In this episode of the Leadership Toolkit, host Mike Phillips welcomes Kash Rocheleau, the CEO of Icon Foods, to share her unconventional journey from stay-at-home mom to Chief Financial Officer and now CEO. Kash discusses the importance of curiosity in leadership, the value of mentorship, and how empathy plays a crucial role in communication across generations in the workplace. Listeners will gain insights into navigating corporate hierarchies, the significance of understanding the 'why' behind tasks, and practical advice for cultivating a creative and purpose-driven work environment.
🧰 Tools of the Trade: Top Takeaways You Can Use
1️⃣ Embrace Your Unique Story: Don’t feel pressured to compare your journey to others—create your path and lead with intention.
2️⃣ Lead with Empathy: Foster relationships based on connection rather than authority through empathy and open communication regarding your ‘why.’
3️⃣ Collaboration is Key to Responsiveness: Engage in solutions that offer productive dialogues between leaders and subordinates, enabling collaborative and flexible structure.
4️⃣ Foster a Culture of Curiosity: Innovate around problem-solving, and emphasize ongoing creative initiatives to adapt in tough regulatory frameworks.
5️⃣ Visibility Matters: Maintain watchful investment in intimate parts of your team dynamics, harnessing leadership shared engagement to motivate productivity.
Resources Mentioned:
- Icon Foods website: IconFoods.com
- Cash Rochelau LinkedIn: [Link]
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Contact Information:
Kash Rocheleau
Website: IconFoods.com
LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/Kash-Rocheleau-a0678528
Facebook: Facebook.com/IconFoodsIngredients
Instagram: Instagram.com/Icon_Foods/
Mike Phillips
Email: mike@TheLeadshipToolkit.com
LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/LeadTheTeam
Twitter: @LeadTheTeam
YouTube: YouTube.com/@MikePhillips
Credits:
Hosted by Mike Phillips
Produced by The Leadership Toolkit Team
Guest Speaker: Kash Rocheleau, CEO of Icon Foods, with a robust background in financial operations and leadership.
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