Intro

Is your team’s poor performance actually your fault? The answer will surprise you and forever change how you view leadership and company culture.

In episode 39 of The Wisdom of Wrench Podcast, host Kevin Comerford and special guest Ray Dias unpack the powerful common service language item: "if it's meant to be, it's up to me." They reveal why true leadership starts with extreme ownership and break down the three simple rules you can use to stop blaming your team and start building a culture of accountability.

If you are tired of excuses and ready for your team to finally take real ownership of their work, this episode provides the roadmap. Discover how your mindset, your actions, and your words hold the key to unlocking your team’s full potential and creating a winning environment.

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Chapters:

0:00 - The Single Most Important Mindset for Success 

1:21 - The Core Principle: If It's Meant To Be, It's Up To Me 

2:54 - The 3 Pillars of Building a Winning Company Culture 

3:29 - Who Is Actually in Charge of Company Culture? 

4:15 - What Is the "Extreme Ownership" Mindset? 

5:53 - How to Lead with the Mindset of a Pioneer 

7:21 - Why You Must Believe "Everything Is Your Fault" 

9:02 - The "Crying Baby on a Plane" Analogy for Taking Ownership 

10:17 - A Guide to Dealing with Low Team Engagement 

11:52 - Why You Need to Go "All In" or Get Out 

13:23 - How Your Actions Create or Destroy Your Culture 

13:51 - The Surprising Power of Everyday Consistency 

15:03 - Are Your Words Building Up or Tearing Down Your Team? 

17:54 - How to Influence Others Without Being Pushy 

18:56 - The #1 Communication Mistake Leaders Make 

20:21 - How to Make People Believe Your Idea Was Theirs 

21:41 - The Secret to Becoming the "Sunshine and Light" for Your Team 

23:02 - Episode Recap: Mindset, Example, and Influence 

24:56 - Why the Future of Your Company Is in Your Hands