This episode makes the case for gratitude as a real leadership skill, not a seasonal sentiment. Dustin Odham explains how appreciation fuels human connection, shifts teams from performance to people, and changes outcomes when leaders move gratitude from feeling to action. Gratitude is positioned as oxygen for culture, a daily choice that multiplies trust and belonging across classrooms, teams, and homes.

You will leave with simple, repeatable moves you can use this month, call the person who comes to mind, write a handwritten note, make deposits in emotional bank accounts, and set a cadence that sticks. Try one action today, then share the practice with your team to build momentum.

Download the handout: https://resources.franklincovey.com/c/fy26-podcast-resourc?x=I2LcfY

Host: Dustin Odham

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 00:23) Intro

(00:23 - 00:47) Welcome

(00:47 - 03:28) Why gratitude belongs in leadership

(03:28 - 05:48) Proactive gratitude

(05:48 - 08:05) Multiplying Gratitude

(08:05 - 10:25) Challenge yourself

(10:25 - 11:15) Be thankful this month

(11:15 - 13:13) Close