E10: Culture Isn't Built or Destroyed in a Day with Jeff Seaton
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In Season 1, Episode 10 of Just Between Us Girls, host Arianny Damian welcomes Jeff Seaton, Vice President of Property and Casualty at Leavitt Group Midwest, to discuss leadership, accountability, and building a culture that rewards and empowers employees.
Jeff emphasizes that true leadership means recognizing and valuing employees consistently, not just at performance reviews. He challenges micromanagement, advocating for trust, transparency, and giving employees a voice in decision-making. With a focus on accountability, he stresses that leaders must hold themselves to even higher standards, ensuring that feedback is ongoing and that success is fairly rewarded.
He also explores the balance between fairness and individual needs, explaining that treating people equitably doesn’t always mean treating them the same. By shifting from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mentality, leaders can create opportunities rather than competition, fostering growth for both individuals and organizations.
Jeff highlights that rewarding employees isn’t just about recognition—it’s about providing clear expectations, support, and pathways for advancement. He urges leaders to set the tone for accountability, ensuring employees understand their impact and are motivated to contribute meaningfully.
This episode offers essential insights for leaders looking to build high-performing teams through fairness, transparency, and a culture where hard work is acknowledged and rewarded.
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