Billy and Hali are back in the meeting room for an inspiring episode of the Nuts and Bolts of Leadership Podcast with Hope Thompson, President and CEO of Northern Radiator. Hope shares her journey as a leader, offering nuggets of wisdom for young professionals on taking the initiative to assist team members and broadening their understanding of business operations across departments.
She dives into the importance of fostering a culture where everyone’s voice is valued and emphasizes the critical role of a clear, well-communicated growth vision. Hope discusses how to lay the groundwork for that vision while embracing transparency through team town halls that encourage curiosity and open dialogue.
From the value of hands-on leadership to the patience and reliability required for building lasting customer relationships, Hope offers practical strategies for creating meaningful connections. She also shares her perspective on leaders with multi-location businesses, highlighting the importance of being present and engaged with every team.
Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just starting your journey, this episode is packed with nuggets on leading with authenticity, collaboration, and a commitment to growth. Tune in and get ready to be inspired!
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The Nuts and Bolts of Leadership Podcast
What does it mean to be a leader? Why does learning about leadership matter? How can we become servant leaders? The Nuts and Bolts of Leadership Podcast drills into the foundations of leadership for both the emerging and established leader. Billy Duren and Hali Gibson bring in dynamic leaders each week to discuss what being a lifelong learner and people developer really looks like. Join us as we bring you proven leaders who want to serve you with their story, as well as teaching us how to grow as leaders. We will be mining for the nuggets of wisdom from these dynamic leaders from throughout the country.
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