In this episode, hosts Troy Sandidge and Christina Kay discuss the importance of having a well-rounded team, drawing parallels from the Olympic Games and sports teams. They emphasize the need for diversity, role clarity, and creating an environment where team members can learn, grow, and make mistakes without fear.

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Best Moments:

(00:40) Christina mentions that it's the middle of the year, and they discuss surviving the first half

(01:09) Troy expresses excitement for the upcoming Olympics, particularly gymnastics

(03:06) Pondering how to apply the same mentality of never having an off-season to the business world

(04:03) Highlighting the importance of having the right combination of role players and knowing their strengths and weaknesses

(05:48) Emphasizing the need for leaders to coach their teams, allowing them to make mistakes and take risks

(06:23) Discussing the importance of giving people grace and trust, drawing examples from Simone Biles and Suni Lee

(07:30) Cautioning against pushing teams too hard during peak seasons without allowing for rest and reset

(08:19) Quoting a saying about striving for continuous improvement rather than perfection

(09:32) Appreciating the Olympics for showcasing talent, discipline, and commitment

(10:19) Highlighting the importance of creating opportunities for new talent to emerge

(11:36) Drawing a parallel between training for the Olympics and training teams for micro-moments in business

(12:47) Discussing which Olympic sports they would compete in if given the opportunity

(14:18) Sharing Simone Biles' quote about being the first of herself, emphasizing the importance of standing out

(14:53) Advising against trying to be exactly like competitors, as it can lead to confusion and a lack of differentiation

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How are "culture fits" actually reducing your potential to innovate better, include everyone, and ignite growth? Our guest, Tim Salas (Mr. F.O.W.), joined hosts Troy Sandidge and Christina Kay to discuss creating an inclusive work environment, navigating biases, and embracing diversity in entrepreneurship.

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Best Moments:

(02:25) Importance of making diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIBA) an inherent part of your company's cultural psyche

(05:03) Examples of how DEIBA is ingrained in his approach to hiring, vendors, and business practices

(08:18) Addressing the issue of non-compete clauses and their potential to limit earning potential and diversity

(09:30) Critiquing the concept of "culture fit" and how it can perpetuate homogeneity and limit growth

(11:04) Christina challenges Tim on the perceived extra work required for DEIBA practices and whether the ROI can be proven

(15:16) Tim encourages entrepreneurs of color and under-represented groups to shift their mindset from "begging" to being creators and opportunity makers

(18:25) Advice for breaking through a scarcity mindset and building an environment that fosters an abundance mindset

(20:09) The importance of creating new systems focused on impact and multiculturalism rather than building upon existing capitalistic systems

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Guest Bio:

Tim Salas (Mr. F.O.W.) is a trailblazer and champion for the future of work, advocating for a more inclusive workplace for underrepresented leaders, women, LGBTQ+, and underserved communities. He is the leader and chief captain at Guide, an onboarding training platform focused on talent experience, and the co-founder and chief captain of Big Black Tea, a wellness company focused on increasing wellness in corporate America.

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In this episode, hosts Troy Sandidge and Christina Kay chat with their guest Tim Salas (aka Mr. F.O.W.), co-founder of Guide and Big Black Tea.

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Best Moments:

(11:05) Troy commends Tim for his emotionally intelligent approach to leadership

(15:30) Tim discusses Guide's talent experience guidebook

(18:19) Troy explores navigating founder dynamics and prioritizing the human experience

(23:10) Tim observes a predominant focus on AI, tech, and money over culture and humanity among founders

(27:24) Troy reflects on considering diverse perspectives in building inclusive businesses

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Guest Bio:

Tim Salas (aka Mr. F.O.W.) is the co-founder and chief captain of Guide, a talent onboarding and training platform, and Big Black Tea, a company focused on improving corporate wellness. With over a decade in the tech industry, Tim is passionate about creating human-centric experiences and building belief systems through his companies' products and cultures.

Connect With Us:

Unfiltered Growth is an S3M original show, part of the Guru Podcast Network!

Connect with Christina Kay:

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- X/Twitter

Connect with Troy Sandidge:

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Learn more about S3M