Creating a Healthy Culture, with Tobias Sturesson
In this episode of the Voice of Influence podcast, host Andrea interviews Tobias Sturesson, a culture change expert and co-founder of Heart Management. Tobias shares his journey from growing up in a religious cult to becoming a leading advocate for cultural health in organizations. They discuss his new book, You Can Culture, is aimed at helping leaders create thriving cultures.
Tobias shares from his own experience in a cult and emphasizes the importance of humility, vulnerability, and practical steps for leaders to reflect on and solicit feedback to build healthier workplaces. He also touches on recognizing toxic behaviors, the significance of systemic issues in organizations, and strategies for ensuring ethical integrity and sustainable cultural practices. Tobias highlights the challenges and importance of soliciting honest feedback within teams and the role of leaders in fostering an environment where people feel safe to speak up.
Mentioned in this Episode:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
01:19 Tobias’s Book Journey
04:35 Personal Story and Cult Experience
10:25 Recognizing Unhealthy Cultures
17:06 Leadership and Cultural Health
25:39 Practical Steps for Leaders
40:52 Hiring for Values Fit
45:43 Conclusion and Final Advice
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