FEATURED on the Work Cultured Podcast with Jason P. Carroll

Summary

In this episode of the Work Cultured podcast, Brandon Stand Shock, CEO of SWF Industrial, shares his journey from power plant construction to leading a metal fabrication company. He discusses the importance of leadership lessons learned from mistakes, the challenges of transitioning to CEO, and the significance of building a strong company culture. Brandon emphasizes the need for transparency, trust, and employee engagement, especially in a post-COVID work environment. He also addresses the challenges of managing high-potential employees and the importance of feedback in improving processes. The conversation concludes with Brandon sharing insights about his podcast and YouTube channel, highlighting his passion for travel and learning.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Brandon Stand Shock and SWF Industrial
03:08 Leadership Lessons and Mistakes
06:05 Transitioning to CEO and Company Culture
08:53 Navigating Remote Work and Employee Engagement
12:03 Building Trust and Transparency in Leadership
14:58 Challenges of Growth and High-Potential Employees
18:12 The Importance of Feedback and Process Improvement
21:05 Future Aspirations and Industry Networking
23:54 Shameless Plugs and Personal Insights