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Beautiful BusinessThe 26% ProblemIn today’s episode, I explore a question that emerged while watching the World Cup: What happens when we know more about public figures, athletes, and strangers online than we do about the people living and working beside us?
The question became harder to ignore after encountering two statistics. Only 26% of Americans know their next-door neighbour by name. Only 20% of employees are engaged at work. While these numbers describe different environments, they may point to the same underlying challenge.
As loneliness, social division, and disengagement continue to rise, leaders are increasingly being asked to do mo...
2026-06-2207 min
Beautiful BusinessBetween “No Longer This” and “Not Yet That”In today’s episode, I explore two of the most common phrases people use when they find themselves at a crossroads in life:
"I'm stuck."
"I'm lost."
Whether it appears in our work, relationships, leadership, or sense of identity, there are seasons when the old way no longer fits and the new way forward remains unclear. Our instinct is often to treat this uncertainty as a problem to solve as quickly as possible.
But what if it isn't?
Drawing on the work of William Bridges, Chip Conley, James Hollis, an...
2026-06-1506 min
Beautiful BusinessGood For What?In today’s episode, I reflect on a deceptively simple question that sits beneath many of the most important leadership decisions: good for what?
The question emerged from a conversation with a CEO who walked away from an acquisition that, by every conventional measure, appeared to make sense. The market fit was strong. The capabilities were complementary. The board was supportive. Yet something about the decision felt wrong.
That experience led me to a question Nietzsche often used when examining moral claims. Rather than asking whether something was right, he asked: good for what? It is...
2026-06-0804 min
Beautiful BusinessBest of… EssaysIn today's episode, I reflect on a question that prompted an unexpected journey backward: Have I ever gathered my best essays into a book?
While the answer is not yet, the question offered an opportunity to revisit the work and examine which ideas have stayed with readers over time. Looking back across several years of writing, patterns began to emerge. Certain essays continued to attract attention not because they chased trends, but because they explored enduring leadership challenges.
The essays featured in this collection touch on themes that sit at the heart of leadership: building...
2026-06-0103 min
Beautiful BusinessBeyond the TitleIn today’s episode, I reflect on a lesson that began long before I became a leadership advisor—sitting at a table as a child, sketching my own hands. What drawing taught me was not simply how to create an image, but how to see. When we look closely enough without rushing to label what is in front of us, familiar things begin to reveal themselves differently.
Leadership often moves in the opposite direction.
Over time, many of us become increasingly attached to the identities we have built around our work. Founder. Executive. Expert. High perf...
2026-05-2605 min
Beautiful BusinessNon-Business Books for Business Leaders: Vol 6In today’s episode, I reflect on the non-business books that have shaped how I think about leadership, humanity, and the inner life.
These are not books about tactics or performance. They are books that invite a different kind of attention — toward meaning, reciprocity, self-awareness, spiritual depth, and the long work of becoming more fully human.
Join me as I explore:
Why leaders need wisdom beyond business frameworks
How poetry, psychology, biography, and spirituality can deepen leadership
The connection between inner work and outer impact
What reciprocity can teach us about organizational life
Why the...
2026-05-1810 min
Beautiful BusinessAchievement Is Not the Same as FulfillmentIn today’s episode, I reflect on the gap between achievement and fulfillment, and why success alone often fails to resolve the deeper questions many leaders carry quietly beneath the surface.
A promotion. A milestone. A long-awaited accomplishment. Sometimes we arrive at the thing we worked so hard for only to discover that the feeling we expected never fully arrives with it.
Through the story of a senior executive navigating this exact tension, I explore the difference between outward achievement and a more examined interior life. I discuss self-awareness, emotional honesty, leadership presence, and the hi...
2026-05-1106 min
Treasury Leaders (Former Corporate Treasury 101)How to Build a Beautiful Business Through Brand & Culture Alignment With Steven MorrisLook into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Steven Morris has spent more than three decades working at the intersection of brand, culture, and leadership. Through Matter Consulting, he has guided thousands of leaders in building organizations that don’t just perform, but resonate. His work goes beyond traditional consulting, focusing on the integration of internal culture an...
2026-05-0622 min
The Principal PodcastHow to Build a Beautiful Business Through Brand & Culture Alignment With Steven MorrisLook into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Steven Morris has spent more than three decades working at the intersection of brand, culture, and leadership. Through Matter Consulting, he has guided thousands of leaders in building organizations that don’t just perform, but resonate. His work goes beyond traditional consulting, focusing on the integration of internal culture an...
2026-05-0622 min
Beautiful BusinessWhat Polite CostsIn today’s episode, I reflect on the subtle cost of politeness at work—and what it often hides beneath the surface.
From the outside, many teams appear aligned. Conversations are civil. People are respectful. The work moves forward. But when uncertainty enters the room—when something isn’t working, when a decision feels off, when a concern begins to surface—something shifts.
The conversation tightens. People become careful. And what could have been explored more openly is quietly set aside.
Over time, that pattern becomes culture.
In this episode, I explore ho...
2026-05-0506 min
Beautiful BusinessLeadership Requires Different Kinds of KnowingIn this episode, I explore what it means to lead in a time of overwhelming information and increasing uncertainty.
As AI becomes more embedded in core business functions, many leaders find themselves with more data than ever—but less clarity about what truly matters. The challenge is no longer access to information, but the ability to interpret it wisely and act with judgment.
I introduce a distinction between two forms of knowing: saber, rooted in facts and analysis, and conocer, shaped through relationship, experience, and lived understanding. While modern systems are highly effective at generating in...
2026-04-2706 min
Beautiful BusinessYour AI Strategy is a People StrategyIn today’s episode, I reflect on a quiet tension unfolding inside many organizations: people are becoming more productive with AI, yet organizational performance often remains unchanged. Billions of dollars have been invested in new tools and capabilities, and the technical progress is real. But the results are uneven. The gap, I suggest, is not technical. It is human.
The data tells a story worth paying attention to. Workers report that AI helps them move faster, complete tasks more efficiently, and produce more output. Yet many organizations struggle to translate that individual productivity into shared results. Something is...
2026-04-2006 min
Beautiful BusinessThe Garden We Were GivenIn today’s episode, I reflect on the quiet reckoning many leaders eventually face: the moment when achievement no longer answers the deeper question of identity.
It begins with a haunting image from Antonio Machado’s poem, where the wind asks the poet’s soul what it has done with its jasmine. The flowers are gone. The petals have withered. The poet weeps. Beneath the sadness is a deeper human question, one that finds many of us in leadership after years of building, striving, and becoming known for what we do. What have I actually done with the ti...
2026-04-1304 min
Beautiful BusinessWords that Raise PeopleIn today’s episode, I explore the quiet but powerful role words play in raising people, shaping teams, and defining what leadership feels like in real time.
