Defiant Leadership: Creating a Culture of Relentless Change

Industry Edge

Shawn Jones is the President of Toyota Material Handling Midsouth, a premier provider of material handling equipment, warehouse solutions, rentals, parts, and service. With over 25 years of experience in material handling, he steers TMH Midsouth’s strategy and direction. Shawn empowers employees, delivers value to customers, and fosters a culture of intentional leadership.

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With the B2B industry constantly shifting, it’s detrimental for businesses and their leaders to remain in their comfort zones. Instead, companies must foster a productive culture by rallying their employees to work toward a common goal. How can you catalyze radical change in your organization?

Material handling leader Shawn Jones differentiates his organization in the market by relentlessly pursuing change and creating a culture that empowers employees in their personal and professional lives. He advocates for defiant leadership, which challenges the status quo and opposes market standards by creating proprietary change management methods. These leaders must partner with other members of the organization to spearhead strategies and support subordinate employees.

In the latest episode of Industry Edge, Michelle Keckler sits down with Shawn Jones, the President of Toyota Material Handling Midsouth, to discuss creating a culture of defiant leadership. Shawn explains the qualities of an intentional leader, how large organizations can foster a cohesive culture, and his daily leadership rituals.