As we start the new year, perhaps the biggest question that should be at the top of our minds is: how to build a great team. Your team is the lynch pin between your purpose and your strategy. You can have the greatest purpose in the world, and you can have devised the greatest strategy to achieve it, but without a team to make it happen, it’s just a dream. In Matthew Kelly’s book, Culture Solution, he says:  “Culture is the ultimate competitive advantage of our age.”Are you leaning into this advantage? How are you leaning into it this year?A third of your employees potentially do not feel fulfilled in their work, which makes them nearly 400% more likely to actively look for another job, and 340% more likely to leave the organization within a year. There is a hard cost to not being intentional about creating a culture where employees are fulfilled. This week, Jenni talks about why employee fulfillment is critical to your organization, what happens when employees are fulfilled (and when they are not), and offers some practical steps to take this week to evaluate fulfillment within your team. Steps to take this week:Do some self-reflection - how fulfilled do you feel in your work? Are you more engaged or less engaged as you start this year? Do you derive significance from the work you are doing? If yes - what about it feels fulfilling, and why? If no - where do you feel the disconnect?Evaluate each of your employees - how fulfilled do they seem? Rate them on a scale of 1-5 (1 = unfulfilled, 5 = extremely fulfilled)Pay attention to ways you can connect your team to the purpose of your organizationConnect with JenniLet us know what you thought of this week’s episode - you can connect with Jenni on Instagram and Facebook at Get4Sight or on LinkedIn at The4SightGroup.Your Next StepLooking for even more leadership resources to help you and your team thrive this year? Sign up for Jenni’s free Insights newsletter at get4sight.com. We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

During the Covid pandemic, 150 million people were pushed back into global poverty and 20 million girls left the classroom, many to never return again. For companies like Noonday Collection and Sseko Designs, continuing to provide economic opportunities for the communities they have been supporting for over a decade became even more critical - and the best way to do it was by doing it together.In this week’s episode, Jenni talks with Jessica Honegger, founder of Noonday Collection, and Liz Bohannon, founder of Sseko Designs. Jessica and Liz recently went through a merger & acquisition process and are now serving as co-owners of Noonday Collection. Noonday Collection works with over 30 artisan businesses and over 2500 artisan partners around the world, and has funded a million dollars of adoptions for families in the US.Jess and Liz share the mission and values that drive them, their passion for collaboration over competition, how going forward together was better for both of them, and what it means to now have a stunt-double business partner.They also answer questions about how they merged cultures, how coaching helped them work through the change, and why keeping short accounts and giving generous assumptions are critical to their day-to-day success. Jess and Liz model what healthy, God-honoring leadership looks like and what it looks like to collaborate, not compete, as they lean into the best of each other.Connect with NoondayUse your purchasing power for good by shopping ethically at www.noondaycollection.com (check out their new coffee!) and learn more on Instagram and FacebookYour Next StepFor a next step, check out our 4Sight Women in Leadership Coaching Intensive. This 6 month virtual coaching experience is designed to help women thrive in their leadership and navigate complexity with wisdom and confidence. Next intensive starts February 2023, and guys - there are women on your teams who would love to be part of this and we encourage you to share it with them! Registration and early bird pricing is open now. Come join us for the encouragement, practical tools and skills you need to lead in challenging times.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

According to Forbes, Convoy of Hope is one of the 50 largest charities in the nation. Convoy of Hope has a driving passion to feed the world, feeding over 500,000 children every day in schools, training mothers to start their own businesses, helping 10s of thousands of families & farmers, responding to natural disasters around the world, and so much more.In this week’s episode, Jenni chats with Hal Donaldson, President and Co-Founder of Convoy of Hope. They talk about the surprising significance of small vision, what it means to do the next kind thing, why the secret sauce of Convoy of Hope is the culture, and the surprising role Mother Teresa played in the start of the organization.Hal shares incredible stories of the rhythm of hardships and miracles they have experienced, what Convoy of Hope employees would say the organization values most, and also some practical dynamics of having a large 500-person team spread all over the world.ResourcesLearn more about Convoy of Hope and how you can support their mission at www.convoyofhope.orgConnect with HalVisit Hal’s website at www.haldonaldson.org to learn more about him, check out his books, “Disruptive Compassion” and “Your Next 24 Hours.”We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

