The Pitfalls of a 'Me First' Culture: "If it's left unchecked, it becomes sort of a me first culture... And then performance just degradates eventually." - Rob Swymer 

In today’s episode, Entitlement Mindset, we’re tackling how a culture of entitlement at the top can derail company growth and undermine collaboration. Host Carol Schultz, joined by co-host Rob Swymer, breaks down a powerful article by Bart Fanelli, CEO of Skillibrium, to explore the difference between managing and true leadership. 

Discover why culture starts at the top, how entitlement impacts long-term success, and how consistent coaching and communication can drive a thriving workplace. Whether you’re a leader, aspiring manager, or an employee looking to understand how entitlement affects growth, this conversation is for you.

Find more information about our host Carol Schultz and her company at Vertical Elevation, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Find more information about our cohost Rob Swymer and his company at Rob Swymer, Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. 

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Timestamps: 

00:00 Entitlement mindset prevalent in many companies. 

06:04 Engaged culture boosts profitability by 22%. 

07:27 Politicians often exhibit entitlement and dishonesty. 

11:48 Influencers earn millions for single sponsored posts. 

14:29 Reward and mentor for effective team development. 

17:18 Praising innovative coaching and mentoring efforts. 

19:43 Servant leaders give time to help others.