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E19: Dave Seligsohn: Culture is the Key to Business Transformation

In this episode, hosts John Erickson, Dennis Humphrey, and guest Dave Seligsohn have an insightful discussion about the critical role that company culture plays in business success. They explore practical ways to create a healthy, thriving culture! The key to culture change is defining the expected attitudes, interactions and behaviors between employees as well as with customers and community. Dave shares his model for identifying core values and embedding them into all talent processes. He provides an example of a web development firm that created fun rituals that fuel engagement. John & Dennis emphasize that when expectations are clear and aligned internally and externally, it resolves almost all issues. Leaders must also be aware of mental health needs to establish psychological safety. Topics Include: * Defining Company Culture - The behaviors, attitudes, approaches for how employees interact with each other and stakeholders. The unwritten expectations. * Assessing Culture Health - Getting outsider perceptions plus insider day-to-day experiences. Alignment signals thriving culture. * Examples of Healthy Cultures - A web development firm created fun rituals like "sandwich clubs" that fuel engagement. * Creating Cultural Values and "Codes" - Brainstorming what to keep, eliminate and aspire to. Refining down to positive core values. * Embedding and Living the Values - Integrating values into all talent processes from hiring and onboarding to reviews. Follow Dave Seligsohn: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveseligsohn] Dave is a distinguished leader in the realm of learning & talent development, organizational change, and data analytics. Currently serving as both the Chief Products & Services Officer at Traveling Coaches and General Manager for Alterity Solutions, Dave is at the forefront of creating strategic training initiatives to enhance performance and navigate technological change. His significant tenure at ZeroedIn People Analytics, a leading data management company, fortified his expertise in synergizing people and technology to boost business profitability. With over a decade at Bluewater, Dave not only pioneered global partnership strategies in the learning and talent sectors but also adeptly unified sales teams, showcasing his deep acumen in driving successful organizational outcomes. Throughout his multifaceted career, Dave has consistently demonstrated his commitment to harnessing data-driven strategies and innovative training solutions for organizational excellence. Dave began his career as a teacher and principal in the public schools and that experience of getting the very most out of instructional time and focusing on participant outcomes has been a thread woven into every role and assignment he takes on. Additional & Past Roles & Experiences: •Chief Strategy Officer for Accessology, Inc. •EVP, Operations & Growth at ZeroedIn Technologies •SVP, Global Solutions for Bluewater Learning, Inc. •Executive Director, Bethel Cannon Ranch Non-Profit Advisory Committee •Co-Leader, Convene Genesis Leadership Group •Owner/CEO, A2O Consulting •Principal/School Administrator/Teacher/Adjunct Professor •Thought Leader and Public Speaker Dave's Book Recommendation: The Only Leaders Worth* Following [https://www.amazon.com/Only-Leaders-Worth-Following-Succeed-ebook/dp/B089T6K3TQ] Follow John Erickson: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-d-erickson/] Book: Three Paths Out of Paradise [https://www.amazon.com/Three-Paths-Paradise-Longing-Eden/dp/1719480311] For thirty years, John has enjoyed developing leaders across the world, including the US Navy, the US State Department, and several universities and international organizations. He's an author, a mentor, and has been a part of several small business ventures. Follow Dennis Humphrey: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennishumphrey/] Dennis has thirty years of experience as a counselor, a professor, and a strategic business advisor. He currently facilitates a forum of business owners and CEOs and owns a business consulting company with John Erickson called. Eden Business Concepts: Website [https://edenbusinessconcepts.com/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwNwuGX2m_HnkscE-jpM3Gw] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/edenbusinessconcepts] Follow ThriveSpace Podcast: Website [http://thrivespacepodcast.com] Produced by: Social Chameleon [https://socialchameleon.us/]

Trailer: New Episodes Coming Soon!

Are you truly cut out for leadership? How can you know for sure if your team genuinely loves working for you or if they're just telling you what you want to hear? Join executive coaches John Erickson and Dennis Humphrey as they explore the heart of leadership on the Thrive Space podcast. With over 30 years each developing leaders - from naval officers to nonprofit directors - John and Dennis get real about the penetrating questions every leader must ask themselves: Why would anyone willingly choose to be led by you? What makes people excited to join your team? How do you handle conflict - do you shy away or run toward it? What kind of culture are you actually creating - is it one people want to be a part of? In each monthly episode you'll hear stories, tools and perspectives to help you become the kind of leader people love working for! The Thrive Space podcast was created because John and Dennis believe every organization can thrive when built on trust, care and human connection - but it starts from the heart of leadership. Visit the Thrive Space website [https://edenbusinessconcepts.com/thrive-space-podcast/] and subscribe to be updated of each monthly episode. John and Dennis are saving a seat for you!