It begins with a moment in a meeting. A senior executive pauses, looks directly at one of her leaders, and names something true in them: their instinct, their courage, the particular quality they brought that helped carry a project forward. The room changes. What was offered was more than praise. It was recognition delivered with precision, and everyone present could feel its weight.
That moment opens into a de...
2026-04-0605 min
Beautiful BusinessWhen Culture Becomes CommunityIn today’s episode, I explore a distinction that leaders often overlook but that changes everything once you see it clearly: culture and community are not the same thing.
It begins with Michael Polanyi’s idea of spontaneous order, drawn from watching scientists solve an impossibly complex problem without a central coordinator. That image opens a deeper question for organizational life. What if the healthiest systems are not just well managed, but genuinely self-organizing? What if culture is not the end goal, but the condition that makes community possible?
This episode explores culture as a livi...
2026-04-0108 min
Beautiful BusinessMinding the Effort GapIn today’s episode, I explore why visible effort so often gets mistaken for value—and why the most important breakthroughs in culture rarely arrive looking dramatic, orderly, or earned in obvious ways.
It begins with a deceptively simple insight from behavioral research: when people saw identical outcomes from a travel search, they preferred the version that appeared to work harder. The result was the same, but the visible effort changed how they valued it. That tendency, while understandable, creates a real problem for leaders trying to shape culture.
Because cultural breakthroughs do not usually arri...
2026-04-0107 min
Beautiful BusinessThe Enchantment ProblemIn today’s episode, I explore a force that quietly shapes leadership, decision-making, and culture more than we often realize: enchantment.
It begins with a simple recognition. Every so often, a person, idea, or opportunity captures our attention so completely that it begins to rearrange how we see the world. It feels energizing, magnetic, and just beyond logic. We often think of this as inspiration or chemistry, but there is something deeper at work.
This episode looks at enchantment not as fantasy, but as a real psychological and relational force. In organizations, it can show up...
2026-04-0107 min
Beautiful BusinessIn Praise of BewildermentIn today’s episode, I explore a leadership experience that often feels uncomfortable but can be deeply instructive: bewilderment.
It begins during a large culture evolution engagement inside a national organization, where the work was progressing—but not in ways that felt neat or easily resolved. Competing narratives, long-held assumptions, and the limits of familiar frameworks all began to surface at once. In one conversation, I described the work with a single word: bewildering. The response was simple: “Good.”
That moment opened a deeper reflection. What if bewilderment is not a sign of failure, but evidence...
2026-04-0106 min
Beautiful BusinessWhat Leadership (Still) Asks of UsIn today’s episode, I explore a quieter dimension of leadership—one that doesn’t center on influence, visibility, or control, but on what leadership asks us to give up.
It begins with a story shared by Ken Burns in conversation with Adam Grant, reflecting on a defining pattern in the life of George Washington. At moments when power gathered around him, Washington stepped away. Not once, but repeatedly. Leadership, in his example, was something held in trust—and released when the time called for it.
That story opens a deeper question: What if leadership was neve...
2026-04-0106 min
See Jurassic Right with Steven Ray MorrisPark Experts 188 - Jordan Morris (Predator, Spider-Man, Godzilla, Venom)On today’s See Jurassic Right, we welcome comic book writer and podcaster, Jordan Morris!! We chat about his comic book origin story, writing for Venom, Godzilla, and the upcoming PREDATOR: BLOODSHED (Dropping February 25th) and SPIDER-VERSITY (Dropping April 22nd), the appeal of trading cards, why the punk scene trains you for a life in nerdom, THE HOTTEST COMIC CONVENTION TIPS, and so much more. Pre-order Predator: Bloodshed, drops February 25th!http://Bit.ly/coolfightFollow Jordan:https://www.instagram.com/jordandavidmorris/https://bsky.app/profile/jordanmorris.bsk...
2026-02-2051 min
Beautiful BusinessYou are not a productIn today’s episode, I explore a tension many leaders feel but rarely name: the pressure to perform leadership instead of inhabiting it.It starts with a moment in a boardroom—a senior executive freezing mid-sentence as she realizes the words coming out of her mouth aren’t hers at all. They’re borrowed. Polished. Safe. And completely disconnected from the leader her team actually knows.That moment becomes a doorway into a deeper question: What do we lose when we turn ourselves into brands?For years, leaders have been told that personal branding...
2025-12-2806 min
Voodoo Power“Culture Over Everything: Dr. Morris and the Missouri State Blueprint”Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we sit down with Dr. Morris of Missouri State to dive deep into what it truly takes to build a championship-caliber football program from the inside out. From establishing core values like attitude, discipline, accountability, and love, to developing young players with vastly different backgrounds, Dr. Morris breaks down the systems and standards that drive the Bears forward.He shares how his staff approaches player development, motor patterns, nutrition, recovery, and in-season training using tools like force plates, bands, and chains. We also explore his...
2025-12-121h 01
The Wealth Clock Podcast — Real Estate, Passive Income, and Wealth Strategies with Steven WeinstockBryan Morris of Seven Peak Capital on scaling from a Lowes credit card BRRR to multifamily and private credit - EP21In this episode of The Wealth Clock podcast with Steven Weinstock I sit down with Bryan Morris founder of Seven Peak Capital. Bryan shares how his first BRRR deal used a Lowes credit card and sweat equity and how he later scaled into multifamily partnerships and a private credit strategy while keeping a top performing role at Salesforce.What we cover* The BRRR playbook and how the first refinance created momentum* Moving from single family to multifamily and why scale matters* Equity deals versus private credit and how returns and risk differ* How...
2025-09-2540 min
Beautiful BusinessMaking the LeapIn today’s episode, I’m unpacking one of the most timeless—and urgent—lessons in business: adapt or become irrelevant.Guy Kawasaki tells the story of the ice industry, where no company successfully transitioned from lake-harvested ice → ice factories → refrigerators. At each stage, the market transformed, but the leaders of yesterday failed to “jump the curve.”That same story is unfolding right now—in retail, transportation, media, hospitality, and tech. Disruptors rise, incumbents cling to the old model, and the pace of change keeps accelerating. AI, climate tech, and shifting consumer values are only making the cycles...
2025-09-1206 min
Beautiful BusinessPressure as an HonorIn today’s episode, I’m unpacking one of the most misunderstood dynamics in leadership and culture: pressure. Most of us are taught to manage it, reduce it, or even escape it. But the world’s best teams—from the New Zealand All Blacks to Pixar’s story rooms—do the opposite: they normalize it, ritualize it, and transform it into purpose.The All Blacks put it bluntly: “Pressure is an honor.” It’s not a burden, it’s evidence that the moment matters. And they back this ethos with cultural anchors like “Sweep the sheds” and “Leave the jersey in a bett...
