“ People still have their lives and their dreams in the background, and you're getting a portion of that person if you don't invest in all of them.”

In this episode of Lead with Culture, Deenya Craig, Director of Organizational Culture and Engagement at Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota, shares how The Dream Manager Program has transformed her organization. As a certified Dream Manager, Deenya reveals how empowering team members to pursue their dreams has elevated engagement, productivity, and overall workplace culture.

Deenya explores the ripple effects of the program, from helping employees achieve life-changing goals like buying a home and losing weight, to fostering deeper self-awareness and creating a waiting list of eager participants. Deenya shows through heartfelt stories and actionable insights how investing in the whole person can create a thriving culture.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How the Dream Manager Program transforms workplace culture
• Stories of growth and the Program’s lasting impact
• Why investing in employee dreams drives success

Discover how to implement The Dream Manager Program:

https://www.thedreammanager.com/

Invest in a coach to achieve your dreams: 

https://www.floydcoaching.com/

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Introduction and emotional breakthroughs

(01:26) Deenya's role and experience

(03:01) Impact on team members

(04:24) Leadership and program expansion

(05:48) Personal growth and certification

(11:52) Dreams and achievements

(23:36) Why do our team’s dreams matter?

Resources:

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

Connect with the Guest:

• Deenya Craig’s LinkedIn
• Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota on LinkedIn
• Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota Official Website

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