$4M Strategies‪™‬ Carl J Cox

Join host Carl J. Cox as he welcomes Mark S. Lewis, author of Give a Damn, for an insightful conversation on creating a vibrant and effective company culture. Mark shares practical strategies for engaging employees and aligning them with the company's core values.
What You’ll Learn:
Analyzing Team Dynamics: Understand the importance of distinguishing A, B, and C players in your team and the impact of each on your culture.
Start, Stop, Keep Routine: Discover a straightforward approach to evolve your workplace practices based on team feedback.
Core Values Review: Learn how to refresh your company's core values to ensure they truly represent who you are and engage your team.
Mark emphasizes the significance of making core values visible and actionable within the workplace, fostering a sense of ownership and belonging among employees. He also discusses the benefits of regular team gatherings and personal interactions to strengthen team bonds and improve retention.
 
Connect with Mark:
Website: https://marklewisllc.com/ 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-s-lewis-053477/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/giveadamnthebook 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giveadamnbook/ 
Book GIVE A DAMN - The Ticket to Cultural Change: https://marklewisllc.com/the-book-give-a-damn/ 
Get Mark's free e-book on leadership: https://docsend.com/view/sp94feqzypjntism 
 
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In this insightful episode, Carl J. Cox is joined by JM Ryerson, an expert in transforming organizational culture. They dive into the critical topic of defining and simplifying a company's strategic culture to enhance cohesion and clarity across the board.
What You’ll Learn:
The Power of Clarity: Discover the importance of defining your company’s culture with precision and intention.
Three Core Values: JM explains why narrowing down to three core values can profoundly impact your organization’s alignment and recall.
Integrating Values into Vision: Learn how integrating a core value into your vision or mission statement can keep it active without overwhelming your team.
JM Ryerson shares his unique approach to doubling business revenue through strategic cultural alignment and the simplification of core values. This episode is a must-listen for business leaders and managers seeking to foster a strong, unified culture that drives success.
 
Connect with JM:
Website:  www.letsgowin.com 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jm-ryerson/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letsgowin365 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgowin365/ 
Get his Books Upgrade: https://a.co/d/05k9eIQy & Let's Go Win:  https://a.co/d/09mPdoPn
Get a Free Copy of the Book Lets’ Go Win: https://docsend.com/view/5awx2w6s7drsdh7e 
 
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In this must-listen episode, Carl J. Cox sits down with Trey Taylor, author of A CEO Only Does Three Things, to discuss the pivotal role of strategic culture in a company’s success. Trey dives deep into why culture is fundamentally the CEO’s responsibility and shares actionable strategies for shaping and sustaining it effectively.
Key Insights:
CEO's Role in Culture: Learn why the CEO must be the chief architect of company culture and cannot delegate this critical task.
Daily Prioritization: Discover Trey’s tactic of prioritizing culture before the daily grind begins, ensuring it remains at the forefront of every decision.
Impactful Leadership: Trey explains how focusing on culture first thing in the morning can significantly influence the overall effectiveness and mood of the team.
Trey emphasizes the importance of CEOs being proactive about culture every day, starting with mindful actions before checking emails or tackling to-do lists. This episode offers valuable lessons for leaders aiming to cultivate a thriving workplace where strategy and culture align seamlessly.
 
Connect with Trey:
Website:  www.trey-taylor.com 
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/treytaylor 
Facebook: www.facebook.com/treytaylor 
Twitter: www.x.com/treytaylorceo 
Book A CEO Only Does Three Things: Finding Your Focus in the C-Suite: https://a.co/d/02T9aVaS
 
#Strategicculture #4mstrategies #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #Podcast #CarlJCox #TreyTaylor
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Join host Carl J. Cox as he delves into the art of building a strategic culture with global speaker and motivational expert, Antoni Lacinai. In this enlightening episode, Antoni unpacks the essence of workplace culture and provides practical advice on cultivating an environment where employees thrive and excel.
What You’ll Learn:
Understanding Culture: Explore the foundational aspects of culture in the workplace and its impact on employee engagement and happiness.
Navigating Challenges: Antoni explains the "traffic light" system of cultural mindsets—from the red light of survival mode to the green light of peak performance.
Creating a Sustainable Environment: Insights into fostering a culture of safety, innovation, and compassionate leadership.
Antoni also emphasizes the importance of caring—caring for your employees, your mission, and the broader impact on the planet. This episode is a must-listen for leaders and managers aiming to inspire and lead with a sustainable, strategic vision.
Connect with Antoni: 
Website: https://antonilacinai.com 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacinai/ 
Books: https://antonilacinai.com/books/ 
 
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Welcome back to $4M Strategies, the best four minutes of business insights!
In our latest episode, we dive deep into a famous quote by Peter Drucker: "Culture eats strategy for breakfast." But what does this really mean for your business? And where does strategy fit in?
Carl J. Cox, a seasoned C-level executive and four-time startup founder, shares his unique perspective on balancing culture and strategy. With experience in leading companies to double in size, Carl argues that while culture is the backbone of every organization, strategy acts as the crucial roadmap that aligns efforts and sets clear objectives.
Tune in to discover how a trust-based culture ensures commitment and effective collaboration, while a strong strategy transforms potential into measurable outcomes. It's not about choosing one over the other but understanding how both are essential for lasting success.
Plus, Carl shares exciting personal news! Celebrating his 28th anniversary with his high school sweetheart, Sarah, and a big shoutout to his youngest daughter, Abby, for being named the 2024 Gatorade Soccer Player of the Year!
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Join host Carl J Cox as he dives into the importance of creating a strategic vision with special guest Lydia Sugarman, a seasoned entrepreneur and CEO of Venntive. With over 25 years of experience, Lydia shares her journey from an independent contractor to a visionary entrepreneur, offering invaluable insights into the development and significance of a strategic vision in business.
In This Episode:
Discover Lydia’s inspiring story of resilience and growth in the tech industry.
Learn how to navigate self-limiting tendencies and build a vision that aligns with your core values and ethics.
Gain practical tips on transitioning from being self-employed to becoming a successful entrepreneur.
Understand the importance of making advanced technology accessible to small businesses, leveling the playing field for competition.
Lydia’s passion for email marketing and her dedication to helping small businesses thrive shine through in this engaging conversation. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiring stories.
 
Connect with Lydia:
Website:   https://venntive.com 
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/lydiasugarman 
Twitter https://twitter.com/venntive
 
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