“What matters most becomes your ‘yes’, and everything else becomes a ‘no’.”

In this episode of Lead with Culture, Michele Marquis, Senior Executive Coach at Floyd Consulting, shares how to approach the fourth quarter of life with intention, joy, and purpose. Drawing from Matthew Kelly’s workbook, The Fourth Quarter of Your Life, Michele shares her insights into helping clients reflect on their past, identify what brings them joy, and plan for a meaningful future.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How reflection helps uncover what matters most in life
• The power of planning and perspective for a vibrant fourth quarter
• Strategies to say ‘yes’ to priorities and ‘no’ to distractions

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Intro

(00:25) Understanding the “fourth quarter of life”

(02:58) Reflection: A key to uncovering joy and purpose

(07:42) Addressing regrets and redefining your future

(13:23) Perspective: Creating a 5-to-25-year plan

(18:42) Intention: Setting boundaries and focusing on priorities

Resources:

• Floyd Coaching
• The Culture Assessment
• Matthew Kelly’s Books
• Floyd Coaching’s Blog
• 24 Regrets Of People Who Are Dying

Connect with Michele:

• Michele Marquis’ LinkedIn

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

“Sometimes we sit around waiting for inspiration. Inspiration does not strike. Action is what produces inspiration to keep going.”

In this mini episode of Lead with Culture, Kate Volman introduces the C.R.E.A.T.E. Formula—a step-by-step guide to living your best year yet. She walks us through how to create a list of 100 dreams, reflect on past wins, and take meaningful steps toward your goals. With tips on building accountability and engaging with your team, this episode provides practical strategies for turning your aspirations into real results. 

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How creating a list of 100 dreams can set the stage for success
• The importance of reflecting on past wins to build confidence
• Simple steps to stay accountable and take action daily

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Intro

(00:40) The struggles of fulfilling New Year's resolutions

(01:50) C – create your list of 100 dreams

(04:50) R – reflect on past wins

(06:35) E – engage with your team

(08:15) A – accountability

(10:13) T – take action daily

(11:51) E – enjoy the journey

(13:09) Applying the C.R.E.A.T.E. formula

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

"An organization can only be the best version of itself to the extent that its people are becoming better versions of themselves."

In this special episode of Lead with Culture, host Kate Volman takes us through a reflective journey of the past year, discussing the most impactful insights from conversations with exceptional leaders and Dream Managers. From fostering self-awareness to building empowered teams, Kate highlights how leaders and teams can thrive by embracing discomfort and working toward becoming the best version of themselves.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why culture and self-awareness are key to personal and organizational growth
• How investing in your team leads to stronger connections and improved performance
• The importance of small, actionable steps toward achieving big goals

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Intro

(01:11) The Floyd Philosophy

(02:59) Investing in employees

(04:47) Reflecting on goals and satisfaction

(05:54) Cultivating a dynamic culture

(08:10) Overcoming challenges with creativity and resourcefulness

(11:49) Embracing purpose and patience

(13:59) Delegating tasks and focusing on strengths

(16:34) Discomfort drives change and inspires growth

Resources:

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

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

“We want to live in the comfort zone, but the comfort zone is only an illusion. Our dreams are real.”

In this special episode of Lead with Culture, host Kate Volman invites us to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Matthew Kelly’s The Rhythm of Life. She highlights timeless lessons from the book that inspire personal growth and self-discovery. From breaking free of your comfort zone to discovering your unique genius, Kate shares some of Matthew’s powerful quotes to help you focus on becoming the best version of yourself.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why the comfort zone is an illusion and how to push past it
• How to uncover your unique genius and use it to transform your life
• The importance of surrounding yourself with people who inspire growth

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Intro

(02:46) “You cannot change your past, but you can change your whole future” 

(05:02) “Your body lies. It tells you it cannot when it can” 

(06:56) “The comfort zone is only an illusion, but our dreams are real”

(08:35) “Everybody is a genius, but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree…”

(11:37) “We learn more from our friends than we ever will from books”

(13:55) “There will be tough times… Smile, stay focused, and carry on regardless”

(15:25) “For the most part, we are too busy doing just about everything that means just about nothing”

(16:37) “The meaning and purpose of life is for you to become the best version of yourself”

Resources:

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

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

“Your company can only be the best version of itself to the extent that the people inside your company are becoming better versions of themselves. That's just the truth.”

In this episode of Lead with Culture, Lonnie Scarborough, Chief Dream Manager and Talent Development Officer at Origin Bank, shares how the Dream Manager Program has become a cornerstone of their organizational success. 

Lonnie explores the ripple effects of the Dream Manager Program, from inspiring personal growth to redefining the company’s vision. He also shares practical examples of how to measure the program’s impact on engagement, retention, and overall success. Through powerful stories and real-life insights, Lonnie invites us to reflect on how connecting dreams with work can create lasting results for both people and organizations.  

