In this episode of the Intentional Agribusiness Leader podcast, host Mark engages in an in-depth conversation with Scott Messer from HGS Bioscience. Together, they delve into the nuances of intentional leadership, focusing on being deliberate and the significant role it plays in achieving success both in business and personal spheres.
Scott discusses what being intentional means to him, emphasizing the importance of deliberate planning and goal setting. They explore the challenges of finding quiet moments for reflection amidst a busy schedule, and strategies for effective communication and team alignment. Scott shares insights about building a new sales force from scratch, retaining top talent, and fostering a collaborative, customer-centric workplace culture. The duo also touches upon personal anecdotes and professional milestones that have shaped Scott's approach to leadership and employee engagement.
Key Takeaways:
- Importance of Being Deliberate: Intentional leadership involves active planning and deliberate actions rather than a passive approach.
- Effective Communication: Just communicating isn't enough—understanding how the message is received is crucial.
- Building and Retaining Talent: Establishing clear goals, attractive compensation, and a collaborative environment is key to attracting and retaining top talent.
- Team Alignment and Culture: Aligning leadership and fostering a non-toxic work environment are essential for a successful organizational culture.
- Personal Intentions: Achieving work-life balance by unplugging from work to refresh and recalibrate is vital for sustained productivity and effectiveness.
Notable Quotes:
- "To be intentional is to be deliberate. We're not going to kind of wander into success." – Scott Messer
- "A failure to plan is a plan to fail." – Scott Messer
- "Money's not the only motivator for a lot of folks, but having extra for that bass boat or the new motorcycle doesn't hurt." – Scott Messer
- "You don't buy that knife one time and it stays sharp forever. You have to keep sharpening it." – Scott Messer
- "You owe it to yourself and your team to be sharp and fresh like that." – Scott Messer
Don't miss out on the full episode to gain deeper insights into intentional leadership, effective communication, and the strategies behind building successful teams. Make sure to stay tuned for more thought-provoking discussions from the Intentional Agribusiness Leader podcast!
