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**Gut + Science**

Gut + Science is a leadership podcast for executives, people leaders, and high achievers who want to build stronger teams, healthier workplace cultures, and higher employee engagement.

Hosted by Nikki Lewallen Gregory, each episode blends people-first leadership, practical leadership development, and real-world insight from executives and thought leaders.

Through candid conversations and powerful stories, Gut + Science explores culture, coaching, communication, performance, employee engagement, and the human side of leadership, giving listeners practical ideas and perspectives they can put into action.

Latest Episodes:

010: Steve Sanner | Increasing Employee Loyalty With Personal Development Programs Jun 14, 2018

Show notes

Truth You Can Act On:

Recognition or reward is best with a personal touch from the leader. When quality work is recognized by a leader, employees feel more validated and cared about. Make it a priority to schedule time for personally rewarding your employees. Simple acts of recognition and small unexpected rewards are surefire ways of boosting engagement.
Innovation comes from listening. The best way to come up with creative ideas for increasing employee satisfaction and loyalty is by listening. Ask your employees questions, show genuine interest in their needs, and listen to what they have to say. Do this on a regular basis and you're guaranteed to get some great ideas.
Strict on-boarding predicts future sustainability. During the onboarding process, set clear guidelines for the type of person you're looking to hire. Make it clear that your company is a serious place to work and that you're looking for the best. The extra effort required to find the right person will always be worth it in the long run.
The key to on-boarding engagement is trust. Many employees have the preconception that business owners and corporations are out to get them. Your job is to change that perception as quickly as possible. During the onboarding process, find ways to show each new hire that the company cares about them.

Full Shownotes:

https://gutplusscience.com/steve-sanner

Book Recommendation:

Fans Not Customers: How to Create Growth Companies in a No Growth World by Vernon Hill

Sponsors:

Custom Concrete - Custom Concrete has been creating foundations for the finest homes, commercial buildings and industrial facilities throughout Central Indiana since 1969. Builders, contractors, and homeowners rely on our expertise because so much depends on getting it right. Our knowledge and control of all aspects of the job, from excavation to waterproofing to backfill, means that extra value is built into every project. Codes don't drive our business, excellence does.
LHD Benefits - LHD is a full-service employee benefits firm, that empowers their clients to make the best possible decisions for their employees -- to define optimal objectives, monitor outcomes, improve health, and engage and advocate for employees and their loved ones.

009: Seth Morales | LEGOs + Core Values - The Building Blocks of an Authentic Culture Jun 07, 2018

Show notes

Truth You Can Act On:

Leadership Development. Make sure your leadership is aligned. If there is one thing that hinders growth, it's having leaders who are not on the same page. Cultural alignment and clarity are essential throughout every tier of your company - from the executive team to middle management. Also, don't forget to invest in your team's professional development. You are only as strong as your top leadership.
Recognition Programs. Create a recognition program that ties back into your company's mission. Make it meaningful - something that your employees are proud to participate in. It can't be an afterthought. Make it a focal part of your company culture. This means creating a system with a frequent (and mandatory) cadence.
Diversity. There are two keys to attracting a diverse workforce. The first is creating a company culture that gives off a diverse vibe. You should be able to walk into your office and just feel it. The second key is going out and developing partnerships with entities connected with diverse populations. An effective way to do this is to hire an Outreach Manager whose main responsibility is to foster these relationships.

Full Shownotes:

https://gutplusscience.com/seth-morales

Sponsors:

Emplify - Are you still using pulse surveys? How about annual questionnaires? If your organization relies on either of these, it's time to discover Emplify. • Emplify has created a new way to measure employee engagement. It's where CEOs who want to know what's really happening within a workforce go… to get honest feedback… and to understand what needs to change for people to love their work using simple and trustworthy data.
Purple Ink - Purple Ink's customized HR services will help you make your workspace JoyPowered. Whether you're looking for help with recruiting, compliance, or leadership training, they listen to what you need and tailor their solutions to you.

008: Patrick Broccolo | Perception is Reality: How to Care For Your Culture May 31, 2018

Show notes

Truth You Can Act On:

Don't Assume. Go and have the conversation to help you understand how your employees feel about your company. Seek first to understand then promptly respond. It's easy to assume everyone is engaged when there are no apparent conflicts. Avoid this mistake by asking questions, seeking out conversations, and continually identifying opportunities for improvement.
Leverage Personal Touch. Go beyond using technology to engage with your team. The workforce is becoming more and more remote which means adding personal touches is even more critical. Technology is necessary but never underestimate the power of face-to-face interaction. As leaders, we need to seek out opportunities to connect personally.
Solicit Feedback. Asking for feedback should be done regularly not just annually. By surveying and asking for feedback, you can improve your culture. Employees notice when their feedback gets implemented. You can't improve anything if you're not sure what's wrong.
Innovate with Your Team. Seek out opportunities to connect and innovate with your team by going off-site. The best ideas stem from your employees.

