Chris Dyer joins this episode to share his transformative journey from a self-proclaimed “crap boss” to a renowned expert in building exceptional company cultures. With decades of experience leading teams and consulting for top organizations, Chris offers invaluable insights for leaders looking to create workplaces where employees thrive. Through candid stories and research-backed strategies, Chris reveals the pitfalls that leaders often face when trying to improve culture and provides actionable solutions to foster collaboration, innovation, and engagement. He explains why culture isn’t just about slogans or perks but about intentional leadership and aligning organizational values with daily actions. Chris breaks down his Seven Pillars of Culture framework, detailing how transparency, recognition, and positive leadership can turn any workplace into a powerhouse of productivity and growth. His no-nonsense approach demystifies the process of cultural transformation, empowering leaders to address challenges and drive lasting change. Whether you’re a leader looking to turn around your company’s culture or an entrepreneur aiming to build a thriving organization from the ground up, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways. Chris’s practical wisdom and relatable delivery will inspire you to rethink your approach to leadership and culture. Key Takeaways: * The Seven Pillars of Culture and how to implement them effectively. * Why transparency is a game-changer for engagement and performance. * How to cultivate buy-in from employees at every level. * Real-world examples of turning culture into a competitive advantage. Head over to podcast.iamcharlesschwartz.com to download your exclusive companion guide, designed to guide you step-by-step in implementing the strategies revealed in this episode. KEY POINTS: 2:01 - Common Culture Mistakes: Chris explains the most frequent culture-related errors leaders make, including assuming culture is strong without evidence and neglecting to align actions with values. 4:14 - Employee Buy-In: Chris discusses the critical role of involving employees in shaping culture, highlighting strategies to engage them in defining shared values and goals. 9:54 - Weekly Employee Surveys: Chris introduces the concept of replacing outdated annual surveys with weekly one-question check-ins to gain real-time insights and foster a culture of continuous feedback. 14:39 - Seven Pillar Framework: Chris breaks down his Seven Pillars of Culture framework, detailing how transparency, recognition, and positivity can transform organizational culture into a competitive advantage. 17:03 - The Power of Recognition: Chris emphasizes the profound psychological impact of recognition in the workplace, showcasing how celebrating achievements boosts morale and engagement. 19:57 - Sharing Financials with Teams: Chris outlines how radical transparency in sharing financial performance with employees can reduce anxiety, foster trust, and encourage collaborative problem-solving. 22:14 - Creating a Positive Environment: Chris explains why positivity is essential for innovation and productivity, debunking myths about “toxic positivity” and showing how supportive workplaces drive success.
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Welcome to the I am Charles Schwartz show. In this episode, we explore the foundational elements of building exceptional company culture with Chris. As a seasoned entrepreneur and culture expert, Chris shares hard earned lessons from managing thousands of employees and reshaping workplaces into thriving hubs of collaboration and productivity.
From ditching outdated annual surveys to implementing weekly one-question check-ins, Chris uncovers actionable steps leaders can take to foster a workplace where employees feel heard, valued, and inspired.
We delve into the science-backed framework of the seven pillars of culture, transparency, positive leadership, recognition, and more that drive profitability, innovation, and employee engagement. If you've ever wondered how to align your team, amplify productivity, and unlock the full potential of your workforce, this conversation is for you.
Be prepared to challenge conventional thinking about leadership and discover strategies that transform workplaces from the ground up. Grab a notebook because you'll want to revisit these insights long after the episode ends. The show starts now. Welcome to the I Am Charles Schwartz Show, where we don't just discuss success, we show you how to create it.
On every episode, we uncover the strategies and tactics that turn everyday entrepreneurs into unstoppable powerhouses in their businesses and their lives. Whether your goal is to transform your life or hit that elusive seven, eight, or nine figure mark, we've got the blueprint to get you there. The show starts now. Hi, everybody. Welcome back to the show.
Chris, I'm ecstatic for you to be here with me. Thank you so much for joining. Hey, thanks for having me, man. Absolutely. So we were talking about a couple of different things about businesses and how to scale them. But one of the things you do better than everybody else is culture.
So for the people who don't know you, which I can't imagine there's many that don't, for those who don't know you, can you give us a little bit of debrief on who you are and what you do better than everyone else?
I'm a serial entrepreneur who had a big company that I sold at the end of 2021. Along the way, during my journey in managing thousands of people, I realized I was a crap boss and doing culture totally wrong. I had to figure out what we were actually supposed to do. I thought I was doing it great. Then one day you look in the mirror and you're like... It's like saying, oh, I'm really healthy.
And then you look in the mirror and you're fat. And it's like, huh, what I'm saying and what I'm doing are two different things. And so I realized I needed to change culture. And we did it. We did it really successfully. I worked with a lot of other big organizations to take it to them. And now I spend my time speaking and writing and helping companies make work not suck for people.
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