Unleashing the Power of Servant Leadership with Garry Ridge

Changing Work

Join Scott Shute, Founder of Changing Work, in a compelling conversation with Gary Ridge, former Chairman and CEO of WD-40 Company, and a passionate advocate of servant leadership. Gary shares his journey, insights, and practical strategies on building successful company cultures that emphasize connectivity, celebration, and learning. Discover how servant leadership can transform organizations and drive both employee engagement and business success. Learn about the transformative power of reframing productivity to focus on connection, and find out how any leader can create a positive impact within their sphere of influence. Don’t miss out on this inspiring and practical episode perfect for leaders looking to make a meaningful change.

Chapters:

• 00:00 Welcome and Introduction
• 00:11 Meet Gary Ridge: Background and Achievements
• 01:29 The Importance of Connection in the Workplace
• 02:37 Reframing Remote Work Challenges
• 05:48 The Journey to Servant Leadership
• 10:04 Implementing Servant Leadership at WD-40
• 11:53 The Impact of a People-First Culture
• 16:00 Practical Advice for Managers and Leaders
• 17:27 The Role of Systems in Sustaining Culture
• 22:51 Challenges and Advice for CEOs
• 25:25 Gary Ridge’s New Book and Future Vision
• 29:55 Global Perspectives on Servant Leadership
• 33:16 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with Gary

Links and Resources:

• Gary Ridge on LinkedIn
• Changing Work
• Scott Shute on LinkedIn
• Nicholas Whitaker on LinkedIn
• Aimee Serene on LinkedIn

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