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The People Dividend Podcast


Apr 5, 2022

Welcome to another episode of The Authentic Change Podcast, I am Mike Horne, your host and I am joined today by Michael Kurland, CEO and founder of Branded Group, also a host of Be Better Podcast. In this episode, Michael shares the set of values he has promoted in his company by leading with purpose and giving back to his community.

 

Key Takeaways:

[1:39] Michael introduces himself.

[5:25] Michael dives deep into the changes that happened in his life in 2013, and what drew him into the greatest transformation of his life.

[9:15] Where does “Be Better” come from?

[11:01] Employees came up with: Be better, be humble, be altruistic, be honest, be adaptable.

[11:44] Michael talks about how personal and organizational values are intertwined.

[13:58] Michael talks about the beginnings of Be Better program.

[17:11] Being altruistic has proven to be difficult during the pandemic.

[17:49] Michael recognizes that staying humble can be a challenge when you are growing a company successfully.

[18:45] Michael talks about how the company’s values have evolved with time.

[20:40] Michael talks about his personal growth during the past eight years and how it is connected to his current state of happiness.

[22:22] Michael speaks on his perspective about authenticity.

[24:47] What is Michael’s coaching approach?

[27:50] How do you stay involved as a leader when you give people plenty of autonomy?

[29:27] Michael encourages people to really listen, reach out and connect, getting over the fear of rejection.

[31:23] Michael shares tips with people who want to develop successful careers.

 

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