CSTG 201: Storytelling: The Secret Sauce of Great Cultures with Marshall Lockton

Culture isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the heartbeat of a thriving company! 💙

In this episode, Chad chats with Marshall Lockton — Chair & Partner of Knight Agency — about what it really means to be a people-first business. Spoiler alert: It’s not just putting it on the wall and calling it a day!

From storytelling and leadership empowerment to keeping culture alive as you scale, this convo is packed with insights (and a few laughs).

🎧 Tune in now and start building a workplace where people actually want to work!

 

Additional Resources: 

Connect with Marshall on LinkedIn

Listen to Marshall’s Podcast - The Third Layer

Learn more about Knight Agency

Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community!

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Key Takeaways:

• People-first leadership requires action, not just words. Employees need to feel valued and empowered daily.
• Culture starts at the top but must be reinforced at every level. Managers play a crucial role in carrying the message forward.
• Storytelling makes company values personal and meaningful, creating stronger employee connections.
• Recognition fuels engagement. Celebrating wins, big and small, reinforces the right behaviors.