As a leader, the number one priority is understanding your people. In this episode, I dive into the importance of fostering a workplace culture where employees feel valued, respected, and safe—especially during times of change, like when a company is acquired. Fear and uncertainty often accompany new ownership, but creating an environment of trust helps ensure commitment and reduces turnover. I share how building a strong culture can significantly increase a company's value, whether you're buying or selling, and how prioritizing safety and open communication can inspire employees to contribute meaningfully to the organization's success.

A big part of creating that culture is listening to your team and providing them with the tools and opportunities to grow. At Genesis, we've implemented initiatives like an ideas board and workplace surveys to ensure our employees feel heard and empowered to lead. It's crucial for leaders to support employees in their personal and professional development, celebrating effort and encouraging innovation—even when ideas don't always stick. Drawing inspiration from leaders like Sarah Blakely and Kanye West, I discuss the role of failure as a learning tool and how recognizing effort over outcomes can motivate teams to push boundaries and achieve incredible results.

Finally, I'll share lessons learned from both successes and missteps in our own leadership journey. From building Genesis University to evaluating personal development programs for our staff, I emphasize the importance of aligning training and growth opportunities with company values. As leaders, we need to experience the tools we promote firsthand, ensuring they resonate with our vision and goals. Join me as we explore how to create a workplace culture that empowers your team, supports their growth, and ultimately drives the success of your business.

Welcome to The Spinoso Podcast hosted by CEO, doctor, comic book geek, and car guy, Alex Spinoso. I help people and companies grow - especially in the medical business. While my experience and expertise is in scaling all types of medical businesses to 7, 8, 9-figures or more, I can be a mentor to anyone who wants to take ownership of their lives, become a better leader at home and at work, and overcome any obstacle that stands in their way.

(0:00) - Intro

(0:15) - Developing Top Contributors in Business

(3:01) - Creating a Company Culture of Trust and Safety

(9:44) - Developing Leaders and Personal Growth

(21:31) - Recognition and Appreciation in the Workplace

(36:16) - Setting Achievable Goals and Building Top Contributors

(37:11) - The Genesis Way and Employee Development

(49:53) - Building a Strong Company Culture

(50:09) - Final Thoughts

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