The Power of Peer Learning & Leadership Growth featuring Mike Sharrow

"Now's the time to invest in your people more than ever. How do you lean in and address their anxiety, their distress? How do you have open conversations? How do you support them and care for them? And how do you invite them to be part of the process?"

In this episode of Lead with Culture, Mike Sharrow, CEO of C12 Business Forums, explores the multidimensional aspects of modern leadership. Mike discusses the evolving role of Christian values in leadership, the significance of intentional company culture, and the effective use of peer learning to address professional challenges. He shares experiences from his global travels, comparing leadership practices across markets, and underscores the importance of continuous improvement within organizations. 

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Continuously assess and improve using tools like scorecards to address engagement, quality, and growth
• Seek peer feedback and coaching to gain insights, challenge assumptions, and make better decisions
• Invest in employee engagement during tough times to foster loyalty and speed up recovery

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Intro

(02:19) Global leadership insights

(03:46) Cultural differences and challenges

(07:39) A unique perspective in faith and business

(14:11) The power of peer learning

(19:09) The need for cultural change

(20:19) The importance of self-awareness in leadership

(20:56) Strategies for continuous growth

(22:12) How to avoid stagnation in business

(26:17) Peer support and crisis management

(28:09) The value of honest feedback

(31:04) Recommended reads for leaders

(33:12) Daily and weekly habits for success

Resources:

• Floyd Coaching
• The Culture Assessment
• Matthew Kelly’s Books
• Floyd Coaching’s Blog

Connect with the Host & Floyd Coaching:

• Kate Volman’s Linkedin
• Floyd Coaching on Linkedin
• Floyd Consulting on Facebook
• Floyd Consulting on Twitter
• Floyd Consulting on YouTube
• Floyd Consulting on Instagram