

The Flourishing Culture Leadership Podcast
Al Lopus
This is what a flourishing workplace culture looks and feels like.  Listen to inspiring stories told by actual Best Christian Workplace leaders and other experts. Each week, you will discover how you can build a flourishing workplace and a thriving organization. Hosted weekly by Al Lopus, Cofounder & Board Chair of Best Christian Workplaces.  Learn more at www.workplaces.org.
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Dec 18, 2023 • 51min
368: Leadership Under Pressure: Rob McKenna's Guide to Thriving in the Hot Seat // Dr. Rob McKenna, WiLD Leaders
 Dr. Rob McKenna, CEO of WiLD Leaders, discusses essential practices for leaders under pressure, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal values with work. They explore the benefits of employee engagement surveys, challenge the concept of high potential, and prioritize readiness. They also talk about upcoming projects and culture assessment. The hosts express gratitude and provide information on connecting with Dr. McKenna and supporting flourishing workplaces. 

Dec 11, 2023 • 57min
367: Behind the Boardroom Curtain: Best Practices, No-Nos, and Workplace Wisdom // John Pearson, John Pearson Associates
 Does your board have good governance? In this episode featuring John Pearson, you'll discover the essential elements of a healthy board that lead to extraordinary outcomes. John Pearson is the president of John Pearson Associates, and he helps nonprofit organizations in vision implementation.  Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/367johnpearson Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2  By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on X https://twitter.com/allopus Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at al@workplaces.org 

Dec 4, 2023 • 53min
366: Inspiring Leadership: 7 Tips for Building Trust and Boosting Morale at Work // Dr. Sam Adeyemi
 Tune in for a power-packed session on cultivating the skills to evolve into an inspiring leader who ignites excellence in others. In this episode, Dr. Sam Adeyemi, author of Dear Leader: Your Flagship Guide to Successful Leadership, will share the leadership traits necessary to influence the culture in your organization.  Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/366drsamadeyemi Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2  By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on X https://twitter.com/allopus Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at al@workplaces.org 

Nov 27, 2023 • 45min
365: How to Build Strong Faith Amidst Loss and Leadership Challenges // Jerry White
 Do you wonder how to grow a faith foundation that will sustain you through all the seasons of your life? Discover how Jerry White kept going after experiencing inevitable losses and disappointments. Jerry is the international president emeritus for The Navigators and author of Dangers Men Face: Overcoming the Greatest Threats to Living Life Well. Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/365jerrywhite Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2  By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on X https://twitter.com/allopus Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at al@workplaces.org 

Nov 20, 2023 • 46min
364: 3 Key Ingredients for a Flourishing Rescue Mission: Fun, Communication, and Frontline Empowerment // Linda Uveges, The City Mission
 Would you like to improve your employees' passion for your mission? Linda Uveges, CEO of The City Mission, shares about connecting with your employees by listening and openly sharing information. This will build trust and engagement with your team and help your organization exceed its goals.  Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/364lindauveges Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2  By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on X https://twitter.com/allopus Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at al@workplaces.org 

Nov 13, 2023 • 45min
363: Feedback, Growth, and Engagement: Dow Smith's Journey to Building a High-Performance Workplace // Dow Smith, Dow Smith Contracting
 Discover how you can build a workplace culture where your revenues quadruple in five years, your employees flourish, and you have a very low turnover in a highly competitive labor market. Learn more from Dow Smith, founder and visionary of Dow Smith Contracting, a design-build firm that specializes in churches, healthcare, commercial construction, and other projects.  Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/363dowsmith Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2  By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on X https://twitter.com/allopus Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at al@workplaces.org   

Nov 6, 2023 • 42min
362: From Sunday to Monday: Making Your Faith Relevant in the Workplace // Dr. JoAnn Flett, Center for Faithful Business
 How do you integrate your faith and work, especially when leading in a marketplace setting? Dr. JoAnn Flett, executive director of the Center for Faithful Business at Seattle Pacific University, joins us to discuss the value of living out your faith in your daily work.  Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/362drjoannflett Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2  By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on X https://twitter.com/allopus Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at al@workplaces.org 

Oct 30, 2023 • 49min
361: Scaling Up Your School: Fostering Flourishing Workplace Culture During Rapid Expansion // Ryan Hyde, Calvary Christian School
 Consider the scenario where you're tasked with overseeing your organization as it rapidly triples in size, all the while nurturing a thriving workplace culture. How would you go about enabling this remarkable growth? Ryan Hyde, at Calvary Christian School in Bellefontaine, Ohio, shares several key initiatives that have been foundational to their growth.  Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/361ryanhyde Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2  By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on X https://twitter.com/allopus Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at al@workplaces.org   

Oct 23, 2023 • 42min
360: Inspiring Employee Growth: Keys to Employee Engagement and a Thriving Business // Robb Wilson, Wilson Lumber
 Do your employees live out your values throughout your business? Listen to Robb Wilson, the third-generation leader of the family business Wilson Lumber, as he highlights how a growing and thriving business can provide a healthy workplace where employees are engaged and inspired to grow. Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/360robbwilson Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2  By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on X https://twitter.com/allopus Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at al@workplaces.org 

Oct 16, 2023 • 43min
359: Biblical Business: Navigating Profit and Purpose in Modern Society // Jeff Van Duzer
 Do you ever ponder the role of business and profit in our society through the lens of Christianity? Jeff Van Duzer, the author of Why Business Matters to God (And What Still Needs to Be Fixed), delves into the connection between theology and business. He discusses how having a clear understanding of our purpose and calling can positively impact the world. Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/359jeffvanduzer Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2  By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on X https://twitter.com/allopus Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at al@workplaces.org   


