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Kenny Lange on Creating Leaders Worth Following

Sep 9, 2024

Kenny Lange, an expert in leadership development and nonprofit engagement, shares his journey from setbacks to fostering high-performance teams. He discusses the unique mindsets of nonprofits and the importance of structured systems for impact, especially for vulnerable youth. Kenny emphasizes the power of personal storytelling and social media for authentic connections. He also delves into overcoming self-doubt and the necessity of open communication in leadership. Tune in for valuable insights on creating leaders worth following!

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Quick takeaways

Fostering a people-first culture enhances both employee satisfaction and profitability, as evidenced by Kenny Lang's success in revenue growth.

Effective communication and open dialogue within teams promote psychological safety, unlocking workforce potential and driving higher organizational performance.

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Building a People-First Culture

Creating a high-performance culture that prioritizes people is essential for long-term success in any organization. By implementing systems that align with the organization's values, leaders can foster an environment where individuals thrive personally and professionally. This approach not only enhances employee satisfaction but also drives profitability, as seen in Kenny Lang's experience with his previous agency, where revenue nearly doubled in two years. The focus on a people-first culture ensures that the well-being of employees is not sacrificed for the pursuit of profits.

Intro

2min

From Setbacks to Leadership: A Journey of Growth and Purpose

5min

Empowering Nonprofits: Strategies for Impact

11min

Navigating Leadership Collaboration

12min

Navigating Entrepreneurial Growth

16min

Empowering Leaders to Find Their Voice

5min

Reflections and Resources: Closing Thoughts on Leadership Insights

2min

Key Questions

(01:30) How did you get to where you are today?

(05:19) Who's your ideal client nowadays?

(06:15) Do you go more with the nonprofits just for the purpose aspect, or is their mind frame different?

(07:51) Do you help some nonprofits that, let's say, are a community, gymnastics type aspect, or is it more with some giving back, let's say?

(09:56) How do you get in front of those organizations that help in those ways?

(12:45) You had mentioned LinkedIn for getting in front of people and then your networking groups. Is there any other aspects or other social media platforms or anything?

(17:28) What are a couple, I don't really want to say mistakes, but things that people seem to do consistently when they first start working with you?

(21:21) I think you touched on it a couple of times, like how to fuel high performance teams without being the smartest person in the room. Is there anything on that that you'd like to elaborate on?

(23:53) And that ties in with focusing on organizations at scale without chasing people off, right?

(27:12) How would those affect your business?

(29:40) What do you think is your number one roadblock for getting to those goals?

(31:58) Do you think it was helpful that you had had that experience with selling within the agency before you started selling you?

(34:21) What's the best advice that you have ever received?

(45:07) Giving yourself permission to play?

(45:41) What's the best advice that you have ever given?

(50:55) Is there anything that we haven't talked about yet that you wanted to touch on?

(51:13) Where can we go to find out more about you and what you do?

Episode Notes:

Kenny Lange’s journey from agency owner to coach for nonprofits and purpose-driven founders.
Insights on building a people-first, high-performance culture.
The importance of communication and psychological safety in teams.
Kenny’s work with nonprofits that serve vulnerable youth.
Overcoming roadblocks: Scaling organizations without sacrificing culture.
Kenny’s personal mission and his unique approach to leadership.
How intentional rest and trust are vital to long-term success.
Key advice for young and new leaders on finding and using their voice.