2025-09-0804 min
Beautiful BusinessNear Enemies of TrustIn today’s episode, I’m unpacking one of the most overlooked dynamics in leadership: how trust erodes. It rarely collapses in one dramatic scandal. More often, it fades through small cracks—a shift in direction left unexplained, a promise quietly broken, or a rumor left unaddressed.In Buddhist ethics, these subtle forces are called “near enemies”—things that look like virtues but hollow them out from within. In leadership, one of the most dangerous near enemies of trust is inconsistency. It’s often disguised as flexibility, agility, or boldness, but behind the scenes it creates confusion, doubt, and dis...
2025-09-0504 min
Beautiful BusinessRethinking Organizational LifeIn today’s episode, I’m exploring a powerful shift in how we think about organizations. For over a century, we’ve treated them like machines—efficient, optimized, predictable. But systems don’t breathe, empathize, or imagine. People do.Efficiency has its place, but when it becomes the only priority, resilience is lost. The model looks sleek—until disruption exposes its fragility. Nature offers another way forward: ecosystems. Forests don’t chase quarterly goals. They adapt, regenerate, and grow stronger because of difference, not in spite of it.So, what if leaders thought less like engineers and...
2025-09-0403 min
Beautiful BusinessThe Paradox of Leadership: To Lead Is to DisappearIn today’s episode, I’m unpacking one of the most counterintuitive truths about leadership: the more effective you are, the less visible you become.While popular culture glorifies charismatic leaders and loud voices, real impact happens when leaders step back—and their teams step forward. Rooted in ancient wisdom and backed by modern psychology, this episode explores why disappearing might just be the most powerful move a leader can make.Join me as I explore:✅ Why great leadership is felt—not flaunted✅ How psychological safety transforms teams from compliant to creative✅ What Google’s...
2025-08-2404 min
The Wealth Clock Podcast — Real Estate, Passive Income, and Wealth Strategies with Steven WeinstockHow REITs Really Work: Sam Zell, Boston Properties, and $4 Billion in Real Estate Deals | Jonathan Morris - EP09What exactly is a REIT and why does Wall Street love them?In this exclusive episode of The Wealth Clock with Steven Weinstock, we sit down with Professor Jonathan Morris—a REIT industry veteran who has served as Chief Investment Officer, CEO, and board member for legendary real estate companies like Boston Properties and Charles E. Smith Residential. With over $4 billion in real estate transactions under his belt, Jonathan breaks down the mechanics of public REITs, the rise of the UpREIT structure, and the exact mo...
2025-08-0450 min
CreateGrowProfit: Coaching Stories80: The 3 Pillars of an Online Coaching Business w/ Steven GreeneWhat are 3 things that every online coaching business needs to get clients and be profitable? Listen to Steven Greene as he unpacks the 3 core elements of a successful coaching business.Success in business is built upon a crucial three-part framework: a compelling product, an efficient system, and a supportive mentor or learning resource. A valuable product must meet market demand, validated through early sales and refined by client feedback. Beyond the offering, a robust system is essential for consistent delivery, client engagement, and streamlined operations. Critically, success is rarely achieved in isolation; a mentor or learning resource...
2025-07-0427 min
Changing WorkBuilding Beautiful: The Intersection of Culture and Brand with Steven MorrisThe podcast episode presents a compelling discourse on the concept of leadership, emphasizing that leadership is not confined solely to those in upper management but is a quality that exists within every individual in an organization. Steven Morris articulates the notion that everyone—from project leaders to team members—holds the potential to lead, particularly in how they manage their personal energy and commitment to their work. This perspective aligns with the broader theme of conscious leadership, which relies heavily on self-awareness and an understanding of one’s impact on others. Steven further elaborates on the importance of fostering a cult...
2025-05-2330 min
B2B Vault: The Biz To Biz PodcastSteven Morris Discuss The Future of the Payment Industry | Biz To Biz PodcastWe had an incredible time chatting with Steven Morris on the Biz To Biz Podcast! His insights, expertise, and passion truly made this episode a must-listen. 💡🔥
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2025-03-0847 min
Beautiful BusinessThe Case for Radical Self-CareIn today’s episode, I'm challenging the long-held belief that success requires relentless hustle. Burnout has become an unspoken status symbol in many workplaces, but what if true peak performance and long-term success aren’t about grinding harder—but leading smarter?Radical self-care isn’t indulgence—it’s strategy. When leaders and organizations prioritize well-being, they don’t just prevent burnout—they create cultures of innovation, trust, and sustainable success.Join me as I unpack:✅ The hidden costs of overwork and burnout✅ Why stress isn’t a badge of honor—it’s a warning sign✅ The da...
2025-03-0506 min
The Nice Guys on BusinessSteven Morris: Cultivating a "Beautiful Business" Through Brand, Culture, and StrategySteven Morris is a brand and culture-building expert, author, speaker, and artist. He is an ever-curious life-seeker, brand and culture-building expert, and author of "The Beautiful Business." With nearly 30 years of entrepreneurial experience, he has served as a trusted advisor to over 3,500 business leaders and evolved more than 275 brands and cultures, including Google, Habitat for Humanity, Samsung, and Disney. His best-selling book, "The Beautiful Business," and his widely read Insights blog are a testament to his consulting expertise in creating unignorable, magnetic, and sustainable companies. His diverse interests, including meditation, fine art painting, surfing, and beekeeping, infuse h...
2025-02-1033 min
GameGrooves UncoveredEP 16 - Steven Morris and the Weekend EP
Ro speaks with Steven Morris about his eclectic musical career, the new Zelda EP Bossa De Hyrule, recording and producing workflow and experiences, as well as the various games and scores that inspired him.Participants: Ro Panuganti, Steven MorrisPlugs:https://open.spotify.com/album/6cKqRG61hxeyFlNLHjICdL
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2025-01-161h 23
Beautiful BusinessJerry Colonna, Tony Martingetti, and Steven MorrisIn this profound and heart-opening episode of Beautiful Business, host Steven Morris welcomes two extraordinary thought leaders—Jerry Colonna, co-founder and CEO of Reboot, and Tony Martignetti, leadership advisor and author. Together, they explore the intersections of radical self-inquiry, spirituality, and leadership, weaving personal anecdotes and practical wisdom into a conversation that challenges conventional approaches to work and life.The discussion ranges from the importance of remembering our ancestral roots to the role of empathy, compassion, and love in creating transformative and inclusive workplaces.Key Themes:Radical self-inquiry as a leadership toolReunion with ancestors an...
