Episode 263 - Practical Steps for Faith Driven Leadership with Tom Ferguson
Aug 29, 2023
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Former CEO Tom Ferguson shares practical steps for faith-driven leadership in business, including starting small with chaplaincy and care teams. He emphasizes the importance of integrating faith into company values and creating an inclusive workplace culture. The podcast explores his journey towards faith-driven profitability and growth, navigating financial challenges, and establishing a sustainable entrepreneurship rooted in faith.
Start small and work way up when integrating faith at work.
Creating a culture of faith leads to improved employee engagement and profitability.
Deep dives
Tom Ferguson's Spiritual Journey in Business
Tom Ferguson, the president and CEO of AZZ Incorporated, shares his journey of realizing the value of spiritual integration in his work life and how it positively impacted his company. Initially keeping his work and spiritual life separate, Ferguson transitioned to embracing faith-driven initiatives in the workplace to allow employees to bring their whole selves to work.
Integrating Faith Into Company Culture
Ferguson emphasizes the importance of bringing faith into the workplace and shares initiatives like Bible studies and faith-based messages that he implemented. He highlights the significance of creating a culture where employees can grow personally, professionally, and spiritually, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
Positive Business Outcomes from Faith Integration
Through embracing Christian ideals and principles in the company, Ferguson discusses the positive business outcomes that resulted. These include improved employee engagement, better leadership practices, and increased profitability, showcasing the transformative impact of faith integration on business success.
Sustainable Faith Integration and Leadership Legacy
Focusing on sustainability, Ferguson reflects on finishing his leadership journey with joy by leaving behind a platform that maintains integrated faith principles. Inspired by his study of Acts, he prioritizes creating a lasting culture that upholds faith values for future leaders to follow.