• #403: Culture Eats Strategy for Lunch
    Jul 2 2026

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    In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore why culture consistently shapes organizational success more than strategy alone. They share practical examples of how leaders can close the gap between stated values and everyday behaviors, ensuring the team's actions truly reflect the company's core beliefs. They highlight specific steps leaders can take to build trust, promote accountability, and reinforce key behaviors that define a positive culture. The conversation offers actionable guidance for leaders eager to create a work environment where consistency, clarity, and real-time feedback drive exceptional results.

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    25 min
  • #404: Designing a Culture Where No One Wants to Leave
    Jul 9 2026

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    In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore what it takes to design a workplace culture where people genuinely want to stay. They outline the critical role that psychological safety, meaningful autonomy, and consistent leadership play in building loyalty rather than just retention. They also discuss the power of growth opportunities, recognition, and high standards paired with strong support in keeping top talent engaged. This episode offers practical strategies and real-world examples for leaders committed to creating a thriving, high-retention work environment.

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    27 min
  • #405: How to Improve Lagging Performance
    Jul 16 2026

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    In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore practical strategies for improving results in periods of underperformance. They discuss the critical role of clarity in expectations, outlining how leaders can identify gaps in communication and simplify complex processes for better outcomes. They also highlight the need to focus on developing people rather than clamping down with tighter controls, encouraging leaders to adopt a coaching mindset and foster trust within their teams. Additionally, they address common obstacles such as system inefficiencies, misalignment among departments, and low trust. Discover actionable questions and approaches to drive both immediate improvement and long-term scalable performance.

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    24 min
  • #406: Momentum Is Not Clarity with Greg Steely
    Jul 23 2026

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    In this episode, Perry Holley, Chris Goede, and guest Greg Steely explore the critical difference between momentum and clarity in leadership. They share practical strategies for ensuring organizational clarity, like the "clarity sandwich" approach and aligning team members around a shared purpose. They discuss common pitfalls leaders face when relying too much on activity and energy instead of driving clear execution and results. Discover actionable tips for fostering alignment, accountability, and sustainable momentum built on a foundation of clarity.

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    37 min
  • #407: Systems Beat Heroics with Greg Steely
    Jul 30 2026

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    This week, Chris Goede and Perry Holley are joined again by Dr. Greg Steely to explore how systems consistently outperform individual heroics in driving organizational success. Leaders often celebrate working harder and longer hours, yet neglect the long-term benefits of building effective systems. This discussion focuses on the importance of creating guardrails—simple or complex—that guide behavior and enable team members to excel together. You'll also hear practical strategies for shifting from a culture of crisis-driven heroics to one where empowered teams and strong systems fuel sustainable results.

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    26 min
  • #408: Closing the Belonging Gap
    Aug 6 2026

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    In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley highlight the need for organizations to show their team members that they belong. Along with practical strategies inspired by Horst Schulze's approach at Ritz-Carlton, they also explore the critical role of empathy, honest feedback, and psychological safety in helping individuals feel valued and included. Gain actionable insights for creating authentic environments where every team member feels a genuine sense of belonging and purpose.

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    28 min
  • #409: How to Fast-Path Your Potential
    Aug 13 2026

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    In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore how leaders can accelerate their growth and unleash their full potential by adopting a mentoring mindset. Find out how staying teachable, seeking out diverse perspectives, and continuously asking intentional questions fosters your development, and what 3 things most help you and your team grow. You'll gain actionable strategies to audit current relationships, structure purposeful learning conversations, and extend the value of mentoring to those around you.

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    25 min
  • #410: How to Fix a Broken Culture
    Aug 20 2026

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    In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore the signs of a broken workplace culture and outline why leaders hold primary responsibility for shaping it. Discover 3 ways to create an environment where people feel valued, seen, and heard, plus 3 elements crucial in transforming and sustaining a healthy culture. You'll gain practical strategies to identify challenges in your own teams and drive meaningful cultural change.

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    26 min