In this episode, I take a hard look at the behaviors we tolerate in ourselves and others, both at home and in the workplace. Culture, whether in your company or your family, isn’t what you say—it’s what you allow. Today, we’re focusing on how to align our actions with our values and how tolerating the wrong behaviors can undermine our goals, systems, and ultimately, our success.
We often focus on the outcome—our goals—without addressing the daily systems required to achieve them. I share insights inspired by James Clear’s Atomic Habits and emphasize the importance of systems over lofty aspirations. Goals are merely the result of consistent action, not standalone achievements.
I dive into a personal story about a 30-day no yelling challenge and how setting a system for behavior aligns with the goal of creating a more harmonious home. The focus isn’t perfection but consistent progress toward being the person I want to be—both for myself and my family.
How can we expect certain behaviors from our children or family members if we don’t hold ourselves to the same standard? I challenge listeners to examine the behaviors they tolerate in themselves and how that impacts their ability to set an example at home.
In the workplace, culture isn’t defined by mission statements or posters on the wall—it’s defined by the behaviors we tolerate. I ask leaders to reflect on their teams: Are you tolerating toxic behavior from “good performers”? Are your actions aligned with your organizational values? Leadership requires modeling the behavior you expect from others.
00:00 Introduction to the Rocky Garza Show
00:03 Rethinking Goals and Systems
01:08 The 30-Day No Yelling Challenge
02:25 Aligning Personal and Family Behavior
04:12 Workplace Behavior and Culture
05:25 Conclusion and Call to Action
