From Direct to Connect: How Brave Leaders Build Cultures People Want to Be Part Of w/ Chris Deaver

Have you ever sensed something was off within your organization, even when the work was still getting done?

In this episode, Jule sits down with Chris Deaver, co-author of Brave Together and a leadership and culture expert whose career has included work with Dell, Disney, and Apple.

Chris shares a defining experience early in his career at Dell, when the company was navigating business challenges, leadership changes, and declining employee engagement. Fresh out of his MBA program, Chris began questioning whether the culture that had helped the company succeed in the past was equipped to take it where it wanted to go next.

For leaders who sense something within their culture needs to change, Chris's story is a reminder that transformation doesn't always begin with a new strategy.

Sometimes it begins with having the courage to notice what's missing and speak up about it.

In this conversation, Chris and Jule discuss:

• Why the behaviors that made an organization successful in the past may not be enough for its future
• How leaders can challenge the status quo and create meaningful culture change
• Why connection and innovation are essential alongside strong execution
• How identifying and empowering the right leaders can help new behaviors spread throughout an organization
• Why self-awareness starts with asking, "What do I need to do differently?"

If you've ever felt that something within your organization needs to change, but weren't sure where to begin, this episode is a reminder that building a stronger culture doesn't happen all at once.

It starts with seeing things differently, asking better questions, and being brave enough to help create what comes next.

Connect with Chris:

Website: https://bravecore.co/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-deaver/
Book: Brave Together

Connect with Jule:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julesalem/
Website: https://www.julesalem.com/

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