Lead Culture with Jenni Catron

• 307 | Build a Culture Playbook That Lasts: Operational Rhythms for Teams

  Culture doesn’t protect itself. If you don’t design it, you’ll default to one—and it’s usually not the one you want. In this episode, Jenni unpacks the build phase of the LeadCulture Framework: the rhythms and systems that take culture from aspirational to operational.Joining her is Carson Pedraza, Executive Director of Operations at Local Church in South Florida. Carson has been instrumental in creating a playbook that protects and reinforces culture across the employee journey—from interviewing and onboarding to staff meetings and even staff transitions.Together, they’ll explore:Why culture unravels without intentional rhythmsHow to weave values into everyday practices and team rhythmsPractical systems that ensure culture isn’t just written on the wall, but lived in real timeIf you’ve ever felt like your team is drifting, rehashing the same issues, or slipping toward disengagement, this episode will help you design rhythms that sustain a thriving culture over time.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

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• 306 | Defining Culture: A Proven Framework to Align Your Team and Improve Retention

  In this episode of the LeadCulture Podcast, Jenni Catron dives into the Define Phase of the LeadCulture Framework, where culture clarity becomes the driving force for thriving teams.Jenni sits down with Angela Shirley, an executive leader overseeing 70+ early childhood educators and 300+ students across multiple campuses. Post-pandemic, Angela faced burnout, high turnover, and the quiet undercurrents of negativity that can sink even the best organizations.Together, they explore how Angela:Discovered the hidden culture gaps affecting engagement, trust, and performanceCollaboratively defined core values with her entire team, turning abstract ideals into daily behaviorsCreated alignment and ownership across 150 staff members, giving voice to every employeeUsed core values to guide tough conversations, reinforce positive behaviors, and strengthen moraleTransformed culture into a competitive advantage, reducing turnover and building a thriving, people-focused workplaceThrough Angela’s journey, leaders will see how intentionally defining values, beliefs, and behaviors isn’t just “nice to have”—it’s the key to turning hope into results, building alignment, and creating a culture your team chooses to stay for.If you’ve ever wondered how to move from aspirational culture statements to real, measurable outcomes, this episode is packed with insights you can apply immediately.Listen and learn: How to define your cultureAlign your teamLead with clarity, confidence, and intentionality.Check out Angela's full customer story here.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

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• 305 | How to Assess Your Culture: Why It Starts with You as the Leader

  Every leader wants a thriving culture—but it starts with getting uncomfortably honest about the one you already have. In this episode, Jenni unpacks the LeadCulture Framework with the first and most courageous step: assessment.She’s joined by pastor, author, and podcast host Adam Weber, who shares his raw and vulnerable journey of discovering how his leadership was unintentionally shaping a culture that wore his team out. From staff turnover and painful lessons in self-awareness to rebuilding trust and creating a healthier environment, Adam’s story is a powerful reminder that culture begins with us as leaders.Together, Jenni and Adam explore:Why assessing culture is deeply personal, not just organizationalThe role of self-awareness in shaping healthy teamsHow feedback (even painful feedback) can become your best allyPractical rhythms that foster honesty, care, and long-term faithfulness in leadershipIf you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to create a thriving team culture, this conversation will challenge, encourage, and equip you to take the first step.Listen to Adam's podcastConnect with Adam on InstagramLeadCulture SurveyLeadCulture ServicesLeadCulture Network WaitlistWe need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

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• 304 | Bonus Episode - How to Lead Gen Z in the Workplace: What Every Executive Needs to Know

  As the summer of leadership series wraps up, we’re diving deep into one of today’s most urgent leadership challenges: effectively leading Gen Z. This special bonus episode features an exclusive conversation between Jenni Catron and Zach Meerkreebs, a seasoned pastor who has walked alongside Gen Z students during their formative college years. Zach brings a unique, frontline perspective on what it truly takes to engage, empower, and inspire this emerging generation in the workplace.Why does leading Gen Z challenge everything seasoned leaders thought they knew? Because this generation operates with a fresh mix of authenticity, high expectations, and a corrective spirit that’s reshaping organizational culture. Zach unpacks the “why” behind Gen Z’s motivations and the “how” executive leaders can create space for their voices, foster their growth, and cultivate a thriving multigenerational team.In this conversation, you’ll learn:The defining values and leadership styles of Gen Z that every leader needs to understandHow empathy and consecrated curiosity can transform your approach to coaching and feedbackWhy paying the “leadership tax” for younger team members is an investment, not a costHow to set clear expectations while honoring authenticity and a hunger for meaningful impactReal-world insights from Zach’s experience shepherding Gen Z through a powerful moment of revival and transformation in college ministryAbout Zach Meerkreebs: Zach is a pastor, leadership coach, and author who has dedicated his career to developing leaders and mentoring Gen Z students. Most recently, Zach led a historic spiritual movement at Asbury University, engaging tens of thousands of young people in a powerful awakening. His new book, Lower: How Humility Shapes Leaders and Transforms Culture, explores the role of humility as a leadership superpower in today’s complex world.Where to connect with Zach & learn more:Grab Zach’s book Lower to dive deeper into leadership and humilityFollow Zach on social media for ongoing leadership insights and encouragement. (Instagram)Visit the Barnabas Collective, Zach’s nonprofit focused on leader renewal and growthIf you’re leading Gen Z on your team — or preparing to — this episode is an essential listen. Let Jenni and Zach guide you through the challenges and opportunities of stewarding this next generation of leaders with clarity, confidence, and heart.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

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• 303 | Wrapping Up the Summer of Leadership — The Skills That Shape Culture

  In this episode of the Lead Culture Podcast, Jenni Catron wraps up our Summer of Leadership series with an essential conversation about the eight leadership skills that truly shape a healthy, sustainable culture — and why your culture plan needs to be as clear and intentional as your budget plan for next year.If you’ve followed along this summer, you know these aren’t just “soft skills.” They’re the building blocks of influence — practical tools that help leaders inspire trust, clarity, and momentum at every level of the organization.In this episode, Jenni recaps each skill:Self-Leadership:The hardest — and most crucial — person to lead is you.Emotional Intelligence:If you can’t read the room, you can’t lead the room.Communication:Clear, repeatable messages build trust and alignment.Decision-Making:Every choice shows your team what you really value.Delegation:Letting go creates trust — and margin.Accountability:Expecting the best shows you care.Feedback:It’s not criticism — it’s investment.Ownership:It’s not a title — it’s an attitude.You’ll also hear fresh insights on why many leaders know these matter but still struggle to put them into action — and how to align your resources and rhythms to make culture stick for the long haul.Jenni shares eye-opening Gallup data that reveals just how costly disengagement really is — and how your investment in culture today can fuel retention, profitability, and purpose tomorrow.Finally, Jenni invites you into the brand-new LeadCulture Network — a community of like-minded leaders who want to keep growing, together.Ready to close the gap between the culture you have and the culture you want? Listen in — and start building your unstoppable culture today.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

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