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Leadership, Honesty, and Trust: Building Teams in Tough Markets with Jeff Walton, Alex Kutsishin, and Keith Canter
Episode Overview:
In this Leadership Matters episode of Laugh, Lend, & Eat, host Fobby Naghmi dives into leadership dynamics with three notable guests: Jeff Walton, Co-Founder and CEO of InGenius, Alex Kutsishin, Co-Founder and CEO of FUEL !nc, and Keith Canter, CEO of First Community Mortgage. The discussion focuses on the importance of transparency in leadership, fostering trust within teams, and how to navigate tough market conditions. The trio shares their personal experiences with team building, dealing with adversity, and the challenges leaders face in maintaining a culture of accountability and openness.
Key Themes:
Quotes from the Episode:
On Transparency and Trust:
"Clarity is kindness, and the best thing we can do as leaders is tell someone the truth, even when it’s hard. Being honest with your team builds trust and helps everyone move forward."
—Keith Canter emphasizes the value of honest communication in creating trust within a team.
On Accountability and Team Building:
"As leaders, we have a responsibility to make the people we hire successful. If we don't provide the right environment for them to thrive, we’re failing them and the company."
—Jeff Walton explains the importance of accountability and putting employees in the best possible position to succeed.
On Developing Talent:
"Leadership is about developing talent—either up or out. Not everyone can thrive in every environment, and it’s our job as leaders to help people find where they can be their best."
—Alex Kutsishin shares his perspective on how leaders should focus on cultivating their teams’ strengths.
Call to Action:
Follow Laugh, Lend, & Eat for more insightful conversations on leadership with industry experts. Learn from Jeff Walton, Alex Kutsishin, and Keith Canter as they share their experiences on transparency, accountability, and team development. Stay tuned for more episodes in the Leadership Matters series!
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By Fobby Naghmi
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Episode Overview:
In this Leadership Matters episode of Laugh, Lend, & Eat, host Fobby Naghmi dives into leadership dynamics with three notable guests: Jeff Walton, Co-Founder and CEO of InGenius, Alex Kutsishin, Co-Founder and CEO of FUEL !nc, and Keith Canter, CEO of First Community Mortgage. The discussion focuses on the importance of transparency in leadership, fostering trust within teams, and how to navigate tough market conditions. The trio shares their personal experiences with team building, dealing with adversity, and the challenges leaders face in maintaining a culture of accountability and openness.
Key Themes:
Quotes from the Episode:
On Transparency and Trust:
"Clarity is kindness, and the best thing we can do as leaders is tell someone the truth, even when it’s hard. Being honest with your team builds trust and helps everyone move forward."
—Keith Canter emphasizes the value of honest communication in creating trust within a team.
On Accountability and Team Building:
"As leaders, we have a responsibility to make the people we hire successful. If we don't provide the right environment for them to thrive, we’re failing them and the company."
—Jeff Walton explains the importance of accountability and putting employees in the best possible position to succeed.
On Developing Talent:
"Leadership is about developing talent—either up or out. Not everyone can thrive in every environment, and it’s our job as leaders to help people find where they can be their best."
—Alex Kutsishin shares his perspective on how leaders should focus on cultivating their teams’ strengths.
Call to Action:
Follow Laugh, Lend, & Eat for more insightful conversations on leadership with industry experts. Learn from Jeff Walton, Alex Kutsishin, and Keith Canter as they share their experiences on transparency, accountability, and team development. Stay tuned for more episodes in the Leadership Matters series!