Full Shownotes:

https://gutplusscience.com/patrick-broccolo

Book Recommendations:

Good Leaders Ask Good Questions by John C. Maxwell
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni
The Dream Manager by Matthew Kelly

Sponsors:

Purple Ink - Purple Ink's customized HR services will help you make your workspace JoyPowered. Whether you're looking for help with recruiting, compliance, or leadership training, they listen to what you need and tailor their solutions to you.
Titus - In our conversations with CEOs and hiring managers, we hear they are frustrated with traditional recruiting... From outrageous fees to focusing on candidates before clients, the process was broken and needed to be fixed. Enter Titus Talent. Titus Talent Strategies serves its clients using passionate people, a proven process, and unparalleled performance. Oh, did we mention they guarantee the PERFORMANCE of their candidates for 12 months?

007: Casey Wright | Fostering Internal Fans for Long-term Wins May 24, 2018

Show notes

Truth You Can Act On:

Regular Communication: Having the one-on-one cadence is great but tailor it to what that specific person needs. For some it might be every week for others it could be every other. Then keep track of what you discuss with your team through a shared document. This document keeps you both on track with development and communication.
Be a Role Model: Share your personal development journey with your team. The more they see you taking action, the more inspired they will be to take action on their own.
Show Weakness: Many leaders don't do this for fear of losing their employees respect. In reality, showing this vulnerability elicits more respect and buy-in. When you show you're human, you become more relatable as a leader generating a deeper level of understanding.
Write Notes: Acknowledge the wins either through a shared channel or take the time to write handwritten notes to your employees. Recognizing the effort and the outcome they created develops a layer of trust and appreciation between your employees and your leaders.

Full Shownotes:

https://gutplusscience.com/casey-wright

Book Recommendations:

Mastering the Rockefeller Habits: What You Must Do to Increase the Value of Your Growing Firm by Verne Harnish
The Vortex: Where the Law of Attraction Assembles All Relationships by Esther Hicks
Think and Grow Rich: The Original, an Official Publication of The Napoleon Hill Foundation by Napoleon Hill

Sponsors:

LHD Benefits - LHD is a full-service employee benefits firm, that empowers their clients to make the best possible decisions for their employees -- to define optimal objectives, monitor outcomes, improve health, and engage and advocate for employees and their loved ones.
PurpleInk - Purple Ink's customized HR services will help you make your workspace JoyPowered. Whether you're looking for help with recruiting, compliance, or leadership training, they listen to what you need and tailor their solutions to you.

006: Jonathan Reynolds | Owning the Tough Conversations May 17, 2018

Show notes

Truth You Can Act On:

Define Your Culture: Values create your culture code. These should be established as a company rather than dictated. The company values also drive decision making whether it's a question of hiring or letting go.
Challenge your people: When having tough conversations, it's essential to talk facts not opinions. To eliminate the rumor mill or gossip, empower your people to have tough conversations. These shouldn't be arguments rather frank discussions helping to make each other better.
Learn from Others: Take the time to meet and engage with others outside your organization. When you spend time networking and meeting with peers one-on-one, you gain new perspectives and opportunities to learn.

Full Shownotes:

https://gutplusscience.com/jonathan-reynolds/

Book Recommendation:

Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't by Simon Sinek

Sponsors:

Emplify - Are you still using pulse surveys? How about annual questionnaires? If your organization relies on either of these, it's time to discover Emplify. Emplify has created a new way to measure employee engagement. It's where CEOs who want to know what's really happening within a workforce go… to get honest feedback… and to understand what needs to change for people to love their work using simple and trustworthy data. To see their latest research on employee engagement, visit emplify.com.
Custom Concrete - Custom Concrete has been creating foundations for the finest homes, commercial buildings and industrial facilities throughout Central Indiana since 1969. Builders, contractors, and homeowners rely on our expertise because so much depends on getting it right. Our knowledge and control of all aspects of the job, from excavation to waterproofing to backfill, means that extra value is built into every project. Codes don't drive our business, excellence does. See the difference at customeconcrete.com

005: Mary Beth Oakes | Cultivating a Culture of Trust Through Failure May 10, 2018

Show notes

Truth You Can Act On:

Dedicated open space: Your office space and make an impact on your employee's engagement. Find and dedicate a space in your organization that can foster and allow for your employees to naturally build relationships. This space can be a place for community and enabling access to one another.
Challenge your people: One of the most rewarding things a leader can do is see their employees grow. Carve out time for one-on-one coaching and working with your people to develop them personally and professionally.
Get real feedback, regularly: Find the best tools for your organization to allow you to gain the truth. Then leverage that feedback to make organizational changes. Feedback is important as you continue to grow as a leader, but also for your team to know you're listening, you care, and you are constantly improving. The feedback net can go beyond your employees rather cast a wider net to gain a broader perspective.