2025-01-0254 min
Mindful Millionaire with Leisa PetersonThe Art of Whole Human Development with Steven MorrisJoin Leisa Peterson and Steven Morris for a profound exploration of what lies beyond traditional success and achievement. In this intimate conversation, Morris, founder of Matter Consulting and a depth psychology practitioner, reveals his unique approach to human development that weaves together somatic experiencing, internal family systems, and Jungian psychology. Through rich metaphors of forests and wilderness, Morris illuminates how he guides high-achieving individuals to discover their wholeness beyond their accomplishments, addressing the often-hidden struggles with worthiness that even the most successful people face. This conversation offers valuable insights for coaches, mentors, and anyone interested in personal...
2024-12-1236 min
The Scottish Property PodcastThe Highs and Lows of Scaling a Property Business in Scotland with John Cox and John MorrisIn this episode of the Scottish Property Podcast, we’re joined by two seasoned property professionals, John Morris and John Cox. Together, they share candid insights into the highs and lows of building and scaling their respective businesses, managing teams, navigating market challenges, and finding balance between personal and professional life. Whether you're a property investor, developer, or entrepreneur, this episode is filled with practical advice and real-world stories to inspire your journey.
Episode Highlights:
Starting and Scaling Property Businesses:
John Morris shares how Prime Property Auctions scaled ag...
2024-12-091h 00
Beautiful BusinessMighty Micro-CulturesShow NotesIntroduction to Micro-CulturesYour thriving garden with standout crops represents micro-cultures in organizations.Definition and significance of micro-cultures as high-performing teams with unique energy and effectiveness.Impact of Micro-CulturesDeloitte study: 71% of leaders see micro-cultures as crucial, but only 12% take action.Micro-cultures lead to 1.8x better employee outcomes and 1.6x higher likelihood of exceeding business goals.How to Foster Micro-CulturesFocus on What Works: Tailor development to the specific tasks and needs of micro-teams.Tailor Talent Care: Align hiring, development, and reward systems with each micro-culture’s needs.Empower Leaders: En...
2024-08-3007 min
Beautiful BusinessChanging Our Work with Lori Schwanbeck and Scott ShuteIn this episode, Steven Morris, Lori Schwanbeck, and Scott Shute discuss:The three components of self-compassionMindfulness is observation without judgmentExpanding your view of your circumstancesPracticing empathy and kindness in your self-careKey Takeaways:Practice self-compassion. The three components of self-compassion are these: mindfulness, common humanity, and kindness.Mindfulness is observing inner experiences without identification or judgment. Use the concept of “what else is true” to challenge negative thoughts. Ask your inner voice if it has the full story.When we go through something difficult, we tend to adopt a narrow view of ourselves and of the worl...
2024-08-191h 05
Beautiful BusinessYour Brand as an Olympic TorchShow Notes:Brand as Olympic Torch Metaphor: A brand embodies its core values and vision like the Olympic torch represents the Games.Role of the Torchbearer: Initially lit by a leader or founder, the torch’s flame should be carried and shared by the entire organization.Sustaining the Flame: Successful brands like Apple and Nike keep their flame vibrant through continuous innovation and adaptation.Consequences of Neglect: A brand that fails to adapt risks becoming irrelevant, similar to how Blockbuster's flame dimmed.Shared Responsibility: Every member of an organization plays a role in maintaining and passing on the br...
2024-08-1406 min
Beautiful BusinessHow to Work with (Almost) Anyone with Michael Bungay StanierIn this episode, Steven Morris and Michael Bungay Stanier discuss:Psychological safety enhances workplace dynamics How leaders can nurture the best relationshipsSide-stepping the drama triangle and focusing on clear communicationRedefining your meaning of success Key Takeaways:Cultivating healthy working relationships is imperative for both personal happiness and success. Conversations that create psychological safety can enhance workplace dynamics. For leaders to nurture the best relationships possible, they should aim for safety, vitality, and repairability. These discussions are pivotal for cementing a successful and harmonious rapport. Conflict, if not managed well, tends to devolve into putting each person or p...
2024-08-1253 min
Beautiful BusinessRebranding Reality CheckIn this episode, we dive deep into the real meaning of branding and why it's more than just a logo refresh. Here's what we cover:Rebranding vs. Re-Logo-ing:Why many rebranding efforts fall short by focusing solely on logo updates.A critical observation from a retail CEO about the difference between true rebranding and just better decoration.What is Branding?Branding as a promise, a story, and a problem solver.The essence of a brand beyond its visual identity.The Role of a Logo:How a logo serves as an identifier but...
2024-08-0503 min
Beautiful BusinessRegrets of the Aging with Dan Pink, Chip Conley & Steven MorrisIn this episode, Steven Morris, Dan Pink, and Chip Conley discuss:The powerful connection between our deepest regrets and personal valuesHow midlife is a time of reflection and significant change in identity and purposeThe role of anticipated regret as a catalyst for taking meaningful risks and making important life decisionsThe necessity of embracing a positive perspective on aging and the concept of a 'midlife edit'Ways to harness regret positively for personal growth and as a means for improving negotiation and thinking skills Key Takeaways:Midlife can be a period of growth if we confront o...
2024-08-051h 13
Beautiful Business1,261,392,000 Foot ViewVisionary Leadership:Emphasize the ability of visionary leaders to see beyond immediate concerns and inspire others to strive for a better future.Discuss how the Earthrise photo represents the transformative power of vision in driving meaningful change.Environmental Consciousness:Highlight the ecological movement initiated by the Earthrise photograph and its relevance to sustainability in business.Explore the benefits of integrating environmental stewardship and sustainable practices into business operations and decision-making.Borderless Global Perspective:Address how viewing Earth from space offers a perspective that transcends borders, politics, and ideologies.Encourage embracing diversity, fostering inclusion, and...
2024-07-2804 min
The Renowned Leadership Podcast - Leadership, Progression, and Life AdviceFrom Yacht Racing to Leadership Guru: Steve Morris's JourneySchedule your free consultation with me today! Click HERE!
On this episode, Steve Morris, a certified EOS implementer, shares how he helps business owners and leadership teams achieve their goals using practical tools. Coming from a background in professional sailing, Steve discusses how his experience in yacht racing shaped his approach to leadership development. Tune in to learn how lessons from the world of yacht racing can be applied to business success.
Steven Morris, a renowned EOS implementer, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the realm of leadership and team development. With a background in professional yacht racing, Steven's journey from an engineer to a...
2024-07-1852 min
Beautiful BusinessBreaking the Status QuoBenefits of Harmonizing Internal ConflictsWhen leaders address these internal conflicts, the results are profound:Self-Trust: Teams and leaders rediscover confidence in their abilities.Resilience: Uncertainties transform into a robust support system.Deep Growth: Superficial insights deepen, driving sustainable progress.A Roadmap for ChangePhase 1: Awareness and AssessmentIdentify Barriers: Reflect on personal and organizational behaviors that hinder progress—especially the invisible barriers.Gather Feedback: Use surveys and discussions to uncover internal conflicts.Set Goals: Define clear, specific improvement goals.Phase 2: Understanding and Addressing Unproductive BehaviorsExplore Motivations: Uncover the beliefs driving unproduct...
