Episode 36

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17th Apr 2024

How Delise Simmons Thinks About Making Organizational Values Actually Mean Something

On today's episode of "How Leaders Think," host Kenny Lange engages in an in-depth conversation with Delise Simmons, the culture maven behind the Culture Think Tank. They delve into the dynamics of leadership behaviors that cultivate trust, the pivotal role of employee satisfaction, and the profound effect of organizational anxiety on performance. Delise shares critical insights on the importance of aligning company values with actionable behaviors, the challenges in fostering a disciplined culture, and strategies for engaging remote employees. Leaning on experiences from her time with giants like Southwest Airlines and JetBlue Airways, Delise offers invaluable guidance for leaders striving to shape vibrant, values-driven work environments.

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Delise's Resources:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/delise-simmons/
https://www.theculturethinktank.com/

#LeadershipInsights #CultureBuilding #EmployeeEngagement #OrganizationalHealth #TrustInLeadership

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How Leaders Think with Kenny Lange
Discover the secrets to impactful leadership with How Leaders Think, hosted by Kenny Lange.
Discover the secrets to impactful leadership with How Leaders Think, hosted by Kenny Lange. This podcast is your go-to resource for insights from top leaders across various industries. Each episode delves into the minds of successful entrepreneurs, CEOs, and thought leaders to uncover strategies for personal and professional growth.

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Kenny Lange

Kenny Lange helps faith-forward founders scale organizations without losing their soul, their people, or their mission.

After selling his first company and helping an agency nearly double revenue, Kenny discovered that scaling success can be just as hard as finding it. He's the creator of Lead to Scale™—a proven approach that guides leaders from chaos to Predictable Success.

Kenny hosts How Leaders Think, a globally top 10% podcast named a 2025 "must-listen" by MSN. His clients say he "cuts through the noise" and helps teams move from status meetings to strategic conversations.

Beyond business, Kenny and his wife Rebekah are on a mission to positively impact 10,000 kids by 2033.