Acta Non Verba Kathleen Sypniewski on the Culture of Leadership, the 80/80 Principle, and How Men and Woman Deal with Ego Differently
On this episode of Acta Non Verba, host Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Kathleen Sypniewski, Chief Cultural Officer and co-owner of SSLC Plumbing. Kathleen shares her journey of building a thriving company culture, overcoming personal and professional adversity, and the power of leadership rooted in action, not words. Together, they discuss the importance of self-leadership, honest communication, and creating a workplace where people and business flourish.
Episode Highlights:
- The Origin Story & Rapid Growth [0:49]
Kathleen describes the founding of SSLC Plumbing, starting with just two people and growing to over $50 million in revenue in four years. - The Role of a Chief Cultural Officer [3:17]
Kathleen explains what it means to be a Chief Cultural Officer, her transition into the role, and how she fosters a people-first culture. - Personal Redemption & Extreme Ownership [14:07]
Kathleen shares a powerful story of her husband Scott’s personal transformation, the impact of extreme ownership, and how it changed their business and marriage. - Leadership Lessons for Women [26:10]
Kathleen and Marcus discuss leadership from a woman’s perspective, overcoming fear, and the importance of self-leadership and honest feedback.
Kathleen Sypniewski is the Chief Cultural Officer and co-owner of SSLC Plumbing in Colorado Springs. A dedicated leader and proud mother of four, Kathleen is passionate about building strong relationships, accountability, and growth within her company. She champions a culture of leadership, teamwork, humility, and ownership, helping both people and business thrive.
Learn more about SSLC Plumbing: https://ssllc.pro/
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