Throwback: Grant Botma - Creating a High Performance Company Culture

In this throwback episode of Get a Load of This podcast, Cameron Pechia, Thomas Comstock, and Ryan Young are joined by Grant Botma - Entrepreneur and Founder of Culture Course, to talk about how to create a company culture that benefits everyone in your organization and the positive impacts that will follow. This is a game changer! Episode Highlights: What would Grant's CB handle be if he was a truck driver? (2:26) Grant talks about what it's like to grow up on a farm. (3:14) Grant discusses the concept of Culture Course. (5:07) What are the principles that Grant would like to implement in every business if given the opportunity? (9:08)  Grant believes that people of all ages seek the same three things: freedom, affirmation, and purpose. (17:31) Grant discusses two aspects of his company's Christmas event that he enjoyed and hated. (21:11) What has been the most impactful feedback Grant has received? (26:00) What are some of the highlights that make Grant feel good? (28:52) Grant discusses the importance of recruiting and employing the appropriate individuals. (34:57) Grant discusses his hiring process. (46:59) Grant gives advice for employers. (52:37)  Key Quotes: “If you want to be a good leader, you have to be humble.” - Grant Botma “You want to talk about having joy and fun in life? Give somebody a purpose and make them really good at an awesome job and watch how they thrive. It's freaking awesome, man.” - Grant Botma “I want to hear from people that I'm hiring, that they resonate with those stories, they resonate with that mission. That is key.” - Grant Botma Resources Mentioned: Grant Botma LinkedIn Grant Botma - Twitter Culture Course Cameron Pechia Thomas Comstock Ryan Young Valley Trucking Insurance