Leaders have to grapple with the reality that they're never going to be able to control everything that happens at work.
That's why it's so important to create an environment where everyone feels safe and comfortable speaking up, whether it's about a new idea or a problem they're experiencing.
I've seen firsthand how companies can fail to foster this kind of culture—and it's not pretty.
When people don't feel like their voices matter, they become disengaged and less productive.
In this podcast, I talk with Brandy Little, CEO of Brand DNA, about what culture looks and sounds like and how every voice matters to the health and growth of the company.