Applying a Choice-Centric Model to the Workplace

#7 - How do you solve the root cause of a problem? You need to identify the choices that led to it. Seems simple enough, but like most things we talk about, there is more to it than meets the eye. In this episode, we’re talking about the different ways choice shows up at work and at home. We explore what choice actually is, how leaders can create a choice-centric workplace, and the similarities between belonging and choice. Then, we flip it to the home and explain how parents can apply these same principles with their kids. Shane shares the ways he asks for feedback at home and tips for creating a shared vision and future with your family. 

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Show Notes:

1. [00:50] How important choice is. 
2. [02:50] How does choice tie into emotional intelligence (EQ)?
3. [05:30] How does choice show up in the workplace?
4. [08:00] Why turnover isn’t a good measure of employee happiness.
5. [14:20] How belonging relates to choice. 
6. [17:00] How leaders can create belonging while giving choices. 
7. [18:45] Choice vs decisions. 
8. [20:30] The 3 elements of choice.
9. [27:00] Using EQ to motivate your team. 
10. [30:00] Manipulation vs motivation. 
11. [33:15] How to clearly define your company’s vision and mission.
12. [40:00] Why leaders might not notice the lack of choice in their workplace. 
13. [43:50] Creating a choice centric approach at home. 
14. [48:55] How does this apply to kids?
15. [50:10] Why you should be asking your kids for feedback. 
16. [53:00] How to create a shared vision and future. 
17. [55:00] What to expect from upcoming episodes.

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Book a free session with CultureSmith: https://www.culturesmithinc.com/
• Shane Wallace on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanewallaceculturesmith/ 
• Morgan Berna on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-berna/