 Conclusion and invitation to like, subscribe, and share the podcast
Special thanks to all those who encouraged me to do this podcast, with a special thanks to my son Jeffrey who challenged/inspired me to do this podcast, Vinnie and Emmett who have helped to post and promote it, and Aubrey who has provided me with good, constructive feedback along the way! Love, Dad
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