ARCHIVED: How I Turned The CornerMany founders and entrepreneurs start their business because they have an itch to solve a problem but they reach a point along the way where they realize they can’t do it on their own. They have to hire and now they’re a manager. Now they are truly leading and this is where most businesses fail unless they turn the corner. Every leader goes through a place where they hit this humbling moment. Join us on How I Turned The Corner and hear stories from seasoned founders who experience this.

 

For over a decade, Kendra's career has been all about creating healthier and more rewarding work environments. She has served hundreds of clients in revamping their corporate cultures, revitalizing their recruiting and helping them retain their people.

 

Kendra is your guide in disrupting the market and impacting the lives of many without jeopardizing the satisfaction of your employees. She brings to the podcast her most powerful frameworks for earning high profits and building a well-rounded team. If you feel out of touch with your people and fail to understand their challenges, Kendra is here to help change your perspective.

 

Kendra leads with the most difficult conversation, the one business leaders often try to avoid: the right way to scale your workplace culture. She sits down with founders and owners who share how they grew their teams from a small group of talented individuals. They also open up about the obstacles they had to overcome as entrepreneurs. Listen as they discuss valuable lessons on how to avoid getting lost in the whirlwind of raising capital and launching top-notch products. Find out how to place more attention on recruiting employees, provide them with proper training, and make sure that they engage with their work.

 

The future of your business depends on your employees. Now is the time to hear them out and give them that much-needed love. When they are happy, they can give their best every single day.

 

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]]>en-usfalseKendra Prosperohttps://turningthecornerllc.com/podcastKaren Flemingkaren@legendarypodcasts.comepisodicCopyright 2023 | All Rights Reserved | https://turningthecornerllc.com/podcastMission, Vision, Values - An Interview with Caleb Avery of TilledRRe_dMcjqMon, 24 Apr 2023 10:00:00 GMT1340falseCaleb Avery, CEO of Tilled believes “if you're just trying to compete on salary, you've really already lost. You have to have a mission and a vision and values in the organization that make you a destination that employees want to come to.”


His experience has shown him that it’s profitable to create an environment where people want to come work. As a leader, he invests in professional development for his team so they can be inspired by the work that they're doing and believe that the work that they're doing as individuals is contributing to the success of the business as a whole. Caleb knows that this requires that each employee understands the vision, and where the business is headed, as well as how their work individually contributes to that success. 


In this episode, learn about:

  • creating company values for the first time
  • the importance of investing in coaching and development
  • why being clear about mission, vision, and values results in less mistakes
  • tackling growth challenges as a leader


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]]>27Is It Possible to Marry Mission and Culture? An Interview with Perry LaRoque PhDK99QMTeqhoTue, 18 Apr 2023 10:00:00 GMT1723falseYou run an organization that is driven by mission, and you want to build a culture that empowers employees at every level to be engaged so they can serve at the highest level.


But how do you marry mission and culture while still accomplishing everything that needs to be done practically on a daily basis, including recruiting and, training & development?


In this episode, Perry LaRoque Ph.D. shares leadership lessons learned running Mansfield Hall. Mansfield Hall supports young adults attending college and transitioning to independence. They are a comprehensive residential program that is individualized and flexible based on student needs. They serve students who have learning disabilities, mild autism, Asperger’s syndrome, nonverbal learning disabilities, ADHD, executive functioning impairments, or other students with unique characteristics that may pose challenges in the transition to college life. 


Key leadership lessons to be gained include:


  • ideas for inspiring people around the mission
  • how to empower key employees & directors to be the inspiring people in the mission
  • why it’s important to keep second-level management as engaged as the inner circle
  • tips for recruiting and hiring mission-driven leaders


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]]>26Offering Flexibility in Your Business with Nicole GannDe3H8Ff2ZTue, 11 Apr 2023 10:00:00 GMT1529falseHow do you create a flexible business that meets the needs of a multi-generational business while inheriting a 130-year-old mission and culture?


That was the challenge Nicole Gann faced when she became the new CEO of Juliette Fowler Communities. Nicole’s experience and leadership lessons will be valuable to you if you are stepping into a new role or working to turn the corner in your existing business.


