In this engaging conversation, Cas Majid, multiple-time agency founder and CEO of Wow Group, reveals the hidden dangers of perfectionist leadership that can poison agency culture. He shares his journey of recognizing toxic habits that dampened team morale and client satisfaction. The discussion covers essential leadership strategies, from empowering team members and enhancing communication to mastering delegation. Cas also reflects on personal growth, mentorship, and the vital role of self-awareness in fostering a thriving work environment.
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Toxic Work Environment
Cas Majid, driven by perfectionism, created a toxic work environment.
His team dreaded meetings, and he overreacted to minor mistakes.
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Step Back and Reflect
Step back from daily operations and reflect on your leadership style.
Establish a "safe space" with a trusted colleague for open communication.
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Team Withdrawal
Senior team members withdrawing and becoming less vocal indicates a problem.
Address the root cause instead of ignoring or dismissing their concerns.
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As the saying goes, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.” But what if you’re killing your culture without even realizing it?
Cas Majid, multiple-time agency founder & CEO of Wow Group, an agency to agencies, found himself in a similar situation. Realizing where one leadership habit was creating a nearly toxic work environment in his agency.
In today’s conversation with Cas, you’ll hear:
The culture-killing habit that lead to lower team morale & less client satisfaction
Agency Life 
