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Culture Is Everything With Garry Ridge

Culture Is Everything With Garry Ridge

Update: 2025-01-07
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Culture is the cornerstone of any thriving organization, and Garry Ridge, former CEO of WD-40 Company and a purpose-driven founder, board member, advisor, and professor understands this firsthand. He joins Adam Markel in looking back to his incredible leadership journey and the valuable lessons he learned about building a thriving people-first culture. Garry emphasizes the importance of servant leadership, prioritizing employee well-being, and creating a positive work environment where everyone thrives. Get ready for a dose of wisdom as Garry reveals how his unconventional "dumbass" approach to leadership transformed WD-40 into a people-centric powerhouse.


Show Notes:

  • 02:04 - Garry’s Leadership History
  • 08:07 - The Culture At WD-40
  • 12:25 - Challenges And Toxins Within A Company Culture
  • 17:52 - A Challenging Leadership Moment
  • 20:58 - Humility In Leadership
  • 23:45 - Inflection Points In Business
  • 26:13 - Evolving Nature Of Culture
  • 32:22 - CEO Compensation And People-First Values
  • 41:50 - Key Advice For CEOs


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Culture Is Everything With Garry Ridge

Culture Is Everything With Garry Ridge