Key takeaways from this episode include how to:


  • foster a spirit of collaboration and bring out the best in your people
  • feel more secure as a leader by asking the right questions
  • get people to bring their ideas to the table
  • encourage your people to feel like they have authority over what they’re doing for a set goal
  • navigate the biggest shifts of the People Revolution


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]]>25Using Interns To Build a Pipeline Of Talent With John AikinUY-NITHS8Wed, 15 Feb 2023 11:00:00 GMT1407trueTo build a strong talent pipeline, you must give people more than just proper compensation. They must also get a sense of belongingness and an opportunity to work in a healthy environment. John Aikin joins Kendra Prospero to share how they hired interns to create a pool of talented individuals in their company,Web Canopy. He explains how they gauge team performance, put core values into action, and give autonomy to every individual so they can grow professionally.


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]]>24Being Unapologetic About How Important Culture Is With Phil Teezj8w8EQ9GWed, 08 Feb 2023 11:00:00 GMT1394falseWe have always been accustomed to thinking that the most important thing for companies is to generate returns for their stakeholders. This cannot be so far from the truth. Phil Tee, the CEO and co-founder of Moogsoft, has long believed that the single most important thing is the people in the business. In this episode, he joins Kendra Prospero to tell us why this is so. Be unapologetic about how important culture is. Dive into that in this conversation.


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]]>23Walking The Talk On Leadership Management With Vikas Khorana0U7wAknZHWed, 01 Feb 2023 11:00:00 GMT1575falseWhen you walk the talk on leadership management, you inspire others to do the same. In this episode, Vikas Khorana, president of Ntooitive Digital, talks about the experiences that led him to become a good leader, and how he’s still learning to be better every day. We all need people who are invested in our success, and this episode will help us identify the right people to work with and become the right leader for them. Let’s get started!



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]]>22Overcoming Imposter Syndrome With Andrea FryrearZI8zm09AKWed, 25 Jan 2023 08:00:00 GMT1306https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2023/01/25/overcoming-imposter-syndrome-with-andrea-fryrearfalseEvery first-time CEO is going to have imposter syndrome at first. It’s a difficult task to go from working for someone else to being the boss. This is exactly what the CEO of AgileSherpas, Andrea Fryrearfelt when she transitioned from employee to CEO. Join Kendra as she talks to Andrea Fryrear about how she dealt with the imposter syndrome of being a first-time CEO. Discover how she grew her business and a few things she learned from her experience.


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]]>21Retaining Employees With A Culture That Cares With Kevin Miller8OVFFF2b2Wed, 18 Jan 2023 11:00:00 GMT1602https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2023/01/18/retaining-employees-with-a-culture-that-cares-with-kevin-millerfalseOf course, most businesses aim to become huge companies with a huge employee base. But how can we really scale that employee number? In this episode, Kevin Miller shares how creating a caring culture within the work environment makes employees want to stay and therefore becomes an effective strategy for growing your business’ workforce. Tune in and learn how caring for your employees' holistic health builds a stronger foundation and provides greater results for your business!



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]]>20The Importance of Training Your Managers With James EberhardNCORsDVLSWed, 11 Jan 2023 11:00:00 GMT998https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2023/01/11/the-importance-of-training-your-managers-with-james-eberhardfalseIf you want to grow your business, start with your team management and culture. Trying to steer a ship that is poorly aligned in those aspects can lead to the downfall of your company. Join Kendra Prospero as she talks to the Founder of Fluid Truck, James Eberhard, about the importance of management training. Discover why you need to start hiring and training the right people so that you can develop the right company culture.

 

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]]>19How To Successfully Collaborate With Remote Teams With Yosh EisbartQUtWhdDgDWed, 04 Jan 2023 11:00:00 GMT1510https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2023/01/04/how-to-successfully-collaborate-with-remote-teams-with-yosh-eisbart/falseThe pandemic has forced almost all businesses to shift to online work setups. This has been a continuous struggle as it affects the team’s dynamic, the business's growth, and even the individuals’ welfare. In this episode, serial entrepreneur, published author, and board advisor Yosh Eisbart shares his experience in the online setup and how he found a way to successfully collaborate with remote teams. Join us in learning how to effectively increase the team dynamic both offline and online! 


