How to Make Every Employee a Mentor - S8 EP11
Takeaways
- The first thing that catches your eye is important.
- Entrepreneurship is often portrayed as easy, but it's hard work.
- A strong culture means everyone owns it, not just leadership.
- Hiring for character is more important than expertise.
- A culture should be so strong that misfits feel uncomfortable.
- Mentorship should emerge naturally in a strong culture.
- Feedback and communication are key to a healthy culture.
- People should be willing to help each other without being assigned.
- Silos in a company can hinder communication and culture.
- Maintaining culture takes consistent effort and attention.
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Chapter Markers:
00:00 - Introduction to Unleashing Leadership
02:46 - Cultural Mavens and Ownership of Company Culture
06:32 - Hiring for Culture: The Importance of Character
08:43 - Mentorship and Natural Guidance in Strong Cultures
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