Full Shownotes:

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Book Recommendation:

Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink

Sponsors:

PurpleInk - Purple Ink's customized HR services will help you make your workspace JoyPowered. Whether you're looking for help with recruiting, compliance, or leadership training, they listen to what you need and tailor their solutions to you. And look for The JoyPowered Workspace Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts!
LHD Benefits - LHD is a full-service employee benefits firm, that empowers their clients to make the best possible decisions for their employees -- to define optimal objectives, monitor outcomes, improve health, and engage and advocate for employees and their loved ones.

004: Tom Zupancic | Culture is a Team Sport May 03, 2018

Show notes

Truth You Can Act On:

Know people's motivation: We can't treat all of our people the same. Everyone's motivated in different ways and we have to know what's there why. We have to spend time listening and understanding how your employees are motivated.
Employees first: Customer service should be a top priority but it can't take precedence over your employees. When you help your employees win they'll walk through fire for you and your customers.
Build on their strengths: Always look for the good in people and acknowledge what they're doing well. You can build loyalty by leading with positivity. When we have a strong relationship with people they stop expecting you to be perfect and start focusing on how they can help bring the company's vision to life.

Full Shownotes:

http://gutplusscience.com/tom-zupancic

Book recommendation:

Dream Manager by Matthew Kelley

Sponsors:

LHD Benefits - LHD is a full-service employee benefits firm, that empowers their clients to make the best possible decisions for their employees -- to define optimal objectives, monitor outcomes, improve health, and engage and advocate for employees and their loved ones. Visit lhdbenefits.com
Custom Concrete - Custom Concrete has been creating foundations for the finest homes, commercial buildings and industrial facilities throughout Central Indiana since 1969. Builders, contractor, and homeowners rely on our expertise because so much depends on getting it right. Our knowledge and control of all aspects of the job, from excavation to waterproofing to backfill, means that extra value is built into every project. Codes don't drive our business, excellence does. See the difference at customeconcrete.com

003: Tom Jackson | The Jackson 5: Five Strategies to Engage Remote Employees Apr 26, 2018

Show notes

Truth You Can Act On:

Authenticity and vulnerability are key. It's important as leaders to take off the 'suit and tie' and be authentic. Connect with your employees as human being to human being. It's really hard to do because it's this balancing act. I think for a lot of us in leadership roles we want to make sure to walk the fine line on keeping things professional. However, the more authentic you are as a leader the better.
Check-In often. Checking in and spending time with your team members talking through their personal growth journey as much as their professional growth. If you have a two-hour meeting, break it in half by spending time helping your people develop individually, which is as important as growing professionally and meeting the goals of your business. In addition, figure out how to be present on a regular basis. Go and see your people out in the field and go travel to new locations to see just see people outside of your office
Personal recognition. The power of personal recognition even in the smallest forms can make the greatest impact. So writing out a note on a notecard can go such a long way. Think about how you can add more personal recognition with simple touches can make such an impact.

Sponsors:

EMPLIFY - Are you still using pulse surveys? How about annual questionnaires? If your organization relies on either of these, it's time to discover Emplify. Emplify has created a new way to measure employee engagement. It's where CEOs who want to know what's really happening within a workforce go… to get honest feedback… and to understand what needs to change for people to love their work using simple and trustworthy data. To see their latest research on employee engagement, visit emplify.com.
TITUS - In our conversations with CEOs and hiring managers, we hear they are frustrated with traditional recruiting... From outrageous fees to focusing on candidates before clients, the process was broken and needed to be fixed. Enter Titus Talent. Titus Talent Strategies serves its clients using passionate people, a proven process, and unparalleled performance. Oh, did we mention they guarantee the PERFORMANCE of their candidates for 12 months? If you want to learn how they're disrupting the recruitment space head over to titustalent.com.
PurpleInk - Purple Ink's customized HR services will help you make your workspace JoyPowered. Whether you're looking for help with recruiting, compliance, or leadership training, they listen to what you need and tailor their solutions to you. Check out purpleinkllc.com, to find out how they can help your business.
LHD Benefits - LHD is a full-service employee benefits firm, that empowers their clients to make the best possible decisions for their employees -- to define optimal objectives, monitor outcomes, improve health, and engage and advocate for employees and their loved ones. Visit lhdbenefits.com.