In his book, The 6-Types of Working Genius, Patrick Lencioni writes, “Teams and organizations that help people tap into their God-given talents are much more successful and productive than those that don’t.” But how do you help your team do that when you don’t have clarity about your own gifts and talents? In this week’s episode, Jenni chats with Carey O’Connor about one of their favorite team assessments, Lencioni’s Working Genius. Working Genius is 20% a personality assessment and 80% a productivity tool specifically designed for teams. Jenni and Carey are both certified in Working Genius and are passionate about using the tool to help leaders discover the best way to align their teams for success. Carey is a 4Sight Coach and co-lead pastor with her husband who loves helping leaders and teams find clarity & confidence in their roles. Jenni and Carey unpack working genius, working competency, and working frustration, the three stages of work (ideation, activation, implementation), and why every job is a “6 letter job.” They also offer real-life examples from their own leadership that show why it’s so important to have all 6 working geniuses on your team, and why bringing them in at the right time is essential to productivity and success. Jenni and Carey also offer some practical solutions once you’ve identified potential working genius gaps in your team.Working Genius WIDGET (a quick look at the 6 types of working genius and how they fit together): Wonder - is there a need?Invention - yes, and I have an idea!Discernment - have you thought about this?Galvanizer - guys, this is going to be great and here’s how we’re going to do it!Enablement - how can I help?Tenacity - let’s make sure it’s on time and 100% completeResourcesTake the Working Genius Assessment Connect with CareyIf you would like Carey to lead a Working Genius workshop for your team you can email her at carey@get4sight.comConnect with 4Sight!Have you taken the Working Genius assessment? Email us at podcast@4sight.com and tell us what you’re learning and how it has benefited you or your team. If you’re curious about the assessment, visit www.workinggenius.com to get started, then email podcast@get4sight.com to request a free team map from Jenni or Carey. Your Next StepFor a next step, check out our 4Sight Women in Leadership Coaching Intensive. This 6 month virtual coaching experience is designed to help women thrive in their leadership and navigate complexity with wisdom and confidence. Next intensive starts February 2023, and guys - there are women on your teams who would love to be part of this and we encourage you to share it with them! Registration and early bird pricing is open now. Come join us for the encouragement, practical tools and skills you need to lead in challenging times.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

When leaders lead themselves well, the entire team benefits. So why do many of us find it difficult to ask for help, simplify our routines, or create sustainable rhythms?In this week’s episode, Jenni interviews Eric Allen, owner of Holistic Life Consultants, an organization that provides counseling and coaching to people all over the United States. Eric and Jenni talk about practical things leaders can do for self-care, simple tips to change your weekly routine and reduce stress, and why it’s ok to give 100% of your passion to the work you love.This week, take a look at your schedule and find a few ways you can simplify your routine to reduce stress. What are the simple things that can be rejuvenating at the end of your day?Connect with EricWebsite: www.holisticlifeconsultants.comEmail: ericallen@holisticlifeconsultants.com Schedule a free 15-minute call: www.calendly.com/hlcConnect with 4Sight!Email podcast@get4sight.com and let us know: What did you find helpful today? How can we serve you better? What questions are you wrestling with? We would love to serve you on your leadership journey.Your Next StepFor a next step, check out our 4Sight Women in Leadership Coaching Intensive. This 6 month virtual coaching experience is designed to help women thrive in their leadership and navigate complexity with wisdom and confidence. Next intensive starts February 2023, and guys - there are women on your teams who would love to be part of this and we encourage you to share it with them! Registration and early bird pricing is open now. Come join us for the encouragement, practical tools and skills you need to lead in challenging times.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

According to a Gallup poll, only 26% of employees strongly agree that the feedback they receive helps them do better work. As leaders, providing helpful and productive feedback is a skill that we have to learn. It’s a simple task that takes an extraordinary amount of work and thoughtfulness. So, how do we do it well? How do you create a culture where feedback is given and received; it’s normal and expected; and is appropriate and productive?In this week’s episode, Jenni shares 3 elements of a healthy culture of feedback and offers encouragement and practical steps to help you evaluate your organization’s culture of feedback. Jenni discusses the importance of shared expectations, the difference between coaching and criticism, and what psychological safety is - and is not. This week, take an inventory and ask yourself if your organization has shared expectations around feedback, are you giving and receiving feedback as coaching, and how trusting is our environment? Is there anything I can do to help us move forward in creating a healthy culture of feedback?Connect with us!Email podcast@get4sight.com and let us know: What did you find helpful today? How can we serve you better? What questions are you wrestling with? We would love to serve you on your leadership journey.Your Next StepFor a next step, check out our 4Sight Women in Leadership Coaching Intensive. This 6 month virtual coaching experience is designed to help you thrive in your leadership and navigate complexity with wisdom and confidence. Next intensive starts February 2023. Registration and early bird pricing is open now! Come join us for the encouragement, practical tools and skills you need to lead in challenging times.Resources“Think Again” by Adam GrantWe need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

