Episode 29: What We Want Out of Workplace Culture with Steven L. Blue
Synopsis
Episode 29. Company culture is the focus of managers, owners and employees alike, but the question around what we’re all looking for isn’t always easy. Speaker, author, and business transformation expert Steven L. Blue discusses his background and why he’s an expert on company culture. Through experiences at different levels of an organization and his roles working to improve and fix the internal workings of different businesses.
With host Greg Martin, the interview covers topics including the divide between blue collar and white collar culture, rooting out problems within a company, trusting and respecting employees and interacting with subordinates.
Key Takeaways
Steven got his bachelor’s degree when he was 40. He pursued his goals ruthlessly and was always willing to take on the assignments no one else would. This has made him an expert problem solver—a skill he uses now in his own business to identify issues from the top down.
Other topics discussed include:
The benefits of pursuing education at a later age.
#1 trait employees are looking for from their job is “RESPECT”
How you can use education to distinguish yourself in a blue-collar industry.
Why it’s important to pursue your goals with everything you’ve got.
The secrets to creating and delivering a great speech.
How to cultivate a respectful team environment.
What people really desire to have in their work.
How to deal with internal growth limitations in the workplace.
Top tips for improving company culture, and where to start.
Steven’s Background
Steven is a keynote speaker, a best-selling author, and a film producer. Visit his website here.
Got his bachelor's degree when he was 40 and his master’s degree at 55
Steven is the CEO of Miller Ingenuity, a global supplier of high-technology systems that protect assets, preserve the environment, and save lives