002: Mike Davis | Because If You Don't Care About Culture, No One Will Apr 26, 2018

Show notes

Truth You Can Act On:

Hire for cultural fit. Make sure this human being is not just being hired for skill set but for cultural fit, meaning that they're going to jive with the rest of your organization and help everyone be better. You don't want to go back and fix that later. One of the greatest tests is just thinking through how long would you like to hang out with this person outside of work. That's really good test because you should want to hang out and be friends with them.
Understand the power of soft skills training. We need to develop our people from the communication to relationship skills like building friendships and knowing how to show up. So I just encourage you to think through not so much the mechanical things and the high-level skills that they need as employees to do a great job but the soft skills training as well. Take retreats you know to get them away do some team building and really just help develop your people.
Build disciples. When you build Disciple's you are really building a custom culture to your organization. The people in your organization will scale and grow your culture. As a CEO you cannot delegate culture. You have to figure out how to scale. So building disciples in your organization is what will allow you to fulfill your vision. Be visible. Empower the leaders in your org to do the same.

Sponsors:

EMPLIFY - Are you still using pulse surveys? How about annual questionnaires? If your organization relies on either of these, it's time to discover Emplify. Emplify has created a new way to measure employee engagement. It's where CEOs who want to know what's really happening within a workforce go… to get honest feedback… and to understand what needs to change for people to love their work using simple and trustworthy data. To see their latest research on employee engagement, visit emplify.com.
TITUS - In our conversations with CEOs and hiring managers, we hear they are frustrated with traditional recruiting... From outrageous fees to focusing on candidates before clients, the process was broken and needed to be fixed. Enter Titus Talent. Titus Talent Strategies serves its clients using passionate people, a proven process, and unparalleled performance. Oh, did we mention they guarantee the PERFORMANCE of their candidates for 12 months? If you want to learn how they're disrupting the recruitment space head over to titustalent.com.
PurpleInk - Purple Ink's customized HR services will help you make your workspace JoyPowered. Whether you're looking for help with recruiting, compliance, or leadership training, they listen to what you need and tailor their solutions to you. Check out purpleinkllc.com, to find out how they can help your business.
LHD Benefits - LHD is a full-service employee benefits firm, that empowers their clients to make the best possible decisions for their employees -- to define optimal objectives, monitor outcomes, improve health, and engage and advocate for employees and their loved ones. Visit lhdbenefits.com.

001: Jethro Lloyd | Meaning and Millennials: How to engage and retain them Apr 26, 2018

Show notes

Truth You Can Act On:

Focus on humanizing your communication. Don't forget it's not what you say, it's how you say it. I encourage you to think through how you're communicating as a whole whether it's general communications or the more touchy subjects that obviously need more intimate communication around them. Really focusing on how big communication is and how it can impact your organization.
Allow for on one-to one-interaction. I know that as a CEO or president, you can't be everywhere all the time. However, you can encourage your leaders to be more proactive with one-on-one time with the people on their team. Empower your managers or leaders to do the same thing so that you can really scale the opportunity and make the impact.
Embrace authenticity. Be authentic regularly, especially in the world of millennials and the younger generations, they want to know the real you. The bottom line and all of that we try very hard to be connected to our people but we sometimes forget how much of an impact just talking about our weekends or sharing some kind of just vulnerability. I just encourage you to do more and more of that.

Sponsors:

EMPLIFY - Are you still using pulse surveys? How about annual questionnaires? If your organization relies on either of these, it's time to discover Emplify. Emplify has created a new way to measure employee engagement. It's where CEOs who want to know what's really happening within a workforce go… to get honest feedback… and to understand what needs to change for people to love their work using simple and trustworthy data. To see their latest research on employee engagement, visit emplify.com.
TITUS - In our conversations with CEOs and hiring managers, we hear they are frustrated with traditional recruiting... From outrageous fees to focusing on candidates before clients, the process was broken and needed to be fixed. Enter Titus Talent. Titus Talent Strategies serves its clients using passionate people, a proven process, and unparalleled performance. Oh, did we mention they guarantee the PERFORMANCE of their candidates for 12 months? If you want to learn how they're disrupting the recruitment space head over to titustalent.com.
PurpleInk - Purple Ink's customized HR services will help you make your workspace JoyPowered. Whether you're looking for help with recruiting, compliance, or leadership training, they listen to what you need and tailor their solutions to you. Check out purpleinkllc.com, to find out how they can help your business.
LHD Benefits - LHD is a full-service employee benefits firm, that empowers their clients to make the best possible decisions for their employees -- to define optimal objectives, monitor outcomes, improve health, and engage and advocate for employees and their loved ones. Visit lhdbenefits.com.

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