Listen "The Power of We: Building Connection in Corporate Culture with Kyle McDowell"
Episode Synopsis
Have you ever achieved success but felt empty inside? Kyle McDowell's journey from corporate executive to leadership visionary offers a roadmap for anyone feeling disconnected in their professional life.After spending decades climbing the corporate ladder, managing 30,000 employees, and multi-billion dollar P&Ls, Kyle found himself in a state of profound apathy. The turning point came with a shocking realization: what he had perceived as respect from his team was actually fear. This revelation sparked a transformational journey that would not only reshape his career but his entire approach to life.For anyone responsible for developing talent or building organizational culture, Kyle's experience offers a powerful lesson: meaningful change doesn't come from lofty mission statements that look good on office walls. It comes from establishing simple, actionable principles that guide behavior, foster connection, and become part of everyday language. When we create environments where people truly connect with one another, results naturally follow.Ready to transform your approach to leadership and workplace culture? Explore Kyle's bestselling book "Begin With We" and discover how starting with connection might be the key to unlocking both professional excellence and personal fulfillment. Connect with Kyle: https://kylemcdowellinc.com/ Meet the Host Jay Johnson works with people and organizations to empower teams, grow profits, and elevate leadership. He is a Co-Founder of Behavioral Elements®, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a designated Master Trainer by the Association for Talent Development. With a focus on behavioral intelligence, Jay has delivered transformational workshops to accelerate high-performance teams and cultures in more than 30 countries across four continents. For inquiries, contact [email protected] or connect below!LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayjohnsonccg/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jayjohnsonccg/Speaker Website - https://jayjohnsonspeaks.com
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