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]]>18How To Reduce Turnover In A Competitive Industry With Brad Weber lTVfXHJ1hWed, 21 Dec 2022 11:00:00 GMT1333https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/12/21/how-to-reduce-turnover-in-a-competitive-industry-with-brad-weberfalseThe best solution to reduce a high turnover rate is to build a workplace culture where everyone feels welcome and supported. Kendra Prospero talks with Brad Weber, who shares how they nurture a career-driven and inclusive working environment at InspiringApps. He explains the positive response he gets from his team as he provides them with opportunities for professional growth in non-traditional yet highly efficient ways.



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]]>17Every Leader Needs A Growth Mindset With Michael Thatcher bdCkpSBLKWed, 14 Dec 2022 11:00:00 GMT1729https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/12/14/every-leader-needs-a-growth-mindset-with-michael-thatcher/falseIf you want to secure a successful organizational expansion, you need to have a strong growth mindset. Michael Thatcher joins Kendra Prospero to share how this mindset helped them bring their company to the next level. He explains how they made Charity Navigator the nation's largest and most utilized independent evaluator of charities. Michael discusses how they expanded to 15 states, acquired the nonprofit Impact Matters, and now rating around 200,000 organizations.


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]]>16Why All Leaders Need A Coach With Jill EllsworthN6norgpoPWed, 07 Dec 2022 11:00:00 GMT1188falseA professional coach is not just for people who feel lost or unaccomplished. It's also for anyone who wants to unlock their full potential and achieve their goals with confidence. In this episode, Jill Ellsworth, Founder and CEO Willow Industries, shares her experience in getting a coach. She reflects on how it impacted her work performance and personal relationships in the most positive ways. Tune in and learn how coaching can change your life too!


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]]>Improving Your Employee Experience With Rachel Johnson qbCKrXCTKWed, 30 Nov 2022 11:00:00 GMT1269https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/11/23/improving-your-employee-experience-with-rachel-johnson/falseAn increase in turnover is alarming for businesses because it causes struggle in backfilling those jobs. How can you meet your customers' needs if you don't have enough people to work? That's not the case with our guest, Rachel Johnson, who shares some ideas to improve employee experience. She spends her precious time with her employees to show that she cares. Tune in to this insightful episode and learn from Rachel's wisdom on how she turns the corner!


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]]>How to Scale Culture Quickly With Anthony HalschoPYoY12ZKWed, 16 Nov 2022 11:00:00 GMT1470https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/11/16/anthony-halsch-how-to-scale-culture-quicklyfalseGoing from seven employees to twenty-five is an exciting part of any organization's journey. However, it's also one you need to tread carefully so as not to disturb your company's existing culture and environment. Here to share tips on how to scale culture quickly is Anthony Halsch. Anthony is the Founder and CEO of ROXBOX Containers, a Denver-based manufacturer of modular buildings. The company has experienced rapid growth from seven to twenty-five employees in just about a month and a half to three months. In this episode, Anthony discusses the ups and downs of this expansion along with valuable and practical lessons he learned along the way. He discusses the structure of the organization, how they realign and communicate goals to keep the product rolling, and how he's turning the corner as CEO to manage all this and prevent the burnout of his employees and himself. Don't miss the learnings from this episode by tuning in.


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]]>It's Possible To Grow Your Company And Enhance Your Culture While Being Remote With Gene Fay44357GobJWed, 09 Nov 2022 11:00:00 GMT1611https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/11/10/gene-fay-its-possible-to-grow-your-company-and-enhance-your-culture-while-being-remotefalseScaling culture is vital to keep your team in line, but it is significantly hard when your company is growing. Gene Fay, the CEO at ThreatX, provides insights to help entrepreneurs cope with this workplace challenge by taking steps to enhance their culture. Having a defined culture is essential. Living those values should be the company's starting point. Tune in to learn how you can reinforce these values and amplify them to the people you add to the team.