Episode 18: The Process of Decision Making Part 2

This episode is part 2 in a two-part series where we focus on how and why we make decisions. We continue our conversation with Mason Brady, about how to make thoughtful, wise decisions amid uncertain or unclear circumstances. If you'd like to dig deeper, you can find these episodes at thrivespacepodcast.com [http://thrivespacepodcast.com/] and more material on our blog at edenbusinessconcepts.com/thrive-space-blog/ [http://edenbusinessconcepts.com/thrive-space-blog/]. Your Hosts: John Erickson [https://t.sidekickopen07.com/s3t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7kF8cFBxwW25SZz959hl3kW7_k2841CXdp3VPwTPX7w49z5W2bzNMS53BJHw101?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW4mKLS-3ZWVWBW3K2-zv1JxwY5W1Lyz993W0hcCW1Gzh5w49M7Zyf4cNcfy04&si=8000000003597552&pi=518f5628-2e34-46ed-8458-8571c88d2779] - For thirty years, John has enjoyed developing leaders across the world, including the US Navy, the US State Department, and several universities and international organizations. He's an author, a mentor, and has been a part of several small business ventures. Dennis Humphrey [https://t.sidekickopen07.com/s3t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7kF8cFBxwW25SZz959hl3kW7_k2841CXdp3VPwTPX7w49z5W2bzNMS53BJHw101?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW4mKLS-3ZWVWBW3K2-zv1JxwY5W1Lyz993H4S-FW3T3pD33_YlbT4mM-51&si=8000000003597552&pi=518f5628-2e34-46ed-8458-8571c88d2779] - Dennis has thirty years of experience as a counselor, a professor, and a strategic business advisor. He currently facilitates a forum of business owners and CEOs and owns a business consulting company with John Erickson called Eden Business Concepts [https://t.sidekickopen07.com/s3t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7kF8cFBxwW25SZz959hl3kW7_k2841CXdp3VPwTPX7w49z5W2bzNMS53BJHw101?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW3K2-cx3Cgq_ZW41Rksh3FbtcyW3K7_dh1JxwY51V3&si=8000000003597552&pi=518f5628-2e34-46ed-8458-8571c88d2779].

Episode 17: The Process of Decision Making Part 1

This episode is part one in a two-part series where we discuss an ongoing reality for leaders: the process of making decisions, especially in an atmosphere of uncertainty in so many areas. Mason Brady, CEO of Profits Focused, joins us to discuss how and why we make decisions and apply that to specific areas, especially our financial planning. If you'd like to dig deeper, you can find these episodes at thrivespacepodcast.com [http://thrivespacepodcast.com/] and more material on our blog at edenbusinessconcepts.com/thrive-space-blog/ [http://edenbusinessconcepts.com/thrive-space-blog/]. Your Hosts: John Erickson [https://t.sidekickopen07.com/s3t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7kF8cFBxwW25SZz959hl3kW7_k2841CXdp3VPwTPX7w49z5W2bzNMS53BJHw101?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW4mKLS-3ZWVWBW3K2-zv1JxwY5W1Lyz993W0hcCW1Gzh5w49M7Zyf4cNcfy04&si=8000000003597552&pi=518f5628-2e34-46ed-8458-8571c88d2779] - For thirty years, John has enjoyed developing leaders across the world, including the US Navy, the US State Department, and several universities and international organizations. He's an author, a mentor, and has been a part of several small business ventures. Dennis Humphrey [https://t.sidekickopen07.com/s3t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7kF8cFBxwW25SZz959hl3kW7_k2841CXdp3VPwTPX7w49z5W2bzNMS53BJHw101?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW4mKLS-3ZWVWBW3K2-zv1JxwY5W1Lyz993H4S-FW3T3pD33_YlbT4mM-51&si=8000000003597552&pi=518f5628-2e34-46ed-8458-8571c88d2779] - Dennis has thirty years of experience as a counselor, a professor, and a strategic business advisor. He currently facilitates a forum of business owners and CEOs and owns a business consulting company with John Erickson called Eden Business Concepts [https://t.sidekickopen07.com/s3t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7kF8cFBxwW25SZz959hl3kW7_k2841CXdp3VPwTPX7w49z5W2bzNMS53BJHw101?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW3K2-cx3Cgq_ZW41Rksh3FbtcyW3K7_dh1JxwY51V3&si=8000000003597552&pi=518f5628-2e34-46ed-8458-8571c88d2779].

Episode 16: Building An Effective Plan For Addressing Crisis

In this episode, we continue our discussion around preparing for a crisis in business and discuss some practical ways the HR leadership in your company can create an effective plan of action for addressing a crisis. We discuss the crisis management cycle, steps to respond to a crisis effectively, and an important tool to begin the recovery process: Critical Incident Stress Debriefing. If you'd like to dig deeper, you can find these episodes at thrivespacepodcast.com [http://thrivespacepodcast.com/] and more material on our blog at edenbusinessconcepts.com/thrive-space-blog/ [http://edenbusinessconcepts.com/thrive-space-blog/]. Your Hosts: John Erickson [https://t.sidekickopen07.com/s3t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7kF8cFBxwW25SZz959hl3kW7_k2841CXdp3VPwTPX7w49z5W2bzNMS53BJHw101?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW4mKLS-3ZWVWBW3K2-zv1JxwY5W1Lyz993W0hcCW1Gzh5w49M7Zyf4cNcfy04&si=8000000003597552&pi=518f5628-2e34-46ed-8458-8571c88d2779] - For thirty years, John has enjoyed developing leaders across the world, including the US Navy, the US State Department, and several universities and international organizations. He's an author, a mentor, and has been a part of several small business ventures. Dennis Humphrey [https://t.sidekickopen07.com/s3t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7kF8cFBxwW25SZz959hl3kW7_k2841CXdp3VPwTPX7w49z5W2bzNMS53BJHw101?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW4mKLS-3ZWVWBW3K2-zv1JxwY5W1Lyz993H4S-FW3T3pD33_YlbT4mM-51&si=8000000003597552&pi=518f5628-2e34-46ed-8458-8571c88d2779] - Dennis has thirty years of experience as a counselor, a professor, and a strategic business advisor. He currently facilitates a forum of business owners and CEOs and owns a business consulting company with John Erickson called Eden Business Concepts [https://t.sidekickopen07.com/s3t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7kF8cFBxwW25SZz959hl3kW7_k2841CXdp3VPwTPX7w49z5W2bzNMS53BJHw101?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW3K2-cx3Cgq_ZW41Rksh3FbtcyW3K7_dh1JxwY51V3&si=8000000003597552&pi=518f5628-2e34-46ed-8458-8571c88d2779].