We All Deserve to Feel We Matter: Insights from Stephen “Shed” Shedletzky

September 17, 2024
Geoffrey Roche

 

In today’s fast-paced business environment, ensuring we matter at work is more important than ever. Research reveals that an employee’s relationship with their boss can impact their well-being more than their doctor or spouse, proving that leaders play a crucial role in shaping an environment where we matter. Stephen “Shed” Shedletzky, a Leadership Expert and Founder of Shed Inspires shares how leaders can create workplaces where people feel valued and psychologically safe.

Holistic Leadership host Geoffrey M. Roche speaks with Shedletzky, the Author of Speak Up Culture: When Leaders Truly Listen, People Step Up. They explore the necessity of fostering a culture where we matter and how leadership can either uplift or deplete a workforce.Shedletzky reflects on his journey from witnessing workplace layoffs early in his career to becoming a champion of leadership, culture, and communication. He stresses the importance of building environments where employees feel they truly matter, emphasizing leadership qualities like humility, courage, and decisiveness. Shed explains how listening and acting on feedback is essential to creating lasting positive change.

About Stephen Shedletzky:

Stephen “Shed” Shedletzky, former Chief of Staff to Simon Sinek, has built his career helping leaders cultivate environments where people feel they matter. His work focuses on psychological safety, leadership development, and fostering a culture of care within organizations. Shed is the founder of Shed Inspires and the author of Speak Up Culture, offering practical strategies for creating meaningful workplaces.

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