2024-07-1605 min
Beautiful BusinessYou: A Force of NatureCritique of Self-Help: Examination of the limitations of self-help approaches that focus on changing external conditions.Need for a "Help Others" Section: Proposal for prioritizing service to others over self-improvement in bookstores and in life.Capitalism's Paradox: Discussion on how capitalism has both improved and harmed well-being.Current Well-Being Statistics: Overview of Gallup National Health and Well-Being Index 2023 data and historical comparison.Benefits of Acts of Kindness: Presentation of scientific evidence showing how helping others reduces stress and improves mental health.Redefining Work and Leisure: Suggestion to reallocate work time towards community service and meaningful activities.Impact of Volunteering: The...
2024-07-1503 min
Hiring For Good PodcastHiring For Good Ep. 13 - Darren Marshall, CEO of Steven Smith TeaHiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by Acumen Executive Search. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Darren Marshall, CEO of Steven Smith Teamaker.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Darren Marshall:Darren Marshall is an entrepreneurial CEO with 30 years experience transforming consumer sector businesses. He crafts growth-oriented brands, products and channel experiences, while developing the teams, cultures and capabilities to scale them sustainably....
2024-07-1139 min
Beautiful BusinessCultivating Micro-CulturesCreate the perfect growing conditions.Streamline meetings because nobody ever said, “Gee, I wish this meeting was longer,” or “I wish I had more meetings on my calendar.”Refine your decision-making processes and reduce approval requirements. Empower your people to make the right decisions aligned with your strategic framework.Review and revise your operating principles that guides consistent observable behaviors that create responsibility not just accountability.Trust your people and recognize outstanding contributions like they are Olympic medals.Create pollination opportunities that continue to learn and borrow from your highest-performing micro-cultures.Here’s the secret sauce.Make your m...
2024-07-0601 min
Beautiful BusinessTrue LeadershipIn this episode, we explore the essence of true leadership through the example of Julie, CEO of a nonprofit in the Midwest. Julie's approach emphasizes empathy, introspection, and cultivating a psychologically safe environment for her team. By understanding her team's perspectives and fostering genuine connections, Julie encourages collaborative growth and innovation. She integrates self-reflection to continuously improve her leadership skills and acknowledges her own vulnerabilities to prevent projecting insecurities onto others. Julie's leadership underscores the importance of harmonious relationships and collective development, demonstrating how embracing deeper psychological dynamics can foster environments where everyone thrives together. Join us as we...
2024-06-2303 min
Beautiful BusinessYour P2P BusinessWe explore the paradigm shift from traditional B2B and B2C frameworks to the more human-centric P2P approach in business interactions. It emphasizes how understanding and meeting the emotional and practical needs of individuals drive meaningful connections and sustainable success. From fostering trust and empathy to transforming communication strategies from sales-driven to solution-oriented, the discussion underscores the importance of prioritizing genuine relationships over transactions. This shift is not just about terminology but a fundamental reorientation towards humanizing business practices, resonating with customers on a deeper level, and ultimately, positioning businesses for long-term relevance and impact in a...
2024-06-1503 min
Beautiful BusinessCultural Self-AwarenessWe delve into the critical role of self-awareness in organizational culture, as illustrated by a global non-profit's culture audit. The findings underscored the importance of leaders confronting challenges head-on and embracing opportunities for growth and improvement. We explore how self-awareness unlocks trust within teams, fostering an environment where honesty, accountability, and creativity thrive. Insights from Carl Jung remind us of the power in making the unconscious conscious, steering organizational fate toward collaboration and productivity. Practical strategies for nurturing self-awareness are shared, emphasizing the value of understanding individual preferences, learning from past successes, and fostering open communication. Ultimately, the episode...
2024-06-1503 min
Beautiful BusinessSustainable SuccessIn a recent conversation, I engaged with a CEO who shared their experience of feeling overwhelmed by the imposition of an external "brand process" by an agency, a phenomenon they termed as being "agencied." This encounter sparked a profound reflection on the alignment between brand and culture, as the CEO emphasized the importance of delving into the essence of their organization rather than adhering to superficial branding exercises. This resonated deeply, highlighting the intrinsic connection between brand and every facet of a company's operations. The imperative of ensuring this alignment was underscored, as fragmentation between brand, culture, and business...
2024-05-3101 min
Beautiful BusinessTransforming the NoiseBorn dyslexic, I navigated an uphill battle in Catholic school, wrestling with learning difficulties exacerbated by strict teachers. But adversity birthed creativity. Now, I leverage those early struggles as a professional synthesizer, distilling complex conversations into actionable insights for business leaders. My advice? Hone your synthesis skills through active listening and distillation. It's transformative, revolutionizing communication, leadership, and collaboration. Ready to unlock new possibilities?
Steven Morris, CEO of Matter Consulting is an ever-curious life-seeker, brand and culture building expert, advisor, author, and speaker. With over 27 years of entrepreneurial experience, he has served as a tru...
2024-05-2303 min
Beautiful BusinessYour Most Important AllyImagine possessing immense power, one that demands wisdom and kindness in its use. Surprisingly, the one under your sway isn’t a distant figure—it’s you. In a tranquil Delaware evening, a profound realization hit me under the starlit sky: the key to happiness lay within my grasp. This taught me the importance of self-control, understanding that while we can’t change the past or control others, we hold the reins to shape our future. Being our own ally isn’t easy, but it’s crucial; self-compassion isn’t just nice to have—it’s vital for personal growth.
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2024-05-1704 min
Beautiful BusinessTaking Off The ArmorWe often rely on past experiences to protect us, creating a metaphorical armor. While this armor symbolizes strength, it can sometimes block the connections vital for our growth, especially in our professional lives. Despite the competitive nature of work, authenticity and vulnerability are not just valuable but essential, creating environments where trust and collaboration thrive. Reflecting on a pivotal moment during a workshop with a leadership team, where shared struggles fostered unity, emphasizes the power of vulnerability. In professional settings, it's tempting to remain guarded, yet intentionally embracing vulnerability can lead to transformative connections, driving personal and professional fulfillment...
2024-05-0902 min
Beautiful BusinessPausing in the MazeIn our fast-paced lives, we often encounter situations—whether it's a challenging project, an infuriating email, or the chaos of social media—that send our stress levels soaring. In these moments, rather than pushing forward, the secret to gaining clarity and control is to hit the pause button. This pause acts like an oasis, allowing our slower, rational thoughts to catch up to our quick emotional reactions, transforming impulsive responses into thoughtful decisions. By embracing these intentional breaks, we can shift from reactive to reflective, turning potentially volatile situations into opportunities for insight and growth.
