The ability for you to be you at work and feel like that is respected, valued, and appreciated. That is psychological safety. While not always talked about or viewed as important, psychological safety is one of the key factors in building a high-performance team and company. More importantly, it is the key to activate your employees to align and buy into your company’s purpose and mission.  … [Read more...]

In this episode, Maria and Rebecca discuss: Why mission is the key to creating a culture where people outperform and outdeliver. What is a “good” culture and how you can start creating one.  How to retain the DNA of your culture as you scale and grow.  What the incoming talent generation expects from cultures and how to retain top talent. Key Takeaways: A good culture is one … [Read more...]

In this episode, Maria and Elisa discuss: How to have constructive political debates and conversations with people that you don’t agree with. The challenges of and the responsibilities in the media to balance debate, opinion, and civil discourse.  How to get involved and stay informed no matter what the outcome of the election.  Key Takeaways: Speak for yourself. You cannot … [Read more...]

In this episode, Maria and Ian discuss: Building a business out of empathy that is sustainable and serves the community.  The growing trend of conscious consumerism and making it a priority in your business. Parker Clay’s mission and how it is helping to attract the right customer and keep them loyal.  Key Takeaways: There is no business without people - they make your … [Read more...]

In this episode, Maria and Renee discuss: What mindfulness is, how it fits into your busy life, and why it matters.  The link between mindfulness and empathy. Practical skills you can use to practice presence. Why there is a strong correlation between teams and leaders that operate with mindfulness and how they perform, innovate, and collaborate.  Key Takeaways: One of the … [Read more...]