Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | EP 33 | Harnessing the "WE": Transforming Leadership and Business Culture with Kyle McDowell

Original Publish Date: November 7, 2024

Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/gWE1trRb6gA

Welcome back to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!

In this episode of Bootstrapped Unicorns, host Josh Pies of C47 Digital Studios speaks with Kyle McDowell—an author, speaker, and consultant—about the importance of culture in business. Kyle shares his "10 WEs," guiding principles that foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment and effective leadership. They discuss the challenges and rewards of implementing these principles, ensuring organizational success and personal growth. Tune in to learn actionable steps to transform your business culture and drive sustained success!

Discover more about Kyle at his website: https://kylemcdowellinc.com/

Find Kyle's bestselling book, "Begin With WE," wherever books are sold.

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00:00 Introduction to Bootstrapped Unicorns

00:51 Setting the Stage: Studio Updates and Sponsorship

02:06 Meet Kyle McDowell: Author and Culture Expert

03:40 Kyle's Journey: From Corporate America to Author

09:28 The 10 "WEs": Principles of Leadership

27:07 Commitment to Team Values

27:33 Grounding Challenges in Data and Experience

28:10 Embracing and Overcoming Challenges

28:58 Obsessing Over Details

29:52 Implementing the "WE" Principles

31:07 Self-Reflection and Leadership

32:14 Consistency in Leadership

35:30 Personal Transformation

37:03 Influence of Professional Athletes

43:26 Trader Joe's Example of Leadership

48:40 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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