How Leaders Lead with David Novak 3 More Questions (Klaus Kleinfeld) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
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Sep 22, 2025 In this engaging discussion, leaders tackle the essential topic of measuring motivation through culture surveys and storytelling. They delve into energy management, highlighting the importance of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Listeners learn about transforming ambitious dreams into tangible results through follow-up and focus, offering actionable insights for effective leadership. The conversation aims to inspire leaders to foster high-performance environments while balancing personal energy and visionary execution.
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You Gave Us Our Soul Back
- David recalls Klaus valuing human capital over financial capital as central to driving business results.
- Klaus's employee telling him "you gave us our soul back" illustrated that cultural renewal translates to performance.
Measure Motivation With Surveys And Stories
- Do run formal culture surveys to measure motivation and track how people feel about company values.
- Seek stories that show people connect to a noble cause to reveal real motivation beyond surveys.
Purpose Trumps Paycheck For Motivation
- Humans want to belong to something noble, not something mediocre, and leaders should articulate that noble cause clearly.
- Defining a purpose (e.g., affordable food, delighting customers) transforms work into meaningful motivation.