Steven Morr...
2024-05-0204 min
Sacred Changemakers132. The Soulful Path To A Beautiful Business with Steven Morris132. The Soulful Path To A Beautiful Business with Steven MorrisOur guest on the podcast today is Steven Morris, an ever-curious life-seeker, brand, and culture-building expert, and author of "The Beautiful Business." With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, he has served as a trusted advisor to over 3,000 business leaders and evolved over 250 brands and cultures, including giants like Google, Habitat for Humanity, and Disney. His book, "The Beautiful Business," and his widely read blog testify to his consulting expertise in creating unignorable, magnetic, and sustainable companies. His diverse interests, including meditation, fine art painting, surfing, and beekeeping...
2024-04-081h 04
Chuck's World of Infinite MojoPsychotherapist Steven Morris is Back with Mental Health Talk #2Steven Morris is back to talk about Mental Health on Chuck's World of Infinite Mojo!In our mental health series, Chuck Bastie speaks with psychotherapist Steven Morris from The Liberation Place. Steven brings an extensive number of certified studies to the podcast specifically in DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy), Internal Family Systems, Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Steven is a Certified SMART Recovery Facilitator, and, over the last decade, has been developing a personal practice of mindfulness and meditation.Chuck's World is very proud to have Steve as a part o...
2023-11-211h 06
Chuck's World of Infinite MojoTalking Mental Health with Psychotherapist Steven MorrisChuck Bastie is proud to welcome psychotherapist, Steven Morris to talk about Mental Health. Steven Morris is a well recognized professional in his field for an extensive number of certified studies in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Steven is a Certified SMART Recovery Facilitator. Over the last decade he has been developing his own personal practice of mindfulness and meditation. Steven has accumulated experience in his field by working in Residential treatment for people with addiction and mental health issues.Steven is the entity behind T...
2023-11-2155 min
Beautiful BusinessGo-Giver Generosity with Bob Burg & Steven MorrisIn this episode, Steven Morris and Bob Burg discuss:The ROI of focusing on giving value The difference between value and price The law of compensation Putting people first while you influenceWhy it’s important to be authentic Key Takeaways:When you focus on serving others, they will trust you and would want to get to know you. Eventually, they’ll want to do business with you and tell others about you. This is the practical value of putting your focus on giving. The law of value says, that your true worth is determined by how much more...
2023-06-1929 min
Beautiful BusinessThinking Beyond Purpose with Denise Lee Yohn and Adam Bryant, and Steven MorrisIn this episode, Steven Morris, Denise Lee Yohn, and Adam Bryant discuss:Creating a purpose statement and tracking your progress Is your purpose statement a part of the strategy or just a marketing exercise? Why we shouldn’t generalize about the workforce Creating a fusion of strategy, purpose, and values as a business leaderKey Takeaways:Almost every business will claim that they have a clearly defined purpose that’s integrated with their core business strategy. However, those same businesses don’t prioritize tracking their progress on their purpose. This suggests that businesses don’t take their purpo...
2023-06-111h 04
Beautiful BusinessGreat Work, Beautiful Thinking, Meaningful Life. A conversation with Charlotte Lockhart, Michael Bungay Stanier, and Steven MorrisIn this episode, Steven Morris, Charlotte Lockhart, and Michael Bungay Stanier, discuss:How employers should partner with employees Three elements that need to be balanced to make a goal that mattersWhy does your goal need to be daunting? Lessons learned from the pandemic for employers Key Takeaways:As employers, we have to remember that we borrow our people from their lives. Someone has a life and they bring it to their workplace. In order for our businesses to operate, we need to partner with our people, but we must only partner with a part of their lif...
2023-06-041h 09
DrunkFriendEpisode 109 - Steven MorrisSend us Fan MailOn this episode Alex (SNESdrunk) is joined by guest co-host Seth (Captain Drachma). They chat a little 2009, answer a few emails, and then welcome on the guest, Steven Morris (51:00).Captain Drachma TwitterSteven Morris Twitter, YouTubeSupport the showFind links for all things network related here: https://linktr.ee/polymedianetworkFind Travis on BlueSkyFind Alex on BlueSkySend us an email drunkfriendpodcast@gmail.comVisit our Subreddit
2023-06-021h 41
Making It: How Coaches, Consultants, and Creators Build for SuccessLeadership Evolution (Steven Morris)Special "Business Revenue Leak Checklist" offer free at http://www.mrse.co/leak.Welcome to Making It! This weekly show explores the lives and stories of entrepreneurs as they share their unique perspectives on their success and the path to making it.Steven Morris is a speaker and consultant and the founder of Matter Consulting. He loves helping business leaders build trusted brands that lead to future success.“Typically what needs to happen within organizations is the leaders need to evolve. Better humans make better business leaders.” – Steven Morris
2022-09-0910 min
Beyond SuccessCreate a Beautiful Business With Trust | Steven MorrisDo you want to create a more lasting and valuable business, leave a legacy, and just maybe, change the world? You don’t have to play the game of “dog-eat-dog”. You can be a guiding light in your industry. Join us for this episode of Beyond Success and we’ll talk about how with guest Steven Morris.
Welcome to this episode of the Beyond Success Podcast. This series of conversations with business experts and captains of industry, is here to serve you in your growth as an entrepreneur. No matter what level of success you are at, there ar...
2022-09-0537 min
Your Brilliant Difference Podcast with Finka Jerkovic: Personal Branding for Career AdvancementBuild a Beautiful Business with Steven MorrisWelcome to episode 72. In today's episode, I have Steven Morris joining me. Steven Morris helps business leaders build unignorable brands, cultures, and businesses through his work as an advisor, author, and speaker. He has worked with business leaders from Samsung, Sony, Habitat for Humanity, Amazon, International Trademark Association, NFL, MLB, and over 250 other brands. Over his 27 years as an entrepreneur, he's served more than 3,000 global business leaders. His new book is entitled The Beautiful Business: An Actionable Manifesto to Create an Unignorable Business with Love at the Core (published on 11/11/21 by Conscious Capitalism Press). His previous book T...
2022-08-1647 min
Doomer OptimismEpisode 57 - Joe Brewer w/ Steven Morris and Jason SnyderI know we say this all the time around Doomer Optimism, but this time we really have a special episode. Brought live from Colombia, host Steven Morris (@lifesmyth) interviews Joe Brewer (@cognitivepolicy) about the Earth Regenerators community and the work they're doing in Colombia. Jason Snyder (@cognazor) also joins them. Gear up for an optimism-heavy episode.
About Joe Brewer
Joe Brewer has separate bachelors degrees in physics, mathematics, and interdisciplinary studies and a masters in atmospheric sciences. He is a complexity researcher, innovation strategist, experience designer, and serial social entrepreneur who brings a...