Leading from the heart is about earning influence through relationships rather than authority. It’s developing the art of emotional intelligence. But what if you aren’t naturally wired to be a relational leader?In this week’s episode, Jenni interviews Steve Caton, Founder and CEO of Altezza. For over 30 years, Steve Caton has been that guy; the one who comes into emerging growth companies and takes responsibility for growing their revenues and developing systems that propel them forward. Steve is probably most known for his leadership at Church Community Builder (CCB), which went from a boutique technology company to a leading Church Management Software platform in the space of 5 years.Jenni and Steve talk about the importance of relational leadership and how to build that skill if it doesn’t come naturally, the challenges of shifting from a producer to leading teams, practical work/life balance suggestions, and the mistakes leaders make when they’re stressed or uncertain. Steve also shares the three significant values that have shaped his leadership.For a next step, check out our 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership Course. Too many leaders feel overwhelmed and ill-equipped to lead. If you can relate to that challenge, you might be asking yourself some questions. What does great leadership look like? How do you become a healthy extraordinary leader? In this course, Jenni walks you through a framework for leadership that will be an anchor in your growth journey as you pursue self-discovery and self-awareness to lead both yourself and others better.  Connect:Connect with Steve on LinkedInResources:The 4 Dimensions of Leadership by Jenni CatronXPastor Free 2 Day Staffing Workshop - October 27 & 28We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

Les McKeown once wrote, “There’s only one place you can ever start leading from: where you are right now.” But what if “where you are” is right in the middle of what feels like chaotic white-water rapids? When everything you’ve always done no longer works to grow your business, where do you go next?In this week’s episode, Jenni interviews Scott Ritzheimer, Founder and CEO of Scale Architects. Scott helps businesses across the country identify the right growth strategies and find the right guides to get them on the fast-track to Predictable Success and stay there as long as possible. If you feel like you could use an experienced guide to help you navigate the white-water season you’re in, Scott will help you identify where you are and equip you with the tools you need to get to where you want to go.For a next step, we encourage you to explore the resources available at Scale Architects: Find out what stage your business is in and receive unique insights into the specific strategies you need to succeed using the free Lifecycle Quiz. There are four different leadership styles, and you need all four to scale. You can take the quiz yourself or sign up for a free assessment of your entire leadership team.Resources:The Secrets of the High Demand Coach Podcast - listen to Jenni’s episode herePredictable Success by Les McKeownWe need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

There’s a familiar quote from the Greek philosopher Heraclitus, who said, “Change is the only constant in life.” The tension with this statement is that we are naturally wired for comfort. Perhaps our pursuit is really a longing for peace. Maybe it’s for control. But what we do know is that change is inevitable, so we can either resist it or embrace it. Logically we know that change is a part of life, and it is certainly a part of leadership, but history is a graveyard of leaders and organizations that were unwilling to navigate change at critical moments. As the leader, the change must start with you. You must embrace it first to lead us through it. You must get gut-level honest with yourself about what must change in order for your organization to thriveIn this week’s episode, Jenni introduces us to the “Keep/Start/Stop” exercise and teaches us how to embrace change with three simple steps that will help us identify what must change, why we’re resisting change, and how we can involve our teams in the process. We want to hear from you! Email podcast@get4sight.com to share your “what must change” take-away from today’s episode, what questions we can answer in a future episode, or which guests you would love to hear from!For a next step, we encourage you to connect with one of our trained and experienced 4Sight Group: Leadership Coaches to help you navigate leading through change and determining what must change. All leaders agree that the culture of your organization matters. But culture starts with you! Transform your team from disengaged to thriving, from divided to collaborative, and from toxic to trusting.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

We all want to lead our teams well, to make a difference and to be successful in our endeavors. But we've also found ourselves in moments where we feel stuck, or in situations where we look back on our day, bewildered and frustrated, wondering why things just didn’t go well.Often, our feelings of being stuck or frustrated come back to a simple but difficult truth: we're just not leading ourselves well. That's the bad news. The good news is, it's never too late to learn to lead yourself better! But what exactly are the skills leaders need to be successful? How do we stop making leadership decisions based on our survival and instead focus on the welfare of our teams?In this week’s episode, Jenni teaches us about a key facet of leading ourselves well: self-awareness. In a study of 72 private and public companies, a high self-awareness score was the overall predictor of success. Self-awareness equips us to lead others in a way that leads to results, and those we influence get our best engagement when we know ourselves well and are leaning into our strengths. In this episode, you'll learn the 3 reasons self-awareness is essential, as well as 3 steps to take toward greater self-awareness.This week, prioritize time to consider how you would answer this question: What do you:ThinkFeelBelieve How do others experience you, and what would you like to change?For a next step, we encourage you to connect with one of our trained and experienced 4Sight Group: Leadership Coaches to help you navigate your self-leadership questions and goals. All leaders agree that the culture of your organization matters. But culture starts with you! Transform your team from disengaged to thriving, from divided to collaborative, and from toxic to trusting.We need your help to get the Lead Culture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us:Leave a Review - head over to Apple podcasts (even if that’s not where you listen) and leave a review! This will help more people find us when they search for leadership podcasts. Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts.Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!