Cultivate Engagement: Systems and Culture for High-Performing Teams with Keith Boyer
“So organizations that have identified that [personal purpose] as a dynamic have a much lower rate of turnover, quiet, quitting, higher levels of engagement, higher levels of productivity, it’s affecting their profitability index and their bottom line.” Keith Boyer
Episode 8: Cultivate Engagement: Systems and Culture for High-Performing Teams with Keith Boyer
In this week’s enlightening episode of the “Cultivate Your Team Podcast,” I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Keith Boyer, an entrepreneurial leader with an impressive 30 years of experience. Keith and I explored a wide range of topics from leadership development to the importance of building a culture of trust within teams. Through his diverse experiences and our shared insights, we delved into the complexities and simplicities of leadership, the critical role of personal growth in effective leadership, and the powerful impact of embracing healthy conflict and trust-building in any organizational setting. Here are three key takeaways from our conversation:
- Leadership as Continuous Learning: Keith emphasized that true leadership involves an ongoing journey of learning, recognizing one’s own leadership gaps, and flexibly applying knowledge to different situations. This adaptability and willingness to grow are crucial for any leader aiming to stay relevant and effective.
- Importance of Healthy Conflict: We discussed how healthy conflict is essential for building trust and enhancing team performance. Good leaders should encourage open disagreement and diverse viewpoints as a means to foster a deeper understanding and collaboration among team members.
- Systems and Culture for High Performance: Keith shared valuable insights on the importance of implementing robust systems like the EOS operating system and creating a clear vision, mission, and goals to support a healthy cultural environment. These elements are key to developing high-performing teams that maintain low turnover and high engagement levels.
Our dialogue with Keith Boyer not only highlighted fundamental leadership principles but also offered practical advice for anyone looking to enhance their leadership skills and cultivate a thriving team culture. Whether you’re leading a small team or a large organization, this episode provides essential strategies for personal and professional growth.
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About Our Guest
Keith Boyer, an entrepreneurial leader with 30+ years of experience in leadership and business development, excels in connecting with clients and teams to facilitate the learning process. As a seasoned executive coach/trainer, he conducts effective coaching conversations with individuals and groups, proving invaluable to clients. Keith is an expert trainer, adept at leading group sessions of any size focusing on business development, employee engagement, team building, change management, conflict resolution, and emotional intelligence. His unique ability helps participants apply newfound skills at the highest level. Setting Keith apart is his extensive experience as a keynote speaker in diverse environments, cultures, and countries, and a practitioner in business and leadership. Formerly the CEO of a non-profit organization, he spearheaded impressive growth, expanding locations from one to nine across four states, growing staff from five to over fifty, rallying thousands of volunteers, and increasing the annual budget from $300k to $8M. Based in Denver, Colorado, Keith and his wife, Julie, share a love for the outdoors, travel, sports, and good food. They cherish the belief that life is better with friends and family, having three married daughters bringing them four granddaughters and two grandsons … so far.
You can find Keith on LinkedIn.
