In this episode of 'Some Goodness,' Richard Ellis invites his friend and business partner, Mark Gaydos, to share insights from his video series, 'Rooted in the Real World.' Mark talks about how the concept of the series evolved through exploring themes like farming, nature, and craftsmanship, and how they can be applied to leadership and organizational health. Key takeaways include the importance of single, strong leadership and the microbial elements of organizational culture. The episode also draws attention to balancing the digital and human aspects o leadership, using practical insights from real lived experiences.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Accenture Life Trends 2025
00:36 Exploring Rooted in the Real World
01:01 Meet Mark Gaydos
01:57 The Genesis of Rooted in the Real World
05:36 Lessons from the Christmas Tree Farm
11:35 Insights from the Regenerative Farm
17:50 Balancing Tech and Human Connection
22:20 A Personal Story from Normandy
24:46 Conclusion and Challenge to Viewers
 
Keywords
Leadership, Revenue Enablement, AI & Technology, Human-Centered Work, Culture, Business Growth, Organizational Health, Digital Fatigue, Trust & Accountability
Storytelling, Vision & Mission, Strategic Planning, Farming & Cultivation, Regenerative Business, Adaptability, Inspiration, Communication, Decision-Making, Operating Systems, Team Dynamics
 
Soundbites

 "Businesses must recognize the shift towards authenticity and meaningful human experiences." 
 "The tree will eventually get unhealthy if you let the double leader go. You’ve got to be good at recognizing it and trimming it out." 
 "For an organization to thrive, you have to address unhealthy leadership early and head-on." 
 "Trust is the foundation. Without it, you get conflict, silos, and political battles that poison an organization."
 "AI is just a tool. The passion, creativity, and human connection—that’s all us." 
 "Want to fix culture? Start with your values. If leadership isn’t modeling them, they’re just words on a wall." 
 "A strong leader doesn’t just accept the role—they get it, they want it, and they have the capacity to do it."
 "Success in leadership is about recognizing the unseen—those small, toxic elements that build up over time."
 "The greatest leaders are those who model the way—who step up first when it's hard." 
 "Shut down your device. Get out in the real world. That’s where the best ideas come from." 

 

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