]]>It's A Competitive Advantage To Hire Smart People And Then Trust Them To Do Their Jobs With Kelsey Raymond55Jlw7uHeWed, 02 Nov 2022 10:00:00 GMT1429https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/11/02/kelsey-raymond-its-a-competitive-advantage-to-hire-smart-people-and-then-trust-them-to-do-their-jobsfalseTraditionally, the hiring process has been about finding the best and the brightest employees and conducting a rigorous onboarding and training process to ensure they meet the company standards. But what if there is a better way? It's a competitive advantage to hire smart people and then trust them to do their jobs! And that is what Kelsey Raymond talks about today. Kelsey is the CEO of Influence & Co., a content marketing agency with 60 employees and over 100 clients. Her passion is to build the credibility of companies and individuals. In this episode, Kelsey Raymond speaks about why it is extremely advantageous to hire smart people and trust them to do their jobs. She shares how this approach can lead to better company and employee results.


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]]>It's Easy To Make A Product, It's Hard To Make A Great Culture With Mike BeckhamrGm6x4k2nWed, 26 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT1921https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/10/26/mike-beckham-its-easy-to-make-a-product-its-hard-to-make-a-great-culturefalseAre you developing a great culture within your organization, or are you just managing it to generate revenue? Be focused on your people because they are the key to your success. Listen to your host Kendra Prospero as she sits down for a conversation with Mike Beckham about a unique leadership style that creates a great culture and quality of life for its people. Mike Beckham is co-founder and CEO of Simple Modern, a leading producer of premium drinkware and lifestyle products. In this episode, he discusses the importance of recognizing a better way to structure things so you can create an environment where people can thrive and feel valued. He explains the concept of generosity and how it goes beyond just money. He shares his transformational experience and the different ways that you have an opportunity to be generous. Tune in to learn why money alone can’t fix everything and how empowering people create structures that make a difference.


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]]>Advice From A Seasoned Mentor With David Robersonz7MJfcwjKWed, 19 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT1804https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/10/19/advice-from-a-seasoned-mentor-with-david-robersonfalseExperience is the best teacher. And as we go through life, we learn as much from our mistakes as we do from our successes. We may pay a high price for our wrong choices, but we gain valuable knowledge along the way. But what if somebody already went through all that trouble, and instead of going through that pain ourselves, we can learn from their mistakes? In this episode, David Roberson, CEO of RoseRyan, shares insights on the advantages of mentorship and the mindset you should have as a mentee to objectively take feedback and leverage your mentor's knowledge and experience in taking your career to the optimum level. On the other end, he also shares the different approaches you as a mentor can take to make sure that you don't just turn a corner but go straight towards the goal.  


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]]>It's All About Values With Mike Betzer-va9fqBf4Wed, 12 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT2125https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/10/12/its-all-about-values-with-mike-betzerfalseIt's easy to get to your destination when you row in the same direction. Mike Betzer, the CEO of Hypergiant, shares insights on building trust within your team and driving performance by listening.


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]]>Building A Unified Culture In A Manufacturing Environment With Saloni Doshi7UCC2XmI1Wed, 05 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT1725https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/10/05/saloni-doshi-building-a-unified-culture-in-a-manufacturing-environmentfalseDeveloping certain practices can be difficult depending on the workplace environment. So, how do you build a unified culture in a manufacturing environment? Today, Saloni Doshi shares her insights on the subject. Saloni is the CEO and Chief Sustainability Officer at EcoEnclose, the world's most innovative provider of sustainable shipping solutions for e-commerce brands. Tune in as she shares the cross-training practices she uses to promote flexibility in the work process and the different strategies she employs in manufacturing.