2022-07-201h 31
The Steven Sulley Study PodcastYou Have To Dare To Shoot Your Shot - with Actor and Comedian, Lamorne MorrisLamorne Morris is an American actor, comedian and television personality. He is best known for his role as Winston Bishop in the Fox sitcom New Girl (2011-2018). He has also had supporting roles in the films Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016), Game Night (2018), Jumanji: The Next Level (2019), and Yesterday (2019). Lamorne joins Steven to talk about his family and upbringing, how he has become a household name around the world, and the shared stories of their recent experience together in the Gumball Rally. KEY TAKEAWAYS When you are raised by go-getters, that sense of purpose and...
2022-07-1356 min
Men Are Forged78. How to Think Your Way through Life, Family, and Business | Steven LentzSteven Lentz grew up in an Air force family, moving every 2 - 4 years across the US. He now lives in the Seattle area with his wife and 2 kids. He loves learning, building businesses, helping others, and being with his family.Professionally, Steven has been an owner and started numerous businesses, as well as recently ending a +10 year career as a Firefighter/ EMT. Steven is a Platinum Level Business Coach with LPW and has his own digital marketing agency. Steven's coaching helps businesses to stop completing on price, grow their profits, and scale their businesses. His digital marketing agency helps...
2022-04-1859 min
Doomer OptimismEpisode 25 - John Michael Greer w/ Ashley Colby, Jason Snyder, and Steven MorrisOn this episode of Doomer Optimism, Ashley Colby (@RizomaSchool), Jason Snyder(@cognazor), and Steven Morris (@lifesmyth) sat down with the incredible John Michael Greer, previous founder of the Archdruid Report and current founder of Ecosophia. Topics discussed range from regenerative futures to the collapse of industrial civilization. Doomer Optimists everywhere won't be disappointed with this one!
About John Michael Greer
John Michael Greer is a widely read author, blogger, and astrologer whose work focuses on the overlaps between ecology, spirituality, and the future of industrial society. He served twelve years as Grand Archdruid...
2022-03-261h 25Doomer OptimismEpisode 21 - Ali Katz w/ Dr. Ashley Colby and Steven MorrisOn this episode of Doomer Optimism, Dr. Ashley Colby (@RizomaSchool) and Steven Morris (@lifesmyth) sit down with family, financial and legal expert Ali Katz (@thealikatz)for a conversation about leaning into the things that scare you most. An apt topic for these terrifying times.
About Ali Katz
Ali Katz is a family, financial and legal expert who works as a private advisor for families, small business owners, and inheritors of family wealth, in addition to running 3 of her own, purpose-aligned companies. As a trusted advisor, Ali supports her clients to make eyes wide...
2022-03-011h 21
The Ethics ExpertsEpisode 110 - Steven MorrisIn this episode of The Ethics Experts, Gio welcomes Steven Morris. Steven Morris is a Brand & Culture Building Expert, Author, Speaker, CEO, Matter Consulting, Inc.
2022-02-0734 minDoomer OptimismEpisode 12 - Maggie Samborski and Steven MorrisOn this episode of Doomer Optimism, Dr. Ashley Colby (@RizomaSchool) has a beautiful chat with Maggie and Mark Samborski, and Steven Morris (@lifesmyth) about the emerging trends in locally-oriented farming and trade.
About Maggie Samborski
Creating a World-wide Agricultural Revolution.
Urban Agriculture Activist & Community Farm Steward, Green Goddesss Sanctuary, Village of Oakview, MO
About Steven Morris
Steven Morris started his journey into Doomer Optimism in 2011 when during the time of a divorce he stumbled upon 3 of the many early doomer optimist voices: Chris Martenson's...
2021-12-301h 01
Beautiful BusinessThe Antidote to Toxic Leadership with Dr. Kevin Sansberry IIIn this episode, Steven Morris and Dr. Kevin Sansberry II discuss:The Four “Horsemen” of Workplace MasqueradeDid the pandemic make workplaces intolerable? Practicing self-love and positive self-talkThe most important values of a leader Key Takeaways:Remember the four “horsemen” of workplace masquerade: facades conformity, cultural theatre, courage, and avoidance. People avoid being their authentic self if the environment does not encourage it or feels safe enough to do so. The pandemic didn’t make a lot of workplaces intolerable, it actually exacerbated intolerable workplacesChange a part of your life where you’re going to spend time with...
2021-12-2742 min
Create New Futures | How Leaders Produce Breakthroughs and Transform the World through Conversation115 Steven Morris - The Power of PurposeSteven Morris is a Brand and Culture Advisor and Speaker and the author of The Beautiful Business. He partners with business leaders to mine, articulate and activate the unique belief systems to create organizational integrity, connected cultures and evolved brands. Today, Aviv and Steven embark on a rich exploration on purpose, and the creativity of people. Steven speaks to the inspiration that guided and continues to guide his work. They dissect Steven’s long held mantra, ‘There is nothing more powerful than a united group of souls ignited in a common cause with love at the core.’ Finally, Aviv and St...
2021-12-141h 18Beautiful BusinessDorie Clark: Get Your Message HeardIn this episode, Steven Morris and Dorie Clark discuss: How to approach and carve out an “indirect career path” that is still anchored in who you areThe importance of making time for long-term planning and then following through with itApplying strategic thinking without disrupting the day to day flowThe importance of serendipity in business and how to leave space for it Key Takeaways:Dorie’s goal is to help individuals and companies get their message heard is an noisy and crowded environmentLater in your career you must be more selective about where you put your tim...
2021-12-1345 minBeautiful BusinessGene Early: Transformation Through VulnerabilityIn this episode, Steven Morris and Gene Early discuss:The journey to one’s selfParadox of vulnerabilityExperiencing agapeElders and leaders Key Takeaways:Our origin story is so important, it’s the narrative that we live - though not always articulated or aware of. It’s a narrative that gets created through an event or a series of things that brings out a compelling motivation.Vulnerability is a direct path towards transformation.You are enough and one way for you to transition into believing that is by drawing from a deep well of love, by experie...
2021-12-061h 05Beautiful BusinessThe Studio with Libby and OwenIn this episode, Steven Morris, Libby Wagner and Owen Ó Súilleabháin discusses:Commodifying arts and the artistry of conversationWhat does artistry really mean?Reverence and humilityBeauty in business, in leadership and in life Key Takeaways:Conversation is an artform and it’s more studied in companies or businesses.Artistry is the impulse and the yearning to create. It’s the genius that visits us. It could also be a need that arises.Reverence is humility. It's about creating and nourishing what has been created. It is also honoring the world of possibilities and really s...
