In this powerful episode of Meredyth with a Why, I sit down with leadership expert and renowned CEO Dave Garrison, author of The Buy-In Advantage, to unpack the hard truths and simple strategies behind authentic leadership in today’s evolving workplace.

Dave brings over  25 years of leadership wisdom to the table, and I mean it when I say—this episode is packed with game-changing insights that leaders at any level can put into action right now.

Together, we dive into:

✅ Why asking “What are you celebrating right now?” instead of “How are you doing?” can completely shift workplace culture
✅ How to see your employees as whole humans, not just job descriptions
✅ The small, cost-free shifts that make a huge difference in how people show up
✅ Why most meetings are boring and ineffective—and how to turn them into co-created conversations that actually matter
✅ The real reason employees disengage—and how leaders are (often unknowingly) making it worse

We also talk about the emotional intelligence leaders need post-COVID, why old-school management is totally missing the mark with younger generations, and how we can all stop fighting the shift toward inclusive, people-first leadership.

If you’re a business owner, team lead, manager—or someone who simply wants to lead with more impact and heart—this episode is full of practical takeaways you can apply immediately.

🎧 Tune in to hear how you can:

✨ Lead from the inside out
✨ Foster buy-in without burnout
✨ Create meetings your team actually wants to attend
✨ Build a work culture where people feel seen, heard, and genuinely motivated

And don’t forget to check out The Buy-In Advantage at buyinbook.com for free tools, leadership questions, and more.

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00:00 Introducing Dave Garrison

02:58 Generational Differences in the Workplace

06:53 Leadership Challenges and Myths

08:23 The Importance of Company Culture

20:30 Reinventing Performance Reviews

25:49 Making a Difference in Healthcare

29:20 Evolving Leadership Trends

33:21 Practical Tips for Leaders

41:27 Effective Meetings

47:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Visit Dave Garrison’s website: garrisongrowth.com

Connect with him on Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/dave-garrison-growth