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]]>Product Innovation: Creating A Profitable Business And Workplace Excellence With Hayden Wadsworthl-ZX4Jg11Wed, 28 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT1685https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/09/28/product-innovation-creating-a-profitable-business-and-workplace-excellence-with-hayden-wadsworth/falseThere is no single blueprint for success in building a business. However, there are certain key components that all businesses need to succeed. Too often, founders find a problem that needs solving. And that was certainly the case for our guest Hayden Wadsworth, the CEO and Co-Founder of HydroJug. About five years ago, he noticed that other gym members had milk jugs for water. These jugs are not recyclable and reusable, and they certainly lack personality. So, like all good entrepreneurs, he decided to fix this problem and make better jugs. Tune in to learn more about how Hayden built his company from scratch, what he learned along the way, and how he turned the corner to create a company that is not only profitable but also a great place to work.


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]]>How To Survive Rapid Growth With Char HuWxF-NnIsgWed, 21 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT1585https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/09/21/how-to-survive-rapid-growth-with-char-hu/falseBeing the CEO of a startup is a unique leadership experience, and it comes with its own set of challenges and rewards. As the head of a young company, you are tasked with growing your business and inspiring and motivating employees. Our guest today built a business from the ground up, found employees, cash, and clients, and has turned the corner into a business that is thriving. Char Hu is the CEO at The Helper Bees, an insurtech company that works with some of the world's largest insurance carriers to reduce their claims and administrative costs by supporting older adults who are aging independently at home. Join Char as he unfolds the story of how he built The Helper Bees from the ground up and turned it into a thriving business.


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]]>How To Scale Culture With Vic DrabickynYIdwnTYnWed, 14 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT1995https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/09/14/how-to-scale-culture-with-vic-drabicky/falseYour company lives and dies by your culture. Your core values need to show up in everything that you do. Vic Drabicky, the Founder and CEO of January Digital, puts culture front and center, even in their hiring process. Today, Vic talks about scaling your company culture and treating everyone with respect. Learn how he adapted his leadership style through COVID and discover the hiring process behind their company.


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]]>How Can I Serve You With Greg GreenwoodFm_x0B-u8Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:01:00 GMT1177https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/09/07/how-can-i-serve-you-with-greg-greenwood/falseAs a leader, you need to look for ways so you can serve your people. You want to be as transparent as you can with your employees because a trusting workplace will elevate performance. They shouldn't be competing with one another; they should be serving each other. Join Kendra Prospero as she talks to Greg Greenwood about the importance of serving each other. Greg is the co-founder / (Interim) iCEO of SpiralMethod and the founder of We Wave. Learn more about how Greg's point-of-view of leadership changed after problems arose. Find out how you can bring clarity and alignment into your business with a "who are we" statement. And know more about We Wave and Greg's mission to spread kindness and connection. Start serving each other today!


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]]>Being A B-Corp Is More Than Just A Status With Tristan LouisQH9yRl-EyWed, 07 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT1813https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/09/07/being-a-b-corp-is-more-than-just-a-status-with-tristan-louis/falseThe children are our future. And what better way to safeguard our future than to make sure our children are brought up with good values, given the best health care, and provided with the best resources to set them up for success. Sadly, child welfare has been a social issue for as long as we can remember and as hard as things already are, it gets harder when you don’t even know who needs help. In this episode, CEO of Casebook PBC, Tristan Louis shares their vision as a public benefit corporation to alleviate poverty by building a tool that caseworkers can use to better record and track cases for more effective management. He also talks about their unique culture that promotes open communication and fosters ownership and employee empowerment. Tune in and get insights on how you can drive performance and encourage innovation while keeping in line with your organization’s core values and keeping the team on the right track to achieving your goals. 


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]]>How Am I Contributing To The Problem That I'm Trying To Solve With Tammira PhilippeDG1IO8aOBWed, 31 Aug 2022 20:43:00 GMT1676https://turningthecornerllc.com/blog/2022/09/06/how-am-i-contributing-to-the-problem-that-im-trying-to-solve/falseTo solve the problem, the CEOs must ask themselves, “How am I contributing to the problem?” The growth of the business is determined by how problems are solved within the organization. Its growth depends on the perspective of leaders on leadership and the culture built in an organization with diverse teams. In this episode, Tammira Philippe, the president and CEO of Bridgeway Capital Management, shares her perspective of leaders on leadership and building the culture within the business to help the organization’s growth. Listen to this episode and understand how a leader contributes to solving the problem.


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