How To Fix A Toxic Work Environment w/ Kyle McDowell
How do you fix a toxic work culture?
Meet Kyle McDowell!
Kyle McDowell is a former corporate executive of 3 Fortune 10 firms turned bestselling Author, Speaker, and Leadership expert.
From a tiny cubicle to leading 10s of 1000s of employees at some of the biggest companies in the world, to embarking on his life’s mission: cultivating and inspiring a world of WE-oriented leaders. Kyle is committed to ridding the corporate world of its toxic ways. He asserts that “The only way to build a Culture of Excellence is to Begin With WE. There is no substitution for conspicuously stating and then aligning on the principles that fuel the organization. The result of this alignment is a team with an unshakable bond and resolve to embrace (and conquer) the biggest challenges in business.”
In a world where individualism often takes center stage, Kyle McDowell brings a refreshing and transformative approach to leadership and corporate culture. On this episode, we delve into the power of 'WE' with Kyle, a visionary who's reshaping the way we think about teamwork and organizational success.
Kyle's 10 WE's framework is not just a set of principles; it's a movement!
Key Points:
- from apathy to a principle-based leader
- being a champion for authenticity and transparency
- principles that foster trust, innovation, and unparalleled results
- igniting a desire to lead with purpose
- the real-life impact of the 10 WEs
- turning from boss to inspiring leader
- turning toxic work environments into cultures of excellence
- the undeniable link between principled leadership and business success
...and so much more!
📋 Episode Chapters
(00:00) Speaking and communicating podcast aims to help you improve your communication skills
(01:32) Kyle McDowell is widely known for transforming bosses into leaders using the 10 WEs framework
(03:47) You talk about shifting from principle-based leadership to service-based leadership
(09:21) Kyle: It turned even the financial results around at one company
(10:55) Kyle talks about 10 principles that can help organizations succeed
(16:32) We measure ourselves by outcomes, not activity
(20:14) There are two schools of thought on the details. Details are what separates good from average
(25:53) No leader should expect to have all the answers, Roberta
(29:43) Steve Kerr says Michael Jordan's leadership made him a better player
(36:13) When you want to drive a big transformation, it's challenging
(40:05) Kyle: Thank you very much for having me on. I appreciate your kind words
(40:21) Roberta: Kyle, thank you for being on the speaking on communicating podcast
Connect with Kyle:
Website: https://kylemcdowellinc.com
- Social Media: @kylemcdowellinc
- Book available on Amazon, Target, Barnes & Noble, and as an audiobook narrated by Kyle himself.
Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-fix-a-toxic-work-environment-w-kyle-mcdowell/id1614151066?i=1000652039541
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/632LtphtjPOH98UhsObr8l
YouTube: https://youtu.be/4x5FfZkIcgw
Meet Kyle McDowell!
Kyle McDowell is a former corporate executive of 3 Fortune 10 firms turned bestselling Author, Speaker, and Leadership expert.
From a tiny cubicle to leading 10s of 1000s of employees at some of the biggest companies in the world, to embarking on his life’s mission: cultivating and inspiring a world of WE-oriented leaders. Kyle is committed to ridding the corporate world of its toxic ways. He asserts that “The only way to build a Culture of Excellence is to Begin With WE. There is no substitution for conspicuously stating and then aligning on the principles that fuel the organization. The result of this alignment is a team with an unshakable bond and resolve to embrace (and conquer) the biggest challenges in business.”
In a world where individualism often takes center stage, Kyle McDowell brings a refreshing and transformative approach to leadership and corporate culture. On this episode, we delve into the power of 'WE' with Kyle, a visionary who's reshaping the way we think about teamwork and organizational success.
Kyle's 10 WE's framework is not just a set of principles; it's a movement!
Key Points:
- from apathy to a principle-based leader
- being a champion for authenticity and transparency
- principles that foster trust, innovation, and unparalleled results
- igniting a desire to lead with purpose
- the real-life impact of the 10 WEs
- turning from boss to inspiring leader
- turning toxic work environments into cultures of excellence
- the undeniable link between principled leadership and business success
...and so much more!
📋 Episode Chapters
(00:00) Speaking and communicating podcast aims to help you improve your communication skills
(01:32) Kyle McDowell is widely known for transforming bosses into leaders using the 10 WEs framework
(03:47) You talk about shifting from principle-based leadership to service-based leadership
(09:21) Kyle: It turned even the financial results around at one company
(10:55) Kyle talks about 10 principles that can help organizations succeed
(16:32) We measure ourselves by outcomes, not activity
(20:14) There are two schools of thought on the details. Details are what separates good from average
(25:53) No leader should expect to have all the answers, Roberta
(29:43) Steve Kerr says Michael Jordan's leadership made him a better player
(36:13) When you want to drive a big transformation, it's challenging
(40:05) Kyle: Thank you very much for having me on. I appreciate your kind words
(40:21) Roberta: Kyle, thank you for being on the speaking on communicating podcast
Connect with Kyle:
Website: https://kylemcdowellinc.com
- Social Media: @kylemcdowellinc
- Book available on Amazon, Target, Barnes & Noble, and as an audiobook narrated by Kyle himself.
Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-fix-a-toxic-work-environment-w-kyle-mcdowell/id1614151066?i=1000652039541
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/632LtphtjPOH98UhsObr8l
YouTube: https://youtu.be/4x5FfZkIcgw