In this episode, you’ll discover:  

• How workplace culture improves when employees are supported in achieving their dreams  
• Ways to measure the success and ROI of The Dream Manager program 
• Why investing in people fuels organizational success

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Intro  

(02:04) Changing the company’s vision through dreams  

(06:35) How the program shifts team mindsets  

(10:02) Breaking stagnation with action and support  

(14:31) Becoming the best version of yourself  

(20:35) Measuring success and ROI of the program

(23:26) Defining culture through beliefs and personality  

Resources:

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

Connect with the Lonnie:

• Lonnie Scarborough’s LinkedIn

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

“When you're willing to be vulnerable and share your story, then it opens up the possibility to build a depth of relationship that you haven't experienced before.”

In this episode of Lead with Culture, Matt Lesser, founder of Uniquely Normal, explores the transformative power of coaching, leadership, and intentional culture building. Matt shares his journey of writing not one but two impactful books, the lessons learned from his leadership roles, and strategies for creating flourishing organizations. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, trust, and storytelling in building cohesive teams and thriving cultures.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why vulnerability is a cornerstone of effective leadership
• The connection between culture and team engagement
• How intentional storytelling can foster trust and camaraderie in organizations

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Intro

(00:44) The dream of writing a book 

(03:18) Lessons from leadership and personal growth

(06:45) The challenges of publishing a book

(12:33) Creating a culture where people thrive

(17:03) Practical strategies for team cohesion and storytelling

(24:41) Building intentional and high-performing cultures

Resources:

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

Connect with Matt:

• Matt Lesser’s LinkedIn

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

“I know it's not always easy because sometimes we're waiting for the perfect time, we're waiting to feel like doing something. But guess what? We don't always feel like doing something.”

In this mini episode of Lead with Culture, host Kate Volman shares how to recharge our energy and focus on what truly matters. She emphasizes that energy, along with time, is one of the biggest factors in pursuing our goals and provides three straightforward strategies to get energized fast. Through relatable examples and practical advice, Kate explains how movement, connecting with creative friends, and simply starting can help you overcome procrastination and be more productive.

In this episode, you’ll discover: 

• Why energy is the key to a productive day
• How creativity and community can energize you to achieve your dreams
• Simple steps to start and build momentum on any task

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Intro

(00:54) Tip 1: Get moving

(01:24) Tip 2: Call your creative friends

(02:18) Tip 3: Just start

(04:25) Boost your energy to pursue your dreams

Resources:

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

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

“We want to move the culture, we want to move the business forward. The biggest differentiator is the ability to listen, relate, and solve problems for your team.”

In this episode of Lead with Culture, Charles Banker, President and CEO of Snell Manufacturing, shares his strategies to build a dynamic, people-focused workplace culture. From implementing the Dream Manager Program to achieving an impressive employee retention rate of under 1%, Charles reveals how focusing on listening and relatability has helped Snell Manufacturing thrive, even as it grows through acquisitions. 

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How investing in culture impacts employee retention and growth
• The value of implementing a Dream Manager Program to support team goals
• Charles’s unique approach to leadership and nurturing a collaborative environment

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Intro

(01:38) Listening and relatability in leadership

(04:11) Snell’s 90-day culture integration strategy

(06:59) Building culture to reduce turnover

(10:42) Inspiring growth with the Dream Manager program

(13:09) Empowering organizations through the Dream Manager program

(15:17) Rolling out the Dream Manager program

(16:43) Top three skills that leaders need today

(18:26) One activity that can help strengthen culture

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

“Most issues are ‘who’, not ‘what’. So you better pay attention to the ‘who’.”

In this episode of Lead with Culture, Tony Ferraro, Director of Coaching at Floyd Consulting, joins us to discuss the top three hiring challenges facing leaders today and how to overcome them with practical strategies. Drawing from years of coaching experience and inspired by Matthew Kelly’s book, “The Culture Solution”, Tony offers actionable tips for sourcing great candidates, creating a disciplined hiring process, and clarifying the specific roles and contributions needed to build a successful team.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How proactive sourcing and networking can transform your hiring process
• The value of a structured hiring process for attracting the right talent
• Why defining clear role descriptions and scorecards is key to attracting the right talent

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Intro

(00:35) Challenges in finding qualified candidates

(02:46) Strategies to build a strong candidate pool

(07:12) Steps to a disciplined hiring process

(12:07) Defining clear roles vs. broad job descriptions

(13:50) How clarity helps with sourcing talent

(17:51) Why onboarding and retention drive team success

Resources:

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

Connect with the Guest:

• Tony Ferraro’s LinkedIn

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

“We put in air conditioning units and we fix heating units. But the soft skill is really just understanding your teammates, and it is a huge part of building the culture.”

In this episode of Lead with Culture, Dave Bellis, Vice President of Special Projects at HB McClure, shares some tips on building a culture that can help your team members thrive. Dave talks about his transformative journey from participant to preparing to become a Certified Dream Manager himself. He also shares how blending technical skills with the often-overlooked soft skills can create a workplace where people can be their best selves.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The tangible benefits of investing in personal development programs
• How to foster long-term dedication and loyalty within your team
• Strategies to navigate the challenge of working with multi-generational teams

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Intro

(01:44) Getting to know HB McClure

(05:11) Creating impact through the Dream Manager Program

(07:53) Becoming the best version of yourself through the program

(11:26) Lessons in leading a diverse group of people

(16:55) Tips for implementing the Dream Manager Program

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