Apr 05 2024 33 mins
Show Notes - Episode 1: Culture
Introduction:
- Welcome back to the Book of Law Podcast!
- This week, hosts Rachel Book and Patrick Law dive into the intricate topic of Culture – what it is and why it matters.
Main Discussion:
- Defining Culture: Rachel and Patrick unpack the concept of culture, drawing from their personal and professional experiences.
- Navigating Culture: The hosts share anecdotes illustrating how they've navigated culture throughout their careers.
- Self-Discovery: Reflecting on their journeys, Rachel and Patrick discuss how their experiences have shaped their cultural perspectives.
Links to Sources
- Adam Grant's Insight: Rachel and Patrick discuss an observation from Adam Grant's tweet, emphasizing the impact of values on behavior and leadership. Check out Adam Grant's tweet here.
- Resource Recommendation: "The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace" by Amy C. Edmondson: Dive into this resource on fostering psychological safety in the workplace, available here.
- Book Recommendations:
- "Leaders Eat Last" by Simon Sinek: Sinek explores the dynamics of leadership and its impact on team cohesion and resilience.
- "Unbreakable: Building and Leading Resilient Teams" by Bradley Kirkman: Kirkman provides practical strategies for building resilient teams capable of withstanding challenges and adversity.
- "Patton on Leadership" by Alan Axelrod: Axelrod draws lessons from the leadership style of General George S. Patton, offering timeless wisdom for effective leadership.
- Notable Quote: Reflecting on leadership and its impact on culture, Rachel and Patrick share a poignant quote by Steve Gruenert and Todd Whitaker: “The culture of any organization is shaped by the worst behavior the leader is willing to tolerate”.
Conclusion:
- Stay tuned for more engaging discussions and insightful reflections on the Book of Law Podcast!
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