2021-11-291h 03
Mindful Millionaire with Leisa PetersonThe Art of Business with Steven MorrisToday, I'm interviewing my good friend Steven Morris. We're talking about art, business, new paradigms, and ways to think differently about business. Steven's new book, The Beautiful Business recently came out and I couldn't wait to share more about Steven's reflective approach to capitalism and the future of work with you. Enjoy! Steven Morris is the president of Matter Consulting, Inc. He is a brand and culture advisor, author, and speaker. He works with business leaders to mine, articulate, and activate their driving belief system to create organizational integrity, evolved leaders, connected cultures, and unignorable brands.
2021-11-2438 minBeautiful BusinessSarah Santecroce: Humane MarketingIn this episode, Steven Morris and Sarah Santecroce discusses:When work doesn’t feel like workLearning from the pandemicA better way to market your businessEvolution of marketing Key Takeaways:You know you’re doing something right when your work feels good and when you profit from it in multidimensional ways - not only in monetary value, but in meaning, in life, and in impact on others. People come out of the pandemic like they didn’t learn anything from it - some jump right into the rat race, forgetting how the pandemic taught them what to v...
2021-11-221h 02Beautiful BusinessJustin Ahrens: Making Creative MatterIn this episode, Steven Morris discusses:The role and responsibility of designers and creativesLeading with awareness and authenticityExperiencing vulnerability and doing meaningful workHow business should impact others Key Takeaways:Creatives have a greater responsibility to understand the impact they have on the people they influence. Giving yourself a licence to be seen as a Human is a beautiful way to be a leader. Vulnerability doesn’t get easier, but it gets easier to recognize the value and the courage it takes to be vulnerable. A beautiful business is one that has a clear idea of what...
2021-11-151h 06
Free Time with Jenny BlakeBeautiful Business with Steven MorrisSteven Morris's new book, The Beautiful Business, is an actionable manifesto to help business leaders and entrepreneurs work and live as human artists. Join us for a conversation on beekeeping, reclaiming beauty, and business building beyond money and metrics.More About Steven: Steven Morris helps business leaders build unignorable brands, cultures, and businesses through his work as an advisor, author, and speaker. He has worked with business leaders from Samsung, Sony, Habitat for Humanity, Amazon, International Trademark Association, NFL, MLB, and over 250 other brands over his more than 25 years in business. When he is not supporting leaders...
2021-11-0933 minBeautiful BusinessNicolas Petit: GSK CultureIn this episode, Steven Morris and Nicolas Petit discuss:The engine of corporate cultureMovement: bringing humanity to the workplaceTaking advantage of organizational network analysisThe hidden strength of weak ties Key Takeaways:Corporate culture transforms all according to what behaviors and stories are spread from peer-to-peer.Let your mission be more than just following orders, achieving something or getting results, let your mission be all about changing people’s lives.Recognize who are the nodes, the periphery, and the brokers. Pay attention especially to the brokers for their existence as an intermediary between subgroups promotes inn...
2021-11-081h 04Beautiful BusinessJenny Blake: Living in Free TimeIn this episode, Steven Morris and Jenny Blake discusses:The Great RecalibrationTips for overgiving people pleasersFinding your zone of geniusTrusting your intuition Key Takeaways:You don’t have to leave your job in order to recalibrate. But it does take some honesty to recognize that what you’re doing is already draining you - at that point, it might be necessary to make a change towards a direction that makes you feel more alive. Pause before you make a decision. Ask yourself, “is this something I’ll be super excited about if I was making the...
2021-11-0159 minBeautiful BusinessChris Cooper: Elevating BusinessIn this episode, Steven Morris and Chris Cooper discusses:What is Elevation and why is it important?Key things that leaders must know Income-focused businesses versus Beautiful BusinessesCreating a legacy with your business Key Takeaways:Elevation is an inner journey in the leader to be the best version of themselves and to inspire their members to be the best version of themselves too. It’s taking something to a new level, where it’s never been before. Be a “we” oriented leader, address global issues in a way that transcends the “me” part of the equation.Fo...
2021-10-2546 minBeautiful BusinessGay Hendricks: The Genius of Creativity and LoveIn this episode, Steven Morris and Gay Hendricks discuss:Living to inspire others to live their best lifeBreaking through your upper limit Loving yourself and loving othersMaking relationships work Key Takeaways:The great joy of life is being able to do what you most love to do while you’re doing things that inspire other people to do what they want to doRecognize your upper limit - know what you or someone or some event done to your perception of how far you can go and enter your zone of creative genius. Feeling burnt out...
2021-10-1856 minBeautiful BusinessThe Beautiful Business PrologueIn this episode, Steven Morris discusses:What is Presenteeism?The issue with presenteeismAbsenteeism versus presenteeismCreating business with both meaning and profitKey Takeaways:The Beautiful Business (book) offers an antidote to both Absenteeism and Presenteeism.Presenteeism is when people show up in work, but are not productive in the job which happens because of many factors like burnout, conflict or a lack of chemistry with their teammates and more.People who just show up for the job aren’t going to be as productive as someone who’s committed, devoted and feel like they belong to a te...
2021-10-1122 minBeautiful BusinessDenise Lee Yohn FUSION of Brand and CultureIn this episode, Steven Morris and Denise Lee Yohn discuss:Importance of aligning your brand identity with your internal cultureUnderstanding leaders and how to lead effectivelyReconciling faith or belief with careerHaving good personal branding versus showing your genuine selfAdvice for younger people or those who aspire to level up their careerKey Takeaways:Cultivating a strong brand identity or good culture starts from within the companyLet your personal values be integrated into how you work - don't keep your belief and career separate.Have an "others" leadership mindset - always ask how you can make others...
2021-10-1159 minBeautiful BusinessWelcome to Beautiful Business with Steven MorrisWelcome to Beautiful Business, the podcast where functional evolves into beautiful.Many business owners strategize the purpose and function of their business, but few strive to make it “beautiful.” Each week, listen in as Steven Morris and his guests discuss brand, culture, and business strategies that will create new ways to shape your beautiful business. If you are ready to evolve your business from functional to beautiful, this is the podcast for you.Download a free chapter of Steve’s book, The Beautiful Business, go to beautifulbusinesspodcast.com.
Steven Morris, CEO of Matter...
2021-09-2310 min
DieCast Movie Podcast60 - Pete's Dragon Review with Tracey Morris of The Disney, Indiana PodcastEpisode 60 - Pete's Dragon with Tracey Morris of The Disney, Indiana Podcast
On this episode, Ben, Mikaela, and Steven are joined by Tracey Morris, of The Disney Indiana Podcast. We have a wonderful time talking about Pete's Dragon! We hope that you enjoy it as much as we did recording it! Tracey also does stuffed characters. You can find out more about her creations on her Facebook page, Stuffed With Character. If you do not see a character that you want, then contact her about doing a custom creation. The links to both her podcast and Stuffed With Character are below...
2021-09-131h 25