Episode 738: Bring your whole self to work, with Mike Robbins
Mike Robbins is the author of four books, including his latest, \u201cBring Your Whole Self to Work: How Vulnerability Unlocks Creativity, Connection, and Performance.\u201d He's a former professional baseball player, sought-after keynote speaker, and thought-leader whose been working with Fortune 500 companies for the past 17 years - helping leaders, teams, and organizations thrive. Mike\u2019s clients include Google, Wells Fargo, Microsoft, eBay, and many others.
What you'll learn about in this episode:- The importance of appreciating your journey while it\u2019s happening
- Why being fulfilled is more of an artform than a science
- What the fundamental difference is between recognition and appreciation
- The importance of hiring the right people that fit with your culture
- Why you need to consciously and continuously build your culture
- Why culture is more important than strategy
- Why you need to bring your whole self to work
- How psychological safety helps create high performing teams
- Why micromanaging creates an environment where employees are afraid to make mistakes
- Why employees are more likely to thrive in an environment where the bar is set high and your employees know you care about them