Dirt Talk Podcast
From Near-Business Death to Prospering w/ Ryan Schmitt – DT 350
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Key takeaways
- Transparency fosters trust and engagement among employees, especially during difficult times.
- Employee ownership can significantly enhance company culture and employee morale.
- Lean methodologies can revolutionize operational processes, providing a framework for continuous improvement.
- Investing in employee growth and development proactively can lead to a more committed and skilled workforce.
Summary
The Importance of Transparency and Leadership in Business
Ryan Schmitt emphasizes the necessity of transparency within a company, particularly during challenging times. He recounts his experiences navigating through a crisis in 2018 and how sharing financial details with his team fostered a culture of trust and collective problem-solving. This honesty not only constructed a more robust company culture but also encouraged employees to contribute better and feel connected to the company's mission.
Employee Ownership as a Driving Force
Schmitt discusses the transformation within Petticoat-Schmitt after shifting to an employee ownership model (ESOP). He articulates how this arrangement has added significant value to their culture, showing that when employees hold shares, they take greater pride and responsibility in their work, leading to improved overall performance.
Adopting Lean Practices for Continuous Improvement
In this section, Schmitt shares insights on incorporating lean practices and processes within the company. He underscores the importance of continuous improvement and how leveraging feedback from employees has led to better operational efficiency and project delivery. He stresses that even small feedback sessions can yield significant results when nurtured correctly.
Fostering a Growth Mindset Among Employees
Schmitt explains the initiatives they have taken to encourage personal and professional growth among employees. From introducing structured skill development programs to gamifying training and rewarding knowledge acquisition, their focus is on cultivating a work environment where employees are motivated to learn and rise within the organization.
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Show notes
Ryan Schmitt is CEO of Petticoat-Schmitt, a people-first site and utility based in Jacksonville, Florida. After a few jobs nearly took the company under in 2018. Ryan and his team set out on a journey to reimagine the way construction happens.
Learn more by visiting their website and following Ryan on LinkedIn!
https://www.petticoatschmitt.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-schmitt-14866587/
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