Is your leadership style secretly sabotaging your business? In this episode of The Accidental Business Owner Podcast, Jay Allen—award-winning entrepreneur and founder of My TrueNORTH—reveals why the old-school “command and control” approach is costing you talent, profits, and peace of mind.

Discover how micromanagement destroys morale, slows growth, and drives your best people out the door. Jay shares eye-opening research from a major U.S. university study that analysed what really keeps employees loyal. Spoiler alert: nine retention drivers outrank salary—and most businesses ignore them completely.

If you want a team that performs better, stays longer, and actually enjoys coming to work, this episode is your roadmap. Expect practical, actionable strategies on:

✅ Building trust and autonomy
✅ Creating a culture that attracts top talent
✅ Leadership habits that boost engagement
✅ The hidden motivators that transform workplaces

Perfect for business owners, managers, and leaders ready to ditch outdated habits and build a stronger, more human business.

• Learn the 9 employee retention drivers that matter more than money
• Understand why micromanagement kills growth
• Get real-world leadership tips you can implement today

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