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Our guest today is Dr. Jonathan Thorp, Chief Learning Officer at Quantum Connections. Dr. Thorp is a renowned expert in relational competency, with a focus on neuro and quantum social sciences. With 25 years of service in the United States Navy as a Naval Aviator and Flight Instructor, and later corporate leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase & Co., Dr. Thorp brings a unique blend of military discipline, corporate insight, and educational expertise.

In this episode of Scaling Culture, Ron and Dr. Thorp discuss:

• How leaders can foster psychological safety in their teams to combat burnout and disengagement.
• The power of ‘mirroring’ in leadership communication and its role in building understanding.
• How affirmations can transform workplace interactions, boosting morale and productivity.
• Insights into the "safe conversations dialogue" framework and how it helps resolve conflicts without judgment.
• The critical role relational competency plays in leadership, team success, and employee retention.

For more information about Dr. Jonathan Thorp and his work, please visit https://safeconversations.com/

To learn more about our books or Scaling Culture Masterclass on building resilient, high-performing teams, please visit Scalingculture.org